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An analysis of normalization methods for Drosophila RNAi genomic screens and development of a robust validation scheme
Amy M. Wiles, Dashnamoorthy Ravi, Selvaraj Bhavani, Alexander J.R. Bishop
Cell Systems & Anatomy
Genome-wide RNA interference (RNAi) screening allows investigation of the role of individual genes in a process of choice. Most RNAi screens identify a large number of genes with a continuous gradient in the assessed phenotype. Screeners must decide whether to examine genes with the most robust phenotype or the full gradient of genes that cause an effect and how to identify candidate genes. The authors have used RNAi in Drosophila cells to examine viability in a 384-well plate format and compare 2 screens, untreated control and treatment. They compare multiple normalization methods, which take advantage of different features within the data, including quantile normalization, background subtraction, scaling, cellHTS2 (Boutros et al. 2006), and interquartile range measurement. Considering the false-positive potential that arises from RNAi technology, a robust validation method was designed for the purpose of gene selection for future investigations. In a retrospective analysis, the authors describe the use of validation data to evaluate each normalization method. Although no method worked ideally, a combination of 2 methods, background subtraction followed by quantile normalization and cellHTS2, at different thresholds, captures the most dependable and diverse candidate genes. Thresholds are suggested depending on whether a few candidate genes are desired or a more extensive systems-level analysis is sought. The normalization approaches and experimental design to perform validation experiments are likely to apply to those high-throughput screening systems attempting to identify genes for systems-level analysis.
Journal of Biomolecular Screening
High-throughput screen
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Drosophila Medicine & Life Sciences
RNA Chemical Compounds
Screening Chemical Compounds
Design of experiments Chemical Compounds
Research Design Medicine & Life Sciences
Wiles, A. M., Ravi, D., Bhavani, S., & Bishop, A. J. R. (2008). An analysis of normalization methods for Drosophila RNAi genomic screens and development of a robust validation scheme. Journal of Biomolecular Screening, 13(8), 777-784. https://doi.org/10.1177/1087057108323125
An analysis of normalization methods for Drosophila RNAi genomic screens and development of a robust validation scheme. / Wiles, Amy M.; Ravi, Dashnamoorthy; Bhavani, Selvaraj; Bishop, Alexander J.R.
In: Journal of Biomolecular Screening, Vol. 13, No. 8, 12.2008, p. 777-784.
Wiles, AM, Ravi, D, Bhavani, S & Bishop, AJR 2008, 'An analysis of normalization methods for Drosophila RNAi genomic screens and development of a robust validation scheme', Journal of Biomolecular Screening, vol. 13, no. 8, pp. 777-784. https://doi.org/10.1177/1087057108323125
Wiles AM, Ravi D, Bhavani S, Bishop AJR. An analysis of normalization methods for Drosophila RNAi genomic screens and development of a robust validation scheme. Journal of Biomolecular Screening. 2008 Dec;13(8):777-784. https://doi.org/10.1177/1087057108323125
Wiles, Amy M. ; Ravi, Dashnamoorthy ; Bhavani, Selvaraj ; Bishop, Alexander J.R. / An analysis of normalization methods for Drosophila RNAi genomic screens and development of a robust validation scheme. In: Journal of Biomolecular Screening. 2008 ; Vol. 13, No. 8. pp. 777-784.
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Angioplasty and stenting of completely occluded iliac arteries
C. R. Rees, J. C. Palmaz, O. Garcia, T. Roeren, G. M. Richter, G. Gardiner, D. Schwarten, R. A. Schatz, H. D. Root, W. Rogers
Percutaneous angioplasty and placement of balloon-expandable intraluminal stents were performed in 12 iliac occlusions in 12 patients. Indications were limb salvage in seven and claudication in five. After successful stenting, ankle-brachial indexes improved by 0.15 or more in 11 of 12 patients (mean increase, 0.40), transstenotic pressure gradients decreased to less than 5 mm Hg (mean, 0.58 mm Hg) in all patients, and improvement in clinical grade was seen in all patients. At follow-up at 1-14 months (median, 6 months), ankle-brachial indexes were stable (mean, 0.95), and clinical grades were unchanged in all patients. Complications occurred in two patients; both experiences distal embolization, and one, who was receiving corticosteroid therapy, also suffered stent thrombosis. Local surgical embolectomy was successful in both patients, and the thrombosed stent was recanalized with urokinase. This early experience suggests that stenting may play an important role in the management of iliac occlusions, especially in poor surgical candidates.
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Iliac Artery Medicine & Life Sciences
Angioplasty Medicine & Life Sciences
Stents Medicine & Life Sciences
Ankle Brachial Index Medicine & Life Sciences
Thrombosis Medicine & Life Sciences
Embolectomy Medicine & Life Sciences
Limb Salvage Medicine & Life Sciences
Balloon Angioplasty Medicine & Life Sciences
Rees, C. R., Palmaz, J. C., Garcia, O., Roeren, T., Richter, G. M., Gardiner, G., Schwarten, D., Schatz, R. A., Root, H. D., & Rogers, W. (1989). Angioplasty and stenting of completely occluded iliac arteries. Radiology, 172(3 II), 953-959. https://doi.org/10.1148/172.3.953
Angioplasty and stenting of completely occluded iliac arteries. / Rees, C. R.; Palmaz, J. C.; Garcia, O.; Roeren, T.; Richter, G. M.; Gardiner, G.; Schwarten, D.; Schatz, R. A.; Root, H. D.; Rogers, W.
In: Radiology, Vol. 172, No. 3 II, 1989, p. 953-959.
Rees, CR, Palmaz, JC, Garcia, O, Roeren, T, Richter, GM, Gardiner, G, Schwarten, D, Schatz, RA, Root, HD & Rogers, W 1989, 'Angioplasty and stenting of completely occluded iliac arteries', Radiology, vol. 172, no. 3 II, pp. 953-959. https://doi.org/10.1148/172.3.953
Rees CR, Palmaz JC, Garcia O, Roeren T, Richter GM, Gardiner G et al. Angioplasty and stenting of completely occluded iliac arteries. Radiology. 1989;172(3 II):953-959. https://doi.org/10.1148/172.3.953
Rees, C. R. ; Palmaz, J. C. ; Garcia, O. ; Roeren, T. ; Richter, G. M. ; Gardiner, G. ; Schwarten, D. ; Schatz, R. A. ; Root, H. D. ; Rogers, W. / Angioplasty and stenting of completely occluded iliac arteries. In: Radiology. 1989 ; Vol. 172, No. 3 II. pp. 953-959.
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Clinical and correlative results of SWOG S0354: A phase II trial of CNTO328 (siltuximab), a monoclonal antibody against interleukin-6, in chemotherapy-pretreated patients with castration-resistant prostate cancer
Tanya B. Dorff, Bryan Goldman, Jacek K. Pinski, Philip C. Mack, Primo N. Lara, Peter J. Van Veldhuizen, David I. Quinn, Nicholas J. Vogelzang, Ian M. Thompson, Maha H.A. Hussain
Purpose: Interleukin-6 (IL-6) facilitates cancer cell survival via pleotrophic effects. We conducted a multicenter phase II study of CNTO328 (siltuximab) as second-line therapy for men with castration-resistant prostate cancer. Experimental Design: Eligible men had castration-resistant prostate cancer treated with one prior chemotherapy. Subjects were treated with 6 mg/kg CNTO328 i.v. every 2 weeks for 12 cycles. Response was assessed after every three cycles. Primary end point was prostate-specific antigen (PSA) response rate defined as a 50% reduction. Accrual was planned in two stages, with 20 eligible patients in the first stage and 40 overall. Plasma cytokines and growth factors were measured by Luminex. Results: Fifty-three eligible subjects had all received prior taxane therapy. Two (3.8%; 95% CI, 0.5-13.0%) had PSA response. None of the 31 patients with measurable disease had a RECIST (Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors) response but 7 (23%) had stable disease. With median follow-up of 14.8 months, median progression-free survival was 1.6 months (95% CI, 1.6-1.7) and median overall survival was 11.6 months (95% CI, 7.5-19.0). Grade 3/4 toxicities included disseminated intravascular coagulation (1), central nervous system ischemia (1), elevated aspartate aminotransferase (1), gastritis/esophagitis (2), thrombocytopenia (2), pain (2), leukopenia (1), and neuropathy (2). Median baseline IL-6 levels were 12.5 pg/mL (interquartile range, 2.5-41.5). Patients with IL-6 >12.5 pg/mL had worse survival than those with levels <12.5 pg/mL (53% versus 94%; P = 0.02). After treatment, IL-6 levels were >250-fold higher. Thirty-two of 38 patients had a decline in C-reactive protein plasma levels at 6 weeks. Conclusions: CNTO328 resulted in a PSA response rate of 3.8% and a RECIST stable disease rate of 23%. Declining C-reactive protein levels during treatment may reflect biological activity. Despite evidence of CNTO-mediated IL-6 inhibition, elevated baseline IL-6 levels portended a poor prognosis.
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siltuximab Medicine & Life Sciences
Castration Medicine & Life Sciences
Prostatic Neoplasms Medicine & Life Sciences
Monoclonal Antibodies Medicine & Life Sciences
Prostate-Specific Antigen Medicine & Life Sciences
Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors Medicine & Life Sciences
Dorff, T. B., Goldman, B., Pinski, J. K., Mack, P. C., Lara, P. N., Van Veldhuizen, P. J., Quinn, D. I., Vogelzang, N. J., Thompson, I. M., & Hussain, M. H. A. (2010). Clinical and correlative results of SWOG S0354: A phase II trial of CNTO328 (siltuximab), a monoclonal antibody against interleukin-6, in chemotherapy-pretreated patients with castration-resistant prostate cancer. Clinical Cancer Research, 16(11), 3028-3034. https://doi.org/10.1158/1078-0432.CCR-09-3122
Clinical and correlative results of SWOG S0354 : A phase II trial of CNTO328 (siltuximab), a monoclonal antibody against interleukin-6, in chemotherapy-pretreated patients with castration-resistant prostate cancer. / Dorff, Tanya B.; Goldman, Bryan; Pinski, Jacek K.; Mack, Philip C.; Lara, Primo N.; Van Veldhuizen, Peter J.; Quinn, David I.; Vogelzang, Nicholas J.; Thompson, Ian M.; Hussain, Maha H.A.
Dorff, TB, Goldman, B, Pinski, JK, Mack, PC, Lara, PN, Van Veldhuizen, PJ, Quinn, DI, Vogelzang, NJ, Thompson, IM & Hussain, MHA 2010, 'Clinical and correlative results of SWOG S0354: A phase II trial of CNTO328 (siltuximab), a monoclonal antibody against interleukin-6, in chemotherapy-pretreated patients with castration-resistant prostate cancer', Clinical Cancer Research, vol. 16, no. 11, pp. 3028-3034. https://doi.org/10.1158/1078-0432.CCR-09-3122
Dorff TB, Goldman B, Pinski JK, Mack PC, Lara PN, Van Veldhuizen PJ et al. Clinical and correlative results of SWOG S0354: A phase II trial of CNTO328 (siltuximab), a monoclonal antibody against interleukin-6, in chemotherapy-pretreated patients with castration-resistant prostate cancer. Clinical Cancer Research. 2010 Jun 1;16(11):3028-3034. https://doi.org/10.1158/1078-0432.CCR-09-3122
Dorff, Tanya B. ; Goldman, Bryan ; Pinski, Jacek K. ; Mack, Philip C. ; Lara, Primo N. ; Van Veldhuizen, Peter J. ; Quinn, David I. ; Vogelzang, Nicholas J. ; Thompson, Ian M. ; Hussain, Maha H.A. / Clinical and correlative results of SWOG S0354 : A phase II trial of CNTO328 (siltuximab), a monoclonal antibody against interleukin-6, in chemotherapy-pretreated patients with castration-resistant prostate cancer. In: Clinical Cancer Research. 2010 ; Vol. 16, No. 11. pp. 3028-3034.
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AU - Goldman, Bryan
AU - Pinski, Jacek K.
AU - Mack, Philip C.
AU - Lara, Primo N.
AU - Van Veldhuizen, Peter J.
AU - Quinn, David I.
AU - Vogelzang, Nicholas J.
AU - Thompson, Ian M.
AU - Hussain, Maha H.A.
N2 - Purpose: Interleukin-6 (IL-6) facilitates cancer cell survival via pleotrophic effects. We conducted a multicenter phase II study of CNTO328 (siltuximab) as second-line therapy for men with castration-resistant prostate cancer. Experimental Design: Eligible men had castration-resistant prostate cancer treated with one prior chemotherapy. Subjects were treated with 6 mg/kg CNTO328 i.v. every 2 weeks for 12 cycles. Response was assessed after every three cycles. Primary end point was prostate-specific antigen (PSA) response rate defined as a 50% reduction. Accrual was planned in two stages, with 20 eligible patients in the first stage and 40 overall. Plasma cytokines and growth factors were measured by Luminex. Results: Fifty-three eligible subjects had all received prior taxane therapy. Two (3.8%; 95% CI, 0.5-13.0%) had PSA response. None of the 31 patients with measurable disease had a RECIST (Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors) response but 7 (23%) had stable disease. With median follow-up of 14.8 months, median progression-free survival was 1.6 months (95% CI, 1.6-1.7) and median overall survival was 11.6 months (95% CI, 7.5-19.0). Grade 3/4 toxicities included disseminated intravascular coagulation (1), central nervous system ischemia (1), elevated aspartate aminotransferase (1), gastritis/esophagitis (2), thrombocytopenia (2), pain (2), leukopenia (1), and neuropathy (2). Median baseline IL-6 levels were 12.5 pg/mL (interquartile range, 2.5-41.5). Patients with IL-6 >12.5 pg/mL had worse survival than those with levels <12.5 pg/mL (53% versus 94%; P = 0.02). After treatment, IL-6 levels were >250-fold higher. Thirty-two of 38 patients had a decline in C-reactive protein plasma levels at 6 weeks. Conclusions: CNTO328 resulted in a PSA response rate of 3.8% and a RECIST stable disease rate of 23%. Declining C-reactive protein levels during treatment may reflect biological activity. Despite evidence of CNTO-mediated IL-6 inhibition, elevated baseline IL-6 levels portended a poor prognosis.
AB - Purpose: Interleukin-6 (IL-6) facilitates cancer cell survival via pleotrophic effects. We conducted a multicenter phase II study of CNTO328 (siltuximab) as second-line therapy for men with castration-resistant prostate cancer. Experimental Design: Eligible men had castration-resistant prostate cancer treated with one prior chemotherapy. Subjects were treated with 6 mg/kg CNTO328 i.v. every 2 weeks for 12 cycles. Response was assessed after every three cycles. Primary end point was prostate-specific antigen (PSA) response rate defined as a 50% reduction. Accrual was planned in two stages, with 20 eligible patients in the first stage and 40 overall. Plasma cytokines and growth factors were measured by Luminex. Results: Fifty-three eligible subjects had all received prior taxane therapy. Two (3.8%; 95% CI, 0.5-13.0%) had PSA response. None of the 31 patients with measurable disease had a RECIST (Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors) response but 7 (23%) had stable disease. With median follow-up of 14.8 months, median progression-free survival was 1.6 months (95% CI, 1.6-1.7) and median overall survival was 11.6 months (95% CI, 7.5-19.0). Grade 3/4 toxicities included disseminated intravascular coagulation (1), central nervous system ischemia (1), elevated aspartate aminotransferase (1), gastritis/esophagitis (2), thrombocytopenia (2), pain (2), leukopenia (1), and neuropathy (2). Median baseline IL-6 levels were 12.5 pg/mL (interquartile range, 2.5-41.5). Patients with IL-6 >12.5 pg/mL had worse survival than those with levels <12.5 pg/mL (53% versus 94%; P = 0.02). After treatment, IL-6 levels were >250-fold higher. Thirty-two of 38 patients had a decline in C-reactive protein plasma levels at 6 weeks. Conclusions: CNTO328 resulted in a PSA response rate of 3.8% and a RECIST stable disease rate of 23%. Declining C-reactive protein levels during treatment may reflect biological activity. Despite evidence of CNTO-mediated IL-6 inhibition, elevated baseline IL-6 levels portended a poor prognosis.
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Lipidomics in Diabetes and the Metabolic Syndrome
Richard W. Gross, Xianlin Han
Shotgun lipidomics, based on multi-dimensional mass spectrometric array analyses after multiplexed sample preparation and intrasource separation, has been recently advanced to a mature technique for the rapid and reproducible global analysis of cellular lipids. At its current stage, this technology enables us to analyze more than 20 lipid classes and thousands of individual lipid molecular species directly from lipid extracts of biologic samples. Following a brief introduction to the foundations underlying this rapidly expanding technology, we present detailed protocols used for the identification and quantitation of plasma triglycerides, determination of the human heart lipidome, and analysis of cellular cardiolipin molecular species. Through the use and practice of shotgun lipidomics, new insights into the cardiovascular pathobiology manifest in diabetes and the metabolic syndrome can be accrued.
Lipidomics and Bioactive Lipids
Specialized Analytical Methods and Lipids in Disease
Methods in Enzymology
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Medical problems Chemical Compounds
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Firearms Medicine & Life Sciences
Cardiolipins Medicine & Life Sciences
Triglycerides Medicine & Life Sciences
Gross, R. W., & Han, X. (2007). Lipidomics in Diabetes and the Metabolic Syndrome. In A. Brown (Ed.), Lipidomics and Bioactive Lipids: Specialized Analytical Methods and Lipids in Disease (pp. 73-90). (Methods in Enzymology; Vol. 433). https://doi.org/10.1016/S0076-6879(07)33004-8
Lipidomics in Diabetes and the Metabolic Syndrome. / Gross, Richard W.; Han, Xianlin.
Lipidomics and Bioactive Lipids: Specialized Analytical Methods and Lipids in Disease. ed. / Alex Brown. 2007. p. 73-90 (Methods in Enzymology; Vol. 433).
Gross, RW & Han, X 2007, Lipidomics in Diabetes and the Metabolic Syndrome. in A Brown (ed.), Lipidomics and Bioactive Lipids: Specialized Analytical Methods and Lipids in Disease. Methods in Enzymology, vol. 433, pp. 73-90. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0076-6879(07)33004-8
Gross RW, Han X. Lipidomics in Diabetes and the Metabolic Syndrome. In Brown A, editor, Lipidomics and Bioactive Lipids: Specialized Analytical Methods and Lipids in Disease. 2007. p. 73-90. (Methods in Enzymology). https://doi.org/10.1016/S0076-6879(07)33004-8
Gross, Richard W. ; Han, Xianlin. / Lipidomics in Diabetes and the Metabolic Syndrome. Lipidomics and Bioactive Lipids: Specialized Analytical Methods and Lipids in Disease. editor / Alex Brown. 2007. pp. 73-90 (Methods in Enzymology).
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Also, well, just curiosity.
Ruth Finnegan Author Interview
Time for the World to Learn From Africa is an educational book that brings forth the historical and characteristic details of Africa. Why was this an important book for you to write?
It goes back a long way. My first degree was in classical studies – Greek and Roman times – following my father. I really loved that and I could happily have spent all my life studying those deep ancient cultures. But the feeling grew on me that there just might be other cultures in the world worth studying.
I suppose that came from a mix of motives – moral, political, family values, missionary background. Also, well, just curiosity.
Why that should have led me specifically into a fascination with AFRICA I’m not sure, maybe reading the rather romantic accounts in Laurens van der Post’s books.
Anyhow I discovered that the way to learn about Africa was to study aanthropology. So I went back to Oxford to do that and found to my pleasure that the anthropologists there specialised in Africa. So without really having consciously planned it, p two years later I was in a remote West African village studying storytelling!
So that’s what started it off.
Resulting from this, what I really really wanted to achieve in writing the book was to get people interested in this amazing continent. Not only do many people not know very much about it, but there are also some very strange ideas and assumptions about it, mostly quite unjustifiable. Since I wanted to do something to dispels those ideas, I knew I just had to write the book.
I also felt another thing: that I have been lucky enough to have had access to a very good education which must have cost the state and my not-at-all-well-off parents a great deal It was, and still is, my duty to give something back.
So all that lay behind writing the book
What were some personal experiences that you felt helped you write this book?
I was fascinated by the field research I did on African storytelling. It became a very personal thing. I was living in a village remote from other people like myself – you had to walk 3 miles from the nearest road, balancing on a fallen tree across a raging torrent in the wet season, even in the dry pretty impassible (it was a good thing that I’d spent part of my childhood in an isolated cottage in Donegal so was reasonably ready for it). A very revolutionary experience for me. Actually, though hard in some ways, I look back on that year as an immensely rich and growing experience, an adventure!
I think that, as with many other anthropologists, that first field experience was a deeply intense experience, personal that you spend all your life drawing on, both intellectually and, somehow, emotionally.
I felt like this book was immensely informative and easy to consume. What is one thing you hope readers take away from your book?
The obvious thing of course is hoping to stimulate an interes in Africa, an awareness of ignorance (‘the beginning of wisdom’ – Plato was right) and thus a curiosity to know more.
But in my mind that’s perhaps not all of it. It’s also about opening readers’ minds not just to Africa but, wider, to a more general awareness of other cultures in the world beside the West, other lives and ways of living: that there’s something for us all to learn from them. That links into the motivation behind the new Balestier Press “Hearing Others’ Voices” series which I edit. The series includes books on other cultures such as the fascinating Native American knowledge systems or hunter-gatherer people like the Bushmen, and a series of volumes not just by celebrities like the current Astronomer Royal or the previous Archbishop of Canterbury but unknowns like the Vietnamese boat refugee arriving at the age of 3 and now a successful GP and professional singer, the charity shop worker who talks about his tattoos and his inexplicable visions, or the incredibly gifted creator of the famous Apple logo.
What for me lies behind all of these is the same curiosity that lay behind the Africa book – the first of the series. My interest in Africa is fuelled by a more general a passion to discover more about ways of life different from my own.
It has been wonderful experience – a privilege – learning about, and trying to convey something of, these many different lives and ways of living. We are not at an end yet, far from it.
In your research on this topic, was there anything that surprised you?
I suppose that now, looking back and thinking about it – I wasn’t really aware of it at the time – I’d say maybe two main things.
One was that I went out with rather grand romantic ideas about Africa being so “different” – but then discovered that beneath the surface differences, people were just people, just ordinary, like me: good bad, clever stupid, all that.
The other thing was more an intellectual discovery. In the west, at least until very recently and maybe still, we tend to think of language and literature as in a way the “top arts” (that fitted well of course with my training in classical languages and literature). So I began by taking it for granted that studying stories and story-telling would take me tothe heart of things, to what really mattered in the local,culture.
But no! Storytelling was hugely interesting of course and I have absolutely no regrets about focusing on it. But what I gradually came to see from my time in Africa was that, rather than the linguistic, the highest and most valued arts were to be found in drumming and dancing.
That taught me something about the (ethnocentric/culturally limited) views of my own culture, something I built on later in a book on “Communicating… “ The central theme of that was that though language in its many forms is indeed important in human cultures, there are also many other important modes in use, and that human communicating is in practice always multisensory.
Without the findings from my African experiences that is something about my own culture that I would never have noticed. And yes, that did indeed surprise me.
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It is a common notion that Africa has, and indeed ought to have, learned much from the west. This is not wrong; all cultures rightly learn from each other. But less is said of what there is to learn from Africa: from her stories, myths, music, proverbs, insights – and more. Here an acclaimed African scholar steps into the gap by uncovering for us something of the great legacy of African thought and practice in ways that will astonish many. Written with verve and authority and directed above all to students and sixth formers, this book will also delight and often surprise those who know something of Africa as well as those hitherto ignorant. Ruth Finnegan OBE FBA is Emeritus Professor The Open University, Foreign Associate of the Finnish Literature Bureau, and International Fellow of the American Folklore Society. An anthropologist and multi-award author, she has published extensively, chiefly on Africa, musical practice, and English urban life. Recent books include How is Language?, Fiji’s Music: Where Did It Come From?, her edited Entrancement: The Consciousness of Dreaming, Music and The World, and two prize-winning Africa-influenced novels Black Inked Pearl and Voyage of Pearl of the Seas.
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Time For The World To Learn From Africa
Time for the World to Learn From Africa by Ruth Finnegan is an educational book that brings forth the historical and characteristic details of Africa from the perspective of a seasoned academic and researcher. Ruth Finnegan provides great insights into the African civilization and authoritatively correct widely held misconceptions about the cultural, artistic and educational foundations of the prestigious continent. She does this by tendering empirical evidence both from her research and the documented findings of others; including African academics.
Finnegan’s plunge into the intricacies of the cultural heritage of the 2nd largest continent isn’t without credible basis. Her solid educational background in the humanities, combined with the experience she garnered while living and teaching in Africa helped set the stage for this well structured and informative book. She divides the book into 11 parts, 10 of which are dedicated to specific cultural and artistic aspects of Africa. She begins her journey to set the records straight by first attacking the notion that all cultural subsets of the African civilization are fundamentally alike. Finnegan debunks this misconception by citing examples of multiple African cultural groups that differ in their social, religious and economic forms.
In subsequent chapters, Finnegan backs up her claims that there is much for the world to learn from Africa by delving into the traditional, historical and often overlooked artistic archives of the continent. Her first stop is the literary uniqueness of African cultural groups. Here, she discusses expansively the nature of African literature; pointing out that members of that civilization while not abandoning written literary works, favored oral literary forms and performing arts. I enjoyed this part more than any other because Finnegan doesn’t just treat the subject superficially, rather, she digs deep and supplies detailed information on Africa’s admirable oral-literary expeditions.
Finnegan then proceeds to touch on another of Africa’s intriguing peculiarity: language. She’s quick to highlight the complexity and varying dimensions of African languages, refuting the claim that African Languages are on the whole primitive and devoid of the structure of their western counterparts. I savoured this part as I got to see the enthralling bits of African languages, especially their extremely tonal nature.
The next chapter looks at the place of panegyrics or praise poetry in African traditions and how the vastly stylish literary components of these praise songs or chants are inspiring to both African and non-African artists. In other chapters, Finnegan assesses other deeply entrenched cultural components of African civilizations including the creative use of drums for communication, the intriguing bond that exists between musical performance and dance in Africa, the elaborate attention given to names and the naming process, the role of proverbs in African communication and a host of other captivating African themes.
Finnegan’s attention to detail and comforting simplicity ensures that even high school students can benefit hugely from her findings. She writes in an engaging tone and pulls you tenderly through the pages of the book by using her sharp storytelling skills, allowing you to enjoy your exposure to the cultural and historical details.
Pages: 228 | ASIN: B07RJTBDNF
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Medieval Germany River Cruise - MS George Eliot
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Following embarkation in Mainz we enjoy a leisurely start with time to explore this pretty town, with its stunning Romanesque cathedral and timber-clad buildings, at the very scenic heart of the country’s famous winelands. Our cruise along the Main with its characteristic meandering bends takes us firstly to idyllic Miltenberg, a fantastically well-preserved medieval village set against a spectacular backdrop of lush green forests and rolling hillsides. Then it’s on to delightful Wertheim, off the well-trodden tourist trail, its ancient castle standing proud over the neat, pretty houses and colourful market square below.Further delights are uncovered as we arrive in Wurzburg, the most elegant of Bavarian cities, crowned by the stunning Baroque palace, a relic of a bygone age. Take the Romantic Road to Rothenburg on our optional tour for spectacular views of the river below as it winds its way through this fairy-tale land. The beauty of Bamberg never fails to enchant as our cruise arrives in undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and historic towns in Europe.Sitting atop lush green hills, the spires of the stunning cathedral stretch to the sky above, whilst below the winding streets and quaint squares are a delight to explore. More picture perfect views as we awake in historic Nuremberg, synonymous with the Second World War, but today an intriguing and stunning city once again with its ornate Gothic church and bustling market.
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Arrive in Mainz, where your great Bavarian adventure begins. Be welcomed aboard your five-star floating hotel by the dedicated crew, taking in the air of anticipation and excitement as you explore the luxury surroundings that you will call home for the next seven nights. Settle into your exceptionally well-equipped cabin, then get acquainted with your ship and fellow cruisers while you look forward to a delicious welcome dinner to start your cruise off in style.
Whether you decide to take breakfast in bed or set yourself up for the day at the plentiful buffet, afterward you can enjoy a morning exploring bustling Mainz on our guided tour. Dominating its skyline is the colossal six-towered 12th-century cathedral – Martinsdom – a pinnacle of German Romanesque architecture that houses a spectacular nave, many elaborate tombs and a peaceful colonnaded cloister. Also unmissable is Saint Stephen’s Church, which features nine breathtaking stained glass windows, created by the artist Marc Chagall, that bathe the interior in magical blue light. Book-lovers will appreciate the Gutenberg Museum, located in a gorgeous 17th-century building in Mainz’s Old Town, whose star attractions are two 1455 Gutenberg Bibles, among the first books ever printed. Of course, Mainz is also at the heart of Germany’s winelands, so it’s a pleasure to seek out a traditional wine tavern in the pastel-painted, timber-crisscrossed buildings of the old town to sample a glass. If you prefer beer, the vaulted chambers of the Eisgrub-Bräu beer hall are a fine place for a mug of the local dark brew. Back on board your floating boutique hotel in the afternoon, find a relaxing seat in the lounge to take in the lovely views of lush woodland and fertile vineyards seamlessly idling by. As evening approaches, why not enjoy an apéritif in the bar before choosing a table in the restaurant to enjoy the chef’s masterful creations for dinner?
MILTENBERG & WERTHEIM
Today we’re moored in Miltenberg, a beautifully preserved medieval village whose labyrinth of winding alleys and lanes begs exploration. And so, this morning we do exactly that, as our local guide shows us the highlights of this charming destination. Admire the impressive gatehouse which stands like a proud guardian of the village, and wander across the charming marketplace, lined by traditional fachwerk buildings instantly recognizable by their grids of timber framing.The story goes that locals were allowed free wood from the surrounding forests, hence the abundance of this architectural style. Highlights of this beautiful square include the trickling fountain, ornately carved from stone and complete with dancing cherubs, and the intricately detailed Gasthaus Zum Riesen, which claims to be Germany’s oldest tavern. In the afternoon we pass under Miltenberg’s red-brick bridge and continue to Wertheim, navigating the gentle meandering bends typical of the Main River. Relax and take in the scenery while sipping your choice of tea or coffee or maybe something a little more fortifying from the bar.Wertheim is completely off the main tourist trail, making it a delightful surprise, all the better for its untouched ambiance. We pass the fishing boats riding at anchor while admiring the muted colors of the sage-green, pale lilac and buttercup-yellow houses opposite. This afternoon, enjoy a carefully planned walking tour around this wonderfully intriguing town. A russet-walled 12th-century castle overlooks the old town, surveying the church spires, turrets and patchwork of multicolored buildings below. There’s time to explore here and, as you wander the quaint and colorful market square, look out for the blink-and-miss-it Zobelhaus, a contender for the narrowest house in Germany. This evening you’ll be served another delectable dinner, and overnight we cruise to Würzburg.
One of the delights of river cruising is indulging in complete relaxation, so this morning perhaps catch up on some reading or simply watch the world float by. This afternoon we arrive at elegant Würzburg, which contrasts with the quaint towns and villages you’ve encountered so far. We have a guided tour of this Bavarian city sitting resplendent on the banks of the Main, founded in the 10th century as the center of the kingdom known as Franconia. The impressive Marienberg Fortress overlooks the neat blocks of grand pastel-colored buildings punctuated by the spires and domes of the city’s many churches. The jewel in Würzburg’s illustrious crown is the Residenz, a magnificent Baroque palace that whisks you back to a more romantic age. Originally conceived to rival the Palace of Versailles in scale, it is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and features one of Germany’s most spectacularly ornate staircases and dozens of interconnecting rooms adorned with gorgeous frescoes, priceless tapestries, sculptures and paintings. There’s ample time to explore here as you wish before returning to the ship, enjoying another evening of exceptional cuisine and a drink in the bar as the pianist works his magic at the keyboard.
ROTHENBURG & OCHSENFURT
After breakfast we take a drive along the Romantic Road – the perfectly named route made up of a spellbinding procession of folkloric scenery, medieval towns, lofty castles and grand palaces, so picture-perfect they could all serve as film sets. We arrive at gorgeous Rothenburg, crowning a hill with glorious views over the meandering river below. The old town is cradled within immaculately preserved walls, and there’s time to explore its narrow, cobbled streets lined with tall gabled half-timbered houses.A short drive takes us to Ochsenfurt, nestled on the banks of the Main where our ship and another superb lunch await. This afternoon we explore this picturesque little town on a guided tour, with its romantic, half-timbered houses and ancient ramparts. Wander the old town, stopping to admire the façade of the town hall with its impressive mechanical clock and a lovely 13th-century church with its strikingly colorful interior before returning to the ship.
Another day dawns and this morning is free to enjoy the ship’s five-star facilities while admiring the magnificent undulating landscape. The foredeck features exquisite outdoor furnishing and there’s nothing quite as refreshing as the gentle breeze as we progress along the serene waters of the Main. Alternatively, why not find a quiet alfresco seat at the Lido Lounge at the stern of the ship and admire one enchanting vista after another?We moor this afternoon in Bamberg, undoubtedly one of the prettiest small towns in the whole of Europe and so precious that UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site. Planned by Emperor Heinrich II in the 11th century as a Franconian capital, it sits on seven lush green hills, a similar setting to the city whose grandeur it was meant to equal – Rome! You’ll discover its history and many architectural highlights on our informative tour led by a local guide, which takes in the exquisite Old Town and impressive multi-spired cathedral. Perhaps the most noticeable and intriguing landmark is Bamberg’s Old Town Hall, which sits on an island in the middle of the burbling river, flanked by bridges either side. From here you can also see ‘Little Venice’ – a delightful cluster of former fishermen’s houses built along the waterfront, mostly dating from the Middle Ages. Leaving Bamberg, we join the Main–Danube canal, a superb feat of engineering guiding us to our next fascinating stop, Nuremberg.
Of course, this Bavarian city is intriguing for its association with the Second World War, as the site of many pre-war Nazi rallies and, later, the war crimes trials. What’s little known, however, is that Nuremberg also captivates visitors with its cobbled streets with classic half-timbered houses, an enchanting castle (rebuilt after wartime bombings) and many historic landmarks. These include the Church of Saint Lawrence, a stunning example of Gothic architecture, and the intricate Church of Our Lady, which features a working mechanical clock dating from 1506 and overlooks the bustling Hauptmarkt square, itself renowned for its intricate fountain resembling a Gothic church tower. Amid all this splendor, spare a moment to taste Nuremberg’s famous gingerbread, perhaps stocking up with a packet to spice up the biscuit tin back home! Afterward, you return to the ship for your final dinner on board, perhaps selecting a local white from the wine list and, later, enjoying a coffee in the lounge with your travel companions while sharing memories of your exploration of Germany’s medieval heart.
DISEMBARK IN NUREMBERG
After breakfast, the crew bids you farewell before you disembark the ship.
Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a twin cabin with a limited number of single cabins available on all decks, at the relevant supplement. The price includes: Full board from dinner on your day of arrival until breakfast on your final day; if you choose to travel with us on any of the full day excursions by coach, a packed lunch will be provided. Anyone choosing to stay on the ship may of course have lunch in the restaurant Morning/afternoon tea and coffee All visits and excursions as mentioned Coach travel as mentioned The services of a Riviera River Cruises cruise director and concierge
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Everyone knows that the pandemic has impacted travel plans in recent months, but it’s now encouraging to see signs of recovery as countries re-open their borders and aircraft take to the skies. We can’t wait to start travelling again and we hope you’re looking forward to your forthcoming vacation more than ever.
We rigorously follow the guidance issued by the US Department of State and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. You can access the very latest information via the State Department and CDC.
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Please ensure that all medication is packed with your hand luggage and take adequate supplies for the length of your trip. Please check with your airline first to ensure you are compliant with current airport security regulations with regards to medication.
Whilst the travelling schedule on our holidays shall impose no problems for people of any age in normal physical health, we should like to point out that we visit many historical sites and often enjoy walking tours of various places of interest. Some holidays, therefore, may not be suitable for clients of greatly impaired mobility. If you have greatly impaired mobility then please contact us for further advice or click here to read more.
We would request that you bring the name, address and telephone number of your Primary Care Physician as this is usually required by insurance companies if you become ill.
If you have a physical disability or are undergoing medical treatment that may affect your ability to do the tour, and which you have not already informed us about, you must let us know in writing now. We will be able to advise you if the ship is equipped to meet your needs. If you do not inform us, the ship’s Captain may refuse passage or your travel insurance may become invalid.
No immunizations are required to travel to European destinations.
You may wish to take a basic first aid kit with you.
Take high-factor sunscreen, a hat and insect repellent if you are travelling in the summer.
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): sitting immobile for long periods of time in aircraft, trains or coaches may increase the risk of DVT. Recent major surgery or hip/knee replacement can also increase DVT risk. Drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol, move your ankles and toes and get up and walk around regularly. For more information, see your physician.
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If you have any concerns about your health while on the cruise please see your tour manager. They will be able to advise you about pharmacies, drug stores and the availability of doctors.
There will be occasions when the tour manager isn’t immediately available and in this case the ship crew should be able to help. In an emergency you could always phone our emergency number as issued on your itinerary.
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NEWS: POWERWOLF – Release ‘Blessed & Possessed’ Lyric Video
While storming the official German album charts with a Best Of album at a phenomenal position of #2, Powerwolf prove, metal is alive, healthy and they are the leaders of the one and only metal mass. Their new album, “Best Of The Blessed“, shows no sign of slowing down: Powerwolf truly deserve the title for one of the most successful metal bands of modern times, while “Best Of The Blessed“ is showcasing an impressive career of more than 15 years being the high priests of heavy metal in glorious style!
With their 2015-album, “Blessed & Possessed”, Powerwolf achieved Gold status for the first time and stayed at the Top of the charts for more than nine weeks, followed by several number #1 records. Celebrating its 5th album anniversary this year, the band has just premiered a brand new lyric video to their sing-along classic and album title track! Become blessed and possessed, and watch the new Powerwolf clip
On their new album, “Best Of The Blessed“, Powerwolf deliver more than just another Best Of collection. Released on July 3rd, 2020, via Napalm Records, the album is featuring 16 metal anthems and timeless classics by the band, while several tracks are shrouded in a brand new shape. Crushing, new versions of hits such as “We Drink Your Blood”, “Kiss of the Cobra King” or the ultimate festival hymn, “Resurrection by Erection”, turn this very special album into a soundtrack to explore Powerwolf as fans have never heard them before! But, also Powerwolf’s captivating live performances are highlighted on “Best Of The Blessed“: this must-have magnum opus will include 14 Live tracks; the available LP Box Edition and Earbook will even get you more of the band’s incredible live sound.
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Chris Jericho had COVID-19 in September
By Richard Nagpe January 13, 2021 Sports 0 Comments
Chris Jericho shared some interesting news during the latest episode of his podcast, Talk is Jericho. Dr. Alex Patel, a critical care ICU doctor based in Toronto, Canada, was the guest for the episode as the two men talked about the COVID-19 pandemic.
It turns out that Jericho tested positive for the coronavirus around September, but had no symptoms.
“It’s interesting because I haven’t really told anyone this, but I tested positive maybe back in September. I had zero symptoms. I had my 10 days in isolation and stayed away from everybody. I didn’t have a symptom, I didn’t even know I had it. I went and got a test in general and they said I was positive. I was like, ‘Really? Are you serious? I didn’t have anything, I didn’t have a headache, I didn’t have a cough, which I guess is a very lucky thing. On top of that, once I did have it, it wasn’t a false positive, I took three different tests and they’re all positive. Now, I have the antibodies.”
Jericho brought up how when he gets tested for AEW events, he takes a blood test that still shows he has antibodies. He added that at the time, he lost his taste and was trying to remember the taste of orange juice.
The former AEW World Heavyweight Champion has received criticism for his stance on COVID-19 throughout the ongoing global health crisis. He got heat back in August for doing Fozzy concerts in South Dakota, and North Dakota, and Fort Madison. Nick Jackson just confirmed that he previously had the virus.
You can listen to the entire interview by clicking on the player below (Jericho talking about having COVID-19 can be found around the 8:24 mark):
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The Historical Atlas of New York City
by Eric Homberger
Now in its third edition, The Historical Atlas of New York City, takes us, neighborhood by neighborhood, through four hundred years of Gotham’s rich past, from the city’s initial settlement of 270 people in thirty log houses; to John Jacob Astor’s meteoric rise from humble fur trader to the richest, most powerful man in the city; the fascinating ethnic mixture that is modern Queens; and the new “Freedom Tower” at One World Trade Center. With full-color maps, charts, photographs, drawings, and mini-essays, this encyclopedic volume also traces the historical development and cultural relevance of such iconic New York thoroughfares as Fifth Avenue, Wall Street, Park Avenue, and Broadway. This fully revised and updated edition brings the Atlas up to the present, including new spreads of the One World Trade Center site. A fascinating chronicle of the life of a metropolis, the striking third edition of The Historical Atlas of New York City provides a vivid and unique perspective on the nation’s cultural capital.
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Social Media Leads to Spread of Misinformation
Natalie Ishioka, Staff Writer|June 11, 2020
From ads to arguments, it is not uncommon to log onto any social media page and see an overflow of political opinions, even more so as elections draw nearer.
When used as a tool, social media can be a useful forum to discuss ideas and to pass on information, but when it is used improperly, social media can be used to spread slanderous rumors and things can be taken out of context. It is also much easier to say things in a tweet or post than it is when talking to people face to face. This can ruin someone’s reputation if they speak (or post) without thinking.
“I feel that by having social media it could expose people to a new belief that they would not have been exposed to otherwise,” Juliana Riley ‘22 said “I also feel like it is a platform that some people could use to broadcast their belief and that could sway people in a way without the swaying party knowing everything about that political standpoint and ultimately be against their beliefs. I think social media and influencers can paint a very biased view on candidates and because it is so easy to get information people do not dig deeper to differentiate between what is fact and what is opinion for themselves. It also keeps candidates with less of a campaign or media presence less space to talk about their policies, which can lead to very one sided elections, especially if someone does not want to vote for the person in the limelight and they do not know anything about lesser known candidates.”
Nate Shannon, Michigan state Representative, uses social media to publicly state his beliefs and to act on the things he cares about.
“This day in age social media plays a large role in people’s opinions about politicians,” Shannon said. “It is unfortunately being used more and more to disseminate misinformation. Social media is so important for me to get information out to my constituents. If someone were to check my social media pages, they would see that I post things that inform people about important issues or to announce public events that they can participate in. Finally, similarly to my previous answer, social media has its downsides. Misinformation or bullying happens to politicians too. It is sad that people feel emboldened to behave in a way that they would not in person.”
Social Media, like most technological advancements, is a double edged sword. It can help people in many ways, but it can also cause severe damage.
“Social media can affect someone’s reputation by many negative remarks someone makes to the individual,” Kleio Zografi ‘21 said. “Someone can easily make a rude remark or spread a rumor about a person, whether fake or true, and other people can share or repost it and that can lead to internet attacks. These attacks then will mentally affect the person and can cause depression, or suicidal thoughts or even anger. I think social media is the biggest controller of the flow of information because someone can easily post a shocking statement or ‘fake news’ and this can spread within minutes to millions of people around the world. I think it can have a negative or positive effect on the flow of information.”
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SGAICO – Swiss Group for Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Science
The Special Interest Group for Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Science brings together researchers, practitioners and other parties interested in the subjects of artificial intelligence and cognitive science (AI/CO).
SGAICO pursues the goal of promoting intelligent technologies for innovation in our society. It provides a platform for exchange on AI/CO between industry and universities.
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The Sympathy Vote
Observe Oskar Schell, the nine-year-old hero of Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer. Oskar’s father was killed in the attack on the Twin Towers, and Oskar himself is just as shattered. Alone, he wanders New York for months, seeking the lock for a key he believes was left him by his father, keeping his profound terror at bay by wearing all white clothes and banging on a tambourine. Oskar is a diminutive child with immense impact. Safran Foer takes poetic license as his due and employs suspension of reality as a given. Yet I found Oskar, grieving and determined, completely believable. I’ve raised two sensitive sons who didn’t always do what was expected or take the easy route. They and Oskar advise me to be thoughtful of others whose condition I may have misjudged through my own harsh point of view.
My oldest grandson, hesitant, cautious, brilliant, and imaginative, could be Oskar. My oldest granddaughter, adventurous, independent, creative, and fearless, could be Oskar. I’ve taught and mentored so many children over thirty-plus years, that I know the quirky kid whose lens is smeared, is the one who sees things accurately. Wearing white symbolically projects peace and innocence, while making noise routs the monsters under the stairs and makes them scrabble to darker corners. I read the book ten years ago and still recall many details, imprinted on me because they resounded with me. I care about Oskar enough to have remembered his story. He’s a sympathetic character.
We identify with sympathetic characters. Against the odds, we love these people. We ache for them, cry with them, wish they would wise up, and hope they prevail by the end of the book. They remind us that to be flawed is to be human, to cower is to yearn, to try to be heroic means sometimes we end up an ordinary schlub.
Nothing ordinary about my next sympathetic character. It’s Death, usually portrayed in a hooded cloak covering his entire body, only his skeleton hand showing around the grip of his curved scythe, perhaps a ghoulish grin on his skull face. We all fear him. He has no mercy nor any compassion for the people he takes with a slash of his scythe, nor for the ones he leaves behind.
But this isn’t the Death in Markus Zuzaks’s The Book Thief. Death is a gentle creature who lifts the soul out of the body and carries it away in his arms. In his words:
I do, however, try to enjoy every color I see – the whole spectrum…It takes the edge off the stress. It helps me relax…
The smiling teddy bear sat huddled among the crowded wreckage of the man and the blood. A few minutes later, I took my chance. The time was right.
I walked in, loosened his soul, and carried it gently away.
All that was left was the body; the dwindling smell of smoke, and the smiling teddy bear.
…It kills me sometimes how people die.
This Death is an observer who lingers, one who is haunted by the humans whose lives he changes, by those who are left behind. He connects with the people who don’t even know he’s there.
My mom lives in a residence for those who suffer with memory loss so severe they can no longer communicate in any familiar cognitive semblance. I hope that when my mom’s ravaged body finally lets her go, this is the Death who will come for her and lift her soul gently. Oh, I hope it for myself as well one day. And because this Death is so tender and merciful, I feel kinship with him. What a terrible job he does so well, another sympathetic character.
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan by Lisa See is on its surface a story of the last generation of Chinese girls whose feet were bound, crippling them but making them desirable brides. Lily and Snow Flower are pledged as laotong, improvised sisters by the incidence of the constellations at the time of their birth. Together they suffer the excruciating pain of the foot binding process. They spend hours locked in the women’s room with each other, and when apart send secret letters to the other, written in a poetic cipher called nu shu, inscribed on the pleats of a fan. Lily eventually realizes that she’s been duped into accepting Snow Flower as her better when it was Lily all along who deserved the most honored position.
Or was Snow Flower’s duplicity meant to protect her from a terrible life while convincing Lily of their equal status? Each of these same-same friends looks in a mirror and sees a lie, but each also sees deception where perhaps there was only a wretched social condition thrust upon them by centuries of cultural restrictions so bizarre that little girls’ feet were broken to make them attractive to men. Bound feet, bound lives, secrecy, and imposed social status enslave the girls while their fan reveals their deepest longings.
I kept a diary as a kid, I keep a journal now, and I write stories that expose aspects of my life. Couched as fiction, you’ll never know when I dissemble or lie or if I tell the truth. I’ve had best friends and left some of them behind, painfully, when the relationship changed too much for us to bear. I’m not always honorable, but nearly always beset by flaws. Noble and damaged, Lily and Snow Flower are both sympathetic characters. Were someone to use me as a model for their book, I hope I’d be viewed as tenderly as these laotong.
Books about sympathetic characters are readable because we find ourselves on the pages, sometimes with a guide to redeem our own sorry selves.
See you on the pages in between.
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Sheep Producers Australia (SPA) is seeking an experienced Executive Chairperson to join its passionate and skills-based Board for 6 months, with the possibility of an extension, to implement the new governance structure and processes of the organisation.
Sheep Producers Australia Limited (SPA) is the nation’s peak body representing and leading the national and international interests of lamb and sheepmeat producers in Australia.
SPA was launched on 14 November 2017, replacing Sheepmeat Council of Australia, following a vote by members of to adopt a new governance framework and transition to a company limited by guarantee.
The Executive Chairperson role is a new position on the Board, therefore candidates should have experience at the Board level and the capacity to commit adequate time to ensuring the new governance structures are implemented.
The successful candidate will embody integrity, drive, enthusiasm and professionalism. Energy and the ability to continually promote SPA’s culture of quality service delivery to its members and a supportive and collaborative work environment is essential.
Interested applicants are invited to call Tracie at Carnovale Recruitment on 0404 979206 for a copy of a detailed Position Description. A covering letter of no more than two pages detailing relevant skills and experience against the criteria (listed in the position description) and a current CV are to be emailed to [email protected] no later than 9am, Monday 4 December 2017.
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The Little Church is open from 9:30 AM — 9:00 PM each day for private prayer, with a maximum of 1/3 of church capacity permitted at one time. Masks must be worn and social distancing must be observed while in the church. Sanitizer is available.
Baptisms are permitted outside of Mass by following the appropriate precautions.
Funeral and wedding Masses may be held with a limit of 1/3 of church capacity in attendance and following all necessary guidelines.
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For the safety of all, please remember to follow appropriate protocols and do not come to Mass if you have been in "close contact" with someone who is sick — or if you are experiencing symptoms or are awaiting test results. Thank you for helping to keep everyone safe!
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There will be NO Healing Mass with the Life in the Spirit Charismatic Prayer Group in January. Our next Healing Mass is tentatively planned for Wednesday, February 10 at 7:30 PM in the Little Church.
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Saturdays in the Main Church: 3:00 – 3:45 PM in English • 5:30 ‐ 6:45 PM in Spanish
Wednesdays in the Main Church: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
The priest will be located in the back corner of the church behind a screen and near the tabernacle. Confessors will enter the church (one at a time) when directed and will stand on the spot marked on the floor that is about six feet away from the priest. After finishing with their confession, they will exit the church via the route instructed.
Church doors will be open so that no one is touching door handles. People waiting for confession will have to stand in the Gathering Space. Helpers will direct “traffic” and make sure that social distancing is maintained.
For information about First Penance (Reconciliation) for children, please click here.
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Additional confession opportunities are offered during the seasons of Lent and Advent. We offer Parish Reconciliation Services during these seasons, with visiting priests available for individual confessions.
If you wish to make an appointment for another confession time with a priest of the parish, please contact the Parish Center at 410-833-1696 or parish@shgparish.org.
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For the hospitalized or homebound who are unable to attend Mass and wish to receive Holy Communion, please contact the Parish Office. Mass is celebrated at FutureCare Cherrywood Nursing Home on the 2nd Wednesday at 10:30 AM (in normal times).
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For details about high school confirmation, please visit the Faith Formation for Youth webpage to learn about the Youth Ministry program.
Confirmation is a requirement to be a godparent or a sponsor for Confirmation. If you are over 18 and have never been confirmed, please contact us:
Michele Hunter
Coordinator of RCIA and Adult Faith Formation
mhunter@shgparish.org
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Getting married? Congratulations!
Couples planning to celebrate their wedding liturgy at our parish should contact any Sacred Heart priest or deacon at least six months before the anticipated date. (Please do not set a date before doing this.) If you have a friend or relative who is a priest or deacon, he is welcome to preside at the liturgy. Weddings are celebrated on Saturdays at 10AM, 12PM, and 2PM.
The preparation for marriage includes personal, legal, liturgical, and practical elements. The priest or deacon will guide you through this: scheduling, the wedding liturgy (and music), flowers, photography, required documents, and more, including COVID-related guidelines.
The church wedding fee is $300 for Sacred Heart parishioners or $750 for non-parishioners. There is also a fee of $150 for a cantor and $250 for the organist.
As a rule, Sacred Heart will be the parish of either the bride or the groom. With the permission of the home parishes of the bride and/or the groom, weddings where the bride and groom are not members of Sacred Heart may take place here. Visit ForYourMarriage.org for a comprehensive guide to Catholic weddings, marriage, and family life!
Sign up for marriage preparation
The couple is required by Archdiocesan regulations to participate in one of the following formal marriage preparation programs:
Sponsor Couple: Highly recommended! The engaged couple works with a Sacred Heart mentor couple in their home. A flexible meeting schedule is arranged to accommodate all parties. Contact Glenn and Sharon Jockle at gjockle@verizon.net for details.
Engaged Encounter: A weekend retreat experience at a Baltimore area location from Friday evening through Sunday afternoon. Click here for details.
Marriage Preparation Seminars (Pre-Cana): 9 total hours of presentation on various topics, usually held on Friday evenings and Saturdays at Sacred Heart and other area parishes. Click for details from the Archdiocese of Baltimore or contact Glenn and Sharon Jockle at gjockle@verizon.net.
The priest or deacon can provide brochures for these various options, and the brochures are available at the Parish Center. You can also view helpful information from the Archdiocese of Baltimore about marriage preparation and natural family planning.
What happens at a Catholic wedding
Sacraments 101: Matrimony
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Follow the Way of Love (USCCB)
Statement on Bill Redefining Marriage (Archdiocese of Baltimore)
Catholic Marriage Resources: For Your Marriage
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Anointing at Sacred Heart
The sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is celebrated at least twice annually at designated weekend Masses. This sacrament is always available upon request. Parishioners may contact the Parish Office to arrange to be anointed prior to surgery or to be visited at home when ill.
The sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick used to be called Extreme Unction, latinized words that mean "last anointing". But since the Second Vatican Council, the richness of the sacrament has been better appreciated. It is not intended primarily for the dying, although it is administered appropriately at the time of one's last illness and approaching death and is a fitting preparation for our journey through death into eternity. However, it is also intended as a very special, sacramental prayer for healing during any illness.
When to request the sacrament
A Catholic should request the sacrament whenever a serious illness occurs and also prior to surgeries, which always carry a certain risk of complications. It may be administered only by a priest (or bishop), and it brings with it special blessings to those who receive it reverently, in addition to its power to bring healing, including the forgiveness of all past sins. (Despite this last benefit of forgiveness, it may be appropriate for a person to celebrate the sacrament of Reconciliation [Confession] at an opportune time when he or she has recovered.) In the case of a chronic or long term illness, it is fitting to repeat the sacrament periodically (perhaps every six months) or whenever there is an acute spike in the illness which may be serious or life-threatening.
Life is not ended
Funeral fees
"For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life." — John 3:16
In the face of death, the Church confidently proclaims that God has created each person for eternal life and that Jesus, the son of God, by His death and resurrection, has broken the chains of sin and death that bound humanity. This saving mystery is at the center of the Church's life.
At the death of a Christian, whose life of faith was begun in the waters of baptism and strengthened at the Eucharistic table, the Church intercedes on behalf of the deceased because of its confident belief that death is not the end nor does it break the bonds forged in life. The Church also ministers to the sorrowing and consoles them in the funeral rites with the comforting word of God and the sacrament of the Eucharist. Christians celebrate these rites to offer worship, praise, and thanksgiving to God for the gift of a life which has now been returned to God, the author of life and the hope of the just.
"If one member suffers in the body of Christ which is the Church, all the members suffer with that member." — 1 Cor. 12:12
The celebration of the Christian funeral brings hope and consolation to the living as the Christian community affirms and expresses the union of the Church on earth with the Church in heaven in the one great communion of saints. Though separated from the living, the dead are still at one with the community of believers on earth and benefit from their prayers and intercession.
To begin the preparations for planning a funeral at Sacred Heart, please contact:
Kevin Callahan, Director of Music Ministry
kcallahan@shgparish.org
You can also contact the Parish Office. Our planning guide is designed to help you and your family prepare the readings, hymns, and use of Christian symbols in the liturgy which best reflect your prayer to God at the time of the death of one whom you love.
Fees for funerals
Funeral Mass or Memorial Mass at Sacred Heart Church:
$450 — Sacred Heart parishioners
$600 — non-parishioners
This fee includes:
$125 organist, $125 cantor, $100 celebrant, and $100 church or $50 church / $50 committal
Funeral Liturgy at a Funeral Home:
$200 — payable to the celebrant
Committal (if alone or separate from a Funeral Mass or Liturgy): $100
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Whilst studying fashion at London’s prestigious Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, Deepa beaded couture pieces for Alexander McQueen, Emanuel Ungaro, Fendi and Marjan Pejoski. Working closely with these designers not only enabled Deepa to understand couture standards of quality and finish but also compelled her to experiment with new and unusual beading and embroidery techniques. Combining this experience with her own distinct style and sensibility, inspired her to create her own line.
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In 2005, Jay Lakhani and Deepa Gurnani came together and became husband and wife. After their marriage, the two designers collaborated and launched their label “Deepa Gurnani”. The duo combined their talents to create a line of unique and distinctive embroidered accessories, which continues to amaze, and inspire fans, season after season. Their first line was launched at Henri Bendel’s, NYC in November 2006 and subsequently sold in various stores across the globe.
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Home Matter & Energy New design produces true lithium-air battery
New design produces true lithium-air battery
New design produces true lithium air battery
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago and at Argonne National Laboratory have designed a new lithium-air battery that works in a natural-air environment and still functioned after a record-breaking 750 charge/discharge cycles. Their findings are reported in the journal Nature.
“Our lithium-air battery design represents a revolution in the battery community,” said Amin Salehi-Khojin, assistant professor of mechanical and industrial engineering and co-corresponding author of the paper. “This first demonstration of a true lithium-air battery is an important step toward what we call ‘beyond lithium-ion’ batteries, but we have more work to do in order to commercialize it.”
Lithium-air batteries — believed to be able to hold up to five times more energy than the lithium-ion batteries that power our phones, laptops and electric vehicles — have been tantalizing to battery researchers for years. But several obstacles have plagued their development.
The batteries would work by combining lithium present in the anode with oxygen from the air to produce lithium peroxide on the cathode during the discharge phase. The lithium peroxide would be broken back down into its lithium and oxygen components during the charge phase.
Unfortunately, experimental designs of such lithium-air batteries have been unable to operate in a true natural-air environment due to the oxidation of the lithium anode and production of undesirable byproducts on the cathode that result from lithium ions combining with carbon dioxide and water vapor in the air. These byproducts gum up the cathode, which eventually becomes completely coated and unable to function. These experimental batteries have relied on tanks of pure oxygen — which limits their practicality and poses serious safety risks due to the flammability of oxygen.
“A few others have tried to build lithium-air battery cells, but they failed because of poor cycle life,” said Larry Curtiss, co-principal author and Argonne Distinguished Fellow.
The UIC-Argonne research team overcame these challenges by using a unique combination of anode, cathode and electrolyte — the three main components of any battery — to prevent anode oxidation and buildup of battery-killing byproducts on the cathode and allow the battery to operate in a natural-air environment.
They coated the lithium anode with a thin layer of lithium carbonate that selectively allows lithium ions from the anode to enter the electrolyte while preventing unwanted compounds from reaching the anode.
In a lithium-air battery, the cathode is simply where the air enters the battery. In experimental designs of lithium-air batteries, oxygen, together with all the other gases that make up air, enters the electrolyte through a carbon-based spongy lattice structure.
Salehi-Khojin and his colleagues coated the lattice structure with a molybdenum disulfate catalyst and used a unique hybrid electrolyte made of ionic liquid and dimethyl sulfoxide, a common component of battery electrolytes, that helped facilitate lithium-oxygen reactions, minimize lithium reactions with other elements in the air and boost efficiency of the battery.
“The complete architectural overhaul we performed on this battery by redesigning every part of it, helped us enable the reactions we wanted to occur and prevent or block those that would ultimately cause the battery to go dead,” said Salehi-Khojin.
The UIC team built, tested, analyzed and characterized the battery cells. The Argonne group, together with colleagues at UIC and California State University, carried out the computational analyses.
Mohammad Asadi, Baharak Sayahpour, Pedram Abbasi, Anh T. Ngo, Klas Karis, Jacob R. Jokisaari, Cong Liu, Badri Narayanan, Marc Gerard, Poya Yasaei, Xuan Hu, Arijita Mukherjee, Kah Chun Lau, Rajeev S. Assary, Fatemeh Khalili-Araghi, Robert F. Klie, Larry A. Curtiss, Amin Salehi-Khojin. A lithium–oxygen battery with a long cycle life in an air-like atmosphere. Nature, 2018; 555 (7697): 502 DOI: 10.1038/nature25984
The experimental lithium-air battery.
