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A year ago we introduced you to Jess Wilkerson. The mother of two was undergoing chemotherapy to fight an aggressive form of breast cancer and waiting to undergo a bilateral mastectomy.
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April 2011 - Philippine Supreme Court Decisions/Resolutions
Philippine Supreme Court Jurisprudence > Year 2011 > April 2011 Decisions > [G.R. No. 174861, April 11 : 2011] PEOPLE OF THE PHILIPPINES, APPELLEE, VS. REYNALDO OLESCO Y ANDAYANG,[1] APPELLANT. :
[G.R. No. 174861, April 11 : 2011]
PEOPLE OF THE PHILIPPINES, APPELLEE, VS. REYNALDO OLESCO Y ANDAYANG,[1] APPELLANT.
D E C I S I O N
DEL CASTILLO, J.:
"In rape, the `sweetheart' defense must be proven by compelling evidence: first, that the accused and the victim were lovers; and, second, that she consented to the alleged sexual relations. The second is as important as the first, because this Court has held often enough that love is not a license for lust."[2]
On appeal is the May 30, 2006 Decision[3] of the Court of Appeals (CA) in CA-G.R. CR-H.C. No. 00701 which affirmed in its entirety the September 23, 2003 Decision[4] of the Regional Trial Court of Parañaque City, Branch 258 finding appellant Reynaldo Olesco guilty beyond reasonable doubt of the crime of rape.
Factual Antecedents
On November 5, 2001, an Information[5] was filed charging appellant with rape committed as follows:
That on or about the 17th day of October 2001, in "BBB,"[6] "CCC," and within the jurisdiction of this Honorable Court, the above-named accused, by means of force and intimidation, did then and there willfully, unlawfully and feloniously have sexual intercourse with the complainant "AAA," 18 years old, against her will and consent.
CONTRARY TO LAW.
During his arraignment, appellant entered a plea of "not guilty."[7] Thereafter, trial ensued.
The facts of the case as narrated in the Decision of the appellate court are as follows:
The evidence for the prosecution shows that on October 17, 2001, at around 10:00 o'clock in the evening, "AAA," accompanied x x x her cousin in going out of "DDD" in "BBB." On her way back home, "AAA" passed by a bakery where Olesco was working. Thereafter, somebody pulled her and covered her mouth with a hanky which caused her to be unconscious. When she regained consciousness at around 11:00 o'clock p.m., "AAA" found herself naked beside Olesco inside a room located near the bakery. Her whole body ached, especially her cheeks, tummy and her private part. "AAA" then slapped the accused three times and asked him why he raped her. Olesco answered that he would kill her should she report the incident to the police. After a while, accused told her to go home. She dressed up immediately and went home running.
When she arrived home, "AAA" told her cousin "EEE" about what happened. After two (2) days, "AAA" reported the incident to the barangay. The barangay officials asked her the whereabouts of the accused which she did not know then as she saw the accused [only] once and knows him only by face since at that time, she was just a week old in "DDD."
"AAA" explained that she was able to report the incident to the barangay officials two days after it happened since when she woke up in the morning of October 18, 200[1], it was already 9:00 o'clock a.m. and she could not stand as her whole body ached.
Thereafter, the barangay officials referred the matter to the police. An investigation was subsequently conducted. Thereafter, "AAA" was referred to the Philippine National Police Crime Division, Camp Crame, Quezon City, for medico-legal examination.
On October 20, 2001, Dr. Jericho Angelito Q. Cordero, a Medico-Legal Officer based at the Philippine National Police Crime Laboratory, Camp Crame, Quezon City, conducted a physical and genital examination on "AAA." x x x
x x x x
According to Dr. Cordero, at the time of the examination, "AAA" was in a non-virgin state physically which means that she had a previous intercourse x x x about ten days or maybe a year ago. "AAA" had also a lacerated wound with a healing period of about ten (10) to fifteen (15) days caused by a hard, blunt instrument inserted into her vagina like a finger or an erect penis which would fit and succumb to elasticity or x x x a stick. He also testified that the laceration of the victim was consistent with the time of the alleged commission of the crime. He likewise testified that "AAA" told him that she only discovered the wounds when she woke up [naked] at about 10:00 o'clock in the evening of October 17, 200[1] with Olesco beside her x x x. Aside from his Initial Medico-Legal Report, he likewise made his Final Report No. M-2674-01 (Exhibit "E") whereby he concluded that there are no external signs of any form of trauma on the external genital area which has a deep healed laceration consistent with sexual intercourse.
Olesco denied having raped "AAA" and put up the "sweetheart defense". He testified that he worked as a baker for five (5) months in a bakery inside "FFF," "BBB," owned by Rafael Arimado. Prior to the alleged rape incident, "AAA" used to buy bread in the bakery. He came to know her when "AAA" introduced herself x x x. After three months, he and "AAA" became sweethearts. According to Olesco, there is no truth to the complaint filed against him by "AAA." He alleged that it was "AAA" who went to him at the bakery at around 7:00 o'clock in the evening of October 17, 2001. "AAA" wanted him to go with her [to her] province in Leyte, to which he agreed. The room referred to by "AAA" is for the female workers near the bakery where they talked in the presence of their employer. Che-Che and Alex, his co-workers, Jerry and Annalyn Arimando were also inside the room when they entered but they went out. He further testified that during his second month stay in the bakery, he got attracted to "AAA" whom he used to see every afternoon and they talked even for just a minute until he proposed his love to her x x x. When they became steady, there were occasions that they kissed each other, held hands and x x x even made love in a room beside the bakery prior to October 17, 2001 at around 9:00 o'clock in the evening and thereafter, "AAA" left at 10:00 o'clock. However, on October 18, 2001, "AAA" had him arrested by the barangay tanods [who] brought [him] to the Coastal Police Headquarters.[8]
Ruling of the Regional Trial Court
On September 23, 2003, the RTC rendered its Decision disposing as follows:
In fine, the Court finds accused, REYNALDO OLESCO Y ONDAYANG liable for SIMPLE RAPE under Article 266-A, par. 1 3(b) in relation to Art. 266-B of the Revised Penal Code as amended by R.A. 8353 and the penalty to be meted the accused should be RECLUSION PERPETUA in the absence of any aggravating or qualifying circumstance which is from twenty (20) years and one (1) day to forty (40) years of imprisonment.
Moreover, accused has to indemnify the private complainant the amount of P50,000.00 as civil indemnity as well as the amount of P50,000.00 as moral damages. This is because "under the present case law, an award of P50,000.00 as civil indemnity is mandatory upon finding of the fact of rape. This is exclusive of the award of moral damages of P50,000.00 without need of further proof as it is now recognized as inherently concomitant with and necessarily proceeds from the appalling crime of rape which per se warrants an award for moral damages. (People v. Caratay, 316 SCRA 251).
WHEREFORE, the prosecution having been able to prove the guilt of accused, REYNALDO OLESCO y ONDAYANG beyond reasonable doubt of the crime of SIMPLE RAPE defined and punished under Art. 266-A, par. 1[,] 3(b) in relation to Art. 266-B of the Revised Penal Code as amended by R.A. 8353[,] accused REYNALDO OLESCO y ONDAYANG is hereby sentenced to suffer the penalty of RECLUSION PERPETUA.
Pursuant to existing jurisprudence, accused REYNALDO OLESCO y ONDAYANG, is ordered to indemnify "AAA," the private complainant, the amount of P50,000.00 as civil indemnity and P50,000.00 as moral damages.
No pronouncement as to cost.
SO ORDERED.[9]
In finding appellant guilty beyond reasonable doubt of the crime of rape, the RTC noted that "AAA" positively identified appellant as the malefactor;[10] that appellant failed to rebut the testimony of the victim[11] or impute ill-motive on her part;[12] and that "AAA's" testimony was brief, clear, and straightforward[13] and supported by the medical findings.[14] Moreover, the RTC observed that appellant's "sweetheart defense" lacked sufficient and convincing proof;[15] neither was it substantiated by any documentary and/or other evidence like mementos, love letters, notes, pictures and the like. Worse, appellant did not present his employer or any of his co-workers to corroborate his claim that he and "AAA" were sweethearts and that "AAA" used to frequent his place.[16] The RTC also held that assuming "AAA" and appellant were sweethearts, it does not serve as license or justification to commit rape.[17]
On September 30, 2003, appellant filed his Notice of Appeal[18] which was given due course by the trial court.[19]
Ruling of the Court of Appeals
On appeal, the appellate court affirmed the trial court's Decision in toto, viz:
WHEREFORE, the assailed September 23, 2003 Decision of the Regional Trial Court of Parañaque City, Branch 258, in Criminal Case No. 01-01193, is hereby AFFIRMED in its entirety.
SO ORDERED.[20]
Hence, this appeal.
The Parties' Arguments
Appellee maintains that appellant's guilt was proven beyond reasonable doubt.
On the other hand, appellant claims that he was denied his right to due process considering that as alleged in the Information, the rape was committed through the use of force and intimidation. However, what was established by the prosecution is the fact that "AAA" was unconscious when she was raped. Appellant also insists that there was nothing in "AAA's" testimony that would indicate that appellant had sexual intercourse with her. Appellant likewise insists that no sufficient evidence was presented to prove his culpability. He argues that "AAA's" testimony is ambiguous and full of discrepancies. He opines that "AAA's" claim that she lost consciousness when her mouth was covered with a drug-laced handkerchief was unbelievable and ridiculous. Moreover, appellant alleges that "AAA's" testimony in open court contradicts her narration in her Sinumpaang Salaysay.
Our Ruling
The appeal lacks merit.
The CA correctly disregarded appellant's claim that he did not use force nor resort to intimidation in the commission of the crime. We agree with the CA that appellant's act of pulling "AAA" and covering her face with drug-laced handkerchief is synonymous with force, to wit:
It has been duly established that when "AAA" passed by the bakery, Olesco immediately pulled her and covered her mouth with a handkerchief. She smelled something like a "snow bear" and lost consciousness. Thereafter, Olesco raped her.
In other words, "AAA" became unconscious after accused employed force on her; that is, pulling her and covering her mouth with a "snow bear" smelling hanky. The act of pulling her and covering her face with a drug-laced hanky is the immediate cause why "AAA" fell unconscious which facilitated accused's bestial desire against "AAA." There is, therefore, no truth to the claim of Olesco that no force was employed upon "AAA" to satisfy his bestial desire. It is a well-established doctrine that for the crime of rape to exist, it is not necessary that the force employed accomplishing it be so great or of such character as could not be resisted; it is only necessary that the force employed by the guilty party be sufficient to consummate the purpose which he had in view x x x. Thus, the use of force and intimidation as alleged in the information has been sufficiently established.[21]
Indeed, "[f]ailure to offer tenacious resistance does not make the submission by the complainant to the criminal acts of the accused voluntary. What is necessary is that the force employed against her be sufficient to consummate the purpose which he has in mind."[22]
Appellant's contentions that "AAA's" testimony is ambiguous and full of discrepancies and that her claim that she lost consciousness when her mouth was covered with a drug-laced handkerchief is unbelievable and ridiculous deserve scant consideration. To be sure, these contentions pertain to the assessment of witness's credibility which is properly within the province of the trial court. In this case, the trial court held that:
Based on the foregoing, the Court in its careful analysis of the testimonies of the prosecution witnesses as compared to that of the defense, found that those of the former carry greater weight and credence for being straightforward, reasonable, clear and categorical which is entirely different from the allegations of the defense. To the Court, the rape was consummated under paragraph 1, 3(b) of Article 266-A of the Revised Penal Code.[23]
We find no reason to depart from said findings of the trial court, which were affirmed by the CA. "As a rule, x x x findings [of the trial court] deserve weight and respect. The same is true as regards the evaluation of the credibility of witnesses, because it is the trial judge who hears them and observes their demeanor while testifying. It is only when the trial court has overlooked or misapprehended some facts or circumstances of weight and influence that these matters are re-opened for independent examination and review by appellate courts."[24] "The age-old rule is that the task of assigning values to the testimonies of witnesses in the stand and weighing their credibility is best left to the trial court which forms its first-hand impressions as a witness testifies before it."[25]
Both the trial court and the CA properly disregarded appellant's claim that he and "AAA" were sweethearts. "The `sweetheart theory' or `sweetheart defense' is an oft-abused justification that rashly derides the intelligence of this Court and sorely tests our patience. For the Court to even consider giving credence to such defense, it must be proven by compelling evidence. The defense cannot just present testimonial evidence in support of the theory, as in the instant case. Independent proof is required -- such as tokens, mementos, and photographs. There is none presented here by the defense." [26] Thus:
So, you said you came to know this "AAA" since she used to buy bread at the bakery and you testified that you became steady. Can you remember what particular month or date you became steady with "AAA"?
I cannot remember that anymore, ma'am.
And do you have any remembrance or anything that will prove that this "AAA" has been your steady or girlfriend?
None, ma'am.
And how long did you become steady with this "AAA" before October 17?
Three (3) months, ma'am.[27]
"In any event, the claim is inconsequential since it is well-settled that being sweethearts does not negate the commission of rape because such fact does not give appellant license to have sexual intercourse against her will, and will not exonerate him from the criminal charge of rape. Being sweethearts does not prove consent to the sexual act."[28] Thus, having failed to satisfactorily establish that "AAA" voluntarily consented to engage in sexual intercourse with him, the said act constitutes rape on the part of the appellant.
Finally, we note that "AAA" lost no time in reporting the incident to her cousin who in turn immediately relayed the same to the barangay officials which resulted in the arrest of the appellant. On the other hand, appellant failed to rebut "AAA's" testimony that prior to the incident she saw appellant only once considering that "AAA" was new to the place, having stayed thereat for only a week before the rape. Even appellant could not ascribe any ill will on the part of "AAA."[29] More significantly, appellant did not present his employer or any of his co-workers who could supposedly corroborate his claim that he only talked with "AAA" on the night of October 17, 2001.
As regards the award of damages, the trial court, as affirmed by the CA, correctly awarded P50,000.00 as civil indemnity and P50,000.00 as moral damages. "However, in line with current jurisprudence, an additional award of P30,000.00 as exemplary damages should likewise be given, as well as interest of six percent (6%) per annum on all damages awarded from the finality of judgment until fully paid."[30]
WHEREFORE, the appeal is DENIED. The May 30, 2006 Decision of the Court of Appeals in CA-G.R. CR-H.C. No. 00701 which affirmed the September 23, 2003 Decision of the Regional Trial Court of Parañaque City, Branch 258 finding appellant Reynaldo Olesco guilty beyond reasonable doubt of the crime of rape and sentencing him to suffer the penalty of reclusion perpetua and to pay P50,000.00 as civil indemnity and another P50,000.00 as moral damages to "AAA" is AFFIRMED with MODIFICATIONS that an additional award of P30,000.00 as exemplary damages should likewise be given, with interest at the rate of six percent (6%) per annum on all the damages awarded in this case from the finality of this judgment until fully paid.
Corona, C.J., (Chairperson), Velasco, Jr., Leonardo-De Castro, and Perez, JJ., concur.
[1] Also spelled as Ondayang in some parts of the records.
[2] People v. Bautista, G.R. No. 140278, June 3, 2004, 430 SCRA 469, 471.
[3] CA rollo, pp. 107-116; penned by Associate Justice Elvi John S. Asuncion and concurred in by Associate Justices Noel G. Tijam and Mariflor P. Punzalan Castillo.
[4] Records, pp. 132-138; penned by Judge Raul E. De Leon.
[5] Id. at 1.
[6] The identity of the victim or any information which could establish or compromise her identity, as well as those of her immediate family or household members, shall be withheld pursuant to Republic Act No. 7610, An Act Providing for Stronger Deterrence and Special Protection Against Child Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination, and for Other Purposes; Republic Act No. 9262, An Act Defining Violence Against Women and Their Children, Providing for Protective Measures for Victims, Prescribing Penalties Therefor, and for Other Purposes; and Section 40 of A.M. No. 04-10-11-SC, known as the Rule on Violence Against Women and Their Children, effective November 5, 2004.
[7] Records, p. 18.
[8] CA rollo, pp. 108-111.
[9] Records, pp. 137-138.
[20] CA rollo, p. 116.
[22] People v. Bautista, supra note 2 at 488.
[23] Records, p. 144.
[24] People v. Bautista, supra note 2 at 478-479.
[25] People v. Magbanua, G.R. No. 176265, April 30, 2008, 553 SCRA 698, 704.
[26] People v. Baldo, G.R. No. 175238, February 24, 2009, 580 SCRA 225, 232.
[27] TSN, January 30, 2003, p. 12.
[28] People v. Magbanua, supra note 25.
[29] Q Now, you said that on October 17, 2001, you only went with "AAA" to a room and talked for about five (5) minutes and now the following day she is filing a case of rape against you. Do you know of any reason for her filing a case of rape when you said that nothing happened that night?
A I do not understand why she filed a complaint of rape against me, sir.
Q So, you are saying now, Mr. Witness, that there is no reason for "AAA" to have filed this rape case because nothing happened. You did not quarrel or there was never a confrontation between you [on the night of] October 17, 2001, am I correct?
A I do not know the reason why, ma'am. (TSN, January 30, 2003, pp. 11 and 15.)
[30] People v. Alverio, G.R. No. 194259, March 16, 2011.
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[G.R. No. 169627, April 06 : 2011] ROSEMARIE SALMA ARAGONCILLO-MOLOK, PETITIONER, VS. SITY AISA BARANGAI MOLOK, RESPONDENT.
[G.R. No. 161204, April 06 : 2011] NATIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY, PETITIONER, VS. HON. VICENTE Q. ROXAS (PRESIDING JUDGE OF REGIONAL TRIAL COURT, QUEZON CITY, BRANCH 227,) REGISTER OF DEEDS OF QUEZON CITY, LAND REGISTRATION AUTHORITY, OFFICE OF THE CITY, DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES, AND THE COURT OF APPEALS, RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 189457, April 07 : 2011] SUNRISE HOLIDAY CONCEPTS, INC., Petitioner, vs. TERESA A. ARUGAY, Respondent.
[G.R. No. 186070, April 11 : 2011] CLIENTLOGIC PHILPPINES, INC. (NOW KNOWN AS SITEL), JOSEPH VELASQUEZ, IRENE ROA AND RODNEY SPIRES, PETITIONERS, VS. BENEDICT CASTRO, RESPONDENT.
[G.R. No. 191008, April 11 : 2011] QUIRICO LOPEZ, PETITIONER, VS. ALTURAS GROUP OF COMPANIES AND/OR MARLITO UY, RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 192188, April 11 : 2011] PEOPLE OF THE PHILIPPINES, PLAINTIFF-APPELLEE, VS. ANDREW ROBLE, ACCUSED-APPELLANT.
[G.R. No. 174861, April 11 : 2011] PEOPLE OF THE PHILIPPINES, APPELLEE, VS. REYNALDO OLESCO Y ANDAYANG,[1] APPELLANT.
[G.R. No. 178635, April 11 : 2011] SERVILLANO E. ABAD, PETITIONER, VS. OSCAR C. FARRALES AND DAISY C. FARRALES-VILLAMAYOR, RESPONDENTS. D E C I S I O N
[G.R. No. 187872, April 11 : 2011] STRATEGIC ALLIANCE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, PETITIONER, VS. STAR INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION ET AL., RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 154042, April 11 : 2011] JOSE T. TUBOLA, JR., PETITIONER, VS. SANDIGANBAYAN AND PEOPLE OF THE PHILIPPINES, RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 180282, April 11 : 2011] CRISPIN DICHOSO, JR., EVELYN DICHOSO VALDEZ, AND ROSEMARIE DICHOSO PE BENITO, PETITIONERS,vs.PATROCINIO L. MARCOS, RESPONDENT.
[G.R. No. 186243, April 11 : 2011] HACIENDA PRIMERA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION and ANNA KATRINA E. HERNANDEZ, Petitioners, vs. MICHAEL S. VILLEGAS, Respondent.
[G.R. No. 179010, April 11 : 2011] ELENITA M. DEWARA, REPRESENTED BY HER ATTORNEY-IN-FACT, FERDINAND MAGALLANES, PETITIONER, VS. SPOUSES RONNIE AND GINA LAMELA AND STENILE ALVERO, RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 190660, April 11 : 2011] LAND BANK OF THE PHILIPPINES, PETITIONER, VS. COURT OF APPEALS AND ELIZABETH DIAZ, REPRESENTED BY FRANCISCA P. DE GUZMAN AS ATTORNEY-IN-FACT, RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 183575, April 11 : 2011] SPOUSES ROGELIO MARCELO AND MILAGROS MARCELO, PETITIONERS, VS. LBC BANK, RESPONDENT.
[A.M. No. P-10-2767 [Formerly AM OCA IPI 08-2905-P], April 12 : 2011] BR> ANTONIO EXEQUIEL A. MOMONGAN, COMPLAINANT, VS. PRIMITIVO A. SUMAYO, CLERK III AND ARIEL A. MOMONGAN, PROCESS SERVER, RESPONDENTS.
[A.M. No. P-11-2913 (Formerly OCA I.P.I. No. 08-2810-P), April 12 : 2011] MA. CHEDNA ROMERO, COMPLAINANT, VS. PACIFICO B. VILLAROSA, JR., SHERIFF IV, REGIONAL TRIAL COURT, BRANCH 17, PALOMPON, LEYTE, RESPONDENT.
[G.R. No. 193846, April 12 : 2011] MARIA LAARNI L. CAYETANO, PETITIONER, VS. THE COMMISSION ON ELECTIONS AND DANTE O. TINGA, RESPONDENTS.
[A.M. OCA IPI No. 10-177-CA-J, April 12 : 2011] RE: COMPLAINT OF CONCERNED MEMBERS OF CHINESE GROCERS ASSOCIATION AGAINST JUSTICE SOCORRO B. INTING OF THE COURT OF APPEALS
[G.R. No. 191940, April 12 : 2011] PHILIPPINE CHARITY SWEEPSTAKES OFFICE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND REYNALDO P. MARTIN, PETITIONERS, VS. MARIE JEAN C. LAPID, RESPONDENT.
[G.R. No. 176951, April 12 : 2011] LEAGUE OF CITIES OF THE PHILIPPINES (LCP), REPRESENTED BY LCP NATIONAL PRESIDENT JERRY P. TREÑAS; CITY OF CALBAYOG, REPRESENTED BY MAYOR MEL SENEN S. SARMIENTO; AND JERRY P. TREÑAS, IN HIS PERSONAL CAPACITY AS TAXPAYER, PETITIONERS, VS. COMMISSION ON ELECTIONS; MUNICIPALITY OF BAYBAY, PROVINCE OF LEYTE; MUNICIPALITY OF BOGO, PROVINCE OF CEBU; MUNICIPALITY OF CATBALOGAN, PROVINCE OF WESTERN SAMAR; MUNICIPALITY OF TANDAG, PROVINCE OF SURIGAO DEL SUR; MUNICIPALITY OF BORONGAN, PROVINCE OF EASTERN SAMAR; AND MUNICIPALITY OF TAYABAS, PROVINCE OF QUEZON, RESPONDENTS. [G.R. NO. 177499] LEAGUE OF CITIES OF THE PHILIPPINES (LCP), REPRESENTED BY LCP NATIONAL PRESIDENT JERRY P. TREÑAS; CITY OF CALBAYOG, REPRESENTED BY MAYOR MEL SENEN S. SARMIENTO; AND JERRY P. TREÑAS, IN HIS PERSONAL CAPACITY AS TAXPAYER, PETITIONERS, VS. COMMISSION ON ELECTIONS; MUNICIPALITY OF LAMITAN, PROVINCE OF BASILAN; MUNICIPALITY OF TABUK, PROVINCE OF KALINGA; MUNICIPALITY OF BAYUGAN, PROVINCE OF AGUSAN DEL SUR; MUNICIPALITY OF BATAC, PROVINCE OF ILOCOS NORTE; MUNICIPALITY OF MATI, PROVINCE OF DAVAO ORIENTAL; AND MUNICIPALITY OF GUIHULNGAN, PROVINCE OF NEGROS ORIENTAL, RESPONDENTS. [G.R. NO. 178056] LEAGUE OF CITIES OF THE PHILIPPINES (LCP), REPRESENTED BY LCP NATIONAL PRESIDENT JERRY P. TREÑAS; CITY OF CALBAYOG, REPRESENTED BY MAYOR MEL SENEN S. SARMIENTO; AND JERRY P. TREÑAS, IN HIS PERSONAL CAPACITY AS TAXPAYER, PETITIONERS, VS. COMMISSION ON ELECTIONS; MUNICIPALITY OF CABADBARAN, PROVINCE OF AGUSAN DEL NORTE; MUNICIPALITY OF CARCAR, PROVINCE OF CEBU; MUNICIPALITY OF EL SALVADOR, PROVINCE OF MISAMIS ORIENTAL; MUNICIPALITY OF NAGA, CEBU; AND DEPARTMENT OF BUDGET AND MANAGEMENT, RESPONDENTS.
[A. M. No. 08-19-SB-J, April 12 : 2011] ASSISTANT SPECIAL PROSECUTOR III ROHERMIA J. JAMSANI-RODRIGUEZ, COMPLAINANT, VS. JUSTICES GREGORY S. ONG, JOSE R. HERNANDEZ, AND RODOLFO A. PONFERRADA, SANDIGANBAYAN, RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 180050, April 12 : 2011] RODOLFO G. NAVARRO, VICTOR F. BERNAL, AND RENE O. MEDINA, PETITIONERS, VS. EXECUTIVE SECRETARY EDUARDO ERMITA, REPRESENTING THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES; SENATE OF THE PHILIPPINES, REPRESENTED BY THE SENATE PRESIDENT; HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, REPRESENTED BY THE HOUSE SPEAKER; GOVERNOR ROBERT ACE S. BARBERS, REPRESENTING THE MOTHER PROVINCE OF SURIGAO DEL NORTE; GOVERNOR GERALDINE ECLEO VILLAROMAN, REPRESENTING THE NEW PROVINCE OF DINAGAT ISLANDS, RESPONDENTS, CONGRESSMAN FRANCISCO T. MATUGAS, HON. SOL T. MATUGAS, HON. ARTURO CARLOS A. EGAY, JR., HON. SIMEON VICENTE G. CASTRENCE, HON. MAMERTO D. GALANIDA, HON. MARGARITO M. LONGOS, AND HON. CESAR M. BAGUNDOL, INTERVENORS.
[G.R. No. 175831, April 12 : 2011] PEOPLE OF THE PHILIPPINES, APPELLEE, VS. FLORANTE RELANES ALIAS "DANTE," APPELLANT.
[G.R. No. 189479, April 12 : 2011] JEROME JAPSON, PETITIONER, VS. CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION, RESPONDENT.
[A.M. No. RTJ-09-2197 [FORMERLY OCA-I.P.I. NO. 08-3026-RTJ], April 13 : 2011] ANTONINO MONTICALBO, COMPLAINANT, VS. JUDGE CRESCENTE F. MARAYA, JR., REGIONAL TRIAL COURT, BRANCH 11, CALUBIAN, LEYTE, RESPONDENT.
[G.R. No. 183984, April 13 : 2011] ARTURO SARTE FLORES, PETITIONER, VS. SPOUSES ENRICO L. LINDO, JR. AND EDNA C. LINDO, RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 150898, April 13 : 2011] OCEAN BUILDERS CONSTRUCTION CORP., AND/OR DENNIS HAO, PETITIONERS, VS. SPOUSES ANTONIO AND ANICIA CUBACUB, RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 182262, April 13 : 2011] ROMULO B. DELA ROSA, PETITIONER, VS. MICHAELMAR PHILIPPINES, INC., SUBSTITUTED BY OSG SHIPMANAGEMENT MANILA, INC.,* AND/OR MICHAELMAR SHIPPING SERVICES, INC., RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 135715, April 13 : 2011] PRESIDENTIAL AD HOC FACT- FINDING COMMITTEE ON BEHEST LOANS, REPRESENTED BY MAGDANGAL B. ELMA, PCGG CHAIRMAN AND ORLANDO C. SALVADOR AS CONSULTANT OF THE TECHNICAL WORKING GROUP OF THE AD-HOC COMMITTEE, PETITIONERS, VS. HONORABLE ANIANO A. DESIERTO AS OMBUDSMAN, PANFILO O. DOMINGO, CONRADO S. REYES, ENRIQUE M. HERBOZA, MOHAMMAD ALI DIMAPORO, ABDULLAH DIMAPORO AND AMER DIANALAN, RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 190487, April 13 : 2011] BUREAU OF CUSTOMS, PETITIONER, VS. PETER SHERMAN, MICHAEL WHELAN, TEODORO B. LINGAN, ATTY. OFELIA B. CAJIGAL AND THE COURT OF TAX APPEALS, RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 181440, April 13 : 2011] PEOPLE OF THE PHILIPPINES, PLAINTIFF-APPELLEE, VS. AIDA MARQUEZ, ACCUSED-APPELLANT. D E C I S I O N
[G.R. No. 170914, April 13 : 2011] STEFAN TITO MIÑOZA PETITIONER, VS. HON. CESAR TOMAS LOPEZ, IN HIS OFFICIAL CAPACITY AS MAYOR AND CHAIR, LOON COCKPIT ARENA BIDDING AND AWARDS COMMITTEE, ITS MEMBERS NAMELY: HERMINIGILDO M. CALIFORNIA, NOEL CASTROJO, JESSE SEVILLA, FORTUNATO GARAY, PERFECTO MANTE, ROGELIO GANADOS, P/INSP. JASEN MAGARAN, SANGGUNIANG BAYAN OF LOON, BOHOL, REPRESENTED BY ITS PRESIDING OFFICER, VICE MAYOR RAUL BARBARONA, AND MARCELO EPE, RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 157717, April 13 : 2011] HEIRS OF MAXIMINO DERLA, NAMELY: ZELDA, JUNA, GERALDINE, AIDA, ALMA, ALL SURNAMED DERLA; AND SABINA VDA. DE DERLA, ALL REPRESENTED BY THEIR ATTORNEY-IN-FACT, ZELDA DERLA, PETITIONERS, VS. HEIRS OF CATALINA DERLA VDA. DE HIPOLITO, MAE D. HIPOLITO, ROGER ZAGALES, FRANCISCO DERLA, SR., JOVITO DERLA, EXALTACION POND, AND VINA U. CASAWAY, IN HER CAPACITY AS THE REGISTER OF DEEDS OF TAGUM, DAVAO DEL NORTE, RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 189655, April 13 : 2011] AOWA ELECTRONIC PHILIPPINES, INC., PETITIONER, VS. DEPARTMENT OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY, NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION, RESPONDENT.
[G.R. No. 183569, April 13 : 2011] PEOPLE OF THE PHILIPPINES, PLAINTIFF-APPELLEE, VS. VICENTE PUBLICO Y AMODIA, ACCUSED-APPELLANT.
[G.R. No. 168922, April 13 : 2011] WILFREDO Y. ANTIQUINA, PETITIONER, VS. MAGSAYSAY MARITIME CORPORATION AND/OR MASTERBULK, PTE., LTD., RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 169292, April 13 : 2011] SPOUSES FRANCISCO DE GUZMAN, JR. AND AMPARO O. DE GUZMAN, PETITIONERS, VS. CESAR OCHOA AND SYLVIA A. OCHOA, REPRESENTED BY ARACELI S. AZORES, AS THEIR ATTORNEY-IN-FACT, RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. No. 166859 : April 12, 2011] REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES, PETITIONER, VS. SANDIGANBAYAN (FIRST DIVISION), EDUARDO M. COJUANGCO, JR., AGRICULTURAL CONSULTANCY SERVICES, INC., ARCHIPELAGO REALTY CORP., BALETE RANCH, INC., BLACK STALLION RANCH, INC., CHRISTENSEN PLANTATION COMPANY, DISCOVERY REALTY CORP., DREAM PASTURES, INC., ECHO RANCH, INC., FAR EAST RANCH, INC., FILSOV SHIPPING COMPANY, INC., FIRST UNITED TRANSPORT, INC., HABAGAT REALTY DEVELOPMENT, INC., KALAWAKAN RESORTS, INC., KAUNLARAN AGRICULTURAL CORP., LABAYUG AIR TERMINALS, INC., LANDAIR INTERNATIONAL MARKETING CORP., LHL CATTLE CORP., LUCENA OIL FACTORY, INC., MEADOW LARK PLANTATIONS, INC., METROPLEX COMMODITIES, INC., MISTY MOUNTAIN AGRICULTURAL CORP., NORTHEAST CONTRACT TRADERS, INC., NORTHERN CARRIERS CORP., OCEANSIDE MARITIME ENTERPRISES, INC., ORO VERDE SERVICES, INC., PASTORAL FARMS, INC., PCY OIL MANUFACTURING CORP., PHILIPPINE TECHNOLOGIES, INC., PRIMAVERA FARMS, INC., PUNONG-BAYAN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORP., PURA ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC., RADIO AUDIENCE DEVELOPERS INTEGRATED ORGANIZATION, INC., RADYO PILIPINO CORP., RANCHO GRANDE, INC., REDDEE DEVELOPERS, INC., SAN ESTEBAN DEVELOPMENT CORP., SILVER LEAF PLANTATIONS, INC., SOUTHERN SERVICE TRADERS, INC., SOUTHERN STAR CATTLE CORP., SPADE ONE RESORTS CORP., UNEXPLORED LAND DEVELOPERS, INC., VERDANT PLANTATIONS, INC., VESTA AGRICULTURAL CORP. AND WINGS RESORTS CORP., RESPONDENTS. [G.R. NO. 169203 : April 12, 2011] REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES, PETITIONER, VS. SANDIGANBAYAN (FIRST DIVISION), EDUARDO M. COJUANGCO, JR., MEADOW LARK PLANTATIONS, INC., SILVER LEAF PLANTATIONS, INC., PRIMAVERA FARMS, INC., PASTORAL FARMS, INC., BLACK STALLION RANCH, INC., MISTY MOUNTAINS AGRICULTURAL CORP., ARCHIPELAGO REALTY CORP., AGRICULTURAL CONSULTANCY SERVICES, INC., SOUTHERN STAR CATTLE CORP., LHL CATTLE CORP., RANCHO GRANDE, INC., DREAM PASTURES, INC., FAR EAST RANCH, INC., ECHO RANCH, INC., LAND AIR INTERNATIONAL MARKETING CORP., REDDEE DEVELOPERS, INC., PCY OIL MANUFACTURING CORP., LUCENA OIL FACTORY, INC., METROPLEX COMMODITIES, INC., VESTA AGRICULTURAL CORP., VERDANT PLANTATIONS, INC., KAUNLARAN AGRICULTURAL CORP., ECJ & SONS AGRICULTURAL ENTERPRISES, INC., RADYO PILIPINO CORP., DISCOVERY REALTY CORP., FIRST UNITED TRANSPORT, INC., RADIO AUDIENCE DEVELOPERS INTEGRATED ORGANIZATION, INC., ARCHIPELAGO FINANCE AND LEASING CORP., SAN ESTEBAN DEVELOPMENT CORP., CHRISTENSEN PLANTATION COMPANY, NORTHERN CARRIERS CORP., VENTURE SECURITIES, INC., BALETE RANCH, INC., ORO VERDE SERVICES, INC., AND KALAWAKAN RESORTS, INC., RESPONDENTS. [G.R. NO. 180702 : April 12, 2011] REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES, PETITIONER, VS. EDUARDO M. COJUANGCO, JR., FERDINAND E. MARCOS, IMELDA R. MARCOS, EDGARDO J. ANGARA,* JOSE C. CONCEPCION, AVELINO V. CRUZ, EDUARDO U. ESCUETA, PARAJA G. HAYUDINI, JUAN PONCE ENRILE, TEODORO D. REGALA, DANILO URSUA, ROGELIO A. VINLUAN, AGRICULTURAL CONSULTANCY SERVICES, INC., ANGLO VENTURES, INC., ARCHIPELAGO REALTY CORP., AP HOLDINGS, INC., ARC INVESTMENT, INC., ASC INVESTMENT, INC., AUTONOMOUS DEVELOPMENT CORP., BALETE RANCH, INC., BLACK STALLION RANCH, INC., CAGAYAN DE ORO OIL COMPANY, INC., CHRISTENSEN PLANTATION COMPANY, COCOA INVESTORS, INC., DAVAO AGRICULTURAL AVIATION, INC., DISCOVERY REALTY CORP., DREAM PASTURES, INC., ECHO RANCH, INC., ECJ & SONS AGRI. ENT., INC., FAR EAST RANCH, INC., FILSOV SHIPPING COMPANY, INC., FIRST MERIDIAN DEVELOPMENT, INC., FIRST UNITED TRANSPORT, INC., GRANEXPORT MANUFACTURING CORP., HABAGAT REALTY DEVELOPMENT, INC., HYCO AGRICULTURAL, INC., ILIGAN COCONUT INDUSTRIES, INC., KALAWAKAN RESORTS, INC., KAUNLARAN AGRICULTURAL CORP., LABAYOG AIR TERMINALS, INC., LANDAIR INTERNATIONAL MARKETING CORP., LEGASPI OIL COMPANY, LHL CATTLE CORP., LUCENA OIL FACTORY, INC., MEADOW LARK PLANTATIONS, INC., METROPLEX COMMODITIES, INC., MISTY MOUNTAIN AGRICULTURAL CORP., NORTHEAST CONTRACT TRADERS, INC., NORTHERN CARRIERS CORP., OCEANSIDE MARITIME ENTERPRISES, INC., ORO VERDE SERVICES, INC., PASTORAL FARMS, INC., PCY OIL MANUFACTURING CORP., PHILIPPINE RADIO CORP., INC., PHILIPPINE TECHNOLOGIES, INC., PRIMAVERA FARMS, INC., PUNONG-BAYAN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORP., PURA ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC., RADIO AUDIENCE DEVELOPERS INTEGRATED ORGANIZATION, INC., RADYO PILIPINO CORP., RANCHO GRANDE, INC., RANDY ALLIED VENTURES, INC., REDDEE DEVELOPERS, INC., ROCKSTEEL RESOURCES, INC., ROXAS SHARES, INC., SAN ESTEBAN DEVELOPMENT CORP., SAN MIGUEL CORPORATION OFFICERS, INC., SAN PABLO MANUFACTURING CORP., SOUTHERN LUZON OIL MILLS, INC., SILVER LEAF PLANTATIONS, INC., SORIANO SHARES, INC., SOUTHERN SERVICE TRADERS, INC., SOUTHERN STAR CATTLE CORP., SPADE 1 RESORTS CORP., TAGUM AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT CORP., TEDEUM RESOURCES, INC., THILAGRO EDIBLE OIL MILLS, INC., TODA HOLDINGS, INC., UNEXPLORED LAND DEVELOPERS, INC., VALHALLA PROPERTIES, INC., VENTURES SECURITIES, INC., VERDANT PLANTATIONS, INC., VESTA AGRICULTURAL CORP. AND WINGS RESORTS CORP., RESPONDENTS. JOVITO R. SALONGA, WIGBERTO E. TAÑADA, OSCAR F. SANTOS, VIRGILIO M. DAVID, ROMEO C. ROYANDAYAN FOR HIMSELF AND FOR SURIGAO DEL SUR FEDERATION OF AGRICULTURAL COOPERATIVES (SUFAC), MORO FARMERS ASSOCIATION OF ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR (MOFAZS) AND COCONUT FARMERS OF SOUTHERN LEYTE COOPERATIVE (COFA-SL); PHILIPPINE RURAL RECONSTRUCTION MOVEMENT (PRRM), REPRESENTED BY CONRADO S. NAVARRO; COCONUT INDUSTRY REFORM MOVEMENT, INC. (COIR) REPRESENTED BY JOSE MARIE T. FAUSTINO; VICENTE FABE FOR HIMSELF AND FOR PAMBANSANG KILUSAN NG MGA SAMAHAN NG MAGSASAKA (PAKISAMA); NONITO CLEMENTE FOR HIMSELF AND FOR THE NAGKAKAISANG UGNAYAN NG MGA MALILIIT NA MAGSASAKA AT MANGGAGAWA SA NIYUGAN (NIUGAN); DIONELO M. SUANTE, SR. FOR HIMSELF AND FOR KALIPUNAN NG MALILIIT NA MAGNINIYOG NG PILIPINAS (KAMMPIL), INC., PETITIONERS-INTERVENORS.
[G.R. NO. 169203 : April 12, 2011] REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES, PETITIONER, VS. SANDIGANBAYAN (FIRST DIVISION), EDUARDO M. COJUANGCO, JR., MEADOW LARK PLANTATIONS, INC., SILVER LEAF PLANTATIONS, INC., PRIMAVERA FARMS, INC., PASTORAL FARMS, INC., BLACK STALLION RANCH, INC., MISTY MOUNTAINS AGRICULTURAL CORP., ARCHIPELAGO REALTY CORP., AGRICULTURAL CONSULTANCY SERVICES, INC., SOUTHERN STAR CATTLE CORP., LHL CATTLE CORP., RANCHO GRANDE, INC., DREAM PASTURES, INC., FAR EAST RANCH, INC., ECHO RANCH, INC., LAND AIR INTERNATIONAL MARKETING CORP., REDDEE DEVELOPERS, INC., PCY OIL MANUFACTURING CORP., LUCENA OIL FACTORY, INC., METROPLEX COMMODITIES, INC., VESTA AGRICULTURAL CORP., VERDANT PLANTATIONS, INC., KAUNLARAN AGRICULTURAL CORP., ECJ & SONS AGRICULTURAL ENTERPRISES, INC., RADYO PILIPINO CORP., DISCOVERY REALTY CORP., FIRST UNITED TRANSPORT, INC., RADIO AUDIENCE DEVELOPERS INTEGRATED ORGANIZATION, INC., ARCHIPELAGO FINANCE AND LEASING CORP., SAN ESTEBAN DEVELOPMENT CORP., CHRISTENSEN PLANTATION COMPANY, NORTHERN CARRIERS CORP., VENTURE SECURITIES, INC., BALETE RANCH, INC., ORO VERDE SERVICES, INC., AND KALAWAKAN RESORTS, INC., RESPONDENTS.
[G.R. NO. 180702 : April 12, 2011] REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES, PETITIONER, VS. EDUARDO M. COJUANGCO, JR., FERDINAND E. MARCOS, IMELDA R. MARCOS, EDGARDO J. ANGARA,* JOSE C. CONCEPCION, AVELINO V. CRUZ, EDUARDO U. ESCUETA, PARAJA G. HAYUDINI, JUAN PONCE ENRILE, TEODORO D. REGALA, DANILO URSUA, ROGELIO A. VINLUAN, AGRICULTURAL CONSULTANCY SERVICES, INC., ANGLO VENTURES, INC., ARCHIPELAGO REALTY CORP., AP HOLDINGS, INC., ARC INVESTMENT, INC., ASC INVESTMENT, INC., AUTONOMOUS DEVELOPMENT CORP., BALETE RANCH, INC., BLACK STALLION RANCH, INC., CAGAYAN DE ORO OIL COMPANY, INC., CHRISTENSEN PLANTATION COMPANY, COCOA INVESTORS, INC., DAVAO AGRICULTURAL AVIATION, INC., DISCOVERY REALTY CORP., DREAM PASTURES, INC., ECHO RANCH, INC., ECJ & SONS AGRI. ENT., INC., FAR EAST RANCH, INC., FILSOV SHIPPING COMPANY, INC., FIRST MERIDIAN DEVELOPMENT, INC., FIRST UNITED TRANSPORT, INC., GRANEXPORT MANUFACTURING CORP., HABAGAT REALTY DEVELOPMENT, INC., HYCO AGRICULTURAL, INC., ILIGAN COCONUT INDUSTRIES, INC., KALAWAKAN RESORTS, INC., KAUNLARAN AGRICULTURAL CORP., LABAYOG AIR TERMINALS, INC., LANDAIR INTERNATIONAL MARKETING CORP., LEGASPI OIL COMPANY, LHL CATTLE CORP., LUCENA OIL FACTORY, INC., MEADOW LARK PLANTATIONS, INC., METROPLEX COMMODITIES, INC., MISTY MOUNTAIN AGRICULTURAL CORP., NORTHEAST CONTRACT TRADERS, INC., NORTHERN CARRIERS CORP., OCEANSIDE MARITIME ENTERPRISES, INC., ORO VERDE SERVICES, INC., PASTORAL FARMS, INC., PCY OIL MANUFACTURING CORP., PHILIPPINE RADIO CORP., INC., PHILIPPINE TECHNOLOGIES, INC., PRIMAVERA FARMS, INC., PUNONG-BAYAN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORP., PURA ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC., RADIO AUDIENCE DEVELOPERS INTEGRATED ORGANIZATION, INC., RADYO PILIPINO CORP., RANCHO GRANDE, INC., RANDY ALLIED VENTURES, INC., REDDEE DEVELOPERS, INC., ROCKSTEEL RESOURCES, INC., ROXAS SHARES, INC., SAN ESTEBAN DEVELOPMENT CORP., SAN MIGUEL CORPORATION OFFICERS, INC., SAN PABLO MANUFACTURING CORP., SOUTHERN LUZON OIL MILLS, INC., SILVER LEAF PLANTATIONS, INC., SORIANO SHARES, INC., SOUTHERN SERVICE TRADERS, INC., SOUTHERN STAR CATTLE CORP., SPADE 1 RESORTS CORP., TAGUM AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT CORP., TEDEUM RESOURCES, INC., THILAGRO EDIBLE OIL MILLS, INC., TODA HOLDINGS, INC., UNEXPLORED LAND DEVELOPERS, INC., VALHALLA PROPERTIES, INC., VENTURES SECURITIES, INC., VERDANT PLANTATIONS, INC., VESTA AGRICULTURAL CORP. AND WINGS RESORTS CORP., RESPONDENTS. JOVITO R. SALONGA, WIGBERTO E. TAÑADA, OSCAR F. SANTOS, VIRGILIO M. DAVID, ROMEO C. ROYANDAYAN FOR HIMSELF AND FOR SURIGAO DEL SUR FEDERATION OF AGRICULTURAL COOPERATIVES (SUFAC), MORO FARMERS ASSOCIATION OF ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR (MOFAZS) AND COCONUT FARMERS OF SOUTHERN LEYTE COOPERATIVE (COFA-SL); PHILIPPINE RURAL RECONSTRUCTION MOVEMENT (PRRM), REPRESENTED BY CONRADO S. NAVARRO; COCONUT INDUSTRY REFORM MOVEMENT, INC. (COIR) REPRESENTED BY JOSE MARIE T. FAUSTINO; VICENTE FABE FOR HIMSELF AND FOR PAMBANSANG KILUSAN NG MGA SAMAHAN NG MAGSASAKA (PAKISAMA); NONITO CLEMENTE FOR HIMSELF AND FOR THE NAGKAKAISANG UGNAYAN NG MGA MALILIIT NA MAGSASAKA AT MANGGAGAWA SA NIYUGAN (NIUGAN); DIONELO M. SUANTE, SR. FOR HIMSELF AND FOR KALIPUNAN NG MALILIIT NA MAGNINIYOG NG PILIPINAS (KAMMPIL), INC., PETITIONERS-INTERVENORS.
[G.R. No. 171542 : April 6, 2011] ANGELITO P. MAGNO, Petitioner, v. PEOPLE OF THE PHILIPPINES , MICHAEL MONSOD, ESTHER LUZ MAE GREGORIO, GIAN CARLO CAJOLES, NENETTE CASTILLON, DONATO ENABE and ALFIE FERNANDEZ, Respondents.
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European Ceramics
November 3, 2017 May 12, 2018 by Abigail Bromell
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Charterhouse were very pleased to sell an Italian maiolica istoriato pottery charger for a staggering £460,000 plus premium and VAT, despite having a chip.
We visited the client in a Somerset cottage who wanted to downsize and move near to her family. Amazingly, this pottery charger, which dates to 1540, was mounted in a coat hanger wire frame and hung on a wall behind the kitchen door. Having removed the charger from the wall, it was taken back to our salerooms where research started to properly identify the charger. After several months of research, the charger was entered into an auction dedicated to it, such was the importance of this one lot.
Viewing for this Italian charger, which tells the story of King Herod and Salome, was by appointment only, with many dealers, academics and collectors making the journey to our salerooms. On the auction day, there was not much standing room and even our Town Mayor made an appearance. The hammer finally fell at £460,000 to a Bond Street dealer bidding on the telephone.
All of our auctions use live internet bidding platforms to ensure that every lot, whether it is worth £20 or £500,000, reaches the widest possible market and sells for the best price possible. In the run up to an auction we receive 100’s of emails requesting further information for lots in the sale. Attached to these email replies, we regularly send well over 1,000 digital images, such is the huge interest generated in our auctions.
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Home›Agency News›AAAN Election: Babaeko Crafts HOPE as Currency for ADvancing Together
Steve Babaeko needs no introduction when advertising in Nigeria and Africa is the subject. Since his intention to run for the president of the Association of Advertising Agencies in Nigeria (AAAN) broke the internet just about a week ago, the industry has seen some hyper activities as players freely expressed the desire to support the vision of the youngest president (yet to as the time of filing) in the annals of the nearly 50 years association.
The teaser that led the campaign had curiously presented a Steve contesting for the Presidency, of the Federal Republic of Nigeria? Anyway, such was the anxiety and palpitation that greeted the “is this guy crazy” curiosity created within the target populace as they looked forward to seeing what Steve was up to.
The reveal wasn’t disappointing either as stevebabaeko.com – the campaign website methodically dished out the AAAN presidential aspirant’s vision and manifesto among other vital information.
Though, on a solo-run for the presidential slot, Steve leaves no stone unturned, in his campaign efforts. The campaign apart from being heavy on social media and digital-led, one-on-one consultations and cold call interactions play a pivotal role in gaining industry acceptance and support. All these further cements and burnish the overt goodwill the aspirant enjoys as a bridge builder across divides and purpose-driven practitioner and businessman.
As his election to the position of Vice President two years ago, marked a watershed and “up-the-ante” in AAAN electioneering process, the on-going electioneering contest, in the spirit of defeating COVID-19 pandemic, moved the frontline to the digital battlefield with equal diligence and innovation.
One wonders, why the fuss, pressure, and hard work especially as the election is more or less a mission-accomplish for Steve. But hell no! Steve is not given to suffer-fools gladly, he is also a believer in the dictum, “what is worth doing at all is worth doing well”. He does just that putting his mind and soul into his pursuits. That explained why he dedicated so much time and other resources including goodwill towards actualizing the vision of leading the association to its next growth phase.
Working with the now popular and apt theme – “ADvancing together”, Steve explained in his well oiled and coordinated digital campaigns across his social media handles – Facebook, Instagram, and Website among others, the import and meaning of the campaign slogan for all interested parties to see beyond the often amorphous veil.
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As a known fighter, who doggedly and diligently fought his way through for his X3M Ideas to become a member of the association about 8 years ago, members and friends who urged him on in his campaign believe he warehouses so much more fire to “walk the talk” and take the association to the envisioned new heights.
Advancing Together for Steve according to his manifesto means – “We make LAIF better by giving the industry’s local award show more international flair and appeal”; “Empower more Women – by kick-starting the journey towards gender balance in the leadership of AAAN; “Build a world-class Academy” – This is aimed at helping the industry secure its future through the education of newbies and re-education of oldies via a standard advertising academy.
He also plans to “make AAAN more visible” – With this, the new tenure wants to ensure AAAN is more visible to the government and in the lives of fellow practitioners, especially when it comes to protecting industry’s common interests; just as the vision also incorporates fostering unity and healthy competition between all agencies in marketing communications.
These visions and plans are not new altogether! However, most of these have become just mere expressions and elusive to the average practitioner and to the detriment of the industry. Now is the time to take the bull by the horn, “break the glass ceiling, push the envelope” as Babaeko often says. Incidentally, he walks the talks in most of his submissions and the way he runs X3M Ideas and its many spin-offs including agencies located off-shore. These are testaments to the great strides he has recorded over the years.
His rise has been meteoric. Rising from a rookie copywriter at the back-end of operation in MCA to becoming a creative /business director of the fastest-growing agency, 141-Worldwide all within 14 years revealed some uncanny brilliance and unalloyed passion.
Same excitement and enthusiasm he has deployed in gunning his X3M Ideas group to the forefront in creativity, business and client base, and maybe, billings too; he also regularly represents the face of Nigeria Advertising at global Ad meets and events. This maverick status can be extended to and for the good of the industry. Suffice to add that, polls on most loved companies to work in the industry have consistently placed the agency on the front roll. He never failed to give credits.
Giving credit to the fore-fathers of industry and leaders, Steve in one of his campaign messages highlighted the industry’s envious beginning, “In 1973, a group of visionary ad practitioners came together to chart a revolutionary new path for the advertising industry. Through grit and a unity of purpose, the Association of Advertising Practitioners of Nigeria (AAPN) was born”.
Today, 47 years later, spotted the reason “we must be driven by the same old purpose of advancing our interests within and beyond Nigeria’s marketing communications landscape, he said.
“It is my firm belief that we cannot afford to lose hope. We must not lose faith in our industry, in ourselves, nor in our capability to bring the much-desired change for our industry. That is why I present myself to lead the Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria (AAAN) as President”, he declared. Just as he wants this to ring in the hearts of members as the association goes to the poll to berth a new era for the association.
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Brand Protection February 09th, 2010
Brand Protection In A Global Market
Not long ago, brand owners could take comfort in the intrinsic barriers hampering black marketers.
While most large cities have places known by its dwellers to be sources of cheap goods of dubious origin, consumers have to consciously decide to explore these markets in addition to or in lieu of conventional establishments. Canal Street in New York’s Chinatown is a well-known example. The street is lined with densely packed shops offering watches, purses, and other luxury items at prices that are corruptively low. Until relatively recently, these markets did not pose a significant threat to brand owners. The remote locations of these markets created a sufficient bulwark to market entry. As a result, brand owners knowingly conceded that a small percentage of its would-be buyers bought cheap knock-offs instead.
Many brand owners justified their tolerance of these bazaars on the belief that someone shopping for a twenty-dollar Rolex watch is not even a would-be customer. This customer is simply looking for a cheap gimmick or perhaps his or her economic reality precludes any possibility of buying a genuine product for several thousand dollars more. Brand owners were also untroubled because the knock-offs were so obviously inferior to the genuine goods they sought to mimic. While a Gucci purse may have looked just like a Gucci purse from across a dimly lit cocktail lounge, a casual glance in an unobstructed environment could quickly distinguish the two. Because such a terse inspection could expose these products as feeble imitations, brand owners concluded that no real threat existed.
Times have changed. Customers looking for bargains found in the black or gray market now have the ability to virtually browse anywhere there is an Internet connection. Equally vexing for brand owners is the modern difficulty of spotting illegitimate products. Indeed, the obstacles that were once sufficient to relieve concern for brand owners have been removed. The gray and black market economies have enjoyed incredible growth extending their reaches from Canal Street to our laptops.
In 2005, Arnold Schwarzenegger joined his friend and fellow action star Jackie Chan in Hong Kong to promote a campaign against film piracy in China. The 30-second anti-piracy public service announcement featured both actors in leather jackets zooming down a road on motorcycles, dodging exploding cars and other hazards. “When you buy pirated movies and music, you support criminals!” Mr. Chan says. Mr. Schwarzenegger adds, “Let’s terminate it!” Today, many countries are haplessly devoid of the necessary resources and infrastructure to adequately protect intellectual property. Countless articles and books can be found lamenting the lack of international enforcement to protect American innovation. It is worth remembering, however, that America is an ex-pirate itself:
One of the undeniable reasons Charles Dickens had gone to America in 1841, was to work for the acceptance of International Copyright so that his books, among those others to be sure, would no longer be pirated by unscrupulous American publishers. It was a mission in which he entirely, humiliatingly failed, and a copyright agreement between England and the United States was not concluded until 1891.
Assaults on innovation are nothing new. What is novel is how easy mounting these assaults has become. Today, laser printers, scanners, and computer graphics software allow fraudsters with limited budgets and sophistication to mass produce fake labels, trademarks, and other documentation. Other technologies similarly allow for low cost replication of CDs and DVDs. These latter technologies hurt many industries beyond music and film. Software and hardware products (that require software) are similarly duplicated further depriving revenues to the legitimate brand owner.
Technological progress has also made transporting pirated products faster and easier. Advancements in cargo containers, better roll-on and roll-off tools, superior port management, and even modern refrigeration techniques have all played a role in improving worldwide shipping. In addition, companies like UPS, FedEx, and PayPal provide business owners with a litany of tools to make efficient the machine of national and international commerce. From tracking products and confirming delivery to ensuring payment and tracking invoices, the world’s smallest business can now seamlessly participate in the global economy. These tools remove what were once barriers to market entry and create a much more level playing field. Because technological innovation is unbiased, the modern tools of transportation and logistics assist marketers just as they assist brand owners.
In this era of fast and easy duplication, the realities of globalization are forcing companies to have a paradoxical business strategy. While intellectual property is enduring a season of heightened vulnerability, American businesses are essentially forced to share their secrets with outsourced foreign partners to remain viable. Less than honorable partners may over-manufacture genuine goods, manufacture their own copycat goods, or share secret processes to other individuals or companies. The accounts of American businesses getting burned by foreign deceit are endless. And yet, remaining domestic for all operations is rarely a viable option. Brand owners must therefore be willing to go oversees but prudent enough go oversees prepared.
The speed and simplicity in which people communicate, buy, sell, and ship products across oceans and borders have paved the way for a worldwide outburst of infringement. While many brand owners were savvy to take advantage of the benefits modern globalization offered, the attendant harm to brand integrity caught most companies completely flat footed.
Because the bells of globalization and modern technology cannot be un-rung, brand owners must learn to capitalize and cope with the rewards and risks in this new economy. To generalize, American businesses have done a fine job capitalizing on the rewards. Where American companies have fallen short has been with respect to stepping-up efforts to protect their brands and intellectual property. The benefits of global expansion reach far beyond legitimate trade. Illegitimate trade has been equally eager to take advantage of the efficiencies and economies of scale that globalization offers. As a result, threats to brand owners in the form of black or gray market activity have skyrocketed in size and scope since the 1990s. Revenues derived from counterfeiting and piracy have increased by more than 400 percent since the early 1990s. During the same time period, legitimate trade only increased by 50 percent.
There are few, if any, industries immune from attack. From the luxurious to the mundane and the simple to the complex, there is now a global network of illegitimate traders willing to copy or divert genuine products for their own profits’ sake. Given the ease in which these illegitimate products can be bought and sold, it is important that brand owners take preventative action.
Contributed to Branding Strategy Insider by: David Sugden, the managing shareholder of Call & Jensen, specializing in intellectual property litigation. He is the author of Gray Markets: Prevention, Detection, and Litigation (Oxford University Press 2009), which highlights the strategies and theories to protect brand owners from the black and gray marketing of their products.
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The Pajama Game
University of California-Irvine | 2019
Directed by: Don Hill
Music Direction: Lex Leigh
Chorography: Allison Eversol Chasteen
Scenic Design: Brandon PT Davis
Costume Design: Sarah Monaghan F.
Lithing Design: Natori Cumming-Haynes
Sound Design: Ningru Guo
Photography: Nita Mendoza
The Pajama Game is a 1950's musical set in the Sleep-Tite Pajama Factory in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The story concentrates on the labor troubles the workers are experiencing in the pajama factory as they strike for a seven-and-a-half cent raise. During this event, unlikely but profound relationship blossoms between Babe- the feisty firebrand committee head of the strike force, and Sid, the new superintendent. As exciting as their romance becomes, the trials this couple face lie in the different sides they stand on in the union protest. Adler and Ross' Pajama Game explores the complicated balance of love and values.
When working on The Pajama Game we knew that the Choreography was to be showcased and that there were a lot of scenes in the musical. At the time I was in a Production Design class and the instructor has talked about graphic design being common in film. I was inspired by this and was able to simplify the scenes and create compelling signage for the changes in the locale.
© 2010-2020 Brandon PT Davis
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Demurrer, in law, a process whereby a party hypothetically admits as true certain facts alleged by the opposition but asserts that they are not sufficient grounds for relief, or redress. A ruling on a demurrer can result in the quick disposition of a case resting on the point of law challenged in the demurrer.
In criminal law a demurrer is usually based upon some defect in an indictment or the claim that the facts presented do not constitute a felony or other serious crime. In civil cases demurrers also are based often upon some error or omission. A general demurrer attacks the general substance of an indictment or plea; a special demurrer attacks its structure or form or one specific part of it.
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BF Awards 2015 – Best Colourist: Jordie Bellaire
by Tom Murphy
With a dazzling portfolio ranging from licensed properties to edgy creator-owned projects, the work of Jordie Bellaire epitomises the vital contribution colourists can make to a comic.
You probably don’t need me to remind you that Sunday (January 26th) is Colourist Appreciation Day. So, if you’re in the vicinity of one of comics’ premier crayon-jugglers, this is the perfect opportunity to stick a rose between your teeth and burst in with breakfast in bed.
For the rest of us, the best we can do is grab a pile of our favourite floppies and marvel at the contribution made by comics’ chromatic conductors. And no contribution was bigger last year than that of the US-born, Dublin-based Jordie Bellaire – voted Best Colourist in the 2015 Broken Frontier Awards.
Bellaire’s dazzling portfolio in 2015 ranged from licensed properties (The X-Files) and stylish takes on corporate stalwarts (Scarlet Witch, Vision, Magneto) to the wild frontier of creator-owned comics, where, away from the old industrial production-line mentality, creators’ contributions are receiving their full due.
Bellaire’s 2015 was bookended by two projects that highlight why Image Comics was once again voted our publisher of the year. It started with the startling final chapters of Zero, written by Ales Kot and illustrated by a parade of artistic stylists, the challenging and fragmented narrative woven together by Bellaire’s palette, evocative of decay and entropy.
L-R: Pages from Pretty Deadly, The Surface and The Autumnlands
Then, with the holiday season hurtling towards us, we saw the welcome return of Pretty Deadly, Kelly Sue DeConnick and Emma Ríos’s rich and poetic take on the embodiment of death. With the action leaping from the Old West setting of the first arc to the grim trenches of World War One, Bellaire brought an appropriately feverish atmosphere to the horrors of war – both human and supernatural.
Her other work for Image, on a series of well-received books, continued to display her virtuosity. In Injection, written by Warren Ellis and drawn by Declan Shalvey, the red hair of jaded scientist Maria Kilbride leads the reader like a jewelled thread through the bleak, labyrinthine institutions in which she finds herself operating.
Three pages from Injection
In They’re Not Like Us, she employs a much busier, punkier style, matching the frenetic energy of Simon Gane’s art and the book’s theme of teenage rebellion. In The Surface, another book written by Ales Kot, naturalism again goes out the window, giving way to a strangeness that reflects the characters’ approach to the heart of a multi-dimensional mystery. And in the first issue of The Autumnlands, she grounds the anthropomorphic fantasy in earthy tones before a phantasmagorical dance of light heralds the practice of magic.
As 2016 lays out before us, “like a great shoe with its lights on”, one thing is sure: from the continuation of Pretty Deadly and the return of Nowhere Men to a promising new version of Moon Knight by Jeff Lemire and Greg Smallwood, Jordie Bellaire will be adding a welcome bit of colour to our lives.
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— Tom Murphy
A London-based writer and editor, Tom Murphy has been holding comics up to the light to see how they work for decades.
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BF Awards 2015 – Best Artist: JH Williams III
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CIC News > Latest News > Immigrate > National & Regional News > Highly skilled job seekers from India turning to Canada over U.S., study shows Canada's booming tech sector may be part of the reason for rise in job searches from India
Highly skilled job seekers from India turning to Canada over U.S., study shows Canada's booming tech sector may be part of the reason for rise in job searches from India
Published on October 23rd, 2018 at 03:46pm EDT Updated on October 23rd, 2018 at 04:25pm EDT
A rising number of job seekers from India are looking for work opportunities in Canada over the United States, with searches for tech jobs leading the way, a recent study says.
Canada’s share of job searches conducted from India rose from six to 13 per cent between August 2016 and July 2018, says the study by the popular job site, Indeed.
This same period saw the share of searches from India for employment opportunities in the United States drop from 60 to 50 per cent, “with Canada picking up most of the displaced interest.”
“This net 17 percentage point narrowing in relative search popularity was easily the largest swing among the countries we analyzed,” Indeed reports.
The study looked at cross-border job searches from 58 countries over the two-year period, with a particular focus on searches targeting Canada and the U.S.
With business analyst, software developer, web developer, data scientist, Java developer, software engineer and data analyst figuring among the top 10 job searches from India, the report said the rising interest in Canada could “prove a boon to the Canadian tech industry.”
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The study said the rise in searches may be partly due to both “Canada’s booming tech scene” and uncertainty about the U.S. H-1B visa program, which the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has tightened.
