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Grants To Bring The Best Of The Arts To Bendigo
Art and theatre lovers in Bendigo have a million reasons to celebrate, with the Andrews Labor Government’s latest round of grants providing support for of tours and programs across the state.
Member for Bendigo East Jacinta Allan and Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards welcomed the grants, which will invest more than $1 million to attract flagship organisations to areas like Bendigo. It will support local groups to present shows in local venues and strengthen performing arts in regional Victoria.
As part of the Major Touring Program, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and the Wheeler Centre have received support to bring their work to Bendigo through exhibitions, workshops and performances over the next two years.
The Touring Victoria program will also provide grants to companies such as Circus Oz and HIT Productions to bring their performances to Bendigo and beyond, across regional Victoria.
The latest round of support for regional touring and activities has been made possible through the Labor Government’s $20 million regional arts package – a four year commitment to the regional arts sector announced in the Victorian Budget 2015/16.
The next round of the Small Regional Presenters and Touring Victoria programs will close in August 2017.
For program guidelines, eligibility and a full list of the latest grant recipients, visit creative.vic.gov.au/news.
Quote attributable to Minister for Creative Industries Martin Foley
“Whether in big cities or a small regional towns, creative activities enhance liveability, boost tourism and create jobs for artists, organisations and local arts workers.”
Quote attributable to Member for Bendigo East Jacinta Allan
“This is great news for arts lovers in Bendigo, and local groups who are passionate about bringing entertainment to their communities.”
Quote attributable to Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards
“This funding will create local job opportunities, drive regional tourism and strengthen Victoria’s reputation as the Creative State in regional areas.”
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045: Nitin Chhoda | Total Activation
Nitin Chhoda went from penniless immigrant to licensed physical therapist who earned his millions in just 15 years, mainly through entrepreneurship.
Listen to Nitin
Nitin Chhoda PT, DPT began his entrepreneurial journey at the age of 14. He sold Coca Cola when it was still only available in bottles and returned the bottles to the store to earn back the deposit.
An immigrant who arrived in the U.S. penniless in 2002 in a post 9-11 world, Nitin delivered pizza, slept in his car, and didn’t have money for winter clothes. But he was always a hustler.
Eventually, Nitin became a licensed physical therapist, entrepreneur, and author. In 2007, he began public speaking. He now owns and runs several multi-million dollar companies with 30+ employees worldwide. Nitin is living the “American Dream.”
As a licensed physical therapist, Nitin is co-owner of an industry-leading electronic medical records software, In Touch EMR, which offers scheduling, clinical documentation, billing, practice management and referral generation modules for physical therapists.
Nitin is also the author of Total Activation: The 5 Step Fitness Mantra (available on Amazon). It is a dynamic new approach to weight loss and personal wellness. It is a system modeled in three stages of change: Identity, Compare, and Integrate (ICI) which has 5 components: Emotional, Physical, Social, Spiritual and Intellectual (EPSSI).
In connection, Nitin has created a skincare and nutrition line – products that work in synergy to activate the best version of you. Since its launch in April 2014, the team has grown and the nutrition and skincare products have been purchased by thousands of customers. Having lived in the east and the west, Total Activation was created out of a need Nitin and his wife, Ritika, had in their own lives, to effectively merge skincare and nutrition for the ‘best you’.
From being a penniless immigrant to a licensed physical therapist who earned his millions in just 15 years, mainly through entrepreneurship, Nitin has shown resilience and demonstrated that hard work pays off.
Nitin Chhoda Show Notes
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What did you do before you became a maturepreneur?
Did you go to school for personal training?
How long have you been a physical therapist?
Did you have to do anything to translate the education from the India to the US?
Did it take you long?
Now that you’re a maturepreneur, what do you do?
What made you want to go into being a physical therapist?
You said you have an EMR system that you implemented?
Is it just for physical therapists or anyone who has an office?
What is the most successful idea that you implemented for the business?
Is there one that stands out more than the other?
What is the least successful idea and how did you change tactics to fix it?
How long did it take you to realize that?
Did you feel like you had to keep going because you started it?
Once you decided to stop that endeavor, what did you feel?
Are you still a physical therapist?
When did your book come out?
Do you read business books?
What is the most important advice that someone has given to you?
How long did it take you to go from the brink of bankruptcy to feeling okay again?
After you began, is there anything that catapulted you to the next level in your business?
What do you think made you think differently about money?
So it was the observation of other people, it wasn’t anything that shifted your mindset?
Did you develop the EMR system because you weren’t happy with what you were seeing out there?
What made you start that?
Did you have to hire developers?
Is there any advice that you could give to someone just starting out wanting to start their own endeavor?
What made you want to go into the beauty care and supplement business?
What is the most surprising thing that you have discovered once you started your endeavor?
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Ellen Greer, J. Keith van Straaten, Lea Thompson, Helen Hong, Sandeep Parikh
Go Fact Yourself
Lea Thompson & Sandeep Parikh
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Nerdy media of the past and present collide on this edition of Go Fact Yourself!
Lea Thompson is an actress, perhaps best known for her role in the classic Back to the Future series. But lately, she’s developed a reputation for losing reality TV competitions to such illustrious names like Cheech Marin, Tommy Chong and Alfonso Ribiero. But she’s ready to end that trend on this show!
Competing against Thompson is Sandeep Parikh, star of the series The Guild. Growing up, he worked really hard to learn about things that would help him fit in and make friends. Luckily, that helped him gain knowledge that could help him win today's game.
In this episode, we’ll learn about classic Hollywood movies, baseball and the color green.
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What’s the difference between “jealous” and “envious”?
What’s the difference between a grove and an orchard?
Sandeep Parikh: The Boston Red Sox, Hindu Mythology, and the film The Princess Bride.
Lea Thompson: Roseville Pottery, designing houses and the film Harold and Maude.
Appearing in this episode:
J. Keith van Straaten
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With guest experts:
Dan Shaughnessy, sports columnist for the Boston Globe.
Ellen Greer, actress who’s appeared in more than 100 projects across movies, television and theater.
Go Fact Yourself was devised by Jim Newman and J. Keith van Straaten, and produced in collaboration with Maximum Fun. The show was recorded at The Angel City Brewery in Los Angeles.
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CONGRATULATIONS 2009 MCB GRADUATE STUDENT FELLOWSHIP RECIPIENTS!
Pictured Left to Right: Chris McCartney-Melstad (Graduate Programs Office), Dario Cabrera (G3, Murray Lab), Michael Lawrence (Graduate Programs Office), Katherine Rogers (G1, Schier Lab), Valerie Pivorunas (G2, Burton Lab), Mary Wahl (G1, Murray Lab), Scott Chilton (G1, Burton Lab), Kiana Frank (G1, Girguis Lab-OEB)
We are pleased to announce that the following MCB graduate students have been selected for a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship beginning in 2009. The NSF Fellowship supports outstanding graduate students nationwide. The NSF expects that recipients will contribute significantly to research, teaching, and innovations in science.
Congratulations to G1s Kiana Frank, Katherine Rogers and Mary Wahl and to G2 Valerie Pivorunas!
Kiana Frank (G1, Girguis Lab-OEB) … will be studying the effect of nitrogen on the microbial diversity of Hawaiian watersheds.Katherine Rogers (G1, Schier Lab) … will be quantitatively analyzing transcriptional responses to morphogen signaling during zebrafish embryogenesis.Mary Wahl (G1, Murray Lab) … will be developing a sexual selection model in yeast to examine the effects of sex-linked mutator alleles on rate of evolution.Valerie Pivorunas (G2, Burton Lab) … is investigating the role of a tail-anchored specificity factor in ubiquitination
Additionally, G1 Scott Chilton (Burton Lab) has been awarded a Gilliam Fellowship from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. The prestigious award funds approximately 5-10 exceptional students nationwide, from groups traditionally underrepresented in the sciences. The Gilliam fellows program, now in its 5th year, aims to enrich science research and increase the diversity of college and university faculty members by supporting the education of top student scientists who will themselves either become professors or are committed to creating a more diverse academic community.
Finally, G3 Dario Cabrera (Murray Lab) has been awarded an NIH National Research Service Award from the National Cancer Institute. Dario is currently doing his dissertation research in the Murray Lab, studying genetic instability by selecting for mutations that confer drug resistance in budding yeast.
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For Addison Beltrand, PR rep for Bold International, Inc. climbing the corporate ladder is all that matters in life. Her hard work is finally rewarded with the promotion she’s worked her ass off to earn—but the gig comes at a price. She leaves in two days for a twelve-week tour with America’s hottest alternative rock band, 69 Bottles.
Talon Carver, lead singer of 69 Bottles, has no problem with women--as long as they’re gone by morning. When Addison shakes up his world, it’s a huge problem—compounded by the fact that Addison’s not the only one he wants.
Kyle Black, manager of 69 Bottles, has a secret. He and Addison are closer than she thinks, but telling her could keep her away. When Talon sets his sights on Addison, Kyle uses his secret to push her into Talon’s arms, only to discover she isn’t the only one he needs.
Two men. One dilemma.
Talon is wild, reckless and loves control.
Kyle is calm, collected and loves passion.
The perfect balance…or Addison’s ultimate undoing?
Talon and Kyle push their boundaries and Addison’s, but can they throw their reservations to the wind and claim her together?
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The story picks up as 69 Bottles continues their tour, riding a surge of success thanks to an impromptu duet between Talon and Addison.
It’s a crazy turn of life for Addison Beltrand, who’s always lived to work and worked to live. Now, everything is shifted upside down—and that’s not a bad thing. Stepping on the 69 Bottles tour bus has banished the heartache of her past, and feels like a rocking new beginning.
Talon Carver and Kyle Black couldn’t agree more. The band’s lead singer and manager are falling hard for the beautiful rock chick, and will do anything to keep her in their bed—and between their bodies—forever.
The trio’s blissful bubble is popped by a danger nobody has anticipated. The band’s security team, always watchful for fan attacks on the members, isn’t prepared for what happens to Addison during this leg of the tour. Will Kyle and Talon be able to help save Addison? Or will her fear force her to pack her bags and return to LA?
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For Talon Carver, the commanding and charismatic lead singer of the rock band 69 Bottles, life has never been better—or worse. His heart’s at a full 11 for Addison Beltrand, his feisty PR rep. But admitting it was a much different tune. The dilemma’s even more complicated when adding his other lover to the mix: Kyle Black, the band’s handsome, sweet and sexy manager.
Why ruin a good thing, right? Things are pretty damn perfect for the trio—in and out of bed. But just when they find their best rhythm with each other, a rocky night in Minneapolis forces all three to reexamine their feelings—and take their relationship to new levels.
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The band’s soaring popularity, along with the pressures of maintaining an unconventional relationship on a high-profile rock tour, start to take their toll. When Addison starts to fall apart, Talon and Kyle must come to terms with how important she is to them both.
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Actor: Hedy Lamarr, John Hodiak, James Craig, George Macready, Steven Geray
Director: Joseph H. Lewis
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When a Cuban man is killed on a New York street, the investigation leads to Havana and the man running an alien smuggling ring known as Palinov (George Macready). Pete Karczag (John Hodiak) is the immigration detective assigned to the case in Havana. To infiltrate the ring, he poses as a Hungarian refugee desperate to gain passage to America. While negotiating his trip he meets and falls for beautiful Marianne Lorress (Hedy Lamarr), who is also hoping to make the illegal journey. It's a Latin dance with frequent lead changes as Palinov and Pete struggle for the upper hand and the attentions of Marianne. As tautly directed by noir specialist Joseph H. Lewis (My Name Is Julia Ross, Gun Crazy), the winner of this high-stakes game is unknown until the climactic finale on a fog-shrouded dock.
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National League Championship Series presented by Google Assistant
For Crew, Game 7 not an end but a beginning
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MILWAUKEE -- From Orlando magic on Opening Day to "Let's cry" on the mound in Colorado to "We Believe In Jesús" and learning that teenage tweets last forever but folks can forgive. From Brent Suter off Corey Kluber to Brandon Woodruff off Clayton Kershaw. From "too many outfielders" and "too few starting pitchers" to Lorenzo Cain's leaping catches, Christian Yelich looking like an MVP Award winner and late-inning lights-out relief. Some surprise first-inning lights-out relief, too.
There were George Webb hamburgers washed down by a trio of champagne celebrations. Bob Uecker, 84 years young, danced in the middle of them all. He wished there had been two more.
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:: NLCS schedule and results ::
One of the most memorable of the 50 seasons in franchise history ended short of the goal on Saturday with a 5-1 loss to the Dodgers in Game 7 of the National League Championship Series.
For the Dodgers, it's on to the World Series. For the Brewers, it's wait 'til next year.
They think they will be pretty good again next year.
"The feeling here was really different in 2011," said owner Mark Attanasio, referring to Milwaukee's last team to make it this far, "because we sort of knew it was the end of the road. Prince [Fielder] was going to be a free agent. [Zack] Greinke was going to be gone the next year, [Shaun] Marcum was gone. There was a lot of sadness, because that group of men was being disbanded. This group of guys, it's just the beginning. It's the early innings for this group.
"So it feels different. I can report that from an owner's standpoint, losing a Game 7 is harder emotionally than losing a Game 6, because you can actually see it and taste it. But there's a lot of reason to be hopeful about this group."
As Attanasio spoke, the room had begun to clear of cameras, and the ambient noise picked up. Twenty-two-year-old Freddy Peralta came by for a hug, then resurgent reliever Corey Knebel. Yelich's tears started to dry. There was laughter in the corner where Cain was holding court.
"You didn't hear any of this in '11," Attanasio said. "Guys are already starting to pick up their spirits a little bit. This group knows it will be together."
Video: MLB Tonight discusses Miley's Game 6 start
There will be exceptions, of course. There always are. Curtis Granderson, Gio Gonzalez and Wade Miley are free agents, with Miley the most notable after he made 16 regular-season starts with a 2.57 ERA, then pitched four more times in the postseason, including a memorable one-batter decoy start in Game 5 of the NLCS. A new pitcher thanks to that cutter, he will try to cash in via free agency.
Mike Moustakas and Joakim Soria have mutual options, and Jeremy Jeffress and Jordan Lyles have club options that need addressing. Only Jeffress is sure to be back.
And the Brewers have a slew of arbitration-eligible players, including some intriguing cases coming off seasons complicated by injuries or performance, including pitchers Zach Davies, Knebel and Jimmy Nelson; catcher Stephen Vogt; infielder Jonathan Schoop; and outfielder Domingo Santana. Infielder Travis Shaw is eligible for the first time and due a huge raise, but he's not going anywhere.
Video: NCLS Gm7: Shaw doubles as Puig mistimes jump in 4th
Also not going anywhere: Cain and Yelich, who came to Milwaukee last Jan. 26, Cain via free agency and Yelich via trade, with five years of control apiece. Fellow All-Star Jesus Aguilar has another minimum-salary season ahead before he qualifies for arbitration. And the trio at back end of the bullpen -- Knebel, Jeffress and Josh Hader -- should all be back.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Hader fans 4 over 3 scoreless relief frames
What could make next season different in Attanasio's mind is the starting pitching. In addition to steady starter Jhoulys Chacin, the Brewers will choose from a field that includes Chase Anderson and Davies, Nelson coming off shoulder surgery and young arms Peralta, Corbin Burnes and Woodruff, each of whom took huge strides while coming out of the bullpen in October.
Video: MLB Tonight: Woodruff on his home run, Game 7
Woodruff logged a 2.19 ERA in 12 1/3 postseason innings and homered off Kershaw in Game 1 of the NLCS. Burnes pitched nine innings over six postseason games, with a 2.00 ERA. Peralta dealt three scoreless innings in relief of an injured Gonzalez in Game 4.
"You guys saw glimpses of what this team has to offer in the future with the young studs they have coming up," said Moustakas. "This team is going to be in a good spot next year and the next couple of years."
"A lot of special things happened this season. A lot of guys showed up," Cain said. "Woodruff is one guy who stood out to me this postseason. He went up and down during the regular season, and he stepped up big-time in the postseason. I expect him to be on the roster and ready to go next year, for sure. There's a lot of guys I expect big things from."
The Brewers have less than four months to ponder it. Milwaukee will report to renovated Maryvale Baseball Park in Phoenix during the second week of February.
"Before the future was just that [day's] game," said Jeffress. "Now we can look to the future and we're excited about it. We have a new complex in Arizona that we're excited for, and we're going to go there and re-evaluate some things and come back with the same type of guys that you saw this season. There's going to be a lot of fighting for jobs next year, and that's what we want."
Said Yelich: "The great thing about this sport is there's always hope. You always get ready for the next season. Use what we did this year and build on it in Spring Training. Use this feeling we're all feeling right now as fuel and motivation to get back and take that next step."
Will the Brewers be back? There are no guarantees, as Ryan Braun, the lone holdover from the 2011 NLCS entry, knows. Despite Fielder's pending departure, that club expressed optimism in a quiet clubhouse, too.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Braun on Brewers' season after NLCS exit
"You never know how things will play out with the team or what key free agents will be back," said Braun. "But so much of our success came from young guys who we control for a number of years moving forward. There's a lot of reasons for hope and optimism.
"At the same time, we were one win away from the World Series. We had an opportunity to play that game at home. We all know, no matter how good you are, those opportunities don't come around every year. It's disappointing today."
Adam McCalvy has covered the Brewers for MLB.com since 2001. Follow him on Twitter @AdamMcCalvy, like him on Facebook and listen to his podcast.
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MILWAUKEE -- The Dodgers won't have the home-field advantage in the World Series as they did last year, but they do have an advantage over last year's World Series appearance.
"It feels we're a little more battle tested this year. Last year was more of a joyride," general manager Farhan Zaidi said while being showered with expensive alcoholic beverages during the clubhouse celebration after Saturday night's 5-1 win over the Brewers clinched a second consecutive National League pennant.
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"We haven't taken anything for granted this year. We understood how hard it was, but also knew what it took to get here."
After winning 104 games in the regular season and cruising through the first two rounds of the postseason, the Dodgers lost to the Houston Astros in last year's World Series Game 7.
Zaidi said that experience better prepared his club for the NL Championship Series clincher and will better prepare it for the best-of-seven World Series against the Red Sox, whom the Dodgers haven't faced in the Fall Classic since 1916, won by Boston.
"The crowds, the media attention, everything that goes with being in the World Series, it will all be familiar to us this time in the same way as being on the LCS stage for the first time in '16 and winning at that stage last year," said Zaidi. "We played a very worthy opponent last year and the Red Sox are terrific, too. It's going to be just as tough and we'll be prepared."
Zaidi said winning the World Series this year is more about unfinished business than redemption for last year's missed opportunity.
"It's just about trying to win it all," he said. "Certainly last year, there were long nights in the offseason thinking about how close we got. We feel really fortunate to have an opportunity to go at it again. We earned it. It wasn't handed to us."
Video: NLCS Gm7: Roberts gives victory speech in clubhouse
Andrew Friedman, president of baseball operations, said the Red Sox pose a new set of challenges.
"It's a really good team. It's a really tough lineup," he said. "It's probably the best defensive outfield I've ever seen. Every time I go to look at them, I had to go back to focusing on the Brewers. That's a really good team. They didn't allow us to really look beyond them. I know Boston is really good. I know their pitching is really good. I know it's a deep, well rounded team. We'll take two days to cram and do everything we can to be ready to play them."
Justin Turner said the subtle benefits of having played in the World Series so recently shouldn't be underestimated.
"I just think we have a lot of experience, guys that have been there and done it," said Turner, "and that helps you control your emotions, control your anxiety, slow your heart beat down."
Ken Gurnick has covered the Dodgers for MLB.com since 2001.
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By Joe Trezza MLB.com
MILWAUKEE -- Andrew Friedman heard the chatter. Game 7. On the road. A rookie called upon to extend the season. How would Walker Buehler respond?
The Dodgers' president of baseball operations did not worry. The bigger gamble came years earlier, when Friedman, then in his first year running Los Angeles' front office, made Buehler his first Draft pick. Buehler required Tommy John surgery at the time. That was known. No matter. His upside was too great, despite the risk.
"I felt like it was validated long ago," Friedman said.
Now, though, Friedman and the Dodgers have a signature performance to point to. That much is clear after they punched a ticket to their second straight World Series on Saturday night, with Buehler playing a big role in their 5-1 win over the Brewers in Game 7 of the National League Championship Series at Miller Park.
The moment was not too big for the 24-year-old righty, who held Milwaukee to a Christian Yelich solo homer in 4 2/3 innings.
"There is a lot of talent on this team and it was my turn to take the ball," Buehler said. "We're deep, one to 25. Go out and try to do as well as you can for as long as you can."
Flashing the high-octane arsenal that propelled him into the NL Rookie of the Year Award conversation this year, Buehler delivered against the Brewers. His fastball flirted with triple digits. Buehler struck out seven, walked none, and worked himself out of jams in the second and fourth before giving way to L.A.'s bullpen, which blanked Milwaukee the rest of the way. It was by far his best performance this October; Buehler allowed nine runs over his first two starts of the postseason.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Buehler retires pinch-hitting Schoop in 2nd
"He has supreme confidence. He is as confident, and I may even use the word 'cocky,' as any young player I've been around. It serves him really well," Friedman said. "There was a lot of talk coming into this game. 'How would Walker handle a Game 7? How would he handle a hostile environment?' Those of us who know him well were not concerned at all."
Joe Trezza is a reporter for MLB.com. Follow him on Twitter at @joetrezz.
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Dodgers star after G7 win: 'They're always going to boo the best'
By Todd Zolecki MLB.com
MILWAUKEE -- Manny Machado loved every second of this.
The supremely talented shortstop-turned-villain in the National League Championship Series capped his often-controversial series with the last laugh in a 5-1 victory over the Brewers in Game 7 on Saturday night at Miller Park. Machado celebrated his first trip to the World Series in the visitors' clubhouse, spraying and drinking champagne with his Dodgers teammates and relishing the fact that he sent more than 40,000 Brewers fans home unhappy.
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"They're always going to boo the best," Machado said.
Machado set the mood and the table in the series clincher. He stepped into the batter's box in the second inning to a chorus of boos from Brewers fans, who were feeling fine with Milwaukee holding a 1-0 lead. Machado became public enemy No. 1 when he got tangled up with Brewers first baseman Jesus Aguilar on a controversial play at first base in Game 4 at Dodger Stadium. Words were exchanged. Benches and bullpens cleared. Milwaukee right fielder Christian Yelich afterward called Machado a "dirty player."
Machado couldn't have cared less.
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Brewers fans jeered Machado throughout Game 6. They chanted "Manny sucks!" Machado went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in the 7-2 loss.
Machado lived up to his villain status and stepped up his game in Game 7. He worked a 3-2 count against Milwaukee right-hander Jhoulys Chacin in the second inning, when he unexpectedly bunted a slider up the third-base line for a single.
Machado, who famously answered criticism about not hustling in Game 2 by saying he will never be "Johnny Hustle," reached a sprint speed of 29.3 feet per second. It was Machado's fastest tracked sprint speed of the season.
It appears Machado, who averaged 26.3 feet per second. during the regular season, runs well when he chooses.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Statcast™ measures Machado's speed on bunt
But why bunt there, Manny? It was the first 3-2 bunt single since Norichika Aoki had one for the Royals on May 29, 2014.
"I can't say what I really want to say," Machado said.
Machado was upset that Chacin quick pitched him.
"I know it was a little [gutsy], but anything to win," Machado said. "It came out perfectly because Belli [Cody Bellinger] came up next and hit that big, big homer to put us up top."
Video: NLCS Gm7: Dodgers on advancing to the World Series
Machado's unexpected bunt was a moment to savor, but then he sparked further controversy. After he reached first base, he grabbed himself a few times as he faced Brewers fans in the stands. Asked if he made an untoward gesture toward them, Machado sidestepped.
"Honestly, I have no idea," Machado said. "All I heard was, 'Manny sucks.'"
So no gestures to the crowd?
"No," Machado said. "I just hear what they say. I just enjoy it, take it all in, you know?"
Asked if he likes being a villain, Machado sidestepped again.
"I play baseball, I play baseball," he said. "We won today. I love it. There's no better feeling than celebrating."
But come on, Manny? Didn't it feel great to drop down a bunt to spark a rally and win Game 7, especially after the boos and his performance in Game 6?
Machado smiled and pointed to the golden champagne bottle in his hands.
"I play for this," he said.
Machado then scanned over the crowd of reporters in front of him.
"Where's the trophy at?" he said. "Where's the trophy at? That's all I play for, baby. That's all I play for."
Machado tries for a bigger trophy beginning Tuesday against the Red Sox in Game 1 of the World Series.
Todd Zolecki has been a reporter for MLB.com since 2009. Follow him on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
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MILWAUKEE -- The Brewers' World Series hopes turned on two line drives.
One was caught. One was not.
And because of those outcomes -- a Christian Yelich drive that found Chris Taylor's glove at the warning track in the fifth inning before a laser beam of a three-run home run for Yasiel Puig in the sixth -- a surprising season that carried a Milwaukee team two years removed from rebuilding to within one victory of the Fall Classic came to a close. The 2018 Brewers went down with a 5-1 loss to the Dodgers in Game 7 of the National League Championship Series at Miller Park on Saturday night.
Just like that, it was the end. The Brewers set a franchise record with 102 total wins. That included a 12-game spree that stretched into October and covered regular season Game 163 at Wrigley Field for the NL Central crown before a sweep of the Rockies in the NL Division Series, then a date with the postseason-tested Dodgers in the NLCS.
The winning streak ended in Game 2 of the NLCS after Milwaukee had a three-run lead with nine outs to go, a result that tilted the series in Los Angeles' favor. Now the Dodgers are off to the World Series for the 20th time, tied with the Giants for the second most all time to the Yankees' 40.
The Brewers, including perhaps their highest-profile fan, will have to try again next year.
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"I'm sure not just for me personally, but for everybody here in Wisconsin, this is a big deal," said Hall of Famer Robin Yount an hour before the start of the second Game 7 in Brewers history. "We're not like some of the bigger franchises that experience this stuff a little more often.
"So when a team is this good and plays this well in the playoff atmosphere, we're all excited. I'm as excited as anybody."
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Even Yount left the ballpark disappointed.
"The obvious is that it's disappointing," said Yelich, whose eyes welled as he talked about his remarkable and exhausting second-half push to become the NL MVP Award favorite. "But so many guys have gotten better. We can learn from this. It's something to be proud of. We accomplished a lot, especially down the stretch. Once this settles down, we can assess what we accomplished and use it as motivation for next year. Hopefully, this is just the beginning."
Video: NLCS Gm7: Yelich lines solo HR to open scoring
Said Ryan Braun: "This is certainly not the position that we hoped to be in. I think we entered the day really confident. They just beat us today."
There was early reason for excitement in Game 7. Yelich drove in his first run of the NLCS with a solo homer in the first inning, but it was another fly ball off his bat on which the game would pivot. Milwaukee trailed in the fifth, 2-1, and had already burned relief ace Josh Hader for three scoreless innings in the wake of a shaky Jhoulys Chacin when Lorenzo Cain doubled off L.A. starter Walker Buehler with two outs. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts popped out of the dugout to tap into his bullpen.
If there exists a soft spot in Los Angeles' stout pitching staff, this may have been it. Buehler and his electric triple-digit-tickling fastball were out of the game, and Kenley Jansen and the Dodgers' best relievers were yet to come. Yelich drew 22-year-old lefty Julio Urias -- who was left off L.A.'s NLDS roster but was added for this round for just this kind of spot -- and he got a pitch to hit when Urias left an elevated 0-2 fastball within the bounds of the strike zone.
Yelich made solid contact and sent the baseball toward the gap in left-center. Taylor, who began the game at second base before moving to left in the third inning as Roberts once again aggressively employed his deep bench, took an adventurous route but found the right spot to make a running, sliding catch that ended the inning.
"You could feel the tension in the stands," Taylor said. "The stadium was going crazy, Julio facing the MVP and the tying run on second. It just all built up."
Video: NOCS Gm7: Taylor robs Yelich to save a run
"That's the thing, when there's one game, anything can happen," Yelich said. "Some things go your way, some things don't. They made the plays. They made the pitches when they had to to win. It's tough when it's one game that decides it. Credit to them, they played great and they won. I feel like we didn't really beat ourselves. They went out and they won the game."
That sucked some of the energy out of the crowd. Puig finished the job.
Cody Bellinger had given the Dodgers the lead with a two-run homer off Chacin in the second inning, but it was his speed legging out a potential double-play grounder in the sixth inning that allowed Puig to deliver the dagger. With two on and two outs against Jeremy Jeffress, who was every bit as good as Hader during the regular season but couldn't conjure the same results in October, Puig smashed a curveball -- it was actually low and away -- over the left-center-field wall for a three-run homer and a 5-1 lead.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Puig breaks it open with 3-run homer
Two of those runs were hung on Jeffress, who surrendered six earned runs in eight postseason innings. That matched the earned runs he allowed in his final 39 innings of the regular season dating all the way back to June 27.
"That's baseball, man," said Jeffress. "That was a good pitch for me. The whole series, I've been throwing good pitches. They've just been getting hit."
Video: NLCS Gm7: Jeffress reflects on Brewers' 2018 season
Did Jeffress run out of gas at the end?
"I don't have the perfect answer for you," Brewers manager Craig Counsell said. "Tonight I thought both hits were on some breaking balls that just didn't have the good bite to them that they needed to have. This guy got outs better than anybody in the National League out of the bullpen this year. He was wonderful. And the playoffs did not go well for him."
Dodgers relievers had no such trouble, retiring 13 of the 14 Brewers batters they faced beginning with Urias' big out against Yelich. Milwaukee's only baserunner the rest of the way came on Orlando Arcia's two-out single in the seventh.
After Clayton Kershaw emerged from the bullpen and recorded the final three outs, Counsell left his club with a message to take into the offseason.
"This team, what I just told them is that they took us on an amazing journey," Counsell said. "They really did. They took us on an incredible journey that we should all be grateful for being able to see, because it was a magical run, especially in the month of September and into October. From Pittsburgh [in late September] on was absolutely incredible, how the team played and answered every tough situation they were in."
Video: NLCS Gm7: Brewers on postseason run, 2018 season
MOMENTS THAT MATTERED
A bunt and a blast: Chacin, the Brewers' best pitcher during the regular season, was not at his best in Game 7. Every Dodger besides Manny Machado resisted offering at Chacin's slider, and when he grooved a two-seam fastball to Bellinger that was supposed to be up and in, Bellinger blasted it to the right-field bleachers for a two-run homer and a lead for Los Angeles. The homer followed a surprise bunt single in a full count from Machado, who was booed loudly for the second straight night. It was the first full-count bunt hit in the Majors since Nori Aoki of the Royals on May 29, 2014.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Bellinger belts 2-run homer, scores Machado
"I think I quick-pitched him, so the only thing he could do was bunt there," said Chacin. "It was a perfect bunt. That's what I was most surprised of. Then I tried to get Bellinger to chase up, and the ball sunk down. He put a good swing on the ball.
"... I'm really proud of all of the guys here. Nobody believed we could make it here, and we just went one win away from the World Series. I'm excited for next year."
Video: NLCS Gm7: Chacin discusses tough Game 7 loss
Stranding Shaw: It was still 2-1 in the fourth when Travis Shaw's leadoff double against Buehler put the Brewers in business. But the Dodgers rookie never let Shaw budge from second base, striking out Jesus Aguilar (his breakthrough season ended with an 0-for-4, four-strikeout night) and Erik Kratz around a Mike Moustakas flyout. Milwaukee's only other runner in scoring position the rest of the night was Cain in the fifth.
"The bottom line is they pitched well and they didn't let us get anything going," Counsell said. "I talked before the game about multiple baserunners. We did get some leadoff guys on, but I don't know if there was an inning [after the second] where we had multiple baserunners on. We weren't able to put together rallies, multiple hits, and get things going. And credit to them for how they pitched tonight."
Video: NLCS Gm7: Buehler fans Kratz to escape trouble in 4th
SOUND SMART
Arcia's strong finish gave the Brewers hope for better things in 2019 for the slick-fielding shortstop. He became the 12th player to collect a hit in all seven games of an LCS. The last was the Giants' Marco Scutaro in 2012.
"Losing sucks. It hurts any time; it's not the 'stage of my career.' If we came up short in Game 163, it would have sucked. It doesn't suck any more or any less. I remember losing in the championship game in Little League just like I remember losing in Game 7 of the World Series. You learn from it and hopefully you become better, because if you don't become better, that means you became worse." -- Kratz
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MILWAUKEE -- Corey Seager's elbow blew out, and the Dodgers found a way. The entire starting rotation went on the disabled list, and they found a way. Kenley Jansen's heart raced, and they found a way. They even found a way to overcome a nine-game deficit in the National League West. And on Saturday, the Dodgers found their way back to the World Series.
With rookie starter Walker Buehler poised under pressure, NLCS MVP Cody Bellinger and Yasiel Puig launching crowd-silencing homers at Miller Park and Chris Taylor pulling off a miracle catch in left field, the Dodgers eliminated the Brewers in Game 7 of the NL Championship Series, 5-1, and will play the Red Sox in the World Series starting Tuesday night in Boston.
"Every single person in this room has their fingerprints on this season," said Dave Roberts, who will be managing against his former Dodgers teammate, Boston's Alex Cora. "We haven't accomplished our goal yet. Four more wins. Let's go."
The Dodgers are going to back-to-back World Series for the first time since 1977-78, when they lost both times to the Yankees. They'll be trying for their first World Series win since 1988, which was clinched 30 years ago to the day, the same year they last won a Game 7 in the NLCS against the Mets. This one secured their 20th appearance in the Fall Classic, tying the Giants for the most in the NL.
"We found a way to get it done again," said Justin Turner. "You saw big swings from two guys [Bellinger and Puig] that didn't have the success this year they wanted. Walker Buehler gave us almost five innings, Ryan Madson is the unsung hero of the entire postseason and our bullpen was outstanding in a series when their bullpen got a lot of the press, a lot of attention. Our guys stepped up and got it done."
The Dodgers' bullpen, outpitching a more celebrated Brewers bullpen, finished it off with 4 1/3 scoreless innings. Jansen struck out three of the four batters he faced, then handed the baton to Game 5 winner Clayton Kershaw, who struck out Mike Moustakas and was in the middle of the dogpile.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Kershaw on 9th inning, Dodgers' NLCS win
"Where we came from this year, it's a testament to these guys," said Kershaw. "It's a great group, we're excited, we're going to celebrate but we don't want to lose again, so we'll be ready to go."
Los Angeles' bullpen had a 1.45 ERA in the series.
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Video: NLCS Gm7: Jansen racks up 3 strikeouts in Game 7
"All the heavy punches we took all season about the bullpen, including myself, and here we are celebrating," said Jansen. "We win another National League championship and we're going to the World Series. It was harder from the start and feels so much sweeter than last year."
General manager Farhan Zaidi echoed Jansen's analysis.
"We really had our backs to the wall in this game," he said. "Easy wasn't really in our playbook, so it was fitting it took us until Game 7. It was more of a joyride last year."
Like everything else this season, though, the Game 7 victory was tougher than it looked. Milwaukee scored first on Christian Yelich's homer, his second extra-base hit and first RBI of the series, on a 98 mph Buehler fastball in the first inning. Teams scoring first in a winner-take-all Game 7 had been 36-19 and 11-5 in Game 7 of the LCS.
But Brewers starter Jhoulys Chacin couldn't hold the lead for even a half-inning. Manny Machado, with boos echoing through Miller Park, shocked everybody by perfectly bunting a 3-2 hanging slider for a leadoff infield single in the second. Bellinger, batting .190 at the time, followed by crushing a two-run homer projected by Statcast™ at 425 feet for a 2-1 lead. Add that to the dazzling catch and walk-off hit to win the 13-inning Game 4 and Bellinger was named MVP.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Bellinger blasts a 2-run homer in the 2nd
Before the top of the second ended, Milwaukee started warming up its most lethal weapon, Josh Hader, and after the inning ended, Kershaw walked from the dugout to the Dodgers' bullpen. And the plot thickened. Hader entered to start the third inning. He put up three zeros for the second time in the series.
But it was Taylor -- co-MVP of last year's NLCS -- who at least matched Bellinger's catch in Game 4 with a spectacularly circuitous, lunging, sliding, over-the-shoulder catch of what would have been a game-tying double by Yelich with two outs in the fifth inning, saving L.A. reliever Julio Urias, brought in specifically to retire Yelich.
"At that point in time, I thought the game was tied," said Roberts. "But C.T. gets a great break on the ball, and really a game-saving play."
"That was the catch of the year," said Bellinger, who held the title for three games.
Video: Must C Catch: Taylor ranges to make run-saving grab
Urias, pitching back to back for the first time in his life, also was pitching the day after the death of his grandmother, revealed to the team in the clubhouse by Enrique Hernandez before the champagne celebration began.
The catch should put Taylor right there with Bellinger and Brooklyn's Al Gionfriddo and Sandy Amoros for the most crucial defensive plays in Dodgers postseason history. Usually soft-spoken and mild-mannered, Taylor made, for him, a scene celebrating.
"You could feel the tension in the stands," he explained. "The stadium was going crazy, Julio facing the MVP and the tying run on second."
That set up the key blow in the sixth after Max Muncy and Turner singled and Bellinger beat out a double-play grounder, as Puig hit a three-run blast off Jeremy Jeffress, who called Turner "lucky" after his Game 2-winning homer off Jeffress. Puig was 3-for-4.
Buehler struck out seven in 4 2/3 innings. Madson followed Urias for five outs and was credited with the victory, Jansen came on with two outs in the seventh and Kershaw pitched the ninth, his first postseason relief outing since Game 7 of last year's World Series.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Madson K's 2 over 1 2/3, earns Game 7 win
"I think [World Series] Game 7 last year prepared us for Game 7 tonight," said catcher Austin Barnes. "If you make it bigger than it is, it works against you. I think we learned that last year. We executed."
Machado, who felt Chacin was quick-pitching him, effortlessly dropped a ridiculously perfect bunt single on a 3-2 pitch, which hadn't been done by anybody in any big league game since 2014. It silenced a crowd that had been raucously booing Machado and maybe it rattled Chacin, who served up the go-ahead home run to the next batter, Bellinger.
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Puig is the third Cuban player to homer in a Game 7, joining Tony Perez (1975 World Series) and Bert Campaneris ('73 World Series).
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YOU GOTTA SEE THIS
If Bellinger doesn't beat out the double-play grounder with one out in the sixth inning, Puig doesn't come up to slug the three-run homer. Statcast™ timed Bellinger's sprint speed from home to first at 30.5 feet per second (30.0 is considered elite).
Video: NLCS Gm7: Bellinger prevents double play in the 6th
"Puig was right." -- Barnes, on his teammate's prediction on a World Series return
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Roberts after Game 7 win: 'That certainly was a signature play'
MILWAUKEE -- Chris Taylor had never played the outfield before last season, but the man sure can catch a fly ball. He started Game 7 of the National League Championship Series at second base, but he moved to left field in the third inning before making a momentum-killing catch on the warning track in left-center field to end the fifth on Saturday at Miller Park.
It might have been the defensive play of the series.
"It was just a big moment," Taylor said after the 5-1 victory over the Brewers clinched the Dodgers' second consecutive trip to the World Series. "You can feel the tension in the stands. The stadium was going crazy. We brought [Julio Urias] in to face the [likely] MVP. The tying run was on second. It just all built up."
After Milwaukee center fielder Lorenzo Cain hit a two-out double in the fifth with Los Angeles holding a 2-1 lead, left-hander Urias entered the game to face Christian Yelich. The Brewers' right fielder ripped an 0-2 fastball to deep left-center field. It looked like a sure-fire extra-base hit as the ball left Yelich's bat at 97.8 mph, especially after Taylor initially broke toward center field.
"I thought it was going to be further in the gap," Taylor said.
But Taylor corrected his route and threw up his glove at the last second, catching the ball as he fell onto the warning track.
"It kind of tailed a lot," Taylor said. "So my original route, I had to kind of banana back toward the wall. I was just glad I was able to make the adjustment to make the play."
"That certainly was a signature play," Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said. "Once the game is tied anything can happen. The momentum shifts."
Video: NLCS Gm7: Taylor, Bellinger, Roberts on Taylor's grab
Taylor needed to travel 81 feet to catch the ball, but he ran 85 feet as he adjusted from his initial break, according to Statcast™. Taylor said he also worried about Dodgers center fielder Cody Bellinger, which is why he never reached top speed. Taylor's sprint speed to the ball (27.1 feet per second) is nowhere near the 30.1 feet per second he reached in the outfield this season.
"I actually thought it was going to be Belly's ball," Taylor said. "It was right in between us; trying to get a feel where he was and whose ball it was going to be. It's so loud in there, calling for the ball does no good. Just trying to get a read on him and the ball at the same time."
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Asked how plays like that come to him, Taylor said, "It's just one of those reaction plays, I think. Those are some of the tougher ones, a lefty hits one in the gap, it tails. You don't really know how much that ball is going to tail back. It's really just a reaction play."
And one that propelled L.A. to Boston for Game 1 of the World Series.
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By Matthew Leach MLB.com
MILWAUKEE -- The Dodgers have been conservative with their handling of Clayton Kershaw this postseason, more inclined to start him on extra rest than short rest. But with their season down to a single game, things were understandably different on Saturday night.
Manager Dave Roberts called on Kershaw to close out Game 7 of the National League Championship Series on two days' rest after an outstanding start in Game 5 at Dodger Stadium on Wednesday. The Dodgers' ace delivered a scoreless ninth inning with two strikeouts to secure the NL pennant with a 5-1 win and advance Los Angeles to the World Series against the Red Sox.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Kershaw seals Game 7 as Dodgers win pennant
"It doesn't matter how you get there," Kershaw said after the game. "But to get to go back after last year is unbelievable. Where we came from this year, it's a testament to these guys, man. It's a great group. We're excited, we're gonna celebrate tonight, but we don't want to lose again, so we'll be ready to go."
Kershaw entered Saturday having made five career postseason relief appearances to go along with his 22 starts. He threw four innings without allowing a run in Game 7 of last year's World Series, also on two days' rest after a Game 5 start.
Matthew Leach is an editor for MLB.com.
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MILWAUKEE -- That power stroke? Christian Yelich couldn't have picked a better time to find it again.
Quiet for much of the National League Championship Series, Yelich powered the Brewers to an early lead in Game 7 on Saturday by rocketing a solo home run off Walker Buehler in the first inning. The homer was Yelich's first of the series, and his first since Game 1 of the NL Division Series against the Rockies.
Milwaukee sprinted into the postseason largely on the back of Yelich, whose monster second half propelled him to the front of the race for the NL Most Valuable Player Award. He hit 36 home runs in the regular season and led all NL hitters in batting average, slugging percentage and OPS.
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But Yelich cooled off following his postseason-opening homer against Colorado, and entered play on Saturday hitting .167 with five walks across 29 plate appearances in this series. His homer gave the Brewers a 1-0 advantage, and the early lead they were looking for, although it evaporated when Cody Bellinger took Jhoulys Chacin deep in the top of the second to give the Dodgers a 2-1 lead.
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Yelich earned his homer. The 98.4-mph fastball from Buehler was the hardest pitch Yelich has homered on in his career, according to Statcast™. The resulting liner squeaked over the wall in right-center, just beyond the reach of a leaping Yasiel Puig.
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MILWAUKEE -- Robin Yount almost left the Brewers to chase a ring in Anaheim. It's nights like Saturday that make him glad he stayed.
Yount, the Hall of Famer and two-time American League MVP Award winner (1982, '89), threw the ceremonial first pitch before Game 7 of the National League Championship Series, before this Brewers team tried to get where only Yount's '82 team had gone before: the World Series.
"I know one thing, it's a heck of a lot easier to be in uniform during these games than it is being a fan in the stands," said Yount. "I mean, I'm way more nervous today than I was when I played. And it's not to throw out the first pitch, because that's easy. The game coming up is. ... In my gut right now, it's pretty exciting."
Yount hadn't picked up a baseball in years, but he wasn't worried. In 2016, Yount -- an avid motorcyclist who lives in the Phoenix area -- nearly lost the use of his right hand when a compressor fell and crushed it while he was working in his garage. He drove himself to the hospital, and later underwent extensive surgery for multiple broken bones.
But Yount healed, and was able to continue attending autograph signings and other events. On Saturday, he took the field at Miller Park, the retractable-domed home of the Brewers that he helped lobby to get built.
"I will say there's something about going out on a big league field, for me, that is very comfortable," Yount said. "I'm not comfortable sitting right here talking to you folks, but I feel very comfortable out on that field. And I know when I walk out there I'm going to feel like I'm at home. And that's just the way it's been."
Twenty-five years after he retired, Yount remains the most revered player in franchise history, having played all 20 of his Major League seasons in Milwaukee while topping 3,000 hits. But it almost didn't happen that way. In December 1989, he nearly signed with the Angels, believing they were closer to contention than a Brewers team coming off an 81-81 campaign.
What made Yount stay?
"It was the right thing to do at that point in my career," he said. "[Then-Brewers owner Bud Selig] convinced me that it was the right thing to do. The fans of this community and Wisconsin convinced me it was the right thing to do.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Yount on return to Milwaukee, first pitch
"And as bad as I wanted to go chase that ring, after I had made the decision to stay, I knew it was the right thing to do."
Yount came along for the ride as the 2018 Brewers chased the same dream. He attended NL Division Series games at Miller Park and has been a regular throughout the NLCS, including the games at Dodger Stadium.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Yount on Counsell growing up around Brewers
Yount, who grew up in Los Angeles, was asked about the players he cheered as a boy, and he made an admission that may stun those familiar with NL rivalries.
"I'm just going to be very honest. I grew up in L.A., but I was a Giant fan," he said. "I didn't really care for the Dodgers all that much. So I guess I'm not surprising anybody if I say I'm cheering for the Brewers tonight."
Video: NLCS Gm7: Yount on impact of baseball on Wisconsin
Slugger gets start at 1B over Freese; Taylor gets nod at 2B
MILWAUKEE -- Dodgers manager Dave Roberts started Max Muncy at first base and Chris Taylor at second base in the decisive National League Championship Series Game 7 on Saturday night.
Muncy came into the game hitting .167 (3-for-18) with one RBI, three walks, 10 strikeouts and a .452 OPS in the NLCS. Roberts could have started David Freese at first, particularly because he has done well against the Brewers over the years. Plus, Freese is a clutch postseason performer. He has a 1.083 OPS in nine NLCS plate appearances against Milwaukee and a career .883 OPS in 208 postseason plate appearances. Freese homered and doubled in a 7-2 loss in Game 6.
It is not like Freese's season platoon splits are wildly drastic, either. He had a .786 OPS vs. right-handers compared to an .876 OPS against left-handers.
"I do believe that there's been some swing-and-miss with Max," Roberts said, when asked why he started Muncy over Freese. "I still like him in the batter's box, I do. [Brewers right-hander Jhoulys] Chacin has made some good pitches on him as [have] their guys in the bullpen. I also feel that Freese is a very good weapon in a selected spot off the bench. And I still trust Max's ability to get on base and potentially slug for us."
Taylor started at second for the first time this postseason, although he has played there four times. He played 12 regular-season games there, starting five times.
Pederson good to go
Joc Pederson, struck on the right wrist by a 96 mph fastball from Corey Knebel in Game 6, was in the starting lineup for the Dodgers, leading off and playing left field.
Pederson did not take batting practice on the field with the rest of the squad before Game 7, but Roberts insisted Pederson's wrist was sound and that the outfielder took his batting practice in the indoor batting cage, along with Yasiel Puig. The rest of the club took batting practice, as usual, on the field.
Pederson is 3-for-12 in the series, with a walk and four strikeouts.
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Buehler, Chacin to square off in rematch of Game 3
MILWAUKEE -- The Dodgers and Brewers are taking this National League Championship Series the distance with a decisive Game 7 on Saturday at Miller Park, the winner going to the World Series, the loser going home. Eight months of work boiled down to one night.
The game will be a rematch of Game 3's starting pitchers, rookie Walker Buehler for Los Angeles and veteran Jhoulys Chacin for Milwaukee. The Dodgers are 3-4 all-time in Game 7s, the Brewers 0-1, while the home team is 6-3 in NLCS Game 7s.