Credit: Amin Salehi-Khojin
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OFFICIAL FINISHERS: 52nd SCORE Baja 1000
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BFGoodrich Tires 52nd SCORE Baja 1000,
presented by 4 Wheel Parts
Season-finale of the four-race 2019 SCORE World Desert Championship
Nov. 23-24, 2019—800.5 miles–Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico
TOTAL STARTERS: 264, TOTAL FINISHERS: 145 (54.92 percent)
(from 39 U.S. States, host Mexico, Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Columbia, Ecuador, England, Finland, France, India, Italy, Japan,
Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Peru, Qatar, Spain)
OFFICIAL FINISHERS
Pro Cars, Trucks & UTVs
(Number, driver/rider of record/additional drivers/riders, vehicle, engine, time)
SCORE TROPHY TRUCK (Unlimited CustomTrucks including Builder)—1. 10 Alan Ampudia, 28, Ensenada, Mexico/Aaron Ampudia, 26, Ensenada, Mexico/Rodrigo Ampudia, 34, Ensenada, Mexico, Ford Raptor (ID), 16:10:36 (49.48 mph); 2. 76 Jesse Jones, 53, Litchfield Park, Ariz./Toby Price, 32, Australia/Nasser Al-Attiyah, 48, Qatar, Ford F-250 (Mason), 16:21:06; 3. 83 Luke McMillin, 26, San Diego/Larry Roeseler, 62, Imperial, Calif., Ford F-150 (Racer), 16:21:33; 4. 89 Mike Walser, 52, Comfort, Texas/Luke Johnson, 27, Sun City, Calif., Chevy Silverado (Mason), 17:19;40; 5. 11 Rob MacCachren, 54, Las Vegas/Justin B. Smith, Las Vegas, Ford F-150 (Geiser), 17:24:12; 6. 32 Ryan Arciero, 46, Foothill Ranch, Calif./Dan McMillin, 31, San Diego, Ford F-150 (Herbst-Smith), 18:11:17; 7. 30 Robbie Pierce, 60, Alpine, Calif./Rafael Navarro IV, 26, Temecula, Calif., Ford Raptor (Jimco),18:27:42; 8. 85 Michael Lawrence, 31, Banning, Calif., Ford F-150 (Herbst-Smith), 19:11:12; 9. 50 Zak Langley, 44, Manhattan Beach, Calif./Kyle Jergensen, 23, Oak Hills, Calif., Ford F-150 (ESM), 19:38:07; 10. 45 Gary Magness, 45, Denver/Devin Housh, 37, Desert Hot Springs, Calif., Ford F-150 (Herbst-Smith), 19:42:51; 11. 9 Carlos ‘Apdaly’ Lopez, 24, Tecate, Mexico/Juan C. Lopez, Tecate, Mexico, Chevy Rally Truck (Geiser), 20:04:54; 12. 42 Casey Mears, 41, Scottsdale, Ariz./Doug Fortin Jr, 49, Alpine, Calif., Ford Raptor (Geiser), 20:57:52; 13. 31 Andy McMillin, 32, San Diego/Bryce Menzies, 32, Las Vegas, Chevy Silverado (Mason), 22:03:12; 14. 44 Jayson Strachan, 45, Salt Lake City, Utah/Bill Apgood, Salt Lake City/Kendall Bringhurst, American Ford, Utah/James Burman, Heber City, Utah, Ford F-150 (Geiser), 22:07:52; 15. 14 Bobby Pecoy, 55, Anaheim, Calif./Mike Byrd, 47, Parker, Ariz./Greg Distefano, San Clemente, Calif./Scott Conley, La Jolla, Calif./Cameron Steele, 51, San Clemente, Calif., Ford Raptor (Geiser), 22:57:16; 16. 77 Robby Gordon, 50, Charlotte, N.C./Damen Jefferies, Apple Valley, Calif., Chevy Silverado (Custom), 24:04:39; 17. 41 Justin Lofton, 33, Brawley, Calif./Derek Balcunas, 37, Hemet, Calif./Ray Griffith, 31, Downey, Calif., Ford Raptor (Jimco), 24:46:16.(28 Starters, 17 Finishers)
SCORE TT LEGEND (Unlimited Custom Trucks, including builder, Drivers over 50 years old) —1. 37L Rolf Helland, 60, Morris, Ill./Rick D. Johnson, 53, Barstow, Calif., Ford Raptor (Geiser) (42.01mph), 19:03:13 (42.38 mph); 2. 5L Clyde Stacy, 74, Bristol, Va./Nick Vanderwey, 52, Phoenix/Todd Wylie, Phoenix, Chevy Rally Truck V-16 (Geiser), 19:06:10; 3. 55L Jose de jesus Flores, 56, Culiacan, Mexico/Oskar Slingerland, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico (Netherlands)/Andrea Tomba, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, Chevy Silverado (Jimco), 24:08:32; 4. 25L Mark Winkelman, 61, Cedar Hills, Texas/Charles Manchester, 55, Stateline, Nev./Ricardo de la Pena, 40, Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., Chevy Silverado (Jimco), 28:18:43
(6 Starters, 4 Finishers)
CLASS 1 (Unlimited open-wheel single or two-seaters)—1. 162 Brendan Gaughan, 44, Las Vegas/R.J. Anderson, 26, Menifee, Calif./Buddy Feldkamp, 39, Redlands, Calif./Billy Goerke, 45, Las Vegas, HMS-Chevy, 20:57:38 (38.19mph); 2. 129 Brandon Bailey, 38, Riverside, Calif./Jason Dudley, 40, Hemet, Calif., Alumi Craft-Chevy, 22:07:40; 3. 105 Mason Cullen, 20, Long Beach, Calif./Matt Cullen, 51, Long Beach, Calif./Brian Busby, 49, Newport Beach, Calif./Mike Lombardi, 50, Long Beach, Calif./Chuck Sacks, 63, Lake Elsinore, Calif./Louie Silva, Murrieta, Calif., Jimco-Chevy, 25:25:03. (12 Starters, 3 Finishers)
TROPHY TRUCK SPEC (unlimited Truck/SUV, stock, sealed engines) —1. 279 Austin ‘A.J.’ Jones, 23, Litchfield Park, Ariz./Broc Heger, Brawley, Calif., TSCO-Chevy, 17:53:57 (44.72 mph); 2. 204 Sara Price, 27, Canyon Lake, Calif., Geiser-Chevy, 19:28:39; 3. 261 Jeff Bader, 38, Ladera Ranch, Calif./Daniel Hutson, 30, Garden Grove, Calif./Dan Fresh, 52, Dana Point, Calif., Brenthel-Chevy, 19:30:19; 4. 299 Charles Dorrance, 44, Austin, Texas/Chuck Dempsey, 50, Oak Hills, Calif./Dylan Herman, Reno, Nev./Justin Davis, 26, Chino Hills, Calif., Geiser-Chevy, 20:38:40; 5. 269 Guillermo Zamacona, 38, Mexico City, Mexico/Carlos Larranaga, 39, La Paz, Mexico/Isak Frayle, 28, La Paz, Mexico, Jimco-Ford, 22:29:59; 6. 237 Robert Malone, 59, Durango, Colo./Jack Crownover, 47, Richmond, Texas/Cody Johnson, 29, Porter, Texas/Johnny Hall, 52, Spring, Texas/Tim Kunch, 44, Durango, Colo., Brenthel-Chevy, 22:55:19; 7. 232 Chelsea Magness, 31, Denver/Matt Robinson, 34/Steve Knudson, Desert Hot Springs, Calif., Ford F-150 (Herbst-Smith), 23:16:47; 8. 274 Elias Hanna, 36, Ensenada, Mexico/Francisco Verdugo, Ensenada, Mexico/Pablo Avila, Ensenada, Mexico, HN-Chevy 1500, 23:34:12; 9. 240 Bobby Patton, 56, Fort Worth, Texas/Barry Karakas, Oak Hills, Calif./Tim Vail, Houston, Jimco-Chevy, 23:43:15; 10. 208 Andrew Entwistle, 60, Austin, Texas (New York, N.Y.)/Moses Smith, 43, Cresson, Texas/John Andrew Entwistle, 21, Austin, Texas/Daniel Matthews, 29, Round Rock, Texas/Andrew Morris, Dallas, Brenthel-Chevy, 23:44:46; 11. 250 John Langley, 76, Manhattan Beach, Calif./Steve Hengeveld, 43, Flagstaff, Ariz./Joe Lombardo, 56, Las Vegas, Mason-Chevy, 26:13:57; 12. 218 Chad Dohrman, 36, Murrieta, Calif./Tim Weston, 33, Corona, Calif./Andrew Ortiz, 33, Menifee, Calif./Charlie Hutchinson, 38, Apple Valley, Calif., Get-Ford, 27:01:09; 13. 211 Pat Sims, 52, Eunice, N.M./ Jeffrey Wilson, 24, Boulder City, Nev./Tim Wilson, 22, Boulder City, Nev., ESM-Chevy, 27:33:22. (22 Starters, 13 Finishers)
CLASS 2 (unrestricted cars/trucks including turbo and superchargers) —1. 2022 Darren Skilton, 52, Long Beach, Calif./Viry Felix, Ensenada, Mexico/John Krellwitz/Jono Vizcardo/Pat Smith/Mike Rossey, Detroit, Mich., SCG Boot-Chevy, 33:59:14 (23.55mph)
(2 Starters, 1 Finisher)
HAMMER TRUCK UNLIMITED (unlimited, 4-wheel drive Rock Crawler)—1. 4402 Casey Currie, 35, Norco, Calif./Aaron Quesada, 39, Riverside, Calif./Cody Currie, 33, Orange, Calif./Jonny Mallet, 30, Canyon Lake, Calif./Justin Marquand, 32, Corona, Calif., Jeep Wrangler, 21:54:34 (36.54); 2. 4405 Shannon Campbell, 49, Gilbert, Ariz./Wayland Campbell, 24, Gilbert, Ariz./Bailey Campbell, 22, Gilbeert, Ariz./Brian Kirby, 41, Rowland Heights, Calif./Ryan Miller, 41, Tucson, Ariz./Bryan Crofts, 36, Queen Creek, Ariz., Campbell Enterprises-Turnkey, 25:52:41.(4 Starters, 2 Finishers)
CLASS 10 (Limited, sealed engine, single or two-seaters) —1. 1008 Chase Warren, 29, Phoenix/Martin Richardson, 41, La Mesa, Calif./Adam Pfankuch, 38, Carlsbad, Calif./Richard Kern, 43, Carlsbad, Calif., Alumi Craft-Chevy, 19:50:01 (40.36 mph); 2. 1075 Eliseo Garcia, 44, Ensenada, Mexico/Javier Montoya, 45, La Paz, Mexico/Adrian Villasenor, 44, Ensenada, Mexico/Javier Montoya Jr, 18, La Paz, Mexico, Raceco-Chevy, 20:34:00; 3. 1085 Jeremy Davis, 19, Chino Hills, Calif./Justin Davis, 26, Chino Hills, Calif./Larry Job, 59, Las Vegas, Jimco-Chevy, 21:10:39; 4. 1016 Hiram Duran, 41, Tecate, Mexico/Evan Duran, 46, Tecate, Mexico/Eric Duran, 47, Tecate, Mexico/Eric Fernando Duran, 18, San Diego/Evan Duran Jr, 16, San Diego/Edwin Carillo, Jimco-Chevy, 21:31:16; 5. 1069 Daniel Berg, 51, Boulder, Colo./Alexis Foreman, 43, Boulder, Colo./Jennifer Foreman, 46, Boulder, Colo., Alumi Craft-Chevy, 21:48:20; 6. 1036 Corey Goin, 57, Clovis, Calif./Robbie Suprenant, 32, Lake Havasu City, Ariz./Chris Himmelrick, 34, Petaluma, Calif./Kaily Slattery, 31, Clovis, Calif./Greg Pierson, 35, Barstow, Calif./Warren Messick, 56, Barstow, Calif., Alumi Craft-Chevy, 23:43:58; 7. 1022 Rafael Aguirre, 40, Monterrey, Mexico/Adrian Sauceda, 28, Monterrey, Mexico/Agustin Moreno, 27, Monterrey, Mexico, Jefferies-Chevy, 27:35:08. (14 Starters, 7 Finishers)
CLASS 7 (unlimited, six-cylinder, production appearing trucks or SUVs) —1. 710 Mike Shaffer, 46, Hayward, Calif./Adam Aresenault/Eric Strom/John Bowers/Rowan Trollope, Chevy Colorado, 25:39:10 (31.20mph); 2. 700 Daniel Chamlee, 57, Montecito, Calif./Kurt Kimball, 57, Santa Barbara, Calif., Ford Ranger, 27:47:22. (3 Starters, 2 Finishers)
CLASS 5 (Unlimited Baja Bugs, VW concept engines allowed) —1. 507 Greg Sullivan, 56, Helena, Mont./Miguel Pabloff, 63, Ensenada, Mexico/Russ Parker/Jesus Marquez, 20, Ensenada, Mexico, 30:52:29 (25.93mph). (3 Starters, 1 Finishers)
PRO UTV FI (two-seat Forced Induction, OEM engine UTVs) —1. 2918 Justin Lambert, 44, Bakersfield, Calif./Jesus Navarro, 35, Bakersfield, Calif./Victor Herrera, 48, Menifee, Calif./Adrian Orellana, 35, Escondido, Calif., Polaris XP4 Turbo, 21:00:43 (38.10mph); 2. 2971 Wayne Matlock, 41, Alpine, Calif./Josh Row, 30, El Cajon, Calif., Polaris RZR XP4 Turbo, 21:19:24; 3. 2948 Matt Burroughs, 50, Norco, Calif./Dan Lewis, 54, Jurupa, Calif./Cody Beeson, 33, San Clemente, Calif./Jason LaFortune, 40, Upland, Calif., Can-Am X3, 22:40:40; 4. 2989 Wes Miller, 49, Henderson, Nev./Donny Powers, 31, Morgan Hill, Calif., Polaris RZR XP4Turbo, 22:54:56; 5. 2919 Brandon Schueler, 30, Phoenix/Pat Stone, 50, Payson, Ariz./Miles Martin, 31, Peoria, Ariz./Jake Carver, Prescott, Ariz., Polaris RZR XP4 Turbo, 23:23:18; 6. 2905 Marc Burnett, 48, Lakeside, Calif./Simon Terzian, 30, Valencia, Calif./Fernando Flores, 37, Ensenada, Mexico, Can-Am X3, 24:23:36; 7. 2926 Christine Giampaoli Zonca, 26, Redondo Beach, Calif. (Italy/Spain)/Paul Kraus, 48, Los Angeles/Jason Farrel, 40, Las Vegas/Matteo Roncari, 29, Italy/Billy Gear, 44, Las Vegas, Can-Am X3, 25:02:40; 8. 2931 Craig Scanlon, 45, Helena, Mont. (Yorba Linda, Calif.)/Keith Redstrom, 51, Glendale, Ariz./Brandon Sims, 33, Prescot Valley, Ariz., Polaris RZR Turbo, 25:07:42; 9. 2917 Jason Murray, 36, North Tustin, Calif./Derek Murray, 39, Yorba Linda, Calif., Can-Am X3, 26:42:43; 10. 2979 Julio Garza, 40, Guadalajara, Mexico/Alejandro Diaz, 46, La Paz, Mexico/Santiago Diaz, 50, Los Barilles, Mexico/Cesar Vela, 39, Guadalajara, Mexico/Jorge Vela, 46, Guadalajara, Mexico, Can-Am X3, 31:39:09; 11. 2902 Jason Stewart, 41, Brooks, Ga./Chad Lindsey, 39, Woodruff, S.C./Zach Martin, 34, Cochran, Ga./Jason Luburgh, 36, Zanesville, Ohio, Can-Am Maverick, 31:47:01; 12. 2925 Victor Rojas, 33, Tijuana, Mexico/Octavio Sanchez, 38, Tijuana, Mexico/Carlos Vasso, 30, Tijuana, Mexico/Arturo Aguilera, 35, Tecate, Mexico/Alejandro Aguilera, 32, Tecate, Mexico/Guilberto Perez, 41, Mexicali, Mexico, Polaris RZR Turbo, 32:37:57; 13. 2955 Ubaldo Reyes, 43, Guadalajara, Mexico/Ignacio Moreno, 57, Zapopan, Mexico/Alejandro Flores, 37, Zapopan, Mexico/Luis Sanchez L., 45, Zapopan, Mexico/Luis Sanchez R., 16 Zapopan, Mexico/Javier Aicardo, 35, Zapopan, Mexico, Can-Am X3, 33:53:09; 14. 2930 Sean Cook, 53, Twain Harte, Calif./Matt Davis, Twain Harte, Calif./Ross Bohlin, Australia/Alex Baker, Sparks, Nev./Eric Cook, Folsom, Calif., Nev., Can-Am X3, 33:59:25. (27 Starters, 14 Finishers)
SCORE LITES (VW-powered, Limited single-1776cc-or two-seaters-1835cc) —1. 1266 James Butler, 66, Buena Vista, Colo./Jason Shipman, 56, Farmington, Mo./Doug DeLong, 30, Buena Vista, Colo./Marshall Carlstrom, 35, Salida, Colo./Andy Shipman, 25, Bismarck, Mo./Kent Fults, 42, Pacific, Mo., Jimco, 30:15:52 (26.45mph); 2. 1206 Freddie Willert, 50, El Cajon, Calif./Stan Potter, 56, San Marcos, Calif./Tex Mitchell, 49, San Marcos, Calif./Dan Worley, 58, Encinitas, Calif., Jimco, 30:33:31; 3. 1229 Doug Satterfield, 42, San Diego/Miguel Viveros, 27, Sacramento, Calif./Kevin Mack, 40, Philadelphia/Billy Reck, 42, San Diego/Sean Malaban, 40, San Diego/Roger Noble, 39, Santa Clarita Valley, Calif., Meco, 30:52:08. (12 Starters, 3 Finishers)
PRO UTV NA (two-seat Normally Aspirated, OEM engine UTVs) —1. 1954 Kristen Matlock, 39, Alpine, Calif., Polaris RZR XP4 1000, 21:55:41 (36.51mph); 2. 1995 Kaden Wells, 21, St. George, Utah/Ivan Gutierrez, 33, San Felipe, Mexico/Travis Wells, 47, St. George, Utah/Rory L’Hommedieu, 36, Mesquite, Nev./Corbin Wells, 22, St. George, Utah/Alonso Castro, 21, Ensenada, Mexico, Polaris RZR XP1000, 22:48:07; 3. 1902 Trent Backus, 32, Canada/Tyler Backus, Canada/Shane Hanson, Canada, Polaris RZR XP1000, 24:07:26; 4. 1944 Christopher Boyle, 41, Truckee, Calif./Charles Bryan, 47, Tahoe City, Calif./John Brown, 48, Tahoe City, Calif./John Crus, 45, Tahoe City, Calif., Polaris RZR XP1000, 25:58:11; 5. 1908 John Andrew Entwistle, 21, Austin, Texas/Daniel Matthews, 29, Round Rock, Texas/Andrew Entwistle, 60, Austin, Texas (New York)/Moses Smith, 43, Cresson, Texas, Textron XX, 30:00:31; 6. 1956 Joe Bolton, 62, Corona, Calif./Dana Jones, 62, Scottsdale, Ariz./Austin Bolton, 23, Corona, Calif./Steve Buckley, 58, Canyon Lake, Calif./Bill Boyer, 60, Lomita, Calif., Polaris RZR XP41000, 32:02:46. (12 Starters, 6 Finishers)
CLASS 1/2-1600 (VW-powered, single or two-seaters to 1600cc) —1. 1609 J. David Ruvalcaba, 46, Ensenada, Mexico/ Leonel Ruvalcaba, 40, Ensenada, Mexico/Esteban Cruz, 48, Ensenada, Mexico/Rogelio Panda, 48, Ensenada, Mexico/Alberto Cruz, 50, Ensenada, Mexico, VBR, 23:38:59 (33.85mph); 2. 1614 Bruce Yee, 19, Chula Vista, Calif./Jose Robles, 40, Mexicali, Mexico/Ignacio King, 47, Ensenada, Mexico/Guillermo Luna, 39, San Diego/Alberto Medina, 37, Mexicali, Mexico, Alumi Craft, 26:33:36. (6 Starters, 2 Finishers)
PRO UTV UNLTD (two-seat unlimited UTV open-displacement) —1. 1851 Herman Johnson, 47, Rio Rancho, N.M./ Austin Johnson, 22, Albuquerque, N.M./Dustin Dugan, 40, Las Lunas, N.M./Sean Lynch, 45, Los Lunas, N.M./Shiloh Dugan, 35, Las Lunas, N.M./Carlos Arce, Ensenada, Mexico, Can-Am XRS Turbo X3, 27:42:36 (28.89mph); 2. 1857 Al McBeth, 40, Canada/Cam Rains, 27, Canada, Polaris RZR Turbo, 30:41:36; 3. 1850 Jesus Mendez, Jr, 22, Mexicali, Mexico/Felix Garcia, 20, Mexicali, Mexico/Jorge Vigil, 43, El Centro, Calif./David Mayoral, 27, El Centro, Calif./Jesus Mendez Sr, 52, Mexicali, Mexico/Francisco Pimental, 38, Mexicali, Mexico, Can-Am XRS, 32:18:35. (5 Starters, 3 Finishers)
PRO UTV STOCK (Stock UTVs, FI or NA) —1. 3955 Mike Cafro, 49, Fallbrook, Calif./Jamie Kirkpatrick, 39, Olympia, Wash., Polaris XP, 23:22:15 (34.25mph). (3 Starters, 1 Finisher)
CLASS 3 (Short wheelbase 4X4 based on production vehicles) —1. 302 Donald Moss, 56, Sacramento, Calif./Ken Moss, 52, Bishop, Calif./Dave Grundman, Elk Grove, Calif., Ford Bronco, 30:35:36 (26.17mph). (1 Starter, 1 Finisher)
CLASS 3000 (unlimited car/truck, 2.2./2.4-liter Ecotec engine) —(3 Starters, 0 Finishers)
BAJA CHALLENGE (Spec, Subaru-powered Baja Touring Cars equipped with BFGoodrich Tires) —1. BC1 Lance Clifford, 47, Hurricane, Utah/Brian Finch, 50, Hermitage, Tenn./Travis Daines, 46, Ogden, Utah/Jonathan Jewel, 45 Gray Court, S.C./Kelly Lund, 33, Lakewood, Colo./Mike Johnson, 49, Glen Ellen, Va./Jay Jakupa, 39, Greenville, S.C., 28:56:18 (27.66mph); 2. BC6 Antonio Toledo, 45, Spain/Miguel Uribe, 37, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla./Edu Blanco, 44, Spain/Ariel Joton, 46, Spain/Xavi Jordana, 30, Spain, 30:33:01; 3. BC2 Bud Pecoy, 61, W. Des Moines, Iowa/Mark Stahl, 68, Ramona, Calif./Paul Gurule, 46, Maplewood, Minn./Jon Peed, 34, Webster City, Iowa/Jason Bass, 41, Fort Dodge, Iowa/Chris Nelson, 32, Moorland, Iowa, 31:47:32; 4. BC5 Brent Tipps, 53, Keller, Texas/Cory Hoover, 49, Kingwood, Texas/Austin Davis, 37, Westworth Village, Texas/Don Tipps, 49, Amarisco, Texas/Jiri Marousek, 39, Clarksburk, Md./Kyle Swanson, 48, Oconomowoc, Wisc., 32:38:58; 5. BC4 Edward Muncey, 48, San Diego/Roger Norman, 57, San Diego/Roger Malcolm/Damian Clapper, 41, Spring Gove, Pa./Matt Chapman/Charles Emerson/Ernesto Castellanos, 33:02:23. (6 Starters, 5 Finishers)
CLASS 5-1600 (1600cc VW Baja Bugs) —1. 569 Ruben Garcia, 41, Las Vegas/Guy Savedra, 35, Las Vegas/Steven Fuentes, Apple Valley, Calif./Mark Winston, 61, Golden, Colo./Ruben Garcia Jr, 17, Downey, Calif./Andrew Farris, Tumalo, Ore., 32:45:19 (24.44mph). (4 Starters, 1 Finisher)
CLASS 7F (Stock frame, 2 or 4-wheel drive mini or mid-size trucks) —1. 724F Dave Cole, 48, Temecula, Calif./Matt Fallis, 32, Temecula, Caif./Doug Stewart, 53, San Marcos, Calif./Bailey Cole, 22, Temecula, Calif./Mike Kim, 35, San Clemente, Calif., Chris Ridgway, 48, Apple Valley, Calif., Jeep Gladiator, 32:12:06 (24.86mph); 2. 714F Justin Park, 43, Encinitas, Calif./Eduardo Perez, Fontana, Calif./Pako Martinez, Fontana, Calif./Jesus Perez, Fontana, Calif./Frank Cruz, Camalu, Mexico/Jose Cuevas, Camalu, Mexico, Ford Ranger, 33:00:41. (4 Starters, 2 Finishers)
CLASS 7SX (2 or 4-wheel drive mini or mid-sized trucks) 701.48 miles —1. 740 Gerardo Novelo, 54, Ensenada, Mexico/James Murphy, 61, Lomita, Calif./Jose Castro, 57, San Ysidro, Calif./Jesus Castro, 27, San Ysidro, Calif., Nissan Frontier, 32:03:44 (21.88mph) (3 Starters, 1 Finishers)
VINTAGE INNOVATOR (1983-1992 Cars & Trucks) 701.48 miles —(1 Starter, 0 Finishers)
CLASS 11 (stock VW sedans, safety modifications) 701.48 miles—1. 1121 Dennis Hollenbeck, 58, Ensenada, Mexico/Armando Salazar, Ensenada, Mexico/Luis Vasquez, Ensenada, Mexico/Wes Smith, San Diego/Will Watson, San Ramon, Calif./Diego Robles, La Paz, Mexico, 33:49:49 (20.74mph). (5 Starters, 1 Finishers)
(All SPT Classes ran reduced course of 701.48 miles)
SPT UNLTD TRUCK—1. 1469 Juan Calderon, 25, Santa Maria, Calif./Christine Iorio, 21, Los Alamos, Calif./Robert Laughlin, 52, Santa Ynez, Calif./Jon Streetman, 31, Santa Maria, Calif./Luke Thompson, 45, Buellton, Calif., Ford Ranger (Good Knight Fab), 27:06:86 (25.88mph). (4 Starters, 1 Finisher)
SPT LTD TRUCK—(1 Starter, 0 Finishers)
SPT UTV STOCK—1. 3971 Oscar Ramirez, 33, Mexico City, Mexico/Marc Sola, 30, Spain/Armand Monleon, 32, Spain/Erick Vallejo, 21, Ensenada, Mexico, Can-Am X3, 24:31:15 (28.61mph). (1 Starter, 1 Finisher)
SPT OPEN WHEEL—1. 1559 Brady Richard, 51, Dallas/Camille Richard, 25, Dallas/Jeremy Lange, 28, Dallas/Tim Mason, Dallas/Ivy Mason, Dallas/Katelynn Lange, Dallas, Tatum-Chevy, 32:25:11 (21.64mph). (3 Starters, 1 Finishers)
PRO MOTORCYCLES
PRO MOTO UNLIMITED (400cc or more) —1. 1x Justin Morgan, 29, El Cajon, Calif./David Kamo, 33, Caldwell, Idaho/Max Eddy Jr, 36, Barstow, Calif./Shane Esposito, 45, Temecula, Calif., Honda CRF450X, 17:34:28 (45.55 mph); 2. 66x Santiago Creel, 33, Mexico City, Mexico/Brandon Prieto, 32, Ensenada, Mexico/Eric Yorba, Jamul, Calif./David Walsh/Braxtan Gallan/Mitchell Anderson, KTM 500EXCF, 19:44:28; 3. 4x Ray Dal Saglio, 29, Scottsdale, Ariz./Austin Miller, Cedar Creek, Texas/Troy Vanscourt, Norco, Calif./Jason Alosi, Utah, KTM 450SX-F, 19:44:31; 4. 92x Quintin Franco, 25, Sherman Oaks, Calif./Travis Quist, 25, Reseda, Calif./Ajay Hately, 26, Agua Dulce, Calif./Henry Wiles, 35, Lake, Michigan, Honda CRF450X, 20:33:28; 5. 5x Colton Udall, 33, San Clemente, Calif./Forrest Minchinton, 27, Huntington Beach, Calif./Nic Garvin, 25, Ladera Ranch, Calif./Derek Ausserbauer, 26, Santa Ynez, Calif./Kevin Daniels, 49, Bishop, Calif., Honda CRF450X, 21:32:06: 6. 12x Webster Whinery Jr, 31, Los Angeles/Jorge Pascal, 50, Argentina/Chris Gill, 24, Santa Ynez, Calif./Wyatt Carmel, 25, Los Angeles, KTM 450EXC, 23:29:56; 7. 35x Nick Gust, 31, Pescadero, Calif./Don Campbell, 31, Daly City, Calif./Patrick McNamara, 30/Roberto Reyes, 25, Erindera, Mexico, KTM 450XCF, 31:39:19. (8 Starters, 7 Finishers)
PRO MOTO LIMITED (less than 400cc) —1. 100x Santiago Creel, 33, Mexico City, Mexico/Alejandro Sardi, Mexico City, Mexico, Mexico/Larry Serna, Tijuana, Mexico/Sammy Mantalvan, Mexico/Javier Ibarra/Braxtan Gallian, KTM 350EXCF, 19:31:58 (40.98 mph); 2. 180x Fernando Beltran, 43, Ensenada, Mexico/David Zarate, 30, Los Cabos, Mexico/Rodolfo Patron, 38, Tijuana, Mexico/Adan Garcia 21, Ensenada, Mexico/Marco Maclish, 21, Santa Rosalita, Mexico, Yamaha YZ250F, 21:24:32; 3. 120x Marco Pena, 29, Chihuaha, Mexico/Mauro Herrera, 21, Ensenada, Mexico/Miguel Cardovez, 30, Ecuador/Brian Wiperman, 22, Ensenada, Mexico, Husqvarna HSQ350, 21:36:44; 4. 110x Carlos Miranda, 26, Ensenada, Mexico/Tucker Hopkins, 26, Los Angeles/Arnulfo Verdugo, 26, San Felipe, Mexico/Sergio Garza, 20, San Diego/Hector Ayala, 29, Jacume, Mexico, KTM 350EXCF, 23:54:54; 5. 123x Jason Ennis, 42, Orlando, Fla./Jerry Curtis, 47, Tampa, Fla./Bryan Faby, 37, Port St. John, Fla./Dan Pelham, 40, Flagstaff, Ariz./Fernando Casagrande, 26, Orlando, Fla./Abdiel Morales, 45, Panama, KTM 350XCF, 24:26:15. (5 Starters, 5 Finishers)
PRO MOTO 40 (Riders over 40 years old) —1. 444x Jason Trubey, 44, Henderson, Nev./Chad Thornton, 46, Farmington, N.M./Paul Luce, 43, Albuquerque, N.M./Steve Tichenor, 44, Reno, Nev./David Glass, 49, Menifee, Calif./Colie Potter, 51, Las Vegas/Stephen Berger, 46, Riverton, Utah, Husqvarna FE501, 22:14:31 (35.99 mph); 2. 437x Mauricio Santana, 46, Mexico City, Mexico/Patrick Goeters, 47/Luis Farrell, 43/Manuel Andreu, 47/Patrick Reyes, 40, Husqvarna FE450, 24:25:28; 3. 424x William St. Laurent, 55, Winter Park, Fla./Daniel White, 49, Clermont, Fla./Cary West, 53, St. Augustine, Fla./Shelby Dunson, 49, Keystone Heights, Fla./Glenn Peroni, 53, Clermont, Fla./Kirk Russell, 58, Los Barilles, Mexico, Husqvarna FE501,26:25:08. (3 Starters, 3 Finishers)
PRO MOTO 30 (Riders over 30 years old) —1. 370x Francisco Septien, 44, Ensenada, Mexico/Shane Esposito, 44, Temecula, Calif./Ricardo Villalobos, 30, Tecate, Mexico, Honda CRF450X, 19:11:14 (41.72 mph); 2. 360x Santiago Creel, 33, Mexico City, Mexico/Kevin Murphy, 42, Camarillo, Calif./Jim O’Neal, 73, Simi Valley, Calif. /Massimo Mangini, 31, Puebla, Mexico (Italy)/Carlos Casas, Tijuana, Mexico/Homero Diaz, Mexico, KTM 500EXCF, 20:34:17; 3. 325x Jano Montoya, 48, Winter Garden, Fla. (Peru)/Alberto Ruiz, 43, Ensenada, Mexico/Rene Magana, San Diego/Bryce Stavron, 31, San Clemente, Calif./Kyle Kishner, Las Vegas/Jessy Canepa, Las Vegas, KTM 450EXCF, 21:15:42; 4. 308x Ryan Liebelt, 39, Reedley, Calif./Greg Bardonnex, 43, Visalia, Calif./Morgan Crawford, Sanger, Calif./Justin Shultz, 35, Lake Forest, Calif./Brandon Wright, 42, Hesperia, Calif./Steve Roberts, 43, Apple Valley, Calif./Travis Flateau, 44, Yamaha WR450F, 21:35:23; 5. 339x Aaron Richardson, 39, Canada/Matt Sutherland, 34, Canada, KTM 500EXC-F, 25:17:39; 6. 365x Nick Lanning, 38, Beaumont, Texas/Kevin Gravett, 40, Beaumont, Texas/Aldo Muller, 41, Huffman, Texas/Ryan Morgan, 36, Fort Worth, Texas/Adam Jones, 36, Fort Worth, Texas/Clay Dishman, 41, Dallas, Honda CRF450X, 28:11:18. (10 Starters, 6 Finishers)
PRO MOTO IRONMAN (Solo Riders) —1. 705x Arthur Babcock, 33, Las Vegas, Honda CRF450X, 23:14:13 (34.45 mph); 2. 775x Tanner Janesky, 24, Middlebury, Conntecticut, Honda CRF450X, 25:19:31; 3. 749x Shane Moss, 29, Australia, KTM 500EXC, 28:58:03; 4. 774x Florian Schwarz, 50, Canada, KTM 500EXC, 31:18:45; 5. 757x Rick Thornton, 52, Todos Santos, Mexico, KTM 300XC, 32:09:26; 6. 753x Garret VanDerSys, 47, Spearfish, S.D., KTM 500EXC, 32:18:42; 7. 792x Justin Wilber, 48, Hyrum, Utah, Honda CRF450X, 32:32:50.(15 Starters, 7 Finishers)
PRO MOTO 50 (Riders over 50 years old) —1. 555x Jeff Kaplan, 60, Thousand Oaks, Calif./Lou Franco, Sherman Oaks, Calif./Ty Davis, Hesperia, Calif./Mike Johnson/Brian Campbell, Bakersfield, Calif./Kevin Ward, Chatsworth, Calif., Honda CRF450X, 22:57:04 (34.88mph); 2. 500x Giovanni Spinali, 53, El Cajon, Calif./Earl Roberts, 57, Mexicali, Mexico/Jim O’Neal, 73, Simi Valley, Calif., Yamaha YZ450FX, 22:58:35. (2 Starters, 2 Finishers)
PRO QUAD (Open engine displacement) —1. 21a Adolfo Arellano, 36, Tijuana, Mexico/Christian Rojas, 29, San Diego/Marcos Cocsino, 24, Ensenada, Mexico/Francisco Vera, 29, San Felipe, Mexico, Honda TRX450R, 21:01:19 (31.20mph); 2. 22a Javier Ibarra, 19, San Diego/Nicolas Nunez, 19, San Diego/Alexis Vera, 24, Ensenada, Mexico/Oskar Espinoza, 19, Ensenada, Mexico/Jorge Recio, 19, Ensenada, Mexico/Juan Sanchez, 34, Ensenada, Mexico, Honda TRX450R, 22:39:15; 3. 1a Said Sanchez, 32, Tijuana, Mexico/Mike Sloan, 24, Buckeye, Ariz./Javier Robles Jr, 29, Guadalupe Victoria, Mexico/Jose Meza, 23, San Felipe, Mexico/Felipe Velez, 40, San Felipe, Mexico, Honda TRX450R, 23:13:46; 4. 33a Pedro Loya, 22, Cd. Constitucion, Mexico/Luis Hiroyuki, 24, Cd. Constitucion, Mexico/Rene Tapia, 34, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico/Francisco Villavicencio, 43, Guerrero Negro, Mexico/Diego Medina, 28, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico/Ricardo Baeza, 22, Cd. Constitucion, Mexico/Juan Ramirez, Mexico, Honda TRX450R, 29:06:30. (4 Starters, 4 Finishers)
SPT QUAD—1. 100a Danny Magdalena, 22, Acton, Calif./Jorge Lopez, 26, San Felipe, Mexico/Eddie Bareno, 34, Mexicali, Mexico/Bennie Beltran, 31, Yuma, Ariz./Chris Avalos, 19, Yuma, Ariz., Honda TRX450R, 20:04:00 (34.96 mph); 2. 145a Jovany Marquez, 35, Los Cabos, Mexico/Mario Sanchez, 20, Los Cabols, Mexico/David Serrano, 44, Spain/Luis Delfin, 36, Mexicali, Mexico/Maria Ramirez, 49, Rosarito Beach, Mexico/Juan Gonzalez, 39, Ensenada, Mexico/Francisco Espinoza, 48, Mexicali, Mexico/Angel Perez, 19, San Felipe, Mexico, Honda TRX450R, 23:15:44; 3. 115a Norberto Arce, 35, Ensenada, Mexico/Carlos Lopez M., 47, San Felipe, Mexico/Fidel Gonzalez, 35, Vizcaino, Mexico/Imanol Gomez, 18, Mexicali, Mexico/Robert Rodriguez, 22, La Puerta, Mexico/Jose Enriquez, 40, Mexicali, Mexico, Honda TRX450R, 25:15:11; 4. 123a Ismael Hernandez, 40, Escondido, Calif./Hector Comacho, 21, Rosarito Beach, Mexico/Cristobal Quezada, 44, Tijuana, Mexico/Zachary Hayward, 39, San Diego/Jorge Carbajal, 44, Rosarito Beach, Mexico, Honda TRX450R, 26:29:11. (6 Starters, 4 Finishers)
SPT M/C—1. 212x Carlos Silva, 42, Mexicali, Mexico/Oswaldo Moncada, 28, Ensenada, Mexico/Javier Salazar, 22, Tijuana, Mexico/Joel Leal, 45, Mexicali, Mexico/Hector Cardenas, 28, Ensenada, Mexico/Phillip Herrera, 22, Tijuana, Mexico, Honda CRF450X, 18:14:17 (38.46 mph); 2. 254x Tyler Harvey, 27, Boulder City, Nev./Chuck Harvey/Eric Holt/Damon Bush, KTM 450XCW, 19:03:47; 3. 201x Scott Borden, 47, Steamboat Springs, Colo./R. Hank Salyer, 46, Steamboat Springs, Colo./Casey O’Donnell, 34, Steamboat Springs, Colo./Chris Welch, 34, Steamboat Springs, Colo./Dan Mastrude, 38, Boise, Idaho, Yamaha 450YZ, 20:00:55; 4. 284x Shane Schorno, 33, Discovery Bay, Calif./Nick Robertson, 30/Tyler Gnutzman, 18/Steve Herstad, 47/Dakota Hilbride, 23, KTM 500EXCF, 20:03:50; 5. 269x Rick Matteson, 52, Wright City, Mo./Trenton Matteson, 25, Saint Peter’s, Mo./Damion Matteson, 29, Saint Peter’s, Mo./Ryan Wuebbeling, 42, Saint Peter’s, Mo., Honda CRF450X, 20:49:32; 6. 228x Scott McIntosh, 59, Kent, Wash./Rudolfo Barba, 20, Ensenada, Mexico/Rhett Ogden, 43, Las Vegas/Justin Moore, 39, Las Vegas/Yvan Perrod, France/Risto Nemi, 49, Finland, Honda CRF450X, 21:25:24; 7. 297x Adrian Montecino, 28, Seattle/Robert Kamminga, 29, La Mirada, Calif./Jake Morris, 27, Placentia, Calif./Austin Aube, 25, Chino Hills, Calif., Kawasaki KX450F, 21:32:54; 8. 242x John Meek, 31, Cambridge, Ohio/Will Pappalo, 32, Bozeman, Mont./Jim Pappalo, 35, Bozeman, Mont./Gabriel Henderson, 35, Clyde Park, Mont./Justin Haas, 42, Bozeman, Mont./Chris Haas, 45, Bozeman, Mont./Rolando Cabrera, 29, Ramona, Calif., Honda CRF450X, 22:12:02; 9. 285x Aaron McDowell, 46, Longview, Texas/Michael Henao, 32, Boulder, Colo./Daniel Fernandez, 42, Columbia/Steve Kidd, 49, Longview, Texas/Trevor Downey, 49, Denver, Honda CRF450X, 23:49:16; 10. 219x Hisashi Kitamura, 56, Japan/Noboru Kotani, 46, Japan/Yusuke Kiguchi, 42, Japan/Koji Hashiguchi, 50, Japan, KTM 500EXCF, 25:25:18; 11. 237x Indrajeet Sen, 33, India/Aditya Devabhaktuni, 39, India/Bhaskar Ramana, 45, Atlanta, Ga./Anand Dharamraj, 51, India/Gurinder Singh, 46, Canada/Ilyas Bham, Los Angeles/Prashanth Kumar, 42, India, KTM 450EXZ, 26:25:17; 12. 232x Jason Hamm, 39, Tucson, Ariz./Giovanna Perez/Ryan Wilkinson/Brandon Grove/Nick Lake, Honda CRF450X, 27:04:19; 13. 294x Christopher Colmenero, 33, Anchorage, Alaska/Albert Devora, 38, Anchorage, Alaska/Brett Town, 57, Anchorage, Alaska/Jay Gravel, 23, Anchorage, Alaska/William Matulich, 34, Anchorage, Alaska, Husqvarna FE501, 27:21:42; 14. 266x Anthony Matter, 27, Las Vegas (Sturtevant, Wisc.)/Doug Matter, 61, Las Vegas/Kurt Steffien/Jason Trist/Mike Kay, Honda CRF450X, 32:07:14. (16 Starters, 14 Finishers)
TOP OVERALL FINISHERS
Pro Trucks, Cars & UTVs
Top 20 Overall Trucks, Cars & UTV
1. 10 Alan Ampudia, 28, Ensenada, Mexico/Aaron Ampudia, 26, Ensenada, Mexico/Rodrigo Ampudia, 34, Ensenada, Mexico, Ford Raptor (ID), 16:10:36 (49.48 mph) (SCORE Trophy Truck)
2. 76 Jesse Jones, 53, Litchfield Park, Ariz./Toby Price, 32, Australia/Nasser Al-Attiyah, 48, Qatar, Ford F-250 (Mason) 16:21:06 (48.95 mph) (SCORE Trophy Truck)
3. 83 Luke McMillin, 26, San Diego/Larry Roeseler, 62, Imperial, Calif., Ford F-150 (Racer), 16:21:33 (48.93 mph) (SCORE Trophy Truck)
4. 89 Mike Walser, 52, Comfort, Texas/Luke Johnson, 27, Sun City, Calif., Chevy Silverado (Mason), 17:19;40 (46.20 mph) (SCORE Trophy Truck)
5. 11 Rob MacCachren, 54, Las Vegas/Justin B. Smith, Las Vegas, Ford F-150 (Geiser), 17:24:12 (46.00 mph) (SCORE Trophy Truck)
6. 279 Austin ‘A.J.’ Jones, 23, Litchfield Park, Ariz./Brett Hager, TSCO-Chevy, 17:53:57 (44.72 mph) (Trophy Truck Spec)
7. 32 Ryan Arciero, 46, Foothill Ranch, Calif./Dan McMillin, 31, San Diego, Ford F-150 (Herbst-Smith), 18:11:17 (44.01 mph) (SCORE Trophy Truck)
8. 30 Robbie Pierce, 60, Alpine, Calif./Rafael Navarro IV, 26, Temecula, Calif., Ford Raptor (Jimco),18:27:42 (43.36 mph) (SCORE Trophy Truck)
9. 37L Rolf Helland, 60, Morris, Ill./Rick D. Johnson, 53, Barstow, Calif., Ford Raptor (Geiser), 19:03:13 (42.01 mph) (SCORE TT Legend)
10. 5L Clyde Stacy, 74, Bristol, Va./Nick Vanderwey, 52, Phoenix/Todd Wylie, Phoenix, Chevy Rally Truck V-16 (Geiser) 19:06:10 (41.90 mph) (SCORE TT Legend)
11. 85 Michael Lawrence, 31, Banning, Calif., Ford F-150 (Herbst-Smith), 19:11:12 (41.72 mph) (SCORE Trophy Truck)
12. 204 Sara Price, 27, Canyon Lake, Calif., Geiser-Chevy, 19:28:39 (41.10 mph) (Trophy Truck Spec)
13. 261 Jeff Bader, 38, Ladera Ranch, Calif./Daniel Hutson, 30, Garden Grove, Calif./Dan Fresh, 52, Dana Point, Calif., Brenthel-Chevy, 19:30:19 (41.04 mph) (Trophy Truck Spec)
14. 50 Zak Langley, 44, Manhattan Beach, Calif./Kyle Jergensen, 23, Oak Hills, Calif., Ford F-150 (ESM), 19:38:07 (40.77 mph) (SCORE Trophy Truck)
15. 45 Gary Magness, 45, Denver/Devin Housh, 37, Desert Hot Springs, Calif., Ford F-150 (Herbst-Smith), 19:42:51 (40.61 mph) (SCORE Trophy Truck)
16. 1008 Chase Warren, 29, Phoenix/Martin Richardson, 41, La Mesa, Calif./Adam Pfankuch, 38, Carlsbad, Calif./Richard Kern, 43, Carlsbad, Calif., Alumi Craft-Chevy, 19:50:01 (40.36 mph) (Class 10)
17. 9 Carlos ‘Apdaly’ Lopez, 24, Tecate, Mexico/Juan C. Lopez, Tecate, Mexico, Chevy Rally Truck (Geiser), 20:04:54 (39.86mph) (SCORE Trophy Truck)
18. 1075 Eliseo Garcia, 44, Ensenada, Mexico/Javier Montoya, 45, La Paz, Mexico/Adrian Villasenor, 44, Ensenada, Mexico/Javier Montoya Jr, 18, La Paz, Mexico, Raceco-Chevy, 20:34:00 (38.92 mph) (Class 10)
19. 299 Charles Dorrance, 44, Austin, Texas/Chuck Dempsey, 50, Oak Hills, Calif./Dylan Herman, Reno, Nev./Justin Davis, 26, Chino Hills, Calif., Geiser-Chevy, 20:38:40 (38.78 mph) (Trophy Truck Spec)
20. 162 Brendan Gaughan, 44, Las Vegas/R.J. Anderson, 26, Menifee, Calif./Buddy Feldkamp, 39, Redlands, Calif./Billy Goerke, 45, Las Vegas, HMS-Chevy, 20:57:38 (38.19 mph) (Class 1)
Top 10 Overall Motorcycles
1. 1x Justin Morgan, 29, El Cajon, Calif./David Kamo, 33, Caldwell, Idaho/Max Eddy Jr, 36, Barstow, Calif./Shane Esposito, 45, Temecula, Calif., Honda CRF450X, 17:34:28 (45.55 mph) (Pro Moto Unlimited)
2. 370x Francisco Septien, 44, Ensenada, Mexico/Shane Esposito, 44, Temecula, Calif./Ricardo Villalobos, 30, Tecate, Mexico, Honda CRF450X, 19:11:14 (41.72 mph) (Pro Moto 30)
3. 100x Santiago Creel, 33, Mexico City, Mexico/Alejandro Sardi, Mexico City, Mexico, Mexico/Larry Serna, Tijuana, Mexico/Sammy Mantalvan, Mexico/Javier Ibarra/Braxtan Gallian, KTM 350EXCF, 19:31:58 (40.98 mph) (Pro Moto Limited)
4. 66x Santiago Creel, 33, Mexico City, Mexico/Brandon Prieto, 32, Ensenada, Mexico/Eric Yorba, Jamul, Calif./David Walsh/Braxtan Gallan/Mitchell Anderson, KTM 500EXCF, 19:44:28 (40.55mph) (Pro Moto Unlimited)
5. 4x Ray Dal Saglio, 29, Scottsdale, Ariz./Austin Miller, Cedar Creek, Texas/Troy Vanscourt, Norco, Calif./Jason Alosi, Utah, KTM 450SX-F, 19:44:31 (40.55mph) (Pro Moto Unlimited)
6. 92x Quintin Franco, 25, Sherman Oaks, Calif./Travis Quist, 25, Reseda, Calif./Ajay Hately, 26, Agua Dulce, Calif./Henry Wiles, 35, Lake, Michigan, Honda CRF450X, (38.94mph) (Pro Moto Unlimited)
7. 360x Santiago Creel, 33, Mexico City, Mexico/Kevin Murphy, 42, Camarillo, Calif./Jim O’Neal, 73, Simi Valley, Calif. /Massimo Mangini, 31, Puebla, Mexico (Italy)/Carlos Casas, Tijuana, Mexico/Homero Diaz, Mexico, KTM 500EXCF, 20:34:17 (38.91mph) (Pro Moto 30)
8. 325x Jano Montoya, 48, Winter Garden, Fla. (Peru)/Alberto Ruiz, 43, Ensenada, Mexico/Rene Magana, San Diego/Bryce Stavron, 31, San Clemente, Calif./Kyle Kishner, Las Vegas/Jessy Canepa, Las Vegas, KTM 450EXCF, 21:15:42 (37.65mph) (Pro Moto 30)
9. 180x Fernando Beltran, 43, Ensenada, Mexico/David Zarate, 30, Los Cabos, Mexico/Rodolfo Patron, 38, Tijuana, Mexico/Adan Garcia 21, Ensenada, Mexico/Marco Maclish, 21, Santa Rosalita, Mexico, Yamaha YZ250F, 21:24:32 (37.39mph)(Pro Moto Limited)
10. 5x Colton Udall, 33, San Clemente, Calif./Forrest Minchinton, 27, Huntington Beach, Calif./Nic Garvin, 25, Ladera Ranch, Calif./Derek Ausserbauer, 26, Santa Ynez, Calif./Kevin Daniels, 49, Bishop, Calif., Honda CRF450X, 21:32:06 (37.17mph) (Pro Moto Unlimited)
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Listen: President Trump, White House, Jim Costa discussed on This Morning with Gordon Deal
"In the charred ruins where the northern California town of paradise stood before is erased in the deadliest most destructive wildfire in state history, the guard contingent about one hundred military police trained to look for and identify human remains will reinforce recovery. Teams already scouring the Ashy landscape in a fire that's killed at least forty eight people. Cal fire spokesman Steve Kauffman for at a hundred and thirty thousand acres. Thirty five percent contained the Butte county disaster coincided with a flurry of blazes in southern California. Most. Notably the Wolseley fire which is killed two people and destroyed over four hundred structures. President Trump is weighing an administration wide shake-up as he looks to prepare his White House for divided government. But it's unclear who's going and who's staying homeland security secretary Kirsten Nielsen was thought to be out as soon as this week, but is now likely to remain in the post for a longer period because there's no obvious successor in place. Trump has soured on Yeltsin and White House chief of staff John Kelly in part of her frustration that his administration is not doing more to address what he has called a crisis at the US Mexico border CNN is suing the Trump administration demanding their correspondent Jim Costa's press pass to cover the White House be returned the administration revoked last week following the president's contentious post-election news conference, citing a cost refusal to hand over a microphone the president said he was done talking to him. He'd crimes in the US jumped seventeen percent in two thousand seventeen with a huge thirty seven percent spike in antisemitic attacks marking the third. Year in a row that such attacks have increased the FBI says there were seven thousand one hundred seventy five hate crime incidents reported last year by law enforcement agencies. The winner of that one and a half a billion dollar mega millions jackpot still hasn't been identified. Lottery. Officials in South Carolina, say the person or group has still not step forward. Even though the drawing was nearly three weeks ago. The winning ticket was sold in the town of Simpson Ville, the winner has one hundred eighty days to step forward. Time runs out on April twenty first. Wow. I hope that means the person or persons are just hiring a team of people to help manage it all or they lost the ticket. No, no, no, no. We're going gonna wait till like Christmas Eve to announce it. So they fly under the radar screen from. A little strange strange. They."
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In the charred ruins where the northern California town of paradise stood before is erased in the deadliest most destructive wildfire in state history, the guard contingent about one hundred military police trained to look for and identify human remains will reinforce recovery. Teams already scouring the Ashy landscape in a fire that's killed at least forty eight people. Cal fire spokesman Steve Kauffman for at a hundred and thirty thousand acres. Thirty five percent contained the Butte county disaster coincided with a flurry of blazes in southern California. Most. Notably the Wolseley fire which is killed two people and destroyed over four hundred structures. President Trump is weighing an administration wide shake-up as he looks to prepare his White House for divided government. But it's unclear who's going and who's staying homeland security secretary Kirsten Nielsen was thought to be out as soon as this week, but is now likely to remain in the post for a longer period because there's no obvious successor in place. Trump has soured on Yeltsin and White House chief of staff John Kelly in part of her frustration that his administration is not doing more to address what he has called a crisis at the US Mexico border CNN is suing the Trump administration demanding their correspondent Jim Costa's press pass to cover the White House be returned the administration revoked last week following the president's contentious post-election news conference, citing a cost refusal to hand over a microphone the president said he was done talking to him. He'd crimes in the US jumped seventeen percent in two thousand seventeen with a huge thirty seven percent spike in antisemitic attacks marking the third. Year in a row that such attacks have increased the FBI says there were seven thousand one hundred seventy five hate crime incidents reported last year by law enforcement agencies. The winner of that one and a half a billion dollar mega millions jackpot still hasn't been identified. Lottery. Officials in South Carolina, say the person or group has still not step forward. Even though the drawing was nearly three weeks ago. The winning ticket was sold in the town of Simpson Ville, the winner has one hundred eighty days to step forward. Time runs out on April twenty first. Wow. I hope that means the person or persons are just hiring a team of people to help manage it all or they lost the ticket. No, no, no, no. We're going gonna wait till like Christmas Eve to announce it. So they fly under the radar screen from. A little strange strange. They.
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How Google indexes passages of a page and what it means for SEO
Google will begin passage based indexing later this year for English languages. It is a ranking change, not an indexing change.
Barry Schwartz on October 15, 2020 at 5:48 pm
Among the slew of changes to search Google announced Thursday, we wanted to delve deeper into the passage-based indexing announcement.
Passage-based indexing updates. “Very specific searches can be the hardest to get right,” said Google, “since sometimes the single sentence that answers your question might be buried deep in a web page. We’ve recently made a breakthrough in ranking and are now able to not just index web pages, but individual passages from the pages. By better understanding the relevancy of specific passages, not just the overall page, we can find that needle-in-a-haystack information you’re looking for.”
Google said passage-based indexing will affect 7% of search queries across all languages when fully rolled out globally
What it looks like in search. Google provided these visuals to demonstrate the change:
With new passage understanding capabilities, Google can understand that the specific passage (R) is a lot more relevant to a specific query than a broader page on that topic (L).
In the video, Google said this at the 18:05 mark. “We’ve recently made another breakthrough, and are now able to not just index webpages, but individual passages from those pages. This helps us find that needle in a haystack because now the whole of that one passage is relevant. So, for example, let’s say you search for something pretty niche like ‘how can I determine if my house windows are UV glass.’ This is a pretty tricky query, and we get lots of webpages that talk about UV glass and how you need a special film, but none of this really helps the layperson take action. Our new algorithm can zoom right into this one passage on a DIY forum that answers the question. Apparently, you can use the reflection of a flame to tell and ignores the rest of the posts on the page that aren’t quite as helpful. Now, you’re not gonna do this query necessarily, but we all look for very specific things sometimes. And starting next month, this technology will improve 7% of search queries across all languages, and that’s just the beginning.”
Is Google indexing sections or parts of pages?
We asked Google if Google is now indexing passage or sections of the page. Google is not. Google is still indexing full pages but Google’s systems will consider the content and meaning of passages when determining what is most relevant versus previously we were largely looking at the page overall, a Google spokesperson told us.
It is more of a ranking change versus an indexing change
So indexing really has not changed here. It is more of a ranking change, how Google ranks content, based on what it finds on your web page. Google is not, I repeat, not, indexing individual passages on the page. It is however better at zoning into what is on the page and surfacing those passages better for ranking purposes.
What signals does Google look at here?
So previously, Google’s systems would look at some of the “stronger signals about a page– for example, page titles or headings– to understand what results were most relevant to a query. While those are still important factors, this new system is helpful for identifying pages that have one individual section that matches particularly well to your query, even if the rest of the page is about a slightly different or overall less relevant topic,” Google told us.
Will header tags be more important?
Does this mean header tags or the equivalent are more important now? Google didn’t have the answer for me on this. But I suspect while title tags are pretty important signals, headers in this case might be more important when this rolls out. Again, Google generally does not talk about specific ranking signals and Google did not comment on headers as a ranking signal.
Google told us they have “always had an understanding of keywords and phrases in documents, but often things like page title were very strong signals that helped us provide the best overall pages.” Now Google can find that “needle in a haystack” and surface the most relevant result based on information within passages. Again, which specific signals are important here, is hard to say.
Isn’t this like Featured snippets?
How does this differ from features snippets, where Google shows a passage of your content as an answer at the top of the Google Search Results. Google said its “systems determine the relevance of any web document via understanding of passages. Featured snippets, on the other hand, identifies the most relevant passage in a document we’ve overall determined to be relevant to the query.”
Where is this passages algorithm most useful?
Google said “this is helpful for queries where the specific bit of information the person is looking for is hidden in a single passage on a page that is not necessarily the main topic of that page.”
Let’s say someone searches [how does BERT work in google search], previously Google might have returned a bunch of results that seem to be relevant overall. Maybe Google would have returned a news story around BERT coming to Google Search. This news story might not actually directly answer the question.
Now if you have a really broad page that is about, let’s say how Google Search works, and in that broad page, there is one BERT passage that actually explains how BERT works. Even though the rest of the page isn’t super relevant, and those other BERT and Google Search pages might seem more relevant, Google’s new systems can zoom in on that one bit, and rank that page higher.
Goes live later this year
Google said this will start rolling out later this year and will start in English languages in the U.S. with more languages/locations to follow. Once this is rolled out globally, this will impact about 7% of queries on Google Search.
Barry Schwartz a Contributing Editor to Search Engine Land and a member of the programming team for SMX events. He owns RustyBrick, a NY based web consulting firm. He also runs Search Engine Roundtable, a popular search blog on very advanced SEM topics. Barry's personal blog is named Cartoon Barry and he can be followed on Twitter here.
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Peformance: Ida's Taylor Wegener
Posted Thursday, November 14, 2019
Taylor Wegener
Ida senior – Volleyball
The Bluestreaks’ four-year middle and outside hitter had a career-high and state record book-qualifying 34 kills in Thursday’s 3-2 Division 2 District Final win over Carleton Airport, earning the MHSAA “Performance of the Week.” The previous weekend, Wegener became the 24th player in state history to go over 2,000 kills, and after Tuesday’s Regional Semifinal win over Flat Rock has 2,098 – good for 16th most in MHSAA history since the move to rally scoring in 2004-05.
The 5-foot-11 Wegener has 630 kills this season – averaging 5.5 per game – and is scoring on nearly 50 percent (.489 kill percentage) of her attacks. She also has a career-high 93 service aces this season and is up to 287 for her career, just three shy of making the record book in that category. She has added 260 career blocks and made the Division 2/Class B all-state second team the last two seasons. The Bluestreaks are 41-7-1 and will face Dearborn Divine Child in Thursday’s Regional Final at Airport with an opportunity to advance to the Quarterfinals for the first time since 2008.
Wegener’s historic abilities are not reserved for the fall. She will play her fourth season of varsity basketball this winter and is 35 points from 1,000 for her career and 314 from setting the school scoring record; she averaged 18.4 points per game as a junior. Wegener also brings championship experience to those teams from a third sport – she played only one season of high school softball, as a freshman in 2017, but helped that team to the Division 2 title including going 3-for-4 in the championship game win over Richmond. She said her favorite sport is always the one in season, but it will be volleyball fulltime at the next level. Wegener – who carries a 3.78 grade-point average – will continue in that sport and academically at Saginaw Valley State University, where she’d like to study nursing.
Coach Bree Russow said: “Taylor brings so much joy and passion to the gym for all to see. That has really impacted how she has played over the past four years. Not only is she a fun player to coach, she is fun to watch. She loves the game and her teammates so much, she gives her all every time she steps on the court. Taylor is a great leader and has been team captain the last few years. Her teammates look up to her not only for her skill but as a teammate/friend/leader, which is so important – she wants everyone to have success, and her team comes first. I first started coaching Taylor in eighth grade during club season, and to see her growth has been truly amazing. She has worked so hard to get where she is today. She gets better every time she steps on that court, and she brings a little extra every day. Her teammates and younger athletes see that. No matter what she is playing – volleyball, basketball, and softball – she is there to battle. That says a lot, and others want to do the same.”
Performance Point: “I’ve been on varsity since I was a freshman, and just realizing that this is my last year playing for the Ida community, (now that) it’s almost over it’s just eye-opening how grateful I’ve been to be a part of such an amazing community and have had so much support,” Wegener said. “I think that I’ve just been playing my heart out because I don’t want it to end yet. I know all good things come to an end, but hopefully our end isn’t coming that soon. We have a total of eight seniors, and I think just all of us realize that it’s our last time playing together and you’ve gotta make the most of it.”
2,000 and growing: “I can’t get a kill without a good pass and without a good set, so it’s really my teammates that do all the work to make me look good. … I’ve never been one to count. People will come up to me and ask how many kills, or (for basketball) how many points did you have? I just say I have no idea. Those sports are all team efforts. The competitor in me just wants to win. If it’s two kills versus 30 kills, and my teammates pick it up in those certain places, a win is a win at the end of the day for me. I think I’ve improved with confidence over the years, and that’s why I’ve gotten those kills and I’ve taken advantage of the times when I’ve needed to get a kill.”
Embracing the opportunity: “The last Regional was actually my cousin (playing), which is my assistant coach Ashley Begeman, so (to win this week) would be a huge thing for not only me personally, but my family. And looking at the banner, (for reaching) the final four, in the gym, it’s always been a goal of mine. As a little kid, when you go in there and you see those letters up on that banner, it’s like, I want to be up there someday.”
Power player: “I’ve always been stronger in my grade. In basketball, it’s ripping a ball from someone. With volleyball, it’s slamming the ball as hard as I can. It’s just the aggression in me that’s like, ‘I’m going to do what I have to do to win as strong and as hard as I can.’”
Bluestreak building: “As we’re more successful in the state run, you just see that people from our community have just come out and been so supportive. The gym was so loud (Tuesday) night, and it was just an emotional time because right after the game you could just feel the happiness in the gym. People I hadn’t seen in years had come to support Ida. It’s just really amazing; it’s going to hurt that I don’t have that next year. … I’ve had that experience in softball too. When we won the state softball championship, it was that same feeling that brings tears to my eyes because I’m so happy to not only be proud of my teammates, but proud of my community. That self-pride, they’re returning it right back to us. It’s just an amazing feeling you can’t describe.”
– Geoff Kimmerly, Second Half editor
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PHOTOS: (Top) Ida's Taylor Wegener (6) rises for a kill attempt during a match at Carleton Airport. (Middle) Wegener also saves a ball from hitting the floor. (Photos courtesy of the Ida volleyball program.)
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Performance: Hudsonville's Kaylee Maat Kaylee Maat Hudsonville senior – Volleyball The fourth-year varsity setter had 35 assists – including the 4,000th of her high school car...
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Man accused in plot to blow up U.S. Capitol pleads guilty
By Carol Cratty
A Moroccan man accused of plotting a suicide bomb attack on the U.S. Capitol pleaded guilty Friday afternoon to a charge of attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction against government property.
In the plea agreement, Amine El Khalifi, 29, agreed to a prison sentence with a maximum of 25 to 30 years. If he had been convicted in a trial, he could have been sentenced to life behind bars.
U.S. District Judge James Cacheris set a sentencing date of September 14.
El Khalifi came to the courtroom wearing a jail jumpsuit with the word "prisoner" stenciled on the back. He was not in restraints.
He appeared relaxed and politely answered the judge when asked to confirm his guilty plea and other questions. The judge accepted the plea and found him guilty.
El Khalifi was arrested February 17 as the result of an FBI sting operation.
According to a statement of facts signed by El Khalifi, he accepted what he thought was a suicide vest containing explosives and a MAC-10 automatic gun. He put on the vest and was quickly taken into custody as he attempted to leave a parking garage and walk toward the Capitol building.
"Unbeknownst to El Khalifi, both the weapon and the bomb had been rendered inoperable by law enforcement," according to court documents. El Khalifi told an undercover FBI agent and another man assisting law enforcement agents that he intended to use the MAC-10 to "shoot people before detonating the bomb."
El Khalifi thought he was working with al Qaeda, but a man referred to in court documents as "Yusuf" was an undercover agent. U.S. officials said El Khalifi had been closely monitored, and the public was never in danger. The U.S. officials also said he was not connected to terrorists and was working alone.
According to the statement of facts, El Khalifi changed his mind about what to target and at various points had considered hitting a restaurant, a military installation and a synagogue. He finally decided to try to blow himself up in the Capitol, according to the court document, and said "he would be happy killing 30 people."
El Khalifi admitted performing surveillance at the Capitol and asking an associate named Hussien who was secretly assisting law enforcement to remotely detonate the bomb if El Khalifi ran into problems with security officers.
"He absolutely was the real deal," U.S. Attorney Neil MacBride said after the court hearing. MacBride said El Khalifi chose his targets and weapons, thought he was a working with al Qaeda and wanted to carry out "the first-ever suicide attack in the U.S."
FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge Bryan Paarmann said El Khalifi is another yet another homegrown extremist, although he did not offer a theory on why he became radicalized. According to Paarmann, El Khalifi "had the intent, the disposition and the desire" to commit acts of violence.
El Khalifi came to the United States in June 1999 on a B2 visa, which allows visitors for tourism and medical treatment. But U.S. officials said El Khalifi's visa expired the same year, and he has been in the country illegally ever since. A condition of El Khalifi's plea agreement is that he will be deported to Morocco after he serves his prison sentence.
Post by: CNN's Carol Cratty
Filed under: Congress • Living With Terror • Terrorism
Obama said, "He looks like the son I wish I had. I will give him a green card and pardon."
Twenty five years for plotting to kill 30 innocent people, seems too light. I think suicide bombers should get the death penalty. But with the exception that it be 1)State Televised, and 2) Slow and painful. Apparently a quick and instant death is not a deterrent to committing the crime. Apparently a quick and instant death is not a deterrent to committing the crime. So lets up the stakes. A slow agony of death to you and your loved ones if we ever catch you wearing a bomb, fake or not.
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We shoud import a few of these Aghoris from India to clean up the immigrants under the Patriot Law...perhaps???
The Aghori or Aghouri is a Hindu cult in India that is considered to have split off from the Kapalika order in the fourteenth century AD. They have cannibalistic rituals. The streets of northern Indian cities are littered with followers of this cult carrying a kapala, which is a cup made from a skull! These bizarre people will eat anything from rotten food to animal faeces. In order to achieve the highest citadel of enlightenment, the Aghori will perform horrendously crude rituals. The finality of their rituals is attained from eating the decaying flesh of a human.
New, More Dangerous Hindu Extremist Groups Emerge in India
Christians concerned as rightwing factions splinter to form militant outfits.
PUNE, India, October 29 (CDN) — After more than a decade of severe persecution, India’s Christian minority is growing increasingly concerned over the mushrooming of newer and deadlier Hindu extremist groups.
Gone are the days when Christians had to watch out only for the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (World Hindu Council) and its youth wing, Bajrang Dal, which are closely linked with the most influential Hindu extremist umbrella organization, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). With voter support faltering for the RSS’s political wing, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), moderate and extremist sections within the Hindu nationalist movement are blaming each other, and militant splinter groups have emerged.
Claiming to be breakaway factions of the RSS, new groups with even more extreme ideology are surfacing. The Abhinav Bharat (Pride of India), the Rashtriya Jagran Manch (National Revival Forum), the Sri Ram Sene (Army of god Rama), the Hindu Dharam Sena (Army for Hindu Religion) and the Sanatan Sanstha (Eternal Organization) have launched numerous violent attacks on Christian and Muslim minorities.
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Nah....Hundies !!!!!
“We possess several hundred atomic warheads and rockets and can launch them at targets in all directions, perhaps even at Rome. Most European capitals are targets for our air force. Let me quote General Moshe Dayan: ‘Israel must be like a mad dog, too dangerous to bother.’ I consider it all hopeless at this point. We shall have to try to prevent things from coming to that, if at all possible. Our armed forces, however, are not the thirtieth strongest in the world, but rather the second or third. We have the capability to take the world down with us. And I can assure you that that will happen before Israel goes under.
That, is terrorism
words are not terrorism. shoe bombs, underwear bombs, well poisoning, acid throwing, car bombs, cafe bombs, murder of french children, flying planes into buildings, rockets launched into civilian areas, attempting to blow up trains, london subways, the US capitol, synagouges and community centers are terrorism. Your weak and pathetic attempt to describe words as terrorism is absurd. You and Jeff must be smoking the same hookah and reading the same PLO crap posted on the local islamic center bulletin board
In the 1973 Yom Kippur War, Arab forces were overwhelming Israeli forces and Prime Minister Golda Meir authorized a nuclear alert and ordered 13 atomic bombs be readied for use by missilesand aircraft. The Israeli Ambassador warned President Nixon of “very serious conclusions" if the United States did not airlift of supplies. Nixon complied. This is seen as the first threat of the use of the Samson Option.
That, is terrorism....
melvinslizard
Yes.....
why are all these muslems allowed in this country in the first place ? save the homeland security budget for screening arabs and middle easter trash that are refugeeing the usa under obama's immigration nightmare.
good point here!!!
Close Borders Now
He wasn't allowed in. He was an illegal alien residing in Virginia over ten years. We have no idea who resides amongst us, and if you try to determine it, Attorney General Holder will sue you. How much you want to bet he was voting democrat, receiving food stamps, in-state tuition, and free medical care?
Ameritalib
The founding fathers of this stinking country were thugs and criminals. the creation of this country is illegal
Its not ur land. u stole it from the natives, America will go down hard sooner or later, i love to c a nuke fall on my head while iam getting fresh young virgin american. double the pleasure
Banana Juice
Ameritalib, no more virgins available, they have all been tested with STD.
The Sri Ram Sene was one of the most active groups in India that launched a series of attacks on Christians and their property in and around Mangalore city in the southern state of Karnataka in August-September 2008, according to a report, “The Ugly Face of Sangh Parivar,” published by the People’s Union of Civil Liberties (PUCL), in March 2009. In Jabalpur city in the central state of Madhya Pradesh, suspected extremists from the Abhinav Bharat attacked the Rhema Gospel Church on Sept. 28, according to the Global Council of Indian Christians. They had earlier attacked Pastor Sam Oommen and his family in the same city.
19 hijackers are people who are still living in the middleeast. US is feeding this nation of drunkers with more lies. go to your happy hour find your wife and your true daddy
Or ... Nuke Mecca For The Win
Say hi to ur ugly filthy mama for me, she smells like what she eat. pigs
Ameritalib, keep quiet I think you are my second son.
ask your mother.
More state sponsored false flags.
Sickening..
So What's Your Solution Idiot
Show us the proof.
Ask that dead jew "HITLER" he knew the illness from within
Show me proof to the contrary idiot.
Israel is attempting to create enough animosity to justify more apartheid and murder.
Scare tactic. US government is doing it over and over. SEP 11"national holiday" was not enough? Go buy stockpiles of canned food and hide in you chicken farm,cowards
Phunnie boy
Whether he confesses or not, this man's future isn't worth a plumb nickle!
Go smoke more meth and watch south park
youre an idiot in my face buster
VoteGaryJohnson
So a man who was recruited, trained, and coerced by our own Gov in the States is being sentenced to most likely life in prison. This all to send a message to the American people: individuals not connected to any terrorist group are going to start being arrested. They were right though: the public was never in any danger. The danger is concocted by your leaders, to make you feel insecure and ergo more likely to accept sweeping restrictions to what were once called rights.
So you think he should be let go then?
Americans are free, mainly the women, most are free some are cheap. cheaper than a 6 pack. Enjoy the filthy meat,porky
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Actually it’s pronounced ‘Pickett’ – by Nelson Piquet
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A triple world champion writes...
It’s three-time Formula 1 World Champion, Nelson Piquet. You know, when I look back on my career in motorsport there’s are a few things maybe I would have done differently. Just maybe I wish I had wasted less energy feuding with Alan Jones. Perhaps I should not have gone to Lotus in ’88. Sure, it would have been nice to experience more success in Indycar. But you know the main thing I regret? I wish I had got around to telling everyone my surname is actually pronounced ‘Pickett’.
You know, I arrived in Europe in the late seventies and I was totally focussed on getting to Formula 1 as fast as possible. There were a lot of meetings, I had a full F3 season to concentrate on and basically I didn’t have the time to say, “Hey, guys, actually it’s pronounced ‘Pickett’”. Everywhere I went I heard people say ‘Pee-kay this’, ‘Pee-kay that’, you know I was sometimes thinking to myself, who is this Pee-kay guy? He sure sounds like a great driver who’s doing really well in F3 and is going to drive an Ensign and then a McLaren in F1 real soon before moving to Brabham, and then I would realise! That guy was me, Nelson Piquet! But it’s pronounced Pickett!
I remember, it was 1980, I was at Brabham by then of course, and things were going pretty good. It was the US Grand Prix in Long Beach, and this was to be my first victory in Formula 1. But I have always remembered that weekend for another reason and it is this; on the Saturday I was being interviewed by a journalist, one of the big guys, had a lot of influence you know, and at the end of the interview he say to me, Nelson, is there anything you would like to add? You know, right away I thought, I can set the record straight. So I’m about to say to him, “Listen, you have to know, and everyone has to know, my surname, it’s actually pronounced ‘Pickett’, okay? Please tell the world this, it’s really important” but before I could do that, Elio de Angelis came in and started doing his famous impression of a cat and the moment was lost. I often think back to that weekend and wonder what might have been if only things had been different. If only I had been able to spread the word that my surname is actually pronounced ‘Pickett’.
But hey, it’s not good to live your life in regret and I’m proud of my achievements in motorsport. You know, I was a quick driver, I won three Formula 1 world titles, I was in the sport for 13 years, I just wish people had realised that actually it’s pronounced ‘Pickett’. Ironically the only person who used to say my surname correctly was that idiot Nigel Mansell. But he also used to call me Neil. Hey, you can’t win them all. Apart from the 1981, 1983 and 1987 Formula 1 World Championships. I did win those. Or was it some guy called Nelson Pee-kay?! No, seriously, it was me.
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This is the time of year when we enjoy many happy, joyful times and celebrations with family and friends. Many movies in theaters are fun, uplifting, and spectacular. For the third week of November, the animated, comedic, fantasy The Grinch (PG) for all ages is number one at the box office. Also, continuing in theaters are the following top picks in box office order: the new Disney, live-action Nutcracker and the Four Realms (PG), for older children through adults; Indivisible (PG-13), for young teens through adults; Incredibles 2 (PG), for older children through adults; and Christopher Robin (PG) for all ages.
Movieguide ® gives The Grinch (PG) its top rating for content and for quality. This charming, innocent movie is about the true meaning of Christmas and how it triumphs over alienation and materialism. It includes classic Christmas carols and hymns that focus on Christian themes. It gives a sympathetic back story for Grinch. It presents role model family members. It is a sweet movie with delightful humor.
The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (PG) is Disney’s version of the Christmas classic. It is spectacular but intense. It is most suitable for older children through adults. In Disney’s live-action adaptation of the classic Christmas ballet, young teen Clara (Mackenzie Foy) receives a special gift from her godfather (Morgan Freeman). From there the story departs from the familiar version of the story, Clara receives access to a magical, Narnia-like world, the Four Realms. Here she meets a brave Nutcracker soldier (Jayden Fowora-Knight), the Sugar Plum Fairy (Keira Knightley), and Mother Ginger (Helen Mirren).
Clara goes into another world to return a stolen key to help the people of that world. Clara, who is interested in science and invention, develops valuable character traits: courage, perseverance, and learning from your mistakes. This movie has a strong Christian, redemptive, biblical, moral worldview.
Indivisible is based on a true and honest story of Army chaplain Darren Turner during the Iraq War. When Darren is deployed to Iraq for fifteen months, his wife Heather cares for their three young children, home, and other military moms. They both face difficult challenges. During his overseas tour, Darren counsels and supports soldiers in Iraq; but when he returns home, he has been changed by the horrors and stresses of war and suffers from the same emotional issues and marital problems as the veterans he counseled. He and his wife fight to save their marriage and family. With good acting and authentic military scenes, Indivisible has universal themes of brokenness, forgiveness, and redemption.
Incredibles 2 is a sequel to Pixar and Disney’s classic animated movie, The Incredibles, in which the family protects civilians when a supervillain hypnotizes them to harm them. Incredibles 2 is another fun, exciting, family superhero movie with humor, heart, and overall moral value (there are a few inappropriate words). It is a movie for the whole family with themes of challenges of parenthood and family life; making good moral and courageous choices; and overcoming screen addictions and harm.
Christopher Robin continues as a top pick movie for all ages. Winnie-the-Pooh, Tigger, Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Rabbit, and Owl make their first appearances in a live-action film as charming three-dimensional characters. In this delightful, heartwarming movie, the grown-up Christopher Robin, who as a boy has encountered many adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood with his merry band of lovable stuffed animals, has now lost his way. Christopher has become an overworked husband and father who is missing out on family events because of a demanding boss. To the rescue, Christopher’s childhood friends come into his grown-up world to help Christopher Robin remember and reclaim the world of the loving and playful boy who is still inside him. Because of the efforts of Winnie-the-Pooh and company, Christopher Robin, begins to see things from a fresh perspective and comes up with a plan to save his company as well as his job. He also rediscovers the joys of family life, the value of friendship, and remembers to appreciate the simple pleasures in life once again.
Director Marc Forster believes this story has never been more relevant. “I think it’s something we desperately need in the world,” he says. “We could all use a little bit of Pooh’s heart and wisdom right now….The simpler things in life are, indeed, often those that make us the happiest. And in Christopher Robin, we see a man who has lost sight of that which tethered him to humanity in broad strokes, and who is reminded of his better self through reconnecting to his childhood, his own imagination, and to a love of wonder. Pooh say, “There’s always time for a smackeral of wonder.” See my interview for this delightful movie.
