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OnePlus 5T Sandstone White variant is launched, finally!
We saw this coming, and while some us even expected a Sandstone Black version of the OnePlus 5T, for now, we are going to see the White one that is the same as the Star Wars Edition sans the Star Wars logo on the back.
The first Sandstone phone that was launched by OnePlus was back when they launched their first phone, the OnePlus One. It again made an appearance in the Styleswap covers but finally, the company has come up with a variant that has a metal plate inside and the Sandstone finish on the outside. The OnePlus 5T Sandstone White is official, with the only difference from Star Wars Edition being that the logo is removed.
OnePlus explains about how the new variant was made.
This limited-edition device undergoes four increasingly complex processes before it’s ready to hit the market, each of which was designed to ensure both a visually stunning sense of style and an incredible feel. First, we sandblast the aluminum alloy and apply a primer for added protection. A color temperature layer ensures the white tones are balanced and natural. Next, we apply a blend of natural minerals and white oil paint, lending the device its stunning blend of white and gray tones and signature Sandstone feel. Finally, UV light is used to refine the texture of the phone and ensure hardness and durability.
In the U.S. market, the phone is going to be available from January 9, at 10AM ET/ 10AM CET/ 10AM GMT, but while we are not sure yet of the availability in the other markets, JD.com in China has listed the device with the price tag of CNY 3,499.
The OnePlus 5T was launched in November 2017 and it came with the 6-inch Full HD+ display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 mobile platform, options having 6GB and 8GB RAM, and 128GB internal storage. The phone also had the dual-lens rear camera setup and a 3300 mAh battery powers the device.
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OnePlus 6T with 6.41-inch display, in-display fingerprint sensor launched in India
OnePlus Exclusive service centers launched in Bangalore, Chennai & Hyderabad
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Smartron srt.phone officially launched in India, priced from Rs. 12999
Smartron has launched its new smartphone dedicated for the fans of the company’s investor and brand ambassador Sachin Tendulkar. Named as the srt.phone, the smartphone, according to the person himself, is to bring him closer to his fans in the second innings of his life after taking retirement from the cricket career.
The srt.phone will have a few backplates to choose from and these will have Sachin Tendulkar’s chosen pictures printed. It is a plastic back and even though it is removable, it gives access to the slots for SIM cards but you cannot pull out the battery from the device. As for the specs, the Smartron srt.phone has a 5.5-inch Full HD display, and internally, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 processor powers it along with 3GB / 4GB of RAM and 64GB internal storage (of which, about 58GB is available to the user).
The device has a fingerprint sensor on the back and the speaker grill is located on the bottom. On the front, there are backlit dots representing the navigation buttons below the display, and on the top, the 5MP selfie camera, earpiece and the sensors are adjacent to each other. The phone has a 13-megapixel rear camera with LED flash. The Smartron srt.phone runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat OS with some of the taste of TronX included as well. Google Assistant is already running on it.
A 3000 mAh battery powers the phone and it has support for Quick charging with the USB Type-C connectivity and the quick charger is included in the box. The phone is priced at Rs. 12999 for the 3GB RAM variant and Rs. 13999 for the 4GB RAM variant. The phone will be available exclusively on Flipkart and while the company says there won’t be offline sales anytime soon, the phone will be marketed both online and offline to reach a bigger number of people.
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Gionee A1 Review - Proves its worth with selfies and battery, only!
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Home Firms Cuatrecasas Paul Hitchings
Paul Hitchings
Cuatrecasas
Paul is a partner in the litigation department of Cuatrecasas, Gonçalves Pereira in Madrid. He is a qualified Spanish and English lawyer. His specialist areas are private enforcement of competition law and telecommunications law. He also has experience in the area of competition litigation in different fora, including Spain, England and Wales, France and Italy. He has been involved inter alia in the carbon cartel litigation before the English and French courts, the current MasterCard interchange litigation in London and ongoing litigation arising out of the Spanish fruit packaging cartel in Italy.
He was lead counsel in the first favourable award of damages for breach of competition law in Spain (Conduit v Telefónica) and is currently defending two multinational companies in cartel damages claims in Spain. He recently led the Cuatrecasas team which, along with RBB Economics, produced a study on pass-on for the European Commission in preparation of the forthcoming guidelines for national judges. Clients in the area of private enforcement include: Deutsche Bahn, SNCF, Cepsa, and Hertz.
He speaks fluent English, Spanish and French. He is a registered mediator with Fundación Notarial Signum.
Email: paul.hitchings@cuatrecasas.com |
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http://www.cuatrecasas.com
Publications with contributions by Cuatrecasas
Data Protection Laws and Regulations - Portugal
Pharmaceutical Advertising Laws and Regulations - Portugal
Securitisation Laws and Regulations - Spain
Project Finance Laws and Regulations - Spain
Lending & Secured Finance Laws and Regulations - Spain
Banking Laws and Regulations - Spain
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Gerald A. Perreira - Archive
CNN Breaks Story on Slave Trade in Libya; French Government Voices Concern for African Migrants By Gerald A. Perreira, November 26, 2017
Remembering Muammar Qaddafi and the Great Libyan Jamahiriya By Gerald A. Perreira, October 24, 2017
Resistance in Libya: Imperialism will be buried in Africa By Gerald A. Perreira, September 21, 2011
NATO will be Defeated in Libya By Gerald A. Perreira, July 14, 2011
In the Theater of the Absurd: US-NATO Support “Al Qaeda in Libya” By Gerald A. Perreira, May 14, 2011
British Intelligence Worked with Al Qaeda to Kill Qaddafi By Gerald A. Perreira, March 25, 2011
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Russia, West have 10 years for full accord on missile defense - Medvedev
13:47 30/11/2010 MOSCOW, November 30 (RIA Novosti) - Russia and the West must reach a suitable agreement on the issue of missile defense in the next decade otherwise Moscow will have to adopt and deploy new strategic weapons, President Dmitry Medvedev said on Tuesday.
"We are facing the following alternative in the next ten years: either we reach an agreement on missile defense and create a fully-fledged joint mechanism of cooperation, or if we fail to do so, a new round of arms race will start, and we will have to adopt decisions on the deployment of new strategic weapons," Medvedev said.
Moscow has retained staunch opposition to the deployment of NATO missile-defense systems near its borders, claiming they would be a security threat and destroy the strategic balance of forces in Europe.
Medvedev said that the proposed European missile defense network must guarantee the security of all countries on the continent.
The president earlier said Russia was ready to participate in a joint missile defense shield in Europe only on principles of equality and responsibility.
Russia and NATO agreed at a recent NATO-Russia summit in Lisbon to formulate terms for missile defense cooperation by June 2011.
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GoDaddy teams up with Indian superstar Mithun Chakraborty
By Andrea Rowland March 21, 2014
Go Dada
GoDaddy today launched its latest integrated marketing campaign featuring the three-time National Film Award winner – Mithun Chakraborty. The multi-channel campaign aims to educate small businesses in India about the real-world benefits of getting a website, and comprises two TV ads along with search, display, email and social media marketing.
“I believe the Internet offers amazing possibilities. Today’s small businesses have the potential to become the driving force for our economy.” ~ Mithun Chakraborty
The Indian TV commercials star Chakraborty introducing small biz owners — including the proprietors of a bakery and a leather shop — to GoDaddy. The energetic spots put a Bollywood spin on the technology that can help SMBs take it to the next level, as the “Disco King” (whose been described as a cross between Elvis and John Travolta) teaches them how to celebrate their success.
See the commercials below, and read more about this exciting news on our official press release!
Andrea Rowland
A former small business owner and newspaper journalist, and a published nonfiction author, Andrea Rowland helps craft compelling communications for small businesses and web pros through her work as managing editor of the GoDaddy Garage. When she's not writing or editing, she likes to experiment with baking, travel, read, and dip her toes in the ocean.
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LAS VEGAS VICTIMS' FUND
$11,874,100 of $15.0M goal
Raised by 88,341 people in 21 months
No Longer Accepting Donations
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Steve Sisolak
on behalf of Las Vegas Victims' Fund
Las Vegas shooting LAS VEGAS, NV
I'm Steve Sisolak, Clark County Commission Chair from Las Vegas. We are raising funds to assist the victims of the tragic Las Vegas shooting.
Funds will be used to provide relief and financial support to the victims and families of the horrific Las Vegas mass shooting.
EDIT - February 23, 2018
For the latest information, please check the “Updates” tab on this page.
Many thanks to you all for your support.
Donations to this fund are now closed so that the Las Vegas Victims’ Fund Committee can collect all final contributions and begin making distributions to victims in early March, according to the Protocol adopted by the Las Vegas Victims’ Fund. Further details and the Protocol can be found on the Las Vegas Victims’ Fund website: https://lasvegasvictimsfund.org/.
If you were affected by the 1 October event and need assistance, please contact the Vegas Strong Resiliency Center, which provides mental health, legal and other services for those impacted:
Email: vegasstrongresiliencycenter@clarkcountynv.gov
Address: 1524 Pinto Lane in Las Vegas near Martin Luther King Boulevard
Hours: 10-7 a.m. Monday-Friday excluding holidays
Phone: (702) 455-AIDE (2433) or 1-833-299-AIDE
Website: https://vegasstrongrc.org/
If you would like to be part of the ongoing healing and rebuilding efforts in our community, please consider supporting one of the following charities:
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Foundation – provides funding for advanced officer and reality-based training, post 10/1 trauma counseling for officers and other First Responders, technology and equipment for LVMPD, community safety programs, scholarships for the children of officers and a scholarship fund for the children of Officer Charleston Hartfield:
Website: https://lvmpdfoundation.org/
Contact: Executive Director Tom Kovach
Las Vegas Injured Police Officers Fund—supports officers and families of wounded and fallen officers:
Website: https://ipof.vegas/
Contact: Assistant Sheriff Brett Zimmerman
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Thank you again for your ongoing support.
The Las Vegas Victims Fund now has 501c3 status, so the Direct Impact Fund will be directing all funds raised to that new non-profit, where the October 1 committee will manage and distribute the funds. Moving forward, please direct all questions to the contact form on their website: https://lasvegasvictimsfund.org/contact/
The new Las Vegas Victims Fund website ( https://lasvegasvictimsfund.org) also has the latest on resources and distribution, and should serve as your main source of information moving forward. Fundraising will remain open on this page at least through January 31, 2018.
Moving forward, if you would like to donate offline, please mail checks made out to “Las Vegas Victims Fund" to:
900 South Pavilion Center Drive
All donations previously made to the Nevada State Bank account or by check will be sent by the Direct Impact Fund to the Las Vegas Victims Fund. You will receive a tax receipt by the end of the year for any contribution made to the Nevada State Bank account, mailed to the Green Valley Pkwy address, or made online through this page.
Your support in this time of crisis has been invaluable and comforting. Thank you.
It is incredible to see the ways supporters and donors have stepped up in the wake of 1 October. Donations have come in from all 50 US states, nearly 20,000 from Nevada alone, and donors from more than 80 different countries have contributed. Your messages of support, encouragement, and solidarity have shown us to be a truly global #VegasStrong community. We appreciate it deeply.
Commissioner Sisolak and Sheriff Lombardo have generously donated the domain name “LasVegasVictimsFund.org” to a newly-formed Nevada nonprofit corporation, the Las Vegas Victims Fund, which will oversee a fair, transparent and expeditious public process for the distribution of your gifts to victims of the 1 October event. Donations are still needed, and are still being collected on this site. Checks can also still be made out to "Las Vegas Victims Fund" and mailed to:
Las Vegas Victims Fund
1000 N Green Valley Pkwy, #440-184
A revamping of the LasVegasVictimsFund.org site is also underway.
The Las Vegas Victims Fund is a Nevada non-profit corporation which was created to oversee the consolidation and distribution of funds contributed in response to the shootings at the site of the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada, on October 1, 2017 (1 October). 100% of the funds contributed to and distributed by the LVVF will go directly to the families of the decedents and the victims of 1 October.
The LVVF is overseen by a committee consisting of 16 individuals representing the Las Vegas community. The committee includes representatives from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, major donors to the LVVF, Catholic Charities, victims’ advocates, mental health professionals, lawyers, the resort industry and charitable organizations, among others. All officers, directors, committee members and consultants will serve without compensation, and all services necessary for the operation of the LVVF will be contributed free of charge.
The committee is being assisted by The Feinberg Group and the National Compassion Fund to adopt the protocol, pursuant to which claims can be made, prioritized, and processed, and funds can be distributed. The LVVF’s mission is to quickly, efficiently and fairly distribute the funds that have been, and will be, contributed to assist the victims of 1 October.
In the near future, the LVVF Committee will disseminate a Draft Protocol setting forth the proposed rules for the distribution of the funds. The Draft Protocol, once released, will be available at the new www.LasVegasVictimsFund.org site. It will also include the timing and location of Town Hall meetings to discuss and receive comments from all interested parties on the Draft Protocol. The LVVF Committee welcomes your participation and comments.
The Las Vegas Victims’ Fund Committee members are:
All funds raised will go to the Las Vegas Victims Fund - a project of the Direct Impact Fund, an independent, registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Donations from U.S. donors are tax deductible. Tax receipts for donors will be sent in the coming weeks.
If you'd like to donate via check, please make the check out to "Las Vegas Victims Fund" and mail to:
You can also visit any Nevada State Bank branch to make a donation to the Las Vegas Victims’ Fund: https://www.nsbank.com/locations/index.jsp
If you'd like to make a large contribution outside of this page, please get in touch through the envelope icon to connect with our team.
More updates on how to apply to receive benefits from the Las Vegas Victims Fund will follow in the coming days. Please continue to check this campaign for information.
For additional information visit:
https://redrock.clarkcountynv.gov/FAC/index.html
https://www.fbi.gov/resources/victim-assistance/seeking-victim-information/assistance-for-victims-of-the-harvest-music-festival-shooting-in-las-vegas
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"Fish" is the name of a side bet in golf that involves making the first birdie of the round, the longest birdie putt, and the most overall birdies.
If your group doesn't make a lot of birdies, then you'll need to use handicaps and net scores to make Fish a fun game.
Here's how Fish works with in a group of two, three or four golfers:
There are three bets involved in Fish. Each bet carries it own dollar amount, typically the same for each but your group can vary the amounts if you wish.
The golfer who makes the first birdie in your group wins the first bet.
The golfer who makes the longest birdie putt during the round wins the second bet.
The golfer who makes the most total birdies during the round wins the third bet.
First, longest, most. Fish can be played as a standalone bet, but is most commonly combined with other, similar betting games, so that the group is playing multiple betting games at the same time.
Why is a game that involves birdies named "Fish"? Because this bet originated among anglers. In the angling world, the three bets are for catching the first fish, catching the biggest fish and catching the most fish.
Do eagles count in Fish, since it's based on birdies? Many groups that play Fish count an eagle as worth two birdies. Your group can do that, or count an eagle as a birdie for the purposes of the game, or decide that eagles don't count. It's up to you.
One tip: Before any golfer in your group has a birdie putt, be sure that everyone in the group agrees on the distance, and if the ball goes in, write down the distance. That will help later in case there are any disputes about who had the longest birdie putt.
And if a tiebreaker is needed, add up the total distance of the tied golfers' birdie putts to break it.
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US TRACKS In the late 1800s, the greyhound was imported to America to help Midwestern farmers control the jackrabbit, a noted crop destroyer. With the advent of the greyhound in America, coursing events soon followed... read more »
UK TRACKS The sport in began at Belle Vue, Manchester, in 1926 and became hugely popular as it spread the length and breadth of the British Isles. Back the, it was much in vogue to be seen in greyhound races... read more »
Greyhound racing, as we know it today, evolved from an old sport called coursing, in which a dog runs after a live game animal - usually a rabbit or hare.
Scenes of what seem to be coursing have been found on Egyptian tombs. These scenes date back to 2500 BC and the dogs depicted looked very much like modern greyhounds.
Greyhounds are brilliant hunting dogs because of their speed and vision. Greyhounds can run up to 45 miles an hour. But unlike most hunting dogs, greyhounds don't have an acute sense of smell. Instead of smelling a prey, greyhounds tend to chase moving objects, which they can spot from long distances.
Coursing was originally a sport that exhibited a single greyhound's skill in sighting and catching a game animal.
During the 16th century, coursing became a competitive sport, with two dogs matched against one another in a race for the game. The owners of the dogs usually had a sizeable bet on the result. At some coursing races, spectators also gathered and placed side bets on one dog or the other.
The first official coursing meet was held in 1776 at Swaffham, Norfolk, England. The rules of the Swaffham Coursing Society specified that only two greyhounds were to course a single hare and that the hare was to be given a head start of 240 yards.
Greyhound racing with an artificial lure was introduced at Hendon, England, on September 11, 1876. Six dogs raced over a 400-yard straight course, chasing an artificial hare riding on "an apparatus like a skate on wheels" along a single track, according to a newspaper account.
Called "coursing by proxy," the race drew little interest and the idea was abandoned. But it was revived 31 years later in the United States.
List of US Greyhound Tracks
Geneva Lakes
Hindsdale
Naples-Fort Myers
Raynham / Taunton
Sanford-Orlando
Shoreline Star
Valley Race Park
Victoryland
Wheeling Downs
List of UK Greyhound Tracks
Brighton / Hove
Brough Park
Meadow Court
Monmore
Pelaw Grange
Perry Barr
Shawfield
Greyhound-Racing.info is your source for information on North American and UK greyhound racing.
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Torquay United 1-1 Grimsby Town
AN OMAR Bogle penalty earned a draw for Grimsby Town at Torquay United and extended their unbeaten run to 11 games.
The Mariners started positively at Plainmoor but went behind against the run of play when Tyrone Marsh opened the scoring for the hosts seven minutes before half-time.
Town hit back 12 minutes from time when Bogle scored from the spot after being fouled by keeper Fabian Spiess.
After that, Shaun Pearson and substitute Jack Mackreth both went close but Town were unable to force a winner.
Grimsby boss Paul Hurst stuck with the same XI that finished the 7-0 demolition of Halifax in midweek, meaning Marcus Marshall kept his place after coming on for the injured Andy Monkhouse against the Shaymen.
James McKeown started in goal, with Richard Tait, Pearson, Toto Nsiala and Connor Townsend in defence.
Nathan Arnold, Craig Disley, Craig Clay and Marshall were the midfielders, with Bogle and Padraig Amond continuing in attack after contributing six of Tuesday’s seven goals between them.
Jon-Paul Pittman made a return to the bench after injury and was joined there by Scott Brown, Mackreth, Danny East and Ben Tomlinson.
Torquay were looking for the win that could take them out of the relegation zone, depending on other results, while the Mariners were looking to make up further ground on the teams at the top of the table.
A foul on Marshall brought the first yellow card for Durrell Berry on three minutes after Town had made a lively start to the game but the resulting free kick from McKeown did not lead to any danger for the home defence.
Marshall then got past Berry but was unable to make it count, running the ball out for a goal kick.
The same two were involved again at the other end on eight minutes, with Berry sending a ball across the Town box that was cut out by Marshall.
Arnold had a long-range shot saved by home keeper Spiess a minute later, before Townsend sped down the left to work an opening for Clay, who could not control the ball inside the penalty area.
Bogle went close after a run from the right soon afterwards but he was thwarted by Spiess, who saved the striker’s shot.
Disley then headed wide after the ball had been returned into the Torquay box following another run by Bogle as the Mariners continued to make the early running.
Torquay had an opportunity through Courtney Richards on the quarter-hour but his powerful drive was pushed away from goal by McKeown.
At the other end, a Townsend cross from the left took a deflection off a home defender on its way through to Amond, who put his header over the bar.
Alex Fisher saw a shot saved by McKeown after a quick break by Torquay on 20 minutes, then a foul on Bogle brought about a Town free kick, which eventually led to another for a handball.
Torquay had come into the game after Grimsby’s good start and they had the chance to send another free kick into the Town box on 25 minutes when Richards was fouled by Amond, although it caused no problems.
Townsend was the next to be penalised but again, the Mariners were able to deal with the resulting free kick.
A Town free kick soon afterwards was taken quickly and eventually led to the first corner of the game. Arnold took it but his ball from the flag evaded Nsiala and went out of play for a goal kick.
Bogle won a second corner a minute after the half-hour but Bogle could not get enough contact on the ball from Arnold to trouble Spiess, who collected it comfortably.
Another attack by the Mariners came down the left soon afterwards but Marshall’s cross did not find a team-mate.
Town kept going forward and after playing a one-two with Townsend, Marshall sent a cross over that was just too far ahead of Amond, sliding in at the far post.
Disley was the next to shoot but his effort was blocked for a corner, which was eventually cleared after Marshall got a touch to Arnold’s delivery.
Defender Angus MacDonald had to hook the ball off the line from Grimsby’s next attack, with the visitors pushing for an opening goal.
But when that first goal came on 38 minutes, it went against the run of play. Town failed to deal with a ball into their box after a throw-in and after it went up in the air, MARSH got to it first and beat McKeown.
The hosts were buoyed by the goal and they went looking for another one when Fisher sent a ball into the box but he could not find Marsh and it went out for a goal kick.
A foul on Bogle gave Town a free kick in a central position but the ball was cleared after Arnold had sent it into the penalty area.
James Hurst was off-target with a shot from outside the box for the home side, then after the game moved into two minutes of stoppage time, Nsiala had to concede a corner, which led to Townsend having to clear off the line.
That proved to be the last notable action of the first half, which ended with Town a goal behind.
No changes were made before the restart and it was Torquay who made the better start to the second half, having finished the opening period the stronger.
Marsh had the home side’s first opportunity of the half after a good build-up but he could not capitalise.
Townsend became the first Town player to be yellow-carded after being spoken to by the referee following an off-the-ball push.
Nsiala followed him into the referee’s notebook just after the hour for a foul and the resulting free kick had to be touched behind for a corner by Townsend.
Town made the first change soon afterwards, with Marshall making way for Mackreth.
Torquay’s Hurst was booked for a foul on Tait, before the right-back was also shown a yellow card after leading with his arm.
Town’s first attack of note in the second half came with 15 minutes left and saw Mackreth have a cross turned behind by Angus MacDonald for a corner. Pittman replaced Amond before it was taken, then when the ball came across, it was headed back across goal by Nsiala but Disley could only turn it wide from close range.
The Mariners were handed a route back into the game on 78 minutes, when Bogle was brought down by keeper Spiess, who was booked. The referee pointed to the penalty spot and BOGLE stepped up to put the ball into the net from 12 yards and level the scores.
Shepherd Murombedzi replaced Hurst for the hosts with nine minutes to go and with Town now looking to grab a second goal.
Mackreth had a header blocked on the line by Torquay player-manager Kevin Nicholson, before Spiess got to the rebound from Pittman, at the expense of a corner.
The flag-kick also almost led to a goal, with Pearson the man to be denied by a clearance off the line.
Arnold won another corner on 86 minutes as Town continued to push forward but Spiess punched the ball clear from it.
A Townsend cross was cleared after it had been headed back across goal, before Torquay’s second change saw Ashley Yeoman come on for Fisher.
Five added minutes were signalled by the fourth official and Torquay looked to create an opportunity with a cross which was headed away for a throw-in by Nsiala.
A spell of Town pressure then came, ending with Pittman dragging a shot across goal and out of play for a goal kick.
Torquay were given a free kick in the final seconds of the game for a foul by Tait but the ball was headed up into the air by Disley and when it was put back into the box, a foul on Townsend relieved the pressure on the Grimsby defence.
That proved to be the last action of the game, meaning both sides had to settle for a point.
Town are next in action when they travel to Harrogate Town in the FA Cup on Saturday
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About Twelve
Marissa Mayer and the Fight to Save Yahoo!
by Nicholas Carlson
A page-turning narrative about Marissa Mayer’s efforts to remake Yahoo as well as her own rise from Stanford University undergrad to CEO of a $30 billion corporation by the age of 38.
When Yahoo hired star Google executive Mayer to be its CEO in 2012 employees rejoiced. They put posters on the walls throughout Yahoo’s California headquarters. On them there was Mayer’s face and one word: HOPE. But one year later, Mayer sat in front of those same employees in a huge cafeteria on Yahoo’s campus and took the beating of her life. Her hair wet and her tone defensive, Mayer read and answered a series of employee-posed questions challenging the basic elements of her plan. There was anger in the room and, behind it, a question: Was Mayer actually going to be able to do this thing?
MARISSA MAYER AND THE FIGHT TO SAVE YAHOO! is the inside story of how Yahoo got into such awful shape in the first place, Marissa Mayer’s controversial rise at Google, and her desperate fight to save an Internet icon.
In August 2011 hedge fund billionaire Daniel Loeb took a long look at Yahoo and decided to go to war with its management and board of directors. Loeb then bought a 5% stake and began a shareholder activist campaign that would cost the jobs of three CEOs before he finally settled on Google’s golden girl Mayer to unlock the value lurking in the company. As Mayer began to remake Yahoo from a content company to a tech company, an internal civil war erupted.
In author Nicholas Carlson’s capable hands, this riveting book captures Mayer’s rise and Yahoo’s missteps as a dramatic illustration of what it takes to grab the brass ring in Silicon Valley. And it reveals whether it is possible for a big lumbering tech company to stay relevant in today’s rapidly changing business landscape.
Genre: Nonfiction / Business & Economics / Industries / Media & Communications
On Sale: January 6th 2015
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7 muscle cars before the GTO
by Scott Oldham //
Many say Pontiac invented the muscle car in 1964 when it introduced the Pontiac GTO. Jim Wangers disagrees.
Many consider Wangers the “the father of the GTO.” In 1964, he was a Senior Account Executive at Pontiac’s ad agency and an avid drag racer, both on the street and the track. Wangers used his automotive passion and marketing genius to make GTO a household name. He created the Pontiac’s legendary magazine ads, hired Ronny and the Daytonas to sing the pop hit Little GTO, and it was Wangers who sent Car and Driver a GTO powered by a larger-than-stock 421-cubic-inch engine for a road test cover story. He knew the car’s 0–60 mph time of 4.6 seconds was hogwash, but it put the car on the map.
Wangers, however, credits the Chrysler Corporation with the invention of the muscle car years earlier. “They were named the Plymouth Fury, the Dodge D-500, and the Desoto Adventurer,” he writes in his memoir, Glory Days: When Horsepower and Passion Ruled Detroit, published in 1998. “The most interesting thing about each of these cars was that, taking horsepower and weight into consideration, Chrysler was actually marketing the first true musclecars, almost 10 years ahead of their time.”
And Chrysler wasn’t alone. Between the introduction of these mid-1950s Mopars and the 1964 GTO there were other muscle cars trolling the boulevard—from Chevy, Ford, and others, even Pontiac. Here’s our list of top seven muscle cars that came before the GTO defined the segment:
1961 Chevy Impala SS
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Why Chevy’s engineers did not put their big W-motor in their smaller 1964 model, the Chevelle, is still a mystery. Chevy was at the cutting edge of street performance at the time and was enjoying the success of the Impala SS 409 since 1961. It was packing 360 horsepower (and 409 lb-ft of torque), which got bumped to 380 hp the following year with a single four-barrel, and 409 hp with two four-barrel carbs. By 1963, the dual-quad 409 was juiced with up to 425 hp and dressed with chrome valve covers and air cleaner (also the Z11 427, a special package for drag racers, was available).
Chevy actually offered the 409 engine without the SS package, but the Impala SS was sexy. It wasn’t just fast, it had image, wore cool badges, and it was one the first Chevys to offer bucket seats and a console. It was such a sensation the Beach Boys sang about the dual-quad 409 long before Ronnie and the Daytonas were taking a GTO out to Pomona to let ‘em know, yeah yeah.
1957 Plymouth Fury V-800
Before Wangers was promoting Pontiac’s performance image, he was working his marketing magic hyping Mopar’s first muscle cars, first creating provocative ads for the 260-hp 1956 Dodge D-500 and then the even hotter 1957 Plymouth Fury V-800. These cars were not Hemi powered. The 318-cu-in engine used what Chrysler called a polyspherical cylinder head, and the V-800 model was packing a dual-quad 290 hp version of the V-8. Wanger’s magazine ad depicted the big-finned Fury outrunning a small-block powered 1957 Chevy at the dragstrip.
Wangers wrote in his memoir, “The ad was designed to promote the Fury as a performance car on both the street and the drag strip.” The ad went on to describe the Fury’s new “racing type” torsion-bar front suspension, which helped the 1957 Fury win Motor Trend’s Car of the Year. The V-800 engine had over 9:1 compression and cost an additional $245. It was available in any body style, but the two-door Fury hardtop was by far the sexiest with its signature gold spear that ran down its flanks.
1961 Pontiac Catalina
By 1961, high performance was driving the industry and Pontiac’s resurgence from the brink of demise was in full swing. It started with the fuel-injected 1957 Bonneville and picked up steam with the all-new Bonneville and wide-track marketing that hit in 1959. In 1961 you could walk into a Pontiac dealer and buy a bubbletop Catalina on sexy eight-lug aluminum wheels, the industry’s first, and a 348-hp 389-cu-in V-8 with 10.75:1 compression, three two-barrel carburetors, a four-speed stick and factory installed tachometer.
It wasn’t the Super Duty 421-powered Catalina that Wangers was drag racing with the gang from Royal Pontiac, a performance oriented dealership in Royal, Michigan, in both the Super Stock manual and automatic classes. But it was close. And a 1961 tri-power Catalina became the first Royal Bobcat Pontiac, modified by the dealership for the street with thin head gaskets, progressive carburetor linkage, larger carb jets, recurved distributor, blocked intake manifold heat risers, and specific valve adjustment.
1961 Ford Starliner
1961 Ford Galaxie Starliner
When most people think about Ford street performance in the early 1960s, they think of the Galaxie. But before the Galaxie there was the 1961 Starliner. It was two-door hardtop model and had a sexy fastback roofline with thin C-pillars, a large backlight, and slick aero for Ford’s NASCAR and USAC teams. It was also the only Ford that could be ordered with an optional performance package that created one of Ford’s first muscle cars.
For $109, the package added Ford’s FE 390 big-block with over 10.5:1 compression, a solid lifter camshaft, a special heavy duty block, and magnafluxed crank, pistons, and connecting rods. The engine was rated 375 hp at 6000 rpm, and Ford fitted special valve train components to handle the high-rpm. According to the book Ford Total Performance, written by Martyn L. Schorr, you could replace the 390’s four-barrel carburetor with a tri-power setup available at Ford dealers for $260 plus installation. It would drive the power up to 401 hp. These special Starliners were only available with manual transmissions.
1955 Chrysler C-300
For many, this is the first muscle car. The first of Chrysler’s letter series cars, the C-300 was so named because its Fireflite 331-cu-in Hemi V-8 produced 300 hp. That’s 120 hp more than you got in a 1955 Chevrolet with the new small-block V-8 with four-barrel carb. (It was rated 195 hp in the Corvette.) This was America’s most powerful car in 1955. Heck, it was America’s most powerful car up to that point, and the letter cars would only get more power over the next few years.
The C-300 dominated NASCAR in 1955, which was really the point, but these big beautiful cars were also king of the street. According to a test published in Mechanix Illustrated and written by legendary auto writer Uncle Tom McCahill, the man credited with popularizing 0–60 mph as a standardized measure of performance, the C-300 could sprint to that speed in just 9.8 seconds and could touch 130 mph.
1962 Pontiac Catalina SD-421
The GTO was still two years away, but Pontiac was already selling some of America’s hottest machines. And the youth market was responding. Pontiac was now among America’s best-selling car brands, and in 1962 it cranked up the performance further, building 162 aluminum front-end 421 Super Duty Catalinas.
These were lightweight drag race specials, but many found their way to the street. And with 405 hp at 5600 rpm, they were hard to beat, even weighing in at 3800 pounds. The drag-spec SD-421 was packing 11:1 compression, dual quads, an aluminum intake manifold, and factory aluminum headers. The only transmission offered was a Borg-Warner T10 4-speed, and the standard rear axle ratio was 4.30:1. In street trim these cars were capable of low 13s at over 100 mph in the quarter mile. Prepped for the strip they could run mid-twelves.
1962 Dodge Dart 413 Max Wedge
1962 Dodge Dart 300 with a 413 Max Wedge
Released on March 4, 1963, the Beach Boys legendary hit Shut Down depicts a street race between a new split-window fuel-injected Sting Ray and a Max Wedge 413-powered Dodge Dart. As the lyrics go, “Declining numbers at an even rate, at the count of one we both accelerate, my Sting Ray is light, its slicks are starting to spin, but the 413s really diggin’ in.”
Considering the 1963 Corvette is one of the most beautiful cars of all time and the 1962 Dodge Dart is absolutely not, the Beach Boys’ decision to pit the Mopar as the Vette’s adversary speaks of the 413’s significance on the performance scene at the time. There were two versions of the Ramcharger 413 engine (Plymouth called it the Super Stock 413), one with 13.5:1 compression rated at 420 hp and a more streetable combination with 11:1 compression that was rated at 410 hp—still much more than the 360-hp Corvette. Both used dual quads and unique cross-ram intake manifolds with long runners to increase mid-range horsepower. Unfortunately, Dodge only built a little over 200 in 1962.
In 1963 Mopar cranked up the cubic inches to 426, increasing horsepower by five (wink wink). These engines are referred to as Max Wedge and they dominated Super Stock racing for a spell, running low 12s.
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DISP 1
DISP 1.10B Payment services and electronic money c...
DISP 1.10B.1D 13/01/2018 RP
1Once a year a credit institution that provides payment services or issues electronic money must provide the FCA with a complete report concerning complaints received about payment services and electronic money.
Once a year an electronic money institution, an EEA authorised electronic money institution, a payment institution, a registered account information service provider or an EEA registered account information service provider must provide the FCA with a complete report concerning complaints received about payment services and electronic money.
The report required by (1) and (2) must be set out in the format in DISP 1 Annex 1AD.
DISP 1.10B.2G 13/01/2018 RP
In contrast to the other provisions in DISP 1 which generally apply only to complaints from eligible complainants, the complaints reporting directions apply in addition to complaints from payment service users that are not eligible complainants.
Payment service providers are reminded that regulation 101 of the Payment Services Regulations contains requirements relating to complaints resolution procedures applicable to complaints from payment service users that are not eligible complainants.
Forwarded complaints
A respondent must not include in the report a complaint that has been forwarded in its entirety to another respondent under the complaints forwarding rules.
Where a respondent has forwarded to another respondent only part of a complaint or where two respondents may be jointly responsible for a complaint, then the complaint should be reported by both respondents.
Joint Reports
Respondents that are part of a group may submit a joint report to the FCA. The joint report must contain the information required from all respondents concerned and clearly indicate the respondents on whose behalf the report is submitted. The obligation to provide a report, and the responsibility for the report, remains with each respondent in the group.
Not all the respondents in the group need to submit the report jointly. Respondents should only consider submitting a joint report if it is logical to do so, for example, where the firms have a common central complaints handling team and the same accounting reference date.
DISP 1 Annex 1AD requires, for the relevant reporting period and in respect of particular categories of products:
in Table 1, information about the total number of complaints received by the respondent and the cause of the complaint;
in Table 2, information about the number of complaints that were:
closed or upheld within different periods of time; and
the total amount of redress paid by the respondent in relation to complaints upheld and not upheld in the relevant reporting period; and
in Table 3, information providing context about the complaints received.
When completing the return, the respondent should take into account the following matters.
If a complaint could fall into more than one category, the complaint should be recorded in the category which the respondent considers to form the main part of the complaint.
Under DISP 1.10B.7D(2)(a), a respondent should report information relating to all complaints which are closed and upheld within the relevant reporting period, including those resolved under DISP 1.5 (Complaints resolved by close of the third business day). Where a complaint is upheld in part, or where the respondent does not have enough information to make a decision yet chooses to make a goodwill payment to the complainant, a respondent should treat the complaint as upheld for reporting purposes. However, where a respondent rejects a complaint, yet chooses to make a goodwill payment to the complainant, the complaint should be recorded as ‘rejected’.
If a respondent reports on the amount of redress paid under DISP 1.10B.7D(2)(b) redress should be interpreted to include an amount paid, or cost borne, by the firm, where a cash value can be readily identified, and should include:
amounts paid for distress and inconvenience;
a free transfer out to another provider which transfer would normally be paid for;
goodwill payments and goodwill gestures;
interest on delayed settlements;
waiver of an excess on an insurance policy; and
payments to put the complainant back into the position the complainant should have been in had the act or omission not occurred.
If a respondent reports on the amount of redress paid under DISP 1.10B.7D(2)(b) the redress should not include the amount of a non-executed, defective or unauthorised payment transaction but should include any redress paid as a result of losses incurred by the complainant as a result of the non-executed, defective or unauthorised payment transaction.
The relevant reporting period is the year immediately following:
where the respondent has an accounting reference date, its accounting reference date; and
where the respondent does not have an accounting reference date, 31 December each year.
DISP 1.10B.10D 13/01/2018 RP
Reports are to be submitted to the FCA within 30 business days of the end of the relevant reporting periods through, and in the electronic format specified in, the FCA complaints reporting system or the appropriate section of the FCA website.
If a respondent is unable to submit a report in electronic format because of a systems failure of any kind, the respondent must notify the FCA, in writing and without delay, of that systems failure.
DISP 1.10B.12R 13/01/2018 RP
If a respondent does not submit a complete report by the date on which it is due, in accordance with DISP 1.10B.10D, the respondent must pay an administrative fee of £250.
The administrative fee in (1) does not apply if the respondent has notified the FCA of a systems failure in accordance with DISP 1.10B.11R.
A closed complaint is a complaint where:
the respondent has sent a final response; or
the complainant has indicated in writing acceptance of the respondent’s earlier response under DISP 1.6.4R (where applicable).
DISP 1.10B.14G 13/01/2018 RP
To improve consumer awareness and to help respondents compare their performance against their peers, the FCA may publish:
complaints data about the payment services and electronic money sector as a whole; and
respondent level complaints data and information giving context to the complaints data for those respondents that provide appropriate consent in the electronic money and payment services complaints return form at DISP 1 Annex 1AD.
Although the complaints data publication rules do not apply to a report submitted under DISP 1.10B.1, the electronic money and payment services complaints return form asks for the respondent’s consent to the publication by the FCA of the data contained in the report.
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SUP 16
SUP 16.22 Reporting under the Payment Accounts Reg...
SUP 16.22.1G 18/09/2016 RP
1This section applies to a payment service provider located in the UK other than:
a credit union;
National Savings and Investment; and
the Bank of England.
[Note: see SUP 16.1.1ED]
The purpose of this section is to give directions to payment service providers under regulation 29 (Reporting requirements) of the Payment Accounts Regulations about:
the information concerning their compliance with the requirements imposed on them under Part 3 (Switching) and Part 4 (Access to payment accounts) of the Payment Accounts Regulations; and
the time at which and the form in which they must provide that information.
Reporting requirement
SUP 16.22.3D 18/09/2016 RP
A payment service provider that offers a payment account within the meaning of the Payment Accounts Regulations must submit a duly completed report (referred to in this section as a “payment accounts report”) to the FCA.
SUP 16.22.4R 18/09/2016 RP
A payment service provider to which SUP 16.22.3D applies and which is a credit institution is required to complete every row in the payment accounts report, including rows 4 and 5, in accordance with SUP 16.22.5D to SUP 16.22.10R, even if it has not been designated under regulation 21 of the Payment Accounts Regulations.
Frequency and timing of report
The payment accounts report required by SUP 16.22.3D and SUP 16.22.4R must be submitted:
online using the appropriate system accessible from the FCA’s website;
in the format set out in SUP 16 Annex 41AD; notes for the completion of the report are set out in SUP 16 Annex 41BG; and
within two months of the end of the relevant reporting period.
The first reporting period is the period commencing on 18 September 2016 and ending on 28 February 2018.
Subsequent reporting periods are consecutive periods of two years commencing on 1 March 2018 and on 1 March every other year thereafter.
For example, the second reporting period commences on 1 March 2018 and ends on 29 February 2020 and the third reporting period commences on 1 March 2020 and ends on 28 February 2022.
SUP 16.3.11R (Complete reporting) and SUP 16.3.13R (Timely reporting) apply to the submission of payment accounts reports under this section as if a reference to firm in those rules were a reference to payment service provider.
SUP 16.22.10R 18/09/2016 RP
SUP 16.3.14R (Failure to submit reports) applies to the submission of payment accounts reports under this section as if a reference to firm in that rule were a reference to payment service provider.
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Dragons open with big wins in South Carolina
Tiffin (2-0) 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 3 9 0
Carson-Newman (10-4) 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 7 0
Tiffin (1-0) 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 9 1
Lincoln Memorial (3-6) 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 7 0
2B: Libby Crow; Amanda Rock
Tiffin University posted two wins over Lincoln Memorial and Carson-Newman.
Tiffin University (2-0) opened with some solid softball action, dispatching Carson-Newman (10-4) 3-2 in 8 innings while also beating Lincoln Memorial 2-1 in their season opener at the Mid-South Classic in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
Against C-N, the Dragons got strong pitching from Tiffany Snell, who went 8 innings and scattered 7 hits while fanning 8.
TU got on the board in the first inning when Jamie Sevenish singles and moved to second on a sacrifice bunt. Sierra Besser-Paul then brought her home with a single to make it 1-0, TU.
After Carson-Newman tied the game in the bottom of the second inning, TU went back on top in the 6th inning when Besser-Paul walked and moved to second on another sacrifice bunt. Libby Crow then came through with an RBI double as TU reclaimed the lead.
Carson-Newman then tied the game with a two-out single in the bottom of the 7th inning, forcing extra innings.
For TU, Lindsay Graves was placed at second. With two outs, Ally Rock walked, bringing up Hayley Kobie as a pinch hitter. She came through with a clutch single to put TU ahead heading to the bottom of the inning.
C-N managed to get their runner over to third with just one out, but Snell pitched out of trouble, fanning the final two batters.
In the opener against Lincoln Memorial, Kimmy Reynolds went 6 innings for the win, allowing 7 hits and 1 earned run while fanning 7. Snell came in for the final inning to get the save.
Tiffin opened up the second inning with singles from Chloe Swaisgood and Libby Crow, with both players advancing on Amanda Rock's sacrifice. April Bennett then singled for one run, followed by Jamie Sevenish with another single as TU took a 2-0 lead.
LM got their run in the 3rd inning, but it was all TU pitching from there, as Reynolds only allowed one more batter to reach second base over her remaining three innings. Snell shut down Lincoln Memorial 1-2-3 in the 7th inning.
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400.000 euros for Rutenka!
08:55 03-September-2016
400.000 euros for Rutenka!
Photo: eurohandball.com
In a new book in conjunction with the Slovenian club RK Celje's 70th anniversary Andrej Šušterič reveals the biggest transfer in the history of RK Celje.
In almost 25 years Andrej Šušterič was in the management of RK Celje. Now he has made a 220 pages book about the club.
In an interview with the Slovenian site SIOL.net he reveals the biggest sale of the club. In 2005, two years after the Slovenian club won the EHF Champions League as the first and so far only team from Eastern Europe, they sold the Belarusian left back Siarhei Rutenka for 400.000 euros to the Spanish top club BM Ciudad Real.
Siarhei Rutenka is at the moment a free agent, and it is still uncertain if he retires or continue his career.
Siarhei Rutenka is the ninth most expensive player of the world of all time. See the list here.
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Lighthouses of the Turks and Caicos Islands
The Turks and Caicos Islands are located at the southeastern end of the Bahamas archipelago. At one time they were governed as part of the Bahamas, but in 1874 they were detached and placed under the Governor of Jamaica. When Jamaica became independent in 1962, the Turks and Caicos became a separate British overseas territory with its capital at Grand Turk. The population is roughly 36,000. There is only one major lighthouse, but it is a very historic lighthouse, one of the oldest cast iron lights in the Western Hemisphere.
There is a modern cruise ship terminal at Grand Turk. Aids to navigation in the islands are probably the responsibility of the Ministry of Finance, Investment and Trade.
