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In the meeting conducted on 26 August in the Kenyan Capital at a sideline of the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD), the two officials discussed regional and international issues of mutual concern to both countries.
The meeting between the two officials also focused on education, sport, trade and investment as well as other domains of co-operation and exchange of experiences as well as developing working together to evaluate the envisaged sectors and there by ensure progress in an enhanced manner.
Present at the meeting were the Eritrean Ambassadors to Kenya and Japan respectively. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22452-minister-osman-holds-talks-with-japanese-counterpart | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/848e0628e64a7c0fbe1084521c379b9e07aef35ff4cea6d67f1d6d8b18c53fa5.json |
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Mr. Mehari also indicated that currently there are over 30 testing and counseling centers in the region providing voluntary services for HIV/AIDS cases and that concerted efforts have been exerted to eradicate the prevalence of all sexually transmitted diseases.
Mr. Mehari further underlined that the unit has been exerting efforts to prevent occurrence of new infections and to ensure that people infected with HIV/AIDS are not alienated. Total eradication of STDs, however, requires sustainable awareness raising activities along with counseling and testing services, Mr. Mehari added.
Indicating that any individual infected with HIV/AIDS immediately starts to take antiretroviral medicine, Mr. Mehari reiterated that the introduction of antenatal HIV test on pregnant women has shown an increase of 93% thus making due contribution in the reduction of new infections.
Mr. Habte Gehbremeshkel, head of healthcare sensitization program in the Health Ministry’s branch in the Central region, on his part said that the prevalence of HIV/AIDS could only be controlled through open discussions and the increased awareness of families. Mr. Habte further called on parents to shoulder the responsibility of providing guidance to their children.
Documents from the Ministry of Health indicate that as a result of the concerted efforts exerted in the past 25 years of independence, the prevalence of HIV/AIDS in the country has been reduced to less than 1%. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22443-sustainable-efforts-to-control-the-prevalence-of-hivaids | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/4f3f050a96bfcaa8c0aabd231ce6106e57e299fa398563375124e16a28d23bad.json |
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During the seminar in which Administrators of different administrative areas and School supervisors took part, the lack of village regrouping, underage marriage and other social challenges were described as being the major factors affecting the declining level of women’s participation in education.
Mr. Hibtzghi Kidane, Head of the Education Ministry's branch in the Southern region, called for the active participation of students and enhanced involvement of parents in particular as regards encouraging their children to attend schools.
The participants of the seminar called for the speeding up village regrouping so as to enable students pursue education in nearby schools centers as well as for the reinforcement of tripartite relationship among students, teachers and parents. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22402-seminar-towards-participation-of-nationals-in-the-education-sector | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/48fdb4d3d49406aa8544bfc6fde955cada5eff3491893515d4ef63282c921429.json |
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Noting that crop production in the Sub-zone was below expectation last year due to shortage of rainfall, farmers in Hadish-Adi, Gush and Jertem districts said that micro dams in their localities have impounded adequate amount of water and expressed anticipation for bumper harvest.
The micro dams and wells in Elaberid Sub-zone are expected to meet water demands for humans and livestock, the report added. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22449-crops-in-good-condition-in-elaberid-report | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/22f5dbd12e3aca0a85d0d8d8a02c8c74bcbac3c55c9744eead908a597e67c324.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:59:35 | null | null | Asmara, 23 August 2016 - Ancient human remains have been discovered in the Northern Red Sea region believed to be of major significance in the history of human evolution. The discovery was made in | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22405-discovery-of-ancient-human-remains-discovered-in-nrs-region-.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | Discovery of Ancient Human Remains in NRS Region | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 23 August 2016 - Ancient human remains have been discovered in the Northern Red Sea region believed to be of major significance in the history of human evolution. The discovery was made in partnership with the National Museum of Eritrea and Sapienza University of Italy.
Based on the information obtained from experts engaged in such exploration activities, apart from traces of 6 human foot prints dating back to around 800,000 years discovered recently in Byua, two human skulls of 1,000,000 years of age and other human remains have also been discovered in Mulhuli-Amo, the report added.
Exploration activities so far carried out indicate that Buya and other sites in its environs are of major potential for the discovery of more human remains that could impact the history of human evolution. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22405-discovery-of-ancient-human-remains-discovered-in-nrs-region- | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/0afaa26c8eb1eaf388ec4816df10fa2a54d58f39378fa5e23893eb24526c5f8c.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T18:49:18 | null | null | Hagaz sub-zone: Significant reduction in Malaria prevalence Asmara, 26 August 2016 - The Head of health facilities in Hagaz sub-zone, Mr. Gebremeskel Gebrehiwet, said that comparing to last year, | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22431-news-in-briefs.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | News in Briefs | null | null | www.shabait.com | Hagaz sub-zone: Significant reduction in Malaria prevalence
Asmara, 26 August 2016 - The Head of health facilities in Hagaz sub-zone, Mr. Gebremeskel Gebrehiwet, said that comparing to last year, the prevalence of malaria has witnessed 89% reduction.
He explained that sustainable awareness-raising campaigns regarding the cause of malaria prevalence coupled with the spraying activities and the clearing of mosquito breeding spots have proved vital in efforts to cope with the problem.
The residents on their part expressed readiness to conduct weekly sanitation popular campaigns, reports added.
Number of pregnant women delivering in Golo health center on the rise
Asmara, 26 August 2016 - Mr. Abdella Abdulkadir, Head of Golo Health Center, indicated that the number of pregnant women delivering in the health center has registered 50% growth.
The beneficiary women expressed appreciation for the health care being rendered and noted that they will reinforce participation in the ongoing activities to promote health care services in the locality.
Golo Health Centre provides services to three Administrative areas, including Golo, Dogogolo and Teha-Nar’e around the town of Senafe.
Water and soil conservation campaign in Adi-Quala sub-zone
Asmara, 26 August 2016 - The inhabitants of the Administrative areas of Adi-Akelo, Mai-Lafo and Sememo, Adi-Quala Sub-zone, are conducting enhanced water and soil conservation campaigns.
The Head of economic development in the sub-zone, Mr. Berhane Woldeselasie, said that the popular campaign includes renovation of the water diversion scheme beneath
Sememo Dam that was damaged due to flooding, in addition to the construction of terraces.
Heavy rainfall in Adi-Quala sub-zone has caused damage to infrastructure, roads, residential buildings and agricultural fields, reports indicated. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22431-news-in-briefs | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/3ebcdbbdcf016b88da241037b1f2d869d0f8670e93d0354b77bd9f88e8982815.json |
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] | 2016-08-30T18:50:05 | null | null | Asmara, 30 August 2016 - The inhabitants of Adi-Fakai administrative area pointed out that the health center there indicated that the Daerotai health center there besides providing commendable | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22451-daerotai-health-center-promoting-enhanced-public-awareness-regarding-issues-in-the-domain-.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | Daerotai Health Center Promoting Enhanced Public Awareness Regarding Issues in the Domain | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 30 August 2016 - The inhabitants of Adi-Fakai administrative area pointed out that the health center there indicated that the Daerotai health center there besides providing commendable medical service, is significantly contributing to raise the awareness of the population regarding health issues.
Mr. Mohammed Osman Musa, Assistant Nurse at the Center, indicated that newly constructed facilities for pregnant and expectant mothers are significantly contributing in the follow-up of the condition of mothers and children.
According to reports, Daerotai Health Center is providing medical service to the inhabitants of the Administrative areas of Adi-Fakai, Awenjili, Badob, Hirkok, Aderde and Alibanai. The Health Center began providing service in 1996 to nationals around Hagaz town. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22451-daerotai-health-center-promoting-enhanced-public-awareness-regarding-issues-in-the-domain- | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/7b379da21db61d25632540fe66ccb20799d879d6c4b0fac23fc44af68582709d.json |
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] | 2016-08-30T18:50:04 | null | null | Asmara, 30 August 2016 - The branch office of the Health Ministry in the Southern region, in collaboration with Tourism Service Provision Association, has provided health-oriented awareness raising | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22450-health-oriented-lecture-for-tourism-owners-of-service-provision-entities-in-mendefera.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | Health-oriented Lecture for Tourism Owners of Service Provision Entities in Mendefera | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 30 August 2016 - The branch office of the Health Ministry in the Southern region, in collaboration with Tourism Service Provision Association, has provided health-oriented awareness raising lectures to owners of service provision entities and bar tenders in Mendefera town.
The program focused on controlling communicable diseases in the region.
One of the nationals who gave lecture, Sister Beletesh Gebreab, noted the significance of such initiatives in upgrading the awareness of service-rendering centers regarding the cause and consequence of communicable diseases in general and HIV/AIDS in particular.
The participants held extensive discussion pertaining to the importance of behavioral change and introducing peer education thereby upgrade public awareness in the domain. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22450-health-oriented-lecture-for-tourism-owners-of-service-provision-entities-in-mendefera | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/985bf202310babf7b1b3bf4a39f82da52374d084dda1d8aa653958225a0eefad.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:57:23 | null | null | Asmara, 23 August 2016- The existing micro dams in the Central Region have impounded ample water thanks to this year’s satisfactory rainy season, Eng. Abraham Daniel Head of Agricultural | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22407-central-region-micro-dams-impound-adequate-water.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | Central Region: Micro Dams Impound Adequate Water | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 23 August 2016- The existing micro dams in the Central Region have impounded ample water thanks to this year’s satisfactory rainy season, Eng. Abraham Daniel Head of Agricultural Infrastructure in the region.
Noting that there exist 102 micro dams and water reservoirs in the Central Region, he pointed out that water reservoirs worth of 12 million Nakfa, have been constructed in the region during the past 6-month alone which would play a vital role in soil and water conservation campaigns.
Apart from meeting water demand for both humans and livestock, the water reservoirs thus constructed in Dirfo, Arberobu, Mai-Hinzi and Guli are also making significant contribution in irrigation farming in the area. Farmers on their part expressed gratitude for the construction of these dams in their respective areas.
In addition, 80% of the construction of the dam facilitator in Adi-Hakefa, Lanza has been finalized and that preparations are underway to renovate the micro dams in Tsada-Christian and Adi-Habtesulus. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22407-central-region-micro-dams-impound-adequate-water | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/a7e430faab7c70d0d9ce1580722c2192f842ed3d376903d79b26d8aa3289ac9a.json |
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] | 2016-08-29T16:49:50 | null | null | Asmara, 29 August 2016 - Ms. Alem Belay, Chairwoman of NUEW’s branch in the Central region, called for an increased participation of women in the efforts being made towards expanding the | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22442-central-region-call-made-for-increased-usage-of-smokeless-oven-.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | Central Region: Call made for increased usage of smokeless oven | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 29 August 2016 - Ms. Alem Belay, Chairwoman of NUEW’s branch in the Central region, called for an increased participation of women in the efforts being made towards expanding the distribution of smokeless oven (Adhanet).
Ms. Alem made the call during an event held on 26 August to encourage 13 exemplary women in Gala-Nefhi and Seregeka sub-zones.
The significant role the smokeless oven could play in the reduction of deforestation, prevention of pollution and its benefits in societal health were discussed in the event.
The women on their part commended the NUEW Central region branch for awarding them with equipment of renewable energy and recommended families to exert efforts for the introduction and increased usage of smokeless oven. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22442-central-region-call-made-for-increased-usage-of-smokeless-oven- | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/566c98e06c3a92dd35cffa9756de3121022ae34f61086d9266f61f377d89c500.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T18:49:04 | null | null | Asmara, 26 August 2016 - Eritrea’s foreign Minister, Mr. Osman Saleh, held talks on August 23 in The Hague with the Netherlands counterpart, Mr. Bert Koenders, regarding the establishment of | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22430-eritreas-foreign-minister-holds-talks-with-netherlands-counterpart.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | Eritrea’s Foreign Minister holds talks with Netherlands counterpart | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 26 August 2016 - Eritrea’s foreign Minister, Mr. Osman Saleh, held talks on August 23 in The Hague with the Netherlands counterpart, Mr. Bert Koenders, regarding the establishment of diplomatic relations and other topics.
In the meeting, Mr. Osman underlined that Eritrea believes and is working to develop constructive diplomatic engagement and mutual cooperation. He further called on the European Union to play due role in the task of seeing to it that Ethiopia withdraws without pre-condition from sovereign Eritrean territories that it has occupied, as well as the lifting of the illegal and unjust sanctions against Eritrea and stopping the fabricated anti-Eritrea allegation in the name of “human rights”.
Mr. Bert Koenders said that he fully understands Eritrea’s complaints and expressed his country’s readiness to establish and strengthen relations with Eritrea. The two sides also agreed to work in cooperation against illegal human trafficking.
Mr. Osman also met and held talks with senior officials of the Dutch Foreign Ministry. Mr. Negasi Kassa, Eritrea’s Ambassador to the European Union and Roving Ambassador to the Netherlands also attended the meeting. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22430-eritreas-foreign-minister-holds-talks-with-netherlands-counterpart | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/74cc3ec264c4e6ecacc87f1d88dc8f26ab5061bc1b7845e61153783c59698e6a.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:48:58 | null | null | Asmara, 23 August 2016 - Youth-oriented vocational trainings would be advanced in Anseba region, according to Mr. Azazi Bereketab, Head of the National Union of Eritrean Youth and Students (NUEYS) | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22406-anseba-region-youth-oriented-vocational-training-to-be-advanced.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | Anseba region: Youth oriented Vocational Training to be Advanced | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 23 August 2016 - Youth-oriented vocational trainings would be advanced in Anseba region, according to Mr. Azazi Bereketab, Head of the National Union of Eritrean Youth and Students (NUEYS) branch in the region.
In a recent meeting he conducted with trainees and their parents, Mr. Azazi pointed out that over 400 youths have received both monetary assistance and vocational training this year and that the same opportunity would be given to others in various towns and semi-urban centers of the same region.
Pointing out that new training programms are being introduced in a bid to advance the training centers both in quality and quantity, Mr. Azazi explained that credit scheme program would be given to those who would be assigned in work places after the training.
Noting that vocational trainings opportunities to the youth are not to be viewed lightly, Mr. Zerizghi Dawit, Mayor of Keren town called on the beneficiaries to make good use of the opportunities afforded them.
Different types of training programs including Music, Computer, Painting, Still and Video Camera and Beauty Salon among others are provided to the youths across the nation. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22406-anseba-region-youth-oriented-vocational-training-to-be-advanced | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/692d4eb36f1a7afd8431950eebdc8341251fcdb2f7023fcce533bfdea26b0da0.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T13:01:42 | null | null | Asmara, 24 August 2016- The Director General of Media and Adult Education at the Ministry of Education, Mr. Gebrezghi Demam indicated that preparation is underway to conduct National Conference on | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22417-preparation-underway-for-organizing-national-conference-on-literacy-.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | Preparation underway for organizing national conference on literacy | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 24 August 2016- The Director General of Media and Adult Education at the Ministry of Education, Mr. Gebrezghi Demam indicated that preparation is underway to conduct National Conference on Literacy at national level. The conference will be held in Asmara from 8 to 9 September 2016, he further noted.
The conference is expected to discuss on the progress of the literacy program, sharing experiences among the stockholders, generating new ideas for the development of the adult education program, challenges encountered as well as mapping out future action plan.
Awarding exemplary individuals who played due role towards the success of literacy programs and general knowledge competitions through local media outlets will be part of the conference, Mr. Ghebrezghi said.
Pointing out that commendable achievements have been registered in the literacy programs nationwide, Mr. Ghebrezghi said that more efforts are being exerted to ensure the sustainability of the program.
Documents from the Ministry of Education indicate that in the past 25 years of independence more than half a million nationals are able to read and write through the illiteracy eradication program.
The International Day of Illiteracy Eradication is observed every year on 8 September. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22417-preparation-underway-for-organizing-national-conference-on-literacy- | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/74a8d58f5e73b8e18587ccfd40c51bb56cb43d3ea70ad957839776cf5f44ccf9.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:59:59 | null | null | Asmara, 23 August 2016 - Mr. Kifle Mekonen, Head of National Examination Unit in the Ministry of Education, indicated that 64. 2% of those who sat for this year’s 8th Grade National General | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22408-64-of-participants-of-2016-national-examination-score-passing-mark-.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | 64% of Participants of 2016 National Examination Score Passing Mark | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 23 August 2016 - Mr. Kifle Mekonen, Head of National Examination Unit in the Ministry of Education, indicated that 64.2% of those who sat for this year’s 8th Grade National General Examination have scored passing mark.
Accordingly, in the general examination in 4 subjects of Mathematics, Science, Social Education and English, 77% of them are those who took the exam at their right age while the remaining 49.46% are the ones who sat for the exam more than twice.
Mr. Kifle also explained out of the 369 schools that participated in the National General Examination, all students from 34 school scored passing mark whereas 97.4% of the 228 students who took the exam from Community Schools in both Riyadh and Jeddah Saudi Arabia, have also scored passing mark.
He further pointed out that the results of the 2016 National General Examination will be made available in all schools. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22408-64-of-participants-of-2016-national-examination-score-passing-mark- | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/9845763f2b2eca7ed3d5bb3d7286b79011b084915bc43aaf26f97ead9150ff8e.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T13:02:10 | null | null | Asmara, 23 August 2016- The Ministry of Local Government conducted an assessment meeting on 22 August in which the Governors of the six regions took part. According to the reports presented by the | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22409-assessment-meeting-of-ministry-of-local-government.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | Assessment meeting of Ministry of Local Government | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 23 August 2016- The Ministry of Local Government conducted an assessment meeting on 22 August in which the Governors of the six regions took part.
According to the reports presented by the regional Governors, 392,524 hectares of land have been cultivated nationwide and with this year’s abundant rainfall good harvest is expected.
It was also reported that in accordance with the efforts being exerted to ensure food security, about three thousand farmers are finalizing preparations to voluntarily resettle themselves to Gerset area where modern agricultural infrastructure is already put in place.
The meeting also discussed land allocation and management, dispute resolutions, village regroupings as well as wild life and forestry development and with regards to the national program charted out to develop the eastern and western escarpments. Other issues of relevance were also discussed.
Minister of Local Government, Mr. Woldemicael Abraha, called on the regional administrators to ensure that the expected abundant harvest is collected. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22409-assessment-meeting-of-ministry-of-local-government | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/2bc1afa77f1a7a6aede5ef7463c3c8c20a56303356a2d65b1ea9b086a4b8cd2a.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:56:55 | null | null | Asmara, 24 August 2016- The Himbrti health center, Galanefhi sub-zone, is providing improved maternal and child care service, according to Nurse Fisha Elfe, head of the health center. Mr. Fisha | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22416-provision-of-improved-maternal-and-child-care.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | Provision of improved Maternal and Child Care | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 24 August 2016- The Himbrti health center, Galanefhi sub-zone, is providing improved maternal and child care service, according to Nurse Fisha Elfe, head of the health center.
Mr. Fisha further said that with the construction of two additional rooms and an increase in medical facilities, the health center has extended services to around 10,000 residents of the sub-zone including patients from various villages in Gash-Barka and Southern regions.
Sister Alemash Mesfun, head of health care services in Galanefhi sub-zone, on her part said that pre-natal and general maternity service which has been provided in the health center are making due contribution in the reduction of maternal and child mortality.
Similarly, Ms. Yodit Teweldebrhan, Associate Nurse, said that thanks to the putting in place of the health care infrastructure and continues awareness raising programs, 70% of the pregnant women in the sub-zone have become beneficiaries of maternity services. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22416-provision-of-improved-maternal-and-child-care | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/7ba96c153dc2daea679b4e0acf6c7f4d6685b5209ac7f6e984aa743d53dda3c3.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T13:00:26 | null | null | Asmara, 23 August 2016 - Members of the youth in the Biet-Meka'e Sub-zone, Central region, have conducted tree seedling planting campaign in their area. The campaign included planting of palm trees | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22404-popular-reforestation-campaign-.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | Popular Reforestation campaign | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 23 August 2016 - Members of the youth in the Biet-Meka'e Sub-zone, Central region, have conducted tree seedling planting campaign in their area. The campaign included planting of palm trees and construction of water reservoir for watering the already planted trees.
Mr. Tekeste Misgna, Coordinator of the campaign, stated that the activities so far conducted are part of the endeavors being exerted reinforce community based reforestation programs.
In addition to the planting of tree seedlings, the youth have also participated in different environmental hygiene activities. The participants reaffirmed that they would continue the reforestation activities in an enhanced and organized manner. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22404-popular-reforestation-campaign- | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/15bd16eac7b6c728fa58c59021055f5cdf11a5c97930aafaacf1519b11188ad0.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:57:48 | null | null | Asmara, 23 August 2016 - Reports Document from the Ministry of Education indicate that impressive headway has been registered in literacy programs through regular and adult education. According to | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22403-commendable-progress-in-literacy-program.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | Commendable Progress in Literacy Program | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 23 August 2016 - Reports Document from the Ministry of Education indicate that impressive headway has been registered in literacy programs through regular and adult education. According to the report thus obtained, literacy rate used to be only 25% in the early 1990s as opposed to the current rate of 75%.
Women participation in adult education scheme has been highly instrumental towards the success thus registered to date, the report added. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22403-commendable-progress-in-literacy-program | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/50035a0aef86ea3299f7f19ecf6ded5895c4949776277adb532faf8e0368682f.json |
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] | 2016-08-29T16:49:48 | null | null | Asmara, 29 August 2016- The 22. 6 km long Adi-Nifas-Zagir road is under renovation. The residents of Zagir, Defere, Dekiseb, Azien-Quazien, Beleza and Adi-Shekha have expressed satisfaction over the | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shabait.com%2Fnews%2Flocal-news%2F22441-226-km-long-adi-nifas--zagir-road-under-renovation-.json | http://www.shabait.com/templates/jaw050/favicon.ico | en | null | 22.6 km long Adi-Nifas - Zagir road under renovation | null | null | www.shabait.com | Asmara, 29 August 2016- The 22.6 km long Adi-Nifas-Zagir road is under renovation.
The residents of Zagir, Defere, Dekiseb, Azien-Quazien, Beleza and Adi-Shekha have expressed satisfaction over the renovation task which is being undertaken with help of heavy machineries.
At a luncheon the residents of Beleza hosted in honor of the members of the Public Technical Services Center who are actively engaged in the renovation works, Administrator of Beleza sub-zone Mr. Tesfa Fisehatsion noted that the road network, once fully operational will significantly alleviate the transportation problem of the public and facilitate additional transportation services. | http://www.shabait.com/news/local-news/22441-226-km-long-adi-nifas--zagir-road-under-renovation- | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.shabait.com/d00a398e2fc242ca542640744792fb7159724fcdefcf2b2ac4a7f53c3963e60f.json |
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New England is perhaps four hours north of the Metro New York/New Jersey region but it is a world away. As well it is convenient to Connecticut and other adjoining states.
It’s only about four hours of easy driving from the Metro area, mostly highway if you are looking to cut down on drive time; or add an hour and take local roads to enjoy the scenery.
One of the nicest ways to go is across Lake Champlain by a ferry. It’s not the Staten Island Ferry or even New York Waterways, but it does carry both passengers and cars across the smooth lake waters and into Vermont.
OK. Now that you are on the way to relaxation pick a direction…unless you’ve already decided on a destination. This trip was heading to the beautiful little village of Stowe and the nearby Stoweflake Resort. Too many people picture Vermont as a two-season destination: ski and foliage when the flora seems to scream with vivid colors.
There’s an active summer season in Vermont as well. The Stoweflake Resort, only minutes from the heart of beautiful “downtown” Stowe Village is on the main drag giving you easy access to everything in the area.
Having said that it’s on the main drag, you should be aware that once you are in the resort itself, you’ll never notice the passing traffic. If fact, four cars is considered rush hour.
Only a handful of resort businesses are family owned and operated. Stoweflake has been in the hands of one family since 1948. It was first purchased by the Baraw family as a place for weekend ski trips. They bought three acres from a local farmer and built a small cottage for themselves.
Over the years their hospitality for family and friends brought more and more people to stay with them and they expanded the living quarters. Finally, in 1963 the family compound had grown to a point of where it was no longer practical to keep it to a closed group and they accepted guests in an enlarged facility. But the family atmosphere remained.
While not quite as famous as the nearby resort owned by the Trapp family (of Sound of Music fame), the Baraw family has developed a first class resort. That is attested to by the fact that AAA has awarded Stoweflake the very coveted Four Diamond designation.
Stoweflake is a resort that caters to families and couples without each encroaching on the other. Mom and dad can relax in a world class spa with its Aqua Solarium and spectacular view of nearby Mt. Mansfield while the kids are active in other pursuits.
The solarium offers a 102° Bingham Hydrotherapy Waterfall, a rock formation hot tub with cascading waterfalls named for a local landmark.
Mom, dad, gramps or grandma can take the junior family members for an easy bicycle ride along numerous paths with a variety of skills. There is even a former railroad track line that has been stripped of the steel rails and is now a nice and easy bike trail.
If the kids (and adults) are somewhat more adventurous, rugged mountain biking offers a host of opportunities.
Check out the schedule for something that for most people is a once in a lifetime event…a ride in a hot air balloon. OK, so it’s tethered to the ground and you won’t become a member of the Bombardier Society, but it’ll give you an idea of what it’s like to silently rise into the sky.
The resort features a large pool adjacent to the building and a par 3, nine-hole golf course that, although abbreviated, still offers a challenge for most golfers.
The pool entices guests even during ski season. It’s heated to a comfortable temperature and the surrounding deck is heated as well. To soothe those tight muscles after an active day, try the outdoor Jacuzzi or head indoor for the unique coed sauna and steam room.
The entire family will enjoy dining at the resorts on-site restaurant, Charlie B’s. For the adults in the party there is a list of some 50 wines and 10 beers on tap to choose from. The youngsters can pick from a variety of soft drinks.