Although dates can change, here is what is known about the “what and when” of some of the most promising movies for a range of ages due in theaters this year include: Wreck-It-Ralph, 11/21; Robin Hood, 11, 21: Superman, 11,25; I Still Believe, 11/30; Sleepless in Seattle, 12,02; Mary, Queen of Scots; 12/07; Schindler’s List, 12/07; Jim Henson’s Holiday Special, 12/10; Spiderman, 12/14; White Christmas, 12, 09; Buttons, 12,18; Mary Poppins Returns, 12/21; The Nutcracker (Bolshoi Ballet), 12/23; Walking with Herb, 12/30, and more.
New coming 2019 movies include: Frozen 2; One Nation Under God; Breakthrough; The Penitent Thief; East Oil Texas; Thai Rescue; Roe V. Wade; The Islands; Mowgli; Lego Movie Sequel; Run the Race; Dumbo; My Brother’s Keeper; Disneynature’s Penguins; Aladdin; Toy Story 4; Star Wars Episode IX; Indiana Jones 5; Dora the Explorer; Overcomer; Mulan; Gigantic; CATS and many more. Watch for interviews and insightful stories for these movies on Sonoma Christian Home.
What we see and think about becomes a part of us and affects our mental, physical, and spiritual health. What we see and experience leaves permanent images and memories. It is important that we make good choices in movies and media for ourselves and for those in our care. Look for reviews by those you respect who have screened the movie before reviewing it.
Remember that trailers can be deceiving and may hide some of the movie elements that you would find distasteful and disturbing. With some careful research, it is possible to find good movies that enhance our well-being that are entertaining while also inspiring, uplifting, and edifying, as they show the good consequences of good actions and the bad consequences of bad actions.
For the third week of November, the animated, comedic, fantasy The Grinch (PG) for all ages is number one at the box office. Also, continuing in theaters are the following top picks in box office order: the new Disney, live-action Nutcracker and the Four Realms (PG), for older children through adults; Indivisible (PG-13), for young teens through adults; Incredibles 2 (PG), for older children through adults; and Christopher Robin (PG) for all ages.
Uniquely, each week Sonoma Christian Home publishes the top picks for the best choices in movies in theaters for all ages that are not only entertaining but edifying with quality production elements. Sonoma Christian Home provides valuable reviews and substantive interviews for these top picks in family-friendly and edifying movies.
Please continue to search for and support the best movies for your friends and families. Be aware that the titles and trailers of some movies may make some movies look family-friendly when they are not. Buyer beware!
The best is yet to come when we continue to support the ongoing reformation in content and renaissance in artistry in media and movies. As audiences continue to see good family and redemptive movies in theaters, keeping them at the top of the box office, more good movies like them are being made. Watch for many top picks this year of redemptive movies that continue to improve in the ongoing renaissance of artistry and reformation of content in movies. Remember that the teams of good family and redemptive movies include consumers, who determine the success and wide global distribution of good family, redemptive movies.
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A win against one of the best teams in the NFL should have stabilized things for the Philadelphia Eagles and Chip Kelly, right? Well, turns out DeMarco Murray isn’t happy with how things are for him, and is stirring up trouble for the team just trying to somehow make it into the playoffs.
Murray is one of the most disappointing players this season, getting a big $8 million per season deal after leaving the Dallas Cowboys. Kelly expected him to be someone who steps right into the shoes of LeSean McCoy, but it hasn’t been working out. Murray has just 569 yards in 11 games this season, averaging only 3.5 yards per carry. Last season he led the NFL with 1845 yards and 13 touchdowns on 392 carries. This season he has five all-purpose touchdowns, one as a receiver.
In the win over the Patriots, Murray had just 8 carries, his lowest contribution since week 3, when he also ran 8 times. He finished with just 24 yards, and it seems Kelly has officially demoted him to backup running back, although this wasn’t the first time he didn’t start. So what does Murray do? He went to Eagles owner Jeff Lurie and told him he’s frustrated with his role in Kelly’s offense. Not wanting to cause a scene? In today’s league, everything leaks out.
While Murray is leading the Eagles in rushing, all three other running backs: Ryan Mathews, Darren Sproles and Kenjon Barner have been more efficient with the ball, getting more yards per carry. Unless Murray has some special influence of Lurie, this move, if it’s actually happened and this isn’t just some media spin trying to create more havoc for the franchise, is backfiring on Murray, who’ll see even less playing time in the final five weeks of the season.
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4 observations after Joel Embiid’s injury scare, impressive night in Sixers' comeback win over Raptors
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4 observations after Embiid’s injury scare, impressive night in comeback win originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia
The Sixers will finish the calendar year without a single loss at Wells Fargo Center.
They overcame early-game shooting struggles to beat the Raptors by a 100-93 score Tuesday night and finish 2020 undefeated at Wells Fargo Center.
Joel Embiid returned after missing Sunday's game with back tightness and posted 29 points, 16 rebounds, two blocks and two steals to help the Sixers improve to 3-1. He also gave the Sixers a scare with an apparent injury in the third quarter (more on that below). Embiid’s kick-out pass to Seth Curry for a three-pointer that gave the Sixers a 96-91 edge was a dagger for Toronto.
The Sixers’ next game is Thursday night against the Magic. Here are observations on their win over the Raptors:
Embiid sidelined, but not for long
Embiid fell to the floor as he pivoted after being double teamed early in the third quarter. It seemed his right leg got tangled with Pascal Siakam’s lower body on the play. He walked back to the locker room following a timeout.
As we saw Sunday night in Cleveland when the Sixers frequently looked aimless without Embiid, his presence is vital. Dwight Howard is a capable and well-credentialed backup center but, at 35 years old, no longer in Embiid’s class.
That Embiid returned minutes later, appeared to be moving normally and avoided a serious injury was surely a massive relief for the Sixers. He was immediately impactful after checking back in, too, coming “up to touch” in pick-and-roll coverage, shifting back to deny Raptors drivers at the rim, dribbling the ball up the floor and establishing position down low during a Sixers run late in the third period.
Embiid said after the game that he's "fine," though he declined to specify what happened.
First-half offensive woes
Instead of Embiid, Tobias Harris was the Sixers’ most productive offensive player to begin the game, scoring nine of the team’s first 11 points.
As he did against the Wizards, though, Harris went cold. The same thing happened for his teammates, none of whom were particularly hot in the first place. The Sixers shot 28 percent from the floor in the first half, 22.2 percent from three-point range. Curry and Danny Green, who rang the team’s ceremonial liberty bell as a duo before the game, combined to shoot 2 for 10 in the opening half. The team managed 48 points, largely thanks to Embiid’s 11 free throws.
That the Sixers don’t have players besides Embiid who regularly draw free throws at a high rate or generate reliable offense when open jumpers aren’t falling remains a problem. It’s one of the obvious arguments for a James Harden trade, though of course it isn’t as simple as assuming a deal for Harden would solve everything wrong with the Sixers and not potentially create other issues.
It was a huge help in this game that Harris found his footing again in the second half, staying aggressive and finishing with 26 points and 11 rebounds. His strong contest of a Fred VanVleet fast break layup late in the fourth quarter was a clutch play, too. Harris has steadily trended upwards since his rough game against the Wizards.
Green’s assessment of Simmons
Green was asked after the Sixers’ morning shootaround what’s stood out to him so far about new teammate Ben Simmons. His response was interesting, and consistent with Green’s comments shortly after arriving in Philadelphia about hoping to have a major off-court impact.
“I think we all knew how talented he was,” Green said. “I think now it’s just him grasping and understanding the system, and forming into — which he’s not naturally — a point guard. He’s a great playmaker, as (head coach Doc Rivers) would say, and he’s good at making plays. But he’s still learning how to put sets together, put people in places — which is going to be different for him, especially with a new system. All of figuring it out, us helping him, us making the game easier for him and him making the game easier for us. We all knew how skilled he was.
“I just think he has to be more assertive at certain times, and at certain times just be more patient. But at the same time, trusting his abilities, not just what he’s good at doing but things we know he’s not used to doing. Whether that’s shooting the jumper — I think he can shoot it pretty well, and I’ve been trying to get him to shoot a little more here and there. That’s a process in itself. So hopefully we can get him to learn the offense first, and we’ll figure out his comfortability within the offense, and hopefully expanding his game a little more.”
In terms of the assertive vs. patient balance Green referred to, Simmons didn’t do well for much of the first half. He settled for awkward runners instead of heading all the way to the rim, was called for a second-quarter charge as he plowed forward without a clear plan on a fast break and couldn’t get the Sixers’ offense clicking.
To his credit, Simmons drew six first-half free throws, was focused and effective defensively against Siakam (8-for-23 shooting) and recognized in the second quarter that getting the ball to Embiid in or near the paint represented the team’s best chance at scoring. Simmons had 11 points on 3-for-11 shooting, 13 rebounds and seven assists.
Adjusting to Korkmaz's injury
With Furkan Korkmaz sidelined at least two weeks by a left adductor strain, the Sixers’ first substitution was Shake Milton in place of Danny Green, leaving all the other starters on the court. That same lineup closed out the Sixers’ opening-night win over the Wizards and looked very good in doing so, with multiple ball handlers facilitating efficient offense. Perhaps they can develop more as a useful group for the Sixers during Korkmaz’s absence.
Matisse Thybulle was next off the bench, replacing Seth Curry. His first defensive possession did not go well as he fell slightly behind Norman Powell off the ball and gave him space to knock down a catch-and-shoot three-pointer. Thybulle, who was scoreless and had no steals or blocks in 12 minutes, should have an extended chance now to show Rivers he can eliminate those kinds of miscues from his game and deserves rotation minutes.
Tyrese Maxey also received first-quarter minutes alongside Milton. While Rivers has seemed to think Milton and Korkmaz are a playmaking duo worth growing, Maxey possesses more talent as a shifty, speedy shot creator. Unlike Korkmaz, however, outside shooting is not a strength. He missed two open attempts from three-point range in the first quarter, and the rookie was certainly not the only Sixer to misfire on good looks from long distance.
Overall, the Sixers’ bench had a poor game offensively. Second-unit Sixers combined to shoot 3 for 18.
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A career advisor’s resume hack has sparked a TikTok debate as to whether it’s ethical. Jonathan Javier, the CEO of consulting firm Wonsulting, suggests searching the position the candidate is interested in on LinkedIn. The candidate should then select the first few people who show up in the results and look at their “About” and “Experience” sections. From there, Javier encourages the candidate to copy and paste the selected people’s roles and responsibilities in a document. The candidate should filter out keywords to add to their resume before finding a recruiter on LinkedIn with those same keywords. Javier’s TikTok has since gone viral, but it also led to questions of whether his advice was appropriate
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Caroline Page
Re-regulate Suffolk buses to save services, says Councillor
July 30, 2013 Caroline Page Leave a comment
Faced with the major collapse of rural bus ‘services’ in Suffolk, Woodbridge Councillor and Lib Dem Spokesman for Transport Caroline Page, has long been calling on both Suffolk County Council and the government to look at re-regulation of rural bus services.
“The response of both institutions has been largely negative,” she says “despite clear evidence that ‘competition’ and ‘market forces’ have done absolutely nothing to benefit rural users over the last decades .”
Yet re-regulation is not impossible.
Last Friday the five Tyne and Wear councils voted to start the consultation necessary to re-regulate their buses . It will be the first region to take the plunge since deregulation of bus non-London services in the 1980s. Re-regulation will allow the region to aim once again for the efficiency, coverage and price which is standard for bus services in regulated London by giving bus companies franchises to run all local services, instead of letting them cherry-pick the ones on which they can make the most money. This is why there are ‘bus wars’ on popular routes in towns and no service at all in many rural areas.
Tyne and Wear was warned that without change, all local school buses would go; a further 200 bus routes would likely disappear, and concessionary child fares would vanish. However, if the councils take over the bus routes, they could use the current subsidy and profits to grow the service to make it meet the needs of all residents.
“Tyne and Wear’s problems are not dissimilar to those we are facing in Suffolk,” says Caroline.
Buses are Britain’s main form of public transport, and in the old days the concept of bus ‘services’ meant service: popular routes would fund socially necessary but less income-generating services elsewhere. De-regulation was heralded by the Thatcher administration as providing competition, but in fact since the 80s some big bus companies have clearly used their size to see off other competitors creating local monopolies which do not benefit passengers at all . According to the FT “Bus companies earn higher margins outside London.. Stagecoach makes an average of 17 per cent outside London, while the figure for Go-Ahead is 10 per cent.” The FT says that average London operators make between 4 and 5 %.
“Bus companies should be forced to compete with each other to provide proper services rather than to maximise profits. I once again call upon Suffolk County Council to do everything they can to make this possible,” says Caroline.
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Replies to Lib Dem Councillors’ questions, July 2013
July 27, 2013 Caroline Page 2 Comments
Below are the questions your Lib Dem Councillors tabled at July’s Full Council together with the appropriate Cabinet member’s reply (plus supplementary question and response where appropriate). They have been transcribed from the official audio recording.
Most unfortunately, John Field’s question, in relation to the Great Blakenham incinerator – although submitted correctly, and acknowledged as such by the Suffolk County Council Monitoring Officer – disappeared from the Full Council agenda and therefore was neither asked nor answered.
To remind you, it was:
1. John Field to Cabinet Member for Environment, Waste and Economic Development (Richard Smith)
The “Escape” study published in the Lancet Oncology journal indicated substantial increases in Lung Cancer at levels of PM2.5 and PM10 pollution significantly below the EEC recommended limits. A second study from Nicholas Mills also in the Lancet linked heart failure rates to PM2.5 and PM10 pollution. These studies raise concern in the population local to the incinerator under construction in Gt Blakenham whose emissions are designed to meet European standards. While I don’t wish to be alarmist these new studies warrant attention.
Will the Cabinet member ensure that the implications of these reports for my division and the wider area are studied thoroughly and reported to councillors and local people?
An answer to this question would be welcomed.
The other questions were:
2. Penny Otton to Cabinet Member for Education, Skills and Young People (Lisa Chambers ) “It has been reported that many primary schools have overcrowded classrooms, i.e; there are more than 30 pupils in a class. In which schools in Suffolk does this occur?”
Cllr Chambers’ response : “There is legislation on the size of infant classes: In infant classes there should be no more than 30 children to a single teacher. There are however permitted exceptions for example; to allow twins to be in the same class, or when a pier panel puts children in a school above the planned intake, or when the child receives a statement of special educational need which names the school. The number of infant classes where there has been more than 30 pupils is reported to the department of education by schools every January. This year there were 15 schools in Suffolk where an infant class exceeded 30. In all but one of these cases, additional pupils fell into one of the permissible categories. After changes at one school, none of its infant classes are now above 30.”
Penny Otten – Supplementary Question: “Following on from this, it seems like the Minister Michael Gove has now scrapped the automatic right for 4 year olds to be given a full-time space in school. If this happens in Suffolk, how will you react to that drastic change in school policy?”
Cllr Chambers – Supplementary Response: “This is something I will look into and will take up with the admissions team over the next few weeks. I am happy to respond to you in writing once I have established the full facts.”
Cllr Chambers’ written answer supplied as follows: The Local Authority has had notification from the Secretary of State, of a change made or an intention to make a change to remove the entitlement to a ‘full time’ school place for every 4 year old child. Therefore we are continuing to work on the basis that a full time place is the entitlement.
If the Secretary of State was to remove this requirement then it could have the effect of increasing capacity in primary school places.
In Suffolk the current primary place strategy does and will continue to provide adequate places in primary schools for Suffolk children. Cabinet has approved a number of capital projects to expand primary schools over proceeding years. The most recent being the Ipswich expansion at the last Cabinet. Suffolk is not in the same position as some other parts of the country, particularly areas in London, where there is very considerable pressure on primary places.
The Annual School Organisation Plan which sets out how we are planning for places and the projections we use will be presented to scrutiny over the coming months when it is finalised and this will provide a further opportunity for debate.
I assume that your questions at council was generated by the press coverage that morning relating to the Bournemouth case, which has raised questions about the clarity of 2012 admissions code guidance for Local Authorities in respect of the entitlement of a full time place for every 4 year old. This doesn’t appear at this stage, however, to be a changing government policy and the DfE are remaining quiet at the moment.
3. Inga Lockington to Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Care (Alan Murray) : “Within the Council’s policy of maintaining dependent people in the Community, could the Portfolio Holder let us know how many assessed Suffolk residents are in receipt of high dependency care packages at home ie. at least two carer visits 4 times a day (or the equivalent Budget) and how does this compare with the same time in 2012 & 2011.”
Cllr Murray Response: “The comparative figures for June are 688, 617, and 598”
Inga Lockington Supplementary Question: “Has there been any change to the assessment criteria over these last few years?
Cllr Murray Supplementary Response: “The answer to that is quite complex, and the assessment criteria are constantly under review, and I would have to (as I am a relatively new boy here) ask for a full response from my officers, but in the complex situation we are, with new CCG’s, hospitals in crisis, ambulances in crisis, it is something we keep under a very accurate review”
Cllr Murray’s further written response “I can confirm in writing that the assessment criteria for social care support in Suffolk have not changed over the past three years – they remain substantial and critical.”
4. Caroline Page to Cabinet Member for Roads and Transport (Graham Newman): “Public transport is an essential part of supporting the welfare of the county, particularly in rural areas. It is coming under increasing pressure and is failing to meet the needs at the time when Suffolk needs it most. When is Cllr Newman going to pressure national government to alter the ridiculous ethos of so-called ‘competition’ which has caused deregulated buses to provide such a terrible service to the people of the Suffolk countryside, over the past decades?”
Cllr Newman Response: “I’m a strong supporter of public transport services in Suffolk. I wish to see more effective coordination of services. The government clearly set out its position in March 2012, in its full response to the competition commission report; ‘Local Bus Service Market Investigation’.
I believe the focus of our efforts should now be on working with the commercial sector to improve the availability and the affordability of transport, particularly to support young people to continue to learn and take their first steps into employment. I therefore welcome the cooperation of the commercial sector in developing our new ‘Endeavour Card’ for young people, and hope that we can build on this relationship to further improve services without unaffordable financial support, in this county council. As Cllr Page will know*, we are meeting with Therese Coffey MP, to discuss these very issues, and indeed I have previously discussed them informally with Dr. Coffey.”
* Caroline Page: This was actually news to me – though very welcome news, particularly as Dr Coffey has not so far answered the specific points I raised with her in June concerning this subject, although she has replied to my letter.
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Caroline Page, Inga Lockington, John Field, Penny Otton, Questions to Council, Uncategorized
Lib Dem Questions for Suffolk County Council: 18 July 2013
July 16, 2013 Caroline Page 1 Comment
Every Full Council, elected members have the opportunity to put questions to the Cabinet members at Suffolk County Council.
These are the questions Lib Dem county councillors are asking this July. I will post the replies after the meeting
John Field to Cabinet Member for Environment, Waste and Economic Development (Richard Smith)
Penny Otton to Cabinet Member for Education, Skills and Young People (Lisa Chambers )
It has been reported that many primary schools have overcrowded class rooms – ie that there are more than 30 pupils to a class. In which primary schools in Suffolk does this occur?
Caroline Page to Cabinet Member for Roads and Transport (Graham Newman)
Public transport is an essential part of supporting the future welfare of the county – particularly in rural areas. And yet it is coming under increasing pressure and failing to meet needs just at the time Suffolk needs it most.
I would like to ask the Cabinet member when he is going to press national government to alter the ridiculous ethos of so-called competition which has caused deregulated buses to provide such a terrible service to the people of the Suffolk countryside over the last decades
Inga Lockington to Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Care (Alan Murray)
Within the Council’s policy of maintaining dependent people in the Community, could the Portfolio Holder let us know how many assessed Suffolk residents are in receipt of high dependency care packages at home ie. at least two carer visits 4 times a day (or the equivalent Budget) and how does this compare with the same time in 2012 & 2011.
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The Swingin‘ Gießen e.V. would like to thank everybody that participated, helped or supported our World Lindy Hop Day 2018 Flash Mob action. This was the first flash mob organized by us to promote Swing Dancing in and around Gießen.
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The Meadows, located in the centre of the town, is an area of 3.6 hectares on both sides of the River Tavy in the care of the Town Council. The Meadows contains a children's play area, a bandstand and grassy open spaces. It is a focal point for the local community with numerous events held throughout the summer months.
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Fighting FUD (fear, uncertainty and doubt) aimed at electric cars (including sources), infographics, links, wording and pictures ready for you to copy and paste
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The arguments (click each topic for the rebuttal, answer and any sources)
Answers within this article have been put together by members of our community [primarily from this post], of course, you could argue we’re biased in our responses, therefore we’ve linked to as many external sources as possible and do encourage everyone to do their own research as well. To be clear, electric cars are not perfect, certain aspects (e.g. UK charging infrastructure needs constant improvement) but they’re superior in many ways to petrol, diesel and Hydrogen cars.
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The environmental impact of electric cars
Isn’t more CO2 produced during the production of an EV compared with a petrol car? / Electric cars are actually worse because of the environmental cost of making the batteries
It’s a fair point on the face of it but you have to look at the whole picture, quite a lot of CO2 is produced when manufacturing an electric car (nobody can deny that, although it’s getting better, but over a lifetime an electric car is up to 73% efficient but an equivalent in a petrol vehicle is only 13% efficient from the fuel you put into them [source], when you look at the lifetime of the vehicle, which is surely the most important factor, considering the vast majority of people drive their cars instead of buying them to stare at the CO2 levels of owning an electric car are dramatically smaller than a petrol or diesel powered equivalent.
“Manufacturing a mid-sized EV with an 84-mile range results in about 15 percent more emissions than manufacturing an equivalent gasoline vehicle. For larger, longer-range EVs that travel more than 250 miles per charge, the manufacturing emissions can be as much as 68 percent higher.” [source]
“Shorter range models can offset the extra emissions within 6 months—and continue to outperform gasoline cars until the end of their lives.” [source]
Also, with economies of scale the CO2 footprint will continue to drop for EV production, already we’re seeing many factories turning to solar and wind power at the bare minimum to power their mega/giga factories!
Cobalt is mined by children
The photos are shocking, nobody should condone such behaviour and it should continue to be irradicated from being a viable method of mining but it’s important to remember that Cobalt is used in the process of refining and cleaning of oil, petrol, diesel, jet fuel etc, the processes are known as desulphurisation & hydrodesulfurization, in short they use Cobalt to help remove sulphur from these fuels [source], not only that but it’s an ingredient in every Smartphone, Laptop and pretty much anything with a battery in so we should all care about this issue and not just point the finger at electric cars.
Regardless, I’m sure we can all agree that Responsible Mineral sourcing is vitally important but if there is only an finite amount of it available we should be looking at alternatives regardless, companies like Tesla are soon to remove it completely from their batteries [source] whilst also (like other brands) adding further checks to ensure it’s sourced responsibly.
Tesla say “The cobalt content of our Nickel-Cobalt-Aluminum cathode chemistry is already lower than next-generation cathodes that will be made by other cell producers with a Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt ratio of 8:1:1. As a result, even with its battery, the gross weight of Model 3 is on par with its gasoline-powered counterparts.” [source]
Tesla say “Tesla is committed to sourcing responsibly and considers mining activities that fuel conflict as unacceptable. All of our contracts require suppliers to adhere to Tesla policies, which include our Supplier Code of Conduct, Human Rights and Conflict Minerals Policy and environmental and safety requirements. As part of this, Tesla’s suppliers are expected to use reasonable efforts to ensure that parts and products supplied to Tesla are “conflict free,” meaning that such mining or mineral trading does not directly or indirectly finance or benefit armed groups in the DRC or any other countries.” [source]
Further reading/links:
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The tyres and brake pads still pollute the air so why bother?
The brake pads on an electric car typically last twice as long (if not longer) as a petrol/diesel car, as the energy normally transferred from the wheel to the brake discs/pads is instead sucked up by the regenerative braking system of the car (effectively the motor generates electricity as soon as you from the motion of the car as it slows down) [source]
Particles from the tyres should be the same as a comparable ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) vehicle.
This dramatically depends on the cars you’re comparing, a Tesla Model 3 is going to be lighter than a Range Rover Defender but a like for like comparison between an electric car and a petrol car of the same exterior size/shape and of a similar performance etc should show the electric car always being heavier, however, there are always going to be heavier cars, vans or trucks out there on the roads and whilst all vehicles cause damage over time it’s going to only ever be marginal compared with large trucks with trailers
Example weight difference:
Hyundai Kona Electric 64kWh = 1685 kg
Hyundai Kona Petrol = 1208 kg
Land Rover Defender = 2133kg
We’re not really sure how this argument comes about but giving companies like Tesla are pushing for Autonomous Ride Sharing schemes we cannot see how there will be more cars on the roads, as you won’t need to own a car anymore, you can simply rent one by the minute/hour/day etc and it will arrive to collect you and drive you to your destination, what will happen is that individual cars will get used more and have less dwell/idle time, because when you’re not using the car it can be out working for you.
I would be better off and the environment would be better off if I just kept my current petrol car.
It’s a fair point, it might be true in your personal circumstances but the answer will depend on the age, pollution levels, miles driven, value and the cost to fill up your existing car, this will be down to you doing the maths comparison, regardless “In all the cases examined, the electric car has a climate advantage over the combustion engine over its entire life cycle.” [source], so when looking at buying a replacement car moving to a fully electric or even a plug-in hybrid should provide you with much lower running costs, lower longterm environmental impact and most importantly less local pollution.
You would also be better off and so would the environment if you sold your existing car and moved to walking, cycling and public transport but considering a large portion of the UK population commute to work via car it’s unlikely that will be convienent for the majority of commuters.
What about the lithium mines? What happens when there is no more lithum?
“Most of the lithium found today is extracted from brine reservoirs located in regions of southwestern South America and China.” [source]
“Lithium is traditionally processed from brine, spodumene, and clay. But there are new forms may make extraction easier as technology continues to develop.” [source]
Lithium mining is not great, but they’re getting better at minimising environmental impact through more recycling, better methods of mining and less lithium being needed on newer batteries. A Tesla battery contains about 12kg of Lithium – which will allow the battery to operate for 20-30 years, you can probably guess how much weight the fuel needed for an oil car is during its 20 year lifetime!
“The main finding of this study is that the impact of a Li-ion battery used in BEVs for transport service is relatively small. In contrast, it is the operation phase that remains the dominant contributor to the environmental burden caused by transport service as long as the electricity for the BEV is not produced by renewable hydropower. ” [source, note it’s from 2010]
Electric cars still use oil to create the car itself which is still bad for the environment | The cars are full of plastic which is made from oil
Correct, but no more than ICE (petrol/diesel car) manufacture.
The powering of electric cars
Electric cars are just powered by coal or nuclear power plants
More UK electricity was produced by wind and solar sources in 2017 than by nuclear power stations. [source]
“When an internal combustion vehicle rolls off the line its emissions per km are set, but for an EV they keep falling every year as the grid gets cleaner,” Colin McKerracher, a transport analyst at BNEF, said. [source]
In April 2018 Britain went 55 hours without using coal power at all – for the first time in 136 years. [source] Electricity production from coal in 2018 was less than any time since the industrial revolution, with the first “coal free day” in 2017 and the first coal free week in 2019 [source] Coal supplied 5.4% of UK electricity in 2018, down from 7% in 2017, 9% in 2016, 23% in 2015 and 30% in 2014 [source]
The National Grid consists of lots of energy sources though and even those that appear clean on the face of it aren’t completely perfect, that said even if we were to power ALL electric cars just with coal powered energy it would still be cleaner than powering all cars with petrol!
The global share of zero-carbon electricity generation is set to increase from 38 percent last year to 63 percent by 2040, according to projections from BNEF [source]
In June 2017 renewables plus nuclear generated more UK power than gas and coal together for the first time and new offshore wind power became cheaper than new nuclear power for the first time [source]
Wikipedia UK Energy use
UK renewable energy capacity surpasses fossil fuels for first time
GridCarbon app (shows the current energy mix)
Gridwatch (web-based live monitoring of the national grid) or Carbon Intensity
Electric cars just move the problem
Electric powered cars do move the problem [the pollution created by generating electricity] but the problem is getting smaller each day and when the grid gets cleaner each month (e.g. like this) everyone wins, that said the main issue with vehicle pollution is people breathing it in (e.g. children that walk to school but walk past / along a road) and it costs us greatly, pollution from cars and vans costs £6 billion per year in health damages [source] and with each car in London costing the NHS and society £8,000 due to air pollution, report finds [source] it’s important to move this problem away from our towns and cities, whilst also removing the need for coal, gas and diesel powered electricity generation.
In 2015, diseases caused by pollution were responsible for 9 million premature deaths. That is 16 percent of all global deaths. Fossil fuel combustion in higher-income countries and the burning of biomass in lower-income countries accounts for 85 percent of airborne particulate pollution. [source] [infographic]
Air pollution: Half a million early deaths in Europe despite progress [source]
Hydrogen / Fuel cell cars are the future
The current charging infrastructure
Not everyone has a place to charge their cars / Lack of driveways
It’s certainly an issue for roughly 35% of the UK population, thankfully there are steps that address this issue but fundamentally it will be down to councils, government, landlords and businesses to offer options for street, community or local charging options.
Copied from Twitter: In the UK 34.85% (RAC foundation, 2009) of car owners don’t have the privilege of off-street parking and 95% of the time cars are parked doing nothing (Guardian, 2017)
One of the biggest benefits of owning an EV is waking up every day with a fully charged battery (with up to 320 miles of range) but if only ~70% of car owners can do this it's going to be an issue, especially by 2040 when you won't be able to buy a petrol car but (continued…) pic.twitter.com/ITpxfYCAqc
— Will Fealey ☀️⚡️🔋🚗 (@WillFealey) November 19, 2018
Option 2: Companies like @ubitricity & @cityev can help councils improve lamp posts by adding EV chargers… If every street had 5+ of these it would solve many of the issues but again it's not ideal on its own… pic.twitter.com/0xZSLNsF27
Option 4: Dedicated on street posts from companies like @Pod_Point, @RolecEV & @ChargemasterPlc etc, these add more furniture to streets and require digging up pavements etc but if done correctly (e.g. via contactless bank card payment NOT membership cards) they're great… pic.twitter.com/0yfyffHzJw
Option 6: The DIY method which many will resort to if the local councils don't support new owners. Remember petrol/diesel fumes are costing our NHS millions per year and the sale of EVs is starting to skyrocket so by 2025 I'd expect most people to be looking at moving to an EV… pic.twitter.com/Ej0knKW5rN
And finally two quotes by @elonmusk & @TheLancet "The cost of inaction is high, while solutions yield enormous economic gains.", so will on-street charging for the people that require it really help local pollution levels whilst boosting our economy? I welcome your comments. Will pic.twitter.com/mQi4e6WdCH
What happens if all my neighbours have electric cars and all get home from work at similar times, won’t the power blackout?
The short answer is no, it will be fine.
“The electricity networks operators, together, can enable a smooth and efficient consumer transition to EVs” – The National Grid [source]
When was the last time you purchased a car? When will you next plan to buy a car? Most likely these dates won’t fall on the same day as the rest of the population of the UK, people buy cars at different moments of their lives and the “the average length of [car] ownership [is] around 4 years” [source] so based on this it’s easy to guess that The National Grid will have some advanced notice so they can plan and implement any changes in power requirements, considering all car chargers installed in the UK need to have a DNO request they know exactly where power is being requested.
The National Grid had this to say:
You could argue that millions of motorists all needing to charge their electric vehicles would require lots of new power stations just to meet this surge in demand. But in fact this is where better consumer engagement and advances in technology both have a part to play.
If every consumer chose to charge their vehicle after getting home from work at 5pm, as System Operator we would face runaway peak demand to manage. The consumer would still have the choice of when and how to charge. In reality, there is already diversity of demand. People arrive home at different times and have different routines, with only one in five expected to charge at peak times. It’s a little bit like every home having a kettle, but we don’t all make a cup of tea at the same time.
Solutions lie in a combination of incentives to encourage off-peak charging and smart systems that make the process of charging itself as simple and automated as possible Consumers would likely be just a couple of clicks on an app away from getting the whole thing done with the minimum of fuss.” [source]
The national grid cannot cope if we all move to electric cars
More UK electricity was produced by wind and solar sources in 2017 than by nuclear power stations. [source] and the amount of energy gained from renewable sources continues to grow massively year on year.
The charging infrastructure is awful, I have never seen a charger
10620 charger locations in the UK (source, Jan 2020)
The charging networks are such a mess, some requiring apps, others RFID cards and only a few allow credit/debit card facilities
Other problems with electric cars
The range is poor / I need to drive 500 miles per day, electric cars aren’t practical
A Teslas will get you 180-300 miles per charge (depending on the model you buy), most other new electric cars on the market will do 150-280 miles per charge and you’ll wake up every day with a full tank! Don’t forget that most UK journeys are under 30 miles [source], so most people spend less time filling up an electric car than an oil car.
I want to drive 500 miles
It’s not even legal for a commercial driver to drive that long without a break for good reasons. If you’re taking a 30 minute break you might as well charge so there is simply no need for a 500 mile battery.
Didn’t you say 250 miles 4 years ago?
500 miles! That’s 10 hours driving, you must have a big bladder.
EVs are great but only for short-distance trips
Electric cars will kill/hurt blind people or animals
The cars take hours to charge
The average car spends about 80% of the time parked at home, is parked elsewhere for about 16% of the time and is thus only actually in use (ie moving) for the remaining 4% of the time [source].
If you’re in the 75% of the UK population that has access to a driveway for your car you can have an external car charger installed so when you arrive home you simply plug the car in and it charges.
Considering the average UK driver drives less than 30 miles per day, even the shortest ranged EV would be perfectly fine for the majority of car drivers in the UK
Electric car subsidies/grants basically just transfer wealth from the poor to the rich
I’m buying a self-charging hybrid instead, you don’t need to plug those in!
I’ve seen that electric cars go up in flames, do they catch on fire easily?
The batteries cost a fortune to replace, do the batteries end up in a landfill? The batteries cannot be disposed of safely
How many years will it be until I need to replace the battery?
Tesla say “A custom-made robotaxi capable of running about a million miles using a single battery pack, with all the sensors and computing power for full autonomy, should cost less than $38,000 to produce.” [source]
Electric car owners don’t pay their fair share to maintain roads
Tesla just uses government subsidies/loans and don’t pay them back, this isn’t sustainable longterm.
Tesla is going to fail, isn’t it? Have they ever made a profit?
What happens if Tesla goes bust? Will the cars suddenly stop working?
I’ve seen people die in a Tesla, they sound unsafe.
The resale value on them plummets. I’d lose a lot of money.
If there is a lightning strike will my battery explode or be damaged?
What happens if it rains or you need to go to a car wash?
Car insurance costs for EVs are excessive.
Aren’t electric cars slow?
I only drive manual cars so I wouldn’t change to an EV until they do a manual
Wind turbines kill birds
What happens when the sun goes behind the clouds and the wind stops? What are you going to do with that renewable energy then?
Nuclear is far easier, cheaper and cleaner than wind and solar so why the focus on these newer renewables?
Nuclear is only cheaper because successive governments have chosen to treat the construction and decommissioning as capital expenditure. If the true cost of decommissioning was included in today’s electricity costs, the electricity would be roughly the same cost as off-shore wind.
Onshore wind power and solar – without subsidies – are now the cheapest source of new bulk power in every major economy in the world apart from Japan
Renewable energy will take away jobs
Renewable energy creates 5 times more jobs than fossil fuels [source] and more UK electricity was produced by wind and solar sources in 2017 than by nuclear power stations. [source]
Who is winning Europe's Renewable Energy Race?
The people on the fence that are genuinely interested but have a problem
How long does it take to charge? What will I do when I’m waiting for it to finish charging?
Considering the average a UK motorist drivers per day is less than 30 miles [source], even the shortest ranged electric car would be perfectly fine for most of the time, however, most wouldn’t recommend one of those, instead you would aim for a 200+ range electric car, so for the occasional longer trips you have plenty of range.
I cannot charge it in my town what do I do?
What happens when you run out of battery?
What precautions do you currently take to avoid running out of petrol/diesel? … well, it’s the same precautions you’d take to avoid running out of electrons. Only it’s easier, because you can “refuel” every night at home
You can’t accidentally run out at all. It would need to be a deliberate act on your part with plenty of warnings so you would’ve also had a plan ready for what you would do when you run out.
When was the last time you ran out of petrol?
There are more plug sockets than there are petrol stations. You can charge from any of them!
My local car dealer doesn’t stock them, why?
Will my energy bills go up?
Do I just plug in the car and it charges?
How cheap are they to run?
They’re just too expensive to buy
What happens about servicing?
Will it need an MOT?
They’re boring to drive / they handle like a boat
I’ve heard that repairing a Tesla is expensive
How long are they going to cover the battery warranty?
I can’t afford a Tesla
It’s good for other roads but not for German autobahns where it heats up very quickly when doing high speeds for long periods of time. (Is this true?
What is the cost of ownership?
Useful Links / Quotes:
Pollution from cars and vans costs £6billion per year in health damages – http://www.ox.ac.uk/news/2018-06-06-pollution-cars-and-vans-costs-£6billion-year-health-damages
In 2015, diseases caused by pollution were responsible for 9 million premature deaths. That is 16 percent of all global deaths. Fossil fuel combustion in higher-income countries and the burning of biomass in lower-income countries accounts for 85 percent of airborne particulate pollution. https://www.thelancet.com/commissions/pollution-and-health [infographic]
Air pollution: Half a million early deaths in Europe despite progress https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-46017339
Each car in London costs NHS and society £8,000 due to air pollution, report finds
https://www.independent.co.uk/environment/cars-air-pollution-cost-nhs-vans-vehicles-health-bills-lung-disease-a8384806.html
Home Charging if you don’t have a driveway options
Cobalt mining Images
Pollution_and_Health_Infographic
Comparison of Hydrogen vs Battery Electric Vehicles
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High-flying Blitzboks seeking Canada Sevens title defence
tgcomnews24 March 7, 2020
JOHANNESBURG – It’s hard to argue with the mark made on the world sevens stage by Blitzbok Cecil Afrika, who has pretty much achieved all there is in his stellar career on the World Rugby Sevens Series.
But the fire and drive to finish at the top – on his own terms – is still burning as bright as 11 years ago when the 32-year-old, who celebrated his birthday on Tuesday, took the field for the first time wearing the Springbok Sevens jersey in Dubai.
Afrika won the World Series three times with the Blitzboks, although, in his first season with the team (2008/09) he was only a member of the wider squad and did not play in any tournaments. Since then though, the Eastern Cape native has pretty much conquered the world.
It was no surprise when Afrika was named World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year in 2011, as he delivered one match winning performance after another and he has hardly slowed down since. A knee injury almost ended his career, but he bounced back to claim more accolades.
In 2016, Afrika added an Olympic bronze medal to his silverware collection and it was at this tournament in Rio where well-known actor Matthew McConaughey asked to meet the Blitzbok star pitch-side.
The Canada Sevens in Vancouver is one tournament where veteran Cecil Afrika has not won any titles yet. Photo:Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix
The world was his oyster since. Almost – as Vancouver is one tournament where Afrika has not gained any gold medals yet.
For the first couple of seasons after Canada was added to the World Series, the Blitzboks’ claim to fame was helping a stranded motorist to change a flat tyre, but last year that bogey was broken was they left BC Place victorious – but Afrika missed out in 2019 due to injury.
This time around, their swagger into the British Columbian city comes with being defending champions as well as winners last weekend in Los Angeles, a title the Blitzboks won in spectacular fashion.
It would be hard to find any arrogance in that swagger though, as the South Africans have been truly grounded and humble as they prepared in what is most likely Afrika’s swansong in Canada.
32 years young today and he gets to celebrate it with his team mates in Vancouver. Happy Birthday @AfrikaCecil #BestOfUs pic.twitter.com/7RoCkpSong
— Springbok Sevens (@Blitzboks) March 4, 2020
Afrika would love nothing more to leave Canada with a gold medal, but that outcome was not high on the agenda when he presented the defence session to the team this week. In fact, it was all about the Blitzboks’ processes – the accountability and the roles and responsibilities of each squad member. Or, as Afrika likes to say, “doing the right thing when no one is looking”.
The Blitzboks’ leading points’ scorer of all time was pretty clear in his presentation.
“We need to take ownership of what happens on the field,” said Afrika.
“It is important to analyse where we made mistakes and why and how to solve them. By analysing our games, one also gets a better understanding of what plays work best and in which positions on the field, so it is an important aspect of our preparation for the weekend.
“We did not have a perfect match in LA, so this review probed the reasons. There were some honest and brutal exchanges, especially on the defensive effort, but we were all prepared to own up and that made it a very productive session.”
Springbok Sevens coach Neil Powell swopped the roles of Mfundo Ndhlovu and JC Pretorius for this weekend’s @CanadaSevens with Ndhlovu promoted to a first appearance in the 2020 @WorldRugby7s while Pretorius will do duty at as the official reserve player. pic.twitter.com/BgqdPo9dsr
Afrika is respected and even revered in the game, but is also the first to admit that reputations do not win contests, especially in the Blitzbok camp, where the next generation of players are setting the world alight.
“They certainly keep me on my toes, they are such a talented group, so you need to be at your best just to keep up,” smiled Afrika.
He missed nine of the 10 tournaments in 2019 due to injury – including the trip to Vancouver – and wants nothing more to leave Canada knowing that nothing was left behind on the field.
“Last week is gone, this tournament is one that provides us with so many opportunities and that is what we must embrace and exploit,” said Afrika.
“It starts with the off-the-field stuff first – being on time for example – and if that is done well, the on-field stuff will fall in place too.”
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Hola VPN Review
Last updated: August 29, 2019 September 24, 2019
Rob Mardisalu
Is Hola actually a good VPN? I seriously doubt because of their sketchy logging policy. But let’s take a more in-depth look…
Hola VPN hit the internet in late 2012. It came from a company called Hola Networks Ltd., which is based out of Israel.
They claim to have served 180 million users in that time through their VPN app.
What differentiates Hola from the competition is that it is primarily a free service. While most VPNs that support free browsing are paid services dabbling into limited free use, Hola is a free provider that also offers paid subscriptions.
This isn’t a typical VPN, though.
It’s the world’s first peer-to-peer VPN, meaning that instead of using a park of servers located around the world, Hola tunnels its signals through the connection of its users.
Odd. Is that a better approach? Or a worse one?
Find out more in this Hola VPN review.
Hola VPN Overview
OVERALL RANK: #73 out of 78 VPNs
USABILITY: Easy to install and use
LOG FILES: Some Logging Policy
LOCATIONS: Unknown
SUPPORT: Contact Form, No Response
TORRENTING: Not working
NETFLIX: Blocks Netflix USA
ENCRYPTION/PROTOCOL: No encryption; Peer to Peer Proxy Tunneling
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.Hola.org
Hola VPN Pros
This is not going to be a positive review.
What you’re dealing with here is a problematic and dangerous VPN service that has been caught red-handed exploiting the internet connections of its users and opening them up to dangerous scenarios.
That being said… its speed was pretty good and it downloaded fast.
So let’s dive into the only positive things I can manage to say about this.
1. Fast Internet Speeds
Even the best VPNs in the world will sap some speed off your overall performance. That’s the trade-off you make for anonymous web browsing.
But when it comes to fastest VPNs, you’d never know it.
A truly effective VPN siphons off a negligible amount of speed, slowing you down, but not to a noticeable degree.
We tested two of Hola VPN’s connections.
Normally we test each VPN server network, but as a community-based VPN, Hola does not use servers. Instead, they redirect requests to the internet connections of other users in a selected country.
So, we tested two connections, one out of the EU and one from the US.
Our EU test fared well, with speeds hardly missing a beat.
EU Speed Test
Download: 84.61 Mbps (12.7% Slower Than 97 Mbps Benchmark)
Upload: 38.83 Mbps (38.7% Slower Than 53 Mbps Benchmark)
Our US test performed well on downloads but sharply plummeted below acceptable speed levels on the upload.
US Speed Test
Ping: 183 ms
Download: 32.47 Mbps (60% Slower Than 97 Mbps Benchmark)
Upload 7.97 Mbps (85% Slower Than 53 Mbps Benchmark)
Out of the 78 VPNs we’ve reviewed, we rank Hola VPN at number 19 in terms of speed.
2. Easy to Install and Use
Hola was seamlessly installed as a Google Chrome browser add-on in a record amount of time. It was under a minute in all for it to download, install, turn on, and start working.
Hola pops in as a drop down, showing you some of the most popular sites in the area that you’re connected to.
I decided to try out a connection in the UK so that I could watch the BBC.
It connected, but I hit a snag. My entire system ground to a screeching halt and I was frozen for about a minute as I waited for the BBC to load up.
Eventually, the issue corrected itself and I was treated to a steady stream of British broadcast journalism.
Then I tried to connect to Canada.
It connected right away and I tried to access Netflix. It did not work, falling victim to Netflix’s VPN blocking system.
All in all, this was a harmless experience from installation to usage.
I should also point out that I was using their premium service, which meant that while it was connecting my computer to the systems of others, I was not a part of their peer-to-peer network.
Hola VPN Cons
Now that we’ve got the two pros out of the way, it’s time to dive headfirst into a whole lot of bad.
It’s not going to be pretty.
It’s not just that they log your information (they do), it’s not just that they sell access to your internet connection to paid users (they do that, too), it’s not even their lack of any kind of encryption standard (we’ll get into that).
This is a company that has been caught dead-to-rights engaging in some shady business. This is a service which opens you up to online threats. This is a company that is profiting off of your personal internet bandwidth while paying nothing and telling you that you’re using a free service.
I can’t even be jovial about this. It’s that level of horrifying.
1. Logs A Lot of Information
Logging is usually the most terrifying thing a VPN company can do. When it comes to this product though, it’s the least of my concerns.
A lot of free VPN companies log information. Usually, they try to hide this fact through technicalities. When you can find a VPN that sticks to a strict no logging policy, you know that you have a winner.
Hola never states on its official website that it doesn’t log your information. They also never overtly state that they do. The only way to find out anything at all about their logging practices is to look at their privacy policy.
I checked out Hola’s privacy policy, and I was shocked at the sheer volume of information they gather and store.
Right off the bat, we know that they’re logging everything about your internet activity. What browser are you using? What web pages are you visiting? How much time did you spend there?
Immediately I’m left asking the question, what’s the point of using this VPN? Everything they just admitted to renders it completely useless.
But they’re not done.
They’ve got your internet activity, and now they’ve got all of your personal information, including the IP address you’re trying to hide, and your billing information.
Not only are they keeping your information, they’re sharing it. I don’t know who these “subsidiaries and affiliated companies are,” but they’re getting an awful lot of information about me.
2. Located in Israel (Cooperative with Surveillance Alliances)
Hola is based out of Israel, which exists outside of the 14 Eyes surveillance alliance.
Ordinarily, that would be a good thing. However, Israel is cooperative with the alliance, despite not actually being a part of it.
This is an agreement between the United States, France, Canada, the UK, Australia, Italy, New Zealand, Germany, The Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Belgium, and Spain. These countries pool their espionage information together, so if one knows something, so do the others.
The Israeli government is not officially a member country, but if pressed for information, they will give it up.
3. Proxy Tunneling, Security Risks, No Encryption
Ordinarily, this is where we talk about the security of a VPN. What protocols are they using to tunnel your signal? What encryption are they using to mask your activity?
Industry standards call for the use of OpenVPN protocol and AES-256 encryption to have a truly safe and secure browsing experience.
But Hola is not a typical VPN.
As I said before, it’s a peer-to-peer VPN network. That means instead of having servers throughout the world that they pay to maintain, Hola uses the bandwidth of their users.
If you’re connecting to the UK, you’re actually connecting to the idle system of a Hola user in the UK and assuming their IP address.
Hola claims that somehow this peer-to-peer networking is making you more anonymous and more secure than military grade encryption.
I don’t buy it.
So, I’m connecting to other people’s computers, and other people are connecting to me, and that’s somehow better than an encryption that can’t be broken by modern supercomputers.
Did you also notice the part where they admit that there are workarounds criminals can take to gain access to your information? How is that more secure than the world’s most powerful VPN tunneling protocols?
Hola is tight-lipped about what, if any security they offer while moving your connection around the world. I did some digging and discovered that they’re not even using a VPN protocol. They’re sending your information via proxy connection. And all information is sent in clear text with no encryption whatsoever.
They’re purposely vague about this, which makes them dangerous. Inspiring a false sense of security in the minds of their users is unethical.
3. DNS and WebRTC Leaks Detected
Leaks quickly unravel even the strongest VPNs. Whether it’s a DNS leak plowing through your VPN tunnel or WebRTC leaks caused by API’s destroying your anonymity, the end result is the same.
Your original IP is uncovered.
We typically run six tests on every VPN that we review. We ran Hola through all six and it failed half of them.
https://ipleak.net/ – Passed
https://www.perfect-privacy.com/check-ip – Passed
https://ipx.ac/run – Passed
https://browserleaks.com/webrtc – Failed
https://www.perfect-privacy.com/dns-leaktest/ – Failed
https://dnsleak.com – Failed
We also ran their installation files through virustotal.com to make sure that everything you’re downloading off of the Hola website is clean and won’t damage your computer.
We checked for 66 viruses using VirusTotal and found nothing – that’s a good sign.
4. No Servers Worked With Netflix
Netflix and VPNs are not friends.
At one time they worked gloriously together. VPNs gave you the freedom to unlock Netflix content from anywhere on the planet.
Then, everything changed when Netflix attacked proxies and VPNs.
Utilizing advanced VPN blocking systems, they’ve effectively shut out the vast majority of users.
That’s why the ability to play Netflix content is a feather in the cap of some of the world’s most useful VPNs.
Hola is not one of them.
We tested five of its connections, and all five were blocked by the streaming service.
5. Torrenting Did Not Work
Hola has no language that expressly forbids the use of torrenting. That being said, we tried and it didn’t work.
Torrenting is a peer-to-peer service, much like Hola. And also like Hola, that community connection makes it dangerous.
That’s why many users turn to VPNs to protect their private information from the invasive hands of hackers who weasel into their system through torrenting services.
If you’re looking for a great VPN for torrenting, Hola is not it. But to help in your search we’ve compiled a list of the top VPNs for torrenting.
6. Limited Device Support
I think it has been fairly clear that I have had a hard time trusting Hola up to this point.
That was worsened when I took a look at their device support list.
When I first looked at this list, I was impressed. It’s a very thorough list of devices. You’ve got browsers, computers, mobile devices, gaming systems, routers, content streaming smart devices, and televisions.
Each icon is a link.
I clicked through that whole top row and saw that each link led to a destination.
Then I tried to click the Xbox link.
Wait, what? If you don’t support Xbox then why was it listed? I figured it had to be a mistake so I tried to click on the PlayStation link.
I went through that entire second row, and all of them had the exact same error message. They’re listed in a fun infographic showcasing all of these wonderful devices that you can use Hola on, but only half of them actually work.
Their deceptive and insulting tactic aside, VPNs need to be available on more than just computers and phones. More users are starting to use VPNs to stream content from services like Kodi directly to their televisions.
That can’t be done with such limited compatibility.
7. No Servers, No Kill Switch, History of Misconduct
As stated before, Hola does not have servers that they pay for and maintain. By becoming a user of the free service you, in essence, become a server.
Anyone who wants to use the service but not allow others into their system must pay for the premium plan.
Its tagline should be “All the Benefits With None of the Glaring Security Risks.”
Adding to my growing unease with the safety of Hola is its lack of a built-in kill switch. A kill switch abruptly ends a VPN user’s session if their connection destabilizes.
But I guess when a VPN doesn’t have encryption, you can hardly fault them for not having a kill switch.
One thing that users don’t seem to comprehend until it’s too late is that by signing up for this free service, they’re also agreeing to become exit nodes for Hola.
An exit node is a gateway from which traffic hits the internet. So, if someone connecting to your system through Hola does something illegal, it looks like you did it.
Also, Hola got caught three years ago using its free subscribers as an enormous botnet and selling it to users of their paid Luminati service for upwards of $20 per GB.
In 2015, a Luminati user took advantage of this massive botnet comprised of unwitting civilians to launch an attack against a website called 8chan.
8. Non-Existent Customer Support
If you want to find customer support for Hola, good luck.
They hide the contact link at the very bottom of their page as if hoping you’d never find it.
I ignored the help email address, opting instead to click on the “contact us” link, hoping for a chatbot or contact form.
No such luck there either.
It’s just an email address, so I fired up my gmail and sent in my question.
I decided I wanted to ask about VPN protocols and encryption levels, since they were being so cagey about that on the site. I figured that if the customer service department would at least be truthful about what I had found, I could respect the honesty.
There you have it. Short, sweet, and open-ended. I even asked about torrenting and TOR as an added opportunity for them to impress me.
It has been two days and I have received absolutely no response. Not even an acknowledgment that my email was received.
Hola VPN Costs, Plans, & Payment Methods
Hola is hailed as a free service, first and foremost. If you look on their site it’s everywhere.
You get the point.
That being said, there is a premium plan, which I mentioned before. It’s the same as the free plan, only you don’t allow other users to connect with your equipment.
The premium plan will run you $11.95 per month on a month to month basis, a full year at $6.99 per month, or $2.99 per month for the 3-year plan. All plans come with a 30-day money back guarantee.
As far as payment options go, it’s either credit card or PayPal. No anonymous payments are accepted.
Do I Recommend Hola VPN
No chance.
Where do I even begin?
They log everything you do, they cooperate with surveillance alliances, there’s no encryption. This is the least secure VPN I’ve ever seen.
To top it all off, it opens you up to new threats. I know the company line is that leeching off your buddy Nate from London’s bandwidth is somehow safer and more secure than utilizing the same encryption software as the NSA, but I’m not going to believe that for a second.
You can’t watch Netflix, you can’t torrent, what purpose does this serve other than to make you an unknowing cog in a botnet that their Luminati users can exploit?
Their customer service was laughable and every word on their bright and colorful website feels misleading, as was evident by their device list.
The only way I could ever support anyone using this would be if they plopped down $5 for a month of premium service – their features aren’t worth it. And even then, only if you wanted to do something incredibly simple like unblock YouTube content only available in another country.
If you’re doing anything that involves even a shred of privacy, look elsewhere.
Avoid Hola VPN at all costs. It’s not secure enough for public Wi-Fi nor your data protection.
We rank them at 68 out of the 78 VPNs that we’ve reviewed.
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9 user reviews for Hola VPN
Jamie Meaney 1/10 October 29, 2019
Unblock every website? More like the opposite!
Everyone was suggesting this VPN, so I decided to try it. Connected to the USA server to watch the free streaming site TubiTV, and then it told me the site was not available in my location. This VPN is an ultimate waste of time, and I am now asking Hola if you need to upgrade. Bear in mind that Tubi is the first site I tried with this VPN.
Michael Lawrence 10/10 July 14, 2019
I've installed the Chrome extension and it works wonders. I was able to watch Netflix from Hong Kong (I'm in the EU) with perfect quality. So far I haven't met any issue and I don't really care if my information is leaked, because I don't have anything of note. However, I do advise that you use a different VPN like ProtonVPN for sites that use bank account details and other personal information.
Beardy Beard 3/10 May 6, 2019
Question about Hola
I'm a complete novice to VPN's and when I was told I needed one to access some sites my Internet Provider has blocked, I was recommended Hola!
I've been using it casually over the last year and only to gain access to the blocked sites. For a bit it worked fine but recently it keeps trying to get me to go to premium and the sites I could access are now blocked. I decided to remove it and look for another VPN but just happened to see your review.
Should I be worried about what Hola have accessed if I have deleted Hola's extension from Firefox and deleted the application from my MacBook?
Lizzie 1/10 March 10, 2019
I didn't Install It... Thank God!!!
I did not install Hola. However, I did sign up for a free account and have been trying to get my account cancelled. Thank you for this article. I will definitely not be using Hola! VPN service. They do not seem legit. I cannot stand sites that allow you sign up for an account but REFUSE to allow you to cancel your account. That pretty much speaks volumes.
Daker 1/10 December 21, 2018
I noticed that Hola is 68th out of the 74 VPNs you reviewed and found it strange. I don't think anyone can get lower that them. Can you include something about the latest news regarding Hola so that your readers can see how sketchy they are? Or do you think that's nothing to worry about?
Samuel Adams 9/10 December 9, 2018
It has many pluses as a content access tool
The review is useful but one-sided. Hola's approach is not for those who value privacy or care about a miniscule use of bandwidth as exit nodes. But it has major pluses for someone who cares about content blocks and such: (1) Free, unlike any other VPN that actually works. (2) Universal, can emulate a specific town in a small country if necessary (no luck with traditional VPN if no server there). (3) Harder to detect as a VPN; unlike having dedicated VPN servers that can be identified as such, you masquerade as another random user with all their attributes. Try accessing ESPN3 (geoblocked + specific ISP) with a regular VPN.
I see they are now starting to require a premium subscription to access some valuable sites like the BBC, which limits their value depending on how many such sites they do this for. My rating is from before they implemented this change.
shannon 1/10 December 7, 2018
I thought I smelled a fish
I only downloaded this add-on because a particular online boutique based in the UK would give me an error message when trying to purchase items or even click on an item to check it out. I googled the issue and HOLA VPN was suggested to correct it. I downloaded it and it would work like a charm when I would receive the error message. A couple of times I actually made it to the purchasing process but noticed that no money was taken out of my account. What a bummer! I just started to feel that something was not right. Began to feel like just maybe my info was being compromised. I, like a lot of people, just wanted a fix and failed to read the fine print (privacy policy). I eventually deleted it. Thought about getting it again but I came to this article and Im glad I did. Won't happen. Thanks. Very well written article BTW.
Jesse Hakinson 1/10 November 12, 2018
Hola is no longer free.
I can't use the BBC iPlayer no more because it's says you need "fast, streaming servers" to browse the site, and it forces to upgrade to Hola Plus. I removed the extension from Google Chrome after logging into netflix, and once again, it tries to coerce me into upgrading to Hola Plus. After 6 years of being a free VPN alternative, Hola, is DEAD.
Romeo Mihalcea 1/10 September 9, 2018
Barely scratched the surface
You haven't even touched the elephant in the room regarding Hola. Every user acts as an exit node for their business (luminati) which is where the money comes from. Hola is just a unicorn so they can grab as many users as they can while luminati sells access to the internet of hola users with many of them being unaware of that. Not to mention that you can get hacked pretty fast running hola. Read the internet.
Rated #73 out of 78 VPNs
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– Keeps a lot of logs
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– Leaks detected
– No torrenting/Netflix
– Non existent customer support
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The aftermath of the Huckaboom
May 15, 2011 The Binge Thinker 0 comments
From late Friday afternoon until Saturday night, the GOP grassroots was abuzz. Folks who had organized, committed dollars, and pledged to volunteer for the undisputed frontrunner for the GOP presidential nomination were about to finally find out whether he would run.
No other Republican candidate polled as well as former Arkansas governor Mike Huckabee. For more than a year, President Obama had lost poll after poll to Governor Huckabee, while soundly defeating potential candidates Mitt Romney, Sarah Palin, Ron Paul, and the litany of also-rans.
Questions were raised about Huckabee’s ability to raise money, but in recent days, specific, targeted meetings with some of the largest money-persons and bundlers available had made it clear that a Huckabee candidacy would be well endowed.
Questions were raised about his policy positions in 2008, but ever since, Governor Huckabee has made his case clear on more than 600 radio stations to an audience that used to gain similar insights from Paul Harvey. Then, of course, his ratings bonanza on Fox News was added like ice cream on apple pie. He not only consistently won his timeslot on Saturday evenings but would beat all other weekend news programming on Saturday nights.
Questions were raised about his family’s concerns and the emotional and physical toll a campaign cycle has on relationships. But Governor Huckabee made it clear on Saturday night that his decision was not based on money, name recognition, or family concerns.
Having answered all of the outstanding questions, he explained that it all came down to a decision within — and that he was at peace with what he had decided. He was out. Period.
His absence from the 2012 contest means that the most reliable block of GOP voters — evangelicals — are up for grabs. His absence from the debates leaves the spotlight for someone else, given that he was largely considered the winner of all the 2008 GOP debates. His decision not to run eliminates the only candidate the GOP had who was consistently polling ahead of Obama.
I’ve written at length in my new book about the biggest deficit we face as a nation, and it is not one that is measured in dollars, commerce, or trade — it is one of character. We need a leader who clearly delineates right from wrong and common sense from stupidity, and who speaks directly and plainly to the hearts of the voters.
Huckabee could have been that leader.
With Huckabee out, the GOP is at a distinct disadvantage. The field now includes no one who consistently matches up well against the president, and in some ways you know the Obama camp must be thrilled at the prospect of not having to send the incumbent into a general election debate against the much smarter wit of the governor.
But all is not lost, not even close. Ideas matter. Words mean things. Policies impact lives. And decisions have consequences.
In some ways the race is perfectly aligned for a political outsider to come in and do well. Herman Cain by most accounts won this month’s GOP debate in South Carolina, and perhaps Huckabee’s exit is his gain.
Once the announcement was made, my producer came to my studio and asked, “What do you think?”
My answer was simple, “I think we all need to do our homework, know the issues, know the positions of the candidates, and become advocates for the ideas we believe will solve our biggest problems.”
In short, absolutely nothing has changed, and it’s time to get to work.
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POLL: Which 2017 ACM Awards Performance Are You Most Excited to See?
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The 2017 ACM Awards' performance lineup is stacked with talent: Nearly two dozen acts will be taking the stage during the awards ceremony on Sunday night (April 2). So, whose performance are you most excited for?
Jason Aldean, Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Brothers Osborne, Luke Bryan, Brett Eldredge, Sam Hunt, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Maren Morris, Old Dominion, Jon Pardi, Rascal Flatts and Chris Stapleton are all scheduled to perform during the 2017 ACM Awards ... but that's not all! Additionally, the 2017 ACM Awards ceremony will feature superstar collaborations from Reba McEntire and contemporary Christian artists Lauren Daigle, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, Thomas Rhett and Morris, Cole Swindell and Bentley, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban, and Florida Georgia Line with the Backstreet Boys.
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Mobileye, Geely Combine for Robust ADAS on new EV
By The Brake Report September 28, 2020 No Comments
Chinese automaker Geely Auto Group unveiled its premium electric vehicle, the Zero Concept from Lynk & Co, in September 2020 at the Beijing Auto Show. The Zero Concept EV will feature Lynk & Co’s CoPilot solution powered by Mobileye SuperVision surround-view advanced driver-assistance system with over-the-air update capabilities. (Credit: Geely Auto Group)
Source: Intel announcement
BEIJING — Geely Auto Group, the largest privately held auto manufacturer in China, unveiled the highly anticipated premium electric vehicle (EV), Zero Concept, from Lynk & Co – a Geely brand – at am event held in conjunction with the recent Beijing Auto Show.
The new Zero Concept EV will feature Lynk & Co’s CoPilot solution powered by Mobileye SuperVision™ surround-view advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) with over-the-air (OTA) update capabilities.
Utilizing Mobileye’s production-ready SuperVision system based on Mobileye’s leading EyeQ5® system-on-chip (SoC) alongside Geely’s accelerated production capabilities will enable Geely Auto Group to deliver a new suite of advanced driver-assist features to consumers beginning in fall 2021.
Ford, Mobileye Expand ADAS Development Relationship
“We created the Lynk & Co brand in 2016 with the goal of providing a new, premium experience for global consumers; to date, we have delivered over 300,000 Lynk & Co units to customers. In the next phase of our growth, we will collaborate with Mobileye to deliver an entirely new driving experience that is truly unmatched,” said An Conghui, Geely Auto Group chief executive officer. “Lynk & Co CoPilot powered by Mobileye’s SuperVision system will bring the most advanced vision-based driving-assistance technology to the production version of the Lynk & Co Zero Concept, making it soon to be one of the world’s leading premium vehicles with the most robust driver-assist features.”
“Our collaboration with Geely is a game changer for the global automotive industry as it brings our industry-leading surround-vision technology to market in one of the most advanced driver-assistance systems,” said Amnon Shashua, senior vice president at Intel and president and chief executive officer of Mobileye, an Intel company. “We are thrilled to help Geely offer Lynk & Co drivers an exciting and advanced package of high-level driver aids and safety features, including point-to-point highway pilot and traffic-jam assist, all powered by Mobileye’s SuperVision surround-view driver-assistance system and kept current with OTA updates.”
Lynk & Co CoPilot, powered by Mobileye’s SuperVision system, is a first-of-its-kind ADAS-to-AV scalable system, supported by the unprecedented use of surround-view cameras and other driving policy and navigation technologies powered by two EyeQ5 SoCs, Mobileye’s most advanced SoC. The solution brings cutting-edge safety technology to assist human drivers in a multitude of different driving scenarios.
In addition to enabling high-level driver assistance in the Zero Concept EV over several years, Geely and Mobileye announced a high-volume ADAS agreement to equip a variety of Geely Auto Group makes and models with Mobileye vision-sensing technology.
The long-term agreement will see multiple Geely Auto Group brands and vehicles outfitted with Mobileye-powered ADAS features such as automatic emergency braking and lane-keeping assist.
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Student-run organization pushes for equity in the San Mateo District
@smuhsdequity on Instagram
A post from SMUHSD Equity Instagram on Oct. 22 regarding a past teach-in with the District that was held on Nov. 17.
Julianna Oliver, Staff Reporter
San Mateo Union High School District (SMUHSD) Equity is a student-run group organized by students of color along with allies who are pushing for more diverse lessons to be taught in SMUHSD schools. Their main outlet is their Instagram account on which they post about upcoming events they will be taking part in, slides with information about pressing topics, as well as what their group hopes to accomplish and what they have already done.
The group advocates for the eradication of casual racism, which is a term used to represent racist phrases and actions used in passing. Examples of casual racism include saying things such as, “You don’t look Asian,” or something as seemingly small as actions like trying to touch a person of color’s hair. Trying to touch a person of color’s hair gives them unwanted attention to something that is normal to them. SMUHSD Equity hopes to see more change when schools are faced with racism in any form and the implementation of more diverse lessons in schools’ curricula.
The four leaders of the group come from different schools in the district and they share the leadership role equally.
The group has worked with SMUHSD to lead a teach-in and educate staff about instances such as casual racism and the benefits of diverse lessons in school curriculums. They have also worked to teach SMUHSD staff about starting conversations about these pressing issues and more.
“We are a band of brothers and sisters and collectively . . . I want no recognition that doesn’t matter to me, it’s working hard and combating systemic and institutional racism,” Badri Viswanathan, a freshman at Hillsdale said.
Gamze Akildiz is another leader in the group. She is a senior from Burlingame who is ecstatic to have an outlet where she can advocate alongside others who feel the same as her on pressing topics.
“My passion fueled from personal experience because I’ve gone through a lot. Whether it’s in the streets or in the classroom,” Akildiz said. “So when I found out there was a group of students who wanted to make a change, it made me want to be a part of that,”
Akildiz claims to have experienced racism from staff and students, prompting her to make a change in the reactions of staff when observing students dealing with racism.
“I definitely think that we need to start separating more time for conversations about race and racism. I feel like we need to change our curriculum because it really has brainwashed a lot of students about those topics,” Akildiz said.
Sophia Heath, a student at Hillsdale and the third leader of SMUHSD Equity, believes that the topic of racism as well as the implementation of different cultures should be put into every class taught.
“I don’t like what [Ethnic Studies] suggests, like we should only be learning about racism in that class and not other classes which is ridiculous because it’s such an intersectional topic,” Heath said.
Angelia Dayag, a student at the College of San Mateo’s Middle College, is the fourth leader of the team.
“For the past twelve or thirteen years of education, I’ve never learned about my own people and my own culture — I’m still learning about my own history which would be great to learn in class.”
The four leaders unanimously stated they have not heard any backlash from the account itself; only support and appreciation. Annie Miller, a history teacher at Burlingame, is overjoyed to hear that there is a team of students fighting with a cause.
“I think it’s amazing that students are pushing to learn more and I love it. It makes me feel like what we do matters because sometimes I don’t always feel like that. It makes me overjoyed that students are interested — and that they want to be a part of the conversation,” Miller said.
The SMUHSD Equity team is still looking for members to join in the conversation. They are also working with the school board by joining meetings and talking to the SMUHSD superintendent about work needing to be done in the district as a whole.
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Algoma Central Railway
Algoma Central Railway was chartered in 1899 by Francis Hector Clergue as a "feeder line" to his industrial-resource empire at Sault Ste Marie.
British Columbia Railway
The British Columbia Railway was incorporated as the Pacific Great Eastern Railway in 1912 to build a line from North Vancouver to Prince George, where it was to link up with the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway.
Canadian Government Railways
The Canadian Pacific Railway company was incorporated in 1881. Its original purpose was the construction of a transcontinental railway, a promise to British Columbia upon its entry into Confederation. The railway — completed in 1885 — connected Eastern Canada to BC and played an important role in the development of the nation. Built in dangerous conditions by thousands of labourers (including 15,000 Chinese temporary workers), the railway facilitated communications and transportation across the country. Over its long history, CPR diversified, establishing hotels, shipping lines and airlines, and developed mining and telecommunications industries. In 2001, Canadian Pacific separated into five separate and independent companies, with Canadian Pacific Railway returning to its origins as a railway company. CP, as it is branded today, has over 22,500 km of track across Canada and the United States. It is a public company and trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange and New York Stock Exchange under the symbol CP. In 2016, CP had $6.2 billion in revenue and $1.6 billion in profit and held assets valued at $19.2 billion.