Here are possible starting lineups and answers to the most frequently asked questions about Game 7:
1. Joc Pederson, LF
2. Max Muncy, 1B
3. Justin Turner, 3B
4. Manny Machado, SS
5. Cody Bellinger, CF
6. Yasiel Puig, RF
7. Chris Taylor, 2B
8. Austin Barnes, C
9. Walker Buehler, P
1. Lorenzo Cain, CF
2. Christian Yelich, RF
3. Ryan Braun, LF
4. Travis Shaw, 2B
5. Jesus Aguilar, 1B
6. Mike Moustakas, 3B
7. Erik Kratz, C
8. Orlando Arcia, SS
9. Jhoulys Chacin, SP
Who are the starting pitchers?
Dodgers: Buehler pitched better than his Game 3 line (four runs, seven innings) looked, and he gets another chance in a rematch with Chacin. Four of Buehler's innings were scoreless, but he also allowed four extra-base hits -- a homer to Arcia, a triple to Shaw and doubles to Braun and Kratz. All factored in the scoring. His stuff is electric and his confidence is off the charts, but it's a Game 7 on the road and will be an acid test for the rookie who was rattled in Atlanta in the NL Division Series.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Walker Buehler discusses starting Game 7
Brewers: From innings eater to playoff ace, that's the journey Chacin has taken this year. And now he gets the ball for Milwaukee with the season on the line. How long will the leash be for Chacin? Probably minimal, given what's at stake and how aggressively the Brewers have deployed their relievers this October, when less was at stake. This is a winner-take-all, so it's possible Chacin might only pitch until the first sign of trouble.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Chacin discusses starting pivotal Game 7
But that's not a reflection on how effective Chacin has been this postseason. Quite the opposite. The Brewers' most durable starter in the regular season, he is unscored upon across 10 1/3 innings this October, the workload split between two starts. Chacin shut out the Dodgers for 5 1/3 in his last outing, Milwaukee's 4-0 Game 3 win in Los Angeles.
Video: NLCS Gm7: Buehler, Chacin set to face off in Game 7
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How will the bullpens line up after the starter?
Dodgers: Falling behind early in Game 6, Dave Roberts managed his bullpen thinking about Game 7. He didn't use closer Kenley Jansen, Pedro Baez or Ryan Madson, and he gets another pretty good high-leverage arm with Game 5 winner Clayton Kershaw available for relief duty.
Brewers: It won't technically be a bullpen game, but semantics aside, it very well could end up that way. The Brewers will be even more hyper-aggressive deploying their relievers in Game 7's do-or-die setting, and they are perfectly set up to do so after winning Game 6 handily. Their 7-2 margin ensured they didn't have to use Josh Hader, meaning the fireman will be on three full days of rest and no restrictions. That plays completely into Craig Counsell's game plan
Video: NLCS Gm6: Counsell on having Hader for Game 7.
Should Milwaukee grab an early lead, Counsell would likely call on Hader and ride him as far as he can. And behind Hader, the Brewers are set up well. Jeremy Jeffress is coming off a scoreless outing. Joakim Soria will be rested after not pitching in Game 6. And Corey Knebel has been dominant this postseason, Friday's 1 2/3-innings effort providing the latest example. Knebel is likely the only member of the usual late-inning crew who might need to be used at all delicately.
"Best-case scenario for us," Counsell said. "You'll see [Hader on Saturday], for sure."
Are there any relievers who are unavailable?
Dodgers: Roberts said it's all hands on deck.
Brewers: Corbin Burnes could be limited after throwing two innings Friday, and it may be a push to ask Knebel for five outs again. But if they have to, the Brewers will. It's win or go home.
Video: NLCS Gm6: Burnes retires Kemp to force a Game 7
Any injuries of note?
Dodgers: The one possibility is Pederson, who was hit by a 96-mph Knebel pitch on the right wrist in the sixth inning. He remained in and finished the game, struck out in the ninth inning and apparently did not have X-rays taken, but that doesn't mean it won't swell up and be sore Saturday.
Video: NLCS Gm6: Pederson stays in after getting hit on hand
Brewers: No.
Who is hot and who is not?
Dodgers: After going 0-for-5 as mostly a decoy, Freese homered and doubled against Wade Miley. Machado has done the most damage for the Dodgers this postseason, but he responded to a hostile Milwaukee crowd with an 0-for-4 and two strikeouts. L.A.'s position player with the highest average in the series is Taylor at .350. Muncy has 10 strikeouts in 18 at-bats.
Brewers: Cain is back to fueling the Brewers from the top of their order, going 4-for-his-last-9. Yelich doubled Friday, but it marked just his first extra-base hit of this series. Milwaukee hopes big Game 6 performances by Aguilar (3-for-5, 3 RBIs) and Moustakas (RBI double) were signs of more to come.
More than anything, Friday marked a departure from what had been a series-long struggle for the Brewers: hitting with runners in scoring position. They went 5-for-16 (.313) in those spots in Game 6, after entering play 5-for-their-last-35 in those situations.
Video: NLCS Gm6: Aguilar records 3 hits, 3 RBIs in Game 6
Anything else fans might want to know?
This is the first Game 7 in Milwaukee since the 1958 World Series, when the Milwaukee Braves lost to the Yankees, 6-2. … The only previous Game 7 in Brewers history was a 6-3 loss to the Cardinals in the 1982 World Series. ... The last NLCS Game 7 came in 2012, when the Giants beat the Cardinals at AT&T Park, 9-0. ... The last time the Dodgers won consecutive NL pennants was 1977-78; coincidentally those are also their two most recent World Series losses prior to last year.
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The new Centre Court in Foro Italico
Seats: 10,500
Structure: rectangular building
Ground surface: clay
Materials used: cement, steel, glass
Price of the work: approximately 28,400,000 €
Ownership: Coni Serviz
World Tennis Championship
April 27th, 2010 was an important date for tennis in Italy. It coincided, with the inauguration of the new Centre Tennis Court in Foro Italico, which hosted the LXXV edition of International Tennis BNL in Rome, Italy. This event was staged in a more modern and spacious stadium than the one from the previous year. It has 10,500 seats, and a completely renovated structure, made of cement, steel and glass which we went to visit.
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The overview of the Centre Court stands is fantastic. “And this is not by chance!” Giancarlo Venelli says while we admire the structure during a sunny day in April. But let's start at the beginning. To uncover the full story we went to Rome accompanied by Mr.Venelli, who is an internationally renowned expert on the subject and who oversaw the design of the stands. He is the President of Metaltecnica Venelli, the company located in Como that made these stands. Before we met him, we did some digging and found out that this gentleman with graying hair, blue eyes and ready wit has worked with some of the biggest names in the world of architecture: Gae Aulenti and Arata Isozaki, just to name a few.
The importance of colors
“Let’s go back to talking about the Centre Court” urges Mr. Venelli, who seemed almost embarrassed by our admiration. “Look at the stands. – He tells me – Note how the glare forms around the perimeter and how it does not disturb the eye. This is all due to color!”
We let our guide point out that the stands are all in gray. "Of course" answers our expert. “That's the secret. You see, so far I developed a theory about designing a seat. It has to be monochrome or it has to be made up of varying shades of the same color. What is the benefit of a single color? You see, regardless of color choice, monochrome seats allow the stands to look identical. The design is not interrupted by using different colors. The eye of the beholder is able to fully perceive the lines of the structure because it is not "disturbed" by different colors. If the architecture has a certain look, it must be visible. If you cannot visualize theturns and curves, you will not appreciate where you are. Spectators who arrive early will not get bored if they can understand the layout while they wait. It is not true that people do not appreciate these things. They do all right; we just need to give them the opportunity to do so.”
A long story
The concept that Mr Venelli has developed is more than acceptable, but it is important to clarify that it is the result of a lot of research. “When I looked at the seats for the 1990 Olympic Stadium in Rome - says our expert - a project that started from scratch, from the demolition of the old building to the creation of a new one, I took care of the choreographic speech of the area. For the stands, which comprised of about 80,000 seats, I used a single blue water color, that worked perfectly. It was a very special moment because that work was done during the 1990 World Cup. The eyes of the world were fixed on this satdium, but the result was ... Well it is not for me to say. Since then I've always done things according to my way of viewing the architecture”.
Let's talk about the structure
“Now talking about tennis”Mr. Venelli urges with the enthusiasm that only people that truly love their work have. “The one at Foro Italico was a great moment because I had to work on a structure that was very interesting from an architectural point of view. We were dealing with a court that had one third of its volume below the ground level. In fact, it is a structure that precisely for this reason is also less invasive than the surrounding environment. I had free rein, and I had all the facts. At least half of all the most important Italian structures that are owned by Coni, were supervised by me. I must say that at the end of the work there have been only positive comments because we succeeded on basing everything on a single gray color. Five shades of gray, starting from slate gray for the lower stand levels and then lighter shades as we climb up to the top level which is the final outline of the stand perimeter. Clear, clear up to remember the sky when it is blue”.
The reason for the choice
The monochrome theory is very interesting and what Giancarlo Venelli told us allows us to see the stands from a different perspective. Before we left, we asked him a final question: why did you choose a gray color? “Because gray goes with everything!” He answers us amused. “I'm not joking. It is true. People have to bring color to the stands, not the seats. If one day this building is used for a concert, even a lady with a bright dress will have the right impact. The stands have to be neutral, it must be inviting. A lady wearing red and who sits on a red or blue seat, will not look flattering. I have made a lot of facilities for outdoor performances and I've always used colors that can make the spectators stand out”.
But apart from the stands, what do the athletes think of this court? Andreas Seppi told livetennis.“The Centre is one of the most beautiful courts. Very cosy, people are very close. It is really beautiful”. And what do the spectators think? On the same website, someone said: “I can confirm that the building is really well designed for tennis. Even in the higher levels you feel very close to the red court due to the considerable slope of the stands”. At this point, we can only say: congratulations, it is a success!
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India Post plans to equip postmen with PoS machines: report
Siladitya Ray
By Siladitya Ray ( @SiladityaRay siladitya@medianama.com ) March 16, 2018
India Post is reportedly planning to equip postmen with point of sale (PoS) machines that will allow postal recipients to pay for parcels with a debit or credit card. The Financial Express reported that the push comes as a part of the India Post’s ambitions of becoming a key player in the digital banking space.
According to the report the project is expected to be rolled out within a matter of weeks. The suggested timeline to have postmen carry PoS machines would coincide with the suggested final rollout of the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) with the setting up of 650 branches by the end of April 2018. IPPB is currently only accessible at two branches in Raipur and Ranchi.
Debit cards in India
Although the government’s drive to get people to open bank accounts in rural India has led to the growth debit card holders, the lack of infrastructure has limited use of these cards. According to numbers shared by the Finance Ministry in the Parliament, 235.6 million RuPay debit cards have been issued to Jan Dhan Account holders as of 28 February 2018.
As of January 2018, the number of debit cards held in India stands at 846.7 million, with 4.23 million new cardholders being added in the first month of the new year.
POS machines
FE reports that the local arm of French payments company Lyra Networks India has been given the mandate to develop and connect the network of machines. The report speculates that anywhere between 150,000 and 210,000 new PoS machines could be put to use by India Post and that PoS machines on average cost anywhere between Rs 6,000 and Rs 10,000 apiece (the massive purchase order could drive down those prices). Beyond the machines themselves, there will be other cost involving logistics and cellular/internet connectivity.
As per Medianama’s February 2018 report on Digital Payments in India, there are 3.03 million POS machines in operation across the country (as of December 2017). The number of POS machines in the country has risen 71% since demonetisation although the monthly growth numbers have declined from 300,000 in March 2017 to 30,000 in December 2017. This number could see a significant surge once India Post begins the rollout of this plan.
ATMs for IPPB
With the rollout of IPPB, India Post aims to issue debit cards to account holders and plans to open its own ATMs to serve these cardholders. “In line with the Cabinet’s decision, IPPB intends to rollout 5,000 ATMs over a period of time. At present, IPPB will leverage the DOP ATMs for its banking operations, which are already connected with network of ATMs of other banks,” Communications Minister Manoj Sinha had said.
On last count, the India Post Payments Bank had issued 1619 Debit Cards: around 832 in Jharkhand and 787 in Chhattisgarh. While the Payments Bank hasn’t installed any ATMs, the Department of Posts has around 976 ATMs in rural India.
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Drugs & Diseases > Hematology > Platelet Disorders Q&A
How effective is eltrombopag for the treatment of chronic immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) platelet disorder in adults?
Author: Perumal Thiagarajan, MD; Chief Editor: Srikanth Nagalla, MBBS, MS, FACP more...
Eltrombopag is an oral nonpeptide thrombopoietin receptor agonist that interacts with the transmembrane domain of the thrombopoietin receptor and induces megakaryocyte proliferation and differentiation. It has been shown to increase the platelet count in refractory ITP and in thrombocytopenia associated with hepatitis C–induced cirrhosis. It will most likely also be effective in thrombocytopenia due to other causes, by stimulating megakaryocytes.
Eltrombopag is approved for treatment of refractory chronic ITP in patients who are at increased risk of bleeding because of their platelet count and clinical condition. It has also proved useful as bridging therapy for surgery, to provide a temporary pre-procedure boost in platelet count for patients with ITP who do not normally require therapy. [24]
Eltrombopag is given in doses of 25-75 mg daily. The adverse effects include hepatotoxicity, worsening of cataracts, and increased bone marrow reticulin fibers.
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Normal hemostasis.
Purpuric spots.
Spurious thrombocytopenia. Peripheral smear of a patient reported to have platelet counts of 10,000-150,000/μL on various occasions. The smear shows clumping of the platelets and satellitism involving neutrophils and platelets.
Examination of the peripheral smears in immune thrombocytopenic purpura often shows giant platelets. These platelets reflect the increased megakaryocytic mass in the marrow.
Peripheral smear of a patient with Bernard-Soulier syndrome showing giant platelets. These platelets are not counted as platelets in most particle counters.
Examination of the peripheral smear shows red blood cell fragments, basophilic cells, in addition to thrombocytopenia in thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura.
Bone marrow in immune thrombocytopenic purpura. Bone marrow examination reveals an increased number of megakaryocytes.
Vasculitis in childhood.
Schistocytes (thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura).
Perumal Thiagarajan, MD Professor, Department of Pathology and Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine; Director, Transfusion Medicine and Hematology Laboratory, Michael E DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Perumal Thiagarajan, MD is a member of the following medical societies: American College of Physicians, American Heart Association, American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, American Society for Clinical Investigation, American Society of Hematology, Association of American Physicians, Royal College of Physicians
Ronald A Sacher, MBBCh, FRCPC, DTM&H Professor of Internal Medicine and Pathology, Director, Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati Academic Health Center
Ronald A Sacher, MBBCh, FRCPC, DTM&H is a member of the following medical societies: American Association for the Advancement of Science, American Association of Blood Banks, American Clinical and Climatological Association, American Society for Clinical Pathology, American Society of Hematology, College of American Pathologists, International Society of Blood Transfusion, International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
Srikanth Nagalla, MBBS, MS, FACP Associate Professor of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center
Srikanth Nagalla, MBBS, MS, FACP is a member of the following medical societies: American Society of Hematology, Association of Specialty Professors
Disclosure: Serve(d) as a director, officer, partner, employee, advisor, consultant or trustee for: Alexion; Alnylam.
Karen Seiter, MD Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Oncology/Hematology, New York Medical College
Karen Seiter, MD is a member of the following medical societies: American Association for Cancer Research, American College of Physicians, American Society of Hematology
Disclosure: Received honoraria from Novartis for speaking and teaching; Received consulting fee from Novartis for speaking and teaching; Received honoraria from Celgene for speaking and teaching.
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Gene Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction
Jesse N Mills; Joseph E Dall'Era; Soren N Carlsen; Hari Koul; Randall B Meacham
Pharmacogenomics. 2007;8(8):979-984.
The translational aspect of gene therapy for ED is in its infancy. Several clear advantages to developing gene therapy to treat ED are evident. The penis is easily accessible, with an easily-compressible blood supply to enhance the uptake of injectable transfection agents and prevent spread to surrounding organs. Furthermore, the low blood supply found in the flaccid penis decreases the concentration of DNA required for efficient cellular uptake of transfected material. Multiple trials using a variety of agents have taken advantage of these qualities and have shown great promise in animal models.
To date, there is one group that has published their data on Phase I trials of human gene therapy for ED. That group, led by Arnold Melman, has long been studying the feasibility of gene therapy for ED. To that end, the group has published multiple papers on rat models leading up to a breakthrough publication pertaining to human subjects.[20] The gene that Melman's group has chosen to transfect is hSlo. This gene codes for the pore-forming subunit of human smooth muscle, hMaxi-K.
Although not designed to assess efficacy, this trial did show successful transfection, with an excellent safety profile. A total of 11 men enrolled in the study. The etiologies of ED included six men with diabetes and/or coronary artery disease, one man with traumatic penile fracture, one with postradical prostatectomy ED, two men with unspecified organic ED and one man with psychogenic ED. Ethnicities were distributed between white, black and Hispanic men. To qualify for the study, all men had to be unable to have erections suitable for vaginal penetration for at least 6 months prior to enrollment. All of these men had tried oral, intracavernosal or intraurethral ED therapies prior to enrollment. The key findings of this paper are that the gene, transmitted in a naked DNA plasmid, can be injected into human penises without untoward events. Also important is that the semen from these men did not show any copies of the gene. This is critical in that germ-cell transfer of gene products might have potential unforeseen progenic effects. What is unclear from this study is whether or not the gene product actually increases translation of the desired protein in human subjects. Given the morbidity of the procedure, no tissue biopsies were performed to confirm presence of the product. Interestingly, two men reported a significant improvement in their erections after transfection with the product. However, these two men were given higher doses of the gene product. In addition, the one male who reported psychogenic ED was one of two that had received the highest dose of gene product in the study. Therefore, we can assume a 50% chance that one of the two that showed improvement had a primary diagnosis of psychogenic ED and could have benefited substantially from a placebo effect. Such criticisms aside, this is a landmark paper that should serve as a springboard for larger, randomized, placebo-controlled trials on the efficacy of gene therapy for ED.
The goals of gene therapy for ED are to establish a safe, effective agent that can restore spontaneous erections in most men who use it. Ideally, this will be an intracavernosal injection with a durational effect of around a month. The medication could be self-administered in a fashion similar to current injection agents. Our laboratory has been studying VEGF as a potential gene target. The rationale is that increasing endothelial cell number will lead to increased levels of NO to mediate vasodilation and subsequent erection. We placed VEGF in a nonviral plasmid vector and delivered it as a nanoparticle suspension using linearized polyethyleneimine (PEI). We then injected this product, tagged to green fluorescent protein (GFP), into diabetic rats. Results from these studies demonstrated successful transfection and translation of the GFP-VEGF gene fusion product in the rat penis. Moreover, our data indicate that we also demonstrated improved erectile function in these rats and, perhaps most important, demonstrated a synergistic response with phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitors.[21,22] This suggests that inhibiting the degradation of cGMP, along with increasing expression of VEGF, is a viable and potent pharmacogenetic and pharmacologic combination. The expression of transfected VEGF in these rats appears to peak at about 3 weeks. We therefore envision a human product that is injected on a monthly basis and provides a static erectogenic response that can be augmented with as-needed phosphodiesterase inhibitors. The advantage of PEI vectors over viral vectors is that there appears to be no immunogenic response. PEI has successfully been used to transfect the rat corpus cavernosum with high efficacy when studied 2 days after injection.[23] We used an alternate, water soluble, linear PEI (in vivo jet PEI) to deliver plasmid DNA expressing GFP into the rat corpus cavernosum and found a significantly longer duration of gene expression. This technology has previously been used in several investigations, including human trials for gene therapies to treat bladder cancer,[24] rat studies of novel DNA vaccinations,[25] and the development of new treatments of glomerulonephritis in a rat model.[26] To our knowledge, this is the first application of this specific PEI formulation to the rat corpus cavernosum.
Polyethyleneimines are powerful DNA carriers and efficient gene-delivery systems. Their strength is derived from their ability to accommodate a large number of protons within the acidic environment of endosomes. At a physiologic pH, PEIs remain only partially protonated. However, within the acidic endosome, PEIs capture enough protons to increase the osmolarity to the point of endosome rupture. This leads to successful release of the DNA/PEI complexes within the target cell.[27]
Concerns regarding injecting a gene that codes for a neovascularization protein include the potential for tumorigenesis. Although this represents a valid concern, we have seen no expression of our product outside the penis. The next step for our laboratory is to carry out survival trials on our rat models to ensure no adverse events occur as a result of our construct. Based on the focal expression of VEGF in cavernosal tissue, we do not anticipate adverse long-term sequelae.
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Steiner, F.; Weber, K.; Fuerst, D. O.: Structure and expression of the gene encoding murine M-protein, a sarcomere-specific member of the immunoglobulin superfamily. Genomics 49, S. 83 - 95 (1998)
Obermann, W.; Gautel, M.; Weber, K.; Fuerst, D. O.: Molecular structure of the sarcomeric M band: Mapping of titin and myosin binding domains in myomesin and the identification of a potential regulatory phosphorylation site in myomesin. EMBO Journal 16 (2), S. 211 - 220 (1997)
Fuerst, D. O.; vanderVen, P. F. M.; Steiner, F.; Obermann, W.; Weber, K.; Gautel, M.: Molecular structure and protein-protein interactions in the sarcomeric M band. European Journal of Cell Biology 72 (Suppl. Suppl. 43), S. 109 - 109 (1997)
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Obermann, W.; Gautel, M.; Steiner, F.; vanderVen, P. F. M.; Weber, K.; Fuerst, D. O.: The structure of the sarcomeric M band: Localization of defined domains of myomesin, M-protein, and the 250-kD carboxy-terminal region of titin by immunoelectron microscopy. Journal of Cell Biology 134 (6), S. 1441 - 1453 (1996)
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Hush Hush
Steven Barthelme
“With great humor and insight, he explores the psyche of desperate people striving to connect, with others and with themselves.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
If you’re up $16,000 at the casino and missing dinner with the woman you love, how do you find the strength to drive away? If you give up your career and your beautiful wife and find yourself drinking vodka and fixing cars for a living, is that necessarily a step down? In Hush Hush, Steven Barthelme gives us a simultaneously twisted, heartbreaking, and hilarious account of learning to quit when you’re ahead.
The collection, which includes the Pushcart Prize-winning “Claire,” exposes the surprising dignity in lying on your belly in the pouring rain, in ringing your ex-girlfriend’s doorbell at 4 A.M., in sleeping with your dead wife’s best friend. Co-author with his brother Frederick of the brilliant and devastating casino memoir, Double Down: Reflections on Gambling and Loss, Steven Barthelme seems to cast an eye at his own history and the characters he’s known. These are men and women who are down — but stirringly, not quite out. An unmissable, arresting book from one of the most seminal short story writers of the last twenty years.
STEVEN BARTHELME was born in 1947 in Houston, the son of the celebrated architect Donald Barthelme Sr. He is the author of the story collection And He Tells the Little Horse the Whole Story and the co-author, with his brother Frederick, of Double Down: Reflections on Gambling and Loss. A collection of essays and occasional pieces titled The Early Posthumous Work appeared in 2010. He is the director of the Center for Writers at the University of Southern Mississippi, where he is also a Professor of English. His writing has appeared in publications including The New York Times Magazine, The Atlantic Monthly, Yale Review, McSweeney’s, and the Pushcart Prize annual.
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“Hush Hush speaks quietly and plainly… deceptively artful and refined.” —The Texas Observer
“Barthelme … [has a] flair for poetic one-liners paired with real emotion, and the results are breathtaking.” —Electric Literature
“Steve Barthelme’s tone is dead-right; his timing is perfect; and his philosophical stance seems about the best for being here and now … The tales are funny and touching. The telling is always deliberate, always hip, and always entirely his.” —Mary Robison
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Iran: Tillerson's exit shows US wants to quit nuclear deal
New US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo takes a much harder line on Iran than his predecessor.
Activists take part in a rally to commemorate the nuclear deal in front of the White House, on 14 July 2017 in Washington, DC (AFP)
Published date: 14 March 2018 14:45 UTC | Last update: 1 year 4 months ago
US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's sacking shows that Washington is set on quitting the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, Iran's deputy foreign minister said Wednesday.
"The United States is determined to leave the nuclear deal, and changes at the State Department were made with that goal in mind - or at least it was one of the reasons," Abbas Araghchi said in comments carried by state news agency ISNA.
US President Donald Trump announced Tillerson's departure in a tweet on Tuesday, saying he would be replaced by Central Intelligence Agency chief Mike Pompeo, who takes a much harder line on Iran than his predecessor.
Trump has repeatedly slammed the 2015 nuclear deal, under which Iran agreed to freeze its nuclear programme in return for the lifting of crippling international sanctions.
With Pompeo at State, Trump poised to toss aside an Iran nuclear deal that is far better than anything he could possibly hope to achieve with North Korea.
— Ben Rhodes (@brhodes) March 14, 2018
Despite Tillerson's determination to stick with the deal, Trump has threatened to scrap what he has dubbed a "terrible" agreement unless tough new restrictions were placed on Iran by 12 May.
On Tuesday, Holly Dagres, analyst and curator of The Iranist newsletter, told MEE that the "Iran deal is now in more serious jeopardy than it was before.
"Pompeo has vowed to 'roll back' the nuclear deal and has even likened the Iranian government to [the Islamic State group]," she warned.
"Not only is he vehemently against the deal, he also advocates for regime change in Iran.
"Having Pompeo take on the [nuclear deal] portfolio means all the more likely that the deal will be scrapped if Europe doesn't convince Tehran to get on board with new guidelines."
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A US exit could kill the pact between Iran, Germany and the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council.
The deal's backers have presented it as a victory for diplomacy and nuclear non-proliferation efforts.
Tehran has repeatedly ruled out changing a single comma of the text.
The UN's nuclear energy agency, the IAEA, confirmed in February that Tehran had met its obligations under the agreement.
"If the US quits the nuclear deal, we will also quit it," Araghchi said on Wednesday. "We have told the Europeans that if they can't keep the US in the deal, Iran will also leave it."
His comments contrast with those of Iranian officials including President Hassan Rouhani, who has said Iran will stick with the agreement as long as it is beneficial for the country - even if the United States leaves.
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Dirty oil crisis over for Russia, but contagion felt on high seas
June 25, 2019 at 1:32 am | Published in: Asia & Americas, China, Europe & Russia, News, Russia, UK
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In the opinion of Russian officials, the oil contamination crisis that disrupted flows from the world’s second-largest exporter of crude this spring is long over, Reuters reports.
But a closer look at a dozen tankers containing dirty Russian oil suggests that for the buyers, the debacle has a long way to run and will cost them hundreds of millions of dollars.
Two months since buyers discovered Russia was shipping oil contaminated with organic chloride, which is designed to boost output but can destroy refining equipment, less than half of the tainted crude loaded on tankers have found end-users.
More than 1 million tonnes worth around $500 million remains homeless, zigzagging between Europe and Asia. In China, buyers have refused to take dirty Russian oil, forcing trader Vitol to send cargo back to Europe.
The Chinese development has not previously been reported.
That means buyers are struggling to place oil even at discounts of $10-15 per barrel – or $10-15 million per regular Suezmax tanker – to the current, regular price of $65 a barrel.
“I’m not willing to risk our equipment just for cheap crude,” said an oil trader with a North Asian refinery.
Buyers have also paid millions of dollars in demurrage charges as tankers are stuck with the dirty oil, preventing ship-owners from sending them on new voyages.
Russia has promised to compensate buyers after they file claims post-sale.
“The problem is that this oil is often impossible to sell. So how can I file a claim?” a Russian oil buyer said.
“Sometimes you have a feeling that Russia has moved on from the issue. There was a meeting with buyers at the beginning of June. Since then, we’ve had no communication whatsoever,” another major buyer said.
The Russian Energy Ministry and Transneft did not respond to a request for comment.
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News of the dirty oil broke in late April when buyers from the Baltic port of Ust-Luga and along the Druzhba pipeline to Germany, Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, Ukraine, Belarus and the Czech Republic discovered organic chloride content 10-20 times above normal levels.
After several weeks of debate, Russian pipeline monopoly Transneft pledged to pay compensation to Russian producers such as Rosneft, Surgutneftegas, as well as Kazakhstan, for contaminated oil.
Those producers shall in turn compensate Western buyers including oil traders Vitol, Glencore, Trafigura and oil majors Total, Shell, BP, Eni and PKN Orlen, among others.
Hopes were high that China and India would take a big chunk of dirty oil – as at least 800,000 tonnes began to sail from Europe to Asia – but those have not materialised.
Five trading sources said Chinese customs authorities had told buyers not to take crude with organic chloride content above the Russian standard of 10 parts per million. Some cargoes had as much as 100-200 ppm. The authorities declined to comment.
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Suezmax Chios I, fixed by Vitol, has been floating around the Suez for a month, initially set to be sold to an independent Chinese refiner but is now heading back to Europe with no final buyer, according to traders and ship-tracking data.
Another Vitol Suezmax, the Sonangol Rangel carrying 140,000 tonnes of contaminated Urals, was bought by Chinese independent refiner Bora Group initially for its mainland Dalian plant but is now heading to storage near Malacca.
A very large crude carrier (VLCC) with 270,000 tonnes, Glencore’s Amyntas, also went to Singapore instead of China.
So far, only Sinopec has been allowed to import dirty crude – in the 2-million-barrel VLCC New Comfort – into Ningbo-Zhoushan, eastern China, because it bought the oil in early April before the contamination news broke, trading sources said. The vessel is due to arrive in China on July 12.
Sinopec, Vitol and Glencore declined to comment.
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In Europe, a limited number of buyers dared to refine the oil including Spain’s Repsol, Swedish Preem and Finnish Neste Oil, according to traders and Refinitiv Eikon flows data. They are estimated to have taken 600,000 tonnes.
Dirty oil needs to be diluted before being refined, sometimes one tainted barrel with 20 barrels of clean oil.
“We took cargo to one of our refineries. It’s still being refined and is likely to be for several more months,” a trader with an oil major told Reuters.
Meanwhile, at least four cargoes of 100,000 tonnes each are anchored at various European ports and have yet to find a home.
Demurrage costs for the tankers have exceeded $1 million per vessel, four trade sources said.
In one such example, the FSL Shanghai ship chartered by BP has zigzagged between the European ports of Ventspils and Rotterdam since loading in Ust-Luga on May 2.
As of Monday, it still had no buyer and had paid $1.3 million in demurrage charges to date with every new day costing an extra $25,000, trading and shipping sources said.
BP did not respond to a request for comment.
Total’s Mendeleev Prospect vessel has been anchored near the Polish port of Gdansk since April 27, while Glencore’s Searuby and Searanger vessels are anchored near Turkey’s Aliaga and the UK shore.
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Coast Guard Crew Makes Emergency Landing after Bird Strike
Petty Officer 3rd Class Bryan Evans, a Coast Guard Air Station Miami rescue swimmer, prepares for a free fall deployment from a MH-65 Dolphin helicopter east of Miami Beach on June 6, 2017. (Coast Guard photo/Eric D. Woodall)
MIAMI — A bird strike forced a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter to make an emergency landing in Miami on Thursday.
A Coast Guard statement said the bird hit the MH-65 Dolphin helicopter as it was on a routine flight near the southern side of Key Biscayne.
The agency said two pilots, a flight mechanic and a rescue swimmer were on board. No one was injured.
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Russian Planes Continue to Deliver S-400 Parts to Turkey
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Home » News » News Item » Leading charity alliances call on the government to put funding back into communities.
Leading charity alliances call on the government to put funding back into communities.
Together with other leading alliances of charities and the Local Government Association, we are calling on the government to put funding back into communities.
The vital fabric of civil society that supports people’s health and wellbeing is withering and, especially in poorer communities, resembles a wheel with the rubber worn away. Today (8 July 2019) we have published a letter in the Guardian, signed by leading charity alliances and National Voices members, calling on the government to put funding back into communities and rebuild the social fabric that supports people to thrive.
We have also jointly written a comment piece with the Local Government Association, published in the HSJ (£) today, on the importance of communities and social support to wellbeing - and the need for the new Prime Minister to prioritise it accordingly. We believe that the long trailed Prevention Green Paper could be an opportunity to address the factors that shape people’s health and wellbeing, such as the environment we live in, the communities we are a part of, and the inequalities that affect people and places.
For more information, contact Laura Bell on 020 3176 0735 or laura.bell@nationalvoices.org.uk
Stop the cuts that sap the life out of society - Guardian letter
The social fabric has been torn and is damaging health - HSJ comment piece
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Research shows that adding rice husk to soil reduces arsenic uptake by half
Monday, June 27, 2016 by: Daniel Barker
Tags: rice, arsenic contamination, plant uptake
(NaturalNews) Scientists have discovered an eco-friendly method of reducing arsenic uptake in rice by as much 50 percent, without diminishing yield.
A team of researchers at the University of Delaware found that by simply mixing rice husk into the planting soil, levels of arsenic in rice grain were reduced by 25 to 50 percent.
The findings could have positive implications for rice cultivation in developing countries, where rice is a staple, and where arsenic contamination is a significant health issue.
Although arsenic contamination in soil can be caused by arsenic-based pesticide residues, most inorganic arsenic found in soil is naturally occurring, and varies in concentration from place to place due to geological factors.
High levels of naturally occurring inorganic arsenic can be found in the United States, South America and Asia.
Why arsenic is a problem in rice cultivation
Problems with arsenic levels in rice arise mainly because the rice plant is particularly efficient at drawing arsenic and other metals from the soil.
As reported by UnDark:
"It turns out that the rice plant is a very efficient vacuum for pulling metallic elements out of the soil. The most troubling of these include two well-known trouble-making elements: mercury, cadmium, and arsenic, which is considered a metalloid element. Researchers say the plant is at least ten times as effective as other grains at siphoning up arsenic from soil and water. Further, it has a particular affinity for inorganic arsenic (an arsenic compound that lacks the organic element carbon). Inorganic arsenic compounds are known to be far more poisonous to humans than organic, carbon-based arsenic compounds."
The issue of arsenic contamination in rice has received more attention recently, since the FDA announced earlier in 2016 that it is considering new regulatory guidelines for maximum allowable arsenic content in baby rice cereal. The agency also issued recommendations calling for a reduction in rice consumption for babies and pregnant women.
The new research could lead to the implementation of an inexpensive and natural solution to the problem in arsenic-contaminated rice growing regions.
The implications of previous studies led the researchers to the idea of experimenting with various soil incubations incorporating rice straw, rice husk and rice ash. Rice husk proved to enrich the soil, producing healthier rice plants – along with the beneficial effect of reducing arsenic content in the rice grains.
Lead researcher Angelia Seyfferth said:
"The big finding is that when we grow these plants in the fresh husk amended soil, we see a 25-50 percent decrease in the inorganic arsenic in the grains which is the most toxic form of arsenic. So right away, just by putting this material into soil, we can make the plants healthier and alter the toxic form of arsenic that's in the grain which has direct implications for human health."
Human health risks of arsenic
Scientists have only recently begun to recognize the health implications of arsenic found in our soil, water and food. Even minute concentrations have been shown to cause health problems:
"It was only in the late 20th century that scientists began to detect arsenic in soil, water and food — not at levels high enough to kill people outright, but at the part-per-billion level. The question was whether even these levels were cause for concern, and in the 1970s and 80s, researchers did begin making links between even tiny levels of arsenic in ground water and a surprising range of illnesses, from cancer to cardiovascular disease. Much of our modern awareness of the issue is tied to studies in Bangladesh, where so many people are exposed to arsenic-contaminated ground water that the World Health Organization describes it as the greatest mass poisoning in human history."
It's encouraging to see mainstream scientists researching natural, eco-friendly solutions to such a serious global problem.
But for those of us who already believe in and practice organic farming principles, it's not a big surprise to find that Mother Nature held the answer all along. ...
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Metallica to play South by Southwest
By Joe Bosso 2009-03-16T12:26:00.74Z Guitars
In Texas this Friday? See Volsung, er, Metallica!
It's been years since Metallica have played to an audience of less than 20,000, but on Friday (20 March), they'll entertain a crowd one-tenth that size at the South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas.
The gig at Stubb's was supposed to be top secret (SXSW Roland Swenson festival organizer told the Austin Chronicle "We were told not to confirm anything and we're sticking by that"), but the cat is way out of the bag on this one.
On Friday at 8pm, a Guitar Hero: Metallica challenge is scheduled at Stubb's - kind of strange considering the typically indie nature of South by Southwest. Then, at 10:30pm, a group called Volsung, hailing from "Somewhere, Norway," is slotted to play. The Norse mythology behind the name could take several chapters, but the shorthand is this: Volsung is codespeak for Metallica.
How can one get in?
"We were told not to confirm anything and we're sticking by that" SXSW festival organizer Roland Swenson on the Metallica club show
An intimate club gig with Metallica sounds like heavy metal heaven, right? Getting in, however, could pose some problems.
First, let's consider the fact that even the outdoor section of Stubb's (which is where Metallica are rumored to play) holds a capacity of 2,100. Then take into account that over 12,000 people have registered for SXSW - and festival policy is that bage and wristband-holders are given priority entry.
Add to that the all-but-certain throng of fans willing to pay whatever admission fee the club wishes to charge that night, and, well...you can see how trouble might ensue.
But let's look on the bright side: At least James Hetfield has recovered from his stomach ailment (brought on by a possible bad oyster).
The Wildhearts: “My guitar has saved my life so many times”
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'It's such an iconic label': Top artists toast 90 years of Decca
A raft of top Decca artists have sung the praises of the legendary label as it celebrates its 90th birthday. Decca, which racked up chart-topping LPs by Rod Stewart and ...
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Pure Goldblum: Decca confirms details of Jeff Goldblum's debut album
Jeff Goldblum has starred in some of the highest-grossing movies of the modern era, including Jurassic Park and Independence Day. Is the Hollywood actor now about to become one of ...
'The EU has made a leap forward': IMPALA welcomes copyright reform vote
Amid heavy lobbying from both sides ahead of today’s (June 20) vote on the JURI committee of the European Parliament, the EU copyright reform measures have been passed and will ...
Biz braced for EU copyright reform vote
The rumbling issue of EU copyright reform and the value gap comes to a head today (June 20) with voting on amendments on the JURI committee of the European Parliament ...
'It's going to be a fantastic night': UK Americana Awards returns for third edition
The third edition of the UK Americana Awards takes place at Hackney Empire tonight (February 1) with performances from nominees and award winners, including Robert Plant, The Wandering Hearts ...
"It shows young women that they can be successful": The Music Week Women In Music Awards highlights
The Music Week Women In Music Awards, held in association with UK Music, AIM and WIN, has only been around for four years. But, in that short time, it has ...
Rebecca Allen: 'The artist is first and foremost' Women In Music Awards winners' speeches #5
Decca Records is celebrating a full house in the classical albums chart Top 10 this week. The label’s success is in large part thanks to long-serving exec Rebecca Allen, ...
Music Week Special Report: Neighbouring rights
In the days when the music business was awash with cash, it usually treated neighbouring rights income as you might treat finding loose change down the back of the sofa: ...
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Roland DuBeau Joins Cloudstar as SVP of Sales
JACKSONVILLE FL, NOVEMBER 12th 2018 – Cloudstar is proud to announce and welcome Roland DuBeau as Senior Vice President of Sales. Roland will be responsible for heading up Cloud national sales and pre-sales engineering initiatives for Mid-level and Enterprise markets
Prior to joining Cloudstar, Roland has enjoyed a prosperous 20 year career designing, engineering, and selling high end technology solutions for both mid-level and enterprise markets.
Roland’s technical experience dates back to his employment at Advanced Information Systems, a Sun Microsystems Company, where he maintained multiple Global Fortune 500 accounts, sold and implemented data center solutions to Bank of America, and the earned Employee of the Year award. Roland moved on to a Regional Sales position at StorageTek, another Sun Microsystems company, where he developed strategic high level (COO, CFO, CIO) relationships within accounts, recruited VARs, and sold enterprise storage technology and related professional services.
Over the past decade, Roland worked with the Scarlett Group closing contracts in excess of 3M in both the capacity of VP of Sales and Marketing, and Directory of Solutions Engineering. Roland’s expertise reside in the areas of: Analysis, design and architecture of Mid-Enterprise Cybersecurity Solutions (SIEM/SOC, MFA/SSO,IPS, UTM, End-Point) and Analysis, design and architecture of Mid-Enterprise Cloud Solutions (IaaS,DRaaS, BaaS and DaaS).
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Cloudstar is a multi-national provider of virtual desktop hosting, hosted software and applications, custom tailored IT infrastructure design, email encryption, managed services, IT security, and consulting to regulated industries across the United States, Canada, and South America.
Cloudstar started in 2009 as Cloudstar Consulting Corporation and was created to meet the unique needs of the land title industry. As the company grew from a consulting and IT infrastructure design firm, Cloudstar Consulting Corporation re-branded as simply “Cloudstar”, a DBA of the newly formed holdings company, Keystone Management Group, LLC. In 2014, Cloudstar purchased a 50% interest in U.S. Telecommunications firm, Teletonix Communications in addition to adding Diologix, an electronic medical records encryption company and Notary Transfer to its portfolio of brands. As of 2017, Cloudstar has expanded to provide services to the entirety of the United States, Canada and Mexico with offices in three states and privately held infrastructure co-located at five U.S data centers.
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Announcing this Quarter’s NeuroRestorative Heroes
NeuroRestorative Heroes is an employee recognition program through which we celebrate employees whose actions make them a hero to those we serve or their colleagues.
At NeuroRestorative, we are proud to have an amazing team of employees working tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve with brain and spinal cord injuries and other neurological challenges. From clinicians to direct care workers to administrative support staff, we strive to ensure all our employees feel valued, supported and recognized for the important work that they do. That is why we created NeuroRestorative Heroes, an employee recognition program designed to celebrate employees whose actions make them a hero to those we serve or their colleagues.
Each quarter, we recognize one NeuroRestorative Hero from a different program. NeuroRestorative Heroes is open to all NeuroRestorative employees, and co-workers, supervisors, participants and other community members are encouraged to submit nominations. This quarter, we are proud to recognize staff members who are not just dedicated employees, but true advocates for the individuals we serve.
“The NeuroRestorative Heroes program is a great way to recognize and thank our valued employees” said Bill Duffy, NeuroRestorative President. “On behalf of everyone at NeuroRestorative, I want to thank all of our passionate and dedicated employees and congratulate this quarter’s NeuroRestorative Heroes.”
Q4 NeuroRestorative Heroes:
Terra Dawson
Activities Coordinator, NeuroRestorative Florida
7 years of service with NeuroRestorative
Nominated multiple times for the NeuroRestorative Hero award, Terra Dawson, an Activities Coordinator at NeuroRestorative Florida’s program in Sarasota, has the inherent ability to positively impact every person she interacts with. Terra is respectful, supportive and always provides assistance to program participants, family members and staff. She is also a skilled coach when it comes to mentoring and providing leadership to Life Skills Trainers.
“Terra always demonstrates a considerate, friendly, flexible, and constructive attitude towards others,” said Richard Padilla, a NeuroRestorative Florida peer of Terra Dawson.
Jackie Zdenek
Regional Director of Quality Assurance
+10 years of service with NeuroRestorative
The first ever North-South NeuroRestorative Hero nomination, Jackie Zdenek has led NeuroRestorative programs through CARF accreditations and licensing surveys, while still maintaining programs’ daily adherence to quality standards. Dedicated to understanding regulations and invested in maintaining the provision of quality services, Jackie has been instrumental in developing innovative services and supports that lead to growth and independence of those served by NeuroRestorative in both the Northern and Southern regions.
“In her role as Regional Director of Quality Assurance, Jackie has demonstrated a commitment to quality programming at many different levels, first with Mentor BI Florida as a Program Director and then with NeuroRestorative,” said Jerry Villemain, State Director, NeuroRestorative Maryland and North Carolina.
“Some of the ways that Jackie is a NeuroRestorative Hero include her flexibility when it comes to her work schedule, her great sense of humor and her dedication to her job and meeting CARF Standards,” said Sara Pierce, Program Director of NeuroRestorative Michigan’s program in Novi.
Janice Comtois
Residential Supervisor, NeuroRestorative New Hampshire
10 years of service with NeuroRestorative
Janice plays an important role in ensuring the delivery of quality of life enhancing services for NeuroRestorative New Hampshire participants. Always thinking of events and activities that incorporate the individual goals of participants, Janice recently developed a program activity themed the “Academy Awards.” Prior to the event, individuals earned “Academy Award tickets” as a reward for completing service plan goals, house chores and other activities. On the “Academy Awards” day, the participants dressed up, an elegant meal was planned and they played trivia games related to movies and the awards show. Janice developed the entire idea which brought entertainment and fun to the program and all involved.
“Janice supervises the daily activities for three separate NeuroRestorative New Hampshire programs, serving 18 individuals and orchestrating more than 30 employees. I say orchestrate because managing the employee schedule is like conducting a great symphony and Janice does it superbly,” said Kathleen Drown, Program Director, NeuroRestorative New Hampshire.
Joy McCoy
Life Skills Trainer, NeuroRestorative Carbondale
As a Life Skills Trainer, Joy is a team player and truly cares for the well-being of the people she serves. Focused on helping participants be as active and productive as possible during group sessions, Joy does a wonderful job of providing stimulating activities for participants. Joy also assists with cooking meals, cleaning and helps other departments when needed, without being asked.
“If participants need assistance with activities of daily living, Joy always helps. Joy is also very pleasant to work with and lends a hand to her peers when needed — she is a true hero!” said Edward Johnson, Joy’s supervisor at NeuroRestorative Carbondale.
Do you know a NeuroRestorative employee whose actions make them a hero to those they serve or to their fellow colleagues? Nominate someone to be a NeuroRestorative Hero today!
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Who'll give 10-1 for Hungerford's chances?
Clubs ready to roll as pre-season prep draws to a close
Mark Draycott: top marksman for Hungerford
THE final week of preparation will see Hungerford Town go into their final warm-up game at Didcot Town “ready to go” for the new season, according to manager Bobby Wilkinson.
Hungerford kick off their Evo Stik League Southern League Premier Division campaign at Paulton Rovers as 10-1 sixth favourites for the title, behind three joint favourites in Merthyr Town, Poole Town and St Neots Town, all quoted at 6-1.
Non-league giants Kettering Town and Weymouth are next in line at 8-1, according to BetVictor, although recent money has been placed on league newcomers Leamington.
Hungerford face Poole Town in their opening home game on Monday, August 10, but will first go to Didcot to fine tune at the end of a 12-game friendly campaign.
“We are ready to go now and its just picking the right team, and that is down to the players,” said Wilkinson, who has intense competition for places.
He has let one player go in veteran defender Matt Coupe, feeling that the 36-year old would not be able to dislodge Jon Boardman, Matt Day and James Rusby, who are all contending centre back slots with midfielder Mike Jones an able emergency deputy.
Thatcham Town remain unbeaten in pre-season and complete their friendly outings against Southern League North Leigh at Waterside Park on Saturday.
“We are gelling off the pitch and it’s just getting it right on the pitch,” said co-manager Danny Robinson, who has teamed with Gareth Thomas to revamp the squad over the close season. “It’s been a long, hard and difficult summer,” he said. “But we are happy with the squad and the lads who have come in.”
Thatcham kick off at Kidlington on August 8 and play their first game the following Tuesday against Abingdon United.
Tadley Calleva kick off at Romsey Town in the Wessex League on August 8 and on Saturday have Henley Town as visitors in their final pre-season fixture.
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Product Profile: Christmas Fruit and Vegetables
Written by Tom Moggach
Here on the Market, the run-up to Christmas is always frenetic – a buzzing build-up of phone calls, orders and deliveries until the festive break. Here's a profile of some of the hottest products right now on Buyer's Walk:
Purple Sprouts
Kindly modeled by Peter Avery, forklift drive at wholesaler P & I, this new variety has a lovely, deep purple colour.
"Its vivid eye-catching appearance is particularly attractive to children," claims George Read, production manager at Staples Vegetables in Lincolnshire, in their bid for a UK Grower Award.
In recent years, chefs have worked hard to put sprouts back on our plates. Jamie Oliver shreds them to use raw in salads, for example. Roasting the sprouts adds crunch. Chef Michael Wignall unfurls the leaves to use in his innovative take on pickled choucroute, replacing cabbage.
On the Market, traditional green sprouts are also available trimmed or on the stalk or 'stick'. Did you know that they contain, weight for weight, three times as much vitamin C as an orange?
Brussel Tops
Sprout tops are on trend these days, but were for many years a waste product in the field. "The tops were normally cut off and put on the floor so it's a real bonus," says farmer Alan Buck, who grows 50 acres of sprouts at Ribble View Farm in Lancashire. He has noted a steady increase in demand since 2012 or 2013.