The menu is upscale pub and can be taken either indoors or outside on a deck. Except on rare occasions the Vermont weather is summery and quite comfortable. During ski season you might want to reconsider outdoor dining.
Adults might want to take advantage of a brewery tour to check out the numerous beer and wine locales within easy driving distance. One of the more interestingly named stops is at the Lost Nation Brewery.
Lost Nation isn’t named for an Indian tribe or for any disappearance. There was a quirk in establishing local boundary markers and somehow a small area fell between the cracks and wasn’t claimed by anyone. It became known as the Lost Nation.
Business travelers will find Stoweflake’s Conference Center a perfect place to meet and make plans for a successful corporate program. It’s the only Vermont Conference Center approved by the International Association of Conference Centers and has been given the Pinnacle Award from Successful Meetings Magazine.
Stoweflake has become a popular destination for weddings and other large family gatherings. There is a profusion of color in the tastefully designed flower beds and a meditative labyrinth for vows to be taken. For further information check out www.stoweflake.com or contact them at info@stoweflake.com.
Photos courtesy of Stoweflake Resort. | http://resident.com/stoweflake-four-diamond-resort/ | en | 2016-08-11T00:00:00 | resident.com/c2d58e2ed65beb296d4da93801e2cffea86aeb66c8295797d58bacf019114557.json |
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More than any other product, yachts command respect because of their size, elegance and engineering. But at the end of the day, it is emotion that counts, the delight in something exclusive. Drettmann Yachts give these emotions a home: yachts on which you can see and feel that special something, time and again. Learn more about this global player in the yacht industry and the experience it can offer you. www.drettmann-yachts.com
World class Turks and Caicos Luxury Hotels, and Restaurants await, as do famous stretches of uncrowded beaches and vibrant coral reefs. On land or below the water, you’ll relax in the unique serenity, hospitality and beauty of the islands. Learn about all Turks and Caicos has to offer: www.turksandcaicostourism.com
Unlock your code. No more one-size-fits-all treatments and weight loss plans. Discover the complete roadmap to tailored solutions based on your unique body chemistry. Using Integrated Genetic Solutions, your doctor can provide a comprehensive, individualized solution to optimize your mental and physical health. Integrated Genetic Solutions programs are designed to return hormones, pre-hormones, vitamins, minerals, proteins and electrolytes to optimal levels. Unlock your code today and experience optimal body chemistry. Unlock your code. No more one-size-fits-all treatments and weight loss plans. Discover the complete roadmap to tailored solutions based on your unique body chemistry. Using Integrated Genetic Solutions, your doctor can provide a comprehensive, individualized solution to optimize your mental and physical health. Integrated Genetic Solutions programs are designed to return hormones, pre-hormones, vitamins, minerals, proteins and electrolytes to optimal levels. Unlock your code today and experience optimal body chemistry. www.igscode.com
Allen Dalton Productions is a unique entertainment production company specializing in one-of-a-kind acts, music and show-stopping events. Coordinating and enhancing any social/private or corporate function, no matter how big or small, their professional staff will guide you through every step of the way. Each event will be filled with fantastic music, entertainment, and ambiance, leaving you free to worry about what matters most: enjoying the night! Book your event today. www.allendalton.com
As the largest authorized watch retailer in the United States, Tourneau has stores nationwide and welcomes 4 million plus visitors annually. Our unmatched selection of over 8,000 styles from nearly 100 brands, offering of the largest certified pre-owned watch collection, stellar watchmaking craft, and expert service & repairs have earned our reputation as the Watch Authority. Buy your perfect watch today. www.tourneau.com
The Château Saint-Maur is located in the extension of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, in the westernmost part of the vast plain that extends between the foothills of the Maures and the sea. L’Excellence is a very clear and pale colour with shades of slightly bluish rose. The grapefruit notes bring freshness while the flavours of red fruits, peach and apricot bring enjoyment and aromatic complexity. www.chateausaintmaur.com
Culinary innovation and impeccable service are the cornerstone of Relish Caterers + Event Planning. Their fine-dining approach to catering ensures seasonally inspired menus that utilize the freshest ingredients - prepared to perfection. Hospitality specialists and event planners work closely with clients to design and execute flawless events. Relish is a full service catering and event planning company in New York City, specializing in corporate events, Upfronts, product launches, media events, corporate dining, anniversaries, weddings, mitzvahs, social occasions and large scale special events. Book your event today. www.relishcaterers.com
The Land Rover Southampton store proudly serves the eastern Long Island communities of Southampton, Bridgehampton, Hampton Bays, East Hampton, Shelter Island, Greenport, Mattituck, Riverhead, Amagansett, and Southold, providing a special combination of luxurious all-terrain vehicles, professional and dedicated staff, and loyal customer base.www.landroversouthampton.com
Deeply attached to their Cognac land, the five generations of CAMUS family have succeeded in faithfully preserving the brand’s original values. As well as a love and respect for the fruit of the land, the CAMUS culture is based on innovation and the quest for exceptional aromatic qualities – for above and beyond their role as businessmen the CAMUS’s see themselves as winegrowers, explorers and passionate lovers of taste. www.camus.fr/us/
Le Grand Courtâge had a vision to create an affordable luxury perfect for all occasions… a timeless, yet contemporary packaging which catches the eye of consumers, and a delicate French sparkling wine which delights the palate. Gold-medal winning, Le Grand Courtâge has a less dry, yeasty, acidic profile than traditional champagne which can be heavier on the palate. Courtâge’s unique profile, with its dry, crisp, yet light and fruit forward character, creates for a “balanced”, cuisine and cocktail-friendly wine which is enormously versatile. www.legrandcourtage.com
Discover the Frescobaldi Wines through their estates. Each estate represents the expression of Tuscan diversity and is an independent reality with dedicated agronomists and oenologists. Spotlight on 2012 Nipozzano Riserva Chianti Rufina DOCG, one of the historic wines produced at the Castello Nipozzano. This wine always retains its close relationship with the Castello di Nipozzano terroir. Ruby coloured with purple reflections, entry on the nose is floral, clean aromas of sweet violet which prevail over the fruitiness. Then, raspberry, blackcurrant and cherry, accompanied by liquorice scents and spicy notes of Muscat and white pepper. At the end sweet notes of black plum jam and almond candy appear. Entry on the palate is warm and decisive, with tannins readily evident. The texture appears decisive, a typical characteristic of Chianti Rùfina. Long persistence. Aftertaste at the end dominated by floral and spicy notes at the back of the mouth. Discover all Frescobaldi Wines: en.frescobaldi.com
Kean Development Company is a versatile, ultra-luxury residential developer with offices in Cold Spring Harbor, the Hamptons, New York and Palm Beach, Florida. Founded in 1980, Kean has constructed numerous national award-winning projects and is recognized as one of the country’s most prominent, premier builders. Under the leadership of President and CEO, John C. Kean, the company specializes in the development of custom, private upscale homes, estates and residential communities, comprised of classically designed and built homes.
Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) is a national non-profit that works with public schools to prepare underserved high school students for college and career opportunities in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Since its inception in 1990 C-CAP has awarded $50 million in scholarships, and classrooms have received $3.8 million worth of supplies and equipment. Many C-CAP students find rewarding careers in the restaurant and have made their way to the top in the industry. www.ccapinc.org
With over 375,000 square feet of combined warehouse space and the largest selection of linens, tables, flatware, china and catering equipment in the country, Party Rental Ltd. is fully capable of meeting the needs of any first-rate event. Whether planning a dinner for 500, a picnic for 10,000 or even cocktails for 20,000, Party Rental LTD pride itself on not only being able to deliver anywhere in the country, but with accuracy time and again. www.partyrentalltd.com
Founded by Consuelo Vanderbilt, Soho Muse Inc. is a professional networking site geared toward creative types in a variety of fields—like LinkedIn but specifically for painters, photographers, musicians, and other creative careers. Soho Muse is a “trusted source for creative people” in the industry to showcase their talents to a global audience. Showcase your talents today at http://www.sohomuse.com/
Designs by Mark Masone is a full retail store offering and delivering to Nassau, Suffolk, Manhattan, Queens and to that special someone across the globe. They carry plush stuffed animals, plants, baby/gourmet baskets, silks and custom fresh arrangements. Their modern showroom displays samples of themed centerpieces, linens, chair covers and photos of our work. Next time you have an event call and set up your consultation with our floral designers/event decorators and you will be on your way to a spectacular event and becoming part of the Masone experience. designsbymarkmasone.com | http://resident.com/sponsors-cocktail-party-august-14th/ | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | resident.com/cce07b281dc036fed7d92008a356fa438d1531e9b94a23887bf30107a49990f0.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:53:40 | null | 2016-08-24T20:23:58 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2Fdr-sol-schwartzstein%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/DrSol600w2.jpg | en | null | Dr. Sol Schwartzstein | null | null | resident.com | Dr. Sol Schwartzstein, a skilled and highly trained dentist, is committed to creating healthy, beautiful smiles for each of his patients. He specializes in a full range of cosmetic dentistry procedures – including clear braces, veneers, bonding, bridges, and tooth colored fillings – so he can meet everyone’s dental needs. Whether you are in need of a full mouth restoration or subtle change, Dr. Schwartzstein has the expertise, knowledge, and experience to make your dream of a dazzling smile a reality. Dr. Sol Schwartzstein has been practicing exceptional dentistry for more than 13 years. He completed his dental degree at University of Stony Brook.
For more information visit: www.centralparksouthdentist.com | http://resident.com/dr-sol-schwartzstein/ | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | resident.com/d4f2466a4fe4b714ae1c83b251bbf110c19af6ab7a6fdfef8dbe060c40450f32.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:51:14 | null | 2016-08-24T16:18:06 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2F2016-michael-bolton-charities-fundraiser%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Unknown-2.jpg | en | null | 2016 Michael Bolton Charities Fundraiser | null | null | resident.com | On Saturday night (August 20th), Michael Bolton, Bill O'Reilly and Joe Torre attended the 2016 Michael Bolton Charities Fundraiser, 'An Evening Under the Stars' at a Private Estate in Bridgehampton, New York.
Honoring Ali and Joe Torre , this charitable evening of dinner, drinks, and a private performance by Michael Bolton himself, was all in honor of women and children as victims of domestic violence everywhere. Other notable guests were BRAVO's Real Housewives of NY's Ramona Singer, Kimberly Guilfoyle, and Heather Childers. Joe Torre gave a moving personal testament about his rough upbringing which left psychological scars but has led to his dedication and perseverance to support domestically abused children through his personal foundation.
Proving that he still has what it takes as a sweet voiced crooner, Michael Bolton took the stage and performed some of his best loved songs and duets with up and coming pop songstress, Sam Fly. They captivated the crowd with Stand By Me, How am I Supposed to Live, Ain’t No Mountain High Enough, The Prayer and a moving rendition of Ray Charles’ Georgia.
Now in its 23rd year, The Michael Bolton Charities has been a consistent advocate and supporter of initiatives and organizations committed to responding to the needs of children and women at risk from domestic violence, physical and mental abuse, poverty, homelessness and human trafficking. The Michael Bolton Charities has benefitted more than 100 organizations across the country and for our event in August, The Retreat in Easthampton will be the local recipient of a portion of the monetary donations. The Retreat has been providing domestic violence and sexual assault services and education to families, friends, and neighbors on the East End of Long Island since 1987 and perfectly complements MBC as a partner. | http://resident.com/2016-michael-bolton-charities-fundraiser/ | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | resident.com/0fb83886cca56b782c168d61a6eb216caa589191cf106fe3d0451e1a7aaaa8a8.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T18:51:42 | null | 2016-08-30T17:03:13 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2Fbuy-not-buy-labor-day%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Shopping-Tips-Resized.jpg | en | null | What to Buy and What Not to Buy During Labor Day | null | null | resident.com | Summer is winding down and the kids are getting ready to go back to school. Once August ends, what else do you have to look forward to? Labor Day sales, of course! In just a few weeks, you’ll be inundated with Labor Day sales ads from all your favorite stores.
But be sure to spend wisely! Not everything in the ads is a good deal. Some of the items are on sale now but will be labeled as Labor Day sale items to entice you to shop. Many more items are overpriced and not really a good deal at all. Some items will be cheaper if you wait another month or two, while Labor Day is a great time to purchase some items. What should you buy and what should you skip? DealsPlus, an online community of savvy shoppers and bargain hunters sharing the best deals and sales, has rounded up all of the best Labor Day sales of 2016, and you can also read on to see what Linsay Thomas, a writer for DealsPlus, has included in this comprehensive guide to Labor Day shopping.
What Not to Buy
Don’t splurge on these items just yet. Wait a couple months before spending money on the following items:
* Toys. You’ll find the hottest toys – and hottest deals – in December. That’s when new releases come out for the holidays. So go ahead and procrastinate on your Christmas shopping. You have a good excuse.
* Fall and winter clothes. Now that summer is on its way out, everyone will be buying their cold weather clothing. Because there will be a lot of supply and demand, you won’t see coats or boots on sale anytime soon. You might see some discounts around Columbus Day, but for the biggest savings, shop for these items around Christmas or even after the first of the year.
* Electronics. New electronics – such as tablets and smartphones – are typically released in late September/October. If you buy something during Labor Day weekend, it’s going to be even cheaper if you wait another month. Hold off on TVs and video games as well. They’ll be cheaper on or after Black Friday, so wait until the end of the year for the biggest discounts.
* Cookware. You’ll be doing a lot of cooking and baking for the holidays, so Labor Day sounds like a good time to stock up on cookware, right? Wrong! Wait a few months and save big. Cookware sales happen in November and December, so that’s when you want to buy.
* Patio furniture. While retailers start dropping prices on patio furniture around Labor Day, you can do better. Keep checking back every week and you’ll see prices slashed more and more. Try to plan your patio furniture purchase for late September if you want to save the most money.
What to Buy
If you’re going to hit the stores for the extended Labor Day weekend, be sure to come home with some of these hot deals.
* School supplies. Most schools start in August, so by the time Labor Day rolls around, you likely already have everything you need. But if there are still a few things you haven’t bought yet – like laptops or notebooks – get them now.
* Summer clothes. Get outfitted for next summer now by saving up to 85% on swimsuits, shorts, tank tops, sandals and more. Stores need to make room for winter clothes, so summer clothes will be priced to move. Inventory may be limited, though, so shop early.
* Cars. Dealerships have to make way for next year’s models, so if you’ve been itching for a 2016 car or truck for a while, Labor Day is a great time to buy. Opt for an older model and you’ll save even more. You can find specials on SUVs in particular.
* Appliances. Manufacturers like to offer deals and special releases on major holidays such as Labor Day, so retailers pass the savings on to you. If you’re in the market for a washer, dryer or refrigerator, get it the first weekend of September and save up to 30%.
* Mattresses. Mattress sales are popular during Labor Day weekend. Expect to save big – up to 60%. However, avoid shopping online, unless you want to watch your savings go toward shipping costs. Drive to the store and avoid hefty delivery fees.
Labor Day Shopping Tips
Now you know what to buy and what to hold off on, here are a couple additional tips to help you save.
* Do some comparison shopping. Stores like to trick you into thinking you’re getting a great price on something, but in fact it may be overpriced. You don’t have to go from one store to another to find the best prices. Use a site like PriceGrabber, which will show you which store has the lowest price on a certain product.
* Be patient. You might want to shop earlier in the weekend to get a jump start on savings, but you’ll likely find better deals as the weekend ends. Retailers don’t want to hold on to seasonal merchandise, so they’ll be practically giving it away by Labor Day evening. Just be advised that you might not have much to choose from by then.
Author: Linsay Thomas
Bio: Linsay is a writer for the DealsPlus blog, and she’s best known for her savvy shopping skills. She offers helpful shopping hacks for all major holiday sales as well as ways to save on every day shopping, making her an expert in the field. | http://resident.com/buy-not-buy-labor-day/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | resident.com/4633065fd87a7a9de6bb2aff6fae1c9fb15e483af8ddc1b92ce19de26c086f4f.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:55:35 | null | 2015-12-03T16:06:28 | Are you a recent New York-to-Florida transplant, or a yearly snowbird? Do you need to get out of the freezing Northeastern temps this holiday season? | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2F3-ways-to-celebrate-the-holiday-season-in-the-sunshine-state%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/New-Years-Eve1.jpg | en | null | 3 Ways to Celebrate the Holiday Season in the Sunshine State | null | null | resident.com | By James Clark.
Are you a recent New York-to-Florida transplant, or a yearly snowbird? Do you need to get out of the freezing Northeastern temps this holiday season? We thought so. South Florida is indeed the perfect spot to escape to in the winter months, but you might find yourself missing New York’s seasonal festivities. Here are three ways to make the most wonderful time of the year seem a little more like home.
Hanukkah: Miami MatzoBall
Make Hanukkah a little more Jewcy this year at Miami’s MatzoBall, the nation’s leading Jewish singles party . You might have attended this event in New York in years past, but Miami turns the dreidel by hosting it at the exclusive LIV. This is the place to be this Hanukkah (and you just might find yourself a nice Jewish boy or girl). VIP admission is only available to those who reserve bottle service. Hurry, this party is almost full.
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Christmas: Area 31
Celebrate this Christmas day with a feast fit for a king. From noon to 9 p.m. at the EPIC Hotel, a buffet with a pig carving station, confit turkey thigh, smoked fish board, red and white wine, and much more is available for any Christmas-loving-foodie. $95. Reservations are running out.
Area 31 at the EPIC Hotel:
270 Biscayne Blvd, Miami;
305-424-5234
New Year’s Eve: Miami Fireworks Yacht Party
Who wants another crowded New Year’s Eve in Times Square when you can spend this New Year’s on the coast, counting down the minutes to 2016 on a yacht? This four-story, $40 million Mega Yacht features a two-level nightclub, a third level top-tier Admirals Club, and a beautiful SKY deck, giving you the best views of the Miami New Year’s Firework Show.
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Whether you escaped the freezing temperatures temporarily, or are looking for a new but familiar tradition in your new South Florida home, there is something to do this season to make the holidays a little more MAGICAL. | http://resident.com/3-ways-to-celebrate-the-holiday-season-in-the-sunshine-state/ | en | 2015-12-03T00:00:00 | resident.com/eec13199ffbae33ea238f2b30a68d914f3310b1ed3e4d5ba4de3af12bdf871e7.json |
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Romantic, fairytale cottages and the most pet-friendly city on the planet blend with nearly 100 art galleries and fine dining on every corner. Carmel-by-the-Sea, located along California’s Northern coast, has evolved into a world-renowned destination. A haven for artists and writers for more than a century, the simple beauty of Carmel beckons those looking for inspiration. Through 2016, Carmel is celebrating its centennial anniversary.
Walk Everywhere
Carmel is only one square mile, so you’ll feel comfortable meandering through the lovely streets. There are 46 special pathways, so be like the locals and take the shortcuts.
Gael Gallagher’s Carmel Walking Tour is a great way to see the town’s highlights. Her leisurely guided walk takes you into hidden courtyards, lovely gardens and storybook cottages. Is that the Eastwood building? Did Van Gogh really eat at this table? Einstein and Dali were here? Clint Eastwood served as Carmel’s mayor from 1986-1988. Gallagher tells all.
CarmelWalks.com
Distinctive Bed & Breakfast Inns
Carmel-by-the-Sea is filled with more than 40 inns, B & B’s and distinctive hotels. The Cypress Inn is co-owned by screen star Doris Day and her partner. Built in 1929, the Cypress Inn is designed with elegant accommodations and modern amenities and the halls are lined with Day’s movie posters. An animal-rights activist, Day allows pets to stay in the rooms with their owners and dine next to them. Check out outdoor dining in Terry’s Lounge (named for Day’s late son, Terry Melchior) with fabulous salads and burgers. Don’t forget their “Yappy Hour” from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Monday – Friday to try their classic cocktails.
cypress-inn.com .
Art Galleries Galore
A mix of early California art, classical, modern, sculpture and photography make visiting Carmel’s galleries a fascinating experience. Thomas Kinkade opened his first gallery in Carmel. Duck in the Studio in the Garden and visit his signature store. Go with Carmel Art Tours for a great sampling of select galleries, hear fascinating stories and maybe see an artist at work.
Walk and Wine with Carmel Food Tours
Thankfully, there’s lots of walking on this culinary experience as you visit seven of Carmel’s special eateries. Highlights include Casanova Restaurant with its excellent gnocchi and Van Gogh’s table; Trio Carmel featuring specialty olive oils and vinegars, tasty over ice cream; Figge’s Cellars for wine and Lula’s Chocolates, the perfect finale. CarmelFoodTour.com.
Dining Extraordinaire
Mundaka – This tapas restaurant is fun and funky with Spanish-influenced cuisine. Try the marcona almonds and assorted Mediterranean olives for starters. The paella varies daily with the best Sangria in town.
For more than three decades, Anton & Michel has been a Carmel classic, serving fresh, creative California cuisine highlighted with spectacular flambé desserts. Go with the wild mushroom risotto and rack of lamb with citrus-port sauce as you look out at the sparkling “Court of the Fountains.” Pepe’s Vesuvio prepares authentic Southern Italian cuisine made from his family’s traditional recipes. Start with their artichoke lollipops (fresh from the nearby artichoke capital of the world), certified Angus steaks or classic pastas. Add a glass of wine from the Pepe Winery.
Sunset Center Brings Performing Arts to Carmel
Within walking distance to everything else is the multi-million dollar Sunset Center. Check out their calendar for concerts, dance, and theatre that attract both locals and visitors alike. Sunsetcenter.org
Oh, and Carmel Beach
Just a few blocks down, dog run off leash, warming fires are allowed during the week and there’s a myriad of water sports to suit your fancy. Walking back to my hotel at night with the gentle ocean breezes blowing, I felt renewed and uplifted. That’s the magic of Carmel.
To learn more about Carmel-By-The-Sea check out this book:
Historic Homes and Inns of Carmel-by-the-Sea
CarmelCalifornia.org, StayinCarmel.org
Photos courtesy of CarmelCalifornia.com
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"I’m waiting for better angels” sings the recently deceased 'it’s my party' legend Lesley Gore on her last album Ever Since; and not since Johnny Cash did the legendary cover version of Trent Reznor's Hurt has an aging icon found a better fit. Had Stephen Sondheim’s Desiree in A Little Night Music been a former pop icon instead of an actress, this rendition could easily have passed for her Send in the Clowns reprise. While Gore’s gravelly but tender tone evokes a kind of weltschmerz, the lyrics beckon change. The thought-provoking arrangement that juxtaposes a cabaret sensibility with melancholic folk elements is the brainchild of Blake Morgan. Just months after releasing the song on his own album, Burning Daylight, Morgan handed it over to Gore. His passion to selflessly do what’s best for a song speaks tomes about his commitment to music.
It should come as little surprise that the artist behind Better Angels has been on a Quixotic mission ever since: a mission to empower music’s prophets, defrock its corrupt clergy and unmask its fraudulent angels – especially those like Tim Westgren, Pandora Radio’s co-founder.
While cashing in shares at a steady rate of one million per month, Westergren – who presents himself as a self-sacrificing music industry savior – claimed his business model was unsustainable unless musicians agreed to lower their royalties. Morgan responded, ruffling this business angel’s feathers with polite but poignant criticism. His remonstrations went viral shortly after their email exchanges got the attention of the Huffington Post. The message was heard: there was something seriously wrong with a content-providing service (Pandora) lobbying already underpaid content creators (musicians) to martyr themselves for a place on a heavenly sound cloud where only the harp would go unpaid.
By January 2014, Morgan took on the music industry’s most sacred order, terrestrial radio. As Morgan’s #irespectmusic floated through cyberspace, musicians woke from their stupor: America was among the only countries where radio stations didn’t compensate musicians for airplay - ‘while songwriters like Otis Redding receive royalties, performers like Aretha Franklin didn’t get any R-e-s-p-e-c-t in the form of money.’ Countries that shared American radio’s slave labor policy: North Korea, Iran, Vietnam and China (the latter, incidentally, in the process of changing their legislation). Also, since US based stations didn’t pay foreign musicians, foreign stations wouldn’t pay ours. Despite having the highest number of hits internationally, American musicians received no royalties. Morgan’s apostasy was soon embraced by everyone from Taylor Swift to Pink Floyd. In the words of Morgan’s classic, “Better late than not at all; better to make the break than take the fall.”
The Velvet Revolutionary
When it comes to clean breaks, Morgan excels. Though far from being a media-hungry iconoclast, Morgan has had his share of ‘velvet revolutions.’ The charismatic and lanky artist with a disarming smile and raconteur’s wit spoke to the Resident about the road less traveled.
Sometime after finishing Berklee College of Music and recording six raw demos, Morgan got signed to the short-lived N2K label by the legendary Phil Ramone. As Morgan explains, “People often think a big record deal is the dream-come-true. For me it felt like seasickness. You feel like you’re drowning but to your friends it looks like you’ve just boarded a cruise ship and you’re riding the waves. Anyway, I’m at my album’s first strategy meeting – incidentally, uninvited – and someone from the label informs us that I’ve just topped at number 8 on Billboard’s Heatseekers chart. So the astute marketing expert asks, ‘That’s great but does someone know how many are ahead of him?’ And he wasn’t joking. Heartbreaking, really. My job is to play, sing, create… and here I am with supposed experts… Needless to say, I was already looking for a way out of my 7 album contract. Phil was cool about it and obliged. Six months later the company goes down like the Titanic. And no wonder. I mean, when my record came out, they invested 100,000 dollars in a massive Billboard Magazine ad with a big picture of me. Public response: ‘who the hell is this guy? He doesn’t even have a record out.’ It just pissed people off. Same money… I could have used for making a great record… Hell, 10 great records.”
