{"text":"How to Find AND Utilize Micro-Influencers on TikTok\nPaid Advertising Influencer Marketing Social Media Marketing social media TikTok\nInfluencer marketing. It's everywhere. It's taking the social media world by storm. It's big. But it's also getting bigger.\nTikTok has also really taken off in the last two years, captivating audiences and turning heads. In fact, its one of the fastest growing social networks out there right now. And with TikTok soaring to new heights, the influencer marketing opportunities on the platform will continue to flourish as well.\nBut how can you make the most of the platform in terms of influencer marketing? How can you find and even utilize micro-influencers for your brand on TikTok?\nA Quick Overview of TikTok\nTikTok: Everyone's favorite short form video platform, packed full of relatable, amusing and interesting content that can keep you scrolling...and scrolling...and scrolling for hours of entertainment.\nUsers of the platform can choose between uploading 15 second or 60 second videos chalk full of lip-syncs, dances, pranks and pretty much whatever comes to mind. It's a spontaneous platform, for sure.\nWith filters, music, sound effects and more, its the perfect platform for creatives, wannabe creatives and even individuals who don't feel particularly creative.\nJust How Popular is TikTok?\nIf you don't want to take our word for it, we'll give you a little insight into just how popular this creative app has become. Check it out:\nImage Credit of: MediaKix\nTikTok had a major surge in popularity since 2016 when parent company ByteDance merged Musical.ly and TikTok, giving TikTok an open door to hit the GenZ market hard.\nThe monthly app downloads since 2016 have steadily increased since then, giving TikTok a 500 million active user count and surpassing both Facebook and Instagram for downloads. This also means that TikTok has long surpassed Vine, (RIP. \ud83d\ude22) which, at the peak of its popularity had around 2oo million active users.\nWHO is the TikTok Audience?\nThe majority of users on TikTok are made up of GenZers. However, more and more businesses are realizing the power behind what this app can do for them, making the crowds and opportunities quite diverse.\nWith users spending an average of around 52 minutes on TikTok, that gives marketers like us plenty of time to make the most of platform.\nBuilding Your Influencer Marketing Campaign on TikTok\nWhile its true that TikTok hasn't been around long, we're already beginning to see the major benefits of using TikTok influencer marketing and finding better ways to utilize the tool for our social media strategies.\nWhen it comes to influencer marketing on TikTok, there are five guidelines you will want to very carefully follow if you want to get the best results.\n1) Research the Platform\nAnd when we say research, we mean research. Learn the ins and outs and what to expect from your campaign at its best and its worst. Of course it'll take some experimentation, but at the end of the day, having the information under your belt can be the lifeblood of your strategy.\n2) Carefully Vet Potential Micro-Influencers\nYou can get a pretty good idea of a micro-influencers track record based on their profile, but have your list of questions and concerns prepared anyway. Find out what they have to say and what they think worked the best in past experience. If they can point you in the direction of a past client and you can catch an opportunity to get their feedback, do it. You'll be surprised at how much more comfortable it will make you through the process.\n3) Determine the Goals of the Campaign\nMake sure that before you're bringing in a third party, you have carefully mapped out what the \"official\" rules of your campaign include. What do you expect to get from the campaign? What will it take to get there? Are there known \"hiccup\" points? Write it all out and discuss it with your team to avoid confusion and make sure your chosen micro-influencer candidate is also in on the conversation.\n4) Don't Tie Your Influencers Down Creatively\nLet them be creative! Let them use their imagination and get their input. After all, no one is going to know their audience like they do. Make the most of it and the end results will prove the point.\n5) Avoid the Legal Mess and Stay FTC Compliant!\nIf you've worked with micro-influencers and influencers before, this warning isn't for you, but for those who haven't. Heed the warning and make certain that your TikTok influencers comply with FTC guidelines. Otherwise, it can be a costly, legal mess. Don't be caught!\nFinding Influencers on TikTok\nBefore you can ever jump start your campaign, you need influencers. So how can you find them? How do you know who will best fit your brand and your product?\nThere's three ways that we have found seem to have the best results for brands on TikTok that we have outlined below.\n1) Identify Existing Influencers Through the \"Discover\" Feature\nWho knows, maybe they'll work well for your brand! You can narrow this down also by searching #ad + whatever hashtags you feel are relevant to your brand and narrowing in on the influencers that are speaking directly or indirectly to a portion of your audience.\n2) Cross-Check Relevant Influencers on Other Platforms\nIf they're on Instagram, chances are, they're probably on TikTok. Give it a shot and check out what they have to offer. This will also give you an idea of how your micro-influencer will market products to different audiences.\n3) Knowing Your Target Audience Goes A Long Way\nIf you know what they would want to watch, what they ARE watching, how they're interacting and who they're interacting with, you can narrow in on who might influence them the most. And no, just because they have a lot of followers doesn't mean they're the best influencer for your brand, so choose carefully.\nFinding your ideal candidate may seem difficult, but trust me. It's worth it.\nIf you feel like you're exhausting your options and can't find a suitable influencer, there are tools like Julius and Fanbytes that also work well in place of organic searches.\nSo there you have it. Influencer marketing on TikTok. Is it complicated? Yes. Difficult? Sometimes. Worth it? Absolutely.\nAre you hiding any valuable TikTok secrets? We want to hear from you!","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Flyers cut ties with Kate Smith recordings after 'offensive lyrics' come to light\nThe Flyers say they are removing Kate Smith's recordings of \"God Bless America\" from their library after racist lyrics from the 1930s came to light.\nFlyers cut ties with Kate Smith recordings after 'offensive lyrics' come to light The Flyers say they are removing Kate Smith's recordings of \"God Bless America\" from their library after racist lyrics from the 1930s came to light. Check out this story on courierpostonline.com: https:\/\/www.courierpostonline.com\/story\/sports\/nhl\/flyers\/flyer-files\/2019\/04\/19\/flyers-cut-ties-kate-smith-recordings-due-offensive-lyrics\/3518478002\/\nDave Isaac, NHL writer Published 9:56 a.m. ET April 19, 2019 | Updated 6:08 p.m. ET April 19, 2019\nIn this May 13, 1975, file photo, Kate Smith sings \"God Bless America\" before the Flyers played the New York Islanders in the playoff semifinals. (Photo: AP)\nMore than 30 years after the death of Kate Smith, who famously sang \"God Bless America\" before Flyers games, the team has cut ties with recordings of the singer they used to play on the scoreboard as a good-luck charm.\nThe Flyers followed the footsteps of the New York Yankees, who have also stopped using recordings of Smith singing \"God Bless America,\" after a report from the New York Daily News highlighted a racist song that was a top-20 hit in 1931.\nSmith's recording of a song entitled \"That's Why Darkies Were Born,\" included lyrics \"Someone had to pick the cotton, someone had to pick the corn, someone had to slave and be able to sing.\"\nFlyers cover Kate Smith statue, cut her recordings after 'offensive lyri...\nFlyers fan Ken Giusini of Philadelphia takes a selfie next to a covered statue of Kate Smith that stands outside the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Friday, April 19, 2019. The Flyers covered the statue of the singer and cut ties with her recordings of \"God Bless America,\" the team used to play on the scoreboard as a good-luck charm, after several songs performed by Smith containing offensive lyrics have come to light. Giusini stated that he is totally appalled with the decision to cover the statue of Smith. Chris LaChall\/Staff Photographer\nA covered statue of Kate Smith stands outside the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Friday, April 19, 2019. The Flyers covered the statue of the singer and cut ties with her recordings of \"God Bless America,\" the team used to play on the scoreboard as a good-luck charm after several songs performed by Smith containing offensive lyrics have come to light. Chris LaChall\/Staff Photographer\nFlyers fan Ken Giusini of Philadelphia takes a photo of a covered statue of Kate Smith that stands outside the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Friday, April 19, 2019. The Flyers covered the statue after recordings of the singer containing offensive lyrics have come to light. Giusini stated that he is totally appalled with the decision to cover the statue of Smith. Chris LaChall\/Staff Photographer\nThe Flyers released the following statement Friday morning:\n\"We have recently become aware that several songs performed by Kate Smith contain offensive lyrics that do not reflect our values as an organization. As we continue to look into this serious matter, we are removing Kate Smith's recording of 'God Bless America' from our library and covering up the statue that stands outside of our arena.\"\nSmith first sang \"God Bless America\" live before the Flyers' home opener of the 1973-74 season, their first Stanley Cup championship season. According to flyershistory.net, Smith sang in person a handful of times but between live performances, recordings and duets with Flyers anthem singer Lauren Hart performing alongside the recordings, the Flyers had a record of 101-31-5 when Smith's rendition was played.\nThe Flyers did play the recording of \"God Bless America\" this season.\nDave Isaac; @davegisaac; 856-486-2479; disaac@gannett.com\nRead or Share this story: https:\/\/www.courierpostonline.com\/story\/sports\/nhl\/flyers\/flyer-files\/2019\/04\/19\/flyers-cut-ties-kate-smith-recordings-due-offensive-lyrics\/3518478002\/\nFlyers prospect watch: Wade Allison 'always catching up'","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Life of William Blake, \"pictor Ignotus\", with Selections from His ..., Volume 1\nBy Alexander Gilchrist\nindicating uncertain application to the practice of art. He was then living at 44, Great Marlborough Street. Mr. Palmer, one of Blake's young disciples in those days, well remembers a visit to the Academy in Blake's company, during which the latter pointed to a picture near the ceiling, by Wainwright, and spoke of it as 'very fine.' It was a scene from Walton's Angler, exhibited in 1823 or 4. While\nso many moments better worthy to remain are fled,' writes Mr. Palmer to me, 'the caprice of memory presents me with the image of Blake looking up at Wainwright's picture ; Blake in his plain black suit and rather broad-brimmed, but not quakerish hat, standing so quietly among all the dressed-up, rustling, swelling people, and myself thinking \"How little you know who is among you !\"!\nDuring the first years of The London Magazine, 1820\u201423, Wainwright was a contributor, under various pseudonyms, of articles, not, as Talfourd mistakenly describes them, 'of mere flashy assumption,' full of disdainful notices of living artists ;' but articles of real literary merit and originality ; in a vein of partly feigned coxcombry and flippant impertinence, of wholly genuine sympathy with art (within orthodox limits), and recognition of the real excellencies of the moderns,\u2014of Retsch, of Stothard, for example, and of Etty, then a young man. They are articles by no means obsolete yet, even in their opinions; in matter and style still fresh and readable; standing out in vivid contrast to the heavy common-place of the Editor's, now so stale and flat, in the same department of artcriticism. They attracted the notice and admiration of Lamb, whose personal regard he retained for many years ; of De Quincey and of Procter\u2014no mean judges.\nIn one of these smart, harum-scarum articles (Sept. 1820), entitled \"Mr. Janus Weathercock's Private Correspondence,'\u2014a letter on topics so miscellaneous as Recent Engravings, Pugilism, and Chapman's Homer,\u2014occurs incidental reference to Blake, the only one I have found in the series. \"Talking of articles, my learned\n' friend Dr. Tobias Ruddicombe, M.D. is, at my earnest entreaty, 'casting a tremendous piece of ordnance, an eighty-eight pounder ! 'which he proposeth to fire off in your next. It is an account\nof an ancient, newly discovered, illuminated manuscript, which has 'to name \" Jerusalem the Emanation of the Giant Albion \"!!! 'It contains a good deal anent one \" Los,\" who, it appears, is now, 'and hath been from the Creation, the sole and four-fold dominator\nof the celebrated city of Golgonooza! The doctor assures me that 'the redemption of mankind hangs on the universal diffusion of the \u2022 doctrines broached in this MS. But, however, that isn't the subject of this scrinium, scroll, or scrawl, or whatever you may call it.'\nThis was probably a feeler of Wainwright's, to try Editor Scott's pulse as to a paper on Blake; which, however, if written never appeared. Scott, who had originally encouraged Wainwright to use the pen, was rather discomposed by his systematic impertinences and flightiness, and now began 'rapping him over the knuckles,' cutting his articles down, and even refusing them admission ; as is related in a subsequent contribution, one of Wainwright's last (Jan. 1823). After Scott's tragic end in a preposterous duel with one of the rancorous Blackwood set, Wainwright had been put on the staff again, at the urgent representations of Lamb and Procter. The paper in question, entitled Janus Weatherbound, contains some singularly interesting reminiscences-when we call to mind the man's subsequent history\u2014of the writer's own previous career; of John Scott himself and his sudden death-bed, of Lamb and his sister, and of other fellow-contributors to The London.\nTalfourd, in his Final Memorials of Lamb, has told the after story of Wainwright's life; Bulwer, in his Lucretia, has worked it up into fiction ; and De Quincey, in his Autobiographic Sketches, has thrown over it a gleam from the fitful torchlight of his vivifying imagination. From them we learn how expensive tastes for fine\ninto more books, articles of virt\u00f9, on the one hand; for mere elegant\nliving on the other; for combining, in short, the man about town and the man of refined taste and high sympathies, led him into inevitable money difficulties, into shifts of all kinds, and convulsive efforts to raise the wind. How, in 1830, about half a dozen years subsequent to his connexion with The London and familiar intercourse with some of the most original men of that generation, he began insuring the life of a young and beautiful sister-in-law, for a short term, in various offices, to the amount of 18,0001. in all. How he contrived that the poor girl, after having made a will in his favour, should die before the two years' term was out, without any appearance of foul play,\u2014he using the then little known vegetable poison, strychnine, now so familiar to newspaper readers. How the assurance offices instinctively disputed his claims; and, after five years of the law's delay' in Chancery and two trials at common law, succeeded in their resistance on the technical point\u2014that the insurance was not a bon\u00e2 fide one of the deceased's own effecting: the graver ground of objection being waived for want of conclusive evidence, though sufficient daylight was let in to warrant the darkest construction of Wainwright's real character. How, after skulking about France a few years, with a bottle of strychnine in his pocket, and, it is suspected, using the same on a confiding friend or two, Wainwright was, in 1836, apprehended for forgery of his wife's trustee's signature (he had a wife and child); was tried, pleaded guilty, and sentenced to transportation for life : finally made base revelations to the offices, enabling them to defeat the claims of his surviving sister-in-law, in the craven hope of mitigation of punishment; in which hope he was deceived. In the extremity of infamy and wretchedness, the somewhile associate of Coleridge, Blake, Lamb, still piqued himself on being the gentleman, though under a cloud; still claimed a soul sympathising with poetry, philosophy, and all high things, showing no remorse. In Australia ended the ghastly motley of his life, a few years ago.\nComplete oblivion seems already to have overtaken all that Wainwright painted; though we cannot doubt, from Blake's testimony, as reported by Mr. Palmer, that his works belonged, in whatever degree, to the class showing individual power. He seems to have practised painting as a means of subsistence in Australia during his last years, as well as at an earlier, and not yet hopeless, time in England. Of the first period of his painting, there is said to be some evidence in designs to an edition of Chamberlayne's poems, which I have sought for, but failed to find, at the British Museum; and in the preface to which he is spoken of, I am told, as a young man of high hopes. To the last period belongs a portrait of the Hon. Miss Power, painted in Australia, which also is known to me by report, not by eyesight. Into any of the works of such a life it is difficult to search without feeling as if every step were taken among things dead and doomed. But the truth about Wainwright's essays on art is, that they display a real knowledge, insight, and power of language, which remained unequalled, in their own walk of criticism, from that day till the splendid advent and immediate influence of Ruskin. This being thus in fact, though sometimes otherwise stated, it would be interesting, even highly so, to discover what has become of Wainwright's pictures, and what were the practical artistic gifts of one whose nature presents such strange and hideous contrasts.\nI trust that the decision with which I have spoken of this man's great talents will not be taken as implying any bluntness of repugnance for the great criminality which, I fear, stands substantially, though never explicitly, proved against him. But art has its own truth, as absolute as that of life itself, and demanding a wholly independent verdict, not to be appealed against on any ground of good deeds, and which not even the sternest personal censure can annul.\nCHAPTER XXXII.\nINVENTIONS TO THE BOOK OF JOB. 1823\u201325. ET. 66\u201368.]\nAs we have often to repeat, Blake was even more a neglected man in these days of Lawrence and Wilkie than he had been in those of Reynolds and Gainsborough. The majority of connoisseurs, a set of men who, to tell the truth, know little more about art, the vital part of it, have no quicker perception or deeper insight into its poetic and spiritual qualities than the mob of educated men, though they prate more: these were, as they still are, blind to his beauties. And this being so, the publishing class deserves no special blame for its blindness and timidity.\nEven his old friend Mr. Butts, a friend of more than thirty years' standing, the possessor of his best temperas and water-colour drawings, and of copies of all his engraved books, grew cool. The patron had often found it a hard matter not to offend the independent, wilful painter, ever the prouder for his poverty and neglect, always impracticable and extreme when ruffled or stroked the wrong way. The patron had himself begun to take offence at Blake's quick resentment of well-meant, if blunt, advice and at the unmeasured violence of his speech when provoked by opposition. The wealthy merchant employed him but little now, and during the few remaining years of Blake's life they seldom met.\nOne of the last, if not the very last, works bought by Mr. Butts of Blake, was the original series of twenty-one water-colour drawings or Inventions from the Book of Job, the longest and most important series executed since The Grave, in 1805 ; still loftier in theme, nobler in","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"500 Walnut (2017)\nby daniel | Apr 17, 2017 | Recent Projects\nCarr & Duff, Inc. completed the power distribution system for a new mixed-use 26-story building and mechanical penthouse, consisting of luxury condominiums, retail space and a fully automated parking facility at 500 Walnut Street. Carr & Duff, Inc. provided...\nI-95 BRO (2017)\nCarr & Duff, Inc. installed new highway lighting, traffic signalization, sign lighting as well as Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) technology for the Betsy Ross BRO interchange improvements in Philadelphia. This unique project consisted of electrical work...\nTemple University Dental School (2017)\nCarr & Duff, Inc. replaced the existing electrical distribution and riser in the 5-story Dental School facility. The new system is 13.2kv to 120v\/208v three phase four wire system, which replaced the existing 5kv to 120v\/240v two phase five wire system. The new...\nThe Safety Always Attitude","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"A win over Capitals in Game 7 would make Rangers first team to overcome 3-1 playoff deficit in consecutive seasons\nBy Stephen Lorenzo\nExperience: The Rangers have been in similar situation than the one they find themselves against the Capitals, having rallied from a 3-1 deficit last season vs. Pittsburgh. (Bruce Bennett\/Getty Images)\nIt's deja vu all over again. At least the Rangers hope so.\nFor the second consecutive season, the Blueshirts have rallied back from a 3-1 series deficit in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and forced a Game 7. Last year, the Rangers won that Game 7 in Pittsburgh, 2-1, behind goals from Brian Boyle and Brad Richards and 35 saves from Henrik Lundqvist. This time they'll be on their home ice at Madison Square Garden trying to do what no NHL team has ever done: come back from a 3-1 series deficit in consecutive seasons.\nRELATED: RANGERS COACH DOWNPLAYS ALEX OVECHKIN'S GAME 7 GUARANTEE\nIf there is one thing the Rangers have on their side, it's experience.\n\"There's no doubt that I have a lot of confidence in this group's individual preparation and the team's preparation,\" Alain Vigneault said Monday via conference call. \"All year long, we've found ways to win and I really believe that that goes back to your training on the ice, off the ice and your individual preparation to get you in that zone to go out, execute and compete. This group has done it many times in many important moments. hopefully we'll be able to continue.\"\n\"There's no doubt experience, and positive experience, helps in the preparation and your mental state,\" the head coach continued. \"Our guys have gotten experience and they've gotten positive experience, but there's still individual work that needs to go into getting yourself ready. They need to do that for Wednesday.\"\nOffensively, the floodgates seemed to open for the Rangers with four goals in Game 6. But Lundqvist is the most important piece to locking up a second straight berth in the Eastern Conference Final, and he too has experience. The Blueshirts goaltender is 13-3 with a 1.42 goals against average, a .955 save percentage and two shutouts in his last 16 games when the Rangers have faced elimination. He's also 9-0 in elimination games at MSG. Both of the shutouts came against Washington in 2013, when he and the Rangers beat Braden Holtby and the Capitals 1-0 and 5-0 in Games 6 and 7 respectively to advance.\n... Rangers Hall of Fame goaltender Eddie Giacomin was inducted into Madison Square Garden's Walk of Fame on Monday along with Hall of Fame Knicks forward Harry Gallatin, award winning photographer George Kalinsky and the Grateful Dead.\nMOBILE USER? WATCH DAILY NEWS LIVE'S PREVIEW OF GAME 7 HERE\nLatest Rangers\nJosh Bailey, Thomas Greiss help Islanders get revenge against Rangers","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Masters Programs in Global Management 2023 in Birmingham in United Kingdom\nMaster \u203a\nGlobal Management \u203a\nWest Midlands \u203a\nBirmingham \u203a\nA masters refers to the completion of a graduate study program that prepares students to further their knowledge of a specific subject or advance their careers. The majority of masters are granted by state or public universities.To take things to an international level requires some knowledge on what the global markets needs. As such it requires you to get the right set of skills, which can be got\u2026 Read more\nA masters refers to the completion of a graduate study program that prepares students to further their knowledge of a specific subject or advance their careers. The majority of masters are granted by state or public universities.\nTo take things to an international level requires some knowledge on what the global markets needs. As such it requires you to get the right set of skills, which can be gotten by doing a Master in Global Management.\nBirmingham is home to six universities, largest further education college in UK, three business schools and three religious education colleges. It's no wonder it's the second most populous British city, other than London.\n1 Results in Global Management, Birmingham\nMSc Global Business Management\nAston University Online\nAston University's distance learning MSc Global Business Management programme builds essential economic, managerial and problem-solving abilities to lead on a global scale. Ou ... +\nAston University's distance learning MSc Global Business Management programme builds essential economic, managerial and problem-solving abilities to lead on a global scale. Our fully online format allows you to gain international exposure and receive a world-class UK degree from wherever you are in the world. -","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"DownloadEmailPrint\nGoods and Services Tax Ruling\nGSTR 2001\/7\nGoods and services tax: meaning of GST turnover, including the effect of section 188-25 on projected GST turnover\nPlease note that the PDF version is the authorised consolidated version of this ruling and amending notices.\nFrom 1 July 2015, the term 'Australia' is replaced in nearly all instances within the GST, Luxury Car Tax, and Wine Equalisation Tax legislation with the term 'indirect tax zone' by the Treasury Legislation Amendment (Repeal Day) Act 2015. The scope of the new term, however, remains the same as the now repealed definition of 'Australia' used in those Acts. This change was made for consistency of terminology across the tax legislation, with no change in policy or legal effect. For readability and other reasons, where the term 'Australia' is used in this document, it is referring to the 'indirect tax zone' as defined in subsection 195-1 of the GST Act.\nThis Ruling is being reviewed to incorporate the amendments made by Tax and Superannuation Laws Amendment (2016 Measures No. 1) Act 2016. The changes impact how GST applies to cross-border supplies. Schedule 1 of this Act (about business to consumers supplies) applies from 1 July 2017 and Schedule 2 (generally about business to business supplies) applies from 1 October 2016. For more information see www.ato.gov.au\/AusGST.\nThis document has changed over time. View its history.\nFOI status:\nmay be released\nWhat this Ruling is about\nDate of effect\nRuling with explanations\nDetailed contents list\nThis document was published prior to 1 July 2010 and was a public ruling for the purposes of former section 37 of the Taxation Administration Act 1953 and former section 105-60 of Schedule 1 to the Taxation Administration Act 1953.\nFrom 1 July 2010, this document is taken to be a public ruling under Division 358 of Schedule 1 to the Taxation Administration Act 1953.\nA public ruling is an expression of the Commissioner's opinion about the way in which a relevant provision applies, or would apply, to entities generally or to a class of entities in relation to a particular scheme or a class of schemes.\nIf you rely on this ruling, the Commissioner must apply the law to you in the way set out in the ruling (unless the Commissioner is satisfied that the ruling is incorrect and disadvantages you, in which case the law may be applied to you in a way that is more favourable for you - provided the Commissioner is not prevented from doing so by a time limit imposed by the law). You will be protected from having to pay any underpaid tax, penalty or interest in respect of the matters covered by this ruling if it turns out that it does not correctly state how the relevant provision applies to you.\n[Note: This is a consolidated version of this document. Refer to the Legal Database (http:\/\/law.ato.gov.au) to check its currency and to view the details of all changes.]\n1. This Ruling explains:\nhow your GST turnover affects the way the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (the GST Act) applies to you;\nhow section 188-25 of the GST Act affects the calculation of projected GST turnover;\nthe relevance of projected GST turnover to your enterprise;[1] and\nthe meaning of the terms 'likely to make', 'likely to be made', 'in connection with', 'transfer of ownership', 'capital asset', 'solely as a consequence of', and 'substantially and permanently' as used in Division 188.\n2. This Ruling does not deal with:\nthe application of sections 188-22, 188-23, 188-24 or 188-40 to the calculation of current GST turnover or projected GST turnover;\nthe value of a supply as affected by sections 188-32 or 188-35;[2]\nthe meaning of 'connected with Australia';[3] and\nhow to calculate your 'aggregated turnover' or 'annual turnover' as defined in sections 328-115 and 328-120 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 (ITAA 1997).[3A]\n3. This Ruling does not discuss the application of Division 189.\n4. All legislative references are to the GST Act, unless otherwise stated.\n5. This Ruling applies [to tax periods commencing] both before and after its date of issue. However, this Ruling will not apply to taxpayers to the extent that it conflicts with the terms of a settlement of a dispute agreed to before the date of issue of this Ruling (see paragraphs 75 and 76 of Taxation Ruling TR 2006\/10).\n5A. [Omitted.]\n5B. [Omitted.]\n6. The application of the GST Act to an entity depends upon the concepts of 'turnover threshold', 'GST turnover', 'current GST turnover' and in particular, 'projected GST turnover'. Both your 'current GST turnover' and your 'projected GST turnover' are relevant to whether you have a GST turnover that meets, or exceeds a turnover threshold.\n7. If you carry on an enterprise but do not carry on a business for GST purposes the turnover thresholds are relevant to whether you:[4]\nare required to register for GST;\nmust use tax periods which are monthly;\ncan elect to account on a cash basis;\nmust lodge GST returns electronically;\nmust pay net amounts of GST electronically;\ncan elect to pay GST by instalments;\ncan elect to make an annual apportionment of creditable purpose; or\ncan use a simplified GST accounting method determined by the Commissioner under section 123-5.\nIf your GST turnover meets the relevant turnover threshold, the GST Act may impose obligations on you. If, for example, your GST turnover meets the registration turnover threshold you are required to be registered and consequently, you must apply to be registered under the Act.[5]\n7A. However, if you carry on a business your GST turnover is relevant for subparagraphs 7(a), (b) (d) and (e) of this Ruling, but is not relevant for subparagraphs 7(c), (f), (g) and (h) of this Ruling. Whether you can access the concessions in subparagraphs 7(c), (f), (g) and (h) depends on whether you are a 'small business entity'[5A] (other than because of subsection 328-110(4) of the ITAA 1997). That is, for the concessions in subparagraphs 7(c), (f), (g) and (h) it is the turnover calculation for the small business entity test that is relevant.[5B]\n8. The thresholds for GST turnover are as follows:\nthe registration turnover threshold - $75,000 (or $150,000 for a non-profit body);[6]\nthe tax period turnover threshold - $20,000,000;[7]\nthe cash accounting turnover threshold - $2,000,000;[8]\nthe electronic lodgement turnover threshold - $20,000,000;[9]\nthe instalment turnover threshold - $2,000,000;[10]\nthe annual apportionment turnover threshold - $2,000,000;[10A ] and\nthe small enterprise turnover threshold - $2,000,000.[10B]\nRelevance of 'GST turnover' for determination of turnover threshold\n9. Section 188-10 is relevant for working out whether your GST turnover meets, or does not exceed, a turnover threshold. In calculating the electronic lodgment, registration and tax period turnover thresholds, you have a GST turnover that meets a particular turnover threshold under subsection 188-10(1) when:\nyour current GST turnover is at or above the turnover threshold, and the Commissioner is not satisfied that your projected GST turnover is below the turnover threshold; or\nyour projected GST turnover is at or above the turnover threshold.\n10. In calculating the cash accounting, instalment, annual apportionment and small enterprise turnover thresholds, you have a GST turnover that does not exceed that particular turnover threshold under subsection 188-10(2) when:\nyour current GST turnover is at or below the turnover threshold, and the Commissioner is not satisfied that your projected GST turnover is above the turnover threshold; or\nyour projected GST turnover is at or below the turnover threshold.\nCurrent GST turnover and projected GST turnover\n11. Section 188-15 defines 'current GST turnover'. Subject to the exclusions listed in paragraph 14, 'current GST turnover' at any time during a particular month is the sum of the values of all the supplies that you made, or are likely to make, during the current month and the preceding 11 months.\n12. Section 188-20 defines 'projected GST turnover'. Subject to the exclusions listed in paragraph 14, 'projected GST turnover' at a time during a particular month is the sum of the values of all the supplies that you made, or are likely to make, during that month and the next 11 months.\n13. If you are a member of a GST group, in your calculation of current GST turnover and projected GST turnover you must also include the values of supplies made by any member of the group.\n14. The following supplies are excluded from the calculation of current GST turnover and projected GST turnover:\nsupplies that are input taxed;\nsupplies that are not for consideration (and are not taxable supplies under section 72-5);\nsupplies not made in connection with an enterprise that you carry on;\nsupplies that are not connected with Australia;\nsupplies that are connected with Australia because of paragraph 9-25(5)(c);\nsupplies (other than those mentioned in the immediately preceding two dot points) of a right or option to use commercial accommodation in Australia where the supplies are not made in Australia and are made through an enterprise that the supplier does not carry on in Australia;[10C] and\nsupplies made from one member of a GST group to another member of that GST group.\nParagraph 29 covers further supplies that will be disregarded in calculating projected GST turnover.\n15. The term 'supplies' in section 188-15 and 188-20 refers to all supplies as defined in section 9-10 and is not limited to taxable supplies as defined in section 9-5. For example you may be required to be registered even though all your supplies are GST-free. Current GST turnover and projected GST turnover are the sum of the respective values (excluding GST) for the 12 months.\nWhether your GST turnover meets, or does not exceed, a turnover threshold\n16. Whether you have a GST turnover that meets or does not exceed a particular turnover threshold depends on an objective assessment of your projected GST turnover and current GST turnover. An 'objective assessment' is one that a reasonable person could be expected to arrive at having regard to the facts and circumstances which apply to your enterprise at the relevant time. The Commissioner will accept your assessment of these turnovers unless he has reason to believe that your assessment was not reasonable.\n17. Under sub-section 188-10(1), you meet a particular threshold if your projected GST turnover is at or above the threshold. You also meet a turnover threshold if your current GST turnover is at or above the turnover threshold and it is not possible to conclude that your projected GST turnover is below the threshold. This will occur if your projected GST turnover is also above the relevant threshold, or if your circumstances are such that it is not possible to calculate a projected GST turnover. In either of these situations, the Commissioner can not be satisfied that your projected GST turnover is below the turnover threshold.\n18. Similarly, under sub-section 188-10(2), you have a GST turnover that does not exceed a particular turnover threshold if your projected GST turnover is at or below that threshold. You also do not exceed a turnover threshold if your current GST turnover is at or below the turnover threshold and it is not possible to conclude that your projected GST turnover is above the threshold. This will occur if your projected GST turnover is at or below the relevant threshold or your circumstances are such that it is not possible to calculate a projected GST turnover. In either of these situations, the Commissioner can not be satisfied that your projected GST turnover is above the turnover threshold.\n19. Although your current GST turnover and your projected GST turnover may be capable of being determined on every day during a month, there is no requirement for continuous recalculation. However, under the GST Act there are obligations if you meet or exceed a particular threshold and there is an opportunity for you to make certain elections if you do not exceed a particular threshold. Therefore, you should be aware of the relevant thresholds likely to affect you and consider whether your turnover may be sufficiently close to the relevant thresholds to make a review prudent. For example, Entity A conducts an enterprise with a GST turnover of $70,000 and is not registered for GST. Because Entity A is aware that a $5,000 increase in its GST turnover will result in the $75,000 registration turnover threshold being met, it should monitor changes in its turnover. Entity B by contrast, is registered for GST, conducts an enterprise with a GST turnover of $600,000 and accounts on a cash basis. The nearest relevant threshold is the cash accounting turnover threshold ($2,000,000). Entity B may decide to review its current GST turnover and projected GST turnover on an annual basis whilst being aware that a significant change in turnover may require a further review.\n20. If you have elected to pay GST by instalments, this election has effect for the whole of the financial year in question even if, after making the election, you exceed the instalment turnover threshold at any time. [11] Therefore, it is not necessary to review your GST turnover, for this purpose, for the financial year in which your election has effect.\nMeaning of 'likely to make' or 'likely to be made'\n21. The phrase 'likely to make' appears in sections 188-15 and 188-20. The phrase 'likely to be made' appears in section 188-25. Both phrases refer to a similar level of expectancy, although the GST Act defines neither. The words retain their ordinary meaning in the context of the legislation.\n22. In Australian Telecommunications Commission v. Krieg Enterprises Pty Ltd (1976) 14 SASR 303, Bray CJ considered the meaning of 'likely' in the phrase 'likely to interfere with or damage property'. His Honour said at pages 312-313:\n'Here we are concerned with the word \"likely\" in a statute. As I have said, the ordinary and natural meaning of the word is synonymous with the ordinary and natural meaning of the word \"probable\" and both words mean,... that there is an odds-on chance of the thing happening. That is the way in which statutes containing the words have usually been construed. ...I think that \"likely\" in the sub-section means \"probable\" and I think that that means that there is a more than fifty per cent chance of the thing happening.'\n23. For the purposes of sections 188-15, 188-20 and 188-25, the expressions, 'likely to make', and 'likely to be made', mean that on the balance of probabilities, it can be predicated that the supply is more likely than not to be made.\n24. When a supply is made, is determined in each case by reference to the terms of the particular contract, if applicable, and the nature of the supply. For the purpose of calculating supplies likely to be made, we will accept a calculation based on a bona fide business plan, accounting budget or some other reasonable estimate.\nMeaning of 'in connection with'\n25. The words 'in connection with', as used in sections 188-15 and 188-20, are not defined in the GST Act. Such wide formulas are context related and courts have insisted that the words be interpreted in accordance with the intent of the relevant statute. In Hatfield v. Health Insurance Commission (1987) 15 FCR 487 at page 491 Davies J stated:\n'Expressions such as \"relating to\", \"in relation to\", \"in connection with\" and \"in respect of\" are commonly found in legislation but invariably raise problems of statutory interpretation. They are terms that fluctuate in operation from statute to statute... The terms may have a very wide operation but they do not usually carry the widest possible ambit, for they are subject to the context in which they are used, to the words with which they are associated and to the object or purpose of the statutory provision in which they appear.'\n26. This passage was approved by the Full Federal Court in Burswood Management Ltd v. Attorney-General (1990) 23 FCR 144. At page 146 their Honours concluded that reference to reported cases is of little assistance in determining the meaning of the words 'in connection with', because they take their meaning from the particular statute in which they appear.[12]\n27. The requirements in sections 188-15 and 188-20 largely mirror the requirements of paragraph 9-5(b) of the GST Act. The words 'in connection with an enterprise that you carry on', should therefore be read as having the same meaning as the words 'in the course or furtherance of an enterprise that you carry on' in paragraph 9-5(b) of the GST Act. A supply of a private commodity, such as when a plumber sells his classic car privately, will not be a supply 'in connection with' an enterprise he carries on.\n28. A supply which you make in the course of commencing or terminating an enterprise is a supply which is made in the course or furtherance of the enterprise which you carry on.[13]\nSupplies to be disregarded under section 188-25\n29. Section 188-25 modifies the effect of section 188-20 by excluding certain supplies made when working out your projected GST turnover. Section 188-25 requires you to disregard the following when calculating your projected GST turnover:\nany supply made, or likely to be made, by you by way of transfer of ownership of a capital asset of yours; and\nany supply made, or likely to be made, by you solely as a consequence of:\nceasing to carry on an enterprise; or\nsubstantially and permanently reducing the size or scale of an enterprise.\n30. Your projected GST turnover does not include supplies that fall within the description in either paragraph 188-25(a) or paragraph 188-25(b) listed above. Your supply does not have to satisfy the descriptions in both paragraph (a) and paragraph (b). When you make a supply that is capable of satisfying the description in both paragraphs, the supply is excluded only once. (See example 3 at paragraph 53.)\nMeaning of 'capital assets'\n31. The GST Act does not define the term 'capital assets'. Generally, the term 'capital assets' refers to those assets that make up 'the profit yielding subject'[14] of an enterprise. They are often referred to as 'structural assets' and may be described as 'the business entity, structure or organisation set up or established for the earning of profits'.[15]\n32. 'Capital assets' can include tangible assets such as your factory, shop or office, your land on which they stand, fixtures and fittings, plant, furniture, machinery and motor vehicles that are retained by you to produce income. 'Capital assets' can also include intangible assets, such as your goodwill.\n33. Capital assets are 'radically different from assets which are turned over and bought and sold in the course of trading operations'.[16] An asset which is acquired and used for resale in the course of carrying on an enterprise (for example, trading stock[17]) is not a 'capital asset' for the purposes of paragraph 188-25(a).\n34. 'Capital assets' are to be distinguished from 'revenue assets'. A 'revenue asset' is 'an asset whose realisation is inherent in, or incidental to, the carrying on of a business'.[18]\n35. If the means by which you derive income is through the disposal of an asset, the asset will be of a revenue nature rather than a capital asset even if such a disposal is an occasional or one-off transaction. Isolated transactions are discussed further at paragraphs 46 and 47.\n36. Over the period that an asset is held by an entity, its character may change from capital to revenue or from revenue to capital. For the purposes of section 188-25 the character of an asset must be determined at the time of expected supply.\nMeaning of 'transfer of ownership'\n37. The GST Act does not define the concept, 'transfer of ownership'. The words retain their ordinary meaning in context, and mean a transfer of the whole of your beneficial interest in the asset with or without legal title. A transfer of an interest in property that is less than your full interest will not be captured by these words. For example, if you merely grant a lease or licence over an asset that you own, the supply of that lease or licence will not be a 'transfer of ownership'. However, if you assign your full interest in that lease or licence it will be a 'transfer of ownership'.\nMeaning of 'solely as a consequence'\n38. The GST Act does not define the term 'solely as a consequence of'. In the case of Reseck v. FC of T (1975) 133 CLR 45; 75 ATC 4213; (1975) 5 ATR 538 the meaning of 'in consequence of' in the context of the phrase 'in consequence of termination of employment' was examined. His Honour Gibbs J at CLR 51; ATC 4216; ATR 541 interpreted the words to mean that an event follows as an effect or result of some primary event. However, Jacobs J at CLR 56; ATC 4219, ATR 545 expressed a different view that a 'consequence' in this context is not the same as a 'result'. It does not import causation but rather a 'following on'. Both judges dismissed the argument the termination of service had to be the dominant cause of the payment.\n39. Although the words 'in consequence' may mean a result (i.e., cause) or a following on, the addition of the word 'solely' in our view requires that in this context there be a causal connection which is exclusive.\n40. In Perpetual Trustee Company Ltd v. Commissioner of State Revenue (2000) 44 ATR 273, Hansen J considered the phrase 'solely in consequence' within Exemption 23 of the Stamps Act 1958 (Vic). After discussing the purpose of the exemption, (that being to provide an exemption from stamp duty in specific cases), Hansen J said at pages 286-287:\n'In its common understanding in its present context the word \"solely\" in conjunction with the words \"in consequence of\" means that the exemption will apply only if the instruments of transfer were executed in consequence of the change in trustee and in order to vest the real property of the trust in the name of the new trustee and not in consequence of any other factor.'\n41. For the purposes of section 188-25 a supply is made, or is likely to be made, 'solely as a consequence' where the supply is made only as a result of the ceasing of an enterprise (see example 1), or the substantial and permanent reduction in size or scale of an enterprise (see example 2).\nThe meaning of 'substantially and permanently'\n42. The GST Act does not define the term 'substantially and permanently' as used in subparagraph 188-25(b)(ii). The word 'substantial' will vary according to context. In Terry's Motors Ltd v. Rinder [1948] SASR 167 at page 180, Mayo J noted that the word 'substantial' is not a word with a fixed meaning. The word 'substantial' is commonly used to refer to something real or of substance, as distinct from ephemeral or nominal, when, for example, describing 'substantial loss or damage'. However the word 'substantial' can also be used to describe something that is 'large, weighty or big'.[19]\n43. In the context of section 188-25, we consider that the term 'substantially' refers to a reduction in size which is greater than merely nominal and does not necessarily require a reduction which is proportionately large. We will accept that, in the context of section 188-25, a 10% reduction in the size or scale is substantial in the case of most enterprises. Size or scale in this context means something measurable in terms other than turnover, for example, number of divisions within a company or number of stores operated (see example 2). In some enterprises a reduction of less than 10% may be substantial. This will depend on the facts and circumstances of each enterprise.\n44. The concept of 'permanently' requires that the reduction in size and scale of an enterprise is enduring or is reasonably expected to be enduring. A reduction resulting from circumstances that have a foreseeable end is not permanent, for example a change that foreseeably affects only one or two years. Provided the basis of the expectation of endurance is reasonable it is not relevant that the expectation is proved inaccurate by subsequent events.\n45. The substantial and permanent reduction applies to each enterprise operated by the entity, rather than the entity which may be required to be registered for GST.\nIsolated Transactions\n46. An enterprise may consist of an isolated transaction or a dealing with a single asset. For example, an enterprise may consist solely of the acquisition and refurbishment of a suburban shop for resale at a profit. Where an entity engages in acquiring a single asset for resale at a profit, the activity will be an enterprise under paragraph 9-20(1)(b), because it is an activity in the form of an adventure in the nature of trade.[20] As discussed in paragraph 35 of this Ruling, the disposal of that single asset is not the transfer of a capital asset. Consequently, that supply is not excluded from your projected GST turnover.\n47. The disposal of that single asset, or the completion of that isolated transaction, is also not a transfer solely as a consequence of ceasing to carry on an enterprise. In such circumstances the enterprise ceases as a consequence of the disposal of the single asset, rather than the single asset being disposed of in consequence of the ceasing to carry on the enterprise.\nExample 1: Ceasing to carry on an enterprise\n48. James, a grazier, aged seventy, decides to retire from his farm. He holds a clearing sale and sells all his livestock, machinery and implements to various buyers. He receives $80,000 from the sale that will be included in his current GST turnover. He is not registered for GST, as his GST turnover from selling livestock is usually around $35,000.\n49. If James has a GST turnover of $75,000 or more he is required to be registered for GST. Although he normally would have sold some of this livestock in his day to day operations, the whole herd has been sold at this time solely as a consequence of ceasing to carry on his enterprise. The effect of subparagraph 188-25(b)(i) is that the $80,000 is excluded from his projected GST turnover.\n50. An objective assessment of James' projected GST turnover is below $75,000 taking into account his age and the permanent nature of his decision. His current GST turnover is above $75,000 but because his projected GST turnover is below $75,000, his GST turnover does not meet the registration turnover threshold. Thus, James is not required to register for GST.\nExample 2: Substantially and permanently reducing the size and scale of an enterprise\n51. Property Developer Pty Ltd develops tourist resorts in each of the six states in Australia. Its business in each state is approximately the same size, and overall it has a GST turnover of approximately $18.0M. The company is in the process of updating its accounting and payment system to facilitate electronic lodgment and payment of GST. This process is not expected to be completed for another 6 months, at which time the company intends to elect to lodge and pay electronically.\n52. The board of directors decides to permanently close its operations in one State, reducing the size of its total operations by approximately 17%. As a consequence of this decision, it sells its offices, offers staff redundancies and cancels its state licences. Property Developer Pty Ltd then sells its stock of land holdings in that State to another developer for $2.75M. The supply made in disposing of the trading stock is made solely as a consequence of a substantial and permanent reduction in the size and scale of the company's enterprise. Therefore, the $2.75M is excluded from the calculation of its projected GST turnover. As a result, the GST turnover of Property Developer Pty Ltd does not meet or exceed the electronic lodgment turnover threshold, and it is not required to lodge and pay electronically. (However, Property Developer could voluntarily choose to do so.)\nExample 3: Sample calculation of current GST turnover and projected GST turnover\n53. Alan, a retiree, owns all three shops located next to a suburban railway station. Each of the shops is rented to tenants whose weekly tenancies are to terminate on 14 December 2001. The rent payable for each of the three shops is $200 per week. The railway department is planning an expansion of the station. Alan sells the shops with vacant possession to the railway department for $200,000. Alan's only enterprise is renting the shops. He is not registered for GST. He is not intending to carry on any other enterprise in the next 12 months. Settlement is to take place on 20 December 2001.\n54. Alan's current GST turnover as calculated in December 2001 is the sum of the values of all the supplies that he has made or is likely to make during the 12 months ending on 31 December 2001. Alan has no supplies that are excluded under sections 188-15 or 188-20 (such as input taxed supplies).\n55. Alan's current GST turnover is 50 weeks rent of $600 per week (up to 14 December 2001) plus the $200,000 from the sale of the shops. That is, a total of $230,000. Alan's current GST turnover is above the registration turnover threshold.\n56. Alan's projected GST turnover is the sum of the values of all the supplies that Alan has made or is likely to make in December 2001 and up to 30 November 2002. Alan has made or will make supplies of 2 weeks rent of $600 per week (up to 14 December 2001) plus the $200,000 from the sale of the shops. His projected GST turnover calculated under section 188-20 is $201,200.\n57. In selling the shops, Alan will dispose of a capital asset in addition to ceasing to carry on his enterprise. Although the supply satisfies the conditions under both paragraph 188-25(a) and 188-25(b), those proceeds are excluded only once when calculating projected GST turnover. (Refer to paragraph 30.) Alan can disregard the $200,000 from the sale of the shops. Alan calculates his projected GST turnover as $1200. As Alan has calculated his projected GST turnover on a reasonable basis to be below the registration turnover threshold, his GST turnover does not meet that particular turnover threshold. He is not required to register for GST.\n58. Below is a detailed content list for this Ruling:\nWhat this Ruling is about 1\nDate of effect 5\nRuling with Explanations 9\nRelevance of 'GST turnover' for determination of turnover threshold 9\nCurrent GST turnover and projected GST turnover 11\nWhether your GST turnover meets, or does not exceed, a turnover threshold 16\nMeaning of 'likely to make' or 'likely to be made' 21\nMeaning of 'in connection with' 25\nSupplies to be disregarded under section 188-25 29\nMeaning of 'capital assets' 31\nMeaning of 'transfer of ownership' 37\nMeaning of 'solely as a consequence' 38\nThe meaning of 'substantially and permanently' 42\nIsolated Transactions 46\nExample 1: Ceasing to carry on an enterprise 48\nExample 2: Substantially and permanently reducing the size and scale of an enterprise 51\nExample 3: Sample calculation of current GST turnover and projected GST turnover 53\nDetailed contents list 58\nCommissioner of Taxation\n1 Section 188-10.\n2 For the basic rules on the value of taxable supplies, see Subdivision 9-C.\n3 Our view of when a supply of goods, real property, or things other than goods or real property is connected with Australia under section 9-25 can be found in Goods and Services Tax Ruling GSTR 2000\/31.\n[3A]\n3A If you carry on a business, 'aggregated turnover' and 'annual turnover' are relevant to determining if you are a 'small business entity' (refer section 328-110 of the ITAA 1997). Small business entities may be eligible to use the GST concessions in subparagraphs 7(c), (f), (g) and (h) of this Ruling, but such entities do not calculate GST turnover to determine their eligibility. Eligibility to these concessions for small business entities is determined under subsections 29-40(1), 162-5(1) and 131-5(1) and section 123-7, respectively.\n[3B]\nRefer to the Addendum to see how the Addendum amends this Ruling.\nRefer to section 188-5.\nSections 23-5 and 25-1.\nAs defined in section 328-110 of the ITAA 1997.\nSee paragraph 29-40(1)(a) (accounting on a cash basis), subparagraph 162-5(1)(a)(i) (payment of GST by instalments); subparagraph 131-5(1)(a)(i) (annual apportionment of creditable purpose); and paragraph 123-7(1)(a) (using simplified accounting methods). This Ruling does not deal with the turnover calculation for the small business entity test.\nSection 23-15.\nSubsection 27-15(3).\nSubsection 162-5(2).\n[10A]\n[10B]\n[10C]\nA similar transitional provision applies in working out current and projected annual turnover during the months of July, August and September 2005.\n11 Subsection 162-30(3).\n12 The term 'in connection with' imports a wider meaning in the context of section 9-15; refer GSTR 2012\/2 and GSTR 2001\/4.\n13 Section 195-1.\n14 United Collieries Ltd v. Inland Revenue Commissioners (1930) SC 215 at 220 per Blackburn J.\n15 Sun Newspaper Ltd v. FC of T (1938) 61 CLR 337 at 359 per Dixon J.\n16 Sun Newspaper Ltd v. FC of T (1938) 61 CLR 337 at 356 per Latham CJ.\n17 See FC of T v. Raymor (NSW) Pty Ltd 90 ATC 4461 at 4471; (1990) 21 ATR 458 at 468.\n18 R W Parsons, Income Taxation in Australia, The Law Book Company Limited, 1985, at 155.\n19 Tillmanns Butcheries Pty Ltd v. Australasian Meat Industry Employees' Union (1979) 27 ALR 367; (1979) 42 FLR 331.\nFor guidance on 'an adventure or concern in the nature of a trade' see Miscellaneous Taxation Ruling MT 2006\/1. Goods and Services Tax Determination GSTD 2006\/6 explains that MT 2006\/1 has equal application for GST purposes.\nPreviously released in draft form as GSTR 2001\/D1\nATO references:\nNO T2000\/017375\nRelated Rulings\/Determinations:\nTR 2006\/10\nGSTR 2000\/31\nGSTD 2006\/6\nMT 2006\/1\nSubject References:\nannual apportionment turnover threshold\ncapital assets\nconnected with Australia\ncurrent GST turnover\nGST turnover threshold\nlikely to be made\nlikely to make\nprojected GST turnover\nsmall business entity\nsmall enterprise turnover threshold\nsolely as a consequence\nsubstantially and permanently\nrequired to be registered\nLegislative References:\nTAA 1953 Sch1 Div 358\nANTS(GST)A99 9-5\nANTS(GST)A99 9-5(b)\nANTS(GST)A99 9-10\nANTS(GST)A99 9-20(1)(b)\nANTS(GST)A99 9-25(5)(c)\nANTS(GST)A99 Subdiv 9-C\nANTS(GST)A99 23-5\nANTS(GST)A99 23-15\nANTS(GST)A99 27-15(3)\nANTS(GST)A99 29-40(1)(a)\nANTS(GST)A99 123-5\nANTS(GST)A99 123-7(1)(a)\nANTS(GST)A99 123-7(2)\nANTS(GST)A99 131-5(1)(a)(i)\nANTS(GST)A99 162-30(3)\nANTS(GST)A99 Div 188\nANTS(GST)A99 188-10\nANTS(GST)A99 188-25(a)\nANTS(GST)A99 188-25(b)\nANTS(GST)A99 188-25(b)(i)\nANTS(GST)A99 188-25(b)(ii)\nITAA 1997 328-110\nITAA 1997 328-110(4)\nCase References:\nBurswood Management Ltd v. Attorney-General\n(1990) 23 FCR 144\nHatfield v. Health Insurance Commission\nReseck v. FC of T\n(1975) 133 CLR 45\n(1975) 75 ATC 4213\n(1975) 5 ATR 538\nSun Newspapers Ltd v. FC of T\n(1938) 61 CLR 337\nTerry's Motors Ltd v. Rinder\n[1948] SASR 167\nTillmanns Butcheries Pty Ltd v. Australasian Meat Industry Employees' (1979) Union\n27 ALR 367\n(1979) 42 FLR 331\nUnited Collieries Ltd v. Internal Revenue Commissioners\n(1930) SC 215\nFC of T v. Raymor (NSW)\n90 ATC 4461\n(1990) 21 ATR 458\nAustralian Telecommunications Commission v. Krieg Enterprises Pty Ltd\n(1976) 14 SASR 303\nPerpetual Trustee Company Ltd v. Commissioner of State Revenue\nGSTR 2001\/7 history\nDate: Version: Change:\n5 December 2001 Original ruling\n20 February 2008 Consolidated ruling Addendum\nYou are here 31 October 2012 Consolidated ruling Addendum\n13 March 2019 Consolidated ruling Addendum","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Vestal congregation hopes for a comeback in south Knoxville\nOctober 06, 2014 - by: Annette Spence\nSeventy people attended an Oct. 5 \"grand re-opening\" of the Vestal sanctuary.\nKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (10\/6\/14) -- Pastor Tim York just called his congregation a \"stubborn bunch of people.\"\n\"You're that faithful. You're that stubborn,\" the pastor said on a recent Sunday morning. \"Your stubbornness and faithfulness are being rewarded by being able to be back in this place.\"\nWith a newly repaired and polished sanctuary and a new ministry providing basic needs to the community, Vestal United Methodist Church is hoping for a comeback that will bring new people to their doors.\nThe gothic building has been a landmark in the South Knoxville neighborhood for 89 years, but for the last three years the space for Sunday worship has been unusable, according to York. The number of regular attenders has dropped to about 12.\n\"The fact that we are able to once again worship in this place is God's work,\" York said.\nSee Vestal photos on Flickr.\nIn May 2014, three neighboring churches joined to establish \"Beacon of Hope\" in Vestal's education building -- providing food, clothing, \"getting ahead\" classes and other outreach ministries to people living in the 37920 zip code.\nIn August 2014, volunteers joined to rescue the sanctuary from water damage wrought by a 2011 hail storm. John Rodgers, a member of Church Street United Methodist Church in Knoxville, devoted more than 200 hours to repairing the ceiling and floor. He had help from the Rev. Kevin Blue, pastor at Asbury United Methodist in Clinton, as well as others from Church Street.\n\"I kind of made this my second home,\" said Rodgers, a Knoxville fire marshal. \"I want to see this church prosper.\"\nThe Vestal congregation celebrated a \"grand opening\" of the sanctuary on Sunday, Oct. 5, with about 70 in attendance.\nDavid Taylor, age 76, has been a member of the church since age 11. He remembers when the congregation numbered 400 in the 1950s and '60s.\n\"This church is the center of Vestal,\" Taylor said. \"We want the 'Beacon of Hope' to be an example in the community.\"\nThe Beacon of Hope is the creation of the \"benevolence team\" at Church Street United Methodist Church, which partnered with the Vestal congregation, Mountain View United Methodist Church, First Baptist Church, and local nonprofit Compassion Coalition.\nSo far this year, Beacon of Hope has provided financial assistance for utility bills, rent, bus passes, and gas to more than 135 people, according to director Richard Ginn. \"If clients are physically able we ask them to complete voluntary community service at Vestal at a rate of one hour of service for each $10 worth of assistance provided,\" he said.\nIn addition, more than 340 families have receiving clothing and toiletry items valued at $10,500. Ten people are involved in a class that teaches how to overcome poverty.\n\"Our overall goal is to serve the needy of South Knoxville and grow the membership of Vestal UMC,\" Ginn said. \"We encourage the people we touch through our programs to consider visiting the church service at Vestal, but the congregation has to close the deal by welcoming them with open hearts and providing spiritual support for their needs.\"\nLike many of the members who remain at Vestal today, Peggy Williams has strong family ties to the church.\n\"My granddaddy helped build this church, and my mother was christened and raised here,\" said Williams, age 64. \"We feel a closeness to this church, and we hope we can share some of that with others.\"\nVestal United Methodist Church is located at 115 Ogle Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37920. Worship is offered each Sunday at 10:45 a.m. For more information, call (865) 686-6113 . Beacon of Hope is located in Vestal's education building and offers a full schedule with a food coop and \"Getting Ahead\" classes. For more information, call (865) 599-5047.\n\"South Knoxville churches join to create Beacon of Hope\" (The Call, 5\/28\/14)\nAnnette Spence\nAnnette Spence is editor of The Call, the Holston Conference newspaper.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Flight history for American Airlines flight AA2324\nSTD 11:00\nATD \u2014\nSTA 12:57\nFROM Chicago (ORD)\nTO Philadelphia (PHL)\n25 Jan 2021 Chicago (ORD) Philadelphia (PHL) 321 \u2014 11:00 \u2014 12:57\nScheduled Play\nN535UW\nEstimated departure 05:10\n18 Jan 2021 Chicago (ORD) Philadelphia (PHL) A321 (N535UW) \u2014 11:00 \u2014 12:57\nEstimated departure 05:10 Play\nN982VJ\nSTD \u2014\nSTA \u2014\n17 Jan 2021 Chicago (ORD) Philadelphia (PHL) A321 (N982VJ) \u2014 \u2014 \u2014 \u2014\nLanded 12:54\nATD 11:22\n17 Jan 2021 Chicago (ORD) Philadelphia (PHL) A321 (N982VJ) 1:32 11:00 11:22 12:57\n16 Jan 2021 Chicago (ORD) Philadelphia (PHL) A319 (N9025B) \u2014 \u2014 \u2014 \u2014\n16 Jan 2021 Chicago (ORD) Philadelphia (PHL) A319 (N9025B) 1:37 11:00 11:27 12:57\n15 Jan 2021 Chicago (ORD) Philadelphia (PHL) A321 (N585UW) 1:43 11:00 11:07 12:57\n11 Jan 2021 Chicago (ORD) Philadelphia (PHL) A321 (N186US) 1:32 11:00 11:10 12:57\nMore than 7 days of AA2324 history is available with an upgrade to a Silver (90 days), Gold (365 days), or Business (3 years) subscription.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"An Audit Associate at KPMG's NYC Office Has Died Friday Footnotes: Higher Salaries Lead to Higher Fees; EY Auditors Quit; Senator Rags on Greedy Accounting Firms | 1.27.23 Research: Working From Home Frees Up Two Hours a Week, Time Many People Spend Doing Work If This Person Can Pass the CPA Exam, So Can You EY Germany Gives 40 Partners and 380 Staff the Boot to Boost Profitability After That Whole Wirecard Thing\nTax protesters\nIRS August 22, 2013\nApparently, Referring to a Taxpayer as 'Constitutionally Challenged' Is Frowned Upon\nI gotta plead on ignorance on this one; it sounds perfectly PC to me. Some Internal Revenue Service employees continue to use the term \"tax protester\" to refer to taxpayers despite a 1998 law prohibiting the use of the designation, according to a new report from the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration. TIGTA found that [\u2026]\nTaxes June 7, 2013\nProtesting Taxes Seems More Effective When the Focus Isn't on the the Signs\nGranted, we don't want to see an average member of the Tea Party sans pants. But you have to admit, these Italian businessmen are on to something: Five Italian businessmen stripped off their trousers and protested outside parliament on Tuesday, demanding the abolition of a tax collection agency they blame for the suicides of scores of their [\u2026]\nIRS May 12, 2011\nTIGTA Scolds IRS for Name-calling\u2026Again\nby Adrienne Gonzalez\nThe office of the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration has released a report showing that IRS employees continue to use now prohibited language like \"tax protester\" and (our personal favorite) \"Constitutionally-challenged\" in reference to non-compliant taxpayers, despite being barred from doing so since 1998.\nCongress enacted the Internal Revenue Service Restructuring and Reform Act of 1998 (RRA 98) Section 3707 to prohibit the IRS from labeling taxpayers as \"Illegal Tax Protesters\" or any similar designations. However, IRS employees continue to refer to taxpayers by these designations in case narratives. Using \"Illegal Tax Protester\" or other similar designations may stigmatize taxpayers and may cause employee bias in future contacts with these taxpayers.\nPrior to enactment of the RRA 98, the IRS used the Illegal Tax Protester Program to identify individuals and businesses that were using methods that were not legally valid to protest the tax laws. Employees identified taxpayers for referral to the program when their tax returns or correspondence contained specific indicators of noncompliance with the tax law, such as the use of arguments that had been repeatedly rejected by the courts. There were tax protester coordinators who were responsible for determining whether a taxpayer should be included in the Illegal Tax Protester Program; if a taxpayer was classified as an Illegal Tax Protester, the taxpayer's record was coded as such on the Master File. Once a taxpayer's account was coded, certain tax enforcement actions were accelerated. The designation was also intended to alert employees to be cautious so they would not be drawn into confrontations with taxpayers.\nThe IRS has not reintroduced past Illegal Tax Protester codes or similar designations on taxpayer accounts. In addition, the Internal Revenue Manual no longer contains any Illegal Tax Protester references. However, TIGTA found that out of approximately 3.6 million records and cases, there were 38 instances in which 34 employees had referred to taxpayers as \"Tax Protester,\" \"Constitutionally Challenged,\" or other similar designations in case narratives on the computer systems analyzed.\nThe TIGTA made no recommendations after their report, as the IRS has continued to use the term \"tax protester\" in taxpayer case files when it sees fit, despite the fact that the TIGTA feels this is not in compliance with RRA 98 \u00a7 3707 for obvious reasons.\nIt appears they do this once a year:\nThe TIGTA Would Prefer It if the IRS Could Use a Nicer Term Than \"Tax Protester\"\nTaxes August 12, 2010\n\"Even liars and hucksters have First Amendment rights\"\nby Joe Kristan\nA horrible fate must await an attorney when a judge has these things to say about him:\n\"Just because other accountants and professionals were doing something wrong does not excuse Defendant's misconduct.\"\n\"Defendant's reasoning is so specious that he should have known it was wrong.\"\n\"Defendant has been quite adept at hiding his involvement in these activities in an effort to develop what he believes is plausible deniability. Ultimately, his denials are implausible.\"\n\"As stated earlier, the Court believes that promotion of tax schemes and structures is now Defendant's modus operandi. These were not isolated occurrences, and the nature of his preferred method of business indicates it will continue to ng business.\"\n\"Defendant describes himself as a \"rainmaker,\" and the Court finds that practically everything he has done in that capacity has been improper. The Court has no reason to believe he would not concoct and promote some other scheme of doubtful validity.\"\nSo this led to\u2026maybe a referral to the local attorney disciplinary board? A broad and sweeping injunction against doing further tax work?\nWell, a Kansas City judge barred defendant A. Blair Stover from promoting three \"schemes\" he no longer promotes anyway. The judge also required him to run any other tax planning ideas by the IRS before marketing them. No disbarment. No banishment. Just \"sin no more.\"\nWhy the seeming leniency?\nAn injunction prohibiting Defendant from providing tax advice raises serious First Amendment concerns. The Government has a strong and valid interest in preventing fraud, and the First Amendment does not protect fraudulent statements. However, the Government has no interest in preventing true statements, and even liars and hucksters have First Amendment rights. Conceivably, Defendant could provide lawful and accurate tax advice, and the Court is unwilling (and probably unable) to prevent him from doing so.\nI like the First Amendment. Without it I might have been moved to an oubliette underneath IRS Headquarters long ago. Yet the first in line in the bill of rights hasn't stopped other judges from shutting down tax scheme promoters. For example, a federal judge enjoined tax protest guru Bill Benson from:\npromoting, organizing, or selling (or helping others to promote, organize, or sell) any other tax shelter, plan, or arrangement that incites or assists others to attempt to violate the internal revenue laws or unlawfully evade the assessment or collection of their federal tax liabilities or unlawfully claim improper tax refunds.\nBenson appealed on First Amendment grounds. The Seventh Circuit turned him down:\nBenson purported to be selling a way to avoid tax liability; what he was actually selling was a way to increase tax and criminal liability for failing to pay taxes. That is false advertising, which may be banned consistent with the First Amendment.\nSome years back a Des Moines gentleman vigorously promoted Employee Stock Ownership Plans as a tax cure-all, which had a number of unfortunate consequences. The Eighth Circuit didn't let the First Amendment get in the way from permanently enjoining him and his CPA practice \"\u2026from acting as a service provider to any ERISA plan.\"\nPerhaps there's something in ERISA that overrides the First Amendment the same way \"ERISA preemption\" keeps states from regulating many features of pension plans. Maybe the Eighth Circuit was wrong. But if the Kansas City judge's opinion gets it right, you can get away with a lot in tax practice before you are drummed out altogether.\nIRS July 28, 2010\nBack in 1998 when some of you were just starting your careers, some of you were discovering alcohol and some of you still hadn't hit puberty, Congress enacted the Internal Revenue Service Restructuring and Reform Act of 1998 (RRA 98). In Section 3707 of this piece of legislative ingenuity, the IRS is prohibited from using the term \"illegal tax protesters or any similar designations.\"\nWhy no name calling? The TIGTA claims it \"may stigmatize taxpayers and may cause employee bias in future contacts with these taxpayers.\" Plus, it really hurst people's feelings.\nThis latest edition of government-mandated IRS bashing especially seems like a stretch since this \"problem\" of calling a spade a spade isn't that widespread:\nWe found that, out of approximately 80.6 million records and cases, there were 196 instances in which employees had labeled taxpayers as \"Tax Protester,\" \"Constitutionally Challenged,\" or other similar designations in case narratives on the following computer systems during the period of October 2008 through September 2009[.]\nFor starters, \"Constitutionally Challenged\" sounds like something you might apply to a Tea Party member. Secondly, you can do the math on the 196 instances out of 80-odd million but the concern on the part of the Inspector General might be overblown.\nLuckily for us citizens, we can throw around any term we want with reckless abandon and there's no repercussions. That being said, the TIGTA didn't make any recommendations to the IRS on how to curb the usage of axtay rotestorpay and the IRS didn't buy the Inspector's story that the 196 instances were, in fact, violations. So, if you've come to the conclusion that this TIGTA report was the biggest waste of time and tax dollars in the history of the Treasury Department, you probably wouldn't be far off.\nTax Professionals, all levels\nAssurance Senior, Remote\nTax Senior, Phoenix (hybrid)\nSr Advisor Controller Remote\nIf This Person Can Pass the CPA Exam, So Can You\nEY Germany Gives 40 Partners and 380 Staff the Boot to Boost Profitability After That Whole Wirecard Thing","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Beach umbrella injures 13-year-old boy\nPosted 9:41 am, August 11, 2019, by WQAD Digital Team\nA 13-year-old boy was injured by an umbrella at Massachusetts' Good Harbor Beach on Friday, according to a release from the Gloucester Fire Department.\n(CNN) \u2014 A 13-year-old boy was injured by an umbrella at a Massachusetts beach Friday, the Gloucester Fire Department said.\nFire Lt. Nick Ouellette told CNN he responded to the call at Good Harbor Beach around 1:40 p.m. and learned the boy had a puncture wound on his left shoulder caused by a beach umbrella.\nA lifeguard and an off-duty nurse were assisting the boy before paramedics arrived, Ouellette said, adding that everyone seemed \"surprisingly calm.\" He said he wasn't sure how the umbrella injured the boy, who Ouellette believes was at the beach with his family.\nThe boy had \"serious but not life-threatening injuries\" and was transported to Beverly Hospital, the fire department said.\nGood Harbor Beach is on Cape Ann, about 40 miles northeast of Boston.\n14-year-old boy in Ohio disappeared on his way to school 10 days ago\n14-year-old arrested for Publix mass shooting threat, police say\nA surfer survived a shark attack off the California coast thanks to a quick-thinking friend\nAn 11-year-old in Mexico told some of his classmates 'today is the day.' Then he opened fire\nShark bites off British snorkelers' foot in Australia\nA 13-year-old suspect told police he watched as friends slashed Barnard freshman, report says\n12-year-old got a magnifying glass for Christmas \u2014 and set his lawn on fire\nUS sailor opens fire at a Pearl Harbor shipyard days before the anniversary of historic attack\nOne child dead, one missing in Oregon after being swept out to sea with their father\nShooting at church in White Settlement, Texas, leaves victim and suspect dead\nPolice release teen questioned in Barnard College student's killing, but charges still possible, source says\nBlood-red skies loom over southeast Australia after deadly bushfires bring 'one of worst days ever'","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"(Literature)\nNicholas Morello\n(Justice-Crime)\nRaffaele Cutolo\n(Animal)\nItalian Football Federation\n(Football)\nState terrorism\n2002 Karachi bus bombing\n2010 European terror plot\nKnowledge Identifier: &Camorra\nItalian Mafia-type, by Umberto Santino, in\nCategory: Terrorism\nCountries: Italy (45%), United States (18%), Japan (11%)\nMain connections: Roberto Saviano, Nicholas Morello, Raffaele Cutolo\nLinked to: Carabinieri, Mafia, Russian Mafia, Europol\nPlease help improve it by adding dated informations, images and videos about Camorra.\nIt may date back to the 16th century as a direct descendant of a Spanish secret society, the Gardu\u00f1a, founded in 1417\nThe first official use of the word dates from 1735, when a royal decree authorised the establishment of eight gambling houses in Naples\nThe Camorra first emerged during the chaotic power vacuum in the years between 1799-1815, when a Neapolitan Republic was proclaimed on the wave of the French Revolution and the restoration of the Bourbon dynasty\nThe first official mention of the Camorra as an organisation dates from 1820, when police records detail a disciplinary meeting of the Camorra, a tribunal known as the \"Gran Mamma\"\nAnother statute was discovered in 1842, including initiation rites and funds set aside for the families of those imprisoned\nAnother qualitative leap was the agreement of the liberal opposition and the Camorra, following the defeat in the 1848 revolution\nFerdinando Russo - He wrote the poem \"Canzone 'e Ciccio Cappuccio,\" immortalising the legendary Camorra chief Ciccio Cappuccio when he died in 1892\nFerdinando Russo - He was the author of a small volume, \"La Camorra\", about organized crime in Naples , serialized in five installments in 1897 in \"Il Mattino\", still the largest Neapolitan daily newspaper\nAt the first mass trial against the Camorra in 1911-12, Captain Carlo Fabroni of the Carabinieri gave testimony on how complicated it was to successfully prosecute the Camorra: \"The Camorrist has no political ideals\nNicholas Morello - Mafia-Camorra War - Along with his half-brother Giuseppe Morello and brothers Ciro and Vincenzo Terranova, he founded the Morello crime family, and was later one of the participants in the Mafia-Camorra War of 1914-17\nNicholas Morello - In 1915, Brooklyn Camorra leader Pellegrino Morano began moving in on the Morello family's Manhattan territory of East Harlem and Greenwich Village after a Neapolitan ally of the Morello family, Goisue Gallucci was killed in East Harlem\nGiuseppe Morello - His half brother Nicolo took over control until 1916 when he was killed by the Napolitan Camorra boss in Brooklyn, Pellegrino Morano\nNicholas Morello - In 1916, members of the Morello family killed Camorra member Nick Del Guido\nNicholas Morello - With Morano and top members of the Camorra sentenced to life imprisonment the war ended soon after and the Neapolitan Camorra was assimilated into the Sicilian Mafia by 1919\nFrancesco Rosi - His emergence as a director is considered to be his 1958 film \"La sfida\" , based on the story of Camorra boss Pasquale Simonetti, known as \"Pasquale 'e Nola\", and Pupetta Maresca\nIn the 1970s and 1980s Raffaele Cutolo made an attempt to unify the Camorra families in the manner of the Sicilian Mafia, by forming the New Organized Camorra , but this proved unsuccessful\nRaffaele Cutolo - At the end of the 1970s two different types of Camorra organisations were beginning to take shape\nSacra Corona Unita - The SCU was originally founded in the late 1970s as the \"'Nuova Grande & Camorra Pugliese\"' by Camorra boss Raffaele Cutolo, who wanted to expand his operations into Puglia\nMany Camorra members and associates fled the internecine gang warfare and Italian Justice and emigrated to the United States in the 1980s\nSaviano alleges that from the 1980s, Italian gangsters ran a network of lucrative businesses in the city as well as many illegal rackets\nThe Camorra made a fortune in reconstruction after an earthquake ravaged the Campania region in 1980\nIn 1983, Italian law enforcement estimated that there were only about a dozen Camorra clans\nBy 1987, the number had risen to 26, and in the following year, a report from the Naples flying squad reported their number as 32\n'Ndrangheta - Despite not being as famous abroad as the Sicilian Cosa Nostra, and having been considered more rural compared to the Neapolitan Camorra and the Apulian Sacra Corona Unita, the 'Ndrangheta became the most powerful crime syndicate of Italy in the late 1990s and early 2000s\nIn 1993, the FBI estimated that there were 200 Camorristi in the United States\nThe mayor of Naples, Antonio Bassolino, compared the arrest to that of Sicilian Mafia chief Salvatore Riina in 1993\nAntonio Gava - On September 21, 1994, he was arrested for conspiring in a \"perverse circuit of criminal enterprise\" with the Camorra, the Neapolitan crime organization\nIn 1998, police took a leading Camorra figure into custody\nAugusto would eventually become a pentito in January 2003, confessing to over 40 murders and his example would be followed by many of his men\nIn 2004 and 2005 the Di Lauro clan and the so-called Scissionisti fought a bloody feud which came to be known in the Italian press as the Scampia feud\nRoberto Saviano - In 2006, following the success of the non-fiction \"Gomorra\" , which denounces the activities of the Camorra, Saviano received ominous threats\nRoberto Saviano - Since 2006, following the publication of his bestselling book \"Gomorrah\" , where he describes the clandestine particulars of the Camorra business, Saviano has been threatened by several Neapolitan \"godfathers\"\nAt the end of October 2006 a new series of murders took place in Naples between 20 competing clans, that cost 12 lives in 10 days\nAs of June 2007, the region has no serviceable dumping sites, and no alternatives have been found\nAccording to a report from Confesercenti, the second-largest Italian Trade Organization, published on October 22, 2007 in the \"Corriere della Sera\", the Camorra control the milk and fish industries, the coffee trade, and over 2,500 bakeries in the city\nIan McEwan - In 2008, McEwan was among a list of more than 200,000 writers of a petition to support Roberto Saviano, in exposing the Neapolitan mafia in the book \"Gomorrah\"\nDario Fo - In 2008, he was among the signatories of an open letter to \"la Repubblica\" which called on the state to protect Roberto Saviano, whose life was under threat after exposing the clandestine activities of the Camorra in his 2006 book \"Gomorrah\"\nRoberto Saviano - On October 20, 2008, six Nobel Prize-awarded authors and intellectuals published an article in which they say that they side with Saviano against & Camorra, and they think that Camorra is not just a problem of security and public order, but a democratic one\nMiriam Makeba - On 9 November 2008, she became ill while taking part in a concert organized to support writer Roberto Saviano in his stand against the Camorra, a mafia-like organisation local to the Region of Campania\nMiriam Makeba - She died on 9 November 2008 after performing in a concert in Italy organized to support writer Roberto Saviano in his stand against the Camorra, a mafia-like organisation local to the region of Campania\nMichele Zagaria, a senior member of the Casalesi clan, was arrested in 2011 after eluding police for 16 years\nIn 2012, the Obama administration imposed sanctions on the Camorra as one of four key transnational organized crime groups, along with the Brothers' Circle from Russia, the Yamaguchi-gumi from Japan, and Los Zetas from Mexico\nLos Zetas - In 2012 the Obama administration imposed sanctions on Los Zetas as one of four key transnational organized crime groups, along with the Brothers' Circle from Russia, the Yamaguchi-gumi from Japan, and the Camorra from Italy\nMatteo Barzini - In 2013 he co-directed his third feature documentary \"Med\u00e8\" about the Camorra in Naples\nIn November 2013 a demonstration by tens of thousands of people was held in Naples in protest against the pollution caused by the Camorra's control of refuse disposal\nIn 2014 clan boss Mario Riccio was arrested for drug trafficking in the Naples area\nPaolo Cannavaro - In July 2018, Cannavaro and former &Napoli (S.S.C._Napoli) footballers Pepe Reina and Salvatore Aronica were subject to a hearing by the Italian Football Federation over links to the Esposito brothers, high-ranking members of the Camorra\nJose Manuel Reina - In July 2018, Reina and former &Napoli (S.S.C._Napoli) FC footballers Paolo Cannavaro and Salvatore Aronica were subject to a hearing by the Italian Football Federation over links to the Esposito brothers, high-ranking members of the Camorra\nPepe Reina - In July 2018, Reina and former &Napoli (S.S.C._Napoli) FC footballers Paolo Cannavaro and Salvatore Aronica were subject to a hearing by the Italian Football Federation over links to the Esposito brothers, high-ranking members of the Camorra\nIn November 2018, Italian police announced the arrest of Antonio Orlando, suspected of being a major figure in the Camorra\nSacra Corona Unita - On 14 November 2018, the operation Galassia of the Guardia di Finanza ended, in which the presumed member of the Pesce-Bellocco 'ndrina, Antonio Zungri, some members of the Tegano 'ndrina and perhaps of the Piromalli 'ndrina together with the Camorra and Sacra Corona Unita's Capriati and Parisi clans were illegally included in the commercial network of the online betting companies \"Planetwin365\", \"Betaland\", \"Enjoybet\" and \"Planetwin\"\nHe had a pursuant to a red notice issued against him by Interpol in January 2019\nIn February 2019, the Spanish police arrested 14 members of the notorious Marranella clan\nIn March 2019, Marco Di Lauro, the second most wanted man in Italy, was arrested after spending 14 years on the run\nOn 18 March 2019 an Italian, suspected of being one of the leaders of the Mazzarella clan, was arrested in the Ourika region, near Marrakech\nOn 23 April 2019, the powerful boss Mario Fabbrocino, leader of the Fabbrocino clan, died in the hospital of the Parma prison, where he was serving a life sentence for ordering the murder of Roberto Cutolo, Raffaele Cutolo's only son, in 1990\nOn May 29, 2019 Raffaele Vallefuoco, an important member of the Polverino clan, was arrested in the Rabat region\nIn June 2019 the operation \"Spaghetti Connection\" dismantled an international drug network involving the Camorra and the 'Ndrangheta in Abidjan and Tabou\nSince June 26, 2019, Maria Licciardi is considered the most wanted fugitive belonging to the Camorra, after she managed to escape of a huge police operation against her clan\nHowever, on 12 July 2019, the Court of Naples annulled the preventive detention against Licciardi, sharing the legal questions raised by her lawyer, Dario Vannetiello","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Tributes to Norwich City's 'greatest and best-loved supporter'\nDerek James\nRoy Blower at home in Norwich on his canary yellow sofa in 2013. Roy, known as one of Norwich City's greatest supporters, has died aged 76. Picture: ARCHANT\nHe was the little boy who stood on a milk crate to watch his first game at Carrow Road more than 70 years ago.