The recent warm weather, however, has been a hindrance. "Too mild - some of the crop which should be maturing next month has already matured and will be over by Christmas," says Alan. Sprout tops are terrific cooked in a similar fashion as other winter greens and enjoy a superior flavour – sweeter, with a subtle hint of sprout.
Chantenay Carrots & Piccolo Parsnips
Mini Chantenay carrots are now available by the box in a mixed variety of colours. These look amazing on a plate and one box will stretch to many portions. Piccolo parsnips are their natural partner at this time of year.
Jumbo Cranberries
Jumbo-sized cranberries are the latest news, often grown in Belarus. Flavour, however, is much the same as their smaller sisters. Cranberries are available fresh, frozen and dried. Did you know that the fruit is sometimes 'wet harvested' by flooding wetlands with water and letting them float to the surface?
Your Christmas cranberries, however, probably used a different technique: a mechanical picker to comb the berries off the plant. Some large producers even use a helicopter to hoist out the precious harvest.
You'll find two main categories of whole chestnuts on the Market: larger, more expensive nuts from the Continent, especially France, and smaller-sized, cheaper product from China.
There are other options, too. Cooked chestnuts are available in vacuum packs, often 2 x 200g portions from the famous Ponthier brand. These just need warming before use. Another time-saver is tins of rich chestnut purée.
Kaki Fruit
Yes, this is the curve ball – kaki fruit is not a traditional festive fruit in the UK. But they are proving increasingly popular and well worth trying. A cultivated variety of the persimmon, the sweet flavour is complex and honeyed. These beauties are typically imported from Spain and are also known as Sharon fruit.
Clementines
Clementines are always a bestseller. But here are some tricks of the trade. With leafy clems, the best sign of freshness is bright green, perky leaves. The colour of the fruit itself is more deceptive as they are often treated to 'de-green' the skin. (On the Continent, this practice is less prevalent as consumers are more willing to buy fruit with flashes of green.) On the Market, unsprayed and unwaxed fruit is also available, but expect a shorter shelf life.
Citrus fruit is a complex subject, especially the breeding of new varieties. "It was only mandarins when I started in this business 55 years ago," says expert Cyril Brookner at P & I.
Nardicotts, for example, are a new-ish product and later variety. Now that the citrus season has switched to France and Italy from the Southern Hemisphere, these won't be available again until after Christmas.
Satsumas, of course, have a looser skin. "All over the Continent they eat clementines not satsumas," explains Cyril. "We're probably the only country that takes sats [satsumas]. The British public being very lazy they peel very easy and are seedless. Clems are a bit harder to peel and you may find the odd seed. But the eating quality is in a different class."
On the Market, the first Spanish navel oranges are now also available. Blood oranges will start after Christmas and into January.
Want to learn more about the fascinating, complex history of the citrus fruit? Ask for Helena Attlee's book 'The Land Where Lemons Grow' as a stocking filler – it's a fascinating read.
A chef's guide to gooseberries
Gooseberries are fighting back, featuring on the menus of top restaurants such as Rovi and Hide.
UK sees surge in British flowers sales
Recently released figures show that consumers are officially buying more UK-grown blooms.
A florist's guide to British flowers
Feast your eyes on all the incredibly beautiful British flowers in abundance this month at New Covent Garden Flower Market!
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MECs support Angie
Education MECs reiterated their support for Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga amid calls for her resignation over the Limpopo textbook saga.
“The CEM [council of education ministers] noted with deep disappointment unwarranted media attacks on the basic education sector, in particular, on the character of minister Angie Motshekga,” it said in a statement yesterday.
“The sector strongly reaffirms its support, confidence [in] and leadership of the minister.”
Calls for Motshekga to quit were sparked by the late or non-delivery of textbooks to schools in Limpopo. Some grades received textbooks seven months after the school year started, while others were still waiting.
At its meeting in Pretoria yesterday, the CEM said most outcomes in the department’s delivery agreement were achieved two years before the targeted date. Under the current administration, improvements in the quality of basic education were made, the CEM said.
The department had received unqualified audit reports for the last three years, and the 70% matric pass rate, a goal set for 2014, were among the aims achieved, according to the CEM.
The government’s placing five Limpopo departments, including education, under administration, was an acknowledgement of the problems in the province, it said.
“To drag the entire [education] sector [down] to the limitations and gaps of Limpopo is unfair, particularly in view of the fact that the presidential task team is still probing the causes of the problem.”
The CEM said most media reports on the textbook problem had created the impression that the national education department was responsible for procuring textbooks. It was the provincial government’s task.
“The impression created by the media that all children in Limpopo did not receive books and tuition is misleading.
“Only learners in Grades one to three and 10 were affected.”
The CEM urged Motshekga to tackle any problems, particularly in Limpopo, decisively.
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SKZN surfers eye national honours
THE country’s top young surfers will be flocking to the surfing mecca of Jeffreys Bay next week to compete for prestigious team and individual national titles in the annual Hurley SA Junior Champs.
Scheduled for October 3 to October 7, this premier Surfing South Africa (SSA) event features the best 17-and-under surfers selected by their respective provincial associations and will be staged at the high-performance surf break known as The Point for the first time in its 16-year history.
“Junior surfing is what drives the future of South Africa’s next crop of great surfers and the dream of adding to the pool of world champions from our shores,” says Jevon le Roux, MD of Hurley SA.
“Hurley is proud to be associated with Surfing South Africa’s junior champs as the kids are an inspiration to us. We look forward to them showing up and blowing up at J-Bay in October.”
Competitors from defending team champions Western Province and hosts Eastern Province will be joined by squads from KwaZulu-Natal Central, Southern KwaZulu-Natal, Border, Boland, Zululand, Southern Cape and the South African Development Academy in their quest to secure the Freedom Cup and South African titles in U17, U15 and U13 categories for boys and girls.
Western Province will be determined to repeat their domination after a narrow second successive team victory in Durban last year. Josh Smit (KZNC), Adin Masencamp (Boland) and Kai Woolf (EP) will be back to defend their U17 boys’, U13 boys’ and U13 girls’ titles, respectively, while new champions will be crowned the other three of the six individual divisions.
Last year’s U17 girls’ champion Sarah Baum (Athlone Park) is now competing on the World Tour and U15 boys’ and girls’ champions, Max Armstrong (WP) and Tahra Uren (EP), have moved up to the U17 division, leaving the way clear for the top contenders to stake their claim for a place in the annals of South African surfing history.
Eastern Province surfers, including 2011 finalists Tahra Uhren, Kai Woolf, Matt McGillivray (U15 boys) and Jose Faulkner (U13 boys), will benefit from hometown advantage at Jeffreys Bay but face strong challenges from the defending champions and the likes of McGillivray’s South African national team-mates Benji Brand and Armstrong (both WP), Steffen Burrows (Boland), Nicole Pallet (KZNC) and Warner Beach’s Chanelle Botha (SKZN).
Others expected to contend for individual glory include Bryce Burness (KZNC), Diran Zakarian (Boland), Brandon Benjamin (WP) and Warner Beach surfer Courtenay Ellish (SKZN) in the U17s; 2011 Surfer of the Contest Jordy Maree, fellow WP surfer Donovan Wichmann, Simo Mkhize (SKZN) and Anousch Zakarian (Boland) in the U15s and Koby Oberholzer (KZNC) and Ethan Fletcher (WP) in the youngest division.
In addition to the national titles at stake, winners will also be crowned for the Citroën Surfer of the Contest, All Aboard Travel Highest Heat Score, Zigzag Blowing Up Award, the Red Bull AirShow and the Skullcandy Best Team Trophy, which is awarded to the provincial team that displays the best team spirit throughout the event.
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E3 Metals Engages Integrated Sustainability to Complete Brine Production Infrastructure Study on Clearwater Petro-Lithium Project
E3 Metals Corp.
Jun 20, 2019, 03:05 ET
TSXV: ETMC
FSE: OU7A
OTC: EEMMF
Brine production infrastructure study to be conducted on E3's Clearwater Resource Area
Analysis will include brine production and injection options in the permit area
This is another important step towards demonstrating commercial viability of E3's Production Flow Sheet
CALGARY, June 20, 2019 /CNW/ - E3 METALS CORP. (TSXV: ETMC) (FSE: OU7A) (OTC:EEMMF) (the "Company" or "E3" or "E3 Metals") is pleased to announce that it has engaged Integrated Sustainability (IS) to complete a study of E3's brine production and injection infrastructure optionality in the Central Clearwater Resource Area from the prolific Leduc Reservoir in Alberta, Canada.
Integrated Sustainability is a specialist water infrastructure delivery and operations company with extensive expertise in all aspects of mine and oilfield water management. They have accumulated a broad resume of knowledge through various water treatment, storage and disposal projects across multiple industries. IS has excellent working relationships with regulatory agencies throughout the Western provinces. These relationships help them to craft an effective approach to applications in order to minimize risk of re-work and ultimately expedite regulatory approval. IS specializes in the design, build, operation and transfer water infrastructure projects.
"E3 Metals is very excited to be working with Integrated Sustainability and Fluid Domains on our Alberta Petro-Lithium Project," stated E3 Metals CEO Chris Doornbos. "Both companies bring significant expertise from the oil and gas industry and are specialists in developing brine production networks in Alberta. E3 is very pleased to be advancing this work since it is a key component of the overall lithium production process."
The first step in E3 Metals' flow sheet is the production of brine from the subsurface to the lithium processing facility and the re-injection of lithium-void brine back into the reservoir. This production network will consist of a series of wells and pumps that take advantage of the significant production rates available from the Leduc Reservoir. This brine will be transported via underground pipelines to the lithium production facility. At this stage, E3 Metals envisages deploying its proprietary ion-exchange lithium extraction technology to extract and concentrate the lithium (see news release dated March 4, 2019 on www.sedar.com).
IS will work with Fluid Domains, E3 Metals' resource specialist responsible for completing E3 Metals' resource estimations. Together IS and Fluid Domains will determine the reservoir dynamics, infrastructure required and ideal location for the brine production network. Existing infrastructure, such as well sites, pipelines and existing process facilities, are abundant in this region of Alberta. This infrastructure can be leveraged to reduce costs and potentially reduce permitting timelines. IS will report on a final configuration of E3 Metals' proposed lithium brine production network including capital and operating costs to build and manage the planned facilities.
Once the brine is processed into a high purity concentrate, it could then be easily processed into battery-grade lithium hydroxide or lithium carbonate using existing conventional technologies.
Please visit www.e3metalscorp.com/investors for more information on E3 Metals lithium production flow sheet and the Company's development plans.
About E3 Metals Corp.
E3 Metals is a lithium development company with 6.7 million tonnes lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) of inferred mineral resources1 in Alberta. Through the commercialization of its proprietary ion exchange lithium extraction technology, E3 plans to quickly move towards the production of high purity, battery grade, lithium hydroxide.
E3 Metals Corp. combines a significant resource with the right technology solutions that have the potential to deliver lithium to market in one of the best jurisdictions in the world. The development of this resource through brine production is a well understood venture in Alberta, where this brine is currently being produced to surface through extensive oil and gas development.
While the lithium brine and hydrocarbons are mutually exclusive, the Leduc Reservoir can support the production of brine few others can boast. With an average and consistent lithium grade of 77.4 mg/L in the Clearwater Resource Area1, E3 Metals' proprietary lithium extraction technology can quickly produce a concentrate with a grade over 5000mg/L2. With 99% of the impurities removed at the same time and recoveries averaging 90%3, this produces a concentrate feedstock that is likely to be processed directly by conventional lithium production technology to produce high purity lithium hydroxide (LiOH∙H2O). The Company's plans are to deliver a process facility of 10,000 tonnes lithium hydroxide by 2022 and continue expansion to an eventual 50,000 tonnes lithium hydroxide/year.
More information about E3 Metals can be found on our website by visiting: www.e3metalscorp.com.
Chris Doornbos, President & CEO
Chris Doornbos (P.Geo), CEO and Director of E3 Metals Corp., is a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101 and has read and approved the technical information contained in this announcement.
1: E3 Metals has released information on three 43-101 Technical Reports totaling a resource of 6.7 Mt lithium carbonate equivalent. The Central Clearwater Resource Area (CCRA) Technical Report, identifying 1.9Mt LCE (inferred), is dated effectiveOctober 27, 2017, and the North Rocky Resource Area (NRRA) Technical Report was dated effective October 27, 2017, identifies 0.9Mt LCE (inferred). A third report for the Exshaw West Resource Area (EWRA), identifies 3.9Mt LCE (inferred) and was filed on June 15, 2018, effective June 4, 2018. All reports are available on SEDAR (www.sedar.com)
2: E3 Metals News Release, March 4, 2018: E3 Metals Achieves Major Milestone with Breakthrough Performance of its Proprietary Lithium Extraction Technology. Available on www.e3metalscorp.com and SEDAR (www.sedar.com)
3: E3 Metals News Release, December 4, 2018: Development of E3 Metals' Extraction Technology Improves Lithium Concentration and Recovery. Available on www.e3metalscorp.com and SEDAR (www.sedar.com)
This news release includes certain forward-looking statements concerning the potential of the Company's projects and technology, as well as management's objectives, strategies, beliefs and intentions. Forward looking statements are frequently identified by such words as "may", "will", "plan", "expect", "anticipate", "estimate", "intend" and similar words referring to future events and results. Forward-looking statements are based on the current opinions and expectations of management. All forward-looking information is inherently uncertain and subject to a variety of assumptions, risks and uncertainties, including the speculative nature of mineral exploration and development, fluctuating commodity prices, the effectiveness and feasibility of emerging lithium extraction technologies which have not yet been tested or proven on a commercial scale or on the Company's brine, competitive risks and the availability of financing, as described in more detail in our recent securities filings available at www.sedar.com. Actual events or results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements and we caution against placing undue reliance thereon. We assume no obligation to revise or update these forward-looking statements except as required by applicable law.
SOURCE E3 Metals Corp.
For further information: 205 - 227 10th St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1V5, +1 (587) 324-2775, admin@e3metalscorp.com, e3metalscorp.com
http://www.e3metalscorp.com
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‘American Horror Story’ Scares
October 25, 2011 Contributing Writer
This Halloween season, horror fans have more to hope for than scary movies in theaters, as Fox lurks into our Wednesday nights with the new drama, “American Horror Story.”
In the show, the Harmon family move from Boston to a mansion in Los Angeles, hoping to start over far away from their tormented past. They do end up starting over, but not in the way they expect. As it turns out, the mansion is haunted with every murderous memory, demonic spirit and creepy girl one would expect to find in your typical horror movie. Somehow, this mansion has been the home of countless murders throughout the many decades it has been standing. Each episode begins with a scene from one of the past murders.
The Harmon family enters into this den of horrors with troubles of their own. Vivien Harmon (Connie Britton) is recovering from her miscarriage and catches her husband cheating on her with one of his mental patients. The maid of the mansion, Moira (Francis Conroy), appears to Vivien as a devoted elderly woman, making Vivien’s choice to keep her on as housemaid easy. Little does Vivien know, however, that Moira appears to her husband as a slut of a girl in a maid’s costume.
Ben Harmon (Dylan McDermott) tries to keep his yearning hands to himself while the Young Moira (Alexandra Breckenridge) plays the temptress, trying to make him cheat on his wife once more. Ben claims that he is genuinely trying to make up for the damage he caused his family, but will he be able to stick to that promise to bring his family back together when the spirits of the mansion are possessing him at night, compelling him destroy the house and his family along with it?
The previous owner, Larry Harvey (Denis O’Hare), looking like a monster himself because of horrific burns, warns Ben to leave the house before he is possessed to murder his own family, as Larry once was. But, like most typical scary movies, no matter how many chances the main character has to run away, he or she always seems to step further into danger. And like all of those horrors that have come before it, I have a feeling this show will make many a viewer yell at the TV, “No, don’t do it! You will die! Don’t go in there!”
Horror movies like “The Shining,” “The Exorcist” and “Paranormal Activity” show demons, fear and possession tearing families apart, but “American Horror Story” forms a pattern of unconventional themes from the start; we may see horrors of this haunted house bring a detached family back together in fear. If the man in the full body leather suit taking Vivien to bed was not Ben, however, Vivien’s baby is likely to be a demon-child, and with this we are sure to be reminded of “The Omen.” This dramatic horror show does not skimp on sexual scenes and real gore, either; it’s everything we expect from the movies.
In order to build trust again with his wife, Ben decides to bring his psychology practice to his home and introduces a patient, the murderous Tate (Even Peters), into the presence of his daughter Violet (Taissa Farmiga), which we can all assume is bad news.
Every TV drama needs a nosey neighbor, and this horror show falls in line with the pious Virginian, Constance (Jessica Lange). Like her daughter, Adelaide (Jamie Brewer), Constance surprises suspicious Vivien on more than one occasion. Could these prying and seemingly timeless neighbors be ghosts?
The second episode, “Home Invasion,” offers plenty to scare the Harmon family out of the mansion, as it features poisoned cupcakes and strangers attempting to recreate a past murder in the home, resembling scenes from film “The Strangers.” Spirits of past mansion victims protect the Harmon family, killing any threat that enters the home. We learn that Tate, Constance, and Moira work together to clean up after the spirit’s murders, and work to keep the Harmon family in the mansion.
The third episode begins to answer the many questions the first two episodes left us wondering about. It leaves us, however, with a bad taste in our mouths as Ben delves deeper into the insanity of the mansion.
If this show lives up to its name, viewers can expect to finish each episode with the uncomfortable yet thrilling feeling of confusion that movies like “Momento,” “The Blair Witch Project,” “Donnie Darko” and “Fight Club” evoke. If the episodes that follow are anything like the first three, viewers are in for a haunting Wednesday night. Although it had a rough start, “American Horror Story” is sure to draw many viewers. Just be careful not to let the haunting mood distract you from reality.
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What we offer / Agreed loans / Boliden Mineral AB
Sweden. Boliden Mineral AB
Boliden Mineral AB
Arctic Financing Facility (read more): 100%
The loan has been provided to finance investments at the Aitik copper mine near the town of Gällivare and at Boliden’s smelter plant in Rönnskär in Skellefteå, Sweden.
The project at the Aitik copper mine includes the installation of a new surface crusher and new process water management and treatment.
The investments at the Rönnskär smelter include the excavation of a new underground deep deposit and a water treatment plant and new processes for the reduction of SO2 and dioxins.
Both projects are assessed to contribute to more efficient production.
Boliden is a Swedish mining and smelting company that mainly produces copper, zinc, nickel, lead, gold and silver. The company is headquartered in Stockholm and has operations in Sweden, Finland, Norway and Ireland. Boliden employs approximately 5,500 people.
Fulfilment of NIB's mandate
Aitik copper mine investments
Competitiveness:
The investment is part of the ongoing expansion of mining operations and aims to improve productivity. The project also includes deliveries from other suppliers in the Nordic mining cluster.
New process water management and treatment is intended to minimise emissions to water. The new built-in surface crusher aims to make transportation work around the site more efficient.
Rönnskär smelter investments
The investment in the smelter is expected to improve process availability and maintenance planning. Several other Nordic companies provide deliveries to the project, including the new water treatment facility.
The investment in an underground deep deposit will provide a sustainable waste solution at the smelter. The water treatment plant and new processes are expected to reduce future environmental impact.
The new surface crusher’s built-in features are expected to allow fur dust to be more easily contained. Noise is expected to continue to be kept within permit guideline values.
Rönnskär smelter investment
The excavation of a new deep deposit at Rönnskär will store both old waste that is currently kept above ground as well as new waste products generated in the smelting process. The investment will allow for safe disposal of waste materials from the production process. The water treatment facility filters smaller particles out and reduces the load of metals discharged to water.
NIB finances Boliden’s investment programme in northern Sweden
NIB finansierar Bolidens investeringsprogram i norra Sverige
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Valmet will supply an extensive paper machine grade conversion rebuild for Stora Enso at its Oulu Mill in Finland. In the project, originally Valmet-supplied paper machine PM 7, which is currently producing fine papers, will be rebuilt to produce high-quality virgin-fiber-based kraftliner grades.
The order is included in Valmet's orders received of the second quarter 2019. The value of the order will not be disclosed.
The project is part of Stora Enso's investment plan to transform to higher profitability business with grade conversion projects. Oulu Mill will cease to produce wood-free coated papers by the end of 2020. The start-up of the rebuilt PM 7 is scheduled for the end of 2020.
"The conversion of Oulu Mill will enable Stora Enso to further improve its position in the growing packaging business and we are taking a major step forward in our transformation," says Project Director Ari Saarnio from Stora Enso.
"Valmet and Stora Enso have had a long and successful cooperation over the years at all of Stora Enso's mills. Our strong experience in complicated projects and grade conversions is essential for this project. It is also an advantage that the paper machine was originally supplied by Valmet in 1997. It will smoothen the project execution further. The selected technology will enable high end-product quality and production capacity in a sustainable way," says Jari Vähäpesola, President of Paper Business Line, Valmet.
Technical details about the delivery
Valmet's delivery will include a new world-class production line for virgin-fiber based kraftliner (both brown and white-top). All the equipment will be delivered with installation.
The 9,000-mm-wide (wire) PM 7 will be producing kraftliner and white top liner grades with a basis weight range of 80-225 g/m2. The design speed of the new parts will be 1,300 m/min. The annual capacity will be 450,000 tonnes.
Information about the customer Stora Enso
Part of the bioeconomy, Stora Enso is a leading global provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wooden constructions and paper. The company employs some 26,000 people in more than 30 countries. The Oulu Mill in northern Finland currently produces wood-free coated paper and bleached softwood pulp.
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https://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local_news/article/Cityscape-Our-Lady-of-the-Lake-University-s-Main-4602738.php
Cityscape: Our Lady of the Lake University's Main Building
By Katey E. McCutcheon, Staff Writer
Updated 1:37 am CDT, Sunday, June 16, 2013
Photo: San Antonio Express-News File Photo
When architect James Wahrenberger completed Our Lady of the Lake Academy, the sisters of the convent it housed could not foresee the city's expansion past its western boundary, now Southwest 27th Street.
The Congregation of Divine Providence placed clocks on only the north, south and east sides of the Gothic-style steeple and tower, OLLU spokeswoman Anne Gomez explained.
The city, like the university, inevitably grew and what began as a high school now enrolls about 1,400 college students.
On May 6, 2008, a fire heavily damaged OLLU's historic Main Building. It was rebuilt and reopened in 2010.
Cityscape is a weekly look at a building or place that makes San Antonio distinct. Comments or suggestions are welcomed at citydesk@express-news.net.
411 S.W. 24th St.
Original Architect: James Wahrenberger
Rebuilding Architects: Kell Muñoz Architects and Bartlett Cocke General Contractors
Style: Gothic
Size: Four stories
Interactive map: Find other places that are distinctly San Antonio and read more about them.
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https://www.mysanantonio.com/opinion/commentary/article/Senate-Bills-to-save-victims-of-intimate-partner-13789795.php
Senate Bills to save victims of intimate partner violence
By Ashley Ables, For the Express-News
Published 5:43 pm CDT, Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Patty Perez of the Texas Council on Family Violence attends a service in Austin honoring the Texas women who died from domestic violence. Two Senate Bills up for discussion could prevent the deaths of Texas women from domestic violence.
Patty Perez of the Texas Council on Family Violence attends a service in Austin honoring the Texas women who died from domestic violence. Two Senate Bills up for discussion could prevent the deaths of Texas
Photo: Associated Press File Photo
In 2017, 136 women in Texas were killed by a male intimate partner.
Of the Texas women who reached out to the Texas Council on Family Violence programs that year to secure safe housing to escape a violent partner, 40 percent were denied due to lack of resources and available space in shelters.
Texas, we must do better than send almost half of women seeking help back into violent homes.
Lewis Bright, 47, is accused of stabbing his wife, Erica, in their San Antonio apartment on Nov. 16, 2017. Bright allegedly left Erica at an emergency clinic before fleeing. Erica died in that clinic after telling staff that Bright had stabbed her.
Authorities arrested Bright a few weeks later and charged him with murder. Bright has a history of domestic violence and was on probation at the time. Erica is survived by her three children.
It’s possible that if laws were in place like two of the bills Texas legislators are voting on this session, SB 234 and SB 1804, women who were in the same predicament as Erica Bright might still be alive. The two bills would provide exceptional funding for unmet needs of those affected by intimate partner violence.
SB 234 would grant the right to vacate and avoid residential lease liability following the occurrence of family violence. At present, Texas women are often left without housing options after experiencing family violence because they are unable to break their lease. SB 234 would help pave the way for victims to avoid being trapped in a legal contract with their abuser, putting them and their families at further risk for violence.
Another issue survivors of family violence face is retaliation after a victim has reported family violence. Studies have shown that survivors are most at risk after they’ve left the home. This means abusers are most likely to perpetrate violence to the point of death if they have been reported and/or the victim leaves the home.
Therefore, SB 1804 would require certain measures be taken once a batterer is released on bond to keep the victim safe during this especially high-risk time. These measures include firearms surrender, entering the alleged abuser’s name into a police network database and notifying the victim.
Lewis Bright was a repeat offender of intimate partner violence and was on probation. Under SB 1804, his crime would have been logged in an online system to help flag any other domestic violence calls as serious.
Additionally, Erica Bright would have had proper notification when he was released, allowing her to take measures to keep herself and her children safe. Also, legal options for vacating a residential lease proposed in SB 234 could have afforded her a way out of a violent home.
Chances are someone you know and love is personally affected by family violence considering 19,724 Texans called family violence hotlines in 2017. Together, with state lawmakers, let’s answer those calls with a hopeful message.
Ashley Ables is a social work master’s degree student at the University of Texas at Austin and a research assistant with the Department of Population Health at Dell Medical School.
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https://www.mysanantonio.com/sports/columnists/mike_finger/article/Spring-in-the-air-as-clock-ticks-on-Brown-4295778.php
Longhorn Insider: Spring in the air as clock ticks on Brown
No-huddle offense may be make-or-break.
By Mike Finger
Updated 12:17 am CST, Thursday, February 21, 2013
Mack Brown Brown has chosen to push the pace like Oregon and Oklahoma State, which is appropriate, says Mike Finger, because in more ways than one, Brown is running out of time.
Photo: Edward A. Ornelas/eaornelas@express-news.net
AUSTIN — Mack Brown is in a hurry.
When his Texas Longhorns begin spring football practice today, his staff will install a new up-tempo offense with the goal of snapping the ball faster, covering yards faster, and scoring points faster. There will be no more huddles. The time for talking about things is over.
This is the latest in a series of copycat moves for Brown, and this one needs to work. In recent years, he's tried to make his defense play like the New York Jets (when they were good) and his offense control the ball like teams from the Southeastern Conference (before Johnny Manziel), and neither imitation worked. Now Brown has chosen to push the pace like Oregon and Oklahoma State, which is appropriate.
Because in more ways than one, Brown is running out of time.
Earlier this winter, Brown told a group of recruits he intends to coach at UT for the duration of his current contract, which runs through 2020. He very well might. But before he makes it to the next decade, he needs to worry about making it to 2014. And to get that far, he'll need to prove something this fall.
This is Brown's third spring since the implosion of his once-powerful program forced him to overhaul his staff and rebuild his team. During the first two years, he preached that things were getting better, even if all the progress wasn't noticeable. Often, it wasn't.
But in a few months, the masses are going to demand evidence. With 19 starters returning from last year's 9-4 team, the Longhorns no longer can claim to be young and inexperienced. They no longer can call expectations of winning a conference and playing in a Bowl Championship Series game unrealistic.
Even Brown repeatedly targeted 2013 as the year his grand plan was all supposed to come together. Now, it had better do so.
What lies ahead
As Texas heads into what could be a pivotal season for coach Mack Brown and the football program as a whole, the Longhorns open spring practice today hoping to find answers to the following questions:
Is up-tempo the answer? After two years of emphasizing controlling the clock with a running game, the Longhorns are switching to a no-huddle offense under new play-caller Major Applewhite. It might look like grasping at straws, but it also might work.
Is the defense still as terrible as it looked? Much of the blame for UT’s worst statistical defensive season in history was placed on young linebackers and tackles. They’re older now, and they’d better start playing like it.
Can David Ash continue to improve? Texas’ quarterback was by no means a superstar as a sophomore in 2012, but he was a lot better than he was the year before. A similar step forward this year could make him a genuine difference-maker.
— Mike Finger
UT spring football
The Texas Longhorns open spring drills for the 2013 season today in Austin:
Field time: NCAA rules allow for 15 practices, which includes a spring game.
Time off: Team will be off during spring break, which goes from March 11-16.
Orange-White game: 6:30 p.m. March 30, Royal-Memorial Stadium
Sources: NCAA, University of Texas
After UT's regular-season finale in December, Brown received a public vote of confidence from school president Bill Powers, who is in fact one of Brown's staunchest allies. The coach also enjoys the unqualified backing of athletic director DeLoss Dodds, who likewise is supported by Powers.
But as a group of state legislators pointed out this week, Powers is having a difficult enough time as it is preserving his job security. It's no secret that Powers and Gov. Rick Perry own conflicting views on the future of the university, and Powers currently clings to just a slim measure of support among the UT system's nine-member board of regents. Three of those regents' terms expired in February, and Perry gets to appoint their successors.
How that power struggle will ultimately affect the athletic department is yet to be determined. But considering everything going on around him, Brown would be well-served by keeping his team's level of dysfunction at a minimum.
And when the pace of his offense starts lagging in practice during the next few weeks? If he tells the players to hurry, they better know that he means it.
mfinger@express-news.net
Twitter: @mikefinger
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An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a to SP zoning for properties located at 6397 Pettus Road and Pettus Road (unnumbered), approximately 1,130 feet east of Nolensville Pike to permit 145 single family lots (49 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017SP-087-001).
Section 1. That Title 17 of the Code of Laws of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, is hereby amended by changing the Official Zoning Map for Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County, which is made a part of Title 17 by reference, as follows:
By changing from AR2a to SP zoning for properties located at 6397 Pettus Road and Pettus Road (unnumbered), approximately 1,130 feet east of Nolensville Pike to permit 145 single family lots (49 acres), being Property Parcel Nos. 053, 123 as designated on Map 181-00 of the Official Property Identification Maps of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, all of which is described by lines, words and figures on the plan that was duly considered by the Metropolitan Planning Commission, and which is on file with the Metropolitan Planning Department and Metropolitan Clerk’s Department and made a part of this ordinance as though copied herein.
Section 2. Be it further enacted, that the Metropolitan Clerk is hereby authorized and directed, upon the enactment and approval of this ordinance, to cause the change to be on Map 181 of said Official Zoning Map for Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County, as set out in Section 1 of this ordinance, and to make notation thereon of reference to the date of passage and approval of this amendatory ordinance.
Section 3. Be it further enacted, that the uses of this SP shall be limited to 145 single-family lot
Section 4. Be it further enacted, that the following conditions shall be completed, bonded or satisfied as specifically required:
1. The requirements for parking established in Section 17.20.030 of the Metro Zoning Ordinance shall be met for all uses with the Final SP.
2. All corner units shall address both street frontages by including a wrapped porch or other architectural element that addresses each frontage, or a minimum of 15 percent glazing on the side of the unit.
3. Maximum height shall be measured to the highest point of the roof.
4. Comply with all conditions and requirements of Metro agencies.
5. All lots shall have a minimum lot area of 4,000 square feet.
6. Sidewalks and grass strips consistent with the Major and Collector Street plan shall be provided along Pettus Road property frontage.
7. The use category in the development summary shall be corrected to 145 single-family lots.
8. The Preliminary SP plan is the site plan and associated documents. If applicable, remove all notes and references that indicate that the site plan is illustrative, conceptual, etc.
9. The requirements of the Metro Fire Marshal’s Office for emergency vehicle access and adequate water supply for fire protection must be met prior to the issuance of any building permits.
Section 5. Be it further enacted, a corrected copy of the preliminary SP plan incorporating the conditions of approval by Metro Council shall be provided to the Planning Department prior to or with final site plan application.
Section 6. Be it further enacted, minor modifications to the preliminary SP plan may be approved by the Planning Commission or its designee based upon final architectural, engineering or site design and actual site conditions. All modifications shall be consistent with the principles and further the objectives of the approved plan. Modifications shall not be permitted, except through an ordinance approved by Metro Council that increase the permitted density or floor area, add uses not otherwise permitted, eliminate specific conditions or requirements contained in the plan as adopted through this enacting ordinance, or add vehicular access points not currently present or approved.
Section 7. Be it further enacted, if a development standard, not including permitted uses, is absent from the SP plan and/or Council approval, the property shall be subject to the standards, regulations and requirements of the RS5 zoning district as of the date of the applicable request or application. Uses are limited as described in the Council ordinance.
Section 8. Be it further enacted, that this ordinance take effect immediately after its passage and such change be published in a newspaper of general circulation, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.
Fabian Bedne
Download Sketch for BL2018-1229
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IntroducedJune 5, 2018
Passed First ReadingJune 5, 2018
Referred toPlanning Commission - Approved with conditions and disapproved without all conditions (7-0) on 05/10/2018
Public Hearing Scheduled forJuly 3, 2018
Passed Second ReadingJuly 3, 2018
Deferred to August 21, 2018July 17, 2018
DeferredAugust 21, 2018
Passed Third ReadingSeptember 4, 2018
ApprovedSeptember 5, 2018
EffectiveSeptember 7, 2018
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Incidents at well-known companies such as British Airways, SunTrust or Yahoo! – just to name a few – are still making headlines, but the majority of attacks and their impact remain largely unnoticed.
By Martin Kuhlmann, Lead Solution Consultant, Global Blackbelt Team, Omada
Data breaches of different kinds are reported by the media on a daily basis, and it seems there is a certain apathy that can be sensed in the public’s response when the theft of yet another set of credit card details is published. Incidents at well-known companies such as British Airways, SunTrust or Yahoo! – just to name a few – are still making headlines, but the majority of attacks and their impact remain largely unnoticed. A recent lawsuit in Portugal might be a good reason to take a closer look at the situation and to draw some consequences.
On October 22, 2018 the Portuguese publication “Publico”, and subsequently some IT Security Portals reported, the Barreiro hospital in the Portuguese district of Setúbal was fined for 400,000 Euros for GDPR non-compliance. The fine was applied by the National Data Protection Commission (CNPD) for irregular access to the data of the patients, and for breach of the GDPR regulation which was put into effect Europe-wide on May 25, 2018.
Now it’s real: First GDPR lawsuits
The Barreiro hospital case is, in a number of ways, interesting. It shows one of the first example where GDPR and its penalties have been applied by the data protection authorities – the first time GDPR has been put into practice. Of course, this is not the first case where European national data protection authorities have fined companies. Before GDPR was established, national data protection laws did exist, and were applied, with fines being paid. In the German state of Bavaria for example, data protection authorities worked on 173 data protection violation cases in 2015/16 and fined 52 organizations. But all fines were below 100.000 Euros, in most cases considerably lower. The increase of incidents compared with 2014/15 was almost 50%. A similar pattern can be observed in other EU member states, like the U.K where several companies paid five and six figure penalties for data breaches, based on pre-GDPR legislation. The incidents ranged from unlawfully disclosing lists with Personally Identifiable Information (PII), to illegally collecting and selling personal information, and insufficient data protection in IT systems.
So, what can we expect from GDPR now?
Corporate management across all industries is nervously awaiting the first trials because fines are potentially more severe than before, and jail sentences can even now be applied. With added legislation, there is also a higher risk for companies to exhibit data breaches. On the other hand, GDPR (83.1) makes sure that fines are “appropriate” in relation to the concrete case, based on a set of criteria. As the German data protection officer Michael Ronellenfitsch puts it: “We were toothless and have got teeth now. That doesn’t mean we are snappish." It is fair to assume that authorities are going to use a sense of balanced proportion when determining fines, but there is no doubt that we will see a rude awakening for some market actors who are not caring at all about IT security.
It can happen to anyone
In the case of the Barreiro hospital the new regulations were applied to an organization that is not one of the large blue-chip firms but a ‘normal’ medium size organization, in the security-sensitive health care business. It demonstrates that below-the-radar of journal headlines, data breaches can and do happen in any organization, and that data protection authorities are now swift and effective in enforcing the legislation.
It is worth having a look at the reasons for the breach at the Barreiro hospital and drawing some conclusions for improved identity and access governance. From recent publications on this case we know that an inspection by Portuguese Data Protection Authority (CNPD) discovered three flaws in the hospital’s access management. Firstly, it was discovered that nine persons who were non-medical professionals (social workers) had been granted IT access to patients’ clinical data. Secondly, 985 users with an access role for medical doctors were registered, while there are only 296 physicians working at the hospital. And thirdly, patient data at the hospital was not separated properly from archived data of another hospital.
Best practices – just a matter of execution
The Barreiro hospital could have avoided these findings easily, by applying best practice Identity & Access Management (IAM) procedures. These include the following principles:
The procedures for granting access should be tied to the contexts in which the access is used. Request and approval of permissions should be related to the job function, the project or another context in which the user needs the requested information or IT service. This allows a clear purpose-based granting of access. It also facilitates the review and withdrawal of access and therefore supports the least-privilege principle.
When taking on a new job in the organization, moving to another cost center or changing other, contexts, recertification and removal of access should be triggered automatically, to avoid the aggregation of rights.
Data quality matters! – If for example HR information is not up-to-date, access provisioning policies which rely on this information might lead to granting the wrong access.
Revoke accounts should be done in a timely fashion.
It is key to synchronize the HR employment status and IT accounts on a permanent basis, to avoid situations where people who have left the organization still have accounts. For automation, many companies have just deployed some scripts which trigger the creation of accounts for new employees. But secure account management also requires the handling of temporary absences and leavers. In addition to provisioning actions, a comparison of the actual accounts with the desired accounts (“reconciliation”) is strongly recommended.
Multi tenancy capabilities of IT systems enable the secure separation of data. But the separation can only be enforced by access management systems which support this principle as well and allow the granting of access on a tenant-related basis. In the IAM system, users and resources need to be classified accordingly, and constraint policies must be applied to make sure that the separation of access is implemented.
For Barreiro hospital, an IAM solution would have been a very cost-effective investment. While the implementation of an IAM solution can be done with a relatively low effort, the current case with its cost of management attention, legal expenses, fines to be paid, and the immense reputational damage adds up to a considerable amount. On top of this, the automation of IAM processes could have made end users happier, saving a lot of administrative work.
Omada | November 2018
Dr. Martin Kuhlmann, Global Black Belt Senior Solution Architect, Omada, advises strategic customers and designs identity and access management solutions. Martin has been active in the IT security space for almost two decades and has been a frequent speaker and panelist at international conferences. As a consultant and strategist, he had a leading role in various security integration projects in large organizations, specializing in identity management and access governance, and risk and compliance. Martin has published numerous journal articles and several scientific papers on role-based access control (RBAC) and application security. In 1992, he completed his doctorate in mathematics from Bochum University, Germany.
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NYPD SHIELD
Countering Terrorism through Information Sharing
Operation Nexus
Date : July 16, 2019
Introduction | What We Do | What We Ask
New York City has been targeted by terrorists on several occasions, most notably the 1993 and 2001 attacks against the World Trade Center.
Other plots have been thwarted, such as the attempt to bomb the Atlantic Avenue subway station in 1997 and the 1993 Landmarks plot that targeted key sites, such as the Lincoln and Holland Tunnels, the United Nations and 26 Federal Plaza. New York has persevered and thrived in the face of these events, but we cannot let our guard down. The threat of terrorism remains. Working together, the public and private sectors are stronger than either is alone. This partnership is the cornerstone in defending the City against terrorism.
NYPD SHIELD is an umbrella program for a series of current and future Police Department initiatives that pertain to private sector security and counterterrorism. This is a public private partnership based on information sharing.
NYPD SHIELD is a central destination for private sector security managers to obtain information and engage Police Department resources.
NYPD SHIELD also seeks information from our private sector partners to assist in our efforts to keep the City safe.
NYPD SHIELD addresses private sector business on both an industry-specific and a geographic basis. This enables the NYPD to best serve the unique needs of each constituency. NYPD provides training services to assist public and private sector entities in defending against terrorism.
In addition, information specific to a particular sector or neighborhood is transmitted directly to those affected by one of several methods:
In-person intelligence and threat briefings conducted by Counterterrorism Bureau and Intelligence Division personnel
Informal conferrals with Patrol Borough Counterterrorism Coordinators
NYPD Website postings
Shield Alert e-mail messages
NYPD SHIELD keeps our private sector partners informed of developing situations in the City, preparations for upcoming events and new intelligence and threat information.
WHAT WE ASK
NYPD SHIELD is a two-way street; the key to success is for information to flow in two directions. Private sector personnel are well situated to serve as eyes and ears of the NYPD. We ask your assistance in the fight against terrorism by reporting suspicious behavior as soon as possible.
In addition, we recognize that our private sector partners are uniquely qualified to assist NYPD personnel during counterterrorism deployments. Your personnel know your buildings, blocks and neighborhoods from a different perspective. You know what belongs and what is out of place. We urge you and your staff to speak with the police officers you see on the street, particularly those assigned to posts in the vicinity of sensitive and critical locations. Sharing your perspective can help us be more effective. If you have information to pass to the NYPD but cannot do so in person, please use our 24-hour hotline, 1-888-NYC-SAFE or 311. In an emergency, always call 911.
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Archives|Paid Notice: Deaths FRIEDMAN, ARTHUR S.
Paid Notice: Deaths FRIEDMAN, ARTHUR S.
FRIEDMAN-Arthur S. of Harrison, New York on April 3, 2000 at age 58. Devoted husband of Helaine (nee Consor) and beloved father and best friend of David Eliot, son of Oscar, adored son-in-law of Mollie Consor. Brother & brotherin-law of Harvey & Yvette Consor and Steven and Ann Friedman. Loving uncle of Glenn, Jill and Lisa Consor and Alan and Jennifer Friedman. He practiced law in New York for thirty years. His sage advice and wonderful friendship will be missed by all who knew him. The funeral will be Thursday April 6 at 1:30 PM at Riverside Memorial Chapel in Mt. Vernon, N.Y. Interment immediately following at Sharon Gardens, Valhalla, New York. The family will sit shiva at their home in Harrison, New York.
FRIEDMAN-Arthur S. Commonwealth Land Title Insurance Company expresses its profound sorrow at the loss of our esteemed colleague and friend for over 20 years, Arthur S. Friedman. We recognize his extraordinary professional contributions, loyalty, devotion and friendship. He will be greatly missed. Our deepest condolences are extended to his entire family.
FRIEDMAN-Arthur S. The employees of Markland Abstract Corp mourn the passing of its Founder and President Arthur S. Friedman. His wise counsel will be missed. We extend our condolences to his wife Helaine and son David.
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Opinion|Hold the Halo
Hold the Halo
Maureen Dowd APRIL 23, 2011
You could fall in love with Pope John Paul II at the drop of a miter.
In 1978, when 58-year-old Karol Wojtyla slalomed onto the world stage as the first non-Italian pope since the Renaissance, everything about him captivated Catholics who felt adrift and conflicted.
The merry eyes. The sunny wit. The moral toughness honed during battles against Nazis and Communists. The former actor and factory worker was a skiing cardinal, a mountain-climbing poet, a kayaking philosopher, a singing author.
Twenty-six years later, the crowds at his funeral yelled “Santo subito!” Sainthood now!
Next Sunday, two days after the Kate and William show, another European spectacle will unfold: Pope Benedict XVI will preside over the beatification for the man he revered, the first time in a millennium that a pope has elevated his immediate predecessor and the swiftest ascension toward sainthood on record.
Hoping to get a P.R. boost by resurrecting John Paul’s magic, Benedict fast-tracked the process, waiving the usual five-year wait before starting.
But it won’t take away the indelible stain left by a global sex scandal that continues to sulfurously bubble as we celebrate Easter. The latest grotesquerie, amid a cascade of victims coming forward in Belgium, was a TV interview with the former bishop of Bruges, who serenely admitted abusing two nephews.
Sex with the first nephew, he said, started as “a game” when the boy was 5 and lasted 13 years. “I had the strong impression that my nephew didn’t mind at all,” 74-year-old Roger Vangheluwe said, smiling. “On the contrary. It was not brutal sex. I never used bodily, physical violence.” He said he abused the second boy for “merely over a year.” He did not think any of this made him a pedophile.
Certainly, John Paul was admirable in many ways. After he became pope, he was a moral force in the fight against totalitarianism, touring his homeland and giving Poles the courage to resist the Soviet Union. When Lech Walesa signed an agreement with the Communists recognizing Solidarity, he used a pen etched with the face of John Paul.
After Communism collapsed, John Paul offered a stinging critique of capitalism, presciently warning big business to stop pursuing profits “at any price.”
“The excessive hoarding of riches by some denies them to the majority,” he said, “and thus the very wealth that is accumulated generates poverty.”
Credit Fred R. Conrad/The New York Times
As progressive as he was on those issues, he was disturbingly regressive on social issues — contraception, women’s ordination, priests’ celibacy, divorce and remarriage. And certainly, John Paul forfeited his right to beatification when he failed to establish a legal standard to remove pedophiles from the priesthood, and simply turned away for many years.
Santo non subito! How can you be a saint if you fail to protect innocent children?
For years after the Rev. Marcial Maciel Degollado, the founder of the Legion of Christ, was formally accused of pedophilia in a Vatican proceeding, he remained John Paul’s pet. The ultra-orthodox Legion of Christ and Opus Dei were the shock troops in John Paul’s war on Jesuits and other progressive theologians.
There was another reason, according to Jason Berry, who has written two books on the abuse crisis and is the author of the forthcoming “Render Unto Rome: The Secret Life of Money in the Catholic Church.”
“For John Paul,” Berry told me just after returning from Good Friday services, “the priesthood had a romantic, chivalrous cast, and he could not bring himself to do a fearless investigation of the clerical culture itself.
“He was duped by Maciel, but he let himself be duped. When nine people accuse the guy of abusing them as kids, the least you can do is investigate.
“Cardinals and bishops had told him about the larger abuse crisis for years. And he was passive to an absolute fault. He failed in mountainous terms.”
Now the Vatican is like Wall Street, where companies give their most disgraced C.E.O.’s golden parachutes to make up for the stress of outside attack. Except the Vatican gives golden halos.
We are known by our heroes and those we choose to admire.
Pope Benedict has wanted to beatify John Paul, who shielded pedophiles, and Pope Pius XII, who remained silent about the Holocaust as it happened. Meanwhile, Dorothy Day hasn’t been beatified.
Not beatifying or canonizing John Paul would be hugely symbolic, a message far more powerful than the ad hoc apologies and payoffs to victims.
This pope has been better than the last on abuse, Berry said, but “he’s still surrounded by all these cardinals whose hands are dirty in this thing. There are still 16 bishops that were credibly accused who stepped down from public positions but still maintain their titles.
“The Vatican rushed into this beatification, but after they take down the stands, the problems will still be there.”
A version of this op-ed appears in print on April 24, 2011, on Page WK8 of the New York edition with the headline: Hold The Halo. Today's Paper|Subscribe
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Home News & publications News 2017 OGA launch Well P&A Optimisation Programme
23 February 2017 - Press release
OGA launch Well P&A Optimisation Programme
The Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) has launched a search for operators to voluntarily participate in a multi-operator, well plug and abandonment (P&A) optimisation programme.
The objective of the pilot programme is to demonstrate the cost savings which can be achieved through collaborative working, stimulate work-sharing campaigns and adopt improved execution and contracting models.
Those selected will work alongside the OGA and appointed project manager for the selection phase, Lloyd’s Register (LR), to examine the opportunity for a collaborative well P&A programme to be executed in 2018/19.
Jim Christie, OGA Head of Decommissioning, said: “Targeted cost efficiency programmes, extensive knowledge sharing and best practice adoption is a priority of our decommissioning strategy. We expect that this programme will encourage further collaborative working practices across well P&A scope and into other areas of decommissioning.
“While estimates of cost, scale and scope vary, there is no doubt that the decommissioning effort facing our basin is significant. We must act now to capitalise on the opportunity it presents for innovation, cost reduction and further development of our skilled supply chain.”
Prerequisites for participants include;
Identified well(s) which fall within the execution window
A desire to work collaboratively with the OGA and other operators to minimise costs in an appropriate manner
A desire to engage in multi-operator collaboration to test other factors which may reduce costs further than is possible through economies of scale and repeatability alone. Factors may include; technology application, different contracting and business model adoption, regulatory simplification and long term liability management
Transparency in the sharing of data and lessons learnt from the project with the wider decommissioning community.
Those interested in applying to be involved in the pilot programme should contact papilot@ogauthority.co.uk by 10 March 2017.