Released from his contract, Morgan returned to ‘label-hunting and showcasing.’ In his words, “The most unmusical un-rock and roll thing you can possibly be involved in. Playing for suits at 4 in the afternoon.” Morgan continues as if in reverie, “So there I am walking with my mom, and I tell her that in the end I’ll probably wind up with an unsatisfying deal like before, and if I had any guts I’d take all the musicians who’ve recently asked me to produce their demos and start my own label. So my mom turns to me and - with best intentions - says, ‘yeah, if you had any guts that is what you’d do.’ It was an epiphany. Right there while walking on 5th Avenue and 11th, I suddenly decided that’s exactly what I had to do. I launched my own label, ECR (Engine Company Records) from my laptop a few months later. And it’s been going for over 13 years now.”
While those years have been the recorded worst in music history - with labels either having gone belly up or having shrunken by as much as 90% - ECR has grown. Their break-even rate on albums - rather than being the usual 2% (a figure based on the nearly 75,000 albums that came out last year) – is a steady 80%. The reason for the difference, as Morgan explains, “At ECR, success is measured by the high note as much as it is by the bottom line”. In practice, Morgan’s strategy is simple: create the best music possible, music the artist is proud of. A marketing plan only comes into it after this phase is complete. “99.9% of labels”, Morgan affirms, “start with ‘what’ll make us money’ before looking for the best music. Their whole raison d’être should be to help win an audience for an artist they believe in rather than believe in an artist that can help them get an audience. That’s why I only sign artists I can see myself having a long-term relationship with. The idea of working on 7 records over a 10-year period is inspiring. It excites me as an artist, as a producer and as a label owner.”
Another unique element: “We sign works, not artists.” Unlike other labels, ECR only makes license contracts to distribute and publish a given work. As for what stops an artist from going elsewhere…? “Nothing,” says Morgan candidly, “but since our inception, no one has ever wanted to leave.” The simple reason, Morgan avers, is that ” We’re in a partnership with the artists – we’re both forced to give a constant 100%.” Morgan’s metaphor: “Margaret Atwood once wrote that ‘wanting to hang out with famous people because you admire their work is like wanting to meet a duck because you love pate’. It’s senseless to own the artists. It’s a fatal mistake that every other label (as far as he knows) makes.”
Lesley Gore’s Last Resting Place
Despite ECR Music Groups diversity in genre, there is a definite Blake Morgan signature on the entire artist rostrum. The emphasis remains genuinely evocative melodies and moods over contrived soundscapes. It takes no more than a listen to the Jazz-inflected sultry sound of the Finnish born singer Janita to tell what direction her new album will be headed in. “Beautiful,” Morgan muses, “2 years in the studio and her album’s finally ready to come out. It took about the same amount of time for Melissa Giges whose Just When I Let Go came out last summer… Melissa’s been on tour, TV, and has a new video coming out. Then there’s David Cloyd out of Buffalo who’s in recording. His album’s due next year. Together with myself, and the late Lesley Gore - these are our cornerstone artists.”
Morgan describes his own most recent album, Diamonds in the Dark, as a Dorothy discovering Wonderland experience. Listening to Morgan sing “you’re the best bad idea I ever had”, one senses how extraordinary it must feel to fall hopelessly in love with something as irrational as making music. After all, if these are Morgan’s ‘best bad ideas,’ even his ‘worst good ideas’ are bound to land Grammies. Forever evolving, Morgan remains a favorite of alternative rock fans and music aficionados alike. From his well lauded debut album, Anger's Candy, to his more ruminative pieces that sound like urban cantorials for an agnostic age, the singer/producer/composer/independent-label-owner Morgan has always done precisely what he wants by maximizing the means at his disposal. Like the late great Lesley Gore, Morgan has gone through life telling everyone from the major labels to those like Pandora “You don’t own me.” | http://resident.com/hearing-is-believing/ | en | 2015-03-02T00:00:00 | resident.com/7714eebd8c5204dc535251754dda74fe4bbb0196ff9df6a61502aaf37c8fb7bf.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T20:51:46 | null | 2016-08-30T08:04:26 | As the President of Dezer Development, Gil Dezer is credited as one of the youngest developers of luxury high rise residential & condo/hotel properties... | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2F65080-2%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/968A0309-copy.jpg | en | null | SUCCESS & ACHIEVEMENT WITH GIL DEZER | null | null | resident.com | By: Jennifer Azzolini
As one of the most prolific oceanfront property owners in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, Michael Dezer launched his company 45 years ago, and is now focusing on tackling NYC’s commercial real estate market. With his successful run, Resident Magazine asked Michael Dezer about his beginnings and his road to success. As a graduate of Pace University, Dezer received his degree in Marketing and Advertising followed by an MBA in marketing management, and later a a doctorate of commercial sciences. While going to college he went to Madison Avenue and became a consultant, before launching a direct marketing company. After landing financial institutions for his first major clients be purchased his first building, a 12 story commercial property on 19th Street between 6th and 7th avenues. Across the street he noticed they were developing loft buildings so Michael stated “let’s go into the loft business” and began making deals with many of the owners thus a legacy was born.
In Manhattan, Dezer Development owns and manages numerous commercial properties in Chelsea and Flatiron district. He began building his empire in the early 1970’s acquiring buildings used by industrial/manufacturing tenants. His vision led him to revamp factory buildings and transform them into luxury offices in New York City. Dezer became the first developer to do so, and positioned the Chelsea area as an up and coming district. When others though the area was failing, he turned it into a core spot for fashion, multinational company headquarters, offices, and created loft style living spaces. His New York portfolio holds more than 20 commercial buildings, 8 commercial co-ops, 1 luxury residential loft- which extends to 1.3 million square feet of space in Chelsea and Flatiron neighborhoods. When leasing loft space, these high ceiling open plan units leave endless options to customize your space. His 12 story loft building that features newly renovated lobbies and great oversized windows at 27 West 20th street. The building on 150 West 25th Street offers sprawling spaces up to 5,500 square feet, with a beautiful attended lobby. Four blocks from Penn Station is a 19 story building with stunning views and large spaces at 150 West 28th Street.
In 1985 Michael started his legacy in South Florida, with over 27 oceanfront acres. Today they are the largest owners of oceanfront property in Miami, owning over 1,000 hotel rooms amongst several other condominium and resort properties including the Travelodge Monaco Beach Resort and Days Hotel Thunderbird Beach Resort. As the President of Dezer Development, Gil Dezer is credited as one of the youngest developers of luxury high rise residential & condo/hotel properties in the United States. By introducing brand partnerships, Gil Dezer is changing the way South Florida real estate is valued. He has collaborated with Donald J. Trump that led to the Trump Organization’s first real estate market in South Florida. Curious about the business with Donald Trump, Resident Magazine asked Michael Dezer about the effectiveness. Gil stated “Since Donald Trump has been running for president, the Trump name has been powerful but initially difficult with everything he has been saying, and losing some business in the hotels, but we look at the horizons of the bigger picture and looking forward, we came out very successful.”
The Trump Grande Ocean Resort and Residences and Trump Towers in Sunny Isles Beach is a collaborative development that has met with much success. Gil has stated “he franchised with a lot of people and out of 20 others, Trump has stated the Dezers have been the best to work and the only ones that have come out successful.” Gil has always managed to be successful despite economic terms in the real estate market and landed two noteworthy accomplishments from 2009 and 2010 and made enough profit to pay off Trump Royale’s construction loan and Trump Tower II and III’s mortgage that was a grand $475 million. As a maverick in his field, Dezer is exceptional with forging brand partnerships within real estate. In 2012 Gil made a licensing agreement with Porsche Design Group and expanded the luxury brand into the real estate market. Dezer also showcased his patented robotic parking system in the 60 story Porsche Tower where the “Dezervator” allows the residents to park their vehicles in the “sky garages,” which elevates the concept of technology and luxury. This success led to a new partnership between Dezer Development and Giorgio Armani to launch their first residential tower, named Residences by Armani/Casa.
Gil’s professional achievements earned him the position as President and Chairman Emeritus of the Developers & Builders Alliance and he also won the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce’s R.E.A.L. Award for Residential Real Estate in 2012, as well as the Platinum Personal Achievement Award for Sales Director of the year for Trump Grande Ocean Resort & Residences for three consecutive years. Aside from building their empire, Michael and Gil are very active in the community with many philanthropic endeavors and adventurous pursuits. Michael Dezer has opened his own Dezer Collection Museum and Pavilion which showcases his extraordinary rare automobile collection of over 1,000 American and European classics accumulated over 50 years. Some of the vehicles are on display in the museum that also holds a substantial collection of James Bond props. Gil is also part of the Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation, Young President of the Miami Heart Institute, a member of the Florida Friends of Israeli Defense Forces, and continues to support of many American and Israeli charities. | http://resident.com/65080-2/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | resident.com/b1408c317cc5bd465e35837fdf7bf47949542e7f81dcf4ededf4e77e56d1f944.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:48:36 | null | 2016-08-18T07:02:48 | As Harlem Week’s all new Hip Hop Film Festival NYC wound down to a close, I couldn’t help but note the festival’s savvy decision to eschew the usual... | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2Fhiphop-film-festival-ny%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Rikster2.jpg | en | null | Hip Hop Film Festival NYC | null | null | resident.com | By Rory Winston
”When are you going to stop writing on the walls and make some money, when are you going to stop tagging subway cars, when are you going to make your son legitimate… legitimate shit,” said a frustrated Ramon in 1984’s Beat Street – a film that together with its lauded predecessor Wild Style introduced much of America to hip-hop. Though the movement had begun as no more than a mid-70’s subcultural oddity in the South Bronx, hip hop had over time fostered an artistic revolution that altered the zeitgeist world-over. Nevertheless, Ramone’s facetious lament still beckons a response. Has the genre over the years developed to the point where it is funded by cultural institutions like other arts? Is there appreciable legitimacy in an educational sense so that it’s traditions are being taken seriously and taught?
As Harlem Week’s all new Hip Hop Film Festival NYC wound down to a close, I couldn’t help but note the festival’s savvy decision to eschew the usual bling-dong (sic) fanfare that often accompanies such events, opting instead for a more communal spirit – one as eager and welcoming as the parties DJ Kool Herc had first engendered. Avoiding the all too common pratfalls of self-aggrandizement, pageantry and name-dropping, the organizers celebrated this newly christened festival by creating a genuine promotional and educational vehicle for up-and-coming talent. The overall mood was one of workshop; ‘festival as meeting place’, festival as educational platform for the heirs of a forty-odd year old legacy.
With little in the way of sensationalism or even glamorization, there seemed to be a tacit agreement among the jurors that contemporary pyrotechnics in the various art forms spawned by hip hop – whether in DJing, music, poetry, rap, graffiti, dance or film itself - could never have taken place without those who had earlier on invested their all into making things happen. As with the development of the genre itself, hip hop related film entries did not come solely from New York or even America. Instead they came from areas as remote and unexpected as the nuances in most art forms.
While Wave, a captivating story about the rise of Tony Wave Wesley from the Bronx to international NY City Breakers' B-Boy star (seen, incidentally, in the film Beat Street) included some brilliant interviews and footage from legendary dancers such as Special K, Melle Mel and NY City Breakers’ Powerful Pexter and Lil Lep, the most unanticipated but exciting films were two foreign docs – one being the Brit entry, NG83 When we were B-Boys and the Philippine/EU entry Beyond the Block.
This Ain’t England
In reality, Claude Knight, Sam Derby-Cooper, Luke Scott and Will Wilkinson (the team behind NG83) could have gotten together to make a brilliant documentary on almost subject since their true area of interest is the people behind the events and how they continue once their "supposed significance" is gone. Shortly after the heydays of The Who and the decline of ‘game halls’, this same talented directing group could have come up with a sequel to Ken Russel’s film (based on the Who’s) Tommy entitled When we were Pinball wizards. Of course, they could just as easily have done a follow-up story to Katherine Bigelow’s Hurt Locker, the twist being that the war abruptly ends and bomb squad specialist/ adrenaline junky Sgt. William James retires to his suburban hell where he endures a perpetual dose of peace and quiet. Though the film’s title (NG83 When we were B-Boys) may put one in mind of the renowned Leon Gast documentary on Muhammad Ali, When we were Kings, this recent documentary is anything but the story of a surprise comeback. With no sucker punches, no long drawn out rope-a-dopes, When we were B-Boys gets into the ring of great movies the old fashioned way - it packs one hell of an emotional knockout punch while being as funny and entertaining as… well, something from the mouth of the late great heavyweight champion. Essentially, NG83 deals with respectful has-beens - the forever-to-remain ‘world famous in Nottingham’ Rock City Crew whose one big rumble in the rural jungle took place on a Saturday afternoon as they faced off with their longtime rivals, the Assassins.
Although the filmmakers site Shane Meadows’ take on skinhead youths This is England as their inspiration, I believe - despite the magnificence of the aforementioned film - it would be NG83 getting the short end of the stick on the comparison. NG83’s ear for revelation disguised as trivia, pathos dressed in humility and lethargy finding solace in nostalgic loss is a world onto itself. Hidden between the frames we see the age-old battle between the inner saint and the clown, between tragic flaw and comic relief – these are the types of juxtapositions that simply can’t be pulled off without a heart. No matter which uncomfortable or even tasteless moment we apprehend, we can’t help but notice that the film simply loves each and every one of its characters to bits. It is this utterly unsentimental form of compassion that gives a sense of poetry to what could otherwise pass as inane comments. It is also this sensibility that brings urgency to moments of resignation. Think: memorable characters as in Mike Leigh’s Career Girls (or even Secrets and Lies) meets the evocative artistry of Michael Winterbottom’s 24 Hour Party People, and you may just understand why I find this film so alluring.
It doesn’t take long to convince the viewer that the team that made this funkily moody masterpiece could just as easily pull off a noteworthy dramedy next time around. Filled with monologues that would make playwright Mark Shopping and Fucking Ravenhill go Green Street Hooligan with envy, the masterminds behind NG83 are one team worth keeping an eye on. Having cut a 7 year-long film project down to a mere 74 quickly fleeting but lingering minutes, these debut directors have managed a minor miracle. They know both when to kill their darlings and when to let their darlings ramble on. In the end, the naughty lads of Nottingham feel kind of like the fellas we’ve all grown up with.
Neither shortchanging the artistry and skill that goes into breakdancing nor fetishizing such feats as something larger than life, NG83 When we were B-Boys has – for lack of better word – swag. Poignant, emotional, genuine and only ever so slightly self-conscious, it is a work that boasts a youthful strut and candor while still retaining an emotional intelligence beyond its years. Am I gushing? Well, go for it, the film seems to say. Gush with all the loss, hope, and longing a lifetime’s worth of dreams can afford.
Filipino Fire
Ballet may have originated in the Italian and French courts during the 15th and 16th century, but there’s little denying that it made some of its greatest strides in Russia where athletic leaps, airborne tour jetés and other pyrotechnical and dramatic elements – some of which were already present in their own traditional folk dances - made their way into what had otherwise been an insular, if not dying, dance form. Soon, Russia would once again revolutionize the vocabulary of ballet by introducing nuances from 'orientalism' (in the antiquated Diaghilev sense of the word), futurism and even suprematism into what till then had been a world that represented the aesthetics of nobility. Though the notion that the country of inception and the country of adaption (and eventual development) is not always the same is not a new concept, we rarely apply this idea when thinking about relatively new historical movements like Hip hop. Still, the fact remains that some of the best hip hop dance crews out there today are either from the Philippines, have Filipino members or have been heavily influenced by the choreographic nuances developed in that part of the world. Whether it’s the A-Team, Megacrew, or the Philippine All Stars, it’s hard to deny the country’s rightful place in an art whose advances we often attribute solely to Americans. Despite the prolific contributions made by Filipinos, few among those even heavily involved in supporting dance, know much about the origins of these virtuosos and what catalyzed this movement. From Romancon to the Jabbawockeez to Quest to Poreotics to the Super Crew, Filipinos have not only left an indelible mark but remain an ever-present force to be reckoned with. Shedding light on this once esoteric school of dance comes a film filled with several lifetimes worth of information, Beyond the Block.
Directed by dancer, choreographer, teacher and now filmmaker, Ricky Carranza, Beyond the Block touches on nearly every aspect of Filipino hip hop dancing. Clocking in at 2 hours and 48 minutes, the film tells several stories simultaneously. It details how street dance, locking, popping, and breaking developed; it explains the TV romance that took place as a nation fell in love with an American subcultural dance form and made it their own, eventually taking it to the next level; and it also relates the ongoing tale of Carranza himself who goes from dancer to missionary to a man on a mission, preaching and teaching the love of dance as ardently as someone intent on saving souls.
Is this all too much for one film to handle? The question is a valid one and in line with a concern that an esteemed mentor of mine had brought up years ago. His theory was simple: ‘if you are a talented artist – whether novelist, filmmaker, composer, choreographer or painter - don’t wait till you feel your work is perfect before you present your first piece because by that time you’ll probably have way too much to say to be able to do it well in one work. People who have years of experience behind them and have not had the opportunity to express themselves often get too desperate a need to stick all of what they have learnt into a single work’
While there is a truth to this, and while Beyond the Block does at times get overwhelmed by its own desire to do justice to its sources, it never succumbs to being an emotionally vacuous entity overburdened by information. If anything, one gets the distinct impression that there is an underlying passion to every fact, a hunger behind each delivered phrase, a fierce force of love and awe driving the massive machine. As Carranza states midway through the film, “I don’t have much to boast about. I have not won an international dance contest; I’m not rich, not world famous, not an internet superstar nor a signature dance step inventor. I’m just an ordinary 50-year-old guy with a lot of stories to tell particularly on the subject because I lived through it, I saw it, I was there when it first started at least in my country of origin.”
Filipinos, we are told, have celebrated their deity through dance even as tribesmen. As Dave Gonzalez, the founder of World of Dance is quoted saying: Filipinos were always very rhythm oriented. A comparison for their success and unique variation on the hip hop theme could be made with how Brazilians took to soccer, inflecting the game with their very own style while seeing it as their ticket out of their hardships. In short, moments after TV shows like Soul Train and films like Saturday Night Fever hit the Philippines, there were scores of people out on the streets not only imitating what they saw but redefining it with their own personality. Very soon local shows like Dance Contest (a takeoff of Dance Fever) captivated the country and gave rise to other spinoffs like Penthouse 7. Eventually, it was Dance 10 which became the first broadcast dance competition series, a program that launched the careers of as many major dancers in the Philippines as SNL had done for new comedians in the US.
While Beyond the Block takes us through the step-by-step metamorphosis of hip hop dancing itself, it also takes us on an adventure through the minds of those who shaped it – those who lived prior the Youtube generation and relied on TV and their imagination of what might be going on in other places as their main source of information. In the company of Carranza, we meet American legends like Michael ‘Turbo’ Chambers who studied animals and nature to find his movements, or Filipino ex-BMXer Larry Moncado who incorporated acrobatic elements from the sports into dance. In addition, we follow Carranza through his early days as a member of Funk System in Manila to the time when he quits dance, devours books on philosophy and theology and ends up becoming a missionary stationed throughout the UK, the US and finally Italy where – after resuming to teach dance – he finds himself embedded once more within the world he thought he had abandoned.
As fate would have it, I had already known Ricky Carranza years ago - our first meeting having taken place neither in New York, nor even on American soil. In fact, at a time both of us were living far from our respective homes. While working as a writer on an SNL-style TV pilot in Helsinki, I regularly hosted a two-hour drive-time radio music and talk show for an FM station. Since at least half the show was devoted to socio-political observations and comedy, I made it my business to seek out entertaining guests who’d come on and discuss their impressions of local culture and how they were acclimating. As I needed a change from the usual slew of visiting rock stars or rappers, I was relieved to hear that an extraordinarily talented dancer and choreographer responsible for staging a great deal of local dance resided in Finland. Since I had devoted much of my teens to dance, I was more than enthusiastic to meet with a man who devoted his entire life to it. Needless to say, it was serendipitous first meeting. What started out as friendship soon culminated in weeks spent together developing a script for a feature film that Carranza was trying to write at the time – a script which, incidentally, is also based on his own life as dancer. It was approximately a month after we had come up with a completed draft of the script that Carranza told me his plans. Rather than just sit around and wait for someone to green-light the fiction project, he would, meanwhile, start working on a documentary that revolved around the much-overlooked subject of Hip Hop Dance's history in the Philippines. Little did I know at the time that just a few years later, I would be attending the first annual Hip Hop Film Festival of New York and one of the entries would turn out to be none other than that of my old friend and writing colleague, Ricky Carranza.
Filled with comprehensive vision of street dance and the origins of Philippine Hip Hop, an endless battery of memorable aphorisms from legendary figures, and the highly personal story of of man’s journey through an era of rapid change, Ricky Carranza’s Beyond the Block is a nearly ‘3-hour short history lesson’ on a vastly unexplored realm that finally found its way to the screen. Steeped in questions about the viability of dance and the realities surrounding what it took and still takes to make dance one’s career, Carranza’s epic adventure is a fitting ingredient to this year’s Festival. It doesn’t take a stretch of the imagination to see films such as this shown in three parts on a cable network. With Netflix as a main festival sponsor, it’s more than likely that a viable viewing audience can be found over the upcoming years for many of the films presented at this venue. As for the question initially raised in Beat Street about legitimacy and making a living from what started out as a subcultural movement in the South Bronx, I believe the Hip Hop Film Festival NYC holds the promise of becoming a sought-for response.
Hip Hop Film Festival NYC | http://resident.com/hiphop-film-festival-ny/ | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | resident.com/469889098f76707b33d90f1e49f93429417790e221705af0d9a38e5b5b5b25f8.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:50:41 | null | 2016-08-17T16:26:18 | Welcome to Saint Peter’s Bay Luxury Resort & Residences on the North West coast of Barbados. With its beautiful beaches, welcoming culture... | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2Fsaint-peters-bay-barbados%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/01-White-sand-clear-water-at-Saint-Peters-Bay-Luxury-Resort-660x440.jpg | en | null | Saint Peter's Bay | null | null | resident.com | Welcome to Saint Peter’s Bay Luxury Resort & Residences on the North West coast of Barbados. With its beautiful beaches, welcoming culture and rich history, this area of the island retains an untarnished, genuine charm. Developed and presented by UNNA Luxury Resorts & Residences, Saint Peters Bay features a stunning collection of three and four bedroom beachfront homes for ownership and vacation rental coupled with an array of attractive amenities and exceptional personalized service.
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Ultimately, whatever meaning you seek, Saint Peter’s Bay means the best of Barbadosand the best of Caribbean living. | http://resident.com/saint-peters-bay-barbados/ | en | 2016-08-17T00:00:00 | resident.com/64e5a9d31676ae29f2ea6abbf57740e97cd508d67740becd034dae07aa31d020.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:50:07 | null | 2016-08-17T21:52:28 | Resident Magazine along with Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin of Soho Muse hosted a party the eve of the annual Hamptons Family Wealth Forum organized by... | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2F65223-2%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Resident-Magazine-8.14.16-photo-by-Andrew-Werner-605.jpg | en | null | Annual Hamptons Family Office Wealth Forum | null | null | resident.com | Resident Magazine along with Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin of Soho Muse hosted a party the eve of the annual Hamptons Family Office Wealth Forum. Notable families from around the world were on hand to celebrate on a gorgeous summer day over a cocktail party held in Southampton in a $30 Million estate for sale in the Olde Towne Development offered through the Kean Development Company. Guests were treated to scrumptious appetizers created by Relish Catering and sipped fine wines by Frescobaldi, Chateau St. Maur and Courtage as well as bespoke cocktails by Camus. Showstopping entertainment kept the audience captivated with performances by classic cellist Michael Fitzpatrick, pop singer Charlie Scopoletti, and opera singer Cristina Fontanelli, while DJ Allen Dalton kept the party going. A special thanks to our luxury sponsors including Tourneau, Drettmann Yachts, Turks & Caicos, Southampton Land Rover & Jaguar, IGS, Dottie Herman & Howard Lorber, and Kean Development Company for making this all happen. | http://resident.com/65223-2/ | en | 2016-08-17T00:00:00 | resident.com/66710a155da286c7b7b3ae7c35f45e8652583787ff7264f7d37d848bbff039e3.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T18:49:08 | null | 2016-08-26T16:59:52 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2Fresident-magazines-august-cover-party%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/15_6360768876573156501552212_5_RESID_082416_VH_016.jpg | en | null | RESIDENT MAGAZINE'S AUGUST 2016 COVER PARTY | null | null | resident.com | On Wednesday, August 24, 2016, Resident held a cover party to honor our August Hamptons cover star, Jean Shafiroff. This wonderful event was held at Chelsea Station, and the Lawlor PR team helped make this event a success. Georgi vodka was the sponsor for this event as well.
Here are some photos from the event. Visit our PARTY PAGE to see the full album. | http://resident.com/resident-magazines-august-cover-party/ | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | resident.com/14f1f833ba9747c34e4d10776b945a91ce431a8ca1e1af17111a9d7814873492.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:48:07 | null | 2016-08-24T14:47:35 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2Fresident-mention-daily-news%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/NY-Daily-News_08.24.16-copy.jpg | en | null | Resident Mention in the Daily News | null | null | resident.com | In regards to Jean Shafiroff's upcoming cover party held on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at Chelsea Station,
the event was mentioned in the Daily News. Here is the news clipping that the team at R. Couri Hay has provided us. | http://resident.com/resident-mention-daily-news/ | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | resident.com/612679e268165e7d113ea5a74063e428ec6491709d601fce90cc206951e85811.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:53:10 | null | 2016-08-11T15:11:45 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2Fphilippe-restaurant-essence-fine-chinese-cuisine%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/5.Duck-Cook-Philppie-Chow-.jpg | en | null | Philippe Restaurant The Essence Of Fine Chinese Cuisine | null | null | resident.com | By Jon Haggins
Photos: Maybelle Webster
Philippe Restaurant is a beautiful establishment located on the eastside of Manhattan. The restaurant offers the total essence of a fine Chinese cuisine dining experience.