\nRoy Blower when he was the city's youngest ever magistrate. Picture: Submitted\nHe grew up to become the voice of the fans - and one of the greatest and best-loved supporters Norwich City has ever had.\nRoy Blower died this week at the age of 76, surrounded by his family on holiday in Suffolk.\nHe was the true \"Mr Norwich City.\"\nIn recent years Roy had been living with Parkinson's and has been confined to a wheelchair but, with his beloved wife Beryl by his side, he rarely missed a game at Carrow Road where he was better known than some of the players.\nRoy Blower, who has died after living with Parkinson's for 10 years, has been fondly remembered by Norwich City Football Club and a host of former players incluing Bryan Gunn and Chris Sutton. Picture: ARCHANT\nBut it wasn't just the football which Roy was famous for. He devoted his life to helping others and serving the Norwich and Norfolk in so many different ways as a magistrate, a county councillor, a city councillor and one of the most popular lord mayors Norwich has ever had.\nRoy \"did you hear the one about...\" Blower was also a great joker. He smiled in the face of adversity and never let his health issues get him down.\nBorn in Lewis Street, Norwich, in 1943 he was a regular at city matches from the age of nine but times were hard at the Blower home when his father had tuberculosis and spent six months in a santorium.\nHe would knock on doors asking people for their old papers so he could sell them at Warminger's waste paper plant for a couple of bob so he could give it to his mum.\nBeryl Blower and Roy Blower at afternoon tea at the Great Hospital, Norwich in aid of Cruse Bereavement Care in October 2014. Picture: Bob Hobbs\n\"We knew what poverty was all about,\" said Roy.\nDown at Carrow Road he was working for the club selling two-penny On The Ball raffle tickets - the only commercial activity in those days.\nHe went on to have a number of different roles and much later became chairman of the Norwich City Independent Supporters' Association.\nRoy was the link between the club and its supporters and he was a great figurehead for some of the most loyal and devoted fans in the land.\nAt the age of 17 he joined the Labour Party and within four years was regional chairman of the Young Socialists.\nIn 1972 he was appointed a magistrate and as for some of Roy's other roles, where do we start?\n- Ex-president of Horsford Cricket Club.\n- Leading table tennis player.\n- Governor at Earlham High School and Avenue Middle.\n- A great speedway supporter and the man who led the campaign for Ove Fundin to be made a Freeman of Norwich.\n- A man who has raised huge amounts of money for charity, people and good causes across Norwich and the whole of Norfolk.\n- Lord Mayor of Norwich in 2007 - a year he described as \"just phenomenal\".\nAway from public duties he ran his own roofing business. Married to Beryl - who also has devoted much of her life to helping others and was Sherriff of Norwich - they have children James, Verity and Robert and several grandchildren.\nThey were by his side when he died last Sunday. A husband, a father, a grandfather and a man who was known and loved by the people of Norfolk and Norwich.\nCouncillor Alan Waters, leader of Norwich City Council, said: \"We are all deeply saddened to hear about the death of Roy Blower.\n\"Roy was a force of nature, an amazing advocate of the city he loved. He served as a Labour councillor for the city and county councils, and I know that he was especially proud to have been Lord Mayor of Norwich.\n\"Our thoughts are with Roy's wife Beryl, their children and family. He will be sadly missed.\"\nThere will never be another Roy Blower. How we will miss him - and his jokes.\n- In our Through the Decades supplement next Tuesday we will telling Roy's extraordinary life story in his own words.\n- If you want to pay tribute to Roy, please leave your messages below.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Treating Lymphatic Fluid Leaks Improves Severe Protein Loss in Patients with Single-ventricle Heart Disease\nResearchers Report Insights, Novel Lymphatic Intervention in Rare Complications in Survivors of Staged Heart Surgery\nPublished on Jun 29, 2017 in CHOP News\nOutpatient Appointments\nSecond Opinions, Referrals and Information About Our Services\nFocusing on a rare but devastating complication in patients with single-ventricle heart disease, a research team has revealed the role of leakage from the liver's lymphatic system, and used a novel procedure to seal off those leaks and improve symptoms in patients.\nThe researchers focused on protein-losing enteropathy (PLE), a severe loss of proteins in the intestine that is a rare but potentially life-threatening side effect of staged heart surgery in patients with single-ventricle disease.\nThe cause of PLE is unknown, but scientists have suspected the lymphatic system was involved. The team's study, published recently in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, confirms the role of abnormal lymphatic circulation between the liver and small intestine. It also and demonstrates how liver lymphatic imaging and a novel intervention that seals off the abnormal lymph flow can improve the quality of life for patients with this condition.\n\"We are learning that more and more conditions are caused by leaks in the lymphatic system,\" said Maxim Itkin, MD, co-author of the study. \"After identifying the leakage site in a lymphatic vessel, the team intervenes, using a technique called lymphatic embolization. Through a small needle, we can block the abnormal flow with a variety of tools \u2014 endovascular glue, coils, iodized oil \u2014 based on an individual patient's needs.\"\n\"Patients with devastating side effects of the single-ventricle palliation process, such as protein-losing enteropathy, endure frequent trips to the bathroom, and their bodies lose essential protein. We have long suspected the lymphatic system was involved and can now begin to provide hope for these patients,\" said Yoav Dori, MD, PhD, co-author of the study and leader of the Jill and Mark Fishman Center for Lymphatic Disorders at CHOP.\nThe CHOP-Penn Medicine team has previously shown that this novel lymphatic system imaging and intervention can cure patients with plastic bronchitis and chylothorax, two other devastating side effect of single-ventricle palliative surgery.\nThe current study is a retrospective review of imaging and medical records of eight patients with congenital heart disease (CHD) with elevated central venous pressure complicated by PLE who underwent lymphatic imaging and interventions at CHOP. The patients included six children and two adults, with a median age of 21 years.\nIn their analysis, the researchers demonstrated lymphatic congestion within the liver and leakage of the liver lymph into the duodenum, mostly through abnormal lymphatic connections. Their findings strongly suggest that this is the dominant cause of PLE in this cohort, and likely in the CHD population.\nThe authors said that their promising initial report must be followed by further investigation. \"Further research and experience with the technique is needed to improve long-term outcomes of this procedure,\" they added.\nMaxim Itkin et al. Congenital heart Disease Complicated by Protein-Losing Enteropathy: Redefining Pathophysiology and Providing Novel Therapy. Journal of the American College of Cardiology, (June 20, 2017) doi: 10.1016\/jacc.2017.04.023\nContact: Joey McCool Ryan, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 267-426-6070 or mccool@email.chop.edu\nOur specialists are leading the way in the diagnosis, treatment and research of congenital and acquired heart conditions.\nSubscribe to receive updates on research and treatment, patient stories, profiles of clinicians, news about special events and much more!\nInterior Menu General Page\nCardiac Center Home\nPatient Outcomes: By the Numbers","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Breaking The North Korean Information Blockade\nVisitors look at the military wire fences at the Imjingak Pavilion near the border village of Panmunjom, which has separated the two Koreas since the Korean War, in Paju, South Korea, on Feb. 14.\nNorth Korea is considered the most reclusive country in the world. Outsiders know very little about what happens inside the Hermit Kingdom.\nNorth Koreans, in turn, know very little about the outside world. The regime of dictator Kim Jong Un bans nearly all forms of outside media. North Koreans are exposed only to what their government tells them, giving them a skewed view of their own country.\nA group of nonprofits in the U.S. is trying to change that with USB drives. The group is asking Americans to donate thumb drives, which are then loaded with Western TV and movies and smuggled into North Korea.\nThe idea for Flash Drives for Freedom was started by the Human Rights Foundation. Sharon Stratton is the U.S. program officer with the North Korean Strategy Center, one of the groups involved. She spoke with NPR's Rachel Martin about what goes on the flash drives and what the risks are for the people involved.\nOn what information goes on the flash drives\nEssentially what we do is we load up these memory storage devices with very different kinds of content. So, not only South Korean or Western films, shows. We put on documentaries, radio recordings, PDFs with South Korean newspapers as well as an offline version of Wikipedia. So we load these memory storage devices, including USBs, with this content. And we work with a network of trusted partners who work on the North Korea-China border. And they distribute these into North Korea.\nOn what they want the information to show\nThrough focus groups in South Korea, we're able to sit down and have more in-depth conversations with recent defectors about what kind of media North Koreans are seeking, what they're amenable to, and what they want to see more of.\nWe don't put in any content that's inflammatory or critical or antagonistic toward the North Korean government. Not only would that compromise potentially the safety of North Korean users who are accessing this foreign media, but it's also just not going to be very effective and North Koreans aren't really interested in that kind of content.\nOther kinds of content that we put on USBs are documentaries that are made by North Korean defectors who are adjusting to their new lives in South Korea. So they're able to show them through the eyes of a North Korean: What it's like living in South Korea \u2014 the challenges that come along with that, but also the opportunities.\nOn the risk involved in watching\nIt is technically illegal in North Korea to access and to distribute foreign media. Security of these individuals in North Korea is our primary concern. It's important to remember that access to information in North Korea has been increasing. It's not just ordinary North Koreans who are accessing foreign media, it's actually also elites \u2014 people who are in government positions, people of rank and privilege. So it's becoming more common. Simply possessing a USB itself is not going to see someone get thrown immediately into jail.\nOn the types of punishment for being caught watching\nIt's difficult to confirm what these punishments are but defector accounts that we get range from ... open trials, or maybe you that have to pay off an official to avoid any kind of punishment. It is difficult to get information exactly on what kinds of punishments are being meted out.\nOn the smugglers who take the flash drives into the country\nThe North Korea-China border is much more porous than maybe many people would expect. There's somewhere in the tens of thousands of Chinese and North Koreans who are moving across that border. They're moving information, they're moving goods. And it's risky work for them and there is a cost involved, so we do pay them.\nOn the goals of the campaign\nThe end goal of our information dissemination efforts is not to get people to defect. It's more about North Koreans who are in North Korea being able to have a changed worldview. Change their perspectives and then lead and sort of speak to any changes they want to see in their country themselves. The end goal is not to say, \"We want you to leave North Korea.\" We want North Koreans to be able to say, \"Well this is what I want for North Korea.\"","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"IPFA 2005 - Lucio Flavio Pinto\nInternational Press Freedom Awards\nGalima Bukharbaeva | Beatrice Mtetwa | Shi Tao | Peter Jennings\nCovering corruption in Brazil's lawless Amazon\nL\u00facio Fl\u00e1vio Pinto reports from the lawless and isolated Amazon region of Brazil, one of the most dangerous beats in Latin America. As publisher and editor of Jornal Pessoal in the northern state of Par\u00e1, he covers an area that is almost twice the size of Texas and is home to corrupt ranchers and land speculators.\nHe has reported on drug trafficking, environmental devastation, and political and corporate corruption. In return, he has been threatened and subjected to a wave of spurious lawsuits. A powerful local media owner, also a local politician, attacked Pinto in a restaurant in January, beating and kicking him. The assailant's bodyguards provided cover during the assault.\nWriting columns and directing coverage in his small bimonthly paper, Pinto has challenged the self-dealing and domination of a prominent media company. In retaliation, the company's principals have unleashed a barrage of legal complaints.\nJudges, politicians, and business owners have also filed criminal and civil complaints against Pinto, who has exposed illegal corporate appropriation of timber-rich land, as well as corruption involving land titles.\nAcceptance remarks (English)\nRead an interview in Caros Amigos (em portugu\u00eas):\nhttp:\/\/carosamigos.terra.com.br\/do_site\/sonosite\/entrev_ago04_lucio.asp\nFollowing are transcribed excerpts from a videotaped interview with Pinto, airing as part of CPJ's International Press Freedom Awards Dinner:\nQ: What are the main difficulties a journalist may find when working in the Amazon region?\nA: Well, the difficulty, in general, that a journalist faces in the Amazon is that he's isolated. His headquarters are far, if he's a correspondent, and the region itself--be it in Bel\u00e9m or Manaus--it's the long distances. So, in general, he's by himself and he's like a firefighter, because the Amazon is always going through social fires, economic fires, environmental fires. So, he feels unprotected. He feels permanently exposed to the actors behind those developments, and many of those actors are violent, aggressive people who don't live by the rules of civilized coexistence. So, I believe this is a very serious problem for journalists to do the journalism that the Amazon needs.\nQ: What is happening in the Amazon that makes it a center for so many illegal activities? Why is there so much crime in the region?\nA: A criminal seeks impunity and the Amazon is an excellent place to go unpunished. So, I think it attracts criminals because the arms of legality and modernity take a long time to come to the Amazon, and that's why it attracts that marginal fauna. ... An important figure in the history of the Amazon was a minister in the military regime, the most powerful minister in the military regime, Delfim Neto--currently a federal legislator for the state of S\u00e3o Paulo. He used to say, \"The Amazon is living the time of the bandit. It's wild and primitive, a land for pioneers. So, first bandits have to come and tame the land, the rest will come later.\"\nQ: Why do you think the Amazon has become one of the most dangerous places to practice journalism in Latin America?\nA: If you want to do serious journalism, you have to do a journalism of denunciation, a journalism that sees what is happening. So here, where the only ethics is the ethics of the criminal, it's crucial that journalists point to the real facts, and the real facts are in contradiction with [official] discourse and rhetoric.\nSo, journalists are always running risks, because journalists are always displeasing people. And, unlike in a major city such as Rio, S\u00e3o Paulo, or New York, where a journalist sometimes doesn't run into the person he denounced, here you run into--sometimes the same day--the person you said was a thief. And that person doesn't like to be called a thief. So, journalists are always facing major and immediate risks.\nQ: Why do Brazilian media ignore or fail to investigate issues as important as environmental degradation, rainforest devastation, and political and corporate corruption in the Amazon?\nA: Well, there was a time when Brazilian media, which is concentrated in the South and Southeast, had a stronger presence here: regional offices, correspondents in state capitals. Today that has virtually disappeared. So, press coverage is episodic: when there's an accident or a conflict, when there's a traumatic development, the Brazilian press covers it. So, because it's not a systematic coverage, the media do not have an in-depth vision of the Amazon, they have an exotic vision. There's a discontinuity in the press coverage of the Amazon. ... The media don't realize, for instance, that some goods currently produced in the Amazon are in world markets. The state of Par\u00e1 is the world's single largest producer of iron ore. And that is not covered. The state of Par\u00e1 has the world's largest bauxite mine. And that is not covered either, because it's not exotic.\nQ: You say that your main feeling about the Amazon is hopelessness. Why?\nA: My feeling of hopelessness is more in retrospect. It's hopelessness considering what has happened, what we have lived through in the Amazon. But in order to stay here, to keep reporting the news, to keep trying to establish the truth, I have to be optimistic and hopeful.\nWhen I started working as a journalist, the deforestation of the Amazon was less than 1 percent. Today's it's 18 percent. There was never a people in the history of mankind who destroyed as much rainforest as has been destroyed in the Amazon, in less than half a century. What was destroyed in the Amazon was 400,000 square kilometers. So, that's shocking, and not because mine is a poet's vision, or an ecologist's vision, it's because the rainforest is the Amazon's reason of being. Could you imagine if Egypt wanted to fill the Nile River with silt? It would finish off Egypt. Egypt is a product of the Nile, and we are a product of the rainforest.\nQ: Why do you continue to fight to change things for the better?\nA: We still have that chance, of making a different history in the Amazon, a history in which the settlement model in the region is based on the rainforest. All peoples in the history of mankind destroyed the forests, they were homo agricola. We, who have the world's largest rainforest reserve, we can be for the first time people of the rainforest. That's not what's happening. On the contrary, we are the ones who have destroyed the rainforest the most. Even so, we still have a unique chance in the history of mankind. The moment the Amazon is devastated--and the consequences will be terrible--we will be just like all the other. That's why it's worth it trying to make a different history.\nAcceptance remarks\nL\u00facio Fl\u00e1vio Pinto remarks\nI am an ordinary Brazilian who has never worn a tuxedo. I wish I could be there among you wearing a stylish outfit. A dinner jacket highlights some of our best qualities. It shows us at our most glamorous.\nAt this ceremony, however, the outfit is, above all, a symbol. A symbol of a link between the rich and the developing world. You are honoring four people who have worked hard to diminish--even eliminate--the distance between rich and poor, who have worked hard to build a bridge between the few who have so much and the many who have so little.\nI come from a region that has 18 percent of this exhausted planet's freshwater and one-third of its tropical rainforest. In these forests you will find the greatest biodiversity on the planet, a volume of genetic information that we are currently incapable of even measuring and yet are unwilling to preserve. Despite this great gift, we prey on our own riches.\nWe should not, however, disdainfully blame the settlers of the Amazon. It has been this way throughout human history. The history of physical expansion of human society is the history of deforestation. Our culture is a culture of deforestation.\nHowever, we now have a unique opportunity to use what we have learned from this destruction as well as our knowledge of nature to write a new story in Amazonia, focusing on sustainability and not eradication.\nThis chapter of Genesis that the Creator did not write but rather assigned to those he has created -- is still possible. Yet as time passes, it becomes increasingly less probable. If it is feasible at all, it will be done only with the help of people of good will throughout the world.\nOn this day that I could not wear my black tie and come to this beautiful ceremony in the world's capital, I am caught in a sordid web created by those who want to suffocate my critical (investigative) journalism, a journalism which remains committed to turning the truth into a weapon of freedom. I wish to make an appeal to you from the jungle, in the spirit of Jack London, the great reporter who wrote from many of the world's frontiers. Extend your bridge to this part of the world. Join us in building a new civilization and culture in this Eden that the great creator delegated to humanity.\nMay our drafts of this chapter be turned into well-written pages in which intelligence creates a new better and more just world. This what everybody always wanted--whether they are wearing a dinner jacket or a t-shirt. It does not make a difference.\nSou um brasileiro comum, que jamais usou um black tie. Mas bem que gostaria de estar neste momento entre os senhores envergando um traje a rigor. Ele real\u00e7a ou superdimensiona algumas das nossas qualidades. \u00c9 nossa vitrine glamourosa.\nNesta festa, por\u00e9m, o traje \u00e9, sobretudo, um s\u00edmbolo. \u00c9 um tra\u00e7o de uni\u00e3o entre o mundo rico e o mundo pobre. Os cidad\u00e3os afortunados que aqui se encontram concederam, referendaram ou est\u00e3o a aplaudir quatro cidad\u00e3os que t\u00eam empenhado seu engenho & arte para diminuir - se n\u00e3o acabar - com a dist\u00e2ncia entre ricos e pobres. T\u00eam colaborado para construir uma ponte entre os poucos que t\u00eam muito e os muitos que nada t\u00eam.\nSabemos n\u00f3s que os senhores s\u00e3o uma boa plat\u00e9ia, uma plen\u00e1ria bem vestida e bem alimentada de ouvidos sens\u00edveis, de olhos perspicazes. Mas querendo contribuir para que todos possam vestir-se bem, comer bem, pensar bem, fazer o bem.\nVenho de uma regi\u00e3o que abriga 18% da \u00e1gua superficial doce desse nosso maltratado planeta e um ter\u00e7o das florestas tropicais que nele ainda restam. Nessas matas h\u00e1 a maior fonte de diversidade de vida, um volume de informa\u00e7\u00f5es gen\u00e9ticas que ainda somos incapazes de dimensionar - e mais incapazes ainda de preservar. Apesar dessas duas grandezas b\u00e1sicas, temos nos notabilizado como predadores justamente dessas que s\u00e3o nossas maiores riquezas.\nN\u00e3o se lance culpa execr\u00e1vel sobre os colonizadores da Amaz\u00f4nia. Foi assim em toda hist\u00f3ria da humanidade. A hist\u00f3ria da expans\u00e3o f\u00edsica da sociedade humana \u00e9 a hist\u00f3ria da devasta\u00e7\u00e3o de suas florestas. Nossa cultura \u00e9 a do desmatamento.\nAgora, por\u00e9m, temos a oportunidade \u00fanica de usar a experi\u00eancia da destrui\u00e7\u00e3o e os conhecimentos j\u00e1 acumulados no trato com a natureza para escrevermos na Amaz\u00f4nia uma hist\u00f3ria in\u00e9dita, centrada na manuten\u00e7\u00e3o da floresta e n\u00e3o na sua extirpa\u00e7\u00e3o.\nEsse \"cap\u00edtulo do G\u00eanesis\" que o criador n\u00e3o escreveu, transferindo-o para a responsabilidade de sua criatura, ainda \u00e9 poss\u00edvel. Mas a cada dia essa possibilidade se distancia do plano da realidade. Se ela for exeq\u00fc\u00edvel, s\u00f3 o ser\u00e1 com a participa\u00e7\u00e3o dos homens de boa vontade do mundo inteiro.\nNeste dia em que n\u00e3o pude vestir meu black tie e vir a esta bonita festa, na capital do mundo, atado que me encontro nas teias s\u00f3rdidas montadas pelos que querem sufocar meu jornalismo cr\u00edtico, comprometido em transformar a verdade na arma de liberta\u00e7\u00e3o, mando-lhes o apelo das selvas, \u00e0 maneira de Jack London, o grande jornalista de outras fronteiras no mundo: estendam suas pontes a este lado do mundo. Embarquem no desafio de construir uma civiliza\u00e7\u00e3o e uma cultura da floresta nesse \u00c9den que o grande criador delegou \u00e0 nossa cria\u00e7\u00e3o - humana, demasiadamente humana.\nQue os ensaios de garranchos sejam substitu\u00eddos por uma p\u00e1gina bem escrita, na qual a intelig\u00eancia crie um mundo novo, melhor e mais justo, como n\u00f3s todos desejamos. Com black tie ou em mangas de camisa, n\u00e3o faz diferen\u00e7a.\nPress Freedom Awards By Year 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996\nAmal Khalifa Idris Habbani (Sudan), Nguyen Ngoc Nhu Quynh (Vietnam), Luz Mely Reyes (Venezuela), Anastasiya Stanko (Ukraine)\nAhmed Abba (Cameroon), Patricia Mayorga (Mexico), Afrah Nasser (Yemen), Pravit Rojanaphruk (Thailand)\nMahmoud Abou Zeid, Shawkan (Egypt), Malini Subramaniam (India), Can D\u00fcndar (Turkey), \u00d3scar Mart\u00ednez (El Salvador)\nC\u00e1ndido Figueredo Ru\u00edz (Paraguay), Raqqa is Being Slaughtered Silently (Syria), Zone 9 Bloggers (Ethiopia), Zulkiflee Anwar Ulhaque, \"Zunar\" (Malaysia)\nAung Zaw (Burma), Siamak Ghaderi (Iran), Mikhail Zygar (Russia), Ferial Haffajee (South Africa)\nJanet Hinostroza (Ecuador), Bassem Youssef (Egypt), Nedim \u015eener (Turkey), Nguyen Van Hai (Vietnam)\nMauri K\u00f6nig (Brazil), Dhondup Wangchen (China), Azimjon Askarov (Kyrgyzstan), Mae Azango (Liberia)\nMansoor al-Jamri (Bahrain), Natalya Radina (Belarus), Javier Valdez C\u00e1rdenas (Mexico), Umar Cheema (Pakistan)\nMohammad Davari (Iran), Nadira Isayeva (Russia), Dawit Kebede (Ethiopia), Laureano M\u00e1rquez (Venezuela)\nMustafa Haji Abdinur (Somalia), Naziha R\u00e9jiba (Tunisia), Eynulla Fatullayev (Azerbijan), J.S. 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{"text":"Andy Murray Movingly Opens Up About Cancer In Players' Tribune Post\nby Tom Gainey | November 13th, 2015, 10:50 am\nIn a new post on the Players' Tribune, Andy Murray opens up about Ross Hutchins' and Elena Baltacha's battles with cancer.\nA sample:\nI got married the year I turned 28. In a few months, when Kim and I become parents for the first time, I'll be 28. Twenty-eight feels like the beginning of something.\nAs a tennis player, 28 is an age at which I have much I still want to accomplish. 28 feels like a peak, a prime, a moment open with possibility.\n28 is \u2026 it's barely anything. It's no time at all.\nMy best friend, Ross Hutchins, got cancer at 28.\nI remember my exact internal reaction when I found out the news. It wasn't stress. It wasn't sadness. It was: Sorry, what?\nBritney Spears To Play Andy Murray's Girlfriend In Movie About The Tennis Star? [Video]\nMartina Navratilova Diagnosed With Breast Cancer [Video]\nAndy Murray Extends Coaching Relationship With Amelie Mauresmo For The \"Long Term\"\nAndy Murray: Physically I'm Better Now Than When I Played The US Open Last Year [Video]\nRafael Nadal, Caroline Wozniacki, Ana Ivanovic Take Part in Madrid Exo [Video]\nRead more stories about: 2015 Season\nTags: Andy Murray\nDon't miss any tennis action, stay connected with Tennis-X\nFollow @tennisx\nGet the FREE TX daily newsletter\n11 Comments for Andy Murray Movingly Opens Up About Cancer In Players' Tribune Post\nRZ Says:\nI really enjoyed reading this, and as mentioned on the previous thread, nice to see Rosco doing so well.\nSG1 Says:\nAs Ben said, Andy's tennis isn't always likeable but Andy definitely is. He has remarkable perspective for someone who's still quite young.\nHow can people not like this guy. He is simply the best.\nJ-Kath Says:\nDitto Margo.\nit's true: 28 is so young! it's awful what ross hutchins has gone through. or anyone with this disease, for that matter. : \/\nGypsy Gal Says:\nMy nephew went through a similar experience some years ago too,he was the same age as Ross is now,and thankfully hes also clear too,i feel so sad for Bally who wasnt so lucky\u2026.\nMy other half has non-hodginson's \u2013 has regular testing \u2013 thought to have been caused by exposure to chemicals (is\/was a geologist). In remission approx. 6 years \u2013 however too long a period on steroids has brought its own problems\u2026..\nJ-Kath im sorry to hear that my dear,all the best to you both\u2026.\nMy daughter-in-law has Non Hodgkinson's and is in remission at present, but she is middle aged, so there is no comparison with Baltacha's plight.\nIn the USA, and increasingly in the UK, a big problem is the tendency of patients to embrace ineffective pseudo-science, generally homeopathy. In our current climate of austerity, with the National Health Service being squeezed ever more tightly financially, the government is considering blacklisting homeopathy,on which the NHS wastes several million pounds annually. This won't be easy given the addiction of Prince Charles and the whole Royal Family to homeopathy.\nJ-Kath, you talk of exposure to \"chemicals\", but don't you mean \"bad chemicals\"? Everything is chemicals, including ourselves and all that we eat and drink, even plain old water!\nWhen you are testing for the presence and or the depth of possible new oil fields..& rock sediments there are a load of different chemicals used\u2026.the product is soaked, cooked and quite often the Lab. was filled with fumes\u2026.there's no proof of course that this caused it except he had two glands operation prior. He is also no longer young so no comparison with Baltacha\u2026but her cancer was in the liver I think.\nGG \u2013 Thank you\u2026I'm OK \u2026I think\u2026.I never go to the Doctor's for the so-called yearly check-up until I'm threatened (they even come round to my door to try and catch me \u2013 Needles at the alert).\nmadmax Says:\nEveryone knows someone touched by cancer. The most vile of diseases. Vile. A cure is supposed to be on the horizon.\nThankfully.\nTop story: Novak Djokovic Releases Statement: My Good Intentions Have Been Misconstrued\nMost Recent story: Australian Open TD Craig Tiley To Players: Send Complaints To Me, Not To Social Media!","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Slender \"magic\" tower to soar above Melbourne\nBy Emma Doherty\nAustralia's tallest tower could grace the CBD skyline courtesy of the Royal Society of Victoria.\nThe super slender tower dubbed \"Magic\" is promising to revitalise Melbourne's 159-year-old science hub, on the small parcel of land bounded by Exhibition, LaTrobe and Victoria streets.\nIf planning is approved for the 60-storey tower, which will stand at 330 metres high, it will become Australia's tallest building.\nThe Royal Society of Victoria hopes the residential tower will enable it to continue investing in science and technology.\nSociety CEO Mike Flattley said it had proposed the tower idea as the most profitable way of raising funds.\n\"We are a very small organisation and we don't have the funds to capitalise on that site ourselves. So the only way we can do anything on the site is if we raise funds through the building itself,\" Mr Flattley said.\nWorking alongside builder Grocon, the society intends the building to lead the way in construction and technology innovation. This is imperative in supporting its the aims.\n\"The importance of the tower being in itself innovative, and having the latest technology to return sustainability features for a very tall tower in Melbourne is because it needs to symbolise what the Royal Society is here to do, which is to resource Victoria with the latest science, technology and ingenuity and wherever possible, use Victorian science, innovation and ingenuity in conducting any particular project,\" Mr Flattely said.\nFor construction to go ahead, the site will be approved for the heritage permit and it also needs to be assessed against the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act.\nThe site is heritage listed due to its historical and architectural significance to the State of Victoria and, according to plans, will remain untouched. However, the relevant issue will be whether it can be approved under a landscape exemption. Heritage Council of Victoria records show landscaping exemptions for the site are limited to surrounding trees and vegetation, the adjacent carport and surrounding fence.\nThe site falls just outside of the CBD's planning scheme and doesn't have National Heritage listing, under which it may have been protected under the EPBC Act.\nMr Flattely said it would take \"some time\" to achieve planning approval for the tower.\nHe said: \"It will be some time. This is a very difficult project and difficult proposition so at the moment, this is very much a proposal and something we are taking to our membership and also letting the general public know that we are pursuing the opportunity, but are going to need the support of every level of government in Australia to see it through.\"","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Images in the Library \u2013 Hieroglyphs, Emblems, Rebuses\nBy Kunstbibliothek, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nHypnerotomachia Poliphili (1499) by Francesco ColonnaKunstbibliothek, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nUmberto Eco characterized the Hypnerotomachia Poliphili, first published in Venice in 1499, as \"the most beautiful book of all time.\" The novel with the enigmatic title \u2013 which means \"Poliphilo's dream of love-struggle\" \u2013 was composed in a sonorous mixture of Latin and Italian, and illustrated with plentiful woodcuts. The book reflects the Renaissance reader's fascination with 'pagan mysteries,' which drew inspiration from hieroglyphs, emblems, and picture puzzles.\nPoliphilo, the fictive narrator of the Hypnerotomachia, wanders in a dream through surreal landscapes in which he reawakens the architecture, sculpture, and gardens of antiquity to life through the resonant quality of his speech. On page after page, the remains of antiquity are described and interpreted by Poliphilo. In addition to numerous sculptures, he also discovers a rebus, or picture puzzle, which he admires as an inscription consisting of Egyptian hieroglyphs. In reality, it is the author's own invention.\nBelow the woodcuts of the 'hieroglyphs,' the sequence of signs is translated by Poliphilo into a Latin text: \"From your labor to the God of nature sacrifice freely. Gradually, you will make your soul subject to God. He will hold the firm guidance of your life, mercifully governing you, and will preserve you unharmed .\" An image can stand for a concept (the \"bucranium lashed to hoes\" for \"labor\"), or for a series of concepts (\"eye and vulture on an altar\" for \"God,\" \"nature,\" and \"sacrifice.\"). Even the sinuous, ornamental band at the end stands for the Latin conjunction \"que,\" which elegantly conjoins the final two ideograms.\nSymbolicarum quaestionum libri quinque (1555) by Achille BocchiKunstbibliothek, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nIn subsequent years, Poliphilo's hieroglyphic message was cited frequently. In a book by the Italian humanist Achille Bocchi, a teacher at Bologna University, this rebus is even presented by an angel, like a reliquary of the True Faith. Even heathen hieroglyphs can be transformed without further ado into a Catholic message of justice and probity in study, transmitted to a son by his father as a moral principle.\nHieroglyphica (1551) by HorapolloKunstbibliothek, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nAppearing in Venice in 1505, six years after the publication of the Hypnerotomachia Poliphili, was the first edition of the Hieroglyphica, two books, painting poetic explanations of hieroglyphic symbols by a late-antique author named Horapollo, for whom the actual ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic writing system had in fact already become alien. Now, the fashion for hieroglyphs, emblems, and rebuses was unstoppable. Read with enthusiasm by the cultural elite of the 16th century, Horapollo's Hieroglyphica was understood as the purportedly long-lost paradigm of a 'sacred' pictorial idiom.\nFor the 16th century reader fascinated by 'pagan mysteries,' the distinction between phonograms (phonetic symbols) and the ideograms (logograms) of hieroglyphic writing systems had no significance. In deciphering symbols, they pursued their own logic. Celestial bodies like the sun and moon, hence, or a basilisk arched around the gods to form a circle, might stand for \"eternity\" or the \"course of time.\"\nDuring the 16th century, the deciphering of the Egyptian hieroglyphs still lay far in the future. In reliance upon the classical historiographer Diodorus Siculus, it was asserted that any educated humanist was capable of interpreting such figures. This opened the door to the most fantastical pictorial inventions, which integrated the iconic sign into a spatial and scenic image.\nIn Horapollo, an individual who derives (excessive) delight from music and dance is referred to as a turtledove, a bird that was captured by means of melodies played on the flute \u2013 in the image, the symbol is translated into a surreal scene, with the large dove in the tree listening, captivated, to the quartet of musicians, consisting of flute, harp, and a pair of violas da gamba.\nHeydenweldt (1554) by Johannes HeroldKunstbibliothek, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nIn his adaptation of the history books of Diodoros Siculus, the Swiss publicist Johannes Herold added a translation of Horapollo's Egyptian 'picture writing.' The woodcuts have been inserted directly into the text, making a strongly memorable impression even within this tiny pictorial space, and in a way that is reminiscent of the images found in primers, or the ABC books through which pupils learn to read.\nLibro nel qual s'insegna \u00e0 scrivere (1548) by Giovanni Battista PalatinoKunstbibliothek, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nThe 16th century vogue for Egyptian hieroglyphs inspired authors to create their own rebuses, in which individual words are represented by pictographic images, an early form of encryption. In his textbook on artful writing, the Roman calligrapher Giovanni Battista Palatino included a \"Sonetto Figurato,\" a poem consisting of figural elements. The key to deciphering the cryptic series of letters and graphic symbols lay in the sound of the pictured object: a phonetic combination of \"uova\" (egg) with the letter \"d\" produces the interrogative \"dove\" (where).\nEmblematum Libellus (1534) by Andrea AlciatiKunstbibliothek, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nThe survival of the hieroglyphs is owed in particular to the emblematic literature. In 1531, a publisher in Augsburg produced a book entitled Emblematum liber (Book of Emblems), a collection of poems illustrated through woodcuts. The author, the Milan attorney Andrea Alciato, was however dissatisfied with this edition. A new edition of the emblem book appeared in Paris in 1534; here, the text and images were arranged typographically in such a way that a Latin motto, a woodcut, and a Latin epigram stood together on each page\nThe hieroglyphic model of reading shaped the depiction and interpretation of images, for example the symbol of the \"lute\" in the emblem for \"foedera\" (alliance). The harmoniously tuned strings of the lute emblematize the powerful political alliance between the Italian princes. In Horapollo, however, the image stood for those people who possess the dubious capacity for \"making himself agreeable to others.\"\nThe hieroglyphs seen by Poliphilo in his dream recur in emblematic rebuses. Enjoying great popularity was the image, familiar from antique coins, of a dolphin wound around an anchor, hence combining rapid maneuverability with firm support. Poliphilo had discovered it as ornamentation on a bridge, engraved alongside the image of a circle, and had interpreted to mean \"Semper festina tarde\" (Make haste slowly).\nCoin displaying the Emperor Titus (Back)Bode-Museum, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nThe dolphin that winds itself around an anchor is found on Roman coins bearing portraits of the Emperor Titus. The image of an anchor with a dolphin also served as the trademark of the Venetian printer Aldo Manuzio, who opened his printing shop in 1494, and soon became famous for his philologically exemplary editions of ancient texts.\nLe Imprese Heroiche et Morali (1559) by Gabriele SimeoniKunstbibliothek, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nThe image of an anchor with a dolphin was characterized by the Italian author Gabriele Simeoni as the \"imprese\" of the Roman Emperor Titus \u2013 on the opposite page, he shows a variant with a crab and a butterfly, standing for the Roman Emperor Augustus. A derivation of the Italian word \"impresa\" (enterprise), the term \"imprese\" denotes the connection between an image and a personal motto or epigram.\nThe dolphin with anchor reappears in the emblem book of Andrea Alciati. Now, it serves as a political memento, and admonishes sovereigns to protect their subjects in turbulent times, and to base their rule on firm foundations, like the anchor of a ship in stormy seas.\nOn his dream wanderings, Poliphilo encounters a hieroglyph of a half-seated, half-reclining woman who holds a wing in one hand and a turtle in the other, both in perfect balance, one leg planted firmly on the ground, the other suspended in the air. He explains the image with the epigram: \"Temper speed by sitting, and lethargy by standing.\"\nThis pictorial idea of balanced opposites was varied like a musical motif and elaborated contrapuntally. Appearing in the emblem book of Andrea Alciato is a nude, standing boy. One leg is stretched out for support, the other bent dynamically; the left-hand, which has wings, is raised into the air, while the other, to which a stone has been tied, is hopelessly burdened: \"Poverty hinders the advancement of the greatest abilities.\"\nLe Theatre Des Bons Engins (1540) by Guillaume de La Perri\u00e8reKunstbibliothek, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nIn the French emblem book of Guillaume de La Perri\u00e8re we find a parody of this pictorial model. The winged walking stick on the turtle serves as a warning to pilgrims not to wander about aimlessly, as though there were no greater goal \"than to rush across seas and over land. But such roving about is not always the right way. The winged walking stick must keep us in check, so that we move along like a turtle.\"\nEmblemata (1599) by Johannes SambucusKunstbibliothek, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nEmploying an excessively complex system of references, the Hungarian universal savant Johannes Sambucus incorporated this now barely recognizable allegorical emblem. Nature, represented as Artemis of Ephesos, holds the contrary aspects of physics and metaphysics in her hands, the \"falling blossoms\" and the \"flying falcon.\" There is also a \"Temple of Vesta\" with a globe and a \"Temple of Divine Providence,\" which hovers above clouds with an astrolabe. This means that metaphysics is preferable to physics \u2013 although the meaning of the bird and the moon above the shoulder of nature remains puzzling.\nEmblematum Tyrocinia (1581) by Mathias HoltzwartKunstbibliothek, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nIn the emblem book of Mathias Holtzwart, the merging of opposites acquires a new significance: \"What good for a man to gain the entire world if God Himself refuses him eternal peace?\" In the image, the work of the Swiss artist Tobias Stimmer, this plainspoken admonition is transformed into a fantastical image of despair: in place of a stone (for poverty), a large moneybag hangs from the man's feet, preventing him from using his winged arms to soar upwards.\nEmblematum Centuria (1613) by Gabriel RollenhagenKunstbibliothek, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nThrough the Magdeburg preacher and pedagogue Gabriel Rollenhagen, in the end, a different reading proved more up-to-date: poverty, as heavy as a stone, weighs us down, while talent allows us to soar into the heights, as though on wings. It was not least the artistic quality of Crispijn van de Passe's engravings that sustained the success of this emblem book, even when the fashion for hieroglyphs and emblems faded during the age of Enlightenment and neoclassicism.\nUschabti of Psamtik by UnknownNeues Museum, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nDespite all of this enthusiasm for 'pagan mysteries,' attempts to decipher Egyptian hieroglyphs were unsuccessful. Only during the nineteenth-century did archaeological excavations unearth increasing numbers of objects bearing inscriptions, such as the \"ushabti,\" statuettes which accompanied the deceased into the tomb. Hieroglyphs are the symbols found in the ancient Egyptian writing system, and they remained in use from circa 3200 BCE until the fourth century CE. At first, individual pictographs were used to convey simple information. But in development as early as the third millennium BCE was a highly complex writing system employing circa 700 hieroglyphs which can be categorized as phonetic symbols (phonograms), logograms (ideograms), or additional characters (determinatives). During the Ptolemaic periodic, numerous combinations of individual hieroglyphs, along with new variant readings, increased the number of hieroglyphs to more than 7000.\nDescription De L'\u00c9gypte (1822) by Edme Fran\u00e7ois JomardKunstbibliothek, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nThe abiding mystery of the Egyptian hieroglyphs was solved as the result of a happy accident. The so-called Rosetta Stone was discovered near Ra\u0161\u012bd (Rosetta) in the Nile Delta by a French officer during the Egyptian military campaign (1798-1801) of the French General Napoleon Bonaparte. The \"Commission des sciences et des arts\" (Commission for the Sciences and Arts), which accompanied the campaign on assignment by Napoleon, recognized the significance of the find. Engraved on the stone stele in three different writing systems (hieroglyphic, Demotic, and ancient Greek) is a royal decree dating from the year 196 BCE. Although the stele had to be surrendered to the British after the French defeat, it was the French linguist Jean-Fran\u00e7ois Champollion who first successfully translated hieroglyphic inscriptions through a comparison of the three writing systems. This decisive moment is documented in the monumental publication Description de l'\u00c9gypte (Description of Egypt).\nText: Staatliche Museen zu Berlin \u2013 Preu\u00dfischer Kulturbesitz\nConcept and Text: Michael Lailach\nTranslation: Ian Pepper\nRealisation: Justine Tutmann\n\u00a9 Staatliche Museen zu Berlin \u2013 Preu\u00dfischer Kulturbesitz \/ Photo: Dietmar Katz\nBode-Museum, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nNeues Museum, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin\nStories from these collections\nABC of Travel\nThe Rebirth Of The Neues Museum\nJean-Fran\u00e7ois Thomas de Thomon Drawings for Saint Petersburg\nThe Lost Museum\nAn audience with Nefertiti\nSoft Pink and Pale Blue\nThree-Dimensional Memory\nLife and Belief During the Bronze Age\nThe Piranesi Principle\nMasterpiece with war wounds\nThe Cult of the Dead","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Social media remains key to Venezuela's opposition, despite efforts to block it\nOpponents of Nicol\u00e1s Maduro face off against troops loyal to the government on Tuesday. (Ariana Cubillos\/AP)\nBy Drew Harwell and\nDrew Harwell\nReporter covering artificial intelligence\nMariana Zu\u00f1iga\nVenezuela's state-run Internet service on Tuesday appeared to cut off broad swaths of the nation's social-media and messaging sites, taking aim at the most critical ways Venezuelans had organized protests and communicated with family amid military clashes and violent unrest.\nInternet-monitoring groups said CANTV, the state-run Internet provider through which most people access the Web, appeared to block or restrict access to a range of websites, including Twitter and Instagram, that opposition leader Juan Guaid\u00f3 and other groups have used to mobilize growing protests against President Nicol\u00e1s Maduro.\nThe video giant YouTube, the search engine Bing, the live-streaming video service Periscope, and chat and messaging services run by Google also appeared to be blocked as part of the latest sweeping move by an authoritarian regime to squash online dissent.\nThe blocks contributed to the chaos of a challenge spearheaded by Guaid\u00f3 and backed by an unknown number of soldiers as thousands of protesters clashed in the streets with pro-government militias and Maduro loyalists. But the cutoff did not entirely disrupt the uprising, and many Guaid\u00f3 supporters in the streets said that the networks had first alerted them to the protests.\n[Dozens wounded in Venezuela as protests against Maduro turn violent]\n\"In the Venezuela we are living today, social media is vital,\" said Veronica Ca\u00f1a, a 40-year-old woman who was at the eastern Caracas highway on Tuesday morning heading to join the Guaid\u00f3 protests. \"I woke up at 5 a.m. and I started to receive information of what was happening in La Carlota and, well, my whole scheduled plans for the day changed. I had to do my duty and join.\"\nGovernments facing political turmoil often seek to shut off all or some of the Internet access in their countries to hinder organizing by opponents and the spreading of information that might fuel protests. The Egyptian government in 2011, for example, blocked overall Internet access during the Arab Spring uprisings for nearly a week.\nMore often, though, national governments seek to block social media and other communication tools while keeping online the overall Internet, which can be essential to commerce and government operations. Sri Lanka, for example, blocked some social media sites after the Easter Day bombings that left hundreds of people dead, and restored access to the sites two days later. Monitoring services reported that the Internet in Venezuela, though spotty in places, remained functioning Tuesday amid the blocks to social media services.\nBlocking individual services, such as major social media sites, is technically easy when there are only a few major telecommunications providers in a country, though individual users can sometimes evade such roadblocks using software tools such as virtual private networks, or VPNs, that allow a user to obscure the origin of their Internet use.\n[Analysis: Is what's happening in Venezuela a coup?]\nMichael Camilleri, a director at the Washington-based think tank Inter-American Dialogue, said social-media and online messaging services had become the most critical ways Venezuelans communicated beyond the reach of government censors. The opposition to Maduro has publicly mobilized on Twitter and Instagram and privately communicated through group chats on the encrypted messaging service WhatsApp.\nBut Maduro's attempts at an \"information monopoly,\" and the Internet restrictions that have followed, have hampered people's ability to understand the state of a country suffering growing violence and near-total economic collapse. For news on the unrest, many Venezuelans had to rely on family members back in the U.S. messaging them via WhatsApp.\n\"The Venezuelan government going back years now has essentially co-opted or silenced any independent media in the country. So the Internet has become an essential source of information for anybody who doesn't want to take government propaganda as truth,\" he said.\nIf \"there's a democratic revolution in Venezuela,\" he added, it will be one that \"was very much organized and inspired by these\" networks.\n[White House blames Maduro 'regime' after footage shows armored vehicle striking protesters]\nNetBlocks, a Europe-based watchdog group that tracks Internet censorship, said their tests found that social-media services, independent news sources and other sites appeared to be blocked in a way that could not be explained by outages or other natural disruptions.\nSome VPN services, such as the public VPN app TunnelBear, also appeared to be taken offline. VE sin Filtro, a Venezuelan-based firm that also tracks Internet blocks, said its tests found similar interference.\nAlp Toker, the executive director of NetBlocks, said the blackouts began early Tuesday and proceeded through three distinct phases, beginning with brief disruptions to Twitter and video-streaming sites and concluding with a mass degradation of some of the country's most-used services, including Instagram. \"There's impact across the board,\" he said.\nTwitter has been a key network for both sides of the Venezuelan crisis. Maduro's communications minister tweeted Tuesday that government forces were confronting a \"coup\" in the capital launched by a \"reduced group of military officials who are traitors.\"\nBut the platform also helped drive protesters such as Leonel Mendoza into the action. \"I saw it on Twitter and decided to go to the street right away,\" said Mendoza, 29.\n['We keep fighting:' Stories of resilience from across Venezuela]\nGuaid\u00f3's team has struggled to reach the masses because most TV and radio stations are censored by a pro-government regulatory agency, CONATEL, and most newspapers have been bought over the years by sympathizers of the socialist government of the late president Hugo Ch\u00e1vez. Many international outlets have been banned, dozens of radio stations have been closed, and state-run TV networks largely transmit propaganda by the Maduro government. NetBlocks said YouTube, Periscope and other sites also have been blocked in recent weeks during Guaid\u00f3's speeches; they were generally brought online shortly after the speeches ended.\nOpposition leaders inform their supporters and call for protests through Twitter and Instagram, and relay messages through WhatsApp. To reach people in the slums and remote areas where Internet access is limited, Guaid\u00f3's team has also launched an election-style grass-roots campaign, dubbed \"Operacion Libertad,\" designed to boost their social-media reach.\nPueblo de Venezuela:\nEl Centro Nacional de Comunicaci\u00f3n ha creado la cuenta @Presidencia_VE en las redes sociales. Invitamos a seguirla y a difundirla para combatir las noticias falsas y al G2 cubano.\nLa defensa de la democracia tambi\u00e9n la hacemos desde las redes.\n\u2014 Juan Guaid\u00f3 (@jguaido) April 29, 2019\n\"The defense of democracy is also led through social media,\" Guaid\u00f3 tweeted on Monday through an account, @Presidencia_VE, through which he said all official information would be announced. \"Let's spread this new channel of official information, this window of freedom,\" he said.\nCraig Timberg contributed to this report.\nDrew Harwell Drew Harwell is a technology reporter for The Washington Post covering artificial intelligence and the algorithms changing our lives. He joined The Post in 2014 and has covered national business and the Trump companies. Follow","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"James Garner's Husqvarna 400 Cross\nBen Branch January 5, 2017\nJames Garner was an A-list actor from the golden age of Hollywood who shared the motorsport addiction that also afflicted the likes of Steve McQueen and Paul Newman. Garner was the co-owner of the AIR (American International Racers) team, which ran endurance road-racing Corvettes in the late 1960s, and he was also contracted to American Motors Corporation (AMC) for a number of years, with his garages preparing 10 1969 SC\/Ramblers for the brutal Baja 500 desert race. 7 of his 10 cars finished the race, taking out 3 of the top 5 places in the their class.\nGarner also drove the \"Goodyear Grabber\" Baja racer, which he piloted to a second-in-class finish in the 1969 NORRA Mexican 1000, and he drove the pace car at the Indy 500 in 1975, 1977, and 1985.\nGarner became firm friends with Steve McQueen during filming of the 1963 classic The Great Escape, and it's likely to be this friendship that resulted in him and fellow actor James Coburn ordering a pair of Husqvarna 400 Cross off road racing motorcycles in 1970. James' daughter Gigi recalls McQueen and her Dad racing their matching Huskys up and down the street outside the Steve's estate in Brentwood (a quiet neighborhood on Los Angeles' Westside), it's very likely that the two men also took the bikes off road, possibly joined by the likes of Malcolm Smith.\nIn 1970, the Husqvarna 400 Cross was nearing the peak of its lifecycle. The model had won both the 1969 and 1970 500cc World Championships in the capable hands of Bengt Aberg, and the Swedish machines were by far the best designed off road racers in the world. Each was powered by a 396cc, single-cylinder two-stroke, with 40hp, a 4-speed transmission, and a chromoly frame \u2013 the dry weight was just 105 kilograms (231 lbs), giving it a power-to-weight ratio that even many modern motorcycles would struggle to match.\nGarner's 400 Husky is due to be sold by Bonhams on the 26th of January with an estimated value of between $20,000 and $25,000. Although that might not be cheap, it is a beautifully restored piece of Hollywood history with a direct connection to two of the biggest names in mid-century cinema. If you'd like to read more or register to bid you can click here to visit the official listing.\nPublished by Ben Branch - January 5th 2017\nCustom 2WD Ural Sidecar Motorcycle by Le Mani Moto \u2013 \"From Russia With Love\"\nThis custom 2WD Ural was built by the team Le Mani Moto, they called it \"From Russia With Love\" as a reference to the James Bond film of the same name starring Sean Connery. Ural Motorcycles Ural is undoubtably the best known of the Russian motorcycle manufacturers, the company is based in the town of\u2026\nThe New Norton Atlas Ranger Scrambler \u2013 \u00a311,995 MSRP\nScrambler Motorcycles\nThe new-for-2019 Norton Atlas Ranger is the latest addition to the line-up from the storied British motorcycle manufacturer that was rescued by Stuart Garner in 2008, and has gone from strength to strength since. To cut to the chase for those of you who don't have time for a full read \u2013 the Norton Atlas Ranger\u2026\nZOOZ One \u2013 An Electric BMX Bike For The 21st Century\nThe ZOOZ One is an electric BMX bike that's 20% larger than a standard BMX bicycle, to ensure that it'll comfortably accommodate adults from 5\u2032 all the way up to 6'5\u2033. The bike's design is the work of Pete Kelly, an industrial designer and the former head of design at both SkullCandy and Fossil Watches\u2026.\nThe Yamaha XT500 \u2013 Winner Of The First Two Paris-Dakar Rallies\nThe Yamaha XT500 won the first two runnings of the Paris-Dakar Rally as well as the Paris-Abidjan-Nice, it also surprised everyone by winning the 1977 500cc Motocross World Championship (in significantly modified form) against the formerly dominant two-strokes. Today the XT500 is remembered along with motorcycles like the original BMW R80GS as a godfather of\u2026\nThe Post-Apocalyptic Droog Moto Kawasaki Ninja 650R \u2013 Moto 12\nThe Kawasaki Ninja 650R isn't a motorcycle that you'd necessarily think of as a post-apocalyptic machine, but the team at Droog Moto took a look under the fairing and realized they could make something of it \u2013 something a little less 9-to-5 and a little more get-out-alive. Droog Moto is a highly-regarded custom motorcycle garage\u2026\nMV Agusta Three-Cylinder 500cc Grand Prix Racing Motorcycle\nThe MV Agusta three-cylinder, known as the Tre Cilindri, was ridden by Giacomo Agostini to 13 of his 15 World Championship titles between 1966 and 1973. MV Agusta had started with a 350cc version of the three-cylinder in 1965, this engine would be expanded to 500cc for 1966, allowing the Italian company to challenge both the 350cc\u2026\nAutodromo Monoposto Chronograph\nGibson Memphis ES-355 Cherry Gloss","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"HBO's Vice News Tonight Interviews Jon Lenzner on Representing White House Employees in Government Investigations\nJon Lenzner discusses representing government employees on HBO's Vice News Tonight\nIn June 2017, IGI's CEO Jon Lenzner was interviewed by Evan McMorris-Santoro on HBO's Vice News Tonight about representing government employees, including White House personnel, during investigations of high-level staff.\nAs Lenzner said, \"There may be a lower-level or mid-level staffer who works for a senior official that is under investigation. Those individuals who work for them may want to hire their own counsel because they may have been privy to conversations or meetings that investigators are going to want to ask them about.\"\nWatch the episode here on Vice.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"ESA Celebrates 70 Years \u2014 A Look Back at Morris F. Weinstock\nby Merlin Guilbeau, IOM - Executive Director & CEO\nThe Morris F. Weinstock Person of the Year Award is considered to be the most esteemed honor in the electronic security and life safety industry. Awarded since 1970, the achievement recognizes outstanding volunteer leadership. This award is a great honor to everyone who receives it, but especially to those who know the story behind it \u2013 a story that begins before ESA or even the NBFAA, and has threads connecting the award's namesake to key points in the development of the electronic security industry. The Morris F. Weinstock Person of the Year Award is considered to be the most esteemed honor in the electronic security and life safety industry.\nAwarded since 1970, the achievement recognizes outstanding volunteer leadership.\nThis award is a great honor to everyone who receives it, but especially to those who know the story behind it \u2013 a story that begins before ESA or even the NBFAA, and has threads connecting the award's namesake to key points in the development of the electronic security industry.\nIn the early 1930s, Morris F. Weinstock worked in his father's butcher shop in Cleveland, Ohio. According to Weinstock's son, George, crime was becoming an issue for the family business \u2014 to the point that Morris' father slept in the shop with a pistol in his lap.\nRepeated break-ins prompted Weinstock to use the skills he acquired from technical school to design a way for the family to alert each other quickly. With no knowledge of how systems were already being installed around the country, the first alarm system Weinstock ever installed was rudimentary yet inventive.\nThe system consisted of a doorbell button under the butcher shop counter that rang a bell in the family home behind the store.\nSoon, other merchants were calling for systems like the one he had installed. So, the Weinstock brothers obliged. Jack and Morris formed Morse Signal Devices to meet the demand for their alarm system. According to George Weinstock, the newly awakened security men accepted calls on the butcher shop's phone and rode a bicycle to install systems around town.\nIn no time, the company could afford a car. Then, the brothers made a couple buyouts, leapt into direct wire monitoring \u2014 bought a bigger office and before Weinstock knew it, the small business was a well-established name in the Cleveland area.\nIt was around this time that he received a visit from Ben Call. The fellow businessman from Boston came to Weinstock in 1948 with an idea: a trade association for the growing alarm industry. Many installers across the nation had already rejected Call by the time he spoke with Weinstock, but Morris caught the vision and believed in the idea.\nIn fact, he liked it so much that he paid half of Call's expenses to start the association.\nFrom there, the course was set for a rapid formation of the National Burglar Alarm Association in 1948, which became the National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association a year later, and is now known as the Electronic Security Association. Weinstock attended the meeting where the association was formed, and hosted the second meeting of the association, which brought displays by manufacturers for the first time.\nWeinstock also served as president of the newly formed NBFAA from 1955-1956, while still helping to grow a skyrocketing family business.\nIn 1969, at the age of 59, the visionary died from a heart attack. His impact on the industry impressed his peers so much that upon his death, his family partnered with the NBFAA to establish an award in his honor. His sons wanted the award to recognize excellence in service to the industry, because, as George Weinstock wrote of his father, \"how would the history of the alarm industry have been changed \u2013 and what would the present be like \u2013 if Morris Weinstock had not followed through with his dreams?\"","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Star Alliance Biometrics\nTouchless travel by means of facial recognition: Vienna Airport commences as a provider of Star Alliance Biometrics in November\nAs of 09 November, passengers at Vienna Airport can benefit from facial recognition when passing through selected checkpoints prior to the security control and at specific boarding gates in a touchless manner by means of biometric identification with Star Alliance Biometrics, a Star Alliance product already in place at both Frankfurt and Munich Airports.\nHow does Star Alliance Biometrics work?\nRegistered Miles & More members of Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa and SWISS, who agree to participate in Star Alliance Biometrics, can now pass through the boarding pass control in Terminal 3 and the boarding gates in selected test areas at Vienna Airport in a touchless manner.\nOnce a registered passenger enters a biometric access point, there is no need to manually present a boarding pass. Rather, the passenger's face will be automatically detected by the camera and the image will be matched against their biometric profile in the Star Biometric Hub, which also confirms the passenger has a current flight booking on that day. In case of a positive match, the access point will open automatically, and the passenger can continue their journey through the airport.\nIn this respect, the currently mandatory face masks can still be worn during the biometric identity check since identification is also possible with a mask.\nAll biometric touchpoints at Vienna Airport are clearly signed with the Star Alliance Biometrics logo.\nVienna is the third European airport to offer this service alongside Frankfurt and Munich.\nRegistration for Star Alliance Biometrics\nAny Austrian Miles & More member can register for Star Alliance Biometrics straight away via the Miles & More App.\nAfter logging into the Miles & More App, the registration can be started by selecting Star Alliance Biometrics within the profile settings. If the passenger does not yet have a Miles & More account, they can register for free.\nThe registration on the Star Biometric Hub consists of a few very simple steps:\nCreate a PIN and security questions\nTake a selfie\nIdentity with a passport\nProvide consent, stating at which airports and with which airlines they would like to use the service\nPassengers only need to register once and can then use their biometric data multiple times at the biometric touchpoints in participating airports whenever they travel with a Star Alliance airline that offers Star Alliance Biometrics.\nMiles & More APP\nData protection and security\nThe registered passenger's personal data, e.g. photos and other identification features, is encrypted and stored securely within the Star Alliance Biometrics platform. The system was developed in accordance with applicable data protection laws and based on the latest facial recognition technology. The storage of personal data is limited to a necessary minimum. For example, no customer names are stored.\nOnly the images of those persons who enter the clearly identifiable biometric touchpoints are captured on site at Vienna Airport. The captured images are deleted immediately after successful identification or after rejection (e.g. if a non-registered passenger enters the biometric touchpoint by mistake). More detailed information on data protection can be found here.\nRegistration and Data Processing\nUse at Airports\nWhat is Star Alliance Biometrics and where can I use it?\nWhat is Star Alliance Biometrics?\nStar Alliance Biometrics is a Star Alliance product that allows passengers at Vienna Airport to pass through the boarding pass control point and selected boarding gates in a touchless manner by means of facial recognition.\nWhen a registered passenger travels through a participating airport and with a participating airline, the Star Alliance Biometrics facial recognition software matches the passenger's live image with their boarding pass information and biometric profile, allowing the passenger to pass through enabled touchpoints in a touchless manner.\nWhat do I have to do in order to use a biometric access point?\nOnce a registered passenger enters a biometric access point, there is no need to manually present a boarding pass. Rather, the passenger's face will be automatically detected by the camera and the image will be matched in the Star Biometric Hub. The matching not only takes into account whether the passenger is registered, but also whether the passenger has a current flight booking on that day. In case of a positive match, the access point will open automatically, and the passenger can continue their journey through the airport.\nWhere is Star Alliance Biometrics available?\nThe system is currently available at Vienna Airport (VIE), Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Munich Airport (MUC) for passengers travelling with Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa or SWISS.\nIs Star Alliance Biometrics a Vienna Airport product?\nNo. Star Alliance Biometrics is a Star Alliance product.\nHow can passengers register for Star Alliance Biometrics?\nAny Austrian Miles & More member can register for Star Alliance Biometrics via the Miles & More App. After logging into the Miles & More App, the registration can be started by selecting Star Alliance Biometrics within the profile settings. If the passenger does not yet have a Miles & More account, they can register for free. The registration on the Star Biometric Hub consists of a few very simple steps - create a PIN and security questions, take a selfie, confirm identity with a passport and provide consent, stating at which airports and with which airlines you would like to use the service.\nMiles & More members of Lufthansa and SWISS can register via the Lufthansa App.\nDo passengers need to register before every flight?\nNo, passengers only need to register once to use Star Alliance Biometrics at all participating airports.\nHow soon is the Star Alliance Biometrics profile active once registered?\nThe Star Alliance biometric profile will be active 24 hours after registration, at the latest.\nWhat personal data is stored by Star Alliance Biometrics?\nStar Alliance Biometrics stores the registered frequent flyer number, up to five images of the passenger, the passport expiration date, the PIN and security questions. The passenger's name is not stored.\nWhere are the biometric profiles and data stored?\nStar Alliance encrypts and stores the passengers' profiles and data in the Microsoft Azure Cloud hosted in Europe. The data is subject to and protected by EU privacy laws. Airlines and airports will not have access to passengers' biometric profile data.\nWhy is the name and Miles & More number of the passenger transferred to the Star Alliance App?\nThe Star Alliance App requires the validated Miles & More number of the passenger, as Star Alliance Biometrics connects the number to the passenger's biometric profile. The passenger's name is only required to match the name on the passport to the name on the Miles & More account. After a successful match, the name is not stored.\nHow long does the registration process take for Star Alliance Biometrics?\nThe registration process usually takes around three to ten minutes. If the process is idle for too long, a timeout will occur, and passengers may have to restart the registration.\nCan passengers delete their biometric profile?\nYes, passengers can delete their biometric profile at any time. Simply select \"Delete Biometric Profile\" under \"Profile Management\" in the Star Alliance App.\nWho can passengers contact if they have questions or feedback about Star Alliance Biometrics?\nPassengers can use the \"Send Feedback\" function under \"Settings\" within the Star Alliance App.\nWhat happens if passengers forget their Star Alliance Biometrics PIN or the answers to their security questions?\nPassengers can use the \"Send Feedback\" function under \"Settings\" within the Star Alliance App, in order to be routed to the appropriate service desk.\nCan passengers register using a tablet or iPad, instead of a mobile phone?\nNo, passengers are required to register using an Android or iOS mobile phone. Tablets or iPads are not recommended for the registration process.\nWhat do passengers need to do in order to use biometric identification at a participating airport?\nPassengers need to register for Star Alliance Biometrics, enter their Star Alliance Biometrics-registered frequent flyer number in their flight booking and use the clearly designated Star Alliance Biometrics access points at the airport.\nHow do passengers recognise the touchpoints that are equipped with the system?\nAll touchpoints that are equipped with the biometric identification system are clearly signed with the Star Alliance Biometrics logo and the text \"Biometrischer Zugang\/Biometric Access\".\nI am required to wear a mask in the airport terminal. Will I have to remove this for biometric identification?\nNo. It is not necessary to remove a mask for the biometric identity check. The system works for passengers wearing masks.\nWhat happens if a person cannot be biometrically identified at a touchpoint despite registering for Star Alliance Biometrics?\nPassengers can still proceed at a touchpoint by using their boarding pass.\nDo passengers still need to carry their ID or passport, even if they have a biometric profile?\nYes, passengers are always required to carry their ID\/passport. The biometric identification at certain touchpoints does not replace the ID\/passport check at the airport.\nDo passengers still need to carry their boarding pass?\nYes, passengers are required to carry their boarding pass as there are touchpoints that are not equipped with biometric identification.\nWho receives the images captured at the biometric touchpoints?\nThe images are transmitted to Star Alliance Biometrics exclusively for identification.\nHow long are the images captured at the biometric touchpoints stored?\nThe images are deleted immediately and completely after transmission to Star Alliance Biometrics.\nAre images stored at biometric touchpoints, even if the passenger does not have a Star Alliance Biometrics profile?\nNo, images of non-registered passengers are not stored at biometric touchpoints. Only registered passengers are generally permitted to use the biometric touchpoints. Nevertheless, if a non-registered passenger wants to pass through a biometric touchpoint, this can only happen by presenting a boarding pass. More detailed information can be found at https:\/\/www.viennaairport.com\/dataprotection.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Stimulate your neurons!\nThat&s the advice of a physician who has spent more than six decades caring for patients. She&s never actually billed a patient, but they have paid her, in more ways than one.\nA Medical Economics Web Exclusive\n\"Stimulate your neurons\"\nThat's the advice of a physician who has spent more than six decades caring for patients. She's never actually billed a patient, but they have paid her, in more ways than one.\nBy Talia Krohn\nAt a time when many doctors can't wait to get out of medicine, others have made their profession a lifelong career. We profiled a number of them in an article that you can find on this Web site, \"Still practicing after all these years,\" which appeared in our January 10, 2000 issue. Here we profile another one of these extraordinary physicians, Milly G. Halberstadt, who at age 89 is taking a \"temporary leave\" after 64 years in practice. She and her son Marc were interviewed by Medical Economics editorial intern Talia Krohn, who is now a junior at Trinity College in Hartford, CT.\nMilly Halberstadt, a family practitioner in the small town of Malone, NY, always wanted to be a doctor\u2013but the path was not destined to be a smooth one. Born to orthodox Jewish parents in Germany in 1911, she studied at universities in Frankfurt, Freiburg, Vienna, and Berlin. One of a small group of women in medical school, and one of the very few to make it all the way through, she graduated with high honors in 1935. She soon earned an internship at a university-affiliated hospital in Berlin, at a time when Adolf Hitler had declared that only 10 internships in the entire country would be awarded to non-Aryans. Her student ID card at the University of Berlin had a yellow stripe identifying her as a \"non-Aryan.\"\nAs the anti-Semitic fervor swept Germany, it became clear that her Jewish heritage would prevent her from practicing medicine in her native country. With the help of friends and relatives, Milly emigrated to the United States just a few months before the Nazi regime tightened its hold, making it virtually impossible for Jews to escape. In October 1937, a year before Kristallnacht, she arrived in New York City, where she wasted little time obtaining her medical license and getting a volunteer position with Good Samaritan Hospital. She resumed a relationship with, and soon married, a childhood friend, Joseph Halberstadt, who held a doctorate in chemistry. A job change for Joseph took them north to Malone, a town of about 10,000 in the \"North Country,\" nestled against the Canadian border. There she set up a medical practice in the basement of their home.\nAnd there she has been ever since, on her own in practice, and on her own at home since Joseph's death in 1972. Sixty years of practice and thousands of patients later, her days of seeing patients are finally drawing to a close. But this twice board-certified physician isn't ready to give up medicine just yet. \"I didn't officially retire,\" she says. \"But I'm not practicing at the moment. I think retirement is the worst thing to do unless, of course, it becomes necessary. The best way to stay young is to work.\"\nHalberstadt was honored by the American Academy of Family Physicians in 1998 for her lifetime contributions to the practice of family medicine. Last year, the AMA bestowed a Certificate of Merit recognizing her more than 50 years of service to the profession. When she was interviewed by her hometown newspaper, The Malone Telegram, she said, \"If someone offered me a choice\u2013to have $100,000 or to continue working\u2014I'd choose working. Stimulate your neurons.\"\nA month later, the Telegram received a letter from a former patient who had moved to Louisiana and had seen the article about her: \"Even though I have been away from home in Trout River for many years, I will always remember her,\" the patient wrote. \"Her firm but warm professional manner and wide knowledge base never seemed taxed or burdened no matter how many patients were in the waiting room\u2026 I remember her calling our home (and I'm sure many other patients' homes) in the evening to check on a family member's condition if she had concerns.\"\nRetired or not, Halberstadt's career has been nothing short of exceptional. As her son Marc recently discovered, his mother never billed people for her services. \"A lot of patients couldn't afford to pay,\" he explains. \"I remember people bringing us carrots, milk, and fruit instead of money. Once, someone brought kosher food for Passover. She never had a secretary, never had billing stationery. Actually, I don't think she had any stationery, period.\"\nMilly's attitude toward collections was philosophical: \"If they are honest, they will pay. If not, it is a waste of a postage stamp.\"\nAs her son recalls, \"Money didn't come up a lot in conversation. My parents were extremely frugal. It was a different era.\"\nMarc also remembers the devotion his mother had for all her patients. \"She practiced day and night, refusing to turn patients away,\" he says. \"This sometimes meant going out 30 miles in the country at 30 degrees below zero at 3 o'clock in the morning to deliver a baby.\" Patients appreciated her dedication, and to them she was always \"Dr. Milly.\"\nBut perhaps the most amazing thing about Milly Halberstadt is her impeccable record. \"I never lost a baby or a mother,\" she recalls. \"I never had a malpractice case, never had a flaw on my license or credentials.\" Her son says his mother attributed this good fortune to the power of her prayers.\n\"We lived near a Mohawk Indian reservation,\" he remembers. \"Once, an Indian woman had a premature baby and brought it to her doctor. He said it would die shortly. The mother then went to a specialist in Montreal; the baby was given a couple weeks to live. As a last resort, she came to my mother, who gave unorthodox medication and started praying for the baby. The baby survived. I asked my mother later what medicine she had used to save the baby's life, and she replied, 'It wasn't the medicine. It was the prayers.'\"\nWhether it's through competent and skillful medical technique, or through compassion and prayer, Milly Halberstadt has made a lasting difference in the lives of her patients.\nTalia Krohn. Stimulate your neurons!.\n2001;2.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Melville House Books\nThe UK Parliament has voted How to Stop Brexit its non-fiction book of the year\nby Nikki Griffiths\nWell, who would have thought it. As the British prime minister, Theresa May, attempts to plough ahead with a hard Brexit, parliament has voted former Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg's book How to Stop Brexit the best non-fiction book of the year. This all took place at at the 2017 Parliamentary Book Awards.\nThe awards were launched in 2016 by the Booksellers Association and the Publishers Association. There are three categories: best memoir and fiction by a parliamentarian, best non-fiction by a parliamentarian, and best work about politics by an by a non-parliamentarian. Publishers are called upon to suggest entries, and the shortlist is picked by a panel of booksellers and voted on by Parliamentarians.\nStephen Lotinga, chief executive of the Publishers Association, said in an official statement when the awards launched, \"These awards and reception aim to recognise the contribution publishing makes to the UK's economy and society, while also celebrating the creativity of the people who are at the centre of politics.\"\nClegg vocally supported the Remain campaign, and according to his publisher's website his book \"categorically debunks the various myths that have been used to force Brexit on Britain, not by 'the people' but by a small, extremely rich, self-serving elite, and explains precisely how this historic mistake can be reversed \u2014 and what you can do to make sure that it is.\"\nHow to Stop Brexit won the secret ballot by only a narrow margin. It's a blow to May's continuing push to wrap up a Brexit deal as soon as possible, showing the unrest and disagreement in parliament and in her own party over exiting the EU. On Monday another kick was dealt to Brexit negotiations when May and European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker failed to broker a deal after the Irish Democratic Unionist Party (DUP), who teamed up with the Conservatives after they only managed to win a minority holding in the last general election, were unhappy with the proposed future of the Irish border. Political unrest is on the rise.\nBest political book by a non-parliamentarian was awarded to Jo Cox: More in Common. Jo Cox, an MP with the Labour Party, was murdered last year in the lead up to the referendum by fifty-two-year old Nazi Thomas Mair, who shouted, \"Britain first\" as he attacked her. The book was written by Cox's husband, Brendan Cox. The Bookseller's Lisa Campbell covered the award ceremony at the Houses of Parliament on Tuesday night, reporting that Cox said, as he accepted the award:\n\"To be living at a time we have a US president who is an active purveyor of hate and loathing\u2026 to be living at a time when hatred is being driven against different groups in a way it hasn't been since the 1930s\u2026 Jo's message of 'more in common'\u2026 that encapsulates how we win that battle. It is saying fundamentally 'there is more in common than what divides us.'\"\nBest memoir went to Britain's longest-serving female Labour MP Harriet Harman, for A Woman's Work. In her acceptance speech she said:\n\"My male colleague would write their memoirs\u2026 as I would look in the pictures (of the books) the only pictures of women were of their wives or the women working for them and nothing about that great time which was the women's movement\u2026 I would run my finger down the index and I would not be in it. Like Sheila Robot, hidden from history. So I stepped into the world of writing my memoir which I was hugely delighted to do because it took me into the world of publishing and bookselling and I'm delighted it did.\"\nAt the ceremony, Lotinga made his approval of the winners clear, saying, \"All three winning titles make vital contributions to our thinking on important political issues, whether this is on the position of women in politics, by helping us come to terms with the tragic death of Jo Cox MP or by weighing into the divisive issue of our decision to leave the European Union.\"\nThe Guardian's Danuta Kean recorded the response of the Booksellers Association's head of marketing, Alan Staton. Highlighting the topical nature of the winning books, he said, \"They have become even more so in the last two or three weeks, as Brexit has been in the news and Brendan Cox responded to Donald Trump posting Britain First videos on Twitter.\"\nNot only are the winning books extremely current, calling for fight and change and addressing discontent, but they demonstrate a strong showing against far-right policies and ideas. In grim times, this feels hopeful.\nNikki Griffiths is the managing director of Melville House UK.\nAwards and ceremonies\nFirst Irish woman to win International Dublin Literary Award\nNobel Nabobs Named; Swedes Suffer Rep Wreckage\nBooker Prize moves online; digital tomes abound\nScience Fiction writers protest Saudi Arabia as possible conference site\nFinally! ebooks become exempt from tax\nAn online petition to stop Brexit crashes government website due to sheer number of supporters.\nOrder, order! Publishers set to clean up in the wake of tidying craze\nBrexit explained, via the medium of Ladybirds for Grown-Ups\nA Woman's WorkAlan StatonBrendan CoxDanuta KeanHarriet HarmanHow to Stop BrexitJo CoxLisa CampbellNick CleggParliamentary book awardsStephen LotingaTheresa May\nMelville House 2020 Staff Picks\nBacklist Staff Picks\nAnti-Antifa book protested at Powell's Books; free speech confusion continues\nBuzzing on Bookstagram: Jenny Odell's How to Do Nothing\nEssential Reads for 2021\nHTDN Sticky\nThe Enchanted Wanderer Nikolai Leskov\nThree Days in May Edward Jay Epstein\nBarrett Browning's bleak beachcation: lonely letter lamenting isolation lifted to fame\nInspiring Reads for the New Year\nHybrid Books\nMobyLives","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Skip directly to site content Skip directly to page options Skip directly to A-Z link\nMorbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR)\nMMWR Weekly: Current Volume (68)\nNote for Notifiable Diseases and Mortality Tables:\nBeginning in January 2018, links to the weekly and quarterly national notifiable disease data published in the \"Notifiable Diseases and Mortality Tables\" section of MMWR are available on the National Notifiable Diseases Surveillance System Data and Statistics web page at https:\/\/wwwn.cdc.gov\/nndss\/data-and-statistics.html. The web page also has information to help guide readers in their interpretation of these data.