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Become a Founder
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As part of the launch and operation of Dominion’s new domain name extensions, we are offering a rare opportunity for leaders in the powersports industry to have advance access to new domain names by applying for the .Motorcycles Founder Program. It is exclusive to industry leaders that wish to be recognized and promoted as innovators and first movers who strive to set themselves apart from their competition and lead in the development of a safe, trusted and memorable domain name space.
To participate in the .Motorcycles Founders Program, you must submit a fully completed application (below) or a formal proposal including each element in this application on your company letterhead. Incomplete applications will not be considered. If your application is accepted for the Program, you will be required to sign a Founders Program Agreement.
The goal of the .Motorcycles Founders Program is to encourage the use and public awareness of the .Motorcycles new domain name extension, educate the public about the safety and authenticity of content on .Motorcycles domain names and to promote our Founders as leaders and innovators who are building this safe and relevant content on .Motorcycles addresses for the community.
Dominion Registries is committed to the promotion of our Founder websites. This promotion may occur in multiple online and offline venues within your industry and within the digital communities of advertising, search, marketing and the domain name industry. Our goal is to fully support our Founders with the promotion of their projects in as many ways possible.
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Go Memory Management
All computing environments must deal with memory management. This article discusses some memory management concepts used by the Go programming language. This article is written for programmers familiar with basic memory management concepts but unfamiliar with Go memory management in particular.
Stack, Heap, and Fixed Size Segments
For the purposes of this article, there are three ways to allocate memory: the stack, the heap, and fixed size segments.
The stack has a top that moves up and down. Space is allocated on the stack by moving the top up (i.e. pushing items on the stack) and space is deallocated by moving the top down (i.e. popping items off the stack). The top is an address that can be incremented and decremented with fast arithmetic operations.
Typically, a functions parameters and local variables are allocated on the stack.
Each goroutine has its own stack; thus, no synchronization (e.g., locking) is necessary.
Goroutine stacks are allocated on the heap. If the stack needs to grow beyond the amount allocated for it, then heap operations (allocate new, copy old to new, free old) will occur.
Unlike the stack, the heap does not have a single partition of allocated and free regions. Rather, there is a set of of free regions. A data structure must be used to implement this set of free regions. When an item is allocated, it is removed from the free regions. When an item is freed, it is added back to the set of free regions.
Unlike the stack, the heap is not owned by one goroutine, so manipulating the set of free regions in the heap requires synchronization (e.g., locking).
Fixed Sized Segments
Memory can also be allocated in one of the fixed sized segments, such as the data segment and code segment. Fixed sized segments are defined at compile time and do not change size at runtime. Read-write fixed size segments (e.g., the data segment) contain global variables while read-only segments (e.g., code segment and rodata segment) contain constant values and instructions.1
What Goes Where?
The Go Programming Language Specification does not define where items will be allocated. For example, a variable defined as var x int could be allocated on the stack or the heap and still follow the language spec. Likewise, the integer pointed to by p in p := new(int) could be allocated on the stack or the heap.
However, certain requirements will exclude some choices of memory in certain conditions. For instance:
The size of the data segment cannot change at run time, and therefore cannot be used for data structures that change size.
The lifetime of items in the stack are ordered by their position on the stack. If the top of the stack is address X then everything above X will be deallocated while everything below X will remain allocated. Memory allocated by a function can escape that function if referenced by an item outside the scope of the function and therefore cannot be allocated on the stack (because it’s still being referenced), and neither can it be allocated in the data segment (because the data segment cannot grow at runtime), thus it must be allocated on the heap – although inlining can remove some of these heap allocations.
Escape Analysis
Escape analysis is used to determine whether an item can be allocated on the stack. It determines if an item created in a function (e.g., a local variable) can escape out of that function or to other goroutines. For example, in the following function, x escapes from the function that defines it:
package escapeanalysis
func Foo() *int {
var x int
return &x
Items that escape must be allocated on the heap. Thus x would be allocated on the heap.2
The exact escape analysis algorithm can change between Go versions. However, you can use go tool compile -m to print optimization decisions, which include the escape analysis. For example, on the previous program with Go version 1.5.2, you get the following output:
escape.go:3: can inline Foo
escape.go:4: moved to heap: x
escape.go:5: &x escapes to heap
Garbage Collector
Go uses garbage collection for memory management. The Go garbage collector occasionally has to stop the world to complete the collection task. Since Go version 1.5, the collector is designed so that the stop the world task will take no more than 10 milliseconds out of every 50 milliseconds of execution time.
The garbage collector has to be aware of both heap and stack allocated items. This is easy to see if you consider a heap allocated item, H, referenced by a stack allocated item, S. Clearly, the garbage collector cannot free H until S is freed and so the garbage collector must be aware of lifetime of S, the stack allocated item.
If your process is CPU bound, use runtime/pprof package and go tool pprof to profile your program. If you see symbols like growslice and newobject taking up a lot of time, optimizing memory allocations may improve performance.
Assuming you’ve determined optimizing memory use would improve performance of your program, then reduce the number of allocations – especially heap allocations.
Reuse memory you’ve already allocated.
Restructure your code so the compiler can make stack allocations instead of heap allocations. Use go tool compile -m to help you identify escaped variables that will be heap allocated and then rewrite your code so that they can be stack allocated.
Restructure your CPU bound code to pre-allocate memory in a few big chunks rather than continuously allocating small chunks.
Go 1.4+ Garbage Collection (GC) Plan and Roadmap – 2014-8-6
Go Escape Analysis Flaws – 2015-2-10
Golang Escape Analysis – 2015-11-11
Profiling Go Programs – 2011-6-24
The Go Programming Language Specification
Thank you to K. Richard Pixley (former developer of GNU ld, GNU as, GNU BFD) for pointing out that data can also be stored in the code segment. ↩
Other optimizations (like inlining) could allow the compiler to allocate seemingly escaped variables on the stack. ↩
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Home > About Us > Meet The Team
Lloyd & Joanne joined Elim Barking in 2018 when Lloyd took the role of Senior Pastor. Joanne heads up media communications. They previously served as Elim missionaries in Swaziland for 7 years. They have adult and teenage children; Naomi, Kieran and Maddison.
Tim Cooling is Associate Pastor at Barking Elim. Originally from North Wales, Tim has served at here since 2011 after graduating from Regents Theological College. Tim is married to Sara and they have two sons Kevin and Noah who both love to drum, you can imagine how peaceful and serene their family home is!
Moyo Ayeni is an Assistant Pastor at Barking Elim. Moyo was born and bred in South East London. She graduated from Regents Theological College in 2012 and worked as an intern at Elim International Centre. Moyo joined the team at Elim Barking in 2013 and has responsibility for Pastoral Care, Worship and Prayer.
Denis Nelson serves as an Elder at Barking Elim. Originally from Trinidad, Denis is married to Christine and they have two adult children. Denis looks after our Missions work and is a Life Cell Coordinator, whilst Christine leads the Children's Choir.
Charles Goddard serves as an Elder at Barking Elim. He is married to Sandra and they have one adult son. Charles is a Life Cell leader and heads up our Watchman Prayer Cell. Charles also serves as a Street Pastor.
Gbenga Ajani serves as an elder at Barking Elim. Gbenga is married to Ope and they are blessed with two beautiful daughters. Gbenga works with 4:12 and is a Life Cell leader.
Dean White serves as a Deacon at Barking Elim. Dean takes care of catering for us. He is married to Rebecca and they have two children, a boy and a girl.
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Carbon Country Benchmarking: Preliminary Report
Deloitte was retained to prepare a comparative assessment of the ‘low-carbon’ performance of Canada relative to other G8 countries, China, Australia and Norway. The objective of the benchmarking exercise was to understand Canada’s position relative to other comparator countries in areas deemed important to Canada’s national ability to compete and succeed in a global low-carbon economy. This report describes the approach undertaken by Deloitte to design and execute the benchmarking study, and presents the preliminary findings. Indicator definitions and draft scoring results for three weighting scenarios are provided as companion files to this document. The electronic database containing source data, formulas and scoring results is also provided as a companion file to this document.
RPT_Del_Carbon-Country-Benchmarking-Preliminary Report.pdf
Canadian Urban Environmental Issues - Status Report
Presentation slides from a presentation to the NRTEE on the Indicators and State of the Environment Reporting for Canadian Cities
RPT_2001_AC&R_NRTEE's-Urban-Sustainability-Program-Indicators-and-State-of-the-Environment-Reporting-for-Canadian-Cities.pdf
Early Warning: Will Canadian Cities Compete? A Comparative Overview of Municipal Government in Canada, United States,Europe
This paper sets the stage for discussions on the health and competitiveness of Canadian cities within a global context. Specifically, the purpose of the research is to compare legislative and fiscal powers of the U.S. and Canadian municipal governments as well as financing mechanisms for municipal infrastructure in Canada, the U.S., and Europe.
RPT_2001_FCM_Early-Warning-Will-Canadian-Cities-Compete.pdf
Building Sustainable Enterprises: A Knowledge Transfer Project - Delivery Plan
This delivery plan descibes the deliverables, budget and scope of the Building Sustainable Enterprises Project. It also outlines the roles and responsibilities of the partner organizations for project implementation and delivery. In addition, the delivery plan forms the basis for agreements between the Funding Partners, the NRTEE and Five Winds International.
RPT_2001_FWI_Building-Sustainable-Enterprises-A-Knowledge-Transfer-Project-Delivery-Plan.pdf
Domestic Emissions Trading: Key Design Options
Slides presented to the NRTEE on the design options for domestic emissions trading.
PRSTN_NRTEE_Domestic-Emissions-Trading-Key-Design-Options.pdf
AL-PAC Case Study - Part 1 Management Objectives
This is the first of a three-part case study report highlighting a range of management objectives that would promote the conservation of natural capital within the Alberta- Pacific Forest Industries (Al-Pac) Forest Management Area (FMA) in northeastern Alberta. The discussion of management objectives provides the basis for the subsequent examination of institutional and fiscal barriers to achieving these objectives and policy options for promoting them. The specific questions examined are: What key conservation values should be promoted in the Al-Pac FMA? What indicators of natural capital correspond to these conservation values, and what human activities affect these indicators? And finally, what specific management objectives for land-uses in the Al-Pac FMA could be adopted to promote the conservation of natural capital?
RPT_2004_NRTEE_AL-PAC-Case-Study-Part-1.pdf
Ecological Fiscal Reform - Finalising EFR Instruments & SOCs
The purpose of this report is to enable the Substances of Concern (SOC) Working Group to select the “substances of concern” and EFR instruments for detailed economic and policy analysis. Selection is based on previous analysis, meeting discussions and input from the SOC Working Group: In November 2001, a “Scan of EFR Instruments for Managing Substances of Concern” was presented to and discussed within the Working Group; In February 2002, the Working Group met to discuss the potential for both positive and negative EFR instruments to manage SOCs and to understand the appropriate points for applying potential instruments (i.e. to Schedule 1 substance, PSL substance or as early as “candidate for assessment” substance); and - In April 2002, the Working Group reviewed a range of Substances of Concern to select for potential case study topics. They focused in on three for further consideration: Mercury; Short chain chlorinated paraffins; and Smog precursors (nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds).
RPT_2002_FWI_Ecological-Fiscal-Reform-Finalising-EFR-Instruments-&-SOCs.pdf
Background Report in Support of ESDI Cluster Groups - CG6 Water Resources
This document summarizes Canadian indicator work and data sources for the Water Resources Cluster Group (WRCG). This includes information on water resources and fresh water fisheries. The report is based on a survey of indicator and data sources that may assist in developing a set of water indicators under the NRTEE’s Environment and Sustainable Development Indicators (ESDI) initiative. The survey broadly identifies the scope of data and indicators available, and then focuses in on indicators and data that may be of interest to the WRCG.
RPT_2001_GP_Background-Report-in-Support-of-ESDI-Cluster-Groups-Water-Resources.pdf
Directions for Indicators of Urban Sustainability: Preliminary Review of Program Planning Options - Final Report
This report provides preliminary guidance to the NRTEE in determining the potential benefits & risks associated with pursuing a number of indicators-based initiatives aimed at advancing the goal of the proposed Urban Sustainability Program. The report pays particularly attention to the Program's proposed Track 2, focusing on the development of indicators of criteria related to urban sustainability, livability and competitiveness.
RPT_2001_AC&R_Directions-for-Indicators-of-Urban-Sustainability-Preliminary-Review-of-Program-Planning-Options-Final Report.pdf
The Macroeconomic Impacts of Fiscal Policy Promoting Long-term Decarbonisation in Canada-Final Report
In April 2003, the National Roundtable on the Environment and the Economy (NRTEE) launched Phase II of its Ecological Fiscal Reform (EFR) program. The objective of Phase II is to “develop and promote fiscal policy that consistently and systematically reduces energy-based carbon emissions in Canada, both in absolute terms and as a ratio of GDP, without increasing other pollutants”. This report provides a qualitative analysis the possible macroeconomic impacts of fiscal policies arising out of three case studies prepared for the NRTEE seeking to promote long-term “decarbonisation” through increased use of hydrogen, energy efficiency and renewable power. The findings of this study will be incorporated into the NRTEE’s final State of the Debate report.
RPT_MKJA_The-Macroeconomic-Impacts-of-Fiscal-Policy-Promoting-Long-term-Decarbonisation-in-Canada-Final-Report.pdf
The U.S. Brownfield Experience
The following report provides a summary of key pieces of environmental legislation and illustrates the learning curve the U.S. has undergone in regulating environmental conduct over the last 30 years. This is not an exhaustive analysis of environmental law but a concise summary that provides a baseline for understanding why the brownfield process has become a desired mechanism for redeveloping environmentally impaired properties in the U.S., and how other environmental regulatory programs are beginning to incorporate the fundamentals used in brownfield redevelopment projects.
RPT_NRTEE_US-Brownfield-Experience.pdf
The Role of Technology Policies in Climate Mitigation
Achieving the necessary scale of emissions reductions in the future will require a multi-faceted policy effort to support a broad array of technological and behavioral changes. This paper outlines some core principles for guiding the design of clean technology policies, with a focus on energy.
RPT_2008_NRTEE_The-Role-of-Technology-Policies-in-Climate-Mitigation.pdf
Background Paper on Indicators for Lands and Soils CG3
This report provides an overview of the current state of indicator use and development in Canada and around the world, as relates to land and soils. It serves to initiate discussions on what small set of lands and soils indicators would be appropriate for Canada.
RPT_DAI_Background-Paper-on-Indicators-for-Land-and-Soils-C-G-3.pdf
A Case Study of Conservation in the Abitibi Region - Québec/Ontario Border - Final Report
The National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy (NRTEE), through its “Conservation of Natural Heritage” program, is exploring the status of conservation and identifying key challenges and opportunities at the national level in Canada. Through its Conserving Canada’s Natural Capital: the Boreal Forest” program, NRTEE is examining how to advance conservation on the working boreal forest landscape. The Abitibi region case study is one of three conducted across the Boreal Forest in Canada.
RPT_AES_A-Case-Study-of-Conservation-in-the-Abitibi-Region-Quebec-Ontario-Border-Final-Report.pdf
Collaborative Water Governance and Sustainable Water Management
This report summarizes and analyzes a series of four workshops held in February and March of 2011. The workshops were held in Penticton (BC), Edmonton (AB), Sydney (NS), and Sherbrooke (QC), with the aim of obtaining governmental and stakeholder input on the topic of collaborative water governance, particularly as it relates to the natural resource sectors and ongoing water policy change at the provincial scale.
RPT_NRTEE_Collaborative-Water-Governance-and-Sustainable-Water-Management.pdf
Nature Phase II Issue Identification Paper
The purpose of this paper is to clarify and develop the basic program idea for the second phase of the NRTEE’s Nature Conservation program, and to recommend options for how to focus the program in a program plan. The paper begins by clarifying the problem, or barrier, that Phase II will address. This barrier is the failure to integrate the true costs and benefits of nature into decision-making, which essentially refers to the fact that private decisions externalize many environmental costs.
RPT_NRTEE_Nature-Phase-II-Issue-Identification-paper.pdf
Extended Eco-Efficiency Indicator Testing - Executive Summary
The NRTEE has developed and tested decision rules for energy, waste and water intensity indicators. The work builds on the the development of principles and a framework on eco-efficiency indicators undertaken by the World Business Council on Sustainable Development and on a previous Feasibility Study by the NRTEE. The program focussed on translating the WBCSD principles and framework into the specific definitions and rules for the resource and material productivity elements of eco-efficiency and testing them for the standard applicability across business sectors. The indicators address two elements of eco-efficiency that are within the direct responsibility of a company. They do not address the issue of consumption.
RPT_CBCons_Extended-Eco-Efficiency-Indicator-Testing-Executive-Summary.pdf
Fiscal Instruments for Diesel Emissions Reduction: A Preliminary Analysis
This report explores the feasability of using specific fiscal instruments to accelerate or enhance the reduction of air pollution emissions from heavy duty diesel engines in surface vehicles in Canada, including trucks, both on-road and off-road, and transit buses. The set of instruments selected are in two groups: Those affecting engines and those affecting fuels. The instruments that might induce the production and purchase of cleaner engines or the retrofit of cleaner technology on existing engines are a fee/rebate, tax credit, and an accelerated capital cost allowance. Those that might accelerate the introduction of low sulphur fuel or increase the extent of sulphur removal are differential taxes on diesel fuel based on sulphur content and ACCA for refineries investing in sulphur removal.
RPT_DCL_Fiscal-Instruments-for-Diesal-Emissions-Reduction-A-Preliminary-Analysis.pdf
Issue Exploration: Urban Transport
With some exceptions, this review focuses on transportation in Canada’s 27 largest urban regions and does not provide an international perspective. It may nevertheless be worth noting that Canada—founded in part on a transport concept, a railway from coast to coast—continues to be among the affluent countries that are the most dependent on transportation. Before and after Confederation, Canadians’ well-being has been highly dependent upon low-cost, effective movement of people and freight. Canada’s communities are widely scattered, and international trade comprises a high and growing share of her economy. Thus, more than in most affluent countries, Canada’s governments and agencies have good reason to focus on transportation issues, particularly in urban areas, where most people live, and where most of the movement of people occurs and much of the movement of freight. The review touches on the economic importance of transportation, but the presentation of bald numbers under estimates its significance. The reality is that life as we know it could not occur without good transportation. Much the same could be said for transportation’s social importance, although this is harder to document.
RPT_2004_NRTEE_Issue-Exporation-Urbant-Transport.pdf
A brief outline of issues relating climate change and urban issues.
RPT_2001_AC&R_Canadian-Urban-Environmental-Issues-Status-Report.pdf
A Wetlands Indicator for Canada - Final Report
The National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy’s (NRTEE) Environment Sustainable Development Indicators (ESDI) initiative is a three-year multistakeholder program that will develop a national set of environment and sustainable development indicators. The ESDI Steering Committee wishes to consider an indicator that monitors the stock and/or health status of Canada’s wetlands as part of the core set of indicators.
RPT_DAI_A-Wetlands-Indicator-for-Canada-Final-Report.pdf
Benchmarking Canada's Low Carbon Performance
Canada lags the leading G8 nations, in particular the large European countries. France, Germany and the United Kingdom are best positioned to harness the potential of a low carbon transition. Canada lags the leaders by a significant overall margin, but does score well in a few select performance areas. Canada is at an inflection point – it needs to adopt a bold vision of its low-carbon future and to define a comprehensive strategy. There can be no cookie-cutter approach to achieving success across the identified areas of low-carbon performance. Canada will need to design its own path, blending policy drivers with action from business and other actors.
RPT_Del_Benchmarking-Canada's-Low-Carbon-Performance.pdf
NRTEE's Project on Linking Environmental Quality to Competitiveness of Cities
This paper outlines the NRTEE's Project on Linking Environmental Quality to Competitiveness including the hypothesis behind the project, perceived challenges, and the methodology and framework of the project.
RPT_ConBoCa_NRTEE's-Project-on-Linking-Environmental-Quality-to-Competitivenes-of-Cities.pdf
A Wetlands Indicator for Canada: Annex A - A Case Study
RPT_DAI_A-Wetlands-Indicator-for-Canada-Annex-A-A-Case-Study.pdf
The Security of Canadian Ecosystems
Agriculture, terrestrial, and costal ecosystems all contain natural resources that are vital to the Canadian economy. The Second IPCC Assessment on Climate Change identified three sectors in Canada that are particularly vulnerable to climate change: agriculture and aquaculture, forestry, and fresh water resources. Projected changes in climate are expected to bring a range of challenges and benefits to Canada as our economic and social well-being is greatly influenced by the health and sustainability of these resources.1 In 2007, the agriculture, forestry, and fishing industries generated approximately 2% of Canada’s Gross Domestic Product2, and accounted for approximately 3% of total employment. However, these numbers may be slightly misleading, both because the resources supplied by these industries have a multiplied effect on productivity in Canada's manufacturing, heavy industries, and service industries, as well as the obviously vital importance of affordable food and clean drinking water for all Canadian citizens. Given this, this section considers the implications of climate change on a wide range of socio economic variables across these sectors.
RPT_2008_NRTEE_Security-of-Canadian-Ecosystems.pdf
Ecological Fiscal Reform and Agricultural Landscapes:Analysis of Economic Instruments: Conservation Cover Incentive Program
The primary objective of this study was to evaluate a conservation cover incentive program as one of a suite of potential fiscal instruments to aid in increasing the ecological integrity of the agricultural landscapes of Canada. To this end the study will attempt to quantify the benefits and costs attributable to converting annual crop land to perennial vegetative cover that is no longer used for agricultural purposes.
RPT_NRTEE_Analysis-of-Economic-Instruments-Conservation-Cover-Incentive-Program-Case-Studies.pdf
Ecological Fiscal Reform and Urban Sustainability An Analysis of Federal Policies Canada Lands
This document is a point-form compilation of federal policy instruments related to urban planning and sustainability, starting with the Canada Lands Company, but including a full range of other instruments.
RPT_NRTEE_EFT-and-Urban-Sustainability-an-Analysis-of-Federal-Policies-Canada-Lands.pdf
Economic Instruments for Conservation:Resource Industries on Public Lands and Waters
RPT_NRTEE_Economic-Instruments-for-Conservation-Resources-Industries-on-Public-Lands-and-Waters.pdf
Lessons Learned from the Canada-Wide Standards Process - Final Draft Report
The approach for this study was to examine the Canada-Wide Standards (CWS) process for PM and ozone to identify lessons learned to date, which could be applied to establish medium (2015 to 2025) and long-term (to 2050) objectives and numerical targets for managing air quality in Canada. This report synthesizes the findings from face-to-face and telephone consultations as well as a review of literature sources. A total of 54 Canadian Federal and Provincial/Territorial 2 government health and environment managers, as well as stakeholders engaged in the CWS process were interviewed. Another component of this study was to analyze the management approach for PM and ozone in the United States, European Union and Australia. Input for this component of the analysis was obtained from literature and telephone interviews of government environmental managers in these countries.
RPT_CII_Lessons-Learned-from-the-Canada-Wide-Standards-Process-Final-Draft-Report.pdf
Low-Carbon Technology Deployment: Progress Report
The NRTEE has retained ÉcoRessources Consultants in order to: 1) explore the types of market barriers and market failures that may be impeding low-carbon emission technology deployment; 2) evaluate the degree to which the theoretical market penetration rates provided in the Nyboer study for certain key technologies are realistic and provide a ‘ground-truthing’ of the predictions found in the study; and 3) provide guidance in the development of technology deployment policy to complement carbon pricing policy.
RPT_2008_ERC_Low-Carbon-Technology-Deployment-Progress-Report.pdf
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SOUTH AFRICAN DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS, ANNOUNCEMENT BY SOUTH AFRICAN PRIME MINISTER VORSTER
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Announcement by South African Prime Minister Vorster outlines the country’s approach to marketing and selling enriched uranium. He describes a unique process by which South African scientists can create a highly enriched “uranium concentrate.”
"South African Department of Foreign Affairs, Announcement by South African Prime Minister Vorster," July 20, 1970, History and Public Policy Program Digital Archive, South African Foreign Affairs Archives, Brand Fourie, Atomic Energy, File 2/5/2/1, Vol 1, Vol 2. Obtained and contributed by Anna-Mart van Wyk, Monash South Africa. https://digitalarchive.wilsoncenter.org/document/114143
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Milan stunned by Fiorentina as Juventus go top
Updated 2106 GMT (0506 HKT) April 7, 2012
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is congratulated by his AC Milan teammates after scoring the opening goal against Fiorentina on Saturday
Serie A leaders AC Milan shocked in San Siro as Fiorentina win 2-1
Juventus beat Palermo 2-0 to go top of the table
Fourth-placed Udinese beat Parma 3-1: Inter Milan draw 2-3 against Cagliari
AC Milan's chances of retaining their Serie A took a knock on Saturday as they went down to a shock 2-1 defeat to Fiorentina in the San Siro.
The loss was capitalized on by nearest rivals Juventus who beat Palermo 2-0 in the evening kick-off to return to the top of the table.
Two second-half goals, the first by centre-back Leonardo Bonucci in the 56th minute and Fabio Quagliarella 13 minutes later, mean Juve go one point clear.
Earlier, Brazilian-born striker Amauri fired home in the 89th minute to seal a dramatic win for the Fiorentina.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic opened the scoring for Milan in the 31st minute, stroking home from the penalty spot after Maxi Lopez was fouled by Matija Nastastic.
But Fiorentina responded with a goal of their own two minutes after the break when Lorenzo Di Silvestri played in Stevan Jovetic who shot past goalkeeper Christain Abbiati.
Amauri's late winner sees Fiorentina move up to 15th place.
The defeat caps a disappointing week for Milan after they were eliminated from the Champions League by Barcelona on Tuesday. The only bright spot on Saturday was the return of Antonio Cassano to the team following heart surgery.
"We need to accept the result in the knowledge that there are still a lot of matches left (seven) and everything is still wide open," said Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri.
"It's been a bad week with the defeat to Barcelona and this one but we have to regroup because there's still everything to play for," he added.
"We have to stay calm, we didn't expect to stumble here but we have to be even more fired up because of what we've wasted."
A 3-1 win for Udinese against Parma sees them move up into fourth ahead of Napoli who went down to a 3-1 defeat at third-placed Lazio.
Ghana midfielder Kwadwo Asamoah opened the scoring moments before the break with skipper Antonio Di Natale netting a second 11 minutes into the second half.
Parma pulled a goal back when Alessandro Lucarelli scored six minutes from time but Asamoah was on hand to grab his second of the match in injury time to make sure of the three points.
Sixth-placed Roma's bid for Champions League football next season was dented by a 4-2 defeat at relegation-threatened Lecce.
Inter Milan now trail Roma by two points after they grabbed a point in a 2-2 draw at Cagliari.
Cagliari were twice in front in the game thanks to goals from Daniele Astori and Mauricio Pinilla in the either half.
But goals Diego Milito and latterly from Esteban Cambiasso earned a draw for Inter.
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Podcast Craze Hits TV and Streaming Hard — and There’s More To Come
Homecoming and Dirty John are the latest podcasts to make the move to the small screen, but not after several high-profile podcast-to-TV flops. Do these series signal a reversal of the trend?
by James Grebey | January 3, 2019 | Comments
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Podcasts are invading the TV medium in earnest with adaptations of top series dropping across broadcast and streaming — and even more on the way.
It used to be that the only way to experience a hit podcast was to pop in your earbuds. But now, it’s just as easy to plop yourself down on the couch and turn on the TV. Three podcast adaptations made their television debuts in November 2018 alone — Amazon’s Homecoming, Bravo’s Dirty John, and Oxygen’s Up and Vanished. The first two are now up for Golden Globe awards on Sunday for best drama series and best performance by and actress in a TV drama (Julia Roberts) for Homecoming and best actress in a limited series or TV movie for Connie Britton’s Dirty John performance.
Though the three shows are hardly the first podcasts to make the jump to TV, they do seem to be indicative of the growing trend.
“This year was a big pivotal moment because you had very aggressive formal interest from television and film studios, as well as coordinated and formalized attempts by podcast companies to build that pipeline,” explains Nicholas Quah, a journalist who covers podcasts and writes a newsletter about the industry, Hot Pod. Quah credits one outlet in particular, Gimlet Media, for jumpstarting the adaptation process. The ambitious company’s non-fiction, real-time account of its founding, Startup, became the ABC sitcom Alex Inc., starring Zach Braff.
While the saccharine ABC comedy was quickly canceled (its 40% Tomatometer score reflects its critical appeal), the company’s second attempt has been a resounding success. The Julia Roberts–starring Amazon Prime Video series Homecoming, based on the fiction podcast of the same name, is Certified Fresh with a glowing 98% Tomatometer score. That these two podcasts from the same company had such drastically different fates once they reached the small screen speaks to how variable the podcast-to-TV trend is.
Good podcasts don’t inherently make great TV. There are some things that podcasts can do that TV can’t, and the reverse is certainly true as well. Rotten Tomatoes spoke to the creators of all three of November’s shows to learn about what went into adapting these podcasts, and what that means for the future.
Homecoming’s New Televised Home
Even as a podcast, something about Homecoming always felt cinematic. The scripted radio drama, a psychological thriller about a facility whose purported mission of helping returning veterans transition to civilian life might mask something more nefarious, featured top-tier talent from the start. Actors Catherine Keener and Oscar Isaac voiced main characters, and the dialogue-driven script resembled the flow of a TV show or film. It was a natural fit for television, and many of its characteristics stayed the same when it jumped mediums. The podcast’s creators and writers, Eli Horowitz and Micah Bloomberg, oversaw the TV show as well, with Mr. Robot creator Sam Esmail executive producing and directing. There were some changes, though, like a new, possibly even more star-studded cast (Julia Roberts!), and the whole “adding visuals” thing.
“In the podcast, we really had complete control of information, the questions, and the scope of the story,” Horowitz tells Rotten Tomatoes, noting how the audio-only version of the story didn’t have room for background details or questions. If a character didn’t mention something, it didn’t exist. On a TV show, though, the way objects are arranged on a character’s desk can be telling.
“In the podcast, the whole world is based on voices and ambient tones and when people are speaking to another person,” Bloomberg adds. “When you go to script format or visual, there’s a way to communicate stuff faster and more precise when you can see it.”
He cites the opening of the Amazon show’s fourth episode, a wordless montage of a drug manufacturing process, as a prime example.
“That’s the type of communication that is totally unavailable to the podcast,” he says,” [that] you get so much story from in this two- or three-minute scene.”
Then again, there are other things a podcast does that a television show can’t.
“Audio offers this real immediacy and authenticity and connection with the characters,” Horowitz says. “You can really sink into these conversations and listen to the way you would any conversation. Television, I don’t think, has that. There’s a greater sense of artifice, a greater sense of separation between you and it.”
Horowitz and Bloomberg say they were both focused on making a story that was right for the specific medium when working on both versions of the show. Neither is “the definitive” version, they say. Some people will like both, some might prefer the podcast, and others, like Bloomberg’s mom, will prefer the show.
“My mom couldn’t listen to the podcast,” Bloomberg recalls. “She was bored to tears by it, but she watched the show all in one sitting, got to the end, and was crying. I think they offer different people different stuff, so I think they’re both great in different ways.”
Dirty John Gets the Bravo Treatment
Dirty John, now approaching its series finale, is a different sort of adaptation than Homecoming. Bravo’s series dramatizes the popular true-crime podcast from the Los Angeles Times, which followed the exploits of John Meehan, a serial liar who conned his way into a dangerous, abusive relationship with well-off Orange County designer Debra Newell.
Bravo’s scripted dramatization casts Eric Bana and Connie Britton as the main characters, and retells the story with an uncanny mix of ridiculousness and creepiness. It’s akin to a ripped-from-the-headlines version of Desperate Housewives, which makes sense, given that one of that show’s producers is running the Dirty John series.
“There’s this fun, twisted fairy-tale aspect to the story,” Alexandra Cunningham tells Rotten Tomatoes, explaining that her adaptation doesn’t just add visuals, but is actually able to expand on the emotions of the story by dramatizing it. “A lot of things we’ve maintained — the spine and the scaffolding of the story — because they are so compelling and true and heart-wrenching. We put a lot more flesh on some bones.”
For instance, Cunningham says she was able to address a concern people who listened to the podcast or read the Los Angeles Times articles had raised: Many listeners thought Debra Newell was “an incredibly stupid woman” for falling for Meehan’s exploitative schtick in the first place.
Casting Britton as Newell certainly helped Cunningham combat this perception, and she framed the events in ways that should make viewers more empathetic towards the main character. She was also able to add some more depth to Meehan, who was not a participant in the podcast for reasons that are obvious to anybody who listened to the end. The show can follow Meehan as he goes about whatever dodgy business he was involved in, whereas the non-fiction podcast had to keep the speculation at a distance.
“It gives you an even more complete picture of this man and commits you more emotionally than [you would have been] just [reading] the descriptions of what he did in the podcast, since you’re sort of watching them along with him,” Cunningham says. “It’s a point-of-view perspective that the podcast couldn’t do.”
Up and Vanished Continues the Investigation
True crime might be podcasting’s leading genre, but don’t forget that it’s also been a TV mainstay for decades, dramatized or not. The recent Up and Vanished special, about Tara Grinstead, a teacher and former beauty queen who went missing in Georgia three years ago, is as much a sequel to host Payne Lindsey’s original podcast as it is an adaptation.
“Both mediums rely on good storytelling,” Lindsey says of the difference between podcasts and TV. “Even though a podcast is strictly audio, listeners develop their own visuals for the story. It’s kind of a more intimate experience, and sometimes I think it actually makes the audience feel closer to the people involved.”
The podcast medium offered Lindsey one thing that TV doesn’t. Because podcasts are typically cheaper and faster to make than TV shows, Up and Vanished was able to generate renewed interest in the case that led to a crucial break in real time.
“That would have been a lot harder to do with a television crew on the ground, following a production schedule, along with all of the other elements that make a TV show,” he says.
(Photo by Syed family/HBO)
The three November podcast-inspired shows are quite different from another, revealing the fundamental wrinkle in any discussion about the future of podcasts on TV: It’s a medium, not single genre.
“There’s a spread of genre that makes this a little hard to talk about efficiently,” journalist Quah says.
The scripted drama–turned–prestige TV Homecoming is a very different beast than the two true-crime podcasts, even if Dirty John turned from non-fiction to scripted when Bravo dramatized it. There are also improvisational comedy podcasts like Comedy Bang Bang and My Brother My Brother and Me, both of which did their audio counterparts proud on TV (and both of which continue in podcast form, though not on television). Then there are the talk shows-with-a-twist, like Desus & Mero and even Bill Simmons’ Any Given Wednesday (to a certain extent), which launched as a result of the hosts’ popular podcasts.
There are even more TV adaptations in the works: Crimetown, a non-fiction podcast about corruption in Providence, Rhode Island, is coming to FX, as is the spooky Welcome to the Night Vale. Fantastically popular podcast Serial is getting an HBO documentary, The Case Against Adnan Syed (pictured above), but a scripted television adaptation of the murder-mystery by The LEGO Movie’s Chris Lord and Phil Miller has been in development hell since 2015. Limetown, a scripted horror podcast, will hit Facebook Watch and star Jessica Biel.
Some of these shows will be good certainly. Others, maybe not so much. That they began their lives as podcasts doesn’t give them an inherent advantage or disadvantage over any other type of adaptation, aside from maybe being more buzzworthy than other series.
“Isn’t it the story that’s more crucial? You wouldn’t say books make good movies — it depends on the book,” Homecoming’s Bloomberg says.
Podcasts have a lot of things going for them: They’re cheap to make, generally flexible productions to undertake, and can connect with large audiences in an intimate way. They’re not a guarantee for success on TV, but the right podcast with the right creative team can, ideally, become something new — something that’s more than just a podcast with pictures.
“The fundamental thing,” Quah says, “is to create something native to the experience.”
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Bristol 1944: Coffee, Doughnuts and
Posted on July 4, 2019 by Oliver Kent
A few years ago one of my students found a metal label in the grounds of Bristol School of Art in Clifton. She had been in the military and recognised it as an American military dog-tag from the Second World War. My son took an interest and contacted the US Embassy in London who very helpful.
Sometime between November 10 and December 24, 1944, a US Army corporal called Laures Champlin visited the American Red Cross Club at the Royal West of England Academy in Queens Road, Clifton. Presumably, along with coffee and doughnuts, he took advantage of the shower block put up by the army in the back-yard. In the process he lost one of his dog-tags which ended up in the dirt outside the shower block entrance. Champlin came from Louisiana and was a truck driver with the 244th Engineer Combat Battalion. They had arrived at Avonmouth Docks from New York on November 10 and were stationed nearby in Sea Mills awaiting posting to Europe in the follow up to the Normandy Landings in June. On Christmas Eve they left by train for Southampton and shipment to France.
That’s the basic story. Along the way we were able to add lots more detail about the Americans in Bristol in 1944 and the of the 244th Engineers. We originally wrote it up for the Bristol Times in 1999 but responses to the article and recent building work at the Art School have brought more to light. We now have four characters to work with.
The Royal West of England Academy in WWII
The Academy building in Queens Road was built in 1858 to accommodate two separate institutions; upstairs the West of England Academy, an artists’ body with exhibition galleries and meeting rooms modelled on the Royal Academy in London and downstairs the School of Practical Art (now Bristol School of Art). When the Second World War broke out in 1939 both continued to operate normally although many students were called up. Things changed in 1944 as the military build up began for D-Day and the Normandy Landings. Bristol was an important entry point for American troops and equipment, and the decision was taken to establish the US First Army commander General Omar Bradley’s headquarters at Clifton College. Many local buildings and open spaces were commandeered to act as offices, camps and billets for the US forces. The Art School continued to operate normally through the war but the (by now Royal) West of England Academy upstairs was taken over as an American Red Cross Club. The clubs served fresh coffee and doughnuts and offered music and dancing (no alcohol). The RWA was for white US soldiers only – black US troops had a separate club in Great George Street. Bigger events such as band concerts were held at the Victoria Rooms over the road. American women Red Cross staff ran the clubs assisted by locals.
The dog-tag was found just in front of a small outbuilding in the garden. Looking at it with a fresh eye, it is familiar as the kind of prefabricated concrete structure often seen on wartime airfield and hospital sites. Known as a Ministry of Works and Procurement (MOPW) Standard Hut, they were built in large numbers although not usually in the backyards of art galleries and art schools. There were two sizes and this one is actually half of a small one with a tower in one corner for a water tank and a boiler below. Markings on the floor suggested stalls. A brick and concrete staircase added to the back of the main building at the same time, links the art gallery on the upper floor to the garden, effectively avoiding the art school. It seems the hut provided shower and washroom facilities appropriate to the new busy use for the art gallery in 1944. It seems a reasonable guess that Laures lost his dog-tag(s) whilst taking the opportunity for a shower.
The wartime MOPW Hut / shower block behind the Royal West of England Academy building in Clifton. The tower held the hot water tank.
Interior of the MOPW Hut in use by the art school as a sculpture studio in the 1990s.
Wartime Utility coffee mugs and plates, an American aftershave and sample size shampoo bottles uncovered by recent building work near the MOWP hut.
This winter, building work in front of the hut has disturbed the ground where the dog-tag was found and revealed a small dump of wartime pottery and glass. The china consists largely of ‘utility’ white plates and mugs produced under government control and marked G VI R with the date 1944. These were made primarily for military use and issued to NAAFI, Red Cross and evidently American Red Cross kitchens and mobile canteens. The glass includes American Aqua Velva aftershave and sample size Drene shampoo bottles and shards of a clear glass Coca Cola bottle of a type made for the US Army.
The garden soil has also given up a second dog-tag, this one belonging to Coastguardsman Kenyon D. Clauson of the US Coastguard Reserve. The main overseas role of the USCGR was as crew for troopships and landingcraft. Another story.
Laures Champlin and the 244th Engineers
The US Embassy in London and various organisations in the States have been very helpful in enabling us to find out more about our soldier and his unit. T5 (Corporal) Laures Edwin Champlin came from Jonesville in Concordia Parish on the Mississippi in Louisiana. His family were farmers. He served as a truck driver with the 244th Engineer Combat Battalion and was 18, coming up 19, when he arrived at Avonmouth docks on November 10, 1944. The 244th Engineers were a specialist unit tasked primarily with road repair and construction, an essential role but one that tends not to get much mention in the history books.
18 year old Laures Champlin as a new recruit in the summer of 1944 (photo courtesy of the Champlin family).
At the US Army Military History Institute in Pennsylvania is a 60-page account of the adventures of the 244th Engineers from recruitment to discharge, written by Sergeant Edward Hagerty and some other members of B Company while waiting to return home from France in late 1945 (Laures Champlin was in C Company). In it the larger picture of the war is replaced by an eye-witness account in which food and warmth are as important as anything. The Battalion spent six weeks living in the camp in Sea Mills. Exploring Bristol brought their first experience of the effects of war; coming into the city, they found the blackout difficult and they were shocked by the extent of the damage caused by bombing. Hagerty ‘As Christmas Day drew near everyone in the Co. decided to give their candy rations to the orphans who lived in an old castle on a hill in Shirehampton (presumably Nazareth House). On the 23rd of Dec. Madden and I took the rations in a big basket up to the children as the Co’s Christmas present to them.’ On their return to camp they were met with the news that the Battalion had been ordered to leave for France the following day. Food for Christmas Day was all ready for preparation but had to be put away as their trucks, supplies and kit were loaded on to rail wagons at Avonmouth Station.
They had to walk to Avonmouth to catch the train – it seems odd now to think of young soldiers going off to war along the Severn Beach line through the Avon Gorge and under the Clifton Suspension Bridge. At Southampton ‘We pulled into a large freight terminal and once again the Red Cross was prepared for us. We ruined their supply of “coffee and” in nothing flat. We were really hungry and didn’t mind showing it.’
Arriving at Le Havre, minus their trucks and equipment somehow left behind in Avonmouth, the 244th were soon faced with freezing conditions. Short of basic kit they had to improvise cooking facilities and took up fishing and hunting for extra supplies. Once reequipped, they began repairing roads and when laying a minefield in mid-January they had their first confusing experience of hostile shelling. Their big show came with the Rhine crossing in March, 1945, when they worked under fire to build approach roads on both sides of the Rhine at the Wallace bridging point near Wesel. The Bailey bridge was claimed to be the largest ever built. Later they briefly saw front line action as infantry before taking part in the crossing of the Elbe in northern Germany at war’s end.
Laures Champlin was awarded the Good Conduct Medal and after the war retrained and joined the US Air Force as a radio repairman. He died in 1972, and his family in Louisiana must have been a little surprised to hear from Bristol. They say that he mentioned getting into trouble for losing his dog-tags but he never knew where he had lost them. They have kindly provided photographs of him – looking very young in his crisp new uniform.
Laures Champlin in 1946. (photo courtesy of the Champlin family)
With thanks to the United States Embassy in London, Philippa Barton, Ben Kent and the Champlin family.
Hagerty, Sgt. Edward D., 1946. Old Company “B”. 244th Engineer Combat Battalion. (unpublished manuscript). College Park, MD: US Army Military History Institute/National Archives at College Park.
Kent, Oliver, 1999. ‘Dog-tag clue to forgotten soldier’. Bristol Times. (Bristol Evening Post supplement). Oct 19, 1999, 3.
Sansom, John, (Ed), 2002. Public View. A Profile of The Royal West of England Academy. Bristol: Redcliffe.
Thomas, Ethel, 1989. War Story. Bristol: Ethel Thomas.
Wakefield, K., 1994. Operation Bolero. The Americans in Bristol and the West Country, 1942-45. Crècy Books.
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Modernism or Pragmatism. British Utility Ceramics in the 1940s.
Posted on June 17, 2019 by Oliver Kent
A small collection of Utility pottery has turned up during building work on the site of the American Red Cross Club in Bristol. Made between 1943 and 1951, these wares were produced under Government control primarily for military use. Identifying them has drawn attention to the lack of information about them.
US Army personal eating lunch in the American Red Cross Club in Clifton, Bristol in 1944. The main Utility ceramic forms can be seen on the tables. (RWA).
The Government scheme to control and manage industrial production and distribution of essential products is often talked about as if it was solely concerned with furniture and its rationing to those in need. In practice the control of manufacturing was far more extensive, directing all kinds of companies to adapt their production to make military equipment and supplies, redistributing production to minimise the impact of the war on particular industries and managing materials consumption to avoid waste or shortages.
For household and products such as clothing, the Utility scheme went a stage further and controlled the design of things. This was justified as a way of minimising waste of resources by setting out tight guidelines within which objects could be made. How tight those guidelines were varied and the furniture stipulations were the most detailed resulting in an official catalogue of products issued in 1943. Rationing controlled rates of consumption and discouraged hoarding, inflation and abuse.
In 1941-42 the ceramics industry was brought under Government control. Under the Wartime Concentration Scheme potteries were rated nucleus, concentrated or closed down. The higher end manufacturers went on as before but only to produce for export. Starting in 1943, the ‘concentrated’ potteries were given a list of approved Utility shapes to be produced in white or natural clay colour only. No decoration or colour was permitted. It is unclear where the designs came from but the cups for instance are very similar to pre-war hotel wares. Unlike the furniture designs where the specification was precisely controlled, the potters produced their own versions of the shapes and made them using their existing production-lines and clays. The range was basic and the shapes robust and plain. Mugs are cylinders and matching bowls are larger lower cylinders with rounded bases and neat feet. Beakers are crisp inverted cones.
1930’s cheap white pottery ‘for kitchen or nursery.’ The Army and Navy Stores, General Price List, 1939-40.
Designer and critic Gordon Forsyth attacked the Utility designs in the trade journal, the Pottery Gazette in 1943. (McLaren, 2009).
Design writers were initially positive and as with furniture there was a feeling that there was an opportunity to encourage a public appreciation of a practical Modernist aesthetic. As time went on thinking changed and the ceramics industry the designs seeing them as harsh and damaging to the their reputation. In the Pottery Gazette in May 1943, Gordon Forsyth questioned why existing hotelware ranges could not be retained, decrying Utility ‘clogs for handles.’
The examples from Bristol represent a number of manufacturers and vary considerably in quality. They are accompanied by American glassware and metal objects including cutlery and two US forces dog-tags. The Utility marked pieces are all dated 1944 with the exception of two mugs from 1943. It seems likely that the group was deposited in 1946 when the Red Cross Club closed.
Utility plates. Clockwise from top left by row: Grindley; J & G Meakin; Pountney & Co Ltd, Bristol; unidentified; Newhall Pottery; Newhall Pottery; Pountney & Co Ltd, Bristol.
Utility coffee/tea mugs. Clockwise from top left: Nelson Ware, Concentration Group C, Elijah Cotton Ltd; Pountney & Co Ltd, Bristol; unidentified; Alfred Meakin, Concentration Group B.
British NAAFI workers serving tea in a bombed street. 30 standard mugs to a tray. Note the handle slot to allow the tray to be stowed as a drawer in the van. The second box appears to be full of doughnuts. The Imperial War Museum dates this photo to 1941 but the mugs say later. (IWM D2157))
‘Clogs for handles.’ Utility mug-handle variations. Clockwise from top left: Alfred Meakin, 1944; Pountney & Co Ltd, 1943; Nelson Ware, Elijah Cotton, 1944; unidentified, 1943; Pearsons of Chesterfield, 1944.
Despite the negative view of these shapes expressed by the industry in the latter years of the war and their replacement once controls were relaxed with softer more conventional shapes for public consumption, they persisted. The standard chunky-rimmed Utility plate has remained a stock hotelware shape and the square tea/coffee mug is so ubiquitous as to be almost invisible. The public may not have been concerned about modernism but they liked the idea of a generous mug of tea – milk, two sugars.
Appendix: pottery marks on the Utility wares from the Royal West of England Academy/American Red Cross Club, Bristol.
Some Utility mugs were marked to indicate the RAF or the NAAFI but the vast majority of the pottery carried only an official G VI R stamp, a date and the name of the particular manufacturer – they never bore the CC41 mark used on many other Utility artefacts. Under the Concentration Scheme maximum prices were fixed at three levels and wares were required to carry an A, B or C mark to indicate their rating.
Utility marks on plates. Clockwise from top left: 6.5 in side plate, Pountney & Co Ltd; 6.5 in side plate, Grindley; 9 in dinner plates, Newhall Pottery; 6.5 in side plate, J & G Meakin Ltd.
Utility marks on tea/coffee mugs. Clockwise from top left: Nelson Ware, Elijah Cotton Ltd with Concentration Scheme letter C; Pountney & Co Ltd, Bristol; unidentified; Alfred Meakin with impressed Concentration Scheme letter B; Pearsons of Chesterfield.
Utility marks on other shapes. Top: Beaker, A G Richardson & Co Ltd; small basin, Swinnertons Ltd.
Army & Navy Stores Limited. General Price List, 1939-40.
Birks, S., undated. Wartime Concentration Scheme. The ‘A.B.C.’ Pottery Firms. http://www.thepotteries.org/mark/b/ABC.html (accessed 17.02.2019).
McLaren, 1999. ‘Utility forgot: shaping the future of the British pottery industry 1941-45.’ In Attfield, J., 1999. Reassessed: The Role of Ethics in the Practice of Design. Manchester: Manchester University Press.
McLaren, G., 2009. ‘National Identity and the Problem of Style in the Post-War British Ceramic Industry.’ Interpreting Ceramics, 11. http://www.interpretingceramics.com/issue011/articles/02.htm (accessed 19.02.2019).
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Newport Medieval Kiln Open to the Public
Posted on September 2, 2018 by Oliver Kent
The impressive medieval pottery kiln at Newport in Pembrokeshire is now fully conserved and open to public view. The kiln is contained within the basement of the Newport Memorial Hall built in 1921. Its survival concealed within the building for a century is a remarkable story of local enthusiasm and the involvement of Mortimer Wheeler. The project to update the hall has allowed the kiln to be conserved and made accessible seven days a week. As part of the interpretation, visitors are treated to an excellent 5-minute film/digital animation showing the workings of the kiln and the pottery.
Arguably the most complete medieval pottery kiln in Britain, after partial excavation in 1921 it was preserved under the Newport Memorial Hall and largely forgotten until 2013. Unusually large for a medieval kiln it dates from the late 1400s/early 1500s and formed part of a regional industry serving South West Wales. The potters made workaday domestic jugs and jars, undecorated and unassuming but nonetheless very well made. Now as fully excavated as possible the kiln is enclosed in an environmentally stable room with a plate glass wall.
The formal public opening was held on Saturday 28 July and attended by several hundred people according to the report in the Western Mail. The kiln was opened by the Mayor of Newport, Alderman John Edwards and David Robinson of the Heritage Lottery Fund.
The day was enlivened by pottery making demonstrations, talks and all manner of entertainments. A great success and hopefully the kiln will be a valued attraction for Newport in the future as well as being an important aspect of regional archaeology and history and the history of British ceramics.
The two pots were found in the 19th-century in Newport Castle. They are similar to those made at the pottery but probably come from another related pottery nearby.
Carmarthen College students have worked with us to design some beautiful reconstruction drawings. This one is based on our laser-survey data and although the precise layout of buildings is hypothetical, the size and proportions have been carefully considered.
For more detail on the history, excavation and interpretation of the site see my earlier posts:
The Newport Medieval Kiln, Pembrokeshire. Feb 2016
(Re) Excavating the Medieval Kiln at Newport, Pembrokeshire. Dec 2016
Finds from the Medieval Kiln-site at Newport, Pembs. Feb 2017
Latest News from the Newport Medieval Kiln. May 2017
Jars and Jugs from the Newport Medieval Kiln excavations. Nov 2017
Funding for the project has come from a range of sources including the Heritage Lottery Fund, Sustainable Development Agency, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, the Foyle Foundation and the Welsh Government.
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Post-War Modern: A Concrete Greenhouse
Posted on August 26, 2018 by Oliver Kent
During the Second World War prefabricated building design and technology developed very rapidly. In Britain manufacturing was tightly controlled and many small companies learned new skills in the process. Hendy Quarry in South Wales was probably one of these and in 1944 turned to developing prefabricated concrete glasshouses.
When we were in Pembrokeshire for the opening of the Newport Medieval Kiln we took time to explore the area around. Amongst other places we visited was Llanerchaeron, an 18th-century house and estate owned by the National Trust. The house itself is interesting but the main emphasis here is on the business of running such a property from the household staff to the large estate farm next door. The extensive kitchen gardens are impressive and being maintained and operated by a team of volunteers. The walled garden nearest the houses has flanking heated walls with flues and fireboxes were designed to grow fruit trees and vines against but also provided the heat source for a range of large glasshouses now mostly in a tumbledown state. Half of one of these had, according to the volunteer we spoke to, been replaced around 1950 with a reinforced concrete version. Time has taken its toll and glassless this too now is deteriorating steadily. I do not suppose its fate is a priority for the National Trust and clearly it does not fit into their 19th-century narrative very well. Nonetheless, a prefabricated reinforced concrete greenhouse seems a rare and intriguing thing and deserving of investigation.
Llanerchaeron, Ceredigion. The crumbling prefabricated concrete glasshouse in the old walled garden.
Reinforced concrete seems such an unlikely material for a glasshouse and the delicacy of the structure is a real surprise. Seeming largely slotted together it looks like a fragile constructional toy. The lack of glass makes it look vulnerable in stark contrast to its former occupant a hearty vine now bursting through at the end nearest the door.
On one end a label identified it as having been made by the Hendy Quarry Company and gives four patent numbers. These were submitted by John Ace Roberts of Barry in 1944/5 and cover the building structure and the detail of the hinges windows and skylights. Patent 594822 is for ‘Improvements to Buildings consisting of a Rigid Framework and Glazing or other Sheet Covering Material Carried thereon.’ The patents were granted in 1947.
Llanerchaeron, Ceredigion. Interior of the prefabricated concrete glasshouse in the walled garden.
The bolted scarf-joint between the frame post and roof beam of the prefabricated glasshouse.
Drawings from the 1944/5 application for Patent 594822. Figure 26 shows the two piece scarf-jointed form of frame. (Espacenet. European Patent Office).
The core of the structure is a series of vertical reinforced concrete posts set in a concrete floor slab and with a roof beam scarf-jointed at an angle. A ridge would form a full building. At Llanerchaeron the top ends of the roof beams are mounted onto the existing garden wall to form a lean-to. Spaced about 9ft apart, the posts and beams are slotted along their sides to take inserted additional precast elements such as solid wall blocks and window frames as seen in the patent drawings. The method is very similar to that used in the Ministry of Works and Planning (MoWP) Standard Hut designed in 1942 itself derived from an earlier hut designed by the British Concrete Federation (BCF) and other experimental designs from the late 1930s.
The frame structure of a Ministry of Works and Planning (MoWP) Standard Hut designed in 1942. (Mallory and Arvid, 1973. p. 188.)
Around 60 different prefabricated building designs were proposed or manufactured in WW2. Lightweight wood and metal structures were useful in mobile or battlefield situations. The advantage of concrete buildings was the relative accessibility of materials and relatively low-tech manufacturing. Against that was the problem of weight and bulk for shipping and the time taken for construction. These buildings became the standard types for projects in the UK and that required a degree of permanence. Airfields, hospitals, military camps and prisoner of war camps were the main results.
The MoWP Hut was particularly practical because it was designed to be adapted to local materials. The frames combined with a concrete sheet roof were supplied from the works. A 6ft spacing between posts could take matching concrete wall-sections but builders were encouraged to use local resources and many were finished in brick – 6ft = 12 bricks. Window frames simply had to fit the 6ft module. The concept derived from the earlier BCF Hut which was designed to utilise standard concrete paving slabs as wall components but hence required a lot more uprights.
A 5-bay MoWP Hut built at the Royal West of England Academy in Bristol in 1944 for the US Army as a shower/latrine block. The walls are finished in brick with wooden window frames. The raised section held a water tank. Normally ten bays long this is actually half a hut!
The Hendy glasshouse uses a frame structure very similar to the MoWP Standard Hut and the long pre-cast wall slab under the windows. The use of these to build a full height wall can be seen in the 1953 advertisement for the Hendy garage version of the building. The only real difference is that the Hendy system uses a 9ft post spacing rather than a 6ft one.
An advertisement for the Hendy Portable Garage. Autocar, March, 1953.
Hendy Quarry Co. sold out to English China Clays in 1955 and there seems to be little information on them. They built sample buildings at agricultural shows in the early 1950s and advertised in the motoring press. Tarmac still operate the quarry itself.
Once you start looking, modular reinforced concrete garages and garden walls from the 1950s and 60s are all over the place. The 1965 Pitch and Pay Park development in Sneyd Park, Bristol features concrete post and slab garden walls for example. Designed by Prebend Jacobsen for Span Developments this estate reflects the leading edge of post-war Modernist suburban estate design. Modular prefabricated concrete components have moved from the experimental and theoretical in the 1930s through a period of rapid development and assimilation during the war to become part of the armoury of modernist architects and designers. Hendy’s were a small part of that, probably looking to capitalise on their new found skills making components during the war. As early as 1944 they had begun planning for peacetime. I rather like the concrete glasshouse as a brutalist’s imagining of a brighter future.
If anyone knows of a more complete example I would love to hear about it. I would like to encourage the National Trust to consider how they might conserve and/or reuse theirs.
For more information on Llanerchaeron, opening times etc see National Trust, Llanerchaeron. It is about 2 miles SE of Aberaeron in Ceredigion, West Wales.
Draper, K., L. 2015. Building for War: Examples of Temporary Structures Designed for Wartime Use in Britain (1939-1945). Paper delivered at the 5th International Congress on Construction History.
Espacenet. European Patent Office website. Entries for patents GB594822; GB586218; GB586223 and GB594875.
Mallory, Keith and Ottar, Arvid, 1973. The Architecture of Aggression. A history of military architecture in North West Europe 1900-1945. London: Architectural Press.
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Laser-scanning the 18th-century Kiln at Dunster
Posted on August 5, 2018 by Oliver Kent
The kiln in Dunster is the oldest ‘complete’ pottery kiln in Britain and sits alone in the corner of the grounds of Dunster Castle in Somerset. It was built in 1759 and its construction is recorded in detail in the Lutterell family papers. Like the watermill nearer to the house it was designed as a working feature within the naturalistic design of the castle park. The potters, John Mogg and his wife Ruth, would have had to both make and fire pottery and cope with the attentions of the Lutterells’ guests. At the mill, the millers still have the same situation today but nowadays their employer is the National Trust.
Following on from recording the old kiln at the Winchcombe Pottery in Gloucestershire, David Dawson, Bill Stebbing and I have begun laser-scanning the Dunster kiln – Exmoor National Park, the National Trust and the other stakeholders having given their permission. David and I have a long association with the kiln at Dunster having played a significant part in its rediscovery, excavation, conservation, recording and publication.
Figure 1. Laser-scanning the 18th-century pottery kiln at Dunster Castle, Somerset.
Figure 2. The 18th-century pottery kiln at Dunster Castle, Somerset is partially buried by a metre or more of later dumping of construction debris and soil.
We researched and published the pottery, The Pottery House in the Old Park as it was known, in 2007. Read or download pdf from academia.edu. This is a quick summary:
The Dunster Castle park was extensively remodelled by Henry Fownes Lutterell from the 1740s onwards and the pottery was one of a number of features designed to animate it. Lutterell’s agent George Gale kept detailed accounts for each project. In February 1759 Gale advertised in The Western Flying Post for ‘a person that can undertake making and burning all sorts of Coarse Pottery Ware.’ Construction seems to have started under a potter called James Saunders but by August matters are in the hands of John and Ruth Mogg from Bristol. The accounts detail bills for carpentry, lime supplies, masonry, blacksmith’s work, clay, lead ore as well as workshop tools such a sieves and a file. The Moggs had to site-manage – the account notes:
’15 days Work directing & helping to put the house in order to go to Work… By lost time afterwards in directing the Masons about Building the Kiln – and for preparing the clay & making Arches to go round the bottom of the Kiln – and repairing the bottom of the Kiln 3 times.’
The first firing was in November 1759. It obviously went well because the cash book shows steady pot sales from the 13th of the month onwards. There were six further firings between February and October 1760. Things seemed to be going well but by Christmas John Mogg was dead. In January 1761 Ruth was paid £13.10s – their remaining wages plus a gratuity of £1.10s from Mr. Lutterell and was gone. The accounts note further purchases of lead and ‘potter’s wood’ and on June 30th Gale ‘gave John Norris a potter towards his expenses in coming from Crock Street to take the work.’ (Crock Street is in Donyatt in South Somerset. The Norris’s were the largest of the potter families there). There the account stops.
The pottery must always have been fairly impractical. It is on a little knoll up which everything had to be hauled, clay, water, fuel, everything. It was always first and foremost for show. Nonetheless the archaeology suggests it continued in us for some time.
Excavation of the kiln interior revealed that the fireboxes had been blocked in the 1830s or 40s. The floor had been removed and lowered at this time and the flues filled in to make a clay floor. In the flues were fragments of unfired pottery suggesting that at the point of demolition there had been recent activity in the pottery. The estate chose to retain the kiln as a landscape feature whilst demolishing the house and workshop. That and other building work behind resulted in a raising of the ground level burying the lower metre or more of the kiln and making the interior and exterior flush. Eventually forgotten, overgrown with ivy and used as a shed it remained so until its rediscovery in 1989. Now conserved and presented once more as part of the Castle grounds it has come back to life.
Laser-Scanning the Kiln
The images below are screenshots based on our initial scanning data. There is more surveying to do as well as processing so they are far from perfect. Nonetheless they show some great detail. It is possible to see how much of the building is buried and how it is built as a brick structure encased in the thick stone exterior. Inside, the surviving lower courses of the underfloor flues fan out from the two fireboxes, off-centre and irregular. They must be the ‘arches around the bottom of the kiln’ that the Moggs had to repair several times. If you look carefully you can see that the flue leading from the top side of the left firebox has melted and is blocked. There is more damage in the centre. The height of the firebox gives an idea of where the floor would originally have been. Both have ledges for fire-bars and project a long way into the kiln.
Figure 3. The 18th-century pottery kiln at Dunster Castle, Somerset. Screenshot from the initial laser-scan data showing the front elevation. Copyright Scan to PLAN. Figure 4. The 18th-century pottery kiln at Dunster Castle, Somerset. Screenshot from the initial laser-scan data. Cross-section through the doorway, showing the western firebox and the remains of the flue structure. Copyright Scan to PLAN. Figure 5. The 18th-century pottery kiln at Dunster Castle, Somerset. Screenshot from the initial laser-scan data. East-west cross-section. Copyright Scan to PLAN.
Figure 6. The 18th-century pottery kiln at Dunster Castle, Somerset. Screenshot from the initial laser-scan data. Plan view of fireboxes and flue structure. Copyright: Scan to PLAN.
Why get so excited about an old kiln? It is surprising how poorly documented the development of pottery technology is. Basic questions about fuels, fireboxes, chimneys and kiln furniture can be a challenge to answer. Kiln design, by which I mean building an innovative structure with a particular aim in mind as opposed to working within a convention or tradition, might be said to emerge in the late 17th century. This kiln has ledges for fire-bars, a conical brick chimney, a flue structure directing heat into the centre of the floor. These are aspects of innovation – not necessarily at Dunster literally but in the context of the pottery industry in the mid 18th century. It is securely dated and many of the people who built it can be identified. It is a small window but it is very exciting!
David Dawson and Oliver Kent, 2007. ‘‘Animated Prospect,’- An 18th-century Kiln at ‘the Pottery House in the Old Park, Dunster, Somerset,’ in J. Finch and K. Giles, (eds), 2007. Estate Landscapes. Design, Improvement and Power in the Post-Medieval Landscape. Society for Post-Medieval Archaeology Monograph 4. Woodbridge: SPMA/Boydell and Brewer, 95-112. Read or download pdf from academia.edu.
David Dawson and Oliver Kent, 2008, ‘The development of the bottle kiln in pottery manufacture in Britain.’ Post-Medieval Archaeology, 42/1, 201-226. Read or download pdf from academia.edu.
For more on laser-scanning at the Winchcombe Pottery in Gloucestershire, see my blog post from April 2017 Laser-Scanning the Old Winchcombe Pottery Kiln.
All photos copyright Oliver Kent, 2018. The laser-scanned images are copyright Bill Stebbing/Scan to PLAN, 2018.
Updated 6 Aug 2018.
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The Babel Tower Brickworks
Posted on July 17, 2018 by Oliver Kent
Tower of Babel. Joos de Momper, Antwerp c.1600. Oil on canvas. 175cm x 249cm. Musee Royaux des Beaux Art, Brussels. (Wikipedia Commons)
Whilst at the Medieval Pottery Research Group conference in Brussels at the beginning of June some of us found time to visit the Musee Royaux des Beaux Arts. I particularly wanted to see the Brueghels. Near to those was this huge Tower of Babel by Joos de Momper, painted around 1600. De Momper lived in Antwerp and was a friend of Jan Brueghel and his son, sometimes collaborating with them but generally specialising in landscape rather than genre painting.
The story of the Tower of Babel appears in Genesis 11: 1-9 and explains how the multiplicity of human languages emerged. (I have quoted the English King James Bible. De Momper would probably have read it in Flemish or French.)
1. And the whole earth was of one language.
2. And it came to pass, as they journeyed from the east, that they found a plain in the land of Shinar; and they dwelt there.
3. And they said to one another, Go to, let us make Brick, and burn them throughly. And they had brick for stone, and slime (sic) for morter.
4. And they said, Go to, let us build us a city and a tower, whose top may reach unto heaven, and let us make us a name, lest we be scattered abroad upon the face of the earth.
5. And the LORD came down to see the city and the tower, which the children of men builded.
6. And the LORD said, Behold, the people is one, and they have all one language, and this they begin to do: and now nothing will be restrained from them which they imagined to do.
7. Go to, let us go down, and there confound their language, that they may not understand one another’s speech.
8. So the LORD scattered them abroad from thence upon the face of the earth: and they left off to build the city.
9. Therefore is the name of it called Babel; because the LORD did there confound the language of all the earth: and from thence did the LORD scatter them abroad upon the face of all the earth.
The painting shows the Tower of Babel mid-way through construction with Nimrod and his entourage inspecting the works in the foreground. Babel was a popular subject and many painters included construction details – lots of scaffolding – but what is arresting about De Momper’s depiction is the sheer density and range of activity. He has taken verse three as his theme, ‘Go to, let us make Brick, and burn them throughly. And they had brick for stone, and slime (sic) for morter.’ In some languages the mortar is given as bitumen but De Momper seems to have gone for lime as a logical interpretation.
The Babel Brickworks, Tower of Babel (detail). Joos de Momper, Antwerp c.1600. Oil on canvas. 175cm x 249cm. Musee Royaux des Beaux Art, Brussels.
In the foreground on the right a group of limekilns are distinguished by their square shapes and the barrow runs to their rims. One glows from the top and smoke billows around them.
Behind and above them a vast spill of terracotta forms a significant splash of warm colour across the middle of the canvas, the brightest of a series of diagonal lines across the painting, retreating in scale and leading the eye from the masons in the bottom right all the way to the top of the tower. This a huge disorderly stack of fresh bright brick set out in front of a building and a group of large round brick kilns, each with a surrounding timber shelter. Flames belch from the nearest kiln as carters load up and foremen inspect and organise.
In effect this is a convincing picture of brick production in the large 15th century with a convincing representation of a functioning brick kiln. It is interesting that De Momper shows a round updraught kiln with a wide top rather than a clamp which one might assume was more usual. Archaeological excavations of early kilns invariably focus on the kiln itself and pay scant attention to the surroundings. When post-holes are identified they are rarely interpreted as parts of the kiln or are too unclear to be read at all. Here De Momper clearly indicates a lean-to roof resting on the kiln and supported by posts. Such structures are known from 19th century examples in Britain, often walled in as at Barham Brothers Brickworks in Bridgwater, Somerset or indeed the Bulmer Brick and Tile works in Essex as well as from smaller potteries.
The painter uses the kilns for another purpose of course. The people of Babel are to be punished and these are reminders that they are transgressing and that the fires of hell are ever present. Do not overreach yourselves, the painting warns. The structure, colour and message is remarkably similar to De Loutherbourg’s much later painting Coalbrookdale at Night with its sensual and sinister depiction of the Bedlam Furnaces in Shropshire.
Coalbrookdale by Night, (Bedlam Furnaces). Philip de Loutherbourg, 1801. (Wikipedia Commons/Science Museum, London)
Modernism in Bristol: Charlotte St and Gill Sans
Bristol bookseller Douglas Cleverdon is best remembered as the man who asked Eric Gill to paint a shop-sign for him. The lettering that resulted was seen by Stanley Morison of Monotype who asked Gill to develop it as a full typeface. The result was Gills Sans.
A black and white photograph of Cleverdon’s shopfront in Charlotte Street, just off Park Street, shows two windows sitting close to the steeply sloping pavement, the sign and a few bits of the surrounding architectural detail. The address was 18 Charlotte St.
I have tried several times to work out exactly where Cleverdon’s shop was and where the famous sign hung. No one seems to have photographed the lower end of Charlotte St – essentially the side and rear of 71 Park Street. Hill St behind is little more than a back alley. The present street numbering and that used in the 1920s/30s do not seem to match; Charlotte St has no number 18.
In the blitz on November 24th 1940 the end of the block between Park Street, Charlotte St and Hill St was gutted and subsequently demolished. A photograph of the junction of Park St and Charlotte St on the morning after the bombing shows the destruction. The corner building (71 Park St) has lost its front, roof and floors and the side wall into Charlotte St only remains vertical because steel joists and a column inserted as part of the street level optician’s shopfront are resolutely holding on. The side wall running up Charlotte St is visible as far as the front door to the building above and a bit beyond. The door is gone and opens on nothing but the opposite wall. Above is a large Guinness poster. A few doors down and two more shops are completely gone.
Today an eccentric and temporary looking single storey post-war building functions as a shop on the Park St level with Vincenzo’s pizza restaurant above on the flat roof and behind it becoming ground level further up Charlotte St. Vincenzo’s is a longstanding Bristol institution if ever there was one with its chianti bottles hanging in nets from the ceiling. Both give 71 Park St as an address; Vincenzo’s is 71a.
Stephen Groome recently published the wartime photo on the Facebook group Bristol – Then and Now Photographs and pointed out a detail I had not noticed before. Above the side door to the burnt-out building are painted the words Clifton Arts Club.
Suzanne Clarke wrote a history of the Clifton Arts Club in 1993. The Club originally met in the Royal West of England Academy but by 1922 the space was needed for other things and they sought new premises. In 1923 they moved into 17/18 Charlotte St ‘over number 71 Park Street… a large room with a stage, a smaller room and a kitchen, the rooms being entered up some steps from a door in Charlotte Street.’ ‘Further up Charlotte Street, in the same building was Douglas Cleverdon’s antiquarian bookshop… started in 1927.’ Above the CAC rooms the two upper floors were a flat and photographic studio belonging to Methven Brownlee. According to Suzanne, Douglas Cleverdon rented the flat and Eric Gill was a frequent guest (the reference is to Fiona MacCarthy’s 1989 biography of Eric Gill).
So the destroyed building on the corner of Park Street was a shop on the lower ground floor numbered 71 Park St. The Clifton Arts Club meeting rooms on the upper ground floor and a two floor flat above were accessed from the main door to the side in Charlotte St and numbered 17/18. Behind the main building prewar maps show the rear yard/outbuilding area back to Hill St as built over and this must be Cleverdon’s shop also numbered 18 Charlotte St. The neighbouring building at 69 Park St has a small yard and a two storey stable/outbuilding at the rear. Judging from the photo of the bookshop the same was true for 71/17/18 – the maps showing that the yard area had been built over long before.
The photo shows a two storey building with an internal floor level cutting into the slope. This can only be the upper ground floor would seem that Douglas Cleverdon’s bookshop was in a two storey building on the corner of Charlotte Street and Hill Street where the main entrance and bar of Vincenzo’s restaurant and linked to the building fronting Park Street. Bearing in mind the floor levels and the slope of the pavement, the
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Spatio-temporal geochemical evolution of the SE Australian upper mantle deciphered from the Sr, Nd and Pb isotope compositions of Cenozoic intraplate volcanic rocks
Open access via publisher
Oostingh, K.
Jourdan, Fred
Merle, R.
Chiaradia, M.
Oostingh, K. and Jourdan, F. and Merle, R. and Chiaradia, M. 2016. Spatio-temporal geochemical evolution of the SE Australian upper mantle deciphered from the Sr, Nd and Pb isotope compositions of Cenozoic intraplate volcanic rocks. Journal of Petrology. 57 (8): pp. 1509-1530.
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10.1093/petrology/egw048
Department of Applied Geology
Intraplate basaltic volcanic rocks ranging in age from Late Cretaceous to Holocene are distributed across southeastern Australia in Victoria and eastern South Australia. They comprise four provinces differentiated on the basis of age and spatial distribution. The youngest of these (<4·6 Ma) is the Newer Volcanic Province (NVP), which incorporates lava flows, scoria cones and maars, distributed across western and central Victoria into South Australia. The oldest eruptive rocks belong to the 95-19 Ma Older Volcanic Province, which comprises basaltic lava flows and shallow intrusions distributed across eastern and central Victoria. When examined within the broader framework of geochemical data available for Cretaceous to Cenozoic intraplate volcanism in southeastern Australia, new major, minor and trace element and Sr, Nd and Pb isotope analyses of volcanic rocks from the NVP suggest that their parental magmas originated from a distinctively different mantle source compared with that of the Older Volcanics. We propose that the magmas represented by the Older Volcanics originated from low degrees of partial melting of a mixed source of Indian mid-ocean ridge basalt (MORB)-source mantle and calcio-carbonatite metasomatized sub-continental lithospheric mantle (SCLM), followed by up to 20% fractional crystallization. The magmas of the youngest (<500 ka) suite of the NVP (the Newer Cones) were generated by up to 13% partial melting of a garnet-rich source, followed by similar degrees of fractional crystallization. We also suggest that the temporally intermediate Euroa Volcanics (~7 Ma) reflect chemical evolution from the source of the Older Volcanics to that of the Newer Cones. Furthermore, energy-constrained recharge, assimilation and fractional crystallization (EC-RAxFC) modelling suggests that the Sr isotope signature of the ~4·6-1 Ma Newer Plains component of the NVP can be explained by up to 5% upper crustal assimilation. On the basis of these results and data from the literature for mantle xenoliths, we propose a geodynamic model involving decompression melting of metasomatized veins at the base of the SCLM generating the Older Volcanics and modifying the ambient asthenosphere of Indian MORB isotope character. This was followed by thermal erosion and entrainment of the resulting depleted SCLM into the modified Indian MORB-source asthenospheric mantle, generating the Newer Cones. Such a model is in agreement with recent geophysical observations in the area suggesting edge-driven convection with shear-driven upwelling as a potential geodynamic model resulting in temporal upwelling in the region.
<sup>40</sup>Ar/<sup>39</sup>Ar geochronology reveals rapid change from plume-assisted to stress-dependent volcanism in the Newer Volcanic Province, SE Australia
Oostingh, K.; Jourdan, Fred; Matchan, E.; Phillips, D. (2017)
© 2017. American Geophysical Union. All Rights Reserved.Here we present 40Ar/39Ar ages of volcanic features in the Cenozoic intraplate Newer Volcanic Province in southeast Australia. The <5 Ma volcanic products in the ...
The mafic alkaline volcanism of SW Madagascar (Ankililoaka, Tulear region): 40Ar/39Ar ages, geochemistry and tectonic setting
Cucciniello, C.; Le Roex, A.; Jourdan, Fred; Morra, V.; Grifa, C.; Franciosi, L.; Melluso, L. (2018)
High-precision40Ar/39Ar ages, major and trace element, and radiogenic isotope data are presented for the basanites and alkali basalts forming the southwesternmost monogenetic volcanic field in Madagascar. The volcanic ...
Lead isotopic systematics of massive sulphide deposits in the Urals: Applications for geodynamic setting and metal sources
Tessalina, Svetlana; Herrington, R.; Taylor, R.; Sundblad, K.; Maslennikov, V.; Orgeval, J. (2016)
Lead isotopic compositions of 61 samples (55 galena, one cerussite [PbCO3] and five whole ore samples) from 16 Volcanic Hosted Massive Sulphide (VHMS) deposits in the Urals Orogeny show an isotopic range between 17.437 ...
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David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Iconic New Bridges Session
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
Session Chair: Ken Wright, , P.E., HDR, Pittsburgh, PA
Room: Annapolis
Iconic Bridges make a statement about the communities where they are located, becoming an integral part of the community fabric. Such bridges often pose design and construction challenges in order to make the statement desired by the community. This session highlights two high-profile projects that are certainly iconic. Both design and construction challenges are highlighted, providing ideas that may inform thinking on the development of other local but less visible projects.
IBC 19-48: Owner Objectives and Delivery Method for the New Samuel De Champlain Bridge Corridor Project
Guy Mailhot, P.Eng., M.Eng., Infrastructure Canada, Montreal, QC Canada
A rapidly deteriorating condition of the existing Champlain Bridge in Montreal, led the Government of Canada to accelerate its replacement and ultimately award a $3.98 billion CDN contract to Signature on the Saint Lawrence Group to deliver a new replacement crossing. Entailing a 3.4 km long structure over the St. Lawrence River with some 193,000 m2 of new deck construction, the works represent one of the largest infrastructure projects currently underway in North America and will produce Canada’s biggest bridge.
The first of six related papers submitted to this conference, this paper explains the need for an accelerated schedule, describes the delivery method used, summarizes the imposed requirements to ensure delivery of a highly durable structure (125-year design life) and key architectural features of the bridge required to endow Montreal with an elegant world-class transportation infrastructure.
IBC 19-49: The New Samuel De Champlain Bridge – Performance and Design Criteria
Marwan Nader, Ph.D., P.E., T.Y. Lin International, San Francisco, CA
The New Champlain Bridge is one of the highest profile infrastructure projects in North America due to its economic importance to the region, the premature deterioration of the existing structure, and its visibility from throughout the metropolitan area. The NBSL is comprised of three bridges: a 529m signature span comprised of a asymmetric cable-stayed bridge with a main span of 240m; a 762m East Approach with a maximum span of 109m; and 2,044m West Approach with a typical span of 80.4m. This paper discusses the performance criteria of this life-line structure and the development of design criteria to addressing durability design, temperature, wind, vessel, scour, and the area’s seismic conditions.