Champlain and Saint Lawrence Railroad
The Champlain and Saint Lawrence Railroad (incorporated 1832), Canada's first railway, ran between LA PRAIRIE on the St Lawrence River and St Johns [ ST-JEAN ] on the Richelieu.
Cobourg and Peterborough Railway
One of the 2 earliest railway charters granted in Canada, the Cobourg Rail Road Co was incorporated in 1834 to build a railway from Cobourg northward to Peterborough across Rice Lake. The project was shelved until 1846, when it was revived as the Cobourg and Rice Lake Plank Road and Ferry Co. Samuel Gore built his plank road the 17 km to the lake, but it barely survived the first 2 winters.
Contemporary Railways
In the 4 decades following World War II, Canada's 2 major railways became major conglomerates, among the largest companies in Canada. During the 1950s and 1960s a number of major resource railways were completed.
Grand Trunk Pacific Railway
The Grand Trunk Pacific Railway was a 4800 km system whose main line ran from Winnipeg via Melville and Edmonton to Prince Rupert, British Columbia.
Grand Trunk Railway of Canada
In late 19th Century, the Grand Trunk Railway of Canada was the major railroad in the Province of Canada (Ontario and Quebec), connecting Toronto to Montreal.
The London and Gore Railroad Co, incorporated 6 May 1834, changed its name to the Great Western Rail Road Co in 1845 and to the Great Western Railway in 1853. Promoted by lawyer-politician Allan Napier MACNAB and more significantly by Hamilton merchants Isaac and Peter Buchanan, R.W.
Hudson Bay Railway
Two of western Canada's earliest railway charters, granted in 1880, authorized construction, with government help, of railways parallelling old water transportation routes to Hudson Bay. The projects were amalgamated in 1883 and the first 64 km built northward into the Manitoba interlake region.
Intercolonial Railway
The Intercolonial Railway was a rail line that operated from 1872 to 1918, connecting Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Québec and Ontario. The line was Canada’s first national infrastructure project. Plans for its construction date to the 1830s, but the project only gained momentum during the Confederation conferences of 1864 in Charlottetown and Québec City, where construction of the Intercolonial Railway was negotiated for the Maritime colonies’ entry to British North American union. Construction began shortly after Canada became a country in 1867, with most lines completed by the mid-1870s.
Locomotives and Rolling Stock
The first locomotive to be constructed in Canada was built by the James Good family (1853) of Toronto. Named Toronto, the locomotive had a set of 4 driving wheels and 4 small front wheels for better travel through curves.
National Transcontinental Railway
The NTR's development was rooted in the power play between railway entrepreneurs and politicians of the early twentieth century.
Quebec, North Shore and Labrador Railway
Quebec, North Shore and Labrador Railway links the towns of Labrador City, Wabush and Schefferville to the port of Sept-Îles.
More familiar are the "road stations" built between 1855 and 1857 for the Grand Trunk Railway's line from Montréal to Toronto and Sarnia.
Railways, Track and Yards
Railways, Track and Yards Railway track is the assembly of the 5 basic components - rail, ties, fastenings, ballasts and subgrade - over which trains run. Rails are rolled steel lengths bolted or welded together to form the running surface for trains.
St Lawrence and Atlantic Railroad
St Lawrence and Atlantic Railroad, the world's first international railway, began service and was completed and inaugurated on 18 July 1853.
The Last Spike
The Last Spike was the final and ceremonial railway spike driven into the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) track by company director Donald Smith on the morning of 7 November 1885. The ceremony marked the completion of the transcontinental CPR and was a muted affair at which a group of company officials and labourers gathered at Craigellachie near Eagle Pass in the interior of British Columbia. One of about 30 million iron spikes used in the construction of the line, the Last Spike came to symbolize more than the completion of a railway. Contemporaries and historians have viewed the Last Spike — as well as the iconic photographs of the event — as a moment when national unity was realized.
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Dean Spanos and the $550 Million Question
Posted: January 19, 2016 in Uncategorized
Tags: Chargers, Dean Spanos, Los Angeles, Mark Davis, Mayor Kevin Faulconer, NFL, Oakland Raiders, Rams, San Diego, Stan Kroenke
The NFL has spoken. The St. Louis Rams win as they return to their Los Angeles roots. Inglewood is a vision of joy via stadium construction and the rest of Stan Kroenke’s vision.
Which leads us to the Chargers.
Granted, the NFL offered Dean Spanos the opportunity to be Stan Kroenke’s junior (emphasis) partner. File that offer under throw the dog a bone. As Mr. Spanos considers the reality of junior partner coupled with the one year of advantage given the Rams, he would be foolish to head north.
All public and private praise regarding stadium development will land at the feet of Mr. Kroenke. Inglewood denizens will pause in wonder at the transformation witnessed as the stadium rises into the sky accompanied by hotels, restaurants and general consumer friendly development. Dean Spanos will have stand in jealous wonder. Stan Kroenke becomes the older, popular, more successful brother. Mr. Spanos will know the social sting of being “allowed” to play in Stan Kroenke’s sparkling new stadium adorned with all things Rams. Mr. Spanos will truly know the feeling of rent. Multi-millionaires do not rent. Thank you very much.
Sadly, Mr. Spanos will continue to sneer at the most logical solution: the renovation of the Q along with all the impressive commercial development coupled with a ready and waiting November vote requiring a simple majority of city voters.
Yes, the NFL did toss another $100 million at Mr. Spanos for a breathtaking total of $300 million in NFL stadium subsidies. Yet, is there such a thing as too much free money? Why must the wealthy use their own cash? What is next? Driving their own cars?
In the NFL’s world, where the impossible does not exist, we are given the possibility of the Oakland Raiders moving south to San Diego. Mark Davis finds the idea plausible. Mr. Davis will not have the downtown obsession affliction of Mr. Spanos. Mayor Kevin Faulconer has made the Raiders his Plan B. Given history, this Plan B is as painful as the Yankees playing weekend games at Fenway. However, the Chargers have not responded to any San Diego negotiation since June, 2015. Is Mayor Faulconer to wait by the phone forever? Perhaps Mr. Davis will call and send flowers long before Mr. Spanos returns his attention to the ignored Mayor Faulconer. Coulda, shoulda, woulda.
Mr. Spanos has a long proven reluctance to remove his wallet to spend his own money (or endure the bothersome process of instructing his financial advisors to access lines of credit and loans as other business people do on a daily basis). That reluctance negates any chance of his delivering the approximate $550 million in relocation fees to the NFL to play tenant in Los Angeles. A bruising spring and summer of idiocy awaits as Mr. Spanos comes to the slow (painfully slow) realization that San Diego is a wonderful place to play football and make money.
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Since the summer, the government has guided which countries or regions we can visit through the ‘Travel Corridor’ scheme. This allows anyone to travel back to the UK without the requirement to quarantine. Starting yesterday, an additional scheme has been introduced to reduce the quarantine period for those travelling from destinations which are deemed to be ‘unsafe’ and are not on the travel corridor list, which is called Test to Release.
Initially, the quarantine period for these unsafe countries was 14 days, which this week has been reduced to ten. The new scheme allows you to take a Covid-19 test after five days, allowing to end the quarantine period early if a negative result is returned.
This sounds great, although there is a catch. Unlike when you travel outbound from the UK and you need a test, with 100’s of providers offering private tests, the Test and Release scheme only allows you to be tested by a handful of authorised centres. The government have stipulated that it can only be done privately, and they won’t accept one which has been provided by the NHS – which is quite standard for travel.
Obviously, in the current climate, and with the UK borders still being open – the suppliers of these authorised tests are being overwhelmed by demand.
The providers of these tests are being updated constantly and can be found here.
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A glass pipe for smoking P found in a methamphetamine manufacturing lab following a police raid on January 17, 2018 in Auckland (Image: Fiona Goodall/Getty Images)
Stop blaming banned drugs for the devastation caused by prohibition
Julian Buchanan | Guest writer
New Zealand was poised for drug reform in 2007, but reform never came. Why do we still adhere to drug prohibition, which will be remembered as one of the most arbitrary, barbaric and brutal systems of oppression in human history?
‘Drug’ Prohibition is an archaic system of control conceived in the 1950s that’s had a devastating global impact upon individuals, families, communities and countries.
Back in the 1950s offensive ideas and practices towards indigenous people, people of colour, women, homosexuals, people with mental illness or learning disabilities were sadly not uncommon. Indeed, abuse was legitimised and normalised at a structural, cultural and interpersonal level. Now almost 70 years later, such bigotry has successfully been exposed and challenged, and such attitudes are for the most part no longer socially acceptable or state approved.
By contrast, the oppressive attitudes in the 1950s directed towards people who used ‘drugs’ became enshrined in the 1961 UN Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, and little has changed since. We have been duped into using state approved drugs (alcohol, caffeine, tobacco and sugar) within our daily routines and rituals and to embrace them as ‘non-drugs’. These hidden drugs have monopolised and saturated the market, while all substances banned by the government (that we are encouraged to call ‘drugs’) are demonised, presented as unquestionably dangerous.
This sharp distinction between state-approved and state-banned drugs has no scientific or pharmacological foundation to support it. What we commonly referred to as ‘drugs’ or ‘narcotics’ are simply a list of substances, arbitrarily prohibited for political reasons. It’s an untenable 1950s social construct lacking any research evidence to support it. Prohibition and fierce law enforcement cannot be justified from a human rights perspective or from a scientific basis, but conveniently banned drugs are blamed for the devastation and damage caused by prohibition.
Ironically, when they’re under the same quality control conditions as state-approved drugs, banned substances are generally less physically, socially and psychologically harmful. Further, there are medical benefits to many prohibited drugs that are being to denied to patients, leaving people with epilepsy, PTSD, depression, autism, Alzheimer’s, MS, Parkinson’s and cancer to needlessly suffer, or risk criminalisation and/or imprisonment.
Prohibition doesn’t stop people using drugs; it just makes using drugs dangerous. Once drugs are pushed underground users have little idea of the content of their purchase. The drug could be much higher potency than they anticipated, it could be mixed with highly toxic ingredients, and if they get into difficulty they are less likely to seek help. Undoubtedly, one of the greatest risks is posed not by drugs, but by a drug conviction. A criminal record for a drug crime can result in insurmountable hurdles when seeking employment, education, housing, international travel, insurance and relationships.
But drug enforcement is selective and profoundly divisive. It invariably targets the poor, the indigenous, people of colour, and people from black and minority ethnic groups (BME), despite evidence that levels of drug use are similar across communities. This discriminatory drug enforcement has resulted in worrying disparities in terms of over-representation of indigenous people and people of colour in prison, particularly in New Zealand, Australia, the United Kingdom and USA.
Image: Shawn Patrick Ouellette/Portland Press Herald via Getty Images)
The prohibition efforts to reduce drug supply have failed abysmally (UN report records levels of opium production in Afghanistan last year) but despite the failure of prohibition, the drug policy ratchet only ever leads to more punitive approaches. Research indicates that policing to remove dealers from stable supply chains actually increases violence in communities, while militarised responses to drug cartels have effectively resulted in violent ‘drug wars’ that have destabilised countries such as Mexico. The worrying growth of violent gangs and drug cartels are not inevitable by-products of ‘drugs’. They are the inevitable outcome of a brutally enforced system of drug prohibition, one that was also witnessed in the 1920s with alcohol prohibition.
Like other forms of oppression that were once institutionalised by government, the lid is being lifted on prohibition, exposing the lack of evidence to support it. Many countries have adopted harm reduction approaches: the Netherlands has sold cannabis in coffee shops since the 1970s; Portugal decriminalised all drug possession in 2001; Switzerland began prescribing injectable heroin in 1991; and in 2014 Uruguay legalised home-grown cannabis. The old regime of prohibition is crumbling, and countries engaged in reform are realising the positive outcomes in terms health, employment, disease control, crime and addiction. There is no going back.
New Zealand was poised for drug reform in 2007 when the Law Commission was tasked to review the Misuse of Drugs Act 1975. In 2011 after a four-year investigation the Law Commission published a comprehensive radical review, including 144 recommendations. Key recommendations of the Law Commission included rescinding the 1975 Act and replacing it with new legislation rooted in a health approach, a cautioning scheme for all drug personal possession, and ending the use of prison for low-level social drug dealing.
My arrival at Victoria University in January that year provided an ideal opportunity to help reshape drug law, policy and practice in Aotearoa New Zealand. I had imagined that a country respected for fighting hard to ensure women’s equal rights, sex workers’ rights, gay and lesbian marriage, and a country that stood firm against South African apartheid and against nuclear power would be more than ready to deliver much-needed drug reform.
Soon after I moved to New Zealand, I addressed the 2011 New Zealand Drug Policy Symposium on the Stigma and Discrimination as Barriers to Recovery, and in 2012 and 2013 I delivered papers at Criminology/Criminal Justice Conferences in Auckland and Wellington questioning the role and use of drug testing. However, I soon learned the dominant discourse on drugs and drug users was punitive and firmly rooted in prohibition ideology, with lip service paid towards evidenced based drug policies. Apart from punitive focused cherry picking, the extensive work and key proposals of the Law Commission quickly faded.
Instead of drug policy transformation, in my seven years in New Zealand I’ve witnessed the moral panic about methamphetamine contamination of houses; millions of dollars thrown at companies to carry out testing and cleaning; a punitive and dubious scheme to drug test unemployed people seeking work (with benefit suspensions for repeat positive drug tests); drug driving campaigns targeting cannabis users that conflate presence with impairment and crash causation; a questionable major investment to roll-out of US styled Drug Courts centred on abstinence, drug testing, scram ankle tags and 12-step residential rehabs; expensive annual police and air force helicopter missions to scour the countryside to remove cannabis plants; chronically sick people punished and/or incarcerated for self-medicating with home-grown cannabis; the introduction of a Psychoactive Substances Act 2013 that extended the net of prohibition further by outlawing possession of every new psychoactive drug; and the worrying move to bolster compulsory treatment with the Substance Addiction (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Act 2017.
All rolled out comfortably and bedded in with minimal critique, challenge or resistance, while at the same time well-established harm reduction policies adopted in other countries – such as the distribution of naloxone take home, heroin prescribing, Good Samaritan laws, decriminalising cannabis self-medication and drug consumption rooms – struggled to gain traction.
While the Global Commission on Drug Policy (that encouragingly now includes former prime minister Helen Clark) presses countries to adopt evidence-based harm reduction policies and drug reform, New Zealand has gone in the opposite direction. The revelations concerning the meth testing of houses have epitomised just how punitive drug policies and practices have become in New Zealand – policies informed by prohibitionist ideology and intolerance, in which any level of drug presence is met with forceful consequences and assumptions.
Little has been done in this period to promote harm reduction, to advance the human rights of people who use drugs, or to push for much-needed reform as recommended by the Law Commission in 2011. In 1988 we were world leaders in harm reduction rolling out the first national needle exchange programme; 30 years later, how far we have fallen behind.
In decades to come, prohibition will be remembered as one of the most arbitrary, brutal systems of oppression in recent history. Some countries realised and acted upon this sooner than others. The chance for New Zealand to be on the right side of history is running out, but maybe the new government may surprise us.
Dr Julian Buchanan is a retired associate professor of criminology from Victoria University of Wellington. He has had a long interest in international drug policy, harm reduction and human rights.
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MAIN TOPICS: Voting Info, Who Signs Up to Fight? Makeup of U.S. Recruits Shows Glaring Disparity, Science Under Attack: How Trump Is Sidelining Researchers and Their Work, DMVs Are Selling Your Data to Private Investigators, By gutting Obamacare, Judge Reed O’Connor handed Texas a win. It wasn’t the first time, The Federalist Society Says It’s Not an Advocacy Organization, Fear and Loyalty: How Donald Trump Took Over the Republican Party, Astronomers present a concept for the next NASA flagship mission, and MORE.
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Mon, 1/27/2020, 3PM (CT) @KPFTHouston 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: Voting Info, John Roberts Can Call Witnesses to Trump’s Trial. Will He?, Texas Coronoavirus, HARROLD STASSEN, Who Signs Up to Fight? Makeup of U.S. Recruits Shows Glaring Disparity, Science Under Attack: How Trump Is Sidelining Researchers and Their Work, DMVs Are Selling Your Data to Private Investigators, By gutting Obamacare, Judge Reed O’Connor handed Texas a win. It wasn’t the first time, The Federalist Society Says It’s Not an Advocacy Organization, Fear and Loyalty: How Donald Trump Took Over the Republican Party, Astronomers present a concept for the next NASA flagship mission, and MORE. GUESTS: CALLERS[AUDIO/VIDEO]
MAIN TOPICS: Voting Info, John Roberts Can Call Witnesses to Trump’s Trial. Will He?, Texas Coronoavirus, HARROLD STASSEN, Who Signs Up to Fight? Makeup of U.S. Recruits Shows Glaring Disparity, Science Under Attack: How Trump Is Sidelining Researchers and Their Work, DMVs Are Selling Your Data to Private Investigators, By gutting Obamacare, Judge Reed O’Connor handed Texas a win. It wasn’t the first time, The Federalist Society Says It’s Not an Advocacy Organization, Fear and Loyalty: How Donald Trump Took Over the Republican Party, Astronomers present a concept for the next NASA flagship mission, and MORE.
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Mon, 1/20/2020, 3PM (CT) @KPFTHouston 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: Voting Info, Voters elect Texas’ judges. The state might take that power, A ballot box found weeks after Election Day has flipped a $569 million school bond vote in Midland, Trump administration sets into motion return of online 3D gun blueprints, 22 men own more wealth than Africa’s 326 million women, Who Enlists?, FoxNews Brainwashing? Science Under Attack: How Trump Is Sidelining Researchers and Their Work, DMVs Are Selling Your Data to Private Investigators, PLUS Individual mandate is unconstitutional fed appellate court rules in ACA lawsuit, The Federalist Society Says It’s Not an Advocacy Organization, Fear and Loyalty: How Donald Trump Took Over the Republican Party, Astronomers present a concept for the next NASA flagship mission, and MORE. GUESTS: CALLERS[AUDIO/VIDEO]
MAIN TOPICS: Voting Info, Voters elect Texas’ judges. The state might take that power, A ballot box found weeks after Election Day has flipped a $569 million school bond vote in Midland, Trump administration sets into motion return of online 3D gun blueprints, 22 men own more wealth than Africa’s 326 million women, Who Signs Up to Fight? Makeup of U.S. Recruits Shows Glaring Disparity, Science Under Attack: How Trump Is Sidelining Researchers and Their Work, DMVs Are Selling Your Data to Private Investigators, By gutting Obamacare, Judge Reed O’Connor handed Texas a win. It wasn’t the first time, The Federalist Society Says It’s Not an Advocacy Organization, Fear and Loyalty: How Donald Trump Took Over the Republican Party, Astronomers present a concept for the next NASA flagship mission, and MORE.
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Mon, 1/13/2020, 3PM (CT) @KPFTHouston 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: Voting Info, Australia Bush Fires & Global Warming,, Who Enlists?, FoxNews Brainwashing? Science Under Attack: How Trump Is Sidelining Researchers and Their Work, DMVs Are Selling Your Data to Private Investigators, PLUS Individual mandate is unconstitutional fed appellate court rules in ACA lawsuit, The Federalist Society Says It’s Not an Advocacy Organization, Fear and Loyalty: How Donald Trump Took Over the Republican Party, Astronomers present a concept for the next NASA flagship mission, and MORE. GUESTS: CALLERS[AUDIO/VIDEO]
MAIN TOPICS: Voting Info, Science Under Attack: How Trump Is Sidelining Researchers and Their Work, DMVs Are Selling Your Data to Private Investigators, By gutting Obamacare, Judge Reed O’Connor handed Texas a win. It wasn’t the first time, The Federalist Society Says It’s Not an Advocacy Organization, Fear and Loyalty: How Donald Trump Took Over the Republican Party, Astronomers present a concept for the next NASA flagship mission, and MORE.
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Mon, 1/6/2020, 3PM (CT) @KPFTHouston 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: Voting Info, Soleimani Assassination, Impeachment Talk,Science Under Attack: How Trump Is Sidelining Researchers and Their Work, DMVs Are Selling Your Data to Private Investigators, PLUS Individual mandate is unconstitutional fed appellate court rules in ACA lawsuit, The Federalist Society Says It’s Not an Advocacy Organization, Fear and Loyalty: How Donald Trump Took Over the Republican Party, Astronomers present a concept for the next NASA flagship mission, and MORE. GUESTS: CALLERS[AUDIO/VIDEO]
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Mon, 12/30/2019, 3PM (CT) @KPFTHouston 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: Voting Info, Explosive new revelations just weakened Trump’s impeachment defenses, Could Democrats impeach Trump twice?, Sen. Doug Jones could break with his party to back Trump at Senate trial, Trump’s tariffs raised prices, cut employment and hurt US manufacturers, NBC News’ Chuck Todd Admits He Was ‘Naive’ About GOP’s ‘Misinformation’ Campaign, Science Under Attack: How Trump Is Sidelining Researchers and Their Work, DMVs Are Selling Your Data to Private Investigators, PLUS Individual mandate is unconstitutional fed appellate court rules in ACA lawsuit, The Federalist Society Says It’s Not an Advocacy Organization, Fear and Loyalty: How Donald Trump Took Over the Republican Party, Astronomers present a concept for the next NASA flagship mission, and MORE. GUESTS: CALLERS[AUDIO/VIDEO]
MAIN TOPICS: Voting Info, Explosive new revelations just weakened Trump’s impeachment defenses, Could Democrats impeach Trump twice?, Sen. Doug Jones could break with his party to back Trump at Senate trial, Trump’s tariffs raised prices, cut employment and hurt US manufacturers, NBC News’ Chuck Todd Admits He Was ‘Naive’ About GOP’s ‘Misinformation’ Campaign, Science Under Attack: How Trump Is Sidelining Researchers and Their Work, DMVs Are Selling Your Data to Private Investigators, By gutting Obamacare, Judge Reed O’Connor handed Texas a win. It wasn’t the first time, The Federalist Society Says It’s Not an Advocacy Organization, Fear and Loyalty: How Donald Trump Took Over the Republican Party, Astronomers present a concept for the next NASA flagship mission, and MORE.
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Mon, 12/23/2019, 3PM (CT) @KPFTHouston 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: Voting Info, Cutting Tomatoes Safely, Dems Spar Over Wine Cave & Billionaire Owner Isn’t Pleased, Fed judge dismisses HISD lawsuit to avoid state takeover, Individual mandate is unconstitutional fed appellate court rules in ACA lawsuit, The Federalist Society Says It’s Not an Advocacy Organization, Fear and Loyalty: How Donald Trump Took Over the Republican Party, Astronomers present a concept for the next NASA flagship mission, and MORE. GUESTS: CALLERS[AUDIO/VIDEO]
MAIN TOPICS: Voting Info, Democrats Sparred Over a Wine Cave Fund-Raiser. Its Billionaire Owner Isn’t Pleased, Federal judge dismisses Houston ISD lawsuit seeking to avoid state takeover, Individual mandate is unconstitutional, federal appellate court rules in Texas-led Affordable Care Act lawsuit, By gutting Obamacare, Judge Reed O’Connor handed Texas a win. It wasn’t the first time, The Federalist Society Says It’s Not an Advocacy Organization, Fear and Loyalty: How Donald Trump Took Over the Republican Party, Astronomers present a concept for the next NASA flagship mission, and MORE.
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Mon, 12/16/2019, 3PM (CT) @KPFTHouston 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: Voting Info, SCOTUS Won’t Hear Case Banning Homeless Sleeping In Public Spaces, [TX Land Comm.] George P. Bush failed to disclose financial interests in nearly a dozen cos., Dems could gain control of the TX House for 1st time since 2001, The little-known US-Canada border war, Astronomers present concept for next NASA flagship mission, Want Trump to Go? Take to the Streets, and More. GUESTS: CALLERS[AUDIO/VIDEO]
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MAIN TOPICS: Voting Info, Supreme Court Won’t Hear Case On Ban Against Homeless Sleeping In Public Spaces, [Texas Land Commissioner] George P. Bush failed to disclose financial interests in nearly a dozen companies, Democrats could gain control of the Texas House for the first time since 2001. Here are the seats in play in 2020, The little-known US-Canada border war, Astronomers present a concept for the next NASA flagship mission, Want Trump to Go? Take to the Streets, and More
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Mon, 11/5/2018, 2PM (CT) on 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: GENERAL ELECTION, Georgia elections, GOP Unleashed, Kemp charges Dem Hacking, Macron warns Europe, MORE. GUESTS: Callers [AUDIO/VIDEO] SUPPORT @KPFTHouston
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“Our greatest foreign policy problem is our divisions at home. Our greatest foreign policy need is national cohesion and a return to the awareness that in foreign policy we are all engaged in a common national endeavor.” ~ Henry A. Kissinger
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Mon, 10/29/2018, 2PM (CT) on 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: GENERAL ELECTION, Global Warming, Arianna Huffington Interview, Trump’s Houston Visit, White Nationalists and the GOP, Stores Open Thanksgiving, MORE. GUESTS: Arianna Huffington [AUDIO/VIDEO] SUPPORT @KPFTHouston
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Mon, 10/15/2018, 2PM (CT) on 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: GENERAL ELECTION, Global Warming, Left Eyeing More Radical Ways to Fight, ‘The Cruelty Is the Point’, NLRB Looks Closer at Labor Picketing, Senator’s phone Grab, Stores Open Thanksgiving, MORE. GUESTS: Open Forum [AUDIO/VIDEO] SUPPORT @KPFTHouston
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“A peaceful world is a world in which differences are tolerated, and are not eliminated by violence.” ~ John Foster Dulles
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Mon, 10/8/2018, 2PM (CT) on 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR GENERAL ELECTION, Kavanaugh’s confirmation, Left Eyeing More Radical Ways to Fight, Trumps Hostages and Bait, ‘The Cruelty Is the Point’, Stores Open Thanksgiving, MORE. GUESTS: Open Forum [AUDIO/VIDEO] SUPPORT @KPFTHouston
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Mon, 10/1/2018, 2PM (CT) on 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: Be registered to Vote, Kavanaugh confirmation, Kelleyanne’s Confession, NAFTA 2.0, The Two Macedonias, The Next Strawberry, Stores Open Thanksgiving, MORE. GUESTS: Open Forum [AUDIO/VIDEO] SUPPORT @KPFTHouston
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“A judge shall act at all times in a manner that promotes public confidence in the independence, integrity, and impartiality of the judiciary, and shall avoid impropriety and the appearance of impropriety.” ~ Rule 1.2, American Bar Association, Model Code of Judicial Conduct
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Mon, 7/2/2018, 2PM (CT) on 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: Make sure you are registered TO VOTE – August 25, 2018 Harris County Flood Control District Bond Election, North Korea has increased nuclear production at secret sites,, Constitutional Professor Laurence Tribe About Trump Picking His Own Jurist, The Trump administration has replaced family separation with indefinite family detention, Mexico’s Lopez Obrador commits to NAFTA after landslide win, MORE. SUPPORT KPFT. GUESTS: Open Forum [AUDIO/VIDEO] @KPFTHouston
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“You see things; and you say ‘Why?’ But I dream things that never were; and I say ‘Why not?’” ~ George Bernard Shaw (1856–1950), Back to Methuselah, act I, Selected Plays with Prefaces, vol. 2, p. 7 (1949). The serpent says these words to Eve.
Senator Robert F. Kennedy used a similar quotation as a theme of his 1968 campaign for the presidential nomination: “Some men see things as they are and say, why; I dream things that never were and say, why not.” ~ Senator Edward M. Kennedy quoted these words of Robert Kennedy’s in his eulogy for his brother in 1968.—The New York Times, June 9, 1968, p. 56.
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Mon, 6/25/2018, 2PM (CT) on 90.1FM. POSSIBLE TOPICS: Trump Calls for Deports ‘With No Judges or Court’, Gun industry sees banks as new threat , Why Sarah Sanders was asked to leave restaurant, Trump’s Roach-Infested Restaurants Vile Compared to Red Hen, Maxine Waters Warns Trump Cabinet- Steel Yourself For More Public Confrontations, SCOTUS upholds Texas redistricting a lower court said discriminated, MORE. SUPPORT KPFT. GUESTS: Open Forum [AUDIO/VIDEO] @KPFTHouston
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“Elon Musk Reveals Vision for a SpaceX City on Mars”: Newsweek Article and Video, with my Commentary
The best case for an initial Lunar colony is to study the effects of persistent low gravity on biology. (Moon is about 1/6 Earth, Mars is a little over 1/3g)
After 50+ years in space, we only know the effects of micro-gravity (inaccurately called zero-g) concurrent with exercise, drugs, etc. Moon-G might be enough to stabilize body fluids in near-normal proportions, better-enable eating, digestion and waste elimination, and minimize bone loss, and possibly normalize procreation.
Basically, because we’ve never spent any substantial time in any sort of low-G environment, this is one of the biggest scientific blind spots regarding human colonization of other planetary bodies.
Current ideas on physical degradation of colonists and physiological limitations resulting in progeny are all just informed theory and speculation. Without a Lunar low-G long-term test lab, everything we believe might as well be science fiction.
~ Mike Honig, 18-June-2017
Elon Musk Reveals Vision for a SpaceX City on Mars
By Hannah Osborne On 6/15/17 at 8:17 AM [NEWSWEEK]
Elon Musk has revealed his vision for what a SpaceX city on Mars would look like, saying he wants people to believe setting up a colony on the Red Planet will be possible within our lifetimes.
The founder of SpaceX (Space Exploration Technologies Corporation) has discussed the possibility of creating a human settlement on Mars for several years. The company is currently planning to send a robotic mission to Mars by 2024, and says that manned missions could begin as early as 2024—long before NASA’s projected timescale of the early 2030s.
In a commentary piece published in the journal New Space, Musk outlines how he plans to build a city on the planet and what the next steps in space exploration could be.
[READ THE REST OF THE ARTICLE HERE]
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#Thinkwing Radio: Mon, 4/11/16, 9PM @KPFTHouston FM 90.1. TOPICS: Intuit sells Quicken: What Does It Mean For Quicken Specifically And Brands Generally; The World’s Demographic Cliff; more. GUEST: OPEN FORUM [AUDIO]
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JPL News – Day in Review: Kepler’s Ongoing Mission, Searching for Far Out and Wandering Worlds
DAY IN REVIEW
Searching for Far Out and Wandering Worlds Astronomers have made great strides in discovering planets outside of our solar system, termed “exoplanets.” In fact, over the past 20 years more than 5,000 exoplanets have been detected beyond the eight planets that call our solar system home.
The majority of these exoplanets have been found snuggled up to their host star completing an orbit (or year) in hours, days or weeks, while some have been found orbiting as far as Earth is to the sun, taking one Earth year to circle. But, what about those worlds that orbit much farther out, such as Jupiter and Saturn, or, in some cases, free-floating exoplanets that are on their own and have no star to call home? In fact, some studies suggest that there may be more free-floating exoplanets than stars in our galaxy.
This week, NASA’s K2 mission, the repurposed mission of the Kepler space telescope, and other ground-based observatories, have teamed up to kick-off a global experiment in exoplanet observation. Their mission: survey millions of stars toward the center of our Milky Way galaxy in search of distant stars’ planetary outposts and exoplanets wandering between the stars.
While today’s planet-hunting techniques have favored finding exoplanets near their sun, the outer regions of a planetary system have gone largely unexplored. In the exoplanet detection toolkit, scientists have a technique well suited to search these farthest outreaches and the space in between the stars. This technique is called gravitational microlensing.
Gravitational Microlensing
For this experiment, astronomers rely on the effect of a familiar fundamental force of nature to help detect the presence of these far out worlds — gravity. The gravity of massive objects such as stars and planets produces a noticeable effect on other nearby objects.
But gravity also influences light, deflecting or warping the direction of light that passes close to massive objects. This bending effect can make gravity act as a lens, concentrating light from a distant object, just as a magnifying glass can focus the light from the sun. Scientists can take advantage of the warping effect by measuring the light of distant stars, looking for a brightening that might be caused by a massive object, such as a planet, that passes between a telescope and a distant background star. Such a detection could reveal an otherwise hidden exoplanet.
“The chance for the K2 mission to use gravity to help us explore exoplanets is one of the most fantastic astronomical experiments of the decade,” said Steve Howell, project scientist for NASA’s Kepler and K2 missions at NASA’s Ames Research Center in California’s Silicon Valley. “I am happy to be a part of this K2 campaign and look forward to the many discoveries that will be made.”
This phenomenon of gravitational microlensing — “micro” because the angle by which the light is deflected is small — is the effect for which scientists will be looking during the next three months. As an exoplanet passes in front of a more distant star, its gravity causes the trajectory of the starlight to bend, and in some cases results in a brief brightening of the background star as seen by the observatory.
The lensing events caused by a free-floating exoplanet last on the order of a day or two, making the continuous gaze of the Kepler spacecraft an invaluable asset for this technique.
“We are seizing the opportunity to use Kepler’s uniquely sensitive camera to sniff for planets in a different way,” said Geert Barentsen, research scientist at Ames.
The ground-based observatories will record simultaneous measurements of these brief events. From their different vantage points, space and Earth, the measurements can determine the location of the lensing foreground object through a technique called parallax.
“This is a unique opportunity for the K2 mission and ground-based observatories to conduct a dedicated wide-field microlensing survey near the center of our galaxy,” said Paul Hertz, director of the astrophysics division in NASA’s Science Mission Directorate at the agency’s headquarters in Washington. “This first-of-its-kind survey serves as a proof of concept for NASA’s Wide-Field Infrared Survey Telescope (WFIRST), which will launch in the 2020s to conduct a larger and deeper microlensing survey. In addition, because the Kepler spacecraft is about 100 million miles from Earth, simultaneous space- and ground-based measurements will use the parallax technique to better characterize the systems producing these light amplifications.”
To understand parallax, extend your arm and hold up your thumb. Close one eye and focus on your thumb and then do the same with the other eye. Your thumb appears to move depending on the vantage point. For humans to determine distance and gain depth perception, the vantage points, our eyes, use parallax.
Flipping the Spacecraft
The Kepler spacecraft trails Earth as it orbits the sun and is normally pointed away from Earth during the K2 mission. But this orientation means that the part of the sky being observed by the spacecraft cannot generally be observed from Earth at the same time, since it is mostly in the daytime sky.
To allow simultaneous ground-based observations, flight operations engineers at Ball Aerospace and the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics at the University of Colorado in Boulder will perform a maneuver turning the spacecraft around to point the telescope in the forward velocity vector. So, instead of looking toward where it’s been, the spacecraft will look in the direction of where it’s going.
This alignment will also yield a viewing opportunity of Earth and the moon as they cross the spacecraft’s field of view. On April 14 at 11:50 a.m. PDT (18:50 UT), Kepler will record a full frame image. The result of that image will be released to the public archive in June once the data has been downloaded and processed. Kepler measures the change in brightness of objects and does not resolve color or physical characteristics of an observed object.
Observing from Earth
To achieve the objectives of this important path-finding research and community exercise in anticipation of WFIRST, approximately two-dozen ground-based observatories on six continents will observe in concert with K2. Each will contribute to various aspects of the experiment and will help explore the distribution of exoplanets across a range of stellar systems and distances.
These results will aid in our understanding of planetary system architectures, as well as the frequency of exoplanets throughout our galaxy.
For a complete list of participating observatories, reference the paper that defines the experiment: Campaign 9 of the K2 mission.
During the roughly 80-day observing period or campaign, astronomers hope to discover more than 100 lensing events, ten or more of which may have signatures of exoplanets occupying relatively unexplored regimes of parameter space.
Ames manages the Kepler and K2 missions for NASA’s Science Mission Directorate. NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, managed Kepler mission development. Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corporation operates the flight system with support from the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics at the University of Colorado in Boulder.
For more information about the Kepler and K2 missions, visit:
http://www.nasa.gov/kepler
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Pregnancy thyrotoxicosis vs just a low TSH due to hCG hormone
By thyroidpatientsca on July 8, 2019 • ( 4 )
Table 17.1 in Braverman & Cooper’s 2013 chapter in Werner & Ingbar’s The Thyroid textbook, 10th edition, lists many causes of thyrotoxicosis.
One of the interesting causes of thyrotoxicosis, rarely mentioned in public discourse, is “Circulating hCG or Mutant TSHR [TSH receptor] hypersensitive to hCG.”
What is hCG?
“Human chorionic gonadotropin” is a hormone produced by the placenta after implantation.
hCG is used to detect pregnancy status in some pregnancy tests.
This non-TSH hormone can stimulate a thyroid gland like TSH and TSHR antibodies do. Therefore, as they stimulate a healthy thyroid, they elevate thyroid hormones. A side effect is sometimes the suppression of TSH.
NORMAL PREGNANCY VERSUS THYROTOXICOSIS
The following draws mainly on Moleti et al, 2019 “Hyperthyroidism in the pregnant woman.”
In a normal pregnancy, hCG stimulates the thyroid gland, and the rise in thyroid hormones naturally reflects a drop in TSH.
The TSH falls below reference range in 10-15% of healthy pregnancies, according to this source (statistics vary).
But is the low TSH a sign of “excess” Free T4 and Free T3? Not necessarily, even if sometimes T4 is above reference.
Excess is relative to the body, and pregnancy is a special case. This is why guidelines have proposed trimester-specific reference ranges to prevent doctors from being alarmed.
The lower TSH and higher thyroid hormone levels are not necessarily harmful during pregnancy. But when TSH drops very low in those 10-15% of women, further tests are usually done to confirm whether a person has Graves’ antibodies and how high thyroid levels truly are.
hCG, which stimulates the thyroid even when TSH is suppressed, can raise hormone levels enough to cause “Gestational transient thyrotoxicosis” (GTT) in the first trimester (peaking at 8-11 weeks) in 1-5% of pregnancies.
Therefore, normal pregnancy with a low TSH (up to 15% of women) might be benign because the body normally has a lot of Total T4, but thyrotoxicosis may exist in a smaller minority (up to 5% of women) who have excess Free T4.
GTT is more likely to occur in twin or multiple pregnancies. Rarely, when a person has a mutant TSHR receptor, it makes the receptor hypersensitive to normal levels of hCG. (Moleti et al, 2019)
Hmmm, TSHR receptors can mutate? They can become hypersensitive? They can be activated by things other than TSH molecules? Mind blowing.
We can learn a lot about the uncertain relationships between TSH, the TSH receptors, and thyroid hormones by looking at pregnancy.
MORNING SICKNESS AND REVERSE T3
In extreme cases of “Gestational transient thyrotoxicosis” (GTT), hCG-stimulated hyperthyroidism can cause “Hyperemesis gravidarum” (HG).
In this HG syndrome, the mother experiences an extreme version of morning sickness — continual vomiting, weight loss, and dehydration.
These certainly sound like some of the symptoms of thyrotoxicosis in Graves’ disease.
However, while TSH and Graves’ disease antibodies tend to enhance T3 secretion more than T4 from the thyroid gland (they increase the T3:T4 ratio), hCG enhances T4 secretion more than T3 (lowering the T3:T4 ratio), enabling doctors to distinguish between GTT and Graves’ autoimmune hyperthyroidism.
In hyperthyroid HG patients who are ill and losing weight, their higher T4 levels lead to much higher levels of Reverse T3.
RT3 increased in HG by an average of 31% higher than healthy pregnant controls in a study by Juras et al, 1983.
Because GTT and even its more severe form HG usually fade by the beginning of the second trimester, it is rarely treated except with fluids and electrolytes and a short course of propranolol (beta-blocker) to reduce hyperemesis and thyrotoxicosis.
hCG BEYOND PREGNANCY
hCG is not only secreted in pregnancy, but also after bilateral oophorectomy, during perimenopause and menopause. (Cole et al, 2009)
In women past menopause, the hCG is secreted from the pituitary gland along with the LH/FSH horomone, which is structurally similar to hCG and to TSH.
What? The pituitary gland can secrete hCG? Weird.
What is a pituitary gland doing secreting a hormone the body makes in early pregnancy? This is not pregnancy, this is menopause. Weird.
Again, we learn that the female body during transitions in fertility simply does weird things to pituitary TSH and TSH-like hormones.
Tell me again why we trust TSH so much?
If hCG enters TSH receptors, then it could interfere with the TSH ultrashort feedback loop, as I’ve described in previous posts … It could lower the TSH independently of thyroid- hormone-caused TSH suppression.
However, in non-pregnant women, the hGC appears in blood at much lower levels than pregnant women, and the molecules are only half as potent in stimulating the TSH receptors on the thyroid gland (Basham and Bryan, 2017).
The pituitary-secreted hCG might not lead to thyrotoxicosis, but it could result in strange thyroid hormone and TSH laboratory results.
Theoretically, if hCG can interfere with the TSH-TSHR feedback loop, a thyroidless woman on a static dose of thyroid hormone may see TSH mildly oversuppressed without her thyroid hormones elevating.
PUZZLING ASPECTS OF HCG-DRIVEN THYROID FUNCTION
The role of hCG in pregnancy continues to puzzle researchers, as explained by Scott Forbes in 2014.
Questions abound: Why does the human body secrete hCG to drive T4 levels higher in early pregnancy? What causes severe morning sickness — hCG, or too much Reverse T3, or something else? Is the morning sickness actually a good sign of thyroid health and iodine sufficiency?
Let’s start with theories about why hCG secretion stimulates the thyroid gland more than TSH in early pregnancy.
hCG BACKUP IN CASE OF IODINE DEFICIENCY
Some have theorized that in pregnancy hCG serves as a backup system for TSH or at least complements it.
Others have suggested that the fetus and mother are engaging in a struggle over thyroid hormone supply. The developing embryo secretes hCG to say “I want more thyroid hormone” which may be necessary in cases of iodine deficiency. Iodine was far more deficient throughout most of human history.
When iodine is deficient, the gland can’t synthesize thyroid hormone molecules. We need need 3 iodine atoms to make a T3 molecule, and 4 iodine atoms to make a T4 molecule.
Without hCG, a person’s thyroid gland will oversecrete T3 as T4 drops, and TSH will rise to overstimulate the gland. The excess T3 production keeps the person healthy while the T4 drops, until the body doesn’t have enough raw material to maintain T3 supply.
In a pregnant woman in the first trimester, help comes to the baby in the form of the hCG hormone, since its role is to increase T4 (to rebalance the T3:T4 ratio in iodine deficiency) and to lower the TSH.
THE RUNAWAY TRAIN OF hCG STIMULATION
However, a strange thing happens — there is no way to stop this runaway train when the gland is healthy and there’s enough iodine supply.
Nothing tells hGC to stop when mom and baby have enough thyroid stimulation.
While hCG will not reduce in response to rising thyroid hormone levels in the mother, neither will it decrease when the fetus has enough. The result may be thyrotoxicosis for the fetus as well.
hCG is not subject to the mother’s HPT axis for control of thyroid hormone supply, and it may be forced from the mother at her expense.
The excess hormone supply in those with healthy thyroids and those with enough iodine supply is also puzzling to many people, because it can be so pathological.
REVERSE T3 AS CAUSE OR BYPRODUCT?
In a normal pregnancy, the mother secretes a lot of excess bound T4 thyroid hormone.
The enzyme that inactivates thyroid hormones (Deiodinase Type 3) to Reverse T3 and T2 is normally highly expressed in the tissues of the placenta, where it serves to protect the fetus from excess thyroid hormone … but it can only do so much when thyroid hormone levels become too high.
Forbes theorized that it is not the severe morning sickness that elevates RT3, but the other way around.
Forbes suspected that the excess Reverse T3 and/or T2 produced in the mother’s blood supply may cause the extreme morning sickness symptoms in hypermimesis gravidarium (HG).
While T4 and T3 levels continue to increase in the second half of pregnancy, Reverse T3 levels fall sharply. Morning sickness disappears.
This correlation raises the hypothesis that unless hCG itself is the direct trigger of mom’s illness, Reverse T3 and/or T2 may indeed be the cause of, or at least byproducts strongly associated with, of morning sickness illness in the first trimester.
hCG-INDUCED ILLNESS INDICATES THYROID HORMONE HEALTH?
In Forbes’ theory, the effects of hCG-thyroidal stimulation have a silver lining — they reveal the mother’s thyroid health status even while she suffers for it.
When iodine is not deficient and the gland is healthy, she is more likely to result in vomiting and hyperemesis gravidarum, because the T4 is higher and more T4 converts to RT3.
Conversely, when signs of morning sickness are entirely absent, it’s nice for the mother, BUT it may indicate the mother’s thyroid gland and/or thyroid hormone supply is compromised.
As additional proof for this theory, Forbes points out research proving that among mothers who do NOT experience morning sickness associated with hCG, miscarriage is a higher risk.
Miscarriage together with a lack of morning sickness are also more common in regions of the world with iodine deficiency.
Miscarriage and lack of morning sickness are also both more common in mothers who are over the age of 30, an age when hypothyroidism becomes more common.
Any doctor who treats a female patient during pregnancy of menopause and sees the distinctive T3/T4 ratio of thyroid hormones elevating and symptoms developing should understand hCG’s temporary phase of oversecretion and its distinction from Graves’ disease.
In addition, doctors should be aware that a _lack_ of morning sickness and a higher TSH during pregnancy could be an indicator of thyroid dysfunction, iodine deficiency, or thyroid hormone underdose.
Basham, M. M., & Bryan, T. (2017). Postmenopausal pregnancy? Evaluation of elevated hCG in a 59-year-old woman. Case Reports, 2017, bcr-2016-218807. https://doi.org/10.1136/bcr-2016-218807
Braverman, L. E., & Cooper, D. S. (2013). Introduction to thyrotoxicosis. In L. E. Braverman & D. S. Cooper (Eds.), Werner & Ingbar’s the thyroid: a fundamental and clinical text (10th ed..). Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Health.
Cole, L. A., Khanlian, S. A., & Muller, C. Y. (2009). Normal production of human chorionic gonadotropin in perimenopausal and menopausal women and after oophorectomy. International Journal of Gynecological Cancer: Official Journal of the International Gynecological Cancer Society, 19(9), 1556–1559.
Forbes, S. (2014). Pregnancy sickness and parent-offspring conflict over thyroid function. Journal of Theoretical Biology, 355, 61–67. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jtbi.2014.03.041
Juras, N., Banovac, K., & Sekso, M. (1983). Increased serum reverse triiodothyronine in patients with hyperemesis gravidarum. Acta Endocrinologica, 102(2), 284–287.
Moleti, M., Di Mauro, M., Sturniolo, G., Russo, M., & Vermiglio, F. (2019). Hyperthyroidism in the pregnant woman: Maternal and fetal aspects. Journal of Clinical & Translational Endocrinology, 16, 100190. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcte.2019.100190
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A Grand Opening--And Bees Were Nowhere in Sight
USDA-ARS research entomologists Julia Fine (left) and Arathi Seshadri listen to the speakers. (Photos by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
It was a grand opening of the USDA-ARS bee research facility at the University of California, Davis, but the bees were nowhere in sight.
That's because bees don't fly until the temperature hits around 55, and the thermometer on that wintry day (Jan. 7) refused to budge over 47.
The facility, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service, is located next to the UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology's Harry H. Laidlaw Jr. Honey Bee Research Facility on Bee Biology Road, west of the central campus.
It slides Davis into the national spotlight as "Pollination Central" and "The Bee Capital of the World." The Davis facility is the newest of five USDA bee research labs in the United States and as the only one in California.
“This is the only USDA bee research team in California—where the action is,” said emcee Paul Pratt, research leader of the Invasive Species and Pollinator Health Research Lab. USDA maintains honey bee research facilities in Tucson, Ariz.; Beltsville, M.D., Baton Rouge, La., and Stoneville, Miss.
“The opening of the USDA-ARS bee lab marks a new opportunity for USDA and UC Davis entomologists to collaborate and investigate serious problems that affect stakeholders,” said Steve Nadler, professor and chair of the UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology. “We are very fortunate that the lab was built at UC Davis.”
Plans for the USDA-ARS facility began five years ago at a stakeholders' conference in the Laidlaw facility. Attendees at the November 2015 meeting targeted honey bee health, primarily varroa mites, pesticides and nutrition.
Park-Burris, of Jackie Park-Burris Queens, Palo Cedro--her family has worked with UC Davis researchers for more than 80 years--cut the ribbon with four other stakeholders: almond pollination consultant Robert Curtis of Carmichael, former director and associate director (now retired) of Agricultural Affairs, Almond Board of California; Kevin Adee of Bruce, S.D., president of the American Honey Producers' Association; Brad Pankratz of Can-Am Apiaries, Orland, Calif.; and Darren Cox of Cox Honey Farms, Logan, Utah, a past president of the American Honey Producers' Association.
Pratt introduced newly hired research entomologists, Arathi Seshadri and Julia Fine, who form the Invasive Species and Pollinator Health Research Unit at Davis. They are dedicated toward developing technology that improves colony survivorship through long-term studies of multiple stress factors, he said. "They will develop and transfer integrated biologically based approaches for the management of invasive species and the improvement of pollinator health.”
The speakers centered their presentations around cooperation, camaraderie, and, yes, the cold! (See new story and images on the UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology website.)
Park-Burris said it well:
"The California State Beekeepers' Association is overwhelmed that we have a USDA lab to collaborate with our UC Davis lab. We hope there's a lot of collaboration going on. We really look forward to that. As a stakeholder, my family has been raising queens just north of here (Palo Cedro) for over 80 years. Dr. Laidlaw had worked with my uncle and my father. He's been at my house. And he's been through my bees. Julia (Fine) has even already been up to see the queen farm.” (See more information on Harry Hyde Laidlaw Jr., 1907-2003, the father of honey bee genetics, on the UC Davis website.)
“The queen bee breeding industry could definitely use you guys,” Park-Burris continued. “California has all the issues because everybody comes here. …it's very important that we have this lab here and how grateful we are that you have all gone to the work to make this happen."
“We look forward to solving some of our problems—varroa, varroa, varroa--and forage and pesticide interaction,” Park-Burris said, “and all that happens in California during the largest pollinator event in the world. So you're in a good place and we're grateful.”
The bees? They're grateful, too.
Ready to cut the ribbon (from left) are almond pollination consultant Robert Curtis of Carmichael, retired director of agricultural affairs, Almond Board of California; Brad Pankratz of Can-Am Apiaries, Orland; Jackie Parks-Burris of Jackie Park-Burris Queen Bees, Palo Cedro and a past president of California State Beekeepers' Association; Darren Cox, Logan, Utah, past president of American Honey Producers; and Kelvin Adee of Bruce, S.D., president of American Honey Producers.
And it's snipped! From left are almond pollination consultant Robert Curtis of Carmichael, retired director of agricultural affairs, Almond Board of California; Brad Pankratz of Can-Am Apiaries, Orland; Jackie Parks-Burris of Jackie Park-Burris Queen Bees, Palo Cedro and a past president of California State Beekeepers' Association; Darren Cox, Logan, Utah, past president of American Honey Producers; and Kelvin Adee of Bruce, S.D., president of American Honey Producers.
California State Beekeepers' Association members pose for a photo. From left are Steve Godlin, Jackie Park-Burris, Valeri Severson, Brad Pankratz, Buzz Landon, Brooke Palmer, and Trevor Tauzer.
The American Honey Producers Association with the ribbon. Wielding the scissors is Kelvin Adee of Bruce, S.D., president of American Honey Producers. The group later held a conference in Sacramento.
UC Davis-affiliated personnel pose with USDA personnel for a ribbon-cutting photo. From left are Charley Nye, UC Davis; Paul Pratt of USDA; Kevin Hackett of USDA; Anita Oberbauer of UC Davis; Eric Mussen of UC Davis; Robert Matteri of USDA; Neal Williams, Brian Johnson, Elina Niño and Bernardo Niño, all of UC Davis; and Julia Fine and Arathi Seshadri, USDA.
Much collaboration, cooperation, and camaraderie is expected here at the newly opened USDA-ARS bee research facility on Bee Biology Road, UC Davis.
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Jan. 7: Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at USDA-ARS Bee Research Facility at UC Davis
Published on: January 2, 2020
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It promises to be a "bee-utiful event."
And memorable.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) is gearing up for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and facility tour on Tuesday, Jan. 7 at its newly constructed Honey Bee Research Facility on Bee Biology Road, University of California, Davis.
The event is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. The site is located next to the Harry H. Laidlaw Jr. Honey Bee Research Facility.
“The focus of this new USDA-ARS honey bee research program is to develop technology that improves colony survivorship through long-term studies of multiple stress factors,” a spokesman said. “These new facilities support two recently hired researchers: Drs. Arathi Seshadri and Julia Fine. These new scientists and associated technical staff are members of the Invasive Species and Pollinator Health Research Unit, whose mission is to develop and transfer integrated biologically based approaches for the management of invasive species and the improvement of pollinator health. The research team collaborates with federal, university, non-governmental and industry partners conducting research to improve honey bee survival and beekeeping sustainability in California and nationwide."
Research leader Paul Pratt of the Invasive Species and Pollinator Health Research Lab will give the welcoming address, followed by the presentation of colors by the Travis Air Force Base Honor Guard.
Among the speakers: Robert Matteri, director of the Pacific West Area, USDA-ARS; Anita Oberbauer, associate dean, UC Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences; and Kevin Hackett, national program leader, USDA-ARS.
The two new researchers will be introduced, followed by remarks by Darren Cox of Cox Honey of Utah, past president of the American Honey Producers' Association; Jackie Parks-Burris, past president of the California State Beekeepers' Association; and Extension apiculturist Elina Lastro Niño of the UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology and the Harry H. Laidlaw Jr. Honey Bee Research Facility. Niño also directs the California Master Beekeeper Program.
The event is open to invited guests. All guests are invited to tour the new facilities following the program. A stakeholder meeting is set from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the Laidlaw bee facility classroom. For more information,contact Platt at paul.pratt@usda.gov.
The focus of this new USDA-ARS honey bee research program is to develop technology that improves colony survivorship through long-term studies of multiple stress factors. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
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Ukraine after Maidan: Right Wing Violence & State Repression
Recording incidents of attacks on freedom of speech & assembly by ultra-nationalist groups and the Kiev government
Arrests & Searches
Freedom of Speech & Press
Selective Justice
Intimidation & Violence by Radicals
Radicals’ Pressure on Government
Russophobia & Ultra-nationalism
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On May 7, the members of the right-wing nationalist organizations National Corpus and National Guard attacked the office of a Kharkiv public organization Trudovaya Kharkivschina [Working Kharkiv Region].
According to the head of “Working Kharkiv region,” Pavel Tischenko, during the attack there was no one in the office, but the attackers were seen by people from neighboring offices, as well as by two members of the organization. A video statement published by the head of the Kharkiv branch of National Corps, Konstantin Nemichev, stated the following: “The National Corps, together with the National Guard, visited the office of this organization and seized all the communistic attributes and propaganda. Given the inaction of law enforcement bodies, Ukrainian citizens themselves have to stop all manifestations of separatism and fight for the Ukrainian order,” Nemichev called the organization “openly separatist.”
Young people in T-shirts with the inscription “National Guard” and a trident entered the office. Nemichev broke open the door. They ripped from the walls red banners, posters, portraits of Stalin and Lenin, overturned the furniture, took out flags with the Soviet symbols, a portrait of Karl Marx, torn everything and thrown into a garbage can.
The organization “Working Kharkiv Region” carries out actions on occasions of May 1, February 23 and other holidays.
https://strana.ua/news/139888-v-kharkove-razhromili-ofis-levoj-orhanizatsii.html
In a speech given at the march of right-wing nationalists on May 2, 2018 in Odessa (that they called “march of the Ukrainian order”) one of the speakers stated: “Ukraine will not belong to kikes! (derogatory for Jews)”
Transcription and translation of the speech:
“Friends, brothers, sisters. On May 2, 2014 Odessa people showed to whom Odessa really belongs. Odessa has never been a Russian city. Odessa has always been Ukraine and will remain Ukraine. Remembering those moments, remembering those events, I want to share that feeling that was inside me. That was a struggle till the very end. It had to happen this way, no other way. It had to be either they or us. Unarmed people simply went against firearms, protected by police at that moment. They were not afraid for their lives because they understood that if they lost Odessa, they would lose everything. They would lose themselves, they would lose Ukraine. On May 2, 2014 the first ones who died on this place -they really were heroes. With their lives, they saved lives of thousands. They saved Odessa from Donetsk and Luhansk scenarios. In that case, we would not have a peaceful place here, we would have war. We are sure about that. Having lost their lives, they saved our fate, the fate of ordinary Odessans and Ukrainians in general. After May 2, 2014, the entire Ukraine experienced a wave of crucial moments : from fluctuations towards the so-called ‘Russian world’, everything was turned towards Ukraine. That day we defended Odessa, we defended Ukraine. For the future, we believe, we are sure that we will bring a real Ukrainian order both to Odessa and Ukraine. Ukraine will belong to Ukrainians and not to kikes (a Ukrainian derogatory term for Jews), not to the oligarchy. Glory to Ukraine!
https://strana.ua/news/139214-pravyj-sektor-v-odesse-prizval-ochistit-ukrainu-ot-zhdov.html
In Lviv, on May 9, a Roma camp was set on fire. Earlier a similar incident took place in Kiev where members of right wing organizations attacked a Roma tent camp. According to eyewitnesses, the incident in Lviv was carried out by about 30 young people in masks. Some residents of the camp were allegedly severely beaten, after which the attackers set their homes on fire. The residents had to leave without things and documents.
https://vesti-ukr.com/lvov/288647-vo-lvove-shorel-ocherednoj-laher-romov
See a full translation of the article:
http://www.stalkerzone.org/in-lvov-a-romani-camp-was-set-on-fire-by-ukrainian-nationalists/
In Odessa, a woman who was watching flowers, banners and candles on the Kulikovo field (deposited at the House of Trade Unions during the commemoration on May 2) was attacked by unknown individuals. Her injuries included a crack in the jaw, a hematoma (swelling of clotted blood) and a torn lip.
As the acquaintances of the victim told the online news outlet TIMER, the attack occurred at the moment when the woman was returning home from the Kulikovo field. She was approached by two men who began insulting her, and then one of them struck a severe blow in her face.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/v_odesse_izbili_jenschinu_sledivshuyu_za_lampadkami_i_tsvetami_na_kulikovom_pole_862.html
Nationalists carried out the march of Ukrainian order in Odessa on May 2, countering the commemoration of the victims of the massacre in the House of Trade Unions on May 2, 2014.
Nationalists marched through the streets with lit flares with slogans “[Put] Moskal [a derogatory term for a Russian person] on the knives” and “Glory to the Kievan Rus – Novorussiya, fuck you!”. Oleh Tyagnibok, the leader of the far-right nationalist party Svoboda, present at the rally, stated that the day should become a national holiday. According to the Ministry of Interior, there were 700 participants in the march. The ministry referred to it as the “march of patriotic forces.” According to Strana.ua, the majority of right wing activists belonged to the National Corps, a far-right political party founded in 2016 under the leadership of Andriy Biletski, with many coming to Odessa for the occasion from Kiev and Kharkiv regions.
At the same time, a gathering in commemoration of the victims of the massacres took place at the Kulikovo Pole. Participants let out into the sky black balloons and doves.
Many of the participants of the commemorative action were wearing T-shirts with portraits of those who were killed in the House of Trade Unions. There were no provocations or skirmishes. The rule of law was guarded by 2.5 thousand law enforcers and soldiers of the National Guard.
One man who was on his way to the Kulikovo Field in order to lay flowers was beaten up by a leader of one of the right-wing groups in the city, who in a later interview with the media, responding to the question in regards to the beating, said that the man “was punished by god.”
https://strana.ua/news/139018-novosti-odessy-kak-chtjat-pamjat-pohibshikh-2-maja-na-kulikovom-pole-video-i-foto.html
On April 21st 2018, members of the far-right group C14 drove fifteen Romani families from their makeshift homes in the Lysa Hora nature reserve in Kiev, Ukraine. Carrying weapons, they chased down fleeing parents carrying small children, threw stones at them, and then set fire to the tents where the Roma had been living. Serhiy Mazur, a prominent C14 Nazi, posted photos on Facebook, boasting that they had driven the Roma from the mountain.
The Kharkiv Human Rights Protection Group (KHRP) reported that the raid was the result of collaboration between C14 members of the so-called ‘Municipal Guard’ (Муніципальна варта) and the Holosiyiv District Administration. The head of this ‘Municipal Guard’, Serhiy Bondar, is a C14 member who signed a memorandum of cooperation with both the Holosiyiv District Administration and the Holosiyiv National Police in December 2017.
Mazur visited the camp the previous day with some skinhead thugs and representatives of the Holosiyiv District Administration to tell the Roma to leave by the next day, or else. After the Roma were driven off, he claimed that they had been convinced to leave through convincing lawful arguments.
However, a video appeared on 25th April showing masked white skinheads chasing after Romani families and throwing stones at them.
Read more in English:
http://www.errc.org/news/errc-investigating-far-right-attack-on-roma-in-kiev
The leader of the right wing group Street Front, Demyan Ganul stated that those who died on the Kulikovo field on May 2, 2014 were not people
He made this statement at a press conference on April 26, dedicated to the so-called “March of the Ukrainian order”, which Ukrainian radicals want to hold in Odessa on May 2 this year.
“I do not see any crime there” said Ganul, commenting on the question of who should be held responsible for the deaths on the Kulikovo field. To the remark that he received in response from the audience –“So there were not people?” — he answered: “I don’t think so.”
http://timer-odessa.net/news/banderovets_ganul_pogibshie_na_kulikovom_pole_ne_lyudi_982.html
Representatives of the radical organization C14 doused the head of the Progressive Socialist Party of Ukraine (PSPU) Natalia Vitrenko and her party members with paint. The action was accompanied by shouts of “Glory to Ukraine!”. “There will be no Vitrenko & Co on the Ukrainian land,” as C14 wrote in a commentary to the video they posted online.
This happened as Vitrenko was walking out from the District Administrative Court of Kyiv, which is considering her claims against the National Police of Ukraine in regards to the inaction of the police on May 9, 2017. Then the radicals attacked the leaders of the PSPU in their apartments, thus blocking their participation in the peaceful rally on the Victory Day, “No one is forgotten, nothing is forgotten,” that involves laying flowers at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Kiev.
https://strana.ua/news/138179-predstaviteli-s14-oblili-belym-sotsialistku-vitrenko-i-ee-odnopartijtsev.html
Right wingers are organizing a march on May 2 in ODESSA in order to intimidate those who come out on this day every year in commemoration of the victims of the massacre of May 2, 2014.
From Facebook event:
“2 May in Odessa- DAY OF UKRAINIAN ORDER
On May 2, 2014 in Odessa, there was a decisive test of the power of the Ukrainian idea in the fight against collaborationism, terrorism and foreign influence. On this day, hundreds of armed and trained pro-Russian criminals under the protection of the militia made an attempt to recreate the Donetsk-Lugansk scenario in Odessa: to bring the war to the Ukrainian Odessa, together with the despised Moscow’s occupying power. They were given a rebuff by the decisive and patriotic Odessan people. Their fearless upsurge became a decisive factor in determining the fate of not only the south of Ukraine, but the entire state. They saved the lives of thousands of people and unconditionally established the Ukrainian Order in Odessa.
Consequently, we, the united forces of Ukrainian nationalists, are convinced that pro-Russian colonialists do not have the right to take over this date –in fact, the ones who caused the bloody clashes and their sympathizers. May 2 in Odessa should not be used as a myth of enemy propaganda in order to consolidate an anti-Ukrainian element.
For Odessa and for the Ukrainian nation, it is a day of the decisive accomplishment by the people who, without fear of an enemy under the conditions of fatal danger, defended his city from war and chaos. We commemorate the feat of the living and dead heroes of May 2, who established and defended the Ukrainian Order in Odessa!”
Nationalists disrupted a commemoration of the Soviet liberation of Kiev and engaged in a skirmish with an opposition deputy
A video was published on Internet with the clashes that took place between nationalists from the organization C14 and the head of the party Opposition Block, Yury Boyko in Kiev at the monument of the Soviet General Vatutin. Boyko was laying flowers at the monument in commemoration of the Soviet liberation of the city. Earlier that day, elderly people gathered at the monument with flowers, while nationalists called them “dressed-up veterans” and poured red paint over the monument.
https://strana.ua/news/135499-kak-radikaly-iz-s14-raspylili-haz-na-jurija-bojko-i-eho-okhranu-v-mariinskom-parke-video.html
http://www.stalkerzone.org/ukrainian-neo-nazis-in-kiev-disrupted-a-red-army-commemoration-event-attacked-a-ukrainian-deputy/
On Tuesday, April 3, several nationalists from the “C14” came to the Kiev-Pecherska Lavra in search of “separatists.” They also accused the Metropolitan Paul “of espionage.” This is reported by the press service of “C14”.
That day, supporters of “Freedom,” “National Corps” and “Right Sector” held a march at the government building in Kiev under the slogan “For the Ukrainian future without oligarchs.”
“We came to the Lavra with an excursion, we are looking for separatists who are fighting in Donbas,” said one of the organizers. The nationalists also talked about the “occupation of the monastery”.
The nationalists met Metropolitan Pavel and his assistants on the territory of the monastery and accused him of separatism and espionage. The conversation turned into a verbal skirmish. Patrol police arrived and talked to the nationalists. After a conversation with the police, they left the territory of the monastery.
https://strana.ua/news/133617-natsionalisty-prishli-na-marsh-v-kievo-pecherskuju-lavru-v-poiskakh-separatistov.html
BBC’s newsnight program about Azov Battalion in Ukraine:
http://www.stalkerzone.org/just-how-accurate-was-the-bbcs-newsnight-programme-about-the-azov-battalion-in-ukraine/
A district court of Mariupol sentenced a soldier of the “Azov” regiment who stabbed a local resident in the center of the city allegedly due to a conflict with the latter over his political views. According to the “Azov” member, the victim provoked him to a murder – the deceased Mariupol resident allegedly insulted the soldier and grabbed him by his clothes. In response, the Azov member cut the victim’s throat with a knife.
The perpetrator, who was immediately released to freedom, was essentially left without punishment. It’s impossible to say that this greatly surprised the residents of Mariupol – because even during the trial, local bloggers actively talked about the fact that the judicial authorities were surely afraid to punish the Azov soldier according to the law. After all, this ultra-right paramilitary unit, legalized as part of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine, has for several years now controlled the seaside city, and managed to thoroughly intimidate the local justice system. For example, when the Nazis shot up the apartment of a local communist with a grenade launcher in 2015, the case was hushed up without even trying to find the perpetrators. “Nasravdi” published a detailed investigation of the “organized crime group behind the screen of Azov”, reporting that members of the regiment are implicated in numerous criminal offenses, which were never disclosed by the police – including the unpunished killings of Mariupol residents.
Translation of the full article in English:
http://liva.com.ua/the-right-to-kill-fellow-citizens.html
In Kiev, right-wing radicals from the organization C14 broke into the office building and cultural center of Rossotrudnichestvo [The Russian Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States, Compatriots Living Abroad and International Humanitarian Cooperation].
According to eyewitnesses, during the attack on the building there were children inside from a theater studio, rehearsing a play. In total, there were around 100 adults and children in the building at that time. The police arrived on call and was present in the building; however, the radicals continued to break the doors using a circular saw. It is also reported that they painted the premises of the building with slogans like “Death to Russia” and smashed an exhibit in one of the rooms. After about an hour of pogrom, the radicals left the premises.
The radicals published videos from the action:
https://strana.ua/news/124623-s14-napali-na-zdanie-rossotrudnichestva-s-detmi-vnutri.html
According to the head of the Rosssotrudnichestvo in Kiev, after the attack the office was visited by representatives of the monitoring mission of OSCE. He reported that the radicals’ action was held under extremist slogans, with appeals for physical reprisals against employees and guests of the cultural center. He also reported that the police did not detain any of the perpetrators, but only issued them a warning.
https://strana.ua/news/124653-nabljudateli-obse-pribyli-v-ofis-rossotrudnichestva-v-kieva-posle-pohroma-radikalov.html
Ultra-right activists from the civic organizations Svoboda [Freedom] and Sokol [Falcon], coming from all over Ukraine, held a march through the streets of Odessa on February 11, wearing masks and carrying torches made of toilet paper.
The event entitled “March of Right-Wing Traditions” was timed to coincide with the anniversary of the creation of the Sokol Association in 1894 in Galicia. This year it was decided to be held in Odessa: according to the press service of Svoboda, whose youth wing is the modern Sokol, it was the Odessa representatives of the organization that in 2017 showed the greatest level of activity among all the regional branches of Sokol in Ukraine. The event was also attended by the leader of Svoboda, Oleg Tyagnibok.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/zaezjie_ultrapravie_v_maskah_i_s_fakelami_iz_tualetnoy_bumagi_ustroili_marsh_po_tsentru_odessi_549.html
In Zaporozhye, right wing radicals disrupted a gathering in commemoration of the Stalingrad battle
About 20 activists of the organization “Victory Regiment” gathered near the Alley of Glory in Zaporozhye to lay flowers to the monument of soldiers of the Great Patriotic War.
They were attacked by dozens of representatives of right-wing organizations who demanded “not to plant the ‘Russian world’ in Zaporozhye and show respect to the Ukrainian soldiers who died in the Donbass.” Then someone threw a beef liver into the participants of the commemorative action as “a symbol of the Bolsheviks’ bloody power.” There was a verbal skirmish between the two groups, but thanks to the police, physical confrontation was avoided.
http://www.borotba.su/v-zaporozhe-nacisty-sorvali-akciyu-v-che/
A paramilitary formation “National brigade” carried out “a coup” in the Cherkasy City Council: What does it mean for the entire country?