A lovely small lounge area sits at the entrance, leading to a handsome, cozy bar that’s lined with a variety of alcoholic beverages. The main dining room is divided into two sections and it’s accented with a skylight and a large floral arrangement in the center of the room. The walls are lined with banquets for an intimate dining experience. The lower level has two private wine cellars for special occasions. One room has a large selection of red wines in a rack, and the second room has refrigerated white wines. Each room can accommodate between 20 to 25 people for a sit down event.
Philippe Chow, the owner and chef offers traditional Beijing-style cuisine with a contemporary and upscale spin. Philippe’s signature dishes are served in generous portions family-style to provide their guests the opportunity to enjoy a lively and social dining experience. The result is a presentation of complex flavors with a freshness, vitality and modern flair to traditional Chinese cuisine.
Philippe Restaurant has remained a hotspot since it opened in 2005, attracting a steady stream of A-list-celebrities including, Rihanna, Kobe Bryant, Beyonce, Lady Gaga and Oprah. Philippe has received top culinary accolades including, “Best Peking Duck” from the NY Observer and “Best in Chinese” by Zagat.
Philippe offers a variety of dishes from seafood, meat and poultry. The restaurant presents a Chef’s tasting menu with 4 courses served family style with a variety of appetizers. The entré includes one Peking duck and dessert for $85.00
My guest and I began our meal with a lettuce wrap appetizer filled with chicken- the minced chicken and vegetables were combined with hoisin sauce and then wrapped in an iceberg lettuce leaf ($18). I was surprised that the chef didn’t use Romaine lettuce. It was a very light and easy to prepare dish. The hoisin sauce offered a smokey delicately sweet flavor.
Our special dish of the evening was Peking duck for 2 ($75. Mirjona our waiter presented the entire duck and then sliced it our table. The presentation was amazing and was accompanied with a dish of thin home made pancakes and a bowl of hoisin sauce; a dark, rich, paste-like sauce with a spicy-sweet flavor and reddish brown color. It’s normally made from fermented soybeans, vinegar, garlic, sugar, and Chinese spices. The duck melted in our mouths. The duck dish was accompanied by two side dishes of shrimp fried rice ($14). It was a very generous portion and a terrific combination that could be considered a main dish. The steamed mixed vegetable dish was a combination of bean sprouts, carrots, bamboo, bok choy and sugar snap peas ($12). Our meal was accompanied with several glasses of Meiomi Pinot Noir California ($20 a glass)
To top off the evening we ordered Key lime Pie, which was light and creamy with a graham cracker crust ($15), and a dark chocolate layer cake topped with raspberry sauce ($15).
We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience at Philippe restaurant. The modern interpretation of traditional Beijing cuisine was a delightful surprise.
Philippe by Philippe Chow
33 East 60th Street
New York City 10065
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[] | 2016-08-30T20:51:45 | null | 2016-08-30T08:22:49 | One of the most beautiful people in the world- inside and out, Nyle DiMarco is taking the world by storm and using his sudden fame to spread awareness... | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2F66353-2%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Nyle02359-inner2.jpg | en | null | AMERICA’S RISING STAR: NYLE DIMARCO | null | null | resident.com | By:Hillary Latos
Photography by Evan Guttmann | EvanWasHerePhotography.com
One of the most beautiful people in the world- inside and out, Nyle DiMarco is taking the world by storm and using his sudden fame to spread awareness around the world about deaf culture with a mission to improve the lives of deaf people. A native New Yorker, DiMarco was born fourth generation deaf along with his brothers, Neil and Nico- who happens to be a successful DJ. Proving that being deaf is not a disability, Nyle attended Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., the only liberal arts university in the world for the deaf, where he earned a degree in Mathematics. Though he intended to pursue a career as a math professor, he was inspired by his math teacher to challenge his own abilities and not let the perceived notions that being Deaf was a disability hold him back from pursuing his dreams and experiencing adventure. It seemed inevitable that DiMarco would be in the spotlight where he was discovered by America’s Next Top Model from his Instagram account. Not only is he the first deaf contestant in the show’s history, and the second male to ever win, he’s also went on to win Dancing with the Stars with Peta Murgatoryd five months later. He views deafness as an advantage in modeling and dancing because he is accustomed to conveying messages without speaking.
In addition to running the Nyle DiMarco Foundation, Nyle is also starring in the Hulu comedy, Difficult People this year. DiMarco does not consider himself to be disabled by deafness and he sees his media profile as an opportunity to bring awareness to Deaf culture. DiMarco is passionate about literacy, anti-bullying campaigns and advocacy within the Deaf Community and here he sits with Resident to show his personal side while discussing what’s next on his horizon.
How did you get started in the modeling business?
Back in 2007 when I was 18, a Deaf photographer, who is now a close friend, Tate Tullier told me that I should consider pursuing modeling and that he wanted to shoot me. We collaborated but I never considered because I was in school pursuing a BA degree in mathematics. After graduating, ANTM found me and the rest is history.
Did you have an interest in dance while growing up? Were you inspired by your twin brother?
I never danced nor was I inspired by him. I had different interests!
Are you very close with your brothers?
We are very close. I love that we all are different and yet so close.
Tell me a bit about your family and childhood and what it was like being a twin.
My family is full of love. We grew up with our grandparents and to this day, we still feel that this is a complete family. We eat pasta every Wednesday and Sunday. We’re also one loud family. Italians! It is kind of funny because growing up I’ve never felt that I had a twin. We were so different, especially our features, yet so close. Many confuse us as best friends. It’s like living with a best friend growing up... but with a twin... even better!
What do you feel is your strongest sense?
My eyes. I’m visual and super alert. There is a research proving that without being able to hear, you increase your visual ability. It’s like having a power.
Where do you call home these days?
New York City. I was born in Queens.
Do you have any vacation plans?
I just had a weeklong vacation in the Hamptons!
You’ve spent a lot of time in NYC, what are your favorite places?
Central Park where I can run. The High Line where I can enjoy the view. Numero 28 restaurant for their pizza and espresso!
What do you like to do for fun? What is a typical day for you?
I like to play sports. I play basketball when I can. My typical day would be going to gym and for a run... and end it with swimming!
How does it feel to be the champion of 2 reality television shows?
It is amazing. It’s not about me winning but about me now having a voice- a huge platform where I can change Deaf lives. I realize that I might be the only one to win within five months, if not the only one to win both.
Do you have plans to be an actor?
Yes. My friend and I are also writing a series together. I have a feeling it’ll be amazing.
What are some of your favorite tv shows?
I just finished Stranger Things and it is now my favorite show. I freaked out when the entire series felt like a ride in the 80s and the 80s classic films. I never thought I would feel like a kid again. Amazing TV show... I’m obsessed and addicted!
Who has been the most inspirational person to you?
My mother. She raised us singled handedly. My favorite quote from her, “Always be yourself,” because by being myself I am where I am.
If you could get any fashion campaign who would you want to represent? Which celebrity would you most want to work with?
Armani and Gigi Hadid!
You are big on social media and connect with fans around the world what do you think is the next biggest frontier?
I think the next biggest frontier is uniting the world and helping better Deaf lives overseas. Deaf people have it a lot worse outside of the U.S.
What was the memorable comment you have received from a fan?
“I would become Deaf for Nyle.” It’s not strange because I loved it!!
Tell me a little about your foundation and some of the current projects that it is launching and making headway with.
Thank you for asking -- my foundation (NDF) is important to me! Currently we are focusing on Deaf and hard of hearing children and their families. Research shows that the greatest risk to Deaf and hard of hearing children is insufficient exposure to a first language at an early age. From age zero to five our brains are like a sponge, absorbing a great deal of information and acquiring the foundations of language. Our ability to recognize and manipulate the patterns that make up languages—our ability to communicate, to read and write, and to think critically and express ourselves—began with the things that we were exposed to when we were babies. If a baby doesn’t have access to information during that critical time span, then that child will have to play catch up in acquiring language. It’s an uphill battle for the child before even entering kindergarten. It’s not fair. There are 32 million deaf children worldwide, and the vast majority of them aren’t getting the early access and exposure needed for a solid language foundation. The rate of illiteracy is staggering. Our initial efforts will center on empowering families with knowledge and resources on how to give their deaf or hard of hearing child language and literacy. With these critical skills, the sky is the limit for deaf and hard of hearing children.
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[] | 2016-08-26T12:54:38 | null | 2016-08-15T14:26:33 | The quintessential all in one organizer, Travel Org keeps all of your travel essentials conveniently organized and accessible in one place. | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2Ftravel-org-traveling-companion%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/travelorg-orange-s-1.jpg | en | null | The Travel Org- Your traveling companion | null | null | resident.com | The quintessential all in one organizer, Travel Org keeps all of your travel essentials conveniently organized and accessible in one place. Its sleek design coupled with numerous zippered compartments keep every travel essential such as your passport, important documents, money, credit cards, keys, and phone organized to make your trip stress free, especially while going through different checkpoints. Choose from 5 different colors; black, navy, orange, tan, and baby blue, which are are crafted with leather. Each Travel Org comes with 15 pouches, card slots, a zip wallet, and a phone pocket. Your travels will be smooth and hassle free thanks to the Travel Org!
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[] | 2016-08-26T16:48:09 | null | 2016-08-26T15:35:05 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2Fdatemeister-debuts-cougar-cubs-event-iconic-madame-x%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/datemeisterlogo.fw_.jpg | en | null | THE DATEMEISTER® DEBUTS COUGAR & CUBS EVENT AT ICONIC MADAME X | null | null | resident.com | The DateMeister® (Mary Reilly) has dabbled in singles events planning for twenty years when she first joined Match.com in 1996 and reached out to the company and asked if she could host small gatherings in NYC bars for their pioneering members (many of whom were too afraid to even post photos in their online profiles). Ms. Reilly still has the black sweatshirt with the Match.com heart logo on it that the company sent her. Little did anyone know then that Match.com would become the most popular online dating site in the U.S. with both the largest paid user base and an outstanding success rate. “I am a Leo who is driven by my heart; I was never afraid to try new things in my quest—or to facilitate other people finding love”.
A few years later, Mary attended a speed dating event for the first time and approached the two owners afterwards with some marketing and promotional ideas. The owners of NY EasyDates hired her on the spot to be their first event hostess because they were getting burnt out running the events while working full-time jobs. The part-time gig enabled Ms. Reilly to study how singles interact while meeting men herself. Fast forward to 2015, a year after she kicked out her long-term boyfriend of nine years, and Mary is now The DateMeister®, a dating expert, and is co-authoring a book with Dr. Martin Kelly entitled “Date Defensively: How To Know When To Get Off At The Next Exit”. The book will help readers identify the red flags of whether or not their date may be personality disordered and help prevent heartache, abuse or divorce. “I ignored a lot of the warning signs that my ex had Narcissistic Personality Disorder because I wanted it too much”, states Mary Reilly, The DateMeister®.
So why host Cougars and Cubs events instead of just singles parties for people over 40? We live in a society that assumes the worst and is too judgmental; ever since Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher there have been jokes about younger men seeking money or professional gain, and lonely older women seeking all night sex. “I have interviewed older women and younger men who have met through work, family and friends, or travelling, and the relationship happened because there was a real connection. Many of the women that I spoke to are now in their 60s and 70s and told me that their best relationships and marriages were with men who were ten to twenty years younger”. These women did not “pay to play” but enjoyed partnerships that blossomed, in large part, because neither party was looking for outcomes (e.g., marriage or children). Older women, like The DateMeister® herself (who is 53) are tired of men their own age who either have too little energy or too much baggage or are bitter. Conversely, younger men who are not yet ready to settle down, grow tired of women their own age pressuring them for an engagement ring in the first year or two of dating.
The magic of a mixed-age relationship happens because two people are living in the present and developing real intimacy because they are not focused solely on the future. “It’s really refreshing and liberating,” says Ms. Reilly who has had a few dates and flings with younger men who appreciated her wisdom and were very respectful. Mary tells women over 40 to just lighten up and go out and have fun; no one has to fling—you can just flirt. Since she is mindful that some older women may be embarrassed to attend a Cougars and Cubs event, neither Madame X nor The DateMeister® will be taking photographs of event attendees and posting them on social media.
The DateMeister®’s Debut Cougars and Cubs Party will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 pm on Friday, September 30, 2016 at Madame X Bar and Lounge, 94 West Houston Street (between LaGuardia and Thompson), NYC. Tickets may be purchased at www.thedatemeistercougarsandcubsevent.eventbrite.com. Older women should be 40+ years old and men between the ages of 21-39 years old. In keeping with The DateMeister®’s mission to remain open to all opportunities for love, this will enable women in their early to mid-40s to meet a younger man who may only be a few years younger as well. | http://resident.com/datemeister-debuts-cougar-cubs-event-iconic-madame-x/ | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | resident.com/e5fb33404d8411c957d79bd0cb5e61c8552f8dc1a9a66e7e4e9f49b92cb6ab6d.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T14:51:23 | null | 2016-08-30T14:25:22 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2Fus-polo-association-promotional-videos%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/US-Polo-Assn..jpg | en | null | US Polo Association Promotional Videos | null | null | resident.com | US Polo Assn. is one of our sponsors for our upcoming events this September 2016.
Here are some promotional videos showcasing their love for the sport and their stylish apparel.
US Polo Assn. Promotional Video 1 from michael travin on Vimeo.
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[] | 2016-08-29T16:50:28 | null | 2016-08-29T15:33:35 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fresident.com%2Frepresenting-new-vanguard-architecture-design%2F.json | http://resident.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/John-Patrick-ABOVE-THE-FOLD-portrait-credit-Rafael-Gamo-copy.jpg | en | null | Representing a New Vanguard in Architecture and Design | null | null | resident.com | By Nathaniel Goehring.
As an audacious, young go-getter at prestigious architecture firms in New York, Rotterdam and Copenhagen, John Patrick was conceptualizing a talent agency for the built environment. Founded in New York in 2012 and now based in Detroit, ABOVE THE FOLD occupies a new niche for culture, real estate and hospitality.
Whereas similar creative agencies in the realms of art, entertainment and fashion starting booming in the ’90s and ’00s, John Patrick suggests that similar models for architecture have been slow to develop momentum because it moves at a slower pace than other art forms. The idea, he said, “is to represent and bring together the very best in the industry, across disciplines and across project types.” ABOVE THE FOLD’s roster includes firms that specialize in a variety of project types from interiors to the design of large-scale museums, parks and mixed-use buildings.
The founder refers to The Principle of Professional Practice published in 1909, which stated, “The profession of architecture calls for men of the highest integrity, business capacity and artistic ability.” A futurist at heart, John Patrick believes his roster reflects this mark of aptitude and promise; his roster includes a mix of rising stars and strong designers who have been running boutique firms for decades — Edwin Chan, Jane Sachs, Kulapat Yantrasast, Laura Foxman, Matt Rossetti, Michael K Chen, Mun Summ Wong, Paul Aferiat, Peter Stamberg, Preston Scott Cohen, and Richard Hassell—and focuses on connecting them to clients, the media and new collaborators.
“I enjoy the process of understanding a client, their vision and needs, then pairing them with designers who can elevate their intentions,” says John Patrick. But his work doesn’t stop there, as he does not shy away from seeing projects evolve. The agency also then collaborates on public relations, special events, strategic communications and the photography of projects.
In recent months, ABOVE THE FOLD has started working with the Singapore-based firm WOHA, whose GARDEN CITY MEGA CITY exhibition is on view at The Skyscraper Museum and a new book release in June. Often traveling between Detroit and New York, John Patrick notes that the agency’s roster continues to expand; a firm on Architectural Digest’s AD100 list, a first for him, recently signed and the agency is representing ROSSETTI, one of the leading sports and entertainment design firms in the world.
While the careers and exposure of the agency’s roster continues to rise, John Patrick reflects on his latest mission: Detroit. “Here we have the opportunity to employ the very best talent, both emerging and established, to reinvent a city. Status quo simply will not do,” he says. Turning 30 in June, having already realized his first dream to found ABOVE THE FOLD, there is little reason to doubt that the future might lead him there. | http://resident.com/representing-new-vanguard-architecture-design/ | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | resident.com/617ee545ec41a855b402372f5db2cad0ad7a5d1c5e8c089493d52bf36aa20fb8.json |
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[] | 2016-08-26T13:01:29 | null | 2016-08-25T22:00:48 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F25%2Fjury-gm-cars-ignition-switch-not-blame-fatal-crash%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/wp-content/themes/hamodia/favicon.png | en | null | Jury: GM car's Ignition Switch Not to Blame in Fatal Crash | null | null | hamodia.com | Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 10:00 pm |
HOUSTON (AP) - A Texas jury on Thursday found that a General Motors Co. ignition switch was not to blame for a 2011 accident that killed one driver and injured another, handing the carmaker its third courtroom win this year in a series of trials designed to help attorneys settle dozens of similar claims.
The jury deliberated less than two hours in reaching its verdict in a trial that began Aug. 9.
Zachary Stevens and his parents had sued GM, claiming a faulty ignition switch in Stevens’ Saturn Sky jostled off, causing him to lose control of his car and hit another vehicle, killing its driver. Stevens’ attorneys say he suffered a traumatic brain injury and a skull fracture in the accident.
The switches can slip out of the on position, causing the cars to stall, knocking out power steering and turning off air bags. GM says it has fixed the problem.
Josh Davis, Stevens’ attorney, said that while his client never hid the fact that he was speeding before the accident, Stevens and his family still maintain the ignition switch was the main cause.
“It’s obviously very disappointing,” Davis said after the verdict. He had asked jurors to award the Stevens family more than $14.5 million.
Attorneys for GM told jurors in Houston the accident was caused by Stevens’ reckless speeding on a rain-slick road.
“As a result, an innocent man was killed. The accident had nothing to do with either General Motors or the ignition switch,” GM spokesman Jim Cain said in a statement after the verdict.
Stevens, who was 19 at the time, had been driving westbound on a road northeast of Houston near the town of New Caney when his car began to act erratically and he was unable to control it, according to his attorneys. Stevens’ car hit a guardrail and went into the eastbound lane, where it struck a vehicle driven by Mariano Landaverde, who died at the scene. Landaverde’s family had also been part of the lawsuit but settled out of court with GM.
In a videotaped deposition played for jurors earlier in the trial, GM Chief Executive Officer Mary Barra said the automaker failed to designate the flawed ignition switch as a safety concern, instead misdiagnosing the problem as a customer satisfaction issue.
Stevens was charged with manslaughter, but a grand jury declined to indict and the charges were eventually dropped after GM began its recall related to the ignition switch.
In 2014, GM recalled 2.6 million older small cars worldwide to replace the faulty switches. Those included the Saturn Sky, as well as the Chevrolet Cobalt and others. GM also reviewed a backlog of safety problems and ordered a record 84 recalls that year covering more than 30 million vehicles, including 27 million in the U.S.
GM won two other ignition cases tried earlier this year.
In January, a trial in New York ended abruptly after the judge raised questions about the plaintiff’s truthfulness. In March, a New York jury found that an ignition switch was not to blame in a 2014 accident on an icy New Orleans bridge.
These cases have been part of a series of bellwether trials that are testing the legal boundaries of hundreds of claims remaining against GM.
In September, GM announced it had settled 1,385 death and injury cases for $275 million and a class-action shareholders’ lawsuit for $300 million.
The company paid nearly $600 million to settle 399 claims made to a fund it established. Those claims covered 124 deaths and 275 injuries. GM’s fund rejected more than 90 percent of the 4,343 claims it received, according to figures the company released in December.
After Thursday’s verdict, several jurors said that while they were upset about GM’s failure to let consumers know about the ignition switch problems sooner, they didn’t see any proof in this case that the switch was at fault.
“I held my nose and I did my job,” said Walter Kimble, 58, one of the jurors. “I wanted so desperately to make that young man a millionaire, but they didn’t give me anything I could work with.” | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/25/jury-gm-cars-ignition-switch-not-blame-fatal-crash/ | en | 2016-08-25T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/04389f5316080028361a9734111ec204c376cbb00bc4c582d95f6324c7fedd0f.json |
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BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. (AP) - Police have rescued two people who jumped into the Hudson River north of New York City after their boat caught fire.
The man and woman were rescued at about 5:30 p.m. Saturday from the waters off suburban Westchester County.
Westchester County marine unit officers were on patrol when they spotted black smoke coming from an 18-foot power boat.
Police say two people jumped from the burning vessel into the river as the officers approached.
The officers pulled the man and woman into their police boat. Police say neither was wearing a life jacket. Their names were not released.
Police and firefighters extinguished the fire.
The boat caught fire near the village of Briarcliff Manor, about 30 miles north of New York City. It was towed from the scene. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/27/police-pull-two-nys-hudson-river-boat-catches-fire/ | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/476978449b00f46efad238894410aed512da19c5fa8d8a23211315fe18b52a3e.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T22:49:44 | null | 2016-08-29T17:15:26 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F29%2Fclinton-proposes-plan-address-mental-health-treatment%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/wp-content/themes/hamodia/favicon.png | en | null | Clinton Proposes Plan to Address Mental-Health Treatment | null | null | hamodia.com | Monday, August 29, 2016 at 5:15 pm |
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) - Hillary Clinton rolled out a comprehensive plan to address millions of Americans coping with mental illness, pointing to the need to fully integrate mental health services into the nation’s health care system.
Clinton’s campaign released a multi-pronged approach to mental health care on Monday, aimed at ensuring that Americans would no longer separate mental health from physical health in terms of access, care and quality of treatment.
“We’ve got to break through and break down the stigma and shame. We’ve got to make clear that mental health is not a personal failing. Right now it’s our country which is failing people with mental health issues,” she said.
The Democratic presidential nominee’s agenda would focus on early diagnosis and intervention and create a national initiative for suicide prevention. If elected, Clinton would hold a White House conference on mental health within her first year in office.
Clinton’s proposal would also aim to enforce mental health parity laws and provide training to law enforcement officers to deal with people grappling with mental health problems while prioritizing treatment over jail for low-level offenders.
The former secretary of state held a town hall meeting by telephone with stakeholders on Monday during a three-day fundraising spree in the Hamptons on New York’s Long Island. The policy rollout would overlap with a Clinton plan to address addiction which she campaigned on in Iowa and New Hampshire after hearing frequently about the problems from voters.
Clinton noted that people were taking their lives at the highest levels in years and people were dying from connected health conditions that “too often go undetected and untreated.” She said during the campaign “it has seemed like a floodgate has opened” from parents, students, veterans and others sharing their stories of mental health problems.
The federal government estimated in 2014 that about 43.6 million adults in the U.S. had mental illness in the past year, or about 1 in 5 adults age 18 and over. It estimated nearly 10 million adults suffered from serious mental illness.
An estimated 17 million children in the U.S. experience mental health problems, including 1 in 5 college students, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Nearly 1 in 5 veterans returning from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan experienced post-traumatic stress or depression.
Clinton’s campaign said the plan would attempt to integrate the nation’s health care system to create a more seamless way of providing both medical and mental health treatment to patients.
It would expand the reimbursement systems for collaborative care models under Medicare and Medicaid that aim to treat patients through a team of health care professionals, including a primary care doctor, a care manager and a behavioral health specialist.
It would also be helped by a Clinton proposal to boost funding for community health centers that she announced earlier in the summer along with Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, her primary rival.
Money for the centers, a priority for Sanders, was increased under the Affordable Care Act. Clinton’s plan would make the money for the centers permanent and expand it by $40 billion over the next decade. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/29/clinton-proposes-plan-address-mental-health-treatment/ | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/344f1d3c1810b9ffd88439628473f51f6e3f3e572b182c9c5b2bce738967ede6.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T00:49:40 | null | 2016-08-29T20:20:22 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F29%2Fmezuzah-world-war-ii-dog-tags-jewish-vet-found-66-returned%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/wp-content/themes/hamodia/favicon.png | en | null | Mezuzah, World War II Dog Tags of Jewish Vet, Found in ’66, Returned | null | null | hamodia.com | Monday, August 29, 2016 at 8:20 pm |
ALBANY (AP) - It took 50 years for a Long Island woman to finally complete her quest to return a Jewish World War II veteran’s lost mezuzah and dog tags she found on a Queens beach.
Laurie Lubin of Bellmore began her search by poring over phone books in the 1960s and continued into the internet era. She recently hit pay dirt when she learned that one of the veteran’s daughters lives just a few miles away in Queens.
Lubin’s quest to find Brooklyn native Irving Isaacs began in the summer of ’66 when she was about to turn 14. One day at Rockaway Beach, she spotted something shiny in the sand: a pair of dog tags on a metal chain, along with a small metal mezuzah, which some Jewish servicemen attached to their tags. She knew immediately what the items were because her father still had his own mezuzah-accessorized dog tags from serving in the Army during World War II.
Lubin took the dog tags home and tried to find Isaacs’s name in New York City phone books, but was unsuccessful. During the decades that followed, Lubin would periodically resume her mission to track down Isaacs, only to keep hitting a dead end. Her obsession with finding him became a running joke in her family.
Last February, she read an Associated Press story about an Indiana soldier’s World War II dog tag being returned to his family after it was found on the Pacific island of Saipan.
She contacted the AP, which led to the news agency’s Randy Herschaft, an investigative researcher based in Manhattan, digging up information on two World War II U.S. Army veterans from New York named Irving Isaacs. One had changed his name after the war and moved to California, where he died in 1994. The other had remained in New York until his death in 1992.