ARLHS numbers are from the ARLHS World List of Lights. Admiralty numbers are from volume J of the Admiralty List of Lights & Fog Signals. U.S. NGA List numbers are from Publication 110.
General Sources
Online List of Lights - Turks and Caicos Islands
Photos by various photographers posted by Alexander Trabas.
Lighthouses in Turks and Caicos Islands
Photos by various photographers available from Wikimedia.
World of Lighthouses - Turks and Caicos Islands
Photos by various photographers available from Lightphotos.net.
Caribbean Lighthouses
Aerial photos from Marinas.com.
Leuchttürme Mittelamerikas und der Karibik auf historischen Postkarten
Historic postcard views posted by Klaus Huelse.
GPSNavigationCharts
Navigation chart information for Turks and Caicos.
Grand Turk Light, April 2012
Flickr Creative Commons photo by Greg Stokes
* South Caicos (Cockburn Harbour)
1890. Active; focal plane 15 m (49 ft); continuous white light. 4.5 m (15 ft) rectangular white concrete tower; the light, shown through a window, is visible only to the southeast. Brian Brake's photo is at right, Wikimedia has a photo from NGA Publication 147, and Google has an indistinct satellite view. The light guides vessels approaching a narrow opening in the Caicos reef. Located on the southeastern tip of South Caicos Island. Site open, tower closed. Admiralty J4808; NGA 12392.
* Grand Turk
1852 (Alexander Gordon). Reactivated (1998); focal plane 33 m (108 ft); white flash every 7.5 s. 18 m (60 ft) cast iron tower, painted white, attached to kerosene storage house. A 4th order Fresnel lens (1943) from the lighthouse is on display at the Turks and Caicos National Museum. The keeper's house and kitchen also survive. Greg Stokes's photo is above, Reef News also has a good page with closeup photos, the local tourism office has two excellent photos, Trabas has a photo by Douglas Cameron, Wikimedia has a photo, Marinas.com has excellent aerial photos, Huelse has a historic postcard view, Bing has a satellite view, and Lighthouse Digest has an article on earlier unsuccessful efforts to restore the lighthouse to kerosene power. The lighthouse was prefabricated in London by Chance Brothers; it is a very rare example of this early design in cast iron. After many years of neglect, the lighthouse was partially restored in 1998. In 2006 Carnival Corp., the cruise line holding company, granted funds to repaint and refurbish the lighthouse, keeper's cottage, and other light station buildings. This was part of much larger investment to develop Grand Turk as a regular stop for cruise ships. Grand Turk suffered considerable damage from Hurricane Ike in September 2008, but the lighthouse survived (though it needed repainting). The lighthouse was repainted in 2012. Located at the northern tip of Grand Turk Island; accessible by road. Cruise ships calling at the island offer tours that include the light station. Site open, tower closed. Site manager: Turks and Caicos National Trust. ARLHS TCI-001; Admiralty J4812; NGA 12408.
South Caicos Light, May 2007
Flickr Creative Commons photo by Brian Brake
[Big Sand Cay (1)]
Date unknown. Inactive. 15 m (49 ft) square skeletal tower, now rusted and lying on its side. The light was replaced by a short post light (focal plane 26 m (85 ft); white flash every 2 s). Jan Buskop reported that that light was not operating as of early 2008 and NGA listed it as "temporarily extinguished" in 2009. Trabas has a distant view by Capt. Theo Hinrichs, and Google has a distant satellite view. This light marked the southernmost point of the Turks and Caicos Islands, about 25 km (15 mi) south southwest of Grand Turk Island. Accessible only by boat. Site open, tower closed. Admiralty J4818; NGA 12432.
Adjoining pages: South: Haiti | West: Bahamas
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Posted September 16, 2005. Checked and revised November 14, 2018. Lighthouses: 2. Site copyright 2018 Russ Rowlett and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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Apple Manufacturing Partner Quanta Strikes Deal With Lumus to Make Lenses for Smart Glasses [Report]
Posted December 4, 2017 at 11:57pm by iClarified · 6419 views · Translate
Apple manufacturing partner Quanta has reached a licensing deal with Lumus to make lenses for smart glasses, reports Bloomberg.
Israel-based Lumus designs displays for AR glasses that will project information into the wearer’s field of view. As part of the deal, Quanta will manufacture the lenses for Lumus and then have the option to produce the component for leading consumer technology companies, Lumus Chief Executive Officer Ari Grobman said. Quanta led a $45 million investment in Lumus in late 2016. Several of the largest technology companies, including Apple Inc. and Microsoft Corp., are developing AR hardware.
"This means that the most expensive key enabling technology in the AR glasses teardown will now be affordably priced, effectively bringing down the overall cost of consumer AR glasses," Grobman said in an interview. "Quanta has suggested that full AR headsets would be priced for less than the cost of a high-end cell phone. That’s a big deal.”
Recently, Quanta revealed that it was working on a "headset-like gadget with a fully transparent lens that allows users to see through and interact with the environment." Catcher Technology, another Apple supplier, said it would begin making metal components for augmented reality devices.
The announcements coincide with rumors that Apple is making an augmented-reality headset that will ship as early as 2020. Apple's device reportedly has its own display and runs on a new chip and operating system dubbed 'rOS'. Apple is purportedly investigating touch panels, voice-activation via Siri and head gestures while engineers are prototyping a range of applications, from mapping and texting to virtual meeting rooms and 360-degree video playback.
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pk - February 3, 2018 at 5:59am
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The Ritz-Carlton DIFC welcomes Tareq Derbas as the new GM
The US national brings 26 years of hospitality experience to his new role
by Hotelier Middle East Staff
Tareq Derbas.
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre has appointed Tareq Derbas as the new general manager. Derbas brings 26 years hospitality experience to his new role.
The US national first started in the industry in 1989 following his graduation from The University of Kuwait. He began his journey with the DoubleTree in San Diego and Chicago before returning to the GCC in 1995 as deputy general manager for Sheraton Oman.
This was followed by senior roles with St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, Jumeirah Group at Burj Al Arab, Four Seasons and Le Méridien within properties across Oman, Jordan, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the UAE. He recently served as the area general manager for Lebanon, Syria, Pakistan and Iraq.
Derbas also holds an MBA from Phoenix University in the US.
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Ingmar Bergman: C/D?
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Started watching "Scenes From A Marriage" again last night & realized I've probably only seen about a 1/3 of Bergman's works. Here's a C/D of what I've seen:
C: The Shame, Sawdust & Tinsel, Wild Strawberries, Cries and Whispers, Persona, Fanny and Alexander, Scenes From a Marriage, The Passion of Anna, Through a Glass Darkly
D: Winter Light, The Seventh Seal, Summer With Monika, The Silence, The Magician
I have a hard time with doing a C/D with Bergman--even the ones I called "duds" are still good films, just not the masterpieces the others are. "Winter Light" is the only film I really didn't care for, but that may have to do with the English-dubbed version I watched. My inclusion of "The Seventh Seal" may be controversial as a dud, but I just could never get into it. It just seemed over-the-top & pretentious to me. I could be wrong about "The Silence", but I put it as a dud only because I can't recall a single scene from the film that didn't take place within the first half hour.
― jay blanchard (jay blanchard), Wednesday, 12 January 2005 16:43 (fourteen years ago) link
i agree with you about "the seventh seal", jay. it epitomizes the heavy-handed symbolism/somberness that bergman gets so much for flack for these days (mostly unfairly, i think). but then i love "cries and whispers", and the same is often said about that film, but i think it works. the final scene is one of the most uplifting and beautiful of any. i also found "winter light" tedious (i've seen the criterion dvd, so i can't explain it away through dubbing). i've been meaning to revisit that one, though, and have yet to watch "the silence". anyway, here's mine:
S: wild strawberries, persona, cries & whispers, shame, fanny & alexander, scenes from a marriage, the magician, through a glass darkly
D: the seventh seal, winter light
i guess we mostly concur - i love "the magician" though, think it is one of his more underrated films and am pleased to hear that a criterion dvd may be forthcoming. i have many more of his films to see.
― a spectator bird (a spectator bird), Wednesday, 12 January 2005 17:05 (fourteen years ago) link
classic: through a glass darkly, cries and whispers, persona, brink of life, wild strawberries, the silence, the virgin spring
bit dud, really: the seventh seal
neither c nor d: the magician, winter light, dreams
i am going to the library to watch fanny and alexander today though by all accounts i imagine this will go firmly in the first category.
― joseph (joseph), Wednesday, 12 January 2005 17:47 (fourteen years ago) link
I forgot about "The Virgin Spring"--I definitely want to add it to my "classic" list.
I had a hard time putting "The Magician" on my dud list, but again that may have more to do with technical issues--I saw a really bad transfer, in LP mode VHS with a bad telecine frame-slipping issue in the middle of the film. That was a bit of a distraction from the rest of the film. My main problem with it is it seemed to be pretty similar to Sawdust & Tinsel, but with none of the surreal elements.
I haven't seen many, but of the ones I have:
Classic: Wild Strawberries, Fanny & Alexander, Persona
Unsure: Smiles of a Summer Night
Dud: Seventh Seal (though it's not a BAD film by any means) - just as mentioned before, it's too blunt. I guess you could say the same thing of "Wild Strawberries" in places, but I felt the issues dealt with are something I could relate to more, and as the Seventh Seal goes, I have some philosophical disagreements with it, as well.
I love love love Fanny and Alexander, having just seen the five hour version (got the 5-disc criterion due to gift card money) a couple of weeks ago. I especially like it because he uses all the issues he brings up in his 50's films but doesn't beat them to death over 90 minutes. Full of color, surreal scenes, great quirky characters (whoever played that evil bishop did a great job), and I think the only remotely "happy" film he did. Of course, I'm also a sucker for auto-biographical pictures, which is probably why I like Chaplin's "The Kid" more than I should.
Persona's one of the most challenging things I've watched, and it raises interesting questions. Certainly something that I'll rewatch a fair amount.
But yeah, I really need to see more. Next thing on the list is that faith trilogy and "Cries and Whispers."
― mj (robert blake), Wednesday, 12 January 2005 20:04 (fourteen years ago) link
Search: The Silence. The lack of dialogue and hothouse environment make palpable Ingmar's oppressiveness, instead of keeping it all blocked up inside his head. I even like the dwarves!
― Ken L (Ken L), Wednesday, 12 January 2005 21:00 (fourteen years ago) link
I guess my calling "The Seventh Seal" a dud wasn't so controversial after all...
The reason "Wild Strawberries" works with the heavy-handed symbolism (while "Seventh Seal" does not) is that it balances it with nostalgia and humanism. The symbolism is also much more visceral & less blatant (although it could be argued that the "clock with no hands" is on par with "playing chess with death" in the cheese factor--but at the same time, it's a dream sequence in "Wild Strawberries", so maybe it's a bit more justifiable.
I haven't seen the 5-hr. version of Fanny & Alexander, but I'm look forward to it. I'm working on the full TV-series version of "Scenes From a Marriage" right now. God, I wish American TV had this kind of programming.
There are DWARVES in "The Silence"??? Wow, I definitely have to watch that one again!
yeah, on paper that dream sequence in "wild strawberries" shouldn't work, but i've seen the film three or four times and i always want to leap out of my seat at the creaking sound of the tilted carriage. and the blinding sunlight is truly eerie. it's too visceral to roll your eyes and say "oh A symbolizes B and C symbolizes D, we get it".
very little in "the seventh seal" has that effect (though the players dancing along the ridge at sunset is a beautiful image).
i've never known quite what to make of the bickering couple in "wild strawberries". their appearance is unexpected, unsettling, and over quickly.
Yeah, I agree. It certainly isn't as oppressive and the professor could easily be a placeholder for anyone watching, in contrast to in tSS where the knight really is only Bergman's proxy. And yes, he does make good use of humanism; it's an easier film to watch. I'd say it's one of his most accessible film for that reason.
What I like about "The Wild Strawberries" is that it's not dealing with death and God's role in it. It's dealing with existential issues, sure -- but I feel it addresses how we spend our time on Earth while we have it more so than anything else. I've always taken issue with Bergman about "The Seventh Seal" because God is his placeholder for what he can't explain and why death occurs, and I don't agree with that.
Even assuming that he was correct about that -- you can worry about death, God, and other things all you want to, but doing so to the point where you are miserable makes no sense and is counterproductive. If it helped Bergman get out some of his demons, then fine, but I felt he had a little too much existential angst.
I liked that dream with the handless clocks. However, I was a much bigger fan of the classroom dream where he is judged by the stern old lecturer. That "you're incompetent" line summed it up perfectly. I especially liked how they staged it in his old classroom.
On a more general level, I like how Bergman gets me to emotionally respond to things without the use of music.
um yeah add fanny and alexander to my classic list above. wow.
haha i actually don't remember anything from the first half hour of the silence, oddly enough. the rest of the film is bergman at his claustrophobic best, and ingrid thulin's freakout near the end is wondrous to behold.
― joseph (joseph), Thursday, 13 January 2005 02:06 (fourteen years ago) link
(also jay i think we both watched similar-quality copies of the magician - i remember not being able to even read the subtitles for a good deal of the movie)
...I felt he had a little too much existential angst
Angst? Not Bergman.... :)
Great call. That has always been my favorite characteristic of Bergman's films. I have written on many other threads about my hatred of non-diagetic music in films, and how it's demeaning to not only audience, but to the actors and DP as well (it essentially says that the director has zero faith in the ability of the actors and the cinematography to elicit a strong emotional response on their own).
― jay blanchard (jay blanchard), Thursday, 13 January 2005 03:17 (fourteen years ago) link
Sorry, The Seventh Seal is great, and FUNNY (Death sawing the tree, the squire's description of the corpse's pithiness). Smiles of a Summer Night is one of the best sex comedies.
To me, Fanny & Alexander is more like Bergman's Greatest Hits, tho I haven't seen it at TV length. (His followup TV film, After the Rehearsal, is much fresher, and has Lena Olin.)
I saw a new print of The Magician last year and it's breathtaking.
The "God's silence" movies have more resonance if you were raised religious, I bet.
Cries & Whispers, Scenes from a Marriage strike me as heavy-handed; even moreso, Autumn Sonata! "It's my parents' fault and I will blame them exclusively!"
― Dr Morbius (Dr Morbius), Thursday, 13 January 2005 14:36 (fourteen years ago) link
"The Seventh Seal" does have some humorous elements (as do all of Bergman's films), but I certainly wouldn't go so far to call it "funny". My main problem with the film is that for the most part, it takes itself far too seriously, which is probably why it's been the subject of so many parodies.
It just seems like a cop-out, dealing with Death in literary metaphor rather than directly, like in "Shame".
three weeks pass...
yikes, just watched hour of the wolf for the first time - a big clanking dud. the scene where von sydow murders/imagines murdering the boy was quite creepy and well-done, but the rest felt awfully cartoonish. interesting to see pinwheeling camera movements and such crazed foreshortening in a bergman film, though. anyone like this one?
― a spectator bird (a spectator bird), Tuesday, 8 February 2005 04:51 (fourteen years ago) link
Yeah, spectator bird, I kind of like it. If I pretend(?) it is more a B-movie horror movie entertainment than an art movie I enjoy it a lot more. It has an almost pulpy feel that a lot of his other films don't. Or maybe I just like it because I bought a tape for five dollars and watched it a lot of times- the price was right.
― Ken L (Ken L), Thursday, 10 February 2005 14:56 (fourteen years ago) link
For anyone who hasn't seen the six-episode TV series version of "Scenes from a Marriage" (included in the Criterion set), I would very highly recommend it.
― jay blanchard (jay blanchard), Thursday, 10 February 2005 20:41 (fourteen years ago) link
one month passes...
I'm replying to the first post: Winter Light a dud? That's a great, great film.
― Grand Epic (Grand Epic), Saturday, 12 March 2005 06:16 (fourteen years ago) link
It's just not one of my favorites. Again, I only saw a dubbed version, but even still I think that Bergman is at his worst when he's dealing with spiritual angst, especially when it's directly from the religious perspective. It was my least favorite of his chamber drama trilogy ("Through A Glass Darkly" being the best of the three, IMO).
― jay blanchard (jay blanchard), Saturday, 12 March 2005 18:47 (fourteen years ago) link
Sorry, Winter Light is easily the trump card of that trilogy. I found TAGD to be too superficial and silly for me; The Silence is decent, but being as I can't remember anything other than the tanks, carries no traction in my mind.
Simple, brutally powerful, minimal work to maximum effect. Nothing else to say - that's the epitome of a chamber work.
― Girolamo Savonarola, Saturday, 12 March 2005 22:02 (fourteen years ago) link
List Essentials
Crisis, 1946
To Joy, 1950
Summer Interlude, 1951
Summer with Monika, 1953
Sawdust and Tinsel, 1953
Smiles of a Summer Night, 1955
The Seventh Seal, 1957
Wild Strawberries, 1957
Brink of Life, 1958
The Magician, 1958
The Virgin Spring, 1960
The Devil's Eye, 1960
Through a Glass Darkly, 1961
Winter Light, 1963
The Silence, 1963
Persona, 1966
Hour of the Wolf, 1968
The Passion of Anna, 1969
Cries and Whispers, 1972
Scenes from a Marriage, 1973
The Magic Flute, 1975
Face to Face, 1976
Autumn Sonata, 1978
From the Life of the Marionettes, 1980
Fanny and Alexander, 1982
The Making of Fanny and Alexander, 1986
My personal C/Ds...
Classic: Cries and Whispers, Persona, The Seventh Seal, Winter Light
Dud: Sawdust and Tinsel, The Silence, Through a Glass Darkly, Wild Strawberries
I like Sawdust and Tinsel, Through a Glass Darkly, and Wild Strawberries (Giro, what's not to like in WS?) a whole lot.
― Dr Morbius (Dr Morbius), Monday, 14 March 2005 15:18 (fourteen years ago) link
I agree with you here, but I don't find these characteristics in "Winter Light" at all. It didn't approach anything resembling an emotional response in me from any of the characters (the priest just seemed annoying) and Max Von Sydow's character just grated on me.
I don't understand how you found "Through A Glass Darkly" to be superficial--it was probably the most accurate & devestating portrayal of mental illness I've seen on film (with only "A Woman Under the Influence" giving it competition). The cinematography was amazing in this film as well (with "Winter Light" being the worst of the trillogy, lit like a made-for-tv movie shot on video).
"Sawdust & Tinsel" a dud? And despite the (at-times) heavy-handed symbolism, I'll parrot Dr Morbius in my amazement at "Wild Strawberries" being called a dud.
― jay blanchard (jay blanchard), Monday, 14 March 2005 15:36 (fourteen years ago) link
>Winter Light" being the worst of the trillogy, lit like a made-for-tv movie shot on video<
Hmmm, always keep variable quality of print sources in mind. I tend to doubt Sven Nykvist shot one of the trilogy much worse than the others.
No, it's not the print--it's just that the other two films used light more sparingly. It could be just a play on the theme, but Winter Light was definitely a brighter film (as opposed to TAGD, which is composed of dark rooms & stormy exteriors).
Putting in a good word for one of my bitches:
http://www.slantmagazine.com/film/film_review.asp?ID=1452
― Eric H. (Eric H.), Monday, 14 March 2005 21:18 (fourteen years ago) link
In any case, I can think of no other filmmaker who, at least among those who don't outright dismiss his/her work as en toto, inspires as completely diffuse and scattered reactions as to their best/worst films.
For the record, I haven't seen much of his work yet (though I'm becoming more intrigued by the day)...
Classic: Fanny and Alexander (the Christmas portion, at any rate)
Dud: Smiles of a Summer Night (saw it at, like, 7 in the morning so I think reappraisal is required)
Neither: The Seventh Seal, Wild Strawberries
>Classic: Fanny and Alexander (the Christmas portion, at any rate)
haha, does everyone just turn it off after the big christmas scene? i'd never seen either the theatrical or the television version before the criterion dvd came out, but i was kind of shocked by how grim (and lengthy) the middle acts of the film are. not because it's bergman, but because everything i'd read about it suggested that it demonstrated an uncharacteristically playful and uplifting side of bergman (which it does - at least the first 1/5th of it). everybody i read responded to the christmas dinner and conveniently forgot about the evil man burning to death, etc.
― a spectator bird (a spectator bird), Monday, 14 March 2005 21:38 (fourteen years ago) link
haha, does everyone just turn it off after the big christmas scene?
Nah, though I can see why you would -- you're definitely right about the middle acts. But, the scenes at Uncle Isak's house are just as good as the christmas ones. Especially when Fanny's in that room with the puppet stage and magician....So I think you should watch those scenes too, at the least - even if you don't like the middle acts.
― mj (robert blake), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 00:48 (fourteen years ago) link
four months pass...
hmm... I just watched the first episode of the TV version of Fanny & Alexander with my two brothers, and we were all disappointed. My older brother said it was the first bergman he didn't LOVE. Granted, we've only seen a quarter of it, but we're trying to decide whether it's worth it to keep going... Fanny lovers: convince me!
― shudder redduhs (shudder), Monday, 8 August 2005 15:58 (thirteen years ago) link
well... what didn't you like about it? the first episode, with its rich colors and luxurious set pieces, is my favorite. but if it's torment and despair you're after, things take quite a drastic turn in that direction if you choose to continue. i think the whole thing is very good, but on the other hand, august is probably not the best time to lose yourself in it.
― a spectator bird (a spectator bird), Tuesday, 9 August 2005 03:14 (thirteen years ago) link
definitely rich colours, definitely luxurious sets, no doubt... i guess the actual characters and plot lines being set up didn't seem all that interesting... i think we'll give #2 a go tonight, although you're probably right about august!
― shudder redduhs (shudder), Tuesday, 9 August 2005 14:44 (thirteen years ago) link
it does become more character and plot-driven as you continue - the first episode is primarily an embarrassment of visual riches.
i was sure this was going to be revived re: saraband. i have yet to see it, but i hope too soon. i'm kind of weary of the long, slow bergman backlash. i found j. rosenbaum's review in particular quite irritating.
So what's the deal with The Serpent's Egg. Is it really that terrible? It seems to have dropped off the radar entirely.
― Elvis Telecom (Chris Barrus), Wednesday, 10 August 2005 04:33 (thirteen years ago) link
"Saraband" is fine, particularly Liv Ullmann, but I don't think it's better than the Liv and Bille August films of IB's recent scripts. Yeah, Rosenbaum saying post-60s Bergman appeals solely to misanthropes seems silly to me. The last shot of 'Scene 6' is unlike anything I can recall in his oeuvre, and that's an accomplishment from a guy in his mid 80s.
― Dr Morbius (Dr Morbius), Wednesday, 10 August 2005 12:58 (thirteen years ago) link
one year passes...
J.Ro votes (sorta not really) Dud! (He has a point that I don't think IB's THEATRE rep was mentioned once on the ILE obit thread. I did see his staging of Peer Gynt in Brooklyn and wasn't all that impressed.)
Scenes From an Overrated Career
By JONATHAN ROSENBAUM
THE first Ingmar Bergman movie I ever saw was “The Magician,” at the Fifth Avenue Cinema in the spring of 1960, when I was 17. The only way I could watch the film this week after the Swedish director’s death was on a remaindered DVD I bought in Paris. Like many of his films, “The Magician” hasn’t been widely available here for ages.
Nearly all the obituaries I’ve read take for granted Mr. Bergman’s stature as one of the uncontestable major figures in cinema — for his serious themes (the loss of religious faith and the waning of relationships), for his expert direction of actors (many of whom, like Max von Sydow and Liv Ullmann, he introduced and made famous) and for the hard severity of his images. If you Google “Ingmar Bergman” and “great,” you get almost six million hits.
Sometimes, though, the best indication of an artist’s continuing vitality is simply what of his work remains visible and is still talked about. The hard fact is, Mr. Bergman isn’t being taught in film courses or debated by film buffs with the same intensity as Alfred Hitchcock, Orson Welles and Jean-Luc Godard. His works are seen less often in retrospectives and on DVD than those of Carl Dreyer and Robert Bresson — two master filmmakers widely scorned as boring and pretentious during Mr. Bergman’s heyday.
What Mr. Bergman had that those two masters lacked was the power to entertain — which often meant a reluctance to challenge conventional film-going habits, as Dreyer did when constructing his peculiar form of movie space and Bresson did when constructing his peculiar form of movie acting.
The same qualities that made Mr. Bergman’s films go down more easily than theirs — his fluid storytelling and deftness in handling actresses, comparable to the skills of a Hollywood professional like George Cukor — also make them feel less important today, because they have fewer secrets to impart. What we see is what we get, and what we hear, however well written or dramatic, are things we’re likely to have heard elsewhere.
So where did the outsized reputation of Mr. Bergman come from? At least part of his initial appeal in the ’50s seems tied to the sexiness of his actresses and the more relaxed attitudes about nudity in Sweden; discovering the handsome look of a Bergman film also clearly meant encountering the beauty of Maj-Britt Nilsson and Harriet Andersson. And for younger cinephiles like myself, watching Mr. Bergman’s films at the same time I was first encountering directors like Mr. Godard and Alain Resnais, it was tempting to regard him as a kindred spirit, the vanguard of a Swedish New Wave.
It was a seductive error, but an error nevertheless. The stylistic departures I saw in Mr. Bergman’s ’50s and ’60s features — the silent-movie pastiche in “Sawdust and Tinsel,” the punitive use of magic against a doctor-villain in “The Magician,” the aggressive avant-garde prologue of “Persona” — were actually more functions of his skill and experience as a theater director than a desire or capacity to change the language of cinema in order to say something new. If the French New Wave addressed a new contemporary world, Mr. Bergman’s talent was mainly devoted to preserving and perpetuating an old one.
Curiously, theater is what claimed most of Mr. Bergman’s genius, but cinema is what claimed most of his reputation. He was drawn again and again to the 19th-century theater of Chekhov, Strindberg and Ibsen — these were his real roots — and based on the testimony of friends who saw some of his stage productions when they traveled to Brooklyn, there’s good reason to believe a comprehensive account of his prodigious theater work, his métier, is long overdue.
We remember the late Michelangelo Antonioni for his mysteriously vacant pockets of time, Andrei Tarkovsky for his elaborately choreographed long takes and Orson Welles for his canted angles and staccato editing. And we remember all three for their deep, multifaceted investments in the modern world — the same world Mr. Bergman seemed perpetually in retreat from.
Mr. Bergman simply used film (and later, video) to translate shadow-plays staged in his mind — relatively private psychodramas about his own relationships with his cast members, and metaphysical speculations that at best condensed the thoughts of a few philosophers rather than expanded them. Riddled with wounds inflicted by Mr. Bergman’s strict Lutheran upbringing and diverse spiritual doubts, these films are at times too self-absorbed to say much about the larger world, limiting the relevance that his champions often claim for them.
Above all, his movies aren’t so much filmic expressions as expressions on film. One of the most striking aspects of the use of digital video in “Saraband,” his last feature, is his seeming contempt for the medium apart from its usefulness as a simple recording device.
Yet what Mr. Bergman was interested in recording was pretty much the same tormented and tortured neurotic resentments, the same spite and even the same cruelty that can be traced back to his work of a half-century ago. Like John Ford, one of Mr. Bergman’s favorite directors — whose taste for silhouettes moving across horizons he shared — he would endlessly reshuffle his reliable troupe of players, his favorite sores and obsessions, like shards of glass in a kaleidoscope.
It’s strange to realize that his bitter and pinched emotions, once they were combined with excellent cinematography and superb acting, could become chic — and revered as emblems of higher purposes in cinema. But these emotions remain ugly ones, no matter how stylishly they might be served up.
Even stranger to me was the way he always resonated with New York audiences. The antiseptic, upscale look of Mr. Bergman’s interiors and his mainly blond, blue-eyed cast members became a brand to be adopted and emulated. (His artfully presented traumas became so respectable they could help to sell espresso in the lobby of the Fifth Avenue Cinema.) Mr. Bergman, famously, not only helped fuel the art-house aspirations of Woody Allen but Mr. Allen’s class aspirations as well — the dual yearnings ultimately becoming so intertwined that they seemed identical.
Despite all the compulsive superlatives offered up this week, Mr. Bergman’s star has faded, maybe because we’ve all grown up a little, as filmgoers and as socially aware adults. It doesn’t diminish his masterful use of extended close-ups or his distinctively theatrical, seemingly homemade cinema to suggest that movies can offer something more complex and challenging. And while Mr. Bergman’s films may have lost much of their pertinence, they will always remain landmarks in the history of taste.
Jonathan Rosenbaum, a film critic for The Chicago Reader, is the author, most recently, of “Discovering Orson Welles.”
Copyright 2007 The New York Times Company
― Dr Morbius, Sunday, 5 August 2007 03:51 (eleven years ago) link
raymond williams (british/welsh inventor of cultural studies) had ingers down as basically an updated ibsen way back in the day.
is so much 'jonathan rosenbaum articles very much in character'. it half pisses me off, but i half adore it.
i think he's right on the whole, but the fact that he isn't taught on film courses doesn't tell you very much. in a way some of his complaints about bergman (pinchedness, use of actresses, fear of something or other) could be aimed at hitchcock.
― That one guy that hit it and quit it, Monday, 6 August 2007 10:05 (eleven years ago) link
A collection of reactions to Rosenbaum:
http://mattzollerseitz.blogspot.com/2007/08/links-for-day-august-6th-2007.html
― Dr Morbius, Monday, 6 August 2007 15:22 (eleven years ago) link
This would be OTM if J. Ro had written anything in the past year or so that wasn't paint-by-numbers. He's still more readable than most working film critics, but I'd be much more interested if he was even occasionally surprising anymore.
― C0L1N B..., Monday, 6 August 2007 19:33 (eleven years ago) link
Results 1 - 10 of about 125,000 for "JONATHAN ROSENBAUM" and great
― Edward III, Monday, 6 August 2007 22:17 (eleven years ago) link
wow, Hour of the Wolf is about the worst thing he did in the '60s, amirite?
― Dr Morbius, Thursday, 27 September 2007 13:39 (eleven years ago) link
I'm no fan of The Silence, which desperately needs Woody Allen.
― Alfred, Lord Sotosyn, Thursday, 27 September 2007 14:49 (eleven years ago) link
at least there are no bargain-basement vampires in that one, and Erland Josephson walking on the ceiling.
What Mr. Bergman had that those two masters lacked was the power to entertain — which often meant a reluctance to challenge conventional film-going habits
dumbest thing an otherwise intelligent critic has ever written?
― J.D., Friday, 28 September 2007 07:14 (eleven years ago) link
I like The Silence.
Didn't Bergman recognize Hour of the Wolf as a failure? (and, um, The Touch, too?)
― poortheatre, Sunday, 30 September 2007 16:04 (eleven years ago) link
Bergman Retro in SF
http://www.castrotheatre.com/p-list.html
― oscar, Tuesday, 23 October 2007 04:37 (eleven years ago) link
three months pass...
I just finished the TV version of 'Scenes of a Marriage' and was wondering what to watch next. I've already seen a few of his older 50's movies but I'm look more interested in small personal dramas in natural/contemporary settings. Any suggestions?
― baaderonixx, Wednesday, 23 January 2008 14:50 (eleven years ago) link
Through a Glass Darkly (a little expressionistic)
― Dr Morbius, Wednesday, 23 January 2008 16:03 (eleven years ago) link
The most telling part from that blog Morbius linked to above:
sean burns said...
#1. Rosenbaum does this every time somebody dies. I'm sure we all remember that Altman's body was still warm when he was already carrying on all over the place about how NASHVILLE wasn't as good as BOBBY. (I still laugh every time I type that.)
The first piece I ever read by Rosenbaum was trashing the then-recently departed Gene Siskel for, amongst other sins, enjoying basketball. <<
Haha. That's absurd. I don't think Jonathan Rosenbaum's life or work will be remembered for nearly as long as the f'makers he's dissing - and I actually like his stuff (like his alt. Top 100 American film list)
― Vichitravirya_XI, Friday, 1 February 2008 09:39 (eleven years ago) link
ten months pass...
Liv Ullmann is 70.
http://daily.greencine.com/archives/007184.html
― Dr Morbius, Tuesday, 16 December 2008 15:14 (ten years ago) link
― Ruudside Picnic (James Redd and the Blecchs), Tuesday, 16 December 2008 22:06 (ten years ago) link
I just rewatched the absolutely hysterical Bergman parody from the first season of Saturday Night Live and laughed harder than ever
― Are you there, God? It's Madonna, call me in Miami. (Stevie D), Thursday, 18 December 2008 05:55 (ten years ago) link
two months pass...
D: The Seventh Seal,
hahahahahahahahahahahahahaha....
― meisenfek, Friday, 20 February 2009 18:22 (ten years ago) link
Let's return to Elvis' question:
Should I even bother?
― Throwing Muses are reuniting for my next orgasm! (Alfred, Lord Sotosyn), Friday, 9 April 2010 18:18 (nine years ago) link
an interesting take on the silence in comparison to the great muppet caper
― Shrimpkin mæchen barfen (Eisbaer), Thursday, 18 August 2011 09:32 (seven years ago) link
seven months pass...
Ha -- the dullest part of the movie. I don't really start paying attention until the ogre stepfather piles on the horrors.
Anyway, revived cuz I checked S&T (Criterion) outta the library.
― Exile in lolville (Alfred, Lord Sotosyn), Friday, 6 April 2012 17:32 (seven years ago) link
Ha, can't make it through that sequence because it drags on forever. Next time I will try Alfred's strategy
― MIke Love Battery (James Redd and the Blecchs), Friday, 6 April 2012 18:09 (seven years ago) link
the TV version of Scenes From a Marriage is an improvement but it's still not a good film (there's a good Clive James review floating around somewhere). I couldn't accept those two together in the first place, and Ullmann's a drip.
― A deeper shade of lol (Alfred, Lord Sotosyn), Saturday, 1 June 2013 12:29 (six years ago) link
two years pass...
The Best Intentions out on blu in June. Worth watching?
― rhymes with "blondie blast" (cryptosicko), Tuesday, 3 May 2016 00:18 (three years ago) link
"An OK movie for public television" is what I thought at the time.
― The burrito of ennui (Alfred, Lord Sotosyn), Tuesday, 3 May 2016 00:24 (three years ago) link
I actually ended up quite liking The Best Intentions, though the presentation is a bit polite for my tastes.
― rhymes with "blondie blast" (cryptosicko), Tuesday, 30 August 2016 00:31 (two years ago) link
six months pass...
Mark Harris on Persona in his latest '67 lookback
https://www.filmcomment.com/blog/cinema-67-revisited-persona/
― Supercreditor (Dr Morbius), Friday, 10 March 2017 22:24 (two years ago) link
Rewatched Wild Strawberries this afternoon for clemenza's Road poll. Not only is it still great, but its numerous moments of humour and uplift remind me once again that anyone who calls Bergman's films depressing probably only knows them to the extent that they've read their plot synopses.
― some sad trombone Twilight Zone shit (cryptosicko), Monday, 1 May 2017 02:27 (two years ago) link
The ones I'd rewatch.. Still think Shame is special.
― the Rain Man of nationalism. (Alfred, Lord Sotosyn), Wednesday, 13 September 2017 15:30 (one year ago) link
Looking forward to this!
A comprehensive INGMAR BERGMAN retrospective will be touring theaters in 2018 to celebrate his centenary! Featuring all-new restorations and rarely-screened gems. pic.twitter.com/Fcr62qqIeI
— Janus Films (@janusfilms) November 11, 2017
― flappy bird, Thursday, 16 November 2017 06:57 (one year ago) link
launching the centenary
https://www.criterion.com/current/posts/5242-the-daily-bergman100
― ice cream social justice (Dr Morbius), Thursday, 4 January 2018 16:01 (one year ago) link
centenary retrospective starts in my city next week, and it's going to run for TWO YEARS. wtf? not sure how they're doing it / if there will be multiple showings. only 30 films vs. the FF's 47. CRISIS is first up, didn't you see that one at the FF morbs? I remember a post you might've made something to the effect of "well... everyone has to start somewhere I guess."
the two years thing is blowing my mind. i'm sort of cross thinking i'll have to wait until 2019 to see Cries and Whispers in a theater.
― flappy bird, Tuesday, 20 March 2018 17:45 (one year ago) link
no, I watched Crisis at home the other day; it's not good either, but there's a novelty in seeing him do a '40s melodrama with heavy stings of soundtrack music I guess.
― ice cream social justice (Dr Morbius), Tuesday, 20 March 2018 17:51 (one year ago) link
Saw Port of Call tonight. Such a leap from Crisis, only 2 years later but with 3 films in between. Lots of stunning closeups, cool dolly shots moving between rooms, and one of those perfect, transcendent moments in every Bergman movie: early on, when the girl brings the guy home for the first time, she rebuffs him at first and leaves the room. it's the cut from a medium shot of them in one room to the closeup of her as she leaves, the camera now in the other room. Words obviously do no it no justice but I was really moved by that one moment.
― flappy bird, Tuesday, 24 April 2018 06:16 (one year ago) link
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Data Management // IoT
Charles Babcock
4 Industrial IoT Startups Taking Development To The Cloud
From where IT professionals sit, these are early days for industrial IoT. Still, the software, hardware, and network ecosystem required for delivering on the promise of IoT will eventually transform the way enterprises think about running everything. Here are four cloud-based industrial IoT startups worth knowing.
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Who are the most promising internet of things (IoT) startups? Venture capitalists, sensing the opportunity, are looking for companies to invest in. Millions of dollars are available for technologies with a track record and a good idea. One particular area of interest for us here at InformationWeek is the activity around cloud-based industrial IoT platforms.
From where IT professionals sit, these are early days for industrial IoT. Still, the software, hardware, and network ecosystem required for delivering on the promise of IoT will eventually transform the way enterprises think about running everything.
Industrial operations, supply chain, commerce, and customer service are some of the enterprise environments expected to be dramatically transformed by IoT.
Ultimately, the ability of IT to effectively use industrial IoT technologies in the enterprise will depend to a great extent on the platform used to develop the software used to manage operations -- and whether that platform lives on-premises or in the cloud.
Various analyst groups have produced estimates about future revenues tied to IoT -- each one larger than the last. Machina Research upped the ante last week, predicting IoT would be a $3 trillion market by 2025.
[Want to see how the Internet of Things is being put to work? Read GE Uses Machine Learning to Restore Italian Power Plant.]
Another development helping to drive market speculation was SoftBank's purchase of ARM, a major supplier of low-power chips used in the iPhone and other smartphones, for $32 billion.
In a prepared statement announcing the deal, SoftBank's CEO Mashayoshi Son said ARM was "an excellent strategic fit as we invest to capture the very significant opportunity provided by the Internet of Things."
Here, we examine some of the emerging IoT companies aiming to create the cloud-based platforms they hope will serve as the basis for industrial and enterprise IoT deployments. We'll make comparisons to C3 IoT, a Redwood City, Calif.-based startup, whose early traction with utilities provides an important indicator of where industrial IoT platform startups might focus their energies.
C3 IoT
C3 IoT, a small firm of 105 employees, generated revenues of $38 million in its last quarter -- its first of the 2017 fiscal year. The company is analyzing the grids of 20 public utilities, helping them match generation to customer demand, and realizing other diverse benefits from that instrumentation.
In an interview with InformationWeek, Tom Siebel, the former Siebel Systems founder who is chairman and CEO of C3 IoT, said a utility armed with the new data can tell who on its distribution network is bypassing the meter and stealing electricity, a bit of intelligence that every utility wished it had.
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Energy thefts occur more frequently than the average customer might think -- an average of $10 per meter per utility -- and that's a loss that utilities would like to recover, Siebel said in an interview.
Siebel funded C3 Energy, its predecessor, by sending out an email on a Friday in December 2008. By the following Monday, he said, he had commitments for $20 million, and C3 was off and running.
He has added money from his own $1.9 billion software fortune to fund the company to this point, and told us the firm is now a "cash positive" business able to fund its own expansion. He said he expects it to be profitable within three years.
There are several other IoT startups working on cloud-based industrial IoT platforms to compete with Siebel's firm, which is considered by most research firms to be a current leader in the industrial IoT market. Each of the companies featured here is producing a platform for developing software to collect
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Digging Deeper
What the New Breed of Hip-Hop Artists Can Learn From Run the Jewels
By Robert Blair in Features
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Ever since it blossomed into a cultural force, hip-hop has been cursed with wandering eyes and interchangeable affections. One minute you’re heralded as the next breakout star in the vein of Mims, Jibbs, and Cassidy, the next you’re persona-non-grata on the charts and etched into the unending pantheon of artists that “fell off.” Elsewhere, there’s the mile-long list of artists that once stood at the top of the proverbial mountain only for their seemingly firm-footing to be swept away.
Plying their trade in a genre where transience is the norm, what the current crop of hip-hop artists should treasure isn’t the breakneck ride of overnight success but the winding road of sustainability. Or better yet, study the allegory of patience and persistence that is Run the Jewels’ journey from tertiary concerns to total world-beaters. Rather than finding fortune early on, Killer Mike and El-P (two MCs from seemingly irreconcilably different backgrounds) hit their commercial stride at an age when most artists are gradually receding from the spotlight.
Both of them first burst onto the scene in the early to mid ’90s, and aspiring rappers that were of a less resilient disposition than Mike (alias Michael Render) or El (the former Company Flow/The Weathermen/Definitive Jux figurehead Jaime Meline) would’ve surrendered to the call of some dreary 9-5 long ago. No matter how much they excelled in their respective strongholds, both artists were burdened with the stigma of being dependable journeymen that catered to their hardcore fanbases alone. Then, in a case of complete happenstance, the two of them were aligned by mutual friend Jason DeMarco and an unbreakable bond was established.
RT AND J WE THE NEW PB AND J #HAPPYMONDAY 👉🏾🤛🍞
A post shared by Run The Jewels (@runthejewels) on Mar 18, 2019 at 7:00am PDT
Enlisted to provide “three jams” for Killer Mike’s 2012 record R.A.P Music, El-P was initially reluctant to devote more time to the project but an interview with Noisey made the impact of their union all too clear:
“Hanging out with Mike… and working on his record. Having that type of positive, breezy fun and also intellectually interesting experience you know? Hearing the shit that’s he saying, it definitely transferred over no question. I’m literally kicking double time styles on this shit now.”
The adoration was very mutual, with Mike claiming that he was “happy as a kid locked in Toys R Us all night.” From there, what seemed serendipitous became the focal point of their careers and skyrocketed the wily veterans to unfounded heights. As for the lessons that any artist with dreams of such a rabid following can extract, they begin with a point-blank refusal to compromise on their ambitions.
Like many before them, there came a point where both Killer Mike and El-P felt entombed by their own careers. Embroiled in a bitter feud with long-time mentor Big Boi and left to work as a strip club promoter when he “fell off,” Killer Mike explained to Believer that he’s “fueled by a dream“ but his work ethic is anchored by colliding with the industry’s curb and knowing that “I don’t ever want to feel that again.”
By the same token, the multi-talented El-P endured “a year that I was flat broke” but had the foresight to know that he couldn’t keep his label Def Jux afloat as it became “too much of a bubble.” Driven forward by his desire to “get the chance to try and make something great if I could,” both EL-P and Killer Mike’s gritted-teeth temerity would finally pay off with a project that’s never emitted so much as a tinge of stagnation. Across the RTJ trilogy, they have refused to steer off-course and remained themselves in every conceivable way but reaped the rewards all the same. As a result, Killer Mike drew a parallel to his ATLien kinfolk and the exponential rise that they’ve been on since their union began:
“I am in a moment that I saw my friends go through. I saw OutKast shift from 1000, 1500 people rooms to 3000 peoples and I just experienced that shit for my own life.”
Getty Images / Kevin Winter
Heart-warming as this may be, the approbation that they’re receiving was more than the product of stubbornness. Instead, it was birthed by realizing that their unique trade off between common ground and contrasting viewpoints was a goldmine ripe for plundering.