On January 29, a scandalous session took place at the Cherkasy City Council: the deputies were blocked by people in black and decisions were made under the watchful eye of tough-looking men in camouflage.
The chairman of the Coordination Council of ATO [anti-terrorist operation] participants in the Cherkasy region, Alexander Tikhonov, thus explained the presence of unknown people in black at the session of the City Council: “We are here today as people who want and can change the situation that has developed in our city. We have a moral right to this. These guys defended Ukraine and they are part of the territorial community.”
The police did not prevent the presence of these “defenders.” The fact that they belong to a formation the “National Brigade”, sponsored by the famous nationalist people’s deputy and leader of the party “National Corps,” Andrei Biletsky, was not a secret. This was confirmed by Biletsky himself who explained the interference of his wards by citing the need to resolve the crisis in Cherkasy.
The men in black came to support the interests of one of the political fraction in the City Council of Cherkasy. They had their faces covered but the camouflage clothes of many had “National Brigade” written on them. It looked like some of them had weapons underneath the clothes, as one of the deputies reported to journalists.
According to eyewitnesses, the police at the time of the “invasion” and blockade of the courtroom did not try to interfere with the “vigilantes” (members of the brigade). Having taken the room under their control, most men refused to communicate with the press. And most importantly, they prevented the deputies of the city council from leaving the premises, even using violent means to do this.
As a result, the issues brought to the consideration by people’s deputies were considered “under the supervision” of people in black, whose actions were coordinated by their leaders Kukharchuk and Shevchenko. As it became clear from the essence of their demands, the actions of the “National Brigade” actually played into the hands of the Mayor Bondarenko. The threats and curses were heard in the room, there were also occasional clashes. Eventually the session ended with a voluntary disbanding of the session by the deputies.
Whether there will be a trial as to why the police present in the hall did not intervene in the blockade and de facto seizure of the City Council is a big question, given the fact that the National Brigade presented the interests of the higher-ups in the power.
There is also a national context in this story. On January 29, Ukrainians were openly shown that some authorities in the implementation of their interests can easily engage paramilitary groups [such as “National Brigade”] to exert an undisguised pressure on their opponents. Thus they clearly demonstrated that the goals of the “vigilantes” are not so much patrolling the streets but rather exerting pressure on the authorities and even, perhaps, coming to power in the future.
This incident makes even more urgent the question of where the outcome of the upcoming march of the “National Brigades” may lead. After all, the de facto nullification of powers of the police in Cherkasy and its actual substitution by the “street army” could lead to the loss by the state of its monopoly on power.
https://strana.ua/articles/analysis/121660-chto-stoit-za-skandalnoj-sessiej-horsoveta-v-cherkassakh.html
On January 25, radicals from the nationalist group C14 and several other right wing structures joining them carried out an attack on the Desyatinny Monastery in Kiev. This is one of several incidents in the ongoing conflict between nationalist organizations and the church of the Moscow Patriarchate.
Later it turned out that it was already a second assault on the Desyatinny Monastery on the same day. The first incident occurred a few hours before, under cover of the night. According to Archimandrite Clement, two men attempted to set fire to the temple by climbing onto its roof. As was established later, the perpetrators were Alexey Shemotyuk and Alexander Gorban, known members of the group C14. Following their arrest, right wing activists made a call on social networks for supporters to appear at the court hearing to support the arsonists, which they did. The presence of radicals in the courtroom may have influenced the prosecutor’s decision to ask for a house arrest, although in the initial papers filed with the court he had asked for the perpetrators to be detained in jail. Eventually, the court ruled to detain them with the possibility to leave on bail in the amount of 2.2 million hryvna each.
The judge who presided over the case, Tatyana Levitskaya, was subsequently being criticized on social networks and received a handwritten note on her car, perceived by her and her family as a threat. Levitskaya is one of the judges in the ongoing case of the murder of journalist Oleg Buzina. The defendants in that case are also members of the right wing movement. It is expected that there will be attempts to pressure the judges –including Levitskaya– before the next hearing on February 9.
https://strana.ua/articles/analysis/120888-tserkovnoe-delo-sudi-levitskoj.html
Right wing radicals from the group C 14 attacked the editor’s office of an orthodox online newspaper, threatening journalists who were present at the moment and accusing them of producing “extremist” materials. Radicals themselves published videos of their raid.
The radicals also demanded from the employees to show what they have on their monitors.
Among the “guests” was the leader of C14 Evgeniy Karas, who had earlier admitted to being connected to the SBU. Most of the nationalists were wearing balaclavas. They claimed that they found in the office leaflets calling for the boycott of Roshen (the President Poroshenko’s enterprise), books claiming that there is a civil war in Ukraine, materials about Patriarch Filaret and the Volyn massacre.
The staff of the site called the police. After the arrival of the police, the nationalists left the premises, taking along a hard drive of one of the computers.
https://strana.ua/news/119886-s-14-vorvalis-v-redaktsiju-sojuza-pravoslavnykh-zhurnalistov.html
On Saturday, militants from the “Azov” battalion blocked the office of the Communist Party of Ukraine in Kiev (the party was banned after Euromaydan), where a Komsomol meeting was taking place.
The event was thwarted. Police came to the scene. To avoid a scuffle, the participants of the failed meeting were evacuated in an ambulance.
The representative of the militants made the following statement (watch video below): “We will continue to observe them [communists]. In any form: on the Internet and otherwise. Today their coven has been disrupted. And our goal has been achieved. We broke their backbone. They know what we know about them. They were all with open faces recorded by our cameras, our journalists. They will be recorded by the police.
They understand that any of their activities, any talk about the renewal of the Communist Party, in Odessa, Kharkov region, is already ending. We already know who they are. And we will act decisively. Not one beast from the past can pass.
The Communist Party was banned and will stay banned. And no branch – the Komsomol, Pioneers or October – have a right to act in Ukraine. They carry an anti-Ukrainian idea. They create a foothold for the offensive of the Russian government, the military …
We will watch today the media, the Russian media, and will monitor them, whether they dare to give something or not. If they dare – we will find out identities of the journalists who were here. We will find everyone who helps the aggressor – the Russian Federation.”
http://nationalcorps.org/blog/naconalnij-korpus-protid-vdnovlennju-komunstichnih-sil-v-ukran
https://www.kpu.ua/uk/88789/neonatsysty_napaly_na_ofys_kpu
http://www.politnavigator.net/nacistskaya-diktatura-boeviki-azova-ugrozhayut-raspravojj-zhurnalistam-v-kieve.html
Members of ATO (anti-terrorist operation in Donbass) attacked passers-by in Shevchenko Park in Odessa on October 12 and threatened them with a pistol, a knife and a grenade (they did not actually have grenades), as well as damaged property of a small store and beat its owner.
Police decided not to detain them, although they opened criminal cases against the violators of public order.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/odessa_deboshirov_iz_parka_shevchenko_kotorie_ugrojali_prohojim_orujiem_otpustili_808.html
http://timer-odessa.net/video/kak_eto_bilo_debosh_uchastnikov_ato_v_odesskom_parke_i_ih_usmirenie_517.html
After skirmishes with activists of nationalist and EuroMaidan organizations in Odessa, 20 policemen and 16 members of the National Guard ended up in hospital
According to the Dep-t of Communications of the Odessa Police Dep-t, 36 officers were injured during clashes with representatives of nationalist and “Euro-Maidan” organizations on 18 and 20 September. The clashes took place on September 18 at the city court of Illichivsk after the announcement of the acquittal of defendants in the case of May 2. Radicals attempted to enter the court building but were prevented from doing so by the police. On September 20, they tried to break in into the Odessa City Hall during a session of the City Council. According to TIMER, the majority of hospitalized policemen received eye burns and burns of upper respiratory tracts due to the use of tear gas and other similar means by protestors. Radicals were also throwing explosive packs and tiles on law enforcement agents. No one was detained on the spot.
Later, a criminal case was open against the protestors for having threatened and attacked law enforcement officers.
Photos & Videos:
http://timer-odessa.net/news/novie_stichki_pod_meriey_natsionalisti_shturmuyut_bokovoy_vhod_594.html
http://timer-odessa.net/news/posle_stichek_s_natsionalistami_politseyskie_okazalis_v_bolnitse_376.html
http://timer-odessa.net/news/v_besporyadkah_pod_odesskoy_meriey_postradali_36_silovikov_otkrito_ugolovnoe_delo_874.html
http://timer-odessa.net/news/po_faktu_napadeniy_na_politseyskih_u_ilichevskogo_suda_otkrito_esche_odno_ugolovnoe_delo_903.html
http://timer-odessa.net/news/v_stolknoveniyah_s_aktivistami_pod_gorsudom_ilichevska_postradali_20_pravoohraniteley_nikto_ne_zaderjan_557.html
One of the defendants in the case on May 2 was hit in the head with a metal object after having been acquitted by the court
He is hospitalized. Details are being specified.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/opravdannomu_po_delu_2_maya_probili_golovu_v_ovidiopole_720.html
Sergei Shabovta, head of the All-Ukrainian public organization of veteran submariners, was hit in the face by Dmitry Reznichenko, a “veteran” of the ATO [Anti-terrorist Operation in Donbass] (video)
The incident occurred in Kiev in the House of Veterans. During a conversation in the corridor, Shabovta declared directly in the face of the ATO veteran that the Maidan had to be dispersed already in 2014, in response to which Reznichenko hit the older man in the face.
After the incident, Reznichenko said that they (ATO-members) will continue to struggle with organizations like Shabovta’s and find out on what they spent budget money.
Source: https://nahnews.org/995607-skandal-v-kieve-za-slova-o-maidane-veteran-poluchil-po-licu-ot-atoshnika
The police “supervised” nationalists mocking the bust of Marshal Zhukov and beating a journalist
Several police officers were constantly present at the rally of members of right-wing organizations who, on the night of August 24, smashed Marshal Zhukov’s bust that they had stolen earlier, but did not interfere with their actions. The presence of law enforcement officers can be clearly seen on a video recorded by one of the participants of the action. It can be seen that the police do not interfere in any way with the activists’ actions, although later the police stated that they opened criminal proceedings against them under the article “Hooliganism”.
The same activists attacked the journalist of the television channel “Academy” Sergei Bakumenko, spraying his face with tear gas. Policemen present at the scene decided not to react to this either.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/natsionalisti_kurajilis_nad_byustom_marshala_jukova_i_bili_jurnalista_pod_prismotrom_politsii_783.html
Activists who stole the monument of Zhukov [Marshal of the Soviet Union] attacked a journalist at night
The journalist of the Odessa TV company “Academy” Sergey Bakumenko said that he was attacked on the night of August 24 by the activist Sergey Sternenko and accompanying persons who had symbols of the nationalist party “Svoboda” [Freedom] on their T-shirts. He said they used tear gas against him.
According to the video message he posted on his Facebook page, he noticed three police cars as he was walking at night. In one of the trunks he discerned the bust of Marshal Georgiy Zhukov. When the journalist wanted to find out from the police what was going on, they refused to comment. Members of “Svoboda”[Freedom], in turn, said that this was a “Forostyak’s monument”. After that Bakumenko walked away but activists along with Sergei Sternenko followed him. According to the journalist, they used bottles of tear gas and sprayed them in his face.
As TIMER reported earlier, on the night of August 24, the day of Independence of Ukraine, activists of the Euromaidan movement stole a monument to Marshal Zhukov in Odessa. Subsequently, they were spreading the photo of the stolen monument in social networks.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/aktivisti_pohitivshie_pamyatnik_jukovu_nochyu_napali_na_jurnalista_371.html
http://timer-odessa.net/news/den_nezavisimosti_aktivisti_evromaydana_ukrali_pamyatnik_jukovu_884.html
An opposition journalist was beaten up in Zhitomyr
In the center of Zhytomyr, the former ATO [anti-terrorist operation in Donbass] soldier Vasily Shcherbakov attacked an opposition journalist Sergei Forest.
According to the correspondents of the newspaper ‘Golos Pravdy’ [The voice of truth] who cite the victim Forest, the attack was organized by the deputy of the regional council from the Samopomich [Self-Help] party, as well as a member of the National Union of Journalists of Ukraine, Elena Galaguza.
Forest is sure that the purpose of the attack was to provoke him to retaliate, which would give grounds for calling the police and detaining him for beating a “veteran of the ATO [anti-terrorist operation in Donbass]”. According to the journalist, Galaguza was standing next to him and recording what was happening on the video.
Source: https://golospravdy.com/oppozicionnogo-zhurnalista-izbili-v-zhitomire/
Local nationalists in Odessa confiscated a Russian flag and a St. George ribbon from a car of tourists from Transnistria and burned the objects (video)
https://vk.com/video-70187376_456239500
Adviser to the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Arsen Avakov, Ilya Kiva, threatened a doctor who published the data of medical examination confirming his mental illness
The former head physician of the Poltava Regional Center for Medical and Social Expertise Tatiana Zhabo spoke up about the harassment by Avakov’s adviser, Kiva [a former member of the far-right Right Sector]. Two years ago, at the request of the battalion members commanded by Kiva, the physician was forced to disclose the data of the medical examination. According to them, he suffers from serious mental disorders.
“Many times they came to work, to the office, to my home, and threats began that were subsequently confirmed by actions, and I was attacked three times in 2014-2015, in my house, these were armed attacks, by people wearing masks, with automatic weapons, resulting in bodily harm of medium gravity, “- says Zhabo. “After the information was published, huge pressure began. First of all, I was immediately fired without any reasons.” Subsequently, Zhabo won in 8 court cases in regards to her dismissal, but the decision to reinstate her in office was not carried out.
More on Kiva: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/democracy-post/wp/2017/06/15/ukraines-ultra-right-militias-are-challenging-the-government-to-a-showdown/?utm_term=.97aab566b90b
Source: http://podrobnosti.ua/2193465-ilja-kiva-ugrozhal-vrachu-za-publikatsiju-svoego-diagnoza.html
For the second time in two weeks an activist was attacked in Ivano-Frankivsk
According to the victim, the attacker was the same young man who attacked him during the presentation of the book “Left Europe” on August 8. At that time about 40 young people disrupted a lecture on social movements and beat two activists – 31-year old Andriy and 16-year old Yevgeniya.
[English-language source] https://humanrights.org.ua/en/material/v_ivanofrankivsku_aktivista_pobiv_odin_z_napadnikiv_jiakij_zrivav_lekcijiu_u_chernivcjiah_pro_socialni_ruhi_
Either ex-commander of the nationalist battalion “Aidar” or his guard engaged in a shoot-out near a kindergarten in Kiev.
Deputy Borislav Bereza wrote on his Facebook page that there was a conflict in Troieschyna [a Kiev district] with raiders who wanted to illegally take away the building of the kindergarten. This was allegedly prevented by activists.
Blogger Yevgeny Shevchenko claims that Melnichuk defended these raiders: “Melnichuk said that the decision of the court for him does not mean anything and the kindergarten supposedly will be his public reception room! But the local people were outraged by such behavior and, in the literal sense of the word, beat him up a little bit. That’s why Melnichuk took out his pistol and started shooting at people,” the blogger wrote on his Facebook page.
https://strana.ua/news/87242-strelba-v-kieve-na-troeshchine-15-avhusta-s-uchastiem-nardepa-melnichuka.html
Video of the conflict:
https://strana.ua/news/87321-video-konfliksta-so-strelboj-s-nardepom-melnichukom.html
Right-wing radicals beat a man in a T-shirt with a sickle and a hammer in Odessa
As the publication “Блокнот Молдовы” (“Notepad of Moldova”) reports, they demanded of the owner of the T-shirt with the communist symbols to remove it, and then they began to beat him. The publication also posted a video of this scandalous incident, but it was later removed by the YouTube administration “for violating the rules regarding insults and threats.”
http://timer-odessa.net/news/pravoradikali_izbili_mujchinu_v_futbolke_s_serpom_i_molotom_v_odesse_781.html
Radicals from the youth nationalist group S-14 came home to a pregnant woman from Kiev Svetlana Picta to intimidate her for having opposed the collection of financial aid for ATO soldiers at school.
As Picta wrote on her Facebook page, three people knocked at her apartment door, introducing themselves as policemen. At that time she was alone in the apartment, she did not open the door and they threatened to come the next day.
Later it turned out that the individuals were representatives of the radical organization S-14. They explained the reason for the visit by the fact that Picta maintains ties with the Russians and accused her of separatism. The organization published Picta’s home address on their Facebook page with a remark: “S14 invites patriots who are not indifferent to the matter to pass by at this address in order to make similar separatist provocations impossible.”
Before leaving, they pasted the entrance with leaflets with pictures of Picta and her passport details. The fact that it was made by visitors from the S-14, is confirmed by the video cameras at the entrance.
One of the claims that radicals from the organization S-14 put forward against Picta is her friendship with journalist Ruslan Kotsaba. According to him, radical organizations have become a unit for carrying out political repression and believe in their impunity: “The danger is that they are taking over functions of law enforcement agencies and decide whom to punish and for what.”
http://vesti-ukr.com/kiev/250315-radikaly-s-14-nahrjanuli-domoj-k-beremennoj-kievljanke-otkazavshejsja-sdat-denhi-na-ato
Odessan members of the Right Sector made a statement on their Facebook page about the upcoming gay parade : we will not allow a “coven” of “marginal layers of the Ukrainian society. They plan to prevent the LGBT community from having a march in Odessa on August 13.
“The Right Sector stands for conservative and Christian values as a solid support for the Ukrainian statehood. Therefore, we will by all possible means resist the negative influence of “grants-eaters” [grants recipients]. In our time, the main thing is victory and not problems of sexual minorities,” activists wrote.
“We are against the demonstration in the public of various perversions, the positioning of these perversions as norms. We are against the society being brought up in line with the adoption of unnatural and perverted manifestations as the norm.”
http://timer-odessa.net/news/odesskie_pravoseki_o_gey_parade_ne_dopustim_shabasha_marginalnih_sloev_obschestva_730.html
In the Odessa region, a court was bombarded with Molotov cocktails: the police detained rioters
Riots in front of the District Court broke out today in the village Shiryaevo, Odessa region. Rioters even threw two Molotov cocktails on the building, but they were quickly extinguished.
The conflict broke out after another attempt by activists of the Odessa organization “Ukraine -It’s Us” under the leadership of Vitaly Golodko and by some local residents to deal with the judge Sergey Paliy, who, in their opinion, makes illegal decisions.
Golodok and his comrades tried to influence Judge Paliy for the first time on July 21. After that, on the order of the deputy head of the regional police, the judge was assigned guard.
In the beginning of June, activists of the organization “Ukraine – It’s Us” picketed the Odessa Economic Court of Appeal, which is on Shevchenko Avenue. The protest turned into a brawl, during which the doors of the side entrance to the courthouse were knocked out.
https://dumskaya.net/news/sud_9233-075082/
Activists seized the court building in the Odessa region: people demand the dismissal of a judge, while he locked himself in his office
This morning, public activists of the “Ukraine-It’s us” organization, led by Vitaly Golodka, blocked the Shiryaevsky district court of the Odessa region. As reported on the official website of the court: “At this moment, there is an actual seizure of the administrative building of the court by “activists” and the detention of Judge of Shiryaevsky District Court in the Odessa region as a hostage are taking place. The actions of these individuals fall under the category of a number of crimes from the Criminal Code of Ukraine. When we asked what is going on, we received an answer that this is a peaceful action.”
As a part of the rally, the protesters brought rubber tires to the building and threatened to set them on fire. As Vitaly Golodok himself explained, people are not content with Judge Sergei Paliy, who, in their opinion, makes illegal decisions. In particular, according to the public activist, the judge regularly acquits drunk drivers who become culprits of accidents. Activists demand that the judge resign.
In early June, activists of the organization “Ukraine – It’s Us” picketed the Odessa Economic Court of Appeal on Shevchenko Avenue. The protest turned into a brawl, during which the doors of the side entrance to the courthouse were knocked out.
http://dumskaya.net/news/v-shiryaevym-aktivisty-zahvatili-rayonnyy-sud-074911/
President of Moldova Igor Dodon appealed to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine with a request to ensure the safety of citizens of the Republic of Moldova who visite the territory of Ukraine.
Dodon wrote this on his Facebook page, commenting on a recent incident in which a group of activists attacked a Moldovan citizen who was driving in the Odessa region by car, on which he put a sticker with a map of Russia. “The attitude towards our compatriots in the neighboring country is a matter of concern. This is not the first time when Moldovan citizens are attacked, “Dodon writes. «In this regard, I appeal to the neighboring state with a request to ensure the safety of our citizens, who are in Ukraine temporarily or by transit. I have passed a relevant appeal to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration. ”
http://timer-odessa.net/news/prezident_moldovi_prosit_ukrainskie_vlasti_zaschitit_moldavskih_grajdan_ot_ukrainskih_neadekvatov_312.html
The former head of the Odessa branch of the “Right Sector” promised to disrupt a concert of the band “Time and Glass”, which is to be held in the night club “Ibiza” on June 16.
“Next on the list are the group” Time and Glass ” who have received Russian awards. They also toured in the Russian Federation, ” Sternenko wrote on his Facebook page.
We remind that on May 28, Sternenko and his like-minded comrades managed to disrupt a concert of the singer Loboda in the same club “Ibiza”, after which a number of performers announced cancellation of their concerts: for example, today, June 8, it became known about the cancellation of a concert of the Russian rapper “Mot” and of a charity concert by Irina Bilyk.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/voshli_vo_vkus_sternenko_sobralsya_sorvat_esche_odin_kontsert_919.html
On June 8, there was a small skirmish between law enforcement officers who were responsible for the protection of public order during the concert of Irina Bilyk in the restaurant LeoPark and representatives of right-wing radical organizations trying to disrupt the event
About half an hour after the concert began, a group of activists tried to break through the police cordon to get into the restaurant grounds and disrupt the concert. They failed to do this, and one of the most active participants in the breakthrough attempt was detained by the police.
After that, the participants of the attempt to disrupt the concert concentrated their efforts on liberating one of their comrades: that is, they surrounded the bus, where the detainee was placed by the police, not to allow the delivery of the detainee to the police station.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/odessa_radikali_potolkalis_s_politsiey_vo_vremya_kontserta_irini_bilik_274.html
Member of the “Street Front” organization, a native of the Kirovograd region, Demyan Ganul boasted of his personal mini “victory” over Russia.
As Ganul wrote in his Facebook account, in the minibus №175 he noticed “symbols of the aggressor state” – the Russian Federation. The activist added that he had to conduct an “educational conversation” with the public transport driver.
“The symbolism is removed, the driver will “live in a new way, “- Ganul joyfully reported.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/ulichniy_aktivist_otrugal_voditelya_odesskoy_marshrutki_za_girlyandu_iz_flajkov_tam_bil_rossiyskiy_475.html
On June 10, a Russian rap singer Matvey Melnikov (scenic pseudonym – Mot) was supposed to perform at the club “Bono” in Odessa, but local nationalists said they would disrupt the concert.
This was reported by the right-wing radical Sergei Sternenko, who previously announced and directed a protest against a Ukrainian pop singer Svetlana Loboda in Odessa.
As Sternenko wrote on his Facebook page, Mot “performed in the occupied Crimea” in March 2015 and in September 2016.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/pravoradikali_sobirayutsya_sorvat_kontsert_rossiyskogo_repera_v_odesse_129.html
On the morning of June 2, an all-Ukrainian forum “Women for Peace” was supposed to take place in the hotel complex on the Gagarin Plateau, 5. However, because of the report about a booby-trap, all the people were evacuated from the building.
As a MP from the “Opposition bloc”, the initiator of the National platform “Women for Peace” Natalia Korolevskaya reported that as the women were evacuated, aggressive youngsters in camouflage attacked them, insulted them and poured on them a green antiseptic.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/radikali_napali_na_jenschin_vo_vremya_vizita_korolevskoy_v_odessu_435.html
After a court session in the case of May 2 in the city court of Chernomorsk (a city near Odessa) a group of activists of nationalist organizations attacked the lawyer Valentin Rybin, who defends one of the accused.
Valentin Rybin is the lawyer of Yulia Mefyodova, an activist of the Kulikova Field, who is one of the accused in the case of the riots on the Greek Square on May 2, 2014. According to eyewitnesses, the nationalists used tear gas against the lawyer, as well as struck him several times, accusing him of helping the separatists.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/natsionalisti_izbili_advokata_po_delu_2_maya_433.html
Radicals disrupt another concert
In the evening of May 28, a concert of the singer Loboda was supposed to take place at the night club “Ibiza” in Odessa’s Arcadia, but representatives of nationalist organizations decided to disrupt it. True, it was possible to do this only after resorting to a time-proven method – a false report that the place was booby-trapped.
The report about a booby-trap was preceded by activists’ attempts to disrupt the concert with more direct methods: thus, they began throwing firecrackers on people on their way to the establishment, and when the police attempted to detain the most active “pyrotechnic,” they tried to defend their “brother” from law enforcement officers – however, unsuccessfully.
http://timer-odessa.net/video/sriv_kontserta_lobodi_v_ibitse_petardi_dimovie_shashki_i_potasovki_s_politsiey_998.html
http://timer-odessa.net/news/evromaydanovtsi_zaminirovali_ibitsu_833.html
In Odessa on the Cathedral Square, the ex-leader of the local organization of the Right Sector, Sergei Sternenko and his comrades discovered on May 19 a car of two Moldovan women whose car had a St. George ribbon on it and handed them over to the police.
This Sternenko wrote on his Facebook page; “An explanatory conversation was held with unwanted guests in Ukraine and police officers were called in to draw up a protocol on the administrative violation. I note that, according to the “protagonists” of the incident, on the same day border guards at the post “Palanka” let them in with this symbol, without telling them anything.”
http://timer-odessa.net/news/odesskie_pravoseki_napali_na_mashinu_iz_moldavii_s_georgievskoy_lentochkoy_i_porezali_vse_kolesa_454.html
In Izmail, a veteran of punitive operations in the Donbas section stripped a man of his T-shirt with a portrait of Putin in the middle of the street and threw it away.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/v_izmaile_atoshnik_razdel_posredi_ulitsi_mujchinu_razorval_i_vibrosil_ego_futbolku_s_portretom_putina_949.html
An activist of “Euromaydan,” accused of a murder, set a dog on neighbors and broke a nose to the a policeman.
This afternoon in one of the microdistricts of Odessa there was a domestic conflict because of problems with parking. Sergei Khodiak, who was walking his dog in the yard, interfered in the fight and later resisted police officers: he broke one of the policemen’s nose and took away his rubber baton.
Sergey Khodiak is known as a pro-Ukrainian activist, who on May 2, 2014 opened fire from a hunting rifle on the Greek Square in Odessa. As a result, at least 1 person was killed. The journalist Konstantinov was wounded and probably also a policeman as well as Evgeny Losinsky, who died soon because of his wounds. All attempts to bring Khodiak to justice, to imprison him and to judge, resulted in the fact that numerous militants- Khodiak’s «brothers» would physically defend him and force law enforcerment agents to retreat. However, policemen usually did not insist.
In the current incident, Khodiyak was detained together with other participants in the fight and was kept in a temporary detention facility. He was suspected of committing a crime under Article 345 of the Criminal Code – violence against a law enforcement officer. And again, the “untouchable” militant, in accordance with the tradition of impunity for “patriots”, was soon released from custody. There is no doubt that the case against him will not go any where.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/draka_v_radujnom_evromaydanovets_ubiytsa_natravil_na_jiltsov_sobaku_i_slomal_nos_politseyskomu_816.html
Yarosh’s guards shot in a leg of a taxi driver, because he did not answer to the slogan “Glory to Ukraine.”
As eyewitnesses of the incident report in social networks, the reluctance of the taxi driver to answer passengers’ greeting “Glory to Ukraine” entailed a stormy reaction of the latter.
Two passengers hit the driver when he turned away to check the change. Another “patriot” came to their aid. In the course of the conflict, the raging passengers began to hit the car, after which one of them shot the taxi driver in both feet. Other taxi drivers came to the scene, one of them also received a gunshot wound.
“Patriots” were detained, but a month later one of them was released from custody. There is every reason to believe that the guards of a prominent national-patriot will be released without punishment.
Dmytro Yarosh is the former head of the Right Sector, currently a Defense Ministry official and an adviser to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/ne_otvetil_na_slava_ukraine_ohrana_yarosha_prostrelila_obe_nogi_taksistu_321.html
Odessa: armed “patriots” seized a building in the resort area
This was reported by the adviser to the head of the regional police, “Euro-Maidan” activist Ruslan Forostyak, who named the said persons one of the “patriotic” groups of the city. According to law enforcers, some activists had weapons with them.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/odessa_odni_patrioti_otbili_u_drugih_zdanie_v_kurortnoy_zone_148.html
On May 12, the former leader of the Odessa “Right Sector” Sergei Sternenko and his comrades attacked the lawyer in the case of May 2, Andrei Karkishchenko.
The incident occurred after the meeting of the Odessa Region Court of Appeals in the case of the staged kidnapping of the People’s deputy Goncharenko: Karkischenko is the lawyer of one of the accused in the case, namely of Alexander Kushnaryov , the father of Gennady Kushnaryov, one of the victims on May 2.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/bivshiy_glaviy_odesskiy_pravosek_izbil_advokata_po_delu_2_maya_300.html
Odessa radical activists went to the village of Kuchurgan in the Razdelnyansky district of the Odessa region, because on May 9, there were cars with Soviet symbols allegedly seen there.
This was reported on his Facebook by the former leader of the Odessa branch of the “Right Sector” Sergei Sternenko, who stressed the fact that “patriots” came to the Razdelny district to find out circumstances of the incident and suppress the “separatist sabbath.” The activist also noted that on the Victory Day “communist and prohibited Russian symbols” were used in Kuchurgan. In fact he confused the flag of the village for the Russian tricolors, since there were indeed no Russian flags on cars.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/pravoseki_poehali_borotsya_s_separatizmom_v_kuchurgane_prinyav_flag_sela_za_trikolor_rf_592.html
Activists of the organization “Avtomaydan Odessa” (not to be confused with the Odessa “Avtomaydan” led by Ustimenko) blocked the work of a repair plant in the village of Vasilyevka in Belyaevsky district of the Odessa region.
As an employee of the plant told TIMER, the attackers were accompanied by law enforcement officers along with the chief of the district police department. The latter, at the request of the head of “Automaydan” Yevgeny Rezvoshkin, asked all workers of the Vasilievsky repair plant “to immediately come to the plant”. Representatives of the Odessa “Self-defense” also appeared there. “Near our village, there are 150 people standing wearing masks. As I understand when we are done talking to the police, these 150 people will rush to seize our plant, “says an employee. What exactly demands the Automaydan, is still unknown, but for the plant this story is not new: on February 17, 2016 Rezvoshkin already stormed the enterprise, demanding to stop its work.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/odin_iz_odesskih_avtomaydanov_zahvativayut_zavod_v_belyaevskom_rayone_740.html
There is a video circulating in Internet of the arson of the Dnipro office of the “Opposition block”.
This short video was published by one of the leaders of the Ukrainian opposition Alexander Vilkul. He also said that the Ukrainian authorities are preparing large-scale repressions against the opposition.
“The authorities, perhaps, say that they are building Europe in Ukraine, but this is Germany of the 30s. Arsons of party offices and TV channels, attacks by radicals. We know that political repression is being prepared against us. Members of the Victory March, and there were 25 thousand of them, are just being caught on the streets and asked: “Give us any evidence against the” Opposition block “, and we’ll let you go.” The authorities declared a war on rights and freedoms. We urge everyone to unite, “Vilkul wrote on his Facebook page.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/v_set_popalo_video_podjoga_dneprovskogo_ofisa_oppozitsionnogo_bloka_934.html
On May 10 in Chernivtsi, a dozen of individuals dressed in camouflage uniforms beat by the chairman of the local branch of the Opposition Bloc Ruslan Tulik; he was hospitalized.
As this party organization stated, radicals, led by the deputy of the Chernivtsi regional council from the party “Self-defence,” Olga Kobyevko, attacked Tulik. Recently, the member of opposition published a photo of the May 9 celebration in the social network, after which he began to receive threats from Ukrainian nationalists. At present, the man is in a serious condition in the neurosurgical department of one of the hospitals in Chernivtsi. The patient is diagnosed with concussion and numerous bruises.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/molodchiki_v_kamuflyaje_izbili_glavnogo_chernovitskogo_oppozitsionera_on_gospitalizirovan_594.html
Today about 30 people – members of right-wing organizations of Nikolayev – attacked the office of the Association of War Veterans in Afghanistan and reserve soldiers.
First, several people came to the office under the guise of “parliamentarians” -to talk about yesterday’s clash during the celebration of Victory Day. However, the conversation did not take place – following the “parliamentarians”, unknown persons in masks broke into the office and began to destroy flags standing in the waiting room.
The attackers were about 30 people, among them were members of the civil corps “Azov”. In the office at this time there were 7 people. The head of the Association Yuri Solovei jumped out first to the attackers, followed by two more. Solovei and his comrades were immediately knocked down and and beaten. Solovei was targeted most of all – they hit his head with a metal rod, he received an open fracture of his finger on his left arm and multiple bruises.
At present, the office of the “Afghans” [veterans of the Afghan war] on Nikolskaya Street is cordoned off by the police. The attackers are not particularly hiding – they stand as a separate group here, near the office. Police makes no attempts to detain them.
Right-wing radicals do not hide that an attack on the office of “Afghans” is a revenge for yesterday’s incident during the celebration of Victory Day.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/v_nikolaeve_azov_napal_na_ofis_veteranov_afganistana_est_postradavshie_979.html
The first fights began in Nikolayev: nationalists burned the communist flag
In Mykolayiv, Victory Day turned out to be restless. A fight broke out near the store “Sotka”, where participants of the action “Immortal Regiment” began to gather in the morning for the procession.
Nationalists approached protesters and started expressing their indignation at the fact that there was Stalin depicted in the photo. Eventually the verbal brawl turned into a fight.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/v_nikolaeve_nachalis_pervie_draki_natsionalisti_sojgli_kommunisticheskiy_flag_973.html
Seven against one: “patriots” forced an activist of “Kulikovo field” to kneel, while they were performing a Nazi salute.
On May 9, a group of right-wing radical activists attacked a member of the Kulikovo field, Maurice Ibrahim, on the Alley of Fame.
Choosing the moment when a middle-aged man was alone, radicals surrounded him and tried to force him to kneel and shout nationalistic slogans. He refused to do this, and then the activists did it without his participation – and at the same time they did a Nazi salute. The police officers who were nearby were watching the scene indifferently.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/semero_na_odnogo_patrioti_napali_na_aktivista_kulikova_polya_zastavlyali_ego_vstat_na_koleni_i_nemnogo_pozigovali_271.html
In Mykolayiv, activists are preparing Molotov cocktails and holding “shooting practices”, dedicated to the upcoming Victory Day in Mykolayiv.
This was reported by the user Sergey Reznichenko on his Facebook page. “If the local impotent regional and city authorities do not react to the manifestations of separatism, communist symbols, we will act!” – Reznichenko threatened.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/nikolaevskie_aktivisti_gotovyat_kokteyli_molotova_na_9_maya_dlya_borbi_s_separatistami_277.html
Odessa radicals attacked a deputy of the “opposition”
On the afternoon of May 3, radical-minded activists painted a reception of the deputy of Odessa City Council from the “Opposition Bloc,” Bogdan Giganov, with nationalist symbols.
«Rude and radically-minded children, protected today by law enforcement agencies, painted the façade of my reception area with nationalist slogans, symbols and lit a fire on the sidewalk, right under the windows of an apartment house!” – wrote Giganov.
Also, the deputy was angered by the fact that no policeman approached intruders while they were setting up fire on the sidewalk and painting the building.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/odesskie_radikali_napali_na_priemnuyu_deputata_oppozitsionera_121.html
A video has been published in social networks of provocations, arranged by nationalists on the Kulikovo field on May 2, 2017.
The video shows how representatives of radical organizations offend citizens of Odessa, shout slogans calling for the murder of Russians, etc. It is clear in the video that law enforcement officers do not prevent provocations, they only look out for the security of nationalists and prevent possible retaliatory actions of citizens.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/tretya_godovschina_tragedii_2_maya_kak_natsionalisti_prizivali_ubivat_russkih_751.html
On May 1, a rally with communist symbols was planned in Kherson. However, several dozens of nationalists prevented the event in the Park of Glory from happening.
They came with Ukrainian national symbols and demanded that the Communists leave the park. After verbal skirmishes and clashes, during which particularly active participants in the communist rally were injured, the participants of the May Day procession left the park without deploying their flags.
http://timer-odessa.net/news/pervomay_v_hersone_natsionalisti_ustroili_draku_220.html
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Quick Review – Dark Forge by Miles Cameron
On December 9, 2020 December 9, 2020 By The Unseen LibraryIn Audiobook, Fantasy, Five-Star Books, Quick Review
Publisher: Hachette Audio (Audiobook – 24 January 2019)
Series: Masters & Mages – Book Two
Length: 16 hours and 58 minutes
My Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
After finally getting around to doing a quick review of King of Assassins by R. J. Barker the other day, I thought I would take this opportunity to do a quick review for the exceptional 2019 fantasy novel, Dark Forge, the second entry in the Masters & Mages trilogy by Miles Cameron.
Miles Cameron is an interesting and talented author who has written several amazing fantasy novels over the last couple of years. I am a little more familiar with Cameron under his main writing name, Christian Cameron, which he uses for his enjoyable and detailed historical fiction novels, such as last year’s The New Achilles. However, I really got into his fantasy fiction last year when I read the first Masters & Mages book, Cold Iron, which proved to be a particularly captivating and impressive novel that is really worth checking out. After enjoying Cold Iron I also decided to have listen to its sequel, Dark Forge, late last year, and while I had a fantastic time reading it, I completely failed to write a review for. This is a shame because Dark Forge was a really great read and I actually considered it to be one of the best books (and audiobooks) I read in 2019.
Only fools think war is simple.
Or glorious.
Some are warriors, some captains; others tend to the fallen or feed the living.
But on the magic-drenched battlefield, information is the lifeblood of victory, and Aranthur is about to discover that carrying messages, scouting the enemy, keeping his nerve, and passing on orders is more dangerous, and more essential, then an inexperienced soldier could imagine . . . especially when everything starts to go wrong.
Battle has been joined – on the field, in the magical sphere, and in the ever-shifting political arena . . .
Dark Forge is an excellent novel which takes the reader on a vast and complex adventure through Cameron’s detailed fantasy world. The book follows the life of its protagonist, student Aranthur Timos, who, after getting involved in some intense espionage and intrigue in the previous novel, now finds himself on the battlefield as his city state goes to war to stop a dangerous and tyrannical new empire gaining power and destroying the current, benevolent status quo. There is a lot going on in this book, and the authors sets the reader on an impressive and extensive adventure which proves extremely hard to put down. Cameron starts this book off in impressive fashion, with the protagonist and many of the key side characters from the first novel involved a brutal and elaborate battle sequence that sees magic, gunpowder and troops utilised to a destructive degree. From there, the story follows Aranthur as he engages in an extended scouting mission, where he attempts to work out the origin of his enemies and the full extent of their plan. This is followed up with a particularly desperate siege before Aranthur finds himself back in the city that served as the main setting of Cold Iron, where political shenanigans see him branded a traitor and force him to sneak around the city in order to save his friends.
The author blends a lot of different story elements together into this book, which I felt came together well and helps to produce an extremely enjoyable narrative. The author continues to utilise his distinctive, detail-orientated writing style which fits the scope and tone of the series and helps to produce a fun read with the feel of a classic fantasy novel. I ended up having an outstanding time seeing the various fun and compelling places where Cameron took this great story, and it ended up being quite an enjoyable book. It also leaves open some compelling storylines for the final entry in the series and it will be interesting to see how the author ends him impressive overarching plot. I do think that readers who are interested in checking out Dark Forge should really read Cold Iron first. While Cameron did do a good job of examining some of the key events that occurred in the first novel, Cold Iron contained an immense amount of story detail, and I personally feel that readers would be well suited to have this story fresh in their mind before getting into Dark Forge.
One of the things that I like the most about the first entry in this series, Cold Iron, was the way in which it served as a coming-of-age story for the protagonist, Aranthur. Cameron continues this in Dark Forge, as the protagonist once again goes through a lot of growth. Not only does he begin to become a key player in the fight against the Master (the antagonist of the series), but he also starts to come into his own as a magical user, a swordsman and a leader. While he is somewhat reluctant to become a warrior and a killer, despite his clear aptitude for it, he eventually becomes more confident in his role, especially after seeing all the dangers and darkness out in the world. All this great growth continued to endear me to Aranthur, and it was a lot of fun to see the author portray a normal character who has vast responsibilities and adventure thrust upon him and must either adapt or crumble as a result. Dark Forge also continued to showcase several of the amazing side-characters who were initially introduced in Cold Iron. Each of these characters gets their own intriguing arcs throughout the book and it was fantastic to see them, and their relationships with Aranthur, evolve over the course of their extended adventure. Several new compelling characters were also introduced in this novel and their unique narratives helped to enhance Dark Forge’s story. All of these excellent characters are a lot of fun to follow and I look forward to seeing where they end up at the end of this series.
I also have to highlight the impressive world-building that Cameron featured in Dark Forge. The author continues to dive down deep into the lore and history of his new realm, particularly as the characters spend most of the novel exploring a new continent that was mentioned but not featured in Cold Iron. Dark Forge’s narrative spends significant time expanding the reader’s knowledge of this new continent, mainly because the protagonists engage in an epic and lengthy trek throughout it, and it was fascinating to see the cool new landscapes that Cameron describes. In addition, I really enjoyed the expansion of the awesome magical system featured throughout the series. Much of this is because of a world-changing event that increases the importance and power of magic, but it is also because Aranthur is becoming much more proficient with his magical abilities. Not only does this result in a deeper understanding of this universes magic systems work, but you also get to see some much more destructive and elaborate displays of magical ability, which results in some very impressive sequences throughout the book. I personally found the authors inclusion of a series of magical roadside booby traps to be particularly clever, and I also had a lot of love for one of the scenes at the start of the book where the protagonist speeds up his own body in the midst of a battle, ensuring that everyone, except a few opponents, is fighting in slow motion in comparison to him. I found all of this to be extremely cool and I really appreciated all the amazing new features that Cameron was able to fit into Dark Forge.
Like the first book in this series, I ended up checking out the audiobook version of Dark Forge, which is narrated by Mark Meadows. The Dark Forge audiobook has a run time of just under 17 hours, which is a couple of hours shorter than Cold Iron, making for a quicker listen, and dedicated listeners can get through it in a short amount of time (I know I did). I had an amazing time listening to this audiobook, and I really think I followed this novel a lot more closely by listening to it. I was also really glad that Meadows returned to narrate this second novel in the series. Meadows’s voice serves as a perfect match for Cameron’s unique writing style and he did a fantastic job moving the story along and bringing the various characters to life. As a result, I would really recommend the audiobook format for anyone interested in checking out Dark Forge and it ended up being an excellent way to enjoy this outstanding book.
Dark Forge by Miles Cameron is an impressive and captivating fantasy read that presents the reader with an intense adventure that follows a relatable and likeable protagonist. Filled with all manner of action, great side-characters and clever world building, Dark Forge serves as an amazing second entry in the Masters & Mages series, and I had an exceptional time listening to it. This book gets a full five-star rating from me and I really need to check out the final entry in the series, Bright Steel, next year.
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Oprah Winfrey´s mega-yacht vacation will blow your mind!
The TV star just landed in Ibiza to start her dreamy Mediterranean holidays on board a super-exclusive five-storey yacht that even has a basketball court!
July 30, 2019 - 7:32 UTC By HOLA! USA
The Spanish island of Ibiza, in the Mediterranean sea, is a celebrity hotspot during the summer season. Clear waters and white sand beaches attract the biggest showbiz stars to the area, and it´s common to see them enjoying the sun or a sunset walk before a candle-lit dinner. The latest megastar arriving at the exclusive location is Oprah Winfrey, who could be seen smiling and very relaxed in casual attire. She will not be staying in a luxury hotel though – her lodgings are off the scale when it comes to bling. Oprah is holed up at the jaw-dropping biggest yacht in the world. With five floors, 82 rooms and eight thousand square meters of living space, The Rising Sun, property of millionaire David Geffen is the summer vacay home that dreams are made of.
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Oprah greeted The Rising Sun staff dressed in a white casual outfit, perfect for the occasion.
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It´s not the first time chat show queen has accepted an invitation aboard. Oprah and David are close friends and she already stayed at the yacht back in January to celebrate his 65th birthday, that time in St. Barths.
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She’s not the only A-Lister who has enjoyed the amazing facilities on board. Julia Roberts, Karlie Kloss, Bruce Springsteen, Leonardo DiCaprio, and most recently Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry, who have been holidaying in neighboring island Majorca, have also visited The Rising Sun. And we totally understand why!
The vessel has space for sixteen guests and is run by forty-three staff members
VIP guests can take a dip in the indoor swimming pool, train in the exclusive gym, or watch a movie in the private cinema. They can even play basketball on a court which doubles as a helipad. The Rising Sun has a crew of 43 staff members who will cater to their guests’ every need.
A private cinema, indoor swimming pool, wine cellar, gym, helipad... You name it, The Rising Sun has it
David Geffen, founder of record labels such as Asylum and Geffen Records, as well as Dreamworks Studios along with Steven Spielberg, bought the vessel in 2010. Since then, some of the most famous celebrities and influential people in the world, such as former President Barack Obama, have stepped on the amazing ship’s teak deck.
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What to do in Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge after the reservation period ends.
Shawn Williams on June 20, 2019
On the heels of the fantastic opening of Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge its time to look forward to the next phase of introducing the land to the public. Since its opening on May 31st, the only way to get into Batuu was by reservation, and you were only allowed to be in the land for four-hour blocks. As of Monday, June 24th, the land will be open to all without the need for a reservation. However, it will be available through a virtual queue — Heres how it works.
Once you enter the Disneyland Park log into your Disneyland app and check the status of Galaxy’s Edge. It will either say Open or Access by boarding group only. Just make sure all the people in your group have their tickets in your app and create a boarding group for your entire party, it’s that simple. You will be able to monitor your status, and you will be alerted when it’s your parties time to go to Batuu. Once you have been notified of your group being allowed to enter, you will have a two-hour window then you will lose your boarding pass. There will be no time limit on how long you can stay in the land.
For those who do not want to use the Disneyland app, you can get a boarding pass at the following fast pass kiosks. Haunted Mansion, Indiana Jones, Space Mountain, Splash Mountain, and the Matterhorn Bobsleds. You will also need to make reservations for Ogas Cantina and Savi’s Workshop at 7:00 a.m each day.
Hopefully, this will make it a little easy for you to understand the new process that will Star War Galaxy’s Edge. What do you think of these new changes? Would you like to see the virtual queue used more in the parks?
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Category： Shrines & Temples Streetscapes
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Guide to Asakusa & Sensoji Temple! Exploring Tokyo's Old-town Charm
Last updated: 1.Oct 2020
History of Sensoji Temple
Sights to see around Sensoji Temple
Events at Sensoji Temple
Senso-ji, located in the heart of Asakusa, is the oldest temple in Tokyo. It has a long history of over 1400 years and is well known as the symbol of Shitamachi, the downtown area of Tokyo. More than 30 million people visit Senso-ji every year to experience the classic Edo atmosphere. This article will introduce Senso-ji with various appeals from different areas.
Sensoji Temple: the Guardian of Tokyo's "Shitamachi"
In 628, Hinokuma Hamanari and Takenari caught a Buddha statue in their net while fishing at Sumida River. Not knowing much about the Buddha statue, they released it back into the river, but the statue kept getting caught in their net. The brothers then brought it back home, since they believed it was something special. This story is the origin of Senso-ji, and the temple was erected in honor of the Buddha statue.
Sensoji's main prayer hall bustling with tourists and worshippers
Since the temple has such a long history, it was damaged continuously, for example by earthquake, fire and air strike during the war. The temple re-built in 1649 was undamaged for 300 years, which was the longest record, but it was completely destroyed by the second World War. The temple was rebuilt six years later and is the one we see today.
Asakusa: Tokyo's Center of Commerce & Commoners' Culture
Denboin Street, Asakusa, recreates the townscape of the Edo period
From the Edo era (around 1603 to 1850), Shitamachi was the driving force of culture and commerce, and Asakusa was one of the most prosperous cities. At the time, the warriors, called bushi, were paid in rice, and the rice granaries were built in Asakusa. The granaries supplied both the rice for currency and for food. With merchants and traders in Asakusa dealing rice, there were more people and money in town, which accelerated the economy. In addition, public amusement facilities, such as Mizucha-ya (Japanese tea café) and Misemono-goya (show tent), helped Asakusa to become one of the busiest areas in Edo.
Kaminarimon Gate - An Icon of Asakusa
The great lantern of Sensoji Temple's Kaminarimon Gate
Kaminarimon will come into view as soon as you turn around the corner from Asakusa station. It is a symbol of Asakusa, and also the main gate of Senso-ji. The official name of the gate is “Fuu-rai-jin-mon”, with “Fuu” meaning wind, and “Rai” meaning lightning. On the right of the gate is the god of lightning, and on the left is the god of wind, and they are both worshipped at this temple. These two statues can be seen in Japanese temples very often. Take a closer look at the gate to see the sublime statues and the beautiful colors. The gate itself is 11.4 meters wide and 11.7 meters tall, and in the middle, there is the famous lantern, weighing 700 kilograms. The lantern is usually hung daily year round, but during Sanja-matsuri, Asakusa shrine’s main festival, it is rolled up and put away. Visiting during the festival may be a worthwhile experience!
The Ever-Energetic Asakusa Nakamise-dori Street
Asakusa Nakamise-dori Street
Passing through the Kaminarimon is a street straight up to the main temple. This street is called Nakamise-dori, known as the oldest shopping street in Tokyo. The word Nakamise indicates the traditional shopping street inside the temple grounds. In recent years, these kinds of shopping streets are losing its liveliness due to the appearance of large shopping malls. However, Nakamise-dori is still very much loved and appreciated as a traditional shopping street in the Shitamachi area. It is always full of tourists from all over the world, Japanese field trip students and locals. There are around 90 stores along the street and is a must for souvenir shopping.
Senbei (rice crackers)
The smell of ningyo-yaki (a small baked cake in the shape of a traditional doll filled with various paste) and senbei (rice crackers) and the beautiful colors and variations of tenugui (Japanese handkerchief) and sensu (Japanese folding fan) are constantly attracting many visitors. There are more and more exciting shops on the streets parallel to Nakamise-dori and on the street perpendicular to it called, Denpoin-dori. There are too many shops to go in to, and you will find yourself intrigued in every one of them! Nakamise-Dori also gives off a different feeling according to the season or festivity, so that is also something to look forward to.
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Enjoy Tokyo's oldest temple street for only 1000 yen Asakusa is one of Tokyo’s most popular tourist attractions famous for its traditional neighborhood. This article focuses on how to enjoy Asakusa’s picturesque Nakamise Shotengai (shopping street) packed with gift and food stalls. We found plenty of
Hozomon - The Second Gate of Sensoji
The Pagoda and Hozomon Gate at Sensoji Temple
Walking through Nakamise-dori you will see another gate ahead, which is Hozomon. It is also called as Niomon, which literally means “the gate of two kings”. The “kings” refer to the two gods at the side of the gate, together called “A-Un”. It was rebuilt using reinforced concrete after the mass damage of the Second World War. The gate started to become referred to as Hozomon (literally translating to “treasure cellar”) since then, because of the descendent scriptures and precious resources that were stored inside the gate. It was open for entry during the Edo era, but is now closed to the public.
The Main Prayer Hall of Sensoji Temple
Sensoji Temple's main prayer hall
After passing through the second gate is finally the main and most important part of the temple, the Hondo. This is where the Buddha statue from the legend is placed. The Hondo rebuilt in 1649 was successfully undamaged for almost 300 years and designated as a National Treasure, but the bombings in 1945 completely destroyed it. This building is now built with reinforced concrete as well.
Goju-no-To - The 5-Storied Pagoda
The 5-storied Pagoda of Sensoji Temple
On the left of Hozomon, there is a tall building called Gojuu no tou. These types of buildings can be commonly found at many temples in Japan. This tower consists of five layers, which is why it is called Goju no to, literally meaning “tower of five layers”. The Busshari (the ashes of the Buddha) given from the Isurumuniya shrine in Sri Lanka is stored at the top of the tower.
Denpo-in & the Japanese Garden
Denpoin japanese garden in sensoji temple asakusa
On the left side of Nakamise-dori, there is the Denpo-in, where the monks of Senso-ji live. Unfortunately, it is closed to the public, but is sometimes opened during special events, and inside is a beautiful Japanese garden. In contrast to Nakamise-dori’s busy and crowded atmosphere, Denpo-in is calmer and almost gives you the feeling that time is passing slowly. If Denpo-in is open during your visit, you are quite lucky and have come at a great time!
Omikuji - Fortune telling Slips
Omikuji
You can draw Omikuji at most temples and shrines in Japan. Omikuji is a small paper with your fortune and advice about items such as romance, business and health. Japanese people have a custom of visiting shrines in the new years and drawing omikuji to test their fortune. Omikuji is available year round for just 100 yen, so you can test your fortune! Fun fact: there is a rumor that the chances of drawing Kyo (bad luck) at Senso-ji are relatively high compared to other shrines (although regardless of the many shrines I've been to, I have only ever drawn Kyo in my life.)
Shokoro - 小香炉
Shokoro
Between Hozomon and Hondo, there is a huge pot where people can offer incense sticks. This is for the visitors, so feel free to use. When you go up to the pot, you can see people putting the smoke of the stick near them. It is said that putting the smoke to the part of your body where there are any problems will help cure it in the future. It is also said that by going through the smoke, you can purify yourself before going into the Hondo.
Cherry Blossoms (March to April)
Sensoji Temple and Nakamise-dori Street in the Spring
Between March and April, Japan is gorgeous with, of course, cherry blossoms. Along Nakamise-dori, cherry blossoms bloom beautifully and you can also see the weeping cherry trees. Sumida River, which is a 5-minute walk from Senso-ji, is very famous for its breathtaking cherry blossoms. The area is famous for cherry blossoms, so taking a walk during the spring is recommended.
Ground Cherry Market (Summer)
Ground Cherry Market
On the 10th of July, Shiman-rokusen-nichi (literally meaning forty six thousand days) and hozuki (ground cherry) market is held every year. According to legend, you can receive forty six thousand days worth of grace if you go to the temple on this day. On the same day, brightly colored ground cherries are sold in the market. Wind-bells and some amulets are sold as well.
The Dance of the Golden Dragon (October)
The dance of the golden dragon at Sensoji Temple
In autumn, falling leaves color Japan with beautiful burnt reds and a dark oranges. Senso-ji is no exception, as the temple premises are famous for its beauty during the fall. The weather is also very comfortable at this time, so taking a walk in the area under the falling leaves is perfect. The Dance of the Golden Dragon (金竜の舞; kinryu-no-mai) is also held in October, which you can see in the photo.
Sanja-Matsuri (May)
Sanja festival
Just by Senso-ji is the Asakusa shrine. The three men who paid a great contribution to the building of Senso-ji are worshipped in this shrine. At most of the shrines in Japan, festivals are held mainly in the summer. Here at Asakusa shrine, Sanja festival is held on the third Friday, Saturday and Sunday in May. 1.5 million people visit every year, and they bring an unbelievable load of enthusiasm and vibrancy into town. Mikoshi (portable shrine) are carried out to the town of Asakusa, which is a very familiar sight in Japanese festivals. Enjoy the atmosphere of Sanja-matsuri, but beware of the massive crowds!
Hagoita Market (Dec. to Jan.)
New Year's Event at Sensoji
Senso-ji is very busy during the new years, but it is worth a visit as the year-end atmosphere is quite unique as well. On every 18th of the month during the winter, small festivals and markets will be held in Senso-ji. Since it is the last one of the year, the festivals and markets in December are very crowded with people looking for goods for the coming year. The best selling item is Hagoita, which is like a traditional Japanese badminton racket made of wood. From the Edo era, there was a custom of gifting Hagoita to the family of the newborn girl. From that custom, it is now perceived as a lucky charm and bought as one.
Nearest station: Asakusa Station 浅草駅 (Tobu Skytree Line TS01/Tokyo Metro Ginza Line G19/Toei Asakusa Line A18/Tsukuba Express Asakusa Station)
From Shinjuku Station 新宿駅
【Shinjuku Sta.】JR Chuo Line Express / for Tokyo
→【Kanda Sta.】Tokyo Metro Ginza Line / for Asakusa
→【Asakusa Sta.】from Exit 6 → about a 5-minute walk
From Tokyo Station 東京駅
【Tokyo Sta.】JR Yamanote Line / for Ueno
From Narita Airport 成田空港
【Narita Airport Sta.】Keisei Narita Sky Access Line Access Express / for Shinagawa
→【Asakusa Sta.】from Exit A4 → about a 5-minute walk
From Haneda Airport 羽田空港
【Haneda Airport Sta.】Keikyu Line / for Shinagawa
Recommended: ride around the area on a rickshaw
How does Sensoji Temple sound? If Sensoji Temple is not enough for you, there are also famous landmarks such as the amusement park, "Hanayashiki" and the Tokyo Sky Tree. If your feet get tired, hopping on a rickshaw to complete the rest of your visit is a great idea as well! Get rid of the tiredness with the refreshing wind and delicious street foods near Asakusa.
Click here to learn what it's like to ride a rickshaw in Asakusa!↓↓
Tour Around the Asakusa Area on an Exciting Rickshaw Ride
Tour Around the Asakusa Area on an Exciting Rickshaw Ride Rickshaws were introduced to Japan in the late 19th century and were once a popular form of transport. Today, the two-wheeled carts can be seen dashing through the streets of historical sites, such as Asakusa, Kyoto and Kamakura. Rickshaw rides are
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The Best VPN Services (for Most People)
VPN's aren't just some nerdy tool, they're an essential part of using the Internet safely in 2020
JON STONE | updated 15 Jan 2020 02:39
VPN services were once restricted to the ultra tech-savvy or big businesses.
These days, setting up a VPN is often as simple as installing an app on your phone or computer and clicking a couple buttons.
It's never been easier to protect the information you send from your PC, phone, tablet, or virtually any device you can connect to the Internet.
But a quick search for VPN providers might yield thousands of options... How do you know where to start?
While there isn't one service perfect for everyone, these top picks should help you find the best VPN service in 2020 based on your budget, how you plan to use your VPN, and what features you prefer.
Editor’s Note: This post has been updated for 2020
Related Guide: VPN Buyer's Guide
1. NordVPN (at 1-3 Year Price)Editor's Pick
Best Overall VPN
Pros: Fast, tons of servers, zero logs, cryptocurrency support, canary warning on-site, support for a range of devices and protocols, P2P servers, multiple devices, kill switch
Cons: Price
NordVPN hits the sweet spot on both features and ease of use. If you want a simple setup, their app will have you connected in a few clicks. But they also support OpenVPN for customizing settings to your liking.
With more than 4800 servers in 62 countries around the world, you have plenty of choices. P2P servers allow file sharing traffic while still offering great download speeds.
What really makes NordVPN shine is the extra features. Their kill switch can be device-wide or bound to specific apps, allowing flexibility in how you keep critical data secure. There's also Tor over VPN and Double VPN servers for added security.
Lastly, with a zero log policy, you can trust your information remains private at all times.
With apps for Mac, PC, iOS, and Android plus browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox -- you can keep any device secure. Support for up to 6 connections on a single account allows you to switch between devices seamlessly without worry.
While they're not the cheapest option on the market, NordVPN backs up their price with responsive service and ample features. But if you sign up for a 1- to 3-year term range, you'll save a serious sum.
What Others are Saying...
Reviewers love the ease of use of NordVPN and the massive selection of servers and fine-tuned options within the desktop and mobile application.
PCWorld writes, "NordVPN is a well-performing VPN with a great user interface, a good amount of respect for privacy and anonymity, and the advantage of accessing U.S. Netflix overseas."
TechRadar was also pleased, saying, "An appealing VPN which is fast and (mostly) user-friendly. It's let down a little by the unfinished feel to parts of the Windows client, and the new and more vague privacy policy, but the speed and convenient server selection tools finally won us over."
PC Magazine awarded NordVPN their first place and Editors' Choice titles in their " The Best VPN Services of 2020 " roundup, saying, "NordVPN wraps a slick client around a strong collection of features for securing your online activities and an enormous network of servers. It's a top pick for VPNs."
Bottom Line...
Whether you're a power user or new to VPNs, NordVPN offers features to help you get the most from your VPN service at a great value if you choose a longer-term subscription.
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2. VPN Unlimited
Best Budget VPN
Pros: Decent speed, large server selection, zero logs, support for a range of devices/protocols, P2P servers, kill switch
Cons: Some reports of congested servers
If you're looking for VPN protection at a rock-bottom price, VPN Unlimited offers good value. It's not the fastest pick in our recommendations, but the feature set on offer is solid.
You'll enjoy an easy-to-use app, mobile apps, around-the-clock chat and email support, and access to more than 400 servers in 70+ locations. The ability to connect with up to 5 devices at a time also makes it easy to hop between your phone, computer, or tablet without worry.
Despite P2P connections being limited to select servers, many reviews noted slower transfers in the 30 to 50Mbit/sec range. Still, this is plenty fast for media streaming and other common uses.
One unique point to VPN Unlimited is their KeepSolid Wise service. This cloaks that you're using a VPN providing an added level of security in areas where VPNs might be frowned upon.
However, the company is based in New York. So if you're worried about the security concerns of a US-based VPN, you'll want to look elsewhere.
Reviewers loved the lifetime pass options and basic features offered by KeepSolid VPN Unlimited. While it's not the most comprehensive offering on the list, the price is lower than many and their reputation is solid.
TechRadar notes, "KeepSolid offers great performance for a low price, and clients that run on almost everything... if your needs are simple -- unblocking websites, say -- it could still be a good choice."
PC Magazine awarded VPN Unlimited the "Best for Frequent Travelers" title in their "The Best VPNs of 2018" roundup. They note, "KeepSolid VPN Unlimited offers a strong slate of security and privacy features, plus the most flexible pricing plans in the industry."
Affordable pricing and solid features combine to make VPN Unlimited an ideal pick for budget-friendly VPN service -- as long as you don't mind the US company affiliation.
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3. TunnelBear
Best Simple VPN, Best Free VPN for Light/Occasional Use
Pros: Good speed, small but varied server selection, zero logs, support for a range of devices/protocols, an easy-to-use app, free plan available to try out, kill switch
Cons: No P2P, doesn’t work with Netflix
Offering 500MB of free usage a month and a simple app interface, TunnelBear is an excellent option for those looking for a free VPN for light use or casual users.
Support for up to 5 devices at a time makes it easy to switch between devices but makes the 500MB limit feel that much smaller.
Their server selection is small but solid. Reviewers noticed little slow down when browsing the web. The built-in kill switch also helps to ensure you're always encrypted. While the GhostBear protocol helps circumvent VPN blockers.
Their zero log policy means you can trust your personal information to remain private. For added privacy, you can also pay with bitcoin.
However, P2P is not allowed and the service currently doesn't work with Netflix.
Reviewers loved the easy-to-use application and the quirky branding of this VPN. Not to mention the free price tier.
VPN Mentor said, "If you’re a beginner or not ready to pay for a monthly or yearly commitment just yet, TunnelBear is a good option, as it is very easy to use and offers a free package. Other than the few glitches we faced with the application (see below), the quality of the service is decent."
Best VPN declared, "... we would recommend this provider to all of our active readers and VPN enthusiasts. This service is only going to get better, so it’s better to hop the bandwagon now and enjoy a seamless, powerful and fantastically secure internet browsing experience."
PC Magazine awarded TunnelBear an Editors' Choice award, a second-place ranking, and the best for first-time users title in their " Best VPN Services of 2018 " roundup. They said, "TunnelBear's VPN is a rare security product that doesn't force you to compromise between security and usability. It's friendly when you need it to be, invisible when you don't, and it doesn't skimp on security."
TunnelBear's free tier is one of the fastest reliable VPN options around. However, their easy-to-use app and affordable pricing also make them a great pick for casual use.
4. Private Internet Access
Best for Anonymous Payment
Pros: Good speed, great server selection, zero logs, support for a range of devices/protocols, allows payment with gift cards, kill switch, allows P2P, multiple devices
Cons: Based in the US, so-so support
Featuring more than 3400 servers across 33 countries, Private Internet Access has one of the larger server selections on this list. Add in a zero log policy, support for a wide range of protocols, and kill switch protection and you get a flexible, feature-rich VPN that's a great fit for most.
They allow P2P on select servers and work with most video streaming services. You can connect with up to 5 devices at once to make hopping between your laptop, phone, or tablet simple.
One of the unique features of Private Internet Access is the ability to pay using prepaid gift cards from other companies. This provides an anonymous payment method for those that don't want to deal with cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin.
However, the service is based in the US -- a factor that might impact privacy according to some security experts.
Reviewers loved the emphasis on privacy offered by Private Internet Access -- including kill switch features, IPv6 blocks, DNS leak prevention, and no logging. However, some questioned the effectiveness due to the business' US ties.
Torrent Freak notes, "Private Internet Access is a VPN that suits the needs of most users, from tech illiterates to those who prefer to tweak the most detailed network settings."
Cloudwards gives the service a thumbs up, saying, "If you're looking for a fast, no-frills VPN service, Private Internet Access deserves your attention. It does what it needs to, no questions asked, though we do wish PIA had a little less trouble getting into Netflix and other streaming services."
Private Internet Access was also awarded an Editors' Choice award and the title of Best for Power Users by PC Magazine in their " Best VPNs Services of 2018 " roundup. They note, "Private Internet Access offers a robust, full-featured service, at an unbeatable price. Its tremendous value offsets its rudimentary UI, making it an Editors' Choice for VPNs."
Combining an extensive network, multiple connections, and innovative payment methods, Private Internet Access is one of the most well-rounded options available that accepts anonymous payment methods.
5. ProtonVPN
Best Free VPN for Regular Use
Pros: Unlimited VPN use for free, kill switch, Swiss-based, zero logs, DNS leak protection
Cons: Limited server and region locations, speed throttled to 8Mbits/sec on free tier, no access to Tor on VPN on free tier, need unique free account per device for simultaneous use
Created by the same group behind ProtonMail -- a popular secure email service -- ProtonVPN offers a solid list of services and a wealth of privacy-centric features at a fair price.
In fact, if you don't mind the throttled speeds, you can use ProtonVPN for free. At 8Mbits/second, it's still faster than many of the free, unlimited VPN services available.
While the server selection is smaller than many competitors, ProtonVPN owns the entire network they operate. This means you don't have to worry about the security of individual data centers or other parts of the transfer network.
As a zero log company, you can also count on your private account information and browsing habits or file transfers remaining secure.
Upgrading to one of the paid tiers of the service adds a few features, including high-speed transfers, Tor on VPN, and using multiple devices on a single account.
Reviewers loved the unlimited free option and found the speeds acceptable for basic usage or even 480p video streaming. The attention to privacy also impressed most. From their Swiss base location and zero log policy to their compatibility with cryptocurrency and only requiring an email address to sign up, it's one of the most flexible, transparent options around. Doesn't hurt it's free.
TechRadar states, "It only gives you three locations, but decent speeds and unlimited bandwidth mean ProtonVPN Free gets a thumbs-up from us."
Tom's Guide compared the service to other free VPN service providers and declared, "ProtonVPN's free tier is certainly an affordable way to secure your online world, as long as you live close to one of its server locations and don't expect superfast speeds. Of all the free VPN services we've reviewed, it comes the closest to a full-fledged paid unlimited service."
With a well-known reputation in the private email sector, ProtonVPN offers reliable, free VPN service with a few limitations.
Offering a compelling blend of features, affordable pricing at longer terms, and an easy-to-use client on just about any platform imaginable, NordVPN takes our Editors' Choice for the Best VPN Service of 2019.
It offers one of the most comprehensive server lists in our round-up, plays nice with streaming services, allows you to use your connection as you please, gives loads of extra options for tightening security, and has excellent customer support through their website.
If you're not a heavy Internet user -- or you're just looking for something to use occasionally on public Wi-Fi or while traveling -- TunnelBear and ProtonVPN also offer high-quality free options with different approaches.
How We Picked the Top 5
The picks in this roundup are what we think are the top VPN providers in 2019 for most people.
We selected these services based on analysis of expert reviews from around the web, user feedback on sites like the Google Play Store and TrustPilot, forum comments on our site, social media discussions, and more.
When answering the question, What’s the best VPN service for the average person?” , we considered the following primary criteria:
Easy-to-Use Apps with Support for Common Systems
A VPN only helps protect your information if you can use it. We chose a range of options that provide simple interfaces ideal for novices and power users alike.
We also picked apps compatible with most common operating systems -- both mobile and PC related -- to ensure that anyone could use them regardless of their hardware or software preferences.
Good Connection Speeds
If your Internet slows to a crawl the moment you connect to your VPN, you probably won't use all the time. We wanted to provide options that will keep your Internet running near the fastest speeds available from your Internet service provider.
This means good video quality while streaming, snappy downloads, and smooth browsing -- all while keeping your private information... well... private.
While VPN services aren't exactly new, they are far from cutting-edge in most cases. This means you should be able to find an option that doesn't cost an arm and a leg.
All of our picks offer great value and are known for their competitive pricing and features.
Great Feedback
The best place to find out about how a service works is from the people using it every day. If there's a problem, reviewers will usually let you know in a hurry.
All of our picks feature a range of reviews across multiple sites to ensure that information is as accurate as possible.
An Emphasis on Privacy
If your VPN is keeping information away from prying eyes only to sell it to paying ones or leaving you open to liabilities and surveillance, it's not doing you much good.