Lubin tracked down a daughter of the veteran who died in California. She confirmed to Lubin that her father had been born Irving Isaacs in New York, but had changed his name after the war. Based on that information, Lubin mailed the dog tags to her in late July. Soon afterward, she learned from Herschaft that his review of military and civilian records of the two men determined the dog tags actually belonged to the Irving Isaacs who stayed in New York.
After being notified of the mistake, the woman in California mailed the tags back to Lubin.
Disappointed, but still determined to find the family of the right Irving Isaacs, Lubin then used newly obtained information by Herschaft to contact Audrey Berk, one of the New York Isaacs’s two daughters.
Lubin, 64, phoned Berk earlier this month with the news that she had found her father’s World War II dog tags.
“I was shocked,” said Berk, 66. “Then we started talking and I know her family, which is even more shocking.”
It turned out Berk lived in the same Queens apartment complex as Lubin’s husband’s ex-wife and children. Berk has long known the Lubin family, but had never meet Laurie. The two women met for the first time last week Monday at a restaurant near Lubin’s home. Lubin handed over the dog tags to a flabbergasted Berk.
“It was just amazing. I was speechless,” said Berk, who plans to send one of the tags to her sister, Joanne Isaacs, of Flagstaff, Arizona.
For Lubin’s part, she’s glad she stuck to it all those years.
“I’m just so happy to return it to them,” she said. “It’s bashert.” | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/29/mezuzah-world-war-ii-dog-tags-jewish-vet-found-66-returned/ | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/843124278690b3e8a9b5f886379602f31e8203610dd8d90c08d1785b3b78a24d.json |
[
"Dro Halavy"
] | 2016-08-31T14:50:26 | null | 2016-08-31T09:49:25 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F31%2Frenters-landlords-raise-rent-can-expect-visit-tax-man%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/06/Kahlon-Says-No-to-Gambling-300x200.jpg | en | null | Renters: Landlords Who Raise Rent Can Expect Visit From the Tax Man | null | null | hamodia.com | Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 9:49 am |
Finance Minister Moshe Kachlon. (Noam Revkin-Fenton/Flash90)
YERUSHALAYIM - Owners of multiple apartments who are to be subject to a new tax that will require them to pay a hefty amount to the government are threatening to raise rents – and tenants are not taking the threats lying down. In a letter to Finance Minister Moshe Kachlon, a group representing tens of thousands of tenants said that they would take steps against those who tried to raise rents – like informing the tax authorities of their landlord’s new windfall.
Beginning January 1st, Israelis who own more than two apartments will pay a special tax, if Kachlon has his way. Under his proposal, landlords will pay a 1 percent tax per month on the assessed value of each home or apartment they own, beginning with the third property, up to a limit of NIS 1,500 per month, a total of NIS 18,000 a year. As the average value of homes in most cities is more than NIS 1.5 million, it is expected that most of the Israelis who will have to pay the tax will pay the full amount.
The rule is expected to affect 50,000 people, who own a total of 180,000 homes. The value of the home will be determined by a government-certified assessor, based on home value data supplied by the Central Bureau of Statistics for each geographical area.
Kachlon and others in the Ministry supporting the tax believe that the rental market is big enough to absorb the tax without leading to rent increases, but recent media reports have quoted apartment owners who will be subject to the tax as saying that they will “be forced” to increase rents. But leaders of the Renters Committee, a nationwide group that represents renters all over the country, said they will not buckle before the threats of landlords.
In the letter to Kachlon, the group said that any landlord who raises the rent will find themselves reported to tax authorities, who will no doubt be curious as to how the landlord plans to use the extra money they earn, and if they have paid taxes on it. As many landlords, the group believes, do not pay taxes on rental income at all, the threat of reporting should be sufficient to keep rents in check.
Kachlon’s office has not responded to the letter. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/31/renters-landlords-raise-rent-can-expect-visit-tax-man/ | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/caf2062bf0fd8790ba00f76fa896cbbafd47a4ccfbc49ef3113ebce5c5cb8c13.json |
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"Rabbi Avi Shafran"
] | 2016-08-30T18:49:53 | null | 2016-08-30T14:46:11 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Funrighteous-indignation%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/wp-content/themes/hamodia/favicon.png | en | null | Unrighteous Indignation | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 2:46 pm |
And here, all this time, we thought Auschwitz was a Polish death camp.
It was, of course, at least in the sense that it was a place in Poland where upward of a million souls, the vast majority of them Jewish, perished at the hands of ruthless, evil murderers.
The camp, though, was built and operated by Germans, a fact that has brought Polish authorities to protest when the camp is labeled “Polish.”
In 2012, for instance, President Obama raised hackles when, awarding a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom to a Polish resistance fighter, he referred to a “Polish death camp.” He later apologized, saying he should have used the term “Nazi death camp in German-occupied Poland.”
Earlier this month, the Polish government approved a new bill mandating fines and even, in some cases, prison terms of up to three years for anyone who uses phrases like “Polish death camps” to refer to Nazi camps on Polish soil.
While threatening penalties for using a particular phrase is an act of dubious wisdom or worth, the Polish protesters have history on their side… at least with regard to who owned and operated the death camps on Polish soil. Germans, not Poles, ran Auschwitz, Treblinka and other death camps, where more than three million Jews died; Poland was an occupied country at the time.
But the indignation isn’t righteous. At least not unless it includes an important caveat; an admission that many Poles themselves were no mere bystanders to the Holocaust.
Some Polish officials are trying to obscure that truth. “It wasn’t our mothers, nor our fathers, who are responsible for the crimes of the Holocaust, which were committed by German and Nazi criminals on occupied Polish territory,” asserts Zbignew Ziobro, the Polish justice minister.
But the justice minister does truth an injustice. In implementing their genocidal program, German forces drew upon all-too-eager-to-help Polish police forces and railroad personnel, who guarded ghettos and helped deport Jews to the killing centers. Individual Poles often pitched in, identifying and hunting down Jews in hiding and then actively participating in the plunder of Jewish property.
In his book The Coming of the Holocaust: From Antisemitism to Genocide, University of California, Santa Cruz Professor Peter Kenez described Poles of German ethnicity as “[welcoming] the [Nazi] conquerors with enthusiasm.”
Nor were ethnic Poles unhappy at the prospect of helping the invaders rid their country of Jews.
History Professor Jan T. Gross, who was born in Poland to a Polish mother and Jewish father, published Neighbors in 2001, in which he documented that atrocities long blamed on Nazi officials were in fact carried out by local Polish civilians.
Like the massacre of the Jews of Jedwabne in July 1941. Mere weeks after Nazi forces gained control of the town, its Polish mayor, Marian Karolak, and local Nazi officials gave orders to round up the town’s Jews — both long-term residents as well as Jews who were sheltering there. Some Jews were hunted down and gleefully killed by the town’s residents with clubs, axes and knives. Most were herded into a barn, emptied out for the purpose and set afire, killing all inside.
There were also Poles, of course, who helped Jews, even risking their own lives to do so. Yad Vashem has recognized more than 6,000 of them as “Righteous Among the Nations” for rescuing Jews, more than from any other country.
But the norm, sadly, was that Polish citizens were more likely than not to turn against their Jewish neighbors when circumstances permitted. There are numerous personal accounts of such hatred leading to murder. It lasted throughout the war, and beyond it.
The Polish town of Kielce was home to about 24,000 Jews before World War II, and the number swelled considerably during the war, as German officials forced Jews from other towns and countries to enter the ghetto established there. By August 1944, all but a few hundred Jews who were kept alive as slave workers there had been murdered.
You may know the rest of the story. After the war, about 150 Jewish survivors returned to Kielce. Slowly, they began to rebuild their lives, establishing a shul and an orphanage. On July 4, 1946, the town’s non-Jewish inhabitants started a blood libel, falsely accusing the Jews of kidnapping a Christian child. A mob descended on the Jews and, as police and soldiers stood by and watched, the local Poles viciously murdered 42 innocent Jewish Holocaust survivors and injured scores more.
If you drive down Bathurst Street in Toronto, you might notice a shul called Kielcer Congregation, presumably established by survivors of the war and pogrom, or by others in their memory.
And if you drive about a mile south, you’ll reach Eglinton Street, off of which my dear in-laws live. My father-in-law, Reb Yisroel Yitzchok Cohen, may he be well, is an alumnus of a number of concentration camps, including the Polish — sorry, “German on occupied Polish territory” — one called Auschwitz. At war’s end, he emerged, barely, and managed to find his way back to his Polish hometown of Lodz. He had heard that his younger sister Mirel (whose memory is carried in the second name of my wife), had also survived the war and had returned there.
He discovered that Mirel had indeed reached Lodz. And that one day she and several other girls had, soon after their arrival, visited the local Jewish cemetery to find the graves of relatives who had died in the Lodz ghetto. The girls split up and made up to meet at the cemetery entrance. All did, except for Mirel. Having survived the war and made her way “home,” she had been murdered by an unknown assailant among the graves.
Before that was known, the other girls went to the police to report the missing person. The response they received was, “What is your worry? So there will be one Jewess less in Poland.” | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/unrighteous-indignation/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/87eb00e87f8e80e7db873b695e33130adb03361e8e8961d37359212f81c748dc.json |
[
"Yoni Weiss"
] | 2016-08-31T10:50:12 | null | 2016-08-31T06:16:54 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F31%2Fnypd-3-people-dead-9-injured-long-island-expressway-crash%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/IMG-20160831-WA0008-300x169.jpg | en | null | NYPD: 3 People Dead, 9 Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash | null | null | hamodia.com | Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 6:16 am |
A crashed car at the horrific accident on the LIE, early Wednesday.
In a major accident during Wednesday morning’s commute, multiple vehicles crashed on the Long Island Expressway (LIE ), leaving several people dead and others injured, NYPD said.
Three people were pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. Nine others were injured; two of them critically and two more in a serious but stable condition. The other five people suffered minor injuries. One of the critically injured victims, in cardiac arrest, was taken to Elmhurst Hospital, as was the other person who was critically injured.
Traffic was backed up for miles after the accident in the eastbound lanes of the expressway in Maspeth, Queens. All lanes were closed between the 48th Street and Maurice Avenue exits. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/31/nypd-3-people-dead-9-injured-long-island-expressway-crash/ | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/35c520ff815e2c03c3afe8a53d4738783aed6257d86a9399e6ad9e501d1d97e3.json |
[
"Senator Simcha Felder"
] | 2016-08-31T00:50:07 | null | 2016-08-30T20:44:09 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Fusing-environment-weapon%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/Felder-300x225.jpg | en | null | Using the Environment as a Weapon | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 8:44 pm |
State Sen. Simcha Felder (L) surrounded by other state legislators, at a press conference earlier this year against the New York City bag fee. (Yosef Caldwell/Hamodia)
In his book Up From Liberalism, William F. Buckley illustrated how the leading liberals of his day, in their speeches and statements and the premises that underlined their words and actions, clearly suffered from obvious social and philosophical prejudices. And that was only the 1950s. Over the last half century, left-leaning progressive liberals have lived down to Mr. Buckley’s expectations.
Part of their game is name calling. Another part is painting their opponents (i.e., anyone who disagrees with them) with a broad brush, putting words in their mouths and, ultimately, using misdirection in an attempt to create a false image of what their opponents stand for.
My recent run-in with these charlatans resulted from my taking a stance on the Bag Tax. As many of you will no doubt recall, the City Council — under the guise of an environmental initiative — attempted to force a nickel tax on every carry-out bag in the city. Why not a dime? Or a quarter? Because they didn’t think they’d get away with it. Yet. So the nickel tax (for now) was acceptable to the mayor and enough members of the council. But it wasn’t acceptable to New Yorkers. And it certainly wasn’t acceptable to my constituents, who made their voices loud and clear. Many of my colleagues, who also represent residents throughout the five boroughs, heard the same objections and joined me in the fight.
Does this mean most members of the Senate and the Assembly want to hurt the environment? No one in their right mind really thinks that. We all care about the planet and want to be good stewards. We simply saw through the ruse that pretended that adding yet another regressive tax to New Yorkers would help the environment. We understood that the Bag Tax was no different than a BIG Soda ban in its pomposity and pretentiousness.
My efforts had several results. The first was an overwhelming victory in the Senate for our anti-Bag Tax legislation, and an anticipated victory in the Assembly that forced the City Council to postpone the tax, which was slated for October, so it could be revisited next year.
The second result was the “Oil Slick Award,” which an environmentalist group has now bestowed upon me with all the public fanfare that the not-for-profit organization could muster. Each year, the Oil Slick Award — an insult of the highest order when hurled by those on the far left — is reserved for the legislator this group hates most. I’m told no one else even came close.
So I am pleased to accept this award. And I do so on behalf of all New Yorkers who care about the environment as much as anyone else, but won’t be fooled by hidden agendas that are, let’s be honest, the farthest thing from Green. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/using-environment-weapon/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/62f28750a237bada74ab2c2fdfea2e98d5fc54df0d60f76d975eea42b632750f.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T08:49:43 | null | 2016-08-30T04:26:39 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Ffrench-government-wants-eu-to-stop-trade-talks-with-u-s%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/07/BRITAIN-EU-MAY-200x300.jpg | en | null | French Government Wants EU to Stop Trade Talks With U.S. | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 4:26 am |
British, European and French flags at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France. (Reuters/Philippe Wojazer)
PARIS (AP) - France’s trade chief says he wants to ask the European Union to end talks with the U.S. on forging a sweeping trade deal that his socialist government sees as too friendly to U.S. business.
Matthias Fekl, France’s secretary of state for foreign trade, said Tuesday on RMC radio that “we need a clear, clean, definitive stop” to the negotiations on a proposed Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership. He said talks could resume if wider EU-U.S. trade relations improved.
Accusing the American side of offering “just crumbs,” Fekl said France would ask the European Commission to halt the talks at a trade ministers meeting in Slovakia next month.
Germany’s economy minister said Sunday that negotiations have effectively collapsed, but a U.S. trade official said they’re making steady progress. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/french-government-wants-eu-to-stop-trade-talks-with-u-s/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/f31c42874c12359c5b192afef0224dbfbda6072d84c2d59b12a68ddb0e273ac2.json |
[
"Shimon B. Lifkin"
] | 2016-08-28T20:49:05 | null | 2016-08-28T16:24:29 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F28%2Fmoodys-frowns-spending-plus-tax-cuts%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/wp-content/themes/hamodia/favicon.png | en | null | Moody’s Frowns on Spending Plus Tax Cuts | null | null | hamodia.com | Sunday, August 28, 2016 at 4:24 pm |
YERUSHALAYIM - The Moody’s rating agency has turned out more dubious than it seemed at first about the health of Israel’s economy in its latest reports.
Moody’s analysts were critical of the new 2017-2018 budget, which projects twice as much spending as initially planned, along with tax cuts that could swell the debt ratio, Globes reported on Sunday.
In a preliminary report, it had been more upbeat, and upheld Israel’s A+ rating. But that was released while budget debates were still taking place. The full report reflected the final budget framework, and it was less favorable, taking Israeli politicians to task for undue reliance on increased tax revenues resulting from higher private consumption, which it cautioned was only a temporary development.
Debt ratio is a crucial factor in determining a nation’s credit rating. Standard and Poor’s explained that its decision to lower Mexico’s rating last week was based on a combination of disappointing growth and an increase in Mexico’s ratio of government debt to GDP to 46.8 percent. The rating change precipitated a sharp downturn in the value of the country’s currency and its stock exchange also plunged.
Mexico’s S&P rating is now BBB+, three lower than Israel, whose rating is A+. This, despite the fact that Israel’s current debt ratio is 63.9 percent of GDP. However, Israel’s debt situation has been mending, after it fell significantly in 2015, and is expected to continue falling in 2016, for the 14th consecutive year (other than a one-time rise in 2009). Combined with other positive indicators, Moody’s justified the A+ rating. Subsequent comments suggest that Israeli politicians will be under pressure to be spending less in the future.
The Ministry of Finance on Sunday seemed unworried by the appraisal. It said that Moody’s analysis had nothing new to say about reversing the downtrend in the ratio of debt to GDP, and emphasized Israel’s high marks in a number of parameters, including economic and institutional power. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/28/moodys-frowns-spending-plus-tax-cuts/ | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/5bcb0b78c0a3e7c8f5f96f4edefd41c7123499d9d1cefe6bbd62dda2a3667f4f.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T10:50:14 | null | 2016-08-31T05:12:14 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F31%2Fasian-stocks-ease-ahead-u-s-jobs-data%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/01/CHINA-STOCKS-CLOSE-3-300x185.jpg | en | null | Asian Stocks Ease Ahead of U.S. Jobs Data | null | null | hamodia.com | Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 5:12 am |
Investors look at an electronic screen showing the stock information at a brokerage house in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China. (Reuters/Stringer)
SINGAPORE/TOKYO (Reuters) - Asian stocks eased on Wednesday following modest losses on Wall Street, with investors awaiting U.S. jobs numbers for further clues to whether the Federal Reserve will raise rates as soon as September.
The growing possibility for an imminent rate hike lifted the dollar against major currencies such as the yen.
Europe is also poised for slight declines, with financial spread-betters expecting Britain’s FTSE 100, Germany’s DAX and France’s CAC 40 to all open down 0.2 percent.
MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was down 0.35 percent as traders awaited August U.S. non-farm payrolls due on Friday after a run of strong economic data and hawkish comments from Fed officials. The index still remains on track for a 1.7 percent gain in August.
“The potential for the Fed to gradually lead international central banks out of the current stimulus phase is making investors wary about pushing stocks up to higher valuations,” Ric Spooner, chief market analyst at CMC Markets in Sydney, wrote in a note.
Japan’s Nikkei stock index ended the day 1 percent higher, up 1.9 percent for the month, boosted by a weaker yen after upbeat U.S. data lifted the dollar overnight. Sluggish domestic data that increased the prospect of further easing by the Bank of Japan also supported stocks.
Japanese industrial output was flat in July from June, data showed earlier on Wednesday, underscoring fragility in factory activity and falling short of economists’ median forecast for a 0.8 percent rise.
But on Tuesday, data showed July household spending fell less than expected and the jobless rate hit a two-decade low, offering some hope for policymakers.
Bank of Japan board member Yukitoshi Funo said on Wednesday the central bank would make full use of its existing policy tools to move the country away from its “deflationary mindset.”
“While the latest string of Japanese data has been decent, with the jobless rate improving and retail sales rising strongly in July, Japanese officials are clearly still frustrated with the weak growth in the economy,” said Kathy Lien, managing director of FX strategy at BK Asset Management.
Chinese shares rose, with the CSI 300 index gaining 0.4 percent and the Shanghai Composite up 0.2 percent. They are on track for gains of 3.8 percent and 3.4 percent for the month, respectively.
Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index was up almost 0.1 percent, poised to end August 5.1 percent higher.
The dollar was steady at 103.05 yen after rising as high as 103.135 yen overnight, its strongest since July 29. It was up 0.9 percent for the month.
If the U.S. currency breaks 103.50 yen, its next stop would be 104, Lien wrote in a note.
The dollar index, which tracks the greenback against a basket of six major counterparts, was flat at 96.012, remaining near its overnight top of 96.143, its highest since early August. It was on track to rise 0.5 percent for the month.
The euro inched up less than 0.1 percent to $1.11485, down 0.2 percent for August.
On Wall Street on Tuesday, markets logged losses, dragged down by shares of Apple Inc. after antitrust regulators ordered the company to pay about $14.5 billion in back taxes to the Irish government.
The S&P 500 fell for the fourth time in five sessions, but was still within 1 percent of its record closing high set earlier this month.
The losses were capped by gains in financials, whose margins benefit from higher interest rates.
Friday’s U.S. jobs report is expected to show employers added 180,000 jobs in August, according to the median estimate of 89 economists polled by Reuters.
Fed Vice Chairman Stanley Fischer said in an interview on Tuesday that the job market is nearly at full strength and the pace of interest rate increases will depend on how well the economy is doing.
As of Tuesday, markets were pricing in a 24 percent chance of a U.S. rate hike next month, according to CME Group’s FedWatch tool. That probability would rise if the jobless figures are stronger than expected, showing U.S. employers continued their strong pace of hiring seen in recent months.
U.S. consumer confidence rose to an 11-month high in August, with households more upbeat about the labor market, data showed overnight.
Crude oil futures continued to slip after ending down for a second straight day on worries of oversupply and a strong dollar.
Brent crude slipped 0.1 percent to $48.32 per barrel after shedding 1.8 percent on Tuesday, but remains on track for a 13.7 percent gain in August.
U.S. crude was down 0.15 percent at $46.28 after losing 1.3 percent overnight. It is set to end the month 11.3 percent higher.
Spot gold edged up 0.2 percent to $1,313.26 an ounce after tumbling to as low as $1,308.65 on Tuesday, its lowest since late June, pressured by the stronger dollar and growing expectations of higher U.S. rates. It is headed for a 2.8 percent decline in August. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/31/asian-stocks-ease-ahead-u-s-jobs-data/ | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/aa691ddedf47dfaa7e8a3febc8e5f13fe25c8045b0073886077b565808d609bb.json |
[] | 2016-08-28T20:49:01 | null | 2016-08-28T16:02:40 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F28%2Fdallas-police-squelch-critics-questions-sniper-attack%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/AP16241512982083-300x211.jpg | en | null | Dallas Police Squelch Critics, Questions About Sniper Attack | null | null | hamodia.com | Sunday, August 28, 2016 at 4:02 pm |
In this July 8, 2016, photo, Dallas police chief David Brown, front, and Dallas mayor Mike Rawlings, rear, talk with the media during a news conference in Dallas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)
DALLAS (AP) - The day after five Dallas officers were killed by a sniper, the city’s police chief described the men as “guardians” of democracy, praising them for protecting the freedom to protest at a large demonstration against police brutality.
President Barack Obama later eulogized the slain officers, saying they died while defending essential constitutional rights.
But nearly two months after the shootings, Dallas police have moved to silence critics and squelch lingering questions about the attack. Officers in riot gear have been told to ticket protesters who block or disrupt traffic, and Police Chief David Brown has refused to meet with demonstrators unless they agree to end their marches through downtown, which he says pose a threat to officers.
Authorities have also refused to release even the most basic information about the slayings, including any details about the weapons used, the autopsy findings and ballistics tests that could establish whether any officers were hit by friendly fire. Police have indicated that such information could be withheld almost indefinitely.
In addition, the police department’s most vocal, visible critic — a 27-year-old self-styled preacher with a criminal history — has been arrested multiple times in the last month on warrants that include unpaid traffic tickets and attempts to revoke his probation from a 2009 felony. On Friday, Dominique Alexander was ordered to prison.
“Why all of a sudden are we the target?” asked Damon Crenshaw, vice president of the Next Generation Action Network, which organized the July 7 protest. “We’re not protesting because we’re mad at them. We’re protesting because the problems still exist and they won’t talk to us.”
Crenshaw said Alexander was targeted because of his protest activities and that the shooter, Micah Johnson, was not affiliated with their group.
Dominique Alexander in his apartment in Dallas on Thursday. (AP Photo/LM Otero, File)
Dallas has a history of cracking down on protesters.
During the Occupy Dallas demonstrations in 2011, the city tried to require protesters to have a $1 million insurance policy, strengthened rules against camping in the city and eventually evicted campers from City Hall in a midnight police raid.
In 2013, the city cited a decades-old rule prohibiting holding signs within 75 feet of major roadways to stop a group that planned to protest the opening of the George W. Bush Presidential Center. The city settled a lawsuit from that group before changing the law to prohibit protests on overpasses and other areas near highways. Another group sued over that law leading to another settlement, and the city repealed the rules altogether.
Alexander, the founder of the protest network, believes he was targeted because he refused to stop the demonstrations.
“They try to hush and silence people,” he said. “It would be a failure to the lives lost if we don’t continue. The issues still exist, and they can act like they want to heal, but then they ignore the issues.”
The police chief has support from City Hall. Mayor Mike Rawlings said in a statement that he trusts Brown’s “judgment in how he communicates with protest organizers.”
Alexander, whose record includes convictions for forging a check, evading police and theft, was on probation for a 2009 conviction for causing injury to a child. He said the 2-year-old he was watching had fallen off the couch, but hospital staff said the child’s injuries were more consistent with abuse.
Alexander denied injuring the child and said he pleaded guilty because he could not afford a good attorney.
His uncle was killed by police in 2010 after firing on officers. But it was the 2014 death of a woman he knew in high school that prompted his involvement in police protests, Alexander said. The woman was missing for a week before being found dead in an abandoned building. Her family complained that police ignored their initial pleas for help.
Alexander spent the past two weeks under house arrest, wearing an ankle monitor and awaiting a judge’s determination of whether his probation would be revoked.
“No new crime has been committed to warrant this kind of action,” said Kim Cole, one of Alexander’s attorneys. “And the timing does appear suspicious.”
Just days after a July 29 silent protest — the first following the sniper attack — authorities asked that Alexander’s probation be revoked for a variety of violations, including twice leaving the state without notifying his probation officer, once to attend the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. Court records show the judge admonished Alexander and added 30 hours of community service to his sentence.
Then on Aug. 10, following a confrontational appearance at a city council meeting, Alexander was cited for trespassing and was escorted out of City Hall, where officers were waiting to arrest him on nine outstanding traffic ticket warrants. He spent the night in jail and, within an hour of his release, another arrest warrant was issued in a new attempt to revoke probation. That request rehashed previous allegations from the past year, including missed meetings with his probation officer, for which Alexander had already served 10 days in jail in December.
At Friday’s hearing, the judge considered all of Alexander’s probation violations and sent him to prison for two years. With credit for time served, that comes to about six months, his attorneys said.