Formed by Killer Mike’s urge to create his version of Ice Cube’s AmeriKKKa’s Most Wanted, this jumping-off point gave way to an unanticipated scenario where El-P would meet his “best friend at 35.” But while their camaraderie is a crucial spoke on the wheel, it’s their working methodology that makes RTJ tick. Conjoined by a commitment to the craft, their unique delegation of labor was described in typically eloquent fashion by Killer Mike prior to their sophomore album’s release:
“You’ve got one player who shows up to practice every day and you’ve got another guy who’s like ‘practice? PRACTICE?’ but somehow we win championships and I’m happy about it.”
On the other hand, El-P explained to Fast Company that conflict resolution veers between attempts to “understand what the other person is doing” through to “sometimes we just fucking yell at each other.” But beyond the verbal disputes, El stumbled upon the true pearl of wisdom by remarking that “this context forces two very strong, opinionated people with artistic direction to actually sit down and deal with the fact this is our record.”
As much as their rise is anomalistic, their records stand as a testament to the benefit of surrounding yourself with contrary opinions rather than a fleet of hangers-on that do nothing but service an artist’s ego. Dialed in on a groove that has yet to misguide them, another exemplar that modern artists can take from RTJ is the emphasis they’ve placed on creating a brand that far surpasses their likenesses.
They grow up fast … 👉🏻🤛🏿
A post shared by Run The Jewels (@runthejewels) on Jun 26, 2019 at 3:27pm PDT
Just like their forefathers Wu-Tang Clan and Public Enemy, Iron Maiden and Ramones, Run the Jewels have an instantly recognizable logo that has taken on a life of its own. Brought to life by Nick Gazin, El-P’s vehemence that it must hinge on a hand gesture has proved to be foresight at its finest. Since its appearance on their cover art and tour merch, the iconic “gun and chain” has been parlayed into high-profile crossovers including clothing collabs with Rick & Morty and Volcom, beer, art exhibitions and variant Marvel covers.
Armed with a level of cultural ubiquity that was cordoned off to them beforehand, the imagery’s quality of endless reinterpretation has paid off, and will continue to do so in dividends for years to come. A status that any artist should aim for in marketing terms, this is not the only shrewd business move that the new breed could learn from these astute elder statesmen.
After years of toiling away, Killer Mike and El-P were already coming to terms with the importance of not being “dependent on the shallow pool of the hip-hop world” as their only revenue stream. Proprietors of a deli and barbershops in their own local communities, rap fame’s intrinsically precarious nature has meant that they have also planted their flag in as many subsets of culture as will have them. Whether it’s El-P licensing his productions to soundtracks or curating scores for Hollywood blockbusters and even gangster flicks such as Tom Hardy’s forthcoming Fonzo or Killer Mike’s political activism and Netflix series Trigger Warning, there’s no shortage of avenues that the pair have diversified into. When they reconvene as a tandem, their willingness to hop on bills alongside such disparate acts as Lorde, Mitski or Bring Me the Horizon demonstrates their commitment to superseding any idea of a target market and should be taken onboard by anyone that’s looking to carve out an enduring career as an artist.
Steered by a belief in propagating their art as far and as wide as it can possibly go, it’s fitting that a hip-hop group conceived as an “homage to rap legacies” are now carving out such a stellar one in their own right. A living refutal of the industry machine, Run the Jewels are outliers teaching future generations that instant gratification doesn’t last, but investing in your talent will ensure that you’re always in-line to make it when the time comes. As we wait for RTJ 4, it’s hard to imagine that they’ll do anything but the define the moment once more.
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Volume 2016, Article ID 2349712, 9 pages
http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2016/2349712
Cooperative Strategies for Maximum-Flow Problem in Uncertain Decentralized Systems Using Reliability Analysis
Hadi Heidari Gharehbolagh,1 Ashkan Hafezalkotob,1 Ahmad Makui,2 and Sadigh Raissi1
1School of Industrial Engineering, Islamic Azad University, South Tehran Branch, Tehran 11518-63411, Iran
2Department of Industrial Engineering, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran 16846-13114, Iran
Received 22 May 2016; Accepted 25 July 2016
Academic Editor: Arturo Pagano
Copyright © 2016 Hadi Heidari Gharehbolagh et al. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
This study investigates a multiowner maximum-flow network problem, which suffers from risky events. Uncertain conditions effect on proper estimation and ignoring them may mislead decision makers by overestimation. A key question is how self-governing owners in the network can cooperate with each other to maintain a reliable flow. Hence, the question is answered by providing a mathematical programming model based on applying the triangular reliability function in the decentralized networks. The proposed method concentrates on multiowner networks which suffer from risky time, cost, and capacity parameters for each network’s arcs. Some cooperative game methods such as -value, Shapley, and core center are presented to fairly distribute extra profit of cooperation. A numerical example including sensitivity analysis and the results of comparisons are presented. Indeed, the proposed method provides more reality in decision-making for risky systems, hence leading to significant profits in terms of real cost estimation when compared with unforeseen effects.
Continuous development of technology in petrochemical industries, automobile manufacturing, water distribution networks, electricity industries, and transportation networks has created complex, competitive, and decentralized environments for suppliers [1]. This makes distribution companies and transport networks consider their main variables such as capacity, time, and cost as important elements in today’s competitive environments and try to increase their service levels for customers and promote the products according to customers’ demand [2]. Therefore, designing an appropriate system in decentralized networks with the consideration of uncertainty is one of the most important issues in today’s competitive world.
In the design of suitable systems in decentralized networks, quality survival and reliability in decision-makings with nondeterministic circumstances are highly important. Since any failure in the network affects noticeably customer services and causes heavy costs to suppliers, increasing network reliability and network performance is extremely essential. One of the key tools to improve network performance in decentralized networks is game theory and cooperative games that can create optimal strategies for suppliers [3].
In uncertain circumstances, we have focused on real values of decision parameters such as time, cost, and capacity which may deploy from uncertain patterns. Such uncertain circumstances may arise due to various sources of fluctuations in supply/demand patterns, politics, traffic, natural disasters, war, falling debris, dropping voltage, and so on.
Naturally the effects of such unforeseen events may mislead decision makers. Accordingly, uncertainty decision-making is an important issue in today’s competitive world. In this regard through this research, a novel mathematical programming model based on triangular probability distribution in nondeterministic decentralized systems is proposed to solve maximum-flow problem. Applying reliability function for triangular density function helped us to estimate a more reliable value for uncertain parameters of traveling time, associated transportation cost, and the actual amount of displacement capacity according to experts’ subjective comments.
The reminder of the paper is organized as follows: Literature review and research gap in decentralized networks are presented in Section 2. Through Section 3, the proposed mathematical model is presented. The properties of the constructed model and further cooperative investigation are evaluated through a numerical example in Section 4. Finally concluding remarks are presented in the last section.
2. Literature Review
The main related issues to the maximum-flow problems such as logistic network, cooperative game theory, and reliability have been discussed and the research gap is given as follows.
2.1. Logistic Network
Logistic network model is one of the most important models in mathematical programming and operations research and includes network planning and inventory control, production planning, planning and project control, facilities location, and many other applications. Moreover, it can be used in airlines, railways, roads, pipelines, and so forth. Besides, logistic network is one of the main issues in the maximum-flow problems [4]. Frisk et al. [5] worked on the collaboration between logistic companies in the forest industries by investigating a number of sharing mechanisms including nucleolus, Shapley value, shadow prices, separable and nonseparable costs, and volume weights. Lehoux et al. [6] considered different cooperation techniques such as the Shapley value, shadow prices, and nucleolus in logistic networks.
The purpose of the maximum-flow problem in the network is to reach the highest amount of transportation flow from the initial node to the terminal node by considering the capacity of the arcs.
2.2. Cooperative Game Theory (CGT)
In the last decades, the logistic costs in distribution networks have been increased dramatically due to a noticeable raise in customers’ expectations. To reduce the costs, various game theory methods and horizontal cooperative games are used in the logistic networks in which the horizontal cooperative games have led to getting higher payoff because of cooperation between companies [7].
Vanovermeire and Sörensen [8] used the cooperation techniques including the nucleolus and the Shapley value methods among shippers to increase their performance. The results indicated that the cooperation reduced the costs of distribution and delivery but the reduction is depending on the flexibility of the companies for delivery of goods.
Saha et al. [9] used two price promotion policies, MIR and RS, and DDD as tools in a manufacturer-distributer-retailer channel to achieve improved individual profits and to eliminate channel conflict. Generalized Nash bargaining product could determine particular profit split in cooperative environment although it needs negotiation powers of all chain members.
Networks are often controlled by multiple owners. As a case in point, gas pipeline, which is an international system, has established an integrated network in Europe. In this case, each country controls some parts of the distribution network and in fact a cooperative game in the network is built [5, 10].
Charles and Hansen [11] proposed a theoretical cost saving mechanism for cost saving assignment in an enterprise network and global cost minimization by the help of CGT. The results showed that the cost allocations obtained through the activity based costing technique were stable and rational.
Zibaei et al. [12] proposed a multidepot vehicle routing problem for minimizing the transportation costs when there are multiple owners. The results indicate that the transportation costs were declined that could lead to noticeable cost savings. Therefore, several methods based on the CGT theory including value, Shapley value, least core, and equal cost saving method were proposed for a fair allocation of the cost savings between the owners.
Zhao et al. [13] recognized the game theory as a comprehensive tool for studying strategies of supply chain elements. Bell [14] optimized a transportation model from origin to destination with five considered paths and four scenarios by zero-sum cooperative games and using linear programming approach in order to minimize paths’ costs. In the competitive market of emerging economies such as China and India, too much pressure on the global supply chain has caused new limitations for the countries’ transportation networks. Reyes [15] used Shapley method in cooperative games for optimizing the transport network in order to stabilize the supply chain and reduce the excessive pressure. San Cristóba [16] optimized cost allocation between activities of networks by using game theory. Lozano et al. [7] introduced a mathematical programming model to measure the benefits of merging the transportation demands from different companies. Hafezalkotob and Makui [17] introduced a stochastic mathematical programming model for a multiple-owner graph problem. Their model was based on the cooperative game theory in order to indicate that the collaboration between independent owners of a logistic network will lead to maintaining a reliable maximum flow. McCain [18] concentrated on the cooperative games in collaborating organizations in order to analyse the effects of these games on the organization expansion and its profit. Esmaeili et al. [19] discussed guarantee services with game theory approach in three different levels: manufacturers, distributors, and customers. Guarantee is a service contract between manufacturers and customers and plays a key role in most of lawful business processes. Interaction between the players (manufacturers, distributors, and customers) is studied by noncooperative and semicooperative games to obtain optimum results including selling price, period’s guarantee, guarantee’s fee for manufacturers, costs of maintenance, and repair cost for distributors.
2.3. Reliability
One of the most important aspects of reliability is network reliability. The network reliability is defined as a capability or probability that a network system has to completely fulfill customer-tailored communications tasks during the stipulated successive operation procedure [20].
In the last decade, the reliability of the transport network and power distribution systems had been widely considered. The experience of incidents such as the Kobe earthquake, which occurred in Japan in 1995, made many researchers to identify and improve the reliability of the transport networks. Also, reliability is highly important in special cases such as poor weather conditions, disasters, road accidents, and terrorist attacks. Moreover, the increased economic activities all over the world have increased the importance of network systems and value of the network [21].
Zhao et al. [22] proposed stochastic simulation methods based on Monte Carlo by considering the system reliability and component probabilistic importance of a road network. Then a new system that incorporates this proposed method is developed. The system is a useful practical quantitative analysis tool to assist the decision-making for the road management departments, such as predicting the increased system reliability of a road network when it adds a new link, finding the key components that need to be upgraded or improved, and evaluating the system reliability of different road network planning schemes.
Hosseini and Wadbro [23] studied the essential problems of reliability and stability analysis in uncertain networks. They used uncertainty theory to make sure the arrival of relief materials and rescue vehicles to the disaster areas is in time. They then defined the new problems of α-most reliable path (α-MRP), which aims to minimize the pessimistic risk value of a path under a given confidence level α and very most reliable path (VMRP) in an uncertain traffic network. Amin et al. [24] introduced an approach to software reliability prediction based on time series modeling in order to show the importance of reliability for quality systems. Therefore, with increasing attention to the quality, finding a way to enhance product’s reliability is considered widely, because, to stay in competition environments, product quality and the associated costs have very important roles [25]. Many real-world systems such as power transmission systems can be a multicast flow network in which each independent part can have its own payoff and profit. Yeh et al. [26] calculated the reliability of networks in which the flow is run by multiplayers by using a new cut-based algorithm. Khalili-Damghani et al. [27] optimized the maximum reliability in the series-parallel systems by minimizing the weight and the value of the network with metaheuristic algorithm PSO. Hausken [28] measured the probability of the risk of reliability in series, parallel, and combined networks by using game theory. Szeto [21] used cooperative game to measure the reliability of conflicting reports on transport networks in order to minimize the cost of paths. Stackelberg and Nash equilibrium methods were used in optimization. The results of the research indicated that noncooperative games can lead to worse situations. Prabhu Gaonkar et al. [29] employed fuzzy models to study reliability in transportation network and Jiang et al. [30] assumed uncertain capacities in a transportation network design problem. Zhang et al. [31] dealt with a network resilience problem through studying topology in transportation networks.
2.4. Research Gap
To the best of the authors’ knowledge, no study has been done on the cooperative games among different players in decentralized systems in nondeterministic circumstances with considering reliability. There is main contribution in this study with regard to a mathematical model based on triangular probability distribution in decentralized systems in nondeterministic circumstances for coalitions of owners/players. We have studied how cooperation among the multiple owners and the changes of flow parameters cost and time in nondeterministic circumstances can increase players’ payoff and the amount of reliability in the network. Cooperation value also is measured by effectiveness (synergy) index. To address the problem of allocating the cooperation value to the cooperating owners, we have considered several methods of cooperative game theory.
3. Material and Methods
3.1. The Proposed Mathematical Model
The main framework of the considered problem is shown in Figure 1. Suppose that an interconnected decentralized system is controlled by players at the same time where nodes are controlled by the 1st player and nodes are controlled by the 2nd player and similarly nodes are controlled by the th player.
Figure 1: A typical network which is controlled by players.
In this network, the goal is maximizing players’ payoff in the chain and determining the reliability of the entire chain by considering the uncertain amount of time, cost, and amount of flow by taking advantage of modeling in cooperative games in the nondeterministic circumstances. It should be noted that are connecting nodes in the mentioned network. Let be a network with being the source and the destination, respectively. In the network there are nodes which arrange a finite node set and arc set of . In our terminology the accent “” is used for emphasizing uncertain quantities. In the network, we consider that there are also three nonnegative stochastic random variables of , , and defined as stochastic capacities, handling costs, and travel times for each arc in , respectively.
3.2. Prerequisites and Assumptions
Prerequisites and assumptions are as follows:(i)Each arc has a given and independent capacity in deterministic network, while it has different values in the scenario-based model.(ii)Each arc has a given and independent transportation cost in deterministic network, while it has different values in the scenario-based model.(iii)Each arc has a given and independent travel time in deterministic network, while it has different values in the scenario-based model.(iv)There is a budget limitation for each owner of the network.(v)There is a time window to start from the origin and end at the destination, which must be observed by the network.
Notations. The indices, parameters, and decision variables are explained before providing the objective functions and proposing the model.
Indices are as follows: : index of initial nodes. : index of terminal nodes. : index of nodes. : the source node. : the sink node. : index of coalitions. : th coalition of the network owners.
Parameters are as follows: : capacity of arc between node and . : travel time between node and . : minimum allowed travel time in network . : maximum allowed travel time in network . : handing (shipping) cost per unit of flowing items between node and . : the total budget available for coalition.
Decision variables are as follows: = , if arc between and is active; 0, , . : flow between and . : maximum-flow in the network controlled by coalition .
Here the main goal in the network is maximizing players’ payoff in the entire network. Moreover, determining the optimized reliability of the entire network with respect to the amount of transition time, cost, and capacity by using nondeterministic collaborative games models is considered. Therefore, this section presents mathematical linear programming based on triangular probability distribution for each possible coalition among players. Consider
In this model, capacity, cost, and travel time for each arc are independent random variables and are considered to deploy from a triangular density function with estimated parameters derived from optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely values. Therefore, the reliability terms in model could be calculated based on the triangular cumulative density function in exchange for target value for capacity, cost, and travel time which are constraints (16), (17), and (18). In these constraints, respectively, nominated value is presented by , , and . ConsiderObjective function (1) maximizes total flow of the network. Constraints (2)–(6) find the optimum path of the deterministic network. Constraints (7)–(9) are capacity-related constraints.
Constraint (10) is a balance constraint. Constraints (11) and (12) are in charge of observing time windows and budget limitations. Constraint (13) measures the flow of the network . Constraints (14) and (15) are related to the variables of the problem. Constraints (16), (17), and (18) calculate reliability in continuous triangular distribution.
The purpose of optimization of the uncertain approach with continuous triangular distribution method is to optimize objective function at an acceptable level. Then, with solving the proposed model the value of the objective function is obtained. Furthermore, the reliability of the entire system and the value of the game in different coalitions are computed.
All ordinary linear programming packages such as Lingo or GAMS software can be used to solve this linear programming model. First, the basic idea is to solve this model by concerning the network of each owner independently. Then, the model of all coalitions of two owners must be solved. In the next step, all coalitions of three of the owners should be considered and this process continues until the grand coalition is achieved. Due to super additive characteristic of TU games, the utility of the network for any coalitional status must be greater than the sum of the utility of the network for the coalition’s members; that is, Actually, the difference between the sum of the “separate” maximum utility and the “mixed” maximum utility shows extra utility created by the coalition ; that is, According to the utility of the collaborating owners, the extra utility must be assessed. Therefore, the following criteria can be more reliable measure for the synergy of a coalition:
4.1. Illustrative Example
To verify and authenticate the validity of the proposed model and to prove its functionality, a case study is used. For this purpose, a transmission network with three competitive suppliers is considered that is shown in Figure 2. The first supplier (or the first player) is controlling the set , the second one is controlling the set , and the third supplier is controlling the set . It should be noted that it is assumed that the data have normal distribution. The goal of the problem is to maximize flow from the original node to the destination node.
Figure 2: Assumed network and links [17].
In Table 1, the amount of transmission capacity, time of transition and distribution between the nodes, and transmission costs in pessimistic cases (a), most likely cases (b), and the most optimistic cases (c) are presented.
Table 1: Capacities, travel times, and transportation costs.
To solve the problem, and are considered to be 100 h and 500 h, respectively. Moreover, the available budget for the first player is 5000 $, the available budget for the second player is 10,000 $, and the available budget for the third player is 15,000 $. After solving the model by GAMS software, the results of reliability of links are shown in Table 2. Table 3 indicates the final output of the proposed model.
Table 2: The values of reliability.
Table 3: Characteristic function and optimal flows for risk behavior of coalition’s member under different aggregation methods.
It should be mentioned that, in the network contract, optimal transmission capacity, time, and cost are considered as follows: , , and . For example, consider a part of a pipeline has a random capacity over time within the range of 540–892 cubic meters. Experts believed that most of the time this part conducted 681 m3. Here as a common sense we could consider that this part of pipeline has a triangular random variable and according to constraint (16), it has the chance of 79.4% to conduct 641 m3.
4.2. Graph Collaborative Arrangement for the Multiple-Owner Graph
When the utility of coalition of graph owners is computed, the problem of sharing the benefits of the collaboration among variant owners should be considered. The problem is difficult to solve because the contribution of each owner to the utility of graph is ambiguous. Therefore, a theoretically grounded technique is needed and CGT can be the best option. In the first place, some basic concepts related to CGT are considered and then they are developed for multiple-owner graph in nondeterministic circumstances.
For each player, the set is , and shows the available payoff when all players cooperate. Now, consider is a real number for each player , with . If a vector is suitable for individual and group rationality conditions, that is, for all and , then it will be considered as an imputation.
Imputation is an allocation or a payoff vector and it means how is to be distributed to players so that no player rejects the allocated payoff. The set of all imputations for the competitive game is . Specifying the imputation form , which yields a fair allocation of total payoff, is the main goal in CGT. Several assignment methods based on different interpretation of fair allocation are developed that some of them are reviewed briefly [32, 33].
The excess of coalition for imputation is equal to . It indicates that the amount of payoff allocated to the coalition varies from the payoff associated with . The core of the game can be defined as follows:As a matter of fact, the core is the set of all imputations so that each coalition achieves least payoff associated with the corresponding coalition. The game is called stable if the core is nonempty. Besides, for the real number , can be defined as follows:An assignment method based on four axioms of efficiency, symmetry, additive, and dummy property has been formulated by Shapley in [34]. An imputation demonstrates Shapley value ifwhere is the set of all coalitions submitting player as a member and shows number of members in .
The imputations obtained by different TU game approaches including the Shapley value, the τ-value, and the core center are presented in Table 4.
Table 4: Assigning of the coalition payoff by variant methods.
Figure 3 indicates that the imputation sets and corresponding cores in barycentric coordinates are calculated by TUGlab package [35].
Figure 3: Core for the multiple-owner graph example under variant risk attitudes.
The difference between allocated utility obtained from grand coalition and utility if the coalition performs independently is satisfaction of a coalition from imputation ; that is, . Table 4 indicates the corresponding satisfaction values , as well as relative values for imputations of Table 3. This table shows that when the size of the coalition increases absolute and relative satisfactions of coalition will reduce. It shows that when a coalition gets larger, the obtained advantages of adding new members will decline. In real situations, the complexity involved in collaboration of multiple owners makes reaching these advantages difficult.
Moreover, Table 5 indicates the coalition satisfactions in situation. Thus, in this example, when the coalitions have a high risk adverse attitude, the owners show less interest to participate in the coalition.
Table 5: Coalition satisfactions for variant TU game approaches.
Table 5 illustrates the correlation measure for each pair of CGT methods. The solution of different CGT methods leads to different solutions. The following observation and managerial insights are derived from the numerical examples:(1)With regard to cooperation between the players, the synergy between the players is remarkable. For example, the synergy between the players in multilateral coalition is 0.122, which can serve as a good incentive for cooperation between them in terms of the network.(2)Table 3 indicates that combining cooperation between the players leads to an increase in the reliability of the system. Therefore, the value of the game has been increased.(3)Table 5, according to the consent of the coalition in the network, indicates that player’s considerations regarding network reliability and uncertainty tend to have a coalition together.
In traditional network games, rottenly analysis is performed under deterministic conditions. Thus, estimates may be noisy due to lack of real attention to possible risky events. Our optimization method proposed a novel approach to overcome risky conditions on the maximum-flow problems on cooperative circumstances. This method covers more reliability in decision-making under uncertain conditions and acts as a valid solution under full certainty. Another advantage of the proposed method is simplicity in using a well-known triangular probability distribution. Such methods help decision makers to benefit from maximum experts’ viewpoints and there is no need to follow statistical distributions fitting method based on historical data. The method needs to have optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely estimates for any risk factors. The results of numerical example indicate that the mathematical model is efficient for cooperation among players and increases reliability.
There are some directions and suggestions for future research works. Researches may consider more risky factors, inventory management disciplines, and competition in the amount of sending flow to retailers. Moreover, it seems that applying our proposed method could satisfy the need for building the cooperative strategies for stochastic networks managed by multiple owners/players under uncertain time, cost, and capacity parameters of the network’s arcs. Last but not least, fuzzy-based methods can be employed in order to increase network reliability in further research.
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Why Chris Rock's Oscar Jokes Got The Wrong Laughs
When he spoke about some of the worst hate crimes experienced by black people, Chris Rock made sure to let these stars know that our ancestors were "too busy being raped and lynched to care about who won best cinematographer". How did they react to the "grandmother swinging from a tree"? Laughter!
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HOLLYWOOD, CA - FEBRUARY 28: Host Chris Rock attends the 88th Annual Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre on February 28, 2016 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Christopher Polk/Getty Images)
As the evening approached for the start of the Oscars, I found myself glued to the television, waiting to see Chris Rock and the Oscars production team address the elephant in the room.
Thinking about all the possible ways they could bring light to the lack of diversity in the Oscars, I started thinking that they might possibly start off with clips from movies featuring outstanding black actors and actresses or even something about modern day slavery showing how blacks have been deprived of equal opportunities over the years. I even thought that perhaps they could just have the president of the academy address the issue at the beginning and then move on with the show.
To my horror, the issue was used as part of several "comedy acts" instead. While Chris Rock, in his silly mind, thought he was educating his audience about something that has affected his own people for hundreds of years, it probably blew over most of their heads because the room erupted in laughter each time.
When he spoke about some of the worst hate crimes experienced by black people, Rock made sure to let these stars know that our ancestors were "too busy being raped and lynched to care about who won best cinematographer". How did they react to the "grandmother swinging from a tree"? Laughter!
He also got the room super excited when he pointed out that, "This year in the 'In Memoriam' package, it's just gonna be black people that were shot by the cops on their way to the movies." Results? You guessed it right! Laughter!!!
Chris Rock also made sure to 'read' all the people who called on him to boycott the show, asking the question, "How come it's only unemployed people that tell you to quit something?" Well Chris... those unemployed people are part of a race that has been deprived of everything since the day some white men decided to strip your people of anything that would improve their lives and use our black men and women to make themselves rich.
With my mixed feelings I decided to go through my Facebook timeline to see what others thought about the show so far. I saw many people applauding Chris Rock for his bold step in addressing the issue of racism and the lack of diversity in his opening. Then there were the confused souls like myself who kept wondering if blacks were actually being made fun of.
That's when Stacey Dash was introduced. Yes! STACEY DASH! The same woman who called for the end of Black History Month, BET Awards and everything with a touch of Black!
As a black woman who was bullied and laughed at simply because of the colour of my skin, especially as a child, I felt extremely uncomfortable watching all of this play out. It reminded me of the kids at my elementary school who would shout "Blackie! Blackie! Blackie!" while laughing and pointing at me. I knew I was black, but I also knew that I was being mocked and the matter was always trivialized with other students pointing out that I was indeed black. So why did I feel embarrassed every time it happened? That's exactly how I felt watching what I could of the Oscars.
There is absolutely nothing funny about blacks being gunned down or lynched or the poor unemployed people who called for Chris Rock to boycott the show. In fact, when I heard those calls I disagreed and encouraged the black community of actors and actresses to support their friends and show the academy that they can be the bigger people despite the obvious.
Oscars 2016 was a slap in the face in my humble opinion. From the opening jokes to the woman who has sold her black soul appearing on stage, all of it left a bitter taste in my mouth. It was far from amusing, but more of a 'respected organization' and a comedian who I once looked up to rubbing salt in our wounds. #wearenotamusedoscars
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OMGSelena Gomez Reveals Why She Originally Wanted to Play Hannah Baker in ’13 Reasons Why’
Updated: Apr 18, 2017 10:52 am
By Alex Riccardi
13 Reasons Why is considered Netflix’s most popular show ever and it all started with Selena Gomez. As many fans of the show know by now, Selena has been trying to make this project come alive for seven years. She reportedly fell in love with the book by Jay Asher and wanted to see it on a screen. While it’s not new news that Selena was originally going to play the main character Hannah Baker, what the world doesn’t know is WHY she actually wanted to take on this role.
Of course, she decided against it and Katherine Langford is absolutely nailing the performance. But, why did Selena want to play the part of Hannah before giving up that dream and executive producing the whole thing? Because she wanted a career change!
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Stop. IT. Are you thinking what we are thinking? This seems like it means that at one point several years ago, Selena’s heart wasn’t into music like it is today. She was very television minded and we can’t even imagine what the musical world would be like today without her angelic voice.
Selena sat down with The Hollywood Reporter and said, “A book is frightening for me because I know the cult following it has, which is the reason why I didn’t want to be in it. Originally, my mom and I found the project because I wanted it to be a transition piece.”
What a bombshell! Selena continued, “I see myself in Hannah so much. Seven years ago I did and even more so today, which I think is funny because it’s backwards. The older I get the more insecure I get, which is odd. But that’s something a lot of people can relate to. Her personality is a quiet strength. I’ve never really been the one to be in anyone’s face. A lot of girls feel like they have to be a certain way for attention. Social media has amplified all of that. I get that she didn’t want that to be what her life was.”
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As for a second season, Selena was coy. She said, “We don’t know what is going to go beyond it, but we know there are so many stories that lie beneath each character. That’s why it became a series in the first place. So we’ll see.”
Selena has totally been an open book lately when it comes to the movie, her life and what she is currently going through. The fact that she has let the world in on her little secret about making 13 Reasons Why a transition project for her is fascinating. Hopefully, she continues to give us more details like that about her involvement and her decision to back away from the acting role in this series.
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A curious new brand brings Townsville North Queensland’s tourism alive
12 Jun 2014 9:48 AMJann Stuckey
News, Tourism
A major new marketing initiative has been unveiled for Townsville North Queensland today with the launch of the destination’s new global destination brand – Townsville North Queensland, Alive with curiosity.
Minister for Tourism, Major Events, Small Business and the Commonwealth Games Jann Stuckey said the campaign marked an exciting new chapter for the destination and delivered on the Government’s election promises to grow the tourism industry.
“For the first time in 14 years, Townsville North Queensland will have a new brand to promote the destination’s variety of tourism and event experiences around the world,” Ms Stuckey said.
“Townsville North Queensland is where travellers go to explore, discover, come alive and satisfy their curiosity about the Great Barrier Reef, Magnetic, Hinchinbrook and Palm Group of Islands, World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics, Australian outback, Indigenous culture and history, and world-class events such as the Australian Festival of Chamber Music and Townsville 500.
“The new destination brand captures the essence of the destination’s culture and all it has to offer visitors, complementing and further strengthening Queensland’s tourism brand family, helping to differentiate the destination and provide a focus for future marketing activity.
“The delivery of this new destination brand is a wonderful collaborative effort between Townsville Enterprise Limited (TEL), Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ) and local industry stakeholders.”
Ms Stuckey said the Government’s 20-year plan for tourism, Destination Success, outlined the need to ensure destination brands emotionally connected with a global audience and grew regional tourism destinations.
“Working together our goal is to double annual overnight visitor expenditure from $15 billion to $30 billion by 2020,” Ms Stuckey said.
Townsville Enterprise, General Manager Tourism and Events, Patricia O’Callaghan said to coincide with the brand launch, TEL and TEQ had partnered with Townsville Airport and local industry to run a domestic tourism marketing campaign promoting the new brand to spark people’s curiosity about Townsville North Queensland and entice holidaymakers to the region.
“From today, online and print advertising as well as social media and publicity activity featuring Townsville North Queensland imagery, footage and holiday deals will begin in Brisbane, regional Queensland and Darwin, driving potential travellers to the campaign website www.townsvillenorthqueensland.com.au/curiosity (external site) ( http://www.townsvillenorthqueensland.com.au/curiosity ),” Ms O’Callaghan said.
She said the development of the new brand was integral to the wider process of economic development for Townsville North Queensland.
“This new destination brand provides a platform for consistent communications and broad industry engagement, to drive significant visitation and spend in the region which will assist in driving job creation and economic growth.”
Visitors to the campaign website will have a chance to enter and win a $10,000 holiday to experience the destination first-hand by answering a range questions about the region.
For more information visit www.townsvillenorthqueensland.com.au/curiosity (external site) ( http://www.townsvillenorthqueensland.com.au/curiosity )
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Listen: Prince’s Song For Baltimore
BALTIMORE (AP) — Prince took the stage in Baltimore before thousands of fans who were dressed in gray in tribute to a man whose death in police custody prompted riots and drew international attention.
The pop star announced Sunday’s “Rally 4 Peace” concert at the Royal Farms Arena Baltimore after weeks of protests sparked by Freddie Gray’s death. During the show, Prince debuted a song he wrote for the city after Gray’s death.
“For those who have lost loved ones, we’re here for you tonight,” Prince told the crowd before launching a set that included his most famous hits.
Prince also called on the city’s youth to fix a “broken system.”
Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby, who charged six officers in Gray’s death, was invited to the stage and waved to the crowd.
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Seven Democrats file in primary election for District Attorney
Posted: March 7, 2017 - 6:25 PM
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Seven Democrats filed nomination petitions by Tuesday's 5 p.m. deadline to be listed on the May 16 primary election ballot for district attorney in Philadelphia.
District Attorney Seth Williams, a Democrat, last month dropped his bid for a third term amid controversy about his late reporting of more than $175,000 in gifts from 2010 to 2015 and an ongoing federal investigation into his personal and political finances.
The Democratic candidates are Tariq El-Shabazz, who until last month was first deputy district attorney; former city and state prosecutor Michael Untermeyer; former Municipal Court Judge Teresa Carr Deni; former city and federal prosecutor Joe Khan; former city managing director Rich Negrin; civil rights attorney Lawrence Krasner; and former city prosecutor John O'Neill.
Beth Grossman, a former assistant district attorney, was the only Republican to file for the office.
Three Democrats filed to run for city controller. Alan Butkovitz, a Democratic ward leader, is seeking a fourth term in the post. Rebecca Rhynhart, who served as city treasurer and then budget director for Mayor Michael A. Nutter and then as chief administrative officer for Mayor Kenney, also filed, joined by Bobbie Curry, who has run unsuccessful campaigns for city and state offices.
Michael Tomlinson is the lone Republican in that race.
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Pokémon Fire Red adds more content and features to one of the first Pokémon games ever released. In this version of the classic role-playing game, you can collect all of the monsters from different Pokémon installments, including Ruby, Sapphire, and Colosseum. The game comes with a wireless adapter, which lets you connect with your friends' Game Boy Advances to chat, trade Pokémon, and participate in battles. Other new features include a tutorial mode, a recap system, minigames, and more.
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'He's very demanding... he wants to be a manager one day' - Ipswich boss Hurst on assistant Doig
Paul Hurst will be assisted by Chris Doig at Portman Road. Pic: Shropeshire Star/PA
New Ipswich Town manager Paul Hurst says he and assistant Chris Doig are firmly on the same page when it comes to setting high standards for their players.
Chris Doig is the new assistant manager of Ipswich Town. Picture: PA
The two come to Portman Road as a pair having previously worked together at Shrewsbury, where the reached last season’s League One Play-Off Final and at Grimsby, where they won promotion back to the Football League in 2016.
Hurst knows his No 2 has firm ambitions to enter management himself one day, but is delighted to be joined in Suffolk by a man who shares many of his values and with whom he works well both on the training field and on the touchline.
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“Chris wants to be a manager one day and has progressed up the leagues,” Hurst said.
“He’s very demanding, like me and we share the same views on many things in the game. Coaching wise, we are on the same page definitely.
“He is big on setting standards. He also appreciates the job players have to do. Like me, he wants the players to enjoy going about their work.
“Players who we have worked with us in the past say they have enjoyed it and that’s important.”
MORE: “No stone left unturned” as Ipswich Town embrace sports science for Paul Hurst era
Paul Hurst has signed a three-year deal to be the next Ipswich Town manager. Picture: Express&Star
The pair remain on holiday following a busy season with Shrewsbury, which saw them reach two Wembley finals.
Once Hurst returns he is due to begin the second part of an LMA (League Managers Association) course in London, but is set to be in Ipswich on Tuesday to be officially unveiled as the club’s new manager.
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Jaguar XF made its Indian debut way back in 2009 as imported units. Later in 2016, when the updated version of XF was launched globally, the company also decided to manufacture the premium sedan locally and roll it out to the Indian market increasing its portfolio here. Now the day has come and Jaguar Land Rover India has launched the Indian Jaguar XF at a base price of Rs.47.50 lakh (Ex-showroom New Delhi) which is two lakhs lesser than the imported model.
The New Jaguar XF comes with few revisions on its features list as part of the local assembly. The existing three models of XF namely:
• Pure (Base) at Rs.47.50 lakh
• Prestige (Mid) at Rs.52.50 lakh
• Portfolio (top-end) at Rs.59.50 (Petrol) and Rs.60.50 lakh (Diesel)
are available on the Indian version too (All ex-showroom prices, New Delhi).
These models are available in two Petrol and three Diesel variants as the base model Pure does not have a Petrol variant. The Portfolio gets new 18-inch Helix ten spoke alloy wheels whereas the Prestige gets 18-inch (replacing the 17-inch) twin spoke alloy wheels. Petrol variants are powered by a 2L four cylinder Turbo engine that produces 240hp worth power and 340Nm of peak torque while the Diesel variants come equipped with a 2L Ingenium Diesel engine that produces power worth 177hp and 430 Nm of peak torque. Both engines are married to an eight speed automatic transmission.
All New Jaguar XF is built on the popular new generation ‘Advanced Aluminium Intensive Architecture’ that uses 75% aluminum thereby drastically reducing the weight of the car by around 190kg. An increase in the torsional stiffness by almost 28% is also evident while the weight has been distributed equally to both ends of the vehicle enhancing the balance of the vehicle. Interiors exhibit the premium business sedan feel with a 12.3 inch TFT instrument cluster and a 10.2 inch touchscreen infotainment system. Other features include 10 colour ambient lighting, smartphone connectivity, climate control and many more. Bookings are open for the Jaguar XF Made in India across all Jaguar dealerships in the country.
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Barbara Cargill Named New State Board of Education Chair
By Nathan Bernier • Feb 20, 2013
Barbara Cargill is the first board leader confirmed since 2005.
Caleb Bryant Miller, Texas Tribune
For the first time since 2005, the Texas Senate has confirmed someone to serve a full term as head of the State Board of Education. Barbara Cargill, a Republican from The Woodlands, was appointed by Gov. Rick Perry in 2011.
Cargill has supported a measure that requires students to question evolution. State Sen. Kirk Watson, D-Austin, says Cargill reassured him that she would not allow her religious conservatism to interfere with her leadership of the board.
“I felt like this is someone who will serve the people of Texas as the chair of the State Board of Education better than her predecesssors,” Watson said. “She was certainly answering questions and making promises and commitments better than her predecessors.”
Cargill’s predecessors were Don McLeroy and Gail Lowe, both religious conservatives who failed to win Senate confirmation.
SBOE Chair Begins Confirmation Journey
By Ben Philpott • Feb 11, 2013
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Barbara Cargill was appointed State Board of Education chair last July by Governor Perry. Yesterday, she faced some pointed questions from Texas Senators during a hearing on whether to approve her appointment.
The last two SBOE Chairs appointed by Governor Perry were blocked by Democrats in the Texas Senate. In 2009, Don McLeroy failed to win Senate approval, as did Gail Lowe in 2011.
The Texas Freedom Network, a government watchdog group, says the SBOE has spent too much time pushing socially and political conservative views in science and social studies textbooks. Cargill admitted the board had at times become a “...circus act.”
Senate Committee Approves Changes to Graduation Requirements
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The Texas Senate Education Committee approved a bill Tuesday that would overhaul the state’s high school graduation requirements.
The proposal reduces the English, math, science and social studies requirements and allows students to choose one of four paths towards a diploma.
It also offers more opportunities to take vocational and business electives.
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By Morgan Smith, Texas Tribune • Feb 18, 2013
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Broad changes to the state's charter school system, including the creation of a new state board to oversee the state contract process, would result from legislation filed Monday by Senate Education Committee Chairman Dan Patrick, R-Houston.
The State Board of Education currently oversees applications for charter school contracts, which state law caps at 215. Patrick's Senate Bill 2 would create a new state entity to authorize the contracts and lift that cap, allowing for an unlimited number of charter school operators in the state.
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Prices are too low? The first Buc-ee’s outside Texas is being sued
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Posted: Feb 7, 2019 / 07:57 PM CST / Updated: Feb 7, 2019 / 07:57 PM CST
BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala (NBC/ KXAN) — The first Buc-ee’s outside of Texas has only been open a few weeks and already they are facing some big legal troubles.
Oasis Travel Center of Robertsdale is suing Buc-ee’s in Alabama for having gas prices that are so low, they’re being described as “predatory pricing,” that is doing irreparable damage to its competition in the area, according to a report by an NBC affiliate in Alabama.
When the Alabama Buc-ee’s opened, they reportedly sold gas for less than $1.80 per gallon, which was the lowest price for gas in the county.
The lawsuit said that Buc-ee’s shouldn’t be allowed to sell gas for less than what they paid for it — something Alabama law backs up. The lawsuit claims Buc-ee’s is selling gas for less to squeeze out the competition in the area.
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An attorney for the plaintiff said Buc-ee’s violation of the law is harmful. “With the intent and effect of harming competition, not only from a competitor’s standpoint is it unfair, if someone is able to do that, competition will ultimately be reduced then those typically larger price leaders will dictate to the public what the price is going to be for gas,” said attorney for Oasis Dean Mooty to the NBC affiliate.
Buc-ee’s sent a statement to the Dallas Morning News which read, “Buc-ee’s has always provided our customers with the best experience on the highway, from the world’s cleanest bathrooms to great food. Part of this experience includes high-quality fuels, priced fairly and competitively.”
While the company might be in hot water for low gas prices, business has been good and customers are flocking to Buc-ee’s. The Texas behemoth is expected to open more locations in Alabama and Florida.
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AUSTIN (KXAN) — An Austin police officer and his wife are suing Ford Motor Company and others after they say the officer got carbon monoxide poisoning while sitting in a police vehicle manufactured by Ford.
Pedro Garza III, an Austin police officer, and his wife Son Thi Nguyen Garza are suing several companies for an incident stemming from 2017. Garza III was working on-duty and was in his 2014 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor when he became dizzy and ill and was taken to the hospital. He was diagnosed with carbon monoxide poisoning which the couple claims resulted in neurological issues that he continues to seek treatment for.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Protesters angered by the federal detainment of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border blocked access to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement headquarters in Washington, D.C., and staged a sit-in.
News outlets report at least 10 sit-in demonstrators were arrested and charged with unlawful entry. Dozens marched from the National Mall to the agency's site around lunch time Tuesday, stopping federal workers from returning to their desks.
Charter bus carrying kids returning from summer camp catches fire in Blanco County
by KXAN Staff / Jul 18, 2019
BLANCO COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — A charter bus carrying children from a summer camp caught fire Thursday morning at U.S. Highway 281 and Ranch Road 1323 north of Johnson City, according to the Blanco County News.
The buses were traveling back to San Antonio with campers from Summit Christian Church.
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Judge denies motion to keep NM compound suspects jailed until trial
David Lynch, Chris Ramirez and Ryan Laughlin
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – State prosecutors' motion to detain five adults arrested after a raid in northern New Mexico earlier this month was denied by a judge on Monday.
Judge Sarah Backus made the determination, saying the state failed to meet the burden of showing the suspects were a danger to the community following several hours of testimony and evidence being presented by prosecutors. Siraj Wahhaj, Hujrah Wahhaj, Lucas Morton, Jany Leveille and Subhannah Wahhaj each face 11 counts of child abuse after 11 children were found living in deplorable conditions at the site.
Each suspect will have a $20,000 signature bond – meaning they'll have to pay that amount if they don't show for their trial – and will have to wear ankle monitors. In addition, they will not be allowed to leave the country, and any visits with children will be supervised.
Judge Sarah C. Backus at Monday's hearing.
Siraj Wahhaj at Monday's pretrial detention hearing.
A picture of one of the firearms seized as evidence from the compound during the raid.
State prosecutors outlined evidence suggesting that at least some of the suspects could have been planning some sort of attack. They said Siraj Wahhaj – who also faces child abduction charges from Georgia after allegedly taking his 3-year-old son – took several weapons classes before coming to New Mexico, and books found on the compound focused on how to build firearms at home.
Various weapons and ammo were found during the raid on August 3, and several more firearms were discovered in subsequent searches. The children were allegedly taught how to load and fire assault rifles.
The 11 kids found at the compound ranged in age from 1 to 15, authorities said. Since the raid they have been placed in the protective custody of state welfare workers with the Children, Youth and Families Department.
In addition, prosecutors described a letter sent to Siraj Wahhaj from his brother allegedly inviting him to come to New Mexico and die as a martyr.
The FBI also weighed in on the case for the very first time. FBI agent Travis Taylor testified saying that, according to interviews conducted between the FBI and two teens from the compound, Siraj Wahhaj would lead rituals that included reading from the Quran and centered on his son, who authorities said suffered from seizures.