Indian citizens are by the far the main beneficiaries of the specialty occupations visas, which many workers in tech and other STEM-related fields rely on to work in the U.S.
Canada, meanwhile, has improved access to temporary work visas for eligible skilled workers through the Global Skills Strategy and its Global Talent Stream program.
Overall, the Indeed study showed Canada’s share of searches rose in 41 of the 58 countries analyzed, and dropped in the other 17.
By and large, Canada wasn’t benefiting at the expense of the United States — searches for U.S. jobs also rose in 25 of the 41 countries where Indeed found an increase in Canadian searches.
In the remaining 16 countries, however, Canada’s share grew while searches to the U.S. declined, with the most dramatic shift occurring in India.
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Singer urges support to protect the world’s most marginalised
Australian singer, songwriter and musician, Gary Pinto is urging thousands of school children, teachers, churches and families across Australia during this challenging time, to stand in solidarity with those most marginalised during Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion.
Gary Pinto performed his custom-made Project Compassion theme song, “Walk with me” at St Mary’s Cathedral College and Catholic school students from across New South Wales. Photo: Caritas Australia.
Each year Caritas Australia holds its annual fundraising and awareness campaign during the six weeks of Lent, to raise money for emergency and long-term development programs that transform lives. Last year thanks to our all our supporters, including thousands of schools and communities across Australia, Caritas reached 1.52 million people directly.
Gary, who before the lockdown has been working on The Voice, has mentored many of Australia’s recording artists. He has also worked as X Factor Australia’s Vocal Director for the past six years, as well as on Dancing with the Stars.
Gary wrote his poignant song “Walk with me” for Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion before COVID-19 became a global crisis. It focusses on walking in solidarity with those most marginalised and celebrating the dignity of every person globally. Click here to watch the song
Gary is also homebound with his family and says music is a powerful tool for changing lives. Families, students and communities are supporting Project Compassion online. There are some great ways for families and communities to fundraise online while at home. Go to lent.caritas.org.au for some great ideas to set up your fundraising page or call 1800 024 413 to donate or set up your page.
The need for support and donations during Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion which takes place over Lent is more urgent than ever.
“I know it feels like an incredibly anxious time for everyone, but I remain joyful and hopeful and I think we can all use our talents and abilities to ‘Go Further, Together and think more outwardly this Lent,” Gary says. “Imagine how marginalised communities are feeling - given that many are without housing, experiencing food and water shortages and a lack of health support like we have in Australia.”
“Now is the time to put our faith in humanity into action. Together we can sing, together we can raise money and together we can walk alongside each other and in doing so be transformed in our own lives.”
Caritas Australia’s CEO, Kirsty Robertson has highlighted that if the virus hits places like the Rohingya refugee camps in Cox’s Bazar in Bangladesh, or conflict-torn communities in the Middle East, the impact will be catastrophic.
“Communites like these have lacked sufficient access to proper sanitary living conditions and medical support, even before the spread of COVID-19,” Ms Robertson said. “The situation for people in these communities is already highly precarious.”
If you are in a position to donate to Caritas Australia, your donation will truly save lives.“
Caritas Australia, the Catholic church’s international aid and development agency and part of one of the largest humanitarian networks in the world. The agency through our international network has already been supporting marginalised communities through its existing humanitarian and long-term development programs, in disaster preparedness and promoting awareness of health and sanitation in this crisis.
Click here to listen to Gary’s podcast with Nehal
To donate to Project Compassion visit Caritas Australia’s website, lent.caritas.org.au or call 1800 024 413.
Gary Pinto is available for interviews upon request.
Caritas media contact: caritasmedia@caritas.org.au/0407536130.
Photo Credit: Daniel Nour, AUSTRALIA
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Evaluating mobile product development strategies
A mobile product launch strategy and technical review merged to help bring about the next-generation of science-based learning
PASCO is the global expert in 21st century science education. But even this global science education innovator needed help in bringing its dynamic science curriculum to smart phones and tablet devices.
While PASCO Scientific is no stranger to innovation, having introduced one first science apps for the iPhone back in 2009, it hadn’t anticipated the implications it would have on its product strategy.
After a concise review of their situation with the existing SPARKvue app, we provided expertise regarding the education audience and informed how best to accommodate user interface differences between mobile devices and computers so that full parity of functionality would be achieved across all devices. Facing the complexity of maintaining parity of features across multiple versions of code and platforms, PASCO scientific requested our expertise to clarify their mobile product strategy.
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All Party Parliamentary Group For Tamils Urges UK Govt To Consider Sanctions Against Sri Lanka
The All Party Parliamentary Group for Tamils (APPG for Tamils) has requested the UK government to consider all actions including sanctions against Sri Lanka, until the Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL) agrees to cooperate with the investigation led by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights on the war crimes allegations.
British Prime Minister David Cameron
The APPG for Tamils in a statement has called upon the UK Government to condemn the GoSL for rejecting the probe led by the OHCHR (OISL) and for refusing to cooperate with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR).
The group’s Chair Lee Scott and Vice Chair Siobhain McDonagh in the statement have remarked that it is completely unacceptable for the GoSL to declare non-participation in the investigation and its continuation to find ways to regularly prolong and avoid the probe, even after the resolution mandating the investigation was passed in March at the 25th UNHRC sessions.
Meanwhile, they had also welcomed the speech by the new UN Human Rights Chief Prince Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein in which he pledged his commitment to the OISL .
The APPG for Tamils has also called for an urgent moratorium on the deportation of Tamil asylum seekers and the potential witnesses to the OISL, pointing out the probe is being conducted outside of Sri Lanka due to lack of access and has urged the UK Government to ensure the safety of very vulnerable war crimes witnesses and rape victims who are already in the UK and under threat of deportation.
Moreover, they have also requested the UK Government to take up the matter of Sri Lanka proscribing organisations and individuals abusing the UN Security Council resolution 1373 and to work with others in the international community to ensure the proscription is rescinded.
“Give the GOSL a clear messaging denouncing their defiance against an inquiry for accountability and justice,” the statement further read.
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Saro / September 15, 2014
Sri Lanka is a member of UN but refuses to be abide by the democratic decision taken on the UN HRC resolution on independent international investigation.
The SL president took oath to uphold the constitution and promised to India and UN that he would implement the terms contained in the 13A and go beyond it but he conspires with the extremists in the government to dilute it further.
He removed the Supreme Court CJ illegally using his UPFA MPs in the PSC and appointed his loyal friend who went to UN to lie and protect his government.
The president let the killers of journalists, aid workers, students, MPs scot free and postpones the implementation of the recommendations of his LLRC and thereby refuses to investigate the paramilitaries accused of crimes of kidnapping, torture and extra-judicial killings.
President’s youngest brother prompt the military occupy the houses belonged to civilians and harass and intimidate them. He also guarantee impunity to the his henchmen, soldiers and BBS thugs who shoot protesters, destroy worshippng places and businesses of minority religions.
eusense / September 15, 2014
saro,
You say, “.. SL refuses to be abide by the democratic decision taken on the UN HRC”
Arm twisting, threatening, granting favors etc. etc. to vote against SL by powerful countries to 3rd world members is called “democratic” you? Wake up Saro!
The SL gov. is responsible for the security of all Sri Lankans. I supported the promise of of 13A at that time. But not any more. Why? The prevailing environment created by Tamil leaders in Sri Lanka and various Tamil diaspora groups all over the world (APPG for Tamils who’s actions reported here) and getting NGOs involved etc. are important and valid signs that no substantial security power should be given to any region in Sri Lanka. The sole power of security and peace should continue in the hands of the central gov. until it is safer to do so.
Thiru / September 15, 2014
eusense,
Don’t you think that taming of the modern day (Buddhist) Ravana must begin soon?
Yes, that needs to be done ASAP
“Arm twisting, threatening, granting favors etc. etc. to vote” in favour of the president in parliament is happening on daily basis. Look at what has been happening to those- journalists, protesters dissidents – who oppose the Rajapakses. Abductions, killing and torture. What happened to the SC CJ, Shirany Bandaranayake, when made a ruling on “divineguma bill” against the wishes of Mahinda Rajapakse, she was impeached using his cronies in the parliament. Can any UPFA MP say anything against the president?
Security of the country and law enforcement are two DIFFERENT things. Security is in the hands of the army which even the TNA, the largest representatives of Tamils agree openly. But the police in Tamil speaking areas must be responsible to the Provincial Councils. Otherwise crimes committed within the provinces cannot be effectly controlled. For example, sands in those N-E provinces are sold by EPDP supporters and who knows what happen to the money they make. The ministers in those provinces cannot stop these sand erosion because the police are friendly to EPDP. Sand belong to the people of those provinces and not to EPDP.
Further, 13A is part of the constitution which the president undertook to uphold at the oath taking ceremony. Land and police powers are contained in the Provincial List (List 1). The president cannot pick and choose the part of the country’s law to enforce and implement. He must be impartial and neutral.
Did I say those corruptive activities don’t happen with this regime?
Abductions, killings and all other things that you list also needs to be stopped. But who can stop them? Only Sri Lankan voters! I hope that will happen at the next election. But Sri Lanka does not need any help from any of these terrorist and separatist Tamil diaspora like this “APPG for Tamils” and even TNA for that matter.
You appear to be insane to say “Security of the country and law enforcement are two DIFFERENT things.”. Both needs to be under the Central gov. specially after 30 years of terrorism carried out by the LTTE linked to the TNA. What happens if the LTTE terror group reemerge and the central gov. needs the local police to investigate and provide intelligence for “security” actions, but the Police under the Tamil PCs refuses to do so or furnish fake intelligence? This type of consequence are the reason why I do not support any type of power devolving to the PCs until the SL gov. has complete trust of Tamil politicians and people of the N&E. Anti SL activities of “AAPG for tamils” is a good example for being extra cautious on these issues.
The first step towards building trust is already begun, the Army and the Police has started recruiting Tamils. Some Tamil sections have even harmed families of these recruits showing resentment towards the Army/gov. Under these conditions you think the gov. can trust and hand over security to the N&E?
You talk about the 13A. First you need to look at the circumstances that led to its creation. It was under pressure from India and the west and also under desperate conditions with no indications of the gov. winning the Terror war. The west repeatedly advised SL that there is no way they can win this war too. Then the circumstances changed, SL was able to get help from several other countries in tactics, funds, and ammunition. If SL was at this mode it wouldn’t have created any amendments under any type of pressure. As the conditions have changed now it is perfectly OK to reverse course and abolish this amendment anytime it wants. I am surprised that MR has not done it so far, if it was me I would have done it by now.
Mm, you want 100% of what ethnic majority dictates and none of what religious and ethnic minorities wish – no compromise at all. In many families the head dictates and unwilling to compromise or listen to the wives and force separation. Unreasonable head leave no room for a united married life. that is also true for any relationship and countries with multi-culture/ lingual. This country is too small to be separated.
Nelson Mandela requested and got sanctions by the west against white regime in South Africa and forced negotiations and a compromised solution.
Kosovo was separated by UN from Serbia against the wishes of the latter.
The present SL regime encouraged BBS to attack Muslims and their businesses, Mosques and churches and temples and and got the wrath of Muslim world against the government.
13A is controlled by the governor and a white elephant. But, it resulted from Indo-Lanka Accord. Katchitivu was also given to Sri Lanka under a similar agreement. You know why the president has not not abandoned 13A.
SL military destroyed LTTE mainly with the help of US’s satellite surveillance.
Armed shipments of anti-aircraft missiles of LTTE were destroyed in international waters. LTTE was proscribed and their money collection was crippled in the west. US and EU said to LTTE to give up terrorism and compromise for a power sharing arrangement within united SL. If the ethnic majority does not want to compromise but persecute with the iron-fist military what will US and the west tell when another group(s) take up arms next time against the government. That is why they are trying to force the government to accommodate the minorities.
Tamil from the north / September 18, 2014
@Eusense, bugger you amaze me every time you write something. You are one crack-head along with SA sumanasekera, David Blacker, Fuckushima and a few others who belong in a special ward in a mental hospital.
jansee / September 15, 2014
eusense:
What the SL Tamil leaders and the diaspora Tamils are doing is the result of years and years of oppression and discrimination. Worse, all SL leaders displayed their arrogance and recalcitrant attitude in dismissing even Tamil moderate leaders. And who is asking any favour of support from you on the 13A? After beating around the bush under the pretext of devolution talks, the regime just walked away. Only goons like you will believe this regime, not the Tamils. Even during the recent riots caused by goons robed as Buddhist monks against Muslims and minorities, the police supported these goons instead of applying the law of the land. How more stupid can one be to even suggest that the Tamils should believe in a Sinhala police force defending the Tamils, when even recent incidents have clearly demonstrated a partisan police force. Finally, the great Dutugemunu has spoken: he is willing to implement the 13A to the constitution minus the police powers. You talk of how the Tamils behave to erode your confidence but pray tell me what your kith and kin including the regime had done to win the trust and confidence of Tamils? R Sampanthan was right in dismissing the PSC as a charade fit for clowns in a circus and that is exactly what it has turned out to be. The last time the TNA took part in the talks with faith in what MR promised but everyone knows the Tamils were taken for a ride and hence Sampanthan has now insisted the presence of an international observer to ensure MR honours his commitments. As a personal gesture, I would be pleased if MR sends you to assist the UNHRC ambassador.
So, for the so called years of “oppression and discrimination” you unleashed 30 years of suicide terror on all Sri Lankans. That did not work. Now you are saying “What the SL Tamil leaders and the diaspora Tamils are doing is the result of years and years of oppression and discrimination”. What else do you have under your sleeve? Keep doing the same until generations of Tamils and you are dead and gone?
Your aggressive stance may be the problem, have you ever given a thought to that? Every minority in every country has issues. Why don’t they resort to suicide bombings and inflicting violence on innocent civilians? most countries have more than 20% minority populations. Look at the Blacks in the US. They couldn’t even vote until a few decades ago. No right for an education, owning land and even sitting along side a white man. How do you think they won all these rights they have today without a single bullet fired?
13A appears to be dead at birth. No one can dictate a country how to be governed other than the majority voters. Without the support of the majority voters you can’t win your so called “rights” what ever they are. So, try to win the trust of all Sri Lankans first.
manisekaran / September 17, 2014
Typical moda thought of an majority.
Reminder- 5: How many criminals who perpatrated violance in 1983 balck july was punished?
Please once again disappear in thin air now and come back in different posts asking what rights Tamils dont enjoy that Sinhalese enjoy.
Do you have answers? why don’t you post it?
Amarasiri / September 15, 2014
It should be sanctions against All sri Lankans Lying Officials from the President Down.
Why should the people suffer for the criminals?
Amarasiri
“Why should the people suffer for the criminals?” You ask:
Because they keep electing criminals to rule the country.
To change this people’s attitude they must suffer the consequences.
Do you get it?
Ben Hurling / September 15, 2014
Thiru,
Right. That’s what Israel practices in Palestine. To avenge a dubious kidnapping of 3 Israeli teenagers, Netanyahu killed 3000 Palestianians, Wounded aother 10 000. Collective punsihment for electing Hamas.
Support for LTTE came from Tamils. So, I guess GOSL onlaught was also jusitifeid. For propping up LTTE monkeys.
According to your own dumb theory Tamils must suffer the consequences.
Cameron should build his moral authority first. By imposing crippling sanctions against Netanyahu & Israel first. Far bigger war criminals are found over there.
Guess what? On the contrary, Cameron is willing to do anything to stop the UN from moving against Israel.
After Cameron’s HR stunt in Colombo during the Commonwealth summit, he flew off to Dubai, UAE. To lobby for UK weapons exports to Arab dictators.
I invite hypocritical monkeys of All Party Parliamentary Group for Tamils in the UK to consider flying a kite over Houses of Parliament in London.
Ben Hurling,
Yes, Israel must be humane towards Palestinians and the UN must implement all the UN resolutions passed by UN HRC and UN SC. That should not be an excuse for letting other countries that violate human rights and international laws off the hook.
Enforced starvation of civilians and killing them, shooting of surrenders, raping, killing the captives and journalists and holding humans as shields are surely war crimes. Any country or group is alleged to have committed them must be investigated and justice done to the victims. If confessions are made amnesty can be considered. Otherwise more crimes are committed by the perpetrators.
Unfortunately UN has become a political establishment. Every resolution must be voted in or out on the basis of its merit and not on friendly relationship of the country concerned with the members of UN or UN bodies such as HRC or SC. Veto yielding super powers have their proxies to support at any cost. US, UK and France support Israel and Russia and China other 3rd world countries. The result is humanity suffers and the weak persecuted.
US EU and others are members of UN but refuses to be abide by the democratic decision taken on the UN HRC resolution on independent international investigations in Iraq, Syria, Libya and other places.
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Know All / September 16, 2014
Let’s talk of 13A. SL signed it under duress exerted by India, it was not a one sided thing and required on India’s part to disarm the armed Tamil groups including the LTTE. This it failed to do. Conditions today are vastly different to what they were in 1987. Also not having been implemented for so long, 13A is a dead letter, dead, dead, dead. All that remains to do is to give it a decent burial.
Ram / September 16, 2014
” but refuses to be abide by the democratic decision taken “
Now look who is complaining about Sri Lanka not democracy seriously. If democracy is supreme in Sri Lanka, then we would not be spending so much time trying to mollify a minority of malcontents..
Tamodaya / September 15, 2014
All Party Parliamentary Group Against Tamils in SL urges SL government to impose sanctions on Tamil businesses in SL, particularly in Colombo.
Siva Sankaran Sarma / September 16, 2014
Of course, We Thamizh should be first in line to reap the fruits of our labours :D
Native Vedda / September 16, 2014
Siva Sankaran Sarma Menon
Beautifully put.
@Tamodaya, my reply to your comment – hahahahahaha.
Please keep us entertained with jokes, which are cooked up in that pea sized brain of yours.
BBS Rep / September 15, 2014
I commend the efforts of APPG to keep the pressure on GOSL.
However I am quite cynical that anything will eventuate.
Israel has consistently refused to corporate with any of the UN resolutions. Any UN resolution is deliverable only if it suits the US or Israel. In the case of Sri Lanka, to an extent it will be protected by the Israelis who are currently working covertly on all security issues of Sri Lanka. That is why MaRa keeps laughing about the UNHRC resolutions.
Leon / September 15, 2014
The British Govt must seriously consider imposing sanctions against Sri Lanka, or least place travel restrictions on the Rajapakse family, if they do not abide by the mandate given by the Human Rights Council, which is an arm of the United Nations, to carry out an investigation of atrocities committed by the Govt as well,as the Tigers.
Sri Lanka being a member of the United Nations, must abide by its rulings.
Can you name any country that abided by UN directive?
Abhaya, Banda, mechanic, David Blacker, Thondamanar, wathie, theresa, Tamo, Ella, OTC, sarogini, Sumane, …………………
can and will vouch for Sri Lanka.
Vedda,
I don’t know what makes you so unintelligent, but it really works!
It takes one to know one. Here I am being generous to you.
Anpu / September 15, 2014
Buddhist should set an example.
Lapatiya / September 15, 2014
“Buddhist should set an example”
You may be referring to Nanasara Nikaye Madamulana Rajapaksha Chapter Buddhists. They are not Buddhists my friend. They are Saffron Robed Thugs practicing Rajapaksksa kind Buddhism under Grease Piya.
Spring Koha / September 15, 2014
Sri Lanka IS indeed a member of the UN, and the GOSL comes to high table, often in a pique, doesn’t say grace, throws food at those who protest at their behaviour and ends up sitting in the naughty corner with the likes of Israel.
Those currently charged with representing the GOSL at International fora are inexperienced, lightweight and often identified by the nepotic baggage they carry on behalf of the Rajapaksa regime. They undo the good work of the VERY FEW capable participants acting to save what is left of Sri Lanka’s once good name.
While the GOSL dithers, the Tamil Diaspora will continue to keep up the pressure, learning all the time, and getting better.
If the GOSL and the Rajapakse regime thinks that ignoring our problems will make them disappear, THINK AGAIN!
Kettikaran / September 16, 2014
Adding to Spring Koha’s thoughts, do the Rajapakses have the savvy to know they are in the ruling positions in the most dangerous threshold the country has ever been subject to. It was not 1956, 1987 or 2009 that brought us close to disintegration – but NOW. Tamils have had enough of unjust and inhuman crimes against them. The denial to give them their rights characterised by popular vote in the last NPC elections may be the final straw.
Now their lands and properties are being stolen in front of them and they are told “we are going to place that number of Sinhalese in Tamil areas to make you minorities in your own land. There is nothing you can do to stop this” Already the number of MPs in Jaffna are reduced almost by 20% The time is coming soon when the Tamil Nation may be justified to say “We have nothing more to lose. It is our freedom or death” If this is allowed to come to that, the South will not remain the same. Mahinda Rajapakse and his semi-literate brothers will go down in history as those who destroyed the Sinhala race. Ven. Sobita Thera will have to add a further new Chapter to his Addendum to the Mahawansa – now by Sinhala authors.
Kettikaran
justice / September 15, 2014
The government refuses to fully implement even its own LLRC report.
The older Buddhist Commission report appears to influence this,as stated by Dayan Jayatilleke, former ambassador to the UNHRC.
http://www.thesundayleader.lk/2014/05/25/losing-the-peace-why-the-llrc-report-is-not-implemented/
Senthil / September 15, 2014
Most of the singhalese are good people.I thing the bad comments here may be from people connected to government intelegence to create an environment like most of the singhalese are against to tamils, which is not true.This country belongs to singhalese and tamils but one has to be minority, both can not be majority. Birth rate is concerned most of the singhalese and tamil families have average 2 kids. Having many kids is not fair on others because they consume more resource which is very limited.
Excellent comment Spring Koha. Thanks a lot.
Nepotism, corruption, favourtism & criminality of this regime are a God’s Gift to LTTE Die-ass-pora.
Waiting in the wings patiently to attack diplomatically and otherwise the day Sri Lanka collapses.
Jim softy / September 15, 2014
THIS IS THE REALITY;
The United Nations (UN) has stressed that there are strong links and contacts between the armed terrorist organizations in Syria and the Zionist entity.
The UN remarks came in a report by its Secretary General on the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) during the period from May 29th to September 3rd 2014.
The report said that members of the so-called “armed opposition” transported 47 of its wounded members through “the ceasefire line” and handed them to the “Israeli army”, indicating that the “Israeli army” handed 43 of the wounded who were treated at the Israeli hospitals to the armed terrorist organizations.
The report talked about the attack of the terrorist organizations including Jabhat al-Nusra against the positions of the UNDOF personnel and how they seized a number of their vehicles and equipment and how they used the UN uniform.
It added that the UNDOF Commander was in constant and regular contact with the Syrian Arab army in the area as the army provided all types of support to guarantee the evacuation of the UNDOF personnel.
The report affirms what Syria has always mentioned about the close relations between the armed terrorist organizations and the Israeli occupation authorities which shows how much the Israeli occupation is participating in the sinister conspiracy hatched against Syria.
The cooperation between the terrorist organization of Jabhat al-Nusra which has been designated as a terrorist group by the UN and the Israeli occupation authorities shows that Israel supports a terrorist organization which requires a response from the international community.
Fathima Fukushima / September 16, 2014
Pigs will fly if UK government listens to these stateless fools.
UK will be begging SL to join its anti-Muslim campaign in Iraq and Syria.
Dr Romesh Senewiratne-Alagaratnam / September 16, 2014
The All Party Parliamentary Group for Tamils (APPGT) was urging Cameron to boycott the CHOGM a few months ago. Doesn’t look like they are taken terribly seriously, even by the jaundiced British government. This is the “genocide, Genocide, GENOCIDE!” lobby group’s work. Their Facebook page doesn’t look very active, but they’ve got a link to the Channel 4 “documentary” as one of their few postings.
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Home LifeAuto Reviews & News The 2019 Genesis G70 Sport AWD: You’ll drive it so hard, you may need to repent
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The 2019 Genesis G70 Sport AWD: You’ll drive it so hard, you may need to repent
by Duane Pemberton Jul 30, 2019
written by Duane Pemberton Jul 30, 2019
SEATTLE — To say that the 2019 Genesis G70 Sport AWD is an incredible value in today’s climate of sport-sedans would be to understate things. Hyundai has done an incredible job of bringing the Genesis brand to market a few years ago — it has excelled at its execution. There’s no doubt that the entire line-up of Genesis cars can go toe-to-toe with any of its competitors. However, the G70 is easily this auto editor’s favorite.
It’s been said: “The G70 is the car that Lexus should have made”. After spending a week driving it like I stole it in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, I concur.
Starting with the styling, there’s no doubt to the hints of German and some Japaneses undertones. The grill is a bit “Audi-like” and certain body contours also give a German nod. However, the back-end, while uniquely Genesis, hints to Japan. Speaking of the grill, it’s unclear why Genesis implemented a rather cheesy-looking part of it where the sensor are at. While they did try and blend it in, it’s quite obvious and once you see it, you can’t unsee it. That misfortune aside, the G70 is a winner and here’s why.
3.3 Liter V6, Twin Turbo
Using the same powertrain found in the formidable KIA Stinger, the 3.3-liter V6 has twin turbochargers on it and is good for a whopping 365 horsepower and 376lb-ft of torque. Given that the G70 is about 500lbs lighter than the Stinger, it certainly feels a bit quicker. You’ll find 0-60 times in the mid-four second time frame. While the EPA gives a generous economy rating of 18 around town and up to 25 on the highway. However, if you drive it like we did, you’ll be lucky to get that much. Note to self; don’t keep the turbo’s spooled up, most of the time.
Interior quality:
Stepping inside, one would think they’re getting into a luxury German auto and that’s what Genesis is going for. There are definitely design cues here from their designers, some of whom were poached from the German automakers. From the build quality of the materials used to the heated/cooled seats that tighten the side bolsters when you go into sport mode, it’s a first class cabin. Nothing here looks or feels cheap, except the navigation system.
For reasons that are baffling, Genesis literally slapped a navigation and menu system right out of its Hyundai counterparts. While it is very functional and includes Apple Carplay and Android Auto, it doesn’t look like it belongs to a car with a Genesis moniker.
Sound quality is superb but still quite a bit lacking to the JBL/Mark Levinson system in the latest Lexus models. Solid bass response along with excellent frequency response, makes those long road trips of car karaoke, a blast.
Front seats are extremely comfortable while being very supportive as well. Rear leg-room is, well, a bit on the cramped side. The G70 is a compact sedan, after all, so no real surprises here. Depending on the height of the front occupants, there can be ample leg room for adult passengers, but don’t expect any miracles. Once inside, the comfort and quietness of everything is very upscale.
On the road:
Getting down to the brass tax of the G70 Sport AWD is the driving. The way it makes one feel while behind the wheel. Suffice to say, it’s easily one of the best driver’s cars out there. Even though it’s all-wheel-drive, it retains a heavy rear-wheel bias which you can really feel around hard corners and hitting the accelerator. As far as exhaust noise goes, it’s electronically enhanced inside. While cheesy as all get out, so many luxury automakers are adopting that now, rather than actually engineering the exhaust to sound a certain way.
Rear seats of the 2019 Genesis G70 Sport
Not only is it quick in a straight line, the car practically begs you to push it hard around corners. There’s such a flat corning feeling to the car and the stock Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires stick to the road so well, that you can’t help but surrender to its siren-like calling. Stopping is no chore either, thanks to the overkill Brembo braking system. Brake fade doesn’t exist in this realm and the great-looking red-painted calipers are a nice touch as well.
With so many positives and so few drawbacks, there’s really no reason to not test drive a G70 Sport AWD at your nearest, select Hyundai dealership. Sadly, there aren’t any Genesis dealers at this time, so you’ll have to call around and find the nearest Hyundai dealership to get behind the wheel of a G70 Sport AWD.
Our test model was priced at just over $52,000, including destination charge. Given its performance, overall build-quality and best-in-class 10 year warranty, it’s beyond difficult to put this car at the top of the heap of any sedan we’ve ever tested. It’s that good.
For more info, check out: www.genesis.com
Duane Pemberton
Duane Pemberton is a lifestyle writer and CDNs Auto Editor. Pemberton loves anything that helps bring people together which is why he writes about food, wine, cars, and travel.
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Sutton, 46, continues to speak with country stars and other Nashville newsmakers in her "Connected with Kelly" series — just like she did for WSMV's midday show
Brad Schmitt
Former Channel 4 midday show host Kelly Sutton has launched a weekly YouTube interview series.
The series, "Connected with Kelly," is made up of interviews with country stars and other Nashville newsmakers. Sutton, 46, said she hopes to find a partner to take the series to a bigger media platform.
Sutton, 46, got laid off in September as WSMV midday show host, one of more than 100 people who lost their jobs nationwide as part of cost cutting measures from Meredith Corp., Channel 4's owner. Longtime weekend anchor and reporter Alan Frio also lost his job in that wave of layoffs.
Carrie Underwood has garnered the most views for Sutton's new YouTube series.
But Sutton also had a powerful episode when she spoke with two people who lived on Second Avenue North during the Christmas morning downtown explosion.
"What makes Nashville magical and musical? It’s the people, the connections, the friendships," Sutton said, "and we're going deeper with all these people."
Sutton also is the co-host of podcast Nashville Restaurant Radio, created and hosted by local restaurant veteran Brandon Styll.
Reach Brad Schmitt at brad@tennessean.com or 615-259-8384 or on Twitter @bradschmitt.
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The high cost of living and the difficulty it’s causing Winnipeg youth is a problem candidates have many ideas on how to fix, but few concrete plans.
Mayoral hopefuls Brian Bowman, Michel Fillion, Paula Havixbeck, Robert-Falcon Ouellette, David Sanders and Judy Wasylycia-Leis attended the Winnipeg Foundation’s Youth Vital Signs Mayoral Forum on Thursday night to discuss issues and concerns affecting Winnipeg’s students and young adults. Gord Steeves was absent.
“The dissonance between the circumstances that my generation grew up in, and how different they are for our students and youth…I’m trying to understand that in context,” said Leslie Weir, Director of Family Philanthropy at The Winnipeg Foundation. “I’m interested in the perspective of the research that the foundation itself has done, and giving youth the voice that sometimes they probably feel aren’t being heard.”
About 200 people attended the YVS Mayoral Forum.
One of the concerns highlighted in the Youth Vital Signs report is high cost of living in relation to Winnipeg youth being able to achieve independence.
“When we increase taxes at a faster rate than people’s wages go up, we squeeze them out of their homes,” Havixbeck said, “I will continue to lobby to the Provincial government to put a cap on some of the rental rate increases…but one of the biggest things we can do at city hall is create opportunities for home ownership.”
Havixbeck also condemned the city for having no infill strategy in place for inner city areas, stating it should be a top priority.
Ouellette acknowledged the drastic change of the housing market verses the changes in wage.
“I remember when I first bought my house when I was 23-years-old, I bought it for $80,000 and today that house is worth $250,000. My wages were about $43,000 a year as a corporal in the military and today that wage would be around $51,000,” said Ouellette. “The wages haven’t kept up pace with the cost of housing.”
Bowman and Sanders both discussed the insufficient incomes affecting Winnipeg’s youth as well as other demographics in the city. Sanders was disturbed by the amount of Winnipeggers who live in poverty even though they are employed, while Bowman said that we need to create higher paying jobs and promote economic growth.
“The working poor, they are working two or three jobs just to make ends meet.
That is not acceptable in our society,” Bowman said.
Brian Bowman speaks to reporters after the YVS Mayoral Forum.
All photos by James Turner
Click here to see the series of CNC articles by Red River College Creative Communications students who covered the Youth Vital Signs Mayoral Forum.
Categories: Downtown, Economy & Business, Health & Safety, PoliticsBy Erin DeBooy October 17, 2014
Author: Erin DeBooy
Erin DeBooy is a Creative Communications student at Red River College. She recently graduated from the University of Winnipeg with a bachelor of arts. DeBooy was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
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Of the 1,195 crewmen aboard the USS Indianapolis which sank due to a torpedo attack, only 300 survived.[1]
1 Sinking of the USS Indianapolis and shark attacks
2 Testimony of Edgar Harrell a survivor of the USS Indianapolis
2.1 Video of Edgar Harrell, USS Indianapolis Survivor
3 USS Indianapolis National Memorial
Sinking of the USS Indianapolis and shark attacks
The USS Indianapolis is considered to be the worst case of shark attacks in history.[2] Most of the shark-related causalities came from oceanic whitetips which are one of the most aggressive types of sharks.[3]
The sinking of the USS Indianapolis is considered to be the worst case of shark attacks in history.[4] Most of the shark-related causalities came from oceanic whitetips which are one of the most aggressive types of sharks.[5]
Testimony of Edgar Harrell a survivor of the USS Indianapolis
Sermon Central gives the following excerpt of a sermon:
“ NO ATHEISTS IN THE WATER
David Harrell wrote a book telling the story of his father, Edgar Harrell. Edgar was one of the 300 survivors of the sinking of the USS Indianapolis, the last US ship sunk by enemy contact in WW2. 600 of the 900 men who survived the ship's sinking were stranded in the water for five days - many with only a life vest - all facing thirst, hunger, injuries, dehydration and sharks. They all came face to face with fear and their own mortality.
Edgar testifies of those days alone in the ocean, 'Clearly there were no atheists in the water that day. Gone was that damnable attitude of pride that deceives men into thinking that there is no God...'[6]
Video of Edgar Harrell, USS Indianapolis Survivor
Edgar Harrell, USS Indianapolis Survivor - video
USS Indianapolis National Memorial
↑ Neuman, Scott. "Navy Admits To 70-Year Crew List Error In USS Indianapolis Disaster", NPR.org, 23 March 2018. (en)
↑ The Worst Shark Attack in History, Smithsonian website
↑ [No Atheists In The Water], Sermon Central
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EY announces winners of the Better Begins With You programme
06 February 2020 Consultancy.uk
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Global accounting and consulting giant EY has announced the winners of its inaugural Better Begins With You programme. The awards celebrated the work of Cedric Teyssen, Ruben Schoenmaekers, Adrienn Demeter, Timothy Higgins, EY’s Innovation team in Canada and a group of EY professionals who helped the Puerto Rican Government to make its budget more transparent.
Business cannot afford to ignore purpose-led consumption anymore, as the majority of consumers now expect companies to take a stand on current and broadly relevant issues such as sustainability, transparency and fair employment practices. A 2018 study from Accenture found that the direct impact on future revenue by trust events already conservatively stands at $180 billion across 7,000 companies analysed, or an approximate loss of $4 billion for a $30 billion company, illustrating the risks companies run should they fail to make progress on this front.
The consulting industry is no different than any other in this regard, and so the trend toward customers demanding more from their brands has led to consulting firms launching a range of ‘purpose driven’ initiatives in recent years. This means going above and beyond the usual acts of fundraising all CSR campaigns have historically leant upon, while backing up more wide-reaching campaigns. Two years ago this saw some of the industry’s largest figures help launch a continuing global ocean-cleaning effort, while BearingPoint celebrated its 10th anniversary by signing the UN Global Compact in 2019.
The advisory and auditing world’s largest companies – the Big Four of Deloitte, EY, PwC and KPMG – are having to make a particularly concerted effort in this regard. Following a number of accounting scandals like Carillion being linked to the quartet, as well as the Panama Papers having revealed their role in helping clients shift wealth to tax havens which foster damaging environmental policies – the firms are each having to take major steps to restore their reputations among clients.
In the case of EY, this has seen the launch of the company’s new ‘Better Begins With You’ (BBWY) award programme. The global initiative has been launched by EY in order to celebrate individuals at the firm who have gone the extra mile to help battle climate change, helped build stronger local communities, pursued innovation to solve some of the world’s pressing problems, or strengthened high performing teams at the company. The global winners share a $1 million prize fund to invest and further develop the initiatives which they have helped develop – encouraging more individuals to try and emulate them in the future.
EY has announced the inaugural winners of the BBWY programme’s four categories at a ceremony in Singapore in late 2019. The event was attended by around 50 global finalists and leadership members from across EY, and the daytime celebration included engaging speakers, tours of the city’s landmarks and iconic cuisine before an evening gala dinner saw the winners announced.
In the category for driving exceptional client service, the Belgium-based duo of Senior Consultant Cedric Teyssen and Lawyer Ruben Schoenmaekers were commended for going beyond their everyday responsibilities to connect with entrepreneurs. The pair ran a series of friendly, informal and free-of-charge sessions, where founders could consult them both over their most pressing business questions.
Meanwhile, the prize for strengthening communities saw Australia-based FSO Senior Consultant Adrienn Demeter and UK-based FSO Consultant Timothy Higgins lauded for working with Shining Hope for Communities, a non-profit organisation in Kenya providing a diversity of services, including access to water, health care, education, community advocacy and occupational training. They used their own personal time to provide strategic and technical experience to help the organisation conduct data analytics to uncover valuable insights into their work.
The award for pursuing innovation went to the whole EY Innovation team in Canada, after it collaborated with Canadian Blood Services (CBS) to examine its processes to find new opportunities to drive efficiencies and better serve donors and partners. The team utilised a blockchain solution to improve transparency, driving potential improvements in efficiency and cost savings, as well as better outcomes for patients.
Finally, the prize for exemplifying the highest performing teams went to a multidisciplinary team of EY professionals which worked through myriad challenges to help rebuilding efforts in Puerto Rico, which has recently been hit by various natural disasters. The team successfully transformed the Puerto Rican Government’s annual budget process to instil greater transparency and controls than ever before.
Trent Henry, EY Global Vice Chair – Talent, said of the winners, “Each and every one of our BBWY global winners represent the very best of who we are at EY, by bringing our purpose of building a better working world to life. The program celebrates EY people for their exceptional achievements, and it also tells a story about the incredible impact the work of EY people has on the world around them. A huge congratulations to all the global winners, and the finalists too.”
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Nuneaton Town youngster has his say after Boro win
Nine-year-old goes in front of the camera to give his opinion on victory over Darlington
Chris Philpotts
Nine-year-old Nuneaton Town fan Joshua Pilling could not hide his delight last weekend after the Boro beat Darlington 2-1 in the Vanarama National League North.
The Bablake schoolboy penned, and then recorded, his own match report on the win, including quotes from assistant manager Jon Ashton and Academy boss Liam O'Neill.
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For his dad, Stepehen, it was something that is not that unusual to see.
He said: "Joshua just loves his football and he loves the stats behind it.
"He is always researching on Wikipedia and there is not one fact about a team he cannot tell you. It is great to see.
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"We are trying to encourage that and after speaking to his school we thought we would get him to do a match report. He was up for it and he went and spoke to the players and coaches, he wrote about what happened and then he recorded it the next day.
"What you see on the video is the first take of him doing it. I was so proud of him, I think it was a brilliant thing to do."
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Stephen explained: "We are from Coventry and we originally came to a Boro match as Josh was a mascot against Coventry for Nuneaton.
"We were treated so well on the day, Dave Sharpe was brilliant with us, he is another main reason the match report was done like that, he is a friend of ours now. The whole club was just amazing.
"We had no doubts that we would come back and that is what we have done. We don't regret it as Tommy Wright always comes and has a chat, the feel of the club is really brilliant. All the players have time for a chat and for Joshua that is something he really enjoys."
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About seven homeless folks are still utilizing the Fuller Lake Arena parking lot tenting site. (Photo by Don Bodger)
Extension given for Cowichan region homeless tenting sites
Meeting with BC Housing to determine the next step
Don Bodger
The June 30 deadline for the dismantling of five temporary homeless tenting sites in the Cowichan region has come and gone, but they remain in place.
“We’ve negotiated a two-week extension with BC Housing,” said John Horn, co-chair of the COVID-19 Vulnerable Population Cowichan Task Force.
A meeting was going to be scheduled next week, he added, to determine what the options are for continuing to run the sites. No clear plan had been formulated about the transition to other housing for the homeless currently being accommodated before the day they were supposed to vacate.
“People need a little more notice than what you’re giving us,” Horn indicated.
The sites are located at the Fuller Lake Arena parking lot in Chemainus, Buller Street in Ladysmith and three in Duncan on St. Julien Street, Government Street and behind the Cowichan Community Centre.
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One occupant at each of the Fuller Lake and Government Street locations has died since the May 20 start-ups.
The Fuller Lake site was down to five persons staying there at one point, but was back up to seven in the last week.
“It seems pretty quiet to me,” Horn reported.
In the Duncan area, “the merchants and the residents are commenting it’s a lot quieter – where did all the people go?” he added.
Horns claims the homeless having a place to “hang out” has prevented them from camping on the doorsteps of businesses, churches and other establishments.
It remains to be seen what will be decided for extending the homeless sites and what it will take to do that monetarily.
Evaluations will be done with neighbours to find out what it’s been like for them. Horn feels having security and a bit of structure has been beneficial for those being provided with the temporary housing.
“If you don’t have these (rules) in place, people make up their own,” he indicated.
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Known as "the herb of the sun", Marigolds symbolize passion and creativity. The common name in English, "marigold", is derived from "Mary's gold", as they were thought to be the flowers of Virgin Mary. It's brilliant color and scent led to some interesting views of this bloom. In the 15th century, superstitions caused people to suppose that it could remove ‘wicked humours’ from the head. In the following century, gardeners often presumed them to be poisonous. By the time of the Civil War, American doctors had found the plant offered antiseptic properties and packed open wounds with its leaves.
Native to the Mediterranean, the Marigold has spread throught the world as a lovely garden plant. Two varieties are most commonplace now; the calendula and tagetes. The calendula has numerous medicinal uses! It is anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial, and anti-fungal. You can find it used in lotions and ointments it is helpful for eczema, bug bites, and even sunburns. It is also used as a more frugal substitute for saffron in dishes. The tagetes variety is inedible and some are toxic, so before you drop a bloom in your dish, be sure it's a calendula variety!
More Flower Meanings
Amaryllis flower
These flowers have been symbolic of a hard won success, particularly in artistic endeavors. Giving an artist a bunch of amaryllis flowers is said to encourage both their creative muse and their achievements and strength in the arts.
The September birth flower. This fall-blooming herb with daisy-like flowers stands for Wisdom, Faith, and Valor. Named after the Greek word for "Star" due to it's blooms reselmbing a star, Asters symbolize love, wisdom, faith, and color. The Aster flower blooms in pink, red, white, lilac and mauve.
This flower became a symbol of love when in Greek mythology it was placed on the altars for the gods. So now, when you send a bouquet featuring this vibrant bloom, the message of "Take Care Of Yourself For Me" is implied. It conveys deep emotional love and affection for someone.This flower has also been known as Michaelmas Daisy, starwort and frost flowers and was at one time thought to of as a love charm.
Although it was used in ancient times for medicinal purposes, they can cause dermatits in humans and upset stomach if ingested by pets.
Take care of yourself for me. Fragile passion. In China, they represent womanhood and temperance. The English comes from the Greek term azaleas, meaning “dry." They are a member of the rhododendron family.
Good luck. Native to Turkey, not Ireland as the name would suggest, Bells of Ireland are a symbol or wish of good luck to the recipient. However they are used in traditional weddings or special ceremonies in Ireland. Because of their shape they’re also known as Shell Flowers.
Endurance.
Camellia flower
The delicate camellia flower lends its feature to its symbolism: passion, perfection, desire, and polish. The also symbolize the longing to be with the beloved. Giving camellia flowers to your beloved is a good call.
Carnation (general)
Fascination. Love. Distinction. In history, pink carnations are said to have appeared below the Virgin Mary's tears as Jesus carried the cross, establishing pink as a symbol of a mother's love. Leonardo da Vinci further solidified the connection with his 1475 painting "The Madonna with the Carnation."
Carnations appear in different colors and each conveys a different meaning, much like roses. A pink carnation means affection, while a red carnation means ‘I love you.’ Striped carnations means regret that a love is not shared, while white carnations mean pure love, and yellow means rejection or disappointment.
If you prefer edible flowers, you won't be disappointed or reject this bloom! They are a popular choice of cake decorators, and are used in the making of the French liquor Chartreuse. They're even used in ice cubes and to enhance the flavor of salads.
Carnation (red)
Deep love & affection.
Carnation (pink)
I'll never forget you. A mother's undying love.
Carnation (purple)
Capriciousness.
Carnation (green)
Carnation (white)
Sweet & lovely. Innocence. Pure love. Good luck.
Peace. Prosperity.
Chrysanthemum or “mums" as they are more commonly known are one of the most widely cultivated flowers in the world. They serve as the birthday flower for those born in the month of November.
First cultivated as a flowering herb in China in the 15th century BC, Chrysanthemums had blossomed - over 500 cultivars were in existence by the early 1600’s. They have much signifigance in Chinese, Japanese and East Asian history, even being adopted as part of an official seal of an emperor!Colonel John Stevens introduced the lovely bloom to the US in the 1700's and they've been widely popular ever since. Chicago and Salinas, California have adopted the mum as their official flower. In modern times, they are used to make teas for medicinal purposes - including benefits such as cooling the body, clearing the liver, supporting the immune system, reducing high blood pressure, relaxing the nervous system, lowering cholesterol, and even slowing aging.
The secret meaning of the mum? "You’re A Wonderful Friend." What a sweet message you can send with such a beautiful bloom!
Chrysanthemum (red)
Love. Good luck & best wishes.
Chrysanthemum (white)
Chrysanthemum (yellow)
Slighted love.
Daffodil (Narcissus)
Daffodils symbolize honesty and truth. They can also stand for forgiveness. They bloom each spring almost regardless of the winter weather. Daffodils should be given as a symbol of forgiveness, or in appreciation. Even though they're not seen much in the US until spring, the Narcissus, also known as the Daffodil, Jonquil, or Paperwhite, is the flower of December. British custom places the more typically associated Poinsettia as the December flower.
Well known both medicinally and botanically in ancient times, the exact origin of the name Narcissus remains yet unknown. It is often linked to a Greek term for intoxicated. Celebrated for many years in the arts, they are assocated with a wide range of themes in various cultures, including everything from death to good fortune, and are often treated as symbols of spring.
There are some poisonous aspects to the Narcissus. Cases of poisoning or death have occurred when the bulbs have been mistaken as onions or leeks, and cooked and consumed. Despite their lethal potential, there's a practical use for them as well. They're grown commercially in Wales for galantamine - used in to combat Alzheimer's Disease. They're also some of the first blooms to appear in spring throughout the US and their appearance is associated with a number of spring festivals.
Dahlia flower
These spicy flowers can stand for varied meanings, including both warnings and change. A bit of a wild card, they are very useful for vibrant floral displays when paired with more slender flowers. Perhaps this flower could be warning of change, combining two meanings.
Daises convey innocence, loyal love, and purity. It's also said to represent keeping a secret between friends. The daisy is a perky and fun bloom that comes in a wide range of colors and sizes. Daisies make up almost 10% of all flowering plants on Earth, growing on every continent except Antarctica. They spread their cheer on a global scale! Helping the bee population is one benefit of the daisy. Bees LOVE daisies! It has has interesting medical properties too. From slowing bleeding to relief of indigestion and easing a cough, they're beneficial for more than a beauty to the eyes. The garden daisy is known as the gardener's good friend for its ability to ease an aching back. Daisies have a long history and are found in a wide range of colors. It is actually an herb and symbolizes innocence, stability, sympathy and cheerfulness. Suitors would wear a Daisy during the days of knighthood, and the women would include a Daisy as part of their mementos to signify availability.
Open heart. Ardent attachment.
A beautiful perenial that goes well from garden to vase, Delphinium have had a place in gardens since the 1500s. Reaching further back into ancient Greek history, blue hue varieties have been linked to stories of their color reflecting that of a dolphin. Overall, they do not have as pronounced of an impact on history as many other blooms.
Like many other blooms that occur in a variety of hues, each color variation of delphinium conveys a different meaning. Pink means fickleness, white conveys a happy nature, and purple is often representing a first love. Overall, delphinium indicates strong bonds of love.
They're pretty and fragrant, but don't let pets, cattle, or people ingest any part of the Delphinium plant. They're quite toxic to all of us - it can cause digestive discomfort if ingested, skin irritation, and possibly death.
Perfect for the romantic at heart! Gardenias say “You're lovely" and are viewed as a symbol of secret love. They also signify joy and purity, and are associated with thoughts of beauty.
Remembrance, faithfulness, and sincerity all are represented by the gladiolus. The remembrance aspect is seen as they are frequently used in sympathy arrangements and sympathy sprays. Their tall, strong stems symbolize a strength of character as well.
Sometimes called a Sword Lily, the Gladiolus represents integrity and strength as well as calm, infatuation, and rememberance.
This vibrant, long lasting bloom is available in a large range of hues and is popular in floral arrangements. They are native to tropical climates and are typically hardy outdoor plants. With the vareity of colors and hardy nature, they're also not harmful to pets, making them great for gardens. (The bulbs can be toxic if digested.)
The gladiolus also made a unique mark on history. In 1925, it was the word spelled correctly by Frank Neuhauser to win the 1st National Spelling Bee.
The gladiolus flower, also know as the "sword lily," represents to many remembrance, calm, integrity, and infatuation.
Gladiolus flowers indicate that the heart is being "pierced with love."
Admiration. Solitude.
Hyacinth (purple)
I'm sorry. Please forgive me.
Hyacinth (pink)
Hyacinth (white)
Loveliness. I'll pray for you.
The name is derived from the Greek terms “hydor" and “angos" meaning water and vessel. Loosely translated, this means they are a water vessel, in reference to their need for plenty of water to flourish. Often used to express a thank you for understanding and other deeper, heartfelt emotions.
All colors of Iris represent eloquence. Different hues have different specific meanings too. Faith and hope both are expressed with the blue iris. Wisdom and my compliments are associated with the purple iris. Yellow iris can represent passion, while white represents purity.
Wedded love. Fidelity. Affection.
Larkspur (Delphinium)
Lightness & swiftness, strong bonds of love. However, each color has a different meaning. Pink represents fickleness, white indicates a happy nature, and purple is representative of a first love. Toxic to humans and animals alike, it can cause severe digestive discomfort if ingested, and skin irritation.
With over 300 species of flowers in the family, their name comes from ancient Greeks who thought the shape of the flower bud with its spur resembled that of a dolphin.
Lily (general)
Purity of the heart and refined beauty. With so many varieties of lilies, many have their own special meanings (see below.)
Lily (calla)
This breathtaking bloom has two meanings, one as a sign of purity and magnificent beauty, and the other as a symbol of rebirth or resurrection. In ancient Greek mythology, the calla lily represented the goddess Hera. While in Roman history they were viewed to symbolize lust and sensuality, in more modern times they have come to represent virtue and purity, and are often associated with the Virgin Mary in Christian faith. Often used in both weddings and funerals, they are beautiful alone and require little additional flowers or greenery to create stunning bouquets for special events such as weddings.
Lily (tiger)
Lily (white)
Innocence & purity. Sweetness. Majesty.
Lily (yellow)
Gratitude & gaiety.
Lily of the Valley means the return of happiness and is considered a sign of purity. Also known as May Bells or May Lilies, sweetly scented and delicate blooms make this flower particularly charming. This national flower of Finland as well as floral emblem of Yugoslavia has a global appeal. It even has a royal appear- it was featured in the bridal bouquet at the wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton. Look but don't touch! It's lovely blooms, leaves, and the whole plant are highly toxic. Lily of the Valley is native to woodlands in Asia, Europe, England, and Appalachia regions of the US, as well as found in some gardens. Before planting, remember to keep it in an area out of reach of pets.
While various shades have special meanings, overall large magnolia blooms are symbols of perseverance, nobility, sweetness, dignity, beauty, and a love of nature. White magnolias also include perfection and purity, while pink ones are associated with youth, innocence, and joy.
Kiss me! The earliest documentation of the custom of kissing under the mistletoe dates back to the 16th century. That’s a lot of kisses! Going further back into history and into European folklore, it was considered to be protection against poison, an aphrodisiac, and would bestow life and fertility. It can also represent affection or surmounting difficulties. Some variants are poisonous, so be cautious with this flower around small children and pets. Keep it high in the doorway, so you’ll have an excuse for another kiss!
Love. Beauty. Refinement. Wisdom.
Orchid (cattleya)
Mature charm.
Pansy flowers
the pansy is unmistakable. The varying colors bring about an air of remembrance for those who moved on to the next journey after life. They are great for remembering, and also as a symbol of togetherness. Think of these the next time you see pansies. And remember someone who meant a lot to you. In short, pansies represent “thoughts."
Happy marriage. The peony’s representation of bashfulness derives from the notion that nymphs were said to hide within its petals. In China and Japan they are viewed as the “King of Flowers" and are depicted frequently in paintings and artwork from the Eastern world.
When given to a loved one, petunias send the message that “Your presence soothes me." With a name derived from the French term petunia, meaning tobacco, they are closely related to tobacco, tomato, and chili pepper plants.
Eternal sleep. Imagination.
I can't live without you.
By any other name, they'd still smell so sweet... and be so adored! With so many varieties and colors, the meanings are seemingly endless. All colors have their meanings rooted in love and affection, with variations for each color. Red captures the essence of romance, while white speaks of innocence.
Here's just a few colors and their meanings.
Black Roses signify Death
Coral Rose conveys desire
Lavender Roses symbolize love at first sight and enhancement
Orange Roses indicate enthusiasm, desire and fascination
Pink (Deep) says Thank You
Pink (Light) Rose conveys admiration, gentleness, grace, gladness, joy and sweetness
Pink Rose carry the message of happiness, gracefulness and gentleness
Red Roses symbolize sincere Love, Respect, Courage & Passion
Red (Dark) Rose reveals unconscious beauty
Red (Single) means "I Love You"
Red & White Roses together signify unity
Single Rose in any color expresses simplicity and gratitude
White Roses express Purity/heavenly, secrecy, silence, innocence and charm
White (Bridal) Rose symbolizes a happy love
Yellow Roses indicate joy, gladness, friendship and "I Care"
Yellow Rose with Red Tip indicates friendship falling in Love
According to fossil evidence, the rose is a whopping 35 million years old. During Roman times, they were used as confetti at celebrations, as perfume, or even for medicinal purposes. Moving into the 1600's they were in high demand - so much that they were treated as legal tender! In modern times, they've made their way into gardens, vase arrangements, and bridal bouquets, as well as into the hearts of many a romantic.
Gracious. Fascinating. Protection from evil.
Lasting beauty and a happy life are both represented by Stock. Bonds of affection and promptness are also associated with these lovely blooms.
Happiness in marriage. Desire to travel.
Tthe way a sunflower stands with its petals towards the sun should be an indicator of the symbolism of the sunflower. Spiritual attainment, along with good luck and ambition, can bring warmth to someone moving into a new place, starting a new job, or just because. Do you ever need a reason to send flowers?
Sweet Peas signify blissful pleasure, but are also used to say good-bye. They are a native flower plant of the eastern Mediterranean region from Sicily to Crete. Like the daisy, they are seen in a variety of colors. Gardeners often enjoy them for their lovely fragrance and large blooming range (March to November.)
Tulip (general)
Have you ever watched a tulip bend its stem to reach the best possible source of light? Think of people who know who are always reaching for the next level, and we are not’t talking about video games. Aspirations in life drive some of us to do great things. Some of us are fungus, some of us are tulips.
Tulip (red)
Irresistible love. Believe me. Declaration of love.
Tulip (yellow)
Hopeless love.
Faithfulness. Modesty. Symbolizes a fragile or delicate love.
Thinking of an absent friend or thoughts of a friend. Specific colors have different meanings too, such as magenta ones represent lasting affection, scarlet zinnias symbolize constancy, white blooms mean goodness, and yellow speak of daily remembrance of good memories.
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Meet the Croatian dominating Masters Bikini bodybuilding in America
by croatiaweek
Meri Abbado (Photo: Private album/supplied)
There is a big Croatian community in the United States with many notable achievements among them. One of them is Los Angeles-based Croatian Meri Abbado.
Meri, who was born in Split on Croatia’s Dalmatian coast and has been living in Los Angeles for almost 30 years now, has achieved fantastic success in the sport of bodybuilding.
This year, the personal trainer and IFBB Bikini Pro Masters athlete competed in five prestigious bodybuilding competitions across the USA and won 10 gold medals, placing her as the best IFBB Masters Bikini athlete in the world.
(Photo: Private album/supplied)
We caught up with Meri to find out more about her success.
You are originally from Split, how did you end up in Los Angeles?
I grew up in Split and lived there until I left for Zagreb to study. This is where I met my husband. After we got married, we lived in Paris and Luxembourg where our firstborn son was born, and then eight months later we moved to Los Angeles. My ex-husband was a US citizen and he wanted us to raise our family in the USA.
How did you first get into bodybuilding?
A few months after my hysterectomy in 2011, I began working out 2-3 times a week. I was 43 years old at the time and was never athletic prior to that. After my surgery, I wanted to speed up my recovery and felt the need to get stronger and get back in shape. I liked working out, so I decided to open a fitness Facebook page to share video workouts with my friends, who kept asking me about exercises and my diet. After a couple of years, the Facebook page became very popular with women asking me for advice about fitness. That prompted me to take a four-month course to become a personal trainer, which completely changed my life. I started having clients and continued working-out, but that was more recreational than serious bodybuilding.
When did you first start getting into competitions?
One day, while I was searching for something on-line, I saw a video of a Bikini bodybuilding competition and thought that that would be something fun to do. Also, I needed the motivation to stay on track with my own workouts and prepping for a competition was a great way to do that. I knew nothing about bodybuilding competitions and didn’t have a coach. I gathered all information about it on-line; diet, training and anything else needed to compete. Three months later I entered a local competition, which turned out to be one of the major NPC/IFBB bodybuilding shows. After that, I was hooked and wanted to do more.
I started competing in NPC (amateur) league in July 2016 and one year later in July 2017, after only a few shows, I earned my Pro Card at the Masters Nationals in Pittsburgh…which by itself was an amazing achievement. Since then I have been competing in IFBB (professional) league. This 2020 competition season has been the most successful one so far. I competed in the five major IFBB Masters Bikini shows and won 10 gold medals in different (35+, 40+, 45+ and 50+) classes. All the winnings and success of this season have propelled me in the place of the top Masters Bikini competitor in the world at this time.
How often do you train?
I train six days a week.
What is your diet like? What does a normal day look like?
Bodybuilding and training for a competition is an extreme sport. When you reach the professional level, your training and diet (preparing your food), takes up a majority of your day. Diet is extremely important for bodybuilders, especially during competition season.
I eat 6 times a day, which means that I must have my first meal not later than 7 am, otherwise I won’t be able to finish all my meals by 10 pm. Each meal consists of protein, carbohydrates, and good fats. I consume about 2,500 calories a day.
Bodybuilders follow an extremely strict lifestyle, and everything is well organized and measured, from training, meals, resting period to sleep.
Anything else is scheduled around the bodybuilding routine.
The biggest sacrifice is not being able to have a “normal’ social life and go out or eat in restaurants. It can really get tough during the holiday season, especially if you are competing around that time. I also can’t travel or go on vacation during competition season, which sometimes can last for 6-8 months.
Do you have any advice for anyone wanting to get into it?
Bodybuilding is not for the weak. It is an extreme sport that goes on all year round. You cannot stop or pause and then decide to pick up where you left when you feel like it. You must be disciplined and constantly work on yourself, day in and day out.
At the same time, it is an amazing sport, one that will challenge you and push you beyond your limits. It is a sport that will not only build your body but your character as well.
Bodybuilding, and especially competing, is not for everyone. To anyone interested in getting into it I would suggest first get information and find the right coach, who will help them with training and proper nutrition.
Do you visit Croatia often?
I used to visit Croatia every year, but since the passing of my parents, I don’t travel to Croatia as often. I was planning to visit this year, but with the COVID restrictions, this is not possible right now.
Where is your favorite place in Croatia?
Of course, Split is my favorite place to visit. Some of my best friends live there, and I always look forward to going back and spending time with them.
What do you miss in LA from Croatia?
The thing I miss the most is the slower and more relaxed pace of life, casual meeting with friends for coffee or walk in a town. I think that people in Croatia are friendlier and more open than people in LA.
I am very proud of the achievements I’ve accomplished in this sport in a very short period of time, especially considering my age. Still, the biggest achievement in my life is raising two amazing sons. My oldest son Eric is 29 years old and is an Art Director in one of the advertisements/graphic design companies in LA. My youngest son Brian is 27 years old and is a West Point graduate and an officer in the US Army. I am immensely proud of both of them, their achievements and the kind and hard-working people they have become, Meri concludes.
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Big West announces 2020-21 men’s and…
Big West announces 2020-21 men’s and women’s basketball schedules, revised for coronavirus
Cal State Fullerton’s Vincent Lee scores past UC Irvine’s Austin Johnson, left, and Dean Keeler during their Big West Conference basketball game at Titan Gym in Fullerton on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020. UCI won 74-61. (Photo by Kevin Sullivan, Orange County Register/SCNG)
By Elliott Teaford | eteaford@scng.com | The Daily Breeze
The Big West revealed its coronavirus-adjusted conference schedule for men’s and women’s basketball on Wednesday and, as expected, it didn’t look as it might have in previous seasons. The conference also announced it would hold its tournaments March 10-13 at Honda Center.
Unlike past seasons, when games were played primarily Thursdays and Saturdays, the revised 2020-21 schedule calls for games to be played against the same opponent and at the same site mostly on Fridays and Saturdays rather than in the customary round-robin home-and-home format.
For example, the Long Beach State men’s team opens Big West play Dec. 27 and 28 at UC Riverside and plays host to Cal State Bakersfield on Jan. 1 and 2 in its home openers. UC Irvine begins conference play Dec. 27 and 28 with home games against UC Santa Barbara. Cal State Northridge plays Dec. 27 and 28 at Cal State Fullerton.
The women’s schedule follows a similar format.
Games will be played without fans in attendance to start the season, but that will be revisited later. A bye week is built into an 11-week schedule. Games will not be rescheduled should one team be forced to quarantine because of the coronavirus, the conference said.
“The Big West Board of Directors did due diligence in examining all of the factors involved in a safe and responsible return to competition, with basketball being the pilot moving forward,” conference commissioner Dan Butterly said in a statement.
“The Big West Conference understands the need for consistent and multi-layered levels of testing protocols that put safety at the forefront of our member institutions. Cognizant of state and county restrictions and the NCAA Core Principles of Resocialization of College Basketball, we feel we have a plan in place that will adhere to those matters.”
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Butterly thanked Dr. Jim Borchers from the U.S. Council for Athletes’ Heath for his assistance during the process of scheduling the men’s and women’s conference games. Scheduling nonconference games is “at the discretion” of the individual schools, the conference said. Travel is expected to be limited.
Standardized coronavirus testing for players, coaches and staff members throughout the conference was one of the issues that needed to be addressed. Limiting travel and removing the traditional Friday off-day between games was another significant issue.
“We’ve been working on testing protocols for everyone,” Long Beach State athletic director Andy Fee told the Southern California News Group. “The weird one, the one you wouldn’t ever have thought about before now is whose policy do you use outside of the conference? Is UCLA testing us? Or are we bringing our own tests with us?”
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Labor's election defeat reveals its continued inability to convince people it can make their lives better
Written by Geoffrey Robinson, Senior Lecturer, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Deakin University
The election result was a triumph for the Coalition and a defeat for pundits. The result is even more striking when the drift to the left of public opinion is considered – over the past decade, surveys have found that voters have become more supportive of income redistribution, gay and lesbian rights and climate change action.
There were many causes of Labor’s failure, but central was the failure of the broader labour movement to win the debate on living standards. The election campaign was an old-fashioned one. Many on the left had with gloomy pleasure anticipated a culturally based homophobic campaign by the devout Christian, Scott Morrison. But the campaign themes rhetoric of taxation, government services and economic management revived that of the pre-Tampa era.
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Labor’s failure lay in its inability to convince enough voters that its policies could actually improve their material conditions. Labor state governments can provide material things like schools, hospitals and solar panels, and voters delight in these.
Federal Labor claimed that the election was a referendum on wages. This mobilised the left’s mass support base: the unions, public-sector heartland and its remaining private sector outposts. The left created the simulacrum of a social movement: rallies, rallies and rallies, and electoral door-knocking. Outside of the left’s world, this appeal struck little chord.
In the 1990s, Labor had laid waste to the institutions of centralised wage-fixation and economic regulation that established for many otherwise conservative voters a plausible linkage between politics and material conditions.
The focus of unions too much reflected their institutional interests – their desire to become again legislative interlocutors with government or revive the doomed project of enterprise bargaining. In honest moments, some union campaigners admitted that however unhappy many voters were with their conditions, they were profoundly sceptical about the ability of Labor and the unions to do anything to improve them.
Labor’s broader campaign was reluctant to engage with material issues – the living wage was a vague idea – and an increase to Newstart was never promised, despite the aspirations of Labor voters.
Rhetoric about bankers and the “top end of town” substituted for a clear appeal. The British conservative Maurice Cowling once commented that there was a class war and it had to be fought with subtlety and skill. Labor forgot this lesson.