Prosecutor Douglas Millican denied that politics were behind the efforts to revoke Alexander’s probation. But Cole said Alexander got extra scrutiny because of his protest activities, noting that police and sheriff’s officers had provided the judge with social media posts and other photos and video of Alexander to show he had left the state.
In addition to the protest crackdowns, city and police officials have also succeeded in suppressing questions about the shooting, including details about the law enforcement response and the motive of the gunman, who was killed when police deployed a bomb-carrying robot. It was the first time law enforcement in the U.S. had used a robot to deliver and detonate an explosive to kill a suspect.
Authorities have refused public records requests for police reports, 911 calls, audio and video recordings, autopsy documents, crime scene photos and evidence gathered at Johnson’s house, which police initially said held an arsenal of weapons and bomb-making material and a journal of combat tactics possibly indicating plans for a larger attack. Other officials have told The Associated Press that Johnson did not have a large stockpile of bomb-making materials.
The Associated Press was informed by Dallas police late Friday that a portion of the records it requested would be made available, but the content was unclear.
Brown told the City Council earlier this month that much of the information about the attack could be withheld for an indefinite period during an investigation into whether the use of force was justified. He declined to estimate how long that investigation might take, but said his office’s findings would be reviewed by the district attorney and a grand jury.
The police chief did acquiesce to one of the protest network’s top demands, agreeing to eliminate a 2013 policy allowing officers 72 hours to give a statement after being involved in a shooting. The move, announced in a nighttime post to the department’s blog, said officers “will be provided the same legal rights as any other citizen who is the subject of a criminal investigation.” | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/28/dallas-police-squelch-critics-questions-sniper-attack/ | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/e86c0fbde53b18885a2c6e10b74554ffdeb12169ed1e364cd672ec7593e0eea8.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T00:50:06 | null | 2016-08-30T19:35:22 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Fphotographer-seeking-1-billion-getty-images%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/Getty-300x200.jpg | en | null | Photographer Seeking $1 Billion From Getty Images | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 7:35 pm |
A skyline view of Los Angeles by Carol M. Highsmith, one of thousands she allows to be used for free but which Getty Images is charging for. (Carol M. Highsmith America Collection/Library of Congress via AP)
NEW YORK (AP) - An accomplished photographer who lets the public use thousands of her images of America for free is suing the Getty Images photo agency for more than $1 billion, saying it’s improperly selling her work to customers and threatening those who don’t pay.
The photographer, Carol Highsmith, whose work has been featured in books, newspapers and magazines and on two postage stamps, said she became aware that Getty was selling her work in December, when she received a letter from an affiliated company accusing her of copyright infringement for using one of her own photographs on the website of her nonprofit group, the This is America! Foundation. The letter demanded a settlement payment of $120.
“While we appreciate the effort of removing the material in question from your site, we still need compensation,” the letter said. “Your company has benefited by using our imagery without our permission.”
The photo, of a striking sculpture of a badminton shuttlecock outside the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, Missouri, was one of thousands Highsmith has made available to the public through the U.S. Library of Congress for a quarter-century.
Highsmith’s lawsuit, which was before a federal judge in New York for an initial conference on Wednesday, said about 18,000 of the photographs in that collection were being offered for sale by Getty, at prices ranging between $175 and $575.
Based on those numbers, her lawyers are asking for $468 million in damages, tripled because Getty had a judgment entered against it in another copyright case within the last three years.
A lawyer for Getty Images, Kenneth Doroshow, told the judge he plans to ask for the lawsuit to be dismissed.
The Seattle-based company said it’s standard practice for image libraries to distribute content that’s in the public domain. And it said it’s legal to charge fees to cover costs including indexing, archiving, digitizing and making content easily searchable.
Highsmith, in her lawsuit, said that in sharing the photographs through the Library of Congress she never intended to abandon the copyright to those images or to enable third parties to sell them for profit “or send threatening letters to people who used her photos.”
The immediate past president of the Copyright Society of the USA, Eric J. Schwartz, said he hadn’t seen the lawsuit but believed it called into question what, if any, money can be made by repurposing public domain materials that don’t have or have lost copyright protection.
“Getty is not the first and won’t be the last to do that,” said Schwartz, a Washington lawyer who worked as a senior attorney and acting general counsel at the U.S. Copyright Office in the 1990s.
He said lots of entities, such as search engines and news aggregators, take unprotected materials of others and make money doing so.
“My understanding is that this is public domain material,” he said. “U.S. copyright law only covers copyright-protected material, so I don’t see that there would be a cause of action for copyright infringement for the use of public domain material.” | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/photographer-seeking-1-billion-getty-images/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/fa0f0033e9536b5ecff78c01c6232f62a5ace81ec20be3808b8f2dbca568c39a.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T10:49:13 | null | 2016-08-29T06:19:27 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F29%2Ffda-issues-emergency-use-authorization-for-zika-test-from-roche%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/ROCHE-RESULTS-300x170.jpg | en | null | FDA Issues Emergency Authorization for Use of Zika Test From Roche | null | null | hamodia.com | Monday, August 29, 2016 at 6:19 am |
Swiss drugmaker Roche’s logo is seen at their headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. (Reuters/Arnd Wiegmann)
ZURICH (Reuters) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Monday issued emergency authorization for use of a Zika diagnostics test from Swiss drugmaker Roche, skirting normal approval channels as the regulator moves to fight the disease’s spread.
Zika virus, detected in Brazil and elsewhere last year before spreading to the Americas, is associated with microcephaly, a birth defect characterized by an unusually small head and potential developmental problems.
Through last week, the United States reported 2,517 Zika cases, 29 of which were likely acquired locally in Florida through mosquito bites and the rest brought in by travelers, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said.
A worker fogs the corridor of a public housing estate in the vicinity where a locally transmitted Zika virus case was discovered, in Singapore, Monday. (Reuters/Edgar Su)
Some 9,000 additional cases have been reported in U.S. territories, including Puerto Rico.
With FDA approval, Roche’s test now can be used to screen patients exhibiting Zika symptoms that meet CDC criteria, including fever, rash, joint pain and red eyes. Samples will be sent for analysis to specially certified U.S. laboratories with the appropriate equipment, a Roche spokesman said.
“The LightMix Zika test is an easy-to-use molecular diagnostic test that enables healthcare professionals to quickly detect the virus,” said Uwe Oberlaender, the head of molecular diagnostics at Basel-based Roche.
The FDA issues such Emergency Use Authorization during public health emergencies, to quickly deploy unapproved medical products for as long as they are needed.
As the number of Zika cases caused by local Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in Florida mounts and travelers from elsewhere continue to arrive with the disease, the FDA last week recommended universal testing of donated blood across the United States.
In March, Roche won separate investigational approval from the FDA for its Cobas 6800/8800 testing system to be used to test blood at U.S. blood centers including in Puerto Rico, where about 1 percent of donated blood has so far tested positive for the virus.
In Brazil, Zika virus has been linked to more than 1,800 cases of microcephaly, and U.S. officials expect as many as 270 cases in Puerto Rico. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/29/fda-issues-emergency-use-authorization-for-zika-test-from-roche/ | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/f9e80c07c37ad9851f4be2f9c282b09267fcffd95d0c1d273e30c9fe9c0f9cea.json |
[] | 2016-08-28T18:48:56 | null | 2016-08-28T13:13:34 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F28%2Fnasa-probe-gets-close-look-jupiter-sends-back-data-images%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/wp-content/themes/hamodia/favicon.png | en | null | NASA Probe Gets Close-Up Look at Jupiter, Sends Back Data and Images | null | null | hamodia.com | Sunday, August 28, 2016 at 1:13 pm |
WASHINGTON (dpa/TNS) - NASA’s Juno spacecraft on Saturday flew closer to Jupiter than any other space probe has flown before and began sending back data and images of the giant of the solar system, the U.S. space agency said.
Juno made its closest approach over Jupiter at a distance of 2,600 miles above the planet’s swirling clouds, a NASA news release said.
Early indications are that everything worked as planned, said Rick Nybakken, Juno project manager at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, Calif.
The flyby brought the spacecraft closer to the planet than at any other time during its prime mission.
It will take days for the data collected during the flyby to be received and even more time for scientists to comprehend it, said Scott Bolton, head of NASA’s Juno team.
Bolton said Juno was sending “intriguing early data returns.” A handful of images are expected to be released in the next couple of weeks.
“We are in an orbit nobody has ever been in before, and these images give us a whole new perspective on this gas-giant world,” said Bolton.
The flyby was the first of 36 planned during Juno’s mission, which is scheduled to end in February 2018. Juno has been orbiting Jupiter since July 4.
Bolton said in an earlier NASA news release that the flyby was the first opportunity to take a close-up look at “the king of our solar system” and begin to understand it better.
It was the first time Juno had its entire suite of science instruments activated and looking at the giant planet.
Juno blasted off on Aug., 2011, from Cape Canaveral, Fla. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/28/nasa-probe-gets-close-look-jupiter-sends-back-data-images/ | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/e4da02bd6dda0ec70ab8896f99f49dfa818a8b6f457fd2cdc5ea6ca99058ca63.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T22:50:03 | null | 2016-08-30T17:57:21 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Fap-documents-72-mass-graves-left%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/AP16186576090934-300x200.jpg | en | null | AP Documents 72 Mass Graves Left by IS | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 5:57 pm |
The site in Hardan, northern Iraq, where dozens of Yazidi men were killed in August 2014. (AP Photo/Maya Alleruzzo)
HARDAN, Iraq (AP) - Peering through binoculars, the young man watched as Islamic State terrorists gunned down the handcuffed men and then buried them with a waiting bulldozer. For six days he watched as IS filled one grave after another with his friends and neighbors.
The five graves arranged at the foot of Sinjar mountain hold the bodies of dozens of minority Yazidis killed in the Islamic State group’s bloody onslaught in August 2014. They are a fraction of the mass graves Islamic State terrorists have scattered across Iraq and Syria.
In exclusive interviews, photos and research, The Associated Press has documented and mapped 72 of the mass graves, the most comprehensive survey so far, with many more expected to be uncovered as the Islamic State group’s territory shrinks.
In Syria, AP has obtained locations for 17 mass graves, including one with the bodies of hundreds of members of a single tribe all but exterminated when IS terrorists took over their region.
For at least 16 of the Iraqi graves, most in territory too dangerous to excavate, officials do not even guess the number of dead. In others, the estimates are based on memories of traumatized survivors, Islamic State propaganda and what can be gleaned from a cursory look at the earth.
Still, even the known numbers of victims buried are staggering — from 5,200 to more than 15,000.
Satellites offer the clearest look at massacres such as the one at Badoush Prison in June 2014 that left 600 inmates dead. A patch of scraped earth shows the likely site, according to exclusive photos obtained by the imagery intelligence firm AllSource Analysis and shared with AP.
On Sinjar Mountain, Rasho Qassim drives daily past the mass grave in Hardan that holds the bodies of his two sons.
The sites are roped off and awaiting the money and the political will for excavation. The evidence they contain is scoured by wind and baked by sun.
“We want to take them out of here. There are only bones left. But they said ‘No, they have to stay there, a committee will come and exhume them later,'” said Qassim, standing at the flimsy protective fence.
Arkan Qassim, center, stands at the site where he witnessed the killing dozens of Yazidi men, including two sons of Rasho Qassim, right, in August 2014, in Hardan, northern Iraq. (AP Photo/Maya Alleruzzo
IS made no attempt to hide its atrocities. But proving what United Nations officials and others have described as an ongoing genocide will be complicated as the graves deteriorate. IS targeted the Yazidis for slaughter because it considers them infidels. The Yazidi faith has elements of Christianity and Islam but is distinct.
“There’s been virtually no effort to systematically document the crimes perpetrated, to preserve the evidence,” said Naomi Kikoler, who recently visited for the Holocaust Museum in Washington, D.C. The graves are largely documented by the aid group Yazda.
Through binoculars, Arkan Qassem watched it all. His village, Gurmiz, overlooks Hardan and the plain below. When the jihadis swept through, everyone in Gurmiz fled up the mountaintop. Then Arkan and nine other men returned with light weapons, hoping to defend their homes.
The first night, a bulldozer’s headlights illuminated the killing of a group of handcuffed men. Then the machine plowed over their bodies.
Over six days, the fighters killed three more groups — several dozen each, usually with hands bound. Once, the terrorists lit a bonfire, but Arkan couldn’t make out its purpose.
Two years later, the 32-year-old has since returned home, living in an area dotted with mass graves.
“I have lots of people I know there. Mostly friends and neighbors,” he said. “It’s very difficult to look at them every day.”
Nearly every area freed from IS control has unmasked new mass graves, like one found near a stadium in Ramadi. The graves are easy enough to find, most covered with just a thin coating of earth.
“They are beheading them, shooting them, running them over in cars, all kinds of killing techniques, and they don’t even try to hide it,” said Sirwan Jalal, the director of Iraqi Kurdistan’s agency in charge of mass graves.
No one outside IS has seen the Iraqi ravine where hundreds of prison inmates were killed. Satellite images of scraped dirt along the river point to its location, according to Steve Wood of AllSource. His analysts triangulated survivors’ accounts and began to systematically search the desert according to their descriptions of that day, June 10, 2014.
The inmates were separated by religion, and Shiites had to count off, according to accounts by 15 survivors gathered by Human Rights Watch.
“I was number 43. I heard them say ‘615,’ and then one ISIS guy said, ‘We’re going to eat well tonight.’ A man behind us asked, ‘Are you ready?’ Another person answered ‘Yes,’ and began shooting at us with a machine-gun,” according to the Human Rights Watch account of a survivor identified only as A.S. The 15 men survived by playing dead.
Justice has been done in at least one IS mass killing — that of about 1,700 Iraqi soldiers who were machine-gunned at Camp Speicher. On Aug. 21, 36 IS terrorists were hanged for those deaths.
But justice is likely to elude areas still under IS control, even when the terrorists film the atrocities themselves. That’s the case for a natural sinkhole outside Mosul that is now a pit of corpses. And in Syria’s Raqqa province, where thousands of bodies are believed to have been thrown into the al-Houta crevasse.
This image posted online by Islamic State on June 14, 2014, shows Iraqi cadets captured by IS moments before they were killed in Tikrit, Iraq. Their bodies are believed to be in one of the many mass graves left behind by Islamic State. (Militant photo via AP)
Hundreds of mass graves are believed to be in areas that can only be explored when fighting stops. So far, at least 17 are known, in the list put together from AP interviews with activists, fighters and residents in former IS strongholds.
Some of the worst are in Deir el-Zour province. There, 400 members of the Shueitat tribe were found in one grave, just some of the up to 1,000 tribesmen believed to have been massacred by IS, said Ziad Awad, the editor of the local publication, The Eye of the City, who is documenting the graves.
“This is a drop in an ocean of mass graves expected to be discovered in the future in Syria,” said Awad. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/ap-documents-72-mass-graves-left/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/6f35b1538c4e8a22d24fd9d85f0c37c4dc962e0056c8413ef2b63bf0d5ef84c9.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T10:49:16 | null | 2016-08-29T06:01:20 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F29%2Faustrian-election-far-right-candidate-ahead-in-polls%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/05/Austria-Election_Gold-300x191.jpg | en | null | Austrian Election: Far-Right Candidate Ahead in Polls | null | null | hamodia.com | Monday, August 29, 2016 at 6:01 am |
People walk between election posters of Alexander Van der Bellen, candidate for presidential elections and former head of the Austrian Greens (R), and Norbert Hofer, candidate for presidential elections of Austria’s right-wing Freedom Party, FPOE (L), in Vienna, May 23. (AP Photo/Ronald Zak)
VIENNA (Reuters) - The far right is ahead in Austria’s presidential race, according to opinion polls which predict a win for the anti-immigration candidate that would be a watershed for populists across Europe who have capitalized on the migration crisis.
Ahead of the Oct. 2 election, the Freedom Party’s (FPO) Norbert Hofer is just ahead of his independent rival, Alexander Van der Bellen, who narrowly beat Hofer in a previous run-off vote in May that was annulled.
Concerns about security and national identity as well as dissatisfaction with traditional, more centrist parties, have fueled support for the FPO as well as the Front National in France and the far-right party, Alternative for Germany (AfD).
A poll of 600 people published by the Oesterreich tabloid showed the average support for Hofer at 53 percent, one point higher than a poll in late July, versus 47 percent for former Greens head Alexander Van der Bellen.
Another poll, of 778 people, with a margin of error of 3.6 percent, published by newspaper Kurier, found 38 percent thought Hofer would win while 34 percent expected that Van der Bellen would.
In polls for parliamentary elections set for 2018, the FPO regularly attracts more than 33 percent, ahead of both ruling centrist parties. Hofer, whose party argued against joining the European Union in a referendum on membership in 1994, has said Austrians should hold a vote on leaving the bloc if Turkey were to join or if significantly more political power were transferred to Brussels.
The Freedom Party challenged the previous run-off result, which showed Van der Bellen winning by 31,000 votes. A court decided the election had to be rerun due to sloppiness in the count, although no evidence of manipulation was found.
Although Austria’s president plays a largely ceremonial role, he can dismiss the cabinet. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/29/austrian-election-far-right-candidate-ahead-in-polls/ | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/3f46895b811bcd7b884212a31ef89eb5475149386090036e7450ff66bf15f70b.json |
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U.S. Wants to Force Lower Speeds On Truck and Bus Drivers
DETROIT (AP) – The U.S. is seeking to forcibly limit how fast trucks, buses and other large vehicles can travel on the nation’s highways.
A new proposal Friday would impose a nationwide limit by electronically capping speeds with a device on newly made U.S. vehicles that weigh more than 26,000 pounds. Regulators are considering a cap of 60, 65 or 68 mph, though that could change. Whatever the speed limit, drivers would be physically prevented from exceeding it.
The government said capping speeds for new large vehicles will reduce the 1,115 fatal crashes involving heavy trucks that occur each year and save $1 billion in fuel costs.
Brewer AB Inbev to Cut Thousands Of Jobs in Takeover Deal
BRUSSELS (AP) – The world’s largest brewer, AB Inbev, expects to cut about 3 percent of its total workforce once it completes its huge takeover of its closest rival, SABMiller.
The company headquartered in Belgium, has about 150,000 workers while the London-based SABMiller claims to have around 70,000.
That would put the estimated job losses at around 6,600 over a three-year period. However, AB Inbev said in documents published Friday that the estimate doesn’t include its sales and front-office supply departments, for which integration plans are not completed.
Mazda Recalls SUVs Over Potential Steering Problem
NEW YORK (AP) – Mazda Motor Corp. is recalling more than 190,000 CX-7 sport utility vehicles because of a potentially dangerous steering control defect.
The recall involves vehicles made from February 14, 2006 through May 9, 2012. Last year, the company recalled more than 190,000 CX-9 SUVs made between 2007 and 2014 because of concerns over steering control loss.
In the latest recall, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that water may enter the front suspension ball joint fittings. Water from salted roadways in the winter months can result in corrosion loosening ball joint fittings, which could eventually result in a loss of steering control.
Biden Announces New Funding For Amtrak Northeast Corridor
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) – Federal officials say the government will make a $2.45 billion loan to Amtrak to buy new trains, upgrade tracks and make platform improvements on the Northeast corridor.
Vice President Joe Biden made the announcement Friday at the Wilmington, Delaware, station, which is named for him. He was joined by Deputy Secretary of Transportation Victor Mendez, whose agency is making the loan.
Billionaire Richard Branson Survives Bike Crash
LONDON (AP) – Billionaire entrepreneur Richard Branson said Friday he thought he was going to die after flying head first off his bicycle in the British Virgin Islands.
The Virgin Group boss hit a hump in the road on Virgin Gorda, one of the islands in the Caribbean, catapulting him into the road.
Branson traveled to Miami to receive medical treatment. He said he was really lucky to have not suffered more serious injuries.
GM Recalling About 368,000 Vehicles to Fix Windshield Wipers
NEW YORK (AP) – General Motors is recalling nearly 368,000 vehicles to fix a defective part that could prevent the windshield wipers from working.
The problem affects the 2013 models of the Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain. GM says those vehicles were built with ball joints that could corrode and wear out to render the windshield wipers inoperable.
A report filed with government regulators says a GM manager in Canada spotted the potential safety hazard last December. The auto manufacturer opened an investigation in March and decided to issue a recall earlier this month.
GM says it will cover the repair costs once it determines when it will be able to fix the problem.
Fire Sweeps Through Russian Warehouse, Killing 17 Workers
MOSCOW (AP) – A fire swept through a Moscow printing plant warehouse on Saturday, killing 17 migrant workers from Kyrgyzstan, Russia’s emergency services said. The fire was caused by a faulty lamp on the first floor of the warehouse, where many flammable liquids and paper products were stored, and it spread quickly through an elevator shaft to the room where those who died were, said Ilya Denisov, who heads the Moscow branch of the emergency services.
He said firefighters found the bodies of 16 workers and sent four injured workers to the hospital, where one later died. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/28/business-briefs-august-28-2016/ | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/6b20f98a558f326c7642a75cfb3b60ea6e3cf45df67f52c399c4b9aee8cfad54.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T22:49:59 | null | 2016-08-30T18:38:33 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Fchris-christie-vetoes-n-j-minimum-wage-hike%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/wp-content/themes/hamodia/favicon.png | en | null | Chris Christie Vetoes N.J. Minimum-Wage Hike | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 6:38 pm |
TRENTON, N.J. (The Record/TNS) - Gov. Chris Christie vetoed legislation Tuesday that would have gradually raised New Jersey’s minimum wage to $15 an hour, thwarting a Democratic effort being tested around the country.
New Jersey would have become the third state to raise the hourly wage to $15, after California and New York. But the bill never had a chance with Christie, who has often and openly criticized what he calls a government-knows-best approach to growing businesses and the economy.
He said Tuesday that the government doesn’t “have the right” to force wage increases on employers. But, he said, Democrats will continue to push for mandatory raises to the minimum wage and called the issue “a fight.” His action, he said, “is just another round in this fight.”
Surrounded by peaches, bananas and zucchini, Christie vetoed the bill in a ceremony in the produce section at a supermarket.
“This bill is a complete pander to folks who are uninformed because they neither receive the minimum wage nor pay it,” Christie said.
The bill proposed raising the state minimum wage, currently $8.38 an hour, to $10.10 beginning Jan. 1, 2017, with gradual increases to $15 an hour by 2021.
Anticipating a Christie veto, Democrats have said they intend to put the measure on the 2017 ballot for voters to decide. Christie said if that is the case, he intends to have a “loud” public discussion about the issue because, he said, the wage increase makes businesses “non-competitive.”
“We need everybody to be united and not naive about the nature of this fight,” he said. “It will be loud, it will difficult, it will be expensive.”
He added that his veto “will not be overridden.”
Democrats have been successful in bypassing Christie to raise the minimum wage once before. In 2013, they put an increase on the ballot that was approved by voters, bringing the minimum to $8.25 an hour in 2014 and allowing for annual increases. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/chris-christie-vetoes-n-j-minimum-wage-hike/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/0df47a3d0a9784697129bd06b413be0617f52f880c909c19f70abdf7fdb33c8b.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T22:50:02 | null | 2016-08-30T17:15:05 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Fnew-downtown-lower-manhattan-reborn-15-years-911%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/AP16238666128722-300x200.jpg | en | null | The New Downtown: Lower Manhattan Reborn 15 Years After 9/11 | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 5:15 pm |
One World Trade center rises above the lower Manhattan skyline. The Brooklyn Bridge is in the foreground. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
NEW YORK (AP) - Fifteen years after the Sept. 11th attacks, Lower Manhattan has been reborn.
The revitalization of the city’s downtown, powered by $30 billion in government and private investment, includes not just the reconstruction of the World Trade Center site, but also two new malls filled with upscale retailers, thousands of new hotel rooms and dozens of eateries ranging from a new Eataly to a French food hall, Le District.
The statistics alone are stunning. There are 29 hotels in the neighborhood, compared to six before 9/11. More than 60,000 people live downtown, nearly triple the number in 2000. And last year, the area hosted a record 14 million visitors, according to the Alliance for Downtown New York.
And while there’s plenty to do downtown for free, including seeing the 9/11 memorial park, visitors have also shown a willingness to pay relatively steep prices for certain attractions. The 9/11 museum, which charges $24, has drawn 6.67 million visitors since its May 2014 opening. The observatory atop One World Trade Center, which charges $34, has drawn 3 million people in the 15 months since it opened. In comparison, the Statue of Liberty gets about 4 million visitors a year.
A man takes in a view of the Statue of Liberty from One World Observatory in New York. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)
“I don’t think anyone would have expected that we would have rebounded so robustly, so quickly,” said Jessica Lappin, president of the Alliance for Downtown New York. “There’s the physical transformation at the site itself, but there’s also the neighborhood. There’s an energy here. People could have given up after 9/11 and nobody would have blamed them. Instead there has been a tenacity, a dedication that is inspiring.”
The Alliance for Downtown New York was founded before 9/11, in 1995, when the “neighborhood was on its heels,” Lappin recalled. “The vacancy rate was going through the roof.” At the time, downtown was a strictly 9-to-5 area, keyed to the workday rhythms of Wall Street and City Hall, deserted at night and on weekends. Revitalization efforts were just getting underway “when 9/11 hit and changed everything.”
But as government funding for disaster recovery began to pour in, private investment followed, spurring a massive rebuilding that continues to this day. For blocks surrounding One World Trade, half-built towers and cranes still clutter the sky, barricades and scaffolding line the streets, and the whine and clatter of jackhammers fill the air. Construction workers in hardhats are as ubiquitous as tourists. The recession hampered efforts to bring businesses back, but Lappin says private sector employment — 266,000 workers — is finally nearing pre-9/11 numbers. Conde Nast and Time Inc. have relocated downtown. Group M, one of the world’s biggest advertising firms, will move into Three World Trade Center when it’s complete.