"During these rituals, per witness statements, the victim, Abdul (Ghani Wahhaj) would begin to choke and have white foam or slime come from his mouth and then pass out," Taylor said.
According to Taylor, the children were led to believe that the child, Abdul-Ghani Wahhaj, "would become Jesus" when his demons were exorcised. He added that once the child "became Jesus," he would instruct the others of the property or the family what corrupt institutions to get rid of."
A body believed to be a child was found on the property in the days following the raid, but the Office of the Medical Investigator has yet to definitely identify it. Abdul-Ghani Wahhaj was not among the 11 children immediately found at the compound.
In the end, vague indications of potential future violence wasn't enough to convince Backus.
"In this particular case, again, based on what was presented to the judge, I think she had no choice but to rule in the way that she did," one of the defense attorneys said.
Taos County Sheriff Jerry Hogrefe said in his testimony that while the initial serving of the search warrant, the tactical team found children holding boxes of ammo. Hogrefe added at least one child told the team he was armed when he was found.
While cross-examining of Hogrefe, the suspects' defense attorneys each took their chance to try and distance the suspects as far from the weapons as possible, and the connotations of violence they imply. One defense attorney suggested it's "prudent" that children learn how to use firearms safely, which Hogrefe agreed to.
The sheriff also confirmed that Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms is investigating the legalities surrounding the occupants' possession of firearms.
Another defense attorney pointed out, and Hogrefe confirmed, that the compound's occupants did not shoot at the tactical team as they raided the compound. He did say, however, that Morton was "struggling" and "resisting" while being arrested by deputies.
The defense spent their time at the podium hammering home that there is a double standard at play, alleging that if the suspects were white, Christian and had guns, "we might not be here today."
GOVERNOR REACTION
In a statement sent to KOB following the hearing, Gov. Susana Martinez said she "strongly disagreed" with the hearing's outcome and Backus's decision.
"Unfortunately, it highlights how extreme the New Mexico Supreme Court has been in dictating pretrial release for all kinds of dangerous criminals," she said.
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The Royal Canadian Legion launches Operation VetBuild
Serving and retired veterans participated in the national launch of The Royal Canadian Legion’s new Operation VetBuild program in Ajax, ON today. The program uses scale-model building kits in a supportive atmosphere.
Program helps Veterans living with mental health challenges
OTTAWA, ON, 16 June, 2019 – Serving and retired veterans participated in the national launch of The Royal Canadian Legion’s new Operation VetBuild program in Ajax, ON today. The program uses scale-model building kits in a supportive atmosphere. Working in a stress-free setting alongside other Veterans, it’s a chance to learn new skills and relax.
“I look forward to seeing the incredible handiwork, the camaraderie and the peer support that will come from Operation VetBuild,” says Legion Dominion President, Thomas D. Irvine, CD.
One of the Legion’s key focus areas is the transition to post-service life, including helping tackle issues such as the mental health stresses that can come from military life.
Jason Salo, a retired reservist and military policeman says Operation VetBuild gives him a chance to meet other Veterans with similar backgrounds.
“I was missing the camaraderie of getting together and chatting,” says Jason. “It is interesting to sit around the table with different generations of veterans and hear the same sorts of stories from everybody,” he says. Attending the sessions with his 11-year old son Cohen has also added another dimension to his experience, he adds. They get to participate in a fun activity together, and it allows his son to learn directly from other Veterans about the challenges they face.
An idea of the Legion’s Operational Stress Injury Special Section (BSO Legion OSI), the response to the program’s pilot projects was extremely positive. It prompted the ongoing development of a full-scale initiative, says Craig Hood, Operation VetBuild Program Lead, and Chair, BSO Legion OSI.
“We know this sort of activity can be very therapeutic,” he says. “We plan to expand to include as many branches across the country as we can, so we can give as many Veterans as possible the opportunity to participate in this fun activity.”
The first of its kind in Canada, Operation VetBuild arose from similar successful initiatives in Great Britain and the United States. Upcoming sessions in Legion branches around the country this year include in Ontario (Ajax, Angus, Flesherton, Hamilton Mountain), Alberta (Edmonton), Quebec (Lacolle) and British Columbia (Agassiz), with more locations to be announced in the coming weeks.
To learn more about Operation VetBuild, visit the Operation VetBuild Facebook page
For more information on how the Legion supports Veterans, visit: Legion Veteran support
About BSO Legion OSI
The Royal Canadian Legion Operational Stress Injury Special Section is a national, member-driven initiative that provides outreach, peer support, and referral services for Veterans and their families who are affected by operational stress injuries, including anxiety, depression, addictions, PTSD or other mental health challenges.
About The Royal Canadian Legion
Founded in 1925, the Legion is Canada’s largest Veteran support and community service organization. We are a non-profit organization with a national reach across Canada as well as branches in the U.S., Europe and Mexico. With close to 260,000 members, many of whom volunteer an extraordinary amount of time to their branches, our strength is in our numbers.
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Julie Vine
La Trobe University > About > Our vision > Diversity and Inclusion > Square the Ledger > Square the Ledger profiles > Julie Vine
Julie Vine graduated from La Trobe University in 1982 with a Bachelor of Behavioural Science. She recalls making ‘endless photocopying’ at five cents a page and having to find all her paper references in microfiche files. But her happiest memory at La Trobe is sitting with her friends in the coffee shops of the Agora, their favourite spot to sit, eat, chat and worry about their assignments.
Julie went on in 1985 to study mental health nursing and was awarded dux and a clinical price in 1988. In the same year, Julie graduated with the highest marks on the final exam in this course in Victoria.
Following further study, Julie attained her Masters of Nursing with Distinction in 2008 and later graduated with a PhD.
Julie now works as a Clinical Psychiatric Nurse Consultant with undergraduate nursing students and individuals who experience a Borderline Personality Disorder.
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NewsFaith, Freedom, HomosexualityFri Sep 23, 2011 - 4:29 pm EST
Homosexual couple prepares to sue two Illinois Bed and Breakfasts
bed & breakfast, homosexuality
PAXTON, IL, September 23, 2011 (LifeSiteNews.com) – The Illinois Department of Human Rights has given a homosexual couple the green light to sue two bed and breakfasts after the establishments refused to let out their premises for their civil union ceremony. The homosexual couple plans to launch the suits so shortly.
The news was greeted with incredulity by Illinois attorney and member of the Alliance Defense Fund Jason Craddock, who is representing Timber Creek Bed and Breakfast in Paxton.
“I believe strongly that liberty of conscience, particularly religious liberty of conscience, is what our nation was built on and is something that goes deep to our souls,” he said. “Now we’re getting into a situation where government is telling people of faith, ‘You can’t live out your faith if it happens to disagree with this particular group.’”
An Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) investigation found “substantial evidence” that a civil rights violation had been committed by the two bed and breakfasts. The IDHR investigation was launched after homosexual Todd Wathen of Mattoon filed human rights complaints against the two bed and breakfasts.
Wathen and his sexual partner wound up holding the ceremony in their backyard shortly after an Illinois civil unions law took effect in June.
The IDHR finding allows Wathen 90 days to file a complaint with the state Human Rights Commission or take civil action in Circuit Court. Wathen’s attorney, Betty Tsamis of Chicago, has said that her client has chosen the latter path and will file lawsuits against both businesses.
The owners of the first bed and breakfast, the Beall Mansion of Alton, had told the complainant that they only let out their premises for weddings.
The Christian owners of the second, Jim and Beth Walder of Timber Creek Bed and Breakfast, had a similar response.
In the course of e-mail correspondence with Jim Walder, Wathen had argued: “starting June 1st, a civil union is a wedding, you have to get a licenses at the county clerks office, it is just not a marriage ... but a legal wedding ... so aren’t you discriminating against me and my partner, because of our sexual orientation??”
Walder, father of five, explained that he would not host such ceremonies “even if they become legal in Illinois.”
“We believe homosexuality is wrong and unnatural based on what the Bible says about it,” he said. “If that is discrimination, I guess we unfortunately discriminate.”
Bed and breakfasts have been targeted by homosexual activists in Canada and the U.K., where owners have met with legal challenges, fines, and harassment for refusing to host homosexual couples.
Other businesses in the wedding industry have become targets in the United States as well, including wedding photographers and venues such as a Christian retreat center.
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In the courts of Lincolnshire
Here's our round up cases which have been through the courts
Adam MossDigital Editor
The following cases have been heard at magistrates courts in Lincolnshire:
Olegs Ivonovs, 27, of no fixed address, pleaded guilty to theft of razors and razor blades to the value of £121.48, razors and razor blades to the value of £90 and razors and razor blades to the value of £214.98 belonging to Boots. He was given a community order for 18 months and ordered to pay compensation of £60
Roy Fewings, 75, of 2 Balmoral Way, Holbeach, Spalding, pleaded guilty to driving without due care and attention. He was fined £200, ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £30 and costs of £85.
Stephen Paul Thorley, 62, of Bermond, Church Lane, Boston, was convicted for driving in excess of 70mph on the A30. He was fined £230, ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £30 and costs of £85. His licence was endorsed with five points.
Graham Alec Brown, 46, of 18 Ingram Road, Boston, case proven for driving without insurance, without an MoT certificate and while not wearing an adult seatbelt. He was fined £660, ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £66 and costs of £85. He was disqualified from holding or obtaining a licence for six months.
Caitlin Marie Burton, 20, of 312 High Road, Whaplode, Spalding, pleaded guilty to driving in excess of 30mph on West Marsh Road. She was fined £100 and ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £30. Her licence was endorsed with three points.
Wayne Melvyn Gibbins-Parkinson-Wadsworth, 34, of 55 De Lacy Avenue, Skegness, case proven for failing to give information relating to the identification of the driver of a vehicle. He was fined £660, ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £66 and costs of £85. His was disqualified from holding or obtaining a licence for six months.
Evaldas Jerumbauskas, 32, of 10 Albert Street, Boston, case proven for driving outside the authorisation class of a licence and without insurance. He was fined £660, ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £66 and costs of £85. He was disqualified from holding or obtaining a licence for six months.
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Stephen Paul Place, 55, of 1 Allen Road, Coningsby, pleaded guilty to driving in excess of 30mph on the B1192. He was fined £200, ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £30 and costs of £85. His licence was endorsed with six points.
Vilius Varanavicius, 18, of 77 Bourne Road, Spalding, case proven for two counts of driving without insurance. He was fined £1,320, ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £66 and costs of £85. His licence was endorsed with six points and he was disqualified from holding or obtaining a licence for six months.
Paul Ronald Woods, 40, of Malcolm Arms, Frith Bank, Frithville, case proven for failing to give information relating to the identification of the driver of a vehicle. He was fined £660, ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £66 and costs of £85. His licence was endorsed with six points.
Clare Taylor, 29, of 6 Old Boston Road, Coningsby, pleaded guilty to failing to give information relating to the identification of the driver of a vehicle. She was fined £180, ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £30 and costs of £40. Her licence was endorsed with six points.
Anna Holas, 36, of 1 Horace Street, Boston, case proven for failing to give information relating to the identification of the driver of a vehicle. She was fined £240, ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £30 and costs of £85. She was disqualified from holding or obtaining a licence for six months.
Victor Mabbitt, 85, of 14 Laceys Drive, Leverton, Boston, pleaded guilty to driving in excess of 40mph on the A52. He was fined £40, ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £30 and costs of £85. He was disqualified from holding or obtaining a licence for six months.
Nathan Phillip Parker, 28, of 7 Charles Road, Sutton Bridge, Spalding, pleaded guilty to being the driver of a motor vehicle when an accident occurred whereby damage was caused to another vehicle, failing to stop, failing to give your name and address, failing to report the accident and driving without due care and attention. He was fined £200, ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £30 and costs of £85. His licence was endorsed with seven points.
Carl Anthony Benham, 30, of Room 5, 15 Grosvenor Road, Skegness, case proven for four counts of driving outside the authorisation class of a licence, four counts of driving without insurance, driving with 7.4 micrograms of cannabis per litre of blood, harassment and commissioning a further offence while subject to a conditional discharge. He was detained in the courthouse. His licence was endorsed with six points and he was disqualified from holding or obtaining a licence for two years.
Roy Huddlestone, 80, of 1 Cross Street, Holbeach, Spalding, pleaded guilty to driving without due care and attention. He was fined £80, ordered to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £30 and costs of £85. His licence was endorsed with five points.
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How to Keep Stew Meat Tender
Christine Pillman updated on January 8, 2019
Christine Pillman
Based in Toronto, Christine Pillman has worked as a writer and editor since 1996. She has worked for Harlequin Enterprises, "Scott's" directories and "Boards" magazine. Pillman earned an honors B.A. in English from the University of Toronto, as well as a diploma in book and magazine publishing from Centennial College.
Loosely defined, a stew is a dish of meat and vegetables slow cooked in a closed pot at a simmering temperature. The most-common stewing meats are tougher, less-expensive cuts of beef that require careful braising to achieve the best results -- usually the brisket, chuck, flank, round and rump.
A red pot with beef stew. (Image: travellinglight/iStock/Getty Images)
These cuts of beef come from the well-exercised muscles of the cattle, which though tough, tend to carry a lot of flavor. Done properly, the moist heat and slow cooking produce tender, flavorful meat. The key is keeping the temperature at a simmer, not a boil. Never let a stew get hot enough to bubble.
Turn the stove on high heat and place a heavy pot on the burner. Pour 2 tbsp. of canola oil in the pot and allow it to heat up. Sear the cubed meat on all sides. This browning, known as the Maillard reaction, doesn't seal in the meat's juices as is commonly believed; it does, however, enhance the flavor as the sugars and proteins in the meat react under the high temperatures.
Remove the browned meat from the pot and set it aside. Mix 3 tbsp. of flour or cornstarch with the oil and beef fat left over in the pot. Add a few cups of beef or chicken stock, mix it well and allow it to simmer for a few minutes to form your gravy.
Add the meat and vegetables into the gravy. Root vegetables work well, as they take a long time to cook -- potatoes, turnips, carrots and parsnips are common choices. Simmer the stew gently at low heat. The collagen, a connective tissue, is in high supply in these tougher cuts of meat. When cooked in moisture, the collagen dissolves into a gelatin and the meat fibers separate more easily. The higher the cooking temperature, the tougher the meat fibers become; a boil produces rubbery, chewy stewing beef. A gentle simmer is necessary to tenderize the meat. Check the meat every so often to see if it's done. Tougher or larger cuts of meat will require a longer cooking time.
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The temperature at which you simmer requires a careful balance: it must be high enough to kill microorganisms and low enough that the meat will tenderize. Aim to keep the temperature between 180 and 190 F. Homemade stock is lower in sodium and you can skim the fat off before adding it to your stew.
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Chef Hemant Mathur, the force behind New York City’s top Indian restaurants including Tamarind, Devi, Tulsi, SAAR, and more, has launched his newest venture with Maska in Miami’s Midtown neighborhood – his first restaurant venture in Miami. Chef Mathur is one of the nation’s top Tandoor masters and the first Indian chef in the U.S. to be awarded a Michelin-Star. He has truly laid the groundwork for the culinary genre to become as respected and adored internationally as it is today. A virtuoso whose instrument is the traditional Indian clay oven, Chef Mathur has earned numerous accolades and esteemed recognition over his 30-year career.
Maska, in association with Michelin-Star award-winning Chef Hemant Mathur, boasts a modern-chic vibe featuring a culinary representation of traditional and progressive In-dian cuisine infused with touches of Miami flavors.
The restaurant highlights vibrant cui-sine built on bold flavors inspired by Chef Hemant Mathur’s home state of Jaipur which brings an unparalleled combination of distinctive offerings that have earned Chef an elite standing and name recognition.
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Treasurer Deb Goldberg says proposed tax rate for legal marijuana in Massachusetts is too low
Updated Oct 5, 2016 ; Posted Oct 5, 2016
By Gintautas Dumcius | gdumcius@masslive.com
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Massachusetts Treasurer Deborah Goldberg
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BOSTON - Massachusetts Treasurer Deb Goldberg is criticizing the proposed tax rate for legal marijuana if Bay State voters approve the substance for recreational use by adults.
If it passes, Question 4 would set up a Cannabis Control Commission under the treasurer's office. Proponents of the measure say they propose the treasurer oversee the commission because her office is also in charge of alcohol regulators.
The question calls for a 3.75 percent excise tax on retail marijuana sales, a number Goldberg called "quite low" in a Wednesday morning speech to the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce.
The excise tax in Colorado is 29 percent, while Washington's rate is 37 percent. The other two states where recreational marijuana is legal, Oregon and Alaska, have a 25 percent rate.
"Even if you roll in our 6.25 percent sales tax and a potential 2 percent local option tax--on top of the 3.75 excise tax proposed--Massachusetts would pale in comparison to other states. There's something wrong with this revenue picture," Goldberg said, according to remarks prepared for delivery.
Supporters of the question say the proposed rate is low in order to drive consumers to legal pot shops instead of the black market.
Goldberg reiterated that her office isn't waiting for voters to go to the polls and decide whether the Bay State should legalize marijuana for recreational use.
Goldberg, a Democrat who opposes legalization, has previously said she would like to push back the start of retail sales. Under the initiative, retail sales are slated to start in January 2018.
Should Mass. legalize marijuana? Both sides face off in feisty Question 4 debate
"There are zero appropriations tied to this proposal, so we will be tasked with overseeing a new industry without any funding, until the first retail applications are submitted in October 2017," Goldberg said on Wednesday. "That gives us three months to review applications, conduct background checks, and approve retailers to get sales underway."
If the Cannabis Control Commission doesn't issue a denial notice within 90 days of a potential retailer applying, the commission has to issue the license, Goldberg continued. The statement drew murmurs of surprise from the crowd of businesspeople gathered at the Omni Parker House Hotel.
"So, visualize this - a new start up without funding, that has public safety and public health concerns, has the time pressure to get it done quickly or the licensee is automatically approved," she said.
Her office plans to work with the governor and state lawmakers to "mitigate" that and other issues if marijuana is legalized, she said.
Marijuana-infused edibles or snacks have surfaced in the debate over legalization in Massachusetts.
Goldberg said edibles are "on our radar." Colorado has changed its regulations on edibles since marijuana legalization, moving away from packaging them like standard snack products, she said, while praising Washington state as making the right moves in restricting packaging and colors.
"We will need to regulate the recipe, the packaging, the serving size, and the THC consistency to uphold public health and consumer safety," she said.
Pot brownies and candy central to marijuana legalization debate
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Maui No Ka Oi Magazine
Hawaiian Soul
Cultivating an Ancient Wisdom
Growing, gathering and teaching, these Hawaiians are sustaining a culture.
Limu (seaweed) is an important part of the traditional Hawaiian diet. Used to add flavor and variety to meals, it’s also a source of vitamins and minerals. Since noticing native species in decline, Napua Barrows has been replanting the reef, and teaching youth how to identify different types of limu and harvest it sustainably.
Replanting the Reef
When I find Alyson Napua Barrows on the sands of Waihe‘e Beach Park, she’s down on one knee, holding her phone, and photographing the end of a log.
As the founder of Waihe‘e Limu Restoration Group, it’s the type of thing Barrows does whenever she finds a species of limu (seaweed) like the one clinging to the seaward edge of this log. Though she grew up gathering limu with her grandparents on O‘ahu, most of Barrows’s knowledge is the result of diligent study in the classroom at the University of Hawai‘i–Mānoa, and out on Maui’s shores. She can tell you that limu kohu is prized for its taste and medicinal qualities; and that limu kala is for ho‘oponopono—cultural gatherings of forgiveness, where the limu is eaten at a conflict’s resolution, as a traditional symbol of release. She knows which type is best for poke (a Hawaiian dish of raw fish), or brewing up in a stew, and the seasons, conditions, and island locations that are best for finding it.
Ancient Hawaiians were familiar with up to seventy species of limu. Today only trace amounts of that knowledge remain. It’s something Barrows is out to fix, combining what she finds on the reef with historical texts and accounts to piece together what her ancestors knew.
When she moved to Waihe‘e in the 1980s, native species like manauea flourished along the shore, but by the 1990s she and other limu gatherers began to notice a change.
“You just didn’t see as much limu on the reef anymore, and the fish population was decreasing. Invasive seaweeds were starting to crowd out the natives, and freshwater springs that helped them to thrive were starting to all dry up.”
Barrows knew she had to do something before the native species disappeared. She took to gathering limu from Kanahā, carefully inspecting it for invasives, and then transplanting it by the reef in Waihe‘e by tying it onto rocks.
The process, she admits, is trial and error. “Every section of shoreline has its own specialty of limu,” she explains. You see what works, what doesn’t work, and then try to figure out why. You monitor the currents, the fish, and the shoreline, and it gradually starts to make sense. Through lectures and beach days with student groups, she’s working to pass that knowledge along.
Though Barrows is humble about whether her efforts are making a difference, as if on cue a voice chimes up from a snorkeler strolling the shore.
“Are you planting today?” asks her friend Christina, who’s been swimming here since 1973. “We used to gather ogo here,” she tells me, “and then it just got wiped out. But since Auntie’s been restoring, we have limu again; it’s really coming back.”
Info: Waihe‘e Limu Restoration, 808-264-4135
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'Stranger Things' Returns For a Second Season in 2017
The retro cool Netflix series is coming back—with a few interesting changes.
Thomas Freeman
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Throwback horror series Stranger Things has been renewed for a second season, Entertainment Weekly reports.
The hit Netflix show, which harkens back to the John Carpenter, Stephen King, Steven Spielberg, and George Lucas films of '80s yore, has spawned countless memes and a revived interest in all things Winona Ryder.
The Duffer Brothers, the series' creators, told EW that the show will move along with any surviving characters (i.e., it won't be an American Horror Story-style anthology), that the setting will remain in the fictitious Indiana town of Hawkins but will venture out some, that James Cameron (Temple of Doom, Aliens, and Terminator 2) will serve as a primary influence, and that the season will be a touch longer, at nine episodes rather than eight.
The second season of Stranger Things will hit Netflix sometime in 2017.
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Zahid's bid to retrieve passport for umrah dismissed
Bernama | Published: 2019-05-14 18:28:35+08:00
Former deputy prime minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, who is facing 47 charges of money-laundering, criminal breach of trust and corruption, has failed to get his impounded passport returned to travel to Mecca to perform the umrah.
The Court of Appeal’s three-member bench, led by Justice Umi Kalthum Abdul Majid, was unanimous in its dismissal of the appeal.
The other members of the bench were Justices Harminder Singh Dhaliwal and Stephen Chung.
In delivering the decision, Umi Kalthum said the court is satisfied that the Kuala Lumpur High Court made due consideration in disallowing the appellant’s application.
Zahid was appealing against the High Court’s decision on May 3 to dismiss his application for the temporary return of his impounded passport to perform the umrah.
High Court judge Collin Lawrence Sequerah held that the performance of the umrah, although highly recommended during the fasting month, was not compulsory.
On Oct 19 and Dec 14 last year, Zahid pleaded not guilty to 46 charges, comprising 11 CBT charges, eight corruption charges and 27 money-laundering charges involving millions of ringgit belonging to Yayasan Akalbudi.
On Feb 20 this year, he was slapped with another CBT charge involving RM260,000 belonging to Yayasan Akalbudi.
The High Court has fixed Nov 18 to 22, Dec 2 to 6 and Dec 9 to 13 for the trial.
Earlier, Zahid’s counsel Hisyam Teh submitted that the High Court judge had failed to sufficiently appreciate that the application was made in good faith, and that the appellant had given his undertaking to the court that the passport would be returned.
“The learned High Court judge also failed to sufficiently appreciate that the appellant had given his flight and accommodation details both in Madinah and in Mecca, and that though the charges are serious, this fact was not adequately balanced with the cardinal principle of the presumption of innocence."
Zahid, who was given the opportunity to address the court, said: “I intend to perform the umrah as I have vowed to do so in accordance with the teachings of Islam, I plead with the court to allow my application based on my Islamic belief.”
Deputy public prosecutor Ahmad Sazilee Abdul Khairi objected to the appeal, saying that Zahid is facing 47 serious charges.
“It is not the government’s intention to prevent one from performing their religious obligation, but the accused is facing serious charges, and hence should be stopped from leaving the country.
"It is also to prevent any violation of bail conditions,” he said.
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January 01, 2017 Opinion » Viewpoint
It’s Memphis’ Water!
TVA’s designs on the city’s sand aquifier have exposed serious shortcomings in local water-use rules.
by Scott Banbury
The Sierra Club was disappointed by the Shelby County Groundwater Quality Control Board's recent denial of our appeal of the last two (out of five) permits that the Shelby County Health Department issued to the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to place wells in the Memphis Sand Aquifer. The stated intent of these wells is to provide the 3.5 to 5 million gallons of cooling water that will be lost to evaporation every day in the operation of a new natural gas plant.
We don't hold it against the board. They were only asked to rule on whether the Health Department followed the rules that the board promulgated nearly 30 years ago. The board did not rule on the merits of our argument — that TVA's wells may pose a threat to the future quality of our drinking water by inducing the downward leakage of lower quality water from the surficial aquifer through breaches in the confining clay layer that protects the Memphis Sand.
We are pleased, however, that our arguments have resonated with the public, with elected officials, and with the professionals who manage the Health Department's Division of Pollution Control. A broad consensus has developed that it is time to revisit the Well Permit Rules adopted in 1987.
That 1987 groundwater ordinance was progressive for its time, far surpassing state law. Commissioners rightly recognized the immense value that the high-quality water from the confined aquifers deep beneath Memphis — the Memphis Sand and Fort Pillow Sand — represented to our public health and local economy. They had the vision to implement policies to conserve this resource and protect it from pollution.
Our appeal of TVA's permit did expose several deficiencies in the rules, and the Sierra Club is now working with Health Department and County Commissioners to address them:
1) There is no provision for public notice or participation in the permitting process. We believe that the Department should maintain a notification list and make permit applications available.
2) Subjective terms like "reasonable use" need to be further defined. The criteria and procedures by which justification of need or exceptions are determined require more clarity, and the process needs to be much more robust and subject to public comment.
3) The appeal process appears to have been meant for those who have been denied a permit, rather than those who disagree with permits that were granted contrary to the intent of the rules. The time gaps between notice of issuance, deadline to file an appeal, and the hearing of the appeal need to be lengthened to allow a fair hearing of appeals.
4) At the recent hearing, the Sierra Club was not allowed to call experts from the University of Memphis Center for Applied Earth Science and Engineering Research (CAESER) or the United States Geological Survey (USGS) as witnesses, nor was the board allowed to ask them to answer any questions. The presence of such experts is essential if the board is to make science-based decisions.
5) TVA was allowed to act as a third party to the appeal, despite the fact that there is no provision for third-party intervention in the current ordinance. This allowed TVA undue influence over the rules of procedure and evidence.
6) As currently composed, the Shelby County Groundwater Quality Control Board does not adequately represent the public interest. The board should include more appointments from the public at large, specifically members who represent public health, conservation, and environmental justice interests.
7) There are several land use and/or facility siting decisions that may pose threats to our aquifers that should also be reviewed by the Groundwater Quality Control Board. These include zoning or permitting of sand and gravel mines, landfills, petroleum pipelines, and chemical or petroleum storage tanks.
The Sierra Club believes that the ideal permitting process would be similar to the Land Use Control Board's procedure for planned developments. Well or other aquifer impacting permit applicants would file a permit. If more than 10,000 gallons per day, the public would be notified and would have 30 days to submit comments and request a public hearing.
At the permit hearing, the board would hear comments from the public and hear testimony from experts from the University of Memphis, U.S. Geological Society, and others. If contested, the board would vote and forward a recommendation to the Shelby County Commission for final decision. If the commission's decision is appealed by either party, it would be heard by a court of competent jurisdiction.
It's our water, and the water is our future.
Scott Banbury is conservation program coordinator for the Tennessee chapter of the Sierra Club.
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by Paula Hayes
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Red Sox lefty Chris Sale's deceptive delivery causes illusion for hitters
By Nick Friar/@Nick_Friar
The way he physically delivers a baseball is unique, leading hitters to claim his fastball rises.
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Chris Sale doesn’t throw a baseball like anyone else. Forget the video game-like numbers he can put up, the fact he can ramp his fastball up to 100 MPH or that his slider baffles both left and right-handed hitters is special.
Now, the term “rising fastball” is thrown around from time-to-time, generally describing pitchers who throw hard from a lower arm angle. But the nature of throwing a baseball should not allow a fastball to rise.
Yet last season, opposing hitters expressed Sale’s arm-slot allows his fastball to climb as it reaches the plate, expressing it’s not a trick on their eyes — which is also why they griped about his fastball taking a noticeable jump in velocity, claiming he was already hard enough to hit before he was hitting 100 on the gun.
Even Eduardo Nunez, who faced Sale 21 times before becoming teammates, with little success (.190 average), believes the lefty’s fastball rises.
“It’s difficult to face Sale because the fastball is rising, you think it’s on you,” Nunez said. “And how he throws with his mechanics down below makes it difficult because every ball is going up.”
Left-handed hitters naturally have a tough time against Sale, with the ball starting behind them, but Nunez feels righties face another challenge with his heat for two reasons. It’s rising and coming at the hitter’s face. In turn, Sale’s secondary pitches become even more effective.
“Anytime he throws the breaking ball or changeup, you’re off-balance. You swing without quality,” Nunez said.
From a catching standpoint, Sandy Leon doesn’t notice the same problem. Unlike opposing hitters, Sale’s catcher in 18 of his 27 starts last season already knows what’s coming. That being the case, he still believes Sale’s fastball does, in fact, rise based on the one time he faced the lefty.
“As a catcher you don’t see it much, but as a hitter you feel it,” Leon said. “I only faced him one time, but you can see it a bit as a hitter, but not as a catcher. … Especially swinging, you think the ball’s right there and then it’s a little higher and that’s when you miss it or hit a fly ball.”
So what does Sale think?
“Technically speaking, it’s impossible to do,” Sale said. “You can’t make a baseball rise. I guess the spin makes it not drop as much.”
Illusion or not, Sale’s still understands how this element adds further complications for opponents. His “rising fastball” is a topic discussed in the course of analyzing outings and game planning.
Though it’s not as if the lefty decides when to make his fastball “rise.” His delivery is the cause.
“I’ve talked to (Red Sox assistant pitching coach) Brian Bannister (and) he’s more on the analytics side with spin rate, pitch efficiency, hand placement, arm angle, all that stuff, and I’ve talked with him about that a little bit,” Sale said. “It’s not something that I try to do. It’s one of those natural things where my arm-angle is, my hand-angle, it’s just kind of how it works.”
Based on the way hitters talk about and react to Sale’s pitching, there are times it seems his mechanics are near perfect. Yet he continues to find things to work on. In a recent bullpen, Pedro Martinez was giving Sale some feedback. Among what’s been discussed is the changeup, which Sale welcomes given he feels Martinez’s was “one of the best, no doubt.”
In the course of talks with Martinez, along with both Bannister and Red Sox pitching coach Dana LeVangie, Sale has figured out exactly what needs to be done to keep his changeup consistent, along with his fastball and slider.
“The key for me with my changeup is, because I throw (from a lower arm slot) sometimes my hand will get flat,” Sale said. “It cuts or kind of spins off (without depth). … Especially with the changeup, I try to create movement with it. So when that happens, sometimes my elbow will drop and it gets flat and I push it, instead of just throwing it. The main key for me is (keeping) my ring finger on top of the baseball. Once that gets sideways, it’s done. But having Pedro there to tell me that’s basically the same thing that he thought, it’s like, ‘OK, well, I’m at least on the right track.’”
Sale took another step forward towards seeing spring training action on Monday, throwing 45 pitches over three innings in a simulated game against minor league hitters. He threw 32 strikes, punched out five, hit a batter, walked a batter and gave up three hits, one being an RBI-double to end his day.
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Planet Child: New ITV documentary sees 7-year-old Sussex twins navigate London alone
Horsham twins Darcee and Judah Rose with presenters of the new ITV documentary 'Planet Child' Chris and Xand van Tulleken SUS-190105-100929001
Jasmin Martin
Seven-year-old twins from Sussex will navigate their way around London with no adult supervision during a daring TV experiment which will air tonight (May 1).
Judah and Darcee Rose are set to star in the first episode of a new three-part ITV documentary called Planet Child at 9pm.
Tim and Beccie Rose from Horsham with their two sets of twins - Darcee and Judah, and Hudson and Jaxon - who will star in new ITV documentary 'Planet Child' SUS-190105-100940001
The show presents a series of scientific experiments to delve deep into the way children experience life across Britain and the world today.
The twins, who live in Horsham with their parents Tim and Beccie and three-year-old twin brothers Jaxon and Hudson who will also appear in the show, were one of three groups aged from four to seven who were tasked with various challenges including getting themselves across the busy capital on a bus and taking a trip on the London Eye unaided.
Mum Beccie said: “You never really know how kids are going to respond to a task that is so out of their comfort zone but in all the experiments, they just went all in.
It is great that they have had this opportunity to take part in an experiment which has allowed them to have a level of freedom that our culture just wouldn’t allow.
“When I was a kid, we left our front door open and was able to roam fairly freely (without mobile phones) and it wasn’t really out of the ordinary but these days, you just can’t do that.”
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Planet Child is presented by twin doctors Chris and Xand van Tulleken who contrast the freedom given to children in other parts of the world to the ‘wrapped-in-cotton-wool’ existence British children have.
During the show, we find out how other cultures do it including how a a six-year-old boy in Tokyo routinely travels alone across the city to get to school.
One task for Judah, Darcee and the other British children sees them meet presenters Chris and Xand in a London park who give each group a map, and the instruction that they must find their way out of the park, via the souvenir shop, and to the correct bus stop, where they must catch the right bus to the London Eye.
The special buses are fitted with hidden cameras, and chaperones are around the park and onboard the buses to observe the children, with camera operators keeping a distance meaning that the children are otherwise on their own.
As the children set off across the park, Judah and Darcee get lost and walk around in circles before making it to the bus stop and onto the bus.
Beccie added: “In London, the whole experiment was under tight security and the twins were safe at all times but the difference is, they didn’t know that.
“They didn’t know that the bus was rigged with cameras and ‘actors’ so for them, it was real.
“That was part of the experiment; to see how they reacted when faced with each task as it happened.
“They were a bit apprehensive at first and they did get a bit lost at the beginning but they were so chuffed to complete the task that it was really quite emotional.
“When they arrived at the London Eye, Darcee especially said that she felt so grown up and her face was just a picture of delight and accomplishment.”
Another task as part of the programme included having a 6ft python in the family’s front room.
Once again staged for safety, the twins entered the room and came face to face with the python which was slithering freely on the coffee table.
Beccie said: “They had no idea it was there until that moment and their reaction was priceless - Judah was so excited but I genuinely wasn’t sure if he would love or hate it.
“At one point he bent down so close to the snake that they were literally eye to eye - amazing!”
The family got involved in the programme after Beccie saw an advert online asking for families to come forward.
She added: “When I read the brief, and the fact that it is the same production company as ‘The Secret Life…’, knew it would be an interesting documentary.
“So we applied and went through a rigorous process of casting, interviews and physcological profiling (safeguarding the children) and the rest is history.”
The family now plan to watch the show together with friends and the twins will stay up late especially.
Beccie, who said the twins thrived and surprised her with how they got on, said: “The different experiments that the kids have had the chance to experience has been a once in a lifetime opportunity.
“Not just being part of filming ans seeing all the behind the scenes stuff but the trip to London, the ‘risky’ play in our back garden that was set up and having a snake in the front room was all something that will stay with us as a family – what a memory!”
Planet Child will air tonight (Wednesday May 1) on ITV at 9pm.
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What Counts As 'Sex'? Why We Should Stop Focusing So Much On Intercourse
By Gigi Engle
Image by Tatjana Zlatkovic / Stocksy
In the last several months, lots of research has emerged showing that young people aren't having as much sex as prior generations. Many people interpret this trend as an indication that people aren't connecting with one another as much as they did in decades prior.
But one big problem with many of these studies is their definition of the word "sex." The standard barometer of whether sex is happening is whether there's a man with a penis inserting it into a woman's vagina.
That's not accurate.
Intercourse (i.e., a penis being inserted into a vagina) is not sex. Well, it is—but it's not the only sex there is. It is one act that is a part of a larger umbrella of "sex." And there's a lot of sex that happens that doesn't involve intercourse at all.
Every sex act is sex.
It's everything from masturbation to manual stimulation to cunnilingus, breast play, nipple licking, blow jobs—all of it. It is all sex.
Sex is everything we do sexually with one another, involving any acts that make us feel sexual pleasure and that we pursue for that explicit purpose. It doesn't matter how you "get there"; it matters that you enjoy yourself.
It's time we stop referring to "intercourse" as sex and start moving into a better, more well-rounded understanding of what constitutes sex. By placing all our eggs in the intercourse basket, we're not only leaving out people in relationships other than heterosexual cis ones; we're also robbing ourselves of better, more frequent orgasms.
The false hierarchy of sex.
When we claim that intercourse is sex, we automatically place all other sex acts below it. Intercourse becomes "the big show" and the "main event" of a sexual experience. Every other sex act, such as oral sex, anal sex, and hand sex, are considered "less than" or "not quite sex." This puts nearly everyone at a sexual disadvantage.
For female-bodied people, it completely ignores the clitoris, a crucial sex organ that is central to the female orgasm. Nearly every woman requires external clitoral stimulation to experience orgasm. This rarely, if ever, happens during intercourse without a hand, toy, or tongue involved in tandem. Yet we call oral sex and hand sex "foreplay," meaning it is the thing that comes before the "big show." To add fuel to the fire, it is also widely considered optional, providing yet another damaging effect on female sexually.
The term "foreplay" enforces an unequal gender hierarchy: A female orgasm is secondary to a male orgasm. In sex between men and women, defining sex as "intercourse" makes female orgasms an afterthought.
For male-bodied people, it adds a ton of pressure to "perform." When "sex" is made to be all about a person with a penis being able to thrust it into a vagina, hard erections that last a long, long time become vital to being a satisfactory partner in bed. What if you tend to orgasm quickly from penetration? What if you have a small penis? Suddenly you're a lackluster lover. This sets the stage for feelings of inadequacy, performance anxiety, and general discomfort around sex. But these negative narratives are all based around an incomplete picture of what sex really is: After all, a guy with a smaller penis who can use his tongue, hands, or a toy is far better equipped for delivering orgasms than one with zero skills and an enormous penis.
And of course, for same-sex couples, intercourse may not even be on the table. What is sex then if there is no P in the V in the game? It leaves same-sex people out of the equation completely.
Where does this misconception come from?
A lot of the confusion stems from inadequate sex education programs, many of which reinforce tired stereotypes, gender norms, and narratives about sex being inherently "dirty" or "bad." According to the 2018 SIECUS report, "21 states do not require sex education or HIV/STI instruction to be any of the following: age-appropriate, medically accurate, culturally appropriate, or evidence-based/evidence informed." Furthermore, 32 states require abstinence-only education if HIV instruction is provided.
Even many more thorough sex ed programs primarily focus on pregnancy prevention and STI prevention through condom use, which reinforces that "sex" means "intercourse." And you'd be hard-pressed to find many sex ed programs that actually talk about sexual pleasure, which might allow for broader definitions of sex. All of this together means the only sex we ever hear about in an academic setting is heterosexual intercourse.
Additionally, part of our stubborn adherence to making intercourse the definition of sex is in service of the virginity myth. Society wants to maintain a clear-cut definition of what makes someone a "virgin."
Virginity is simply a social construct we created long ago based on the idea that sex is inherently shameful. It was used to differentiate between the "pure" people who haven't had sex and the "dirty" people who have, and today many conservative cultures around the world still embrace this harmful and false dichotomy.
Sex is a part of the human experience. All people are born with sexuality. It is as normal and natural as eating and sleeping. By placing emphasis on virginity, it inherently makes us feel ashamed of and uncomfortable with our bodies and feelings. This is objectively not a healthy way to live.
Broadening the definition of "sex."
Would the results of research on sexual activity trends look different if we specifically asked about sexual acts other than heterosexual intercourse? It's possible. After all, if our fear is about people connecting, shouldn't we acknowledge that a couple giving each other pleasure through oral alone regularly is just as connected as a couple that has intercourse regularly?
Everyone benefits from new understandings of what makes sex sex. When we recognize all sex acts as equal—part of a beautiful patchwork of human sexual expression—we open up new avenues for education, exploration, and the ability to secure a less shame-laden future for younger generations.
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Gigi Engle
Gigi Engle is a certified sex coach, clinical sexologist, and feminist writer. As a sex educator with the Alexander Institute and Pleasure Professional with O.School, she teaches a...
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Video of the Week: Arctic Footage Filmed by a Polar Bear!
Chris Miller June 20, 2014 0
The U.S. Geological Survey has released a clip of the first video shot from the neck of a polar bear on Arctic sea ice.
In April, scientists led by research biologist Anthony Pagano placed cameras on four females roaming Beaufort Sea ice north of Alaska’s Prudhoe Bay. They are attempting to discover how polar bears are acting in response to the loss of their natural habitat of sea ice due to climate change. The scientists hope that these videos will give them new insights into how the bears are coping to the loss of ice in terms of energy expenditure and nutritional challenges
This particular bear is shown entering the icy ocean waters, trying to eat a frozen seal, and even interacting with a male!
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Growing up with a family dedicated to exploring nature through seemingly endless trips, Chris developed a passion for travel at an early age. His passion for both exploration and the environment only intensified after a life-changing trip to Italy. He currently attends the University of Colorado Boulder and is studying both business and psychology.
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Uganda Climate change Stats
CO2 emissions > Kg per 2000 US$ of GDP: CO2 emissions (kg per 2000 US$ of GDP). Carbon dioxide emissions are those stemming from the burning of fossil fuels and the manufacture of cement. They include carbon dioxide produced during consumption of solid, liquid, and gas fuels and gas flaring.
CO2 emissions > Kt: CO2 emissions (kt). Carbon dioxide emissions are those stemming from the burning of fossil fuels and the manufacture of cement. They include carbon dioxide produced during consumption of solid, liquid, and gas fuels and gas flaring.
CO2 emissions > Kt per 1000: CO2 emissions (kt). Carbon dioxide emissions are those stemming from the burning of fossil fuels and the manufacture of cement. They include carbon dioxide produced during consumption of solid, liquid, and gas fuels and gas flaring. Figures expressed per thousand population for the same year.
CO2 emissions > Metric tons per capita: CO2 emissions (metric tons per capita). Carbon dioxide emissions are those stemming from the burning of fossil fuels and the manufacture of cement. They include carbon dioxide produced during consumption of solid, liquid, and gas fuels and gas flaring.
CO2 emissions from gaseous fuel consumption > % of total: CO2 emissions from gaseous fuel consumption (% of total). Carbon dioxide emissions from liquid fuel consumption refer mainly to emissions from use of natural gas as an energy source.
CO2 emissions from gaseous fuel consumption > Kt: CO2 emissions from gaseous fuel consumption (kt). Carbon dioxide emissions from liquid fuel consumption refer mainly to emissions from use of natural gas as an energy source.
CO2 emissions from gaseous fuel consumption > Kt per 1000: CO2 emissions from gaseous fuel consumption (kt). Carbon dioxide emissions from liquid fuel consumption refer mainly to emissions from use of natural gas as an energy source. Figures expressed per thousand population for the same year.
CO2 emissions from liquid fuel consumption > % of total: CO2 emissions from liquid fuel consumption (% of total). Carbon dioxide emissions from liquid fuel consumption refer mainly to emissions from use of petroleum-derived fuels as an energy source.
CO2 emissions from liquid fuel consumption > Kt: CO2 emissions from liquid fuel consumption (kt). Carbon dioxide emissions from liquid fuel consumption refer mainly to emissions from use of petroleum-derived fuels as an energy source.
CO2 emissions from liquid fuel consumption > Kt per 1000: CO2 emissions from liquid fuel consumption (kt). Carbon dioxide emissions from liquid fuel consumption refer mainly to emissions from use of petroleum-derived fuels as an energy source. Figures expressed per thousand population for the same year.