These omissions rendered Labor especially vulnerable to the Coalition’s campaign. Since election night, many on the left have complained that voters prioritised an anti-social individualism over the welfare of the community.
In recent years, the favoured response to this individualism by many on the left such as Shorten advisor Nick Dyrenfurth, has been to exalt values of egalitarianism presumed inherent to the national character.
Yet the “interests” of voters are not their choices alone. Rather, they are largely shaped by institutions. Since the 1990s there has emerged in Australia new political settlement, which Andrew Norton calls “big government conservatism”, akin to what George W Bush designated “compassionate conservatism”. In John Howard’s version this rejected older conservative dreams of the replacement of public services by the private sector. Instead the public sector was retained, but voters were offered the option to access heavily subsidised private sector provision in addition.
Apart from superannuation, this is the terrain of the Coalition: “private” education; health insurance subsidies, tax subsidies for property investment, franking credits that subsidise inheritances. Household debt substitutes for government borrowing as an economic stimulus.
Here, Australian conservatives have heeded Roger Scruton’s advice to be innovative in defence of tradition. Labor’s (relative) scepticism about subsidised private provision echoes the conventional wisdom of “policy wonks” such as the Grattan Institute.
Many voters disagree. In an economy of stagnant living standards, changes to these programs seem a threat to many. I predicted in 2013 that tax resistance would be a problem for the left in a slow growth Australian economy. It took time for this problem to kick in, but a 2019 survey found a sharp fall in the portion of respondents willing to pay more tax in support of social services. Labor’s challenges to the public subsidy of private gain were seen by many voters to threaten their interests, while those who might have benefitted could not be convinced to change their vote.
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Bill Shorten is a “true believer”, one who grounded his politics in Labor traditions and history, rather than an explicit ideology. The left often flees to history, even if for most of its members the history of labour is passé compared to the more exciting fields of culture and identity.
Yet the history of Australia is, as Peter Coleman noted in 1962, a history of the right, not the left; from the perspective of 2019, this history appears as the suppression, co-option and ultimately destruction of working-class resistance.
It is not a tale of solidarity forever but division eternal. Shorten’s failure is a familiar chapter in labour history.
Authors: Geoffrey Robinson, Senior Lecturer, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Deakin University
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Six-Pack: Oct. 28, 2020
In The Six-Pack series, we dust off six engaging stories from the DCSki archives so you can experience them again — or for the first time.
1. Snow Trip 2018: Snowmobiling at Yellowstone National Park
In February, 2018, DCSki’s Editor Scott dragged himself out of bed at 5 a.m. to check an item off his bucket list: snowmobiling at Wyoming’s Yellowstone National Park. There is a level of unmatched serenity at Yellowstone in the winter — at least once the snowmobile engines are cut off. Not far from Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, the buffalo and elk outnumber tourists in the winter at Yellowstone while the sulfury steam from geysers rises above a snow-covered landscape.
Scott detailed his adventure in Snow Trip 2018: Snowmobiling at Yellowstone National Park.
2. Going Further Afield: Victor Constant Ski Area… Army Skiing Sir!
DCSki Columnist (and Navy Officer) Robbie Allen has criss-crossed the country in search of unique ski areas. In early 2019, he found one: the Victor Constant Ski Area, a small ski area located on Army property but open to the public. This may be one of the few ski areas where you can purchase hot chocolate for a buck. Robbie described his trip in Going Further Afield: Victor Constant Ski Area.
3. Firsthand Report: White Whistler Immersion
What’s surprising: that DCSki Columnist Jim Kenney had never made it to British Columbia’s Whistler Resort until 2017. What’s not surprising: once he finally made it there, he documented his trip in one of his always-engaging trip reports. Read more about his inaugural visit to Whistler here.
4. Going Further Afield: Crystal Mountain, Washington
DCSki Columnist John Sherwood was on a business trip to Seattle in early 2019, and couldn’t help but be drawn away from the city to ski a few days at nearby Crystal Mountain. “Of all the places I have skied, Crystal Mountain stands out as one of the most picturesque and fairytale-like,” John wrote in his Firsthand Report.
5. DCSki Interview Series: Peter Landsman, LiftBlog.com
The DCSki Interview Series kicked off in late 2019 with a profile a Peter Landsman, who runs the popular LiftBlog.com web site. Peter has had a passion for chairlifts since he was a child, and that transitioned into a career as a Lift Supervisor at Wyoming’s Jackson Hole Resort. When he’s not skiing or keeping chairlifts running smoothly, he documents the latest news about chairlifts on LiftBlog.com. Learn more about Peter and LiftBlog in this interview.
6. Firsthand Report: Adding to the Bucket List at Liberty Mountain Resort
Connie Lawn — the “skiing White House reporter” — began contributing stories to DCSki in 2003. Over the years, she filed many reports from the slopes of her favorite local Pennsylvania resort — Liberty Mountain — as well as from destinations across the country, where she specialized in covering adaptive skiing. Connie passed away in early 2018 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease, but she left behind a treasure trove of stories. In 2016, she wrote a Firsthand Report describing her experience riding in a bi-ski under the careful guidance of instructors from the Blue Ridge Adaptive Snow Sports (BRASS) organization.
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Out of Wolverhampton, P.G. is a Christian rapper, producer and musician who writes and raps his own songs, influenced by God, Jesus Christ and life. P.G. produces his own instrumentals, beats and plays drums. Not only this but the rapper also has a stammer as a result of a condition as a kid. His ability to overcome and emcee with this apparent barrier has given hope to many others. There are a range of beats on this mixtape with varied production levels. P.G. shows he's more than capable as a rapper, varying between clever wordplay as on "Job To Do" and rolling lyricism as on "Trust In Him". Production and beats have some standouts like the southern beats combined with grime flow on "Meditate & Pray". This stands in contrast to the syncopated flow on "March" as P.G. rides with the beat seamlessly. With a couple of tracks produced by Cincinnati's K-Drama, P.G. shows that he means business and that sometimes what others may see as a weakness allows Christ to shine through him even more. Warning: this album carries a Parental Advisory for Christian Content!
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2009: Greater Strength (Digital Only)
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In international assessment, U.S. academic rankings inch up despite flat scores
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Linda Conner Lambeck Dec. 3, 2019 Updated: Dec. 3, 2019 7:55 a.m.
In international assessment, U.S. academic rankings inch...
1of9Jamie Kennedy works with freshmen Ian Sugaware, 14, Alexander Sanchez, 14, and Armani Welch, 14, during her pre-AP Algebra I class at Lamar CISD's Terry High School.Photo: Mark Mulligan / Staff photographer
2of9Freshman work during their pre-AP Algebra I classPhoto: Mark Mulligan / Staff photographer
3of9Sophomore Mia Girigori, 15, works on a lesson about the Black Plague during a World History class at Lamar CISD's Terry High School in Rosenberg, Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019. Between the 2017 rankings and the Fall 2019 rankings, Terry's percentage of students on grade level in math, as determined by state standardized tests, has jumped from 17 percent to 64 percent. The percentage of 11th and 12th graders taking an AP course has increased from 5 percent to 34 percent during that time.Photo: Mark Mulligan / Staff photographer
4of9Families gather to see exhibits created and demonstrated by students at STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) Camp at Fairchild Wheeler Interdistrict Multi-Magnet High School in Bridgeport, Conn., on Friday June 28, 2019.Photo: Christian Abraham / Hearst Connecticut Media
6of9These students were among the 34 area high school juniors honored by Fairfield University and Sikorsky for achievement in math and science. From left to right: Hansini Bhasker, from Greenwich High School; Doris Boursiquot, from Stamford High School, Stamford; Robert Mancini, from Immaculate High School in Danbury; and Ryan Wolfe, from Trinity Catholic High School in Stamford.Photo: Contributed photo
7of9(Peter Hvizdak - New Haven Register) Guilford High School math teacher and math department chair Barbara Tokarska with her Algebra II students on the first student school day at the new Guilford High School Tuesday morning September 8, 2015.Photo: Peter Hvizdak / ©2015 Peter Hvizdak
8of9High school statistics textbook co-author David Bock of Ithaca, NY visited an Ansonia High School math class as part of Project Opening Doors, a project of the National Math and Science Initiative. Photo by Mara Lavitt/New Haven Register 12/14/10
9of9New Haven, Connecticut- HVIZDAK-9/22/05: Biochemist Marcela Oliveira teaches a chemistry class at Wilbur Cross High School. Oliveira is part of a new program to recruit and train professionals as teachers for subjects where schools have a critical shortage of qualified candidates such as math, science, special education and Spanish. Oliveira is studying for her teacher certification. Photograph by Peter Hvizdak ph354b #054
WASHINGTON D.C. — Who can compute better than the average 15-year-old from the United States?
The average 15-year-old in 30 other countries — among them Russia, Japan and portions of China, according to the latest international comparison out Tuesday morning.
The 2018 Program for International Student Assessment, or PISA, shows U.S. students scoring 478 on average in math, lower than the international average of 489.
Worldwide, some 600,000 students in nearly 80 countries are said to have taken the test — including 4,800 students from 162 schools in the United States.
The U.S. performance was flat when compared to 2015, when the test was last given.
“In math there is a clear message,” said Peggy G. Carr, the associate commissioner of assessments for National Center for Educational Statistics. “We are struggling in math in comparison to our peers around the world.”
Average scores for American 15-year-olds have changed very little over the past two decades on PISA and beneath the surface are even more troubling patterns, Carr said.
Results suggest that the gap between top performing and lower performing students is widening.
It is a pattern similar to what was reflected on recent National Assessment of Educational Progress results for fourth, eighth, and twelfth graders.
In reading, U.S. scores on PISA also remain flat, but higher than 57 other countries and lower than eight other countries. The 9th place ranking is an improvement over the 15th place finish in 2015.
In science, the U.S. average scores were the 12th highest of nearly 80 countries or educational systems tested.
In all three subjects, the U.S. ranking rose, but Carr says that is no cause for celebration.
“Ranking is a function of how others score,” Carr pointed out. “Scores haven’t improved. Ranking improved because systems around us used to be higher but now are not.”
In all three subject areas, China, or rather specific provinces of the country, come out on top. Rather than test the entire country, China offers up only four of its wealthiest regions for PISA, a test given every three years by an intergovernmental organization.
Unlike NAEP, considered the “Nations Report Card,” given in the U.S., the PISA is designed to assess what students have learned both inside and outside of school.
Based on its average score, U.S. students are at the second lowest of six levels of math proficiency according to PISA officials, which Carr characterized as “not good at all.”
At that level students are capable of making literal interpretations of results and can recognize situations that require no more than direct inference from a single source. They can solve simple problems, formulas involving whole numbers.
But can they balance a check book?
Carr said that may be answered in a few months when PISA releases a separate test given on financial literacy.
While NCES collects the data, the organization does not interpret the information.
It is unclear if any Connecticut students participated in the test but officials at the Connecticut state Department of Education — where math scores have also traditionally lagged behind reading — said one reason for less than impressive math results is that until recently much of the focus has been on improving literacy.
With the adoption of new standards, math scores, at least at younger grades have started to rise, said Peter Yazbak, a department spokesman.
“All students can and do master mathematics, Yazbak said. “Connecticut has seen evidence of this in numerous districts/schools across the state.”
When students receive high quality mathematics instruction that is focused, aligned to the standards, coherent across grades, develops conceptual understanding and procedural fluency, and requires application of mathematical thinking, then scores improve, he added.
In the 2018 test, the major focus was reading literacy, with the largest portion of the test devoted to that subject. Less time was spent on math and science.
In reading, the results show improvement for students who score in the top ranges while kids scoring in the bottom level are struggling.
Carr called that a red flag.
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Linda is a Bridgeport, Conn., native and University of Bridgeport graduate with a degree in journalism. She got her start covering education and other town news in Easton and Fairfield for the Fairfield Citizen News before coming to the Connecticut Post in 1985. (At the time it was still the Bridgeport Post and there was also a Bridgeport Telegram). She has covered Milford and Fairfield and, since 1996, education on a local, statewide and higher education level.
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Fairfield boater missing off Milford coast
Bill Cummings
Aug. 31, 2009 Updated: Nov. 10, 2009 11:30 a.m.
MILFORD -- The U.S. Coast Guard and local police spent Saturday evening searching for a missing Fairfield boater after his sailboat was found traveling in circles about two miles south of Charles Island off of Milford.
As of late Saturday evening, a Coast Guard airplane and an 87-foot Coast Guard cutter were still searching for the missing boater, identified as Raymond Callan, 57, of Fairfield.
Callan's 30-foot sailboat was found with nobody onboard and was towed by Milford police to a public dock in Milford.
Coast Guard Petty Officer Jonathan Cinquegrana said it was not known if anyone else was onboard and also missing. Callan reportedly had left Bridgeport early Saturday en route to Block Island, R.I.
The Coast Guard said Callan's sailboat was reported circling at about 4:20 p.m. Saturday evening. Milford police and the Coast Guard quickly mobilized, and the state Department of Environmental Protection was called to the scene to inspect the boat to determine if there was any damage.
"At first light we will have a light helicopter out there. Milford plans to go back out in the morning as well," Cinquegrana said. "The Coast Guard cutter is normally based in New Jersey, but was in New London when we got the call and it was able to come over."
Callan's boat was found without anyone onboard by the crew of the vessel Carpe Diem, who contacted the Coast Guard, the agency said in a press release.
Coast Guard Station New Haven diverted a 41-foot response boat crew and launched a 25-foot response boat crew to search the area where the boat was located. Coast Guard Air Station Cape Cod launched a rescue helicopter crew and the Coast Guard cutter Sailfish also conducted searches.
The Milford police and fire departments had three response boat crews involved in the water search.
Search continues for missing Fairfield boater
Search called off for missing boater
By John Burgeson, Staff writer
Autopsy confirms body in Sound was Fairfield boater
By Genevieve Reilly, staff writer
Body found in Sound could be missing Fairfield boater
"We are working very closely with our state and local partners to try and locate the missing individual," said Lt. Seth Parker, Coast Guard Sector Long Island Sound's command duty officer.
"The Coast Guard cannot stress enough the importance of filing a float plan with a friend or loved one in the event that you fall overboard and cannot call for help. Having a marine radio, cell phone and a lifejacket can also improve your chances of being found," Parker said.
A woman who answered the telephone at the Callan family home Saturday night declined to comment.
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Bill Cummings is a veteran newspaper reporter who first joined the Connecticut Post in 1989 as a town reporter. He has served as a bureau chief, manned the Capitol Bureau, covered Bridgeport City Hall and was later named group Investigative Reporter. Bill also covers environmental issues for Hearst. He previously worked for the Watertown Daily Times in New York State and the Star Herald, a weekly in northern Maine.
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Selected Adverse Reactions in Adults With cSSSI
Incidence of adverse reactions that occurred in ≥2% of adult patients in the CUBICIN®(daptomycin for injection) treatment group and ≥ the comparator treatment group in Phase 3 cSSSI trials
PERCENTAGE OF ADULT PATIENTS (%)
CUBICIN (n=534)
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Diarrhea 5.2 4.3
Headache 5.4 5.4
Dizziness 2.2 2.0
Rash 4.3 3.8
Abnormal LFT 3.0 1.6
Elevated CPK 2.8 1.8
Urinary tract infection 2.4 0.5
Hypotension 2.4 1.4
Dyspnea 2.1 1.6
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Indications: CUBICIN and CUBICIN RF are indicated for the treatment of adult and pediatric patients (1 to 17 years of age) with complicated skin and skin structure infections (cSSSI) caused by susceptible isolates of the following Gram-positive bacteria: Staphylococcus aureus (including methicillin-resistant isolates), Streptococcus pyogenes, Streptococcus agalactiae, Streptococcus dysgalactiae subspecies equisimilis, and Enterococcus faecalis (vancomycin-susceptible isolates only).
CUBICIN and CUBICIN RF are indicated for the treatment of adult patients with Staphylococcus aureus bloodstream infections (bacteremia), including those with right-sided infective endocarditis, caused by methicillin-susceptible and methicillin-resistant isolates.
CUBICIN and CUBICIN RF are indicated for the treatment of pediatric patients (1 to 17 years of age) with Staphylococcus aureus bloodstream infections (bacteremia).
Limitations of Use: CUBICIN and CUBICIN RF are not indicated for the treatment of pneumonia. CUBICIN and CUBICIN RF are not indicated for the treatment of left-sided infective endocarditis (LIE) due to S. aureus. CUBICIN and CUBICIN RF have not been studied in patients with prosthetic valve endocarditis. CUBICIN and CUBICIN RF are not recommended in pediatric patients younger than 1 year of age due to the risk of potential effects on muscular, neuromuscular, and/or nervous systems (either peripheral and/or central) observed in neonatal dogs.
Usage: To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of CUBICIN and CUBICIN RF and other antibacterial drugs, CUBICIN and CUBICIN RF should be used only to treat infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. When culture and susceptibility information is available, it should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy. In the absence of such data, local epidemiology and susceptibility patterns may contribute to the empiric selection of therapy. Empiric therapy may be initiated while awaiting test results.
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Anaphylaxis/hypersensitivity reactions, which may be life-threatening, have been reported with CUBICIN use. If an allergic reaction occurs, discontinue CUBICIN or CUBICIN RF and treat appropriately.
Myopathy and rhabdomyolysis have been reported with CUBICIN use. Monitor for muscle pain or weakness, particularly of the distal extremities. Monitor creatine phosphokinase (CPK) levels weekly and more frequently in patients with CPK elevations while on CUBICIN or CUBICIN RF treatment and in those who received recent prior or concomitant HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. In patients with renal impairment, monitor renal function and CPK levels more than once weekly. Discontinue CUBICIN or CUBICIN RF in patients with unexplained signs and symptoms of myopathy with CPK levels >1,000 U/L (~5× ULN), and in patients without symptoms and CPK levels >2,000 U/L (≥10× ULN). In addition, consider temporarily suspending agents associated with rhabdomyolysis, such as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors.
Eosinophilic pneumonia has been reported with CUBICIN use. Promptly evaluate patients who develop fever, dyspnea with hypoxic respiratory insufficiency, and diffuse pulmonary infiltrates or organizing pneumonia and discontinue CUBICIN or CUBICIN RF immediately. Treatment with systemic steroids is recommended. Recurrence of eosinophilic pneumonia upon re-exposure has been reported.
Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) has been reported in post-marketing experience with CUBICIN. Patients who develop skin rash, fever, peripheral eosinophilia, and systemic organ (for example, hepatic, renal, pulmonary) impairment while receiving CUBICIN or CUBICIN RF should undergo medical evaluation. If DRESS is suspected, discontinue CUBICIN or CUBICIN RF promptly and institute appropriate treatment.
Tubulointerstitial nephritis (TIN) has been reported in post-marketing experience with CUBICIN. Patients who develop new or worsening renal impairment while receiving CUBICIN or CUBICIN RF should undergo medical evaluation. If TIN is suspected, discontinue CUBICIN or CUBICIN RF promptly and institute appropriate treatment.
Peripheral neuropathy has been reported with CUBICIN use. Monitor for signs and symptoms of peripheral neuropathy and consider discontinuation.
Potential nervous and/or muscular system effects in patients younger than 12 months: Avoid use of CUBICIN and CUBICIN RF in patients younger than 12 months due to the risk of potential effects on muscular, neuromuscular, and/or nervous systems (either peripheral and/or central) observed in neonatal dogs.
Clostridioides difficile–associated diarrhea (CDAD), ranging from mild diarrhea to fatal colitis, has been reported with nearly all systemic antibacterial agents, including CUBICIN. Evaluate all patients who present with diarrhea following antibacterial use. Careful medical history is necessary because CDAD has been reported to occur more than two months after the administration of antibacterial agents. If CDAD is suspected or confirmed, antibacterial use not directed against C. difficile should be discontinued, if possible.
Patients with persisting or relapsing S. aureus bacteremia/endocarditis, possibly due to reduced daptomycin susceptibility, or poor clinical response should have repeat blood cultures. Appropriate surgical intervention and/or change in antibacterial regimen may be required. Failure of treatment due to persisting or relapsing S. aureus bacteremia/endocarditis may be due to reduced daptomycin susceptibility.
In the cSSSI and S. aureus bacteremia/endocarditis trials, decreased efficacy was observed in CUBICIN-treated adult patients with moderate baseline renal impairment (CrCL <50 mL/min).
Adult cSSSI Patients: The common adverse reactions that occurred in ≥2% of adult cSSSI patients receiving CUBICIN 4 mg/kg were diarrhea (5.2%), headache (5.4%), dizziness (2.2%), rash (4.3%), abnormal liver function tests (3.0%), elevated creatinine phosphokinase (CPK) (2.8%), urinary tract infections (2.4%), hypotension (2.4%), and dyspnea (2.1%).
Adult S. aureus bacteremia/endocarditis Patients: The most common adverse reactions that occurred in ≥5% of S. aureus bacteremia/endocarditis patients receiving CUBICIN 6 mg/kg were sepsis (5%), bacteremia (5%), abdominal pain (6%), chest pain (7%), edema (7%), pharyngolaryngeal pain (8%), pruritus (6%), increased sweating (5%), insomnia (9%), elevated CPK (7%), and hypertension (6%).
Pediatric cSSSI Patients: The most common adverse reactions that occurred in ≥2% of pediatric patients receiving CUBICIN were diarrhea (7.0%), vomiting (2.7%), abdominal pain (2.0%), pruritus (3.1%), pyrexia (3.9%), elevated CPK (5.5%), and headache (2.7%).
Pediatric S. aureus bacteremia Patients: The most common adverse reactions that occurred in ≥5% of pediatric patients receiving CUBICIN were vomiting (10.9%) and elevated CPK (7.3%).
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Home > Calendar > Recurring events > Observances > Liberation Day in Netherlands
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On Thursday, a resident from the 700 block of S. Rodney St. contacted an off-duty Wilmington police lieutenant to report seeing a man removing items from a shed. The resident began to follow the man until the arrival of the lieutenant, who then provided a detailed description of the man to responding officers.
Uniformed officers found a man matching the burglar's description at Lancaster Avenue and Van Buren Street, arrested him and identified him as James Schnader, police said. The arrest resulted in the recovery of the stolen items removed from the South Rodney Street shed, police said.
He also was charged with burglarizing a residence in the 700 block of S. Broom St. on Jan. 5, police said.
Schnader was charged with second- and third-degree burglary, theft under $1500 ad committed to the Howard Young Correctional Institution after failing to post $10,000 secured bail.
Police urge residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity in their neighborhood, as well as to be aware of people attempting to sell property door-to-door. Residents can call 911 in an emergency or (302) 654-5151 for non-emergencies. Tips can also be text NIXLE 888777. Anyone who may have additional information relative to this burglary investigation is asked to call Detective Anthony Ford at (302) 576-3606.
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Sasheer Zamata explains why she’s “thankful to be a part” of her new ‘Woke’ series
Wed, September 9 by ABC News
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HomeMusicUrbanSasheer Zamata explains why she’s “thankful to be a part” of her new ‘Woke’ series
Sasheer Zamata is excited for fans to see her in the new Hulu series Woke, where she’ll get to tap into her conscious side.
Zamata tells ABC Audio that unlike other series, which may focus on social justice and issues concerning race, her new series doesn’t hold back on delving into sensitive topics.
“I like this show because we really hit the issues head on and we’re not shying away from things,” Zamata explains. “Like the pilot episode, Lamorne Morris, the main character, gets stopped and frisked pretty aggressively by police and then the rest of the series is him dealing with that trauma.”
According to Zamata, there aren’t “too many things… seen in mainstream media that talks about the trauma that lasts after a racially incited incident.”
“And I think we’ll be a part of that,” she says of the new series.
Of course, being “woke” isn’t new to the Zamata or her Woke character, Ayana, whom the comedian says “runs a very progressive newspaper in San Francisco.”
“So I’m already “woke,” Zamata says. “And I’m kind of the guru that’s leading [the main] character into the woke light,” she laughs.
Woke is now available to stream on Hulu.
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San Sebastián Restaurants: New Basque Cuisine
By Jeffry Gunawan - December 5, 2011
The dining room at Akelarre, a three-star restaurant overlooking the Bay of Biscay.
Father-and-daughter team Juan Mari and Elana Arzak, in the kitchen of the family’s restaurant
Roasted veal with thyme, ash, and radishes, at Mugaritz.
Amid the cobbled lanes of San Sebastián’s old quarter.
Above: Charcoal-cooked mollusks in a “fisherman’s net” of rice flour at Akelarre.
At the vanguard of new Basque cuisine, this seaside town has been luring foodies for decades. A tour of some of its Michelin-starred restaurants and cheery pintxos bars reveals why San Sebastián’s culinary appeal is as strong as ever
By Angela Shah
Photographs by Jose Luis Lopez de Zubiria
There might be fine silver cutlery on the tables at Mugaritz, but when they bring out chef Andoni Luis Aduriz’s “beer and olives” —a canny trompe l’oeil of tapa beans disguised to look just like black olives and accompanied by a frothy broth of toasted chickpeas—we’re expected to eat it with our fingers, tavern-style. The soup course is likewise hands-on: waiters present us with individual pestles and mortars, which we use to grind a medley of spices before drowning the mixture in a flask of fish broth. It all makes for a delicious, entertaining extravaganza that lasts through 16 courses, ranging from “edible stones” (baby potatoes coated in edible clay to resemble the gray pebbles found on San Sebastián’s beaches, and nested in a “soil” of coarse salt and pepper) to “Shhhhh … Cat Got Your Tongue!”—an assemblage of delicate strands of slow-cooked beef tongue tweezered into the shape of a tiny bird’s nest. It’s the most theatrical meal I’ve ever had.
The stage for this is the Basque Country of north-central Spain, where I’ve arrived with a trio of friends from Dubai and Dallas. More precisely, we’re in the tiny mountain village of Errenteria, about 20 minutes outside the seaside resort town of San Sebastián (or Donostia, in Basque). We’ve come here on something of a food pilgrimage: with fewer than 200,000 residents, San Sebastián and its surrounds are home to an impressive 15 Michelin-starred restaurants, among them some of the leading lights of nueva cocina vasca, or new Basque cuisine. Starting with the avant-garde cooking of Mugaritz, whose chef apprenticed under the Catalan maestro Ferran Adrià, we’ve planned to sample as many of these as we can fit into a week. Or should I say afford: with Mugaritz’s multicourse degustation priced at about US$250 a person, our budgets (and waistlines) will stretch to just four of San Sebastián’s haute ristorantes.
The next day, after a morning spent admiring the Belle Époque mansions built during San Sebastián’s heyday as a summer resort for Spanish aristocrats, we head into the hills to find an asador (barbecue restaurant) called Etxebarri. Awarded its first Michelin star in 2009, it’s situated in the tiny village of Axpe, about halfway along the road to Bilbao. Thanks to the combination of a near-useless GPS, mountainous terrain, and indecipher-able Basque-only signage, what should be a 45-minute drive stretches to twice that time. But we eventually find it, and settle in for another epic meal.
Chef-owner Victor Arguinzoniz uses homemade charcoal and local oak from the Atxondo Valley to grill or smoke each dish on Etxebarri’s menu. This gives his food an elemental quality, whether it be a rectangular pat of goat butter served atop toasted bread with mushroom shavings and ash salt, or grilled percebes (goose barnacles) whose briny taste evokes the sea. Also from the grill comes a bright-yellow egg yolk with purple-hued creamed potatoes, and toothsome chorizo on polenta cakes. And to finish, yet another revelation: smoked ice cream.
The next marathon lunch on our list unfolds at Akelarre, in the hills overlooking the Bay of Biscay. Chef Pedro Subijana has helmed the aptly named restaurant (it means “witches’ sabbath”) since 1975, and our dishes certainly seem packed with culinary sorcery. There’s an amuse-bouche presented as a tray of spa products, with a piece of porous toast standing in for a loofa, creamy-rich Idiazabal cheese served in a moisturizer jar, and a pump-bottle full of tomato broth. Another dish consists of clams, mussels, and oysters “caught” in a lattice of fried rice flour that resembles a fisherman’s net, complete with tiny dried shrimp and edible flowers. It looks as though Subijana has just plucked it from the sea below us.
After such exalted eating at midday, we opt for simpler fare in the evening by visiting some of San Sebastián’s pintxos (Basque tapas) bars. While the restaurants we’ve seen so far have the hushed ambience of culinary temples, the bars are crowded, noisy, and jovial. Their proprietors work behind the counter, passing down plates of pickled red peppers or salted cod and pouring generous glasses of Txakoli, a dry sparkling wine. There are no tasting menus here, and pintxos plates set diners back maybe US$5 at most.
On a brisk evening we walk the gas lamp– lit promenade of Paseo de la Concha across town to the cobblestone streets of the Parte Vieja, San Sebastián’s historic, largely Baroque quarter. Our txikiteo—the Basque term for a pub crawl—begins at Bar Borda Berri, with plates of succulent duck breast with plum sauce and stewed beef cheek. After that, we stroll down an alley to Bar La Cepa for an unforget-table selection of Iberian ham and plates of sauteed mushrooms topped with a farm-fresh egg yolk. And at Bar Gorriti, we devour several servings of boquerones—fresh anchovy fillets marinated in vinegar with peppers, olives, and onion.
On our final night in San Sebastián, we discover that we’ve unwittingly saved the best for last. The highlight of our culinary pilgrimage, Arzak, occupies a red-brick building on what used to be the road to the French border, just 20 kilometers away. Founded by current owner Juan Mari Arzak’s grandparents as a “wine inn and tavern,” it was the first restaurant in Spain to win a Michelin star, in 1989. Today it has three.
The Arzak family no longer calls the building home, but chef Juan Mari’s daughter, Elena, has joined him in the kitchen. Together they manage to evoke both the comfort of a family-run restaurant and the precision you’d expect from such a culinary pedigree.
Elena Arzak offers to take us on a tour of the restaurant. We visit the wine cellar, her office (stacked high with cookbooks, including her own handwritten recipe book, complete with pencil sketches of dishes), and the “laboratory,” where, she says, “all the inventing takes place.” The humidity-controlled room is filled floor-to-ceiling with small plastic containers of every herb and spice imag-inable, many of which were brought back by staff and devotees of the restaurant from their travels. A freeze-drying machine, used to create so many of the new flavors and combinations that are emblematic of avant-garde Spanish cooking, occupies a corner.
Elena then sits us at her chef’s table, in full view of the bustling kitchen, to sample a menu she has just put together. Medium-rare lamb roulade and melt-in-your-mouth slices of carpaccio provide a nice anchor to bites of cheese-stuffed sardines with strawberries and balsamic-and-rockfish mousse, the latter wrapped in delicate fried noodles in the shape of a beehive. We particularly enjoy our dessert, whimsically dubbed the “Arzak Hardware Store.” It consists of tiny pieces of marzipan made to look like steel bolts and orange Lego pieces, alongside chocolates masquerading as rust-colored screws.
Our 9 p.m. dinner stretches past 1 a.m. As the staff scrub the kitchen and prepare to leave for the night, Elena stops by our table, urging us to linger. “I am still going to be around,” she says. “So enjoy; there is no need to rush. This is your home.”
From Barcelona or Madrid, connect to San Sebastián on Iberia Airlines (iberia.com).
Villa Soro: 61 Avenida de Ategorrieta, San Sebastian; 34-943/ 297-970; villasoro.com; doubles from US$173.
Akelarre
56 Paseo Padre Orcolaga; 34-943/311-209
273 Avda. Alcalde Jose Elosegui; 34-943/278-465.
Bar Borda Berri
12 Fermín Calbetón; 34-943/425-638.
Bar La Cepa
7 Calle 31 de Agosto; 34-943/426-394.
Etxebarri
1 Plaza San Juan, Axpe; 34-946/583-042.
Mugaritz
20 Caserio Otzazulueta, Errenteria; 34-943/522-455.
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Mykonos - Limnos is one of our busiest routes - sailings regularly sell out at busy periods
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Mykonos to Limnos Ferry
The Mykonos Limnos ferry route connects Cyclades Islands with Aegean Islands. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Hellenic Seaways. The crossing operates up to 1 times each week with sailing durations from around 17 hours 20 minutes.
Mykonos Limnos sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.
Forming one of the Cyclades group of islands, the island of Mykonos lies between the islands of Tinos, Paros and Naxos. The main town on the island, also called Mykonos (or Chora to the locals), has typically Cycladic architecture on display with its white washed houses with painted blue windows, pretty narrow streets and pebble-stoned pavements and small white chapels with sky blue cupolas. Many visitors choose to simply take a stroll through Chora, the old port, Little Venice and the Castle to take in the charm of the town. The island in general has a lively nightlife and is sometimes referred to as the "Ibiza of Greece" as a result of its summer club scene which is a major draw for thousands of tourists each year.
The island has two ports. The old Mykonos harbour is where passenger ferries arrive and the New Port of Tourlos is where mostly cruise ships dock. Ferry services from Mykonos depart to Piraeus and Rafina on the Greek mainland and to the other islands in the Cyclades, the Dodecanese islands and to Crete. Conventional and high speed ferries operate to and from the island.
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Diamond day for Gretna couple
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By Donald Turvill 11:00 AM, 17 Oct 2020
WHEN Steve and Sybil Boertien broke the news that they were heading for Carlisle Registry Office to spontaneously tie the knot, some doubts were cast.
Steve was 18 and Sybil 17 – but being told they were ‘too young and daft’ to be making such decisions didn’t put them off.
That was in October 1945, and 75 years on, the pair are continuing to put doubts to bed as they celebrate a remarkable milestone – their diamond wedding anniversary.
The couple, of Solway Road, Gretna, met each other in the town as teenagers whilst still at school.
After briefly moving in with Sybil’s mother following a modest wedding, the pair got their own house nearby on Raeburn Crescent, before later moving down the road to Springfield. Steve worked in Carlisle as a driver for Pirelli tyres and Sybil at the 14 M.U RAF Station.
Upon retirement 20 years ago, they moved back home to Gretna where they have resided since.
Steve and Sybil, now 93 and 92, are kept busy by their ever-growing family of two sons, seven grandsons, 13 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Asked of the secret to their long and prosperous 75 years together, Sybil replied: “We’ve never had a big fight; we don’t argue about money or things, we just get on with it.
“We used to go to dances quite regularly and we’ve always had a good circle of friends.”
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Your first look at the Ninth Doctor in ‘Time Lord Victorious’
FeaturedDoctor Who MagazineTime Lord VictoriousNinth DoctorRose TylerMonstrous BeautyJames GossScott GrayVampires
The Ninth Doctor joins Time Lord Victorious in this month’s issue of Doctor Who Magazine! The two part comic adventure, Monstrous Beauty, sees the Ninth Doctor and Rose facing the Vampire Alliance in the Dark Times… and we have an exclusive sneak peek!
Doctor Who Magazine Issue #556 is on sale from Thursday 17th September 2020. It is available to order as a subscription, either physical or digital, here.
Have a look at a panel from Monstrous Beauty here:
As well as the first part of Time Lord Victorious: Monstrous Beauty, this issue of Doctor Who Magazine has a detailed guide to Time Lord Victorious and an interview with producer James Goss.
James reveals more about the origins of the multi-platform story here:
“Essentially my job was to shape the entire project and provide vague story outlines for each strand. I spent my first week at the BBC writing a Time Lord Victorious bible. Then I had meetings with each of the licensees, going into more detail as people asked questions or made suggestions.
"There was a terrible moment at the end of March – I think we all had a terrible moment at the end of March – when we had a routine meeting and I expected everyone to say, ‘Sorry, can we postpone this project until the crisis is over?’ But absolutely every licensee was committed to finding a way of carrying on. It was a genuinely moving meeting. Big Finish started the ball rolling by saying, ‘We can’t record in a studio but Paul McGann’s son has some band kit in the garage…’ And it went on from there.”
This month, you can get the first part of the Ninth Doctor adventure Monstrous Beauty, the full interview with James Goss and much more the new issue of Doctor Who Magazine (#556).
Issue 556 includes:
A bonus 20-page supplement featuring the first part of Time Lord Victorious: Monstrous Beauty, an exclusive new comic-strip adventure for the Ninth Doctor and Rose.
A detailed guide to Time Lord Victorious and an interview with producer James Goss.
Tracy-Ann Oberman answers questions from the TARDIS tin.
A celebration of Virgin Publishing’s New Adventures novels, including contributions from authors including Russell T Davies, Paul Cornell and Mark Gatiss.
The Fact of Fiction explores the 1964 story Marco Polo, plus interviews with Waris Hussein, Brian Hodgson and Derek Ware.
The untold story behind a proposed season of Doctor Who repeats in the late 1970s.
Apocrypha looks at Doctor Who Fights Masterplan “Q”.
A review of the new animated version of Fury from the Deep.
Previews and reviews, news, prize-winning competitions, Time and Space Visualiser and The Blogs of Doom…
A giant double-sided poster.
A diorama of the Ninth Doctor’s TARDIS control room.
A download code for a complete, six-part audio adventure from Big Finish.
Don’t delay! Doctor Who Magazine Issue #556 is on sale from Thursday 17th September 2020. It is available to order as a subscription, either physical or digital, here.
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COVID-19 Update: WHO Says Herd Immunity Won’t Happen in 2021; Moderna Says Vaccine Should Protect People for At Least a Year; and More
As of Tuesday, January 12, 2021, here are the latest COVID-19 numbers around the world, according to statistics aggregator, Worldometer.
World Cases: Over 91.5 million.
World Deaths: 1,960,318 deaths.
Countries Outside of the US with Most Infections:
India: 10,493,457 confirmed cases; 151,522 deaths.
Brazil: 8,133,833 confirmed cases; 203,617 deaths.
Russia: 3,448,203 confirmed cases; 62,804 deaths.
France: 2,786,838 confirmed cases; 68,060 deaths.
UK: 3,164,051 confirmed cases; 83,203 deaths.
Herd Immunity Out the Question in 2021, Even with Vaccines
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that social distancing measures will need to remain in place “for the rest of the year,” even with vaccination rollouts underway, simply because it takes time to build up herd immunity. WHO’s Chief Scientist Dr. Soumya Swaminathan said herd immunity won’t be achieved this year. “Because even as vaccines start protecting the most vulnerable, we are not going to achieve any level of population immunity, or herd immunity in 2021 and even if it happens in a couple of pockets in a few countries, it’s not going to protect people across the world.”
Moderna Believes its Vaccine will Protect Against COVID for At Least a Year
Moderna believes its COVID-19 vaccine should protect people against the coronavirus for at least a year, according to a top official. “Our expectation is that the vaccination should last you at least a year,” Moderna’s chief medical officer Tal Zaks told the JP Morgan 39th Annual Healthcare Conference. “We’ll have to boost people to see how well the boost works,” Zaks said. “We think there is an opportunity to boost, especially the ones at high risk, should you need it.”
AstraZeneca Vaccine May Be Authorized by End of March
Operation Warp Speed is hoping to receive emergency use authorization of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine by the end of March, according to a top official. “In terms of the AstraZeneca vaccine, the assumption we are working on is that the emergency use authorization will be submitted on the basis of the ongoing Phase 3 trial in the US,” Slaoui said during a briefing on Tuesday.
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US Cases: Over 23.1 million.
US Deaths: 386,324 deaths.
US States with Most Confirmed Cases:
California: 2,758,909 confirmed cases; 30,386 deaths.
Texas: 1,997,795 confirmed cases; 30,795 deaths.
Florida: 1,488,586 confirmed cases; 23,075 deaths.
New York: 1,182,351 confirmed cases; 39,808 deaths.
Illinois: 1,033,526 confirmed cases; 19,363 deaths.
US Now Averaging 3,000 COVID-19 Deaths Per Day Over the Past Week
To put the COVID-19 pandemic in perspective, the US is now suffering the equivalent of the 9/11 attacks every day. And over the past week, an average of 248,650 new Covid-19 infections have been reported every day.
US Vaccine Roll Out is Still Very Low
The vaccine roll out in the US to combat COVID-19 is still going slow. Out of over 22 million doses of vaccine that have been distributed to hospitals and pharmacies across the nation, only about 6.7 million people have been vaccinated thus far.
President-elect Biden Receives Second Vaccine Dose
President-elect Joe Biden received his second dose of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine, and expressed confidence in the coronavirus taskforce, despite the disappointment in some of their progression. “I do,” he said, reiterating that he will be unveiling his Covid-19 plan on Thursday. Biden said that 3-4,000 people dying per day is “beyond the pale.”
New York: 1,116,929 confirmed cases; 39,149
US Reports More Than 4,000 COVID-19 Deaths in a Day
The US has reached perhaps its most dire milestone yet, after 4,080 COVID-19 deaths were reported on Thursday – both a new record one day death toll and the first time that number has exceeded 4,000.
Highest Single-Day Death Toll, CDC Warns it Could Get Worse
The US reported 3,865 COVID-19 deaths on Wednesday, a single day record. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned that the overall death toll could surpass 430,000 by the end of January.
Illinois: 991,719 confirmed cases; 18,562 deaths.
US Hospitalizations Continue to Rise
Hospitalizations in the United States, including California, which reported more than 45,000 new cases in recent days. California has been hit especially hard, but New York, like all major cities, is suffering greatly from the pandemic, with NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio now pushing from adults over the age of 75 to be prioritized for vaccination against COVID. New York City Health Commissioner Dave Chokshi elaborated that over the past 30 days, 6% of all cases are over 75 and up, but 30% of hospitalizations and 58% of deaths are in persons 75 and older. Percent positivity is also increasing in this category.
A Grim Death Toll in LA
Per a CNN report, over 1,000 people have died of Covid-19 in Los Angeles County over the past week as California grapples with surging cases and overwhelmed hospitals. “L.A. County reached the terrible milestone of more than 11,000 deaths due to Covid-19,” Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Director Dr. Barbara Ferrer said in a statement, as she urged all residents to stay home and follow public health orders”As a community, we must commit to stopping the spread of Covid-19 in its tracks so that we can save as many lives as possible.”
COVID Hitting California Especially Hard
California reported that over 45,350 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, with hospitals in the state now pushed to their brink. Hospitals in California are now treating a record number of coronavirus cases, including many health workers. Per a CNN report, at Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center, 44 employees in the emergency department tested positive for the virus between December 27 and January 1. The harsh and devastating reality is, in Los Angeles County, and a person is dying of the virus every 15 minutes, according to a health official.
Over 4.2 Million Americans Vaccinated – That’s Not Enough
The US has vaccinated more than 4.2 million people with their first doses thus far, but that number is far behind what officials had hoped. That number also means herd immunity remains far off. To combat this lag, the US may start giving half doses of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine to people age 18 to 55, making the vaccine available to twice as many people in that age group.
A Startling Statistic
Johns Hopkins University data shows that the US has averaged 2,637 COVID-19 deaths every day. In other words, every 33 seconds an American is dying from the virus. On Sunday, more people were hospitalized with Covid-19 than any other day in this pandemic — 125,544, according to the Covid Tracking Project.
New York: 972,951 confirmed cases; 37,518 deaths.
US Hits Record Heaths and Hospitalizations
The US recorded more than 3,700 new deaths from COVID-19, a chilling new high. Also, the US reported more than 124,600 hospitalizations nationwide, also a record. “The next couple of months are going to be awful,” said Dr. Jonathan Reiner, professor of medicine at George Washington University. “We’re going to lose 3,000, maybe more people a day, probably until we’re well into February. And then, we should start to see some light.
Possibly Two Cases of New Variant in Colorado
Health officials in Colorado county believe they’ve found a second case of new, more contagious coronavirus variant originally identified in UK. There is “no indication at this point” that this event has gone beyond the facility and into the larger community, according to county health director Dwayne Smith in an interview with CNN.
Vaccine Roll Out Slower than Expected
Although the Government had initially promised 20 million vaccine doses would be administered by the end of December, but data from the CDC shows that only about 11.4 million doses have been distributed, with only 2.1 million administered.
Houses Passes Measure to Increase Stimulus Checks
On Monday, the House of Representatives Passed a measure to increase stimulus checks from $600 to $2,0000, thanks in large part to President Trump championing the increase. The bill now heads to senate. The legislation passed with a 275-134 vote. “Following the strong bipartisan vote in the House, tomorrow I will move to pass the legislation in the Senate to quickly deliver Americans with $2,000 emergency checks,” said Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer in a statement. “Every Senate Democrat is for this much-needed increase in emergency financial relief, which can be approved tomorrow if no Republican blocks it — there is no good reason for Senate Republicans to stand in the way.”
Almost 70,000 People Vaccinated in NYC, Says Mayor
More than 67,000 people have been vaccinated against COVID-19 in New York City, Mayor Bill de Blasio said, adding that “results, again, have been great.” The city administered 12,515 vaccine doses on Dec. 23, alone.
Stocks Once Again Open High
The US stock market once again opened higher on Tuesday, on track for a second day of record highs.
Here’s how Wall Street opened:
The Dow opened 0.5%, or 142 points, higher.
The S&P 500 also rose 0.5%.
The Nasdaq Composite opened up 0.5%.
President Trump Signs Coronavirus Relief Bill
President Trump green lit the $2.3 trillion COVID-19 relief and government funding package on Sunday night – thus avoiding a government shutdown that was set to begin on Tuesday, as CNN reported. The $900 billion for COVID relief will extend unemployment benefits for millions of Americans, and disperse $600 stimulus checks. However, because Trump signed the bill on Sunday and not Saturday, it has a negative impact – people enrolled in the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance and the Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation programs will likely not receive a payment for the final week of the year.
Overall though, the signing avoids not only a government shutdown, which was set to begin on Tuesday, but job losses. For example, Southwest Airlines said the stimulus bill will allow them to avoid employee furloughs – which would have been a first in the company’s history.
Stocks Up Today After Trump Signs Off on Stimulus Package
Stocks opened higher on Monday following President Trump’s signing of the COVID-19 relief package bill.
The Dow opened up 0.6%, or 176 points.
The S&P 500 rose 0.7%.
At Least 2 Million Americans Vaccinated for COVID So Far
On Saturday, the CDC Covid Data Tracker said that 9,547,925 vaccine doses had been distributed and 1,944,585 had been administered. However, Admiral Brett Giroir, assistant secretary for health at the US Department of Health and Human Services said on Good Morning America that , “the two million number is probably an underestimate.”
Giroir said that 10.8 million doses have been distributed to the states, “that two million number is delayed three to seven days, so we certainly expect that to be a multiple of two million.”
Trump Tells Congress to Amend Stimulus Package
President Donald Trump is asking Congress to make changes to the COVID-19 relief bill it passed on Tuesday, leaving the future of the $900 billion stimulus package in doubt. Trump is demanding more money put into the pockets of Americans. “I’m asking Congress to amend this bill and increase the ridiculously low $600 to $2000 or $4000 per couple,” Trump said in a video released on Twitter. “I’m also asking Congress to immediately get rid of the wasteful and unnecessary items in this legislation or to send me a suitable bill.”
Pfizer/Moderna Testing Vaccine Against UK Variant
Both Pfizer and Moderna are testing their vaccine against the new variant of coronavirus, which may be up to 70% more transmissible than the current strain. But has the new strain reached the US?
The variant has not been identified in the United States, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a Tuesday brief, but “given the small fraction of US infections that have been sequenced, the variant could already be in the United States without having been detected.”
US Deaths: 325,006.
House and Senate Reach Deal on New Stimulus Package
Leaders in the House and Senate were finally able to reach an agreement on Sunday for a $900 billion coronavirus relief bill. The package would send direct stimulus payments of $600 to individuals, which is half of amount sent in the first package. For unemployed individuals, the federal government would provide $300 per week for 11 weeks, from the end of December through mid-March. Moreover, the Bill would reopen the Paycheck Protection Program, and provide $82 billion in school and child care funding.
Moderna Vaccine Approved
Moderna’s vaccine was approved for use and is now arriving across the US today. It became the second vaccine to receive approval by the FDA, behind Pfizer/BioNTech’s vaccine.
US Hits Record Hospitalizations for 12th Consecutive Day
The United States reported a record high number of coronavirus hospitalizations the 12th day in a row on Thursday. More than 114,200 people were hospitalized with COVID-19 yesterday, according to the COVID Tracking Project.
Overall, here are the numbers for US cases of COVID-19:
FDA Looking to Green Light Moderna Vaccine
US officials are “rapidly” working to issuing an emergency use authorization for Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine. A panel voted on Thursday voted to recommend the vaccine for public use.
US Hits a New Record in Deaths & Hospitalizations
On Wednesday, the US recorded 3,600 deaths from COVID-19, a record since the pandemic started in March 2020, according to data from Johns Hopkins University. Moreover, the data revealed more than 230,000 new coronavirus infections and 113,090 new hospitalizations. — a number that’s been on the rise since Dec. 6.
Fauci Says Moderna’s Vaccine Could Receive EUA Today
Advisers to the US FDA are meeting today to discuss Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine. The FDA is expected to grant emergency use authorization to this Moderna’s candidate, which boasts similar efficacy to Pfizer’s vaccine.
Most Americans Will Likely Get Vaccine, Survey Finds
A survey found that 71% of Americans say that they will “definitely or probably” get a COVID-19 vaccine. The survey was published on Tuesday from the Kaiser Family Foundation. The number is up from 63% in September, however, African Americans, people living in rural areas, and Republicans are more hesitant about the vaccine, the survey showed.
Stimulus Package Deal Getting Closer
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer now says “the finish line is in sight” with respect to a COVID-19 relief package. “And as we race the clock to reach a final accord before the end of the year, we are close to an agreement. It’s not a done deal yet, but we are very close,” Schumer said in his floor remarks Wednesday morning.
That sentiment seems to be shared by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, who said that Hill leaders have “made major headway toward hammering out a targeted pandemic relief package that would be able to pass both chambers with bipartisan majorities,” and have “committed to continuing these urgent discussions until we have an agreement.”
FDA Panel Confirms Efficacy of Moderna Vaccine
An advisory committee from the US FDA released a document detailing data on Moderna’ COVID-19 vaccine, which may be approved for emergency use authorization (EUA) this week in the US among adults aged 18 and older. The document confirms that the vaccine is 94.5% effective against COVID-19, occurring at least 14 days following the second dose – backing the efficacy percentage previously reported by Moderna. The proposed dosing regimen is to administer two 100-microgram doses of vaccine one month apart.
Fauci on the Vaccine’s Safety
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared on ABC this morning, and was asked how people can be sure the COVID-19 vaccine is safety, given the speed at which it was developed. Fauci said, “The speed was not at all at the sacrifice of safety. The speed was the reflection of extraordinary advances in the science of vaccine platform technology.”
Stocks Rise Due to Vaccine and Stimulus Optimism
US stocks opened significantly higher Tuesday, as hopes grow on the COVID-19 vaccine and the potential for another federal stimulus package. The markets opened today as follows:
The Dow gained 0.6%, or nearly 170 points.
The S&P 500 was up 0.7%.
The Nasdaq Composite also rose 0.7%.
US Starts Vaccinating
A historic moment in the seemingly never-ending pandemic, the United States has finally starting vaccinating citizens against the COVID-19 vaccine. An ICU nurse in New York City was among the first people in the country to get a shot. “I’m feeling well. I would like to thank all the frontline workers and all my colleagues … doing their job during this pandemic all over the world,” said Sandra Lindsay, an ICU nurse at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens. “I feel hopeful today, relieved. I hope this marks the beginning of the end of a very painful time.”
After achieving the approval of the US FDA, the CDC has authorized the vaccine to be given to people 16 and older. “We expect 145 sites across all the states to receive vaccine on Monday, another 425 sites on Tuesday, and the final 66 sites on Wednesday, which will complete the initial delivery of the Pfizer orders for vaccine,” said Gustave Perna, chief operating officer of Operation Warp Speed.
FDA Pannel Green Lights Pfizer/BioNTech Vaccine
Vaccine Advisers from the US FDA voted on Thursday to recommend that the agency approves the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine. Overall, 17 members of the Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee voted yes, four voted no and one abstained. The FDA is expected to issue Emergency Use Authorization as early as tomorrow (Saturday).
Fauci Reiterates that “Normality” Won’t Come Until At Least Summer 2021
As as a COVID-19 vaccine is dispensed to the public, it will still take months before the nation returns to normal, says Dr. Anthony Fauci.”If we have a smooth vaccination program where everybody steps to the plate quickly, we could get back to some form of normality, reasonably quickly. Into the summer, and certainly into the fall,” Dr. Anthony Fauci told CNN Thursday.
“My hope and my projection is that if we get people vaccinated en masse so that we get that large percentage of the population, as we get into the fall, we can get real comfort about people being in schools, safe in school — be that K-12, or college,” he added.
Committee Meets Today to Consider Emergency Authorization for COVID-19 Vaccine
A group of advisers are discussing emergency use authorization (EUA) of Pfizer/BioNTech’s COVID-19 candidate, and widely expected to grant such authorization. “Our team has done their initial analysis, and we do feel that preliminarily that the success criteria have been met,” FDA Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn told CNN Tuesday.
White House Aims to Deploy Vaccine Within 96 Hours of Authorization
The US and Food and Drug Administration will meet on Thursday to discuss whether to grant emergency use authorization (EUA) for the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine. A decision could come within days of that meeting, and shortly thereafter, the plan is to start vaccinating Americans. After any EUA is made, “we will start to have shots in arms within 96 hours” of that decision, Gen. Gustave Perna, chief operating officer of the federal government’s Operation Warp Speed vaccine initiative, said Tuesday. “That’s what I believe with all my heart.”
Senior Leaders to Receive Vaccine First, Says Pentagon
The Pentagon confirmed that a small number of senior officials will be among the first to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. “We do intend as part of this initial phase of healthcare workers, emergency responders, etcetera, have some very small set of very visible leaders that will volunteer to take the vaccine, do it in a public way as one way of helping to message the safety and efficacy and underscore that we are encouraging all those eligible personnel to take the vaccine,” Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, Thomas McCaffery, announced Wednesday.
Delta Places Nearly 700 People on No-Fly List Over Mask Wearing
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian says that almost 700 people have been placed on a no-fly list by the company for refusing to comply with the airline’s mask wearing policy.
President Trump to Sign EO Prioritizing Vaccine Shipment to Americans
President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order on Tuesday which will prioritize the shipment of a COVID-19 vaccine to Americans before other nations, according to senior officials and reported by CNN. The signing is expected to take place during a vaccine summit at the White House, and is intended to quell any fears that there won’t be enough vaccine to go around to each American after dispensing begins.
Peer-Reviewed Data Confirms AstraZeneca Vaccine is 70% Effective
AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine candidate was confirmed to be 70.4% effective in an interim analysis, published in a peer-viewed journal. “Overall vaccine efficacy across both groups was 70.4%,” the researchers – from the University of Oxford, AstraZeneca and other institutions around the world – wrote in the study. “Here, we present the first interim safety and efficacy data for a viral vector coronavirus vaccine, ChAdOx1 nCoV-19, evaluated in four trials across three continents, showing significant vaccine efficacy of 70.4% after two doses and protection of 64.1% after at least one standard dose, against symptomatic disease, with no safety concerns,” the researchers wrote.
Pfizer Says People Need to Take 2 Doses for 95% Efficacy
Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla said that while patients have some level of protection from COVID-19 after 12 days of taking the first dose, a second dose is necessary to achieve 95% efficacy. “This is a two-dose vaccine, so people need to take two doses to be able to feel confident that they’re protected at 95% — 95% chance of being protected,” Bourla said during an International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations briefing on Tuesday. “At the dose one, it’s around 50%, something like that.”
Trump Administration Official Explains Why US Passed Up on Buying More Pfizer Vaccine
An official with the White’s “Operation Warp Speed” explained why the team passed up a chance to purchase more than the current total of 100 million doses of the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine. According to the official, the decision was made as part of a plan to “diversify” the nation’s vaccine arsenal through the purchase of millions of doses from Pfizer’s rivals. At the time, officials at “Operation Warp Speed” had no idea the Pfizer vaccine was going to be this effective. “The plan was to diversify and don’t put all your eggs in one basket.”
US Nears 200,000 Cases Per Day Average
The US infection rate is dire and a vaccine can’t come soon enough. The US is now averaging 200,000 new cases of COVID-19 each day. Health experts say that “behavior and cold weather” are the culprits for the surge. “People are going indoors, they’re not minding the three W’s,” Health and Human Services secretary, Alex Azar, told Fox News’ Chris Wallace Sunday. “Our advice is always the same. Wash your hands, watch your distance, wear face coverings.”
Rudy Giuliani Hospitalized with COVID-19
Former New York City mayor and personal attorney of President Donald Trump, Rudy Giuliani, has been hospitalized after testing positive for COVID-19. Giuliani, 76, was admitted to Georgetown University Hospital on Sunday, according to a CNN report. Giuliani Tweeted that he is, “Getting great care and feeling good.”
Thank you to all my friends and followers for all the prayers and kind wishes.
I’m getting great care and feeling good.
Recovering quickly and keeping up with everything.
— Rudy W. Giuliani (@RudyGiuliani) December 7, 2020
Gov. Cuomo Orders New York Hospitals to Increase Capacity by 25%
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced as part of NY’s new “Surge and Flex” strategy that hospitals must increase bed capacity by 25%. The state’s positivity rate is currently 4.79%.
Biden Urges Americans to Don Masks for 100 Days
President-elect Joe Biden is urging Americans to wear masks for the next 100 days to reduce the spread of COVID-19. “Just 100 days to mask, not forever. One hundred days. And I think we’ll see a significant reduction,” Biden told CNN’s Jake Tapper.
COVID-19 the Leading Cause of Death in the US This Week
COVID-19 is the leading cause of death in the US this week – surpassing heart disease, and cancer. There were an average of 1,660 deaths per day across America this week, according to the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation and the University of Washington.
Fauci Apologizes for Suggesting UK Rushed Vaccine
Dr. Anthony Fauci today apologized for suggesting British regulators had not scrutinized the disease closely enough. There really has been a misunderstanding, and for that, I’m sorry and I apologize for that. I do have great faith in both the scientific community and the regulatory community at the UK,” Fauci told the BBC. “I do have confidence. It came out wrong and that was not the way I meant it to be,” he added.
UK Did Not Scrutinize Pfizer Vaccine Trial as Well as US FDA Did, Says Fauci
British health regulators who authorized the Pfizer vaccine did not scrutinize the trial data as closely as the US FDA is doing in its review, according to Dr. Fauci. “The way the FDA is, our FDA is doing it, is the correct way,” Fauci said in an interview on Fox News.
“We really scrutinize the data very carefully to guarantee to the American public that this is a safe and efficacious vaccine,” he said. “I think if we did any less, we would add to the already existing hesitancy on the part of many people to take the vaccine because they’re concerned about safety or they’re concerned that we went too quickly.”
Moderna Expects 100-125 Million Doses of Vaccine Globally in Early 2021
Moderna said on Thursday it expects between 100 million and 125 million doses of its COVID-19 vaccine available by the first quarter of 2021. “Today, Moderna re-affirmed its expectation of having approximately 20 million doses available in the U.S. by the end of 2020,” the company said in a statement. “Additionally, the Company expects to have between 100 million and 125 million doses available globally in the first quarter of 2021, with 85-100 million of those available in the U.S. and 15-25 million of those available outside of the U.S. These expected first quarter doses are inclusive within the 500 million to up to 1 billion doses that the Company expects to manufacture globally in 2021.”
First Shipments of Pfizer Vaccine to be Delivered on Dec. 15
The first shipments of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine will be delivered on December 15, according to Operation Warp Speed and reported by CNN. The date is still contingent upon a decision by the US Food and Drug Administration to authorize each vaccine for emergency use. Pfizer submitted an application to the FDA on November 20, and Moderna submitted its application 10 days later, on November 30.
CDC Advisory Panel Votes on Who Gets Vaccine First
A panel of advisers to the US CDC voted 13-1 to recommend that both health care personnel and residents of long-term care facilities to be first in line for any COVID-19 that receives emergency use authorization from the FDA.
CDC Director Suggests Mandating COVID-19 Vaccine for Certain Industries
Certain occupations and populations may benefit from a coronavirus vaccine mandate, according to CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield. “It will be a decision, I think, each industry will make,” Redfield said. “I do think there are certain industries where I think it would be important to protect their workforce, and some other industries where it may be important to make sure that they protect their costumers and consumers.”
US Surpasses 100,000 Hospitalizations
The US surpassed 100,000 COVID-19 hospitalizations on Wednesday, according to a report from the COVID Tracking Project (CTP).
Almost 50 NBA Players Test Positive
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CDC Shortens Virus Quarantine Time
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All Americans Who Want to Be Vaccinated Can Be By June
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Dodgers vs Brewers Preview: Greinke Looks To Bounce Back
by Staff Writer 08/09/2014, 3:49 PM
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After last night’s 9-3 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers, the Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to rebound from a game that was plagued by costly errors. The Dodgers will play the second game of a seven game road trip that will take the team from Milwaukee to Atlanta this upcoming week.
Zack Greinke (12-7, 2.71 ERA) takes the mound tonight at Miller Park a place where he went 16-0 in home starts with the Brewers form 2011-12. Things haven’t gone as good for Greinke as a visiting pitcher as he gave up five runs in a 5-2 defeat last season. He will also look to bounce back from his last start against another former team, the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Greinke wasn’t sharp on Monday as he gave up five runs in a 5-0 loss to the Angels. The right hander has pitched fairly well away from home this season going 6-5 with a 2.75 ERA and has a 2.60 ERA since the All-Star break.
On the mound for the Brewers is Mike Fiers (0-1, 2.57) who is coming off the DL and making his first start since June 2, 2013. He will be starting for Matt Garza, who was placed on the DL earlier this week. Friers has gone 2-0 with a 1.04 ERA against the Dodgers in two games since 2011. He has spent most of 2014 in the minors and has pitched mostly in a bullpen role for the Brewers.
Matt Kemp and Adrian Gonzalez are two players to look out for in tonight’s contest as both have been swinging the bats fairly well. Kemp has hit .292 away from Dodger Stadium this season and Gonzalez has a career .393 BA at Miller Park.
One player that the Dodgers will be missing tonight is Hanley Ramirez, who was taken out of yesterdays game after one inning with tightness in his right side. Miguel Rojas will be starting in his place at shortstop tonight.
Dodgers Lineup
2B: Gordon
CF: Puig
1B: Gonzalez
RF: Kemp
LF: Crawford
3B: Uribe
C: Ellis
SS: Rojas
P: Greinke
Brewers Lineup
CF: Gomez
C: Lucroy
RF: Braun
3B: Ramirez
2B: Gennett
LF: Davis
1B: Reynolds
SS: Segura
P: Fiers
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└ Tags: becky, dorothy, joyce, robin, sarah
but Becky, you’d either have to fill the vaccine with instructions on how to destroy Dotty’s face, or a dead/weakened version of Dotty’s face
C.T Phipps
I think we’re reaching the point where it’s no longer playful (if it ever was) and Becky just seethes with a genuine unjustified hate of Dorothy.
One she barely disguises.
DailyBrad
Ehh, I don’t think she actually hates her. She’s just kind of a crass person, like, most of her Walky interactions.
Icalasari
Either Becky doesn’t know what going too far means, or she actually hates Dorothy for “Taking Joyce” or something but sucks at self reflection so hard she still thinks it’s just playful and fun rather than actual hatred
The alternative is that Becky struggles with her attraction to Dorothy and hates that she’s fallen for a second straight girl.
Giguioto
To be quite fair to Dorothy, I tend to assume that she is upfront enough to directly say to Becky that she doesn’t appreciate the way she has been treating her. Or at least that’s what Becky thinks (?), because I have the feeling that if Dorothy deliberately started to avoid Becky, the later would feel bad.
Well, that’d be a thing.
Honestly I’m less “anticipating the payoff” as just waiting for something besides “Becky is a jackass to Dorothy, who takes it”, again.
Yeah this record has been played too many times, I mean something will probably happen but it’d be nice to see it sooner rather than later
Rabid Rabbit
The looks on Sarah and Joyce’s faces suggest it may be sooner than we think.
December 27, 2020 at 4:34 am | #
Call me crazy, but I’ve been in a similar position of Dorothy’s: Having to leave friends whom you love in order to pursue a dream. My theory here is that Dorothy is going to Yale and she is trying to enjoy her last few days with her friends the best she can. If having to tolerate Becky’s behavior is the price to pay, so be it.
Regalli
I kind of doubt Dorothy’s leaving for Yale this semester after already starting at IU. Just… doesn’t make any practical sense. (Registration, tuition, moving her things out of the dorm and immediately hauling them to Massachusetts, transfers require notice with the school…) But I do think she has plans to be at Yale in the fall, and there ‘well, Becky’s only a relatively short-term thing’ applies.
Of course, a full semester is still plenty of time to test that tolerance to Becky.
It’s scratched and stuck in a loop, somebody needs to give the table a bump to get it back on track.