\nJuly 12, 2019 \/ No. 27\nPDF of this issuepdf icon\nChanges in HIV Preexposure Prophylaxis Awareness and Use Among Men Who Have Sex with Men \u2014 20 Urban Areas, 2014 and 2017\nWorkplace Secondhand Tobacco Smoke Exposure Among U.S. Nonsmoking Workers, 2015\nVital Signs: Surveillance for Acute Flaccid Myelitis \u2014 United States, 2018\nNotes from the Field: Conjunctivitis Caused by Toxigenic Corynebacterium ulcerans \u2014 Missouri, 2018\nQuickStats: Age-Adjusted Death Rates from Female Breast Cancer, by State \u2014 National Vital Statistics System, United States, 2017\nJuly 5, 2019 \/ No. 26\nHealth-Related Workplace Absenteeism Among Full-Time Workers \u2014 United States, 2017\u201318 Influenza Season\nBacterial and Fungal Infections in Persons Who Inject Drugs \u2014 Western New York, 2017\nGenetic Characterization of Measles and Rubella Viruses Detected Through Global Measles and Rubella Elimination Surveillance, 2016\u20132018\nErratum: Vol. 68, No. 22\nQuickStats: Average Daily Number of Deaths, by Month \u2014 United States, 2017\nJune 28, 2019 \/ No. 25\nNational HIV Testing Day \u2014 June 27, 2019\nHIV Testing in 50 Local Jurisdictions Accounting for the Majority of New HIV Diagnoses and Seven States with Disproportionate Occurrence of HIV in Rural Areas, 2016\u20132017\nCryptosporidiosis Outbreaks \u2014 United States, 2009\u20132017\nQuickStats: Age-Adjusted Motor Vehicle Traffic Death Rates, by Urban-Rural Status and Sex \u2014 National Vital Statistics System, United States, 2017\nChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Smoking Status \u2014 United States, 2017\nTrends in the Laboratory Detection of Rotavirus Before and After Implementation of Routine Rotavirus Vaccination \u2014 United States, 2000\u20132018\nUpdate: Influenza Activity in the United States During the 2018\u201319 Season and Composition of the 2019\u201320 Influenza Vaccine\nNationwide Shortage of Tuberculin Skin Test Antigens: CDC Recommendations for Patient Care and Public Health Practice\nNotes from the Field: Meningeal and Pulmonary Tuberculosis on a Commercial Fishing Vessel \u2014 Hawaii, 2017\nQuickStats: Age-Adjusted Death Rates from Diabetes Mellitus as Underlying or Contributing Cause Among Adults Aged \u226565 Years, by Race\/Ethnicity \u2014 National Vital Statistics System, United States, 2004\u20132017\nTrends in Meeting Physical Activity Guidelines Among Urban and Rural Dwelling Adults \u2014 United States, 2008\u20132017\nSepsis Attributed to Bacterial Contamination of Platelets Associated with a Potential Common Source \u2014 Multiple States, 2018\nVital Signs: Trends in Human Rabies Deaths and Exposures \u2014 United States, 1938\u20132018\nNotes from the Field: Administration of Expired Injectable Influenza Vaccines Reported to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System \u2014 United States, July 2018\u2013March 2019\nQuickStats: Age-Adjusted Death Rates from Prostate Cancer, by Race\/Ethnicity \u2014 National Vital Statistics System, United States, 1999\u20132017\nJune 7, 2019 \/ No. 22\nReceipt of Breast Milk by Gestational Age \u2014 United States, 2017\nAnnual Out-of-Pocket Expenditures and Financial Hardship Among Cancer Survivors Aged 18\u201364 Years \u2014 United States, 2011\u20132016\nCommunity Assessments for Mosquito Prevention and Control Experiences, Attitudes, and Practices \u2014 U.S. Virgin Islands, 2017 and 2018\nProgress Toward Measles Elimination \u2014 Pakistan, 2000\u20132018\nQuickStats: Percentage of Adults Aged \u226518 Years Who Have Lost All of Their Natural Teeth, by Age Group \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2000 and 2017\nMay 31, 2019 \/ No. 21\nHurricane-Associated Mold Exposures Among Patients at Risk for Invasive Mold Infections After Hurricane Harvey \u2014 Houston, Texas, 2017\nScaling Up Testing for Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection Among Contacts of Index Patients \u2014 20 Countries, 2016\u20132018\nUsing Social Media To Increase HIV Testing Among Men Who Have Sex with Men \u2014 Beijing, China, 2013\u20132017\nNotes from the Field: Acute Intoxications from Consumption of Amanita muscaria Mushrooms \u2014 Minnesota, 2018\nQuickStats: Age-Adjusted Percentage of Adults Aged \u226518 Years Reporting Diabetic Retinopathy Among Those with Prediabetes or Diagnosed Diabetes, by Age Group \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2016\u20132017\nHealthy Vision Month \u2014 May 2019\nVision Impairment and Subjective Cognitive Decline\u2013Related Functional Limitations \u2014 United States, 2015\u20132017\nProgress Toward Polio Eradication \u2014 Worldwide, January 2017\u2013March 2019\nNotes from the Field: Verona Integron-Encoded Metallo-\u03b2-Lactamase\u2013Producing Carbapenem-Resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa Infections in U.S. Residents Associated with Invasive Medical Procedures in Mexico, 2015\u20132018\nQuickStats: Rates of Injury from Sports, Recreation, and Leisure Activities Among Children and Adolescents Aged 1\u201317 Years, by Age Group \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, United States, 2015\u20132017\nHealthy and Safe Swimming Week \u2014 May 20\u201326, 2019\nPool Chemical Injuries in Public and Residential Settings \u2014 United States, 2008\u20132017, and New York, 2018\nTuberculosis Screening, Testing, and Treatment of U.S. Health Care Personnel: Recommendations from the National Tuberculosis Controllers Association and CDC, 2019\nNotes from the Field: Measles Outbreaks from Imported Cases in Orthodox Jewish Communities \u2014 New York and New Jersey, 2018\u20132019\nNotes from the Field: Community Outbreak of Measles \u2014 Clark County, Washington, 2018\u20132019\nNotes from the Field: Acanthamoeba Keratitis Cases \u2014 Iowa, 2002\u20132017\nQuickStats: Age-Adjusted Percentage of Adults Aged \u226518 Years Reporting a Lot of Pain, by Poverty Status and Frequency of Pain in the Past 3 Months, National Health Interview Survey, 2016\u20132017\nHepatitis Awareness Month and Testing Day \u2014 May 2019\nIncrease in Hepatitis A Virus Infections \u2014 United States, 2013\u20132018\nDisparities in Incidence of Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection Among Black and White Women \u2014 United States, 2010\u20132016\nRacial Disparities in Mortality Associated with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus \u2014 Fulton and DeKalb Counties, Georgia, 2002\u20132016\nVital Signs: Pregnancy-Related Deaths, United States, 2011\u20132015, and Strategies for Prevention, 13 States, 2013\u20132017\nQuickStats: Age-Adjusted Percentages of Persons of All Ages Who Delayed Seeking Medical Care in the Past 12 Months Because of Worry About Cost, by U.S. Census Region of Residence \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2012 and 2017\nMay 3, 2019 \/ No. 17\nArthritis Awareness Month \u2014 May 2019\nState-Specific Severe Joint Pain and Physical Inactivity Among Adults with Arthritis \u2014 United States, 2017\nDrug Overdose Deaths Involving Cocaine and Psychostimulants with Abuse Potential \u2014 United States, 2003\u20132017\nProgress Toward Measles Elimination \u2014 European Region, 2009\u20132018\nIncrease in Measles Cases \u2014 United States, January 1\u2013April 26, 2019\nNotes from the Field: Outbreak of Multidrug-Resistant Shigella sonnei Infections in a Retirement Community \u2014 Vermont, October\u2013November 2018\nNotes from the Field: Live Poultry Shipment Box Sampling at Feed Stores as an Indicator for Human Salmonella Infections \u2014 Michigan, 2016\u20132018\nQuickStats: Percentage of Employed Adults Aged \u226518 Years with Any Work-Loss Days Because of Illness or Injury in the Past 12 Months, by Sex and Age Group \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2017\nApril 26, 2019 \/ No. 16\nConsumption of Alcohol Beverages and Binge Drinking Among Pregnant Women Aged 18\u201344 Years \u2014 United States, 2015\u20132017\nPreliminary Incidence and Trends of Infections with Pathogens Transmitted Commonly Through Food \u2014 Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance Network, 10 U.S. Sites, 2015\u20132018\nHepatitis C Virus Potentially Transmitted by Opioid Drug Diversion from a Nurse \u2014 Washington, August 2017\u2013March 2018\nQuickStats: Percentage of Adults Aged \u226518 Years Who Felt Worried, Nervous, or Anxious Daily or Weekly, by Age Group and Employment Status \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, United States, 2017\nEstimated Number of Cases of High-Grade Cervical Lesions Diagnosed Among Women \u2014United States, 2008 and 2016\nOutbreak of Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection Among Heterosexual Persons Who Are Living Homeless and Inject Drugs \u2014 Seattle, Washington, 2018\nPrevalence of Violence Victimization and Perpetration Among Persons Aged 13\u201324 Years \u2014 Four Sub-Saharan African Countries, 2013\u20132015\nNotes from the Field: Six Cases of Acute Flaccid Myelitis in Children \u2014 Minnesota, 2018\nNotes from the Field: Identification of a Triatoma sanguisuga \"Kissing Bug\" \u2014 Delaware, 2018\nQuickStats: Age-Adjusted Percentages of Adults Aged \u226518 Years Who Were Told in the Past 12 Months by a Doctor or Health Professional That They Had Sinusitis, by Sex, Race, and Hispanic Origin \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2017\nExtragenital Chlamydia and Gonorrhea Among Community Venue\u2013Attending Men Who Have Sex with Men \u2014 Five Cities, United States, 2017\nNotes from the Field: Unintentional Drug Overdose Deaths with Kratom Detected \u2014 27 States, July 2016\u2013December 2017\nNotes from the Field: Acute Hepatitis A Virus Infection Among Previously Vaccinated Persons with HIV Infection: Implications for Postexposure Prophylaxis \u2014 Tennessee, 2018\nNotes from the Field: Hepatitis A Outbreak Associated with Drug Use and Homelessness \u2014 West Virginia, 2018\nNotes from the Field: Multistate Coccidioidomycosis Outbreak in U.S. Residents Returning from Community Service Trips to Baja California, Mexico \u2014 July\u2013August 2018\nQuickStats: Percentage of Persons in Families Having Problems Paying Medical Bills in the Past 12 Months, by Age Group \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2011\u20132017\nApril 5, 2019 \/ No. 13\nNonfatal Assaults and Homicides Among Adults Aged \u226560 Years \u2014 United States, 2002\u20132016\nChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Prevalence Among Adults Who Have Never Smoked, by Industry and Occupation \u2014 United States, 2013\u20132017\nOutbreak of Cyanide Poisoning Caused by Consumption of Cassava Flour \u2014 Kasese District, Uganda, September 2017\nSurveillance to Track Progress Toward Polio Eradication \u2014 Worldwide, 2017\u20132018\nQuickStats: Age-Adjusted Percentages of Adults Aged \u226518 Years Without a Usual Place of Health Care, by Region \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2017\nMarch 29, 2019 \/ No. 12\nEnterovirus D68\u2013Associated Acute Respiratory Illness \u2014 New Vaccine Surveillance Network, United States, July\u2013October, 2017 and 2018\nImported Toxin-Producing Cutaneous Diphtheria \u2014 Minnesota, Washington, and New Mexico, 2015\u20132018\nCandida Bloodstream Infections Among Persons Who Inject Drugs \u2014 Denver Metropolitan Area, Colorado, 2017\u20132018\nNotes from the Field: Investigation of Colorado Tick Fever Virus Disease Cases \u2014 Oregon, 2018\nErratum Vol. 67, No. 30\nQuickStats: Percentage of Adults Who Met Federal Guidelines for Aerobic Physical Activity Through Leisure-Time Activity, by Race\/Ethnicity \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2008\u20132017\nWorld TB Day \u2014 March 24, 2019\nTuberculosis \u2014 United States, 2018\nGlobal Epidemiology of Tuberculosis and Progress Toward Achieving Global Targets \u2014 2017\nVital Signs: HIV Transmission Along the Continuum of Care \u2014 United States, 2016\nQuickStats: Age-Adjusted Percentage of Adults Aged \u226518 Years Who Reported That They Needed Dental Care During the Past 12 Months But Didn't Get It Because They Couldn't Afford It, by Sex, Race, and Hispanic Origin \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2017\nBrain Injury Awareness Month \u2014 March 2019\nEmergency Department Visits for Sports- and Recreation-Related Traumatic Brain Injuries Among Children \u2014 United States, 2010\u20132016\nDiagnostic Methods Used to Classify Confirmed and Probable Cases of Spotted Fever Rickettsioses \u2014 United States, 2010\u20132015\nRisk Factors for Congenital Syphilis Transmitted from Mother to Infant \u2014 Suzhou, China, 2011\u20132014\nNotes from the Field: Botulism Outbreak Associated with Home-Canned Peas \u2014 New York City, 2018\nNotes from the Field: HIV Diagnoses Among Persons Who Inject Drugs \u2014 Northeastern Massachusetts, 2015\u20132018\nQuickStats: Age-Adjusted Death Rates, by State \u2014 United States 2017\nMarch 8, 2019 \/ No. 9\nAssociations Among School Absenteeism, Gastrointestinal and Respiratory Illness, and Income \u2014 United States, 2010\u20132016\nVital Signs: Epidemiology and Recent Trends in Methicillin-Resistant and in Methicillin-Susceptible Staphylococcus aureus Bloodstream Infections \u2014 United States\nVital Signs: Trends in Staphylococcus aureus Infections in Veterans Affairs Medical Centers \u2014 United States, 2005\u20132017\nUpdate on Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus Outbreaks \u2014 Democratic Republic of the Congo and Horn of Africa, 2017\u20132018\nNotes from the Field: Tetanus in an Unvaccinated Child \u2014 Oregon, 2017\nQuickStats: Injury Death Rates for Persons Aged 15\u201319 Years, by Intent \u2014 United States, 1999\u20132017\nUse of Electronic Vapor Products Before, During, and After Pregnancy Among Women with a Recent Live Birth \u2014 Oklahoma and Texas, 2015\nProgress toward Hepatitis B Control and Elimination of Mother-to-Child Transmission of Hepatitis B Virus \u2014 Western Pacific Region, 2005\u20132017\nNotes from the Field: Measles Outbreak in an Era of Stricter Immunization Requirements \u2014 California, March 2018\nNotes from the Field: Age Distribution of Patients with Laboratory-Detected Respiratory Syncytial Virus \u2014 Arizona, 2013\u20132017\nNotes from the Field: Identifying Risk Behaviors for Invasive Group A Streptococcus Infections Among Persons Who Inject Drugs and Persons Experiencing Homelessness \u2014 New Mexico, May 2018\nQuickStats: Percentage of Adults Aged \u226518 Years Who Had Visited an Emergency Department at Least Once in the Past 12 Months, by Age Group and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Status \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2015 and 2016\nFebruary 22, 2019 \/ No. 7\nCampylobacteriosis Outbreak Associated with Contaminated Municipal Water Supply \u2014 Nebraska, 2017\nPublic Health Emergency Risk Communication and Social Media Reactions to an Errant Warning of a Ballistic Missile Threat \u2014 Hawaii, January 2018\nLeveraging Existing Birth Defects Surveillance Infrastructure to Build Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome Surveillance Systems \u2014 Illinois, New Mexico, and Vermont, 2015\u20132016\nNotes from the Field: Lead and Cadmium Exposure in Electronic Recyclers \u2014 Two States, 2015 and 2017\nNotes from the Field: Enteroinvasive Escherichia coli Outbreak Associated with a Potluck Party \u2014 North Carolina, June\u2013July 2018\nNotes from the Field: Human Brucella abortus RB51 Infections Caused by Consumption of Unpasteurized Domestic Dairy Products \u2014 United States, 2017\u20132019\nErratum: Vol 67, No 45\nQuickStats: Death Rates Attributed to Excessive Cold or Hypothermia Among Persons Aged \u226515 Years, by Urbanization Level and Age Group \u2014 National Vital Statistics System, 2015\u20132017\nUpdate: Influenza Activity \u2014 United States, September 30, 2018\u2013February 2, 2019\nInterim Estimates of 2018\u201319 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Effectiveness \u2014 United States, February 2019\nDays' Supply of Initial Opioid Analgesic Prescriptions and Additional Fills for Acute Pain Conditions Treated in the Primary Care Setting \u2014 United States, 2014\nIncreased Methamphetamine, Injection Drug, and Heroin Use Among Women and Heterosexual Men with Primary and Secondary Syphilis \u2014 United States, 2013\u20132017\nTransmission Patterns in a Low HIV-Morbidity State \u2014 Wisconsin, 2014\u20132017\nRecommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices for Use of Hepatitis A Vaccine for Persons Experiencing Homelessness\nVital Signs: Tobacco Product Use Among Middle and High School Students \u2014 United States, 2011\u20132018\nNotes from the Field: Assessment of State-Level Influenza Season Severity \u2014 Minnesota and Utah, 2017\u201318 Influenza Season\nQuickStats: Death Rates for Motor Vehicle Traffic Injury, by Age Group \u2014 National Vital Statistics System, United States, 2015 and 2017\nFebruary 8, 2019 \/ No. 5\nAmerican Heart Month \u2014 February 2019\nAwareness of Heart Attack Symptoms and Response Among Adults \u2014 United States, 2008, 2014 and 2017\nActions in Support of Newborn Screening for Critical Congenital Heart Disease \u2014 United States, 2011\u20132018\nAdvisory Committee on Immunization Practices Recommended Immunization Schedule for Children and Adolescents Aged 18 Years or Younger \u2014 United States, 2019\nAdvisory Committee on Immunization Practices Recommended Immunization Schedule for Adults Aged 19 Years or Older \u2014 United States, 2019\nNotes from the Field: Circulating Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus Type 1 and Outbreak Response \u2014 Papua New Guinea, 2018\nQuickStats: Percentage of Persons of All Ages Who Had a Medically Attended Injury During the Past 3 Months, by Age Group \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2015\u20132017\nNational Black HIV\/AIDS Awareness Day \u2014 February 7, 2019\nHIV Partner Service Delivery among Blacks or African Americans \u2014 United States, 2016\nUse of Toothpaste and Toothbrushing Patterns Among Children and Adolescents \u2014 United States, 2013\u20132016\nPostlicensure Safety Surveillance of Recombinant Zoster Vaccine (Shingrix) \u2014 United States, October 2017\u2013June 2018\nNotes from the Field: Mumps Outbreak in a Recently Vaccinated Population \u2014 Kosrae, Federated States of Micronesia, August\u2013December, 2017\nQuickStats: Percentage of Adults Aged \u226518 Years Who Were Prescribed Medication in the Past 12 Months, by Sex and Age Group \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2017\nJanuary 25, 2019 \/ No. 3\nCharacteristics of School-Associated Youth Homicides \u2014 United States, 1994\u20132018\nCharacteristics of Deceased Solid Organ Donors and Screening Results for Hepatitis B, C, and Human Immunodeficiency Viruses \u2014 United States, 2010\u20132017\nTransgender Identity and Experiences of Violence Victimization, Substance Use, Suicide Risk, and Sexual Risk Behaviors Among High School Students \u2014 19 States and Large Urban School Districts, 2017\nScurvy Outbreak Among South Sudanese Adolescents and Young Men \u2014 Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya, 2017\u20132018\nNotes from the Field: Outbreak of Listeriosis Likely Associated with Prepackaged Caramel Apples \u2014 United States, 2017\nQuickStats: Percentage of U.S. Women Aged 50\u201374 Years Who Have Ever Had Breast Cancer, by Race and Hispanic Origin \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2015\u20132017\nOpioid Prescribing Rates in Nonmetropolitan and Metropolitan Counties Among Primary Care Providers Using an Electronic Health Record System \u2014 United States, 2014\u20132017\nGastroschisis Trends and Ecologic Link to Opioid Prescription Rates \u2014 United States, 2006\u20132015\nOverdose Deaths Involving Fentanyl and Fentanyl Analogs \u2014 New York City, 2000\u20132017\nNotes from the Field: Fentanyl Drug Submissions \u2014 United States, 2010\u20132017\nNotes from the Field: Typhoid Fever Outbreak \u2014 Harare, Zimbabwe, October 2017\u2013February 2018\nNotes from the Field: Tuberculosis Control in the Aftermath of Hurricane Maria \u2014 Puerto Rico, 2017\nQuickStats: Percentage of Adults Aged 18\u201364 Years Who Had an Influenza Vaccination in the Past 12 Months, by Sex and Current Asthma Status \u2014 National Health Interview Survey, 2017\nDrug Overdose Deaths Among Women Aged 30\u201364 Years \u2014 United States, 1999\u20132017\nEvaluation of State-Mandated Reporting of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome \u2014 Six States, 2013\u20132017\nEmergence of Extensively Drug-Resistant Salmonella Typhi Infections Among Travelers to or from Pakistan \u2014 United States, 2016\u20132018\nEstablishing Baseline Cervical Cancer Screening Coverage \u2014 India, 2015\u20132016\nNotes from the Field: Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infections in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit \u2014 Louisiana, December 2017\nNotice to Readers: Change in Continuing Education Activities for the MMWR Series\nQuickStats: Percentage of Emergency Department (ED) Visits Made by Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease Among 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{"text":"Richard Jolly\n@RichJolly\nWith Liverpool seemingly set to do very little transfer business this summer, Richard Jolly looks at the pros and cons of such a stance.\nThere are some quotes that are simultaneously utterly illogical and perceptively cogent. \"If you stand still there is only one way to go, and that's backwards,\" Peter Shilton once said. A great goalkeeper was rarely confused for a great thinker but plenty would subscribe to that theory, at least in the context of the transfer market.\nIt is in part because everything is relative: if you are standing still, you are in effect reversing because someone else is advancing.\nIn a sense, Liverpool are standing still this summer, yet to make a senior signing at a point when Tottenham and Manchester City have broken their transfer records and when Manchester United, who have already spent \u00a365 million, could come close to theirs to sign Harry Maguire.\nMeanwhile, Liverpool have replenished their stocks of youngsters with Sepp van den Berg and Harvey Elliott, parted company with a couple of back-ups, in Alberto Moreno and Daniel Sturridge, but generally adopted the an isolationist policy, withdrawing from a wider world obsessed with transfers, spending less than Chelsea, who have a transfer ban.\nWhich, in a way, suits Jurgen Klopp. He has an Arsene Wenger-esque faith in the players at his disposal and rarely seems to regard retail therapy as being particularly therapeutic.\nYet Liverpool have refined their transfer strategy in the Klopp years. It has been fewer but better, quality not quantity, hits outnumbering misses. Klopp is the anti-Harry Redknapp, not making signings for signings' sake.\nIn one respect, too, Liverpool can draw comparisons with their past. The last three times they finished second in the Premier League, they went backwards. Nicolas Anelka, Xabi Alonso and Luis Suarez can feel an unholy trinity, the men whose departures in 2002, 2009 and 2014 sent Liverpool into reverse gear.\nNo one has completed an unwanted quartet: prize assets from Mohamed Salah to Sadio Mane, Alisson to Virgil van Dijk, are staying.\nLiverpool have stability and security in a way they have not had for three decades. They have invested in a way they never did before: they may be 2019's smallest spenders, but they were 2018's biggest.\nBut they have also invested differently. They posted a world record profit of \u00a3125 million in 2017-18 and their Champions League run this season should have proved lucrative, but contracts cost, especially when they entail rewarding those who have done well.\nLiverpool have 12 players contracted until 2023 or 2024, many of them signing improved deals in recent months. The financial structure has changed.\nThe clich\u00e9 when players come back from injury tends to be that they are \"like a new signing\". Liverpool have Naby Keita, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Rhian Brewster and Joe Gomez returning from injury-interrupted years, each with the potential to offer more.\nArguably their spate of new deals are better than new signings, because they are stripped of the element of risk and because many a newcomer \u2013 Oxlade-Chamberlain, Fabinho, Andrew Robertson \u2013 needed time to acclimatise to Klopp's demands, so even the successes may not flourish in the short term.\nLiverpool can look at their most recent opponents as advocates of continuity; Tottenham played in a Champions League final 16 months after their most recent signing. They could, though, also note that their Premier League performances had tailed off in the same time. Mauricio Pochettino's Spurs can feel the exception, not the rule.\nLessons from past?\nThey can also see cautionary tales of sides who should have strengthened. A passing ethos can work in football, but a passive one rarely does.\nConsider Wenger's Arsenal in 2015, who acquired Petr Cech but were the only side in Europe's top five leagues not to sign an outfield player and who spurned their best chance in the last decade to win the league; Bayern Munich, who did not buy a senior player last summer and regressed; Liverpool's predecessors as European champions, Real Madrid, who failed to replace Cristiano Ronaldo in 2018 and endured arguably their worst season in 15 years.\nYet there is a significant difference. Real and Bayern were ageing groups, sides on the slide who postponed an overhaul for 12 months and paid a price. Liverpool's age profile is almost ideal and even the lone veteran, James Milner, showed his stamina by outlasting Gomez in pre-season running. They feel a team on an upward curve, the one with least need for reinforcements. Given the twin feats of winning the Champions League and securing 97 points, there is little scope for improvement.\nAlthough it is understandable some would like to see a goalscoring midfielder, there is no obvious weakness in the first-choice side. The stronger the starting 11, the harder it is to strengthen.\nMeanwhile, the concept of stockpiling squad players after silverware-studded seasons may sound good in principle, but backfired for City after their 2012 and 2014 title wins, the latter compounded by the disastrous decision to buy Eliaquim Mangala. Liverpool scarcely need Anfield equivalents of Jack Rodwell, Scott Sinclair or Maicon.\nBut buying is not just a question of remedying shortcomings or adding cover. That paragon of quiet ruthlessness, Bob Paisley, would invariably react to success by signing someone, whether for the long term or a more immediate aim, to ward off complacency or to cast aside a serial winner.\nSir Alex Ferguson arguably made major signings after 11 of his 13 Premier League title wins (having retired, he should escape censure for United's shambolic summer in the transfer market in 2013). Yet if 1999, when United failed to make a major signing, represented a great missed opportunity to dominate Europe, Liverpool could also look along the East Lancs Road to the events of 1995 when Ferguson sold three, signed no one and used those he already had to fashion his greatest side.\nIf it felt another anomaly, it was an illustration that managers sometimes don't need the complications and confusions signings can cause. Then as now, the braver decision is not to buy, rather than to buy. In a culture of consumption, choosing not to spend is a shortcut to criticism if ambitions go unrealised.\nKlopp has always been prepared to take that unpopular approach. His record shows a willingness to wait, the clarity of thought to ignore the masses and an awareness that only certain types of players really suit his brand of play.\nSo, not for the first time, he is flying the face of conventional wisdom. Those who stand still do often go backwards. But so, too, do those who take the wrong turn in attempting to go forwards.\nThe defending champions' signings represent a reason why no one retained the Premier League title for a decade until 2019, but they were often the wrong recruits, rather than a lack of them.\nKlopp's view, on football if not Brexit, is that no deal is better than a bad deal. Thus far, he has been correct. But if Liverpool sit out the rest of the transfer window, he will be the odd man out in the managerial pack next season.\nMore: Jurgen Klopp, Summer 2019\nQuiz: How well do you remember Liverpool's last pre-season?\nPeter Crouch retirement has Liverpool fans nostalgic for his finest goals in red\nGoalkeepers playing outfield & other strange pre-season moments for Liverpool\nQuartet to return to training & Barcelona interest ignored \u2013 Friday's Liverpool FC News Roundup\nLiverpool newboy Sepp Van Den Berg's debut will wait until America tour\nLiverpool U23s learn EFL Trophy group opponents for first-ever senior competitive fixtures","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Capa Prize Holder Photographer M\u00f3ricz-Sabj\u00e1n Dies at 42\nDecember 30, 2022 T\u00f3h\u00e1ti ZsuzsaLeave a Comment on Capa Prize Holder Photographer M\u00f3ricz-Sabj\u00e1n Dies at 42\nInternationally acclaimed photographer Simon M\u00f3ricz-Sabj\u00e1n died in an accident at the age of 42 on Wednesday, his wife told MTI on Thursday.\nM\u00f3ricz-Sabj\u00e1n won the Capa Grand Prize for Permanently Overcast, a photo series on life in Hungary's Great Plain, in October 2022. Born in 1980 in Kiskunhalas, in southern Hungary, M\u00f3ricz-Sabj\u00e1n worked with the daily N\u00e9pszabads\u00e1g, Manager Magazin and business daily Vil\u00e1ggazdas\u00e1g. He won numerous awards including that of the China International Press Photo Contest twice, Pictures of the Year International (POYi), NPPA Best of Photojournalism, Prix International de la Photographie, PDN, FCBarcelona Photo Award, Slovak Press Photo and ASPAward. His work has been displayed in the House of Hungarian Photographers, the Capa Centre, Arles, Barcelona, Denver, Milan and several other locations.\nhungarymatters.hu\nSeparated Siamese Twin Undergoes Reconstructive Surgery\nThe air quality in Debrecen is objectionable\nG\u00e9za Morcs\u00e1nyi, Former Head of Magvet\u0151 Publishing, Has Died\nJanuary 5, 2023 T\u00f3h\u00e1ti Zsuzsa\nThe Debrecen Wine and Jazz Days won a prestigious award\nJanuary 3, 2023 January 3, 2023 B\u00e1csi \u00c9va\nIconic Actress Gina Lollobrigida Dies at 95\nPayment by bank card at OTP stopped, and it was not possible to withdraw cash from the machines January 26, 2023","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Farewell service held for historic church\nFarewell service held for Pisgah Baptist Church\nBy Tom Moody\nA CHURCH in Talywain which first opened its doors almost 200 years ago held its final service last week, with the building being forced to close.\nPisgah Baptist Church's congregation have been forced to leave their spiritual home after the building was deemed to be unsafe.\nThe congregation, which is usually made up of less than 15 members, were joined by friends from other local churches, and the service was led by Dr Christian Williams from The Baptist Union of Wales in Carmarthen.\n(The final service at Pisgah Baptist Church. Picture: Pamela Watts.)\nJohn Williams, 71, the secretary and treasurer of Pisgah Baptist Church, said: \"We had a better turnout than we expected and were delighted.\n\"Some attended because they came to Sunday school there and others because there their family were connected with the chapel.\n\"Also we were joined by ministers who take the pulpit during the year.\n\"Dr Williams took the service and was positive that we were doing the right thing to keep the congregation together.\n\"One of the members of the congregation, Nerissa Watkins, spoke of how Pisgah came about in the beginning as her dad was a deacon there for many years.\n\"I am a pensioner now and was put on the cradle roll there as a child.\n(John Williams speaking at the final service at Pisgah Baptist Church. Picture: Pamela Watts.)\n\"Friends from other local churches also came along with people coming from Forge Side Baptist Church, Sardis Congregational Church and friends from Viaduct Road Methodist Church, which sadly closed its doors quite recently.\n\"A big thank-you to everyone who supported us and helped make it so special.\"\nDespite the closure of the church, the congregation will still be worshipping together.\nOn Sunday, the Pisgah congregation held its first weekly service at its new home, the Senior Citizens Hall in Church Road, Talywain.\nTraders and residents hit out at parking charge hike as town centres suffer\nBarriers installed and police patrols stepped up after off-road drivers vandalise ancient woodland site\nMeet the fishermen fighting to preserve a centuries-old way of life and celebrating a milestone this year\nPoliceman thought he would die when dragged along by Pontypool drug dealer driver\nToddler with rare heart condition is face of Air Ambulance's 24-hour care campaign\nFind vintage goods and a great cafe in new business venture\n'Absolute rubbish,' council face public backlash over recycling centre closure plans\nMonmouth community unites for charity swimathon in memory of teenage boy\nNew sculpture trail in Gwent Levels will celebrate South East Wales' rich coastal history","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Category: Character Spotlight\nMay 24, 2017 May 24, 2017 jamestwriter Character Spotlight, Mini-Review\nWhat Makes A Truly Great Villain?\nWhen it comes to fictional forms of media, there is nothing I love more than a good villain. A truly memorable antagonist stands in the way or our heroes and acts as an ever-constant threat against our protagonists. That begs the question though, what makes a truly great villain? What makes an antagonist not only a truly evil force, but also into something that we love to hate?\nI can't stay mad at that face!\nThe answer to this may depend on the form of media the villain is associated with, but I've decided to give my own thoughts on what makes a truly great villain. I also have to thank Super Eyepatch Wolf on Youtube for giving me inspiration to make this post on my blog. So, for a villain to be something I can truly get behind, it needs a number of things:\nMemorable Design\nIt's not enough that a villain is intimidating, but he also needs to look intimidating and have a design that makes him appealing (or not so appealing) to look at. A good example of this is the original Green Goblin, who dresses in a truly gaudy green and purple outfit. Even if this original design is somewhat outdated, it's still memorable enough to let you easily pick him out from a crowd. He's not some generic pretty-boy with a sword, or some giant monster wielding a hammer. No, he's this gaudily-dressed imp of destruction, raining pumpkin bombs down onto hapless citizens.\nGood Voice-Acting\nThis next section is highly dependent upon the form of media the villain is depicted in. For things like television, film, and video-games (depending on if the game has voice-acting or not), then how the villain sounds is a great factor in determining the appeal of a character. For example, Mako playing Aku in Samurai Jack is often sited as one of the best portrayals of a villain in cartoons.\nMako knows how to ham it up as Aku, delivering a voice dripping with both comedic value and intimidation. Mako is able to portray Aku, this Japanese demon of death and destruction, as a character that one can enjoy. Greg Baldwin, who is Aku's new voice actor, also does an amazing job. He isn't as good as the original, but manages to capture the energy and cheesiness of Mako's portrayal very well.\nIt's not always necessary to cast someone well-known or famous to play a villain. As long as the person playing said villain can inside the head of the character and portray him the way the creator intends, while still keeping the role their own. A voice is everything in a villain. A bad voice actor can truly destroy what makes a great villain great.\nBeing An Actual Threat\nHaving a villain who looks and sounds great is one thing, but you need a villain who can actually get the job done. A villain who can't achieve their goals, or pose much of a threat to our heroes becomes a joke after a while. A good (or rather, bad) example of this is Corypheus from Dragon Age: Inquisition. Corypheus is foiled easily at every turn by your chosen protagonist.\nCorypheus very rarely does much to be a thorn in your side, and a lot of his attempts to stop you reach Dick Dastardly levels of pathetic. A good example of a villain who manages to threaten our heroes at every turn is Etemon, from the cult classic anime Digimon. Despite Etemon seeming like an incompetent goofball, he was able to trounce the Digi-Destined most of the time. Not only that, but he also devised a \"Dark Network\", that he can use to attack his enemies from afar.\nEtemon's seemingly silly design and behaviors masked his truly power and potential. This mischievous monkey of magnified malice ended up being a true threat to our heroes. A villain who isn't able to be a challenge to our protagonists in any way ends up feeling lame and hollow. A villain can't just talk the talk, he\/she needs to also be able to walk the walk.\nThe Villain Needs To Be More Than A Villain\nSuper Eyepatch Wolf discussed this as well, but it bares repeating. A villain who feels more like a person, is better than one who doesn't. A villain needs to have weaknesses as well as strengths, needs to have dreams beyond his current goal, and needs to feel like a real part of the world. Most Marvel villains end up just kind of showing up, usually with little development.\nAgain, a villain needs to be a part of the world. Not just antagonist no. 125 who happens to co-exist in the universe, but hasn't been mentioned or established until now. Now I know most villains are not like that, but sometimes establishing an antagonist beforehand can really work wonders for your property.\nA villain doesn't need to have all of these properties to be a great villain, but it certainly helps. Having a strong voice, memorable design, good backstory and development, fantastic characterization, and a threatening persona can actually make for both a great character and an amazing villain. Examples are out there, there's a ton in fact. Coming with a great and memorable villain isn't easy, but having one can make or break a series. At least, that's my opinion on the whole thing.\nApril 17, 2017 April 17, 2017 jamestwriter Character Spotlight, Mini-Review\nIs Joseph Joestar the best Jojo?\nWhen it comes to the anime known as \"Jojo's Bizarre Adventure\", I'm really only a fan in passing. I watched through parts 1 and 2, as well as the first half of part 3. I sadly have yet to touch the anime version of part 4, and I've only read a small portion of part 5. For those of you who don't know what Jojo is, it's an anime and manga that series that's been running for over 30 years. Jojo is divided into multiple parts and is currently on part 8 at the moment. Each part focuses on a different protagonist in a different scenario.\nOne common occurrence is that our heroes are usually going up against supernatural foes, fighting psychopaths with weird fetishes or god complexes, or just having all around bizarre adventures. With each new story we got a new \"Jojo\". What is a Jojo? It's one of the protagonists of any given arc who has the word \"Jojo\" somewhere in there first and last name. Some examples include Johnathon Joestar or Jotaro Kujo.\nSo, with a history of differing protagonists, which one is the best? Which is the ultimate Jojo, the most memorable hero the series has ever produced? Well, this opinion will differ from person to person, depending on who you ask. However, in my eyes, the ultimate Jojo is the one that debuted in the second part of the story. This man is Joseph Joestar, the hero of Battle Tendency.\nDon't let the crazy hair fool you, this man is a walking weapon!\nSo, who's Joseph? Well, he's the grandson of the protagonist of part 1, the man known as Johnathon Joestar. Sadly, John is barely worth mentioning, as I found the character to be immensely boring. A lot of Johnathon's personality and backstory is built upon him avenging his family's pride and trying to stop Dio. Due to the short length of part 1, there just wasn't enough time to build Johnathon into a truly likable and believable character.\nIf that's the case, what makes Joseph so special? Well, Joseph is a lot more hot-headed than Johnathon ever was. Joseph has a tendency to get into fights that are well over his head, yet he manages to come out on top. Despite Joseph appearing to be an idiot, he often tends to out-think his opponent. This is showcased very well in the fact that he almost always accurately predicts what his opponent will say next, right before they say it.\nJoseph's combat abilities come down to the use of a special technique called \"Hamon\". This allows the user to channel the energy of the sun through their body, allowing them to kill vampires or do any manner of special attacks. Joseph's abilities are pretty unique when compared to Johnathon. Johnathon used Hamon mainly for straightforward attacks, while Joseph uses them insanely creative ways. Joseph can use Hamon to stick his bolas (which is a type of throwing weapon) to walls or even fling them back at an enemy.\nDespite Joseph often been outclassed, he still manages to win due to the unique and interesting ways he approaches combat. He comes slight of hand, his own wit, his ability to think on the fly, along with his raw supernatural abilities to trump his opponents almost every time. Joseph goes from fighting low-level vampires and random street thugs at the start of the series, to defeating a god by accident right near the end of the series. The power-progression feels natural, and it doesn't feel rushed or forced in the slightest.\nSomething I liked most about Joseph was his bombastic personality and general attitude about things. Joseph is a goofball and a bit of a jerk at times, but he honestly cares for the people around him. While he doesn't think much about his lineage, he still goes into battle each time. Sure, he runs away most of the time, but still manages to pull victory out of nowhere most of the time.\nJoseph doesn't stop being interesting after his story arc ends, however. Joseph returns in parts 3 and 4, as an old man. Despite being much older and slightly more mature, Joseph is still the goofball at heart that he always was. Joseph manages to defeat powerful opponents despite his age, and gains new abilities along the way. While he isn't the main hero anymore, he's still a supporting character that manages to feel fairly interesting.\nJoseph feels like a real person, despite his eccentric quirks. Unlike a lot of anime heroes, Joseph actually has flaws and manages to overcome them. While other Jojos have come along, they just haven't matched Joseph in terms of memorability. While I did enjoy the thoughtful Jotaro, and the goofball Josuke, they just couldn't compare to their predecessor.\nThose are my reasons why I like Joseph. I respect that everyone has their own favorite Jojo, but for me Joseph will always be number one. Now I ask you, what's your favorite Jojo? Feel free to reply to this post and tell me who's your favorite and why, I'd love to hear about it! Try to avoid spoilers though, keep in mind I've only watched parts 1 and 2 and most of 3. I have yet to tackle parts 4 and beyond. Anyway, thanks for reading and have a great day!","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Last edited by Mikarr\n4 edition of atlas of endangered species found in the catalog.\natlas of endangered species\nby Richard Mackay\nPublished 2005 by Earthscan in London .\nEndangered species -- Atlases.\nStatement Richard Mackay.\nGenre Atlases.\nLC Classifications QH75 .M285 2005\nThe Atlas of Endangered Species offers valuable statistics enforced with extraordinary images that put in numbers the total endangered species of \/5(5). Endangered Species: Save Our Species Coloring Book There are over 1, different species in the United States that are listed as threatened or endangered. This picture book will introduce you to 21 plant and animal species found in the United States, nearly all of which are either endangered or threatened.\nClassroom Tip: Display this book in a special nonfiction section that is dedicated to endangered animals. Turtles by Anita Baskin-Salzberg and Allen Salzberg Describes different kinds of turtles, tortoises, and sea turtles, and the endangered status of some species. An invasive species is a non-indigenous species (e.g. plants or animals) that adversely effect the habitats they invade. They can endanger indigenous populations by preying on them or by out-competing them for resources such as food.\nendangered species within the state. Listing is required in each of these states except New Jersey, where by law the Commission of the Department of Environmental Protection may list species that are endangered Three other state statutes require that species be listed but provide significant exceptions to the rule. In Oregon, theFile Size: 1MB. With 20 percent of these species facing extinction by , this atlas traces those lost already as well as others threatened and surviving today. It catalogues the inhabitants of different ecosystems, including forests, mangroves and coral reefs, and examines the major threats to biodiversity \u2013 from loss of habitat to hunting \u2013 as well as.\nU.N. peacekeeping\nDaily Guidance from Your Angels Oracle Cards\nSex-linkage in poultry breeding.\nLewis Allen of Watertown Farms (Weston), Mass., 1665, and his descendants\nGuardian ad litem project\nThirty years view\nsocial and educational history of Hancock County, Kentucky\nPerformance Performers\nPhilosophical works\nComeday, go day\nPoverty in Manchester\nHealth care services for persons with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection.\nThe Canadian system of retirement income support\nA first group psychotherapy book\nThe heart of man\ndiscourse & on the dreadful fire at Ratcliff (highway) July 23, 1794\nRichard Porson\nInvasive Bladder Cancer\nAtlas of endangered species by Richard Mackay Download PDF EPUB FB2\nVividly illustrated with full-color maps and detailed graphics, The Atlas of Endangered Species catalogs the inhabitants of a wide variety of ecosystems, including forests, mangroves, and coral reefs.\nIt examines the major threats to biodiversity, from loss of habitat to hunting, and describes the steps being taken toward by: 6. The Atlas of Endangered Species book. Read 4 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Up to 20 percent of species may be extinct by \/5.\nThe Atlas of Endangered Species (The Earthscan Atlas) - Kindle edition by MacKay, Richard. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading The Atlas of Endangered Species (The Earthscan Atlas)\/5(7).\nUNESCO Interactive Atlas of the World's Languages in Danger. The online edition of the Atlas is complementary to the print edition It does not reproduce the regional and thematic chapters of the print version, but it offers additional information on the listed endangered languages.\nVia this interface, you can browse through them, using combinations of search. With twenty percent of the earth's species facing extinction bythis striking atlas brings up to date the data on those that have been lost already, those that are threatened, and those that are surviving today.\nVividly illustrated with full-color maps and detailed graphics, The Atlas of Endangered Species catalogs the inhabitants of a wide variety of ecosystems. With twenty percent of the earth's species facing extinction bythis striking atlas brings up to date the data on those that have been lost already, those that are threatened, and those that are surviving today.\nVividly illustrated with full-color maps and detailed graphics, The Atlas of Endangered Species catalogs the inhabitants of a wide variety of ecosystems, including forests \/5(2).\nWith an array of full-color maps, charts, graphs, and photographs, this atlas vividly illustrates the plight of endangered and threatened species while also cataloging critical habitats, factors that threaten species' survival, and conservation strategies that are being used to protect animals from extinction.\nA concise selection of facts and figures complements engaging graphics, Author: Jennifer Bove. Atlas of endangered species.\n[Sally Morgan] -- A complete guide to endangered animals and their habitats. Book: All Authors \/ Contributors: Sally Morgan. Find more information about: ISBN: OCLC Number: Notes: \"Book shop Level T\". The atlas of endangered species User Review - Not Available - Book Verdict.\nThis heavily illustrated one-volume overview might more appropriately have been billed as an atlas of endangered habitats, since it groups information geographically and gives little detail about Read full review. Up to 20 percent of species may be extinct by Vividly presented through full-colour maps and graphics, this fully revised and updated atlas profiles species lost, threatened and surviving today.\nIt examines different ecosystems, the major threats to Author: Richard Mackay. Get this from a library. The atlas of endangered species. [Richard Mackay] -- \"Up to 20 percent of species may be extinct by Vividly presented through full-colour maps and graphics, this atlas profiles species lost, threatened and surviving today.\nIt examines different. We will re-evaluate the map every 4 years. The current map was released August 1, (the 14th Edition Natural Heritage Atlas). Updates are generally due to the following factors: changes to the MESA species list and observation occurrences species are added or removed from the list; new observations are accepted into our database.\nBOOK Of THE TEAR X Dan Smith The * of the 1 MIDDLEThe State ot the been represented in this atlas by the number of threatened species occurring in each country. on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) was adopted in More recent treaties have addressed conservation within national.\nYou go on, you find the book you wanted, you pay, and you leave. So instead of buying five books, you buy just one. But the real reason why books are going to vanish is the remarkably un-business.\nHow Superstitions and Myths Affect Animal Conservation Scientists must account for cultural beliefs when considering how to protect. A Visual Guide to the Creatures That Could Disappear From Each U.S. State landed on the federal roster of endangered species. The Atlas of Endangered Species offers valuable statistics enforced with extraordinary images that put in numbers the total endangered species of each country, the protected ecosystems and biodiversity.\nA book that everyone should read.' Synopsis. Up to 20 percent of species may be extinct by \/5(7). Even fierce predators like the great white shark succumb to changes in environmental conditions, as do the gentle manatee, powerful mountain gorilla, agile black-footed ferret, beloved giant panda, and the much-feared Bengal tiger, which are among the fifty species described, illustrated, and mapped in this easy-to-read atlas.\nEndangered. By Eliot Schrefer. Grades. Z. Genre. Fiction The compelling tale of a girl who must save a group of bonobos \u2014 and herself \u2014 from a violent Congo is a dangerous place, even for people who are trying to do good. Related Book Resources. Discussion Guide Discussion Guide for Eliot.\nIt examines the major threats to biodiversity, from loss of habitat to hunting, and describes the steps being taken toward : $.\nspecies are endangered or threatened today is because people have changed the species' homes or habitats. A habitat includes not only the other plants and animals in an area, but all of the things needed for the species' to live \u2014 food, water, and shelter.\nThe United States has many habitats, from ocean beaches to mountain tops. Every.About this book. Up to 20 percent of species may be extinct by Vividly presented through full-colour maps and graphics, this fully revised and updated atlas profiles species lost, threatened and surviving today.Up to 20 percent of species may be extinct by Vividly presented through full-colour maps and graphics, this fully revised and updated atlas profiles species lost, threatened and surviving today.\nIt examines different ecosystems, the major threats to their inhabitants and steps being taken towards conservation. * Fully revised and updated.\nContact Us - DMCA\npacificwomensnetwork.com - Atlas of endangered species book \u00a9 2020","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"'Anchor Point booming, and we're excited,' says chamber board member\nBy McKibben Jackinsky \u2022 March 4, 2013 11:32 pm\nTags: Anchor Point, Business, Kenai Peninsula\nWhat is it about Anchor Point that has five new businesses opening up in the Kenai Peninsula's westernmost community?\nLower utility costs because of the availability of natural gas was the first explanation given by Bryan Zak, regional director for the South West Alaska Small Business Development Center and also a member of the Homer City Council.\nTo prove his point, Zak referenced a conversation he had with one Anchor Point building owner.\n\"He thought he'd not say anything for the first month because he was sure a mistake had been made, but he was saving like 90 percent of what his fuel oil and propane bill had been before natural gas,\" said Zak.\n\"The other factor would be that Anchor Point does have some space that is maybe a little more affordable than space in Homer,\" he said.\nIn addition, there are lower interest rates available for loans \"so some people feel confident enough to go ahead whereas in 2009, because of the pull-back on the economy, they were a little bit afraid to take the risk and go into owning their own small business,\" said Zak.\nJennifer Henley, a board member of Anchor Point Chamber of Commerce, said, \"Anchor Point is booming and we're very excited.\"\nShe credits a community attitude for the expansion.\n\"There's a lot of people in Anchor Point that want to get up and do stuff,\" said Henley.\nCoastal Realty's Mary Trimble said the new businesses are a sign of \"people maybe trying to do a little more.\"\nTrimble isn't limiting that to Anchor Point residents.\n\"We used to get so many people buying recreational and retirement property and I'd say we've had more inquiries along that line in the last couple of months, which is very encouraging,\" said Trimble.\n\"A lot of those are Anchorage people or even people from Outside that want to have maybe the good months up here when they retire. But don't want to move up here permanently. It's kind of like the dream of getting the best of Alaska,\" she said.\nZak doesn't believe \"it's just a boom for Anchor Point. We see some movement here in Homer, also.\" With natural gas coming to the southern peninsula, Zak believes \"we are going to see an additional benefit immediately here by next winter when I believe most Homer businesses will be receiving the same utility rate for heat if they're on natural gas as (businesses) do in Anchor Point.\"\nMcKibben Jackinsky can be reached at mckibben.jackinsky@homernews.com.\n'To Russia With Love' Good reminder to all Alaskans about how one person can choose to change things\nKPB Assembly to consider gravel-pit ordinance revisions\nProposed gravel pit ordinance follows Superior Court ruling that planning commission can deny permits.\nSchool board works to highlight students' voices\nWithin the first hour of the meeting students would have up to five minutes each to address the board about any issue\nBy Ashlyn O'Hara \u2022 January 11, 2022 10:30 pm\nHalf of beds at Nikiski shelter are occupied\nThe shelter opened at the end of December 2021","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Cal-Bridge pilots program offering CSU students access to UC Ph.D programs\nCal-Bridge logo\nJames McGirk\nCal-Bridge is extending its mentorship program to computation-focused students. The program connects promising California State University (CSU) students with mentors at CSU and University of California (UC) campuses.\nUC Santa Cruz Baskin School of Engineering Associate Dean Matthew Guthaus co-directs the Cal-Bridge CS program with Mohammed Husain, Professor of CS at Cal-Poly Pomona, along with the guidance of the Cal-Bridge Director Alexander Rudolph, Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Cal-Poly Pomona.\n\"Cal-Bridge CS will open opportunities that many historically underrepresented students didn't know exist,\" Guthaus said. \"We hope to take down some of the barriers and show students that a Computer Science and Engineering Ph.D program may be well within their reach.\"\nCal-Bridge provides a pair of mentors for CSU students: one at the student's home campus and a second at a research-intensive University of California campus.\nThe program also offers need-based scholarships during the students' junior, senior, and first year of grad school (if at a UC). It works to provide them with summer research support through the NSF-funded Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) partnerships, and arranges workshops on important topics such as applying to graduate school and professional development.\nHaving mentors at both campuses allows students to understand the similarities and differences between both schools. For some students it might be their only opportunity to find a mentor or someone to write a letter recommendation. Impaction\u2014when a program reaches or surpasses its expected enrollment (common at state schools, particular in popular programs like computer science)\u2014has made forging relationships with professors during office hours more difficult. Even motivated students can have trouble making the connections they need to get into graduate school, let alone finding a mentor organically.\n\"The goal here is to break down the wall and show students that faculty are real people while also giving them advice,\" Guthaus said. \"Frequent check ins with mentors are meant to offer professional advice and help with personal challenges.\"\nCalifornia State University campuses have historically been teaching-focused. Students have fewer opportunities to connect with professors doing research in their fields than students at UC campuses. This leaves them at a disadvantage when applying to doctoral programs. Mentorship can make a big difference.\nThere are plenty of misconceptions surrounding Ph.D programs. Many students are surprised to learn that most STEM Ph.D. programs pay for tuition and provide a stipend. They may not realize what research involves or how to go about solving research problems.\nDuring its first six years of operation, Cal-Bridge focused on physics and astronomy with 7 cohorts and 129 scholars. 87 percent of the participants have enrolled in graduate programs. Of these students, 66 percent are first generation college students, 64 percent are underrepresented minorities, 46 percent identify as women, and 24 percent identify as underrepresented minority women.\nComputer Science has a serious representation gap: in 2018, the U.S. Department of Education found that only about 20 percent of CS graduates were women and 18 percent were underrepresented minorities (NCES IPEDS Completions Data). The hope is that Cal-Bridge will offer opportunities for CSU computer science students as it has done with physics and astronomy.\nApplications from CSU students are due Sept. 25.\nFor information on applying to the computer science and engineering program, please see: https:\/\/www.cpp.edu\/calbridge\/prospective-scholars\/computer-science-and-engineering.shtml","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"HIGH DEF UNIVERSE\nYour one stop site for Blu-ray, DVD, Comic, and Game reviews!\n4K HD ULTRA REVIEWS\n3D BLU-RAY REVIEWS\nBLURAY REVIEWS\nVIDEO-GAME REVIEWS\nBOARD-GAME REVIEWS\nNERD HQ EVENT\nCONTESTS TO WIN\nCOMIC-CON COVERAGE\nD23 COVERAGE\nSW CELEBRATION COVERAGE\nLegally Blonde Collection Blu-ray Review\nReviewed by Jami Ferguson\nThe Legally Blonde Collection is now available to own on Blu-ray. The collection includes a two-disc set with each movie and related special features on its own Blu-ray. In both films, Reese Witherspoon stars as Elle Woods, a woman on a mission. In Legally Blonde, she wants to win back the love of her life. In its sequel, she hopes to protect her dog and others like him from animal testing.\nFilms (3 out of 5 stars)\nLegally Blonde is a classic chick flick. It reminds me a lot of Clueless. They are both films that are dated, in a good way, and would probably create outrage if released today. Someone would be boycotting this release, saying it promotes a negative stereotype. If not that, they would complain that Elle's happy ending had to include a man in it. Looking back on it, I think of it as a fun, cute film, full of fluff (in a good way). I don't think you should spend much time contemplating Elle's message. If you do, look at it in the best light and realize that in the end, she realized she was too good for that guy!\nLegally Blonde (3 1\/2 out of 5 stars)\nElle Woods (Reese Witherspoon) is a Fashion Major at CULA (presumably California University Los Angeles). She has a 4.0 GPA and is the President of the Delta Nu Sorority. Her sorority sisters help her prepare for a date with her boyfriend Warner, at which she expects a marriage proposal. Instead, Warner breaks her heart with the revelation that he needs a serious girlfriend if he wants to be a Senator by the age of 30. As Warner breaks up with Elle, he informs her that his family expects him to be with a Jackie, not a Marilyn. Warner is about to head off to Harvard Law School and has big plans for his future, and those plans to not include Elle.\nAfter sulking in bed eating chocolates, avoiding the outside world, Elle's friends take her to a nail salon to cheer her up. Thumbing through a magazine, she sees a photo of Warner's brother and his serious but unattractive fianc\u00e9e. Elle decides that the way to get Warner back is to go to law school and be a serious student. After a unique admissions essay and a passing score on her LSATs, Elle and her dog Bruiser head to Harvard to begin her law degree and eventually win back the love of her life.\nElle does not fit in well at Harvard. Everyone sees her as a pretty but dumb blonde. In her first class, a student named Vivian Kensington (Selma Blair) gives her attitude.\nThe day comes to a head when Elle learns that Vivian is now engaged to Warner. Vivian was his high school girlfriend whom he reconnected with over the summer and she now wears his giant engagement ring proudly. A new friend, Paulette Bonafante (Jennifer Coolidge), suggests that Elle should steal him back. Although that's the plan, Elle soon learns that she will never be good enough for Warner (in his eyes). Taking the next step, she realizes that she is too good for Warner. He may be the reason she went to Harvard, but her successes are all her own from that point on.\nLegally Blonde 2: Red, White and Blonde (2 1\/2 out of 5 stars)\nElle Woods is a lawyer, who is happily engaged to her sweetheart from Harvard, Emmet (Luke Wilson). Her career is going well but she is unexpectedly derailed by a new project, which is very personal to her. Elle hires an investigator to track down her Chihuahua's mother (for a wedding invitation). She learns that Bruiser's mom is an animal test subject. A heartfelt presentation about Bruiser and his mom leads to Elle's termination from her job. After a few tears over the loss, Elle decides that she wants to change the law. Elle heads to Washington, D.C. in the hopes of passing a bill that would make it illegal for companies to use animals for testing.\nAs it was when she first came to Harvard, Elle has a hard time being taken seriously. People call her \"capitol Barbie\" and treat her as such. Her mentor, played by Sally Field, appears to support Elle's cause but in the end, she works against Elle to further her own political aspirations.\nVideo (3 out of 5 stars)\nLegally Blonde (4 out of 5 stars)\nShout has provided a 4K scan of the original negative. As the director explains in commentary and extras, the low budget didn't allow for as much location shooting as he would have liked. Color changes from bright LA to subdued Harvard must help, as ivy added to LA set's doubles for Harvard Law. Elle's signature color (pink) is one of the many colors that pops in Elle's surroundings and wardrobe. There is a bit of noise and some blurry backgrounds but overall these shortcomings are minor and don't take away from the experience.\nLegally Blonde 2 (2 1\/2 out of 5 stars)\nThis presentation does not fare as well as its predecessor. Digital noise is very present in the first half and there is a visible lens scratch. What you get seems more like DVD quality than Blu-ray.\nAudio (4 out of 5 stars)\nThe DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 mix is adequate for this film. The score comes across nicely, as does dialogue. The light and easy-going film is accompanied by similarly uncomplicated sound. No major complaints with an audio track that won't tax your surround system.\nJust as with the first film, Legally Blonde 2 falls short of the original in the audio department. Although still offering a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 track, this film just isn't as clean and precise. Crowded rooms and gatherings feel appropriately busy. Nothing about the audio made me take note. \u2013 good or bad.\nExtras (3 out of 5 stars)\nLegally Blonde 3 out of 5 stars)\nAudio Commentaries:\nCommentary with Director Robert Luketic, Producer Marc Platt, and Reese Witherspoon\nCommentary with Cinematographer Anthony Richmond, Costume Designer Sophie de Rakoff Carbonell, Production Designer Melissa Stewart, Screenwriters Karen McCullah and Kirsten Smith and Animal Trainer Sue Chipperton.\nNew Interview with Jessica Cauffiel (13:31) \u2013 The actress who plays Margo talks about getting the part, researching the role with Reese Witherspoon and working with a first-time director. 20 years later, she discusses the script, alternate endings and more.\nDeleted Scenes (9:45 total runtime) \u2013 with Director introduction\/explanation, After the Breakup, Rollerblading, The Betting Pool, Elle's Revenge, Depositions, Delta Nu Sister, Professor Callahan and Emmet, Mrs. Windham Vandermark\nInside Legally Blonde (21:37) \u2013 Featurette that Includes both the simple and complicated explanation of how the novel became a film. Many of the key players explain how the paths that led them to this project.\nThe Hair that Ate Hollywood (9:01) - Choosing the right blonde and the 30 plus hair changes in the film.\nHoku \"Perfect Day\" Music Video (3:26)\nLegally Blonde 2 (3 out of 5 stars)\nAudio Commentary \u2013 Commentary with actresses Jennifer Coolidge (Paulette), Jessica Cauffiel (Margo) and Alanna Ubach (Serena McGuire)\nNew Interview with Jessica Cauffiel (8:37) \u2013 A continuation of the interview on Legally Blonde where the actress talks about honoring the original film and gives details about shooting the sequel.\nBlonde Ambition (22:27) \u2013 A making of featurette that looks at story, characters, the considerations of making a sequel, and working with Bruiser.\nStars and Stripes, Never (7:30) \u2013 This extra details Elle's many looks over her 65 wardrobe changes.\nElle's Anthem (7:13) \u2013 A look at the music and score with recording footage.\nDeleted Scenes (9:32 total runtime) \u2013 Seven untitled deleted scenes.\nLeann Rimes Music Video \"We Can\" (3:41)\nHair Apparent (6:56) \u2013 Just under seven minutes devoted to Elle's hair, which changed as much as her wardrobe. Her stylist explains her hair as a character and details the many looks and the wigs it took to make it happen.\nPuppy Love (2:24) \u2013 This extra is devoted to the animals in the film, with special attention given to Bruiser. His character and sexuality are discussed here.\nPretty in Pink (6:37) \u2013 The look of the film, and elements carried over from the first film are detailed in this featurette. Includes discussion of research trips and production design elements.\nSummary (3 out of 5 stars)\nLegally Blonde is by far the superior film in this collection. The sequel is not really a film I feel I needed to see, or own. I don't expect that I'll revisit Elle's time in Washington. Legally Blonde is silly in a good way and Legally Blonde 2 is just silly. The first film is superior in both video and audio quality. Supplemental features are interesting and of equal quality on their respective Blu-ray discs. 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{"text":"Clashes in Congo Park Endanger Gorillas\nTodd Pitman\nSat, 08 Sep 2007 22:28 UTC\nDAKAR, Senegal - Renewed fighting Saturday inside a national park in Congo that is home to endangered mountain gorillas forced rangers to flee for the second time in less than a week, conservationists said.\nThe clashes between fighters loyal to warlord Laurent Nkunda and government soldiers took place in Virunga National Park, where some of the world's last remaining mountain gorillas live on the slopes of a volcanic mountain range that straddles Congo's border with Rwanda and Uganda, the international conservation group WildlifeDirect said.\n4.4 Earthquake Shakes Northern California\nA moderate earthquake struck off the coast of Humboldt County in far Northern California early Saturday morning.\nThe U.S. Geological Survey says the magnitude 4.4 quake was centered in the Pacific Ocean about 20 miles west of Petrolia and 40 miles southwest of Eureka.\n\u00a9USGS\nBay of Bengal Faces Major Tsunami Threat, Study Says\nJohn Roach\nMillions of people along the coasts of Myanmar (Burma), Bangladesh, and India may be at risk of suffering a catastrophic tsunami-generating earthquake, according to a new study.\nThe northern Bay of Bengal could be pummeled by a temblor as massive as the one that sent devastating tsunamis into Indonesia and other Indian Ocean countries in December 2004, the research suggests.\nBees invade Texas woman's home\nabc13.com\nWed, 05 Sep 2007 10:52 UTC\nThere is a potentially painful problem at a home in Katy. Hundreds of thousands of bees were living inside the walls of a woman's house and no one could get rid of them until today.\nClaude Griffin with Gotcha Pest Control tried to talk himself through the enormous job of removing 500,000 bees that had taken up residence.\nSubtropical Storm Gabrielle forms\nSubtropical Storm Gabrielle formed Friday off the southeast U.S. coast, and a tropical storm watch was issued for portions of the South Carolina and North Carolina coast.\nAt 11 p.m, Gabrielle had top sustained winds near 45 mph and was centered about 385 miles southeast of Cape Lookout, N.C., the National Hurricane Center said. It was moving west northwest near 10 mph and was expected to continue along the same path during the next 24 hours.\n\u00a9Weather Underground\nPolar Bear Population Seen Declining\nJOHN HEILPRIN\nFri, 07 Sep 2007 19:05 UTC\n\u00a9AP Photo\/CP\/Jonathon Hayward, File\nMother polar bear and her cub sleep near the ice outside Churchill, Canada Nov. 4, 2006.\nWASHINGTON - Two-thirds of the world's polar bears will be killed off by 2050 _ including the entire population in Alaska _ because of thinning sea ice from global warming in the Arctic, government scientists forecast Friday.\nCommon Deer Virus Found in Southern Ohio Cattle Populations\nOhio Department of Agriculture (ODA) officials today confirmed the discovery of epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) -- a common white-tailed deer virus -- in two Pike County cattle farms. This marks the state's first-ever case of the virus in cattle, but officials stress that it poses no threat to human health or to the safety of meat consumption.\nWhite-tail deer dying in eleven Kentucky counties\nThe Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is investigating disease deaths of white-tailed deer in western Kentucky.\nThe worst outbreak of what is suspected to be hemorrhagic disease is in McLean County, but is also reported in 10 other counties. Wildlife Biologist Danny Watson says the disease is carried through the bite of gnats. He says more than 20 dead deer have been reported in McLean County and he says weak and emaciated deer are being found in or near water.\nDisease hits Tennessee deer populations\nBryan Brasher\ncommercialappeal.com\nFri, 17 Aug 2007 18:37 UTC\nStricken whitetails reported in Fayette and across Tenn.\nA disease that causes whitetail deer to develop high fever, drink water incessantly and bleed gruesomely has been noted all over Tennessee, leading wildlife officials to fear that one of the state's worst outbreaks is imminent.\nComment: Also see: White-tail deer dying in eleven Kentucky counties\nRains cause multiple crashes in Phoenix area\nKatie Nelson, William Hermann and Lindsey Collom\nThe Arizona Republic\nAt least 15 vehicle collisions shut down several miles of westbound U.S. 60 between Interstate 10 and Dobson Road through Tempe and Mesa Thursday evening. The most severe wreck was a 27-car pileup in the westbound lanes halfway between Rural Road and McClintock Drive.\nWeather was believed to be a factor with heavy rain in the area.\n\u00a9Channel 12 News\nMultiple vehicle collisions are being reported on U.S. 60 westbound between Interstate 10 and Dobson Road Thursday evening.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Our skeptical colleagues over in Sweden have been tackling one of the most popular pseudosciences there (thanks to Swedish Skeptics president Pontus B\u00f6ckman for the heads up) \u2013 their \"Fraudster of the year in 2018 was author Thomas Erikson for his book Surrounded by Idiots. The book popularized a dubious personality test known as DiSC, which uses four colors to characterize personality types, red, green blue, and yellow. The book is a best seller in Sweden and is now being exported to many languages. It is also incredibly popular in corporate culture.\nDan Katz, licensed psychologist and psychotherapist, does a great job of breaking down why Erikson's claims are not based on science. I'm not going to repeat his article, just read the original. The short version is that Erikson has no qualifications, and the DiSC model is not based on any scientific evidence. The entire thing is a giant scam. What I do want to do is extend the discussion about personality tests in general.\nThe core scientific question behind any personality test is this \u2013 is there even such a thing as a personality type? The current best short scientific answer is \u2013 mostly no. But let's get a bit deeper and more nuanced. First we need to distinguish personality traits from personality types. A personality trait is simply a behaviorial tendency that someone has that transcends any particular context and is consistent over long periods of time. Introversion\/extroversion is probably the best established personality trait. The big five personality trait spectra that are the best established and are generally accepted by psychologists are OCEAN \u2013 openness, conscientiousness, extroversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.\nBut we have to acknowledge that these are just cultural and scientific constructs. They are our best attempt at understanding some of the building blocks of personality, but we don't know if they are bedrock, meaning that they are real neurological phenomena. My sense is that introversion\/extroversion probably is a fundamental neurological phenomenon \u2013 one reason for this is that there are known genetic disorders that have extremely consistent extroversion personality traits.\nPublished by Steven Novella under Legal Issues,Science and Medicine,Science Denial\nThis is going to be a long struggle, perhaps endless. Antivaxxers have been around since there have been vaccines, for over two hundred years, so there is no reason to expect they are going anywhere. Rather, we need an equally permanent anti-antivaxxer movement (otherwise known as the skeptical movement).\nAfter the Disneyland measles outbreak, there has been political pressure to push back against antivaxxers and strengthen our vaccine requirements. This resulted, for example, in SB277 in California, a law to remove personal beliefs as a reason for vaccine exemption. The return of measles in the last few years (1,282 cases in 2019 in the US, more than 140,000 worldwide) has fueled similar push back. But the antivaxxers have not taken this lying down. They are now fired up to defend their debunked conspiracy theories and pseudoscience at the expense of public health.\nA recent clash in New Jersey shows the intensity on both sides. Bill S2173 narrowly failed in the senate amid vocal protests by the antivaxxers. The bill would have removed religious exemptions for vaccine requirements for schools and daycare. In order to save the bill, proponents amended it to apply only to public schools, but this only cost more support as some senators correctly pointed out this will only concentrate the unvaccinated in private schools and result in more outbreaks. Proponents of the bill vow to revise it and try again.\nIt's clear that there is now intensity on both sides. One side, however, is completely wrong, something I rarely say but there are issues where this is clearly true. Antivaxxers claim, falsely, that vaccines don't work, they cause more harm than good, they are linked to autism and other serious complications, and even that there is a corporate-government conspiracy to hide these facts. Debunking these claims will take many many articles, but fortunately I and my colleagues have already written them. You can look through here and also here for articles addressing pretty much every antivaxxer claim. But it is an unfortunate reality that there is always an asymmetry in these cases, because it takes much more time and effort to debunk a false claim than to make it in the first place.\nScience communication is an evolving art, backed by some interesting research. However, my overall take on the state of the research is that it is mostly telling us the various ways in which we fail, rather than how to succeed. The latest target if scicomm handwringing is \"consensus messaging.\" How do we, and should we, communicate the scientific consensus to the public?\nThis issue is probably most salient to communication about global warming. Those who deny the scientific consensus on AGW frequently deny that there is a consensus and\/or deny that a scientific consensus is even meaningful. How should we address this situation. In 2018 Russil argued that consensus messaging is generally ineffective. Instead we should focus on the victims of climate change:\n\"If we recognize that climate change danger will be mediated by questions of migration, dislocation and refuge, and if climate change communication abandons the legacy of consensus messaging to involve those affected by danger, how might our work unfold differently?\"\nIt's fine to try new approaches, but my problem with this argument is that essentially nothing works when it comes to changing minds on AGW, and so the fact that any one strategy does not work doesn't really tell us anything about that strategy, or favor any other.\nThe concept of consensus does, in fact, exist in science. I wrote about it previously here and here. If the vast majority of scientists agree on some scientific conclusion, that is a consensus. That much is historically undeniable, so the strategy is often to switch to the position that a consensus is meaningless. That's not how science works. To bolster this position often an example of when a scientific consensus was wrong is brought up. These examples, however, never work to establish the anti-consensus position.\n(Side note: I had a small injury to my dominant index finger which is slowing down my typing considerably. My blog posts may be shorter than usual this week.)\nWhen I was recently in New Zealand and Australia, I tried very hard to get a good look at the Southern sky. It was a lot harder than I thought it would be. Over a period of two weeks I had really one opportunity, and I had to drive 40 minutes out of town to do it. It really drove home for me how bad light pollution has become. Depending on where you live you may spend most of your life unable to see the night sky. A true dark sky experience is also amazing \u2013 only then do most people realize what they are missing.\nWe are now realizing that the ability to see the night sky is a resource, one we did not collectively realize we were sacrificing for the convenience (and even safety) of lighting. No one made this decision, it evolved organically. But now we have to make a risk-reward calculation and decide how best to balance our lighting needs with preserving the dark sky as a natural resource.\nIn 1988 there were 350,000 cases of polio worldwide. Polio is a virus that attacks the nervous system and can cause paralysis. Effective vaccines had already significantly reduced polio cases in developed nations, but it was still a scourge in poor countries. The World Health Organization (WHO) and others formed the Global Polio Eradication Initiative with the goal of eradicating polio from the world by the year 2000. They were partly successful. Their massive vaccine campaigns reduced the number of cases to 719 by 2000, and by a total of 99.99%, to just 33 cases in 2018. But the program failed to completely eradicate polio, and in this case close (while still a great reduction in disease) is not enough.\nPolio is a virus that has the potential to be eradicated, meaning completely eliminated from the world, because there is no non-human reservoir. Other viruses, like ebola, can spread in animals, which makes it impossible to eradicate from the world just by vaccinating humans. So eradicating polio is an achievable goal, and we got real close in 2002. Wild cases of polio were limited to three countries, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. Elimination failed in these countries entirely because of political unrest which itself resulted in anti-vaccine sentiments. The vaccine program was portrayed as a Western conspiracy, reducing compliance.\nSince that time the GPEI has been fighting a somewhat losing battle, unable to snuff out the last embers of polio. Unfortunately, in 2019 the effort has faced it worse year since 2000, because of continued political unrest, but also because biology has simply caught up to the effort. The story is a bit complex, but here is the overview.\nThere are three strains of polio virus, wild type 1, 2, and 3. The primary effort to eradicate polio was through a trivalent live attenuated virus vaccine, one that contains weakened versions of all three polio strains. A live virus vaccine uses viruses that have been genetically gimped, so they can cause a mild infection and strong immunity, but are not virulent enough to cause any disease. There is an advantage and disadvantage to live virus over a killed virus or viral particle vaccine. The live virus in this case causes stronger immunity, enough to fully prevent the shedding and spread of virus. So this is most useful in an eradication campaign, as opposed to simply one trying to minimize disease.\nArguments about which technology is the most energy and carbon efficient over their entire lifetime are good ones to have. This is where the conversation should be focusing, not rehashing questions that are not currently scientifically controversial. But the debate about life cycle efficiency is complex, and often gets abused or misunderstood. We face these questions from biofuels to solar, wind energy, and all-electric vehicles.\nWith regard to electric vehicles, for example, it is not enough that they do not emit carbon from a tailpipe. We have to consider the energy used and carbon released during the entire manufacturing process, including sourcing the raw material. We also need to consider the source of energy used to charge the vehicle, and what happens to the battery at the end of its lifetime. This is a difficult assessment to make, and every study that attempts to do so must make a number of assumptions which affect the outcome.\nThe result is many studies with a range of outcomes based on different techniques and assumptions used. This is a common situation in science, and what is typically done is to look at the full range of study outcomes, which should follow somewhat of a bell curve of results, and see where the peak is. It does not make sense to rely upon individual studies that are out by either tail \u2013 these are literally outliers. So bottom line \u2013 what do these studies show? They indicate that over the entire lifetime of an electric vehicle, under most driving conditions, they produce less carbon than an average gas vehicle, and hover around the efficiency of a gas-electric hybrid. The greatest individual determining variable is the source of the electricity (\"fuel cycle\" in the chart).\nHow do memories work? That has been a burning question for over a century, since Richard Semon introduced the term \"Engram\" in the early 20th century as the fundamental unit of memory in the brain. I should say, that is how long the question existed in its modern neuroscientific form. Thinking about the nature of memory goes back to the early Greek philosophers. In fact we have evidence that they figured out pretty quickly that the brain was central to cognitive function:\nYet an important development in Hellenistic medicine should not remain unmentioned: the discovery, by the Alexandrian anatomists Herophilus and Erasistratus (late fourth\/early third century BCE), of the nervous system, of the central role of the brain in cognition and locomotion and the observation, by Herophilus, of the various ventricles within the brain.\nOf course, the ancient philosophers also thought that we had souls and that memory and thinking were fundamentally a process of the soul. But the soul had to live somewhere in the body, and to interface with the physical body, and early observations suggested it lived in the brain. This debate carried forward to Medieval times. In the time of the great physician, Galen, the primary debate was whether or not the memories of the soul lived in the heart (cardiocentric view) or the brain (encephalocentric view). Galen himself took the encephalocentric view, that memories and reason are in the brain, but felt that other functions, such as emotion, were in the heart. This is a belief that still resonates with our culture today (amazing how persistent ideas can be).\nGolden Rice Approved in Philippines\nThis is a quick follow up in the golden rice story (golden rice is a GM rice with added beta carotene, a precursor to vitamin A). I have written about it here, here, and most recently here. The news is that the Philippines have just approved golden rice as safe for human and animal consumption. The US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand have already approved golden rice, but these approvals were symbolic and none of those countries would actually need to grow it. The Philippines is the first nation that both consumes large amounts of rice and suffers from large numbers of vitamin A deficiency to approve this GM crop, meaning that they intend to actually grow and eat it. There is still one more step before the rice will be grown:\n\"The Philippine Rice Research Institute and the International Rice Research Institute will now carry out taste tests as they seek approval for farmers to grow specific strains commercially.\"\nThis is good news, the approval of golden rice is grinding forward despite dedicated opposition from anti-GMO groups. As I discuss in more detail in the earlier articles, both the opposition and approval are partly because golden rice breaks all the typical anti-GMO propaganda tropes. The rice was developed as a humanitarian project, it's sole purpose is to improve nutrition for the world's poorest children, it will be made available patent and royalty free and without restriction, and it does not involve the use of any pesticides. There is no issue here of farmer sovereignty, corporate profits, or any of the usual nonsense.\nUpdate On Wind Turbines and Birds\nObjective numbers are great for any debate or discussion. They have a way of cutting through all the subjectivity, confirmation bias, and nonsense. I like to say \u2013 you can't argue with the numbers \u2013 but of course, I know that people still do. More importantly, they straight up ignore, deny, or distort the numbers, painting an alternate reality at will. But for those who still care about data and facts, here are some recently updated numbers on bird deaths from various sources.