CO2 emissions from solid fuel consumption > % of total: CO2 emissions from solid fuel consumption (% of total). Carbon dioxide emissions from solid fuel consumption refer mainly to emissions from use of coal as an energy source.
CO2 emissions from solid fuel consumption > Kt: CO2 emissions from solid fuel consumption (kt). Carbon dioxide emissions from solid fuel consumption refer mainly to emissions from use of coal as an energy source.
CO2 emissions from solid fuel consumption > Kt per 1000: CO2 emissions from solid fuel consumption (kt). Carbon dioxide emissions from solid fuel consumption refer mainly to emissions from use of coal as an energy source. Figures expressed per thousand population for the same year.
GHG net emissions/removals by LUCF > Mt of CO2 equivalent: GHG net emissions/removals by LUCF (Mt of CO2 equivalent). GHG net emissions/removals by LUCF refers to changes in atmospheric levels of all greenhouse gases attributable to forest and land-use change activities, including but not limited to (1) emissions and removals of CO2 from decreases or increases in biomass stocks due to forest management, logging, fuelwood collection, etc.; (2) conversion of existing forests and natural grasslands to other land uses; (3) removal of CO2 from the abandonment of formerly managed lands (e.g. croplands and pastures); and (4) emissions and removals of CO2 in soil associated with land-use change and management. For Annex-I countries under the UNFCCC, these data are drawn from the annual GHG inventories submitted to the UNFCCC by each country; for non-Annex-I countries, data are drawn from the most recently submitted National Communication where available. Because of differences in reporting years and methodologies, these data are not generally considered comparable across countries. Data are in million metric tons.
GHG net emissions/removals by LUCF > Mt of CO2 equivalent per million: GHG net emissions/removals by LUCF (Mt of CO2 equivalent). GHG net emissions/removals by LUCF refers to changes in atmospheric levels of all greenhouse gases attributable to forest and land-use change activities, including but not limited to (1) emissions and removals of CO2 from decreases or increases in biomass stocks due to forest management, logging, fuelwood collection, etc.; (2) conversion of existing forests and natural grasslands to other land uses; (3) removal of CO2 from the abandonment of formerly managed lands (e.g. croplands and pastures); and (4) emissions and removals of CO2 in soil associated with land-use change and management. For Annex-I countries under the UNFCCC, these data are drawn from the annual GHG inventories submitted to the UNFCCC by each country; for non-Annex-I countries, data are drawn from the most recently submitted National Communication where available. Because of differences in reporting years and methodologies, these data are not generally considered comparable across countries. Data are in million metric tons. Figures expressed per million population for the same year.
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CO2 emissions > Kg per 2000 US$ of GDP $0.28 2010 146th out of 182
CO2 emissions > Kt 3,784.34 2010 127th out of 198
CO2 emissions > Kt per 1000 0.111 2010 184th out of 198
CO2 emissions > Metric tons per capita 0.111 2010 184th out of 198
CO2 emissions from gaseous fuel consumption > % of total 0.0 2010 139th out of 198
CO2 emissions from gaseous fuel consumption > Kt 0.0 2010 139th out of 198
CO2 emissions from gaseous fuel consumption > Kt per 1000 0.0 2010 139th out of 198
CO2 emissions from liquid fuel consumption > % of total 91.47% 2010 56th out of 197
CO2 emissions from liquid fuel consumption > Kt 3,461.65 2010 109th out of 197
CO2 emissions from liquid fuel consumption > Kt per 1000 0.102 2010 176th out of 197
CO2 emissions from solid fuel consumption > % of total 0.0 2010 134th out of 198
CO2 emissions from solid fuel consumption > Kt 0.0 2010 134th out of 198
CO2 emissions from solid fuel consumption > Kt per 1000 0.0 2010 134th out of 198
GHG net emissions/removals by LUCF > Mt of CO2 equivalent 8.25 1994 10th out of 93
GHG net emissions/removals by LUCF > Mt of CO2 equivalent per million 0.411 1994 16th out of 93
SOURCES: Carbon Dioxide Information Analysis Center, Environmental Sciences Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Tennessee, United States.; Carbon Dioxide Information Analysis Center, Environmental Sciences Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Tennessee, United States. Population figures from World Bank: (1) United Nations Population Division. World Population Prospects, (2) United Nations Statistical Division. Population and Vital Statistics Report (various years), (3) Census reports and other statistical publications from national statistical offices, (4) Eurostat: Demographic Statistics, (5) Secretariat of the Pacific Community: Statistics and Demography Programme, and (6) U.S. Census Bureau: International Database.; United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.; United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Population figures from World Bank: (1) United Nations Population Division. World Population Prospects, (2) United Nations Statistical Division. Population and Vital Statistics Report (various years), (3) Census reports and other statistical publications from national statistical offices, (4) Eurostat: Demographic Statistics, (5) Secretariat of the Pacific Community: Statistics and Demography Programme, and (6) U.S. Census Bureau: International Database.
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Uncover. Reveal. Expose.
San Diego-Based Porn Website Lays Off Employees As Civil Trial Set to Begin
Attorney for the website also paid $110,000 to avoid sanctions in a federal bankruptcy case.
By Dorian Hargrove and Tom Jones
Published Jun 25, 2019 at 5:20 PM | Updated at 9:50 AM PDT on Jun 26, 2019
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Women say the owners of the website Girls Do Porn set up an elaborate scheme using fake names, reference girls paid to lie and promises that the videos would be sold to private collectors.
The attorney representing a San Diego-based porn website accused of coercing young women to have sex on-camera has agreed to pay $110,000 to resolve accusations that his client filed for bankruptcy in order to delay an upcoming civil trial.
In addition, text messages attached to a bankruptcy court filing obtained by NBC 7 Investigates reveal the website, Girls Do Porn, was forced to lay off employees and banned from posting ads for new models on Craigslist.
The court documents filed in Federal Bankruptcy Court are tied to a June 2016 civil lawsuit filed by 22 women who accuse the company and owner, Michael Pratt, of lying to them to convince them to have sex on camera.
According to the civil lawsuit, as well as interviews with women who agreed to share their stories with NBC 7, the website relied on Craigslist to find women between the ages of 18-to-22 who were looking for quick cash. One of the women said she was 17-years-old when she answered the ad and had turned 18 two weeks prior to flying out to San Diego to film.
After responding to the Craigslist ad, the women allege the website’s owners weaved an intricate tale to convince them to appear in the videos.
Uncovering A San Diego Porn Scheme
NBC 7's Investigates reporter Mari Payton spoke to women victimized by a scheme they say tricks girls into filming porn for mass consumption.
(Published Friday, Feb. 8, 2019)
But on January 29 that case was put on hole after Pratt, through his attorney Aaron Sadock, filed for bankruptcy. The filing came hours after the judge in the civil trial found the women “made a sufficient showing that Defendants engaged in malice, fraud or oppression.”
Attorneys for the 22 women accused Pratt and his attorney of filing a bogus bankruptcy case in order to stall the civil trial.
Federal judge Laura Taylor later heard the case and declined to delay the civil case, later questioning the intent of the filing.
"The fact that he may have financial problems in the future if he is unsuccessful in the trial in the State Court Action might be sufficient to justify a filing, but this was clearly not Mr. Pratt’s intent as evidenced by his dismissal of the bankruptcy case immediately after remand of the State Court Action,” read Taylor’s ruling. “As a result, it appears the petition was not filed in a good faith attempt to reorganize his financial affairs but rather in a bad faith effort to thwart the State Court Action."
Attorneys for the women followed Taylor’s ruling with a request to sanction Pratt’s attorney $160,000.
Listen to how the NBC 7 Investigates team uncovered this story in INSIGHT: Episode Two. Listen below or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.
In that motion for sanctions, the attorneys for the women attached text messages that Pratt had sent to a former employee who was later subpoenaed in the civil trial. According the plaintiffs, the text messages produced by that former employee suggest Pratt was prepared to file for bankruptcy if the civil case took a turn for the worse.
“As soon as I bankrupt the business they are fu@#ed...the case gets held,” wrote Pratt in a September 17, 2018 text message, three months before the civil case ruling in January of this year.
The text message thread also reveals Pratt had laid off workers and the company had been banned from posting ads on Craigslist.
“[Craiglist is] removing our ads and blocking our emails,” Pratt wrote in September of last year. The texts were made public for the first time in a May 28 court filing.
On May 24, although denying that the text messages were anything more than “private venting,” Sadock agreed to pay $110,000 to the women’s attorneys to settle the request for sanctions before any hearing was held.
“While, in hindsight, removing the matter may have been a mistake, Mr. Sadock [filed] the removal because he reasonably believed there were grounds to do so following consultation with an experienced bankruptcy attorney,” read the settlement offer.
The settlement offer filed by Sadock’s attorneys also provided a reason for Pratt’s decision to file for bankruptcy, most notably the revenue lost as a result of no longer being able to post the company’s modeling ads online.
“Pratt found himself considering bankruptcy when he had to lay off employees and he lost an advertising stream as consequences of the prosecution of the State Court Action,” read Sadock’s settlement offer.
Brian Holm represents the 22 women in the civil trial. Holm said the bankruptcy filing was only the latest attempt to stop the civil action.
“For the past three years, Defendants and their attorneys have defended this case by trying to intimidate, harass and annoy plaintiffs in the hopes that they would simply walk away. Our clients have stood tall and are grateful to finally have their day in court. They look forward to exposing defendants as frauds and obtaining vindication for every woman defendant have victimized over the last ten years.”
Pratt’s attorney Sadock did not respond to a request for comment on the settlement.
Opening statements in the trial are set to begin July 1, 2019.
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2010 French Open - Day 15
King of clay
Rafael Nadal didn't drop a single set en route to capturing the men's singles championship at the French Open in 2010.
A champion once again
Earning a 6-4, 6-2, 6-4 victory over No. 5 Robin Soderling, No. 2 Rafael Nadal captured his fifth singles title at the French Open.
Hitting off balance
Unforced errors proved to be Robin Soderling's downfall in the men's championship, as he hit 45 errors to just 32 winners.
Aggressive play
Hitting 28 winners to 16 unforced errors, Spain's Rafael Nadal beat Sweden's Robin Soderling on June 6, 2010.
No safety on serve
Robin Soderling was broken four times on 12 chances by Rafael Nadal, while the Swede couldn't convert on any of his eight opportunities.
Jumping for joy
With his 2010 championship victory, No. 2 Rafael Nadal of Spain now has a 38-1 career record at Roland Garros.
Winning just 81 points to Rafael Nadal's 100, Robin Soderling fell in the championship match.
Serving up a title
Winning 51 of 69 points on his first serve and 13 of 20 points on his second serve helped Rafael Nadal win the singles title on Day 15.
No. 5 Robin Soderling of Sweden finished as the runner up for the second straight year at the French Open, falling in 2009 to Roger Federer and in 2010 to Rafael Nadal.
Calm, cool and collected
Despite playing in conditions colder and damper than he normally likes, Spain's Rafael Nadal needed just 138 minutes to defeat Sweden's Robin Soderling in the final.
Hearing the music
Jay-Z and Beyonce were among the many fans in attendance at the French Open men's championship on June 6, 2010.
Nadal up early
Starting his quest for his fifth French Open title on a strong note, Spain's Rafael Nadal took the first set in his championship battle against Sweden's Robin Soderling by a 6-4 score. Nadal moved one set away from the win by taking the second set, 6-2.
Second chance for Soderling
Making his second straight appearance in the French Open men's singles championship match, Sweden's Robin Soderling was looking for his first career Grand Slam title.
Royal presence
Spain's Queen Sofia (left) and French Prime Minister Francois Fillon took in the action at the men's championship match on June 6, 2010.
Reflecting glory
Agustin Velotti of Argentina captured the boys' singles crown with a 6-4, 7-5 victory over Andrea Collarini of the United States.
Too far out of reach
American Andrea Collarini couldn't convert on any of his seven break point chances in the boys' singles final against Argentina's Agustin Velotti.
Setting himself up
Winning 42 of 55 points on his first serve and 10 of 19 points on his second serve, Agustin Velotti won his championship match against Andrea Collarini on Day 15.
With a 6-2, 7-5 Day 15 victory over Tunisia's Ons Jabeur, Elina Svitolina of the Ukraine earned the girls' singles championship trophy.
After 75 minutes on the court, Ons Jabeur had to settle for runner-up honors in the girls' singles tournament.
Elina Svitolina won 77 points to Ons Jabeur's 64 on June 6, 2010.
Still at the top
John McEnroe and teammate Andres Gomez of Ecuador earned a 6-1, 6-1 victory over Iran's Mansour Bahrami and France's Henri Leconte during their men's legends over 45 doubles match.
Up and at 'em
Neither Iran's Mansour Bahrami nor his legends partner Henri Leconte of France had much luck holding serve against serve against American John McEnroe and Ecuador's Andres Gomez on Day 15.
Pick your poison
Iran's Mansour Bahrami had many options when choosing which ball to use in serving in the men's legends match on June 6, 2010.
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Muslim Aid's message on World Book Day
On the occasion of World Book Day on 7th March, Muslim Aid expressed solidarity with development organisations and educational institutions that support children in developing countries by providing access to books and educational resources.
In many developing countries, especially rural areas, children just do not have access to books, libraries, e-technology or educational resources, depriving them of exploring the pleasures of books and reading. Expensive shipping costs prevent importation of even second hand books in sufficient quantity to meet the demand.
A spokesman for Muslim Aid said: “Books and educational resources are vital tools for development both in the UK and internationally. Promoting an understanding and awareness of this amongst future generations will ensure that a world free of poverty in the near future is a real possibility.”
Muslim Aid runs several programmes throughout the world in Europe, Africa and Asia which facilitate children with books and educational resources. In Bosnia Muslim Aid implemented Molly the Mobile Library, which visits different schools in order to provide books to pupils and children in remote areas. Muslim Aid’s Rainbow Family Child Support Programme ensures that children, whose families cannot afford books, have access to books and educational resources. Our donors, who support children through Rainbow Family Programme, are also able to send story books through our headquarters.
Muslim Aid is a relief and development agency set up in the United Kingdom in 1985 to provide humanitarian assistance to disaster affected countries and to help poor and vulnerable communities overcome poverty. Over the last 27 years, Muslim Aid has delivered services in over 70 countries worldwide. Muslim Aid works with all communities irrespective of faith, ethnic origin or political system. Muslim Aid programmes include emergency relief, capacity building through water, sanitation and health programmes, education and skills training, microfinance and income generation and orphan care. As well as giving practical assistance, Muslim Aid tackles poverty by developing sustainable solutions, advocating for a more just and sustainable future.
For further information about the work of Muslim Aid and its overseas field offices, please visit the Muslim Aid website at www.muslimaid.org to tune in to Muslim Aid TV or go to our Twitter Account Muslim_Aid or contact PR office on (+44) 020 7377 4200; media@muslimaid.orgThis or via post on PO Box 3| London | E1 1WP.
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Comic books in 'Marvel Cinematic Universe'
Issue #1-1ST
Art of Captain America The First Avenger HC (2011 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Art of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (part 4), Art Book, Captain America, Marvel Cinematic Universe
Published Jul 2011 by Marvel.
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1st printing. Written by MATTHEW K. MANNING. Continuing their popular Art of series of movie tie-in books, Marvel presents their latest blockbuster achievement, The Art of Captain America: The First Avenger. Featuring exclusive production artwork, behind-the-scenes photography and in-depth interviews with the cast and crew, The Art of Captain America: The First Avenger provides an insider's look into the making of the highly anticipated film directed by Joe Johnston and starring Chris Evans and Hugo Weaving. Written by comic-book writer and historian Matthew K. Manning with dynamic page designs by Mike Zagari. Hardcover (with Slipcase), 240 pages, full color. Cover price $49.99.
Art of Doctor Strange HC (2016 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Art of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (part 15), Art Book, Doctor Strange, Marvel Cinematic Universe
1st printing.
Get an exclusive look at the art behind one of Marvel's most visually compelling Super Heroes in this latest installment of the popular ART OF series of movie tie-in books!
When a terrible accident befalls extraordinary surgeon Dr. Stephen Strange, he'll do anything to regain mobility in his crippled hands. His journey will take him to unbelievable realms - and bring him face-to-face with petrifying dangers. Explore the fantastic worlds of Doctor Strange with exclusive concept artwork and in-depth analysis from the filmmakers. Go behind the scenes in this deluxe keepsake volume as Marvel Studios once again brings its strange history to the silver screen!
Hardcover (with Slipcase), 240 pages, full color.
Cover price $50.00.
Art of Iron Man 2 HC (2010 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Art of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (part 2), Iron Man, Marvel Cinematic Universe
Published May 2010 by Marvel.
1st printing. By JOHN BARBER. An insider's look at the most anticipated film of 2010! Behind every great Iron Man stands a dedicated group of artists - and now, their secrets are revealed. In THE ART OF IRON MAN 2, you'll find everything from preliminary sketches to fully rendered 3-D images; storyboards to intricate set designs; and all the heroes, villains and technology you've ever imagined! All of Iron Man's new armors, all of Whiplash's weapons, Tony Stark's lab and more are profiled with art and commentary from creators (including comic book fan-favorite Adi Granov). Plus: an unbelievable fold-out section, a sumptuous slipcase and the never-before seen storyboards of the movie's thrilling climax as storyboarded by Genndy Tartakovsky (Star Wars: Clone Wars, Samurai Jack, Powerpuff Girls). Hardcover (with Slipcase), 11 1/2-in. x 10-in., 208 pages, full color Cover price $49.99.
Tags: Art of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (part 6), Art Book, Iron Man, Marvel Cinematic Universe
1st printing. Written by Stuart Moore, and Marie Javins. Continuing their popular ART OF series of movie tie in books, Marvel presents its latest blockbuster achievement! Featuring exclusive concept artwork, behind the scenes photographs, production stills, and in depth interviews with the cast and crew, THE ART OF IRON MAN 3 provides an insider s look into the making of the highly anticipated film directed by Shane Black and starring Robert Downey Jr. This keepsake volume is co-written by comic book authors and novelists Stuart Moore and Marie Javins! Hardcover (Slipcase) 240 pages, full color. Cover price $49.99.
Art of Iron Man HC (2008 Marvel) #1-1ST
A comprehensive behind-the-scenes look at the blockbuster IRON MAN movie - featuring exclusive content from concept art to armor design to unreleased stills to a look at the creative process. It's everything you wanted to know about the making of the movie from all the key players - including Jon Favreau, Stan Winston, Marvel's Kevin Feige and more!
Hardcover, 11 1/2-in. x 10-in., 200 pages, full color.
Note: This title will have a limited print run.
Art of Iron Man HC (2018 Titan Comics) Marvel Studios: The First Ten Years #1-1ST
Published Oct 2018 by Titan Comics.
Text by John Rhett Thomas.
Packed with exclusive content, this is a comprehensive behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind the first Marvel Studios movie, Iron Man, which set the bar for the raft of blockbusters to follow. Covering the film's complete artistic evolution, from initial concept through armor design and on to the final rendering seen on screen.
Now with a slipcase featuring new Meinerding art and a new Foreword by Executive Producer Louis D'Esposito.
Hardcover (with Slipcase), 10-in. x 12-in., 208 pages, full color.
Art of Iron Man SC (2010 Marvel) #1-1ST
Published Apr 2010 by Marvel.
1st printing. By JOHN RHETT THOMAS. Cover by ADI GRANOV. FROM COMIC-BOOK LEGEND TO SILVER SCREEN SUPER HERO! Get a close-up look at the evolution of the three on-screen versions of Tony Stark's futuristic armor - and that of his nemesis, the Iron Monger. Learn how the creative minds behind Iron Man brought the blockbuster motion picture to life through the use of storyboards, animatics and previsualization techniques. Experience the wonder of Stark Industries' most cutting-edge technology. Softcover, 11 1/2-in. x 10-in., 208 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.
Art of Marvel Ant-Man HC (2015 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Art of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (part 13), Avengers, Marvel Cinematic Universe
Experience the true scale of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with the latest entry in Marvel's ART OF series. Armed with the astonishing ability to shrink in size but increase in strength, master thief Scott Lang must embrace his inner hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank Pym, protect his spectacular Ant-Man suit from a new generation of towering threats.
Stars Paul Rudd and Michael Douglas take up the mantles of Scott Lang and Hank Pym as Marvel's Ant-Man brings the founding Avengers member to the big screen for the first time. In this keepsake volume, explore script secrets and production designs that showcase the creativity of Marvel's talented filmmakers. With intricate concept art, full-color photography from the set and finished film, and commentary from the filmmakers, including Director Peyton Reed, this collectible will delight new and old fans alike!
Hardcover (with Slipcase), 240 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $49.99.
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Art of Marvel Studios Captain Marvel HC (2019 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Art of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (part 22), Art Book, Avengers, Marvel Cinematic Universe
Published Mar 2019 by Marvel.
Text by Eleni Roussos.
Go behind the scenes of the highly anticipated Captain Marvel film with this latest in Marvel's ART OF series! Ace Air Force pilot Carol Danvers becomes one of the universe's most powerful heroes when Earth is caught in the middle of a galactic war between two alien races! This collectible volume is full of exclusive concept art and interviews with the creators behind Marvel Studios' first solo super heroine!
Issue #SET-01
Art of Marvel Studios HC (2011 Marvel) Slipcase Set #SET-01
Tags: Art of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (part SET), Art Book, Avengers, Captain America, Iron Man, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Thor
Published Sep 2011 by Marvel.
SET-01 - Includes Poster - NOTE: Printings on books may vary - Includes Art of Iron Man HC (2008), Art of Iron Man 2 HC (2010), Art of Thor: The Movie HC (2011) and Art of Captain America: The First Avenger HC (2011). Written by MATTHEW K. MANNING, JOHN BARBER and JOHN RHETT THOMAS. FROM COMIC-BOOK LEGENDS TO SILVER-SCREEN SUPER HEROES! Marvel presents an insider's look into the making of its cinematic universe - assembling three Avengers in one stylish slipcase. Featuring exclusive production artwork, behind-the-scenes photography, and in-depth cast-and-crew interviews, this four-book collection is a must have for any fan of Mighty Marvel movies! Hardcover (4 Volumes), 896 pages (4 Volumes) All Ages Cover price $150.00.
Art of Marvel Studios SC (2012 Marvel) Slipcase Set #SET-01
Tags: Art of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (part SET), Art Book, Captain America, Iron Man, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Thor
Set-01 - NOTE: Printings on books may vary - Includes Art of Iron Man SC (2008), Art of Iron Man 2 SC (2010), Art of Thor: The Movie SC (2011) and Art of Captain America: The First Avenger SC (2011).
Text by MATTHEW K. MANNING, JOHN BARBER and JOHN RHETT THOMAS.
FROM COMIC-BOOK LEGENDS TO SILVER-SCREEN SUPER HEROES!
Marvel presents an insider's look into the making of its cinematic universe - assembling three Avengers in one stylish slipcase. Featuring exclusive production artwork, behind-the-scenes photography, and in-depth cast-and-crew interviews, this four-book collection is a must have for any fan of Mighty Marvel movies!
Softcover (4 Volumes with slipcase), 912 pages (Total), full color. All Ages
Art of Marvel Studios Thor Ragnarok HC (2017 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Art of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (part 17), Art Book, Doctor Strange, Hulk, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Thor
1st printing. By Eleni Roussos. Get an exclusive look at the art and designs behind the Mighty Avenger's newest film in this latest installment of the popular ART OF series of movie tie-in books! A new all-powerful being threatens the destruction of Asgard, but Thor is trapped on the other side of the universe and must race against time to save his civilization. Go behind the scenes with exclusive concept artwork and in-depth analysis from the filmmakers in this keepsake volume, and get insider details about the making of the highly anticipated film! Hardcover (with Slipcase), 328 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $50.00.
Art of the Avengers HC (2012 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Art of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (part 5), Art Book, Avengers, Marvel Cinematic Universe
1st printing. Written by Jason Surrell. Marvel Studios Takes Readers Behind The Scenes Of One Of The Most Eagerly Anticipated Films Of All Time In The Art Of The Avengers. This Keepsake Volume Is An Experiential Journey Through The Entire Film From Beginning To End - Featuring Stunning Concept Art, Full-Color Photographs From The Set As Well As The Finished Film, Excerpts From The Script, And Exclusive Interviews With The Cast And Crew - Including Writer/Director Joss Whedon, Producer Kevin Feige And, Of Course, The Avengers Themselves. From Costume And Production Design To Visual Effects And Creature Creation, The Art Of The Avengers Is A Lavish Showcase Of All The Artistry And Creativity That Brings The Marvel Cinematic Universe To Life Onscreen. Avengers Assemble! Hardcover (with Slipcase), 304 pages, Full Color. Cover price $49.99.
Issue #1-REP
Art of the Avengers HC (2012 Marvel) #1-REP
Published 2012 by Marvel.
2nd and later printings. Written by Jason Surrell. Marvel Studios Takes Readers Behind The Scenes Of One Of The Most Eagerly Anticipated Films Of All Time In The Art Of The Avengers. This Keepsake Volume Is An Experiential Journey Through The Entire Film From Beginning To End - Featuring Stunning Concept Art, Full-Color Photographs From The Set As Well As The Finished Film, Excerpts From The Script, And Exclusive Interviews With The Cast And Crew - Including Writer/Director Joss Whedon, Producer Kevin Feige And, Of Course, The Avengers Themselves. From Costume And Production Design To Visual Effects And Creature Creation, The Art Of The Avengers Is A Lavish Showcase Of All The Artistry And Creativity That Brings The Marvel Cinematic Universe To Life Onscreen. Avengers Assemble! Hardcover (with Slipcase), 304 pages, Full Color. Cover price $49.99.
Art of Thor The Dark World HC (2013 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Art of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (part 7), Art Book, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Thor
1st printing. Written by Stuart Moore and Marie Javins. Continuing their popular ART OF series of movie tie-in books, Marvel presents its latest blockbuster achievement! Featuring exclusive concept artwork, behind-the-scenes photographs, production stills, and in-depth interviews with the cast and crew, THE ART OF THOR: THE DARK WORLD provides an insider's look into the making of the highly anticipated film directed by Alan Taylor and starring Tom Hiddleston and Chris Hemsworth! Hardcover (with slipcase), 272 pages, full color. Cover price $49.99.
Art of Thor The Movie HC (2011 Marvel) #1-1ST
1st printing. Text by MATTHEW K. MANNING. Continuing their popular ART OF series of movie tie-in books, Marvel presents its latest blockbuster achievement! Featuring exclusive production artwork, behind-the-scenes photography, and in-depth interviews with the cast and crew, THE ART OF THOR provides an insider's look into the making of the highly anticipated film directed by Kenneth Branagh, and starring Chris Hemsworth, Anthony Hopkins and Natalie Portman. Written by comic-book author and historian Matthew K. Manning with dynamic page designs by MAZ! Hardcover (with Slipcase), 11 1/2-in. x 10 1/2-in., 224 pages, full color. Cover price $49.99.
Avengers Endgame The Official Movie Special HC (2019 Titan Books) #1-1ST
Tags: Avengers, Doctor Strange, Guardians of the Galaxy, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Spider-Man, Thanos
Published May 2019 by Titan Books.
Behind-the-scenes superhero secrets from Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame! This deluxe hardcover edition includes stunning images, cast and crew interviews, and in-depth articles,taking fans step-by-step on the road to a story ten years in the telling!
Hardcover, 96 pages, full color.
Avengers Prelude Black Widow Strikes TPB (2012 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Avengers, Marvel Cinematic Universe
1st printing. Collects Avengers Black Widow Strikes (2012) #1-3 and Tales of Suspense (1959-1968) #52.
Written by Fred Van Lente, Stan Lee and N. Korok. Art by Neil Edwards, Steve Kurth, Ron Lim, Agustin Padilla, Wellinton Alves, Renato Arlem, Nelson Pereira, Jaime Mendoza, Rick Magyar, Andrew Hennessy and Don Heck.
Art by Neil Edwards, Steve Kurth, Rick Magyar, and Andrew Hennessy. A new Black Widow solo adventure from the Marvel Cinematic Universe! Before Natasha assembles with the Avengers Initiative, see her travel back to her homeland to match wits and fists with a deadly admirer in this hard-hitting espionage adventure set between the events of IRON MAN 2 and MARVEL'S THE AVENGERS!
Softcover, 96 pages, full color.
Avengers Prelude Fury's Big Week (2012 Marvel) #1
Chris Yost & Eric Pearson (W). Luke Ross & Daniel HDR (A). Cover By Gerald Parel. The Newest Installment Of The Official Marvel Cinematic Universe Tie-In Comics Is Here Just In Time For The Avengers Movie! How Will S.H.I.E.L.D. Maintain The Status Quo In A World Full Of Gamma-Powered Rage Monsters, Hammer Wielding Gods And Men In Iron Suits? What Exactly Is The Avengers Initiative? If You Thought You Knew Everything There Was To Know About Director Nick Fury And The Elusive Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. - Think Again! Cover price $2.99.
(W) Christopher Yost, Eric Pearson. (A) Agustin Padilla, Wellinton Alves, Don Ho, Rick Ketcham. (CA) Gerald Parel The Official Marvel Cinematic Universe Tie-In Comic To The Avengers Comes To An Explosive Conclusion! How Does Nick Fury Handle The Biggest Heroes In The Universe? Who Are The Real Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D? Includes Exciting And Never-Before-Seen Moments From Marvel's Biggest Blockbusters! Cover price $2.99.
Published Jun 2012 by Marvel.
Avengers Road to Marvel's The Avengers TPB (2012 Marvel) #1-1ST
1st printing. Collects Iron Man I am Iron Man (2010) #1-2, Iron Man 2 Public Identity (2010 Marvel) #1-3, Iron Man 2 Agents of Shield (2010) and Captain America First Vengeance (2011 Marvel) #1-4. Written by PETER DAVID, CHRISTOS GAGE, JOE CASEY, JUSTIN THEROUX and FRED VAN LENTE. Art by SEAN CHEN, HUGO PETRUS, BARRY KITSON, RON LIM, TIMOTHY GREEN II, FELIX RUIZ, MATT CAMP, LUKE ROSS, NEIL EDWARDS, JAVI FERNANDEZ and RICH ELSON. Cover by CHARLIE WEN and PAOLO RIVERA. Gear up for the Avengers movie with these official, in-continuity stories! First, it's an expanded re-imagining of the original Iron Man, featuring bonus scenes not in the movie! Next, what happened between the events of Iron Man and Iron Man 2? How did Tony Stark put a new chapter in the history books, and break and rewrite all the rules? Then, it's Black Widow, Nick Fury and Agent Coulson in espionage action! And finally, Steve Rogers was the inspiration for millions during WWII - but where did he get his inspiration? How did he meet his best friend, "Bucky" Barnes? And what set him on the path to becoming Captain America, the First Avenger? Softcover, 256 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.
Black Panther Prelude TPB (2018 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Black Panther, Marvel Cinematic Universe
Published Jan 2018 by Marvel.
1st printing. Collects Black Panther Prelude (2017) #1-2, Jungle Action (1972-1976 Marvel) #6-7, Black Panther (2005-2008 Marvel 3rd Series) #2, Black Panther (2016) #1 and material from Black Panther (1998-2003 Marvel 2nd Series) #19.
Written by Will Pilgrim, Don McGregor, Reginald Hudlin, and Ta-Nehisi Coates. Art by Annapaola Martello, Rich Buckler, Klaus Janson, John Romita, Jr., and Brian Stelfreeze.
Wakanda. The most technologically advanced nation in the world - and protected by the mighty Black Panther! Now, learn how T'Challa became the legendary hero of his homeland in an all-new tale set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe! See how the mantle was passed to the future king at a time when super heroes were just emerging in the larger world. But can the new monarch defeat the merciless mercenary Zanda?
Plus: Classic Panther tales by all-time great creators! Ferocious villain Erik Killmonger fuels the Panther's rage! Familiar friends and foes play their part including Everett K. Ross, the deadly Dora Milaje and T'Challa's archfoe, Klaw! And the future of Wakanda is here as a revolution begins!
Softcover, 136 pages, full color.
Black Panther Prelude TPB (2018 Marvel) #1-REP
2nd and later printings. Collects Black Panther Prelude (2017) #1-2, Jungle Action (1972-1976 Marvel) #6-7, Black Panther (2005-2008 Marvel 3rd Series) #2, Black Panther (2016) #1 and material from Black Panther (1998-2003 Marvel 2nd Series) #19.
Black Panther The Official Movie Special HC (2018 Titan Books) #1-1ST
Published Feb 2018 by Titan Books.
1st printing. Black Panther - in theatres on February 16, 2018! Go behind-the-scenes with photos from the movie and stunning concept art, and discover secrets from the set with exclusive star interviews including Chadwick Boseman (T'Challa), Michael B. Jordan (Erik Killmonger), Andy Serkis (Klaw), Danai Gurira (Okoye), Angela Bassett (Ramonda), and Stan Lee (Stan Lee)! Hardcover, 96 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.
Issue #1A-1ST
Black Panther The Official Movie Special SC (2018 Titan Books) #1A-1ST
Published Mar 2018 by Titan Books.
Newsstand Edition - 1st printing.
Black Panther - in theatres on February 16, 2018!
Go behind-the-scenes with photos from the movie and stunning concept art, and discover secrets from the set with exclusive star interviews including Chadwick Boseman (T'Challa), Michael B. Jordan (Erik Killmonger), Andy Serkis (Klaw), Danai Gurira (Okoye), Angela Bassett (Ramonda), and Stan Lee (Stan Lee)!
Cover price $9.99.
Issue #1B-1ST
Black Panther The Official Movie Special SC (2018 Titan Books) #1B-1ST
Previews Exclusive Edition - 1st printing.
Captain America Civil War The Art of the Movie HC (2016 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Art of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (part 14), Art Book, Captain America, Iron Man, Marvel Cinematic Universe
1st printing. Picking up where MARVEL'S CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER and MARVEL'S AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON left off, MARVEL'S CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR sees Steve Rogers leading the new Avengers. But after another destructive international incident involving the team, political pressure mounts to install a system of accountability: A governing body will now determine when to enlist the team's services. This new law fractures the Avengers. Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. return as Captain America and Iron Man, two heroes with the same goal - to protect the world - but with very different methods. Now, go behind the scenes in this collectible volume! Filled with concept art, production stills and commentary from cast and crew - including directors Anthony and Joe Russo, and producer Kevin Feige - this collection is a prize for any fan! Hardcover (with Slipcase), 240 pages, full color. Cover price $50.00.
Captain America the First Avenger Annual HC (2011 Panini) #1-1ST
Tags: Captain America, Marvel Cinematic Universe
Published Jul 2011 by Panini Books.
Captain America book with info about the character in the MCU and some from the comics..
Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 12-in., 64 pages, full color.
Captain America The First Avenger SC (2011 A Marvel Storybook) #1-1ST
1st printing. Based on the screenplay by Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely. Adapted by Elizabeth Rudnick. Birth of a super soldier! All Steve Rogers ever wanted to do was join the U.S. Army and fight for his country. But he was too sick and frail to pass the required physical. His patriotic dreams were shattered…until a secret branch of the military offered him a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: Steve would be the test subject in an experiment that would transform him from a weak, unhealthy civilian into a mighty Super Soldier! Now known as Captain America, Steve is thrown onto the battlefields of Europe, where he must embark on a dangerous mission to stop the evil Red Skull – and his diabolical HYDRA organization - from destroying the entire world! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 138 pages, Text (with 8 pages of full color photos from the movie). Cover price $5.99.
Captain America The First Avenger Screenplay SC (2014 Marvel) #1-1ST
By Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely.
CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE FIRST AVENGER was Marvel Studios' breakout smash hit film of 2011. Now, relive all the shield-slinging excitement with the film's official screenplay! As World War II rages across Europe, frail Steve Rogers' indomitable drive to fight injustice leads him to volunteer for an incredible experiment. Witness Steve's titanic transformation into Captain America, the world's first super-soldier! Thrill to Cap's wartime adventures behind enemy lines alongside his best friend Bucky Barnes! Swoon as Rogers falls for tough-as-nails secret agent Peggy Carter! And gasp at Cap's final confrontation with Hydra and the villainous Red Skull! Delve deep into the First Avenger's screenplay, and experience Cap's origins in a whole new way!
Captain America The Winter Soldier Prelude TPB (2014 Marvel) #1-1ST
1st printing. Collects Marvels Captain America: First Avenger (2013) #1-2, MARVEL'S CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER INFINITE COMIC #1, Captain America (1968-1996 1st Series) #117, Captain America (2004-2011 5th Series) #6, Ultimates (2002-2004 1st Series) #2 and material from Tales of Suspense (1959-1968) #57. Prepare for Marvel Studios' newest big-screen blockbuster by boning up with this essential collection of classics! First, relive Steve Rogers' transformation from 98-pound weakling into the living legend of World War II in the action-packed adaptation of Captain America's film debut! Next, thrill to an all-new adventure set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Cap and two surprise allies defend Chicago against the Zodiac! And experience the dynamic debut of Cap's partner; the Falcon; the Black Widow's first encounter with Hawkeye; the startling revelations that lurk behind the mask of the Winter Soldier; and the ultimate introduction of Nick Fury, director of S.H.I.E.L.D.! Softcover, 152 pages, full color. Cover price $14.99.
Captain America The Winter Soldier The Art of the Movie HC (2014 Marvel) #1-1ST
1st printing. By Marie Javins. Continuing their popular ART OF series of movie tie-in books, Marvel presents its latest blockbuster achievement! Featuring exclusive concept artwork, behind-the-scenes photographs, production stills, and in-depth interviews with the cast and crew, MARVEL'S CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER - THE ART OF THE MOVIE is a deluxe keepsake volume that provides an insider's look into the making of the highly anticipated film - directed by Joe and Anthony Russo; and starring Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Samuel L. Jackson, Anthony Mackie, Robert Redford, Cobie Smulders and Sebastian Stan! Hardcover (with slipcase), 240 pages, full color. Cover price $49.99.
Captain Marvel The Official Movie Special HC (2019 Titan Books) #1-1ST
A behind-the-scenes guide to Captain Marvel, featuring exclusive interviews from the cast and crew, incredible photos from the set, and much more! Dive into the next phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in this deluxe collector's edition: Airforce ace Carol Danvers becomes one of the universe's most powerful heroes when Earth is caught in the middle of a galactic war.
Includes interviews with Brie Larson (Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel), Samuel L. Jackson (Nick Fury), Jude Law (Yon-Rogg), Ben Mendelsohn (Talos), and the movie's directors, Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck.
Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, full color.
Destiny Arrives HC (2019 Marvel Press) An Avengers Infinity War Novel #1-1ST
Tags: Avengers, Doctor Strange, Guardians of the Galaxy, Illustrated Book, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Spider-Man, Thanos
Adapted by Liza Palmer. Art by Lente Scura.
Relive the emotional and thrilling adventures from the film Avengers: Infinity War, complete with original illustrations that bring this tale to life right on the cusp of the release of Avengers: Endgame, the film that will see the culmination of every significant event in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Hardcover, 6-in. x 8 1/2-in., 304 pages, Text (with B&W Illustrations). All Ages.
Issue #ITEM#1
Guardians of the Galaxy Movie Sticker (2014 Marvel) #ITEM#1
Tags: Marvel Cinematic Universe
Celebrate the summer of the Guardians of the Galaxy with these GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY EMBLEM stickers! Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy film hits theaters August 1st and with great Guardians comic releases like the new ongoing Rocket Raccoon and The Legendary Star-Lord series, Marvel is creating galaxy sized excitement! Show your love by sticking these emblems on everything you own!
Guardians of the Galaxy Prelude TPB (2014 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Guardians of the Galaxy, Hulk, Iron Man, Marvel Cinematic Universe
Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy Prelude (2014) #1-2, MARVEL'S Guardians of the Galaxy INFINITE COMIC #1, Iron Man (1968-1996 1st Series) #55, Strange Tales (1951-1976 1st Series) #181, Incredible Hulk (1962-1999 1st Series) #271, and material from Tales to Astonish (1959-1968 1st Series) #13 and Marvel Preview (1975-1981 Magazine) #4.
Prepare for Marvel Studios' newest big-screen blockbuster with these new stories taking place just before the film! Who is Nebula? What tragic events forged her unbreakable allegiance to her dark lord? And how does Korath the Pursuer fit in? Then, as Gamora begins her quest for the Orb, learn firsthand why she's considered the most dangerous woman in the universe! Plus: Relive the Guardians' solo debuts as Gamora and Star-Lord burst onto the scene, Drax and Iron Man take on Thanos, Rocket Raccoon meets the Hulk - and Groot attempts to enslave Earth!
Guardians of the Galaxy Prelude TPB (2014 Marvel) #1-REP
Tags: Guardians of the Galaxy, Marvel Cinematic Universe
Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy Prelude (2014) #1-2, MARVEL'S Guardians of the Galaxy INFINITE COMIC #1, Iron Man (1968-1996 1st Series) #55, Strange Tales (1951-1976 1st Series) #181, Incredible Hulk (1962-1999 1st Series) #271, and material from Tales to Astonish (1959-1968 1st Series) #13 and Marvel Preview (1975-1981 Magazine) #4.
Tags: Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, Marvel Cinematic Universe
Volume 2 - 1st printing. Collects Marvels Guardians of Galaxy Prelude (2016) Volume 2 #1-2, Giant Size Avengers (1974) #4, Guardians of the Galaxy (1990-1995 1st Series) #1 and Guardians Team-Up (2015) #1-2.
Written by Will Corona Pilgrim, Steve Englehart, Jim Valentino and Brian Michael Bendis. Art by Chris Allen, Andrea Mutti, Scott Hanna, Roberto Poggi, Don Heck, John Tartaglione, Jim Valentino, Steve Montano, Arthur Adams, Stephane Roux and Jay Leisten.
An awesome mix of stories new and old to whet the appetite for 2017's most sensational sequel: Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2! Get hooked on that Guardians feeling once again as Star-Lord, Gamora, Drax, Rocket and Groot get ready for round two! New players enter the game in pulse-pounding preludes to the ragtag team's next cinematic adventure. Plus: a classic, pivotal chapter in the life of the enigmatic Mantis - the Marvel Cinematic Universe's next superstar-in-waiting! Meet the Guardians of the 31st Century, including Yondu! And thrill to a truly cosmic team-up between the Guardians and the Avengers!
Guardians of the Galaxy The Art of The Movie HC (2014-2017 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Art of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (part 10), Art Book, Guardians of the Galaxy, Marvel Cinematic Universe
Continuing their popular ART OF series of movie tie-in books, Marvel presents its latest blockbuster achievement! Featuring exclusive concept artwork, behind-the-scenes photographs, production stills, and in-depth interviews with the cast and crew, MARVEL'S GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY: THE ART OF THE MOVIE is a deluxe keepsake volume that provides an insider's look into the making of the highly anticipated film directed by James Gunn; starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana and Dave Bautista; and featuring Vin Diesel as the voice of Groot and Bradley Cooper as the voice of Rocket - with John C. Reilly, Glenn Close as Commander Rael and Benicio Del Toro as the Collector!
Hardcover (with Slipcase), 240 pages, full color. Cover price $49.99.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Rocket's Rules HC (2017 Studio Fun) Tips and Tricks for Intergalactic Survival #1-1ST
Tags: Guardians of the Galaxy, Illustrated Book, Marvel Cinematic Universe
Published May 2017 by Studio Fun.
1st printing. Complete with stories, secrets, and insights, this guide will immerse readers in the universe of Guardians of the Galaxy. Follow the adventures of the intergalactic team from Rocket's perspective in this cronicle of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. The book includes gatefold and flaps that reveal fun artifacts and surprises from the Guardians of the Galaxy universe. Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 96 pages, Text (with B&W Illustrations). Cover price $11.99.
Guidebook to the Marvel Cinematic Universe Captain America Winter Soldier Ant-Man (2016) #0
Published by Marvel.