I mean, given she grew up with Joyce who just learned what boundaries are, I wouldn’t be surprised if she doesn’t realize she’s going too far
Some Ed
So long as it’s just words, it feels to me like Becky just doesn’t know where to draw the line in her playful dislike. Mostly because I’ve known a number of people who are like that.
I feel like Becky would do fine in politics and make a real benefit to the world.
But I felt the same as a redeemed Robin.
Becky, at this rate, will become president of the united states while running as a gag and trying to lose. Against Dorothy.
Kyrik Michalowski
As someone who has never seen it, why is Robin telling them to watch Parks and Rec? Also is Parks and Rec any good?
Its about a low level city bureaucrat trying to do good and be optimistic about her job’s zero importance.
It also has Chris Pratt.
2020 happened and Chris Pratt is less of a ringing endorsement for a show now.
It’s a shame because I really liked Guardians of the Galaxy but I don’t think I could like it as much now with Pratt hanging over my head.
Yeah, Parks and Rec helped Chris Pratt launch his career and that is now a point against it.
What the fuck happened? Did he wink at a 17 year old or accidentally use the N word or something?
Furubatsu
He supports conversion therapy and left Guardians of the galaxy after it was announced in the comics that his character is poly and bi, stating “creative differences”.
Probably other things too.
That’s disappointing as I like Chris Pratt, do you have any links?
He supports a church whose sister church used to support conversion therapy nine years ago. That is not at all the same as him supporting conversion therapy. You can find it a dealbreaker that he supports that church without exaggerating his actual beliefs.
I can’t find anything about him leaving. Source?
What Furubatsu said. Also, could we not be flippant about sexualizing minors and racial slurs? How can you -accidentally- use what is one of the most harmful words in the English language?
I suppose you could be very drunk to the point of slurring your words, think you’re gonna be funny and deliberately mispronounced “inebriated”, and then horrify both yourself and your SO when the absolute worst case scenario occurs and now you’ve accidentally said something you’re sure glad nobody else heard.
I’m not sure I equate winking at a 17 year old with sexulizing minors, but if you can use a racial slur by accident something is seriously wrong with you.
Kryss LaBryn
Okay, this is hilarious (in that these poor bastards do seem to have accidentally used a racial slur lol). At least a decade ago now (maybe longer) there was this ad for a small house on a little Australian realtor’s website that absolutely Blew. Up. Because of a slur they had put into the description, that seems to have been a typo.
I honestly believe that it legit probably was a typo, because the ‘N’ and the ‘B’ keys are right beside each other; and they were describing how this small house had a charm, that what they rephrased (once they heard about the typo, probably from reporters, lol) as larger homes lacked.
Frankly, I would have simply corrected the typo and left it as “bigger homes;” but I can also understand them wanting to just be done with it with no question that what they wrote was not remotely what they meant, lol.
Pretty specific accident; but at least possible and believable, lol.
–Oh! Reminded of another one; a coworker (fellow Canadian) came to work one day feeling extremely embarrassed, because it had snowed (unusual in the Vancouver area), and when he had stopped at a store to grab something on the way to work, the very nice cashier had said to him something along the lines of, “So I hear it’s pretty cold out?”
And he unthinkingly replied, “Heh, yeah, it’s pretty nippy.”
And then immediately felt like shit, because the cashier was Asian, and he’d honestly just meant it was a bit chilly out. Does that one count?
One of the people I went to school with was a white guy from a rural community which was so non-diverse that he grew up without actually being exposed to any racism besides what’s on TV. (Which is, incidentally, one grandfather different than my 1-8 experience, so I know it’s theoretically possible. I’ll admit that, roughly 13 years later, I went back for a visit, to find that a single black family had moved into the valley where I lived for those seven formative years, and I was shocked to find out how incredibly racist just about everybody in town was. Which is to say, they finally accepted *me*, despite the fact that I hadn’t been born there, because at least I was white, and they expanded on the ways they demonstrated hatred. I hadn’t expected that they’d accept the black family, but I thought they’d just give the same sort of hate that I’d gotten.)
His first exposure to people using the ‘n’ word in real life was at college, specifically in conversations his black roommate had with his black friends. After one completely clueless use of the word on his part, his roommate explained that, as a white guy, he should never, ever use that word.
Apart from that one incident in their freshman year, he otherwise got along very well with his roommate. They proceeded to room together for the rest of their time at college.
Nearly 4 years later, his roommate told him, “Ok, I think you’ve earned the ability to use the `n` word. But *only* when talking with just this specific group of people we’re in *right* now.”
That white guy could accidentally use the ‘n’ word, if he thought he was alone with that specific group of people, but they were on camera and so the whole world found out.
Other than that case, or equally extreme cases, I’m not sure how one could accidentally use it, without having a history of using it maliciously.
That said, I feel like there’s a lot more room for blissfully ignorant usage of the word than most people realize, because outside of extremely rural settings, it seems impossible to comprehend how incredibly non-diverse some parts of rural America are, and what can slip through the cracks when that happens.
Poskie
Just for my own edification, how does one accidentally say the N word? My imagination must be very limited, because I can’t think of one scenario.
Well, I suppose I can think of one…. If the word is constantly swirling around one’s head and being used in one’s personal racist musings, perhaps it could slip out in a moment of accidental honesty. Does that happen to you frequently, Ob?
See also: NASCAR driver Kyle Larson.
I can only imagine a “legitimate” accidental use being you meant to say that words that means “cheap” and is harder to say than “cheap” and why is that word even in your lexicon, just say “cheap”
that words THANKS PHONE if it’s not misspelling it’s inappropriate pluralisation
I take issue with the “wink at a 17 year old” bit. Nobody’s acting career has ever been harmed because of something like that.
Come to think of it, most of those Hollywood types have probably done waaaay worse and their careers have been completely intact. All of them know about it, regardless, so none of ’em are off the hook.
That having been said, there have been people whose acting careers were ruined over something they characterized as “winking at a 17 year old”.
I’m blanking on the name, but the one that comes to mind had actually been filming kiddie porn, according to the judgement of a court of law. But at least in his initial public response, he continued to deny that.
I think most of them have been less egregious than that, but it’s pretty incredible about how flippant some people can be, when they’ve actually been involved in things much worse.
How do you accidentally use the N-word?
Seregiel
Mispronounced the country of Niger.
misanthropope
or, purely hypothetically, meaning “niggard” and having it go pear shaped because you read a lot more than you talk to people.
good thing that would never, ever happen. probably scar a dude.
December 27, 2020 at 9:05 pm | #
expertly trolled, Willis
It is good but it’s also about the admin side of the parks and recreation department for a local government in a made up indiana town. The townsfolk show up a lot, the boss is anti-government and the main character is basically dotty.
Parks and Rec is good from season 2 on. Luckily season 1 is only about 7 episodes long.
It’s very much a product of it’s time, but if you can make peace with the Obama-era liberalism of it, it’s pretty solid
As I rewatch various sitcoms from the Obama-era, I keep running into Joe Biden references, and it’s kind of jarring now.
Want to see something weird?
It’s kind of like The Office’s sister-show. So the same people who like The Office also like Parks n Rec, and might alternately binge the two shows.
I feel like that’s more what it was trying to be at first than what it ended up being. I watched The Office when it was on and thought it was fine, but I’ve never rewatched it, and I like Parks and Rec much more and have rewatched it approximately too many times. Meanwhile, my cousin is obsessed with The Office and I don’t think ever got into Parks and Rec.
The first season of P&R is very The Office, with Leslie being more of an incompetent Michael-Scott-Type character.
Season 2 is when she became the overachiever that she remained for the rest of the show.
The two shows definitely have different vibes, but I feel like one is a good palette cleanser for the other. Not that I’ve watched either show more than twice, they’re no OTGW.
Fiddler115
She’s right. Mark is the worst.
UrsulaDavina
Parks and Rec is a really good show about local government i recommend it to students to watch though i would never assign it as homework.
One time, I heard of a law prof assigning “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”, as a weekend thing, with the side-job of listing as many legal violations as they could find. But Im generally not a fan of JUST assigning watching a movie or TV show for a non-media course.
I don’t agree with his politics, but Ron Swanson is hilarious.
ZuiyoMaru
TBH being a poli sci major is a terrible way to make a difference anyway.
Explain?
The only president who was a political scientist was Woodrow Willson. I think that speaks for itself.
Political science is also a common major for people planning to go to law school; half of US presidents were lawyers.
That seems to go against the argument that political science degree is a terrible way to make a difference given that so many folks who have made a difference obtained a BA in political science.
Yeah, I would assuume tbf said as much to counter Clif’s comment…?
To be frank in my haste to pen a response I kind of saw the BJ cat and today have assumed it was the same person. My anger clouded my mind. My apologies to tbf if they are reading this to Clif my argument stands.
But did they make a difference as a political scientist, as a lawyer, or as a politician?
People who legislate or administer are important almost by definition, but is political science really the best preparation for such a role?
Yes beacuse in political science you learn the mechanicsisms of government and how it functions. The ability understand these mechanisms is essential to getting into government and learning how to govern.
Not at all sure the the actual mechanisms which make the government function makes it into textbooks much.
It’s far from essential for getting into government. The most effective politician in my lifetime, Lyndon Johnson, was educated as a school teacher. Ronald Reagan was an actor.
wwwhhattt
But they were both effective in terrible negative ways
Durandal_1707
My assumption is that the fact that they ended up having the same avatar may have caused confusion.
Woodrow Wilson invaded Mexico five times, invaded Nicaragua nine times, stared an occupation of Haiti that lasted twenty years, invaded Russia and fought on their soil for two years. He also fired every black civil servant he could get his hands on because he was a virulent racist. A degree in poli-sci didn’t do him much good.
Oh, I forgot. He got us needlessly involved in WWI. Not a good president.
Also not making the argument that Woodrow Wilson was a good president.
After winning re-election on an anti-war platform, no less. And throw in some bonus awful points for crapping on the First Amendment. Wilson was one of the worst Presidents ever.
TBF, the other option was Teddy Roosevelt, and he was gonna get you guys into WWI even earlier.
Corellation is not causation and even if there was a causal argument to be made an n size of 1 person is not enough to make an argument that The degree in political science is terrible way to make a difference. Having Political science didn’t cause him to be a complete asshole he was just an asshole who happened to have a political science degree.
True enough. I’m interested in seeing your example of an individual where having a political science degree was of primary importance in the significant things they accomplished. I’m not arguing that a degree political science prevents a person from achieving great things, I’m just not at all convinced that a degree in political science particularly has that much to do with the great things accomplished.
First off by you logic no degree will lead to great things beqxuse all a degree is just proof you went to an accredited university.. its what you do with said degree is what matters ergo if that degree provided you with tools to achieve then its useful
As for a specific example Elinor Ostrom won the nobel prize in economics for her work in her work on the commons specifically the in management of common pool resources. Beacuse of her political science background she was able to understand the intricacies of governance which allowed her to discover a new approach to solving the Tragedy of the Commons, outside the previous dichotomy of the privatization vs the leviathan.
In terms of politics understand how governance works allows you to get the great things done with greater ease. Caligula had no interest nor knowledge on how to govern and Rome suffered Tiberus had both and Rome prospered. Catherine the Great understood how to govern her Husband did not. They didn’t have political science degrees but they understood the importance of knowing the mechanisms of government and how to use them. That’s what the political science degree is significant factor.
Tl;dr response a political science degree can help you make a difference beaxuse it provides you with fundamental knowledge to obtain a position of power where you can.
Also I accidently put Tiberus who was an utter shithead I mean Claudius the damn Julio Claudian dynasty uses the same names for everyone.
Also Mansa Musa
Thank you for your example of Elinor Ostrom, which is a fairly good example, though I was kind of under the impression that polycentralism was out of fashion now, and kind of thought that the only reason she had a political science degree was that she couldn’t get into the economics program she wanted on account of never taking trigonometry, but maybe I’m mistaking her with someone else.
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No, I was right, it was her I was thinking of. Her nobel bio at https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/economic-sciences/2009/ostrom/biographical/ doesn’t mention trig specifically, just that it was a lack of math past algebra. What I hadn’t heard was that there was resistance into letting her into the political science program on account of her being a woman.
No it really doesn’t yeah he was a racist and not a good repersentation of the field and a terrible person. However Elinor Ostrom the first woman to win the noble prize in economics was a political scientist. And Ruth Bader Ginsber obtained her undergraduate in government at Cornell which is their equivalent of political science. Senator Tammy Duckworth has a PhD in political science. Jacinda Ardern had gotten her Bachelors in politics. If you look at many politcans or world leaders or members of legislatures they have at least a bachelor’s in political science or an equivalent.
Daniel M Ball
I’d argue he’s a PERFECT example of the field. Poly Sci majors go there to have their predilections and preconcieved notions repeated back at them, or to fill a requirement in ‘social studies’ for another degree. The field itself doesn’t begin to teach how to govern, only what papers happen to be stylish in academia today about how to govern, and it’s a misnomer.
There is nothing Scientific about Political Science; no requirement for repeatable results, the peer review is mutual masturbation and outcomes are for the most part a matter of opinion and presentation, as opposed to observation of actual conditions, requiring repeatable, falsifiable results that actually reflect real-world conditions, and so on. A high school civics course can teach you how the government is supposed to work, a bit of study and a copy of the congressional record can show you how well that actually works, and for the rest it’s observation. (mainly learning how much each politician costs a lobbyist and which lobbyists pay the most for legislation, favors, or exemptions.) “Political Science” is a joke-a sad one, and very expensive, but a joke. Like most of the social studies fields, it’s loaded with blind ideologues and obsessed idealists selling their particular snake-oil.
I would not go that far. But the “science” in “political science” was used to give politicology more prestige.
I have tried three times to post a response but I am guessing the program that the site uses filters out links.
Falsifiaction and replication are critical elements of the field if they weren’t then i wasted my time reading Laktos Popper and Khun and learning the philosophy of science.
The people who are keeping track of those congressional record certinay have political science degree. just look up DW Nominate scores.
Also the idea of the US as a oligarchy was propagated by politcal scientists. From Dahl in the 50s to the more sophisticated methods of Gilens and Page 2014
If you are actually interested then I suggest reading Designing Socail Inquiry by King Keohane and Verba its free online.
Becky’s problem with Dorothy has been really concerning the last two “days” but damn, that last line is really good.
Same energy.
Huh, Becky is not 100% dissimilar from Rodimus now that I think about it.
For instance, they both are lesbians.
Seriously, let’s take some quotes by and about Rodimus and Beckify them. They fit surprisingly well!
Dorothy: What’s wrong with my face?
Becky: It’s basically a punch magnet.
Dorothy: So rude! Sarah, did you hear that?
Sarah: No. Was it about your face?
(Dorothy leaves for Yale)
Becky: [double thumbs-up, huge grin] I wouldn’t want anyone here to mistake my grief for giddy excitement!
Becky: This is my new pie launcher. Carla built it as a thank-you present after I stopped going on and on about how much I wanted a pie launcher.
Dina: When did you first realize that she uses bad grammar to distract you whenever you raise an objection to something she wants to do?
Joyce: She does WHAT?
Dorothy: Oh. Yeah. Sorry. Thanks to Becky, I’m conditioned to expect incomprehension, mockery, and boredom—usually in the space of thirty seconds.
Kensou
Okay, but to be fair, Prowl often deserves that kind of sass. Dorothy, not so much.
Becky’s gonna stare at Leslie Knope, stare at Dorothy, stare at Leslie, narrow her eyes suspiciously, and ask if Dorothy believes in time travel.
I maintain in 20XX, Dorothy will lose an election to Becky who solely ran to promote her Science Network.
Then Becky reluctantly does the greatest Presidency ever.
Because we deserve an anti-Trump future.
What we deserve is an anti-45 timeline/universe. Unfortunately, we’re stuck with the worst outcomes always because somebody crossed the gods at some point.
The way things are is far from perfect, but I vastly prefer it to what I deserve.
Azhrei Vep
What we deserve is to die in nuclear fire. I’m fine with not getting what we deserve for a little longer.
This American Life had a neat story a few weeks ago about a young woman who volunteered to help research one of the COVID-19 treatments. So yes, you can, Becky.
Parks and Rec truly is great but the two first seasons (the first of which is only six episodes long) diiid kinda suck.
Once they transitioned Leslie Knope from being incompetent to hyper competent overachiever and Mark Left and Ben and Chris joined it is when the show got good. Ie everything after season 3.
How did it survive til then if it was that bad?
Though it might be a ‘taste is subjective’ thing. There are a lot of big shows that I am personally pretty bored with.
I don’t think the first 2 seasons were TERRIBLE. They had potential, enough to keep the show afloat until it found its feet. But rewatching those seasons is definitely a slog, and makes them feel worse in retrospect, because the show definitely switches things up (in a good way) and the first 2 seasons feel a little confused and aimless.
Season 1 is only six episodes, and things start to shift in season 2.
First season had only six episodes and all of it was done back to back and before it started airing, so it should be considered a two-hour pilot for the series. And like it usually happens, after the pilot come adjustments, they see what works and what doesn’t, and then the series improves. Which is exactly what happened here, except starting with second season, not second episode. And second season was awesome from the start, except it’s true that Paul Schneider’s character was its weakest part.
Season 2 isn’t so bad, even though Mark’s still around blanding up the place.
It’s when Leslie starts being more competent, Andy goes from a freeloading jerk to a sweetheart, his and April’s romance starts, April gets a lot more focus, and toward the end Chris and Ben join the cast.
I see 2 as the transitional season, where things started getting good. It just happened gradually.
StClair
Sounds very similar to TNG’s timeline.
I was gonna say, Nono’s question applies to most of the Star Trek series.
Star Trek shows have a guaranteed fanbase that will watch a lot of crap because it’s Trek.
Not in 65 it didn’t
Next Generation‘s first season is best forgotten. There’s a reason it’s the trope namer for “grew the beard” (the opposite of “jumped the shark”).
Deep Space Nine took about three seasons to really get going, because it had so much worldbuilding to do, but it got pretty damn good once the Dominion war picked up.
Voyager got more competent after they replaced Kes with Seven. The writing was all over the place throughout its run though. (Year of Hell and Timeless were good episodes, but we also got that one with the space lizards. Kate Mulgrew basically said she had to play Janeway as if she had untreated bipolar disorder because her characterization was so inconsistent. Voyager‘s terrible writing is also a contributing factor in one of my favorite examples of the butterfly effect.)
Doom Shepherd
I maintain that had the internet (and internet Star Trek fandom) of today existed when TNG first aired, it would never have gone on to Season 2.
As it was, I didn’t even have the internet back then, and I STILL heard about the online Trek b****-fests and troll wars on Usenet and such.
Season One was Gene Roddenberry’s fault, once he gave up on the show and the old writers were all but run out things turned around and got a lot better. It’s where we got the Borg, it’s where we got the badass Romulans, it’s where we got Lore and his rivalry with Data: three things that made the show the next six years and reverberated for years to come.
But the first couple of episodes were clearly f-up after f-up with the pilot having two separate plots because Gene couldn’t go with one storyline and we got a racist episode because nobody thought that an all-black tribalist society was a bad idea nor was an episode centered around someone being killed because they stepped onto a patch of grass leading to a whole “should we do something or not”.
And usenets were around then, but they were infants in 1987/88 so what you hear might actually be the DS9 and Voyager b****fests going on which are confirmed to have happened and led to a lot of fighting behind the scenes at both shows
Ol’ Gene also recycled scripts he wrote for a late 70s TOS follow-up series (supposed to be titled “Star Trek: Phase II“) that didn’t come to fruition, so they feel out of place like stiff TOS episodes.
You want to continue with academics though, Becky, and that could be derailed if you actually get that A and someone reports it.
Okay, grav roulette, lets see what you have for me tonight.
Ah, a Canadian national treasure.
It’s so cute how Dorothy thinks someone could learn to love poli-sci
Umm I and many have devoted 6 to 8 years of our lifves to the study of Political Science. if you don’t learn to love something then why do it.
Honestly the disdain towards political science in this comment section.
Dorothy didn’t have to learn to love poli sci, she already had a strong interest in the field. However it was kind of forced on Becky due to circumstances and, as a former biology major, I just don’t see her developing a passion for something so far removed from what she set out to do. But it’s cute that Dorothy is so invested in her chosen field that she seems to think it’s a given that anyone else exposed to it would learn to love it too.
When you explain it that way that does make sense i am sorry for the accusatory remarks. I like Dorothy have a passion for the discipline and this comment section has been rife with curt remarks about political science.
No like I get the offense, I did mean it as some light teasing towards the field of polisci because as a STEM major I’m biased and personally don’t get how it’s interesting. But I don’t think it’s, like, a worthless field or anything. Someone’s gotta understand that stuff.
Bruh if I and the other psych majors didn’t get mad about people trashing psych majors when booster was doing their thing, you don’t get to be mad about people trashing polisci. Relax, it’s a comic comment section. No one’s actually coming for your degree
You didn’t get mad at people trashing psych majors?
Turn in your degree immediately!
Fuck off Becky jesus christ
She didn’t do jack shit, this time. I’m as sick of her Dotty-hate as anyone, but come on.
I’m tired of the fake childish rivalry. There’s no reason behind it. Becky is just being a dick to be a dick and it’s so old.
It’s not fake, just passive-aggressive. The jealousy is quite sincere.
It’s sucking the narrativium away from more interesting topics.
I bet Booster’s gonna have a goddamn field day analyzing Becky’s unnecessary horseshit behavior towards Dorothy but I kinda hope they just look at her and say that exact sentence.
Booster’s take down of Becky is my big hopes for 2021
There’s not much to analyze, Becky actually does like Dorothy but to Becky her unintentional ” miss perfect and way too nice for her own good” personality is just screaming to be challenged. But since there’s not much to poke fun of without being actually hurtful the best she can do is childlike insults which fits better for a more jokey mood.
That being said I’d say Dorothy brushing these taunts the off isn’t really a sign of her patience and more of a sign her maturity since she can tell these are not real pit downs, but it does make me wonder about most of the people in the comment section with their extreme reactions. If Becky comes out with a insult that a 1st grader would come up with and people act as if she just called Dorothy three different slurs in one sentence.
It’s not the low quality of the insults, it’s the sheer number of them.
Almost everything she says to Dorothy is a put-down. Her patience is bound to boil over at some point…
The specific insults aren’t the issue, it’s that she just will not stop with them and a lot of us reached our maximum tolerance for this petty bullshit weeks ago.
It’s like when you’re a kid in the back seat of the car with your sibling, and they keep waving their hand around right in front of your face. They’re not doing anything to hurt you, but they are going out of their way to be an annoying dumbass just because they think being obnoxious is funny. No matter how stupid and petty they’re acting, you can only tolerate so much of it before you either start screaming for mom or lunge across the car and beat the piss out of them.
Yeah, it’s gone on way too long, and it wasn’t very funny to begin with. To mix a metaphor, this is just beating a dead horse into the ground.
JBento
Yeah, Becky isn’t Carla – Carla’s often an ass, but she’s a SKATE-BY ass. She comes, she asses, and then she leaves, so it doesn’t grate. By the time she comes to ass again, your brain has already recoveed from the previous instance so the whole thing doesn’t weigh down on you. But Becky. Just. Keeps. Going. It’s like the Energiser Bunny, if what it did was insult you.
She’s also an ass in a way that she prioritizes herself above other people rather than lowers them. Its easier to roll your eyes at an elevation/minimization than an outright kick down.
learn to love politics”, That’s a good one Dorothy. Yeah what’s not to love about such a “Noble” and non-corrupting profession.
For real though there are only two types of people who aspire to have a big career in politics. The ones who seek fortune & status and only care about living career where they feel accomplish even if it means discarding whatever morals they may have had and putting said career first above their actual duty, and then you have the ones who get into politics because they actually want meaningful change for good and want to champion a revolutionary cause. Unfortunately both sides of the U.S political system will see the latter group crushed and subdued because they political figures in charge like the old status quo system that thrives on everything the first group is.
I still say it’s important for those who care enough about where our nation is going to get involved since I’m a staunch believer in the old “with great power comes great responsibility moto” and we have the responsibility to take the wheel away from the same people who’ve been in power for the last 4 decades and have been driving us into the ground. But if we wanted a career in something that would give us fulfillment then I’m pretty sure we can find that somewhere else.
“What if you learn to love politics” she asked, that’s gold.
Or you can just do what I did and choose to focus on Canadian politics and international political economy. There are other carrers in politics that does not involve becoming a politician or even a bureaucrat.
Sounds good but fortunately in America most people only give attention to u.s. officials.
I am saying that your dicatomous separation of who gets into politics and your statement that loving politics is flawed.
First your statement about only two types is rooted in American centric view of politics. Further more those who choose to study politics enjoy politics otherwise why bother? Maybe Becky might not want to be a political but perhaps she may enjoy the scientific aspect of political science ie: data analysis, research design, and modeling.
Learning about the subject does comes in handy, but you don’t go to college to dedicate more than half a decade of study and possibly put yourself in life long debt to not make a career out the subject you spent all that college time studying. That aside I wouldn’t say “loving politics is flawed, just that there isn’t a lot to love about the field especially depending on what country you reside in.
Not going to mock what Becky is doing though, as a scientist she can make just as much of a difference in a feild that’s a little bit more clean and the skills you’ve listed will help her with that.
Cynicism is a lazy excuse for a personality.
This is supposed to be nested to Newllend
TemperaryObsessor
I don’t need an excuse to have a personality.
It’s not my preferred way of looking at life, but when it comes to U.S politics I believe more cynicism is needed, not less. If a new shyster comes out of the wood work looking to run for office and people don’t question what their choices have been in their political career so far or where they’re getting their campaign funds from and instead only care about “What demographic are they apart” or whether or not they have a D or an R next to their name and only care about that. Then I’d say those people are being foolish not to look deeper into the matter.
Wouldn’t more people having an understanding of polisci be a step towards looking deeper into what politicians are doing?
As a PoliSci grad, being a PoliSci major is just despair that politics is governing over people who have no grasp on politics.
Example: Try having a discussion with anyone to the left about the pros and cons of the Electoral College and you’re met with Bush and Trump problems but they then ignore the problems with a parliamentary system or a pure democracy.
Does wanting get rid of the winner take all system for the electoral collage and having a more serious Crackdown on gerrymandering during elections count as to far left of a opinion? Asking for a friend who’s actually really just me.
As someone on the left, I’ll bite – give me the pros of the Electroal College, a system whose only purpose is to look at election results and go “nah, fam”.
thejeff
Well, way back when the electoral college approach helped convince smaller states to sign onto the Constitution. Now that they’re stuck with it, it’s kind of obsolete.
It was also intended to play a larger role back in those slower moving days when they didn’t see politics being dominated by two parties. In a non-party system, it could have played the role that contested nominating conventions did – handling cases with multiple candidates and no outright majority, by the usual combination of persuasion and deal making. Never really worked out that way, at least as a general rule.
That function again, is pretty much obsolete and was from day one.
As thejeff notes yes the electoral college does balance out the strength of small states with larger states. This in and of itself is not a bad thing. It does force presidential candidates to pay attention to states or regions that might otherwise be ignored. Right now if a person wanted to win the Electoral College by only focusing on the largest states they would need to win 11 states compared to in 2020, 50% of the popular vote was owned by 8 states. The problem is that we’ve arbitrarily capped the House at 435 seats and set the minimum house seat for each state at 1. So due to portioning, as we know it
The electoral college as it is right now is not representative because it is not properly proportional.
Now an argument can be made about the EC disenfranchising the votes of the loser in each state and I agree with that but that’s more to do with states doing a winner take all system rather than a proportional split of the top two parties in each state. While this would be more representative, it would take longer to know who won an election and we’ve already seen the problems with that this cycle, though this is more a Trump bug than a feature.
Additionally the EC reinforces the two party system which is a good thing because in previous party systems in US History, polarization goes in a pendelum and is forced back to the center because that is where the majority of voters work. There are benefits to a two party system which in general include easy aggregation of ideals into a binary, and GENERALLY an inability for far flanks of either spectrum to take root. there isn’t enough data on whether Trump will be an exception to the rule or if this is a feature of a new party system. We still don’t know if we are in a realignment or not. We’ve seen a Right-Left-Far Right-Center Left cycle so far in the last say 20 years. We don’t know whether a response will be a swing will be to a Center Right in 2024 but we do know a feature of this current party system is parties general don’t hold power for longer than 8 years at the top. Biden had the 2nd most votes in TX of all time in 2020, what if the 2024 Dem candidate wins TX, that changes the landscape.
Rambling at this point TLDR, the Electoral College is imperfect and needs to be tweaked to better represent its role in the current American political system.
Technically, what thejeff noted was that the EC was barely useful when it was created and absolutely useless now, but on with your points.
The population representation aspect: if the EC were not a thing, then you don’t have the winner-takes-all problem, because each vote is, well, a “point”, instead of what you have now, where a state is worth a number of points. What the EC effectively does is make, say, a California vote worth less than a South Carolina one.
I’m not sure your argument of taking longer to figure out who won the election holds – there’s only so much space for legal challenges because the margins in each state can be small; a direct popular vote election makes the margins LARGER, and therefore, less contestable. Trump may have lost a few places by a couple of thousand votes, but he lost the overall vote by SEVEN MILLION.
Additionally, I hypothesise that it would increase voter engagement – after all, if you live in, say, NY, California, or Hawaii, how motivated are you to vote?
I’m going to VEHEMENTLY disagree with you on the two-party system (a different matter, but we might as well engage in it as well). There is no aggregation of ideals into a binary, unless you think that, say, Ocasio-Cortez and Pelosi have ideological commonalities much beyond “we don’t want the Republicans in power”. And that, of course, is its own problem – right now, if you’re a US voter and want to be, well, not a shit, you’re voting Democrat regardless of who the Democrat candidate is, because the alternative is, well, THAT. And that means that, in cases which I will not pretend to know an approximate number, you’re not going to vote FOR someone as much as you’re going to vote AGAINST someone (I remain steadfast in my belief this is the reason Biden is the most voted candidate in US history). I mean, if you’re a Californian voting for the House you’re voting Pelosi, regardless of how you feel about her constant attempts to squash progressives and her whitecarding funds for children concentration camps with no strings attached, because the other side is the one actually putting up those concentration camps.
I too also say to hell with the two party system, why keep it alive when both parties make it a priority to not help the citizens they govern. If there’s one thing I cant stand is being driven to conform to one of the other when neither holds my values or has the general population in mind.
Removing the electoral college doesn’t leave you with either a parliamentary system or a pure democracy. It just gives you a President elected by popular vote.
It’s still a representative democracy, not a pure or direct one. And there’s still a president, so not a parliamentary democracy.
Proxiehunter
The fact that some readers are taking Becky’s comments towards Dorothy a lot harder and more seriously than Dorothy herself seems to suggests to me that rather than Becky being a horrible monster something is being lost in translation, possibly Becky’s tone of voice.
Well, it does seem that Dorothy is more actively trying to brush the comments off, and I think it’s fair to feel she shouldn’t have to. Idk, I find everyone with lines in this particular strip to be varying degrees of annoying today, but I can still enjoy the strip, where for others the annoyance might tank the enjoyment of something they’d otherwise enjoy, which can be frustrating.
Or Dorothy genuinely doesn’t understand why Becky is being this way and is still trying to be nice plus throw in some idea of wanting to be kind to Becky because of everything thats happened to her and then not wanting to cause problems between her and Joyce and I can see why Dorothy hasn’t said anything to Becky (or straight out decked her)
Yeah that.
Becky is being a poster child for microaggressions.
I’m thinking it might have gone past the micro stage, mind you Joyce doesn’t look impressed in the last panel so maybe she’ll say something
I’m dumb so correct me if I’m wrobg but I thought microaggressions specifically refered to aggressions against minorities, particularly dogwhistle ones (ie ones outsiders wouldn’t notice)
The “micro” in “microaggression” isn’t about the target, it’s about the level of the aggression. As a distinction, let’s say you meet someone that looks, and there’s no good way to write this so I’m going to have to bleach my soul afterwards, “exotic”:
– if you tell them to go back to where they come from, that’s a macroaggression
– if you ask them where they’re from, thereforem implying, consciously or not, that they don’t belong there, that’s a microaggression.
Microaggressions are still about marginalized groups, though. Becky’s comments toward Dorothy aren’t microaggressions. They’re insults and could be considered aggressive, sure; “microaggression” just means something else.
No, that’s nto how it works – you can totally do microaggresions against non-margialised groups. If your barista gives everyone extra cream in their coffee for free except you, that’s a microaggression*. Also, don’t piss off your barista, those people are in charge of your drink.
*I mean, presuming you don’t dislike cream in your coffee or are allergic or something.
I’m just gonna quote Wikipedia, I guess: “Microaggression is a term used for brief and commonplace daily verbal, behavioral or environmental indignities, whether intentional or unintentional, that communicate hostile, derogatory, or negative attitudes toward stigmatized or culturally marginalized groups. The term was coined by Harvard University psychiatrist Chester M. Pierce in 1970 to describe insults and dismissals which he regularly witnessed non-black Americans inflicting on African Americans.”
What Yumi said though, and also, even if it were ONLY about the size, I wouldn’t consider saying things clearly and specifically and in language everyone around can recognize a microaggression.
It’s a difference in clear hostility level – in my previous example, the first thing is obviously bad, meant to make the target of the remark feel bad. The other one is a more subtle, not necessarily conscious form of othering.
Just to be clear, Becky’s not doing any sort of aggression here, micro or otherwise. In the other strips she IS, but those aren’t microaggressions – not because they’re being directed at Dorothy, but because they’re clear open hostility.
Pretty sure it’s no longer a micro agrression when you state them out loud.
anonymsly
I actually think that might be true, but what we the comment section know is that Becky uses Goofy Becky as her cover for all things Serious Becky. Becky’s tone is the only reason she gets away with as much as she continues to wher Dorothy is concerned. No one thinks she’s being serious, it’s Goofy Becky.
For me, at least, the Becky seems to never be anything BUT hateful to Dorothy (and that she has refused to call her by her actual name, as Dorothy has requested at least once, in favor of a nickname that doubles as an old-timey insult) is frankly upsetting. The only reason I can think of to be constantly petty/mean to someone is active dislike. I feel bad for Dorothy having to live with someone who already thinks of trying to hurt her feelings or make her suffer as a fun way to spend time and fear what may happen if familiarity breeds (more) contempt.
not to distract the conversation, just curious, but when has dorothy ever said anything about the nickname? i genuinely don’t remember her ever commenting on it- positively, negatively, OR neutrally. and a quick look through their strips together didn’t turn anything up, but maybe i missed it.
I’m curious on the “old-timey insult” part of “Dotty”. Tone doesn’t translate through text, so I’m going to add that I’m genuinely curious here.
“dotty” is older british slang for eccentric or slightly mad.
Doubt it’s even crossed Becky’s mind, but it is a thing.
Boney Poindexter.
Don’t forget ‘friendstealinghussy’.
I think it’s the pervasiveness of Becky’s attitude toward Dorothy. Like, Carla is a snarky, snide, even rude person, and Malaya can be too, but they doesn’t target one person. And they aren’t around as much. Joe and Walky can be sarcastic and rude, but they aren’t intentionally combative to a specific person in every interaction, at least, not if the other person has been generally polite to them. Ruth and Billee were antagonistic, but they were mutually antagonistic into their Destructive Lesbian Pact. Sal was unpleasant about Malaya, but Marcy shut that down if need be and Sal wasn’t quite so smug about it. Mike was antagonistic to almost everyone, and not everyone liked that, but his antagonism usually brought some insight with it, even if Mike was a horrible person in the process.
Becky is antagonistic to Dorothy specifically, constantly, and seemingly for no reason other than Dorothy being close to Joyce. And she’s so proud of herself for it. Sure, Dorothy is tolerant about it. And Becky seems to think it’s all in snide fun, for her, but with an edge of actually trying to push Dorothy out and away from Joyce. So whatever Dorothy’s reaction, Becky’s still being a constant smug asshole to Dorothy for petty reasons, and that isn’t cute to watch strip after strip. It’s certainly not cute anymore, for a lot of people.
I think one problem is that they’re living together: so this kind of thing is constant now and Dorothy will probably only receive breaks when she has a different class given their social circle.
Granted I don’t hate Becky or anything. Given her past experiences I hardly think she should be tarred and feathered (Dorothy as others have mentioned probably having similar thoughts and like Dorothy can escape to Yale it seems or will be anyway next semester potentially so an end date is in sight) but like… her character arc really will have to involve her stopping this eventually.
Edwin I Callahan
The end date, though, will be 2030 or so, and only if Willis includes a months-long time skip. That’s kind of a long time to keep a running gag going.
I don’t take them terribly seriously, I’m just getting sick of them. Even if it’s one hundred percent just a joke (which I don’t believe), it’s a joke that’s been run into the ground, then shoved about thirty feet lower.
Wereg
Dorothy probably has unseen, positive interactions with Becky and periods of time where their conversations don’t end with “yeah but YOUR ___ IS A BUTT.”
We aren’t getting many of these moments.
nobodybasically
What fictional character is the library named after?
During Walky and Dorothy’s Amazi-Girl chase, the library was labelled the “Leslie Knope Library,” but this episode established Parks and Rec’s existence as a show in this universe and Willis is calling himself out on it
Also, in Parks and Rec, the IU library was renamed after Leslie.
Honestly, Robin, good call. Mark’s existence within the show in general was pretty underwhelming
Yeah I still regret trying to get a friend into the show and starting with season 1
New gravatar VERY appropriate in this case
As someone who has never watched that show I’d probably be just cribbing up on wiki articles rather than bothering to watch seasons upon seasons of something honestly. And I say this as someone who has pondered on watching the show before.
Granted mandated viewing is kind of like book assignments in English classes: any vague interest I might have had in consuming it would evaporate as soon as it becomes homework/a chore.
Yeah, I can see assigning a movie or an episode or two of a show, but an entire show? That’s likely hundreds of hours.
Also is it just me or does Joyce look vaguely surprised at Becky’s comment to Dorothy? (Hard to tell tbh at this angle).
Even if nothing is commented on immediately it does make me wonder if she’ll be filing this away in her head for later if a pattern emerges for her. (Granted Becky hasn’t exactly been sweetness in front of her when it comes to Dorothy before anyway).
I do think that there is a possible direction this arc could go where Joyce finally has enough with Becky’s possessiveness and gives her a public telling off.
Or she just takes her to the side and talks to her privately. Honestly could be more impactful that way depending on what’s said. Sometimes the most devastating blows are given softly.
Though like Joyce has her own issues with being honest/up front with Becky right now given the fact she’s no longer religious so I’m feeling it will come up too (Though suspicions that Becky already knows could mean it goes from private to public blow out!)
Or maybe it descends into crying hugs. There’s various possibilities really.
Don’t know if it’s intended, but it’s not just you. It probably IS intended, because, if you’ll notice, Sarah’s raising an eyebrow at the whole thing, too.
I’m glad some people in the comments agree with me about Becky being horrible to Dorothy all the time for no reason. I think what pisses me off the most about it is how she does it with a SMILE. She’s constantly insulting and belittling her and being smug about it too. That’s just….ugh
I don’t like the underlining message people keep sending that “If you don’t like Becky, it’s because she’s a lesbian and you’re a giant raving homophobe”
No I also love the ladies (and a large variety of other beings in all flesh packages)
And I still don’t like her b/c I don’t really like how mean she is, she’s not JUST mean to Dotty, she’s been passively mean to Joyce and prods at her for funsies.
Honestly, I’ve barely seen that defense of her recently.
It was common early on, when she was being attacked for stupid things like the haircut or for probably just blowing the whole thing with her dad out of proportion.
Many people say it whenever you criticize her tbh.
Haven’t seen it here today. Don’t remember it being a big thing the last couple of appearances.
What do you mean “some”? That’s been every other comment on every Becky strip for months, it’s the popular opinion
I was trying to include the few people who don’t have that weird mentality of “EVERYTHING ABOUT YOU IS TIED TO WHO YOU WANNA BONE”
God is that really the case? Jesus I hate it when that happens.
Also my dislike for Robin intensified in every strip she’s in. Are both these characters meant to be endearing? Because they just leave me cold and annoyed
I also loathe DoA Robin, and I think she gets a lot of mileage from her Shortpacked! appearances, where the goofballness was more in line with the overall theme.
One of these days I’m gonna have to watch all of Parks and Rec. So far I’ve just watched a bunch of clips of it on Youtube.
UniqueSnowflake2
I recently learned that “Keener” is Canadian slang for “an eager student; a brown-noser”. Maybe not from Ruth’s part of Canada.
Yeah, it kind of makes sense that Dorothy and Becky’s personal dispute over who gets to be Joyce’s bestie (probably one sided on Becky’s side) should also be reflected in Becky despising Dorothy’s goals and self-chosen calling.
I think that part is more about her being forced into it as a condition of her scholarship when it’s not what she wants to do.
Agrred. The scholarship provides housing and an opportunity for college, but she still wants to be a scientist and the fact that she has a knack for politics and stumbled into a good opportunity to use that doesn’t change that.
I love how people are all ‘Yeah this is totally fine for Becky to do” while everyone was waiting for Walky and Amber to get expelled b/c Amber changed a grade from a failing to “just passing”
Gosh I’m just disliking Becky every time I see her…she’s so dang mean to Dorothy….
Yeah, but Walky’s Brown and Amber’s Different, so they don’t get any leeway. Am I being sarcastic? Do I need the /s? Up to you, folks.
I mean Becky’s just as different as Amber, she’s just more loud.
I believe they are referring to Amber’s struggles with mental disorders and anger management.
Becky’s got similar problems, the difference is Becky’s just good at slapping on a happy face and acting like it’s not a problem/ a joke.
Becky for sure gets the wrong reaction from the commentariat sometimes (I distinctly recall the kerfuffle that happened when she used a single $20 bill to get herself a haircut instead of, like, buying a house or something? Because when someone is poor they need to prostrate themselves and have no personal dignity or luxuries) but Amber’s struggles are different. Not inherently more or less valid than others, just different.
Amber, as someone who suffers from a mental disorder as well as being a victim of child abuse who now struggles with healthily expressing that anger, sometimes gets reactions to the effect of “look at this crazy bongo acting exactly like her dad”, because the stereotype surrounding abuse victims is “you are doomed to go on and abuse your loved ones because it happened to you.” I remember yonks ago I made a post about how I noticed that we only ever seem to get upset about characters being hella angry when it’s Ruth and Amber, the two characters who were abused and naturally have the hardest time dealing with anger. Walky finds out Asher sent his sister up a creek for a joke and he gets so furious he punches him in his stupid face, but no one’s ever gonna tell Walky he’s too angry.
So because we have the narrative of “abuse victims go on to abuse their own victims” formed in us by media and peers, we then start throwing it around, because that’s all we know.
Oh yeah, the mentality towards Amber is pretty disgusting, it’s like everyone’s waiting for her to snap, and are hyper critical of her b/c of it, it’s hella not fair, as I pointed out….Becky basically asks for an easy a and gets it, Amber changes Walky’s failing grade so he just passes… Only one person is being eagerly waited to be expelled.
That’s partly because we were too busy being outraged about Robin being a teacher at all. Partly because she would do things like give Becky an A.
Lone Duck
Becky has reason to be jealous of Dorothy. I mean, there’s the prior Joyce-Dorothy connection, there’s the fact that Dorothy has a functioning family that is well off. I’m not justifying the behavior, just saying that without therapy to cope with all the shit she’s been through, she’s gonna be a little unhealthy in coping. The best thing would probably be for Becky to be in a different dorm, make some friends distinct and apart from Joyce’s friends. Not likely to happen anytime soon though.
Varangian
I’m going to ignore all the dumbass speculation on Becky’s well-established tsundere nonsense re: Dot and just say
Dorothy, you sweet summer child, who the fuck do you think actually gives a shit about transparent corruption in politics? At least among the centrists you hunger to join.
I mean, if Becky actually wanted to join the progressive wing of Congress maybe continued corruption would be a bad look, but she pretty clearly knows that and no leftist would cancel her for that. Also she doesn’t want to. Also also she knows the progressive wing is outflanked by centrist dipshits and fascists.
For once, I’m with Becky.
Brasca1
Becky was homeschooled in an oppressive religious family. She’s not stupid, but does she really have what it takes to make it through a medical science course? She doesn’t even know what scientist she wants to be.
What scientist she wants to be? Pretty sure that at this point Becky would be perfectly happy being the scientist, Dr. MacIntyre-Saruyama, Phd.
It’d be a thing if Becky doesn’t do well in sciences, after the buildup. (Enthusiasm doesn’t mean you’re suited for a thing, after all), but does do well at the Freebie course.
That puts Becky in an interesting position.
I can’t remember if I’ve only been saying this here or at Patreon, but I honestly think this is one of the best places to take Becky.
I’m the kind of person who only really likes characters when we seem them at their worst every once in a while, and Becky’s never really had that. She’s always won out in the end, with her transparent hatred of Dorothy brimming in the background as more important things kept happening to her, and now it’s got the panel time to focus on what’s been blatantly obvious for years: Becky is still deeply in love with Joyce and resents Dorothy for being so close to her.
Becky is bullying Dorothy, but it’s not just a funny quirk or whatever. Dorothy’s ignoring it for now but the continued proximity the two share means it has to eventually boil over. I remember when this first really got into gear there was some “oh you silly Becky, that’s not what you say to Dorothy” kind of posts, that Becky was just being thoughtless instead of malicious, and I reject that. Why drag this out for years and reach a boiling point only for it end with Becky going “it was just a prank bro” and move on? Nah, buckle up kiddos, we’re heading into character drama.
And here’s the thing, Becky being a jerk doesn’t invalidate everything about her. She doesn’t have to be That Perfect Girl for you to like her. Few people are 100% a dick and I think even less than that are 100% moral and just all the time. We all fail, we all have our blind spots, we all act lower than we are.
I want this to be ugly. I want this to be messy. This comic is always at its best when it’s about interpersonal conflict and there is no greater danger to the cast of DoA than the ones they put each other through.
Yeeeeeees! All of this. I’m looking forward to Becky and Dorothy both getting actually pushed to their breaking points on this subject, because the drama will be DELICIOUS.
I’m in favor of just *getting around to it*, at this point.
Anyone else impressed by the mere fact that Robin chose Parks and Rec over The West Wing as an example of how politics and policy works?
One predated the other by a decade. I’m sure she chose based on what is most current/something that might have swayed her when she first watched it.
Now about Daisy:
Daisy is a good looking girl. Surely she has had offers, even encounters. But guys don’t do it for her. She’s holding out for a heroine.
Now if Walky wanted to ingratiate himself with Jennie, he could probably talk Lucy into dressing up as NightGirl. Just putting that out there.
Josh Spicer
Cease Dorothy. For the love of the unknown just fucking cease.
*Becky
Where is the edit button? Seriously, that’s the one thing that site needs.
Political science or other science? Becky has a real Sophie’s choice here.
Bobcat2022
Could I trouble someone who’s had coffee to explain the alt text joke? It’s going right over my head (what fictional character?).
Dumbiverse IU named the library after Leslie Knope, one of the main characters from Parks and Recreation. Now it’s been established that the show is fiction to the characters in the comic, therefore the library is named for a fictional character.
Well, I haven’t had coffee, but I have had Taco Bell, so I’ll try to explain. In the finale of Parks and Recreation, there was a flash forward where the IU library was renamed after Leslie Knope. In the DoA-verse, the library is named after her, as seen here: https://www.dumbingofage.com/2014/comic/book-4/01-the-only-dope-for-me-is-you/wordplay/
Since this strip establishes that Parks and Rec is a show in-universe, their library is named after a fictional character.
Well, ninja’d and replied wrong. Should have had coffee.
Yeah, Taco Bell creates a different sense of urgency that’s only effective short-term.
deathjavu
To be fair, coffee *also* creates that particular sense of urgency, in addition to the caffeine rush.
Taco Bell makes you have to pee?
Sounds like the makings of a Zappa song.
I think “Well i havent had coffee, but I have had taco bell” is becoming a new saying for me.
So no links (or anything) about Chris Pratt, its sounding a bit like rumour and hearsay to me
Dagnabbit, that was a reply to Furubatsuu
This was the first hit on Google for “Chris Pratt evangelical”:
https://www.mercurynews.com/2019/02/12/is-chris-pratts-evangelical-church-really-welcoming-to-lgbtq-people/
Here’s a quote from Wikipedia about the church leader, Chad Veach:
“Chad Veach, produced a film that refers to “same-sex attraction” as one form of “sexual brokenness,” comparing it to a pornography addiction.”
Not saying theres nothing there but from the same page:
“I am a man who believes that everyone is entitled to love who they want free from the judgement of their fellow man.”
Pratt added that though his faith is important to him, “no church defines me or my life, and I am not a spokesman for any church or any group of people.”
I mean the original statement had Chris Pratt leaving guardians because the character has been written as bi but I cant find anything like that (I could find pages where people wanted to see his reaction to it though) and that he supports conversion therapy
But I can’t find anything where he supports it so to me its looking like some people want to end Chris Pratts career over nothing
Dude, that’s… not how it works. You can’t attend and serve as a promo material for a church that says that being LGBT+ is bad, actually, and then go “but *I*’m actually ok with them”. I don’t know if that’s why Pratt left GotG, but his actions clearly state that he thinks being LGBT+ is bad, regardless of what he says.
I’ve tried looking for something about Chris Pratt leaving GotG but I can’t find anything, can you link something please
Sorry, the way you wrote in the previous post I assumed that was established fact. A better phrasing on my part would’ve been: “I don’t know if that caused Pratt to leave GotG”. I’m going through some eyes health problems that severely limit my screentime, so I’m out of the loop on movie news. I just know the whole “Chris Pratt’s church is shit” thing becasue that was out before my problems started, in late August.
See thats the problem. Someone says something and its accepted.
I can’t find anything that says Chris Pratt is leaving GotG, I can’t find any link to Chris Pratt supporting gay conversion, I went to zoe church and couldn’t find any link to Chris Pratt promos (or anything similar) and the only thing that is verified is something the Church leader said awhile back
Yet somehow its accepted as fact
I can, however, find plenty of links of people supporting him, his charitable acts etc
I don’t know about “gay conversion therapy” specifically – this is what I DO know:
– the church Chris Pratt attends is anti-LGBT. We know this is true because the pastor has made a movie claiming that being LGBT is bad. This should be bad enough for anyone. But, wait, there’s more.
– Ellen Page criticised that church for being anti-LGBT (which it is); I don’t know if there was any specific incident tied to that, or if she was just commenting on general anti-LGBTness. At that point, Chris Pratt said that the church was, in fact, totally cool with LGBBT folks (which it clearly isn’t).
So, one of the three:
– Chris Pratt thinks that saying that saying that being LGBT is bad is actually not anti-LGBT (which, what?);
– Chris Pratt doesn’t know that the church he attends is anti-LGBT, but decided to defend it against accusations of such anyway (which is terrible);
– Chris Pratt DOES know that the church he attends is anti-LGBT, but decided to defend it against accusations of such anyway (which is even worse).
I think it’s important to clarify the nature of said church: it’s not one of those churches like a catholic church or something, where priests can get rotated out; it’s a Church, capitalised – the Church leader is, de facto, the Church itself. If he said “being anti-LGBT is bad”, then that is, in fact, the stance of the Church.
Can you link to that quote or film so I can check it out myself?
I don’t like being that guy but since no one can provide a link or quote for Chris Pratt I do want to see if theres any validity to what you say
Just a note, very understandable with limited screen time and being out of the loop because of it, but the other actor you mentioned is Elliot Page now and uses he/they pronouns.
Also its not Ellen Page its Elliot Page
Oh shit, thank you both for telling me. Wikipedia tells me he came out as transgender this month, so yeah, last time I had screen time to be up to date with stuff he’d only come out (thought of himself as?) a gay woman.
Ok so we’re going round in circles here, all I want is a quote or a link or something but instead all I’m hearing is something similar to telephone
Everyones saying how bad Chris Pratt is but no one can actually show any proof or evidence
Its like someones decided that because Chris Pratt didn’t endorse Biden he must therefore be a Trump supporter then add in hes a christian plus throw in a comment from Elliot Page and hey presto Chris Pratt is basically a very bad, no good person
As such I’m not going to comment on this topic anymore as its detracting from the comic
Spin spin spin, Grav roulette!
Not bad. Could be better, but it really could be much worse.
Even if she didn’t ask people were gonna assume anyway which matters more than the truth a lot of the time in politics.
Man the Dotty banter is just becoming bullying at this point.
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The world would definitely be a better place, with a, “stupid butt-face”, vaccine.
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Engaging Sam
AuthorNatsuko Hamaguchi Ingrid Weaver
PublisherHarlequin
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The Miracle Man
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Tony lives alone on the farm her parents left her. One day, during a terrible storm, a plane crashes nearby and she rescues Layne, a US marshal. Layne must track down a heinous criminal who was also on board the plane and is now missing. Tony offers her home to be used as Layne's headquarters. As the tense days pass, Tony finds herself drawn to the kind and gentle marshal...
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Henry Ever After
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(c)MIO TAKAI/MERLINE LOVELACE
Too Hot to Sleep
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In Bed with a Stranger The Fitzroy Legacy II
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Two Sisters [Total ch. 2] Completed
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Elizabeth's heart is breaking with worry about her twin sister. April went missing the day after their last argument. Elizabeth contacts the nightclub where April works, but to no avail. Her neighbor John is there to listen to her when she's at her wit's end. He's a detective and his kindness encourages her to open herself up to him. With the possibility that her sister might be in danger, the two begin their own investigation.
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The Admiral's Penniless Bride
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Taming the Highlander [Total ch. 2] Completed
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AuthorJET Beverly Barton
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AuthorMegumi Toda Catherine Mann
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AuthorMito Orihara Meg Lacey
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The Master's Mistress
AuthorJuri Nakao Carole Mortimer
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Ariana Grande's New Tattoo Is Inspired By This Iconic Jim Carrey Movie
She and her BFF got matching tattoos
By Alyssa Morin Jun 21, 2019 2:18 AMTags
Jim CarreyTattoosAriana GrandeCelebrities
Ariana Grande continues to keep fans on their toes with every tattoo she gets.
On Thursday, the 25-year-old "Thank U, Next" pop star revealed her latest addition: a famous quote inspired by her favorite Jim Carrey movie, The Truman Show. Taking to Instagram Stories, the brunette beauty re-posted her BFF and cousin Courtney Chipolone's new tattoo, which happens to be the same thing she got.
"i got the same s--t but upside down," she captioned her social media post. "truman show."
Ariana and Courtney's new ink is an iconic line from the critically-acclaimed dramedy. It reads, "In case I don't see ya good afternoon good evening and good night!" While Chipolone showed off her new design, which she got done on her left shoulder, it's unclear if the pop star got hers in the same place.
Additionally, the "7 Rings" singer tagged the tattoo artist, Mira Mariah, and wrote, "you are perfect."
Ariana Grande Is the New Face of Givenchy
This isn't the first time Ariana has given the legendary comedian a shout-out.
Back in April, the 25-year-old star shared one of Carrey's profound quotes about depression and how she felt connected to it.
"Depression is your body saying, 'I don't want to be this character anymore. I don't want to hold up this avatar that you've created in the world. It's too much for me,'" the quote card read on her Instagram Story, where she uploaded several posts about the 57-year-old actor.
The message continued, "You should think of the word 'depressed' as 'deep rest.' Your body needs to be depressed. It needs deep rest from the character that you've been trying to play."
Underneath the quote, she wrote, "The whole LOML [love of my life] forever."
Her Instagram Story gained so much attention that Carrey caught wind of it. "I read your lovely mention of me and things I've said about depression," he shared on Twitter. "A brilliant teacher and friend, Jeff Foster was OG on the "Deep Rest" concept. I admire your openness. I wish you freedom and peace. I feel blessed to have such a gifted admirer."
What's more? She revealed she's been Jim's stan for quite some time. "My first AIM username was jimcarreyfan42 when I was in like 4th grade," she shared.
This isn't the first (or the last) time Ari has gotten inked in the past few months. She recently paid tribute to the Manchester Bombing on its second anniversary, she updated her Pete Davidson tattoo and how can we forget her "Japanese BBQ finger" ink?
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The League of Legends European Championship (LEC) is Europe's premier professional LoL league. Read our definitive guide to learn all you need to know about the upcoming 2021 season: LEC LoL teams, schedule, betting odds, casters and more. To read our detailed guide to LoL Betting click here.
How to Bet on the LEC LoL
While you might not get rich betting on League of Legends, supporting the LEC bracket is always a thrilling affair. Make sure to read our betting guide, as well as our reviews of betting operators, to get the full picture. Then, keep yourself informed with our LEC odds, tips and expert predictions.
If you have not yet taken the leap to put money down or your favourite team, here’s how it works:
Find where to bet on the League of Legends European Championship right here on our site. Read our expert reviews to discover which betting operator is best for you.
Register to your preferred betting site, being sure to scout the most lucrative welcome bonuses on offer. Always use your real name and address, since you will need to confirm everything in case you win!
Select your preferred payment method and make a deposit that you are comfortable with. £10 or £20 should be enough to get you started betting. The good news here is that the best LEC LoL betting operators will often match your first bet. This means you’ll have double the amount on the line for the same price.
Start your research. This can be a fairly time-consuming task if you let it, so be sure to top up your favourite beverage. Then, read our LoL betting guides to find the LEC schedule, bracket, teams and odds.
Set a stake amount, place your bet, then relax and enjoy the match.
League of Legends EU Betting Guide
There are many important factors to consider when making bets online, whether on Esports or traditional sports. Here are some of the most important betting terms that you will find when wagering on Esports tournaments.
LoL LEC Betting Markets
A betting market is a specific category of bets, or a specific type of bet on a particular event. You can use betting markets to find various odds for the Esports event on which you want to bet. Bookmakers will usually offer numerous betting markets on a single event. Here are some of the betting markets you can wager on for LEC LoL tournament matches.
Outright Winner: This allows you to bet on who you think will win the League of LEgends European Championship (Spring Split or Summer Split).
Match Winner: For this bet, you wager on which team will win a particular LEC match.
Maps Handicap: A Maps Handicap attempts to level the playing field between two teams of different strength.
Maps Total: This bet refers to the total number of maps that may be contested during an LEC match. This typically takes the form of Over/Under odds (such 13/20 and 11/20), and you win the bet if you correctly predict how many LoL maps are contested.
First to 10 Champion Kills: This bet allows you to bet on which team you believe will be the first to kill ten of its opponent’s Champions.
First Blood: Similar to the above bet, this is a simple wager on which team will be the first to kill an opposing Champion.
LoL LEC Odds
Odds are a fairly common term in everyday life, and they are essentially the same thing in Esports betting. Bookmakers create odds to show the likelihood of various outcomes on a game or event. Odds also determine how much profit you can make when betting on a certain event with that operator.
One key element of LEC betting odds is that different sportsbooks often offer different odds for the same event. So always be sure to shop around and compare a few before deciding to bet with one operator.
LoL LEC Statistics
Understanding Esports statistics is vital to giving you the strongest betting portfolio possible. By studying LEC LoL stats, you will better understand the tendencies of different players and teams in various situations, which in turn helps you make more precise predictions.
Some important player statistics include: Kills-Deaths-Assists (KDA) ratio, Damage per Minute (DPM) and Gold Share percentage.
Some essential team statistics include: Gold difference at 15 minutes (GD@15), Objective Control Rates (regarding Dragons, Barons, etc.) and First Blood Rate (FB%).
Betting with Cash Out
‘Cash out’ means that you can get money back on your bet before the event is over. This can be beneficial if you see a match is not unfolding like you thought it would.
The amount of cash back can be either more or less than your initial bet, depending on a number of factors. Typically, bookmakers offer the cash out option on live events. As the likelihood of winning changes, the cash out value will either increase, decrease or be removed entirely.
Betting with Handicap
As mentioned above, handicap betting (also known as ‘point betting’ or ‘line betting’ helps to even the playing field when two teams are unevenly matched. The sportsbook will give a wager advantage to the weaker team, and a disadvantage to the stronger one.
Boosted Odds
This betting term is fairly simple. It refers to when betting operators ‘boost’ the odds of a particular LEC betting market or event, which in turn yields ‘boosted’ returns. Be sure to always read the terms and conditions so you fully understand the nature of any boosted odds wager.
Where to Bet on the LEC
When it comes to making your bets on LEC LoL tournament events, it’s important to choose the right sportsbook.
We recommend that you always prioritise those bookmakers who have valid licenses, secure sites and fair odds. Always be on the lookout for generous welcome bonuses and loyalty programmes as well. These can help your wagers yield significantly greater returns over the long run.
To that effect, here are some of the top LoL Esports Live betting operators that we recommend. We have researched, vetted and reviewed each of them so that you can wager confidently and with peace of mind.
Betway is one of the premier websites for making bets on sports and Esports. They are based in Malta and licensed by the MGA and UKGC. Betway also offers a generous FreeBet club to enhance your wagers on more than 30 sports and six Esports, including LEC LoL.
Bet at Betway
Pixel Bet
Pixel.bet has quickly made a name for itself on the Esports betting scene. Pixel.bet provides a full sportsbook covering the top Esports games, including League of Legends, CS:GO and Overwatch. Their site stands out for its sleek appearance and optimised user interface.
Bet at Pixel.bet
bet365 has long reigned as one of the very best online betting sites available. Their website is simple and easy to use, with 24/7 customer support as a huge plus. They have an immense catalogue of bets available on more than 12 Esports, including LoL LEC, FIFA and StarCraft 2.
Esports betting could not be easier at Unibet, established in 1997 and licensed by the United Kingdom Gambling Commission. They offer 24/7 customer support live chat, as well as competitive betting odds on numerous sports and Esports. As one of the oldest bookkeepers on the market, Unibet is a great place to start betting on the LEC.
Bet at Unibet?
Unikrn is considered by many to be among the superior Esports betting sites. In addition to the standard betting options, Unikrn also offers Umode and Streamers betting. They feature high pre-match odds on over 20 different Esports, including League of Legends, NBA 2K, and Dota 2.
Bet at Unikrn
BetOnline.ag
You’ll find some of the most lucrative promotions at BetOnline.ag, with a 50% deposit bonus on your first deposit. At BetOnline.ag, you can wager with very high pre-match odds on all the most popular Esports, as well as on TV shows and most major syndicated sports. Keep an eye out for their huge cryptocurrencies bonuses too!
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To learn more about these or other popular Esports bookies, browse our full list of the best Esports betting sites.
LoL LEC Odds, Tips and Predictions
We will update this section with the latest 2021 LEC odds here once they are available. Stay tuned as well for our expert betting tips and tournament predictions.
What is LEC League of Legends?
The League of Legends European Championship (formerly the EU LCS) is the biggest league of its kind in Europe. The LEC is a melting pot of nationalities and cultures, with over 20 countries currently represented between ten teams. This diversity of players defines the European approach to playing the game.
In this guide, we’ve gathered the most important information about what’s in store for the 2021 LEC LoL season. Keep reading to learn more about the teams, schedule and casters, as well as the playoffs bracket and betting odds.
LoL LEC Tournament Format
The League of Legends European Championship divides its competitive seasons into two ‘Splits’ – Spring Split and Summer Split. Both Splits take place over the course of nine weeks, during which teams compete against each other in a round-robin tournament.
Each of the ten teams plays each other twice in a Best-of-One Map matchup. The top six teams qualify for the LEC LoL playoffs, with the top four playing in the winners’ bracket and the 5th and 6th playing in the losers’ bracket. Then, a final Best-of-Five showdown between the top two teams determines the tournament winner.
In addition to prize pool money, the winner of the Summer Split qualifies for the League of Legends World Championship. The team with the most LoL Championship Points, as well as the Winner of the Gauntlet Tournament, also qualify.
The LEC is organised by Riot Games, the developer and publisher of League of Legends. The first LEC playoffs took place in 2013, in which eight teams competed. Fnatic (FNC), widely regarded as one of the best teams in the league, were the first grand champions with a final score of 22W-6L.
Later, in 2019, Riot Games modified the tourney format, allowing a total of ten teams to compete. All ten teams now play against each other in a live tournament at the Riot Games studio in Berlin, Germany.
LEC LoL Spring Split 2021
Coming into the new year, the world of EU LoL Esports is eager to see new talents and strategies. Let’s take a closer look at what we can expect from the next season of the LEC.
LoL LEC Prize Pool
For the upcoming season of professional LoL gameplay in the EU, the prize pool is €200,000 EUR. The winning teams stand to win €80,000 for 1st place, €50,000 for 2nd and €30,000 for 3rd. Then, the prize for LoL Championship Points is 90 for 1st, 70 for 2nd, and 50 for 3rd, respectively.
LoL LEC Teams competing in the 2021 Spring Split
LoL LEC Teams 2021
Generally, LEC teams tend to prioritise laning, as well as mechanical ability. However, this has often come at the expense of synergy and team efficiency. The European pros tend to be more interested in honing their own game than working as a team. But there is an underlying cause for this disunity. Unlike the LCS and LCK, these European teams do not generally share one common native language.