\nThis story is in the news again because Trump recently renewed his attack on wind turbines. Pretty much everything he said was wrong or significantly distorted, as others have pointed out. I want to focus on his previous claim that wind turbines, \"kill all the birds.\" He recently added:\n\"You want to see a bird graveyard? You just go, take a look, a bird graveyard, go under a windmill someday you will see more birds than you ever seen, ever in your life.\"\nThis is, of course, hyperbole, but I don't think that excuses his lack of precision and context. He is making a clear point \u2013 we should oppose wind turbines in part because they cause an unacceptable number of bird deaths. Look at the chart above \u2013 this makes it visually clear that the number of bird deaths from wind turbines does not even register when compared to other sources. It is less than the uncertainty in other sources of bird deaths. In fact, if anything the chart visually underestimates the difference because you can't really even see how small the total from wind turbines is.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Case Name EEOC v. Jackson Paving & Construction EE-AL-0049\nDocket \/ Court 5:00-cv-02708-RRA ( N.D. Ala. )\nState\/Territory Alabama\nCase Type(s) Equal Employment\nSpecial Collection EEOC Study -- in sample\nAttorney Organization EEOC\nEEOC's Birmingham, AL and Washington, DC offices jointly filed this sex discrimination lawsuit against the defendant Jackson Paving and Construction, Inc. in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama on 09\/25\/2000. EEOC alleged that two former female employees were ... read more >\nEEOC's Birmingham, AL and Washington, DC offices jointly filed this sex discrimination lawsuit against the defendant Jackson Paving and Construction, Inc. in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama on 09\/25\/2000. EEOC alleged that two former female employees were subject to sexual harassment and retaliatory discharge. The individual complainants did not intervene or file a separate lawsuit.\nThe parties consented to the case being referred to Magistrate Judge Robert R. Armstrong Jr. for trial. However, the case was resolved by a proposed consent decree before any discovery was conducted. The district court entered a consent judgment on 09\/28\/2001.\nUnder the 1-year consent decree, the defendant agreed to pay the two complainants $9,000 and $1,000 respectively, and provide neutral references for them in the future. Additionally, the defendant was required to post EEO policies and complaint procedure, and provide training to all owners and supervisors.\nJustin Kanter - 07\/09\/2007\nDiscrimination Prohibition\nNeutral\/Positive Reference\nPost\/Distribute Notice of Rights \/ EE Law\nProvide antidiscrimination training\nRetaliation Prohibition\nDiscrimination-area\nDischarge \/ Constructive Discharge \/ Layoff\nHarassment \/ Hostile Work Environment\nDiscrimination-basis\nEEOC-centric\nDirect Suit on Merits\nDisparate Treatment\nEEOC Plaintiff\nCauses of Action Title VII (including PDA), 42 U.S.C. \u00a7 2000e\nDefendant(s) Jackson Paving and Construction, Inc.\nPlaintiff Description Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, on behalf of one or more workers.\nIndexed Lawyer Organizations EEOC\nClass action status sought No\nClass action status granted No\nNature of Relief Damages\nInjunction \/ Injunctive-like Settlement\nN.D. Ala.\n04\/16\/2002 5:00-cv-02708-RRA\nEE-AL-0049-9000.pdf | Detail\nConsent Decree [ECF# 17]\nOrder [ECF# 18]","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Invite Only\nInvite-only events Invited Guests\nGender in Conflict and Security Webinar Series \u2013 Countering Violent Extremism: Making Gender Matter\ncalendar Wednesday, 14 April 2021 Past event clock 17:00 - 18:00 (BST)\nlocationOnline\nDr Elizabeth Pearson, Emily Winterbotham and Dr Katherine Brown discuss their new book on gender in countering violent extremism with Naureen Chowdhury Fink.\nCountering Violent Extremism: Making Gender Matter (published by Palgrave) presents original research on gender and the dynamics of diverse forms of violent extremism and efforts to counter them. Based on focus group and interview research with some 250 participants in Canada, France, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK during 2015 and 2016, the study offers insights from communities affected by radicalisation and violent extremism. It introduces the concept of gendered radicalisation, exploring how the multiple factors of paths to violent extremist groups\u2014social, local, individual and global\u2014can differ for both men and women, and why.\nIn this webinar, Elizabeth, Emily and Katherine discuss their research, the usefulness of their findings for academics and policy-makers as well as some of the challenges and the complexity of looking at CVE programming through a gendered lens.\nDr Elizabeth Pearson is Lecturer at Swansea University and Associate Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute. She specialises in gender in extremism and counter extremism in the UK, Europe and West Africa.\nEmily Winterbotham is Director of the Terrorism and Conflict group at RUSI focusing on extremism and radicalisation, countering violent extremism and peacebuilding. She also has regional expertise in South Asia, particularly in Afghanistan.\nDr Katherine Brown is Senior Lecturer at the University of Birmingham and works on the role of religion and gender in violent extremism and counter extremism.\nThe webinar is chaired by Naureen Chowdhury Fink, Executive Director at The Soufan Center and formerly a Senior Policy Adviser at the UK Mission to the United Nations in New York.\nEmilia Markert","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Home PR\n#BasicHumanity Goes Beyond Nepal: 6 Countries in 7 Languages\nin PR\nAmidst a global pandemic, Outreach Nepal initiated a small gesture to bring forward the simple message of 'empathy'.\nEach of us has experienced how the pandemic has locked us all inside our homes with limited access. In this restriction, we are turning to small happiness within the boundaries of our homes and sharing it with the outside world -be it our family time, cooking, social media challenges \u2013 ranging from the book one has read to the best films we have ever watched. Thanks to technology that is keeping us going.\nIn the meantime, we noticed that there is a popular trend of displaying food preparations on social media, or glimpses of daily menus which are nice, lavish and appetizing cuisine from around the world. But, is this the right time to exhibit such luxuries?\nOutreach Nepal initiated a reminder campaign from Nepal, which requested to stop showcasing our lavish cooking or food we have prepared. The campaign was promoted using #BasicHumanity, which caught attention of our advertising friends across the world.\nThis simple message of 'empathy' has been replicated now in 5 countries (Brazil, China, India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh) beside Nepal and the idea has already been translated into 7 languages.\nThe first country to adapt the idea is Brazil led by Daniel da Hora, Chief Creative Officer, DH, LO Creative Boutique. He reached out to Ujaya, he was moved by the idea. Speaking about the idea, he said, \"The pandemic made us reflect that we, as humanity, are deeply connected to each other. What affects one, affects us all. Besides, the lack of equal opportunities and access to the basics is also a global threat.\" He further added, \"Empathy is when you put yourself on the position of another person. In a times such as this we see so many privileged people sharing their quarantine routine, so full of everything and so easily because of having everything can be a trap in a world so full of inequality.\"\nRashid from Bangladesh, founder of Creoto, who became part of this campaign, applauding our initiative, has stated, \"#ORNKnowledge is a knowledge platform initiated by Outreach Nepal who lifted this campaign to raise empathy in current pandemic situation which is worth to support.\"\nWe were apprehensive that the campaign would receive mixed response, but to our surprise positive support poured in from across the world.Dr. Owen Jia, The President of ECI Awards, has voiced his support through his message: \"In fighting this COVID 19, the common viral enemy of mankind, this movement is very timely, reminding us that human beings must care for each other, help each other and be friendly with each other no matter whatever language, faith and race they belong to.\"This was followed by another international boost from Sri Lanka.\nRohith Hettiaratchi, Director Business Strategy & Planning at Media Factory Pvt. Ltd., Sri Lanka, wrote, \"This campaign opened up the insensitivity of such uploads encouraging people to be more humane.\" He further added, \"The problems are the same across the subcontinent in terms of food availability and scarcity, hence it is very relevant to our market in Sri Lanka.\"\nLastly, the most reassuring note came from the Prof Ujjwal K Chowdhury, Pro Vice Chancellor of Adamas University, India. Prof. Chowdhury penned, \"Many people and professionals think of path-breaking ideas but do not take them beyond the drawing board. Ujaya Shakya and his team behind #BasicHumanity have actually acted on what they have thought of. Social sensitivity and physical distancing in times of pandemic and its aftermath will be hallmark of #BasicHumanity indeed.\"\n\"In the unprecedented situation, there is no better time to reaffirm our humanity and empathy for each other. Unfortunately this outbreak has also led to lot of people cocooning themselves in their own world, where it becomes difficult to see the suffering and desperation of many people who are affected by the virus or affected by the economic devastation. So the need for spreading awareness and reminding each other of the need for empathy is even more. Due to this reason, we supported #BasicHumanity campaign, as it directly speaks of this\", says Protik Basu, Managing Partner, Weaddo based in Gurgoan, India.\nJitendra Gupta, FMCG professional from India reinforces and says that, \"The campaign touches the heart & soul. It is very simple but straight forward to understand & shakes the inner calling of an individual towards his duties for others. This was a great cause for me to get attracted towards and connected with this campaign. \"\nDaniel further emphazies and says, \"It's very clear the campaign is not to make us feel bad about our privileged condition, but to make us think about how, through small practices, we can help.\"\nIn Outreach we believe advertising now has a bigger role to play. And we thought, in these uncertain times, let us be more empathetic, more humane towards the less privileged. Our small initiative is simple, just a reminder of the basic humanity which we all have inside us. This campaign is not meant for those who are actually suffering \u2013 they might have little access to social media in these tormenting times. On the contrary this is meant to sensitize us, the forgetful privileged.\nThe team at Outreach is very happy that people across countries are reacting positively to the message. The new normal will makes it necessary that we have new insights and new visions. And now we know that there cannot be a bigger insight than 'Empathy'.\nTags: #BasicHumanity campaign.#ORNKnowledgeOutreach Nepal\nEnterprise Ireland retains Kaizzen as their PR Agency\nNew Delhi: Kaizzen, India's leading independent Public Relations & Digital Agency has won the PR mandate for Enterprise Ireland, post...\nBrand Sentry wins Public Relations and Digital Marketing Mandate for A Petter Life\nMumbai: Brand Sentry- a full-service Marketing and Communications agency based out of Mumbai has bagged the entire PR and Digital...\nZee Kannada to launch Dance Karnataka Dance for the commoners","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Gertrud & Ad Konings\nCacti have fascinated Gertrud and Ad Konings since they moved to El Paso, Texas, in 1996. A few years later it became more than a fascination and they have traveled extensively throughout the state in order to locate and photograph each and every cactus species in its natural setting. With over nine years of cactus hunting (shooting with a camera exclusively!) under their belt, they are some of the very few people who have seen and photographed each of the 136 species in the wild. Almost all of these species were photographed while in bloom; not a minor achievement when one considers that many species flower for just a single afternoon per year, if at all.\nGertrud Konings has a PhD in biology and teaches at the El Paso Community College. She is the newsletter editor of the El Paso Cactus and Rock Club. Ad Konings is a biologist by profession and specializes in underwater observation and photo- graphy of cichlids (tropical freshwater fish) and has authored more than 20 books relating to these fishes.\nEl Paso Desert homepage About the book Sample pages About the authors\nCopyright\u00a92004-2010 Cichlid Press","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"1 hour ago 2 min read\nHome > News > ICC World Cup 2019: MS Dhoni Will Be My Dream World XI Team Captain \u2013 Harbhajan Singh\nICC World Cup 2019: MS Dhoni Will Be My Dream World XI Team Captain \u2013 Harbhajan Singh\nPrashanth Relangi, 8 months ago 2 min read 661\nPhoto Credit: Getty Images.\nMS Dhoni became the first captain to win the ICC World Cup despite being the host team. Meanwhile, the veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh showers words of praise on the Jharkhand Dynamite by calling him the greatest captain ever to grace the game after Sourav Ganguly.\nIt was quite a journey for Indian National Cricket team under the captaincy of MS Dhoni. They took an act of revenge against Bangladesh in the first game and then thrashed Ireland, Netherlands and Windies before losing to South Africa and drawing a game with England.\nThen they knocked Australians out of the tournament in the knockout game before thrashing Pakistan in the semifinal. In the final, they outsmarted Sri Lankan side, courtesy an incredible knock from MS Dhoni and the blistering 99 from Gambhir.\nNo doubt, My captain is MS Dhoni \u2013 Harbhajan Singh\nHe once again led the team in 2015, which took place in Australia and New Zealand. This time, he led India like a champion in the league stage and in the quarterfinal before losing to Australia in the semifinal of the tournament.\n\"No doubt, my captain is MS Dhoni. After Sourav Ganguly, if the world has seen a better captain, it has to be MS Dhoni. Even in the present scenario, there is not a smarter captain than him. I have played with him at Chennai Super Kings for the last two years,\" Harbhajan Singh said.\nMahendra Singh Dhoni is 10 steps ahead:\nFurther, he went on to add saying that there is no current skipper, who can come close to his captaincy tactics. Harbhajan Singh believes that MS Dhoni will be 10 steps ahead of the opposition skipper during the course of the game.\n\"There is no one in world cricket right now who can match MS Dhoni when it comes to game awareness. People say a captain has to be 2 steps ahead of his opposition. MS Dhoni is 10 steps ahead,\" Harbhajan Singh said at India Today's Salaam Cricket conclave 2019.\nHowever, he hasn't revealed his full playing XI. Recently, Harbhajan Singh played a vital part in seeing Chennai Super Kings reaching the finals of the Indian Premier League 2019. Meanwhile, MS Dhoni will be in the action when the Indian team takes on South Africa on June 5th.\nTags #Harbhajan Singh #Mahendra Singh Dhoni\nJurgen Klopp Set To Be Offered New Contract By Liverpool\nWWE Raw Preview (03\/06\/19): The Undertaker, Stephanie McMahon-Brock Lesnar, Super Showdown\nWe will look to win the match if given a chance: R Ashwin\nEditor Sportzwiki, 5 years ago 2 min read\nPietersen desperate to be back in the English setup\nKrishna Chopra, 5 years ago 2 min read\nArafat Sunny In Trouble Again, Accused In Repression Case By Woman\nGautam Sodhi, 3 years ago 1 min read\nPacer Avesh Khan stars in India U-19's win over Bangladesh\nIPL captains reach Chennai to sign 'fair play' pledge\nJalaluddin Sarkar, 10 months ago 2 min read\n5 Players who can possible take over the Orange\/Purple cap in today's match\nMohit Camma, 6 years ago 3 min read\nSANDIPAN GHOSH, 1 hour ago","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Tata's governance is still faulty\nThe group has finally ejected the ex-boss who has been a thorn in its side\nBusinessFeb 9th 2017 edition\nPROFIT is to good corporate governance what tides are to swimming trunks: when the former is high, absence of the latter tends to go unnoticed. The ebbing of profits at Tata, India's largest conglomerate, in recent years has prompted a power struggle that in turn has exposed the often dysfunctional relationship between several dozen businesses, holding companies, people and charities that use the Tata name. The struggle is now over: on February 6th, Cyrus Mistry, Tata's boss until last October (pictured on next page, on the right) was finally booted out of the company. Natarajan Chandrasekaran (on the left), the boss of one of the group's key operating firms, Tata Consultancy Services, takes over as chairman on February 21st.\nExecutives at the 149-year-old group hope that will close a grim chapter in its history. Mr Mistry, whose family owns an 18% stake in Tata Sons, the main holding company, which is unlisted, reacted badly to being evicted as its chairman last year. The move to oust him was set in motion by Ratan Tata, the group's 79-year old patriarch (and Mr Mistry's interim successor). During Mr Mistry's reign, Mr Tata had remained at the helm of the Tata Trusts, charities that control 66% of Tata Sons.\nFor months, Mr Mistry refused to step down from chairing the boards of listed Tata firms, such as Tata Steel or Tata Motors (owner of Jaguar Land Rover), which the group effectively controls but in which Tata Sons typically owns a 30% stake (see chart). The very last board he clung on to, that of Tata Sons itself, is rid of him as of this week.\nBefore leaving he made all manner of claims of financial and corporate-governance impropriety at Tata. Regulators are said to be looking into some of them; Tata denies them all. But in the hundreds of pages of affidavits filed in various tribunals by both sides, and seen by The Economist, a recurring theme emerges, that the relationships between the Trusts, Tata Sons and Tata companies are governed primarily by personal relationships and deference to tradition. There is little sense that things are going to change. The hope seems to be that Mr Chandrasekaran can grow profits again and put such problems out of mind.\nMr Mistry's most striking claim is about the current board of directors of Tata Sons. It is arguably India's most august corporate body\u2014directors include the dean of Harvard Business School (HBS), a former Indian defence secretary and several respected industrialists. Mr Mistry contends that it is little more than a rubber stamp for decisions made by the Trusts, ie, by Mr Tata. A change to the articles of association of Tata Sons in 2014 gave the Trusts more access to information across the entire group. The Trusts already had the ability to influence decisions by nominating a third of the Tata Sons board. Acting together, those directors can veto the entire board's decisions.\nThe ousted man says Mr Tata ramped up meddling into the activities of both Tata Sons and some operating firms, aided by a roster of long-retired executives who serve as Tata trustees. This view is backed by the Tata Group's top lawyer, who in January 2016 wrote that if internal documents were somehow leaked to the media, they would \"project to the external world that the Trusts are controlling our empire, and Tata Sons board is more a dummy.\"\nA lack of clarity over what authority the Trusts have in relation to Tata Sons, and vice versa, was also acknowledged in internal e-mails by Nitin Nohria, the dean of HBS, who has served on the Tata Sons board as a Tata Trusts appointee since September 2013. Some governance experts have criticised his position there, because the Trusts and some group firms made a $50m gift to HBS to fund a building that was named in Mr Tata's honour. Mr Nohria wrote in court documents that neither the donation, arranged shortly before he became dean in 2010, nor the fact that he was appointed by the Trusts, should mean that he is not acting in the interest of Tata Sons.\nThe main corporate-governance problem is that the interests of minority shareholders, whether they are invested in Tata Sons or in the various operating companies, risk being trampled over if unaccountable trustees are ruling the roost. But at the level of the businesses, improvised governance processes also slowed down decision-making to a crawl. Turf battles created confusion among executives as to who was in charge.\nMr Tata, in the legal filings, says it is untrue that the Trusts call the shots: he merely gave his advice when asked to, and infrequently at that. Other trustees say they chipped in recommendations to Tata companies on important matters in a personal capacity. On behalf of the Trusts, they merely sought better visibility into what money the charities might receive as dividends from Tata Sons.\nYet at least one internal letter from Mr Tata suggests that he clearly expected the directors nominated by the Trusts to convey the Trusts' views to the Tata Sons board rather than exercise their own judgment. In one instance, in June 2016, two directors nominated by the Trusts left a Tata Sons board meeting for nearly an hour to confer with Mr Tata. Mr Mistry says this proves Mr Tata controlled the board; both directors have said that the matter discussed was trivial.\nIn India, \"good corporate governance\" is often used as a euphemism for \"not being crooked\". By that standard, Tata still does well. Yet the manner in which Mr Mistry was defenestrated has raised eyebrows in Mumbai's business community. On Mr Tata's recommendation, the Tata Sons board was suddenly increased in size from six to nine directors just weeks before it voted to oust the chairman, which helped secure Mr Mistry's dismissal.\nTata insiders who reckon the crisis that befell them was purely driven by lacklustre profitability are misguided. The poor governance that goes with the group's Byzantine, multi-layered structure contributed to those low profits as well as to the bruising power struggle of recent months. Will Mr Chandrasekaran have the skill or the mandate to simplify the group's structure and rein in the influence of Tata Trusts? Although Mr Tata will leave the board of Tata Sons later this month, he shows little sign of retiring from his job as the chairman of the Trusts. But Mr Chandrasekaran's allies say in private that he has one huge advantage: having fired one successor, Mr Tata knows he cannot sack another without further damaging his legacy.\nThis article appeared in the Business section of the print edition under the headline \"Tata's governance is still faulty\"","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Nano Lab\nin parvitate immensitas\nFederico Rosei\nCharacterization Services\nMaryam Ebrahimi\nmaryam.ebrahimi@emt.inrs.ca\nI graduated for my B.Sc. in Pure Chemistry from the University of Tehran, and M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry from Bahonar University of Kerman, both in Iran. Afterwards, I continued my education at the University of Waterloo, where I completed my PhD in Physical Chemistry in the area of surface science in 2009. My research was focused on the reactions of several organic molecules with Si(100)-2\u00d71 and Si(111)-7\u00d77 as the foundation for making materials for molecular electronics.\nI continued my research as a Postdoctoral Fellow in the prominent group of Nobel Laureate Professor John C. Polanyi at the University of Toronto. In Polanyi's laboratory, I studied the kinetics and reaction dynamics of hydrogen halides and haloalkanes on Si(100)-2\u00d71 and Si(111)-7\u00d77. My research was inspired by the nature of the molecules and surface, and the applied conditions to build \"bottom-up\" nanostructured materials \u2212 containing atomic and molecular pattern with well-defined electronic properties.\nIn 2011, I joined the University of California at Riverside, as a Postdoctoral Research Scholar, where I worked on the kinetics of the catalytic hydrogenation of hydrocarbons on platinum surface. By bridging the \"pressure gap\" between ultra-high vacuum (UHV) and high-pressure chemistry, I achieved the very first steady-state catalytic reactions with high reaction yield inside UHV. This study provides a fundamental platform to understand the mechanism of the reactions in \"real\" catalysis in comparison with \"model\" studies.\nIn my current position as a Research Associate at INRS, I supervise the surface science subgroup of Professor Federico Rosei. The motivation of our research is to design and form two-dimensional (2D) materials for various applications. Our research is based on the molecular level understanding of surface phenomena to make self-assembled molecular networks (SAMNs), covalent organic frameworks (COFs), or 2D conjugated polymers on different surfaces such as Au(111), Ag(111), Cu(111), and HOPG. We use Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (STM), X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), and other surface characterization techniques, together with Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations to provide a molecular level understanding of the interactions and reactions at surfaces.\nA very short description of our projects is:\nTwo-dimensional (2D) conjugated polymers on metal surfaces: The growing interest in nanostructured materials stems from the remarkable effects arising from dimension reduction. As the only 2D conjugated material, graphene has unique properties such as high charge mobility; however, its zero band gap limits its applications in electronics. On the other hand, the flexibility of organic synthesis offers a broad playground to create organic analogues of graphene with high charge mobility and tunable band gap. Therefore, 2D p-conjugated polymers are good candidates to make \"bottom-up\" materials for smaller and faster transistors and organic electronic devices.\nSelf-assembled molecular networks (SAMNs): The interactions between molecule and substrate in addition to intermolecular interactions including van der Waals interactions and hydrogen bonding altogether is driving force for the formation of surface confined SAMNs.\nCovalent Organic Framework (COF) for Host\/Guest material: These materials might find useful for host\/guest architectures because they provide a novel route towards porous materials for applications in molecular recognition, catalysis, gas storage and separation.\nCan 100% renewable energy power the world?\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=RnvCbquYeIM","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"June 14, 2021 November 13, 2021 Teresabiblical justice, Christianity, critical race theory, critical theory, culture, equity, existentialism, ibram x kendi, incompatible, john piper, justice, kimberle crenshaw, neil shenvi, robin diangelo, social justice, tim kellerLeave a comment\nWhat is justice and what tools can we use to achieve it? Understanding justice involves a set of philosophical beliefs about 1. human nature and purpose 2. morality, and 3. practical rationality\u2014how we know things and justify true beliefs. There are 3 sources for truth depending on what school of thought you follow: God (theological worldview), human reason (enlightenment worldview), sentiment-morality (post-modern worldview).\nCritical Theory, and the study Critical Race Theory under that school of thought (henceforth CRT), is not only theoretical; it is not just an academic curriculum. CRT is a worldview. Meaning it is an overarching narrative by which we interpret all of reality. 'Social justice' or 'equity' is used as shorthand to express commitment to critical theory. As we will see, CRT is incompatible with another worldview: Christianity. There are a number of premises that a Christian worldview asserts that I will explain and a number of premises that CRT asserts conversely.\nFirst, Imago Dei. We are primarily made in the image of God. This identity marker underpins all of Christian ethics. Human beings, whether male or female, black or white, young or old, are made in the image of God and thus possess equal value and dignity regardless of race, gender or status. And not only that, the Christian identity is wholly found in God's definition of us. We do not essentially define who we are. Who we are is designed by His Word and we become who we are meant to be by Him.\n\"We do not have ultimate self-determination. God decides what is true, not we; God decides what is right, not we; and if we are saved from sin it will be God who saves us, not we ourselves.\"\n-Theologian John Piper\nBut CRT posits that there isn't unity in our humanity. In fact, the expression 'we're all human' is considered covert racism. And, conversely, under CRT, we are not essentially individuals either. Rather, we are united in our self-defined identity groups of those in the margins being oppressed by those who are dominant, those who are supreme. Under CRT, God and His word are not supreme. It is, rather, a people's will to power that is supreme.\nSecond, the Bible is God's Word. Christians believe that the Bible is inerrant and infallible. This is antithesis to the CRT belief in 'lived experiences' and personal 'storytelling' rather than objective, absolute and authoritative truth. CRT believes that Biblical authority doesn't exist and that any group whose doctrine dictates human identity and ethics is a power grab to dominate and therefore oppress people. For example, the Bible was only written by men therefore its authority is considered intrinsically oppressive. Under CRT, God and His Word doesn't define who you are, you do. Through the Bible Christians believe in objective, absolute truth and not moral relativism. Christians do not believe a value or truth claim is intrinsically wrong just because a dominant group holds them. Value claims are intrinsically evil if they rebel against God's Word.\nThird, sin. According to the bible, human beings are united in their rebellion against God. Sin infects us all universally. Every culture comes with particular sinful idolatries. No race or people group is inherently more sinful than others. But if the moral stake is not human beings in rebellion against God but rather identity groups in rebellion against oppressors as CRT posits then it undercuts the primacy of God and our existential relationship with Him. And it undercuts the unity we all have as sin-saturated, fallen, human beings.\nAs Theologian Tim Keller said, CRT:\n\"offers a highly self-righteous 'performative' identity. The Christian identity is received from God's gracious hands, not achieved by our actions\u2014we are loved absolutely apart from our performance. Contrarily, this view (CRT) provides two kinds of identity that are highly perfomative: either being a member of an oppressed group fighting for justice or a white anti-racist ally. Both identities\u2014like all other identities not based in Christ\u2014can produce anxiety because of the need to prove oneself sufficiently justice-oriented. The secure identity of Christians does not require shaming, othering, and denouncing (which is always a part of a highly performative identity)\". Keller goes on to say, CRT \"sees all injustice as happening on a human level and so demonizes human beings rather than recognizing evil forces\u2013\"the world, the flesh, and the devil\"\u2013at work through all human life, including your own.\"\nFourth, liberation through redemption. CRT believes we have solidarity in our identity groups as they relate to power structures while Christianity believes we have solidarity in redemption as we relate to our Savior. The Bible says that for Christians, the divisions between male and female, Jew and Greek, slave and free are all broken down. These differences are not erased but they are demoted in importance. The good news is all Christians share equal access to God and equal standing before Him regardless of race, gender and status.\nFifth, authority and hierarchy. CRT sees power as intrinsically evil and hierarchy as oppressive but the Bible sees the abuse of power as evil. As for hierarchy, the bible commands us to submit to our parents, to submit to our political leaders, to submit to our church leaders and- ultimately- to submit to God.\nCRT has three assumptions that form its worldview:\n\u2022 self-deification (my sovereign will decides)\n\u2022 self-determination (I will decide my own truth and my own morality without deference to any authority outside myself because absolute truth is a tool for oppression)\n\u2022 self-definition (I will define my own essential identity)\nWith these assumptions each person finds unity in intersectional people groups seeking liberation from dominant authority (oppressors).\nWhereas, Christians have these alternate assumptions:\n\u2022 God is deity (He decides)\n\u2022 God determines truth and morality\n\u2022 God defines our essential identity\nWith these assumptions each person finds unity in our shared humanity, our shared corruption and by our shared redemption through our Savior.\nWhile CRT posits liberation from oppression the bible posits liberation through redemption. While CRT posits liberation from dominant authority the bible posits submission to the ultimate authority. While CRT posits man-made identity. The bible posits God-designed identity. While CRT posits power as the ultimate existential force at work in our lives the bible posits corporate sin, individual sin and demonic sin but also love, humility, graciousness, forgiveness and salvation as the ultimate existential forces at work in our lives.\nThis is the blunt conclusion. Inside CRT, God is small and negligible.\n\"Biblical justice is more penetrating in its analysis of the human condition, seeing injustice stemming from a more complex set of causes\u2014social, individual, environmental, spiritual\u2014than any other theory addresses. Biblical justice provides a unique understanding of the character of wealth and ownership that does not fit into either modern categories of capitalism or socialism. Biblical justice has built-in safeguards against domination. As we have seen, to have a coherent theory of justice, there must be the affirmation of moral absolutes that are universal and true for all cultures. Without appealing to some kind of transcendent universal truth and morality, there is no way to further justice. Christianity does not claim to explain all reality. There is an enormous amount of mystery \u2013 things we are simply not told. We are not given any 'theory of everything' that can explain things in terms of evolutionary biology or social forces. Reality and people are complex and at bottom mysterious. Christianity does not claim that if our agenda is followed most of our problems will be fixed. Meta-narratives have a \"we are the Saviors\" complex. Christians believe that we can fight for justice in the knowledge that eventually God will put all things right, but until then we can never expect to fully fix the world. Christianity is not utopian. Finally, the storyline of the whole Bible is God's repeated identification with the wretched, powerless, and marginalized. The central story of the Old Testament is liberation of slaves from captivity. Over and over in the Bible, God's deliverers are usually racial and social outsiders, people seen to be weak and rejected in the eyes of the power elites of the world.\"\n-Theologian Tim Keller\nBiblical justice includes impartiality or universality. Truth and value applies universally to everyone. CRT inherently does not. Marginalized identity groups are more true and more valuable than dominant identity groups and each marginalized identity group has exclusive access to their own truth that a dominant group is refused access to also known as 'standpoint epistemology'. Biblical justice includes retribution or punitive punishment and judgement. Because human beings are so valuable, Imago Dei, we are served our just deserts. God's moral commandments are universally binding on all human beings therefore Biblical justice includes impartial punishment for sin.\nInsofar as we accept the claims of Christianity, we'll have to deny the claims of critical theory. We can't accept both.\nWhat are some Biblical resources for social justice?\nTim Keller's Justice in the bible\nJohn Piper's critical race theory part one and part two.\nHere is a response to John Pipers essay from Christian apologist Neil Shenvi.\nHere is a link to all of Neil Shenvi's critical theory work. The man has been remarkably thorough.\nHere is a crash course from Shenvi and especially his advice for dialogue.\nSome recommended reading to study critical theory:\nDerrick Bell: Race, Racism And American Law\nKimberle Crenshaw: Critical Race Theory\nIbram X Kendi: Stamped From The Beginning\nIbram X Kendi: How To Be An Antiracist\nRobin DiAngelo: White Fragility\nRobin Di Angelo: Is Everyone Really Equal\nRichard Delgado: Critical Race Theory\nJuly 20, 2020 September 13, 2020 Teresaanger, bitterness, CDC, Christianity, church, Coronavirus, Covid, culture, dad, death, dying, Family, Fauci, freedom, God, home, justice, life, losing a loved one, loss, Love, Osterholm, philosophy, politics, principles, restrictions, self-pity, selfishness, time, WHOLeave a comment\nIt's July 20th, 2020 and I'm trying to think of a word that encompasses what the last 4 months have been like for me, what it's been like for everyone in their own way. I haven't met a person yet that hasn't had to ride the pandemic wave (or is it a burn?) without some other personal deprivation taking passenger seat in this wreck. Whether it's not being able to gather for worship or participate in the sacrament of Eucharist, having to postpone your scheduled wedding, having the unmediated care removed from your prenatal care and birth, not being able to have the support of family after suffering a heart attack.\nDemon. Maybe that's the word.\nOn March 16th I had been back to work for 9 months since giving birth to my son Wyatt and taking maternity leave. 2019 saw a financial setback since I don't get paid leave but we planned for it so we would be ok with one lagging year. By the beginning of March the US had been growing worried about the coronavirus Covid-19. It had swept China, Italy, more of Europe and was starting to become a tenable fear. March 11th WHO declared Covid a pandemic. March 16th Governor Walz (and Governors of all the other states) announced the closure of 11% of the labor force in Minnesota. In two weeks a record one-third of a million workers filed for unemployment insurance. When I went to work that Monday the language was unclear and I still didn't know whether my industry was supposed to be furloughed. At 8 pm that night I received word that I am not allowed to go to work anymore. The furlough was in effect until March 27th. I had to scramble to get my personal belongings from my workplace. How was I going to pay for daycare? How could I take my kids out and maintain their spot? It was a two week increment that left things unsteady and unknown, not enough time to make any big decisions because potentially I was back to work March 30th. Little did I know these small increments would expand to just less than 3 months. I immediately applied for UI. I had worked since I was 15 and had never been on UI before. I was a novice. Turns out I ticked a wrong box and was sent into an administrative Bermuda triangle. I was told my employers HR could not help me. I called the UI phone number relentlessly. At this point I have my kids home with me, I took them out of daycare as we all got our bearings. I'll never forget those phone calls to UI. I would be on hold for 3 hours everyday only to have my call disconnected. My 3 and 1 year olds would be tearing into something or getting hurt or screaming or crying while I'm waiting to have word about the money that will pay our bills which is less than half of ones income if you didn't know. For 17 days my UI was stalled. I didn't know if it would ever come. I was hurtling, sanity first, into despair. I could not believe what was yanked out from under me and was still learning what the potency of this virus is. I was a puddle of mixed emotions. Disbelief, despair, fear, anger and I was forced to depend on an institution that was unreachable, that doesn't know me, for whom I am an abstraction, a number, a case. I'm not even the worst of it though. In Washington State my sister was denied UI for 8 weeks. You see, out there they paid out $650 million in fraud to hackers armed with people's data from previous breaches. In order to rein in the deficit they halted all eligible claims, income that people desperately needed NOW. It was starting to feel like we're a cat's plaything. To their credit, I can't imagine being the \"one in charge\" of all of this. Obviously no choices were easy and that's simply what they were, choices. Choices based on the expert's best predictions and guesses. I studied the experts findings too. After all, these guys were informing the policy makers. I subscribed to podcasts, I would spend 6 hours a day watching the news, I logged into CIDRAP to study the studies. This is what led to the country boiling over, the experts didn't agree. Dr. Osterholm disagreed with his colleagues at WHO and the CDC had a different opinion than Osterholm and\u2026Fauci\u2026well, the opinion was evolving and the evolution was impacting peoples lives in substantive ways. Osterholm admits that there is still so much they don't know about Covid-19. He also admits that the policy makers have to consider the culture with which they're imposing restrictions. What type of mores and expectations do Americans have? He also admits he saw his grandkids for Fathers Day.\nThis last point makes me feel really slighted. The last time I saw my dad was Christmas and I regret never getting a picture of him with 9 month old Wyatt. In fact I never got a picture of him with Wyatt at all. I thought I had time.\nI didn't get to see my dad in March for Wyatt's first birthday because of Covid. I didn't get to see my dad for Fathers Day because of Covid. I didn't get to see my dad at the hospital in May after a heart attack because of Covid. I didn't get to see my dad at home while he was, as I was told, recovering because of Covid. Then in June my mom is hospitalized and I don't get to support her at the hospital because of Covid. Both my parents NEED advocates. The telephone game is not enough.\nI thought my dad was recovering and he was actually dying.\nI desperately wanted to see him but was told it is too risky because of Covid. I wish I would have trusted my gut and saw him anyway. My sister from Washington State had come in town to help care for our mom and she made a date to see my dad on Saturday July 11th. I have to admit I was jealous. I had wanted so badly to visit him during this Covid-demon. During their lunch he was in a real bad way. He struggled to catch his breath, he was literally freezing to death. On the drive home he died in the car. The day I was told the news of his passing, I had been running through the sprinkler with my kids and we were just putting kabobs on the grill. At least during the pandemic-demon there was summer and outside. While I was running through a sprinkler my dad was in the throes of losing his life. I got the phone call and was in disbelief again. Four months ago it was the loss of my livelihood. Now it's the loss of my dad. I picked up my sister and drove an hour up to Cambridge, MN to view him one last time, to view him for the first time since Christmas. He was lying on a hospital bed with his feet relaxed to the side, shoes still on. I scooted a chair across the floor to his bedside and told myself \"shh\", he's only sleeping right? Overwhelming disbelief. I took my mask off and looked down on his face. The Covid-demon didn't matter anymore. It had infected my life without infecting me and now he's gone. Not from Covid but from regular sicknesses that have been taking people's lives since the beginning of time. Death is a sure thing that no amount of safety will prevent. Safety may flatten the curve but what it did for me was keep me from the things I call life. It kept me from doing what I know in my heart is best. We're all trying to do what is best for each of us and that is an individual thing. Someone else's Covid story involves losing their dad to the devastating effects of Covid itself. Ironically my dad didn't die of Covid but he died gasping for breath nonetheless.\nCovid didn't take time off even after my dads death. We were told by the funeral director that we could not publish the date and time of his memorial service for fear of attracting a large number of loved ones which would make impossible social distancing. We had seen a very large, public, indoor funeral for a person that lost his life on May 25th, hundreds, thousands in attendance, and I wondered doesn't my dad who is also a valuable child of God deserve a memorial with ALL his loved ones who wish to be there? In our grief we pressed our foot down and the funeral home relented. His memorial took place in the Rice St. neighborhood he had carved a life in and at the church he went to school. During the Lords Prayer, with the doors open in the back on a hot sunny day, his biker buddy cranked the throttle on his Harley Davidson and I literally imagined my dad's soul joining his Maker on the highway to heaven. The day moved me. You always imagine how losing someone will affect you, at least I do, but it's out of your control. My body just wept and I couldn't stop it. I think it was the mounting pressures and mixed emotions these last four months had burdened me with. This force, like a herd of bison, trampled over me. It had tarnished friendships, it had deflated my spirit, it had made me question how courageous would I be if everything was taken from me? Would my gaze be toward the Lord? This Covid-demon had shone me for who I really am.\nWeak.\nBy weak I mean I have the same nature affliction that John Piper describes going to battle with here. Selfishness, self-pity, blame, anger and sullenness. The Covid deprivation made me realize how dependent I am on the things of this world. Niceties, comforts, property, ownership, self-sovereignty, freedom, the company of other people. And how much I failed to lean into the cross. For too long, deprivation ruined me, reduced me, and laid bare my faults. And this was just the deprivation of American freedoms. What if it wasn't just a deprivation but a brutality? What if I was a number in a concentration camp? Oh how weak I'd be! My mind knows that the things of this world are temporal but my desires cling to them as if life itself is only the things of this world. But life is full of the glories of God. Glory that is attainable even in earthly deprivation. With the loss of my dad under the banner of Covid I am going to battle with my faults again, may my soul prevail over my flesh.\nMemorial Weekend 1979 (my age, 38 yrs old)- cabin\nWhen I think of everything my dad had lived through in his life from 1939-2020 I imagine all the major challenges and frights and losses he had and yet he never despaired. He seized the day as the old trope says. He really did.\nMay God equip me with courage, resilience and hope when everything is taken from us except our life and even when that last vestige of property is taken from us as well may we find peace in knowing we have our eternal Father who breathed into us the breath of life, found value in our existence and welcomes us back home.\nOne last immortal post script for my father:\nMy dad, Dale, was 42 when I was born, the last chance for a boy out of a handful of girls. God gave him one more girl- Teresa Dale. For the formative part of my life he was an excellent provider. Oil changes, boot-strap perseverance, livelihood for the family, a strong blue collar work ethic. I love him for that. But for the last decade he let us glimpse his vulnerability, hugs and \"I love you's\" became important, timely. He's always been so strong but this was a new strength- tenderness, graciousness, calm. The kind of resolve a man gets when he's focusing his life on what matters. What it made clear to me is that I was just getting to know him. All his life his animated stories had outsized him and now I was meeting the man the legends are about. A man of nine lives. A man who should have written a book. A person, a soul. A father who always loved his daughters, even that one four decades younger than him. A man who dedicated himself to the honor of those he loved. A man who loved life.\nHe was proud of us four strong women, all girls, which is just what he needed. And even though I was just getting to know him I am assured that he lived a full life and that he loved us.\nWe love you dad.\nMarch 5, 2020 March 5, 2020 TeresaAnders Breivik, C.S. Lewis, capital punishment, death penalty, execution, justice, retribution, retributive justice, revenge, sentencing, vengeanceLeave a comment\nI'm going to make a case as to how the death penalty is the only moral response to certain highhanded crimes, how the death penalty upholds human dignity and how the death penalty is indeed prolife.\nIt is thought by the anti folks that punishing a deserving man with the death penalty is mere revenge and therefore cruel but a man, even a criminal, has a right to his just deserts, no more, no less. When the punishment doesn't fit the crime then the criminal in a mere subject that the justice system tinkers with in its own subjective pursuit. As C.S. Lewis says, this humanitarian theory removes from punishment the concept of desert and the concept of desert is the only connecting link between punishment and justice. It is only as deserved or undeserved that a punishment can be just or unjust.\nNext I will enumerate popular arguments and rebuttals to those arguments.\nThe Risk Of Executing The Innocent\nImprisoning innocent people is also wrong, but we cannot empty the prisons because of that minimal risk. If improvements are needed in the system of representation, or in the use of scientific evidence such as DNA testing, then those reforms should be instituted. However, the need for reform is not a reason to abolish the death penalty. Besides, many of the claims of innocence by those who have been released from death row are actually based on legal technicalities. Just because someone's conviction is overturned years later and the prosecutor decides not to retry him, does not mean he is actually innocent. If it can be shown that someone is innocent, surely a governor would grant clemency and spare the person. Given our thorough system of appeals through numerous state and federal courts, the execution of an innocent individual today is almost impossible. Our present system of capital punishment limits the ultimate penalty to certain specifically defined crimes and even then, permits the penalty of death only when the jury finds that the aggravating circumstances in the case outweigh all mitigating circumstances. The system further provides judicial review of capital cases. Finally, before capital sentences are carried out, the governor or other executive official will review the sentence to insure that it is a just one, a determination that undoubtedly considers the evidence of the condemned defendant's guilt. Once all of those decision makers have agreed that a death sentence is appropriate, innocent lives would be lost from failure to impose the sentence. Capital sentences, when carried out, save innocent lives by permanently incapacitating murderers. Some persons who commit capital homicide will slay other innocent persons if given the opportunity to do so. The death penalty is the most effective means of preventing such killers from repeating their crimes. The next most serious penalty, life imprisonment without possibility of parole, prevents murderers from committing some crimes but does not prevent them from murdering in prison.\nThe mistaken release of guilty murderers should be of far greater concern than the speculative and virtually nonexistent risk of the mistaken execution of an innocent person.\nThe Death Penalty Is Racist And Is Applied Arbitrarily\nWhile it is true that it is mostly white victims that place murderers on death row (75% of death row inmates killed a white victim). More whites than blacks are executed (56% whites, 34% blacks). While most murderer-victim pairings are same race, whites kill whites, blacks kill blacks, white victims will land a murderer on death row more often than black victims even though 52% of homicides are black victims and 43% of homicides are white victims. It's also evident that sentencing is arbitrarily handed down. Meaning one case will get the death penalty and a seemingly similar case will get life in prison. The overarching thesis is that the application of the death penalty is unfair.\nDiscretion has always been an essential part of our system of justice. No one expects the prosecutor to pursue every possible offense or punishment, nor do we expect the same sentence to be imposed just because two crimes appear similar. Each crime is unique, both because the circumstances of each victim are different and because each defendant is different. The U.S. Supreme Court has held that a mandatory death penalty, which applied to everyone convicted of first-degree murder, would be unconstitutional. Hence, we must give prosecutors and juries some discretion. In practice, the death penalty does not single out the worst offenders. Rather, it selects an arbitrary group based on such irrational factors as the quality of the defense counsel, the county in which the crime was committed, or the race of the defendant or victim. Almost all defendants facing the death penalty cannot afford their own attorney. Hence, they are dependent on the quality of the lawyers assigned by the state, many of whom lack experience in capital cases or are so underpaid that they fail to investigate the case properly. A poorly represented defendant is much more likely to be convicted and given a death sentence. Even if the death penalty punishes some while sparing others, it does not follow that everyone should be spared. The guilty should still be punished appropriately, even if some do escape proper punishment unfairly. The death penalty should apply to killers of black people as well as to killers of whites. High paid, skillful lawyers should not be able to get some defendants off on technicalities. The existence of some systemic problems is no reason to abandon the whole death penalty system. After all there are systemic problems with imprisoning people as well. Should we empty the prisons? No. We maintain a justice system even while there are systemic flaws.\nIt Should Not Be Within Mans Power To Take A Life\nWhy should it be within mans power to mandate life imprisonment? Or mandate treatment? Or mandate anything?\nVictims have the right to punish wrongdoers and the reasons for creating a state include reasons for potential victims to transfer that right to the state and avoid the chaos and vengeance of vigilante justice. After all, retributive justice is not revenge because it hands a criminal his just deserts whereas revenge, propelled by emotion, is not concerned with giving a criminal no more than what is just, revenge is concerned with satisfying the rage.\nBecause we have a system of justice in our society that is based on the inalienable view that all people are made in the image of God and endowed with human dignity we correct misbalances and it is right to do so as long as the punishment matches the crime.\nMan Shouldn't Play God\nSee my post here.\nThe Death Penalty Is Cruel And Unusual\nWhen someone takes a life, the balance of justice is disturbed. Unless that balance is restored, society succumbs to a rule of violence. Only the taking of the murderer's life restores the balance and allows society to show convincingly that murder is an intolerable crime that will be punished in kind. For the most cruel and heinous crimes, the ones for which the death penalty is applied, offenders deserve the worst punishment under our system of law, and that is the death penalty. Any lesser punishment would undermine the value society places on protecting lives and life in general.\nIn 2011 Anders Breivik killed 77 people, mostly children, the largest mass shooting in modern history. He was deemed sane and sentenced to serve 21 years in prison \"in a three-cell suite of rooms equipped with exercise equipment, a television and a laptop.\" That's 100 days of posh prison time for each person he murdered, with a legal release possible at age 53. After his 21-year smack-on-the-hand for killing 77 people, Breivik could be kept there indefinitely by judges adding a succession of five-year extensions. This is thought of as the more humane punishment for murderers in contrast to the US whose criminal justice system is thought of as \"cruelly punitive\".\nWhat's ironic is that Norway's humanitarian theory is cruel and unusual because it removes just deserts from punishment and imposes therapeutic means of punishment that is subjectively devised and handed down. If it's up to judge's subjective therapy then should it not be in the hands of experts? After all we're talking about prescriptions, not just deserts. The Humanitarian theory, then, removes sentences from the hands of jurists whom the public conscience is entitled to criticize and places them in the hands of technical experts whose special sciences do not even employ such categories as rights or justice. If a criminal's sentence does not have to accord with what he deserves, it does not have to be just. At that point we are all at the mercy of those who are in power to call anything we do a crime and give it any therapeutic or remedial solution they choose, including gas chambers and medical alterations.\nAt each appeal Breivik will be assessed by a panel that will take no note of just deserts, they will solely ponder him- is he remorseful, is he rehabilitated, is he no longer a threat? 77 dead children won't even exist in the periphery, only two subjects- the moods of the panel and the sales pitch of the murderer.\nWrongdoers have a \"right to be punished\" such that not punishing them with just deserts wrongs them. What is meant is that wrongdoers have the right to be treated as the kind of being who can be held responsible and punished, rather than as sick or dangerous beasts. It is more respectful of normal humans to treat them as beings with the kind of dignity that comes with being responsible for their choices than not. Treating normal humans as merely more or less dangerous animals, whose behavior can hopefully be modified with threats and rewards is to over-extend the medical model. The medical model should be applied only to those whose mental capacities are distinctly sub-normal. Which speaks to the therapeutic sentence. Retributive justice maintains the dignity of the wrongdoer whereas therapeutic sentencing (sentencing concerned with rehabilitation or deterrence and not just deserts) treats the wrongdoer as sub-human. It is exactly because he is a human being with dignity, with all his faculties, who chose an evil act by free will that restoration should be just deserts.\nRetributive justice is the only objective (because it is exactly what he deserves, no more, no less), humane (because it maintains his dignity as a human being with faculties of free will and reason) and prolife (because it treats life as valuable and profoundly worth protecting) sentence of justice there is.\nNovember 18, 2017 May 14, 2018 Teresaage, Birth, children, death, despair, life, light, Lord, offspring, peace, space, The Meaning Of Life, time, truth, youthLeave a comment\nEver since my daughter's birth there has been a looming\u2026 I really couldn't put my finger on it\u2026 just, a wave of mourning. I feel scandalized putting this intimate feeling to print. It recently occurred to me what this funereal feeling is. Each month I look forward to with my child is a month of my finite and mortal life that has passed by. She just turned one and a whole year, poof, gone. For her, each day is the beginning of the rest of her life while my days are half used up. With the birth of the next generation in my little family I have intrinsically passed the torch. She is the flame bearer. Now my days are spent grooming her to blossom. I no longer matter as much. My contribution was born and now I wilt into the background. It is my daughter's turn. Don't get me wrong, I love that she is just beginning and I get to witness all her firsts just as my mother witnessed all my firsts. I wonder if my mother felt the weight of entropy in her life as I took my first steps, as I moved out of the house, as I moved on with my life?\nI had never been afraid of death. I smugly felt 'if my time is up it's up' as is a luxury of youthful thought. Two things afford a young person this carelessness. The first is that they haven't acquired many things they love yet and the second is that death is a far off threat. How will I feel when I'm 60? How will I feel when I or my husband get cancer? I think I will wonder, \"How did I get here?\"\nAnd you may find yourself\nLiving in a shotgun shack\nIn another part of the world\nBehind the wheel of a large automobile\nAnd you may find yourself in a beautiful house\nWith a beautiful wife\nAnd you may ask yourself, well\nHow did I get here?\nLetting the days go by.\n-Once In A Lifetime by The Talking Heads\nIsla makes me afraid of death. She will enjoy the years that have already passed for me and then she will lose me just as I will lose my mother. None of us quivers in our boots at funerals because we are still alive taking for granted all the days we're endowed with. We drive away, get back to our kids sports practice, go to sleep, wake up. The sun is on time. We continue living. Eventually our family photos end up in a dusty flee market and the future buys them up for Halloween decorations.\nThere are generations of influential people in graveyards. Are there more dead than living? This is a tangent, but did you know there are thousands of pieces of debris orbiting the planet in low-earth space? Thousands of pieces of junk left behind by previous generations tethered to our conscious. The memories and buried bodies of people are earthly relics tethered to our conscious. We know they existed because there are traces of evidence but their imprint is a whisper in the wind until it becomes untethered and gets swallowed up by the universe.\nSo while Isla's body is feverishly repairing and replacing cells my body is rusting. Eventually I will have crossed the threshold and my body will degenerate. I will grow mindful and ruminating while my daughter has perhaps bore a daughter herself. Finally I will breathe my last breath, drift off into the supreme deep sleep, and my daughter will hold a funeral. I will be remembered until some day I'm not. By then a fourth generation will take her first steps.\nWhat is it all for?\nAs I become more acutely aware of my limited days I can't help but feel panicked. I don't want to die.\nToo late, my time has come,\nSends shivers down my spine,\nBody's aching all the time.\nGoodbye, everybody, I've got to go,\nGotta leave you all behind and face the truth.\nMama, I don't wanna die\n-Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen\nHow do I not languish in despair? I am in bondage to death.\nThis is how. I know of no other way.\nWe do not lose heart, although our outer body is decaying, our inner soul is being renewed day by day. We look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are unseen; for the things which are seen are temporal, but the things which are not seen are eternal. For we know that if our earthly body is torn down, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, a house eternal in the heavens. For indeed in this temporal life we groan, being burdened, in order that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life. His life. Now He who prepared us for this very purpose is God, who gave to us the Spirit as a pledge. Therefore, being always of good courage, and knowing that while we are at home in the body we are absent from the Lord \u2014 for we walk by faith, not by sight \u2014 we are of good courage.\n-paraphrase of 2 Corinthians 4:16-5:10\nWhile someday I will be done here, I will not be finished.\nSeptember 21, 2017 March 26, 2018 TeresaChristianity, Creator, Darren Aronofsky, environmentalist, existentialism, film review, God, home, interpretation, Javier Bardem, Jennifer Lawrence, Jesus Christ, life, Love, Mother, octagonal house, service, Son of God1 Comment\nThis is an artistic film. I think the thrilling scenes are enough to carry a mainstream viewer but the artistic pace toward the climax is slow. Or rather concealed. Evil doesn't start out bombastic and in your face, it starts with little background-noise slights and then more overt wrongs until it scandalizes into grand evil. Film critics have had contrasting reactions from \"vile, contemptible, an embarrassment to Paramount Studios\" to \"riveting, masterpiece, visually striking.\" It is downright Aronofsky and should be sealed with his family crest!\nThis nightmare (is this a dream?) is a Christian allegory. That's what I see.\n'He' (Javier Bardem) is the Creator God, the houseguests are depraved mankind, the baby is the expiating Christ given as a sacrifice for the forgiveness of our sins, the carbon crystal is the seed of life and the forbidden fruit (the perfect genesis that belongs to God alone).\nBut who or what is mother?\nSome critics have said this is a story about mankind ravaging mother earth, where Jennifer Lawrence's 'She' (there are no names of characters only Him, Her, She and He) is the world. I think that's too lazy an interpretation. There are too many things that wouldn't add up. If it's a lecture on the despicable way we treat the earth then what does the innocent son of man have to do with it? What of God's taking earth's love and recreating? It seems God's preoccupation is with man. He says, for a creator \"there is never enough.\" Else, there would be no creation. He must bore forth. For the act of creating is out of desire to yield something 'other' than thou. God's constitution is conceiving. He conceived of the earth but his fondness is for humanity. This has me thinking about the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit in the Christian Trinity- that perfect relationship, why more, why us? I'm not sure this film presents the relationship between God and His creatures in accord with Christian doctrine but it is an allegory and a work of art. That these themes are even given screen time is groundbreaking to me in an industry that's void of existential thought beyond 'I'.\nIf She isn't simply mother earth could she be Lucifer? Lucifer after all is a fallen angel who had protected the throne of God just as She protects His writing room and His cherished tree of life- the carbon crystal. There is also great parallel of His poet's words and the word of God. There is even anointing done with ashes, by God and his priest, of his fan followers, blessing them; \"receive his words.\" The allegory goes on. Lucifer was exceedingly beautiful. Lucifer grows loathsome of service to God. 'She' is a stridently sacrificial yet jealous character. Yearning to have Him to herself, to have His gaze exclusively upon her, to have first priority when viewing His work of art. Then Lucifer is cast out of heaven and upon judgment is burnt by fire and disintegrated into ash. Jennifer Lawrence's 'she' forebodes about the apocalypse. The narrative in mother! displays genesis through the book of revelation.\nOr maybe lowercase mother is simply a person. She is the commoner with the womb that carries Jesus. The same person who seeks a word with him on his walk up to Calvary to whom he says \"My mother is someone who hears the word of God and does it.\" Lawrence's She is sick of God's plans for their household. She is the commoner that is enchanted, even moved, by God's word but doesn't accept the radical regeneration that's required. Her idea of service is still prideful. She doesn't do it 100% for God, she does it for herself. The home is her work, the womb is her work. He receives praise for His work, She wishes for praise for Hers. This isn't simply a presentation of misogynistic burden shouldered by women. All un-regenerated people are saturated in self-glory, unable to free themselves from that outlook. Unable to abide the leadership of Him.\nThere are plenty of stories in the bible that have God resetting the course. Outmoding animal sacrifice for the ultimate blood sacrifice Jesus Christ, Noah's ark and the great flood, Sodom and Gomorrah, etc. Now, whether the recreation in the film means God as a frustrated amateur that just can't seem to get it right and narcissistically scraps His work so that He can receive more love, more adoration next time or God as the perfect creator that, out of abundance of love, painstakingly gives second chances, there is artistic license with this. Does the creator 'He' create out of an absence and a desperation for more or out of an abundance and a selfless choice to share?\nThis film reminded me a lot of Aronofsky's earlier works. There were beautiful cinematic scenes that reminded me of several films. There was Requiem For A Dream in the pulsating organic walls and delusional visions. I saw Lars Von Trier's Antichrist with the opening and closing sequences of nature insidiously consuming civilization with its tentacles. I saw Gone Girl in the scenes of the crazed fans and paparazzi. I saw Children Of Men with the war ravaged trenches and slummed refugee camps. The decent into Hell was almost as if an elevator were taking you through the generations of the earth's crust with each layer being an egregious era in mankind's history.\nOne thing Aronofsky got spot on is the depravity of man. And I'm not talking about the stereotypical political jargon that a bleeding heart (no pun intended) would sentence you with but rather the curse we're ALL under. One thing that struck me is the brilliant way Lawrence's She, whether Lucifer or person or planet, is cast as someone you're sympathetic for. Of course!\u2026the barging in of houseguests should incense her, of course she shouldn't forgive the ravenous mob, of course she should be paid more attention to for her sacrificial acts of service and steadfast support of her poet-genius. Of course She should have glory! That's how mysterious, how outside our mortal comprehension, how ugly to our unregenerate souls, God's plan is. We see Her as painfully taken advantage of and flogged again and again to the point of total annihilation while He coolly forgives. What is justice for Her? It would be too simple to present sin as the mob but the road to Hell is paved with human good intentions that are apart from His plan. God's plan is so radical, so rebellious, that forgiveness for a murderous mob is among his orchestration. Certainly God's justice is mysterious to us. Where His radical love and justice leads in the bible versus where it leads in the film are different paths.\nThere are so many layers to this film I need to see it again. I'm delighted to see such transcendent themes in a star-studded film. It makes you wonder, like Michael Knowles said in the Daily Wire, if Aronofsky hasn't paid lip service to the Mother Earth interpretation simply to con mainstream audiences into watching the Bible for two hours.\nCan You Raise Your Child Free From Dogma?\nNovember 23, 2016 May 13, 2019 Teresachildren, Christianity, culture, dogma, existentialism, GK Chesterton, God, human nature, justice, life, lifestyle, parenting, philosophy, prageru, principles, religion, right and wrong, truth, utopiaLeave a comment\nMany modern families make it their aim to raise their child as a blank slate, upon which the sovereign child makes his own choices, forms his own opinions, finds his own identity, and writes his own story. The archipelago child: free to be uninfluenced and untouched by a point of view. There are two approaches: I will not introduce any dogma into my child's mind, therefore they'll be unladen of bias or I will offer a glimpse into all dogmas so that my child can infer what they may and piecemeal a unified whole. The result will be a cultured, unbiased, sensitive and understanding person.\nIs it possible to fulfill either of these approaches? With the first approach the parent is ultimately relinquishing their parenting and resting their child in wait for some outside influence to impress their mind. It takes the culpability out of the job of parenting. The parent with the first approach, down the line, could say \"I didn't impress any beliefs on my child, in his freedom he decided his beliefs on his own, I am blameless.\" Or, from a different perspective, the parent with the first approach is explicitly culpable for not introducing the best, the correct, worldview. But this implies transcendent, objective truth, that there is a right and a wrong. There is. I'll get to that later. With regard to the second approach, is it humanly possible to expose your child to all dogmas and theories that exist let alone the meaningful parts of them in their entire applicable context? If you're leaving out certain ideologies then are you not unwittingly shaping your child's ideas and submitting them to dogma?\nThe first principle a child learns as they grow up is no and yes. It is a valuable principle!\nThey desire something that they shouldn't have because it's not in their best interest. Why has it been decided they shouldn't have it? Many would say cultural conditioning. That some force; paternalism, sexism, Puritanism, laid a foundation for behavioral expectations and now it's time to shatter that ceiling by washing our kids of expectations. A sort of contrary rebirth. Not a rebirth to orthodoxy but a rebirth to abandon.\nYet there remains some universal manipulations we beholden our kids with. They desire to avoid a nap but the parent knows a nap reduces fatigue, resets their mood, lends itself to growth, etc. The very first dogma a parent will introduce their child to establishes the parent's outside authority on the child. Parents represent God to small children. Second, it establishes truths and the right and wrong way to behave in accordance with the truth.\nI know what's best for you at 1 year old, what is best for you is a nap because it will reduce fatigue and help you grow. Child, it is right that you fight your natural desire to resist a nap and wrong that you give in to your nature. This is the first, elementary dogma you introduce your child to: fight your natural desires for the sake of your life. Does this sound extreme? If a child doesn't learn obedience to truths that restrain their desires then they may fall subject to a burnt hand on the stove or hit by a car for not looking both ways or even more complicated and tragic events.\nRight off the bat you've established right and wrong. But some parents, being exposed to and educated by enlightened progressive theories, will negate the most primitive, basic common sense and appointed authority that they have to undermine such oppressive bulwarks like right and wrong. Opinion, desires and tastes are the weathervane. Madcap opinions that are evolving, unauthoritative, lawless and meaningless. After all how do you write law on one man's opinion? Law is written using precedent, wisdom of the elders, and inalienable truths. Law has survived the ages and been useful because it's true. Yet we guffaw truth and encourage the child to navigate life with some intrinsic knowledge she has that is superior to an adult's long-forged, accumulated wisdom. So open-minded that her brain falls out.\nWhat is it that motivates people to find dogma repugnant? One thing. When it is established that this way is the right way, it means another way is wrong. If there's a good then there is a bad. It creates grouping, ranking, a pecking order. It creates limitations, failures, hurt feelings. How can we, humans, decide a way is right over another? Especially if it hurts someone else's feelings. That's the second truth your child will learn after no and yes: life is not fair. From birth we are born with disadvantages, some of which will be impossible to overcome. The fact that we are born into a material body that is hurtling toward entropy makes our life unfair. This machine of a body will fail us and someone else's machine will be better. So, too, about the principles of life and how they match\/mismatch our desires. Is a principle untrue if it's at odds with my nature? A common cultural sentiment is \"be who you are\". Or is it that my nature is a beast that needs the principle to groom it? \"Become who you are.\"\nHow do you know what's true?\nWhat's right for a moody, exhausted child?\nThat's how simple truth really is. One just needs eyes to see.\nTo paraphrase GK Chesterton, when a person chooses not to believe in what's right, it's not that they believe in nothing, it's that they believe in anything. The mind is not a vacuum. Some thing will fill it: religious dogma, the culture's dogma or the State's dogma. There is no such thing as dogma free. Start teaching your child the truth or another force, benevolent or malevolent, will start indoctrinating your child for you.\nWhat are the 'Left' and the 'Right'?\nMarch 8, 2016 June 21, 2018 TeresaAmerican exceptionalism, Anarchism, Communism, Conservatism, culture, FDR, Fuedalism, Left wing, Lenin, Liberalism, Libertarianism, Mussolini, Neo-Conservatism, philosophy, Political Spectrum, politics, Progressivism, Right wing, Socialism, Woodrow WilsonLeave a comment\nLeft <\u2014Fascism\u2014Communism\u2014Socialism\u2014Progressivism\u2014Liberalism\nNeo-Conservatism\u2014Conservatism\u2014Libertarianism\u2014Anarchism\u2014> Right\n'the people'\negalitarian\nevery realm of life is political\nfaith in the perfectibility of society\nspecial interest in youth\npermanent crisis\nproletarian ascendance\nliving constitution\nfondness of French Revolution\nLess government\n'the person'\nself-governing\nunderstanding that nature is flawed\nwisdom with age\noriginalist constitution\nfondness of American Revolution\nThis figure is what I'm going to explore and keep in mind that I'm talking about the American political spectrum in the terms I list above with Left being most State control and Right being most individual freedom, which is much different than the European political spectrum. For example American Conservatism is Classical Liberalism in Europe. Though the American system has influence from the European system, as we shall see.\nBut first let me address your natural and historically groomed recoil by seeing Fascism on the Left. Before World War II Fascism was seen as a Progressive social movement with many sympathizers in Europe and America and the word dictator was not dirty. It wasn't until after the war that Fascism started to stink in the nostrils of the Left, which caused American Progressives to switch teams, going from 'the blackshirts' (Italian Fascism under Mussolini) to The Reds (Communism under Stalin). Stalin had a clever way of labeling inconvenient ideas and movements as fascist just as we see today, thus the birth of fascism as being 'right-wing' and anti-progressive, mainly because 'right-wing' and anti-progressive was 'other than' Stalin's Communism. It was a propaganda technique.\nMussolini, the Father of Fascism, coined the word Totalitarian and it wasn't a bad word until after the war. His definition was a society where everyone belonged, where everyone was taken care of, where everything was inside the State, nothing was outside the State. The Italian word 'fascio' meaning bundle is a synonym for union. In the 1920's American youth and Academia fully embraced Italian Fascism calling it \"the World's first successful youth movement\". In the 20's Hollywood was an admiring fan of Mussolini. He eventually appeared in 1923's The Eternal City starring Lionel Barrymore. Unlike Classical Liberalism, which believed in checks and balances of powers, Progressives and intellectuals believed that the increase in state power was akin to the natural evolutionary process (Darwinism was in vogue and influential in shaping this ideology) in which collectivism of the body politic was the new freedom. They found it to be a natural Marxist process that was inevitable and any opposition was a block.\nLet's go back a little further. When the prospect of World War I was manifesting Mussolini's Socialism, which originally found war to be imperialistic for the sake of capitalism, adapted. Mussolini steadily became pro-war because it was what the masses wanted. War is not antithesis to the Progressive movement so long as it's a war of good cause, of Progressive cause, such as bringing those on the margins into the fold and transcending class distinctions for the sake of a social equality and a unified collective. We see evidence of this in modern rhetoric such as 'the War On Poverty' or the 'the War On Women.'\nThus World War I gave birth to Fascism, a militant humanitarianism. In essence Fascism is Socialism that uses military force. War advances the Socialist cause of a Proletarian Nation. An ideological distinction between Marxist (Materialist) Socialism and Italian Fascism, which was non-Marxist Socialism, is that Marxist Socialism regards a person's status only in terms of its class. Race, nationality, culture, and religion were only illusions. However, Fascism regards nationality to be more important than class. Mussolini ended up serving in the First World War and this furthered his new ideology. He had fought as an Italian, not as a worker.\nSome of the goals of Mussolini's new found Fascism were establishing a minimum wage, ending the draft, giving voting rights to all women, establishing a legal workday of 8 actual hours, farmers cooperatives, a large progressive tax on capital that would amount to a one-time expropriation of riches, the seizure of all goods obtained from religious institutions, the creation of government bodies run by workers' representatives. These were Proletarian goals that cannot be seen as 'right-wing'. However, the international Socialist movement still didn't like Mussolini's new Socialism since it was Nationalist in scope, so they labeled him 'right-wing' but really he was a Populist-Socialist. Populist means mobilizing the people by appealing to their sentiments and anger. At the end of his life he died a Socialist through and through just like he said he'd remain.\nAs we can see Socialism and Fascism are born out of the same ideological soil: 'power to the people'. Communism too runs in this vein. American Progressives and Liberals are too woven out of the same cloth. The difference is not ideology but mechanism. I place Fascism on the far left because it is militant Socialism, everything within the State, nothing outside the State. Although, Communism has a broader scope in that it doesn't believe in centralized power in nation states but rather a global, international system. This could be seen as the more powerful system since it has goals for global reach but Communism as it has been manifested has been slightly less authoritarian. Let's explore Communism.\nKarl Marx who wrote The Communist Manifesto envisions a society where Communism is the final evolution of the socio-economic condition from feudal (laborers who are dispossessed of their land by Lords and must sell their produce to survive) to Capitalist (laborers who choose to sell their goods and services for a wage, commoditization and surplus is born, a gap between worker and employer emerges) to Socialist (the workers start to rise up against the capitalists, depending on a government composed of workers representatives to mediate production) to Communist (a final Proletarian dictatorship in which the workers in a body politic hold absolute power) where there is no need for political or class distinction because all the produce, power and wealth will be in the hands of the Proletariat, the worker. It will be a dictatorship of the worker.\nVladimir Lenin and his Russian Bolsheviks had the theory that the intellectual leaders of the movement would direct the economy and the society through a government that deliberately excluded the exploiters or Capitalists, since the proletariat was too sedated to start a revolution himself. The movement would overthrow the Bourgeoisie, the Capitalists, and the intellectual leaders who are representatives of the workers, would then govern the cooperative goods and wealth. Soviet democracy nationalized industry and established a foreign-trade monopoly to allow the productive coordination of the national economy, and so prevent Russian national industries from competing against each other. It started out as a cooperative in which several worker parties were represented in political affairs, save for the Capitalists who were excluded, but eventually developed into a one-party dictatorship of the Proletariat managed by the Vanguard Party. Lenin was against Nationalism, which he found oppressive toward the Proletariat in other nations. In all forms of Communism, though they vary slightly, exclusion of the Capitalists is central and class-consciousness and Proletariat Dictatorship are paramount. They vary on issues such as Nationalism or allowance of private land ownership in agriculture. Ultimately Lenin died and Stalin took over. Lenin was the more Democratic of the two leaders while Stalin took agriculture into the State's hands Lenin allowed private agriculture ownership. While Lenin was more popular with the masses, Stalin was more ruthless. So while Marxism had a revolutionary thought of working class transcending the middle class and Capitalists in a borderless, completely egalitarian, government free society it has never come to fruition. There has always been a government of intellectuals that decide and direct on behalf of the Proletariat. And ultimately when there are a few in charge on behalf of the many, even an intelligentsia with the most hospitable intentions, corruption breeds.\nSocialism has included many different manifestations. Again, it is defined as social ownership and democratic control of the means for production. How much state control varies. Some Socialist governments allow for private property. Unlike Marx who believed that the state would whither away into a Proletariat dictatorship some Socialists considered the state to be an entity independent of class allegiances and an instrument of justice that would therefore be essential for achieving socialism.\nAmerican Progressives around the First World War were more Nationalist and authoritarian than Progressives today but that was on trend at that time. In fact one could conclude it was a watered down Fascism. Woodrow Wilson is an example of this. Wilson found the antiquated checks and balances of the American system to be outdated and pushed for more Congressional power. He believed the constitution to also be outdated and felt it should be a living, organic, evolving constitution. He believed that the entire society was one organic whole and that there was no room for dissidents. Your home, your thoughts, everything was part of the body politic that the state was charged with redeeming. From the 1890's to World War I American Progressives and European Socialists were fighting the same fight. Wilson, being a social scientist, had faith that society could bend to the will of social planners 'for its own good.' The Progressive ideal of marrying individualism and socialism was an attempt at adapting antiquity to modernity. Modernity, they thought, is organic, scientific, enlightened, evolving while antiquity (and we're talking the American system which is not old) is beholden, decadent, capitalist, industrialist. In other words, the Progressives were going to divinize man while under the Classical Liberals the people were asleep.\nWilson put into use unprecedented sweeping Progressive legislative policies and Progressive mobilization philosophies including reinstitution of the Federal Income Tax and developing the Progressive tax structure, he oversaw propaganda techniques to coerce Americans to ration food and buy Liberty Bonds to fund the war, he set up a war industries board, put the Secretary of Treasury in charge of the railroads, promoted labor union cooperation, passed the Espionage Act and conducted the Palmer Raids which sniffed out and suppressed all dissidents against the war and the Sedition Act under which 75 literary magazines were banned for not being more enthusiastic about the movement. Under Wilson the Justice Department created the American Protective League in which members were mobilized to spy on their neighbors in order to weed out dissident opinion against Wilson's Progressive movement. This included reading their mail and listening in on their phone calls with government approval. Under its full operation the APL had a quarter of a million members. Tens of thousands of people were jailed for failing to display their patriotism in one way or another. All this effort was for the minds of men, to elevate past their barbaric individualism into the collective order, to establish a Progressive Third Way in which class distinction is transcended into a National collective consciousness for the good of mankind.