So far, three towers have been built with plans for more.
The neighborhood is also becoming a shopping destination. Brookfield Place opened last year with luxury retailers like Gucci and Diane von Furstenberg. It also houses Le District, a French food hall with a creperie, cafe, bar and more, as well as Hudson Eats, with outposts of popular local eateries like Mighty Quinn’s BBQ and Num Pang’s Cambodian sandwiches.
A second shopping center, Westfield, opened in August inside the Oculus, a striking white structure designed by famed architect Santiago Calatrava. The curves of the Oculus’ two ribbed wings are silhouetted by One World Trade rising behind it. Inside the Oculus, retailers range from Apple to Kate Spade to The Art of Shaving. The complex connects to Four World Trade, where the new Eataly NYC Downtown offers a bounty of bread, cheese, coffee, produce, pasta and more. Below ground a massive transit center houses subways and a New Jersey PATH train station.
The Beekman, center, is being renovated into a luxury hotel. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
Elsewhere in Lower Manhattan, a Tom Colicchio restaurant is planned for the just-opened Beekman Hotel; the soon-to-open Four Seasons hotel will host a Wolfgang Puck restaurant, and the storied Nobu restaurant will move downtown from Tribeca. Other downtown attractions include Alexander Hamilton’s tomb in the graveyard of Trinity Church, the National Museum of the American Indian and the SeaGlass Carousel, which opened last year near where boats leave for the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
But near the top of many visitors’ New York itineraries these days is a pilgrimage to the place where planes turned the twin towers into smoking piles of twisted steel and rubble. The tranquil park formally known as the National September 11 Memorial features tree-lined walkways and reflecting pools in the footprints of the twin towers. Bronze parapets around the pools bear the names of the nearly 3,000 dead.
On Monday, park visitors included three siblings from Barcelona, Arantxa, Meus and Pau Saloni, on their first trip to New York. “It’s really sad to see all the names, but it’s nice to remember them,” said Meus.
Also visiting Monday were Su-Ting Fu and his family, in town from suburban Westchester. “We lived in New York City when 9/11 happened,” he said. “But we hadn’t come to see this until today. It’s nice to see everything they’ve done to memorialize it, but I also love the greenery, and how it feels very much like a living type of memorial.”
Lappin said the neighborhood’s rebirth is a fitting tribute to the 9/11 tragedy. “We honor those who were lost, but we also celebrate life and move forward.” | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/new-downtown-lower-manhattan-reborn-15-years-911/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/e82851d6f5066f8f9b3af5f5c1e9c26fd6866b73a5a84fd27008160d62527a8d.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T08:50:10 | null | 2016-08-31T03:13:26 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F31%2Ftrump-make-quick-trip-mexico-immigration-speech%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/04/USA-ELECTION-300x200.jpg | en | null | Trump to Make Quick Trip to Mexico Before Immigration Speech | null | null | hamodia.com | Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 3:13 am |
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s plane in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, April 4. (Reuters/Mark Kauzlarich)
EVERETT, Wash. (AP) - In a surprise move, Donald Trump will travel to Mexico on Wednesday to meet with President Enrique Peña Nieto, just hours before the Republican presidential candidate delivers a highly anticipated speech on immigration.
Trump took to social media on Tuesday night to say he is looking “very much forward” to meeting with the Mexican leader. Peña Nieto’s office confirmed the meeting with its own tweet, saying the two men would meet privately.
The unexpected trip comes as Trump seeks to clarify his stand on illegal immigration, a contentious issue that has been a centerpiece of his campaign. Trump has long called for deporting people currently living in the U.S. illegally and building a wall along the country’s border with Mexico.
But in meetings recently with Hispanic supporters, Trump has suggested he could be open to changing the hard-line approach he outlined during the GOP primaries. After one such round table this month, his new campaign manager said Trump’s stance on deportations was “to be determined.”
In the days since, Trump and his staff have broadcast varied and conflicting messages, with Trump himself saying one day he might be open to “softening” his stance, and days later saying he might, in fact, be “hardening.”
Peña Nieto has been sharply critical of Trump’s original immigration policy, particularly the candidate’s insistence that Mexico would pay for the border wall. In a March interview, Peña Nieto said that “there is no scenario” in which Mexico would do so.
In the same interview, Peña Nieto compared Trump’s language to that of dictators Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini, saying it had damaged U.S.-Mexico relations. Former Mexican presidents Vicente Fox and Felipe Calderon have also alluded to Hitler in describing Trump.
Peña Nieto cast a different tone late Tuesday, writing of the visit, “I believe in dialogue to promote Mexico’s interests in the world and, principally, to protect Mexicans wherever they are.”
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, a close Trump adviser, has been among those pushing Trump to make the trip to Mexico, according to a person familiar with their conversations who spoke on the condition of anonymity in order to discuss them publicly. Christie made his own successful trip to Mexico City in September 2014 and has a warm relationship with the Mexican president.
Last week, Peña Nieto extended invitations to visit Mexico to both Trump and Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton, who met with him in Mexico in 2014. The Washington Post first reported Tuesday that Trump was considering making the trip to Mexico.
Trump’s short stop in Mexico would mark his second visit to a foreign country during his campaign. Earlier this summer, Trump traveled to Scotland to attend the re-opening of one of his golf resorts, but notably didn’t meet with any U.K. political leaders while there.
The Republican has faced a torrent of criticism from Clinton, a former secretary of state, about his preparedness to lead on the world stage. Several Republican foreign policy experts have also warned that Trump is unprepared for the numerous international issues that land on a president’s desk.
Clinton’s campaign has urged voters to not “be fooled” by what it calls Trump’s attempts to disguise his immigration policies.
“What ultimately matters is what Donald Trump says to voters in Arizona, not Mexico, and whether he remains committed to the splitting up of families and deportation of millions,” said Clinton campaign communications director Jennifer Palmieri. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/31/trump-make-quick-trip-mexico-immigration-speech/ | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/4b8affe7737b5f653e5373e39b5221095736496c98fa364286a82c04022397b5.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T16:49:57 | null | 2016-08-30T10:56:46 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Fswiss-find-crashed-air-force-plane-searching-pilot%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/hornet-60520-300x199.jpg | en | null | Swiss Find Crashed Air Force Plane, Searching for Pilot | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 10:56 am |
A one-seat F/A-18C plane. (Illustrative: Pixabay)
ZURICH (Reuters) - Swiss search parties found an air force fighter jet that went missing on Monday during a training exercise but were still trying to find the pilot, the Swiss defense ministry said on Tuesday.
The plane, a one-seat F/A-18C, crashed near Susten in central Switzerland. Bad weather was hampering the search in the mountainous terrain.
This incident marks the third time the Swiss Air Force has lost one of its F/A 18 jets over the past three years. In October 2015 a pilot was injured when an aircraft went down in southeast France, and another F/A 18 crashed in Switzerland in 2013.
Swiss Air Force Commander Aldo Schellenberg told a media conference he was deeply shocked by the incident.
The incident began when the aircraft took off from the air base at Meiringen on Monday as the second plane in a training exercise. Radio contact with the base was lost four minutes after takeoff. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/swiss-find-crashed-air-force-plane-searching-pilot/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/5de001a35b96ee880cb3c5ec602a07b19bd78fe6f06367ef6707d117306cf7ed.json |
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] | 2016-08-28T20:48:57 | null | 2016-08-28T16:29:33 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F28%2Fchevron-shooter-trial-resumes-witnesses-defense%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/Chevron-Shooter-Trial-Resumes-With-Witnesses-for-Defense-300x200.jpg | en | null | Chevron Shooter Trial Resumes With Witnesses for Defense | null | null | hamodia.com | Sunday, August 28, 2016 at 4:29 pm |
Eliyahu Libman (Lt.-Col., Res.) in Jaffa military court on Sunday as a witness for the defense in the trial of Elior Azaria, the soldier who shot a Palestinian terrorist in Chevron while he was lying on the ground, apparently “neutralized.” (Miriam Alster/Flash90)
YERUSHALAYIM - The security chief for Chevron’s Jewish community told the court on Sunday that IDF soldier Elior Azariya was justified in shooting the terrorist who was lying on the ground, and that the senior military echelon had unfairly singled out the defendant, who acted much as others had done in similar situations but were not put on trial.
The official, Eliyahu Libman (Lt.-Col., Res.), who was at the scene at the time of the incident, asserted that the widely used term “neutralized” used to describe the terrorist, implying he was no longer a threat, was erroneous. The term is only applicable to an assailant who has either been killed or already in handcuffs, neither of which was the case at the time of the shooting, he said.
He backed Azaria’s statement that the fact Sharif was wearing a jacket on a hot day made him a threat. “Anyone with experience knows… that there is serious concern of a bomb” in such cases, Libman said.
“In terrorist incidents I witnessed, I saw with my own eyes that in every instance in which a terrorist attacked, soldiers shot him…until he was neutralized… and [shot] a bullet to the head to ensure that the terrorist could not set off a suicide belt or continue the attack. These soldiers never went to court,” he testified.
Military Prosecutor Lieutenant Colonel Attorney Nadav Weissman sought to cast doubt on his testimony during cross-examination, asking repeatedly why he had not shouted a warning to those in the vicinity if he really felt there was imminent danger.
Libman explained, “When I say that I feel danger, that doesn’t necessarily mean that I have to raise my hands and shout. The Prosecutor is trying to mislead the court. According to the questions that you’re asking, it’s clear that you’ve never been at the scene of a [terrorist] incident and that your pulse has never been above 200. Maybe in the workout room. I don’t have to shout when there’s danger, I can feel danger without doing anything. I have more than 25 years experience [on the scene of security incidents].”
The Prosecutor suggested: “Maybe the answer is simpler, that you didn’t think at all about the possibility of an explosives belt – neither you nor those around you.”
Libman responded that “Since the Prosecutor is asking me an unprofessional question [about something] that never happened, [I will answer that] I was in the field and I felt danger. It can’t be that a man without any experience and connection to reality is telling me how I felt.”
The testimony of Elimelech Karzan, an ambulance driver at the scene, also supported the contention that there was a feeling of danger.
“I felt threatened at the scene,” he said. “I parked the ambulance near the terrorist and got out of the car armed with a weapon. The medical team decided to evacuate the injured soldier in my ambulance. Suddenly, I noticed that the terrorist was moving.”
“At this point, I was apprehensive that the terrorist would activate an explosives belt or pull out a weapon, because he was wearing a closed-up coat on a hot day, and it was suspicious…
“Everyone started yelling: ‘He has an explosives belt on!’ and it was frightening. I was then very apprehensive about the terrorist. I got back in my ambulance and drove from the scene, and suddenly I heard shooting… It was clear to me that they had neutralized the terrorist.”
Libman went further in his testimony, claiming, as others have done outside the courtroom, that the security establishment had unfairly marked Azaria for punishment from the outset.
“There was an atmosphere of piling on whoever thought different from the agenda. They’d marked their target,” he said. “For many years I was a part of the inquiry into many such events. This time it was done behind closed doors, and they didn’t want to hear what I and others had to say. I am concerned that it is not by chance that we were not summoned [by security officials to the inquiry], but as part of an agenda” to bulldoze Azaria.
Defense attorney Eyal Besserglick said Sunday morning on Army Radio that “witnesses who were in the area or nearby will testify, some of whom were not questioned by military police. We have all kinds of expert witnesses.
“There will be a lot of surprises,” he predicted. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/28/chevron-shooter-trial-resumes-witnesses-defense/ | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/3958783136f84b58f1f5943e2be1e471043e25de4c0405a3d9234ecb4815b6db.json |
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General view of an empty construction site in Efrat, January 18. (Gershon Elinson/Flash90)
YERUSHALAYIM - The Civil Administration approved on Wednesday 284 new housing units in Jewish communities across Yehudah and Shomron.
The decision by the military-run Civil Administration came two days after a senior U.N. envoy said in a statement to the Security Council that a surge in such building, which most countries view as illegal, presented an obstacle to peace with the Palestinians.
Construction in Elkanah, Ofarim, Beit Aryeh, Givat Ze’ev and Har Gilo was approved by the Civil Administration’s High Planning Committee, which had been convened at the insistence of Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman, Army Radio reported.
Two projects involving nearly 80 units in Nofim and Efrat were dropped.
The largest single bloc, in Elkanah, entails the construction of 234 housing units.
As well as the new units, 179 constructed units in Ofarim, built without proper permission, were retroactively approved. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/31/civil-administration-approves-284-new-housing-units-yehudah-shomron/ | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/078464fcb15090d09f015a9756874b9e57792ddba636fbe118b33f2609460684.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T02:49:08 | null | 2016-08-28T20:56:18 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F28%2Fevents-mark-240th-anniversary-battle-brooklyn%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/wp-content/themes/hamodia/favicon.png | en | null | Events Mark 240th Anniversary of Battle of Brooklyn | null | null | hamodia.com | Sunday, August 28, 2016 at 8:56 pm |
NEW YORK (AP) - Events on Sunday commemorated the 240th anniversary of the Revolutionary War’s Battle of Brooklyn, which pitted Gen. George Washington’s Continental Army against a larger British-led force.
Fought on Aug. 27, 1776, the redcoats defeated the Americans, but Washington and his army escaped to Manhattan to continue the fight for independence.
At the Old Stone House in Park Slope, where much of the fighting took place, a new permanent exhibit on the battle opened on Friday.
The battle started on land that is now part of Green-Wood Cemetery, where re-enactments and a parade were among Sunday’s events. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/28/events-mark-240th-anniversary-battle-brooklyn/ | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/d7a2972fea1d4a6f56c45a48de8e3118f0f6c68eefecc817b162e81906e90393.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T16:50:00 | null | 2016-08-30T11:13:07 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Ffbi-ma-man-threatened-kill-president-obama-attack-mosque%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/wp-content/themes/hamodia/favicon.png | en | null | FBI: MA Man Threatened to Kill President Obama, Attack a Mosque | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 11:13 am |
BOSTON (AP) - Federal authorities have arrested a Massachusetts man whom they say threatened to assassinate President Barack Obama, bomb several police stations and attack a mosque.
Forty-year-old Joseph Garguilo appeared in Boston federal court on Monday to face a single charge of possessing ammunition, which violated the terms of a recent restraining order.
The FBI arrested Garguilo on Friday after a raid of his Holliston home allegedly turned up assault rifle parts, flammable substances, ammunition and handwritten notes threatening violence against Muslims.
Department of Justice officials say a friend reported Garguilo’s behavior since they believed he was “about to snap,” A neighbor told The Boston Globe that Garguilo’s a “bad dude.”
Garguilo was ordered held without bail pending a hearing Wednesday. His attorney denied that he threatened anybody. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/fbi-ma-man-threatened-kill-president-obama-attack-mosque/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/258fea6ad5f8137317d13e9965588a78bcb0f2b1a4fc06b8b492e25ccd7f10c7.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T18:49:25 | null | 2016-08-29T14:48:03 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F29%2Fdrought-drones-help-california-farmers-save-every-drop%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/AP16238840216071-300x225.jpg | en | null | In Drought, Drones Help California Farmers Save Every Drop | null | null | hamodia.com | Monday, August 29, 2016 at 2:48 pm |
Cannon Michael, president of Bowles Farming Co., in his office near Los Banos, Calif. (AP Photo/Scott Smith)
LOS BANOS, Calif. (AP) - A drone whirred to life in a cloud of dust, then shot hundreds of feet skyward for a bird’s-eye view of a vast tomato field in California’s Central Valley, the nation’s most productive farming region.
Equipped with a state-of-the-art thermal camera, the drone crisscrossed the field, scanning it for cool, soggy patches where a gopher may have chewed through the buried drip irrigation line and caused a leak.
In the drought-prone West, where every drop of water counts, California farmers are in a constant search for ways to efficiently use the increasingly scarce resource. Cannon Michael is putting drone technology to work on his fields at Bowles Farming Co. near Los Banos, 120 miles southeast of San Francisco.
About 2,100 companies and individuals have federal permission to fly drones for farming, according to the drone industry’s Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International. Federal regulators planned to relax the rules Monday on commercial drones, a move that could spur even greater use of such aircraft on farms.
Michael is descended from Henry Miller, a renowned cattle rancher, farmer and Western landowner who helped transform semi-arid central California into fertile farmland 150 years ago by building irrigation canals, some still flowing today.
Six generations later, Michael farms a 17-square-mile portion of that same land, growing melons, carrots, onions, cotton and almonds, while carrying on in the same pioneering spirit as Miller.
“I’ve always been a big fan of technology,” said Michael, 44, mindful of how climate change is making water more precious. “I think it’s really the only way we’re going to stay in business.”
On his 2,400-acre tomato crop alone, Michael estimates that this year his leak-detecting drones could save enough water to sustain more than 550 families of four for a year.
California endured the driest four-year period on record before a relatively wet and snowy winter this year overflowed some reservoirs in the northern part of the state. Southern California, however, remains dry, and the statewide drought has not ended.
Beyond California, drones are becoming fixtures on farms in places such as Canada, Australia, South Africa and Latin America as they become more affordable and easier to use, said Ian Smith of DroneDeploy, a San Francisco-based industry leader in drone software development.
A farmer can order a commercial-grade drone online for $2,000 and receive it in the mail days later, he said. Its video camera is then paired up with a smartphone or computer tablet that is used to control the drone.
“Hook it up to a smartphone. Boom. Take off and you’re in business,” Smith said.
Many farmers, however, have yet to grasp the full potential beyond capturing video images of crops or using infrared cameras to spot color variations in the plants that can signal a problem.
Few have used technology and invested in it to the degree Michael has. This year he began using the thermal camera, which can cost up to $10,000 and can show moisture variations in soil. He also created a new management position at his company dedicated to overseeing drones.
Danny Royer, vice president of technology at Bowles Farming Co., prepares to pilot a drone over a tomato field near Los Banos, Calif. (AP Photo/Scott Smith)
Recently, Danny Royer, the new vice president of technology at Bowles, stood at the tailgate of his pickup studying live images transmitted to the screen of his tablet as a drone buzzed 300 feet overhead.
Rows of mature tomato plants appeared on the screen in glowing burnt orange, indicating warmer, drier areas, while dark patches of purple showed the cool moist soil hidden below the plants.
After taking the images back to his office to analyze them, he decided there were no leaks to repair, but the soil needed to be enriched in places to help the field grow evenly.
Danny Royer pilots a drone over a tomato field near Los Banos, Calif. At left is Christian Cambrelen, a college intern. (AP Photo/Scott Smith)
On Monday, the Federal Aviation Administration was scheduled to ease the rules so that operators of commercial drones that weigh less than 55 pounds will no longer need to go through the long, expensive process of earning an airplane pilot’s license.
Instead, they will have to take a written test — but not an actual flying test at the controls of a plane — and will be issued a drone license for $150.
The rule change and emerging technology could make drones more attractive tools for farmers, said Brandon Stark, director of the University of California’s Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Safety, based at the Merced campus.
However, he said that until federal regulators clarify parts of the new rules, commercial drones must continue to fly below 400 feet, limiting their use on very large fields.
Stark is seeking what he calls the Holy Grail of drone use in agriculture — enabling them to directly diagnose what ails a tree, whether it’s deficiencies in water or nutrients, or a pest — without having to send a person into the field.
“We’re just getting started,” Stark said. “The research is really still in its infancy.” | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/29/drought-drones-help-california-farmers-save-every-drop/ | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/8c4d149d61e9e55777c1a567ab2553236539226376005d76261adfb401aa18f8.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T10:49:50 | null | 2016-08-30T06:19:30 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Fhuman-rights-watch-palestinians-abuse-media-activists%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/700px-Hrw_logo.svg_-300x300.jpg | en | null | Human Rights Watch: Palestinians Abuse Media, Activists | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 6:19 am |
YERUSHALAYIM (AP) - Palestinian authorities are silencing dissent by cracking down on free speech and abusing local journalists and activists critical of their policies, a leading international human rights group said Tuesday.
Human Rights Watch said both the Western-backed Palestinian Authority led by Mahmoud Abbas in Yehudah and Shomron and its rival, the ruling Islamic terror group, Hamas, in the Gaza Strip, are “arresting, abusing and criminally charging journalists and activists who express peaceful criticism of the authorities.”
In 2007 Hamas ousted Abbas’s Fatah forces from Gaza in bloody street battles, leaving the Palestinians divided between two governments. Attempts at reconciliation have repeatedly failed, and both Hamas and the Fatah-led Palestinian Authority have periodically launched crackdowns against their rivals in efforts to consolidate power.
“The Palestinian governments in both Gaza and the West Bank are arresting and even physically abusing activists and journalists who express criticism on important public issues,” said Sari Bashi, the Israel and Palestine country director at Human Rights Watch.
HRW said that in the West Bank, Palestinian forces arrested activists and musicians who “ridiculed Palestinian security forces” and “accused the government of corruption” in statements posted on social media or stated in graffiti and songs.
In Gaza, the rights group said an activist who criticized Hamas for “failing to protect a man with a mental disability” was detained and intimidated by the group, as was a journalist who posted a photograph that was seen as offensive to the group.
The New York-based rights group said that in the incidents of abuse, “activists and journalists said that security officers beat or kicked them, deprived them of sleep and proper food, hosed them with cold and then hot water, and made them maintain uncomfortable positions for long hours.”
Tarik Abu Zaid, a journalist with the Hamas-allied al-Aqsa station, said he has been arrested by the Palestinian Authority three times, most recently in March, and held for a month each time.
“For the first week, the investigation was friendly,” he said. “But by the end of the first week, they started using several ways of physical and psychological torture to make me confess to charges that I didn’t do.” He said he was forced to stand and prevented from sleeping for three days and beaten in the genitals by an interrogator.
Jamal Dajani, spokesman for the Hamas government, said any such incidents were “isolated” and did not reflect official government policy. He said in some cases, journalists were arrested under defamation laws.
“These incidents have nothing to do with freedom of the press,” he said. “The government is working on creating a better environment for press freedom. We believe in and support the freedom of speech and the right for journalists to operate freely in Palestine.”
In Gaza, Hamas officials declined comment. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/human-rights-watch-palestinians-abuse-media-activists/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/3eef3163637c71f1317797c99936cc9af2c7abc1c54f82238ea47dc5ea8ca65d.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T10:49:48 | null | 2016-08-30T05:59:05 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Freport-n-korea-publicly-executes-two-officials%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/01/2016-01-10T145730Z_150538955_GF20000090170_RTRMADP_3_NORTHKOREA-KIM-300x200.jpg | en | null | Report: N. Korea Publicly Executes Two Officials | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 5:59 am |
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. (Reuters/KCNA)
SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korea publicly executed two officials in early August for disobeying leader Kim Jong Un, a South Korean newspaper reported on Tuesday, in what would be the latest in a series of high-level purges under the young leader’s rule, if confirmed.
Kim took power in 2011 after the death of his father, Kim Jong Il, and his consolidation of power has included purges and executions of top officials, South Korean officials have said.
Citing an unidentified source familiar with North Korea, the JoongAng Ilbo daily said former agriculture minister Hwang Min and Ri Yong Jin, a senior official at the education ministry, had been executed.
The report could not be independently verified, and South Korea’s Unification Ministry, which handles North Korea-related matters, did not have immediate comment. Some previous media reports of executions and purges in the reclusive state later proved inaccurate.
The report of the executions comes soon after the South said North Korea’s deputy ambassador in London had defected and arrived in the South with his family, dealing an embarrassing blow to Kim’s regime.
North Korea rarely announces purges or executions, although state media confirmed execution of Kim’s uncle and the man widely considered the second most powerful man in the country, Jang Song Thaek, in 2012 for factionalism and crimes damaging to the economy.
A former defense minister, Hyun Yong Chol, is also believed to have been executed last year for treason, according to the South’s spy agency.
The JoongAng Ilbo said the two men were executed at a military academy in Pyongyang.
North Korean state media described Hwang, one of the officials named, as agriculture minister in 2012, and referred to him as a vice minister of agriculture in 2014.
Hwang was killed because his policy proposals were seen as a challenge to Kim Jong Un, JoongAng Ilbo said. Ri was caught nodding off during a meeting with Kim and later investigated for corruption and showing disrespect to the leader, it added. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/report-n-korea-publicly-executes-two-officials/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/692a39d5846e1c8cc64ab7b9f1bdff1fdd2b9bb720d988911229d9aa5d29bd74.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T06:49:08 | null | 2016-08-29T02:46:14 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F29%2Flos-angeles-police-say-reports-of-gunfire-at-airport-false-alarm%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/USA-SECURITY-LOSANGELES-300x229.jpg | en | null | Los Angeles Police Say Reports of Gunfire at Airport 'False Alarm' | null | null | hamodia.com | Monday, August 29, 2016 at 2:46 am |
Traffic congestion is seen near Los Angeles International Airport, as terminals at the airport were evacuated briefly late on Sunday following a false alarm, in Los Angeles. (Reuters/Bob Riha Jr)
(Reuters) - Terminals at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) were evacuated briefly late on Sunday after reports of gunfire that police later determined were incorrect, in the second recent false alarm at a major U.S. airport.
At least two terminals were closed while security personnel checked them for anything suspicious, according to Officer Alicia Hernandez of the Los Angeles Police Department.
The central terminal’s arrival and departures areas as well as all other terminals reopened after about two hours.
An investigation was under way, Andy Neiman, head of media relations for the LAPD, said in an online message.
The alert came two months after police temporarily evacuated a terminal at New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport while they investigated reports of gunfire there, also later determined to be false.
A preliminary investigation of that incident, which also occurred on a Sunday evening, found no evidence of foul play or suspicious activity.
U.S. airport security officials have been on heightened alert in recent months following deadly attacks at international airports in Belgium and Turkey.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration said on its website that air traffic to LAX was being delayed at the point of departure.