It can be difficult to build a strong framework of communication and collaboration between five young people who do not share a mother tongue or culture. This may partly explain why both of the top LoL LEC teams, G2 Esports and Fnatic, failed to make the World Championship finals.
For many years, this league has been the domain of its top two teams, Fnatic and G2 Esports. Some experts predict that a new team will reign supreme in 2021, which will make this an exciting season for EULEC fans.
Here are all the LEC LoL teams that will compete in the next bracket.
Astralis
Astralis is a Danish Esports organisation founded in 2016. In September 2020, they acquired the Spanish LoL team, Origen, rebranding them as Astralis. The Astralis group is best known for their CS:GO team, and they compete globally in FIFA as well.
Excel Esports
Though their strength lies primarily in Call of Duty, this British Esports group has played LoL in the LEC since 2018. Excel Esports also fields teams in Street Fighter V, Rocket League, Gears of War, FIFA and Hearthstone.
FC Schalke 04 Esports
The ‘FC’ references the fact that it is owned by the German football club of the same name. When it founded its LoL team in 2015, it became the fourth football club to do so. Though not yet championship material, FC Schalke 04 Esports performed a ‘miracle run’ in the LEC Summer Split, which has many fans excited for the 2021 season.
Fnatic is based in the UK, Australia and the Netherlands. Alongside G2 Esports, Fnatic has dominated as the other top team in LEC since its inception. In addition to LoL, Fnatic also fields professional gamers in CS:GO and Painkiller. They won the Esports Team of the Year Award in 2006 and 2009.
Also known as G2.Kinguin and formerly known as Gamers2, G2 Esports is a Spanish Esports organisation currently based in Berlin, Germany. G2 has won more championship titles than any other team in the LEC. In addition to LoL, G2 Esports also hosts squads in CS:GO, Rocket League, Rainbow Six and Hearthstone.
For this Spanish Esports team, ‘Mad’ is short for Madrid, and ‘Lions’ references the famous Cybele tigers of that city. MAD Lions is a rookie team, established in 2017, but with promising prospects. MAD Lions won LoL Iberian Cup in 2018 and 2019, then placed 3rd in 2020.
Misfits Gaming is an Esports group based in the UK. They are known primarily for their League of Legends franchise, which won 1st place in EU CS Summer 2016. They also made it to the 2017 LoL World Championship, but lost 2-3 in the quarterfinals. Misfits Gaming also manages Florida Mayhem and Florida Mutineers, in the USA.
Founded in May 2016, Rogue Esports is an American Esports organisation with two League of Legends squads. The main team plays in the LEC, and its academy team participates in Poland’s national league, the Ultraliga. Rogue placed 1st in the 2020 LoL LEC Summer tournament, and 3rd in the playoffs. This makes the franchise a real contender in the Spring Split.
SK Gaming is a German Esports group, founded in 1997 under the moniker ‘Schroet Kommando’. It has since become one of the largest Esports organisations in the world. Despite being an established LEC franchise, SK Gaming is primarily for its world-leading CS:GO squadron.
Team Vitality is a French Esports organisation, which entered the LEC as in 2015. In addition to LoL, they also compete in Counter-Strike, Rainbow Six, Hearthstone, Rocket League, Fortnite and Fifa.
LoL LEC Playoffs Results 2020
Of the ten teams that competed in 2020’s LEC Summer Split, six made it to the playoffs:
Coming into this year’s LEC LoL finals, both G2 and Fnatic had nine titles apiece. This figure alone is mind-boggling, considering that the tournament has only been active since 2013.
In reality, it means that either Fnatic or G2 had won nearly every championship of the league’s history, except ALL in 2014, OG in 2015 and SPY in 2016.
To analyse the LEC 2020 Summer Split results, G2 retained its title as LoL EU champion when they rallied to defeat Fnatic in the final with a score of 3-0. As the runners-up, Fnatic played par for the course, performing only incrementally better than in previous seasons.
Finally, special mention goes to Rogue’s performance in the 2020 Summer Split. This nuanced team flipped the script of G2-Fnatic dominance, proving that they are one of the sharpest and most interesting teams in the league. MAD Lions, the rookies based in Madrid, and FC Schalke 04 both gave impressive runs as well.
Year Split Champion Runner-Up
2020 Spring G2 Esports Fnatic
Summer G2 Esports Fnatic
2018 Spring Fnatic G2 Esports
Summer Fnatic Schalke 04
2017 Spring G2 Esports Unicorns of Love
Summer G2 Esports Misfits Gaming
2016 Spring G2 Esports Origen
Summer G2 Esports Splyce
2015 Spring Fnatic Unicorns of Love
Summer Fnatic Origen
2014 Spring Fnatic SK Gaming
Summer Alliance Fnatic
2013 Spring Fnatic Gambit Gaming
Summer Fnatic Lemondogs
LEC LoL Offseason Roster Moves
Some of the teams in European Championship have made minor, nuanced changes to their line-ups. But others have opted for promising new rosters, with strong up-and-coming players leading the charge. With these offseason roster changes, the ten LoL LEC teams are now much more closely matched in firepower.
Here’s a quick summary of the most important roster changes of the 2020 offseason:
This team has brought on Andrei ‘Odoamne‘ Pascu and Adrian ‘Trymbi‘ Trybus to their line-up. In exchange, they’ve let go of Finn ‘Finn‘ Wiestål and Oskar ‘Vander‘ Bogdan. This squad remains stacked with talent, and we are excited to see how they continue the momentum of LEC Summer Split 2020.
This team has promoted the Academy top laner, Tobiasz ‘Agresivoo‘ Ciba to the starting roster. They have also signed Vincent ‘Vetheo‘ Berrié as the replacement of LoL LEC veteran, Fabian ‘Febiven‘ Diepstraten. While not a premier line-up, the team at least has some solid veterans leading the charge in LEC Spring Split 2021.
Often regarded as the de facto underdogs of the LEC, this LoL team has made some promising roster changes. They’ve brought on the top laner and champion, Sergen ‘BrokenBlade‘ Çelik, as well as Dino ‘Limit‘ Tot. While neither of these will make Schalke a perfect team, with Erberk ‘Gilius‘ Demir at the helm their performance may drastically improve.
Saving the best for last, G2’s simple roster change for the upcoming LEC LoL season has left many Esports live fans reeling. When Rekkles left Fnatic, he signed on with their arch-rival, G2 Esports, on better terms and with much fanfare. Only time will tell what this seasoned veteran and league championship will perform in his new role, but we’ve got popcorn and front row seats.
With the iconoclastic Martin ‘Rekkles‘ Larsson leaving Fnatic, the team has scrambled to find a replacement for the star player. The 20-year-old League of Legends pro, Upset, has joined the LEC with big shoes to fill as ADC. This is seen by many as a controversial move, but we’re looking forward to seeing how he performs, possibly changing the future of Fnatic.
Bringing over Erik ‘Treatz’ Wessén to fill Limit’s shoes will prove to be an interesting choice. Time will tell if Treatz is an upgrade, a downgrade, or just a sidegrade from the previous lineup.
No major or surprising changes here. MAD Lions has signed İrfan ‘Armut‘ Berk Tükek and the Movistar Riders jungler, Javier ‘Elyoya‘ Prades.
LoL LEC Casters
The official team of LoL LEC casters has not yet been confirmed for the 2021 season. However, we hope that our favourites from 2020 will return to dazzle us once more:
Aaron ‘Medic’ Chamberlain – Play-by-Play Caster
Trevor ‘Quickshot’ Henry – Play-by-Play Caster
Daniel ‘Drakos’ Drakos – Play-by-Play Caster
Andrew ‘Vedius’ Day – Colour Caster
Indiana ‘Froskurinn’ Black – Colour Caster
Christy ‘Ender’ Frierson – Colour Caster
LoL LEC Schedule
We will add the 2021 LoL LEC schedule closer to the start date of the tournament.
Where to Watch 2021 LoL Esports Live
All LEC matchups are played live at the Riot Games studio in Adlershof, Berlin, Germany. Riot Games broadcasts the tournament on numerous streaming platforms so fans can watch the competition in real time. The 2020 Summer Split broke all previous records, with peak viewership reaching 1,002,178.
Here are our recommendations for you to tune into the LEC LoL Esports stream from your home, a cafe, or wherever you prefer to watch.
Twitch is the world's leading live streaming platform for gamers. More than 1 million people tuned in to watch the League of Legends LEC summer playoffs of 2020. More than 670,000 of those viewers watched on Twitch. With broadcasts in eight languages and counting, Twitch is the tried and true platform for streaming your favourite LoL Esports live.
Sometimes it feels like YouTube is as old as the internet itself. But its technology and content as a digital media platform have always outperformed its competitors. Have you spent years watching speedrun videos, reaction videos and/or cat videos on YouTube? Fortunately, you'll also find all the most important League of Legends LEC streams there, accessible from anywhere in the world.
LEC LoL 2021 Final Say
The top EU teams’ performance at the 2020 World Championship left something to be desired. There simply was not much for European fans to feel very proud of. But with every offseason come roster changes, and with every new year we have new opportunities to excel.
While the LoL LEC champions of 2020 weren’t yet ready for Worlds, local talent continues to shine. It remains to be seen how the ‘underdogs’ of the league, such as Rogue and MAD Lions, will fare against their long standing overlords, G2 Esports and Fnatic. But there is a change in the wind. Many fans seem to sense that the LEC standings will soon change, and that a new contender will emerge victorious.
As longtime fans of League of Legends, we are excited to see what the 2021 season holds for the LEC league. Will G2 Esports and Fnatic maintain their superiority? Or will a new team be crowned champion?
Either way you’ll find all the latest information and top League of Legends betting guides right here on our site. So stay tuned and prepare for a 2021 LEC LoL season that is bound to be . . . Legendary!
LEC LoL FAQs
What is LEC LoL?
The League of Legends European Championship (formerly known as the EU LCS) is the biggest LoL league in the EU. It has been active for nine years. The league comprises ten teams made up of players from across Europe and around the world. In the LEC, professional Esports teams compete against each other for a top prize of €80,000 for 1st place.
How can I bet on the League of Legends European Championship?
There are many ways to bet on the LEC LoL! First, start by reading our in-depth guide to betting on the LEC league, where you’ll find the best LoL LEC odds and bonuses.
What is the LoL LEC schedule in 2021?
The 2021 schedule has yet to be determined, so stay tuned on our site for the latest developments for the 2021 LEC Spring Split.
What does LEC stand for League of Legends?
LEC is short for the League of Legends European Championship.
Who are the LoL LEC casters for 2021?
The LEC LoL casters have not yet been announced. Keep up to date with the latest news, standings and more on our site. You will also find the best odds for betting on League of Legends right here as well.
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D&D 5E A brief rant about Rime of the Frost Maiden, farming, logistics, and ecology
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MichaelSomething
Coroc said:
one does not mandatory imply the other.
There's only so much room in an adventure book. Or so much time you can spend on writing stuff. Another option would be to increase the cost of the book so that there are more resources to devote to internal consistency.
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MichaelSomething said:
This book does not need an increased cost to justify a few more pages or to justify having increased resources to make it internal consistent. These things are what we are paying for already for $50.
Maybe a lot of Enworld just has no idea how much $50 is worth to people who aren't financially well-off?
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Chaosmancer
So you a bunch of you would be cool if the adventure cut three or four encounters and filled those pages with situation exposition and world logistics instead?
One of my proposed solutions was a sidebar. Not even a full page.
So, how about cutting a piece of art? Would you mind getting one less half-page of art in exchange for more robust world-building? Or maybe we can cut out something else. Heck, Mad Mage had at least one entirely pointless encounter that I know took a lot of text to explain. Maybe Rhime has an encounter that is basically just "hungry wolves attack you" that could be cut with no loss.
Oofta said:
We've had over 300 posts arguing about less than .01% of the mod. Because WOTC didn't explicitly detail out something that most groups are going to not notice, ignore or the DM is going to have to spend 5 minutes adjusting to suit their idea of realistic. The posters complaining base their judgement on modern standards without accepting that some regions have had nearly total crop failures in the past yet people survived.
I don't expect reality simulation from anything D&D, I don't see why anyone would expect it now. What were they supposed to do? Hire a group of climatologists, historians, experts in sub arctic flora and fauna to write a scientifically accurate paper? Because honestly I have no clue what changes to the climate would have to be made to get the level of desperation implied by the mod. While I haven't read the mod my take is that if things don't change, the north is looking at a near extinction level event for surface dwellers. It has to be bad. How bad? Heck if I know.
If you think the description is too harsh (or not harsh enough) change the 3 sentences involved. For example it's spring of the 2nd year and it's getting worse, not better. They're starting to get desperate. While they had barely enough resources to make it through the past year they won't survive another. Tweak the temperatures so the lowest values only happen now and then, adjust the con DC to whatever value makes sense. Done.
If there are major problems with the structure of the rest of the mod, fine. I haven't read the mod I have no clue. But this? Meh.
Will most groups notice it? Maybe. Can't say. Seems like everyone is going to hear the part in question, it is after all, the hook of the adventure.
As for a team of climate and flora experts? No. I don't think they needed that. But, this is not something that requires that level of expertise in the first place. Most plants work on a yearly cycle. It has been two years with no sun (or very little sun) and no spring, so no pollination or creation of new seeds for annuals which literally die after a year.
I don't need to be an expert in climate and plants to realize that that is a "bad thing" after a year. After two years, I would expect everything to be dead. But we are being told that it will be at least two and a half to three years for the plants and animals to be at risk of dying? That doesn't make sense.
And could I change it? Yes, of course I could. But just because I can change the entire timeline of the adventure plot they created, doesn't mean that it is a good thing that I had to do that.
And, since I saw you bring it up in your other post, and I know these discussions can ramble, I will repeat again. I'm not saying the adventure is worthless, or that WoTC is incompetent. This sort of writing happens all the time in Fantasy. I get that. But, this isn't a background detail, or a strange setting piece, this is the entire premise of the adventure. That's a big deal, isn't it?
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Oofta
Title? I don't need no stinkin' title.
Chaosmancer said:
That's a big deal, isn't it?
If it bothers you, tweak it. "Last summer the sun barely came up, not nearly enough to melt all the snow. This year spring isn't coming and the days aren't getting longer." Done.
So no, it's not a big deal IMHO since it took all of 30 seconds to think of something that makes more sense if you want.
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FitzTheRuke
I don't think anything really even needs to be changed, other than not taking a few sentences in the adventure word-for-word literally. Other than those few sentences, which I think are oversights, the adventure heavily implies that the trouble has been PROGRESSING for two years, not that it suddenly went from NORMAL to DARK COLD WINTER one day without warning. It really doesn't spell out that it means for anyone to take it that way. It's also the simplest "change" to make - over two years it got worse until it's this way NOW. Go adventure!
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Maybe part of my problem with some of the complaints is that a lot of people are saying that the basic premise of the mod is broken*. I disagree, but it's more that while I may disagree with the details of the description of what Auril is doing and may tweak it, the basic premise of the mod is that you have a (literally) cold hearted god bent on permanently freezing the region.
If I tweak the details a bit (or say the changes have been gradually getting worse) so that people are still alive but fearing for their lives but not already dead, that doesn't change the premise of the mod. Just adjusts the fluff a bit to be what I would consider more realistic.
*At least some people are saying the entire mod is horrible because of this detail.
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PointOfIsnpiration said:
Books or Food is a tough spot to be in.
In dollars adjusted for Inflation, modules today do not cost more then the $15 that such omnibus editions like Temple of Elemental Evil and Demonweb pits cost.
I think the Omnibus Giants/Underdark/Demonweb pits has half the page count of Rime's 300+ page count.
Of course more of something you dislike, does not make it better.
WotC could chose to make changes. that could allow less expensive production runs, like B&W maps and artwork. That does not seem to be a model that D&D is currently interested in though.
Laurefindel
In this case, the fact that it is easy to «fix» isn’t what makes it a big deal or not. It’s that the turn-off happens in the opening sale pitch of the adventure. That is a big deal to many, even if it isn’t to you.
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Laurefindel said:
It’s that the turn-off happens in the opening sale pitch of the adventure. That is a big deal to many, even if it isn’t to you.
Great don't buy the book....why slander it, when it doesn't appeal to you?
This a D&D module....even products acclaimed to be good or great by the masses are still hated by many.
Tomb of Horrors is a crap adventure. It is memorable, someone likely will die, but it is a gimmicky train ride to death. For some this is a feature!
Out of curiosity, would you have liked the premise if they had explicitly spelled-out that the situation progressed to Dark Cold Winter over two years of steady decline?
FitzTheRuke said:
Maybe? I don’t know. It isn’t a big turn off for me. Only, I acknowledge that it can be for many people.
for what it’s worth, I also acknowledge that it’s a big wow factor for many others.
my position in this matter is that I dislike when people speak in absolute, regardless of their stance.
Oh yeah, I agree entirely about absolutes.
Thunderous Mojo said:
Did you mean to respond to my post?
So we can't criticize the adventure? A lot of people in this thread have been constructive and polite; are you saying that WotC adventures are above criticism?
Of course you can criticize the Adventure. If it is constructive criticism, I might even adopt the changes proposed.
Non-constructive Criticism becomes tedious after a bit. You don't like the module...Cool.
Others, do like the module....also cool.
Next topic, please.
(Essentially, that is what we are left with once Constructive Criticism is exhausted).
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Weird that I still see constructive criticism, such as from Chaosmancer, and you ignore it to focus on the scraps of meanness there are in this thread.
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Bud.
I’ve been quite poor. I have felt nearly overwhelming gratitude over $10 given freely, and choking, shaking, rage at the same amount lost for reasons beyond my control. I have eaten or not eaten because of the mood of strangers.
I just don’t care about the specific thing that you find so important, here. It has no impact on my view of the value of the product. To me, you’re essentially suggesting that we are being overcharged because you don’t like the art style of the cover.
It’s a preference, not a matter of quality.
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If it doesn't matter to you, but it does to me and others, then why do you keep repeatedly telling us how to feel? Why do you feel such an earnest need to tell people that their issues with the adventure are smalltime and don't matter? What are you gaining from demeaning our point of view so much?
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You seemed to have skipped over the paragraph before that. I'll repost it.
"And could I change it? Yes, of course I could. But just because I can change the entire timeline of the adventure plot they created, doesn't mean that it is a good thing that I had to do that."
Yes, I could solve this issue. I could do so very quickly. We did do so. That isn't the point I am making. If it was a matter of "I need a solution" I would have been done with this thread by the OP's post, which also gave solutions.
I'm asking a deeper question. Isn't it a big deal that the Premise of the adventure, the hook that is supposed to draw us into the game, needs fixed? That from the very beginning of the adventure, I need to step in as a DM and start rewriting, not minor nags, but the core concept of the entire plot? That feels significant to me.
Okay, this is a different point of view, but, I think this speaks to knowledge and opening scenes.
To me, the premise presented is "two years of harsh cold and no sun, if this continues, nothing will be left alive. The adventurers must fix this." And then they find out that the root cause is Auril, a cold-hearted goddess bent on permanently freezing the region.
And, where I end up stumbling is that, if we accept that Auril is the premise, she should have already won. She has frozen the region, and when I look at the two year timeline it is like reading the end of Watchmen. "I completed my plan 30 minutes ago." The region would be devastated, everyone or nearly everyone should be dead.
Which, to use another example, would be like saying the premise of the new Walking Dead property is to prevent the Zombie Apocalypse. But, it takes place after the apocalypse already happened. It is too late to prevent that.
And again, I know I can go in and rewrite the module to make this work. I can fix this, and the rest will run fine, but I feel it is significant that I have to go in and fix it, because they gave us a mission to prevent an apocalypse, then told us it was already too late, without explaining why we still have nearly a year to still save the region.
Most of the people who were slandering it seem to no longer be in this discussion. So, I'm not sure who you are referring to with that
Why can't we critique it though? I love the first Avengers movie, it was really really good. It is not above critique, and the fact that it is not a perfect movie with zero flaws does not mean it isn't a great movie with much to be lauded for.
I'm just not sure where this hostility is coming from, these are fairly honest critiques of the module. It does not mean it is not still a good module. Everything has flaws, but if we never talk about them, we can't improve.
Edit: It seems you are more thinking that the discussion has run its course and should be finished. Which... I disagree with, mostly because it seems the discussion has not run its course yet. But, if you feel there is nothing more to be said, then I can respect that you have nothing more to say.
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Scraps of meanness? I've been responding to you ....is that how you are describing your own posts? I am not understanding you, I'm afraid.
Why can't we critique it though?
You can, of course .....I have a post all about constructive criticism, just a few posts, above.
Fiction is about suspension of disbelief. If your disbelief can't even get you across the threshold....there isn't that much more to talk about.
The module at it's heart is not about what the NPC's do, but what the players do.
Winter's Fury is unleashed...players...en media res..what do you do?
The Chard Dragon will be unleashed....what do the players do?
Nobody is going to live unless Auril is dealt with...what do the players do?
There is a really cool Lost City...what do the players do?
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Ethiopia to face Uganda in Soccer Friendly
National Teams Walias
Addis Ababa – The Walias of Ethiopia will face the Uganda Cranes in a soccer friendly match tomorrow in preparation of the 2019 African Cup of Nations qualifiers (AFCON).
Although the match was initially schedule to take place at the Addis Ababa Stadium, the Ethiopian Football Federation (EFF) was forced to change the venue to the 50,000-seat Hawassa Stadium in the southern part of the country because the torrential rain has made the field impossible to play on.
The Walia Ibex, seeking their first return to AFCON since 2013, are in group “F” of the qualifiers with Ghana, Kenya and Sierra Leone. They will open their campaign away to Ghana on June 9th.
This will be the first test match for the newly appointed Walia coach Ashenafi Bekele, who named a 29-man squad a few weeks ago made up of the domestic Ethiopian Premier League.
Shemelis Bekele and Oumed Okuri are the only foreign based players summoned in the provisional team.
Oumed, who plays for El-Entag El-Harby Sporting Club in the Egyptian topflight, has enjoyed a successful season, scoring nine goals in all competitions.
Hawassa International Stadium
Tags: AFCON, Ethiopia, Soccer, Sport, Uganda, Walias
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Romania: Ten dead in COVID-19 hospital blaze
By AP • last updated: 14/11/2020
A priest wearing a mask for protection against the COVID-19 infection stands outside the Stavropoleos church, built in 1724, in Bucharest, Romania, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020 - Copyright Vadim Ghirda/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
Romanian officials say a fire at a hospital treating COVID-19 patients has killed 10 people and critically injured seven others.
The blaze spread through the intensive care ward designated for people with COVID-19 patients at the public hospital in the northern city of Piatra Neamt, said Irina Popa, the spokeswoman for the local Emergency Situations Inspectorate.
Popa said all of the people who died or were injured in Saturday's fire except one were hospital patients.
Romanian health minister, Nelu Tataru, told local media the fire was “most likely triggered by a short circuit.”
Piatra Neamt is about 353 kilometers (219 miles) north of Romania's capital, Bucharest.
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Jack Colback misses Watford clash
Jack Colback misses out (Nick Potts/PA)
Nottingham Forest will be without Jack Colback when they host Watford.
The midfielder was forced off with an ankle injury just before half-time in Sunday’s 1-0 home defeat to Swansea.
The game against the Hornets is also likely to come too soon for a number of players who are making their way back from injuries.
Joe Worrall (foot), Tyler Blackett (unspecified), Samba Sow (hamstring), Michael Dawson (calf) and Lewis Grabban (hip) all resumed training last week.
Watford have been handed a triple injury boost after Adam Masina, Will Hughes and Tom Cleverley all resumed training.
It remains to be seen whether the trio will play a part at the City Ground on Wednesday night, with all three at different stages of their recovery, but it is a significant positive for boss Vladimir Ivic who is set to see numbers in his squad bolstered over the coming weeks.
Andre Gray suffered a hamstring injury in the home win against Preston on Saturday and the striker will miss out.
Troy Deeney made his first start of the season against North End and the club captain is likely to keep his place in the team in the absence of Gray.
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Explore Fiber > Contributors > Sara Trail, Berkeley, CA
Creating Sewing Activists – One Stitch at a Time
Sara Trail learned to sew at the young age of 4, and is now a successful author, sewing teacher and pattern and fabric designer. At age 13, she wrote a nationally published book, “Sew with Sara” that teaches teens and tweens how to sew cute clothes and accessories for fun and profit. At 15, she starred in a nationally published DVDs, “Cool stuff to Sew With Sara.”
She then designed two fabric collections, Folkheart and Biology 101 a pattern collection with Simplicity, “Designed with Love by Sara.” Her pattern collection features prom dresses, backpack patterns, hoodies and jackets as well as aprons and tote bags.
Trayvon Martin was 14 days older than Sara, and in 2012 his murder inspired her to create an art quilt memorial featuring his face shrouded by a grey hoodie. At that moment, Sara’s love for sewing and passion for social justice intertwined. Most of her current work is inspired from issues she feels passionate about- ranging from racism and gentrification to police brutality.
Sara is 21 years old, graduated from the University of California Berkeley in 2015, and has been featured on Disney Channel, PBS kids and many magazines and blogs. She is currently focused on establishing the Social Justice Sewing Academy (SJSA) as a permanent program in an urban area.
Website: http://www.sjsacademy.com
Instagram: sjsacademy
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/socialjusticesewingacademy/?fref=nf
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How to Raise a Good Kid: 30 Simple Ways Parents Can Model Morality
Kids are little sponges. The way we act around them will inform how they think about their morality.
By Lizzy Francis
Feb 07 2019, 9:34 AM
Raising kids who are polite, self-aware, adventurous, or possessed of any number of other positive traits that make for happy adulthoods is extraordinarily difficult. The puzzle of raising a complete person is — among other things — what keeps parents up at night. And considered in the abstract, it’s more or less impossible to solve. Fortunately, there’s a different way to think about handing down positive personality traits: It’s all about parents modeling good behavior. And that it doable. Adults should, at least in theory, be capable of curbing their own worst impulses.
Decades worth of scientific and sociological studies prove that kids are mimics. They watch adults and emulate their behavior. When adults are patient, the kids they are patient with inherit that forbearance. When adults are kind to kids, they inherit that generosity. So the question for adults is this: What are the best ways to consciously model moral behavior. Well, there are clear answers. Over the course of nine interviews with child development experts, researchers, pediatricians and psychologists, Fatherly asked for examples of ways in which parents can create behavioral rubrics for their kids. And the experts delivered. Here are the simple habits and actions they suggested.
How To Model Politeness:
Say “please” and “thank you” to food service workers, store employees, and school security officers.
Relentlessly remind kids to engage in polite behavior. If they try to leave the dinner table before asking if they can be excused, remind them to ask. Remind them to put their napkin on their laps. To speak with their mouth empty, not full of food.
Positively redirect bad behaviors. If a kid is reaching across the table to grab a crayon and knocking over stuff in the process and interrupting others work, ask them if they want a crayon, and remind them that they can ask next time. Tell them why that’s more polite.
Make politeness about more than manners. Remind kids that it’s about treating others with basic decency and respect. Even call it “The Golden Rule.”
How to Model Strength:
Make a point of exercising, even when you’re busy. If you’re going to the zoo that day, tell your kid you have to wake up early to work out before. Tell your kid if you worked out while they were at school. Make it a part of your every day.
Grieve in front of your kids. If a pet passes, kids should see you mourn while still being able to cook dinner, be a strong parent, and go to work.
Take breaks from work and engage in laziness. While working hard — like if you’re cleaning gutters — take a break and show kids that work can still be done while taking care of yourself.
Take big setbacks in as much stride as possible. If you get laid off, talk about what you could have done better, what you know you did well, and that it will be okay.
How to Model Skepticism:
Ask a lot of questions when making big decisions in front of your kid. If you are trying to buy a new car, and you’ve taken your kid to the dealership, ask a lot of questions. Does this van get good gas mileage? Is the safety rating acceptable?
Explain all the decisions you make, too. If you chose to eat an apple instead of potato chips, explain why. Thought goes into even the most simple of decisions and those decisions stack up for a full life of choices.
Ask kids about their choices. Why did they take that toy from the other kid? Why did they choose the color orange crayon instead of yellow?
How to Model Adventurousness:
Let kids explore. By the time kids are toddlers, they hear “No” every seven minutes. Ensure that they’re safe, but let them climb high on the jungle gym if they’ve never done it before.
Let them weather skinned knees on their own. A skinned knee needs not much more than Neosporin, a bandaid, and a kiss. Don’t get upset when it happens. Let kids jump back up and keep playing.
Help kids be emotionally adventurous. If they get invited to a birthday party and are shy, encourage them to go for just an hour. And then congratulate them on their adventurousness.
When kids make decisions, walk them through the consequences of that decision. Kids should feel free to be the main actors over their own lives, but they also shouldn’t make reckless choices. Ask them what will happen if they tell you they’re going to wear dirty clothes or throw rocks at a kid on the playground.
How to Model Empathy:
Talk about your feelings. Exhaustively. Say when you are tired or upset or annoyed and explain why, within reason. “I’m tired because I didn’t sleep well.” “I’m annoyed because we’re late to soccer practice because of traffic I probably could have predicted.” Try not to get too upset, visibly. But talk it out. This will help kids realize they can resort to language when they’re upset, too.
Ask your kid about their feelings. When they fail a test, ask them how that feels. Tell them that it’s okay that they are upset and that they messed up and that once they’ve calmed down you can come up with an attack plan.
Be patient when your kids are having tantrums. That’s really hard. But kids are often upset because they’re not getting what they want. Acknowledge that. Don’t give in, but let them know you understand.
Use emotional vocabulary with boys, and girls. Research shows that adults tend to use more emotional vocabulary with girls when playing (Wow, how is that doll feeling?) vs. boys (Make the truck go vroom!) Switch it up a little, and help kids gain the tools to be emotionally available.
Do things for others, like helping someone carry a stroller up subway steps, without being asked, in front of your kids.
Engage in active reading. When you’re reading a book to your kid, ask your child about all of the feelings each character might be going through. About what they might be thinking.
How to Model Resiliency:
Apologize when you have done wrong to your kid. Did you get upset with them over something really minor? Say so. Tell them you are sorry you did wrong. That will show them that you can make mistakes, own up for it, and still be a good parent.
Apologize in front of your kid when you’ve done wrong to others. If you mistakenly got cross with a customer service representative or cut someone off at the grocery store, apologize to them and then talk to your kid about it.
Stop looking at your phone all the time. For real. Phones have allowed people to avoid becoming bored; it’s a convenient time-filler that occupies the mind so the mind doesn’t have to occupy itself. Every time you pull out your phone in line at the grocery store you’re telling your kid two things: 1) that you must constantly be distracted, and 2) that the phone is better than them. Don’t do that.
How to Model Confidence:
Compliment kids for their hard work, not always the results of the hard work. Resilient kids are kids who value the work itself rather than the results. They are kids who know that their successes are based on their efforts and their efforts are more important than getting the “A” or being the star player. So tell them, “When you defended that goal in the second quarter, that was really awesome.”
Talk about yourself and compliment yourself. When you’re talking to your kid about your accomplishments at work, say, “I worked really hard on this project and my skills at accounting really showed through.” Or say, “I’m a great listener, so I remember when you told me this.”
Compliment others in front of your kids — especially if they are friends with your kid. You don’t want a kid who thinks they accomplish their greatness alone, so if they are on a sports team and played great, make sure to bring up team members and friends who also contributed to the success. This will ensure that your kid isn’t so cocky.
How to Model Self-Awareness:
Take the long view. Like every trait, self-awareness is something that is a constant project. As adults, we learn new things about ourselves all the time. Being patient with your kids through their phases and their wild ideas and giving them the space to question who they are is important.
Remind your kids, literally, to look around them. Being self-aware in mind is one thing; being self-aware in physical space is another. Making sure kids aren’t grabby at others toys or are aware there’s a playground line is not only making sure they are engaging with polite, fair play: it’s also helping them realize that their body might cause annoyance to others.
Don’t over-do it on the cautionary tales. If your kid is going through something tough like social rejection in the form of not being invited to a birthday party, never extend beyond saying “I know how you feel.” Let your kid think about why they may not have been invited on their own, and don’t let them immediately jump into calling other people mean, or hateful, or bad. Don’t engage in that, either. Just talk to them about their feelings and make them a good snack.
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Soldiering On
From FembotWiki
There was always a war raging somewhere in the world. Sometimes it went by different names; conflicts, battles, skirmishes and sometimes just simply situations. It didn’t matter the term anyone used to describe it, the events were usually the same. Bullets were flying, there was a scrambling chaos in the air and lives were lost. As a result of both the increasing technology and the destabilization of nations around the world, most nations dumped a massive amount of funding into research and development. The culmination of which was the introduction of realistic humanoid robots, most of which were initially used for military purposes but soon crept into civilian use with time. They were still extraordinarily expensive, particularly the military issued units which still resided somewhere in the thousands of dollars.
With the advent of androids that were life like enough to pass most challenges, a new era of espionage was born. Androids were crafted to look like every race in the word, speaking perfectly in the native language and programmed with local traditions and knowledge, along with a perfect loyalty to their home country. International spy rings made up entirely of just robotic units sprang up all over the globe and soon, government secrets were being tapped in to with no warning at all. The new robotic spies were capable of emulating a human in almost every way. New lines of androids perfectly suited for hacking computers were deployed to the field, and alongside them more specialized units that were expertly programmed in seduction and information extraction. Units from every country were dispersed among the population and used as their local government saw fit.
Claire, was one of these units. Her purpose was not something as subtle as infiltration and extraction, her construction and programming was geared more towards a “boots on the ground” type of soldier in an ongoing conflict in the middle east. War had been sparked there and the flames died down from time to time, or flared up in other regions, Claire and her division of android soldiers were made for quick deployment and specialized missions. She herself had successfully completed a dozen assignments and was gaining quite the reputation for themselves. Claire had received her orders earlier in the day that there was a high value target that had called for an immediate extraction from a local village that they were using as a safe house and base of operations. The person in question had been compromised and was requesting an escort out of the area with the intel that they had acquired.
So Claire and the rest of her squad mates, both human and android alike swayed back and forth on the transport helicopter as it sliced through the early morning air towards the village. She held her FN-SCAR-H battle rifle in one hand, while her other ran through the short shock of dark black hair on her head. The fingertips on her fingers grazing against the undershave on the sides of her skull. There was a short squeal in her ear as the pilot relayed information to the squad through his headset, though the sound played directly into Claire’s systems. She literally heard it in her head without the need for the bulky, noise isolating headsets her human companions required.
“Target LZ two klicks out” the man’s voice crackled in Claires ear.
Claire leaned out of her seat just a bit, well enough to see out of the side of the transport as it dropped low to the ground. In the distance she could make out a long black trail of smoke curling up from the place where the village was intended to be. In that instant her artificial mind told her they were in for a fight. She didn’t bother to look but pulled back the cocking handle on her rifle, chambering what would be the first of many rounds to be fired. Soon she felt the inertia of the helicopter shift and she was tilted backwards as the craft slowed and stopped. It never actually touched the ground, but Claire knew her time had come. She hopped from the seat, past the skids on the bottom of the helicopter and to the ground. She dropped into a crouch and brought her battle rifle up, expecting to have to return fire, but none came. Once her remaining squad mates had hopped from the transport and landed in a similar position and they were confident that no unfriendly retaliation was coming, the helicopter lifted off and began to drift away. Claire looked into the village and with the camera-like optics housed behind her artificial eyeballs, she zoomed in and began scanning for hostile activity.
“No contacts, move in” Claire barked, and raised a hand, extending two fingers upwards and then flicking them towards the village. Her squad mates rose with her and moved quickly past the small adobe wall and into the village proper. Each one taking cover in sets of two. The team moved forward, penetrating deeper into the village, keeping a keen eye on any signs of movement. From the corners of their eyes the human members could see small movements, mostly residents of the village ducking inside of their house. It was clear that the locals had seen the writing on the wall and knew that there was a conflict on the horizon. As the squad moved into the village, the source of the black column of smoke became apparent, as did the reasoning behind the attitudes of the villagers.
Towards the back corner of the village, nestled against two sections of the wall, was a small hut and just outside of it was a jeep. The vehicle was engulfed in flames, the fabric of the seats curled and bubbled weirdly and the engine compartment leaked flames from the sides. The whole thing was riddled with bullet holes and one side door was shredded from what looked like a fragmentation grenade. Claire looked from the jeep to the hut, the door looked like it was shattered inward, but the interior was too dark to see inside.
“Spread out, i don’t want any visitors getting the drop on us.” Claire ordered before stepping up to the door and pressing herself against the door jamb. SHe activated the night vision lens inside of her eyes and peeked into the dark interior, weapon at the ready. The hut was only one room, but it looked in utter disarray. The sparse amount of furniture was shredded by gunfire, and the walls were not pockmarked with a litany of shrapnel and bullets. Shattered pottery and ceramics lay on the floor of the makeshift kitchen and even the crude floor boards were pulled up and mangled. Most prominently, a body lay against the far back wall.
It was a woman, her head was tilted to one side and her eyes remained open. There was a clear bullet hole directly between her eyes, though no blood. Scattered around the girl were shattered and torn pieces of electronics, wires, cables, and pieces of green circuit boards. Even as Claire looked in on her she could see a small wisp of smoke curling out of the hole in the robot’s head. Her eyes were wide open and a pistol lay in her hands with spent shell casings around her. Claire could see that whoever it was that took her down was entirely unaware that she was a robot, in all likelihood they had torched her jeep, riddled her home with automatic weapons fire and then spotted a body. Claire knew better, the android’s head and likely central processors were taken out, but the data was still sound.
Claire carefully moved into the home then crouched down next to the android. She lifted the girl’s green tank top shirt and held a hand over her belly. The wireless radio embedded in Claire’s hand registered with the agent’s system, using the last remnants of her power core to unseal a small belly panel that retracted inward and then slid up into her body. There wasn’t much to speak of below the panel, save for a plastic frame with a panel covered in ceramic armor plating. Claire reached in and unsnapped the plate from its resting place to reveal a bay of drives and a data port. Claire set down her battle rifle and reached out, forcing the two vacant and lifeless robotic eyes closed on her fellow fallen android compatriot. There was the faintest sound of whining servo motors as Claire forced the eyelids closed, and once closed, Claire lifted her own top, tucking the cloth into the lower edge of her vest. A similar panel whooshed and unsealed itself before sliding inward and up into her torso. As the panel opened she dug into a pouch on her hip and pulled out a data cable. She plugged it into the fallen soldiers data port and to her own.
Claire’s eyelids began to flutter rapidly as she dove deep into the file system stored inside of the destroyed robot soldier, scanning through the directories until she finally came to the secured folder of intel the android had gathered. She copied the files to her own system, a process that took only a few moments over the high speed local data cable. The file copy could not have finished at a more opportune time either. Just as Claire tugged the cable free and began to coil it up, one of her squad mates appeared in the doorway.
“Contact, in bound from the east entrance. We’re on the move.” Claire heard the words and her processors, capable as they were, took the information and compiled it and began to formulate a strategy for exiting the village now that they had what they needed. The informant android would need to be scrapped though. Each and every android in the military service had their own self destruct mechanism, though this one would need to be manually triggered.
“Get to cover we’ll move out one this one is scrapped” Claire said and the soldier in the doorway nodded and disappeared.
Claire brought her hands up to the curvature of the girl’s jawline and pressed in hard. A small click was barely heard and the robot’s entire face lifted upward, hinging on a singular point below the synthetic flesh of her forehead, right at the hairline. The motion caused the skin to wrinkle and fold weirdly around her forehead, but Claire didn;t pay it any attention, instead she found the small manual trigger inside the girl’s head. Next to it was a small keyhole in case the broken chassis was found by a human, the key could be inserted to activate the detonation of her body, but Claire had the wireless authorization in her hand already and luckily there was still a small battery power left in her systems to run the scanner. Claire waved her hand over the opening in the little gynoid’s face and the detonation button lit up green, indicating that CLaire had been authorized to use it. SHe pressed her thumb into the button and it clicked into place, staying depressed. Claire quickly reached up and closed the girl’s face plate and latched it into place before sprinting out the door.
Claire ducked into a recessed doorway and moments later the squeal of tearing metal and the clacking of shredded electronics and plastics against the walls and floor of the little hut filed the air. A valuable asset had been kept out of the hands of the enemy, but it also alerted the incoming insurgence to their presence. Heavy machine gun fire filled the air and Claire heard the rounds zinging past her. The air erupted with the chaotic screams of fleeing villagers, the roar of the machine gun mounted in the bed of an white pickup truck and the rapidly barked orders from all around her. Her squad mates were coordinating cover fire and ducking behind cover, Claire on the other hand was in the process of receiving new orders and modified programming. She was now marked as the carrier of critical data and her top priority was to return to base with the information intact.
Claire dashed across the road, making a bee line for the outwall that surrounded the city, intending to use her well crafted body to vault it and make her way through the crops and fields that surrounded the small clustering of huts and buildings. She managed to get two strides into her run when one of the flying rounds zinged into her shoulder, easily penetrating the artificial skin and tearing into the metal and plastic joint. The hit wasn’t enough to fully blast her arm out of it’s socket, but it did scatter pieces of shattered circuitry and scraps of plastic and metal out of the back of her shoulder. Laire immediately saw the pop-up alerting her of the damage in her field of vision, and though it only took a small amount of her processor power to clear it, the action still had to wait in the queue. Her processors were busily keeping her underlying systems operational at the best performance possible, along with the personality overlay and a variety of tasks to keep Claire moving. Chiefly at the moment was the rapid calculations with her shifting weight from taking a hit in her arm, and moving the appropriate body part to keep her on her feet and keep her moving. The result was that the error message turned opaque in her field of vision and stayed present until she managed to stumble behind the corner of a building, at which point the error message was closed and her operating system resumed functionality as best they could.
Claire had a moment and looked over towards her shoulder. Her arm hung limply there, her fingers curled into a weird position, likely due to one final surge of power and data as the connection was severed. Her arm clung to the rest of her body by thin strands of stretched synthetic flesh and the remains of her olive drab shirt. It was no longer any use to her, she would have to have it replaced once she got back to base camp. Claire reached across her body and pulled downward on the arm until her skin stretched and eventually snapped along with the cotton of her shirt. She let the module fall to the ground, she couldn’t worry about it now. Her systems were lagging slightly and the power wasn’t fully disconnected when she tore her arm free and a small spray of white hot sparks spewed out of her shoulder, but quickly terminated itself.
Claire looked around for an exit to the firefight she was caught in the middle of. There looked to be a break in the wall where either something had hit it, time had degraded it, or maybe it was a product of the ongoing conflict. Regardless of the cause there was a crumbled portion of the wall that was only about twenty yards away. She began running for it, her systems worked hard to keep her body balanced, without her left arm to counter balance her as she sprinted caused more calculations to grind through her processors. Claire could see the alert about the rising core temperature inside of her torso and knew that she needed to leave or she might be the next android getting her self destruction process started.
Claire had just leapt up and snatched the rim of the wall in her remaining hand when another bullet tore into the side of her torso just between the front and rear plating of her vest. She didn’t cry out in pain, she didn’t need to. Instead she hauled herself over the wall and landed hard into the packed dirt on the opposite side of the wall. She kicked her feet and pressed her back against the wall. Once there, she realized that her processors were working at just below their maximum capacity. Claire manually shut off a large amount of her human emulation processes, most of which were small things that made her appear more human. She immediately stopped blinking, her chest stopped rising and falling with the intake of new air for her processors, and her movements became much more stiff and mechanical. Her head swiveled right and then down, her eyes swiveling in the sockets to assess the damage.
Her side was split open just below her rib cage, and dangling out of the fist sized hole were a multitude of frayed and sparking wires. Some of the cabling still had pieces of circuit boards attached to them. Claire noted that her CPU was struggling to process and reroute power around the damaged portions of her body. Part of her main controller board had been ruined and she was unable to function as she would hope. She opened a wireless channel and sent an alert to her teammates, two of which were androids as well. The update contained her coordinates and current state along with an alert that she was likely to not be able to physically make the return trip. Once sent, she stiffly pulled the emergency beacon from her vest and activated it, the signal alerted the pilot of the evac helicopter to her position. All she could do now was wait for another unit to activate her own self destruction and hold on to the data as best she could.
She slipped the pistol on her hip out of its holster and held it at the ready, waiting for anything to come into her field of vision and her targeting systems would take over from there. None came, and she continued to try and establish a cellular connection to the home server bank so she could begin transmitting the data she had collected, but it wasn’t likely, there was too much distance, too much interference and too much intentional signal jamming. Claire resigned herself to physically taking the data to the command, even if it wasn’t her that did it. Soon enough one of the other squad mates hopped down from the wall, even as gunfire erupted behind him. He landed in the dirt, puffing up a small cloud around him and then scrambled back against the wall. Tossing a glance over at Claire then down to her shoulder, all he could do is snort.
“You’re looking good Claire.” He dryly quipped. Claire’s head swiveled in his direction, jittering and stuttering as it moved.
“Negative. This unit is damaged beyond usefulness.” She said in a monotone voice, having wiped out any inflection from it to conserve functionality and CPU cycles.
“It’s a joke, because..you know what nevermind.”
“You will remove the data from thi-this unit and return it to command.” Claire intoned, seemingly unphased.
“Sure thing Claire, what do I need to do?” The new arrival said, understanding the seriousness of the situation.
“You are not an android. You will need to remove my physical storage media.” Claire said and turned her head towards the soldier. “Place your fingers under my. Under my. My. under my jaw line and press inward.”
Claire could feel the slight shaking in his hands as his finger fumbled for the release points somewhere along her jawline. It didn’t help that she stared blankly ahead, simply waiting for him to complete the given task. His left hand managed to caress the left hand side of her jaw and found the small bump he knew was there, but was suddenly interrupted by a fresh volley of weapon fire. A three round burst forced him to flinch away from Claire and look to the corner of the wall he was hiding against. He swiftly grabbed his own rifle and returned fire. Maybe it was better training or more accurate equipment, but the newcomer fell to the ground and lay there, unmoving. When he was sure that the enemy wasn;t about to get back up he turned back to Claire only to find new damage to her.
Her head was dangling to one side, held in place by her artificial spine, which was easy to spot through the blasted flesh around her neck. There was a multitude of snapping and sparking cables and electronics that seemed to be in a constant state of arcing electricity. Claire’s jaw still moved and her lips were attempting to form words, even as her eyes rolled up in her head. The young soldier began to swear and moved his hands to try and grab and lift Claire’s head, but thought against it at the last moment and was left flailing. He looked up as he heard a dull, distant thumping of a helicopter. He looked back to Claire who was beginning to slump forward. The man next to her pulled her back and her head wobbled from side to side, untethered by anything other than the limp spine connecting her head to her body. He could see that the joint itself was completely ruined.
As he sat there, holding Claire upright more and more of the squad piled over the wall, many of them carrying wounded or damaged units. Moments later the roaring of a helicopter filled the air. Claire could see the dust and dirt flying around her, even with her limited amount of visual capabilities. Her heads up display was filled with errors and warnings. She was caught in a loop of attempting to instruct her fellow man how to disconnect the face plate and remove the data drives from inside of her head, and spouting error messages. The bullet that had torn through her throat had done a fine job of obliterating her vocal systems though. All she could do at the moment was continue moving her mouth, which oscillated between pleading for help, instructing her squad on tactical movements and spouting errors. Even as she saw the incoming evacuation helicopter, and heard the roar of a door mounted minigun suppress the area, she got a new alert. The power core inside of her chest was failing, the short circuits occurring all over her body were draining power more and more rapidly with each passing second, not to mention the incredible strain on her processors simply trying to comprehend the situation.
“Marco! We are leaving!” One of the squad mates called as he ran for the helicopter, dashing into the cloud of dust it kicked up.
“The data! I need the data drives!” Was all Marco could shout back. One of the android units who was supported by another soldier pointed at his own head and called a reply.
“Her head, just take her head!”
Marco looked down at Claire, she was slumping forward again. The gruesome task was to now simply remove her head and take it with him. He knew this was war, he had just killed someone, but this seemed too personal. He and Claire had made jokes, played cards in their downtime, and if he was really honest, he had some measure of feelings for her. Not quite love, but duty, honor, and respect. Tearing her head off seemed to violate all of those feelings. He swallowed hard and curled his fingers inside of the bottom of Claire’s neck, placed his boot against her chest and began to pull upward, straining and grunting as he did.
Claire could see Marco lean in and take hold of her head. She was devoid of emotion at the moment, so she couldn’t feel grateful or even accomplished that he finally got the message, but her programming dictated this as the optimal outcome. The sensors that were still operational in her neck and parts of her upper torso lit up with fresh data. Small alerts told Claire that the skin on her chest and upper back were stretching and tearing. Soon a new alert briefly popped into her field of vision. For just a moment there was a loss of power alert as her artificial spine snapped with a metallic “ping” and Marco stumbled backwards. Marco couldn’t look at his friend, he instead used the exposed portion of her spine as a handle and ran for his evacuation, leaving the headless, armless torso of Claire propped against the wall. As the helicopter lifted off he watched it until there was an explosion and he could see bits and pieces of her body scattering across the dry landscape. He never did bother to look Claire in the eye again, but handed the detached head module to his commanding officer as soon as he could.
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The aim is to introduce the cast of fossil species (50 and counting), explore the evolutionary history of penguin bones, feathers and ecology, and explain how scientists learn about life in the past. There are two white ovals on its chest and a small, light-blue marking resembles a crown above its beak. Recent results have reinforced our understanding that penguins originated deep in the Paleocene, but that the last common ancestor of modern penguins originated very recently, about 13 million years ago. I’ll be teaming with the exceptional duo of Dr. Tracy Heath of Iowa State University and Dr. This fossil comes from the middle stage of penguin evolution, roughly halfway between the age of the oldest known penguin fossils (62 million years in age) and the modern penguin radiation. The wing of a penguin is _____ the wing of a butterfly. We’ve already met Waimanu, the oldest penguin. Penguin Evolution Timeline created by LaurenAndJulia. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. This represents the first paper from an exciting new project aiming to develop Bayesian methods for combining data from fossils and living species. Although penguin bones of any one species vary much in size and few good specimens are known, the alpha taxonomy of many prehistoric forms still leaves much to be desired. The evolution of modern penguins took place over the course of approximately 3 million years. In Science and Technology. The Emperor penguin has evolved to grow a thick layer of fur to help with stand temperatures as low as 100 below. ... the scientists drew an evolutionary tree … Most inhabit Fernandina Island and the west coast of Isabela Island.The cool waters of the Humboldt and Cromwell Currents allow it to survive despite the tropical latitude. This transition marks the start of a global shift from warmer to cooler climates that ultimately leads to the glacial-interglacial cycles of our modern world. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. This indicates that the modification of flipper bone microstructure continued long after the initial loss of flight in penguins. Jan 1, 2012. Lab 2 - Illustrating Evolutionary Relationships Between Organisms: Emperor Penguins and Phylogenetic Trees Pre-Lab Reference Reading: Review pp. Over the next three years, our team will be working on improving these methods and expanding their capacity to incorporate other types of data, such as the geographic locations of fossils and how frequently fossils occur within their overall stratigraphic ranges. From the Kelp Gull, the Emperor, Macaroni, Little Blue and many more penguins very close to their modern day forms. Change ). Did Warham’s Penguin Survive into the 19th Century, Penguin Poop and Volcanic Ash: A Tale from Deception Island, A New Look at the Penguin Evolutionary Tree, A Map for Our Tour of the Penguin Skeleton, SV-Pow: Sauropod Vertebra Picture of the Week. It If I have used artwork that belongs to you but have neglected to credit it this will just be because I was unable to find one. This tree tells us that the amnion is found in _____. Yet, these spectacular birds are only the most recent branches of the extended penguin evolutionary tree. 722-737 in Life by Sadava et al., 8th edition, 2006. Pushing back deeper into the past, we observed several provocative features. ( Log Out / T. he brain morphology of modern penguins reflects this as they retain an overall “flight-ready” brain. Eocene stem penguins formed the initial latticework, but the subsequent round of compaction was less complete, and thus open spaces remained in the adult bone. The evolutionary tree of penguins is the key to reconstructing the timing and pattern of the penguin radiation. The Galápagos penguin (Spheniscus mendiculus) is a penguin endemic to the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador It is the only penguin found north of the equator. These data provide a critical resource for understanding the drivers of penguin evolution, the molecular basis of morphological … The accompanying expansion of Antarctic ice sheets may have opened up new habitats for penguins. The Kelp Gull was the last flying ancestor of penguins. Penguins are flightless, but they can swim at speeds of up to 22 mph (35 km/h). ... dorsal fins and flippers are the result of convergent evolution. This fossil is the waimanu manneringi, which lived in the early Paleoceneepoch of New Zealand, or about 62 mya. Our dates are much younger that those recovered by past studies that looked only at DNA from living penguins. Rob Meredith of Montclair State University on this project, and penguins will be one of the “test pilot” groups to try out the new methods. I'll be teaming with the exceptional… If I have used artwork that belongs to you but have neglected to credit it this will just be because I was unable to find one. In deed, we find that the peaking of glacial advance-retreat cycles in the Pleistocene may have been a driver of penguin evolution: 12 of the 18 living species likely arose in the last 2 million years according to our results. One of the descendants of the basal Penguin, named by scientists as “Penguin One,” is the ancestor of all penguins that now exist in the world, and it lived some 34.2-47.6 million years ago. Our new dates place the origin of modern penguins at a really interesting time in Earth history: the Middle Miocene Transition. Jan 1, 2012. While there are 18 species of penguins alive today, more than 50 extinct species existed in the past. In 2012, we completed the first virtual endocast from a fossil penguin, the ~24 million year old species. Our first foray into this realm was to re-analyses a dataset that was originally developed for a parsimony analysis of the giant fossil penguin Kairuku in 2012. This represents the first paper from an exciting new project aiming to develop Bayesian methods for combining data from fossils and living species. Which explanation is closest to actual penguin history, depends on the shape of the penguin family tree. While there are 18 species of penguins alive today, more than 50 extinct species existed in the past. Penguins are birds of the ocean, spending up to 75 percent of their lives in the water. To me, the most intriguing message comes from the dates: modern penguins are young. One major focus of my work on penguins is to reconstructing the relationships of living and fossil penguins. This week, a new study of the penguin evolutionary tree officially appeared in Systematic Biology (though the proof has been available online ahead of formal publication). Rob Meredith, and myself. This dataset includes 245 morphological characters and >6000 molecular characters. Scientists have discovered a fossilized penguin as big as a human, and with a long, spearlike beak. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. The ancient Antarctic penguins had relatively large olfactory bulbs compared to other penguins (though nowhere near as large as birds like petrels), suggesting that reduction of olfactory capabilities was a slow trend in penguin evolution following the loss of flight. A few years ago I became obsessed with giraffe evolution; I was mutating giraffes in class, on the bus, on the loo, during lunch, instead of doing a levels. In Science and Technology. It also grows a thick layer of fat beneath its skin to also help with the cold temperatures. This species is also the most basal (primitive) species in the penguin tree, which suggests that penguins got … This week, a new study of the penguin evolutionary tree officially appeared in Systematic Biology (though the proof has been available online ahead of formal publication). More recently, we examined three new Antarctic fossils that provide the oldest penguin endocasts available for study. Our work also benefits from some recent geological work, which for example has shown that Spheniscus muizoni, a fossil penguin thought to be 11-13 million years old, is actually close to 9 million years in age. 4 Tier 3 Animals 5 Tier 4 Animals 6 Tier 5 Animals 7 Tier 6 Animals 8 Tier 7 Animals 9 Tier 8 Animals 10 Tier 9 Animals 11 Tier 10 Animals 12 Miscellaneous Animals 13 AI Animals This is a full evolution tree. For example, if all African penguins are … This work involves combining several types of evidence: molecular sequence data, morphological data from the skeleton, and temporal data from the fossil record. This is the evolution tree of the game deeeep.io 1 Evolution Tree 2 Tier 1 Animals 3 Tier 2 Animals. phylum (CHART) Examine the evolutionary tree below. Beyond sheer numbers, many of the fossil species reveal unexpected morphologies, such as the spear-like beak of. Penguins are birds of the ocean, spending up to 75 percent of their lives in the water. While there are 18 species of penguins alive today, more than 50 extinct species existed in the past. Beyond sheer numbers, many of the fossil species reveal unexpected morphologies, such as the spear-like beak of … It includes all evolutions from tier one to ten. 2006_penguin_evolution.pdf. I. The genetic evidence indicates that the ancestors of the king and emperor penguins, the two largest species, soon split off from the other penguins and … Adding the fossil data has a major effect, and it is very important: because about 3/4 of all known penguin species are now extinct, ignoring the fossils is like looking at just one small piece of a large puzzle. It has a dark blue head with a primarily white face and a short, yellow beak. However, the modern name in Standard Malay is tenggiling; whereas in Indonesian it is trenggiling; and in the Philippine languages it is goling, tanggiling, or balintong (with the same meaning).. More recently, we examined three new Antarctic fossils that provide the oldest penguin endocasts available for study. Beyond sheer numbers, many of the fossil species reveal unexpected morphologies, such as the spear-like beak of Icadyptes salasi, the tall slender stature of Kairuku waitaki, or the rufous and grey feathers of Inkayacu paracasensis. The name pangolin comes from the Malay word pengguling, meaning "one who rolls up". The results are shown below. The yellow-eyed penguins of Enderby Island off New Zealand burrow under the trees of the dwarf rata forests. Pushing back deeper into the past, we observed several provocative features. The fossils belong to the newly discovered species Kupoupou stilwelli, the oldest known penguin that's similar in size to modern penguins. Each penguin species is uniquely adapted to its home environment. The dark blue feathers on its head extend down its back and around its neck, which causes it to appear to be wearing a cape. Each penguin species is uniquely adapted to its home environment. This represents the first paper from an exciting new project aiming to develop Bayesian methods for combining data from fossils and living species. The biome in which the macaroni penguin lives in is the tundra biome. All genera are clearly reciprocally monophyletic, however the root of the penguin tree is still unclear. 542-556 and pp. Waimanu manneringi - 62 mya The oldest penguin fossils date to between 60 million and 58 million years ago. The following tree shows the relationship between various groups, including cartilaginous fishes (sharks) and mammals (dolphins). Gavryushkina, A., T.A. The study also finds that the living species that belong to the oldest branches of the penguin tree -- the gentoo, chinstrap and king penguins, along with the emperor penguins -- … analogous to. It has a dark blue head with a primarily white face and a short, yellow beak. f, Stig Walsh, Amy Ho, Ariel Raven, Claudia Tambussi, and Federico Degrange), I have started to scratch the surface of penguin paleoneuroanatomy by using CT scan data to create virtual endocasts (models of the brain, nerves, and blood vessels based on the spaces occupied by these structures in the braincase). While our tree identified a separate clade for the penguin genera Aptenodytes and Pygoscelis, previous studies suggested that Aptenodytes was basal and first branched off from remaining penguin species, followed later by Pygoscelis. Why is the Macaroni penguin a species and who are its related ancestors? The Snares Penguin, Eudyptes robustus , is now considered conspecific with the Fjordland Penguin, Eudyptes pachyrhynchus , and the Royal Penguin, Eudyptes schlegeli , is now considered conspecific with the Macaroni Penguin, Eudyptes chrysolophus (Christidis & Boles 2008). Although cortical lines of arrested growth (LAGs) have been observed in extant penguins, we did not observe LAGs in any of the current sampled specimens. We found that i, n extant penguins and the Miocene species †, Penguins are considered flightless, but when it comes to wing-propelled diving they are essentially practicing underwater flight. 2017. Piplup is a light-blue, penguin-like Pokémon, which is covered in thick down to insulate against the cold. Major changes in bone histology accompany the secondary adaptation to life in the water, and this is particularly dramatic in penguins which evolved from a hollow-bone ancestor. Together, these lines of evidence provide a large scale picture of penguin evolution. Systematic Biology 66 (1): 57-73. In part (c) the response earned 2 points by describing embryology as a means to analyze evolutionary relationships in mammals, mentioning structural similarities and explaining that embryonic appearances Drummond. The goal of the first stage of the Penguin Genome Consortium project was purely to sequence high-quality genomes, but initial validation studies have demonstrated these genomes are already producing valuable insight into evolutionary history of the penguin tree of life and the evolutionary patterns of their adaptation to Antarctica. Evolutionary Timeline This evolutionary tree shows the relationship between the population size and the major events that have affected Emperor Penguins. We hypothesize that there was, an initial reduction of the medullary cavity of the humerus due to a decrease in the amount of perimedullary osteoclastic activity early in penguin evolution followed by an increase in compaction resulting in a more solid cortex. Gene 378: 65-73, 2006. It is too cold to support tree life, and is found all across Northern America, Europe, and Asia. One pattern that emerges immediately is that penguins are a very old group, extending back past 60 million years, but that crown penguins only started radiating between 13 and 14 million years ago. Therefore, it is likely that even ‘giant’ penguin taxa completed their growth cycle without a major pause in bone deposition. ... See Figures 1 and 2 for their trees. The evolutionary history of penguins is well-researched and represents a showcase of evolutionary biogeography. The Emperor penguin has evolved to grow a thick layer of fur to help with stand temperatures as low as 100 below. ... On a phylogenetic tree, the _____ represents the most recent common ancestor shared by all of the organisms depicted in the tree. Article title is "Convergence and divergence in the evolution of aquatic birds." The brain morphology of modern penguins reflects this as they retain an overall “flight-ready” brain. Bye bye 2:1, hello virtual universe world domination by Penguin. This indicates that the modification of flipper bone microstructure continued long after the initial loss of flight in penguins. The evolutionary tree of penguins is the key to reconstructing the timing and pattern of the penguin radiation. The topology of this tree is slightly different from that identified in previous studies [2,5]. ( Log Out / It is the worlds largest biome. The ancient Antarctic penguins had relatively large olfactory bulbs compared to other penguins (though nowhere near as large as birds like petrels), suggesting that reduction of olfactory capabilities was a slow trend in penguin evolution following the loss of flight. Piplup is a light-blue, penguin-like Pokémon, which is covered in thick down to insulate against the cold. See Figure 2 for their tree. To truly understand the evolution of penguins, one must consider the fossil record. ( Log Out / The red X on the photo represents the evolutionary gap between the little blue penguin and the Kelp Gull. Heath, D.T. What is the best explanation as to why early penguin fossils have been found in New Zealand? Surprisingly, the fossil record indicates that penguins continued to experiment with flipper bone histology at least 25 million years after the loss of flight, major differences in humeral structure were observed between these Eocene stem taxa and extant taxa. This work is supported by NSF DEB award 1556615 "Advancing Bayesian Methods for Synthesizing Paleontological and Neontological Data", a collaborative project between Dr. Tracy Heath, Dr. Surprisingly, the fossil record indicates that penguins continued to experiment with flipper bone histology at least 25 million years after the loss of flight, major differences in humeral structure were observed between these Eocene stem taxa and extant taxa. Recently, I studied Miocene and Eocene penguin histology with Sarah Werning, Michelle Sclafani and Zack Boles. With a great set of collaborators (Amy Balanoff, Stig Walsh, Amy Ho, Ariel Raven, Claudia Tambussi, and Federico Degrange), I have started to scratch the surface of penguin paleoneuroanatomy by using CT scan data to create virtual endocasts (models of the brain, nerves, and blood vessels based on the spaces occupied by these structures in the braincase). A complex heat exchange system allows 80% of heat in the breath to be recaptured in the nasal passages; To truly understand the evolution of penguins, one must consider the fossil record. Introduction The ability to think broadly about the living world is rooted in an understanding of life's diversity. Thin-sections, polished slices of bone ~100um thick, allow us to study the microstructure of bone in modern and fossil penguins. This enocast differed from modern penguins in several intriguing ways, including the enlarged semicircular canals and absence an interaural pathway. radioactive isotope. 2006 Proc. Biogeographic analyses have also shown that dispersal linked to major ocean currents have helped shape the distribution of both in the deep past and in the modern day penguins. Penguin 0 17 Snake 0 Phylogeny is the evolutionary history of a species. The fossil record also reveals that penguins once played broader roles in ancient marine ecosystems: at many localities we can observe penguin faunas with triple the number of species we see in the same region today, and two or more times the range of body size. A complex heat exchange system allows 80% of heat in the breath to be recaptured in the nasal passages; Another tree here! Thus, we have evidence for a recent wholesale replacement of “primitive” penguins by “modern” forms. ( Log Out / Anatomy, Diversity & Evolution Anatomy Extreme Swimmers and Divers. Etymology. Penguin Evolution Timeline created by LaurenAndJulia. It also grows a thick layer of fat beneath its skin to also help with the cold temperatures. The goal of the first stage of the Penguin Genome Consortium project was purely to sequence high-quality genomes, but initial validation studies have demonstrated these genomes are already producing valuable insight into the evolutionary history of the penguin tree of life and the evolutionary patterns of their adaptation to Antarctica. Goldfish and guppies are in the same class. To truly understand the evolution of penguins, one must consider the fossil record. Another interesting facet of the endocast data is that it provides more support for the hypothesis that the morphology of the Wulst, a brain structure associated with complex visual function, changed in similar ways in different groups of birds. The evolutionary tree of penguins is the key to reconstructing the timing and pattern of the penguin radiation. We demonstrate the quality and application of this new dataset by constructing a well-supported phylogenomic tree of penguins. We applied the Fossilized Birth-Death Process, a model pioneered by Dr. Heath that explicitly acknowledges that extant species and fossils are representatives of the same macroevolutionary process, in a tip-dating framework which allows fossil ages to be incorporated into the tree directly. Today, there are 18 officially recognized species of penguin spread throughout the Southern Hemisphere. Ksepka, T. Stadler, D. Welch, and A.J. Another interesting facet of the endocast data is that it provides more support for the hypothesis that the morphology of the Wulst, a brain structure associated with complex visual function, changed in similar ways in different groups of birds. In 2012, we completed the first virtual endocast from a fossil penguin, the ~24 million year old species Paraptenodytes antarcticus from Antarctica. The Evolution of a Penguin Posted by Narcissa Haskins in Science and Society - Best on Thursday, November 11, 2010 at 7:18 pm In the 21 st century, many humans wonder why … Summary: Researchers sequenced the genomes of all 18 recognized species of penguin to assemble a family tree, showing that the largest of the penguins - king and emperor - … Our analyses thus allow the ages of the fossils to directly impact the shape of the tree, and in a new wrinkle also allow for the possibility that some fossils species may be ancestors to one or more other species. ... evolutionary change occurs in sudden bursts related to environmental change. We found that in extant penguins and the Miocene species †Palaeospheniscus from Argentina, most of the inner cortex is formed by rapid osteogenesis, resulting an initial latticework of woven-fibered bone that is later filled by centripetal deposition of parallel-fibered bone. Waimanu manneringi - 62 mya The oldest penguin fossils date to between 60 million and 58 million years ago. Each of these species is unique, and together they span a wide range of sizes, ecologies, and preferred environments. Our re-appraisal was led by PhD student Sasha Gavryushkina of Auckland University. Essential knowledge 1.B.2: Phylogenetic trees and ... Making a Cladogram of the Penguin Species: Your group will receive an envelope with pictures of the 18 penguin species. We hypothesize that there was an initial reduction of the medullary cavity of the humerus due to a decrease in the amount of perimedullary osteoclastic activity early in penguin evolution followed by an increase in compaction resulting in a more solid cortex. ... such as diet, environment, and ecology. In one reversal of previous findings, the fossil penguin Madrynornis mirandus is pulled outside the Eudyptes–Megadyptes clade in our study. ... such as diet, environment, and ecology. Bayesian total evidence dating reveals the recent crown radiation of penguins. The dark blue feathers on its head extend down its back and around its … High bone density in penguins is achieved via compaction of the internal cortical tissues, resulting in the densest bone structure seen in living birds. This week, a new study of the penguin evolutionary tree officially appeared in Systematic Biology (though the proof has been available online ahead of formal publication). Anatomy, Diversity & Evolution Anatomy Extreme Swimmers and Divers. Now, in the final year of my law degree, I rediscover and discover Penguin Evolution. This fossil is the waimanu manneringi, which lived in the early Paleoceneepoch of New Zealand, or about 62 mya. Analyses of penguin bones and DNA suggest that the King and Emperor Penguins [6,7] are the most basal of the living species (the first to split off the modern part of the penguin evolutionary tree). points were earned for the tree, which indicates that the horse/donkey and chicken/penguin lineages diverged at the same time. Penguins are considered flightless, but when it comes to wing-propelled diving they are essentially practicing underwater flight. The Life of Birds page from the Explore Biodiversity Web site. Therefore, they must also be members of the same _____. This blog details fossil discoveries and research on the fascinating Sphenisciformes. The yellow-eyed penguins of Enderby Island off New Zealand burrow under the trees of the dwarf rata forests. This fossil comes from the middle stage of penguin evolution, roughly halfway between the age of the oldest known penguin fossils (62 million years in age) and the modern penguin radiation.