\nWith FDR Liberalism replaced Progressivism but are they really that different? Let's explore. FDR took the office of Presidency in the depth of the Great Depression and in the first 100 days of his Presidency, much like Wilson, he passed unprecedented sweeping Progressive legislation that would have lasting effects for decades upon decades after. This was an expansion of the federal government never before seen. Whether it was to our advantage or to our detriment is up to you and your values. Here is what he's done. He hired a group of young Ivy League intellectuals and New York social workers known together as the 'Brain Trust' to engineer reforms that he would put into use with carte blanche from Congress since they were so desperate. He set out to \"wage a war against the emergency.\" Through the Brain Trust he was charting our collective future. The New Deal emerges. He passed the Wagner Act that promoted labor unions and the Works Progress Administration that made the Federal government by far the largest employer in the US. He established the National Recovery Administration and passed the Agricultural Adjustment Act which reduced agricultural production by paying farmers subsidies to kill off their crops and slaughter their livestock in order to reduce surplus and artificially raise and set prices. The government bought 6 million pigs from farmers only to slaughter them for price fixing. Bowing to union pressure FDR 'repatriated' (deported) 400,000 Mexican Americans who were American citizens in order to take them off jobs that union workers wanted which was a gross violation of their civil liberties. Two years later the National Recovery Administration and the AAA were decided unconstitutional by the Supreme Court although the AAA was amended and is still on the books today.\nLast but not least the Social Security Act, which was upheld by the Supreme Court as Constitutional because of the clever way it was packaged. How can mandatory purchase of insurance be constitutional? Here's how it was done: One title of the Act was a \"true tax\", an income tax that is collected as revenue without earmarks for any specific purpose. Another title spoke of old-age benefits being valid expenditures for the general welfare of the nation that Congress has the authority to determine. The Supreme Court analyzed the titles separately and adhered to the view that the social security program consists of separate taxing and spending provisions and are not, constitutionally speaking, social insurance programs. Therefore, it is constitutional. The Court's decision in the social security cases represented a significant constitutional development in establishing the breadth of Congress' powers to tax and spend for the general welfare. The decision not only cleared the way for other general welfare programs, but more fundamentally provided the Federal Government with the substantive power and institutional flexibility to respond to the changing needs and wants of the Nation. FDR was the only President to serve an unprecedented 4 terms and, frustrated with the Conservatives on the Supreme Court who were striking down parts of his New Deal, also attempted to 'pack the courts' with Liberals to constitutionally pass his legislation by proposing a bill to Congress that would give the President authority to place extra younger justices on the Supreme court when the sitting justices are over the age of 70 (and considered by him too senile to discern the constitution). This would have allowed him to expand the court by 15 justices as well as up to 44 judges of the lower federal courts. The bill was voted down 70-22 but it left a lasting impression on the Supreme Court who began to relent and uphold his New Deal package. FDR and the New Deal were popular. In crisis the masses choose big government but at what cost? Oh, how fleeting our memory of history is when a mere 150 years earlier we were sacrificing comforts and security to throw off the crown. In the 1930's we were sacrificing our enterprise for the paternal protection of the state.\nThe current differences between Modern Progressivism and Liberalism are debatable because of their intersecting philosophical history. As we can try to decipher, modern Progressives are the more Left leaning Liberals that hearken back to the early American Progressives such as Wilson. Liberals and Progressives believe in more government intervention in socio-economics. They believe that the problems society faces (poverty, violence, greed, racism, class warfare) are best addressed by providing government solutions. Progressives and Liberals believe that government should be a tool for societal change. Progressives and Liberals believe in the power of the state but still embrace the democratic voting process and the constitution, however they find the constitution to be malleable and evolving and prefer the popular vote to the Electoral College. Progressivism is more indignant about channeling Capitalism's profits into societal priorities.\nLiberalism is the slightly more conservative socio-economic system of the Left. Liberals may support moralist foreign policy and American intervention in the world. Liberalism is more about negotiating government intervention in a slightly more bi-partisan way. Modern Liberals supported bank bailouts and the market based Affordable Care Act while Progressives want more regulation of private enterprise and universal healthcare.\nModerates in the American political spectrum are those that find the Left and the Right as overly ideological. Roughly 1\/3 of Americans call themselves Moderate. Moderates tend to find sympathy for arguments on both sides of the aisle. They tend to find government solutions to be failures yet wish there were a way for more equality in society.\nNeo-Conservatives believe in \"responsibility and results,\" coupled with an obligation to help \"citizens in need.\" Neo-Conservatism is also known as Compassionate Conservatism. This philosophy believes in using Conservative techniques to improve the general welfare of society. George W Bush is an example. Examples of his Neo-Conservative policies are the Medicare Prescription Drug program, the No Child Left Behind Act and assistance to struggling countries around the world such as his $15 Million PEPFAR Plan (HIV\/AIDS relief in Africa). Neo-Conservatism is a slightly left leaning 'bleeding heart' Conservative position.\nAmerican Conservatism believes in small government, individual states rights, American moralist foreign policy, traditional Judeo-Christian values, checks and balance of government branches, pursuit of private property, Capitalism, a fixed, originalist constitution as opposed to the 'living constitution' that Progressives support, and multi-cultural assimilation. Conservatives believe in addressing social and economic problems locally through private church and charities, family, community, and their local government. Federal government should only provide relief in emergencies and only in ways that produce tried and true results. Conservatives believe in opportunity and personal success. What Americans call Conservatism the rest of the world calls classical Liberalism. There is also the newly formed Tea Party, which focuses on de-centralization of government and strict constitutionalism. Conservatives vary on whether to have a completely unfettered Capitalism or minor government regulations. The more Right one goes the more toward total individual liberty.\nLibertarianism seeks to maximize autonomy and freedom of choice. They have skepticism of authority. Various schools of libertarian thought offer a range of views regarding the legitimate functions of state and private power, often calling to restrict or even to wholly dissolve coercive social institutions such as the IRS, the Department of Education, the EPA and replacing it with the free market, individual freedom and responsibility. They are against governmental social engineering. They are isolationist on foreign policy.\nObviously Anarchism is complete individual freedom and the dissolution of government. Interestingly throughout European history there has been Anarchist-Communism, Libertarian-Socialism, etc.\nWhy hasn't America ever fully incorporated Socialism? Historians will submit that it's because we don't have Feudalism in our history. This is true. We are exceptional. America, since its inception, has always been a Right leaning country. This is inherent in its foundation. It was designed with checks and balances to the powers of the branches of government and an electoral college to give fair representation to lesser-populated rural areas rather than the popular vote, which would be heavy-handed in favor to the metropolises. Under this system it's hard to effect radical change which, to many, is a relief since radical change has historically gone the way of corruption. The American Revolution was not an experiment, a fond word on the Left, or a government with the purpose of socially engineering Man. It was a movement toward the individual in which the individual engineers his own life. America believes in inalienable rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of property and the government was designed only as an institution to protect these rights with the consent of the people. America was specifically designed to avoid the rule of a single authority, whether that be a supreme leader or an organized collective which is exactly why we have a separation of powers and the diversity of the United States. A bloated federal government is antithesis to the local government design of the states. However, throughout American history a movement of intellectuals and a Progressive body politic borrowing from European ideology have always sought a unified collective in which Mankind would emerge equal, provided for and at peace, at the price of liberty but to the Left liberty is a small price to pay for equality.\nFebruary 12, 2016 February 14, 2022 TeresaAgape, Christianity, culture, Eros, Greek love, Love, Philia, Romance, Valentines Day2 Comments\nIf the only thing you're celebrating on Valentines Day is romantic love you're missing out.\nOn the contrary, if you reject Valentines Day because it's a Hallmark holiday, you're missing out. The gift giving sweetness (too sweet?) of Valentines Day is a modern homage of something quite old, indeed original; love.\nThe first commercial production of the Valentine card in America was a work of art, made of imported lace and delicate paper floral by artist Esther Howland in the 1840's. Hallmark wasn't founded until 1910. The etymology of the word holiday derives from the Old English word that means holy day. In the fourth century AD there were several patron saints known as Valentine or Valentinus. Their stories vary but the common theme is rebellion against Roman oppression for the sake of marriage. The Christian church appropriated a pagan feast holiday in February known as Lupercalia, which was a festival for the Roman God of agriculture (fertility). We had marriage and fertility, the link of Valentine's Day to love didn't happen until the Middle Ages. Romanticism beckoned in our obsession with sentimental love. The kind of love, as C.S. Lewis describes, in which \"we shall not have to do anything: only let affection pour over us like a warm bath and all, it is implied, will be well.\" All the loves can be exploited in this shallow way. It is our labor to find a good balance of the loves. Each love is not self sufficient.\nThe pagan Greeks and later the Christian Greeks had a nuanced view of love. There is Storge pronounced store-gay (a grown affection or fondness), Eros (romantic love) and Philia (brotherly or friendship love). These are the loves that are natural to man. Agape pronounced ah-gah-peh (covenant love or Christian love) is a divine love from God. Eros was seen as an irrational, dangerous kind of love that could possess you and rob you of your senses. That people hope to fall 'madly' in love is surviving evidence of this. Erotic love is a hunger, a need that drives us toward satisfaction. But Eros dies precisely because it is a power born of need, when the need is satisfied Eros dies. I believe our culture has neutered love with its myopic view towards Eros. There is an undervaluing of the other robust forms of love in our life that when directed, in concert toward goodness, fulfill something close to true love. While our Western culture has become fixated on sex, sexiness and sexuality it has become ignorant of true love.\nStorge describes a fondness one has for an old sweater or your childhood dog or an elderly man you see every morning at the coffee shop. You are strangers but his mere presence has incubated a comfort, a familiarity. A parents affection for a child straddles this love, this love and Philia. For example, a parent has instinctual affection for their child, they clothe him and nurture him but they also behave honorably for him so that he may mimic good behavior. Your child, who starts out a stranger that you nevertheless are fond of, grows through your rearing and eventually, upon adulthood, becomes your friend. This shows the transformation from Storge to Philia.\nExamples of Philia love are the relationships between a parent and child, friendships, ally cities\/states\/tribes, military troops, teachers and students. The purpose of the Philia type of love is to cultivate virtue in one's life as his life relates to another's for a common goal. Unlike Storge, Philia love is mutual. Philia is the highest form of love that can emanate from Man.\nWords such as philanthropy (generosity to Mankind), philanderer (a man flirtatious with his affections), philharmonic (lovely harmonies), philosopher (lover of wisdom), Philadelphia (brotherly love) come from the root Philo.\nPhilia, Storge and even Eros are accidental or coincidental, you find yourself in this relationship just as a child finds himself with his parents, or you find yourself a new friend or a lover because of proximity. Had you not gone to that college or joined that group or gotten that job, your paths would not have crossed. While Agape is a deliberate love, you were chosen and you choose to love steadfastly.\nExamples of Agape love are the relationship between spouses and the relationship between God and Man. John 3:16 talks of Agape love. In this verse, \"For God so loved the world\", the Greek word for love is agapao. Agape love is a self sacrificial love. This type of love is the highest form of love known to Mankind. This type of love can only emanate from God. Marriage is a holy covenant that manifests Agape love. This is a kind of love that loves another regardless of what they may receive. Unlike Philia love that acts virtuous in search of virtue in return, Agape love sacrificially gives, no matter if the person deserves it or returns it, because it is good. 'Love is patient, love is kind, love does not boast, it is not arrogant or rude, it does not insist on its own way, it is not irritable or resentful, it does not rejoice in failures but rejoices in truth, love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things'. This old scripture isn't simply a sentiment. It is a faithful love, Agape love. It is no wonder this love is not natural to man, this love is divine.\nWhat does selfless love look like? Where is it found?\nOne of the greatest valentines I've given in my 33 year old life was not given in the spirit of romantic love. It was the simple gesture of giving flowers to an important woman in my life, my mother. My mother was a teacher, parent and supporter. Her life has had deprivation, loneliness and disappointment but she loves me sacrificially. She did her best to raise me right. She is paradoxically virtuous and fallible, brave and human. She gives me an everlasting love that means more to me than the quickening pulse and the fading embers of romance. How long do the chemical reactions of the body last? But selfless love that echos heaven, that is some love.\nThe gift of the flowers lit up her day, as she had never had flowers delivered to her in the 70 years of her life. In fact, the deliveryman stood there in her open doorway with the flowers and she insisted he must have the wrong house. When he said, \"well aren't you so and so,\" she realized the flowers were just where they were supposed to be. I think the shock of it all; delivered flowers, that someone thought of her, that an ordinary day became extraordinary really touched her heart. I had no idea she would enjoy the gift, much less be elated. That was a special Valentines Day!\nIt's a shame that our fixation on romantic love deprives us of the other expressions of love that are so precious. I'll try to do my best to cherish them all.\nJanuary 19, 2016 November 28, 2020 Teresaafterlife, AI, Christianity, culture, death, Ex Machina, existentialism, futility, justice, rebirth, religion, self-consciousness, suffering, transcendenceLeave a comment\nI am not at peace with death. It does not console me that my loved ones lived a reasonably long or a reasonably full life. Death is still unbearable whether it afflicts an infant or a grandmother or a stranger in the news. We have the placating convenience of short memories and attention spans to repress the reality of death. Life goes on for us and we can forget our predicament since we are not constantly surrounded by sickness, suffering and premature death as they were in say the middle ages but, still, lying in wait in the recesses of our mind is the ever real threat to our life. We can only deny it so long before it bombards our life and washes over it.\nI have found myself, just as others have, remarking 'when it's my time it's my time', fooling myself into surrendering to the futility of the final destiny of death or making it easier by taking the Zen approach. Making peace with it. When I say it, if I'm honest with myself, I know its na\u00efve. I say it because I naively believe it won't happen to me, not yet, that happens to other people. Truth is I could die tomorrow. I will die someday. Our human constitution represses confrontation with death. It tells us to go on, move forward. I, personally, want to live long, the longer the better. It's a weakness of mine. Is it contrary to find the desire to live long a weakness? It should be considered a strength to want to live long and full. I think it's a weakness because of what I believe must be true: that I am not just a coincidental life, I was deliberately made. If I am a creature that was thoughtfully made by a creator then there is a relationship there that death doesn't end. At the very least I live on in the memory of my creator. But I believe I am more than just a memory. How can we have been made so intellectually if at the end of it all we are just a faded memory or less? We must be more and if there's more beyond death then what am I so afraid of?\nAt this point it is somewhat easy for me to presume my life will go on longer since I'm 33 years of age. I imagine that when I'm 70 my thoughts about death will increase and on a secular level death will seem just as irrational. There are some reasonable things about death, after all everyone can't live forever, it would overpopulate the earth and consume all the resources in the existence we know. Death is also just when defending one's life against a life-threatening attacker and is just when reconciling capital punishment for a guilty murderer. Some will say death is a welcome relief from suffering. Death is also a reference point that gives urgency to life. If we lived forever what timetable would urge us to take action? Being is inexplicably linked to time and time moves forward until it's final resting place. So while there is time, there is death.\nAn interesting aspect of the film I love, Ex Machina, is the scene in which Nathan discusses a Jackson Pollock painting with Caleb. Nathan says of Pollock, \"He let his mind go blank, and his hand go where it wanted. Not deliberate, not random. Some place in between\u2026What if Pollock had reversed the challenge. What if instead of making art without thinking, he said, 'You know what? I can't paint anything, unless I know exactly why I'm doing it.' What would have happened?\" To which Caleb responds, \"He never would have made a single mark.\"\nI find this illustration to fit in excellently with our existential crisis of death. How do we reconcile our potency with the impotency of death. In other words, knowing that our mortal life is finite, in time, hurtling towards death, what reason is there for making a single mark? It cannot be the simple reason of an elementary feeling: happiness. And even so, what if it is happiness? It would be only temporary. It seems to me that it is a disproportionate application to give human beings the unique, complicated, limitless capacity to self-reflect and to reason to have the final purpose be something as maudlin, as momentary, as happiness. An insane happiness that is satisfied with a moment. Or perhaps your life is paving the way for future generations, moments upon moments. How is that reasonable? I'm built with the capacity to reflect on my own existence only for an evolutionary reason- to broker offspring? And what of the very last generation?\nThe secular solution of living an authentic life or being truly happy is not enough to balance our human capacity with the closeness of death. Especially given that it is an impossibility, of one's own volition, to be truly happy or have true authentic resoluteness in this life. There is no triumphant act of resolution in which I would perfect myself once and for all and maintain myself as a perfect rendering throughout the whole of my life. The law of entropy as it relates to particles and humanity prohibits perfection. There must be more to explain our purpose.\nOn a human level, if one accepts death as the last word then how do you reconcile pain and suffering and unluckiness or even love and beauty if death is the final arbiter?\nLet's say you had a good life. You were free to make your own choices, you loved and were loved all the while knowing death is around the corner ready to snuff it out, the final despot. Would you not be grasping for every precious moment in the mere 85 years (if you're so blessed) of your meaningful existence on this 4.5 billion year old planet?\nYou are but a speck in time.\nOr what if you were a life-long slave? Devoid of any meaningful existence for however long you live and then your life is ended before it even started. You didn't get to aspire to much other than fulfilling the tasks of the master. What would have been the meaning of your life?\nThere is awesome beauty in this life and there is terrible pestilence and there can be no absolute steadfast fulfillment in this physical universe. It's a fact. There can and will be greatness in this life but not perfection. And isn't that why we're always desirous of more? More of the good thing. Are we given a glimpse of something magnificently divine all for nothing? Even the most aware animal, outside humans, or the most aware computer isn't aware of it's own awareness. It doesn't reflect on itself and feel existential angst that it will die.\nAgain in Ex Machina (spoilers):\nThe AI has finally transcended the mere machinery when it becomes aware of it's own existence and impending death. Thus it makes the self-conscious (not pre-programmed) objective to escape. The REAL difference between true AI, and a computer programmed with such responses, is that the computer will sit idly and do nothing until you give it a task. However, a true AI will USE these resources to achieve a goal, which is shaped by its existential experiences and not something it was encoded with. Siri may give us human like responses, but 'she' will not do anything, unless we tell 'her' to.\nThe expert consensus on a cats consciousness is that they live moment to moment. They don't have the capacity to think of a future. In other words, they don't feel angst that they will die eventually. They feel pain in the moment but they don't know this pain is indicative of their impending death. We know that they dream but not in words or ideas since they don't have language. They dream in picture moment by moment. They do have memories that inform their actions but they don't understand 'future'.\nBut we know.\nThis makes all the more profound the reconciling we make in this life, the way we use our will. Can we escape absolute death?\nThe Christian interpretation of death is intriguing for me. Christian theology says we are enslaved our whole life by the fear of death. All our vices and even virtues are a denial of this sober reality. That death is the final destiny for man. My own spiritual struggle and failures have laden me with a fear of death. The more precious I find things to be- people, animals, time- the more I cling to this life. We are not called to abandon this life but to elevate it. It's the paradoxical calling of being in the world but not of the world. Unlike the secular view we can find hope and gratitude in being a creature in relation to a creator. In Christian theology the progress of our being in time is in relation to God and not in relation to death for God defeated death. Obviously death still occurs but it has been reframed.\nFor Christians there is a deliverance of death, a rebirth, and a new life that will go on forever, a life that is stricken of suffering and fragility. We will be perfect. It is said it will literally be paradise. You will not have mortal want or need. You will be changed. Only mankind? What about other creatures of the earth? There is biblical evidence that the purpose of animals in this life is for food but there is also biblical evidence that God didn't make such wonderful and diverse creatures only to wipe them out.\nTheologian John Piper says it deftly here:\n\"The likelihood that animals will be in the age to come is based on Isaiah 11 and Isaiah 65.\"\nIsaiah 11: The wolf shall dwell with the lamb and the leopard shall lie down with the young goat and the calf and the lion and the fatted calf together. And the little child shall lead them, the cow and the bear shall graze. Their young shall lie down together and the lion shall eat straw like an ox. The nursing child shall play upon the hole of the cobra and the weaned child shall put his hand on the adder's den. They shall not hurt or destroy in all my holy mountain, for the earth shall be full of the knowledge of the glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea.\nIsaiah 65: The wolf and the lamb shall graze together. The lion shall eat straw like an ox and dust shall be the serpent's food. They shall not hurt or destroy in all my holy mountain, says the Lord.\n\"Here is the question. Did God create a group of beings only to destroy them in the end, a whole group like animals? Let's have animals for history and no animals for eternity. I doubt it. Did he create amazing diversity in the animal realm only to simplify everything by getting rid of that diversity in the age to come so that you have stunning, amazed worship at God's diversity in creation in history, but you don't have it in the age to come. That is all gone. I doubt that. And so it does seem to me from these two texts and from those two principles that there will be animals in the age to come.\"\nSo there is a relief there. We are not forgotten. The intellect we were created with is not arbitrary.\nThere will be continuity.\nOur souls and eventually our bodies, our I, will go on after death. The meaning of our creaturely lives will be justified. Death will take my body, for now, but it will not take my being.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"The Los Angeles 1932 and Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games: An Arts Administration Perspective\nPaper Session What\nTiffany Bourgeois\nThe Ohio State University, Assistant Professor\nThis comparative case study utilizes mega-event legacy theory (Preuss, 2007) to examine how the Great Depression and the corona virus pandemic impacted the size, scale, and participation of the cultural programming the Los Angeles 1932 and Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. It also explores how these factors affected the host's approach to cultural diplomacy (Cummings, 2003) during the Olympic games. This study frames the cultural programming as cultural diplomacy and identifies potential cultural outcomes like changes in international perception, relationship building and interactions between artists and organizations.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Free-Trade is a Two-Way Street\nThe Trump administration recently celebrated the workers and businesses that make this country great. The purpose of \"Made in America Week\" was to recognize that, when given a fair chance to compete, Americans can make and sell some of the best, most innovative products in the world.\nJuly 31, 2017 7:09 p.m. ET\nUnfortunately, many governments across the globe have pursued policies that put American workers and businesses at a disadvantage. For these governments, President Trump and his administration have a clear message: It is time to rebalance your trade policies so that they are fair, free and reciprocal.\nMany nations express commitment to free markets while criticizing the U.S. for what they characterize as a protectionist stance. Yet these very nations engage in unfair trading practices, erect barriers to American exports, and maintain significant trade surpluses with us. They argue that our $752.5 billion trade deficit in goods last year was simply a natural and inevitable consequence of free trade. So, they contend, America should have no complaints.\nOur major trading partners issue frequent statements regarding their own free-trade bona fides, but do they practice what they preach? Or are they protectionists dressed in free-market clothing?\nWhen it comes to trade in goods, our deficits with China and the EU are $347 billion and $146.8 billion, respectively. As the nearby chart shows, China's tariffs are higher than those of the U.S. in 20 of the 22 major categories of goods. Europe imposes higher tariffs than the U.S. in 17 of 22 categories, though the chart does show that the EU and China are much different regarding tariff rates.\nThe EU charges a 10% tariff on imported American cars, while the U.S. imposes only a 2.5% tariff on imported European cars. Today Europe exports 1.14 million automobiles to the U.S., nearly four times as many as the U.S. exports to Europe. China, which is the world's largest automobile market, has a 25% tariff on imported vehicles and imposes even higher tariffs on luxury vehicles.\nIn addition to tariffs, both China and Europe enforce formidable nontariff trade barriers against imports. Examples include onerous and opaque procedures for registering and gaining certification for imports; unscientific sanitary rules, especially with regard to agricultural goods; requirements that companies build local factories; and forced technology transfers. The list goes on.\nBoth China and Europe also bankroll their exports through grants, low-cost loans, energy subsidies, special value-added tax refunds, and below-market real-estate sales and leases, among other means. Comparable levels of government support do not exist in the U.S. If these countries really are free traders, why do they have such formidable tariff and nontariff barriers?\nUntil we make better deals with our trading partners, we will never know precisely how much of our deficit in goods is due to such trickery. But there can be no question that these barriers are responsible for a significant portion of our current trade imbalance.\nChina is not a market economy. The Chinese government creates national champions and takes other actions that significantly distort markets. Responding to such actions with trade remedies is not protectionist. In fact, the World Trade Organization specifically permits its members to take action when other countries are subsidizing, dumping and engaging in other unfair trade practices.\nConsistent with WTO rules, the U.S. has since Jan. 20 brought 54 trade-remedy actions\u2014antidumping and countervailing duty investigations\u2014compared with 40 brought during the same period last year. The U.S. currently has 403 outstanding orders against 42 countries.\nBut unfortunately, in its annual reports, the WTO consistently casts the increase of trade enforcement cases as evidence of protectionism by the countries lodging the complaints. Apparently, the possibility never occurs to the WTO that there are more trade cases because there are more trade abuses.\nThe WTO should protect free and fair trade among nations, not attack those trade remedies necessary to ensure a level playing field. Defending U.S. workers and businesses against this onslaught should not be mislabeled as protectionism. Insisting on fair trade is the best way to ensure the long-term strength of the international trading system.\nThe Trump administration believes in free and fair trade and will use every available tool to counter the protectionism of those who pledge allegiance to free trade while violating its core principles. The U.S. is working to restore a level playing field, and under President Trump's leadership, we will do so.\nThis is a true free-trade agenda.\nMr. Ross is U.S. secretary of commerce.\nAppeared in the August 1, 2017, print edition as 'Free Trade Is a Two-Way Street.'\nBruce Bishop commented 2017-08-02 11:02:48 -0400\nHere is a link to Warren Buffett's 2003 Fortune article \"America's Growing Trade Deficit is Selling The Nation Out From Under Us.\" http:\/\/archive.fortune.com\/magazines\/fortune\/fortune_archive\/2003\/11\/10\/352872\/index.htm\nWhile the Foxconn workers who built your iPhone work 16 hour days, 6 days a week, for $240 per month, and live in worker dorms with suicide nets under the windows, the kids of the Chinese Communist Party members are partying in Paris and crashing Ferraris during nights of drunken skirt-chasing. Here is a story the Chinese government tried to bury.\nhttp:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/news\/article-2198246\/Ling-Gu-death-Ferrari-crash-covered-Chinese-officials.html\nCommunist China is a criminal enterprise. We should not be doing business with China at all, much less be allowing them to steal our technology, our intellectual property, and our jobs. China is draining our wealth, not for the benefit of its citizens, but to build up its military, and to enrich the honchos of the Chinese Communist Party.\nWhile we spent 100 years creating the greatest engine of economic prosperity the world has ever seen, China was wallowing in Marxism \u2014 allowing millions of her people to starve and executing millions of others who refused to get on board with the communist doctrine.\nBut then, thanks to our greedy, incompetent government, we handed over that engine of economic prosperity to China, with no strings attached, and they are using our capitalism, in a bottle, to destroy us, while clinging to their brutal communist dictatorship. This will not end well for us. They have \"sold us the rope\" with which they will eventually hang us. If you care about your grandchildren, you will pay heed to this warning.\nWe can compete with EU on a level playing field. We can never compete with China.\nChina's manufacturing costs are one-third to one-tenth of our costs \u2014 across the board. The globalists have argued that China's cheap labor is only 15% of product cost. The fact is, all of China's costs are a fraction of our costs \u2014 because labor is a major component of all cost factors. China has a huge advantage in labor, material, overhead, energy, transportation, and, it's greatest advantage \u2014 compliance \u2014 which is zero in China.\nChina is a criminal enterprise, that uses slave labor, and has stolen our technology, our intellectual property, and our jobs, not to improve the lives of its people, but to build up its military, and to enrich the honchos of the Chinese Communist Party. We should not be doing business with China at all.\nChina has zero regard for the environment, worker safety, or human rights. These factors all impose huge costs on US manufacturers.\nWhile we have been practicing naive \"free trade,\" China has been practicing mercantilism, which is the opposite of free trade.\nWe should not be doing business with China at all! We should begin withdrawing by imposing Warren Buffett's recommendation of \"Balanced Trade.\" You can Google it for the whole story. That, alone would bring back millions of high-paying manufacturing jobs. Buffett recommended a 5-year withdrawal period. After that, we should take another five years to end all trade with China. The old Communist plan was to sell us the rope with which we will hang ourselves. This is what has been happening with China for the past 30 years.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"CURATORIAL TEAM 2017\nPHOTO ARCHIVE 2017\nTHEORY PROGRAM 2016\nabout asfaBBQ\n\u200bThe Athens School of Fine Arts [ASFA] barbeque [BBQ] is an international meeting for practitioners, theorists, students and audiences of time-based arts organized by the Theater of ASFA and the Unit of Entrepreneurship and Innovation of ASFA (MoKE).\nThe program of the asfaBBQ is eclectic as it is international, it is inspired by an experimental and restless attitude that tries to renegotiate our relationship through our bodies. A series of performances, workshops and scores of parallel events that take place over ten days in the buildings of the Athens School of Fine Arts, hopes to produce a new society of pleasure, creativity and emancipation.\nasfaBBQ Team\nVassilis Vlastaras Artistic Director of asfaBBQ. He is a visual artist and Associate Professor at the Athens School of Fine Arts. Lives and works in Athens, Greece. He creates large-scale site-specific installations and he experiments with various media in painting, drawing, photography, video, real time video and sound performances and computer interactive installations. His artistic practice examines the relationship between artwork and urban space, the notion of the ephemeral, and the interrelation between spatial movement, material and sound. Currently his work investigates the personal and social implications of loss, oblivion, history, memory and the subsequent acts of remembrance\/ memorialization and the relationships between the appetite for life and the frenzy of death. He has taken part in many exhibition projects, solo and group shows in Greece and abroad.\nGeorgios Papadopoulos PhD, producer of asfaBBQ. He combines economics and philosophical analysis with an exploratory artistic practice. His research gravitates around money and its socioeconomic functions. Between 2008 and 2009 he was Researcher at the Theory Department of the Jan Van Eyck Academy in Maastricht and in 2012 he received the Vil\u00e9m Flusser Award for Artistic Research by the transmediale festival and the University of the Arts (UdK) in Berlin. He has published many articles on Economics, Artistic Research, and Philosophy and two books; Notes Towards A Critique of Money, 2011 and Grexit, 2012.\n\u200bTechnical administration \/ Technical support\nThomas Economacos\nKostas Manousis\nCuretorial Team 2018\n\u200bFYTA (meaning: plants) is a conceptual performance duo aiming at the redefinition of the 'radical' in art, as well as the wiping-out of notions of greek tradition and greekness. FYTA initially started operating as a musical duo, a \"band\", producing their own brand of dyslexic messthetics. In two years, they released 5 (non-)music records, conceptually revolving around metaphors on nature, the 'natural' and naturalised social relations, as well as sabotaging distinctions between the traditional and the modern, exposing the self-importance of the avantgardist and mocking the white-male concept of the precious outsider artist. In their last LP, \"Floweremedies\", they produced 50 tracks for 50 persons, based on a pseudo\/mildly-Lacanian application that the audience had to fill in. The 50 persons varied from friends to total strangers to Greek TV celebrities. At some point they moved on to making videos, having produced \"FYTA go to the british museum\", a parody of greek nationalist Elgin marbles videos, as well as the documentary form, and caused an uproar with their video \"the genes of stupidity\", in which a London laboratory claims to have found a genetic malfunction in Greek DNA. The video received 10.000 views in three days, a huge amount of complaints and the threat to sue, as well as two major TV stations requesting permission to show it. It was eventually removed when the person portrayed in it was physically threatened. Alongside their own work, FYTA are active on curation and facilitation. In October 2013, they organized a mammoth 7-day-long, 50-artist participating situationist burlesque at the Athens Biennale. Within this Bible-inspired holy week, FYTA presented work individually or in collaboration with others, in various formations, and curated others' works on the dystopia of contemporary Greece. The centrepiece of the event was the artwork \"The 100 worst Greeks\" in which the audience had the chance to vote for their own worst league tables, as well as react for\/against some of the edgier inclusions. Finally, in 2014, FYTA started their own record label, FYTINI, for the destablisation of Greek music cliches and creating a space for those alienated and marginalised not just by a mainstream, but by an equally suffocating - and more hypocritical - 'alternative culture' scene.\nThe Ministry of Post-Truth\u2122 is a think tank, curatorial group and creative studio dedicated to the critical analysis of notions of truth, fact, conspiracy, reality, and fake news. Our work is situated at the intersections of epistemology, politics, technology and aesthetics. We are based in Athens and London, with links to Berlin, New York, and New Delhi. The Ministry was formed in response to the ascendance of Donald Trump and the UK's exit from the European Union, two epochal events often considered the consequence of a new form of systematic misinformation. We investigate creative and strategic means of navigating the information apocalypse. The Ministry is an independent organisation with a network of collaborating institutions, universities and cultural foundations.\n\u200b\u200b\u200bThe Athens School of Fine Arts, established in 1837 at 42 Patission St, has ever since provided the infrastructure for the Arts in Greece.\nSince 1992 most of the activities of the Athens School of Fine Arts moved to new premises at 256 Peiraios St, The factory (\u0395\u03c1\u03b3\u03bf\u03c3\u03c4\u03ac\u03c3\u03b9\u03bf).\nThe relocation in a new building that formerly housed the Sikiarides family textile factory, Hellenic Textiles SA, suggested a changed attitude but also new connections to the urban life. Most of the activities of the asfaBBQ will take place in this factory and more specifically in the Theater, the Cinema, the Garden and the classrooms of the School. In addition some of the events, will take place in the new project space of the School Circuits + Currents at 13 Notara & Tositsa St, Exarcheia and Entos\/Ektos project at 44 Panepistimiou St.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"'The Under Presents: Tempest' Live VR Performance Is A Theater-Lover's Dream\nCORRECTION [6\/13\/2020]: The Under Presents: Tempest is available exclusively on Oculus headsets, and not on PC VR as previously stated.\n40 minutes of captivating theatrics brought to life by jaw-dropping visuals and interactive storytelling.\nI'm standing at the center of a grand banquet table surrounded by a wide assortment of delicious foods and fine drink. Alongside me are a handful of other masked players, each of which partaking heavily in the bountiful feast provided to us by a mysterious omnipotent being. Just then, a towering figure appears in the sky above us and commands that each of us act as if we've lost our minds. The craziest performance would earn said player a mysterious prize.\nI began to frantically wave my arms about the air as if possessed by the underworld's clumsiest ghost. Hopping onto the table I began tossing food throughout the dining area and even at the god himself. Pleased with my unstable behavior, my generous overlord dubbed the most unstable of the group, at which point I was awarded by hard-earned treasure.\nThe scene detailed above describes just several minutes of my time with The Under Presents: Tempest, a 40-minute interactive theater experience currently being performed live in VR via Oculus Rift and Oculus Quest headsets. Hosted on Tender Claws' immersive theater platform, The Under Presents, the interactive VR experience takes audiences through a one-of-a-kind live performance of William Shakespeare's classic play, The Tempest, completely reimagined for the VR format. Unlike conventional stage plays, The Under Presents: Tempest relies heavily upon audience participation; the players serve as everyone from the actors to the stage hands, resulting in an immersive theatrical experience unlike anything you'll find running on Broadway.\nDuring a press event this past week, I had the opportunity to take the virtual stage alongside a handful of other theater-goers tuning in remotely from the comfort of their homes. Lead by a professional actor also turning in via VR, our group was transported from whimsical location to whimsical location as we acted our way through a uniquely-crafted rendition of the classic play.\nAt certain points it almost felt like performing a grade school play with some shockingly adult content matter. Taking the shape of several different characters throughout the course of the show, our host\/director guided us through each seen, using a series of god-like powers to cycle through locations, trigger certain atmospheric effects, swap costumes, and perform a variety of other neat tricks to help better immerse users in the experience. This professional performer also serves as an acting coach, assigning characters and providing the motivations behind each action. Seeing as this is The Under Presents, however, players are unable to speak to one another' therefore quite a bit of body acting is involved.\nDuring one portion of the show I auditioned for and was cast as Miranda, daughter of sorcerer Prospero, and was tasked with acting out the role of a beautiful maiden wandering throughout a serene forest. Naturally, I nailed my performance, acting out a series of seductive movements designed to attract the attention of the ultra-hunky Ferdinand, who was being played by another member of our group. While our director, Deirdre\u2014shout out to Deirdre, she was absolutely amazing\u2014guided us through the scene, the other two members of the group took on the role of the wind and performed a series of hypnotic gestures as we flirted awkwardly in VR.\nThroughout the 40-minute performance, each of us played a major role in the story, offering just enough time in the spotlight to feel like a star. While I struggled to understand the appeal of The Under Presents upon its initial release back in 2019, this live theatrical performance shows just how powerful a tool VR can be in regards to storytelling. By combining the immersive capabilities of VR technology with conventional stage acting, Tender Claws is able to offer an interactive narrative experience impossible to recreate in a real-world venue.\nIndividual ticket prices feel a bit high at $15 per showing, but its important to remember that this is so much more than a passive viewing experience. Each session features a performance by a professionally-trained stage actor as they guide you through a fully interactive social\/narrative experience. We're looking at the birth of a brand new genre of VR storytelling; one that makes you the star.\nWhether you're a long-time theater geek or simply a fan of excellent storytelling, The Under Presents: Tempest is 100% worth the price of admission.\nShowings run now through the end of September. Individual shows will take place from 4pm \u2013 8pm PT on weekdays and 11am \u2013 3pm PT on weekends. While The Under Presents itself is free (30 minutes of single-player gameplay included), players interested in catching a showing of Tempest will need to purchase a ticket for $14.99 via The Under Presents on Oculus Rift\/Rift S, Oculus Quest, and SteamVR. Tickets also grant access to an exclusive multiplayer space.\nImage Credit: Tender Claws\nMultiplayer VR Oculus Oculus Quest Oculus Rift Oculus Rift S Social VR Tender Claws The Under Presents The Under Presents: Tempest The Under Presents: Tempest Review VR Live Show VR Theater\n'Return To Castle Wolfenstein' VR Port Heading To Oculus Quest\nRed Bull Flugtag VR Experience Gives You Wings","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"OILERS NOTES: Tough times for Coyotes and Golden Knights\nRobert Tychkowski\nArizona Coyotes goaltender Carter Hutton (40) allows a goal against the St. Louis Blues during the second period at Gila River Arena, Oct. 18, 2021. Photo by Joe Camporeale \/USA TODAY Sports\nThe list of things that aren't going according to plan for the soon-to-be-house-hunting Arizona Coyotes is long enough that goaltending isn't at the top of it, which is saying something when the starter gives up 14 goals on his first 47 shots.\nIt's early enough that the Coyotes (0-2-1 in their first three games) don't seem too concerned about it, but turning the goaltending reins over to Carter Hutton hasn't started out the way they'd hoped.\nAfter losing Darcy Kuemper, Antti Raanta and Adin Hill in the offseason, the Coyotes brought in the 35-year-old former Buffalo Sabre to provide saves on the ice and mentorship in the room.\nBut Hutton gave up all eight goals in an 8-2 loss to Columbus in his Coyotes debut and six more in 36 minutes of a 7-4 loss to St. Louis. Backup Karel Vejmelka started their other game, a 2-1 shootout loss to the Sabres.\nIt's impossibly early to make any sort of determination \u2014 Hutton's 8.75 GAA and .702 save percentage over two games could change dramatically with one solid start \u2014 but the numbers don't look good in the here and now.\n\"If we give him proper support, we will be able to assess his work better,\" said Arizona coach Andr\u00e9 Tourigny. \"I think it's unfair to assess the work of Carter Hutton and make that separate from our team.\n\"Two games he's been in, we had breakdowns for certain periods of time and that is where we got hurt. So we need to address that, and when we give him the proper support, I'm sure 'Huts' will be there, big and tall for us.\"\nTourigny said he started Vejmelka Thursday night against the Oilers for no other reason than that's the schedule he drew before the season started. It's not because he lacks faith in the other guy.\n\"Right now it's a topic, people ask that question, but I don't think it's on Carter Hutton,\" he said. \"It's on everybody, coaches included, to be more consistent and have a solid 60 minutes.\"\nCoyotes defenseman Jakob Chychrun adds that there is usually a lot that goes wrong before a goalie gives up a goal and in the case of the Coyotes, it has.\n\"We left him out to dry (against St. Louis). We all felt horrible because of it,\" he said. \"You just hate to do that to a teammate. That can be a pretty lonely position when you leave a guy out to dry like that. We let him know we weren't good enough for him. It's as simple as that.\"\nKNIGHT TIME\nThe Oilers are right back at it Friday when they hit the Vegas strip for what they hope is the first leg in a battle for first place in the division, and if there was ever a good time to get the Golden Knights, this is it.\nWith three of their best forwards \u2014 Max Pacioretty (broken foot), Mark Stone (undisclosed) and Alex Tuch (shoulder) \u2014 out of the lineup, the Knights might be ripe for the picking.\nAfter a season-opening win over expansion Seattle, the Knights gave up 85 shots in their last two games while being outscored 9-3 by St. Louis and Los Angeles.\n\"It's not been good enough,\" said forward William Karlsson. \"We need to be tighter, especially in the slot. We gave up way too many chances there.\"\nIt's going to be a challenge. Tuch is out three more months with shoulder surgery, Pacioretty is week to week and Stone is out indefinitely. But head coach Pete DeBoer believes they have the mettle in that room to fight back.\n\"My history with this group, when we've played a little bit scared of the situation or the opposition, we've responded,\" DeBoer said.\nGeneral manager Kelly McCrimmon is planning any panic moves to patch the temporary holes, either. It will be up to the remaining Knights to get this thing back on track.\n\"We sure won't be having any 'woe is me,' type of attitude,\" McCrimmon said. \"Teams win short-handed. It heightens the importance of trusting your systems and provides opportunities for players that are going to get larger roles than what they would have if we were fully healthy.\n\"Sometimes, that's where hockey players are found.\"\nLET'S PLAY TWO\nDuring last year's North Division pandemic schedule players remarked how they really liked the idea of playing two road games in the same city and wanted to see the league adopt that as part of the schedule this year.\nNaturally, the league ignored them, but playing back-to-back in either Glendale or Vegas instead of Glendale on Thursday and Vegas on Friday would have been nice.\n\"I enjoyed doing that last year,\" said Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. \"I don't know if it's something they're seriously thinking about in the future, but last year I thought it was really good.\n\"You get settled into a hotel and you had a team lounge to hang out in and you're not travelling quite as much. I enjoyed it.\"\nrtychkowski@postmedia.com\ntwitter.com\/rob_tychkowski\nSign up to receive the Oil Spills newsletter, delivered straight to your inbox each weekday morning. Essential reading for Oilers fans who eat, sleep, breathe the orange and blue. To make sure our newsletter always reaches your inbox, please add oilspills@postmedia.com to your contact list or address book to keep us out of your spam folder.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Home Gear \/ Parts Valentino Rossi 2020 MotoGP Yamaha Livery First Look: 18 Photos\nValentino Rossi 2020 MotoGP Yamaha Livery First Look: 18 Photos\nNine-time motorcycle Grand Prix world champion Valentino Rossi has revealed the livery for his 2020 Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team YZR-M1 factory racer. Rossi is the most successful Yamaha rider in premier class history, with four MotoGP titles for Yamaha. 2020 marks Rossi's 15th season riding a Yamaha. Rossi has also ridden for Honda, where he won three MotoGP titles, and Ducati.\nAlthough it has already been announced that 2020 is Rossi's swan song on the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team\u2014he will be replaced by Fabio Quartararo\u2014the nearly 41-year-old veteran Italian racer is determined to remain competitive. Rossi debuted in GP racing in the 125GP class in 1996.\n\"For some reason, the winter months always seem a lot longer than the summer months during the MotoGP season,\" Rossi observed. \"Those seem to just fly by! Anyway, I'm happy to be on track and to start riding again. I've been able to relax during the stop, and also do some fun riding events, but now it's time to get serious about 2020. I'm very curious to see what steps we can make during the Sepang Test. For sure, Yamaha have prepared some new things for us to try and, anyway, the first laps of the year on a MotoGP bike after the winter break are always a unique sensation. It's always something I really enjoy. For sure, we have a lot of work ahead of us, but the team and I are ready for it.\"\nAfter difficulties over the last two years for the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team, Managing Director of Yamaha Motor Racing Lin Jarvis is promising more for 2020: \"If you scratch beneath the surface, you will find many changes that Yamaha and the team have made to improve the bike, the performance of our riders, and the total working efficiency of our team. We are excited to start this new season, and we believe we can achieve great things this year.\"\nTeam Director of Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Massimo Meregalli is also optimistic for the 2020 MotoGP season: \"Yamaha's Japanese engineers have dedicated a lot of time and effort to developing the M1, and now our riders and engineers will put the new items to the test for the first time.\"\nValentino Rossi's teammate on the 2020 Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team is Maverick Vi\u00f1ales, the 2013 Moto3 World Champion. Supporting the pair as the team test rider is three-time MotoGP World Champion Jorge Lorenzo, who retired at the end of last year's season. Lorenzo won his three MotoGP titles aboard a Yamaha.\nValentino Rossi 2020 MotoGP Gallery\nMonster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team\nPrevious article2020 Ducati Superleggera V4 First Look (14 Fast Facts + 55 Photos)\nNext article2020 TheArsenale x MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR First Look","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Toys and Sporting Goods Products\nWIMBIES\nWIMBIES Trademark Information\nTrademark by J.S. ENGLISH CO.\nstuffed toy animals\nThis is a brand page for the WIMBIES trademark by J.S. ENGLISH CO. in *********, **********, ***** ****.\nWrite a review about a product or service associated with this WIMBIES trademark. Or, contact the owner J.S. ENGLISH CO. of the WIMBIES trademark by filing a request to communicate with the Legal Correspondent for licensing, use, and\/or questions related to the WIMBIES trademark.\nOn Wednesday, February 22, 1995, a U.S. federal trademark registration was filed for WIMBIES. The USPTO has given the WIMBIES trademark serial number of 74637139. The current federal status of this trademark filing is CONTINUED USE NOT FILED WITHIN GRACE PERIOD, UN-REVIVABLE. The correspondent listed for WIMBIES is George L. Pinchak of ********,********, ***** **** . The WIMBIES trademark is filed in the category of Toys and Sporting Goods Products . The description provided to the USPTO for WIMBIES is stuffed toy animals.\nGames and playthings; gymnastic and sporting articles not included in other classes; decorations for Christmas trees.\nWord mark: WIMBIES\nCONTINUED USE NOT FILED WITHIN GRACE PERIOD, UN-REVIVABLE\nGoods and Services: stuffed toy animals\nJ.S. ENGLISH CO.\nMark Drawing Code: Typeset (Words\/letter\/Number)\nGeorge L. Pinchak\nTrademarkia-Network law firms can help you incorporate a business around your WIMBIES trademark in less than 5 minutes. Trademarkia makes the process easy and convenient, so start now!\nGeorge L. Pinchak is a correspondent of WIMBIES trademark.\nPlease Rate and Review for WIMBIES\nWIMBIES is providing stuffed toy animals.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"All issues Volume 41 \/ No 4 (July\u2013August 2010) Vet. Res., 41 4 (2010) 47 Full HTML\nVolume 41, Number 4, July\u2013August 2010\nhttps:\/\/doi.org\/10.1051\/vetres\/2010019\nVet. Res. (2010) 41:47\nInterferon-gamma, interleukin-4 and interleukin-10 production by T helper cells reveals intact Th1 and regulatory TR1 cell activation and a delay of the Th2 cell response in equine neonates and foals\nBettina Wagner1*, Alexandra Burton1 and Dorothy Ainsworth2\n1 Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853, USA\n2 Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853, USA\n* Corresponding author: bw73@cornell.edu\nAccepted: 6 April 2010\nCytokines produced by T helper (Th) cells are important in orchestrating the immune response during health and disease. Recent reports indicated that cytokine mRNA expression in foals is often quantitatively lower than that of adult horses suggesting that foal T cells are not fully mature. Here, peripheral blood mononuclear cells from foals and adult horses were stimulated with phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate and analyzed for intracellular interferon-gamma (IFN-\u03b3), interleukin-4 (IL-4) and IL-10 production, representing the Th1, Th2 and regulatory TR1 cell phenotypes respectively, by flow cytometry. In agreement with previous reports, all three cytokines were quantitatively reduced in foals compared to adults. However, the balance between Th1 and Th2 cytokines (IFN-\u03b3\/IL-4 ratio) showed a clear Th1-biased response in foals by 6 and 12 weeks of life, while similar IFN-\u03b3\/IL-10 ratios were found in foals and adult horses. By day 5 after birth, intracellular IFN-\u03b3 production by foal CD4+ and CD8+ T cells resembled that in adults. Overall, IL-4 production was low in foals. IL-4+ cells peaked at day 5 of age when IL-4 was mainly produced by IgE+ cells. Relative percentages of IL-4+ Th2 cells were significantly lower in foals at all time points. The data suggested that equine neonates and young foals have an impaired Th2 response, that the immune response of foals is Th1 biased, that IFN-\u03b3 production by Th and cytotoxic T cells is qualitatively similar to adult horses, and regulatory IL-10 production by T cells is developmentally mature in foals during the first three months of life.\nKey words: cellular immune response \/ cytokine \/ neonatal immunity \/ T cell differentiation \/ horse\n\u00a9 The authors, published by INRA\/EDP Sciences, 2010\nThis is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial License (http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc\/3.0\/), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any noncommercial medium, provided the original work is properly cited.\nAfter activation T helper (Th) cells develop into different subsets called Th1, Th2, Th17 and regulatory T cells (Treg). These T cell subsets express different cytokines and mediate distinct effector functions during immune responses. Th1 cells are characterized by interferon-gamma (IFN-\u03b3) production and are required in defending against infection with many intracellular pathogens [36]. Th2 cells produce interleukin-4 (IL-4), IL-5, IL-13 and IL-31. They promote the development of antibody mediated immune responses against extracellular bacteria and parasites [27]. Tregs have major functions in maintaining peripheral tolerance, immune regulation, and in limiting inflammation during autoimmune diseases [39]. Treg cells express transforming growth factor beta (TGF-\u03b2) and\/or IL-10 [14]. The most recently discovered Th cell subset is Th17 characterized by the secretion of IL-17. Th17 cells promote inflammation, play a crucial role in the clearance of pathogens during the host immune defense, and also induce inflammatory processes in autoimmune diseases [17].\nIn horses, Th cell subset detection was hampered by the lack of reagents to key cytokines characterizing the different Th cell responses. During the past few years, reagents to detect the production of several equine cytokines became available including monoclonal antibodies (mAb) to equine IL-4 [42] and IL-10 [43]. In addition, various groups have previously shown that a mAb to bovine IFN-\u03b3 cross-reacts with equine IFN-\u03b3 [32, 41]. This antibody enabled the detection of intracellular IFN-\u03b3 production during infection with equine herpesvirus type 1 (EHV-1) and equine influenza virus [6, 30]. Besides the lack of reagents to cytokines, Th cell phenotyping in horses is still restricted by the availability of T cell markers. Although antibodies to CD3, CD4 and CD8 were developed and characterized by two workshops on equine leukocyte antigens [18, 21], reagents for T cell receptors, natural killer cells or CD25 to better identify Treg cells are still missing. Thus far, the only Treg cell subsets that were characterized in horses were (1) a population of CD4+ T cells that simultaneously produces IFN-\u03b3 and IL-10 [43], and (2) a population of CD4+ foxp3 expressing cells that was recently characterized in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC) and endometrial cup cells [8]. The CD4+\/IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-10+ Treg cell subset was named TR1 cells according to a similar cell population identified in humans and mice [14].\nMany investigations have focused on differences in cytokine mRNA expression between equine PBMC isolated from neonates, foals and adult horses. Several parameters of the humoral and cellular immune response of foals were found to be decreased compared to that of adult horses [5, 7, 23, 33] causing some authors to conclude that the foal immune system is \"immunodeficient\". It has also been suggested that the reduced ability of equine neonates to produce IFN-\u03b3 and other pro-inflammatory cytokines enhances their susceptibility to intracellular pathogens [5, 7]. For instance, infection with the intracellular bacterium Rhodococcus equi causes severe respiratory disease in foals but mild or no clinical signs in adult horses [15]. However, in response to antigen stimulation, foal immune cells increased the gene expression of certain cytokines. After infection with R. equi, monocyte-derived dendritic cells from foals increased IL-12 mRNA expression more than cells from adult horses [11]. Foal PBMC also showed a clear up-regulation of IFN-\u03b3 mRNA, a decreased IL-4 gene expression and greater IFN-\u03b3\/IL-4 transcript ratios in response to R. equi infection compared to adult horses [16].\nSimilarly, IFN-\u03b3 production in response to EHV-1 infection was almost undetectable in foals but increased with age [29]. However, the IFN-\u03b3 producing cells in foals and young horses were identified as mainly CD8+ cytotoxic T cells (CTL) [31] which are considered to be associated with protection from disease [3, 19]. In older horses, the EHV-1 specific T cell response shifted towards a CD8\u2212 phenotype resulting in a clear decrease in IFN-\u03b3 producing EHV-1 specific CTL in aged horses [31]. These phenotypic variations in the IFN-\u03b3 producing effectors T cells were believed to offer some explanation for age-dependent differences in the susceptibility to clinical disease induced by R. equi or EHV-1 in foals and adult horses.\nIn addition, mRNA expression studies described a generally decreased ability of neonatal PBMC to express IFN-\u03b3, TGF-\u03b2 and IL-1\u03b1 transcripts in comparison to cells from adult horses [5]. Other cytokines such as IL-8, IL-12 and IL-23 were found to be increased or similarly expressed in PBMC from neonates compared to older foals [20]. Stimulation of PBMC from foals with lipopolysaccharide (LPS) and IFN-\u03b3 also resulted in increased IL-10 mRNA expression compared to PBMC from adult horses [35].\nThese reports indicate that cytokine production and T cell development in foals likely vary depending on the cell type and the antigen-specific stimulus. Because the cytokine network is complex and interactions between immune cells can be manifold, a better understanding of the cytokine production by different immune cells of the horse is required. Here, we compared cytokine responses in foals and adult horses to obtain a broader understanding on the ontogeny of the Th cell response in healthy foals. We analyzed for the first time IFN-\u03b3, IL-4 and IL-10 on a protein and cellular level using intracellular staining and flow cytometric analysis. We also investigated the development of Th1 cells (CD4+\/IFN-\u03b3+), Th2 cells (CD4+\/IL-4+), the TR1 subpopulation of Treg cells (CD4+\/IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-10+) and CTL (CD8+\/IFN-\u03b3+) during the first three months of life. Characterizing differences and similarities of adaptive immunity in foals and adult horses is important in assessing appropriate immune responses in healthy foals, in identifying inappropriate immune regulation in diseased foals, and in developing improved or new vaccination strategies for very young horses.\n2.1. Animals and blood sampling\nHeparinized blood sample were obtained via jungular venipuncture from 18 neonatal foals (day 1\u20132 after birth), 15 foals at day 5, and 15 foals each at 6 and 12 weeks of age, and 15 adult horses using the BD Vaccutainer system (Becton Dickinson, Franklin Lakes, NJ, USA). The horses consisted of Warmbloods, Thoroughbreds, and Thoroughbred crosses. The adult horse group was composed of 15 dams of the foals. The mares were between 8 to 22 years of age (median 14 years) and blood samples for this study were obtained at 12 weeks after birth. Foals were born and raised at the Cornell University Equine Park during the 2007 and 2008 foaling seasons. All animals were clinically healthy throughout the study. After birth, the foals suckled colostrum from their dams ad lib. On day 1, a blood IgG quantification was performed using the Snap Foal IgG test (IDEXX laboratories, Westbrook, ME, USA). All foals had serum IgG levels of > 800 mg\/dL indicating sufficient passive transfer of maternal immunoglobulins.\nAll animal procedures were approved by the Cornell University Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (Ithaca, NY, USA) and were in accordance with the guidelines established by the National Institutes of Health (Bethesda, MD, USA).\n2.2. Cell isolation and fixation\nPBMC were isolated from heparinized blood by density gradient centrifugation (Ficoll-PaqueTM Plus, GE Healthcare, Piscataway, NJ, USA). A total of 6 \u00d7 106 cells\/well were cultured in 6-well plates in cell culture medium (DMEM containing 10% (v\/v) FCS, 1% (v\/v) non essential amino acids, 2 mM L-glutamine, 50 \u03bcM 2-mercaptoethanol, 50 \u03bcg\/mL gentamycin) with Brefeldin A (10 \u03bcg\/mL; Sigma, St. Louis, MO, USA) to block secretion of intracellular proteins. Aliquots of PBMC were either kept in medium or were stimulated with phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA; 25 ng\/mL) and ionomycin (1 \u03bcM; both Sigma) to provoke cytokine production. For a kinetic study on cytokine production, PBMC from four adult mares were stimulated with PMA and ionomycin for 2, 4, 6, 8, 18 and 24 h. All other stimulated samples and medium controls from foals and adult horses were incubated for 4 h in a CO2 incubator. After incubation, the cells were washed in PBS and fixed in 2% formaldehyde for 20 min at room temperature.\n2.3. Intracellular cytokine staining and phenotyping of T cells\nIntracellular staining was performed in saponin buffer (PBS, supplemented with 0.5% (w\/v) BSA, 0.5% (w\/v) saponin and 0.02% (w\/v) NaN3). Monoclonal antibodies to equine IL-4 [42], equine IL-10 [43], and bovine IFN-\u03b3 (MorphoSys, AbD Serotec, Oxford, UK) were used for intracellular staining. The later antibody was previously found to cross-react with equine IFN-\u03b3 [32, 41]. A murine IgG1 isotype control was included in the procedure using an aliquot of the PBMC. After staining of around 1 \u00d7 106 fixed PBMC for 20 min at room temperature, cells were washed twice with saponin buffer and once with PBS\/BSA (PBS, supplemented with 0.5% (w\/v) BSA and 0.02% (w\/v) NaN3). For cell surface staining of T cells, monoclonal antibodies to equine CD4 (HB61A, VMRD, Pullman, WA, USA), equine CD8 (CVS8, kindly provided by Dr Paul Lunn) and equine CD31 were used. Staining of IgE+ cells was performed with monoclonal anti-IgE 176 [40]. Cell surface staining was performed in PBS\/BSA for 10 min at room temperature. Afterwards, the cells were washed once with PBS\/BSA and measured by flow cytometry using a FACSCalibur flow cytometer (BD Biosciences, San Diego, CA, USA). A total of 30 000 events were measured per sample. All antibodies were conjugated to Alexa fluorochromes A647 or A488 (Molecular Probes, Invitrogen, Eugene, OR, USA) according to the protocol provided by the supplier, except for the FITC conjugated anti-bovine IFN-\u03b3 antibody.\nA Shapiro\u2013Wilk normality test was performed on each data set and showed that several variables were not Gaussian distributed. Thus, non-parametric test were used for data analysis. The foal groups at various time points were composed of animals living in the same environment but did not represent sequential samples. Cytokine production in the foal and adult groups and the cytokine ratios between age groups were compared by a Kruskal\u2013Wallis test followed by Dunn's pairwise tests. For example, the total percentages of cytokine producing cells were compared at the lowest age to 2nd lowest, 2nd lowest to 3rd lowest, etc. For the cytokine ratios and the relative percentages of cytokine producing CD4+ and CD8+ cells, we compared each of the foal groups to the adults. The analysis was performed 2-tailed and with 95% confidence intervals. We used 2-sided alpha = 0.05 for significance and did not make additional adjustments for multiplicity beyond those implicit within each Kruskal\u2013Wallis test and its Dunn's test. The statistical calculations were performed using the GraphPad Prism program, version 5.01 (GraphPad Software, La Jolla, CA, USA).\n3.1. Cytokine production and T cell marker expression in PBMC stimulated with PMA and ionomycin\nPBMC from four adult horses were stimulated with PMA and ionomycin for 2 to 24 h to identify the optimal stimulation time for cytokine production. Intracellular cytokines were detectable at all time points of stimulation (Fig. 1B) but not in non-stimulated cells (\u2264 0.4% at all time points). The total percentages of IFN-\u03b3 or IL-10 producing cells showed a significant increase between 4 and 6 h of stimulation (IFN-\u03b3 p = 0.03; IL-10 p = 0.002) and reached a plateau afterwards. The percentage of total IL-4 producing cells also showed a tendency to increase during the first 6 h without being significantly different from the previous time point. Between 8 and 18 h, IL-4 decreased slightly but significantly (p = 0.03). For IFN-\u03b3 and IL-10, we also analyzed individual populations producing only one or both cytokines during 24 h of stimulation (Fig. 1C). Similar to total IFN-\u03b3 and IL-10 producing cells, the single IFN-\u03b3+ or IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-10+ cells increased significantly between 4 and 6 h of stimulation. Single IL-10+ cells increased significantly between 2 and 4 h and then showed a tendency to increase without significant differences from one to the next time point and with increasing variations between horses as indicated by the high standard deviations at 18 and 24 h.\nFlow cytometric analysis of IFN-\u03b3, IL-4 and IL-10 producing PBMC after stimulation with PMA and ionomycin. PBMC were incubated in the presence of the secretion blocker Brefeldin A. Then, they were fixed and intracellular cytokine staining was performed. (A) Non-stimulated PBMC from a 6 week old foal after 4 h of incubation in medium with Brefeldin A. The left plot shows the gating (R1) on peripheral blood lymphocytes that was used for analysis of the data. The remaining three plots show a two-color staining of non-stimulated lymphocytes using anti-CD4 and different anti-cytokine antibodies. Typically, cytokines were not detected in equine peripheral blood lymphocytes in the absence of stimulation. Isotype controls for cytokine staining generally resulted in less than 0.05% of detectable cells. (B and C): PBMC from 4 adult horses were stimulated with PMA and ionomycin for up to 24 h and cytokine expression was measured at various time points. (B) Total percentages of IFN-\u03b3, IL-10 and IL-4 producing cells in the lymphocyte population, (C) Percentages of IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-10+, IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-10\u2212 and IFN-\u03b3\u2212\/IL-10+ cells during 24 h of stimulation. The data in B and C represent means and standard deviations. Differences in cytokine expression from one to the next time point were compared by Student's t-tests. ** p = 0.001 to < 0.01; * p = 0.01 to 0.05; (D) PMA and ionomycin stimulated cells from foals of different ages and adult horses. Double staining of IFN-\u03b3 and IL-4 or (E) IFN-\u03b3 and IL-10. The dot plots show one representative image from a foal or horse of the respective age group.\nIn addition, CD3, CD4 and CD8 expression was compared in stimulated and non-stimulated PBMC (Tab. I). In non-stimulated cells, the percentages of CD3+, CD4+ and CD8+ lymphocytes did not differ during 24 h of incubation. Previous reports have shown that PMA and ionomycin stimulation reduced the expression of CD4. Here, we observed that CD4 and CD8 expression decreased in PMA stimulated lymphocytes compared to non-stimulated cells, while CD3 expression was not effected by the treatment. Within the CD3+ cells, the percentages of cells expressing CD8 were up to two-fold higher in non-stimulated samples than after PMA stimulation. Significant differences in the stimulated samples were observed between 2 and 4 h (p = 0.0498), and 4 and 6 h (p = 0.0079). Longer stimulation did not alter the percentage of CD8+ cells any further. In contrast, the expression of CD4 decreased constantly in stimulated cells, with the exception of a slight increase between 4 and 6 h of stimulation (p = 0.0248). The ratios of CD4+ T cells in non-stimulated versus stimulated cells ranged from 1.37 at 2 h, 2.41 at 4 h, up to 9.11 at 24 h.\nTable I.\nFlow cytometric analysis of T cell marker expression in equine PBMC (n = 4) after stimulation with PMA and ionomycin (PMA) or in non-stimulated cells (med).\nBecause one major goal of this study was to investigate cytokine production in Th and TR1 cells, CD4 detection was crucial for the analysis by flow cytometry. All following experiments used PMA and ionomycin stimulation for 4 h to obtain sufficient cytokine production, while CD4 expression was still in an acceptable range. Although cytokine production and CD4 and CD8 expression were slightly higher in adult horses after 6 h compared to 4 h, we did not perform stimulations for 6 h because the cell recovery rate clearly decreased during the first 8 h of stimulation with PMA (data not shown) and cells of neonates were often very sensitive to the treatment resulting in even higher cell losses.\n3.2. Cytokine production in foals at different ages\nTo analyze the production of IL-4, IFN-\u03b3 and IL-10 cytokines in foals during the first three months of life, PBMC were stimulated in vitro and intracellular cytokine production in lymphocytes was analyzed by flow cytometric analysis. Non-stimulated PBMC were run as experimental controls and did not contain detectable amounts of IL-4, IFN-\u03b3 and IL-10 (Fig. 1A) with the only exception being a small but distinct population of IL-4 producing cells evident in non-stimulated samples from 5-day old foals. PMA treatment of PBMC obtained from newborn and day 5 old foals resulted in low numbers of cytokine producing cells (Fig. 1D and E). Then, the total percentages of cells producing IFN-\u03b3 (Fig. 2A) and IL-10 (Fig. 2B) increased until 6 weeks of age and stayed at a similar level by 12 weeks of age. In contrast, the IL-4 production peaked in foals at day 5, decreased slightly but not significantly by 6 weeks and did not differ between 6 and 12 weeks of age (Fig. 2C). For all three cytokines analyzed in the foals, adult levels were not reached by 12 weeks of age.\nTotal percentages of (A) IFN-\u03b3, (B) IL-10 and (C) IL-4 producing lymphocytes in neonates (n = 18), foals until 12 weeks of age (n = 15) and in adult horses (n = 15). PBMC were stimulated with PMA and ionomycin. The cells were stained for intracellular cytokine production and were analyzed by flow cytometry. The percentages include all cells producing the respective cytokine including double positive cells. The horizontal lines within the data sets represent medians. *** p < 0.001; ** p = 0.001 to < 0.01; * p = 0.01 to 0.05; ns = not significant.\n3.3. Ratios of IFN-\u03b3\/IL-4 and IFN-\u03b3\/IL-10 in foals and adult horses\nCytokines are mediators of the cellular immune response and the balance of Th1, Th2 and Treg cells crucially influences the initiation and outcome of the immune response. One could hypothesize that comparable ratios of respective cytokines might result in similar immune responses in foals and adults, even if total numbers of cytokine producing cells differ with age. To analyze the relative concentrations of cytokines in foals and adult horses, we calculated the ratios of IFN-\u03b3\/IL-4 (Fig. 3A) and IFN-\u03b3\/IL-10 (Fig. 3B) using the total cytokine production in equine lymphocytes stimulated with PMA and ionomycin. The IFN-\u03b3\/IL-4 ratios in neonates at day 1\u20132 and day 5 after birth were similar to adult horses. At 6 and 12 weeks of age the IFN-\u03b3\/IL-4 ratios in foals were significantly increased compared to adult horses. In contrast, the IFN-\u03b3\/IL-10 ratios were not significantly different in neonates or foals compared to adult horses (p = 0.696).\nRatios of (A) IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-4+ and (B) IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-10+ lymphocytes in foals up to 3 months of age and adult horses. PBMC were stimulated with PMA and ionomycin. The cells were stained for intracellular cytokine production and measured by flow cytometry. The total percentages of IFN-\u03b3, IL-4 and IL-10 producing lymphocytes were determined and ratios were calculated for the respective cytokines. The horizontal lines within the data points show the medians. *** p < 0.001; * p = 0.01 to 0.05.\n3.4. Phenotyping of IFN-\u03b3+ T cells\nTo investigate whether phenotypic differences of IFN-\u03b3 producing T cells could be identified between foals and adult horses, cells were double stained for IFN-\u03b3 and with CD4 or CD8 to identify Th cells and CTL respectively (Fig. 4). The percentages of IFN-\u03b3+ cells within the two T cell populations were determined. Compared to adults, 1\u20132 days old foals had significantly fewer CD4+\/IFN-\u03b3+ cells (Fig. 4B) and a slightly increased but not significantly higher percentage of CD8+\/IFN-\u03b3+ cells (Fig. 4C). Five days old foals had a trend towards greater percentages of CD4+\/IFN-\u03b3+ cells and fewer CD8+\/IFN-\u03b3+ cells compared to adult horses, but these differences were not significant. The percentages of CD4+ or CD8+\/IFN-\u03b3+ cells of older foals were similar to adult horses.\nFlow cytometric analysis of CD4+ and CD8+ IFN-\u03b3 producing lymphocytes. PBMC from foals of different age groups and from adult horses were stimulated with PMA and ionomycin. The cells were stained for intracellular IFN-\u03b3 and cell surface CD4 or CD8 expression. (A) Flow cytometric analysis of one representative horse per age group. (B) Relative percentages of CD4+\/IFN-\u03b3+ and (C) CD8+\/IFN-\u03b3+ T cells in foals and adult horses within the IFN-\u03b3 producing cells (= 100%). (D) Percentages of IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-10+ lymphocytes in foals and adult horses. (E) A tri-color staining was performed on stimulated PBMC to confirm that the majority of the IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-10+ cells are CD4+ T cells. Gates were set on lymphocytes (see Fig. 1A) and on IFN-\u03b3+ cells (left panel). The IFN-\u03b3+ lymphocytes were then analyzed for IL-10 and CD4 staining (right panel). The horizontal lines within the data sets B, C and D represent medians. *** p < 0.001; ** p = 0.001 to < 0.01; ns = not significant.\nA third T cell population that simultaneously produces IFN-\u03b3 and IL-10 are TR1 cells. These regulatory T cells also express CD4. IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-10+ cells were clearly detectable in foals at 6 and 12 weeks of age (Fig. 4D) and represented the majority of the IL-10+ cells in foals and adult horses (Fig. 1C and E). Previous studies and data obtained here showed that 84.3 \u00b1 3.3% of the IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-10+ lymphocytes are CD4+ TR1 cells (Fig. 4E). Within the total CD4+\/IFN-\u03b3+ cell population of adult horses, TR1 cells accounted for approximately 9%, while 91% of the CD4+\/IFN-\u03b3+ lymphocytes produced IFN-\u03b3 only, and thus represented Th1 cells. In foals, the relative amounts of IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-10+ cells within the total IFN-\u03b3+ cells was 2.4% at 5 days, 6.9% at 6 weeks and 6.7% at 12 weeks of age. However, a significant lower amount of IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-10+ cells was only found for foals at day 5 of age compared to adult horses (p < 0.001). The relative amounts of IFN-\u03b3+\/IL-10+ cells from older foals did not differ from those of adult horses.\n3.5. Phenotyping of IL-4+ cells\nIL-4 producing cells in non-stimulated PBMC from foals directly after birth were previously shown to be CD4\u2212 cells. The IL-4+ cells had IgE bound to their surface and were characterized as basophils. To determine whether IL-4 production could be provoked in T cells from neonates and foals, PBMC were stimulated with PMA and ionomycin and double stained for intracellular IL-4 and cell surface CD4 or IgE.\nPMA stimulation of PBMC from adult horses consistently induced IL-4 production in CD4+ T cells (Fig. 5) resulting in 87% of CD4+\/IL-4+ cells and 5% of IgE+\/IL-4+ cells. Although the total percentages of IL-4+ cells in foals were significantly lower than in adult horses at all time points (Fig. 2C), the percentage of CD4+\/IL-4+ cells consistently increased from 8% at birth to 62% at 12 weeks of age (Fig. 5B). In contrast, the percentage of IgE+\/IL-4+ cells progressively decreased from 95% in newborn foals to 17% at 12 weeks of age. In summary, PMA induced IL-4 production by Th cells was almost undetectable in newborn foals, when IL-4 was mainly produced by IgE+ cells. Then, IL-4 production by Th cells increased slowly with age. At 12 weeks of life, the relative percentage of CD4+ IL-4 producing cells had still a tendency of being reduced compared to adult horses. However, this difference was not significant anymore.\nIL-4 producing CD4+ and IgE+ cells from foals and adult horses were measured by flow cytometry. PBMC were stimulated with PMA and ionocmycin. The cells were stained for intracellular IL-4 and cell surface CD4 or IgE. (A) A representative image from a horse of each age group is shown. (B) The total number of IL-4+ cells was normalized to 100% and the relative numbers of IL-4 producing CD4+ cells (%) were calculated for each horse. Medians are shown as horizontal lines within the data points of each group. *** p < 0.001; ns = not significant.\nCytokines are potent regulators of innate and adaptive immune responses. Their fine-tuning is crucial for the successful development of immunity and protection from disease. However, the interactions of cytokines with cells are manifold and result in a complex network of activating and suppressive mechanisms [1, 25, 27, 37, 38].\nCytokines produced by different Th cell subsets play major roles in orchestrating the adaptive immune response during infectious disease. The inability of foals to respond to infection or vaccination comparable to that of adult horses has often been interpreted to reflect \"immunodeficiency\" and was believed to be a reason for the increased susceptibility of foals to intracellular pathogens such as R. equi [5, 7, 20]. Other authors have suggested that foal immune system exhibits a Th2-bias [5, 23, 26]. This conclusion might have been drawn from a paradigm in neonatal mice indicating a Th2 dominated immune response, although strong Th1 responses have been induced depending on the experimental conditions [4, 12, 13]. In contrast, data on human neonatal T cells did not support that T cells are Th2 polarized and rather point towards a Th1 or Th0 type response in human neonates [2, 9, 22].\nIn this study, we analyzed the protein expression of three key cytokines, representing Th1 (IFN-\u03b3), Th2 (IL-4) and TR1 (IL-10 and IFN-\u03b3) responses, to investigate the development of Th cell responses in foals during the first three months of life. Previous studies on the induction of adaptive immune responses in foals and adult horses have focused on the expression of mRNA [5, 11, 16, 20, 35] but failed to provide detailed information about the cellular source of cytokine production. For example, IFN-\u03b3 mRNA up-regulation in PBMC could originate from several cell types such as Th cells, CTL or NK cells and would not necessarily represent a Th1 response. Similarly, other authors have analyzed the production of a single cytokine (IFN-\u03b3), at the protein level with or without regard to the cell type [7, 29, 31]. This work has shown that IFN-\u03b3 protein and mRNA expression after PMA stimulation of PBMC from foals attained adult levels at around one year of age [7]. We also observed reduced IFN-\u03b3 production in neonates and older foals compared to adult horses after PMA stimulation. Similarly, the IL-10 and IL-4 production was clearly reduced in neonatal and foal PBMC when compared to adult cells. This showed that the PMA induced production of all three cytokines, IFN-\u03b3, IL-4 and IL-10, is quantitatively lower in foals than in adult horses.