Airport authorities said that an individual in a Zorro costume had been detained there, without indicating whether that incident was connected to Sunday night’s scare. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/29/los-angeles-police-say-reports-of-gunfire-at-airport-false-alarm/ | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/4499df63ab37b7083aabc54635de38289c28554226c0214570ab64da0e28b715.json |
[
"Dov Benovadia"
] | 2016-08-28T06:48:37 | null | 2016-08-28T02:43:45 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F28%2Fkatz-without-legal-changes-shabbos-work-likely-to-continue%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/F120103MS01-300x193.jpg | en | null | Katz: Without Legal Changes, Shabbos Work Likely to Continue | null | null | hamodia.com | Sunday, August 28, 2016 at 2:43 am |
View of the Hashalom train station in Tel Aviv. (Moshe Shai/Flash90)
YERUSHALAYIM - Responding to demands by chareidi MKs that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu fire him, Transport Minister Yisrael Katz said Sunday morning that his decision to allow work to be done on Israel Railways lines over Shabbos was the correct one. Speaking on Army Radio, Katz said that he “did not agree to allow any work to be done that could have been done during the week.”
He said, “I relied on a police report which stated that the work that was carried out would have endangered lives and caused a great deal of economic damage had it been conducted on weekdays.
“As transport minister I am empowered to make such decisions,” Katz continued. “These things have happened in the past, and they will continue to happen as long as the law remains as is. I recommend that all politicians take a step back and refrain from getting involved in day-to-day affairs. I am a traditional person and I am very careful about enforcing the status quo on religious observance, as well as laws relating to rest and time off. But these things demand compromise from all sides. This work could not have been done during the week,” he added.
On Friday, chareidi MKs railed against the planned maintenance and expansion of Israel Railway lines in the Tel Aviv area in order to accommodate the Tel Aviv light rail, currently under construction, that took place on Shabbos, and threatened to break up the coalition over the matter. Netanyahu intervened, ordering that some of the work be suspended, but allowing work that had been determined to be “lifesaving” to proceed. Police had said that postponing the work to a weekday would cause a “danger to life” because it would entail shutting down main highways in Tel Aviv, and emergency vehicles and ambulances would not be able to get through.
But on Motzoei Shabbos, chareidi MKs gathered to protest the work, claiming that it had gone far beyond the pikuach nefesh that had been promised. The MKs were demanding that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu fire Transport Minister Yisrael Katz, whom they said misled them, Channel Two said. MK Rabbi Moshe Gafni (United Torah Judaism) said that unlike what Katz claimed, “this work could have been done on a weekday. We never agreed that it should take place on Shabbos. Apparently, lying is one of Katz’s areas of expertise. We have seen this in recent months in other areas, as he lies to advance his political goals.”
According to Deputy Education Minister Rabbi Meir Porush (UTJ), “they presented this as a ‘lifesaving matter’ and necessary under the circumstances. If the prime minister wants us to remain in the coalition he must learn what the concept of ‘lifesaving’ (pikuach nefesh) means halachically. This was very much not the case in the work that took place in Tel Aviv.”
On Sunday, UTJ MK Rabbi Asher told Army Radio that his fellow MKs did not believe the police’s opinion, after having reviewed what it considered “lifesaving.” The chareidi MKs had not agreed to the work which took place. “They presented us with a finished picture that we could not investigate in advance. Shabbos is not a matter of politics, certainly not as far as we are concerned.”
Also speaking to Army Radio was coalition chairman MK David Bitan (Likud), who expressed hope that the matter would not turn into a coalition crisis. Bitan defended Katz, saying that he was doing a fine job as transport minister. “The chareidim will not decide who will be a Likud minister,” he said. “This demand that Katz be fired is unacceptable. The chareidim will never agree to allow work to be done on Shabbos. The struggle is not about what has happened, but to set criteria for the future.”
Bitan did have one criticism of Katz, saying that a press conference he held immediately after Shabbos was “unnecessary. What’s needed now is to calm matters. We are committed to the status quo, but that does not mean we cannot do anything on Shabbos. There are many activities going on on Shabbos, depending on the city. If the chareidim have any problem with such work they should discuss it with us.”
On Motzoei Shabbos, at the press conference Katz held at the site of the work, at the Hashalom train station in Tel Aviv, he declared that he had not “folded in the face of pressure to cancel the work, despite the pressure on me. I respect the chareidi parties and their voters but it was impossible to postpone this work until the middle of the week. I am happy that they accepted this position and realized that there was no choice but to carry out the work.” | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/28/katz-without-legal-changes-shabbos-work-likely-to-continue/ | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/b27dc7263c152d4f72bb5f14a9ed3c1666dbf76d39e8ead20ce62d4b1e55ee71.json |
[
"Yoni Weiss"
] | 2016-08-30T12:49:51 | null | 2016-08-30T08:12:11 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Fdriver-crashes-bus-stop-killing-woman-kvish-hachof%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/IMG-20160830-WA0003-300x225.jpg | en | null | Driver Crashes into Bus Stop, Killing Woman on Kvish Hachof | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 8:12 am |
Security and medical personnel at the scene of the fatal crash, Tuesday. (Chofi Barnes)
YERUSHALAYIM - A woman was killed and a man severely injured when a car crashed into a bus stop on Kvish Hachof, the Coastal Road, near the Olga Interchange, north of Tel Aviv, Tuesday afternoon.
The woman, in her 40s, was pronounced dead at the scene, while the man, in his 20s, suffering from multiple injuries and in a serious state, was taken to Hillel Yaffe Medical Center in Chadera.
The crash was initially thought to be a terror attack, but that suspicion was quickly dispelled.
According to reports, the driver was on his way home after arriving on a flight back to Israel and he may have fallen asleep at the wheel. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/driver-crashes-bus-stop-killing-woman-kvish-hachof/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/b2a36575fc80062baf22c7a85840039a4bc8a0fdd2d0204928f7bd96136c6ecb.json |
[] | 2016-08-28T12:48:50 | null | 2016-08-28T04:44:25 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F28%2Fsyrian-turkish-attacks-kill-syrian%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/AP16240501609891-300x200.jpg | en | null | Syrian Rebels Advance on Kurds as Turkish Strikes Kill 35 | null | null | hamodia.com | Sunday, August 28, 2016 at 4:44 am |
Turkish troops head to the Syrian border, in Karkamis, Turkey, Aug. 27. (AP Photo/Halit Onur Sandal)
BEIRUT (AP) - Turkey-backed Syrian rebels seized a number of villages and towns from Kurdish-led forces in northern Syria on Sunday amid Turkish airstrikes and shelling that killed at least 35 people, mostly civilians, according to rebels and a monitoring group.
Turkey sent tanks across the border to help Syrian rebels drive the Islamic State group out of the frontier town of Jarablus last week in a dramatic escalation of its involvement in the Syrian civil war.
The operation, labeled Euphrates Shield, is also aimed at pushing back U.S.-allied Kurdish forces. The fighting pits a NATO ally against a U.S.-backed proxy that is the most effective ground forces battling IS in Syria.
Turkish officials could not immediately be reached for comment.
A Turkish soldier was killed by a Kurdish rocket attack late Saturday, the first such fatality in the offensive, now in its fifth day.
Various factions of the Turkey-backed Syrian rebels said Sunday they have seized at least four villages and one town from Kurdish-led forces south of Jarablus. One of the villages to change hands was Amarneh, where clashes had been fiercest. Rebels posted pictures from inside the village.
Ankara is deeply suspicious of the Syrian Kurdish militia that dominates the U.S.-backed Syria Democratic Forces, viewing it as an extension of the Kurdish insurgency raging in southeastern Turkey. Turkish leaders have vowed to drive both IS and the Kurdish People’s Protection Units, or YPG, away from the border.
The SDF crossed the Euphrates River and drove IS out of Manbij, a key supply hub just south of Jarablus, earlier this month. Both Turkey and the United States have ordered the YPG to withdraw to the east bank of the river. YPG leaders say they have, but their units play an advisory role to the SDF and it is not clear if any of their forces remain west of the Euphrates.
Turkey is part of the U.S.-led coalition fighting IS, but the airstrikes that began Saturday marked the first time it has targeted Kurdish-led forces in Syria.
The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said the bombing killed at least 20 civilians and four Kurdish-led terrorists in Beir Khoussa, a village about nine miles south of Jarablus, and another 15 in a village to the west.
ANHA, the news agency of the Kurdish semi-autonomous areas, said Beir Khoussa has “reportedly lost all its residents.”
SDF spokesman Shervan Darwish said the airstrikes and shelling started overnight and continued Sunday along the front line, killing many civilians in Beir Khoussa and nearby areas. He said the bombing also targeted Amarneh village. He said 50 Turkish tanks were taking part in the offensive.
Syrian state news agency SANA reported that 20 civilians were killed and 50 wounded in Turkish artillery shelling and airstrikes, calling it Turkish “encroachment” on Syrian sovereignty under the pretext of fighting IS. Turkey is a leading backer of the rebels fighting to overthrow Syrian President Bashar Assad.
An Associated Press reporter in the Turkish border town of Karkamis spotted at least three Turkish jets flying into Syria amid heavy Turkish shelling from inside Syrian territory on Sunday morning. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/28/syrian-turkish-attacks-kill-syrian/ | en | 2016-08-28T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/d51b22e11100f6a9d2125022f6865ef4defbcaae80447278a07133f60785df2d.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T20:49:28 | null | 2016-08-29T14:50:02 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F29%2Feuropean-ships-rescue-thousands-migrants-off-libyan-coast%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/AP16242381526970-300x200.jpg | en | null | European Ships Rescue Thousands of Migrants Off Libyan Coast | null | null | hamodia.com | Monday, August 29, 2016 at 2:50 pm |
Migrants, most of them from Eritrea, jump into the water from a crowded wooden boat as they are helped by members of an NGO during a rescue operation on the Mediterranean sea, about 13 miles north of Sabratha, Libya, on Monday. (AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti)
OFF THE COAST OF LIBYA (AP) - Italian naval ships and vessels from non-government groups rescued thousands of migrants off the Libyan coast on Monday, the latest surge in desperate attempts to flee to Europe driven by war, poverty, and human traffickers.
The dramatic operation took place just 13 miles north of the town of Sabratha in Libya. Groups such as Proactiva Open Arms and Doctors Without Borders helped take on some 3,000 people who had been travelling in some 20 small wooden boats.
In images and video by The Associated Press, migrants from Eritrea and Somalia cheered as the rescue boats arrived, with some jumping into the water and swimming toward them while others carefully carried babies onto the rescue ships.
A migrant from Eritrea is helped after jumping into the water from a crowded wooden boat. (AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti)
Tens of thousands of Africans take the dangerous Mediterranean Sea route as a gateway to a better life in Europe, alongside those fleeing wars from Syria to Afghanistan.
Libya’s chaos and lack of border controls have made it into a transit route. Since the 2011 ouster and killing of longtime Libyan dictator Moammar Gadhafi, the country has sunk into lawlessness, facing a myriad of militias vying for influence and an emerging Islamic State affiliate.
Belongings left behind by migrants are seen in the floor of a wooden boat. (AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti)
In June, the European Union expanded its anti-smuggling operation in the central Mediterranean to include training Libyan coastal and naval forces, which are intercepting boats and returning migrants to Libya, where some are being held in abusive conditions.
Rights groups and experts estimate that there are about 3,500 migrants held in roughly 20 official detention facilities across Libya. Others are held in informal detention centers controlled by criminal gangs or armed groups. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/29/european-ships-rescue-thousands-migrants-off-libyan-coast/ | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/1a15891cae3b01653dc1b928529709fe632454247475ea3500e06b1f4de40bae.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T22:50:06 | null | 2016-08-30T18:16:21 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Fsenate-republicans-preside-brief-sessions-block-recess-appointments%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/wp-content/themes/hamodia/favicon.png | en | null | Senate Republicans Preside Over Brief Sessions to Block Recess Appointments | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 6:16 pm |
WASHINGTON (CQ-Roll Call/TNS) - On Tuesday morning, Sen. Shelley Moore Capito opened a Senate session that lasted just 30 seconds.
The West Virginia Republican is one of several GOP senators who have returned to the nation’s capital during the summer to gavel the chamber in and out — essentially a procedural gambit to block President Barack Obama from making any appointments while the Senate is out of town.
Republican lawmakers organized the brief sessions in early spring, following the death of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia. With Republican leadership vowing not to take up Obama’s nominee for the high court, Judge Merrick Garland, the senators tried to ensure that Obama would not take be able to advantage of the Senate being in recess to fill the court vacancy or other positions.
Obama has said he would not fill Supreme Court vacancy through a recess appointment, but the senators didn’t let their guard down. They simply kept the chamber open, periodically touching down for pro forma sessions.
“I think the Supreme Court vacancy made it clear that there’s no way we should just leave that open,” said Sen. James Lankford, R-Okla., who came back to D.C. to gavel in a session last week.
Lankford cited Obama’s appointments to the National Labor Relations Board as evidence that the administration could try to do an end run around Congress on some of the more politically contentious appointments. In 2014, the Supreme Court struck down those appointments because the Senate had held pro forma sessions, or brief Senate meetings.
“We were just choosing to say we’re going to do our task, and we do not want the White House to reach in and do recess appointments at the very end of their term,” Lankford said.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s office organized via email which senators would sit in the presiding officer’s chair every three days, according to Lankford.
The senators on duty during the lengthy summer recess include Lankford’s fellow freshmen senators, Joni Ernst of Iowa, Mike Rounds of South Dakota and Capito. Other senators who made the trip back to Washington included Orrin G. Hatch of Utah, Bob Corker of Tennessee and Tim Scott of South Carolina.
Lankford used his day to meet with his Washington staff. He also visited Anacostia, a neighborhood in the southeast part of the city, and met with some youths as part of ongoing conversations aimed at reducing poverty.
The Senate is set to return for five weeks next Tuesday. Lankford said he assumed the pro forma sessions will continue when Congress skips town in October.
The tactic has been embraced by Democrats, too. Then-Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., used pro forma sessions to block recess appointments under George W. Bush in 2007.
According to the Congressional Research Service, Democratic President William J. Clinton made 139 recess appointments, and Republican President George W. Bush made 171. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/senate-republicans-preside-brief-sessions-block-recess-appointments/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/436c1ebd4ee8c994c76fb37e8c7e8379477d137a12e84f44bd983a5beacaf73f.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T20:50:03 | null | 2016-08-30T15:00:48 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Fu-s-stocks-mostly-lower-investors-wait-jobs-report%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/2016-08-30T145302Z_25248420_S1AETYKYEWAA_RTRMADP_3_USA-STOCKS-300x200.jpg | en | null | U.S. Stocks Are Mostly Lower as Investors Wait for Jobs Report | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 3:00 pm |
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Tuesday. (Reuters/Lucas Jackson)
NEW YORK (AP) - U.S. stocks were slightly lower in afternoon trading Tuesday in another quiet day as the slow summer season comes to an end. Hershey plunged after the company walked away from a merger proposal, and Apple slipped after the company was hit with a large tax bill in Europe.
Investors continue to wait to see where the Federal Reserve will move interest rates later this year, with the next key piece of data coming later this week with the August jobs report.
KEEPING SCORE: The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 69 points, or 0.4 percent, to 18,434 as of 2 p.m. Eastern. The Standard & Poor’s 500 index lost seven points, or 0.3 percent, to 2,174 and the Nasdaq composite fell 19 points, or 0.4 percent, to 2,214.
Trading was extremely light, with the market on pace to have its slowest trading day so far this year.
DEAL’S OFF: Hershey fell $12.42, or 11 percent, to $99.25 after snack food company Mondelez International said it was walking away from its proposal to buy Hershey for roughly $25 billion. Mondelez, which makes Oreo cookies and other snack foods, initially proposed to buy the company earlier this summer, but Hershey is a notoriously difficult company to propose mergers with since the majority of the shares are controlled by a non-profit organization.
TAXMAN COMETH: Apple fell $1.08, or 1 percent, to $105.74 after the European Union ruled that it has to pay $14.5 billion in back taxes to Ireland. Both Apple and Ireland said they would appeal the decision, which is the EU’s latest and most aggressive move in its campaign to have multinationals pay a fair tax rate.
JOBS: Investors are awaiting the Labor Department’s monthly jobs survey on Friday for signs on whether the U.S. economy remains on solid footing. Economists expect employers added 182,500 jobs in August and that the unemployment rate fell slightly to 4.8 percent.
A strong jobs report would give the Federal Reserve additional ammunition to raise interest rates either at its September meeting or later this year.
DOLLAR: The dollar rose to 103.02 yen from 101.98 yen late Monday. The euro slipped to $1.1142 from $1.1187.
The U.S. dollar has risen noticeably since Friday, after Fed Chair Janet Yellen and the bank’s vice chair both said the U.S. economy could handle higher interest rates this year.
UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT: United Continental rose $3.97, or 8.5 percent, to $50.92 after the company announced it was hiring a former American Airlines executive, Scott Kirby, to become United’s new president and take over the day-to-day operations of the company.
ENERGY: Benchmark U.S. crude oil fell 55 cents to $46.43 a barrel. Brent crude, used to price oil internationally, fell 71 cents to $48.75 a barrel.
BONDS: Bond prices were mostly unchanged. The yield on the 10-year Treasury note edged up to 1.57 percent. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/u-s-stocks-mostly-lower-investors-wait-jobs-report/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/bb22bdd3dbc8c60619d7bfd171a9ef10e55fb4ac6489c58bfd96a41f2f49268e.json |
[
"Josh Lederman",
"Eric Tucker"
] | 2016-08-26T12:55:50 | null | 2016-08-26T03:36:41 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F26%2Fin-depth-u-s-turkey-at-impasse-over-extraditing-muslim-cleric%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/TURKEY-SECURITY-300x200.jpg | en | null | IN DEPTH: U.S., Turkey at Impasse Over Extraditing Muslim Cleric | null | null | hamodia.com | Friday, August 26, 2016 at 3:36 am |
U.S.-based Muslim cleric Fethullah Gulen. (Reuters/Charles Mostoller)
WASHINGTON (AP) - Turkey says the United States is legally bound by a treaty to immediately hand over Fethullah Gulen, the U.S.-based Muslim cleric it accuses of plotting to overthrow Turkey’s government.
The U.S. government says it can’t comply until Turkey can convince a judge its allegations against Gulen are legitimate. Any solution lies in the murky world of extradition, where the U.S. criminal justice system overlaps diplomacy and international law.
Unable to agree about the process, Turkey and the U.S. are feuding over Gulen, who denies involvement in the thwarted July 15 coup attempt. It’s become the biggest irritant between the two strategic partners just as they struggle to reconcile their approaches to fighting the Islamic State group across Turkey’s border in Syria.
During Vice President Joe Biden’s visit to Ankara this week, the disagreement played out in unusually sharp and open fashion. Both Turkey’s prime minister and president publicly badgered Biden and said the U.S. was harboring a terrorist, while Biden tried simultaneously to show sympathy and defend U.S. legal traditions.
“It’s never understood that the wheels of justice move deliberately and slowly,” Biden said.
A look at the case against Gulen and how extradition works:
Q: Why does Turkey want Gulen extradited?
A: Once an ally of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Gulen now lives in self-imposed exile in Pennsylvania. He’s associated with Sufism, or Islamic mysticism, and a founder of a movement known as Hizmet — “Service” in Turkish — that first expanded outside Turkey in the early 1990s after the Soviet Union fell. Gulen’s followers have established a network of schools around the world, and Turkey accuses Gulen of surreptitiously grooming students to eventually overthrow Turkey’s government. But U.S. officials say privately they’re skeptical about claims that Gulen was involved in the failed coup.
Q: Has Turkey provided evidence that Gulen should be returned?
A: Yes and no. Turkey has submitted extradition requests for Gulen, but senior Obama administration officials say those requests were based on alleged crimes prior to the coup attempt. Turkey’s justice minister says more evidence relating specifically to the failed coup will be submitted next week.
Q: How does extradition ordinarily work?
A: Foreign countries seeking to prosecute individuals located in the United States must submit a formal request to the U.S. government laying out evidence. The requirements are spelled out in a treaty between the U.S. and Turkey, signed in 1979, that allows for extradition for crimes recognized in both countries.
The State Department and the Justice Department both have a hand in processing requests. The U.S. Attorneys’ Manual says that after the State Department receives the requests, the Justice Department evaluates them. Those determined to be legally sufficient are forwarded to the court district where the person being sought lives so he or she can be brought before a magistrate.
The process generally unfolds in secret, with countries inclined to avoid tipping off subjects of their extradition requests. By publicly broadcasting their intent to seize Gulen, Turkey is “playing to the public arena” rather than standard legal protocol, said former State Department legal adviser Ashley Deeks, who teaches national security law at the University of Virginia.
Q: How does the U.S. decide whether Turkey’s request moves forward?
A: This appears to be where the understanding between the U.S. and Turkey has broken down.
The treaty doesn’t lay out in detail how much discretion the U.S. is accorded to evaluate the merits of the allegation before turning the request over to a judge. So Turkey, having submitted a request, says Gulen should be turned over immediately — or “at least be detained, arrested and kept under surveillance” while the process plays out, Erdogan said on Wednesday.
But aside from the treaty, the U.S. government also has constitutional and domestic legal requirements to worry about. That includes making sure any arrest warrants issued in the U.S. meet the standard of probable cause.
“They’re not going to just pick him up and put him on a plane to Istanbul. That’s crazy,” said Douglas McNabb, a Houston-based lawyer specializing in extradition. Added Andrew Levchuk, formerly an attorney in the Justice Department’s Office of International Affairs: “It’s entirely up to us what steps we take.”
Q: Let’s say the U.S. decides the request is legitimate. What happens next?
A: Gulen would be brought before a magistrate in Pennsylvania. It’s not a trial. The U.S. Attorney’s Office wouldn’t have to prove he’s guilty, just that there’s sufficient legal basis for him to be tried in Turkey.
If the judge recommends extradition, the request goes back to the State Department. That’s where Gulen’s attorneys could present other arguments against extradition, such as claims he’d be tortured if he were returned or that the health of Gulen, who is in his 70s, is too poor for him to travel.
Q: Are there any exceptions in the treaty?
A: Yes, a big one.
The treaty says extradition may be refused if the crime is regarded as being of a “political character or an offense connected with such an offense.” Turkey’s longstanding gripes with Gulen could provide fodder for such an argument, though the treaty does say any offense committed against a head of state can’t be classified as of a “political character.”
“The defendant in this case is going to scream to the high heavens that this is politically motivated,” predicted Frank Rubino, a lawyer who defends individuals facing extradition. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/26/in-depth-u-s-turkey-at-impasse-over-extraditing-muslim-cleric/ | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/c416324f1310ec80e089ef32190bb3f99d7f1cce6dafe4dd258233b9ce178e6b.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T14:49:51 | null | 2016-08-30T10:35:35 | null | http%3A%2F%2Fhamodia.com%2F2016%2F08%2F30%2Fcar-bomb-somali-presidents-palace%2F.json | http://hamodia.com/hamod-uploads/2016/08/SOMALIA-BLAST-300x194.jpg | en | null | Car Bomb Kills at Least 10 Outside Somali President's Palace | null | null | hamodia.com | Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 10:35 am |
Security forces stand at the SYL hotel that was partly destroyed following a car bomb outside the president’s palace in the Somali capital of Mogadishu, Tuesday. (Reuters/Feisal Omar)
MOGADISHU (Reuters) -
A car bomb claimed by al Shabaab Islamist terrorists killed at least 10 people, including soldiers and civilians, outside the president’s palace in the Somali capital of Mogadishu and badly damaged two nearby hotels, police said.
Information Minister Mohamed Abdi Hayir told state radio that a meeting of security officials was under way inside one of the hotels, the SYL, at the time of blast and that one minister and some state radio journalists were injured in the attack.
The SYL and another hospitality facility, both located near the Presidential Palace, were partially destroyed by the blast, Major Mohamed Ali, a police officer, told Reuters.
“The blast killed 10 (people) including soldiers and civilians and 30 others were wounded,” Ali said.
Witnesses told Reuters that gunfire could be heard after the explosion and that a huge cloud of smoke could be seen above the president’s palace, outside of which were the remnants of the car and splattered blood.
“A suicide car bomb exploded outside the presidential palace. So far two hotels opposite the palace are partially destroyed,” police officer Major Mohamed Ali told Reuters by phone.
The al-Qaida-linked al Shabaab group has claimed responsibility for several recent explosions in Mogadishu, including a car bomb and gun attack last week that killed 10 people at a popular beach restaurant in the capital.
Al Shabaab’s Radio Andaluz said that the group was behind the attack.
In a separate incident, al Shabaab terrorists attacked military bases housing government and African Union troops southwest of the capital late on Monday, police and the group said on Tuesday. Military officer Major Bile Farah said a soldier and two al Shabaab terrorists were killed in the attack at K-50 in the Lower Shabelle region.
Al Shabaab’s military operations spokesman, Abdiasis Abu Musab, said the group’s terrorists had killed 10 soldiers and commandeered a vehicle from the Somali government soldiers.
The terrorists were pushed out of Mogadishu by the African Union peacekeeping force AMISOM in 2011 but have remained a serious threat, launching frequent attacks aimed at overthrowing the government.
Seeking to impose its own harsh form of Islam, al Shabaab has also launched attacks in Kenya and Uganda which have contributed troops to the 22,000-strong AMISOM force. | http://hamodia.com/2016/08/30/car-bomb-somali-presidents-palace/ | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | hamodia.com/a48e084e18c4e9c7615659102d3d9c508071db2dbaa8ee9b7b774d8b3a3e7f8f.json |
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