The OGA has appointed Lloyd’s Register (LR), a leading provider of engineering, integrity, compliance and specialist risk consulting services, as the project manager to lead the select phase on their behalf
The outcome of the select phase will be to develop the appropriate scope, timing and objectives for the pilot by the end of Q2 2017, to meet the budget cycle of interested parties
The later stages of the project will be managed by industry rather than the OGA. The industry will also be the contracting parties for rigs, vessels and other services
The Decommissioning Task Force works to establish a respected, stable and sustainable decommissioning industry, effectively minimising costs and maximising economic recovery through collaboration and fit for purpose lifecycle planning, policies, solutions and execution
It is co-chaired by Terri King, President UK ConocoPhillips, and Jim Christie, OGA Head of Decommissioning, with representation from operators, regulators, service providers and industry bodies
The OGA’s Decommissioning Strategy can be found here. The Delivery Programme can be found here.
Leona Minellas
Oil & Gas Authority
Email: Leona.minellas@ogauthority.co.uk
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Ellen victorious at Boat Show opening
Ellen MacArthur races Mike Golding and Alex Thomson at the opening of the London Boat Show
Sailing heroes Ellen MacArthur, Alex Thomson and Mike Golding officially opened the Collins Stewart London Boat Show yesterday, and took to the water in the Extreme 40 Challenge in the dock alongside ExCel.
Dame Ellen MacArthur, who in 2005 became the fastest singlehanded sailor to circumnavigate the globe, upheld her reputation by winning the challenge with a lap time of 2’14” – at least 25 seconds quicker than fellow singlehanded racers Mike Golding (2’40”) and Alex Thomson (2’45”). To celebrate Ellen’s win the three skippers went onboard HMS Albans and sprayed each other with champagne.
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The Secret Eleanor
By Cecelia Holland
Category: Literary Fiction
Aug 03, 2010 | 368 Pages
About The Secret Eleanor
Eleanor of Aquitaine seized hold of life in the 12th century in a way any modern woman would envy!
1151: As Duchess of Aquitaine, Eleanor grew up knowing what it was to be regarded for herself and not for her husband’s title. Now, as wife to Louis VII and Queen of France, she has found herself unsatisfied with reflected glory-and feeling constantly under threat, even though she outranks every woman in Paris.
Then, standing beside her much older husband in the course of a court ceremony, Eleanor locks eyes with a man-hardly more than a boy, really- across the throne room, and knows that her world has changed irrevocably…
He is Henry D’Anjou, eldest son of the Duke of Anjou, and he is in line, somewhat tenuously, for the British throne. She meets him in secret. She has a gift for secrecy, for she is watched like a prisoner by spies even among her own women. She is determined that Louis must set her free. Employing deception and disguise, seduction and manipulation, Eleanor is determined to find her way to power-and make her mark on history.
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Wear the Cape Unveils School Assembly to Show Kids
Posted by: NJ Kids Contributors - February 21, 2017
How They Can Embody Heroic Character and Stand Up against Bullying
Warren, NJ – January 21, 2016 – A compelling assembly for elementary school age kids with a new, positive approach to preventing and stopping bullying was today unveiled by Wear the Cape™, a brand that gives back and aims to restore the power of kindness and heroic character with cool, inspirational products and its non-profit the kidkind foundation. The hour-long, interactive program shows kids how they can embody heroic character, as well as tactics they can use to stand up against bullying effectively. Get a sneak peak of the assembly by watching the trailer at http://www.wearthecapekids.com/school-assembly/.
“Since day one, parents and teachers have been passionate in their requests for Wear the Cape to translate its vital mission and unique approach into an assembly that can make a big impact on schools and communities,” said Leigh Ann Errico, CEO and founder of Wear the Cape and the kidkind foundation. “Wear the Cape brings good character to the forefront with a positive angle on how to combat the bullying epidemic. After working to develop the assembly for more than a year, we are thrilled to impress upon kids that it’s cool to be kind through a fun, engaging program.”
Wear the Cape created the multimedia, interactive assembly with the help of a team of educators. A sequence of relatable videos, in combination with an in-person facilitator, helps kids make connections, practice skills and learn strategies needed to be a positive force in their communities and be BETTER THAN THAT™ – better than bad choices including bullying.
The kidkind foundation will be bringing the assembly presentation to five underprivileged elementary schools for free, and tax-deductible donations will enable supporters to gift the program to additional underprivileged schools and organizations at cost. Other schools, religious organizations and clubs nationwide can also line up the assembly for their student bodies, youth groups and members.
“Bullying is an age-old problem that has been intensifying in recent years, particularly with the rise of social media and constant connectivity,” commented Philip Brown, PhD, Wear the Cape’s resident character education expert who is a Fellow of the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology at Rutgers University where he founded and directed the Center for Social and Character Development. “It’s important for schools to refresh anti-bullying efforts and take an approach that reaches kids where they are today.”
Pre and post-assembly support are also part of the program. Wear the Cape offers lesson plans, roundtable workshops, and further reading for families, educators and youth club leaders. To truly transform school culture, follow-up lessons, activities and everyday practices will also be recommended.
Errico, an experienced leadership coach, built Wear the Cape and established the kidkind foundation in 2013 when she identified the need for resources on kindness and character-building that would appeal to her own four children. The idea for the brand was sparked when she observed that the chance to wear a cape—the organization’s logo—motivates children to act like heroes, or “Cape Kids,” in order to live up to the symbol of honor.
To find out how you can bring Wear the Cape’s assembly to your community and to learn more about the organization, visit www.wearthecapekids.com.
About Wear the Cape™ and the kidkind foundation
Wear the Cape™ is the first global, mission-powered brand with the nerve to equate being kind with being cool. By coaching kids to be BETTER THAN THAT™, Wear the Cape breaks down barriers and brings people together—a world of new values prevails: It’s cool to be inclusive, tolerant and socially responsible. From its line of apparel and accessories, to its educational tools and its own non-profit the kidkind foundation, Wear the Cape sparks awareness and raises money to build heroes, a kid at a time. Wear the Cape’s products and resources are designed to create teachable moments between kids and the grown-ups they look up to with Hero Tags that tee up conversations about what it means to stand up and stand out; to stick up for the underdog; to do what’s right, not what’s easy. Wear the Cape donates 10% of its net profits directly to the kidkind foundation, and the rest is reinvested in the design and production of new products, as well as character-building educational materials for parents and teachers to help the kids they love. Wear the Cape’s work with communities and schools is helping mold everyday heroes that will create a kinder, better world for us all.
Lauren DuBois
lauren@wearthecapekids.com
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Statement from the Covington Catholic High School junior in the viral video at Lincoln Memorial
Jan 20th, 2019 · 155 Comments
Statement of Nick Sandmann, Covington Catholic High School Junior, Regarding Incident at the Lincoln Memorial:
I am providing this factual account of what happened on Friday afternoon at the Lincoln Memorial to correct misinformation and outright lies being spread about my family and me.
I am the student in the video who was confronted by the Native American protestor. I arrived at the Lincoln Memorial at 4:30 p.m. I was told to be there by 5:30 p.m., when our busses were due to leave Washington for the trip back to Kentucky. We had been attending the March for Life rally and then had split up into small groups to do sightseeing.
When we arrived, we noticed four African American protestors who were also on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. I am not sure what they were protesting, and I did not interact with them. I did hear them direct derogatory insults at our school group.
The protestors said hateful things. They called us “racists,” “bigots,” “white crackers,” “faggots,” and “incest kids.” They also taunted an African American student from my school by telling him that we would “harvest his organs.” I have no idea what that insult means, but it was startling to hear.
Because we were being loudly attacked and taunted in public, a student in our group asked one of our teacher chaperones for permission to begin our school spirit chants to counter the hateful things that were being shouted at our group. The chants are commonly used at sporting events. They are all positive in nature and sound like what you would hear at any high school. Our chaperone gave us permission to use our school chants. We would not have done that without obtaining permission from the adults in charge of our group.
At no time did I hear any student chant anything other than the school spirit chants. I did not witness or hear any students chant “build that wall” or anything hateful or racist at any time. Assertions to the contrary are simply false. Our chants were loud because we wanted to drown out the hateful comments that were being shouted at us by the protestors.
After a few minutes of chanting, the Native American protestors, who I hadn’t previously noticed, approached our group. The Native American protestors had drums and were accompanied by at least one person with a camera.
The protestor everyone has seen in the video began playing his drum as he waded into the crowd, which parted for him. I did not see anyone try to block his path. He locked eyes with me and approached me, coming within inches of my face. He played his drum the entire time he was in my face.
I never interacted with this protestor. I did not speak to him. I did not make any hand gestures or other aggressive moves. To be honest, I was startled and confused as to why he had approached me. We had already been yelled at by another group of protestors, and when the second group approached I was worried that a situation was getting out of control where adults were attempting to provoke teenagers.
I believed that by remaining motionless and calm, I was helping to diffuse the situation. I realized everyone had cameras and that perhaps a group of adults was trying to provoke a group of teenagers into a larger conflict. I said a silent prayer that the situation would not get out of hand.
During the period of the drumming, a member of the protestor’s entourage began yelling at a fellow student that we “stole our land” and that we should “go back to Europe.” I heard one of my fellow students begin to respond. I motioned to my classmate and tried to get him to stop engaging with the protestor, as I was still in the mindset that we needed to calm down tensions.
I never felt like I was blocking the Native American protestor. He did not make any attempt to go around me. It was clear to me that he had singled me out for a confrontation, although I am not sure why.
The engagement ended when one of our teachers told me the busses had arrived and it was time to go. I obeyed my teacher and simply walked to the busses. At that moment, I thought I had diffused the situation by remaining calm, and I was thankful nothing physical had occurred.
I never understood why either of the two groups of protestors were engaging with us, or exactly what they were protesting at the Lincoln Memorial. We were simply there to meet a bus, not become central players in a media spectacle. This is the first time in my life I’ve ever encountered any sort of public protest, let alone this kind of confrontation or demonstration.
I was not intentionally making faces at the protestor. I did smile at one point because I wanted him to know that I was not going to become angry, intimidated or be provoked into a larger confrontation. I am a faithful Christian and practicing Catholic, and I always try to live up to the ideals my faith teaches me – to remain respectful of others, and to take no action that would lead to conflict or violence.
I harbor no ill will for this person. I respect this person’s right to protest and engage in free speech activities, and I support his chanting on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial any day of the week. I believe he should re-think his tactics of invading the personal space of others, but that is his choice to make.
I am being called every name in the book, including a racist, and I will not stand for this mob-like character assassination of my family’s name. My parents were not on the trip, and I strive to represent my family in a respectful way in all public settings.
Captured from the video
I have received physical and death threats via social media, as well as hateful insults. One person threatened to harm me at school, and one person claims to live in my neighborhood. My parents are receiving death and professional threats because of the social media mob that has formed over this issue.
I love my school, my teachers and my classmates. I work hard to achieve good grades and to participate in several extracurricular activities. I am mortified that so many people have come to believe something that did not happen – that students from my school were chanting or acting in a racist fashion toward African Americans or Native Americans. I did not do that, do not have hateful feelings in my heart, and did not witness any of my classmates doing that.
I cannot speak for everyone, only for myself. But I can tell you my experience with Covington Catholic is that students are respectful of all races and cultures. We also support everyone’s right to free speech.
I am not going to comment on the words or account of Mr. Phillips, as I don’t know him and would not presume to know what is in his heart or mind. Nor am I going to comment further on the other protestors, as I don’t know their hearts or minds, either.
I have read that Mr. Phillips is a veteran of the United States Marines. I thank him for his service and am grateful to anyone who puts on the uniform to defend our nation. If anyone has earned the right to speak freely, it is a U.S. Marine veteran.
I can only speak for myself and what I observed and felt at the time. But I would caution everyone passing judgment based on a few seconds of video to watch the longer video clips that are on the internet, as they show a much different story than is being portrayed by people with agendas.
I provided this account of events to the Diocese of Covington so they may know exactly what happened, and I stand ready and willing to cooperate with any investigation they are conducting.
Note: This is the only statement that has been made by the Sandmann family. Any comments attributed to any member of the family that are not contained here are fabricated. The family will not be answering individual media inquiries.
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KS says:
January 20, 2019 at 7:57 pm / Reply
Thank you! May God bless and protect you, your classmates, and your families. What a learning experience for all of us who watched a short clip and thought we had even a glimpse of the facts.
MAGA?? says:
I see a smug face parked in front of an Native American Indian playing a drum and singing. Nick, you could have easily and respectfully moved aside. I see arrogance, and provocative behavior.
And yes, I watched the entire video. I see a bunch of young boys, besides themselves, overstimulated, not know what to do with themselves. Some kids look like they are joining in, some look like they are mocking the drummer, but they are all feeding off of each other. Juvenile behavior. And I don’t see any adult chaperones.
I don’t even believe you wrote this article, someone wrote it for you.
Natalie Palma says:
Seriously! That’s all that you see? I see a supposed ADULT religious group taunting, name calling and yelling profanities! I see an elderly ADULT Native American playing a drum in someone’s face claiming he stole his land. I see ADULT chaperones who should of removed these teenagers from this area long before it got to this point. And right now I am reading another angry ADULT who is only willing to see what he thinks is right! You and all the rest of the ADULTS are a huge part of the problems!
Kelly Vance says:
Thank you, Natalie… I agree except for one point of your statement, and that is, the ADULT chaperones were probably told exactly where the group of teens were to wait for their bus. I know the area around the monument and the organization of the area is strict – has to be. They had no choice. It was the protesting ADULTS that invaded the teens’ space. The dishonest media did not show the whole video. Too many people jump to conclusions before all the facts are known… sadly, facts are hard to get these days. As to the parents of this and the other students, I would be very proud of your child’s behavior.
Mark Leonard says:
January 23, 2019 at 11:54 pm / Reply
Please Do not let your children Talk to Nathan Phillips Indian agitator. And don’t Believe anything coming out of his mouth. Nathan Phillips is a Indians agitator. He is a Known liar. lied about his service in Vietnam. Have you ever heard the term stolen valor. the closest he got to Vietnam was California. On Saturday night Nathan Phillips and his merry band of fools. We’re committing a hate crime against the Catholic Church. By the way he entered the military and left the military with the same rank. That tells you how much of a loser he really is. Your kids handled these bigots better than I probably would have. They are exceptional kids. They should all be congratulated. the only embarrassment might be on the first statements that came out of their school and archdiocese. I believe these two organizations need to be the ones apologizing to the boys.
Norm says:
Sounds like you along with the fake news media , don’t wait for the facts to come out …
It seems you along with many others have assumed and labeled children….
People like you are beneath shame…
leave the children alone ! Pick on someone your own size !!!
Chantel says:
I see a grown man being very physically aggressive to a child. I see native Americans being extremely racist and yelling at kids to go back to Europe. I see a kid staying much calmer then I would have been in the same situation. And I see a bunch of people jumping on a ridiculous bandwagon who only see what they want to see because it fits their agenda.
SARA Cubine says:
January 23, 2019 at 2:29 am / Reply
I agree Chantel!
I see a smug liar,
Nick, Get used to defending yourself for your behaviors. If you continue to behave as you have so far, this will be a constant nagging theme in your life. Lying to the world and lying to yourself will eventually catch up to you.
Rick Schuler says:
Your parents must be proud of you. Thank God for young people with character. The antidote for all of the vileness directed towards you lay in your honest and courageous statement.
JOYCE GREEN says:
I am sorry for what you and your family are going through. I support you and believe you, and I am thoroughly disgusted with the media for running with a story without all the facts. The bias in our media is quite troubling. Your school is fortunate to have you represent it in Washington, DC on this trip. You handled the situation well and are to be commended. I hope your school leaders will come to the same conclusion.
Chris Cary says:
The kid has more integrity than any of his critics within the news media or without.
Rick Bartlett says:
So sadly true. It is a true shame that news in this country now has ZERO integrity. Further, that Adults were the true perpetrators. Everyone with a shred of honesty and decency would find these kids were far more mature, reserved, and in control, then their supposed “victims”.
Brittany Bruning says:
May God bless you and protect you and your family.
Thank you for your display of Christ-like character throughout this troubling situation. Many in the media and in our world hate Christians, they hate that you were marching for the rights of the unborn and they will take any opportunity to destroy you, even if you’re a minor. We are praying that God will use this situation for His glory and your good.
Todd Mohler says:
Got your back Nick
Bill Caldwell says:
Nick you are a young man with honor and decency. The MSM HAS unfairly DEPICTED YOU DIFFERENTLY!! I too am a Vietnam veteran and I salute you for your courage. Keep the faith young AMERICAN BROTHER you make us all proud!! Thank you!!
Antoinette Johnson says:
Your parents should be proud of you. The media owes a huge apology to the students of Covington Catholic. I tthink some adults need to walk in your shoes. I don’t know what I would do in that situation. You showed more maturity than any of the adults involved.
Elle G says:
I actually can believe this. The reason for the spin was largely and mostly because of the hats. If he didn’t wear the hat, people wouldn’t have been quick to judge.
Yes, the hats. Thank you, Elle G, for having the courage to face up to what so many here have turned a blind eye: the use of political paraphernalia during a school-sponsored outing.
Imagine, for a moment, that these young people were students, not of a private religious school, but of a public school, attending a March For Our Lives rally. Imagine that they were wearing hats that said “Black Lives Matter” or “Hope and Change.” Leave every other aspect of this situation as it is, as it has been presented by Nick Sandmann, but just change those two or three details.
Would you and the other commenters be just as supportive? Would you still commend Nick for his bravery, his cool head?
As it is, what we *do* have is a private, religious institution attending a political rally. Churches and their private schools enjoy a blanket tax exemption–provided they avoid certain political activities. I wonder if attending a political rally is allowed under such tax exemptions?
January 21, 2019 at 12:09 am / Reply
Say WHAT??? Most Christians support life and since when does attending a religious school forbid students from political activity?
Nothing is in the way of students participating in political activity, regardless of what school they attend. Randall’s point is that the SCHOOL sponsored this trip. If the kids carpooled together on their own time, there wouldn’t be an issue with the school. And, no, it’s plainly not right for any organization that doesn’t pay taxes to have any say in the political process. They should lose their tax exempt status for engaging in political activity by sponsoring such trips.
Michele Schiesser says:
You are misinformed about the right to wear hats and need to bone up on our First Amendment. Like carrying signs this is an expression of freedom of speech and is afforded every American, even those whose Church has a tax exemption. As an aside, I fail to see how endorsing a slogan such as “Make America Great Again” is in any way offensive. That you find it so is revealing.
tyshab says:
Had they been wearing Black Lives matters or hope and change hats or shirts they never would have been approached. In fact many wear this type clothing everyday and are not singled out and confronted for their choice. Choice of clothing should not matter, we live in a country which has free speech. That includes speech you do not agree with. I doubt you have similar concerns about teachers taking their classes to political rallies and public schools are also tax exempt.
Adults acting in this manner to teenagers is not acceptable.
Really….really?
Sounds like you are part of the media problem….bias….seems to get you everywhere…
this is America …freedom of speech use to be here….
threats coming from people like you are common in this era…
Planned Parenthood performed 321,384 abortions just Last year. They holds tax exempt status. Then they knowingly and illegally sell the parts of the babies to make money. Then they use that money to give to the Democratic Party so that they can receive more taxpayer money to kill more babies. But you support there Tax exempt status?
Mary Jo says:
I agree with you about the hats; they were the catalyst for this becoming a political issue. We are a county that is deeply divided and this incident has given each ‘side’ another excuse to say..’See, we are right and you are wrong’. How about asking genuine questions of each other, how about suspending judgement all together and entering into genuine conversations with those who hold different opinions from our own? What would happen if we tried to find our common ground, our shared values? What if this incident is a call from God for all of us to be more receptive to each other ?
Congratulations to this young man’s parents for raising an intelligent, thoughtful individual. I saw both accounts and it is clear that the liberal media is as usual trying to turn something into a narrative to meet their needs. It is reprehensible to me that they would use this poor kid as a pawn but not surprising based on the last two years.
As the parent of a son around this age that just graduated from Catholic school I know the values and respect that the school teaches to and expects from the students.
I sincerely wish the best for this kid and his family.
To: Elizabeth, Megan, Gwen, Krista and Lisa who believes the teenagers acted with grace and maturity and at least another 100 or so lost souls just floundering in ignorance:
You are invisible. You are a shell of a living breathing shadow.
You believed you actually had a brain. But you are pathetic and will never have a brain.
Why do you advertise your ignorance? Sad
Christina Kossenjans says:
My family are fully supporting the CovCath students.
My family and I are fully supporting the CovCath students
It’s clear from reviewing multiple videos of what transpired, the CCHSJ students have been unjustly and unfairly maligned.
In an egregious rush to judgement, many people, in the press and online, have acted upon their own prejudices and ignorance.
Thankfully the truth is coming out. May more people view all the videos, read all the statements, and then, those who’ve been so wrong in this situation, need to own up and apologize to Nick Sandmann, his classmates, the school and all those hurt by the false words.
Your Archdiocese and high school have issued a statement which is directly at-odds with your most unbelievable claim that you and those cheering you on were the victims in this particular encounter (made all the more unbelievable because we saw the videos); I quote: “We condemn the actions of the Covington Catholic High School students towards Nathan Phillips specifically, and Native Americans in general, Jan. 18, after the March for Life, in Washington, D.C. We extend our deepest apologies to Mr. Phillips. This behavior is opposed to the Church’s teachings on the dignity and respect of the human person.”
John Gallant says:
Elizabeth, please give it up. Too many people have seen the full videos for you to continue the charade. It was a straight-up setup of innocent kids wearing MAGA hats, and the school admin swallowed the lies instantly distributed by those who arranged the setup. Remember that this is not a forum full of leftist haters like you find at the Washington Post, it’s a respectful place. Twisting the facts won’t work here.
Elizabeth, the reason the school and diocese responded they way they did is because they too, were misled by the reports – and to cover their butts. Any person or institution has learned that the “left” will stop at nothing to destroy those with whom they disagree. The school and diocese showed weakness in condemning the students before learning all the details. Unfortunately, I doubt that the main stream media will admit their error or pause in self examination to consider their actions. Think about it: most of the students are minors. As such, their faces should have been obscured. But, the media is so rabid to push their agenda, that they CHOSE to endanger these boys because they were peaceably protesting for the Right to Life.
B Smith says:
In MAGA hats? The teacher did not have the judgement to say “come on kids, let’s go?” I would have if I were an educator. Sorry, not buying this.
Nothing wrong with MAGA hats. We have freedom of expression in the U.S,. See first amendment to the constitution. BTW, CCH had every right to be there. You can’t let bullies push you around and simply walk away.
Mickey McDaniel says:
I was amazed at your composure. Truly I would not of been as calm. I will continue to pray for you and all the students from CCH. Remember you don’t stand alone we support you!
Are u kidding me? Seriously –
Isn’t it a shame that so many people are quick to judge before learning the facts and the truth. This is especially true of so many of our news organizations and so called journalists. It’s disgraceful!
Young man be proud!!! How you handled the encounter was wonderful. Granted, I owe you an apology because the first video I saw, I though you were being disrespectful. However, after watching others and listening, I see you were not at fault. You should be regarded by your parents, peers and school as a true patriot for keeping control. I would be so proud of you if you were my son!!! I pray for you and your family safety and hope you always remember this situation in a positive way for you!
Meagan O'Day-Phillips says:
My family is in full support of you and your friends! My hope is that your school, Mayor and your community will apologize to you and admit the error in their knee jerk response to crowd speak intimidation, rather than standing up for and being proud of you and the other young men in their community.
Dean Pettit says:
Two groups of adults, harassing kids and one group relentlessly sceaming fowl-mouthed, hateful and racial insults at them as they wait for thier bus. The kids chant thier school chants to drown out the sickening bigotry. And who is the bad guy? I watched the whole video. CNN apparently has not taken the time to do so. It doesnt fit tier narrative. I think these kids represented thier school well. Thier only crime was to wear the wrong hats.
Francelyn Sieverman says:
FAKE NEWS!! We have all heard it and now we have experienced it first hand, right in our own backyard. My feelings were that you did nothing wrong even with the edited video, but I have read responses that make me fear for your safety and that of the school, I am angry that you were used to promote an agenda and that you and your family are going through this. My prayers are for your safety and your fellow students. Make this a learning experience and continue to hold your head up proud. I STAND WITH THE COV CATH KIDS!!!!!!!!!
I wish the news outlets had a fraction of the integrity of this boy. If they would have looked into this video even a little they would never have run this story…unless they were simply trying to push an agenda.
That should include NKY tribune.
Luellen says:
And now you are the victim? Pulease!
Watch the full video if you can find it. So many news outlets tried to take it down, as it did not support their narratiive.
Grateful you are part of the future Stay strong
This story hit close to home with me. My son has gone to the March with his highschool. He would come home and talk of the harrassment he receiced being called a raciast, rapist etc. I had prepped him each time getting in his face saying rude things or asking real hear felt questions that the opposition could address. I wanted to prepare him to show that he was educated and informed. Since this was something he felt compelled to do. I also feared something like this after the stories came home the first year. Maybe that is why I went on a crusade yest. To research and find video on line. I pieced several together and realized this is so wrong. It made me heartbroken for this young man. I sent to people I knew in the media and sent video to anyone who would listen. I am sorry this happened to all of you and sad that our world is so condemning. Guilty until proven innocent. My heart goes out to you. Your Cinti. Supporter. ❤️
Bonnie Watts says:
Stand tall young man. We need more of you to set examples for some adults in our world. Your parents raised you right.
Joe VonLehman says:
We are praying for you and your family.
Len says:
I have watched the longer video, which tells a different story than the one being touted on the internet. I completely agree with much of your assessment of what happened. But there are different angles of the interactions which show the students surrounding everyone that looks like they are trying to intimidate the Native American protesters. However, I have also seen how they approached you and not the other way around so I definitely see why your group would become nervous and join together to feel the safety of your peers. But here would be my advice to you since you “have no idea why you were approached.” Take off the hat that represents the most racist, hateful, divisive president our country has ever seen. That would be a good start. Look at everything Trump has said and done. Is this the way a Christian is supposed to act? Really?
Lisa Gick says:
Firstly, these Christian kids acted with grace and maturity. Secondly, wearing a MAGA hat is not only their right but it is not a symbol of racism. Our president is an incredible man, and incredible president. Every time I see someone blindly calling him racist, I ask for one example. By all accounts, President Trump is not a racist. Throwing the race card is really just dumb.
Lisa, Trump was sued and lost because he denied housing applicants based soley on race. That’s actually the definition of racism.
Not only that – NOTHING that man does is…. in ANY way…. remotely close to the way Christ told us to behave.
If you can’t accept that, that is your shortcoming…. and you have chosen to follow Trump instead of Christ. So you can called yourself a Trumpette, but you are not a Christian. If you want to call yourself a Christian you strive to follow the teachings of Christ. That’s a period at the end of the sentence. It isn’t enough to say you merely believe Christ is the son of God….. you have to act like.
Further to that – this kid is lying. I don’t condone death threats against him….. I don’t condone anything but forgiveness for his actions that yes – were wrong. But he should have the decency to apologize for his behavior, along with every other kid there. They are children. It’s not our job to teach them hatred and to harden their faces and their hearts. It’s our job to help them become human beings who care about others….. all others. Especially those who need it the most (which, again, is nothing like Trump, and everything like Christ taught us to do).
Ellen L. Trumpler says:
The way to dispel this rumour is to request to meet in person with the Indigenous man (Nathan Phillips) whom the media reported was “taunted” by you and others.
If such is not true, ask to have photos taken with the Native American, in a peaceful gesture or hug — make this a “turnaround” moment in your own dialogue with him. Tell him what you have stated, that you meant no harm and that you thank him for his military service and so forth. This could dramatically change the public’s perception of the incident you believe is inaccurate. These “turnaround” moments may not seem like a lot — but to the naive public — they can mean a lot.
Rooted at the heart of the American character is the theme of “redemption”. We can redeem ourselves thru kind words and actions. Donating some money to an Indigenous People’s charity, and letting this act be known publicly would be good. Some positive PR can help counteract all the bad publicity you and your group received.
Above all, please realize these are tumultuous times for our Country – we have a government Shutdown going on. Folks are angry. Your hat unfortunately was a “signal” to others you support Trump, who is under great scrutiny and controversy at this time. An innocent act – wearing such a red hat – regrettably serves as a trigger for some of the worst behavior. It might behoove your group to wear school (or regular sport) hats when going to public events which get in the spotlight of the news.. Thanks, ELT
Nauseating to read the comments from Trump supporters so ready to give this kid a pass.
Watch the video and see his friends mocking Mr. Phillips.
Paulus Magnus says:
I saw this video snippet that shows David is a prog liar. Really, go find it after you search for the full length video of this prog debacle that fully debunks David’s lie.
Joe Regan says:
And your mother hates black Muslims. Pull the other leg, kid. It plays jingle bells. You just committed suicide with your future. Enjoy working at McDonalds the rest of your life.
Joe Harper says:
This is what America is up against. And the main reason Trump was elected. The Trump administration is pro life. Two years in a row VP Pence spoke at rally. A born again Christian. Trump is pro Catholic. He’s trying to stop the Left from taking over America. Restore sovereignty to America for future generations. These young Americans were there to march for the over 60 million children aborted in America. I say let them wear Trumps Hat and wear it proudly knowing we have a President in the White House that is pro life.
Pam Brock says:
I’m so proud of you. You could not POSSIBLY have acted any better than you did. Let those who LOVE you guide your heart and help define your inner dialogue as you go through the next few days until the “dissatisfied” ones lapse back and away.
I, and many people that I know support you 100%. You did a great job remaining calm in the face of all of that ugliness! Do great things with you life young man! You will be part of the solution!
Anybody wearing a MAGA hat will never be part of any solution.
Robert Stone says:
Nick, So sorry you had to learn about racism in this way. You handled the situation better than most Americans would. Thankfully we have young people that are willing to LEAD not follow the crowd. This is what I attempted to teach my children. Your parents must be proud of you as well as the rest of your school..
Angelshot9876 says:
I can not believe the haters replying to this, calling this young man a liar, because they continue to believe the fake news MEDIA. It doesnt follow the liberal agenda so therefore this young man is wrong. Take another look people at the full video, not the cut away the mefia chose to display. You all should look in a mirror . Remember judge not less you be judged. I hope he has a good attorney that will sue the pants off of everyone causing trouble for this young man
DaniCalifornia says:
I can’t believe anyone is actually defending his actions. I saw the videos. I have a brain and eyes. His own Archdiocese has already condemned his actions as against their beliefs, which obviously it would be if they are Christians. I cannot look on an act of disrespect and ignorance and be convinced it is an act of bravery.
Man up, do the Christian thing and admit you made a mistake, you are not perfect and you need to humble yourself and learn. Jesus did not smirk in the faces of people who are grieving the wrongs done to them. He respected peoples pain and perspectives and human dignity. You should take a lesson and not hide behind false self-righteousness.
Humble yourself at the feet of your savior and open your mind to love.
Malice says:
Why did you not step aside, when you were “confronted” by an Indigenous person, performing a chant of peace? You were the outlyer. Your stance speaks for you. Your friends were rudely mocking the chant of peace, you were intentionaly and disrespectfuly smirking and blocking Mr. Phillips, and your actions speak volumes. Social media captured you. Social media has recorded your choice of actions. You made your point, you made your bed and now you will lay in it. Be accountable for your actions. The words in “your” media response we’re not the words of a high school student; they are a legal ramification response. Better make this right, Nicholas.
You must not have watched the entire video… Sadly you have been duped. The students were to be at that location to wait for their bus; it was the protesters who invaded the students’ assigned space.
You are wiser beyond your years. Your parents should be proud! Sending hugs and support. Keep your head high, your heart is in the right place. I hope your message reaches all the haters. God bless you.
Chris Hoff says:
Your statement is pure class and you spund like you have the heart of a true gentleman. I am sorry “adults” behaved that way towards you and your school. May God bless and protect you and your family during this difficult time. Your parents, school, classmates, community and country should be proud of you.
A very coached response to look innocent after you and classmates were caught in action on multiple devices acting out, laughing, mocking, the Native Americans. You stood in defiance in front of the Elder. You didn’t look confused. And chanting a school cheer to drown out the insults? Really? The kids did not act threatened, rather they behaved with superiority, laughing it up at the seriousness of the confrontation. You should have stepped aside to get on your bus and not provoke ANYONE! The kids’ provocation was so evident. Not buying your well prepared story.
Terry McGregor says:
“stood in defiance”? was he supposed to bow and move out of the way as the native americans banged their drums and chanted in his face? How can you say its provocation to stand in your location and not move, but walking up to someones face banging a drum and chanting is not?
can I ask an honest question. did you watch the full video where the students were called “crackers, niggers, faggots, murders, etc”? I thought for the most part, they handled themselves quite well considering they were required to be in that location to be picked up by buses, but the other individuals causing the confrontations were there by choice.
Cinthia Thorp says:
Unfortunately for this young man, the many other videos just do not support his account of the situation. Where were the adults/chaperones while this arrogant young man stared into the face of a man more than twice his age, with a smirk on his face, for nearly four minutes. There was no need for this child to stare down an adult. There should have been an adult available to put tis boy in his place and end this confrontation.
Actually, the long video that is out there support his version 100%.
Johnathon H says:
Seriously, you call for a minor to back down when a grown man (Activist and Professional victim) walks up and violates his personal space? That is a ludicrous statement. The one adult who could have averted the confrontation was the impetuous man-child banging on a drum trying to intimidate a child, but he chose not to.
Elijah Brown says:
Cinthia, first, the videos fully corroborate Nick’s version of events. Feel free to post a link to any video of the event that contradicts anything he said. You can’t.
Second, you have no basis to call Nick arrogant. It was Mr. Phillips who walked up to Nick and banged a drum in his face, not the other way around. Who’s being arrogant there?
Third, for those “four minutes” you calculate, Mr. Phillips was banging a drum and yelling a song in Nick’s face. Where is Nick supposed to look—at the sky? At his feet? Do you really believe that if an adult man approaches you while banging a drum then you have a duty to step aside, bow, and avert your eyes? Smh.
Finally, “there should have been an adult available?” Mr. Phillips and his buddies WERE adults, yet they they behaved like children—strolling over to bang their drums at a crowd of kids. Nick was a high schooler, yet he behaved like an adult, smiling and keeping his cool in the face of this bizarre provocation.
His family and school should be proud. His diocese, which was quick to rush to judgement, owes him and his family a public and profound apology.
After watching multiple videos my opinion has changed slightly. Unfortunately the school and that kid are going to be made examples of something that comes down to teenagers being stupid. There were definitely some pretty nasty things said to the kids, but that is where a certain maturity in teenagers is lacking. The chaperones I believe are more to blame. They should have identified this as a bad situation and had the kids move on. As for the kids apology. There is no doubt in my mind that it’s a partial truth. His facial expressions paint a different story. He is by no means a hero to the rest of the kids and by no means was he trying to diffuse any situation. This problem is much bigger than the event at the Lincoln Memorial though. It is a wide spread problem in less diverse American communities. Those kids don’t understand the struggles different races of people go through. It is pretty apparent that those kids are from a from a private school with pricy admissions. They have never had to worry about when their next meal is or will they have a warm home to return to. This is where the school and parents have failed to educate them. They are content with their comfortable lifestyles and care not to involve themselves with educating the youth about the social problems in America. The Trump movement hasn’t helped either. The country hasn’t been this far on edge racially and culturally since the Civil Rights Movement. The president shares this blame by promoting fear from the borders and publicly using controversial terms when referring to people as “Pocahontas.” What he says and does is taken to heart and mimicked by primarily Caucasian’s. He sees these actions as a way of not conforming to political correctness. Then again he has always been a wealthy white male and has never had to deal with the problems others might face. It is a wonder why he has so much support from Christians when he continuously demonstrates what being a bad Christian is. So, were the activists wrong? Yes. Were the kids wrong? Yes. Do I believe this kids statement? It’s not the full truth. He is not a perfect angel and was walking the line of provoking the activists without actually crossing it himself. At the end of the day it will hopefully bring some more diversity training into schools. It’s time to wake up people. Don’t defend the school. Don’t wish harm on anyone. Teach from this incident. Act responsibly.
Pat Justice says:
Well said young man. I am so sorry that you, your classmates and families have had to endure the chastising and condemnation that others spoke of based on a small part of what transpired on Friday. Unfortunately this is what our country has come to be and its not acceptable. I’m sure they’d want to be judged fairly. This should teach us all to wait before we post something that could harm another with only part of what their seeing. I hope all is well for you, your classmates and families.
Louis Dastous III says:
I am a NAVY Veteran and I am so sorry You and your classmates had to deal with those issues Especially that disrespectful veteran,you did do the right thing by keeping calm as he could have gone off at any time on you,Son,we veterans are very proud of the way you and your friends acted, GOD BLESS YOU and Stay Safe.
Respectfully, Louis E Dastous (USS John F Kennedy) (CV-67)(HS-11 Dragonslayers) (Helicopter Squadron)
Lies!
You can see his interaction with the Black protesters here, including the part where he says the Bible is “not even a real book”
https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=share&v=npX801xLSFY&fbclid=IwAR3t-mJMJRlPSjtwKCUyH1uH9OysY0SEpRCnZ4HP0Wl-2_d7zE0jABQOgig
s v ren says:
Molly, when you say ‘where he says the Bible is not even a real book’, you’re mistaken about the identity of the student who said that.
Heidi K DeLaughter says:
Amen and God Bless You!!! We who have eyes to see, see. We who have ears to hear, hear.
Thank you for being an Outstanding Young man and Beautiful Citizen in our Country!! YOU give me hope for the future that Our Country can survive this Liberal insanity!! God Bless You I God Bless The USA!!✝❣️✝❣️
n stevens says:
As a student of Catholic schools, I must admit I thought “there was another side of the story”. Anyone w/ a moderate contact w/ students should of know better. I am ashamed of the American press which has slandered you and your fellow classmates! I STRONGLY encourage you to use the legal system, as not a tool of vengeance but rather a deterrent for future victims from media attacks.
Finally may I suggest, if you are leery of financial gain, that you may donate some/ all of the proceeds to religious freedom legal groups and pro-life movements organizations.
Nope, you admittedly stated that this Native Man did nothing but dance up and play his drum. You stood and blocked his way, with your smug face and your Maga hate hat. Your team of “innocent” friends who were already embroiled in some dispute with another group of protesters was clearly out of hand. You all made a poor choice but you especially, knew that your standing and blocking him when he had brought no threat of harm was nothing more than a control tactic and a superiority statement which is very much the statement of your hat that day. You will go down in history as the person you portrayed of hate… the Native man will go down like his ancestors as noble and defeated.
You maintained your composure and did nothing wrong. Welcome to the world of hateful Liberals including the MSM who put forward stories without all of the facts and show such intolerance for people with a different viewpoint. Stand up straight and tall with your head held high wearing whatever hat you choose. You were attacked simply for being a supporter of our great President. Your parents should be proud. Let the defamation lawsuits begin to clear your name against the vile on the Internet.
Peace Always says:
Wow! Great response by a strong young man. Everything that he said matches everything that I have seen in all of the footage – not just the edited footage by CNN and MSNBC. Anyone who watches the full hour and a half video, and other videos taken from multiple angles, will see that this boy speaks the truth.
Anyone who vilifies this boy and supports violence and threats against him is anti-American and anti-peace.
Amy Daniel says:
Cinthia Throp, yes I have watched the video several times, and agree with the boy was not smiling as he claims. The expression on his face was unmistakably a smirk. I wonder what Corvington Catholic High School teachers their students about Native Americans. Where did they learn to say, “Go back to your reservation”? Is the school teaching US history as if Native Americans did not exist, or that they don’t matter as a a people? The smirk on the boy’s face and the sheer arrogance with which he stared into the face of an Native American elder smacks of total lack or respect, and certainly suggests the latter.
The kid could have “turned the other cheek” and walked away, same with the other kids they could have refrained from chanting whatever they were chanting build the wall, go team go blah blah blah THAT is irrelevant! Their instructors at a Catholic school no less! seemed to have forgotten to instill a basic phrase straight from the bible which is to turn the other cheek. as for the MAGA hats they are available all over the friggin wachington DC airports so I think those are less about a moronic ideology ad more about a souvenir that is readily available at the airport!
vicky snyder says:
God bless you and I am so sorry that you are being so vilified, despite the mountain of evidence that in fact, your group were the ones being harassed! I watched the full video and I applaud you for maintaining your calm. It is sickening that any news organization would publish the lies they have about this, and continue to do so even though they know the truth! As to the above response, you apparently haven’t seen the video of this “innocent” native american who walked up and stood almost nose to nose with this play, loudly playing his drum in the kid’s face! You believe what you want to believe regardless of the truth!,
Fred Crum says:
Covington students and their high school need to and must file suit against CNN, MSNBC and any other news organization that manipulated the video and the truth. It is disgusting what these “news” organizations will due to promote their agenda. The corrupt “news” must be held accountable. The law is on the students side including past defamation court decisions.
Susan Flores says:
Great way to spin your hate and to think we would buy it. You are not the first person to spree hate and think you can spin now that you got caught in the act of your hateful ways. You are a disgrace to this school and to the human race that see no hate . I hope this follows you forever and now the world see what a black heart fill of hate you have. Tell your parents great job raising a true racist and doesn’t res poo ect his elders let alone your school . I don’t buy your little story here .
What hate are you referring to? standing there as someone walks up to you banging a drum and chanting in your face? The people that say the students showed hate, please be very specific in the action.
I personally feel that these students handled themselves quite well considering they situation. They were required to be in that area to be picked up by buses. the black hebrews and native americans chose to be there. I can’t say not a single student did anything wrong because there were a lot of students there and we don’t have video of everyones actions, but as a group, I think the school should be proud of how the students handled themselves throughout the entire hour that the situation unfolded.
Hicksville Kid says:
The lessons from all this are that the radical leftists (socialists/Marxists) will frame every confrontation as the fault of their victims and that the media is the enemy of the people and gleefully join in to destroy you. You now have learned this lesson at an early age. I learned it when I was 22, some never learn as they are blind to it.
Arif says:
Methinks the lady doth protest too much.
This isn’t the first time this school has caused controversy, in 2015 your Covington Catholic’s fine, upstanding student body clad in blackface at one of their basketball games, I am pretty sure this type of behavior continues there today…..i am trying to be fair and understand both sides but it is getting pretty hard to support your claim.
William Ripskull says:
Nick Sandmann and everyone good are the types of people the MSM and the Left are trying to destroy. Of course mask wearing ANTIFA thugs are freedom fighters and the dirty, drug-using, free-loading losers of Occupy-Everything are the real patriots. Make no mistake about it, the Left and it’s propaganda outlet, the MSM, are doing everything in their power to make the US a Third World totalitarian, Socialist country where being white, Christian and male are a crime.
Robert WATERMAN says:
What the these young people experienced is Fascism in full throttle. May the Lord bless them and keep them,May the Lord make his face to shine upon them an bring them peace.
My hope is they they read this reply and find a book that describes Fascism.
Boy, lots of woke ❄️ progs on this comment board. None were there, yet know better than a first hand account of the event. Progressive leftism is a mental disorder with the main symptoms as projection and delusions of grandeur (e.g. trying to make another into a villain, so they can be a hero). This kid is not a villain. He’s a victim. Your victim. So, having no dog in this fight, I can truly say that I would not feel an ounce of pity for any of you prog leftists if something terrible were to happen to you, your children, or any other member of your family for the mere fact that it takes your mental disorder out of the gene pool. Please get as many abortions as you can.
It’s become obvious that MAGA means Make America Great Again by keeping brown skinned people out and sending those who are here back to their native lands no matter how long they’ve lived here. The kids started chanting ‘build the wall’ at the old man. Come on. Not creditable. I hope they use this experience to reflect on their Christian upbringing and what it is supposed to mean. Cruelty to people different than you isn’t Christ-like. Jesus himself was a brown skinned immigrant whose parent’s were fleeing to another land.
Hey barb, can you link the video that shows any student saying “build that wall”? Phillips (who made several statements that were clearly lies) has since walked back that accusation, so maybe you should as well.
Nick, you handled an unprovoked confrontation well. At no time did I see you or your classmates go to or seek out the protestors, instead they approached and confronted you. Stand tall, your character was a beacon. I am very sorry adults feel the need to attack you, they are bullies staging encounters for their empty agendas. Pray for them.
God Bless you, your family and the other students.
To the capital police, you should do a better job about protecting visitors to the capital. Freedom of speech and the right to protest does not mean you have a right to get into another’s face.
To Mr. Phillips, as a military vet I would have expected more honor from you. Confronting teenagers is not acceptable.
Mary Ellen Bane says:
Perhaps if these boys had been wearing “Stop Abortion” hats instead of “MAGA” hats this fiasco might not have happened. But to wear “MAGA” hats gives people the impression that they stand for everything Trumpty Dumpty stands for which I would hope is not true especially from Catholic school students. Trumpty’s views on race, immigrants, etc., not to mention his many sexual affairs with women and his lying, are not what I would expect Catholic school students to endorse.
William Hagen says:
Did this “misguided youth” ever have his DNA tested? i would love to see what is floating around, int hat gene pool.
Tammie Lee says:
After the way the Liberal Media attacked and smeared these Children at Covington HS. This Nathan Phillips is a big liberal liar and you liberals in media literally hung those children and their school, irresponsible
Why don’t you Liberals in the MAN UP and apologize to those children
Not only should your parents be proud of you, Nick, but I and many, many other patriotic Americans are proud of you. Unfortunately, to peruse some of the (minority) previous comments, there are among us too many for whom the facts don’t matter, but the progressive, hateful “narrative” trumps everything else.
Say whatever you want about MAGA hats, only a racist would wear one. They represent the worse about America.
And it turns out that it was a group of Blacks who were insulting everyone who passed by the students were responding to. They were just so very, very White and sheltered, they can’t tell the difference between a Native American and a Black man, so they must be part of the same group.
They therefore took to mocking the Native American with a drum because the scary Black people were calling them bad names.
And WHAT THE H$!! WERE THEY DOING WEARING THE MAGA HATS?!?
I truly believe that these kids thought they were doing right. Unfortunately, they are too young, naive, and influenced to understand the true meaning of the hats they were wearing. The message behind MAGA is inherently racist. The current situation with the government being held hostage by a corrupt president over a racist and ineffective border wall only feeds the flames of frustration for people of color. This includes indigenous people, like the man they confronted with a smirk of arrogance. I suggest the teachers at that private, religious school actually cover the story of how Native Americans were treated historically and shed some light on how American was not great, back then, for anyone other than the white and privileged.
Young man, instead of trying to defend your actions, you should be taking the opportunity to learn from your mistakes. Learn empathy. Ask yourself why you support this political view? Question your church and your parents. Many people don’t agree with them. Why not consider asking why?
Gabrielle Gray says:
I attended Catholic schools from kindergarten through college, as did my siblings and my child. Racism was not evident, nor would it have been tolerated. We were firmly taught at home and school that all people are created equal and have equal rights, including the right to respect. But these are troubled times. The adults, parents and chaperones should have known that in representing a religious school at a public, political event, no one in their group should have worn a political hat. MAGA hats are an affront to well more than half of the population of this country, and are likely to cause divisiveness in every political situation except a Trump rally. It is incomprehensible to me how any Catholic or Christian can warp their minds around being a Trump supporter. So, where were the adults in this situation, and why didn’t school administrators have a mandate that no political attire should be worn? Don’t be so fast to blame the students…the Native Americans have their share of blame for this needlessly provocative event…but so do those who didn’t tell the students not to wear those hats.
jerry bible says:
You go girl ! Just what we need to hear —more PC !
It is of note that none of the media outlets or the Twitter and Facebook mob for that matter has mentioned the bad behavior of the Native American and African American “protesters” seen and heard clearly on the videos. When we as a nation fail to apply the same standards of behavior regardless of race, sex or any other divisive tribal distinction chaos and lawlessness follow and justice is lost. The rules apply to everyone or they apply to no one. Oh and by the way, when are we going to hear a correction/retraction from the cowards at the school and Archdiocese?
The hats are NOT the problem! The response to the hat is the problem! Triggered by a hat with a slogan? Really??? This justifies vilifying a teenager? Going after his family? Threatening harm to any one who disagrees with you?
Why not consider asking why many believe America is great, despite her flaws?
dws says:
“Even an official with the Vatican is asking that question.
“Second, where were the chaperones?” wrote Father James Martin, consultant to the Vatican’s secretariat of communications. “The idea that a group of Catholic high school students were placed, either wittingly or unwittingly, in such an incendiary situation, seems to indicate a lack of oversight.””