Written by Mike O'Sullivan and The Ohotmu. Art by Various. Cover by Mike Del Mundo and Marcos Martin. Captain America returns to the spotlight - and Ant-Man steals it - as the MCU Guidebooks' comprehensive coverage of the fan-favorite Marvel Studios films and Marvel Television shows continues! Featuring fact sheets, screen-to-comic comparisons and production stills, this issue is packed with profiles and updates on Winter Soldier characters and organizations including Cap, Falcon, Black Widow, Nick Fury, S.H.I.E.L.D., Winter Soldier, Arnim Zola, Brock Rumlow, Batroc, Alexander Pierce, Hydra and the World Security Council! Then, get small with profiles and updates on Ant-Man characters and organizations including Scott Lang, Hank Pym, Hope van Dyne, Darren Cross, Antony, Mitchell Carson, Falcon, Peggy Carter and Howard Stark! Relive the thrills of 2014's Captain America: The Winter Soldier and 2015's Ant-Man, and continue building your indispensable library of Cinematic Universe reference books! 32 pages, full color, Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.
Guidebook to the Marvel Cinematic Universe Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy (2016) #1
Written by Mike O'Sullivan and The Ohotmu Team. Cover by Mike Del Mundo. The Marvel Cinematic Universe goes cosmic! Our comprehensive coverage of the fan-favorite Marvel Studios films and Marvel Television shows continues as we reveal everything you need to know about Peter Quill and his unlikely band of galactic heroes! Featuring fact sheets, movie-to-comic comparisons and behind-the-scenes production art and stills, this issue is packed with profiles and updates on the Guardians themselves: Star-Lord, Drax, Gamora, Rocket and Groot; uneasy allies including Yondu, the Collector and the Nova Corps; and deadly foes including Ronan, Nebula, Korath and Thanos! Plus: the Orb, the Infinity Stones, Knowhere, Xandar, Bereet, Cosmo…and Howard the Duck! Relive the thrills of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, and continue building your indispensable library of Cinematic Universe reference books! 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.
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How to Paint Characters the Marvel Studios Way HC (2019 Marvel) #1-1ST
Tags: Art Book, Art Instruction, Avengers, Doctor Strange, Guardians of the Galaxy, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Spider-Man, Thanos
Published Oct 2019 by Marvel.
Have you ever wanted to create characters that look like they belong on the big screen? Now you can!
In this exclusive in-depth hardcover, you'll learn tips and tricks from some of the industry's best concept artists. Ryan Meinerding, Andy Park and the other artists behind Marvel Studios' Visual Development department will share their methods for creating iconic designs for all your favorite characters, from Captain America to Black Panther and more! Learn their favorite tools of the trade, their tips for visual character development and their process of collaborating with other artists on the team, as well as the Costume and Props departments, to create seamless film designs!
Hardcover, 240 pages, PC/PB&W. All Ages
Issue #SET#1
IncrediBuilds: Marvel Captain America Civil War (2016 Insight Editions) Deluxe Book and Model Set #SET#1
Tags: IncrediBuilds (Book and Model), Captain America, Marvel Cinematic Universe
Published Dec 2016 by Insight Editions.
Iron Man - In this deluxe IncrediBuilds book and model set, fans can create a collectible wood bust of Iron Man's armor and learn all about the iconic character in the process. With customizable craft ideas and facts about this one-of-a-kind hero, this IncrediBuilds set is the perfect way for Iron Man fans to get creative. Hardcover, 7 1/2-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.
Iron Man 2 Agents of Shield (2010) #1
Tags: Iron Man, Marvel Cinematic Universe
Written by JOE CASEY Art by MATT CAMP, TIM GREEN II & FELIX RUIZ Cover by SALVADOR LARROCA IRON MAN 2! You saw the Hollywood smash - now get more of the story! Officially set in the movie universe! Iron Man, Black Widow, Nick Fury and Agent Coulson in action! Think you know S.H.I.E.L.D.? Check out what you DIDN'T see in the movie! 32 PGS Cover price $3.99.
Iron Man 2 Limited Edition Collectors Issue (2010) #0
Royal Purple Iron Man Custom Comic. Released as a promotional item from Royal Purple Synthetic Oil for the Iron Man 2 motion picture. Full color, 12 pages, slick paper stock.
Iron Man 2 Public Identity (2010 Marvel) #1
Written by JUSTIN THEROUX and JOE CASEY. Cover by ADI GRANOV. Art by BARRY KITSON. An all-new adventure set in the movie world of IRON MAN and IRON MAN 2! When Tony Stark announced 'I am Iron Man' at the end of the blockbuster Hollywood mega-smash, his life changed forever. When IRON MAN 2 opens, it's months later and the world is totally different. What happened during that time? How did Tony Stark put a new chapter in the history books? And how did Iron Man break and rewrite all the rules? Find out in this OFFICIAL in-movie-continuity story! 32 PGS./Rated A ...$2.99 Cover price $3.99.
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#5191 – 2017 70c Robert Panara
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Robert Panara (1920-2014) was one of America’s leading deaf educators. His work helped pioneer the field and promote the idea that deafness is not a disability, but a different way to view the world.
Panara was born in 1920 in the Bronx. He lost his hearing at age 10 when he contracted spinal meningitis. Deaf education was nearly non-existent at the time so he relied on his classmates’ help to take notes while attending public school. It was around this time Panara learned to read lips, a skill he later became famous for.
In 1938, Panara graduated high school and went to learn sign language at the American School for the Deaf. He attended Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., from 1940 to 1945 and New York University in 1948, studying English and literature. While a graduate student at NYU, he taught English, U.S. history, literature, and algebra at the New York School for the Deaf. In 1949, Panara became a professor at Gallaudet University. He taught there for nearly 20 years before helping found the National Technical Institute for the Deaf at Rochester Institute of Technology in New York. While a professor, Panara also wrote several books, including one of poetry titled On His Deafness and Other Melodies Unheard.
Robert Panara was an accomplished teacher, poet and writer. To him, deafness was not a weakness, it was a strength he used to help make the world a better place.
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PLoS Genet. 2015 Oct 20;11(10):e1005592. doi: 10.1371/journal.pgen.1005592. eCollection 2015 Oct.
Sex Bias and Maternal Contribution to Gene Expression Divergence in Drosophila Blastoderm Embryos.
Paris M1, Villalta JE2, Eisen MB3, Lott SE4.
Department of Molecular and Cell Biology, University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States of America.
Howard Hughes Medical Institute, University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States of America.
Department of Molecular and Cell Biology, University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States of America; Howard Hughes Medical Institute, University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States of America.
Department of Evolution and Ecology, University of California, Davis, Davis, California, United States of America.
Early embryogenesis is a unique developmental stage where genetic control of development is handed off from mother to zygote. Yet the contribution of this transition to the evolution of gene expression is poorly understood. Here we study two aspects of gene expression specific to early embryogenesis in Drosophila: sex-biased gene expression prior to the onset of canonical X chromosomal dosage compensation, and the contribution of maternally supplied mRNAs. We sequenced mRNAs from individual unfertilized eggs and precisely staged and sexed blastoderm embryos, and compared levels between D. melanogaster, D. yakuba, D. pseudoobscura and D. virilis. First, we find that mRNA content is highly conserved for a given stage and that studies relying on pooled embryos likely systematically overstate the degree of gene expression divergence. Unlike studies done on larvae and adults where most species show a larger proportion of genes with male-biased expression, we find that transcripts in Drosophila embryos are largely female-biased in all species, likely due to incomplete dosage compensation prior to the activation of the canonical dosage compensation mechanism. The divergence of sex-biased gene expression across species is observed to be often due to lineage-specific decrease of expression; the most drastic example of which is the overall reduction of male expression from the neo-X chromosome in D. pseudoobscura, leading to a pervasive female-bias on this chromosome. We see no evidence for a faster evolution of expression on the X chromosome in embryos (no "faster-X" effect), unlike in adults, and contrary to a previous study on pooled non-sexed embryos. Finally, we find that most genes are conserved in regard to their maternal or zygotic origin of transcription, and present evidence that differences in maternal contribution to the blastoderm transcript pool may be due to species-specific divergence of transcript degradation rates.
10.1371/journal.pgen.1005592
General changes of embryonic gene expression between four Drosophila species.
A. In this paper we compare the genome-wide mRNA levels in blastoderm embryos of four Drosophila species D. melanogaster, D. yakuba, D. pseudoobscura and D. virilis. Pairwise comparisons of mRNA levels between one male replicate in different species show that mRNA levels are overall highly conserved. As a comparison, scatter plots of two male replicates are shown for each species. B. Spearman correlations between mRNA levels of the 22 tightly staged embryos of our dataset (2–3 males/2–3 females per species). Correlations decrease with increasing phylogenetic distance. C. Spearman correlations between mRNA levels of the seven unfertilized eggs (1–2 per species) and a representative embryo sample from each species (“Male replicate 2”). Correlations are highest within eggs and embryos than between eggs and embryos. For B and C, the Spearman correlations are shown in percentages (so ranging from 0 to 100). D. Correspondence analysis (COA) of expression levels in the single eggs and embryos. Values for pools of embryos were projected to the COA. The proportion of the variance explained by the first components of the correspondence analysis is indicated in parentheses. Samples separate along first axis mainly according to developmental stage while they separate along second axis mainly according to species.
Sex Bias and Maternal Contribution to Gene Expression Divergence in Drosophila Blastoderm Embryos
PLoS Genet. 2015 Oct;11(10):e1005592.
Gene expression on the neo-X (Müller D element) in D. pseudoobscura does not show complete dosage compensation.
A. Gene expression on sex chromosomes shows partial dosage compensation in all species. The sex ratio (female/male) was calculated for each gene and compared between chromosomes. Genes from all autosomes show similar expression in both sexes (log2 ratio close to 0) while genes located on the Müller A element (purple) in all species and on the Müller D element (green) in D. pseudoobscura show a systematic bias towards higher ratio. B. Plot of pairwise sex ratio, the ratio of female transcripts to male transcripts, between species. The Müller A (purple) element is female-biased in all species, whereas the Müller D (green) is female-biased only in D. pseudoobscura. C. The top 200 most sex-biased genes are mostly female-biased, and are mostly located on sex chromosomes: the Müller A element in all species, and Müller D in D. pseudoobscura. Each chromosome was drawn with a length proportional to gene content. The height of red bars drawn above each chromosome and blue bars drawn below each chromosome represents the proportion of genes from this chromosome that are female-biased and male-biased, respectively. D. The decrease in sex ratio for genes located on the Müller D element in D. pseudoobscura is due to a decrease in male expression in D. pseudoobscura rather than an increase in females. We compared mRNA levels between D. pseudoobscura and D. melanogaster males and females for genes located either on the Müller D element or on other elements. Genes located on the Müller D element had similar mRNA levels in females but exhibited lower mRNA levels in D. pseudoobscura males compared to D. melanogaster males. ***: Wilcoxon test p-value < 0.001; n.s.: Wilcoxon test p-value > 0.05.
Patterns of sex-bias over genes.
A. Numbers of genes that are female-biased (red) or male-biased (blue) in all four species across all chromosomes, as compared to the expected chromosomal distribution (black) proportional to number of genes on each chromosome. Note the difference in scale on the Y-axis between the female-bias and male-bias comparisons. B. Numbers of genes that are not female or male-biased in any of the four species, on each chromosome. C. Genes that are female or male-biased in only one species (and unbiased in the other three). D. Observed and expected chromosomal distributions of genes that are female or male-biased only in D. pseudoobscura. E. Genes that are female or male-biased on the X chromosome. Statistically significant results (p< 0.05) from chi-squared tests indicated with *, see – Tables.
Chromosomal distribution of inter-species gene expression divergence in females (A), males (B) and eggs (C).
Divergence was measured as the variance of transcript levels along the Drosophila tree according a Brownian motion model. Horizontal dashed line represents the median variance on chromosome X. Chromosome had no effect on variance in females (ANOVA p-value > 0.48), it had a small and non-significant effect in males (ANOVA p-value>0.05), likely due to the higher variance for genes located on the neo-X. Chromosome had a significant effect on variance in eggs, likely due to the higher variance for genes located on the X (ANOVA p-value<0.05).
Evolution of the origin of an mRNA transcript in the embryo.
mRNAs in the blastoderm embryo can have two possible origins: they were either maternally deposited into the egg and persisted until this stage, or they were actively transcribed in the embryo. This means that genes can be classified in three categories: purely maternal genes (called “Mat”), purely zygotic genes (called “Zyg”), or genes for which some molecules were deposited and some were zygotically transcribed (called “Mat-Zyg”). A. This classification has been previously established in D. melanogaster []. mRNA levels tend to partition between the different classifications on a 2D plot comparing eggs and embryos. We learned an SVM on the D. melanogaster dataset and used it to predict gene classification in the other species. Statistics on the SVM are given in and show that maternal and zygotic genes can be well classified with high confidence, whereas mat-zyg genes are classified with poor success. Fig 5A shows the SVM results for D. virilis. Similar plots are given for D. yakuba and D. pseudoobscura in . Each classification was associated a confidence value, as “high” or “low”. B. We compared whether most genes have a conserved origin (“Mat <-> Mat”, “Mat-Zyg <-> Mat-Zyg” or “Zyg <-> Zyg”) or have switched origins between any two species. We only reported changes between maternal and zygotic categories classified by the SVM with high probabilities: “Mat <-> Zyg”. Other categories were merged into “other” (Mat-Zyg classifications and any SVM classifications associated with low probabilities). We found that most genes have a conserved origin, although a non-negligible fraction of genes have different origins (e.g. maternal in one species and zygotic in another).
A. Genes whose origin (“Mat <-> Zyg”) changes show higher species differences in embryonic mRNA levels compared to genes with conserved origin. B. Divergence of mRNA levels between species is correlated with divergence of mRNA levels in the egg. We compared pairwise species differences of mRNA levels in the embryo and in the egg and found an overall positive correlation. We focused on the genes that had a conserved maternal (red), zygotic (blue) or Mat-Zyg (purple) origin in two species, or a change from maternal to zygotic (green). Grey points represent the complete dataset (all pairwise comparisons for the 5985 genes). C/D. Genes that have a divergent maternal or zygotic origin (“Mat <-> Zyg”) show highly divergent mRNA levels in the egg (C), which partially translates in the embryo (B). Points in green represent genes that are classified as maternal or zygotic in one species and have switched to zygotic or maternal in the other. Dark green was used for genes classified with high probabilities and light green was used for genes classified with low probabilities. E. Divergence of degradation rates correlates with embryonic expression in the embryo: an increase in mRNAs between species correlates with a decrease in degradation rates. We compared species differences in estimated degradation rates with species differences in mRNA levels in the embryo for the 667 genes that were predicted to have species-specific degradation rates according to a likelihood ratio test. Spearman correlation rho = 0.7, p. value < 2.2x10-16.
Publication types, MeSH terms, Substance, Grant support
Blastoderm/growth & development*
Dosage Compensation, Genetic*
Drosophila melanogaster/genetics
Drosophila melanogaster/growth & development
Embryo, Nonmammalian
Embryonic Development/genetics*
Evolution, Molecular*
Gene Expression Regulation, Developmental
RNA, Messenger/biosynthesis
X Chromosome/genetics
R00 GM098448/GM/NIGMS NIH HHS/United States
K99/R00 GM098448/GM/NIGMS NIH HHS/United States
R01GM111362/GM/NIGMS NIH HHS/United States
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NEXBTL is helping Sweden to reach environmental goals
Published in Renewable solutions, Circular economy, Transportation
NEXBTL, Waste and residue
Renewable diesel is gaining popularity in Sweden. Nesteʼs NEXBTL renewable diesel is appreciated for its eco-efficiency, ease of use and great value for money.
Several Swedish companies are now interested in NEXBTL. It is an HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) fuel and a 100-percent renewable diesel that is already sold by e.g. Energifabriken. Energifabriken is a Swedish family-owned company that engages in the sale and distribution of renewable fuels only. The company started their operations in 2006 and have since operated with biofuels.
“When we learnt about HVO and made the decision to go with it, we chose to enter into a partnership with Neste,” Charlotte Elander, Marketing Manager at Energifabriken, says. “We have chosen NEXBTL because we think it is a tested fuel that is very environmentally friendly. Plus there is a very good support organization at Neste which is also important when choosing a fuel.”
Co-operation with Neste started in 2014. The company had been looking for quite some time for ways of complementing their product portfolio with a renewable fuel that would meet customer needs – an easy fuel that is environmentally friendly and also has value for money.
Excellent feedback from customers
The NEXBTL sales argument in Sweden is primarily that it is a 100-percent renewable fuel that it has very low emissions. The feedback from customers has been excellent.
Energifabrikenʼs renewable diesel customers are primarily light and heavy goods haulage companies, bus companies, cleaning companies, taxi companies and also some other enterprises. The company also has customers who use renewable diesel for heating purposes. “We help our customers a great deal, not just selling them fuel, but also in how they should communicate with their customers. We see this as a very important part of our business,” Charlotte Elander says.
Linköping-based Stångåbuss is one of Energifabrikenʼs customers. Stångåbuss uses NEXBTL in all of its fleet of 100 vehicles. The company saves 5,400 tons of carbon dioxide emissions per year when using renewable diesel. They also opened Swedenʼs first gas station for 100-percent renewable diesel.
“It is important for us that NEXBTL is very easy to use and that we do not need to convert the vehicles at all. It is also important that NEXBTL has excellent cold weather characteristics,” Anett Engelhoffer of Stångåbuss explains.
“We plan to be fossil free in 2015. Everybody should be able to choose fossil-free transport, and today we can offer it. Many of our old and new customers appreciate the initiative,” she continues. “When we expand our fleet, we will choose to drive new vehicles on HVO. We are marketing our HVO-station to get more people and companies to run fossil-free.”
NEXBTL attracts new customers
Energifabriken, Stångåbuss and Neste are also supporting Swedenʼs goal of replacing fossil fuels with renewable fuels. “It is actually possible today to switch to renewable fuels. NEXBTL is a very important fuel in being able to do this,” Charlotte analyses.
“We are planning to expand sale of NEXBTL as there is a great deal of interest in this product in Sweden today and we get new customers every day.” Fredrik Törnqvist, Marketing Manager Scandinavia at Neste, agrees with Charlotte. “I see a great potential in NEXBTL both as a low blend fuel where oil companies blend NEXBTL with MK1 diesel and the emerging market for high blend (pure) NEXBTL. With the present legislation in Sweden renewable fuels are promoted. This opens up for a conversion from fossil diesel to NEXBTL,” he says. In Sweden, the bus segment has been the first mover. Haulers and distributors are now following.
“Pure NEXBTL is not approved as a MK1 diesel because the density is below the standard (0.8). A separate approval to certify NEXBTL as a fuel is needed from the original equipment manufacturers (OEM:s). Scania and Volvo have already certified all Euro V and Euro VI engines for NEXBTL. There is a lot of attention now for renewable diesel in the market and most of the rest of the OEM:s are working on approvals to certify NEXBTL for heavy duty traffic. We have only good experiences using NEXBTL and are convinced that all diesel engines will work perfectly well with NEXBTL. But we do respect the engine manufacturersʼ procedures and approval processes for the guarantees to be valid for the customer,” Fredrik explains.
“Compared with fossil diesel, maintenance, service intervals and fuel consumption remain the same or better and CO2 emissions are reduced with 80-90 percent,” Fredrik says.
“We have chosen NEXBTL because we think it is a tested fuel that is very environmentally friendly. Plus there is a very good support organization at Neste which is also important when choosing a fuel.”
Charlotte Elander, Marketing Manager at Energifabriken, Sweden
Circular economy pioneer
Life-cycle review of CO2 emissions of fuel reveals surprising results
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Osteomalacia and rickets (vitamin D deficiency)
What are osteomalacia and rickets, and what treatment is available?
By Colin Paterson
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What are osteomalacia and rickets?
These are disorders caused by insufficient levels of vitamin D in the body.
They are really the same condition: rickets is the name used when it occurs in children whereas osteomalacia is the term used for adults.
Where do we get vitamin D from?
There are two sources of vitamin D:
a person's diet
formation in the skin through exposure to sunlight.
There are few dietary sources of vitamin D.
The best ones are fatty fish – such as salmon, tuna and sardines. Margarine and a few other foodstuffs are supplemented with vitamin D.
Milk contains added vitamin D in the USA but not in the UK. Human milk is a poor source of vitamin D, but infant formula is fortified with vitamin D.
Most people even in the UK get most of their vitamin D from exposure of the skin to sunlight. The average person has enough vitamin D stored in their body to last for two or three years.
Who is at risk of vitamin D deficiency?
People who get little exposure to sunlight are most at risk of vitamin D deficiency in the UK. Immigrants from Asia and Africa, particularly women and children, are at risk, as are elderly people who are housebound or confined to residential and nursing homes. Anyone whose illness or lifestyle makes outdoor activities difficult is at risk. Recent surveys have shown that significant vitamin D deficiency is not uncommon in the general population.
Some people with intestinal problems, such as Crohn's disease, coeliac disease and cystic fibrosis, may also become short of vitamin D, as do some patients with liver disease.
An infant's vitamin D status is entirely dependant on that of its mother. If a mother is deficient, the infant may be born with rickets or have fractures in early life.
What are the symptoms of osteomalacia and rickets?
Osteomalacia: bone pains and muscle weakness are the classical symptoms. Fractures can occur. Fractures may take place with little or no recognised trauma. Nowadays increasing numbers of patients without any symptoms are identified after the finding of a low bone density.
Rickets: aches and pains, and sometimes visible enlargement of bones at joints, such as the wrists. Fractures may occur without recognised trauma. Some infants with rickets have convulsions.
How do we test for vitamin D deficiency?
Simple blood tests for levels of calcium, phosphate and alkaline phosphatase are often helpful in pointing to osteomalacia in adults.
More specific blood tests are needed to confirm the diagnosis. These include measurements of the levels of 25- hydroxyvitamin D, the main form of vitamin D in blood, and of parathyroid hormone.
Some patients but not all have a reduced bone density on bone density scanning.
In children X-rays, particularly of the wrists and knees, are useful. But normal appearances do not exclude rickets. The blood calcium level may be low but tests for levels of phosphate or alkaline phosphatase may be difficult to interpret in children. Blood tests for 25-hydroxyvitamin D and parathyroid hormone are also important.
What treatment is available?
Regular daily supplements of vitamin D with or without calcium are usually used for people with simple vitamin D deficiency.
An alternative is a single large oral dose or injection of vitamin D. This is stored in the body and can last up to a year before another injection may be needed. People with vitamin D deficiency due to intestinal problems are best treated with calciferol injections.
Most people with osteomalacia find their pain is reduced about two weeks after the injection. Extra calcium may also be needed while bone is healing.
Are there forms of rickets not caused by lack of vitamin D?
Infants born prematurely sometimes have a bone problem, including spontaneous fractures in the first few months of life.
This condition, bone disease of prematurity, is sometimes referred to as rickets. But there is no evidence that lack of vitamin D is the cause.
Uncommon types of rickets are caused by inborn defects in the way vitamin D is handled in the body.
X-ray changes similar to those of rickets result from phosphate depletion, usually because of inborn renal defects.
Other people also read:
Vitamin D deficiency: who is at risk of vitamin D deficiency?
Blood tests: what do doctors examine in the blood?
Kidney stone: what are the symptoms of kidney stones?
Colin Paterson Formerly reader in medicine at the University of Dundee
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‘An occasion to dispel darkness, mistrust’ Featured
‘An occasion to dispel darkness, mistrust’
The fasting period led by the Islamic devotees, withholding the worldly pleasures, sacrificing, indulging in religious rituals and offering ones’ own earnings to the poor and the helpless symbolises the spirituality common to all South Asian religious philosophies. I offer my warm wishes to the Islamic devotees who observe Ramazan ceremony held at the end of the period of one lunar month of fasting in accordance with Islam, a religion built on the strong pillars of trust, generosity, faith and fasting to depict sacrifice. A religion that teaches to experience the hunger of the others and learn to sacrifice to merge with others is, indeed, an invaluable gift to the society.
In this long journey of human civilisation, we come across all the religious practices, beliefs and philosophies of the world.Thus the common string of humanity is much further than the religious followings. Any form of religion that teaches to respect the greatness of humanity will not mislead the followers to get detached from the human kind. Islam is that kind of a religion. I wish a joyful Ramazan to the Islamic devotees, who accomplishing the rituals of the religion, adhering to the discipline of fasting and fulfilling ones’ own humanity from devotion. My expectation is that all of you pray for a future that can make us join hands together as brothers dispelling the darkness and disarray of misery and mistrust.
‘Festival to celebrate true spirit of Islam’
The annual observance of Ramazan is of profound significance to Muslims everywhere. It centres around the spirituality, humanistic ideals and social principles that lie at the heart of Islam. These are the values that have guided the Sri Lankan Muslim community, which has long been an integral part of our nation. Today, Muslims celebrate the festival of Eid-ul-Fitr after a month of fasting, with the sighting of the crescent new moon.
May the sense of gratitude, generosity and charity associated with the event inspire us all to find meaning in higher ideals. This is an occasion to celebrate the true spirit of Islam. It is a faith that stresses the brotherhood and equality of all people. It is far from the despicable, hateful creed of those who killed so many innocents in the recent Easter Sunday attacks. I urge the faithful to be vigilant about extremism, which seeks to stain the name of their great religion.Let us all live in solidarity so that our motherland can rise to greater heights. Together, we must usher in a society where liberty, equality and human dignity prevail.May the blessings of this Eid bring peace and happiness to all Muslims in Sri Lanka and across the world!
‘Let us unite as one nation’
Let us open our hearts this Eid-ul-Fitr festival and give generously to the families who have been unfortunate victims of various attacks in the recent past in our country. Prophet Muhammed (Sal) has stressed the importance of charity in Islam, particularly during the blessed month of Ramadan. It is therefore the duty of each and every Muslim to extend our hands and our hearts to the affected during their time of grief and loss and share their burden in whatever capacity we can.
Islam teaches us that fasting makes us better people. People who are patient, generous, tolerant, and who don’t speak ill or harm others. We should become people who build a better society. Fasting fosters love peace and brotherhood – three basics that we need to take beyond the month of Ramadan and help restore peace in this nation. From this blessed day onwards, let us as a nation, forget our differences - look beyond religion, caste and creed, respect each other as brothers and sisters of one country and identify ourselves only as human beings.
Let us emulate the beautiful qualities of our beloved Prophet Muhammed (Peace be upon Him) - his love for the entire humanity, his generous spirit and his patience. Let us come together and celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr as one nation with one voice. A voice of peace and love.
M.H. Abdul Haleem
Former Minister of Postal Services and Muslim Religious Affairs
‘Ramazan portrays brotherhood’
Any religion existing in a country should respect the existing culture of the country. A religion’s ideology contrary to the existing culture in that country will not last long. The vast majority of Sri Lankan Islam devotees have celebrated their religious customs and traditions down the ages by abiding with local culture and becoming its shareholders. The ideological base of Islam which binds people together in brotherhood and humanism is portrayed by Ramazan.
With due respect to the majority Muslim people, I wish to reiterate on this Ramazan day that a minority extremist group going against the true essence of Islam cannot establish themselves in this country and break fraternal bonds of friendship in this country. I take this opportunity to wish Muslim devotees celebrating Ramazan a happy festival.
Karu Jayasuriya
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Thank you, Hannah!
She was meant to wait quietly outside with her grandmother while her mom auditioned in front of Idols’ tough panel of judges but little Hannah Duvall (4) has a mind of her own - as thousands of TV viewers saw.
She managed to do something that has made her the envy of many hopeful contestants: to impress Randall Abrahams, the judge we love to hate. And without even singing a note.
We arrive at mom Tracy’s home in Red Hill, Durban, and it’s easy to see why Idols’ toughest judge has a soft spot for Hannah.
While Tracy (23), the real Idols contestant, pours juice in the kitchen a chatty Hannah wants to know, “Would you like something to eat?” Later she plays a few notes on the piano. Who knows, perhaps she’s already preparing for her own Idols audition in a few years’ time.
On the day of her audition Tracy, an LLB student who dreams of being a singer, explained to Hannah that Mom was going to do something very important and asked her to be on her best behaviour.
“My legs were shaking and it felt as if everybody could see I was trembling,” Tracy says of her big moment when she appeared in front of Randall, Gareth Cliff, Mara Louw and guest judge Steve Hofmeyr at the Idols auditions in Durban.
She’d just begun answering their questions when a tearful voice could be heard from outside the door.
“Is that your daughter?” Gareth asked and suggested the little girl come inside to watch her mom’s audition.
Then, in front of the TV cameras, the little cutie went straight for grumpy Randall. And suddenly there was no sign of his intimidating presence. He held out his arms to Hannah and the next moment she was on his lap.
Meanwhile Tracy was a bundle of nerves as she started singing Adele’s Make You Feel My Love. Afterwards Steve’s response was lukewarm but Gareth and Mara agreed she deserved a second chance.
Randall was in a difficult position. Would he rip Tracy’s dream to shreds with Hannah watching? So he asked the little girl on his lap whether Tracy should go through. And would you believe it, she said no! “Cause sometimes my mommy shouts at me,” came the reply. Randall was shaking with laughter.
When he asked again Hannah showed she knew blood was thicker than water. “Yes!” she cried and Tracy received that sought-after golden ticket into the next round.
“I was shocked. I couldn’t believe Randall was sparing my feelings because Hannah was in the room. When I got outside I just burst into tears. I thought I didn’t deserve that golden ticket.”
As Randall puts it, “She’s a cute, bubbly little girl. All my friends have kids and while I’ve always been ambivalent I’d be fooling myself to think I too would not want a little one in future.”
And if it’s a girl she will, like Hannah, have no trouble twisting her dad around her little finger.
Read the full article in the YOU of 5 August 2010
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Music sets the pace in new CBS New York promo
WCBS-TV, the New York City O&O has debuted a hard hitting new promo that draws on its dramatic musical score to drive the pace.
The spot, which was created in house, combines imagery of New York City with station team members both in the field and at the CBS Broadcast Center.
The promo, which doesn’t use a voiceover, starts off with the phrase “Raising the bar” and then segues to an “Expect more” theme where the second word is replaced with a variety of words — including “breaking news” and its parent network’s tagline “original reporting.”
A varied musical track that’s both dramatic and bold sets the pacing for the visuals — with new shots and text appearing on screen timed with the beat of the music. When the tempo picks up, so do the cuts.
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Opportunity Mars rover is officially dead after 15-year mission
Space 13 February 2019 , updated 13 February 2019
Opportunity’s loss leaves a long shadow on Mars
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By Leah Crane
Opportunity is already buried – all that’s left is to say goodbye. The ageing Mars rover became mired in a colossal dust storm in June 2018, and operators haven’t been able to reach it since then. NASA has now announced that Opportunity’s mission is officially over.
In January 2004, two rovers – Spirit and Opportunity – touched down on the surface of the Red Planet. NASA hoped that one of the two rovers would last for 90 days, but this turned out to be a huge underestimate. Spirit roved the surface for over five years before getting stuck in a patch of soft dirt, while Opportunity has lasted well into its 15th year before joining its sibling.
During their time on the surface, the rovers gathered data that allowed us to construct our current vision of Mars’s past. “We cared for them and watched over them and shepherded them through so much, and in return they gave us an entire planet,” says former rover driver Scott Maxwell. “Opportunity gave us an entirely new view of what that world must have been like.”
Water water everywhere
Before Spirit and Opportunity landed, the accepted picture was that Mars was pretty much dry except for its polar ice caps, and may have always been that way. That was overturned when the rovers found evidence for ancient water on Mars – repeatedly.
There were minerals that are only created in salty water. There were clays formed in potentially drinkable water that may have once presented a habitable environment for microbes. There were veins that formed when water flowed through the cracked ground.
“The water story just kept getting more and more interesting,” says former Opportunity flight director Mike Seibert. “Everything we take for granted about that planet basically changed in 2004.”
Over the course of its mission, Opportunity drove about 45 kilometres, exploring more than 100 craters along its way and weathering bitter cold and numerous dust storms.
“Mars has gone from this very distant, very poorly-understood place to a real world that humans can look into,” says Steve Squyres, the lead scientist for Spirit and Opportunity. “We’ve climbed mountains, and we’ve descended into craters and looked across panoramic vistas, and I think that’s transformed how people look at Mars.”
Read more: NASA has just 45 days to save Opportunity rover after huge Mars storm
Then, in June 2018, the big one came: a cloud of dust that quickly grew dense enough to blot out the sun from Mars’s surface and coat the rover – including the all-important solar panels that power it.
On 10 June, Opportunity sent its last signal to Earth. Since then, operators have frantically sent more than 1000 wake-up calls to the rover instructing it to turn on and phone home, testing every kind of spacecraft error that they know how to correct.
Nothing worked. There was no call home. 5499 days into its 90-day mission, Opportunity is finished. “It’s the end of the first great Martian road trip,” says Seibert.
Ultimately, the rovers will be remembered for their incredible longevity. “I thought we might get six to eight months on these things, maybe as much as a year” says Squyres. “If a spacecraft functions for 15 years and dies in one of the biggest dust storms Mars has seen in decades, that’s an honourable death.”
Magazine issue 3218 , published 23 February 2019
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September 25, 2016 In Engineering, Product By Ritesh Patel
A core philosophy at Nirmata has been to integrate with cloud providers without hiding the value provided by the infrastructure-as-a-service layer. For example, on AWS we integrate with constructs like auto scaling groups, spot fleet requests and launch configurations. This approach provides significant flexibility in configuring the underlying resources to deploy applications. When exploring integration of Nirmata with Microsoft Azure, we identify Azure Resource Manager (ARM) to be a powerful construct for grouping various resources into a logical unit which can be used to not only manage infrastructure resources but also to deploy applications. I this post, I will discuss how Nirmata integrates with Azure Resource Manager to provide ultimate flexibility when deploying containerized applications.
Azure Resource Manager
Azure Resource Manager enables you to group your resources so that you can deploy, update, or delete all the resources in a single, coordinated operation. You can use templates for deployment and the template can work for different environments such as testing, staging, and production. Resource Manager also provides security, auditing, and tagging features to help manage resources after deployment.
Creating Azure Resource Group
To create a new resource group, login to the Azure console and select Resource Groups and add a new resource group.
Create resource group
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Storage accounts: A storage account provides a unique namespace to store and access your Azure Storage data objects. There are two types of storage accounts. A general-purpose storage account gives you access to Azure Storage services such as Tables, Queues, Files, Blobs and Azure virtual machine disks under a single account. A Blob storage account is a specialized storage account for storing your unstructured data as blobs (objects) in Azure Storage. More details on storage accounts can be found here.
Virtual networks: A virtual network (VNet) is a representation of your own isolated network in the cloud. You can fully control the IP address blocks, DNS settings, security policies, and route tables within this network. More details on virtual networks can be found here.
Security groups: Network security group (NSG) contains a list of Access Control List (ACL) rules that allow or deny network traffic to your VM instances in a Virtual Network. You can find more details on security groups here.
Once you have set up your resource group, you are ready to use it in Nirmata.
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Before using Azure as a cloud provider in Nirmata, you need to set up Nirmata as an application in Azure Active Directory. Detailed steps for this can be found here.
Once you have added Nirmata as to Azure AD, you should have Client ID, Client Secret, Tenant ID and Subscription ID to use when creating a Cloud Provider in Nirmata.
Create Cloud Provider
Before using a resource group in Nirmata, you need to give Nirmata user access to your resource group using the Access Control (IAM) settings.
Resource Group Access Control
Now you can create a Host Group in Nirmata. When creating aHost Group, you need to select the Resource Group you would like to use for this Host Group. Once you select the resource group, you can select the image, instance type, virtual network, security group and storage account. You can also specify if you want to attach public IP address to instances in this host group and setup a default username and password. Once the host group is created, you are ready to deploy your applications.
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Deploying an application using Nirmata is extremely easy. After creating the host group, you need to create a Resource Selection Policy to map an Environment Type to the Host Group and then create an Environment of that type for your Application.
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As you can see, with Nirmata it is extremely easy to deploy and manage containerized applications on any cloud. Nirmata integrates natively with cloud provider specific constructs and provides tremendous control on how infrastructure is configured while presenting a uniform interface for deploying and managing applications on any cloud. This not only lowers the learning curve for your DevOps teams but also eliminates any cloud provider lock-in.
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15 Things NME Learnt This Week (July 29th-August 2nd)
Emily Barker Aug 2, 2013 3:19 pm BST
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A lot has happened in the music world this week, so here are 15 of the most important things we've learned in the last seven days.
What does the new Arctic Monkeys album sound like?
Alex Turner told us in this week's magazine that the band's new record, 'AM', "sounds like Dr Dre". We've had a listen, and can confirm that the band have not forgot about Dre.
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Who could headline Glastonbury 2014?
The Rolling Stones' performance at this year's festival is still ringing in our ears, but bookies have already slashed odds on Oasis reuniting to headline next year's event.
What does David Cameron get down on the Downing St dancefloor to?
In an attempt to prove his cool, Dave gave world leaders, including Barack Obama, a USB stick of British music at the G8 conference. Unfortunately, the playlist included Tom Odell and Ben Howard.
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What good news did Nile Rodgers receive this week?
The Chic man and occasional Daft Punk guitarist was given the all-clear from the prostate cancer he was diagnosed with in 2010.
What does Bobby Gillespie think festivals are like?
Shopping malls, apparently. The Primal Scream frontman bemoaned the lack of variety and risk-taking at major festivals, and praised smaller festivals such as Kendall Calling, which the Scream headlined last month.
What's influenced White Lies' new album?
White Lies revealed that they've been worshiping the dark gods of heavy metal to get themselves pumped up for 'Big TV'.
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Who's covered Crystal Castles?
Did you say 'children's choir'? Probably not, but that's the answer. The Capital Children's Choir performed an unlikely version of 'Untrust Us'.
Who's been displaying their frankly substandard DIY computer building skills?
Well, at least we think that's what's going on in the new promo image for Lady Gaga's forthcoming album 'ARTPOP'. She's not even dressed for the job.
Who has named their album in tribute to Edward Snowden's revelations about US spying?
Well, maybe not, but Katy Perry has announced her next record will be called 'Prism'. Radiohead must be kicking themselves.
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Who said "pop music is hugely sexual"?
Peoples' weird sides do tend to come out when they converse with Bjork, and this is exactly what happened to David Attenborough, who made this comment when the two met for a TV documentary.
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Whose new album has been delayed until next year?
The Horrors, unfortunately. The follow-up to 2011's 'Skying' was originally set for a September release.
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What unusual appendage was Ke$ha born with?
The singer this week revealed to Heat that she was born with a tail. She told the magazine: "They chopped it off I'm really sad about that story." Somehow, this story isn't that surprising.
When the hell are we going to hear new Arcade Fire material?
Fresh from becoming parents for the first time, Win and Regine's band are playing the Big Day Out series of festivals in Australia next January and February, expected to be the first dates of a mammoth touring schedule for the band in 2014.
Guess who's back, back again?
Sorry, not Eminem but The Fratellis, with a third LP, 'We Need Medicine', to be released on October 7th, and a UK tour to follow in November.
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Which girl band made their return this week?
Mutya, Keisha and Siobhan, the original Sugababes members, gave their inventively titled new project Mutya, Keisha and Siobhan (or MKS) its first outing at London's Scala on Thursday night (August 1st).
And finally..who ISN'T working on a new album?
Despite playing the Reading and Leeds festivals this month, System Of A Down have confirmed that they're not working on new material.
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Feb 17, 2017 by Max Bell in Interviews
This article was originally published in April 2016 on the previous Obstacle Racers NZ site.
Please note: since the original publication of this interview the International Obstacle Racing Federation has changed its name to the International Obstacle Sports Federation (OSF). The original interview has been re-published below.
Ian Adamson – President of the IORF
Ian Adamson is the President of the International Obstacle Racing Federation (IORF), the international governing body for the sport of obstacle course racing. In this interview we hear from him on leading OCR towards international recognition (does this mean the Olympics?), what is Spartan’s involvement in the IORF, and the importance of both obstacle racing elites and mass participants.
As well as leading the IORF Adam is also the CEO of Healthy Running and has had an extensive career: Ten years in the implantable medical device industry including five as COO for Reflex Medical Products which you also started, Principal and Executive at Presidio Adventure Training and Corporate Teams, Director of Product Development and later Director of Medical & Education at Newton Running Company, Course and Technical Director contracting to International Management Group on multi-sport races, and more. As an athlete, he’s been described as the “the most successful adventure racer of all time” with 7 world championship wins, 18 international adventure race championship titles and Gold, Silver and Bronze medals at the ESPN X-Games. He’s also a 3 time Guinness world record holder for endurance kayaking (262 miles / 422 km in 24 hours) and has competed at world championships in canoeing (bronze medal in 1992), kayaking and sailing.
ORNZ: Obviously, you know what you’re talking about when it comes to sport – as you’ve been involved in both the athletic side of sports as well as the business side. Do you see being involved in the governance side of sports as the newest challenge in your career?
Ian: Interestingly I was on the board of the University of Sydney Sports Management Committee in the 80s so being involved in on the political side, albeit on a much larger scale, is full circle for me. The international side of sports is fascinating and extremely challenging since we are governing populations approaching small countries, approximately 12 million OCR competitors globally in our case. The budgets and media are significant, and you can get an idea of this from the television viewership and advertising dollars. Approximately 4 billion people are expected to watch this years Olympic Games in Rio, and NBC is paying almost on dollar per person for the rights.
ORNZ: With your adventure racing background, how do you find the experience of participating in obstacle races compares to that of participating in adventure races?
Ian: I’ve competed at an international level in two Olympic sports, sailing and canoeing, but was never good enough to win individually (achieved some team medals though.) Adventure racing was a pay day for me, seven figure income over my career, and due entirely to the convergence of reality television and sports, at the time. The combination of being involved in Olympic sports (and their governing bodies), as an international competitor and with an ongoing involvement in television and event production is a fortunate combination.
Modern OCR has a clear hereditary to Adventure Racing, with some of the 1990s sprint races virtually identical but with the addition of bikes and or boats. Muddy Buddy eliminated boats from the HiTec and Balance Bar races in the 1990s and then Spartan Race and others eliminated the bike. Arguably the fist “sport” that resembles today’s OCR was George Herbert’s un Parcours (circa 1902, based partly on Francisco Amorós Nouveau Manuel Complet d’Education Physique, Gymnastique et Morale, 1847). More recently OCR style competitions have appeared as modern military obstacle runs, formalized by Lt. Col. William in the US in 1941, and the Tough Guy race in England in 1987.
Regardless, my experience in OCR closely resembles sprint adventure races form 20 years ago, but with less equipment commensurately less complex. It would be fair to say the the value and fun of OCR is inversely proportional to the amount of time needed to train, i.e. it’s a ton of fun for a small investment.
Ian Adamson during his adventure racing career (Copyright Dan Campbell Photography)
ORNZ: A major goal of the IORF is for OCR to be included in the Olympics. What does it take for a sport to become an Olympic sport?
Ian: There are certainly people and organizations in OCR who have their sights set on the Olympics, however the IORF is focused on international recognition. Attaining official recognition is a complex process, considering there are 207 recognised countries in the international system, each of which can potentially have a National Federation (NF) that belongs to the International Federation (IF). Our mission is to promote the sport of Obstacle Course Racing and it’s related sports and disciplines throughout the world, to lead the sport of Obstacle Course Racing, and meet the requirements as specified by the International Olympic Committee and the International Paralympic Committee.
If a sport wants to be recognized at the Olympic level, there are specific criteria that must be met, such as a minimum number of NFs, governance structural requirements, minimum number of years of congresses (the annual meeting of the highest power of the sport between NFs, executive board, committees, etc.)
ORNZ: Do you think OCR has to become more spectator or television friendly in order to become an Olympic sport, or just to grow as a sport (outside of the Olympics)?