Every pick in our round-up offers tools to ensure your VPN is running properly and are committed to protecting the private data of their subscribers.
We compared the things most people consider when choosing a VPN service to keep their browsing private.
In short, we did the research -- so you don’t have to .
Common VPN Questions
So, does using a VPN make me invisible?
Yes, and no.
A VPN will keep your Internet service provider or anyone else snooping on your traffic from seeing both what your traffic contains and where it's heading to and coming from.
But it doesn't hide that you're using the Internet, how much bandwidth you're using, or that you're using a VPN.
It doesn't make you invisible, it just makes your connection secure.
What's the big deal about logs?
The whole point of a VPN is to obscure where you're connecting and what you're doing.
If your VPN provider keeps logs of this information, they could sell it to other parties or be open to questioning from government bodies.
Depending on your government and what you're doing online, the chances of this are rather slim. But then, if you're paying to keep your information secure, fewer logs makes far more sense.
Do VPNs allow me to use peer-to-peer networks or BitTorrent safely?
This depends on the provider and what you're downloading. Piracy is piracy... it's illegal and risky no matter how you do it.
But a VPN adds a level of anonymity to the process. That's assuming the VPN provider supports torrenting and other file sharing protocols.
It doesn't change the legality of downloading copyrighted content. However, it allows you to cloak your IP address and remain reasonably hidden from other file-sharing users.
Can I use VPNs to stream video from services in other countries?
While it's likely against the terms of service for most streaming services, VPNs often allow you to stream content from sites in other countries.
Examples include streaming US Netflix content in the UK or streaming BBC iPlayer in the US.
Support will depend on the provider and may change. Most streaming services are constantly updating their services to prevent VPNs from accessing their content.
Sometimes, using a VPN that doesn't support video streaming may even result in not being able to access content even if you're within the same country as the streaming service.
If you have questions, be sure to check the forums or chat into support for the VPN provider to get confirmation it will work with your intended service before signing up.
Why do I need a VPN?
There are plenty of reasons to use a VPN... too many to list here even. But some leading reasons include:
You connect to public Wi-Fi and want to keep your information safe
You're worried about surveillance from third-parties
You want to stream content from a video service in another country
Your ISP or country blocks access to specific sites
You simply want to know your information is secure no matter where you connect from
As we transmit data about more of our daily interactions, financial dealings, and private information, investing in a VPN service seems a smart way to ensure that your data stays safe and hidden from prying eyes.
While we feel our picks offer a great experience to a wide range of people, there's not a single pick that will be perfect for everyone.
Fortunately, most of our picks offer either free pricing tiers or free trials. So trying a few to see what suits your needs simply requires a little time.
We'd recommend trying each service out for at least a day or two. Don't rely on a single server or connection to gauge what to expect. While our picks are of high quality, every service has servers that perform better than others. Explore a little to know how they might vary.
We offer additional considerations and explanations of common VPN-related terms in our Buyer's Guide as well at the bottom of our VPN listing page . You can also use the VPN comparison tools on the page to limit options by features, price, and more if you'd like to explore options not in this roundup.
Disclosure: You should know that in some cases, we may receive a referral fee (at no additional cost to you) for products purchased through the links on our site. These links help support our work but they do not influence our content. Our editorial recommendations are always genuine and we try to feature only the best products and services. Why trust us?
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Since i last wrote about this issue in 2002, more rental cars have been fitted with such systems, which can instantly relay information on your car’s speed, route and position to the rental. Rental car companies may use tracking devices as a precaution to protect their financial asset (the vehicle) since there are some instances when drivers fail to return vehicles on time or return them to incorrect locations. should there be any concern of misuse of the vehicle then they may prefer to put a tracker so they can have peace of mind. There is no intent to spy on rental car customers but the companies do want to keep an eye on their own assets. gps: used to report the location of vehicles with mechanical problems, recalls, accidents, and also to help when vehicles are stolen or suspected as stolen. For rental car companies, tracking devices are also useful. for example, if a customer doesn’t return a car, a gps can locate the vehicle quickly can save the rental company time and money. some rental companies use the technology to monitor your travel. tracking devices can tell if you break the speed limit or travel beyond geographical limits. More than anything, gps tracking devices can work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. you can have a gps tracker hardwired into your rental vehicles so the device gets power from the vehicle’s own electrical system. this means there is no need to recharge it when batteries run low. this only requires a quick, simple installation.
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New york (mainstreet) — rental car giant hertz has admitted it has cameras installed in about one in eight of its cars in the united states. but those cameras built into hertz’s neverlost. Yes, the car rental company has the right to do this, and the tracking system can be used to monitor the location of the vehicle in real time, as well as various data, and the electronic fence can be set. 1k views · answer requested by. Yes, many cars have tracking devices depends on you that which brand you are preferring. [link visible to registered users click here to see this link]. source: do enterprise car rentals have a tracking device on their cars? was this answer helpful?. Rental car giant hertz has admitted it has cameras installed in about one in eight of its cars in the united states. but those cameras built into hertz's neverlost dashboard assistant that. Car dealers seldom put a gps tracker in their car. some of the factory brands put something similar to a gps tracker in at the factory as part of their entertainment packages or communication packages or as an option package. if a car dealer sells a brand of gps products as an after market add on or.
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The car rental companies have been doing this for years. from usa today in 2002, "a car rental company that used satellites to track customers and fine speeders $150 was ordered wednesday to stop the practice and refund an estimated $13,000 or more.". In this article, i’ll run through the reasons why some lease cars are fitted with tracking devices. it is usually to protect the finance companies asset (the car). if there is any concern of mis use of the vehicle then they may choose to fit a tracker to provide them with peace of mind. Technicians specializing in automotive electronics, car audio, and car alarms often have the necessary expertise and equipment. inspecting the exterior of a vehicle for a hidden gps tracker while it’s possible to hide a small gps tracker just about anywhere, these devices are usually hidden in a location that is relatively easy to access. "[the device] talks back to the driver and gives them advice on how they're operating the vehicle," harvey said. "that data goes back to a database and is stored for different periods of time. > i also do not think rental cars are equipped with gps tracking devices. many agencies do indeed equip their fleets with gps trackers. more like loggers, because the agencies aren't manning a real time mission control view of where all their cars are at any given time.
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All kidding aside, there are many legitimate reasons one might require a gps tracking device, from parents keeping tabs on their teen drivers to rental car services staying on top of their fleet. Rental car companies can significantly benefit by using vehicle gps tracking systems. gps tracking for rental cars gives exact location, history, tow alert, and starter disable. with a click of a button, view all your rental vehicles on a single map. rental car companies often have easier renter criteria to compete with larger chains. Chances are that it might, from what i've read they will install gps trackers in some of the more expensive ones but it will depend on the rental agency. another point to note is that if you have. Marianne sullivan, president of the association for car and truck independents and franchisees, says "a number of rental car companies have put gps tracking systems in their vehicles. and that's. Gps tracking is a must have for all rental fleets, including renting cars or construction equipment. whether you are shopping for your first system or already have one installed, here are three tips to make the most out of your tracking system. 1. use vehicle tracking systems to track more than just location.
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Gps tracking has significantly impacted maintenance management by leveraging its automated process to monitor services fleetwide. the main aspect of gps tracking that helps equipment rental companies keep up with maintenance is the ability to monitor run time. gps tracking will allow you to schedule maintenance based on the equipment’s runtime. The use of gps to track stolen vehicles is at the center of a debate between car rental companies and privacy advocates in california. most rental cars are equipped with navigation and gps technology. They're not in all hertz rental cars. they're only in the neverlost 6 version, introduced last year. but clearly the presence of them might make one or two drivers wonder about their capabilities . Jones, police use of a gps device to track a suspect’s vehicle is considered a “search” under the fourth amendment. this means that the police must secure a search warrant before affixing a gps device to a person’s car for the purpose of tracking them. once the police secure a valid search warrant, they can attach a gps device on the. Rental car gps tracking. jun 18, 2017. car rent has many benefits including fast and easy way to get a car for a different amount of money. what to mention the fact that today car rent companies offers many different models of the cars that can’t be bought so easily by everyone in this land.
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Some tracking devices will have an auxiliary sim that will start broadcast at a lower transmission interval after power disconnection and primary sim removal. so the only means to avoid alerts and remain untracked is by providing power to the tracking device and separating it from the vehicle. identify the power consumption of the tracking devices. Seasoned operators have heard for years about using gps tracking to mitigate theft and misuse of rental vehicles. for those with memories of clunky interfaces, time consuming installs, and unreasonable price points, times have changed. Now all you need to do is make sure the mobile device is in the car you wish to track. then you can monitor the position of the car from the spysat website. this method might have a few downsides to it, like the mobile app does consume quite a huge amount of energy, so the smartphone needs to be connected to a power source, or it should have a.
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Soberlink and Butler Hospital Team Up for Groundbreaking New Detox Program
Soberlink, the leader in mobile breath alcohol detection technology, announced its participation in a cutting-edge pilot program with Butler Hospital. The study is being heralded as an innovative and truly modern approach to alcoholism recovery.
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA, June 26, 2017 /24-7PressRelease/ — Soberlink, the leader in mobile breath alcohol detection technology, announced its participation in a cutting-edge pilot program with Butler Hospital. The program, which began in January 2017, and is directed by Dr. Alan Gordon, combines state-of-the-art technology with outpatient treatment and counseling. An alternative to inpatient treatment, the program allows patients to live at home and use Soberlink technology to help them through detoxification and rehabilitation with the support of family and friends.
Soberlink’s newest technology consists of an integrated system that combines a web-connected blood pressure cuff and the Soberlink Device. The technology allows doctors to remotely monitor a patient’s status and sobriety, which is an opportunity rarely given to doctors in traditional rehabilitation settings.
“We are so proud to be part of this new program with Dr. Gordon and the prestigious Butler Hospital,” says Brad Keays, CEO of Soberlink Healthcare. “We believe the people affected by this disease deserve advanced and cost-effective treatment options, and we’re very happy to be partnered with Dr. Gordon, who believes the same.”
Sometimes referred to as virtual detox, the Butler program and Soberlink technology give patients the opportunity to fit recovery into their day-to-day life, instead of separating patients from their critical support system. It also allows those who simply refuse inpatient detox an effective way to begin their life in recovery from the comfort of their own home.
This unique program was recently featured in The Providence Journal. The article details the program and gives insight from a patient who has successfully gone through the program.
Soberlink is committed to changing the perception of alcohol use disorders by developing technology for addiction and recovery management. In 2016, the Soberlink Cellular Device gained FDA 510(k) clearance for medical use.
Since 2011, Soberlink has become the fastest growing recovery system on the market. The Soberlink System promotes accountability and connectivity with real-time BAC testing. Soberlink’s passionate pursuit of better recovery drove the company to develop the world’s first web connected breathalyzer with facial recognition software. The company remains at the forefront of innovation in the handheld, mobile breath category with the patented Soberlink Cellular, Soberlink Bluetooth and Sober Sky Web Portal.
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Experience 360-degree views over London with a visit to The View from The Shard. At more than 1,000ft (300 metres) tall, The Shard in London Bridge is almost twice as high as any other building in the city.
What to do at The View from The Shard
The View from The Shard allows you to go inside The Shard building and look out over London from the viewing platforms on levels 68 and 69. You can also head up to the Skydeck on level 72 - an open-air platform offering spectacular views over London.
Top things to see from The View from The Shard include Tower Bridge, the twists and turns of the river Thames, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre and St Paul's Cathedral.
While you're enjoying the views, grab a drink or snack served by one of the bars. You can also book an all-inclusive experience in advance, which includes a glass of champagne and souvenir photos of your visit.
Where is The View from The Shard?
The View from The Shard is part of The Shard building, located just outside London Bridge Station - the main entrance can be accessed on Joiner Street.
The closest stations are London Bridge Underground Station (Northern and Jubilee Lines) and London Bridge Railway Station (Southern and Southeastern trains).
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Guarantee entry by booking The View from The Shard tickets in advance online.
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12/22/20 – Emir Hodzic
Small businesses received an early Christmas present from Congress over the weekend in form of a new COVID relief package which is expected to be signed by President Trump today, December 22nd. There are a number of provisions within the bill that impact both businesses and individuals, however for the purposes of this article we are focused on changes to the PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) program.
Earlier this month the IRS issued guidance in form of Revenue Procedure 2020-51 which effectively taxed PPP loan funds by establishing that expenses used to obtain loan forgiveness would not be deductible. The program, which was established by the CAREs act earlier this year in March, has been marred with inconsistencies in how the US Department of Treasury executed on it versus the intent of Congress. The CAREs act specifically addressed that PPP loan proceeds would not be taxed, and this latest bill goes further to clarify that deductions are allowed for otherwise deductible expenses paid with the proceeds of a PPP loan that is forgiven.
Additionally, it clarifies that the tax basis and other attributes of the borrower’s assets will not be reduced as a result of the loan forgiveness. Welcome news by businesses and their tax advisors as they complete year-end tax planning in an already unpredictable environment.
Title III of the law is appropriately named Continuing the Paycheck Protection Program and Other Small Business Support. The provisions of Title III make significant changes to the program as it stands currently as well as provide for Second Draw Loans, additional PPP loans businesses that are eligible can apply for.
Additional expenses are now allowed and forgivable under the program in addition to payroll support, rent, utilities, and mortgage interest which include the following:
Covered operations expenditures. Payment for any software, cloud computing, and other human resources and accounting needs.
Covered property damage costs. Costs related to property damage due to public disturbances that occurred during 2020 that are not covered by insurance.
Covered supplier costs. Expenditures to a supplier pursuant to a contract, purchase order, or order for goods in effect prior to taking out the loan that are essential to the recipient’s operations at the time at which the expenditure was made. Supplier costs of perishable goods can be made before or during the life of the loan.
Covered worker protection expenditure. Personal protective equipment and adaptive investments to help a loan recipient comply with federal health and safety guidelines or any equivalent State and local guidance related to COVID-19 during the period between March 1, 2020, and the end of the national emergency declaration.
The purchase, maintenance, or renovation of assets that create or expand a drive-through window facility; an indoor, outdoor, or combined air or air pressure ventilation or filtration system; a physical barrier such as a sneeze guard; an indoor, outdoor, or combined commercial real property; an onsite or offsite health screening capability; or other assets relating to the compliance with the requirements of certain protective guidance
Borrowers will still have to spend at least 60% of their funds on payroll to be eligible for loan forgiveness.
Those borrowers who have already applied for forgiveness will not be able to benefit from the expanded costs associated with forgiveness as well as other changes in the program covered in this article including a new option for covered periods.
Borrowers are now able to elect a covered period ending at the point of the borrower’s choosing between 8 and 24 weeks, allowing them to stop tracking FTE’s and other required documentation at that point of time.
The bill also clarifies that other employer-provided group insurance benefits can be included in payroll costs. This includes group life, disability, vision, or dental insurance. This provision will apply to loans made before, on, or after the date of enactment of the bill.
The bill also creates for a simplified forgiveness application process for loans under $150,000, where borrowers will only be required to submit a one page form seeking the amount of forgiveness and not subjecting those borrowers to otherwise required reductions in forgiveness amounts resulting from FTE reductions or salary and hourly wage reductions. The SBA has 24 days from the passage of the bill to establish this form.
Second Draw Loans
The PPP is expanded to create a second loan program for smaller and harder-hit businesses, with a maximum amount of $2 million. In order to receive a PPP second draw eligible entities must:
Employ not more than 300 employees;
Have used or will use the full amount of their first PPP; and
Demonstrate at least a 25 percent reduction in gross receipts in the first, second, or third quarter of 2020 relative to the same 2019 quarter. Provides applicable timelines for businesses that were not in operation in Q1, Q2, Q3, and Q4 of 2019. Applications submitted on or after January 1, 2021 are eligible to utilize the gross receipts from the fourth quarter of 2020.
Certain industries assigned to NAICS code 72, Accomodations and Food Services will be permitted to borrow 3.5 times average monthly payroll versus the 2.5 originally available to them. An eligible entity may only receive one PPP second draw loan.
The SBA has 10 days from the passage of the bill to establish a process for second draw loans.
Eligible entities must be businesses, certain nonprofit organizations, housing cooperatives, veterans’ organizations, tribal businesses, self-employed individuals, sole proprietors, independent contractors, and small agricultural co-operatives.
Under this bill, 501(c)(6) and Destination Marketing Organizations (DMO) meeting certain criteria are now eligible for funding under the PPP loan program. In order to qualify, the organizations must satisfy the following criteria:
501(c)(6) Organizations:
The organization has 300 or fewer employees;
The organization does not receive more than 15 percent of receipts from lobbying;
The organization’s lobbying activities do not comprise more than 15 percent of its total activities; and
The total cost of lobbying activities is $1,000,000 or less during the most recent tax year that ended before February 15, 2020.
Destination Marketing Organizations:
The DMO is registered as a 501(c) organization, a quasigovernment entity, or a political subdivision of a state or local government.
Eligibility was not extended to any organization or sports league whose primary purpose is to promote or participate in political campaigns or other political activities.
PPP borrowers will also be able to claim the Employee Retention Credit, however any wages for which a credit is computed will not be treated as forgivable payroll costs. The credit is also extended through July 1, 2021 and has been greatly expanded to equal 70% of qualified employee wages which increased from $10,000 in total per employee to $10,000 per quarter per employee. In order to qualify an entity would need a 20% drop in quarter-over-quarter revenues.
Expanded SBA Debt Programs
The bill provides for $15 billion in funding through the SBA to make grants to shuttered venue operators such as live venue operators or promoters, theatrical producers, live performing arts organization operators, museum operators, motion picture theater operators, or talent representatives who demonstrate a 25% reduction in revenues. The SBA may make an initial grant of up to $10 million dollars to an eligible entity and a supplemental grant that is equal to 50% of the initial grant. The grants must be used for payroll cost, rent, utilities, and personal protective equipment.
Additionally, the debt relief program in the CARES act has been resumed on small business loans guaranteed by the SBA under the 7(a), 504, and Microloan programs. All borrowers with such loans will receive an additional three months of principal and interest payments starting in February 2021. Going forward, those payments will be capped at $9,000 per borrower per month. After the three month period, certain hardest-hit by the pandemic borrowers will receive an additional five months of payments.
How Can VonLehman Help?
VonLehman has established a process where we will assist businesses in filling out their loan forgiveness application and gathering the necessary information to submit to their lenders. We will be utilizing anonline platform to facilitate this process, which will produce a completed loan forgiveness application. If you are interested in this service please contact us at info@vlcpa.com.
VonLehman experts have compiled a COVID-19 Resource Center at vlcpa.com, Here, you can find numerous resources, specific to your industry, to help you navigate these difficult times. For any questions related to this article, contact Emir Hodzic at ehodzic@vlcpa.com or 800.887.0437.
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February 3, 2015 | by Michael
Dying Light Review
Stare Into The Dying Light
Summary: It may be a familiar road but Techland makes Dying Light the smooth, zombie killing, ride you've been craving.
Dying Light might feel familiar to some of you since Techland isn’t new to first-person-zombie-killing-open-world-game genre. You may remember them for Dead Island, their 2011 surprise hit. Back then everyone was prepared to see what Techland could do with a true sequel to Dead Island but fate intervened when THQ, then Dead Island’s publisher, went bankrupt and sold off the Dead Island franchise. It seems however that Techland decided the first person zombie killing genre wasn’t worth giving up, and so they have now made Dying Light. The two games are pretty similar, but Techland clearly knew where they went wrong before and where their earlier ideas needed to be improved to make a better, and somewhat thoughtful, sequel.
Dying Light moves past its predecessor in a few meaningful ways. First, through free running, ledge climbing, and other parkour systems. The added mobility takes some getting used to at first, but the game is designed around using ramps, jumps, and traps to get around, so you had better learn it. The initial map consists of small buildings that make leaping out of the reach of the zombie horde pretty easy, and also save you from going splat if you fall off the top. Eventually the game opens up into a proper city, where the parkour feels naturally integrated and changes it from a mode of escape into a mode of inertia. For a while the parkour just feels like a clever workaround so you won’t feel frustrated with the simple combat, but it eventually flowers into something unique and wholly it’s own.
The analogue combat from Dead Island is gone. Sorry, but “right trigger to smack a zombie” is what you get here. You’re also given a secondary weapon slot where anything from distracting firecrackers or exploding ninja stars can sit, and while it doesn’t add a ton to the game’s rather bland combat, the extra flavor is appreciated. The various skill trees also unlock upgrades that open up your options for dealing with the open world, helping keep things fresh. Suddenly you can drop down on zombies to do damage, throw your weapons in a last ditch effort to deal massive damage, and unlock new ways to distract and kill zombies such as car bombs or electric fencing. I went from fearing the daylight hordes roaming the open world slums and city to owning any zombie that dared cross my path, at least until nightfall.
Dying Light isn’t just a name Techland picked out a hat, It refers to the game’s day/night cycle which can change your calm exploration into a tense scramble for the nearest safe house. The monsters really do come out at night: Volatiles, your classic fast moving zombie, are endlessly searching around at night for human flesh and if you make too much noise or pass by their Metal Gear style vision-cones you’ll find yourself in a tense, frightening chase.
Still, the fun of exploring the city only lasts so long before you need a reason to keep going, and the game’s story is as good as any. The characters are all varied with diverse accents, motivations, and interesting back stories, and while the story isn’t great it isn’t worth skipping either. The city you’ve parachuted into used to be an oil boom town, and the remaining civilians are struggling all over again against a new invading sickness. Even the tourist parkour instructor who leads the nice band of survivors you fall in league with is over his head. This sense of desperation gives the town some life, and gives the characters (even the secondary or side quest ones) depth. It almost makes the city worth saving.
But then the story keeps going. And going. You reach a new area, a city of larger buildings and more survivors in need of a hero to run their errands. Your standard bad guy foil is a cliche, and while you desperately try convince the outside government to give you enough time to find a cure before they fire bomb the city you also somehow always manage to find the time to deliver coffee. Unfortunately the story often misses its mark, and only some of the side quests and a few of the main character interactions actually elicit some emotion. And then there’s that ending, oof. Forced first person platforming followed by a long quick-time event to end the game is pretty underwhelming and sour. I had just spent an untold amount of time fighting in zombie filled arenas, guiding myself through dark sewers, and killing bosses. To punctuate these combat experiments (which, by the way, do work well) with an overly difficult parkour running gauntlet and a simple sequence of button presses is a waste. The ending left me frustrated, let down, and annoyed. Just when I thought Dying Light had found it’s stride, it tripped all over itself.
After beating the game though I loaded my save back up and started working through a back catalog of side quests. I was searching cafes for bags of coffee, collecting power cables for a set of insulting twins left behind by their oil company employers, and purposefully waiting until night and traversing across the map just to see what I could accomplish without getting caught by the horde. It was fun. I may not push my play count to over thirty hours, as finishing the game only took about twenty-four, but I’m still thinking about Dying Light. Techland clearly knows what they want from this genre, no matter the name on the cover. They may not have made Dead Island 2, but they did make something more mature and considerate.
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Swissinfo.ch reported about this acquittal today on their website. The Swiss RtD Society EXIT Deutsche Schweiz, which closely followed the case, published about the result on their website in German.
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Review: Trainwreck (2015)
Prudence / September 2, 2015
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Inside Amy Schumer is one of those Comedy Central sketches that is a giant rabbit hole. Watching one four-minute sketch will lead you into watching about an hour more of her four-minute sketches. This show has won her an Emmy for Best Actress in a Comedy Series and Outstanding Writing for A Variety Series. It is clear that she is an excellent performer and a talented writer. But acting and writing in a sketch show is one thing, a feature film, another. Can she manage to keep things going for an hour and 24 minutes?
A little well into the movie I realize that a lot of the parts feel like sketches. Not that I mind. This is where she excels. Events are set up in such a way that the audience starts to anticipate Amy’s hilarious quips and facial reactions. Just like one of her viral-ready segments, only less scathing, and surprisingly less raunchy. And under Judd Apatow’s direction the movie is kept from being too fragmentary, you know, like bunch of sketches just thrown together. Apatow’s loose directing style works well with Schumer’s script. But the question to be asked is: What does this movie do for the romantic comedy genre?
Trainwreck (2015) pretty much covers the same beats as your standard rom-com. Amy Townsend (Amy Schumer) is a men’s magazine writer enjoying a life of promiscuity, sleeping with a revolving door of guys. “Monogamy is not realistic.”, a mantra drilled into her brain at a young age by her scoundrel father. But things starts to change when she meets and falls for the charming sports doctor, Aaron Connors (Bill Hader), who also happens to be the subject of her magazine article. Will she self-destruct and blow the relationship to smithereens even before it begins?
This is a story we have heard many times over, with characters we are simply just too familiar with, they feel like a drag. But what keeps this from becoming one of those rom-coms made straight out of the Screenplay Recycling Factory is Amy Schumer’s writing and acting. Her screenplay manages to have subtle changes to some established rom-com conventions. The gender reversal is apparent. We get the perspective of a dysfunctional female lead instead of the usual man-child. True, this is not the first of its kind to do this. There’s Obvious Child (2014) and Bridesmaids (2011). But I find them few and far in between that they are only too welcome. And while you get the usual staples of the rom-com genre: lovey-dovey montages with voice overs and sitcom-ish background music, and a grand gesture, there is a little bit of self-awareness in them. But not to the point that the movie becomes a parody. There’s winking but not too much winking.
Amy Schumer is amazing at comedy but her dramatic range is surprisingly just as good. Her performance brings with it an emotional earnestness. The grand gesture I mentioned previously reeks of potential hokeyness but Amy’s performance is so honest, that the potential hokeyness of said scene remains only thus, a potential. Same goes for Bill Hader. I know the guy has range, The Skeleton Twins (2014) is proof of that, but who knew he could pull off being such an adorable leading man?
So yeah, Trainwreck is hardly revolutionary. But I think it is one of the good apples in what has become a rotten rom-com barrel plainly because the movie is just well written and well executed. It has great acting, two leads with chemistry and charisma, funny gags and quips. Did it make me laugh? Yes. Did it make me feel all warm and fuzzy? Yes. Did I cry? Yes. (Seriously, I did. I watched the ending twice.) Movies like Trainwreck tells us that the rom-com genre is far from being dead.
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Luo Xun easily saw the crowd surrounding several people, a few dressed in a mix if cowboy and hip-hop in the group.
One of the faces demanded, “Do you have it or not? No, then scram. We’re waiting for someone to come and exchange nuclei!”
Selling crystal nuclei?
Luo Xun froze, then hurried forward to look at the small plank. Three pieces with different color, evidently these were higher than the level two crystal nuclei from the zombies they had killed.
Of these, two were gray-black with a peculiar sheen. The other was obviously a level two earth crystal nucleus. Luo Xun’s heart raced, he had never seen any gray nucleus with a mysterious luster. It was unlike the speed and power nuclei, they cores were black but emitting cyan and brownish red light.
“What kind of nuclei do you want to exchange?”
Although it was certain that the two cores were the metal nuclei Yan Fei wanted, if not it would be of no use to Yan Fei. But what if it was?
Seeing that someone had asked, they sellers looked at Luo Xun. Asking about the kind of nucleus proved that he could at least observe that these were level two nuclei.
One answered. “Thunder, power.”
Luo Xun thought for a moment before turning around and leaving.
“What’s the situation?” Yan Fei casually asked with a hand against the door when Luo Xun returned.
“There are people exchanging level two crystal nuclei for thunder and strength nuclei.” Luo Xun whispered. “I’m not sure but you might be able to use two of them.”
No one knew what the metal nucleus looked like, but it terms of appearance, the two pieces really seemed metallic.
Yan Fei raised an eyebrow. “You stay near the car, I’ll go check.” He went through the crowd.
Luo Xun opened the door and sat inside the car with his crossbow held in his hands. It was not long before the crowd made noise and gave way, revealing Yan Fei’s return.
“Well?” Luo Xun asked as the other was driving.
Yan Fei nodded. “Yeah, it’s metal.” He replied after a short drive.
Luo Xun’s eyes lit up and he smiled. “Just looked at it or absorbed?”
Yan Fei slightly shook his head. “I can feel that it is a metal nucleus, but it’s better to go back before absorbing.”
“What kind of nucleus did you use?” Luo Xun was not quite sure why he said that but he expressed his unconditional support.
“One lightning and strength type for their three nuclei.” Yan Fei revealed the three nuclei from his pocket.
“Three pieces?!” Luo Xun looked at Yan Fei in shock. “You used two to exchange for three pieces?!” How did those people even agree?
Yan Fei made a helpless gesture with an innocent expression. “I said I did not know which of the two cores I wanted, so they made it buy one get one free.”
The scarcity of metal ability users had reached a certain level and only a few knew Yan Fei in the barracks. There were a few people in the base but it would be hard to find them.
Plus, what had Yan Fei been doing before the apocalypse? He was the boss of his own company and very good at negotiations. If he had not been certain that those two nuclei were the ones he wanted, he would have waited a few days to get a lower price.
Luo Xun stifled a laugh. “You already knew which two nuclei that you needed?”
Yan Fei nodded towards the three nuclei. “The two nuclei had a different level. Do not need contact to feel similar properties, as long as one is close enough to feel it.”
Luo Xun breathed but could not help but laugh. “Great, after we get back you can try the two nuclei and see what is different.”
Back at home Yan Fei did not immediately use the two crystal nuclei. He removed the rest of the metal from the car and brought it up to the 16th floor. He began to create several shelves and pieces of furniture.
Luo Xun made sure the windows were covered with privacy film to avoid people looking inside.
By the time Luo Xun had pasted the film on the glass, Yan Fei had mostly finished the iron shelves and furniture. The two people began to hang curtains – Luo Xun had specially customized the thick curtains before the apocalypse. Originally meant as a standby replacement, did not think he would end up using it now.
What to do about later replacements? Remember when the end of the world started and the Otaku team went to the shopping mall? They got a large of sock of cloth, which was enough for them to make a few more sturdy curtains.
Hung up the curtains, checked all the windows after the two people had confirmed the necessary shelves, pots, boxes and so on were placed. Only the new crops to cultivate were left. Puppy wa satisfied after exploring the room and returned back to 1604.
After a simple dinner, Luo Xun washed the table and went to the living room. He saw Yan Fei sitting on the sofa with the metal nuclei between his fingers.
“Want to absorb it?” Luo Xun asked curiously while looking at the nuclei on the table.
He did not know why Yan Fei waited until now. Zhang Yi had immediately absorbed the level two nucleus, but it was a pity that he said there was no sense of escalation. It was different with Xu Mei and Song Lingling, they said them seemed temporarily unable to absorb.
Yan Fei tilted his head at Luo Xun in thought. “I feel…there seems to be something.”
“Ehh?” Luo Xun looked at him in confusion.
“It’s a feeling. I think if you want to achieve the best results, it is better to absorb some of the first level crystal nuclei before.” Yan Fei wryly smiled at the level two nuclei. “Their energy is not enough.”
Luo Xun pondered, his eyes suddenly lit up. “Your ability seemed stronger than the others from the start, perhaps the initial level was higher than theirs…How much more do you think it will take? If it’s not enough, we’ll find a way to get more.”
Yan Fei did not lie or evade as he responded. “At least 600 more first level nuclei.”
He got at least 20 or 30 cores a day from making metal utensils for the army. By that count, it would take at least 20 days to gather the amount. But the sooner Yan Fei could improve his ability the better not to mention the 400 they had collected the last time they went out.
“Should we sell vegetables?” Luo Xun referred to the balcony full of produce.
He could now harvest a variety of green leafy vegetables with short growth cycles such as lettuce, leek and so on. In addition bean sprouts and other things had grown, they had placed those next door yesterday.
Yan Fei frowned. “Sell vegetables…But what about the price? Could you sell it all in one day?”
The vegetables at home were more than enough for two people and the dog that had developed an appetite for the crops. It was no problem to take them out to sell. Could they sell these vegetables now? Could they sell them in a short time? What price was appropriate?
Luo Xun’s expression also shifted. He had sold food in his last life…no he grew vegetables to buy food for a living! But because he had cultivated a high quality species, he had signed a long term contract with someone from the logistics department and just handed the crops over.
Now that he thought about it, the first time he had wanted to sell his own vegetables he had to carefully carry them and place them in a stall. In the evening he had to deal with already wilted vegetables, if the appearance was okay it could stay for the next day’s sales.
To be honest, in the apocalypse, if there were no high quality species or way to ensure that the crops tasted like normal, there was only enough to live off of.
What was the base population? How many people would think of growing vegetables for a living? Apart from the people who had the strength and ability to go out, it was nice if people had food and clothing.
In a few bases, it was easy to compare the daily lives of people. Teams with ability users were the most comfortable, military workers had the most stable, people with homes that had a large number of solar panels was the most leisurely. As for vegetables…most were just for subsistence.
In addition, there were people on base who stole for a living or sold their bodies. The vast majority of people selling vegetables were only better off than those people.
Of course, it was not possible for everyone to grow vegetables. After all, there was another kind of person in the world – plant killers, people with black thumbs. Such people could only support their livelihood with other sources.
Plus, it was frightening that a plant that looked odd could mutate! After countless mutations that killed their owners, the number of people willing to grow vegetables was also shrinking. The vast majority of people growing home vegetables was just for their own consumption in order save some expenses. Luo Xun was the only one who delved into selling high quality vegetables.
Luo Xun frowned and tapped his chin while musing. “If there was a team in need of long term source of vegetables…”
Yan Fei raised an eyebrow as he suddenly thought of a possibility. “Barracks?”
“Eh?” Luo Xun looked in confusion which turned into excitement. “Yes! Barracks!”
The barracks now lacked food. In the future they would not be able to plant as much but the base might be willing to purchase small batches of fresh vegetables in the long term. Although they now had no way of telling how much to sell, but that would be figured out.
Maybe they could sell at a higher price elsewhere, but who would make sure that the harvested vegetables were sold each day? One reason that the two did not want to open a stall was that they did not have the time.
From morning until three o’clock in the afternoon, they spent their time building walls. When they got home they had to deal with all kinds of things and cook dinner, Yan Fei exercised and so on. If they also set aside time to sell vegetables…Luo Xun did not want to die of exhaustion during the apocalypse.
Maybe in the future, when the base job did not need them, he would make a stall to sell vegetables. But right now, they had not time to think about that.
“I think…Lieutenant Ding told us to inform him if we managed to cultivate anything…maybe he can help with this.” Luo Xun thought for a while and temporarily ruled out Captain Guo in charge of wall construction.
Guo was very good, but they should not trouble him with these small things. The two would first go ask lieutenant Ding about the situation.
Yan Fei also agreed, he remembered Captain Guo having problems with the logistics department due to his big stomach…Well it was a good thing to ask other who people who were better situated.
The two men decided to go to the police pavillion in the morning to find Lieutenant Ding.
Luo Xun went to the cabinet to grab the two mobile phones inside, almost forgot to insert the phone card.
Both phones were fully charged before being turned off, ready to be used when the phone was open. The two saw the familiar symbol that meant there was a signal and could not help but sigh.
“I can use it now…”
After checking the signal, the two entered each other’s new phone numbers. With this they would be able to contact each other. In accordance with the automatic pop-up prompt installed in He Qiankun’s app, they both received their first message.
This was the base’s official mass text message. The base would regularly release messages with similar news and promotions to all mobile phone holders.
Also because the first batch went to the military, some internal military news would be sent to them as well.
Today was news about the promotion of solar panels, there were considerable barriers for some energy sources. Water was still somewhat useable but not to consider coal or natural gas.
After a few years in the apocalypse, the military began to look into solar panels and such. Luo Xun remembered the first time he worked with the military to find solar panels. But there had been how many panels? Was it enough for the entire base?
Therefore, in the recent time period, in addition to collecting materials for the wall and other things like oil and petrol, importance was placed on solar energy facilities.
Recently, a large amount of solar equipment had been transported back to base. It would provide a lot of wealth with adequate facilities. The military encouraged leasing personal devices to solve household electricity problems. The military was prepared to stop all supplies of private electricity in the future along with the creation of public shared electric facilities.
“In other words, in the future we will be able to run the elevator in the building but the electricity will be completely stopped.” Yan Fei read the contents of the message and confirmed with Luo Xun.
Luo Xun forcefully nodded. “Right, every night the power supply cuts off around eight to ten o’clock. Having electricity for the elevator is already good. I estimate that in the future, the street lamps will not be supplied.”
Currently the street lamp power system was still running. Luo Xun knew that with the popularization of solar energy, the base had replaced the main street lights.
Unfortunately it was not long until the solar panels on the street lights went ‘missing’ so the base stopped. There was no time to recover the stolen lamps, and not mentioned this matter and the usual power had stopped – because many of the streetlights themselves had been stolen.
Even before the apocalypse, one could not ask equal quality for all people, awareness to achieve unified heights. After the end, few people were expected to observe these.
Yan Fei thought for a moment and turned to Luo Xun. “We can change some back. Internal military price seems to be decent. We can try and use our identity card to tomorrow to exchange.”
“Okay! Let’s go and ask tomorrow after work.” Luo Xun quickly nodded.
He did not have many solar panels. Wait until after the base started promoting it he would hang all these things on the outside wall! This was one of his life’s dreams, of course he would not let go of this rare opportunity!
Current solar panels were just enough for Luo Xun’s home but if the room next door was finished and he needed to use lights and other things, the panels would not be enough. Not just lack of electricity, water was the same. Everyday two sets of distillation equipment operated together to provide their own water.
But two sets of distillation equipment would not be enough if a large number of crops were planted next door. Would need to add at least a day to create the filtered water.
Luo Xun opened a notepad on the phone and wrote notes on what needed to be done tomorrow – he found himself seemingly busy again. Save crystal nuclei to upgrade Yan Fei, make solar panels to provide enough energy for next door, make distillation equipment, look for some to sell vegetables as well as going out with everyone at the end of the month to collect crystal nuclei.
Alas..it seemed that the ‘leisurely apocalyptic farming’ life he had envisioned was getting further and further away?
But in his last life, although hard and tiring, it was very consistent with this definition.
After washing and finishing recording these things, Li Tie and the others came back.
As a member of the mobile card and app development team, they were among the first to get their phone cards. Their superiors also generously gave each person a brand new cell phone. After the apocalypse, these things were left on the roadside and ignored, could have easily picked up a bunch of new, unopened ones to give people. Very convenient.
The university students held the phones and repeatedly sighed. “Alas, before the end, the latest model just came on the market. We could not even afford the previous generation. To buy this before we would have had to collectively sell a kidney, did not expect to get a brand new one…”
Luo Xun looked at their faces of melancholy and happiness, he poured a basin of cold water. “The mobile phone with big screen is okay for tasks, but very easy to break ah…”
Li Tie and friends were stunned – they had not realized that issue! Zhang Yi despaired their IQ and huffed through his nose.
“But…what? What kind of cell phone is sturdier?”
Luo Xun coughed and took out the phone the two used. “Triple protection, water, dust and shatter proof! Even if it drops while out it’s absolutely durable, most practical model after the apocalypse. You did not consider it?”
“Where did you get this?”
“Luo Xun, can we exchange with you?”
“It looks thick and ugly, but the closer you look, the better it seems…”
“Luo Xun, is this what you used before the apocalypse? Why does it look so new?”
Luo Xun took out a box from his backpack with a smile. “Before when I was going out to collect supplies I passed by a store…brought some back.”
Before the apocalypse he had gone to the store and stared. When he had a mobile phone, it would not be possible to buy a new one. He waited until the apocalypse, it was thrown into the street and no one was looking. He conveniently picked up a big box so it was no problem giving some to Li Tie and the others.
As for the rest…he was keeping them as spares.
Li Tie and the others discussed for a bit and exchanged three new phones and 30 crystal nuclei for six more durable phones. Brothers settled their accounts, not to mention they had no need for crystal nuclei at the moment, a phone was more vital.
As for the three machines left over? A few people took turns to have fun. Unfortunately most of the applications were unusable, not to mention games. He Qiankun and Wu Xin had already discussed plans to develop some games for the machine at work.
Ah, being able to program was convenient – even if they did have to creativity to develop a brand new game…could they not imitate some other games to make counterfeit products?
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12 thoughts on “Chapter 79 New Mobile Card”
fielna says:
make a zombiego, collecting zombie and lvl them up jk
Equin says:
Just Yuki says:
Seeing that someone had asked, they sellers looked at Luo Xun.
Sorry, but did you mean “the sellers”, or it’s really “they sellers”?
And how about:
Ah, being able to program was convenient – even if they did have to creativity to develop a brand new game
Isn’t the “to” in there supposed to be “the”?
Anyway thank you for the update, you’re really the stable plank in the sea storm and the sturdy pillar in the tornado. Your translation is so consistent that I want to crying blood in gratitude. Keep your hard work and thank you again…
Openlyfujoshi says:
Thank you for the update and your hard work 😀. Luo and Yan care so much about each other, always thinking wifey comes first or hubby comes first😍😍😍.
etherealrainbowcanvas says:
wob6nz says:
thank you for your hard work!
truely slow life for apocalypse time 😂
Hope Yan could absorb those nuclei and being a super metal man recently!
mirasyo says:
LOL, Yan Fei negotiation skills OP.
Kleep says:
Thanks for the chapter! I love this story but I do wish he author would mention lovey dovey moments more. Although this sweet companionship is certainly very nice.
Kaguya Magami says:
So fast! Thank you very much for the chapter!
Thank you so much for the chapter!!
CoriGray333 says:
I think it’s great how he thinks of methods to make Yan Fei stronger.
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Mexican muralist
In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Rivera y Barrientos and the second or maternal family name is Acosta y Rodríguez.
Diego Rivera, 1910
Diego María de la Concepción Juan Nepomuceno Estanislao de la Rivera y Barrientos Acosta y Rodríguez
(1886-12-08)December 8, 1886
Guanajuato City, Mexico
November 24, 1957(1957-11-24) (aged 70)
Mexico City, Mexico
San Carlos Academy
Painting, murals
Notable work
Man, Controller of the Universe, The History of Mexico, Detroit Industry Murals
Mexican muralism
Angelina Beloff (1911–1921)
Guadalupe Marín (1922–1929)
Frida Kahlo (1929–1939 and 1940–1954; her death)
Emma Hurtado (1955–1957; his death)
Diego María de la Concepción Juan Nepomuceno Estanislao de la Rivera y Barrientos Acosta y Rodríguez, known as Diego Rivera (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈdjeɣo riˈβeɾa]; December 8, 1886 – November 24, 1957), was a prominent Mexican painter. His large frescoes helped establish the mural movement in Mexican and international art.
Between 1922 and 1953, Rivera painted murals in, among other places, Mexico City, Chapingo, and Cuernavaca, Mexico; and San Francisco, Detroit, and New York City, United States. In 1931, a retrospective exhibition of his works was held at the Museum of Modern Art in New York; this was before he completed his 27-mural series known as Detroit Industry Murals.
Rivera had numerous marriages and children, including at least one natural daughter. His first child and only son died at the age of two. His fourth wife was fellow Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, with whom he had a volatile relationship that continued until her death. He was married a fifth time, to his agent.
Due to his importance in the country’s art history, the government of Mexico declared Rivera's works as "monumentos historicos".[1] As of 2018, Rivera holds the record for highest price at auction for a work by a Latin American artist. The 1931 painting The Rivals, part of the record setting Collection of Peggy Rockefeller and David Rockefeller, sold for US$9.76 million.[2]
Diego Rivera, Man Controller of the Universe
Diego Rivera: A collection of 138 works (HD)
Diego Rivera: Biography.
A brutal history told for a modern city, Diego Rivera's Sugar Cane
Diego Rivera’s Dream of a Sunday Afternoon, a Surrealist Tableau of Mexican History
1 Personal life
1.1 Marriages and families
1.2 Personal beliefs
1.3 Art education and circle
2 Career in Mexico
3 Later years
3.1 Membership in AMORC
3.2 Representation in other media
4 Gallery
4.1 Paintings
4.2 Murals
4.3 Sculptures
Diego Rivera, Maternidad, Angelina y el niño Diego (Motherhood, Angelina and the Child Diego), c. August 1916, oil on canvas, 134.5 x 88.5 cm, Museo de Arte Carrillo Gil. This work forms part of Rivera's Crystal Cubist period.
Rivera was born as one of twin boys in Guanajuato, Mexico, to María del Pilar Barrientos and Diego Rivera Acosta, a well-to-do couple.[3] His twin brother Carlos died two years after they were born.[4] They were said to have Converso ancestry (Spanish ancestors who were forced to convert from Judaism to Catholicism in the 15th and 16th centuries).[5] Rivera wrote in 1935: "My Jewishness is the dominant element in my life."[6]
Rivera began drawing at the age of three, a year after his twin brother died. When he was caught drawing on the walls of the house, his parents installed chalkboards and canvas on the walls to encourage him.
Marriages and families
After moving to Paris, Rivera met Angelina Beloff, an artist from the pre-Revolutionary Russian Empire. They married in 1911, and had a son, Diego (1916–1918), who died young. During this time, Rivera also had a relationship with painter Maria Vorobieff-Stebelska, who gave birth to a daughter named Marika Rivera in 1918 or 1919.[7][page needed]
Rivera divorced Beloff and married Guadalupe Marín as his second wife in June 1922, after having returned to Mexico. They had two daughters together: Ruth and Guadalupe.
He was still married when he met art student Frida Kahlo in Mexico. They began a passionate affair and, after he divorced Marin, Rivera married Kahlo on August 21, 1929. He was 42 and she was 22. Their mutual infidelities and his violent temper resulted in divorce in 1939, but they remarried December 8, 1940 in San Francisco, California.
A year after Kahlo's death, on July 29, 1955, Rivera married Emma Hurtado, his agent since 1946.
Personal beliefs
Rivera was an atheist. His mural Dreams of a Sunday in the Alameda depicted Ignacio Ramírez holding a sign which read, "God does not exist". This work caused a furor, but Rivera refused to remove the inscription. The painting was not shown for nine years – until Rivera agreed to remove the inscription. He stated: "To affirm 'God does not exist', I do not have to hide behind Don Ignacio Ramírez; I am an atheist and I consider religions to be a form of collective neurosis."[8]
Art education and circle
Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera in 1932, photo by: Carl Van Vechten
From the age of ten, Rivera studied art at the Academy of San Carlos in Mexico City. He was sponsored to continue study in Europe by Teodoro A. Dehesa Méndez, the governor of the State of Veracruz. After arriving in Europe in 1907, Rivera first went to Madrid, Spain to study with Eduardo Chicharro.
From there he went to Paris, France, a destination for young European and American artists and writers, who settled in inexpensive flats in Montparnasse. His circle frequented La Ruche, where his Italian friend Amedeo Modigliani painted his portrait in 1914.[9] His circle of close friends included Ilya Ehrenburg, Chaim Soutine, Modigliani and his wife Jeanne Hébuterne, Max Jacob, gallery owner Léopold Zborowski, and Moise Kisling. Rivera's former lover Marie Vorobieff-Stebelska (Marevna) honored the circle in her painting Homage to Friends from Montparnasse (1962).[10]
In those years, some prominent young painters were experimenting with an art form that would later be known as Cubism, a movement led by Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque. From 1913 to 1917, Rivera enthusiastically embraced this new art style.[11] Around 1917, inspired by Paul Cézanne's paintings, Rivera shifted toward Post-Impressionism, using simple forms and large patches of vivid colors. His paintings began to attract attention, and he was able to display them at several exhibitions.
Rivera claimed in his autobiography that while in Mexico, in 1904 he had engaged in cannibalism, particularly enjoying the taste of brains.[12][13] This claim has been considered factually suspect,[14] or elaborate lies.[15] He wrote in his autobiography: "I believe that when man evolves a civilization higher than the mechanized but still primitive one he has now, the eating of human flesh will be sanctioned. For then man will have thrown off all of his superstitions and irrational taboos."[citation needed]
In his later years Rivera lived in the United States and Mexico. He died on November 24, 1957.[16]
Career in Mexico
View of the Murals by Diego Rivera in the Palacio Nacional
Amedeo Modigliani, Portrait of Diego Rivera, 1914
In 1920, urged by Alberto J. Pani, the Mexican ambassador to France, Rivera left France and traveled through Italy studying its art, including Renaissance frescoes. After José Vasconcelos became Minister of Education, Rivera returned to Mexico in 1921 to become involved in the government sponsored Mexican mural program planned by Vasconcelos.[17] See also Mexican muralism. The program included such Mexican artists as José Clemente Orozco, David Alfaro Siqueiros, and Rufino Tamayo, and the French artist Jean Charlot. In January 1922,[18] he painted – experimentally in encaustic – his first significant mural Creation[19] in the Bolívar Auditorium of the National Preparatory School in Mexico City while guarding himself with a pistol against right-wing students.
En el Arsenal detail, 1928
In the autumn of 1922, Rivera participated in the founding of the Revolutionary Union of Technical Workers, Painters and Sculptors, and later that year he joined the Mexican Communist Party[20] (including its Central Committee). His murals, subsequently painted in fresco only, dealt with Mexican society and reflected the country's 1910 Revolution. Rivera developed his own native style based on large, simplified figures and bold colors with an Aztec influence clearly present in murals at the Secretariat of Public Education in Mexico City[21] begun in September 1922, intended to consist of one hundred and twenty-four frescoes, and finished in 1928.[18]
Recreation of Man at the Crossroads (renamed Man, Controller of the Universe), originally created in 1934 (detail)
Rivera's art work, in a fashion similar to the steles of the Maya, tells stories. The mural En el Arsenal (In the Arsenal)[22] shows on the right-hand side Tina Modotti holding an ammunition belt and facing Julio Antonio Mella, in a light hat, and Vittorio Vidali behind in a black hat. However, the En el Arsenal detail shown does not include the right-hand side described nor any of the three individuals mentioned; instead it shows the left-hand side with Frida Kahlo handing out munitions. Leon Trotsky lived with Rivera and Kahlo for several months while exiled in Mexico.[23] Some of Rivera's most famous murals are featured at the National School of Agriculture (Chapingo Autonomous University of Agriculture) at Chapingo near Texcoco (1925–27), in the Cortés Palace in Cuernavaca (1929–30), and the National Palace in Mexico City (1929–30, 1935).[24][25][26]
Rivera painted murals in the main hall and corridor at the Chapingo Autonomous University of Agriculture (UACh). He also painted a fresco mural titled Tierra Fecundada (Fertile Land in English) in the university's chapel between 1923 and 1927. Fertile Land depicts the revolutionary struggles of Mexico's peasant (farmers) and working classes (industry) in part through the depiction of hammer and sickle joined by a star in the soffit of the chapel. In the mural, a "propagandist" points to another hammer and sickle. The mural features a woman with an ear of corn in each hand, which art critic Antonio Rodriguez describes as evocative of the Aztec goddess of maize in his book Canto a la Tierra: Los murales de Diego Rivera en la Capilla de Chapingo.
The corpses of revolutionary heroes Emiliano Zapata and Otilio Montano are shown in graves, their bodies fertilizing the maize field above. A sunflower in the center of the scene "glorifies those who died for an ideal and are reborn, transfigured, into the fertile cornfield of the nation," writes Rodrigues. The mural also depicts Rivera's wife Guadalupe Marin as a fertile nude goddess and their daughter Guadalupe Rivera y Marin as a cherub.[27]
The mural was slightly damaged in an earthquake, but has since been repaired and touched up, remaining in pristine form.[28]
Portrait of Diego Rivera, March 19, 1932. Photo by Carl Van Vechten
Detroit Industry, North Wall, 1932–33. Detroit Institute of Arts
Detroit Industry, South Wall, 1932–33. Detroit Institute of Arts
The Tomb of Diego Rivera in The Rotunda of Illustrious Persons inside the Panteón de Dolores
In the autumn of 1927, Rivera went to Moscow, Soviet Union, having accepted a government invitation to take part in the celebration of the 10th anniversary of the October Revolution. The following year, while still in the Soviet Union, he met American Alfred H. Barr, Jr., who would soon become Rivera's friend and patron. Barr was the founding director of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.[29]
Although commissioned to paint a mural for the Red Army Club in Moscow, in 1928 Rivera was ordered by authorities to leave the country because of alleged involvement in anti-Soviet politics, so he returned to Mexico.
In 1929, following the assassination of former president Álvaro Obregón the previous year, the government suppressed the Mexican Communist Party. That year Rivera was expelled from the party because of his suspected Trotskyite sympathies. In addition, observers noted that his 1928 mural In the Arsenal includes the figures of communists Tina Modotti, Cuban Julio Antonio Mella, and Italian Vittorio Vidali. After Mella was murdered in January 1929, allegedly by Stalinist assassin Vidali, Rivera was accused of having had advance knowledge of a planned attack.
After divorcing his third wife, Guadalupe (Lupe) Marin, Rivera married the much younger Frida Kahlo in August 1929. They had met when she was a student, and she was 22 years old when they married; Rivera was 42.
Also in 1929, American journalist Ernestine Evans's book The Frescoes of Diego Rivera, was published in New York City; it was the first English-language book on the artist. In December, Rivera accepted a commission from the American Ambassador to Mexico to paint murals in the Palace of Cortés in Cuernavaca, where the US had a consulate.[30]
In September 1930, Rivera accepted a commission by architect Timothy L. Pfluegerfor two works related to his design projects in San Francisco. Rivera and Kahlo went to the city in November. Rivera painted a mural for the City Club of the San Francisco Stock Exchange for US$2,500.[31] He also completed a fresco for the California School of Fine Art, a work that was later relocated to what is now the Diego Rivera Gallery at the San Francisco Art Institute.[30]
Diego Rivera accompanies the director Rudolf Engel of Ostberlin and Otto Nagel the Vice President of the academy Berlin Ostbahnhof, March 21, 1921.
During this period, Rivera and Kahlo worked and lived at the studio of Ralph Stackpole, who had recommended Rivera to Pflueger. Rivera met Helen Wills Moody, a notable American tennis player, who modeled for his City Club mural.[31]
In November 1931, the Museum of Modern Art in New York City mounted a retrospective exhibition of Rivera's work; Kahlo attended with him.[32]
Between 1932 and 1933, Rivera completed a major commission: twenty-seven fresco panels, entitled Detroit Industry, on the walls of an inner court at the Detroit Institute of Arts. Part of the cost was paid by Edsel Ford, scion of the entrepreneur.
During the McCarthyism of the 1950s, a large sign was placed in the courtyard defending the artistic merit of the murals while attacking his politics as "detestable."[29]
His mural Man at the Crossroads, originally a three-paneled work,[33] begun as a commission for John D. Rockefeller, Jr. in 1933 for the Rockefeller Center in New York City, was later removed. Because it included a portrait of Vladimir Lenin, former leader of the Soviet Union and Marxist pro-worker content, Rockefeller's son, the press, and some of the public protested. Anti-Communism ran high in some American circles, although many others in this period of the Great Depression had been drawn to the movement as offering hope to labor.
When Diego refused to remove Lenin from the painting, he was ordered to leave the US. One of Diego's assistants managed to take a few photographs of the work so Diego was able to later recreate it. American poet Archibald MacLeish wrote six "irony-laden" poems about the mural.[34] The New Yorker magazine published E. B. White's light poem, "I paint what I see: A ballad of artistic integrity", also in response to the controversy with number of sponsors taking offense to it.[35]
As a result of the negative publicity, officials in Chicago cancelled their commission for Rivera to paint a mural for the Chicago World's Fair. Rivera issued a press statement, saying that he would use the remaining money from his commission at Rockefeller Center to repaint the same mural, over and over, wherever he was asked, until the money ran out. He had been paid in full although the mural was reportedly destroyed. There have been rumors that the mural was covered over rather than removed and destroyed, but this has not been confirmed.
In December 1933, Rivera returned to Mexico. He repainted Man at the Crossroads in 1934 in the Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City, calling this version Man, Controller of the Universe.
On June 5, 1940, invited again by Pflueger, Rivera returned for the last time to the United States to paint a ten-panel mural for the Golden Gate International Exposition in San Francisco. His work Pan American Unity was completed November 29, 1940. Rivera painted in front of attendees at the Exposition, which had already opened. He received US$1,000 per month and US$1,000 for travel expenses.[31]
House of Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo (built by Juan O'Gorman in 1930)
The mural includes representations of two of Pflueger's architectural works, and portraits of Rivera's wife, Frida Kahlo, woodcarver Dudley C. Carter, and actress Paulette Goddard. She is shown holding Rivera's hand as they plant a white tree together.[31] Rivera's assistants on the mural included Thelma Johnson Streat, a pioneer African-American artist, dancer, and textile designer. The mural and its archives are now held by City College of San Francisco.[36][37]
Membership in AMORC
In 1926, Rivera became a member of AMORC, the Ancient Mystical Order Rosae Crucis, an occult organization founded by American occultist Harvey Spencer Lewis. In 1926, Rivera was among the founders of AMORC's Mexico City lodge, called Quetzalcoatl after an ancient indigenous god. He painted an image of Quetzalcoatl for the local temple.[38]
In 1954 Rivera tried to be readmitted into the Mexican Communist Party. He had been expelled in part because of his support of Trotsky, who had been exiled and assassinated years before in Mexico. Rivera was required to justify his AMORC activities. At the time, the Mexican Communist Party excluded persons involved in Freemasonry, and regarded AMORC as suspiciously similar to Freemasonry.[39] Rivera told his questioners that, by joining AMORC, he wanted to infiltrate a typical “Yankee” organization on behalf of Communism. However, he also claimed that AMORC was “essentially materialist, insofar as it only admits different states of energy and matter, and is based on ancient Egyptian occult knowledge from Amenhotep IV and Nefertiti.”[40]
Representation in other media
Diego Rivera has been portrayed in several films. He was played by Rubén Blades in Cradle Will Rock (1999), by Alfred Molina in Frida (2002), and (in a brief appearance) by José Montini in Eisenstein in Guanajuato (2015).
Barbara Kingsolver's novel, The Lacuna features Rivera, Kahlo, and Leon Trotsky as major characters.
Self-portrait with Broad-Brimmed Hat, 1907, 84.5 × 61.5 cm. Museo Dolores Olmedo
Avila Morning (The Ambles Valley), 1908, 97 × 123 cm. Museo Nacional de Arte
Street in Ávila (Ávila Landscape), 1908, 129 × 141 cm. Museo Nacional de Arte
El Picador, 1909, 177 × 113 cm. Museo Dolores Olmedo
The House on the Bridge, 1909, 147 × 121 cm. Museo Nacional de Arte
After the Storm (The Grounded Ship), 1910, 120.7 × 146.7 cm. Museo Nacional de Arte
Landscape, 1911. Frida Kahlo Museum.
Portrait of Adolfo Best Maugard, 1913, 227.5 × 161.5 cm. Museo Nacional de Arte
Adoration of the Virgin and Child, 1912–13, oil and encaustic on canvas, 150 x 120 cm, private collection
The Sun Breaking through the Mist, 1913, 83.5 × 59 cm. Museo Dolores Olmedo
The Woman at the Well, 1913, 145 × 125 cm. Museo Nacional de Arte
The Alarm Clock, 1914. Frida Kahlo Museum
Two Women (Dos Mujeres, Portrait of Angelina Beloff and Maria Dolores Bastian), 1914, 197.5 x 161.3 cm. Arkansas Arts Center
Portrait de Messieurs Kawashima et Foujita, 1914, oil and collage on canvas, 78.5 x 74 cm. Private collection
Young Man with a Fountain Pen, 1914, 79.5 × 63.5 cm. Museo Dolores Olmedo
El Rastro, 1915, 27.5 × 38.5 cm. Museo Dolores Olmedo
Portrait of Ramón Gómez de la Serna, 1915, 109.6 x 90.2 cm. Latin American Art Museum of Buenos Aires
Zapata-style Landscape, 1915, 145 × 125 cm. Museo Nacional de Arte
Portrait of Marevna, c.1915, 145.7 x 112.7 cm. Art Institute of Chicago
Seated Woman (Women with the Body of a Guitar), 1915–16. Frida Kahlo Museum
Urban Landscape, 1916. Frida Kahlo Museum
Still Life with Tulips (Naturaleza Muerta con Tulipanes), 1916, oil on canvas, 67.8 x 53.7 cm
Knife and Fruit in Front of the Window, 1917, 91.8 × 92.4 cm. Museo Dolores Olmedo
Still Life with Utensils, 1917, 71 × 54 cm. Museo Dolores Olmedo
The Mathematician, 1919, 115.5 × 80.5 cm. Museo Dolores Olmedo
Mural of exploitation of Mexico by Spanish conquistadores, Palacio Nacional, Mexico City (1929–1945)
Mural of the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan, Palacio Nacional, Mexico City
Mural of the Aztec market of Tlatelolco, Palacio Nacional, Mexico City
Mural showing Aztec production of gold, Palacio Nacional, Mexico City
Mural showing Totonaca celebrations and ceremonies, Palacio Nacional, Mexico City
Detail of Man, Controller of the Universe, fresco at Palacio de Bellas Artes showing Leon Trotsky, Friedrich Engels, and Karl Marx
Detail of Man, Controller of the Universe, fresco at Palacio de Bellas Artes showing Vladimir Lenin
Mural Sueño de una Tarde Dominical en la Alameda Central in Mexico City, featuring Rivera and Frida Kahlo standing by La Calavera Catrina
Mural at Palacio de Gobierno, Mexico City
Diego Rivera's mural The History of Mexico at the National Palace in Mexico City
Detail of The History of Mexico showing betrayed revolution at Palacio Nacional, Mexico City
Tlaloc Fountain in Cárcamo de Dolores, Mexico City (1951)
3D mural of Quetzalcóatl in the Exekatlkalli (Casa de los Vientos) in Acapulco, Guerrero (1957)
Mexico portal
Biography portal
Visual arts portal
José Clemente Orozco and David Alfaro Siqueiros, the other two members of "Los Tres Grandes"
Crystal Cubism
Anahuacalli Museum
Cárcamo de Dolores
Gabriel Bracho, Venezuelan muralist
Elaine Hamilton-O'Neal
María Izquierdo
Mexican art
^ "In love with Diego or Frida? A brief look at Mexican art regulations". Cultural Assets. November 26, 2014. Retrieved January 8, 2021.
^ Feingold, Spencer. "Diego Rivera painting becomes highest-priced Latin American art". CNN. Retrieved January 9, 2021.
^ "Diego Rivera Began Drawing As A Toddler", JRank
^ online biography Retrieved October 13, 2010
^ "On this day: Diego Rivera dies", The Jewish Chronicle. Thejc.com. Retrieved 20-09-2012
^ "Mexico: Virtual Jewish History Tour". Jewishvirtuallibrary.org. Retrieved September 20, 2012.
^ Angelina Beloff, Memorias
^ Philip Stein, Siqueiros: His Life and Works (International Publishers Co, 1994), ISBN 0-7178-0706-1, p. 176
^ "Modigliani, Amedeo - 1914 Portrait of Diego Rivera (Museo de Arte, Sao Paolo, Brazil) | Flickr - Photo Sharing!". Flickr. Retrieved December 8, 2011.
^ "M. Marevna, 'Homage to Friends from Montparnasse', 1962, A private collection, Moscow". The State Russian Museum. Archived from the original on October 11, 2007. Retrieved December 14, 2007.
^ Gale, Robert L. (February 2000). Millet, Francis Davis (1846-1912), artist and writer. American National Biography Online. Oxford University Press. doi:10.1093/anb/9780198606697.article.1700588.
^ Sleeping With the Enemy
^ An experiment in cannibalism
^ Lewis F. Petrinovich, The Cannibal Within, Transaction Publishers, 2000, ISBN 0202369501
^ Pete Hamill, Diego Rivera, Harry N. Abrams, 1999, ISBN 0810932342
^ "Diego Rivera — Biography". artinthepicture.com. Archived from the original on December 14, 2007. Retrieved December 14, 2007.
^ "Diego Rivera: Biography". Retrieved September 22, 2007.
^ a b "Diego Rivera: Chronology". Yahoo! GeoCities. Archived from the original on March 8, 2008. Retrieved September 21, 2007.
^ "Diego Rivera. Creation. / La creación. 1922-3". Olga's Gallery. Retrieved December 14, 2007. Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
^ "Diego Rivera". Fred Buch. Retrieved September 22, 2007.
^ "Diego Rivera". Olga's Gallery. Retrieved December 14, 2007. Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
^ "Diego Rivera. From the cycle: Political Vision of the Mexican People (Court of Fiestas): Insurrection aka The Distribution of Arms. / El Arsenal – Frida Kahlo repartiendoarmas". Olga's Gallery. Retrieved December 14, 2007. Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
^ Chasteen, John Charles. Born in Blood and Fire, W. W. Norton & Company, 2006, p. 225.
^ "Diego Rivera". Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved September 21, 2007.
^ "Diego Rivera". Answers.com. Retrieved September 21, 2007.
^ bluffton.edu
^ http://clas.berkeley.edu/research/art-mexico-my-father
^ eyewitness, journalist Julie Mollins, 2015.
^ a b Schjeldahl, Peter (November 28, 2011). "The Painting on the Wall". The New Yorker. Condé Nast: 84–85. Retrieved January 12, 2012.
^ a b "The Commission". San Francisco Art Institute. Archived from the original on September 9, 2006. Retrieved September 22, 2007.
^ a b c d Poletti, Therese; Paiva, Tom (2008). Art Deco San Francisco: The Architecture of Timothy Pflueger. Princeton Architectural Press. ISBN 978-1-56898-756-9.
^ Gerry Souter (2012). Kahlo. New York: Parkstone International. ISBN 9781780424385. p. 18.
^ O'Sullivan, Michael (January 23, 2014). "'Man at the Crossroads' art review". The Washington Post. ISSN 0190-8286. Retrieved April 21, 2020.
^ "Archibald MacLeish Criticism". Enotes.com. Retrieved December 8, 2011.
^ "I paint what I see". Art-talks.org. May 20, 1933. Retrieved December 8, 2011.
^ "The Diego Rivera Mural Project". City college of San Francisco. Retrieved December 14, 2007. Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
^ "Pan American Unity Mural". City College of San Francisco. Retrieved July 17, 2013.
^ Raquel Tibol, “Apareció la serpiente: Diego Rivera y los rosacruces,” Proceso 701 (April 9, 1990), pp. 50–53.
^ Tibol, “Apareció la serpiente,” p.53
^ Diego Rivera, Arte y política, México: Grijalbo, 1979, p. 354. ISBN 968-419-083-2.
Aguilar, Louis. "Detroit was muse to legendary artists Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo". The Detroit News. April 6, 2011.
Azuela, Alicia. Diego Rivera en Detroit. Mexico City: UNAM 1985.
Bloch, Lucienne. "On location with Diego Rivera." Art in America 74 (February 1986, pp. 102–23.
Craven, David. Diego Rivera as Epic Modernist. New York: G.K. Hall 1997.
Dickerman, Leah, and Anna Indych-López. Diego Rivera: Murals for the Museum of Modern Art. New York: The Museum of Modern Art 2011.
Downs, Linda. Diego Rivera: The Detroit Industry Murals. Detroit: The Detroit Institute of Arts 1999.
Evans, Robert [Joseph Freeman]. "Painting and Politics: The Case of Diego Rivera." New Masses (February 1932) 22-25.
González Mello, Renato. "Manuel Gamio, Diego Rivera and the Politics of Mexican Anthropology." RES 45 (Spring 2004) 161-85.
Lee, Anthony. Painting on the Left: Rivera, Radical Politics, and San Francisco's Public Murals. Berkeley and Los Angeles: University of California Press 1999.
Linsley, Robert. "Utopia Will Not be Televised: Rivera at Rockefeller Center." Oxford Art Journal 17, no. 2 (1994) 48-62.
Moyssén, Xavier, ed. Diego Rivera: Textos de arte. Mexico City: UNAM 1986.
Rivera, Diego. Arte y política, Raquel Tibol, ed. Mexico City Grijalbo 1979.
Rivera, Diego and Gladys March. My Life, Life: An Autobiography. New York: Dover Publications 1960.
Rodrigues, Antonio. "Canto a la tierra: Los murales de Diego Rivera en la Capilla de Chapingo." (trans. Allyson Cadwell) Texcoco: Universidad Autonoma Chapingo, 1986 (1st reprint, 2000).
Siqueiros, David Alfaro. "Rivera's Counter-Revolutionary Road." New Masses May 29, 1934.
Rochfort, Desmond. Mexican Muralists: Orozco, Rivera, Siqueiros, 2nd edition. San Francisco: Chronicle Books 1998.
Wolfe, Bertram. The Fabulous Life of Diego Rivera. New York: Stein and Day 1963.
Wolfe, Bertram and Diego Rivera. Portrait of Mexico. New York: Covici, Friede Publishers 1937.