IBC 19-50: Design of the Cable-Stayed Bridge Signature Span of the New Samuel De Champlain Bridge
The cable-stayed bridge of the New Champlain Bridge Project is a signature crossing. The asymmetrical structure features a 124m back span and a 240m main span. The 160m-high, single-pylon consists of a tuning-fork configuration of twin masts. Inclined concrete tower legs and “W”-shaped steel pier caps supporting the deck define the unique aesthetics of this bridge. The focus of this paper is to describe the bridge including a discussion of the superstructure, main span tower, supporting piers and cable-stay system. It also describes the erection techniques used. Working alongside the Contractor, the design team made innovative use of pre-casting, modular segments, and non-traditional erection sequencing to meet the Project’s fast-track schedule of only 42 months, even while faced with the severe winters in Montréal.
IBC 19-51: Technical Challenges in Design of the Approach Viaducts of the New Samuel De Champlain Bridge
Zachary McGain, P.Eng., P.E., Systra International Bridge Technologies, Laval, QC; Sevak Demirdjian, SNC Lavalin
The New Champlain Bridge is an iconic structure, being delivered on an extremely fast-tracked schedule. Add to that numerous limitations on construction activities arising from the sensitive river environment, difficult climatic conditions, and concerns over existing regional infrastructure. Finally, throw in strict visual quality requirements to achieve a pre-published architectural concept. This paper discusses how the above conditions guided decision making and design concepts for the approach structures and specific design challenges encountered while meeting the expectations of the constructor, concessionaire and the Authority.
IBC 19-52: Innovative Construction Means and Methods for the New Samuel De Champlain Bridge
Jeff Rogerson, P.Eng. and Gonzalo Osborne, P.Eng., P.E., PMP, Flat Iron Corporation, Ile-de-Sœurs (Verdun), QC Canada
Signature on the Saint Lawrence Construction (SSLC), a consortium comprised of SNC-Lavalin Inc., Flatiron Constructors Canada, Dragados and EBC, is mandated to build the New Champlain Bridge Corridor Project (NCBCP). Significant challenges include: Construction schedule: The Bridge must be in service by December 2018. The Seaway traffic must be maintained during the main span’s construction. This paper discusses among others, the following innovative construction methods used for the New Champlain Bridge (NCB): A custom-built gantry for the installation of the precast footings/pier starters in the river; The delivery system for the segments to the tip of the deck in the main span. These erection systems were developed and selected to suit the specific challenges of the project, including speed of construction, maintenance of shipping and environmental protection. Durability is also a key design consideration, with a 125-year design life set as design criteria.
IBC 19-53: Creation of an Elegant and Iconic New Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge
Kenneth V. Butler, P.E., AECOM, Glen Allen, VA ; Delmar D. Lytle and Richard W. Kenney, District DOT, Washington, DC ; Eric Hayes, South Capitol Bridgebuilders, Washington, DC
The existing Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge, one of the District’s busiest commuter gateways, is 70-years old and past its service life. South Capitol Street was a primary corridor in Major Pierre L’Enfant’s 1791 Plan of the City of Washington, which developed South, East and North Capitol streets to extend directly from the U.S. Capitol, and become prominent gateways to the Monumental Core. Underscoring this historic plan, DDOT and the Design Build team were tasked with creating a new bridge design that would last 100-years and transform South Capitol Street into a prominent gateway. The new bridge crossing the Anacostia River uses the ancient structural form of an arch, and marries it to modern technology. In addition to aesthetic challenges, the project includes technical complexities as well. Unlike conventional arch bridges, the three-arch system is designed to allow the superstructure to freely move through the arches with expansion joints only at the beginning and end of the structure. The bridge expands and contracts through the arches, similar to a glider chair. The unusual variable depth “kite” shape of the arch, unbraced parallel arches and internal splice connection details (needed for aesthetics) all added challenges to both design and erection. The design and construction had to consider all of the environmental site constraints as well as creating a signature bridge that the National Capital Planning Commission, US Historic Preservation Office and the US Commission of Fine arts would embrace. The paper will present the major objectives of the project and progress of construction.
IBC 19-54: Design and Erection Analysis of the New Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge
Nathan M. Porter, P.E. and Eric T. Nelson, AECOM, Glen Allen, VA
This presentation will focus on the technical aspects of designing a signature arch bridge. The 540-feet long multiple arch spans have many challenges technically including: stability of parallel unbraced arches; geometric control of variable depth hexagonal arches 7 to 14 feet deep; thermal movement of 3 sequential arches; critical steel arch base connections into post-tensioned concrete v-piers; use of cable-stay technology to support the superstructure including accommodation of rotation and translation; 1800-ton capacity steel pipe piles; complex substructure shapes and water line footings; and impact avoidance of critical utilities including a 108-inch diameter force main. The presentation will discuss the design approach and methodology as well as the role of the bridge architect versus the designer and contractor. Additionally, the erection of the structure will be discussed in light of loads and stresses imparted on the structure during construction. Wind tunnel testing; technical provision security requirements; scour analyses; and a 100-year corrosion protection plan will be highlighted.
IBC POS-03: Osmangazi Bridge, Izmit Bay, Turkey
Efe Alisan, Cimtas, Bursa, Turkey
The main steel contractor’s story in Osmangazi Bridge, the current 4th longest suspension bridge in the world is presented. The bridge spans the Izmit Bay at its narrowest point (8,600 ft) along the eastern bounds of Marmara Sea in Turkey. It forms the crucial part of a new motorway development project that links the two major cities : Istanbul and Izmir. The bridge is built in one of the most earthquake prone regions in the world and opened to traffic in 2016. With a main span of 5.085 ft and approximately 1.67 miles in total length, the bridge superstructure has a total steel weight of 57,500 tons. Cimtas, as the main steel contractor, executed the detailing, procurement, fabrication, block formation, ground/trial assembly and transportation of tower and girder blocks, as well as the installation and welding of the girder blocks during erection. With its efficient and innovative utilization of fabrication and erection data to its major scale, Cimtas’ BIM model received a global “Special Recognition Award” by the software developer Trimble/Tekla. A visiual presentation of one of the best-kept-secret major bridge project in the decade is hereby pieced together to walk the audience through its the most important milestones.
Segmental Concrete/Rail/Transit Session
Session Chair: Jen Laning, P.E., Pennoni, Baltimore, MD
Room: Woodrow Wilson A
This session highlights some of the latest signature projects in segmental concrete bridge design and the latest knowledge and developing expertise for rail structures. Featured are overviews on unique segmental concrete bridge projects from the United States, India and Turkey, as well as discussions of design and preservation challenges for railroad bridge structures that will interest owners, analysts, designers and constructors.
IBC 19-55: Landmark Extradose Bridge on the Ganges River
Morgan Trowland, P.Eng., McElhanney Consulting Services, Vancouver, BC Canada; David Jeakle, McElhanney Consulting Services, Tampa, FL
The upcoming Sultanganj Bridge will feature the largest extradose spans in India and will form an iconic landmark at a significant cultural site on the revered Ganges River. This $300M crossing will provide much needed transport links to accelerate development in a remote region of Bihar, a north eastern state of India home to over 100 million people. The 2 mile, 30 span structure features 5110ft of extradose spans: a precast segmental superstructure assisted by a single plane of stay cables on central pylons. The typical extradose unit has a total length of 1886ft and comprises spans of 410-533-533-410ft which will be built by balanced cantilevering with segments delivered by barge. The single cell box girder has a typical width of 84ft to accommodate four lanes of vehicular traffic and two footpaths. It features a 28ft wide central box of variable depth with the deck wings supported by inclined struts. In one zone the superstructure is widened to 110ft providing pickup and drop off access to the Dolphin Observatory towers which overlook the navigational channel and are expected to draw many sightseers seeking glimpses of the native Ganges dolphins. The owner, Bihar state government, is procuring the structure through a design-build contact with completion expected in late 2019.
IBC 19-56: Design and Construction of a Modern Concrete Segmental Bridge
John Dvorak, P.E., CBI and Ken Heil, P.E., Figg Bridge Engineers, Inc., Englewood, CO
The new Cline Avenue Bridge over the Indiana Harbor and Ship Canal in East Chicago, Indiana is under construction. The previous bridge was closed in 2009 and removed by Indiana DOT due to deficiencies. The new elevated expressway bridge is being accomplished with 100% private funding and will reconnect the 3.5-mile gap of State Road 912 between Calumet and Michigan Avenues. It is part of the state highway system and provides a vital link to important commercial industries and employment centers along the Lake Michigan shoreline. The project consists of constructing a 6,236’ long precast concrete segmental bridge built in the balanced cantilever method, rehabilitating an existing steel bridge, and resurfacing improvements to the approach roadways. The new bridge incorporates a sustainable concrete design to last over 150 years and eco-friendly LED lighting. It is being built with local materials and local labor, providing labor, training and an economic stimulus to the area both during and after construction. The new, modern Cline Avenue Bridge will use non-stop, all-electronic toll collection using the best technology available when it opens to traffic.
IBC 19-57: Design of Ihsaniye Viaduct of Northern Marmara Motorway
Julien Erdogan, Francois Pissot, Giulio-Maria Scotto, Michal Ambor, and Umut Aldatmaz, Freyssinet, Rueil Malmaison, Veuillez Sélectionner, France
Ihsaniye viaduct is a key link to Istanbul New Airport, one of tomorrow’s megastructure. The viaduct, initially designed as a pre-tensioned I girders bridge, with 45m span, pier heights up to 37m and large foundations, is 860m long. Freyssinet offered an alternative optimized design based on post-tensioned concrete box girder together with incremental launching method (ILM) with 66m span, making this project outstanding in terms of maximum launching span without temporary support. This construction method also facilitates crossing of two existing highways placed along its length. Above one of those obstacles, an 80m span was proposed to avoid the construction of a permanent pier and foundation in the median. Adopted seismic strategy enabled to significantly decrease sizes of foundations. Overall, the reduction of quantities and the advantages of the incremental launching method clearly justified the change of design from multigirder bridge to ILM Bridge.
IBC 19-58: Study of Rail Break Gap on Bridges: Finite Element Analysis, Modification of Gap Formula and Parametric Investigation
Hamid Omran, Ph.D., P.Eng. and Cari Smit, P.Eng., Stantec, Calgary, AB Canada
Design of railway bridges supporting continuously welded rails requires an accurate estimation of the gap at possible rail break. The estimated rail gap shall be smaller than the allowable values to avoid derailment. A literature review revealed the inaccuracy of the existing gap formulas. The authors developed a nonlinear 2D Finite Element (FE) model of the rail structure and validated it against the available analytical approaches for ballast tracks. This study further employed the FE model to estimate the rail break gap on bridges. A comparison between the existing formulas and the developed FE model showed significant differences among the results. The existing formulas accurately predict the gap on ballast tracks beyond the bridge structure. However, the predictions are inaccurate on bridges due to the complex rail-structure interactions. This paper proposes a modified equation for the rail break gap. It also presents a parametric study on the effects of rail fasteners, structure fixity points, and superstructure stiffness on the rail break gap. The outline of this research leads to a better understanding and prediction of the rail break gap.
IBC 19-59: Design of a Concrete Tied-Arch Bridge for California High-Speed Rail Requirements: Use of Vertical Hangers vs Inclined Hangers
Ebadollah Honarvar, Ph.D., P.E., and Martin Kendall, P.E., Jacobs, New York, NY; Suhail Albhaisi, Ph.D., P.E., Stantec, New York, NY
When use of steel is unfavorable, a concrete tied arch bridge is a feasible and cost-effective structural system to support high-speed rails spanning a relatively long distance over existing features on the ground while providing minimum horizontal and vertical clearance requirements. In this paper, a systematic study was carried out to optimize the structural performance and design of a complex 236 ft long single span concrete tied arch bridge by investigating the effect of hanger configuration on the bridge behavior. Using both inclined hangers (network tied arch) and vertical hangers (Langer configuration), the bridge response was evaluated for static loads in addition to track-structure interaction and seismic requirements specified by the California High-Speed Rail project. As a part of this evaluation, the main structural member sizes, including the reinforced concrete knuckles, posttensioned concrete tie beams, reinforced concrete arches, and steel hangers were refined. A detailed 3D finite-element model of the bridge was developed to complete rail-structure interaction, static, dynamic, seismic, and construction stage analysis, given consideration to geometry, material, and boundary nonlinearities. Generally, the analytical results indicated that the network tied arch alternative is more beneficial than vertical hanger system by reducing the main member sizes, without compromising the structural performance and intended functionality of the bridge. It was also found that the sag effects, and thus the geometry nonlinearity in a network tied arch bridge are negligible due to short length of the hangers. Using the analytical results, design recommendations are also provided to satisfactorily design concrete tied-arch bridges.
IBC 19-60: Myrtle Avenue Bridge: The Accelerated Replacement of the New York City Transit Bridge
Arjuna Ranasinghe, Ph.D., P.E., S.E., PP, Mohamad Feteha, P.E. and Lauren Weber, P.E., Jacobs Engineering, New York, NY
The Myrtle Avenue Bridge also known as the Fresh Pond Bridge replacement is one of the few such undertakings by the New York City Transit in its history. The existing bridge superstructure had three – 52’ span through-girders and carried two tracks of the MTA Subway M Line over New York and Atlantic Railway. This was replaced with a bridge having three – 67’ span through-girders. The substructure of the existing bridge had gravity abutments. The new stub abutments are founded on drilled micropiles. Limited interruptions were allowed below the bridge and that combined with a gas main in front of the south abutment dictated the construction of the new abutments behind the existing ones. This also required the protection of the existing tracks below the bridge. Retaining the existing abutment walls limited the construction under the bridge. It also allowed the construction of stub abutments behind them thus reducing the construction cost. Micropiles used limited the vibration that could have adversely affected the gas main and the existing abutment walls if driven piles were used. Micropiles were installed only during limited weekend track closures to expedite construction and reduce bridge closure time. Realignment of the tracks was not possible. This limited the available space for the middle through-girder and special measures had to be taken for the design of its knee braces. It was required to maintain and protect the utilities attached to the bridge. Temporary poles were provided with high-tension cables for temporary utility support. The bridge owner required the entire bridge to be designed with bolts and no welding was allowed to alleviate any fatigue concerns. Paper discusses the design and construction challenges and solutions for the project.
IBC 19-61: Behavior of Eyebars on a 110-year Old Truss Railroad Bridge
David Jacobs, P.E., F.ASCE and Ramesh Malla, Ph.D., University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
From the mid-1800s until the early 1900s, eyebars were commonly used as tension members in steel truss railroad bridges. Eyebar members were favored by structural designers of the period because they a) were easy to fabricate, b) faster to erect than other shapes, and c) minimized secondary stresses by allowing freer rotation at joints. The objective of this research was to gain a better understanding of the effects of excessive wear on the eyebars and connecting pins due to age of very old truss railroad bridges. To study the behavior of eyebars on a 110-year-old railroad bridge, field testing of eyebar responses to live loads (moving trains) was performed. Strain and accelerometer readings were recorded on many of the eyebars used as diagonal counters and as bottom chord members. Readings were taken from four different types of passenger trains with speeds ranging from approximately 8.05 to 64.36 km/h (5 to 40 mph). Results indicate that as bars are loaded, frequently they are neither loaded simultaneously nor equally, as they were designed, resulting in overstress in one or more bars. This behavior is due to wear at both the pins and the contact surfaces of the eyebar holes. Also studied and analyzed are methods used by North American railroads for repairing eyebars exhibiting this excessive wear. This research provides bridge engineers with a better basis for determining which eyebars in a set may require shortening, better choice of possible remedial measures; both resulting in extending the life cycle of old bridges.
Special Interest Session
Session Chair: John Dietrick, P.E., S.E., Michael Baker International, Cleveland, OH
Room: Woodrow Wilson B/C/D
This session will deal with a variety of special topics related to bridge design, construction and rehabilitation. The presentations will include discussions of unique bridge types ranging from covered bridges to cable-supported extradosed bridges. Presentations will also discuss new approaches to evaluating extreme loading conditions such as seismic loads and vessel impact, as well as unique solutions including accelerated bridge techniques to address difficult construction challenges.
IBC 19-62: Low-Cycle Fatigue Cracking of DelDOT BR 1-501: A Case Study
James Bellenoit, P.E., AECOM, Mechanicsburg, PA
Major rehabilitation of the multi-span Newport Viaduct (DelDOT BR 1-501) was initiated in 2010 and substantially complete in 2015. Phased construction was used to maintain two lanes of traffic northbound and southbound at all times. Throughout the various stages, traffic was temporarily shifted onto the outside shoulders of the structure to facilitate construction across the width of the bridge. Normal traffic patterns were restored on the bridge in the summer of 2014. During an NBIS inspection in March 2015, several new cracks were discovered in the diaphragms of the steel tub girders at interior piers of the continuous span units. All cracks occurred in the fascia girders only. Cracks were observed at the tops of the internal plate diaphragms and external connection plates. A metallurgical examination indicated the cracks were due to fatigue and propagated at high growth rates (da/dN) indicative of high amplitude stress cycles. Light-moderate corrosion product was also found which suggested the cracks were relatively recent. Historical traffic data indicated an estimated 24 million trucks crossed the structure between 1978 and 2010, well beyond the number of cycles where noticeable fatigue cracking in web gaps from out-of-plane displacements would be expected. Since cracking was not observed until 2015, normal traffic patterns would not have generated sufficiently large stress cycles to have caused the cracking. Therefore, it was considered more probable that recent shifts in the traffic patterns were responsible. This condition was investigated and determined to have played a key role in the crack development.
IBC 19-63: Implementation for Design of Bridges to Resist Dynamic Barge Impact Loads
Michael Davidson, Ph.D., P.E., Henry Bollmann, and Gary Consolazio, Univerisity of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Bridges spanning navigable waterways are designed to resist vessel collision loading, including loads generated during barge impact events. While design provisions have promoted improved assessments of bridge structures (e.g., risk assessment, computation of nonlinear response), the existing design approach involves static characterizations of vessel collision load and bridge response. However, 15 years of Florida Department of Transportation research on barge-bridge impacts have shown that: (1) impact load and bridge response are dynamic; and, (2) incorporating dynamic effects can lead to advantageous bridge designs. Implementation of automated analysis features for quantifying dynamic risk for barge impact loads is needed to bring about improved uniformity of safety. The objective of this research is to establish an implementation of bridge design for resisting dynamic barge impact loads. Presented herein is the dynamic design implementation itself and resources for practicing engineers to refer to when making use of the implementation. As demonstration of the methodology, two unique bridges are considered, where the dynamic barge collision risk assessment procedure is illustrated for each case. Additionally, major modeling steps for conducting dynamic vessel collision analysis (using currently available bridge finite element analysis software) are identified to exemplify selection of bridge structural configurations that help to minimize design loads.
IBC 19-64: Bridge Foundations: Constructability Considerations in the Design and Selection Process
Steve Fung, P.E., Schnabel Engineering, Baltimore, MD
Bridge foundations are designed based on the AASHTO LRFD Design Specifications, 7th Edition, 2014. The specifications provide design guidelines for the design of different foundation elements, however, the selection of the appropriate foundation type for support of the bridge structure is ultimately the responsibility of the designer. The selection of the appropriate foundation type is typically based on one or more of the following factors: The magnitude and type of foundation loads, The subsurface conditions at the site, Cost of the foundation type, Special design considerations such as scour and downdrag loads, Availability of technology and local practice, and Constructability. For designers to fully incorporate constructability into their design, the designers must have a thorough knowledge of the construction process; experience in the construction planning process and field operations; and knowledge of the available technology and resources, to achieve the overall project objectives. While constructability is already practiced to some extent by most designers, some designers do not have this level of knowledge, therefore, some aspects of constructability is sometimes overlooked in the design and selection process of foundations – which could lead to project delays, cost overruns, or even litigation. This presentation provides an overview of some of the constructability issues related to shallow foundations, driven piles and drilled shafts, and discusses some of the constructability issues that the designer should evaluate when selecting foundations in the following environments: Urban fill, High groundwater, Soft compressible soils, Available space/Site constraints, Karst/Sinkholes, and Scour.
IBC 19-65: Poplar Street Bridge Slide
Gregory Kuntz, P.E., HDR, St. Louis, MO; Stacy McMillian, P.E., Missouri DOT – Bridge Division, Jefferson City, MO
The Poplar Street Bridge is a five span (300’-500’-600’-500’-265’) 2165’ long structure which carries I-64, I-55 and I-70 over the Mississippi River in downtown St. Louis and connects Missouri and Illinois. The bridge is actually twin Eastbound and Westbound Structures carrying 4 lanes of traffic each and consisting of two variable depth steel box girders (25’ max. depth) with an orthotropic steel deck on a shared substructure. The Missouri Department of Transportation hired HDR to provide the following improvements to the Poplar Street Bridge: 1) Increase lane capacity of the EB Bridge from 4 to 5 lanes in conjunction with improving interchange ramp structures on the Missouri side, 2) Rehabilitate the superstructure and substructure and 3) Provide a new and improved wearing surface. The project is currently under construction with a completion date of December 2018. The two unique aspects of the project the presentation will focus on are the new wearing surface and the bridge slide. The new wearing surface consists of a fiber reinforced lightweight concrete overlay mechanically connected to the steel deck through shear studs. In lieu of a traditional widening, the EB superstructure was successfully slid 9’ to the south onto widened piers on March 31, 2018 over the course of 2.5 hours and was widely reported as the 2nd longest bridge slide ever in the by length. The WB & EB superstructures were then connected together.
IBC 19-66: Bringing the Past to Life: Historic Glendale Bridge Restored and Repurposed
Tony Steffee, P.E., Mead & Hunt, Inc., Lexington, SC
By rehabilitating its framework and restoring the bridge to its historical charm, Mead & Hunt gave the Glendale steel truss pedestrian bridge new life and provided safe, reliable access over Lawson’s Fork Creek. The existing 292-foot-long, three-span steel truss bridge was constructed in the 1930s and taken out of vehicular service in 1978 and given to Spartanburg County, after which, it was left to decay. Though this structure serves as a focal point in the counties trails system, the existing bridge had deteriorated to the point that it was becoming unsafe for pedestrian use. Mead & Hunt started with a detailed inspection of the entire structure to obtain field measurements of member sizes and determine the extent of the deterioration. All three trusses, including truss built-up members, stringers, floor beams, overhang brackets and gusset plates, were then load rated for the final loading requirements to determine which members would be overstressed and needed to be strengthened. Finally, the team worked on the details which replaced the existing asphalt deck with three-inch timber decking, the railings were upgraded to pedestrian standards and lighting was added. Coordination during construction also ensured that the work proceeded safely with no environmental impacts. The rehabilitated bridge blends in seamlessly with its picturesque surroundings, displays a scenic view over the historic mill dam and shoals, and now serves as a beacon of opportunity to the county. For pedestrian and bicycle traffic, to public and private functions, the Glendale Bridge is once again safely serving its community.
IBC 19-67: Frances Appleton Pedestrian Bridge Design and Construction
Miguel Rosales, AIA, Rosales + Partners, Boston, MA
The Frances Appleton Pedestrian Bridge is an innovative steel 225′ arch bridge with curvilinear approaches located along the Charles River in downtown Boston, MA. The presentation and paper will explain the aesthetic design and engineering goals that guided the construction process and completion of the project. The bridge is the first ADA accessible 14′ wide bridge to the Esplanade a historic waterfront park along the most important river in the city. An overall architectural theme was used which included the shaping of the main arch, piers, stairs and landings. The bridge is a located next to the historic Longfellow Bridge and in a context sensitive area and it was important to create a bridge that was light, transparent and well integrated into the landscape as well as complementary of the adjacent historic landmark.
IBC 19-68: Village Covered Bridge (Friendship Bridge) Adaptive Reuse
James Hall, Jr., P.E. and Robert Durfee, P.E., Dubios and King, Bedford, NH
In 2014, the NHDOT advised the Town of Wentworth that the pedestrian crossing (1909 steel truss bridge) over the Baker River in the Village of Wentworth was beyond rehabilitation and would be closed to pedestrian use and removed. The closure required school children to travel on an unprotected shoulder to the bus stop on a 0.5-mile detour. The existing truss bridge had provided protected pedestrian access from the Historic Village to the school bus stop. The NHDOT estimated the cost of rehabilitating the historic state-owned at $800,000, stated that funds were not available for the rehabilitation and indicated its intent to demolish and remove the bridge. Concurrently, the Goffes Mill Covered Bridge at Bedford’s Wayfarer Inn was to be demolished along with the Inn facilities to make way for re-development. DuBois & King/3G Construction partnered with the team to organize a plan of action with the Wayfarer Inn and the NHDOT. The project rehabilitated the superstructure and substructure; served as a catalyst to encourage redevelopment of local recreation amenities and reinstalled a covered bridge at a site historically served by a covered bridge. D&K made design directives to transport the bridge intact from another contractor’s demolition site to a site designed for a shorter span bridge. Creative measures included redesign of abutments to accommodate the longer superstructure, removal of legacy structural elements concurrent to additional dead weight removal activities, and employing a metal roof to reduce dead weight and snow load.
IBC POS 19-01: Bringing the Past to Life: Historic Glendale Bridge Restored and Repurposed
Tony Steffee, Mead & Hunt, Inc., Lexington, SC
By rehabilitating and restoring the bridge to its historical charm, Mead & Hunt gave the Glendale steel truss pedestrian bridge new life and provided safe, reliable access over Lawson’s Fork Creek. The existing 292-foot-long, three-span steel truss bridge was constructed in the 1930s, later taken out of vehicular service in 1978, and left to deteriorate to the point that it was becoming unsafe for pedestrian use.
Rather than demolishing the bridge and designing from scratch, Mead & Hunt kept the bridge’s historic qualities while improving infrastructure to modern, safe standards. From performing a detailed inspection of the entire structure to load rating each component to determine which members required strengthening or replacement, our team took great care to make the Glendale bridge into a safe facility for pedestrians. The team also made aesthetic choices to enhance the bridge’s historic charm, including three-inch timber decking and a rust-red exterior, while upgrading railings to pedestrian standards and adding lighting features.
By mixing old components with new ones, the historic Glendale bridge kept much of its original character. The rehabilitated structure blends in seamlessly with its picturesque surroundings and now serves as a beacon of opportunity to the community.
Mead & Hunt’s poster will tie directly in to Tony Steffee’s IBC presentation on the same subject and project. It will show the bridge before and after the rehabilitation and highlight aspects of the structure that made this project unique.
IBC POS 19-04: What Rollercoasters can Teach us about Bridges
Sofia Puerto Tchemodanova, Tufts University, Malden, MA
Rollercoasters are challenging structures. Although the ever-changing geometry can guarantee a thrilling ride, the complexity of loading patterns due to the intricate geometry make the design and analysis of these structures difficult. Fatigue-induced damage is one of the most common types of damage experienced by civil engineering structures subjected to cyclic loading such as bridges and rollercoasters. Fatigue cracking eventually occurs when structures undergo a certain number of loading and unloading recurrences. This cyclic loading under stresses above a certain limit induces microcracking that can eventually propagate into failure of a member or connection. Because of the geometric and structural similarities between rollercoasters and bridge connections, similar techniques for the estimation of remaining fatigue life can be used. Uniaxial fatigue analysis methods are widely used for the analysis of bridge connections. However, there is little guidance for the analysis of complex connections. They can experience variable amplitude, multiaxial, and non-proportional loading. In such cases uniaxial fatigue methods are insufficient and can lead to underestimates. A framework for the analysis of multiaxial fatigue damage using strain is presented. Uniaxial and multiaxial fatigue analysis methods proposed for proportional loading and non-proportional loading are compared. The critical plane method is used for the estimation of multiaxial fatigue life. Results show that non-proportional loading and the accuracy of the critical plane estimation can cause a significant decrease in the estimates of remaining fatigue life. This methodology is anticipated to be used for real-time fatigue prognosis and evaluation tools for bridge networks.
W-10: International Workshop on Emerging Bridge Technologies
Room: Magnolia 1
The main objective of this workshop is to invite speakers from the U.S., China and other Countries to share their experiences with emerging bridge technologies in innovative bridge design, construction, inspection, maintenance and preservation for improving the safety, durability, and economy of highway/railway bridges and tunnels. There will be time for attendees to ask questions after each presentation. After all the presentations are completed, there will be an “Open Forum” for general discussion of topics presented and other issues of interest to the participants. Attendees of this IBC workshop will be able to gain broad understanding of emerging bridge technologies that will positively impact bridges of tomorrow.
Sustainable Bridge Design for Durability, Inspectability and Maintainability
Speakers: Qi Ye, Consultant, NJ; Mike Venuto, Delaware River Port Authority, DE
Shape Memory Alloy & Engineered Cementitious Composite Material Research & Development for Seismic Applications
Speaker: M. Saiid Saiidi PhD, PE, Prof, University of Nevada in Reno, Reno, NV
Challenges and Solutions in the Design and Construction of the Humen No. 2 Suspension Bridge Across the Mouth of the Pearl River
Speaker: Yanbing Li, Guangdong Highway Construction, China
Zinc Thermal Spray for Corrosion Protection Bridges in Norway
Speakers: Ole Knudsen, SINTEF, Norway; Martin Gagne, International Zinc Association
Bridge Foundation Real Time Scour Monitoring System
Speaker: Yung-Bin Lin, National Center for Research on Earthquake Engineering, Taipei, Taiwan
Structural and Cost Advantages of Innovative Concrete Filled Steel Tubular Large Arch and Truss Bridges
Speaker: Tingmin Mou, Design and Research Institute, China
Moderators: Myint Lwin, P.E., S.E., Consultant, Olympia, WA; Thomas G. Leech, P.E., S.E., Gannett Fleming, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA; Ronald D. Medlock, P.E., High Steel Structures, Lancaster, PA
W-11: FHWA Bridge Security Design Manual: Overview, Application, and Beyond
Physical security of highway bridges is a critical national issue that is not consistently addressed in industry. The U.S. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) recently teamed with industry and academia to develop the FHWA Bridge Security Design Manual (Manual). During this workshop, the Manual authors and FHWA personnel will provide an overview of the Manual as well as state-of-the-practice in bridge security, industry best practices, resiliency-based design strategies, and future R&D needs.
Speaker: Eric Sammarco, Ph.D., P.E., Protection Engineering Consultants, LLC, Austin, TX
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I N F R A R E D
"One Mic, Three Takes"
INFRARED is a hip hop group based in Austin, Texas, comprised of Lo Thraxx, J-Fleet, and LLOYD BLVCK. The group plays regularly around the Austin area, billing alongside artists like MadeinTYO, Devin the Dude, LE$, Kosha Dillz, Mac Lethal and Esham, both as as a group and as individual performers.
The unique yet harmonious vibes each artist brings to the table perfectly combine, creating an effortless, soulful, yet cutting-edge sound, spurring the name INFRARED: three frequencies on the very same wavelength.
The group strikes the balance between the classic, laidback Southern hip hop sound and quick-witted, provocative bangers of modern hip hop, quickly garnering appreciation and intrigue from new fans at each and every set.
Follow INFRARED on Instagram to stay in the loop on upcoming shows and new releases.
LLOYD BLVCK
LLOYD BLVCK has spent most of his life in Austin, but his early years spent on the east coast in Rochester, New York have a clear impact on the artist stylistically.
He first started writing when he was 11 years old, heavily inspired by his mom’s Nas albums, “It Was Written” and “Illmatic,” and the expert story-telling capabilities the legendary artist is known for.
LLOYD’s inspiration for his music derives from the idea that no matter your circumstances, you can do anything you want and be who you are. He also strives to push the envelope creatively and blend multi-genre arts, while also sharing new ideas and provoking thoughtful conversations.
J-Fleet
J-Fleet is Houston-born and bred, a fundamental part of his persona that is clearly displayed through his influences, aesthetic, and personality. A hustler through and through, his dedication to the grind started back in those same middle school hallways, where he realized he could earn quick cash selling homemade mixtapes to his peers for $2 a pop.
Though quintessentially Houston, at the same time only one constant can found throughout his music: a complete lack thereof. The artist refers to his versatile body of work as “vibe music,” because his tracks reflect whatever he is feeling when he first hears a new beat.
His live shows are a true reflection of the art and the artist himself — intuitive, laid back, conscious, anecdotal, and yet always bursting with positive energy. J-Fleet represents the type of music true fans always find themselves coming back to again and again, striking the delicate balance between thought-provoking and light-hearted fun.
Lo Thraxx
Since 2010, Little Rock rapper Lo Thraxx has been making a name for himself as one of Arkansas’s most distinct voices. His unique, modern reinvention of Southern hip hop is sleek and futuristic, while rooted in soulful classic sounds.
He chooses his beats carefully, networking with producers from Houston to Memphis to Toronto, creating a sound that is totally his own. As an MC and storyteller, his delivery is crisp, evocative, and totally effortless. His past releases earned coverage by Mass Appeal, Hip Hop DX, and The Source, among others.
In the past year, Lo relocated to Austin, Texas, and also released numerous singles from his upcoming project, “Poundcloud,” which will drop in full in mid-2018. View Lo Thraxx’s press kit here.
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Should Children Take DNA Tests?
March 29, 2018 Posted by Nicole Dyer DNA, Families and Children, Research Tips 4 Comments
Should children take DNA tests? Thought leaders and genetic genealogy experts say yes. In keynote speeches and interviews at RootsTech 2018, Cece Moore, Henry Louis Gates Jr. and Living DNA co-founders David Nicholson and Hannah Morden, reveal their thoughts about the booming DNA industry and how it can benefit children.
Overcoming Prejudice
LivingDNA is making great strides in the industry, especially in pinning down ethnic origins to specific regions within the British Isles. Yet they also have an altruistic goal – to overcome racial divides through DNA testing.
Co-founders David Nicholson and Hannah Morden wowed the audience at RootsTech 2018 with their story of extracting enough DNA from a postage stamp to determine an abandoned child’s father. They then showed a video about their innovative work with school children. LivingDNA wants to show kids all over the world just how connected they are. Their innovative One Family One World Project seeks “to both map the world’s DNA and to help provide educational programmes to show the world that we are all connected based on our DNA.” [1]
In an interview at RootsTech, Hannah Morden shared that LivingDNA began this initiative when several schools in the UK reached out for help resolving their racial divides. They gave the children DNA tests and taught them that humans are all descended from the same ancestors.
LivingDNA Educational Programs revolve around the idea that prejudices and fears driving racist behavior will change when students learn they are not from just one place. They shared a video at RootsTech showing British school children looking at their DNA test results together. One boy said, “we are all from Scandanavia!” Another boy said, “Egypt? “I just thought I was from here.” Morden shared, “This program was the first thing that has created a sustained change in [students’] perception of race.”
Nicholson said, “Our family history is part of everyone’s family history. We’re not separate nationalities, we’re not separate individuals. We’re one humanity, one nationality, one inter-nationality across the world. That’s what our project helps kids connect to.” (RootsTech Living DNA General Session 2018).
Educators who are interested in the LivingDNA curriculum can go to https://www.livingdna.com/one-family/education to request the syllabus and learn more about DNA testing packages for classes of all sizes.
“Connect. Belong.” This RootsTech theme encompassed concept that is extremely significant for children: belonging. Trying to figure out how they are going to fit in and belong in the world is essential, but often difficult and scary for teens.
All humans yearn for belonging, according to thought leader Brene Brown. In her TED talks and many books about living a wholehearted life, she tells about the importance of compassion, courage, and connection. [2] Connection and belonging are intricately tied together. “We need reminders – collective joy and pain – reminders that we are inextricably connected to each other,” she says. [3]
Cece Moore, who works to reunited adopted people with their biological parents, shared the idea that DNA testing can contribute to the desire for belonging in the Saturday keynote at RootsTech. “Through DNA we can find a greater sense of belonging. By reconnecting lost family branches through DNA we can find new ancestors, new cousins, new research connections, new stories, and a greater sense of belonging. There is no more powerful tool than DNA testing to reach these goals.”
Children can learn about belonging in two ways through DNA testing for children – belonging to their ethnicity results, and belonging to their biological relatives through cousin matching. If you choose to turn off cousin matching for your children, can they still achieve a sense of belonging from DNA test results? Cece Moore believes that yes, they will feel a sense of belonging just in understanding their ethnic estimates. In fact, she believes children have a right to understand their identity at a young age. Many adults, she says, have misconceptions about their ethnic makeup. They may think they are Cherokee only to learn their DNA says they are 0.5% Native American. This can be upsetting. Teaching children about their ancestral origins while they are young can eliminate these kinds of surprises later.
Cece Moore says that each family’s situation is different, and so must be their choices about DNA testing and cousin matching. One of my friends used DNA testing to help her 13-year-old adopted daughter feel more connected to her African roots. They opted in to the cousin matching and allowed her daughter to message with the cousins she found through DNA. She shared her excitement with her adopted mom every time she got a message from a new cousin.
Inherited Traits
Update as of 28 January 2019: There is a new way for children to learn about inherited traits and genes after taking a DNA test! If their parents and/or grandparents have also taken a DNA test, they can upload their results to Gene Heritage and learn about inheritance patterns of interesting genes like OCA2 which influences eye color and ABCC11 which influences armpit odor! Check out my post about the Gene Heritage Grandchild report here:
Igniting the Love of Learning
Henry Louis Gates Jr. addressed the RootsTech audience about the potential for genetic genealogy to solve the racial divide in the United States. He said, “we are all brothers and sisters under the skin at the level of the genome.”
Gates wants to inspire poor black children to pursue education. With this end in mind, he came up with a new curriculum for middle school children to trace their family trees in social studies and then test their DNA in science class.
He is passionate that educators can “use the magic of ancestry tracing through genealogy and genetics to reignite a love of learning…What is ancestry tracing about? It is about your favorite subject! What is your favorite subject? You! Yourself. It is about learning about yourself. What kind of person is not going to be fired up by this curriculum?”
He and a colleague received funding to try this idea in a week-long summer camp they named “Finding Your Roots: The Seedlings.” The curriculum seeks to answer the questions, “Who am I? Who are my ancestors? Where did they come from? How are we different? How much do we share? How far back can we go?”
The Seedlings experiment was filmed and made into an six part web series. Watch the Seedlings episodes here. Children who signed up said, “I always wondered where I came from,” and “I really wanted to learn about myself.” At the camp, children explored their own family history and DNA ancestry with innovative lessons and activities.
Children became scientists and performed DNA experiments in a lab. Experiences and games taught about adaptation, classification, differences, relatedness, and evolution. They made predictions about ethnic results. During the week, they opened their DNA test results.
They also search their genealogy through web searching, on-site repositories, and oral interviews. They filled out a family tree and learned principles of genealogy.
Professor Gates said, “Discovering a new aspect about oneself through one’s ancestors is infectious. Genealogy puts you there. All of a sudden the abstractions of American history, the endless names and dates and timelines have a face and a texture and the face somehow resembles you. History becomes a mirror and you can see yourself in it.”
Gates urged the RootsTech audience to help him spread the word about this revolutionary curriculum. His purpose to ignite a love of learning in children of color is laudable. The project-based, personalized learning in the Seedlings curriculum is aligned with current educational research.
Is it appropriate for parents to give children DNA tests when they are so young and not old enough to understand the consent form? When they are grown, will they regret adding their personal genetic information to commercial databases?
Cece Moore says to remember that once we test a child’s DNA, it’s out there. She and another genetic genealogy expert, Blaine Bettinger, have both tested their children and feel that there are minimal privacy risks, but she acknowledges that she can’t foresee the future. Five years ago, she couldn’t predict how they would be using DNA test results today. As innovation and changes occur in the field of genetic genealogy, who knows what the future holds.
Moore recommends turning off cousin matching features for your child’s DNA test. AncestryDNA allows you to opt in or opt out of this at any time. Cousin matching can bring up difficult questions beyond a child’s understanding. You wouldn’t want a child to be surprised by estranged family members, an adoption situation, or a misattributed parentage situation.
Don’t test your child just because you’re curious – the desire to test should come from them. When your child wants to know about their DNA, that’s the right time.
See the full interview with Cece Moore here.
[1] “One Family One World Project,” LivingDNA (https://www.livingdna.com/one-family accessed 28 March 2018).
The following note contains affiliate links:
[2] Brene Brown, The Gifts of Imperfection: Let go of Who You Think You’re Supposed To Be and Embrace Who You Are (Center City, Minnesota: Hazelden, 2010). See also Brene Brown, Rising Strong: How the Ability to Reset Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead, (New York: Random House Publishing Group, 2015).
[3] “Author Brene Brown on the difference between belonging and fitting in,” 21 September 2017, CBS News (https://www.cbsnews.com : accessed 28 March 2018)
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What about when children discover that who they think their biological parents are really someone else? I read an article that paternity tests in Canada discovered more than 10% of children were not related to their “father”.
Nicole Dyer
That’s always a possibility. I think these kinds of discoveries are the reason Cece Moore recommends turning off the cousin/relative matching. That way, the only results that the child receives is a pie chart with an estimate about his or her countries of origin (also known as ethnicity estimate or admixture).
On another note my boss was able to locate his biological parents outside of a closed adoption process that was taken to the grave when his parents passed away. I think DNA is a powerful and awesome blessing that we have only just begun understanding.
How wonderful for your boss. My aunt had the same success with finding her birth mother through Ancestry DNA testing and learned a lot of helpful family health history.
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A Winters Walk on the North Downs Way
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The intrepid North Downs Way Trail manager shares one of his favourite sections of Kent’s National Trail with this winters walk from Wye to Canterbury! With Valentines day just around the corner, we think it would make the perfect walk with someone special!
Wye to Canterbury- approx. 14 miles or 5-6 hours
Options to end in Chilham (7 miles/ 2.5 hours) Chartham (11 miles/ 4 hours) or Canterbury.
Train Stations: Wye (from Ashford); Chilham; Chartham; Canterbury East; Canterbury West
One of my favourite sections of the trail is around Wye. Easily accessible by train from London, Brighton and East Kent via high speed to Ashford. The train station is located on the trail with a fingerpost on the roadside as you leave the station. The town itself has plenty of good pubs, cafes and shops to either stock up or celebrate a good day’s walk.
Heading east towards Folkestone takes in the Wye Crown where the trail was officially opened in 1978 along with honey pot sites of the Devils Kneading Trough and National Nature reserve. These sections remain one of, if not the most popular sections of trail. I think I’ll save this for another day. Today I’m heading north on “The Canterbury Loop” through Kings Wood to Chilham and beyond……….
If you need supplies turn left out of Wye train station, cross the bridge and pass the Tickled Trout pub (great in the summer for riverside drinks) and into town to pick up supplies or a coffee. If you’ve come prepared turn right and follow the road around to the left, quickly turning right into a field and through the orchards of Perry Court Farm which will be your last opportunity to stop off for local supplies for a while.
Carefully crossing the A28 Canterbury Road and across the fields to Pilgrims Way walking towards Boughton Lees. This is the point at which the North Downs Way “Loop” splits. Behind you the “mainline” runs from Boughton Lees to Etchinghill then on to Dover on the White Cliffs, to the west the trail runs through mid-Kent to Detling, over the river Medway and over the border to Surrey where the trail begins at Farnham, West of Guildford.
At this point we turn right up a slight bank into a narrow corridor of trees that leads us towards Bougton Aluph. Passing All Saints Church and proceeding towards Kings Wood via Soakham Farm where a particularly unfriendly dog used to take residence (thankfully reports of being barked at by the beast seem to have ceased). Climbing a surprisingly steep slope up into Kings Wood and onto the new byway resurfaced at great cost by Kent County Council in 2015.
At this time of year the leaves are turning and provide a crunchy carpet to kick through, the dog always loves this section. Flat, well surfaced and wide the trail winds through some of the finest ancient woodland in the South East. Cyclists and Horse riders often meander alongside walkers on this section of trail. Heading towards Chilham we get our first glimpse of the spires of Canterbury Cathedral through the trees over Godmersham Park and an old deer leap lies to the side of the trail. Dropping down onto Mountain Street follow the road into Chilham Square passing Chilham Castle grounds with its horse trialling circuit and impressive lake. From Wye you’ve covered around 7 miles and will have been walking for around 2.5 hours.
You’ve earned a rest and some refreshment. There are tea rooms and pubs in the village and a train station for those who want to call it a day here. For those with an interest in fizz Tattinger have recently purchased land around Chilham to grow their grapes to take back to the Champagne region to produce their famous sparkling French wines. The North Downs, characterised by chalky downland is becoming increasingly popular for vineyards and something of a mecca for breweries great and small. At last count I reckon we’ve got about 15 breweries and approaching 10 vineyards either on or near the trail. Now there’s a challenge!
I digress; back in Chilham we’ve made the decision to press on, passing through the churchyard and out onto the A252, again crossing carefully and heading up Long Hill, which isn’t as intimidating as the name suggests! Head right through Old Wives Lees, leaving the road and heading along one of the most photographed sections of footpath on the entire trail. An avenue of tall trees either side of a narrow path with orchards on either side. You are now passing through one of the biggest fruit growing estates in Kent. Following the trail through the crops and passing the workers village on your right turn left under the railway bridge and head right just before you reach the buildings at the end of the track. You will find yourself walking alongside rows and rows of fruit trees with views across the Stour Valley to your right. The trail spills out onto the narrow lanes leading to Chartham Hatch at Hatch Farm where the new residents encourage walkers via temporary signs to take an alternative route that doesn’t involve you walking near their buildings. The true line runs through the farm and was well established before the high value residences existed so it’s your call on which route you take. It makes very little difference to the distance or experience of the walk.
Walking up the slight hill into the village of Chartham, Canterbury is about an hour away. You’ve covered in the region of 11 miles, about 3 to go! The last hour takes you through Old Mans Orchard Nature Reserve and Bigbury Iron Aged Hill Fort which provides an unlikely but welcome final taste of the countryside before you head into Harbledown and the fringes of Canterbury City Centre. Dog walkers should be aware rare breed sheep graze these sections and dogs should be kept under close control.
From Harbledown the trail crosses the dual carriageway at the main roundabout at the top of St Dunstans Road. Heading into the City Centre passing St Dunstans Church and Roper Gate before passing over the rail tracks at the West Gate (Canterbury West) and heading up the pedestrianised St Peters Street. Beware NDW signage all but disappears in the city centre so a decent map or guide book is a good idea if you’re new to the area https://shop.nationaltrail.co.uk/collections/north-downs-way
With the Cathedral in sight you pass St Thomas Pilgrim Hospital on the bridge of the Stour before heading left down Mercery Lane and on to the Unesco World Heritage Site of Canterbury Cathedral. St Augustines Abbey and St Martins Church are a short walk from the City Centre and are part of the WHS.
Canterbury is served by 2 railway stations and bus routes throughout Kent. There are plenty of accommodation options including 2 hostels if you’re working on a budget.
With a plethora of food and drink options available you are spoilt for choice.
As an ale fan and if I just need a refreshing drink I never miss an opportunity to visit the Thomas Tallis Alehouse , a quirky micropub on Northgate which provides a wide selection of ales, ciders and wines from the surrounding area in a unique setting.
If I need something more substantial I favour a visit to the Foundry Brew Pub on White Horse Lane where they brew their own beers including Green Chapel- a beer brewed with yeast from St Augustine’s Abbey remains- a true Pilgrims Ale! They also serve a good range of burgers/ ribs and BBQ style food at a decent price.
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10 Facts about Aladdin
Sunday, December 7th 2014. | Characters
If you want to know the interesting character in Disney movie, you need to check out Facts about Aladdin. Aladdin is the main character in a movie Aladdin in 1992. It was released by Disney. Then Disney also released two other video sequels. In 1994, it released the Return of Jafar. In 1996, the audiences can enjoy the King of Thieves. Find out more facts about Aladdin by reading the following post below:
Facts about Aladdin 1: voice
If you check out all kinds of Aladdin animated production, his voice is very unique. Scott Weinger is the American actor who dubbed his voice. When he sang, it was the voice of Brad Kane.
Facts about Aladdin 2: how old is Aladdin?
Let’s find out the age of this animated character. When Aladdin was introduced to the movie, he was 18 years old. Due to her low social background, Aladdin never had any formal education. He only got education while being wandering on the Agrabah streets.
Aladdin and Genie
Facts about Aladdin 3: Robin Hood type thief
The character of Aladdin can be linked with Robin Hood who stole to survive and helped other.
Facts about Aladdin 4: parents and his early life
Aladdin did not have a great early life. He was born to a Cassim and his wife. His father decided to leave the house to get a better life for his family when Aladdin was only an infant. Unfortunately, Aladdin had to live alone when he was two years old. The bandits captured his mother. We could presume that she died.
Facts about Aladdin 5: a poor boy
Aladdin had to find the living on his own since he had now father or mother to support him as a child. Aladdin stole an apple from a fruit stand when he met the new captain of Sultan’s guard, Razoul. At that time, he was seven years old.
Facts about Aladdin 6: stealing clothes
He stole clothes when he was 12 year old. Then he went with a group of a circus performer and met Abu, a monkey when he was 16 years old.
Aladdin Movie
Facts about Aladdin 7: personality
Let’s find out the portrayal of Aladdin. Even though he was a thief, Aladdin was depicted as a kind and clever person.
Facts about Aladdin 8: Princess Jasmine
When you watch Aladdin, you should never forget Princess Jasmine. Both met in the marketplace.
Facts about Aladdin 9: Aladdin and the lamp
The story of Aladdin is unique and fascinating when he found out a lamp. A giant blue genie appears from the lamp when he rubs it. Check out another interesting movie in Adventure Time facts.
Facts about Aladdin 10: winning the Jasmine’s heart
Since his first encounter with Jasmine, Aladdin fell in love and wanted to become a prince to win her heart.
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What do you think on facts about Aladdin?
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Juan Bastos: California Portraits – Denenberg Fine Arts, West Hollywood, CA Novmeber 4 – 18, 2017
Last fall, the Getty explored the intersection of Latin American art within the Los Angeles cultural community in their initiative Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA. This multifaceted production involved the participation of FADA Member Denenberg Fine Arts who hosted a retrospective of artist Juan Bastos in their West Hollywood gallery space. The exhibition concentrated on the artist’s California portraits and culminated in a celebratory opening with cultural figureheads including Princess Michael of Kent, Valerie Sobel and artist Don Bachardy.
The artist with artist Don Bachardy
The artist with the Princess Michael of Kent and Valerie Sobel
“When I was offered the opportunity to gather a collection of painted and drawn portraits by Juan Bastos,” said gallery owner Stuart Denenberg, “I realized that his portraits from life, fuse memory and culture in an honored tradition to give us a rendering of the emotional truth of specific personalities.”
The artist with art collector Eugenio Lopez and Beverly Denenberg, co-founder of Denenberg Fine Arts
Four hundred visitors gathered at the gallery through the exhibitions two-week run and it was profiled in publications including the Arts Meme, the New York Social Diary (scroll halfway down), the Beverly Hills Courier (page 12), Century City News, Eden Magazine (page 20), and The Gay & Lesbian Review.
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FlixChatter Review: Martin Scorsese’ SILENCE (2016)
On January 19, 2017 January 24, 2017 By ruthIn Flix Reviews
To close out his trilogy of religious theme film that includes The Last Temptation of Christ and Kundun, Martin Scorsese has spent over 20 years on trying to bring his latest picture to the big screen. Based on the novel by Shusaku Endo and technically a remake of a Japanese film that was directed by Masahiro Shinoda from the early 1970s, it’s his most passionate film and will test the patience of many of his devout fans.
After receiving a letter from Father Ferreira (Liam Neeson), detailing his difficult times in Japan when he and other priests were trying to bring Christianity to that land in the 1600s. His two students Rodrigues (Andrew Garfield) and Garrpe (Adam Driver) decided to make a trip from Portugal to the Far East in order to find out what happened to their mentor. Upon arriving in Japan, the young priests are exposed to a secret world of local Christians who has to keep their faith under wraps because it’s consider a crime to believe in Christ. Both Rodrigues and Garrpe need to stay in low profile to avoid being seen by the Japanese authority. But soon Rodrigues was captured by local shoguns and brought before Inoue (Issei Ogata), an inquisitor who insists the priest renounce his faith by stepping on bronze image of Jesus. Refusing to break as he searches for Ferreira, Rodrigues is exposed to many horrors and extended captivity, left with only his searching, questioning mind to keep him focused on God’s love.
Clocking in at nearly 3 hours long, it may test the patience of some of the most devout Scorsese’s fans out there. The film does feel slow at times and about 20 minutes could’ve been cut out. But on an artistic level, it might be Scorsese’s best work since The Age of Innocence. It’s beautifully shot and he even decided to not use any music in any of the more dramatic scenes, in fact I don’t recall hearing any theme music in the entire film. Anyone expecting to see some kind of graphic violent sequences will be sorely disappointed. He wisely focuses on the emotional suffering of the characters as opposed to showing the tortures in graphic details.
Performances by the actors were great; Garfield seems to be on a roll this year. He’s been asked to carry the entire film and I thought his performance was superb. Here’s a man who truly believe in his faith and yet he has to witness some of the most horrific things that people would ever do to one another. It’s an emotional performance that I don’t believe many young actors in his generation can achieve. Driver has a smaller role and he’s decent here as a priest who seems to be questioning the existence of God. Issei Ogata gave an interesting performance as the aging shogun, he’s truly believes in his mission to eradicate any western influences to his homeland. Yôsuke Kubozuka also was very good as the slimy character that betrayed Rodrigues several times yet asked for his forgiveness. Asano Tadanobu showed up later in the film as the interpreter and tried to convince Rodrigues to renounce his faith. Lastly, Neeson gave a kind of laid-back performance but I think it fits what his character went through.
This is a heavy film and Scorsese doesn’t bring his usual stylistics to the picture, remaining more observational, relying on editing to experience the journey. Filled with beautifully-shot sequences and great performances, it’s a film that deserves to be seen but I wouldn’t call it an entertaining one.
So have you seen SILENCE? Well, what did you think?
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Cindy Bruchman
Wow! I’ve read two reviews now, and both of you give it a 5/5. Great to hear it’s a good one.
January 19, 2017 at 16:23 Reply
Sorry Cindy, the correct rating Ted gave is 4.5/5 not a full 5/5 rating, but still that is practically a perfect score coming from Ted.
Ted Saydalavong (@TSayda)
Hi Cindy, I think I’m a little bias since I’m one of Scorsese’s biggest fans but it’s an excellent film. Not sure if I want to see it again anytime soon though…
It’s not showing around here. Arg!
rockerdad
Nice review Ted. This movie intrigues me and would like to check it out. I remember seeing the Last Temptation of Christ as a teen amid all the controversy. I thought it was a beautifully done film. Scorsese was said to be a Jesuit in training in his youth. His making this film makes complete sense. Apparently, the glitz and glamour of Hollywood led him to a different path hehe. Speaking of Scorsese, I’ve just rewatched the Last Waltz after reading Robbie Robertson’s memoir ‘Testament’ about The Band. Quite a contrast from the movie you just saw. It is well known that the band members and Scorsese himself were dabbling in a little too much cocaine. Pretty obvious with the interview footage in that one.
Hey Vince, let me know what you think when you see this one. Yeah I remember watching an interview of Scorsese and he said he almost became a priest if not for his love of filmmaking. I think The Last Temptation of Christ is a better picture than this one but I haven’t seen that film in a while. I’ve never seen The Last Waltz, one of the few films he directed that I have yet to see. I’m not surprised at all that these famous people were doing coke back in the days, lol!
dbmoviesblog
I am yet to see this movie, and keep hearing that its watching is a long-drawn, painful experience. Surely, it cannot be that bad? What I don’t want to see is overt self-indulgence. I guess if you are Scorsese, you can make any movie you want. You call all the shots, and it will still be at least moderately successful.
Like I said in the review, it’s not what I call an entertaining film but if you’re a fan of Scorsese then you might want to seek it out. It’s his most passionate project so you can say it’s quite self indulgence in the film. But I think he made this film for himself and don’t expect it to make a ton of money like his previous films.
Hopefully seeing this tomorrow (FINALLY)! So anxious for it.
Hope you’ll enjoy it Keith!
ninvoid99
I’m a big fan of Martin Scorsese as I do want to see this as the premise itself as well as its themes of faith and the existence of God is something that definitely intrigues me.
Yeah if you’re a fan of Scorsese then you’ll dig this one for sure!
Zoë
Definitely looking forward to this one! Great write up.
Hope you’ll like it when you see it Zoe.
Great review! My theater finally got this so hopefully they hold on to it long enough for me to see it next weekend. The run time makes me a bit iffy though.
Thanks Brittani! At the beginning, it’s a bit slow but once the story gets going, it didn’t feel too long to me.
Hey Ted, I definitely want to see this now after reading that there’s no graphic violence. I agree that I think it’s wise that Scorsese focuses on the emotional torture, which can be more effective.
Just fyi, no spoilers but there’s a scene of decapitation and people burnt alive but he didn’t glorify those scenes like some of his more violent films.
Shivani Yadav (@TheShivaniYadav)
Hey Ted, that was a great review. I really wanna watch Silence and it was pretty visible from the trailer that it’ll be a slow movie that demands a patient viewer but so was Taxi Driver and we all know what masterpiece that movie turned out to be.
I love Andrew Garfield and he’s surely killing it in his career right now. So happy to see him in such serious roles!
Hello Shivani, Taxi Driver is one of my favorite films and I think it’s better than Silence when it comes to Scorsese’s work. But they’re totally different kind of films so I can’t really compare the two but hope you’ll like it when you see Silence. I think Garfield is building his resume to be a more serious actor after the debacle of the last Spider-Man, hopefully he’ll continue to choose wisely for his future movie roles.
Scorsese just knows how to make great cinema. Looking forward to seeing this. Thanks for some great writing Ted.
Thanks Dan, hope you’ll like it when you see it.
Ooof, this was a doozy, but worth making the sacrifice for.
Yeah definitely not what you call an entertaining kind of film but I’m a big Scorsese fan and glad I saw it.
Nicely written Ted; plenty to chew on there. It’s a real shame Silence got Oscar snubbed.
Thanks man, I don’t really care for any awards stuff but yeah it’s kind of surprising that it didn’t get any major nominations except for cinematography. I thought Garfield was better in this film than in Hacksaw Ridge. What’s even more puzzling is that I thought this was Scorsese’s most artistic film in a long time and yet the Oscar voters didn’t even care to nominate.
thefilm.blog
Endō’s book is stunning and Scorsese really does it justice on a stylistic level. It doesn’t all work, but it’s definitely a fantastic film. Shame it didn’t get more Oscar nominations though
I’ve never read the book but saw the original film that came out in the early 70s and I thought that was good too. Yeah it’s a shame that the Oscar voters pretty much ignored the film but I believe many of the voters probably didn’t even see it or couldn’t get through the whole film.
CineMuseFilms
It is indeed a “heavy film” Ruth and your review captures the essence of it. It is both a complex film and at the same time very simple: religious arrogance is responsible for untold misery through the ages. Its 2 hours and 40 minutes well spent.
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QROPS Transfers Could Face 25% Tax Charge | Florin Pensions
Budget 2017: QROPS Transfers Could Face 25% Tax Charge
Today Philip Hammond, the UK Chancellor, delivered a significant shock to the pension transfer market by announcing the introduction of a 25% tax charge on certain pension transfers to Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Schemes (QROPS).
QROPS have been popular for British expatriates living and/or retiring abroad as a QROPS can enable a person to move their UK pension to the country where they live (providing a QROPS exists in that country). The announcement in the Spring Budget aims to deter people from moving their UK pension to a QROPS simply for tax advantages. For example, if a British expatriate moved their UK pension to a QROPS in Malta and the expatriate did not live in the European Economic Area (EEA).
The 25% tax charge will apply to any request to undertake a QROPS transfer after 9 March 2017, unless the transfer meets one of the following conditions:
The pension member is resident in the same country in which the QROPS receiving the transfer is established
The pension member is resident within a country within the EEA and the QRPOS is established in a country within the EEA
The QROPS is set up by an international organisation for the purposes of providing benefits for or in respect of past service as an employee of the organisation and the member is an employee of that international organisation
The QROPS is an overseas public service pension scheme and the member is an employee of the employer that participates in the scheme
The QROPS is an occupational pension scheme and the member is an employee of a sponsoring employee under the scheme
When a QROPS transfer meets one of the above conditions, and is not subject to the tax charge at the time of transfer, it may still become chargeable later if the conditions which were met to make the transfer tax-free cease to be met within the five full tax years following the date of transfer.
The 25% tax charge will be deducted before the transfer to the QROPS takes place by the pension administrator of the pension scheme making the transfer.
The Treasury said only a “minority” of the estimated 10,000 – 20,000 transfers to QROPS each year would be affected by the new charge. However, where it does affect expatriates, it could well result in the effective closure of the market in certain jurisdictions.
For British expatriates living in the United States who are currently considering a QROPS, this new tax is likely to be a significant deterrent. For US residents/taxpayers, there are already potentially significant US tax implications associated with undertaking a transfer from a UK pension to a non-UK based pension. This new UK tax will only add to the complexity of QROP transfers. However, other options like UK personal pensions can still offer great benefits for a British expatriate without attracting this new UK government tax.
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Six Top Trends in B2B Food and Nutrition PR for 2014
Posted on 16 December 2013 by Cesare Varallo
NutriPR identifies six top trends of B2B public relations for the nutraceutical and food ingredient industries for 2014. A panel of three leading food and beverage B2B editors was engaged in the survey: David Feder, RD, executive editor of Prepared Foods/NutraSolutions.com; Robin Wyers, Chief Editor of The World of Food Ingredients and www.foodingredientsfirst.com; and Caroline Scott-Thomas, Editor of www.FoodNavigator.com.
Among the top trends are “real-time” and “relevance/new angle.” These reflect the media anticipation for accurate, quick response and on-time releases that consist of relevant and useful data.
“We initiated this research to help our clients to better understand how to improve their PR campaigns according to media expectations and needs,” explains Liat Simha, PR expert at NutriPR. “Part of our job is to advise not just what to do, but also what not to do in developing a PR campaign that helps clients build their brands in the marketplace; our challenge is to build a bridge over this gap.”
1. Real time – “I’d expect to see much faster reaction times, with press releases issued as soon as news occurs. There is still a big gap from an event or product launch to when a release is issued. This is less acceptable in a world of instant news sourcing, with social media and rumors making headlines before companies can craft a press release,” says Scott-Thomas.
2. Sharper PR – Writing a good press release is no longer enough. “Our readers expect high-value information, backed up by marketing data and statistics. Sharper and more focused information is essential to get more impact in B2B food and beverage media,” indicates Wyers. Feder expects to see more “ready-made” pieces in the form of comprehensive and technical article releases.
3. Video splash/video interview – “I anticipate a lot more links to videos or even video clips embedded in product samples; releases more individualized to the publication and its editors; and whole web pages and articles ready to fold into a site directly, rather than merely link to the client’s site,” predicts Feder. “Videos should be between 1 and 2 minutes and filled with info—not fluff—plus lead to resources that go deeper.”
4. Relevance & “new angle”– Feder, Scott-Thomas and Wyers avoid repeat coverage of the same topics and products. “I look for the new angle in each story we post,” notes Wyers. “Our readers expect to find stories that can help them to develop new product or solve technical problems.”
“I hope to see more press releases that put the news in context of other events affecting the industry,” says Scott-Thom
as. ”For example, making the most of ingredient waste streams, and tackling public health problems such as diabetes and obesity, rather than simply announcing a new product or report.”
5. Enhance your media relations – Reporters get hundreds of press releases daily. To be chosen from
all this noise, it’s vital to build sincere media relations. “Companies will return to engaging
more actively with the press through press trips and desk-side visits. They will thus rely on expert and knowledgeable outside PR contacts to act as more than liaisons, rather, as client partners in interacting directly with the press and providing enhanced objectivity for their clients, closing the gap between corporate needs and press needs without compromising fairness in coverage,” notes Feder.
6. The Social media impact – Food ingredient companies need to develop a social media strategy to gain better buzz for their PR campaign and to become more accessible to reporters and potential customers alike. “Social media, particularly Twitter, can provide leads for stories,” says Scott-Thomas. “Apart from publicizing our articles on Twitter, Facebook is emerging as an interesting platform for us, helping reach a new audience with stories that have a more ‘human’ angle.”
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Main Gaming Let it sweep you away: INSIDE game in criticism
Let it sweep you away: INSIDE game in criticism
Sveta S., GameGems
Faceless people, cruel guards, dead animals, one kid in a red shirt - come to understand what is going on in the dark and unpredictable world of INSIDE, an Indie game that will stun you
You play a faceless little boy in a red shirt. The boy runs through a forest Dark And tries to hide from the various trucks and guards scattered around the area. Two guards sitting in the car catch his silhouette passing the car's headlights, and one of them begins to chase after him, catching the child, and then - choking him to death. You start again, get a little further, where the guard can not catch the kid, but his dog is, and the dog rips him apart.
Here you begin to realize that something is wrong, that the immoral world that unfolds before you is not only depressing, but distorted and sickly. What are these people guarding? Why are they lurking for a little boy and killing him instead? Who is the boy, and where does he actually run from?
Some of the answers to these questions may reveal, during your journey at INSIDE, a 2D platform game from the Playdead studio that if you follow the indie scene, you probably recognize Limbo's creators.
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On this journey, the child will pass between different areas where he will encounter many obstacles and threatening enemies who will try to prevent him from escaping. You have the task of helping him make his way through the nightmare world he is in, and protect him from the death that lurks in every corner.
You'll need to figure out how to manipulate the different environments you're going to use, take advantage of tools and living things you'll encounter, and schedule your child's movement to avoid security or just to make a successful jump.
All the puzzles in the game are made with quite a bit of thought behind them, and feel it. There is no unnecessary or boring riddle in them, and their level of difficulty may be exactly the right one that will often cause you to pause for a moment to try to understand "what can I do with the tools that are here," but on the other hand it will not cause you frustration. Even if you get stuck, you know the solution is there in front of your nose, and you just have to catch it, or find out what detail in the room you did not notice.
In addition, the puzzles are very diverse. In any area you reach, you will find that the game continues to surprise you every time, so you will never feel like you're doing anything you've already done. Of course, I avoid showing you the more interesting puzzles, simply because I do not want to ruin their discovery experience, so you'll need to believe me.
All along the way you will be accompanied by the sooty industrial world and the dying of the graphic look just wonderful. The soundtrack is minimal, and at critical moments the sound of the child's breathing is added to it.
Not a single word will be heard in it. You will not find audio cassettes or written on the wall. In a brilliant way, INSIDE manages to convey the philosophical questions it raises and the atmosphere of terror only by what you will see and experience during it, not a walking task when we talk about a two-dimensional game that presents a fairly limited palette.
Although the game is not very graphic violence it shows, but all types of death are quite cruel, and at least caused me to feel uncomfortable, which probably explains why the game received a rating of such high ages.
It's worth mentioning that this is not an especially long game. INSIDE lasts from three to five hours. On the other hand, if it was longer, it would probably have damaged the final result that will probably leave you gaping.
There is no doubt that this is the most nerve-racking platform game I have ever played. The number of times my heart stopped when I knew I was doing the wrong move or when someone started chasing me, the disturbing plot slowly revealed, the dark and threatening atmosphere in the background, the sophisticated puzzles that take advantage of the amazing physics of the world, make INSIDE an experience you really should not miss.
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Battle of Nagashino & Shitaragahara
Historical Museum for famous samurai battle in 1575
By Chris Glenn Oct 31, 2011 - 5 min read
Battle of Nagashino and Shitagahara Museum
Below the Shitaragahara Historical Museum, and visible from the rooftop observation area, is the long, thin valley where a crucial turning point in Japanese history and samurai warfare took place.
This is the site of one of the most famous samurai battles, the Battle of Nagashino, also known locally as the Battle of Shitaragahara, which took place on May 21st, 1575.
The Takeda army were a battle hardened, well trained samurai battalion. Takeda Katsuyori, in an effort to gain control of the nation, was beginning an advance of the capital, Kyoto. To march on Kyoto necessitated crossing the lands owned by both Tokugawa Ieyasu and Oda Nobunaga. The Takeda had soundly defeated the Tokugawa at the Battle of Mikatagahara some years before, and were confident of another victory. This time however, the concern was the Tokugawa’s strong ally, Oda Nobunaga.
Protecting Ieyasu’s northern regions, and an area important to the Takeda supply lines was Nagashino castle. The castle with 500 inside was surrounded and besieged by 15,000 Takeda troops, however one brave samurai escaped and alerted Ieyasu who, with the Oda clan came to the rescue a week later with 38,000 soldiers.
Interestingly, along with their weapons and armor, each Oda samurai carried a long, thin log with them.
The logs were used to build two kilometers of simple wooden palisade along the western side of the valley at the foot of the rolling hills. Running through the middle of the valley was the small Rengo River. Either side of the river were rice paddies. On the opposite side, the Takeda had arranged themselves into battle formations on the slopes of the low mountains.
Behind the wooden fencing waited some 3,000 Oda troops armed with matchlock guns. The gun had only been introduced to Japan some twenty years previously by Portuguese traders, but already the nature of the weapon had been embraced by the samurai.
The Takeda forces, their front line samurai dressed in red lacquered armor were compelled to attack. Running onto the narrow battlefield, they first encountered the soft muddy rice paddies, which caused a slowdown, they then had to ford the Rengo River, and tackle more rice paddies before reaching the fence. Hardly any of them got that far.
The Oda forces gunners felled them immediately in a great blast of gunfire!
Katsoyori knew that the guns took at least 40 seconds under ideal conditions to prime and reload, and battle conditions were far from ideal. After the first volley, he quickly sent a second wave of samurai into the frey. Within seconds they were felled by more matchlock fire. Katsuyori, shocked, sent yet another line of troops, they too were mown down before they could reach the river.
Nobunaga, realizing the projectile weapons shortcoming, had organized his gunners into lines of three around the barricades. After the first guns were fired, the second line took aim and shot. Once their breaches had been emptied, the third line took aim. By then, the first line had reloaded, and were ready to continue shooting the enemy, and so on in a machine gun like fashion.
Eight hours later, 10,000 Takeda and 6,000 allied troops lay dead across the valley. The much feared Takeda clan had been decimated and would end seven years later.
A few hundred meters of the wooden fencing has been recreated by the Shinshiro City Council which gives you a good idea of what conditions would have looked like over 400 years ago. From the palisade you can look out over the rice paddies and Rengo River to where the Takeda launched their attack.
If you have the time, the various generals’ war camps on both sides can still be visited. Maps with the details of the sites and memorial stones are available, however information is in Japanese only. One important site, where the Oda and Tokugawa main camp moved to is in danger of being swallowed up by construction on a new highway to run through the middle of the battlefield.
Every May, members of the Nagashino teppotai, antique matchlock gunnery team don their samurai armor and with matchlock guns in hand, recreate the battle. The guns, all real, are loaded only with gunpowder, but a loud bang, a shower of sparks and clouds of thick smoke provides for some exciting entertainment. More demonstrations happen in July, and again August 15 when a fire dance is held as part of a memorial service for the war dead.
The nearby Shitaragahara Historical Museum on the Takeda side of the valley contains a most impressive range of items and documents related to the battle. There is a large selection of over 50 matchlock guns, the longest being some 3.32 meters in length, the shortest about 40 centimeters long. Old maps, scrolls, paintings, video presentations round out this most rewarding experience.
Some fine examples of samurai armor, helmets and weapons, folding screens also fill the many glass cases. Take the elevator to the roof top for a view of the reconstructed palisade on the opposite side of the valley. There isn’t a great deal of information in English, but the displays are relatively easy to understand and are still worth viewing.
The battlefield and museum are a must see for fans of Japanese history, samurai and students of militaria. Add to your trip a visit to the nearby Nagashino Castle and their excellent but small museum too. (Details on that trip available here on JapanTourist)
Chris Glenn @chris.glenn
Chris Glenn is an Australian born radio DJ, TV presenter, helicopter pilot, and advertising copywriter. A follower of samurai culture , he is a member of the Japan Armor and Weapons Research and Preservation Society, has black-belt in Kendo, 2nd black-belt in Chanbara sword fighting disciplines, and currently studies Shinkage and Enmei Ryu techniques. A long term resident of Japan, he is extremely passionate about preserving and promoting Japanese history and culture.
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Tyra 'nell Pille-Lu 6 years ago
You have a good grasp of Japan's historical battle. In the other part of the world where I came from, we studied Asian History including that of Japan's yet the Samurai battle wasn't explained in such a detailed way like you have narrated in your article.
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telloyd 7 years ago
Chris: Really great article. Just last night was thinking, "If only someone could encapsulate key battles and events in Japanese history." Getting over the museum to see the battle maps and scrolls would be very interesting. TL
https://en.japantravel.com/aichi/batle-of-nagashino-and-shitaragahara-battlefield/152
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Eldar (Warhammer 40,000)
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In the fictional setting of Warhammer 40,000, the Eldar are a race and playable army in the tabletop miniatures wargame. They are patterned after the High Elves of fantasy fiction; long-lived, arrogant, and possessing great psychic powers. The Eldar once ruled the galaxy and seek to reclaim their old dominions from humanity and the other Warhammer 40,000 races.
Tabletop game mechanicsEdit
Unlike some other armies which have versatile units, the Eldar have many specialists and few which can handle many roles. For example, the Eldar Howling Banshees are melee specialists and, with their power weapons and other special rules, excel at killing heavily armored infantry units in melee combat, while using them for ranged attacks often leads to failure. In contrast, the Eldar Dark Reaper excels at long range fighting but will almost certainly be taken down in melee by even moderately skilled/equipped melee units. However, Dire Avengers can be outfitted for either melee or ranged combat, though they will not be as able as a more specialized aspect.
Eldar vehicles, unlike their infantry counterparts, are very tough and hard to kill because of many evasive and shielding benefits. While no Eldar vehicle has the maximum armor value (14), they often have upgrades and special abilities which can compensate for this and make them more effective than heavier vehicles. Most Eldar vehicles can also be equipped with weapons designed for various purposes. Some examples include the Brightlance (designed for killing Heavy Tanks), the Star Cannon (designed to kill Heavy Infantry), and the Scatter Laser (designed for killing light infantry). This is in addition to other upgrades, such as the Star Engines, Holo-Fields, and Spirit Stones. With the exception of walkers, all Eldar vehicles are skimmers which allow them to move "freely" across the board and, with upgrades, at speeds only matched by the Dark Eldar and the Tau armies. The drawback is that Eldar vehicles are expensive to field in game. An example is the Eldar Wave Serpent, which is one of the most-expensive dedicated transport vehicles in the game.
Because of the Eldar's comparatively weak armor and high fielding costs but comparatively powerful weapons and fast speed, successful game play is often stylized by outnumbered Eldar units which outmaneuver the opponent and kill entire squads before they have a chance to retaliate. This is also the cause of Eldar game play being regarded as "unforgiving". Unlike Space Marines or Necron, who boast heavy armor, high toughness and some form of wound-resistance; the Eldar do not. Because of this lack of staying power, Eldar infantry is often subject to severe, and sometimes unrecoverable, losses after a bad tactical decision or even a series of poor rolls.
Fictional overviewEdit
Millions of years ago, the Eldar once ruled the galaxy. After the defeat of the Necrons and the decline of the Old Ones, with no serious enemies to challenge them or labors to burden them, they became the solitary masters of the galaxy. However, over the course of millennia, the unchallenged Eldar fell into the most extreme kind of decadence imaginable. Because the Eldar are highly psychic, this behavior led to the creation of the Chaos God of excess and hedonism, Slaanesh. When Slaanesh was finally born (c 30th millennium), the psychic shockwave killed most of the Eldar race.
A minority of the Eldar, somehow seeing the impending doom that would arise from their decadence, had earlier rejected the debauchery of their kin and had constructed colossal starships that they called "Craftworlds [fr]". Truly gargantuan in size, these Craftworlds were capable of housing hundreds of thousands of Eldar and their technological wonders, and would become their refuge from the turbulent times to come. While some craftworlds did not get far enough to escape the psychic shockwave, others did. The remaining Craftworlds are now spread around the galaxy; massive holofields, advance stealth systems, and the vastness of space itself, has largely masked their presence and only a few have become known. 10,000 years on, the Eldar have yet to recover due to their extremely low birthrates and conflicts with the other powers of the galaxy, such as the Orks and Imperium of man.
The Eldar model rangeEdit
The majority of the normal infantry and vehicles as described in the Games Workshop Codex books for the Craftworld and Dark Eldar are available as plastic or "fine cast" resin kits via either the company's many high street stores or by their mail order service. Some limited edition models have been produced for the Craftworld Eldar, although as of February 2012, these are only available as the old style 'lead' casts on the open market. Models and rules for Super Heavy units and Eldar Titans are only available via Forge World. The company Games Workshop does supply to independent retailers. Also, a few of these distributors whose primary focus is tabletop wargaming can order the more-complex resin kits from Forge World. Both companies have websites from which online purchases can be made. Because the Eldar are one of the original races featured in the 40K universe they have an extensive back catalogue of classic lead and plastic miniatures including many variants of squads, squad leaders and infantry models which can still be found on sale both in store and online for those with the patience to search.
To date Games Workshop have produced no Eldar scenery kits, although brief descriptions have been given on how to build Eldar architecture and objectives in both the main Warhammer 40,000 rules books and in GW's monthly magazine White Dwarf. Such publications, along with Games Workshop's web site also contain many articles on how to assemble, convert and paint the standard range of Eldar models.
Fantasy counterpartEdit
In the sense that Warhammer 40,000 races parallel the earlier (and still extant) Warhammer Fantasy Battle game, the Eldar race mirrors the Elven people.
The Eldar in general consist of five distinct sides: the Craftworld Eldar (often simply called Eldar), who are similar to the High Elves; the Drukhari, who are similar to the Dark Elves; the Exodites, who are similar to the Wood Elves; the Harlequins, servants of Cegorach, the Laughing God; and the Ynnari, a new faction of the Eldar that worship the god Ynnead. These equivalences are only in very general thematic terms, however, as the major details of the races' backgrounds differ greatly from their Warhammer Fantasy counterparts. For instance while the Dark Elves have long existed as the main antagonist to the High Elves in Warhammer Fantasy, Games Workshop originally incorporated both High and Dark Elves' elements into the Craftworld Eldar for the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Only recently in 1998, did they create the Dark Eldar as a separate army, and there is little back-story on the Eldar-versus-Dark Eldar rivalry. The Exodites exist mainly in Warhammer 40,000 background material and never had any specific models or dedicated army books for use in the tabletop game, however the Alaitoc Craftworld Eldar is closely linked with the Exodites.