Ian: Growing organically and being television friendly are mutually exclusive in the context of international sport. The IORFs goal in guiding the sport is to encourage organic growth and to maintain the identity of all races, producers and brands, while concurrently building a media friendly international standard event. The international format is required for international recognition and global rankings but should have no effect on existing and future race formats.
I’m actively working on television shows on the production and integration side in the US and internationally to facilitate this process. At this point in north American TV, we are already a category, with time slot and demographic leading ratings for various shows in the broader space. American Ninja Warrior is a good example, with more than 7 million views on their best nights.
ORNZ: Seeing Spartan Race was involved in the establishment of the IORF, is it Spartan Race in particular or OCR in general which is being pushed to become an Olympic sport?
Ian: Spartan Race initiated the IORF and Joe Desena asked me if it would be possible to take the sport to the Olympics. After considerable research and talking with various international governing bodies already in the system my conclusion was “not likely, at least any time soon”. It quickly became apparent that having a production brand like Spartan Race effectively running the international federation was a conflict and there was significant and rapid push back from various NFs and race producers.
Spartan subsequently dissolved their interests in the IORF but remain a strong supporter, along with several other international out of category brands. To answer your question directly, the IORF promotes the sport in general, and is working to validate it as a unified and ratified sport at the international level. If Olympic recognition occurred at some point in the future, this would be at the request and under terms specified by the IOC.
ORNZ: Do you think that individual race companies see their events as part of a wider, emerging sport of OCR? Is it in the best interests of race companies to fit their races into a wider sport?
Ian: I would hope all race companies have an interest and provide support to promote the wider sport. The big picture for me, and by extension people I’m inclined to align with, want to promote sport for all and make a global difference in people’s fitness, health and well being. I see OCR being a vehicle to do this on a mass scale, which is a major reason I’m involved in the IORF. 4 billion people watching and being motivated to get out of their chairs would make a difference.
ORNZ: With talk about international-level sport, something I notice often left out of the conversation is the mass participation side. A strength OCR, I would say, is that it allows for both elites and everyday people to both take part. And I would guess that OCR as an industry rests more on mass participation than it does on elite races for revenue. Is this side of the sport something that the IORF is also focusing on, or is the IORF focusing more on the elite level?
Ian: Great observation and to my earlier point. Elites are heroes who can motivate and encourage the masses through skillful use of media (TV, internet steaming, social media etc.), but the masses are the goal. We may have less than 100 people world wide making a living at OCR, but there are millions who simply love the challenge, achievement, socialization, community, health, fitness, mental and image benefits.
ORNZ: Anything else you’d like to add?
Ian: You are most welcome and thank you for the interview opportunity. As you know, my roots are firmly entrenched in adventure racing, and in no small part due to my Kiwi teammates and lifelong friends. John Howard, Steve Gurney, Keith and Andrea Murray and our peers (too many to mention here) have been profoundly influential in my education and thinking, and this continues to affect everything I do today.
More information can be found at the International Obstacle Racing Federation’s website or at Ian Adamson’s website.
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‘Deadpool 2’ Trailer: Equal Parts Bob Ross and Merc With The Mouth
November 15th, 2017 by Caffeine Powered
The first trailer for Deadpool 2 has dropped, and it has dropped in straight fuckin’ Deadpool fashion. It’s equal parts Bob Ross and Merc with a Mouth. Makes sense, right? For, what would this franchise be now, without some self-aware meta sprinkled in with its sleek utlra-violence? Fucking nothing, that’s what!
Ryan Reynolds takes a turn into the surreal in a teaser trailer for “Deadpool 2,” offering mostly tips on how to paint — intercut with a few brief action scenes.
Deadpool imitates Bob Ross, the late artist from PBS’ instructional show “The Joy of Painting” who provided extensive detail about what he was painting, in a video titled “Wet on Wet.” At one point, Deadpool explains that he’s painting trees, then adds, “What you don’t want to do is eat these — trust me on this.”
About halfway through, however, several characters appear briefly in a violence-laden montage from the actual movie — Josh Brolin’s Cable, Negasonic Teenage Warhead (played by Brianna Hildebrand), and Blind Al (Leslie Uggams). Then the trailer returns to the painting instructional with Reynolds concluding, “Hugs not drugs.”
Reynolds is also a producer on the films with “Deadpool” writers Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick returning, along with Drew Goddard assisting. “John Wick” co-director David Leitch came on board to lead “Deadpool 2” last fall after Tim Miller dropped out due to creative differences with Reynolds. The superhero sequel also stars “Atlanta” breakout Zazie Beetz as the mutant mercenary Domino.
“Deadpool” gave Fox its biggest hit of 2016 after earning $783.1 million worldwide, supplanting “The Matrix Reloaded” to become the highest-grossing R-rated film in history. “Deadpool 2” hits theaters on June 1, 2018.
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Hyderabad, July 08: A woman Forest Range Officer, who was attacked by some people allegedly led by the brother of a ruling TRS member in KB Asifabad district over a land issue recently, has been extended armed security, police said.
The woman forest officer attacked by some people led by TRS members. PTI photo.
"As a precautionary measure, and after assessing the situation, and in view of threat perception, one gunman security has been given to the woman FRO, while 2+2 security has been extended to the forest divisional officer, a senior police official told PTI.
Unique protest: Telangana forest officials launch plantation drive to protest against TRS attack
On June 30, the police arrested TRS MLA Koneru Konappa's brother Krishna and his followers for allegedly assaulting C Anitha when she had gone to Sarasala village along with her staff and police for plantation on a land under a compensatory afforestation scheme for Kaleshwaram lift irrigation project.
Video footage of the attack showed Anitha climbing onto a tractor to escape from the attack by bamboo stick-wielding people.
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Hacker Admits Wilful Damage
Well-known computer hacker Jodi “VeNoMoUs” Jones has pleaded guilty to hacking an internet service provider in yet another case that appears to have been handled smoothly by the 42-year-old Crimes Act. Jones yesterday pleaded guilty in the Manukau District Court, before IT-literate Judge David Harvey, to a charge of wilful damage – hacking into the network of Web Internet, a small internet provider since bought by Maxnet. In November 2001, Jones, who uses the web name “VeNoMoUs”, exploited a flaw in an SSH (secure shell for servers) program – software that allows Unix-based systems to be accessed and maintained remotely – to gain access to the financial accounts of Web Internet’s customers. “There was a bug in SSH which allowed him to break into the system. Then he could do whatever he wanted,” said former Web Internet managing director David Gottschalk. Jones upgraded the SSH program, inserting “backdoor” software called “Frozen”, which allowed access at will. He also deleted log files to cover his tracks, which wiped some accounts details. Full Story
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OOTA CHRISTMAS PARTY
A large, cheerful group of OOTA members gathered in the Pavillion in the grounds of the Fremantle Arts Centre for the annual OOTA Christmas party on Friday 8 December.
Sharing an eclectic selection of dishes, each prepared by the members themselves, accompanied by sparkling, and red and white wines, members enjoyed several hours of convivial, stimulating conversation and good company.
The celebrations were punctuated by several acts of recognition together with prose and poetry readings.
Jan Napier paid tribute to the work of poetry tutor Shane McCauley, who recently presented his 300th poetry class for OOTA and whose tutoring and encouragement have resulted in many members successfully obtaining the publication of their poems.
Following Jan, Liz Hearnden paid similar tribute to prose tutor Helen Hagemann, whose workshops and critiquing classes have been an invaluable source of information and inspiration to OOTA’s prose writers.
Maureen Gibbons then spoke in recognition of the support and encouragement provided to OOTA by Catherine Noske, the General Editor of Westerly, in whose pages many OOTA members have enjoyed seeing their works published. Catherine is soon to be married and Maureen presented her with a gift on behalf of the Committee, together with their very best wishes for her future happiness.
The afternoon was completed by a series of member readings. Rachael Petridis and Gael Williams treated members to selections of their poetry, while Jo Clarke, Rose van Son and Leanne Searle read three very different, but equally entertaining short stories.
The OOTA Committee wishes members and their families all the very best for the festive season, and looks forward to another productive and stimulating year of prose and poetry in 2018.
Newer PostJULIE WATTS WINS THE DOROTHY HEWETT AWARD
Older PostOOTA MEMBER JACKSON ANNOUNCES PUBLICATION OF NEW POETRY COLLECTION
An independent writers' group which has a long association with the Fremantle Arts Centre - which once was an asylum. OOTA is a thriving network of writers who support each other to bring their work to publication and performance.
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Dutch National Opera presents
Così fan tutte WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART (1756-1791)
Thu 03 Oct 19:00 hours
Sun 06 Oct 14:00 hours
Tue 08 Oct 19:00 hours
Fri 11 Oct 19:00 hours
Sat 19 Oct 19:00 hours
Mon 21 Oct 19:00 hours
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Mozart’s experiment in love
By WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART
Surtitles Dutch and English
Così fan tutte tells the story of four young lovers, set in the tumult of a holiday resort. As the plot unfolds, twists reminiscent of reality soaps like Temptation Island arise, with some harsh lessons for the lovers.
General rehearsal on 1 October for ages 35 and under
Così fan tutte is a fast-paced story that resonates with young people. Not only because of its youthful protagonists, but also thanks to the sets and costumes. The general rehearsal of Così fan tutte on 1 October 2019 is therefore reserved exclusively for those aged 35 and under.
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Plot Così fan tutte
Two young couples are on the cusp of adulthood but still inexperienced in the ways of the world and unsure of the boundaries between what is real and what is fantasy. Enter the world of the hardened cynic Alfonso, who tempts Guglielmo and Ferrando into a wager over the fidelity of their respective sweethearts, Fiordiligi and Dorabella.
The depths of love
The libretto is by Lorenzo da Ponte (1749-1838), with whom Mozart also collaborated successfully on Le nozze di Figaro and Don Giovanni. Così fan tutti is the only one not based on an existing work, though Da Ponte borrowed inspiration from diverse sources. With its declarative title ‘Women are like that’, this ‘reality soap’ opera nevertheless also casts a critical eye at the conduct of its male characters, and seduces with witty banter and amusing ironies while plumbing the depths of romantic love. This production of Così fan tutte premièred in 2006 as the first instalment of a Mozart-Da Ponte trilogy directed by Jossi Wieler and Sergio Morabito.
Team and cast
Conductor Ivor Bolton
Bolton: ‘Every time I return to a work I’ve conducted before, I build on past experience and take new risks. If I’m successful, the work grows with every performance. But never to perfection – which is good, because otherwise my job would be very dull.’
Ivor Bolton started out as a harpsichordist and began conducting later, specialising in the eighteenth and early nineteenth-century repertoire. He made his debut at Dutch National Opera with an older production of Così fan tutte (1997) and has been a frequent guest since then, most recently conducting The Rake’s Progress.
Cast of Così fan tutte
Bursting with youthful energy, the cast of stellar singers and actors features DNO debuts by Angela Brower as Dorabella and Sebastian Kohlhepp as Ferrando. The other vocalists are familiar faces at DNO, including beloved Dutch baritone Thomas Oliemans (as Don Alfonso).
Ivor Bolton
IVOR BOLTON (musical director) had great success for many years as a harpsichord player, before making the transition to conducting.
Read more about Ivor Bolton
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Team, Cast and Chorus
Stage Directors and Dramaturgy
Jossi Wieler
Sergio Morabito
Barbara Ehnes
Anja Rabes
David Finn
Chorus of Dutch National Opera
Chorus Master
Ching-Lien Wu
Anett Fritsch
Angela Brower
Sophia Burgos
Davide Luciano
Sebastian Kohlhepp
Thomas Oliemans
Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra|Netherlands Chamber Orchestra
The Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra|Netherlands Chamber Orchestra has been the principal partner of Dutch National Opera for more than 30 years and is among the world's best opera orchestras.The Concertgebouw in Amsterdam is the orchestra’s primary venue. Besides programmes led by chief conductor Marc Albrecht and Gordan Nicolic (musical director of the Netherlands Chamber Orchestra), it also has various collaborations with internationally renowned guest conductors and soloists, as well as budding stars of the next generation of musicians. The orchestra seeks to make the classical repertoire accessible to everyone, performing not only in concert halls but also a range of unusual and more adventurous venues. By bringing people together through music, the orchestra creates beautiful and memorable musical experiences for all, from classical aficionados to new audiences.
With its home base in the NedPhO-Koepel, a former church in Amsterdam's culturally diverse Indische Buurt, the orchestra plays a vital role in the community. Each year it organises some two hundred activities around music education, neighbourhood participation and talent development.
In the 2019-2020 season, the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra is playing in the DNO productions of Pagliacci I Cavalleria rusticana, Die Walküre, Aufstieg und Fall der Stadt Mahagonny and Die Frau ohne Schatten. The Netherlands Chamber Orchestra is playing in Così fan tutte and La Cenerentola.
Dutch National Opera's own chorus consists of 50 singers, regularly augmented with freelance members for large productions. The Chorus has an impressive record with milestones including opera productions of Saint Francois d’Assise, Lady Macbeth of the Mtsensk District, Ercole amante, Boris Godoenov, La Juive, Les Troyens, Eugene Onegin, Parsifal, Guillaume Tell, The Legend of the Invisible City of Kitezh, Faust, La forza del destino, Das Flos der Medusa, Oedipe and Tannhauser, and concerts of Der fliegende Hollander in Rotterdam, Paris and Dortmund and Daphnis et Chloe with the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra conducted by Valery Gergiev. Under the artistic direction of Ching-Lien Wu since 1 September 2014, in 2016 the authoritative Opernwelt magazine named the DNO Chorus the Best Opera Chorus of the year. In the 2019-2020 season the Chorus is singing in Pagliacci |Cavalleria rusticana, Così fan tutte, La Cenerentola, Nabucco, Aufstieg und Fall der Stadt Mahagonny, Die Frau ohne Schatten, Carmen and Rusalka.
FOYER EVENING
mo 16 September Così fan tutte
Musical evening giving an accessible, in-depth explanation of operas and ballets.
NB: In principle, the foyer evenings are given in Dutch, but in practice the high number of international guests means that English is often spoken as well.
Step into the world of the makers. Sit back with a drink in an informal setting and enjoy an aria or duet, a pas de deux or small ensemble, or an interview with a singer or choreographer. A varied programme, linked to a topical theme, is presented for each production.
The doors and the bar open at 20.00. The evening begins at 20.30 and lasts around an hour and a quarter. The bar will stay open afterwards.
Regular - € 10
Students - € 7.50
Free for Giving Circle members of Dutch National Opera, Dutch National Ballet and Dutch National Opera & Ballet
Prices are exclusive of booking charges. Tickets for performances can be purchased separately
Tue 12 Feb Così fan tutte - NRC Handelsblad, 2006
‘This Così is so entertaining, comical and minutely detailed’ [...] ‘Unique concept and in many ways completely unlike the customary staging […].’
Tue 12 Feb Così fan tutte - Place de l’Opera, 2009
‘Wiener-Morabito’s sophisticated staging, fast-paced and dynamic, guarantees you’ll never be bored during the four-hour Così fan tutte […].’
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The Retro Sounds And Old Friends Behind Divino Niño's Album 'Foam' Javier Forero and Camilo Medina, lead singers of Divino Niño, talk about migrating to America, bonding over music and the band's debut album Foam.
Divino Niño Uses Old Friendships And Retro Sounds To Create 'A Little Vacation'
Divino Niño Uses Old Friendships And Retro Sounds To Create 'A Little Vacation' 6:04
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July 9, 20195:14 PM ET
ARI SHAPIRO, HOST:
The band Divino Nino's new album "Foam" is full of dreamy, beach-ready pop songs.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "COCA COLA")
DIVINO NINO: (Singing) Seven dollars and a Coca Cola.
SHAPIRO: This is their debut, but it sounds like the guys have been playing together forever, which is kind of the case.
JAVIER FORERO: Yeah. I think I used to take the same bus. We used to call him Pavarotti because, like, he was singing on the bus a lot.
FORERO: So...
SHAPIRO: And so that's Divino Nino bassist and singer Javier Forero talking about guitarist and singer Camilo Medina. Those bus rides were in Bogota, Colombia, when they were young children. The boys lost touch when Forero moved to Miami. Years later, Medina moved to Miami as a teenager, and another bus ride brought them back together.
FORERO: Cam was getting on the bus, and he saw me. And he was like, wait. I think I know that kid. And I realized, wait. That's Camilo. I know this guy.
SHAPIRO: They started hanging out and going to church together. They were into the message, but Medina told me that there was one thing that really drew the teens to the church.
(SOUNDBITE OF DIVINO NINO SONG, "FOAM")
CAMILO MEDINA: We could play music. And I - finally were able to play in a band, which we didn't even know what we were missing out on. I had never listened to The Beatles. And for a long period of our adolescence, we missed out on listening to kind of bad boy music.
SHAPIRO: But it cemented your friendship and gave you experience in a band.
MEDINA: Yeah. We played live for people for the first time at the church. I think, to me, that was so cool.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "FOAM")
DIVINO NINO: (Singing) Brighter, to me you look brighter. I want to hold you all the time.
SHAPIRO: So how did you find your sound as Divino Nino?
MEDINA: Divino Nino started because it was our first exposure to, like, classic rock 'n' roll from the '60s and '70s. We didn't listen to this stuff until we were 20 and until we moved to Chicago.
SHAPIRO: Do you mean like The Beach Boys, The Lovin' Spoonful, that sort of thing?
MEDINA: Exactly.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "COSMIC FLOWER")
DIVINO NINO: (Singing) And now we sit here breezing off self-destructive ways to run through the ceiling your dog talks. Is this real?
SHAPIRO: I associate that sound with LA, and you live in Chicago. So how does your music come out of the city that you're in? Or does it at all?
MEDINA: First of all, we grew up in Colombia and in Miami, and I think our personalities are a bit softer and easygoing. We're not - we haven't been scarred by the winter all of our lives, so...
SHAPIRO: (Laughter) You don't have that thick Chicago skin.
MEDINA: Exactly, but we've been building it.
FORERO: Yeah. We've also learned to appreciate it. You know, it's like, yeah, it builds, you know, tough skin.
SHAPIRO: So you feel like you appreciate that chill summer vibe a little more now that you have to live through Chicago winters.
MEDINA: Oh, without a doubt. I think that's why we made it like that because we're like this is a little heavy over here (laughter).
SHAPIRO: Let's get a specific example. What's another song we can listen to that really gives us that sense?
MEDINA: I think probably "Quiero."
(SOUNDBITE OF DIVINO NINO SONG, "QUIERO")
MEDINA: "Quiero" has a very summery vibe The beginning sounds like you just open up a beer about to hangout.
SHAPIRO: Sand between your toes.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "QUIERO")
DIVINO NINO: (Singing in Spanish).
SHAPIRO: The album has songs in Spanish and English and sometimes both. How does that work when you're writing these tracks? How do you decide what language you're going to use?
MEDINA: Yeah. Most of the album is in English. The songs that are in Spanish is less of a conscious effort and more of, like, this came out and it sounds kind of good.
SHAPIRO: So you're not consciously trying to appeal to an audience that wants to hear Latin music or that wants to hear English lyrics. You're just writing what feels best to you.
MEDINA: Oh, Lord, yes, absolutely. I feel like the minute that I try to please any exterior person, I don't know if I'll enjoy it that much and I don't know if it'll sound as truth. The reason I think what drives us is the fact that we can find truth in the music, a feeling that feels real, and I think sharing that feeling is what's really, really important to us.
SHAPIRO: You know, every day, immigration is in the news. We hear about Colombia all the time because of the Venezuelan refugee crisis. Your music doesn't touch on any of that. It's not at all political. I mean, these are mostly love songs. Are you trying to avoid the stuff that is in the headlines every day? Or is this just you writing about what comes out when you put pen to paper?
FORERO: You know, we obviously, like, know what's going on in the current events. But definitely I think the reason why I started going to shows is because after, like, shows I had kind of, like, a reason to believe in something. It's not like I don't want to touch on those topics, and eventually maybe we will, but we at this point for this record, we wanted to just offer entertainment.
(SOUNDBITE OF DIVINO NINO SONG, "MELTY CARAMELO")
SHAPIRO: Does it just blow your mind that you found each other and made this music and this band together after this long winding path that took you across two continents to so many cities over so many years? It's just incredible.
MEDINA: It was really wild. It's very crazy that we're still buddies. It is really wild. We're kind of like brothers. Making music is extremely easy. Sometimes when I work with other people, it's like I wonder, do you like this? Do you not like this? And I think with Javi we skipped that step because as soon as we sound dumb, we're like, yeah, we both are like, yep, this is dumb as hell, man. Let's do something else. It makes it so much crazier.
FORERO: Yeah. I mean, I think it comes with its challenges, you know? But, yeah, I mean, I'm so lucky to have a long friendship, so I really appreciate it. I never take it for granted even though sometimes, you know, we butt heads or whatever. But I love it, and I'm very grateful.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "MELTY CARAMELO")
DIVINO NINO: (Singing) Melty caramelo, tender mellow, I believe in you.
SHAPIRO: Well, Camilo Medina and Javier Forero, it's been great talking to both of you. Thanks a lot.
FORERO: Thank you so much, Ari.
MEDINA: A pleasure.
SHAPIRO: Their band is Divino Nino, and the new album is "Foam."
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The 2019 season begins on a solid foundation for Parolin
Parolin Racing Kart has already made an impression at the very beginning of the 2019 season. Excellent results have been achieved in the USA as part of the Florida Winter Series, with four victories at Homestead Miami, as well as in Indonesia for the opening of the IAME Asia Series. In Europe, they competed in the WSK Champions Cup at Adria and Parolin has already taken two podiums in all three categories, a positive sign for the brand’s ambitions to progress its drivers from Mini to OK.
Very well established in 60 Mini, as shown by the results and participation figures at this first event, the Italian brand has also extended its area of expertise in OK-Junior with growing representation, and finished strongly in OK, the advanced category where Gabriele Mini shone. Moreover, with a factory renovated and revamped during the winter, Parolin starts the new year better placed than ever to extend its influence on kart racing in many countries.
A good start in OK
With a very convincing performance in the OK category, Gabriele Mini was able to mount the second step of the WSK Champions Cup podium, even though a technical problem forced him to start from last position in the heats. The World Junior Vice-Champion made a great comeback, reaching the front in the Qualifying Heats, then the top five in the Prefinal. He continued his climb to 2nd place in the Final, an extremely encouraging result for the rest of the season.
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The spearhead of the strategy for Parolin for two years, 60 Mini is undeniably influenced by the brand from Romano D’Ezzelino. A good half of the field of the WSK Champions Cup were indeed using the Parolin chassis. They took pole position and the four fastest laps, then nine wins in the 15 races, as well as two wins in the Prefinals and the fastest lap in the Final. Five Parolin chassis were ranked in the top eight in the Final.
The official Parolin team relied on six young drivers, including five newcomers, to defend the colours of the factory. As soon as he arrived in his new team, Rashid Al Dhaheri fulfilled his mission perfectly as he was often in 2nd place during practice and in the heats. Penalised for his spoiler in the Prefinal, despite this he managed to get on the Final podium. Keanu Al Azhari, also from the UAE, was the lap record holder of the event, with several fastest laps in the race. Fast in Qualifying, the Belgian Douwe Dedecker was in the top 10 of the heats but had to retire in the Prefinal. The Italian Valerio Rinicella was more and more successful during the races. 7th in his Prefinal, he was delayed in the Final. The Frenchman Maxens Verbrugge reached the Final of his first race in 60 Mini and ranked 31st out of 82 despite a penalty. Chinese driver Chi Newman Zhen Rui took part in his first European competition.
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The results obtained last year by Gabriele Mini have had a strong impact on the competition. At Adria, the Parolin team was strong with five drivers, mostly young talents coming directly from the Mini categories. At this high level, the Italian Brando Badoer made a convincing run into the top 10 in the Final while his new teammates, the Norwegian Martinius Stenshorne and the Brazilian Vinicius Tessaro were already performing well. Like Tessaro, Alessandro Cenedese missed his qualification in the Final because of a spoiler penalty, but they caught up by finishing 1st and 3rd in Final B. The Mexican Jesse Alenjandro Carrasquero Parada for his part took his first steps in European competition.
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AIG: It’s Illegal to Require Us to Do What We Said We Wouldn’t Do
December 14, 2014 by Ed Brayton
AIG: It’s Illegal to Require Us to Do What We Said We Wouldn’t Do December 14, 2014 Ed Brayton
I am highly amused by the response of Answers in Genesis to the withdrawal of tax incentives for their for-profit Noah’s Ark theme park. Let’s set the wayback machine for a few weeks and see what they were saying about it when the issue first came up:
In an Aug. 27 letter, Tourism Arts and Heritage Cabinet Secretary Bob Stewart pointed out a problematic job posting, which advertised for a computer-assisted design technician to work on the ark. The application was posted on the website of Answers in Genesis, the parent company of Ark Encounter, which also operates the Creation Museum in Petersburg…
Stewart wrote that such a job posting would be against state and federal hiring laws.
“Therefore we are not prepared to move forward with consideration of the application for final approval without the assurance of Ark Encounter LLC that it will not discriminate in any way on the basis of religion in hiring for the project and will revise its postings accordingly,” Stewart wrote.
In an Aug. 28 response, Ark Encounter attorney James Parsons said the posting was for Answers in Genesis, not Ark Encounter, and that the park officials would honor the requirements for state tax incentives.
So let’s recap: They put up a classified ad for someone to work on the ark park, but they had to sign a statement of faith, which is illegal for a for-profit company and prevents them from getting the $18 million in tax breaks. When informed of this, they said that the classified ad wasn’t for the for-profit park but was for their non-profit creationist group and they would comply with the laws. And now their position has changed a bit:
The organization is required to “waive its right to include a religious preference in hiring” and “affirm that it will tolerate no ‘proselytizing’ at the theme park.”
Not possible, AiG responded, on billboard messages and elsewhere.
AiG said Kentucky officials bowed to pressure from secularist groups when it denied the Ark Encounter theme park an opportunity to participate in a popular tax rebate incentive program offered by the state’s tourism office.”
The restrictions demanded by the state are “unlawful,” AiG asserted.
“It is well-established under both federal law (Title VII) and state law (KRS 344.090) that religious organization and entities like AIG are specifically permitted to utilize a religious preference in their hiring,” the organization said.
“Moreover, the government cannot show hostility toward religion or discriminate against persons or organizations who express religious viewpoints.”
To sum up their new position: “Help, help, we’re being repressed! They’re persecuting us for doing what we lied and said we wouldn’t do!” But they’re lying for Jesus, so it’s all okay.
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caseloweraz
Shame on those secularist groups for pointing out what the Constitution and the laws really say.
And by the way, why would AIG need a CAD tech to design the ark? Noah didn’t have one.
Not to mention, as I recall, the ad itself said the position was for the wooden boat fantasyland.
John Pieret
Obviously, they are going to need an animatronic Noah and his family happily shoveling tons of shit a day to show how easy it was for eight people to care for 15,000 pairs of animals (the unclean ones) a day.
sigurd jorsalfar
Exactly caseloweraz. As our fundamentalist friends keep telling us, all the information anyone needs to do anything, including building an ark, is found right there in the good old holy book.
But it’s Holy Shitte (TM) and can shovel itself. And speaking of crap, what about what Ham keeps shoveling out?
dingojack
“And Ham, the father of Canaan, saw the nakedness of his father, and told his two brethren without.”
No wonder he’s got daddy issues.
🙂 Dingo
Have pity on him … you wouldn’t want to be ham so close to Christmas…
[OK I’ll stop now]
dhall
Of course it is. However, it’s also well established in federal and state law that the government is not in the business of handing out taxpayer money to religious organizations, or supporting them indirectly. They can hire anyone they want. They just won’t be rewarded by the government and taxpayers for it. Quite honestly, giving such incentives to such an obviously religiously inspired theme park was questionable in the first place, and AIG’s choice to ignore the terms of the initial agreement probably gave KY’s lawmakers the out they needed.
Modusoperandi
SHOW ME IN THE CONSTITUTION WHERE THERES A SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND TAX INCENTIVES!!!
Being that it’s KY, did they slide out of the agreement?
[Sorry, inner 12 yr old just slipped out….] 😀
1. This $18 million in “tax breaks” is a smoke screen for AIG/Ark Park failures to raise money. If I understand this correctly, those tax breaks apply to future profits.
You have to have profits before you pay taxes on them!!! IIRC, Kentucky is one of those states that have negligible taxes on corporations anyway, the idea being that businesses will move there.
What that means in practice that instead of paying minor amounts in taxes on profits, they will pay minor but slightly larger amounts in taxes.
2. It really shouldn’t make any difference to the economic viability of the Ark Park or in building the Ark Park. It looks more like an excuse than anything to stall and blame their funding shortfalls.
3. They’ve tried any number of ways to raise money and have raised tens of millions. It never seems enough though.
I’m not seeing that they will ever build it now despite their claims that they have already started.
The Ark Park looked a lot like a scam when it started.
It’s now looking even more like a scam.
I suspect that they will simply take the tens of millions they’ve raised and play out the clock. Stall, beat around the bush, file implausible lawsuits for asserting nonexistent rights and so on. Meanwhile paying the executives huge salaries with bonuses, perks, and benefits.
Meanwhile keep raising money to keep the money siphon going by screaming persecution. This could go on for decades.
I don’t have a problem with this. Makers of mansions, fast cars, and yachts need to eat too. If fundie xians want to support rich parasites, by all means do so. It’s far better than supporting xian terrorists or the Tea Party.
And in the end, use the freeway offramp improvement (already done according to one local poster) and utility/road improvements to put up a housing development and condos. Follow the money!!!! No matter what happens, a few people are going to make a lot of money, partly using fundie xian and government tax funds.
Area Man
You have to have profits before you pay taxes on them!!!
Not for this particular tax incentive. The incentive would have allowed them to keep 25% of the sales taxes they collected for 10 years. It’s basically the same as the state handing them a big bag of money.
Not for this particular tax incentive. The incentive would have allowed them to keep 25% of the sales taxes they collected for 10 years.
OK. I didn’t even think of that. This is a good deal since it is off the gross, not the net.
Kentucky sales tax is 6%. AIG/Ark Park would pay 4.5%. Still adding 1.5% to their operating costs should not be enough to deepsix the project. If your profit margin is 1.5%, you probably aren’t viable anyway.
Disney co. has a profit margin of 12.10%.
dhall @ 8:
government is not in the business of handing out taxpayer money to religious organizations, or supporting them indirectly
Not quite true. Government agencies can provide funds and services for encouraging the general welfare (e.g. stimulating construction employment, neighborhood improvement, etc.) to religious organizations, as long as there are generally available to all persons and entities on a neutral basis. Obvious examples are providing police, fire and sewer services, generally available to the public, to churches as well, even though such services relieve the churches of paying for them on their own.
Still adding 1.5% to their operating costs should not be enough to deepsix the project. If your profit margin is 1.5%, you probably aren’t viable anyway.
Agreed, the tax incentives aren’t going to make or break the project. The real problem is that they aren’t remotely close to having raised enough money to build the thing. Last I heard they’re short by a factor of 5 or so, and there is no realistic prospect, aside from a very deep-pocketed benefactor, that they’ll come up with even half the money. Still, the incentives would have improved their operating prospects, and their loss is important symbolically because it will dissuade additional donors.
thebookofdave
For that matter, caseloweraz, why would he need to hire anyone at all? He runs an apologetics ministry, has publications staff, creation museum employees, and five of his own children. That’s more labor resources than the Noah character would have dreamed of.
U Frood
Noah lived to be 900 years old, so he had more time to build the ark than Ham does.
busterggi
I’d say modern tools & work crews balance out the 900 year thing. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liberty_ship
Yes but:
“In the six hundredth year of Noah’s life, in the second month, the seventeenth day of the month, the same day were all the fountains of the great deep broken up, and the windows of heaven were opened.”
anubisprime
Bet the Hovind clan are laughing their collective dicks & tits off…and wondering if there is an advantage in this debacle for them,
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by Press Release | 11.25.2018 | 11:54am
D Toz (1) won the $75,000 Don McNeill Memorial for Oklahoma-bred colts and geldings on Saturday at Remington Park under Lane Luzzi
When trainer Danny Pish of Cibolo, Texas, glanced down the shedrow of his barn before the meet began at Remington Park in August, he said he thought he might have a superstar in one of his stalls.
“I'm just not sure who it is,” Pish said with a laugh.
That question may have been answered Saturday night as a horse he trains for the Richter Family Trust and B.J. Richter of Perkins, Okla., took over after a half-mile in the $75,000 Don McNeill Stakes and never was headed after that, finishing two lengths in front in a race for 2-year-olds going a mile distance over the main track.
It was one of two co-features on the night for Oklahoma-foaled juveniles as Dicey won the $75,000 Slide Show Stakes for 2-year-old fillies at a mile, a couple of races later on the main racing surface. This daughter of Flat Out from the Broken Vow mare Broken Blues was ridden to victory by Kevin Roman for owners Pat Swan and Jay Lewis of Jones, Okla. She was bred by John James Revocable Trust.
D Toz, a gelded son of Chitoz, out of the Strategic Mission mare Dyna Okie, earned $45,000 for the victory under jockey Lane Luzzi, who gave the young bay a beautiful ride up front. He sat just off the shoulder of pacesetter Dominante for a half mile and then moved to the lead after fractions of 23.90 seconds for the opening quarter-mile and :47.29 for the half-mile. He handled three-quarters of a mile in 1:12.86 and then stopped the timer at 1:39.99 at the wire over a fast track.
“This horse has just matured in so much time over two…three races,” said Luzzi, who has been aboard for all three lifetime races with D Toz. “From the rail position (1-hole), I knew I had to commit to being either close to the pace or just off the pace. Out of the gates he was pretty keen, but he put me in a good position that I was confident to get him to relax around there.”
Luzzi said D Toz has improved so much it wouldn't surprise him if he continued to grow into the superstar that Pish was wondering about. The juvenile has now won two of three starts and run second in the other.
“His first time he was a little bit green but when he ran second (to tonight's runner-up Cowboy Mischief), I knew I was sitting on something,” Luzzi said.
He said he hadn't talked to the owners or Pish about where D Toz might show up next, but he wouldn't mind sharing a van with him wherever he lands.
“I'm just happy to be on for the ride,” Luzzi said.
D Toz increased his earnings to $78,269 in those three starts. He was sent off at 7-2 odds and paid $9.20 to win, $4.40 to place and $3 to show across the board. Cowboy Mischief, the beaten favorite at 5-2 odds, was another 3-1/4 lengths ahead of Dobbins G in third place.
D Toz was bred in Oklahoma by the Richter Family Trust.
The Don McNeill Memorial is named in honor of the late owner and breeder who was so prominent in Oklahoma-bred racing, represented by many talented horses but especially by millionaires Clever Trevor and Mr. Ross, among others.
Swan said he noticed the filly Dicey at a sale and had owner Lewis on the phone. They bid for her and were successful at $43,000 at the 2017 OKC Carter Summer Sale.
“I told Jay we have to have this outstanding individual,” said Swan. “I thought she would love a mile,” he said. And she did.
Dicey covered the mile in 1:41.64 and earned $45,000 for her owners. She has won twice in five starts, now with lifetime earnings of $78,108. She was soundly beaten in the Oklahoma Classics Juvenile Fillies by She's Shiney on Oct. 19, but turned the tables tonight. She's Shiney finished second by a length as the odds-on 3-5 favorite and Brew Casa ran third, another 4-1/2 lengths back.
“She has been training great after that race,” said Swan. “She didn't like the (sloppy) track last time.”
Dicey paid $14.20 to win, $5.40 to place and $4 to show. Roman said it was easy stepping as she closed from mid-pack to win.
“When it came time to go, she listened,” he said.
The Slide Show Stakes is named in honor of the Oklahoma-bred filly who was near perfect in her career at Remington Park, winning 10 of her 11 starts, and seven stakes events, here in the mid-1990s.
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5 Inland Empire classical music concerts to see…
5 Inland Empire classical music concerts to see in December
David Archuleta will perform with the San Bernardino Symphony for the group’s holiday show in December. (Robby Klein, Courtesy Photo)
By George A. Paul | britpopgeo@sbcglobal.net |
PUBLISHED: November 26, 2018 at 6:53 am | UPDATED: November 26, 2018 at 7:03 am
The holiday season is a perfect opportunity to enjoy classical music that you only hear once a year. Below are some Christmas-themed programs where local symphony and chamber orchestras are joined by solo singers, choirs and more.
David Archuleta, best known as a second-place finalist on “American Idol” and for the top 10 single “Crush” in 2008, headlines San Bernardino Symphony’s Dec. 1 event.
David Archuleta wanted his new Christmas album to have a 1940s and ’50s vibe. (Courtesy Photo)
During past orchestral shows, the Tennessee-based vocalist found “the experience of sharing the stage with so many other talented musicians was powerful.” This rare Inland Empire appearance is slated to feature songs off both his Christmas albums. Archuleta is particularly excited to do selections from the new collection “Winter in the Air” because they were geared toward “a classic 1940s and ‘50s feel with string arrangements…I really love singing (the luxurious title track) live and bringing people into a winter wonderland,” he said in a recent interview.
Archuleta went for “an old school style” in the vein of Nat King Cole and “timeless feel” on the new album. He co-penned vibrant opener “Christmas Everyday” alongside Grammy-nominated songwriter Dave Barnes (Blake Shelton, Thomas Rhett).
“I wanted to make the songs feel familiar, not just by the melody and lyric, but through the arrangements. “I had a lot of fun with it and the strings have that happy ‘classic Christmas’ feel to them.”
San Bernardino Symphony
The program’s first half, with guest conductor Dean Anderson, will include music by Tchaikovsky, Vaughn Williams, Rimsky-Korsakov, Anderson and a Nilo Alcala world premiere. Archuleta performs during the second half.
When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1
Where: California Theatre of Performing Arts, 562 W. 4th St., San Bernardino
Tickets: $30-$65; $15 active military and students
Information: 909-381-5388, sanbernardinosymphony.org
Also: Archuleta will perform a non-orchestral Christmas show at The Troubadour in West Hollywood on Nov. 26, $35, troubadour.com.
California Chamber Orchestra
The “Gifts” concert will feature works by Debussy, Respighi, Susa and more from the orchestra and Temecula Valley Master Chorale.
Where: Murrieta United Methodist Church, 24652 Adams Ave., Murrieta
Tickets: $35 adults; $30 seniors; $10 students; children under 10 free with regular or senior ticket.
Information: 866-653-8696, calchamberorchestra.org
Temecula Valley Symphony
The “Winter Bliss” concert, with vocal duo Jonathan Hawkins and Heather Lundstedt-O’Neill accompanying the orchestra, will include classics and a selection from the Trans-Siberian Orchestra.
When: 2 p.m. Dec. 15
Where: Murrieta Mesa High School, 123 Murrieta Road, Murrieta
Tickets: $30 for adults; $25 for seniors 65 and older and active military with ID; $15 students 25 and under; $10 children 12 and under.
Information: 951-587-1536, temeculavalleysymphony.org
Riverside Philharmonic
Tomasz Golka will conduct the orchestra in Christmas and Hanukkah music by Strauss, Tchaikovsky, Wendel and Vince Guaraldi (“A Charlie Brown Christmas”) as well as other seasonal favorites and singalong carols.
When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 15
Where: Coil School for the Arts, 3890 University Ave., Riverside
Tickets: $35-$50; $10 seniors, military and students at door
Information: 951-787-0251, riversidephilharmonic.org
Redlands Symphony
“A Christmas Carol: The Concert” marks the symphony’s first holiday program in more than 40 years. Based on Charles Dickens’ classic, it will feature singing actors and the Inland Master Chorale.
Where: Memorial Chapel, University of Redlands, 1200 E. Colton Ave., Redlands
Tickets: $15-$70
Information: 909-587-5565, redlandssymphony.com
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George A. Paul, whose first concert was Neil Diamond at The Fabulous Forum in 1983, has written about entertainment since the early 1990s. He also posts music news, reviews and interviews at newwavegeo.blogspot.com.
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Recognized over the world, Cirque du Soleil has constantly sought to evoke imagination, invoke senses and provoke emotions. The group of performers has remained one of the most successful theatrical producers in the history of the entertainment industry. It is a hybrid of circus, acrobatics, and dance performance. Today, the organization has blossomed to 5,000 employees, 1,300 are artists, on five continents.
Come discover (or rediscover!) the magic of Cirque du Soleil during their performance of Amaluna. In Amaluna, Queen Prospera causes a storm after directing her daughter's coming of age ceremony, honoring femininity, renewal, rebirth and balance. A group of young men wash up on the isle, triggering an epic love story between Prospera’s daughter and a brave young suitor. Theirs is a love that will be tested.
There’s so many things happening at once that it might be hard to believe! The artists fly out over the audience on straps, suspended from the Carousel, a rotating set element high above them.
This spectacular demonstration of flight in four dimensions is calling for precision timing, in addition to the skills and physical strength it takes to move at high velocity through 360 degrees. Young men launch themselves high into the air, twisting and turning in a playful high-speed. They pull off several seemingly impossible feats. Miranda plays in the waterbowl, discovering her own physicality as she performs a challenging hand-balancing routine.
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McGinn: Matthews' resurgence buoys Packers
Aaron Rodgers, Jordy Nelson and the five old reliables up front have the Green Bay Packers’ offense just where it needs to be entering the money month of January.
McGinn: Matthews' resurgence buoys Packers Aaron Rodgers, Jordy Nelson and the five old reliables up front have the Green Bay Packers’ offense just where it needs to be entering the money month of January. Check out this story on packersnews.com: http://pck.rs/2hjNA5R
Bob McGinn, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Published 7:26 p.m. CT Dec. 24, 2016 | Updated 4:47 a.m. CT Dec. 25, 2016
Pete Dougherty and Bob McGinn take a look at a couple of key contributors in the Packers rout of the Vikings.
Green Bay Packers outside linebacker Clay Matthews (52) sacks Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford (8) to force a fumble in the second quarter of the game, Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.(Photo: Rick Wood/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
GREEN BAY – Aaron Rodgers, Jordy Nelson and the five old reliables up front have the Green Bay Packers’ offense just where it needs to be entering the money month of January.
Now it’s about dressing up what has been a mediocre defense all season, and that’s where Clay Matthews comes in.
Matthews played his finest game in a long time Saturday afternoon as the Packers dispatched the Minnesota Vikings, 38-25, at balmy Lambeau Field.
“He was the ‘Claymaker,’ ” said guard Lane Taylor. “You know he can do it. He’s a stud.
“He was feeling a little better today and he made plays. That’s what we need. He’s a difference-maker.”
Working through what has been described as a separated left shoulder, Matthews forced the first fumble of his least productive season in an eight-year career with a strip-sack late in the first half that set up a touchdown.
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He also batted down two passes, knocked down Sam Bradford two other times and drew a holding penalty.
That’s six important plays for a defense that simply isn’t good enough rushing the passer without Matthews in his old form.
“He’s a dynamic guy,” veteran guard Joe Berger of the Vikings said. “Obviously, a big part of their defense. When you’re trying to protect the quarterback you know where he is. I’m sure they’d love to be able to use him any way they can.”
The 113th Packers-Vikings game was all Green Bay and totally unlike the mid-September meeting. That was a defensive struggle, and coach Mike Zimmer’s defense got the best of coach Mike McCarthy’s offense for a 17-14 victory.
This time, Zimmer stayed with his four-man rush too long and got shredded. After the Packers’ first 15 snaps (13 passes, two runs), the Vikings had given up 167 yards and two touchdowns.
The Vikings (7-8) moved within one score, 21-13, late in the first half before the Packers went on another roll and extended their lead to 25 points before allowing two touchdowns in garbage time.
Stretching its winning streak to five games, Green Bay (9-6) will meet the Detroit Lions (9-5) next Sunday at Ford Field to decide the NFC North Division title. The Packers also enhanced their wild-card chances but can’t clinch an eighth straight playoff berth until next weekend.
“We’re planning on going to Detroit to win the division,” McCarthy said. “This is a very committed football team. I’ve been standing up here saying it since training camp.”