Dave O says:
Young man, your prayerful response was just right. Thank you for handling the situation in a mature way. Excellent statement too. Praying for you and your family
I cannot believe that the kids were just “wearing hats”. Their power senses were likely heightened after marching more against women’s rights (wearing those hats) rather than marching for the right to life of the unborn, the unjust, and disadvantaged. Had they acted like true Christians we would not see such immaturity of laughing and mocking in the video and their silly retaliating school chant. The MAGA hats are the problem. They are the new hate, the new swastika. There is no unity in that hat.
Kev says:
The school and Church authorities have behaved shamefully and now compound their lazy cowardice by failing to address their mistake.
Let’s hope they don’t become role models for any of the students.
Joan Scott says:
How about the students that were doing the”Indian Arm chop” !!!! Was that not offensive to the Native American?????
Kid! You are a LIAR.
Can you even access the truth in your little tiny brain? You should try it. Even if it’s just for yourself. Be honest with yourself. You’ll be amazed what you can learn, and the growth that comes with being honest with yourself.
Everyone knows you are lying, even the people trying to support you, know you are lying.
God bless you and your family. You were accosted because of the MAGA hats. These people who accosted you yearn for their culture and beliefs to be accepted but attack you because you don’t believe as they do. Hypocrisy at its finest! You will get through this. It is due early and hatred spewing from them. You will come out on top.
Pablo Mossman says:
The Catholic school, to their credit, bus these students to support the Right to Life but then retreat with their tail between their legs when the wolf snarls and snaps. The lesson is: If the media attacks those we support, or issues that matter, assume it is FALSE first. And, wait and see what the facts are.
LeAnn says:
Prayers for you and your family. I would like to hear from the adult chaperones that were there, have any of them made a statement?
traeh says:
This native American, Nathan Phillips, changed his story when videos came out showing that his initial accounts were lies, yes lies. He claimed that the Catholic kids surrounded him. Bull. He approached them because some of them wore MAGA hats and he wanted to confront Trump supporters and provoke them. He walked into their midst, they did not surround him. One can see that in the video. At this point, no one should believe a word that Nathan Phillips said. He could have walked around the group of kids to get up to the memorial. Instead he walked into their midst and banged his drum rather aggressively in one kid’s face. The young man at the center of the video can actually be seen at one point in one of the videos trying to quiet down and calm another Catholic kid who was getting into an argument with another native American who was a full grown man and rather aggressive, offensive, and insulting. Nathan Phillips, the native American who provoked this whole shameful scene, could have walked around the group of kids if the goal was really just to get to the memorial. At no point do we see the native American trying to step around the kid, whom the native American approached. These kids were only teenagers and on the whole they did not behave badly for teenagers who were being harshly insulted and grossly provoked. Parts of the media shamefully assumed that Nathan Phillips was telling the truth and assumed that the kids were guilty. I hope AP and other slanderous news outlets are sued and have to pay some very serious damages, seeing as this kid’s reputation has been seriously damaged and he is receiving death threats from idiots and thugs.
Sid Skiba says:
Everyone needs to watch this video. It is long and will make you sick. But it sure changes the picture. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-pFMZaw5f0
Thomas Paine says:
Buy a gun, my friend. The mob of mentally deranged is still coming for you. They will not stop either until they have your scalp (or is that word just too triggering for you hateful dandelions who think anyone has the right to dictate to anyone else IN AMERICA what to wear, do, or think). How about we bring back that oldie goldie in rape trials, “She was asking for it. Look what she was wearing. A red MAGA hat.”
Come to think of it, perhaps 2 guns/person in your family and a concealed gun permit too. Oh, and sue the living crap out everyone involved, including the protesters if you can find them: the “veteran” Indian in question who effectively assaulted a minor and the group of unhinged black protesters hurling not insults – HATE CRIMES. FIGHT BACK or become fodder under The Left’s shoes.
History is littered with over 100 million dead bodies of those who couldn’t or wouldn’t fight back against Leftism. That’s just in the last century. When the American ISIS clones come your way, turning the other cheek is simply not correct. Its insane and potentially lethal to you. Evil, like bullies, must be confronted head-on. To quote the incredibly hateful (and in one case threatening) commentators in this comment list (who are most certainly “woke” and therefore have definitely said this quote), NO JUSTICE, NO PEACE.
This is America. BITE ME! Now, give me your money and a bit of your freedom for your vile actions, you pathetic excuses for human beings.
Jeffrey Hampton says:
So many people so easily manipulated by the media of the moment!! The truth here is more complex than either side being right or wrong. I find Nick’s statement rather self serving and pitch perfect to appeal to those predisposed toward his particular attitudes. To me, the video reveals a situation in which one group, the Black Israelites sets up a situation in which two other groups fight. Was Mr. Phillips wrong to insert himself between two groups expressing hostility to each other to prevent a riot? Does anyone support these students turning their hostility toward him? Where were the chaperones for these kids? Nick states that they were given permission to respond with these innocuous cheers. As a former teacher who led many field trips, I would never have given such permission. My efforts would have been towards getting my kids out of there fast. The first priority of these supposedly adult chaperones should have been safety and not upping the ante in a volatile crowd situation. The chaperones are fortunate that this did not become a riot and no one was hurt. Does anyone really believe that some of these kids did not respond to the Black Israelites and these native Americans with racist taunts. Even if provoked, is that ever really justifiable? Nick may or may not have heard them but I’ll bet that some of them did. Were they provoked? Maybe. But the first concern of those chaperones should have been safety and not making political points or statements.
If you are going to a march to protect our rights. It is a March not a live protest with violence. Mistake number 1. was wearing the hat .Religon and politics
Do not mix at a March for freedom.and human rights. Millions have marched peacefully ( around the world)) or the last fhree years. Taking teenage boys ,
Is #2. to protest about abortion was a mistake, who’s idea was that? They are minor boys..
Where is respect for others? All I saw was a smug kid silently harassing an elderly man, Sandmann’s friends laughing/ cheering. . He was smug a liar and did not write the letter he presented. What a shame maybe CC should should have a mandatory class in respect and manners.
Well said. Couldn’t agree more.
Susej says:
I cant even read this crap anymore. This young man has a bright future. The kid was a victim of the hatred, ignorance and liberal bias that is taking over this country. Just imagine if this was a minority teenager who was confronted by a white man wearing a red hat. Who would the ugly left support in that situation. Very sad day in America. I am so sorry for this young man and his family that he was victimized this way.
we_e says:
The hat you wear upon your head represents a movement of a man who is a ‘False Prophet’. Imagine yourself in the shoes of President Trump’s son Barron, who knows his father turned his back on he and his mother to have adulterer affairs with a woman who does sexual acts for all to see and had a nine month affair with a Play Boy Bunny. Does this man have the moral fiber to be trusted to lead this country, let alone set example for young Catholic Men such as yourself.
We all can see you, Nick. If you were not interested in causing trouble, you would have stepped out of the way. You are a smug, arrogant little snot nosed kid. And…for all of you Catholics…? Remember this?
From the Bible, Galatians VI (King James Version):
Whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. Here’s what I’m sending you Nick, a wish that you get to experience the hate and disrespect you showed this gentleman. I hope you and your family are mocked and belittled, not just once but a thousand times. Maybe then you will learn the meaning of compassion.
Burmell Walter says:
It is obvious to me that the hat is what all of this is about. I have never seen so much hate for a president who is trying to do what he promised while running. This event in itself should sell 150,000,000 MAGA hats.
Sandy G. says:
Nick Sandmann – please send a new version of this incident.I cannot stop my incredible disbelief that a potential criminal had the gall to write this letter of explanation full of lies, half truths,embellishments, indignation, one of the most insidious videos I have ever seen, Nick comes out swinging – attempting to make himself a victim – huh, that type of psychology is familiar somehow. Could an attorney have written this? I don’t think so. Could Nick and mommy and daddy written this. Sad but true, after all the snot nosed brat has to play up to a Daddy with the money honey! My favorite line was “I will not stand for it”. Oh, I see, you pull off one, if not the most disrespectful interaction I have ever witnessed in my life, and now let’s all feel sorry for Nick the pathetic leader of the gang. Buddy – in my opinion you have made your situation a multitude worse. You are a disgusting little creep and the country is watching to ensure you get what’s coming to you!
spin…idiot kids
Tom G says:
Thank You, thank you, Nick. Thanks for literally standing up to soft oppression.
America has never been perfect, and is not perfect. Was certainly not with Obama, nor is it with Trump — but most of normal America is better now than it was.
There are many who suffer from Democrat Derangement Syndrome. They hate, because humans always have an “us” and a “them”. Not all humans, not all the time. But many, often.
Today in America, the sad people filled with hate are Democrats, just like the sad KKK Democrats who used to hate blacks. Because they were black. Now they hate you. Because you wear a MAGA hat; or are white; or are male; or are a Christian.
I thank you for standing up for your right to stand on the Lincoln Memorial. You were under assault by the Native American racist hater of whites. No responsible adult came to save you, telling the jerk: “Hey, leave that kid alone!” I believe he touched you a couple of times, but it seemed clear he was coming as close to you as he could get, to force you to move.
You held your ground.
Please get legal help and bring lawsuits against every news organization which has defamed you, libeled you, and invaded your privacy. These Deranged Democrats will not stop until more of them have lost lawsuits, and paid millions of dollars in damages.
I can imagine you “don’t need the money, don’t want the money, have nothing against them”. Pledge to put 60%, or 90% after lawyer fees, into some charity to help give Catholic Boys scholarships, or whatever charity you wish.
How will this hate filled behavior stop? By lawsuits filed against those who libel, and by damages paid by those who illegally defame innocents.
Help the innocents.
Yourself, and those innocents of the future who will be defamed in the future.
Please file lawsuits.
Freedom needs you, and more like you. The freedom to wear whatever hat you like, MAGA or Pro-Life or Pro-Jesus.
Thank you for standing up, literally, for your freedom to be you.
Thank you – please file lawsuits against all who slandered you.
To protect other, future innocents.
Wr says:
Anyone with half a brain cell can see what happened. You can see the hateful liberals on this comment that are so blinded by hate they cant see the truth. It’s so sad people would pick on kids. Don’t worry karma is a bitch n it will be your kids next n I hope so.
M Padgett says:
I’ve seen all the videos. All I see in the videos is uncontrollable teenage boys showing lack of respect, for themselves and others. And people saying how brave you are to come forward and how much integrity you have. Don’t believe them. It’s only words on a post. Words on paper. Like your words are to me and the MILLIONS of people that will know your name and your FACE. That’s what gave you away… don’t go into politics if you don’t have a poker face. And yours had entitlement written all over it. This will haunt you forever, and I hope it does.
Sheila M says:
Whoa!!!!! Just hold on a minute! What the heck is going on? I opened this website several hours ago to read the latest comments, of which there were 177. I just reopened and there are only 110 comments. Well, I can understand that you may be limited to the amount of available space to print hundreds of comments.
Although something really strange happened and it absolutely must be investigated. Almost all 110 comments were in defense of Sandmann. That is an understatement. The praise love admiration for this despicable person shocked me and had to stop reading. Normally I would probably just let go. But you know what’s really incredulous is that all comments condemning the situation, were removed and only his friends and family expressed how victimized Nick has been. This situation will not go away because you lied about it. There are no denials good enough to overcome the thought in everyone’s mind that it’s good to be rich and well known in the community . Obviously; if not friend or family of your newspaper, you made out beyond a shadow of doubt, legitimately surmise that due to this flagrant, in your face, obvious deceit by your newspaper, that all the other entities involved have been treated the same way. You must have got a call from Mitch to delete all your communities and beyond emails or texts that in any way whatsoever depicted Nick in any way but that he is an angel sent from heaven for all of us to enjoy. We are all highly insulted that whoever penned that believed no one would notice. How pathetic – this will never be swept under the rug. Above and beyond all sickening behavior on video, this has turned into “The wealthy can buy anything” well, not anything, there are still some honest people out there who need to do their job and investigate this matter to everyone’s approval. Appropriate punishment (which could never give mr Phillips back his dignity) must be meted out or the anger people feel could turn into rage. My comments will likely not be printed, which will just be more evidence of how scheming the parties involved are.
Judy Clabes says:
Sheila, we have not deleted any comments. We have published all that have been offered — except those with exceptionally bad language, had only links that were not safe to share, or were exact duplicates of ones we already approved. (Some people submitted the very same thing two or three times, for example.) We’re trying to keep up — but right now I don’t see any that haven’t been approved. There are several stories that people are commenting on — and it appears that the count you see on this story is just for this story. There are 185 comments on another story about this issue.
Mae Paraede says:
I think you’re a kid….. I think you’re a child and as a teen aged child, you do stupid things.
I think you’re lying now because you got caught acting like an idiotic child with absolutely zero respect for others who don’t look like you….. and this is what you have been taught by your parents and by your school.
Maybe you’ll grow out of it – maybe you won’t. But either way – the expression on your face shows you to be a liar. You weren’t confused at all. You were a hateful little boy filled with expectations of superiority because you’re white. You don’t recognize that like your MAGA parents don’t recognize that the way of Christ is not anything to do with MAGA….. and your school wouldn’t know Christ if He walked into it and asked for water.
I think you are to be commended for your actions. It is sad that the media especially CNN have gone the route of tabloid news and lies. I am shocked by all the hateful comments. You know you did the right thing. Often teenagers behave better than adults. The full video is proof.
In the wake of the confrontation videoed at the Lincoln Memorial, between an Indigenous people and a teenage boy, I am very disappointed at the deep root of arrogance and disrespect from the teen toward the elderly man. The teen boy said, “by smiling, I was showing I would not back down or be intimidated”, is a sad excuse for the behavior of this boy who has most likely never felt or understood the horrific events of a people who were killed, stripped of their homes, land, country, and dignity. A people who still today suffer from alcoholism, poverty, and diseases like diabetes. A people who were sentenced to a long slow death by taking their freedom and their way of life through force and barbaric acts. That such a person like this teen would be given a voice in the press; to lie, manipulate, and twist what we can see with our own eyes as pure ignorance and arrogance, is appalling.
I am soooo ashamed of Covington Catholic High School for eating their own !!!
Where is the support for the honorable student that was threatened, assaulted and harassed….
and the young man stood with restraint, and respect…..
This student should have been commended for such excellent behavior….I would be sooo proud !!!
Covington Catholic School should be humiliated for condemning their own righteous children!!!
Pat Quan says:
Nick – as a born/raised Catholic and mother of a bright young man I appreciate your statement and heartily apologize to you for the hate and ugliness you and your friends have come across from strangers in the last few days. Please don’t let this incident jade you or change your values.
There are millions of good people across this country that stand with you and your friends. God Bless You and stay strong.
Melissa Martin says:
THANK GOD the family has the means to employ a PR firm to make excuses for entitled white male privileged students, given full reign to exercise their white male privileged dominance, by their impotent white male privileged chaperones. If Nathan Phillips were a priest who said “let’s pray” instead of practicing his culture’s ritual to clear the negative energy between two volatile groups, he wouldn’t have been met by such ignorance & obvious ridicule. But he was. Because of white male privilege. Also known as Kavanaugh 2.0. Parkland kids give us hope for the future but Covington students make us see things may never change at all.
mc piper says:
There is plenty of photographic evidence, even before this incident of what you and your classmates stand for and practice. For instance the basketball team throwing “white power” signs, your classmates in blackface taunting minorities and women. Etc. Your actions speak much more loudly, truthfully and consistently that the PR piece written for you.
Karen Brauer says:
Real video shows that the self discipline of the Covington Catholic kids was much better than most of the adults around them. The media maliciously spreading the lies that now endanger the lives of these students deserve to be sued for libel. The faith leaders and politicians who fell for yet another dose of fake news should immediately retire, as they are too gullible to govern or properly influence others.
Dr Janice says:
To Tom G – The Deranged Republican
I’m wondering if shock treatments would help……No, your too far gone. This will be impossible for you to grasp Tom as there is no question you were born on one of them there mountain tops, raised in a dirt hut and ain’t never got no schoolin. People want to pity you but no one can muster up one ounce of compassion or sympathy because quite frankly Tom you are so ignorant and you hate yourself enough for all of us. The hate is well placed and justified. Naturally all “people” like you are the exact same kind of “people “ who turn every single subject into Trump and God, that’s all you know – but truly you know nothing. A privileged white young man who saw many cell phones out recording his actions, puffed his chest and in the most horrific display
of harassment threatening posture and an insanely idiotic smirk on his vacant head, chose to be a movie star and torment this Dignified beautiful elder Veteran Native American Indian. This is what I saw Tom and the overwhelming of Americans saw. Tom G saw a childlike angel being assaulted by an indigenous person but Nick was able to stand there so proudly and also showing such great restraint and respect wearing his pretty red hat while attending a Catholic right to life protest. Huh Tom. Let’s get as many lawyers as possible as you so articulated from all over the country and maybe you can start a petition to have a bronze statue of Nick in your town square! I am a psychologist and in my 28 years of experience I have never witnessed such delusional hatefilled, unintelligent rhetoric as frightening as yours. You need help, you are crying out for help, unfortunately you will never get help. You will be this sad, sad pathetic person you always have been. God Bless Mr. Nathan Phillips! PS. Tom, you and Nick together do not have as much human integrity as Mr Phillips in both of your baby toe nails put together. SAD
David Bradlee Slatton says:
To Nick Sandmann and all your classmates who were part of the incident.: First of all, I want to apologize to you young people for the fact that you were treated so unfairly by a bunch of “adults” But keep in mind that your President..may God keep and protect him, puts up with stuff like that all the time
Anyway, there are literally millions of us who are mighty proud of the way you young people handled yourselves. Keep the good work up…. God bless you. Sincerely, Mr.& Mrs.David Slatton
Happy in California says:
My daughter has smug face. It’s her idea of trying to stay neutral not realizing how unbalanced people will do and say anything to prove a point including stating she made a specific non moving face with a smile because she was trying to offend. If the kid says he wasn’t trying to offend by his facial expression plus he did nothing else to show aggression? I would believe him.
My daughter at 21 years of age has no idea why when she is trying to stay her calmest while dealing with unique situation, the older adults she is being confronted by go off the deep end, accusing her of all kinds of crazy things. It had made her cry at home since she was a teenager. We have had a dozen conversations that her smug face has triggered the victims of society as they begin screaming scenario’s that translate into ‘poor me society’s victim is being bullied by smug face… ‘. Really? Maybe you, the older adult, need to get ahold of your emotions. I am working with smug face to runaway from crazy as soon as crazy presents itself but some situation don’t allow for a quick exit. Like this one, he would have been labeled as disrespecting a native American elder voicing his opinion.
peace-maker says:
Nick, this is the real world. When you go to a rally you have to declare your intentions which at this point was supposed to be “Right to Life”. It is not supposed to be, according to Catholics, a political statement, but rather a religious statement. Trump supporting MAGA hats was another issue that you were not supposed to be authorized to demonstrate at this rally that had opposing views. We had this problem when an unauthorized rally appeared at the same place earlier this year 2018 presenting opposing views in the same place. We are supposed to learn from history. So if you are going to be part of current events please learn the rules – the adults among you might have advised you not to wear the MAGA hats, which encouraged attacking comments. Also you were blocking this Indigenous American from having a peaceful demonstration with his heartfelt drum music. How would you feel if a kid smirk smiled right in front of you? You were in the wrong place. I wish you could have moved out of his space and not present such a hard “in your face” look at him, but once the deed was done, I truly appreciate your explanation of how this all played out. Then the adults who were there, maybe were supposed to help you out to avoid this whole incident from happening but they were caught up in the situation too.It could be a learning experience; Maybe it could be avoided in the future – but things happen. We can’t control everything , especially crowd control which is potentially very dangerous. You, ultimately, are the person who is responsible for your well being, best to get out of there. Now with these threats- that is another matter. Legal and you must get advice.and get advice about media presence. Get a handle on this immediately and talk to people who will do something. Please do not over-react.;Keep your cool. There are as many opinions as there are people! Wow!
Case in point here, I am writing you publicly, not in a private note. This format affords others to consider what I am saying as well. I wish you and your friends and family all the best. You lived the experience now hopefully more will learn from your difficulties. I believe you will be okay. Maybe you can help others avoid problems like this in the future .Who knows?- Maybe a child who hasn’t been born yet!
Helen Curol says:
I applaud you, Covington HS students. You depended on God, without fighting or disrespecting anyone while you waited on your bus Although you were attacked verbally for your Christianity, your smile to strangers, your hats that you wore, and your race – you did not fight, curse, appear to be any kind of way but respectful while hoping/praying to God to get you out of that disaster. It happened simply because you were there. I encourage all the negative people who have been so rude & disrespectful to you to read Ephesians 6:13: “Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand,” I have faced a few such personal situations in my life where such advice worked for me. You may have more as you mature, but you are being taught how to stand and not run fearful because evil is attacking you.
NKY Proud Parent says:
I love how they left out the part when the boys were cat calling women screaming “MAGA” at them. The tomahawk motions and imitations of Native American chants meant no harm, I guess. And this letter written by the lawyers hired by his parents? Poor me, I did nothing wrong, I’m completely innocent. Sounds like DT in regards to Stormy Daniels. Teaching them young!
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The Tired Logic of the Cycle of Violence
July 22, 2014 by Julia Smucker
The Tired Logic of the Cycle of Violence July 22, 2014 Julia Smucker
I’m not usually a big fan of Nicholas Kristof, but he has written a perceptive New York Times column on the symmetry of the rhetoric on either side of the Israel-Palestine conflict and its latest flare-up. Perceptive, that is, in a way akin to pointing out the emperor’s nakedness: stating the obvious, which is less obvious than it should be.
Here are his counterpoints to three of the “oddly parallel” clichés of the cycle of violence being thrown around yet again.
This is a struggle between good and evil, right and wrong. We can’t relax, can’t compromise, and we had no choice but to act.
On the contrary, this is a war in which both peoples have a considerable amount of right on their sides. The failure to acknowledge the humanity and legitimate interests of people on the other side has led to cross-demonization. That results in a series of military escalations that leave both peoples worse off.
Israelis are absolutely correct that they have a right not to be hit with rockets by Hamas, not to be kidnapped, not to be subjected to terrorist bombings. And Palestinians are absolutely right that they have a right to a state, a right to run businesses and import goods, a right to live in freedom rather than relegated to second-class citizenship in their own land.
Both sides have plenty of good people who just want the best for their children and their communities, and also plenty of myopic zealots who preach hatred. A starting point is to put away the good vs. evil narrative and recognize this as the aching story of two peoples — each with legitimate grievances — colliding with each other.
Without disagreeing with Kristof’s fundamental point here, I would nuance it to say that it is about good and evil, just not in the way we’re tempted to think. That is, it is not a struggle between good and evil people, but between good and evil in people – in thoughts and words, doings and failings. As Solzhenitsyn once said, “The line between good and evil cuts through the heart of every human being.”
The other side understands only force. What else can we do but fight back when we are attacked?
Israeli leaders, starting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, think that the way to protect their citizens is to invade Gaza and blow up tunnels — and, if Gazan civilians and children die, that’s sad but inevitable. And some Gazans think that they’re already in an open-air prison, suffocating under the Israeli embargo, and the only way to achieve change is fire rockets — and if some Israeli children die, that’s too bad, but 100 times as many Palestinian children are dying already.
In fact, we’ve seen this movie before: Israel responded to aggression by invading Lebanon in 1982 and 2006, and Gaza in 2008; each time, hawks cheered. Yet each invasion in retrospect accomplished at best temporary military gains while killing large numbers of innocents; they didn’t solve any problems.
Likewise, Palestinian militancy has accomplished nothing but increasing the misery of the Palestinian people. If Palestinians instead turned more to huge Gandhi-style nonviolence resistance campaigns, the resulting videos would reverberate around the world and Palestine would achieve statehood and freedom.
Some Palestinians understand this and are trying this strategy, but too many define nonviolence to include rock-throwing. No, that doesn’t cut it.
Yes, nonviolence works. We’ve seen it work in the struggle for Indian independence under Gandhi, the U.S. civil rights movement under King, the downfall of Serbian dictator Slobodan Milosevic precipitated largely by student activists, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in post-apartheid South Africa, the silent protests begun by Turkey’s “duran adam“. It remains to be seen how it might work in today’s Middle East, but what it undoubtedly won’t look like is the assumption behind the final point Kristof responds to.
What would you do if your family were in Gaza/Israel, at risk of being killed. You wouldn’t just sit back and sing ‘Kumbaya,’ would you?
If any of us were in southern Israel, frightened sick by rockets being fired by Hamas, we, too, might cheer an invasion of Gaza. And if any of us were in Gaza, strangled by the embargo and losing relatives to Israeli airstrikes, we, too, might cheer the launch of rockets on Tel Aviv. That’s human nature.
That’s why we need to de-escalate, starting with a cease-fire that includes an end to Hamas rocket attacks and a withdrawal from Gaza by Israel. For Israel, this is a chance to use diplomacy to achieve what gunpowder won’t: the marginalization of Hamas. Israel might suggest an internationally supervised election in Gaza with the promise that the return of control to the Palestinian Authority would mean an end to the economic embargo.
Here we have a conflict between right and right that has been hijacked by hard-liners on each side who feed each other. It’s not that they are the same, and what I see isn’t equivalence. Yet there is, in some ways, a painful symmetry — and one element is that each side vigorously denies that there is any symmetry at all.
The false dichotomy between violence and passivity leads to the stereotype of nonviolence as hippy-trippy indifferentism, but true and strategic nonviolence is not hand-holding and ‘Kumbaya’. History has already provided plenty of much more powerful images to replace it with, so when we hear “nonviolence”, let’s think instead of black youth sitting at a diner politely asking to be served, bearing insult and abuse with dignity; a line of Indian ascetics seeing their companions beaten and still moving forward row by row, refusing to either back down or strike back; a lone man and then a crowd standing silent and still in Istanbul’s Taksim Square; Archbishop Romero’s blood mingling with the blood of Christ on the altar. It’s not for me to say what a nonviolent strategy could look like for Israelis and Palestinians, but the fundamental principle remains universally true: it will call for great creativity and great courage, and it will begin when one refuses to hand the other excuses to retaliate.
It is admittedly easy to judge the short-sightedness of a self-feeding conflict in which one does not have a personal stake. Yet the lines Kristof responds to are echoes, not only of both sides of the conflict at hand, but of the rationale for the perpetuation of countless other violent conflicts. The logic of violence is painfully unoriginal, and as long as the cycle continues, no two enemies can avoid sounding much, much more alike than they will ever admit.
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This is an excellent analysis of a very sad situation.
Good post, Julia.
“That’s why we need to de-escalate, starting with a cease-fire that includes an end to Hamas rocket attacks and a withdrawal from Gaza by Israel.”
I’m no expert on the Israel-Gaza situation, but it seems that Israel would be okay with this — and Gaza isn’t — based on Israel’s attempt to abide by Egypt’s cease-fire a few days ago and its statements saying that is open to a cease-fire, contrasted with Hamas’s rejection of the cease-fire.
dismasdolben
So when we hear “nonviolence”, let’s think instead of black youth sitting at a diner politely asking to be served, bearing insult and abuse with dignity; a line of Indian ascetics seeing their companions beaten and still moving forward row by row, refusing to either back down or strike back; a lone man and then a crowd standing silent and still in Istanbul’s Taksim Square; Archbishop Romero’s blood mingling with the blood of Christ on the altar. It’s not for me to say what a nonviolent strategy could look like for Israelis and Palestinians, but the fundamental principle remains universally true…
Julia, one thing I’ve learnt from all of my years of living in the Third World is that very few things are “universally true”—and that most Americans and most Europeans assume that people coming from radically different cultural and religious traditions want “the same things” that Americans and Europeans do; they don’t. The Israelis are absolutely captivated by what I call the “myth of the Holocaust.” By this I do NOT mean what “Holocaust deniers” believe, but that, instead, the majority of Israelis believe that they are, historically, the archetypal “victim” and that almost everybody in the world, given the opportunity, will perpetually victimize them; they believe that only the Zionist State protects them from this fate. I know this to be true, because I’ve had countless discussions with Israeli Jews traveling around the world, and it always comes back to this.
The situation the Palestinians believe themselves to be in corresponds very closely to what the American aboriginal people finally recognized themselves to be in, at the hands of the white settlers from Europe: the Palestinians are “tribal people” for whom the collective survival of their tribe counts more than the survival of any one individual, and it goes far beyond the Muslim teaching of a glorious reward for jihad: they see themselves, their traditions and their culture being extinguished by the Zionist policy of “ethnically cleansing” them from their traditional homelands. This is exactly what happened to the American aboriginals, who insisted that they would NOT simply disappear, and who conducted a struggle for survival so that their historical progeny could at least hold their heads high, as “survivors” of a sort. Talk to any American Indian today, forced by laws and circumstances to live in one of the concentration camps euphemistically termed a “reservation,” and you will find nothing in what they say but pride for their ancestors’ doomed struggle. THAT is what the present-day Palestinians wish to leave to their children—and NOT some Western, Christian “self-respect” for “willingness to compromise.” Sorry, Julia, but neither they nor the Native Americans are “like us.”
For us, and for people like us, I certainly DO believe in non-violent civil disobedience. I’ve lived in India, and I now live in Egypt, and I can tell you, with absolute confidence, that the majority of Indians are more “like us” than are the majority of Egyptians. However, in any case, the Gandhian principle of ahimsa could only work against a morally and intellectually secure people like the British and like the Americans once were; it would not have worked against the Nazis or the Maoists.
I anticipate that your very next objection would be that, of course, the Israeli Jews ARE “just like us” in most ways, so I want to tell you a little story about a visit I once paid to a “hill station” high up in Himmachal Pradesh that is usually filled with young recently-demobilized Israel soldiers. Being a persistent proponent, like you, of a non-violent course of resistance by the Palestinians, I suggested to my Israeli interlocutors—most of who were severely dispirited by the policies they’d been forced to implement and readily admitted that those policies were, ultimately, self-defeating for the Zionist project—that the “winning strategy” for the Palestinian people would be to simply lie down in the streets, to permit the Israelis to fill their jails and prisons with them, and to non-violently resist curfews and barriers, etc. To a man—or a woman—every single one of the young Israeli veterans opined, usually sorrowfully, that the prevailing sentiment of the present-day majority of their countrymen would be to respond to such an “existential threat” to the “Jewish State”—“existential” because it would threaten to replace the “Jewish State” with a pluralist and secular democracy, because of Arab demographics—with encouragement of their government to “shoot them down in the streets.”
Julia Smucker
If nonviolence is seen as such an existential threat, that in itself speaks volumes about its power. And anyone responding to it so brutally would only be exposing their own brutality to the world – which is also part of why nonviolence is so powerful.
Actually, your point about victim status is kind of what I’m talking about. It’s the same kind of cycle we see, albeit on a different scale, in a previously abused person becoming an abuser themselves. I’ve heard the Jewish peace activist Deborah Weissman make the same point about how easily victims can become victimizers.
To make it more personal, you must realize that, coming from Mennonite stock, I know something of the significance of hanging on to “archetypal victim” status.
Since we’re talking about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict here, I’d like to recommend this article as the clearest analysis of the actual situation on the ground. It makes it quite clear that the Israeli incursions into Gaza are disastrous and ultimately self-defeating. And, please note, it’s the sort of thing that absolutely WILL NOT be reproduced in the Mainstream American Media:
http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/interview-with-former-israeli-security-chief-yuval-diskin-a-982094.html
Cojuanco
But if DD is right, then it means that to a large extent, the majority of Israelis don’t give a tinker’s damn about what the rest of the world thinks, as long as Israel remains. Now they don’t even care about what Washington thinks.
Tausign
“…one thing I’ve learnt from all of my years of living in the Third World is that very few things are “universally true”—and that most Americans and most Europeans assume that people coming from radically different cultural and religious traditions want “the same things” that Americans and Europeans do; they don’t.”
DD your observation of the view of others is keen and really are the seeds for a dialogue. Indeed, as I read your analysis I began to have some hope as you begin the process of sorting through the views of warring parties. The question is whether current intractable and intransigent positions are ever reconcilable, and if so, how?
“For us, and for people like us, I certainly DO believe in non-violent civil disobedience.”
If we begin with an assumption of all men created in the image and likeness of God, then we have to assign each a certain dignity regardless of their ‘worldview’. To see a person or people as ‘unlike’ us is to begin in a very weak position for a peacemaker. The question of whether a non-violent approach works immediately in every circumstance is really a pragmatic question and not a moral one. (I will leave aside your assertion that the NAZI’s, et al were beyond hope.) The more important question for the followers of Christ is will they remain faithful to the beatitudes when the horizon is dark and uncertain?
Christ does not turn away from peoples trapped in tragically flawed moral positions (or ideologies), rather he calls all peoples to conversion towards the Kingdom of God. Christians in particular, bear the mantle of peacemaker in their spiritual DNA (if you will). Faith is very demanding.
Not to put too fine a point on it, but to clarify one thing, nonviolence is not necessarily supposed to work “immediately”; it is the diametric opposite of a quick fix and can in fact be very costly in the short run. For example, I heard the point made recently that any dictatorship is undermined when people decide to live as if they already had the freedoms that are denied them, knowing that it may cost their own lives. In many ways a violent and/or repressive regime has more to fear from those who are willing to die than from those who are willing to kill.
Without wanting to underestimate the difficulty, I take it as axiomatic that a nonviolent approach is always, ultimately, better than a violent one, both morally and strategically.
Evidence of what I wrote above:
http://dish.andrewsullivan.com/2014/07/22/for-israel-theres-no-such-thing-as-an-innocent-palestinian/
http://dish.andrewsullivan.com/2014/07/23/quote-for-the-day-392/
The false dichotomy between violence and passivity leads to the stereotype of nonviolence as hippy-trippy indifferentism, but true and strategic nonviolence is not hand-holding and ‘Kumbaya’.
I agree with you completely. I really wish you were a member of my Secular Franciscan fraternity. Here’s an article from the Rule…“Mindful that they are bearers of peace which must be built up unceasingly, they should seek out ways of unity and fraternal harmony through dialogue, trusting in the presence of the divine seed in everyone and in the transforming power of love and pardon.”
Not only dialogue, but actions building peace. Sadly, peoples engaged in war have no respect or vision of the divine image or seed in the other; that ‘faith demand’ gets trampled underfoot. The solution is not hopeless, indeed it is possible if the right ‘powers’ are employed.
The Israeli/Palestinian conflict is NOT a case of “oh, there are always two sides to each story” or “both sides are at fault.” It is simply a case of one side led by a known terrorist organization carrying out terrorist activities against a sovereign state.
Sure, there are good and bad people on both sides of the conflict but the power and blame lies with Hamas. If they don’t initiate the violence, there is no war. Why doesn’t that seem obvious to everyone?
I’m am sad but not shocked that no one on this “Christian” site has taken the time to write about the situation in Mosul. Essentially, followers of that “peace” loving religion/cult are threatening to kill all Christians in that city if they don’t convert or pay a religious tax to ISIS.
I did in fact write about the situation of Iraqi Christians awhile back (see here). And to quote again my Chaldean Catholic friend who inspired that post, “We should educate the fundamentalists, not kill them.” The immense tragedy of that still-worsening situation is all the more reason violent retaliation is not the answer: it would just give ISIS an excuse to label Christians a security threat, and to likewise mock the claim that Christianity is a peace-loving religion.
In any conflict, if either side refuses to retaliate the violence, there is no war. The Israeli/Palestinian conflict goes way too far back to clearly pinpoint initiation. That is why your sentiment doesn’t seem obvious to everyone.
There is no justice for the Palestinian people in the lands that the Israelis have dispossessed them of, and so long as there is no justice, there will be war. One of the things Western people do not understand about Islam is that the Koran prioritizes “justice” over “peace.” Islam is an “eye for an eye” religion, just as ancient Judaism was, and the prophet Muhammed (PBUH) meant it to be such. He believed that “Isa” (Jesus) failed as a prophet precisely because He was unwilling to prioritize the “justice” of Allah (G_d) over His mercy.
Chris Sullivan
This is a good post Julia and an important emphasis on non-violence, which is certainly the way forward.
It’s important to also keep in mind, as the Catholic Bishops of the Holy Land and the United States have recently pointed out, the serious injustices suffered by the Palestinian people, which are fueling this ongoing crisis and whose resolution will be essential to a lasting peace. As JPII put it: “If you want peace, work for justice”.
I watched Simon Schama’s The Story of the Jews and in it, he talked about how Zionism has changed over the past 50 years since the end of the Six Day War. Before then, Zionism was a more secular movement, a belief that Jews needed a homeland because of the high level of anti-Semitism in the world. (A couple of years ago a customer at my former bank told us that the Rothschilds controlled most of the world’s wealth and even had the power to make it rain. He was wearing a Sacred Heart of Jesus cap.) After the Six Day War and the capture of Jerusalem, Zionism changed and became far more religious. It was less about maintaining a Jewish homeland and more about recapturing the Biblical homeland reconquering all of the land that the Jews once occupied according to the Bible.
At the same time, the Jewish imagination is paranoia confirmed by history.
Agellius
It seems to me that non-violence is not of universal applicability. It can only work in cases where the targeted culture is already sympathetic to the thing demanded, and already has an abhorrence of violence against the defenseless.
brian martin
I would agree with this. In talking to people I know from Iraq, their statement is in a culture of violence against the innocent, violence toward the innocent is not an aberration, it is not abhorrent, it is a part of daily life. Culturally, (and they tell me this is culturally and not part of their Islamic teaching) if you back down, or do not fight when pushed, it is expected that people will take advantage of you. As far as the Israel/Palestinian situation, you cannot not factor in the fact that the surrounding Arab countries..instead of assimilating refugees even marginally, keep them in camps, and then fuel the anger toward Israel, and pay families of suicide bombers. And Israel seems to be gripped with the belief that the Holocaust not only could happen again, but is likely to happen again. In their fear, they do some of the same things to Palestinians, as was done to them historically.
I suspect that on the street, the ordinary people, if left to their own interactions, would find a way to peaceably co-exist.
I also have to say that the UN has no credibility in this matter when they keep finding Hamas rockets in UN schools.
Culturally … if you back down, or do not fight when pushed, it is expected that people will take advantage of you.
That’s something “we” and “they” have in common if anything is. All the more reason gospel-informed, and thus nonviolent and countercultural, forms of resistance are sorely needed everywhere.
That is my suspicion too. The impression that somehow filters in through the news reports (and the occasional first or second-hand reports) is that many people are just trying to go about their lives and the violent factions are just making their lives miserable. How anyone can believe they are carrying out the will of God by doing that is frankly beyond my comprehension.
I have also had a growing suspicion for the past several years that the vast majority of human sin is rooted in fear.
Yes, I do, too. At the bottom, there is the fear of death, but this fear is magnified by the claims of the various Abrahamic religions to “own” the afterlife. The claim to be ONLY path to some kind of “afterlife” is actually a THREAT that exacerbates the fear of death.
One of my clients from Iraq brought in pictures of his wedding. He is Shia, his wife Sunni, his best man was Catholic. He talked about how they all lived in the same area, how their Catholic friends would come join them for their Eid feast following Ramadan, and how they would join their Christian friends for Christmas meals. He talked about attending Mass with his friend.
This is a heartbreaking reinforcement of the impression of the general population trying to live under violent extremism, and of nonviolent resistance by people reaching their limit (this time in northern Iraq, which has already been brought into this discussion).
http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/middle_east/in-iraqs-mosul-radicals-unleash-their-vision/2014/07/28/621544b0-167e-11e4-88f7-96ed767bb747_story.html?wprss=rss_story-onfaith-blog1
Kyrie eleison. Lord, have mercy.
Several commenters have made remarks similar to this one from above…It seems to me that non-violence is not of universal applicability. It can only work in cases where the targeted culture is already sympathetic to the thing demanded, and already has an abhorrence of violence against the defenseless.
Two responses come to mind in considering this stance.
First of all, non-violence is not the fullness of love – which is the true force of change and reconciliation – but it is ‘a sister to love’. an attribute of love. Love is patient, kind…love bears all things (1 Corinthians 13). Christ called for his followers to ‘love enemies’ in contradiction of the common practice of loving friends and hating enemies (Matt 5:43-48).
Secondly – and I think this is more important in the context of the present post – the excuses for violence (which is the result of rejecting love and non-violence) are in themselves displays of ‘self-justification’. Justification is related to ‘justice’ which in the biblical sense means living in ‘right relationship with God and neighbor’. Jesus was very concerned about people (or peoples) justifying themselves, their actions and behaviors, rather than truly living the justice which was the heart of the Kingdom of God. (Lk. 10:25-37)(Lk. 16:15)
Notwithstanding the immense tragedy of people trapped in the ruthless cycle of violence…if any follower of Christ truly regards some cultures or persons as beyond hope and transformation, then I would regard such Christians as useless as ‘salt that has lost its flavor’ or ‘candles covered over with a basket’. Peace and good.
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Home > Office > Microsoft: ‘ODF Has Clearly Won’
Microsoft: ‘ODF Has Clearly Won’
Submitted by Rahul 2008-06-19 Office 44 Comments
The battle between the OpenDocument Format and Microsoft’s Open Office XML was long, and here and there rather nasty, but it appears as if we finally have a winner. The company behind OOXML already conceded by announcing it would implement support for ODF in Office 2007 SP2, but now it has also said it quite literally: ODF has won.Microsoft’s national technology officer, Stuart McKee, speaking at a panel at the Red Hat Summit in Boston, said:
ODF has clearly won. We sell software for a living. The ability to implement ODF in the middle of our ship cycle was just not possible. We couldn’t do that during the release of Office 2007. We’re looking forward and committed to doing more than [ODF-to-OOXML] translators.
This is one of the first times that dominant player Microsoft has been unable to impose its standard upon the rest of the industry, and that can be seen as a major victory for competition. As Sun’s Douglas Johnson said: “The office-suite market has been ruled by one dominant player after another, but those markets were never governed by good open standards practices. What has happened is that this dominant-player market has actually been upset and opened to competition that didn’t exist before.”
Microsoft will deliver ODF support with the second service pack for Office 2007, scheduled for the first half of 2009.
flanque
Yeah, well it’s up to implementation really.
Microsoft can say they support anything, but if it’s not fully and standards compliant implemented, the value of it’s inclusion is deminished.
Something about proof and puddings comes to mind.. hmm, I’m hungry.
Edit: Fixed a spelling error.
If they implement ODF, but slightly off spec or with *cough*mistakes*cough*, then you would have ODF and MSODF.
You won’t see Microsoft concede to release their grip on your data. Only when a significant number (say 10 percent) actually care if they can open their archived documents easily in 10 years and/or without paying money for the latest (possibly only available) version of MS Office will real standard implementation be dominant in the market. Which will make the data inter-operable, increasing competition, which will be beneficial to everyone – except Microsoft.
That is exactly why Microsoft has not, and will not concede. They will eventually lose, but you will not see them give up. If they did they would likely be facing shareholders in court.
When what is best for a corporation is not best for society or best for the advancement of the market that that the corporation operates in – the corporation is bound by law to maximize profit, even if that means stymieing advancement, even to such extremes as using all their power to actively damage their current markets if they believe will result in larger quarterly earnings.
lemur2
Exactly. If they implement ODF, but slightly off spec or with *cough*mistakes*cough*, then you would have ODF and MSODF. You won’t see Microsoft concede to release their grip on your data. Only when a significant number (say 10 percent) actually care if they can open their archived documents easily in 10 years and/or without paying money for the latest (possibly only available) version of MS Office will real standard implementation be dominant in the market. Which will make the data inter-operable, increasing competition, which will be beneficial to everyone – except Microsoft. That is exactly why Microsoft has not, and will not concede. They will eventually lose, but you will not see them give up. If they did they would likely be facing shareholders in court. When what is best for a corporation is not best for society or best for the advancement of the market that that the corporation operates in – the corporation is bound by law to maximize profit, even if that means stymieing advancement, even to such extremes as using all their power to actively damage their current markets if they believe will result in larger quarterly earnings.
As soon as Microsoft released a MSOffice product which claimed to support ODF, and use it as the default format, with a view to allowing governments to purchase MSOffice because it had support for standards, then the first thing that would happen if the MSOffice would be subjected to a complaince test.
http://wiki.oasis-open.org/office/OpenDocument_Compliance_Testing
Imagine that … a test to see if a given program complies with a standard or not.
This is so foreign to “Microsoft think” that most Microsoft supporters would probably not even realise that such a possibility existed.
If Microsoft claim that certain features of an Office suite are not supported by ODF … but other Office suites which did use ODF did support that feature … then in that way also is Microsoft’s claim demonstrated to be false. It is just that Microsoft haven’t bothered to implement it.
Anyway … if MSODF did not pass the compliance tests, or did not include some features that other ODF Office suites did support, then what you would have is an Office suite from Microsoft that implemented file saving poorly, and several alternatives that cost a lot less which implemented it correctly …
Any fair tendering process for a government purchase would either reject non-compliant MSOffice with MSODF, or if it didn’t such a decision would be trivially easy to appeal …
The only way for MS to compete in this arena is to implement ODF correctly.
melkor
Quote: “Any fair tendering process for a government purchase would either reject non-compliant MSOffice with MSODF, or if it didn’t such a decision would be trivially easy to appeal …”
And you believe in the tooth fairy and santa claus don’t you? Trivially easy to appeal? If that was the case, Microsoft should never have been able to hijack the recent ISO process for OOXML approval as an ISO standard. But – they did. Money talks. Shall I remind you of the Massachusetts debacle? I didn’t see anyone appealing the decision to out the IT guy there, or kill off ODF and replace it with OOXML.
I agree that it *should* be an easy thing to appeal [and win], but what happens in fantasy, and real life are generally quite often opposites.
Almindor
Sorry but no. M.$ is still the monopoly when it comes to office suites (at least market share wise) and that means that THEIR format will dictate what will be used.
What M.$ did was very wise from their perspective. They seem to be cooperating, and the governments will have no reason to switch to non M.$ office suites now (price not withstanding, this is irrelevant to governments, because the people who decide what to buy are in 99% corrupt, they get a slice of the price).
What this means is that from now on, Office XXX will be used in governments with “but they support ODF” excuse, but the ODF they support will not be the ODF we support.
Simple as that, and pretty damn smart. You have to give them credit for these things, no other company even comes close to their evil geniality(tm)(R)(c).
Sorry, but no.
Microsoft’s opportunity to scuttle ODF was to join in the OASIS committee right at the start when they were invited to. The could have then sabotaged any harmony of purpose right from the start, and made their own implementation concurrently with others (such as OpenOffice and KOffice) … and made their implementation in such a way as to exploit any ambiguities and make sure that interoperability did not work.
Then Microsoft could have simply abandoned the format, or let it stagnate … citing as a reason that the format did not work when it came to interoperability and it was not as powerful as OOXML anyway.
Microsoft’s problem right now is that, despite their saying that ODF is not capable enough to be an Office file format, they are very short of being able to cite features which it does not support. If Microsoft now try to claim that ODF does not support interoperability … there are a number of Office suites including OpenOffice and KOffice that give the lie to that claim too.
Any attempt extend & extinguish (they have done the embrace now) of ODF will be easily seen as sabotage.
ODF is shown to be an open, freely implementable, interoperable and capable format. Despite constantly trying, Microsoft have not been able to stop it so far, and I think their chance to do so has passed.
I think Microsoft might have painted themselves into a corner, and they could well be left with no choice but to implement ODF properly.
You didn’t get it. It’s not about sabotaging ODF itself, it’s about piggy-bagging Office into governments (or letting it stay would probably be more fitting) without really sacrificing the lock-in.
M.$ will provide some non-compliant ala-ODF format to it’s office suite and that’ll be enough for the government ****-heads to give it the stamp.
It’s not about ODF itself.
You didn’t get it.
It would actually be easier, probably far more effective, and cause far less trouble anti-trust-wise, and in the end serve exactly the same purpose, for Microsoft to make a compliant ODF format.
How would that hurt them?
Microsoft -> non-compliant ODF … governments can still mandate a standards-compliant ODF product be purchased.
Microsoft -> compliant ODF … cuts off the commercial air-supply of competing open Office suites for businesses … there is suddenly no compelling reason for governments to get OpenOffice and Microsoft can resume making rumbles in the background about “open source software violates our patents” (but never actually showing where) without risking further trouble and fines with anti-trust committees any more.
But why would they release the lock-in? That doesn’t make sense to me. If I were at the decision table of M.$ I’d most certainly do anything to keep Office in the government BUT also keep the lock-in as much as possible.