Both the Elves and Eldar share some deities. The bloody-handed God Khaine is a recurring entity for both the Elves (High and Dark Elves) and Craftworld Eldar. For instance, Aenarion drew the Sword of Khaine to defeat the First Chaos Invasion, while Prince Yriel used the Spear of Twilight to repel Hive Fleet Kraken from the Iyanden Craftworld. The Brides of Khaine, commonly known as the Witch Elves, are one of the forces in the ranks of the Dark Elves; while the Craftworld Eldar can summon the Avatar of Khaine.
AppearanceEdit
The Eldar are typically stylized with lightweight and sleek forms, organic contours, and bright colors. This is a direct foil to the bulky Orkz with "ramshackle" technology and often dull or "dirty" color schemes. The various Eldar Craftworlds [fr] (similar to Space Marine Chapters) each have their own color schemes. Examples are Ulthwé's black armor and bone helmets, Alaitoc's blue armor and yellow helmets, and Saim-hann's red armor and white helmets. The various Eldar paths (described below) also have their own color schemes. For example, the Howling Banshees' color scheme is bone armor, green loin cloth, and red helmet fringe. The Striking Scorpions color scheme is green armor and helmets, black weaponry, and gold trim. Despite this, many players tend to paint aspect warriors the color of their chosen Craftworld for sake of uniformity.
Eldar vehicles also follow the above policy of avoiding too many harsh edges and flat surfaces. Instead, the armor plating is curved and is often criss-crossed with various inset lines which run either parallel or perpendicular to other edges/lines. For painted examples of either, simply browse through the Eldar army section of the Games-Workshop web site.
InspirationEdit
The Eldar, like other races in Warhammer 40,000, take their current state from various cultures. The Eldar naming-schemes are typically derived from Gaelic. Some examples are the Craftworlds [fr] Saim-Hann, Ulthwé, Biel-Tan, Alaitoc, etc. The Eldar background and persona are heavily derived from The Lord of the Rings elves, in that both are lithe humanoids with pointed ears, having superb reflexes and speed, having keen senses and are extremely reclusive and arrogant. This is in addition to both being near extinction and having organic/nature inspired looking crafts of all sorts. In fact, the name Eldar itself is derived from Tolkien's work. Their weaponry and fighting is based on their physiology and therefore is agile and depends more on speed and precision. Asian influences can be seen in some of their weaponry like the shuriken weapon technology and some of their melee weapons. Some others have European origins like the Harlequin which are taken from Renaissance Europe, it is also visible in some of their weapons not to mention their fighting style which looks like a ballet dance of death. Ancient Egyptian roots are also visible in their clothing and also their symbols and writings which are similar to the ancient Hieroglyphic writing and also in their Hierarchy and spirituality. The Eldanesh gods are a good mix of common pagan gods which can be found in a lot pagan cultures.
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Samba Gold
Kaká received 2008 Samba Gold in Milanello
The "Samba Gold" (Samba d'Or) is a football award given to the best Brazilian footballer in Europe, as awarded by the Sambafoot Company. The inaugural award was made in 2008. The Samba Gold is determined by three voter panels: journalists, fellow footballers and votes from Internet users.
In 2008, the winner was Milan midfielder Kaká. Manchester City's Robinho and Sevilla's Luís Fabiano placed second and third in voting, respectively. There were 30 nominations. Voting took place from 1 December till 30 December. Kaká obtained 25.03% of the vote, with 14.34% for Robinho and 13.65% for Fabiano.[1]
In 2009, Luís Fabiano (20.91%) of Sevilla won the trophy ahead of Júlio César (17.58%) and Kaká (16.35%).[2]
In 2010, the prize was awarded to Maicon (12.60%) from Inter Milan running ahead of Hernanes (10.76%) and Thiago Silva (9.56%).[3][4]
In 2011, Milan defender Thiago Silva (16.33%) won the award ahead of Dani Alves from Barcelona (15.56%) and Hulk from Porto (14.41%).[5][6]
In 2012, the list of 30 candidates was announced on 26 November.[7][8] Paris Saint-Germain defender Thiago Silva (17.70%) was awarded the 2012 Samba Gold on 31 December, edging out Ramires (17.04%) and Willian (10.19%).[9]
In 2013, Thiago Silva won for a third consecutive year, beating Dante and Oscar.[10]
In 2014, Neymar won the award for the first time ever with a record percentage of votes.[11]
In 2015, Neymar won the award for the second consecutive year.[12]
In 2016, Coutinho won the award for the first time, ending Neymar's two year reign. [13]
In 2017, Neymar won the award for the third time in four years.[14]
In 2018, Firmino won the award for the first time.[15]
WinnersEdit
2008 Kaká
Milan 25.03% Robinho
Manchester City 14.34% Luís Fabiano
Sevilla 13.65%
2009 Luís Fabiano
Sevilla 20.91% Júlio César
Internazionale 17.58% Kaká
Real Madrid 16.35%
2010 Maicon
Internazionale 12.60% Hernanes
Lazio 10.76% Thiago Silva
Milan 9.56%
2011 Thiago Silva
Milan 16.33% Dani Alves
Barcelona 15.56% Hulk
Porto 14.41%
Paris Saint-Germain 17.70% Ramires
Chelsea 17.04% Willian
Shakhtar Donetsk 10.19%
Paris Saint-Germain 24.19% Dante
Bayern Munich 14.63% Oscar
Chelsea 8.20%
2014 Neymar
Barcelona 29.20% Miranda
Atlético Madrid 16.39% Felipe Melo
Galatasaray 16.01%
Barcelona 37.87% Douglas Costa
Bayern Munich 13.00% Felipe Melo
Internazionale 9.39%
2016 Philippe Coutinho
Liverpool 32.13% Neymar
Barcelona 27.88% Casemiro
Paris Saint-Germain 27.71% Philippe Coutinho
Liverpool 16.64% Marcelo
2018 Roberto Firmino
Real Madrid 20.51% Neymar
Paris Saint-Germain 18.67%
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^ "The Samba Gold Trophy 2012: The 30 nominees – Sambafoot.com, all About Brazilian Football". www.sambafoot.com.
^ "Who will win the Samba Gold 2012? – Sambafoot.com, all About Brazilian Football". www.sambafoot.com.
^ "Thiago Silva retains the Samba Gold Trophy 2012 – Sambafoot.com, all About Brazilian Football". www.sambafoot.com.
^ "Thiago Silva is the 2013 Samba Gold Winner – Sambafoot.com, all About Brazilian Football". www.sambafoot.com.
^ "Neymar wins his first Samba Gold – Sambafoot.com, all About Brazilian Football". www.sambafoot.com.
^ "Neymar wins the Samba Gold for the second consecutive year ! – Sambafoot.com, all About Brazilian Football". www.sambafoot.com.
^ Stillman, Tim (December 31, 2016). "Philippe Coutinho wins the Samba Gold 2016". Sambafoot. Sambafoot. Retrieved December 31, 2016.
^ Fausser, Frédéric (January 1, 2018). "Neymar wins the 2017 Samba Gold". Sambafoot. Sambafoot. Retrieved January 1, 2018.
^ Fausser, Frédéric (January 3, 2019). "Roberto Firmino wins the 2018 Samba Gold". Sambafoot. Sambafoot. Retrieved January 3, 2019.
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How to add further locationsEdit
Hello, I just opened this new article. One thing: I am aware that my source (Meyers Konversationslexikon) is pretty dated, but if you add new locations or revise current ones, please do so by giving a reference, so that the article becomes a reliable source for us all. Thanks Gun Powder Ma 17:25, 30 October 2006 (UTC)
Good start. so the users will know what item is verified as it gets improved, I've added a note. DGG 04:06, 31 October 2006 (UTC)
Where should we ask users to add the footnote? With the date, the town, the printer or what? We need a uniform, intuitively understandable method, I just realise. Gun Powder Ma 01:47, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
Should be renamed, as seems only intended to cover movable type/Gutenberg style printingEdit
Johnbod 03:27, 23 November 2006 (UTC)
What means 'only'? And renamed to what? Since all printing today, with an annual output of hundreds of millions of printed documents, is ultimately derived from Gutenberg printing, and since Gutenberg printing spread in a long process all around the globe to every single country, the name of the article is as appropriate as one can get. Printing as we know it is synonymous with Gutenberg printing. Regards Gun Powder Ma 04:08, 23 November 2006 (UTC)
Actually, I was wondering the same, because a week or so ago I was going to propose a page : spread of printing from china & Korea, in which all the various speculations could be put--but it does not now seem necessary as it was handled very well otherwise. I do think it could be clarified, if we could find a name, as I do not like any I can think of
Spread of classical printing begs the question, as the reader doesnt know what we mean by classical,
Spread of Gutenberg printing isn't idiomatic English, Spread of Gutenberg's printing isnt right
Spread of printing from Germany isn't exact for it includes the first stages within Germany
Spread of printing in Europe is something I have seen used, but this article covers beyond Europe also.
We should certainly discuss this first, for we will have to change a number of links. Johnbod, you've made the general suggestion. any specific ideas? DGG 06:24, 23 November 2006 (UTC)
- well I had seen the difficulties you set out, but I think something is needed: Maybe :
spread of movable type printing (or P with MT)
Modern spread of printing (or S of MP)
spread of printing in the Modern period
- something like that Johnbod 14:27, 23 November 2006 (UTC)
Is this topic dead? I propose 'Spread of the Printing Press', since it is specifically about the spread of Guteberg's invention, and not about the spread of cloth printing, woodblock printing, newspaper printing, laser printing or any of several other uses of the word 'printing'. lk 09:46, 11 November 2007 (UTC)
Seems like except for one objection, the consensus is to rename. I have done so. Note that all other 'Spread of ....' pages refer to the most ancient historical use of the term. Do not revert without proper discussion. lk (talk) 07:06, 21 May 2008 (UTC)
Grosse DeutschelandEdit
Looking at your "Germany" list, this is bound to cause trouble soon! Do you know where these places actually are? When was Meyers published - 1942? I suggest you change the heading to German-language printing (which I imagine is correct), anglicise the place-names & link them. Otherwise you are bound to have NPOV trouble.Johnbod 02:37, 11 December 2006 (UTC)
The only one who is in breach of WP guidelines is you. With comments (and headings) like this you only disqualify yourself. Gun Powder Ma 01:24, 13 December 2006 (UTC)
I take it this means you cannot be bothered to clean up your mess! Or possibly that you think it acceptable to describe as "Germany" the capitals of Austria, the Czech Republic (plus several Bohemian towns), and to use "Ofen" for Budapest! Johnbod 15:42, 15 December 2006 (UTC)
You do not seem to understand. Unless you edit your brain dead headline, you are in no position to ask anything, let alone talk threatening with guidelines with which you are totally in breach. Gun Powder Ma 23:56, 15 December 2006 (UTC)
I suggest you read the article Großdeutschland - this is exactly what your scheme is saying Johnbod 00:31, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
I suggest you read from when the source actually is, a reference which had been actually on the page all along. Then you may want to go back, edit your brain dead headline, edit your brain dead reference to 1942, or I suggest you may want to edit other article where you are not so demonstrably in conflict with NPOV guidelines. Gun Powder Ma 00:38, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
Clean-upEdit
The names of the cities need to be put into the usual English form, and given links. An NPOV solution needs to be found for the heading "Germany" - includes Prague, Wrocław, Vienna etc. I have done a few. Where/what is "Kronstadt" - it's not the one in Russia (founded on swamp by Peter the great in 1710)? Johnbod 16:20, 15 December 2006 (UTC)
To be exact "Germany" depends on the time and the city, see Johannes Gutenberg which has
'''Johannes Gensfleisch zur Laden zum Gutenberg''' (c. [[1398]] – [[February 3]], [[1468]]) was a [[Holy Roman Empire|German]] goldsmithDGG 00:37, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
Of course it does, but Prague, Pilsen etc were never in it. And if we are taking that tack, what is Belgium doing there? As you know, there are policies, admittedly complicated ones, for all this, which Ma has chosen to ignore completely.
Johnbod 00:43, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
are you sure about Prague? From [[Prague], it was part in the 13th c. and the 16th. But the relevant date was 1478, when things were a little confused there. :) Even when the EB was printed, there was no HRE. It may actually have been in the HRE in 1478, since--unlike the WP, that article was designed for scholars.DGG
It was always in the kingdom of Bohemia, and the Kings were the HRE's at various points (and later the Austrian Emperors), but that don't make it German, any more than the many Italian etc bits of the HRE. Try suggesting at the Prague article it used to be in Germany! Johnbod 01:21, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
Depends on your definition of "German". Try suggesting at the Prague university article that the university was not the first German university founded! Gun Powder Ma 01:43, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
But not the first university in Germany! It's not defining German, but defining Germany, the term used. I have been suggesting all along we move from "Germany" to some use of "German". Johnbod 01:54, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
Won't work. First, because we do not know of the vast majority of instances listed in what language they printed. In what language e.g. did they first print in 1479 in Toulouse? French, Provencal, Occidental, Spanish, Basque or Catalan? Second, because the term 'language' is itself vague. Did the American settlers already print in American or British English? Did the early printers in the Netherlands print in German or already in Dutch (= D[e]ut[s]ch)? When did Dutch, a German dialect, become a language of its own? Is it even a language of its own (the spectrum of Chinese dialects for example is much broader, still they are all called Chinese)? Who can answer these questions with authority? Gun Powder Ma 11:05, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
Will work better than using Germany. I only suggest departing from states for German, Greek, and Hebrew, so Toulouse is not an issue. Dutch is normally regarded as a separate language from earlier than this (in discussions of manuscripts). American English is not regarded as a different language even now (what is Wikipedia in?). Latin, which you don't mention, is actually much more of a problem, but I think one has to assume a mix of Latin & vernacular books for all German printers, which from my limited knowledge would be correct in the majority of cases. No scheme will be perfect; I think we all recognise this Johnbod 16:04, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
I have found "Kronstadt", listed under Hungary; it is now Braşov in Transylvania, Romania. One of the German centres there. Johnbod 16:15, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
Modest proposal: How about Germany, Austria, and German printers in Central Europe - evades most of these problems
Laugingen does not appear as a place in either German Wiki or Google that I can see, except as a Surname & in medieval contexts. Seems connected to Augsburg - maybe is now a suburb/town district or uses a different spelling? Anyone know?
Btw "Ofen" is strictly Buda not Budapest (both sides of the river), but I think Budapest is ok to use. Johnbod 16:52, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
LocationsEdit
There is no easy way to categorize all the places where printing was done, especially in central Europe. My impression was that Meyer ordered the places also according to the language the printers used (taking Latin aside). Therefore, Prague belongs to Germany (apart from being a part of the Old Reich then), as the printers (next to the university, the imperial chancellery) used the German language. Then again, there were sooner or later Czech language printers. All I want to suggest for the moment is do not change the category of te places before we have found here a common solution. It just becomes a mess of what has been until now an orderly structure. Regards Gun Powder Ma 00:48, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
That was, you may recall through the red mist, my original suggestion above (to reorder by language). Plus it avoids you saying Florence is in Greece. And I wonder if those Rabbis in ?Lisbon were printing in Portuguese or Hebrew? Johnbod 00:59, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
Sorry, but next time try putting your facts in a different passage from your diatribe. Listing by language would destroy the 'spread of printing' character IMO pretty much. Also, it is far from being an unambigous criteria. I suggest we replace 'Germany' with 'Holy Roman Empire' which would solve most problems. To do much more is trying to impose technocracy on history, which won't work. We can also add another column for 'language', but actually I would prefer 'comments' here. And "Florence" is anyway a later insertion not done by Meyer. Gun Powder Ma 01:23, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
Well I am am sympathetic to that approach, but really I think the only way is either go "German-language printers" or similar , "Greek-language" "Hebrew"(if so),& leave the rest by country, or use modern territories, which I agree would not be best. All sorts of places (eg Belgium & chunks of Italy) were in the HRE. Johnbod 01:36, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
names in generalEdit
This is a page intended for the non-specialist as well as the specialist, and i think it is better to use the modern names, and the modern countries--otherwise it needs an index. (unsigned comment by DGG)
Totally unhistorical. Would also destroy the 'spread of printing' character pretty much. Gun Powder Ma 01:25, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
Well, it has the advantage that we need not argue over the history here & can concentrate of verifying the dates and the names in that listing--since the source is a little old. How about (now in ...) or (in what is now...) or see also ... Does anyone here really thinks able to mediate between Eastern European borders? DGG 05:44, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
We would stop arguing about countries and borders and start arguing about languages and dialects. Where again would you draw the exact line between Dutch as a German dialect and Dutch as a separate language? Gun Powder Ma 18:43, 21 December 2006 (UTC)
You are the one who has been insisting on countries. The Dutch/German divide is normally taken pretty much along the current borders, which (near enough) were the borders of Burgundy at the time. Obviously including Belgium in the list is anomalous, but I don't have very strong views on that.
Question: What historical explanatory power could have an entry which says that in 1475 in "Breslau, Poland", a printing press was established? Don't people then automatically assume that
Breslau was a Polish city - which it was not.
They printed there in Polish - which they did not.
That the printing press reached Poland in 1474 - which it did not. Don't they? Gun Powder Ma 20:03, 3 January 2007 (UTC)
Hence I repeat my proposal of Dec 16th above: How about Germany, Austria, and German printers in Central Europe - evades most of these problems?
- You must know it can't stay as Germany, which wasn't true even then Johnbod 20:29, 3 January 2007 (UTC)
Three of the many counter-points coming to my mind:
Lack of consistence: Why not "Germany", but "Spain" which was constituted as late as 1707?
Lack of unambigousness: "German printers" were also active in many other parts of Europe, especially in Italy. Do you think the readers will understand your differentiation between them and their colleagues in "Central Europe"?
Lack of methodology: The concept of language is actually no less problematic than the concept of nationhood or national borders. Was Dutch then a separate language or just another German dialect? Did they print in Castellano or in Spanish? Do we have to say they printed in Middle-English or in English?
I would still favour a solution around the term "Holy Roman Empire" which is the closest to history. Gun Powder Ma 21:02, 3 January 2007 (UTC)
First, you still have not adressed the point Under "German printers" you would also have to place much of the early Italian printers
wait a minute, we are not talking about printers who come from Germany, we are talking about printing done in Germany (or in Italy). There are two things easy to tell--one is the language of the book, the other is the imprint. !
and how about (now in Germany), or Czech Republic or whatever? This discussion is getting absurd. I could easily take it to another degree of absurdity, by discussing your interpretation that Spain wasn't a nation until 1707. We are just interested in identifying. DGG 02:19, 4 January 2007 (UTC)
Whom are you addressing and what are you actually arguing for? It is clear that a category "German printers in xyz" would be an anomaly in a list otherwise ordered by region. If we set that precedence, we would be obliged to go all the way and remodel for example also printing in America as "Spanish printers in America", since there wasn't then neither a state of Mexico, nor Argentine nor Peru. Nor were there India, Turkey and many other states. Either we expect from the readers some transmission logic or this article will fail due to being overstilized by its editors. Regards Gun Powder Ma 15:35, 5 January 2007 (UTC)
Why on earth would we be "obliged" to do this? There are many other anomalies in the list - Belgium (modern), Scotland (historical)- but these are not confusing in the same way as Germany. The current list includes many places (Prague, Brno, Trento) that have never been within any generally-accepted geographical concept of Germany (apart from you-know-what), and others that were not then in Germany, are not now in Germany, but were in Germany for periods in between. You have not seriously addressed my solution that you have reverted and you are the only person who has objected to it in the three weeks since I proposed it here. I will therefore put it back - please do not start edit-warring over it. Johnbod 16:57, 5 January 2007 (UTC)
"Obliged" in order to keep it consistent. Since you did not address any of my numerous objections in any meaningful way, I fail to see how you went ahead with editing the article nonetheless. The argument that over the last three weels nobody objected to your proposal hardly counts considering that some people actually away from the Internet over Christmas and New Year...Gun Powder Ma 02:51, 6 January 2007 (UTC)
I have described above how the current version is inconsistent in many ways, & also manages to find the worst of all possible solutions re "Germany". You choose not to deal with my arguments at all, but to leave blatently incorrect content under what is supposed to be the modern definition of Germany. I am patient. Johnbod 02:58, 6 January 2007 (UTC)
And you have continually failed to describe why your version should be less inconsistent, when you pick out one "anomaly" and leave all the others in peace. By which criteria anyway? So far your 'solution' is a classical case of 'out of the frying pan into the fire' and I don not like the double standard involved. Actually, you know what, we are not far from one another. I propose to make one category "HRE" and several subcategories like "Germany", "Austria" if you like, "Bohemia", "Belgium", "Holland", "Switzerland", perhaps also (northern) "Italy". Gun Powder Ma 03:14, 6 January 2007 (UTC)
I suppose that would be an improvement on the current situation, although the Netherlands would also need to be included, and some places (Wroclaw I think, the Czech ones, maybe others) would still be a problem, as not in the HRE then, nor of course now. You would also be mixing German & Dutch language printing, which would be a pity - plus it would destroy the simple chronological aspect of the current "Germany" category. It still seems clearly less satisfactory than my solution & I don't understand why you prefer it. I think it's time to let some others comment on the two suggestions. Johnbod 03:23, 6 January 2007 (UTC)
stranded comments re languageEdit
Language would be a separate and different list--consider Italy,where there was the first printing for Italian, I think Greek, and certainly Hebrew. (as for Lisbon, I need to check).DGG 01:18, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
First printing in Hebrew is not currently listed, and should be. Do you have the info? Can go in the comments box, like music Johnbod 17:07, 16 December 2006 (UTC)
I have several conflicting sources. I'll need to check.DGG 03:34, 17 December 2006 (UTC)
as for how to arrange itEdit
there just is no one way. a straightforward one by dates is also useful. But let s get this one finished by city and by language, & then several arrangements can be done. This list is long, but not all that long compared to others. There is a guideline for names of cities, at WP:PLACESDGG 06:50, 22 December 2006 (UTC)
Why don't we just open up a new article, this time by the criteria 'language'? Gun Powder Ma 23:37, 23 December 2006 (UTC)
that would not solve the remaining issues on this one, and we all agree we don't know enough about what languages all these printers actually used. Do you fancy researching this? Johnbod 23:43, 23 December 2006 (UTC)
What I know is that there are several articles at WP concerning the List of tallest buildings and structures in the world#See also, each according to its own criteria. Perhaps we should just leave the idea of making a list according to the right and definite criteria, and instead give room to different ways of representing the spread of printing. This would also be in the spirit of WP. Gun Powder Ma 23:56, 23 December 2006 (UTC)
History of the book contains a list of first printed books, mostly by language. Man vyi 09:30, 26 December 2006 (UTC)
TurkeyEdit
The article states that: "Due to religious qualms, Sultan Bayezid II. prohibited printing in Arabic script in the Ottoman empire in 1483 on death penalty, but underground printing was done by Jews as well as the Greek and Armenian communities".
In fact, the Jewish ans Christian printers were not operating in "underground". They were given permission to print, as long as they don't print Arabic script. (which at the time was also used for Turkish). —The preceding unsigned comment was added by 132.72.45.187 (talk) 16:20, 1 February 2007 (UTC).
Provide a source and then go agead with an edit. Regards Gun Powder Ma 16:56, 1 February 2007 (UTC)
I would like to see more information about this - for example how many books a population had, where they got them from, were they imported, how literate the population was, what variety of books they had access to.
http://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=1086446
Printing and Interest Restrictions in Islam & Christianity: An Economic Theory of Inhibitive Law Persistence
Jared Rubin California State University, Fullerton
Islamic Law and Law of the Muslim World Paper No. 08-10
Abstract: Until recently, many scholars attributed the divergence in Middle Eastern and Western European economic development to the "conservative nature" of Islam. This paper departs from such scholarship, suggesting that institutions supporting economically inhibitive laws are more likely to be self-enforcing in the Muslim world - providing an appearance of conservatism. A theoretical model inspired and substantiated by the history of interest and printing restrictions in Islam and Christianity suggests that this outcome emanates from the greater degree to which Islamic political authorities derive legitimacy from the dictates of religious authorities.
--82.12.11.142 (talk) 16:49, 10 May 2009 (UTC)
Should this page be called "Spread of printing" or "Spread of the printing press" ?Edit
I've moved the page back for now, but we need to reach some sort of resolution to this dispute. Hopefully we can do so in a discussion on this talk page. Obviously, since I made the move originally, I think that it should be called spread of the printing press. Let me outline my reasons:
Firstly, the word 'printing', as commonly used, would include (apart from the printing press) printing on cloth, woodblock printing, and photographic prints. This page clearly does not address those topics, it describes the spread of the printing press after it's invention in Germany.
Secondly, all 'Spread of ....' pages refer to the most ancient historical use of the term. For example, Spread of Christianity discusses the apostles, not the Catholic church or Protestanism. By this logic, spread of printing should address Middle Eastern and East Asian printing technologies.
Thirdly, if this page is called spread of printing, it's content should mirror the page History of printing, and in fact it may be superflous to and should be merged with that page.
Fourthly, to start a page called spread of printing with Germany 1439, would imply that printing did not exist before 1439, overlooking the thousand years of print culture that existed in East Asia before hand.
lk (talk) 07:58, 20 July 2008 (UTC)
Agree per above - plus (like Ma & most printy editors here) you forget printmaking, which started slightly before 1400 in Europe & was very widespread before JG got going. Move it back. Johnbod (talk) 12:04, 20 July 2008 (UTC)
I am the creator of the article and the contributor who added most contents to the article. First, I have to say it is less than perfect style to not consult the main contributor, in this case me, especially when the person(s) who change the article name did not contribute themselves to the article. Going around and changing article name is always a sure recipe for trouble. Even more, it is also ignores the WP concept of stressing competence which, naturally, lies with those who worked most at the topic. Gun Powder Ma (talk) 15:08, 22 July 2008 (UTC)
Article name: Spread of PrintingEdit
This article should be named "Spread of printing" as it has been now for over a year and accepted by most contributors who made additions to the article. The reason for keeping are:
First, The term printing press is reductive and simplistic. It excludes the number of other technologies and inventions by Gutenberg which allowed the printing (not printing press revolution) revolution to come into being. The Gutenberg entry says it:
Among the specific contributions to printing that are attributed to Gutenberg are the design of metal movable type, the invention of a process for making such type in quantity (mass production), the use of oil-based ink, and the use of a wooden printing press similar to the screw olive and wine presses of the period. His truly epochal invention was the combination of these elements into a practical system. So why should we here reduce GT printing to the printing press when in the article on the man himself the combination of all factors is stressed?
Second, the source on which the bulk of material (ca. 80%) rests, Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 4. Aufl., 1888–1890, Eintrag ‚Buchdruckerkunst (Ausbreitung der Erfindung)/ entry Art of printing (spread of the invention), explicitly uses the term "printing". Thus, to rename an article to printing press, although most of the material comes from a source which says printing, would be close to original research.
Thirdly, the article name "spread of printing" does actually not imply more that printing did not exist before 1439 or in the Far East, any more than the article name "spread of the steam engine" beginning with Newcomen and Watt would negate the prior inventions of Heron and Branca. Because in both cases, the real story, and the global impact started with the later instances, not the former, which anyway differed considerably in technological detail.
Fourthly, in 95% of the world printing started with the introduction of GB printing. Hence the global spread of printing started in 1439, hence the article should be named "spread of printing". And, moreover, as we all know all bulk printing today, including in East Asia, comes from Gutenberg printing.
Fifthly, the scientific term for the impact of Gutenberg printing is called the printing revolution, not the printing press revolution. Hence, by analogy, the article should be named "spread of printing", not the more OR-like term "spread of printing press".
Regards Gun Powder Ma (talk) 15:08, 22 July 2008 (UTC)
Remember WP:OWN! In fact the subject & lead definition of it have been contentious throughout the article's history, as this page & the article's edit summary amply demonstrate. All these arguments have been gone over many times before - I suggest you set up an RFC if you want to change the title now. One could easily do articles on the Spread of printmaking, Spread of block-printing, Spread of cloth-printing etc, so the steam engine argument hardly applies. I note your German reference uses "book printing" ("Buchdruckerkunst") in the title too! Johnbod (talk) 15:22, 22 July 2008 (UTC)
I do not agree that the article has been "contentious". The talk page shows you are almost referring to yourself alone there. If you feel like doing articles like you quoted above, feel free to go ahead. They are certainly a good idea! Although you did not bother to really address my arguments, I take up your suggestion and change the article name to "Spread of book printing". Gun Powder Ma (talk) 12:54, 25 July 2008 (UTC)
Certainly not my suggestion, as you well know, & misleading as block-printing printed many books for hundreds of years before JG. It should be returned to "printing press". Johnbod (talk) 13:06, 25 July 2008 (UTC)
Better than 'Spread of Printing', but once again, implies that books were not printed before JG and ignores east asian book culture of previous 1000 years. For me at least, 'spread of book printing' naturally calls up the earliest printed books from ancient China. Also, even in Europe, book printing started before Gutenberg's press. And, Gutenberg's press had a greater effect than just book printing, eg. leaflets, newspapers, advertisements. In fact, having read Benjamin Franklin's autobiography, it seemed that most of the business of a printer involved printing other than book printing.
Gunpowder, if I may speak frankly, why do you object to 'printing press'? I don't see that it denigrates JG's contribution in any way. No one argues that his invention was not significant. Also, printing press makes for a fine shorthand for the technologies associated with the printing technologies that he started. For example, one refers to the 'influence of television', actually meaning the effect of watching at home, pre-programmed studio shows transmitted through a radio network. This is not meant to denigrate television, it's just shorthand that people understand.
Dear lk, I am going to answer frankly. As you may know by now from my userpage I am mainly active in the history of technology, where one deals with questions of definitions all the time. There are a whole lot of inventions which began at one place earlier, but were discontinued, so that today another invention by someone else is actually the only archetype of all related technologies today. A very common phenomenon.
1. To illustrate my point: An article called "spread of the steam engine" beginning with James Watt and Thomas Newcomen would make perfect sense for me, even if it leaves out the much earlier steam apparatus of Giovanni Branca and Hero of Alexandria. Because, these inventions had very little impact, while the later sparked the industrial revolution. And the same is true for the Far eastern techniques whose local impact were, relatively speaking, a far cry from the printing revolution, which is judged by many commentators to be the most important technological development of the second millenium AD.
2. To reduce the spread of printing to the spread "...of the printing press" implies that today's printing owns anything to the older Far Eastern techniques. It does not, these techniques practically died out for bulk printing in the late 19th century. Spread of book printing is true for 95% of the world, and not wrong for the rest as these techniques were almost confined to China.
To cut a potential long discussion short, how about "Global spread of book printing"? This should meet all your reservations, since it both distinguishes sufficiently from A. other printing (block, cloth, etc.) and B. makes it clear that we are not concerned with separate local developments which have no impact at all on today's printing. Gun Powder Ma (talk) 13:25, 28 July 2008 (UTC)
I despair of having a reasonable discussion. The proposed title does not answer our complaints and seems to me like a way to weasel around the objections. Gunpowder, given your insistence that the history section of the Printing page start with the Phaistos Disc, a singular artifact who's meaning remains debated; how can you argue that a print tradition that served most of the world's population (East Asia, South Asia and the Middle East) for over 1000 years, printing new books to within living memory (mine anyway), and that preceded the gutenberg press by several hundred years, was a "local invention" with "very little impact", comparable with the steam apparatus of Hero of Alexandria. Given that woodblock printing in Europe preceded the gutenberg press by about 100 years, and that the first printed books were likely woodblock printed books, and that this technology was likely transmitted to Europe from East Asia via the Middle East, the very concept of the printed book likely owes much to the Eastern book printing tradition. It is ridiculous to draw an arbitrary line in the sand, and say that before this we owe nothing, and after this everything depends, everything can be traced back to this line. lk (talk) 07:05, 30 July 2008 (UTC)
I agree with the first, main, points, although not that European blockbooks preceded JG - scholarship now thinks they were later by 10 years or so. Woodblock textile printing was very familiar in Europe from well before JG, and came from Asia though. Johnbod (talk) 14:37, 4 August 2008 (UTC)
I am much more prefered to "Global spread of book printing press", provide if lk and Johnbod don't disagree on me. 116.15.95.30 (talk) 18:47, 4 August 2008 (UTC)
I think Book printing unfairly restricts the utility of the invention, as the printing press is used to print more than books. lk (talk) 05:54, 6 August 2008 (UTC)
The way I read the comments on this page, 4 editors including myself find printing to be inaccurate, and printing press a better description of the technology that this page is describing the spread of. Does anyone read the comments another way? lk (talk) 16:08, 6 August 2008 (UTC)
OK, it's been a week. Since no one has objected, I assume that my reading of things is correct. After all, silence implies consent (WP:CON). I'm moving the page back. lk (talk) 01:48, 14 August 2008 (UTC)
I am still missing a detailed and well-founded discussion of the points I made above. Does it ever come? What is wrong with "book printing"? Was its spread global or not? As consensus is hardly about counting votes (which was strange anyway), but about exchanging views and arguments, I would appreciate a clarification. Gun Powder Ma (talk) 04:02, 11 November 2008 (UTC)
What is wrong with "book printing" has been explained above. What is right with "printing press" is best expressed/quoted by yourself above: "His truly epochal invention was the combination of these elements into a practical system" - and the usual shorthand name for that "system" in English is "printing-press", which remember can also be the term for a whole printing business, not just its largest piece of equipment. Johnbod (talk) 04:12, 11 November 2008 (UTC)
It is a pars pro toto which is only understood by an informed minority, that is the problem. Actually, the whole system of Gutenberg went far beyond the press, which in itself was not even new nor original. In contrast, "book printing" is comprehensive and easily understood by those who do not know what a printing press is or how it works. Currently, the article is named "Global spread of the combustible motor", when it should be called "Global spread of the automobile". Gun Powder Ma (talk) 04:43, 11 November 2008 (UTC)
East AsiaEdit
A user asked WP:Japan to find references for the first appearance of the printing press in Japan. After a bit of net research, I came across the name "The Jesuit Mission Press in Japan", and from there to this site, with the yearmark: [1]. I added this into the article, but I'm not sure how to reference the year, nor if the page I linked to is sufficient as reference - it is a commercial site afterall. But the Valignano article does mention Jesuits spreading the printing press in Asia, so one could say with some certainty that the info is correct. TomorrowTime (talk) 07:27, 1 August 2008 (UTC)
More titling talkEdit
Could I suggest changing the "global" to "geographic". Global is an ambigious term at times, and can be defined as "worldwide" (everywhere in the world), across the globe, holistic, universal etc.. Changing to geographic will also allow alignment of a range of "Geographic spread of ..." articles that have not yet acheived global ("worldwide" spread)--ZayZayEM (talk) 00:59, 16 December 2008 (UTC)
Sounds good. Please go ahead. LK (talk) 08:36, 11 May 2009 (UTC)
Map is not OK. According to the map Austria and Slovenia till 1900 didnt have printing maschines. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Jarc5 (talk • contribs) 19:28, 29 March 2010 (UTC)
Unsourced additionsEdit
I removed - reluctantly - a number of unsourced, tagged statements. Not that I don't believe them to be factually correct, but without references or Wiki links it is impossible to verify their accuracy. Please provide your sources. :-)
AfricaEdit
Ferdinand Geldner's 1970 assertion, perpetuated by Man in "The Gutenberg Revolution" 2002) that printing occurred in Africa (an island off the west coast of Guinea) before 1501 (in fact 1494, but the title of this - if true- extremely important work and its author are not appended) is revolutionary and not yet accepted. ISTC makes no mention of it.This would add a whole new continent to the world of incunabula. 125.239.105.252 (talk) 04:07, 12 July 2011 (UTC)
Missing information in tableEdit
Hi Colleagues
I have a suggestion regarding a methodology for accessing much of the information missing in the first table. Under the heading Dates by Location, the first table (Germany, Austria etc) has many gaps for the first printer and also for some dates.
The British Library has been compiling for the last 30 years a catalogue of every known book printed before 1500 - as many of you know these are called 'incunabula'. They have about 28,000 entries and think they are almost complete. Using their database(Incunabula Short Title Catalogue - ISTC)accessed via: http://istc.bl.uk/search, I have identified most of the missing information. For example:
Strassburg Entry. Date: Change to 'Not after 1460' (from 'Before 1462'), Printer: Johann Mentelin Lubeck Entry. Date c.1474, Printer: Lucas Brandis Esslingen Entry. Printer: Conrad Fyner Laugingen Entry: The ISTC includes no works printed before 1500. Suggest omit as not important. Merseburg Entry. Date: 1473, Printer: Lucas Brandis, Comment: He seems tohave started two printeries - see Lubeck. Ulm Entry. Date: 1473, Printer: Johann Zainer
My procedure to obtain the above info was to use the Search facility in the ISTC by entering the City from the Wiki table, and when the list of printed works came up I then used the Sort function to sort by date. This gives the first work printed in the city as well as its date and printer.
Okay, that's my contribution (it's after 4am and I have other work to catch up on). If you approve the methodology, I'll leave it up to one of you regulars to locate the rest of the missing info and update the table.
One pet peeve while I'm at it. I don't think the entry for Mainz should include Peter Schoffer. Surely Johann Gutenberg deserves sole credit as the first printer (perhaps with Johann Fust's name in brackets as investor/financier). John Man in his book 'The Gutenberg Revolution' (Random House, 2010) makes it clear that Peter Schoffer was introduced to the printing business by his uncle (Fust) after the financing arrangements had been made. Schoffer later took over the printery when Fust successfully sued Gutenberg to recover his investment. Man shows that Gutenberg had been working for several years with a few trusted assistants perfecting his printing techniques before starting on his famous Bible with up to 20 assistants (presumably including Schoffer). I think the inventor of printing warrants a solo credit. That's my pitch - I'll leave it to you to consider changing the entry.
Best wishes Andy 58.165.107.43 (talk) 18:37, 14 August 2011 (UTC)
The printing press replaced the manuscript from a global point of viewEdit
This assertion is simply not true. Even in China block printing did not replace the manuscript which remained similarly important and cherished format (Chinese calligraphy). In Europe the block book was actually very little used: only a few hundred specimen are today known, compared to 500.000 extant books printed by the press from 1450-1500 alone. Moreover, block books only came, at least according to the WP article, only after the printing press, so they are in any case irrelevant. In the Muslim lands the manuscript was practically exclusive form of text production. Libraries only consisted of manuscripts and no printed matter at all. Printing was even forbidden by the Ottoman sultans once it spread from the Central Europe across the Med. In the other world regions (Americas, Sub-Saharan Africa, India, Australia) any form of printing was totally unknown (unless you count stamping as printing). The evidence could not be more clear: in most world regions the printing press replaced the manuscript as the dominant text format. Gun Powder Ma (talk) 09:13, 18 September 2012 (UTC)
I would agree mostly with these points, although their bearing on the sentence in question is not all that clear. Yes, manuscripts should be in there, but I fail to see why block printing should not also be. No-one except GPM is talking about block books, which were certainly a very limited phenomenon. I doubt it is actually correct to say that "Even in China block printing did not replace the manuscript which remained similarly important and cherished format (Chinese calligraphy)." "Manuscript" calligraphy was regarded as an artform sure, but everyday books were block-printed, although doing so involved more significant set-up costs than a Western printed book, and so was not economic for low print-runs. The contents of the Imperial Library, or those of collectors, can give a misleading impression, and should not be taken as typical - just as royalty in Europe continued to commission illuminated manuscript books for at least a century after printing had become more generally important. I will attempt a compromise version. Johnbod (talk) 15:04, 18 September 2012 (UTC)
In your version, I would remove the redundant "other printing technologies": The printing press displaced the manuscript and block printing. Gun Powder Ma (talk) 16:06, 18 September 2012 (UTC)
Yes, I didn't think there was much else, though a link to that article should maybe be worked in later. Johnbod (talk) 00:19, 19 September 2012 (UTC)
I agree with your wording. I would note though that the WP article notes that even in Europe, some block books pre-date the printing press. LK (talk) 00:28, 21 September 2012 (UTC)
Well, just: "Although many had believed that block books preceded Gutenberg's invention of movable type in the first part of the 1450s, it now is accepted that most of the surviving block books were printed in the 1460s or later, and that the earliest surviving one may date to about 1451." There is little certainty there. Johnbod (talk) 00:30, 21 September 2012 (UTC)
True enough, and we're also not sure when Gutenberg first started printing books on his press. However, block printing of cards and single prints in Europe certainly do pre-date the press. Anyway, this is all moot. Block book printing was an active vibrant industry in Asia, and was the main method of book printing [in Asia] until about the 19th century. LK (talk) 00:41, 21 September 2012 (UTC)
Strictly speaking, printing already started with the first fingerprints which prehistoric men left on the walls of Saharian caves 30.000 years ago. It depends on your definition. Gun Powder Ma (talk) 11:47, 21 September 2012 (UTC)
So, it's your considered opinion that block printed books are the cultural equivalent of cave paintings, and only books printed on a press are REAL printed books? LK (talk) 10:09, 24 September 2012 (UTC)
No, my remarks rather refer to the sinocentric equation of wood block printing as the only substantial form of printing done before Gutenberg printing. Gun Powder Ma (talk) 12:01, 24 September 2012 (UTC)
We all seem happy with the relevant article wording now, so I suggest we leave it at that. Johnbod (talk) 15:17, 24 September 2012 (UTC)
New ZealandEdit
William Colenso was not New Zealand's first printer. The Australian missionary Rev. William Yate printed in August 1830 a small Catechism "Ko te Katikihama III", of which two copies are known. This was printed at the Church Mission Press,Kerikeri,NZ,which is thus the country's first printing place. The earliest printing in the Maori language was "a korao no New Zealand; or, the New Zealander's first book...", G.Howe,Sydney, 1815. Source - "Books in Maori 1815-1900", comp. Phil Parkinson & Penny Griffith, Reed, 2004.125.239.109.62 (talk) 21:27, 15 January 2013 (UTC)
Locations in subtitles are not consistent. Sometime they refer to regions, sometimes to contemporary states and sometimes to modern states that did not even exist during this spread. I propose to follow consistency and to use contemporary states with notes about modern states.--Antidiskriminator (talk) 14:46, 24 December 2014 (UTC)
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Questionable quoteEdit
I am new at this, so sorry if I tread on anybody's toes. There is a quote "by 1500, 1000 printing presses were in operation throughout Western Europe and had produced 8 million books." It's attributed indirectly to .... "E. L. Eisenstein: "The Printing Revolution in Early Modern Europe", Cambridge, 1993 pp. 13–17," via "Angus Maddison: "Growth and Interaction in the World Economy: The Roots of Modernity", Washington 2005, p.17f." However, I can't find the quote in the Eisenstein book on Google Books. I am getting a paper copy, but perhaps someone who already has a copy could verify this? The error could be Maddison's. RicardoJuanCarlos 09:36, 25 October 2017 (UTC)
A dispute that the printing press was banned in the Ottoman EmpireEdit
https://www.dailysabah.com/feature/2015/06/08/myths-and-reality-about-the-printing-press-in-the-ottoman-empire --Menah the Great (talk) 16:43, 6 July 2019 (UTC)
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Bolton Nuts » BWFC » Bolton Wanderers Banter » Ken Anderson - update.
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781 Re: Ken Anderson - update. on Thu Jan 10 2019, 23:20
T.R.O.Y
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The fact even Sluffy hasn’t tried to defend this says it all. Who would possibly believe his typo ridden nonsense now?
I like to think that not all my stuff is typo ridden nonsense?
783 Re: Ken Anderson - update. on Fri Jan 11 2019, 02:19
So Ken admitted receiving a 525K consultancy fee but said it included a promotion bonus as though that justified it, which means the "financial expert" Tenbobsworth was chatting shit
He paid himself a promotion bonus, but did Parky and his team ever get theirs? I'll bet not.
[You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] wrote: So Ken admitted receiving a 525K consultancy fee but said it included a promotion bonus as though that justified it, which means the "financial expert" Tenbobsworth was chatting shit
It means nothing of the sort, you clearly didn't understand what he was explaining.
What Ten Bob was saying almost certainly happened to the money after he received it - ie to pay off Holdsworth.
He never once mentioned how the £525,000 was made up of.
It's abundantly clear you are anti-Anderson but you're clearly talking out of your backside on this occasion.
Nigelbwfc
Nicolas Anelka
Location : Bolton
It's rather unclear to me from this email as to exactly what he's saying.
You can read it in many different ways
1) the payment of consultancy fees was over a two year period and included promotion bonuses
2) That a payment was made, we don't know what for, or to who, but ncluded promotion bonuses.
It's speculation that some or all of it went to Dean Holdsworth
You're the last man standing that isn't Anti-Anderson Sluffy
[You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] wrote: You're the last man standing that isn't Anti-Anderson Sluffy
Not anti Anderson, but not for him either Think he needs to explain himself a bit more.
The problem I have is that Anderson's "explanations" all fly in the face of what everyone else who has dealings with him are saying. That and the tone and reckless lack of diplomacy of his wording.
I just struggle to see how everyone else is a wrong, especially as Anderson has already proved himself to be a liar with his own words.
There's no doubt the man is a compulsive liar, crook, unprofessional dickhead, but he's the only show in town, what would become of us if he got up one day and said "fuck it" where would that leave us? yes we all want him gone but at what price?
I'd no idea Ken used to be Eric and Ernie's agent!
Well Kieran Maguire Lecture in Football Finance at Liverpool university clearly is judging by his tweets and he has (I presume?) just tried to do a hatchet job on KA based on the last accounts which covered our season in the third tier two years ago, by publishing this -
This is my thoughts on it which I originally posted over on ww's.
For what it is worth my quick summing up of the piece is that Kieran Maguire as simply rehashed old news about our company accounts for the year we had in the third tier of football, two seasons ago - I don't see the point really?
For what it is worth there is certainly one factual inaccuracy he stated in his article that even a non Lecturer in Football Finances such as myself could see!
However he does include a number of points of interest (to me at least), the first being in respect of what the club was paying to Holdsworth in respect of just the interest HE was charging the club on the BluMarble deal HE set up on the clubs assets (remember the BM loan was to his Sports Shield BWFC company, which in turn he leant on to the club) -
"Bolton also paid £33,000 a week in 2016/17 in interest charges, partly due to an unusual arrangement with a company called Sports Shield BWFC Limited, controlled by Dean Holdsworth, which charged a Wonga-Tastic 24% interest per annum..."
That works out at an eye watering £1,716,000 to Holdsworth from the club and that's on top of him being paid the clubs highest wages as the clubs CEO (and people are bitching solely about KA's £525,000 he took in that season accounts?).
The next is this statement from Maguire -
"This is where Dean Holdsworth and Ken Anderson stepped in, although it seems the former was all fur coat and no knickers when it came to covering the day to day running costs, and the two fell out, resulting in Anderson obtaining majority control".
Clearly confirming what KA had been saying all along and hardly an equal partnership between the two on keeping the club running - particularly in view of the point above of Holdsworth taking around £2 million out of the club that year in interest charges and salary alone!
The next point I found of interest was this -
"Love them or hate them, player wages are a regular topic for discussion amongst fans and based on a rough and ready formula we estimate that Bolton’s first team squad would have been averaging £335,000 a year".
Just puts into context the job KA's had to turn the club around with no financial help from Holdsworth - remember DH should have brought £5 million NEW investment into the club - not take £5 million out of it via the BM loan. In effect KA has had to refund the £5 million for BM plus bridge the gap where DH's 'new' £5 million should have been - so in effect start from minus £10 million from where he should have been in attempting to turn the club around!!!
Next,
"Anderson was paid £525,000 for his services via Inner Circle Investments Limited, a company he set up in 2015 with an investment of £1 of shares. By having such an arrangement, it allows him to legitimately say that he is not being paid a salary by Wanderers".
This is merely confirmation of what I said yesterday that (weasel words or not) KA was not telling lies when he said he was not being paid a salary.
Finally and no doubt he really tried to nail this one,
"In addition, £125,000 was paid to another member of the Anderson family, which appears to Ken’s son Lee Anderson, via something called the Athos Group. A trawl of Company’s House reveals that Athos Group is a services company that seems to have no executive called Lee Anderson".
As I've said all along there is still no proof to the claim that nearly everybody makes that LH is being paid £125,000 each year in wages.
(Maybe he is but even someone who is clearly anti-Anderson as Maguire is can't prove it!).
As for him being anti-Anderson this is a tweet he's just made -
"A Bolton fan asked me if it’s deliberate that the first letter of each sentence of the #BWFC financial review spells ‘Ken Anderson has a small willy’. It’s just an amazing coincidence, I’ve never met Ken or measured his todger".
Hardly necessary or professional of him to tweet stuff like that to his 'audience' is it?
I went on to say in a follow up post this (slightly amended to put in context to what I've already said above).
...But before others jump on my case, look what Holdsworth was taking out of the club - something like four times as much as KA was - yet KA is seen as the bad guy in all of this?
If Holdsworth had put the £5 million from his own funds as he should have done and not stitched us up with BM and taking out of the club circa £2 million that season then maybe the money might have been there to pay the bills on time right from the start!
[You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] wrote: There's no doubt the man is a compulsive liar, crook, unprofessional dickhead, but he's the only show in town, what would become of us if he got up one day and said "fuck it" where would that leave us? yes we all want him gone but at what price?
Conversely, if he stays, he will have more opportunity to bleed the club dry and given that we're losing money hand over fist anyway the sooner it stops the better.
There's no money to be made in the Championship as the figures for all teams show year on year so any Championship owner has to either invest sufficient money to get promotion or stabilise the business so that it can operate within it's means and accept lower division status.
Anderson has neither the means to invest nor the nous to stabilise so either way he has to go if we are to survive, regardless of the pain of change.
terenceanne
Location : Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Not to beat a dead horse - but all this is because Big Eddie sold us to people who had no money.
I'm not sure what we expect at this stage. Ken might pocket a few bucks for himself but overall the club is skint and will lose more money this season. Only way to fix this is to unload the club at a bargain price and there are no signs of that happening at the moment.
On the field we can dodge relegation with a bit more gumption from PP. Remaining in the Champs obviously makes us more attractive to a buyer. To me that's the only goal for this season.
[You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] wrote: Conversely, if he stays, he will have more opportunity to bleed the club dry and given that we're losing money hand over fist anyway the sooner it stops the better.
Yes I get all that, but there's nobody wanting in, so as much as it pains us he's all we've got, and if he just upped and left we'd have no funding whatsoever, again it's painful having him here but I wonder what the alternative would bring.
Yes I get all that, but there's nobody wanting in, so as much as it pains us he's all we've got, and if he just upped and left we'd have no funding whatsoever, again it's painful having him here but I wonder what the alternative would bring?
You're not alone Martin - everybody is wondering what the alternative will bring. Unfortunately, nobody knows what the future holds so we'll just have to let in unfold.
Cajunboy
Location : Poulton-le- Fylde
It's a bit like Brexit!
[You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] wrote: I've read most of the plethora of articles about the current state of affairs but the one that stuck out was the joint statement issued by two Bolton Baronesses. Wondering why they stuck their oar in, but I suppose everyone has an opinion. Here it is...
On Monday evening, Mr Anderson posted a 1,580 word statement on the official Bolton Wanderers website, where he addressed a number of issues, including the failed transfer, Mr Dale's comments and the recent coverage he has received from [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.].
In response, two baronesses from Bolton have issued their own joint statement where they address the current ownership of the club.
Rt Hon Baroness Ann Taylor of Bolton and Baroness Trish Morris of Bolton released the statement on Tuesday afternoon. It reads: "Through decades of following Bolton Wanderers, with season tickets first at Burnden Park and throughout the years at our fantastic new stadium, we have seen many ups and downs in the club’s fortunes, both on and off the pitch. But the events of the last few weeks and months have, for the first time, moved us to speak publicly about our grave concern over the way Bolton Wanderers – our beloved football club – is being run. "We have spent months listening to empty promises from the Chairman and his excuses as to why wages and bonuses have not been paid on time. We have seen Marc Iles, the esteemed journalist from the Bolton News, having his credentials withdrawn after asking legitimate questions about the way the club is being run. And in the last few days we have heard reports of shameful behaviour in transfer dealings with other clubs. "We can no longer stand idly by and watch our club being treated like this. The staff deserve better, the players deserve better and most important the fans deserve better. Every football club deserves to be run by someone who sees themselves more of a custodian than a 'secured lender'. Bolton Wanderers belongs to the community and its loyal and devoted fans are embarrassed by the way it is being run and genuinely worried about what the future holds for our once proud football club.
"We grew up watching Bolton Wanderers, and we brought our children up watching Bolton Wanderers. We have cheered, cried, shouted, frozen for decades and we want our football club to survive to allow future generations of Wanderers fans to enjoy the ups and downs of following such a wonderful club. If things continue as they are, we are seriously worried that this may not be the case."
So there you have it. Marc Iles is an "esteemed journalist" apparently. I thought he was just a bloke trying to do his job.
Just for the record it as been brought to my attention that Baroness Trish Morris is the wife of Judge William Morris who is friends with non other than Terence Rigby the Chair of the ST, which are in turn great allies of that "esteemed journalist" Marc Iles.
I did think it was highly random for the two Baroness to get involved as they did (didn't anyone else think that too?) - and probably explains the high praise for Iles if they didn't actually pen the letter themselves but rather just put their names to it.
Water under the bridge now though.
Read the first letter of each paragraph
maconman
I fail to understand why you want to have a go at anyone or any organisation which is all critical of the way in which Anderson runs BWFC. What exactly is your problem now with the ST and Mac Iles?
Jesus Maconman you've opened the floodgates now, arm bands on everyone
[You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] wrote: Sluffy
Please don't start him off. I'd have to dust off my Captain Ahab stuff. He'll pursue them to the end.
I don't believe the ST which is a public body, is run in the way a public body should run, in my opinion - and I've stated that many a time. The fact the one year out of its three year existence so far it failed to even hold its mandatory AGM underlines that point.
As for Iles I've again stated often that it was completely unprofessional and prejudicial of him in his reporting in a fair and unbiased way by tweeting his personal negative views of the owner from his Twitter account. His boss Karl Holbrook interview on BBC Radio Manchester this week, where he stated that he had told Iles and Bonner to keep their 'emotions' to themselves, is evidence that he believes it to be highly unprofessional too.
Maybe if both the ST and Iles had been doing their jobs in a professional manner in which they were supposed to be doing in the first place I wouldn't have had anything critical to be saying of them.
Neither would have been very hard for them to do in the first place - would it!
Very concise for a change Sluffy
Dunkels King
[You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] wrote: Not to beat a dead horse - but all this is because Big Eddie sold us to people who had no money.
If we play attacking football like we did for second half against Walsall for the rest of the season we have a chance of staying up. As that won't happen, we are going down.
But your quite clear that BWFC is run in the way it should be. In breach of Company law by a failure to comply with its Articles. Strange that.
The arsehole we've got running the club has been caught talking crap again.He has criticised the Baronesses for not being season ticket holders when in fact they both are.
Trish Morris on twitter -Perhaps Mr Anderson should check his club records rather than rely on a "source" If he looked me up under the name of Mrs T Morris he would find my season ticket.I have been a Bolton Wanderers supporter much longer than I Have been a Baroness!
Ann Taylor on twitter - Ken is wrong again Been a season ticket at Burnden for years and every year since we moved to the Reebok, including this season.
I'll tell you what's stranger, that KA's been here for all but three years, everybody and his dog is claiming he's done this, that and the other yet all the regulatory bodies in the country including the EFL (to which the ST is a frequent caller to), the judiciary with all these 'can't fail to nail him this time' Wind Up petitions and the police serious fraud squad (because he's definitely been robing the club and everyone else blind!) have not yet laid a single glove on him?
He's there in plain sight, he's a known crook so most seem to believe, and he sticks his head up above the parapet and gives it back to those who think they have the better of him.
If you truly believe he's done something massively wrong by being the sole Director in a private limited company he own's over 94% of then do something about it and stop bleating on to me about how 'what a bad man' he is.
Here's the link to Company House - have you brought it up with them - or maybe you have already and politely told you to go away perhaps?
If KA is as bad as everyone thinks, then why is every legislative with power to do something about it, not done something about it yet?
Do people really believe his best mate at the EFL turns a blind eye to things rather than apply the organisations rules and regs? Is he really too 'slippery' even for the courts and HMRC to pot him? Are the police powerless to arrest him for all these apparent frauds he's been doing?
I've said before I work on the old fashion principle - which was established long before social media was invented - that someone is innocent before they are proved guilty. Unfortunately we now seem to live in Twitterland these days where people definitely think he's guilty because 'No Ken Do' is currently trending, and everybody else is tweeting he is!
Here's the link for you -
Put up or shut up mate.
Following our Emirates FA Cup victory against Walsall last weekend we return to league action tomorrow when we make the trip to Bristol City.
Having scored five goals in the second-half of that cup victory, confidence levels will be high going into the game at Ashton Gate and I’m certain the players will put in a performance that will get us a positive result.
It was pleasing to see Josh Magennis get a hat-trick and also for Clayton Donaldson to get off the mark, so I’m sure they will be champing at the bit to get back out onto the field.
We’ll be backed by a strong travelling support and I’d like to wish you all a safe journey to Bristol as you cheer on the lads.
We are hoping to confirm that Gary O’Neil has signed a new deal with the club and are just waiting on some paperwork. He’s currently injured so wouldn’t have been involved to play against his former club tomorrow. We’ll confirm this via the usual channels as soon as we get the green light.
Unfortunately, both Joe Williams and Yanic Wildschut are set for a spell on the sidelines with injuries but they will be in the good hands of our medical team and hopefully will be back in action sooner rather than later.
The date for our Fourth Round tie against The Robins has been confirmed today and it will take place on Friday 25 January and kick off at 7:45pm.
While the league game at the University of Bolton Stadium against Reading, which was scheduled for the Saturday, will now kick off on Tuesday 29 January at 8pm. Tickets for this game are £15 for adults and £10 for concessions and can be purchased by clicking here.
I’ve noted that some fans groups have organised a protest for our game against West Brom on Monday 21 January. While I’m pleased that they have changed their minds not to walk out of the game on the 58th minute I also don’t feel it is a good idea for them to hold their protest march before the game kicks off. I don’t think that this benefits anyone and can only bring negative publicity to the club.
It certainly won’t make me rush into selling the club if that’s the real intention of the march. I have always made my position absolutely clear insofar as that if and when a new investor came forward that I would be a willing seller if that would enable the club to have better financial resources and prospects going forward.
It’s also been brought to my attention that club legend John McGinlay will be leading this march which I find very disappointing. I have never spoken with John and he has never made any attempt to contact or speak with me to air his views, which I am sure would have offered him plenty of reassurance.
Along with the Baronesses, who made their views known in the media, a ‘source’ has confirmed to me that none of them are current season ticket holders and have not been so for a number of years now!
I really do hope that those who are planning and taking part in the proposed march think again and that the game can go ahead without any distractions for the players.
I also wanted to take this opportunity to clear up a point which was incorrectly reported in the media that claimed Aaron Wilbraham hadn’t been paid a bonus due to him following the end of last season. I would like to place on record that there are no outstanding monies owed to Aaron.
Finally, you may be aware of the reports in the media which mentioned the winding up petition against Bolton Whites Hotel. I would like to confirm that this matter has now been settled.
I look forward to seeing you all back at the University of Bolton Stadium for our next Sky Bet Championship fixture against West Brom.
RustyNail
I hate to say it, as he talks bollocks generally, but Sluffy has made some decent points in his post before last.
I also agree about the baronesses. Did seem very random to me.
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What does that mean? He doesn't have a motive?
Murder at 1600 (1997)
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#surprise
#rude
#sigh
What does that mean? He doesn't have a phone?
Seinfeld (1993) - S07E06 The Soup Nazi
I mean, why does he do that? Doesn't he know what a turnoff that is?
And Justice for All (1979)
She doesn't have a motive.
Hawaii Five-0 (2010) - S01E12 Crime
He's a facilitator? What does that mean?
Madam Secretary (2014) - S03E16 Swept Away
But he does have pretty powerful motivation
A Serious Man (2009)
Zathura: A Space Adventure
A Few Good Men (1992)
What does that mean?!
Fear of a Black Hat (1994)
Orville (2017) S01E03 About a Girl
Seinfeld (1989) - S06E14 Highlights of a Hundred (1)
The Office (2005) - S03E10 A Benihana Christmas (Part 1)
Riverdale (2017) - S02E18 Chapter Thirty-One: A Night to Remember
A Series of Unfortunate Events (2017) - S02E07 Episode #2.7
Haters Back Off (2016) - S01E06 Becuming a Magichin
Jon Benjamin Has a Van (2011) - S01E10 Smoking
- What does that mean?
Blast from the Past (1999)
- Um, he might have. - What does that mean?
Married with Children (1987) - S03E22 Family
doesn't mean that what Al does doesn't count.
That doesn't mean anything. What does that mean?
- ..and doesn't realise what he does have. - He should at least realise that you have Oz.
-What does that mean? -He wants a hit.
- What does that mean? - A racehorse he bet on once.
Captain Ron (1992)
- No, he is a psycho. - Well, what does that mean?
Scrubs (2001) - S04E23 Drama
- He doesn't have one. - Exactly. But what does he have?
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Lucky Americans
The Modern World, Part One: Global History from 1760 to 1910
Université de Virginie
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This is a survey of modern history from a global perspective. Part One begins with the political and economic revolutions of the late 1700s and tracks the transformation of the world during the 1800s. Part One concludes as these bewildering changes seem to be running beyond the capacity of older institutions to handle them. Throughout the course we try to grasp what is happening and ask: Why? And the answers often turn on very human choices.
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This is a terrific course, amazing prevention,\n\nbut it does lack reading material that Virginia's full online course has,\n\nit would be nice to have a deeper engamente with the subjects.
The professor is very knowledgeable and engaging. It is fascinating to hear every word he says. I like the way he analyses WHY this or that happened and what we could learn from an event.
Revolutionary Wars (1800-1830)
Lucky Americans21:43
Napoleonic Wars13:01
The End of Spanish America17:32
New Republics and Empires in the Americas8:44
The Tipping Point-India13:46
The World of 183012:35
Philip Zelikow
White Burkett Miller Professor of History
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Hi, welcome back. Make yourself comfortable.
So, last week, we talked a lot about the democratic revolutions.
This week, we're going to spend some time on a period of revolutionary wars.
Now the standard way of writing about this would
be to talk about the Napoleonic wars in Europe.
And, we'll do some of that
But, my argument to you is that the most important
implication of these wars for world history
are not the battles going back and forth in Europe.
The most important aspect of this period for world history is what
these wars meant for the fate of North America, South America, and India.
Now see these wars as the convergence of the big
three trends we did last time and the week before:
think of them as the convergence of Commercial
Revolution, Military Revolution, democratic revolutions,
all coming together now in a tumultuous struggle that originates in Europe
but has these rippling implications for the fate
of a lot of the rest of the world.
Where I want to start is, let's talk about what happens in North America
because the pivotal episode for North America occurs relatively early on,
really actually centered
around the years 1802 and 1803. Alright.
Let's set the scene for what's happening here.
Time period: late 1790s. Early 1790s, you've
got the initial war of the monarchies against the brand new French Republic.
That's the early 1790s. That war, sometimes
called the War of the First Coalition,
subsides by the middle of the 1790s. Both sides regroup.
War resumes in the second half of the 1790s, continuing to about 1801.
So that period, let's say, 1796 to 1801,
that's sometimes called the War of the Second Coalition.
This is a period in which there's a lot of thinking going on as
to how to expand the theaters of war.
And a lot of that thinking was centered on the Americas.
Let's just take a look at the situation in the
Americas and the different ambitions that various empires had there.
So here is a snapshot of the way
the Western Hemisphere looked in the year 1800.
see that the Spanish possessions, which are marked in purple, are enormous.
One important point is coming out of the Peace of 1763.
The Spanish domain had really expanded in North America.
So that the Spanish have added Florida, here, and they've
added what was French Louisiana, covering this territory out here.
To what had been the Vice Royalty of New Spain.
You see the Portuguese possession, Brazil.
This area at the southern cone of South America is basically unoccupied.
And then the different colonies of the
British and the Spanish in the West Indies,
with the French holding their prized possession, Saint Domingue.
But Saint Domingue is convulsed by a slave revolt
that has overthrown the original French slaveholding aristocracy there
and is depriving revolutionary France of the riches of what
had been the richest colony in the entire Western Hemisphere.
But the big geopolitical fact to keep in mind, in the late 1790s,
is that Spain was seen as weak by the British Empire and the
French Empire, alike.
It was seen as weak partly, simply because of misrule in Spain.
Spain had actually had relatively strong leadership
and had done well in the Americas
in the 1760s, 1770s, and 1780s.
But by the 1790s, the Spanish monarchy had come under the rule of
Charles IV who was, well, idiot might be too strong a word.
incompetent would not be too strong.
So the Spanish government increasingly is dominated by this man,
Manuel Godoy. This is Godoy: that's spelled G-O-D-O-Y.
Godoy made his way to court as an attractive young guardsman.
He became the lover of the queen
and the favorite adviser of the king, who may or may not have understood that
Godoy was very much his queen's favorite.
But the king allowed Godoy to influence his actions, as well.
This painting kind of captures the somewhat indolent figure of Godoy.
He's portrayed, of course, in his resplendent finery,
but Goya has captured a little bit of the spirit
of the man as it was perceived by his contemporaries.
So the British and French are eyeing a
situation where the Spanish monarchy has lost its vigor.
It's being steered by a minister whom these
empires regard with a good deal of contempt.
And they see this as an area of opportunity for them.
The first empire to make their really big
moves in the Western Hemisphere are actually the British.
The British, who were back at war again with Spain,
which had fought France
earlier in the 1790s and then made peace with France
and was their ally in this war of the Second Coalition.
The British choose to try to seize rich Saint Domingue
using their great colony in Jamaica as their base for their attack here.
The British also seize upon unrest by the rich trading port of Buenos Aires
to try to implant another foothold in
the Western Hemisphere, landing troops there, as well.
Both of these very costly expeditions by
the British end up resulting in complete failure.
They have to withdraw their troops from Saint Domingue, yielding
the field to the former slaves who now dominate the place.
And they also have to withdraw their troops and
even surrender a garrison eventually, ignominiously,
in Buenos Aires, against the now-aroused populace,
which was increasingly disgusted with Spanish rule but
wasn't very fond of taking on British rule instead.
Now I�m going into these British failures a
little bit because that's going to be really important,
in that the British, frustrated by their failures in the
Western Hemisphere, are going to shift their gaze more east,
to India.
That's going to become a very important decision.
But what I want to focus on right now is the
way the French start thinking about this part of the world.
All right, let's start with Bonaparte's plan in the
late 1790s and the turn of the new century.
Just take a moment and think about the world in
the way Bonaparte might have perceived it around say 1799, 1800, along
with his chief foreign policy adviser, a man named Talleyrand.
He looks around.
What does he value?
He would like France to have a powerful, wealthy overseas empire.
He sees the advantages the British are gaining from that.
You do the reality judgments and action judgments.
What's the situation?
Where can France hope to gain an overseas empire?
Bonaparte himself had just led an invasion of Egypt in 1798.
That fails by 1799, a failure from which Bonaparte himself barely escaped.
So he's made a big effort to try to create a Mediterranean Empire.
It's just failed.
France had had a possible position in India,
but that's pretty well lost by the late 1790s.
What France had had,
and which Bonaparte and Talleyrand and other Frenchman really remember,
is they used to have a great empire in North America.
They feel keenly the loss of Canada, the loss of Louisiana,
the loss of the opportunities there,
and the loss of their foothold in the rich colony of Saint Domingue.
they develop a plan as to how to we recover
our former empire in the West Indies and North America.
That's the plan he's developing.
It's really an extraordinary plan that he and his advisers put together.
First element,
he needs to settle with his European enemies and get some peace.
Peace with Austria, peace with Britain. Why?
Because if you have peace, the Atlantic
Ocean can be used safely by French vessels.
Because you're going to need to cross the Atlantic with a lot of
vessels to carry the forces you're going to need to carry out this plan.
He had just had a problem with the British navy
interfering with his Egyptian expedition.
Peace with Britain means the Atlantic Ocean is a clear field.
he has to cut a secret deal with Spain
in which Spain agrees to return Louisiana back to France.
But, it has to be done secretly,
so this can be unveiled at just the
right moment, without completely alarming all the people
who might try to oppose this deal.
And Bonaparte has to assemble a gigantic expeditionary force.
Tens of thousands of soldiers carried by hundreds of
ships that can be sent on a voyage of reconquest.
Reconquest of Saint Domingue and an occupation of Louisiana and
the key port of New Orleans. When you see the ingredients of this plan,
the ambition of how Bonaparte hoped to consolidate a new overseas
empire for the French Republic that he is recreating in his image.
So let's see how Bonaparte's plan played out,
especially in the pivotal year for it:
Around 1800-1801, Bonaparte actually makes his move.
One, he was going to get peace.
He's got peace.
1801-1802, he's beaten his European enemies.
He gets a peace with both Austria and Britain.
Two, he signs the secret deal with the Spanish, basically trading Louisiana,
going to go back to France, in exchange of
giving the Spanish king some land he wants in Italy.
We all have these wonderful images of - wouldn't it be nice
if we had beautiful land in Tuscany that was all our own?
The Spanish king very much wants to have some great property
in Tuscany, and he's willing to trade Louisiana for property in Tuscany,
which happens at that time to be under French domination.
So, he cuts the deal with the Spanish to get Louisiana
to revert back to French rule. He unveils this move;
at the same time, he is now assembling his
expeditionary force, as well, to cross the Atlantic Ocean.
When he unveils this move, probably no country
is more shocked and alarmed by this news than the United States of America.
Let me explain why.
The essential thing to understand about the
geography of this period is that any significant
shipment of goods has to occur by water.
There's no railroads, no highways, so if you
have goods you want to ship, surplus from your farms,
and you want it to run downstream, it's gotta follow this line.
So if you're one of these new settlers in this area here and this area here,
which very soon is going to be incorporated
as the state called Kentucky,
you ship your goods on this river valley, which then has to go out this way
and then your goods come out and go back around here to the East Coast
where they can be sold, buying manufactured goods that maybe can be
shipped over land to hop the short distance across the Appalachians to
begin the circuit again.
You sell your agricultural goods downstream to get a few things
that might come back over the very tough overland slog
to get you to the headwaters of the Ohio River Valley.
If you just follow that basic schematic diagram for a
little while, you will understand, as all the wealthier people did
living along this valley, that whoever holds this place right
here holds the key to the entire settlement of this part of the continent.
Advancing this forward in the year 1800, now you see
how the population has thickened along that Ohio River Valley area.
Some people crossing the Appalachians, which
by the way joins another river system
that begins to run into this watershed,
instead of back east towards the Atlantic Ocean.
Once you cross the Appalachian Mountains, you�re in a watershed in
which the control of New Orleans is the key to future prosperity.
New Orleans had been under Spanish control, and there
are big debates about how to handle that problem.
The Spanish had had a relatively generous policy
in letting the Americans ship their goods out.
But as soon as it's announced that the most powerful country
in Europe, the best armed country in
Europe, is now going to control New Orleans
and is readying an army to march
to America...Napoleon Bonaparte will control this chokepoint
armed with the strongest army that will arrive in the entire new world.
From the point of view from the new United States, France will control the destiny
of their future expansion once his plan succeeds.
The Americans, of course, could be frantic about what
to do about this. Militarily, they are effectively helpless.
They don't have anything like an army that could hope to compete
with even the French expeditionary force that Bonaparte can spare to send.
And indeed, it's not the United States of America that frustrates Bonaparte's plan.
Bonaparte's plan fails because
of the freed slaves in Saint-Domingue,
the place that the freed slaves will eventually call the country of Haiti.
This is a book actually published in 1802,
explaining to the French the background of the turmoil in Saint Domingue.
You see the illustration in the frontispiece.
It's the illustration of the leader of the freed
blacks: their great general, the George Washington of Haitian independence,
Toussaint Louverture.
Napoleon hopes to win Toussaint over through trickery.
He promises that they're going to make a deal that
will bring Toussaint into the French Republic and welcome them.
Toussaint arrives for peace talks.
He's betrayed.
He's captured and taken as a prisoner back to
France, where he will die in a French dungeon.
Then, Napoleon springs
his next trap on the freed slaves. He announces that he's going to restore
slavery to the French colonies; he plans to restore the old colonial system.
And the freed slaves go mad with anger and do everything
they can to destroy the French army as soon as it arrives:
a force of tens of thousands of soldiers, led by Napoleon's
own brother-in-law, his favorite young general,
Leclerc, married to his sister Pauline.
Here are a couple of illustrations of the incredibly intense fighting that goes on.
One of the ironies in this painting, which
was executed in late 1800s by a Polish painter,
is these are actually Polish soldiers fighting in the French army
because they were sympathetic
to the French revolutionary cause and its promises of the liberation of Poland.
So, here Polish soldiers find themselves part of a
French expeditionary force fighting in Saint Domingue against freed slaves,
whom you can see they were armed with firearms, they're using spears,
every weapon to hand in brutal battle.
You see one of the slaves, former slave soldiers holding up the severed
head of one of the Polish soldiers,
as the Poles were leading another charge with the ocean in the background.
Or if you want a contrasting image of this fight for black freedom in Saint Domingue,
this is a painting executed in the 1930s by a painter more sympathetic
to the cause of Haitian freedom. More of a modernist style.
The bottom line is this: the French are defeated.
Partly through the frenzied efforts of the
former slaves trying to retain their freedom,
partly by the depredations of Yellow
Fever, which kills Leclerc, Napoleon's brother-in-law,
and causes Napoleon to sink into a feeling of despair and
frustration about the whole future of his adventure in the Western Hemisphere.
Napoleon then makes an
absolutely critical series of decisions in early 1803.
Does he redouble his effort in the Western Hemisphere, move on to Louisiana?
Or does he simply abandon the whole enterprise
of building a new empire in North America
and go back to war in Europe and try to build his empire there?
That will mean, of course, resumed war with Britain.
It means the Atlantic Ocean is closed off to easy French movements.
So, you're giving up on the New World.
Actually, there's a big argument about this inside the French leadership,
and most of Napoleon's advisers thought he should persist with the
Western Hemisphere ambitions and not go back to war in Europe.
But Napoleon makes his call.
The British have been antagonizing him anyway,
and a lot of the British leaders would
actually like to go back to war with France.
And the bottom line is, in early
1803, Napoleon decides to choose Europe.
Choose the path of renewed war with Britain there
and give up on his dreams in the New World.
That then leads to a decision that
Americans think of as the Louisiana Purchase.
Summarized simply, the Louisiana Purchase is
that Napoleon Bonaparte sells Louisiana to the Americans.
But just think about that for a second.
Why would he sell Louisiana to the United States of America?
Why not sell it back to the Spanish who had just turned it over to him?
Bottom line is actually the negotiations with Spain, that secret deal,
trading land in Italy for Louisiana, had kind of gotten bogged down in
acrimonious arguments over details. Plus, Napoleon held Godoy in contempt.
He kind of, he had kind of gotten to the point where the
last thing that he was going to do was to do Godoy a favor.
And he'd rather sell it to the Americans than give it back to the Spanish.
Besides, selling it to the Americans, the Americans will just
be troublesome for the British and troublesome for the Spanish.
And that doesn't bother him a bit.
So the Americans are the
fortunate beneficiaries of these geopolitical calculations.
The consequences, of course, are just enormous for the United States.
One way of seeing the impact of the
Louisiana Purchase on the future of the United States
is just to look at what happens to American population after the purchase.
So, this is population distribution in 1800.
If you study this map, this is 1800, and I�m keeping in the
modern state borders and the modern cities so that you can orient yourself,
keeping in my line of the Ohio and Mississippi Valley.
Okay, let's take out the modern state features, let's take out the cities,
just so that you can concentrate and
notice the way the population distribution is changing.
So here we are in 1800, before the Louisiana Purchase.
With New Orleans securely in the hands of the United States and the valley secure,
look at what happens to the population
Distribution as you go to 1810,1820,1830.
America is moving west. Instead of
being a country whose orientation had always been looking this way,
feeling itself on the borderlands of the Atlantic,
oriented as an Atlantic world country, really now it's swinging,
so that a large part of the country is looking towards its continental future.
Very much the direction in which Thomas Jefferson,
its president at the time, hoped to point it.
It's hard to overestimate the significance of this as
a pivot point for the whole future of North America.
And the future of North America is obviously
pretty important for the course of world history.
So, let's stop there and now let's go back to
Europe and see what did happen in those Napoleonic Wars there,
before we swing out to the wider global canvas again.
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Start-to-Finish Problem Solvers at AIA Expo 2018
Labor. Education. Performance. Lead times. We hear about the challenges facing the glass industry—and the construction industry at large—all the time. Along with them, we've heard of the numerous product developments, training initiatives and workplace efficiencies many in our industry have pushed as a response to these challenges.
During the 2018 AIA Expo last week in New York City, glass industry exhibitors looked to address those challenges through new, multi-faceted product innovations and developments. While in past AIA shows, exhibitors presented numerous solutions that met aesthetic demands and performance, this year was different. Companies raised the bar, showing solutions that met the needs of architects, while facing the challenges of the glass industry head on.
The conversation was not only about products, nor was it only about architects—even at an architecture show. Here are just a few examples of how industry companies are considering product development and industry education from start to finish.
YKK AP America is rethinking details of its products, down to mullion symmetry and system tooling, to "find methods and means to address labor concerns, beyond logistics," says Oliver Stepe, president. The company is working to capitalize on the middle market by helping smaller, less technologically advanced companies work through labor challenges with more easily understood products that still meet aesthetic and performance demands. "We can't look at product design in a monolithic plane anymore," says Stepe.
At Vitro Architectural Glass, Rob Struble, brand and communications manager, explained how the company is investing heavily in oversized glass production, with its seventh coater online in Wichita Falls, Texas, which produces 130-by-240-inch coated glass sheets. But, it goes beyond big glass. To ensure an informed customer base, Vitro says, "Bigger is Only the Beginning." Projects that spec oversized glass have many other factors to consider beyond wall-to-wall or floor-to-floor glass. "We are educating the architect that there's a lot more to it than bigger IG—it's heavier, more difficult to transport and install. Bigger is more than possible, but we want them to understand the tradeoffs up front through education."