McCarthy improved to 16-6-1 against the Packers’ border rival (9-2-1 in Green Bay) and 4-2 against Zimmer, the third-year coach who beat the Packers on the same field a year ago to win the NFC North.
“They beat us in most every phase,” said Zimmer. “I think we played hard; I just don’t think we played good. We are not resilient enough. I need to do a better job. I haven’t done a good enough job this year.”
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After a 5-0 start despite the loss of quarterback Teddy Bridgewater the Vikings have lost eight of their last 10 games. Adding insult to injury, their schedule Friday when up in smoke after their team charter slid off the runway taxiing at Appleton International Airport and it took four hours before players, two at a time, could start being fork-lifted off the aircraft.
“It sucked,” guard Alex Boone said. “I think that did about summarize how the season has gone so far.”
Rodgers opened 10 for 10, and it was almost as if the Vikings didn’t know what hit them. Frustrated no end in the Game 2 meeting, he cut apart one of the NFL’s best pass rushes and better collection of cornerbacks.
“From the first throw today I was in a different head space,” said Rodgers, whose passer rating of 136.6 almost doubled his 70.7 of Sept. 18. “For whatever reason, I had a heightened awareness and focus. I was seeing things better. I was playing slower in my mind from the start.”
Nelson, his partner in crime, had a phenomenal first half in which he caught seven passes for 145 yards. Just one of his catches appeared to come against Xavier Rhodes, the Vikings’ best cover guy who has battled Nelson chest-to-chest in the past.
Rhodes was supposed to stick with Nelson throughout the game, acccording to the Minneapolis Star Tribune, But afterward it was revealed that members of the Vikings secondary went against Zimmer's wishes and switched off on the coverage responsibilities, depending on who was on that side of the field.
It was as illogical as Zimmer's decision not to blitz until later on in the second quarter when the game was almost out of hand.
“It looked like he started out four-man rush and then he started bringing some backers,” Taylor said. “He probably started bringing pressure so Aaron didn’t have all that time to throw it.”
The Vikings ended up sacking Rodgers four times and knocking him down after another six throws. Zimmer has an exceptional and novel blitz/stunt package but hesitated and then all was lost.
“When you play a guy like this he’ll come ready to play each and every week,” defensive end Everson Griffen said. “He’ll have his boys ready. There’s no margin for error with this kind of quarterback.
“The whole thing with Aaron, you’ve got to contain him in the pocket. You’ve got be on your P’s and Q’s. You’ve got to do all the small things against them.
“In the first 15 plays they only ran the ball twice. They made everything look like run. Play-action. Then they started dinking and dunking, getting the ball out quick, and we weren’t disciplined.”
The surprise was the efficiency of the Vikings’ offense. “We were able to move the ball on them,” Berger said.
Averaging an NFL-worst 2.98 per carry, the Vikings gained 4.7 per rush in picking up 93 yards on the ground, their highest total since Game 6.
In the air, Bradford threw for a season-high 382 yards as Minnesota piled up another season-high with 446 yards.
The key, of course, was the ability of the Packers’ defense to take the ball away twice and force the Vikings to kick field goals early. Matthews was the central figure in all of it.
After Bradford missed an open Adam Thielen in the back of the end zone on second down from the 4, Matthews batted down a bubble screen and Zimmer had to wave in kicker Kai Forbath.
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On their next possession, the Vikings moved to the 8 before Matthews knocked down Bradford on successive passes and the field-goal team came on again.
One series later, backup center Nick Easton said he rolled a wet ball back that never got to Bradford and was recovered by nose tackle Kenny Clark. Three plays later, the Packers scored their third touchdown.
When Minnesota reached the Green Bay 41 late in the first half, Matthews whipped around left tackle T.J. Clemmings, smashed Bradford from behind and his fumble was recovered by Mike Daniels.
That set up another touchdown and gave Green Bay a 28-13 halftime lead.
The Packers’ turnover differential of plus-2 Saturday increased their margin to plus-13 during their five-game winning streak. At the same time, the Packers have given the ball away once in the last five games.
“The turnovers, to me, were the key in the game,” said McCarthy. “I think our defense gave us great field position and gave us the ability to get the point total up to 38.”
When the blitzing began to make things difficult for Green Bay’s offense, Matthews made sure the Vikings didn’t come back.
On their first possession of the third quarter, Matthews backed off a rush sensing a screen behind him to Thielen and deflected the third-down pass.
The Vikings put together a drive on their next series but Matthews drew a holding penalty on Clemmings with a speed rush. It wiped out a third-and-6 completion of 12 yards to Matt Asiata and forced another punt.
“He looked like Clay Matthews to me, Pro Bowler that he is,” said linebacker Joe Thomas. “He didn’t get in this year, but he’s a great player and he stood out today.”
Despite the rejuvenated Matthews, he wasn’t enough to prevent Thielen from catching 12 of 15 targeted passes for a career-high 202 yards and two touchdowns against a leaky secondary. Stefon Diggs, who owned the Packers in the first game, settled for four for 29.
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“He (Thielen) is a guy that came in, worked his way up the ranks and you see the benefits of it,” cornerback Quinten Rollins said. “He can be that security blanket. That’s what he is for No. 8 (Bradford)."
Special teams also helped win the day. Thanks to Mason Crosby’s varying types of kickoffs, the great Cordarrelle Patterson wasn’t able to return one. Punter Jacob Schum neutralized dangerous veteran Marcus Sherels as well.
Good teams dominate turnover differential, play well on special teams, move the ball, excel in the red zone and have at least one explosive pass rusher who can put the fear of God into opposing offenses.
Buoyed by Matthews’ return to form, the Packers on Christmas Eve looked to be a team headed in the right direction at the right time.
Week 16 photos: Packers vs. Vikings
Green Bay Packers cornerback Damarious Randall (23) breaks up a pass intended for wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson (84) against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (17) scores a touchdown in the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (17) celebrates his touchdown with wide receiver Geronimo Allison (81) in the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers nose tackle Kenny Clark (97) celebrates his fumble recovery against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson (87) spikes the ball after catching a touchdown pass against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) works in a shaft of sunshine as guard T.J. Lang (70) and center Corey Linsley (63) block against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers tight end Jared Cook (89) makes a catch over cornerback Trae Waynes (26) against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) greets Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen. Rick Wood, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Aaron Rodgers scores a second quarter touchdown against Minnesota Vikings' Xavier Rhodes. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Geronimo Allison reacts after a catch for a first down. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Packers fans celebrate a touchdown in the first quarter of a Dec. 24, 2016, game against the Vikings. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers throws a touchdown pass in the second quarter. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams fumbles a pass in the end zone. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs (14) catches a touchdown pass over Green Bay Packers strong safety Micah Hyde. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs (14) throws the ball into the stands after scoring a touchdown in the fourth quarter. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Minnesota Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon (21) goes airborne in the third quarter. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers defensive back Kentrell Brice (29) and free safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix tackle Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs. Adam Wesley/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Green Bay Packers running back Ty Montgomery looks for running room. Mark Hoffman, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson picks up 48 yards on a reception before being tackled by by Minnesota Vikings cornerback Trae Waynes. Mark Hoffman, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Minnesota Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon (21) picks up 21 yards on reception while being pursued by Green Bay Packers cornerback LaDarius Gunter. Mark Hoffman, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers nose tackle Kenny Clark reacts after recovering a fumble by Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford. Mark Hoffman, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Minnesota Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon picks up one yard before being tackled by Green Bay Packers inside linebacker Joe Thomas. Mark Hoffman, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs (14) is held to a small gain on third down in the red zone by Green Bay Packers free safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix (21) and cornerback LaDarius Gunter. Rick Wood, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Aaron Rodgers Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Jordy Nelson fights of Minnesota'a Andrew Sendejo. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers tight end Jared Cook hauls in a first down catch against Minnesota Vikings cornerback Trae Waynes. Rick Wood, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers cornerback Damarious Randall breaks up a pass intended for Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson. Rick Wood, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Fans were nervous as Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers went down (and later came back in the game ). Rick Wood, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Aaron Rodgers signals a change at the line while calling a play. Rick Wood, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Geronimo Allison signals for a first down after a reception. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Aaron Rodgers looks to pass in the third quarter. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy works the sideline during the team's Week 16 game against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Aaron Rodgers hands the ball to Ty Montgomery in the first quarter. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
A fan reacts after winning a snow thrower in the fourth quarter. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Aaron Rodgers Rick Wood, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Nick Perry puts a hard hit on Sam Bradford. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Jeff Janis celebrates making a tackle on a punt play. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson scores a touchdown on a 21-yard reception despite the efforts of Minnesota Vikings middle linebacker Eric Kendricks. Mark Hoffman, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford throws a 71-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Adam Thielen. Mark Hoffman, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson spikes the ball after scoring on a 21-yard reception. Mark Hoffman, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers receiver Geronimo Allison reacts after a reception for a first down against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field. Wm. Glasheen/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Sam Bradford Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Davante Adams cannot hold onto a pass in the end zone. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Adam Thielen tries to break away from Green Bay's Damarious Randall. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Jeff Janis catches a pass in front of the defense of Minnesota's Trae Waynes. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Aaron Rodgers acknowledges fans after the Green Bay Packers' 38-25 win over the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field. Rick Wood/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Aaron Rodgers is shaken up in the second half. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Micah Hyde returns a punt in the second half. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Charles Johnson drops a pass from Sam Bradford. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Jared Cook catches a pass for a first down in front of Trae Waynes. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Richard Rodgers catches a touchdown pass. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Richard Rodgers catches a touchdown pass from Aaron Rodgers. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wisconsin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers and Jordy Nelson celebrate their touchdown connection in the second quarter. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis.
Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers is all smiles in the end zone after running for a touchdown in the second quarter. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis.
Green Bay Packers' Clay Matthews tries to get to Minnesota Vikings' Sam Bradford in the second quarter. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis.
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Geronimo Allison (81) runs after a catch in the second quarter against the Minnesota Vikings as the Packers host the Vikings at Lambeau Field on Saturday, December 24, 2016, in Green Bay, Wis. Adam Wesley/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson (87) scores a touchdown past the coverage of Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Anthony Barr (55) in the second quarter as the Packers host the Vikings at Lambeau Field on Saturday, December 24, 2016, in Green Bay, Wis. Adam Wesley/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson (87) scores a touchdown past the coverage of Minnesota Vikings cornerback Trae Waynes (26) in the second quarter as the Packers host the Vikings at Lambeau Field on Saturday, December 24, 2016, in Green Bay, Wis. Adam Wesley/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson (87) falls into the end zone for at touchdown in the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson (87) spikes the ball in celebration after scoring a touchdown in the first quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson (87) and quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) celebrate a touchdown completion in the second quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) is swarmed by fans after scoring a touchdown in the first half during the Green Bay Packers vs. Minnesota Vikings NFL football game, Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Rick Wood/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) is helped up by teammates after scoring a touchdown in the first half during the Green Bay Packers vs. Minnesota Vikings NFL football game, Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Rick Wood/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers outside linebacker Clay Matthews (52) sacks Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford (8) to force a fumble in the second quarter of the game, Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. Rick Wood/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) is sacked by Minnesota Vikings middle linebacker Eric Kendricks (54) in the first half during the Green Bay Packers vs. Minnesota Vikings NFL football game, Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Rick Wood/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers' Jordy Nelson spikes the ball after his first quarter touchdown. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis.
Green Bay Packers' LaDarius Gunter is beat for a long firsts down reception by Minnesota Vikings' Adam Thielen. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis.
Green Bay Packers' Kenny Clark celebrates a fumble recovery. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Green Bay Packers' Christine Michael. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-Wis
Green Bay Packers' Jordy Nelson celebrates a second quarter touchdown. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Wm. Glasheen/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers' Clay Matthews sacks Minnesota Vikings' Sam Bradford, causing a fumble. The fumble was recovered by Green Bay. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Wm. Glasheen/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers' Mike Daniels recovers a Minnesota Vikings' Sam Bradford fumble in the second quarter. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Wm. Glasheen/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) runs six yard for a touchdown during the second quarter of their game against the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) gets sacked in the second quarter by middle linebacker Eric Kendricks (54) against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers tight end Jared Cook (89) makes a catch in the second quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers tight end Jared Cook (89) makes a catch as running back Ty Montgomery (88) blocks in the second quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) celebrates his six yard run for a touchdown during the second quarter of their game against the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers celebrates his second quarter touchdown run with fans with a Lambeau Leap. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis.
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson (87) scores a touchdown with Minnesota Vikings middle linebacker Eric Kendricks (54) defending in the first quarter during the Green Bay Packers vs. Minnesota Vikings NFL football game, Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Rick Wood/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Green Bay Packers' Joe Thomas defends against the pass to Minnesota Vikings' Jerick McKinnon in the first quarter. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-W, USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
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Green Bay Packers' Jordy Nelson breaks away fro Minnesota Vikings' Eric Kendricks to score a touchdown on a first quarter pass from Aaron Rodgers. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Wm. Glasheen/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin Wm. Glasheen/USA Today Network-W, USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
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Green Bay Packers tight end Richard Rodgers (82) practices his sideline catches before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson (87) laughs at a joke during pregame warmups before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, December 24, 2016. Jim Matthews/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis
A Packers fan with a festive cheesehead walks past some Vikings fans outside the stadium before the Packers host the Vikings at Lambeau Field on Saturday, December 24, 2016, in Green Bay, Wis. Adam Wesley/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Haley Hodek, 14, of Neenah puts the hat on a snowman dressed as Jordy Nelson outside the stadium before the Packers host the Vikings at Lambeau Field on Saturday, December 24, 2016, in Green Bay, Wis. Adam Wesley/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Nick Wells of Chippewa Falls, Wis., dons a Christmas themed Cheesehad hat while tailgating before the start of the game against the Minnesota Vikings. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Dan Christopher, left, and his wife Heather tailgate dressed as string cheese with their friends Deb and John Sherman, right, prior to the start of the game against the Minnesota Vikings. The group is from Shullsburg, Wis. The Green Bay Packers host the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Dave Carlson (left) and Chris Morgan (right) hand out candy canes to fans before the Green Bay Packers games against the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Carlson is from Superior, Wis.; Morgan is from Bismarck, North Dakota. Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Dave McManus grills brats under the eye of his daughter, Allison, before the Green Bay Packers games against the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. The were celebrating the birthday of his wife and her mother. They are from Germantown. Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Debby Caven displays an autograph she got from legendary coach Vince Lombardi before the Green Bay Packers games against the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Ken Wochus, dressed an legendary coach Vince Lombardi, shows his technique of getting a ticket if needs one before the Green Bay Packers games against the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
A snowman is shown before the Green Bay Packers games against the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Fans tailgate before the Green Bay Packers games against the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, December 24, 2016 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Home Trial Marriage Husband: Need To Work Hard
Trial Marriage Husband: Need To Work Hard Chapter 3
Fadipe Peter September 13, 2018 0 comment
Tangning smiled as she gave a nod before lifting up her dress slightly and running towards the back of the stage. With her mask on, if you were to point out one distinguishing feature between Tangning and Mo Yurou, it would have to be Tangning's legs. Tangning's legs were once known as one of the most beautiful legs in the world.
Just as everyone thought the show had reached it's climax, Tangning descended gracefully to the stage on a chair. All the spotlights immediately focused on her...
...but
...the Crown's Star was nowhere to be seen...
What had happened?
Everyone present ran around frantically looking for the Crown's Star, they even searched Tangning all over. Because of this, many people couldn't help but notice her lovely pale long legs...
Legs so beautiful, they were unforgettable...
Just as everyone was about to give up, a smile appeared from behind the mysterious golden mask. Tangning elegantly raised her arm, tilted her head backwards and lifted her left leg which was facing the audience - striking a beautiful dance pose. At that moment, out from under the white dress and down her smooth legs, the Crown's Star appeared around Tangning's ankle sparkling magnificently.
Everyone froze in amazement at the scene in front of them. The sight of Tangning lying on the chair seamlessly moving from one pose to the next was unforgettable. Most impressive of all, every single pose Tangning pulled, the Crown's Star would be presented in a different light; showing off it's beauty over and over again...
The audience rose to their feet and gave Tangning a standing ovation...
Amongst the crowd, in a high but hidden position, Mo Ting's gaze was focused on Tangning. His new wife, once Beijing's top model, was here standing in on behalf of a B-Grade model.
There was no denying it, no matter if it was 3 years ago or 3 years later, she was still the same model - born for the runway...
After Tangning's final pose, the show came to a satisfying end. hf's founder was extremely impressed with her performance. Of course, he wasn't aware the model on stage was Tangning; he still believed it was Mo Yurou.
He appeared from behind the stage and approached Tangning. Like a gentleman, he offered his hand, helping Tangning off her chair and led her to the front of the runway as they bowed thankfully to the audience.
"Thank you everyone, and of course, thank you Miss Mo for a spectacular performance, it was certainly impressive."
Tangning stayed silent. She just simply responded with a bow. When suddenly, from the front of the runway came a high-pitched voice, "She isn't Mo Yurou, I've seen Mo Yurou in real life and she does not have such long legs!"
At that moment, everyone was stunned as they looked up and down Tangning's legs with doubt, "If you are indeed Mo Yurou, then remove your mask. If you are not, then Tianyi Entertainment are a bunch of liars!"
Sounds of doubt multiplied and grew louder. Even the designers of hf were beginning to question whether the woman in front of them was Mo Yurou.
"Miss Mo, please remove your mask..." The designers were curious. Was she really Mo Yurou? If she really wasn't then their collaboration with Tianyi Entertainment would have to come to an end.
Tangning hesitated, but she was already surrounded. With no other choice, she slowly removed her mask. At that moment, everyone held their breath. At the sight of her face, some recognized her immediately as the once famed model...
"It's Tangning!"
It was rumored that after Tangning was blacklisted, her status had completely deteriorated. She was even worse off than unsigned models. Who would have thought she would stoop so low as to step in for someone else. Was she deliberately creating hype or was she forced due to her current situation?
"Tangning, it's actually Tangning." The reporters quickly surrounded Tangning, giving her no room to escape.
"Miss Tang, could you please explain the current situation? Mo Yurou was the one that was invited to appear in today's show, but how come it turned out to be you?"
"From what we know, you were blacklisted 3 years ago. Are you trying to take this opportunity to announce a comeback?"
"As a once-famous model, are you trying to take Mo Yurou's jobs? Are you taking advantage of her being injured and stealing her opportunity to be a spokesperson?"
"It's obvious you are just trying to create hype. I knew it. Mo Yurou was already injured, how could she possibly attend the show. Famous supermodel my a**! More like famous superCHEAPmodel!"
The reporter's questions got more and more intense, in fact, some were already spouting insults.
"Outdated cheap model..."
"Yurou should be the spokesperson, give it back to her!"
Tangning was slowly forced to retreat as the reporters surrounded her. Some even pushed her. At this moment, hf added to the insults, "I am going to sue Tianyi Entertainment, what you are doing here is blatantly lying! I asked for Mo Yurou, instead, you gave me a 3rd-rate model." The designer had no idea how famous Tangning was 3 years ago. All he knew was that he had not seen this model appear anywhere in recent years.
"As for you, I'll see you in court! But, for now, get lost! You do not deserve to be standing on my runway!" he yelled.
The sharp voice echoed through the building, even the reporters were surprised. No model would just stand there and let someone yell at them like that.
"Why are you still here? Get lost!"
Tangning already prepared herself for this moment, but still struggled to hold back the humiliation. It was at that moment, a deep, attractive voice resounded from the end of the stage, "Yes, someone should get lost indeed..."
In surprise, the reporters turned to where the voice was coming from. There, standing at the end of the stage was Mo Ting. Everyone's eyes opened wide in shock... Isn't this the CEO of Hai Rui Entertainment? Why is he here?
Most importantly, why is he standing on the stage? It was a well-known fact that Mo Ting despised artists that played mind games. Tangning is digging her own grave. This time even Hai Rui can't help but step out from behind the sidelines.
Everyone held their breath, certain that Tangning was out of luck. But to their surprise, Mo Ting walked over to Tangning and stood by her side. With the intimidating tone of a king, he turned to the designer and continued, "...but, she is not the one that should get lost...it is you!"
"I could make hf disappear from Beijing if I want to. Your manners appear to be on a different level to your jewelry."
Tangning's heartbeat stopped for a moment. Who would have thought...her new husband, who she had only met for the third time, would stand up for her.
All the reporters were stunned as they began to worry. Had they known earlier that Tangning had ties with Hai Rui, they wouldn't have been so rude.
hf's designer was not impressed, but he knew he could not offend Hai Rui International. After a few moments of silence, he reluctantly apologized, "Sorry, President Mo. I didn't know of your relationship with..."
"You are wrong, I have no relations with her. I'm just simply...questioning your character!" Mo Ting denied his relation to Tangning and began to walk away. But before he left, he turned around and announced to the reporters, "There is, however, one thing I cannot deny. She will definitely become a rising star in the modeling industry!"
Translator's Thoughts
YunyiYunyi
It was so sweet of Mo Ting to stick up for Tangning. Does he see something in her that others don't? They've only met for the third time, yet he is not doubting her like everyone else. Can't wait for their relationship to develop.
This novel is published in serial form.
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St Piran, the Patron Saint of Cornwall
In 2017, two sculptors (David Paton from Cornwall and Stephane Rouget from Brittany) were commissioned to create a giant 3.7m stone statue of St Piran, the Patron Saint of Cornwall. This huge statue was to become the 100th saint at La Vallée des Saints in Brittany, where it would be the first of many sculptures linking the Celtic nations.
For more than a year, the two artists carved the statue out of rugged Cornish granite, working outdoors in all weather at Trenoweth Quarry near Falmouth. To symbolise St Piran's Irish roots, they carved the millstone around St Piran's neck out of Irish granite. The statue's base was carved on site at the Vallée de Saints from Breton granite.
The statue was completed in April 2018, in time for its sailing to Brittany aboard La Nebuleuse, a Breton fishing boat. A few weeks before the statue sailed, Pewter Sky was appointed to create the official pewter miniatures of the giant St Piran. The process of turning a 3.7m granite sculpture into a pewter cast was a complex one.
The first step was for Phil Atkin to take hundreds of photos of the completed statue. He then used those photos to build a 3D computer model, much as Hollywood does with its digital recreations of superheroes. The easiest way to generate the photos would have been to use a drone but Phil was on a very tight schedule so he did the photography himself, using an iPhone at the end of a long stick!
The resulting photos were then put into a computer application that created a scaleable 3D model of the statue. Phil designed three different versions of St Piran: a pendant, an amulet and a statuette. The computer files of those items were turned into high resolution plastic models via 3D printing, and Phil then used the plastic models to create the rubber moulds he needed to make his pewter casts.
All of the St Piran miniatures were made using the ancient method of gravity casting, i.e., Phil hand poured molten pewter into the moulds. He also finished and polished all the pieces by hand. Pewter is a particularly apt material for the St Piran miniatures because St Piran is the Patron Saint of Tin Miners and modern pewter is composed of approximately 95% tin.
Pewter Sky's St Piran miniatures have been created in Limited Editions of 100, to commemorate the statue's sailing to Brittany in May 2018. These Limited Edition pieces can be purchased directly from our Pewter Sky online shop. They are also available from the Artisan shop at the Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens, Nr Gulval, Penzance, Cornwall, TR20 8YL.
Pewter Sky is proud to have been involved in The Giant's Crossing, a unique event linking the ancient Celtic cultures of Cornwall and Brittany. For more information about the giant St Piran statue and its new home at the Vallée de Saints, visit The Giant's Crossing Facebook page: https://tinyurl.com/GiantsCrossing.
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Gone viral on YouTube! What is K/DA and why is it so popular around the world? 【Buzzwords】
K/DA is an idol group comprised of characters from the smash hit online game League of Legends. The group was announced to promote a new set of skins in the game.
K/DA
by Ekikon
What is K/DA?
The K/DA series (referred to simply as K/DA) is a new line of skins released in League of Legends, a famous online game by the company Riot Games.
The line includes four characters, namely Akali, Ahri, Evelynn and Kai’Sa.
These skins are inspired by K-Pop idol groups and are known for their sexy and cool visuals.
K/DA video on YouTube has a lot of views and they're still increasing!
Although the release of the skins was announced on October 10, the announcement did not include much details. But the girls appeared in the countdown footage during the opening of League of Legends' World Championship Finals, held on November 4. The girls then debuted as an idol unit, performing their new song POP/STARS.
On the same day, the music video of POP/STARS was uploaded on League of Legends' official YouTube account. The catchy song, dance moves, and the high-quality video were among the reasons the video got 15 million views as of November 6, a mere few days since the release date, boosting K/DA's popularity even more.
Rising popularity due to the girls' punk performance
Contrary to Ahri who has always been popular, Akali's performance in the video spurred many discussions on various social media. In addition, the blackouts of the girls and their glowing neon body paintings give the video an extremely punk touch.
K/DA Akali
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Behind the scenes of celticsoul.ca
What we did and how we did it
Erin Whitney, Marketing Coordinator | November 22, 2016
Plank is proud of our work building the website to support Celtic Soul, a documentary created by Canadian actor Jay Baruchel and Irish soccer journalist Eoin O’Callaghan, and written and directed by Michael McNamara. The film is a tale of soccer fandom that spans both miles and generations. Jay and Eoin set out on an epic road trip that takes them through Canada, Ireland, and Scotland, as well as 200 years of ancestral and sport history.
The website gives fans a chance to get to know Jay and Eoin as they begin their road trip and discuss the deeper points of sport, community, and history. As users scroll through Jay and Eoin’s road trip, they are gracefully flown from Montreal to Ireland and Scotland on an elegant, interactive map. The destinations are accompanied by online-first video content where Jay and Eoin delve into the parallels between fans of the Celtic Football Club and the Montreal Canadiens, explore the history of Irish immigration in Montreal, and share a few laughs on the road.
Today we’re looking at the site from the team’s perspective, and sharing a bit of how we did it.
Jennifer Lamb, Creative Director
The interesting challenge of this project was that it called for some heavy integration to present a rich array of content - animations, video, an interactive map - that serve to tell the story of Celtic Soul. Frontend was really the star of this show,so I worked very closely with the team to manage the delivery of that content. I gotta say, after so many hours of looking at Irish landscapes, my feet are itching for my own road trip.
Using Mapbox
Jerome Devillers, Frontend Developer
I had to find the best mapping solution to showcase the various locations in Montreal, Ireland and Scotland that Eoin and Jay visit on their road trip. After considering Google Maps we ultimately chose instead to use Mapbox. But why Mapbox over Google Maps? Because Mapbox is fast and lightweight - which means it doesn’t slow down the loading of other content on the page. We also had to match the scroll page position and content with the corresponding location on the map. Mapbox also allows you to design and style the map rendering to keep it consistent with the overall look of the website.
Building a custom Twitter-bot
Sean Fraser, Senior Developer
We gave fans the ability to view sneak peaks of video clips from the movie by engaging with @CelticSoulMovie on social media. We created a simple bot which regularly pulls in Tweets to the account. The bot reads the hashtags in the post and replies with a direct message containing secret links which unlock various pieces of hidden content across the site.
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- Growth to remain subdued, recession risk growing
- 6 disruptors could result in economic shocks
- Fiscal solutions favoured over monetary
The world will enter a shallow recession in the next three to five years and the whole period will be characterised by lacklustre growth and low inflation, says PIMCO, the world’s largest bond fund.
The recession is not expected to be deep because the drivers will be different to previous episodes of contracting growth.
Normally, recessions are caused by private sector imbalances, such as the housing bubble of 2008 or by central banks becoming overly hawkish - which means pushing up interest rates too aggressively - but this is unlikely to be the case this time around.
Instead, the next recession is more likely to be caused by an escalating trade war, a geopolitical shock of some sort, a significant increase in political uncertainty, a slowdown in the Chinese economy, or a sharp correction in asset prices which are becoming increasingly overvalued and divorced from fundamentals.
The overvaluation of stocks is seen to largely be as a result of investors being faced with few yield-generating alternatives.
Importantly, the lacklustre growth trend in most developing countries make them a priori more vulnerable to slipping into a recession.
A “sluggish recovery” will follow the recession.
Growth will remain “lacklustre” as moderate productivity gains offset “slowing labour force growth”, says Joachim Fels of PIMCO in a recent briefing.
Inflation and interest rates will remain ‘perpetually’ low, however, reflecting a ‘new normal’ or “new neutral” of low inflation, growth and interest rates.
In addition to its baseline forecast, PIMCO also sees seven fat tail risk factors or ‘disruptors’ which could lead to market shocks during the period.
6 Possible Drivers of the Next Recession
These are China slowdown, the rise of populism, demographic changes, technological disruption, financial market volatility, and climate change.
1) A sharper-than-expected slowdown in China could be caused by continuing or worsening trade tensions with the U.S.
In response there is also a risk that authorities could resort to aggressive currency depreciation “which could send a deflationary shockwave through the global economy,” says Fels.
2) Populist politics pose a threat to the smooth running of the global economy since they tend to raise barriers to cross-border trade impacting on the complex web of global relationships and supply chains which currently underpin the global economy.
With populism emphasising the domestic rather than the international the deglobalisation of the world economy is likely to become more pronounced.
Populism is the underlying cause of Brexit, the rise of populism in Italy, and the U.S.-China trade war.
"A greater divergence in economic policy between countries due to their different domestic agendas could increase “exchange rate volatility,” says Fels.
3) Changing population demographics may pose increasingly difficult economic challenges. Rising longevity and falling birthrates are making it difficult for developed economies to generate the growth required to look after the elderly.
The demographic squeeze is part of the reason for slower growth in much of the developed world, in particular, Japan where an aging population and low birth rate are severely limiting growth.
Europe could be particularly vulnerable to ‘Japanification’, says Fels.
“The eurozone looks most likely to be disrupted by “Japanification” – defined as a demographically challenged macro environment of low growth, near-zero inflation, and very low interest rates,” says Fels.
4) Technology is already a disruptor since it can make old business models redundant overnight but this characteristic could become more marked with time as the pace of technological change and revolution speeds up.
The result could be a more insecure world for many companies and workers, longer-lasting technological unemployment and feedback into rising political discontent which could increase the allure of anti-establishment, anti-global, populist parties.
5) The financial markets themselves could become another source of disruption and volatility rather than just reflecting such disruption.
An environment of persistently low growth, inflation and interest rates makes investors increasingly desperate for yield, especially given the demographics changes occuring. This can lead investors choose riskier assets, and this can lead to overvaluation based more on demand than value.
Bubbles can then become a risk in and of themselves.
6) Climate change appears to be is rising up the agenda in importance with each new protest. It is likely to continue to influence mainstream policies and lead to increased regulation, carbon taxes, and public investment, all of which could “wreak havoc” and cost companies large amounts of money to implement, adding the possibility of ‘green’ disruption to the mix.
In the event of a recession the policy response is likely to be more focused on fiscal rather monetary solutions.
This is partly because many central banks don't have much room to cut rates because they are already extremely low.
The other reason is political - populist government’s are more likely to favour direct stimulus to the people rather than via financial institutions as has been the case with monetary easing using quantitative easing.
The next crisis may usher in an era of ‘helicopter money’ therefore as the only solution remaining to deal with slow growth.
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Lifestyle / Music
Miley Cyrus on her ‘unique marriage’ and still being attracted to women
Miley Cyrus married Liam Hemsworth last year (PA)
Miley Cyrus has said she is still sexually attracted to women, despite being married to a man.
The singer, 26, and Hunger Games actor Liam Hemsworth wed late last year.
@ELLEusa August cover! Link in bio!
A post shared by Miley Cyrus (@mileycyrus) on Jul 11, 2019 at 5:00am PDT
Appearing as the cover star for the August issue of the American edition of Elle magazine, Cyrus said her relationship with Hemsworth is “unique”.
She told Elle: “I think it’s very confusing to people that I’m married. But my relationship is unique.
“And I don’t know that I would ever publicly allow people in there because it’s so complex, and modern, and new that I don’t think we’re in a place where people would get it. I mean, do people really think that I’m at home in a f****** apron cooking dinner?
“I’m in a hetero relationship, but I still am very sexually attracted to women.
“People become vegetarian for health reasons, but bacon is still f****** good, and I know that. I made a partner decision. This is the person I feel has my back the most. I definitely don’t fit into a stereotypical wife role. I don’t even like that word”.
The Hannah Montana star also spoke about her role as pop star Ashley O in Charlie Brooker’s Netflix series, Black Mirror.
@ELLEusa August issue! Link in bio!
She said: “The character is me. They twisted it up the way they always do, but the industry is already pretty dark. And at times, I’ve definitely felt like Ashley O. I still do. Making this record, I felt like Ashley O at times”.
Cyrus said the script mirrored her life.
She explained: “They gave me the script and were like, “Let us know if you’re interested.” And I read it and was like, ‘It’s not even if I’m interested or not. It’s just that no one else can play this because this is my life. Like, you just took my life’.”
The US pop star also said she would not have children any time soon given the state of the planet.
Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth got married last year (PA)
She told Elle: “We’ve been doing the same thing to the earth that we do to women. We just take and take and expect it to keep producing. And it’s exhausted. It can’t produce.
“We’re getting handed a piece-of-shit planet, and I refuse to hand that down to my child. Until I feel like my kid would live on an earth with fish in the water, I’m not bringing in another person to deal with that”.
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Updated August 5, 2015
Christmas tree sales support Cape Elizabeth/South Portland Rotary commitment to homeless veterans
By Kate Gardner
CAPE ELIZABETH — The South Portland/Cape Elizabeth Rotary Club, which has been working to help homeless veterans for several years, has recently agreed to continue this commitment through the next rotary year.
The club works with the Maine Bureau of Veterans Services to assist homeless veterans by providing them with items they need for everyday living, and with things to help them prepare for a better future.
“Many of the patriotic men and women of Maine who served our country are homeless and have numerous needs,” Rotary Club President Kathy Cotter said. “We want to help.”
According to club member Dan Davidson, lack of transportation is a major impediment for homeless veterans who are trying to improve themselves. The Rotary Club provides veterans with transportation passes and gas cards.
Davidson said the club also provides bicycles in some instances, if a veteran doesn’t need to travel far.
“As their needs change, we provide different things,” he said.
Davidson said providing transportation for homeless veterans is important because it allows them to go to job interviews and medical appointments.
For veterans who are trying to transition into living on their own or into veterans housing, the club provides items such as beds and bedding and other household items. The club also provides phones, and gift cards for grocery stores.
Davidson said the club’s primary fundraiser is the annual sale of Christmas trees in South Portland’s Mill Creek Park. It also holds a road race, the VA2k, each spring.
While Davidson said he wasn’t sure how many homeless veterans benefited from the help provided by the South Portland/Cape Elizabeth Rotary Club, a press release from the club provided statewide statistics: Emergency shelter was provided to 499 homeless veterans in 2013.
Davidson said anyone can help the Rotary Club and that non-members are encouraged to donate to help homeless veterans. Davidson said the club believes it’s very important to help veterans because of the sacrifices they’ve made in serving the country.
“We support the homeless veterans in the area to thank them for their service to both the state and the country,” he said.
Kate Gardner can be reached at 781-3661 ext. 125 or [email protected]. Follow her on Twitter: @katevgardner.
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Cape Elizabeth residents Mary and Sandy Marsters brought their 10-year-old grandson, Teddy Baldacci, to buy a Christmas on Monday at the Rotary Club sale at Mill Creek Park in South Portland.
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Kanye West scores his highest Official Singles Chart debut in nine years with I Love It
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Calvin Harris and Sam Smith keep the Number 1 spot on the UK's Official Singles Chart for a second week with Promises, while Kanye West makes a strong debut with his latest single I Love It.
Claiming its strongest sales and streaming week yet (63,000 combined sales), Promises leads the Official Chart by a clear margin of 8,000 units. His tenth UK chart topper, Calvin has scored more UK Numbers 1 this decade than any other artist, and has had more songs hit the peak of the Official Chart than any other Scottish act.
Benny Blanco's Eastside with Halsey & Khalid holds at Number 2, while Kanye West & Lil Pump earn this week's highest new entry at Number 3 with I Love It. A first Top 40 for featured artist Lil Pump, I Love It marks Kanye's highest first-week appearance on the Official Chart since Run This Town with Rihanna and Jay-Z debuted at Number 1 in September 2009.
Loud Luxury's Body ft. Brando rises one place to a new peak of Number 4, and Tyga's Taste ft. Offset nails on a new personal best for both rappers at Number 5.
New Entries and High Climbers
Marshmello & Bastille are this week's highest climber with Happier, up nine to Number 6, plus Jess Glynne is also on the up; she lifts three slots to Number 11 with All I Am.
Mark Ronson and Diplo supergroup Silk City make their Official Chart debut with Electricity ft. Dua Lipa. Starting out at Number 15, the track becomes Dua's ninth Top 40 single, Mark Ronson’s ninth and Diplo’s fourth as a named solo artist.
Elsewhere, Australian artist Dean Lewis continues his ascent of the UK's only Official Chart, as Be Alright rockets eight positions to Number 27, and Machine Gun Kelly's Eminem diss track Rap Devil is a new entry at 31.
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More free childcare in the future?
When Anthony was three years old he was entitled to 15 hours of free childcare each week. Fantastic. When David turned three years old, he should have been given the same amount. But that's not what he got. He got seven. David only got seven hours because he has autism. Looking back, I can't believe I let it happen.
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Labels: Autism, autistic, budget, childcare, funding, news, school
Miriam Gwynne 9 March 2017 at 07:59
I could not agree more. We faced this too until my son got a specialist nursery place.
Ann H 9 March 2017 at 08:56
I think it's a really serious problem here at least. You don't know about it unless you've been there and by the time its sorted out, your child has been missing out when arguably they are some of the kids and families that need it the most.
The Reading Residence 10 March 2017 at 04:16
I hadn't realised this happened, but I am totally with you, it's grossly unfair as every child should have the same right to early education and support. Thanks for sharing with #WotW
Now that's something they don't mention. It doesn't seem fair. Fingers crossed that other measures happen that help, although that might be too late for his time at pre-school. #wotw
Helena TheQueenofCollage 11 March 2017 at 10:30
Sadly yet another way in which our society lets us down. #WotW
Tracey at Mummyshire 12 March 2017 at 16:31
That sounds terribly unfair and discriminatory. Really, that should not be able to happen. I understand our frustration and I hope you manage to successfully fight for more support.
Nicola 13 March 2017 at 14:36
It should definitely be available to all. Sadly even without any sort of special educational needs a lot of families will not benefit from the 30 hours as many Nurseries will not be able to afford to offer it. Either that, or the Nurseries will start charging separately for meals and snacks in order to supplement the limited funding.
Mummy Times Two 14 March 2017 at 06:01
I often similar thoughts about my daughter's early days. If we had known then what we know now, what would we do differently. I think though the sad fact is that at that point parents aren't equipped to deal with the system and authorities know it. One day there will be change. There has to be. Thank you so much for sharing such an important post with us at #PostsFromTheHeart.
Mummy In a TuTu 15 March 2017 at 11:55
oh no - it really should be available to all. im really hoping it will be available for my little one.
Thanks for linking to #ablogginggoodtime
Dilan and Me 16 March 2017 at 17:30
Wow I had no idea they could do that! We haven't made use of any of the childcare system yet but it seems like they make it pretty hard to get what you're entitled to any way! It's so hard to fight the system when you're struggling. Lovely post xx #postfromtheheart
Vaila, Inclusive Home 19 March 2017 at 16:20
Oh gosh! I didn't know this was happening!
We were so lucky that EJ had full 1:1 support for her full 15 hours at nursery a couple of years ago.
This is just awful!
Thank you so much for linking up to my accessibility stories, access to education is vital! #AccessLinky
Becci 20 March 2017 at 03:59
Thanks for highlighting an issue for so many families with special needs children.#postsfromtheheart
Someone's Mum 20 March 2017 at 06:45
We struggled, but eventually we now do get 15 hours of one to one for E. it took nearly a year and he almost had to leave nursery though. It is absolutely shocking that this level of discrimination exists in our society, and yet it passes with barely anyone noticing! #postsfromtheheart #spectrumsunday
chickenruby 20 March 2017 at 10:03
we grew so frustrated with the education authority with our youngest child, we withdrew him and sent him to private school, we suspected he was dyslexic at around the age of 5 and by the time he was 6-7 he was diagnosed with Attachment disorder, the psychiatrists recommendation was boarding school where he could have consistency and all the support he needed with his learning and other issues linked to his behaviour, he thrived in boarding school and we took him out ages 11 for 2 years when we moved to South Africa, he declined fairly quickly so he went back to the UK and finishes his schooling this year, aged 18. He is a different child/adult now. Having worked in education and support in the UK, I knew that if we could afford private school it would be the best thing for him and us as a family.
I wanted to also thank you for your comment on my blog post, we had many friends with disabled children around the same age as our daughter and they were very critical of our choice to find a care home, they now say in hindsight that they should've done the same thing at an earlier age, because they are facing terrible troubles trying to house a now adult child. Either way isn't easy, but just sometimes you know what is best and when the time is right. We've been critised for both our decisions for the 2 of our children with additional needs and the only guilt we feel with the youngest is that we couldn't afford to give the middle 3 children the same opportunities with their education, but it did mean as a family we could focus our time on all them much easier. Sorry for waffling, am off now. :-)
Autumn's Mummy 21 March 2017 at 15:17
I feel like society really lets down people who are not neuro-typical and it makes me angry. #PostsFromTheHeart
Tina Medlock 23 March 2017 at 12:39
Oh My Days, I had no idea about this! Joseph was diagnosed after we stopped using the free hours but I know that was difficult anyway to use at the time, it was so inflexible. Why is everything made so much harder for us parents of children with autism? #SpectrumSunday
Helen Needham 26 March 2017 at 04:30
The right support makes such a difference, for everyone. The child, the family, other children in the setting and the teachers. It is heartbreaking to read when a child is not able to access an educational setting because of a lack of support. #spectrumSunday
Tracy 28 March 2017 at 09:56
If my son didn't get his support at school, he wouldn't be in mainstream. End of. Sorry to hear of your struggles. X
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Hoodlums attack lady in Ajasa-Command, Lagos
Sunday, January 13, 2019 8:37 am
Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Edgal Imohimi
A lady of about 18 years old was brutally attacked by armed hoodlums at Alade Stadium junction along Command-Yeye road in Ajasa-Command area of Agbado-Okeodo Local Council Development Area (L.C.D.A) around 5.30 am, the early hours of Sunday.
The victim, who is a resident of Agbenaje Phase1 in Ikola, Lagos, spoke to P.M.NEWS at a local clinic where she was receiving treatment.
According to her, she was attacked while on her way to Command along with her elder brother called Zaid when, at the Alade Stadium junction, the hoodlums, numbering about six and who were armed with knives and cutlasses, emerged and accosted them.
“I was travelling to Sagamu with my brother when, on our way to Command, the boys attacked us at Alade junction. They demanded and collected our phones, bags and other personal effects, after which they decided to rape me.
“My refusal led to the brutal attack I received from them. They started cutting my hands with matchets and knives when my brother ran and shouted to alert the neighbourhood.
“They left me when it seemed my brother’s shout had woken up residents. I would have been killed because I was ready to die rather than allowing myself to be raped, the victim recounted.
Sympathisers who gathered at the entrance of the clinic bemoaned what they called lack of security in area. They said such incident had become a regular occurrence in the Agbenaje/Ikola Odunsi area of the Alimosho Logal Government.
“These bad boys are too much in this our area. You see them gather in the morning and evening, doing nothing but smoking hemps. They attack people at will and rape women at night and in early morning.” Said one of the angry residents.
The residents also accused the Lagos State Police command of not paying enough attention to the area. According to them, Police patrol team from Meiran Police station seldom visit the area, and that when they do, they effect no arrest.
They appealed to the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Imohimi Edgal, to consider the area among red spots in Lagos and ensure regular patrol of communities in the area by police personnel.
P.M.NEWS’ efforts to reach the Divisional Police Officer of Meiran Police station, as at press time, proved abortive.
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