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Ring of Honor is pleased to announce that seven-time former world champion Angelina Love of The Allure has signed a new contract to remain with the company.
Love, who is nearing her 20th anniversary in professional wrestling, continues to perform at a high level. Since joining ROH last year, Love has been a valuable addition to the women’s division because of her recognizability and experience.
“I am extremely happy to have re-signed with Ring Of Honor,” Love said. “I’m very happy working here and look forward to continuing to take the women’s division to new heights this year and beyond. The Allüre will continue to dominate. Just watch.”
The Toronto native burst onto the scene in ROH last April when she and longtime associate Velvet Sky made a surprise appearance at G1 Supercard before a sold-out crowd at Madison Square Garden. The Allure — Love, Sky and ROH stalwart Mandy Leon — made an immediate impact.
Love went on to win ROH’s women’s world championship in September. Before coming to ROH, Love won six world titles and wrestled all over the U.S. as well as Europe and Mexico.
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PRO SERIES: Driving To Canada On A Whim Part 6: Damned Ol’ Duel
Jason Kincaid
After a long journey fraught with obstacles, we made it to Canada in time for the kick off party for the tour: Booty Shake Monday.
The problem for me was: the appeal of being a special guest judge of the sex appeal of young ladies ass bouncing to songs about young ladies ass bouncing had worn Gandhi-thin somewhere along the way.
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So, I half-heartedly pointed at whichever participant that seemed like the least favored by the crowd of western Canadian youth dressed like eastern New Jersey youth.
Eventually some sweaty teenager emerged victorious and was handed enough Canadian money to buy a decently sized Japanese TV for her efforts.
Sigmon and I were both drained as we left the club and I fell asleep while riding skier (between two poles) on the ride back to the nice-ass house we were crashing at.
I woke up on the shoulder of Cam, the wrestler from Calgary, Alberta, that I had just met a couple hours earlier. I gave him an awkward “sorry, bro” look. He gave me a relaxed “it’s all good, bro” look back.
I watched a zombie-fied version of me make my way to a spare bedroom, where I did a Dynamite Kid diving headbutt onto the still-made bed and was asleep before a count of three.
I had a dream where I was wrestling Frosty The Snowman wearing trunks, on top of Mount Everest, on the Winter Solstice, and awoke with the enlightened realization that sleeping under the blankets would be a better move going forward with this tour of the Great White North.
After getting a trial pass for the YMCA of Winnipeg, where Sigmon said “spot me on this leg press” and I said “you sure you wanna go hard on legs on the first day of the tour” and he said “yes (with an implied: ...just spot me, mom)” and I said “sure (with an implied: ...whatever you say, dad)”, it's was time to hit the snow covered roads to wrestle in hockey arenas.
On the way to the first town, Neepawa, I marveled at the novel-to-me sights: cars plugged in overnight (so the batteries don't freeze), snowmobile highways (complete with tiny stop signs) along side the actual highway, and great walls of snow piled up higher than all of Bob Marley’s kids (combined) along city streets.
When we pulled up to the venue the marquee said:
CWE WRESTLING
Hmmm, I mused. Wonder if youth hockey is popular, around these parts.
I would find out that it was, but first we, along with the rest of the roster, had to help set up the ring. This was a cool, as well as cold, experience, since I have never been a part of a crew that everyone from the curtain jerks to the show enders chipped in as ring crew; it's usually just trainee and apprentice-level grapplers.
While carrying in a ring post, Sigmon looked me right in the eyes, grunted, and said, “Maybe, I shouldn’t have went so hard on legs.” I damn near went into convulsions trying to hold my “I told you so” back.
Even the promoter and matchmaker was lugging a giant ice cube, which held within it a ring-mat, to the edge of a heater vent inside the VFW-ish style venue.
With most of the ring up, but without a defrosted mat to roll around on, I decided to take a lonely walk around small town Canada.
A digital display outside of the local bank told me that it was -15 C; of course, being a product labeled Made In America, that unit meant jumping-jack-sh__ to me. My body and common-ish sense translated it to mean “cold enough to freeze dragon piss in midair”.
The town was an updated version of an Old West town layout, and looking like it was on it’s way to passing over to ghost town territory. Still, I enjoyed the alone time and the experience of wind that sent shivers all the way to my repressed childhood memories.
Upon returning to the venue, I was met with Sigmon laughing in my frosty face.
“A wee bit chilly out is it, my frozen bearded friend?” Sigmon asked jovially.
I reached up and touched my beard which had indeed become frozen from the light snow and heavy winds.
“Pff. I was sweating’ my d__k off out there.” I boasted of badassery.
By that time, the mat was unfrozen but still wet. I decided to risk rolling around on the soggy canvas since it was nice and toasted in our side of the venue, which was divided in between large meeting hall (where we were having our wrestlemeet) and small ice rink (where hockey was to be had).
Show time came and Cam and I worked our soggy bottoms off at the bottom of the card in front of a very small but very receptive crowd; whose reactions, as much as they tried, weren’t loud enough to drown out the thunderous cheers coming from the other side of our dueling dual-sports arena.
After the match, I wandered over to the hockey side and wondered what amazing fate brought me from, watching without completely understanding, hockey on a 13 inch television in the back of my Granny's house, which I hiked to daily because we didn't have cable, to watching, without completely understanding, hockey live, for the first time, in the back of a building where I was living my dream.
I remembered my thought from the night before: What the f__k am I doing with my life? This time I had an answer: Living it to the f__king fullest.
And it was on course to be lived even fuller.
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Grand Hyatt Jeju in South Korea Debuts as the Largest Hyatt Hotel in Asia Pacific
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Part of the iconic Jeju Dream Tower Integrated Resort, the 1,600-room hotel is set to become one of Asia's leading integrated lifestyle destinations
December 21, 2020 // Franchising.com // CHICAGO - Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the opening of the 1,600-room Grand Hyatt Jeju in South Korea, the largest Hyatt hotel in Asia Pacific. This highly anticipated opening also marks the return of a Hyatt hotel into Jeju Special Autonomous Province, an island on the southern end of the Korean Peninsula renowned for its rich history and cultural traditions.
Part of the new Jeju Dream Tower, the island’s iconic twin-tower landmark, Grand Hyatt Jeju embodies the modern Korean lifestyle, offering leisure guests, business travelers and locals an impressive selection of world-class culinary, leisure and entertainment experiences under one roof. These include 14 distinct restaurants and bars, HAN Collection, a dedicated retail space showcasing over 200 Korean fashion designers and brands, the island’s largest outdoor deck with an infinity pool, two premium spas; and eight residential-style event spaces.
“Grand Hyatt Jeju represents the best of modern Korean culture and offers welcoming hospitality, which together with the spectacular surrounding views, bold gastronomy scene and exciting recreational venues, provides exhilarating and memorable experiences,” said Paul Kwok, general manager and managing director of Grand Hyatt Jeju. “Grand Hyatt Jeju reinforces the prestigious Jeju Dream Tower development’s position as the city’s new hotspot and we are grateful to work with the hotel’s ownership company, Lotte Tour Development, and for its trust in Hyatt as we continue our strategic brand growth in Korea with this debut in this fast-emerging leisure destination.”
Prime location in the heart of Jeju City
Grand Hyatt Jeju is a 10-minute drive from Jeju International Airport, 15-minute drive from the port and cruise terminals, and within walking distance from shopping and culinary hotspots such as Jeju Dongmun Market and Nuwemaru Street. The rest of the island is accessible via taxi and bus, and the main highway near to the hotel leads to the Seogwipo beachside district and UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Mount Hallasan Natural Reserve, Geomunoreum Lava Tube System and Seongsan IIchulbong Tuff Cone.
Starting at 700 square feet (65 square meters), the spacious 1,600 rooms and suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views of Halla Mountain – the highest mountain in South Korea, the turquoise sea and the city. Each luxuriously appointed guestroom is accented with modern Korean art, equipped with a 75-inch flat-screen television, three-seater sofa, marble bathroom with a double vanity and island bathtub. Furnished with hand-picked European designer furniture, the lavish 2,798 square-foot (260-square-meter) Presidential Suite is ideal for intimate celebrations and private events and features two bedrooms, separate living and dining areas, a massage room, and sauna steam room, as well as dedicated butler service.
Able to host up to 200 people, the Grand Club is the largest Grand Hyatt club lounge in Asia Pacific and features three social spaces – the Library, Dining Hall and Living Room. Suite guests and World of Hyatt members with Globalist status will have complimentary access to the lounge where they can enjoy panoramic city views alongside all-day refreshments, breakfast, evening cocktails and personal check-in service.
Grand Hyatt Jeju offers the widest selection of cuisines under one roof in Jeju Island, curated in collaboration with local suppliers and food artisans to bring diners on a gastronomic journey featuring local and global flavors from Korean, Chinese, and Southeast Asian to Italian. The hotel’s 14 unique restaurants and bars include:
China House: Specializes in Northern Chinese, Shanghainese and Sichuan cuisines
Jeju Hot Pot: Farm-to-table Chinese hot pot restaurant serving locally farmed seasonal produce
Noknamu: Korean BBQ dining with traditional Korean premium beef
Pocha: Featuring authentic Korean street food culture alongside lofty views from the 38th floor
Steak House: Steak, seafood and grill restaurant with a million-dollar view
Grand Kitchen: Buffet restaurant with dynamic show kitchens serving international flavors
Yumeyama: A theatrical showcase of Japanese izakaya, sushi and teppanyaki
Café 8: Authentic Italian cuisine
Wellbeing & Guest Amenities
Surrounded by beautiful beaches, scenic countryside, natural landscapes and home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the volcanic Hallasan Mountain, Jeju Island is a popular South Korean getaway and wellness destination. An indulgent bathhouse experience awaits guests at Korean Jjimjil Spa – from a traditional Korean body scrub to complete rejuvenation in the red clay, cypress, ice and salt specialty therapy rooms. Bespoke treatments using cosmeceutical technologies are available at the European-style Rosebay Spa.
Set against a picture-perfect backdrop of the sea and Halla Mountain, the 46,177-square-foot (4,290-square-meter) infinity pool deck – the largest outdoor deck on Jeju Island, is ideal for lounging and alfresco dining in summer. The deck features a heated infinity pool, private cabanas, a hot tub, a kids’ pool and a poolside bar. Guests can also enjoy a dip in the indoor pool or work out in the 24-hour fitness center.
HAN Collection is a dedicated retail space showcasing more than 200 Korean fashion designers and brands across two floors. Grand Hyatt Jeju also offers a kids’ arcade with stimulating entertainment and games.
With eight meetings and event spaces designed to reflect a warm, residential setting, Grand Hyatt Jeju is suited for grand celebrations, memorable weddings and intimate get-togethers with a dedicated team of culinary experts, event service and meeting planners to deliver a personalized experience for all occasions.
Guided by its purpose of care, Hyatt’s multi-layered Global Care & Cleanliness Commitment further enhances its operational guidance and resources around colleague and guest safety and peace of mind.
The term “Hyatt” is used in this release for convenience to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one or more of its affiliates.
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Members of Florida Delegation React to Supreme Court Ruling Against Louisiana Abortion Law
KEVIN DERBY
Members of the Florida congressional delegation reacted to Monday’s decision from the U.S. Supreme Court striking down Louisiana’s “Unsafe Abortion Protection Act.”
The Court ruled 5-4 on the matter with U.S. Chief Justice John Roberts joining the liberals on the bench on the Louisiana law which would have had, according to U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio’s, R-Fla., required “physicians performing abortions to have admitting privileges, which is the ability to directly admit a patient into the hospital when emergencies arise, within thirty miles of the facility where the abortion is performed.”
Critics of the law insisted it would severely limit abortion in Louisiana with U.S. Rep. Lois Frankel’s, D-Fla., office insisting it “would have closed abortion clinics and limited abortion access to the nearly one million women of reproductive age in the state.”
Both members of the Florida delegation weighed in on the ruling on Monday.
“Today’s troubling decision is another recent ruling that veers sharply from the Founders’ intention of the role of the judiciary: to interpret the law as it is written. The Left’s dangerous, continued assault on the right to life and a sympathetic judiciary content to legislate from the bench is a stain on our nation’s history. I will continue to do everything I can to protect the fundamental right to life for every person — born or unborn,” Rubio said.
“Availability to full reproductive choice is necessary for women to be in charge of their own family planning and healthcare needs. With cause for relief, today’s closely divided decision strikes down a dangerous, medically unnecessary restriction that would have prevented women from accessing necessary abortion care in Louisiana. With that said, although he voted with the majority, in a concurring opinion Chief Justice Roberts seems to leave the door open to legislators across the country to pass more bad laws to limit abortion access. It is also a reminder that the Supreme Court remains only one vote away from reversing the reproductive rights gained under Roe v. Wade. More than ever, federal law is urgently needed to ensure that all women have access to reproductive care no matter their zip code,” said Frankel.
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Fly FM's Top 50 With Anne miley cyrus - angels like you
The legendary singer is a father to a two-month-old and a 14-month-old
Malaysian legendary singer, Datuk Jamal Abdillah is a proud father of two toddlers at the age 62. And he admitted that things aren’t easy as it seems—especially when it comes to a ‘’certain age’’.
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In a recent interview with a news portal, he said, ‘’The first one is about 14 months old and the second one is two months old. It has been quite tiring. And it’s been tiring for my wife too.’’ The singer then added, “I’m thankful that, at my age, I’m still blessed with children and of course this gift comes with the responsibility to raise them well. I help my wife out with the children.”
Datuk Jamal tied the knot for the fourth time with Zai Izzati Khairuddin in 2017 was blessed with a daughter, Nur Azura Yamani, in October 2019 and a son, El Issac Yamani, in November 2020. “Perhaps God gave me these children to care for as a way to pay for my past mistakes. The responsibility is heavy but I remain grateful.” Jamal has two other children—from his previous marriages ages 20 and 15, who lives a more private life.
The singer’s latest project, Belenggu Rindu in which he collaborated with Wany Hasrita, is up for the Best Song award at the upcoming prestigious song competition, Anugerah Juara Lagu.
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Africa Exacerbation of food insecurity in Africa due to COVID-19 pandemic - a short report
7/31/2020 12:10 am Jared Lefkort Candidate for B.A. in Health and Societies, University of Pennsylvania
Photo credits: 'Food security', wikimedia
Food security in Africa is an ongoing issue, only worsened by the continued spread of the Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19). In his brief lecture during the June 2020 ABiQ Webinar, Dr Ikechi Agbugba outlined factors that lead to food insecurity, important pillars to the achievement of food security, barriers to such achievement, and some solutions. The novel Coronavirus is exacerbating the issue of food insecurity across the African continent.
Dr Ikechi defines food security as the point in which “all people at all times have physical, social, and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food that will meet their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy lifestyle.”
While this has always been a well-known theoretical consequence, the experience of these supply chain interruptions has the potential to change global manufacturing practices
Interrupted supply chains
Before diving deeper into the independent issue of food security, it is important to understand how the spread of COVID-19 across the globe has interrupted supply chains of numerous industries. While many industries utilize a central factory for manufacturing activities, the supplies and products used for the manufacturing of goods are derived from many countries. When COVID-19 infections ramp up in one part of the world, the resources from that region will become less available, thus interrupting supply chains reliant on deliveries from a region experiencing high infection rates. While this has always been a well-known theoretical consequence, the experience of these supply chain interruptions has the potential to change global manufacturing practices.
In terms of food security, the interruption of supply chains has the potential to create food shortages affecting millions of people in the wake of COVID-19, and could radically exacerbate the already existing issues surrounding food insecurity in Africa. This is likely to start with an increase in consumption of home-grown food, while farm staff is being laid off. With the lockdown follows an increase in prices of food and other agro commodities as well as an increased demand.
Food security depends highly not only on supply chains, but security, sovereignty, and safety. These three factors are underscored by availability, access, utilization, and stability. As long as these factors aren't met, food insecurity in Africa during the COVID-19 pandemic will only be worsened. With interruptions in supply chains and the continued spread of infections, issues of access and availability to food will be heightened. In the longer term, political and economic stability are threatened, leading to an unsure future.
More so, an issue he highlighted as caused by the pandemic is diseconomies of scale. Dr Ikechi described that as “the concept of economies of scale means that the average cost (AVC) per unit of production decreases as the size of the farm increases.” As there are a large number of smallholder farms, representing up to 80% in the region, diseconomies of scale are an important factor to consider. They will lead to a continuing increase in prices.
Dr Ikechi identifies five priority areas to focus on in order to decrease the effect of the pandemic on food insecurity. The points he raised included:
Increasing sustainable production while growing the labour force
Diversification of high quality processed products
Promotion of efficient and equitable value chain development
Implement plans for farms and agricultural systems to be more resilient to changes in environment
Development of regional markets and controlling international integration
It is pertinent to note that the widespread infections of COVID-19 has led to a chain reaction, interrupting supply chains and daily routines, thereby continuing to exacerbate the ongoing issue of food insecurity across the African continent
Barriers to growth
In addition, Dr Ikechi noted that the food processing industry holds a great potential for Africa’s economic growth. However, several barriers to this growth exist and they are as follows: high cost of inputs; lack of adequate processing and storage facilities; high prices due to inflation; poor infrastructure; inadequate water supplies; and a number of other factors.
Additional challenges exist within the African nations. Governments are yet to respond to farmers’ needs, as well as the other key players in the agriculture sector. Many of these governments may struggle to ensure or even implement financial intervention strategies which will enable them in benefitting from the packages introduced by more developed countries. As a matter of fact, some realistic solutions presented, include the opening up of borders to trade on food and other agro produce/products, encouraging DFI support and stimulation of investments in agriculture, as well as the introduction of new Agritech businesses.
It is pertinent to note that the widespread infections of COVID-19 has led to a chain reaction, interrupting supply chains and daily routines, thereby continuing to exacerbate the ongoing issue of food insecurity across the African continent. That is why Dr Ikechi advocates developing agriculture in Africa.
DR IKECHI AGBUGBA
PhD, Agribusiness & Agricultural Marketing (Nigeria)
Formerly Postdoctoral Research Fellow @Agric Research Council (ARC), Agric. Econ & Ext Dept. @Univ. of Fort Hare (UFH)
Lecturer & Researcher @Dept. of Agric. & Applied Econ @Rivers State Univ (RSU)
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Sikhanyiso Mhaka Student
Quite an insightful and relevant read especially in these times where the world is plagued by the covid-19 pandemic. Thank you, Dr Ikechi
Dr. Andrew Mbithi Veterinary Surgeon/Animal Nutritionist
Dr.Ikechi Agbugba ,
You always provide great insights through your articles!. It is very true that the Food supply chain has been really been affected globally by COVID-19. Africa has been hard hit. A call for all of us to think of the mitigation measures-from the governments, policy makers and EVERYONE!. We all have a role to play -however small.
Health data modelling shows that the pandemics similar or of worse magnitude than COVID-19 are likely to happen in future. Measures need to be put in place to maneuver through such uncertainties and cushion the nations against #FOODINSECURITY
Dr. Andrew Mbithi
Benedict Uzoechina Teaching
This is insightful, Dr. We must embrace your expose as the second wave of the pandemic hits us. This article should be handy to policy makers at this time. Recently, the World Bank gave FGN about $700b for a program called Covid 19 Action Recovery Economic Stimulus aimed at cushioning the economic effect of Covid 19 on the poor. For my state, we focused on small farmers in four key areas: rice, maize, poultry and cassava. You see the importance of your piece.
Tabisa Finiza Agricultural Economist
Thank you Dr Ikechi. That was very insightful!!!
ALAFI FULLI
Dr Ikechi thanks so much for this timely articulation on this point and practical carry on about it; grateful that many involved in it do it all heartedly
Indeed ``high cost of inputs; lack of adequate processing and storage facilities; high prices due to inflation; poor infrastructure; inadequate water supplies`` are the constrains many farmers within Africa continent do encounter; addressing these issues are greater step ahead into curbing the food insecurity that has worsen due to the pandemic.
Thanks so much for the efforts put
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Best theatre in KW by far!!
Great movies, staff is awesome, you can have a meal and a beer while watching your movie, the seats are sooo comfy. My favourite part is all the leg room and half the seats have little tables for your snacks! We need to support this theatre because it is wonderful and I don't want to lose it!
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Hey folks. Do any of you remember the "Odeon Hyland" on Ontario Street in Kitchener? I never new why it shut down but it is now open under the name "Apollo" and it looks and feels better than before.
Comfortable, leg stretching seats with bistro tables on hand for your glass of beer or wine from the concession. Christie Digital screen is amazing with an incredible sound system. Convincing enough to buy a membership? Yes!
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Reading FC talking points: Bouncing back, injuries and Cooper's FA Cup showing
Here's a look at some of the key issues on the agenda this week
Jonathan LowReading FC Reporter
It really is crunch time now in Reading FC's season with just nine Championship fixtures to go.
Royals tackle Sheffield Wednesday on Friday night before heading into the two-week international break.
Victory for Reading over their play-off rivals would provide a much-needed boost following the dismal defeat at Deepdale on Saturday.
But with injuries and mental fatigue taking their toll, will Royals be able to finish their season on a high?
The final few games of the campaign may look winnable on paper, but the question is can Royals can get to that stage and still be in with a fighting chance of a play-off finish?
Here are some of the key topics which are on the agenda for Reading supporters in the coming days.
Manager Jaap Stam will be looking for a strong reaction in training this week as Royals look to get back on track.
Reading FC fan's verdict: Fighting spirit was absent, the defence crumbles without Moore and Meite deserves a chance
The 3-0 loss at Preston on Saturday will have knocked confidence and motivated the teams around them in the table.
A run of one win in the past five games does not bode well, with at least another 10 points required to secure a top six spot.
Reading were easily beaten at Preston
With Fulham just below them gathering pace, there is likely to be at least one team who will be dislodged outside the top six.
A victory over Wednesday for Reading could change the mood dramatically, however.
Ali Al-Habsi has talked about treating each game as a cup final and they certainly need to do that to avoid slipping down the table.
One thing not helping Reading at the moment is injuries.
Paul McShane and Jordon Mutch are the latest players to be in the treatment room, with both limping off injured last Saturday. They join a number of other players who are sat on the sidelines.
Reading FC fans' gallery: Did we spot you during the defeat at Deepdale?
Liam Moore and Liam Kelly are both out with hamstring injuries suffered in the draw against Newcastle United last week.
Liam Moore is out with a hamstring injury
Callum Harriott, Danzell Gravenberch, Sandro Wieser, Tiago Ilori and Stephen Quinn are all ruled out indefinitely.
It's proving to be a severe test not just for Stam but the squad as a whole so the international break provides some welcome respite for all involved.
Time to give Meite, Evans, Oxford and Beerens a go?
Stam is no stranger to making changes for a game, as he has shown throughout the season.
But some fans have been saying he has been too trusting in certain players.
Chris Gunter and Joey van den Berg were criticised by supporters over the weekend, while Danny Williams and Roy Beerens have both been dropped in the past two games.
Roy Beerens has missed the past two games
Yakou Meite has yet to be given a start in a Reading shirt despite making an impression more often than not when coming off the bench.
Reece Oxford made his debut on Saturday after joining on loan from West Ham United in January.
Preston North End 3 Reading FC 0 analysis: What went wrong for Royals
Following the poor showing on Saturday, the next game may not be a bad time to freshen things up in an attempt to get a positive result.
Cooper's FA Cup dream is over
It's the end of the road for Jake Cooper in the FA Cup.
The young defender, who is out on loan at League One side Millwall, was part of the Lions side who were thumped 6-0 by Tottenham Hotspur in the quarter-final on Sunday.
Preston North End boss Simon Grayson: We could have scored a lot more goals in win over Reading FC
Cooper's lasting impression is not one he will be allowed to forget by Spurs fans, however, as he was involved in a tackle which left Harry Kane having to leave the field early with an ankle injury.
Heung-Min Son and Jake Cooper battle for the ball (Image: Julian Finney)
It was a second FA Cup quarter final in a row for Cooper, as he was involved in the Reading side which lost 2-0 to Crystal Palace last season.
The 22-year-old is enjoying a productive loan spell for Millwall, having picked up the League One player of the month accolade for February after helping the side keep seven clean sheets in succession.
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Don't forget you can keep up to date with the latest Royals action via the free getreading app.
You can even set it to receive push notifications for all the breaking Reading FC news.
Download it for Apple devices here and Android devices here .
900 years of Reading Abbey from Thomas Becket to Henry VIII
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Poll: Democrats want to see Elizabeth Warren as Joe Biden's vice president pick
Jeanine Santucci / USA TODAY
WASHINGTON – Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., tops the list of potential running mates Democrats hope to see considered by former Vice President Joe Biden, according to a new poll.
The presumptive Democratic nominee has said he'll name a woman to join him as vice president on the ticket, and 71% of registered Democrats and Democratic leaners think he should consider Warren as his pick, according to a CBS News/YouGov poll released Sunday.
Fifty-nine percent said he should consider Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., 50% said the same for former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams and 49% for Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn.
Asked who Biden should pick for the ticket if he had to choose today, Warren led the group with 36%, followed by Harris at 19%, Abrams at 14% and Klobuchar at 13%. Others on the list such as Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer struggled with name recognition among about half or more voters.
Warren, Harris and Klobuchar are all former 2020 candidates, while Abrams' unsuccessful 2018 run for governor put her on the map and prompted national discussion over issues of voter suppression.
White Democrats and liberals favored Warren in the poll by large margins. Black Democrats were more split between the top three running mates. Warren also topped the list for moderate Democrats, and was followed by Klobuchar and Harris for that group.
Independents surveyed also put Warren at the top of their list, with 41%, followed by Klobuchar at 38%, Harris at 31% and Abrams at 23%. Republicans said Biden should put Klobuchar on the ticket, however.
First lady Michelle Obama was not among the list of other women named for the VP slot in the survey, but asked separately, 64% of Democrats said Biden should pick her if she wanted to run.
Democrats surveyed most valued in a running mate someone who would be prepared to take over the role of president if needed, with 82% calling this a high priority. They also prefer a vice presidential candidate who will motivate traditional Democrats to turn out to vote, with 71% calling it a high priority, over one who will appeal to swing or Trump voters, 57%.
And as the coronavirus pandemic continues to threaten American lives and the economy, Democrats see crisis management experience as very important in a potential vice president.
Of all registered voters, including those who lean Democratic and Republican, 27% said the person Biden picks as vice president isn't important in the election, while an equal number said his choice is very important and 29% said it is somewhat important.
Biden was also chosen over President Donald Trump by likely voters, 49%-43%.
The CBS News/YouGov poll surveyed 2,200 U.S. residents and has a margin of error of plus or minus 2.5 percentage points. For the 808 Democrats and Democrat leaners surveyed, the margin of error is plus or minus 4 points.
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Hospitals — and now insurers — to reveal secret rates under latest Trump admin pitch
Samantha Liss
Trump administration officials put forward two rules on Friday to compel release of secret negotiated rates and other pricing information in one proposed and one final rule, building on an executive order released this summer. President Donald Trump will formally announce the details later this afternoon.
The administration had previously proposed plans to force only hospitals to reveal that information. This goes one step further and requires the same information of insurers, CMS Administrator Seema Verma said Friday.
The administration contends it has the authority to force the secret price negotiations for services out into the open. "We're on very sound legal footing," HHS Secretary Alex Azar said of the rules and possible litigation from industry.
The hospital and payer lobbies are sure to fight back against what would be a landmark shift in healthcare. Industry has argued the rule exceeds the government's authority and would actually increase prices.
The administration pushed back on the idea that forcing the release of negotiated rates would actually cause prices to rise.
"American patients have been at the mercy of a shadowy system with little access to the information they need to make decisions about their own care," Azar told reporters Friday.
The new proposed rule centers on insurers and would require them to publicly share negotiated rates for in-network providers and allowed amounts paid for out-of-network services. The proposed rule also requires insurers to make available, in real-time, personalized information to a member on what a service would cost them, taking into account where they are in their deductible. In other words, it allows patients accurate estimates on procedures before they're performed and allows patients to shop more effectively, according to the administration.
The administration is encouraging payers to craft plan designs that would encourage consumers to utilize the cost information and shop for lower-cost services. The administration said this could benefit insurers' medical loss ratio calculations.
Verma disputed the argument that negotiated rates are proprietary business information. She noted this information is already provided to patients in the 'explanation of benefits' but that document needs to come before a procedure, not after.
"Patients need to have the right information at the right time and at the right place," Verma said.
Patient advocacy groups came out in support of the proposal Friday. "Real price transparency and open competition will allow patient choice creating a functional healthcare marketplace," Cynthia Fisher, founder of Patient Rights Advocate, said in a statement praising the regulatory action, calling it a "momentous day" for consumers.
Releasing the information will also benefit researchers, employers and developers who may build new tools to help consumers, the administration said.
The final rule focuses on the hospital portion, which was previously proposed (then delayed) from the outpatient payment rule, which has since been finalized. Starting in 2021, hospitals would be required to release negotiated rates in a machine-readable format with accompanying CPT codes, while making a second version that's more consumer-friendly and includes data for 300 "shoppable" services, like X-rays and imaging and lab tests.
Hospitals would be required to share a slew of pricing information, including "gross charges, payer-specific negotiated charges, the amount the hospital is willing to accept in cash from a patient, and the minimum and maximum negotiated charges."
Trump is expected to formally announce the transparency plans at 2 p.m. Friday.
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Jayson Beatty
“If you don’t know where your are going, any road will take you there” -Lewis Carrolla
Jayson has decades of experience assisting organizations to optimally execute operational and financial decisions. His clients include non-profit institutions, public agencies and for-profit businesses across a range of industries. Mr. Beatty has executed on behalf of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Amazon, Starbucks, The University of Washington, Lennar, Russell Investments, and many other entities.
Jayson has also advised on several billion dollars of projects including the development of DreamWork’s Corporate HQ, the sale of a Medical Device Firm, and the sale of Fox Plaza.
Mr. Beatty holds a BA in Economics and a BA in Philosophy from Claremont McKenna College and was awarded an MBA from the University of Cambridge.
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the chain gang Feb. 21, 2017
Burger King’s Parent Company Is Buying Popeyes for $1.8 Billion
Just imagine the Chicken Fries possibilities.
The parent company that owns Burger King and Tim Hortons says it’s reached a deal to buy Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen for $1.8 billion. Takeover rumors started last week after reports said Restaurant Brands was looking “to acquire additional restaurant concepts.” Getting into fried chicken is a wise move right now — especially in fast food (Taco Bell’s Naked Chicken Chalupa is proof), plus figures suggest Americans will eat a record-breaking amount of it this year. So rather than trying to fashion fried-chicken coffee cups, Restaurant Brands has just decided it’s way easier to add 2,600 stand-alone Popeyes locations to its growing roster of chains.
Restaurant Brands is still new to the fast-food scene, but, regardless, it must be making rivals nervous by now. It formed in 2014, when Burger King acquired Tim Hortons, a deal that put Canada’s biggest coffee brand in bed with Mac N’ Cheetos and included a pretty great tax break; and it’s also co-owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway and 3G Capital, the investment firm with big stakes in Kraft Heinz and Anheuser-Busch InBev. With Popeyes, Restaurant Brands will now control a trio of chains that put it on near-equal footing with Yum! Brands, the major player whose portfolio includes Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and KFC.
Burger King Parent Company Will Buy Popeyes for $1.8 Billion
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Herr Nilsson Street Art for Sale
Working Under the pseudonym Herr Nilsson, after Pippi Longstocking’s pet monkey, the Stockholm based artist began his artistic endeavors by creating graffiti around Sweden.Nilsson is known to incorporate Disney imagery while combining satire, humor, and critique. Of significance, Snow White is the first full length animated Disney film that captures the idealized portrait of innocence while imbuing violence through weaponry such as guns.
His pantings include plenty of cartoon heroes, mostly known for their sweetness and innocence. He reminds us how evil can come from unexpected characters or associations. His works always manage to make us smile and he never looses his element of surprise!
“The Dark Princesses are a comment on violence, but they are also a comment to how we look upon good and bad in the world. Everybody expects a fairytale princess to always look good and behave well. If I was one of them I would revolt after a couple of days. And in my world they do,” says Nilsson
The deftness of his painting reveals his talent while the power of his imagery suggests a moralizing sub-text.
Herr Nilsson received international media attention during 2011 – 2012 and was catapulted into the mainstream media after adorning the streets of Stockholm with his sarcastic wheat pasting and graffiti “Dark Princess” installation series in 2013. The series was met with a flurry of press coverage asking the simple question, “Who is this guy?” Coverage in the Huffington Post, The Daily Mail and other media led to additional speculation as to his identity. Some of his works will also be featured in an upcoming issue of Italian Vogue.
Herr Nilsson made his entrance onto the art world’s stage at an extensive installation in conjunction with Art Miami 2013 and hosted by the Keszler Gallery of Manhattan and Southampton, NY. The artist created a unique graffiti piece on site at the fair and unveiled the first of his fine art canvas works along with a series of smaller edition prints.
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Poco M2 Pro with Snapdragon 720G SoC launched in India: Price and tech specs revealed
The device is scheduled to go on sale via Flipkart on July 14
Xiaomi’s spin-off brand, Poco, today launched its second smartphone of 2020 in the market. Poco M2 Pro is now official. Even before the arrival of Poco X2, which launched months back, M2 has been part of the rumour mills. The company has introduced the phone via a pre-recorded online launch event that was live-streamed via the company’s official YouTube channel across its social media platforms. The device is powered by Snapdragon 720G SoC. In addition to this, there is a hole-punch design display and quad rear cameras. Let’s see what else does this smartphone has to offer.
Poco M2 Pro pricing and availability details
Poco M2 Pro has been launched in India today. The device will be available in two variants of 4GB of RAM with 64GB of storage at Rs 13,999, 6GB RAM with 64GB storage at Rs 14,999 whereas the 6GB RAM with 128GB storage variant price has been set at Rs 16,999.
The device will be available for purchase via e-commerce website Flipkart and is scheduled to go on sale in India on July 14 and at 12 noon onwards. The smartphone is offered in three colour options of Out of the Blue, Green and Greener, and Two Shades of Black.
Poco M2 Pro specifications and features.
Poco M2 Pro is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G processor paired with 6GB of RAM with 128GB of internal storage (as one of the options). The memory can be expanded by up to 512GB using a microSD card. The device runs on MIUI 11 based on top of Android 10. The mobile phone features a 6.67-inch full-HD+ display with a 20:9 aspect ratio offering 1,080×2,400 pixels of resolution, which comes with a layer of triple Corning Gorilla glass 5 for safety.
Also, the company has integrated a 2×2 MIMO WiFi so that the user gets a better connection to the router, which means good gaming with low latency. The smartphone also has Z-shocker vibration haptics food better vibration feedback.
On the camera front, Poco M2 Pro sports a quad rear camera set up that includes a 48-megapixel primary sensor, a secondary 8-megapixel Ultra-Wide-angle lens and a 5-megapixel macro lens and as well as a 2-megapixel depth sensor. While on the front there is a 16-megapixel selfie camera.
Poco M2 Pro boasts a 5,020mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. For connectivity there is 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS/ A-GPS, USB Type-C, and a 3.5mm audio jack. The sensors on the phone include accelerometer, ambient light, gyroscope, magnetometer, a proximity sensor and a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.
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Huawei Y9 (2019) hands-on: Things got bigger
It’s also more fashionable
Like every year, cheaper devices come after the premium phones get announced. If the flagship phones are too much for your usage or maybe you’re just looking for a secondary phone, the midrange lineup is the way to go.
As a successor, the new Huawei Y9 (2019) brings in noteworthy upgrades. Although, Huawei seems to be pushing larger phones to the mass market because this year’s Y9 model comes with a bigger display and, of course, a vibrant colored body.
Is the Y9 (2019) any good? Let’s find out.
It has a large 6.5-inch Full HD+ display
Pretty much edge-to-edge with a notch
The notch houses two front cameras
And some sensors as well
The power and volume buttons are on the right
The power button has a special texture
The phone accepts a microSD and two nano-SIM cards
No need to choose!
It uses a micro-USB port for charging
At least there’s a headphone jack
The rear of the phone looks beautiful!
The exterior is plastic, though
There are two AI-enabled cameras on the back
Capable of portrait shots!
It’s bigger, better than before
From 5.93 inches, the latest Huawei Y9 model now has a bigger 6.5-inch display and a higher screen-to-body ratio. The resolution remains at Full HD+ and so does the battery at 4000mAh, but it’s now borderless, which means the infamous notch comes in. The cutout is relatively small though, and it houses two cameras for taking selfies. Also, the aspect ratio is now a bit taller making the phone easier to hold with one hand despite the bigger dimensions.
The phone’s body is mostly made out of polycarbonate, but it doesn’t feel cheap or plasticky. The interesting color of the phone’s back makes the Y9 (2019) look more interesting than other phones in its range. If you like flashy phones, the Y9 (2019) will not disappoint.
When it comes to performance, the Y9 (2019) will also satisfy even the most demanding of users. The phone is powered by Huawei’s latest midrange chip, the Kirin 710. Since the Kirin 710 is manufactured using the 12nm process, it’s more efficient and powerful. The unit I have has 4GB of memory and 64GB of expandable storage, which is enough for what users need today.
Running Android 8.1 Oreo with EMUI 8.2 and GPU Turbo already available out of the box, the phone can handle graphics-intensive games with ease, especially those that are fully optimized with GPU Turbo like Asphalt 9. I also got high frame rates with Mobile Legends and PUBG: Mobile during my time with the phone.
Equipped with AI-powered cameras
The Y9 (2019) has four cameras: two at the back and two in front. Although, the additional sensors on each side of the phone are purely for depth sensing, so there’s not much to be excited about.
The 16-megapixel f/2.0 rear camera, which is accompanied by a 2-megapixel depth sensor, takes care of the main shooting duties, while the 13-megapixel f/1.8 front camera (also assisted by another 2-megapixel depth sensor) handles selfies. Like any other Huawei phone to come out lately, the Y9 (2019) has AI available to take better photos based on the detected scenario.
Check out these samples:
AI Mode
Portrait Shot
Selfie with Bokeh
Again, turning on AI doesn’t always help. There’s something about the AI cameras on Huawei midrange phones (even Honor) that makes photos appear more saturated and a bit softer, especially in low-light. Good thing it can always be turned off even after taking the shot.
Portrait shots seem pretty okay as well as the selfies. The beauty mode is not my cup of tea, so I have it set to the lowest setting most of the time.
Is this your GadgetMatch?
If you’re looking for a device that’s relatively cheap and has everything a modern smartphone should have, the Y9 (2019) is an easy recommendation. Don’t expect it to fly, but it’s got more features than your typical midrange phone. Basically, this is Huawei’s answer to the Honor 8X. Both practically have the same specs, but Honor is selling theirs with a cheaper price tag.
The Huawei Y9 (2019) is now available across Asia and it retails for PhP 12,990 in the Philippines, MYR 899 in Malaysia, and CNY 1,499 in China. Aside from the Sapphire Blue color, it’s also available in Midnight Black and Aurora Purple.
Price-wise, the Y9 (2019) sits below another Huawei phone — the Nova 3i. They have matching specifications and features, so the Y9 (2019) is a good option if you want to save a few bucks yet still own a Huawei phone.
SEE ALSO: Huawei Mate 20 Review: The simpler sibling
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Samsung started 2021 early with their newest Galaxy S21 series.
Unlike last year where the S20 models were announced last February, these new S21 units were unveiled as early as January 2021. Although we’ve covered most of the leaks and rumors about Samsung’s latest flagship trio, we still need to confirm them.
Head over to our latest hands-on video to find out more.
Is it still the laptop of tomorrow?
ASUS launched their first first dual-screen laptop, the ZenBook Pro Duo last 2019 at Computex Taiwan.
This 2021, the Full HD LCD display might be a drawback from the 4K OLED display. Still, it has a new and improved ErgoLift Hinge that ASUS is proud of. And with power-packed specs, pen support, and dual displays, this laptop might just be for a creative or content creator like you.
More of ASUS’ latest ZenBook Duo in our latest unboxing and hands-on video right here.
Surprising specs for its price tag
Last year, Motorola was able to deliver a promising 5G smartphone that costs less than the usual 5G flagships with their midranger Moto one 5G.
This 2021, Motorola has launched a cheaper variant, still with a nifty Snapdragon 765G chipset, 5G support, 5000mAh battery, but lesser cameras. With that being said, will you still consider it over other phones in the same price range?
Click here to watch our Motorola one 5G ace hands-on video.
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The banks of the River Gambia have been inhabited for many centuries, but the archaeological evidence is as yet insufficient to throw much light on early Gambian history.
The first known record of The Gambia is a brief reference in the account by Hanno the Carthaginian of his voyage through West Africa around 470BC. During the 5th and 8th centuries AD most of the Sene-Gambian area was part of the Empire of Ghana, whose rulers were of the Serahuli tribe. In the centuries to follow, tribes of Mandingoes and Susus from the Fouta Djalon Plateau of Guinea established themselves in what is now known as Mali.
Charles II, King of England founded the Royal Adventurers Trading to Africa whose main objective was to purchase slaves for the West Indian and American plantations. In 1661 the company captured St. Andrew's Island in the River Gambia, renaming it James Island, built a fort on it and founded the first English settlement on the West African Coast.
During the 18th and 19th centuries there was bitter and protracted religious dissension, cutting across tribal loyalties. One consequence of the strife was that various chiefs sought treaty protection from the British established at Banjul, so British administration gradually spread over the whole country, the last such treaty being concluded in 1901 with Musa Molloh, Chief of Fulladu.
American author, Alex Haley, highlighted the slave trade from this area in his best selling book "Roots", also adapted for a TV mini series, as he traced his roots back to the banks of the River Gambia. Today, tourists can travel upriver on an excursion to some of the landmarks, including the village where Hayley's great, great grandfather, Kunte Kinte, is said to have been born. Find out more about the 'Roots' Excursion here.
The oldest English-speaking country in West Africa, The Gambia gained independence from Britain in 1965, led by Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara, first President of the Republic of The Gambia. In 1977 he opened the 250 acre Abuko Nature Reserve, affirming with The Banjul Declaration his intention to protect and preserve the flora and fauna of The Gambia for future generations.
In 1990 the country celebrated its 25th anniversary of peace and stability. A bloodless coup took place in July 1994, and an interim government was installed. The following election was won by Yahya Jammeh who remained in power for 22 years.
In December 2016 the election was won by Adama Barrow who was sworn in as president the following February.
In 2018 The Gambia rejoined the Commonwealth having received unanimous support from the member states.
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A more in-depth history of The Gambia at Access Gambia
Roots - Alex Haley's famous novel which explores the history of one of his ancestors, Kunta Kinte, and how slavery brought him from The Gambia to America. Buy Roots on amazon.co.uk and the DVD box set.
Water Music - TC Boyle's rather frantic recreation of the explorer Mungo Park's explorations of West Africa is more than worth reading. It gives a real flavour of how this part of Africa might have been in the late 18th century. Buy Water Music on amazon.co.uk.
You can also read Mungo Park's accounts of his journeys in his Travels in the Interior of Africa. Buy Travels in the Interior of Africa on amazon.co.uk.
The entry for Mungo Park at Wikipedia.
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Veronica Mars Star Jason Dohring Will Be A Tomorrow People Hunter
Fan fave actor was also Josef Kostan in Moonlight
Jason Dohring, of Veronica Mars and Moonlight fame, is set to be a bad guy in an episode of the US remake of The Tomorrow People .
According to TVLine , Dohring will play an ex-operative who once worked with the paramilitary group that hunts down the Tomorrow People. After going off the grid, the character is back to seek revenge.
The Tomorrow People has been adapted from the cult UK children’s TV hot of the ’70s by Julie Plec, of The Vampire Diaries fame, who herself was a fan of the original. It’s due to air on Teen Syfy… sorry the CW. (Why doesn’t that network just change its name? It feels like it’s got more sci-fi shows now than Syfy!)
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This Cyber Monday gaming PC sale helps you skip DIY headaches
Amazon's Cyber Monday sales include a collection of gaming systems and monitors.
One of the important rites for the clan of PC gaming is to build your own computer, but sometimes it’s just easier to pay someone else to put it together. For people who simply want to grab and game, Amazon is throwing a one-day Cyber Monday sale on desktops, laptops, and monitorsRemove non-product link. Here are our favorite deals from the sale.
[ Want more great deals? Check out TechConnect, our home for the best tech deals, all hand-picked by the PCWorld, Macworld and TechHive editors. ]
First, we found a CyberpowerPC Gamer Supreme desktop for $1020. This PC rocks an eight-core Ryzen 7 3800X processor, 16GB of RAM, a 1TB NVMe SSD, and an AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT graphics card. It also has a liquid CPU cooling system. The Radeon 5700 XT is a solid 1440p graphics card, one terabyte of onboard NVMe storage is great, and the liquid cooling is a nice addition.
If you want a monitor to go with the desktop PC above, the HP X24c 1440p gaming monitor is $190, down from $230. This 24-inch monitor has a 1500R curve, a 4ms response time, FreeSync, and a blistering 144Hz refresh rate. If you’d like to check out a few more monitors today, Amazon is also throwing a Cyber Monday sale on Samsung displaysRemove non-product link.
Finally, for those who want to game on the go, there’s the Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop for $973, down from $1,150. This 17.3-inch laptop has a 1080p 144Hz display, a Core i7-9750H CPU, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060, 16GB of RAM, a 256GB NVMe SSD, and a backlit keyboard. It’s a nice bit of kit for gaming, and while the processor is generation behind, it still chews through games without breaking a sweat as the last-gen flagship. The GeForce RTX 2060 should pump out enough frames to keep the blazing 144Hz screen fed well even in modern games, and as an “RTX” GPU, it lets you activate beautiful real-time raying effects in titles that support it.
There are plenty more laptops, desktops, and monitors where these came from, but act fast if you’re interested, as these Cyber Monday deals will disappear come Tuesday.
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Social Security Administration:
Information Systems Could Improve Processing Attorney Fee Payments in Disability Program
To ensure that people claiming disability insurance benefits can obtain legal representation at a fair price, the Social Security Act requires that the Social Security Administration (SSA) regulate the fees that attorneys charge people to represent their disability claims before the agency. Inefficiencies in the current process increase both the time it takes to pay the attorney fees and the costs of administration. One segment of attorney fee processing--the fee approval process--was substantially simplified in 1991. Systems support could streamline the second segment of the processing--the fee payment--thus lowering the annual administrative costs and cutting processing time. By automating this final segment of the fee processing, SSA could help improve customer service for both claimants and their attorneys. GAO found that despite internal recommendations for a new system, SSA has repeatedly postponed its plans to improve the attorney fee payment process. Indeed, even though these improvements have been part of SSA's system's plans since 1998, SSA has yet to establish a firm schedule for carrying out its plans. Additionally, although SSA has a draft plan for improving the process, agency officials told GAO that the details of the plan have not been completed and SSA has yet to complete a cost estimate for the project. There are also other gaps in the plan--such as not creating an attorney master file or establishing an electronic connection between the payment processing staff and the Office of Hearings and Appeals fee approval staff--where taking additional actions could improve the process. Furthermore, SSA's performance plan did not have goals related to attorney fees--neither for cost reduction of the program nor payment timeliness. SSA would need such goals as part of its current planning effort for improving the attorney fee payment process as well as for its future operations. Without such quantifiable goals, future efforts to track and oversee SSA's progress in these areas will be difficult.
Comments: The Social Security Administration (SSA) has taken action to address this recommendation. SSA established an executive-level task force in May 2001 to oversee improvements in attorney fee processing. As a result, the agency focused attention and resources on the process, including having an independent auditor verify the accuracy of the 6.3 percent fee charged attorneys upon payment, and increasing the percentage of cases paid within 60 days from 5 percent to over 50 percent. In addition, the Office of Hearings and Appeals began faxing petitions to the payment centers via a direct fax line that electronically captures and stores the petition, which saves time and improves the accuracy of attorney payments. In 2002, SSA implemented the Single Payment System, designed to pay both the claimant and attorney representative at the same time, and automating the fee payment process. The system includes a data repository that ensures that when payments to both parties are not made simultaneously, the information is stored and tracked. SSS also implemented a call roster for attorneys to use in contacting SSA personnel regarding specific claims and disseminated this information to the National Organization of Social Security Claimant Representatives. Staff at various levels are designated as points of contact based on the type of claim, ensuring that attorneys can escalate their questions to higher levels if they do not think their concerns/questions have been adequately addressed. Furthermore, SSA established a special web site for attorneys that provide information on SSA's rules and processes along with statistics on processing rates. SSA is currently developing enhancements to the Single Payment System such as a master attorney database in 2006 which should further improve service to attorneys.
Recommendation: SSA should proceed with improvements to the attorney fee payment process by developing a plan for such improvements based on a feasibility study and a cost/benefit analysis. In doing so, SSA should establish a schedule for developing and implementing these improvements, as well as an estimate of the systems development costs. When designing this system, SSA should consider whether it is feasible to capture management information required to track its administrative costs and payment timeliness. In addition, SSA should also consider other initiatives to improve the efficiency of the payment process, such as developing an attorney master file database, establishing an electronic link between the fee approval services and the payment processing services, and augmenting its Internet site to provide better information on its fee processing services.
Comments: SSA addressed this recommendation and has goals for processing the claims that result in the incurring of these fees. SSA's Single Payment System simultaneously processes both payments to the claimants and payments to their attorneys; thus, attorney fee payments are tied directly to claim payments. Improving claim processing accuracy, timeliness, and cost reduction should automatically lead to improved accuracy, timeliness, and cost reduction in attorney fee payments.
Recommendation: Furthermore, to monitor these improvements to the attorney fee payment process, SSA should establish performance goals for cost reduction and payment timeliness in the administration of attorney fees.
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SSA and VA Disability Programs:
Re-Examination of Disability Criteria Needed to Help Ensure Program Integrity
GAO-02-597: Published: Aug 9, 2002. Publicly Released: Aug 9, 2002.
Robert E. Robertson
The three largest disability programs collectively provided $89.7 billion in cash benefits to 10.2 million adults in 2001. However, the Disability Insurance (DI) program, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, and VA disability criteria reflect neither medical and technological advances nor the labor market changes that affect the skills needed to perform work and work settings. If these federal disability programs do not update scientific and labor market information, they risk overestimating the limiting nature of some disabilities while underestimating others. Twelve years ago, both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) began reviewing relevant medical advances and updating the criteria they use to evaluate claims. However, the time the agencies are taking to revise the medical criteria could undermine the very purpose of the update. Moreover, because of the limited role of treatment in the statutory and regulatory design of these programs, the updates have not fully captured the benefits afforded by advances in treatment. Also, the disability criteria used by DI, SSI, and VA programs have not incorporated labor market changes. These programs continue to use outdated information about the types and demands of jobs needed to determine the impact that impairments have on individuals' earning capacity. To incorporate scientific advances and labor market changes into the DI, SSI, and VA programs, steps can be taken within the existing program design, but some would require more fundamental change. Agencies need to continue their medical updates and vigorously expand their efforts to more closely examine labor market changes. At a more fundamental level, SSA and VA could consider changes to the disability criteria that would revisit the programs' basic orientation.
Comments: SSA has taken a number of decisive steps toward updating its medical listings and labor market information. According a final rule published March 2006, SSA has revised medical criteria for several impairment areas in FY 2005, and is providing cross-component training on these new provisions. SSA also invited public comment for several other medical listings in 2005 through publication of advance notices, and has sought additional comments on current policy and future content of medical criteria through public outreach events. Regarding vocational policy, SSA is building a policy access tool (Disability Online) intended to provide electronic access to all vocational rules and training materials.
Recommendation: To further advance the discussion of issues raised in GAO's report, the Commissioner of Social Security should use SSA's annual performance plan to delineate strategies for and progress in periodically updating the Medical Listings and labor market data used in its disability determination process.
Comments: SSA has made substantive progress towards more comprehensively considering the effect of medical treatment and assistive technologies on program eligibility. Specifically, SSA has developed several demonstration efforts designed to test the impact of providing certain DI beneficiaries increased medical support and other employment assistance. These efforts include: Accelerated Benefits, which will provide immediate Medicare coverage and subsequent employment supports to individuals determined eligible for DI and who have a medical impairment expected to improve within 2-3 years; Mental Health Treatment Study, whereby DI beneficiaries who have schizophrenia or affective disorders will receive comprehensive health care and employment supports; and HIV/AI Demonstration, whereby current DI beneficiaries in California with a diagnosis of HIV, immune disorder, and/or auto-immune disorder will have immediate access to comprehensive health care services as well as employment services coordination. Further, SSA has contracted with IOM/NAS to conduct a broad review of SSA's medical listings, including assessing the adaptability of the listings with respect to variable access to health care services in determining whether an individual's condition meets or equals the Listings. An interim report was issued in Dec. 2005, and the final report is due summer of 2006.
Recommendation: To further advance the discussion of issues raised in GAO's report, the Commissioner of Social Security should study and report to Congress the effect that a comprehensive consideration of medical treatment and assistive technologies would have on the DI and SSI programs' eligibility criteria and benefit package. The analysis should estimate the effects on the size, cost, and management of these and other relevant programs and identify the legislative action, if any, necessary to initiate and fund such change.
Comments: VA has not acted to implement this recommendation.
Recommendation: To further advance the discussion of issues raised in this report, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs should use VA's annual performance plan to delineate strategies for and progress in periodically updating the Schedule for Rating Disabilities and labor market data used in its disability determination process.
Agency Affected: Department of Veterans Affairs
Recommendation: To further advance the discussion of issues raised in this report, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs should study and report to Congress the effect that a comprehensive consideration of medical treatment and assistive technologies would have on the VA disability programs' eligibility criteria and benefit package. The analysis should estimate the effects on the size, cost, and management of the program and other relevant VA programs and identify the legislative action, if any, necessary to initiate and fund such change.
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Highway Infrastructure:
Perceptions of Stakeholders on Approaches to Reduce Highway Project Completion Time
GAO-03-398: Published: Apr 9, 2003. Publicly Released: May 12, 2003.
Katherine A. Siggerud
Constructing, improving, and repairing roads is fundamental to meeting the nation's mobility needs. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) supplies most of the money (about $20 billion in fiscal year 2003), and state departments of transportation are primarily responsible for completing projects. Many federal and state agencies (called resource agencies) help ensure that environmental and other concerns are considered. These and other organizations have recognized that the time it takes to complete complex federally funded highway projects is too long--in some cases nearly 20 years. GAO was asked to report the views of knowledgeable officials on the most promising approaches for reducing completion time for federally funded highway projects. GAO obtained the views of 33 officials from federal, state, and private organizations with interests in federally funded roads.
Respondents from 33 organizations identified 13 approaches as most promising for reducing the time it takes to plan, design, gain approval for, and build a federally funded highway project. These approaches fell into three areas. Improving project management: Most approaches (8 of 13) focused on state-level activities that could be conducted earlier than customary, with 90 percent of respondents indicating that establishing early partnerships and early coordination among all project stakeholders is highly important to reducing project completion time. Other approaches included added flexibility for states in determining impacts on historic properties and imposing time limits on environmental reviews. Delegating environmental review and permitting authority: Between half and two-thirds of the respondents indicated that utilizing programmatic agreements between transportation and resource agencies to address commonly occurring issues, unifying overall environmental assessments with reviews of project impacts on wetlands, and creating large banks of wetlands to replace those lost at highway project sites offered significant promise for reducing project completion time. Improving agency staffing and skills: Nearly 60 percent of the respondents indicated that using interagency funding agreements in which state departments of transportation can ensure timely attention to environmental reviews of their projects by funding staff at federal or state resource agencies offered significant promise to reduce project completion time. About half of the respondents told us that adequate training of transportation staff on the requirements of all steps in completing a highway project was also a promising approach. For the most part, the respondents were not able to estimate how much time adopting one or more of these approaches might save. Respondents' views varied both within similar types of organizations (such as state departments of transportation) and across lines of responsibility or interest. Generally, agencies and other organizations with primary responsibilities for or interests in building and funding highways ranked certain approaches higher than did agencies and associations with a primary focus on resource issues, and vice versa. Nonetheless, most of the 13 most promising approaches had widespread support across organizations. Although some of these approaches are in use across the country, respondents acknowledged that the usefulness of these approaches could vary by the type of project or community values. For example, projects that are not complex or contentious would not necessarily achieve the time savings that these approaches afford for projects with complex characteristics or disagreement among stakeholders.
Comments: According to FHWA's June 2003 report to Congress on FHWA's efforts to streamline environmental activities, it appears that the agency has considered the benefits of 10 of the 13 most promising approaches in GAO's recommendation and that the agency is fostering a more widespread use of these approaches. The three outstanding approaches included (1) Preparing preliminary environmental assessment reports, (2) holding public information meetings early, and (3) employing wetlands banking. GAO contacted FHWA to determine to what extent these three recommendations had been/would be implemented. According to the agency, all three recommendations were currently in practice and/or being promoted. For example, FHWA said that with streamlining funds, it supports preliminary assessment work in Oregon, Texas, and Indiana. FHWA also encourages the efforts of resource agencies (i.e., the liaison requirement under TEA-21) to provide state DOTs with data early to scope and plan projects. Regarding holding public information meetings early, the agency said this is accomplished, in part, when FHWA's state division office administrators and their staff encourage state DOTs to use context sensitive design (CSD). One of the criteria needed to implement CSD is early public involvement. Regarding employing wetlands banking, FHWA said it has promoted this activity for a number of years. FHWA oversees state DOT efforts to implement these programs and provides funding to support states' efforts. Currently about 12 states employ wetland banking programs--including AL, FL, IN, MN, NC, TX, and VA. Also in 2003, FHWA issued guidance under the President's National Mitigation Action Plan--an interagency action plan for wetlands mitigation.
Recommendation: In order to reduce Highway project completion time, the Secretary of Transportation should direct the Administrator, Federal Highway Administration, to consider the benefits of at least each of the 13 most promising approaches discussed in this report relative to the costs and feasibility of implementing them and take the actions needed to foster more widespread adoption of those approaches that appear to be the most cost effective.
Agency Affected: Department of Transportation
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Social Security Disability Insurance:
SSA Actions Could Enhance Assistance to Claimants with Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Other Impairments
Daniel Bertoni
Advocates for patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) believe that the Social Security Administration's (SSA) process for determining eligibility for Disability Insurance (DI) may treat some claimants unfairly. As a result, claimants with IBD believe they are likely to be denied benefits at the initial decision and reconsideration levels, making it necessary for them to appeal to SSA's hearings level to have their claims allowed. This congressionally mandated study focuses on (1) how SSA evaluates claims involving IBD to establish disability under Title II of the Social Security Act and (2) what unique challenges claimants with IBD encounter when applying for DI benefits, and what actions, if any, SSA has taken to address these challenges.
SSA evaluates DI claims involving IBD just as it does all claims, using a five-step sequential evaluation process to determine whether: (1) the individual is working and earning an amount exceeding established thresholds, (2) the impairment or combination of impairments significantly limits a person's physical or mental ability to perform basic work activities, (3) the individual's impairment meets or equals a pre-established list of the medical criteria for impairments considered severe enough to prevent an individual from earning wages above the established threshold, (4) the claimant can return to previous work based on what the individual can still do in a work setting despite physical or mental limitations, or his or her "residual functional capacity," and (5) the claimant can do any work in the economy. As claims move through the five-step process, their assessment requires additional evidence and increasingly complex judgments on the part of adjudicators. For example, at step three, claimants with IBD who are diagnosed with Crohn's disease would meet the medical criteria if their weight fell below the minimum on SSA's weight table. In contrast, to determine the residual functional capacity of claimants with IBD at steps four and five, SSA adjudicators must assess claimants' mental and physical capacity and make judgments regarding allegations of pain and fatigue. Adjudicators at the initial, reconsideration, and hearings levels use the same five-step process, although differences exist between the levels that may affect decisions. For example, claimants may be represented by an attorney or nonattorney at the hearings level. While claimants with IBD are somewhat less likely to be allowed DI benefits than claimants with other impairments, their experiences applying for disability benefits are not unique, and SSA has efforts under way that may address some claimant concerns. When we analyzed DI decisions in 2003 by decision-making levels, we found that claimants with IBD, like many others, experienced lower allowance rates at the initial and reconsideration levels compared to the hearings level, although the difference between the levels was more pronounced for claimants with IBD. Lower allowance rates at the initial levels and higher allowance rates at the hearings level may reflect challenges that claimants with IBD share with many other claimants in applying for disability benefits. For example, both claimants with IBD and other claimants are unlikely to be allowed at step five of the process at the initial levels but not at the hearings level. SSA is pursuing efforts that may address some claimant concerns. For example, the agency is currently updating the medical criteria used for many impairments, including IBD, and is proposing changes to its decision-making process that may improve consistency between decision-making levels. SSA is also trying to improve claimants' understanding of the disability claims evaluation process, but lacks assurance that the majority of claimants who file in person or over the phone understand and provide information critical to SSA's assessment of their claims as part of steps four and five of the process.