Product End-use
Technoform Glass Insulation is pushing the industry to "Spec the Edge" first before considering the center of glass, which has been the norm when considering high-performance glass products. "With a high-performing window frame and edge of glass, buildings can achieve the same performance with less advanced glass," says Helen Sanders, strategic business development. Sanders says the flow of heat is like the flow of water: it will find the path of least resistance through the edge, no matter how high-performing the center of glass is. "We must chip away at the issue of only considering energy return on investment," says Sanders. "We need to change the conversation beyond energy and into building comfort, thermal comfort. Downstream, this sells more space and costs come down."
See much more from the glass and glazing industry in our show product video, @GlassMag on Twitter and @glassmagazinenga on Instagram. Or, browse the show product gallery below.
Bethany Stough is managing editor of Glass Magazine. Contact her at bstough@glass.org.
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HBO’s ‘Euphoria’ Is 100% Worth The Watch — That Is, If You Can Stomach The Authenticity
I didn’t know if Zendaya had it in her, but she absolutely and undoubtedly made me a believer.
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I have to admit I was skeptical about Zendaya playing a drug-addicted teenager in HBO’s latest series Euphoria, but one episode in and she’s already got me hooked. No pun intended.
We’re used to seeing Zendaya play safer roles (like Michelle in the Spider-Man film series) and even when I think back to the actress’ slight badassery on The OA, it didn’t exactly set the precedent for a role as difficult and complex as Euphoria’s Rue Bennett.
ALSO READ: Happy Birthday, Nori! North West’s Cutest Moments
The show is so deep, in fact, Zendaya issued a warning to anyone who might be thinking about tuning in.
“It’s a raw and honest portrayal of addiction, anxiety, and the difficulties of navigating life today. There are scenes that are graphic, hard to watch and can be triggering. Please only watch if you feel you can handle it. Do what’s best for you. I will still love you and feel your support,” Zendaya told her Instagram followers.
I second that motion.
Like Zen said, Euphoria kicks off as a completely unfiltered look at how young people are navigating life while dealing with the stress of mental illness, technology, addiction, and sexuality. If you can’t handle an authentic take on what life is really like for young people today, we suggest you put this one on your ‘To Watch’ list until you feel you can.
From where I’m watching, however, this is definitely the young superstar’s most impactful on-screen moment yet.
Yo Euphoria wasted nooo time getting dark…. looks like @Zendaya bout to body this character tho…this one is gonna be a doozy pic.twitter.com/wzYsohBuJD
— JustJess (@jaylibrascales) June 18, 2019
Tune in every Sunday at 10 p.m. on HBO and let us know your thoughts.
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Hot Springs Gardner Magnet School » News » What's New » After School With Mid-America Science Museum
Release Provided by Mid America Science Museum:
Hot Springs, AR. (Oct. 30, 2018) – A new after school care program at Mid-America Science Museum, entitled Science After School, is being planned in collaboration with the Hot Springs School District. To launch this project, a pilot program will be conducted beginning on January 7, 2019 and will be offered Monday through Friday from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm until the end of the school year. At this time, Science After School will only be available for a maximum of 107 students living in the Hot Springs School District and who are in Kindergarten through 6th grade.
Download registration forms, here.
At the completion of the pilot, adjustments will be made to the program based on lessons learned and then Science After School will be made available to all students in the Hot Springs area for the 2019/2020 academic year.
This pilot program will be the first of its kind in the state of Arkansas and is licensed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services. “The licensing process that the museum undertook prepared our educators for the launch of this new program and we’re anticipating full enrollment for the first year,” said Jeremy Mackey, Education Director at Mid-America Science Museum.
“We are excited to be offering after school science learning opportunities for local students and we are privileged to offer a safe and comfortable environment for child care that is affordable and needed by families in Hot Springs. We are proud to be partnering with the Hot Springs School District and look forward to serving families in this new way,” said Diane LaFollette, Executive Director at Mid-America Science Museum.
There is a $30 application fee for registration. The form and the fee must be received at the museum by Monday, December 10th, 2018 for a child to be registered. There is a $10 late registration fee for applications that are submitted after the deadline. Download registration forms, here.
“Science After School at Mid-America is an afternoon program unlike anything else offered in the state, and it is taking place right here in Garland County. Our students are so fortunate to have this creative enrichment opportunity, and will undoubtedly benefit from this non-traditional approach to science-based learning,” says Hot Springs School District Superintendent Dr. Stephanie Nehus.
For more information, Hot Springs School District parents may contact the museum or attend an Open House at the museum on Monday, November 12th at 5:30 pm.
For more information about Science After School and to register please visit midamericamuseum.org call 501-767-3461 or email us at info@midamericamuseum.org.
See full release and program details on the Mid America Science Museum website, here.
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Lovecraftian MagicDrew W. July 08, 2018 Petraritual, purity, languageComment
The Sea of Death
I’ve been seeing a lot of posts lately on Occult Facebook that revolve around the ‘I have yet to start my practice, I have a lot to learn’ theme. These are almost always juxtapositioned against the ‘If you don’t practice everyday you aren’t a magician’ type of posts.
If there is any true power in the Lovecraftian Magical Aesthetic is that it recognizes the implements of pen and book as part of the magician’s everyday practice. This is slightly different than the ‘I have a lot to learn’ camp as it doesn’t exactly mean sitting down, instagramming a stack of occult books, declaring you need to ‘go through them,’ reading about twelve pages each, repeat process (if this sounds specific, its because I’ve done it). It means going through those books critically and making notes, filling in your own grimoire with experiments and theory. This isn’t just one of the primary methods of engaging with magical material in a Lovecraftian sense, it is also why we even have the classical grimoires to begin with, because there was a tradition of transcription, of study, of armchairing the literal Hell out of magical experiments and writing down what works. The pen and book are core to magical practice. Even illiterate witches and cunning men held on to grimoires as objects of power.
Experience is nothing without theory just as theory is nothing without experience.
This will be the last week that I will be working-out-loud with Sarah Higley’s work on Hildegard of Bingen’s trafficking in word and language as mystical practice. It needs to be returned to the wonderful library that lent it to me tomorrow.
In concluding my notes on the second chapter of her thesis, we pick up on her discussion surrounding the angelic languages. The author states that:
“angelic languages [have] properties that natural languages do not, being better able to communicate directly with the soul… vocables… chosen for their beauty and ease of articulation… were meant to suggest a language of the angels with the emphasis on liquids, open syllables, and front consonants that are the marks… of a language superior to [the] vernacular…”
If the above holds true, than what of this quote from ‘The Dunwich Horror’:
“N’fai, n’gha’ghaa, bugg-shoggog, y’hah; Yog-Sothoth, Yog-Sothoth…“
There seems here to be the opposite of an angelic language, the consonant clusters, the glottal stops… although there are some similarities, like the iterations of the vowel ‘a’ for an ending. At once related and adverse to angelic languages, the language of the Necronomicon has the same elements of a voice with cosmic origins, but one that creates a sonic environment meant to repel or confuse the human recipient.
From there we move into the third chapter of Higley’s work, where she begins comparing Hildegard’s Lingua Ignota to the wider ecosystem of invented language through timedepth. I’ll let her set the scene:
“Hildegard lived in a fertile time and she dwelled in an especially fertile area of Germany, near the borders of present-day France, in a part of the Rhine that had enjoyed a rich Celtic influence… the building of the first great Gothic cathedrals, and the developing notion of self, individuality, and spiritual growth… The twelfth century was also undergoing an epistemological metamorphosis whereby the notion of God’s unchanging creation was under scrutiny… a new philosophy emerged toward the end of the century that was willing to entertain the possibility that nature’s structures could indeed undergo natural or even artificial metamorphosis… Hildegard… is a kind of chimaera… she is a vehicle of various charismas or spiritual gifts that put her at odds with her original calling as an anchoress… Her charismas led her out of the cell to found other abbeys, and put her in touch with secular authorities… it may have seemed to Hildegard… that if nature can change or be changed, if base metals can be made into gold, could not [the nuns in her charge] anticipate their glory in heaven and language be made green again…”
According to Higley, our saint lived in a time of transformation, where God’s perfection was in question and with that, the notion that we could improve ourselves flowed closely behind. Saint Hildegard questioned and declared herself the counsel of ecclesiastical authority figures, she is the Saint of Speaking Truth To Power. Hildegard, through her language invention, is performing a spiritual alchemy, or rather, was keeping within the alchemical aesthetics as they were understood in her time. She not only spoke truth to power, she brought mysticism and magic into the light of day:
“distortions of language — especially distortions of Scriptural language — may have been regarded with… alarm, especially as they appeared in spells considered pagan. Hildegard’s greatest strength, then, lay in her lack of secrecy. The Lingua, and all of Hildegard’s writings, exposed rather than hid her ideas.”
To exist magically adjacent to Hildegard of Bingen is to bathe in the light of a saint that reveals your belief and practice of magic to the world. Practicing Out Loud, palam usu magicae, is what the use of the Lingua Ignota symbolizes. She is the Saint of the Magically Outed.
At this point, Higley’s thesis takes a very interesting and enriching turn, as she turns her lens towards actual magic and the use of language in these practices. From the text:
“charms are [often] intriguingly ambiguous in calling upon both pre-Christian magic and Christian religion, but they also offer insights into primitive language creation that exhibit some of the features of glossographia and even glossolalia (the repetition is noticeable). Latin, Greek, and Hebrew were hieratical languages known only to the cognoscenti, and therefore imbued with magic or curative powers for the layman. The unintelligibility of charms was a powerful ingredient of their success as potions, divorcing language from everyday meaning and thus increasing the sufferer’s faith in them.”
What the author is saying here is an admission that the mixing of Latin and Greek and Hebrew with invented names is part of what makes spells potent. This poly-xeno-glossia is a revelation of some of the DNA of how magic is, and likely always has been, performed by humans. Polyglossia is also mixed with, as has been mentioned in previous posts, with encryption. Higley name-drops Trithemius on this point:
“In [the Steganographia] Trithemius purportedly found a way to transmit occult messages through the agency of spirits. The messenger writes an innocuous message on a piece of paper or ‘cover letter,’ over which he presumably ‘thinks’ his message; then he invokes a spirit such as Padiel by uttering the following:
‘Padiel aporsy mesarpon ommeuas peludyn malpreaxo. Condusen, vlearo thersephi bayl merphon, paroys gebuly mailthomyon ilthear tamarson acrimy lon peatha Casmy Chertiel, medony reabdo, lasonti iaciel mal arsi bulomeon abry pathulmon theoma pahtormyn.’
The spirit takes the message to the recipient who utters a similar incantation: instantly he can deduce the true meaning of the sender’s letter.
These [types of] spells are a far cry from what Hildegard was doing with her borrowings from German, Latin, and Greek… Nonetheless, we are back to the chimaera: whereas the invented words in the antiphon bespeak a mystical use of language, the taxonomy seems decidedly nonmystical.”
Hildegard strengthened the mystical properties of the Lingua Ignota through creating a linguistic chimaera. The act of cataloging the invented words increase their power, perhaps, enhance their reification, making them ‘more real.’ The same act is done through using spells with barbarous names and mixed languages in one’s praxis and then transcribing the experiments in a grimoire employing spirit lists (taxonomies) and incantations (antiphons). These are the same ‘chimaeric’ acts as Hildegard employed. Hildegard is the Saint of the Grimoirist.
It is at this point that Higley introduces what I find to be a very useful concept, that of cataphasis:
“Hildegard’s visionary knowledge is of explaining and writing. She heard a voice tell her to rise above her timidity and ignorance, and ‘speak and write what she saw and heard’ in her visions: ‘Explain them such that the hearer, hearing the words of his instructor, manifests them in those words, following that very will, revelation, and instruction.’… Her descriptions are followed by her interpretations. This is not a woman who has little faith in the clarifying qualities of language, sound, and vision. Her penchant runs toward explication and cataphaticism [(cata) ‘language’ (phasis): ‘in mystical discourse’], and so does her Lingua with its translations…”
Often it is said that the language of the grimoires, the experiments, the rigor of practice, is conveyed via a spirit that is summoned. Until reading ‘Hildegard of Bingen’s Unknown Language,’ I had made the assumption that this was a type of automatic writing or a physically manifested spirit dictating to the magician (or her scryer) the new knowledge. My conceptualization has changed. I believe now that it is just as likely that daemonic revelatory knowledge can be derived at through working with the text, think Burroughs and his Cut-Ups, think Gysin, these cat’s were on the same line as, if we are to believe Hagley’s arguments, the authors of the gnostic gospels:
“The Acts of Philip… is believed to have been generated circa AD 500, and it has many recensions in Greek, Latin, Coptic, Ethiopian, Syriac, and Arabic… Throughout its versions, we find a number of passages exhibiting a psuedo-Hebrew, which the authors write and translate in several places:
Philip conjures Jesus in a mysterious language — ‘Zavarthan, savathavat, vramanoukh, come quickly!’…
Philip’s sister Miriamne speaks to the wife of the Proconsul who is healed by her faith: ‘Alikaman, ikasame, marmari, iachaman, mastranan, achaman,’ which is translated as ‘O daughter of the father, my lady, who wast given as a pledge to the serpent; Christ has come to thee…’ [In the] Syraic version of [a speech from Miriamne]… ‘When she came to the door of the house, Marianne began to speak to her in the Syriac language: Elikomai kasma hitaa mariakha khamastrai kalimakhaa…’ Further on, Philip curses his tormentors… ‘Abalo, arimouni, douthael, tharseleen, nachaoth, aeidounaph, teleteloein, which is (after many invocations descriptive of God), let the deep open and swallow these men.”
Is this not what Lovecraft is doing with his quotes from the Necronomicon as well? Sometimes we only receive the English translations from the text but at other times we are offered the unknown language of the Necronomicon followed by a translation as we see above in the Acts of Philip. Lovecraft gave his Necronomicon the same shape as the gnostic gospels, fragmented and cataphatic. We find further vector’s into the main subject of our research when Higley once again begins to pull on the work of Johaness Trithemius:
“In the later Middle Ages Hildegard became associated with prophecy and divination, and so it is no wonder that [Johanness] Trithemius, with his interest in magic characters and conjuration, took an interest in her… [In the] Steganographia] Trithemius gives the names of chief spirits and their symbols boldly copied out, but contains within itself a cipher — the original purpose of a steganography (‘covered writing’). The passage summoning the spirit Padiel, then, is an elaborate encryption. Instead of naming a spirit to convey a message magically, the initial word gives a clue to its interpreter, who then highlights every other letter of every other word — one finds the Latin phrase *primus apex* (‘the first point’) in the sentence headed by ‘Padiel’… This book, so feared as a grimoire, was finally printed posthumously in 1606 and throughout the seventeenth century, but was banned by the Catholic Church in 1609…”
This type of encryption is spoken of in Lovecraft’s tales. Often the protagonist has to decrypt fragments of writing in order to come to their true meaning. While this is painted by Lovecraft (or at least seen as such through a modern lens) as a materialist engagement with esoterica, it is in fact a description of one of the oldest magical acts. Encryption and decryption were pioneered by magicians.
What are the implications of this in the twenty-first century? Here’s a question, what happens when we set an AI to the task of what is essentially a magical act as old as writing itself?
Along with the Lingua Ignota, Hildegard also invented her own orthography to go along with it. In Higley’s words:
“[Hildegard’s] letters [the ignotae litterae] are most likely her own invention… certain shapes are popular in simple invented alphabets… What makes her alphabet so ahead of her time, though, is that it is not until centuries later that we find a proliferation of esoteric alphabets published with their Roman equivalences… The curious resemblance of Hildegard’s first three letters to those of ‘Theban Writing’ attributed by Agrippas to Honorius of Thebes and showing some influence by Aramaic script, is striking, especially since in this alphabet Roman characters — ‘a,’ ‘b,’ ‘c’ — like that in Hildegard’s, are written from left to right with their Theban characters, quite unlike the other alphabets Agrippa records that are written right to left with the name of the Hebrew letter: aleph, bet, gimel.”
The way this researcher views it, Hildegard is also the Saint of the Esoteric Alphabet, as hers is the earliest (and possibly first) extant example. In this way she is the divine mother of Austin Spare’s Alphabet of Desire, of Chaos Magic sigils, of Burroughs, of what came after.
Here Higley transitions directly into a discussion of what came after, namely language inventions that arose between the Fifteenth and Nineteenth centuries. One of the best and most influential examples, and one dear to my own literary heart, is that of the satirist Thomas More:
“[Thomas More’s Utopia], published in the original Latin in 1516… [contains] perhaps the first secular and fictional glossopoeia — that is, an invented language (or a portion of a language) [Utopian] with a coherent structure accompanying an imaginary culture that has served as a model for subsequent ‘voyage’ and ‘science fiction’ fantasies and their imaginary languages… besides Hildegard’s Lingua it is one of the earliest glossopoeic productions; it shows More’s… delight in invention… it is one of the first attempts at a grammatical structure such that its parts could be translated into coherent sentences…”
and as I have pointed out before but Higley does in a much more coherent way, is the nature of the work Utopia (and by extension the very wrong way the non-word ‘dystopia’ is used):
“Often misunderstood today as ‘good place,’ the original… meaning of utopia is ‘no place,’ which has furnished early scholars of language invention with the popular term uglossia, ‘no language,’ a language that either cannot be a language by virtue of its isolation and artificiality, a language that has a utopian philosophy in mind, a language that has no place within an outsider’s comprehension of it, or a language that can claim no place even within the speaker’s sense of speaking. Significantly, Hildegard’s own term for her language is ignota [unknown].”
From Utopia we move into the Land of Enoch. Again from the text:
“John Dee… fascinated by secret scripts and languages… collected in his vast library the works of Trithemius, Cornelius Agrippa, and the Voarchadumia contra alchimian of Joannes Antonius Pantheus, which claimed to have discovered the language of Enoch. With the help of his scryer, Dee produced perhaps the most famous invented language of his era, apart from the mysterious Voynich Manuscript… Having consulted Kabbalistic texts, he believed that the angels could… reveal the sacred letters that provided the material elements of Nature… Stephen Skinner, author of the preface to the revised edition of… Laycock’s The Complete Enochian Dictionary, warns us that
‘the Enochian system is… one of the more complex bridges ever built between this world and the world of daemons, spirits, and angels, a piece of spiritual engineering created by one of the most brilliant minds of his age. As such it deserves to be traversed with care…’
[Dee’s] reputation was tarnished in a way that Hildegard’s was not; at her death the Inquisition examined her works, including her Unknown Language and Letters, and found in them proof of her orthodoxy and godliness… Hildegard wrote during a time of intellectual challenge and change, and within the supportive structure of the Church… Dee wrote during a time of tremendous religious turmoil… I prefer to see [language] inventions as extraordinary acts of imagination wherein a revealed world that offers alterity to this one has a foreign language. It is part of the mythopoeic process, so popular in human creation and divination.”
Invented languages are an expression of our imaginal self, of interiority. Viewed through this lens, Lovecraft’s fiction, more than most, is a deeply animist expression, an animist hypersigil that has spread interiority throughout the world, expanding the imaginal selves of all it touches. I love the phrasing of the Skinner quote that Higley offers, a complex bridge, an engineered solution. Magic isn’t a gut feel, or at least, it isn’t just a gut feel. It is the application of long hours of research and planning. Or at least, the best most sustainable magic has those qualities. Before shifting into our examination of Lovecraft, I’ll leave you with one parting quote from Higley:
“For the medievals, language invention was largely divine, demonic, or comic, and many of their examples were copied manually from lost exemplars. For the Renaissance magi, secrecy, magic, and code were the games that were played, accompanied by the new books made available by printing. The bizarre instruments Dee used — the charts, the scrying stone, the backward writing — heavily influenced not only his conception of what he was doing, but its reception by others…”
Secrecy, magic, and code — these are the pillars of Lovecraftian Magic.
Our tale this week is ‘The Nameless City.’
The premise of which is a nameless narrator who strikes out on his own into the desert in order to find a city of rumor and myth that exists in the sands of Arabia. We pick up the tale as the searcher finally stumbles upon his goal, a place that no other living human had ever seen, the others held at bay by the power of rumor and fear:
“When I drew nigh the Nameless City I knew it was accursed. I was traveling in a parched and terrible valley under the moon, and afar I saw it protruding uncannily above the sands… Fear spoke from the age-worn stones of this hoary survivor of the deluge…”
This marks Lovecraft’s mythos as a predecessor (but not precluded from) those that arose after the flood, the flood that every culture and religion, both living and dead has mythic memory of. Upon laying eyes on the city, our searcher, a scholar, cites a phrase quite famous in our modern day Lovecraftian reality:
“It was of this place that Abdul Alhazred the mad poet dreamed on the night before he sang his unexplainable couplet:
‘That is not dead which can eternal lie,
I’ve mentioned before how much this research journey has unveiled for me about the nature of Lovecraft and his work. This bit of prose is a revelation to me because I have always assumed (and although I can’t quote them here, know others have put this thought in my head) that the couplet of Abdul Alhazred is about Cthulhu and his submerged city of R’lyeh, but here it is, in black and white, that the couplet was in fact inspired by a dream of a city lost in the desert, and not in the sea. A city that existed in a place that remained dry during the flood that took Laurasia, that consumed Atlantis and the rest of the known world in its waves.
Our author then picks up the vein of inquiry we have been engaged in for the past three weeks:
“I heard a moaning and saw a storm of sand stirring among the antique stones… Then suddenly above the desert’s far rim came the blazing edge of the sun, seen through the tiny sandstorm which was passing away, and in my fevered state I fancied that from some remote depth there came a crash of musical metal to hail the fiery disc as Memnon hails it from the banks of the Nile.”
It should be clear now how the mention of music and magic here is timely in my own practice, as my study of the Greek Magical Papyri via the Rune Soup Premium Member course has just taken us through that turn, the place of music and song and moaning and sighs when speaking the barbarous names. Memnon is known as the ‘Son of Dawn,’ and as such could be a metaphor for magical timing, the first hour of the day being the most potent time to invoke celestial spirits. Our narrator continues wrapt in wonder at the Nameless City’s origin in timedepth:
“I saw that the city had been might indeed, and wondered at the sources of its greatness. To myself I pictured all the splendors of an age so distant that Chaldea could not recall it, and though of Sarnath the Doomed, that stood in the land of Mnar when mankind was young, and of Ib, that was carven of grey stone before mankind existed.”
Which trigger another learning moment for me, for I had assumed that Sarnath (and I state as much) was not a city of Earth but of the Dreamlands.
Throughout The Nameless City, Lovecraft places wonder and fear in opposition of each other, as if they were poles on a sliding scale:
“I was more afraid than I could explain, but not enough to dull my thirst for wonder… I crossed into the dark chamber from which it had come. This temple… was larger than either of those I had visited before… On the walls and roof I beheld for the first time some traces of the pictorial art of the ancient race… and on two of the altars I saw… a maze of… curvilinear carvings. As I held my torch aloft it seemed to me that the shape of the roof was too regular to be natural, and I wondered what the prehistoric cutters of stone had first worked upon. Their engineering skill must have been vast.”
This popular thought experiment, attempting to fit a modern (read: flawed) perception of the engineering and scientific skills of the ancient, brings to ‘Nameless City’ a distinct ‘ancient aliens’ feel to it. It also brings to mind a question when wrestling with Lovecraft’s fiction in a non-esoteric (but nonetheless relevant) frame - when Lovecraft speaks of Ancient Aliens, does that place his fiction in the genre of Science Fiction or Fantasy?
The element of Air and indeed, of Aerial Spirits, is strong in the tale of The Nameless City. Our explorer, sliding back and forth between fear and wonder, finds himself at another one of Lovecraft’s barriers, another door, except this one, long abandoned by the world of humans, has been left open.
“Then a brighter flare of the… flame shewed me… the opening to those remoter abysses whence the sudden wind had blown… it was a small and plainly *artificial* door chiseled in the solid rock. I thrust my torch within, beholding… a rough flight of… steeply descending steps [which] I shall always see… in my dreams… I hesitated only a moment before advancing… to climb… down the steep passage… I lost track of the hours… In the darkness there flashed before my mind fragments of my cherished treasury of daemonic lore; sentences from Alhazred the mad Arab, paragraphs from the apocryphal nightmares of Damascius, and infamous lines from the delirious Image du Monde of Gauthier de Metz. I repeated queer extracts, and muttered of Afrasiab and the daemons that floated with him down the Oxus; later chanting over and over again a phrase from one of Lord Dunsany’s tales-
‘the unreverberate blackness of the abyss.’
Once when the descent grew amazingly steep I recited something in sing-song from Thomas Moore until I feared to recite more:
‘A reservoir of darkness, black
As witches’ cauldrons are, when fill’d
With moon-drugs in th’ eclipse distill’d.
Leaning to look if foot might pass
Down thro’ that chasm, I saw, beneath,
As far as vision could explore,
The jetty sides as smooth as glass,
Looking as if just varnish’d o’er
With that dark pitch the Sea of Death
Throws out upon its slimy shore.”
Lovecraft uses this trope, the litany of literature, often, and most every time is introduces me to something new and strange. Such as the William Caxton translation of The Mirror of the World (which can be found digitally reproduced here by the World Digital Library). Where was Lovecraft exposed to Caxton? The closest extant copy I could find today is in the University of Cambridge. It was likely mentioned in his astronomy journals, as that is one of the foci of this epic ‘encyclopedic poem.’
Further, I’d like to point out the codification of this scene in modern horror. I have just recently picked up the graphic novel version of The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman from the library this week and as I read through it, found something very familiar in these panels:
Our searcher, upon finding the floor of his descent, is confronted by a silent but terrible codification:
“Time had quite ceased to exist when my feet felt again a level floor… there came a gradual glow ahead, and all at once I knew that I saw the dim outlines of [a] corridor and [wooden] cases… This hall was no relic… like the temples in the city above, but a monument of the most magnificent… art… The cases were of a… golden wood, with fronts of… glass, and contained the mummified forms of creatures… of the reptile kind, with body lines suggesting the crocodile, sometimes the seal… in size they approximated a small man, and their fore legs bore… flexible feet… like human hands and fingers. But strangest all were their heads… I thought of comparisons as varied as the cat, the bulldog, the mythic Satyr… the horns and the noselessness an alligator-like jaw placed the things outside of all established categories… The creatures, I said to myself, were to the men of the nameless city what the she-wold was to Rome, or some totem-beast is to a tribe of Indians.”
The anthropormanteaus in this scene remind me immediately of the decans or other manifestations of spirit-forms in the grimoires and the Greek Magical Papyri. Lovecraft’s deep education and anchoring in pagan Rome shows again in this sentence. It also shows a more than passing familiarity with American Indian tribes too. Note that he is relating the spiritual and cultural practices, particularly the cosmogony, of Indian Tribes with that of his beloved Rome. The context of this sentence is saying that the mythic pagan origins of Rome, of Indian tribes that trace their origins to spirit and heroes in animal form, and his own conceptualization of ancient aliens are all on the same level. Ancient aliens and the she-wolf mother of Romulus and Remus are as animist in Lovecraftian Magic as the loon and bear are to the Ojibwe. He continues, connecting these thoughts to Laurasia:
“Holding this view, I thought I could trace roughly a wonderful epic of the namelss city; the tale of a might sea-coast metropolis that ruled the world before Africa rose out of the waves, and of its struggles as the sea shrank away and the desert crept into the fertile valley that held it… The civilization, which included a written alphabet, had seemingly risen to a higher order than those immeasurably later civilizations of Egypt and Chaldaea, yet there were curious omissions… no pictures to represent deaths of funeral customs… It was as though an ideal of earthly immortality had been fostered as a cheering illusion.”
Even in this slightest mention, we have a glimmer of Lovecraft’s glossopoeia, marking him (Like Austin Spare and Burroughs) as the esoteric and mystical kin of Saint Hildegard. Think on it, without Saint Hildegard’s work on her Lingua Ignota, there would be no Dee, there would be no Agrippa, there would be no Lovecraft. From her pen a fount of magic flooded the world.
And then our archetype is finally confronted by those crepuscular arial spirit forms mentioned in the beginning of the tale, having stumbled upon their final resting place:
“[I] was aware of a great gate through which came all of the illuminating phosphoresence… what lay beyond… was only an illimitable void of uniform radiance… an infinity of subterranean effulgence… in another moment… I received a still greater shock in the form of a… deep, low moaning… Its volume rapidly grew… and at the same time I became conscious of an increasing draught of cold air… I instantly recalled the sudden gusts which had risen around the mouth of the abyss each sunset and sunrise… I looked at my watch and saw that sunrise was near… More and more madly poured the… moaning night-wind into that gulf of inner earth… I… screamed frantically near the last — I was almost mad… Finally reason must have wholly snapped, for I fell to babbling over and over that unexplainable couplet of the mad Arab Alhazred, who dreamed of the nameless city:
And with strange aeons even death may die…’
And as the wind died away I was plunged into the ghoul-peopled blackness of earth’s bowels; for behind the last of the creatures the great brazen door clanged shut with a deafening peal of metallic music whose reverberations swelled out to the distant world to hail the rising sun as Memnon hails it from the banks of the Nile.”
Lovecraft’s work is potent when considered as just fiction. It is even more powerful, however, when considered as a magical aesthetic. The reason for this is due to the depth of his mythopoesis and glossopoesis. We see in The Nameless City a kernel of the cosmogony that builds on itself throughout his ouevre, and we also are given rare secrets to the writing and nature of the Necronomicon itself — inspired by this nameless city that exists before man’s rise (and into his dominance), before the Deluge, but after his Age of Chaos. In the endless Sea of Death that is the desert of the mind, Lovecraft is endlessly greening language and thought, his perennial magic breathing life into the lifeless, haunting the words of storytellers and magicians for a century now and continuing to evolve into the future.
Our tarot card match for The Nameless City is that most potent of Trumps, Justice.
The card offered itself up to me in the Reversed form, displaying the keyword, Le Legiste, or the ‘Jurist.’ Jurist is an older word than Justice. Stemming from the Old Latin ‘ious,’ which is literally translated into the phrase ‘sacred formula’ and is unique to Latin, having its origins in the many religious cults of the time. It stems from the PIE root *yewes- and expands from that point into the Latin ‘iurare,’ or ‘to pronounce a ritual formula, and the Avestan (known better as Zend [the language of the Zoroastrian scriptures]) term ‘yaoz-da,’ or ‘to make ritually pure.’ When we look below the surface of language, as Saint Hildegard and Lovecraft would have us do, we find that the Justice archetype is not as closely associated with our modern conceptions of the separation of Church and State as we thought. It is a wholly religious word, moreover, it is a word associated with religious order. Compare this to the word ‘Decan,’ recalling the anthroportmanteau’s from the tale. Decan is a variation of ‘dean,’ an ecclesiastical title stemming form the Late Latin ‘decanus,’ or the head of a group of ten monks in a monastery. This religious title maps well against *yewes- and its expansions into ritual formulas and purity. The Proto-Indo-European root of decan is *dekm-, meaning ‘ten,’ but when expanded back out maps to, among other terms, the word ‘Pentecost.’ Bringing us full circle.
The Nameless City and its subterranean temple, which is (due to the duplicate mentions of Memnos) probably the chthonic residence of the god Helios, by its description, is defined by the warm wooden cabinets and ornamental glass that display the now ritually pure anthroportmanteu ancient alien race entombed in the earth beneath it. The sterility of the desert, as Hildegard would have viewed it, means that our archetype is a warning to those that might traffic with daemons, that fasting and purity is of the utmost importance. The searcher, who is also nameless, and his litany of quotes and songs from his memory of the dark literature he had studied, show us that the path through the arid Sea of Death to ritual purity, to the Nameless City, is in fact paved with the pages of books.
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Release Date for Consoles: Tuesday, October 28th
By Bob Dylan, October 5, 2014 in Costume Quest 2
Original post: I see this is coming out this Tuesday on Steam. What about consoles? My son and I are planning on playing this on the ol' PS4 come Halloween. Certainly it will release before then, right?
Just saw that this comes out this coming Tuesday on consoles and thought I'd update the thread. Here's the announcement link: http://blog.us.playstation.com/2014/10/24/costume-quest-2-out-1028-on-ps4-ps3/
Vectorferret
Lord of Action Posts
Last update was before Halloween, but the exact date wasn't known. Finishing touches I guess.
KestrelPi
Plus certification. I thinka lot of them are in cert right now, if not all of them,
Right. I always forget about just how long console certification can take.
Luckily I don't think it'll hold things up too much. The people in charge of the PSN/Xbox etc stores will probably realise that sales of this game are time-sensitive, and they will want a piece of that, too.
OANST
Damn it. I assumed this was going to be on the 360 tomorrow. Oh, well, just a little longer.
nmalinoski
Dear DF,
Please release this game early. In about an hour would be lovely.
Spiritgreen
Double Action Newbie
I need my Wii U version ASAP.
Wishing you a smooth launch, Double Fine team!
AlfredJ
A Pile of Kittens
Really looking forward to this. Got a parking ticket this morning, so bashing some monsters tonight will be awesome.
kevin mask
Dr. Action Poster, Esq.
anybody knows for certain when it's due out for 360? is it really coming out on the very 31st?
Wondering the same.
KevBell
Super Action Fan
Hope the Wii U version is here by Oct 31
Oh, is really confirmed for Wii U? I don't know how I missed that.
Huge Pooch
It will be out for Xbox One, correct?
Assuming CQ2 will be out on Xbox One, does anyone know how many players can go co-op? My son is having his birthday party on Halloween with 3 friends so they can game all night. A 4-player co-op would be perfect!
DF Bert
Five Sexy Robots
Yes, it's for PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Wii U, Xbox 360, and Xbox One but I don't have a release date yet. It'll still be single player on consoles.
I wonder why neither the CQ2 web site nor the double fine one mentioned the consoles release, or at least I haven't found anything about it
I imagine it will be added once they have a solid release date to announce.
normally they officially confirm all the platforms the game is going to be out for, and if they don't have a solid release date they just put a TBA after them, the way it appears now it seems as if they don't plan to release it for consoles, as if the consoles release is only a rumor...
They've announced over and over again that it'll be out on PS3, PS4, 360, XBox One and Wii U. They've said it'll be out by halloween. They've also said here and elsewhere that they'll be able to announce dates once they're through certification on all the platforms.
In fact, a DF staff member said those platforms in the post just above yours, earlier. How does it appear like the console releases are a rumour?
it appears that they should add logos on the website, not just chitty chatting on a forum, I don't come here often, I don't even know who the staff members are and how they really count in the games development
SickBoy
There are two specific things going on here, the way I see it:
- DF needs to get the word out more or in different ways (not necessarily a release date, but simple confirmation about what the game is coming out on and the fact that there *isn't* a release date yet), as current information sources and advertising that's at least effective enough to let people know about the game aren't getting the message across effectively.
- Those interested in the game itself aren't being as observant or resourceful/self-sufficient as they could be.
In my opinion, and like most things, it's a mix of both. DF can pretty easily adjust some of the bigger advertising/information issues out there (example: with some logos/confirmations in the spots most popular for informing people about the game), and we as an audience can pretty easily take the time to glance around a bit more, do some research, and really pay attention to what we *do* see.
If we can all agree to do that, and agree to communicate about potential issues/suggestions/questions with each other respectfully and without instigation or lazy ignorance, then I think there can be a lot of beneficial outcomes and relationships.
(there's a life lesson in there too)
Having just checked, Costume Quest 2 isn't even mentioned in the 'Games' tab on this very site. That tab also states Hack 'n' Slash as still being in alpha. Their bandcamp and iTunes are missing soundtracks for their newer games (ones that have OST on Steam) as well. They really do seem to be running on skeleton crew for the web, community and anything not absolutely critical. I think the rush for Broken Age before the end of the year has Tim / Justin too busy to look into a new community manager / web guy, as the absence of Remo is really being felt.
This, although there are only 18 days to halloween if you check both websites there's hardly some information about this sequel, let alone the platforms it's going to be on, not many people have time or knowledge to search on forums (provided that what it's written on forums is 100% true and not just speculations), adding logos on the main website and even a TBA if they're not sure themselves about the precise release date is way far more official and believable than just reading forums or rumors in third parties sites, that's me, and I've been a long time player and news hunter on the net and forums, probably getting oldish to spend too much time on forums and searching for hidden details
It hasn't only been announced on the forums, to be clear. In the very first press release for the game, it was announced for (unspecified) consoles and PC, as well as in the announcement trailer.
Later on they have confirmed platforms and things variously around the internet, as well as in these forums.
I'm not saying they couldn't have updated the website with platform information, but it's going a bit far to suggest the console releases seem like a 'rumour'
To be fair most gamers get their news from gaming/news hubs not from the developers' websites. It's pretty common knowledge there are console versions coming, only thing we need is a release date.
In Double Fine We Trust.
To be fair most gamers get their news from gaming/news hubs not from the developers' websites.
That is no excuse; a developer's website should be the foremost, canonical source for information on a game.
Agree, again, people don't go all out to find "possible confirmations" on forums, they just stick to the websites which is supposed to give out all the major details, on forums you just write comments or speculations after you got all the details aforementioned. Honestly I don't think it takes so long and efforts to add the console logos on the web site, as for the release date I'm pretty sure they already have a precise date, it'll be halloween in 18 days, unless they plan to release it on the next year (which is pointless in the case of CQ2) they must already know whether it's gonna be out a couple of days before the 31st or the very halloween day, so c'mon DF, don't be lazy, update the site and add all this info, you're going to benefit a lot more if you do since CQ is not that popular around gamers
We are aware that the pages have become out of date and hope to update them soon.
Greg Rice
Hey guys, all the console ports are just waiting to make it through cert. Once that happens we'll have a date! And yeah, we're working on a big overhaul on the game page, so the live one has fallen a bit behind. Working on an update there now though! As for the CQ2 site, that's Midnight City's and they have a new version ready to go live once we're ready to go live with the console stuff.
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Gold IRA GuideReviewing 2019’s Top Gold IRA Companies & Bullion DealersCoins Plus Review
Coins Plus Review
CoinsPlus, Inc. (http://www.coinsplus.com/) is a precious metals and rare coin dealer, broker, and depository service based in Spokane, Washington. The company has bought and sold hundreds of millions of dollars worth of precious metals and rare coins since its inception more than 15 years ago.
About the Management
The Owner and President of Coins Plus is Kevin Wolter, an experienced precious metals specialist and financial advisor with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics and Statistics and more than a decade of experience as an executive for Fortune 100 financial institutions. Kevin has been trained and certified in advanced coin grading by the American Numismatic Association, and through his expertise he has led Coins Plus into becoming one of the largest coin dealers in the Northwest U.S.
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BBB Rating: A+ (Details)
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CitySearch: 91% positive votes – based on 11 votes, 16 reviews (Details)
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Yellow Pages: (4.5 / 5) based on 12 reviews (Details)
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Coins Plus Contact Details
Address:3201 N Division St, Spokane, WA 99207
Email: sales@coinsplus.com
Website: http://www.coinsplus.com/
Key Pages From Coins Plus' Website
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Always Review the Competition Before You Buy
Purchasing precious metals for your IRA is a buying process that should be carefully entered into and researched beforehand. After all, experts recommend allocating between 5% – 20% of your retirement portfolio towards precious metals investments, so you'll be dedicating a sizable portion of your savings towards your Gold IRA.
While 5% – 20% may not be the majority of your holdings, if another global financial crisis and recession occurs that small fraction could suddenly become worth as much or more than the rest of your assets combined, which is why it is imperative to throughly weigh your options before making any commitments.
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Coins Plus is commonly referred to as “the dealer's dealer” because of their large selection of coins that they sell in high volumes. Although they offer silver, gold, platinum, and palladium coins and bars in a variety of denominations and sizes, the company primarily specializes in U.S. Coins and currency, including rare and commemorative coins. Many of their products are eligible to be deposited into an IRA, including their American Gold Eagles and American Gold Buffaloes.
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These guys are top notch. I had no idea how to diversify my 401k holdings, and wanted a portion in precious metals. Coins Plus staff walked me through the whole process and I am very pleased with their business and professionalism. Even though I’m not a high-roller, they treated me with complete respect. If I do it again, I’m doing it here. Give them a call, you’ll be glad you did.
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Fall is officially here and winter isn’t far behind. This is the perfect time of year to transition your warmer wardrobe into season-ready staples. A great pair of boots can be one of the most important accessories to invest in. With a variety of styles to choose from, it can be hard the find the right pair that combines both fashion and function. Check out Guitar Girl Magazine’s round-up of this season’s must-wear boots. Whether you’re inspired by your favorite rock legend or trying out the latest trend, these picks are sure to carry you through even the coldest months and if you're a performer, you will surely rock it on stage!
David Yurman: Jewelry Designer Extraordinaire Mixes a Little Bit Country and a Little Bit Rock and Roll
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David Yurman was destined to make a career out of creating art. At age twelve he was known for selling his home-made sculptures in the cafeteria during lunch. A few years later at age sixteen, he was introduced to Cuban welder and sculptor Ernesto Gonzales while visiting his sister in Provincetown, MA. With sculpture, Yurman found an outlet and focus for his creativity, which he would develop over the next two decades as an apprentice under the instruction of celebrated sculptors Theodore Roszak and Jacques Lipchitz. In 1982, Yurman introduced what became his signature—the cable bracelet—a twisted helix adorned with gemstones on its ends.
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Singer/songwriter/guitarist Lisa Loeb, who was nominated for a Grammy in 1994 for the song “Stay (I Missed You)” from the film “Reality Bites,” entered the world of eyewear back in 2010. For a little bit of trivia, Lisa Loeb is the first artist to ever have a number one Billboard pop song while not being signed to a recording contract. Her iconic pop song, “Stay (I Missed You)” (1994) helped propel Loeb into a long, successful career in music, singer/songwriting, film, television, voice-over work, and children’s recordings.
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When opposites collide, sometimes it just doesn’t makes sense. But if you are April Mun, you find a way to make it work. An alumna of the New York Fashion Institute of Technology, Mun was inspired by her two formers assistants (yes, you guessed it) Stella and Jamie. Stella, known to be the “edgy rocker chick” and Jamie, referred to as the “southern bell,” helped inspire Mun to create a fabulous yet somewhat contradictory line of fashion. Using gorgeous fabrics and lively colors, Mun’s fashion designs are a mix of sweet meets edgy. Who says who can’t be pretty and tough at the same time?
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HARD by Karen West Designs offers belts, belt accessories, Clipz, and Keepers all with a rocking assertiveness. Her trademark and patent pending Beltatude™ has caught the eye of legendary rock stars like Lita Ford, Rikki Rockett and Lzzy Hale and is making serious headway into the rock n’ roll scene. It is the perfect accessory to change up your look and to channel your inner rocker attitude!
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Vans® is easily one of the most recognizable brands of shoes out there today, and immediately images of musicians, skate boarders and BMX bike riders come into mind. Vans promote these action sports through progressive events such as the...
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Junk Food Clothing Company is something to crave if you are into retro-style, vintage T-shirts. Fabricating shirts for women, men and children, everybody can sport pop culture in a fashionable, comfortable manner. They have distribution rights to over 800...
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Coachella Music Festival 2013 may have wrapped up a month ago, but music and fashion fans alike are still raving about must-have festival style and killer stage performances. And with so many more summer concerts around the corner, here's...
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Banks draw fresh dollars to Lebanon
Lebanon’s foreign reserves had decreased by around $6b since early 2018
Published: July 12, 2019 16:49 Reuters
Beirut: Lebanese banks are drawing fresh dollars to the country by offering high interest rates on large sums blocked for three years, bank economists said on Thursday, a move aimed at supporting central bank reserves that have been in decline.
The Lebanese banking sector has in recent years conducted similar operations in coordination with the central bank. The operations have been dubbed “financial engineering”, with the fresh dollars deposited at the central bank.
The latest operations began around two weeks ago and continue.
“We will see an improvement in deposit growth on one hand, and an improvement in the foreign currency reserves of the central bank as a result of those operation,” Marwan Barakat, chief economist and head of research at Bank Audi, said.
Marwan Mikhael, head of research at Blominvest Bank, said: “At least it will stabilise the reserves because what we are passing through is a deterioration of confidence and the main task of the government now is to be able to restore confidence.” The International Monetary Fund, in the concluding statement of a mission visit to Lebanon last week, said deposit inflows to Lebanon had virtually stopped and the central bank’s foreign reserves had decreased by around $6 billion (Dh22 billion) since early 2018.
This was despite continued central bank financial operations and partly due to Eurobond principal and coupon payments made by the central bank over the same period, it said.
Nassib Ghobril, chief economist at Byblos Bank, said banks were offering incentives to large depositors to attract fresh capital from abroad.
Banks are offering an annual 14 per cent interest rate on the deposits, Barakat said. The minimum deposit had initially been $20 million but was subsequently reduced to $5 million, Barakat said.
Mikhael said Blom Bank was offering an interest rate of 13.5 per cent on a minimum investment of $5 million.
The IMF statement said the central bank should gradually phase out its financial operations once fiscal adjustment and the subsequent decline in yields demanded by investors allow it to do so.
The Lebanese government, which has one of the world’s heaviest public debt burdens, aims to cut the deficit to 7.6 per cent of gross domestic product in 2019 from more than 11 per cent last year in a budget that will be voted on in parliament next week.
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Lebanon grapples with power struggle
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For the powerful Druze camp that previously stayed united, the threat emanates from within
Published: July 12, 2019 15:41 Sami Moubayed, Correspondent
Saleh Al Gharib, state minister for refugee affairs, whose two bodyguards were killed Image Credit: Reuters
Things are not well in the once fortified and impenetrable Druze community of Lebanon. Recently, one of its notables, Refugee Affairs Minister Saleh Ghareeb, barely survived an assassination attempt while driving through the Druze town of Aley in Mount Lebanon. Two of his bodyguards were killed, raising red flags throughout the area that has witnessed fierce Druze-Christian fighting during the country’s civil war 30-years ago. Memories of death, assassination and anguish are still heavily imprinted in the collective psyche of Mount Lebanon residents, all of which were suddenly re-awakened by the sound of wild gunfire ripping through the skies of Aley recently.
Ghareeb is a member of the Democratic Party, headed by veteran Druze leader Emir Talal Arslan, a close ally of the Syrians, Iran, and Hezbollah. Fuming at a press conference, Arslan barked: “This will not pass!” He threatened to take up arms to protect his followers, in total disregard to the Lebanese state, saying: “If the state doesn’t protect people, then they know how to protect themselves!”
He blamed the attack on his chief rival, veteran Druze leader Walid Jumblatt, who is famed for being highly critical of Iran and Syrian hegemony in Lebanon. He has also been particularly critical of Saleh Ghreeb, who raised eyebrows last February by carrying out an official visit to Damascus, aimed at returning Syrian refugees to their country, despite Jumblatt’s insistence that no Lebanese official should re-engage with Damascus before UN resolutions are implemented, agreed upon by the international community. Jumblatt rebuffed all accusations that he was behind the assassination attempt, writing them off as “boyish.” He called for an official investigation into what happened.
The two Druze heavyweights, Jumblatt and Arslan, are scions of leading Druze families whose fathers helped wrestle the country from French occupation back in 1943. They stood shoulder-to-shoulder in confronting the Israeli occupation of 1982, and once again, in fighting Christian militias of the Lebanese Forces throughout the 1980s. Since the assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik Al Hariri, however, they have been at daggers-end over Arslan’s embrace of Syria and Hezbollah, a dispute aggravated by the ongoing Syrian conflict since 2011.
Druze residents of Mount Lebanon say that the timing of the assassination could not have been worse for Walid Jumblatt, who is presently grooming his son to take over leadership of the Social Progressive Party, which was founded by Walid’s father, Kamal Jumblatt, back in 1949. The political transition that he has been eying for years can neither be smooth nor can it be peaceful if rival camps in the Druze community are taking up arms against each other.
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Until last week, Walid Jumblatt was more focused on another battle, not against Arslan, but targeting his friend, Foreign Minister Gibran Basil, the powerful son-in-law of President Michel Aoun. In light of Aoun’s advanced age and deteriorating health, Basil has been positioning himself as a “shadow president” at Baabda Palace, exerted unprecedented powers that far exceed his government post or the political bloc that he represents, hoping to succeed his father-in-law if he parts the scene or is incapacitated. The assassination attempt played out nicely in Basil’s favour, serving almost as a blessing in disguise. He was planning to visit Aley with Saleh Ghareeb and now claims that the assassination was aimed at him personally and that the gunmen thought that it was him in the entourage, not Ghareeb.
Lebanese heavyweights are now expected to try and defuse the snowballing crisis, regardless of where they stand on the Arslan-Jumblatt feud. Prime Minister Saad Al Hariri, a long-time ally of Jumblatt, called off a cabinet meeting, to avoid any confrontation between his Druze ministers. Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri is also trying to mediate, given his longtime friendship with Walid Jumblatt and firm alliance to the coalition that unites Arslan, Ghareeb, and Gibran Basil.
Despite his public position on the Syrian conflict, Jumblatt maintains cordial relations with Hezbollah, regardless of its embrace of Talal Arslan. And in the complex world of Lebanese politics, although it is parliamentary allied to Gibran Basil, Hezbollah thinks very poorly of him, writing him off an opportunist and unreliable ally. They remain firmly committed to his father-in-law, whom they helped bring to power three years ago, but cannot forgive Basil for hammering out an independent alliance with Saad Al Hariri during the 2018 parliamentary elections, or for recently drawing parallels between the French exodus of 1943 and that of the Syrians in 2005, describing both as “occupations.”
All of the above are trying to minimise damage and close the case as quickly as possible. All, except for Gibran Basil. An open conflict in the Druze community can turn very nasty, since clearly, both camps are armed to the teeth, and it can be very difficult to control them if a blood feud emerges in feudal society. In previous battles, the Druze camp stood united against all foreign threats, but this time, the threat lies from within, and the last thing Lebanon needs is to see Druze citizens shooting at Druze citizens, like what happened in Aley.
Sami Moubayed is a Syrian historian and former Carnegie scholar. He is also the author of Under the Black Flag: At the frontier of the New Jihad.
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Bank Retention of Electronic Mail Archives
OCC and FDIC Regulation and Guidance
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What do regulations say about a bank retaining e-mail records? Relevant statements have been issued by both the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) (regulator for all national banks in the U.S.) and The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).
Auditor Expectations
The OCC issued an Advisor Letter on Electronic Record Retention June 21, 2004. The Advisory Letter points to the Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (E-Sign) as special reason for financial institutions to set up electronic record keeping systems. The E-Sign Act generally confirms the legal effectiveness of electronic commerce transactions, including e-mail contracts. The implication for banks is that their electronic records, such as e-mail records, can be evidence of legally-binding contracts and other transactions.
Accordingly, the OCC Advisory Letter states:
"[B]anks should design, implement, and operate their electronic records systems so that they are adequate to serve the following purposes and functions according to the nature of the retained records:
* Potential use in litigation support,
* Internal and external audits and controls,
* Bank supervision, and
* Compliance with regulatory requirements."
Notice those are broad purposes, which suggests that the retention of e-records should be generous at a time when the quantity and importance of electronic transaction is growing. The Advisory Letter goes on specifically to emphasize the retention of electronic message and electronic mail records.
Consistent with the OCC Advisory Letter, FDIC has issued guidance on the retention of electronic records under the E-Sign Act. See FDIC Compliance Handbook — June 2006, page X-3.1. Although the FDIC Handbook does not provide as much detail as the OCC Advisory Letter, it says banks need good records of their electronic business transactions. Naturally, those records will include e-mail records, as the OCC Advisory Letter confirms.
The FCIC Handbook page X-3.1 states: "Record Retention. The E-Sign Act requires a financial institution to maintain electronic records accurately reflecting the information contained in applicable contracts, notices or disclosures and that they remain accessible to all persons who are legally entitled to access for the period required by law in a form that is capable of being accurately reproduced for later reference."
Further, the FDIC's 1998 Electronic Banking Safety and Soundness Examination Procedures specifically discuss record retention procedures for e-mail at page 8. Page 8 says bank examiners should expect banks to have retention policies for e-mail. It reads: "Determine if retention guidelines exist and are updated for source documents supporting electronic activities, such as account applications, instructions for account transactions, and other records. Determine whether the guidelines also address electronic mail, data files, and similar records." The implication is that if a bank does not have a retention policy, and FDIC examiner will expect the bank to create one.
So precisely how long should banks keep email records? I have led in-house workshops to address this question at numerous, diverse enterprises. The outcome of these workshops has varied, depending on many factors, including corporate culture.
In my experience, the best email retention policy is one that is developed by collaboration of the various stakeholder departments in the enterprise (legal, IT, HR, operations et al.). Normally, these different stakeholders will start with different positions on what the policy should say. But, in my experience, after the stakeholders have talked through the issues, they tend to compromise their positions and coalesce into a policy that is unique to the enterprise.
By Benjamin Wright, Senior Instructor on Law of Data Security and Investigations at the SANS Institute.
Related: How to write an enterprise records policy.
Update July 2012: Cost of Storage
I just led a workshop at a group of companies that owns two national banks. The purpose of the workshop was to help the stakeholders from the various enterprises develop a group-wide policy for the retention and destruction of email and other electronic records, including audio records of telephonic interactions with customers.
I have been leading workshops like this for years, and I have noticed from these workshops that something has changed. The cost of storage has become a non-issue. The raw cost of storing 100 terabytes of data is insignificant to an enterprise larger than a mom-and-pop. That is not to say that the raw cost of storage is the only issue in setting an electronic record retention policy. There are lots of issues, and no regulator is going to tell a bank how to resolve all of its issues. But the dynamics in these workshops has changed on account of how cheap storage has become.
[The above is only general information. If a bank needs legal advice, it should of course consult its lawyers.]
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Bell Ringing in Harrogate
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8 Bells, Tenor 121⁄2cwt in F♯
Sunday Service Ringing: 9am, 10.30am and 6pm
Practice: Friday 7pm to 9pm
Contact: Hannah Beck
We are an active and welcoming band. We ring for three services on Sunday and are the only tower in Yorkshire to do so! Our repertoire includes call changes, Plain Bob, Little Bob, Grandsire and Stedman. Friday night practices cover everything from bell handling to method ringing, with a tea break.
Visitors are most welcome to attend Sunday ringing and practices.
St Peter’s Church, Harrogate
St Peter’s church in Harrogate town centre was built in 1870 by J.H. Hirst of Bristol and consecrated in 1876. Due to a lack of funds at the time, only the first stage of the tower was completed.
The tower was completed in 1926 by A. A. Gibson and was intended to carry a full peal of bells but it was not until 1963 that the bells were installed. The tower contains many statues and carvings, most notably St Peter carrying the Keys to Heaven.
The tower consists of five storeys. The ringing chamber is on the second floor and is reached by a spiral staircase followed by a wooden ladder. Further ladders give access to the bell chamber and an iron spiral staircase gives access to the top of the tower. There are excellent views from the top and it is possible to see York Minster on a clear day. Until the redevelopment of 2011, the tower also served as the main church entrance.
Originally St Peter’s had only one bell which bore the inscription
O THE GLORY OF GOD
AND AS A THANKS OFFERING TO HIM
FOR THE RECOVERY OF HEALTH
THIS BELL IS PRESENTED TO
BY ELIZABETH TIMM, EASTER A D 1879
The clapper of the old bell is preserved in the ringing chamber and the inscription is preserved on a plaque on the tower staircase door.
Clapper of old bell
The peal of 8 bells were installed in 1963, through the initiative of the vicar, The Reverend Roger Holford Baines. They were cast by John Taylor & Co of Loughborough in 1963 and were dedicated on 22nd September 1963 by the Bishop of Knaresborough. The bells hang in a cast iron frame; the tenor being in the centre of the frame.
St Peter’s bells set ready for ringing
The colours of the sallies follow a unique colour scheme following the liturgical colours of the Christian calendar: blue for Advent (1), gold for Christmas (2), green for Sundays after Epiphany (3), violet for Lent (4), gold for Easter (5), red for Whitsunday (6) and green for Sundays after Trinity (7). The blue sally on the tenor is for the Patron Saint – St Peter; it has always been blue even though red is normally used by the Western church for feasts of the Apostles.
The spider on which the bell ropes are hooked is made from half of a rolling pin. The other half serves as the spider at Beckwithshaw!
The liturgical coloured bell ropes
Bell Details
The ringing peal was cast by John Taylor & Co of Loughborough
Weight (CWT-QTR-LB)
1 3-3-2 F♯ 25″ 1963
2 4-0-4 E♯ 26″ 1963
3 4-1-2 D♯ 27″ 1963
4 4-2-6 C♯ 281⁄2″ 1963
5 5-3-7 B 31″ 1963
6 6-1-24 A♯ 325⁄8″ 1963
7 8-2-22 G♯ 36″ 1963
8 12-1-19 F♯ 40″ 1963
All the bells bear the inscription
JOHN TAYLOR & CO. * FOUNDERS * LOUGHBOROUGH * 1963 *
The tenor also has the names of the Vicar and churchwardens inscribed on its waist:
ROGER HOLFORD BAINES VICAR
JACK DRURY CHURCHWARDENS
GILBERT ARTHUR STONE
St Peter’s Parish Website
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Ring of Bells
Ring of Bells is a computer program for printing out methods and hearing what they sound like! We use it at St Wilfrid’s to produce all the “Cheat Sheets” for teaching methods. If you wish to try it, please visit harrogatebellringers.org/ringofbells/
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23.01.2018 , by Yehuda Kurtzer
The Biggest Threat To The Jews? The Partisan Divide
First published in the Forward
By YEHUDA KURTZER
Yehuda Kurtzer is President of the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America.
The central existential threat to Jews in America today is the toxic nature of partisanship in American political culture. I believe we are at a critical juncture for a new American Jewish conversation on this issue that asks us to consider how our political choices as Jews implicate our collective identity as Jews in America.
Thankfully, Jews have come a long way as Americans and as stakeholders in American democracy, which obligates us to act politically not just on behalf of parochial Jewish interests but also on behalf of what is best for the country. And yet the cost of toxic partisanship — a social ill that Jews are complicit in helping promote – is severely taxing Jewishness and Jewish communal life in America.
To engage this issue is not to argue for “neutrality,” political centrism, the implausible goal of bipartisan governing or toothless consensus politics. Nor does this critique necessarily require Jews to vote differently at the ballot box. But it will require us to think about how Jewish communal life can be salvaged from the political climate in which it is being savaged, and to address what is lost and what is gained in the quest for Jewish thriving in America by our participating, gleefully, in what seems to be a dismantling of the American civic project.
“ In this climate of partisanship, the morality of being right has effectively supplanted the morality of being kind.
The growing partisan divide in America is well attested, and it is not easily blamed on a single political side. The culture of partisanship encourages individuals to first assemble all their disparate beliefs on unrelated political issues into unwieldy partisan ideologies and then to imagine themselves as proxies of political parties rather than engaging in how their values translate into policy. This explains how some of our culture’s most morally corrupt humans become elected officials:
Character and conviction disappear and are replaced by the candidate’s capacity to articulate a central message, which aligns with an electorate that thinks increasingly of their political choices in terms of declaring loyalty. This is how, in 2017, half a million voters viewed child molestation as less of an intolerable deviance than belonging to the Democratic Party.
When partisanship becomes a demoralizing force
And for the individual, partisanship is also convenient. It is with bemused shame that on election night of 2016 I found myself stopping to explain to my children the nuances of this race or that and just told them to “cheer for the blue team,” as though democracy is reducible to color war.
Some historians and political scientists argue that a partisan culture refines the ideological stakes in major social debates and that competition in the electoral process between robust and vigorous ideas, and between their champions, is a critical feature of American democracy. But there is a threshold when partisanship moves from being a system for the healthy competition over ideas and ideals and becomes a demoralizing force, and I think we’ve passed it. This is bad for America, and it is bad for the Jews. Here are four reasons why:
First and foremost is anti-Semitism. Once the last vestige of Jewish collective identity, anti-Semitism is now explicitly a partisan football. Quite quickly, it seems - after generations of monitoring and tracking the hatred against Jews as one of the defining features of mainstream Jewish institutional behavior - we now have a divide in the American Jewish community between the anti-Semites on the right whom the left rightly fears (those in the burgeoning white nationalist and “alt-right” movements, given a boost by the administration’s dog-whistling, gaslighting and, in some cases, tacit endorsement) and the anti-Semites on the left whom the right rightly fears (those who give a pass to violence against Jews in the name of anti-Zionism, and who otherwise discredit the Jewish national rights that are accorded to all other ethnic groups).
Jews are gambling with dangerous alliances
The general rule these days is that if you find anti-Semites in your political party, you are likely to try and be in coalition with them anyway, to attest to their character as a means of shielding against the allegations, and to explain away or justify their dangerous beliefs by arguing that they are superior to the other political side. Partisanship is becoming an instrument for giving cover to anti-Semites with whom you share other political worldviews.
This is basically insane. It means that Jews are gambling with dangerous alliances, and possibly opting for the triumph of their values over their bodies, in the naive belief - never before tested! - that today’s version of anti-Semites, once politically emboldened, will scale back these instincts, normalize their views of Jews and not actually enact their pathological beliefs into practice.
Instead, we must demand some consistency across the board in Jews fighting anti-Semitic ideas and people wherever they manifest in our political system. And still, whenever I speak about this issue, any audience is likely to agree and still argue that the worse anti-Semites are on the other side, and that to say otherwise is to engage in moral relativism. This is, to borrow a phrase from intersectional theory, the Jewish community’s unique form of “the oppression Olympics,” and it ends with a massive tie for last place.
The second problem with partisanship for American Jews is that it reduces Jewish power. People don’t like talking about Jewish power out loud because, despite good intentions, it either sounds anti-Semitic itself or gives fodder for anti-Semites. But Jewish power in America has been essential to Jewish thriving in America, and it has required instruments of solidarity - and specifically, the technique of presenting to the rest of the world an image, even if a facade, of communal unity.
The theory was that Jews succeeded in America in part by preserving a culture of not “airing our dirty laundry in public” - which is to say, still fighting politically with one another in community and in the ballot box but preserving some modicum of internal communal coherence. This theory tells of a time when American Jews were far more vulnerable, when Jewish collective belonging was obvious, and when Jews were much less likely to be politicians themselves and therefore needed to traffic in influence more than in actual power. This lost past - largely imagined, mostly undesirable - cannot be reclaimed.
Have Jews have traded security for individual power at the group's expense?
Moreover, as my colleague Tal Becker likes to say, not wanting to air one’s dirty laundry in public should not be an excuse for - as it often becomes - not wanting to do the laundry. The dirty laundry metaphor too often becomes an instrument for silencing dissent and silencing activism to correct moral flaws.
Yet even so, the consequence of this loss of collective consciousness is real and must be acknowledged. Jews have traded the security for the collective that comes with consolidated power for the promise of power that can be attained by individual Jews even if it comes at the cost of the collective.
Individual Jews can achieve unprecedented positions of power as Jews in 2018 America, but whether or not the Jewish community can wield collective power anymore is an open question, especially since there are now politically powerful Jews warring against each other on both sides of the aisle.
Here again, Jews are simply Americans: The consensus politics of the mid-20th century in America were a postwar necessity, and so in similar ways, as Noam Pianko argues, American Jews gravitated to the terminology of “peoplehood” as a matter of political convenience. This term helped American Jews hold on to some language of ethnicity, and strengthened their capacity to fight existential threats, while shedding their “otherness” and integrating as Americans. The language of peoplehood helped to establish American Jewish group identity and to form the basis for American Jewish political power.
Partisanship is making Jews conflate political positions with selective expressions of Jewish values
And while I am not always a fan of the hegemonic power of the term “peoplehood” and the way that some of its users deploy it to suppress individualism and attitudes that they understand to be disloyal, I fear that the foundations of Jewish power in America, which in turn allow individuals to thrive in American politics, depend more heavily on this group identity than its critics like to admit.
Third, I believe that partisanship is becoming bad for Judaism - that is, the discourse of ideas, practices, beliefs and behaviors that define, in action, who Jews are as people. Partisanship is making Jews conflate concrete political positions with selective and specific expressions of Jewish values as a means of consolidating the two. We do this by constructing large ideological lenses with which we understand the world - the commitment to social justice, global interventionism, support for the State of Israel, free enterprise - and then turning them into totalizing frameworks of “Judaism.” These lenses borrow what they need from Jewish tradition as prooftexts, and thus subordinate the complexity of Torah to incredibly specific policy frameworks that quickly become partisan.
As a result, we see ourselves as Jews comfortable in America because our Jewishness and the language of partisan politics we support seem completely aligned. And by this logic, the central obstacle for many Jews in America is the political-ideological interpretations of their Judaism by other Jews. Our most obvious allies become our fiercest foes.
One particular manifestation of this problem is that denominational labels are now mapping closer and closer on partisan political labels, so that those labels now reflect political concerns as much as, if not more than, theology or practice. Synagogues divi de increasingly by political leanings as a significant factor in their identity (which will probably happen even more with the repeal of the Johnson Amendment). American Jews are replacing most of our other ideological commitments with partisan politics as the primary instrument of our ethnic and religious identities as Jews. We may even soon see partisan political identity as a more effective descriptor of Jewish diversity than denominational labels. Each of those identities has become idiosyncratically and self-servingly narrow, which diminishes both.
Finally, in this climate of partisanship, the morality of being right has effectively supplanted the morality of being kind. Derech Eretz – the basic, human value of menschlichkeit – certainly has no partisan label. But when we want to win more than we want to be decent, it will always be the first thing to go.
And if we want to hold others accountable that their policies and beliefs also live and operate within the moral framework of the tradition, the only way we will be able to do so is if we engage with kindness toward those who disagree with us, and if we credit them with the possibilities that their policies are also manifestations of the best of their values. The only way to do this is to resist the partisan ethos of demonization, which means American Jews trying to transcend the cultural context that we inhabit.
For those American Jews who care about our collective future as Jews, then, I urge a massive reconsideration of the agenda. Some Jews insist that the main existential threats facing Jews are the enemies who we see rising against us; others insist that the main threat is the moral character of our people. Either way, our future lies in whether we remain an “our.” For American Jews, this requires us becoming countercultural on American partisanship.
How to achieve this is far from clear. In general, it may be folly to ask American Jews to act in countercultural posture to broader American trends. Moreover, I think most American Jews who care about politics would rather win on the issues than preserve the sense of Jewish peoplehood and the integrity of “Judaism” that I have argued are compromised in this climate, and would trade - some gleefully, some mournfully – what is lost in this calculus for what they stand to gain on the issues that they care about.
Most of the suggestions that have been bandied about thus far focus on civility (invite a Trump supporter for Shabbat dinner) or empathy (the endless demands that blue-staters read “Hillbilly Elegy” and the like to understand the worlds they do not see and the worldviews they cannot understand). Noble as these efforts are, they are insufficient. I am arguing for the need for much larger-scale attention - in ideas, education and politics - to the core paradigm of how American Jews think about the relationship between Jewishness and Americanness, a hybrid identity that has been astonishingly successful for the thriving of individual Jews for several generations without being fully interrogated for the trade- offs involved.
American Jews are collectively in need of a new narrative that can encompass as many American Jews as possible in its conceptual framework, something with the rhetorical and spiritual power of how Louis Brandeis articulated the compatibility between Jewishness and Americanness in the 1910s and ’20s to overcome accusations of Jewish dual loyalties, and to pave the way for American Jewish thriving throughout the 20th century.
For Brandeis, the relationship between Jewishness and Americanness was not predicated on purely political alignment between the two ideologies – what today’s politicians call “no daylight” – but was rather defined by how the big ideas of the two, the great stories they represent, reinforce one another: the nobility of hard work, the pursuit of justice, egalitarianism, charity, progress. Brandeis saw in Zionism an expression of Judaism that would make him a better Jew and a better American, because its broad values, aims and concerns matched the overarching values and meta-narratives of what it meant to be an American.
Brandeis had to do this in part as a defensive strategy, to stave off the accusations of Jews as dually loyal and to make the case – to outsiders, but also to Jews – of the possibility of Jewish at-home-ness in America. That story is now finished; no one now really questions whether American Jews can be at home. Now we are left to ask: Who indeed, collectively speaking, are American Jews?
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The Blood Cancer Center of Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute, located at Research Medical Center, provides specialized care for acute leukemia and complex blood cancer patients. The Program provides comprehensive outpatient services and a dedicated inpatient oncology unit supported by a multidisciplinary team of specialists and staffed by oncology-certified nurses.
Conditions we treat include:
Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL)
Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
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The specialists at the Sarah Cannon Blood Cancer Center offer the latest advancements in treatment including clinical trials and immunotherapies from the nationally renowned Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute, one of the leading providers of blood and marrow transplants in the world.
Suman Kambhampati, MD, along with Frank Slovick, MD, are the Co-Medical Directors of the Blood Cancer Program at the Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute HCA Midwest Health located at Research Medical Center.
Dr. Kambhampati provides oversight and treatment for complex hematology and blood cancer patients, with specialized clinical interests in acute leukemia, elderly leukemia, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, Myelodysplastic Syndrome and multiple myeloma. Dr. Kambhampati is the vice-chair of the Sarah Cannon Blood Cancer Network Quality Management Committee on complex blood cancers. He also serves as the principal investigator with the Southwest Oncology Group (SWOG), an affiliate of the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and leads efforts at the VA to enroll patients into sponsored clinical trials.
Dr. Kambhampati completed fellowships at the University of Illinois and the Feinberg School of Medicine Northwestern University. He is board-certified in internal medicine with the subspecialty of clinical oncology/hematology.
Frank Slovick, MD is a dedicated and compassionate medical oncologist specializing in treating those patients with blood disorders and blood cancers. Dr. Slovick completed his fellowship in hematology at the University of Rochester and his medical oncology fellowship at the University of Missouri-Kansas City’s Truman Medical Center. He is board certified in medical oncology/hematology.
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Julie Wilhauk is an advanced practice nurse who received both her Nurse Practitioner and her Doctorate in Nurse Practice from the University of Kansas Medical Center. She is board certified as an advanced oncology nurse practitioner. Julie will provide support for comprehensive health management as well as the highest quality of care that is reflective of the culture at Sarah Cannon HCA Midwest Health in patients with blood cancers including performing bone marrow biopsies and management of patient needs.
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Sarah Cannon HCA Midwest Health offers an Oncology Alert Patient Care Program, the only program in the region that focuses on promptly identifying and treating immunocompromised oncology patients arriving through the cancer clinic or the Emergency Room. The program provides special training to ER and clinic staff to identify and address the unique needs of chemotherapy patients.
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Similar to other joint replacement procedures, shoulder replacement surgery is generally done to address persistent pain that is not controlled by non-surgical therapy. Less commonly, poor shoulder motion may also be a reason for replacement surgery.
The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint, with the top of the arm bone (humeral head) fitting into a socket known as the glenoid. Muscles and tendons, such as the rotator cuff, help hold the joint in place. Surgery involves replacing the humeral head and the glenoid with artificial components. The humeral head replacement is generally made from a metal alloy, while the glenoid component is made from polyethylene plastic. The new components may be anchored by cement or press-fit into place so that the bone grows in around them.
During surgery, a three- to four-inch incision is made along the space between the arm and the collarbone. The procedure lasts about 90 minutes, and the incision is then closed with staples or stitches. Patients typically stay in the hospital for one to two nights, and full recovery usually takes six to 12 weeks.
Arthritic shoulders are stiff. One of the major goals of total shoulder replacement surgery is to relieve much of this stiffness. However, after surgery scar tissue will tend to recur and limit movement unless motion is started immediately. This early motion is facilitated by the complete surgical release of the tight tissues so that after surgery the patient has only to maintain the range of motion achieved at the operation. Later on, once the shoulder is comfortable and flexible, strengthening exercises and additional activities are started.
A careful, well-planned rehabilitation program is critical to the success of a shoulder replacement. You usually start gentle physical therapy on the first day after the operation. You wear an arm sling during the day for the first several weeks after surgery. You wear the sling at night for 4 to 6 weeks. Most patients are able to perform simple activities such as eating, dressing and grooming within 2 weeks after surgery. Driving a car is not allowed for 6 weeks after surgery.
Here are some “do’s and don’ts” for when you return home:
Don’t use the arm to push yourself up in bed or from a chair because this requires forceful contraction of muscles.
Do follow the program of home exercises prescribed for you. You may need to do the exercises 4 to 5 times a day for a month or more.
Don’t overdo it! If your shoulder pain was severe before the surgery, the experience of pain-free motion may lull you into thinking that you can do more than is prescribed. Early overuse of the shoulder may result in severe limitations in motion.
Don’t lift anything heavier than a glass of water for the first 6 weeks after surgery.
Do ask for assistance. Your physician may be able to recommend an agency or facility if you do not have home support.
Don’t participate in contact sports or do any repetitive heavy lifting after your shoulder replacement.
Do avoid placing your arm in any extreme position, such as straight out to the side or behind your body for the first 6 weeks after surgery.
Many thousands of patients have experienced an improved quality of life after shoulder joint replacement surgery. They experience less pain, improved motion and strength, and better function
What are the symptoms to detect Shoulder Replacement?
Patients with arthritis typically describe a deep ache within the shoulder joint. Initially, the pain feels worse with movement and activity, and eases with rest. As the arthritis progresses, the pain may occur even when you rest. By the time a patient sees a physician for the shoulder pain, he or she often has pain at night. This pain may be severe enough to prevent a good night’s sleep. The patient’s shoulder may make grinding or grating noises when moved. Or the shoulder may catch, grab, clunk or lock up. Over time, the patient may notice loss of motion and/or weakness in the affected shoulder. Simple daily activities like reaching into a cupboard, dressing, toileting and washing the opposite armpit may become increasingly difficult.
How do I know if I am ready for shoulder replacement surgery?
Patients who have tried the usual treatments for shoulder arthritis, but have not been able to find adequate relief, may be a candidate for shoulder replacement surgery. Patients considering the procedure should understand the potential risks of surgery, and understand that the goal of joint replacement is to alleviate pain. Patients generally find improved motion after surgery, but these improvements are not as consistent as the pain relief following shoulder replacement surgery.
How long is the recovery following shoulder replacement surgery?
Hospital stays vary from one to three days for most patients. You will be sent home wearing a sling and you should not attempt to use the arm except as specifically instructed by your doctor.
Most physicians will begin some motion immediately following surgery, but this may not be true in every case. Usually within two to three months, patients are able to return to most normal activities and place an emphasis on strengthening the muscles around the shoulder and maintaining range of motion.
What are the symptoms of severe arthritis of the shoulder?
Common symptoms of shoulder arthritis include:
Pain with activities
Limited range of motion
Stiffness of the shoulder
Swelling of the joint
Tenderness around the joint
A feeling of grinding or catching within the joint
Can rehabilitation be done at home?
In general the exercises are best performed by the patient at home. Occasional visits to the surgeon or therapist may be useful to check the progress and to review the program.
When can I return to ordinary daily activities?
In general, patients are able to perform gentle activities of daily living using the operated arm from two to six weeks after surgery. Walking is strongly encouraged. Driving should wait until the patient can perform the necessary functions comfortably and confidently. Recovery of driving ability may take six weeks if the surgery has been performed on the right shoulder, because of the increased demands on the right shoulder for shifting gears.
With the consent of their surgeon, patients can often return to activities such as swimming, golf and tennis at six months after their surgery.
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Unicondylar Knee Replacement
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Most people are aware of the total knee replacement surgery. This involves replacing the unhealthy surface of the entire knee joint with metal and plastic implants. It is a very successful operation with good long term results. However a large percentage of patients have arthritis limited to one part of the joint alone. Replacing the whole joint in these patients is overkill and unnecessary.
Many middle aged men and women develop osteoarthritis of the knee. Osteoarthritis of the knee affects the inner half or medial compartment to start with and then proceeds to affect the outer half or lateral compartment.
In this operation only that part of the knee, which is unhealthy, is replaced. The normal surfaces are left alone. This operation has several advantages over total knee replacement surgery.
It can be done through a very small incision.
It is minimally invasive and hence tissue damage is far less.
The patient gets complete pain relief and the implant lasts long
The knee feels more natural as ligaments are preserved
Range of movement is full and it allows squatting and sitting crosslegged
Post operative hospitalization is reduced and return to normal is much faster than total knee replacement surgery.
Dr. Kaushal Malhan is a Joint Replacement and sports surgeon at the Wockhardt hospital. He was the first surgeon in India to do the mobile bearing oxford unicompartmental knee replacement and has been in the forefront in the field of full bending knee replacement surgery.
What is unicondylar arthroplaty, or partial knee replacement?
What are the advantages unicondylar arthroplasty?
How is it different from total knee replacement?
You mentioned recovery is faster. What does that mean?
What does the surgeon do during a unicondylar arthroplasty?
How do I know if I am a candidate for this surgery?
What is unicondylar arthroplaty, or partial knee replacement?Partial knee replaces only the area of the knee that is worn out, sparing patients the more medically complicated and involved total knee replacement surgery.
What are the advantages unicondylar arthroplasty?With a partial knee replacement, there is a dramatically shorter recovery time due to less surgical trauma, less scarring and fuller range of motion.
During total knee replacement, surgeons typically make a 7 to 8-inch incision over the knee, patients stay in the hospital for approximately four days, and there is a recovery period of up to three months. During minimally-invasive partial knee surgery, a part of the knee to be replaced through a small, 3-inch incision. There is minimal damage to the muscles and tendons around the knee and the required hospital stay is up to two days. The recovery period is about one month.
Patients often walk unassisted within a week or two of the operation. Even those who have both knees done at once are able to walk without the assistance of a walker or cane fairly quickly.
What does the surgeon do during a unicondylar arthroplasty?When a knee replacement is performed, some bone and cartage are removed using precise instruments to create exact surfaces to accommodate a metal and plastic prostheses.
Candidates for this surgery are generally younger, more active patients. The partial knee replacement allows for symptoms of pain or discomfort. The procedure allows younger patients to buy time before they need a full knee replacement. The procedure is also effective for older patients if they have disease localized to one half of the joint.
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Raffles Hospital
An ISO 9001 institute with US/UK trained specialists. Raffles Hospital in Singapore is a 380-bed tertiary care private hospital offering a full complement of specialist services using the most advanced medical technology. The rooms at Raffles Hospital are outfitted to the standards of five-star hotels, with an array of suites, single, double, four and six-bed rooms for you to choose from.
National Heart Center Singapore
National Heart Center Singapore is a designated national center for cardiovascular medicine in Singapore and sees over 85,000 outpatients yearly. Performed 2,056 Angioplasty procedures, 577 CABG procedures & 304 Pacing procedures in 2005. National Heart Center Singapore is the first heart center outside USA to be JCI (Joint Commission International) accredited.