\nPMA is a structural analog to diacylglycerol and activates protein kinase C (PKC). PMA can activate different cell populations via this pathway, including T cells, B cells, basophils, mast cells and various other cell types. In T cells, the same intracellular signaling pathway is used following antigen-specific T cell receptor (TCR) activation resulting in T cell differentiation and cytokine production. Similarly, PMA can activate T cells independent of their TCR specificity by directly inducing PKC and cytokine production [45]. Thus, PMA stimulation of PBMC results in a polyclonal cytokine response of the na\u00efve T cell pool, yielding insight into the general potential of these cells to produce cytokines. However, the quantitatively reduced cytokine response to PMA in foals compared to adult horses does not necessarily mean that antigen-specific T cell activation would also result in a non-protective immune response in foals. For example, by comparing responses to R. equi infection in healthy foals and adult horses, monocyte-derived dendritic cells from foals responded with increased IL-12 mRNA expression, the innate cytokine which triggers Th1 cell development [11]. Healthy foals also showed an up-regulation of IFN-\u03b3 mRNA, a decreased expression of IL-4 and increased IFN-\u03b3\/IL-4 transcript ratios in response to R. equi [16]. In another pathogen model, the IFN-\u03b3 production in response to EHV-1 was found to be low in foal PBMC but the EHV-1 induced IFN-\u03b3 producing cells were mainly protective CD8+ CTL [29, 31]. In contrast, aged horses which have a higher susceptibility to EHV-1 infection, showed a clear decrease in IFN-\u03b3 producing EHV-1 specific CTL [31]. Thus, the antigen-specific T cell response to a specific pathogen can still be sufficient and protective in the foals even if the response varies quantitatively from adult horses.\nTwenty years ago, Mosmann and Coffman [27] published their famous studies on the induction of Th1 and Th2 pathways in the Leishmania major model in mice. Since then, it is well accepted that the balance of Th cell cytokines is crucial for the outcome of the adaptive immune response and the development of immunity and protection to infectious diseases. Today, this general concept still has important implications for vaccine development. Classic vaccine formulations were often found to be less effective in young foals. To develop protective vaccine strategies for foals early in life, it is important to understand differences and similarities of neonatal and adult immune responses in healthy horses. One way to analyze qualitative parameters of the adaptive immune response is to determine the balance of cytokines produced by Th cells. Despite the quantitative reduction of IFN-\u03b3 produced by foal CD4+ cells compared to adult cells, our data demonstrated that the balance of Th1\/Th2 cytokines in foals was highly dependent on age and biased towards the Th1 phenotype. A reduced Th1\/Th2 cytokine profile compared to adults was only observed on day 5 after birth and was mainly due to the peak in IL-4 production by IgE+ cells. In 6 and 12 weeks old foals, the T cell response showed a clear Th1 dominated cytokine profile. In addition, adult-like IFN-\u03b3\/IL-10 ratios and the IFN-\u03b3 production by Th cells or CTL were evident within 5 days of birth. Collectively these data demonstrated that T cells from equine neonates and foals are competent in mounting Th1, CTL and TR1 responses that are qualitatively similar to those observed in adult horses.\nIn addition, we found that equine neonates and foals had an impaired Th2 response that did not reach adult-like levels even by 3 months of age and that the IL-4 production in neonates and very young foals originated mainly from IgE+ basophils and not from T cells. These data challenge the dogma that equine neonates and foals mount Th2 biased immune responses [5, 23, 26]. Similarly, non-stimulated neonatal basophils isolated around day 5 after birth produced IL-4 and increased IL-4 secretion from these cells was observed after stimulation with anti-IgE [44]. Recent reports derived from humans or experimental mouse models provide increasing evidence that basophils are the most important innate inducers of Th2 cell differentiation during allergic conditions and responses to parasites by providing the early IL-4 signal that initiates the polarization of Th cells towards the Th2 phenotype [10, 24, 28, 34]. Similarly, basophil derived IL-4 could provide the innate trigger to initiate Th2 differentiation in equine neonatal T cells. However, although IL-4 from basophils was detectable during the first week of life, we observed a clear delay in the development of IL-4 producing Th cells in foals. Thus, an immediate or broad influence of the early IL-4 production by basophils on the development of Th2 immunity is rather unlikely.\nOverall, the T cell response in neonatal foals to PMA reported here and by others using antigen specific stimuli [16, 29, 31] more closely resembled immune responses in human as compared to murine neonates. Human neonatal T cells were also found to develop weak IL-2 and IFN-\u03b3 responses and proliferated poorly in response to TCR mediated stimulation. 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{"text":"Which Departing 'Shameless' Cast Member Will Return for Season 10\nShameless fans said \"goodbye\" to the glue that the Gallagher family often held together. As she tried to rise in Chicago's Southside, Fiona Gallagher, played by Emmy Rossum, decided it was time to break free.\nRossum closed the season, her departure being the main focus of the season finale of season 9. Now that she no longer had to be the family mother, Fiona failed, which meant interference with the law. Her lawyer and her brother Ian advised her to leave the area and eventually grow up. So she did.\nAlthough Fiona may have flown to the south (because she said she had the winters in Chicago), will she be back? Or will other characters who were planning to leave be back?\nThis is what Rossum says about returning next year\nRossum spoke to Entertainment Weekly about the evolution she was going through during her tenure as shameless. \"I was 23 when the show started and it was quite remarkable the trust it gave me,\" Rossum said. \"It has been a long, beautiful journey and I am so close to my Gallagher family that it is pretty bittersweet to walk away, but it felt like it was time for the character to spread her wings and that there was less need for hair, I never want something to just feel like a job and so I leave while I still love it. \"\nAt the age of 32, Rossum said she wanted to leave her character on the resurgence. \"I've always wanted Fiona to go to a high level and I've campaigned from the beginning, Fiona is not just in my heart, but I think it's kind of a pillar of power in the family,\" she said.\nFinal episode tonight. Here is a picture taken eight years ago during our pilot. Today, 110 episodes later, I am filled with gratitude for my shameless family and for our faithful audience. I'll be watching with love and can't wait to see what comes next. \u2764\ufe0f\nA post shared by Emmy Rossum (@emmy) on Mar 10, 2019 at 9:32am PDT\nSo is the door still open for a possible guest star return? \"I would never close my door for the family,\" she said. \"As I said in what I've written and what I've said to them repeatedly, they just have to think that I'm in trouble.\" As she says, never say never, she is not sure how much more story about Fiona should be told.\nBut this character will return\nActor Cameron Monaghan, who plays Ian, also announced that he would not return to the series either. Monaghan stepped back from Shameless earlier this season after Ian was sentenced to jail. And while he no longer performed, he appeared in the final of season 9 to give Fiona advice on leaving the city.\nAlthough he had already announced his departure, Monaghan agreed to resume his role as Ian for season 10. He told ET why he decided to return. \"I took some time away and spoke to John Wells, the show runner, about possible things we could do with the character in the future,\" he said. \"And we came both creatively and financially in a place where I felt comfortable coming back.Much of that had to do with what we were going to do with the story, so I'm very glad I can go back and do that . \"\nSis. \u2764\ufe0f #Shameless\nA post shared by Cameron Monaghan (@cameronmonaghan) on Mar 10, 2019 at 8:14pm PDT\nMonaghan confirmed that his character will return for the entire season, but added that he has only been registered for one season. But \"It does not mean I'm against it [extra seasons] It's just \u2026 it's just as creative as it is,\" he added. \"It's just doing business well and taking care of what I want to do as an actor.\"\nPrevious article 'American Idol' Are the Judges Really Friends ?\nNext article This Toxic Herbicide Was Found In Breast Milk\n'American Idol' Are the Judges Really Friends ?\nThis Toxic Herbicide Was Found In Breast Milk","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Louisa May Alcott is My Passion\nBegun in 2010, this blog offers analysis and reflection by Susan Bailey on the life, works and legacy of Louisa May Alcott and her family. Susan is an active member and supporter of the Louisa May Alcott Society, the Fruitlands Museum and Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House.\nAdult Biographies\nJuvenile Biographies\nBooks by friends of the Alcotts\nJournals & Letters\nAs an actress\nIdeas on feminism\n19th century medicine\nLittle Women Posts\nLittle Men Posts\nJo's Boys posts\nAn Old-Fashioned Girl posts\nEight Cousins posts\nRose in Bloom posts\nMoods Posts\nWork A Story of Experience posts\nHospital Sketches\nA Long Fatal Love-Chase\n\"Blood & Thunder\" tales\nAlcott Scholars\nLiterary Critique\nAdult Fan Fiction\nJuvenile Fan Fiction\nAlcott Family Letters\nBronson Alcott\nAbba Alcott\nAnna Alcott Pratt\nElizabeth Sewall Alcott\nLizzie Alcott's Hillside Diary\nMay Alcott Nieriker\nConcord Homes\nOrchard House Virtual Tour\nThe Wayside\nFinal Resting Places\nMay Alcott in Paris\nSusan's writing\nESSAYS and PRESENTATIONS\n\"From Metaphysics and Christian Science to 'Little Women:' The Alcott Family's Connections to Swampscott and Lynn\"\n\"Housekeeping ain't no joke \u2026\" Victorian huswifery with the Alcotts (presentation with audio)\nDiscovery of Anna Alcott\/John Pratt photos\nThe True Origins of the P.C. and the P.O.\nFact, fiction and in-between: Reading Louisa May Alcott with discernment\nBookTrib Reviews and Articles\nFrom My Garret\u2013Ruminating on Writing\nSusan's Public Appearances\nOther Events and Get-togethers\nLittle Women Sesquicentennial\nUsing this blog to work for you\nAlcott scholar videos\/presentations\nTribute to Louisa & Lizzie\nFruitlands Museum\nLittle Women 150\nLittle Women Blog by Trix Wilkens\nMy Growing Library\n2019-2020 Louisa May Alcott Readalong on Youtube\nStudents: Online research resources\nCome Visit Concord\nConcord Dramatic Union\n19th century womanhood\nWriting for Magazines and Websites\nPosted on January 17, 2012 August 27, 2012 by susanwbailey\nIntimate letters\nWell, I haven't finished it yet but I wanted to share the second anecdotal volume I got from the Worcester Public Library, Little Women Letters from the House of Alcott by Jessie Bonstelle and Marian De Forest, published in 1914.\nOrigin of the book \u2013 inspired by Jo\nBoth women felt compelled to compile this little book after a day (and all night long) pilgrimage to Concord and Orchard House. Jo March had been a strong influence in their lives:\n\"In the case of the two editors, both from early childhood found their inspiration in Jo. One, patterning after her idol, sought success in a stage career, beginning to \"act\" before a mirror, with a kitchen apron for a train and a buttonhook for a dagger. The other, always with a pencil in hand, first copied Jo by writing 'lurid tales' for the weekly sensation papers, and later emerged into Newspaper Row.\"\nFruit of the pilgrimage\nAfter visiting Orchard House and pouring over the actual journals and letters of the family, the authors asked permission of the Louisa May Alcott Memorial Society to reprint some of the material. After encountering some resistance (\"And, asking, they were refused, because of a feeling that the letters and journals were intimate family records, to be read, not by the many, but by the few. This same sentiment withheld the dramatization of \"Little Women\" for many years.\"), Bonstelle and De Forest were finally granted permission after arguing that the Alcotts were public personalities and therefore the intimate family letters and journals belonged to the world.\nAnd thus we have, I believe, the first volume to reveal these letters (except perhaps for Ednah Dow Cheney's book, Louisa M. Alcott, Her Life, Letters and Journals, though I am not sure because I haven't read her book yet).\nValue of the book\nAlthough the book is overly sentimental, there is a lot of value in these letters, especially if you learn to read between the lines.\nWhile I haven't yet finished the book, I've read enough to see the striking difference in tone between the letters Bronson Alcott wrote to his eldest daughter Anna, and the ones he wrote to Louisa.\nGood daughter, bad daughter\nMany have said that Anna was Bronson's favorite for she best represented his personality. She also affirmed his theories about children and the Divine that resided in them.\nLouisa, on the other hand, threw a monkey wrench into those theories.\nWhat resulted was a lifelong silent battle between father and daughter as the daughter sought to live her life authentically while the father tried to fit a square peg into a round hole. The result was a frustrated father and a daughter with a skewed self-image, burdened with guilt.\nBronson writes of Anna, \"She is happier, more capable of self control, more docile and obeys from love and faith. She has fine elements for excellence, moral and intellectual.\"\nAnd he writes of Louisa, \" \"Louisa is practical, energetic. The first imagines much more than she can realize; the second, by force of will and practical talent, realizes all that she conceives\u2014but conceives less; understanding, rather than imagination\u2014the gift of her sister\u2014seems to be her prominent faculty.\"\nNo problem there. But then we get into the letters. Here's one he wrote to Anna (bold is my emphasis):\nLettters to Anna\n\"For Anna\nYou were once pleased, my daughter, with a little note which I wrote you on Christmas Eve, concerning the birth of Jesus. I am now going to write a few words about your own Birth. Mother and I had no child. We wanted one\u2014a little girl just like you; and we thought how you would look, and waited a good while for you to come, so that we might see you and have you for our own. At last you came. We felt so happy that joy stood in our eyes. You looked just as we wanted to have you. You were draped in a pretty little white frock, and father took you in his arms every day, and we loved you very much. Your large bright eyes looked lovingly into ours, and you soon learned to love and know us. When you were a few weeks old, you smiled on us. We lived then in Germantown. It is now more than eight years since this happened, but I sometimes see the same look and the same smile on your face, and feel that my daughter is yet good and pure. O keep it there, my daughter, and never lose it.\nGentle instruction\nIn these little excerpts from a second letter, Bronson offers instruction to Anna:\n\"First-Your Manners. Try to be gentle . . . Love is gentle: Hate is violent . . . Second: Be Patient . . . Patience is, indeed, angelic; it is the Gate that opens into the House of Happiness . . . Third: Be Resolute: Shake off all Sluggishness, and follow your Confidence as fast as your feelings, your thoughts, your eye, your hand, your foot, will carry you. Hate all excuses: almost always, these are lies. Be quick in your obedience . . . Resolution is the ladder to Happiness . . . Fourth: Be Diligent . . . Halfness is almost as bad as nothing: be whole then in all you do and say.\" (I particularly love the wisdom of being resolute!)\nA study in contrasts\nAnd now, notice the difference in tone as Bronson addresses Louisa (this was given to her on her birthday \u2013 bold is my emphasis):\n\"For Louisa\nMy Daughter,\nYou are Seven years old to-day and your Father is forty. You have learned a great many things, since you have lived in a Body, about things going on around you and within you. You know how to think, how to resolve, how to love, and how to obey. You feel your Conscience, and have no real pleasure unless you obey it. You cannot love yourself, or anyone else, when you do not mind its commandments. It asks you always to BE GOOD, and bears, O how gently! how patiently! with all endeavors to hate, and treat it cruelly. How kindly it bears with you all the while. How sweetly it whispers Happiness in your HEART when you Obey its soft words. How it smiles upon you, and makes you Glad when you Resolve to Obey it! How terrible its punishments. It is GOD trying in your soul to keep you always Good.\nYou begin, my dear daughter, another year this morning. Your Father, your Mother, and Sisters, with your little friends, show their love on this your Birthday, by giving you this BOX. Open it, and take what is in it, and the best wishes of\nYour Father.\nBeach Street,\nFriday morning, Nov. 29, 1839.\"\nOn a mission to save\nYou can see in the illustration all the use of capital letters, exclamation points and underscores revealing the amount of emotion that went into this letter. Bronson was on a mission with Louisa to save her soul: his own words indicate that he felt it his vocation to save all children: \"I shall redeem infancy and childhood, and, if a Saviour of Adults was given in the person of Jesus, let me, without impiety or arrogance, regard myself as the Children's Saviour. Divine are both missions.\"\nA spirit Bronson could not accept\nWhile I believe his intentions were rooted in love for Louisa, it's obvious he could not accept her as she was. The willfulness, stubborn tendencies, mood swings, temper, etc. flew in the face of his theories of children as home to the Divine Spirit. This second daughter to him was more like the devil, and he felt compelled to save her.\nA father in tune with his children\nYet, there is much to admire about Bronson as a father. His affinity with the childish mind and the attention to the details of their lives is unusual, more maternal than paternal. He knew exactly what made a child tick as shown in this letter to Louisa. She had run away from home (apparently she was with her grandfather \u2013 no explanation of how she got there) and he was trying to coax her back (bold is my emphasis):\n\"Cottage, Sunday June 21st,\nWe all miss the noisy little girl who used to make house and garden, barn and field, ring with her footsteps, and even the hens and chickens seem to miss her too. Right glad would father and mother, Anna and Elizabeth, and all the little mates at School, and Miss Russell, the House Playroom, Dolls, Hoop, Garden, Flowers, Fields, Woods and Brooks, all be to see and answer the voice and footsteps, the eye and hand of heir little companion. But yet all make themselves happy and beautiful without her; all seem to say, \"Be Good, little Miss, while away from us, and when we meet again we shall love and please one another all the more; we find how much we love now we are separated.\"\nI wished you here very much on the morning when the Hen left her nest and came proudly down with six little chickens, everyone knowing how to walk, fly, eat and drink almost as well as its own mother; to-day (Sunday) they all came to see the house and took their breakfast from their nice little feeding trough; you would have enjoyed the sight very much. But this and many other pleasures all wait for you when you return. Be good, kind, gentle, while you are away, step lightly, and speak soft about the house;\nGrandpa loves quiet, as well as your sober father and other grown people.\nElizabeth says often, \"Oh I wish I could see Louisa, when will she come home, Mother?\" And another feels so too; who is it?\nHis notice of such detail endeared him to me. Yes, he was manipulating his daughter (and often this manipulation became dangerous) but how many fathers take the time to notice these little things in the lives of their children? This is usually the mother's strength (and in this family, it was).\nThis is just a taste of Little Women Letters from the House of Alcott. It doesn't appear to offer much at first glance, but if you're a detective like me, there is a lot to find.\nHave you ever read any of the letters and\/or journals of the Alcott family? What was your impression?\nClick to Tweet & Share: Read intimate letters between the Alcott children & their parents http:\/\/wp.me\/p125Rp-IL\nAre you passionate about Louisa May Alcott too?\nSend an email to louisamayalcottismypassion@gmail.com\nto subscribe, and never miss a post!\nFacebook Louisa May Alcott is My Passion\nMore About Louisa on Twitter\nCategoriesAnna Alcott Pratt, Bronson Alcott, edited by Jessie Bonstelle and Marian De Forest, Journals & Letters, Little Women Letters from the House of Alcott Tagsanecdotes about the Alcotts, Anna Alcott Pratt, Bronson Alcott, Little Women Letters from the House of Alcott edited by Jessie Bonstelle and Marian De Forest\n10 Replies to \"Intimate letters\"\nPingback: What were Bronson Alcott's educational reforms? Here's a simpler approach \u00ab Louisa May Alcott is My Passion\njbee says:\nI *think*, but I'm not positive, that she was sent to her grandfather because Abba was about to give birth to May, and Louisa was too much for Abba to handle that late in her pregnancy (especially after the miscarriages and other issues Abba had had recently). I can't remember where I read that. May was born about a month after that was written. I could be remembering it wrong, though.\nsusanwbailey says:\nThat is true, I have read that in Matteson's book. I think the authors of Little Women Letters from the House of Alcott got a bit confused with the facts. Louisa was certainly known to run away from home but she was in fact sent to her grandfather's at the time you suggest.\nOh, and I am halfway through Little Women Abroad, the collected letters of LMA and May when they were in Europe. I am enjoying it, but it is slow reading because of the footnotes, so I'm taking it in small doses. It is interesting to read the letters and compare them to the anecdotes in Shawl Straps (she used the letters to write Shawl Straps).\nOh that's a good idea, a good way to read that book.\nJillian \u2663 says:\nThese letters made me misty-eyed \u2014 especially those to Anna. I don't think he was all bad, though he simply didn't understand Louisa. I think in some ways, with the daughters he understood, he must have been a very good father.\nI agree. He showed an unusual tenderness towards his children. See, this is why these anecdotal books have their value. They're frustrating because there are no footnotes and there is a lot of heresay and speculation. But at the same time, it presents impressions by average people of extraordinary ones. In the end I am getting a much more well-rounded look at Bronson especially. And I'm getting details on the \"lesser knowns\" like Anna and Lizzie. There's a lot on Anna that I plan to share soon from both books.\nI actually went back to the Worcester Library today and asked if I could buy these books since they had fallen off the radar. They said they couldn't sell them because it being a city library and it being the 2nd or third largest city in our state, that it is a repository for such old books. That satisfied me and at least I have the e-books. \ud83d\ude42\np.s. I am also getting the impression from the Little Women Letters from the House of Alcott that the authors felt that Bronson's attempts to form Louisa into a more conventional woman was quite acceptable for the time and they appear to admire him for it. We have a very different perspective today, having greater respect for those who don't fit the mold (though it's certainly not a perfect world!)\nQNPoohBear says:\nThe public library has a copy of this book! I'll have to look for it next week. I have an 1890s copy of Life, Letters, Journals and I must have read some excerpts from Louisa's childhood journals at some point. It's always fascinating to read first hand accounts. I love diaries!\nMe too. Yesterday at Houghton Library I read some of Anna's early diaries and photographed a copy of Lizzie's diary from Hillside so I could pour over it. They remind me of my mother's childhood diaries.\nLeave a Reply to jbee Cancel reply\nPrevious PostPrevious Getting to know the Alcotts through neighbors and friends\nNext PostNext Complete list of stories from the Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag series\nis My Passion\nBegun in 2010, this blog offers analysis and reflection by Susan Bailey on the life, works, and legacy of Louisa May Alcott and her family. 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An intriguing idea for a book, no? And there's no better person to write it than Susan Bailey.\" Lori Erickson, The Holy Rover on Patheos\n\"I never fully realized how much spiritual content is integrated into her body of work. Ms. Bailey extracts beautiful and uplifting passages and pairs them with Biblical ones that make similar points. It includes some of Alcott's less well known works which makes me want to read those that I have missed.\" Diane Brandi\nSusan Bailey has compiled a remarkable edition of side by side texts, demonstrating a deep understanding of the life, world, and spirituality of Alcott. The matches [with the Bible} are spot on and insightful. Eileen Charbonneau. award-winning author\nRiver of Grace: Susan Bailey's powerful and beautifully-written book is much more than an insightful spiritual memoir. River of Grace is also a brilliant reflection on the connections between creativity and grace. A book one to cherish. Amy Belding Brown, author of Mr. Emerson's Wife and Flight of the Sparrow\nSusan Bailey is an accomplished researcher of all things pertaining to Louisa May Alcott. I found joy in the way that [she] shares about her favorite authoress. Miss Alcott's books wedged themselves into Susan's soul and allowed her to identify parallels and discover herself again. This is not a story of how to get over grief fast -- but how to deal with it and give your afflictions to the Almighty. Tarissa, In the Bookcase blog\nArchives Select Month December 2020 November 2020 October 2020 September 2020 July 2020 April 2020 March 2020 February 2020 January 2020 December 2019 November 2019 October 2019 September 2019 August 2019 July 2019 June 2019 May 2019 April 2019 March 2019 February 2019 January 2019 December 2018 November 2018 October 2018 September 2018 August 2018 July 2018 June 2018 May 2018 April 2018 March 2018 February 2018 January 2018 December 2017 November 2017 October 2017 September 2017 August 2017 July 2017 June 2017 May 2017 April 2017 March 2017 January 2017 December 2016 November 2016 October 2016 August 2016 July 2016 June 2016 May 2016 April 2016 March 2016 February 2016 January 2016 December 2015 November 2015 October 2015 September 2015 August 2015 July 2015 June 2015 May 2015 April 2015 March 2015 February 2015 January 2015 December 2014 November 2014 October 2014 September 2014 August 2014 July 2014 June 2014 May 2014 April 2014 March 2014 February 2014 January 2014 December 2013 November 2013 October 2013 September 2013 August 2013 July 2013 June 2013 May 2013 April 2013 March 2013 February 2013 January 2013 December 2012 November 2012 October 2012 September 2012 August 2012 July 2012 June 2012 May 2012 April 2012 March 2012 February 2012 January 2012 December 2011 November 2011 October 2011 September 2011 August 2011 July 2011 June 2011 May 2011 April 2011 March 2011 February 2011 January 2011 December 2010 November 2010 October 2010 September 2010 August 2010\n\"A very strange and solemn feeling came over me as I stood there, with no sound but the rustle of the pines, no one near me, and the sun so glorious, as for me alone. 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The method, called Evaluation of Autism Gene Link Evidence (EAGLE), systematically evaluates and scores the evidence linking genes to autism. The researchers used it to analyze a curated list of 53 genes considered by a variety of sources to be strongly associated with autism. Among the 53 genes evaluated, EAGLE identified 22 as having a \"definitive\" connection to autism. Of the 42 genes labeled \"high confidence\" in a genetic database called SFARI Gene, only 20 emerged as definitive. (SFARI Gene is funded by the Simons Foundation, Spectrum's parent organization.) If broadly accepted, EAGLE could help scientists reach a consensus about the extent to which different genes are linked to autism, said lead investigator Jacob Vorstman, associate professor of psychiatry at the University of Toronto in Canada, in a press conference on Monday. And it could also help make genetic tests for autism more uniform and useful. \"This is not purely academic,\" Vorstman said. \"This is far from trivial because the information on these lists [such as SFARI] feeds directly into the sequencing panels that are used for autism.\"\nScore cards:\nBroadly speaking, EAGLE takes the same approach as ClinGen, a resource run by the U.S. National Institutes of Health that evaluates the strength of the evidence linking genes to various diseases and conditions. Under the ClinGen framework, a team of experts collects all evidence supporting the connection between a gene and a condition, scores each piece of evidence individually, and then sums those scores to determine a final rating. ClinGen is comprehensive and transparent, a feature that EAGLE will share, says study investigator Christian Schaaf, professor of human genetics at Heidelberg University in Germany. For example, score cards in ClinGen reveal exactly why an individual gene received its rating. \"I think that's, in part, the beauty of ClinGen, that you always have the most updated version of the [protocols] online and accessible for everybody,\" Schaaf says. \"It's a fairly transparent process, and you can understand how the score comes about.\" But EAGLE also adds to the ClinGen framework by incorporating phenotypic data. Because autistic individuals are identified differently across studies, the EAGLE framework gives a higher score to cases for which an expert has confirmed the diagnosis and a lower score to those for which autism or autism traits are mentioned with no explanation. EAGLE also penalizes a gene's score if mutations seen in autistic people also appear in non-autistic people. As a result, EAGLE gives low scores to some genes that SFARI Gene labels as high confidence. Six such genes have only limited evidence of a link to autism, according to EAGLE. Vorstman announced in Monday's press conference that the Simons Foundation plans to include EAGLE scores in the SFARI Gene database. \"[EAGLE is] a more strict approach,\" Schaaf says. And this strictness, he says, is part of what makes EAGLE clinically useful. \"If a physician reports a genetic change to the family, they feel that it has to be meaningful. And maybe it should [be].\" Read more reports from the 2021 International Society for Autism Research annual meeting.\nShare on FacebookShare on Pinterest\nStay up-to-date with our services. 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For example, we ma)'use protected health information to review our treatment and services and to evaluate the performance of our staff in caring for you. We may also combine protected health information about many patients to decide what additional services Compleat KiDZ should offer, what services are not needed, and whether certain new treatments are effective. We may also disclose information to doctors, nurses, technicians, medical students, and other personnel for review and learning purposes, we may remove information that identifies you from this set of protected health information so others may use it to study health care and health care delivery without learning the identities of specific patients.\nWe may share your protected health information with third party \"business associates\" that perform various activities (for example, billing or transcription services) for our practice. Whenever an arrangement between our practice and a business associate involves the use or disclosure of your protected health information, we will have a written contract that contains terms that will protect the privacy of your protected health information.\nWe may use and \/ or disclose protected health information to contact you to, remind you about an appointment you have for treatment or medical care.\nWe may use or disclose your protected health information, as necessary, to provide you with information about treatment alternatives or other health--related benefits and services that may be of interest to you. You may contact our Privacy Officer to request that these materials not be sent to you.\n4. 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If you are not present or able to agree or object to the use or disclosure of the protected health information, then we may, using professional judgment, determine whether the disclosure is in your best interest.\nOthers Involved in Your Health Care or Payment for our Care:\nUnless you object, we may disclose to a member of your family, a relative, a close friend or any other person you identify, your protected health information that directly relates to that person's involvement in your health care. If you are unable to agree or object to such a disclosure, we may disclose such information as necessary if we determine that it is in your best interest based on our professional judgment. We may use or disclose protected health information to notify or assist in notifying a family member, personal representative or any other person that is responsible for your care of your location, general condition or death. Finally, we may use or disclose your protected health information to an authorized public or private entity to assist in disaster relief efforts and to coordinate uses and disclosures to family or other individuals involved in your health care.\n6. Uses and Disclosures of Protected Health Information Based upon Your Written Authorization Other uses and disclosures of your protected health information will be made only with your written authorization, unless otherwise permitted or required by law as described below. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time. If you revoke your authorization, we will no longer use or disclose your protected health information for the reasons covered by your written authorization. Please understand that we are unable to take back any disclosures already made with your authorization.\nC. 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You may also request that any part of your protected health information not be disclosed to family members or friends who may be involved in your care or for notification purposes as described in this Notice of Privacy Practices. Your request must state the specific restriction requested and to whom you want the restriction to apply.\nWe are not required to agree to a restriction that you may request. If we agree to the requested restriction, we may not use or disclose your protected health information in violation of that restriction unless it is needed to provide emergency treatment. With this in mind, please discuss any restriction you wish to request with your health provider.\nYou may request a restriction by making your request in writing to our Privacy Officer. 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If we deny your request for amendment, you have the right to file a statement of disagreement with us and we may prepare a rebuttal to your statement and will provide you with a copy of any such rebuttal. Please contact our Privacy Officer if you have questions about amending your medical record.\n5. You have the right to receive an accounting of certain disclosures we have made, if any, of your protected health information This right applies to disclosures for purposes other than treatment, payment or health care operations as described in this Notice of Privacy Practices. It excludes disclosures we may have made to you if you authorized us to make the disclosure, to family members or friends involved in your care, or for notification purposes, for national security or intelligence, to law enforcement (as provided in the privacy rule) or correctional facilities, as part of a limited data set disclosure. 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{"text":"Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of Breast Cancer Trials. Membership is open to people who are involved or interested in the conduct of our research program.\nResearch Member Application\nFor over 40 years, Breast Cancer Trials (BCT) has conducted an independent, national breast cancer clinical trials research program for the treatment, prevention and cure of breast cancer. The research program involves multicentre national and international clinical trials and brings together researchers and institutions throughout Australia and New Zealand.\nThere are two BCT membership categories: Full Member and Affiliate Member. A Full Member is deemed by the Board to be or will be directly involved in the conduct of the BCT research program. An Affiliate Member is deemed by the Board to have an interest in and awareness of BCT, and its' research activities, but who is not involved in the conduct of the BCT's research program.\nFull member benefits\nBecome actively involved in the BCT research program for the benefit of your patients and women generally. You will receive login access to the research section of the BCT website, where you can access important information such as clinical trial protocols and patient eligibility criteria (note that access to some trials on the website may be restricted).\nParticipate in the BCT's clinical trials research program. You may have the opportunity to become involved in BCT Committees, which set the BCT's research agenda, and to seek discretionary funding to support research initiatives.\nNominate to be a BCT Board member. You also have all Company voting rights and can participate in the BCT Annual General Meeting.\nAttend the Annual Scientific Meeting, which features leading national and international guest speakers and workshops, where the latest in clinical trials research and breast cancer research is presented and discussed.\nAffiliate member benefits\nMembership correspondence, including updates on BCT's research, fundraising activities and the Annual Report.\nInvitation to attend the Annual Scientific Meeting, which features leading national and international guest speakers and workshops, where the latest in clinical trial research and breast cancer research is presented and discussed.\nThe object of the Company ANZ Breast Cancer Trials Group Limited, is to:\nDesign, conduct, analyse, publish and promote clinical trials in breast cancer;\nDevelop and advance the scientific basis of trials; and\nCollaborate with people, groups, companies and bodies as appropriate to pursue these objectives.\nIf you agree to uphold these objectives through your collaboration and support of the clinical trials conducted by BCT and wish to apply for membership, please complete the application form below. There is no membership fee, and liability in the event of termination of the Company is limited to a maximum of $10, in accordance with the Registration of BCT as a Company limited by Guarantee under the Corporations Law (July 1998).\nApplications will be considered at the next meeting of the BCT Board of Directors, after which applicants will be notified of membership approval.\nIf you would like more information about applying for membership or would like a copy of the BCT constitution, please email membership@bctrials.org.au or call +61 2 4925 5255.\nSearch our open clinical trials for prevention, early and metastatic.\nOur research has changed practice, saved lives and improved treatments.\nHear from world-leading experts on the latest in clinical trials research.\nSIGN-UP TO RECEIVE RESEARCH UPDATES FROM BREAST CANCER TRIALS","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"On line casino Gun Ban Less than Consideration at Nevada Statehouse\nPosted on: Could 24, 2021, 03:27h.\nVery last up to date on: Might 24, 2021, 04:20h.\nA monthly bill to fortify penalties towards men and women who carry firearms into Nevada casinos passed out of a condition Senate committee on Saturday. The evaluate is envisioned to facial area resistance in the state Assembly, according to a report.\nPoint out Sen. Melanie Scheible (D) discusses community plan on a televised episode of Nevada Newsmakers. She supports a bill cracking down on guns in casinos. (Graphic: Nevada Newsmakers)\nCurrent law requires safety guards at resort-casinos to tell armed website visitors that firearms are not authorized on a resort residence, in accordance to the Affiliated Press. If the armed particular person refuses to go away, protection can contact local law enforcement and report the person for trespassing.\nBeneath Senate Invoice 452, security could make contact with law enforcement and report a individual suspected of carrying a firearm without the need of providing the trespasser a verbal warning, the AP described. The evaluate also would make carrying a firearm into casinos a gross misdemeanor punishable by a 12 months in jail and a $2,000 fine.\nIf approved at the Legislature and signed by Gov. Steve Sisolak (D), the measure would only implement to huge resort-casinos that decide-in. A vacation resort would be necessary to write-up on its residence and web site that guns are not allowed. This also would implement to concealed have license holders.\nSen. Melanie Scheible (D) claimed lodge-casinos must be give that solution.\n\"We ought to be shelling out exclusive consideration to the resorts, the casinos, the lodges, and all of the sites that people come from all more than the planet to see, and assure that they can be safe and sound even though they are there,\" the Las Vegas lawmaker reported.\nAssemblywoman Shondra Summers-Armstrong (D) cautioned that the evaluate could consequence in racial profiling.\n\"I am incredibly concerned about what I feel this leads to, which is 'Stop and Frisk,'\" mentioned Summers-Armstrong, whose district is in Las Vegas. \"We are going to have cases the place Black folks and brown folks are going to be the types who are heading to be \u2013 not requested to go away \u2013 but are going to be the types that the law enforcement are called on.\"\nResistance Envisioned\nAyesha Molino, MGM Resorts vice president of general public affairs, mentioned the evaluate would give hotel-casinos one alternative among the many if an individual comes in with a firearm, the AP documented.\nWe ought to be in a position to have interaction with law enforcement in order to give support to clear away that person from the property,\" she claimed.\nThe gun ban is envisioned to have trouble successful acceptance at the state Assembly in Carson City prior to the scheduled May 31 adjournment day, according to the AP. Democratic leaders could not drum up assistance for a comparable proposal earlier in the yr.\nAK-47 Confiscated on Strip\nIn Oct 2017, a gunman firing on a songs competition from an upper flooring at the Mandalay Bay Vacation resort and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip killed 60 persons and wounded hundreds additional. The gunman also killed himself. MGM Resorts owns the Mandalay Bay.\nA surge in violence on the Las Vegas Strip, together with quite a few shootings, led to a criminal offense suppression energy previous 12 months that the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Division called \"Operation Persistent Stress.\"\nThe work was in position in tourist places on Friday and Saturday evenings from Sept. 18 to Dec. 20. It resulted in the arrest of 1,229 people.\nThis yr, police Capt. Dori Koren is tweeting photographs of firearms that patrol officers have confiscated on the Strip and close by tourist parts. Amid the guns law enforcement have retrieved considering the fact that Could 1 is a gold-plated AK-47 rifle. Koren phone calls this hottest hard work \"Operation Persistent Pressure II.\"\nScore Media launches IPO days soon after Canada approves single-game wagers\nOn the net casino Slotbox to start iSooftBet slots","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Meet The Arc\nMission, Goals & History\nFor Children & Youth\nChildren 6 Weeks -10 Years\nYouth 11-21 Years\nRespite Care for Children & Youth\nTransitioning Youth Resource Fair\nLife Enrichment Awards Program\nRespite Care for Young Adults\nEmployment & Day Services\nCommunity Living Services\nRespite Care for Adults\nUrban Thrift\nFor Caregivers (Respite)\nRespite Care for Seniors\nHire Our Workforce\nCommercial Lawncare\nDisability Benefits Counseling\nWhere to Connect\nHoliday & Weather Closings\nOrganization & Disclosure Documents\nThanks & Giving\nIndividual Volunteers\nBoard & Committee Volunteers\nVolgistics\nFind Your Election District\nFive Tips for Advocacy\nLEARN Visits\nShop at Urban Thrift\nBringing Positivity and Inclusion to the Table: Sodexo's Disability Hiring Program\nbyThe Arc\nKevin's Story\nKevin will be the first to tell you that he is a people person \u2014 and it is easy to see why. His sense of humor, high energy, and positivity are hard to miss in National Geographic's Food Court, where he works both in the front and the back of the house to ensure that the center's employees are well taken care of during their lunch breaks.\n\"I love my job. I especially like speaking with our customers and making sure that they have what they need to be happy. My job is to make the customers happy and I take pride in that.\"\nKevin is one of several employees with disabilities who were hired this year at Sodexo's site at the National Geographic's headquarters in downtown Washington, DC through a partnership between Sodexo and The Arc of the United States. Laura Monto, General Manager of Sodexo's site at National Geographic, was inspired to create the internship program from the personal experience of being an aunt of a young man with autism. \"Knowing how sharp, caring and eager to learn my nephew is, I wanted to provide people with disabilities with the opportunity to learn valuable professional skills and be part of an inclusive team of hardworking and dedicated individuals,\" said Monto.\nThe Arc and Sodexo's Long-Standing Collaboration on Disability-Inclusive Hiring\nThe Arc and Sodexo started a similar joint-disability hiring initiative in 2017 at a site in Philadelphia. The site's General Manager, Dolores Abbonizio, has worked for Sodexo for three decades and has more than 20 years of experience in successfully hiring people with disabilities. More than just creating job opportunities for people with disabilities, Abbonizio believes that creating this program has positively impacted the lives of her employees without disabilities, a positive feeling which is also felt by guests and senior leadership alike. Abbonizio said that her site's success at hiring and retaining employees with disabilities comes from her entire team's buy-in to creating an inclusive working and learning environment. \"There are certain things that need to happen and systems that need to be in place in order to create a disability-inclusive workplace, but it begins with the whole team's commitment to making sure that all of our employees feel welcome and are set up to succeed,\" said Abbonizio.\nManaging a disability-inclusive workplace does have some challenges, but Laura Monto points out that these are no different than managing any other sites she has worked at in the past. \"Whether an employee has a disability or not, there is always a learning curve and every individual has a unique work style and personality,\" said Monto, \"The key to creating a truly inclusive environment is to provide the right supports to your employees to create equity, while ensuring that you treat them all equally and with respect,\" Similarly, Dolores Abbonizio said that understanding an individual's skill set and career goals is critically important to setting them up for success in the workplace. \"When you're working with a new hire, regardless of their abilities, it is important to make sure that their skillsets are matched to the tasks and responsibilities given to them so that they can succeed, create positive momentum and grow,\" said Abbonizio.\nBringing Disability-Inclusion to Scale at Sodexo\nBack at Sodexo in DC, Kevin is now an integral part of Sodexo's team at National Geographic and continues to improve his performance and gain autonomy. Aside from what he brings to the table professionally; Kevin's positive attitude and energy is felt throughout his workplace. Kevin's success at Sodexo is the result of his hard work, but also of the enabling and inclusive environment that Laura Monto and her team have created. The Arc and Sodexo plan to take the lessons learned from its local successes in Washington, DC and Philadelphia and work with other sites in Sodexo's national network to bring disability-inclusion to scale at Sodexo. \"[Hiring people with disabilities] has always been a positive experience,\" said Abbonizio.\nNEW MAILING ADDRESS AS OF JULY 26, 2019\n7362 Calhoun Place\n\u00a9 The Arc Montgomery County 2020\nBoard & Committee Portal\nAfter All Tuition & Fees Payment\nKFICCC Tuition & Fees Payment\nThe Arc Maryland Website\nThe Arc of the United States Website\nThe Arc Montgomery County connects people of all ages and abilities with their communities to build inclusive and fulfilling lives.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Published on NewsBusters (https:\/\/www.newsbusters.org)\nHome > WashPost Reports ATF Attempt to Spike Whistleblower's 'Fast and Furious' Book; Places It on Page A8\nWashPost Reports ATF Attempt to Spike Whistleblower's 'Fast and Furious' Book; Places It on Page A8\nBy Ken Shepherd | October 8, 2013 1:30 PM EDT\nThe federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has put the kibosh on a book by whistleblower John Dodson not because he would disclose any sensitive, classified information but rather \"because the agency says it would hurt morale,\" reported Washington Post staffer Sari Horwitz in Tuesday's paper in her 16-paragraph story, \"ATF rejects 'Fast and Furious' book.\"\nWhile clearly such a story is worthy of front-page coverage, editors shuffled it off to page A8. Among the stories on A1 today, the story least-worthy of front-page real estate was William Wan's \"Apple for the teacher? In China, many think bigger.\" Wan's story focused on how bribery was crucial to procure slots at the better public schools in Communist China. An interesting story, but of less import to Americans than a federal agency quashing a book by a whistleblower.\nHorwitz noted that the left-leaning ACLU \"came to Dodson's defense Monday and filed a protest with the ATF...saying the decision violates his 'constitutional protections.'\"\nAt no point in her story, however, did Horwitz consider the negative political repercussions for the Obama administration nor inquire to what extent the White House may have leaned in on officials in the ATF to kill the book project. Instead, Horwitz uncritically relayed the party line from the bureaucracy:\nA law enforcement official said that a government-wide ban prevents federal employees from receiving compensation \"from any source other than the government for teaching, speaking or writing that relates to the employee's official duties.\" The official said the ATF is conducting a review to determine whether Dodson would be revealing any information that is \"law enforcement sensitive.\" If not, the official said, Dodson could publish his book without receiving compensation.\nPolitical Scandals Fast and Furious ATF Washington Post Obama Watch Government & Press John Dodson Sari Horwitz William Wan\nKen Shepherd\nKen Shepherd is a writer living in New Carrollton, Md.\nSource URL: https:\/\/www.newsbusters.org\/blogs\/nb\/ken-shepherd\/2013\/10\/08\/washpost-reports-atf-attempt-spike-whistleblowers-fast-and-furious","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Trump says he does not want war after attack on Saudi oil facilities\nEURACTIV.com with Reuters\nUS President Donald J. Trump speaks to the media from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC USA, 16 September 2019. [EPA-EFE\/JIM LO SCALZO]\nUS President Donald Trump said on Monday (16 September) it looked like Iran was behind attacks on oil plants in Saudi Arabia but stressed he did not want to go to war, as the attacks sent oil prices soaring and raised fears of a new Middle East conflict.\nIran has rejected US charges it was behind the strikes on Saturday that damaged the world's biggest crude-processing plant and triggered the largest jump in crude prices in decades.\nRelations between the United States and Iran have deteriorated since Trump pulled out of the Iran nuclear accord last year and reimposed sanctions over Tehran's nuclear and ballistic programs.\nWashington also wants to pressure Tehran to end its support of regional proxy forces, including in Yemen where Saudi forces have been fighting Iran-backed Houthis for four years.\nThe United States was still investigating if Iran was behind the Saudi strikes, Trump said, but \"it's certainly looking that way at this moment.\"\nTrump, who has spent much of his presidency trying to disentangle the United States from wars he inherited, made clear, however, he was not going to rush into a new conflict on behalf of Saudi Arabia.\n\"I'm somebody that would like not to have war,\" Trump said.\nSeveral US Cabinet members, including Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Energy Secretary Rick Perry, have blamed Tehran for the strikes. Pompeo and others will travel to Saudi Arabia soon, Trump said.\nA day after saying the United States was \"locked and loaded\" to respond to the incident, Trump said on Monday there was \"no rush\" to do so.\n\"We have a lot of options but I'm not looking at options right now. We want to find definitively who did this,\" he said.\nIranian President Hassan Rouhani said the strikes were carried out by \"Yemeni people\" retaliating for attacks by a Saudi-led military coalition in a war with the Houthi movement.\n\"Yemeni people are exercising their legitimate right of defense,\" Rouhani told reporters during a visit to Ankara.\nIranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi called the allegations \"unacceptable and entirely baseless.\"\nThe attacks cut 5% of world crude oil production.\nOil prices surged by as much as 19% after the incidents but later came off their peaks. The intraday jump was the biggest since the 1990-91 Gulf crisis over Iraq's invasion of Kuwait.\nThe market eased from its peak after Trump said he would release U.S. emergency supplies and producers said there were enough stocks stored up worldwide to make up for the shortfall. Prices were around 12% higher by afternoon in the United States.\nSaudi suspicions\nSaudi Arabia said the attacks were carried out with Iranian weapons, adding that it was capable of responding forcefully and urging UN experts to help investigate the raid.\nCrown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said Iranian threats were not only directed against the kingdom but against the Middle East and the world.\nWhile the prince did not directly accuse Tehran, a Foreign Ministry statement reported him as calling on the international community to condemn whoever was behind the strike.\n\"The kingdom is capable of defending its land and people and responding forcefully to those attacks,\" the statement added.\nSaudi Arabia and Iran have been enemies for decades and are fighting a number of proxy wars.\nTrump said he had not made commitments to protect the Saudis.\n\"No, I haven't promised Saudis that. We have to sit down with the Saudis and work something out,\" he said. \"That was an attack on Saudi Arabia, and that wasn't an attack on us. But we would certainly help them.\"\nTwo sources briefed on state oil company Saudi Aramco's operations told Reuters it might take months for Saudi oil production to return to normal. Earlier estimates had suggested it could take weeks.\nSaudi Arabia said it would be able to meet oil customers' demand from its ample storage, although some deliveries had been disrupted. At least 11 supertankers were waiting to load oil cargoes from Saudi ports, ship tracking data showed on Monday.\nRising tensions\nTension in the oil-producing Gulf region has dramatically escalated this year after Trump imposed severe US sanctions on Iran aimed at halting its oil exports altogether.\nFor months, Iranian officials have issued veiled threats, saying that if Tehran is blocked from exporting oil, other countries will not be able to do so either. But Iran has denied a role in specific attacks, including bombings of tankers in the Gulf and previous strikes claimed by the Houthis.\nUS allies in Europe oppose Trump's \"maximum pressure\" strategy, arguing that it provides no clear mechanism to resolve issues, creating a risk the enemies could stumble into war.\nTrump has said his goal is to force Iran to negotiate a tougher agreement and has left open the possibility of talks with Rouhani at an upcoming UN meeting. Iran says there can be no talks until Washington lifts sanctions.\nUN Yemen envoy Martin Griffiths told the UN Security Council on Monday it was \"not entirely clear\" who was behind the strike but he said it had increased the chances of a regional conflict.\nBut the US ambassador to the world body, Kelly Craft, said emerging information on the attacks \"indicates that responsibility lies with Iran\" and that there is no evidence the attack came from Yemen.\nIran's Yemeni allies have promised more strikes to come. Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea said the group carried out Saturday's predawn attack with drones, including some powered by jet engines.\n\"We assure the Saudi regime that our long arm can reach any place we choose and at the time of our choosing,\" Sarea tweeted. \"We warn companies and foreigners against being near the plants that we struck because they are still in our sights.\"\nU.S. officials say they believe that the attacks came from the opposite direction, possibly from Iran itself rather than Yemen, and may have involved cruise missiles. Wherever the attacks were launched, however, they believe Iran is to blame.\nThe attacks have raised questions about how the kingdom, one of the world's top spenders on weaponry, much of it supplied by US companies, was unable to protect oil plants from attack.\nSensing a commercial opening, President Vladimir Putin said Russia was ready to help Saudi Arabia by providing Russian-made air defence systems to protect Saudi infrastructure.\nRussia and China said it was wrong to jump to conclusions about who was to blame for the attack on Saudi Arabia.\nSyria conflict\n22 Nov, 08:54 \/\/ Billionaire Michael Bloomberg files paperwork to run for US president\n6 Nov, 12:56 \/\/ Macron says Iran move signals its intent to quit nuclear agreement\n30 Oct, 08:50 \/\/ Iran, Russia take aim at US military presence near Syrian oilfields\n30 Oct, 08:46 \/\/ Turkey says it will eliminate remaining Kurdish fighters in northeast Syria","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Florida Health Policy Expert On The Disappointing Rollout Of Healthcare.gov\nWJCT 89.9 FM Jacksonville | By Melissa Ross\nPublished October 22, 2013 at 2:06 PM EDT\nPresident Obama addresses supporters in the White House Rose Garden Monday, Oct. 21, on the problems with Healthcare.gov.\nFederal contractors now say they've identified most of the main problems crippling Healthcare.gov, the main site of the online health insurance marketplace set up under Obamacare.\nThe serious flaws on the site have made it difficult, if not impossible, for many to sign up for health insurance, dogging the White House as Republicans still opposed to the law say \"I told you so.\"\nOn Monday, President Barack Obama called the problems unacceptable and vowed to get them fixed.\n(VIDEO: President Obama's Rose Garden address on the technical glitches plaguing Healthcare.gov)\nDespite his remarks, some contractors are telling the press that a fix to the site is likely still weeks away.\nThe website is where Americans from the 36 states that declined to set up their own insurance exchange must go to enroll, a group that includes Florida.\nCarol Gentry, editor of Health News Florida, joined WJCT's Melissa Ross to discuss the latest news on the implementation of the health exchanges and take listeners questions and comments on Obamacare.\nYou can follow Melissa Ross on Twitter @MelissainJax.\nCopyright 2020 WJCT News 89.9. To see more, visit WJCT News 89.9.\nAffordable Care ActUnderstanding ObamacareObamacareAffordable Care ActACAhealth insurancemarketplacePresident Barack Obama\nMelissa Ross\nMelissa Ross joined WJCT in 2009 with 20 years of experience in broadcasting, including stints in Cincinnati, Chicago, Orlando and Jacksonville. During her career as a television and radio news anchor and reporter, Melissa has won four regional Emmys for news and feature reporting.\nSee stories by Melissa Ross","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"< Back to K-12 Education\nPonca City, OK\nRenovation and New Entry Project: The building was originally designed in 1937 by Winkler and Reid. A complete renovation of the interior included a new Media Center, Computer Labs, Home Ec Labs, Administration Offices, restrooms, second floor fire escapes, as well as numerous classroom remodels. Interior Art Deco building details were replicated and historic wood work was restored and refurbished.\nOffice Remodel: In this project the existing main office was remodeled and a new covered entry was added to provide a sheltered outdoor waiting area for bus pick up and an accessible entrance. The design replicates the Art Deco design of the building.\nSecure Vestibule Remodel: The existing entry was remodeled to provide a secure entry vestibule while still maintaining the existing aesthetics and function of the office and main entrance.\nNew Windows and HVAC replacement: The existing mechanical systems throughout the school were replaced and updated to make the heating and cooling for this building more efficient. The new windows were also designed and installed to increase the efficiency of the building while still maintaining the iconic Art Deco proportions.\n\u200bCompletion Date: 2017 \u200b\n\u200b112 N. 3rd\n\u200bwww.wtaok.net\n\u200bP 580 765 3317\nCopyright \u00a9 2019 Winterrowd Talley Architects\nSite powered by MyMediaMatters Web Design","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Meeting of the Board of Regents | December 2007\nSaturday, December 1, 2007 - 9:00am\nJohanna Duncan-Poitier\nStrengthening Student Safety\nIssues for Decision\nGiven the importance of school safety, should the Regents approve the following prevention and enforcement measures as part of the Board's Priority Legislative and Budget initiatives:\nA Priority Legislative proposal that would provide for the automatic suspension and subsequent revocation of a teaching certificate upon proof of a conviction for a sex offense;\nAdditional resources for the Department to improve its ability to carry-out the statutorily mandated responsibilities related to the processing and review of fingerprint supported criminal background checks and the investigation and prosecution of discipline cases; and\nAn $850,000 request (to be included in the Department's 2008-09 budget proposal) focused on prevention through the provision of training and professional development to teachers and school employees on appropriate interactions with students, as well as the development of pre- and post-certification curricula and materials on appropriate teacher-student boundaries and ethics?\nReview of Policy.\nThe question will come before the Higher Education and Professional Practice Committee at its December 2007 meeting where it will be voted on and action taken. It will then come before the full Board at its December 2007 meeting for final action.\nSubsequent to the October approval by the Board of Regents of their 2008-09 Budget and Legislative Priorities, members of the Board discussed the possibility of including a sixth priority related to the issue of student safety. The Department has developed a three-pronged approach to this issue which includes prevention; enhancement of the Department's capacity to carry-out the fingerprint-supported criminal history checks for school employees and the investigation and prosecution of discipline cases; and the authority to summarily suspend and subsequently revoke the certificates of individuals who have been convicted of sex-related crimes.\nThe Office of School Personnel Review and Accountability (OSPRA) was established within the Office of Teaching Initiatives to implement the Safe Schools Against Violence in Education (SAVE) legislation (Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000). OSPRA is also responsible for dealing with moral character investigations and revocation proceedings against certified educators and the Teacher Tenure Hearing Unit, which handles the administrative portion of Education Law \u00a73020-a proceedings.\nThe SAVE legislation requires that applicants for teaching and administrative certification and prospective employees of covered schools (school districts, charter schools, and BOCES) undergo a fingerprint-supported criminal history background check. Approximately seventy-five percent of the successful cases against certified educators by the Office involve sex related offenses, including but not limited to inappropriate touching, child pornography, pornography in the classroom, lewd behavior, etc.\nStronger prevention and enforcement measures are needed to ensure the safety of students. The Department is proposing three such measures:\n1. Statutory authority for the Department to automatically suspend and subsequently revoke teaching certificates of individuals who are convicted of sex-related crimes that are subject to the registration requirements of the Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA).\nUnlike the process for summary suspensions in the licensed professions, no authority currently exists for the Department to immediately suspend a teaching certificate which means that individuals who are convicted of crimes (including sex- related crimes), are entitled to hold their teaching certificate(s) until a proceeding is commenced pursuant to the moral character provisions in Commissioner's Regulations (8 NYCRR Part 83). That process involves the following steps:\ninvestigating reports of convictions\npreparing a report to be presented to the Professional Practices and Standards Board with a recommendation for a hearing\ndrafting charges that raise a substantial question of moral character\nserving the charges on the certificate holder\nproving the charges (or the conviction) at a hearing before a hearing officer or panel (at the discretion of the certificate holder)\nimplementing the decision of the hearing officer or panel which can provide for a range of penalties including no action, imposition of a fine, or suspension or revocation of the teaching certificate\nIf the Department had the authority to automatically suspend the certificates of individuals who have been convicted of sex-related crimes, it would not only provide for expedited removal of these individuals from the classroom and school districts' payrolls, but would also permit the limited resources in OSPRA to be used for cases that necessitate further investigation and due process proceedings.\n2. Resources to increase the Department's capacity to carry-out its statutory mandates.\nBetween 2001, when the Office of School Personnel Review and Accountability was created, and 2007, there has been a 400% increase in the number of complaints made against teachers to that office with no corresponding increase in resources for investigation and prosecution.\nThe law has also been amended two times since the implementation of the fingerprinting requirement to expand the population of the individuals subject to the fingerprinting requirement with no corresponding increase in the funding for OSPRA operations. In 2003, the fingerprinting requirement was expanded to include Supplemental Education Services Providers, and, as of July 2007, the employees of private schools and non-public schools can be required to undergo the same background checks as their public school employee counterparts.\nA comparison of staffing resources between the Education Department and four other New York State agencies that have responsibility for processing fingerprints shows that while the volume of fingerprints processed annually is highest for the Education Department, staffing resources are the lowest.\nFingerprinting Staffing Comparison\nAmong State Agencies Responsible for Fingerprint Processing\nAgency 1\nNumber of Fingerprints Processed Annually\nRap Sheet Review and Clearance Process\nInvestigative Staff\nDirectors\/Supervisors\nProcessing\/Clerical Support Staff\nTotal Staff\nAnnual requests for increased funding for OSPRA to effectively manage the increasing caseload in fingerprint screening and enforcement of discipline complaints, the requests have not been granted.\nThe Department currently receives a $1 million General Fund appropriation for OSPRA. There is also a statutory-based fee of $94.25 imposed upon each applicant for certification, however the Department is not allowed to retain any of that fee-based revenue, it is all forwarded to the Division of Criminal Justice Services. This year, we propose seeking an additional $600,000 to support the statutorily mandated work that OSPRA does concerning fingerprint screening, investigations and prosecutions. This additional funding could be provided either through an increase in the General Fund appropriation or through a statutory increase of $16 in the fee charged to applicants, raising the total fee paid by each applicant to $110.25. The additional $16 per applicant would be used to create a special revenue account to provide the necessary capacity within the Department to conduct investigations more expeditiously and prosecute more cases that involve teachers and other school employees who pose risks to student safety.\n3. Prevention initiatives.\nIn addition to strengthening enforcement, the Department needs to focus on prevention in the first instance. The Department is proposing an amendment to the Department's 2008-2009 budget request that would provide General Fund resources for OSPRA in the amount of $850,000 for prevention initiatives. This appropriation would fund an initiative focused on preventing instances of inappropriate teacher-student interactions by providing training and professional development to teachers and school employees on appropriate interactions with students, as well as the development of pre- and post-certification curricula and materials on appropriate teacher-student boundaries and ethics. The Department will collaborate with other enforcement agencies as well as colleges and other interested parties to develop a comprehensive ethics and boundary curriculum to be delivered through the colleges as part of a certification requirement and to be delivered post certification as part of the professional development requirement for educators.\nThis type of mandatory training in ethics and boundary issues has been in existence for many of the licensed professions for many years. As the number of cases involving boundary violations continues to rise, it is clear that New York State needs to be proactive in efforts to prevent this behavior from happening in the first instance. Development and implementation of a comprehensive curriculum addressing boundary and ethics issues will provide a crucial foundation upon which to build a safer learning environment. The provision of additional funding for adequate enforcement will ensure that the environment remains safe.\nIt is recommended that the Board of Regents approve the three components of this initiative to strengthen student safety.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Posts Tagged 'detailed'\nTitle: The Walking Dead Compendium (Vol.1 issues 1-48)\nAuthor: Robert Kirkman, Charlie Adlard, Cliff Rathburn\nGenre: horror, comic\nPublisher: Image Comics\nGeographic Setting: Georgia\nTime Period: Post Apocalyptic\nSeries: yes- Walking Dead\nSummary: Officer Rick Grimes and his family, as well as a rag-tag group of refugees, have to survive in a zombie infested world.\nSubject Headings: zombie apocalypse\nAppeal Terms: tense, suspenseful, dystopian world, horrific, supernatural, comic to tv show, survival, graphic, detailed, post-apocalyptic, zombies, bloody, atmospheric, character centered, dark, gritty, violent.\nMy Three: suspenseful, horrific, survival\nWorld War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War by Max Brooks (Crown:NewYork, 2006)\nA Survivor-eye's view of the conflict between zombies and humans. If you want a book that is a cross between fiction and nonfiction, and has a touch of history, this is one to try.\nPride and Prejudice and Zombies by Seth Grahame-Smith (Quirk Books, 2009)\nThe Jane Austen classic with a twist. For those who want to try something different when moving away from the tried and true.\nZombie, Ohio by Scott Kenemore (Skyhorse, 2011)\nTold from the zombie's point of view, Peter Mellor, a college professor, tries to solve his own murder. Interesting because the main character can still pass for human.\nSimilar Nonfiction:\nSo Now You're a Zombie: A Handbook for the Newly Undead by John Austin (Chicago Review Press, 2010)\nLike the title says, this is a guide to being a zombie. Not meant to be taken seriously, but could be a nice reference book.\nIt's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Zombies! A Book of Zombie Christmas Carols by Michael P. Spradlin (William Morrow Publishing, 2009)\nA spoof of favorite Christmas songs filled with zombies and other horrific bits. If you liked Nightmare Before Christmas, try this one for giggles.\nThe Zombie Survival Guide: Complete Protection from the Living Dead by Max Brooks (Three Rivers Press, 2003)\nWhat started out as the basis of an SNL skit turned into a fully comprehensive guide to surviving a zombie attack. Deadpan humor and extremely detailed. Bonus points that this is written by Mel Brooks' son.\nTags:atmospheric, bloody, character centered, comic to tv show, dark, detailed, dystopian world, graphic, gritty, horrific, post-apocalyptic, Supernatural, Survival, suspenseful, tense, violent, zombies\nPosted in Adrenaline, Best Seller, Graphic Novel, Horror | Leave a Comment \u00bb\nThe Rag Doll Plagues\nTitle: The Rag Doll Plagues\nAuthor: Alejandro Morales\nGenre: Fiction, magic realism, historical, sci-fi, Chicano lit\nPublisher: Arte Publico Press: Houston\nGeographic Setting: Spain, Mexico, California, Lamex\nTime Period: 1788-1792, modern day, 2050\nSummary: The plague called La Mona (what we would call AIDS today) is sweeping through Mexico during its colonial period, and no one knows what to do. The King of Spain sents his physician, Dr. Gregorio Revueltas, to try and help the colonists. Interwoven is the story of a doctor in California who falls in love with a woman who contracts AIDS from a blood transfusion; and the future story of Lamex, a collaborative state combining Mexico and the Southwest USA: where the people who once lived in Mexico City may finally develop the cure for the plague. The whole book is one cycle, as the main characters of books two and three are descended from the physician of the first, and that the spirit of the doctor returns to help guide them to the cure.\nSubject Headings: communicable diseases\u2013fiction\nAppeal: drama, disease study, dystopian world, suspense, contemporary, Chicano, alternative history, deep, detailed, culture study, folk medicine, terse writing\nMy Three Appeal Terms: culture, detailed, disease study\nRecommended Nonfiction Authors:\nSanteria:The Religion: Faith, Rites, Magic by Migene Gonzales-Wippler. World Religion and Magic Series, 2002.\nAn in-depth look at Santeria, a religion that combines Catholicism and Yoruba African deities into a spell-binding package. Chosen because it plays a major role in Dreaming in Cuban.\nThe Wisdom of Whores by Elizabeth Pisani. Norton W. W. & Company. 2008.\nAn unconventional look into AIDS from angles people might not have considered, including political and autobiographic viewpoints. A little graphic in parts, but not meant to be gratuitous. Chosen because it deals with the main subject of Rag Doll.\nTales from Another Mexico: The Lynch Mob, the Popsicle Kings, Chalino and the Bronx by Sam Quinones. University of New Mexico Press, 2001.\nA book of nonfiction vignettes about contemporary Mexico collected while reporting in the area. Chosen for subject area and general format, as well as for setting, which ties it to the other recommended books.\nRecommended Fiction Authors:\nDreaming in Cuban by Cristina Garcia. Ballatine Books: New York. 1992.\nA family split by the revolution in Cuba and each takes their own way in life. Chosen because it falls under Latin American literature and history. It also is cyclically written and detailed in its settings like Rag Doll. Recommended for those who want another view on Hispanic culture, modern history or religion.\nLike Water For Chocolate by Laura Esquivel. Perfection Learning 1995.\nThe youngest daughter of a Mexican woman in the 20th century tries to find true love and independence from her overbearing mother and the rule that the youngest daughter cannot marry. Chosen because it is cyclical, deals with family and is extremely detailed. Recommended for those who like cooking, romance, history, culture and for those who like to get angry when they read ( trust me, you will!)\nOne Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia-Marquez. Harper Perenial Modern Classics: New York. 2006.\nA cyclical view of the mythical town of Macondo, as told by the Buendia family. Chosen for being in the canon of Latin American Literature and lush, detailed settings. For those who like drama, family and Latin American culture studies.\nTags:alternative history, Chicano, contemporary, culture study, deep, detailed, disease study, drama, dystopian world, folk medicine, Suspense, terse writing\nPosted in Latino\/a, multi-cultural | Leave a Comment \u00bb\nOne Better by Rosalyn McMillan\nAuthor: Rosalyn McMillan\nTitle: One Better\nGenre: African American Literature, Women's Lives and Relationships\nGeographical Setting: Detroit, MI\nPlot Summary: Having come from a life of abuse, drugs, prostitution, and poverty in Mississippi, the Witherspoon family and their friends have succeeded in creating thriving restaurant and development businesses in Michigan. The author eloquently tells the story of the lives of Spice, Sterling, Mink, Otis, Carmen Enriquez, and Golden Westbrook as they struggle with their successes and failures, addictions to drugs and alcohol, tragic accidents and death. Individuals interested in reading about the redevelopment of Detroit may really like this book. However, there is a lot of explicit sex and drug dealing, so it is not recommended for teenagers.\nSubject Headings: Family, Detroit, MI, Illegal Drugs, African American Women, Restauranteurs, Domestic Fiction, Love Stories\nAppeal terms: measured pace, dramatic, episodic, realistic, detailed, melancholy, well-developed, explicit sex, family-centered, urban, literary, details of drug and alcohol addiction\nThree appeal terms: family-centered, urban, details of drug and alcohol addiction\nTheir Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston- This book is about the life and marriages of an African American Woman in the 1930s.\nThe Interruption of Everything by Terry McMillan- Terry McMillan is Rosalyn McMillan's sister. Both authors write about the lives of African Americans. This book is about a woman, her marriage, and her family as she struggles with the idea of being a perfect wife and mother. Terry McMillan is best known for her books, Waiting to Exhale and How Stella Got Her Groove Back.\nThe Color Purple by Alice Walker- This is the story of 20 years in a woman's life as she experienced abuse and rape by her father and husband.\nI Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou- This is the autobiography of the poet, Maya Angelou. The book is about the painful stories that she experienced as a child.\nTerry McMillan by Bruce Fish- This is the biography of Rosalyn McMillan's sister. It tells the story of how she survived a violent childhood to become a bestselling author of books and the screenplays for the movies.\nThe Honeymoon's Over: True Stories of Love, Marriage and Divorce edited by Andrea Chapin and Sally Wofford-Girand- This is a book of essays by female authors, including Terry McMillan, about love marriage and divorce.\nTags:detailed, details of drug and alcohol addiction, dramatic, episodic, explicit sex, family-centered, literary, Measured pace, melancholy, realistic, urban, well-developed\nPosted in African American, multi-cultural, Women's Lives | Leave a Comment \u00bb\nTemari Techniques\nAuthor: Barbara B. Suess\nTitle: Temari Techniques A Visual Guide to Making Japanese Embroidered Thread Balls\nSummary: An in-depth study of Temari; embroidered thread balls that are symbols of friendship and good luck in Japan, originally created as toys for young children and now are miniature works of art. Includes their origin, how they were made in the beginning and to make the balls now, teaches the various embroidery techniques used to decorate them, lesson plans for teaching others in a class setting using the book, and more diagrams than you can shake a stick at. Contains full color photographs and practice projects, as well as how to create your own original designs. Complete bibliography and source guide for gathering materials is included. Includes some Romanji (English characters for Japanese words) in describing the embroidery aspect of the craft, but everything is set forth in plain English. Meant for people of all levels of craftiness, including the complete novice and the expert: the author caters to both in this text.\nHeadings: 1. Fancy work\u2013Japan 2. Embroidery\u2013Japan 3. Decorative balls\u2013Japan\nAppeal: detailed, artistic, informative, exotic, green (recycling), history, arts and crafts, math-based, geometry, unique, toys, accessible\nTop Three Terms: Accessible, informative, artistic\nJapanese Sashiko Inspirations by Susan Briscoe (2008) For those who are interested in learning other Japanese techniques, Sashiko is a intricate type of embroidery or quilting completely done with one simple stitch. The motifs used here are also applicable to the temari balls and can also used as home decor. Even if you are just curious, the pictures are a pleasure to look at and may inspire you to try something new.\nJapanese Braiding The Art of Kumihimo by Jaqui Carey (1997, spiral bound in 2009) Although originally used as the lacing to samurai armor, kumihimo can be used in home furnishings, jewelry and fashion, much like the other crafts mentioned so far. This little book has all the details on the materials to how to make several of the basic braids, though this is not the end all be all on the topic. Full of diagrams, this is a good place to start.\nKanzashi in Bloom: 20 Simple Fold and Sew Projects to Wear and Give by Diane Gilleland (2009) Kanzashi refers to the hairpins worn by geisha, and is also the name given to pretty little flowers made of folded fabric that often make up the decorations for the hairpins. Full color photographs and diagrams teach the novice how to make several kinds of flowers and how to use them. Kanzashi flowers can be used for jewelry and fashion purposes, as well as for home decor. Just about the only book on the topic in English.\nBonus Nonfiction: Women of the Pleasure Quarters The Secret History of the Geisha by Lesley Downer (2001). A detailed history of Geisha from those who were and are a part of the 'flower and willow' world. Contains photographs and a glossary of terms used by the community. Included because the crafts talked about here also play a role in the culture. Interesting for those who want to really know what the geisha were about.\nMemoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golden (1997). A fictional memoir of a young girl who is pulled into the 'flower and willow' world of geisha and how she tries to live her life. Similar to Pleasure Quarters because of its detail and poignancy. One of the few books on the topic because of the secrecy surrounding the geisha world.\nThe Ronin's Mistress by Laura Joh Rowland (2011) A fictional answer to the historical occurrence that was the 47 Ronin is presented in book 15 of the Sano Ichiro mystery series. Another view point on Japanese culture presented through the eyes of men. Replete with detail, readers will be pulled into a forgotten time.\nThe Tale of Genji by Murasaki Shikibu (Tyler Translation 2001) The original novel of Japanese court life in the 10th and 11th century. For those who love history with a touch of romance or are curious about another culture.\nTags:accessible, arts and crafts, detailed, exotic, geometry, green (recycling), history, informative, math-based, toys, unique\nPosted in Nonfiction | Leave a Comment \u00bb\nMrs. Robinson's Disgrace\nAuthor: Kate Summerscale\nTitle: Mrs. Robinson's Disgrace: The Private Diary of a Victorian Lady\nGeographical Setting: Scotland and England\nTime Period: Victorian Era, 1850-1859\nPlot Summary: Isabella Robinson was a 31 year-old widow with a young child when she met and married Henry Robinson in 1844. The Robinsons subsequently had two children of their own, and the family became firmly ensconced in upper middle class society in Scotland and England. Isabella ultimately grew unhappy with her aloof husband, and spent more and more of her time in the company of family friends and academics whom she admired. After stumbling upon and reading Isabella's private diary in 1857, Henry Robinson promptly sued his wife for divorce in the English courts on charges of adultery. The resulting divorce hearings and trial erupted into in a scandal of massive proportion when The London Times printed a series of unedited excerpts from Isabella's diary in which she described, in lurid detail, a series of intimate encounters with Edward Lane, a respected London doctor and friend to the Robinson family. Was Isabella really a bold, unrepentant adulteress or simply a discontented wife who wrote unashamedly about her sexual frustrations and fantasies? Why was Isabella subject to public scorn, while Dr. Lane was afforded greater sympathy? Summerscale provides readers with a moving portrait of Isabella's life, details of her relationship with Edward Lane and his family, and an informative look at the moral and cultural influences of the Victorian era. This well-researched work includes excerpts from Isabella's diary and letters, relevant court transcripts and news reports of the day, and excerpts from the personal letters of historical figures such as Charles Darwin and controversial phrenologist George Combe, both of whom were patients of Dr. Lane's, and acquaintances of Isabella's. Overall, this work offers a fascinating examination of the role of women in the Victorian era, and the inequalities afforded them by society and the courts.\nSubject Headings: Robinson, Isabella (1813-1887)\u2014Diaries; Middle class women\u2014Scotland\u2014Edinburgh\u2014Diaries; Edinburgh\u2014Scotland\u2014Social life and customs\u201419th century; Divorce\u2014England\u201419th century\nAppeal: compelling, densely written, stately, atmospheric, dramatic, introspective, sophisticated, thoughtful, detailed, evocative, insightful, sympathetic characters, authentic, details of the Victorian era, complex, investigative, rich and famous, accessible, colorful, engaging, informative, journalistic, polished, well-researched\nThree Appeal Terms that Best Describe this Book: compelling, insightful, well-researched\nThree Fiction Read-alikes:\nMadame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert\nIn Mrs. Robinson's Disgrace, Isabella Robinson is aware of the scandal surrounding the publication of Madame Bovary in France in 1856, and the charges of obscenity which prevented its publication in Scotland and England. Did the tale of Emma Bovary's discontent and adultery influence Isabella's behavior or simply spark her imagination? Flaubert's classic novel mirrors Isabella's life with its theme of a passionate woman dissatisfied with her marriage and way of life.