IMHO making a “not-so-compliant” ODF capable Office possibly with “neutral” stamp-giver (yes it’s compliant, we say so) would be the best solution.
You must understand that 99% of government officials who do the choice are morons. They get a paper saying “must be ODF compliant” and they look at it, ask the person who’s trying to sell them the solution, get a “yes and here’s 1000$ for your trouble” and we’re done. Nobody can get blamed, not easily anyhow.
Of course people can get blamed … considering that it is easy enough to test compliance.
If I were a Sun person, and I had tendered StarOffice, or if I were an IBM person, and I had tendered Lotus Symphony, or if I were Corel, and I had tendered WordPerfect, and a clerk had awarded the contract to Microsoft Office and it didn’t actually comply with the openDocument standard … you can bet i would protest long and loud and kick up an almighty stink.
If I were the clerk, and I had given a high-profile government contract to Microsoft and I hadn’t even bothered to check compliance of their offer when an easy test was readily available to me and lawsuits were threatening over it all … I would be quite concerned for my job.
As I said … the easiest thing for Microsoft would be to actually comply with OpenDocument … then things would be more or less status quo except that no-one (including EU commissions) would any longer have a legitimate anti-trust beef with Microsoft.
Even FSF weirdos could not complain … and since there would be no longer any real impediment to people running free software … they would probably be glad of it all anyway.
Ringheims Auto
Yeah…we all know how it went when they should implement HTML.
PJBonoVox
You missed a spelling mistake.
Haha, fanks.
Dryhte
I’d like to see it… It would be really great if they incorporated ODF into all of their office products. Imagine being able to just edit your work documents (created in MS Office) at home on your linux box, while still being able to open them at work without the formatting being messed up…
Wishful thinking, maybe…
l3v1
Bring me that day, and I’ll promise, finally I’ll buy something from Microsoft Probably a game, but still, I’ve never bought any software directly from them (well, I have through preinstalled stuff, and trough companies I worked at, but you get the point), but I promise I will, if this would ever happen
Its, about time… and with all the greif there are getting from the EU, and now possibly China. and many Goverments are starting to say they want ODF and PDF formats used. it was only a matter of time before this happened.
-Nex6
segedunum
“ODF has clearly won,” said Stuart McKee, referring to Microsoft’s recent announcement that it would begin natively supporting ODF in Office next year and join the technical committee overseeing the next version of the format.
Like I’ve said before, talk is all fire and motion, and like I’ve said before, the proof of the pudding is in the eating. I can’t see any Office features that Microsoft is committed to supporting and contributing to ODF, other than the level of functionality of RTF. Yes, we’ve had all this before with RTF.
Panelist Douglas Johnson, an official involved with corporate standards at Sun Microsystems….They are starting to move to a business model that doesn’t rely on keeping their document formats as a lock-in vector,” he said.
What is that based on? Keeping a market that you have already cornered is all about formats as lock-in, and this has been played out during the eighties and nineties.
…but it is doubtful that it and OOXML will ever merge, according to McKee. “I don’t think we’re going to see a situation where we have single unifying standards,” he said.
I thought ODF had won? 😉
That’s because formats for one general purpose can have variations for different needs, such as the JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) standard, commonly used for lighter-weight images, and the TIFF (Tag Image File Format) specification, often employed for high-resolution files, he said.
Ahhhhh, and there we have it. Nothing has changed, and isn’t going to change. Nothing to see here, move along.
I am not so sure,
On one hand your probly right. on the other, native support for ooXML ISO version will not appear until
the next version of office while native support for ODF
ISO version will appear in office 2007 sp2.
we dont even have an alpha on the table yet for the next office version so its at least 3 years away. and thats saying nothing goes wrong at ISO with all the appeals.
and, more and more Gov’s are stgart to “back” ODF and PDF. what we have now is a standards war just like with the blue ray vs hddvd…
more and more ODF, is looking like its gaining traction.. but in the end who knows…
my bet would be for ODF.
Why? Has the last twenty-five years of such software not been enough to convince you?
There are those of us just about old enough to remember Office’s support for RDF. I am so non-plussed by this covering of old ground it isn’t even funny. We’ll see what complete support future Office versions have for ODF, but past history dictates that you’ll have someone create a document in Office, try to save it in ODF and there will be an absolute torrent of warnings about loss of formatting and/or loss of functionality and such a document for the receiver will appear nothing like what the sender intended. Worse, ODF documents produced with other software will be washed through that cycle.
Put simply, Microsoft are going to sit back and implement ODF as-is, they will contribute no features of Office to the format whatsoever and simply throw their arms up in the air when users have formatting issues. When people are forced into saving in OOXML to preserve their formatting and functionality, Microsoft will say “See? That’s what users have picked and the market has chosen”.
Predictable as hell.
we dont even have an alpha on the table yet for the next office version so its at least 3 years away.
I am also, long in the tooth…
and have dealth withsome of the same issues over and over and over again. hell…
I am going thru it now, with some users using there own copys of office 2007 and saving stuff in ooxml and then sending it to the rest of the enterpise and wondering why no one can open it.
I am *hoping* things will be different this time, we can hope can’t we?
besides, many people and goverments want ODF, and if microsoft gives them a half assed support for it they wont use it and will instead use OO.o, Iwork, abiword etc which does have good and correct support.
Microsoft, does not really have much choice, this time. thats the beauty of it.
We’ll see what complete support future Office versions have for ODF, but past history dictates that you’ll have someone create a document in Office, try to save it in ODF and there will be an absolute torrent of warnings about loss of formatting and/or loss of functionality and such a document for the receiver will appear nothing like what the sender intended. Worse, ODF documents produced with other software will be washed through that cycle.
Once again what this would mean is the MSOffice implemented ODF very poorly, and there would be several much cheaper Office suites available which implemented it far better.
Any governement wishing to purchase software via an open tender process (which is normally mandated) would have to reject MSOffice if it did such a poor job of saving to and loading ODF.
Any purchase decision via open tender which did choose the more expensive MSOffice (which also had demonstrable flaws) would very easily be able to be challenged.
another by the book execution of embrace, extend, extinguish in the making?
Haematobium
In the end. it’s the user that won. 🙂
eantoranz
It reminds me of that video from the 80s when BG says “Apple IS the architecture for MS to develop” or something like that. I just don’t buy it.
AndrewDubya
This sounds kind of cool. I can imagine a variety of angles:
1. Microsoft is doing this because they want to provide a useful, open standard and it’s the right thing to do.
2. This might make the EU look at MS in a better light.
3. MS believes that Office software is opening up, and they have no choice but to do it or their product will be worthless some day.
4. As long as they use another format by default, they don’t actually care too much. Maybe they don’t plan on putting much effort in to supporting the format correctly anyway.
Some are *ahem* more likely than others … Of course, it’s probably a combination of some of the above and a million things I’d never even consider 😉 I think MS looked pretty slimy with the ISO standards process so I’m glad to see them backing down on OOXML.
optimusg4
Does this mean that us Mac users will see this also in a future update of Office 2008, or will we have to wait until Office 2011 like we have to for VB script?
Also, I’m wondering if Apple will implement this for future iWork releases.
BluenoseJake
will support ODF perfectly. Why? They’ll just incorporate OSS code in Office. They’ll make it so it doesn’t open up Office proper, but I bet they won’t write a single line of code…
PlatformAgnostic
Microsoft has a real aversion to taking in extant OSS code (except under a separate license from the authors), so that’s unlikely.
Look, MS isn’t going to stop supporting OOXML. It’s also not going to stop supporting its binary doc formats. So, really, who “won” here? It’s MS. They get to claim they are supporting open standards, and they take away the one club that OSS opponents were beating it with. And here’s the rub: ODF won’t be able to round-trip all Office content (eg. controls, embedded content) without some modification to the standard so, in all probability, MS will put up some kind of message that says “Saving in this formay may result in loss of some content, blah, blah, blah…” When users see that, they’re going to be hesitant to use ODF and risk losing some of their data. And, if it does result in loss of fidelity, users are going to be seriously pissed. So, really, who won here?
sbergman27
So, really, who won here?
I would say that the battle is far from over. Microsoft would like us, and the EC in particular, to think that they have capitulated. I seriously doubt that they have. As others have indicated, it really hinges upon the quality of their support of ODF.
I remain cautiously optimistic because that seems the most constructive stance to take. But I’ve been in this game too long to be naive.
I’m not sure that a lot of speculation is particularly helpful at this point. We must watch and wait to see what actually happens. Frustrating, yes. But sometimes that is the only reasonable thing to do.
That’s a good question… I don’t have the full context of the quote from the article, but I have a strong feeling that it’s only half of the quote. The Microsoft perspective seems to long have been that no one loses if both formats are out there and supported. It could be said that “ODF has one” and “so has OpenXML.” There will be some features in Office that will not be representable directly in the current ODF (extension mechanisms aren’t a really good way to ensure interoperability). We’ll see how the committee works to remedy this situation.
MamiyaOtaru
I too am leery about embrace and extend. But I’d love to see them implement ODF correctly, and the lessening of lockin that would accompany them doing so. So why would they? Among other possible reasons, picture the marketing coup should they be able to implement it better than OOo.
If they had a good ODF implementation and still had that accessibility stuff they are supposed to be better at (I wouldn’t know) I can see that being a good marketing point. Whatever the possibility of that, as long as MS thinks they could do it, that could be a strong motivation for them.
And that would be awesome. Office suites competing on features, and on being the best at implementing standards? That would be great. So would winning the lottery. I’ll be keeping a skeptical eye open but I am excited to see how it plays out. So someone remind me where WordPerfect is sitting on the ODF issue?
casuto
this news is pure FUD
bolomkxxviii
I have no doubt that Microsoft will not fully comply with the ODF standard. My doubt is why they will not comply. Will it be because they do not wish to, or they are not capable of compliance.
It is easy enough to test compliance.
Microsoft could make a stab at ODF, test it against the test suite, note where it was wrong, and work on that bit and try again. Eventually, in a “room full of monkeys with typewriters fashion” Microsoft might hit upon a working solution.
… joking.
Seriously, OpenDocument is not obscured. It is meant to be implementable … and indeed to be implemented. There are three or four open source reference implementations.
In addition, when Massachusetts were first talking about OpenDocument, they unofficially asked some Microsoft engineers “how difficult to implement ODF in MS Office?” and they got an unofficial reply … not that hard, a couple of months tops.
sappyvcv
I would like to point out to those of you saying Microsoft won’t implement full compliance: NO application has full compliance/support for ODF. Not a single one.
http://www.opendocumentfellowship.com/applications
Yes, that is correct … the ODF format has more power & flexibility than any current application implements. However, if MS Office can achieve 4 stars like many other suites can, meaning “Works well even on complex documents” … everyone will benefit.
BTW: so much for those Microsoft fans who tried to claim during the “great format debates” that OpenDocument was “just OpenOffice.org’s format”.
Yes, they should certainly shoot for 4 stars.
Though how automated are the tests? Is it possible for biases to come into play when evaluating? Because if it is, you know it will happen.
TBPrince
Where did Microsoft state that “ODF has clearly won” ? Am I missing something?
linuxdude
Lot of countries are not buying the MS office expensive vapourware. If ODF becomes a mandate standard, how can MS compete, since OOo is *the* software that follows that standard and its free. It will take a few years, the teh change has already happened. MS will never be able to compete with OOo in government (just on the basis of cost). btw a lot of people will fight to death if MS Office gets awarded a government contract
BallmerKnowsBest
btw a lot of people will fight to death if MS Office gets awarded a government contract
One can only hope…
This seems like a bit of a problem… it’s just software, why fight to the death? It sounds like you’re advocating zealotry rather than superior software.
atleast today there is some decent choice, before few years there was non. microsoft main worry is that if a large no of people start using open office, its ms boltware office will loose the market share dominance and leadership. they will become just another company….
hylas
OpenDocument Format:
The OpenDocument format (ODF) is a free and open file format for electronic office documents, such as spreadsheets, charts, presentationsand word processing documents. While the specifications were originally developed by Sun, the standard was developed by the Open Office XML technical committee …
One objective of open formats like OpenDocument is to guarantee long-term access to data without legal or technical barriers, and some governments have come to view open formats as a public policy issue. OpenDocument is intended to be an alternative to proprietary formats.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OpenDocument
Microsoft Office 2007 to Support ODF – But Not OOXML:
http://tech.slashdot.org/tech/08/05/21/1818237.shtml?tid=109
“When will the ODF feature be available? We don’t know. I’ve heard through the grapevine that we might be looking at 6 – 9 months. A formal planned ship date would obviously be useful to receive. [Update: The press release posted later in the day to the Microsoft Web site (reproduced in full below) states that Service Pack 2 (SP2), which will include support of the additiona formats, is “scheduled for the first half of 2009.”] ”
Microsoft Spokesman Says ODF “Clearly Won” Standard War:
http://tech.slashdot.org/tech/08/06/20/137216.shtml
SUN ODF Plugin:
Sun ODF Plugin 1.2 for Microsoft Office for Windows:
http://www.sun.com/software/star/odf_plugin/index.jsp
http://www.sun.com/software/star/odf_plugin/specs.jsp
http://why.openoffice.org/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_document_markup_languages#Offi…
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SCARCE also recycles crayons on site as part of their Super Crayon project. Staff members collect used or broken crayons and volunteers help peel, sort, and melt the crayons. The liquid crayon mixture is poured into molds to form large Super Crayons in a variety of shapes which can be used by children with special needs.
In addition to these programs, McKeen and SCARCE staff members still teach in schools and in the community about composting; hold Lunch Room Waste Audits; and offer graduate credit classes for teachers such as "Where is Away" on trash and the problems, concerns, and solutions that surround the “stuff” we make, buy, and send to landfill.
As part of their ongoing environmental education, SCARCE starts campaigns such as #PickUp5 to help community members take easy steps toward a cleaner environment. The Pick Up 5 campaign challenges everyone everywhere to pick up five pieces of plastic pollution or "litter" every time they're out on a walk or at the park, or wherever they see plastic pollution, and post a photo on social media.
It's all part of the mission McKeen initiated 27 years ago: To inspire people, through education, to preserve and care for our Earth’s natural resources, while working to build sustainable communities.
Visit the Plastic Pollution Coalition table at the SCARCE Green Fair on Saturday, Sept. 30 in Wheaton, IL.
Get more educational resources and curriculum on plastic pollution.
Take the pledge to refuse single-use plastic.
Join our global Coalition.
Tagged: scarce, Plastic-Free Schools, book rescue, Plastic-Free Living, zero waste
Back to School With Plastic-Free Lunches
There are plenty of ways to send kids back to school plastic-free; some tips from the Kokua Hawai'i Foundation.
Tagged: Plastic-Free Schools
UC Santa Barbara Becomes Plastic-Free Campus
UC Santa Barbara, home of one of the oldest environmental studies programs in the nation, has joined forces with schools in Peru, Colombia, Japan, South Australia, and Spain that have made a commitment to reducing their plastic footprints.
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Re: Jeremy Corbyn
by ferdy0 » 27 Jun 2017, 11:09
StarWatcher009 wrote: Anti-semitism is a terrible reason to not vote Cornyn. As is all the stuff about past relations with the IRA. It should come down to policy. Myself, I disagree on many of his economic policies, which is why I wouldn't vote for him.
not supporting a person who is "friends with hamas" I couldnt trust him at all sorry.
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by StarWatcher009 » 27 Jun 2017, 20:42
ferdy0 wrote:
So instead you trust the person who only ever listens to two people; flip flops on everything and runs through fields of wheat.
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by joe92 » 28 Jun 2017, 20:13
You realise that whole friends with hamas thing is because Corbyn wants to bring about a diplomatic solution to the Israel/Palestine crisis? It was his same attitude to the IRA in Northern Ireland and he played a key role in bringing both parties to the negotiating table. He's a lifelong pacifist, is the furthest thing from an anti-Semite, and to the contrary seems unable to point fault at any religion (something I particularly disagree with him on since they all have huge faults). At least you could give credible arguments like StarWatcher who disagrees with Labours economic policy.
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Who said anything about me trusting her?
joe92 wrote:
Have you seen the terror tunnels?
They have recently found some under UN buildings http://www.jta.org/2017/06/11/news-opinion/israel-middle-east/terror-tunnel-discovered-under-un-schools-in-gaza. I am all for peace in the middle east. Tell me are you against ISIS or terrorists? how is hamas differant?
PS: didnt check the news report got my details elsewhere.
ferdy0 wrote: Have you seen the terror tunnels?
Yes I am against Hamas, ISIS, and any other organisation which seeks to inflict terror on innocents and destabilise the world. I think Hamas are an evil, despicable group of brainwashed idiots. I think the Israeli government under Netanyahu are not much better. I don't see how an Israeli killed by Hamas is more important than a Palestinian killed by the IDF.
I won't pretend to understand all the sheer complexities of the conflict, but on this topic, I think that Corbyn is best leader for this country in terms of helping bring about peace in the Middle East. He is already standing up to Trump, he has publicly stated that the UK should not sell arms to the Saudi's, and he is the only leader who I have confidence will have the balls to tell Israel when they are in the wrong. For let's not pretend they are never in the wrong.
I don't for one second think he's going to channel a load of guns to Hamas and do everything he can to destabilise Israel's position in the world - he's publicly stated that he thinks Israel has a right to exist, as does Palestine. Not only would that be completely bonkers, but if he did he wouldn't have the resources to achieve any of Labour's other goals - such as saving the NHS, investing in all the public services (did you see the Conservatives cheer after voting against fair pay for nurses, fireman, police etc. yesterday?), making higher education free, re-nationalising the railways and all the other noble goals. If you've ever seen him speak, ever seen his voting record, ever read up on his opinions you'd realise that he's far more passionate about fixing this country than fucking up others. Excuse my French.
by Bromley86 » 29 Jun 2017, 13:36
joe92 wrote: I think Hamas are an evil, despicable group of brainwashed idiots. I think the Israeli government under Netanyahu are not much better. I don't see how an Israeli killed by Hamas is more important than a Palestinian killed by the IDF.
The difference, to me, is in intent. Generally speaking, IDF members are no focused on killing Palestinians. Hamas, even allowing for the recent change in their charter, are really keen on killing Israelis. The Israelis do not teach their children to hate Palestinians, the Palestinians do teach their children to hate Israelis.
Fair enough, that's their call. But it's inexcusable that European money artificially props up this system, allowing it to continue.
Corbyn would be an absolute disaster for the Middle East, assuming Britain still has relevance there. One only has to look at the results of the Arab Spring to see just what happens to good intentions when they butt up against reality in the Middle East. Would you ever have thought that Hafez al-Assad would be someone you'd wish was in charge or Syria 8 years ago? He killed 20,000 in Homs, but there was no civil war. His son did not, as well as having to deal with less political cover and the effects of social media, and look at where we are now. Presumably Bassel would have done better?
Regarding Trump, he may be the biggest tit to have ever held US office (not my position, but a popular one). However, as a country currently facing a massive amount of uncertainty, not helped by recent events (May!), Britain should be sucking it up and making the most of it. If Trump has fond ancestral memories of Britain, then it's red carpets, state banquets, and a pair of Purdeys. Oh, and please may we have a good trade deal? Instead, you've let France steal the march. Poor show, Britain, poor show.
(Incidentally, the same applies to arms sales. Like it or not, Britain make guns. Arabs like guns. So sell them the guns, or you'll just push them further into the Russian/Chinese sphere.)
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Bromley, you've stated something as fact which is not only unverifiable but from my interactions with the world is wrong.
Bromley86 wrote: The Israelis do not teach their children to hate Palestinians, the Palestinians do teach their children to hate Israelis.
If you can provide the independent sources which prove the statistical analysis to back up this wild claim I'll back down. I can say that because I know you won't find a single source. From my experience I have found that Palestinian's do not hate Israeli's more than Israeli's hate Palestinian's. Both sides are pretty equal in that. Palestinian's do hate the Israeli government though (note the difference between government and people), but who could blame them given the years of apartheid?
On the topic of targeting. Hamas can fairly be compared to the IRA. They are a terrorist organisation fighting for in their minds nationalistic reasons. It can be said that Hamas do want to kill Israeli's. However, for every failed or successful Hamas attack, there are just as many stories of IDF soldiers killing innocent Palestinian's, and often celebrating. While one is a terrorist organisation born out of many decades of economic strife and apartheid, the other is the military arm of a state which has a moral obligation to take the upper ground and exercise restraint.
Corbyn would be an absolute god send for the middle east. A politician who wants peace, rather than to profit from war. How much influence and success he would have is a matter in it's own right, but at last having a leader of one of the richest countries in the world striving for peace in the middle east would be a positive change.
The Arab spring. Interesting you would use that as an argument against Corbyn considering he voted against arming rebels in Syria and voted for a no-fly zone in Libya. You can view his voting record if you like. If he had been in power for the past 7 years the world might be a very different place now.
by Antigonos » 29 Jun 2017, 17:53
joe92 wrote: Bromley, you've stated something as fact which is not only unverifiable but from my interactions with the world is wrong.
No surprise but I agree with everything that Joe92 has posted.
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by Bromley86 » 01 Jul 2017, 14:08
Oh, good god, my connection dies just as I posted. So please forgive any mistakes on this second attempt!
It's not unverifiable, but it may be wrong.
Regarding textbooks, 49% of Israeli textbooks were negative, compared to 84% of Palestinian ones. As you'd expect, the hard-line, Orthodox Jews, were far more hateful than the average, but at 73% they still couldn't muster the hate that the standard Palestinian texts had. Of course, what is a childish mind without a teacher? I've no direct knowledge of what the Israeli or Palestinian teachers are like. This chap, who as a Gazan is entirely qualified to express an opinion on Palestinian ones, doesn't think highly of them (he doesn't think highly of Israeli ones either, but he couldn't know that from direct experience).
Also, apartheid? Try being a Jew in the Occupied Territories. How does that compare to being an Arab in Israeli proper?
On the topic of targeting. Hamas can fairly be compared to the IRA. They are a terrorist organisation fighting for in their minds nationalistic reasons. It can be said that Hamas do want to kill Israeli's.
Duh! Oh, but didn't they change their charter, so it's all okay now?
Are you suggesting that previous PMs (and Presidents), with the possible exception of Bush Jr, have been pro-conflict in the Middle East? They sell arms to the ruling parties, not to factions, and they'd all have liked the pre-2011 status quo to have remained. If he does nothing, he's an irrelevance, so I assume you'd be hoping for a BDS movement? That's not the same as taking a neutral stance.
Certainly, it sucks to be a Jew in Labour at the moment.
You mean he voted against the Libya no-fly zone, but your point is well made. Certainly, that should endear him to me, as (a) clearly getting involved in Syria would be stupid, unless you were going all-in, and (b) Libya would be a better place for Europe, and I suspect Libya, if Qaddafi was still in power.
However, I believe he was also against attacking IS. That's really the key point. Whether or not the various incursions were sensible, attacking IS is. Libya, I can see both sides. Syria, a little less so. A murderous regime that hates everyone, them I'm happy to see helped to martyrdom.
EDIT: Removed overly argumentative point.
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Cities: Skylines - PlayStation®4 Edition
Cities: Skylines is an award-winning management game now for PS4 with all of its robust city-simulation gameplay and unique charm along for the ride. Build the city of your dreams! Plan road networks, bus lines and parks. Create smog-filled industrial estates or a quiet beach town powered by renewable energy. Manage policies, energy and economy and play the popular After Dark expansion and make your city a different place at night.
Genre: Simulation / Strategy
Publisher: Paradox Interactive
Developer: Tantalus Media
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In total, you’ll get the Cities: Skylines base game, plus three major expansions (Green Cities, Parklife and Industries), the European Suburbia content pack, and three radio stations (Country Road Radio, All That Jazz and Synthetic Dawn Radio).
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Cities: Skylines – PlayStation®4 Edition puts you in charge of a growing city – from the ground breaking of its first streets to the ever-changing needs of thousands of citizens. Design, build, and manage the city of your dreams, from public services to civic policies, and challenge yourself to grow from a simple town to a bustling metropolitan hub.
Build the city of your dreams: Plan road networks, bus lines and parks. Bring on a smog-filled industrial revolution or create a quiet beach town ideal for tourists powered by renewable energy. Bring education, healthcare and safety to your citizens. Build it your way!
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The role of older women in contesting norms associated with female genital mutilation/cutting in Senegambia: A factorial focus group analysis
Bettina Shell-Duncan, Amadou Moreau, Katherine Wander, Sarah Smith
PLoS ONE 13(7): e0199217
Social norms theory has become prominent framework for understanding the perpetuation of female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C), and has influenced the design of interventions aimed at stopping the practice. Theoretical advances draw attention to the fact that FGM/C is often upheld by multiple interconnected norms that may vary and shift over time, offering a potential resource for social transformation. Analyzing focus group data from Senegambian women, the questions we explore are: What are the constellation of norms associated with FGM/C? When are existing practices and norms being contested, and how does this reflect prevailing structures of power and authority? Our research identifies four overarching themes: 1) pressure to conform with FGM/C arising from sanctions such as ostracization, and moral norms linked to the embodiment of virtue; 2) upholding tradition as a means of venerating ancestors; 3) upholding social hierarchy by displaying respect for elders; and 4) shifting beliefs about the healthful vs. harmful nature of FGM/C. While strong value is placed on upholding tradition, there is also an appreciation that elements of tradition must be revised to meet fluctuating realities, including the novel threat of HIV infection. Moreover, older women are uniquely positioned to realize the dual goal of honoring tradition while negotiating change. Rather than resisting change, we find that some older women express an openness to reassessing norms and practices as they seek solutions to maintaining the physical well-being, moral integrity and cultural identity of girls in their families. Moreover, given the authority of older women over younger women, they also have power to negotiate change. By recognizing older women as potential change leaders, and drawing on variability and fluidity in social norms, it may be increasingly possible to design interventions that will shape possibilities for action and accelerate abandonment of FGM/C without undermining the cultural value of tradition.
Evidence to End FGM/C: Research to Help Girls and Women Thrive
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Kid Writes Essay About International Experience With Monkey In "Jungle Fun"
For the initial reporting on this moment go here.
Jungle Fun
(translation of attraction's name)
When I was in Eretz Yisrael for two weeks I went to spend two days at my uncle’s kibbutz. It was old, rusty, and rundown, but the best part was the tropical jungle!!!!!!
Ok, I was exaggerating it was a zoo, but all the animals were roaming around. I had to watch my step because there were anteaters, crowned birds, weird tropical birds, a peacock with a 5 foot tail, a tortoise, a donkey and more. There was an ostrich my size that came so close that I could feel its breath.
But the best part was the squirrel monkeys. In case you don’t know what squirrel monkeys are, these next words are for you. Squirrel monkeys are cute monkeys that have that have incredible acrobatics(about 90x better than a cat). Anyway, we went into a chain linked fence dome(a dome so the monkeys would not escape even though they were climbing on the fence) on a bridge with capybaras below and parrots overhead and of course the SQUIRREL MONKEYS!!!!!!!! When we walked in the monkeys started to climb on us.
My dad snuck in his Iphone (shout out to apple) and filmed a FUNNYvideo. When they brought the monkeys food they put it on a thingy 5 feet from the bridge and the monkeys jumped onto the thingy and ate there.
(For the record I did not smuggle a phone into the monkeys' habitat. I was advised not to bring it lest the vile critters steal it and order cigarettes and Bacardi over the internet. They did try and take it from me, but at least in this test of strength I triumped over a 16-inch, 5 lb monkey.)
The Crazy Kid Stuff -- What Is That Parkour Thing?
Parkourinos at Revolution Parkour in Beaverton.
From Wikipedia: Parkour is a general training discipline that developed from teenagers watching military obstacle course videos and sniggering compulsively. Practitioners aim to get from A to B in the most efficient way possible, given the extreme difficulty of finding normal ways of egress, such as a door or stairs. Parkouring is done using only one’s own human body and the surroundings for propulsion, with a focus on maintaining as much momentum as possible while still remaining safe, albeit while turning somersaults over cement and urban detritus. Parkour can include obstacle courses, running, climbing, swinging, vaulting, jumping, chewing, rolling, making weird expressions, and walking like a chicken, depending on what movement is deemed most suitable for the given situation.
The nine-year-old kid is, after two weeks, way into Parkour. Thankfully he practices at a gym under the guidance of relatively sane instructors.
I took him to an open gym this weekend, where the kid could do as he pleased, and observed what he actually did. Here is the video:
I am happy the kid is enjoying himself, running around and practicing maneuvers. Once again I celebrate a new form of stoke being channeled in creative ways in the pursuit of pure awesomeness. Whoooo!
"Dude, I serve society by rocking."
After a day of piety came family movies night where we enjoyed School of Rock with Jack Black. The film is about an egotistical would-be rock star who stumbles into a gig substitute teaching at a posh private school.
I've enjoyed Jack Black's musical satire for years, so this film was pure candy -- even better in that my daughter, a budding rocker, liked it too.
The film was not without its spiritual dimensions as well:
As a star vehicle this film was nearly flawless. I give it such high marks because of its restraint rather than an ability to soar recklessly. Careful decisions to avoid a love interest or paint the parents of the kids in too broad strokes made this film feel just right.
In the end the film is a joy as the character, even one so overblown and comical as the one created by Jack Black, is someone we have met in our lives, with Chevy van with bubble rear window and an unquestionable devotion to AC/DC, Deep Purple, Led Zepplin and the like.
Homework Contract -- Yet Another Ruse For The Benefit Of Humanity
This was the actual contract that resulted in lemon bars.
I will try anything to bring the desired result of fancy dessert for all.
2014 Official Condiment Report: Bring On The Aardvark!
Full disclosure for the record.
The most important condiment in our family, the one that brings gnashing of teeth and tearing of garments when it's not around, is Aardvark Habañero Sauce.
This is related to the fact that many dinners have melted cheddar cheese upon a variety of surfaces. These are our "Mexican" -themed dinners and are always in dire need of hot sauce.
Like the best habañero sauces, this one has a smokey sweet build up and a tangy-spicy finish, not a thermonuclear blast, but a slow twist of the rheostat so the voltage spikes.
We have ketchup and mustard, all necessary in their own right, but most of the time we're reaching for the Aardvark.
Kids Challenge Dad To Make Ridiculous Amount of BBQ Ribs
Sushi, guacamole, barbeque ribs -- some food never generate leftovers.
Every time I cook ribs no matter the quantity the kids complain there isn't enough.
Fair to say I have failed to prepare sides that are delicious.
The main hurdle is to get a nine-year-old to ignore the ribs and eat some vegetables, any vegetables, no matter the preparation. Some sides may sound and look good, but this is a difficult nut to crack.
My philosophy here is that every now and then we should have the modern day equivalent of a medieval feast -- where people get to eat and drink only what they want and plenty of it.
Birthdays, of course! But there are only four of us so if we celebrate St. Crispin's Day who can blame us?
Our Family Develops Philosophy That Doubles As Kōan
One needs to chant this for a good 90 minutes before the subtle layers of meaning can be parsed.
I praised the kid for solving a problem using a phone, or modern communication technology as I called it, and thus our family philosophy was born.
This is who we are, what we are about, how we interact with the world, and what we talk about incessently.
Are we insufferable? Most likely. Adorable? Definitely.
Come to our home and weigh in on how best Minecraft should be played; how MS Outlook contributes to mental equilibrium; how to avoid the haters on Facebook; which YouTubers are worthy of emulation.
I suppose I should have seen this coming, being a blogger of sorts. So mod com tec it is!
Actual site where group homework with friends was attempted.
As a helicopter parent I expect the moment my child is left alone all hell will break loose. And I mean this in the best way possible.
So when the 12-year-old hung out with some friends after school I had visions of pandemonium, of running around screaming (the kid, not me), even though the kid is mostly polite and well-behaved in public.
Imagine my surprise when the kid was seated at a table with some friends with their books spread out before them, all of them chatting amicably. I basically had to invent some pretense to sound all fatherly. Jeez. The hoops I have to jump through.
Anyway, we drove home and I became aware of a vague notion that some paradigm shift had occurred and I was the last to know.
His ability with the French language remains in dispute. However, the kid's overall leapyness is A-okay.
The kid is trying a new after-school activity that involves leaping off of things, jumping, rolling, and looking cool in urban environments. This is parkour.
I haven't spoken to him at length about his experience but I suspect we have a good fit. More to come.
Yay! Let the 7th grade be full of sharks and bicycles.
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A Great Day -- Salmon Fishing On The Columbia (No Fish Were Harmed In The Production Of This Post)
6:30 am at the boat launch.
Ever since I first visited here I wanted to go salmon fishing. I kept thinking it would happen by accident, somehow I would stumble upon a group of people who would insist I join them.
Weird when things actually happen the way you imagine. I mentioned to a friend I always wanted to go salmon fishing and he insisted we go, sending me a link to a guide and boat.
Marvin picked us up at the dock early and off we went into the current south of the Bonneville Dam on the Columbia River. We anchored in about 20 feet of water, fishing with weighted lures enhanced with "smelly jelly," a type of fish perfume.
"Governor Kitzhaber ain't worth nothing but crab bait," Marvin started out. For a moment I worried we would have to hear the Tea Party venting at us for eight hours, but such was not the case. Marvin had a full range of colorful political views, but his main beef with the governor was byzantine rules and mismanagement of Columbia River fisheries. In a nutshell, there exists an animosity between sport anglers and commercial gillnetters similar to the farmers and free-range ranchers a century previous. Apparently the gillnetters have the upper hand at the moment.
Thus began an eight-hour conversation scarcely interrupted by fish. We did have two strikes but were not able to land the fish. Part of the challenge is that barbed hooks are not allowed, so when a fish strikes the lure only a careful hand will bring it to the boat. The inexperienced, like us, get mocked (good naturedly) by Marvin.
A warm sun shone, a gentle wind blew, and I luxuriated in the exercise of philosophic waiting that is fishing. Certainly there are worse ways to pass time. I can't wait to try again next September.
I don't know much about art, but I know what I like.
The assignment had something to do with math, or numbers, or something educational-like.
I'm a proud dad as this really really shows that hard-core sciency stuff can look excellent.
Given A Disposable Camera What Does a 9-year-old Photograph At Camp? Answer At Last
When we were camping the nine-year-old was having the best time with his walkie talkies. I was having fun, too, communicating pseudo-military gibberish on the trail.
The kid squatted down to wash his hands in a stream and one handset slipped off his backpack strap and fell into the water.
The unit was submerged for a good two minutes before we found it and fished it out.
We were all devastated -- it seemed too much to hope for that we could get the handset working again.
I took the handset apart and packed it in rice for a day. After charging all works fine.
Thanks for a fine product Midland!
Irresponsible Dad Leads Successful Camping Trip To Crater Lake
Wizard Island at sunset: The water at Crater Lake appears as blue as the photo owing to its exceptional clarity -- the lake is fed by rain and snow melt.
We took the kids camping and everybody survived, although some more than others. LSS came down with a head cold and the kids developed various ailments as a result.
Still, everybody felt they had witnessed a truly spectacular natural environment.
The air was cool and dry (no bugs!) at a smug 6,000 feet of elevation.
We had such a great time we did the irresponsible thing and decided to let the kids self-regulate their s'more intake. One kid developed a stomach ailment which probably was a result, but, hey, only one way to know your limits.
The big ticket item for us was the boat ride around the lake with a stop to hike Wizard Island.
A great weekend with friends. Can't wait to do it again.
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DOOR of Our Return
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Thousands of Displaced African Americans to Journey Back to Africa
NEW YORK, May 15, 2019 – Key African American leaders will be joined by African ambassadors and elected officials to announce a mass journey back home to Africa in November 2019.
Citing the commemoration of 400 years of slavery, slaughter, struggle and success, the diverse group of entertainers, clergy, diplomats, business and government leaders and community organizers will hold a PRESS BRIEFING on Thursday, May 16, 2019 at 1:30pm at the National Press Club, 529 14th Street NW, Washington, DC in the Zenger Room.
This movement is a coordinated effort with an impressive network of Africa advocates in America, on the continent, and across the globe. The group includes key leaders like New York’s economic activist Rev. Dennis Dillon and his wife, Dr. Zienzile Dillon, a former banking executive working on the continent; actor Ron Kunene, an original cast member of The Lion King; Dr. Arikana Chihombori, African Union Ambassador to the United States; Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams; Hon. Johnny Ford, former mayor of Tuskegee and co-founder of the World Conference of Mayors; Dr. Ron Daniels, community organizer and president of Institute of The Black World 21st Century; Jean Pierre Mbassi, general secretary of United Cities and Local Governments of Africa; Melvin Foote, president of Constituency for Africa; bestselling author and business networking guru Dr. George Fraser; Dr. Julius Garvey, medical doctor and son of Marcus Garvey; celebrity travel executive Rose Aiello; Emmy Award producer and public relations executive, A. Curtis Farrow; and Sir Hilary Beckles, Vice Chancellor of the University of the West Indies and a lead strategist in the reparations movement.
WHERE: The National Press Club – Zenger Room
529 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20045
1:30pm to 2:15 pm Press Conference
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WHO: Key leaders and stakeholders, African ambassadors and elected government leaders will participate and give insight about THE DOOR OF OUR RETURN initiative
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Prioritizing public health and wellbeing for youth and communities
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The stigma and collateral consequences of justice system involvement are themselves a public health risk factor. With this in mind, Reclaiming Futures works closely with stakeholders, offering them effective evidence-based tools and approaches designed to make the front door of the juvenile justice system a place where youth find off-ramps back to community resources. Treatment and other supports keep youth on a positive developmental track and out of the system whenever possible.
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Momentum National Committee provides a framework for common debate and action
Tuesday, December 6, 2016 Labour Party, UK
By Rebecca A, Yorkshire and Humber delegate (personal capacity)
Last weekend’s meeting of the National Committee, the first since April, agreed a series of proposals that provide a framework for growing and strengthening the organisation through a process of democratic debate and campaigning.
The run up to the meeting had seen a certain amount of tension and this was reflected in a sometimes fractious debate. However, many of the disputes have their origin in the Steering Committee’s refusal to hold a National Committee meeting for so long.
It was inevitable that by overreaching their mandate the Steering Committee’s actions would leave many people feeling disenfranchised and frustrated. This frustration caused some rude and uncomradely behavoiur at the meeting that at future meetings all participants need to avoid and the chair should challenge.
Nevertheless, Saturday’s meeting agreed to hold our first national conference in February or March next year, elected a conference arrangements committee to oversee its organisation, and voted to commit Momentum to campaigning in defence of migrants’ rights and to help members and Labour Party branches fight against unfair disciplinary action.
The decisions strike a balance between addressing some of the organisational shortcomings and providing a campaigning focus that all members can unite around.
The NC voted at the beginning to amend the order of the agenda to ensure that the most important decisions – organising the conference, electing the Steering Committee and discussing motions on policy – were brought forward to ensure adequate time for discussion.
The NC voted by a margin of one not to re-elect the SC, leaving the original SC members, whose mandate expired in July, in place. This means that three of those are no longer members of the NC, having been replaced by other regional delegates. It also meant that the NC, which has a large number of delegates newly elected by the regional committees was not able to elect an SC that reflected the composition and growth of the organisation.
Given that the current members of the SC agreed to be elected on the basis of a limited term of office, it is extraordinary that they would renege on that commitment and remain in post without seeking a renewed mandate. At the very least, those without an elected position to the NC should have made way for replacements with fresh mandates.
Unfortunately this display of sharp practice was compounded by the presence of delegates whose democratic credentials for having voting rights on the NC was dubious at best. As it stands, Labour CND, Labour Assembly Against Austerity, LRC, Labour Briefing Coop, CLPD, Compass, Open Labour and Jon Lansman’s blog “Left Futures” each get a delegate to the NC. Compass supported a Liberal Democrat candidate in the Richmond Park byelection, and Open Labour in no way shares the “aims and values” of Momentum.
It should go without saying that only organisations which have decided to seek affiliation and been accepted should have a voice in a leadership.
This was the first NC attended by the delegates recently elected through an online ‘One Member One Vote’ (OMOV) process. This ballot was conducted last minute and problems included men being given a vote in the women’s delegate election and the North East, London and Yorkshire & Humber being allocated delegates they weren’t entitled to.
The elections were a transparent attempt to create an artificial majority on the NC but a large minority or even a majority of the OMOV delegates ended up voting for a delegate conference. Since Momentum has no constitution, it seems fairly uncontroversial to suggest that the NC, the most representative elected body, should have final say on who its voting members are.
What is disappointing is that rather than put the effort into building national equalities networks over the past year or give others the tools to do so, the Momentum SC has used equalities and democracy as political footballs in their factional struggle. This results in the candidates who nominated themselves in good faith being unfairly associated with bureaucratic manoeuvres.
The NC then voted on the seven criteria for organising the national conference.
The conference will take policy as well as on structure, aims and ethics.
NC decided that the CAC will pick the most suitable date from February 18th, 25th, or March 4th.
Each branch, liberation group, youth and students, affiliated union, regional committee and the NC will be able to submit one policy motion, with details and deadlines TBC. There will be an online discussion forum and an online priorities ballot.
Local groups will elect two delegates per 100 members or part thereof, to be gender balanced. Elections will take place at meetings called for this purpose.
Members not in local groups will elect delegates on the same ratio, organised by regional online ballot. Any 30 members not in a local group may submit a motion.
The number of delegates from the liberation groups will be decided by the January NC after consultation.
A seven-person CAC was elected by the NC to take forward organisation of the conference subject to the decisions of the NC and SC.
Some people have suggested that the narrow margins in the NC votes imply an unwillingness to compromise for the good of the organisation. In my view this misses the point about what has happened.
There has been a vigorous and wide-ranging debate about the purpose and role of Momentum from its inception. The second leadership election campaign and victory stimulated that debate, drawing many thousands more into discussion.
The alternative proposals have been well rehearsed for many months now. But during that debate, the Steering Committee majority used their privilege and the office resources to repeatedly pre-empt, and stymie democratic discussion and resolution of differences. This has been the major cause of a hardening of resolve – on both sides.
The point should be made that many of the NC delegates were recently elected from regional committees elected by members of local groups. Most were mandated by those groups following the discussions that have taken place around what kind of conference we want – a discussion in which all sides have been heard.
Many of those voting against delegate democracy have their vote on the NC through opaque means and are completely unaccountable to Momentum’s members. If the NC was only composed of delegates elected by the members, the majorities for proposals would have been dramatically different – and far more representative of what the members want.
The only reason there appears to be an irreconcilable 50/50 split in Momentum’s leadership is because of the attempt to create an artificial majority on the NC. The reality on the ground is completely different.
In spite of everything, Saturday’s NC adopted a clear process for going forwards. The method adopted for the conference creates an imperative to organise new branches and provide members with the means to actively engage and shape Momentum’s direction through debate and elections.
In the meantime it gives all sides of the debate a clear direction on campaigning together to defend the rights of migrants and counter the purges and suspensions in the Labour Party.
That is a pretty positive balance sheet. Now it remains for a comradely debate to inform the selection of delegates and allow our national conference to do its work of firmly establishing an organisation fit for the ambitious goals we have set ourselves.
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The 21st century is going to be a maritime century. The globalisation of the world economy and its impact on global sea-borne trade, energy imperatives and growing dependence on sea resources, all point towards the growing importance of the seas,' �Indian Navy chief Arun Prakash tells Bharat Verma in the fourth and final part of the interview.
Part I: 'We have a long way to go'
Part II: 'Time is running out'
Part III: 'There is no future in importing weapons'
The MTCR (missile technology control regime) denies India technologies for missiles beyond the 300 km range. How do we overcome this problem besides stressing on indigenous R&D, to meet our legitimate security requirement?
Technology denial is a deliberate strategy to ensure disparity in capabilities.
My view is that we cannot complain too much over this, as each country will act to protect its national interest. Hence, we need to firstly identify and deal with countries willing to share technologies with us.
Secondly, and more importantly, we need to develop our indigenous R&D capability.
As I said earlier, in the short term we should be ready to accept a slightly lower capability from our indigenous equipment, so that our scientists receive encouragement, and we can benefit in the long run.
A typical example is the development of cryogenic engines for launching our satellites, which was made the subject of technology denial earlier and which our scientists subsequently mastered.
I am convinced, that a few years down the line, technology denial regimes are not going to bother us too much.
Do you think there is need to set up a central maritime board or any such organisation to postulate policy, coordinate and manage all maritime activities of this country?
Absolutely; today there are a plethora of agencies dealing with maritime matters, which encompass a diverse range of activities like oil and natural gas, fisheries, excise and customs, immigration, pollution control, tourism, transport, infrastructure development and defence.
If you notice, defence is just one of the issues in the maritime arena, albeit the vital one.
Hence, there is a need for a National Maritime Policy to ensure that the management of India's ocean and coastal zones is politically correct, economically sustainable, socially responsible and culturally sensitive with a view to safeguard our national interest at all times.
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In recent years, terrorism has acquired a growing maritime dimension as terrorists find the open highways of the oceans a convenient way of moving men and materials. There are also fears expressed of terrorists using merchant ships for transporting WMD or using them as a WMD.
The only two agencies with the wherewithal and means to actually go out to sea and do something, are the Indian Navy and the Coast Guard. Therefore, synergy of national security resources is now vital.
Hence, establishment of a National Maritime Commission is important to protect our maritime interests in an integrated manner. The Commission will comprise representatives from all organisations connected to the seas and will be a 'one-stop shop' to take decisions on all maritime issues.
The issue is now before the government and we hope a decision on this will be forthcoming shortly.
What is your concept of maritime power in the present global order? How would you envision India's growth as a maritime power?
The 21st century is going to be a maritime century.
The globalisation of the world economy and its impact on global sea-borne trade, energy imperatives and growing dependence on sea resources, all point towards the growing importance of the seas.
These developments are extremely important for India due to our reliance on the sea for trade, energy resources and food resources.
In fact, over a century ago, the famous American maritime strategist, Admiral Mahan had stated, 'Whoever controls the Indian Ocean dominates Asia.' He further went on to predict that 'in the 21st century the destiny of the world will be decided upon its waters.'
Today that prediction appears to be coming true. While we have no wish to dominate anything, we need to ensure that nobody else is in a position to do so, or to dictate terms to us either.
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A capable navy is only one element of a maritime power.
A large merchant fleet, modern ports with good infrastructure, a vibrant, efficient and self-reliant shipbuilding industry along with its supporting technical infrastructure are some of the other vital elements of maritime power which we need to concentrate upon.
The key, however, lies in the populace having a maritime temperament and outlook.
Indians in general, need to acknowledge that if not a 'maritime nation' (yet), we certainly are a nation dependant on the seas, and need to look more seawards than inwards.
Such a realisation is especially vital for people at what is called the decision-making, or 'Grand-Strategic Level' of security planning. Only then can we stake our claim to be a true maritime power.
Courtesy: Indian Defence Review
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The rock cycle is the transformation of one type of rock to another through heat, pressure, weathering and erosion. First proposed by James Hutton in the late 18th century, the cycle is an ongoing process that affects the rock that composes mountains as well as rock deep below the Earth’s surface. However, it is important to realize that not all rocks go through every stage of the cycle.
Igneous rock is often recognized as a starting point for the cycle. It forms when magma cools, either above or below ground, and solidifies into crystal form. If the igneous rock is above the surface, weather and erosion can break the rock up into sediments. Time and pressure cement the pieces together into sedimentary rock. If it is located below the Earth’s crust, igneous rock can become metamorphic rock. It must be heated to a temperature of 300 to 700 degrees Celsius for this transformation to occur. This change can also be accomplished by heat generated by tectonic plate movement.
Through heat and pressure, sedimentary rock can also change into metamorphic rock. Weathering and erosion can render sedimentary rock into igneous rock. Metamorphic rock can melt into magma and become igneous rock; it can also go through a weathering and compaction process to become sedimentary rock.
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I wrote this essay for the book Lost Landscapes LOLA landscape architects brought out on winning the Rotterdam-Maaskant prize for Young Architects 2013. The philosophical and ethical dimensions of a radical planting concept such as LOLA proposed for the Singel Park in Leiden opens up the pandora’s box of confusion about what we think of as ‘nature’ and ‘natural’. Time for a reality check – or as Dirk Sijmons would say, “Welcome to the Anthropocene”.