Piyavate Hospital
The Piyavate Hospital medical staff is comprised both American Board and Thai Board Certified Physicians in every specialty field, supported by highly qualified registered nurses, technicians and administrative personnel. Piyavate Hospital is located in Bangkok, Thailand. The hospital provides medical services using modern technology and state-of-the-art equipment, accredited by the International Standards Organization ISO 9001-2000.
Bangkok Hospital Group Medical Center
Bangkok Hospital is one of the biggest hospitals in Thailand providing tertiary healthcare. The Bangkok Hospital Group has world renowned physicians, cutting edge technology and excellent nursing staff provide all of their patients with the utmost level of medical care. The Bangkok Heart Hospital an ISO 9001:2000 accredited hospital has treated more than 40,000 cardiac outpatients and has done more than 1,100 heart surgeries to date.
The first Indian hospital to receive the Joint Commission International (JCI) USA accreditation the gold-standard in hospital certifications worldwide. Apollo Hospitals have over 7000 beds in 38 hospitals. Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals in New Delhi, India is spread over 12 acres of land, has a built-up area of 600,000 square feet, and handles close to 200,000 patients a year, of which 10,000 are international patients.
Wockhardt Hospitals Group
Wockhardt hospitals Group has established a chain of super specialty hospitals at Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkatta and Nagpur. Wockhardt Hospitals has associated with Harvard Medical International (HMI), USA. As associate hospitals of HMI in India, Wockhardt Hospitals benefit from the extensive learning and experience of Harvard Medical School and its affiliated institutions world-wide and strive to bring to its patients the benefits of global standards in technology and clinical expertise. Wockhardt Hospitals, Mumbai, has become the first super specialty hospital in South Asia to achieve accreditation from Joint Commission International (JCI), USA.
Escorts Heart Institute and Research Center
Escorts Heart Institute and Research Center (EHIRC), an ISO 9001 institute has a total of 164 Critical Care beds to provide intensive care to patients after surgery or angioplasty, emergency admissions or other patients needing highly specialized management. The hospital is backed by the most advanced laboratories performing complete range of investigative tests in the field of Nuclear Medicine, Radiology, Bio-chemistry, Haematology, Transfusion Medicine and Microbiology. Performed over 9756 Angiographies, 2707 Coronary Interventions, 5519 Cardiac (3214 CABG, 563 Valve, 765 Congenital, 977 other) surgeries in 2005.
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Herbal Remedies for Cervical Inflammation
Vitamins That Help BV Infections
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Natural Herbal Treatments and Vitamins for Cervical Cancer
By R. Y. Langham, Ph.D. ; Updated August 14, 2017
Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that affects women. This type of cancer is often detected during routine pap smears and tends to be slow-growing. It is usually caused by the human papilloma virus, which enters your body during sexual intercourse and spreads throughout your reproductive system. Symptoms may include a bloody vaginal discharge; irregular vaginal bleeding between menstrual periods, following sexual intercourse or during menopause; loss of appetite; severe fatigue; pelvic pain or back pain. Certain herbs and vitamins can help manage cervical cancer, ease cervical cancer symptoms and encourage healing.
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that improves immune system function and protects your cervix from harmful free radicals that can cause precancerous and cancerous cells on the surface of your cervix, according to Tori Hudson, author of the book "Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness." Hudson explains that vitamin A also reduces the severity of cervical cancer, repairs damaged cervical tissues, decreases cervical inflammation, alleviates cervical cancer symptoms such as back pain, abnormal vaginal bleeding, fatigue and loss of appetite, regulates cellular reproduction, slows the progression of cancerous cells and prevents recurrences of cervical cancer. Foods rich in vitamin A include turkey liver, duck, lamb, broccoli, apples, spinach, tomatoes, peaches, kale, peas and apricots.
Vitamin B-2, also known as riboflavin, is a water-soluble vitamin that prevents precancerous or cancerous cells from developing on your cervix, repairs damaged cervical tissues, decreases cervical and reproductive system inflammation, eradicates the human papilloma virus and lowers your risk of cervical dysplasia, abnormal cells on the surface of your cervix that can lead to cervical cancer in some women, according to the World Health Organization's book “Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control: A Guide to Essential Practice.” Foods rich in vitamin B-2 include liver, fortified breakfast cereals, mushrooms, eggs, almonds, milk and sardines.
Cat's claw, also known as Uncaria tomentosa, is an herb that strengthens your immune system and protects your body from infections, viruses and diseases that can encourage the spread of cervical cancer, according to Josef Beuth, Ralph Moss and Ulrich Abel, authors of the book “Complementary Oncology: Adjunctive Methods in the Treatment of Cancer.” Beuth, Moss and Abel explain that cat’s claw also relieves cervical cancer symptoms such as irregular bleeding, abnormal vaginal discharge and pelvic pain, plus it prevents cellular damage, decreases cervical inflammation and lowers your risk of precancerous cells on the surface of your cervix. Cat’s claw is available in teas, liquid extracts and capsules.
Turmeric, also known as Curcuma longa, is an herb that enhances immune system function, reduces cervical inflammation, destroys the human papilloma virus, alleviates cervical cancer symptoms such as heavy or excessive bleeding and pelvic pain, heals cervical lesions caused by cervical cancer and prevents the spread of cervical cancer cells, according to Ping-Chung Leung and Harry Fong, authors of the book “Alternative Treatment for Cancer.” Turmeric is available in capsules, liquid extract and tincture.
“Cervical Cancer: From Etiology to Prevention”; Thomas E. Rohan and Keerti V. Shah; 2004
“Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control: A Guide to Essential Practice”; World Health Organization; 2006
“Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness”; Tori Hudson; 2007
“Complementary Oncology: Adjunctive Methods in the Treatment of Cancer”; Josef Beuth, Ralph W. Moss and Ulrich Abel; 2006
“Alternative Treatment for Cancer”; Ping-Chung Leung and Harry Fong; 2007
R. Y. Langham served as a senior writer for "The Herald" magazine from 1996-99. Langham holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Fisk University, a Master of Science in marriage and family therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University and a Ph.D in family psychology from Capella University. Dr. R.Y. Langham published her first psychological thriller in September 2011. It can be purchased on Amazon.com, Barnes&Noble.com and Lulu.com.
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Melvin Gordon Apologizes to His Fantasy Owners
By Justin Grasso
Updated Dec 14, 2018 at 3:58pm
Getty Melvin Gordon exited the Ravens-Chargers playoff game.
There must’ve been a lot of disappointed fantasy owners recently as playoff time approached. As always, injuries have completely derailed some teams. And as playoff time came, some significant names were no longer available when it mattered the most because injuries played a massive part. Those who own Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon evidently felt the loss as he missed the last few weeks.
If you ask an injured NFL player their opinion on fantasy sports, they will most likely tell you they don’t care. While that statement is usually issued in a passive-aggressive way, it’s become quite clear over the years that professional football players do not want to hear from their fantasy owners. It makes sense since real football is more important than fantasy football, but sometimes it doesn’t matter to the fans.
However, Chargers running back Melvin Gordon does seem to care more than other players. Knowing that he has been a top contributor at the running back position for quite some time now, Gordon enjoys hearing about how he helped some of his fantasy owners to victory. Unfortunately, he couldn’t do anything to help them when it mattered most in the playoffs. For that, Gordon actually sent out an apology message to his fans.
Melvin Gordon Apologizes
To my fantasy owners …who lost without my help I’m sorry. Crunch time in these playoffs and I couldn’t come thru !! 😔😩 !! pic.twitter.com/vdwS6QPpiM
— F L ⚡️ S H (@Melvingordon25) December 14, 2018
This is very different. A genuine message to his fantasy owners. Wow, a player who actually cares about those who have him on their team. That’s a very rare trait to come by. Gordon might’ve been the missing piece to some fantasy squads, but at least he was kind enough to let everybody know that he was sorry. We’re sure with that, nobody is going to be hounding him in his Twitter mentions about how he was the reason they lost.
At this point, most fantasy leagues are wrapped up after this week. So, Gordon is pretty much finished in producing for fake teams. Now, the Chargers running back has to get ready to return to the red-hot Chargers as they are preparing to make a real-life playoff run. They secured a huge victory to take over the AFC West on Thursday night, and now they have an opportunity to make a run!
Published Dec 14, 2018 at 3:58pm
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon sent out an apology to his fantasy owners for letting them down.
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I have never let my schooling interfere with my education. — Mark Twain
Story of the Chosen People - Helene Guerber
The Conquest of the Promised Land
God had ordered that all the property of the inhabitants of Jericho should be destroyed. Only one man dared transgress this command, by keeping back a small portion of the spoil. He hid it, and fancied that his disobedience would remain unknown and unpunished. But when the Israelites next tried to take a city, they were defeated. Joshua knew that this misfortune would never have happened if the people had obeyed God’s commands; so he now fervently prayed that the sinner might be revealed.
Lots were drawn, first among the twelve tribes, then among the divisions of the tribe on which the first lot had fallen, and lastly among the families. By this means the sinner was discovered. He confessed having saved two hundred shekels, or pieces of silver, and was punished by being stoned to death with all his family.
This signal example having been made, Joshua again led the people against the city, which they succeeded in taking by stratagem. Thus the Israelites won all the passes from the valley of the Jordan; and, marching on to Shechem, they erected an altar upon which they inscribed the law.
While the Chosen People were tarrying at Shechem, the neighboring nations made a league against them; but the Gibeonites pretended to be friendly with them. Hoping to make the Israelites believe that they lived very far away, the Gibeonites came in tattered garments and worn foot gear, and brought no provisions but moldy bread.
Without consulting God, the Israelites now made an alliance with them; but when they found out the fraud three days later, they marched against Gibeon, and made all the people their slaves.
Shortly after this, Joshua’s troops were attacked by the combined forces of five allied kings, and he would have been overwhelmed by their numbers had he not been helped by a violent hailstorm. Such was the fury of the storm, that there "were more which died with hailstones than they whom the children of Israel slew with the sword."
Joshua began to pursue the fugitives, and seeing that daylight would fail him before the victory was really assured, he commanded: "Sun, stand thou still upon Gibeon; and thou, moon, in the valley of Ajalon." In obedience to this order both sun and moon stood still until Joshua had won a great victory.
Joshua pursued the people to a place where the five kings, his enemies, were hiding in a cave. These monarchs were dragged from their retreat and led away and hanged, just as the sun at last went down and closed the longest day which has ever been known.
By a few more battles Joshua became master of all the southern half of the country, and now he prepared to march northward, and subdue another king, who had an army "as the sand that is upon the seashore in multitude." In spite of this array of warriors, Joshua defeated the king, burned his principal city, put the inhabitants to death, seized their property, and then took possession of all the northern part of the promised land.
Although Joshua had thus conquered all the promised land, many of his enemies were not entirely subdued, and the Canaanites and Philistines still owned much territory. The conquest of their land, however, was reserved for another leader; for Joshua was now very weary and old, and he felt that his end was near.
He therefore called the heads of the remaining ten tribes to him, and portioned out by lot the land which he had conquered. The city of Hebron, however, was given as a reward to Caleb, a man who had never murmured, and who was now the only one left of the twelve spies that had visited the Holy Land forty years before.
The only tribe which received no province at all was that of Levi, because the Levites were chosen to serve the Lord. They were to receive a certain amount from all the people, and the Lord himself "was their inheritance."
Peace now reigned everywhere, and the two tribes of Reuben and Gad, which had received their portions long before, prepared to recross the Jordan, and go home. As soon as they reached the other side of the river, they began to build an altar. Their brethren, fearing that they were about to forget God and worship idols, immediately sent Phinehas, the son of the high priest, to inquire what it meant.
This messenger soon came back, and the people were greatly relieved when they heard that the new altar was not for the worship of foreign gods. The men had built it merely to remind their children that they too belonged to the Chosen Race, although they were separated from the rest of it by the Jordan’s rushing tide.
When all these matters had been satisfactorily settled, Joshua called the heads of the people together, and exhorted them "to keep and to do all that is written in the book of the law of Moses." He prophesied that, if they dared serve other gods, they would lose the land which their God had given them.
Then, after receiving a solemn promise from all the people to remain faithful, and after writing the history of his time, Joshua died peacefully, at the age of one. hundred and ten. He was buried in the country which he had won for Israel, a country which is called the Promised Land, the Holy Land, or Palestine.
The Forbidden Fruit
The First Murder
The Deluge
Noah's Descendents
The Tower of Babel
The Birth of Ishmael
The Birth of Isaac
Abraham's Sacrifice
The Mess of Pottage
Jacob's Return Home
Joseph's Dreams
Pharaoh's Dreams
Jacob in Egypt
The Story of Job
The Ten Plagues
Crossing of the Red Sea
The Twelve Spies
The Brazen Serpent
The Walls of Jericho
Conquest of Promised Land
The Death of Sisera
Gideon's Fleece
Defeat of the Midianites
Jephthah's Daughter
Samson's Riddle
The False Delilah
The Ark Captured
The Return of the Ark
Saul King of Israel
The Anointing of David
David's Flight
David's Generosity
David Made King
Ark Brought to Jerusalem
The Repentance of David
Absalom in Disgrace
The Death of Absalom
The Judgment of Solomon
Building of the Temple
The Death of Solomon
The Two Kingdoms
Seven Kings of Israel
The Great Drought
The Priests of Baal
Naboth's Vineyard
Several Miracles
The Chariot of Fire
Naaman the Leper
The Siege of Samaria
Joash King of Judah
The Story of Jonah
The Captivity of Israel
The Story of Tobit
The Assyrian Host
Prophecies of Jeremiah
Captivity of Judah
Nebuchadnezzar's Dreams
The Feast of Belshazzar
Jews Saved from Death
Alexander and the Priest
Beginning of the End
Destruction of Jerusalem
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May – July 2019 May – Jul 2019
Mon, May 13
9:00 am Molecular Biophysics Structural Biology Research Symposium @ Frick Fine Arts Building
Speaker: Georgios Skiniotis
Title: Stanford University
Lecture Title: Cryo-EM Insights into G Protein Coupled Receptor Activation and Signaling
Register at mbsb.pitt.edu by April 15
4:00 pm Provost’s Inaugural Lecture @ Scaife Hall, Lecture Room 6
Speaker: Catherine M. Bender, PhD, RN
Title: Nancy Glunt Hoffman Professor of Oncology Nursing; Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing, and of Clinical and Translational Science
Lecture Title: Coming Out of the Fog: Advances in the Science of Neurocognitive Function in Cancer
5:00 pm Brain Tumor Research Meeting @ Cooper Conference Room C, Shadyside, Hillman Cancer Center
Speaker: Gary Kohanbash, PhD
Title: Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery; Henry Cermak Fund St. Baldrick’s Foundation Scholar; University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Lecture Title: ImmunoPET for brain tumor immunotherapy
Tue, May 14
12:30 pm Basic & Translational Research Seminar Series @ Cooper Conference Center Room D, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Speaker: Sheila S. David, PhD
Title: Professor of Chemistry, University of California, Davis
Lecture Title: When you are strange: Unusual features of the MUTYH glycosylases and implications in cancer
Wed, May 15
Speaker: Michael Butler, Pharm-D
Title: General Manager, The Healing Center LLC
Lecture Title: Medical Marijuana, Practice Considerations in a Changing Landscape
Thu, May 16
4:00 pm Department of Medicine Special Seminar @ Scaife Hall, conference room 1104
Speaker: Robin Patel, MD
Title: Chair, Division of Clinical Microbiology, and Director of the Infectious Diseases Laboratory, the Mayo Clinic
Lecture Title: The Diagnostic Revolution in Clinical Microbiology
Robin Patel, MD, chair, Division of Clinical Microbiology, and director of the Infectious Diseases Laboratory, the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., will present “The Diagnostic Revolution in Clinical Microbiology” as an Infectious Diseases Grand Rounds special seminar sponsored by the Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, at 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 16 in Scaife Hall, conference room 1104.
This seminar is hosted by John W. Mellors, MD, chief, Division of Infectious Diseases, Professor for Global Elimination of HIV and AIDS, and professor of medicine, School of Medicine.
4:00 pm Pittsburgh Center for Bone & Mineral Research Seminar Series @ BST 1695 Conference Room
Speaker: Alan Zhong Li, PhD
Title: University of Pittsburgh Dept of Orthopedic Surgery, Center for Cellular & Molecular Engineering
Lecture Title: Silica-coated Graphene Oxide Nanosheets Enhance Osteogenesis in 2D and 3D Biomaterials
Speaker: Alison Morris, MD, MS
Title: UPMC Professor of Translational Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine; Professor of Medicine in the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine, Dept of Medicine; and Professor of Immunology and of Clinical and Translational Science
Lecture Title: HIV-Associated Lung Disease: From Pneumocystis to the Microbiome
Fri, May 17
12:00 pm Cancer Virology Program Work-In-Progress Seminar Series @ Cooper Conference Room A/B, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Speaker: Tirthadipa Pradhan-Sundd, PhD
Title: Instructor, Monga Lab, Division of Experimental Pathology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Lecture Title: Liver adherens junction regulates the activation of epithelial to mesenchymal transition
Speaker: Gloria V. Echeverria, PhD
Title: Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Experimental Radiation Oncology, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
Lecture Title: CHALK TALK
Speaker: David W. Andrews, MD, FACS, FAANS
Title: Anthony Alfred Chiurco, MD Professor of Neurological Surgery; Vice Chair of Clinical Services; and Chief, Division of Neuro-Oncology, Vickie and Jack Farber Institute for Neuroscience, Thomas Jefferson University
Lecture Title: A novel autologous cell vaccine for newly diagnosed glioblastoma: results of a Phase 1b trial
Speaker: Riyue Bao, PhD
Title: Research Assistant Professor, Dept of Pediatrics; Associate Director of Cancer Immunology, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Lecture Title: Multi-dimensional Omics to Discover Resistance Mechanisms and Biomarkers in Immuno-Oncology
4:00 pm 2019 Thomas E. Starzl Prize in Surgery and Immunology @ Scaife Hall, Lecture Room 6
Speaker: Jonathan Sprent, PhD
Title: Professor of Immunology and head of the Cellular Immunity Laboratory, Garvan Institute of Medical Research, Sydney, Australia
Lecture Title: Central Tolerance: New Thoughts on an Old Issue
The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, the Department of Surgery, and the Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute are honored to present the 2019 Thomas E. Starzl Prize in Surgery and Immunology to Jonathan Sprent, PhD, in recognition of his outstanding scientific achievements. Sprent will deliver his talk, “Central Tolerance: New Thoughts on an Old Issue,” at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21, in Scaife Hall, Lecture Room 6, with a reception following in room 1102, Scaife Hall. Sprent is professor of immunology and head of the Cellular Immunity Laboratory at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research in Sydney.
Speaker: Marci Lee Nilsen, PhD, RN, CHPN
Title: Assistant Professor, Dept of Acute and Tertiary Care, School of Nursing; Dept of Otolaryngology, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh
Lecture Title: Easing the Burden of Treatment: Managing Complexities of Head and Neck Cancer Survivorship
Speaker: Elizabeth Hildreth
Title: Graduate Student Researcher, Dept of Biological Sciences
Lecture Title: Mutations to the DNA entry-exit site of the nucleosome cause widespread transcription deregulation
Speaker: Daniel Normolle, PhD
Title: Associate Professor, Dept of Biostatistics, University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health; Director, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Biostatistics Facility, University of Pittsburgh
Lecture Title: The Issues with p-Values
Speaker: Ryan Massa, MD
Title: Fellow, Division of Hematology/Oncology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Lecture Title: Role of LAG3 in Melanoma
Speaker: Darleny Lizardo, PhD
Title: Pharmacology and Chemical Biology, School of Medicine
Lecture Title: Microsatellite Instability in Colorectal Cancer Triggers Anti-Tumor Response
3:30 pm 2019 Bernard Fisher Lecture @ Scaife Hall, Lecture Room 6
Speaker: Carl H. June, MD
Title: Richard W. Vague Professor in Immunotherapy, Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, and Director, Center for Cellular Immunotherapies, Perelman School of Medicine, and director, Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy
Lecture Title: Updates in CAR T for Cancer: Solid Tumors on the Horizon?
12:00 pm Introduction to NanoString Technologies @ Hillman Cancer Center Research Pavilion, Second Floor Conference Room
Speaker: Amy Wahba, PhD
Title: Field Application Scientist, NanoString Technologies
Mon, Jun 3
Speaker: Daniel (David) R. Premkumar, PhD
Title: Research Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Lecture Title: Strategies for Counteracting Apoptosis Resistance in Glioma
Tue, Jun 4
12:30 pm Basic & Translational Research Seminar Series: NO SEMINAR JUNE 4 @ Cooper Conference Center Room D, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Speaker: Seminar canceled 6/4/19
Wed, Jun 5
Speaker: Apurva Pandey, MD and Kathan Mehta, MD
Title: Fellows, Division of Hematology/Oncology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Lecture Title: Meeting Unmet Needs in Breast Cancer AND Watchful Waiting vs Early Definitive Treatment in Patients with "Low Risk" Adenocarcinoma of Prostate with Rare Histologic Variants
Speaker: Norie Sugitani, PhD
Title: Department of Radiation Oncology
Lecture Title: How do CD8+ T cells proliferate every 6 hours?
Thu, Jun 6
Fri, Jun 7
Mon, Jun 10
Tue, Jun 11
Speaker: Qing Chen, MD, PhD
Title: Assistant Professor, Immunology, Microenvironment & Metastasis Program; Scientific Director, Imaging Facility, The Wistar Institute, Philadelphia, PA
Lecture Title: Understanding Brain Metastasis
Wed, Jun 12
Speaker: Tala Achkar, MD and Christine Garcia, MD, MPH
Lecture Title: High-Dose Interleukin 2 in Patient's with Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma with Sarcomatoid Features and Standardization of Inpatient CPR Status Discussions and Documentation Within the Division of Hem/Onc at UPMC Shadyside
Speaker: Anette Duensing, MD
Title: Assistant Professor, Dept of Pathology, Cancer Therapeutics Program, Hillman Cancer Center, University of Pittsburgh
Lecture Title: Novel therapeutic strategies for GIST: Targeting the tumor and treating the whole patient
12:00 pm University of Pittsburgh Senior Vice Chancellor’s Research Seminar @ Scaife Hall, Lecture Room 6
Speaker: Yvonne S. Eisele, PhD
Title: Assistant Professor of Medicine (Cardiology), School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh
Lecture Title: Shape Shifters: Protein Aggregation at the Crossroads of Health and Disease
Yvonne S. Eisele, PhD, assistant professor of medicine (Cardiology), School of Medicine, will present the next SVC lecture on Friday, June 14, at noon, in Scaife Hall’s Lecture Room 6. The title of her talk is “Shape Shifters: Protein Aggregation at the Crossroads of Health and Disease.”
SVC lectures are live streamed for people with Pitt login credentials (the lecture will not be available after it has ended). A link to the live stream and more information on Dr. Eisele’s lecture will be available at svc-seminar.pitt.edu two weeks prior to the event.
Due to upcoming construction, the location of this lecture is subject to change.
10:30 am Special Seminar @ West Wing Auditorium, Shadyside Hospital, Main Floor
Speaker: Amanda Lund, PhD
Title: Assistant Professor, Knight Cancer Institute, Oregon Health & Science University
Lecture Title: Lymphatic-Based Regulation of Melanoma Immunity
Speaker: Gwendolyn Sowa, MD, PhD
Title: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Professor, Chair of the Dept of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, of Bioengineering, and of Clinical and Translational Science
Lecture Title: Using Biology To Define Appropriate Treatments for Back Pain: The Right Treatment for the Right Patient at the Right Time
Speaker: Saumyadipta Pyne, PhD
Title: Scientific Director, Public Health Dynamics Laboratory (PHDL); Visiting Associate Professor, Department of Biostatistics, Graduate School of Public Health, University of Pittsburgh
Lecture Title: Data Fusion and Modeling Complexity in Cancer
8:00 am CANCELED–Clinical Oncology and Hematology Grand Rounds @ Shadyside Hospital West Wing Auditorium
Speaker: CANCELED: June 19 Grand Rounds
8:00 am UPMC Hillman Cancer Center 31st Annual Scientific Retreat @ Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum
Speaker: Keynote Speaker: Arthur S. Levine, MD
Title: Senior Vice Chancellor for the Health Sciences and John and Gertrude Petersen Dean of the School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh
This year’s Retreat will focus on the topics of “Data Sharing and Data Analysis,” “Outreach, Screening and Catchment Area in Pennsylvania” and finally, “Cancer Immunology Intersection.” These three topics are of importance and relevance to all who are interested in cancer. We are also pleased to bring back the always-popular Lightning Round.
This year’s Ronald B. Herberman Lectureship Keynote Address will be given by Arthur S. Levine, MD, Senior Vice Chancellor for the Health Sciences and John and Gertrude Petersen Dean of the School of Medicine, who will be stepping down after two decades of distinguished leadership. As an oncologist and cancer researcher particularly focused on DNA damage and repair mechanisms during his career, and a major supporter of UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, Dr. Levine is a highly appropriate Keynote guest.
12:00 pm 2019 Senior Vice Chancellor’s Laureate Lecture Series @ Scaife Hall, Lecture Room 6
Speaker: Aviv Regev, PhD
Title: Professor of Biology, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Chair of the Faculty and Director, Klarman Cell Observatory, Broad Institute
Lecture Title: Cell Atlases as Road Maps to Health and Disease
This seminar series is open to the public, including all interested University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University faculty, students, and staff. Arthur S. Levine, MD, Pitt’s senior vice chancellor for the health sciences and John and Gertrude Petersen Dean of Medicine, will introduce Young and lead the discussion following the lecture.
As a computational and systems biologist, Dr. Regev studies how gene regulation rewires when cells adapt to their environments, when they differentiate, and when species evolve. She and her lab members develop experimental and computational approaches to systematically decipher the mechanisms behind the transcriptional regulatory circuits in organisms ranging from yeast to humans. Dr. Regev investigates how these transcriptional circuits change on a variety of timescales: for example, when cells respond to changing growth conditions (within hours), when cells differentiate (within hours to days), and when species evolve (across millions of years). These studies have yielded detailed reconstructions and highlight key principles that govern the emergence of novel functions in gene regulation. Major research topics in the Regev lab include reconstructing the regulatory circuitry of mammalian cells, circuits controlling cell differentiation, the evolution of gene regulation, and understanding how specific genetic alterations in cancer-causing genes translate into the large-scale transcriptional changes that occur in tumor cells.
At Tel Aviv University, Dr. Regev studied biology, computer science, and mathematics, earning her MS in an interdisciplinary program and, later, her computational biology PhD. Dr. Regev, who is also a Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator, is the recipient of numerous honors and awards, including the Memorial Sloan Kettering Paul Marks Prize for Cancer Research, an NIH Director’s Pioneer Award, and the Overton Prize from the International Society for Computational Biology. She was elected to the National Academy of Sciences in 2019.
12:00 pm Seminar @ Cooper Conference Rooms B/C, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Speaker: Daniel Trombly, PhD
Title: Gene Editing Specialist, Biocytogen Boston Corporation
Lecture Title: CRISPR /Cas9 Based Extreme Genome Editing (EGE™) and its Applications
1:00 pm 2019 Advances in Cancer Immunotherapy Symposium @ Herberman Conference Center, Room 202A, Cancer Pavilion, Shadyside Hospital
Speaker: Hosted by Michael T. Lotze, MD, FACS
Title: Professor of Surgery, Immunology, and Bioengineering; Senior Advisor, Immune Transplant & Therapy Center, UPMC Enterprises
Please join us for our second annual ITTC/UPMC advances in cancer immunotherapy meeting. Refreshments will be provided.
Herberman Conference Center, Room 202A, Second Floor
Cancer Pavilion, UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA
To register, contact Darren Gilmartin at gilmartind@upmc.edu or Kathy Griffin at griffinka@upmc.edu.
Speaker: Ravi B. Patel, MD, PhD
Title: Clinical Instructor, University of Wisconsin, School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, Wisconsin
Lecture Title: Combinatory Treatment Strategies: Investigating the Role of Radiotherapy to Augment Efficacy of Cancer Immunotherapy Treatment
Speaker: Shari Rogal, MD, MPH
Title: John J. Fung/Astellas Pharma US, Inc. Assistant Professor of Transplant Surgery and Assistant Professor of Surgery and of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition
Lecture Title: Using Implementation Science To Improve Care for Patients with Chronic Liver Disease
Speaker: Laura Ferris, MD, PhD
Title: Associate Professor, Department of Dermatology and Clinical Translational Science Institute, University of Pittsburgh; Chief of Dermatology, UPMC St. Margaret Hospital, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Lecture Title: The Use of Gene Expression Profiling in Diagnosing Melanoma
Speaker: Arisha Patel, MD and Richard Wu, MD, PhD
Lecture Title: Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict Hospital Readmissions in High Risk Sickle Cell Disease and Understanding the Role and Function of PD-1+ Tregs in Cancer Patients
3:00 pm Special Seminar @ Cooper Conference Center, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Speaker: Prasad S. Adusumilli, MD
Title: Deputy Chief, Translational and Clinical Research, Thoracic Surgery; Head, Solid Tumor Malignancy, Cellular Therapeutics Center, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Cornell University, New York, New York
Lecture Title: CAR T-cell Therapy for Solid Tumors: Concepts to Clinical Translation
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July 14, 1984 - Hillside is Born!
Located at the Riverside Park Band shell. Admission is free with an optional donation fee. The program is distributed on a single, photocopied sheet that promises: "11 hour music celebration for all ages - noon - 11pm."
July 13, 1985 - Head to Head with Live Aid
Hillside is takes place the same day as Live Aid. Admission fee is $5.00 in advance, $6.00 at the gate, $4.00 unwaged. The seven-act line up includes Common Ground, Tamarack, Magician Tom Kubinek, The Reverbs, James Gordon, and Aleod. All artists perform free of charge. Food is provided by the Guelph Food Co-op.
July 19, 1986 - The Hillside "Brand"
Billed as "small town integrity" with "homegrown musical talent, craft display, and wholesome foods." Workshops introduced, including kayaking, angling, and kite flying. Hillside is incorporated as a non-profit with a board of directors and joins the Ontario Council of Folk Festivals.
July 17-19, 1987 - Island Bound
Hillside moves to Guelph Lake Island and expands to a three-day event with multiple stages.The Hillside bus is introduced, picking festival patrons up downtown in front of the Treanon Restaurant. Camping and the beer tent are introduced.
July 15-17, 1988 - Field, Brick, Grove
The main stage is named the Field Stage. Stages 1 and 2 become the Brickhouse and Grove stages. The downtown bus stop is moved to the Stone Store. Blue boxes, supplied by the city, are introduced for recycling cans, glass, and newsprint.
July 21-23, 1989 - Take it to the Top
Guelph is cited as one of the "top ten places to live in Canada" and Hillside is one of the reasons. Hillside receives its first Ontario Arts Council and City of Guelph grants. Guelph Lake Conservation area improves water and electrical services to the island. Price of a Hillside membership is $15.
July 20-22, 1990 - Sold Out!
Hillside has its first sold-out Saturday night. The Hillside community quilt is made during the festival, and then raffled off on site. The first festival map is printed.
July 19-21, 1991 - Speaking Out
Spoken word performances are introduced. Hat bands are introduced. Musicians place their names in a hat, drawing them to see who plays together. Introduction of the Hillside "free for all." After the last performance on Sunday, all patrons are invited to share thoughts and ideas about the festival.
July 1-19, 1992 - A New Identity
The current Hillside logo is introduced. A solar stage is provided by Energy Action Council. The Mind, Body, and Spirit tent opens.
July 23-25, 1993 - Tofu Love Punx
The first environmental expo is introduced. The youth committee, open to 16-20 year olds is formed. They call themselves the "Tofu Love Punx." A volunteer "thank-you" party is held at the Brick Brewery in Waterloo.
July 22-24, 1994 - Changes
First year that ticket prices include admission to the Guelph Lake Conservation Area. Over 400 volunteers sign up. The program includes food vendor menus. Youth bands, chosen by volunteers, perform on the main stage.
July 21-23, 1995 - Survey Says...
Speed River Cycle offers free lockup and minor repairs. Ticket prices rise to $35 for Early Birds and $45 Advance. The Hillside budget reaches $250,000. The first Hillside Survey is distributed.
July 19-21, 1996 - Top 25
Acoustic Guitar Magazine ranks Hillside as one of the top 25 festivals in North America (with one of the smallest budgets). The city implements the Wet/Dry waste system.
July 25-27, 1997 - The Fashion Fuzz
Spoken Word and Hand Drumming profiles are included in program. Fashion policeman, O.J. Anderson, patrols Hillside distributing hilarious citations.
July 24-26, 1998 - Going Online
The Hillside web site is launched. There are more than 500 volunteers and 40 acts. The famous "mud kids" photo is on the back cover of program.
July 23-25, 1999 - Cirlce of Love
The Aboriginal Circle is launched. Evergreen Seniors Center and Guelph-Wellington Seniors Association celebrate "International Year of the Older Person." A major thunderstorm shuts down the Main Stage. All acts are temporarily relocated to the tents.
July 21-23, 2000 - Taking Hillside Home
The first Hillside CD is released, featuring live tracks from the 1999 festival. The Hillside t-shirt is made from 100% organic cotton. There are more than 800 volunteers, a Hillside record.
July 20-22, 2001 - The Merch Tent
Performer's merchandise is housed in a separate tent due to unprecedented sales the previous year.
July 19-21, 2002 - Onto a New Stage
The permanent Hillside Community Stage is completed. Weekend passes sell out for first time. More than 1,000 volunteers work the festival.
July 25, 2003 - Hillside Turns 20
Hillside turns 20. Online ticket sales are introduced. After 12 years, The Barenaked Ladies return to Hillside and perform a Thursday night fundraiser to help pay for the new stage.
July 23-25, 2004 - Good Growth
Hillside does its first full financial audit, opening the door to larger grants from government sources. Investments are made in island infrastructure to support the growing festival.
July 22-25, 2005 - Green Roof
For the first time, all tickets are sold out before the festival opens. The living roof on the permanent stage is planted and irrigation begins. The traditional two-gate system is changed and the main gate is re-located to the parking area.
July 21-23, 2006 - Electrifying
Weekend passes sell out in under a week. The island's electricity infrastructure is improved. Food vendors expand around the site, beyond food pavilion.
July 27-29, 2007 - Going Inside
Hillside's free public water program is introduced. Sign language interpreters are available for some of the performances. Planning for the first annual Hillside Inside begins. The event is to be held at the Sleeman Centre in February 2008.
July 25-27, 2008 - 25th Anniversary
Hillside celebrates its 25th anniversary. The dishwashing team introduces a new resusabe product, a Spork - half spoon and half fork. Tibetan Monks perform at the summer festival.
July 24-26, 2009 - Volunteers
New intiatives created in Volunteer Managament such as Group Orientation for New Volunteers, Eco Volunteer Waste Crew and Volunteer Support Crew.
July 23-25, 2010 - Even More Electrifying
Lightning rods are installed on the Main Stage and Food Pavillion roofs. Hillside is sponsored by Natvik Design who generously donated hundreds of native and locally-adapted plants to ticket-buyers on the May on-sale day. For this, they are awarded the 'Most Innovative Partnership' award from Festival & Events Ontario.
July 22-24, 2011 - Trash-Turnaround
Hillside partners with Green Legacy to give white pine seedlings to all loyal ticket buyers who came to the office on the first day of sales. Hillside offers a fully biodegradable beer mug made from a corn based resin. Trash-Turnaround Stations are created to help better sort through different types of waste. February 2011: Hillside Inside expands over 2 days, leaving the Sleeman Centre arena and using multiple downtown venues that are accessible.
July 27-29, 2012 - Advocacy, Award and Accessibility
Organized bike rides are led to and from the festival each day by Guelph's cycling advocacy group, GOTBike. Lloyd Grinham, our Site Director and longstanding volunteer, is awarded the Festivals and Events Ontario Hall of Fame award for "oustanding contribution to a festival." Hillside receives a federal grant to begin working on a new accessible website so that it will be easier for people with special needs to participate in our online culture.
July 26-28, 2013 - Our 30th Birthday
The summer program, designed by Gareth Lind of LindDesign, includes an eight-page colour pull-out celebrating our 30 years in words and pictures. The Site Decor crew and the 30th anniversary committee resuscitate the Star Chamber, a multi-media, interactive display chamber for everyone to commemorate their Hillside experiences. Justin Peterson, coordinator of Dishwashing, receives the Volunteer of the Year Award from Festivals & Events Ontario. First year for the Youth Showcase, which starts after the Aboriginal Opening. Hillside introduces a stainless-steel mug with a thermal sleeve. Jamie Kapitain's "guitar guy" (2013 artwork) is printed on the side of the mug. Our accessible website is officially launched in April 2013. Daily newsletter introduced at summer festival, written by Tabassum Siddiqui and called The Hillside Hum. We move into our new office at 341 Woolwich Street in November 2013 and begin renovating it to make it accessible.
July 25-27, 2014 - Stormy Weather
We won several surprise awards this year: an Access Recognition Award from the City of Guelph's Barrier-Free Committee, a Grand River Honour Roll Award "for actions to protect and enhance the natural environment and heritage of the Grand River watershed," and a Festival of Distinction Award from Festivals & Events Ontario. The Site crew created "The Dorito" (a 17-foot triangle of material on poles) to provide shade in the Green Space. Using money raised by the Green Team, Nick Dalton and a crew of volunteers design and build Hillside's first solar water heater to heat Dishwashing's water on site. Summer festival programming is suspended and then the festival closes early on Sunday because of dangerous storms.
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The Troubles in Northern Ireland
Thread starter Karina
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Hello, I come from Germany and in school, we are currently working on a project about Ireland. The topic of my group is "The Troubles" (the conflict between Englishmen and Irishmen). We are interested to find out about the relationship of the Englishmen ans Irishmen and we want to know, if there are still any troubles today and why. We prepared a questionnaire and we would be very grateful if you answer the questions! Answering the questionnaire make it easy for us to summarize the different opinions! In addition I will also ask the question in this thread for discussing. Because than we can find out about other views.
First this is the link for the questionnaire:
http://home.pages.at/questionnaire1/index.html
And this is the questions about you can discuss:
Are there any troubles between the Republic Ireland and England today?
If you think so you can discuss about the reason for the troubles
Some possible reason could be:
- because of England took the land of your forefathers.
- because of England tried to force your religion upon your forefathers.
- because of England took your mother tongue.
- or because of the ignorance of the English people during the famine (1845 – 1849).
I would be glad about an active discussion.
Toltec
I think you first problem is that the Irish troubles are not troubles between Englishmen and Irishmen as you put it.
I think you need to go back to the drawing board and (1) study the the Act of Union, (2) next the history of the migrations to Ireland and (3) then consider who the protestants are today not where they came from.
Gile na Gile
Fireland
Karina said:
Yes, they have been small bones of contention over the years.
Historum Emeritas
The Troubles was a conflict between stupid Protestant and stupid Catholic Irish extremist groups (UDA v IRA with Britain caught in the crossfire). The Catholics wanted to join the Irish republic, the Protestants didn't. So the idiots spent 30 years murdering each other instead of trying to negotiate a peaceful solution.
alex87tkd
Gleasga (Glasgow)
The Troubles are a diverse and difficult issue.
On the one hand you have the mainly Catholic population of Ireland (Eire) who wish to see the whole island independent of Britain. On the other you have the Protestant descendants of the many Scots that moved to Northern Ireland (Ulster) and wish to remain British. However, you also have a great deal of Catholic Irish and the decedents of them in Scotland and there are those with deep set sectarianism in them. The British Army attempted to police the situation and stop terrorist organistaions like the IRA.
Views on the hows and whys vary greatly and it's still a raw wound to many. In my opinion, a great deal of it is based on people fighting over (surprise, surprise) that God fella and how to worship it, Him, Her or whatever. These days, the IRA has disbanded and there is (a shaky at best) power sharing deal with the Northern Irish Assembly. There are many, many sad and horrific moments in the history of Ireland, but to blame the English (I think you mean British by the way) is rather narrow minded.
Severian
Actually I blame the lack of action from our own government for the continuation of a divided Ireland. The Irish government should be constantly lobbying Westminster regarding the issue, but they're not. Nationalists in the North feel abandoned.
Hickdive
The roots of the troubles go much deeper than you imply, you really need to study the history of Ireland from the first plantation onwards. I suggest reading some of Robert Kee's work for a good overview, also beware that it is very difficult to find unbiased Irish or British authors on the topic.
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Yearning for the days of patriotism, Christianity, decency, and Emily Post!
http://thecatholicladyblog.blogspot.com/2017/02/lady-day-march-8-pure-goodness-at-work.html.
True Motherhood vs Feminist Theme! Being a mother, a vessel, yes, this is the only true function of a woman. It seems that International Women’s Day is quite the thorn in catholic sides; other flavours of christianity too. The brief article extolling the virtues of motherhood is what you’d expect, but I was rather amused by how the comments got quickly derailed into a major moan about how women simply will not wear dresses. Came as a surprise to me, because I always see lots of women wearing dresses. I’ve been known to wear them myself now and then. Here’s a small sample:
I do not understand what the loud-mouthed, vulgar, disgusting, unkempt, disreputable, profane women of today are trying to achieve or prove. When I was in college, the ladies were appetizing, and the gentlemen were appealing. Today, they are slobs. When I attended a medical meeting a few months ago, about 100 people were in attendance. I sat up near the front of the audience. When the speaker finished, I turned to look back at the gathering. I was disappointed and distressed to observe that I was the only lady there who was wearing a dress. The other women wore slacks. How the mighty have fallen. When Billy Graham died, a young woman said foul, shocking things about him, because he didn’t believe in abortion or homosexuality. She was a pretty girl, but to hear such off-color utterances from her was appalling. One day, as I was entering a grocery store, a gentleman approached, at the same time, with a dowdy-looking, plump woman, who was wearing blue jeans. He said something, and seemed to be addressing me, so I inquired a la Robert DeNiro, “Are you talking to me?” He replied, in a wistful, awe-stricken tone, “You’re wearing a dress.” Gee whiz! I hadn’t realized that one of my pet peeves had irked anyone else but me. I was both amused and regretful at his attitude of having found an oasis in the desert. I wondered if his female companion had heard what he said, and if she had, what did she think. However, I did not linger to hear anything more, but proceeded into the grocery store with a polite smile. With all the trash in the movies and on TV today, I am not surprised at the terrible breakdown in morals and standards, resulting in all the shootings. The shooters probably never frequented Carnegie Library or any other library, or had any discussions about morals and standards with their parents. Reading what you have written, I fear sadly and regretfully that we probably are too far out into the swamp to turn back the clock to the days of Mister Rogers. We can yearn for the days of patriotism, Christianity, decency, and Emily Post, but lots of luck! We can only hope and pray!
Mmmph. I grew up during those days. Thankfully, evolving into a happy hippie saved me from the pretentious corsetry of Emily Post. I was raised to be a “lady.” It sucked, and I wanted no part of it, and I much happier for having rejected being an always quiet picture of gentility, keeping my place in the bed and kitchen.
Regarding the lady named Grace, I absolutely agree with her. Women today now do cross-dressing. I often say to my husband when we are out “nobody is wearing a dress or skirt. When we are told that babies in the womb are not human babies, I ask what are they then? Rabbits, cats, dogs. No abortionist will agree we are human because they wouldn’thave A job to go to. In other words it is about “Money”.
I’ve been wearing jeans for one hell of a long time now. It’s not cross dressing. What about kilts? They’ve been around for just about forever, are those awful cross dressing too?
We have to imitate our BLESSED MOTHER MARY, would she be wearing slacks/trousers? I know of someone who had two pant outfits and the legs of both were slightly wide so that she had them made into skirts!
Especially when attending the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, it’s respect for JESUS, HIS MOTHER, THE PRIESTS and all those around her! Besides, it sets a good example for the younger generation!
Showing leg is respect? Hmmm.
Great idea but unfortunately the dresses one sees in the stores look more like tops instead of dresses. While I’m not one to wear a dress that reaches the ground, it would be nice to see the styles of years gone by.
Depends on where you shop, m’dear. Have you tried thrift stores?
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brucegee1962 says
But wait, aren’t the priests wearing dresses? And I don’t think I’ve ever seen a picture of Joseph where he’s wearing pants. I’m so confused.
They wear pants under the robes. At least, they’re supposed to…
Daz: Uffish, yet slightly frabjous says
Then there’s Jesus, who would likely have been dressed in a stylish kimono-like affair with a poncho over the top, decorated with nice masculine tassels.
These parochial nitwits always, for me, bring to mind George Bernard Shaw:
Pardon him, Theodotus: he is a barbarian, and thinks that the customs of his tribe and island are the laws of nature.
Daz:
Joseph Zowghi says
That line about women being appetizing. Does that creep out anybody else?
This reminds me of a passage in 1 Corinthians about proper hair length for men and women. According to Paul, nature itself tells us that long hair is shameful on a man. Some translations render it “the nature of things,” and people have suggested that Paul is referring to culture rather than nature itself. Either way, attaching shame to hair length just doesn’t make any sense to me.
Joseph:
Oh hair, still a cultural mess. A woman’s crowning glory; a man’s shame. If that christian god had any brains, then why do men have the capacity to grow their hair long if it’s such a bad and sinful thing? Wasn’t always bad though, most of the characters in the old testament were going about with long hair -- losing the stuff cost Samson, too.
Tabby Lavalamp says
Great idea but unfortunately the dresses one sees in the stores look more like tops instead of dresses.
Wait… If women today aren’t wearing dresses, why are stores carrying them? It doesn’t seem profitable to stock an item nobody is buying.
No abortionist will agree we are human because they wouldn’thave A job to go to. In other words it is about “Money”
Sure, you can be a sucker and go into heart surgery or plastic surgery, but if you want to go where the real money is, you become an abortion doctor! I can barely drag mine off his yacht so I can use the procedure as birth control!
I like to think that Mary, given the choice, would have preferred a nice pair of pants herself. Perhaps some capris, and at least one pair of short-shorts for high summer.
Women, appetizing? Heh. I can put on that dress, but it won’t do anything to unspice my character.
rq:
I can put on that dress, but it won’t do anything to unspice my character.
Word. Uppity all the way.
busterggi says
“so I inquired a la Robert DeNiro, “Are you talking to me?”
So Travis Bickle is the default persona for good Christians? Wassamatta, Jeffie Dahmer no good enough?
The weirdest thing about the line about women being appetizing is that apparently it was a woman who wrote that, and one we can safely assume is against non-marital sex. Shouldn’t she want women to not be “appetizing” so as not to inflame the passions of men? (Or other women, as we can also safely assume she is rabidly homophobic.)
nowamfound says
dresses and skirts? i grew up in the 50’s and i thought then and i think now , that skirts of any sort are just easy access for people like the orange ferret wearing treason weasel : easy access for pussy grabbers. and given how the catHoLIc church and the christians, so called, protect child abusers and rapists and advocate for the submission and domination of women, well it don’t seem like such a paradise
i think zombie jeebus fashionable outfit would have been more like a sarong given, no zippers buttons. just a nice drape
I do wear a dress or a skirt quite often, I’m wearing a floor length skirt right now. Over leggings and sheepskin boots, because that combo is warmer than jeans or cords. On the other hand I’m not wearing a bra, but I am wearing three thin wool layers and a thick hemp/cotton top too so I certainly do not look ‘appetiizing’. The combo saves us a lot of money on heating, also keeping the house cooler apart from the money and environmental benefits is more pleasant for our long-haired dogs.
Yeah, I have lots of long dresses, wear them all the time. They are very comfortable, and you can easily add heat or shed it with layers or none at all.
I’ve given thought to getting a kilt. I can’t seem to find pants that don’t pinch my upper thighs.
Kilts are good.
whirlwitch says
My preferred length of skirt is long, and my legs are short, so I end up sweeping the ground with my magnificent skirtage not infrequently. I have an urge to get one of my long ruffly numbers and go wear it at this woman while being foulmouthed and brash.
Also she can leave Fred Rogers alone. He liked me just the way I am, and was pretty damned inclusive of everybody. Wearing house shoes and zip cardigans does not a bigot make.
Lofty says
We yearn for the day when anyone can wear trousers or dresses or whatever and no-one thinks it’s out of the ordinary.
I must second whirlwitch’s comment about Fred Rogers. His gentle warmth is nothing like the reactionary snobbery on display in those comments. It sets my teeth to grinding to see him invoked for their agenda of intolerant theocracy.
smrnda says
When I was in college, the ladies were appetizing, and the gentlemen were appealing. Today, they are slobs.
Maybe it’s because college is a bit more demanding than it was back then? It’s like like women go to college for the MRS degree anymore, nor is college just a sort of ‘finishing school’ for members of the upper middle class.
And what kind of obnoxious is this writer to bash a ‘dowdy, plump’ woman wearing jeans? Seems a bit shallow there.
emergence says
As a man, I don’t exactly feel respect for “ladies” who are obsessed with superficial femininity and think the greatest calling they have in life is to pump out babies. That especially goes for “ladies” who attack other women who don’t confirm to the same shallow cultural expectations.
That quote from Shaw really sums up the core problem with traditionalist conservatives. Hell, it’s the whole reason evolutionary psychology exists.
Also, no, it’s not a rabbit, a cat, or a dog. Depending on when we’re talking about, it’s either a fetus, an embryo, or a zygote. Does this dumbshit even understand that humans have different stages in our life cycle? If not, that explains why Catholics think that blastocysts are morally equivalent to newborn babies.
Really though, a major problem with the religious right is that they mask their toxic, hateful ideology behind superficial wholesomeness.
mountainbob says
Emily Post as an antidote to murder? The antidote is more likely to rise from Emily’s List (supporting quality/qualified female candidates for public office). The question that keeps rising for me is “Why do we Americans take recourse in violence so readily?” That’s road rage, domestic violence, date rape, fights, knifings, and everyday shootings. I’ve been slighted, even insulted or provoked, so I take knife or gun in hand and shoot the offender? Often the person shot is a family member with a long history of “affectional” relations with the actor. In the alternative, it’s a stranger who the shooter will never see again; but whom the actor just feels compelled to kill. Why?
Mass shootings reflect another set of issues entirely.
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Frances Ha by Noah Baumbach
Frances Ha is a character study of its lead character, Frances Halladay, a dancer in her late twenties trying to find herself career wise and work through with her friends and surrounding community.
The title character Frances and her friends, notably New York hipsters, are not particularly interesting company. Having seen Baumbach’s previous film Greenberg, what is Noah Baumbach’s fascination with these hipster generation-Z characters that have an aversion for employment? Is Baumbach critiquing them, implying they should better people? No, Baumbach just navel gazes at the New York hipster sheik. Did I learn anything new about this generation’s youth? No, because I already know people like this and generally avoid them.
For instance, Frances seems to be afraid of the typical career ladder and desires something more. Dancing, what’s she’s established as her job, doesn’t seem fulfilling. But being a waitress is out of the question because her privileged upbringing makes it humiliating. Meanwhile, things start to become financially difficult. She then starts to lie pathologically to keep up with her friends who have gone ahead in life. Is she active in discovering her passion? No, she just mopes around, hoping it’ll hit her one day.
And like that, the movie goes on and on. Even at 89 minutes, it felt long watching these characters mope along talking about nothing. Greta Gerwig is very good in the lead part and displays a considerable amount of depth playing a quarter life crisis. She captured that boomerang generation mentality to a tee. It succeeds at what it does as a character portrait, but it’s truly interesting only when her character gets active. I just wished more things, whether comic, dramatic or tragic, happened so that she can be more compelling. For me, only the last 15 minutes were interesting. After all, there’s only so much quirkiness one can take.
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Sleeping Beauty by Julia Leigh
Lucy (played by Emily Browning) is a a young university student who does a variety of odd jobs to support her education. She volunteers as a test subject in a lab, a waitress in a cafe, a copy girl in an office, and sits in a high class bar offering herself as an escort. One day, she’s interviewed by Carol (played by Rachael Blake), and ends up doing erotic freelance work in which she is required to be in a drug-induced sleep in bed alongside paying customers. Things ensue.
I saw the trailer for this film on Apple Trailers and read that it played in Cannes. The trailer has all these film critic quotes paying it compliments so I decided to check it out.
The film asks the audience to be afraid for Lucy, that somehow sleeping side these men will somehow rob her innocence. Admittedly I was afraid for her the first two times, only because she is a girl who’s voluntarily put to sleep while these customers are brought in to do anything they want to her except intercourse. After all, it’s only a verbal agreement. Nothing is stopping them from putting it in. By the third time, I was not afraid for her any longer. The first two sleeping sessions should have built up to the third, but it did not. My chivalry and sense of danger had dissipated and I needed more from the story to care about this girl in this horrible situation. Then I realized, she’s not innocent at all if it’s her third time. And I found this problematic with the movie.
We are given hints of Lucy’s backstory is several scenes. It’s not given with exposition but they are so few and far between it leaves way too many gaps for the audience to construct a real sense of pathos for Lucy. It creates more questions. What’s Lucy’s major? What’s her dream? Why is she financially independent? This is a case of a director being too subtle for her own good. It was as if Julia Leigh was aware of giving exposition in a story and wanted to leave the appropriate amount of empty space for the audience to imagine her past, but ended up leaving too much.
Emily Browning’s role in Sucker Punch and this film reminds me of how the young Natalie Portman used to have a penchant for Lolita-like roles. Part of Browning’s acting presence in Sleeping Beauty is her titillating the audience with her youthful physicality. I was very aware of that in this film because at times I was titillated and other times watching her made me uncomfortable. She had to bear all for this performance and it’s too bad because nothing was said with the nudity. It’s not her fault, she’s a competent actress who is doing what her director is telling her to do. It begs the question, what was Julia Leigh’s objective with this story?
The cinematography attempts an empty creepy tension through its wide still shots, it succeeds part of the time depending on what’s going on, but part of the time it is quite bland. There’s some nice art direction in these locations. To the film’s credit, the wide shots manage to build up to one very effective close-up when an old customer enters with Carol, sits on the bedside next to a sleeping Lucy and tells this very psychotic story straight into the camera. I was creeped out by the old man so much I could not follow the details of what his story was about. What scared me was the prospect of what he was about to do once he was alone with Lucy. But overall, swinging from titillating to creepy to bland, there was nothing consistent enough to grip me.
Nudity can be powerful in a story when used correctly in the right context, examples such as Monica Bellucci in Irreversible, Tang Wei in Ang Lee’s Lust, Caution or even Elena Anaya in Pedro Almodóvar’s The Skin I Live In. I thought about what Julia Leigh wanted to say with the nudity. At one point, it seemed to be the lifeless clinical nudity akin to how Stanley Kubrick used nudity in Eyes Wide Shut and A Clockwork Orange. Is the director using nudity as a symbol of women selling their souls for money through her almost-prostitution-like job? And then I snapped myself out of that notion. “No no no…” I told myself, “You’re not getting away with this.” That’s what Sleeping Beauty was trying to be, but not what it achieved.
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Into the Abyss by Werner Herzog
On October, 24 2001, Michael Perry and his friend, Jason Burkett, decided steal a Camaro from the the Montgomery home of Sandra Stotler. Perry entered the house through the garage. Perry shot Sandra Stotler with a shotgun and the two men dumped her body in Montgomery County’s Crater Lake.
The duo then returned to the gated community where Sandra Stotler lived and waited outside the locked gate until the dead woman’s son, Adam Stotler, and his friend, 18-year-old Jeremy Richardson arrived. Perry and Burkett lured the teens to a wooded area and killed Adam Stotler and Richardson. Perry and Burkett, driving the Isuzu Rodeo Adam Stotler had been using, went back to Sandra Stotler’s home and finally stole her Camaro. They kept the Camaro for no longer than 72 hours and were finally apprehended after a gun fight with the police. Perry received a death sentence and Burkett received a life sentence.
Into the Abyss is the new documentary film from Werner Herzog, it focuses on the two convicts and various people affected by the crime. In his documentaries, Herzog always seeks what he calls the “ecstatic truth”, his theory that storytellers should never look away from the truth. It’s not enough that we know that murder exists. You have to look at it face-to-face. Once you do this, you will find a whole well of deeper truth.
That was my experience watching Into the Abyss, on the surface it covers a very depressing subject. At the helm of any lesser director it would probably be depressing. Instead, it cuts right through and takes you to different places emotionally beyond “hey dude, murder is depressing, so be depressed while you watch this”. It’s emotionally raw, the parts about the victim’s families dealing with the victim’s deaths are powerful stories. We see that it so much more harder to grieve when one’s death was over something so meaningless. Mostly we can say that these deaths are all made from wrong choices. Did these people have a choice? Some seemingly did and some claimed they did not. It would be so much easier to judge and encapsulate how we feel about a person’s actions if we did not look at the whole truth of his predicament.
There is humor at times, but it’s not there to break tension. It comes as part of the ecstatic truth. Herzog greets the father of Jason Burkett, Delbert Burkett, who is also in prison, “How are you?” The sits down and casually snaps a “I’m fine.” Herzog half-scoffs, “How fine (are you really)?” Delbert recounts how he testified for his son in court and pleaded to the judge not to execute Jason. He blames himself for not being there as a father and never gave his son a chance for a good life.
It’s even romantic at times, the wife of Jason Burkett speaks about how she fell in love with her husband and desires to bear his child, despite that they will not be together for 40 years until he makes parole. She holds a sonogram picture of the baby and that was an unnerving moment. As she held up the picture, I wondered if the child is another seed of criminality. That’s what I saw. I think other people will have different interpretations. The film is dense enough for it.
One of the most chilling moments for me was the interview with Fred Allen, the Captain of the Death House Team in Texas, where the prisoners are brought to be executed. He describes the procedure of taking the patient to be lethally injected and his struggle with keeping the job after lethally injecting 125 convicts. A notepad is shown noting the times of the procedure of Michael Perry’s execution: when he arrived, when he was strapped to the bed, when he was injected and when he passed. That struck me still. I did not have an emotion for that.
Herzog does not narrate as he usually does and I think that was a good aesthetic choice. He only conducts the interviews. Herzog’s own views are implied in the film (he is against the idea of capital punishment), but it’s not as loud of a statement as one would experience in a Michael Moore film. It is unlike Cave of Forgotten Dreams where he needed to answer, “Why the hell are we looking at these caves for 2 hours?” There is no question of why we need to watch this and Werner Herzog takes a step back from telling us his personal views. The viewer is left to decide how they want to judge the actions Michael Perry and Jason Burkett. Herzog provides no answers, but asks all the right questions.
Why did these three people die for a car? Why did these two kids kill for a joyride? How does death affect a family? How do you live your life knowing that you will be executed next week? Is there any real purpose to executing Michael Perry? After all, it won’t bring them back. Does anyone, including the state, have any right to take a life? Just because the law says so, does that make it right?
At the end, It left me raised the hairs on the back of my neck. I thought about the absurdity and ironies of life. Into the Abyss reflected the human predicament and how as human beings we think we know everything, but we are not even close to understanding ourselves.
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For Projekt Ich we did the third remix, having a good time with the material. It is a blend of techno, electro, a sprinkle of trance and maybe a hint of drum and bass. It turns out to be one of the favorite versions of the track and actually has been played on plenty of (online) radio stations. The origjnal track and remixes were released on 27 July 2018
Following the critically acclaimed single releases “Where Are The Angels (link to Hoof remix)” feat. Mick L. Angelo (5TimesZero) in November 2017, “Little Star” feat. Catrine Christensen (SoftWave) in February 2018 as well as “Doch das, was blieb (link to Hoof remix)” feat. Markus Kühnel (Elandor) in June 2018 and as a pre-taste of the debut album scheduled for autumn / winter 2018, Projekt Ich aka Ulf Müller released the fourth single “This Time I’m Over You” on Echozone.
Ulf Müller was able to get Erik Stein from the English band ‘Cult With No Name‘ to refine the song with his extremely multifaceted voice which allows him to tell emotional stories in a very compelling way.
“This Time I’m Over You” deals with a failed relationship between two people who over the years hurt each other again and again and see their love in shambles, just to try once more to be together again. But now, one of them cannot and does not want to start anew: “This Time I’m Over You”.
Besides the original track, “This Time I’m Over You” features one instrumental version and 11 great remixes by international artists.
Remix package: Hoof (NL), IMUNAR (DE), Areal Kollen (CN), Fourth Engine (UK), Chem 7 (UK), Depechen (DE), Monotronic (DE), Bear Cave Studio (BE), RMP (DE), IDEOPHOBIA (RU) and Stefan Käshammer (DE).
Patrick Knoch (Elektrostaub) is again responsible for the mastering. Markus Kühnel from Nocturnal Studios designed the front cover as well as all further artwork for the single release.
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Captain Tightpants And The Original V Series Return To Your Screens
Caitlin Petrakovitz
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Nathan Fillion is back in the world's tightest pants this week. Plus, Halloween brings a spate of classic horror movies. The original V is back! And there's new Heroes, Fringe, Supernatural, Smallville and more. Clips and minor spoilers below!
Heroes -
Matt takes a risk trying to rid himself of Sylar as Noah, newly launched on his "helping" kick, asks Tracy to help a boy who's similar to her younger self, on NBC at 8 PM. Gretchen and Claire are, of course, headed for some good old-fashioned hazing, but they definitely have larger problems facing them.
Novelist Castle (Nathan Fillion) learns that a dead man wearing vampire teeth is discovered in a graveyard ... with a stake through his heart. The ensuing investigation leads him and his partner to uncover a group of vamp fetishists, and a victim who was writing a graphic novel. Also, Fillion changes back into his familiar browncoat while discovering the faux-vampire's body.
Nathan Fillion References Buffy, Firefly And Underworld In One Scene
We've been waiting eagerly for the big Captain Mal reveal on Castle, and our patience has…
Bloodlines: The Dracula Family Tree -
It's not a new special, but in the interest of Halloween on Saturday, on the History Channel at 10 PM is a look at the historical roots of the Dracula legend, not surprisingly tracing it back to the Romanian Vlad Tepes (aka Vlad The Impaler) from the 15th century.
Ghost Lab -
The brothers visit Chicago on Discovery Channel at 10 PM to probe a tattoo parlor, and ghostly prostitutes who haunt a bed-and-breakfast that used to be a bordello.
<em.2009 Scream Awards -
The fourth annual show awards the best in horror, scifi and fantasy genres, and this year, on Spike at 10 PM, George Romero receives the Scream mastermind Award, to be presented to him by Quentin Tarantino. Footage from New Moon will be aired, though it's not clear whether it will be new or a mash of the same stuff we've seen.
The classic Peanuts movie It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown is on ABC at 8 PM.
MythBusters -
The team tests out kitchen myths on the Discovery Channel at 9 PM, including cheese's suitability as cannon fodder.
Ghost Hunters -
Colorado's Briarhurst Manor is home to a ghostly child and female spectre, on Syfy at 9 PM.
Destination Truth -
Are there werewolves in Romania? On Syfy at 10 PM, the team investigates Romanian sightings and heads to Chile to file reports on a dinosaur-esque creature.
Eastwick -
On ABC at 10 PM, as the magic-ridden town prepares for its own version of Christmas, the women are floundering: Roxie has visions of a funeral, while Kate tries to help Joanna win Will back. (Do you think the women will defy expectations and dress for Halloween as a psychic, a man-eater and Mother Earth? That'd be unexpected.)
The Real Wolfman -
Stories of a wolfman terrorizing the French countryside get aired, on the History Channel at 9 PM. Criminologist George Deuchar and cryptozoologist Ken Gerhardt use modern tech to figure out the truth about the "real" wolfman.
Hayden Panettiere, Tim Curry, Jay Leno and Lauren Bacall give voice to Scooby and the gang in Scooby-Doo an the Goblin King, as they try to stop a carnival magician from turning the gang into Halloween monsters, on Cartoon Network at 6 PM.
FlashForward -
The team works to figure if the attacks on Mark, Demetri and Janis were a coordinated effort by the same group, on ABC at 8 PM. Of course, at home, Olivia is all abuzz over her discovery about Mark's own future glimpse. Lloyd's autistic son Dylan goes missing, and Simon makes contact again. Plus not only does Dominic Monaghan join the show, so does True Blood's Bon Temps pot-stirrer Daphne.
Vampire Diaries -
Vicki the Vamp can't resist her own blood lust and ends up making the school's haunted house extra scary. And on CW at 8 PM, psychic Bonnie surprises Damon with her ability when he tries to repossess a necklace that she has.
Supernatural -
A witch plays high-stakes poker with Bobby, letting him wager 25 years of his life up against freedom from his wheelchair. When he loses and Dean tries to save him, he begins to age into an old man too — on the CW at 9 PM.
UFO Hunters -
On the History Channel, beginning at 8 PM, is an hour of interviews about UFO sightings and those close to them. First, an investigation of mysterious men threatening eyewitnesses, followed by an examination of Area 52, a theorized UFO research base in Utah.
Thir13en Ghosts is on AMC at 10:45 PM. A collector dies, leaving his fortune, which happens to include some ghosts on his property, to his nephew.
Ghost Adventures Live! -
On the Travel Channel at 8 PM, a crew is locked inside the Trans-Alleghey Lunatic Asylum in West Virginia, reportedly one of the nation's most haunted sites.
Smallville -
Mia (a.k.a. Speedy), a young girl Oliver offers to train, double-crosses him, on the CW at 8 PM. And Lois asks for Clark's help pursuing an on-air TV news host gig, but matters get complicated when the station offers the gig to both of them as a pair.
Stargate Universe -
The water supply dwindles (Seriously? Yes.) on Syfy at 9 PM. As such, Col. Young and Lt. Scott visit a frozen planet for drinkable water, while the crew tries to track an intruder.
Sanctuary -
A superhero gets trapped by Magnus on Syfy at 10 PM, but his lack of finesse throws the team off. Meanwhile, the discovery of remnants of an eggshell puts Will and Declan on the trail of a creature loose in the city.
Meet the immortal Lestat on Syfy at 6:30 PM, in Interview with the Vampire.
Ghost Hunters Halloween Live -
On Syfy at 7 PM is a six-hour special that allows you to give feedback during the program. This year, the annual Halloween investigation is at the Essex County Hospital and hosted by Josh Gates of Destination Truth.
AMC is running all-day marathon of spooky delights including Young Frankenstein, Amityville Horror, Buffy The Vampire Slayer, 13 Ghosts, and Return to House on Haunted Hill to name a few.
The Syfy Channel will be running a marathon as well with Final Destination 1 & 2, Interview With A Vampire, and lots of helpings of Ginger Snaps.
Spike is playing Friday The 13th Part III at 12 PM.
FX is running I Still Know What You Did Last Summer, Ghost Ship, The Invisible, and Constantine on repeat for the morning then, of course Halloween and Halloween H20 starting at 4 PM.
The 1941 Spencer Tracy version of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is on TCM at 8 PM.
Beginning at 1 PM on Syfy, revisit the original 1983 miniseries about aliens invading Earth and the humans trying to stop the takeover. Both parts are showing, and are immediately followed by 1984's sequel miniseries, V:The Final Battle, picking up with L.A. alien fighters.
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The big question hanging over the stock market right now
Sam Ro
Yahoo Finance 4 December 2017
Is it time to sell the news?
There’s an old saying in the stock market: Buy the rumor, sell the news. Basically, if there’s an expectation for something to happen, trade on that expectation right away. And once that thing is confirmed, sell.
Ever since Donald Trump was elected president in November 2016, investment pros have been buzzing about the prospects of bullish corporate tax cuts. Yahoo Finance’s Myles Udland predicted (correctly) it would be the one narrative that would define the stock market in 2017. And it’s a rumor that investors have been buying.
On Saturday, the U.S. Senate approved its version of the legislation, bringing tax reform that much closer to becoming reality. Stock markets surged on Monday in the wake of the news.
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange in New York, NY, on December 1, 2017. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
‘Tax reform is priced in’
“Since it is clear the market is pricing in at least some of the benefits of tax reform, we must ask the question of whether this will be a classic ‘sell the news’ event,” Academy Securities’ Peter Tchir wrote on Sunday.
Tchir noted that the “market has reacted positively to each step forward,” suggesting a lot is priced in. Indeed, with stock market valuations elevated and prices at record highs, it’s not crazy to think that this weekend’s news isn’t really news at all.
“On the one hand, the average earnings of companies should increase,” he said. “That should drive prices higher, but P/E ratios are already high, so it would not be surprising to see earnings estimates rise on the back of proposals becoming law, but to also see multiples decline.”
According to data from FactSet, the forward P/E ratio on the S&P 500 stands at about 22.5, which is well above its five-year and 10-year averages.
“Tax reform is priced in and, assuming we get the rally overnight and Monday morning, that should follow Saturday morning’s vote, [and] the risk/reward in the market will likely be skewed to the downside,” Tchir said.
‘Expect further upside’
Despite tax reform being one of the most telegraphed market stories this year, many Wall Street strategists disagree with Tchir.
“We expect further upside for equities with the leadership rotation to continue, despite some pundits calling for ‘sell on the news,’ ” JPMorgan’s Dubravko Lakos-Bujas said on Monday. His predictions: “S&P 500 to reach 2,800 by early next year on this catalyst (we estimate tax reform currently ~50% priced-in), continued synchronized global economic growth and potential flows from developed market bonds and equities.”
Currently, most Wall Street strategists expect the stock market to go up over the next 12 months. But in their forecasts, few incorporated corporate tax cuts into their expectations for earnings.
“While the current statutory rate is 35%, companies are paying only 27% on average,” Credit Suisse’s Jonathan Golub wrote on Monday. “While specifics are unclear, investors are presuming the new effective rate will move toward 20%. If the change goes into effect in 2018, consensus EPS would jump from $146 to $160.”
UBS’s Keith Parker, whose baseline scenario target for the S&P 500 is 2,900 by the end of 2018, told clients on Thursday that the S&P could boom to 3,300 should the GOP’s tax plan pass. Parker said he expects progress on tax cuts to provide “fuel” for the ongoing rotation out of stocks of low-tax companies like big techs and into stocks of high-tax companies like retail, telecom and banks.
Early trading on Monday reflected as much, with tech stocks dragging the tech-heavy Nasdaq (^IXIC) into the red while the Dow (^DJI) and S&P (^GSPC) traded higher.
Sam Ro is managing editor at Yahoo Finance.
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Facebook may combine News Feed and Stories into one interface
Apart from tweaking its interface to combine News Feed and Stories, Facebook is also planning to merge Messenger into its main app.
Facebook is up for a change and this time around the social media giant is planning to change the look and feel of its main app by combining the News Feed and Stories section of its app into a single swipe-able interface.
According to app researcher Jane Manchun Wong, who is famous for reverse engineering social media apps, Facebook is experimenting with a new interface within its main app that would combine News Feed and Stories such that both would exist alongside each other with users having to swipe left to access updates to Stories and News Feed.
As of now, the interface of Facebook's main app is such that Stories sits directly on top of News Feed. While users have to swipe right to access more stories, they have to swipe down to see updates to the news feed. But now these two features are likely to exists side-by-side in a single rotating interface.
But there is a caveat, the timer in the stories doesn't pause when Facebook users are reading a long post. This means whether users are checking out a story or a post in the News Feed, they would have just six seconds to finish reading the post before the carousal turns revealing the next post.
Here's an example of how Stories are shown together with regular Posts
The left side is a regular photo post of my friend changing profile picture. The right side is my friend's Story. And both of these are shown within the same UI pic.twitter.com/Fi2Mfqg2rX
Jane Manchun Wong (@wongmjane) April 15, 2019
Facebook has reponded to the developing saying that at the moment it is in the early stages of prototyping the feature and the social media firm needs to test and experiment with the feature before the feature is made available to the users. "We are currently not testing this publicly," a Facebook spokesperson told the US-based media channels in a statement.
Notably, News Feed and Stories are not the only sections that Facebook is experimenting with. Reports suggest that the social media giant is also planning to merge its Messenger app with its main app. While the icon is expected to remain, it, instead of taking the Facebook users to a separate app would take them to the chat window. As per a tweet by Wong, Facebook Chats isn't likely to replace Messenger's stand alone app but it is expected to improve interoperability between Facebook products and hence give users a choice if they want download a separate app for chatting with their Facebook friends.
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Canada's Bombardier to lay off 550 workers at Ontario rail plant
MONTREAL, July 10 (Reuters) - Canada’s Bombardier said on Wednesday it would lay off around half of the workforce, or about 550 employees, at its rail plant in Ontario, effective Nov. 4, confirming earlier media reports.
The Montreal-based plane and train maker said in a statement that two existing contracts in the province are slated to wind down and the plant has no new trains to build.
News of the layoffs were first reported by Canadian Press on Tuesday, citing a government source.
Bombardier has been winning work and expanding its rail manufacturing in the United States to meet U.S. content requirements.
Railmakers awarded federally funded contracts for rolling stock in the United States will be required to complete 70% of the order with American content next year.
Bombardier announced in June the opening of a new facility in California that will assemble rail cars for San Francisco’s rapid transit system by year-end. (Reporting By Allison Lampert in Montreal and Debroop Roy in Bengaluru; Editing by Sriraj Kalluvila )
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Doors open for talks with Hurriyat, but only within Constitution: BJPhttps://indianexpress.com/article/india/hurriyat-kashmir-dialogue-bjp-satya-pal-malik-narendra-modi-mirwaiz-umar-farooq-5797999/
Doors open for talks with Hurriyat, but only within Constitution: BJP
Hurriyat chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq told The Indian Express that the Hurriyat would respond “positively” if “meaningful dialogue” is initiated by New Delhi.
Written by Naveed Iqbal, Arun Sharma | Jammu, Srinagar | Updated: June 25, 2019 6:49:05 am
If talks are initiated, there will be positive response: Hurriyat responds to J&K Guv
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Hurriyat (M) chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq. (Express Photo by Shuaib Masoodi)
Two days after Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik signalled that separatist Hurriyat leaders were ready for talks, BJP national vice-president and J&K in-charge Avinash Rai Khanna said Monday that “our doors are open for anyone who wants to talk while keeping their faith in the Constitution of India.” His remarks also come after Hurriyat chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq told The Indian Express that the Hurriyat would respond “positively” if “meaningful dialogue” is initiated by New Delhi.
Speaking on the sidelines of an event in Srinagar, Khanna said that though there is no formal offer from the Centre, “What I’m saying, is an offer. Develop faith in the country’s Constitution and assist in maintaining the law and order situation, then we can talk.”
He also said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has created such an atmosphere in the country that any person can contribute to the peace process. Khanna’s remarks assume significance with BJP president Amit Shah taking over the Union Home Ministry in the second Modi government.
Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik. (Express file photo)
The J&K BJP unit, too, said that the Hurriyat would need to “publicly acknowledge the indisputable status of Jammu and Kashmir and that it is an integral part of India,’’ and “commit their loyalty to the Constitution of India and seek talks only under its ambit’’.
Editorial | Centre must not ignore the overtures from a section of the separatists in Kashmir for a dialogue
In a statement Monday, BJP’s state spokesperson Brigadier (retired) Anil Gupta said: “Any talks with the JRL (Joint Resistance Leadership)/Hurriyat at this stage without them publicly accepting these pre-conditions will be counter-productive and a retrograde step.”
Political parties in the state have welcomed the development, considering the deadlock over Kashmir for the past 13 years. (Express Photo by Shuaib Masoodi)
“None of the Hurriyat leaders have signalled any change in their stance and continue to promote separatism,’’ Gupta said, adding that “mere appeals for talks with the Centre is no indicator of any change in their mindset’’.
On Saturday, Governor Malik had announced that Hurriyat leaders were ready for talks. Responding to the Governor’s statement, Mirwaiz Farooq had said that “if meaningful talks are initiated, there will be a positive response. Dialogue is the only way and that is our consistent stand,” he said, adding that “Hurriyat has always been in favour of talks as the means of resolution. We have not said anything new. We have always been saying this. As the most affected party with daily killings of our young, we would naturally want peaceful resolution of the issue.”
Political parties in the state have welcomed the development, considering the deadlock over Kashmir for the past 13 years. National Conference president and Srinagar MP Farooq Abdullah said that talks “must be held” with the Hurriyat and called for including Pakistan in the dialogue. “The Governor has himself stated that Hurriyat is ready for talks, and if they are, then talks should be held. Everyone should be included in the talks, including Pakistan.”
Former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti took to Twitter to comment on the development. “The underlying purpose of PDP-BJP alliance was to facilitate dialogue between GoI & all stakeholders. Tried my best to make it happen in my tenure as CM but relieved that Hurriyat has finally softened their stand,” she said.
Hurriyat Conference
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq
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CMAJ. 182(17):1851-1856, NOV 2010
DOI: 10.1503/cmaj.100910
Prevalence of seroprotection against the pandemic (H1N1) virus after the 2009 pandemic
Danuta Skowronski;Travis Hottes;Naveed Janjua;Dale Purych;Suzana Sabaiduc;Tracy Chan;Gaston De Serres;Jennifer Gardy;Janet McElhaney;David Patrick;Martin Petric;
From the BC Centre for Disease Control (Skowronski, Hottes, Janjua, Sabaiduc, Chan, Gardy, Patrick, Petric), Vancouver, BC; the School of Population and Public Health (Skowronski, Janjua, Patrick), and the Departments of Microbiology and Immunology (Gardy), Medicine (McElhaney) and Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (Petric), University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC; BC Biomedical Laboratories Ltd. (Purych), Surrey, BC; Institut national de santé publique du Québec and Université Laval (De Serres), Québec, Que.; and the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (McElhaney), Vancouver, BC
Background:Before pandemic (H1N1) 2009, less than 10% of serum samples collected from all age groups in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, Canada, showed seroprotection against the pandemic (H1N1) 2009 virus, except those from very elderly people. We reassessed this profile of seroprotection by age in the same region six months after the fall 2009 pandemic and vaccination campaign.Methods:We evaluated 100 anonymized serum samples per 10-year age group based on convenience sampling. We measured levels of antibody against the pandemic virus by hemagglutination inhibition and microneutralization assays. We assessed geometric mean titres and the proportion of people with seroprotective antibody levels (hemagglutination inhibition titre ≥ 40). We performed sensitivity analyses to evaluate titre thresholds of 80, 20 and 10.Results:Serum samples from 1127 people aged 9 months to 101 years were obtained. The overall age-standardized proportion of people with seroprotective antibody levels was 46%. A U-shaped age distribution was identified regardless of assay or titre threshold applied. Among those less than 20 years old and those 80 years and older, the prevalence of seroprotection was comparably high at about 70%. Seroprotection was 44% among those aged 20–49 and 30% among those 50–79 years. It was lowest among people aged 70–79 years (21%) and highest among those 90 years and older (88%).Interpretation:We measured much higher levels of seroprotection after the 2009 pandemic compared than before the pandemic, with a U-shaped age distribution now evident. These findings, particularly the low levels of seroprotection among people aged 50–79 years, should be confirmed in other settings and closer to the influenza season.