Comments: SSA has made significant changes to its disability web site in response to GAO's recommendations. Specifically, SSA has updated SS Online to include an explanation of all steps of the 5-step disability determination process and has added more detailed explanations, examples, and frequently-asked questions. Information concerning steps 4 and 5 of the sequential evaluation process, formerly available only to a claimant actually filling out a DI application, is now readily available online. These changes will help ensure that claimants are informed and ultimately will provide SSA with information critical to the complete assessment of their impairment at the earliest possible point in the decision-making process.
Recommendation: To help ensure that claimants with IBD and other claimants are informed of and ultimately provide SSA with information critical to a complete assessment of their impairment at the earliest possible point in the decision-making process, SSA should update its Web site to include more accessible information that clarifies the type and importance of information that claimants must submit for steps four and five of the sequential evaluation process. SSA should also consider making the information currently in its interactive adult disability report--including instructions, explanations and examples--more readily available to all claimants on its Web site.
Comments: In response to this recommendation, SSA is updating the Adult Disability Starter Kit to reflect recent changes made to the SSA-3368. As part of the update, the agency is also considering adding information and/or instructions along with other suggestions to the Disability Starter Kit to address the importance of obtaining information from the disability applicant about steps four and five of the sequential evaluation process, as we recommended.
Recommendation: To help ensure that claimants with IBD and other claimants are informed of and ultimately provide SSA with information critical to a complete assessment of their impairment at the earliest possible point in the decision-making process, SSA should update the Disability Starter Kit--which is provided to all claimants who apply by phone or in person--to include an explanation of the types and importance of information that claimants must submit for steps four and five of the sequential evaluation process. SSA should consider adding instructions, explanations, and examples that are currently available in the on-line form, to the extent that it is cost-effective to do so.
Comments: SSA agreed with this recommendation. SSA noted that each regional office website currently provides access to a "Disability Interview Guide" for the field office claims representative (CR) to use for the front-end interview process. SSA reiterated that it recognizes the need for (and has conducted) additional field office training regarding the disability interview process to better assist the DDSs in their determination process. SSA acknowledged that some, not all, field offices use the Disability Interview Guides. In addition, the DDS generally submits functional reports to applicants that address limitations in activities of daily living and symptom questionnaires to further address limitations.
Recommendation: To help ensure that claimants with IBD and other claimants are informed of and ultimately provide SSA with information critical to a complete assessment of their impairment at the earliest possible point in the decision-making process, SSA should explore options for ensuring that field office and DDS staff appropriately explain and collect the types of information needed to assess how claimants' impairments impact their ability to work.
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Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation:
More Strategic Approach to Contracting Still Needed
The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) insures the pension benefits of more than 44 million U.S. workers and retirees in more than 27,500 private defined benefit plans. In response to growing workloads over the last 20 years, PBGC has come to rely heavily on contractors to perform its work. With the influx of plan terminations during the recent economic downturn, GAO was asked to examine: (1) how PBGC decides between contracting for services and performing services in house; (2) the steps PBGC has taken to strengthen its internal controls over the contracting process; and (3) PBGC's implementation of a performance-based approach in its recent contracts. To conduct this study, GAO reviewed federal and PBGC contracting policies; interviewed PBGC officials and selected contractors; examined a small judgmental sample of eight recent contracts selected based on type, amount, and location; and assessed PBGC's actions in response to past GAO and PBGC Inspector General (IG) recommendations.
PBGC's contracting decisions are based primarily on historical practice within each of its departments rather than strategic assessment. Nearly three-fourths of PBGC's budget is allocated to contractors, yet PBGC does not have a strategic agency-level plan for contracting. PBGC often justifies extensive use of contractors based on the need to manage fluctuating workloads; however, historical data appear to indicate that PBGC has more contractor workers than needed to respond to workload fluctuations. Some of its contractor use is justified based on needed expertise or lower cost. However, because PBGC does not routinely conduct cost-benefit or risk analyses as part of its contract decision-making process, the efficiency and effectiveness of its contracting is unknown, and PBGC's long-term extensive reliance on contractors may be placing the agency at risk of eroding management control in core functions. At the same time, PBGC has adopted new policies and procedures to improve contractor oversight and ensure that federal contracting requirements are met, addressing past GAO and PBGC IG recommendations in this area. For example, PBGC has issued new standard operating procedures and is conducting training for staff involved in the agency's contracting activities. In addition, PBGC has increased the use of competitive and fixed price contracts, which provide more integrity to the contracting process by limiting government cost and performance risk. In addition, PBGC has implemented new guidance and training to improve staff knowledge and understanding of performance-based contracting and has expanded its use. Between fiscal years 2008 and 2010, PBGC increased the use of performance-based contracts from 2 to 12 percent. PBGC also increased its incorporation of performance metrics across various types of contracts to ensure performance is measured in terms of outcomes. Thus, past GAO and IG recommendations in this area have been partially addressed. However, unlike work performed in house, PBGC does not require performance metrics for its contract work to be linked to agency mission and goals, which is important to ensuring such work is well integrated into its strategic plan. GAO recommends that PBGC improve its strategic approach to contracting by developing an inventory of contract resources, assessing risk in areas heavily reliant on contractors, documenting its consideration of performance-based contracting, and linking contractor performance to agency goals. PBGC agrees with our recommendations.
Comments: In May 2012, PBGC reported that its Procurement Department had prepared a FY 2011 service contract inventory and service contract inventory summary, and had submitted these documents to OMB. Consistent with the OMB guidance, the summary categorized PBGC's service contracts by function to identify areas of heavy reliance on contractors. Officials noted that this inventory is a primary tool being utilized in a comprehensive review of all PBGC contracts and contractors, and that development of the inventory is helping its Procurement Department and its Budget & Organizational Department gain a greater understanding of the nature and types of contracting being performed at PBGC.
Recommendation: To improve PBGC's performance in an environment of heavy contractor use, further efforts are needed to better integrate contract decision making and contract management into PBGC's agency-level strategic planning process. While recognizing that Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance is not binding for PBGC, to assist PBGC in reassessing its extensive reliance on contracting, the Director of PBGC should implement OMB guidance that calls on agencies to develop a service contract inventory, by function and location across the agency and within its departments, to identify the extent of its current reliance on contractors and enable a balanced workforce analysis. At a minimum, such reviews should capture the total dollar amount of service contract spending by function and the role services play in achieving agency objectives. Consistent with OMB guidance, PBGC should give priority consideration to functions that require increased management attention due to heightened risk of workforce imbalance.
Agency Affected: Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation
Comments: PBGC maintains that the agency already considers risks and costs associated with the strategic decision to use contractors to respond to workload fluctuations and to obtain support services. For example, agency officials told us that in June 2011, PBGC initiated a review of its benefits administration and payments process that included an organizational assessment, workforce analysis, and business process evaluation. According to PBGC officials, this assessment represents a top-to-bottom review of its largest functional area that will inform the agency about contractor use across all departments. While GAO supports the value of conducting such an assessment, GAO does not agree that this initiative is sufficient to satisfy the goals of the risk analysis outlined in OMB's guidance, which calls for agencies to undertake a risk analysis in areas identified in their service contract inventories as heavily reliant on contractors, including an evaluation of the cost effectiveness of decisions to award work to contractors in such areas, and to identify additional critical contracted functions where the agency may be at risk based on factors such as inadequate contract management support, historical contracting performance challenges, or the level of risk associated with contract performance. OMB's guidance also requires agencies to use data from their service contract inventory to report on the role contracted services play in achieving agency objectives. In July 2013, PBGC reported that the Director was briefed about options to change its Benefit Administration and Payment Department's (BAPD) business processes in a report "Strategic Review-Future State Options." PBGC also stated that it had established a working group (Inherently Governmental Working Group) that meets weekly to discuss appropriate roles of federal employees and contractors given existing and new regulations promulgated by OMB. Based on the group's ongoing analysis, PBGC has delivered training to Procurement staff throughout the agency and in some cases contractor activity has been more explicitly defined. Members of the group presented various internal training sessions in April 2012, with refresher briefings in April 2013. While GAO supports the agency's efforts to improve BAPD processes and maintain a contracting working group, GAO continues to believe that PBGC should conduct a risk analysis by reviewing data provided through its service contract inventory to help the agency to better integrate contract decision making and contract management into agency-level strategic planning process; and should analyze data from its service contract inventory for all of its departments-in addition to BAPD-to determine the role contracted services play in achieving agency objectives. In March 2015, PBGC reported that it had taken steps to initiate a risk analysis to gain a better understanding of the total resources (both government FTE and contractor staff) currently performing mission critical functions and support activities. Specifically, in 2014, PBGC contracted with the Federal Consulting Group (FCG) at the Department of Interior to develop a statement of work (SOW) for a detailed manpower analysis. The SOW would include cost estimates to review how the PBGC workforce would be shaped if all resources performing recurring activities were government employees rather than contractors. After receiving the SOW/cost estimate and much deliberation, PBGC concluded that conducting a CFO level risk analysis in areas identified as heavily reliant on contractors, including an evaluation of the costs and benefits of decisions to award work to contractors in such areas, would not be cost effective. GAO recognizes that PBGC took significant action in this area; however, PBGC ultimately decided to not move forward with the risk analysis as we recommended.
Recommendation: To improve PBGC's performance in an environment of heavy contractor use, further efforts are needed to better integrate contract decision making and contract management into PBGC's agency-level strategic planning process. While recognizing that Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance is not binding for PBGC, to assist PBGC in reassessing its extensive reliance on contracting, the Director of PBGC should implement OMB guidance that calls on agencies to undertake a risk analysis in areas identified as heavily reliant on contractors, including an evaluation of the costs and benefits of decisions to award work to contractors in such areas.
Comments: PBGC established a new requirement for documenting the basis for not using a performance-based service acquisition approach on its standard Advanced Procurement Plan (APP) form. Following increased efforts to ensure compliance, in February 2014, PBGC provided examples of two different contracts not using a performance-based service acquisition approach with the rationales documented on the APP forms as required.
Recommendation: To encourage expanded use of performance-based contracting with performance metrics linked to the agency's mission and goals, the Director of PBGC should ensure that the rationale for not using a performance-based service acquisition approach is documented, consistent with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
Comments: Although PBGC stated that it already ties performance metrics of major service contracts to its strategic goals through use of performance work statements and quality assurance surveillance plans, the agency revised its standard Advanced Procurement Plan (APP) form to further document this linkage. Examples of completed forms were provided showing that this is now being done.
Recommendation: To encourage expanded use of performance-based contracting with performance metrics linked to the agency's mission and goals, the Director of PBGC should ensure that the performance metrics for major service contracts are linked to specific corporate strategic goals to the maximum extent practicable.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's Charge Data System
T-IMTEC-88-5: Published: Jun 24, 1988. Publicly Released: Jun 24, 1988.
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Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO evaluated the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC) Charge Data System to determine whether it provided EEOC with accurate, complete, and current data. GAO found that some EEOC district offices reported that the system: (1) could not transfer automated charge records directly from one field office to another; (2) did not allow district offices to access the data of their subsidiary offices; and (3) contained data inaccuracies and other operational problems. GAO noted that: (1) it had to perform more work and analysis before it could make conclusions concerning the quality of the system; and (2) EEOC was developing the capability for district offices to obtain automated information on the work load of their subsidiary offices.
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U.S. Army and Marine Corps:
Allegation of Contracting Irregularities and Conflicts of Interest
T-OSI-93-2: Published: Jul 30, 1993. Publicly Released: Jul 30, 1993.
GAO discussed its investigation into allegations of Army and Marine Corps contracting irregularities and conflicts of interest. GAO noted that: (1) an Army directorate placed orders under a Marine Corps contract for automated data processing equipment that were outside that contract's scope, in amounts exceeding the contract maximum, and after the contract expired; (2) the directorate violated the Competition in Contracting Act, since it should have obtained the items through open competition; (3) the Army directorate and the Marine Corps contracting office ignored the Federal Acquisition Regulation provisions for management controls over the contract and failed to verify the need for the orders and the propriety of using Army funds for the equipment's acquisition; (4) the Army failed to take remedial action when an internal investigation revealed the contract improprieties; (5) two civilian employees of the offices had conflicts of interest in that their spouses were employed by the contractor, and another employee inflated contractor expenses on cost estimates at the Army's direction; and (6) it referred the matter for criminal investigation.
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Home International Business Another blow to China; India bans 43 more apps over security concerns
Another blow to China; India bans 43 more apps over security concerns
Wed, 25 Nov, 2020 By Backend Office, Desk Reporter
An earlier image of people in India calling for a boycott of neighboring country China and its products
India is not done banning Chinese apps. The second-largest internet market in the world, which has banned more than 175 apps with links to the neighboring country in recent months, said it has banned an additional 43 such apps.
Like with the previous orders, India cited cybersecurity concerns to block these apps. “This action was taken based on the inputs regarding these apps for engaging in activities which are prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity of India, defense of India, security of state and public order,” said India’s IT Ministry in a statement.
At this point, there doesn’t appear to be any Chinese app left in the top 500 apps used in India.
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The banned apps include the eCommerce app Aliexpress from Alibaba Group Holding Ltd along with few other dating apps marking a new wave of web sanctions targeting China with which India has been engaged in a months-long standoff at a border site in the Himalayas.
In India’s booming eCommerce market, which is led by Walmart’s Flipkart and Amazon’s local unit, Aliexpress is not a major player. However it is popular with some motorcycle enthusiasts and small shopkeepers, who use it to source cheap products.
For Chinese giant Alibaba, which is the largest investor in Indian fintech company Paytm and also backs online grocer BigBasket, the move is a setback. Moreover, it is another blow to the eCommerce giant after its Ant Group’s $37 billion initial public offering, (IPO) was halted in China.
The latest order comes as a handful of apps are exploring ways to return to the region, including gaming app PUBG Mobile and short-video sharing app TikTok, both of which have described India as their biggest overseas market. PUBG registered a local entity in India in recent weeks, partnered with Microsoft for computing needs and publicly pledged to invest $100 million in the country. It is yet to hear from the government.
After nearly 20 Indian soldiers were killed in a military clash in the Himalayas in June, tensions between the world’s two most populous nations escalated. Since then the sentiment of “Boycott China” has trended on social media in India as a rising number of people posted videos showing the destruction of Chinese-made smartphones, TVs and other products.
India also revised its foreign investment policy in April, mandating Chinese investors, who in recent years have ploughed billions of dollars into Indian start-ups, to seek permission from the government before they could write new checks to Indian firms. The move has substantially reduced the presence of Chinese investors in the deal flows to Indian startups.
Chinese companies are already having a tough time as the US president Donald Trump and his administration continues to target them. Recent reports suggested that a new list of China-based companies have been identified as having connections with the Chinese military which will block them from buying a range of US products and technology.
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Life Science Analytics Lead the Way to a New Normal
Author: Judith Kniepeiss
Posting date: 7/30/2020 9:19 AM
The Life Science Analytics industry has always beaten to its own drum. But in the days of Covid-19, there’s a different feel and it’s one in which teams are coming together and candidates are staying longer in jobs where they feel connected and impactful.
As the drive for a vaccine and the virtually overnight demand for telemedicine and contactless care come to bear, this industry which once seemingly fell behind that of retail and banking has caught up. So, what can businesses like biotech, pharmaceutical, and other healthcare providers do to retain and keep top candidates?
EXPAND AND GROW YOUR TEAM LOCALLY AND GLOBALLY
Reskill and Upskill for Career Advancement - If you’re lucky enough to have retained top talent, re-consider tenure-based positions. Advance your great candidates based on performance, need, upskilling, or reskilling. You may already have someone on staff who can do the job you need done or have the potential. Let them. The world has been moving faster than it ever has in this year alone its jumped into warp speed.
Consider Global Collaboration – While many professionals, in every industry are working from home these days, some simply can’t due to the nature of their business. In this case, the need to be in the lab. However, as the Life Sciences & Analytics industry leads the way in their approach to flexible hours and the available Data on COVID-19, for example, global collaborations allow teams to do their work without the need for lab access.
In demand technical skills - Candidates skilled in Data gathering, algorithm development, and predictive modeling are in high demand as well as AutoML, NLP, and other Machine Learning solutions.
In demand soft skills – As the impact of the above technical skills increase and offer proven solutions, it will be important to have Data professionals who cannot only manage the technical side of things, but who can also explain solutions to the nontechnical and business executives in plain language.
Since the start of the year, we’ve seen a massive shift in the way we do business. While for some businesses, it was business as usual for the most part. For others, it completely reinvented others. Healthcare and Life Sciences are no exception. And in the healthcare industry, they’ve been stretched in ways unimaginable just last year. And have learned a new respect for numbers and accurate Data. Two things vital to moving forward.
A NEW RESPECT FOR NUMBERS AND ACCURATE DATA
This new respect for accurate numbers and Data will help teams align to predict new threats while tracking current ones. In other words, no one will be caught off guard next time as the Life Sciences and Healthcare industry prepare for a post pandemic transformation. And how will it impact the industry moving forward?
Work from home policies, global teams, telemedicine, the demand for PPE and ventilators, even the demands of the financial side of healthcare have shifted. But with the right data, innovation, and improved efficiency, it’s a sure bet the industry won’t be caught unawares again.
WELCOME TO THE NEW NORMAL
Though every profession has been hard hit during the pandemic, it’s the healthcare industry which has seen an even greater shift in the need demands to be met, shifting priorities, and patient care delivery has gone online. By moving forward with telemedicine and other automated services, the revenue cycle of the industry, too, has seen a shift. Yet to maintain business continuity, they must close the revenue gap.
And here’s where Life Science Analytics meets FinTech and InsurTech. All of these industries will need Data professionals who can speak code and translate it to the nontechnical. All will need professionals with skillsets in predictive modelling, automation, Machine Learning, AI, and more. Is it you they’re looking for?
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Seven Ways To Minimise Unconscious Bias In Your Recruitment Process
When it comes to the recruitment process, organisations will often take different approaches to securing their next hire. Yet, one challenge that remains the same across the board is the ubiquitous nature of unconscious bias. This typically means that individuals will favour those that look or think similarly to themselves. Not only is the potential for prejudice to arise an alarming issue here, but the impacts of unconscious bias can also have a detrimental effect on the hiring process, in both the short and long term. You could face missing out on a highly skilled and qualified candidate, as well as damaging opportunities for improving the diversity of the business. In order to address unconscious bias, organisations really need to take a moment to reflect and challenge their perceptions on the positive and the negative implications. Our own research demonstrates the opportunities of bolstering not only a diverse team in Data and Analytics, but an inclusive one too. Here are some core ways in which organisations can challenge and adapt their processes: Check your job descriptions It’s one of the simplest changes to make, but far too often overlooked. Many of us will use gender coded language without even realising it. It is therefore critical that all job descriptions are neutral, and that descriptive language is removed. Masculine-coded words such as ‘confident’ and ‘guru’ and feminine-coded words such as ‘understanding’ and ‘modest’ can really discourage individuals from applying for positions. Make use of panel-based interviews Over the past year, we’ve all become accustomed to a much more virtual way of working, which includes the recruitment process. Our reliance on technology now plays an integral role in how we interview, test and hire candidates. When interviewing candidates, organisations should involve a range of different people (even if this is just in an observational role), as they may challenge your preconceptions and provide an alternative viewpoint. Instead of only involving the CEO and Managing Director, for example, make sure you have individuals from other departments and areas within the team sitting in too. Interviews should instead focus on skills-based tasks In order to minimise the unconscious bias that permeates the recruitment process across industries, interviews need to focus on skills-based tasks. Importantly, hiring managers should be assessing the suitability for a role, so practical, skills-focused tasks are important in establishing this. Appoint an external inclusion agency If you’re stuck for where to start when it comes to improving the ways in which you plan and execute your hiring strategies, it could be worthwhile to seek support from an external agency or individual that specialises in inclusion. Their insights, experiences and knowledge will be able to support an organisation to ensure that their hiring process minimises the impacts of unconscious bias. Facilitating discussions and training In the same way that liaising with external experts can support an organisation, so to can introducing training sessions. Stamping out unconscious bias requires us all to challenge our ways of thinking to create an inclusive culture for all. Regardless of whether this is during the recruitment process, through onboarding or once an individual is working within the business, facilitating discussions and training can help. It should be noted though, that generalised training to minimise unconscious bias training isn’t always effective, so this should be assessed and planned according to relevant objectives and goals. Advertise roles through different channels To ensure that you are reaching a diverse pool of talent, hiring managers should ensure that positions are advertised across a range of different platforms. It may be the case that highly skilled professionals from different backgrounds do not all source new positions through the same websites or streams. Improving this access will ensure that you are not selecting candidates from the same pool of talent. Set specific diversity and inclusion goals It’s crucial to remember that taking steps to minimise and remove these biases is just one part of a much bigger challenge that organisations are facing in order to action change. Firms need to assess their long-term diversity and inclusion goals in order to ensure that removing biases is part of an embedded strategy. Internal strategies must be reviewed and assessed in order to ensure that the approach to the recruitment process provides equal and fair access and opportunities for all to thrive. In the Data and Analytics sector, it’s key for leaders to take action to mandate some core strategies to engage and include a diverse team of talent. If you're looking to make your next hire, or are searching role yourself, get in touch with our expert consultants or take a look at our latest Data & Analytics jobs here.
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3 Ways Machine Learning Is Benefiting Your Healthcare
With Data-led roles leading the list in the World Economic Forum’s ‘Jobs of the Future’ report, it is no surprise that Data Science continues to be the main driving force behind a number of technological advancements. From the Natural Language Processing (NLP) that powers your Google Assistant, to Computer Vision identifying scanning pictures for specific objects and the Deep Learning techniques exploring the capability of computers to become “human”, innovation is everywhere. It’s unsurprising, then, that the world of healthcare is fascinated by the possibilities Data Science can offer, possibilities which could not only make your and my life better, but also save several thousands of lives around the world. To just scrape the surface, here are three examples of how Machine Learning (ML) techniques are being used to benefit our healthcare. COMPUTER VISION FOR IMAGING DIAGNOSTICS Have you ever had a broken leg or arm and saw a x-ray scan of your fracture? Can you remember how the doctor described the kind of fracture to you and explained where exactly you can see it in the picture? The same thing that your doctor did a few years ago, can now be done by an algorithm that will identify the type of fracture, and provide insights into how you should treat it. And it’s not just fractures; Google's AI DeepMind can spot breast cancer as well as your radiologist. By feeding a Machine Learning model the mammograms of 76,000 British women, Google’s engineers taught the system to spot breast cancer in a screen scan. The result? A system as accurate as any radiologist. We‘ve already reached the point where Machine Learning and AI can no longer just outsmart us at a board game, but can benefit our everyday lives, including in as sensitive use-cases as the healthcare industry. NLP AS YOUR PERSONAL HEALTH ASSISTANT When we go to our GP, we go to see someone with a medical education and clinical understanding who can evaluate our health problems. We go there because we trust in the education of this person and their ability to give us the best information possible. However, thanks to the rise of the internet, we’ve turned to search engines and WebMD to self-diagnose online, often reading blogs and forums that will convince us we have cancer instead of a common cold. Fortunately, technology has advanced to the point where it can assist with an on-the-spot (much more accurate) evaluation of your medical condition. By conversing with an AI, like the one from Babylon Health, we can gain insights into possible health problem, define the next steps we need to take and know whether or not we need to see a doctor in person. There’s no need to wait for opening times or to sit bored in a waiting room. Easy access from your phone democratises the process and advice can be received by anyone, at any time. DEEP LEARNING DRAWS CONCLUSIONS BETWEEN MEDICAL STUDIES Despite their extensive qualifications, even medical researchers can feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of Insights and Data that are gathered around the world in hospitals, labs, and across various studies. No wonder it’s not uncommon for important Insights and Data to get forgotten in the mix. Once again, Machine Learning can help us out. Instead of getting lost in a sea of medical data, ML algorithms can dig deep and find the information medical researchers really need. By efficiently sifting a through vast amounts of medical data, combining certain datasets and providing insights, ML sources ways for treatments to be improved, medicines to be altered, and, as a result, can save lives. And this is only the beginning. As Machine Learning continues to improve we can expect huge advances in the following years, from robotic surgery to automated hospitals and beyond. If you’re an expert in Machine Learning, we may have a job for you. Take a look at our latest opportunities of get in touch with one of our expert consultants to find out more.
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Offset Was Reportedly the Target of a Drive-By Shooting at Atlanta Recording Studio
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Offset was reportedly targeted by a drive-by shooting, according to TMZ. On Wednesday night, Offset was recording at the Crossover Entertainment Group studio in Atlanta when, according to surveillance footage obtained by TMZ, an unknown shooter sprayed the building in bullets while hanging out the passenger side of the car.
The report states that a witness on the scene believes that Offset was the intended target, as he was taking a break outside the studio just before the attack.
When the police arrived, Offset is said to have already left the building. The Atlanta police department issued a statement to Billboard about the incident, read it below.
“On May 8, 2019, at around 9:05 p.m. Atlanta Police responded to 1310 Ellsworth Industrial Pkwy in reference to a call of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the reporting party who advised that while he and others were at the location, occupants of a dark SUV started to shoot towards the building.
The shooting resulted in damage to three vehicles, the building and the window of an apartment in the area. It was initially reported that someone was shot in the leg, but officers were unable to locate a gunshot victim. Investigators are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. One of the reporting parties advised ‘Offset’ had been at the location at the time of the incident. That information has not been verified as ‘Offset’ was not on scene when police arrived. The investigation continues.”
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Germany can keep spending to contend With Covid-19 pandemic, says Angela Merkel
Angela Merkel defended the debt-funded stimulus measures her government undertook this year, saying that the cost of not acting would have been far higher because companies would have gone bust and millions of jobs would be lost.
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German Chancellor Angela Merkel.(AP)
Germany will be able to continue to spend “large sums” next year to contend with the economic fallout from the pandemic, Chancellor Angela Merkel said as the country’s parliament prepares to vote on the federal budget next week.
“We were able to deploy large sums in 2020 and we will be able to do so in 2021 because we have managed our finances well in the past years,” Merkel said. She cited Germany’s ability to avoid building up new borrowing and touted its position as the least-indebted country in the Group of Seven.
Merkel defended the debt-funded stimulus measures her government undertook this year, saying that the cost of not acting would have been far higher because companies would have gone bust and millions of jobs would be lost.
“Of course we cannot maintain this level of support forever and it’s also clear that we will have to work off this exceptional debt from 2023,” Merkel said in her weekly podcast. “We already see enormous budgetary challenges for the coming years.”
Merkel suggested those challenges will have to be shouldered by Germany’s different levels of government, saying federal, state and municipal authorities “have to work together constructively to master the pandemic and its consequences as well as we can.”
The chancellor said she hopes that one or more vaccinations will be available soon, but she damped expectations for a quick end to the coronavirus. “This will not be a question of just a few months, let’s be very realistic,” she said.
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US Navy Tries to Uncover Identities of Baffling Objects Emerging from Water
By Staff Reporter May 15, 2020 08:28 PM EDT
The US Navy had hard to explain encounters while on the waters for months. This includes seeing various sea creatures and sometimes, even unidentified submerged objects (USO).
In 2004, off the coast of San Diego, California, navy Hornets chased after objects that move with uncanny maneuverability, leaving the Navy jets burning afterburners but not getting close. While the jets were busy in the sky, another mystery was happening below the waves. This was almost unnoticed as the water under the waves rumble.
It is a fact since the Second World War that the military forces all over the world have met these uncanny sighting. Most notable is the US forces that have been aware of this activity even launching Project Blue Book [MS1] to find out what gives and the recent declassification has made these odd objects in the sky more noticed.
One of the most common conclusions of the uncanny sightings is the spotting of these objects around water, or underwater. Overall, the physics of these phenomena defies understanding, but conservation choose to reserve any judgement till later.
One of the most intriguing mysteries is the Nimitz Incident, both an unaccountable object spotted in the water. Common to these is how the object behaved unlike any submarine or plane, or even as combination of the two.
The Nimitz Incident
On November 14, 2004 at 9.30 PST, the USS Princeton contacted several navy craft that were loitering around the USS Nimitz. These planes were U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18 Hornet and two U.S. Navy Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornets at the time.
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The Princeton radioed the planes to intersect a contact that detected the signal, but tried to get an E-2C Hawkeye airborne early warning (AEW), but it was too far. These planes went after the coordinates to check the radar contacts. What happened next is one of the oddest incidents in their careers. According to the operator, the weather was excellent with good visibility, blue skies and not cloudy with a calm ocean.
The aircraft neared the location where the Princeton sent them to. Colonel Kurth saw this before he left the coordinates. A circular section of rough water that was 50-100 meters diameter emerged turning back to Nimitz with no radar contact.
What happens next is unthinkable
Looking at the sea, there was an oval-shaped object where the water was churning with foams and waves. The unknown object was as big as Boeing 737 with a smooth seemingly metallic surface. It seems that the wave were breaking under the object. Soon, another object hovered at 50 feet up with dimensions at 30 to 46 feet long and no exterior surface or any jets.
Fravor and Slaight (in the F-18) started to go lower to check the unknown vehicle, but the object went up and copies his flight path in circles. He altered the angle of attack to aim under the object but it sped at fantastic speed in two second only. Next the navy Hornets were in combat air patrol (CAP) rendezvous point to chase it, but the unknown vehicle was 97 Km away in less time. It is faster than the Hornet's top afterburner speed, an impossible feat.
After the Nimitz incident, a group came and got the records soon after. The US Navy declassified a report, but the unidentified submerged object (USO) is a mystery to decipher.
Related article: Pentagon Declassifies Several Videos Capturing 'Unidentified Aerial Phenomena'
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Jim Payne joins Telcordia
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Last week, telecommunications software and services company Telcordia announced the appointment of James F.X. Payne as its senior vice president and general manager of National Security and Cyber Infrastructure, and Advanced Technology Solutions. Respected in the high technology Federal market, Payne will lead the charge on identifying critical issues surrounding the vulnerability and survivability of the nation’s networks at a time when cyber threats and national security issues are at the forefront.
“More dollars are being devoted to cyber infrastructure and security every year yet our vulnerability continues to worsen. This problem must be systematically mitigated through a coordinated architectural design, ” said Payne. “That is a function Telcordia, since its roots as part of the Bell System, has excelled at for decades.”
“The new leadership in Washington has made it quite clear that real progress must be made in keeping America’s communications network safe, secure and adept at sharing critical data across agencies, divisions and department, ” he added.
Payne comes to Telcordia having served on numerous Presidential advisory committees, including serving as chair of the operating committees of President Bush’s National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee (NSTAC), and serving as a strategic industry member on the NTIA Bush Task Force “Interdependency between Telecommunications and Power.” He has received two prestigious Fed 100 awards, and testified numerous times before Congress. Prior to joining Telcordia, Payne served as president of Federal Telecoms at Bechtel National, Inc., and was former senior vice president and general manager of Qwest Communications’ federal government market.
“Telcordia understands the complexity of communication networks and recognizes that, left unaddressed, the threats to our nation and our citizens will continue to grow exponentially, ” said Telcordia Advanced Technology Solutions CTO and president Adam Drobot. “As such, Jim will be dedicated to working with key government officials and organizations on creating a roadmap for a common, interactive architecture through which all government entities can seamlessly share and access mission critical information.”
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ICC World Cup 2019 AUS vs SA Match Preview: Key players and Playing 11 for the Australia vs South Africa ODI
Australia take on South Africa looking to secure top-spot with a victory.
Abhishek Sarkar
Published: Jul 06, 2019 | 09:00:37 IST
Table-toppers Australia take on South Africa on Saturday, July 6, at Old Trafford in a game where they can confirm top spot with a victory, no matter what fate befalls the second placed Indian side in their final outing. The defending champions are in fine fettle and will be considered favourites for this tie, but with the battered South African unit having earned a morale boosting victory against Sri Lanka in the previous round of games, nothing is set in stone yet. A highly anticipated duel between two staunch rivals, this one promises plenty right from the off. Here’s a look at the AUS vs SA playing 11 and the full match preview for Australia vs South Africa World Cup 2019 match:
Predicted Playing 11 for Australia vs South Africa World Cup 2019 Match: Team News
The Australians have enjoyed an outstanding World Cup campaign, winning seven out of their eight games and deservedly hold top spot on the table. The Baggy greens, however, have had their fair number of injury problems across the tournament and most recently saw southpaw Shaun Marsh get ruled out of the rest of the tournament with a fractured forearm after being hit by seamer Pat Cummins in the nets. The Western Australia stalwart will be replaced by wicket-keeper batsman Peter Handscomb, who himself had narrowly missed out on selection to the World Cup squad earlier. All-rounder Glen Maxwell too suffered an injury scare after a similar impact from a Mitchell Stark delivery during net practice, but the explosive right hander was cleared of any serious damage. With qualification in the bag, the Australians may choose to rest the dynamic all-rounder ahead of the semi-finals.
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Veteran all-rounder JP Duminy and enigmatic spinner Imran Tahir are all set to play their last games for the Proteas and the South African contingent will be desperate to give a proper sendoff to two of their leading lights of the last decade. Tahir, who recently became the leading wicket taker for South Africa at the World Cup, currently has 39 wickets to his name at the showpiece event, and the wily old fox will look to rattle the spinner shy Aussies once more, as the curtains fall over an illustrious career.
Australia predicted playing XI: David Warner, Aaron Finch (c), Usman Khawaja, Steve Smith, Peter Handscomb, Marcus Stoinis, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Jason Behrendorff
South Africa predicted playing XI: Hashim Amla, Quinton de Kock (wk), Faf du Plessis (c), Aiden Markram, Rassie van der Dussen, JP Duminy, Andile Phehlukwayo, Dwaine Pretorius, Chris Morris, Kagiso Rabada, Imran Tahir
ICC World Cup 2019 Match 45: AUS vs SA preview
The defending champions have skilfully gone about their business and are top of the points table, with one game left to play. However, with the Indians breathing down their necks, with one solitary point separating the two teams, Aaron Finch’s men will be desperate to get the job done at Manchester and end the group stage in first place. The South Africans gained a morale boosting victory in the last match against Sri Lanka and will look to end their miserable World Cup campaign on a high with a win against their bitter rivals from down under in what is their final game at the ICC World Cup 2019. An intriguing contest in the works, this promises to be a close run affair.
Australia vs South Africa World Cup 2019: Top five players to watch out for
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Letters, January 10, 2014
Anne Edwards
Published: 9:40 AM January 10, 2014 Updated: 8:36 PM October 10, 2020
Don’t grind up the two bears!
Another spat between the elected and their constituents then! From what I have read about the Two Bears Hotel, soon to be consigned to rubble, it has left me both confused and mused.
For the council: If all other “projects” from the YMCA to wedding tents were vetoed by the good people of Cobholm, then why does not comments such as “... Penny Linden, councillor for Southtown and Cobholm ward, said she had received email objections to the new plans from as far afield as Australia...” (source: S Russell GYM 28/12/13) not have a similar effect in stopping this project?
For the people: Expectation and reality of “...Locals said that they were not opposed to a new use, but wanted the facade preserved...”, an expensive expectation when the reality would not fit the purse of any such project.
Don’t grind bruin up or put them on eBay. Perhaps someone can find them a home and swell the public coffers to resolve the Gorleston White Lion steps legal wrangle?
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Fishing vessel not a success
Could we put the record straight about the Lydia Eva. She was built for Harry J Eastick, son of the better known Harry F Eastick. In a book on the Yarmouth herring fishery, the writer said the only thing she managed to do was send her owner bankrupt.
As a fishing vessel she was not a success due to a design fault however one of the reasons she is still with us is that very fact. In the 1960s she was sent to the Tyne to have a new boiler fitted, had she been a commercial fishing vessel with a sound hull all her steam machinery would have been stripped out and a diesel engine fitted as happened to several steam drifters such as the Wilson Line.
When at navigation school in Lowestoft I saw several of these conversions being carried out by Richards shipbuilders. On the death of Harry F Eastick, Harry J Eastick managed the ships on behalf of his mother. The fact that the Lydia Eva ended up owned by the government is the reason we still have an example of an original steam drifter now in full working order, thanks to the efforts of local people and the volunteers who show people round and maintain the ship.
It is an odd fact that several of the preserved vessels were oddball, such as the wherry Albion which was the only carvel (planks edge to edge) built, unlike the other wherrys that were clinker built, overlapping planks.
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Hands off open green spaces
“Beaco might host school PE”, Mercury January 3. Sounds quite innocuous doesn’t it? But then one reads phrases such as “enhanced school campus” and the existing playing field being “more distant” - 500 yards to be precise.
My understanding is that schools, colleges and sporting clubs pay the borough council for the use of its facilities - a perfectly workable arrangement. Under this arrangement Yarmouth High already avails itself of the Wellesley, the Beaco and other facilities in the borough
The school itself is being a little disingenuous here. Barnard Bridge is not just a single field but a sizeable area where many activities can go on at the same time, as anyone who has been involved in football tournaments there will attest. And “supervisory challenges”, well that’s for the school to sort out itself surely?
A local hotel had designs on part of the Beaconsfield for parking not so long ago and it would appear that this whole business is in there with selling off the Outer Harbour and getting rid of the tennis courts - something which is incidentally going on right now.
Yarmouth is blessed with fine open spaces which are centrally located and the envy of many similar sized towns. St George’s Park, the Wellesley and the Beaco would be hard to match anywhere. They are there for perpetuity, so hands off.
Oh, and by the way, why is an increase in student numbers always seen as a bad thing? Yarmouth High’s is to go from 900 to 1,400 within five years. I am not sure how many thousand pounds they get for each student, but perhaps some of the money could be used to employ bouncers along that notorious 500 yard stretch with its ‘supervisory challenges’.
MIKE SPRAGG
Collingwood Road,
Dog fouling capital of UK?
Has Great Yarmouth become the dog fouling capital of the UK? The roads and alleyways running parallel to Northgate Street and the roads and alleyways of Beaconsfield, Salisbury and Hamilton Roads in Newtown are particularly bad. It is virtually impossible to walk in these areas without having to side-step inconsiderate dog owner’s pet’s fouling.
What is Councillor Val Pettit, who is responsible for the environment, going to do about this ever increasing problem? The paltry £80 fines and costs imposed by magistrates when a miscreant is prosecuted appears to have little or no effect on the rest of the foulers.
May I suggest that those sentenced to Community Service be employed to patrol the town and utilise their mobile phone cameras to photograph the Irresponsible dog owners. These photographs can then be printed and the miscreants brought to book and where possible maximum fines imposed.
Wait for the civil liberty crowd to complain about this infringement of the dog fouler’s civil liberties.
A constructive answer from Councillor Pettit, to well over 90pc of the town’s population, is eagerly and possibly hopefully, awaited.
Councils facing yet more cuts
The MP’s column last week was upbeat and it is obviously good news the economy is recovering. I am not sure how far this will affect for the average borough resident with below average incomes, low education achievement and life expectancy.
Local councils face further huge cuts which will take money out of the local economy and force job cuts.
Income tax cuts of £750 are helpful if you are working but do they match the cost of living increases. Hard luck if you are caught by the granny tax. Brilliant if you are rich with massive tax cuts. I wonder how far tax evasion is being pursued.
Welfare benefits certainly need reform but need to be done with compassion to avoid reports of misery. Why was the bedroom tax not phased in? Housing benefit could be cut by a programme of publicly owned housing rather than feeding the pockets of private landlords.
The growth of food banks is appalling in a modern society, what is wrong?. Would it not be better to have a job creation programme rather than paying benefits? 2700 unemployed in the area need more help.
Whilst it was good to see action on energy prices, we still face increases. I have heard nothing from my supplier and I am sure they will take the opportunity to increase their profits by not passing on the changes. Why is there not a publicly owned energy company so prices can be compared without the profit guzzzlers? Why did they fail so miserably to get power restored to areas hit by cuts?
Hard luck if you are a regular rail user as the unregulated fares soar. Supposedly to fund investment, but where on our lines?
Will the borough and other agencies get enough help with recent floods and for future protection? Why cut the Environmental Agency staff when floods and coastal problems seem to multiply?
Are delays for ambulances and A& E really what we want? Four hour waits in A& E is ridiculous.
No doubt MPs will continue to pontificate in their cloistered world with high salaries, expenses and subsidised meals with a massive increase proposed for 2015 while ordinary folk struggle to cope.
Victoria Street,
Caister on Sea
Hydra-Rig letter jolly confusing
Re the letter in last week’s Mercury from Mr Aulert, which was jolly confusing as in the Mercury and EDP a fortnight ago it was Mr Aulert who stated very clearly Hydra-Rig was a heavy engineering company. He stated it had taken considerable bargaining to be accepted on the Beacon Park because his company was more heavy industry.
Mr Aulert states when the firm acquired the park site it was the only available building in the borough. Correct me if I am wrong, but at the rear of Eastport UK’s office there is office space, warehouse space, and well over two acres of yard space. Also there is a very large warehouse with river frontage. And on the South Denes there is council-owned property as well as private and port-owned sites, all in the heavy industrial area and all with the same benefits as Beacon Park.
I will gladly accept Mr Aulert’s invitation to visit Hydra-Rig’s site if only to clarify the confused explanation of the firm’s role in engineering. The borough should be grateful for the employment opportunities Hydra-Rig is providing. Though to safeguard these jobs we have to know now if heavy engineering work is to be carried out to save having any problems between the company and residents at a later date.
JOHN L COOPER
Burnt Lane
It’s Hemefbei in Domesday Book
In reply to Peggy Sutton’s enquiry as to when the pronunciation of Hemsby changed. I cannot give an answer to this but according to my Pocket Reference Dictionary of English Place Names, (Andrew M Currie Tiger Books International 1994) the derivation of Hemsby’s name is listed as “Probably ‘Hemer’s Farm’. Hemer (Old Danish personal name); by (Old Danish) farmstead. I was told in Denmark that they pronounced the ‘by’ as ‘bu’
The village is listed in the Domesday Book as ‘Hemefbei’ but of course the f was read as an s. The data was collected in 1086 for use by a Norman Frenchman who had just usurped the English Throne and wished to defend his ill gotten gains by taxing the local population not caring for their feelings or sensibilities.
In the monumental work An Essay Towards a Topographical History of the County of Norfolk, published in 1810 it is spelled as ‘Hemesby’. It seems to have been written as Hemsby in the books I have available to me for much of the 19th and 20th century but I recall a porter on the railway station which closed in 1959, yelling out ‘Hemesby’ for the benefit of the passengers.
I have heard it suggested that the strange of spelling of village names began when signposts were being erected for the first time. The first sign writers did not know how to spell the more obscure places so they went to the Domesday Book and used that as their dictionary. Thus we have the odd spelling of place names which is very different from that which people have used for centuries.
Thus we have Happisburgh pronounced as Hays Borough, Wymondham pronounced as Windham among many others. My favourite is the village of Hautbois near Coltishall, which in French means ‘high woods’, but rude Norfolk peasants changed this over the years and now call it Hobbis.
Regarding the pronunciation of Horsey; on reading my letter to the Mercury on the subject I was told an old Norfolk man that true locals pronounce it ‘Horse a’. He can claim to have the most correct pronunciation as the village was said to be named after the second of the two Germanic invaders of England Hengist and Horsa.
ANDREW FAKES
Lawn Avenue,
Bradwell lights are on, and on
I wonder how much money could be saved if the street lights in and around Bradwell were sorted? There are so many which are on 24/7 and have been for a long time. It would only take one person to venture out of their warm office, maybe into a warm car, and take note of the money which is wasted, and maybe do something about it. At the end of the day it’s not rocket science.
C A BALLS
Award came as a big surprise
May I say a very big thank you to everyone who supported and helped me in getting the British Empire Medal in the New Year’s Honours list.
It came as a big surprise and it is with great pleasure that I accept this award not only for myself but also on behalf of my family, the bowls committee and all who have given their support to the Great Yarmouth Festival of Bowls, plus all who have given their support and time in fundraising for local charities.
DEREK WEBSTER
Lichfield Road,
Lovely memories of Two Bears
Such a shame to hear of the plan to pull down the Two Bears. My husband and I had our wedding reception there in 1967; such a lovely place, we have many happy memories of times spent there. We had my nanny and grandad’s party there for their 60th wedding anniversary as well.
It is such a lovely building to be pulled down - and for what? A great big eyesore as you go into Cobholm.
I am sure the residents of Cobholm will in time wish they had gone along with the plans for a marquee application and the Two Bears would have still stood in all its glory. Don’t we have enough empty shops and buildings in Yarmouth now for firms to take these on instead of building more. Such a shame to see such a lovely building disappearing forever.
Mrs P HEWITT
Poplar Drive,
Filby
Help me with Cantley history?
I am now researching for my next local history book which will be about the villages and parishes of Cantley with Limpenhoe and Southwood. Any readers with old photographs and stories, which are invaluable for local history, and who would like to contribute them for the book should please contact me either by telephone on 01508 492239 or by email at paul.sheila844@btinternet.com
SHEILA HUTCHINSON
Beaco use is opportunity
I should like to thank the Mercury for their prominent coverage: “Beaco might host school PE” (January 3). Although at the early stages of negotiations between the various partners – county and borough councils, High School and Grammar School Foundation - a successful conclusion to such discussions will be absolutely critical to being able to provide the additional secondary school places envisaged as necessary to meet demand in Yarmouth in five years time.
Great Yarmouth High School is the only high school in the town itself and has a capacity of less than 1,000 which cannot be increased on its present landlocked site. We urgently need 1,400 places or else over 400 Yarmouth families will find their youngsters being transported elsewhere for their secondary education. That would be a totally unsatisfactory prospect for local parents.
A land exchange between the borough council and the school would enable the school to develop a truly outstanding campus whilst safeguarding community use of the Beaconsfield outside of school hours.
This could enable the closure of part of the seaward end of Beaconsfield Road to allow the current roadway and curtilage to be the site of new building to enable the school to grow and improve its facilities.
The acquisition by the borough council of the school’s present Barnard Bridge playing field would provide public recreation space in the Yarmouth North ward which currently doesn’t boast such a facility.
As local ward councillor I have long favoured this initiative. During the period of Conservative control of both borough and county councils there was an abortive attempt to progress something along these lines but it foundered because of the perceived anxieties of the local cricket and football clubs about potential loss of what are premier local facilities.
I should like to take this opportunity to reassure all concerned that the Fields in Trust designation will protect community use of this facility in perpetuity and that protecting the football pitches and cricket squares will be part and parcel of any agreements reached.
Yarmouth youngsters deserve nothing less.
MICK CASTLE
Cabinet Member for Schools
Norfolk County Councillor
Main parties fail social housing
The Labour Party has absolutely no right to claim that it will do everything it can to scrap the bedroom tax after the vote which happened late last year saw dozens of Labour MPs fail to turn up at a crucial House of Commons vote.
Their failure meant a vote was eventually won by the coalition by a mere 26 votes. Had those Labour MPs turned up, it would have been overturned.
I really hope people will see the hypocrisy of any Labour politician who campaigns saying Labour have done everything they can to overturn the law, after all it is years of Labour and Conservative Governments who have failed to increase council housing stock who have left social housing in such a mess.,
SEAN HOWLETT
Gorleston lights also on, and on
Just to let you know it is not just Great Yarmouth that has a problem with lights being left on and streets with no lights - Gorleston is just as bad. I have been in touch with the borough council re these, and had a reply to say Norfolk County Council is going round to have a look at the problem areas.
On the question of lights left on, they reckon that there is no extra cost to the council for these lights, so they must have a good tariff which allows extra usage. Perhaps we can all get on that one!
MALCOLM PAGE
Pardon me your Majesty, please!
I was interested to read the article regarding the sale of the waxwork figures from the House of Wax.
It reminded me of the day I was asked to value some of the antique items dotted around the show. All went well until I got to a figure of Queen Victoria, her foot on a carved walnut stool.
I knocked the foot and then, to my embarrassment, I apologised to the Queen. Happy days.
MALCOLM FERROW
Graveyard is a sanctuary
Once again Ludham village saw in the new year with its disgraceful firework display in the graveyard of St Catherine’s Church organised by Ludham Parish Council and once again paid for by the Womack Trust, a local registered charity. Being so disrespectful to the dead and local families with loved ones at rest in the graveyard could hardly be described as a charitable act.
Easter weekend will see more abuse of St Catherine’s graveyard with the annual Easter egg hunt and the parachuting of real eggs from the church tower into the graveyard.
It is time the parish council realised the graveyard is a sanctuary for the dead and the bereaved, not a playground.
ROBERT B DAVISON
Malthouse Farmhouse
Ludham
Hemsby’s ‘e’ given to Cley!
Following on from recent letters concerning the pronunciation of Horsey, eureka, I have found the missing ‘e’ from Hemesby aka Hemsby - it’s been given to Cly aka Cley. Derivative of Klie Anglo-Saxon Clæg “clay”,
PEGGY SUTTON
I was in the Sea Cadets in 1930s
I was interested to read of the Great Yarmouth Sea Cadets which used the Unitarian Church as an ex member of the Great Yarmouth British Sailors Society Sea Cadets under the auspices of Mr Jones. He was the local Seafarers chaplain and had a hostel and church on Mariners Road where now stands a motor car wheel store.
We used to meet in a hall in a row opposite St Peter’s Pave row where we used to drill, learn seamanship and have band practice.
One of the instructors was a Mr Fuller, an ex fisherman and we also had a “whaler” to practice rowing which we used to use on the river Yare. I remember “crabbing” a few times and losing the “stroke”!
This was in the 1930s and I cannot recall any other Sea Cadet unit. I used to see Mr Kaufman riding his bicycle along Southtown Road and some of my elder friends used to play in his football team, the Unitarians.
E R STANNARD
Audley Street,
How well I was looked after
With many people keen to condemn the National Health Service these days I would like to say how well I was looked after recently in ward 6 of the James Paget Hospital. Although always extremely busy, everyone was kind and caring and happy to help in any way.
I would like, therefore, to sincerely thank everyone involved in helping me through a very difficult time and also my many friends and family for their continued support and good wishes.
LINDA BOWMAN
Glad Yarmouth is my home town
Like, I suspect, many “incomers” to Great Yarmouth in recent years, we chose to come here to live and work. In fact I came here after applying for a job I saw advertised in a trade magazine. I love living in Great Yarmouth - and yes, I live in the town and not in one of the villages.
None of my family claims benefits, and we pay our mortgage and bills on time and shop locally as much as possible.
One thing I have enjoyed since moving to Yarmouth is the fact I rarely use a car, instead we all rely on public transport most of the time.
It is such a shame then that we, as newcomers, can appreciate the loss of green spaces and fine buildings which you can still see play a large part in people’s lives and memories.
The Two Bears is a fine example and I remember Mr T’s in Southtown Road, what a lovely building that was. I also bemoan the loss of the rail station near the Two Bears although I never saw it. Blame Dr Beeching!
Yes, the railway station near Asda needs an uplift as do many other areas but I feel lucky and honoured to live here, and have made many friends. I wouldn’t live anywhere else!
B ROBERTS
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We have also decided to recognise the Most Improved Retailer since the last Guide was published in 2015. This year that award goes to AGL, which jumped up the rankings thanks to its public support for decarbonising the energy sector, investments in new renewables, support for local energy initiatives and corporate sustainability efforts.
We also commend AGL for standing up to federal government bullying to try to keep Liddell power station open past 2022. However, AGL remains Australia’s biggest carbon polluter, and we think it should be doing more, especially by committing to close down all its inefficient, unreliable old coal power stations by 2030 – not as late as 2050.
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Melbourne-based Australian retail arm of New Zealand-based public company Meridian Energy. In Australia, Meridian owns two wind farms and has announced the acquisition of several hydro power plants in NSW. It also has large contracts to buy power from solar and wind farms in Victoria and NSW. Powershop currently supplies over 100,000 customers in Victoria, NSW and South-East Queensland and has developed innovative ways to market to consumers and to communicate with them.
Owns only renewable assets (via parent company), with emissions intensity close to zero
Strong public position against investing in fossil fuels
Does not have contracts to buy energy from fossil fuel power stations
Involved in and supportive of local energy trading, demand response and community energy projects
Higher than average GreenPower price
Criteria Scores
EE and DR/DM*
Note that these are the raw scores out of 10 for each sub‐criterion, which are then weighted to produce the element scores and final overall score (see Fact Sheet)
* Energy Efficiency & Demand Response/Management
Privately owned, Melbourne-based retailer selling energy in Victoria, NSW, ACT, Southeast Queensland and South Australia. Diamond owns biogas power plants and over a thousand rooftop solar installations. The first retailer to offer an export tariff for home batteries.
Owns only renewable assets, with zero emissions intensity
Supports local energy trading and offers specific tariffs for solar battery exports
Is not involved in demand management/response programs and does not offer carbon offsets (apart from GreenPower)
New, small, privately Australian owned retailer based in Melbourne. Currently operating in NSW and Southeast Queensland with plans to begin operating in Victoria and South Australia shortly. Has an innovative pricing model based on a fixed service charge with no profit margin on variable energy charges. Partners with Australian organisations to invest half its profits in local charities and community energy projects.
Supportive of community energy projects and local energy trading
Solar export price(s) above state average(s) and provides equitable solar offers
Does not promote energy efficiency and is not involved in demand management/response programs
New, small, community owned retailer based in the Northern Rivers of NSW. Currently has around 5,000 customers in rural and regional NSW, with plans to expand shortly. Supports community energy projects and is committed to returning 50% of profits to the NSW community.
Supports community energy projects and has a carbon offset program (in addition to GreenPower)
Has a high proportion of GreenPower sales
Is not involved in demand management/response programs
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Publicly listed company and Australia’s second largest electricity retailer with 3.6 million customers. Sells electricity in the eastern mainland states and South Australia. Claims to be the largest ASX-listed owner, operator and developer of renewable energy generation in Australia. However, it is also the largest fossil fuel generator and is therefore Australia’s largest carbon polluter.
AGL is the Guide’s Most Improved retailer for 2018 given the increase in its underlying score compared with 2015. This has occurred on the back of recent investments in wind and solar farms, support for a virtual power plant trial, and public commitments to close all existing conventional coal-fired plants by 2050. AGL has also resisted federal government pressure to keep the highly polluting and unreliable Liddell coal power station in NSW open beyond 2022.
Strong public position against future investments in fossil fuels
Comprehensive and accessible energy efficiency products and involvement in demand management/response programs
Offers carbon offsets (other than GreenPower)
Penalised by EPA NSW for pollution
Extensive current investments in CSG and coal power stations, with emissions intensity above NEM average
Publicly listed company and Australia’s biggest electricity retailer. Sells electricity in the eastern mainland states and South Australia. Owns one large black coal and several gas ‘peaking’ plants and pumped hydro. It has more than 700 MW of renewable energy in its portfolio, and will add 350 MW of new solar farms this year, with the aim of one-quarter of its generation being from renewable sources by 2020. Origin has committed to a company-wide 50 per cent reduction in carbon emissions by 2032 including exiting its coal investments and net zero emissions by 2050. Meanwhile Origin is the fourth biggest greenhouse polluter in Australia.
It is also expanding its coal seam gas operations in Queensland and is pursuing shale and tight gas exploration and operations in the Northern Territory.
Comprehensive and accessible energy efficiency products and involvement in demand management/ response programs
Supports local energy (P2P) trading
Publicly supports mining and generation of energy from coal seam gas (CSG)
Owned by Hydro Tasmania, which is in turn owned by the Government of Tasmania. Momentum directly owns five cogeneration plants in Victorian hospitals. As well as hydro power stations, Hydro Tasmania owns two large gas plants. It has built a Hybrid Energy Hub on King Island and part-owns Woolnorth wind farm. Sells energy in NSW, Victoria and South Australia.
Owns mostly renewable assets (via parent company), with emissions intensity close to zero
Strong public position against investing in fossil fuel
Does not offer carbon offset (apart from GreenPower)
Has been fined for ‘greenwashing”
Now owned by Snowy Hydro, so (like Lumo Energy) effectively it will soon be owned solely by the Commonwealth Government. Snowy Hydro owns large hydro power stations but also two gas peaking plants. Sells energy in the eastern mainland states and South Australia.
Offers a lower than average price for GreenPower
No current investments in coal or CSG, but no public position against them
Has energy efficiency information on website but should be made more accessible
No involvement in demand management/ response programs, community energy project or P2P trading
Foreign-owned private company and third largest electricity retailer in Australia. Owns coal plants in Victoria and NSW, gas plants in South Australia and NSW and a wind farm in SA. It invested heavily in renewables in 2017 but is still the second biggest carbon polluter in Australia, with the highest emissions intensity of the big three retailers. It has the least ambitious decarbonisation goals of the big three. Sells energy in the eastern mainland states and South Australia.
Solar export price(s) mostly above state average(s) and provides equitable solar offers
Not clearly opposed to coal or CGS
Investments in coal power stations, with emissions intensity above NEM average
Now owned by Snowy Hydro, so (like Red Energy) effectively it will soon be owned solely by the Commonwealth Government. Snowy Hydro owns large hydro power stations but also two gas peaking plants. Has over half a million customers. Sells energy in the eastern mainland states and South Australia.
Owns mostly renewable energy generation assets (via parent company), with emissions intensity close to zero
Offers equitable solar offers
No involvement in demand management/response programs, community energy projects or local energy trading
Subsidiary of AGL selling electricity to customers in NSW, Queensland, South Australia and Victoria. Has mostly business customers. Does not own any power stations. Where no separate data is available it is treated as the same as AGL, so info below only shows results where they differ from AGL’s.
Strong public position against future investments in fossil fuels (via parent company)
Offers equitable solar offers but export rate is lower than average in most states
Does not support P2P trading, community energy projects and is not involved in demand management/ response programs
Investments in coal power stations (parent company), with emissions intensity above NEM average
Wholly owned by the Tasmanian Government, and is the only retailer in that state. Does not own any power stations itself. As well as hydro power stations, Hydro Tasmania owns two large gas plants. It has built a Hybrid Energy Hub on King Island and part-owns Woolnorth wind farm.
Solar export price(s) below NEM average but provides equitable solar offers
Does not support local energy trading, community energy projects and is not involved in demand management/response programs
Position on coal and CSG is not known
Owned by the government of Western Australia. Services about 100,000 homes and 10,000 businesses in regional and remote areas of the state not served by the south-west grid. Active in tariff reform and developing renewable energy microgrids.
Solar export price(s) above NEM average and provides equitable solar offers
Does not offer GreenPower or other carbon offsets
Does own generation assets but emission intensity unknown
Position on coal and CGS is not known
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Jointly owned by Icon Water (formerly ACTEW Water, owned by the ACT Government,) and AGL Energy via subsidiary companies. Only operates in the ACT and nearby areas of NSW. Does not own power stations of its own, but parent company AGL does. See AGL for more details.
Privately owned, part of the M2 Group. Does not own any power stations. Retails in Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia and Queensland.
Wholly owned by the Northern Territory Government and the sole electricity retailer in the Territory, with over 80,000 customers. The NT Government owns a number of power stations, almost all of them using fossil fuels.
Offers comprehensive energy efficiency information
No public position on fossil fuels
Retail arm of Queensland regional and rural electricity network. Owned by the Queensland Government. Services around 700,000 customers outside the southeast of the state. For many people living in these areas Ergon is the only electricity retailer option. It owns one medium size gas fired power station and 33 smaller stand-alone power stations in remote areas. Most are diesel fuelled or hybrids, but they also include relatively small solar PV, concentrated solar, geothermal and wind plants.
Comprehensive and accessible energy efficiency products and information
Has a higher than average price for GreenPower and the proportion of GreenPower sales is not known
No involvement in demand management/response programs, community energy project or P2P trading
Tango Energy is the new name for the retail arm of Pacific Hydro, a foreign-owned private company also operating in South America. Mostly a generator with small retail operations in Victoria only. Owns seven wind farms and several hydro plants.
Owns mostly renewable assets, with emissions intensity close to zero
Solar export price lower than state average but provides equitable solar offers
Parent company’s investments in fossil fuels and policy positions unknown
Does not promote energy efficiency or engage in demand management/ response programs
Small, privately owned offshoot of telco Vocus Communications. Specialises in bundling electricity with phone plans. No generation assets. Operates in NSW, Victoria and South Australia.
Owned by Engie (formerly GDF Suez of France), one of the largest energy companies in the world. Services about 500,000 customers in NSW, ACT, Queensland, Victoria and South Australia. Engie owns and operates about 1,000 MW of wind and gas-fired generating plants in Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia.
Comprehensive energy efficiency information (on website)
Parent company charged for breaching workplace safety and putting community at risk
Investments in coal power stations (via parent company), result in 2016/17 emissions intensity well above NEM average
Decarboniation
Small private company retailing in Victoria, NSW, Southeast Queensland and South Australia. Recently bought by the Amaysim Group but run separately. Does not own any power stations. Promotes itself as a 100% online retailer.
Solar export price(s) above state average(s) but the solar offers are not equitable
Complies with Renewable Energy Target requirements
Provides energy efficiency information (on website)
Position on fossil fuels unknown
Impossible to calculate GreenPower price and the GreenPower proportion of sales is not known
Small, new, private company currently operating in NSW and Southeast Queensland. Does not own any power stations.
Small private company retailing in Victoria, NSW, Southeast Queensland and South Australia. Does not own any power stations.
Energy arm of telco retailer. Operates in Victoria, NSW, Southeast Queensland and South Australia. Does not own any power stations.
Owned by the Western Australian Government, and the sole retailer for more than 1 million customers in the southwest of the state. Owns coal and gas fired power stations, wind farms, a solar farm and hybrid plants. Part-owns a cogeneration facility. Involved in Australia’s first community energy storage trial.
Does not clearly offer a price for solar export (Feed-in-Tariff)
Impossible to calculate GreenPower price and GreenPower proportion of sales is unknown
Private company owned by US-based company TPG Capital. Supplies electricity and gas to over 700,000 customers in NSW, Queensland, South Australia and Victoria. Owns gas plants in several states. Closed its two coal fired power stations at Port Augusta in 2016 but bought the brown coal Loy Yang B power station in 2017. Has acquired the development rights to a ~500MW renewable energy project pipeline.
Produces a Sustainability Report
Does not have a position on fossil fuels and has recently purchased a coal fired power station
Did not comply with Renewable Energy Target requirements in 2016
Small private company retailing in Victoria. Does not own any power stations.
Solar export price(s) above state average
Does not have a position on fossil fuels
Solar export price(s) below state average but provides equitable solar offers
Small retailer owned by Tel.Pacific. Operates in NSW and Victoria. Does not own any power stations.
Does not clearly offer a price for solar export/feed-in-tariff
New, small private company retailing in Victoria, NSW and Southeast Queensland. Does not own any power stations.
Electricity in the ACT
The ACT market is heavily dominated by ActewAGL. There are currently no companies that are ranked ‘green’ by this guide retailing electricity in the ACT.
The current ACT government has the most progressive climate change and renewable energy policies in Australia, including an ambition for the government to generate 90 per cent of the electricity it consumes from renewable sources by 2020.This target will apply to all retailers operating in the ACT.
Electricity in NSW
NSW is the largest electricity market in Australia. Although it is officially deregulated, it has poor retail competition, with Origin,AGL and EnergyAustralia controlling nearly 90 per cent of the market.These three giants actively undermined Australia’s Renewable Energy Target and have low levels of investment in renewables.
The highest ranked retailers currently operating in NSW are Powershop and Diamond Energy.
There are particular issues for NSW customers in relation to coal seam gas (AGL has controversial CSG operations in Western Sydney and plans for a larger project at Gloucester).The NSW Government also now allows the burning of native forest byproducts for electricity generation, although we are not aware that this is currently being done.
Electricity in the NT
The NT is not connected to the ‘national’ grid, but has numerous small grids servicing Darwin and larger towns, as well as stand alone power stations servicing isolated communities. Most electricity generation in the NT is owned by the government, and very little of it is from renewable energy sources.
There is only one retailer in the NT, Jacana Energy. It is owned by the NT government and was split from the NT Power and Water Corporation in May 2014. Jacana scores poorly in this ranking because it has almost no investment in renewable energy and does not offer a GreenPower product. However, it offers the highest single solar feed-in tariff in Australia.
Electricity in QLD
Queensland’s electricity is generated mostly from coal and gas, with increasing amounts of coal seam gas in the south-east.
The retail market is dominated by three companies: Origin and AGL in the southeast, with the government owned Ergon Energy servicing other areas of the state.