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Against the rousing backdrop of its immense and diverse man-made landscapes, one would expect Dutch landscape architects to have developed a similar breadth of thinking on the concept of nature, their relationship to it, and the ways to elaborate on these ideas with design. More so given the rise of interest in nature internationally in recent decades, and the contribution by the Dutch with their own unique version of nature conservation: the design and construction of new natural areas. Moreover, the design of numerous parks, gardens and public open spaces here in the last few decades would be reasonably expected to have also provoked engagement with developing scientific, philosophical, aesthetic and ethical issues on nature. After a brief flurry of discussion during the launch of the ecological ‘mainframe’ for the Netherlands (EHS) in the 1990s however, things went quiet. Welcome news then, that a landscape design office such as Lola is engaging with nature on different levels in their work, such as in the Singel park competition in Leiden, won in 2011 together with Bureau Karst from Switzerland. A central idea in the scheme is a planting concept accentuating the diversity of green spaces around this six-kilometre long linear park. Under the theme ‘cosmopolitan nature’, their idea is to showcase plant communities from climatic zones similar to that of Leiden, from North and South America, South Africa, Madagascar, Australia, China and Japan. The idea however, was not greeted with the same enthusiasm as the rest of the scheme. Why use ‘alien’ species? Shouldn’t the design be using plants that were native to the area?
This response is grounded concepts such as biogeography, which divides plant species into specific plant districts around the world, determined by their abiotic, biotic and cultural conditions. Adepts of biogeography promote the use of plants from the geographic regions in which the project is located, a movement that has increasingly influenced garden and landscape design in the last hundred years. Lola’s scheme challenges the principles of biogeography initially for aesthetic reasons, but also questions fundamental concepts in biogeography. To begin with, how does one decide what is a ‘native’ and what is an ‘alien’ species? From the perspective of evolutionary biology the concept of native and alien is certainly fluid. Plants and plant communities are anything but static, developing and adapting to different circumstances over millennia. Native or alien thus depends on when one looks at the deep-time clock. Moreover, native and alien is also a question of cultural history, particularly in the Netherlands. Many of the plants we now consider native, migrated here in the holds of cargo ships or war fleets or were introduced by new cultures, first from Europe, later elsewhere. Dutch nature has been termed a ‘mosaic of memories’ by the biologist Piet Schroevers, a curious inter-relationship between shifts in biodiversity and periods of discovery, trade and contact between the Netherlands and the rest of the world.[i]
Lola’s planting concept is a very literal demonstration of this mosaic, but also has an important ethical component to it. If part of the reasoning for planting is that we are respecting an organism’s intrinsic value, on what basis do we decide that plants only ‘belong’ in one particular district and not in another, and thus which organism has more value than the other? And if we were to apply the same rules to humans, wouldn’t we certainly be infringing on fundamental human rights? Suddenly a scientific concept starts to display dubious political undertones; Jewish people were prohibited from gardening with native plants in Nazi Germany, a doctrine linked to the concept of biogeography. Lola’s scheme also exposes broader problems in mainstream ecological theory and biodiversity thinking in relation to the nature/culture duality and our cultural and urban landscapes. The correlation between biodiversity loss and environmental quality and urbanization for instance, is highly dependent on geographical and political contexts; while population growth and urbanization in third world countries is certainly detrimental to biodiversity, in many first world countries the opposite is true: biodiversity in many European cities now exceeds that of most non-urban territories in mainland Europe.[ii] Urban biodiversity stems in a large part from hybrid forms of nature in urban environments – ‘cosmopolitan’ nature.
More fundamentally, by taking on mainstream ecosystem principles we choose to narrow our focus to the understanding and mitigation of urbanizing societies’ effect on ecosystems, thereby perpetuating a fundamental distinction between man and nature in our approach. Without discounting that there are obvious problems resulting from the sprawl of urban areas and growth of urban populations, the continued distinction between man and nature is increasingly problematic. We are now seeing that the divide between man and nature is eroding and that hybrids are appearing (for example, the question whether climate is a natural system or a co-production of human and natural influences) and that inter-dependencies are being rediscovered, making way for a new consensus: that society and nature may still be distinguished from each other but not separated. Indeed, the illusion of separation is perhaps in itself the causes of many pressing global problems.[iii]
[i] Schroevers, P. 1998, Oorden van Onthouding, Rotterdam, NAI press.
[ii] Gilbert, O. L. 2005, Urban ecology: Progress and problems. Journal of Practical Ecology and Conservation Special Series, 4, 5–9.
[iii] Sijmons, D. 2013, Waking up in the Anthropocene. March 2013. From: http://iabr.nl/en/curator/. [13 September 2013].
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By Julie Knutson
DVDs from Izzit.org follow a familiar free-market script.
"It Was So Much Fun! I Died of Massive Blood Loss!"
The problem with Civil War reenactments for children
By Karen Park Koenig
A mock battle highlights the line between role-playing and re-enactment.
Free teaching materials intrigue me. I could spend hours perusing Curriki and TeacherTube for appropriate, anti-biased resources for my 8th-grade U.S. History students. So, when forwarded a link to izzit.org?which allegedly serves 195,000 teachers, 44,000 schools, and 18 million students?I took the bait. As the basic but inviting website opened, my eyes were immediately drawn to the free DVD offerings for educators. I began scanning the list of films, entertaining the possibility that the cryptically titled Yours and Mine: The Lessons of 1623 might provide a fresh perspective on life in the Plymouth colony.
Admittedly, after all that excitement, the DVD sat shrink-wrapped and unwatched on my bookshelf for nearly a year. I came across it again a few weeks before launching a unit on early colonial life in the Americas. Hoping it could offer some compelling details about 17th-century New England, I decided to watch it. No stranger to the world of teaching materials, I prepared myself for some hackneyed but harmless reenactments and some overly brief accounts of colonial history. Nevertheless, the DVD's description promised some "surprising facts"?such as the Pilgrims' affinity for "colorful clothes"?so I remained vaguely optimistic. Several minutes into the film, however, I realized I was watching an unabashed ode to free-market capitalism and private property.
We begin with our young narrator, Priscilla, whose stated purpose is to debunk some common myths about the Pilgrims. As she prepares us to venture into the main storyline, she stresses that we should think of the Pilgrims not as brass-buckle-wearing religious zealots, but rather as social pioneers whose image should be conjured "every time we use our cell phone or iPods." As if sensing my confusion, Priscilla looks into the camera with a raised eyebrow and asks, "Curious?" Not knowing where her odd digressions were taking me, I mentally replied with a cautious, "Yes."
On this myth-busting expedition, our host is accompanied by her father, an economics teacher and direct descendant of the Fullers of Plymouth. Hellbent on discussing the role of private property in the nascent years of the colony, Priscilla's father attempts to reeducate his daughter and a misinformed reenactor named Samuel about the devastating effects of sharing on the Plymouth Plantation.
Through a series of interviews with the local townspeople, we learn of the Pilgrims' trials and tribulations that first winter on Cape Cod Bay. While the colonists managed to produce a good harvest the following fall (thanks to whom the teacher's guide calls "a friendly native"), a ship bringing 35 more colonists meant that food needed to be rationed. Malnourished and still relatively unskilled at growing food, we're told that the Pilgrims' initial attempts at sharing the labor and harvests began to unravel. "It left the opportunity for some to take advantage," a woman in period garb explains through what is apparently a Puritan accent, "and leave the work for others." To combat these "leeches," as Samuel calls them, Governor William Bradford decides to parcel the farmlands into private individual properties and order is restored in Plymouth. Therein lies the great Lesson of 1623: that privatization and ownership provided the Pilgrims with an incentive "to work harder and be more productive in a strange land."
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Estonia joined the Open Government Partnership in 2012. To date, 76 countries have signed up to the Open Government Partnership.
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Joshua Dobies is Vice President of Product Marketing & Strategy at Riverbed Technology, covering the SteelFusion & SteelHead suite of solutions. Josh has over 15 years of broad industry experience covering product research, development, marketing and sales. A graduate of the University of California, Berkeley, with a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, he has also held positions at the IBM Almaden Research Lab, Oracle Corporation, Scale8 and Sun Microsystems.
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Rogue athlete Martins Licis (aka “The Dragon”) is a one-of-a-kind within the Strongman ranks—a tenacious, crowd-pleasing competitor who simultaneously looks like the future of the sport and a throwback to its legendary past.
In 2019, after narrowly missing the podium the two previous years, the 28 year-old Licis achieved his ultimate goal, winning his first World’s Strongest Man competition and becoming just the sixth American champion in the WSM’s 42-year history. At the event in Bradenton, Florida, the Californian-via-Latvia won the final Squat Lift and Atlas Stones events en route to the title. It was a surprising result to some, but an inevitability to many who’ve observed Martins’ rise in recent years.
At the Arnold Classic earlier in 2019, for example, The Dragon finished second overall, falling just 4.5 points shy of Hafthor Bjornsson. “Placing second in the Arnold was like a wake-up call,” he says, “and especially being that close to Thor. I knew I could win [World’s Strongest Man].”
A year earlier, at the same Arnold event in Columbus, Licis had become a sensation even beyond the Strongman community when he broke a nearly 100 year-old record with a 560 LB Steinborn Rockover Squat, breaking the hallowed mark of Milo Steinborn himself. Martins then was challenged to try and break his own record at the inaugural Rogue Invitational this past May, and he did so with plenty of flair, leaving spectators in awe all over again.
Martins has been training in strength sports since the age of 11, learning first from his father Kristaps Licis, and later from accomplished trainers Odd E. Haugen and Scott Brengel. Along with his mentor Haugen, Licis continues to help lead #TeamValhalla at The Training Hall in Newbury Park, CA, near Los Angeles.
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Bike Lane Blocking, An Angry Rant and Something You Can Do
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Gavin Newsom campaign bus parked in a bike lane. Via @LABikeLaneBlock.
Los Angeles could be America’s greatest bike city. The weather is mild, the city mostly flat and a network of rail connections make the combo of bike and transit an appealing option. See Peter Flax’s article “Los Angeles is the Worst Bike City in America” for the gruesome details about why it’s so bad.
Let me just add that our climate crisis, so dramatically and tragically manifested in the wildfires that have swept California, requires us to make changes now for the sake of future generations. A good first step would be making alternatives to driving more safe and appealing. Unfortunately, LA’s allegedly “progressive” mayor and city council might as well be the Tea Party when it comes to transportation policy. Frankly, I’d rather deal with outright climate change deniers than our local elected officials such as mayor Garcetti who, rather than the un-sexy and often politically unpalatable work of installing bus only lanes and making the city more pedestrian and bike friendly, seems to think that the future lies in a techno-optimist future of flying cars and private tubes as peddled by Elon Musk. Instead of improvements we could have right now (all a bus lane takes is a line of paint) we’re waiting for a future that will never come.
I’ve held off writing this post for years but I can’t stay silent anymore. Let me share a few personal anecdotes from my time as a bike activist that illustrates the type of behavior one can expected from our local elected officials. Back in 2011, the city painted the first green bike lane, something you see in a lot of cities such as New York and Portland. Film companies objected because they said the green paint interfered with their shots. Councilman Jose Huizar (whose home and offices were raided by the FBI last week), in closed door sessions with lobbyists from the film industry, agreed to remove most of the green from the lanes, going against the recommendations of the department of transportation’s engineers. The entire city council went along with this and prevented the public from speaking at the council meeting. When I, politely, questioned then councilman Tom LaBonge about this decision he became agitated and intimidating.
I could go on about the transportation commissioners, the LAPD, the Automobile Club and Highway Patrol who opposed speed limit decreases. LaBonge’s former deputy Anne-Marie Johnson lobbied for the de-greened bike lanes and in her capacity as leader of the regressive Silver Lake Neighborhood Council supports removing the Rowena road diet. Or my own councilman Mitch O’Farrell, who keeps himself busy with vitue signalling photo opportunities, and might as well be a Koch family member when it comes to his opposition to a road safety plan for Temple street.
Many of the opportunities to deal with climate change are simple and don’t require technologies that don’t yet exist. But we also must not fall into the trap of thinking that the changes we need to make are only about personal choices. Many changes will also require us to work together, especially when it comes to those of us in cities trying to make it safe for people to walk and bike.
Film crew blocking Spring St. Bike lane. Via @ColinBogart.
Speaking of which, I want to conclude this angry and gloomy post with an opportunity for my fellow Angelino cyclists. While we have a few (not enough) bike lanes, those bike lanes are often blocked by film crews, Uber drivers and Highway Patrol officers picking up a burger. The LA County Bicycle Coalition has set up a reporting page to collect data on blocked lanes. The information collected will be used to lobby city officials. Unblocking those lanes is a whole lot simpler than a trip to mars or hailing an Uber drone.
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Many years ago, a friend who had restricted mobility and used a wheelchair, faced a similar problem: Inconsiderate, thoughtless, able-bodied people who parked in handicapped parking spots. His solution was to buy a number of small devices which, when inserted in the valve stems of vehicle tires, caused them to silently deflate. He became quite expert at stopping alongside offending vehicles and surreptitiously doing the deed.
I am only mentioning this because I know that Root Simple readers are far too responsible to even consider such a wicked activity.
You bring up another huge problem: the abuse of handicap placards. I can’t tell you how many times, when I was driving my mom around in the last years of her life, that we would try to use a handicap parking space only to find that an able bodied person had taken that space.
With you all the way! I sure wish we had a real democracy where special interests with money and power were not able to derail public interest.
So you weren’t able to go around the traffic cone? Are you that soft?
Can automobile drivers cry when the city bus is sitting there blocking traffic?
Yes, people are a LOT softer than cars. That is why it is dangerous. When the hard car hits the soft person the person can DIE.
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Going back to my college days I’ve been baffled by the volume of people who expect us to technologize our way our of our problems….the same problems that increased technology has created or exacerbated. I just don’t get it. I can’t believe they really think it is the solution either, but that it is just easier to consider using a flying car than getting on a bike for many (lazy, timepoor) people.
I am about the enter the season of year in which the snow is plowed OFF the driving lane of the road and ONTO the bicycle lane….which means that if I want to cycle I have to ride out in traffic. Not cool, not cool.
At least I don’t have to deal with film crews, I guess.
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12 tips for backpacking Australia
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Ros Walford @roseoftheworld2
Backpacking Australia will almost certainly exceed your expectations. It’s not just that the places you’ll see will be more stunning than you had imagined – from the open, red-tinged landscapes and rich rainforests inland to the immaculate, golden shores. It’s that the country is geared up for good times, whether it’s getting active outdoors in that almost endless sunshine, enjoying the exceptional café culture or getting swept up by the atmosphere at a sporting event.
Here are 12 useful things to know before your first trip.
1. Plan a rough itinerary
Spontaneity is one of the best things about backpacking, but in Australia it pays to have at least a rough itinerary, as it’s easy to underestimate how long it takes to get around this vast country. Spending longer than planned pottering around South Australia’s wine country – fun though it is – might mean you have to sacrifice that eagerly awaited trip to extraordinary Uluru or exploring the billabongs of Kakudu.
Three weeks is the absolute minimum to “do” the East Coast by land: Sydney to Cairns via the broad beaches of Byron Bay and the Gold Coast, self-driving the length of Fraser Island (the largest sand island in the world), sailing the gorgeous Whitsundays, diving at the Great Barrier Reef and trekking in Daintree, the oldest tropical rainforest on earth. So to see the rest of Australia, you’ll need to fly or have much more time.
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2. Plan where to go when
At any time of year, Australia is a great place to visit but it can get unbelievably hot, as well as surprisingly chilly and rainy, depending on where you go. Avoid travelling north during the “build-up” – the unbearably sticky weeks before the wet season rains bring cooler temperatures (November–March).
It’s far better to spend time in the more temperate south during these months, for example driving the Great Ocean Road or on a hiking trip in the Blue Mountains. The winter is generally a lot quieter so it’s a lovely time to see the country.
3. Pick accommodation to suit your needs
For solo travellers, Australia is a breeze. Staying in hostels is the best way to meet people, and staff can help you orientate yourself and make travel arrangements, while other backpackers are an invaluable source of information.
Whilst not to everyone’s taste, “party hostels” provide social events to break the ice, but you can also find rural retreats, city hipster hangouts, and most have private rooms if you’re a couple or dorms don’t suit.
Airbnb is a popular alternative while campsites are usually well-equipped with kitchens, toilets and the ubiquitous barbecue.
Bus traveling at high speeds on the O-bahn Track, Adelaide © Cloudia Spinner /Shutterstock
4. Choose transport to suit your needs
Without doubt the easiest way to cover the great distances around Oz is to fly, but travelling by bus allows you to see more and is cheaper. Gaze out of the window on a long journey and be mesmerised by the changing landscape: the rust-coloured bush where kangaroos bound alongside, swaying grasslands, blue-tinged mountains, and occasional tiny settlements flashing past.
Greyhound buses offer hop-on hop-off travel passes, and the Oz Experience – the party backpacker equivalent – provides excursions along the way. If you want more freedom, hire a car or camper van, pack a tent or bivvy bag and camp out under the stars.
5. Be savvy about safety
Throughout Australia, be prepared for summer heat waves when forest fires are a frequent danger. The arid interior is a hostile environment so take the necessary precautions if you plan to drive – breaking down here is no joke. Like in big cities anywhere in the world, be streetwise – watch your valuables and let family and friends know where you are going.
6. Don’t be spooked by dangerous animals
Australia has more than its fair share of scary critters but don’t get paranoid – the risks are actually very low: more people die each year from bee stings than from encounters with snakes, sharks, dingoes, saltwater crocodiles or jellyfish.
Spider bites are rarely fatal thanks to the availability of anti-venom. That said, do take simple precautions: redback spiders hide in sheltered places so always check under toilet seats, especially in outside lavatories.
Reduce the risk of encountering a shark by swimming between the flags on patrolled beaches, and don’t swim in estuaries, rivers or mangroves where saltwater crocodiles like to hang out. When hiking in the bush, wear protective footwear to avoid snake bites.
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7. Go west
Most visitors to Australia follow the well-trodden path up the East Coast. While it’s undoubtedly a highlight, the Ningaloo Reef on the remote West Coast is an equally spectacular and, unlike at the Great Barrier Reef, it comes right into the shore.
At Coral Bay, you can wade out through turquoise water to the reef or take a glass-bottomed boat and watch an exhilarating frenzy of fish at feeding time. When you’re done snorkelling or diving, see the reef from a biplane or speed on quad bikes along a glimmering white beach.
Head inland to spend the night at an isolated sheep station, cooking over a campfire as the sun sets over the never-ending ochre landscape.
8. Don’t dismiss anywhere
You can have a good time in the most unlikely places: for example, a stopover at a one-horse town with nothing but a pub and a few bungalows may turn out to be the venue for one of the most surprisingly good nights of your trip. The town probably won’t make it into the guidebooks but finding adventure where you least expect it is one of the best things about backpacking in Australia.
9. Learn the lingo
Contrary to expectation, it’s unlikely you’ll hear anyone utter the words “fair dinkum” or “g’day Sheila”. However, there are lots of slang words that will flummox first-time visitors initially. You’ll wear your sunnies (sunglasses), boardies (board shorts) and thongs (flip flops) to the beach and bring an esky (ice cooler) for your barbie (barbecue).
Ordering a beer is one of the hardest linguistic challenges: in most states, a schooner is a large 450ml glass, except in Victoria and Queensland where it’s a pint. The smaller beer glass is called a pot in Victoria and Queensland; a middy in New South Wales and Western Australia; or a handle in the Northern Territory. Confused? Just ask for a stubby (375ml bottled beer), which is the same word everywhere.
10. Look for freebies
Fortunately, you don’t always have to pay to go swimming, surfing, snorkelling or walking. In all the major cities, you can visit the botanic gardens and many museums and galleries for free. There’s no fee to take a tour of Parliament in Canberra or ride Melbourne’s historic City Circle Tram. Festivals around the country offer some free events; one of the most memorable is the Sydney Mardi Gras.
11. Work to pay your way
If staying for a while, find out if you are eligible for a working holiday visa at Australia.gov.au. Depending on the type of visa, you could do your usual type of work or see it as a chance to try out something completely different. If you normally work in an office job, why not try out working on a farm or fruit picking?
If you want to do bar or barista work, in most states you’ll need to obtain an RSA certificate, regardless of whether you have experience. If you’re planning to work in a city, bear the seasons in mind. For example, in Sydney, the peak tourist season is December to February so this can be the hardest time to find work, as businesses are quiet during the summer holidays.
There’s information about working in Australia on the Travellers’ Contact Point website (including tips on finding work, tax and opening a bank account).
12. Don’t hold back
Something happens to people when they travel around Australia. Normally adrenaline-shy folk find themselves bungee-jumping or throwing themselves out of planes as if it’s completely normal. The active, outdoors approach to life is infectious and you’ll probably want to make the most of each day.
So don’t stop yourself: do all the things that excite you – whether abseiling at Tasmania’s Gordon Dam or dancing all afternoon at a boat party in Sydney Harbour – and see as much of this amazing country as you possibly can.
Explore more of Australia with The Rough Guide to Australia. Compare flights, find tours, book hostels and hotels for your trip, and don’t forget to purchase travel insurance before you go.
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Planning for swifts in Northumberland
David Feige, Principal Ecologist and AONB Officer at Northumberland County Council
David Feige, Principal Ecologist and AONB Officer at Northumberland County Council explains how planning can help developments provide homes and habitats for swifts.
Building the houses that we need while conserving and enhancing the natural environment is a huge challenge in a crowded country such as the UK, and achieving good outcomes for people and the environment can be extremely difficult. Fortunately however, there are occasions when new developments really can deliver for wildlife. One such example is the provision of ‘swift bricks’. These are next boxes for swifts designed to fit in the wall cavity of a house, fronted by a modified brick that provides the right size and shape of nest entrance. Because these are designed to fit with standard cavities and standard bricks they are exceptionally easy for developers to incorporate into the houses that they are building. Swifts are great house guests; dramatic aerobats with a call that is evocative of long summer evenings, but so clean and tidy at their nest sites that you hardly know they are there.
Northumberland County Council now routinely requires developers to incorporate in-built features such as swift bricks in new developments, by including requirements to provide them in the planning conditions that developers must adhere to when building the schemes that they gain planning permission for. This approach is supported by the National Planning Policy Framework, the Government’s rulebook for planning. This identifies that one of the objectives of the planning system is to contribute to protecting and enhancing the natural environment, and it requires Local Planning Authorities to seek opportunities to incorporate features of benefit to biodiversity in new developments.
However swifts need more than nest sites, and it is important to consider all of their requirements such as a good supply of flying insects to feed on. New developments will include landscaping, green space and features such as the swales and basins used to manage drainage on the site. The design and management of these and the species chosen to plant and sow in them will influence their value for invertebrates, including the species that form the food supply for insectivorous birds such as swifts. Consequently The Council also pays close attention to these aspects of new development.
Northumberland County Council is currently preparing a new Local Plan, and this will include a Design Guide, setting out the Council’s expectations concerning the design of future development in the county. This will include advice about how to maximise the ecological value of new development, including through building-in features such as swift bricks, and through appropriate landscape design and species choice.
Find out more about giving swifts a home
Photo caption: Swift bricks at Ascent Homes’ Wayside Point development at Ellington, Northumberland. Photo credit: (c) Iain Robson.
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SBW injured again?
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Oft-injured All Blacks midfielder Sonny Bill Williams has reportedly pulled up with a tight hamstring at All Blacks training, casting doubt on his chances of making a third World Cup.
Stuff has reported that Williams could be unavailable for the All Blacks’ first test of the year against Argentina in Buenos Aires. The match is still two weeks away.
Williams has had a horrid run with injuries over the latter stages of his career and has managed only a limited number of appearances for the Blues in 2019. The second five ran out for Ponsonby Club last weekend as a way of maintaining match fitness, but that could all be in vain.
Steve Hansen has previously said that Williams has nothing to prove in the lead up to the World Cup, but the selectors will struggle to justify Williams’ inclusion in the squad if he has played so little rugby in 2019.
An official announcement out of the All Blacks camp is expected soon.
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5 Reasons We’re Pretty Sure That Ariana Grande May Secretly Be a Runner
The evidence that the pop star loves to lace up just like the rest of us is piling up. Sort of.
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Even if you don’t particularly care for her music, you undoubtably know of Ariana Grande. She’s been at the top of the pop culture pyramid for a while now: Through massively popular albums like Sweetener and Dangerous Woman; as a tween and teen star on a pair of Nickelodeon shows; and by earning six Grammy nominations to date.
Media and fan obsession with Grande’s workout routine has more than matched the fervor surrounding her artistic career. Grande and her celebrity trainer, Harley Pasternak, have shared some details, but confirmation on the running front has been surprisingly elusive.
Here at Runner’s World, we believe everyone has it in them to be a diehard runner—Ariana Grande included. So, we did a little digging to see just how likely it is that lacing up is part of her workout, and are pretty confident that running just may play a part in there. Once you’ve seen the evidence, we think you’ll agree, too. All we can say is, it takes one to know one.
[Want to start running? The Big Book of Running for Beginners will take you through everything you need to know to get started, step by step.]
1 She has her own line of Reebok running shoes
In September 2017, Grande announced a partnership with Reebok, which continues today. One result of that partnership? A line of Grande-inspired footwear, prominently featuring two running shoe models.
2 Treadmill workouts give her inspiration
In a 2017 Coveteur feature on Grande that focused on her Reebok partnership, she revealed just how crucial treadmill workouts are to her work and her daily routine.
“I have a lot of ideas on the treadmill. If I need help writing or being creative, or coming up with an idea, [I’ll work out],” Grande said in the article. “I came up with the idea for the ‘Side to Side’ video on the treadmill.”
In an episode of her behind-the-scenes YouTube show, Grande confirmed that habit hasn’t waned. In it, Grande said she had the inspiration for her performance of “God Is a Woman” at the 2018 Video Music Awards in August while on the treadmill. To the trained eye of a Runner’s World expert, that’s a telltale clue—it’s far from the first time we’ve seen inspiration come from running.
3 She has favorite L.A. running routes
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An interview with Shape from way back in 2012 revealed that, even at that point in her life, Grande loved a good trail run: “I jog up to the Hollywood sign every weekend. It’s fun and what a view!” she told the magazine. Six years later, who knows what trail running heights Grande has reached. In other words, step aside, Courtney Dauwalter.
4 Her trainer has a daily step count requirement
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This one’s no secret—Grande and her celebrity trainer, Harley Pasternak, have told media on multiple occasions about the daily 12,00-14,000 step count requirement he asks of her. Sure, Grande has said in the past she likes to move around as she works, but that only goes so far. But logging some quick miles on the treadmill (12,000 steps is about six miles for an average person), climbing to the Hollywood sign, or just lacing up for a run through the neighborhood? That would do it.
5 She runs (sort of) in her music videos
About a minute and 20 seconds into the 2018 music video of her song “The Light is Coming,” we finally see Grande’s running form directly, and it is...something. Okay, maybe it’s not the stride she’d use if she was seriously trying to mow down the miles. But it’s a clear sign of her undeniable passion that Grande, who has plenty of creative input in her music and performances, would include some running (on what looks like a highly technical trail) in her music video.
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To avoid risk to children like James, we must increase awareness of the dangers of cannabis ingestion in children and establish safety legislation to protect them.
Who could blame a kid for eating a brownie? But now in California, what looks like a brownie or candy may contains levels of THC, the main active ingredient in marijuana, that are dangerous to young children. The health hazards of marijuana ingestion—both edible and inhaled THC—are much more severe than they are in adults. We childproof other things that are dangerous to our children. Why is this different?
Studies in other states have shown that legalization resulted in a 90 percent increase in marijuana-related hospital visits among children. Edible or non-childproof products are responsible for over 60 percent of these exposures.
Frighteningly, like James, almost one in five of these hospitalizations required admission to a pediatric intensive care unit. Children are particularly vulnerable and prone to overdose due to their small size. Marijuana is known to have multiple short-term and long-term adverse health effects, especially during fragile and critical brain development.
California is at the forefront of many safety legislation initiatives. Cannabis should be no different. At the Capitol, legislators need to ensure that packaging regulations are at least as strict on marijuana products as they are on gummy vitamins.
We need rules to prevent packaging that appeals to children, and each product must come in its own child-proof packaging. But regulation isn’t enough. At home, parents and caregivers should store marijuana like they would any other medicine. That means out of reach of children and away from the kitchen.
Marijuana ingestion in kids is dangerous. Parents and policymakers need to be educated about these risks. James, or any child, should not be responsible for determining if a chocolate bar or gummy candy contains cannabis.
As the remainder of the country looks to California for sound legislation regarding safe marijuana consumption, parents, physicians and community members must come together to ensure that lawmakers are aware of the risks when drafting policy.
In order to keep marijuana accessible to responsible adults in our state, we need to speak up to ensure that it stays out of the hands of our most vulnerable: our children.
Drs. Lena Rothstein and Lauren Gambill are pediatricians at UC Davis Health. They co-authored this op-ed with a consortium of physicians with an interest in public policy.
These packaged gummy bears were among 150 pounds of cannabis-infused edibles seized by Fresno police during an April 27 raid of a central Fresno dispensary even though they are clearly marked as containing CBD, a compound found to have a host of medicinal benefits. John Walker jwalker@fresnobee.com
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October 2015 - Gillian Thompson - Central Okanagan Sailing Association
Gillian has a long history of volunteer service to the sailing community, not only in the Central Okanagan region, but provincially for BC, and nationally as well. From 1986, she has been directing nationally recognized Learn to Sail programming which enrolls more than 3000 students annually. While she deserves recognition for this activity alone, her ongoing dedication is also seen as she has championed national initiatives to recruit and retain women in sailing in Canada.
In 2014, Gillian chaired the highly successful Hobie 18 Women’s North American Sailing Championship and this past month she chaired the RE/MAX Sail Canada Women’s Keelboat Championships hosted by COSA at the Kelowna Yacht Club. This event was a resounding success not only for the 80 sailors from five provinces and two countries, but also in the regional legacy that was built as a new group of sailing enthusiasts.
Gillian’s recent accomplishments are not unexpected to her fellow members! She has already been recognized by the Central Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame as a Sport Builder, by BC Sailing as a Volunteer of the Year, and by Pacific Yachting as one of twenty-five who has made a difference to sailing in B.C.
Volunteer positions held:
Chair - Championship events, 1996 to present
Director – BC Sailing Board, 1994 to present
Director – COSA Learn to Sail Program, 1986 to present
Director - Sail Canada Board, 2009 - 2014
President – COSA, 2005 – 2007
Member - CYA Accessible Sailing Committee, 2003 – 2007
Sailing Chair – BC Disability Games, 2003
Sailing Director – BC Summer Games, 1996
Mission Staff – Canada Games Team BC, 1993
Host Organizer / Presenter – National Learn to Sail Symposium, 1992
The Central Okanagan Sailing Association is a Member Club with BC Sailing and Sail Canada. COSA’s sailing school is a registered CANSail Training Site, delivering CANSail Dinghy, & CANSail Para with Sail Canada certified Instructors. COSA annually runs a Youth Race Team, and offers weeknight racing to all members and open regattas for all in the region throughout the season.
Nominate a volunteer at your club today!
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1) Confirm that your club or sailing school is member in good standing &/or registered for the year -
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Information for Charity/Non-Charity Collaborators
Overview General Granting Guidelines Eligibility Restrictions Grants Software Online Portal Tutorials Workshop for Charities, Non-Charities, and Grant Applicants 2018 Grant Writing Workshop 2015 - Materials Information for Charity/Non-Charity Collaborators
Please note this is information only and not legal advice. If in doubt, please consult the CRA web site (link below) or contact a lawyer.
In order to assist registered charities to comply with Canada Revenue Agency requirements and protect their charitable numbers, the Foundation modified its application requirements in 2018. Organizations applying for a grant from the Foundation that are non-charities/non-qualified donees must collaborate with a registered charity/qualified donee. Collaboration means a meaningful partnership where the charity/qualified donee receiving the grant is involved in the administration and management of the project for which funding is granted. While non-charities/non-qualified donees may complete Letters of Intent and Grant Applications, they must identify a charity/qualified donee with whom they will collaborate on the project. If the Foundation’s Grants Committee selects the project of a non-charity/non-qualified donee to proceed to a full application, the the applicant will need to provide written documentation that a registered charity will take responsibility for the grant and for completing the project final report.
As a registered charity, Sunshine Coast Community Foundation can make grants only to other registered charities and qualified donees. Registered charities to whom we make grants are also restricted in how they can spend those grants. They can:
1. use the grant directly for their own purposes according to their constitution, bylaws, and charity application,
2. enter into a written agreement with another charity to grant the funds to that charity,
3. use the grant to contract with another entity to fulfill their own purposes (for e.g., to hire a facilitator to deliver a workshop relevant to the charity’s mission), or
4. use the grant in a collaborative project, evidenced by a written agreement, where the charity is involved in the management and administration of that project to a degree proportionate to their financial contribution. For example, if the non-charity’s project budget is $10,000 and the Foundation’s grant to the charity is $2,500, the charity should plan to be involved in ~25% of the project’s management and administration. This involvement should be approved by the charity’s Board and documented in Minutes of meetings or emails, as this documentation will be essential if the charity is audited by the CRA.
The collaboration arrangement between the non-charity/non-qualified donee and the charity/qualified donee should be written in the form of a contract to clarify the responsibilities of each party. From the CRA web site (link below):
"1.2. Direction and control when using intermediaries The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requires that a charity take all necessary measures to direct and control the use of its resources when carrying out activities through an intermediary [i.e., non-charity/non-qualified donee]. When carrying out activities through an intermediary, the following steps are strongly recommended:
· create a written agreement with the intermediary, and implement its terms
· communicate a clear, complete, and detailed description of the activity to the intermediary
· monitor and supervise the activity
· provide clear, complete, and detailed instructions to the intermediary on an ongoing basis
· arrange for the intermediary to keep the charity’s funds separate from its own, and to keep separate books and records
· make periodic transfers of resources, based on demonstrated performance.
A charity must maintain a record of steps taken to direct and control the use of its resources, as part of its books and records, to allow the CRA to verify that all of the charity's resources have been used for its own activities."
A guidebook to assist charities and non-charities in establishing healthy and responsible collaborations is available here.
See also the CRA’s web site on Using an Intermediary to Carry Out a Charity’s Activities.
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Antimicrobial Activity of Crinum defixum Ker - Gawler Leaves
Authors: A. Elaiyaraja, G. Chandramohan, J. Mariajancyrani
Citation: A. Elaiyaraja et al., "Antimicrobial Activity of Crinum defixum Ker - Gawler Leaves", International Letters of Natural Sciences, Vol. 46, pp. 8-15, 2015
An Efficient Solid Phase One Port Synthesis of Novel Triazolo[1,5-a]Pyrimidine Derivatives from 4-(4-Aminophenyl)Morpholin-3-One and Evaluation of their Antimicrobial Activity
Authors: Devang R. Prajapati, Kalpesh V. Vilapara, Yogesh T. Naliapara
Citation: D. R. Prajapati et al., "An Efficient Solid Phase One Port Synthesis of Novel Triazolo[1,5-a]Pyrimidine Derivatives from 4-(4-Aminophenyl)Morpholin-3-One and Evaluation of their Antimicrobial Activity", International Letters of Chemistry, Physics and Astronomy, Vol. 33, pp. 12-21, 2014
Synthesis, Characterization and Biological Evaluation of 3'-Benzoyl-5'-(Furan-2-yl)-4'-Phenylspiro[Indoline-3,2'-Pyrrolidin]-2-One Derivatives and its Molecular Docking Studies
Authors: D. Rajaraman, M. Arockia Doss, K. Krishnasamy
Citation: D. Rajaraman et al., "Synthesis, Characterization and Biological Evaluation of 3'-Benzoyl-5'-(Furan-2-yl)-4'-Phenylspiro[Indoline-3,2'-Pyrrolidin]-2-One Derivatives and its Molecular Docking Studies", International Letters of Chemistry, Physics and Astronomy, Vol. 79, pp. 17-28, 2018
Synthesis and Bio-Evaluation of Novel N-(4-(8-Methoxy-2-Oxo-2H-Chromen-3-Yl) Thiazol-2-Yl) Amide Derivatives
Authors: Nilay Shah, Pineshkumar N. Patel, Dhanji Rajani, Denish C. Karia
Citation: N. Shah et al., "Synthesis and Bio-Evaluation of Novel N-(4-(8-Methoxy-2-Oxo-2H-Chromen-3-Yl) Thiazol-2-Yl) Amide Derivatives", International Letters of Chemistry, Physics and Astronomy, Vol. 71, pp. 19-28, 2016
Phytochemical and Antifungal Efficacy of Leaf and Stem Bark Extracts of Parkia biglobosa on Fungi Associated with Seed Rot of Green Bean (Phaseolus vulgaries L.) in Akpabuyo, Cross River State, Nigeria
Authors: Patrick Ishoro Akwaji, Ekeng Ita Okon, Etim Johnson Umana, Aniedi Abasi Akpan Markson
Citation: P. I. Akwaji et al., "Phytochemical and Antifungal Efficacy of Leaf and Stem Bark Extracts of Parkia biglobosa on Fungi Associated with Seed Rot of Green Bean (Phaseolus vulgaries L.) in Akpabuyo, Cross River State, Nigeria", International Journal of Pharmacology, Phytochemistry and Ethnomedicine, Vol. 3, pp. 27-38, 2016
Synthesis and Antimicrobial Activity of Novel Series of Diversely Substituted Acetyl Pyrazoline Bearing Biphenyl Carbonitrile Motif
Authors: Pineshkumar N. Patel, Denish C. Karia
Citation: P. N. Patel and D. C. Karia, "Synthesis and Antimicrobial Activity of Novel Series of Diversely Substituted Acetyl Pyrazoline Bearing Biphenyl Carbonitrile Motif", International Letters of Chemistry, Physics and Astronomy, Vol. 69, pp. 42-48, 2016
Novel Antibacterial, Antifungal and Antiparasitic Activities of Quassia amara Wood Extract
Authors: Christian Diehl, Natalia Reznichenko, Rodolfo Casero, Laura Faenza, Cecilia Cuffini, Sara Palacios
Citation: C. Diehl et al., "Novel Antibacterial, Antifungal and Antiparasitic Activities of Quassia amara Wood Extract", International Journal of Pharmacology, Phytochemistry and Ethnomedicine, Vol. 2, pp. 62-71, 2016
Extraction, Physico-Chemical Characterization and Antimicrobial Screening of the Muscle Lipid of Cuttle Fish (Sepia esculenta) of the Bay of Bengal
Authors: Mohammad Al-Amin, M.H. Uddin, A. Afrin, K.B. Nath, S. Barua
Citation: M. Al-Amin et al., "Extraction, Physico-Chemical Characterization and Antimicrobial Screening of the Muscle Lipid of Cuttle Fish (Sepia esculenta) of the Bay of Bengal", International Letters of Chemistry, Physics and Astronomy, Vol. 36, pp. 87-97, 2014
Synthesis, Spectral Characterization and Biological Studies of Lanthanum(III) Complexes with 3-Substituted-4-Amino-5-Mercapo-1,4-Triazoles Schiff Bases
Authors: Mallikarjun S. Yadawe, Shrishila N. Unki, Sangamesh A. Patil
Citation: M. S. Yadawe et al., "Synthesis, Spectral Characterization and Biological Studies of Lanthanum(III) Complexes with 3-Substituted-4-Amino-5-Mercapo-1,4-Triazoles Schiff Bases", International Letters of Chemistry, Physics and Astronomy, Vol. 17, pp. 94-104, 2013
Synthesis and In Vitro Antibacterial and Antifungal Evaluation of Quinoline Analogue Azetidin and Thiazolidin Derivatives
Authors: Shraddha M. Prajapati, Rajesh H. Vekariya, Kinjal D. Patel, Shyamali N. Panchal, Hitesh D. Patel, Dhanji P. Rajani, Smita Rajani
Citation: S. M. Prajapati et al., "Synthesis and In Vitro Antibacterial and Antifungal Evaluation of Quinoline Analogue Azetidin and Thiazolidin Derivatives", International Letters of Chemistry, Physics and Astronomy, Vol. 39, pp. 195-210, 2014
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Hurricane Michael leaves long-term rebuild for Florida
Steve Bittenbender
Hurricane Michael blew through the Florida panhandle nearly two weeks ago, but it appears the major storm will have long-lasting effects on the state’s commercial fishing industry.
The state’s shellfish industries were especially hard-hit, as the storm impacted areas known for clam and oyster beds.
T.J. Ward, whose family has worked in the shellfish business for five generations, said his aquaculture business “is done for at least a year or two” in an interview with WBUR radio in Boston.
“The damage in Apalachicola is the worst I've ever seen, and locals that are older than me and been through more hurricanes haven't seen it this bad,” he said.
The impact to fisheries isn’t just to human structures, as the environment can be heavily impacted by flood waters changing the shape of the landscape.
"We won't know how this system responds until after. When you look at catastrophic storms, very often they can shift baselines in systems," Duane DeFreese, executive director of the Indian River Lagoon National Estuary Program, told Florida Today. "Completely over-wash the wetland, upland transitions, and then it takes some time for systems to recover. The commercial fishing impacts on this could be extreme."
The effects also will be felt beyond the Gulf for at least one company.
According to The Seattle Times, Michael took a nearly-completed 261-foot trawler and ripped it from the shipyard’s mooring in Panama City, Florida. The ship, being built at Eastern Shipbuilding for Glacier Fish Co., was supposed to depart for Alaska in November and start processing groundfish.
“There is a lot of work and a huge amount of effort that goes into this, and we were so close,” Glacier Fish Co. President Jim Johnson said.
Company officials said they had not yet determined the extent of the damage to the ship, which was discovered on foundering on its starboard side in Saint Andrews Bay.
According to a statement by the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council, NOAA Fisheries has determined “catastrophic conditions” exist in 22 Florida counties and 10 in Alabama. The ruling means federally permitted dealers who have no access to electronic reporting are allowed to use paper forms to submit red snapper and grouper-tilefish landings. That authorization is currently expected to be in effect until 21 November.
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Purdy: Rory McIlroy reiterates dominance with…
Purdy: Rory McIlroy reiterates dominance with 10th PGA Tour victory
By Mark Purdy and San Jose Mercury News |
SAN FRANCISCO — Perhaps you missed the memo. Perhaps you were otherwise occupied over the weekend with so many other sports. But while you were busy watching basketball or boxing or horse racing or baseball or lawn darts or whatever … well, Rory McIlroy visited the Bay Area and sent a searing message.
This was the message, underlined and in bold letters: Right now in his game, there is Rory McIlroy. And then there is everybody else.
“I”m proud of myself for this,” McIlroy said as he accepted the winning trophy on the final green of the WGC Cadillac Match Play tournament.
He should be proud, even if most casual fans won”t appreciate exactly what he accomplished at damp and breezy Harding Park, owing to the distractions of the ridiculously clogged sports calendar.
For one thing, McIlroy continued his assault on golf history. He turns 26 years old Monday. Sunday was his 10th PGA Tour victory. Only two other men have earned 10 Tour victories by age 26. Their names? Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods.
“Every time I have a win, I keep hearing those guys” names come up,” McIlroy joked. “It”s great to be mentioned with the likes of Tiger and Jack.”
Expect further such mentions in the next few years.
Know why? McIlroy is the one current player who can consistently reach into his bag and pull out a club to hit a shot that can stun the masses. No one else is close. You certainly can”t put Woods or Phil Mickelson in that discussion at this stage of their careers. Jordan Spieth, the 21-year-old Masters champion, was supposed to use last month”s victory as a catapult to attack McIlroy”s No. 1 world ranking. But what happened here at Harding? Over the tournament”s first three days, Spieth stumbled and failed to qualify for the final 16-man bracket, exiting the premises on Friday night.
McIlroy is pulling away from Spieth and the rest of the golf universe, not retreating. That was made ever so clear over the past week before smallish but enthusiastic galleries.
Match play is the closest thing golf has to boxing or tennis. It pairs off golfers for a series of head-to-head confrontations over 18 holes or more. Winning the annual WGC match play title requires playing seven of those head-to-head duels over a span of five days.
“As a mental test, I don”t think we face anything tougher,” McIlroy said. “I think we face things just as tough in terms of majors. The U.S. Open gets really tough and the Masters is always a mental grind. But to play seven matches in five days is as tough as it”s going to get for us.”
To grind out those matches in the fashion McIlroy did is even tougher — and will be considered even more impressive in retrospect.
In three of McIlroy”s seven victories at Harding, he walked the edge of defeat by falling behind on the scoreboard — and in fact, was trailing in all three as he stood on the 16th green. But each time, McIlroy rallied to a comeback victory, even if he needed extra holes to get the job done.
Sunday was the corker, as McIlroy unveiled a performance they”ll talk about in match play circles for a long while. He awoke at 4:30 a.m. to tee off at 6:45 and complete a suspended-by-darkness quarterfinal victory over Paul Casey. A few hours later, McIlroy trailed savvy veteran Jim Furyk in the quarterfinals by one hole as they walked to the 17th tee.
Thus began the day”s most staggering sequence.
First, McIlroy hit a sweet 7-iron into the par-3 green, made birdie and squared up the match. Next, at the 18th green, Furyk was waiting his turn at a birdie putt when McIlroy rolled in a 44-footer for an eagle three to clinch the match, as the crowd gasped and roared. Over the span of 15 minutes, McIlroy had effectively reversed a choke hold and pinned his opponent to the mat. Furyk is still waiting to hit that birdie putt. McIlroy just smiled as he walked off the green.
“I wish I didn”t have to win it this way all the time,” he joked, then took a brief break before going out to face Gary Woodland in the afternoon championship match.
Woodland, a game competitor ranked No. 52 in the world, had ridden a series of upsets to reach Sunday”s finals. But he had no chance against McIlroy, who blew out to a big lead and cruised.
There was one brief moment on the back nine when Woodland appeared on the verge of making a charge. But he rimmed out a 4-foot putt on the 13th green that could have closed the gap to one hole. McIlroy smelled blood and finished off the job.
“When I missed that putt,” Woodland said, “Rory definitely flipped a switch. He didn”t miss a shot coming in after that. He was walking a little more quickly. You could tell … You look at other guys that have dominated their sports, they have that gear. And Rory did it at the highest level today.”
McIlroy said that in his display case at home, the WGC Match Play trophy will receive just slightly less prominent display than his four major championship trophies. He also planned to fill the trophy”s bowl with some “alcoholic beverage” to celebrate his birthday. On Monday morning, as he does every Monday morning, he plans to boot up the World Golf rankings and examine the state of his No. 1 ranking, which he has held since last August.
“I look to see how large my lead is, or hopefully what my lead is,” McIlroy said. “But I don”t need any wins or anything for validation … I”m on my journey. I”ll see where I get to.”
On his trip to the Bay Area, he got to show us why he”s the best — even if not all of us were paying close attention. That”s what the best always do.
Read Mark Purdy”s blog at blogs.mercurynews.com/purdy. Contact him at mpurdy@mercurynews.com. Follow him on Twitter at twitter.com/MercPurdy.
Mark Purdy
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Extended stay hotels included in latest Arbor Lodging portfolio acquisition
US: Chicago-based Arbor Lodging Partners has acquired a $135 million hotel portfolio, which includes three extended stay/serviced apartment properties.
The portfolio includes the Residence Inn Salt Lake City Downtown, Springhill Suites Minneapolis/Bloomington and Hampton Inn & Suites Minneapolis/Bloomington, as well as two further Hampton Inns and a Hyatt Place.
The acquisition expands the company's portfolio to 25 full-service and select-service hotels. The properties will be managed by Arbor Lodging Partners' affiliate, Arbor Lodging Management.
"We are thrilled to have added such a diverse set of properties and markets to our portfolio in our continued efforts to make value-add investments in the hospitality space," said Vamsi Bonthala, chief executive officer of Arbor Lodging Partners. "Consistent with our strategic investment plans, as well as the guiding principles of Arbor Lodging, we relish the opportunity to invest in, and make an economic impact on, each of the local Minneapolis, Santa Barbara, Boston, Dallas and Salt Lake City communities, all while continuing our own growth as an influential investment and management firm."
Upon acquisition, Arbor Lodging Partners will begin renovation of each property to include updates to all guest rooms, guest bathrooms, lobbies and common areas, as well as meeting spaces and food and beverage outlets.
"Each hotel is well-situated in its own community and has a long history of guest satisfaction for both corporate and leisure travellers, alike," said Sheenal Patel, CEO of Arbor Lodging Management. "We are excited to work closely with each property team to continue to drive success by improving operations where necessary and creating memorable and engaging experiences for guests."
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Shannon Duty Free is delighted to present our new website showcasing the best of indigenous and innovative Irish design and the most popular products from our stores in the Bunratty Folk Park and at Shannon Duty-Free.
Our online shop stocks a wide range of gorgeous glassware from many corners of the country. Not forgetting the exceptionall Irish jewellery, the epitome of elegance.