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Reading Racial Conflict
Racial conflict and mobilizations around demands for racial justice have increasingly commanded public and scholarly attention in the United States and elsewhere.
Racial conflict and mobilizations around demands for racial justice have increasingly commanded public and scholarly attention in the United States and elsewhere. Frameworks for understanding the current moment and acting in it abound and generate much needed debate. With this series, we offer one lens into understanding the present: through a critical engagement with prior influential efforts to analyze racialization and the political economy of race in the past—what some scholars such as Cedric Robinson have labeled “racial capitalism.” Items, working with the multi-university Race and Capitalism project, asked a group of scholars to read the present moment through a “classic” or touchstone work in social science, the humanities, or African American studies—with what constitutes a “classic” left to each author’s discretion. Scholars shared how the insights of W. E. B. Du Bois, Ida B. Wells, C. L. R. James, Walter Rodney, and others might shed light on the current context and how economic, political, and racial inequalities shape each other—in the past, present, and future. The codirectors of the Race and Capitalism project, Michael Dawson of the University of Chicago and Megan Ming Francis of the University of Washington, joined the Items editors in curating this discussion, which provides a unique perspective into how growing economic inequality, political exclusion, a discriminatory criminal justice system, and social movements have collided in ways that seem both familiar and new.
The texts discussed in this series are:
Racism and the Class Struggle by James Boggs & Race and Class in the Southwest by Mario Barrera (Michael Dawson) ♦ Black Reconstruction in America by W. E. B. Du Bois (J. Phillip Thompson) ♦ How Europe Underdeveloped Africa by Walter Rodney (Tianna Paschel) ♦ Crusade for Justice, Southern Horrors & The Red Record by Ida B. Wells (Megan Ming Francis) ♦ Capitalism and Slavery by Eric Williams (Adom Getachew) ♦ Black Awakening in Capitalist America by Robert Allen (N. D. B. Connolly) ♦ Darkwater, Black Reconstruction in America, & Dusk of Dawn by W. E. B. Du Bois (Ella Myers) ♦ The essays of Jack O’Dell (Nikhil Pal Singh) ♦ The Challenge of Change: Crisis in Our Two-Party System by Edward Brooke (Leah Wright Rigueur) ♦ Blood in My Eye by George Jackson (Dan Berger)
Race, Capitalism, and Conflict Then and Now
by Megan Ming Francis and Michael C. Dawson
Michael Dawson and Megan Ming Francis, curators for and contributors to the “Reading Racial Conflict” series, conclude the series with a set of reflections on the ways RRC authors bring the deep lessons from classic works in the political economy of race to bear on the present. They call attention to key themes that cut cross the essays: the persistence of violence visited on and the demonization of African Americans; the place of race in the development of capitalism and class formation; how capitalist development and racism deepen divides between the white and black working classes; class divisions within the black community; and how the intersections of race and capital shape inequalities globally.
Prisons and Other Maladies of the Racist State: Reading Blood in my Eye in the Era of Mass Incarceration
by Dan Berger
Our “Reading Racial Conflict” series continues with a reflection on the evolution of mass incarceration policies. Dan Berger engages the present through George Jackson’s Blood in My Eye. Published posthumously in 1972 after Jackson’s death in a prison revolt he led, the book engages the intersection of race, imprisonment, and capitalism as it appeared in an earlier polarized period in the United States. Berger suggests Jackson’s work may be newly relevant in a political moment in which the slow reversal of mass incarceration strategies may itself be reversed in the current administration.
Neoliberal Social Justice: From Ed Brooke to Barack Obama
by Leah Wright Rigueur
Leah Wright Rigueur, as part of our "Reading Racial Conflict" series, critically engages with the career and the writings of Edward Brooke in a reflection on the arguments for and limits of capitalism to uplift African Americans out of poverty. She also deploys Brooke, the first popularly elected black senator in US history who served in the 1960s and 1970s, as a window onto how Barack Obama connects racial inequalities to access to the market. Brooke’s The Challenge of Change: Crisis in Our Two-Party System makes the case for a “progressive conservatism” that sheds light on how parts of the black community today embrace what Rigueur regards as the contemporary neoliberal moment.
Capitalism, Colonialism, and the Long Arc of Black Struggle: Reading Jack O’Dell
by Nikhil Pal Singh
Nikhil Singh’s essay for our "Reading Racial Conflict" series reflects on the work of black activist and intellectual Jack O’Dell. For Singh, O’Dell’s historical analysis of the relationship between antiracist and anticapitalist movements is relevant in a moment in which voices on the American left are debating the compatibility between politics of the (white) working class vis-à-vis that of marginalized identities. O’Dell’s focus on the reinventing of black freedom struggles over the long term provides an opportunity to consider the present in light of that history.
Beyond the Wages of Whiteness: Du Bois on the Irrationality of Antiblack Racism
by Ella Myers
Ella Myers provides an account of W. E. B. Du Bois's nuanced analysis of the sense of entitlement among whites in the United States. Drawing from Du Bois's Black Reconstruction and other writings, Myers draws attention to both the concept of a compensatory "wage" that elevates the social status of lower class whites in ways that bind them to white capital, but also to the irrational aspects of antiblack racism. Myers's essay complements the earlier "Reading Racial Conflict" essay by J. Phillip Thompson on Black Reconstruction, and also makes a direct connection to debates on the role of the white working class in Trump's electoral victory.
Black and Woke in Capitalist America: Revisiting Robert Allen’s Black Awakening… for New Times’ Sake
by N. D. B. Connolly
In a new contribution to the "Reading Racial Conflict" series, N. D. B. Connolly analyzes an early gathering of black supporters in the new Trump administration, and much more about the contemporary political economy of race, through Robert Allen’s 1969 Black Awakening in Capitalist America. Drawing on Allen, Connolly makes a strong case for the relevance of (neo)colonialism—and its emphasis on both violence and the co-opting of sections of the elite among the “colonized”—as an essential framework for understanding America’s present.
Reparations and the Recasting of Eric Williams’s Capitalism and Slavery
by Adom Getachew
Adom Getachew engages in a close reading of Eric Williams’s Capitalism and Slavery in our latest essay in the "Reading Racial Conflict" series. Getachew connects Williams’s classic argument for how the institution of slavery fueled capitalist development in the global North to recent demands, emerging from the Caribbean and other regions devastated by the slave trade, for reparations.
Ida B. Wells and the Economics of Racial Violence
by Megan Ming Francis
In the latest essay in our "Reading Racial Conflict" series, Megan Ming Francis draws attention to the extraordinary work of Ida B. Wells. In the late nineteenth century, Wells exposed the extent of racial violence in the United States by documenting lynching and then disseminating her findings through her books, journalism, and activism. Ming Francis emphasizes a further innovation by Wells—i.e., how she connected lynchings to the economic interests and status anxieties of white southerners, as well as the relevance of this connection to understanding contemporary racial conflicts.
Walter Rodney and the Racial Underpinnings of Global Inequality
by Tianna Paschel
Tianna Paschel’s contribution to the "Reading Racial Conflict" series takes an international perspective. Her essay examines the roots and persistence of racial inequalities globally through the legacies of colonialism and impact of transnational capitalism. Paschel engages these questions of global justice through the lens of Walter Rodney and his extraordinarily influential book, How Europe Underdeveloped Africa. Paschel argues for the continued relevance of this classic work to understanding today’s global economy and its winners and losers.
Capitalism, Democracy, and Du Bois’s Two Proletariats
by J. Phillip Thompson
J. Phillip Thompson’s contribution to the "Reading Racial Conflict" series reflects on the concept of the two proletariats developed by W. E. B. Du Bois in his Black Reconstruction. Du Bois’s notion of a working class bifurcated along racial lines, Thompson argues, is critical for understandings of American capitalism and democracy. Thompson sees movements for racial justice as central to addressing inequalities, no less so than those directly claiming to represent the working class, which have historically tended to exclude black workers.
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MATHEMATICAL FORMULATION
NUMERICAL SOLUTION
STABILITY CONDITION
TRUNCATION ERROR
ACCURACY OF THE SOLUTION
VALIDATION OF THE MODEL WITH EXISTING SOLUTION OF LIU ET AL. (1998)
Mathematical modeling for solute transport in aquifer
Mritunjay Kumar Singh
Department of Applied Mathematics, Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad 826004, Jharkhand, India
E-mail: drmks29@rediffmail.com
Vijay P. Singh
Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering & Zachry Department Civil Engineering, Texas A and M University, 321 Scoates Hall, 2117 TAMU, College Station, Texas 77843-2117, USA
Pintu Das
Journal of Hydroinformatics (2015) 18 (3): 481-499.
https://doi.org/10.2166/hydro.2015.034
Mritunjay Kumar Singh, Vijay P. Singh, Pintu Das; Mathematical modeling for solute transport in aquifer. Journal of Hydroinformatics 11 May 2016; 18 (3): 481–499. doi: https://doi.org/10.2166/hydro.2015.034
Groundwater pollution may occur due to human activities, industrial effluents, cemeteries, mine spoils, etc. This paper deals with one-dimensional mathematical modeling of solute transport in finite aquifers. The governing equation for solute transport by unsteady groundwater flow is solved analytically by the Laplace transform technique. Initially, the aquifer is subjected to the spatially dependent source concentration with zero-order production. One end of the aquifer receives the source concentration and is represented by a mixed-type boundary condition in the splitting time domain. The concentration gradient at the other end of the porous media is assumed to be zero. The temporally dependent velocity and the dispersion coefficients are considered. A numerical solution is obtained by using an explicit finite difference scheme and compared with the analytical result. Accuracy of the solution is discussed by using the root mean square error method. Truncation error is also explored for the parameters like numerical dispersion and velocity terms. The impact of Peclet number is examined. For graphical interpretation, unsteady velocity expressions (i.e., such as exponential, sinusoidal, asymptotic, and algebraic sigmoid) are considered. The work may be used as a preliminary predictive tool for groundwater resource and management.
analytical modeling, aquifer, dispersion, Laplace transform, solute, unsteady
In India, many aquifers are being contaminated by a host of human activities, such as sewage disposal, refuse dumps, pesticides and chemical fertilizer contamination, industrial effluent discharges, and toxic waste disposal (Rausch et al. 2005; Batu 2006). The traditional advection dispersion equation is based on the conservation of mass and Fick's law of diffusion (Fried & Combarnous 1971; Bear & Verruijt 1987; Chrysikopolous et al. 1990) and constitutes the basis of solute transport models that are used for predicting the movement of contaminants in groundwater systems.
There has been some research on solute transport in groundwater systems. Hunt (1978) analyzed one-, two-, and three-dimensional solutions for instantaneous, continuous, and steady state pollution sources in uniform groundwater flow. Freeze & Cherry (1979) provided a relation between dispersion and groundwater velocity in which the dispersion is proportional to a power of the velocity and experimentally observed that the power ranged between 1 and 2. van Genuchten (1981) explored derivations of analytical solutions using the Laplace transform for the solute transport equation with zero-order production and/or first-order decay subjected to first and third type boundary conditions. Zoppou & Knight (1994) evaluated analytical solutions that are still useful for validating numerical schemes for solving the advection–diffusion equation with spatially variable coefficients. Logan (1996) obtained analytical solutions for a scale-dependent dispersion coefficient increasing exponentially with position up to some constant limiting values. Hantush & Marino (1998) developed analytical solutions using the Laplace and Fourier transform methods and superposition principle for the first-order rate model in an infinite porous medium.
Using Peclet and Courant numbers and a new sink/source dimensionless number, Ataie-Ashtiani et al. (1999) discussed truncation errors associated with finite difference solutions of the advection–dispersion equation (ADE) with first-order reaction. Bedient et al. (1999) presented a mathematical model of the ADE for describing the migration and fate of pollutants in groundwater. Neville et al. (2000) presented semi-analytical solutions for a multi-process non-equilibrium model for describing contaminant concentration distribution patterns. Balla et al. (2002) presented a computational case study using a transport model for pollution of underground water due to damage of the waterproofing system in a waste material depository or sewage sludge composting plant.
Lowry & Li (2005) discussed an improved finite analytical solution method for solving the time-dependent ADE that does not discretize the derivative terms rather solving the equation analytically in the space–time domain. Smedt (2006) presented an analytical solution for solute transport in rivers, including the effect of transient storage and first-order decay. Tkalich (2006) explored the derivation of high-order advection–diffusion schemes by employing the interpolation polynomial method. Hill et al. (2007) proposed upscaling models of solute transport in porous media through genetic programming in heterogeneous porous media. Chen (2007) presented an analytical solution of two-dimensional non-axisymmetrical solute transport in a radially convergent flow tracer test with a diffusion coefficient increasing with travel distance. Yeh & Yeh (2007) derived solutions of the transport equation with a point-source term considered as the point-source solution under the condition that the solute was introduced into the flow system from the boundary that was considered as the boundary-source solution. Kumar et al. (2008) also described transport through a heterogeneous porous medium with a time-dependent dispersivity in solute transport modeling. Zhan et al. (2009) explored two-dimensional solute transport in an aquifer–aquitard system by maintaining the mass conservation at the aquifer–aquitard interface. Gao et al. (2012) explored a mobile–immobile model with an asymptotic dispersivity function of travel distance with the concept of scale-dependent dispersion during solute transport in finite heterogeneous porous media. Rezaei et al. (2013) derived a semi-analytical solution to the two-dimensional conservative solute transport in an aquifer bounded by thin aquitards in the Laplace domain. Singh & Das (2015) explored the analytical and numerical solutions for one-dimensional scale-dependent solute transport in heterogeneous media in which analytical and numerical solutions were compared and found very good agreement among them. The root mean square (RMS) error analysis was made to check the accuracy of the solution.
In the present work, we focus on one-dimensional solute transport modeling using the ADE in a finite aquifer with first-order decay and zero-order production. To simplify ADE, different transformations were applied. Non-dimensional parameters were employed for reducing the number of parameters of the ADE. To predict the pattern of contaminant concentration, different types of unsteady velocities, such as sinusoidal, exponentially decreasing, asymptotic, and algebraic sigmoid, were considered. They helped describe the nature of contaminant concentration in time and space.
The contaminant transport phenomena in a groundwater layered medium or reservoir, i.e., aquifer, can be predicted by analytical solute transport modeling of the ADE. The modeling depends on the distance as well as time. The dominant process of mass transfer in groundwater is the advection and diffusion; in contrast, it refers to the solute transport through the action of random motions in the groundwater reservoir. The one-dimensional ADE for an isotropic homogeneous finite aquifer with zero-order production and first-order decay can be expressed as:
Here, is the longitudinal dispersion coefficient (i.e., representing longitudinal dispersion), is the volume averaged dispersing solute concentration in the liquid phase, is the volume averaged dispersing solute concentration in the solid phase, is the unsteady uniform downward pore seepage velocity, is the longitudinal direction of flow, is time, is the zero order production rate coefficients for solute production in the liquid phase, is the first-order decay rate coefficient in the liquid phase, is the bulk density of the porous medium, and n is the porosity of geological formation.
As the contaminant goes from the solid phase into the liquid phase under the linear isotherm condition, we can express mathematically:
where is the distribution coefficient, defined as the concentration adsorbed by the solid phase to the liquid phase into the groundwater reservoir, i.e., aquifer.
Equation (1) was solved analytically with appropriate initial and boundary conditions. As the aquifer is not solute free initially, i.e., at , a linear combination of initial concentration and a function of space-dependent along with zero-order production term is considered. The loss or gain of solute mass occurs due to chemical components within the liquid, radioactive decay and biodegradation, and growth due to bacterial activities. The loss of gain term is usually described through the sources of solute. The solute can grow in liquid phase and the solid phase. Its growth is frequently expressed by a zero-order production. In this study, initially the growth of solute along the space was a linear combination of the initial concentration taken into consideration. This can be written as:
Due to the increasing human activity at the earth surface, the solute concentration in groundwater increases in time. Hence, a mixed type boundary condition in the splitting time domain at the source is considered as follows:
Due to no mass flow at the other end of the domain, a flux type boundary condition is considered as follows:
Using Equation (2), Equation (1) can be written as:
The dispersion theory, proposed by Freeze & Cherry (1979), was employed here. As dispersion is directly proportional to the seepage velocity, i.e., , and so, , where, A is constant that depends upon the pore geometry of the aquifer. Let and , where, and are the initial seepage velocity and initial dispersion coefficient, respectively. Also, let and , where, and are the initial first-order decay rate coefficient and the initial zero-order production rate coefficient for solute production in the liquid phase, respectively. is the non-dimensional expression where is the flow resistance coefficient. Using this concept, Equation (6) can be written as:
A new time variable (Crank 1975):
is introduced and Equation (8) can be written as:
The following non-dimensional variables:
are used to reduce the number of parameters of Equation (10) and one can then write:
The initial and boundary conditions given in Equation (3), Equation (5), and Equation (6) can be written in non-dimensional form, respectively, as follows:
Now, the following transformation:
was used to remove the advection term from Equation (12). The initial and boundary conditions accordingly were transformed and the Laplace transform technique was employed. The analytical solution can be obtained as follows (see Appendix, available with the online version of this paper):
The finite-difference technique has been applied in various works for numerically modeling the solute transport phenomena in groundwater systems (i.e., Molenkamp 1968; van Genuchten & Gray 1978; Richard 1988; Hogarth et al. 1990; Dudley et al. 1991; Moldrup et al. 1996; Zheng & Bennett 2002; Meerschaer & Tadjeran 2004; Ataie-Ashtiani & Hosseini 2005; Wang et al. 2005; Mohebbi & Abbaszadeh 2013). In order to solve numerically the ADE (Equation (12)) together with the initial and boundary condition transformed in domain , a suitable space transform was used as:
Equation (12) together with the initial and boundary condition may be written as:
A finite difference technique was derived by using Taylor's series expansion (Mickley et al. 1957; Carnahan et al. 1969). The explicit finite difference scheme is commonly used, even though it may require an extended computing time because of its restrictive stability criterion. Here, we used a general form of the explicit finite difference approximation with forward time and central space forward difference scheme to approximate Equations (33)–(36). We obtained as follows:
where superscript j refers to time, subscript i refers to space, is the time increment, and is the space increment.
The space domain Z and time domain T are discretized by a rectangular grid of points with mesh size and , respectively. So, one can write as follows:
The contaminant concentration at a point in space with the jth subinterval of time T was defined by .
The finite difference scheme is convergent if the discretization error approaches zero as the grid spacing and tends to zero (Carnahan et al. 1969). The stability test of the finite difference scheme was proposed by a matrix method (Smith 1978) and this was used by Notodarmojo et al. (1991,). Kwok (1992) investigated the stability properties of the various two-level, six-point finite difference schemes for the approximation of the convection–diffusion equation. The solution was convergent, subject to the satisfaction of the stability criterion. The finite difference scheme of the governing partial differential Equation (37) can be written as follows:
Equation (41) was expressed in matrix form as:
where A contains the entire constants.
The difference approximation equation was stable if the eigenvalues of A had modulus values less than or equal to unity, i.e., , where was the eigenvalue of matrix A.
To find the bounds of the eigenvalues of matrix A on applying the Gerschgorin circle method, the stability criterion for the time step was as follows:
Numerical dispersion was first quantified by Lantz (1971). Ataie-Ashtiani et al. (1999) explored the expansion of the Taylor series of solute concentration along the ADE used for determining the truncation error in one dimension. Chaudhari (1971) investigated a second-order error through the examination of the truncated Taylor series approximation with explicit finite difference solution of the one-dimensional ADE. We also explored the truncation error for the various parameters, such as dispersion, seepage velocity, first-order decay, and zero-order production term.
From Equation (37), we obtained as follows:
From the Taylor series expansion of each term of Equation (47), we obtained as follows:
where is simply denoted by C.
After imposing the Taylor series expansion on Equation (47), we got the truncation error of the finite difference approximation of order . The transport parameters were constant within each combination of time and space increments in finite difference calculations. The second-order temporal derivative of C was written in terms of the spatial derivative of C by using the partial differential equation obtained from Equation (47). We obtained as follows:
Then the partial differential equation obtained from Equation (47) can be written as:
Now, after comparison between Equation (52) and the original partial differential equation, we found different forms of the truncation error, as discussed by Ataie-Ashtiani et al. (1996). These errors can be identified as follows:
The second-order truncation error or numerical dispersion was
The first-order truncation error or numerical seepage velocity was
The zero-order truncation error or numerical first-order decay was
Constant error or numerical zero-order production was
After removing the induced numerical errors from the finite difference model, Equation (52) can be written as follows:
The accuracy of the solution was obtained by comparison of the numerical result with the analytical one. In the numerical solution, the accuracy is the degree of closeness of concentration values of the numerical result obtained with various methods to those of the analytical result. Towler & Yang (1979) adopted a criterion of comparison that was more systematic and consistent: (1) the RMS error and (2) the absolute maximum error between the analytical solution and the numerical solution at all grid points. Roberts & Selim (1984) used the RMS method to calculate the average error at each nodal point of the grid. Singh & Das (2015) explored the accuracy of solution of the solute transport equation in comparison of the analytical result with numerical one. For testing the accuracy of solutions in this paper, we used the RMS error which is the most appropriate method to check the accuracy of the solution (Chai & Draxler 2014). The RMS method was used to calculate the average error at each point which is defined by:
The difference between the analytical and numerical concentration values is denoted by , and N is the number of data which were used to evaluate the accuracy of the solution.
The analytical solution, obtained by Equations (18) and (19), was computed for the following data (Singh & Kumari 2014):
The average porosity of the different geological formation was considered as n = 0.37 (sand), 0.55 (clay) (Freeze & Cherry 1979). We considered four different time-dependent forms of velocity expressions that can be written as follows:
Exponential decreasing form of velocity:
Sinusoidal form of velocity:
Asymptotic form of velocity:
Algebraic form of velocity:
where m is the flow resistance coefficient and is the constant parameter. The first and third ones have been used by Aral & Liao (1996), the second one by Singh et al. (2009), and the last one is based on the properties of the algebraic sigmoid function which include the error function. It starts to progress from a small beginning, accelerates in the rainy season, and then reaches a limit over a period of time.
From Figure 1 it can be seen that the maximum contaminant concentration is observed, i.e., 0.8 in the case of aquitard (i.e., clay) and 0.6 in the case of aquifer (i.e., sand) which are subsequently lowered down to minimum concentration tends to zero at the far end of the domain with respect to the distance, i.e., and , respectively. The concentration values increases with time at each of the positions in both the media.
Concentration distribution pattern for exponentially decreasing velocity for time with average porosity of the medium.
Figure 2 depicts the contaminant concentration pattern for the unsteady sinusoidal form of velocity with zero order production parameter. The effect of this parameter is predicted with respect to the aquifer (i.e., sand). The concentration level decreases with the increasing value of the zero-order production parameter, but the contaminant concentration increases with increasing time. The peak of the contaminant concentration is lower at the source due to the increasing zero-order production parameter. The effective parameters, like zero-order production, first-order decay, etc., in tropical regions are more significant for transport modeling for groundwater bodies.
Concentration distribution pattern for sinusoidal velocity for time with zero-order production in the aquifer.
Figure 3 compares the contaminant concentration patterns for exponentially decreasing type unsteady velocity expression in the time domain between aquifer (i.e., sand) and aquitard (i.e., clay). This is the case when the source has been removed from the aquifer. From this figure it is observed that after removing the source, some initial concentration exists at the origin. As a result, the effect of contaminant concentration increases with distance that attains the maximum peak in the case of the aquitard as compared to the aquifer and then decreases up to a harmless concentration with respect to the distance. The concentration pattern initially decreases with the increasing value of time and after covering some distance it takes the reverse pattern with respect to time in the aquifer and aquitard and ultimately goes to a minimum harmless concentration with respect to distance. From this figure it is observed that the concentration pattern is high in the aquitard as compared to the aquifer.
Concentration distribution for the exponential decreasing form of unsteady form of velocity for time with average porosity of the medium.
Figure 4 shows a comparison of the analytical result against the numerical one with averaging porosity of sand (0.37). The concentration distribution pattern follows its decreasing nature with respect to the distance in both the results. Initially, the concentration values are minimum in the numerical solution, but after covering some distance the numerical result attains slightly higher values in comparison to the analytical one. Both the results attain the minimum level at a particular point, after that it takes the reverse pattern in the case of exponentially decreasing form of the velocity pattern.
Concentration distribution pattern for the exponentially decreasing form of the velocity pattern for the sand medium.
The contaminant concentration pattern for the asymptotic form and algebraic sigmoid form of velocity patterns are almost similar and are shown in Figures 5 and 6, respectively. The contaminant concentration increases slowly with respect to time and decreases rapidly with respect to distance. The effect of the Peclet number is shown in Figure 7. The Peclet number physically measures the relative magnitude of advection versus dispersion. The contaminant concentration increases with the increasing Peclet number and decreases with the decreasing Peclet number. Both patterns with different Peclet numbers reach minimum concentration with distance. The effect of the Peclet number on the solute concentration is observed with respect to the distance. For high Peclet number, the concentration level takes a minimum distance to reach its minimum concentration, whereas for low Peclet number it takes more distance for the same value. The above discussion is for time domain for the analytical solution given in Equation (18).
Concentration distribution pattern for asymptotic velocity with average porosity of the medium.
Concentration distribution pattern for algebraic sigmoid velocity with average porosity of the medium.
Concentration distribution pattern for algebraic sigmoid velocity with different values of Peclet number with the average porosity of the sand medium.
A similar type of concentration pattern was found for the case of the sinusoidal form of unsteady velocity pattern, as shown in Figure 8. The concentration is high in the aquitard as compared to the aquifer and ultimately goes to a minimum harmless concentration with respect to distance and time.
Concentration distribution for sinusoidal velocity for the time with average porosity of the medium.
Figures 9 and 10 compare the concentration patterns for the asymptotic form and the algebraic sigmoid form of unsteady velocity patterns, respectively. From these figures it is observed that the concentration pattern attains a maximum peak value at a certain distance and thereafter it begins to decrease with respect to distance. The concentration pattern initially decreases with the increasing value of time and after covering some distance of approximately 0.005 for the case of aquifer (i.e., sand) and 0.012 for the case of aquitard (i.e., clay) the concentration takes a reverse pattern with respect to time and goes to a minimum harmless concentration. The concentration pattern takes on a lesser peak value in the case of asymptotic form and algebraic sigmoid form than for the exponentially decreasing and sinusoidal form of the velocity pattern for time domain .
Concentration distribution for asymptotic velocity for time with average porosity of the medium.
Concentration distribution for the algebraic sigmoid velocity for time with average porosity of the medium.
Figure 11 exhibits contaminant concentration for different values of the Peclet number with the algebraic sigmoid form of unsteady velocity pattern for time domain . The solute concentration value increases with the increasing value of the Peclet number and the peak of the concentration is reduced with the increasing time.
Concentration distribution pattern for algebraic sigmoid velocity for time with different values of Peclet numbers with average porosity of the sand medium.
Figure 12 predicts for the sinusoidal form of the velocity pattern for the averaging porosity of sand. It also follows the same type of nature as in Figure 4. The concentration value attains its minimum level in a short distance for the case of sinusoidal form of the velocity pattern in comparison to exponentially decreasing velocity pattern. From Figures 4 and 12, we observed that the decreasing nature of the concentration distribution patterns is faster for the sinusoidal form of velocity pattern (which shows the nature of groundwater contamination in the tropical region in which the fluctuation behavior of groundwater recharge is shown) in comparison to the exponentially decreasing form of velocity (Singh & Singh 2001; Jain et al. 2007) in which contaminant concentration follows a decreasing nature.
Concentration distribution pattern for the sinusoidal form of the velocity pattern for the sand medium.
Figures 13 and 14 predict for the averaging porosity of the clay. After the rainy season the contamination fluctuation in groundwater is shown from the asymptotic and algebraic sigmoid forms of velocity patterns (Aral & Liao 1996; Singh & Kumari 2014). The concentration distribution pattern for the asymptotic form of the velocity pattern for the clay is shown in Figure 13. The concentration values are minimum for the numerical result in comparison to the analytical one and beyond some distance it takes a reverse pattern. Both the analytical and numerical concentration values attain their minimum level at a particular position. A similar type of nature of the contaminant distribution pattern was observed for the algebraic sigmoid form of the velocity pattern depicted in Figure 14.
Concentration distribution pattern for the asymptotic form of the velocity pattern for the clay medium.
Concentration distribution pattern for the algebraic sigmoid form of the velocity pattern for the clay medium.
In this paper, the RMS error was used to check the validity of numerical solution against the analytical one, as shown in Tables 1 and 2. The two parameters, and , play an important role to investigate the performance of the numerical solution. In the explicit finite difference scheme is restricted under the stability condition. Thus, in this present study, the accuracy was investigated by selecting different mesh sizes. The RMS error was investigated for , 0.05, and 0.07 for the particular time period 20 years in the time domain for the exponential decreasing and the asymptotic form of the velocity patterns, and 30 years with within the sinusoidal and algebraic sigmoid form of the velocity patterns in sand and clay media, respectively.
The RMS values for the sand medium at particular 20 year in 0 < T ≤ TP
Analytical result
Numerical result
ΔZ = 0.02
Case i: For exponential decreasing form of the velocity pattern
RMS error 0.2719 0.2665 0.2634
Case ii: For asymptotic form of the velocity pattern
RMS values for the clay medium with their averaging porosity at particular 30 years for T > Tp
Case i: For the sinusoidal form of the velocity pattern
Case ii: For the algebraic sigmoid form of the velocity pattern
In both the tables, was fixed. Tables 1 and 2 were tabulated for the RMS error in the aquifer (i.e., sand) and aquitard (i.e., clay) for four different types of the velocity patterns, respectively. The RMS error decreases with the increasing grid space for the exponential decreasing form of the velocity pattern for the sand medium, which was observed from Case i of Table 1. In the asymptotic form of the velocity pattern the RMS error increases with respect to the increasing grid space in Case ii of Table 1. The RMS error attains its minimum value with the increasing mesh size for Cases i and ii in Table 2 for the clay medium. The RMS error was evaluated for the accuracy of solution for the sinusoidal form of the velocity pattern tabulated in Case i in Table 2, and for the algebraic sigmoid form of the velocity pattern tabulated in Case ii of Table 2. In both the velocity patterns the result is more accurate for the maximum value of the mesh size, except in the case of the asymptotic form of the velocity pattern where the result is more accurate in the case of minimum value of the mesh size.
One-dimensional ADE in multilayer porous media was solved analytically using generalized integral transform technique by Liu et al. (1998), where the analytical solution was derived under arbitrary initial and boundary conditions. In this present paper, the authors have shown the validation of the model equation with the existing research work done by Liu et al. (1998). The analytical solution obtained in Equations (18) and (19) was computed for the same set of input data, except some parameters which had an effect on the solute transport modeling, which have been compared with the input values taken by Liu et al. (1998) as follows:
The following inputs are taken for validation purposes in this present paper. The concentration distribution pattern for Input (i) and (ii) are predicted for the different geological formations with their averaging porosity and shown in Figures 15 and 16 for different time domains. The concentration distribution pattern for a particular time, 10 years, for sand and clay medium are predicted and shown in Figure 15, and for 25 years is also predicted and shown in Figure 16. The concentration values in each of the positions in Input (i) are higher as compared to Input (ii) in both the media as observed in Figure 15. The clay medium attains maximum concentration values as compared to the sand medium, but both patterns ultimately follow minimum concentration values with their respective distance. After removing the source, contaminant concentration increases with distance up to a certain limit, then decreases with respect to the distance in both the medium for Input (i) and (ii), as seen in Figure 16. The concentration pattern attains its maximum peak in the case of the aquitard (i.e., clay) as compared to the aquifer (i.e., sand) in both Input (i) and (ii). Initially, minimum concentration values are attained for Input (i) as compared with Input (ii), but after covering a certain distance the reverse pattern is observed. At the end of the position, minimum concentration values are attained by Input (ii), which have been taken in the present paper for illustration.
Concentration distribution pattern with different input for time with average porosity of the medium.
Concentration distribution with the different input for time with average porosity of the medium.
Employing the concept of linear isotherms, analytical solutions for the ADE with respect to the solid and liquid phase are derived. The mixed type boundary condition is employed at the source in the splitting time domain. The contaminant concentration patterns for different types of velocity patterns are evaluated. The following conclusions can be drawn from this study:
The impact of contaminant concentration for linear isotherms with the distribution coefficient is significantly observed in the splitting time domain for different velocity patterns, such as exponentially decreasing, sinusoidally varying, algebraic, and asymptotic forms.
The contaminant concentration values depend upon the decreasing or increasing values of the zero-order production term and first-order decay rate coefficient.
The contaminant concentration distribution behavior is predicted for different geological formations in two time domains, i.e., and .
Comparison of the analytical result with the numerical result is taken into account. Accuracy of the solution is significantly observed by using RMS error. Truncation error of various parameters is also explored, which causes the inconsistency among analytical and numerical results.
The validation of the model is made with the result of an existing solution given by Liu et al. (1998) and the same trend for contaminant concentration was found.
The authors are grateful to the Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad for providing financial support to PhD candidate under the ISMJRF scheme. The authors are also grateful to the editor and reviewers for the comments which helped improve the quality of the paper.
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Renewable, full-time, non-tenure track Faculty Specialist position in Biology supervising general biology laboratories for biology and related majors
Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Genetics and Immunology
New York City, New York (US)
Columbia University Medical Center
The Division of Nephrology seeks a Postdoctoral Scientist in genetics and immunology to perform research on immune-mediated kidney diseases.
Postdoctoral Research Scientist
The Division of Nephrology is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Scientist to study the molecular genetics of kidney diseases.
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Structural Biology/Peptide Therapeutics
$47,476 - $55,000 + benefits
Research the structure and function of a large epigenetic complex involved in methylation-dependent gene silencing. http://dcwilljrlab.web.unc.edu.
Postdoctoral fellowship at NYU in Innate and Adaptive Immune Responses
New York University School of Medicine
NYU School of Medicine is seeking a postdoctoral fellow for a funded project to investigate regulation of innate and adaptive immune responses.
Postdoctoral Position in Translational Cancer Biology
Salary is highly competitive with stipend/research supplements avaialble for exceptional candidates.
Postdoctoral opportunity to work with an exceptional team of translational researchers within an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Applications are invited for a Research Associate in Molecular Microbiology to join the Department of Life Sciences
Postdoctoral Fellow in Cancer and Stroke
Salary dependent on experience and follows NIH guidelines
Uiversity of Pittsburgh
Postdoctoral positions in University of Pittsburgh are available to work on NIH- and AHA-funded research projects in cancer and ischemic stroke.
CEPAMS Group Leader Positions
Beijing or Shanghai, China
RMB 400-800K per year
CAS-JIC Centre of Excellence for Plant and Microbial Science
CEPAMS welcomes outstanding young scientists all over the world to start their labs in the Centre.
Professorships (W3) Metabolomics / Microbiota in Aging
Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen (DE)
The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences and the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Cologne announce TWO NEW PROFESSORSHIPS (W3)
Incoming Postdoctoral Fellowship (all disciplines)
Berlin, Germany (DE)
Salary group E13 of TV-L including social security, health benefits and pension coverage
The sixth call for applications of the International Postdoc Initiative offers four postdoctoral fellowship to outstanding female researchers.
Stanford, California (US)
Stanford University is seeking applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Developmental Biology
The Sarah and Daniel Hrdy Fellowship in Conservation Biology
The Hrdy Fellowship is awarded to an individual who will engage in scientific study in the Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology.
TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITIONS IN NEUROPHARMACOLOGY/TOXICOLOGY, DRUG DESIGN, SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITIONS IN NEUROPHARMACOLOGY/TOXICOLOGY, DRUG DESIGN, SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS OR NEURODEGENERATION
90089, Los Angeles
Competitive salary will commensurate with experience and includes an excellent benefits package
Multiple NIH-funded postdoctoral fellow positions are available in the Curran laboratory at University of Southern California (USC), Los Angeles, C...
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Ruby on Rails Engineer (UK Remote)
Safeguarding Monitor - permanent
safeguardingmonitor.co.uk
Applicants must reside in: United Kingdom
Remote (home-based) with occasional paid travel, £26-32,000 p/a
Safeguarding Monitor provide systems to schools and sports clubs to help keep children safe - the work we do really makes a difference. We build EdAware, for schools and multi-academy trusts, and Locker, which services global sports brands including Premier League football clubs. We’re now part of the Impero family, a market leader in online safety. We’re a remote UK-based team and are looking for a Ruby on Rails Engineer to join us.
We are first and foremost looking for developers who can demonstrate strong engineering principles, and wherever your development experience comes from, we may have a role for you. We can offer you the technical challenges, high standards and opportunity to make a difference to our products. We have an exciting roadmap ahead and you can be part of that journey as we transition from a startup to a global product offering. Our team is growing in a way that will allow you to play to your strengths: enjoy maintenance and optimisation, data analysis, or building huge new features? There’ll be a fit for you.
Our web platform is built exclusively in Ruby on Rails, and we’re working towards continuous delivery - we currently deploy something nearly every day of the week. We’ve also got a growing suite of mobile apps, built using the Ionic framework.
We do the majority of our work and daily communication through Slack, with regular conference calls, screen shares, and opportunities for pair programming. We run weekly sprints in a kanban fashion, but don’t get bogged down in the process. Our roadmap and in-flight boards are managed with Trello, and code is peer reviewed through GitHub. We’ve got decent code coverage, with a test suite written in RSpec and continuous integration to run these tests alongside code quality metrics.
We believe in creating careers, not jobs. During your time with us you’ll receive regular, honest, helpful feedback. We’ll be looking for ways to grow your expertise, and we will provide opportunities for your professional development. Although we’re a remote team, we speak every day, and have regular meetings both in the department and as a company.
A strong standard of spoken and written English
Enthusiasm for understanding technical ideas and explaining them clearly to other members of the team
Experience and skills developing web applications with Ruby on Rails
Experience with MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL or another relational database
Experience with HTML, CSS, and Javascript
Experience with using Git or Subversion
An interest in test-driven development
Comfortable using macOS as your day-to-day operating system, or happy to learn
A willingness to provide technical support to the team, and occasionally customers
Other things that might be useful:
Experience in writing specs with RSpec or Cucumber
Experience working with and on Linux/Unix operating systems
Experience in server automation using Terraform or Puppet
Experience using the Ionic framework or AngularJS
Experience working remotely and in an agile environment
Work remotely, with travel covered for training days and team building
Essential hardware provided, including a laptop
Full training, including safeguarding, health and safety and information security
Staff Employee Assistance Program
28 days’ holiday pro-rata, including bank holidays
Annual wage and benefits reviews
About Safeguarding Monitor
Safeguarding Monitor provide systems to schools and sports clubs to help keep children safe - the work we do really makes a difference. We build EdAware, for schools and multi-academy trusts, and Locker, which services global sports brands including Premier League football clubs. We’re now part of the Impero family, a market leader in online safety.
Send your CV to techjobs@safeguardingmonitor.co.uk and tell us in a personalised covering email why you are interested in this opportunity. Our selection process usually starts with a short phone interview, and then for shortlisted candidates, either a video call or a visit to Impero's Nottingham offices. This consists of a face-to-face interview, practical exercise, and some time for you to meet and get to know the team.
Please, no recruiters or firms offering subcontracting. Candidates must be based in the UK.
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10 Years Ago: Arctic Monkeys Debut With ‘Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not’
Intrinsically millennial and unapologetically fun, the Arctic Monkeys' debut album exceeded the British outfit's considerable (and deserved) hype.
Cover Stories: Metallica’s ‘Master of Puppets’
The front sleeve of Metallica's 'Master of Puppets' set the tone for thrash metal artwork. Here's the story behind the cover.
31 Years Ago: Red Hot Chili Peppers Release Their Self-Titled Debut
The Red Hot Chili Peppers' path to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame began with this tentative first step.
Cover Stories: Nirvana, ‘Nevermind’
"Full of poetry and cynicism." That's how album cover legends Storm Thorgerson and Aubrey Powell of Hipgnosis fame describe Nirvana's 'Nevermind' sleeve.
24 Years Ago: Lollapalooza Makes Its Debut
Daytime temperatures hit 111 degrees, Nine Inch Nails played a one-and-a-half minute set and Jane's Addiction got into a fistfight on stage. It's July 18, 1991.
28 Years Ago: Jane’s Addiction Release Self-Titled Indie Debut
In the midst of the hair metal era, Jane's took to the Sunset Strip to record their live debut.
22 Years Ago: Paw Make Their Debut With ‘Dragline’
Paw was the band that put Kansas on the grunge map. And then what?
10 Years Ago: Nine Inch Nails Release ‘With Teeth’
NIN's fourth full length album captures Trent Reznor at a turning point.
Check Out Post-Punk Legends Reimagined as Marvel Superheroes
Artist Butcher Billy reimagines New Wave and post-punk icons like Morrissey as Marvel superheroes and the results are awesome.
Electric Mumfords? Bring It On
Mumford & Sons are following in some very big footsteps with their move from acoustic to electric. Here are four legends who came before them.
Global Release Day: Rail Disaster or Train Saver?
"Global release Friday" might ruin your local record store, but that's nothing new. Technology has been railroading the little guy for years.
Apple Sours on Indie Labels
Format changes and "editorial discretion" slams the iTunes door for many indie labels.
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Office of Councillor Jeff Leiper, Kitchissippi Ward, Ottawa | (613) 580-2485 | jeff@kitchissippiward.ca
Kitchissippi
IPD weekend closures upcoming
Home / IPD weekend closures upcoming
I've received the following notice of three consecutive weekends of southbound Island Park Drive closures between Richmond and Scott associated with the Mailes Avenue re-construction. I know this is an extremely popular cycling route for people going to the Gatineau hills, and am discussing with the City whether this impact can be mitigated.
Construction work for the Mailes Avenue Reconstruction project is progressing. In order to facilitate the Contractor’s installation of the sewers and watermain, within the Mailes Avenue and Island Park Drive intersection, a series of temporary weekend road closures for southbound traffic on Island Park Drive, between Scott Street and Richmond Road is required.
The closure will also allow for the removal of the catch basins on Island Park Drive north of Richmond Road, install new catch basins at Island Park Drive and Mailes Avenue and reinstate roadway to existing conditions. The closure is required to accommodate the Contractor’s equipment, for protection of existing utilities, and for safety of the workers and the public.
Southbound Island Park Drive, between Scott Street and Richmond Road, will be closed to vehicular and bicycle traffic. Access for local residents will be maintained via northbound Island Park Drive.
The southbound road closures are scheduled to take place on three weekends this summer:
7 pm Friday July 19 to 10 pm Sunday July 21
7 pm Friday August 9 to 10 pm Sunday August 11
Signed detours for vehicles and bicyclists will be in place during the duration of the closure. A safe and accessible path of travel for all pedestrians will be maintained through and/or around the construction site. During the weekend closures, northbound traffic on Island Park Drive will be maintained. Southbound traffic on Island Park Drive will be detoured at Scott Street.
Councillor Jeff Leiper, Kitchissippi Ward 15,
City of Ottawa, 110 Laurier Avenue West,
Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 1J1, Canada
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Effort to raise awareness and investigations of 'sextortion' cases targeting children
It's a rare day when the leaders of three federal agencies in Minnesota sit down on the same day, at the same time with a member of the media.
They did with KSTP-TV recently, which speaks to how worrisome they believe the issue of 'sextortion' is in Minnesota.
Sextortion is a cybercrime, where online predators use social media to get kids to share sexually explicit images-- over and over and over again.
Federal investigators said it is a growing threat to children. Erica MacDonald is the United States Attorney for Minnesota and said her office is on track to charge 38 percent more cases this year over 2018.
"Now that everybody has a tablet, a phone, there is no end to the deviance of certain individuals willing to exploit the vulnerabilities of our children," MacDonald said.
More from KSTP:
Registered sex offender arrested on school bus in St. Paul
Registered sex offender charged in 'sextortion' case
Her office of federal prosecutors is part of a larger team of agencies including the FBI and Department of Homeland Security, who track and prosecute extortion cases.
Jill Sanborn is the FBI Special Agent in Charge.
"Anytime you have a community being victimized the way they are with 'sextortion' situations, we come together as law enforcement to protect those victims," said Sanborn.
As head of the Department of Homeland Security for Minnesota, North and South Dakota's, Tracy Cormier says the false conception of feeling safe while on the internet at home should be a retired assumption.
"Everyone has access to the internet and they feel they're untouchable because they're at home on their computer doing this, [but] they're not untouchable [and] we will come after you. It is really like shooting fish in a barrel, any day my agents can get online and catch somebody," Cormier said.
Investigators said online or anonymous apps are the new playgrounds for predators who befriend unsuspecting teens, gain their trust over time and eventually coerce them to share a provocative photo.
Cyber suspects also record sexually explicit live streams, even hack into electronic devices, always wanting more. If they don't get that, blackmailing begins. The suspect threatens to go public with compromising material, or else.
"These images once sent you can't get back and the damage it can do to a child psychologically and physically, they may self-harm [as a result]. We've got to raise awareness on the issue," said MacDonald.
Agency leaders are taking that message to families in Bloomington in May. A community gathering will be held, a 'sextortion' survivor will speak along with Bloomington Police Chief, Jeff Potts.
The FBI offers these suggestions to reduce the chances of being victimized:
DON'T send compromising images to anyone
DON'T open attachments from people you don't know
TURN OFF electronic devices and web camera's when you're not using them
If you're getting threats, confide in someone. Authorities have to know about a suspect to go after them.
MacDonald also stressed that "the focus is on protecting the victim and punishing the predator."
New training program for child welfare workers in Minnesota now underway
Proposed Wisconsin city ordinance to fine parents of bullies
Rural Montgomery man facing child pornography charges
Tutor coach charged with criminal sexual conduct involving 14-year-old student
Non-profit provides legal aid to kids in child protective services
Minneapolis school bus driver saves toddler from harsh winter conditions
IN DEPTH: Northern Minnesota juvenile facility accused of failing to stop 'blatant, rampant' sex abuse
Glencoe man sentenced for shaking 5-month-old child
Woman accused of using MiraLAX to harm baby
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Lance Larsen - The Man Whose Blood
Lance Larsen The Man Whose Blood
We followed the yells out of the Santa Lucia subway station to their source: a pair of shoe shiners on the sidewalk hurling obscenities at each other like knives. This was downtown Santiago, mid-March. Drunk shoe shiners—a category new to both Elder Pickering and me. As Mormon missionaries we’d seen more than our share of inebriated men, certainly, but never a pair fighting over clientele. A small crowd gathered to see this nonsense up close: just what weird turn would this Thursday take? Bleary-eyed, unsteady, they circled like circus bears, one wielding a bread knife, the other a bike chain. And screaming accusations. Something about squatter’s rights and stealing customers, something about one hundred pesos, their tinctures and brushes and rags scattered as if a windstorm had zigzagged through the city. I may as well invent names for them. The stocky one, with a bread knife: Tito. The one wielding a bike chain, the drunker of the two, with oily hair that hung to his shoulders: Gonzalo. Elder Pickering made like he wanted to leave. “Hang on,” I said. “But we have an appointment,” he said back. Tito made a few half-hearted stabs. In response Gonzalo flipped the chain like a whip, catching then wrapping around Tito’s knee. Tito bellowed. A taxi hurtled past, honking. Gonzalo looked away just long enough for Tito to pick up a spindly stool where his customers would sit and bring it down over Gonzalo’s head. This street fight was nothing like Hollywood, with a pair of toughs trading death blows, each rising like an unkillable phoenix. The stool broke on contact, packing enough wallop to knock Gonzalo to the ground and opening a mean gash above his eye.
Gonzalo tightened his grip on the chain and tried to get up. No small task, with blood sheeting down the left side of his face. Nearby, Tito shook what was left of the stool, as if to say, You come at me, I’ll hit you again. Where was a green uniformed carabinero with a machine gun when you needed one? Tito stepped closer. Before I could think it through, weigh implications, I jumped between them, these polishers of shoes. My back to Gonzalo, I faced Tito and held my hands up, an impromptu peace officer making things up as he goes. “Oiga,” I said, “can you give him some room?” And I motioned for Tito to return to his scattered supplies on the sidewalk, some twenty feet away. He looked me over in glassy defiance. I felt there were rats inside me trying to find a way out. Slowly he stepped back. I turned to Gonzalo, the left half of his face a mess of red, more blood than I’d ever seen up close. It dripped onto his light blue shirt. He wiped at the wound and attempted to stand up. “Tranquilo,” I said, “keep yourself quiet.” I tried to use a missionary voice to hide my stammers. There must have been thirty, thirty-five people circling us now. I grabbed the cleanest rag I could find, folded it three times, and pressed it against the gash.
This was 1982, the ninth year of the infamous Pinochet regime, and Chile was awash in blood, if you bothered to look. Dogs lying in gutters in puddles of blood. Newspapers trafficking in blood, accidents and murders, new installments daily. Blood dripping from a butchered pig in someone’s back yard. Blood and entrails in a rusted pickup sliding along the highway. A charm dipped in pigeon blood pinned to a baby’s bib to keep off the evil eye. “Whose evil eye?” I asked, with less than a week in the country. My companion shrugged. “Could be anyone’s, including yours,” he said. “To a peasant mother, we’re gringos, extranjeros, evil doers, wicked magicians. Look at the baby wrong, you could curse it for life, at the very least give it a bad fever.” And underneath visible blood, ghost blood. Blood spilled by conquistadors, coup blood, blood of the new regime, blood of the desaparacidos. Blood a mere three blocks away soaking the turf at El Estadio Nacional where soccer greats once pounded the field and pop stars sang their lungs out, where in 1973, following the Golpe, Pinochet and his military conjunto herded dissidents into the stadium, then tortured and shot resistors—some 7000, by certain accounts.
When I re-tell the story of Gonzalo fighting Tito, I think, This time, this time I will find the right narrative thread. And then I attempt to sneak a loop around each listener’s ankle and two or three loops around mine, tie the other end of the rope to the saddle, then slap the horse’s rump, hoping to be taken for a tortuous ride from which I will extract clarity and wisdom. Maybe this time I will explain that splattering blood makes archipelagoes on the sidewalk or that in Spanish “hero” has three syllables, heroé, and ends with an accent that leaves you with your mouth open, as if waiting for a fair damsel’s kiss. But such flights violate linear story- telling, draw an audience dangerously close to bad poetry, not to mention my own narcissism—Come to think of it, I’ve always thought of myself as a hero—so I veer back toward straight narrative and reduce my conundrum in blood to mere anecdote. My listeners nod and say, “Amazing, amazing,” as we’ve all learned to do, then they launch into their own anecdotes. That’s when I want to shake them by the shoulders: Wait, you don’t understand. The man was bleeding, his blood like paint. He was so drunk he hardly knew life was gushing out of him. Two men without names, and I jumped between them, a gringo with an accent.
Usually what passes as drama in a missionary’s life hinges not on blood, but something embarrassingly mundane. Something like cologne. Rewind to my first Christmas in Chile, one year and three months before I’d laid eyes on the drunken shoe shiner I’ve come to call Gonzalo. No tracting or teaching on account of the holiday, so we visited church members instead. We dropped by the Ortegas, who complained at church that we had neglected them. True, I suppose. We didn’t mind Sister Ortega, but Brother Ortega was the type who bears some grandiloquent testimony about God’s goodness and an angel descending from the sky with a glowing book, then hours later he wanders the neighborhood plastered, confronting neighbors and cussing the bleary moon at the top of his lungs. Not exactly Let-your-light-so-shine material. Brother Ortega welcomed us to his house. “Bienvenido,” he said. A tiny place dressed out in Christmas, but reeking of something god awful and spicy. Once we were settled, he left the room, returning shortly with a bottle. “Cologne,” he said, as if we’d never heard the word. He unscrewed the top and splashed some on his neck. “Beautiful smell,” he said, “try it.” My companion declined, I declined. Brother Ortega offered again. Thank you but no, we said. He thought we were being polite. On the third try, my companion relented and allowed Brother Ortega to splash some on his neck. I felt myself gag, cloying spiciness everywhere. “Muy bien,” Brother Ortega said. He tried to hand the bottle to me. “Beautiful smell, beautiful smell,” he said to which I said no thank you. Back and forth, till our exchange was not about cologne, but about my asinine refusal to christen myself with his gift. My voice climbed and climbed until something broke in the room. I wish it had been the bottle, which would have given me a tangible mess to clean up. Brother Ortega retreated to the opposite side of the room, and Sister Ortega served soft drinks, but the broken feeling stayed. I knew in this life I would always smell slightly rotten to Brother Ortega—and myself. Why, why didn’t I just dab on the damned cologne?
“Hay un medico? Llame una ambulancia,” I yelled. “Call an ambulance.” Why wasn’t anyone helping us? “Oiga, Elder Pickering,” I said, “I could use some help.” Couldn’t he see the rag was sopping with blood, squeezing out between my fingers and dripping down Gonzalo’s face? He hustled over. “Get me another rag,” I said, “a thicker one.” He lifted one from the ground, as if it were diseased. Maybe it was. “Sure, that one will do,” I said. “Fold it, now fold it again.” What is it they teach in first aid classes—the skull is one of the most dangerous places to get hit? Straight bone under the skin. Pickering handed me the rag. I slapped it down on top of the first and applied more pressure. Had you asked me to begin CPR that afternoon or treat for shock, I would have proved useless. But apply pressure to a wound: that I could do. Newcomers stopped and pointed, Gonzalo groaning and trying to twist away from me. “Está bien, hermano,” I told him. He calmed a little. Or perhaps he settled into a more mellow level of drunkenness. Let Elder Pickering and the others represent the Levite who crossed to the other side of the wounded man on the road to avoid getting involved. Not me. I pushed on the wound with one hand, pushed the back of his head with the other, and thought virtuous thoughts about myself.
One evening, a few weeks before that first Christmas when I refused to wear nasty cologne, we dropped by to teach a young family, only to find ourselves in the middle of a wake. The couple’s first child, born prematurely, had thrived for weeks at the hospital, but had taken a sudden bad turn. Now neighbors paying their respects crowded the house, and curious children hung around the front door, eager and not eager to go inside. No bigger than a doll, the dead child lay in a tiny wooden box, with a piece of glass over the top, to keep flies off and the smell down. His body was filled with blood and the blood was going bad. Except for a hodgepodge of burning tapers, the room looked as it always had: a radio, a couple of chairs, a television with rabbit ears crookedly poking to the heavens, a re-touched marriage portrait built on contradiction—a couple looking preternaturally young in an old-fashioned sort of way. Under glass, the baby appeared shriveled, as if rescued from a pond. I had been to exactly one funeral in my life: a grade-school basketball couch. What did I know about losing a child? I could barely conjugate the simplest verbs. My Chilean companion taught an impromptu lesson on mercy and God’s love, then on bended knee offered a prayer of consolation, and we slipped out of the house into the dark.
Oh, the rich paradoxes of blood. It flowed no more in this infant but carried forth in the parents, fueling the accusations they aimed at God. According to certain theologians, Eden fell into wilderness at the very moment that Adam and Eve partook of the forbidden fruit and blood replaced the celestial elixir in their veins. Not only did the Israelites believe that “the life of the flesh is in the blood,” but they prohibited any eating of it—a pragmatic health restriction yes, but also a symbolic religious prohibition. To eat blood was to eat death. Isn’t the Bible a kind of book of blood? Cain spilling what flowed in Abel’s veins, first murder. Moses turning innocent water into ponds of blood and vexing Pharaoh’s court. Believers smearing a little of the red stuff on the lintels and saving their firstborn. You sacrifice a lamb, you ingest the Lamb of God. Oh, Man of sorrows whose shed blood swallows my blood, take us up and drink us as we drink you.
How many people gathered around the bleeding shoe shiner at Santa Lucia? Say thirty, a conservative estimate. Thirty adults times ten pints of blood, I’m rounding down for the sake of simplicity, so 300 pints gathered on a sidewalk in Santiago, Chile in March a few days before my birthday. Among us, men who cut themselves shaving, women who bled themselves fertile three or four days a month—in short, adults used to blood and the way it leaks out. We lamented it, monitored it, denied it, tried to stanch it, swore by it and swore at it, rinsed it away, walked around in public fueled by it. What were we but movable vases of blood, all that salty red stuff behaving according to rules—at least most of the time. None of us thinking: skin is a gift, skin lets me take my nine or twelve pints of blood for a walk, lets me buy hot bread at the corner bakery or stop at the cathedral to light a candle for my ill daughter, or canoodle with the one I love. None thinking, this skin in which I am wonderfully wrapped keeps blood in and the world out. And yet, when a portion of one pint of 300 collective pints spills on skin and clothes and dirty cement and keeps spilling, we collect like sharks. My blood, we reason, knows enough to stay where it belongs, why doesn’t his? What is it underneath suits and dresses, under lust and revenge and heartlessness and curiosity, underneath underwear, under skin, what is it inside our blood that gives blood pause?
One of my last assignments in Chile was to visit a different group of missionaries each Friday and give them gamma globulin shots—to curb racing hormones, local members believed. The truth was a good deal more mundane: to bolster antibodies and keep missionaries on their feet. I had expert training in this task, which is to say, another missionary gave me a needle and an old orange one afternoon and said, Practice with water till the orange bursts or you get it right. I debuted the next day. The task was simple enough: warm the gummy gamma globulin to room temperature, fill the syringe, get the air bubbles out, pinch the missionary’s tricep, plunge the needle in at an angle, inject slowly, and talk up the work. “Hey Sister, you’re really tearing it up in San Bernardo. Twenty-three discussions last week.” Or, “Elder, you guys still playing soccer on Mondays?” Though I never liked giving the injections any more than missionaries liked receiving them, I fell into the ritual of it—small talk, rolled-up sleeves, the sting of the needle, tired jokes to scare off weariness. And underneath the camaraderie, a smorgasbord of blood: he blood, she blood, anorexic Sister Munoz blood with her fleshless arms, the blood of Elder Rock (his actual name), a weight lifter with cantaloupe biceps so big he had to take off his shirt for an injection. Blood smearing each cotton ball held to each arm, cotton balls collecting in a wastebasket at my feet. A, B, O positive, O negative, what are we, who will we become when we are beyond blood?
One of my favorite responsibilities: interviewing candidates for baptism, especially young kids. Beribboned or cowlicked, faces scrubbed, eager to say yes no matter what the question. Adults—a trickier lot. We talked about faith, repentance, white tunics, burying the old self in a grave of water, the Holy Ghost like sweet fire. I reminded them it was not me receiving their burden. I was merely an agent. Sometimes their confessions bled from them in a torrent of tears and regret: violence, drunkenness, drugs, thievery, unfaithfulness, abuse. A woman who had three abortions, a man who beat up a rival gang member and left him for dead under a bridge—no idea whether he pulled through. I recall an investigator in her early twenties. After weeks of lessons and an interview, she was ready. Now, the day before her baptism, she turned jumpy and distressed and wanted to speak in private. Under a darkening sky, we stepped outside her parents’ house. “Are you having second thoughts?” I asked. She shook her head no, she wanted baptism in the worst way, but there was this thing. Her hands turning in front of her like paddle wheels, this thing inside her. What thing? I said. This thing, muy adentro, she said, her eyes welling up, this contraceptivo, and somehow I understood she meant an IUD. She had gone to a clinic to have it removed, but her doctor was on vacation. Would she have to postpone the baptism, with this mala cosa, this bad thing nestled deep inside, like a crow’s foot? Of course not, I said, you’re as ready as anyone, and I thought of the woman in the New Testament, how she reached out her hand in a jostling crowd, and was cured of twelve years of blood.
The story of Gonzalo was a story of blood, but also other things. I first tried writing it as a poem. To create a little distance, I made the narrator an exchange student, not a missionary. Instead of scriptures, I gave him a violin in a black case. Instead of supplying a missionary to travel with, I let him wend his way home alone after a violin lesson in Las Condes. In the poem I never finished, the narrator, after holding a dirty rag to Gonzalo’s head, drops into the subway and travels the bowels of Santiago to emerge in La Cisterna to study math with his sort-of girlfriend. She was filled with blood, and so was he, and their bodies were not broken and after he told the story of holding the bloody man, she called him a hero, her mouth partly open. I wanted to slow things down as they slipped outside. I wanted her to massacre English and him to stumble through the subjunctive. I wanted her to notice blood on his shirt and him to taste lemon on her mouth when he kissed her. I wanted him to follow the River Maipú back to his host family. I wanted him to stop to urinate and look up at the moon, the same moon spilling indifferent light on his house back in the States. I wanted him to add his water to the water of the river and laugh out loud at nothing in particular, then shiver against the cold.
I held Gonzalo’s head for how long, five minutes, maybe six? I don’t remember an ambulance pulling up, just two men in white carrying medical supplies. They nodded at me. Their nod said, So you intervened, Pal. Big deal. Go back to your silly missionary life. Real help has arrived. I held Gonzalo’s head a moment longer. Part of me thought, No, I’ll keep him to myself. But it was a small part of me. I stood up and walked away. Gonzalo said nothing, not thank you, not goodbye. The crowd stared for a moment, as if I were leaving a stage, then turned their attention to the medicos who were guaranteeing that Gonzalo remained the center of attention. When I replay this story now I don’t think of myself as heroic so much as laughable. A boy, a young man, not used to blood. Laughable but lucky. I blew my first chance at embracing a country when I refused the smelly cologne of a drunken man, but not my second. I can still smell Gonzalo, his unwashed body and the seepy stink of alcohol, his mouth a gash of unbrushed teeth. As much as I recoiled, I also felt a fierce purpose, my hand pressing his forehead, keeping the blood inside him where it belonged. “You better wash up,” Elder Pickering said. I must have looked pretty mangy—blood on both hands, splashes on my shirt and pants, great drops like toe caps on my shoe. We found a water faucet at a nearby park and I washed. The red disappeared from my shirt but left a halo, wet and pink. “Well?” I said. Elder Pickering looked me over. “Not bad,” he said. We walked the three blocks to the bus stop, my shirt cold and wet against my skin.
When I think of Santiago in the early 80s, I think of towering glass buildings downtown and open air markets that explode with trade each morning, I think of squatters and ramshackle slums and battered buses, I think of soldiers toting machine guns, I think of empanadas and the greening foothills of the Andes, I think of kids playing soccer in the street, and I think too of the hundreds of memorials to spilled blood dotting the city. These are cobbled-together affairs at best—more like cairns than monuments. Where the train tracks veer south and a freighter hit a child flying a kite, a tiny shrine. There in the field, at the base of a giant electric tower, three shrines. At a dangerous intersection, four or five shrines, each tethered to a different ghost, a different accident. We will not forget, these shrines seem to say. And in the process, these shrines convert victim into supplicant, supplicant into advocate, advocate into a local saint who might curry favor with the Virgin and her wounded Son. A theology so primitive and naive that I can’t help but feel drawn to it in memory. At night, a candle burning inside a shrine beside a picture of the deceased, kept company by a Virgin the size of a doll. I can fix you, says the candle. And take away your struggles, says the photograph. There’s room for you here, says the Virgin. Shrink yourself down, she says to me, to everyone. Shrink yourself down and crawl inside this refuge station, curl up on a dollhouse bed, rest your legs, poor mules. Let someone so small He is immense rock you till morning.
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Problems with 3COM 3C900Combo
by Christian Moller
Hi all Fedora users, I have just joined this list. I am running the latest Fedora but I can't get my 3C900Combo networking card to work. I can see that the card is installed but no IP-address is asigned to it and I can't set it. So I think that there is a bug in that driver. Any other user out there who have a solution for this? Best regards and thanks, Christian
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RAGE XL Framebuffer
by Yanick Quirion
Hi all I know that is not a specific question about Fedora, but I can't find answer on the kernel mailing list. Is somebody having server with integrated ATI RAGE XL video card? Is it possible to patch the kernel to support this video card? If I add VGA=791 in my grub.conf, I will have a resolution of 1024x768 which is good, but the display is very slow (especially when the screen is scrolling). If I use I this: "video=aty128fb:1024x768@70" it will not work. I'm using kernel 2.4.22 but I will try 2.6.0-test11 today. If somebody has a patch, a link or anything else that can help me, it will be appreciated. Thanks for your help. Regards, ----------- Yanick Quirion Administrateur Réseau/Network Manager NEOKIMIA INC. Institut de Pharmacologie de Sherbrooke 3e étage (Édifice Z5) 3001 12e avenue Nord Sherbrooke, Québec CANADA J1H 5N4 Tél.: +1 819 820-6040 Direct: +1 819 820-6855 Fax.: +1 819 820-6841 email: Yanick.Quirion(a)neokimia.com
Soundblaster
by Antonio Montagnani
I have two similar PC (old Pentium but workin fine) In Pc no.1 I upgraded from RH8 to Fedora and it went fine: Soundblaster is working fine In Pc no.2 I made a fresh installation but in redhat-sound-config Fedora doesn't see any card, that was working on Redhat 9 after soundconfig... Where is the trick?? I assume that my Sounblaster is an old 16...but fine on a router/firewall. Tnx Antonio
Linux software for Motorola Razor phone?
by William W. Austin
This may have been answered before, but scanning the archives, I haven't found it (sorry...). My wife recently surprised me with a new gsm phone, a Motorola Razor. I already had the USB cable which works with it (use it with my camcorder), but a web search for Linux software to use the phone with one of my Linux boxen didn't turn up anything. Basically I want to synchronize the calendar and phonebooks, and be able to back up files from the phone to the computer (and restore). I'm running both FC4 and FC5 here so anything which would work with either of those would be great - and much apprecited. Thanks in advance, -- william w. austin waustin(a)speakeasy.net "life is just another phase i'm going through. this time, anyway ..."
Network problems on new FC4 box - please help.
I had to replace a disk (the one with all of the home directories on it) on an FC3 box, and so I bought a new drive (particulars unimportant). To make a long story short, I decided to put FC4 on this box, and so I installed the new drive and put the root filesystem on it. I still have the old FC3 root drive and can boot to either for comparison... Under FC3, I have no network problems that I can detect; however, under FC4 there are two distinct (related? no idea) problems which have eluded me. I have tried looking up both of these in the archives, but have had no luck (some similar issues, but nothing exactly like either of these unless I missed them). Problem 1: network card goes to sleep. This machine has 2 network cards, both on-board. The 1GB card L(Intel 82540EM) goes to the smartswitch to tolk to the local network, and does not show any problems. The other card (nVidia nForce2) is a 100MB card and talks to the DSL modem. Periodically I cannot connect to the internet at all - or even ping the DSL modem. This happens irregularly but about 5-10 times/day. If I reboot back to FC3, the problem does not occur. Network configurations between the two (FC3/FC4) are as identical as I can make them. The first few times the problem occurs, sometimes retarting networking works, but eventually a full sys reboot is the only thing which works. Problem 2: slow local network. Under FC3 throughput on the LOCAL network (1GB lan) is very fast. Under FC4, the best I have seen is ONE transfer of about 1.2 MB/s - and throughput drops to as low as 50-75KB/s at times. Again, this does not occur under FC3 but does under FC4. Again the same setup as nearly as I can make it. No workaround found so far. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. -- william w. austin waustin(a)speakeasy.net "life is just another phase i'm going through. this time, anyway ..."
X and Intel 965
by Jeffrey Ross
so far the installation of FC6 has gone relatively smoothly albeit some additional learning and bumps due to the 64 bit architecture of this machine. The mother board is an Intel DG965RYCK which uses Intel's 965 express chipset. Based upon what I've been able to find on the web, Intel has released the drivers for this chipset to OSS, although there have been issues as to what Intel actually released and how complete they might be. Regardless I unable to run mplayer (or Realplayer) for that matter without the display first freezing then going black followed by garbage along the bottom of the screen. A Control-Alt-Backspace does not stop X from running. The only way to recover the machine from this point is to reboot the system. I am still able to connect from a remote system, its just the display that has become unstable. lspci -v shows the following for the graphics adapter 00:02.0 VGA compatible controller: Intel Corporation Integrated Graphics Controller (rev 02) (prog-if 00 [VGA]) Subsystem: Intel Corporation Unknown device 514d Flags: bus master, fast devsel, latency 0, IRQ 177 Memory at 50200000 (32-bit, non-prefetchable) [size=1M] Memory at 40000000 (64-bit, prefetchable) [size=256M] I/O ports at 3110 [size=8] Capabilities: [90] Message Signalled Interrupts: 64bit- Queue=0/0 Enable- Capabilities: [d0] Power Management version 2 suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks
vstpd.conf
by dhottinger＠harrisonburg.k12.va.us
Im having a devil of a time getting vsftpd configured for auth. with an ldap backend on Fedora Core 5. I keep getting a 530 530 Login incorrect. Unable to make a connection. Please try again. The server has a username incorrect message. Anonymous works fine. I have standard vsftpd.conf here is the snippet: anonymous_enable=No # # Uncomment this to allow local users to log in. local_enable=YES # # Uncomment this to enable any form of FTP write command. write_enable=YES # # Default umask for local users is 077. You may wish to change this to 022, # if your users expect that (022 is used by most other ftpd's) local_umask=022 # # Uncomment this to allow the anonymous FTP user to upload files. This only # has an effect if the above global write enable is activated. Also, you will # obviously need to create a directory writable by the FTP user. #anon_upload_enable=YES # # Uncomment this if you want the anonymous FTP user to be able to create # new directories. #anon_mkdir_write_enable=YES # # Activate directory messages - messages given to remote users when they # go into a certain directory. dirmessage_enable=YES # # Activate logging of uploads/downloads. xferlog_enable=YES ascii_upload_enable=YES ascii_download_enable=YES # # You may fully customise the login banner string: #ftpd_banner=Welcome to blah FTP service. # # You may specify a file of disallowed anonymous e-mail addresses. Apparently # useful for combatting certain DoS attacks. #deny_email_enable=YES # (default follows) #banned_email_file=/etc/vsftpd.banned_emails # # You may specify an explicit list of local users to chroot() to their home # directory. If chroot_local_user is YES, then this list becomes a list of # users to NOT chroot(). chroot_local_user=YES #chroot_list_enable=YES # (default follows) #chroot_list_file=/etc/vsftpd.chroot_list # # You may activate the "-R" option to the builtin ls. This is disabled by # default to avoid remote users being able to cause excessive I/O on large # sites. However, some broken FTP clients such as "ncftp" and "mirror" assume # the presence of the "-R" option, so there is a strong case for enabling it. ls_recurse_enable=YES pam_service_name=vsftp userlist_enable=YES #enable for standalone mode listen=YES tcp_wrappers=YES User authentication is against an ldap server. That seems to be working fine. AFP users can connect ok. I read about an issue with the pam module, but that doesnt seem to be the case. I keep beating this thing around and around with no joy so far. -- Dwayne Hottinger Network Administrator Harrisonburg City Public Schools
Kernel numbers
What does it mean to see an rpm with a kernel of 2.6.10-1.741_FC3, when we go to a site like http://www.kernel.org and see the latest kernel is at 2.6.10? If one wanted to compile their own kernel from this site, would they be losing fixes/etc. from the "-1.741_FC3" portion? Thanks, still learning here... -- Jeffrey Stevens gpg --keyserver pgp.mit.edu --recv-keys D2E5A4E8 Key fingerprint: 1C86 8717 E485 FA4D B9EF 96E2 A1AC 4B00 D2E5 A4E8
Re: Port forwarding
Hi, Jari Marikainen wrote: > I would like to forward incoming traffic from internet to > "<195.198.111.x> port 80" to "<some other ip on the internet> port 80" > in FC3 on the same interface. I would try the DNAT/SNAT iptables targets, along the lines of: iptables -t nat -A PREROUTING -p tcp --dport 80 -d 195.198.111.x \ -j DNAT --to-destination 65.114.4.69 iptables -t nat -A POSTROUTING -p tcp --dport 80 -d 65.114.4.69 \ -j SNAT --to-source <your external IP address on this machine> The second line makes the real server send it's replies through the same path (otherwise it will reply directly to the client) You have to enable/allow forwarding for everything to work. hth, /Andy
MySQL for an absulute beginner - Need recommandation
by Barry Yu
Would appreciate point me to a place where I could find the info in learning MySQL as an absolute begginer.
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At the law firm of Coodin & Overson, PLLP, in Lake Elmo, Minnesota, we offer a full range of legal services in a variety of practice areas to help individuals, families and business owners with virtually any legal need they may have. Serving all of Washington County and the surrounding areas, the attorneys at our law firm provide the quality representation our clients deserve when facing legal...
Law Office of Thomas B. Schway
Family Law Lawyers Serving Shafer, MN (Oakdale)
When you have been injured, have issues with estate planning, or are facing criminal charges, you need a friendly, reliable attorney with strong advice and common sense. We provide experienced and quality legal representation to our clients throughout the Twin Cities metro area and Greater Minnesota. We have successfully handled thousands of cases and recovered top awards, verdicts, and...
Bowden Cyr, PLLC
At Bowden Cyr, PLLC, in Oakdale, Minnesota, we believe in providing nothing less than success for our clients who are looking for a law firm that makes people feel welcome and confident that their stories will be heard. Our law firm focuses on helping real people through real problems and making our clients feel at ease. We do not overpromise and underdeliver. We manage our clients’...
Krenner Law LLC
Krenner Law LLC represents couples and individuals throughout the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota, in divorces, family law, ADR and mediation. The law firm handles a wide range of issues, including child custody, child support and modifications, alimony/spousal support and paternity matters. Prior to becoming a lawyer and the founding of Krenner Law LLC in 2006, attorney...
Law Office of Barbara J. Gislason
Family Law Lawyers Serving Shafer, MN (Fridley)
Gislason has earned her reputation as a powerful and tenacious family lawyer, and an influential and savvy art and entertainment attorney. Selected by her colleagues as a Law & leading Attorney in both practice areas, she has been recognized as a Super Lawyer in the Minnesota Monthly and Law and Politics , a Top Attorney in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine , and appears on the National...
J. Oakes Family Law
Family Law Lawyers Serving Shafer, MN (Roseville)
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CNIB admits to early partnership with Brandt, defends process
After renewed questions over the genesis of its partnership with Brandt Developments, CNIB says it "followed the requirements and procedures set out by the relevant authorities"
Christall Beaudry, executive director of CNIB Saskatchewan. TROY FLEECE / Regina Leader-Post
After renewed questions over the genesis of its partnership with Brandt Developments, the Canadian National Institute for the Blind is defending how it sought a developer for its building in Wascana Park.
“With our original building at the end of its life, we’ve been working for the past decade to find a solution that would allow us to continue delivering services in the area,” Christall Beaudry, executive director of the CNIB Saskatchewan division, was quoted as saying in a press release Tuesday.
“At every stage of the process, we have followed the requirements and procedures set out by the relevant authorities.”
The Leader-Post reported on Saturday that Brandt had presented what architects called a “fully formed” proposal to the Wascana Centre Authority (WCA) in October 2014. That was months before the CNIB formally requested expressions of interest from developers the next May.
In Tuesday’s statement, Beaudry said efforts to raise funds for the building’s replacement began in 2013. But the campaign “ultimately failed to secure the necessary community support.”
But it did turn up interest from Brandt Developments.
“To explore the opportunity more fully, we agreed in 2014 to pause our process and enter into a time-limited agreement with Brandt,” according to Beaudry’s statement. “This agreement saw them develop a design concept for the site as a multi-tenant facility in which CNIB would occupy rent-free space.”
That concept was the one presented to the WCA in 2014. Architects blasted the proposal at the time, saying it raised “profound difficulties” and was too dense for the park.
CNIB acknowledged that “comprehensive” feedback, but said CNIB was also led to believe there was a path forward for the project.
The expression of interest process followed, “on the recommendation of the provincial government, and in accordance with our procurement practices,” Beaudry explained. Her statement said seven parties inquired, but only Brandt ended up submitting a proposal.
“We are confident in the diligence of our selection process, and we believe this project can be delivered in such a way as to uphold the values of the park and benefit the community,” Beaudry said. “Critically, this new facility will ensure blind and partially sighted Reginans can count on CNIB for years to come.”
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Posted in artifacts, culture, events, health, history, locales, nature, news, people, technology, tradition, travel with tags angara family, aurora province, Aurora Quezon, Aurora tsunami, baler, Casiguran, Dilasag, Dinalungan, Dingalan, Dipaculao, japan, Japan earthquake 2011, Japan tsunami 2011, Manuel Quezon, Maria Aurora, museo de baler, philippine earthquakes, Philippine Sea, philippine tsunamis, philippines, President Manuel Quezon, Quezon Province, san luis on March 15, 2011 by mijodo
(Author’s Note: I wrote this article and took the accompanying pictures, for a certain publication about two years ago. And about a week ago, somehow I decided that this article about Aurora Province where a tsunami had taken place in the 18th century would be posted for this blog around this week. Uncannily, in Japan, last Friday, a major earthquake and a tsunami happened. Subsequently on the same Friday, another tsunami, although relatively small, affected Aurora Province)
“I am going to Aurora,” I stated.
“Ah, in Quezon,” almost everyone chorused.
“No, it is Aurora Province,” I said emphatically.
Apparently Aurora has not been a part of Quezon for some decades now. But no one seems to know about this important factoid except perhaps people from Quezon and Aurora provinces. Quezon province is named in honor of President Manuel Quezon, the second president of the Philippine Republic who was born though in Baler in 1878. While Aurora province is named after the wife of President Quezon, the former Aurora Aragon who was born in Baler too in 1888. And during the Spanish period Quezon and Aurora provinces constituted the whole province of Tayabas. In 1946, it was President Roxas, the fifth President who had renamed Tayabas into Quezon Province and it was the legislative branch, Batasan Pambansa which approved the independence of Aurora from Quezon in 1979.
Aurora Province has eight municipalities – Casiguran, Dilasag, Dinalungan, Dingalan, Dipaculao, Maria Aurora, San Luis and Baler. Maria Aurora is the only non-coastal town of the province which is largely bordered by the Philippine Sea at the east. And the town is named after the only daughter of President and Mrs. Quezon. Baler is the capital of Aurora, and is most famous for its beaches having large waves, terrific for surfing (Read https://letsgopinas.wordpress.com/2009/09/29/dude-wheres-my-surfboard/). But definitely there is more to this town other than the huge water undulations.