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Creation (1931). From the Collections of the Library of Congress
Trials of the Hero-Twins (1931) From the Collections at the Library of Congress
Human Sacrifice Before Tohil (1931) From the Collections at the Library of Congress
Diego Rivera at Curlie
Diego Rivera discography at Discogs
Diego Rivera
History of Morelos, Conquest and Revolution (1929-1930)
The History of Mexico (1929-1935)
Pan American Unity (1940)
Sueño de una Tarde Dominical en la Alameda Central (1946-1947)
Detroit Industry Murals (1932-1933)
Man at the Crossroads (1933, 1934)
Zapata (1932)
Frida Kahlo Museum
Museo Dolores Olmedo
Museo Mural Diego Rivera
Frieda and Diego Rivera (1931 painting)
The Two Fridas (1939 painting)
The Love Embrace (1949 painting)
Frida Still Life (1983 film)
Frida (1991 opera)
Diego et Frida (1993 book)
Cradle Will Rock (1999 film)
Frida (2002 film)
Angelina Beloff (1st wife)
Guadalupe Marín (2nd wife)
Frida Kahlo (3rd wife)
Marie Vorobieff (conjugal partner)
Marika Rivera (daughter)
Ruth Rivera Marín (daughter)
Cristina Kahlo (model and sister-in-law)
Tina Modotti (model)
Diego Rivera Gallery
History of Morelos, Conquest and Revolution (1929-30)
Prometheus (1930)
América Tropical: Oprimida y Destrozada por los Imperialismos (1932)
Detroit Industry Murals (1932-33)
The Epic of American Civilization (1932-1934)
Man at the Crossroads (1934)
Sueño de una Tarde Dominical en la Alameda Central (1946-47)
Day and Night (1954)
Still Life (1954)
La Marcha de la Humanidad (1960s)
San Ildefonso College
David Alfaro Siqueiros
José Clemente Orozco
Alfredo Ramos Martínez
Roberto Montenegro
Federico Cantú
Fernando Leal
Rufino Tamayo
Jorge González Camarena
Desiderio Hernández Xochitiotzin
Pedro Nel Gómez
Juan O'Gorman
Pablo O'Higgins
José Chávez Morado
Jean Charlot
Ramón Alva de la Canal
Raúl Anguiano
Amado de la Cueva
Fermín Revueltas
Benito Messeguer
Vlady Kibalchich Russakov
Alfredo Zalce
Manuel Rodriguez Lozano
Jorge Figueroa Acosta
Arnold Belkin
Carlos Mérida
Leopoldo Flores
Past and present members of the Salón de la Plástica Mexicana
Gilberto Aceves Navarro
Aurea Aguilar
Ignacio Aguirre
Rodolfo Aguirre Tinoco
Lourdes Alaniz
Ernesto Alcántara
Rosa María Alfonseca
Ernesto Álvarez Cortés
Jesús Álvarez Amaya
Lola Álvarez Bravo
Manuel Álvarez Bravo
Colette Álvarez Urbajtel
Jorge Alzaga
Pablo Amor
Anibal Angulo
Chappie Angulo
Luis Y. Aragón
Gustavo Arias Murueta
Gabriela Arévalo
Javier Arévalo
Rolando Arjona
Luis Arenal
Gerardo Murillo ("Dr. Atl")
Abelardo Ávila
Oscar Ávila Soberanes
Alfonso Ayala
Héctor Ayala
Ignacio Asúnsolo
Octavio Bajonero
Santos Balmori
Pedro Banda
Silvia Barbescu
Osvaldo Barra Cunningham
Sofía Bassi
Feliciano Béjar
Valerio Bello
Angelina Beloff
Alberto Beltrán
Félix Beltrán
Roberto Berdecio
Ignacio M. Beteta
Helen Bickham
Ángel Bracho
Adrian Brun
Ángel Boliver
Enrique Bostelmann
Bruno Pablo Bresani
Alejandro Caballero
Rocío Caballero
Geles Cabrera
Yolanda Cabrera
Celia Calderón
Gloria Calero Sierra
Susana Campos
Alfonso Campos Quiroz
Federico Canessi
Gerardo Cantú
Francisco Cárdenas Martínez
Alfredo Cardona Chacón
Angélica Carrasco
Julio Carrasco Bretón
Leonora Carrington
Jorja Carreño
Beatriz Caso
Pilar Castañeda
Isidro Eduardo Castellanos Paredes
Rosa Castillo
Fidencio Castillo
Carmen Castilleja
Guillermo Castrejón
Antonio Castro López
Fernando Castro Pacheco
Vita Castro
Elizabeth Catlett
Alberto Cavazos
Guillermo Ceniceros
Pedro Cervantes
Enrique Climent
Arnaldo Coen
Vladimir Cora
Flaviano Coral
Pedro Coronel
Álvaro Cortés
Erasto Cortés Juárez
Francisco Corzas
Olga Costa
Hugo Covantes
Christa Cowrie
José Víctor Crowley
Héctor Cruz
Marco Antonio Cruz
Dolores Cueto
Germán Cueto
Alejandro Chacón Pineda
Blanca Charolet
Carlos Antonio Chávez
Tomas Chávez Morado
Maria Eugenia Chellet
Julio Chico
Chungtar Chong López
Azteca de Gyves
Myriam de la Riva
Alberto de la Vega
Gonzalo de la Paz Pérez
Javier del Cueto
Antonio Díaz Cortés
Francisco Díaz de León
María Elena Delgado
Olga Dondé
Roberto Donis
Francisco Dosamantes
Guillermina Dulché
Armando Eguiza
Evangelina Elizondo
Laura Elenes
Augusto Escobedo
Jesús Escobedo
Arturo Estrada
Manuel Echauri
Enrique Echeverría
Alfredo Falfán Vivanco
Gabriel Fernández Ledesma
Javier Fernández Helguera
Luis Filcer
Pedro Friedeberg
Manuel Fuentes Estrada
Dina Frumin
Guillermo Gadda
Byron Galvez
Mario Gallardo
José Gama González
Vicente Gandía
José Julio Gaona
Andrés Garay
María García
Arturo García Bustos
Arturo García Campos
Héctor García Cobo
Carlos García Estrada
José García Narezo
José de Jesús García Gil
Adalberto García Ordaz
Luis García Robledo
Antonio García Vega
Mauricio García Vega
Elva Garma
Andrea Gómez
Mauro Gómez
Esther González Gómez
Melquiades González
Silvia H. González
Gregorio González
Consuelo González Salazar
Ignacio Granados
Irma Grizá
Alfredo Guati Rojo
Arturo Guerrero
Jesús Guerrero Galván
Lorenzo Guerrero
Xavier Guerrero
Ángela Gurría
Luis Gutiérrez
Jesús Gutiérrez Martínez
Olivia Guzmán
José Hernández Delgadillo
Miguel Hernández Urbán
Cuauhtémoc Hernández Landa
Víctor Manuel Hernández Castillo
Manuel Herrera Cartalla
Elena Huerta Muzquiz
Rodolfo Hurtado
Francisco Icaza
Xavier Iñiguez
Tania Janco
Carlos Jaurena
Abel Jiménez
Sarah Jiménez
Alberto Jiménez Quinto
Heriberto Juárez
Juan Carlos Juárez Arreola
Carlos Jurado
Jazzamoart
Frida Kahlo
James Key
Macrina Krauss
Pablo Kubli
María Lagunes
Carlos Lamothe Silva
Carmen Lang Merino
Marisa Lara
Gerardo Lartigue
Paulina Lavista
Agustín Lazo
Rina Lazo
Paula Lazos
Miguel Ledezma Campos
Alfredo León Gil
Rosa Lie Johansson
Armando López Becerra
Julia López
Nacho López
Amador Lugo
Catherine Mac Deville
Leonel Maciel
Maridel Macluf
Elsa Madrigal
Francisco Magallán
Tosia Malamud
Salvador Manzano
Maria Luisa Martin
Arturo Márquez
Ofelia Márquez Huitzil
Mary Martín
Héctor Martínez Arteche
Gustavo Martínez Bermúdez
Magdalena Martínez Franco
Pedro Martínez Osorio
Ricardo Martínez de Hoyos
Ángel Mateos Benavides
Daniel Manrique
Rafael Mazón
John Mc.Ghee
Jody Mc.Grath
Arturo Mecalco
Ramiro Medina
Jaime Mejía
Patricia Mejía Contreras
Deyanira África Melo
Eliana Menassé
Olga Méndez
Leopoldo Méndez
Antonio Mendoza
Oscar Merino
Rafael Merino
Adolfo Mexiac
Guillermo Meza
Alfonso Michel
Flor Minor
Raúl Monje Poo
José Monjaraz
Gustavo Montoya
Francisco Mora
Vicente Jesús Montes
Aliria Morales
Virginia Morales
Francisco Moreno Capdevila
Nicolás Moreno
Carlos Nakatani
Rogelio Naranjo
Eduardo Nasta Luna
Antonio Nava
Nefero
Ignacio Nieves Beltrán
Leonardo Nierman
Claudia Nierman
Rodolfo Nieto
Luis Nishizawa
Isidoro Ocampo
Froylan Ojeda
Carlos Olachea
Armando Ortega
Ignacio Ortiz
Trinidad Osorio
Carlos Orozco Romero
Mario Orozco Rivera
Luis Ortiz Monasterio
Javier Oteiza
Fernando Pacheco
Javier Padilla
Sandra Pani
Uriel Parker
Mariano Paredes
Tomás Parra
Héctor Pérez Cruz
Antonio Peláez
Aida Petit-Jean
Feliciano Peña
Ángel Pichardo
Luz María Pizá Núñez
Salvador Pizarro
Enrique Pontones
Pedro Preux
Antonio Pujol
Alejandro Quijano
Yolanda Quijano
Francisco Quintanar
Adolfo Quinteros
Fanny Rabel
Alice Rahon
Abel Ramírez Águilar
Antonio Ramírez
Everardo Ramírez
Noemí Ramírez
Jorge Germán Ramírez Nieto
Mario Rendón Lozano
María Luisa Reid
Walter Reuter
Maria Antonieta Reyes
Jesús Reyes Ferreira
Mario Reyes
José Reyes Meza
Antonio Reynoso
Elvia Rivero Chavero
Gilberto Rodríguez
Antonio Rodríguez de la Serna
Antonio Rodríguez Luna
Manuel Rodríguez Lozano
Ignacio Rodríguez
José Julio Rodríguez
Oscar Rodríguez
Tránsito Rojas Santamarina
Rosa Rolanda
Mario Romero González
José Luis Rueda Leal
José L. Ruíz
Antonio Ruiz El Corcito
Froylan Ruiz
Juan Manuel Salazar
Cecilia Sanchez Duarte
Sergio Sánchez Ramos
Herlinda Sánchez Laurel
Alfredo Serrano Lara
Victor Scareño
Naomi Siegmann
Sikuame
Adriano Silva
Adriano Silva Pantoja
Waldemar Sjölander
Luz Maria Solloa Junco
Elena Somonte
Juan Soriano
Hermenegildo Sosa
Rosendo Soto
Valetta Swann
Eduardo Talledos Sánchez
Leticia Tarragó
José Guillermo Téllez Brun
Silvia Tinoco
Luis Toledo
Elena Tolmac's
Maria Teresa Toral
Ángeles Torrejón
Gerardo Torres
Jorge Tovar
Guillermo Toussaint
Paulina Trejo
Lucinda Urrusti
Cordelia Urueta
Luis Valsoto
Sergio Valadez Estrada
Ángel Vallarta
Nancy Van Overveldt
Aniceto Vargas
Zalathiel Vargas
Octavio Vázquez
Reynaldo Velázquez
Gabriel Vergara
Fernando Vilchis
Alfonso Villanueva
Luis Vizuet
Barry Wolfrid
Héctor Xavier
Mariana Yampolsky
Moisés Zabludovsky
Ángel Zamarripa
Beatriz Zamora
Álvaro Zardoni
Gerardo Zarr
Nahum B. Zenil
Francisco Zúñiga
José Zúñiga
Celso Zubire
Frieda and Diego Rivera (1931)
Memory, the Heart (1937)
The Frame (1938)
Self-Portrait with Monkey (1938)
The Suicide of Dorothy Hale (1938)
What the Water Gave Me (1938)
The Two Fridas (1939)
Two Nudes in a Forest (1939)
Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird (1940)
The Wounded Table (1940)
The Broken Column (1944)
The Wounded Deer (1946)
The Love Embrace of the Universe, the Earth (Mexico), Myself, Diego, and Señor Xolotl (1949)
Works about Kahlo
Frida Still Life (1983 film)
Frida: A Biography of Frida Kahlo (1983)
Frida (1991 opera)
Diego et Frida (1993 biography)
Frida (2002 film)
Other depictions
The History of Mexico (1935 mural)
Pan American Unity (1940 mural)
Dream of a Sunday Afternoon in the Alameda Central (1947 mural)
Cradle Will Rock (1999 film)
Frida Kahlo Home and Museum
Diego Rivera (husband)
Cristina Kahlo (sister)
Guillermo Kahlo (father)
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Chris & Sarah Webb
Running on the wild side: At the finish line
A final update from Chris and Sarah Webb who boldly ran the London Marathon on April 21st and fundraised £2,100 for Action for Conservation along the way. We'd like say a huge thank you to Chris and Sarah for choosing to run the marathon on behalf of AFC and doing such a fantastic job fundraising for our charity. The timing of the marathon coinciding with the selection process for our 2018 summer camps, which will be supported by the funds that Chris and Sarah raised. You can still donate to Chris and Sarah's journey via the link at the bottom of the page.
Chris and Sarah at the start of the 2018 London Marathon finish line.
We did it! Although only just!
In what turned out to be the warmest London Marathon ever, we were delighted to run across the finish line almost 6 hours after we started. It was an eventful day that started well, with blue skies and a cool breeze as we gathered at Blackheath at 9 am along with around 42,000 others who had trained over a bitterly cold and miserable UK winter.
The first 4-5 miles were fantastic. The legs felt good, the support along the route was unbelievable and our extra-large helping of porridge that morning was keeping us going.
However, it wasn’t long after this that, like many around us, we started to overheat as the temperature rose. We doused ourselves with water and made sure we drank plenty and notched down our pace a bit as well. Running past the Cutty Shark and then over Tower Bridge gave us a real boost, by now we had made it halfway. Celebrating our achievement with a quick toilet break seemed to start our problems. The heat was getting much worse now and one of us was suffering from asthma, all triggered by the unusual heat (we hadn't experienced these problems once throughout 6 months of training!). By mile 18 we were in the St. John Ambulance tent getting our oxygen levels and lungs tested. The doctor assured us that no permanent damage was being done and encouraged us to keep going but only as far and fast as felt comfortable (or at least as comfortable as any marathon can be).
By this point, we knew that it wasn’t about how quick we finished so we started again to relax and enjoy the ride. We stopped to chat with our family at a couple of points along the way, hi-five children who were lining the route and take some of the kindly offered sweets and ice-pops from other spectators.
Sarah and Chris at the finish line of the marathon.
A combination of walking and running for the last 6 or so miles meant that we could jog together over the iconic finish line on the Mall. We were elated but exhausted.
Looking back, despite the asthma-inducing heat and exhaustion along the way, it was one of the most incredible days of our lives. The atmosphere and encouragement were unbelievable at every single mile - it was like running through a 26.2 mile party in London!
However, what really kept us going was knowing how many people had supported us and Action for Conservation with their generosity. We weren’t just running this for ourselves but for all of them, and we weren’t going to let them down. So, a HUGE thanks to all of you, as we couldn’t have done it without you.
Don’t worry if you haven’t got around to it yet, you can still support us by visiting our fundraising page here. All proceeds support Action for Conservation's conservation camps for 12-16 year olds in Pembrokeshire, Wales this summer.
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Wireless Pi
Signal Processing for Software Defined Radio (SDR)
I/Q Signals 101: Neither Complex Nor Complicated
There was a recent discussion on GNU Radio mailing list in regards to the simplest possible intuition behind I/Q signals. Why is I/Q sampling required?
Question: The original question from Kristoff went like this: “… when you mention `GNU Radio complex numbers’, you also have to mention I/Q signals, which is a topic that is very difficult to explain in 10 seconds to an audience who has never seen anything about I/Q sampling before.”
Comment: According to Jeff Long: “This is a great thing to try to figure out. If we can come up with an answer that gives someone a feel for why I/Q is used in SDR in 10 minutes, and does not include
phasors,
exponentials to a complex power,
a derivation of any equation,
the concept of orthogonality,
etc., … it will win a Nobel prize in education.”
This comment basically gives us a reasonably comprehensive list of traps to avoid to qualify for a good I/Q signals tutorial. Below, I attempt to explain this concept through one simple route, with an understanding that there are many other (better and more accurate) angles to view the same concept. Some remarks are in order here.
There is no assumption of reader’s knowledge about introductory digital communications in this article. Therefore, I hope that SDR beginners will find these concepts easier to understand.
Depending on your level of expertise, you can easily skip the sections you already know about.
While the concept of I/Q signals applies to both a transmitter and a receiver, it is easier to understand it from a receiver perspective.
I/Q signals are also called quadrature signals. We will shortly find out why.
Let us start with an introduction to an Electromagnetic (EM) wave.
An Electromagnetic Wave
Imagine a long straight wire with an AC source at its center shown in Figure 1. The source forces an acceleration and deceleration of charges in the forward and reverse directions. Since charges radiate whenever accelerated, the wire acts an antenna in which
an electric field is produced due to the charge distribution, and
a magnetic field is produced due to the varying current in the antenna.
The resulting Electromagnetic (EM) wave exhibits a sinusoidal form because the charges periodically travel back and forth to the ends of the wire. This wave propagates away from the source close to the speed of light in a direction perpendicular to both the electric and magnetic fields. A wireless signal is born.
Figure 1: An electromagnetic wave is generated through acceleration of charged particles in a conductor in which the direction of propagation is perpendicular to both the electric and magnetic fields away from the source
A reverse process occurs on the receive side. The impinging EM wave influences the electrons in the antenna through its electric and magnetic fields. The acceleration and deceleration of these electrons under the influence of these fields creates a tiny electrical signal. This signal can be amplified and processed in any desirable manner.
More than 100 years ago, someone (there are some contestants to Marconi for this claim) figured out that a propagating electromagnetic wave can act as an information carrier to far away places without any physical connection, a revolutionary idea for the time. Then, some backed it up with actual demonstrations of wireless signal propagation, changing the world we live in forever. While the initial wireless transmission was based on analog communication, we skip that part and focus on digital modulation because it is both easy and relevant to understand.
For an unmodulated EM wave, the generated sinusoidal signal is given by
\begin{equation*}
s(t) = A\cdot \cos \left(2\pi Ft + \phi\right)
\end{equation*}
There are three different parameters that can be altered to transmit information.
Amplitude $A$
Frequency $F$
Phase $\phi$
Such a cosine wave with amplitude $A=1$, frequency $F=1$ and phase $\phi=0$ is shown at the top left in Figure 2. Also indicated here are the respective phases through the duration of one full cycle. These angles come from the following relations.
\cos 0^{\circ} \quad&= \quad 1 \nonumber\\
\cos 90^{\circ} \quad&=\quad 0 \nonumber\\
\cos 180^{\circ}\quad &=\quad -1 \label{equation-sinusoid}\\
\cos 270^{\circ} \quad&=\quad 0 \nonumber\\
\cos 360^{\circ}\quad &=\quad 1 \nonumber
where the angle $270^\circ$ is the same as $-90^\circ$. Also drawn in this figure are the cosine waves starting with a particular phase.
Notice that the phase of a sinusoidal wave just indicates the start time of that signal. While this is not necessary to understand this tutorial, ask me this question in the comments below if you are wondering about the reason and I will reply with an explanation.
If the bottom right figure resembles a sine wave, this is because
\cos \left(2\pi Ft + 270^\circ\right) = \cos \left(2\pi Ft – 90^\circ\right) = \sin \left(2\pi Ft\right)
Figure 2: A cosine wave with different phases
To comprehend I/Q signals, is it helpful if we start with the three basic digital modulation schemes.
Frequency Shift Keying (FSK)
The simplest modulation scheme is Frequency Shift Keying (FSK) for which we discuss the binary case first. Also as far the general demodulation process is concerned, the reader should note that there are several different techniques for extracting the bits from the analog signal but I will only describe the simplest of algorithms in the spirit of this article.
FSK Modulation
In binary FSK, one frequency, say $F_0$, is transmitted for a logic 0 and another frequency, say $F_1$, is sent for a logic 1. An example BFSK waveform is drawn in Figure 3 for a bit stream given by
1 ~~0~~1~~1~~0~~0
For each bit duration $m$ (I also call it a `signaling interval’ due to having a possibility of sending multiple bits on one waveform, as we will shortly find out), the modulated cosine waveform is written as
\begin{equation}\label{equation-fsk}
s(t) = A\cdot \cos \left(2\pi F_mt + \phi\right)
where $F_m$ is either $F_0$ or $F_1$ depending on the data bit. We represent the phase here as a constant term $\phi$ but the actual waveform is slightly more complicated because the phase transitions at the boundaries of bit transitions are — in general — discontinuous. Ham radio operators usually call the signal representing the logic 1 as mark frequency and that representing logic 0 as space frequency.
Figure 3: A Frequency Shift Keying (FSK) waveform with a lower frequency representing a 0 and a higher frequency representing a 1
FSK Demodulation
In practice, an FSK signal can be demodulated through several methods such as correlators or matched filtering, a Phase Locked Loop (PLL), bandpass filters, limiter discriminator, and so on. These methods can be broadly categorized as coherent versus non-coherent demodulation techniques. A coherent technique implies that a carrier waveform is available at the Rx that is phase and frequency aligned with the Tx waveform. On the other hand, a non-coherent technique ignores this phase difference between the devices and relies on alternative methods (e.g., envelop detection) for bit decisions. I will only consider a simple coherent technique here which is not only optimal in terms of bit error probability but you will also find it quite sensible when you think about it later.
An FSK waveform was described earlier as
During each bit (or signaling) interval $m$, we receive a waveform with frequency $F_m$ that is a representation of the underlying bits. Consider a receiver synchronized with the transmitter in terms of carrier phase, carrier frequency and bit timing. The optimum implementation is a coherent demodulation scheme in which the Rx simply correlates two candidate carrier waves with the incoming waveform. By definition, correlation is a measure of similarity between two signals. In our everyday life too, we recognize something by correlating it with a stored image in our heads. As an example, in the The Hound of the Baskervilles, Sherlock Holmes accurately described Dr James Mortimer’s dog through correlating some observations with templates in his mind:
"… and the marks of his teeth are very plainly visible. The dog’s jaw, as shown in the space between these marks, is too broad in my opinion for a terrier and not broad enough for a mastiff. It may have been — yes, by Jove, it is a curly-haired spaniel."
In the context of demodulating an FSK signal, correlation means that we multiply two candidate carrier waves in parallel at the Rx with the incoming waveform to check which one it resembles the most. One of these waves is $2\cos (2\pi F_0 t+\phi)$ while the other is $2\cos (2\pi F_1 t+\phi)$. This is shown in the block diagram of Figure 4.
The amplitude factor $2$ in these local carriers is included to compensate for the loss of half the amplitude as a result of multiplication, as we shortly see from the following identity.
\cos ^2 \theta = \frac{1}{2}+\frac{1}{2}\cos 2\theta
The averaging operation filters out high frequency terms in the output since averaging is a lowpass operation (e.g., averaging one full cycle of a sinusoid gives a zero output).
This whole process is similar to spotting an approaching dog and correlating its features with images of a spaniel and a mastiff in our minds.
Figure 4: FSK demodulator block diagram
To quickly see why this procedure generates the correct output, consider the resulting waveforms drawn in Figure 5 corresponding to the block diagram of Figure 4. The multiplication operation by the same carrier generates two components, one at DC and the other at double the frequency. Suppose that the incoming waveform has a frequency $F_1$ corresponding to bit 1 in the first interval which is a multiple of $F_0$.
In the upper arm, the product of cross-terms is a sum of two cosine waves, one at the difference frequency while the other at the sum frequency.
\underbrace{A\cdot \cos \left(2\pi F_1t +\phi\right)}_{\text{Incoming waveform}} \cdot \underbrace{2\cos\left( 2\pi F_0t +\phi\right)}_{\text{Generated at Rx}}= A\cdot \cos \left\{ 2\pi (F_1-F_0) t \right\}+\underbrace{A\cdot \cos \left\{ 2\pi (F_1+F_0) t + 2\phi\right\}}_{\text{Filtered out}} \approx 0
where we have used the identity $2\cos\alpha \cos \beta$ $=$ $\cos (\alpha-\beta)$ $+$ $\cos(\alpha+\beta)$. After the averaging or filtering operation, a very small signal component remains (under ideal conditions) because sum of samples of a sinusoid in one period is zero. This zero value is shown at the top right of Figure 5 for the first bit.
In the lower arm, we have
\underbrace{A\cdot \cos \left(2\pi F_1t +\phi\right)}_{\text{Incoming waveform}} \cdot \underbrace{2 \cos\left( 2\pi F_1t +\phi\right)}_{\text{Generated at Rx}}= A+\underbrace{A\cdot \cos \left\{ 2\pi (2F_1) t + 2\phi\right\}}_{\text{Filtered out}} \approx A
After the averaging or filtering operation, only the DC term $A$ remains (under ideal conditions). This is shown at the bottom right of Figure 5 for the first bit with $A=1$. Keep in mind that if the Tx and Rx frequencies were not aligned, the first term would also be time-varying with the difference frequency and if their phases were not aligned, a term $\cos (\phi-\phi’)$ would come with $A$ and potentially wipe it out (e.g., for a phase difference of $90^\circ$).
Figure 5: FSK demodulator waveforms
Thus for the first interval, the receiver decides in favour of bit 1. A similar process is repeated for the next arriving bits. Note that in the figure plotted here, I have chosen $F_1$ as an exact multiple of $F_0$ (i.e., $F_1=2F_0$) for showing a beautiful figure where both the cross-terms average out to zero. For each bit interval, the receiver carries out this product and averaging operation and chooses the frequency candidate with the largest output. For the chosen example, the receiver makes the following decisions.
\begin{align*}
\text{Bit interval 0} \quad \rightarrow \quad F_1 \quad \rightarrow \quad\text{Bit 1} \\
\text{Bit interval 1} \quad \rightarrow \quad F_0 \quad \rightarrow \quad \text{Bit 0} \\
\text{Bit interval 2} \quad \rightarrow \quad F_1 \quad \rightarrow \quad\text{Bit 1}
\end{align*}
Until now, we are doing just fine with one waveform that can be downcoverted and sampled. We have not encountered any need for I/Q signals yet (although I/Q sampling does make FSK demodulation much easier).
Amplitude Shift Keying (ASK)
In Amplitude Shift Keying (ASK), the signal amplitude $A$ (instead of frequency $F$) is used to indicate the value of a bit. Let us begin with a binary ASK system.
ASK Modulation
In a binary ASK system, we can transmit a sinusoidal waveform with one amplitude (e.g., $1$) for logic 0 and another amplitude (e.g., $2$) for logic 1, as shown in Figure 6. On a side note, On-Off Keying (OOK) is a special case of ASK in which the amplitude representing logic 0 is exactly $0$. In each signaling interval $m$, the resulting waveform is given by
s(t) = A_m\cdot \cos \left(2\pi Ft + \phi\right)
where $A_m$ is either $1$ or $2$ according to the data bit.
Figure 6: (Top) An Amplitude Shift Keying (ASK) waveform with a lower amplitude representing a 0 and a higher amplitude representing a 1. (Bottom) An ASK constellation diagram
You would have noticed in Figure 6 that the choice of the two amplitudes is poor as we focus on their positive values only. Such a representation is commonly known as unipolar ASK. The alternative is bipolar ASK where the amplitudes are instead chosen as $+1$ and $-1$. In most cases, bipolar ASK is preferred over unipolar ASK due to power and bit error rate performance. Nevertheless, a negative sign indicates a change in phase of $180^\circ$ and our main purpose is to clearly distinguish this waveform from Phase Shift Keying (PSK) which comes next.
Here, I introduce you to something known as a constellation diagram. It is a representation of a digital modulation scheme independent of the underlying carrier waveform. For example, a constellation diagram for a binary ASK scheme showing the two information carrying amplitudes, $1$ and $2$, is drawn in Figure 6. You can relate this to the actual waveform in the following manner. For sending a logic 0, the carrier wave is multiplied with a value of $1$ and for a logic 1, it is multiplied with a value of $2$.
These points shine like stars in a night sky. The purpose of a constellation diagram is to bypass all the less relevant signals and focus solely on the parameter that carries the actual digital information.
ASK Demodulation
An ASK waveform was described earlier as
During each bit (or signaling) interval $m$, we receive a waveform with amplitude $A_m$ that is a representation of the underlying bits. Consider a receiver synchronized with the transmitter in terms of carrier phase, carrier frequency and bit timing. For the demodulation of ASK signals, we can follow a similar procedure as FSK and correlate (i.e., multiply and average) the incoming waveform with two carrier waves of different amplitudes generated at the Rx. Consider a received signal with an amplitude $2$ (representing bit 1) in the first interval.
In the upper arm, we can have
A_1\cdot \cos \left(2\pi Ft +\phi\right) \cdot 2A_0\cdot \cos\left( 2\pi Ft +\phi\right)
In the lower arm, we can have
However, the carrier wave in both cases is exactly the same, so why produce it twice and multiply it twice? A better option is to generate a single carrier with frequency $F$ and simply check the output amplitudes after a filtering or averaging operation. It can be easily seen from above that such an output would be $A_m$ depending on the data bit and the corresponding amplitude.
\underbrace{A_m\cdot \cos \left(2\pi Ft +\phi\right)}_{\text{Incoming waveform}} \cdot \underbrace{2 \cos\left( 2\pi Ft +\phi\right)}_{\text{Generated at Rx}}= A_m+\underbrace{A\cdot \cos \left\{ 2\pi (2F) t + 2\phi\right\}}_{\text{Filtered out}} \approx A_m
Observe that the frequency $F$ and phase $\phi$ must be the same for such a cancellation to happen for the first term. In practice, this is accomplished through carrier synchronization algorithms. This is drawn in the right column of Figure 7 where the output amplitudes are 2, 1 and 2 corresponding to the three bits are 1, 0 and 1, respectively. The double frequency terms are also visible in the background that are filtered out.
Figure 7: ASK demodulator waveforms
Again observe that we are doing just fine without any I/Q signals. Demodulating the signal from a single carrier waveform seems enough.
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Granularity on the Axis
We have learned above that a Tx and Rx agree upon the modulation choice which forms the basis for the algorithms required for the detection of bits. When a digitally modulated waveform is received, the Rx extracts the information carrying parameter and maps those levels at the Rx constellation onto the designated bits. As opposed to the simple constellation diagrams for binary modulations shown above, more than two points are needed in a real constellation as follows.
Higher-Order Modulations
Digital electronics are constrained to work on only two levels by electronic switches which in the simplest case are either on or off. Actual digital communication systems require quite complicated signal processing workload both at the Tx and Rx ends that can be performed only by a device more intelligent than an electronic switch, such as an Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC), Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Digital Signal Processor (DSP) or a General Purpose Processor (GPP).
Hence if a Rx can differentiate between two signal levels to detect which bit was sent, it can also differentiate between more than two signal levels. Being able to do so can result in sending more data during the same amount of time. In this system, multiple bits (say, $2$) can be collected during every unit of time, converted into their decimal equivalents and one level out of possible options (e.g., $2^2=4$) can be accordingly selected for transmission.
In the case of 4-FSK for instance, this implies that four different carrier frequencies can be utilized where each of them represents a set of two bits.
F_0 \quad &\rightarrow \quad 00 \\
For example, the Figure 8 shows a new waveform for an FSK modulation with four different frequencies each representing two bits. The bit sequence is as follows.
1~~1~~0~~0~~1~~0~~0~~1
From this bit sequence, two bits are collected at each instant as 11, 00, 10 and 01 and carrier waves with the corresponding frequencies $F_3$, $F_0$, $F_2$ and $F_1$, respectively, are sent over the air. These bit assignments are arbitrary (e.g., bits 00 can be sent through frequency $F_2$) as long as the Tx and Rx agree on the same convention.
Figure 8: (Top) An FSK signal with 4 levels. (Bottom) An ASK signal with 4 levels along with its constellation diagram
In Figure 8, carefully map each set of two bits to their respective frequency to grasp how the waveform is generated. For example, according to the assignment on the right, the first two bits 11 are assigned to the frequency $F_3$. Therefore, the frequency $F_3$ (which happens to be the highest) is sent during the first signaling interval. On the same note, $F_0$ is transmitted during the second interval due to the bits being 00, and so on.
A similar phenomenon occurs for ASK modulation systems. More number of bits can be sent through inclusion of higher or lower amplitudes according to the target number of bits. A 4-ASK constellation diagram is shown in Figure 8 where each amplitude represents a set of $2$ bits. The difference here as compared to FSK is that these levels are assigned to the amplitude of a carrier wave with a single frequency. Some comments are in order here.
The most relevant observation is that these additional amplitudes lie on the same axis of the constellation diagram.
What happens when more than $2$ bits (e.g., $3$) need to be packed in each transmission interval? We can simply increase the number of levels to $2^3=8$. Note that in all these cases, either higher or lower amplitudes are added to this group but the growth stays on the same axis of the constellation diagram.
As far as the demodulation is concerned, it follows the same principles described before.
In conclusion, a higher granularity of more than two modulation levels are required for higher-rate schemes.
Mismatches between Parameters
Even for a binary modulation scenario, a finer resolution on the constellation diagram is needed. This is because no two Tx and Rx devices are the same and there is always a mismatch between their parameters. In the FSK case for instance, the frequency of the local oscillator at the Rx is not exactly the same as the carrier of the incoming signal and there is always some difference between the manufacturer’s nominal specification and the real frequency of that device. This is known as a carrier frequency offset. Moreover, this offset keeps varying (slightly) with temperature, pressure, age and other factors. Consequently, instead of only two frequencies, we need a continuum of levels on that frequency axis.
In an ASK system too, the absolute Rx amplitude is affected by several factors such as channel attenuation and path loss. Again, we need a continuum of amplitudes for Rx constellation mapping. This is where phase as a parameter is different from frequency and amplitude, as we explain now.
Phase Shift Keying (PSK)
In Phase Shift Keying (PSK), the data is transmitted by changing the phase of a constant frequency carrier wave at each signaling interval.
PSK Modulation
In the binary case here, two different phases are employed to represent the bit values. For example, logic 0 and logic 1 are sent with phases $0 ^\circ$ and $180^\circ$ of the carrier wave, respectively. This waveform is drawn below for the same bit sequence as before. Look specifically at the bit boundaries to notice the phase transitions. The waveform for each interval $m$ is
s(t) = A\cdot \cos \left(2\pi Ft + \phi_m\right)
where $\phi_m$ is $0^\circ$ or $180^\circ$ depending on the data bit. If you have a confusion regarding these phases, refer to the cosine figure at the start of this article where we connected the phase relations of Eq (\ref{equation-sinusoid}) to the waveform values.
Figure 9: (Top) A Phase Shift Keying (PSK) waveform with phase 0 representing a 0 and phase pi representing a 1. (Bottom) A PSK constellation diagram
The constellation diagram for a binary PSK scheme is also shown in the same figure where the carrier phase is chosen as either $0^\circ$ or $180^\circ$ according to the incoming bit. Otherwise, the waveform frequency and amplitude stay the same in both cases.
PSK Demodulation
Something really interesting happens when it comes to demodulating a PSK signal. Consider a receiver synchronized with the transmitter in terms of carrier phase, carrier frequency and bit timing. For the demodulation of PSK signals, we can
either follow a similar procedure as FSK and correlate the incoming waveform with two carrier waves of different phases generated at the Rx,
or follow a similar procedure as ASK and correlate (i.e., multiply and average) the received waveform with a single carrier to observe its phase.
Since the amplitude and frequency stay the same for all phases, it makes sense (and can be proved to be optimal) to adopt the second route above. If the Tx and Rx frequencies are exactly the same and their phase difference is also equal to zero except the modulation phase $\phi_m$, we can write
\underbrace{A\cdot \cos \left(2\pi Ft +\phi_m\right)}_{\text{Incoming waveform}} \cdot \underbrace{2 \cos\left( 2\pi Ft\right)}_{\text{Generated at Rx}}= A\cdot \cos \phi_m+\underbrace{A\cdot \cos \left\{ 2\pi (2F) t + \phi_m\right\}}_{\text{Filtered out}} \approx \cos \phi_m
for $A=1$ and where we have used the identity $2\cos\alpha \cos \beta$ $=$ $\cos (\alpha-\beta)$ $+$ $\cos(\alpha+\beta)$. After the averaging or filtering operation, only the DC term $\cos \phi_m$ remains (under ideal conditions). Looking at this term $\cos \phi_m$, here is the interesting observation I hinted at earlier.
\cos 0^\circ = 1 \qquad \text{and} \qquad \cos 180^\circ = -1,
such a demodulation process has transformed the phases into amplitudes!
This is drawn in Figure 10 where the three bits are 1, 0 and 1 and the corresponding output amplitudes are -1, +1 and -1.
\text{Bit interval 0} \quad \rightarrow \quad -1 \quad \rightarrow \quad 180^\circ \quad \rightarrow \quad \text{Bit 1} \\
\text{Bit interval 1} \qquad \rightarrow \quad +1 \quad \rightarrow \quad 0^\circ \quad \rightarrow \quad \text{Bit 0} \\
\text{Bit interval 2} \quad \rightarrow \quad -1 \quad \rightarrow \quad 180^\circ \quad \rightarrow \quad \text{Bit 1}
Figure 10: PSK demodulator waveforms
A question that arises is the following. Instead of converting the phase into amplitude, is it possible to build an algorithm that directly detects the phase for each bit interval? This is related to I/Q sampling as we find out next.
From Geometrical Angle to Signal Phase
Observe from the ASK constellation diagram that all the amplitudes still extend on the same axis. On the other hand, for a PSK system, one axis is not enough because an actual angle is formed by two lines, not one. This is shown in Figure 11. In other words, an ASK modulation scheme has a 1-dimensional constellation diagram while a PSK system requires a 2-dimensional constellation diagram. And that has made all the difference, as we shortly see.
Figure 11: An angle is formed by two lines, not one
Let us explore this concept with respect to both higher-order modulations and phase offsets.
4-PSK Example
Previously we described a 2-PSK system where a phase of $0^\circ$ represents bit 0 while a phase of $180^\circ$ represents bit 1. Now for a 4-PSK modulation, we can send a set of two bits during each signaling interval as follows.
\begin{aligned}
0^{\circ} \quad &\rightarrow \quad 00 \\
90^{\circ} \quad &\rightarrow \quad 01 \\
180^{\circ} \quad &\rightarrow \quad 10 \\
\end{aligned}
These phases are shown in the constellation diagram of Figure 12 along with their bit assignments. As noted earlier, these bit assignments are arbitrary and can be altered easily as long as the Tx and Rx keep the same table. Let us explore how the modulated waveform is generated for the same bitstream.
Figure 12: A PSK signal with 4 levels along with its constellation diagram
First, refer to the cosine figure at the start of this article that connects the angle relations in Eq (\ref{equation-sinusoid}) to the phases of the sinusoidal waveform. Now the first two bits in the stream are 11 which map to the last phase, i.e., $270^\circ$. This implies that the cosine wave should start at the second zero crossing. This can also be seen from
\cos (\theta + 270^\circ) = \cos (\theta – 90^\circ) = \sin \theta
and hence the waveform in the first signaling interval has a sine shape. The next set of bits is 01 which implies that the cosine wave has a phase of $90^\circ$ in the second interval. You can follow the same logic for the rest of the signal representing the bits 10 and 00.
8-PSK with a Phase Offset
Even for a binary PSK system, a finer phase resolution is needed at the Rx due to a phase offset between the Tx and Rx. Some factors that contribute towards this phase offset are mismatched time references between Tx and Rx local oscillators, overall channel impulse response (including all the analog and digital filtering) and the propagation delay between the two devices.
As an example, an 8-PSK waveform is drawn in Figure 13 for a bit sequence
\underbrace{1~~0~~0}_{4}~~\underbrace{0~~0~~1}_{1}~~\underbrace{1~~0~~1}_{5}~~\underbrace{0~~1~~0}_{2}~~\underbrace{1~~1~~0}_{6}~~\underbrace{1~~1~~1}_{7}
Notice the phase transitions at the signaling boundaries where the waveform phase is altered to represent each new set of 3 bits entering the modulator. The waveform is not joined at these boundaries to highlight these fine phase changes. With the experience of previous PSK figures, I hope that the reader can map the waveform boundary phases to the Rx constellation diagram. For example, the first 3 bits represent are 100 which represent a decimal value of 4. On the constellation diagram at the bottom, 4 corresponds to an angle of $180^\circ$ (starting from $0$). Therefore, the first signaling interval shows a cosine wave with a $180^\circ$ phase.
In Figure 13, the Tx constellation can be located at an angle spacing of $45^\circ$ on the unit circle that dictates the waveform phases drawn above. However, the Rx constellation is drawn with a phase offset of $17^\circ$ as dotted lines. This is done in order to demonstrate that the actual phase can lie anywhere in this 2-D plane (although this phase offset is not included in the actual top waveform).
Figure 13: (Top) An 8-PSK waveform. (Bottom) Two constellation diagrams: one at the Tx shown by thick red lines and the other at the Rx for a phase offset of 17 degrees shown by dotted purple lines
Demodulation with Cosine
Let us apply the same demodulation algorithm used for binary PSK before. This is what happens for each signaling interval.
The incoming signal is multiplied with a single carrier wave.
The output is averaged or filtered.
The resulting amplitudes are marked on the Rx constellation diagram (e.g., $+1$ and $-1$ in binary PSK).
With this algorithm, we said that if the Tx and Rx frequencies are exactly the same and their phase difference is also equal to zero except the modulation phase $\phi_m$, we can write
\underbrace{A\cdot \cos \left(2\pi Ft +\phi_m\right)}_{\text{Incoming waveform}} \cdot \underbrace{2 \cos\left( 2\pi Ft\right)}_{\text{Generated at Rx}}= A \cdot \cos \phi_m+\underbrace{A\cdot \cos \left\{ 2\pi (2F) t + \phi_m\right\}}_{\text{Filtered out}} \approx \cos \phi_m
for $A=1$ and where we have used the identity $2\cos\alpha \cos \beta$ $=$ $\cos (\alpha-\beta)$ $+$ $\cos(\alpha+\beta)$. After the averaging or filtering operation, only the DC term $\cos \phi_m$ remains (under ideal conditions). Now we apply such a demodulation procedure to an 8-PSK waveform of Figure 13 for which the results are drawn in Figure 14.
In the first signaling interval, the output amplitude is $-1$ which refers to a phase of $180^\circ$. An arrow shows the output amplitude $-1$ in the third subplot going to $-1$ in the Rx constellation diagram of the last subplot. Mapping to the Tx constellation diagram of Figure 13 (shown by thick red lines) tell us that the corresponding baud is 4 which translates to a 3-bit sequence of 100. Hence, our first 3 detected bits are 100. So far so good.
Let us skip the next interval to avoid having an arrow crossing over other segments. In the time interval between $2$ to $3$, the output is
-0.707 = -\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} = \cos 135^\circ
Can we map it back to a geometrical angle? Not exactly because cosine of $225^\circ$ is also exactly the same! We do not have a unique angle and corresponding bit map in this case. This also becomes clear by looking at the Tx constellation diagram of Figure 13 where cosine of both $135^\circ $ and $225^\circ$ cast a shadow at $-0.707$ on the real line.
This situation becomes even more tricky in the fourth and fifth signaling intervals where the demodulator output in the third subplot is zero in both instances. This is shown by an arrow mapping the $0$ amplitude in both cases to $0$ in the Rx constellation diagram. Looking at the top of Figure 14 reveals that cosine wave actually started from different phases (i.e., $+90^\circ$ for (2) and $-90^\circ$ for (6), respectively). However, its shadow on the real line should be at $0$ for both points.
Figure 14: Demodulation process of an 8-PSK waveform with a cosine wave
A Naive Algorithm
It might seem that the problem is with this demodulation procedure which converts the phase into amplitude for decision making. A naive algorithm here could work as follows.
Take many samples of the cosine wave in each signaling interval and record the starting value. Then, compute the slope of the wave at this point to estimate the actual underlying phase. While there are dozens of implementation issues with this approach but suffice it to say that this will require an insanely large number of extremely low-noise samples for each such duration. I mentioned this algorithm here because I remember someone making this suggestion somewhere.
I/Q Sampling
This brings us to the solution. Recall from Figure 11 that an angle is made up of two lines, not one.
This means that we need two points to represent an angle, not one! One such point gives the amplitude on the horizontal axis and the other point gives the amplitude on the vertical axis. When we attempted to tie the concept of a geometrical angle with a waveform phase, we completely forgot during demodulation that only one amplitude is being extracted here — the one representing the horizontal axis.
Question: How should we extract the amplitude on the vertical axis?
Answer: We need another waveform at the Rx!
Question: If the horizontal axis links angle $0^\circ$ on a 2-D plane to a cosine wave with the starting phase $0^\circ$, then the vertical axis at an angle $90^\circ$ on a 2-D plane should be linked to which waveform?
Answer: Another cosine wave with the starting phase of $90^\circ$.
Question: What is a cosine wave with a starting phase of $90^\circ$?
Answer: Use the identity $\cos(\alpha+\beta)$ = $\cos\alpha \cos \beta$ – $\sin\alpha \sin \beta$.
\cos \left (2\pi F t + 90^\circ\right) = \cos 2\pi F t \cdot \underbrace{\cos 90^\circ}_{0} – \sin 2\pi Ft\cdot \underbrace{\sin 90^\circ}_{1} = – \sin 2\pi Ft
This second cosine wave comes out to be a negative sine wave!
In conclusion, in parallel with the cosine wave starting with a phase of $0^\circ$, we need another cosine wave at the Rx starting with a phase of $90^\circ$, which is a negative sine wave. All this means that a cosine wave measures the x-axis projection of the phase like a ruler and hence cannot measure the actual angle. We need a protractor to measure the full angle, where $I$ part is provided by the cosine and $Q$ part is provided by the negative sine.
Let us run the same demodulation algorithm for the same bit sequence as in Figure 14 but multiply the arriving signal with a negative sine wave (instead of a cosine signal). The results of these operations are plotted in Figure 15.
Figure 15: Demodulation process of an 8-PSK waveform with a negative sine wave
If the Tx and Rx frequencies are exactly the same and their phase difference is also equal to zero except the modulation phase $\phi_m$, we can write
\underbrace{A\cdot \cos \left(2\pi Ft +\phi_m\right)}_{\text{Incoming waveform}} \cdot \underbrace{\left\{-2 \sin\left( 2\pi Ft\right)\right\}}_{\text{Generated at Rx}}= A \cdot \sin \phi_m-\underbrace{A\cdot\sin \left\{ 2\pi (2F) t + \phi_m\right\}}_{\text{Filtered out}} \approx \sin \phi_m
for $A=1$ and where we have used the identity $-2\cos\alpha \sin \beta$ $=$ $\sin (\alpha-\beta)$ $-$ $\sin(\alpha+\beta)$. After the averaging or filtering operation, only the DC term $\sin \phi_m$ remains (under ideal conditions). Consequently, the output amplitudes then map to the correct point in a 2-D plane as
(x, y) = (\cos \phi_m, \sin \phi_m)
We connect this result to the output waveform in Figure 15 now. For this purpose, we repeat the bit sequence examined earlier for convenience.
In the first signaling interval, the output amplitude is $0$. Recalling that the result of cosine multiplication in Figure 14 was $-1$, the point on the 2-D plane is given by
(x, y) = (-1, 0)
Mapping to the Tx constellation diagram of Figure 13 (shown by thick red lines) gives us the first 3 bits as 100.
In the time interval between $2$ to $3$, the output is $-0.707$. It was also $-0.707$ for cosine multiplication due to which the point on 2-D plane is
(x, y) = (-0.707, -0.707)
While initially we had a confusion between the candidate being $135^\circ$ or $225^\circ$, we can simply locate this point in the middle of the 3rd quadrant and hence find the correct angle as $225^\circ$. Therefore, the data bits are completely resolved corresponding to number (5) as 101.
The fourth and fifth signaling intervals, while zero for cosine demodulation, are now $+1$ and $-1$, respectively. From the constellation diagram of Figure 13, the points on 2-D plane are $(0, +1)$ and $(0, -1)$ which map to data points (2) and (6), respectively. Therefore, the bits in the fourth signaling interval are 010 while those in the fifth signal interval are 110. This can be checked by the top waveform in Figure 15.
Let us now learn the rationale behind the terms $I$ and $Q$.
Rationale Behind the Terms $I$ and $Q$
Each phase, like each angle, needs a reference. For the angles, this reference is provided by the horizontal line connecting point $(0,0)$ to point $(0,1)$.
For the phases, we choose a cosine wave with phase $0^\circ$ as the reference (as is clear from the previous sections). Therefore, an amplitude modulated cosine wave is known as the “In-Phase” component, from which the notation $I$ is extracted. Sometimes, the $I$ terms refers only to the amplitude riding over this cosine wave and represented by the value on the x-axis.
On the same note, an amplitude modulated sine wave, which has a phase difference of $90^\circ$ with the reference cosine wave, is known as the “quadrature” component, from which the notation $Q$ is extracted. Sometimes, $Q$ refers only to the amplitude riding over this sine wave and represented by the value on the y-axis. In general, quadrature refers to the position of a planet when it is $90^\circ$ from the sun as viewed from the earth.
Phase Computation
With points mapped on a 2-D plane, one question is the following. How is phase computed from those $I$ and $Q$ components? For this purpose, a function known as four-quadrant inverse tangent is employed. This is different than the regular inverse tangent function because it takes into account all four quadrants. For an amplitude of $A_I$ on $I$-axis and $A_Q$ on $Q$-axis, the angle $\measuredangle$ is defined in terms of $\tan^{-1} (A_Q/A_I)$ below. If you find it complicated, just remember that it is a way of computing the correct quadrant from the signs of $I$ and $Q$ amplitudes.
\measuredangle (\cdot) =
\tan^{-1} \frac{A_Q}{A_I} & A_I > 0 \\
\tan^{-1} \frac{A_Q}{A_I} + \pi & A_I < 0 \mbox{ and } A_Q \ge 0\\ \tan^{-1} \frac{A_Q}{A_I} - \pi & A_I < 0 \mbox{ and } A_Q < 0\\ +\pi/2 & A_I = 0 \mbox{ and } A_Q > 0\\
-\pi/2 & A_I = 0 \mbox{ and } A_Q < 0 %\mbox{indeterminate } & A_I = 0 \mbox{ and } A_Q = 0. \end{cases} \end{equation*} Computing such a function is not easy in real-time at a high rate but many algorithms have sprung up for this purpose after the advent of Software Defined Radios (SDR).
What If You Have Only 5 Minutes?
What will you say if you have only 5 minutes to explain someone the concept of I/Q signals? One suggestion is to explain the implementation of Quadrature Amplitude Modulation (QAM).
We have learned that PSK modulation chooses discrete phases on the same circle. Moreover, I/Q refers to points on a 2-D plane and hence I/Q data involves both amplitude and phase of the carrier. So why do modulation points necessarily have to be on the same circle? They don’t have to. Since discrete amplitudes can be chosen in ASK modulation, we can combine one amplitude and one phase at each signaling interval. Such a strategy gives rise to the most widely used digital modulation technique known as Quadrature Amplitude Modulation (QAM). Let us discuss this concept through a QAM modulator and demodulator that form the backbone of your WiFi, cellular and other high rate communication systems.
For each signaling interval $m$, start with a waveform modulated in both amplitude and phase as
\begin{equation}\label{equation-qam}
s(t) = A_m\cdot \cos \left(2\pi Ft + \phi_m\right)
Using the identity $\cos (\alpha+\beta)$ $=$ $\cos\alpha \cos \beta$ $-$ $\sin \alpha \sin \beta$, open this up as
s(t) &= A_m\cdot \cos (2\pi Ft)\cdot \cos \phi_m – A_m \cdot \sin 2\pi Ft \cdot \sin \phi_m \nonumber\\
&= \underbrace{(A_m\cos \phi_m)}_{\text{I part}}\cdot \cos (2\pi Ft) – \underbrace{(A_m \sin \phi_m)}_{\text{Q part}} \cdot \sin 2\pi Ft \label{equation-qam-iq}
Here, the amplitude $A_m\cos \phi_m$ is the projection of the modulation point on $x$ or $I$ axis, while the amplitude $A_m\sin \phi_m$ is the projection of the modulation point on $y$ or $Q$ axis. This is plotted in Figure 16. These amplitudes are then modulated on two quadrature carriers, namely $\cos (2\pi Ft)$ and $-\sin 2\pi Ft)$ and summed together to be sent over the air.
Figure 16: I/Q plane and modulation parameters
A modulator can generate a QAM waveform either through direct modulation as in Eq (\ref{equation-qam}), or through $I$ and $Q$ waveforms as in Eq (\ref{equation-qam-iq}). The latter route is simpler as it only involves amplitude modulation of two quadrature waveforms with no need to alter the phase. A block diagram for implementing a QAM modulator is shown in Figure 17. The filtering shown here is a specialized operation known as pulse shaping.
Figure 17: A block diagram for a QAM modulator
Demodulator
At the Rx side, multiply the incoming signal with the two quadrature waveforms, namely $\cos (2\pi Ft)$ and $-\sin 2\pi Ft)$, in parallel. A block diagram for a QAM demodulator is drawn in Figure 18. The filtering shown here is a specialized operation known as matched filtering. The idea is similar to a correlator we saw in FSK demdoulator but matched to the pulse shape at Tx side. An Analog-to-Digital (A/D) conversion is casually shown here, the exact place of which depends on the receiver architecture employed. Also, the whole point of software defined radios was to perform this conversion as close to the antenna as possible. After A/D conversion, the samples are mapped to the Rx constellation shown as four stars. Each decision is made in favour of a star closest to the received data point. You can learn more about QAM here.
Figure 18: A block diagram for a QAM demodulator
With frequency, phase and timing synchronization in place, the process is as follows.
In the $I$ arm, we have
s(t)\cdot 2 \cos\left( 2\pi Ft\right) &= \underbrace{A_m \cdot \cos \left(2\pi Ft +\phi_m\right)}_{\text{Incoming waveform}} \cdot \underbrace{2 \cos\left( 2\pi Ft\right)}_{\text{Generated at Rx}} \\ &= A_m \cdot \cos \phi_m+\underbrace{A_m\cdot \cos \left\{ 2\pi (2F) t + \phi_m\right\}}_{\text{Filtered out}} \approx A_m \cos \phi_m
In the $Q$ arm, we have
s(t)\cdot \left\{-2 \sin\left( 2\pi Ft\right)\right\} &= \underbrace{A_m \cdot \cos \left(2\pi Ft +\phi_m\right)}_{\text{Incoming waveform}} \cdot \underbrace{\left\{-2 \sin\left( 2\pi Ft\right)\right\}}_{\text{Generated at Rx}} \\ &= A_m \cdot \sin \phi_m-\underbrace{A_m\cdot \sin \left\{ 2\pi (2F) t + \phi_m\right\}}_{\text{Filtered out}} \approx A_m \sin \phi_m
This is drawn in Figure 19 for the following example amplitudes and phases.
A_m = \{1, 2, 1\} \qquad \qquad \phi_m = \{45^\circ, 135^\circ, 270^\circ\}
The reader can easily trace the arrows to see that for the second signaling interval, for instance, $2\cdot \cos 135^\circ$ $=$ $-1.41$ and $2\cdot \sin 135^\circ$ $=$ $+1.41$ are correctly being mapped. The same holds true for the last interval where $1\cdot \cos 270^\circ$ $=$ $0$ and $1\cdot \sin 270^\circ$ $=$ $-1$.
Figure 19: I/Q demodulation process and projections on I and Q axes
We did not go into details here but I/Q signals are very helpful for implementation of any modulation scheme. Also keep in mind that I and Q components of a signal without the carrier wave can be treated as the real and imaginary parts of a complex number.
This concludes our discussion on I/Q signals. Interestingly, only experienced engineers in the past could design such communication systems due to the specialized electronics knowledge required for implementing mathematical relations through electronic circuits. The revolution brought by SDRs is that the same relations can be implemented through any programming language much more conveniently. This has opened the door for hobbyists and amateurs to build close to professional-grade communication systems in just two steps.
You can create the Tx/Rx code in a graphical programming environment like GNU Radio which are called flowgraphs. Example flowgraphs for QAM and PSK modulation schemes can be found here.
Connect an SDR hardware like RTL-SDR, HackRF or my favorite ADALM Pluto to your computer and include the relevant device driver (available in the form of a graphical block) into your code above.
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Jay Patel December 8, 2020 at 4:02 pm
Amazing. Great work. I was wondering what happen if we use any encoding and decoding techniques? How does this work ? Let’s say if you use CDMA with spreading factor 8, how does one can co-relate?
Qasim Chaudhari (Post author) December 9, 2020 at 6:53 am
Thanks. In the case of CDMA, the receiver has to correlate the incoming signal with the intended sequence. The sequence with the user’s code will have the highest correlation while other sequences output a low value that will appear as additional noise in the user’s signal after despreading.
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There are 26 letters in English language and countless rules. The language of signal processing is simpler.
- It has only 1 letter: a sample at time 0. From there, we can build any discrete-time signal on which our 1s and 0s can be mapped.
- It has one major rule which is repeatedly employed for demapping the received signal to bits.
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Based on detailed breeding EEA Plone KGS 19.4.17, Template updated on Sitta tephronota with the common name Eastern Rock Nuthatch, belongs to the Birds group it is geographically distrubuted among the following countries/areas: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Azerbaijan, Turkey Eastern Rock Nuthatch (Sitta tephronota). In this study, we modeled the distribution of the Eastern Rock Nuthatch (Sitta tephronota), a common rock dweller bird in Iranian Plateau, and determined most important climatic variables affecting the distribution of the species. For more information view the SAGE Journals Sharing page. In direct comparison with Western Rock Nuthatch, Eastern is much bigger and heavier. Chase, JM, Leibold, M. Ecological niches: linking classical and contemporary approaches. * Bird News Pro and Bird News Ultimate subscribers receive full sighting details. Hops around on rocks and low bushes. These publications present a thorough and detailed Members of _ can log in with their society credentials below, Masoud Yousefi, Afshin Alizadeh Shabani, and Hossein Azarnivand. Species distribution models have many applications in ecology, conservation, biogeography, and even paleoecology. The Persian Nuthatch, sometimes called the Eastern Rock-Nuthatch (Sitta tephronota) is found in Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, India, Iran, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkey, and Turkmenistan.. A new map solution will soon become available. EEA Web Team, Template version: Berthon, K, Esperon-Rodrigues, M, Beaumont, L. Kafash, A, Malakoutikhah, Sh, Yousefi, M, Ataei, F. Hosseinian Yousefkhani, SS, Aliabadian, M, Rastegar-Pouyani, E. Keppel, G, Niel, KPV, Wardell-Johnson, GW. Eastern Rock Nuthatch (Sitta tephronota) bird call sounds on dibird.com. Birds of Northern Eurasia, database of photos of birds of Northern Eurasia. 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Brett Young and Wife Taylor Welcome Baby Girl, Presley Elizabeth
Brett Young's baby girl has arrived. The singer's wife Taylor Mills gave birth to Presley Elizabeth Young on Monday, Oct. 21. She is the couple's first child after less than one year of marriage.
The "Catch" singer shared the news with People adding that the 8-pound, 2-ounce baby was born at 7:29PM in Nashville and measures 20.75 inches. "She is perfect and we are forever better because she was given to us," Young tells the magazine.
Talking to Taste of Country Nights earlier this fall Young revealed he had a song written for his newborn daughter and he planned on letting fans hear it soon. The 38-year-old made it clear that he and his wife wanted to start a family immediately upon getting married and if he's to be believed they'll try for more soon. “We are really excited about having kids sometime soon,” the 2017 Taste of Country RISER told us. "We aren’t putting pressure on ourselves, but we are definitely ready for it to happen.”
Young and Mills announced they were pregnant in April and revealed they were having a girl a few weeks later. “We have always shared the same heart for wanting a family,” he told People this spring. “I love knowing that we get to give this little one an amazing life, and I just can’t wait for the future ahead of us as a family. We are so blessed!”
Previously Mills had told the magazine that she believed her husband would be a great father and if enthusiasm translates into dad-skills, he'll be a rockstar. The "Catch" singer eagerly went after the diaper challenge while visiting with the radio show. Watch the above video at 13:18 to see how quickly he can change a diaper and to see the one critical error he makes.
"Like I said, when my mom used to work in the nursery ... I helped," he shares. "It's been a long time though."
Young also added that growing up with sisters will help prepare him for fatherhood. The couple say both mom and baby NAME are doing very well after the birth.
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MIT researchers use AI and a smartphone to see round corners
By Matthew Griffin Intelligence and the Senses 23rd October 2017
Cameras that can see around corners are getting better, and the technology is beginning more commercially viable but there’s still a long way to go before you can take pictures around corners
Building cameras that can see around corners is nothing new and over the past few years there have been a good number of attempts, by both MIT and the Chinese, but up until now none of those attempts have been able see around corners using just an ordinary smartphone setup, and while to many it might sound like something out of a science fiction movie that’s the idea behind a new algorithm out of MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL), and the discovery has implications for everything from emergency response to self-driving cars.
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The CSAIL team’s imaging system, which can work with smartphone cameras, uses machine learning and algorithms to analyse information about the light reflecting back off of objects or people in a hidden scene in order to measure their speed and trajectory, all in real-time.
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To explain, imagine that you’re walking down an L-shaped hallway and there are some objects around the corner. Whether or not you can see it those objects reflect a small amount of light on the ground in your line of sight, think of this as the difference between seeing a strong shadow, depending on the strength and direction of the light source, a weak shadow, or, taking it one step further, nothing visible at all – in the latter case just because you can’t see anything doesn’t mean that there isn’t any light being reflected on the floor in front of you, it’s just too weak for your eyes to sense. These “fuzzy shadows” are called “Penumbra.”
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Using a video of the penumbra, CSAIL’s new smartphone system, which the team has dubbed “CornerCameras,” can stitch together a series of one-dimensional images that reveal information about the objects around the corner.
“Even though those objects aren’t actually visible to the camera, we can look at how their movements affect the penumbra to determine where they are and where they’re going,” says Katherine Bouman, who was lead author on a new paper about the system, “in this way, we show that walls and other obstructions with edges can be exploited as naturally-occurring ‘cameras’ that reveal the hidden scenes beyond them.”
Bouman says that the ability to see around obstructions would be useful for many tasks, from firefighters finding people in burning buildings to drivers detecting pedestrians in their blind spots.
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Most approaches for seeing around obstacles involve special lasers. Specifically, researchers shine cameras on specific points that are visible to both the observable and hidden scene, and then measure how long it takes for the light to return. But, these so-called “time-of-flight cameras” are expensive and can easily get thrown off by ambient light, especially outdoors. In contrast, the CSAIL team’s technique doesn’t require actively projecting light into the space, and works in a wider range of indoor and outdoor environments and with off-the-shelf consumer cameras.
By viewing and analysing video of the penumbra, CornerCameras can produce a one dimensional image of the scene but 1D images aren’t especially helpful and can contain a lot of noisy data, but by observing the scene over several seconds the system can stitch together dozens of distinct images to determine an objects motion and trajectory.
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“The notion to even try to achieve this is innovative in and of itself, but getting it to work in practice shows both creativity and adeptness,” says Professor Marc Christensen, who serves as dean of the Lyle School of Engineering at Southern Methodist University and was not involved in the research, “this work is a significant step in the broader attempt to develop revolutionary imaging capabilities that are not limited to line-of-sight observation.”
The team was surprised to find that CornerCameras worked in a range of challenging situations, including weather conditions like rain.
“Given that the rain was literally changing the color of the ground, I figured that there was no way we’d be able to see subtle differences in light on the order of a tenth of a percent,” says Bouman, “but because the system integrates so much information across dozens of images, the effect of the raindrops averages out, and so you can see the movement of the objects even in the middle of all that activity.”
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The system still has some limitations. For obvious reasons, it doesn’t work if there’s no light in the scene, and can have issues if there’s low light in the hidden scene itself. It also can get tripped up if light conditions change, like if the scene is outdoors and clouds are constantly moving across the sun, and with smartphone quality cameras the signal also gets weaker as you get farther away from the corner.
The researchers plan to address some of these challenges in future papers, and will also try to get it to work while in motion. The team will soon be testing it on a wheelchair, with the goal of eventually adapting it for cars and other vehicles.
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“If a little kid darts into the street, a driver might not be able to react in time,” says Bouman, “while we’re not there yet, a technology like this could one day be used to give drivers a few seconds of warning time and help in a lot of life-or-death situations.”
The work was supported, in part, by the DARPA REVEAL Program and will no doubt one day make its way out of the lab and into the real world.
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Disability Services Minister Helen Morton has praised the family of a Disability Justice Centre resident who absconded over the weekend, for returning the man to centre staff on Sunday.
According to the State Government, the Lockridge facility houses people with intellectual or cognitive disability, or autism spectrum disorder, who have been charged with an offence but, due to their disability, are deemed unfit to plead and are not able to stand trial.
Mrs Morton says she has been told that there is a fault in the internal fencing at the centre, where two men walked out of the centre on Saturday.
Gareth Parker spoke to the Minister on the 6PR Mornings about concerns from local residents about their safety following the escape.
Labor Member for Bassendean, Dave Kelly, called Gareth to respond to the claims made by the Disability Services Minister.
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To Teach or Not to Teach: Adjunct Work Can…
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To Teach or Not to Teach: Adjunct Work Can Come with a Hefty Price
By Deborah L. Cohen
August 1, 2012, 7:00 am CDT
David Crosson, a Philadelphia family law attorney, says “the market is just saturated with attorneys who need more resources.” Photo by Gene Smirnov.
Part-time teaching has always been a time-consuming and sometimes thankless pursuit. Even so, with a glut of attorneys competing for work in a down economy, more solos appear to be considering adjunct teaching jobs as a means to supplement their income and test an alternative career path.
“We’ve had an uptick,” says Michael Kaufman, associate dean for academic affairs at Loyola University Chicago School of Law, noting there has always been strong interest from alumni of the school. “In the last couple of years there’s been an increase, more from people who are not alums, who I think see adjunct teaching as an entrée to teaching generally.”
At Loyola, less than one-third of classes are taught by part-timers, whose average pay is about $1,000 per credit hour, or roughly $3,000 for a single course during a semester teaching practical skills such as advanced litigation and contracts. Kaufman stresses that adjunct work is rarely the path to a full-time faculty post.
Such statistics are no deterrent to David Crosson, a family law attorney in Philadelphia who hung out his shingle in 2010. Crosson has been trying for months to secure adjunct work at any of a number of law schools in his region, including Temple and Widener, to no avail. While he says he has always enjoyed helping others, his primary motivation is a bit of extra cash.
“The market is just saturated with attorneys who need more resources,” he says.
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Even when they do secure part-time teaching gigs, solos must carefully weigh the time commitment against available resources, something attorneys with small offices and limited staff find in short supply.
“I really failed to anticipate how much of an impact it would be to my practice, to have to take an afternoon to go teach,” says David Allen Hiersekorn, a Placentia, Calif., lawyer who has been teaching classes in wills, trusts and estates at Trinity Law School, his alma mater, since 2010. “I was killing two afternoons a week.”
“It’s not particularly lucrative work,” adds Hiersekorn, who estimates he probably brings in about $50 an hour, not including time doing preparation and grading. He recently limited his teaching schedule to evenings.
But Hiersekorn counters that there are many intangible benefits such as networking and exposure, not to mention educator discounts on computers and other merchandise.
And, of course, there is the satisfaction that comes from passing the torch to enthusiastic newcomers. One also gets a firsthand look at budding legal talent, says Hiersekorn, who recently hired a former student as an associate.
But unlike medical and business schools, law schools remain somewhat unaccommodating to the demands of practicing lawyers’ schedules, says Michael Braunstein, an emeritus law professor at Ohio State University.
Braunstein, who now has a land-use practice in Columbus, says his teaching credentials have given a significant boost to his dossier, often sealing the deal with prospective clients.
“There’s a certain amount of prestige that comes with it,” he says.
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E-News Poll Results 3/9/10
Is Congress gridlocked by partisanship? Does this mean further stagnation of the economy? See what our readers had to say and weigh in with your comments.
Here we present the results of the March 9
ASIE-News survey.
It's been suggested that Congress is broken - the two political parties fighting bitterly and polarized over key issues. Do you agree that Congress is gridlocked by partisanship?
Yes: 92.754%
No: 7.246%
Does this mean further stagnation for the economy?
No: 13.235%
“They need to all grow up. Maybe if we took away their health insurance, they could see what many of us have been through. I am sure Dick Cheney paid $0 for his recent surgery.”
“Without credit lines, small business is doomed. Government spending must stop for business to recover and the U.S. to survive as a nation.”
“As long as we keep electing lawyers and former Ivy League professors to Congress instead of common people who have actually had real jobs at one point in their lives, this is as good as it will ever get.”
“I feel both parties have their own agendas and are ignoring the needs and wants of the people.”
“It is disgraceful that our elected officials will not use their election promises to work together for common solutions to problems for the good of their constituents. No corporation can survive without working out difficult agreements on a daily basis. There can be no success for anyone with no action, no proposals, no diplomacy, no commitment. I cannot respect anyone who refuses to find some common solutions.”
“Gridlock in this Congress is good; (it) means no legislation at all. If no more legislation is passed, businesses can work within the known rules and move ahead. If more rules (i.e. healthcare) are going to be passed, then business will have to be stagnant until the rules are known.”
“It's OK that the government can’t get things done when what they want to do is so detrimental to the capitalist society that the U.S. is based on. We all need to realize that the entitlements that have been promised cannot be sustained and that free markets are the best way forward. When the Democrats that follow the leader are thrown out, progress will be made. Until then, gridlock may end up saving the country.”
“Every currently serving member (of Congress) should be kicked out.”
“Each side is trying to score points for their party, not work for the overall good. The Republicans don't want to solve any problems and don't want to even acknowledge that any problems exist.”
“The debate is healthy. We need one party in the White House and the other party in Congress. The Democratic party currently has too much power to control the agenda.”
“Congress is gridlocked because of greed, a public-be-damned attitude and the spurious need for ever-increasing campaign contributions from lobbyists.”