Diamond Energy is the only ‘green’ ranked company retailing in QLD. However, Click Energy offers attractive feed in tariff for solar PV owners, but overall bills may be higher.With abundant sunshine and decreasing costs of installation, south-east Queensland households have the highest uptake of solar PV systems in Australia.
Electricity in South Australia
South Australia has two coal-fired power stations, several gas-fired plants, and at least 15 wind farms. One coal-fired power station has been mothballed and the other is only partly operating. SA has been the standout state for renewable energy generation in recent years, with wind power now accounting for well over half of the power output on some days.
The state’s retail market is dominated by AGL. For residents of Adelaide and some regional towns, South Australia has relatively good competition for green energy with the highly ranked Diamond Energy and Momentum available. Competition in rural areas is more limited. Due to a public campaign,Alinta is considering replacing its two ageing coal plants at Port Augusta with a solar thermal generator.
Electricity in Tasmania
Except during some peak periods,Tasmania generates almost all of its energy from hydro power stations, and exports some surplus hydropower to Victoria.
There is only one retailer, the government owned Aurora Energy.The retail market was officially deregulated from July 2014, but no other companies have so far applied to retail in Tasmania. Since most of the energy Aurora buys comes from hydro, it rates relatively highly.
Electricity in Victoria
Most energy generated in Victoria is from highly polluting brown coal, so the choice of electricity retailers is especially important for Victorians.
The DirtyThree (Origin, AGL and EnergyAustralia) currently control over 80 per cent of the market. But as the first state to have its electricity market deregulated,Victoria has more competition than any other state and increasingly,Victorians have greater options to shift away from these companies.
Victoria also has the greatest choice of green energy retailers.The two highest ranked retailers in this Guide, Powershop and Diamond Energy, are based in Victoria.Other green options include the mostly hydro companies Momentum Energy and Red Energy.
Electricity in Western Australia
Western Australia is not connected to the ‘national’ grid.There is one grid for the south-west of WA, and numerous other smaller ones in the rest of the state, as well as stand alone power stations servicing isolated communities and mining towns. Electricity generation in WA is dominated by large coal and gas fired power stations and smaller gas and hybrid power stations in isolated towns.
There is no retail competition, with Synergy covering the south-west and Horizon Energy (both owned by the government) covering the rest of the state.
There are no opportunities for WA consumers to choose a green retailer. Instead you can buy GreenPower products along with your normal power contract, and consider other measures to reduce the emissions from your electricity consumption.
Depending on location, some Horizon Power customers also are lucky enough to benefit from the highest feed-in tariffs for solar PV owners in Australia.This reflects the high cost of providing power in these locations.
Electricity in Australia
The “national” electricity grid runs from Port Douglas to Port Lincoln, with interconnectors allowing energy to flow and be traded between states. There are also smaller grids in southwest Western Australia, the Pilbara, Darwin and other isolated towns.
The national electricity market is a complex system of federal and state regulation, with generation and retailing being competitive (in theory) and the networks being monopolies (some private, others government owned). Overall, the Big Three retailers – which also own power stations, mostly fossil-fueled – control about three-quarters of the market.
While the proportions vary between states, your bill consists of payments to generators for the wholesale cost of electricity (the national average being about one-third of the total bill), to networks to transport the energy to your place (just under half) and to retailers for their costs and margins (around 15 percent). Retailers’ contributions to the renewable energy target plus consumers’ contributions to state initiatives make up the remaining 6-7 percent.
While the main driver of higher retail bills in previous years was spending on infrastructure by networks, bill increases over the past two years have been driven by higher wholesale prices. These have been primarily caused not by renewable energy but by increases in the wholesale price of gas (used in peaking plants at times of high demand) and gaming of the spot market by large generators and ‘gentailers’ (retailers which also own large generation portfolios).
We’ve thought about the questions you might have, and tackled them in the frequently asked questions section. We hope they help! If you’ve got a question we haven’t addressed, please get in touch via the contact form.
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‘Largest Ever’: Google Announces 1.6GW of Renewables Purchases
Big clean energy announcements from Google and Amazon come a day ahead of planned climate-inspired walkouts at the tech giants.
Emma Foehringer Merchant September 19, 2019
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The 18-deal package covers wind and solar projects across the U.S., Europe and South America.
Google announced a package of renewables deals on Thursday totaling 1,600 megawatts, which the tech behemoth says is the largest corporate renewables purchase in history.
Made up of 18 deals, Google’s projects will be built across the U.S., Europe and in Chile. The company said the purchases will increase its total wind and solar agreements by more than 40 percent.
The ambitious announcement comes just a day ahead of planned walkouts at the company, with hundreds of Google employees expected to join a global, youth-organized “Climate Strike” protesting a lack of action on climate change. Young activists have been striking for climate action for months of Fridays, but the September 20 demonstration is expected to be much larger — in the millions, based on some projections — in the lead-up to a United Nations climate summit in New York starting September 23.
Employees from Google will join others from tech companies such as Amazon and Microsoft, who have also criticized their employers for lackluster climate commitments and ties to fossil fuels.
Amazon, too
Amazon joined Google in dropping a big commitment on Thursday, announcing plans to achieve 100 percent renewable energy by 2030 and net-zero carbon by 2040. In a statement, CEO Jeff Bezos said Amazon was "done being in the middle of the herd on this issue." Recent reporting from Gizmodo suggested Amazon's clean energy plans had "stalled out" while the company courted oil and gas customers for its web services.
Even when companies lock in 100 percent renewables commitments, it can be tricky to quantify their environmental impact. A company's demand for renewables doesn't necessarily shut down fossil fuel plants and encourage building new wind or solar in their place.
Last year, Google said it had already “matched” all of the electricity it consumes to renewable energy, meaning its purchases of renewables met the amount of electricity its global operations consumed. The company also holds itself to the more rigorous standard of “additionality,” which means its demand results in new renewables projects on the grid.* Last year, Google also outlined a goal to acquire enough renewable energy to support its load centers “in all places, at all times.”
“We’re not buying power from existing wind and solar farms, but instead are making long-term purchase commitments that result in the development of new projects,” wrote CEO Sundar Pichai of Google's 1,600-megawatt announcement in a note published Thursday.
Facebook — the largest corporate purchaser of U.S. renewables in 2018 and so far in 2019, according to the Renewable Energy Buyers Alliance — also prioritizes additionality in its renewables purchases.
More than half of the new Google projects are solar, following on a trend of corporate renewables purchasers turning toward offsite solar as a low-cost option. Wood Mackenzie Power & Renewables forecasts solar will overtake wind in the mid-2020s as the go-to choice for offsite corporate renewables purchases.
In the U.S., all of Google's new projects will be solar, with 75 megawatts in South Carolina and 490 megawatts in Texas.
“Up to now, most of our renewable energy purchases in the U.S. have been wind-driven, but the declining cost of solar…has made harnessing the sun increasingly cost-effective,” wrote Pichai.
In addition to its own investments, Google said it will give $500,000 to the Renewable Energy Buyers Alliance, a membership group that helps corporations purchase renewable energy, and €500,000 ($552,932) to RE-Source, a European event that connects corporations with clean energy suppliers.
“These grants will help fund the development of new purchasing models, provide training and resources for consumers and enable more widespread access to clean power,” Pichai’s note states.
*Correction: this article originally incorrectly stated that Google recently began focusing on additionality. The technology company has actually used additionality in its renewables strategy for several years.
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All The Coolest Tech From CES 2017
Christina Warren
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Heading into CES 2017, we had a good idea as to some of the big trends we’d see. And we weren’t totally wrong — Amazon’s Alexa assistant was baked into gadgets everywhere, even in cars! But looking back at all of our coverage, there was plenty we had no idea about. This is the best stuff we saw at CES 2o17.
TVs that seem to disappear
TVs are always a big draw at CES, and this year was no exception. Mercifully, the curved TV gimmick finally looks like it’s on its way out.
In the biggest trend to emerge, Sony, LG and Samsung all moved the core components of their flagship TV sets to outside hardware. In the case of Samsung, all of the ports and brains of its new models are housed in an outside box. Sony built the guts for its top TV into a subwoofer that doubles as a TV stand.
But for my money, the most impressive TV was the new W7 from LG. This OLED TV is just 2.5mm thick — literally thinner than my finger. Everything that actually powers the TV is jammed into a futuristic-looking Dolby Atmos soundbar. I want it.
LG also had a prototype OLED TV that is 40 per cent translucent. I’m not sure if I see the use case quite yet, but anything that brings us closer to Minority Report is good with me.
Honda’s self-balancing motorcycle
Honda showed off its new Riding Assistant technology that keeps your bike balanced when it’s moving at speeds less than 5km/h (like when you’re pulling out of the garage or stopping at a traffic light). The tech will even work when the rider isn’t on board, meaning you never have to worry about your bike falling over on its side ever again.
This is still a concept, so we might never the tech in actual bikes, but it sure does look cool.
Razer’s insane three monitor laptop
Razer showed off a lot of cool gadgets at CES, but the coolest was definitely its prototype of a gaming laptop with THREE 4K displays. That’s right, this beastly laptop has three 17.3-inch displays pushing millions of pixels. It’s one of the coolest things we’ve seen.
Dubbed Project Valerie, the laptop is powered by an Intel Kaby Lake processor and Nvidia’s 1080 graphics card. We just saw a prototype, but Razer says the final version will have the two side monitors slide out of the main monitor, for easy storage.
If this thing does come to market — and that’s a big if — prepare for it to be expensive. But price, weight and the fact that it will inevitably be hot enough to cook food doesn’t even matter. It’s a 12K gaming laptop. Hell yeah.
Razer’s futuristic Project Ariana
Speaking of Razer, the gaming company’s conceptual gaming projector promises to deliver VR-like experience without needing a VR headset.
When pointed at the screen, Project Ariana’s depth-sensing cameras can expand the edges of the TV onto the wall, making your game world more immersive. It can also work with the other lighting products in the room to alter colours across devices, so if a character goes into rage mode, not only does the screen go red, all the lights in your setup go red too.
We won’t see Project Ariana until at LEAST very late 2017, but if it can hit the market, it could be a cool alternative to VR headsets for gamers that want truly immersive experiences. Unfortunately, my Brooklyn living room isn’t big enough for VR, let alone something like this, but I love it anyway.
Super Game Boy is back
The massive success of the NES Classic Edition proves that all of us ageing millennials are obsessed with classic gaming. And what gets more classic than Nintendo’s original Game Boy?
The team at Retro-Bit showed off a brand new, souped-up Game Boy that shares the same form-factor as the original, but packs in so much more. It will play original Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance cartridges. It also has a 10-hour battery life and a shatter-resistant display.
The best part? This little guy is only $US80 ($109)! We can’t wait to get our hands on one and relive playing the original Tetris, Super Mario Land 2 and Link’s Awakening.
LEGO’s new robots
LEGO has had robotic kits for years, but the problem is that the builds always involved a lot of work and some mild coding skills. Granted, it’s a nice way to learn something new, but sometimes you just want to quickly build a robot buddy.
With LEGO Boost, the lazy amongst us can finally build robotic toys. Using a companion app, you just drag and drop different actions to control the robot, rather than having to tediously code in commands.
The kit comes with five different projects, including a cat, a robot, a guitar, a bulldozer and a LEGO stacking machine.
Intel’s Compute Card is so tiny
A few years ago at CES, Intel introduced its Compute Stick, its tiny-arse computer that fits into something about the size of a Chromecast. Now Intel has something even tinier — and potentially more useful — its new Compute Card.
The size and thickness of a few stacked credit cards, the Compute Card packs in a ton of power into the svelte package. You get a Kaby Lake processor, Wi-Fi, memory and storage. The idea is that you can then insert this card into a dumb monitor or other type of dock, and voila, instant computer system.
Intel is hoping it can get a lot of manufacturers on board to support the Compute Card — think everything from kiosks, smart TVs and smart appliances. For TVs especially, this could provide a smart upgrade path for new kinds of apps and processes. Just swap your old Compute Card out with another.
It will be a while before this hits the market. Intel’s first partnership is with the Foxconn-owned Sharp, for giant displays at shopping centres and hotels. But maybe if we’re lucky, one day we’ll be able to just carry our computers with us in our wallets.
Sony’s crazy thin E Ink watch
Despite being a pretty blah year for wearables — mostly because no one is buying smartwatches — Sony still showed an amazing concept for an E Ink smartwatch at CES.
The concept, which was shown under glass, can change design and colour — meaning you can switch up your fashion statement depending on what you’re wearing or your mood. Strikingly, the E Ink display is thinner than a credit card.
If this thing ever does come to market, it might be Japanese only — but it’s such a cool idea, we can’t help but hope the tech makes its way into a proper product eventually.
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Working for a living: What countries have shorter, or longer, work weeks than the US?
Michael B. Sauter, 24/7 Wall Street via USA Today
The amount of time workers spend at the office every week depends a great deal on the industry in which they work. But industry is just one factor determining how long people work; another is the country where they live. In some more affluent nations around the world, the typical workweek for full-time employees is well under 40 hours, but it is close to 50 hours in others.
24/7 Wall St. reviewed data on the typical number of hours worked per week among full-time employees in 37 mostly affluent nations from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. We listed these countries from the shortest typical workweek to the longest.
As might be expected, workplace laws and conventions in the countries with shorter typical workweeks are often more favorable towards workers than laws in countries with longer workweeks. Countries with shorter workweeks also tend to have better overtime compensation and regulations and more favorable parental leave laws. A number of the countries on this list with shorter workweeks also happen to have substantial government-mandated vacation time. These are the countries with the most vacation time.
While some find their work lives fulfilling, countries with shorter workweeks tend to have residents with higher life satisfaction. Leisure time appears to be an important contributing factor to life satisfaction – the countries with longer typical workweeks had lower life satisfaction scores based on the OECD’s annual Life Satisfaction Survey.
Many of the countries with the longest hours worked tend to have especially low minimum wages. Of the five countries with the longest typical work week, three have a minimum wage of less than $3.50. These are the wealthy countries you don’t want to work abroad in.
• Average workweek (full-time employees): 37.2 hours
• Employees who worked over 50 hours/week: 2.3%
• Workforce that is part time: 20.4%
• Unemployment rate: 4.9%
• Avg. annual wages: $55,253
3. Norway
• Average workweek (full-time employees): 38 hours
• Workforce that is part-time: 19.1%
• Workforce that is part-time: 14%
7. Finland
• Unemployment rate: 10%
10. Spain
• Employees who worked over 50 hours/week: 4%
• Unemployment rate: 14.2%
11. Ireland
• Unemployment rate: 5%
12. Luxembourg
13. Lithuania
• Workforce that is part-time: 6.7%
14. Austria
15. Estonia
16. Latvia
17. Slovak Republic
18. Hungary
19. Czech Republic
21. Slovenia
24. Greece
• Employees who worked over 50 hours/week: 11.1%
26. United Kingdom
27. Australia
• Employees who worked over 50 hours/week: 13%
28. Brazil
• Unemployment rate: N/A
• Avg. annual wages: N/A
29. New Zealand
30. Iceland
31. Israel
32. South Africa
33. Chile
34. Turkey
• Workforce that is part-time: 5%
35. Mexico
36. Costa Rica
• Employees who worked over 50 hours/week: N/A
37. Colombia
To determine how long the average workweek is around the world, 24/7 Wall St. analyzed data on the average hours usually worked among dependent employees in 2018 from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. Data on the percentage of dependent employees who work part-time -- less than 30 hours a week -- also came from the OECD and is for 2018. Additional data listed is all from the OECD and is for the most recent period available. All figures are annual except for unemployment figures, which are quarterly. All data on employee hours and part-time work are for dependent employees, meaning it does not include self-employed workers.
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How Prime Brokerage Will Affect Crypto Markets
Prime brokerage firms are coming for crypto in what’s likely to be a race of winner-takes-almost-all. Goldman Sachs is synonymous with institutional wealth and power, even to those who’ve never purchased a financial product in their life. Like the eponymous tower it occupies in Jersey City, Goldman Sachs dominates the prime brokerage trade. What will happen when crypto gains its own Goldman Sachs – an institutional investment company whose AUM grant it unprecedented sway?
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Prime Brokerage Is Coming for Crypto
Prime brokerage is a term that’s synonymous with financial markets, but never with crypto. Used to describe the sort of bundled services that investment banks offer, it has little application to the cryptosphere, because there are no bitcoin investment banks. At least not in the traditional sense. For all its innovation, however, crypto has a habit of borrowing from the world it was meant to have deviated from. Think custodial services for cold storage of digital assets, which evoke banks with their dusty vaults and safety deposit boxes; or consider annualized interest from defi platforms that mirrors that once offered by personal savings accounts. The more things change, the more they stay the same.
It should come as no surprise, therefore, to learn that HNW individuals will soon have their own all-in-one firms willing to manage their wealth across a range of verticals, altcoins, blockchains, and sectors. If you’re willing to trust a third party to custody your crypto – as many investors are – you might as well trust them to invest your assets into the bargain, putting them to use in a manner that will generate the best return. It’s a world away from the financially sovereign one that Satoshi and Hal Finney envisaged, but then a lot has changed in Bitcoin in a decade.
Goldman Sachs Tower, Jersey City (left).
The Quest to Become the Goldman Sachs of Crypto
Troy Trade is one company eyeing the lucrative prime brokerage market, with the sort of all-in-one service that will be familiar to traditional investors: institutional-grade trading, including margin and OTC, together with quant strategies, and a suite of dynamic data tools. Having secured $ 10 million in funding from the likes of Block VC and Consensus Labs, Troy is now promising institutional investors direct market access to all tier-one exchanges such as Binance, Huobi, and Bitfinex.
Newcomers such as Troy will face competition from several of the same exchanges whose liquidity they’re tapping into. In the last two years, virtually every major U.S. and global exchange has courted institutional investors through laying on services such as custody and OTC, and slashing trading fees for high volume traders. Binance and Huobi have made significant headway in provisioning turnkey services tailored to the needs of institutional investors, but have struggled to shed their reputation as retail trading venues. It’s one thing to offer a suite of services under one roof; it’s another to successfully be all things to all people simultaneously, as the needs of distinct investor groups are very different.
What Institutional Investors Are Looking For
In crypto, as in traditional finance, institutional investors are seeking certain provisions before they’ll bring their money, and that of their clients, to the table. These include:
Deep liquidity
Advanced trading interface
Sophisticated data analytics
High speed order execution
Competitive rates and trading fees
Wide range of quantitative solutions
This latter caveat is particularly important, as institutional traders demand more comprehensive and sophisticated datasets from which to base their trading decisions. This includes detailed historical data, plus tools to facilitate the construction of proprietary trading systems. In addition, low latency, to maximize the performance of high frequency trading algorithms, is a must.
Looking around the cryptosphere, there aren’t many companies that can meet these sorts of demands. When reputable exchanges such as Kraken are experiencing $ 4,000 wicks, like the example below, it’s safe to say that institutional-grade liquidity still isn’t there, or at the very least, it’s beyond the reach of any single exchange right now.
Holy shit at Kraken.
This is the biggest holy cross yet.
Wick from $ 8000 – $ 12000 pic.twitter.com/xHoji6PWHx
— Squeeze (@cryptoSqueeze) September 14, 2019
Candles of this extremity are unusual, it’s true, but their very existence shows that the cryptosphere still has work to do before it can open for business to the big boys. Combining the liquidity of multiple exchanges, as brokerage services such as Troy Trade, Tagomi, and Caspian are doing, is a start, but institutional demands run deeper. What they’re really seeking is a prime broker they can trust, and that’s something which can’t be bought or acquired by plugging in to the trust of others. It will take time and flawless service for any of the emerging institutional brokers to become crypto’s own Goldman Sachs. Until then, expect to see intense competition among crypto brokers and established exchanges to woo Wall Street.
What Prime Brokerage Will Do for Crypto
The rise of prime brokerage firms may be good for institutional investors, but what will it mean for the rest of the market?
Lower volatility: When Cboe and CME launched BTC futures in late 2017, the talk was of big money “taming” bitcoin, but as history has shown, bitcoin doesn’t like being told what to do. As more money enters the market from institutional coffers, some of the intra-day moves should be flattened out, but lower volatility should not be mistaken for low volatility. This bronco will still buck.
Greater protection: Bitcoin, to all practical intents and purposes, cannot be killed. As such, it doesn’t need institutional investors to park their wealth in it to prevent the U.S. government from overregulating it. That said, the deeper crypto roots itself into the financial system, the harder it will be to weed out. By the time it’s a trillion-dollar asset class, the Federal Reserve and the IMF can bump their gums all they like – crypto won’t be going anywhere.
New products: Why trade an asset when you can trade derivatives of it, gaining exposure without the risk of custody? It won’t be retail investors who drive the innovation of new synthetic instruments for trading BTC, ETH, BCH, and other leading assets. The demand for new crypto derivatives will come from institutional investors, and as synthetic assets catch on, more money will flow into crypto. At the moment, there are limits on what you can do with bitcoin as an institutional investor, save for going long or short and playing around with leverage. Expect more levers to be added in future, and more complexity added, for the benefit of sophisticated traders with an appetite for such things.
For retail investors seeking a means to buy and sell cryptocurrency, platforms such as exchange.Bitcoin.com are more than up to the task. Institutional investors, however, tend to demand more bespoke solutions. For these entities, prime brokerages are the answer. The question is, which broker will be the first to step up and claim that crown?
Do you think the arrival of more institutional money will be good for the crypto market? Will there be any downsides to greater institutional participation? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Jose Luis Campo remembered as "a person with a great past, present and for the future as a legacy"
IPC sends condolences to the family of APC president Jose Luis Campo
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) led by its President Andrew Parsons has sent its condolences to the family of Jose Luis Campo, President of the Americas Paralympic Committee (APC), who passed away suddenly on Monday (16 October) in Mar del Plata, Argentina.
Campo was a physical education teacher for youngsters with an impairment by profession and was instrumental in the development of the Paralympic Movement in the Americas.
He was elected the APC’s founding President in 1997 and served two terms until 2005 working hard to establish and develop National Paralympic Committees (NPCs) in the region. He was elected President once again in 2013 and was currently serving his fourth term following re-election in March 2017 in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
On Wednesday (18 October), he would have celebrated his 60th birthday and leaves behind his wife Sonia Incaurgarat and three children Bernardo, Manuel and Josefina.
Andrew Parsons, the IPC’s President who is currently in South Korea, said: “The Paralympic Movement has lost one of its most valuable members. Jose Luis Campo, President of the Americas Paralympic Committee, was an inspiration to anyone who knew him. His passion for the Paralympic Movement had no limits. I called him "maestro" [teacher, in Spanish] as he taught me so much over the years. His commitment with the Movement was beyond any comprehension.
“I will never forget how he organised almost by himself the Parapan Games 2003. It was amazing to see his passion exciting a group of volunteers in Mar del Plata and uniting them around the dream to deliver the best possible Games, with almost no funding, to the athletes of the Americas. He was a fighter, an example of resilience.
“The Paralympic Movement has a lost a good friend. His legacy to the Paralympic sport will live strong forever. It was a privilege and an honour to work alongside him. My thoughts are now with his family: Sonia, Manuel, Josefina, Bernardo.”
A huge champion and advocate of athletes with high support needs, Campo during his first term as APC President oversaw the organisation of the inaugural Parapan American Games in Mexico City in 1999. Four years later they were staged in his home city Mar del Plata and he paved the way for the Games to be held in Rio in 2007, in the same city as the Pan American Games.
In order to give young athletes more opportunities in the region, he helped create the Youth Parapan American Games. The first edition was held in 2005 in Barquisimeto, Venezuela, involving athletes from 10 countries. He oversaw the latest edition this March in Sao Paulo with 800 athletes from 19 countries taking part.
In December 2015, months after the hugely successful Toronto 2015 Parapan American Games, Campo signed a historic agreement on behalf of the APC with the Pan American Sports Organisation (PASO).
Under its terms, the two organisations will work jointly on the bid process for future Pan Am and Parapan Am Games. The support also includes APC representatives being invited to join a number of Work Commissions, APC participation in PASO events, and PASO and the APC co-ordinating actions of National Olympic Committees, who are PASO members, to strengthen the working relationships with organisations of Paralympic sport in their respective countries.
During his current term as President, Campo was working closely with the Organising Committees of the Lima 2019 Parapan American Games and Managua 2018 Para Central-American Games, once again, in order to strengthen the Paralympic Movement in the Americas.
Away from the APC, Campo served on the IPC Executive Committee from 1997 to 2005 and was an IPC Governing Board member between 2009 and 2013. He was part of the Rio 2016 IOC Co-ordination Commission overseeing Latin America’s first Olympic and Paralympic Games, an event that saw NPCs from the Americas win more medals than ever before.
Campo passed away in Mar del Plata after suffering a heart attack while participating in a fundraising walk/run event to raise funds to organisations fighting children’s cancer.
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Founder of CIDELI (Club for People With Disabilities), from Mar del Plata City. He started the activities with CP Football in 1988, being joined by Marcelo Sanchez.
"He was a person with a great past, present and for the future as a legacy." - Marcello Sanchez
The club have a team of adult players and also a school for junior players. The club have been national champions many times and supplied many CP players to the Argentina National CP Football team.
He became the most significant and uncondicional promoter of CP Football not only in Mar del Plata, but also in the whole country.
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Jose Luis also supported the development of CP Football in many countries of the Americas. Due to the close partnership between IFCPF and the Americas Paralympic Committee (APC), IFCPF have delivered workshops in Colombia, Peru, Brazil, the Carribean and Nicaragua.
Campo's commitment to developing CP Football opportunities led to CP Football's inclusion in the Para PanAmerican Games and Youth Para PanAmerican Games, which will continue in Lima 2019.
A man who spoke very proudly of his roots in classification and the early years of CP Football, he will forever be remebered for his dedication and passion as a member of the CP Football family and Paralympic Movement.
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Endo-perio lesions: Diagnosis and clinical considerations
Nina Shenoy, Arvind Shenoy
The interrelationship between periodontal and endodontic disease has aroused confusion, queries and controversy. Differentiating between periodontal and endodontic problems can be difficult. A symptomatic tooth may have pain of periodontal and/or pulpal origin. The nature of that pain is often the first clue in determining the etiology of such a problem. Radiographic and clinical evaluation can help clarify the nature of the problem. In some cases, the influence of pulpal pathology may create periodontal involvement. In others, periodontal pathology may create pulpal pathology. This review article discusses the various clinical aspects to be considered for accurately diagnosing and treating endo-perio lesions.
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Hyaluronic acid: A promising mediator for periodontal regeneration
Jyoti Bansal, Suresh D Kedige, Samir Anand
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a natural-non sulphated high molecular weight glycosaminoglycan that forms a critical component of the extracellular matrix and contributes significantly to tissue hydrodynamics, cell migration and proliferation. The use of HA in the treatment of inflammatory process is established in medical areas such as orthopedics, dermatology and ophthalmology. In the field of dentistry, hyaluronate has shown anti-inflammatory, antiedematous and anti-bacterial effects for the treatment of gingivitis and periodontitis. Due to its potential role in modulation of wound healing, its administration to periodontal wound sites could achieve comparable beneficial effects in periodontal tissue regeneration and periodontal disease treatment.
Recurrent chronic suppurative osteomyelitis of the mandible
GC Rajkumar, M Hemalatha, R Shashikala, D Veerendra Kumar
Osteomyelitis of the maxillofacial skeleton is a rare condition in recent times. The combination of antibiotic therapy and surgical debridement is effective in the treatment of chronic suppurative osteomyelitis (CSO). This case report describes the successful surgical treatment of CSO of the mandible in an 18-year-old adult. Treatment included a pre-surgical course of antibiotics followed by sequestrectomy, resection of the coronoid process and removal of the pathologically fractured condylar process of the left side of the mandible. On post-operative clinical review at 1 week, the extra oral draining sinus healed with improved mouth opening.
Using zero inflated models to analyze dental caries with many zeroes
Shivalingappa B Javali, Parameshwar V Pandit
Aim: The study aimed to analyze and determine the factors associated with dental caries experience contains many zeros by zero inflated models. Design: A cross sectional design was employed using clinical examination and questionnaire with interview method. Materials and Methods: A study was conducted during March-August 2007 in Dharwad, Karnataka, India, involved a systematic random samples of 1760 individuals aged 18-40 years. The dental caries examination was carried out by using DMFT index (i.e. Decayed (D), Missing (M), Filled (F)). The DMFT index data contains many zeros were analyzed with Zero Inflated Poisson (ZIP) and Zero Inflated Negative Binomial (ZINB) models. Results: The study findings indicated, the variables such as family size, frequency of brushing and duration of change of toothbrush were positively associated with dental caries. But the variable the frequency of sweet consumption is negatively associated with dental caries experience in Zero Inflated Poisson (ZIP) and Zero Inflated Negative Binomial (ZINB) models. Conclusions: The ZIP model is a very good fit over the standard Poisson model and the ZINB is the better statistical fit compared to the Negative Binomial model. The Zero Inflated Negative Binomial model is better fit over the Zero Inflated Poisson model for modeling the DMF count data.
Restoration of posterior teeth using occlusal matrix technique
Josué Martos, Luiz Fernando M Silveira, Carmen M Ferrer-Luque, Santiago González-López
This article describes a technique for duplicating occlusal surface anatomy using the Biteperf device. Duplication requires an intact occlusal enamel surface and is only indicated when caries lesions are hidden. The occlusal matrix technique allows for preservation of all anatomic details. When the last layer of composite has been placed, the occlusal matrix is forced into the uncured composite to replicate the original occlusal surface, instead of performing manual curing and shaping as in the standard approach. It is technically possible to achieve this effect with any material that is able to copy anatomic details. The main benefits of the occlusal matrix technique, more precisely the Biteperf, are the technical ease of use due to its simplicity and its high accuracy in reconstructing occlusal morphology.
Genetic polymorphisms in periodontal diseases: An overview
R Vijayalakshmi, A Geetha, T Ramakrishnan, Pamela Emmadi
Periodontitis is a multi-factorial disease; several risk and susceptibility factors are proposed in its natural history. Genetics is considered a susceptibility factor in relation to periodontitis. This article is a nonsystematic review of literature and focuses on the role of genetic polymorphisms in periodontal diseases.
Comparison of 2% chlorhexidine and 5.25% sodium hypochlorite irrigating solutions on postoperative pain: A randomized clinical trial
Kusum Bashetty, Jayshree Hegde
Aim: To compare the levels of postoperative pain after cleaning and shaping of root canals using two different root canal irrigants for debridement. Materials and Methods: Forty patients with irreversible pulpitis, pulp necrosis and non-vital teeth exhibiting acute apical periodontitis requiring root canal treatment were included. At random, canals were cleaned and shaped with the following protocols. 2% chlorhexidine solution in group I and 5.25% sodium hypochlorite solution in group II were used as an irrigants. Access cavities were closed with a sterile cotton pellet and cavit. The patients recorded degree of pain at various time intervals after cleaning and shaping on a visual analogue scale for 1 week. Results: The mean pain score for group I was between 0.65 and 3.35 and for group II was between 0.95 and 4.50. There was significant difference in the pain level between the two groups only at 6 th hour postoperatively (P<0.05) and the pain was more in sodium hypochlorite group. Conclusions: More pain was present in teeth irrigated using 5.25% sodium hypochlorite when compared to that in teeth irrigated using 2% chlorhexidine solution. Significant difference in pain level was present only at 6th hour postoperatively, and at all other periods (24 th hour, 4 th and 7 th days) there was no significant difference in pain level between the two groups.
Clinical investigation of mucosal thickness stability after soft tissue grafting around implants: A 3-year retrospective study
Stefano Speroni, Marco Cicciù, Paolo Maridati, Giovanni Battista Grossi, Carlo Maiorana
Purpose: To assess the long-term stability of gingival grafts placed around dental implants at the time of second surgery uncovering and to further investigate the association between mucosal thickness (MTh) by demographic variables and clinical investigation. Materials and Methods: Fourteen patients with submerged dental implants covered by inadequate keratinized mucosa were studied. The subjects underwent a periimplant plastic surgery (PPS) at the second-stage dental implant surgery and free gingival autograft orsubepithelial connective tissue graft were used according to the patients' clinical situation. Clinical measurement of MTh was assessed by bone sounding with a periodontal probe using customized acrylic stents andthe values were recorded at baseline (day of graft) and at 0.5, 1.5, 4, 12, 24 and 36 months after grafting. Results: At 12 months postoperatively, the mean MTh was 2.89 mm, with a mean additional increase of 1.75 mm when compared with baseline (P=0.0001). No statistically significant differences in MTh were found between the 12- and the 36-month observations (P=0.09). In addition, at 36 months, a thin mucosa was associated with a greater increase in the MTh compared with a thick mucosa (2.14 and 0.64 mm, respectively, P=0.006). Similarly, the mandibular sites were associated with a greater increase in the MTh in comparison with the maxillary sites (2.17 and 0.81 mm, respectively; P=0.02). Conclusions: Within the limitations of this investigation, the data suggest that PPS at the second-stage dental implant surgery could results in additional increases in MTh, especially when it is performed in areas where the mucosa is of a thin biotype.
Estimation of salivary amylase and total proteins in leukemia patients and its correlation with clinical feature and radiographic finding
L Ashok, GP Sujatha, G Hema
Background: Leukemia is a fatal disease. The oral manifestations of the leukemias occur early in the course of the disease and these oral features can at times act as a diagnostic indicator. Saliva has been used as a diagnostic aid in a number of systemic diseases. Materials and Methods: In our study, samples of unstimulated saliva of 30 leukemia patients who were not on chemotherapy were collected and analyzed for salivary amylase and total protein. The oral manifestations and radiographic changes (OPG) were recorded. The correlation between the oral manifestations and the salivary components (salivary amylase and total protein) was assessed for prognostic significance. Results: In the present study when the mean values of salivary amylase (1280±754 U/ml) and total protein (647.2±320.7 mg%) were compared with that in control subjects. There was a statistically significant difference for amylase levels (P<.05). On intraoral examination the study subjects showed pallor, gingivitis, gingival enlargement, petechiae, and ecchymosis. On the OPG, the radiographic features included generalized rarefaction of bone (20%), thinning of lamina dura (3.4%), generalized alveolar crest bone resorption (30%), thinning of walls of alveolar crypts (6.7%), besides others, e.g., periapical abscess (10%). Conclusions: The saliva of leukemic patients demonstrated obvious changes in composition. A rise in salivary amylase and total protein levels was evident, with the increase in amylase levels being statistically significant.
Alkaline phosphatase as a periodontal disease marker
Ranjan Malhotra, Vishakha Grover, Anoop Kapoor, Rupika Kapur
Background: The potential of alkaline phosphatase (ALP) as an important diagnostic marker of gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) has been the subject to investigation since 1970. ALP is stored in specific granules and secretory vesicles of the neutrophils and is mainly released during their migration to the site of infection. It is also present in bacteria within dental plaque, osteoblasts and fibroblasts. It has, thus, become important to elucidate whether GCF levels of ALP are potential measures of the inflammatory activity occurring in the adjacent periodontal tissues. Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the total activity of ALP in the GCF collected from healthy sites, sites with gingivitis and with chronic adult periodontitis. An attempt was also made to establish the correlation of ALP activity with plaque index, gingival index, bleeding index and probing depth. Materials and Methods: A total of 18 patients were divided into three groups: viz., healthy sites, Group I; gingivitis, Group II; chronic periodontitis, Group III. Clinical parameters like plaque index, bleeding index, gingival index and probing depth were recorded. The ALP level in GCF of all three groups was determined by spectrophotometric analysis. Results: Total enzyme activity of ALP was significantly higher in periodontitis as compared with that in healthy and gingivitis sites, and was significantly and positively correlated with probing depth. Conclusion: ALP can be considered as a periodontal disease marker as it can distinguish between healthy and inflamed sites. However, to better define its capacity for periodontal diagnosis, additional longitudinal studies are required.
Comparative efficacy of two treatment modalities for dentinal hypersensitivity: A clinical trial
S Aparna, Swati Setty, Srinath Thakur
Background: Dentin hypersensitivity is a recurrent condition causing discomfort and sometimes pain to the patient, which also deters him from maintaining adequate oral hygiene. Home care and office measures are used for treatment of this malady. Aim: To evaluate and compare the efficacy of 2 treatment modalities for dentinal hypersensitivity, iontophoresis with acidulated phosphate gel (APF) gel, and dentin-bonding agent application. Materials and Methods: This split mouth randomized clinical study recruited subjects with a history of hypersensitivity with at least 2 teeth, verified by a light stroke with a dental explorer along the cervical third of the teeth. The patients were subjected to a 1-s air blast and cold water stimuli and their responses were recorded on a verbal rating scale. A total of 30 sites from 15 patients were divided into Group A-1.23% APF gel iontophoresis; and Group B-aqueous solution of hydroxyl-ethyl-methacrylate and glutaraldehyde. The teeth were evaluated immediately after the treatment and at the end of 2 weeks. In case of failure, the tooth was retreated with the same agent as before. Results: The results were statistically analyzed using Kruskal-Wallis analysis of variance and Mann-Whitney U tests. There was no statistically significant difference between the groups at the end of 2 weeks. However, Group A was more effective clinically, with fewer number of failures compared with Group B. Conclusion: Both the agents showed a statistically significant reduction in sensitivity compared with baseline; however, APF gel iontophoresis was more effective in reducing hypersensitivity over a longer time period.
Collarless metal ceramic restorations to obscure the umbrella effect
Shaista Afroz, Pooran Chand
Esthetics with porcelain fused to metal restoration in the anterior region can be adversely affected due to the inadequate teeth preparations and design of the prosthesis. We presented here a case report where esthetics was compromised due to darkening of the interdental papilla and marginal gingival and overcontoured restorations in relation to porcelain fused to metal restorations. Good esthetic results were obtained by using basic principles of tooth preparation and using collarless metal ceramic restorations.
Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma of the anterior mandible in a 22-month-old boy
John Wewel, Nagamani Narayana
We report an ameloblastic fibro-odontoma (AFO) presenting in the anterior mandible as a "bump on his gums" in a 22-month-old boy. An occlusal radiograph revealed a well-circumscribed radiolucency with scattered radiopaque foci. The tumor was enucleated under general anesthesia. The histologic findings were characteristic of an AFO, a mixed odontogenic tumor most common in the posterior jaws, primarily affecting individuals with an average age of 10 years. The clinical presentation, microscopic findings, differential diagnoses, and treatment are discussed.
Fluoride content in bottled drinking waters, carbonated soft drinks and fruit juices in Davangere city, India
HM Thippeswamy, Nanditha Kumar, SR Anand, GM Prashant, GN Chandu
Background: The regular ingestion of fluoride lowers the prevalence of dental caries. The total daily intake of fluoride for optimal dental health should be 0.05-0.07 mg fluoride/kg body weight and to avoid the risk of dental fluorosis, the daily intake should not exceed a daily level of 0.10 mg fluoride/kg body weight. The main source of fluoride is from drinking water and other beverages. As in other countries, consumption of bottled water, juices and carbonated beverages has increased in our country. Objective: To analyze the fluoride content in bottled water, juices and carbonated soft drinks that were commonly available in Davangere city. Materials and Methods: Three samples of 10 commercially available brands of bottled drinking water, 12 fruit juices and 12 carbonated soft drinks were purchased. Bottled water and carbonated soft drinks were stored at a cold place until fluoride analysis was performed and a clear juice was prepared using different fruits without the addition of water. Then, the fluoride analysis was performed. Results: The mean and standard deviation of fluoride content of bottled water, fruit juices and carbonated soft drinks were measured, which were found to be 0.20 mg (±0.19) F/L, 0.29 mg (±0.06) F/L and 0.22 mg (±0.05) F/L, respectively. Conclusion: In viewing the results of the present study, it can be concluded that regulation of the optimal range of fluoride in bottled drinking water, carbonated soft drinks and fruit juices should be drawn for the Indian scenario.
Central mucoepidermoid carcinoma of the mandible
Anita Munde, Ravindra Karle, Rashmi Metgud, BM Rudgi
Central mucoepidermoid carcinoma are extremely rare tumors, representing about 2 to 4% of all mucoepidermoid carcinomas. They are histologically low-grade cancers, usually affecting the mandible as uni- or multilocular radiographic lesions. Effective surgical treatment involving wide local excision or en bloc resection, allows patients to have a favorable prognosis after a long-term follow up. We report a case of central mucoepidermoid carcinoma affecting the mandible and discuss its clinical, radiographic, and histological findings, with a review of the literature.
Autosomal-dominant osteopetrosis: An incidental finding
Maria Rajathi, Ravi David Austin, Philips Mathew, C Saravana Bharathi, Kumar Chandan Srivastava
Osteopetrosis is a descriptive term that refers to a group of rare, heritable disorders of the skeleton. Osteopetrotic conditions vary greatly in their presentation and severity, from just as an incidental finding on radiographs to causing life-threatening complications such as bone marrow suppression. It is caused by failure of osteoclast development and function. Osteopetrosis can be inherited as autosomal-recessive, autosomal-dominant or as X-linked traits, with the most severe forms being the autosomal-recessive ones. The severity of the disease is mild to moderate in the autosomal-dominant forms, with normal life expectancy. Diagnosis is largely based on clinical and radiographic evaluation. The present paper reports a case of autosomal-dominant osteopetrosis complicated by osteomyelitis with a short review of the condition.
Three-dimensional finite element analysis of the stress distribution pattern in the design modifications of U-shaped palatal major connector
Hariharan Ramakrishnan, Raj G Singh
Background: The U-shaped maxillary major connector is considered to be the least-desirable design by many prosthodontists as it lacks rigidity, which is a primary requisite for a major connector. Aims and Objectives: Design modifications in the U-shaped palatal major connector are desired because it lacks rigidity. The study also aimed to determine the best design when a U-shaped palatal major connector is indicated for clinical use. Materials and Methods: The normal design and the design-modified models (modification 1, 2, 3, 4) were loaded at the functional cusps of the premolars and the molars with a magnitude of 200 N, 250 N and 300 N at angulations of 60 o and 90 o on both sides of the maxillary arch. Results for each loading were obtained as stress distribution colored images and numerical values were recorded. A three-dimensional finite element analysis study of the design-modified models was performed using two finite element softwares, namely PRO-E and IDEAS. Results: The least stress value of 7.86 Megapascals (MPa) at 200 N, 60 o was recorded for the double-thickness design, followed by design 1, which was 8.03 MPa. The least stress value for the palatal mucosa and ligament was provided by design modification 1 (0.5 mm-thick U-shaped connector, 9 mm anteroposteiorly, 14.6 mm laterally), which was 9.78 MPa and 2.98 MPa, respectively. Conclusion: The double-thickness group exhibited the least internal stress for the U-shaped major connector. However, it delivered the greatest stress to the palatal mucosa and the periodontal ligaments.
Inner canthal distance and golden proportion as predictors of maxillary central incisor width in south Indian population
Shibu George, Vinaya Bhat
Objectives: Even though the constant relation of golden proportion and inner canthal distance (ICD) with the width of the maxillary central incisor (CIW) has been found in European population, it may not be applied to Indian population as we differ from Europeans racially and genetically. Hence, this study was carried out with the objectives of determining if these parameters are applicable to our population also. Materials and Methods: Three hundred south Indian subjects between 18 and 26 years of age, free from facial and dental deformities were examined. Inner canthus of each eye was used as soft tissue landmark. The maxillary central incisors were measured at the contact point area with the help of digital vernier caliper. The CIW was also calculated using golden proportion ratio to obtain the calculated central incisor width. A comparison was made with measured width. Statistical analyses were done to identify any significant difference using "Z" tests. Pearson's Correlation Coefficient test was used to evaluate the measured and the calculated width of the central incisor. Results: ICD and the width of two maxillary incisors were in golden proportion in south Indian population. Also, ICD when multiplied by a decreasing function value of the golden proportion and divided by 2 is a reliable predictor of determining CIW. Conclusion: As in the European population, the ICD and the golden proportion are reliable predictors for determining the width of the maxillary central incisors in the south Indian population also.
Evaluation of the antibacterial and physical properties of glass ionomer cements containing chlorhexidine and cetrimide: An in-vitro study
Mohanavelu Deepalakshmi, Saravanan Poorni, Revathi Miglani, Indira Rajamani, S Ramachandran
Background: Incorporation of antibacterial agents frequently results in changes in the physical properties of restorative materials. Materials and Methods: This in-vitro study investigated the antibacterial and physical properties of Glass ionomer cement (GIC) with chlorhexidine and cetrimide, to determine the optimal concentration, for incorporation of these agents to obtain antibacterial GICs for use with the Atraumatic restorative treatment approach. This was assessed using the agar diffusion test. Chlorhexidine diacetate and cetrimide were added to Glass ionomer cement type-IX (GIC-FUJI IX) at 1 and 2% W/W ratio. The experimental GIC specimens were placed on agar plates inoculated with Lactobacillus casei, and the area of inhibition was calculated after 48 hours. Results: All the experimental GICs exhibited inhibition of bacteria, but the sizes were dependent on the concentration of the antibacterial agent. Incorporation of chlorhexidine diacetate and cetrimide, at 2%, significantly decreased the compressive strength, and the setting time was extended a little by the addition of any concentration of chlorhexidine and cetrimide. Conclusions: The present study demonstrated that experimental GICs containing chlorhexidine diacetate and cetrimide were effective in inhibiting bacteria associated with caries, and incorporation of 1% cetrimide was optimal to give the appropriate antibacterial and physical properties.
A simplified approach to fabrication of an ocular prosthesis: A case series
Amandeep Kaur, Arpan Pavaiya, Saumyendra Vikram Singh, Raghuvar Dayal Singh, Pooran Chand
The eye is a vital organ and an important component of facial expression. Loss of an eye has a crippling effect on the psychology of the patient. Enucleation of the eye is therefore normally followed by fabrication of an ocular prosthesis to improve esthetics. A less complex technique for fabrication of an ocular prosthesis is described in this report of two different cases.
Predicting the actual length of premolar teeth on the basis of panoramic radiology
S Yassaei, F Ezoddini-Ardakani, N Ostovar
Background: Panoramic radiography is one of the most common techniques for evaluating the jaw bones and associated structures. Aim: The aim of the study was to predict the actual length of the premolar teeth, based on measurements taken on a panoramic radiograph. Materials and Methods: This study was done in two stages. In the first stage, the actual and panoramic lengths of 102 teeth of orthodontic patients were measured and compared. In the next stage, the actual and radiographic vertical lengths of four metal balls placed in the molar and first premolar areas of 27 patients, referred to radiography clinic were also analyzed. Comparison of the mean magnification between the two methods was performed by one-sample T-test and P<0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Results: The total magnification of the premolar region in the vertical plane in the tooth length measurement method was 17.39%, while the same in the metal markers method was 27.39%. The upper teeth showed larger magnification than the lower teeth in the vertical plane. Similarly, the magnification and distortion of the metal markers in the horizontal plane were significantly more than this in the vertical plane and also their magnification and distortion in the molar region were more than this in the premolar region. The actual length of the premolar teeth can be estimated by using a suitable regression formula. Conclusion: Panoramic radiography can be used for calculating the actual length of premolar teeth.
Morphology of collagen fibers and elastic system fibers in actinic cheilitis
Flávia C Sgarbi, Fernanda Bertini, Tábata de M Tera, Ana Sueli R Cavalcante
Background: Actinic cheilitis (AC) is a premalignant condition intimately related to exposure of the lips to sun rays. Aim: The objective of this study was to evaluate the elastic and collagen fibers in the lamina propria of AC. The degree of epithelial atypia was correlated with the quantity of elastic and collagen fibers. Materials and Methods: Fifty-one cases were investigated. One slide was stained with hematoxylin-eosin for the evaluation of atypia, the second was stained with Weigert's resorcin-fuchsin for the assessment of elastic fibers, and the third slide was stained with Mallory's trichrome for the analysis of collagen fibers. Results: Ordinal logistic regression analysis revealed a significant correlation between the presence of atypia and collagen fibers (P<0.05). Conclusions: It was concluded that there seems to be a reduction in the quantity of collagen fibers in cases of moderate and severe atypia. No correlation was observed between the degradation of elastic system fibers and the grade of dysplasia.
An in vitro study of antibacterial effect of calcium hydroxide and chlorhexidine on Enterococcus faecalis
Swaty Jhamb, Vineeta Nikhil, Vijay Singh
Aim: To evaluate and compare the antibacterial effects of chlorhexidine and calcium hydroxide on Enterococcus faecalis. Materials and Methods: Root canal treatment involves a number of steps. In spite of all the steps done thoroughly, root canal treatment might fail due to the remnant microbes. Of all such bacteria, E. faecalis is found in failed root canals. The study tests the antibacterial activity of various intracanal medicaments. Agar diffusion test was used to evaluate the antibacterial effects of the following antibacterial agents: i. hexidine:0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate; ii. periogard:0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate; iii. calcium hydroxide powder plus sterile water; iv. metapaste plus sterile water; v. calcium hydroxide plus hexidine; vi. calcium hydroxide plus periogard; vii. metapaste plus hexidine; viii. metapaste plus periogard. The size of zones of inhibition was measured. Results: The average size of zones of inhibition after 72 hours were hexidine: 5 mm; periogard: 4.25 mm; calcium hydroxide plus sterile water: 0.5 mm; metapaste plus sterile water: 0.5 mm; calcium hydroxide plus hexidine: 4.7 mm; calcium hydroxide plus periogard: 4 mm; metapaste plus hexidine: 4.65 mm; metapaste plus periogard: 4 mm. Results were subjected to statistical analysis using one way analysis of variance and Tukey tests. Conclusion: Chlorhexidine and its preparations are more potent antibacterial agents againstE. faecalis in comparison to calcium hydroxide.
Fluoride and bacterial content of bottled drinking water versus municipal tap water
H Mythri, GN Chandu, GM Prashant, VV Subba Reddy
Background: Water is a divine gift. People quench their thirst without questioning the source of water. But, apprehension about contaminants in municipal water supplies along with increased fear of fluorosis made bottled drinking water as one of the important tradable commodities. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to determine and compare the fluoride and bacterial contents of commercially available bottled drinking water and municipal tap water in Davangere city, Karnataka. Materials and Methods: Fifty samples of 10 categories of bottled drinking water with different batch numbers were purchased and municipal water from different sources were collected. Fluoride levels were determined by an ion-selective electrode. Water was cultured quantitatively and levels of bacteria were calculated as colony-forming units (CFUs) per milliliter. Results: Descriptive analysis of water samples for fluoride concentration was in the range of 0.07-0.33 for bottled drinking water, Bisleri showing the highest of 0.33. A comparison of the mean values of microbial count for bottled drinking water with that of municipal tap water showed no statistically significant difference, but was more than the standard levels along with the presence of fungus and maggots. Conclusion: The fluoride concentration was below the optimal level for both municipal tap water and bottled drinking water. CFUs were more than the recommended level in both municipal tap water and bottled drinking water.
Effect of prepolymerized composite megafiller on the marginal adaptation of composite restorations in cavities with different C-factors: An SEM study
Sarita Bhushan, Ajay Logani, Naseem Shah
Aim: To evaluate the effect of prepolymerized custom-made composite megafiller and configuration factors (C-factor) on marginal adaptation of resin composite restorations. Materials and Methods: Forty extracted human mandibular molars were divided into four experimental groups consisting of 10 samples each. In groups I and III, class V (configuration factor 5) and in groups II and IV, class II box-shaped cavities (configuration factor 2) were prepared. Groups I and II were restored with a nanofilled composite (Filtek™ Z350 3M ESPE, St Paul, MN, USA) placed in horizontal increments. In groups III and IV, preformed composite megafiller was placed and cavities were restored with nanofilled composite Z-350. After curing, the samples were finished and prepared for examination under low vacuum scanning electron microscope. The data were analyzed with one-way analysis of variance. The significance between the individual groups was calculated by Post hoc test using the Holm-Sidak method ( P≤0.05). Results: The marginal gap values in groups III and IV were significantly lower than in groups I and II, respectively ( P≤0.05). Minimum gap values were seen in group IV. Conclusion: Use of prepolymerized composite megafiller and a lower C-factor decreased the marginal gaps between the tooth and composite restorations.
Needs and demands of prosthetic treatment among two groups of individuals
Gadeer Nimri Mukatash, Medyan Al-Rousan, Basma Al-Sakarna
Objectives: The level of knowledge, awareness, and attitude about teeth-replacement options among a group of medical and paramedical subjects and to compare them with the general population. Materials and Methods: A self-administered questionnaires using simple Arabic language were distributed to two groups of subjects. Questions focused on the willingness to replace the missing teeth, the preferable methods of choice for replacement, and the reasons for these choices. The first group (G-I) was from the medical and paramedical staff who work in a military hospital at Jordan Royal medical services, the dental staff was excluded from the study. The other group (G-II) was from the general population who attended the dental department in the same hospital with comparable level of education. All the participants were partially edentulous excluding the third molars. Clinical examination was done by qualified prosthodontist to evaluate the possible prosthetic treatment options for replacement. A total of 612 questionnaires were distributed, of which 533 questionnaires were returned (response rate 87.09%). The results were analyzed and comparison was made between the two groups. Results: Responses to questions about awareness and attitude about prosthetic management of missing teeth revealed that G-I have more awareness than G-II to the probable causes for tooth/teeth replacement and limitation of the preferable method for replacement (P<0.05). More than 80% of the participants believed that replacement of anterior teeth is more important than the posterior teeth. Implants and fixed partial denture (FPD), respectively, were more preferable than removable prosthesis, although clinically was not indicated in cases (P<0.05). There was no clinical benefit from replacement of missing teeth in 33.4% while only 6% believe this. Conclusions: This study showed that the awareness and attitude between the medical and paramedical staff to prosthetic needs is better than between general populations. The demands for dental replacement by patients were significantly different when compared with the actual needs.
Comparison of the regenerative potential of an allograft used alone and that in conjunction with an immunosuppressive drug in the treatment of human periodontal infrabony defects: A clinical and radiological study
Shivani Dhawan, Rajan Dhawan, Amarjit Singh Gill, Poonam Sikri
Background: Experimentation confirmed the conclusion that bone allografts, like other tissue and organ allografts, are immunogenic. These immune responses cause resorption of allograft, thus lowering the bone formation capacity of the graft. An attempt has been made in this study to prevent immune reactions and achieve enhanced regeneration of allograft-demineralized freeze-dried bone matrix by incorporating it with an immunosuppressive drug Cyclosporine-A (CsA) in the treatment of human periodontal infrabony defects. Materials and Methods: Fifteen patients showing clinical evidence of almost bilateral infrabony defects requiring bone grafting procedures were selected. In each patient, the infrabony defect of one side of the arch was designated as Group A (control site) and the infrabony defect of the contralateral side of the same arch was designated as Group B (test site). Results: On comparative evaluation of the two groups (by Student t-test), the mean values of reduction in probing depth (P=0.81 NS ) and gain in clinical attachment level (P=1.00 NS ) of Group B were found to be greater than that of Group-A, but the differences were statistically non-significant. The mean linear bone fill (P=0.010 ** ) of Group B was also detected to be higher than that of Group A, and the difference was found to be statistically significant. Conclusion: Increase in linear bone fill in Group B signifies the role of CsA in augmenting the regenerative potential of allograft by eliminating immune reactions.
Comparison of manual and physiologically molded denture bases in complete denture wearers
Lakshmipathy P Reddy, Rajashekar Sangur
Background and Objectives: In complete denture wearers, the accumulation of food in the buccal vestibule is one of the factors causing discomfort to the patient. This study was conducted to evaluate the effect of mandibular denture buccal flange on food retention and to correlate between varying angulations of buccal flange of mandibular denture on food retention. Materials and Methods: Complete dentures were fabricated and the mandibular complete denture was duplicated. The existing (unduplicated) manually molded and physiologically molded dentures were tested for food retention. Twenty test particles having a diameter of 2±0.2 mm were placed on the middle part of the buccal flange and the subjects were instructed to expel the test particles by performing only functional movements of the buccal musculature. The numbers of residual test particles in the buccal vestibule were counted after 30s. The angulations of the denture buccal flange (duplicated) were measured with an optical bevel protractor and trimmed to 50° and the food retention test was performed. Similar tests were performed at 60°, 70° and 80° angulations. The data were evaluated using the Pearson correlation coefficient, One-way ANOVA test and Wilcoxon signed rank test. Results: The difference between the residual scores of manually molded and physiologically molded denture base was not significant. The difference between the residual scores at different angulations of the buccal flange of the denture was significant. Conclusion: Only the slope of the flange significantly affects the ability of subjects to expel the test particles.
Prevalence of hypodontia in nine- to fourteen-year-old children who attended the Mashhad School of Dentistry
Behgat-al-molok Ajami, Mahboobeh Shabzendedar, Maryam Mehrjerdian
Context: Hypodontia is defined as the congenital absence of one or a few teeth, and is also the most common anomaly in dental development. This condition occurs either individually or as part of the symptoms of a syndrome, and it is more common in permanent teeth than in deciduous teeth, reporting a prevalence of between 1.6 and 9.6%. Aims: The objective of this study is to investigate the prevalence of hypodontia for permanent teeth in nine- to 14-year-old children who attended the Mashhad School of Dentistry in 2007. Setting and Design: We conducted this descriptive, analytical, cross-sectional study, to determine the mentioned aims. Materials and Methods: In this descriptive, cross-sectional study, panoramic radiographs belonging to 600 children (351 girls and 249 boys), aged nine to 14 years, were available for examination. All related findings were recorded in the respective forms. Statistical Analysis Used: The data were processed using Exact and Chi-square tests. Results: The prevalence of hypodontia in the girls was 9.2%, in the boys 8.8%, and in both sexes combined 9%. The most and the least frequent cases of absent teeth were the mandibular second premolars and the maxillary central incisor (only one child), respectively. The most commonly absent teeth were the mandibular second premolars, the maxillary lateral incisors, the mandibular central incisor, and the maxillary second premolars, in that order. Conclusions: This study showed a high frequency of hypodontia among the understudied population. Thus, due to the complicated treatment, accurate examination of children for on-time diagnosis of this developmental anomaly is crucial.
Mongrelised genetics of H1N1 virus: A bird's eyeview
C Nagarathna, BS Shakuntala, HK Navin, Viral Pravin Maru
H1N1 influenza, also known as "novel H1N1 virus" has led to a "global outcry." This virus is more virulent when compared with other seasonal flu viruses. Virulence may change as the adaptive mutation gene increases within the virus. A study at the US Centre for Disease Control and Prevention published in May 2009 found that children had no preexisting immunity to the new strain as they showed no cross-reactive antibody reaction when compared with adults aged 18-64 years, who showed a cross-reactive antibody reaction of 6-9% and older adults with 33% immunity. This review article depicts H1N1 virus, its virulence with genetic evolution potential and preventive protocol for the dental professionals. This would allow us to comprehend the changes in the disease process and contribute in its prevention as "prevention is better than cure."
Radiographic follow-up evaluation of sinus augmentation with deproteinized bovine bone and implant installation after loading
Jun-Beom Park
Computed tomography (CT) has been used in diagnosis and implant treatment, and CT can be used to assess the dimensional stability of graft materials after maxillary sinus augmentation. A 50-year-old male patient was treated for the simultaneous placement of implants with sinus augmentation and two post-operative CT scans were performed after the delivery of the prosthesis at 9 months and 15 months after the operation. There were no significant changes in alveolar bone height and the buccal window seemed to show remodeling over time. The continuity of the defect and the cortication were apparent in the 15-month post-operative CT scan. Implants installed simultaneously with sinus augmentation were well in function and the graft material seemed to be stable in maintaining tissue dimensions after the loading of the implants. The presented results need to be validated in further large case series or case-controlled studies.
Arsenic content in Portland cement: A literature review
Talita Ribeiro Tenório de França, Raphaela Juvenal da Silva, Michellini Sedycias de Queiroz, Carlos Menezes Aguiar
Portland cement (PC) is a hydraulic binding material widely used in the building industry. The main interest in its use in dentistry is focused on a possible alternative to mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) because PC is less expensive and is widely available. In dentistry, PC has been used in dental procedures such as pulpotomy, pulp capping, repair of root perforation and root-end filling. The purpose of this article is review the dental literature about the PC, its composition with special attention to arsenic content, properties, and application in dentistry. A bibliographic research was performed in Bireme, PubMed, LILACS and Scopus data bases looking for national and international studies about the PC composition, properties and clinical use. It was observed that PC has favorable biological properties very similar to those of MTA. The PC has shown good cell proliferation induction with formation of a monolayer cell, satisfactory inflammatory response, inhibitory effect of prostaglandin and antimicrobial effect. Studies have shown that PC is not cytotoxic, stimulates the apposition of reparative dentin and permits cellular attachment and growth. Regarding arsenic presence, its levels and release are low. PC has physical, chemical and biological properties similar to MTA. Arsenic levels and release are low, therefore, unable to cause toxic effects.
Evaluation of biocompatibility of Targis Dentin and Artglass by using subcutaneous implantation test
Nalan Sule Sönmez, Erhan Sönmez, Cihan Akçaboy
Introduction: Biocompatibility of a crown-bridge material is as important as its physical and mechanical properties. It is also one of the most important factors for the long-lasting clinical success of that restoration. It directly contacts the vital prepared tooth and that is the reason it has to be nontoxic to the local tissues, such as the pulp, gingiva, or the rest of the body. Materials with different physical properties are used in the conventional fixed prosthodontic restorations. Recently, metal-free systems that are reinforced with fibers have been improved for crown and bridge restorations. These new composite systems have the advantages of both ceramic and polymer chemistry. Materials and Methods: In this research, biocompatibility of two ceramic-polymer-based prosthetic materials (Targis Dentin® and Artglass Dentin® ) was studied using a subcutaneous implantation test on rats. Initially (15 th day) mild inflammatory reactions were observed in tissues, which directly contacted the Artglass, Targis, and control tubes. These probably originated from the surgical traumas. After the 90th day of implantation, these reactions resolved and healthy, well-organized fibrous connective capsules were seen around the implants. Results: Initially (15 th day) mild inflammatory reactions were observed in tissues, which directly contacted the Artglass, Targis, and control tubes. These probably originated from the surgical traumas. After the 90 th day of implantation, these reactions resolved and healthy, well-organized fibrous connective capsules were seen around the implants. Conclusion: At the end of the study, according to the FDI and ISO-7405 standards, Targis and Artglass indicated biocompatibility with the subcutaneous connective tissue of the rat.
The intricacies of research work
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Popular Foreign Film Night returns to the Riverlink
This Friday, the near booked out Foreign Film Nights program returns to The Riverlink with its first film ‘Talking About Trees’, from Sudan.
Foreign Film Nights are free open air movie nights at The Riverlink. It makes up part the Spring Going Global theme where The Levee celebrates the cultures of the world and our multi-cultural community.
This year three different films will be showing over separate Friday nights during September, with the first two already booked out.
The Levee Public Programs Officer David Graham says ‘we’re so excited to be able to bring the Foreign Film Nights back to The Levee again this year.
We hope people will enjoy the films while also enjoying some of the great cuisines influenced by cultures from around the available at The Levee.
‘Safety is a priority for us and a COVID Safe Plan is in place for the nights. With only a 30 person capacity at The Riverlink we knew it was going to book out, but to reach capacity so quickly told us that the community were happy to see the return of the event.’
The first Foreign Film Nights event will commence from 6.00pm on Friday 4 September. While booked out, the community is encouraged to enjoy the local global food options available at The Levee.
The final event on Friday 25 September still has limited spots available but you’ll have to be fast to secure a spot.
Find out more about Foreign Film Nights, the upcoming films and to reserve your spot by visiting www.theleveemaitland.com.au/going-global-activities/
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Telus Ranked Fastest Internet Service Provider in Canada by Ookla and PCMag
by Gary Ng – Mon, July 20, 2020
Telus says it has won two fastest internet service provider (ISP) in Canada awards, with new victories coming from studies performed by American companies Ookla and PCMag.
Seattle-based Ookla said Telus led its ISP rivals with Speed Score of 72.11, while average download speeds were at 87.31 Mbps and upload at 13.04 Mbps.
“The achievements from U.S.-based PCMag and Ookla recognize our Canadian network superiority, and solidify the strength of TELUS’ networks across the country, particularly during a time when Canadians have increasingly relied on internet and mobile networks to work and learn remotely and stay connected to loved ones and vital information,” said Darren Entwistle, President and CEO, TELUS, in an issued statement to iPhone in Canada.
“Knocking Bell Canada from the top of the heap after two years, Telus is the new speed master in Canadian internet. The Vancouver-based company’s speed improvements—made possible thanks to a rollout of fiber optics that began 20 years ago—has paid off handsomely for the company and Telus customers alike,” explained PCMag.
Telus notes in 2020 its other accolades include recognition from Opensignal for tying the world’s top spot when it comes to mobile network speeds.
Apple Details How to Collaborate with Others in Notes on iOS [VIDEO]
Usman Qureshi
Mon, July 20, 2020
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