Museo and the Garrison Church. First stop should be the relatively new Museo de Baler, a repository of the artifacts and work of art, significant to the town of Baler and its people. Here one can readily see a short history and important moments of its town through the bronze mural sculpture by National Aritst Abdulmari Imao at the museum’s façade. Outside at its rotunda, there is a steel statue of President Quezon, sitting relaxly, yet still assuming an elegant posture, welcoming the patrons and guests of the museum. Outside too at one of the pocket gardens, there is a nip hut supposedly a replica of where Mrs. Quezon was born. At its steps toward the main door, a facsimile of a cannon during the Spanish era is carefully placed.
Inside the airconditioned museum are mementos from the rich cultural heritage of Baler’s past decades. There are santos and religious articles, and a picture of its seeming old church. There was a number of swords displayed, showcasing the artillery during the Spanish period. At a corner are antique pieces of churchbells which are important to the history of Baler as they were used to warn people of impending bad weather and even possibly – calamities.
Just several streets away, one can find the austere architecture of the Baler Church. It is simple looking, with post Spanish period motif. Apparently there had been an old church, made out of coral stones in the same place where the present church is. It was smallish, compared perhaps to other antiquated churches during that era, but just the same it was a symbol of the Spanish supremacy in Baler. That former church structure had been solid witness to a striking historical drama that started in July, 1898 and finally ended in June, 1899.
During this time the 300 year Spanish regime was already about to close by surrendering the Philippine Islands to the Americans. Apparently there had been a breakdown in communicating the news about the Spanish Government withdrawing its troops and authority over the Philippines to the political stewards and military authorities in Baler thus the soldiers and cleric decided not to abandon their hold of Baler and held fort in its church. Filipinos and even Americans had tried to persuade and convince those who were holed up in the building to abandon their cause and surrender. But the Spanish military fought it out for eleven months. And in the end many of those unwilling to give up had died either of diseases or by gunfire. This historical narration is identified as the Siege of Baler.
And recently there has been a Filipino movie produced, inspired by this account, aptly titled as “Baler.” Although the movie set of the film was mostly done elsewhere, the producers of the film have donated props and replicas used during the making of the movie to Baler Province. These are the cannon, swords, and a picture of the reproduction of the old church of Baler. Some of these are now displayed in Museo de Baler.
To the Hill. Baler, together with the whole of Aurora, is a typhoon stricken area as the storms and tropical cyclones originate from the eastern section of the Philippines, most specially from the Pacific Ocean. Many times this part of the country will be the first ones to experience such howlers.
But there are other misfortunes that Baler has experienced through the centuries – and these are tsunami waves. Apparently there was a huge tsunami in 1735 devastating much of Baler, then known as Kinagunasan. Only seven families survived. It is told that these families ran up the Ermita Hill and escaped the floods. Among those who luckily had gotten out of the lowlands on time was the Angara family which lineage produced political luminaries such as Aurora Governor Bella Angara Castillo and Senator Edgardo J. Angara, and their father Juan Angara, three-time mayor of Baler.
Sadly, there was a recent one too – in 1970. And the waves along its coastline created extensive damage and deaths to the province as well. And the marker at Sabang Beach memorializes the event. In that same marker, Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) warns that another occurrence of this disaster can just happen. Possibly, but not hopefully, the churchbells of Baler Church will ring again to warn its residents to flee their residential homes and run toward Ermita Hill.
Today, Ermita Hill is used as a vantage point for a panoramic view of the expanse of Baler Bay and the Philippine Sea. One can trek on foot or use a tricycle toward its viewing decks to appreciate the coastlines and be entranced with the moving tides of the ocean.
In the area, there are spanking new structures that the local government has built. With red bricks as main construction finish, similarly used in Museo de Baler, a platform stage is created as a focal point for the open-air arena. Now Ermita Hill can be a site for performances and large gatherings. At the back of the stage, a mini-zoo is being completed, with monkeys and sea eagle as initial collection.
The Indigenous and the Natural Setting. Baler is home to two groups of indigenous people – the Dumagats and Ilongots. The Dumagats are sea-farers while the Ilongots are head-hunters. Both tribes have been scarce to the streets of Baler as they have hied off to the remote outskirts, mostly in the mountains of Sierra Madre. Many of their indigenous colorful art and artifacts are being exhibited at Museo de Baler. And when there are festivals and fiestas in Baler, the Dumagats graciously attend, and even showcase their cultural dance to an appreciative audience.
Once in Aurora, you cannot run out of places to go to and not get mesmerized with its natural setting offering. In Baler, aside from the waves of Sabang Beach and Cemento, one can travel to Digisit at Barangay Zabali, just several kilometers away from Cemento, and be enthralled with large boulder rock and coral formations sitting on shallow waters of the beach. It is a dramatic seascape where considerably large waves are broken by these protective barriers. In some parts of the shoreline, sea shells and pebbles delicately scatter around. In other portions, dark smooth stones with sharp edges abound, making the place menacing and foreboding.
But of course, this fearful sensation dissipates as you drink a couple of cold bottles of beer in one of the shacks being rented out. Some of these charming huts are just positioned to have a good view of the waves crashing into the stones.
Necessities. For food, Gerry Shan Restaurant at the main thoroughfare of Quezon Avenue is just the place to be in – good food, ample servings, easy on the budget. As you check out the menu, there is a wide array of Filipino and Chinese entrees in this amiable place. Try their garlic chicken with buttered vegetables and mango shake – all for only 100 pesos. Of course another alternative is Bay’s Inn restobar at Sabang Beach, right in front of those surfing waters. Just stone’s throw away, there is Corrie’s for some baked goods. Sample its carrot cake; it is moist and chewy. There is even wi-fi for those lugging their laptops.
Just in case, you are low in cash, there are two ATM machines – at Development Bank of the Philippines and Land Bank right across the Kapitolyo.
So if you are not fit, not qualified or just not interested to surf at Sabang Beach, there is still much more to Baler, Aurora and its waves. By the way, remember that Aurora is not in Quezon.
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Brexit clashes and reasons to consider to bring out the right vote
Posted on May 9, 2016 by Marcus Ampe
On May the 9th David Cameron, prime minister, raised the spectre of European wars in making the case for staying in the EU. It followed George Osborne, chancellor, on Sunday appealing to the darkest British psychoses with a warning that Brexit would sink house prices.
Europe needs people coming out to say why it is necessary we should have a strong Union. the Netherlands and Great-Britain are a thorn in the eyes and the Greek crisis is undermining the European Union as well.
The Australian analyst Sir Lynton Crosby has said supporters of leaving the European Union are more motivated to turn out on referendum day and could give Brexit the edge. He said Brexit backers were more likely to turn out on June 23 – turning a knife edge two point lead for Leave into a much more significant seven point advantage. In analysis for the Daily Telegraph, Sir Lynton said the final result remained ‘in the balance’.
We can notice an ungrounded fear of uncontrolled immigration as the main reason for not immediately backing ‘Remain’. Though we should seriously reconsider if this refugee crisis is really so much bringing Europe in unbalance.
All European governments should realise that the strength of Europe can only be insured by making clear that the citizens will have enough stability by having enough funds to live reasonably well and not to be squeezed out by the greedy parliaments of the individual countries, like Belgium is trying to squeeze its inhabitants as far as they can and those citizens seem to be reluctant to accept it or not to go into the counter-attack.
Whether Britain and the Netherlands will remain in the Union depend on how much that assembly of countries is willing to look at a reformed Europe enjoying all the benefits that brings, like lower prices in the shops, more jobs and safer streets, or whether those benefits are put at risk by leaving. And for sure the citizens should know they are putting them more at risk by leaving the union and such exit shall exclude them form the market advances of a strong union and giving them less voice and lesser opportunities to press for their own advantage.
Mr Cameron knows that
‘Britain is stronger, safer and better off in Europe. Families across the country have more security and greater opportunity as part of the European Union.’
but it is to the government of Great Britain and the European Union to proof this.
Dutch people reject the deal and crushes expansionist Brussels, looking forward to a Brexit and a Nexit
Last month stunning rejecting of a plan by EU bureaucrats to bring Ukraine into the bloc’s sphere of influence was a fair sign showing many Dutch citizens do not see the use of such a greater Union. 61.1% of the Dutch people who voted to block the deal, compared to just 38.1% who want it to go ahead, has also to be seen in the light that for many Dutch people this referendum was more a vote against than for the European Union, the referendum effectively acting as a barometer for anti-EU feeling in the country.
Eurosceptic MP Joram van Klaveren rubbed his hands declaring:
”The Netherlands is overwhelmingly against this.”
The Dutch Anti-EU campaigners in the country urge Britons to take their chance to leave the undemocratic bloc by voting for Brexit in their June referendum.
The proposed deal with Ukraine, which has been signed off by David Cameron, proposes a huge shift in political, trade and defence cooperation between Brussels and Kiev which is seen as the first step towards Ukraine becoming a full EU member.But it has gone down like a lead balloon with the Dutch public, who are increasingly turning against the EU as calls for a Brexit continue to gather pace.
The ‘no’ vote is yet another disaster for beleaguered Brussels and will only add to the rising anti-EU sentiment sweeping Europe. The pressure of the refugee crisis is not helping either to get people to see that we all need each other to stand strong against the upcoming new powers, like China and to protect ourselves against incoming goods form the United States and other Great Powers.
Already in 2005 Dutch voters broke from a pro-European tradition and rejected controversial plans for an all-encompassing EU constitution.
Their overwhelming no vote followed a similar verdict from French electorate just days earlier and led to the plan being scrapped, although Eurosceptics fear it is only a matter of time before Brussels revives it.
Meanwhile Michael Gove, justice secretary, confirmed that a vote to leave the EU will also mean a vote to leave the single market – arguing that the Germans would continue to trade with the Brits regardless. Jürgen Maier, chief executive of Siemens UK, shot back that Gove’s remarks are “unbelievable” and lack “any understanding of what the single market is all about”. {Financial Times}
Ipsos has conducted a Brexit-related poll in nine leading EU states, and the results are worth a look. There are widespread fears of a contagion effect and other countries seeking their own referendums. The nation that seems closest to follow Britain out the door – should it go – is Italy. Some 58 per cent of Italians want a referendum, according to Ipsos. Then the vote would be on a knife-edge, with 48 per cent saying that they would want to quit the bloc.
The British Government believes that voting to remain in the EU is the best decision for the UK. British citizens should take the opportunity on the 23rd of June to decide their own future and the future of the UK. It is important that they vote. In a certain way they should also recognise how they are so privileged, the UK still having a special status in a reformed EU. It has kept the pound, will not join the euro and has kept control of the UK border. The UK Government has negotiated a new settlement with the EU ahead of the referendum. The Government believes this deal gives the UK within the EU the best of both worlds.
The deal gives the UK the best of both worlds. The UK is stronger, safer and better off in a reformed EU. We have access to the Single Market and play a leading role in determining the rules that govern it.
EU membership contributes to the attractiveness of the UK for international investment. It also gives us access to trade deals with over 50 countries around the world. EU membership means opportunities, jobs, and greater economic security for the people of the UK.
This special status means that it is the Government’s view that the UK’s national interest – the interests of every family, household, business, community, region and nation within the United Kingdom – is best served by their country remaining in a reformed EU.
The citizens of the UK should be aware that if they decide to leave the EU they will stand on their own having less speaking partners to regulate prizes with the different countries at the European continent.
Some British argue that the UK could strike a good deal quickly with the EU because they want to keep access to their market. But they can be very mistaken, having to face it that now England shall need the continental products so shall have to pay more for them, because the continent do need them not any more. Government’s judgement is that it would be much harder than that – less than 8% of EU exports come to the UK while 44% of UK exports go to the EU.
Funny that the Brits do not see that until know they had a privileged position, no other country having managed to secure significant access to the Single Market, without having to: follow EU rules over which they have no real say; pay into the EU; accept EU citizens living and working in their country.
A more limited trade deal with the EU would give the UK less access to the Single Market than they have now – including for services, which make up almost 80% of the UK economy. For example, Canada’s deal with the EU will provide limited access for services like air travel, broadcasting and banking. The deal has been seven years in the making, and is still not in force.
The European Union shall continue to make good trade agreements with outside countries, but will know that the UK is not such a trustworthy partner any more. The UK herself would seek to renegotiate trade agreements with more than 50 countries outside the EU which would take years without any guarantee that the UK would manage to negotiate terms as good as those they can enjoy today under EU arrangements. A vote to leave would damage the economy, certainly in the short term and probably in the long run.
The benefits of the trade deals currently being negotiated by the EU, including with the US and Japan shall be of no profit to England, which also risks loosing the connection with Scotland that shall have a stronger reason to ask (demand) for independence it staying in the EU.
Hopefully enough Britons shall understand that 82% of total UK exports is at risk and that after after 15 years this could mean:
a cost per year equivalent to £4,300 per household in the UK
a hit to tax receipts of £36 billion a year
this is the equivalent of an extra 8p on the basic rate of income tax
In April, speaking in the German city of Hanover ahead of a summit with Mr Cameron and other EU leaders, the American leader Barack Obama acknowledged that European unity involved “frustrating compromise”, but hailed the multinational union as
“one of the greatest political and economic achievements of modern times”.
Though with a Brexit Europe shall be hit in the kidneys. It would uncouple the world’s fifth-largest economy from its biggest market, making it also weaker and to be reliant on the balancing forces of America and Europe and having the EU giving a strong sign what shall happen when an other country wants to leave the union. The EU would have a strong incentive to impose a harsh settlement to discourage other countries from leaving.
Our world is so caught up in a globalist system that power is necessarily pooled and traded. Those going to vote, or not going to vote, should wonder if it shall be worth it Britain giving up sovereignty in exchange for clout through its memberships of NATO, the IMF and countless other power-sharing, rule-setting institutions. Signing up to treaties on trade, nuclear power or the environment involves submitting to regulations set jointly with foreigners, in return for greater gains. Britain outside the EU would be on the sidelines: notionally independent from, but in fact still constrained by, rules it would have no role in formulating. It would be a purer but rather powerless sort of sovereignty. Shall they be happy with that and shall it bring them further in easier living circumstances?
I think they shall be come more isolated and after some years having to rethink their situation of solo slim parader.
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Code Talker
A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two
Bruchac, Joseph
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After being taught in a boarding school run by whites that Navajo is a useless language, Ned Begay and other Navajo men are recruited by the Marines to become Code Talkers, sending messages during World War II in their native tongue
Publisher: New York : Dial Books, c2005
List - Historical Fiction for Grades 4-6
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Starpoem Feb 11, 2017
* This book has become a family favorite. It appeals to tweens, teens, and adults.
* This well-researched novel is firmly rooted in fact. I learned a lot about Navajo culture and history from the book.
* I also learned a lot about the Pacific theater of World War Two--much more than I ever learned in school. It's nice to learn by way of an interesting story instead of just by memorizing dry facts.
* Even though this book is about war, it's not too gory. Bruchac writes about the realities of battle in a way that is sensitive to younger readers.
arwildbear7 Oct 12, 2016
This book was very interesting. Some parts were sad and unfortunate... but there were alot of hilarious moments too. I would recommend this book, it is a good read and helps show world problems.
jimg2000 May 22, 2014
BBC featured the same theme in its magazine this past week: 18 May 2014 Last updated at 19:50 ET... World War One: The original code talkers ...By Denise Winterman BBC News Magazine: When US military codes kept being broken by the Germans in WW1 a Native American tribe came to the rescue. They just spoke their own language - which baffled the enemy - and paved the way for other Native American &amp;quot;code talkers&amp;quot; in WW2. --- http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-26963624 Lastly, the 2002 movie Windtalkers was a fictional story based on Navajo code talkers in WW II.
teresadao May 21, 2014
This book had some sad parts, some parts that made me feel as though the world is horrible. But I also felt as though I learned a lot about racism, war, and patriotism. I would definitely recommend this book.
maroon_moose_31 Jun 11, 2014
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"They were pathetic," Bill McCabe said. "Small men who looked lost and sad. Not monsters at all."
"When we saw them," Sam added, "we realizes that our enemies were just human beings."
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Comics, Week 11, 1973, 1973,
Spider-Man Comics Weekly Vol 1
Steve Ditko/Cover Artist
Peter Parker (Earth-616)/Quotes
Spider-Man Comics Weekly Vol 1 5
Spider-Man Comics Weekly Vol 1 #5
Published Released
March, 1973 March 17, 1973
"The Menace of... Mysterio!"
"A God in Chains"
Spider-Man Comics Weekly #4
I just dropped by to congratulate you on a perfect record! So far you've been 100 % wrong about me! I've got to hand it to you -- I'll bet it's not easy to make a fool out of yourself all the time!
-- Spider-Man
Appearing in "The Menace of... Mysterio!"
This story is a reprint of the comic
Amazing Spider-Man #13.
Synopsis for "The Menace of... Mysterio!"
Appearing in "A God in Chains"
Journey into Mystery #87.
Synopsis for "A God in Chains"
Due to the time when Journey into Mystery was written, the enemy was originally the Soviet Union these have been retconned in the Marvel UK reprints to be the fictional state of Bodavia.
This issue also contained Spider-Man's Science Session where Spider-Man gives facts about the Black Widow Spider.
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Buffy and the Heroine’s Journey
Vampire Slayer as Feminine Chosen One
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SKU: 9780786467921 Categories: Genre, Horror, Interdisciplinary Studies, Notable Figures, Popular Culture & Performing Arts, Television, Whedon, Joss, Women’s Studies Tags: Buffy the Vampire Slayer, heroes, vampires
The worlds of Percy Jackson, Harry Potter, and other modern epics feature the Chosen One—an adolescent boy who defeats the Dark Lord and battles the sorrows of the world. Television’s Buffy the Vampire Slayer represents a different kind of epic—the heroine’s journey, not the hero’s. This provocative study explores how Buffy blends 1990s girl power and the path of the warrior woman with the oldest of mythic traditions. It chronicles her descent into death and subsequent return like the great goddesses of antiquity. As she sacrifices her life for the helpless, Buffy experiences the classic heroine’s quest, ascending to protector and queen in this timeless metaphor for growing into adulthood.
Valerie Estelle Frankel teaches English at Mission College and San Jose City College. The author of 60 popular culture books and more than 100 stories and essays, she lives in Sunnyvale, California.
Valerie Estelle Frankel
Bibliographic Info: 5 tables, appendices, bibliography, index
Acknowledgments ix
1. The Hero’s and Heroine’s Journey 5
2. Departing the Ordinary World—The Film 13
3. Refusing the Call, Accepting the Call 26
4. Allies and Enemies 42
5. Angel/Angelus 62
6. Embracing the Shadow: Faith 76
7. The Rewards of Growing Up 93
8. Terrible Mother, Powerless Father 99
9. More Allies, More Enemies 110
10. Lover/Beast 125
11. The Powerful Feminine 145
12. Season Six and the Pain of Return 163
13. Leading the Next Generation 177
14. Downfall in Season Eight 189
Conclusion 204
Appendix I: Archetypes 205
Appendix II: Episode List, by Season 207
“for the viewer who wants a wise guide back through the darker inner circles of the Buffyverse, this book is an admirable Virgil”—Mythlore
“Frankel skillfully interweaves her knowledge of fairy tales and folklore, archetypal criticism, and psychoanalysis to reveal how the adventures of Buffy Summers, the heroine…embody the various stages of the heroine’s journey. Building on her expertise on the heroine’s journey, Frankel shines in her discussion of Buffy as epic…maintains an air of sophistication, supported by solid research, that scholars expect in a critical text…will surely earn a place on your own shelf”—Journal of the Fantastic in the Arts
“analyzes events in each season of Buffy, to demonstrate how the series combines contemporary female teenage life with aspects of classic mythic traditions as Buffy moves through each stage of her heroine journey”—Reference & Research Book News
“a must-read…fantastic…the meticulous research and knowledge of Buffy are very obvious”—Poetic License
Review Fix chats with author Valerie Estelle Frankel, who lets us know what makes Buffy The Vampire Slayer a special character and more in her book, Buffy and the Heroine’s Journey.
Review Fix: Why Buffy?
Valerie Estelle Frankel: I had just published my first really-published book–From Girl to Goddess: The Heroine’s Journey through Myth and Legend (to date, the work that gets the most fan interest). I was excited and looking for more projects, so I met McFarland at a convention. I asked the editor at the McFarland exhibit booth if they wanted another goddess-related mythology book. He said, “Actually, we do more TV,” and pointed to a shelf of Buffy books. I instantly perked up. “I can write one of those!” As it happened, I’d been watching Buffy my first time through while doing all the research into how women’s epics have always gone, so I had the observations all ready.
Review Fix: Why do you think Buffy has endured so much?
Frankel: Its humor and cleverness. With its uncompromising, strong, smart heroine, it really did something special.
Review Fix: Who’s your favorite Buffy character and why?
Frankel: Buffy of course! She’s a nearly unique epic hero.
Review Fix: What was the writing process like?
Frankel: I close-watched the series, and took notes through my filter of the heroine’s journey. (I read all the commentary too and finally got to Angel.) Every time someone faces her dark side (embodied in Glory, the First Slayer, Dark Willow, the First, etc) or dies and returns, that’s the classic mythic pattern. The hero’s or heroine’s journey is all about facing one’s Shadow, the repressed nature that’s been buried and rejected from the conscious self—the rage, hatred, fear and other primitive emotions. Doing so helps the questor become more balanced and struggle towards maturity.
Review Fix: What did you learn about Buffy through the writing process that you weren’t expecting?
Frankel: I was really struck by the depth of the symbolism in some scenes. Some Jungians maintain that the Shadow contains the shadow of society, its neglected and repressed collective values. The demon-infested alleys and sewers of Sunnydale are manifestations of this. Further, from Buffy’s point of view, the demon world is the “real” world, while the sunny world of American middle-class culture is a façade. Saving teens’ lives from dangers the adults dismiss is her real calling. Through seven years, there’s so much more beneath the surface, as in the dream episode “Restless,” that viewers aren’t consciously aware of. And it’s all neat to discover. At one convention, a fan asked me what I thought the metaphor behind Buffy’s evil boyfriend in season two was, and Jane Espenson, sitting beside me, turned interestedly to hear my answer. Now that was fun.
Review Fix: What are your goals for the book?
Frankel: To celebrate Whedon’s work while revealing its depth. Also to provide a guide to writing heroine’s journey stories for the next cool shows that followed.
Review Fix: Anything else you’d like to add?
Frankel: I have lots more Whedon-related books: Joss Whedon’s Names: The Deeper Meanings behind Buffy, Angel, Firefly, Dollhouse, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Cabin in the Woods, The Avengers, Doctor Horrible, In Your Eyes, Comics and More; The Comics of Joss Whedon: Critical Essays; Everything I Need to Know in Life I Learned from Joss Whedon; and the massive tome Pop Culture in the Whedonverse. After so much time comparing all his creations, including the lost Parenthood episodes and comics like Sugarshock and Fray, I’m looking forward to the new HBO series.
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Minnows, giant slayers swoop in on MCKK Premier 7s
Minnows, giant slayers swoop in…
By Intan Maizura Ahmad Kamal – February 25, 2018 @ 8:00am
Students cheering and singing in unison various fight songs in their specially designed polo-shirts.
“SPACE! Use the space!” Despite the cacophony of noise around him — of chatter and laughter, and the occasional raucous blaring of plastic horns from sections in the crowd — the frustration in the voice of Bahari Atan is more than audible.
His kindly eyes, squinting hard against the glare of the late morning sun, are focused on the pulsating action unfolding on the field in what is turning out to be an exciting 7th edition of the Malay College Kuala Kangsar (MCKK) Premier 7s rugby tournament.
A frustrated sigh ensues as another attempt by a young lad clad in the all-black rugby ensemble of the Malay College Kuala Kangsar (MCKK) is once again foiled, the ball cruelly rolling away from his hands as he’s tackled to the ground by two hefty opponents in a blur of vibrant red and green.
“We have pace. We should’ve kicked the ball into the space and made a run!” laments the 77-year-old, sounding almost mournful as he finally turns his attention to me. “We’d never have done that back when I was playing under Mr Ryan…”
Mr Ryan? I mumble questioningly, before silently admonishing myself for taking a nano-second too long to recognise THE Mr Ryan whom Bahari is referring to.
Pride in his voice, Bahari explains: “You know the winners of this tournament are awarded the NJ Ryan Cup kan? The Cup is named after the School’s last foreign headmaster (from 1959 to 1965) who was also the man responsible for making MCKK a rugby force back in the days.” But of course!
The Under 15 team of 1956. Bahari is in the back row, first from left. In the centre is Mr Ryan.
Dawn of a chapter
He was a lad of 13 when Neil James Joseph Ryan (or NJ Ryan as he was better known) joined the School as an Assistant Master sometime in November 1955.
Ryan first landed in Malaya in 1948 as part of the British Army reinforcement in the fight against the communist terrorists. The tall and lean Mat Salleh whom many of the boys thought resembled “an actor from the silver screen”, recalls Bahari, was a rugby enthusiast. He was the one responsible for starting the under XV team in 1956.
The game, explains Bahari, had already been introduced in the college in 1924 but was shortly discontinued before resuming again for a year in 1947.
“It was banned by the-then headmaster who wasn’t happy with the injuries sustained by the boys through their involvement in the game.”
But, continues Bahari, Ryan was determined to make rugby a fixture at the school. Thus ensued a considerable negotiation between him and the headmaster. The latter eventually conceded to Ryan’s request to introduce the game on a trial basis on condition that “…it didn’t interfere with the other recognised sports”. Permission granted, the initiation into the game of rugby began.
Bahari Atan
It must have been a Tuesday evening in May 1956 when a bunch of mostly 13 and 14-year-olds were driven to the polo ground, located a good 3.2km away from the Big School, to be introduced to a new game, wrote Bahari in his book, The All Blacks: The First Five Years 1956 — 1960, a tome penned in memory of the late Datuk NJ Ryan.
“But we weren’t there for the polo. The Iskandar Polo Club was founded in 1923 by Sultan Iskandar of Perak but the game ceased to be played since his death in 1938. We were so excited to be out that day. Everyone, including all the kaki-kaki bangku who we knew didnt play any game at all were also out there that day. I guess everyone was just happy to be out of the school confines!”
The boys didn’t waste any time once they reached the polo ground, remembers Bahari. “It was quite a sight to see a buah kana-shaped ball being thrown at us. Everyone went wild running and chasing after the ball, grabbing and then running with it. The fact that we’d fall and ended up with bruises didn’t matter. Here was a game like nothing we’d ever played. That was how we were introduced to rugby.”
All the while the boys were having fun on the field, Ryan kept his eyes trained on them. He was essentially looking out for talent, recalls Bahari.
“For the one month, he did this and eventually ended up with 25 players. But when it came to selecting the team, the number was reduced to 18. I was a part of the 18.”
The mix of playing and gradual learning, writes Bahari in his book, maintained everyone’s interest and enthusiasm and slowly the boys began to appreciate and understand the game. Before long, it was possible to select among the boys who’d acquired a rudimentary knowledge and skill of the game.
And in 1956, MCKK’s first Under XV rugby team was born.
Minnows to kings
Ryan, says Bahari, wasn’t interested in rushing the process of building a great team. He was more intent on developing “the college rugby nursery”, namely the Under XV team, which, after two years, would have its players graduate into the School’s First XV team. This “nursery” would be an incubator which would supply future players for the First XV team.
Thanks to all the training, the School’s team, known as the All Blacks (Ryan was inspired by the All Blacks team of New Zealand) played beautiful rugby, recalls Bahari, eyes shining. “Our neat passing and tackling were a sight to behold. Our style of play became a source of pride and later a trademark of the team of the late 50s and early 60s.”
It was at the end of 1957 when MCKK transformed from rugby upstarts to giant slayers. And it was a game that Bahari will have forever etched in his memory, “…for it marked the beginning of our ascendancy in the Perak State and Malayan schools rugby ranking,” he says, proudly.
Rolling back the years, he likens that momentous game with King Edward VII School of Taiping, one of the premier secondary schools for boys, as a clash between David and Goliath. Recalls Bahari: “We were just the School’s Second XV and our opponent was the First XV team of King Edward’s. We didn’t even have our First XV yet.”
Continuing, he shares: “King Edward’s was then the all-conquering rugby-playing school, feared not only in the state but outside too. We went down to Taiping and I remember they were very hostile. They used vicious words to demean us, chanting that we were just rugby upstarts.”
But the so-called minnows of rugby from sleepy Kuala Kangsar silenced the roughly 4,000-strong supporters from King Edward’s when they trounced their cocksure opponent, 6-0.
Smiling, Bahari shares: “We played as a team and we played to our headmaster’s instructions, Ryan, who was our coach. We had our strategy. When you play rugby, you must have strategy. It’s a thinking game. We had a good set of three-quarter backs (back-line positions of wing or centre) who played swift flowing rugby and tackled and passed very well. I suppose we also won the game because our opponent was over confident.”
With the triumph over King Edward VII School, the rugby epicentre shifted from Taiping to Kuala Kangsar.
Says Bahari: “The following year we graduated into the First XV and we played against all the First XVs. We also managed to beat King Edward VII again when we played them here in Kuala Kangsar the following year.”
Not many schools played rugby back then, recalls the sports-mad Bahari, who also represented the School in athletics, high jump, football and played hockey and cricket too. The boys, flushed by their newfound stature, went on to play in Penang against the oldest English-medium school in Southeast Asia, Penang Free School and won.
“Then we hit Kuala Lumpur and played against Victoria Institution — we beat them too. Belonging to that generation, I really feel like it was the heyday of rugby for the School. Not only did we have a great team, the esprit de corps (pride and loyalty to team) was all there.”
Book cover.
School-boy dream
One of his fondest images of the School, confides Bahari, formerly of MCKK’s Mohd Shah “house” (students of MCKK belonged to “houses” named after four Malay rulers) is that of the big field. It was the first thing he saw when he came to the School as a young boy. “I was so excited. I remember thinking to myself, ‘that’s where I’ll play!’ We didn’t have such a huge field back home in Selangor.”
Chuckling, this former rugby wing three-quarter adds: “When i was in the higher forms, I knew only two things — either I’m on the field or I’m in class. People would say if you want to look for Bahari, go and look on the field!”
He chuckles again as he reminisces: “I was slight in built but I could really run. I had thighs that only sportsmen have In those days, the boys would cry if they didn’t get the chance to pull on the school jersey. I was a regular fixture. The students didn’t play only for personal glory. It meant a lot to bring glory to the school.”
Emotions run high for this young collegian following a defeat against SSTMI.
Newspaper clipping documenting MCKK’s triumph against the mighty King Edward VII’s school.
“So will you be joining us this weekend?” The sound of my aunt’s voice jolts me out of my prolonged reverie. “Your uncle and I are going. You know la your Pak Lang… nothing will stop him. He hasn’t missed a single game yet. Walaupun dah tua-tua ni (despite his growing years),” my aunt says, chuckling, as we make our way to lunch at a local mall recently.
Their bags packed, my uncle Bahari Atan and his doting wife, will embark on what has become an annual pilgrimage of sorts since 2011 to sleepy Kuala Kangsar for the MCKK’s Premier 7s rugby tournament. There, my die-hard rugby stalwart and treasured ‘old boy’-uncle will once again relive his rugby days as he squints hard against the late morning sun watching the action unfold on that hallowed field.
I’m praying that he’ll have a lot to smile for this time around as his beloved school attempts to erase last year’s moderate showing where the All Blacks finished the tournament in fourth place behind two national sports schools and SM Seri Mersing.
They better play that space well, I say, smiling to myself as I recall my uncle’s anguished words on that sunny day when the sight of the ball trickling away from his player’s hands made him wish for the days of Mr Ryan.
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Hamdi Abdullah, Lawyer, IDRIS HOUSE
“Sekolah Sukan Tunku Mahkota Ismail is the opponent that MCKK will be looking forward to. They’re the benchmark for all rugby players. Rugby is a tough game and 2017 was no exception. Losing was disappointing but you have to respect the depth and strength of the competition.
“The fact that the competition was at a very high level was a very good eye opener and opportunity for the team.This year we expect MCKK to be right up there. The competition will be tough but we would have learnt some lessons.
“This is one of the few tournaments that players look forward to. Home ground. Full cheering squad and high expectations. Winning and doing well will augur well for future prospects in rugby. After all, quite a number of the Malaysian Sevens team played at Premier 7s before.”
Zainol Azmi Mohamed, Revenue Strategist, Former rugby full back, IDRIS HOUSE
“Admittedly, we’re not up to par yet but we continue to dream. We have to start somewhere. It has to be an escalation platform.
“I dare say that this tournament is THE tournament to look forward to by all secondary institutions. It has become the platform for unearthing new talents from across the nation for the future of the sport in this country.”
Source: New Straits Times, 25/02/2018. (https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/sunday-vibes/2018/02/338686/minnows-giant-slayers-swoop-mckk-premier-7s-nsttv)
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What happened at Fyre Festival as Netflix documentary looks at the Billy McFarland disaster?
Aidan MilanFriday 18 Jan 2019 5:34 pm
Billy McFarland, the promoter of the failed Fyre Festival, leaving federal court after pleading guilty to wire fraud charges (Picture: AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
Promising an experience ‘on the boundaries of the impossible’, Fyre Festival offered ticket buyers a fantasy and instead they were delivered a nightmare.
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The ‘island getaway turned disaster’ as it’s described in the trailer for Netflix’s documentary FYRE: The Greatest Party That Never Happened, was a music festival that looked too good to be true – and eventually proved to be just that.
Now that everyone from Netflix to Hulu has something to say about the ‘festival’, we take a closer look at Fyre Festival and its fraudulent organiser, Billy McFarland.
The disastrous 2017 Fyre Festival has lived in infamy since it became a viral laughing stock as hundreds of people, who were expecting luxury villas and gourmet meals, were instead shipped to a remote island with ripped hurricane tents, pre-packed cheese sandwiches, no music, and, for a while, no clear way to leave.
The event drew comparisons to Lord Of The Flies for the Instagram generation, as a slew of moneyed millennials fled to the Bahamas for what they thought was a once in a lifetime opportunity to party in the sun alongside their favourite musicians.
At the heart of this shambles was Fyre Media founder Billy McFarland, who teamed up with rapper Ja Rule to try and make the festival a hit.
Billy McFarland and Ja Rule (Picture: Getty)
According to the Twitter account associated with Fyre Festival, Fyre was officially cancelled on April 28 2017.
After Fyre’s cancellation, recordings of Ja Rule and McFarland emerged, with the pair remaining outwardly confident as they told staff: ‘The whole world knows Fyre’s name now. This will pass, guys.’
Due to unforeseen and extenuating circumstances, Fyre Festival has been fully postponed (con't)
— Fyre Festival (@fyrefestival) April 28, 2017
When asked if they’d committed fraud with their actions, Ja Rule was adamant that they hadn’t: ‘That’s not fraud, that’s not fraud. False advertising, maybe… [but] not fraud’ – while McFarland stayed silent.
Soon enough, the FBI launched an investigation, looking into the possibility of mail, wire, and security fraud.
The two organisers ended up facing eight separate lawsuits which sought over $100million (£77.3m) in damages, and Billy McFarland was later sentenced to six years in prison in 2018 after pleading guilty to two counts of wire fraud.
McFarland is looking at six years of jail time for fraud. (Picture: Hulu)
Along with detailing McFarland’s desperation to keep the festival afloat, the Netflix documentary shows interviews with ex-Fyre employees, Bahamian citizens employed for the festival, their hired social media team and those swindled by the festival’s lavish marketing. It paints a sad, sometimes disturbing picture of how hype, fraud, and desperation can be a nasty mix.
One employee even said that Billy McFarland asked him to ‘offer oral sex’ to secure a vital shipment from the water company.
Hulu have also released their own competing documentary about the festival, called Fyre Fraud, which you can now stream. The trailer (below), describes events as ‘a modern day con’.
Meanwhile, Ja Rule has come out and said that he’s ‘not ashamed’ of Fyre at all’.
The rapper, real name Jeffrey Bruce Atkins, told Revolt TV’s Drink Champs: ‘I’m not ashamed of Fyre at all. Because man, the idea, it was brilliant.
‘It was fucking beyond brilliant … It was amazing, but it wasn’t what I dreamed it of being, and what I envisioned of it being, and what I wanted it to be. It wasn’t done properly.’
Chrissy Teigen has also weighed in on the scandal this week after watching Hulu’s doc, initially saying that she sympathised with the organisers who ‘def wanted to make a shit ton of money and look cool as shit but I also believe they had good intentions’.
However, by the time she got to the end of the documentary, she appeared to have made a U-turn on her position:
thank you to those of you who endured fyre fest thus making these movies possible. we owe you. thank you for your service and I am truly sorry they screwed you so hard
— christine teigen (@chrissyteigen) January 14, 2019
Billy McFarland was sentenced to six years in prison in 2018. He will be forfeiting the $26 million (over £20m) that he defrauded from investors for his company Fyre Media, and he is due for release from prison in 2022, at which point he’ll need to serve a further three years of supervised release.
Not only that, but McFarland will still need to deal with all of those lawsuits from angry Fyre ticket-buyers, as will his former colleague, Ja Rule.
Currently Ja Rule has not been arrested or charged with anything in relation to Fyre Festival. He denies culpability and is seeking to have the lawsuits dismissed.
Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened is released on Netflix today, 18 January. You can also stream Fyre Fraud on Hulu.
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New William Morris Stained Glass Window Unveiled
25 June 2019 /in VISITORS /by katie
On Sunday June 16th a specially commissioned stained glass window commemorating William Morris and designed by local stained glass artist Gareth Harmer was unveiled at William Morris House Wimbledon.
The William Morris window measures is 2.7m tall and 1.56 m wide and took around three months to design and build. It is framed in a specially designed oak frame. It can be seen at the front of William Morris House at 267 The Broadway.
Peter Walker the Chair of William Morris House said: “This window seeks to build on the local artistic legacy of Morris who works were nearby at Merton Abbey Mills south Wimbledon. Apparently Morris often walked from his house in Hammersmith to Merton Abbey via Wimbledon and past our house. We like to think if he walked past today he would be cheered by this colourful and joyful window.”
William Morris Stained Glass Window with Tony Kane’s grandson, Otis Facer
The window was the idea of local resident and the Wimbledon Bookfest founder, Tony Kane and commissioned by the management committee of William Morris house and cost around £13,500.
Tony sadly passed away recently, and the unveiling will be performed by his wife Maggie Kane. The window in the style of Morris contains the following words:
“This window, inspired by Tony Kane, seeks to promote art as championed by the socialist, and artist, William Morris.”
“History has remembered the kings and warriors, because they destroyed; art has remembered the people, because they created.”
“We are only the trustees for those who come after us. “
William Morris (1834 – 1896)
William Morris House is opposite the Polka Theatre in Wimbledon Broadway at 267 The Broadway Wimbledon London SW19 1SD. It houses the office of Wimbledon Labour Party and provides meeting rooms for local community groups. The house was officially opened in September 1922 by the Rt Hon Arthur Henderson who later became Home Secretary. The house contains two original Morris windows given by a local suffragette in 1930. Details about the house can be found on https://williammorrishouse.org.uk.archived.website/our-history.html
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Book Highlight: The Story Peddler
April 27, 2018 Morgan L. Busse 2 Comments
Hey everyone! I’m excited to introduce you to my friend Lindsay A. Franklin and her debut novel, The Story Peddler. First, a little history. I met Lindsay Franklin years ago (like, almost ten years ago) at a writing conference. Both of us were eager writers who were just starting to pitch our novels. Fast forward to today: I’m now the published author of five novels with my next one coming out in November. And Lindsay is the bestselling author of an awesome young women’s devotional and is about to present to the world her first fantasy novel. Yeah!!! How far we have come 🙂
First, her cover is awesome and I must share it because it is awesome!
Happy sigh. So pretty! And here’s the story you’ll find inside this beautiful book:
Selling stories is a deadly business
Tanwen doesn’t just tell stories–she weaves them into crystallized sculptures that sell for more than a few bits. But the only way to escape the control of her cruel mentor and claw her way from poverty is to set her sights on something grander: becoming Royal Storyteller to the king.
During her final story peddling tour, a tale of treason spills from her hands, threatening the king himself. Tanwen goes from peddler to prey as the king’s guard hunts her down…and they’re not known for their mercy. As Tanwen flees for her life, she unearths long-buried secrets and discovers she’s not the only outlaw in the empire. There’s a rebel group of weavers…and they’re after her too.
The Story Peddler received a starred review from Library Journal. Don’t miss out on this book for you, for your friends, for everyone!
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Enter to win a signed print copy of The Story Peddler (not pictured), a blue strand book sleeve (not pictured), custom Story Peddler bookmark, a fluffhopper sticker, and a set of five mini Story Peddler art prints! (US only.)
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Lindsay A. Franklin is an award-winning author, award-winning freelance editor, and homeschooling mom of three. She would wear pajama pants all the time if it were socially acceptable. She spends a lot of time in made-up worlds, and she’s passionate about sparking imagination through stories of infinite possibility. Her debut fantasy novel, The Story Peddler, releases in 2018. When she’s not exploring the fantastical, she’s exploring the Bible and encouraging young women through her devotional books (click here for more information on Adored).
Lindsay lives in her native San Diego with her husband (master of the dad joke), their awesomely nerdy kids, two thunder pillows (AKA cats), and a stuffed wombat with his own Instagram following (@therealwombatman). You can find Lindsay on social media, too, if Wombatman hasn’t hijacked all her accounts. She’s @LinzyAFranklin on Instagram and Twitter, and she Facebooks at www.facebook.com/LindsayAFranklin.
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Stop Using Bentonite Clay
MotherGaias.com is always concerned with providing natural products made from raw ingredients collected from the Earth. What we did not consider was the amount of pollution people have accumulated in the environment where these raw ingredients are collected from. So we now know that even ‘food grade’ bentonite clay or montmorillonite is full of heavy metals and pesticides absorbed from the environment. These harmful chemicals are then easily absorbed by the body when the clay is used. Originally the clay was useful and healing but because of what humans have done to Earth that is no longer the case.
The testing done on products made by Mother Gaia with ‘food grade’ Bentonite Clay showed 79 parts per million of lead. More than 100 times the allowable amount in foods. Other samples of ‘food grade’ Bentonite clay have tested at 39 parts per million which is still sixty times the amount the body can process in a day.
MotherGaias.com purchased ‘food grade’ bentonite clay from Starwest-Botanicals.com.
MotherGaias.com wants to protect their customers and has chosen to remove bentonite clay from all products. The evidence is just too strong to ignore.
Here is some evidence from the FDA –
The FDA focused on “Bentonite Me Baby,” a brand of powdered clay sold at stores including Target and Sally Beauty Supply. The label says it can be used as a facial or hair mask, or for ingestion. However, laboratory testing found that the product has a lead concentration of 37.5 parts per million (ppm). By comparison, the FDA says that lead levels above .05 ppm in fruit juice “may constitute a health hazard.”
What are the dangers and side effects of Bentonite clay?
#1. Toxic When Consumed
Despite the clay being one of the finest way to get a clear skin through cleaning the body system. It also internally detoxify the body to eliminate internal toxins believed to cause blemishes on the skin and quick aging. So, is it true that a Bentonite clay detox contribute to certain harmful impact? One of the main motives for applying this clay as an agent of detoxification is its capability to eliminate heavy metals from the body system. But, in the process of doing so, the mud can cause you intestinal distress. The remedy of this adverse effect of clay ingestion is drinking a lot of water since it may help pass out of your body system the dangerous compounds.
#2. Damages the Digestive System
Taking this mud is reported to clog up users’ lower intestine. If the situation gets out of hand, a surgical intervention may be required to save the victim’s life. The prospective of nutrient deficiencies is also claimed to the adverse effect of ingesting this clay. Your digestive system, teeth, and gums also can take a hit.
#3. Renders the Body More Exposed to Metal Impurities
Many bentonite products retailed in the market today are not naturally produced hence may contain certain toxic elements. Most of them have high levels of lead and arsenic. The presence of arsenic increases the danger of having lung, bladder, and skin cancers. The lead, on the other hand, can negatively affect your cardiovascular system and kidneys. It can also harm a young child’s central nervous system. Thus, a baby is put at risk if a pregnant mother consumes this clay. Summarily, the side effects of the Bentonite clay detox that you are likely to experience while taking it to rid your body of unwanted toxins and cleanse it include:
Joint stiffness and pain, which when combined with muscle pain, are symptoms of negative impact of the toxins deposited in the muscle and joint fluids being eradicated from your body.
Muscle tiredness and pain
A minor side effect of this clay is headaches
The above mentioned side effects are shared among people attempting to detoxify their body externally.
Surprising Danger About Bentonite Clay (https://drchristianson.com)
Many have shared how bentonite clay has helped their digestion or skin symptoms. The reasons why it may have helped seemed plausible to me, and I don’t doubt that many have had positive experiences. Since I’ve never seen much research either way, I never thought too much about it.
Recently, I heard a story about Megan Curran de Nieto, a fellow Minnesotan who was struggling to lower the blood lead levels of a local family. The levels did not come down despite avoiding typical lead sources.
Ms. Curran de Nieto was shopping in a nearby Target store when she noticed a product, called “Bentonite Me Baby”. She remembered that the family she was working with had been taking bentonite clay in hopes of detoxifying from lead. Ms. Curran de Nieto became suspicious, bought the clay and sent it to a lab for analysis.
Sure enough, the product was found to have unsafe levels of lead.
The FDA verified the results and went on to find similar problems with other bentonite products they tested.
The manufacturer of one of these products rejected these warnings, arguing that “lead that is naturally present in many foods and clays just are not available to the body.”
How much lead are we talking about?
The FDA report found that bentonite clay contained up to 37.5 micrograms of lead per gram. Mcg/g is same as parts per million (ppm). With an average oral dose of bentonite clay being 2 Tbsp. (0.72 ounce or 20.4 grams), this means your oral lead dose could be as high as 765 mcg.
Other companies, worried about the public being aware of lead in their products, have argued that we already consume high amounts of lead in common foods:
Fresh collard greens: 30 micrograms of lead (50x higher than prop 65 stipulates)
Dry roasted mix nuts: 20 mcg of lead
Brussels sprouts: 15 mcg of lead
Sweet potatoes: 16 mcg of lead
Spinach: 15 mcg of lead
The amount of lead present in the commonly used amount of bentonite clay is less than half of the lead found in spinach. To make the most direct comparison, if you assume an average serving size of 100 grams, spinach would likely have no more than 0.3 mcg total lead per serving as opposed to 765 mcg from clay.
How much lead is safe?
“There is no safe threshold for lead exposure,” according to a literature review on lead in psychiatry.
The World Health Organization states, “There is no known level of lead exposure that is considered safe.”
The Centers for Disease Control concludes the same: “No safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Lead exposure can affect nearly every system in the body. Because lead exposure often occurs with no obvious symptoms, it frequently goes unrecognized.”
OK, so none is safe, strictly speaking. In foods, since lead absorption varies tremendously from food to food, the FDA sets limits on different food categories. Most are below 0.1 ppm.
Why is lead a big deal?
Lead is one of the most thoroughly studied toxins and has been a bane to humans for millennia. Credible scientists have even blamed lead in the water as one of the principal causes behind the fall of Rome.
In kids, it creates behavioral problems, lower IQ, hyperactivity, hearing loss, seizures and growth delays. Kids and babies are less able to naturally detoxify lead from their bodies than adults.
In adults, lead can also slow our brains and affect mood symptoms, including depression and anxiety. Lead can cause vague symptoms like fatigue, numbness and tingling, digestive issues and joint pain. Growing evidence suggests that it can also be the culprit behind high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney damage, infertility in males and females and some cancers.
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संयुक्त राज्य अमरीका, 2014
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The fourth season of AHS follows the story of one of the last remaining freak shows in the United States, and their struggle for survival.
American Horror Story: Freak Show निर्देशक Ryan Murphy, Alfonso Gomez-Rejon, Michael Uppendahl ...
Alfonso Gomez-Rejon Director
Ryan Murphy Director, Executive Producer Screenplay
Sarah Paulson Cast
Evan Peters Cast
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Jessica Lange Cast
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Tim Minear Screenplay
Rafael Zen's rating of the film American Horror Story: Freak Show
I like it's overall look - but there are too many storylines going on and none of them get a propper ending. Again: cool characters, excellent art production and too little storytelling. If you wanna bite too much, sometimes you end up hungry. Finn Wittrock is very fun to watch, though.
jxn's rating of the film American Horror Story: Freak Show
jxn
gotta be honest i didn't finish this. conceptually very strong as every season is but the writing is so poor and unengaging i gave up very early on.
The Macho King's rating of the film American Horror Story: Freak Show
The Macho King
2 1/2 stars. This is really is a mix bag and some parts are down right awful. To me this is the 2nd worst season of the entire series. After watching this season or better yet, instead of committing your time to this particular season just go and watch the vasty underrated HBO's Carnivàle instead. It's only 2 seasons (got canceled far too soon, but it's following by shows fans is well earn).
Mugino's rating of the film American Horror Story: Freak Show
Mugino
It is a self-professed variation on Tod Browning's brilliant "Freaks" (1932) that doesn't quite transcend beyond it. Like the preceding seasons, the hours are padded with unnecessary filler like Twisty the Clown, Dandy Mott and Chester Creb - creepy as they are - instead of investing that time on the central arc. Mordrake's spectral visits are the exception, a first glimpse of AHS's greater potential.
Supamodu's rating of the film American Horror Story: Freak Show
Supamodu
I love the mythology of sideshows but this was underwhelming in many aspects. However, Jessica Lange's rendition of "Life on Mars" is everything.
Gia de Almeida's rating of the film American Horror Story: Freak Show
Gia de Almeida
It's extra sad that the potential to be the best season of AHS was completely wasted. Brilliant concepts, actors, performances and yet it's still incredibly boring.
Paolo Simeone's rating of the film American Horror Story: Freak Show
Paolo Simeone
As many AHS it has always those useless 15 mins for episode between songs and flashbacks. Anyway a very good ending and a good-as-usual Angela Bassett who travels different feet higher than the rest of the cast.
vladimirbalt's rating of the film American Horror Story: Freak Show
vladimirbalt
It was a bit dull watching it for the first time but I had a chance to re-watch it and it surely has a lot of quality to it. I caught myself thinking how could I think this was boring when there's so much good drama (J. Lange singing was not my favorite part but she da bomb still).
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A View From The Back Of The Room: Crowbar (Live Review By Paul Scoble)
Crowbar & Ingested, The Globe
The Globe has been getting some great bands in recently. Even with the quality gigs they have been putting on, getting a legendary doom/sludge band like Crowbar on a Saturday night is a bit of a coup. This fact was confirmed by the huge number of people who were there long before either band was due to take the stage.
First on the stage it was support band Ingested (7). The Manchester based slamming death metal band erupted on to the stage with massive amounts of energy. The band played a hugely tight set of breakdown heavy death metal. The crowd went suitably nuts, and a rather impressive moshpit then ensued. The sound was fantastic throughout the gig, loud but clear and full. This helped the band pretty much destroy the audience. Ingested played with passion and technical precision, musically they were impressive, and I also thought that frontman Jay Evans did a great job getting the crowd going and directing circle pits and a wall of death at the end of the set.
There was a huge feeling of anticipation before Crowbar (9) took to the stage. The bands emergence on to the stage was greeted with an enormous roar, the band looked just as happy to see the crowd as the crowd were to see them. Crowbar then proceeded to tear The Globe apart. The bands brand of huge sludgy doom shook the rafters, as the audience went nuts, and about half of the dance-floor became a moshpit.
The setlist was culled from all of the bands career, from the beginning to the most recent album. The set was weighted in favour of Odd Fellows Rest due to it being 20 years since it’s release (didn’t see anyone complaining about that). There was a small issue with 2 idiots who were more interested in fighting than dancing or moshing. The Globe's security intervened, and the 2 dickheads were removed with the minimum amount of fuss. Living legend, Kirk Windstein was in great form all night. His friendly, affable demeanour makes Kirk an incredibly engaging frontman. At one point telling the audience to look after each other in the mosh pit, as he said “We don’t want anyone to get hurt”. On top of being a great frontman, his voice was fantastic all night, soulful and full of personality when it was needed, and raging and harsh when it wasn’t.
The set was beautifully balanced. Crowbar have several different feels to their songs. There's the fast heavy ones and the more stonery songs, which have a bit more relaxed, tuneful feel to them. So, once we’ve had a fast one, there's a slower stoner feeling track to give the crowd a breather, before bringing the intensity back with one of the heavy as anything songs. This constant ebb and flow is one of the things that make Crowbar such a great live act. They know how to construct a setlist so the audience will get the most out of the gig. What we are dealing with is a band that are masters of their craft.
Aside from the problem with the two idiots, this was a great gig. The band were so relaxed and happy on stage, their positive energy was transferred to the audience, making this a really joyful, positive experience. I and the rest of the crowd went home filled with the euphoria of happy doom, what a lovely Saturday Night!
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The Greenbook is a one-stop resource and handbook/textbook for sustainability SMEs, planning professionals, green officials, teachers, students, and intelligent voters.
About the Greenbook
Awareness & Value
Community Essentials
Sustainability 101: A Green Reality Check
Two excerpts from EMERGENCY: Co-creating a Healthy New World, an unfinished manuscript
by Michael Lucas Monterey
©2006, 2011 Michael Lucas Monterey
Printing or reproduction of this unfinished, pre-publication draft is permitted for review, comment, and nonprofit use by the primary recipient for the good of all living beings; and, without written permission of the author, all other uses or reproductions of this document, in part or whole, are forbidden by law. However, the author hopes you are inspired to discuss the content with friends and kindred spirits. I also welcome collaboration, assistance and suggestions for revision, expansion, strategic planning, etc. May the two pieces offered below serve us and all future generations very well.
Essentials of Sustainable Community Building
Community is a relationship of relationships, whether we call a community a tribe, clan, or a nation. If the nature and quality of our relationships are deficient, then the general quality of life suffers in proportion to our lack of harmony, communion, and unity. In general, the smaller the community, the more vulnerable it is to disunity, disharmony, divisive conflict, and negative attitudes.
Most of us moderns have forgotten how to be members of a thriving agrarian community, a village. We are much further removed from being fully functional members of a tribe of multi-talented, self-reliant artisans, hunter-gatherers living in primal, direct relationship with nature. Yet, to survive and thrive, we need to refresh our memories, fast.
Many of you know that most of the ancient prophecies of all the ancient spiritual cultures have been fulfilled, presaging the end of the current world game and a difficult transition to a new world, with a greener, very positive, new paradigm. Part of the process — the emergency of transition from an ecocidal socioeconomic paradigm back to a biocentric, sustainable sociocultural paradigm — requires deep, extensive learning and retraining of our minds and our patterns of communication, behavior, and group interaction. If we are to survive and thrive, we need to learn how to be communal pioneers.
Diana Leaf Christian, editor of Communities Magazine and author of Intentional Communities and her latest book Creating a Life Together - Practical Tools to Grow Ecovillages, has lived in, studied and helped build intentional communities for decades. Her book is an ideal primer for founders and founders-to-be.
Only 10% of intentional communities succeed. Christian shows how the other 90% fail before they begin. Here are a few key highlights on community building fundamentals, essentials, ways and means:
Before making an offer on a property or planning physical facilities and shelters, learn about about local zoning, financing, housing policy and land trusts.
Decide what kind of legal-financial vehicle[s] will work best for what the group and each member wants to do. Make sure that all present and future members will be legally protected and feel emotionally secure about fully committed participation.
As well as possible, explore all the potentials and limits of members' ability and willingness to make contributions of money, time and labor.
Discover what everyone really thinks is acceptable and unacceptable in daily life and for the mid-term and long-term.
Before getting legal and official, decide on a reasonable escape clause and a viable Exit Strategy for members who either must or want to drop out.
Christian lists six preliminary necessities, the essential basics of a successful community development process:
1. Identify your community vision and create vision documents.
2. Choose a fair, appropriately participatory decision-making process. If you choose the consensus model, get trained in it.
3. Make clear agreements, in writing, especially for choosing the legal entity for owning land and facilities in common.
4. Learn good communication and group process skills, make clear communication and effective conflict resolution a top priority.
5. Choose co-founders and new members for emotional maturity.
6. Learn whatever head skills and heart skills you need to make it work.
Christian and the hundreds of intentional community members and leaders interviewed by her and many other researchers, leave no shadow of doubt about the necessities and difficulties. Hard evidence and experience show that creating a new community is not an American Dream for dabblers and adventurers, nor simply an interesting amusement for impetuous adolescents or the weak minded.
Hotheads, sociopaths, narcissistic neurotics, and perpetual adolescents with borderline personality disorders may find few if any communities to put up with them; and, yet, the high failure rate may be partly due to groups that fail to screen for psychological wellness, ethical integrity, and emotional maturity. The vast majority of cases prove the prime importance and positive power of a transcendent communal vision or mission, and unanimous devotion to it.
"It takes enormous amounts of time to pull off a project of this magnitude. Even if you meet weekly, you'll still need people to work on various committees that work and/or meet between scheduled meetings — gathering information, calling officials, crunching the numbers, drafting proposals, and so on — for at least a year, or even two years or longer."
Christian says that the larger the group or the smaller its assets, the longer it will take. For a spiritually oriented/motivated community, the start-up process is more complex and the issues listed in the above prerequisites, are much more crucial to effective development.
All effects are results of causes, karma, contributing factors, and circumstances. Long term community members, observers and researchers have found that groups who established a strong spiritual foundation with a viable religious paradigm and shared daily practice are clearly more successful and durable than communities that lack a strong religious ethos and communal practice. Clearly, the stronger the communal ethos and the more effective the group practice, the better the results.
"A house divided against itself shall not stand" is an ancient and eternal truth. It easier to get over or around petty squabbles and conflicts that could devolve into terminal infections when members are committed to a Mission bigger, higher, and more important than egoic goals and desires. Unity of purpose sustains effectiveness. Selfish individualism and illusory independence are inherently sociopathic and intrinsically divisive. The best way to screen out the problem is a coherent, compelling, inspiring statement of your group's shared spiritual principles, values, ethics, and practices at the heart of your community charter. A personal profile questionnaire can be a very helpful tool for new groups, new recruits, new plans or major revisions of communal policy, and annual reality checks.
Communal failure can be extremely expensive, in terms of money, precious time, missed opportunities, emotional and legal consequences, etc. Successful community building can be more uplifting and enriching than anything else we could do.
Once the preliminaries have been accomplished and the prerequisites established, the ongoing effectiveness of your community and the new world will depend on another set of essentials. The seven essentials of sustainable social success.
Five of the basic factors affecting the fate of civilizations were revealed in Dr. Jared Diamond's best selling book, Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed. Those five crucial choices are:
1. environmental impact
3. neighboring allies and enemies
4. loss and gain of trading partners
5. society's responses to all the above
All collective choices, causes, and effects are interactive. All the factors relate to use of our brains, for better or worse. The failed empires of the past shared terminal defects, misconceptions, and misunderstandings in common, misuse of inner and outer resources and too many missed opportunities.
Insight revealed two prerequisites* that foster all other determinants of cultural health and longevity. Here are the seven essentials of sustainable success:
1.* A viable paradigm, a sane, life sustaining set of values and basic ideas
2.* Loving respect for nature and humanity, sustaining commitment to the joy and wellness of children, elders, great spiritual leaders and wise guardians
3. Green awareness and empathy, compassionate sensitivity to environmental conditions, fostering the best possible quality of life for all generations
4. Consciousness of climate change, with active commitment to eliminating or reducing its severity and rapidity
5. Sustainable peace, positive relations with neighbors, allies and enemies alike, fostering Win-Win strategies and dialogue
6. Thriving with ongoing upgrading of policies, laws, institutions, and enterprises that foster healthy innovation, resilience, and diversity, supporting positive dialogue and interaction with allies and competitors, minimizing hostility and harm
7. Positive responses to whatever challenges sustainably healthy success
We, the people, decide to rise or fall. With healthy values and abiding commitment to a lively culture and general well being, success can, has, and does grow out of near disaster.
Yet, without sane basic values and attitudes, how can we sustain effective concern for the wellness of children, elders, and humanity as a whole? Success depends on wise choices that depend on good values, attitudes, and ideas that depend on a healthy cultural paradigm, a biocentric sociolinguistic matrix. Ultimately, developing sustainable green communities is the only way humanity will ever enjoy either Heaven on Earth or a healthy new culture. For the sake of my children and all others, I wish us all the best of fortune and success.
However modernized, human being is essentially communal being and essentially spiritual. We are all psychophysically interdependent. The ancient functions and benefits of tribal council are central to the establishment, evolution, success, and sustainability of healthy community standards, ways, and means. Council is the most effective way to decide on issues of vital importance to a community and all its relations of all species.
The most effective, sustainable decisions made for community groups are made by consensus. Otherwise, majority rule tends to devolve into mob rule or, at the least, a psychic arena spawning divisive attitudes, contentious competition, or worse. Most of us can now agree that the overwhelming evidence proves that we need to establish and sustain an egalitarian society with built-in protections against devolutionary, divisive defects. Tribal council and consensus decision making for managing community affairs will permit and foster the best possible protection and conservation of cultural integrity and sustainability.
In the early years of a new tribe or community, special healing councils may be needed for healing collective dysfunction. Individuals with deeply wounded psyches, chronic control dramas, manipulative-exploitive personality disorders, severe illnesses, and similar misfortunes need the help of a shaman or professional therapist as much as or more than they need the tribal council.
When a tribe member falls out of grace, the whole tribe falls as well. Due to the nature of modern social programming and non-indigenous group processes, modern council decision-making is vulnerable to meetingitis and long winded, narcissistic personalities.
Council is not to be abused nor used for trivial or selfish purposes. Real respect for all tribe members and all beings of all species is essential. Tribal council is a sacred cultural resource that must be protected, conserved, used with appropriate care and real gratitude.
The modern version of council typically ensures that all who wish to speak will feel heard. The modern council's purpose and process may be more about people wanting to speak, being acknowledged and validated, regardless of the meeting agenda or the needs of the people for whom the meeting was called.
In the ancient modes of tribal council, the talk continues only until no one wishes to speak about the topic or issue at hand. The ancient tribal council is usually attended by respected elders, possibly shamans and/or chiefs, and other trusted authorities, one usually acting as presiding moderator. The ancient mode is deeply structured — also more spontaneously intuitive — determined more by a consciously shared sense of great wisdom, revealed by spirit through the participants and the elders. The ancient tribal process respects each participant, yet insures that the wisdom essential to the required decision has been heard. The ancient council model fosters focus on the issues and the sacred presence of wisdom for co-creating the best possible result, fulfilling the purpose.
Without creating definite limits and constraints, the modern consensus council process permits extensive talking, listening, and thinking, regardless of the purpose and effectiveness of the process or decisions. The modern process suffers from the lack of ancient tribal cultural wisdom and an unfortunate deficiency of mutual trust and sensitivity.
The primal council process is based on the trust of and faith in the deep relationships of the participants — to each other and to the infinite environment of their ancient spiritual culture. Modern social programming and habit patterns have stripped many of us of the ability to possess or acquire the experiential knowledge, understanding, faith, attitudes, ways, and means of ancient tribal culture. Yet, adopting and integrating the ancient tribal spiritual ways in our council process — as much as possible — will produce the most positive results. A neo-primitive council policy is outlined below.
Council Principles
1. Whenever a meeting is needed, a Council is called and a meeting held. Preliminary purification rites are enacted for all participants. The meeting starts when whoever needs to participate is present. Everyone knows when that is so. The Council and a leading elder or shaman consecrate and bless a circular space or lodge, making offerings and prayers to spirits, elements, wisdoms, guides and guardians of all directions. Everyone sits together in the circle. The presiding elder or shaman blesses the Council specifically, states the purpose and basic protocol, then starts the session by placing a ceremonial object, such as a special stone or crystal or "talking stick" at the center of the circle.
2. The issue to be decided or actions to be considered are presented by the person concerned or appointed to speak first. The meeting may be called to suggest a solution for a single personal problem, to resolve conflicts, to plan a collective response to a crisis, or to consider a positive opportunity for the tribe, clan, or community.
3. A person with something to say picks up the talking stick and speaks, without interruption, while everyone else listens. When finished speaking, the speaker returns the talking stick to the center. If there is no talking stick the elder/shaman may call for speakers and responses. Any elder or the council moderator may intervene if a speaker goes off topic, talks far too much, seems to forget what the purpose of the session is or otherwise violates protocol.
4. At any point the shaman or an elder may tell a story of The People. Such a story carries wisdom relating to the issue or topics being considered.
5. The Council moderator lets the process continue until no one wishes to speak.
6. The Council's decision will be made when there is consensus. Decisions may be made in session or later, after giving people time to contemplate and seek wisdom. Difficult decisions on complex issues may involve a long process of dialog among all community members, possibly involving several Council sessions.
For compassionate council sessions, we can emulate the millennial wisdom lineages of both the East and West. Succeeding in this noble endeavor will be an accomplishment more important than the founding of the USA. Accomplishing this Mission means healing centuries of injury and saving humanity from a fate worse than extinction. Succeeding will put our green community government in league with the most durable ancient governments — the governments of the Hopi, the Bhutanese and, among many others, the six nations of the Haudenosaunee. Let their own words inspire you:
"The Haudenosaunee, or Six Nations Iriquois Confederacy, is among the most ancient continuously operating governments in the world. Long before the arrival of European peoples in North America, our people met in council to enact principles of peaceful co-existence among nations, in recognition of the right of the peoples to a continued and uninterrupted existence. European peoples left our council fires and journeyed forth into the world to spread principles of justice and democracy which they learned from us and which have had profound effects upon the evolution of the modern world.
... "Brothers and Sisters: When the Europeans first invaded our lands, they found a world filled with bountiful gifts of creation... Everywhere the game was plentiful, and sometimes the birds darkened the sky like great clouds, so great were there numbers. Our country teemed with elk and deer, bear and moose, and we were a happy and prosperous people in those times.
... "Brothers and Sisters... (note: ten subsequent paragraphs cataloging modern civilization's psychopathic atrocities and ecocidal catastrophes are omitted here)
... "Brothers and Sisters: We cannot adequately express our feelings of horror and repulsion as we view the policies of industry and [modern] government in North America, which threaten to destroy all life. Our forefathers predicted that the European way of life would bring a Spiritual imbalance to the world, that the Earth would grow old as a result of the imbalance. Now it is before all the world to see — the life producing forces are being reversed, and the life-potential is leaving this land. Only a people whose minds are twisted beyond an ability to perceive truth could act in ways which threaten the future generations of humanity.
... "Brothers and Sisters: We point out to you the Spiritual Path of Right and Reason. We bring to your thought and minds that right-minded human beings seek to promote above all else the life of all things. We direct to your minds that peace is not merely the absence of war, but the constant effort to maintain harmonious existence between all peoples, from individual to individual and between humans and the other beings of this planet. We point out to you that a Spiritual Consciousness is the Path to Survival of Humankind. We who walk about on Mother Earth occupy this place for only a short time. It is our duty as human beings to preserve the life that is here for the benefit of the future generations yet unborn.
... "Brothers and Sisters: The Haudenosaunee are determined to take whatever actions we can to halt the destruction of Mother Earth. In our territories, we continue to carry out our function as spiritual caretakers of the land. In this role as caretakers we cannot, and will not, stand idly by while the future of the coming generations is being systematically destroyed. We recognize that the fight is a long one and that we cannot hope to win it alone. To win, to secure the future, we must join hands with like-minded people and create a strength through unity. We commemorate two hundred years of injustice and the destruction of the world with these words." – Haudenosaunee Declaration of the Iriquois Nations
In considering the above, please remember that, 400 years ago, the European invaders had no experience with democratic government other than the ones they found functioning here. The governments of the Iriquois and their kindred cultures excelled the ancient Greek experiments with democracy and the mutant governments of today.
The Chinese term "Dao Dë" (as in Tao Te Ching) means the Way of "Reason & Virtue" or greatness & compassionate wisdom, the right use of life. Clearly, the Founding Fathers of the government of the USA failed to fully appreciate and faithfully copy the superior, fully functional system of the Iriquois Confederacy. If they had, we would not have an environmental crisis, nor a health care crisis, an energy crisis, or a Middle East crisis. If we had an equally effective, nonprofit government, we would suffer no unwinnable wars against crime, drugs, and terrorism that guarantee more government corruption, organized crime, more terrorism, illegal drugs for high profits, resource wars, and ecocide.
The Haudenosaunee Confederacy of early America's six civilized nations used the consensus decision making process for managing its affairs. So, they suffered no winner take all insanity, nor mob rule or virulent corruption, nor pandemic poverty. Yet, healthy government does not come natural to us, or else the instinct went extinct. We must learn it and work to sustain it.
With the help and advice of the Center for Nonviolent Communication, the Iriquois nations, the Hopi, the Bhutanese, and other people of sustainable spiritual cultures, we can succeed and set an example for resolving all unnecessary crises and worldly conflicts. Otherwise, in doing so, at least we will enjoy the superior quality of life possible with great sanity and cooperative harmony.
MichaelMonterey
Michael is a master brewer & elixir maker, founder of BioAlchemy Artisans Inc., holontologist, ecotect, green designer, planning consultant, sustainability SME, and published author. My life, my vision and work are inspired and empowered by Nichiren Buddhism, Dr. Daisaku Ikeda, Josei Toda, Makaguchi Sensei, Nichiren Daishonin, Buddha Shakyamuni, Leonardo Da Vinci, Mark Twain, and many other great culture heroes. I am devoted to my mentors and the Mission, creating an enlightened civilization of happy, healthy, free human beings on this planet or wherever.
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ROCKET CLASS S4B
16.06.2018 13.05.2018 Categories World of models
The proposed model is performed according to the scheme “duck”. The stabilizer is located in front of the wing, contributes to the sustainability planning mode. A deviation to vertical position after deployment, a simple “timer” (wick device ignites the expelling charge motor) ensures a safe landing apparatus.
The Central beam rocket hewed out of pine and has a cross section of 4X4 mm. In its nasal part of the thread with glue is attached to the spring hinges, bearing side beams of variable cross section. In addition, 80 mm from the front end of the Central beam pivotally mounted node of the beam stabilizer (pine section of 3X4 mm). In the middle of the last bound rubber band to hold the stabilizer at a predetermined angle of attack. She passed through the ring of the spring hinge and ends of cotton thread No. 10 or No. 5 with a length of 100 mm with a knot at the end. When equipped model, the pull to the tail end of the Central beam and grab the wick with a nylon thread No. 50. Hold the stabilizer in a vertical position during the transition from planning to forced descent is provided by knot in the middle of the elastics, the value of which does not allow him to slip through the ring joint. Stitched wing and stabilizer used Mylar film thickness of 3-6 microns. The mass of the rocket is 18.5 g.
Model rocket:
1 — centre wing beam, 2 — beam wing side, 3 — spring hinge, a 4 — beam of the stabilizer, 5 cotton thread, 6 — rubber band, 7 — wick.
The body of the carrier is formed on a metal mandrel of two layers of glass, of a thickness of 0.3 mm on the resin ED-20. At the center of gravity of the carrier, equipped with exhaust MRD, attached rubber band, the opposite end of the restraint system rescue media of Mylar film with a thickness of 20 µm and fairing. The mass of the carrier 7.
Adjustment of a mode of planning is the selection of the installation angle of the stabilizer by moving wooden I-beam of the stabilizer of size 4X5X6 mm and the offset of the center of gravity of the airframe loading of the bow beam.
If the model is prepared for the start of the engine is put in the carrier, then placed the rocket plane and labyrinth separating the balsa wad with a through Central hole for the wick. After that, the beam stabilizer is unfolding ago, close to the Central beam of the wing; last-Curling and side rails, top gently wound the skin. Finally put a system rescue media and mount the fairing.
Yury BATURA, Dneprodzerzhinsk
THE TIMER FOR THE ROCKET
Easy, reliable and accurate timer — "blue dream" any rakatomalala acting class S3. These models are run for a maximum duration of the flight. And sometimes, once in the upward air flow,...
DYNAMIC HOOK
Many model airplanes-students dream to provide their own model gliders hooks for dynamic start. Designs that have already been published, quite complex for the manufacture of novice...
“HARLEQUIN” AND THE FURNITURE AND TOYS
ON THE BED – THE STAIRS
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Report finds King County provided info to ICE agents against county law
By KIRO 7 News Staff
(John Moore/Getty Images)
The King County Auditor’s Office has found the county violated parts of its own ordinance, effective March 2018, by providing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents access to personal information on people booked into county jails and to requested case files on people in contact with the King County Sheriff’s Office.
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Ordinance 18665 expressly instructs the county not to provide ICE agents with personal information about King County residents without the existence of a judicial warrant requiring it.
The audit states that from March 2018 to April of 2019, 15 staff in ICE’s detention and removal unit logged into the jail’s nonpublic law enforcement look-up system more than 1,000 times.
That system, auditors said, gives users access to a much broader set of information than the public look-up system and the courts’ nonpublic look-up system, and includes photos, aliases and addresses.
Auditors said they do not know what exact information was accessed; therefore, they cannot say whether this access led to a deportation.
That access occurred, they said, even though the county code was specific about not allowing warrantless access to non-public databases. The audit states that the county had not done enough work to check the logs and understand who had access once the new ordinance was passed.
Auditors said once they notified the King County executive and the jail in April, the user accounts for ICE were turned off within a week.
They also found that the King County Sheriff’s Office provided unredacted case files to ICE agents from January 2018 to May 2019.
Durkan announces grantees for $5.6 million immigrant legal defense
The report says ICE made 25 requests to the Sheriff’s Office for information, which the Sheriff’s Office is allowed to share if ICE is doing a criminal investigation for charges including human trafficking and has a warrant signed by a judge.
However, the report says, the Sheriff’s Office staff did not confirm the purpose of ICE’s requests before providing the files, which could include personal information on other people, as well.
Auditors stated the sheriff has told them it will no longer fulfill these requests for civil immigration enforcement without a criminal warrant or legal requirement.
The discoveries came about during an audit examining how the county protects residents’ personal identifiable information.
KIRO 7 will have more on the report and local reactions to it coming up on KIRO 7 News at 6 p.m. Tuesday.
Written by Linzi Sheldon
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Carrier megamerger now in doubt
Posted by: Alex Bielinski
Eleven months ago four of the country’s largest health insurance companies announced two merger plans to consolidate in what would be among the largest transactions in U.S. history. In early July 2015, Aetna agreed to purchase Humana for more than $37 billion. Later that month, Anthem agreed to purchase Cigna for more than $54 billion.
The merger agreements must be approved by state insurance officials and federal anti-trust regulators. It initially appeared that both deals would survive regulatory scrutiny following strategic divestitures in states where the combined companies would dominate the market. Investors are now increasingly skeptical that these steps will get both deals to the finish line.
Public Criticism
Public opposition to the mergers has been swift and steady. As soon as the deals were announced, the president of the American Antitrust Institute (AAI) criticized the mergers as “more bottlenecking of the health-care supply chain, which we worry about already.” In October, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton announced that she was “very skeptical” that consumers would benefit from the mergers, and that the “mergers should be scrutinized very closely.”
The following month the American Medical Association sent a letter to the leader of the Justice Department’s antitrust division, Assistant Attorney General William Baer, expressing concern about mergers’ impact to consumers’ “healthcare access, quality, and affordability.” In January, the AAI sent a fifteen page letter to Baer detailing why it felt the mergers “are likely to substantially lessen competition,” and why “crafting relief that would adequately protect consumer interests is inherently difficult.”
Government Scrutiny
Although critics are targeting both mergers, the Anthem-Cigna merger is under greater pressure at both the state and federal levels. In Connecticut, the Republican Speaker of the House called for the state’s Insurance Commissioner to recuse herself from reviewing the merger because she is a former Cigna lobbyist and her husband still works for the company. The state’s Democratic Governor, Dannel Malloy, is also being criticized for offering to help Connecticut-based Cigna with the merger, even though state officials are supposed to provide an independent review of this type of merger.
Further, California’s insurance commissioner asked the Justice Department to block the Anthem-Cigna merger. He argued that all segments of the state’s insurance markets were already too consolidated, and that “[t]he merger makes that situation worse.” California approved the Aetna-Humana merger with conditions to increase oversight of premium increases. To date, Missouri is the only state that blocked the Aetna-Humana deal and the companies still have time to revise their plan to address the state’s concerns.
At the federal level, government officials privately expressed skepticism that Anthem and Cigna can offer concessions to preserve competition at a June 10 meeting between Justice Department staff and representatives of state attorneys general. No similar criticism of the Aetna-Humana deal was reported from the meeting.
Internal Integration
News has also slowly leaked out that Anthem and Cigna are bickering over a number of critical issues. First, a struggle over the future roles of CEOs David Cordani and Joe Swedish and the number of board seats Cigna would receive delayed the agreement. In March, Anthem sued Express Scripts for $15 billion, which put the future of the carrier’s long term contract with the nation’s largest pharmacy benefit manager in doubt. This reportedly did not sit well with Cigna. In addition, the two carriers are said to be at odds over missed Justice Department deadlines, incorrectly formatted data, flawed white papers, and senior-level departures at Anthem.
In contrast, Aetna’s president Karen Lynch described the process of integrating with Humana as “very collaborative,” and the two companies CEOs have offered “stay bonuses” to ensure “we’re keeping the people we need to keep.” The Aetna-Humana merger has already obtained 15 of the 20 state approvals it needs, and Lynch believes the merger is on track to close later this year. In another favorable development, Aetna sold $13 billion worth of bonds on June 2 to finance the Humana purchase, suggesting the company is not concerned about trouble with regulators.
What’s To Come?
If the Anthem-Cigna merger does not earn regulatory approval, Anthem will owe Cigna about $1.85 billion breakup fee according to the merger agreement. The agreement between Aetna and Humana contained a mutual $1.4 billion breakup fee that will be owed if either side backs out of the deal.
With the Anthem-Cigna merger now in doubt, analysts are already speculating that the insurers may attempt to acquire other carriers if the deal falls through. Cigna could use the breakup fee to help finance the purchase another major insurer such as Wellcare or Molina to bolster its position in the Medicaid and Medicare markets. Anthem could also look to acquire Blue Cross Blue Shield plans in more states or plans that Aetna and Humana may shed to complete their merger. And UnitedHealth Group is reported to be possibly interested again in the now-merged Centene/HealthNet.
Even if regulators shoot down the Anthem-Cigna megamerger, insurance industry consolidation is far from over.