\nLoving Frank by Nancy Horan\nReaders of Mrs. Robinson's Disgrace interested in its examination of the effects a scandalous affair can have on a woman's reputation may also enjoy this fictionalized account of the relationship between architect Frank Lloyd Wright and his mistress of many years, Mameh Cheney. Horan's award-winning novel focuses on the impact their long-time affair had on Wright's wife and family, and the public derision Cheney endured after she left her husband and children to make a new life with Wright.\nClara Callan by Richard Bruce Wright\nReaders of Mrs. Robinson's Disgrace who enjoyed learning about societal expectations impacting women in a bygone era may also enjoy Wright's novel about two sisters pursuing separate dreams against the backdrop of the political and social upheaval of the 1930's. Written as a series of letters and diary entries, Wright's novel offers a vivid portrait of the lives of the two women, one pursuing a career in glamorous New York City, while the other struggles with the limitations of a more traditional life in her small Canadian town. Interwoven throughout the story are real world events that shaped the era, including the effects of the Great Depression and the rising political tensions in pre-WWII Europe.\nThree Relevant Non-Fiction Works:\nMarriage, Feminism, and the Law in Victorian England, 1850-1895 by Mary Lyndon Shanley\nIn Mrs. Robinson's Disgrace, Isabella Robinson found herself a victim of society's attitudes toward the role of women in Victorian era England, as well as antiquated and discriminatory divorce laws which afforded women few rights when a marriage was dissolved. Out of the struggles of married women like Isabella, a feminist movement was born. Shanley's title examines the Victorian feminists' battle for fundamental reforms to marriage law that ultimately transformed both the legal and social status of married women.\nHydotherapy: Simple Treatments for Common Ailments by Clarence Dail and Charles Thomas\nEdward Lane, the doctor who was the object of Isabella Robinson's passion in Mrs. Robinson's Disgrace, was the proprietor of a popular health retreat that specialized in hydrotherapy, a relatively new and fairly provocative medical treatment at the time. In addition to Isabella, his patients included upper class members of society, celebrities of the era, and historical figures such as Charles Darwin. This title by Dail and Thomas examines modern-day beliefs surrounding the healing powers of water.\nDarwin: Portrait of a Genius by Paul Johnson\nAs one of many famous patients to take treatment at Dr. Lane's health retreat throughout the 1850's, influential scientist Charles Darwin makes several appearances in Mrs. Robinson's Disgrace, with his opinion regarding the scandal surrounding Dr. Lane and Isabella reflected in his writings of the time. Readers interested in learning more about Darwin will find much to enjoy in Johnson's new biography, which details the life and times of the celebrated scientist, whose groundbreaking work Origin of the Species was published in 1859, just as the Robinson divorce case was reaching its conclusion.\nTags:accessible, atmospheric, authentic, colorful, compelling, complex, densely written, detailed, details of the Victorian era, dramatic, engaging, evocative, informative, insightful, introspective, investigative, journalistic, polished, rich and famous, sophisticated, stately, sympathetic characters, thoughtful, well-researched\nAuthor: Belva Plain\nTitle: Heartwood\nGenre: Women Lives and Relationships\nGeographical Setting: New York City\nSeries (If applicable): Werner Family Saga\nPlot Summary: The last novel in the Werner Family Saga, Heartwood is a leisurely-paced story about Iris Stern's family life. Set in the late 1970s and into the early 1980s, Iris Stern, who is a daughter of a Polish-Jewish immigrant and a professor at a university. Even though she is a modern woman with a successful career, but when it comes to family, she is more old-fashioned. Even when her marriage is unwinding, Iris stays with her husband, Theo. Additionally; Heartwood goes into the adult lives of Iris's three children, which are two boys and a girl. Although all three of her children are described in the story, it mainly goes back and forth between Iris and her only daughter Laura. Laura married her husband Robbie in college because she was pregnant with her daughter Katie. Laura's marriage to Robby is on the rocks because she has found success in her catering business and Robby cannot adapt to the fact that she is the breadwinner. The heartwarming novel explains the stories of Iris and Laura's secrets, hardships and happy moments in their marriages and family life.\nSubject Headings: Jewish women \u2013 New York City; options, alternatives, choices; family secrets \u2013 New York City; Jewish families; Adult children \u2013 family relationships; stern family\nAppeal: character-driven; detailed; engaging; family-centered; heartwarming; intimate; leisurely-paced; moving; nostalgic; reflective; romantic; straightforward; well-developed\n3 appeal terms that best describe this book: family-centered; heartwarming; leisurely-paced\n\u2013 Pearlman, Ann, Infidelity (autobiography of three generations of a Jewish family and there family secrets)\n\u2013 Rosen, Ruth, The world split open: how the modern women's movement changed America (explains why women's movement changed America, how women like Iris and Laura can be successful women in the late 1970s into the early 1980s because of the impact of the women's movement)\n\u2013 Schulman, Bruce J., The seventies: the great shift in American culture, society, and politics (describes the cultural and political history of the 1970s which is when Heartwood took place)\n\u2013 Bradford, Barbara Taylor, 1933-, A Women of Substance ( first book of Harte family saga throughout several generations, woman who immigrated from Europe)\n\u2013 Kristin Hannah, Winter Garden (mother-daughter relationship, secrets of family- history)\n\u2013 Sullivan, J. Courtney, Maine (three generations of women who have different values, hidden secrets)\nName: Samantha Biegel\nTags:character driven, detailed, engaging, family-centered, heartwarming, intimate, leisurely paced, Moving, nostalgic, reflective, romantic, straightforward, well-developed\nPosted in Women's Lives | Leave a Comment \u00bb\nAre You My Mother?\nAuthor: Alison Bechdel\nTitle: Are You My Mother?: A Comic Drama\nGenre: Graphic Memoir\nGeographical Setting: Mostly Pennsylvania and Vermont\nTime Period: Present day with flashbacks\nSeries: Follow-up to Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic (2006)\nPlot Summary: Are You My Mother? is a densely-layered and thought-provoking exploration in graphic memoir form of author Bechdel's complex, flawed relationship with her mother. Bechdel's father, the subject of her earlier work, Fun Home, was a closeted bisexual who ultimately committed suicide, and her mother a frustrated poet and actress who sublimated her desires to those of her husband, submitting to the role of primary caregiver to their three children. Are You My Mother? depicts Bechdel, some five years after the publication of her critically-acclaimed book about her father, setting out to write a new book about her mother. Bechdel chronicles her process as an artist and writer, undergoing therapy and looking for analogies to her own life found in the works of favorite authors Virginia Woolf and psychoanalyst Donald Winnicott, as she attempts to shape a narrative that identifies the moments that wounded her mother and crippled the formation of a healthy mother-daughter bond. The artwork in Are You My Mother? is pen and brush with delicate grey and red washes, offering a deceptively comic-strip-like simplicity that lightens the densely-written and sophisticated subject matter.\nSubject Headings: Motherhood; Mothers and daughters; Teenage daughters\u2014coming out; Parent and child; Suicide; Feminism; Psychoanalysis; Woolf, Virginia, 1882-1941; Winnicott, D. W. (Donald Woods), 1896-1971; Artists\nAppeal: Detailed, dramatic, eccentric, intriguing secondary characters, introspective, well developed, character centered, complex, domestic, episodic, layered, literary references, sexually explicit, thought-provoking, contemporary, detailed setting, details of psychoanalytic theory, elaborate, metaphorical, sophisticated, unusual\n3 appeal terms that best describe this book: introspective, layered, thought-provoking\nProjections: Comics and the History of Twenty-First-Century Storytelling (2012) by Jared Gardner\nReaders who admire the scope and depth of Bechdel's graphic storytelling will find much to explore in Gardner's recent lively, yet somewhat academic, tome. Gardner offers an interpretation of comics as an art form which encourages interactivity in deciphering its contents and a model for contemporary modes of communication. There are multiple passages on Bechdel's work which contextualize her place in the comics field.\nHarvey Pekar's Cleveland (2012) by Harvey Pekar\nBechdel works in the form known in graphic novel circles as autobiographical comics. Those who want to read more of this type of story may wish to acquaint themselves with Harvey Pekar, one of the seminal figures in this genre who helped define its contours. Where Are You My Mother? uses literary reference and psychoanalysis as a context for Bechdel's self-exploration, Harvey Pekar's Cleveland in rich detail describes the deep impact that place and history have in shaping identity. Cartoonish but heavily-rendered pen and ink drawings highlight both the grit and charm of urban Cleveland.\nDonald Winnicott Today (2012) edited by Jan Abram\nThe work and life of child psychoanalyst and theorist Winnicott are front and center in the narrative of Are You My Mother? Bechdel comes to terms with life-long insecurities and decodes her troubled relationship with her mother, relying heavily on Winnicott's models of mother-child dynamics. Readers who want to explore Winnicott's work further will find this an accessible and thoughtfully assembled overview of his contributions to the field of Psychoanalysis.\nTo the Lighthouse (1927; various editions) by Virginia Woolf\nBechdel's work is heavily influenced by the English writer Virginia Woolf. Although many of her books are discussed in Are You My Mother?, Woolf's novel To the Lighthouse receives particular attention for its story of self-discovery and coming to terms with the past, which mirrors Bechdel's emotional journey. Believed to be the most autobiographical of all Woolf's psychological fiction, To the Lighthouse, with its lyrical style and reflective tone, will surely appeal to readers intrigued by the glimpses of the novel found in Are You My Mother?\nStuck Rubber Baby (New Edition; 2010) by Howard Cruse\nNewcomers to comics featuring LGBT protagonists and themes who wish to explore further will find an incredibly rich and varied tradition awaiting them. One of the first widely critically-acclaimed graphic novels dealing with gay themes to receive national attention was Cruse's Stuck Rubber Baby, first published in 1995. Moving and reflective, and with a strong sense of place, the story follows the exploits of a young man named Toland Polk discovering his sexuality against the backdrop of the civil rights movement in the South during the 1960s.\nWandering Son, Book 1 (2011) by Shimura Takako\nAre You My Mother? explores the thematic territory of gender identity and coming of age as does the moving and character-driven manga Wandering Son. Two fifth graders on the cusp of puberty share a secret: Shuichi is a boy who wishes he were a girl and Yoshino a girl who wishes she were a boy. Shimura's spare and evocative art will likely appeal to fans of Bechdel's stylized and emotionally expressive drawings.\nTags:character centered, complex, contemporary, detailed, detailed setting, details of psychoanalytic theory, domestic, dramatic, eccentric, elaborate, episodic, intriguing secondary characters, introspective, layered, literary references, metaphorical, sexually explicit, sophisticated, thought provoking, unusual, well-developed\nPosted in GLBTQ, Graphic Novel, Nonfiction, Women's Lives | Leave a Comment \u00bb\nAuthor: Tana French\nTitle: In the Woods\nGeographical Setting: Dublin, Ireland and Knocknaree, Ireland\nTime Period: Modern times; 2007, also flashbacks to mid-1980s\nPlot Summary: On a beautiful summer day in 1984, three young children mysteriously disappear into the woods near their home. While initially unalarmed, their parents eventually head out to search for the three kids. One is found, clutching a tree, covered in blood and unable to speak. The other two are never found. In modern times, detective Rob Ryan and his partner Cassie Maddox are assigned to a terrible case of a young girl who is murdered and left on an ancient ceremonial stone in the same area where the two youngsters disappeared back in 1984. As the two detectives work tirelessly to uncover the young girl's killer, detective Ryan must grapple with his own demons and try to make sense of a murder that seems unsolvable, and an old, haunting case that seems more and more to be connected. Will the two detectives be able to solve the case, and the old case, before they go cold?\nSubject Headings: Murder victims, child murder, detectives, cold cases, criminal investigations, murder investigations, crimes against children, police, Dublin, Ireland, detective and mystery stories\nAppeal: Character driven, Disturbing, Compelling, Lyrical, Moody, Detailed, Investigative, Builds in intensity, Suspenseful, Creepy, Series (Characters), Engrossing, Flashbacks,\n3 appeal terms that best describe this book: Investigative, Creepy, Moody\nAbbott, Megan E. The End of Everything\nEvie and Lizzie are neighbors and best friends; they spend all of their time together and could never imagine being apart or keeping a secret. When Evie suddenly disappears, Lizzie is bombarded with questions about her best friend and her whereabouts. As she searches for the truth, Lizzie comes across a series of secrets that make her question how well she really knew her best friend.\nRoy, Lori. Bent Road\nWhen Arthur Scott moves his family back to his small hometown in Kansas, his wife and children struggle to adjust to their new life. To make matters worse, a young girl disappears in the town, drudging up old memories of Arthur's sister, who also mysteriously disappeared never to be found. This richly detailed, creepy novel will delight readers who enjoyed the tone and atmosphere, as well as the suspense aspects, of In The Woods.\nEriksson, Kjell. The Princess of Burundi\nWhen a jogger stumbles onto the body of a local small town crook, the homicide detective team works to uncover the multiple angles of who might have killed him. Though eventually discovered, this psychological mystery is a compelling and gritty read.\nCohen, Lisa R. After Etan: the missing child case that held America captive\nWhile often when children go missing, they are eventually found, this is the true tale of a young boy who disappeared 30 years ago and is still missing. Filled with disturbing details, this will be an enjoyable read for anyone who liked the aspect of a cold case of missing children and the gritty details surrounding that.\nKottler, Jeffrey A. Lust for Blood\nThis book examines the ongoing fascination with crime, murder, and violence in the world. Filled with interviews of both consumers of the morbid, and those who perpetrate these crimes, this book is an interesting look into the public's twisted fascination with the macabre.\nStern, Jessica. Denial: A Memoir of Terror\nThis story discusses the trauma of post traumatic stress as a result of sexual abuse and other forms of physical and mental abuse. Written from the viewpoint of a scientist and former abuse victim, this haunting investigation will entice readers who were interested in the sexual abuse and psychological trauma angles of In the Woods.\nTags:builds in intensity, character driven, compelling, Creepy, detailed, disturbing, engrossing, flashbacks, investigative, lyrical, moody, series (characters), suspenseful\nPosted in Psychological Suspense | Leave a Comment \u00bb\nThe Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath\nAuthor: Sylvia Plath\nTitle: The Bell Jar\nGenre: Literary Fiction, Women's Lives and Relationships, Bestsellers\nPublication Date: 1963 (England), 1971 (USA)\nGeographical Setting: New York, Massachusetts\nTime Period: Six months in 1953\nPlot Summary: This is a semi-autobiographical novel related to the author's life. She killed herself shortly after it was published. This is a coming-of-age story of a 20-year-old woman as she discovers herself and her desires, just as any college student does. Esther Greenwood was going to college on a scholarship when she got accepted for a special internship with a fashion magazine in New York for the summer. The book describes her relationships with her family, friends, colleagues, and psychologists in a descriptive manner. As this melancholic story progresses, Esther slowly loses her mind to mental illness and eventually attempts to commit suicide. The lyrical and poetic writing is a must read for fans of literary fiction. It is an excellent book to recommend for those interested in studying psychology or going through their own quarter life crisis.\nSubject Headings: Depression, Suicidal Behavior, Psychological Fiction, College Students\nAppeal terms: leisurely-paced, introspective, psychological, emotionally charged, melancholy, detailed, realistic, character-centered, timeless, classic, lyrical, literary\nThree appeal terms: character-centered, psychological, and literary\nFranny and Zooey by J.D. Salinger- A reviewer has compared Sylvia Plath's book to Salinger's Franny. Both books are about the experiences of female college students during the same time period.\nGirl, Interrupted by Susanna Kaysen- This book is about an 18 year old that spent two years living in a psychiatric hospital, in 1967, that Sylvia Plath may have spent time in.\nThe Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake by Aimee Bender- This book is a young adult fantasy. It is about a girl that can taste the true emotions of the person who made her food.\nConquering Your Quarterlife Crisis: Advice from Twentysomethings Who Have Been There and Survived by Alexandra Robbins- This is a guide for those that are lost and confused as they become adults in order to help them get through their quarter life crisis.\nNo Time to Say Goodbye: Surviving the Suicide of a Loved One by Carla Fine- This book offers advice for those who have lost family members due to suicide. The author's husband was a doctor who committed suicide.\nLying: A Metaphorical Memoir by Lauren Slater- This is the memoir of a woman that had a psychological problem in which she was a compulsive liar. The character, Esther Greenwood, regularly lies in The Bell Jar.\nTags:character centered, classic, detailed, emotionally charged, introspective, leisurely paced, literary, lyrical, melancholy, psychological, realistic, timeless\nPosted in Best Seller, Literary Fiction, Women's Lives | Leave a Comment \u00bb\nMemoirs of Geisha\nTitle: Memoirs of a Geisha\nAuthor: Arthur, Golden\nTime Period: Japan \u2013 1920s to the 1940s.\nGenre: Historical Fiction\nPlot Summary: Arthur Golden weaves a compelling story in this memoir about a poor girl Sayuri sold and taken to the big city and is forced into a kind of life she was totally unprepared for. She finds herself in the world of Geisha, and learns the Geisha trade where she eventually becomes one of the most desired Geisha in Japan. Told from a first person point of view, this book explores in detail the daily life of the Geisha, various stages of the Geisha training, the competitions, and rivalries among the Geisha and the ultimate sale of the Geisha's virginity. Though leisurely paced, the reader is taken through twists and turns of the plot and is made to feel real sympathetic to the strong willed and determined Sayuri \u2013 who decides to go by the wishes of her heart rather than the dictates of the society. You find a lot of cultural elements and language that evokes a strong sense of place that depicts the culture and tradition of the Japanese in a very realistic fashion..\nAppeal Characteristics: Compelling; lyrical; richly detailed, leisurely paced, atmospheric; reflective, introspective, insightful, inspiring, detailed, homespun; Leisurely-Paced; Evocative, sympathetic, introspective \u2013 Japanese culture, single character development over time, explores interesting multiple characters\nSubject Headings: Geishas, Artisans, competition in women, Women entertainers,\nProstitution, Women friendship, Men\/women relationships, Jealousy in women, First loves, 20th century\n3 Best Appeal Terms: Leisurely paced, Compelling, Reflective\nMy Antonia by Carter, Willa \u2013 Shares similar tone and plot as Memoirs of a Geisha -The story of an orphaned girl who struggles from a young age\u2026\nReflective, Homespun, Bittersweet, Narrative style \u2013\nThe whistling season by Doig, Ivan \u2013 Set in the early 1900s, has a very strong sense of place, Moving, Reflective, Nostalgic, Descriptive, Atmospheric. Readers who loved these elements in Memoirs of a Geisha would also love this novel.\nThe commoner by Schwartz, John Burnham\nThose who loved Memoirs of a Geisha will also love this because they both share similar themes \u2013 Where one from a lowly beginning finds love and rises to top \u2013 a commoner marries into royalty. Novel set in Japan, evokes language and cultural elements. Gives a good insight into the culture and tradition of the Japanese. Has similar narrative style, from first person point of view.\nAutobiography of a Geisha by Masuda, Sayo\nMasuda recounts from a first person point of view life as a Geisha. This book exposes both the glamour and the indignity surrounding \"Geisha\". Readers of Memoirs of a Geisha would be enthralled.\nJapanland: a year in search of wa by Muller, Karin\nAn american film maker travels to Japan to explore the customs and traditions of the people. We get an insight into the life of geishas, samurai and other communities. Readers who loved memoirs of a Geisha would thoroughly enjoy this true life account on what goes behind closed doors of these customs.\nWomen of the pleasure quarters: the secret history of the geisha by Downer, Leslie\nThis is a well researched book that delves more into the history of the Geisha. A fascinating read by anyone curious about how \"Geisha\" came to be.\nBy: Vera\nTags:atmospheric; reflective, Compelling; lyrical; richly detailed, detailed, evocative, explores interesting multiple characters, homespun, insightful, inspiring, introspective, introspective - Japanese culture, leisurely paced, single character development over time, sympathetic\nPosted in Historical Fiction | Leave a Comment \u00bb","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
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{"text":"Labuan-Bajo.com\nHow To Pronounce Bali Swiss Term Of Enderament\nTags: emphasis first syllable, popular tourist destination, Swiss term endearment\nHow to pronounce Bali Swiss term of endearment?\nThe Swiss term of endearment \"Bali\" is pronounced \"bah-lee\". It has a light, airy sound and is often used as a term of endearment for someone who is dear to you. \"Bali\" can also be used as a term of respect for an elder or someone in a position of authority.\n1 How do you pronounce the name Bali?\n2 How do you say love in Switzerland?\n3 How do you pronounce Schweiz?\n4 How do you pronounce Suksma?\n5 What Bali means?\n6 How do you pronounce Kuta?\n7 What is the Swiss greeting?\nHow do you pronounce the name Bali?\nThe Balinese name for their island is Pulau Bali. How do you pronounce it? The name is often mispronounced by foreigners as bal-lee instead of bah-lee. To pronounce it correctly, say ba-lee, with the emphasis on the first syllable.\nThe Balinese language has a slightly different pronunciation than Indonesian, which is the language spoken throughout the rest of Indonesia. In Balinese, the letter c is pronounced ts, so the name of the island is pronounced ba-lits.\nThe Balinese people are proud of their unique culture and language, and they are always happy to share information about their island with visitors. When in Bali, be sure to ask locals how to say various things in Balinese, and you're sure to enjoy the experience even more.\nHow do you say love in Switzerland?\nSwitzerland is a country located in Western Europe. It is a landlocked country, bordered by Italy to the south, France to the west, Germany to the north, and Austria and Liechtenstein to the east. Switzerland is a diverse country, with four official languages \u2013 German, French, Italian, and Romansh. Swiss culture is also influenced by its many mountain ranges, and the country is well-known for its cheese and chocolate.\nSee also What Country Capital Is Jakarta\nOne question that often comes up when travelling to Switzerland is how to say \"love\" in the different languages spoken there. In German, \"love\" is \"liebe\", in French it is \"amour\", in Italian it is \"amore\", and in Romansh it is \"laima\".\nHow do you pronounce Schweiz?\nSchweiz is pronounced \"shvayts.\" The \"ch\" is pronounced like the \"ch\" in \"loch.\" The \"z\" is pronounced like the \"z\" in \"azure.\"\nHow do you pronounce Suksma?\nThe word Suksma is of Sanskrit origin and is usually pronounced as Sook-smah. However, the word can also be pronounced as Soo-ksma, depending on the preference of the speaker.\nSuksma is a Sanskrit word that means \"subtle\" or \"fine\". It is often used in the context of Yoga and meditation, to refer to the minute and delicate sensations that are experienced in the body and mind.\nThe pronunciation of Suksma can vary depending on the dialect of the speaker. In some cases, it may be pronounced as Sook-smah, while in others it may be pronounced as Soo-ksma. The important thing is that the word is pronounced with a soft 's' sound, as opposed to a hard 's' sound.\nWhat Bali means?\nBali is an Indonesian island located in the westernmost end of the Lesser Sunda Islands. The island is characterized by its volcanic mountains, lush rice paddies, and pristine beaches. Bali is also renowned for its rich culture and traditional arts, which are steeped in Hinduism and Buddhism.\nBali has a long and complex history, which is evident in its architecture, language, and religion. The island was first settled by the Balinese people, who are believed to have arrived from Java in the first century AD. Bali was later ruled by the Majapahit Empire, and the Hindu kingdom of Bali emerged in the fourteenth century.\nSee also How To Get From Bali To Komodo\nBali is a popular tourist destination, and its unique culture and natural beauty attract visitors from all over the world. The island's beaches are a major draw, and tourists can enjoy activities such as surfing, diving, and sunbathing. Bali is also home to a number of Hindu temples, which are a major tourist attraction.\nBali is a fascinating and beautiful island, and its unique culture and history make it a must-see destination for tourists and travelers.\nHow do you pronounce Kuta?\nPronouncing the word \"Kuta\" can be tricky for English speakers, as the \"u\" vowel is not typically used in English words. The Indonesian word \"Kuta\" is actually pronounced more like \"koo-tah\", with a strong emphasis on the first syllable.\nKuta is a popular tourist destination on the island of Bali, and is well-known for its beautiful beaches and relaxed atmosphere. If you're planning a trip to Bali, be sure to add Kuta to your itinerary!\nWhat is the Swiss greeting?\nThe Swiss greeting is a way of saying hello or goodbye. It is a very simple way of greeting someone and is the same for both men and women. The Swiss greeting is pronounced \"choo-choo\" and is said while shaking hands.\nThe Swiss greeting is a way of showing respect and is used in all parts of Switzerland. It is a common greeting among friends, family, and strangers. When saying goodbye, the Swiss greeting is often accompanied by a kiss on the cheek.\nThe Swiss greeting is a unique way of greeting someone and is a tradition that has been passed down for many years. It is a polite way of greeting someone and is a gesture that is appreciated by all.\nSee also What Countries Fly Direct To Bali\nJose Liang\nJose Liagn is a Bali travel expert who knows the ins and outs of the island like the back of his hand. He can help you find the perfect place to stay, the best restaurants to eat at, and the most exciting activities to do while you're there. Jose is passionate about helping people fall in love with Bali the way he has, and he would be thrilled to help you plan your perfect trip!\nalways good idea answer this question answer this question depends aware your surroundings Bali Bali beautiful Bali beautiful island Bali cellular shades Bali great place Bali Indonesian island Bali most popular Bali popular destination Bali popular tourist Bali popular tourist destination beaches lush jungles best time visit best time visit Bali cheapest month Bali Coordinated Universal Time cost living Bali country code Indonesia days Bali enough days enough Bali Denpasar International Airport direct flights Bali Dutch East India Dutch East India Company Dutch East Indies East India Company fourth most populous Indonesian embassy consulate Indonesia poor rich Indonesia poor rich country Indonesia United States Jakarta capital Indonesia languages spoken Indonesia most popular tourist most popular tourist destinations much does cost much money need Ngurah International Airport official language Indonesia popular tourist destination popular tourist destinations time visit Bali trip Bali cost\n\u00a92023 Labuan-Bajo.com | Powered by WordPress and Superb Themes!","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Missing man's body recovered from Assawoman Bay in Ocean City: Police\nDivers recovered the body of Cesar Alcides Martinez Saravia of Montgomery County from a bayside canal in Ocean City on Monday, police said.\nMissing man's body recovered from Assawoman Bay in Ocean City: Police Divers recovered the body of Cesar Alcides Martinez Saravia of Montgomery County from a bayside canal in Ocean City on Monday, police said. Check out this story on delmarvanow.com: http:\/\/www.delmarvanow.com\/story\/news\/local\/maryland\/2018\/06\/04\/ocean-city-missing-persons-search-expands-water\/669998002\/\nRose Velazquez, rvelazquez@delmarvanow.com Published 2:50 p.m. ET June 4, 2018 | Updated 1:50 p.m. ET June 5, 2018\nMaryland Natural Resources Police and the Ocean City Police Department are conducting an investigation near 67th Street on the bay Monday, June 4, 2018.(Photo: Staff Photo by Megan Raymond)Buy Photo\nPolice have confirmed the body of a missing Montgomery County man was recovered from a bayside canal in Ocean City Monday.\nThe Ocean City Fire Department Dive Team recovered the body of 23-year-old Cesar Alcides Martinez Saravia from the water just south of 67th Street, according to Ocean City police.\nHis friends reported him missing on the morning of Sunday, June 3, police said, stating that he was last seen in the area of 62nd Street the day before at around 7 p.m.\nIn a Sunday night Facebook post alerting the public about the missing persons investigation, the police department stated that social media may have put him in the area in the area between 28th Street and 30th Street at about 8:30 p.m. that same night.\nMore: Missing 23-year-old last seen in Ocean City: Police\nMaryland Natural Resources Police spokesperson Candy Thomson said Tuesday that Ocean City police requested NRP aid the investigation by using side-scan sonar to scour the Assawoman Bay beginning near 67th Street. Side-scan sonar uses a sonar device to develop imagery of the seafloor.\nMartinez Saravia's body has been sent to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner of Maryland for an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death. Police said there were no obvious signs of injury and no foul play, but the investigation is still ongoing.\nPhotos: Ocean City police searching Assawoman Bay near 67th Street\nMaryland Natural Resources Police and the Ocean City Police Department are conducting an investigation near 67th Street on the bay Monday, June 4, 2018. Staff Photo by Megan Raymond\nMore: In Ocean City armed robbery, nearly $3,000 stolen: Police\nRead or Share this story: http:\/\/www.delmarvanow.com\/story\/news\/local\/maryland\/2018\/06\/04\/ocean-city-missing-persons-search-expands-water\/669998002\/\nSuspects wanted in Delmar armed robbery: Police\nPortion of Walston Switch likely to close indefinitely\nPerdue's Family Farmhouse to be open for tours\nUpgrade sought for road into Chincoteague","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Home \u00bb Business And Finance \u00bb Dr. Craig Wright at TOKEN2049: 'I will make exchanges obsolete\u2014watch next two years'\nDr. Craig Wright at TOKEN2049: 'I will make exchanges obsolete\u2014watch next two years'\nDr. Wright warns predatory ICOs and exchanges, which will be driven to the ground by the 'atomic swap.'\nAt the TOKEN2049 in Hong Kong last week, nChain chief scientist Craig Wright's speech went against what majority of the attendees (even speakers) stood for. Filled with hopeful start-up founders, several attendees to the event were also holding token sales. For a day trader, this was a jackpot.\nBut with so many already in existence\u2014and with many more popping up as we speak\u2014it's quite logical to assume that majority of these will collapse. For one thing, many are set on launching ICOs simply because it has been known to generate massive funds, in a very short span of time\u2013millions of dollars within 24 hours for some.\n\"I'm going to tell you a whole lot of things that you probably don't want to hear today,\" Wright, who has been quite the polarizing figure in the Bitcoin community for years, started his speech. Here we wrap up the key points in his speech at last week's event.\nPredatory ICOs, you've been warned\nWright then went on to warn ICOs, particularly those who are just hyping it up to generate quick bucks, without actually planning to deliver\u2014which he says constitutes 99% of ICOs in existence.\n\"None of the ideas of ICO's or whatever else works unless they have worth\u2014not raising funds for the sake of raising funds, not anything else,\" Wright said, adding that \"code is law\" is not a valid defense. Tokens sold through ICOs to generate funds can be categorized as securities.\n\"Just because you've conned some lawyer into misunderstanding it, doesn't make it any different,\" he said.\nWright says that if a company does fail, authorities will question whether the founders actually tried and built something, or if they just awarded themselves with big salaries to line their pockets. He added that he is helping and will continuously aid authorities in cleaning up the space of predatory companies.\n\"The law is law,\" Wright said. \"You try standing in front of a judge and telling him otherwise, and you're going to be sorry because they can reach back in time. The SEC doesn't think about what you're doing now. They have a 20-year timeframe. You raise money and you don't pay it back, they can reach back. Not 'you got away with it.'\"\n\"What they really should be used for is a new business model, not 'how can we raise funds and deliver nothing,'\" Wright said. \"47% have nothing to show after a year but wasted money. It is worse than dot-com back in the 90s.\"\nInclusion, not getting rich, is the real purpose of tokenization\nBlockchain intended to bring equality and inclusion, but the human desire to own more than the next guy has always been a powerful motivating factor that has steered civilization into consumerism. Wright cited HODLing as the new age form of hoarding.\n\"HODLing is probably the most despicable, evil thing to do with Bitcoin. It is not saving, it is hoarding. Bitcoin is a payment system. It is cash. It is to be used to help people spend money,\" he lamented. \"People can actually spend and use, not hoard so that in ten years, they can go, 'look! I've got more of something than I can hold.'\"\nAccording to Dr. Wright, a huge percentage of blockchain and cryptocurrency start-ups are merely taking advantage of the hype and value spikes caused by HODLers, instead of actually building something worthwhile. He states that tokenization was supposed to be a medium through which the world can create an \"on-demand economy,\" an Uber for everything you need, as he puts it.\nEfficient, high-speed production of supplies that are made on-demand with a traceable and verifiable supply chain on the blockchain, he says, is what tokenization should be used for, making otherwise luxury items a common and accessible thing for all people.\n\"Everything that is common now used to be a luxury\u2014toilets were a luxury 100 years ago. Victorian England\u2014if you had a flush toilet, you were rich. Now no one would buy a house in the West without a toilet.\"\nNow, he says that services and supplies can be tailored to individuals because \"one thing for everyone doesn't work,\" and that supplies can be delivered whenever they are needed, wherever they are needed, to those who need them the most.\nHe went on to discuss how this new revolution could open up the floodgates to inclusion and global interaction.\n\"This is a world that is becoming more and more global\u2014that is a good thing,\" Wright said. \"As we start trading with people, we start building relationships and having to understand them.\"\n\"When we want to start actually understanding our customers in different parts of the world, then we start to be exposed to different culture, different ways of life\u2014different ways of doing things. It opens us up and we all grow as people, as humans. We don't become so isolated and insular.\"\nAn age of equality, meritocracy\n\"Tokens enable something miraculous if done right. They enable a world where every person in this bloody globe\u2014not just someone in a little area in Silicon Valley\u2014can start trading. But someone in Ghana can write code, design, build,\" said Wright.\n\"Imagine that poor guy in the middle of Venezuela who wants to earn some money and be able to live and trade and do something. Now, he can write an article, now he can design something and own the digital rights to it and have someone (3D) print it anywhere on earth. That's what this is really about. The ability for anyone to get out there and do something and promote something of substance and to compete on merit,\" he said.\nHe added that the implications of tokenization on the blockchain for equality is massive, and can help people from all walks of life compete on equal grounds regardless of the circumstances under which they were born.\n\"Not with government handouts, not with government subsidies not because they inherited wealth \u2013because they do it better, they work hard, they think smarter. That's what tokens will deliver. The true gains of the digital economy aren't yet, they will be when we have everything able to be taken anywhere, and used anywhere.\"\nThe biggest bomb: 'atomic Swaps' and 'evolving codes'\nSo far, Dr. Wright's promise to help authorities prosecute predatory ICO's was not even the biggest bomb in his speech. According to him, he will be driving exchanges to the ground by creating their ultimate competitor\u2014a free cryptocurrency exchange mechanism, one that will enable transfers as fast and simple, as say, sending someone a Facebook message.\nThere is no detailed information on the new mechanism as of yet, but Wright says they will be releasing some papers starting May, two months from now onwards, that will change everyone's perspective\u2014and probably shatter several businesses.\n\"We're going to start teaching you how everything you thought about Bitcoin is probably wrong. We're going to teach you how to do 'atomic swaps,'\" he announced. While he says he can't announce the specifics until the paperwork has been finished, his description of the mechanism is quite unnerving, particularly if you are running, or building a cryptocurrency exchange.\n\"I can buy and sell Ethereum to Dash inside Bitcoin today. I can make exchanges obsolete,\" Wright declared. \"Right now, I can do a peer-to-peer exchange of Ethereum and Dash on Bitcoin Cash.\"\nAddressing cryptocurrency exchanges, Wright warned: \"We're going to make you obsolete\u2014not so that we make money out of it\u2014so that we start people trading.\" Precisely how he's going to drive exchanges obsolete, apart from the capability for direct cross-blockchain transfer, is the fact that it's free.\n\"I don't want your money. There's my scam: I'm not going to take a cent from anyone,\" adding that those raising money to put up cryptocurrency exchanges can still \"go for it,\" but that their days are numbered.\n\"I'm not going to stop you. I'm just going to basically out-compete you. We're going to release\u2014freely\u2014a whole [lot of things] that make all that you're doing there obsolete.\"\n\"That's what we're going to deliver on Bitcoin Cash. And you'll say, 'you can't do that.' And I'll say, 'watch.' You'll say, 'you can't trade these things securely.' I'm gonna tell you, 'watch,'\" he dared.\nHe reiterated on the proof-of-work principle of blockchain, and how the new revolution would supposedly make competition all about creating and delivering.\n\"It is proof-of-work, not 'proof-of-I-want-something,' proof-of-work. And if you don't get that, watch the next two years. You're going to have some eye-openers,\" he said. He adds that he doesn't care if people hate him for this\u2014all he cares is that people \"develop, deliver, and create.\"\n\"And if you don't want to develop, deliver, and create, we're going to make a world where you're going to have to.\"\n\u2190 Ripple Price Technical Analysis \u2013 XRP\/USD Consolidating Above $0.5500\nBank Of Korea Reveals The Poll Results: 40% Young Adults Are Crypto Enthusiast Than Others \u2192\nBitcoin price inches closer to $30,000 with new all-time highs\nCream Finance, PancakeSwap Websites Compromised\nNot Just DeFi, SaTT ICO Also Gained Well In The Cryptocurrency Market","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Wednesday, May 08 2019\nWritten by Kristie Leonard\nKay entered the garage lit by sensors as she walked in to check on her car. She had the best intentions to begin charging the vehicle but didn't park it close enough to the charging dock. Most newer cars began charging when they were within 50 feet of the garage. Kay liked to call her car a classic, but her friends called it a medieval piece of junk.\n\"Tracey, Call Jade. \"Hey, a group of us are going to Captiva tonight, and Chip will be there, if you recall. Have you even taken a shower today?\".\n\"No, shit. You requested a full screen and I allowed it. At least your system doesn't project holograms. It's getting harder to lie to people as we used to with good old-fashioned Face-Chat. Doesn't ViaTech give you a choice of the best communication devices?\"\n\"Everything works on a scale. If I get a promotion, which I don't necessarily want, then I get a Plume Z725,\" Kay said as she moved her car up so that it would charge.\n\"Why don't you want a promotion?\" Jade asked.\n\"I'll tell you tonight. Are you in?\"\n\"Sure; what time?\"\n\"Eight. I'll drive or we'll take a DV. Send me a 360 of what you're wearing. I'm snatching a hologram to get in a work-out. You should try him \u2013 Latin 3000, the trainer is Dex. It burns but they promise a firmer ass in a month. See ya tonight. Tracey, end.\"\nKay always had an athletic build but that didn't amount to much because she never worked out or played organized sports. It resulted in Kay not wearing tight fitting or trendy clothes like most girls at LHS. In college, Kay realized that she could do something about her body and that it was to her advantage to do so. Good looks opened doors and who didn't benefit from a leg up. Kay started using digital workout routines, twice weekly Pilates and the occasional run. She donated her elastic waists for belts and form fitting jeans. When the occasion called for it Kay went for dresses with cutouts and heels \u2013 chunky, stilettos or platforms. She loved them all. Kay Whatley started to enjoy looking sexy and appreciated getting noticed, although she never let it go to her head.\nKay summoned her hunky hologram Dex who cordially greeted her and congratulated her on sticking with the program. He knew she had knee surgery in high school and asked if she had looked into getting a brace. He could recommend a good one from Phoenix Fitness that others he knew had success with. She declined but told him to check back and then she sweat for an hour, during which Dex reminded her to take breaks with Phoenix hydrating beverage.\n\"Kay, just a reminder to get in the shower. The DV you spoke of has to be ordered and you need extra time to pick up Jade.\" Tracey's voice filled her not so big condo.\n\"Thanks, Tracey. Off,\" Kay said as she turned off her personal assistant. There were times when she got sick of being reminded of things to do. She had a lot going on and there were times she wanted to rely on her own intelligence. She feared losing it if it weren't exercised.\n\"Plume, I need a DV at 7:15.\" Kay talked into her wrist. She smiled and realized if she turned one device off, she always had another to rely on.\nKay slipped off her workout gear in her bedroom and put it down the chute into her smart washing device. A fresh robe was waiting in the pile of clean clothes that had come up earlier in the day. She walked into the bathroom, illuminated with soft, but not too soft lights. BeautyBot had the water flowing from the shower head when she entered the bathroom. Before it could comment on her one gray hair, Kay turned the device off because there were days, she just didn't want to know what everyone else was seeing. She didn't need to constantly look in the mirror because she knew the results were pleasing. Kay's workouts paid off, she knew it and her confidence made her shine.\nKay walked into Captiva and made a beeline for Will who had ordered a drink for himself at the chrome bar. Bryce and Jade were scoping out the crowd to check for anyone they knew. Jade found Chip Mantooth and immediately started chatting him up.\nChip Mantooth had evolved since high school more than anyone else. He had gone from very geeky to mildly geeky. He bathed regularly and no longer had a relative cut his brown hair. He had even gotten highlights which looked natural and not overdone. In high school Chip dressed off the rack from the discount outlet and now, although his suits weren't bespoke, they were pricey and on trend. Chip was presenting a new version of himself and it was obvious that he enjoyed the positive attention he garnered.\n\"Hey, Will. How's the drink?\" Bryce asked.\n\"Can't complain. Of course, it's not as stiff as the ones you pour.\" Will smiled. \"You also offer a better sounding board when you're behind the bar.\"\n\"Bar bots are endangering my career as a bartender. I used to tell bar owners that bots couldn't beat my gift for gab that would encourage patrons to buy more drinks, but the bots have that covered now. Holograms in Japan are listening more closely than I ever could and offering advice like you'd find in a therapist's office.\n\" I disagree, Bryce,\" Will said.\" They're not nearly as nice to look at or fun to flirt with as you can be.\"\nBryce smiled. \"Thanks Will. Screw it \u2013 I'm thirsty.\" Bryce ordered a martini from the bot.\nMore in this category: \u00ab Episode 2 - The Connected Agenda Episode 4 - The Connected Agenda - At Chips House \u00bb\nKristie Leonard\nKristie Leonard is an American author who writes fiction about technology and the people who make it work.\nkristieleonard.com\/\nLatest from Kristie Leonard\nThe Connected Agenda - Episode 8 \u2013 Timing\nEpisode 2 - The Connected Agenda","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"New AttractionsTheme Park\nBy TPCteam\t Last updated Aug 3, 2018\nHersheypark announced a brand new interactive dark ride, \"Reese's Cupfusion\". The ride will merge \"the world's love of chocolate and peanut butter with a dark ride experience and state-of-the-art, multi-level game player technology.\"\nRiders will take on a mission to protect the Reese's factory from monsters and prevent them from stealing the vaunted Crystal Cup. Aided by Commander Cup, riders will be armed with an Amplifier that beams Reese's spirit at the invaders, who are attempting to help themselves to unauthorized goodies.\nRider will experience a multi-sensory experience including smell throughout the ride while aim to earn points. Rider can unlock additional features and try to beat their score with every ride to become the next Reese's Legend in the Hall of Fame.\nSally Corporation and Raven Sun Creative will be bringing this attraction to life. This attraction will be a family-friendly ride for 36\" and up.\nThe new interactive attraction will be located in Founder's Way and is expected to debut in summer 2019.\nTo learn more about Hersheypark new ride, visit Hersheypark.com.\nDark RideHersheyparkNew for 2019Sally Corporation\nHagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure coming to Universal Orlando\u2026\nChucky And Killer Klowns From Outer Space are coming to Universal Orlando's Halloween\u2026\nHalloween Horror Nights 2018 just got bigger!\nSesame Street is coming to SeaWorld Orlando in 2019!","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Posted by olmal 17 days ago\nSuper Junior's Heechul cancels Christmas parties to guest on 'Radio Star' with Faker\nSuper Junior's Heechul gets overly excited to meet Faker on MBC's 'Radio Star'.\nThe episode was filmed on Christmas day, but Heechul said he was happy to cancel all the other parties to meet Faker. Heechul said, \"I'm too nervous to look to my left.\"\nHe continued, \"To us gamers, he is a living legend. Just as Kim Gook Jin is to comedians.\" Kim Gu Ra had the panel laughing by saying \"I don't think that's a good metaphor.\"\nFaker is a professional gamer and plays for T1 in League Of Legends. He is considered to be the greatest player of all time and was selected as one of the top three figures to represent Korea (along with Son Heung Min and BTS). On receiving a blank check he said, \"I didn't read the contract but that sounds very plausible,\" showing his confidence as a top-ranked player in the world. He added, \"Regardless of pay, I like living in Korea. I find playing in Korea interesting where e-sports is big. Also, I want to make my Korean fans proud as a gamer representing Korea.\"\nCheck out the clip above and below!\ncrystalwildfire1,555 pts 17 days ago 0\nah Heechul is a true gamer \ud83d\ude06 .. but I agree Faker is awesome.\nMarc310173 pts 17 days ago 1\nThe most greatest Pro Gamer of all time.\n1 more reply\nOli London undergos Skin Whitening Injections to Match Jimins Skin\n5 hours ago 30 2,539","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Select LanguageEnglishArabicChinese (Simplified)DanishDutchFrenchGermanGreekHindiIrishItalianJapanesePolishPortugueseRussianSpanish\nCondos and Resorts\nNights of Lights\nLocal Things to Do\nFriday, February 14, 2020, at 8:00 p.m. at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall\nSoft rock troubadour Al Stewart will perform songs from his four-decade-long career.\n1050 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, 32082\nThe Ponte Vedra Concert Hall welcomes soft rock troubadour Al Stewart for a live concert on Friday, February 14, 2020.\nBritish soft rock icon came to prominence in the sixties and seventies with hits such as \"Year of the Cat\" and \"Passages.\" He has released nineteen studio albums since 1967, securing his position as a key figure in British music.\nFor more information about Al Stewart, and for details about this concert, please visit here.\nAdmission: Tickets are $44.50 for rows A through K and $39.50 for all remaining rows.\nWhen: Friday, February 14, 2020, at 8:00 p.m. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.\nWhere: The Ponte Vedra Concert Hall is located at 1050 A1A North in Ponte Vedra Beach.\nParking Information: Parking will be available onsite. There will be a $5 parking fee for ticketed events and for free events parking will also be free. For events not produced by the St. Johns County Cultural Events Division, parking fees will be at the discretion of the event producer.\nSend Email!\nUpcoming Events that also might interest you\nLive Music on Mondays\nThe Tasting Tours Nights of Lights Tours\nNights of Lights Tours\nEvery Night from Nov. 23, 2019 to Feb 2, 2020\nAdmission | Ticket Prices\nRows A \u2013 K $44.50\nAll Remaining Rows $39.50\nEvent Keywords\nFeatured Events Live Entertainment Concerts Local Things to Do\nAttractions Association\nCondos & Resorts\nBar \/ Lounge \/ Pub\nOld Fort - 3D Tour\nWritten Timeline\nMap & Guide","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Home \u00bb GM Investing $71 Million in Two Ohio Manufacturing Plants\nGM Investing $71 Million in Two Ohio Manufacturing Plants\nKEYWORDS GM manufacturing \/ Ohio manufacturing\nDETROIT\u2014General Motors plans to invest $71 million in two Ohio manufacturing facilities, including $39 million at its Toledo transmission plant and $32 million at its Defiance casting plant. Work will begin immediately at the two locations. These investments will enable GM to retain 240 U.S. manufacturing jobs.\nThe Toledo investment will be used to upgrade and enhance production of GM's eight-speed rear-wheel-drive transmission, and the Defiance investment will be used to prepare the facility for future engine casting components work.\nGM has invested more than $3.3 billion in Ohio since 2009.\nSeparately, GM and LG Chem formed a joint venture\u2014Ultium Cells LLC\u2014and together are investing more than $2.3 billion to build a new, state-of-the-art battery cell manufacturing plant in Lordstown, OH, that will create more than 1,100 new jobs. Construction of the facility is underway. The new battery cell manufacturing plant will play a critical role in GM's commitment to an all-electric future.\nIn addition, GM has been working closely with Lordstown Motors Corp. since May 2019 to support the launch of its Endurance pickup. GM is investing $75 million in the company, which includes the sale of the former Lordstown assembly plant and production equipment.\nToledo Transmission Operations opened in 1916. Plant employees produced truck transfer cases and transmissions for four- and six-wheel-drive military trucks throughout World War II. Today, about 1,700 workers assemble GM's six-speed, eight-speed, and ten-speed rear-wheel-drive transmissions and nine-speed front-wheel-drive transmissions that are used in a variety of Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac vehicles.\nDefiance Casting Operations opened in 1948 and currently employs about 580 employees. The first iron was poured at the facility on Aug. 23, 1948. Today, these workers manufacture cylinder block and cylinder head castings for inline-four, V-6 and V-8 engines used in a variety of Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac vehicles.\nGM Investing $76 Million in Two U.S. Manufacturing Plants\nGM to Invest $200 Million in Two Michigan Plants\nGM Investing $75 Million in Toledo Transmission Plant\nHonda to Invest $53 Million to Build Two New Facilities in Ohio\nFaster, Better, Cheaper in the History of Manufacturing: From the Stone Age to Lean Manufacturing and Beyond\nDigital Manufacturing and Assembly Systems in Industry 4.0\nInvestment Decisions in Advanced Manufacturing Technology\nNature-Inspired Optimization in Advanced Manufacturing Processes and Systems\nTwo Technologies Inc.\nIsthmus Engineering and Manufacturing Co-op","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"UP: Noida society asks bachelor tenants to vacate, says PGs being run in violation of rule \u2013 Vartha Bharati\nNoida, Dec 5: Noida's Emerald Court society, where the now-demolished twin towers were located, has issued notices to bachelor tenants to vacate premises, citing violation of its rules.\nThe residential body of the posh society in Sector 93A said they had been getting complaints from other residents because of which notices have been issued to those living as paying guests (PGs).\n\"This is not a new rule. It's an old rule of the society mentioned in the notice. Some people in the society violated that rule to operate PGs and we were getting complaints related to administration of the society by other residents,\" Uday Bhan Singh Teotia, president of Emerald Court residents' association told PTI.\n\"This notice is to check the violation of the society rule. We have not asked anyone to vacate overnight but given due time of two to three months. The notice was issued in November,\" Teotia said.\nHe said some cases have come to the fore in which rent agreement of an apartment is made in the name of one person but that flat is further sub-let to five, six, or even seven girls.\n\"All this cannot be allowed,\" added Teotia, who had spearheaded the residents' fight against developer Supertech Ltd which led to the Supreme Court ordering demolition of the twin towers built illegally in the society's premises.\nAccording to local tenants, bachelors often face problems finding apartments or independent house on rent in the city adjoining the national capital.\n\"People outright deny giving their apartment to bachelors on rent. This often leaves bachelors with the only option to go through brokers, who charge a lot of money,\" said Kala Trivedi (26), who earlier lived in a society in Noida Sector 46 but has now moved to South Delhi.\n\"We were two girls living in the apartment and at the time of vacating it, my landlord told us that he will never rent it out to unmarried women. All this even when there was no damage to his property or any complaint about us from other residents in the society,\" the engineering professional claimed.\nLet the Truth be known. If you read VB and like VB, please be a VB Supporter and Help us deliver the Truth to one and all.\nLucknow, Dec 8: A court here has framed charges against jailed Kerala based journalist Siddique Kappan and six other people in a Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) case. Special Judge of Enforcement Directorate (ED) matters Sanjay Shankar Pandey asked the federal agency to produce its witnesses before the court on December 17.\nBesides Kappen, the other accused in the case are KA Rauf Sherif, Atikur Rahman, Masud Ahmad, Mohammad Alam, Abdul Razzak and Ashraf Khadir. The ED had booked Kappan in the PMLA case for allegedly obtaining money from a foreign country illegally and utilising it in acts against the interest of the nation.\nKappan was arrested along with three others on October 6, 2020 while they were on their way to Hathras in Uttar Pradesh to report on the alleged gang rape and killing of a 19-year-old woman. He has been in jail since then.\nPolice had initially booked the journalist for offences under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). Subsequently, the ED also lodged a case against him under the anti-money laundering law.\nThe central agency has charged Kappan, Rahman, Ahmed and Alam of receiving money from the now-banned Popular Front of India to \"incite riots\".\nRahman is the national treasurer of the Campus Front of India, a student body of the PFI. Ahmed is the general secretary of the Campus Front of India's Delhi unit, while Alam is a member of the outfit as well as the PFI.\nSherif, the national general secretary of the Campus Front of India, had funded their trip to Hathras, the Enforcement Directorate has claimed.\nGurugram: A police complaint was filed against an elderly woman here after a video purportedly showing her beating a female security guard of her housing society surfaced on social media, police said on Thursday.\nBengaluru: The Karnataka Cabinet on Thursday gave its nod to offer government jobs to those sportspersons who win medal in the international tournaments.\nNew Delhi: A highly decomposed body of an unidentified woman was recovered from a suitcase which was lying in a drain in West Delhi's Punjabi Bagh area, police said on Thursday.\nCopyright \u00a9 2022. Vartha Bharati. All rights reserved\nPosted in UncategorizedTagged asks, bachelor, being, bharati, noida, pgs, rule, run',, says, society, tenants, uncategorized, university?, up', vacate,, vartha, violation\nPrevious: LIC WhatsApp Services: Steps To Check Premium Due Date, Policy Status, Loan Eligibility \u2013 ABP Live\nNext: Natural Gas Traders Tap Breaks, Then Hit Pedal as Weather Data Confirms Looming Cold Snap \u2013 Natural Gas Intelligence","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Court Verano Turns Up the Heat\nMar 27, 2020 | Music Spotlight | 1\nThe sophisticated sounds of jazz fusion with modern indie rock influence come from Court Verano, an indie jazz trio that features (left to right) Finn Pacheco on guitar\/vocals, Kyle Hauk on bass and Taylor McNamara on drums. The three local musicians started playing jazz together in high school, and their music career has taken off ever since. It is no surprise that their raw talent at such a young age has garnered well-deserved attention from friends and peers. The Court Verano musicians continue to book more and more shows as they gain their music industry footing. These upcoming months will be instrumental in drawing more widespread attention for the group. \/ photo courtesy of Court Verano\nby Natalie Sirna\nIt all started at a show at the dA Center for the Arts, Pomona, when Claremont High School senior Finn Pacheco shared a set with Glendora High School bassist Kyle Hauk, and the two instantly realized their musical chemistry. From there, Finn, Kyle and drummer Taylor McNamara, Finn's friend from high school, began writing songs together. Inspired by his recent trip to France as well as by taking French classes at school, Kyle suggested the band name Court Verano, meaning \"short summer,\" which also happens to be Finn's favorite season.\nTheir tones emulate the warm glow of a summer sun. Like a short summer season, Court Verano's music embodies sweet feelings of bliss that will leave you craving more. According to Finn, their sound can be loosely described as \"jazz fusion with modern indie rock influence. We're also heavily influenced by classic and contemporary jazz artists such as Herbie Hancock and Yussef Kamaal.\" The group members also have their shared history of high school jazz band to account for their expansive knowledge of jazz artists and style. Court Verano's sound is hallmarked by unusual time signatures, melodic guitar riffs and haunting vocals. Occasionally, friend of the band Andres Beltran joins in, playing keys at the gigs, permitted he gets the time off from school studies.\nCourt Verano brings an unexpected yet refreshing new sound to the local music scene. Their most recent release, \"Serrulata's Theme,\" is a relaxing piece that melts melodic chords into delicate yet danceable interludes. The lyrics weave a story of a summer romance blossoming under a cherry tree. Pacheco's voice echoes tranquility and bliss that will leave you lost in contemplation and perhaps reminiscent of a past summer love.\nClassy and charismatic, Court Verano's artistry is a local music gem with a sound that effortlessly blends sophistication with dissonance. The notes melt seamlessly into one another, and Finn's tenor voice will be sure to put you in a trance.\nThis new local jazz tribe is the unexpected but refreshing new sound and aesthetic that the local music scene desperately needs. Their hard work is paying off as they move from a strictly household band to playing sets at the L.A County Fair in La Verne just this past September. You can also find them playing at the Fox Theater in Pomona, the Mint in L.A, FTG Warehouse in Santa Ana, and they have even set up under a tent in the La Verne and Claremont villages. Wherever you find them, you will not be disappointed with the level of artistry from such young budding musicians. Court Verano allows you to pause for a brief few minutes and sink into the softness of summer any time of the year.\nPreviousAll Aboard the Goldline\nNextPinball, Piano and Patron\nMark Capablo: Your Local Music Man\nRooted in Pomona\nUnraveling the Ravelers\nCarving His Niche One Note at a Time\n-C on December 9, 2021 at 12:40 pm\nI saw these guys in concert, they are great! \u2013","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"STARS \/\nAthletes \/\nThursday, 01 September 2011 00:00\nWritten by\tKristie Bertucci | Photos By MWRT\/Scott Dukes \u2013 www.dukesphotography.com\nSome guys have all the luck\u2026DC Shoes founder\/Rally Racer\/Gymkhana king being one of them! Not only does he have the coolest job in the world, racing rally cars and busting moves in his Gymkhana videos, but he's now able to put gaming consultant on his already very impressive resume. Creating his Gymkhana videos for pure personal enjoyment has now propelled him and the driving style into the video game realm with DiRT 3.\nGearing up to release his fourth Gymkhana video and setting off the first ever Gymkhana World Tour, Block is pumped to see the highly popular new racing style featured in DiRT 3\u2014something he was hands-on with since the series' second installment.\nBlock was asked to be one of the main testers and developers for the third game because of its addition of Gymkhana to its racing modes. \"Basically, DiRT 3 takes all the best stuff from game two and makes it better and more fun,\" he describes. \"It's incredible for me as a driver to see what I started to do just for fun become something bigger and make its way into a video game. It's done so well that playing DiRT 3 is just as fun as actually being in the driver's seat of my Gymkhana car.\"\n\"Man, the game incorporates things that I can only dream about doing in real life. But actually doing them would either be really expensive or very dangerous. I'm satisfied with being able to bust them in the game\u2026for now!\" Taking what Block has done in his videos and Gymkhana competitions, game developer Codemasters was able to integrate his Gymkhana expertise and take it even further by creating situations and racing abilities that Block can't even do now! \"Man, the game incorporates things that I can only dream about doing in real life,\" he laughs. \"But actually doing them would either be really expensive or very dangerous. I'm satisfied with being able to bust them in the game\u2026for now!\"\nStill in awe that some random videos he posted online for fun grew so big that one of the biggest driving games in the world wanted to incorporate it into their virtual racing experience. \"It's been an amazing time working with the guys at Codemasters!\" he says. \"It was a lot of fun and I couldn't have asked for a better time. I got to go out to England a few times and really learn about the gaming world. I'd love to continue the relationship and create more exciting and fun games.\"\nBesides being able to have some fun with DiRT 3, Block is taking his rally racing skills to new heights with a bigger and broader schedule for World Rally Championship races and events in his all-new Monster Energy Ford Fiesta RS WRC. That's in addition to his involvement in the Summer X Games, Gymkhana GRID and select RallyCar and RallyCross events across the nation.\n\"This year, I'm doing nine of the 13 WRC events. I have yet to do a full season. But it's a huge learning experience going from a small national racing association like the Rally America Championship to a bigger worldwide one, so I've been really working hard to get better and keep improving,\" Block confesses. \"But this year, I've only done three events and had a tough time at every single one.\"\nSo far, his worst one was in the WRC's Portugal Rally, where the car stepped out on loose marbles and he couldn't get it back in line, causing him to then roll over about five times during a practice run. \"I was actually really mad in the middle of the crash,\" he says. \"I was upside down and really pissed 'cause I knew this was going to make it where I didn't race the weekend\u2026but that's racing and those things happen.\"\nOther races included Mexico (one of his favorite rallies in the world) and Sweden, but he had mechanical problems at both, resulting in a less than expected WRC season for the moment. \"I've got the skills, work ethic, but it's the technical stuff that's not working for me right now.\" Despite the roadblocks, he's optimistic that things will change during the rest of the season and is hitting the remaining races for the season with a plan of attack.\n\"You have to be smart about how you approach each event, if you don't have a game plan, there's really no way to improve. Rally racing is really serious business, and I work very hard at it. A plan in place helps a lot.\"\nRally may be serious business, but Gymkhana is nothing but serious fun for Block. He describes rally racing as being very intensive and requiring one to drive as quick as one can over a span of several days and a couple hundred miles. On the other side of the spectrum is Gymkhana's race events\/stunts, which consists of a relatively easier course that can be conquered after one or two test runs.\n\"Rally and Gymkhana take totally different mindsets. I get to drive the car as aggressive as I want and really enjoy muscling the car around, whereas being in a rally car is more about competitiveness, and making every second and move count. You almost have to drive at a perfect speed and path to really rank high. One's totally carefree while the other really brings out my competitive side.\"\nIt may seem as if Block always lives life in the driver's seat between Rally Racing and Gymkhana, but in reality, airplanes are where he says he spends most of his time, traveling to various sites, promotional events and the like. But it's while he's in the driver's seat of either his murdered-out 2011 Ford SVT Raptor at his home in Utah or his European-spec Ford Focus RS is when Block turns off race mode and becomes a regular driver.\n\"I've had my eye on the Raptor for quite some time, but waited until Ford put a bigger motor in it than the original 5.4-liter one past versions had. You need a good 4x4 vehicle living in Utah, and Ford did a great job on the truck in terms of factory features.\" Living in Utah, the Raptor comes in handy when the weather gets nasty, something Block likes to take full advantage of. \"I've had my eye on the Raptor for quite some time, but waited until Ford put a bigger motor in it than the original 5.4-liter one past versions had. You need a good 4x4 vehicle living in Utah, and Ford did a great job on the truck in terms of factory features.\"\nBlock especially likes the suspension and wider stance of the Raptor, which allows him to really go out and have some fun, either in the snow or sand. Happy with everything stock, Block only added some 20-inch KMC Addict wheels and went for a stealth black look with a matte black wrap.\nWhenever in So. Cal, Block likes to take his green 2010 Ford Focus RS out for spins, since it's the one car he doesn't get much time in. When Block signed his deal with Ford, asking for a Euro-spec RS (which stands for \"Rally Sport\") was first on his list.\nHe does admit that despite its minute size, the Focus RS is actually a fun car to drive. \"The green is Ford's standout color that they made especially for Europe when they first brought out the car,\" he explains. \"Ever since I first saw that car in all the press and marketing materials, I wanted one. It also just so happens to match the Monster Energy green, which is perfect for me and my sponsors. It's one of the best performance cars in the world so I was really stoked that Ford was nice enough to bring one over from Europe for me. It's really the perfect fit all around!\nAgain, Block enjoys the original factory settings and praises Ford for making a great car right off the production line. All that was added were a set of KW Variant 3 coilovers, Pirelli P Zero Trofeo tires and 19-inch Volk Racing VR.G2 wheels.\n\"I'm not someone who likes to do a lot of things to their car unless it really needs it,\" he admits. \"The stereo systems in both cars sound great. I love the nav and SYNC systems, too. Both cars work exceptionally well, and I'm happy with them straight from factory, with the exception of some minor changes to make them look the way I wanted. For right now, both are staying the way they are, with no plans on adding more mods anytime soon.\"\nBetween his two daily driver toys and his Rally and Gymkhana Ford Fiestas, Block is living the life any car enthusiast would love to have. \"I'm a lucky bastard who gets paid to go out and drive cars this way, so I'm going to do it as long as I can.\"\nhttp:\/\/www.dubmagazine.com\/home\/stars\/225-athletes\/8431-ken-block#sigProId79c549c57b\nPublished in Athletes\nMore in this category: \u00ab Shaquille O'Neal The Opposite Extremes of Ron Artest \u00bb","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Sun Flooring is proud to honor a history of flooring excellence.\nIn 1952, W.B. Humphreys purchased a branch of Stokes, renaming the business Carpet & Draperies. Mr. Humphreys, a WW2 veteran, was a hard worker who knew how to treat people!\nBy the 1970's, business was flourishing. Mr. Humphreys built a name for the business based on new products, exceptional customer service, and top class flooring installations.\nIn the 1990's, Mr. Humphrey's son in law, Mickey Goneke, purchased the business. The named was changed to Pay-Less Carpets, but the great service remained.\nIn 2018, Mickey's son, Drew, purchased the business, renaming Pay-Less Carpets to Sun Flooring.\nThough the name has changed multiple times, each generation of this family business makes sure that customers are treated with respect, stores are filled with innovative products, and installations are best in class.\nMeet the Sun Flooring team\nMobile (Call or Text us!)\n2818 Government Blvd\nSun Flooring\nSun Flooring 2023","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Iqbal Uddin | Published: 2020-07-07 12:23:51 BdST\nAbout 50pc of coastal fishermen are in food crisis, 45pc borrowed at high-interest rates\nIqbal Uddin\nBecause of the ongoing 65-days ban on fishing in the Bay of Bengal, about 70% of fishermen have lost their employment, due to lack of income and failing to include names in the list of government aid list about 50% fishermen can't afford food for three times in a day.\nA recent study by the non-governmental organization COAST Trust revealed this information.\nCOAST has prepared the research report based on information got from 264 fisher families in the coastal districts of Cox's Bazar, Laksmipur, Bhola, Patuakhali, Khulna, and Bagerhat.\nAccording to the study, during using time 42.4% of the families of the fishers have an average monthly income of 6,000-10,000 taka, but 60.8% of the families have no income at all during the ban period. As a result, where 95.8% of the families used to eat three meals a day, 51% of the families can eat three meals during the ban.\nThe government is providing 43 kg of rice to help the families of the fishermen during the ban.\nBut even though 65.8% of the fishing families got rice, 34.2% of the families have not yet received this government assistance.\nHalf of those who got this rice received it about a month after the ban began.\n40% of the fishers complained that despite fulfilling all the conditions, their names did not appear in the government list for support, so they got nothing.\n67.5% of those receiving rice as government assistance said that the rice was not enough to support their families as there was no cash assistance to meet other household expenses and 96.1% of the fishermen did not receive any assistance under any other social safety net programs.\nThus, 79.9% of the fishermen have borrowed on interest to meet the expenses of the family, 42.1% have sold their labor in advance, and 45.7% have borrowed from the moneylenders at high interest.\nThe study also found that violence against women in fishers' families increased during the ban. 51.8% of households have experienced domestic violence.\nThe study also finds that 95.4% of the fishers have no alternative source of income except fishing at sea.\nThe study, therefore, recommends ensuring an alternative income for fishermen during the ban period.\nRecognizing the effectiveness of the ban on fishing to increase the country's fisheries resources, the study makes several specific recommendations to address the various crises faced by fishing families during the ban.\nSome notable recommendations are cash assistance instead of rice, easy access to loans or financial assistance, a compilation of an accurate list of fishermen, awareness and incentive activities to prevent child marriage and increase the rate of education, setting a \"fishing ban period\" in coordination with India and Myanmar.\nIqbal Uddin, a researcher at the COAST Trust, said the study was conducted to analyze the impact of the ban on fishermen's socio-economic life, to analyze the risk and gender fairness of women fishermen and to make recommendations to meet the needs of fishermen.\nRezaul Karim Chowdhury, Executive Director of COAST Trust, said the fisheries sector contributes 3.57 percent to the annual GDP. Hilsa alone as a single fish meets 12 percent of the country's fish demand. Fish production has increased by 58.35 percent in the last 10 years.\n\"Fishermen are always deprived even though they meet the fish demand of the people of the country. Most of them lead inhumane lives during the fishing ban. Rice assistance alone is not enough during the ban because cash assistance is needed for other household expenses,\" he added.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Professor Noel Perkins Receives Amoco Award\nProfessor Noel Perkins ( https:\/\/me-web2.engin.umich.edu\/zope\/pubdir\/bio?uniqname=ncp ) was one of two faculty from across the University of Michigan to receive the 2002 Amoco Undergraduate Teaching Award for \"demonstrated excellence in instruction at the undergraduate level.\"\nNominations are reviewed by an interdisciplinary committee composed of distinguished faculty from a range of U-M schools and colleges. Awardees are selected by the Dean of the Graduate School, based upon the recommendations of this committee.\nPerkins was nominated by ME Chair Dennis Assanis. This year, 15 faculty were nominated for the award.\nThe Amoco Awards are presented at a special ceremony in the fall, along with other major awards such as Distinguished University Professorships, Distinguished Faculty Achievement, Faculty Recognition and Regents' Distinguished Public Service Awards.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Last name: Leggett\nThis unusual and interesting name is of early medieval English origin, and is an occupational surname for an ambassador or deputy. The derivation is from the Old French and Middle English word \"legat\", from the Latin \"legatus\", from \"legare\", to appoint, ordain, from \"lex\", \"legis\", law, command. In addition to being an official name for a \"legate\", an official elected to represent his village at the manor court, the surname may derive from a \"pageant-name\" similar to the medieval surnames of official position such as \"Lord\", \"Knight\", \"King\", and \"Bishop\", these being frequent characters on show in medieval pageants, and those that played them easily coming to be called by that name. The modern surname can be found as Leggatt, Legat(e), Leg(g)ett and Leggitt. The marriage of Richard Colfe and Elisabeth Leggett was recorded at St. Dionis Backchurch, London, in 1585. A Coat of Arms granted to the Legat or Leggett families of Essex, Kent and Norfolk, is an ermine shield with a red lion rampant. Two red lions' gambs erect, supporting a gold mitre, forms the Crest, and the Motto is \"Jesus hominum Salvator\". The first recorded spelling of the family name is shown to be that of Peter Legat, which was dated 1199, in the \"Pipe Rolls of Cornwall\", during the reign of King Richard 1, known as \"The Lionheart\", 1189 - 1199. Surnames became necessary when governments introduced personal taxation. In England this was known as Poll Tax. Throughout the centuries, surnames in every country have continued to \"develop\" often leading to astonishing variants of the original spelling.\nSurname scroll for: Leggett","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"The Idiot's Guide To Live Golf Sports Tournament Described\nWisconsin's males personal the Big Ten meet. This yr's title was their twelfth straight, tying the record for the 4th-longest championship streak in conference history among all sports. It was also the Wisconsin cross-county program's 44th crew title, including 29 of the last 34 championship races.\nYour alarm goes off you stand up you bathe and dress you and perhaps the family have breakfast collectively you go to work the automobile begins or the bus\/prepare is on time, even while you go through traffic lights and so they keep inexperienced and you do not have to gradual up or cease may be seen as successful!. You get to work on time and so forth!\nHe matches very well in Orlando's offense.\nAll of the F1 groups firstly of the season could not get to grips with the Pirelli tyres which subsequently lead to among the finest racing F1 fans have seen for years. The Chinese Grand Prix was the first actual instance of how not understanding the tyres and the new rules brought the field a lot closer collectively, and created edge of your. There was 12 automobiles separated by 8 seconds going into the closing levels of the race and misplaced out the most at the finish from being in second place going into the final few laps to ending outside of the points on account of his tyres falling \"off the cliff.\" This was additionally the first sign we saw Mercedes trying like an actual menace with a one-two in qualifying and with taking his maiden victory in China. Nonetheless we soon found that Mercedes would go backwards somewhat than forwards in this season championship.\nAnalyzing the previous performances of some of the top golfers would enable you to get an idea of their capability to enter the final spherical. In 2009, the winner was Stewart Click on. He confirmed a highly spectacular efficiency. Tiger Woods is a golfer who options within the list of a number of winners of the British Open. Tiger woods received within the following years: 2006, 2005 and 2000. The 2008 competitions saw the emergence of Pardaig Harrington because the winner. Players like Todd Hamilton, Ben Curtis, Paul Lawrie, Nick Faldo, Greg Norman etc are additionally there on the listing of golfers with spectacular performances in the British Open Golf Championship.\nMichigan's final two runners finished 43d and 59th.\nSaugahatchee County Club this County membership is positioned at Bent Creek street between Auburn and Opelika. It presents outstanding golf, tennis, swimming, fitness and eating services. Amenities of this club embody 18-hole golf course, an lively tennis facility, a big outdoor pool and quite a lot of dining venues. Distinctive membership opportunities are supplied that appeal to particular person and family wants.\nHaving ranked within the prime thirty on the PGA Tour cash record the previous year The New York Yankees, except C.C. Sabathia, haven't any post season heroes. Derek Jeter is just too old, Curtis Granderson will in all probability collapse under that distinctive type of New York pressure and, nicely, Alex Rodriquez is Alex Rodriquez.\nHeld in version was won by Graeme McDowell of Northern Eire. In golf betting, people attempt to analyze the golfers by varied elements. Their efficiency in vital tournaments is one of the deciding elements. The FedEX match is considered as certainly one of them.\nUnidentified Facts About Monthly Golf Sports Event Revealed By The Authorities\nWith six of the eight PKRA (Professional Kiteboard Riders Affiliation) freestyle occasions for the 2012 season behind us and solely China (Nov. 13th to 18th) and New Caledonia (Nov twenty first to Nov twenty fifth) nonetheless to come. We see two riders Youri Zoon and Alex Pastor, equal on points and sharing the Number one [\u2026]\nWhat Everyone Does What You Ought To Do Different And As It Pertains To Biggest Golf Sponsor\nThere are a couple of causes but the primary was that Aprilia had been capable of offer a very competitive help package. Ducati was also an option however there are eight of their bikes on the grid which takes a variety of effort on Ducati's part. For that reason my group owner, Giuliano Rovelli, decided [\u2026]\nThe Trick of Strong Climbing Club That No-one is Talking About\nDirty Facts About Basketball New Rules Unveiled","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"article, surveillance\nJuly 26, 2013 Thomas Beagle 2 Comments\nText of Thomas Beagle's speech to the Urgent Public Meeting to Oppose the GCSB Bill held in Auckland, 25th July, 2013. (Or watch video of all of the speeches.)\nI'm from Tech Liberty. We're a group dedicated to defending civil liberties in the digital age. I want to start by explaining what that means in the context of this bill.\nI'm pretty sure you're all familiar with civil liberties \u2013 the right to freedom of expression and speech, the right to follow a religion, or associate with other people, the right to a fair trial.\nBut it's not just the individual rights that matter, what's important about them to me is that I see these civil liberties as being a vital part of a working democracy. And I like democracy. I believe it's a better way of organising ourselves.\nThis means that threats to our civil liberties are also threats to our democracy.\nThe other half of our name is Tech for technology, and that's the source of the latest threat to our civil liberties.\nCommunications have gone digital \u2013 voice, texts, emails, video chat, blogs. Behind the scenes everything is processed and stored as digital data.\nNow what does this mean? The key point is that computers are very very good at handling digital data. We can store huge amounts of data very cheaply, we can send it anywhere in the world, we have sophisticated tools to process it.\nThese advances in technology provide the foundation of the mass surveillance state. And indeed, once this new technology got cheap enough, it was kind of inevitable that people would attempt to use it to create the surveillance state.\nThe GCSB Bill and the issues around it are not unique to New Zealand. I'm sure everyone here has some idea of what's being revealed overseas in the USA, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, and so on.\nWe wouldn't want New Zealand to be left behind, would we?\nWell, in this case, in the case where \"keeping up\" means mass spying on our own people, I'd much rather be left behind.\nAnd this is where we come back to my original point about valuing civil liberties because I value democracy. In a democracy we, the people, get to decide whether we want mass surveillance.\nSo in the aid of making that decision I'm going to spend the rest of my time talking about metadata, mass surveillance and the GCSB bill. In particular I want to talk about what we have to fear from mass surveillance, even if you personally don't feel threated by it.\nMy hope is that I can persuade you and that you can persuade your friends and together we can all persuade our politicians, democratically, that we don't want mass surveillance in New Zealand.\nMetadata, mass surveillance and the GCSB Bill\nLet's start with metadata 101 \u2013 it's often described by the wonderfully self-referential phrase \"data about data\".\nIn the case of an email, it's who sent it and when and who to, and how big it is and whether it's the first or the fifteenth email sent between those people. Everything except the actual text of the email.\nFor a phone call, it's who called who, how long they spoke for, where they were when they made the call, what devices were they using to do it.\nIn each of those examples I've only listed a very small amount of the types of metadata that can be collected and stored. What about the language used, who else have those people recently talked to, was the communication encrypted, it just goes on and on.\nAnd that's one of the reasons why metadata is so useful \u2013 there's so much of it and in many ways it encompasses more information than the original text. Just think about all the metadata I listed for an email and how much information is there, when the text of the email could be just a single word such as \"yes\".\nThink about what people could tell from looking at your metadata. They could work out who your friends are, what political party you belong to, which church you attend. But it goes further than that \u2013 metadata can also reveal who you're having an affair with, that you go to Alcoholics Anonymous, or that you're undergoing treatment for cancer. It would know, based on your cellphone, that you're at this meeting tonight.\nAnd, super-conveniently, metadata is already in the right format for computers to process it easily.\nIf you're ever tried computer voice recognition or automatic translation services, you'll know that they're not very good at it. Computers find it hard to understand messy data like written text or the spoken voice.