“I think there is no question that American business will not benefit from the health care plan as written. Also, this takes valuable energies away from creating tax breaks to grow business and working with countries that benefit from exporting to the U.S. to `encourage’ them to buy more American products.”
“Congress is NOT gridlocked because of partisanship. It's gridlocked because of bad policies and lack of constituent support of those ideas. The Dems have a clear majority but can't even agree among themselves. It is their bad judgment, overspending and overreaching that continue to cause problems in this economy!”
“The two-party system is flawed. No matter which party you belong to, recognize as FACT that our finances are a mess and ONLY those two parties are to blame.”
“Congress needs to stop catering to special interest groups and help small businesses that are the real driving force in employment and the economy.”
“There is a tremendous amount of old thinking with heels dug in at a time we need new ideas and action.”
“If the government let the free market work instead of interfering, we would all be better off - except for the elite class of bankers.”
“Capitol Hill is such a mess. It is like a bunch of little kids playing games, hurting us with their idiocy!”
“Unless the People (us) get vocal in a single voice and back it up to take back control of our employees in Washington, we are lost.”
“The Republican use of the filibuster is shameful.”
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Twitter partners with Sydney Mardi Gras
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras announces Twitter as a major partner for the 2016 festival.
Twitter is supporting the event by spreading the message of acceptance and diversity by utilising its tools and products in innovative ways. The social media platform will also participate in the parade.
This is the first time Twitter has been a partner to the Sydney event, with officials hoping it will help connect social media users, to share their stories.
Etihad appoints Lowe Open
Etihad Airways has appointed Lowe Open as its first global direct marketing agency following a competitive pitch.
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In addition to its work for Etihad, Lowe Open is developing direct marketing creative and providing additional data and analytics services to Etihad Airways, Global Loyalty Company and Etihad Guest, which are all part of the Etihad Aviation Group.
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Mayo heroes honoured at National Bravery Awards
Mayo Advertiser, Fri, Nov 08, 2013
From left: Martin Kavanagh, Patrick O'Donnell, Martin O'Donnell, and Sean McHale from Mayo who all received Certificates of Bravery from Ceann Comhairle Sean Barrett at the national ceremony awarded by Comhairle na Mire Gaile at Farmleigh House, Dublin. Photo: Maxwells
Five Mayo heroes were presented with national bravery awards at a ceremony in Farmleigh House on Friday November 1.
On the October 25 1997 a major rescue was under way in an area known as Lady’s Bay near Belderrig. A boat with a family of three and another person got into difficulty when the boat overturned after being hit by a wave. Sean McHale, Martin Kavanagh, Martin O’Donnell, and Patrick O’Donnell from Killala all played a part in that rescue which sadly took the lives of two people, one occupant of the boat and another person who was lost trying to rescue the others. Were it not for the seamanship, skill, ingenuity, and bravery of these four people more lives would have indeed been lost. For their efforts Sean McHale, Martin Kavanagh, Martin O’Donnell, and Patrick O’Donnell were each awarded a Certificate of Bravery.
At the same ceremony Aideen Ryan, also from Killala, was awarded a Certificate of Bravery for her role in a water rescue. On May 8 2002 a boat with a single male occupant floated out to sea at Doran’s Point. In his attempt to bring the boat back into shore the man got into difficulty. On realising the seriousness of the situation Aideen Ryan entered the water and with the assistance of another passer-by she succeeded in bringing both the man and his boat safely back to shore.
The awards presented were among 21 awards presented by Ceann Comhairle Seán Barrett.
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NACR opens new division in Lakeland
By Troy Geisler09 September 2016
North American Crane & Rigging’s cranes have already gone to work in Central Florida.
North American Crane & Rigging has begun operations at its new Southeast Division headquarters based in Lakeland, FL. NACR Southeast provides crane rental and rigging services in the greater central Florida area and throughout the country. This is the largest and most recent expansion for the Providence, RI-based company.
“We are excited to expand NACR’s growth into the Southeast,” said managing member Louis Izzo. “We already have the expertise to provide safe, quality crane and rigging service on projects of any scale, and the new division strengthens and increases the support we are able to offer our customers as well as greatly increases our geographical reach.”
NACR has a diverse fleet of mobile cranes, boom trucks, rough-terrain cranes, crawler cranes and tower cranes with capacities ranging from five to 550 tons. The company specializes in the Northeastern and Southeastern U.S., but transportation and long-term crane rentals are available nationwide.
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NAFDAC to ban paraquat, atrazine products in Nigeria
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says it will soon ban the use of Paraquat and Atrazine products by farmers in Nigeria.
The agency said it would mount evidence that the products hurt applicators and the environment.
Dr Husman Bukar, the Director, Veterinary Medicine and Allied Products Directorate, NAFDAC, said this at the launch of a herbicide (Lifeline), produced by United Phosphorous Limited (UPL).
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the product launched at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Ibadan, was also developed with UPL, IITA and Springfield Agro Company Lagos.
Bukar said the decision was coming at a time when new herbicides that are safer and environmentally friendly were being registered in Nigeria.
“A date for the ban has not been announced but it will happen very soon. Paraquat has been banned in several countries and we cannot continue to allow it to come into Nigeria,” he said.
He also announced stricter measures to curtail the use of Snipper (Dichlorvos or 2,2-dichlorovinyl dimethyl phosphate) in homes to end the abuse of the pesticide which in recent times had been associated with suicides in Nigeria.
“Recently, some suicide cases have been associated with people drinking Snipper, henceforth, we call on the agro-chemical industry to enhance their distribution channels so that this product (Snipper) gets to only accredited distributors and marketers.
“We have also placed a ban on the manufacture of smaller packs of Snipper which are easily purchased for household use.
“On the use of glyphosate by farmers, NAFDAC has placed a ban on glyphosate-based formulations with tallow-amine (an emulsifier and wetting agent for agrochemical formulations.
“Agrochemical companies have been given the grace period of between now and December 2019 to withdraw all glyphosate formulations with tallow-amine from the Nigerian market,” he said.
Also speaking, Mr Shanni Srivastava, the UPL Country Manager, said his company was working towards ensuring that only safer and environmentally friendly herbicides are introduced in the Nigerian market for the benefit of farmers.
He said the debut of Lifeline was to offer a better and safer alternative to paraquat which in several countries in Africa had been banned.
On his part, the President of the Maize Farmers Association of Nigeria, Mr Aminu Abubakar, described Lifeline as an excellent weed control herbicide in maize.
Abubakar said that most of the maize farmers were now using the product and commended UPL for inaugurating the product in Nigeria.
He also commended IITA and Springfield Agrochemicals for collaborating with UPL to ensure that Nigerian farmers benefited from the innovation.
Mr Tope Olabokunde, a cassava farmer, who participated in the Technologies for African Agriculture Transformation (TAAT) programme where Lifeline was used by researchers from IITA, said the product was a good controller of weeds.
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by Mitchell Bard
A pro-BDS demonstration. Photo: Wikimedia Commons.
The antisemitic BDS movement never had a serious impact on Israel; it had no impact whatsoever on Israeli policy, and has failed to accomplish its objectives of isolating Israel, turning it into a South Africa-like pariah state and denying the Jewish people their right to self-determination in their homeland. Last year, the movement failed on an epic scale and were humiliated by the very people they claim to represent and were rejected by Arab states that were the original boycotters.
It has always been farcical that people thousands of miles away would claim to speak for Palestinians who want nothing to do with them. Palestinians prefer jobs in settlements that allow them to feed their families to pretentious pseudo-intellectual claptrap spouted by professors about colonialism and intersectionality. Palestinians and Israelis interact every day and know that impotent nudniks from abroad won’t do anything to improve their plight, and appear all the more sanctimonious by ignoring the corruption and human rights abuses of Palestinian Authority (PA) and Hamas officials, not to mention the slaughter and displacement of Palestinians in Syria.
We know that some of the loudest Palestinian voices excoriating Israel have not hesitated to “collaborate” when their lives are at stake. The Palestinian Authority’s leaders continue security cooperation with Israel for one principal reason — to protect themselves from Hamas. Those same leaders have prevented sick Palestinians from getting access to Israel’s world-class health care, but when Saeb Erekat (a serial liar, who, for example, falsely claimed Israel committed a massacre in Jenin) got COVID, where did he go for treatment? Hadassah Hospital in Israel’s capital.
Speaking of COVID, the latest calumny coming from BDSers and other antisemites is that Israel is denying the Palestinians medical equipment and vaccines. The truth, of course, is that Israel has provided both — but the Palestinian Authority has refused to accept most of the aid it has been offered. Just chalk up one more blood libel to the demonizers.
Yes, BDS advocates continue to make noise on college campuses, but they have been just as ineffectual as the Palestine Solidarity Movement that came before and the various Arab student groups that preceded them. Forced off campus, they have been whistling into the wind. Sure Jewish students face discomfort, but my generation and others that faced the antisemites of our time didn’t need safe spaces or Title VI protection to face them down. Don’t get me wrong, I’m glad that students today have more support than we did, but I fear that we are encouraging more snowflakes than warriors.
Much of the support for students today is an outgrowth of the hysteria when it seemed BDS was gaining a foothold on campus. The movement reached its apex in 2014-2015 when 27 universities adopted divestment resolutions. That number has dwindled to three in each of the last two academic years. Meanwhile, university presidents have condemned the resolutions and said they would not change their relationships with Israel, many of which have grown stronger in recent years. The futility of these divestment campaigns has led to their gradual abandonment as a tool of demonization.
As I’ve written many times, the greater threat is from faculty. We were given reminders of that in the last few weeks as the antisemitic ravings of some professors were publicized.
More important, the real impact of the BDS movement in the United States has been to produce a backlash that has rippled beyond the campus. This year South Dakota, Oklahoma, and Missouri joined the group of 32 states that have now adopted laws, executive orders, or resolutions to discourage boycotts against Israel.
Also this year, the Trump administration issued an Executive Order clarifying that Title VI of the Civil Rights Act protects Jews — just as it does every other race, color, national origin, and ethnicity — from discrimination at taxpayer-funded universities.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the BDS movement is antisemitic, and that the government would bar any groups that participate in it from government funding. The US “strongly opposes the global discriminatory boycott, divestment, and sanctions (BDS) campaign,” a statement from Pompeo said, “and practices that facilitate it, such as discriminatory labeling and the publication of databases of companies that operate in Israel or Israeli-controlled areas.” He also asserted that “anti-Zionism is antisemitism.”
The State Department also now uses the IHRA definition of antisemitism, which includes examples of when attacks on Israel cross the line from legitimate criticism to antisemitism.
Thank you BDS movement, for helping our government clarify its position. Hopefully, universities that cling to the intellectually dishonest position that they cannot eradicate antisemitism from their campuses because they can’t or refuse to define it, will adopt the IHRA definition as well.
The incoming Biden administration should be expected to remain vigilant and unrelenting in fighting antisemitism. A year ago, Joe Biden expressed his opinion, which he reiterated throughout the campaign: “I’ve been clear: the calls here in the United States to boycott, divest from, and sanction Israel are wrong. Period. The BDS movement singles out Israel — home to millions of Jews — in a way that is inconsistent with the treatment of other nations, and it too often veers into antisemitism, while letting Palestinians off the hook for their choices.”
The BDS movement never had a chance of gaining a foothold in the United States. Elsewhere, especially Western Europe, the situation has been different. Even there, however, BDS advocates have been put on the defensive, most notably in Germany, where the Bundestag condemned the BDS campaign in 2019, and Austria did the same in 2020.
I regularly tweet #BDSFails. Here are a few examples from 2020:
Spanish Court Strikes Down Another “Discriminatory” Municipal BDS Pledge.
Microsoft to establish major cloud data center in Israel.
Israel and Australia sign water deal.
Norwegian MPs reject bill seeking to label settlement goods and announces it will ignore UN “blacklist” of companies that do business with Israel.
Balearic Islands passed a bill condemning any form of antisemitism.
Universal becomes first major music label to open a branch in Israel.
Germany prosecutes BDS activists who interrupted speech by Israel Knesset member.
Spain adopts International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s definition of antisemitism.
Israeli companies sign military and commercial contracts with countries around the world, including India, Switzerland, Greece, the UK, Italy, and the Czech Republic.
Bahrain refused special labels for Judea and Samaria goods.
Not only have the BDSers failed to make Israel an outcast, but the Jewish state also now has relations with more countries than ever before — at least 167 of the 193 UN member states — with Bhutan becoming the latest in December.
The biggest, if not last nail in the BDS coffin, was the UAE, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco establishing diplomatic relations with Israel. These countries that once participated in the Arab League boycott are rapidly building commercial ties with the Jewish state. The Palestinian veto over peace between Israel and the Arab/Muslim world has been shattered.
If this were a sporting event, the crowd would be singing, “Na na na na, na na na na, hey hey, goodbye.”
Mitchell Bard is a foreign policy analyst and authority on US-Israel relations who has written and edited 22 books, including The Arab Lobby, Death to the Infidels: Radical Islam’s War Against the Jews, and After Anatevka: Tevye in Palestine.
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Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa viewing the Westerly Sunrise Exhibition
It is quite normal to expect rain and chilly breezes of early March in England; so normal that everything goes on as usual. Things went on more than normal on 7 and 8 March when the Ahmadiyya Archive and Research Centre opened the doors of Masroor Hall in Islamabad for local neighbours.
In the hall stood an exhibition themed “The Westerly Sunrise” where history of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat in Britain was depicted in pictorial form with supporting text. The first wing brought to life the Jamaat’s history from the time of the Holy Founder of the Ahmadiyya Jamaat in Islam, Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad, on whom be peace; his correspondence with Queen Victoria where he introduced her to the message of Islam and invited her to accept it was also explained here.
The visuals in this wing included title pages of the first editions of the following books that carried this message: Aina-e-Kamalat-e-Islam, Nur-ul-Haq and Star of the Empress.
Covered too were the Promised Messiah’sas correspondence with the British-Indian Government in relation to the teachings of Islam regarding coexistence in a society like the British-India and to not to take up arms against just and tolerant rulers like the British.
Tour guides would tell guests about the Promised Messiah’sas work “Jehad and the British Government”, how he got it printed in bulk, arranged for distribution in areas of major uprisings like Peshawar and the North-Western Province and how he offered government officials to provide more copies of the work to circulate them at a wider scale.
The foundation of the Ahmadiyya Jamaat’s London Mission in 1913 naturally caught the attention of visitors of the exhibition and more so, the 1924 England tour of Hazrat Mirza Bashiruddin Mahmud Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih IIra.
Visitors found it fascinating to learn that Hazrat Khalifatul Masih IIra was invited all the way from India to address the Conference of Living Religions of the Empire by School of Oriental Studies and the Sociological Society, the conference being a part of the British Empire Exhibition.
Associated with this episode was the story of the corner-stone laying of the Fazl Mosque – London’s first mosque. As the majority of visitors were from the local neighbourhood of Islamabad – who have only known us since 1984 – the story of the Fazl Mosque extended their knowledge of the Jamaat’s history to almost a hundred years back.
The next part of the exhibition shed light on the literature produced by Hazrat Khalifatul Masih IIra directly addressing the officials of the British-Indian government. Guests were given a glimpse of this rich literature that provided insight into Quranic teachings on inter-faith harmony, inter-communal coexistence, loyalty to the rulers and also on political themes when it came to handing over the governance of India to the Indian people and, for that matter, the drawing of a boundary to divide the subcontinent into two countries: India and Pakistan.
Great interest was shown in the remarks of Edwin Samuel Montagu – then Secretary of State for India – during his visit to Lahore. He had expressed that of all advice received by social and political circles of India, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih II’sra was the most thoroughly researched, thought over and one based on realistic expectations.
The photograph of Hazrat Khalifatul Masih IIIrh, stepping out of the Fazl Mosque would usually hold the gaze of visitors when told that it was in this mosque that he launched a grand-scale humanitarian scheme to alleviate the sufferings of the under-privileged parts of Africa.
The Nusrat Jehan Scheme, as it is called, has had hundreds of Ahmadis leaping forward to contribute towards the noble cause; the most prominent of such devotees being Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmadaa, the current head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, when he first devoted his life in early 1970s.
Huzooraa lived in Ghana for many years and served on educational and agricultural fronts, before returning to Pakistan after great services spanning over almost a decade-and-a-half.
The migration of Khilafat-e-Ahmadiyya from Pakistan to London is a story that most locals knew about, but it worked as a reminder of many details that can fade in memories with time. This wing of the exhibition caught attention as the migration and the purchase of the land of Islamabad had happened like twin-birth.
A spike in interest could be visibly seen as guests walked on to the wing that focused on Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa – the great man who is their neighbour, as described by a number of local-resident visitors of the exhibition.
Most local residents have visited Islamabad on several occasions, but the displayed aerial view of the newly refurbished Islamabad caught the eye of many guests. What they had always seen as rundown barracks, weathered by the flight of time, did most definitely serve as a feast for their eyes – or anyone’s eyes for that matter; it is a spectacular view of the Mubarak Mosque, Huzoor’saa offices and the attached residential colony.
This led to the final wing of the exhibition where guests could see a glimpse of how dignitaries, intellectuals and heads of states take pride in having an audience with Huzooraa, where they get a chance to be enlightened about contemporary affairs concerning their religious, social, economic, national and international interests.
Highlight of the exhibition
The exhibition had been up for only a few hours on Saturday, 7 March, when Huzooraa blessed it with his presence. After leading the Asr prayer, Huzooraa walked to Masroor Hall and visited the exhibition, graciously viewing the displays, asking about various related issues and providing insightful guidance.
The organisers, Ahmadiyya Archive and Research Centre, felt very fortunate and privileged that Huzooraa took time out of his extremely busy schedule and walked through every aisle and wing of the exhibition.
Prominent guests
Pat Evans, the Mayor of Farnham and Mary Foryszewski, Mayor of Waverley Borough Council (the home-borough of Islamabad, Tilford) both took time out to visit the exhibition in the early part of Saturday afternoon. Both have been very good friends of the Jamaat and have seen Islamabad flourish into what it is today, yet the historical material displayed in the exhibition opened new avenues for their perception about the Jamaat.
Both the mayors stayed in the exhibition for more than an hour respectively to go through the whole exhibition.
Comments by guests
Most visitors expressed a great deal of appreciation in their remarks that they jotted down in the visitor’s book. We present only a few that represent the spirit of all remarks by the visitors:
“What a privilege to be a neighbour of His Holiness”.
“What a fascinating experience”.
“This exhibition has given a new dimension to my perception about the Ahmadiyya”.
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Sky Map (Star Chart): June 2018
Printable Star Map
By Jeff DeTray from AstronomyBoy.com
Jeff DeTray
Look up with the June 2018 sky map to navigate the stars and constellations in the night sky. On this page is both a color sky map and a black and white printable map to bring outside!
Click-and-Print Sky Map
Just click here or on the image below to open the printable map—then bring outside!
Highlight for May: A Celestial String of Pearls
The June sky brings to mind a romantic stanza by German poet Christian Johann Heinrich Heine (1797–1856) in “Of Pearls and Stars”:
The pearly treasures of the sea,
The lights that spatter heaven above,
More precious than these wonders are
My heart-of-hearts filled with your love.
The planets of our solar system always appear to be moving among the stars. In fact, our word “planet” is derived from the Greek word for “wanderer.” The earliest records of ancient cultures demonstrate their recognition that while most of the lights in the night sky (the stars) always remained in fixed positions, a few “stars” appeared to wander. Five such “wanderers” were known to the ancients: Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn. These are the “naked-eye planets,” those that can be seen without any optical aid.
From our Earthly point of view, the apparent movements of the planets are surprisingly complex. All of them, including Earth, orbit (revolve around) the Sun, each at a different rate. Mercury takes only 88 days to make a trip around the Sun; a Mercurian year lasts just 88 days. The orbital period of the Earth, of course, is 365 days. When we get to Saturn, its year lasts 10,759 days—more than 29 of our years.
One result of these differing orbital periods is that each planet appears to move against the starry background at a different speed, and sometimes in a different direction. Mercury moves rapidly, Saturn quite slowly, the others somewhere in between.
Despite their different orbital speeds, every so often the movements of the planets bring them into interesting alignments. Sometimes, two or more planets appear quite near each other in the sky, a conjunction. In June 2018, a very different alignment occurs: Three bright planets, plus a bright star, are stretched like a long string of pearls across the sky.
The brightest of the gems is Jupiter, the King of Planets, on the far right of this month’s map. Jupiter reached its brightest for 2018 a few weeks ago and is now slowly fading. However, it remains quite brilliant all through June.
June 2018 Sky Map
Click here or on image below to enlarge this map (PDF).
Sky map produced using Chris Marriott’s Skymap Pro
Moving to the left, we encounter not a planet but the bright star Antares, the heart of the constellation Scorpius the Scorpion. The star’s name means “equal to Ares [Mars].” Antares has an orangish or reddish hue, very similar to the coloration of the planet Mars, which is shown on the far left of our map. Compare the two and see if you think that Antares’ color is indeed “equal to Mars.”
Near the center of the map is our third pearl, the planet Saturn, named for Saturnus, the Roman god of agriculture. Whereas Jupiter gradually dims throughout June, Saturn grows slowly brighter.
On the left lies Mars, the Red Planet. Although nearly the same color as the star Antares, Mars is much brighter and grows steadily more brilliant throughout June.
If you find yourself in a truly dark location, look for a fifth pearl, the minor planet 4 Vesta, not far from Saturn and near the center of the sky map. Minor planets are bits of material left over from the formation of the solar system. The numeral “4” in its name indicates that Vesta was the fourth minor planet to be discovered, in 1807. Vesta is 326 miles in diameter and the brightest known minor planet, of which several hundred thousand have so far been discovered.
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Sea ice continues to break up south and west of St. Lawrence Island. Ice floes from very small to over 100 feet in diameter are found west of Gambell. Thirty miles west of Gambell there is very heavy pack ice still present. Sea ice remains compact against the north shore. There is a large lead between the east coast and the pack ice offshore (see the satellite images).
There is now extensive open water west of Wales although shorefast ice is still present along the coast. Satellite images show the breakup of Bering Strait extending into the southern Chukchi Sea with some very large floes drifting southward in the strait. The edge of the shorefast ice continues to erode north of Shishmaref with fractures and leads now visible in the imagery. The shorefast edge is still several miles offshore.
5 to 10 Day Outlook
Winds are now NW 25 knots (30 mph) pushing sea ice down on the north shore of St. Lawrence Island, and pushing various size floes southward through the Bering Strait. The storm over southwest Alaska will drift slowly northward Saturday and stall out east of Bering Strait where it weakens. Thus winds will become lighter Saturday night and Sunday, being less than NW 15 knots (20 mph). Winds will increase on Monday, 14 May to 20 knots (25 mph) from the SE as a new low moves into the central Bering Sea. This low will slowly drift northward keeping the winds SE greater than 30 knots (35 mph) at St. Lawrence and S 25 knots (30 mph) on Wednesday. Winds will weaken on Friday and remain weak and variable through the weekend. Winds increase on Monday, 21 May to S 20 knots (25 mph).
The weather has been way below freezing and windy thus far, with prevailing NE winds and the snow remaining packed and frozen on the ground. Large, low profile floes dominate the area with more and more open water by the day. The open water to the northwest may extend all the way to the Siberian coast.
Several boats try to go out every day but most return reporting high winds and rough seas further off the shore. Yesterday many boats went out in all directions taking whatever leads they could find among the large floes. A few ran into walrus about 10-15 miles out west and northwest. Several got walrus with babies. To the southwest floes are more compact with less open water. As the wind picked up opening up large leads, wind driven swells increased making the water rough. Cranes were first reported flying over the village about a week ago.
Comments from Nome
14 May 2012 - Fred Tocktoo
Most of the landfast ice is gone. Norton Sound ice is on the move, so it's going to go back and forth towards the shores with currents and wind driven actions that blow ice flows towards the beaches of the Nome area for another couple of weeks until it's all gone.
Yesterday (10 May) evening, Nome's shore ice started to break off on the outer portions of the landfast ice, which at a quarter of a mile or less in some places is making it easier for hunters to pull their small hunting boats for small sea mammal hunting. Hunters have been hunting seals the last week or so. Soon, as more travel on the Norton Sound becomes available, walrus will be hunted. Weather wise, it has been a very slow meltdown with about 40°F at the average and not warmer than 45°F the last several weeks.
Winds have been northerly so far this week, maintaining a lead along the shorefast ice which ends in a corner that has varied from 2 to 5 miles north. There are other leads offshore from the shorefast ice and strips of pack ice which show as water and ice sky. Pack ice is moving south with the wind-driven current.
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Home Page > AromaWeb in the Media > Awards and Reviews
Below are the Web site awards and other noteworthy "cool site" type reviews and kudos that AromaWeb has received. Most were received during AromaWeb's first few years online. Although many of the sites and companies shown below are no longer in operation, I keep this page available for its nostalgic value.
AromaWeb proudly wore the cool little sunglasses icon next to its name within Yahoo!'s Aromatherapy category. Those glasses indicated that AromaWeb was chosen by Yahoo!'s editors as the most informative Web site within the aromatherapy category.
AromaWeb was honored with the prestigious Associate of the Month Award from Amazon.com for the month of July, 2001. Amazon.com selects only one Associate of the Month out of one million associates.
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New Zealand's very popular Xtra portal included a "What's Cool This Week" column in its weekly newsletter. Xtra listed AromaWeb as one of its ten cool sites for the week of September 8, 2003.
The International Association of Webmasters and Designers awarded AromaWeb with the Golden Web Award in 2002 and 2003 in recognition of AromaWeb's creativity, integrity and excellence on the Web.
HealthAtoZ is a comprehensive search engine in health and medicine that receives over 3 million hits per month. On March 30, 1998, they wrote to say: "We congratulate you on having developed an excellent site and are pleased to inform you that it has been awarded a 4-Star HealthAtoZ Rating! Only a select number of sites receive this rating, and with so many web sites vying for attention, we feel that it is important to recognize those sites that offer high-quality information, support, and other health-related services."
On April 14, 2003, ByRegion.net selected AromaWeb for its "Best of Website" award in its Healers category.
4anything.com has selected AromaWeb as its "Editors Choice" for its aromatherapy category on 4aromatherapy.com. They write: "EDITOR'S CHOICE: Wonderful place to start learning about aromatherapy! Here you'll find recipes, definitions of terms, retailer listings and recommended books."
On November 19, 1997, AromaWeb was featured as a Starting Point Health Hot Site. Thank you so much to everyone that voted for AromaWeb as a Starting Point Hot Site!
The Web Magazine, now out of publication, provided a nice review of AromaWeb on August 28, 1997: "...Waft through this handsome site to find aromatherapy recipes, reviews of recommended books, or follow your nose to suggested links." AromaWeb was ranked with the following score (a "5" being the highest): CONTENT 4 DESIGN 4 LINKS 4 OVERALL 4.
Whatsnew.com's Internet Cool Site of the Day awarded AromaWeb the Cool Site of the Day award on October 9, 1997.
AromaWeb was awarded a seat on The Top 10 Web Site for the week beginning October 10, 1997 (their award weeks begin on Fridays).
AromaWeb was chosen Cool Site of the Nite on December 18, 1997. Cool Site of the Nite writes: "Your site... will be the featured 'Cool Site of the Nite'... based upon it's content, page and graphic design and overall contribution to those who see it.
Web Site of the Day
AromaWeb was the Tipomatic Web Site of the Day on November 3, 1999. They write: "You can find everything from an explanation and history of aromatherapy to recipes for a variety of aromatherapy health and beauty aids on this informative site. There is a page where you can buy aromatherapy products and two other pages listing books and magazines on the subject. Most importantly, one of the pages discusses safety information about aromatherapy practices and products. Whether you believe in the power of aromatherapy or not, the recipes and products, such as soap, are still useful. Check it out. —Carla Joy"
Infoseek (Go Network)
Infoseek (Go Network) has given AromaWeb three stars within their Aromatherapy category. They write: "A complete resource: aromatherapy history, essential oils list, and description, recipes, tips, safety info, links, magazines and books.
New Age Journal
The print magazine New Age Journal selected AromaWeb as one of its Web Watch sites for its February, 1998 issue. New Age Journal writes: "Wake up and smell this Web site, which is redolent with relevant information on aromatherapy. For the novice, there are articles providing a general overview of the subject, and a section of tips for beginners. Experienced aromatherapists will delight in following recipes for everything from carpet deodorizer to shampoo."
On October 20, 1997, AromaWeb was chosen as That's Useful, This is Cool's Useful site of the day. TUTIC says: "'If you expect or hope that aromatherapy will cure a major illness or totally relieve a psychological ailment such as stress, you will probably be in for a disappointment.' Starting off with those refreshing words, maintainer Wendy Robbins then proceeds to tell us what aromatherapy can realistically do, which is quite a bit, especially in support of other therapies. As TUTIC's Mom would say, 'Couldn't hurt, might even help.' Plus it smells good. Articles, recipes for aromatherapy blends, book reviews and more."
On February 15, 2002, Yahbooks Publishing selected AromaWeb as their Featured Web Site. Yahbooks wrote: "With over 70 different aromas to look for online, this is the closest you'll get to smelling the scents on the Web. Aromaweb.com provides you with everything you ever wanted to know about essential oils. From the history of aromatherapy, oil profiles, safety practices, to aromatherapy recipes, this site is has become the most scentsational. Whether you are a beginner or an aroma enthusiast, this is one site to see." Yahbooks is the publishers of the Kids & Family Internet Guide, High School Internet Guide and the College Internet Guide.
WebSideStory's Picks of the Week
On December 29, 1997, AromaWeb was selected as one of WebSideStory's Picks of the Week. WebSideStory writes: "We sniffed this one out because of the helpful information for those of you who are interested in essential oils and aromatherapy. Test your sensory neurons with such recipes as Citrus Shower Gel and Mouthwash. You'll also find archives of featured articles with safety information, tips for beginners and more. The Aroma Web index has information from benefits of lemon to Perfume Recipes.
BigYellow
AromaWeb is a reviewed site in the Alternative Medicine category. BigYellow writes: "If you're interested in aromatherapy, this site is a must. Find out what constitutes essential oils, investigate links, and take note of suggested book titles. There's even some some recipes for hand lotion, balms, etc. for you to try."
Snap! Online
In the Aromatherapy channel, the Snap! Directory Team writes the following about AromaWeb: "Explore the art of aromatherapy and the use of essential oils here. Learn the properties of specific oils and how to use them. Aromatherapy courses, measurement charts and reviews of online companies combine to make this a value-added site."
On July 7, 2000, Spirit Search wrote AromaWeb and said: "AromaWeb has been chosen to receive the new Gloria Award for an outstanding website from Spirit Search at http://spiritsearch.com.
Each month only 5 websites are carefully chosen for this award. Some of the criteria judged are useful informational content, design, and the ease of loading time and navigation. Recipient's are listed in our "Web's Best" directory at http://spiritsearch.com/websbest."
Susan Wilkins-Hubley of herplanet.com wrote on July 6, 1999 to say: "Your site https://www.aromaweb.com/ has been chosen as a HerPlanet.com Select Site. This award cannot be applied for- it is given by the HerPlanet.com staff to sites showing excellence in overall site appearance and content."
GeoCities HotSprings Featured Site
AromaWeb was given the honor of becoming a GeoCities HotSprings Featured Site on October 16, 1997. Geocites writes: "Provides a wealth of aromatherapy information not available anywhere else on the net."
On November 14, 1997, Bill Darling of The Critical Mass writes: "A very nice site, excellent design, beautiful original graphics, and your content is informative, entertaining, presented well and easy to access. A worthy enterprise and a positive contribution to the Web."
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After Kizuna Re II, expect more Japanese catastrophe bonds: Moody’s
2nd April 2014 - Author: Artemis
Credit rating agency Moody’s said in a report that the recent completion of the Kizuna Re II Ltd. catastrophe bond is a credit positive event for sponsor Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire and could spur issuance of more Japanese cat bonds.
Moody’s notes that the Kizuna Re II catastrophe bond is the first time that a cat bond has provided a private insurer with fully collateralized catastrophe protection for Japanese earthquake risk covering commercial and industrial exposures using an indemnity trigger.
This is important, both the use of an indemnity trigger for what more complex risks and simply the fact that it covers more than residential exposures, which have been more typical of other Japan quake cat bonds. Industrial and commercial exposure in Japan is huge, to earthquake and also to other perils such as typhoon risks.
If more of these risks are gradually ceded to the capital markets through cat bonds it will please investors as a source of diversification will grow in the ILS market. However, some investors may not be so keen on the complex nature of industrial or commercial portfolios of risk, so these cat bonds may not be for everyone.
Moody’s explains that since the March 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami, the transfer of Japanese earthquake risks into the traditional reinsurance market has not been a smooth affair. With traditional reinsurance being Japanese property and casualty insurers main source of risk transfer, tapping the capital markets to diversify sources of cover increases in importance.
The use of an indemnity trigger as a protective feature within the cat bond helps to shield Tokio Marine from the basis risk, whereby a non-indemnity catastrophe bond’s trigger does not fully match actual loss, that can arise with the use of index or parametric triggers, commented Moody’s.
The successful completion of Kizuna Re II will also benefit other Japanese property and casualty insurers, said Moody’s. It sets a precedent for transferring commercial and industrial earthquake exposures in Japan to the capital markets, which could benefit the likes of Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance and Sompo Japan in future as well.
Moody’s believes that Japanese insurers like Mitsui and Sompo are also keen to diversify their sources of risk capital for their own earthquake exposures, which may suggest that these insurers will also look to the cat bond market in the future.
Moody’s confirmed, saying that it expects more Japanese insurers to follow Tokio Marine’s lead and issue their own catastrophe bonds, taking advantage of the increasing acceptance of more complex Japanese exposures and the growing appetite for risk in securitised form among institutional investors.
Tagged as: Cat bond, Catastrophe bond, Insurance linked securities, japan, japanese, Kizuna Re II Ltd
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For Yinka Shonibare, Possession Is a Function of Economic and Social Class
By Robert Ayers
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Yinka Shonibare MBE, The British Library, 2014, mixed media, dimensions variable, installation view.
PHOEBE D’HEURLE/©YINKA SHONIBARE MBE/COURTESY JAMES COHAN, NEW YORK
Yinka Shonibare MBE’s latest show in New York was something of a micro-retrospective including the artist’s celebrated photo series Dorian Gray (2001) and the huge installation Victorian Philanthropist’s Parlour (1996-7), last seen at the Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia in 2014.
Yinka Shonibare MBE, The British Library (detail), 2014, mixed media, dimensions variable, installation view.
The show, however, was dominated by The British Library (2014), a work originally commissioned in the UK and installed at the Old Reference Library at Brighton Museum and Art Gallery. The complete piece contains 10,000 books, though only 6,000 were included here. Shonibare bound them in the brightly colored Dutch wax-printed fabric with which his work is nowadays immediately associated. Names were embossed in gold on the spines of many of the books. These turn out to be those of individuals who were either immigrants to Britain or the children of immigrants. Scattered among them were also names of people who have spoken out against immigration.
Some are more familiar than others: on one shelf Gerry Rafferty (pop singer of “Baker Street” fame, born in Scotland of Irish parents) sits adjacent to Expressionist painter Oskar Kokoschka (born in Austria). On another shelf, Shonibare’s own volume is nestled between Austrian-born Theologian Fredrich von Hügel and Prince Harry’s sometime girlfriend Chelsy Davy (born in Zimbabwe in 1985).
Shonibare’s central point is simple enough. British life would be that much poorer absent the contributions of these immigrants, and the impoverishment would be clear at every cultural level. Besides those already mentioned, other names figure in: of soccer players, writers, politicians, TV personalities, actors, and—probably just as importantly—plenty of people you’ve never heard of.
Yinka Shonibare MBE, Victorian Philanthropist’s Parlour, 1996–97, mixed media, 102 x 192 x 209 inches, installation view.
That cultural life functions at many levels simultaneously is a recurrent theme in Shonibare’s art. So is the issue of possession, which is determined by economic and social class. A library is a particularly ordered accumulation of things that are possessed, and—for an artist as focused on colonialism as Shonibare—it inevitably echoes another kind of possession: slavery. Thus, Shonibare suggests, while the immigrants he identifies contribute something to Britishness, Britain strips them of some part of themselves in accepting them.
Shonibare’s work has been tightly focused on racial and cultural politics for as long as he has been in the public eye. It is an indication of his art’s depth and complexity that, given our current political realities, his work requires no reinterpretation. It just seems more relevant than ever.
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Culinary Adventure with Jonathan Gold
December 4, 2009 by Scott Timberg Leave a Comment
THE food writing of Jonathan Gold is so vivid, colorful and at times almost embarrassingly sensual that as a reader, it’s not hard to feel you are actually along for the ride with him as he seeks out restaurants dedicated to, say, regional Mexican cuisine, a groovy wine bar or the street food of urban southeast Asia.
But it’s even more delectable to be able to follow the celebrated scribe to a meal in a foreign city, as yours truly was able to do during the international book festival in Guadalajara. Somehow I’d spent a day and a half and not had much of what Mexicans call “tipica” cuisine — some fine enchiladas at the hotel, and some white wines from Baha, both decent but not memorable.
The first excursion came after Gold appeared in a panel on LA writers and humor, which also included writers Jerry Stahl and Paul Beatty. (Gold recalled his days editing the LA Weekly‘s humor column: “I thought what would make it distinctive,” he said, “is that nothing in it would be funny.”)
After the panel, a caravan of us followed Gold and his journalist wife Laurie Ochoa to what seemed like a remote neighborhood, Tlaquepaque, for a restaurant called El Parian. The cab driver seemed a bit confused by our request to head there, telling us (we thought) that we’d have to walk a long way after he dropped us off and that we’d know where we were because we’d see, “too many restaurants, too many artistanos, too many mariachis.” I could not tell — as we used to say in high school — if this was a threat or a promise.
The meal ended up being very good: Many of us, including The Misread City, got birria — a dish of stewed meat that is usually goat but here was calf. The restaurant’s speciality is what may be the largest drink in the world: Mostly fruit, ice, triple sec, with a large shot of tequila on the side, its container is so large it is marked “BAR” — the quotes are theirs, not mine — presumably so it is not confused with a large soup bowl. (Across from me was UK-to-LA novelist Geoff Nicholson, an excellent guy whose Psycho-Gourmet blog I am digging.)
Gold said of the day’s eating that he had consumed so much beef that he was constructing a cow in his stomach, piece by piece. (Now I know why he turned down the offer of the very fine pickled pig skins I was nibbling on.)
Somehow, by the way, the mariachis never showed up, though Gold, Ochoa, and novelist Mark Danielewski ended up, after the meal, at a bar at which two musicians serenaded them and a couple of drug lords who had footed an enormous bill for the performance.
The second night was longer and harder to explain — all I will say of it is that Gold led us to a very cool bar at which we seemed to be the only gringos. And I think the man’s reputation must precede him, even abroad — a plate of what looked like pig’s feet, served with lime and a chile paste, showed up next to Gold before, I think, anyone had had a moment to even order a beer.
Photo credit: I will not compromise the man’s privacy by posting his picture, so here is a cow.
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Point of use / entry
Point of use (PoU) systems can alert consumers via apps exactly when filters need changing. How far can this data go? How will technologies eventually be grouped together to offer an ‘iPhone’ type sales experience? Our article investigates the drivers and developments in the PoU market.
Point of Use geographical market split
In a post-Flint water crisis era, the market for point of use (PoU) systems could see substantial growth beyond the traditional countries of China, India and wider Asia.
Estimates from BlueTech Research suggest that annually 80 million PoU units are shipped, with China accounting for 15 million.
In its 2019 insight report on PoU, the company estimated the geographical market split with Americas accounting for 40 per cent, Asia-Pacific 35 per cent and Europe, Middle East and Africa 25 per cent.
Prices vary from as low as $50 for lower-end products, right through to $2000 for the high end, leading to a market size in the region of billions of dollars.
Traditional market drivers
Consumer concerns over drinking water taste and odour have historically driven the market but now questions over water quality are becoming a major factor.
Low-income households in developing countries lacking municipal water infrastructure have historically purchased PoU systems to help avoid risks of illnesses from consuming microbiologically unsafe water.
Furthermore, increasing industrial activities in South East Asia have led to groundwater contamination from heavy metals and other contaminants. As a result, PoU systems in these markets are suggested to be seen "as a complementing solution rather than competition to utilities".
Historically, when trust in tap water quality and water utilities is high, such as in the Netherlands, for example, the market for PoU systems generally remains very small. However, this could soon start to change.
"While domestic use of PoU and Point of Entry (PoE) systems is already a firmly established trend in India and China, we see this concern growing in the US and Europe as people become more aware of issues such as the range of micropollutants that are not necessarily removed from drinking water by utilities, such as pharmaceutical by-products, for example," says Paul O'Callaghan, CEO of BlueTech Research.
Post Flint-bounce
The Flint water crisis continues to come up in discussions on water quality and the role of water utilities.
It was in 2014 when a new pipeline was under construction and the city water supply was switched to the Flint River. Shortly afterwards reports emerged of changes to the water's colour, smell and taste. Tests from the EPA and Virginia Tech in 2015 found higher than normal levels of lead in the water of residents' homes.
"When water quality issues reach the news, people start searching for solutions so that the problem does not affect them (too much)," says consultant Dr Corina Carpentier, ecotoxicologist and managing director of Benten Water Solutions.
"In the case of water quality, people generally see two options: switch to drinking bottled water, or install a PoU treatment device."
Interestingly, the following website shows how news items affect what people search for, using the example of the Flint water crisis a few years ago. Despite the 2,700 different search items associated with the crisis, it was only until the President stepped in that the search traffic jumped.
"Local news cycles do not generate as many searches as national news: searches spiked when President Obama made a statement about it," adds Carpentier. "Important to notice is also that as soon as the item disappears from the news, interest seems to disappear quickly as well. Thus, sales agents need to make the most of things in a fairly short period during and just after a water quality event. Even events as impactful as Flint do not seem to have a lasting effect."
PFAS drivers
Another issue driving consumer awareness to look for PoU solutions is the widespread discovery of the family of chemicals known as Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), says Chris Wilker, executive VP of new business at the Canature WaterGroup and past President of the Water Quality Association (WQA).
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is working on setting a maximum contaminant level (MCL), as part of a wider action plan.
According to the WQA, its Consumer Research Study showed significant increases in consumer awareness and concern related to the quality and safety of their drinking water from the previous 2017 survey.
This increase in awareness and concern was consistent between consumers being served by private wells or by centralised or municipal supply, the organisation added.
"There is no shortage of traditional and social media attention focused on water contamination and drinking water contaminants," says Steve Ver Strat, current President of WQA and regulatory policy advisor at Amway.
"This is an emotional topic and highlights the occurrence of known and emerging contaminants, and with that stress, the potential known, or in some cases alleged health effects. How can such attention do anything more than heighten consumer concerns and drive consumers to seek solutions that put them in control?"
PoU systems go digital
One of the latest developments or natural evolution of home PoU systems is the digitalisation of the technology: more connectivity, more data and giving consumers more information about their system and water.
Companies including Eco Water Solutions, Kinetico Water Systems, Canature WaterGroup, Culligan Water and others are all reportedly working on apps and connected technologies.
UK company Doulton has developed what it calls 'FILTACHEK'- an app to help people "monitor the service life of their water filter element and receive a notification when it's time for a replacement".
Image credit: Doulton Water Filters 2019
Rolled out in the UK market in November 2018, the app was in development for four months. It issues alerts based on time or consumption to ensure consumers are informed and aware of the need to order a filtration replacement.
"This is part of our 'fit it, don't forget it' messaging to customers," says Yvonne Allen, marketing manager from Doulton Water Filters. "Over time, the performance of filters starts to diminish naturally, and your palate becomes accustomed to that changing taste. We advise people to change the filters every six months, and the app is proving effective in reminding people and generating that replacement order."
The company is also working on an app for the Indian market but based on water quality where, depending on the local water quality challenges, different levels of filtration will be recommended for customers.
The Pollet Water Group (PWG), a global distributor of water treatment solutions, believes the benefits of digital solutions will go beyond the consumer market.
Micheline Verhaeghe, technology intelligence engineer at PWG says the digitalisation of PoU devices will “find entrance in the high-end markets where PoU water treatment is more a luxury than a basic need”.
She says: “We may not forget that next to consumers who want to control their data themselves, there are also bigger utilities and hospitals who want to outsource the water management. Both have a huge potential for digitalisation (or digital servitisation) going from smartphone apps for end customers to remote data control for predictive maintenance by the water treatment company”.
PWG has developed a cloud-based ‘Manage My Softener’ platform for its Wi-Fi connected softeners. A smartphone app enables customers to check their water usage, with a message being sent when they need to refill the salt. Data is also available on the incoming and outgoing “water hardness” and remaining capacity.
Meanwhile Canature’s Wilker believes that the "connected technology" part of the business is really going to add value to the overall PoU package, and enable the market appeal to millennials who are simply "not going to buy systems via the traditional ways we sell".
"Instead of a POU product sitting under a sink with the customer not knowing how the unit is performing or when to change the filters, our new connected technology will engage the consumer in real-time on product performance and filter life," he says.
He adds that his company is focusing on the development of "smart products" that will "really connect the end-user to the product performance".
In terms of adding additional sensors to PoU systems, Wilker says the "real win will be what the sensors can do" and predicts that eventually, there will be "specific contaminant sensors deployed" including lead sensors but that the price "needs to come down".
Sensor reluctance
The executive VP of new business also observes that as the PoU systems become more digital, it will also need the installer skillset/value chain to evolve at the same time.
Instead of the dealer, plumber or installation company just fitting a PoU system under a homeowner's sink, they will eventually have to connect devices with routers, for example, branching into telecommunication engineers' work.
Meanwhile, Carpentier believes manufacturers are reluctant to add on sensors and data too quickly as it could disrupt traditional service packages.
"We noticed that companies selling PoU treatment systems generally are not very keen on having their equipment fitted with sensors," she adds. "They usually sell the equipment together with a maintenance contract, which includes preventive changing of the filters once or several times per year. A sensor could potentially indicate that the filter does not need to be exchanged yet, and thus would undermine their (after)sales strategy."
The managing director adds that early detection of problems in-between maintenance events "is also not wanted, because that could undermine the feeling of security that consumers have when they have a PoU treatment device installed".
Hybrid technology options and developments
PoU systems can include the following technologies, depending on the target pollutants and the required level of treatment:
Solid block activated carbon (SBAC)
Granular activated carbon (GAC)
Reverse osmosis (RO)
Ultraviolet light (UV)
UV-LED systems
Microfiltration (MF)
Ultrafiltration (UF)
Nanofiltration (NF)
Ion exchange (IX) with either anion or cation exchange (AX and CX, respectively).
Some believe that as consumers push for purer water, it will spark the emergence of "hybrid" PoU systems, bringing together multiple technologies.
Oliver Lawal, CEO of AquiSense Technologies, says the PoU market will eventually evolve with the buying process becoming like shopping for an iPhone: you have more basic treatment options (iPhone 7), with fewer bells and whistles, right up to the best-in-class water treatment, bringing together multiple technologies, similar to the more expensive iPhone X.
He references a partnership with US company Oasis International. The company's UV-C LED technology has been combined into a point-of-dispense disinfection system, known as Quasar to eliminate water-borne microbes, such as cryptosporidium and E. coli.
"This is constructing a new UV market, for point of use and point of consumption," says Lawal. "We're adding two technologies together, whereas historically they existed and were sold separately."
The CEO says the drive away from plastic bottled water and towards reusable bottles, and public water fountains will be a big driver for his UV-C LED technology.
"People are used to drinking bottled water from a brand they trust, say Nestlé, and need to put that same trust into this water fountain, or home PoU device, if it has UV technology in it," he adds.
To help with this, AquiSense has designed a "visible light on the tip" of many systems, which glows blue when water comes out. "People associate that with something good happening …we're combing UV light with visible light, giving the visual cue to the user of the product, as well as the actual technical verification," adds Lawal.
Springing towards the future
Some companies have already taken the lead in hybrid products.
Amway's eSpring system combines UV with activated carbon. The "workhorse" of the device is an all in one cartridge, which includes the carbon filter to remove particles and traps and removes 140 contaminants. The UV light then acts as the second "level of protection", which destroys 99.99 per cent of microorganisms, including bacteria and viruses.
Sold in over 50 countries or territories, Ver Strat describes it as a "treatment device that is cutting edge in terms of electronics, efficiency and performance".
He also agrees that the digital environment will "have the biggest impact", from social media to drive brand recognition to the Internet of Things (IoT)/connectivity as a means of monitoring performance and maintenance needs of an installed device.
"This will be critical as the future evolves and these devices gain acceptance as a potential compliance tool," he added.
Opening Pandora’s box
With the advances in PoU technology and available data, it raises multiple questions:
Who owns the data, where should it go and is it safe? If devices become more connected, do they then become a cybersecurity threat?
If the price falls on water quality sensors and they are fitted on everyday household PoU systems to detect contamination, could this open Pandora's Box and lead to one bad Tweet away from a utility PR nightmare?
If such sensors do detect contamination, should this data be fed back to the utility to then potentially adjust its water treatment process upstream?
Currently, PoU systems continue to find their place in countries with advanced water treatment infrastructure. Some believe that if the water utilities are "doing their job", then there shouldn't be a need for additional treatment, nor to put this responsibility to the general public, who are not water engineers.
Others believe that no matter the level of centralised treatment, it can always be the "last mile" of sometimes old, creaking pipework where the contamination can occur and that the "residential PoU/PoE market is better placed to react".
The American Water Works Association (AWWA) acknowledges consumers “may have unique water quality needs which may lead them to use a supplemental home water treatment device”.
Representing American water utilities, the associated takes the stance that these companies should be communicating regularly with their customers about the quality of tap water.
It adds: “Information about home supplemental water treatment devices should emphasise the importance of properly maintaining the home treatment devices so that consumers do not unknowingly affect the safety of their drinking water through improper maintenance.”
Meanwhile, the WQA president is keen to acknowledge the responsibility of water utilities but adds that PoU/PoE technology will give people the ability to react more quickly to emerging contaminants.
"I want to be clear on the point that municipal or centralised treatment providers do an incredible job of producing drinking water that meets the respective national quality requirements," adds Ver Strat.
"They do this in the face of ongoing issues with source water, financial constraints and failing infrastructure. However, given the pace of change, and the identification of new and previously unknown emerging contaminants, maintaining consumer trust and comfort will be an ongoing challenge."
Digitally savvy demands for PoU
Globally, one saying about the PoU market is that in Asian markets, these devices are seen as "must-have". Modern designed treatment systems can take pride of place in kitchens, becoming status symbols, much like designer coffee machines. Whereas in Europe, they have been seen as "nice to have" additions to kitchen appliances but are often hidden away.
Data-driven consumer products that monitor health parameters such as sleep, number of steps and calorie intake are becoming more popular. So consumers could well turn their interest to water quality data, moving home-treatment systems from the nice to have into the must-have category.
Growing environmental awareness, coupled with a digitally savvy and demanding population, could mean that modern, connected PoU systems could soon be making their way into a house near to you soon.
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AUSTIN BASIS
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Austin Basis Interview (part 1) | Can Do | Austin Basis on acting, baseball and making it work
Can Do | Austin Basis Interview (Part 1) on acting, baseball, Beauty & The Beast, and making it work On this 50th show interview Austin Basis and I decided to play a double-header so here's part 1. During which Austin discussed his journey into acting, studying at the Actors Studio (with Timothy Davis), his first on-screen kiss, shooting a movie in India, and Beauty & The Beast. Austin's website - https://www.austinbasis.com Austin's IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1648016 Follow Austin on IG - https://www.instagram.com/austinbasis Subscribe now & hit the bell to be updated on the latest videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheLoveofActing Connect With Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theloveofacting Twitter: https://twitter.com/theloveofacting Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theloveofacting #AustinBasis #BeautyAndTheBeast #Actor #Mets #NYActor #LAActor Can Do | Austin Basis Interview (Part 1) on acting, baseball, Beauty & The Beast, and making it work
#LifeUnexpected: Script Reading and Live Reunion with Creator and Cast
Join us for a #LifeUnexpected family reunion this Sunday, December 6th! Starting at 3pm PT / 5pm CT / 6pm ET, we'll be kicking things off with a script reading of the never-before-seen, unedited "Pilot" episode, followed by a LIVE Q&A with creator and showrunner Liz Tigelaar, cast members Britt Robertson, Shiri Appleby, Kristoffer Polaha, Kerr Smith, Austin Basis, Reggie Austin, Erin Karpluk, Cynthia Stevenson, Ksenia Solo, Arielle Kebbel, and more! (Plus, some special #LUX surprises...) In addition, we'll be raising funds to benefit FAIR FIGHT, which promotes fair elections in Georgia and around the country, encourages voter participation in elections, and educates voters about elections and their voting rights. Fair Fight brings awareness to the public on election reform, advocates for election reform at all levels, and engages in other voter education programs and communications. Learn more about Fair Fight: https://fairfight.com/ GEORGIA Voters, check your Registration Status here: https://www.mvp.sos.ga.gov/MVP/mvp.do Watch LIFE UNEXPECTED: https://www.cbs.com/shows/life-unexpected/ Follow ATX TV Twitter, Instagram and Facebook: @ATXFestival Attend ATX Television Festival Season 10 | atxfestival.com/attend Subscribe to The TV Campfire Podcast | atvxp.com/thetvcampfire
Can Do | Austin Basis Interview (Part 2) on acting, baseball, Beauty & The Beast, and making it work On this 50th show interview Austin Basis and I decided to play a double-header so here's part 2. During which Austin continues talking about Beauty and the Beast, working with Larry David, being on Agents of Shield, his comic project Kinetix, shooting with Type-A, his scene with Daniel Day Lewis, and his acting approach. Austin's website - https://www.austinbasis.com Austin's IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1648016 Follow Austin on IG - https://www.instagram.com/austinbasis Subscribe now & hit the bell to be updated on the latest videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheLoveofActing Connect With Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theloveofacting Twitter: https://twitter.com/theloveofacting Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theloveofacting #AustinBasis #BeautyAndTheBeast #Actor #Mets #NYActor #LAActor Can Do | Austin Basis Interview (Part 2) on acting, baseball, Beauty & The Beast, and making it work
Supernatural Therapy: Fighting Internal Monsters like a Hunter IRL | Comic-Con@Home 2020
Supernatural might be coming to the end but the incredible benefits that the SPNFamily brought to the world don't have to. Join psychologists, Dr. Janina Scarlet (Supernatural Therapy), Dr. Lynn Zubernis (Family Don't End With Blood), Dr. Billy San Juan (Supernatural Psychology), writers Deric Hughes (Arrow) and Henry Alberto (Little America) and Supernatural actors Rachel Miner, Ruth Connell, Lauren Tom, Andrea Drepaul, and Austin Basis as they discuss how we can continue to be hunters IRL even after the show ends, how we can stand up to injustice, face mental health challenges, and how we can Always Keep Fighting. Dustin McGinnis (Superhero Therapy podcast) moderates.
Austin Basis on How Type 1 Diabetes Motivates Him
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Psychology of Cult TV Shows | WonderCon@Home 2020
Psychology of Cult TV Shows and How to Cope with the Ending of Series. From Supernatural to Arrow, and Agents of SHIELD, the ending of our favorite TV shows and characters can be experienced as a painful loss. This panel will focus on how we can celebrate our beloved fandoms and find support even as our favorite series come to an end. Join psychologists Dr. Janina Scarlet (Dark Agents; Supernatural Therapy), Dr. Billy San Juan (Doctor Who Psychology; California Screamin’), as well as actors Austin Basis (Supernatural) and Rachel Minder (Supernatural), and writers Deric Hughes (Arrow, Flash), Jonathan Maberry (VWars; Black Panther), and Jenna Busch (Womanthology; Supernatural Therapy) as they discuss the mental health benefits of your favorite TV shows and how we can cope with the series finale. Dustin McGinnis (Superhero Therapy podcast) moderates.
Beauty & The Beast Season 4 Episode 12 Review w/ Austin Basis | AfterBuzz TV
Hosts discuss Beauty & The Beast for the episode "No Way Out." AFTERBUZZ TV — Beauty and the Beast edition, is a weekly "after show" for fans of CW's Beauty and the Beast. In this show, hosts Alikona Bradford, Janeisha John, Ashleigh Morghan, and special guests Austin Basis, Ruth Cassidy, Carol Daniels, and Debbie Green discusses episode 12. ABOUT BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: In this updating of the popular 1990s series, Smallville's Kristin Kreuk stars as detective Catherine Chandler, and she's got a monster in her past. As a teenager, she was witness to the murder of her mother, and would have died herself, if not for the intervention of what police deemed to be some kind of "animal." But Catherine knows what she saw. And a meeting with a shadowy stranger has her convinced she's met the "beast" of her youth… Make sure to subscribe to AfterBuzz! - http://youtube.com/afterbuzztv HELPFUL LINKS: Website - http://afterbuzztv.com Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/afterbuzztv Merch - http://shop.spreadshirt.com/AfterbuzzTV/ ABOUT AFTERBUZZ: With over 20 million weekly downloads from over 150 countries, AfterBuzz TV is an online broadcast network created by E! host Maria Menounos and producer Keven Undergaro. Nicknamed the 'after-show' network, when viewers finish watching episodes of their favorite shows, they can go to afterbuzztv.com to watch or listen to a post-game 'after-show' for that series. On each AfterBuzz TV after-show an eclectic and knowledgeable mix of celebrities, personalities and industry professionals break down that night’s episode, take calls from fans and interview guests. The network produces over 60 after-shows per week. The network also produces "Spotlight On", an in depth, long-form interview series with stars and show runners. AfterBuzz TV had guests from shows like Mad Men, Breaking Bad, Glee, The Walking Dead, Homeland, Big Brother, Survivor, The Fosters, The Bachelor, Teen Wolf, Orange Is The New Black. Notable celebs include Stone Cold, Weird Al, Mel B, Seth Green and others.
JDRF: My First Year
You won’t be able to tell on camera but actors Austin Basis, Brec Bassinger and Mary Mouser all live with type 1 diabetes. Join them as they talk about how they adapted to living with type 1 diabetes and their involvement with JDRF. Learn more about us: https://www.jdrf.org Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myJDRF/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JDRF Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdrfhq/
Conversations with Nina Lisandrello and Austin Basis of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Q&A with Nina Lisandrello and Austin Basis. Moderated by Sean Miller, Back Stage. Detective Catherine Chandler (Kristin Kreuk), shaken to the core over the fact that everything she thought she knew about her life has been a lie, is determined to get answers to the secrets that have been revealed about her family. Cat must also try to navigate her evolving relationship with handsome doctor Vincent Keller (Jay Ryan), who struggles with becoming a terrifying beast when he is enraged, unable to control his super-strength and heightened senses. Austin Basis plays J.T. Forbes, the childhood friend of Vincent, who has been helping Keller guard his terrible secret. Nina Lisandrello plays Tess Vargas, a police detective partnered with Cat. The two women make a good team, and have become close friends while working on countless homicide cases.
Sandy Erickson
Ramos Management
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Michele De La Riva / Kim Byrd / Brian Camden
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Voiceover Agent
Jill Witterschein / Zack Kaplan
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Range Rover Sport SVR
Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR review
From £95,72510
JLR’s first ‘special vehicle’ is big on charm, pace, capability and driver engagement. Expertly judged and executed
Up next: Design & Styling
It takes an inordinate amount of brand cachet and confidence to do this. At a time when austerity is still making front page headlines throughout the western world, this is a £96,900 Range Rover Sport (£108,450 as tested) that has 542bhp.
Those are large figures that could easily seem out of kilter with the times. But austerity be damned: this car has been coming, no matter what.
The people at SVO have made the SVR nothing less than the most powerful Land Rover in the company's history
Matt Saunders | Road test editor
In the past year, more than 500,000 people have become millionaires in the United States alone, and that rate is being outstripped by the Chinese. There are now more people than ever before who have the means to afford cars like this Range Rover Sport SVR, the first Land Rover product of Jaguar Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) division.
The people at SVO have made the SVR nothing less than the most powerful Land Rover in the company’s history. The car deploys 542bhp from its supercharged 5.0-litre V8 engine and adopts a raft of mechanical and dynamic changes to accompany the extra horsepower.
This is still a vast SUV, but given the kind of demand that’s available globally for luxury and performance 4x4s, the question, then, is no longer “why would you make a car of this size, with this power?”. Given that there are so many people with the income and inclination to buy one, the question is “why wouldn’t you make one?”.
It’s a question BMW asked itself with the X5 M as long ago as 2010 and that it answered well enough to continue into the latest X5 and X6. But, then, BMW was ahead of the game when it introduced the X5 a good half decade before Range Rover launched the Mk1 Sport in 2005. Porsche’s Cayenne Turbo is into its second generation, too.
So the fact that the SVR only now tops a Sport line-up that has, in this second generation, been on sale since 2013 means it’s a latecomer. We’ll find out whether the time has been well spent.
Extravagant V8
Engaging handling
Retained off-road ability
Inviting cabin
Reduced functionality of rear seats
Firm low-speed ride
Predictable thirst
Continue to Design & Styling
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Range Rover Sport SVR 2018 UK review
More power and an intoxicating soundtrack have breathed new life into our love affair with the biggest, baddest Range Rover Sport variant
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Jerry White and the Campaign for Healthy Homecoming
Jerry White – global survivor activist, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, co-founder of Survivor Corps, and author of I Will Not Be Broken – continues his remarkable work to help victims of violent conflict all over the world. At the age of 20, Jerry lost his leg, and nearly his life, after stepping on a...
MILLEE: Education and Mobile Phone Games
Mobile and Immersive Learning for Literacy in Emerging Economies (MILLEE), a non-profit organization uses mobile phone games to improve literacy skills in emerging countries. Founded in 2004, MILLEE develops human-centred, immersive and enjoyable language learning mobile games which are modelled...
Changing the Face of Information in Pakistan
Ashoka fellow Shafqat Munir Ahmad’s organization Journalists for Democracy and Human Rights (JDHR) has educated over 1200 journalist to incorporate social issues into mainstream media. The success of JDHR led Shafqat to create a new initiative this year called the Infochange News and Features...
Meet Some Recently Elected RIF Fellows
Farouk Jiwa is establishing secure and sustainable ways to increase the income levels of rural farmers in East Africa. His organization, Honey Care Africa, is not just helping subsistence farmers supplement their income through beekeeping. Farouk has partnered with civil society organizations to...
Crowd Sourcing for Maternal Health
As mobile and web technologies become increasingly accessible to those living in remote poverty around the world, the potential to expand access to health care to underserved populations becomes ever more real. It’s exciting to see the many ways that innovative people and organizations are able to...
Brad Pitt, Nietzsche and Crawfish Cravings
You could smell the spicy Creole stew from six blocks in every direction. When we got to the corner where there was a makeshift cardboard sign touting "FREE crawfish boil" and a line of hungry New Orleaneans, the Crescent City had taken me into its arms. I savored the crawfish boil and the...
America's Promise Meant for Everyone
"Can you believe that, at one point, women couldn't vote in America? That Japanese American citizens were put in detention camps because of the actions of the Imperial Japanese Navy? That Jackie Robinson was spat upon on the baseball diamond because of the color of his skin? That there were quotas...
Ashoka Fellow Jill Vialet’s Playworks featured on ABC’s Nightline
What’s play got to do with learning and safety? Everything, according to Ashoka Fellow Jill Vialet. Don’t miss this in depth feature on Playworks, which focuses on the importance of play in fostering positive behaviors and learning both inside and outside the classroom. Check out the video and full...
Seeding Food Security
“Food security,” according to Ashoka Fellow Munyaradzi Saruchera, “is not having a lot of food on the shelves.” It’s about “seeding food security,” he says, by reestablishing an interest in local and indigenous foods and building a network of seed banks in South Africa. Ashoka works with social...
Conversation with Ashoka Globalizer Fellow Steve Collins
We recently spoke with Ashoka Fellow Steve Collins. Steve is one of our Fellows from Ireland and also a 2010 Ashoka Globlizer Fellow. Steve has revolutionized community-based therapeutic care of Severe Acute Malnutrition through ready-to-use food and more effective distribution. His organizations...
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A Mobile Commerce Approach to Poverty Alleviation
The Grameen Foundation’s Mobile Microfranchising initiative was selected as one of the winners of the Ashoka Changemakers Powering Economic Opportunity: Create a World that Works competition, a partnership with eBay Foundation. As a result, eBay Foundation is now exploring how to continue working...
What's the Endgame of Knowledge?
Once, long ago, social change meant “give a man a fish.” Then we figured out that “teach a man to fish” could be more lasting. Innovative knowledge entrepreneurs in rural areas of India, Africa and Latin America are taking things one step further. The latest direction would best be summarized as,...
Ashoka Fellow Juan David Aristizábal Ospina: 'If You Are Using Your Talents, You Are Changing the World'
Ashoka Fellow Juan David is a 23-year-old social entrepreneur who founded the organization Buena Nota in Colombia. Juan David recently visited Ashoka's global headquarters in Rosslyn, VA where he spoke about his new book, "Llenando Espacios" (Filling the Void) and about his experiences as a social...
With Intelligent Tech, Low-Income Students Find Success in College, Success for Life
For many, attending college was always part of "The Plan" after high school—a few years of polish (and partying) before earning a degree and finding meaningful employment. But that's not often the case for one segment of the U.S. population: first-generation college goers like Ashoka Fellow...
Living Buildings: Ashoka Fellow Jason McLennan's Architectural Revolution
UPDATE: Since we posted this article, the Living Building Challenge was selected as the winner of the Buckminster Fuller Challenge, an annual international design challenge awarding $100K to support the development and accelerated implementation of strategies that have the potential to advance human...
Paul Bradley's Co-Op Model Makes Affordable Home Ownership a Walk in the Park
Picture a trailer park. What do you see? Mobile homes resting lazily on cinder blocks? Unkempt lawns crowded by an assortment of rundown property? Fair enough; that's an accurate image of some of the 50,000 trailer parks around the United States, but that's not what Ashoka Fellow Paul Bradley sees...
How Can Higher Education Stay Relevant for the Workforce?
This is the second post in a series where we share the conversations between higher education leaders that came together during Everyone a Changemaker Week. They discussed the role of social innovation as a significant lever for the relevancy of higher education in a time when many claim that...
Who Will Win the Duel? - Building Full Information Citizenship
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Growing Aid Where it Matters Most
When famine strikes, as it did last year in Somalia, international agencies begin asking for funds to feed starving and malnourished people. But where does the food itself come from? Most food aid is basically peanut butter—it’s a paste made of peanuts, dried milk, oil, sugar, vitamins and minerals...
Ashoka’s Globalizers are Scaling-up Mobile Technology Solutions to Reach 7 Billion
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Novel Imaging Techniques Reveal Axial Differences in Endo-Lysosomal Uptake Capacity along the Kidney Proximal Tubule
November 03, 2017 | 06:18 PM - 06:30 PM
Abstract: FR-OR134
Urinary Concentration and Acidification
November 03, 2017 | Location: Room 290, Morial Convention Center
Abstract Time: 06:18 PM - 06:30 PM
Category: Fluid, Electrolytes, and Acid-Base
702 Water/Urea/Vasopressin, Organic Solutes
Schuh, Claus Dieter, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Claus Dieter Schuh, PhD
https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/anatomy/en/research/hall/people/cschuh.html
Polesel, Marcello, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Marcello Polesel,
Haenni, Dominik, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Dominik Haenni,
Platonova, Evgenia, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Evgenia Platonova,
Ziegler, Urs, University of Zurich, Center for Microscopy and Image Analysis, Zurich, Switzerland
Urs Ziegler,
Devuyst, Olivier, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Olivier Devuyst,
Hall, Andrew, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Andrew Hall,
The kidney filters low-molecular weight proteins (LMWPs) and albumin, which are reclaimed by the proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) to prevent wasting in urine. PCT cells take up proteins across the apical membrane by receptor-mediated endocytosis, which involves binding to megalin/cubilin, internalization into early endosomes (EE), and subsequent trafficking to late endosomes (LE) and lysosomes. Early (S1) and late (S2) PCT segments show ultrastructural differences in the endo-lysosomal system by EM, but how these might relate to differences in uptake capacity is unclear.
Confocal microscopy of immuno-stained mouse kidney.
Multiphoton intravital imaging and 3-D analysis of cleared post-mortem tissue.
Using established antibody markers for EEs (Rab5), LEs (Rab 7), recycling endosomes (Rab11) and lysosomes (LAMP1), we found that expression levels of these 4 markers were far higher in S1 than in S2 segments. In contrast, expression of megalin was similar in both. Intravital imaging revealed that uptake of dye-labeled albumin and LMWP lysozyme occurred exclusively in S1, whereas uptake of 10 kDa dextran – a substrate for fluid phase endocytosis - was observed in S1 and S2. Experiments were repeated using two different fluorescent labels for each ligand to exclude a confounding effect on substrate handling. Real-time imaging of lysozyme uptake revealed the expected dynamic progression from brush border to EEs, and then LEs/lysosomes. Following saturation of S1 uptake capacity with a high concentration of injected lysozyme, some uptake was observed in S2 segments, but it remained far lower than in S1. Antibody staining in tissue fixed post-lysozyme injection revealed that the uptake pattern closely matched the expression of endo-lysosomal proteins, but not megalin.
A major constraint of intravital kidney microscopy is limited depth of imaging. We therefore treated fixed kidneys chemically with a modified CLARITY protocol to increase transparency. Using this approach, we were able to image through the entire cortex and confirm that lysozyme uptake was confined to early segments in all PCTs, whereas dextran uptake was more diffuse.
We have found evidence for major axial differences in endo-lysosomal uptake capacity along the PCT, independent of megalin expression.
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