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Roger Federer “100th Title a dream come true”
March 3, 2019 March 3, 2019 tennis-zone 0 Comments
Roger Federer made the history by winning Dubai to reach title number 100 in his career
The Swiss man defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final with a score of 6-4 6-4 to claim the title N 100
Federer is only 9 titles away from the history record of Jimmy Conors who has 109 times,
“It’s been a long, wonderful journey… I have loved every minute,” Roger said
“It’s been tough but the sacrifice has been very, very worthwhile and we’ll see how much
more I’ve got left in the tank. Reaching 100 is an absolute dream come true for me.”
Roger is always a man of records and He loves that, besides grand slam records,
the ranking numbers He’s adding now titles records
“I think this one has a deep satisfaction, an immediate one, because I know what it means.
I like these type of numbers or records,” the swiss added
Roger came to Dubai to play and did not expect to win it as He mentioned
“I didn’t come here expecting I was going to win, to be quite honest. I hadn’t played since Australia.
Just happy on all fronts how my game progressed, how well I played in the final [and] on top
of it winning the eighth [title in Dubai and] winning the 100th [tour-level trophy].
So many magical things going on,” Federer said. “I’m very, very happy right now.” The Former world number said
👋👋
A post shared by Roger Federer (@rogerfederer) on Mar 2, 2019 at 12:23pm PST
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How to set up two-step verification on Twitter
08 Jul 2016 2 Privacy, Twitter
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by Maria Varmazis
We’ve been reviewing why two-factor authentication (2FA) is so important, and how to set it up on various websites and services you might commonly use. When 2FA is available, it’s a great feature to enable to help secure your account, and thankfully it’s becoming more and more common on a number of popular sites.
Today I’ll walk you through how to secure your Twitter account with two-factor authentication. It only takes a few minutes!
First things first – if you haven’t added a mobile phone number to your profile (which you will need for Twitter’s 2FA), let’s do that now. Log in to your account from a desktop computer. Upon logging in, click your user avatar (top right corner of the screen) and then click “Settings.”
Now in the settings screen, click “Mobile” on the left side of the screen.
Add your phone number here, using the correct country code.
Twitter will send a text message with a numerical code to the phone number you’ve entered.
Enter that numerical code back on the Twitter screen, and then click “Activate phone.”
You’ll now get a confirmation code that your phone has been activated correctly and added to your account.
Now that your phone is paired to your account, you can take the next step to activate 2FA. On the left side of the screen, click “Security and Privacy.”
You’ll now see the Security screen, and the field we’re interested in is “Login Verification.” We want to click that ticky box that says “Verify login requests.”
Upon clicking that box, a box will pop up on the screen explaining the 2FA process. Twitter uses SMS-based 2FA – for those hoping for a mobile authenticator app instead, that option isn’t available at the moment. Click “Start.”
This next screen is a bit of a repeat of what we just did in step 4.
Twitter will send a numerical code to your phone:
And be sure to enter it back on the Twitter screen and hit “Submit.”
Upon hitting Submit, Twitter will confirm that you’ve set up 2FA correctly, and give you the option of generating a backup code. I strongly recommend generating the backup code – if you ever lose access to your phone when 2FA is enabled, this code will allow you to regain access to your account. You don’t want to get locked out!
The next screen will show you the backup code for your account, and instructions to keep this code somewhere safe. You definitely don’t want to keep it on your phone! Print the code out or write it down and keep it somewhere safe – somewhere not near your phone.
When you’re finished, hit “Done.”
Twitter will verify that your account now has 2FA enabled by showing you the Security screen with the “Verify login requests” option already checked, and a message that upon login you will receive a text message to your phone number.
You’ll also get a confirmation email sent to the address registered to your Twitter account.
That’s all there is to it for setting up 2FA for your Twitter account.
You can check out our other guides on setting up two-factor authentication for Amazon and Gmail.
2 comments on “How to set up two-step verification on Twitter”
I love two-factor authentication! Don’t get me wrong, I use it whenever it’s available. However, I think it’s also worth noting in these articles that the services do not necessarily use the provided phone number *ONLY* for authentication. This is what Twitter says on their website:
FAQs about having a phone number associated with your account.
Why should I have a phone number associated with my Twitter account?
When your Twitter account has a phone number associated with it, you have access to additional benefits that include:
* Access to security features like login verification, which helps keep your account secure.
* Connecting with contacts who are already on Twitter.
* Allowing your friends to find you (if they have your phone number saved as a contact).
First and foremost, Twitter is a social media platform. I suspect it offers SMS as opposed to a mobile authenticator app precisely so that there’s more incentive for users to link a personal phone number, which is about as strong a personal identifier as you can give. So this is a super-effective way of tying an individual’s Twitter activity to a whole lot more data, making it more valuable from a big data-mining and marketing perspective. I’m quite sure all this is being resold to data brokers or used in-house, or both.
So we get increased account security for sure, but I strongly suspect we are sacrificing individual privacy at the same time.
My point: definitely check out 2FA. It’s very valuable. But read up on how else the phone number may be used, and try to make an informed decision.
Karina Orozco says:
Great and very useful article.
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Envelope, please: The worst movie title ever
Syniks
When actor-director Anthony Newley approached him with a strange-sounding project in the late 1960s, little did Herman Raucher suspect that he would wind up co-writing a movie that four decades later would be honored as having ...
The Worst Movie Title Ever.
Yes, folks, we have a winner -- or loser or however you'd characterize a title that was singled out as being more awful than any other in cinematic history.
Worse than "To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything, Julie Newmar" (the runner-up).
Worse than "Mother, May I Sleep with Danger?"
Worse than "C.H.U.D."
Ladies and gentleman, we bring you: "Can Hieronymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?"
Topping a poll of more than 500 Tribune readers, "Can Hieronymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?" has attained immortality at last, something that couldn't be said when this bawdy farce came and went from theaters in 1969.
Newley died in 1999, so we tracked down his co-writer, Raucher, 77, at his Connecticut home to accept this award.
"Oh, my goodness," he said.
He explained: "It was Tony's title. I thought he was a little mad. But he was a little mad. Tony was one of the most talented people I'd ever worked with."
So the pair wrote the movie, and, in those days when the studios actually let the creative folk run wild, Universal didn't insist on changing the title.
"They just let it go," Raucher said. "I don't know why."
Others were less lenient. "The New York Times wouldn't print the whole title," he said. "They wouldn't allow us to use the words `Mercy Humppe.' So it was simply called in the ads `Hieronymus Merkin.'"
The movie died -- not helped, Raucher said, by its X rating. Still, Raucher, who would achieve far greater success two years later with the movie of his autobiographical novel "Summer of '42," retains a soft spot for "Can Hieronymus Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?"
"I was very proud of it," he said. "If all the people remember is its crazy title, I guess we earned that recognition."
By Mark Caro
Tribune entertainment reporter
Holy Paradise
Nothing to discuss after that.
Wow. That's terrible.
Curious Inquiry
Is it available on DVD?
Gusitania
Thank you for validating me...I thought it must have been in a drunken dream stupor that I recall a name of a movie being "Can Hieronymous Merkin Ever Forget Mercy Humppe and Find True Happiness?" .....and, thanks to you, I go to my chest of porn...and I find...The March 1969 issue of Playboy, which I just happen to have... "Anthony Newley, Joan Collins (!) and playmate Connie Kerski star in a wild flash and fantasy filled flick that lives up to its satyrical (sic) title"..Bad title, good review..how bout that?:D
Even worse than Plan Nine or Manos...unthinkable.
Not-So-Bad Jerk Faces
I always thought the 'mind-expanding' documentary of 'What the Bleep Do We Know' (yes, real title) would win. Oh well.
The Elder Malaclypse
Even worse than Carnivorous cunts for rat-pack scaly tentacle slug factory?
The Archregimancy
Nah, I still have a soft spot for "Attack of the Incredibly Strange Creatures Who Died and Became Mixed-Up Zombies"
Zanato
Snakes on a Plane.
Wow. I don't know whether to be impressed or frightened knowing you have 40 years of pornography, and know what's in each of them.
That one gets the contemporary award I think.
Theoretical Physicists
It's not that much worse than "Lemony Snicket's A Series Of Unfortunate Events"
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Maybe CEOs and executives do deserve their salary.
Wilgrove
I’ve noticed from a few posters and thread on this forum that there seems to be an attitude that anyone who is in the executive position of a company that they don’t really earn the money that they are given and thus they should be taxed extra for it because they don’t deserve it.
I would just like to say that being an executive or a person in any management power is not an easy job. I mean if you’re a CEO of a company, you have to make a thousand decisions a day on how to run the company, anywhere from advertisement to how the workers should be treated. I mean any idiot can get a company started, it’s keeping the company afloat is the hard part.
Even at a shift manager position where my dad is, it’s a pretty hard job. My dad is basically a babysitter for his job at Philip Morris. He has to make sure everyone is doing their job, help out employees who need help, make sure that his shift meets their quota for that shift, and he’s also in charge of hiring and firing people. Trust me it’s not an easy job and I know that my dad earns every cent of his paycheck.
Now there are a few leaders who don’t deserve the millions that they get (Enron comes to mind), but that’s really just a small minority of business leaders.
I just thought I’d address this issues and see what you guys think.
Soheran
I didn't know that working hard entitled you to millions and millions of dollars.
Universalization of that principle would have some interesting results.
Pay for performance. As long as they're getting paid depending on how well the company is doing, I don't really have a problem with them getting large salaries. But if the company's losing money, the stock's tanking, and employees are losing their jobs left and right, nothing pisses me off more than some incompetent, greedy CEO making a fortune while the company decays.
Greater Trostia
Of course. And also, of the 25 million business in the US, most are small businesses. Yet people who are mindlessly anticapitalist assume "business" means "huge-ass corporation" and then stereotype all businessmen as effete, greedy, amoral "elites."
It pisses me off because I know quite a few business people - I'm gonna be one myself at some point - yet we all get demonized by people wearing Che t-shirts and shouting archaic Marxist bullcrap.
It's like rap. People look at rap artists and go, "Fuck! That's easy, anyone could do that!" but I guess such people just don't CHOOSE to go out and "easily" make millions with a rap album. Same with being a manager or whathaveyou. It's so easy, but I guess everyone would rather not "easily" do it...
It's easy, very easy, to demonize people with more wealth or success. Especially if your boss is an asshole. It's easy to extrapolate your boss into "all bosses."
I would like to see you in charge of a multi-million dollar company and not let it sink faster than the Titanic.
I would like to see you in charge of a multi-million dollar company
I'd sooner have sex with Ann Coulter.
But while we're speaking of other people's failures, I would like to see you actually respond to what I say for once.
Simply working hard is not what earns you millions and millions of dollars. What earns you millions and millions of dollars is the plain and simple fact that you own and manage a company that sells a product that people really like, buy like crazy and thus giving their money to the company. After their initials success, the company can either continue the product line and come out with an improvement of the same product which will also sell by the millions, or it can try something different and fail. Or, it can sell the improved product and a new one at the same time, and both of them will be a success. People in the executive position are the one who makes these decision, and when they make the right decision, they are rewarded, if they do not, then they are not.
If they do not turn over a profit, then they'll have the lay off some workers and cut back etc.
That is pretty much the economics behind it.
Neo Undelia
He does have a point though. While I certainly believe management should be paid more than labor because the necessary skills and amount of dedication are rarer, no one needs to be pulling down the salaries some of those guys do. That money would be much better served being put back into the company, possibly avoiding layoffs and other cutbacks or just to invest.
Simply working hard is not what earns you millions and millions of dollars.
It's not what GETS you millions and millions of dollars, no. I'm aware of that. Indeed, that was part of my point.
Of course, your OP explicitly related "hard work" to deserving millions of dollars... repeatedly. That's what I responded to.
not an easy job.
the hard part.
a pretty hard job.
it’s not an easy job
What earns you millions and millions of dollars is the plain and simple fact that you own and manage a company that sells a product that people really like, buy like crazy and thus giving their money to the company.
And what does that have to do with desert?
People in the executive position are the one who makes these decision, and when they make the right decision, they are rewarded, if they do not, then they are not.
Well, the accountability is uncertain.
But by and large, let's say that what you say is true. Why does making the right decisions mean that you deserve obscene quantities of wealth?
Because it's your company and you should be allowed to run it the way you want? The salary that every worker is paid for is agreed upon in their contracts with the company, and executives salary are regulated by how well their company is doing. If a person doesn't like his salary at one company, then he's more than welcome to leave that company and go to another. If enough people leave the company because of poor salary, then that also hurts executives because then they can't keep up their own salary because no one is churning out the product. So they can either offer higher salaries, or go bankrupt.
Free Soviets
Because it's your company and you should be allowed to run it the way you want?
why and why?
and where did the deserving come in?
If a person doesn't like his salary at one company, then he's more than welcome to leave that company and go to another. If enough people leave the company because of poor salary, then that also hurts executives because then they can't keep up their own salary because no one is churning out the product. So they can either offer higher salaries, or go bankrupt.
Yeah, because that's how it always works out.
Clever.
Because we live in a free capitalistic society.
*shrugs* Until companies are actually starting to point guns to employees heads (in the United States BTW) and telling them to work for them or die, I stand by that statement.
Autocratic rulers sometimes thought similarly of "their" countries; I see little reason to give the claim of the capitalist much more legitimacy.
Private property over the means of production is, at best, a social convention whose rightful end is serving the public good - in which case it can be regulated so as to best serve that public good, whatever the opinions of the "owner."
The salary that every worker is paid for is agreed upon in their contracts with the company, and executives salary are regulated by how well their company is doing.
And by the power and influence they possess.
I know how the competitive labor market is supposed to work; I'm not particularly interested in arguing about it now.
My question focused on DESERT. By what right does the executive DESERVE the obscene quantity of wealth he or she attains? Hard work is, you said, not a sufficient criterion - so what is?
Rhaomi
http://x98.xanga.com/6fab63164243049164732/b33033191.jpg
Modern art, on the other hand...
Now, if that were a painting of the BSOD, that person would deserve every penny.
The fact of legal ownership and the sovereignty implicit in moral ownership are two vastly different things.
Why? It came free with every computer sold?
That's the beauty of it.
I'm just going to go ahead and say that I am a free market person. I believe that if Gov. Co. would have less to do with the private sector, and let economics rule, then it'll be better.
Yea, but I doubt people go into business for the 'public good', they go into business because they want one thing, care to guess what it is?
Yea, but the person can refuse the salary that he is offered by the company, he doesn't have a job, but the company has one less employee, and even though one less employee seems small, it can effect how well the company does. I refer you to the "butterfly effect".
I've already told you, they own the company, they run the company, they set the salary that everyone else gets, they sell the product, they rake in the profit, and they make decisions that raise the company some more or sink it.
The execs. must keep the company afloat not only for monetary gains, but also because the workers depends on the company staying afloat because of their job.
Then you lack perspective and perhaps empathy.
I believe that if Gov. Co. would have less to do with the private sector, and let economics rule, then it'll be better.
Once again, that always works out.
i'm wondering if we might be seeing a rather stunted version of deserts, where the mere facts of a social system existing wholly determine who 'deserves' what, without reference to a larger theory of justice or whatever
Lay off industrious workers not because of their work but because the CEO's managerial decisions have caused the company to make a loss, yet the CEO still draws down an enormous obscene salary and gets rewarded with a bonus.
They make the mistake, but it seems rarely do they suffer from it.
Where's the logic and justice in that?
That's life, and while it isn't fair, not much you can do unless you live in a communism society, but I'm going ahead to tell you right now that things won't be any better.
That is not an argument from right or desert.
So? What does that have to do with what I said?
I was talking specifically about executive pay - questioning the degree to which salary is based purely on performance.
I've already told you, they own the company,
Actually, plenty of executives do not, in fact, own the company.
they run the company, they set the salary that everyone else gets, they sell the product, they rake in the profit, and they make decisions that raise the company some more or sink it.
So they do a lot of things.
What's the moral significance of that? It seems to just be a return to your older "hard work" argument - which you already rejected.
DynamicUno
Working hard entitles you to everything you earn.
Do CEO's really earn millions of dollars? Do they deserve bonuses that are often more than the entire salaries of their workers? I don't think so, and there are a number of reasons.
1) The number of financial scandals. These people are already so much wealthier than the people who work for them... and they have to steal from them, too?
2) Ethics. If I live on a planet where people are starving, and I make enough money to buy 14 houses and a jetliner - every year - then that's more than just tragic; it's murder.
3) I run a company with another person. We put a lot of time and effort into our company, and I know that there is no conceivable way I could ever justify taking so much money out of the company for my own salary. It would be wasteful, disrespectful to the other people who put in their time, and arrogant. Not to mention pointless - does anybody really NEED a million dollars a year? Honestly? I mean seriously, honestly? In this culture of greed, we're taught that millions of dollars is success. I don't think anybody can seriously argue that that isn't greed, pure and simple.
Now your not making any sense. On the one hand you say that CEO's deserve their salary because of their hard work, but when they screw up they aren't accountable?
Also, no one here is advocating communism or even suggesting it would be better... in this thread... yet.
Also, you're a defeatist, and that's sad.
There is no moral significance in the whole thing, but hey is it really the CEOs or the Execs. fault? I mean people still buy Nike sneakers, people still buy companies that employee illegal aliens, and sweat shop, and who moved their production line to China, as long as we continue to support these companies, and as long as they are able to turn over a profit, they'll keep on doing it.
Speaking more generally, what, exactly, is the connection between the "market value" of a person's labor and the degree of compensation, if any, they DESERVE for that labor?
Is there one at all?
Edit: At best, I think, a practical argument could be made from incentives - "This person should be paid this obscene salary because it maximizes economic efficiency."
But it would be very difficult to argue that that person actually deserves the money.
They are accountable to the shareholders who buy their stocks.
Nah, I'm a realist.
There is no moral significance in the whole thing,
So, then, CEOs don't really deserve their wealth?
as long as we continue to support these companies, and as long as they are able to turn over a profit, they'll keep on doing it.
To me, this has always seemed to be an incredibly stupid argument.
"It's not my fault that I'm engaging in horrendously immoral activities - after all, other people are paying me to do it!"
The Alma Mater
I believe you misunderstand the question. It is not if a CEO can decide that he should get a lot of money for his work, nor if he works hard or not.
It is whether if it is morally right for him to have a salary which is a few dozen or even a few hundred times that of his workers.
Well the general consensus of the market and stock exchange seems to think that they do.
Eh, as long as it gets them money. People in general are selfish greedy bastards, and when put in a power where they can fulfill both of the selfish and greedy needs, then they will fulfill both, by whatever means.
I'm not arguing from a moral point of view, moral doesn't have anything to do with it, it's basically an economic question.
That's a lot different to what you were arguing before.
You started by saying they deserved their obscene salaries. Now it's reduced to 'Life isn't fair' and 'Communism would be worse'.
Mind telling me where I mentioned Communism?
Here's something interesting:
http://www.faireconomy.org/images/EEchartCEOaverageRatio%20copy.gif
Like to explain why a CEO 'hardwork' is now worth 400+ times the average worker's income, whereas just 15 years previously it was worth 100?
Are they 4 times as productive, 4 times as profitable, 4 times as hardworking, 4 times better at decision-making as they were 15 years ago?
If a domestic worker making $8.00 an hour works as hard as the richest CEO, does she deserve as much money as he does?
If not, why not?
More and more people are able to afford their products than their was 15 years ago.
If the contract between the domestic worker and his employer states that the person is to make $8.00 an hour, then the person is to make $8.00 an hour.
i called it (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12459023&postcount=24)
Non Aligned States
Hard work is, you said, not a sufficient criterion - so what is?
As my lecturers used to tell me, work smart, not hard. Besides, if hard work was the only criteria for pay scales, nobody would be doctors, scientists, or anything that involved less grunt work and more smarts.
A better example would be like that of a ship. A company in most cases, is a ship, the CEO is the captain. Ultimately, the captain say's where the ship goes, and usually draws a somewhat higher pay scale than say, the cook in the galley.
Half the reason why they draw these pay scales is because as decision makers, ultimately, the health of the company rests on them.
No you're not. You're an example of the all too common practice of hiding pessimism within "realism".
A realist would never say ,"That's life, and while it isn't fair, not much you can do." A realist would understand that there is plenty you can do and could point to historical events to show that actions have been undertaken in the past to improve the relative fairness and that those actions can meet with success.
A realist would never say ,"That's life, and while it isn't fair, not much you can do." A realist would understand that there is plenty you can do and could point to historical events to show that things have been done to improve the relative fairness of life in the past and that they have been successful.
Yea, but I also realize that it's these corporations which are run by the execs. help our economy, and keep our economy pretty damn good and I don't know about you but I am benefiting from our economy and I would like to continue benefiting from it.
The "general consensus of the market and the stock exchange" has jack shit to do with desert.
Eh, as long as it gets them money.
Then it IS their fault.
People in general are selfish greedy bastards,
People pushed into certain economic roles under certain economic systems act very selfishly in limited contexts.
and when put in a power where they can fulfill both of the selfish and greedy needs, then they will fulfill both, by whatever means.
That seems depraved to me - not at all in accordance with human nature.
I'm not arguing from a moral point of view
Then where does desert come in?
But we are not talking about a mere scaledifference here - we are talking about the captain getting the same pay as 400 cooks put together.
Ok, what the hell do you mean by desert?
That didn't answer the question.
But then, I've noticed you've manage to get through 3 pages now of avoiding answering all questions.
Well done sir. I salute you on your knavish obliqueness.
"What is, is right." And thus all morality is repealed.
Of course, the fun part is that now we can tax the CEOs as much as we want, or even lynch them in the streets, and any moral objection you might have is blatantly hypocritical. ;)
"To be worthy of; merit" - The American Heritage Dictionary
Edit: That's the verb, not the noun.
"The state or fact of deserving reward or punishment" - American Heritage Dictionary again.
Yea, but tax the CEO's too much and they'll probably all move down to Mexico, and the middle and lower classes taxes will go up, and our economy will tank.
15 years ago, about 30% of the people were able to afford Product A.
However, with the improvement of the economy, and basically standard of living all across the board has allowed 80% of the people to afford product A. Which means that the company rakes in more profit, and thus CEOs get more money.
They are the captain of the company, and the job of keeping the company on course and afloat rest on their shoulders.
New Granada
If they do very well, they deserve a lot of money, since they impact a lot of people with their success or failure.
Sadly, though the converse is true, it is not put into practice, and shysters and failures are able to take in millions.
What is it about this "job" that entitles them to lots of money?
Understand that not everyone's morality is so selective.
I also realize that it's these corporations which are run by the execs. help our economy, and keep our economy pretty damn good and I don't know about you but I am benefiting from our economy and I would like to continue benefiting from it.
I never said that corporations were bad. I said that perhaps CEOs and other executives do not need to be pulling down such huge salaries compared to labor and even management, and that perhaps every now and then they should take the fall.
It hurts the company when so much profit is expended on executive salaries, and as talented as some of those men are, recovering from the loss of a CEO is much easier on the economy and the greater good in general than recovering from the loss of 10,000 jobs.
I am a capitalist through and though. That doesn't mean I have to be amoral.
We're going in loops now, because they probably know more about economics than the workers, they know how the market and stocks work, they know what they must do to keep the company on course and afloat, and they know what will happen if they make the wrong choice.
But that's not what happened in reality...
Did I ever say that I support companies that have amoral activities? I vote with my wallet.
Not really. You have to consider the worth of the ship and the general importance of the ship. For example, a tug boat captain probably won't draw very much more compared to his crew. However, a captain of a megafreighter would probably draw much more than some of his crew.
The Black Forrest
Few people will argue about pay over performance. If I hear about a guy who received a truckload of money and it is said he took a company big or brought one back from death, I would say he earned it.
However, A guy who warmed a seat and received 400 million as in Exxons case? My 5 year old daughter could have sat in the same chair and seen the same profits.
What about the ex-ceo of HomeDepot? Under his 7 years, the stock never increased in value. Lowes who was nothing, is now the supreme competitor that they can no longer defeat.
He was let go and the reason failure to meet ALL objectives
I will say it again failure to meet ALL objectives
His reward was $210 million. He also had another $130 million from the 7 years.
Let's hear you justify that.
We're going in loops now,
Yes, consistent refusal to actually address a question can cause that problem.
because they probably know more about economics than the workers, they know how the market and stocks work, they know what they must do to keep the company on course and afloat, and they know what will happen if they make the wrong choice.
All that makes them more suited for the job than the workers.
Why does it entitle them to more MONEY? Is knowledge in and of itself really worthy of reward?
But then why are you here trying to justify the actions of amoral CEOs?
none of which leads to entitlement.
perhaps it will help to think of a situation where you think somebody doesn't deserve what they have. a really skilled and successful mugger, for example. the fact that they know more about mugging people and what it takes to do it effectively, etc, has fuck-all to do with deserving the mugged loot.
I'm not justifying it, just stating facts of why they are able to get away with it.
We're going in loops now, because they probably know more about economics than the workers,
Actually many do not. They are a face to the company and tend to be BS artists for the investors. Smooth talking is the job.
they know how the market and stocks work,
Actually they staff and or brokers handle that.
they know what they must do to keep the company on course and afloat,
Actually many do not. They tend to have people that research it for them.
and they know what will happen if they make the wrong choice.
They get a great golden parachute for their failure.
Because the company and shareholders think that they are worth that much.
Eh, blame the shareholders, they thought he was worth $210 millions and $130 millions.
So desert is a matter of whim?
A really rich person gives a billion dollars to a cactus. Does the cactus deserve the money?
Two casestudies from the Netherlands:
1. The director of the "heart foundation" (a charity organisation for people with heart diseases with its budget mainly generated from donations) was revealed to pay himself a significant salary - or as he put it: the salary he would earn in a business based on expertise.
People stopped donating.
2. AHOLD is a multinational company, in the Netherlands primarily known from the supermarket chain "Albert Heijn". After a massive fraud within the company was revealed it contracted Moberg as director, to get it back on track.
After hearing how much money the man would receive in salary (several times that of the prime minister) a significant number of people started boycotting the supermarket.
No, but we're talking about a cactus, not a human being who has a job of running the company and keeping it afloat while pleasing the shareholders, workers, the markets, and the other execs.
Actually no. The shareholders tend to not have a say in the executive pay packages. I own quite a few stocks from a few industries and I have never seen anything to vote on their pay packages.
There have been votes for more stock but that is not what is going on in the examples I mentioned.
Like I said in the OP, there are a few execs. who do not deserve what they are paid (I cited those who ran Enron into the ground) but they are a minority.
Just an edit.
No, but we're talking about a cactus, not a human being who has a job of running the company and keeping it afloat while pleasing the other execs and large investors.
Now we ARE going in circles.
That makes me happy.:)
Though it is sad about the heart foundation losing money, and I bet some people are going to lose their jobs who work at AHOLD. :(
Yea, and I guess there's no reason to have unions if the execs doesn't have to please the workers... :rolleyes:
It happens more then you think. Golden parachutes are only abused now, they should be curtailed.
You earn your pay making the tough choices and not from being a failure.
Yep, you just won't accept the answers.
If they are to be curtailed, then people should be made aware of their abuse and vote with their wallet, leave Gov. Co. out of it.
Guess you missed all the downsizing/rightsizing.
Guess you missed the bit where companies stocks tend to go up with layoffs.
Guess you missed all the offshoring of jobs. They did it to please the workers right? :rolleyes:
Execs can give a rats ass about the work force.
No... you just won't answer the fucking question.
You have given two substantive standards for "desert" - one, hard work, and two, consensual transfer from a rightful owner (for the moment I'll ignore the issue of "rightful owner.")
Both of those standards you have rejected when challenged.
The creation of the SEC was because of executives actions.
If it was left to the company, guys like Ebberts would never see prison.
Because they lost money, and they need to keep the company afloat.
Because the company starts to turn a profit again.
Not the American workers, but the Chinese and Indian workers seem to be happy about it.
Ah so you admit they don't really go about trying to please the work force.
No you won't accept the answers because you're trying to get me to say "Ok so they don't deserve it".
How are we to determine who deserves their salary, are you going to determine that, or are we going to make a special agency?
Face the fact, the salary of CEOs and other execs are based on the company performances, the shareholders, and in some cases the manipulation of the system.
*shrugs* I never said they try to please them all the time. They really just please the shareholders and execs first, and the workers get the left over.
Why, yes, I am. Obviously. That has been my entire line of argument.
But you still have not actually provided a reason they DO deserve it that you're willing to stand by.
We should choose an economic system that takes into account a notion of desert that amounts to more than "whatever the market decides."
Yeah, so?
Actually you did but you corrected it.
And they try to please the large shareholders and the other execs.
They can give a shit about little shareholders.
Well that is of course if there is a proxy fight and they don't have enough of the large shareholders in their camp. Then they are your best friend until the vote is over.
Yea, but as we've seen in the past, Socialistic or communistic society rarely works.
http://codor.blogs.com/intro/images/redherring.jpg
That was what he was getting at though.
so about executives deserving their monstrous wads of cash - figured out what you mean by 'deserve' yet?
Risottia
I think that who earns more money should be taxed more (that is, progressive income tax).
Not because the CEO etc don't deserve their wages; just because they benefit from living in a society that comprises also poor people - since they are more capable of monetary contribution, they should give to the society more money than poor people should. I call it solidarity.
If a person doesn't like solidarity, well, he is excused OUT of the society. That is, no police, no education, no healthcare, no public infrastructures, no military to defend him, etc, etc.
Whatmark
Not throwing my hat in with Wilgrove, as I disagree with his assessment of things, but...how would this work?
If we were being invaded, what would the military do? "Okay, any of you invaders who comes near any of our citizens is going to be shot. Except for Eric, you can kill him. Fuck that guy."
Because...I would laugh. Really. Fuck that guy (especially if he's a CEO).
Which is being done already the 1% Rich also pays the highest tax.
Nah, they would just send the guys who don't pay their taxes to the front line as machine gun fodder.
No I wasn't.
But don't let little things like facts and reality get in the way of your generalisations and general 'pulling things from out your butt and calling it a rose' that you've been doing on this thread thus far.
New Burmesia
When it's not being carted off to they Cayman Islands, that is.
Face the fact, the salary of CEOs and other execs are based on the company performances, the shareholders, and in some cases the manipulation of the system.In recent years, that has decidedly not been the case. CEO packages--especially the more outrageous examples--have been set based not on performance or shareholder opinion, but based on what the board feels is proper. The problem is that the board is often close friends with and in some cases appointed by that same CEO. It starts to resemble a con game before long, especially when top execs continue to get performance bonuses even when their companies go into the shitter.
Myrmidonisia
That's a position that needs some qualification. What about a company that brings in a CEO to stop the bleeding? Or just slow it down? I'm sure Ford would love to see a CEO that can reduce their unprofitability, while developing a plan to return to the black in future years.
And sometimes, big layoffs and plant closings are a big part of that plan.
In recent years, that has decidedly not been the case. CEO packages--especially the more outrageous examples--have been set based not on performance or shareholder opinion, but based on what the board feels is proper. The problem is that the board is often close friends with and in some cases appointed by that same CEO. It starts to resemble a con game before long, especially when top execs continue to get performance bonuses even when their companies go into the shitter.
Other than just the envy you feel at not making those big bucks, what difference does it make what a CEO gets paid? Regardless of how it is set, isn't a CEO's salary package a private matter between him and company?
I gotta admit that seeing a CEO accept a 'performance' bonus when a good company turns into a penny stock makes a good topic for a rant, but after all, that's what the company decided to offer and that's what he decided to accept. One assumes that the compensation committee saw some value in the guy at some point.
Intestinal fluids
This is an easy question to answer. A CEO can make decisions that can cost or make a company millions or billions of dollars. The people that have the ability to make the decisions that benefit ands profit the company consistently are very very few. Since almost every company wants and needs a sucessful CEO and the number of good CEOs are few, thier value is great. Simple Economics. Has nothing to do with deserve, it has to do with having an ability that your common man does not and the market attaching value to that ability.
It would be equally interesting to hear you explain why someone doesnt deserve what they make. Is your judgement on what someone elses value is what society should go by?
Where in a nation of 10s of millions of companies and CEOs large and small, is all this immoral corporate behavior that your seeing? Are you talking about the malfesence of less then .05 of 1% of all businesses doing something wrong? Your painting corporations with a rather broad paintbrush arnt you? I fail to see the problem here that justifys your villification of capitalism and corperate activities. Im in a corporation too. It consists of five of us. We build homes for people to live in. We have board meetings elect directors, pay taxes do all the things corporations do. We pay our CEO. He does a good job and everyone is happy. Customers are happy with our products and buy them. Where is the evil in the system? If we were fortunate enough to scale our business up 100x or 1000x would we suddenly just become evil and immoral because we are in a large corperation?
No because in the free market economy skill is rewarded not just hard work. A CEO has the ability to potentially generate thousands of times his income in revenue for his company. A domestic worker does not.
Think of CEOs as the All Stars in sports. CEOs have a rare ability to govern in the same way a professional athlete is unique in what he does. He is also fortunate enough to have a talent that the market is willing to pay for. If you happen to be the worlds best farter, thats wonderful but not much market for it. Fortunatly for the CEOs, for whatever reason, they are blessed with the rare ability to govern, and they are compensated for it. I dont see the mystery nor the problem here.
400 cooks cant sink a 2 Billion dollar boat.
The_pantless_hero
I mean any idiot can get a company started, it’s keeping the company afloat is the hard part.
The problem is that even if they fail, they get assloads of cash.
Even at a shift manager position where my dad is, it’s a pretty hard job. My dad is basically a babysitter for his job at Philip Morris.
Shift manager isn't a CEO.
Neither can a captain, that's what the gunners are for.
Absolutly. Tell you what, next time you need an operation, you put your life in the hands of your cheap doctor that isnt a real believer in knowledge and ill pay my doctor with his expensive degree.
Deserve denotes moral judgement. Since no human alive has the ability to correctly judge what somebody else deserves in terms of a lifestyle then the entire notion is absurd. Or are you simply suggesting that the donater shouldnt have the right to give his money to who or what he wants to?
Arthais101
Not in the slightest, most of these high paid CEOs work for public corporations, they do not own it, and it's not theirs. Not even Bill Gates "owns" microsoft anymore.
The salary that every worker is paid for is agreed upon in their contracts with the company, and executives salary are regulated by how well their company is doing. If a person doesn't like his salary at one company, then he's more than welcome to leave that company and go to another. If enough people leave the company because of poor salary, then that also hurts executives because then they can't keep up their own salary because no one is churning out the product. So they can either offer higher salaries, or go bankrupt.
Vastly overly simplistic.
Tell that to the Captian of the Titanic or the oil tanker Valdez ;) Yet another reason we pay talent much higher then domestic work. Thier decisions greatly impact many others. One captians poor decision affected the entire ecosystem of an entire State of the US.
Tell that to the Captian of the Titanic or the Val Dez ;)
I think that's an argument for paying them less than cooks.
Liuzzo
CEO's who get extremely large bonuses should be allowed to make a great deal of money. It takes a lot of skill, understanding, and hard work to run a company like this. I do believe that there should be some equity though. Certain companies have rules that bar a CEO from getting a bonus that is a certain percentage above that of their average employee. They do the same thing with raises. If Joe CEO wants a 5% raise then he must give that same raise to Joe Blow down in the stock room. Clearly the raise for the CEO will be much larger but it's in proportion to the raise of the average worker. This is the system at the company my father in law happens to be CEO at. It creates a greater balance and also helps to watch the bottom line as he must be more aware of the overall impact of his decisions. Then there's Exxon-Mobil etc. and their obscene profits and bonuses that really throw people for a loop. Those are the companies that get people outraged as those profits come at the detriment of Joe Blow when he fills his tank. It's all about equity so you don't have %10 of the people ruling the rest through class struggle. To all things in life there must be balance to keep things in homeostatic nature.
Tell that to the Captian of the Titanic or the oil tanker Valdez ;)
Case in point, do you think those captains deserved their salaries which were undoubtebly higher than the rest of the crew's?
Neo Bretonnia
I think too often people object to high salaried because they feel the CEO is making "too much" money. How does one define "too much?" Is there some arbitrary line that can be drawn to define where the salary becomes "too high?"
It's about incentive. It's about driving a company to ever greater size, profit and productivity. If a CEO's salary is at some artificial maximum then he or she has no real incentive to make the company grow, since the larger the company, the larger their workload and I don't know about you guys, but I'm not willing to take on additional work without a reasonable increase in compensation.
"Too much is when some guy has a yacht and some other guy lives in a box." Well there will always be social inequality. We can do our best to minimize it but it'll always be there. Besides, the situation isn't that simple. The CEO is an educated man or woman who worked hard in school and on the job to be qualified for the position they've reached. You can inherit money, but you can't inherit competence. At the same time the guy in the box might be an educated guy who worked hard and still ended up falling on hard times... but this is generally not the case.
Having a society where private businesses drive the economy confers the maximum benefit on the greatest number of people. Bigger companies need bigger employee pools which lower the unemployment rate. Bigger profits mean more expansion. This is a good thing. More people win this way. And what drives expansion? Incentive.
I think most of the time when people complain about how some executive makes "too much" money they're talking from a certain level of jealousy. They don't know anything about our hypothetical executive. They know nothing about his or her personality, habits, work performance or even the workload of the job and yet are ready to pass judgement based on one piece of information: The executive's income. Sounds like jealousy to me.
"It's not fair! His piece of cake is bigger than mine!"
Clearly not, but then one of them died as a result of his mistake and the other lost his job. The system self-corrected.
Oh my god yes. The simple fact that we can point to a handful of failures shows how effective the system actually is.Could you imagine the mayhem that would be caused if we had incompetent captians? We have thousands and thousands of captians on the seas at any given moment. The very fact that we dont have catastrophic oil spills daily means that the system is being run fairly competently by skilled and compensated Captians. Could you imagine the disaster to the planet if these ships were being run by $8 /hr domestic help?
Hydesland
Firstly, since I'm a realist, we have to accept the fact that life is unfair. Secondly, the fact is, we need CEO's and executives and we need to let them generate as much revenue as they can..
Isidoor
i have no problem with CEO's making more money than normal employees, but i do think that most of the time they earn way to much. i don't really understand this, at one point a person can live more than comfortable, why would they want to do a job wich is so stressfull and hard to earn a lot more, but obviously have less time to enjoy it.
no human alive has the ability to correctly judge what somebody else deserves
i'm afraid i'm gonna need to see your argument for that claim
The workers are just as necessary as CEOs and executives, though.
Indeed. Having said that, I don't support a system where you are either poor or a billionaire, like in russia. Which is why I would like certain elements of socialism to be implemented as well.
They know nothing about his or her personality, habits, work performance or even the workload of the job and yet are ready to pass judgement based on one piece of information: The executive's income.
none of those things are enough to overcome the moral importance of egalitarianism. absolutely nothing they do justifies putting them in a position of dominance over us and over society. but that is what their systemic reward is. fuck that shit.
wanna know an interesting fact about humans? we value egalitarianism highly enough that we will consistently seek to implement it even at a cost to ourselves. there is a famous experiment where you take two people and give them some amount of money to split between them. one person gets to make the split, the other gets to accept it or reject it. if accepted, each takes their part of the money. if rejected, nobody gets anything. now from a pure rational maximizer standpoint, the decider should accept any split where they get more than nothing at all. but in reality, any split much different than 50-50 gets a "fuck you!" rejection.
Of course. There has to be a degree of equality and well being for society (and an economy) to function.
...the CEOs are appointed or elected by the owners. The owners call the shots.
Mer des Ennuis
Most people here seem to be missing the point: Executives at large, publicly traded companies get their salary because of the skills they possess, not just because they work hard.
A janitor might pull more hours than a surgeon, but the surgeon gets paid a whole shitload more for less "work." Its not work that gets paid, its skills. A CEO at a huge corporation got to his position chiefly by skill. Sure, influence and connections may play a role, but they don't get you everything. If a CEO is "letting the company decay around him," chances are the board of directors will eliminate him. If they don't, then the stock holders will. Pure and simple.
A beancounter may be necessary for a company to function, but he is just that: a bean counter. Replacable. A skilled CEO, on the other hand, isn't.
So.. according to you being a CEO can require much more (based on salary say a few 100 times more) skill than being the president/prime minister of an average western country ?
so which skills in particular cause them to deserve their monstrosities of paychecks?
Seeing as most every President/Prime Minister/Etc. is already independantly wealthy, why not?
The only value of a thing is that which that thing will bring.
If I pay you 2000 for a shirt, that shirt was worth 2000 dollars. If you don't get paid at all for it and can't find anyone to sell it to, that shirt is effectively 0 dollars value.
There is no "inherent" monetary value to anything.
Check your facts. Most aren't. Not by a long shot.
My question however was if a CEOs job requires much more skill.
Do you want an actual answer, or is that a rhetorical question? In either case, they don't deserve anything, they generally get paid for, you know, running the huge-assed corporation. Not everyone can do a James Cayne and generate 2.5 billion in profit in a year.
Ultraviolent Radiation
They pretty much do deserve it - they put a lot of time and effort into making a company a success. If the company is a success despite its products/services being crap, I blame the people who paid for them.
The ex-ceo of HomeDepot failed at all levels. Stock always lost value. A unknown unworthy competitor is now superior to them. The employee base is hostile. He was fired for failing to meet ALL objectives
He was paid 140 million during his "leadership"
His reward for failure was another 210 million.
The ex-chairmen of Exxon left with over 400 million. He didn't earn it. The situation of today even my 5 year old girl could have seen the same profits as him.
A janitor might pull more hours than a surgeon, but the surgeon gets paid a whole shitload more for less "work." Its not work that gets paid, its skills. A CEO at a huge corporation got to his position chiefly by skill. Sure, influence and connections may play a role, but they don't get you everything.
They are a HUGE factor. Ever notice that many CEOs set on other boards?
If a CEO is "letting the company decay around him," chances are the board of directors will eliminate him. If they don't, then the stock holders will. Pure and simple.
That's thing many people are arguing here. Today CEOs are rewarded for failure.
Justify the golden parachute.....
A beancounter may be necessary for a company to function, but he is just that: a bean counter. Replaceable. A skilled CEO, on the other hand, isn't.
EVERY person is replaceable. A company that can't deal with the loss of a CEO is one deserves to fail.
Ehh? I own shares in companies.
I have NEVER voted on a CEO......
That's was basically many people are arguing(I think).
An exec makes the big money for making the big decessions. Most "sane" people realize that and are willing to accept his salary when he is good.
What most people object is the guy who is rewarded for doing nothing or worst yes being a complete screw up(ie Homedepot ceo).
There appears to be an image where the executive gets the big money simply because he has a title.
Even here you see people basically argue:
"The guy screwed up; he shouldn't get millions for doing that"
"You just don't understand what it takes to be a ceo"
That's obvious. Many people don't understand the CEO's job. They understand reward and punishment.
Do your job well; you get rewarded. Do it badly, you get punished.
For many CEO's it's do your job great or poor; you will get rewarded.`
CthulhuFhtagn
Sure they do. It's called "patents" and "R&D" and "actually making the damned product".
What about thoses that wreck a company and make it loose it's competitive edge? Do they deserve a truckload of money when they are finally tossed.
Even in the states, when a company fails and it's assets are liquidated, the first ones to cash out are the board of directors.
Well, the Directors formed the company and would have put the original capital in, so they probably want something out of it. Directors are not quite the same as salary-paid employees, though, surely?
In either case, they don't deserve anything
then why should they get it?
They pretty much do deserve it - they put a lot of time and effort into making a company a success.
so time and effort - any guess what happens when we universalize that notion of who deserves what?
Depends how you compare the worth of physical effort and mental effort.
You average college professor still earns vastly less than many CEOs.
though one could stick to their guns here and say that that only means they deserve more
The directors rarely "form" the company. There are the founders who sit on the board. Others bring name recognition. Others bring contacts. Some are are partnered companies.
The original capitol of a public company tends to be the large investors and many don't sit on boards.
Investing is not a guarantee for the little guy.
Board members should not be guaranteed to get money back. Especially when their decisions kill the company.
The professor chose the easier option in the sense that s/he is good at the subject and probably enjoys learning and teaching it. They get a different kind of reward. The CEO has to make an effort on a day to day basis to keep the company running.
so a ceo that found his job fun and easy would not deserve a massive salary?
Has nothing to do with deserve
"Maybe CEOs and executives do deserve their salary" is the title of this thread, and was the subject of my post.
To say that it "has nothing to do with deserve" is to make my point for me. Thanks.
It would be equally interesting to hear you explain why someone doesnt deserve what they make.
Because they do not merit vast rewards while others just as meritorious make a pittance by comparison.
This is a basic rule of justice: equal treatment.
Where in a nation of 10s of millions of companies and CEOs large and small, is all this immoral corporate behavior that your seeing?
Corporations are legally required to behave immorally - to promote the private profit of their shareholders, within the limits of the law, at the expense of everything else, including the public good.
No because in the free market economy skill is rewarded not just hard work.
Skill is distributed rather arbitrarily - a poor immigrant from a developing country has done nothing wrong, yet nevertheless, through circumstances beyond her control, will probably lack the skills the children of upper-class families possess. What relevance does it have on desert?
I fail to see what this has to do with anything.
I know a whole lot about myself; does that mean I deserve money?
Deserve denotes moral judgement.
It does indeed.
Since no human alive has the ability to correctly judge what somebody else deserves in terms of a lifestyle then the entire notion is absurd.
Then saying that CEOs and executives DO deserve their pay is absurd, right?
Why are you replying to me? Shouldn't you be replying to Wilgrove?
Or is "desert" only meaningless when it's used to question obscene wealth, instead of to defend it?
Or are you simply suggesting that the donater shouldnt have the right to give his money to who or what he wants to?
Actually, yes, I would suggest exactly that.
For instance, no one should have the "right" to donate billions of dollars to a cactus while people are dying of starvation and easily treatable diseases.
Trod carefully now. One could also argue that no one should have the "right" to buy luxuries or non-essentials (like e.g. computers to post on NSG) while people are dying of starvation and easily treatable diseases.
Exactly. The culture of The Golden Parachute is the biggest asshattery of them all. To misquote the Doritos ad, "Fuck up the company all you want, we'll pay you more."
And the biggest Golden Parachute of them all is going to be deployed in the form of the George W. Bush Presidential Library at Southern Methodist University.
This is the part about income redistribution that confuses me. Who decides what is equality and how? I'm thinking wage and price controls, but I'd rather have you tell me.
Who decides what is equality and how?
we do, through the use of logic and collective decision making
I'm thinking wage and price controls, but I'd rather have you tell me.
or maybe the abolition of the wage system entirely?
Holyawesomeness
we do, through the use of logic and collective decision making Collective decision making is incompatible with logic.:D This is only a half-joking comment, but just keep in mind that most political decisions are quite lacking in logical strength.
Will we have magical ponies after the revolution comrade? Remind me when this occurs so I can flee the logical collective decision making process. It sounds too much like the borg, but in reality it will be too much like the bumblings of a drunkard.
The ability to govern. The abilty to take a product or an idea from the drawing board to a real live solid object that people can use and buy. The ability to motivate and focus a large group of people to attain a common goal. This is a rare and valuable skill that is compensated for in modern economies.
Simple enough. Name one single human on this earth, then explain why he is uniquely qualified to judge the quality and sufficiency of someone elses lifestyle. Is it too high or too low? We might as well have a judge decide what your favorite color is.
I hate to sound repetitive, but who's logic is applied and who gets to make the decisions? Unanimous agreement from 300 million in the U.S.? Not likely, but again, I don't want to put words in your mouth, so you tell me.
Dobbsworld
Or managing to figure out a way to charge people money for things they used to get for free. Satellite radio, anybody? Drinking water? Clean air?
Of course, you could always just keep those rose-tinted shades perched atop your lil' nose.
What an incomprehensible impossibility.
I wouldn't try, he probably expects everyone to just embrace communism willfully after the revolution. Reminds me of Lenin.
Why should satellite radio be free? Or treated drinking water -- not the bottled kind, it's called evian for a reason. There's a lot of work that goes into providing those services.
Communism and libertarianism suffer from the same problems. They both depend on actions and forces that have never overcome the capacity for humans to subvert those same actions and forces. I've made libertarianism my
ideal, but I know it won't work any better than communism.
Damn those Lenin puppets!
Domici
But if you look at how these companies perform under their CEO's you'll see that performance does nothing to influence the money they earn. Thus CEO's by definition do not deserve the money they receive, because it is not impacted by what they do.
Take a look at all the CEO's whose bad financial sense and marketing decisions (Ford comes to mind) but pay their CEO's huge salaries. And if they do screw up so bad that they must be gotten rid of, are they fired? No. They're bought out with a severance package so huge that they have come to be known as "golden parachutes."
If CEO's got paid as a percentage of the growth in the companies profits, then I'd say sure they earned it. But they don't.
though then again, one could just hold the line and say that people deserve X purely on the grounds of being human, and the fact that not all people currently get X is just evidence of injustice in the world. seems like an unlikely move to explicitly make in the case of ceo compensation, but at least we do recognize that as being a real basis for deserving some things.
careful with the 'is' there, as we aren't interested in ises but oughts.
does everybody that has that ability deserve ridiculously large novelty paychecks? it is fairly clear that not everybody that has that ability does get those - is this an injustice in the world?
:rolleyes: treated drinking water shouldn't be free? Are you that retarded.
It benefits you by the fact your workers aren't out with dysentery all the time. It benefits you by the fact you aren't being taxed to death for medical that would be needed to help the sick children, etc.
At most you charge for the delivery mechanism.
Running it as a profit? Good god no.
You don't have a right to profit. You have a right to try and earn one.
Water belongs in the government's hands NOT businessmen(they can have the bottled water scam).
No question they deserve their salary. CEO's and executives are some of the most intellegnet, hardest-working individuals in the world. And lets not forget whos paying their salaries. We are. By engaging in thousands of mutually beneficial transactions. They deserve to be rich for giving us great products at low everyday prices.
Depending on your chosen profession. A politician or professor may have equal skills, but get paid vastly less - even though they are quite possibly far more important to society than the CEO.
That sounds just like a Wal-Mart commercial.
Taxed and free are not the same thing. You put a few words in my mouth with that little rant. If you read and comprehended, you would notice that my response did not propose that water treatment should be turned over to a commercial entity, although, they could run it as well or better than most cities -- Atlanta excepted.
My household water comes from a well, but it isn't entirely free. I still pay electric bills for the pump.
I think that you would have a hard time convincing me of that. Back in the day, when I taught, I provided no where near the value to society that I did after I quit and invented a little device that reduced the price of satellite communications. The value to me was no where near the same, either. I wouldn't go back to a university, not even if I was able to own the place.
I think that you would have a hard time convincing me of that. Back in the day, when I taught, I provided no where near the value to society that I did after I quit and invented a little device that reduced the price of satellite communications.
so not skills then, but value to society is where the deservingness comes from?
Nobody deserves anything. This is a dog eat dog world. There is nothing fair nor just about it. Your house could be hit by a meteor tomorrow. Is this fair or just? Stop obsessing about deserved, the notion in economics simply does not exist. The bosses blonde daughter doesnt deserve to be VP. Shit happens. Lifes unfair. Deal with it. In economics its all about what you take, not what is given to you. The weak and inefficient wither and die. If your one of the fortunate few who thru luck or skill got to posess certain skills that are valued in our economy then gratz to you and enjoy your rewards. If you are a moron or simply have bad luck or bad pedigree well then life sucks for you , do the best you can and keep your head above water and deal. Dont cry or complain about who doesnt deserve to do what with thier money. Suck it up and be a man for gods sake. Any other questions?
I have one, will you be my friend? I like the way you think. :)
Nobody deserves anything. This is a dog eat dog world. There is nothing fair nor just about it.
ah, excellent. then no complaints when we expropriate their shit, right? fine be me - we outnumber them.
Yea, but we can't just break into their home and steal their stuff, that'd be against the law.
Are you concluding that the absence of universal justice means the lack of rule of law? The assertion is obviously false, rule of law and human desire for stability exist as their own forces, despite the lack of a provable idea of fairness amongst the competing ones.
There will be complaints though in any change, especially a disruptive one as expropriation. Life isn't fair, the world doesn't work perfectly, but although significant portion of us think that although the current system may have some imperfections, the arguments in favor of a system such as yours are considered relatively weak and the costs of implementation are considered extremely high when keeping in mind that most people don't like their stuff being expropriated.
You also cannot really overpower your foes as simply as you state, therefore, your assertion of "taking it" is as voiceless as it is toothless given the many who do support a system similar to the current and the power held by such groups.
Maldorians
How much do CEO's actually make? I never knew that answer...
I would consider a paying system based on that fair, yes.
OK. It's a basic fact that money can't just be dematerialised - it has to go somewhere.
Now we've got that fact firmly implanted in our minds, let's deal with the distribution of said money.
Obviously, workers are driven by their need for money. In the USA and the UK they are paid fairly according to their living expenses. Mostly the same over the world (Don't bring child labor into this. It's just flamebait.)
But, if workers were paid millions for doing basic work - Where is the motivation to start your own business? Where is the motivation to create? To innovate? To invent?
Basically, I'm saying there's a basic flaw in all this - if workers were paid the same as execs, there would be no desire to "climb the ranks" - meaning the entire private sector would collapse overnight.
Sure, "but dey cud donaet it 2 chartiy"
1: Why. Huge-ass charities lose half to 70% the donations in political bullshit and red tape anyway.
2: As a company gets bigger, the load increases, meaning more stress.
3: When I finally hit on the idea that works, I want to be able to keep myself and my future family financially secure. I don't want to be forced to throw away my money and security to a bunch of basically jealous radicals who think that just because they can't hack it, nobody else should.
Are you concluding that the absence of universal justice means the lack of rule of law?
No, only that the assumption about relative values to society was false.
The real answer to what a wage should be depends on the value that a consumer places on the service that a vendor has to offer. Certainly all market forces affect wages, just as they do commodities.
Yes. They deserve X for being human. So to the homeless people on the street. However CEO's receive 140,000,000X for being human while the homeless get by on X/5000 for being human and the bottom tier workers in that CEO's company only get X/2 for being human.
The issue is not whether or not CEO's deserve X. It's whether or not they deserve the 'X' of a hundred and 140 million other people too.
In the USA they are paid fairly according to their living expenses.
Paid fairly according to living expenses? Since when. They are paid in consideration of the local cost of living but I wouldn't go beyond that.
It depends on the company. Also their actual salary is a poor indicator of their income.
I used to process tax documents and I saw some forms with salaries in the hundred-million dollar range with several times that in capital gains and self-employment income (bonuses on a 1099).
On top of that they have the option of almost unlimited "deferred income." Which is the company doesn't give them all their pay at once because what they take up-front is more than they can spend in 10 years. So a chunk of their income is kept in a trust-fund for them. So their income is even larger than they must legally declare.
Global Avthority
Simply working hard is not what earns you millions and millions of dollars. What earns you millions and millions of dollars is the plain and simple fact that you own and manage a company that sells a product that people really like, buy like crazy and thus giving their money to the company.
Why are you changing your argument here?
True, but that doesn't make it right. People come before profits.
If a person doesn't like his salary at one company, then he's more than welcome to leave that company and go to another.
Your understanding of economic theory is remarkably arcane. People have been writing this unrealistic line since the late 18th century.
Why do you like the way this man thinks? Besides some übermensch complex you may have?
No one likes to lay off a good employee. Most good employees won't get laid off. That's who the company depends on for a turn-around. It's the marginal guys, or the guys that don't fit into the core competencies of a company that get laid off first.
I'm not sure "arcane" is the word I'd have picked. If secret and obscure is really what you mean, sorry. I'd have said "old fashioned", judging by the context. Still, that would be wrong. Wilgrove makes a sound statement. In fact, it's policy I've followed, with great success, all my life. Changing jobs when a dead-end appears is required. Maybe you can explain why I've been the exception to your arcane economic policy.
What I object to is the claim that a round of layoffs is a better step than a pay cut for an incompetent CEO.
It is not sufficietly humanitarian for me.
I'm not sure "arcane" is the word I'd have picked. If secret and obscure is really what you mean, sorry. I'd have said "old fashioned", judging by the context. Still, that would be wrong. Wilgrove makes a sound statement.
His statement is erroneous because it does not apply to everywhere. It assumes that desirable jobs are plentiful. He implies that there is no circumstance by which a worker losing his job is simply screwed. He does this in an attempt to legitimise an ideological agenda to turn the clock back on workers' rights. He is dedicated to securing the interests of the wealthy and powerful, 18th century-style.
Nah. He's saying you have the right to apply to work wherever you want. If I get fired, I have the right to go look for work somewhere else. Of course I might not find it. Big deal. It's not my employer's job to make sure that there is a job for me at OTHER employer's organizations. That's really beyond his control and responsibility.
As for securing the interests of the wealthy and powerful, 18th century style, it's interesting to note that the wealthiest today make far, far, far more than the wealthiest of that century did. This despite all the advances in socialist policies designed to equalize everyone.
Cortellen
Let me jump in here real quick to ask this one question. Please Wilgrove tell me one true socialistic or communistic society that did not work. While we are at it why don't we look at most small Jewish towns esp. the ones circa The Six Day War. They were all socialistic and they all prospered. If you attempt to use any country that claims to be Communist like the USSR or Red China or Vietnam or Indonesia or Laos or Cuba or any country of that ilk I will laugh in your face because they are not communist or socialist, they are totalitarian governments pretending to be communist.
Nah. He's saying you have the right to apply to work wherever you want. If I get fired, I have the right to go look for work somewhere else. Of course I might not find it.
Then you're screwed. You can't eat the "right to seek work".
So do the poor as does everyone else. It's called the development of civilisation.
This old and oft-repeated falsehood...
Aside from the mountain of evidence in the soviet union, north korea, &c that communism is a miserable way to run a country, there is the other fact that communism, as it is fantasized about by unrealistic idealists, cannot be put into practice in the real world.
When you try, you get USSR, DPRK, &c &c.
Of all the communist countries, the most successful just this month passed a new law establishing private property rights.
Thats funny. Your argument is very funny. And it is funny because there have been many communist countries just like the ones "fantasized about by unrealistic idealists". Where do you think Karl Marx got his ideas? From Teutsch and Celtic tribes.
That part about the Kibbutz's is nonsense. The Israeli government subsidizes those very heavily. If the collectives were truly successful, they would need no outside assistance.
So the notion that a society which prevents the private ownership of property and is still prosperous, is still unproven. Just because you can't find an example of a failure, doesn't prove the point.
The other thing you need to do is get your terms organized. Socialism, Communism, Capitalism, etc, all refer to an economic system. Democratic, totalitarian, and the like refer to the government. Thus, it is completely possible to have a communist totalitarian, or a social democratic system of economy/government co-existing.
In fact, it's more than just the right to find work after being fired. It's the right to find work, _before_ being fired. Or the right to work for any company that desires your services. Or the right to start your own company. Any of those are valid choices and sound statements regarding a capitalistic economy. I'm sorry for anyone that doesn't have that freedom of choice.
I think that your answer is an obvious one, however, the point I was getting at is that even if there is no universal justice guiding something that does not mean that the system doesn't matter.
Yep. Best not to get in a situation where you are unemployed and unemployable. Common sense yes?
No, I'm talking as a proportion, of wealthiest:poorest. Also known as income gap. It's bigger now than it was in the time period you are referring to.
In fact, it's more than just the right to find work after being fired. It's the right to find work, _before_ being fired. Or the right to work for any company that desires your services. Or the right to start your own company.
Well, yeah. The whole economic liberty kit n' kaboodle. I only mentioned one instance because being "screwed after being fired" seemed to be the example at hand.
It's amazing how hard a good company will work to help a good employee land a new job. I doubt most NSGers have the frame of reference to consider that. For them, it's more the "I got canned from the Burger King" sort of thing. That never abstracts to anything good. Still, it's tough to lay off good people and I doubt that any company management takes the decisions lightly -- Burger King excepted.
Trotskylvania
There is no evidence to suggest that going up in the hierarchy creates any harder of a work environment. Some of the hardest jobs are actually on the bottom of the ladder, and are compensated no where near fairly.
In the ideal perfectly competitive capitalist world that the neoclassical economists love to talk so reverantly of, each person's pay should be equivalent to their contribution. But we don't live in that world, nor do I think the perfectly competitive world can meet its own outrageous expectations.
CEO compensation has run completely amok in the past two decades. On average (which masks the outliers) CEO compensation has increased 12 fold in the past 20 years. Are the CEOs of today 12 times better, on average, then the CEOs of 20 years ago? I don't think so.
Certainly. I'm not arguing for communism here; just arguing against pure capitalism which you and the Californian appear to be advocating.
So if I fail to live in the right place, with the right employers locally, and have more education than the next man, I deserve the screwing that's coming to me?
I'm not so sure about that. Back then most of the poor lived in third-world conditions. Or at least at a level where they were locked out of the consumption economy.
Firstly, you wont be screwed, you will easily be able to find a job as with most densely populated wealthy capitalist societies wherever you are. Secondly, define job.
so desert has a market rate? and that is the determinant of value to society, despite the fact that there is a well known disconnect between markets and other systems of measuring value?
Glorious Freedonia
If a CEO can turn a bad company around and make a killing for the shareholders he should be compensated based upon those results.
If a CEO can take a large company and keep it as productive or more than the competition he should be compensated a lot too. CEOs and professional athletes are generally paid what they are worth. So you make less big fricking deal grow up ya pansies!
Chumblywumbly
CEOs and professional athletes are generally paid what they are worth. So you make less big fricking deal grow up ya pansies!
Robert Diamond, a main board director of Barclays PLC, recently collected a wage packet of £27,000,000 p/a (around $53,000,000 p/a). The staff who work in Barclays' branches earn about £20,000 p/a (around $40,000 p/a).
By your economical estimates, Mr. Diamond is worth roughly 1350 times that of a bank worker.
Methinks not.
Xenophobialand
Not as much as you might think. Communism is by definition the economic mode of production wherein control of the means of production rests in the hands of the proletariat. Have any of the totalitarian "communist" countries achieved such a state? Of course not, because totalitarianism in itself implies total control of whatever brings about power in the complete hands of the government; more specifically, the elite in government. The one (mass control of the economic means of production) is pretty hard to square with the other (elite control of the means of political power, in this case co-equal with economic means of production).
Aerion
Wow that is ridiculous, so they have even more millions than they declare.
They must have served Satan well (joking) but seriously that is ridiculous.
GO TO http://www.aflcio.org/corporatewatch/paywatch/index.cfm
On corporate Pay
WHAT IT SAID TO ME
My friend works at Starbucks. The majority even people in their 30s that workat Starbucks for several years make under $20,000 a year or even less. Many of these people are pregnant, get no perks, but this company has good benefits but still sucks.
In order to equal what the CEO of Starbucks makes compared to my friend's $18,000.
How You Compare
to Your CEO
James L. Donald's compensation could support 564 workers earning your salary.
You would have to work 564 years to equal James L. Donald's 2005 compensation.
You'd better get working, because you can't take a vacation until 2570 A.D.
Above values calculated with
the compensation you entered ($18,000)
How Other Workers
Compare to Your CEO
How many workers could be supported by James L. Donald's $10,156,274 pay package?
10 Nobel prize winners
30 average university presidents
25 U.S. presidents
45 AFL-CIO presidents
94 Chairmen of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
398 average workers
948 minimum-wage earners
How long would it take to equal James L. Donald's total compensation for 2005?
A Nobel prize winner would have to work until 2016 A.D.
An average university president would have to work until 2036 A.D.
The President of the United States would have to work until 2031 A.D.
AFL-CIO President John Sweeney would have to work until 2051 A.D.
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff would have to work until 2100 A.D.
An average worker would have to work until 2404 A.D.
A minimum-wage earner would have to work until 2954 A.D.
PayWatch Fact Sheet
James L. Donald
Starbucks Corporation
2005 Compensation
Salary $887,308
Bonus $1,800,000
Long-Term Incentive Payoffs $0
Restricted Stock Awards $0
Other Compensation $10,074
Value of Stock Option Grants* $7,458,892
Total 2005 Compensation Plus Stock Option Grants
Compensation from Prior Stock Option Grants**
Value of Options Exercised in 2005 $0
Value of Exercisable Options $11,023,000
Value of Unexercisable Options $9,059,000
* Black Scholes present value model as estimated by The Corporate Library.
** Not counted in 2005 compensation totals.
Source: The Corporate Library
CEO-to-Worker Comparisons
James L. Donald Annual: $10,156,274 Weekly: $195,312 Daily: $39,062 Hourly: $4,882 Per Minute:$81
Minimum-Wage Worker Annual: $10,712 Weekly: $206 Daily: $41 Hourly: $5.15 Per Minute: $0.09
Average Worker Annual: $25,501 Weekly: $490 Daily: $98 Hourly: $12.26 Per Minute: $0.20
President of the U.S.A. Annual: $400,000 Weekly: $7,692 Daily: $1,538 Hourly: $192 Per Minute: $3.21
TheImperial IronLegion
Two things, one do you use 1984 as you bible or something.
Number 2 Ther is no such thing as pure democracy, and there is no such thing as pure communism. Take a look at the U.S. Minmum wage, and unons are both communistic ideas. How ever the senate is democratic. In the U.S.S.R. they had some small buisnnnes, captilist, and twords the end they even had a senate. Thers is alo no such thing as pure captilisim.
Also as stated in Animal Farm, some All animals are created equal but some animals are more equal than others. Sorry for the bad spelling I'm tired.
You sound 13
UpwardThrust
That makes it legal not deserving ... I am awful libertarian when it comes to business practices but just because they have the right to earn that obscene salary does not mean they deserve it
You start the OP by trying to justify their actions but when called to defend it you dont defend the morality but the legality ... I wonder if it is intended
You can move. Or get educated.
To quote Clint Eastwood in Unforgiven, "Deserve's got nothin' to do with it."
I don't have a right to a job that I don't get hired for. That's just how it goes. I mean I'd love it if I did. I'd also love it if I had an actual right to marry a girl who rejects me. But that's kind of barbaric.
Check the upper-level incomes for then and now. They're much higher nowadays in comparison with the poorest. The poorest have always been at "living wage" (in the strict sense of being able to sustain life) throughout history, but there were no billionnaires until the early 20th century, and there are far more at the top end (millionnaires and billionnaires) than there were even then. The gap widens. That's really one thing socialism is and has always been concerned about, ever since - in fact - the early 20th century.
Unless you count Royalty, but I include them under State, and States have always been exceptionally wealthy since they get their income at the point of a gun.
Yep. Of course, not all companies are "good" enough to recognize a good employee. But then of course that may be one reason why 50% of start-up businesses fail within some short amount of time.
Some do ... and some dont bother, we have landed a few absolutely top quality people in the educational realm that a few differing companies left hanging and they decided a change of pace was in order.
Few years of absolute solid work with them goes to show that A) those companies did not care about them or B) Did not recognize their true value.
Some do but many do not.
I have seen good people tossed for reasons such as:
The company didn't know what to do with them.
The manager felt threatened.
The employee pointed out flaws.
The company simply just didn't care.
There are far more bad managers then there are good. Especially in the IT world. I am amazed who somebody can be a manager and be technically illiterate.
Agreed though I thank god for places like our BCIS program ... they nailed a few REALLY good linux/networking profs I am doing some work with them lately and they not only have large cluster building projects but they routinely take top 3 in digi-key programming compition (ahead of most comp-sci departments)
Its pretty cool to have at least semi smart IT managers :)
Color me jealous! :D I am doing the same ol thing but I am sneaking in a Beowulf setup. Proof of concept as to the value of parallel processing for our type of software.
A couple engineers pitched it but the management didn't understand it so they shot it down.
We are going to build a system rewrite some of the code and show the difference in times.
That's why I remain at a job I have "top runged out" Manager is damn good. Followed him to this company as well. The previous time I worked for him; he saw something and gave me a chance when several other managers and headhunters said I could only do low level work.
I went from being barely hireable to designing networks.....
Yeah we use a lot of MPI based password cracking software for proof of concept ... I am helping the department rewrite some of it ...
But I dont have much time being that I actualy run the network on campus and teach courses lol
Edit: and everything stays proof of concept here lol ... at least at work :)
However, with the improvement of the economy, and basically standard of living all across the board has allowed 80% of the people to afford product A. Which means that the company rakes in more profit, and thus CEOs get more money.So then the CEO deserves to make more money because of government policy?
Other than just the envy you feel at not making those big bucks, what difference does it make what a CEO gets paid? What difference does it make to you how much a CEO is taxed?
Why should satellite radio be free? Or treated drinking water -- not the bottled kind, it's called evian for a reason. There's a lot of work that goes into providing those services.Because the water shouldn't have been polluted in the first place.
But, if workers were paid millions for doing basic work - Where is the motivation to start your own business? Where is the motivation to create? To innovate? To invent?The motivation to create would come from either enjoying creating things, or from wanting to make your life easier.
Why should there be motivation to create something that there isn't already a demand for?
You're not getting it, are you? Desert (dessert? People spell so poorly that I don't know whether you want sand or a sundae) has a value. It all depends on what a consumer is willing to pay. Forget about the value to society. That doesn't matter. All that matters when a wage is set, is the value the employer places on the services of the employee. That's it. That also explains why a NBA star can command a salary out of all reasonable proportions.
Well, I suppose anecdotes are worth the value you place on them. The fact is that it isn't cheap to replace an employee, so there's very little reason to let a good one go.
You do know that there are other reasons for management to kill a project. It might not fit the core business, there may expenses that you don't see as the R&D engineer, the market may not be right for the product at the present, there may be no R&D money for this...I've had any number of good ideas canned because of the above reasons. It isn't personal, it's business.
That's why I started my own business. That's harder than it looks, too. It was a relief to get bought out.
The Infinite Dunes
And maybe people deserve to be murdered for advocating basic workers' rights in Colombia. Who knows? :)
Pure Metal
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somebody had to post it
somebody had to post itI think somebody already did. I saw that cartoon on this forum only a couple of days ago I think.
Desert (dessert? People spell so poorly that I don't know whether you want sand or a sundae) has a value.
desert = the deservedness of reward or punishment
http://plato.stanford.edu/entries/desert/
Forget about the value to society. That doesn't matter.
well you are the one who brought it up.
we've been cycling through justifications at an amazing clip in this thread. i'm just trying to figure out
1) is there any sort of deserving going on when it comes to compensation?
2) if so, what the hell is that desert claim based on?
(and if no to number 1, it seems that you have to accept the consequence that that means people have no claim on how much of their compensation they are allowed to keep or how restricted they are in using it - they don't deserve it in the first place, but hold it entirely at the sufferance of society)
Did any one look at my sample report?
Translation: Aw damn my all knowing claim isn't the truth.
Replacing employees is easy. Especially in the IT world. "Good" is a matter of opinion. I have seen more then a few managers that want a "good" employee to be a seasoned professional but are only willing to pay a rookies wage. So yes a "good" employee is hard to replace.
I think somebody already did. I saw that cartoon on this forum only a couple of days ago I think.
yeah that's where i got it from, but i thought it was especially relavent to this thread.
You do know that there are other reasons for management to kill a project.
You do know that managers are not all forward thinkers and many do kill things they don't understand right?
It might not fit the core business, there may expenses that you don't see as the R&D engineer, the market may not be right for the product at the present, there may be no R&D money for this...
:D Typical.
No worker could EVER understand the the hidden costs. No engineer would NEVER know the cost of equipment. No engineer EVER chats with customers.
Oh wait many do.
I've had any number of good ideas canned because of the above reasons. It isn't personal, it's business.
Sometimes it's business as that product doesn't fit in with the menu of products.
Sometimes it's personal as in they don't get it so it must be a bad idea.
Warmbuttcheeks
The only problem I have with extremely high paid CEOs and such are the ones whose salaries are completely base salary. Not a penny is based on the performance of the company or a multiple of a percentage of the stock value.
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Activist promotes stalking awareness
Kiera Johnsen | Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Saint Mary’s Belles Against Violence Office (BAVO) hosted Debbie Riddle, who spoke Tuesday evening to promote awareness of stalking. Riddle’s sister Peggy Klinke was stalked by an ex-boyfriend, Patrick Kennedy, who murdered Klinke in 2003. Her murder led to a congressional briefing and declaration of National Stalking Awareness month celebrated every January.
Riddle said the highest rates of stalking occurs between the ages of 18-24.
“When we surveyed college-age women during a nine-month period, which is one year on a college campus, 13 percent of women surveyed reported being stalked,” Riddle said. “So when you apply those numbers to the Saint Mary’s population of just over 1,500 students, at a rate of 13 percent you would have 197 stalking cases. That’s putting 200 women in this room and labeling them as stalking victims.”
Riddle said through her three-year-long relationship with Kennedy, her sister suffered emotional abuse.
“The behavior is cyclical,” she said. “Women that are in an abusive relationship sort of learn to know the ebb and flow of this behavior; it is pretty predicable, but sometimes they don’t know what is going to set them off.
“This is what Peggy lived with. Patrick was very good at removing Peggy from her social circle.”
Riddle said the most critical time for women in abusive relationships is when they decide to leave. She said soon after Peggy left Patrick, he began to stalk her sister.
“Basically [victims] are asking, what is my punishment going to be when we walk away from this? What will he do to me?’” Riddle said. “… She called me and she said ‘you are never going to believe this, you know what he is doing to me? He’s stalking me.’ … What he started with was 55-155 text messages, phone calls every single day. This went on for days; she wouldn’t answer her phone, she wouldn’t respond to text messaging. He began to follow her in his truck, sit outside her work, outside her gym.”
Riddle said stalking includes noncriminal behaviors such as texting, phone calling, leaving music on someone’s voicemail and more — anything that instills fear in a victim.
“The behavior will tend to escalate overtime; it won’t stay consistent,” she said. “It might start out in text messaging and end up in murder.”
Riddle said her sister’s habits as she was stalked illustrate the profound psychological toll stalking may take on its victims.
“No eating, no sleeping, hyper-vigilant, certainly wouldn’t stand in front of any windows, wouldn’t stand in front of a door, wouldn’t answer the door, wouldn’t answer the phone,” Riddle said. “She was very edgy. It seemed like everything scared her. She was afraid of everything. It was so painful to look at her and really not be able to do a thing for her.”
Riddle said even after receiving death threats from Patrick, the police department was reluctant to deal with the case. Riddle shared details about her sister’s final moments spent trapped in her bedroom with her friend Rachel, in a violent confrontation with Patrick.
“Peggy knew this was the end, and I think what Peggy felt was, ‘Thank God this is over. Thank God it’s done,’” she said.
Riddle said telling her sister’s story helps her own healing process.
“I started putting things together, people are coming in and out of the house and I sort of became the spokesperson of our family,” Riddle said. “Every time I told the story, it made my heart heal more and more. I can make the world a safer place for women like you.”
Tags: BAVO, Belles Against Violence Office, Debbie Riddle, National Stalking Awareness Month, Stalking
About Kiera Johnsen
A SoCal native majoring in communications and political science
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Fortunato explodes for half dozen in second half against Michigan
Renee Griffin | Monday, April 13, 2015
No. 13 Notre Dame rolled against Michigan in a 21-12 win at Arlotta Stadium on Sunday afternoon, led by sophomore attack Cortney Fortunato’s six second-half goals.
Ten different Irish players found the back of the net, with sophomore attack Heidi Annaheim and sophomore midfielder Casey Pearsall each recording a hat trick and Fortunato tying a school record for the most goals in one half.
The sophomore was scoreless in the first half before exploding after the break. In one five-minute period, Fortunato beat sophomore Michigan goalie Allison Silber four times, and Notre Dame jumped from an 11-7 lead to a 15-8 advantage.
Amy Ackermann | The Observer
Sophomore Cortney Fortunato cradles the ball down the field during a 17-5 win against Detroit on Feb. 15.
“When defenses start to get too focused on Cortney, I think that everyone around her is doing their job and stepping up,” Irish head coach Christine Halfpenny said. “This week in preparation, Cortney was really taking advantage of her dodges around the zone, and we saw that today. Huge day for Casey and big day for Heidi. I thought that was outstanding to see those two really come alive.”
With 6:15 left in the first half, Notre Dame (9-5, 3-3 ACC) held a slim 5-4 lead. Halfpenny called a timeout, and by the midway break, the Irish were up 7-4 thanks to goals by Annaheim and junior attack Kiera McMullan off the bench.
“We got a little slower start than we wanted to, but I think you have to credit that to Michigan coming out really hard,” Halfpenny said. “Kiera, off the bench, talk about needing a spark in the first half and having a junior come off the bench and give us two important goals.”
The Wolverines (5-9, 0-3 Big Ten) would never recover. The Notre Dame offense went off for 14 goals in the second half, including 5 of 7 free position shots and the milestone half-dozen from Fortunato. Notre Dame closed out the game with a 4-0 run.
“It took us a half to warm up, but towards the end it came back, and we started playing like us again,” Fortunato said. “Going forward, I think we just need to make sure we come out every game starting strong and playing like we have the past few games, and we should be good to go.”
The victory was the third in a row for the Irish after upsets of No. 8 Virginia and No. 6 Syracuse last week. Notre Dame will play the final two games of its regular season at home this week against No. 5 Northwestern and No. 12 Louisville before going into the ACC tournament.
“You hear a lot of people saying we’re heating up at the right time, but the truth is we’re just realizing our potential so we’re not surprised about this,” Halfpenny said. “We knew February was going to take some time to get our chemistry together, and March was battling through and finding our identity, and now in April we’re starting to hit our stride.
“It’s just the natural process of a team growing up throughout the course of a season.”
Halfpenny said she was especially pleased with the team chemistry and cooperation she saw on the field Sunday. It showed on the stat sheet as well, with Irish players collecting 12 assists as a group.
“We’re playing so together right now,” Halfpenny said. “The reality is 21 goals is something else, but 12 helpers is something that we’re even more excited about because that’s tougher to defend.”
Notre Dame’s next challenge is Thursday, when the Wildcats visit Arlotta Stadium at 7 p.m.
Tags: Casey Pearsall, Christine Halfpenny, Cortney Fortunato, Heidi Annaheim, Kiera McMullan, Michigan
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After announcing a partnership last year that allowed subscribers to pay only $12.99 for Hulu and Spotify combined, the two companies are now sweetening the pot. They have just announced that for a limited time, subscribers of Spotify Premium will get Hulu for free.
Anyone who subscribes before June 10th will get access to this deal indefinitely. That means as long as you opt in before that date, you’re set. Now this combined plan doesn’t come without any catches, because why wouldn’t there be?
The plan restricts you from adding on any channels like HBO or Showtime to your account. So that means no Game of Thrones for you. The plan is pretty bare bones, which brings us to our next catch.
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