From remote island origins to household name, we carry the amazing, authentic Aran knitwear, with sweaters and accessories keeping ladies, men, children and babies everywhere snug and stylish. Here you’ll also find the crème de la crème of traditional Irish products from the likes of Avoca, Foxford Woollen Mills and Carraig Donn – their exquisite throws, rugs, blankets and clothing made of sumptuously soft lambswool and marvellous mohair are totally à la mode.
For Downton Abbey fans, the cute flapper caps and other contemporary couture by Mucros Weavers will certainly help you look chic with their colourful quirkiness. The beautiful batch of capes and clothing with their tantalizing wool textures, from the homegrown talent of Áine Behan, Jimmy Hourihan and Patrick Francis, are very in vogue. And then there’s the eclectic and exciting array of perfumes, pewter, jewellery and button art also on offer.
The Shannon region has always been at the forefront of Irish fashion and giftware – the first ever duty-free shop began trading at the airport in 1947. Kitty Downes opened her kiosk to sell fine Irish lace and linen to the numerous travellers passing through. Our shop today has a vast variety of top quality products at highly competitive prices, while our shop and collect service allows you to browse and buy without adding to your outbound baggage.
We pioneered the duty free concept then and are extremely proud to carry on that legacy now by bringing the best of Irish design to the world. We’re passionate about our products and with shipping to the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Europe, our website offers our worldwide friends the opportunity to have these perfect presents delivered straight from our shelves to yours.
In the early 1930s, the townland of Rineanna (“meeting place of the birds” in Gaelic) along the north side of the Shannon estuary in County Clare was reputed as an ideal spot for wild duck and geese shooting. This same large, muddy, flat terrain near the sea was pinpointed as a perfect place for aviation activity. The first passenger aircraft, a Belgian airliner, landed at Rineanna in July 1939, and thus, Shannon Airport gradually came to be.
The airport made history by opening the world’s first-ever duty-free industrial zone in 1947, selling souvenirs and gifts. The rest of our story is equally unique. In its heyday, the tarmac and terminal welcomed leading Hollywood screen stars and celebrities, including the marvelous Marilyn Monroe, the multi-talented Gene Kelly and the magnificent Yul Brenner.
The beloved John F. Kennedy and his wife Jackie graced the runway on their historic visit to Ireland to trace their ancestors in June 1963, just five months before the US President’s tragic death. And legend has it that the inaugural Irish Coffee, an integral part of the Gaelic gastronomic culture, was first served in the midst of our departure lounge. If those walls could talk, we’re sure they would tell scintillating stories of glamour and glory.
Shannon Airport is situated at the most westerly point of the European continent, making it geographically important and the ideal stepping stone between Europe and America. Transatlantic and European flights run throughout the year, direct to cities such as New York, Boston, Philadelphia, and Chicago, as well as to numerous destinations across Europe. As a gateway to the globe, our airport provides limitless possibilities.
Last year, just over 1.7 million passengers passed through our departure gates. And these numbers are growing year on year as travellers discover the easy journey experience and first-class facilities found at Shannon Airport.
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The Flash races out of BLACKEST NIGHT and into the first graphic novel collection of his new monthly title written bycomics hottest writer Geoff Johns (BLACKEST NIGHT, GREEN LANTERN).
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The Flash races out of BLACKEST NIGHT and into the first graphic novel collection of his new monthly title written bycomics hottest writer Geoff Johns (BLACKEST NIGHT, GREEN LANTERN). The all-new adventures of The Fastest ManAlive start with "Case One: The Dastardly Death of the Rogues!" Barry Allen, The Flash, runs back to his life in Central City, but when one of the Rogues turns up murdered under mysterious circumstances, it's up to The Fastest Man Alive to not onlysolve this bizarre crime, but protect those that are still targeted by the elusive killer. This storyline ties directly into BRIGHTEST DAY, the direct follow-up to the biggest comics event of 2009, BLACKEST NIGHT.
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New cameras keep eye on construction in Caddo
Project CAM allows citizens to view parish public works projects underway throughout Caddo Parish.
New cameras keep eye on construction in Caddo Project CAM allows citizens to view parish public works projects underway throughout Caddo Parish. Check out this story on shreveporttimes.com: https://www.shreveporttimes.com/story/news/2018/06/12/new-cameras-keep-eye-construction-caddo/694227002/
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A new camera system will allow citizens to view parish public works projects underway throughout Caddo Parish.(Photo: Submitted)
The Parish of Caddo Public Works Department has implemented a new tool for residents to stay up to date on construction projects — Project CAM. The camera system will allow citizens to view parish public works projects underway throughout Caddo Parish. The camera will be moved to each new construction project and will be available to be deployed in areas of concern, such as flooding locations.
“We are excited to introduce Project CAM to our residents to allow our construction efforts to be open and more transparent,” said Robert Glass, Caddo Parish director of Public Works.
“We hope that providing real time access to these projects provides a snapshot into the work that goes into supporting our 800 miles of Parish roadway and 166 bridge and drainage infrastructures,” Glass said.
Currently, Project CAM is overseeing the $1.1M Linwood Avenue bridge reconstruction project. The Public Works Project CAM is now live and active with access from www.caddo.org.
2018 Public Works projects include a 13 span replacement for the Linwood Avenue Bridge, road overlay and rehab project. The parish also plans a replacement of two bridges on Providence Road, replacement of bridges on Pine Hill Road and Keithville-Springridge Road, and other smaller drainage projects throughout the parish.
Motorists are encouraged to check the status of road construction conditions prior to beginning commutes and access up-to-date information regarding parish construction activities and other critical incidents at www.caddo.org.
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Exavian Christon and JaColby Pemberton lead Louisiana Tech past Tougaloo
La. Tech's Exavian Christon and JaColby Pemberton combined to score 34 in an 87-68 victory over Tougaloo
Exavian Christon and JaColby Pemberton lead Louisiana Tech past Tougaloo La. Tech's Exavian Christon and JaColby Pemberton combined to score 34 in an 87-68 victory over Tougaloo Check out this story on shreveporttimes.com: https://www.shreveporttimes.com/story/sports/college/la-tech/2018/11/20/exavian-christon-and-jacolby-pemberton-lead-la-tech-past-tougaloo/2076010002/
Staff Reports Published 10:33 p.m. CT Nov. 20, 2018 | Updated 10:33 p.m. CT Nov. 20, 2018
Louisiana Tech men's basketball coach Eric Konkol details what he's liked from his team over the offseason. Cory Diaz, bdiaz@thenewsstar.com
Exavian Christon dropped a career-high 20 points.(Photo: Donny J Crowe/LATech Athletics)
RUSTON – Four different Louisiana Tech players set new career highs in scoring on Tuesday night, including guards Exavian Christon and JaColby Pemberton, who combined to score 34 in what ended up as an 87-68 victory over Tougaloo inside the Thomas Assembly Center on Karl Malone Court.
Coming into the game, Tech (4-1) had a different leading scorer in every game so far this season. That fact remained true as the sophomore Christon poured in 20 points on 8-of-14 shooting. Right behind him was the sophomore Pemberton who got his first career start and posted his first career double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds.
Despite being down a guard in Derric Jean, as well as DaQuan Bracey not being 100 percent and Amorie Archibald leaving the game due to injury, the home Bulldogs were able to hold the visiting Bulldogs who were averaging 93 points per game to just 67.
“I knew we were going to play a team that played with a smaller lineup and could really shoot the basketball,” head coach Eric Konkol said. That posed some challenges for us on the perimeter. I thought we came out a little flat and that our energy level was not where it needed to be. Tougaloo tried to really slow the game down with their zone. At the end of the half, we got a couple of baskets and a couple of stops that ignited us and it carried over into the second half.”
The sluggish play lasted for most of the first half as Tougaloo (6-2) cut the deficit down to five at 31-26 on a made 3-pointer by Kourey Davis with exactly three minutes to go in the game.
From there, Tech was able to hold them scoreless on defense while getting three straight layups by forward Oliver Powell inside and a much-needed triple from guard Ra’Shawn Langston to make it a 40-26 advantage going into halftime.
The run continued coming out of the locker room. Tougaloo got the first bucket of the second stanza, but Tech responded with a 13-0 run that included one of Christon’s two three-pointers on the night to make it a 25-point edge just three minutes in.
“Exavian played the wing position, the guard position and the point guard position,” Konkol said. “JaColby we started at the small forward and put him as a power forward at times. Their versatility was really important to us tonight. They made some really good decisions on both ends of the floor.”
That lead hovered around 25 for the majority of the game going forward as the home ‘Dogs picked up their third home win of the season.
Rebounding was in favor of Tech yet again, beating Tougaloo on the glass 47-33. It marked the fourth straight game with 40-plus boards and 14-plus offensive boards.
The home Bulldogs shot 47 percent from the field (30-of-64) with eight 3-pointers. Powell finished with 13 points and Langston added a career-high 12 off the bench. Freshman forward Stacey Thomas saw 13 minutes of action, posting a career-high seven points and five rebounds.
Tougaloo was 26-of-63 from the field for 41 percent and limited to 7-of-21 from beyond the arc for 33 percent. They were led in scoring by Davis who finished with 20.
Next up for Tech is a matchup with UNC Greensboro in the Delaware Invitational in Newark, Delaware. Tipoff is on Saturday at 4 p.m. CT.
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Looking for an experienced speaker to engage your church or group about mission? SIM Representatives in NSW/ACT, VIC/TAS, SA/WA/NT, QLD are available as guest speakers for mission events, youth groups, prayer groups, and other ministry events.
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Dr Omar Djoeandy
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Omar is ethnically Chinese, born in Indonesia and an Australian since the age of 10. Trained as a General Practitioner, he practised medicine in Australia and Kenya. From 1998-2003, Omar served as a Pastor at Nairobi Chapel. As former National Director of SIM Australia (2004-2019), Omar provided visionary, courageous and team-building leadership that contributed to SIM Australia’s growth. He has visited 21 countries and preached in 12 countries in Africa, Asia and South America. He is continuing to revise
and publish Redefining Success, the book he wrote in 2002 when pastoring in Nairobi Chapel, Kenya. He is married to Kay, a Counsellor, and they have three young adult children.
Omar, as a member of SIM Australia, is serving half-time as a Missions Engagement Consultant – advocating for SIM by inspiring, challenging and equipping churches and people for global mission, especially towards the least reached.
David Fauchon
NSW/ACT/QLD Regional Ministry Director
David and his wife Michelle, along with their four children, served in Santiago, Chile with SIM from 2009 to 2014. They were helping churches strengthen their ministries to families through marriage preparation, marriage courses, parenting courses and evangelism.
David currently serves as NSW/ACT/QLD Regional Ministry Director. David is able to talk about Mission from the perspective of someone who has served on the field and now in a sending capacity as well. His perspective is both practical and recent.
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Mike and his wife served in Pakistan for seven years. Since then Mike has been full-time engaged in helping Australian churches reach out cross-culturally. He also lectures part-time at various Bible Colleges in subjects including Multicultural Ministry, Christian Understanding of Buddhism and Old Testament. Mike also produces resources for cross-cultural ministry.
Deanna Richey
Personnel & Member Care Director
Deanna serves as Personnel and Member Care Director in SIM Australia’s Executive team. She provides leadership, coaching, expertise and support to the team responsible for candidate procession, pastoral care for missionaries and people development and training. This vital role contributes significantly towards providing holistic care for SIM Australia workers and supporting them through the ‘lifecycle’ of serving as a missionary.
Neil Sim
Regional Ministry Director VIC/TAS
Neil has over 10 years field experience in East and West Africa. Along with the SIM Victoria/Tasmania team he seeks to continue developing strong partnerships with local churches, journeying with enquirers and applicants, connecting with mission-minded young adults and involving volunteers and alumni in the promotion of Christian mission.
Brendan Short
VIC/TAS Mission Mobiliser
Brendan’s focus is on working through Vision Psalm 72:9 to recruit people and churches to pray out workers for the desert tribes. He also helps to facilitate the training of those workers He sends out through Vision Psalm 72:9 internships and other internship options.
Mission Mobiliser
Esther and her husband started a home church and pioneered a school and vocational centre in South Asia. Following the death of her husband in 2007, Esther and her daughter carried on this ministry. Alongside her team, Esther provides quality education and empowerment to marginalised women and children in a large urban city. In 2015, she received an award for her service to women in South Asia. now based in Melbourne, Esther has a heart for sharing with churches and other groups about her ministry and journey.
Alan Millhouse
Regional Ministry Director SA/WA/NT
Alan’s role is to facilitate more missionaries, support and funds from SA/NT and WA through SIM for Christ’s global mission. This involves providing leadership to the SIM state ministry teams, journeying with applicants, providing support to SIM missionaries and their churches, preaching and teaching, discipling enquirers and connecting with volunteers.
Steve Early
Mobilisation and Training Director
Steve’s role is to oversee the Regional Ministry Directors, Projects Coordinator, and Church Engagement Coordinator. He also serves as the Training Coordinator for SIM Australia.
Steve and his wife Terry previously served with SIM in Ethiopia between 1987 and 2008. Prior to that Steve was involved with agricultural development in West Africa. They remain active in cross-cultural ministry.
Jay Knight
Mission Mobiliser QLD
Jay is from America. He met his wife, who is from QLD, while serving in mission in Haiti. He served as a mission leader at an American church before joining SIM and serving in South East Asia for 6.5 years where they partnered with local missionaries to serve communities where Christ is least known. Jay’s been mobilising in QLD since March of 2017. His heart is to see the multi-ethnic community of God’s children reflecting Jesus’ grace and love to the nations.
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Governor Rick Scott today 5/28/13 signed SB 52 at Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High School, banning the use of wireless communications devices while driving.
Governor Scott said, “As a father and a grandfather, texting while driving is something that concerns me when my loved ones are on the road. The 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are known as the deadliest days on the road for teenagers. We must do everything we can at the state level to keep our teenagers and everyone on our roads safe. I cannot think of a better time to officially sign this bill into law.”
The bill signed today prohibits a person from manually typing or entering multiple letters, numbers, symbols or other characters into a wireless communications device. This includes text messaging, emailing and instant messaging through smart phones.
Governor Scott was by joined representatives from AT&T, Verizon Communications, The Florida Department of Transportation, Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and Miami Children’s Hospital, along with students and teachers from Alonzo Mourning Senior High School who signed their names to pledge to not text while driving.
Senator Nancy Detert said, “I am thrilled that Governor Scott has supported the legislature and signed this bill. Texting while driving is an issue we see on our roads every day, and the distractions it causes has negatively affected too many Floridians. Thanks to the support of the Governor and the Legislature, this new law can now lead the way to making our roads safer for Florida drivers and will help teens to form safe driving habits.”
Representative Doug Holder said, “I am proud to join the Governor today in signing SB 52. Not only will this new law encourage responsible driving, it will teach our youngest drivers to put away their phones and concentrate on the road. This will protect Florida families across the state, which is something we should all be thankful for.”
Marshall Criser, AT&T Florida- State President said, “We applaud Governor Rick Scott for signing this important legislation. Through the commitment of Sen. Nancy Detert and Representative Doug Holder, as well as the Governor and the Legislative leadership, Florida has reinforced the message that texting while driving is a deadly habit. It’s a simple message. No text is worth dying for, It Can Wait.”
Julie Jones, Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Executive Director said, “Nothing is so important that it is worth risking your life by sending a text message while behind the wheel of a vehicle. This legislation will help send the message to all drivers that they need to keep their eyes on the road, not on their cell phone.”
Ananth Prasad, Secretary of the Florida Department of Transportation said, “The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) applauds Governor Scott for signing legislation to ban texting while driving. This action will be an important step to reduce distracted driving on Florida’s roadways.”
Beth Bailey, Director, Government/Education, Verizon Wireless said, “Verizon is urging to ensuring our customers and all wireless communication device users make responsible decisions behind the wheel; responsible driving should be everyone’s first priority. We are proud to join Gov. Scott and our industry today to stress to drivers of every generation, across the state of Florida, that when you’re behind the wheel it can wait.”
Dr. Narendra Kini, President and CEO of Miami Children’s Hospital said, “As a leader in pediatric care, Miami Children’s Hospital wholeheartedly supports the new law banning texting while driving. Making this activity illegal sends a clear message about the associated dangers and will reduce the number of vehicular traumas in our state, providing a safer environment for our children and for all.”
Although we at Sinclair Law support a bill banning texting while driving, this bill is a secondary law which means it really has no teeth. Police officers cannot pull someone over just for texting alone. They have to have another reason and then they can address somone who has been texting. If someone is found guilty of texting, its a $30 fine. Some parking tickets are more than that. Oh well, it’s a start.
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Tuesday's Racing Tips (7th November)
A busy evening so I will simply detail a few hopes:
1:10 Wolverhampton -
Paul Cole is an able trainer. He hasn't had a great number of juveniles this season but always worthy of note when they make their second start. Towelrads Boy wasn't fancied on debut at Leicester over 6f on good to soft going. I was quite impressed by the physique of this American-bred son of Red Jazz. A strong-looking colt with powerful hindquarters. A sturdy bay who I suspect was sent out for a run. Certainly looks a wise purchase at just £20,000. In truth, it was a fair maiden. Towelrads Boy was up with the pace and tired in the closing staged. Interesting to see this horse is dropped back in distance. He showed fair pace on debut but it is worth noting there is a marked difference between the pace of five and six furlongs. It isn't beyond the realms his April foal could be outpaced. Whether this is a wise move or not only time will tell. However, I would consider the trainer knows best and especially on this second start as Cole places his two-year-olds to go well. I would be tempted to watch the betting and only back this horse if priced 13/2 & less SP. You could always bet at 10/1 (price at the time of writing) in hope of anticipating a gamble but you may regret that idea if very weak in the market.
Conclusion: Not the easiest of horses to assess and the reason why best to take care with this horse's betting guide. The major reason for consideration: a good-looking colt, trainer record with juveniles on the second start & (hopefully) backed to 13/2 & less SP. Could be a worthy each-way bet if so.
5:15 Kempton -
Saeed bin Suroor must feel like the poor relation to Charlie Appleby this season. A real lack of quality juveniles in his string has made life difficult. A consequence, the level of his two-year-olds has fallen. Racing Country is a home-bred son of Dubawi who made his debut at Goodwood over one mile. This strong-looking juvenile wasn't fancied in a small field but it does give some confidence starting his career at a grade 1 course. This February foal showed up well for a long way before tiring in the closing furlong, which suggests this drop in distance will give added vim. Bin Suroor gave this juvenile a group entry which adds to confidence. Looks to hold each-way chances.
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Ray Allen’s Last Games as a Celtic?
by SLAM Staff June 13, 2010
There are reports coming out of Boston that Ray Allen’s time in Boston may be coming to an end. According to the New York Daily News:
The latest buzz has Ray Allen looking to bolt the Celtics when he becomes free on July 1 to join Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh in Miami…
Sources close to the Celtics’ veteran shooting guard say that he’s not exactly thrilled that Rajon Rondo is playing a more prominent role in the offense, and is looking at Miami as a potential destination. Bosh has long been rumored to be leaving Toronto to go to the Heat, which intends to re-sign Wade and has enough cap space to land Bosh with a maximum-salary deal.
From the Celtics’ standpoint, they’d like to keep Allen, although he’s looked every bit his age (he’ll be 35 in July) during the Finals. When asked about Boston’s “window of opportunity” closing for good in this title run, Rivers said, “I don’t think it is. I think Kevin (Garnett) is going to be better next year, a year away from surgery. Hopefully, we sign Ray back – I think I can say that. If not, I just got fined.”
Allen has struggled mightily since his record breaking performance in Game 2, but if he breaks out of his funk in time to secure another title for the Celtic faithful, it will be hard to imagine him in another uniform next season.
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Stephen Jones ‘betting on’ Ezekiel Elliott avoiding ‘bad decisions’ going forward
Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones believes Ezekiel Elliott will do a better job of avoiding “bad decisions” after serving his suspension.
Elliott ultimately accepted a six-game suspension levied against him by the NFL following a protracted legal process. The second-year running back will serve the final game of his six-game suspension in Week 15, sitting out the Cowboys’ Sunday night showdown with the Oakland Raiders.
Jones, while appearing this week on “The Ticket” KTCK-AM (1310) and KTCK-FM (96.7), expressed confidence that Elliott has learned his lesson. Although Jones was quick to point out the Cowboys organization never necessarily agreed with the severity of the punishment.
“Obviously, we’ve had our differences in what his punishment, what his accountability should have been. But at the end of the day, he’s made some bad decisions,” Jones said, as transcribed by The Dallas Morning News. “Whatever the length [of his suspension] was, to say he was without fault – I think everybody agrees he’s made some bad decisions.
“… And hopefully in his time off he’s certainly going through that in his mind in terms of what it’s going to take, and hopefully when we get him back he’ll come back ready to go and help us make a run.”
Jones was asked if the Cowboys can count on Elliott going forward especially given another misstep could yield harsher consequences.
“I think he understands that. We understand that,” Jones said. “We all know that once you have your first punishment, the second one is usually harsher. And I’m betting on Zeke.”
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has been consistently critical of the NFL’s handling of the Elliott case. He suggested the punishment was the result of an “over-correction” by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell in response to the public relations disaster the league endured over its mishandling of the Ray Rice case.
All told, the Cowboys will be happy to see Elliott return while remaining hopeful he leaves those “bad decisions” in the past.
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LeBron James on future: ‘No idea at this point’
Brandon Molleur
Friday night, the Golden State Warriors finished off an anti-climatic four-game sweep over LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Finals to win their third title in four years. The unceremonious elimination game ended up being a 108-85 blowout with most of the second half played in “garbage time.
It became clear the margin of talent between these two teams was one of the largest we have seen in a Finals. Now, it begs the question — where will LeBron James go now? Well, The King is not sure yet, either, saying he has “no idea at this point.”
“The one thing that I’ve always done is considered, obviously, my family,” James said. “Understanding especially where my boys are at this point in their age. They were a lot younger the last time I made a decision like this four years ago. I’ve got a teenage boy, a preteen and a little girl that wasn’t around as well.
“So sitting down and considering everything, my family is a huge part of whatever I’ll decide to do in my career, and it will continue to be that. So I don’t have an answer for you right now as far as that.”
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LeBron on his upcoming free agency decision: “I still want to be in championship mode.”
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As far as the family aspect goes, LeBron’s son, LeBron James Jr., will be entering high school after one more year — which could be an important factor in LeBron’s decision. If LeBron wants his son to play for his alma mater, St. Vincent–St. Mary High School, then staying in Cleveland would be appealing.
But if LeBron is all about winning, teams like the Houston Rockets (if they can afford it), Philadelphia 76ers, San Antonio Spurs and even the Boston Celtics would all be more practical going forward. The Los Angeles Lakers has been included in the LeBron rumors, but if James wants to win a title, the Lakers are unlikely a desirable destination. That said, expect the conjecture to ramp up now that the Cavaliers’ run ended in such a dismal manner.
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Dunkin’ Donuts serves ‘Eagles World Champions’ cups in New England
| September 3, 2018
New England Patriots fans were left with a bad taste in their mouths after some Dunkin’ Donuts outposts in the Boston area mistakenly served beverages in cups featuring the message “Eagles World Champions” on them.
News of the unfortunate gaffe came via a Facebook post from Boston’s Fun 107 radio station.
Oops. It certainly has been a rough few weeks for New Englanders when it comes to being reminded about the Patriots’ tough loss to the Eagles in Super Bowl LII, intentional or otherwise.
As word of the mix-up spread on social media, Dunkin’ Donuts — headquartered in Canton, Mass., incidentally — immediately pulled the cups and issued a statement.
“We appreciate our loyal customers for bringing this to our attention, and we are taking steps to ensure all of our local stores are stocked with the correct cups. Go Pats.” the company’s statement read, via The Sun Chronicle.
It turns out that the Eagles cups were supposed to be used in the Philadelphia market — obviously — while the Boston-area outposts were supposed to be shipped Patriots cups.
Quite the egregious mistake, indeed, but certainly not the end of the world … although Patriots fans who had the unpleasant experience of having their Dunkin’ Donuts drinks served in cups bearing “Eagles World Champions” may have done a spit-take.
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As the Holy-Spirit-inspired historical accounts of four men about the life and death of God’s son, Jesus, the Gospels highlight the tension of varied perspectives.
While each Gospel can stand on its own as a reliable account, the authors—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—wrote with different purposes and to different audiences. Each writer had to make decisions about which pieces of the story to include. In Matthew’s Gospel, he is primarily concerned with convincing a predominantly Jewish audience that Jesus was God’s chosen Messiah and a continuation of God’s mission to restore Israel. Mark’s Gospel proceeds at breakneck speed, and he focuses more on the acts of Jesus that display his authority and power than on his teaching. Luke is, in his Gospel account, mostly concerned with strengthening and encouraging the fledgling Christian movement in the face of opposition. In John’s Gospel, Jesus, the Word through whom all things were created, has now returned to do the work of the one who sent him.
Though each of the Gospels is unique in perspective, Matthew, Mark, and Luke are more alike in their uniqueness. They include so many of the same stories, in such similar sequences, with such similar wording that they are frequently referred to as the “Synoptic Gospels” as they provide a general summary of Jesus’ time on earth. There are fewer than 30 unique verses in Mark—over 95 percent of Mark’s content appears in either Matthew or Luke or both. It is generally accepted that Matthew and Luke each made use of Mark as a resource as they wrote their Gospels, and the interplay of sameness and uniqueness can be seen in the accounts of Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11, Mark 1:12-13, and Luke 4:1-13). For Mark this event was an important moment to make note of, but for Matthew and Luke it was worthy of a deeper retelling.
In contrast to the synoptics, John contains fewer parables, more long discourses, and a different sequence of events. There is a less-than-ten-percent overlap between John and the other Gospels. John has a more reflective tone than the other Gospels because rather than focusing on events as the other Gospel writers did, John is more deeply concerned with communicating the meaning behind what Jesus said and did.
Ultimately, all four of these Gospels lead to the same conclusion about the same man: Jesus Christ is the Son of God and the only means for salvation. However, seeing Jesus through these four perspectives provides us a multifaceted view of Jesus that reveals more than any of the accounts can on their own.
We are spending this year reading through all of the Gospels as we seek to know and understand Jesus deeper. It's never too late to jump in and read along with us! If you would like to share your experience reading the Gospel Reading Plan, email our Content Coordinator, Katie Schmidt at kschmidt@summitconnect.org.
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Safety improved with new separated bikeway now complete
Cyclists of all abilities can now cycle in greater safety with completion of the first two stages of the Sunshine Coast’s first separated bikeway.
The three metre wide, two lane (one lane each way) bikeway is completely separated from vehicle and pedestrian traffic, providing dedicated bicycle access along Brisbane Road, between Neerim Drive and Culbara Street and along Bindaree Crescent. The bikeway is being delivered in stages and will eventually stretch from Mooloolaba to Minyama.
Division 4 Councillor Chris Thompson said the bikeway was a significant asset for the region and would be a popular route for local families, commuters, school children, sports and recreational cyclists and visitors.
“Separating the bikeway from the road provides a safer ride for cyclists as well as helping to ease traffic congestion,” Cr Thompson said.
“The upgrade also provided a safer and more attractive environment for pedestrians through significant streetscape improvements including new footpaths, new plants, new car parking zones and upgrades to stormwater infrastructure.
“The bikeway and streetscape has revitalised the overall precinct.”
Cr Thompson said council was grateful to traders and residents for their cooperation during the construction period.
“With the bikeway finished, we encourage locals and visitors to bring your bike down and explore the area including the many businesses that are located along the bikeway route,” he said.
“We will stage a community event onsite in early 2016 to celebrate the completion of Stages 3 and 4a of the bikeway.”
This multi-million dollar project is jointly funded by council and the State Government under the Cycle Network Grants Program.
Further details about the bikeway project are available on council’s website.
• On average more than 70,000 people ride bikes on the Sunshine Coast each week. Council surveys show that bike rider participation has increased by more than 60% in urban areas in recent years.
• Council’s Sunshine Coast Active Transport Plan 2011-2031 includes a vision for the Sunshine Coast to be recognised as an active transport friendly place where people of all ages walk and cycle for enjoyment and transport, our community values our quality active transport infrastructure and has programs that improve our lifestyle, health and sustainability.
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Johnson, Isaac Talk Carrie Fisher in Last Jedi, Details on Dern & Del Toro’s Characters
Spencer PerryThursday, August 10, 2017
Following yesterday’s planetary assault’s worth of information on the upcoming film, even more details on Star Wars: The Last Jedi have been revealed online, specifically about Carrie Fisher’s final appearance as Leia in the series.
“I’s not like we made the film thinking that we were bringing closure to the character,” director Rian Johnson tells EW. “But watching the film, there’s going to be a very emotional reaction to what she does in this movie.”
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Some further details about Leia’s role in the film were also revealed, including how she will be mentoring Oscar Isaac’s Poe Dameron into more of a leadership role in the film.
“Poe is in some ways a surrogate son for Leia,” Isaac said. “But also I think she sees in him the potential for a truly great leader of the Resistance and beyond.”
Isaac revealed his character’s arc in the sequel is about transitiioning from soldier to leader, from seeing beyond the scope of winning a fight to planning the future of that entire galaxy far, far away.
“I think Leia knows she won’t be around forever and she, with tough love, wants to push Poe to be more than the badass pilot, to temper his heroic impulses with wisdom and clarity.”
Johnson also revealed fresh details on new characters for the film, including Laura Dern’s Vice Admiral Holdo, who is still cloaked in secrecy and potentially because of a history with Leia herself.
“The secrecy does have a purpose in that part of the fun with Laura’s character, with Admiral Holdo, is figuring out what her relationship is to everybody as you go along through the movie,” Johnson revealed.
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There’s also Benicio del Toro’s character, who is still only known as “DJ” but now we have an official description of the character, which reads:
“DJ is an enigmatic figure whose tattered, threadbare clothes and lackadaisical attitude conceal a sharp mind and expert skills.”
Co-star John Boyega also offered a tease for the character’s role in the film, as DJ will be joining Finn and Kelly Marie Tran’s Rose on their mission to the casino city of Canto Bight.
“We just need a codebreaker and he’s the best in the galaxy. Unfortunately, he’s very dodgy and only in it for financial gain. He doesn’t fight for any side,” Boyega says.
Star Wars: The Last Jedi opens in regular and IMAX theaters on December 15, 2017.
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In one form or another, the sport of professional football is the focal point of sports betting around the world. Internationally, it’s the game Americans call ‘soccer’ that dominates the sports scene both in terms of popularity and betting action. The only single day event that surpasses the NFL Super Bowl for total amount bet is the Champions’ League soccer final. In Europe and many other parts of the world football (or soccer) betting transcends sports and is part of the fabric of the culture itself. In the United States, however, it’s the game that is called ‘American Football’ elsewhere in the world and more specifically pro football as played by the National Football League (NFL).
Based on revenue data from Nevada’s sports books the significance of NFL football wagering is evident, comprising nearly 40% of all sports betting action written in the ‘Silver State’. If anything, the NFL is responsible for an even larger chunk of wagering revenue at other sports books targeting a North American based clientele. The annual NFL championship game—known to the zeitgeist as the Super Bowl—is the biggest single day wagering event in North America and second in the world behind only the aforementioned Champions’ League Final. And as the case with soccer in Europe, the NFL is such an ingrained part of American culture that pointspreads are part of the common vernacular. As such, you’ll hear people who have never placed a bet in their lives discussing pointspreads and ‘over/under’ numbers.
Given its current dominance of the United States sporting scene its hard to believe that the National Football League struggled to find traction for years and was considered to be a ‘secondary sport’ until the second half of the twentieth century behind baseball, horse racing, boxing and other sports. The current incarnation of the NFL dates back to 1922 when the eleven team American Professional Football Association (APFA) changed its name to the National Football League. The popularity of professional football grew slowly but steadily throughout the twentieth century. The first major catalyst toward the NFL’s current states was a merger with the rival American Football League (AFL) finalized in 1970. A series of expansion teams have been added over the past four decades growing the NFL to a total of thirty-two teams divided into two conferences — the American Football Conference (AFC) and National Football Conference (NFC).
The meteoric rise of the league’s popularity throughout the twentieth century to their current status as the most financially successful sports league in the world was due to a confluence of factors. It is a sport that almost seems made for television and was a perfect fit for a new medium in the mid 20th century. As television technology improved, broadcasters were able to add more depth and context to their game coverage. The league refined the rules over the years to make the sport more exciting and as it became more financially successful it was able to attract better athletes which produced more entertaining and competitive action. Gambling also played a part—NFL football was a profitable sport for bookmakers and a very exciting betting opportunity for players.
The NFL isn’t just the most popular sport in America—it’s the most lucrative sports league in the world. The popularity of the league relative to all other professional sports continues to grow. Today, it’s not even close. A 2018 Gallup poll sought to quantify Americans’ favorite sport to watch. 37% indicated that it was ‘American football’. More significantly, football was the only sport that garnered more than 10% of respondents. Baseball was a distant second place with 9% indicating it was their favorite sport. The ‘other’ type of football is also growing in popularity—in third place was soccer with 7% of responses indicating it as a favorite sport. 2018 was only the second time in history that any sport other than football, baseball or basketball was indicated as the favorite of more than 7% of individuals polled (NASCAR auto racing measured at 7% in 1997 but has been unable to maintain that plateau. This data clearly indicates that although the overall sports viewership landscape is changing dramatically football has not only held on to their spot as the top but has opened up a formidable lead over the ‘field’.
Based on the Nevada Gaming Control Board data cited earlier it’s obvious that the NFL is the biggest betting sport in the United States but that doesn’t indicate just how dominant it is in the overall North American marketplace. In fact, the dominance of football at the betting window is even more pronounced than among viewers and fans. A 2017 survey of US sports bettors revealed that 78% considered football as their favorite wagering sport. Interestingly, NFL football barely cracks the top ten list of ‘most popular betting sports’ internationally. It ranks #9 on the list well behind soccer, cricket, tennis, rugby and even handball and volleyball.
Despite this relatively small wagering footprint in Europe, Asia and elsewhere the amount of money bet on NFL football is staggering. The 2018 Super Bowl attracted $158.6 million in betting action in the state of Nevada alone. Experts suggest that Nevada’s sports betting revenue amounts to only 1 or 2 percent of the worldwide total meaning that the total amount of money bet on the Super Bowl worldwide is in the billions of dollars. Data from the Nevada Gaming Control Board indicates that since 1992 bettors have wagered over $30 billion dollars US on NFL and college football.
National Football League gambling looks like a ‘no brainer’ today but it owes much of its growth to an unrelated event during the mid 20th century. That was the invention of the pointspread which was created to solve a problem that had long vexed bookmakers and bettors alike. Bettors have always loved to bet on successful, popular teams but these teams were invariably huge favorites. At the same time, the public has never been fond of ‘betting a lot to win a little’ which made laying huge odds for a small payout to back a popular team very unattractive. Bookies were aware that this problem was both bad for their bottom line but also made betting less enjoyable for their customers. The development of the pointspread elegantly solved this conundrum and quickly grew in popularity to become the most popular form of football betting.
So what does the pointspread do? The recreational sports bettor will tell you that it’s the bookmaker’s ‘prediction’ of who will win the game. That is technically incorrect and understanding the intricacies of the pointspread is crucial to a more sophisticated level of sports betting and handicapping. The intention of the pointspread is to split action evenly between both sides of a betting proposition such as a NFL football game. This keeps the money balanced for the bookmaker and keeps the game much more entertaining for the bettor. Understanding how pointspreads are made and what they mean is more important in NFL football than any other betting sport and thus we’ll cover them in detail throughout this article.
The pointspread bet revolutionized betting on both college and professional football and remains the most popular form of betting on the sport. As noted above, the pointspread was invented to better facilitate betting interest on both sides of a game and to serve as way to make games between stronger and weaker teams more competitive from a wagering standpoint.
The easiest way to explain the function of NFL pointspreads is by example. We’ll use an actual game from last season to do this, more specifically the December 10, 2017 game between the Oakland Raiders and Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs were the home team and closed as a 4.5 point favorite (sports betting shorthand designates the favorite with a ‘minus’ sign, so the Chiefs were -4.5 in that game). The Raiders, conversely, were 4.5 point underdogs (shown with a ‘plus’ sign, making the Raiders +4.5).
In a pointspread bet, a favorite must win the game by a larger margin than indicated by the pointspread. So in the example above, if you backed the Chiefs to win the game they’d have to do so by 5 or more points for you to cash your bet. If the margin lands right on the pointspread, it’s a ‘push’ and all wagers are refunded. Obviously, this can’t happen with a pointspread that involves a half point like the one in our example.
If you wager on the underdog, they must either win the game outright OR lose by less than the pointspread. In the example above, a bet on the Raiders would have been victorious if they won the game outright or lost by less than 4. As it happened, the Chiefs dominated the contest and held off a furious fourth quarter Raiders comeback to win 26-15. They easily covered the pointspread making bettors who took the Chiefs minus the points winners.
The point spread bet is the overwhelmingly most popular type of NFL bet but the ‘Over/Under’ or ‘Totals’ bet is a solid second. The bettor bets that combined score of the two teams will be more or less than a set number (known as the ‘total’ on the game). Once again, we’ll use the December 10, 2017 game between the Raiders and Chiefs as an example. The total on the game was 48.5 and would be shown in this format at a sportsbook:
OAKLAND RAIDERS 48.5
KANSAS CITY CHIEFS -4.5
There is a general convention for North American sports books that lists the home team at the bottom. The -4.5 by the Chiefs’ name is the pointspread and the 48.5 by the Raiders’ name is the total. Note that there are a variety of different convention for game and bet formats throughout the world but this example is based on the predominant form used by North American facing books.
Since the total is 48.5 the bettor will try to determine if the combined final score will be 49 or higher going ‘Over’ the total or 48 or lower going ‘Under’ the total. As is the case with the pointspread, if the score of the game lands right on the total, it’s a ‘push’ and all wagers are refunded. Once again, this can’t happen with a total that involves a half point like the one in our example.
Recreational players are becoming more comfortable with totals wagers but they have been popular among ‘sharp’ players for decades. To find winning positions, experienced handicappers evaluate a wide range of factors including style of play, field surface, injuries and even the weather.
Moneyline bets are are also common on NFL football. They’re the most fundamental and basic type of sports wager. The player bets on which team will win the game. Point spreads are not involved so if ‘his’ team wins, he cashes his bet. In most instances, moneyline ties are graded a ‘push’ and all stakes returned.
Typically, moneyline bets involve laying or taking odds on the favorite and underdog respectively. How these odds are conveyed will be different depending on which part of the world you’re in. In Europe, decimal or fractional odds are most common but in North American facing sportsbooks moneylines are used most frequently. We’ll return to our ‘sample’ NFL game between the Chiefs and Raiders to explain the bet more clearly.
OAKLAND RAIDERS: +180
KANSAS CITY CHIEFS: -210
Moneyline odds can be confusing to beginners—and foreign bettors used to fractional or decimal odds find them maddening—but once you get your head around them they’re easy to understand. In this example, a player that wants to bet the favored Kansas City Chiefs must lay -210 to win 100 or in monetary terms $210 to win $100. If the Chiefs are victorious, he’ll receive his original $210 stake back along with his $100 profit for a total of $280. If he’d rather back the Oakland Raiders the bettor will lay 100 to win 180, or $100 to win $180. If the ‘Silver and Black’ wins the bettor is returned his $100 stake back plus $180 in profit for a total of $280.
Other Types of NFL Football Bets
Horse racing has multi-race and multi-horse exotic bets such as the trifecta, superfecta and Pick 6. Sports betting also has a variety of bets other than the aforementioned ‘bread and butter’ bets (usually called ‘straight bets’).
Sports betting at its most fundamental is day-in/day-out grind. There are few opportunities to ‘bet a little to win a lot’ on a day to day basis in sports betting. This is why parlays are so popular—and particularly in the NFL. Parlay bets are usually called ‘Accumulators’ or ‘Multiples’ outside of the United States. No matter the name, the premise is the same—a parlay bet involves a bettor making multiple selections (between two and fifteen). Every selection on the bet must win for the parlay to cash. The real appeal of the parlay is its high payouts—the more ‘legs’ included in the parlay the higher the return. Parlay payouts can vary from one sportsbook to another so as always it’s a good idea to shop around for the most favorable paytable. Here’s a Parlay Odds table that you might find at a sportsbook:
2 -> 13 to 5
3 -> 6 to 1
8 -> 100 to 1
10 -> 300 to 1
15 -> 1500 to 1
Players can play parlays in one sport, multiple sports or in some cases the same game. Let’s go back to the ‘sample’ game we used above which took place in Week 14 of the 2017 season for an example of a three team NFL parlay:
Kansas City Chiefs -4.5 over Oakland Raiders
Kansas City/Oakland Under 48.5
Miami Dolphins +10.5 over New England Patriots
In this example all three legs of this three team NFL parlay were winners meaning that the player would receive a total of $700 which includes his original stake of $100 and $600 of profit. In the event that any leg of a parlay is a ‘push’ the usual practice is to pay out at the next lowest level. For example, if two legs of a three team parlay win and one leg ends in a ‘push’ it will be paid as a two team parlay (13 to 5). A two team parlay with a ‘push’ is usually considered a ‘straight bet’ for payment purposes. There are some exceptions—many Nevada sportsbooks offer ‘Ties Lose’ parlay cards where a ‘push’ in any game is treated the same as a loss. ‘Ties lose’ wagers typically pay higher odds than traditional parlay wagers. Some sportsbooks will put limitations on parlays such as not allowing certain sports to be included or not allowing side and total parlays on the same game (‘correlated parlays’).
Teasers are hugely popular in the United States though they can be hard to ‘get your head around’ at first. There’s a good deal of debate if teasers are a ‘sharp play’ with good profit potential or a ‘sucker bet’ that is destined to be a longterm loser. Teasers are similar to parlays in that you need to win multiple betting positions to cash your ticket. The difference is that the player is allowed to ‘adjust’ the pointspread in his favor by a predetermined number of points on each play in exchange for a reduced payout. In NFL football, the most common point totals are 6, 6.5 and 7. Some sportsbooks have more conservative teaser rules which limit the number of teams you can use in each bet. At the other extreme, there are sportsbooks that offer more favorable rules with some even permitting players to mix NFL and college football plays or even football and basketball plays. Here are sample payout charts for football teasers:
6 point NFL football teasers:
Selections Made Payout Odds
2 -> 10 to 11
10 -> 25 to 1
6.5 point NFL football teasers:
Selections Made Payout Odds:
Once again, we’ll use the action of Week 14 of the 2017 NFL season for an example. Below are the original pointspreads on three games:
Atlanta Falcons -2.5 over New Orleans Saints
If a player were to make a 7 point teaser play with the teams listed first in the above example it would look like this :
Kansas City Chiefs +2.5 over Oakland Raiders
Atlanta Falcons +4.5 over New Orleans Saints
Since all three of these teams were winners the bettor would be paid 6/5 or $120 for a $100 bet.
There is also a related bet called a ‘pleaser’ that is basically a teaser in reverse. Instead of moving the line in your favor you move the line *against* you in return for higher odds payouts. These are nowhere near as popular as teasers.
The most popular NFL football proposition bets take place during the Super Bowl. Sportsbooks compete against one another to offer the most—and the most unique—bets on not only the outcome of the Super Bowl itself but player performance, team statistics and even the halftime show and commercials during the TV broadcast! Proposition bets are becoming more common during the NFL regular season, and particularly since the advent of daily fantasy sports wagering.
In reality, a proposition wager (or ‘prop bet’) is a name that gets attached to any bet type that doesn’t ‘fit’ anywhere else. Generally as it relates to the NFL, the term ‘proposition bet’ is used to describe wagers on ancillary outcomes that typically don’t directly impact the result of the game itself.
One type of NFL football proposition wager is the ‘contest style’ or ‘pick the player’ prop. Here’s an example of such a prop from Super Bowl LI between the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons:
PLAYER TO SCORE THE FIRST TOUCHDOWN FOR THE ATLANTA FALCONS?
Devonta Freeman (Atlanta): +500
Julio Jones (Atlanta): +350
Tevin Coleman (Atlanta): +600
Taylor Gabriel (Atlanta): +600
Mohamed Sanu (Atlanta): +600
Aldrick Robinson (Atlanta): +1500
Levine Toilolo (Atlanta): +1000
Austin Hooper (Atlanta): +1000
Matt Ryan (Atlanta): +1000
FIELD – ALL OTHERS: +450
Another type of prop bet is called by several names including ‘stats prop’, ‘general prop’ or ‘in game prop’. Some variations of this prop require the bettor to decide if a specific event will or will not occur. Once again, several examples from Super Bowl LI:
WILL THERE BE A SAFETY IN THE SECOND HALF?
Yes: +1250
No: -2100
WILL A SPECIAL TEAMS OR DEFENSIVE TOUCHDOWN BE SCORED?
Yes: +120
No: -150
WILL THERE BE A SUCCESSFUL TWO POINT CONVERSION?
Prop bets can also require a player to play ‘Over’ or ‘Under’ a statistical total:
TOTAL TOUCHDOWNS IN GAME?
Over 4.5: -450
Under 4.5 +325
TOTAL TOUCHDOWN PASSES IN GAME?
Under 3.5: +130
TOTAL YARDAGE OF ALL TOUCHDOWNS SCORED IN GAME?
Over 102 yards: -110
Under 102 yards -110
Another variant is the ‘team comparison’ prop. This prop, as the name suggests, compares the teams involved in the game with the player usually required to decide which will be the first to do a listed event. More examples from Super Bowl LI:
TEAM TO RECEIVE OPENING KICKOFF?
New England: -110
Atlanta: -110
WHICH TEAM WILL PUNT FIRST?
TEAM WITH MOST PUNTS?
Atlanta: +120
There’s no limit to the variety of props that bookmakers can come up with. Regular season games will seldom have any of the ‘unusual’ props found in the Super Bowl but the best sports books offer plenty of variety during every NFL game.
Futures betting is often called ‘Ante Post’ ‘Long Term’ or ‘Outright’ wagering in Europe. A NFL futures bet is placed on the winner of a championship, a league or a division. Alternately, the can be on individual players—statistical leaders (eg: Top Rushing Yardage in NFL) or award winners (Most Valuable Player). In a futures wager there are multiple betting interests available at different prices to reflect their respective odds of winning. Futures bets can be often well before the outcome is determined—for example, many sportsbooks have been taking bets on the winner of the 2019 Super Bowl (Super Bowl LIII since immediately after the conclusion of the 2018 game (Super Bowl LII).
Here are the preseason 2018 odds to win Super Bowl LIII:
New England Patriots: +500
Philadelphia Eagles: +900
Green Bay Packers: +900
Pittsburgh Steelers: +1000
Los Angeles Rams: +1100
Minnesota Vikings: +1200
New Orleans Saints: +1700
Atlanta Falcons: +1800
Sam Francisco 49ers: +2000
Jacksonville Jaguars: +2000
Dallas Cowboys: +2200
Los Angeles Chargers: +2200
Houston Texans: +2500
Carolina Panthers: +2500
Kansas City Chiefs: +2800
Seattle Seahawks: +3300
Denver Broncos: +4000
Tennessee Titans: +4000
Baltimore Ravens: +4000
New York Giants: +4000
Washington Redskins: +5000
Indianapolis Colts: +6600
Buffalo Bills: +6600
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: +6600
Arizona Cardinals: +8000
Cincinnati Bengals: +8000
Miami Dolphins: +8000
Cleveland Browns: +8000
Chicago Bears: +10000
New York Jets: +15000
Live betting—also known as ‘in game’ or ‘in running’ betting—has been ubiquitous in European soccer for years but is now becoming common for NFL football games as well as games in other sports. As the name suggests, live betting is simply betting that takes place after the game has started. It’s not so much a type of bet itself as it is a circumstantial modifier to every other bet type. The specific bets available to a better in a live betting situation vary widely from one sportsbook to another determined not only by their individual bookmaking philosophy but by the technological power of their wagering platform. Most every sportsbook will offer at minimum updated side and total prices throughout the game along with quarter and half sides and totals. The best books with the most state of the art live wagering platform will offer dozens—even hundreds—of different bets available to players on every NFL football game.
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New York -1.5
Over 8.5 (-110)
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Mike Soroka earned the win by tossing 6 1/3 strong innings Friday night, and the Atlanta Braves never trailed after fellow rookie Austin Riley launched a two-run homer in the second inning as they defeated the host New York Mets 6-2. The Mets lost their sixth straight and fell to a National League-worst 9-17 in June. Soroka (9-1) allowed two runs on seven hits and no walks while striking out four as he once again became eligible to qualify for the NL ERA title. Continue to Article
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