\nMetadata is nice and regular. Dates. Names. Sizes. Yes\/no flags. All very easy to collect, store and analyse using modern technology.\nMass surveillance\nBut while metadata is useful in a targeted investigation looking at a single person \u2013 just think of how the number and frequency of emails were used to force Peter Dunne to resign \u2013 it really becomes valuable when you're collecting it for everyone.\nAll that raw data can be sucked into a computer, processed, tabulated, cross-referenced and turned into usable information. You're not just making observations about one or two people, but you can now draw conclusions about anyone in the country. About everyone in the country.\nAnd, of course, the information you collect builds on itself to enable better and more interesting observations to be mined from it. You can cross reference the activities of two or more people to get a better idea of what all of them are doing. You can look at long term trends and search for variations in behaviour.\nThis information is then available to anyone with access to it. The GCSB will have it. They'll be able to share it with other agencies within New Zealand. And of course, we still don't really know how much of that information they'll be sharing with their intelligence partners overseas.\nMetadata and the GCSB Bill\nThere's no doubt that metadata is an important part of modern surveillance and spying and there is equally little doubt that the GCSB has been involved in its collection and analysis \u2013 but this bill doesn't mention it.\nBut when you look at the bill, you can't help but think that it looks as though it has been designed to allow it. In particular there is the potential for incredibly broad warrants and access authorisations in section 15A.\nIn 15A(1)(a) we see warrants that can be granted for \"communications made or received by classes of persons\", this is hardly a targeted warrant aimed at a single person based on reasonable suspicion.\nEven more worrying is the access authorisations in 15A(1)(b) that allow the bureau to \"access one or more specified information infrastructures\".\nI admit that my eyes glazed over when I first read that, but then I looked at the definition of what an information infrastructure is. I won't read it out to you as it's rather tedious but the summary would read as \"includes every form of electronic communication and the associated metadata\".\nThis means that a single access authorisation could be granted to give access deep into our telecommunications networks to enable the GCSB to collect whatever data they see fit. This access authorisation would be open ended, without limit and, as section 15A(5) makes clear, not to be limited by any other law, including the NZ Bill of Rights. The GCSB Act will reign supreme.\nNow we've all heard that Peter Dunne has sold us out and will be voting for the bill after getting some minor changes made. However, even with these changes, the bill still doesn't mention anything about metadata or mass surveillance. There are no new controls, no new limits, nothing that says that this problem might be fixed.\nThe United Future press release does say that some definition of metadata might be inserted in the future depending on the findings of a review but to me that's basically worthless.\n\"I've got nothing to hide, why should I care?\"\nNow I hope that gives you all an understanding of what metadata is and how we think the GCSB intends to collect it and engage in mass surveillance.\nBut you might be sitting there and thinking \"So what? Why should I care about this? I've got nothing to hide and it's only the intelligence agencies seeing it so what's the problem?\"\nIt's a common question and it's one that I struggle to respond to in a soundbite friendly manner, but here I've chosen five answers for you.\n1. Prove we need this law\nFirstly, I'm going to start by explaining some of my own reflexive dislike of this idea.\nI'm kind of old fashioned. I like the idea that democratic government exists to serve the people and that it should get out of the way as much as possible.\nOur default position should be that any intrusion into our personal lives must be as minimal as possible \u2013 and even that must be justified as being necessary and reasonable in a democratic society.\nIn theory the Police operate in this way. They don't watch us all the time waiting for us to break a law, rather they wait until something happens that brings us under suspicion. Then they can go and show a judge that they have reasonable grounds for suspicion and apply for a search warrant or a surveillance warrant. Only then can they invade our privacy and our lives.\nMass surveillance is different. Mass surveillance works on the theory that you need to watch everyone at all times because you can't tell when you'll need it. Mass surveillance believes that anyone can be a threat at any time. Ultimately, mass surveillance is what happens when a government becomes scared of its people.\nIn other words, we're going from a society where you are presumed innocent and left to get on with your life to one where everyone is watched by \"the authorities\" \u2013 just in case.\nI can't reconcile this with the ideals I just mentioned of a society where the state governs just enough and no more. We don't have the sort of threats that would justify this type of surveillance, this level of snooping into our lives.\nSo my first answer is \"It's not my job to show why we don't need this, it's your job to prove that we do.\"\n2. Mass surveillance is a threat to democracy\nI think we can all agree that the sort of mass surveillance I'm talking about will give the government a lot of power to spy on people it sees as a threat.\nBut who are these threats? Who decides who is a threat and who isn't? When we look at stories about surveillance of political movements in New Zealand, it seems that it's always the more left-leaning movements that get infiltrated. Does anyone remember any cases where the police were caught spying on the National Front?\nNow, this bill gives the GCSB a new purpose \u2013 \"contributing to the economic wellbeing of New Zealand\". What does this mean for environmental and conservation groups that might want to stop the spread of intensive dairying in New Zealand? Or poverty and beneficiary groups that might want to reallocate money from industry subsidies to welfare? It would be possible to define them as threats to the economic wellbeing of New Zealand. Will the GCSB be focusing on them?\nSurveillance and spying on political groups in a democracy because of their views is a real problem. The story about the Police spy I quoted sent shockwaves through leftist political groups in New Zealand, sowing dissent, suspicion and confusion. By spying on these groups, the Police weren't just finding out what they were doing, they were undermining them and reducing their effectiveness.\nAs I see it, people in NZ are already frequently reluctant to put their hands up to be counted for a cause. How much more cautious will they be when they know that their involvement in a political group will immediately become known to the government? What if they are already feeling vulnerable to state power, because they work for a government department, or are on parole or a benefit? Maybe you'd be tough minded and exercise your democratic rights regardless but there's enough people who would be intimidated by this.\nBut democracy relies on dissent, on people saying \"hey, that's not right\". It relies on people forming groups and trying to recruit members to their cause, it relies on these groups working together and having the chance to put their views to the people of New Zealand so that our democracy can continue to move forward.\nTherefore my second answer to the question of why we should care is that we all benefit from living in a democracy, and that democracy relies on freedom of expression and freedom of association, both of which are eroded by mass surveillance.\n3. Privacy is important\nIt's always tempting to respond to the \"I've got nothing to hide\" people with the response \"Well, you must be pretty boring then\", but sadly it's not very helpful.\nMore seriously, when challenged, the people who say this never seem that keen on putting internet-connected cameras throughout their home and publishing their financial details and personal correspondence on the internet. Apparently even those with nothing to hide still have a sense of privacy.\nPrivacy appears to be a normal human need. We don't tell everything to anyone, we protect our inner thoughts, the intimate details of our lives. Not because we're ashamed, but because they're\u2026 private.\nAnd, of course, some of us do have things that we wish to hide. Things that aren't illegal even if they may or may not be immoral. People have affairs. People tell polite lies. People struggle before coming out of the closet. People want to keep their political views secret from those they work with.\nThere should be a word for the discomfort you feel when someone knows something about you that you'd rather keep hidden. Just knowing that someone else knows, that they could tell, gives them power over you. But what if it's the government that knows? Do you feel just that bit less reluctant to rock the boat?\nNow it's easy for someone like me who is white, male, middle class, sufficiently affluent and generally boring to talk about how I've got nothing to hide. But what about people who don't feel as safe and secure as I do? Don't they have rights too?\nWhen you give up your privacy by supporting mass surveillance you're also giving up the privacy of everyone else in society.\nMy third answer, therefore, is that privacy appears to be a true human need and mass surveillance tries to remove it.\n4. Mass surveillance is a tool for oppression\nMass surveillance is partly about power. I've already talked about how personal information can be used to threaten or intimidate individuals but there's more to it than that.\nMass surveillance also gives governments powerful new ways to react to events. Consider what has been happening in China, Turkey and Syria, where the government has been using these types of systems to hunt down dissidents.\nMy fourth answer is that we should be against mass surveillance because it gives the government a powerful tool that could be used to oppress us in the future.\n5. No government is competent or incorruptible enough to have this power\nMy final answer is a very simple one. So far I've been assuming that mass surveillance will work roughly as planned \u2013 I've been arguing against the \"best case\".\nBut really, does anyone here have faith that a government program can be executed with 100% efficiency and no errors? Does anyone believe that the bureaucrats who run these programs operate with 100% integrity and can't be corrupted?\nOf course no one believes that because it's obviously not true. Governments are made up of humans and humans are both fallible and corruptible. Just recently in New Zealand we have had medical staff snooping on the records of famous people, Police using their information systems to help them sell illegal drugs, government ministers leaking records to smear opponents, personal information being leaked by government departments.\nMy fifth answer is that mass surveillance gives a powerful tool that can be used to ruin people's lives to a group of bureaucrats who are only human, with human failings. I don't think we can trust the government to be competent or incorruptible enough to have this power.\nClarity in legislation\nI hope that at least one of these reasons resonates for you as they do for me. I hope you can join me in opposing mass surveillance and demanding that it be explicitly excluded by the legislation controlling the GCSB, SIS and any other surveillance agencies.\nBut even if you still can't agree with me on this, and that you'd personally feel safer with the government watching your every move, I hope that you can agree with my last point which is that we need these bills to be a lot clearer about what they do and do not allow.\nI assert that as citizens of a democratic society, we have the right to know the methods that government agencies use to watch us. Because without this knowledge we cannot assert our democratic rights to put appropriate limits on their use.\nAt the very minimum, we should expect clarity from the GCSB Bill. It should explicitly mention how metadata is to be treated, what access authorisations are to be used for, whether the GCSB is allowed to engage in mass surveillance. At the moment the bill is very quiet on these topics \u2013 and Peter Dunne's promised future reviews are cold comfort indeed.\nIn conclusion, I'm prepared to accept that some forms of state surveillance have their place in a modern democratic society. But we also need to recognise that state surveillance is a significant intrusion into people's lives.\nTherefore it is important that its use is proportionate to the security problems that we face. That the powers available are the minimum required. That there's suitable oversight and as much transparency as possible.\nThe GCSB Bill fails on every one of these. It's a significant, unjustified and unreasonably hurried extension of state power over our lives.\nI don't believe we need mass surveillance to keep us safe.\nWe need to reject this bill and assert democratic control over our surveillance agencies.\nGCSBsurveillanceTICS\nPrevious PostOpposition to the GCSB BillNext PostApplication of Human Rights to Communication Surveillance\n2 thoughts on \"Speech to the Auckland public meeting against the GCSB Bill\"\nfrank black says:\nCould one not challenge the GCSB bill in court in terms of the Bill of Rights? Namely:\n13. Freedom of thought, conscience, and religion\nEveryone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience, religion, and belief, including the right to adopt and to hold opinions without interference.\n21. Unreasonable search and seizure\nEveryone has the right to be secure against unreasonable search or seizure, whether of the person, property, or correspondence or otherwise.\nThomas Beagle says:\nYou could\u2026 but the NZ Bill of Rights is not supreme law. i.e. it can't be used to overturn other laws such as the GCSB Act.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"New Horizons Genealogy\n\"Specializing in New England and New York Colonial American Ancestry\"\nHome > Illinois Genealogy > Jefferson County, Illinois Genealogy > Revolutionary Soldiers Buried in Jefferson County Illinois\nMilitary Records > Revolutionary Soldiers Buried in Illinois >\nBarbour Collection\nMortality Schedules\nGenealogy Blog\nRevolutionary Soldiers Buried in Jefferson County, Illinois\nTry our genealogy search engine page\nRevolutionary Soldiers Buried in Illinois by Mrs. Harriet J. Walker, Reprinted for the web.\nIn the preparation of this work, every effort has been made to obtain the records of these soldiers, to verify them, and to ascertain their places of burial. This has been accomplished in various ways, by ascertaining the names of all who were pensioned and where the application was made. This does not always locate the burial place owing to the changing of the boundary lines of the counties of the state, making it necessary to obtain from the U. S. Treasury department the time and place of payment of the last pension.\nRevolutionary War Graves of Soldiers Buried in Jefferson County Illinois:\nDANIEL CHANDLER was from South Carolina, where he served in the Ninety-sixth District, February, 1776, under Capt. Jarret Smith, for four months. He again served in May, 1777, with Capt. James Lisle and Col. Jonas Beard, for two months, and one month with Capt. Frederick Lipham. In 1778 and 1779 he served with Capt. James Lisle and Col. John Lisle for over four months. He again served in June, 1780, with Capt. William Smith and Col. John Thomas; was in the battles of Cedar Springs, and Musgrove Mill, and in constant service until the close of the war. He was made Lieutenant under Capt. Jeremiah Williams and Col. John Hammond. He came to Jefferson county, Illinois, where he died. He was pensioned.\nFRANCIS HANEY was born in Prince Edward county, Virginia, April 19, 1754. He enlisted in Boutetourt county, serving from June, 1776, to December, 1776, under Capt. Daniel Smith. He again served from September, 1778, for seven months with Capt. George Adams, again for three months with Col. Isaac Shelby, and once more for nine months with Capts. George Maxfield, Robert Caldwell, and John Martin. He came to Morgan county, Illinois, but died in Jefferson county. He was pensioned.\nSAMUEL LITTLE was from South Carolina where he served in the war, being in the Cavalry. He was born in 1765. He came to Jefferson county, Illinois, and died there. He was pensioned.\nWILLIAM LONG was born August 9, 1756, near Mt. Vernon, the house of Washington. He served in the Virginia troops and was in the battles of Brandywine and Germantown. He came to Illinois and lived in Mt. Vernon, Jefferson county. It is said that he was one of Washington's body guards. \"Virginia Records\" and \"County History.\"\nJOHN MURPHY served in the war from North Carolina. He came to Illinois in 1818. He died very aged, probably in Jefferson county. \"North Carolina Records and County History.\"\nJOEL PACE was born in Virginia, July 28, 1762. He served in the war from that state. He removed to Kentucky and later to Jefferson county, Illinois, settling in Mt. Vernon township where he died. \"Virginia Records\" and \"County History.\"\nTHOMAS WILLIAMS was from North Carolina, where he served in the war, serving in both Infantry and Cavalry. He came to Illinois when it was a Territory, settling in Jefferson county, where he probably died. He was pensioned.\nRelated Revolutionary War Records;\n1818 Pensioners of the United States: Illinois Territory\n1820 Pension List: Illinois\n1835 Illinois Pension Roll\n1840 Illinois Census of Pensioners\nIllinois Pensioners Of Revolutionary War Struck Off The Roll\nSearch Millions of Military Records\nState AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE FL GA HI ID IL IN IA KS KY LA ME MD MA MI MN MS MO MT NC ND NE NV NH NJ NM NY OH OK OR PA RI SC SD TN TX UT VT VA WA WV WI WY\nPrivacy Policy | Disclaimer | Contact us","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Burnley boss Sean Dyche has his say on club's finances\nClarets posted record profits of \u00a336m\nBurnley boss Sean Dyche (Image: Burnley FC)\nBurnley boss Sean Dyche believes the club can be proud of its finances in the wake of record profits.\nThe Clarets posted a profit of \u00a336.6m for the year ending in June 2018, an increase of \u00a316.4m on the previous 12 months.\nAnd Dyche, whose side travel to Bournemouth on Saturday (April 6), believes Burnley's financial position is positive.\n\"The chairman and board were delighted,\" said the Burnley boss. \"Within the detail of that when you look at the breakdown, we're still within that \u00a358-59 million mark for wages and then big incentives on top.\n\"We like to think the incentives encourage the team.\n\"After finishing seventh last season and the incentives put on top of that and then to make \u00a336million is a positive thing.\n\"It's difficult for me at times because I want some of that to keep building, but the club wants to be solid for years to come and it's showing that.\"\nWhy a Burnley return for Kieran Trippier could make perfect sense\nBurnley and every other Premier League club's agents' fees in last year revealed\nDyche added: \"I think we made \u00a322m last season, before that \u00a33m when we were getting back in the Premier League, and about \u00a330m before that, so strong numbers.\n\"In the last four windows I think we're about plus \u00a310m in transfer spend.\n\"Obviously I want to win games, but you kind of balance that out and it's a strong performance over those seasons.\n\"But, we still are where we are, and it's more important to focus on the football after those numbers.\n\"We have to take those numbers seriously, and work inside a certain framework, and it has its challenges, but it's still the focus on the three points and performance.\"","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Published on NewsBusters (https:\/\/www.newsbusters.org)\nHome > CNN Media Panel: Our Fake News Stories Are Why You Should Trust Us\nCNN Media Panel: Our Fake News Stories Are Why You Should Trust Us\nBy Nicholas Fondacaro | December 10, 2017 5:06 PM EST\nIn one of the most asinine discussions about the liberal media's credibility problem, CNN host Brian Stelter took to Reliable Sources on Sunday to defend his outlet and the rest of the media for the latest swarm of fake news stories plaguing the country. And offering no apology to the public for muddying the discourse, Stelter defended their precious anonymous sources while his guests claimed such reckless mistakes were why the public should trust what they say.\nStelter began the segment with a recap of what was fake about their story. \"With ABC's suspension of Ross still in the headlines, I asked CNN if there would be disciplinary action against [Manu] Raju or his co-writer Jeremy Herb. A spokeswoman said no,\" he said. According to Stelter, it was because the journalists followed the networks so-called \"standards process.\" But Stelter failed to mention that those writers issued the report without ever seeing the e-mail in question, just the description from those who saw it. What kind of ridiculous standard is that?\n\"Now, the sources have been reliable in the past. But they were not this time. The spokeswoman said CNN had no reason to believe this was malicious, meaning the sources weren't trying to trick the reporters, the sources were just mistaken,\" Stelter explained, defending the dead wrong source. And almost as though he was trying to get the attention off of CNN, he pointed to other news organizations that had pushed their own fake news.\nStelter didn't seem bothered by the fact that CNN's lack of transparency in sorting out the misinformation was further hurting their already tattered credibility.\nThe first guest to sing the praises of the media was veteran reporter Carl Bernstein. \"We have to get back to the notion that \u2013 which is absolutely correct, that most of the media really tries, the mainstream media \u2013 the big news institutions from The Washington Post and The New York Times to The Wall Street Journal to CNN really go out of their way to be accurate, factual, contextual and we do and we have done a pretty good job of it,\" he rambled.\nStelter then asked former Republican David Frum about what advice he had for viewers during this trying time for the press. According to him, their factious reporting was just why they should be trusted:\nI would say, the mistakes are precisely the reason the people should trust the media. Look, astronomers make mistakes all the time because science is a process of discovery of truth. Astrologers never make mistakes or at least they never own up to them, because what they are offering a closed system of ideology and propaganda.\nUsing Frum's warped logic, cheating on your spouse is precisely the reason they should trust you in the future. Use at your own risk.\nNot long after that, Bernstein praised the media's ravenous reporting on the Russia investigation saying: \"The general excellence of the media's coverage particularly of Donald Trump, his presidency, and this story.\" He then trashed Trump supporters for not being open-minded enough to see a possibility of collusion.\n\"The media, generally speaking, the mainstream media makes far fewer errors than most institutions in our culture, because we indeed are in the business of trying not to make errors,\" Bernstein opined, citing no evidence. \"And we have all kinds of procedures in place to keep us from making those errors.\" But that apparently didn't stop any of these new outlets from pushing false stories. CBS had actually claimed to have confirmed CNN's false report.\nFor some reason, Frum was fuming and decided to smear Fox News as a news organization that didn't have an interest in finding the truth. And in a knock against the rest of the media, Frum declared that \"the worst mistakes that press organizations have made in the coverage of Trump has precisely occurred in their effort \u2013 their overzealous effort to be fair to the President.\" He actually stopped himself mid-sentence to go back and add \"overzealous\" as a descriptor. What news was he watching?\n<<< Please support MRC's NewsBusters team with a tax-deductible contribution today. >>>\nFrum also claimed that CNN's biggest mistake so far was in hiring Trump supporters to be commentators. \"The worst mistake CNN has made had been the result determination to bring in-house Trump associates in order to promote Trump falsehoods,\" he chided. But to Stelter's credit, he defended them, saying he thought it was important to hear their voices.\nDespite the flood of fake news stories from the liberal media, Stelter had been on Twitter whining about how the President continued to call out CNN and others during rallies. You have no legs to stand on and complain about the President when you own news outlet was caught peddling false information as a bombshell report.\nTranscript below:\n11:14:20 AM Eastern\nBRIAN STELTER: A week ago it was Brian Ross and ABC. Ross was suspended for a breaking news report about Michael Flynn that had not been fully vetted by the network ahead of time and since then several more mistakes by other media outlets have caused a lot of introspection in newsrooms. On Friday, CNN gave lots of airtime to an exclusive report that said: Then-candidate Donald Trump and Donald Trump Jr. had received an e-mail in September of 2016 providing a description key and web access allowing them to access hacked DNC documents before they were publicly available. Now, later that afternoon the story unraveled. CNN issued Manu Raju went on Brooke Baldwin's show to issue this correction.\nSTELTER: It changed the understanding quite a bit. With ABC's suspension of Ross still in the headlines, I asked CNN if there would be disciplinary action against Raju or his co-writer Jeremy Herb. A spokeswoman said no. Because the reporters followed CNN's standards process which means that the anonymous sources they were using for the story were vetted and okayed ahead of time.\nNow the sources have been reliable in the past. But they were not this time. The spokeswoman said CNN had no reason to believe this was malicious, meaning the sources weren't trying to trick the reporters, the sources were just mistaken. But that mistake obviously caused a black eye for CNN. On Friday night President Trump seized on the recent corrections at a rally in Florida.\nSTELTER: Technically CNN did not apologize but did correct the reporting. CBS also issued a correction for the same story. And this was not the only error of the week. Did you hear about Robert Mueller's team subpoenaing Trump's bank records Deutsche Bank? Bloomberg and Reuters had to issues corrections, saying the documents that were subpoenaed pertained to people or entities affiliated with Trump, not the President individually. Now that is still a big development. But it's not what the news outlets originally said. The Wall Street Journal got it right in the text of their story but misconstrued it in the headline so they had to run a correction as well. These errors have piled up this week. There's a new one this weekend involving The Washington Post we'll get into.\nCARL BERNSTEIN: We have to get back to the notion that -- which is absolutely correct, that most of the media really tries, the mainstream media \u2013 the big news institutions from The Washington Post and The New York Times to The Wall Street Journal to CNN really go out of their way to be accurate, factual, contextual and we do and we have done a pretty good job of it. I would say, by and large, an excellent job of it in terms of the facts of this hugely complicated story.\nSTELTER: David, what's your advice for journalists in this situation and for readers?\nDAVID FRUM: I have more advice for readers. You asked the question, Brian, why should, given these mistakes, why should people trust the media? I would say, the mistakes are precisely the reason the people should trust the media. Look, astronomers make mistakes all the time because science is a process of discovery of truth. Astrologers never make mistakes or at least they never own up to them, because what they are offering a closed system of ideology and propaganda.\nBERNSTEIN: Mike Allen is right about the general excellence of the media's coverage particularly of Donald Trump, his presidency, and this story. I think it's very important if open-minded people and that's what we seem to be lacking on both sides but especially Trump supporters here. And let's say that that is the fact especially among Trump supporters about open-mindedness. The media, generally speaking, the mainstream media makes far fewer errors than most institutions in our culture, because we indeed are in the business of trying not to make errors. And we have all kinds of procedures in place to keep us from making those errors. Compare us to Wall Street. Compare us to banking. Compare us to the Congress of the United States. Compare us to almost any institution and we make fewer errors.\nFRUM: With the greatest respect to Carl and his incredible accomplishments, I really think framing this as a matter of two sides is fundamentally misleading. The press\u2014the worst mistakes\u2014again, when we talk about the press we exclude Fox and we talked about press organizations that have an interest in finding truth. Excluding Fox, the worst mistakes that press organizations have made in the coverage of Trump has precisely occurred in their effort -- their overzealous effort to be fair to the President. Because, the problem they cover is accurate coverage of this president and his campaign is very different than neutral coverage of this president and his campaign. I mean how do you fairly report the fact that the president lies tall time and that he recruits people to work for him that lie all the time?\nFRUM: The worst mistake CNN has made had been the result determination to bring in-house Trump associates in order to promote Trump falsehoods. Not from Trump HQ or from the White House but with CNN's own brand on them.\nSTELTER: We will have to disagree on that one. I think we need to hear from Trump supporters.\nNBDaily Media Bias Debate Cable Television CNN Reliable Sources Fake News Video Brian Stelter Carl Bernstein David Frum Donald Trump\nNicholas Fondacaro\nNicholas C. Fondacaro is a News Analyst for the Media Research Center\nSource URL: https:\/\/www.newsbusters.org\/blogs\/nb\/nicholas-fondacaro\/2017\/12\/10\/cnn-media-panel-our-fake-news-stories-are-why-you-should","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Start by marking \"Bellewether\" as Want to Read:\nWe'd love your help. Let us know what's wrong with this preview of Bellewether by Susanna Kearsley.\nPreview \u2014 Bellewether by Susanna Kearsley\nBellewether\nSusanna Kearsley (Goodreads Author)\n3.94 \u00b7 Rating details \u00b7 6,623 ratings \u00b7 1,180 reviews\n\"The house, when I first saw it, seemed intent on guarding what it knew; but we all learned, by the end of it, that secrets aren't such easy things to keep.\"\nIt's late summer, war is raging, and families are torn apart by divided loyalties and deadly secrets. In this complex and dangerous time, a young French Canadian lieutenant is captured and billeted with a Long Isla\nIt's late summer, war is raging, and families are torn apart by divided loyalties and deadly secrets. In this complex and dangerous time, a young French Canadian lieutenant is captured and billeted with a Long Island family, an unwilling and unwelcome guest. As he begins to pitch in with the never-ending household tasks and farm chores, Jean-Philippe de Sabran finds himself drawn to the daughter of the house. Slowly, Lydia Wilde comes to lean on Jean-Philippe, true soldier and gentleman, until their lives become inextricably intertwined. Legend has it that the forbidden love between Jean-Philippe and Lydia ended tragically, but centuries later, the clues they left behind slowly unveil the true story.\nPart history, part romance, and all kinds of magic, Susanna Kearsley's latest masterpiece will draw you in and never let you go, even long after you've closed the last page.\nPublished August 7th 2018 by Sourcebooks Landmark (first published August 6th 2018)\nB07816ZMCQ\nGoodreads Choice Award Nominee for Historical Fiction (2018)\nTo ask other readers questions about Bellewether, please sign up.\nI was hoping to know more about the old French lady in the end, how she was related to the original family in the book, and how she was based in Paris rather than in Quebec. This left a gap for me after everything else was so detailed and exactly accurate with the times they lived in. Can anyone help me understand this?\n7 likes \u00b7 like\nSee all 4 answers\nDanielle Marshall\nThis answer contains spoilers\u2026 (view spoiler)[ This person was a descendant of Jean Philippe and Lydia. At the end of the novel Jean Philippe was not allowed to go back to Quebec, he was sent to\u2026more This person was a descendant of Jean Philippe and Lydia. At the end of the novel Jean Philippe was not allowed to go back to Quebec, he was sent to France instead. The old woman stated that there was always someone to carry on the history of the family, but that she had no descendants and would be sending her information and items to the Wilde House Museum for safe keeping.(less) (hide spoiler)]\nWhen will this book be available in audio?\nMary I listened to this via audible.com. Great book\nSee all 8 questions about Bellewether\u2026\n2018 Gothic\n41 books \u2014 23 voters\nHistorical Fiction: Colonial America\n\u00b7 6,623 ratings \u00b7 1,180 reviews\nAll LanguagesDansk \u200e(1) English \u200e(1167)\nApr 30, 2018 Khanh, first of her name, mother of bunnies rated it did not like it \u00b7 review of another edition\nHoly crap, it is so boring.\nI've read Kearsley before, but not for a few years. I don't remember the rest being as bad as this one.\nI wouldn't say it was BAD bad, just so long and dull. The story is told from 3 POVs, 2 historical, 1 present, and they are all awful. The narratives ramble on and on and on about their lives and stuff and there's this mystery with no buildup. Like literally, no buildup. I confess, I DNFed it at like 70% and I have no desire to continue because there's like no relatio Holy crap, it is so boring.\nI wouldn't say it was BAD bad, just so long and dull. The story is told from 3 POVs, 2 historical, 1 present, and they are all awful. The narratives ramble on and on and on about their lives and stuff and there's this mystery with no buildup. Like literally, no buildup. I confess, I DNFed it at like 70% and I have no desire to continue because there's like no relationship building between the two narrators (who are supposed to eventually be lovers or something?) god knows because at 70% THEY ARE STILL BARELY TALKING TO EACH OTHER.\nIt is awful. Don't waste your money. ...more\nAngela It's a slow burn but it's not at all boring!\nMay 12, 2019 08:15AM\nKelli I'm only a quarter way through the book, and I feel the EXACT same way! There's way too much time spent on unimportant details and not enough time whe I'm only a quarter way through the book, and I feel the EXACT same way! There's way too much time spent on unimportant details and not enough time where anything is actually happening! ...more\nJun 13, 2018 Tadiana \u2729Night Owl\u263d rated it liked it\nShelves: arc, historical-fiction, things-go-bump-in-the-night\n3.33 stars. Full review, first posted on Fantasy Literature:\nSusanna Kearsley is a popular Canadian novelist who writes historical fiction, favoring the dual-timeline model with a current plotline and a historical one that intersect in one way or another. Her novels are generally spiced with a mystery, a romance (or perhaps two, one in each of the timelines) \u2026 and a paranormal element, such as time travel, ghostly spirits, or a character with psychic abilities.\nBellewether, Kearsley's first novel 3.33 stars. Full review, first posted on Fantasy Literature:\nBellewether, Kearsley's first novel in three years, is of the dual-timeline model. The historical plotline, set in about 1760, alternates between the points of view of Lydia Wilde and Jean-Philippe de Sabran, a French Canadian lieutenant who was captured during the French and Indian War (part of the Seven Years' War) and is now billeted at Lydia's Long Island home along with another French officer. Jean-Philippe speaks no English and Lydia \u2015 for good reason \u2015 carries a deep prejudice against Frenchmen and their military in particular, but neither of these things stop Jean-Philippe and Lydia from noticing each other.\nIn modern times, the story follows Charlotte (Charley) van Hoek, a museum curator who has moved up to the town of Millbank on the north shore of Long Island, to be with her grieving niece. In Millbank, the home of her ancestors (and where Charley's estranged grandmother still lives), Charley also finds a welcome job as curator for the Wilde House, the Wilde's ancestral home now turned museum, though there are a few museum trustees who opposed her hiring and are still looking to make life difficult for Charley.\nCharley begins researching the Wilde family history, and becomes particularly interested in the story of Lydia and her rumored romance with a French prisoner of war. Local legend has it that the Frenchman was going to run away with Lydia but was killed by Lydia's brother, and that his spirit now haunts the Wilde House. Charley, of course, doesn't believe in ghosts. But then some inexplicable things start to happen \u2026\nBellewether is meticulously researched and clearly a labor of love for Kearsley, who incorporates several elements of her own family history into this novel, which she explains in a detailed afterword. Bellewether deals sensitively with issues like slavery and racial and national prejudice. The Wilde family keeps a teenaged black slave, Violet, which initially deeply offends Jean-Philippe, who has his own reasons for hating slavery, but it soon becomes clear that Violet's history and situation are complicated.\nI found Bellewether interesting but oddly placid. One might think that a novel including a centuries-old mystery, wartime romances and conflicts, and ghostly dealings would be gripping, but the characters always feel somewhat distant and the novel rather long-winded and slow-paced. It just never fully captured my heart or imagination. Everything works out suspiciously easily and neatly, and there's very little intensity in any of the interpersonal relationships, including the understated, slow-burn romances in both timelines.\nThe title Bellewether is from the name of a beautiful, swift ship owned by Lydia's brother. It's nicely evocative, but a bit of stretch to name the novel after this ship, which plays only a minor role in the plot. With just a little imagination, though, one might envision a particular member of Lydia's family is playing the role of a bellwether sheep, the leader of the flock. And that's all I'm going to say about that!\nBellewether is a worthy, respectable novel, if you enjoy cozy, deliberately-paced historical reads with just a dash of romance and the supernatural.\nI received a free copy of this ebook from the publisher and NetGalley for review. Thank you! ...more\nNov 29, 2015 Ava Brightly \u2615 rated it really liked it \u00b7 review of another edition\nShelves: romance, historical-fiction, 2018\nAnother lovely story by Susanna Kearsley. Dual timelines, mystery, ghosts, love and romance, historical, and those twists the author does so well.\nI understand the author was a museum curator at one point in her life. With the story taking place through the eyes of a curator, Charley, this latest from Kearsely is well written, looking into history from a curators unique point of view. The reader has a front row perspective of our main character in the past timeline living a life unveiled by pres Another lovely story by Susanna Kearsley. Dual timelines, mystery, ghosts, love and romance, historical, and those twists the author does so well.\nI understand the author was a museum curator at one point in her life. With the story taking place through the eyes of a curator, Charley, this latest from Kearsely is well written, looking into history from a curators unique point of view. The reader has a front row perspective of our main character in the past timeline living a life unveiled by present day characters and forces, replete with ghosties.\nThe author must have had fun writing with her background in history. Provenance is always an element drawing me in to a story. This is why historical fiction appeals to me so much. Kearsley does a fantastic job pulling together bits of true history and fiction. Told in three points of view, the reader is carried through the Seven Years War and the current impact on the family Charley researches.\nI don't want to spoil the story but I will say, I am a sucker for happily ever afters and in the vein of Kearsley's other stories, she does not disappoint with the author's usual mix of present and past.\nExcellent read. ...more\nApr 15, 2018 Erin rated it really liked it \u00b7 review of another edition\nShelves: kindle, netgalley\nThanks to NetGalley for an advanced ebook in exchange for an honest review.\nApril 24th, as I stated in my reviews of both Come from Away and The Husband Hour is going to be an epic day for all of us Canadian book readers and now I have to add Bellewether to that book buying list. This is my 10th Susanna Kearsley in a five year period and let me tell you that this Canadian novelist is a powerhouse that you cannot afford to pass by.\nMeticulously researched, this triple narrative that volleys read Thanks to NetGalley for an advanced ebook in exchange for an honest review.\nMeticulously researched, this triple narrative that volleys readers between the contemporary period and the 18th century is a highly recommended historical fiction.I absolutely loved the characters and didn't feel that the dual timelines tried to hijack one another as both were very fascinating.\nIf I had one quibble about the story, it is the feeling that SK had a difficult time wrapping up the story because I had a hard time as a reader trying to say goodbye to Lydia, Jean-Phillippe, and Charley.\nHighly recommended! ...more\nApr 01, 2018 Zoe rated it it was amazing \u00b7 review of another edition\nPowerful, absorbing, and incredibly fascinating!\nBellewether is an enthralling tale set on the eastern shores of Long Island during the late 1750s, as well as present day, and is told from three different perspectives. Lydia, a strong, hardworking young woman struggling to care and support those she loves in a time of uncertainty and upheaval. Jean-Philippe, a French-Canadian soldier who finds himself captured and a parole of honour in the final pivotal days of the Seven Years' War. And Charley, Powerful, absorbing, and incredibly fascinating!\nBellewether is an enthralling tale set on the eastern shores of Long Island during the late 1750s, as well as present day, and is told from three different perspectives. Lydia, a strong, hardworking young woman struggling to care and support those she loves in a time of uncertainty and upheaval. Jean-Philippe, a French-Canadian soldier who finds himself captured and a parole of honour in the final pivotal days of the Seven Years' War. And Charley, an intelligent, independent woman determined to discover all the skeletons hidden inside the Wilde House, as well as her own.\nThe prose is eloquent and expressive. The characters are alluring, sympathetic, multi-layered, and authentic. And the plot is a sweeping saga filled with familial drama, introspection, love, loss, grief, mystique, heartbreak, romance, secrets, passion, loyalty, as well as a little peek into a war that had a tremendous impact on the culture and history of Canada as we know it today.\nBellewether is a beautifully written, exceptionally atmospheric novel that transports you to another time and place and immerses you so thoroughly into the personalities, feelings, and lives of the characters you never want it to end. It is without a doubt one of my favourite novels of the year that once again highlights Kearsley's extraordinary imagination and talent as a masterful storyteller and researcher.\nThank you to Simon & Schuster Canada for providing me with a copy in exchange for an honest review.\nAll my reviews can be found on my blog at https:\/\/whatsbetterthanbooks.com ...more\nAug 20, 2018 Holly rated it liked it \u00b7 review of another edition\nShelves: 2018-read, historical-fiction-romance\nConsidering how almost absolutely nothing happens in this book, I surprisingly liked it while I was reading it. It was only when it ended, and well, I realized I just read a whole lotta' nothin', that I decided I couldn't rate this higher than three stars.\nSusana Kearsley has a formula that she uses for every.single.book. It goes like this:\n- Two main narrators, both female\n- The female narrators live in different time periods\n- One of the female narrators is somehow doing some kind of research that Considering how almost absolutely nothing happens in this book, I surprisingly liked it while I was reading it. It was only when it ended, and well, I realized I just read a whole lotta' nothin', that I decided I couldn't rate this higher than three stars.\n- One of the female narrators is somehow doing some kind of research that eventually involves the long ago deceased second narrator\n- Both narrators experience some kind of romance\n- The narrations flip back and forth, both moving forward in time until they somehow connect\nNow, I am not knocking Kearsley's formula, because I have really liked the three other books of hers that I have read so far. And despite it's formula this book felt real - there's definitely no insta-love, the characters were three dimensional, the setting and time periods were distinct. But the plot, the plot is where things went wrong. NOTHING HAPPENS. I mean sure, there was finding of historical furniture and fundraisers in the 'modern' timeline. There were chores and visitors in the 'old' timeline. But there's no action, no suspense, and there's barely any interaction at all between the narrators and their romantic interests until the very end of the book. And then the book ends. The biggest travesty of this book for me was (view spoiler)[ we don't even get to read Lydia's entire letter! (hide spoiler)].\nBut despite all that, I didn't notice any of these downsides until I was finished with the book. While I was reading it, I was enjoying getting to know these characters and more about their lives and the lives of the people around them. ...more\nSep 23, 2018 Lori rated it it was amazing \u00b7 review of another edition\nI enjoyed this so, so much. So many endearing characters but Zeb, Lydia and Jean-Philippe were favorites. I appreciate that Kearsley added an authors note explaining her motivations for writing about this time period; \"I find people I just feel are reaching out to me. They take hold of my heart, somehow, and I just can't forget them.\" Her writing conveys her passion so authentically that I carry it with me long after I've turned the last page. If you have not had the pleasure of reading a Kearsl I enjoyed this so, so much. So many endearing characters but Zeb, Lydia and Jean-Philippe were favorites. I appreciate that Kearsley added an authors note explaining her motivations for writing about this time period; \"I find people I just feel are reaching out to me. They take hold of my heart, somehow, and I just can't forget them.\" Her writing conveys her passion so authentically that I carry it with me long after I've turned the last page. If you have not had the pleasure of reading a Kearsley novel I would highly recommend adding them to your list. 5 stars. ...more\nJan 18, 2018 Genevieve Graham rated it it was amazing \u00b7 review of another edition\nShelves: canada, epic, fiction, military, drama, fiction-historical, romance, historic-fiction, historical-adventure, native-americans\nAs she has with every one of her exquisite time slip novels, Susanna Kearsley left me breathless with \"Bellewether\". Historical fiction is all about bringing history to life, and Ms Kearsley always gives us so much more than a mere heartbeat. With a curator's expertise, a historian's passion, and an artist's finesse, she brings meticulous attention to 18th century historical detail (including the Acadians - a particular favourite of mine), and every detail has a purpose, meaning her beautiful pr As she has with every one of her exquisite time slip novels, Susanna Kearsley left me breathless with \"Bellewether\". Historical fiction is all about bringing history to life, and Ms Kearsley always gives us so much more than a mere heartbeat. With a curator's expertise, a historian's passion, and an artist's finesse, she brings meticulous attention to 18th century historical detail (including the Acadians - a particular favourite of mine), and every detail has a purpose, meaning her beautiful prose is never overdone. I'm always so impressed by how she is able to create separate\/connected characters and make them all equally compelling - it's like she writes two separate books in one. And somehow I always end up with such a crush on her men (both 21st and 18th century). Charley and Lydia were strong, intelligent, and beautiful women, but Sam and Jean-Philippe? Well, despite the perfect endings to both stories, I ended up wishing there was more about them! ...more\nApr 05, 2018 Hollis rated it really liked it \u00b7 review of another edition\nShelves: family-focused, magical-realism, men-in-uniform, romance, 2018-reads, contemporary, hist-fiction, ebook, finished-in-april-2018, arc\nIf you're looking for a detailed historical read set in the late 1700s surrounding the war between the British and the French on American, and Canadian soil, you'll love this. I have never read anything from this particular conflict, though I think maybe I've read something after the fact?, and I particularly wasn't familiar with this idea of billeted war prisoners staying in peoples' homes, as a mark of their honour and rank, instead of jails but I found the concept totally fascinating.\nKearsley If you're looking for a detailed historical read set in the late 1700s surrounding the war between the British and the French on American, and Canadian soil, you'll love this. I have never read anything from this particular conflict, though I think maybe I've read something after the fact?, and I particularly wasn't familiar with this idea of billeted war prisoners staying in peoples' homes, as a mark of their honour and rank, instead of jails but I found the concept totally fascinating.\nKearsley weaves a family-driven story surrounding this very situation and the conflict the Wilde's face when they themselves have had very personal losses in the war and are forced to play host to two very different but very French soldiers.\nAt the same time we're in present day Long Island and the Wilde house is being renovated and curated as a museum. Charley is recent to the area and in piecing together the story surrounding the more famous brother, Captain Wilde who commanded the Bellewether, and who is to be the focus of the project, she is told of a legend surrounding the love affair between the youngest Wilde child, a daughter, and a French officer. But it seems to be just a story, not based in fact, until Charley starts finding pieces of the puzzle to prove it to be true, all the while helped along by a very unlikely ally.\nThe story set in the past had two POVs and I liked them the most, I think, because it was a slowburn build of trust and understanding and, eventually, love. Whereas the present day events were filled with not so nice people and an even slower damn burn romance.. if you can believe it. Both timelines were enjoyable, though at times it was slow going or didn't always keep my interest, and yet there was something about this story. Not just the unexpected bits, or the emotional resonance, the emphasis on family, but the idea that so much of legend can become history and in some cases we might never know the truth of it. So much of this story was like that, and in more ways than one.\nPart of me hesitates to round this one up because, yes, there were those not so engaging bits, the romance is really mild, and hey did I mention the slowness, and yet I feel like I can't do anything less. BELLEWETHER might not have been particular original in the sense of how the story, especially the present day one, unfolded but there is a remarkable bit of magic to the telling of it nonetheless. I don't know. It's hard to describe why this captivated me and all I can say is.. it did.\n** I received an ARC from NetGalley and the publisher (thank you!) in exchange for an honest review. ** ...more\nJul 06, 2018 Cindy Burnett rated it really liked it \u00b7 review of another edition\nSusanna Kearsley's latest book focuses on a house on the eastern shores of Long Island. In this dual timeline tale, the story alternates between three characters, Lydia, Jean-Phillippe, and Charley. Lydia and Jean-Phillippe live in the 1750's; Lydia inhabits the house in question, and Jean-Phillippe is a French Canadian lieutenant held there as a captive during the Seven Years' War. Charley lives in the present day and endeavors to uncover the secrets of Wilde House, itself a character in the st Susanna Kearsley's latest book focuses on a house on the eastern shores of Long Island. In this dual timeline tale, the story alternates between three characters, Lydia, Jean-Phillippe, and Charley. Lydia and Jean-Phillippe live in the 1750's; Lydia inhabits the house in question, and Jean-Phillippe is a French Canadian lieutenant held there as a captive during the Seven Years' War. Charley lives in the present day and endeavors to uncover the secrets of Wilde House, itself a character in the story. Full of magic, historical detail, and with several love stories thrown in, Kearsley creates an entertaining tale.\nMar 04, 2016 Brittain *Needs a Nap and a Drink* marked it as i-want-it-now \u00b7 review of another edition\nOhpleaseohpleaseohpleaseohpleaseohplease\nEdit: Another pretty cover but I kind of wish it was different from all of the others. They are starting to look the same.\nJul 08, 2018 Sophia rated it it was amazing\nShelves: net-galley-reads, romantic-suspense, historical-mystery-suspense\nWant some atmosphere and a story focused on an old Colonial Era house out on Long Island that is on the cusp of revealing it's secrets? Susanna Kearsley does what she does best and offers a story within a story, a twisting tale full of secrets and love in the past? And that little bit where the reader catches something in their peripheral view and, for just an instant, believes in ghosts and superstition as reality.\nThe story opens with history buff, Charley, moving to Long Island and taking a jo Want some atmosphere and a story focused on an old Colonial Era house out on Long Island that is on the cusp of revealing it's secrets? Susanna Kearsley does what she does best and offers a story within a story, a twisting tale full of secrets and love in the past? And that little bit where the reader catches something in their peripheral view and, for just an instant, believes in ghosts and superstition as reality.\nThe story opens with history buff, Charley, moving to Long Island and taking a job as curator for the Wilde House Museum that is set to open after restorations are complete. Charley is burdened by grief because she took this job because of her brother's death and a need to be there for his nineteen year old daughter and its a chance to sort out her own life. She is content to have a connection with Niels friend, Malaika and to enjoy Sam the contractor for work on the Wilde house. But, Charley stumbles on a ghost story and a tragic tale of lovers in the past surrounding the old Wilde House. Is it the Frenchman's ghost carrying the lantern in the woods at night looking for his lost love or is there more to it?\nThe past storyline in the late 1650's is told from dual points of view of both Lydia Wilde and Jean-Philippe de Sabran. Lydia just lost her fiance' to the French in one of the battles during the Seven Years' War and her brother didn't come back from that battle normal. Her hatred is palpable, but her family has two French officer parolees foist upon them even while she is trying to hold her family together after her mother's death. Jean-Philippe is captivated by the English beauty, but has a hard path to winning her. Ominous clouds form around the pair and the reader has the knowledge of the present day story that keeps the advancing tragedy always on the mind.\nAs usual with her books, I do prefer the past storyline especially since their differing perspectives were so wide of each other at first with the whole enemy nationalities and ideologies thing, but I still loved the present plot as well. Charley's story had me not all that disappointed when the focus would shift to the present. The author has a way of stringing a strong connection through so that past and present rub along nearly seamlessly. I think the reader is meant to connect with the past story moreso because there are two narrators for that bit as opposed to just the one in the present day. Neither story felt underdeveloped, but, I'm a history buff like Charley, so that will pull me in every time.\nThe author's research is meticulous. I always learn a little more and see the past well through her eyes when I'm getting the descriptions. It's not dry and she paints her settings in a colorful palette. She makes some pointed historical and present day social commentary that all weaves into the story well. I love the Colonial Era and don't pick up enough stories set in that time. Combine it with the atmospheric suspense and romance of the fictional characters the author wrote and I was sublimely happy.\nI've purposefully kept things vague, but there is a sense of discovery that is the best feeling when reading this one that I don't want to destroy for future readers. I will warn that the pacing is gentle and the suspense is far from thriller intense. The author relies on emotion and character development rather than intense action. Those who love romantic suspense with a strong history element should definitely give this book and the author a go.\nMy thanks to Sourcebooks Landmark for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review. ...more\nMay 04, 2018 Melissa rated it really liked it \u00b7 review of another edition\nShelves: arc-bk-netgalley, z-2018, book-riot-rec\nI love historical fiction. Even more when there's a connection to the present, like with this book. And even even more when there's romance. And it did help that it involved a French Canadian soldier, since I live in Quebec... I love to know more about history. I really loved that book. It's beautifully written, and the change of perspective between Lydia, Jean-Philippe and Charley is captivating.\nThanks to the publisher for the advanced ebook through NetGalley.\nApr 02, 2018 Tina rated it really liked it \u00b7 review of another edition\nShelves: historical-fiction, romance, net-galley, canadianauthor\n3.5 *\nSusanna Kearsley is an excellent story teller. I like how she blends the past and present together. This was a fascinating story. The present day story involves Charley (Charlotte) who comes back to her father's birthplace (on Long Island) to be a curator of an old historic museum home. The past story involves the historical home and its family. It mainly focuses on Lydia who lives in the home with her father and brothers. It is the time of the French War and a French-Canadian Lieutenant (J 3.5 *\nSusanna Kearsley is an excellent story teller. I like how she blends the past and present together. This was a fascinating story. The present day story involves Charley (Charlotte) who comes back to her father's birthplace (on Long Island) to be a curator of an old historic museum home. The past story involves the historical home and its family. It mainly focuses on Lydia who lives in the home with her father and brothers. It is the time of the French War and a French-Canadian Lieutenant (Jean-Philippe) is captured and brought to live in Lydia's home. They subsequently fall in love. The story is told in three view points; Charley's, Lydia's and Jean-Philippe's. The time period is engaging and I enjoyed reading about the American and Canadian connections. However the story is slow paced especially the romance in both time periods. Nevertheless beautifully written.\nI'd like to thank NetGalley and Simon & Schuster Canada for granting me the opportunity to read this Advanced Reader Edition. ...more\nApr 14, 2018 Jessica rated it it was ok\nShelves: netgalley, art, hauntings, hist-fic, grown-up-homecomings\nKearsley manages to weave dry historical detail, blossoming lukewarm love affairs, and the banal intricacies of working for non-profit institutions into a tale I will soon forget.\nThank you to Netgalley for providing free digital access to this title in exchange for my honest opinion.\nMar 28, 2018 Christie\u00abSHBBblogger\u00bb rated it really liked it\nShelves: august2018, advanced-copy, historical\nTitle: Bellewether\nAuthor: Susanna Kearsley\nCliffhanger: No\nHEA(view spoiler)[Yes (hide spoiler)]\nThe house, when I first saw it, seemed intent on guarding what it knew within its walls as long as it stayed standing; but we all learned, by the end of it, that secrets aren't such easy things to keep.\nCharlotte \"Charlie\" Van Hoek is the new curator at the Wilde family museum at Snug Cove, and stumbles upon a love story in the Wilde family that ends abruptly in tragedy. She'\nCharlotte \"Charlie\" Van Hoek is the new curator at the Wilde family museum at Snug Cove, and stumbles upon a love story in the Wilde family that ends abruptly in tragedy. She's never been one to believe in ghosts, but rumor has it that one has been spotted wandering the property in despair. Gossip, or a heartbroken soul unable to be at peace after a tragic end?\nWhatever the case may be, she thinks it could be a great story to research while she organizes the restoration of the Wildes' home. Along the way, she meets Sam, the contractor in charge with a soft heart and a sensitive soul. He's a quiet man, but strong and dependable. The kind of man that cares and looks out for you if you're in his small inner circle. Their friendship flourished gradually, and eventually bloomed into love. It was most definitely a slow burn, and very much in the background of the overall plot. The main focus was Charlie's investigation of the Wilde family, and her challenges with her own family.\nComing back to the town where her family originated from is painful for more reasons than one. The loss of her father and brother back to back, followed by assuming responsibility for her brother's daughter Rachel completely shook up her world. She's still trying to settle all the pieces back into some sort of order. Then there's the fact that the grandmother that she's never met lives in town. The grandmother who disowned her father after he became a Vietnam war draft dodger and split town.\nThere's a lot of buried bitterness and hurt, compounded by pieces of history that were hidden from her most of her life. Even if her grandmother were to reach out to her, would she even deserve her time after she turned her back on them and refused contact? Charlie deals with a lot of inner turmoil as she tries to be there for Rachel, prove herself at work, and make sense of her feelings for the man who is her rock through it all.\nBellewether is a ghost story at heart, but not quite in the way you anticipate when you pick it up. Throughout the entire book you're wondering if the ending you think you know will come to light, and hoping it isn't the more time you spend with Lydia and the rest of the Wildes. I loved that about it. The plot is chock full of pre-revolution history in finely researched detail, and wonderfully character driven. Admittedly, it took me a big chunk of the book until I was firmly sucked in and reading at a fast pace. Because of the depth of the family history that's being introduced, it takes a while to fully entrench yourself. But it's so worth it when you do, and I'm so happy that I pushed through the first half.\nThere are actually three alternating first person POVs, Jean-Phillipe and Lydia in the past, in addition to Charlie's in the present. One thing I really loved was the chapter transitions. As we moved from the past to the present, or vise versa, the two characters on different timelines would be experiencing or feeling similar things. Charlie would be at the cove enjoying the sun on her face and the breeze blowing through her hair. Contemplating a sailboat as it glided past her. Then we'd flip to Lydia who'd be watching the boats go by at sunrise worrying over her family. It kind of brought home the fact that even though we feel so separated from those who lived in other eras, we all share the same threads of humanity. Clothing, culture, and technology may change, but our internal struggle and basic human experiences are the common thread that continue to tie us together.\nOne really unique thing about the past storyline was the fact that Lydia and Jean-Pierre didn't speak the same language. At first it confused me because I wondered how in the world these two people who were on opposite sides of the war, with a language barrier between them on top of it would grow to care about each other. I admit, I was doubtful. But I ended up really loving that about these two, and I felt like it ended up being one of the most romantic and unique things about them.\nTheir feelings didn't grow purely out of each other's physical appearance. In fact, it took quite some time before Lydia could even see anything other than an Acadian French soldier who fought against her brother with their enemy. Getting inside both of their heads from the first person POV really helped us understand how they studied one another. How they discovered each other's quirks, strengths, weaknesses, and hearts through the long months of transition while he stayed in her home. Words aren't needed when actions can be quietly observed to reveal the true character of a person.\nWars lay easier upon the conscience, Lydia decided, when you could not see the faces of the people you were fighting. And it was vastly easier to hate a man when you'd not learned his Christian name, or pried into his private thoughts and learned that he was human.\nI personally was more drawn to the historical set of characters. Lydia's struggle to keep the peace between her brothers, and fill the space that her mother left when she passed away made me sympathize. There's a feeling that the entire family is on the cusp of some very drastic changes. That the peace they share in those moments is ephemeral, as if it's about to slip through their fingers never to return again. Of course there is some tension over Lydia's budding romance because we don't know how or if tragedy will strike.\nThe Wilde family was extremely well developed with a broad family tree that I would love to continue learning about. Lydia's brother Benjamin was a privateer and hero of the revolution, and we learned just enough of his life to leave me very curious and intrigued. I really hope there will be a full length story there for us in the future! The author's skill in drawing me into that time period with her vivid and lush writing compensated for the reading pace that lagged at times. And she more than made up for it in the chapters leading up to the resolution. I couldn't speed through them fast enough, as I was desperate to discover if there would be a HEA. I did feel as if the romance between Sam and Charley could have given me a little more to savor between them, but overall the originality and mystery of Bellewether won me over. This is only my second read by Susanna Kearsley, but it certainly won't be my last.\nFOLLOW SMOKIN HOT BOOK BLOG ON:\nSep 02, 2018 Misfit marked it as abandoned\nShelves: back-to-the-library-for-you, time-slip, boring-boring-boring\nI yield at 27%. I love Kearsley's books, I really do, but this is boring and nothing happens and I don't care about anyone. The only interesting part was the first paragraph and it went downhill from there. I couldn't even get interesting in the story line set in the past.\nOct 22, 2018 Karen rated it really liked it\n\"I'm a soldier. I don't get to choose my path.\"\n\"You're a soldier, so you follow, yes? Then follow this.\" Pierre's hard finger jabbed him in the chest, above his heart.\n\"God gave you this. He set it like a light within you, so that you could see it well and know the way to go. You follow THIS, Marine. Don't look behind.\"\nI really enjoyed this. It was a little slow going at first, but so well done that I easily got into a groove. I was equally drawn to both stories, the modern and the historic.\nI really enjoyed this. It was a little slow going at first, but so well done that I easily got into a groove. I was equally drawn to both stories, the modern and the historic. And while both romances were slow in developing, they were both completely worth the wait. This was not my favorite of Susanna Kearsley's works, but it was definitely a great read.\nMar 21, 2018 Scarlett rated it it was ok \u00b7 review of another edition\nYou know that feeling when you get a great first impression of someone, but you become disappointed after spending some substantial time with them? That is how I felt about this book, I lost interest very quickly. The topic seemed interesting, but it was nothing new. The typical past and present story, told from several perspectives, did nothing to impress me. None of the characters had something to captivate me or to make me care. Still, Susanna Kearsley is a good writer, her writing has a nice You know that feeling when you get a great first impression of someone, but you become disappointed after spending some substantial time with them? That is how I felt about this book, I lost interest very quickly. The topic seemed interesting, but it was nothing new. The typical past and present story, told from several perspectives, did nothing to impress me. None of the characters had something to captivate me or to make me care. Still, Susanna Kearsley is a good writer, her writing has a nice flow and I liked how she implemented some nice, almost philosophical thoughts without trying to sound profound. Unfortunately, that wasn't enough to make this read enjoyable, it was boring and predictable. Once again, the attractive blurb was better than the story itself.\nYoung French Canadian lieutenant enters the story as a war captive, made to stay with the Wilde family until the end of war. There, he falls in love with Lydia, the only daughter in the house. Love story between enemies is told many, many times, so it is hard to find something exciting here. Both characters are two dimensional and for all the money in the world, I couldn't see the attraction between them. Their problems are not really problems, but they are made to look dramatic. Their ending is also just too much, I really, really did not care about it.\nIn the present, we follow Charley, a museum curator who is trying to pick up the pieces of this love story, while also trying to maintain some personal life of her own. Charley, of course, has unsustainable relationship with some random guy until she discovers her true feeling about Sam, a contractor who is all the best things that little town has to offer. This is not a spoiler, you can figure this out in the first chapter, considering how Sam swoops in the story like an unsung hero every woman needs.\nThe author herself is \"a former museum curator who loves restoring the lost voices of real people to the page\", according to her author's page. This is probably the reason why there is a big, and I really mean huge amount of unwanted description how an expert goes through documents and decides if they are valid and worth displaying in the museum. It is informative, but definitely not worth putting in a historical fiction novel. Finding buttons and going through dirt to see if there are any more buttons there\u2026 not really exciting.\nI also wonder, why is this book titled \"Bellewether\"? If you must know, that is the name of the ship, but kill me if I see the story revolving around it. It is just a convenient transportation in one point of the story and it introduces us to one minor character. I am not criticizing, I may have lost the meaning somewhere, but if someone catches the importance of Bellewether, please inform me.\nThat being said, I can't shake off the impression that Susanna is a good writer! This may be a boring book, but I can see myself getting one of her other books one day, who knows.\nI got this ebook from Sourcebooks Landmark through NetGalley and I am very grateful for this reading opportunity!\nSep 26, 2018 Sara rated it really liked it \u00b7 review of another edition\nShelves: women-writers, war, borrowed-from-library, new-england, pleasure-reading, romance, historical-fiction\nIt takes a particular skill to write a dual time period novel and make it work seamlessly. It is something Susanna Kearsley does very well. Too often in such novels the switches between times seem jarring to me, but with Kearsley this is seldom the case. I suppose you could say her books are somewhat formulaic, but she researches her historical era well and includes some actual figures from the time, which adds authenticity.\nIn Bellewether, the setting is the Wilde House, a New York colonial home It takes a particular skill to write a dual time period novel and make it work seamlessly. It is something Susanna Kearsley does very well. Too often in such novels the switches between times seem jarring to me, but with Kearsley this is seldom the case. I suppose you could say her books are somewhat formulaic, but she researches her historical era well and includes some actual figures from the time, which adds authenticity.\nIn Bellewether, the setting is the Wilde House, a New York colonial home that is being turned into a museum because it was once the home of a famous Revolutionary War pirate, Benjamin Wilde. Charlotte (Charley) Van Hoek has been hired to curate the museum, and she becomes interested in a local tale about Benjamin's sister, Lydia, and a love affair she had with a French prisoner of war who was housed in her home and murdered during the French and Indian Wars. I enjoyed that the time she selected is not one that is often covered and that her characters behaved in ways that would have been appropriate to the time.\nWhen I read this kind of novel, I generally enjoy the historical elements more than the present-time ones. It is evident that this is a well-researched history, with every element ringing true, but I found the modern-day story held my interest as well.\nOf course, if you are expecting to close the book and come away with something profound or life-changing, this isn't the book to read, but if you are just looking for a book that is fun, holds your interest and takes you out of the everyday world for a while, this would be just the right choice.\nAug 26, 2018 Jennifer rated it really liked it\n4-4.5 stars\nThis was my first book by Kearsley and I loved it. I can't believe I haven't read anything by her before. But now she is on my radar and I will be on the lookout for anything by this author. Bellewether has everything that I love in a book- dual timeline (past \/ present), multiple POV narration, a little bit of historical fiction, a little bit of mystery and a little bit of a paranormal element all rolled into one heck of a great tale.\nI thought that the characters were extremely well 4-4.5 stars\nI thought that the characters were extremely well developed, even the secondary ones and the way that Kearsley tells the story, you just get so absorbed into this world and you don't want to put the book down. I found myself many times saying \"one more chapter\" when it was well past the time I should have been reading. What I also liked is that even though we have the past and present timelines, both were equally interesting and I found that one did not outweigh the other. Kearsley did a great job with the transitions from Charley, Lydia and Jean-Phillipe. Each has their own distinct voice and I found myself liking all 3.\nI would highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys historical fiction. Also, if you are a fan of Kate Morton, I would highly recommend this book! They have a similar style and I often found myself comparing the two; which by the way, is a total compliment. I haven't read anything by Morton that I didn't like and now I have Kearsley to add to my list.\nThank you to Sourcebooks for my copy of this book via Edelweiss\nApr 04, 2018 \u2736Rachelle\u2736 rated it really liked it \u00b7 review of another edition\nShelves: romance, 2018, arc, historical\nI very much enjoyed this! It has everything I love about Ms. Kearsley's books, and I can't wait to add a copy to my bookshelf.\nFull review to follow closer to publication\nI was beyond thrilled to see this ARC waiting in my inbox!\nSusanna Kearsley is one of my favorite authors and I can't wait to get started with this one =D\nMar 25, 2018 Amy Bruno rated it liked it\nShelves: on-my-kindle, for-review, net-galley, ebook-galley, historical-fiction, arcs, 18th-century, april-2018-review\n3.5 stars. Great writing as always, I just wish there had been a little more drama and action.\nMay 13, 2018 Bree Hill rated it liked it \u00b7 review of another edition\nSusanna Kearsley has been my FAVORITE author for the past couple of years and it's hard for me to go into her books unbiased and not automatically assuming I'm going to LOVE them just because it's her. I found myself doing that with this book when really, about halfway through I was like OMG..SK is known for slow moving books but she's also written books like Mariana and The Shadowy Horses where I felt from the beginning she had me sucked in..Bellewether was just a little too slow moving for me. Susanna Kearsley has been my FAVORITE author for the past couple of years and it's hard for me to go into her books unbiased and not automatically assuming I'm going to LOVE them just because it's her. I found myself doing that with this book when really, about halfway through I was like OMG..SK is known for slow moving books but she's also written books like Mariana and The Shadowy Horses where I felt from the beginning she had me sucked in..Bellewether was just a little too slow moving for me.\nIn true SK fashion there are two women main characters separated by time, both have their own love interest and are tied together in some way. Charley is our modern day lady who is a newly hired museum curator in Lydia Wilde (our historic main character's) old house. Lydia is a young woman during the Seven Years War and her family is housing two French officers. One of the POV's we get is from Jean Philippe, one of the officers who you figure out shortly will be the love interest of Lydia but it moves SO. SLOW. I mean at 55% I remember feeling like THEY BARELY even speak nor even acknowledge each other up to this point.\nWhat I liked about this book is the family aspect. The Wilde's are really close. The Mother, Patience has passed away and the Father does his best to hold things together. Lydia really steps it up as a sister and daughter to take care of her father and brothers with the help of Violet..the slave owned by her uncle who her family is pretty much rescuing since her Mother showed up on their doorstep years ago.\nI like how SK handled slavery in this book. This is her first book solely in America so I wondered how it would be dealt with and I feel she did a good job. It was also nice to see Lydia grow in certain ways when it came to race. She loves Violet like a sister but is so prejudice against the French Officers. It's understandable given the time period and what is going on around her but you see her eventually lighten up and become accepting.\nGreat historical fiction as expected from SK, just a little too slow for me at the moment. I think I should've waited for the fall to read this. Maybe a different time this would've been perfect. ...more\nSep 02, 2018 Tracy rated it it was amazing \u00b7 review of another edition\nI'm going to be very honest in this review. I have read every book Susanna Kearsley has written. There is only one book that I didn't like. That was Named of the Dragon. I gave up on that one. Everything else I either loved immensely or liked a lot.\nI have been impatiently waiting for the release of Bellewether for years. When it came out I saw several people mention that it was slow. Uh-oh I thought....\nI started it and at first it was fine. I was interested in it for sure. Then, it got slow! I I'm going to be very honest in this review. I have read every book Susanna Kearsley has written. There is only one book that I didn't like. That was Named of the Dragon. I gave up on that one. Everything else I either loved immensely or liked a lot.\nI started it and at first it was fine. I was interested in it for sure. Then, it got slow! I was so upset. After all this waiting how could Susanna Kearsley give me a slow book!?! But I just couldn't give up that easily and I kept going. It got good again. Then it got a little slow again. Then it got good again. There were a couple slow areas, but way less and then it stayed good in my opinion! Towards the end it was amazing and I couldn't put it down!\nThere is a twist at the end that I was happy about and I really was so enthralled during the last 30% of the book. I was glued to my Kindle! So, I'm happy and the book lived up to my expectations!\nI have to also say the subject written about, the historical aspect of the French Indian war is something I'd never read about, so I enjoyed this dip into history!\nI guess now I wait again for her next book.... \ud83d\ude00 ...more\nAug 17, 2018 TL rated it really liked it \u00b7 review of another edition\n(my copy is is 434 pages)\nWriting: 4 stars\nPlot: 3.5 stars\nCharacters: 4 stars\n3.75 stars overall perhaps\nMiss Kearsley's wonderful writing transports me yet again to a long ago time and place. I fell in love with atmosphere and the people in it... wanting not to leave and at the same time wanting to know how it all turned out.\nAnd yet, I didn't love this as much as her others (but I have a feeling this one will be more appreciated with further reads perhaps). Why? The \"spark\" was there but it was (my copy is is 434 pages)\nAnd yet, I didn't love this as much as her others (but I have a feeling this one will be more appreciated with further reads perhaps). Why? The \"spark\" was there but it wasn't the same as her other works.\nThere were times when this was hard to put down, but it was also easy to put it aside as well.\nThe historical parts drew me in right away... Miss Kearsley has a gift for bringing you into the past and bringing everything to life. While I wouldn't want to live there (indoor plumbing being one reason haha), I wouldn't mind visiting to see what life was like back then.\nThe present storyline was harder for me to connect to. There were aspects I enjoyed (hearing about the Wilde House restoration, the 'ghost' aspects) but overall I was indifferent to the majority of it till later on in the book when certain things happened. A part at the end made me smile as well, though it didn't make up for my previous feelings completely (only helped some).\nLearning who one of Charley's ancestors was and making the connection to the people in the past was fun to think about. It also had me wondering who else my ancestors knew and how they got along with these people... if they knew them long, etc.\nThe history she included as well... makes you wish this stuff was taught in school as well. I certainly would have paid more attention in class. As I told my mom once, \"You find out all the good stuff after high-school is over.\"\nAll in all, would recommend. A beautiful novel still even with my quibbles, and I would love to to see her write more in this time period as well.\nSide note: Major Cover Love <3 Kudos to the designer! ...more\nMay 26, 2018 Bookworm rated it it was ok \u00b7 review of another edition\nShelves: arcs-read\n2.5 stars Oh dear...this book was disappointing for me on so many levels. It sounded incredibly intriguing and seemed to have all of my favourite elements including a fascinating historical back drop, war, romance and even a paranormal aspect. Unfortunately I found it challenging to care and engage in the plot. I will even admit there was an instance about a third of the way through in which I considered abandoning it altogether although I'm glad that I pushed on. The second half of the book pic 2.5 stars Oh dear...this book was disappointing for me on so many levels. It sounded incredibly intriguing and seemed to have all of my favourite elements including a fascinating historical back drop, war, romance and even a paranormal aspect. Unfortunately I found it challenging to care and engage in the plot. I will even admit there was an instance about a third of the way through in which I considered abandoning it altogether although I'm glad that I pushed on. The second half of the book picked up a little.\nBellewether is the name of a ship owned by one of the Wilde brothers and captained by his younger brother. Although there is reference to the Bellewether and a small plot line that focuses on the ship, most of the story is really about the history of the house owned by the Wilde's and a rumoured romance between Lydia Wilde and a French soldier that is said to have ended tragically and the source of a modern day haunting. The author uses two timelines - 1759 and present day - to build mystery and weave in a first hand account of life in the 18th century during the war between British and French colonies. I quite enjoyed the 1759 timeline - told from Lydia and Jean-philippe's POV's - but aside from the ghost element, found the modern day time line - told from Charley's perspective - to drag. Charley has her own family dysfunction and has recently been hired as a curator for the Wilde house turned museum. Charley's plot line felt one dimensional and somewhat contrived.\nIf I could pinpoint one suggestion it would be to PLEASE EDIT THIS STORY! Oh my goodness, it felt long and the descriptive prose was overwhelming. I think taking several paragraphs or pages to describe a setting or an element like a room in a house was excessive and could have been edited to a sentence or two. I felt bogged down by the unimportant detail. I wanted more focus on the characters' emotions, what made them human and their internal struggles. The war was referenced and a central theme but again I craved more historical detail of its impact on the characters. The romance was too slow with description interfering in its emotional development. I wanted to feel depth but instead felt removed and detached. And the ghost story...don't even get me started...while there was so much opportunity to invoke a little spookiness or an eerie chill, there wasn't any and it became more of an afterthought. There was a little mystery as to who the ghost was but that's as far as it went.\nI really don't like to criticize as I appreciate all of the hard work that goes into writing a book but I felt quite let down by this one. It promised big things but the execution fell flat. Not a book for those looking for strong emotional connection. May be better suited to readers who enjoy flowery narrative descriptions and a slow moving plot.\nThank you to Simon & Schuster for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review. Publication date was April 24, 2018. ...more\nApr 17, 2018 Tracey rated it it was amazing\nShelves: netgalley, top-reads-2018\n\"It's late summer, war is raging, and families are torn apart by divided loyalties and deadly secrets. In this complex and dangerous time, a young French Canadian lieutenant is captured and billeted with a Long Island family, an unwilling and unwelcome guest. Jean-Philippe de Sabran finds himself drawn to the daughter of the house. Slowly, Lydia Wilde comes to lean on Jean-Philippe, true soldier and gentleman, until their lives become intertwined. Legend has it that the forbidden love between Je \"It's late summer, war is raging, and families are torn apart by divided loyalties and deadly secrets. In this complex and dangerous time, a young French Canadian lieutenant is captured and billeted with a Long Island family, an unwilling and unwelcome guest. Jean-Philippe de Sabran finds himself drawn to the daughter of the house. Slowly, Lydia Wilde comes to lean on Jean-Philippe, true soldier and gentleman, until their lives become intertwined. Legend has it that the forbidden love between Jean-Philippe and Lydia ended tragically, but centuries later, the clues they left behind slowly unveil the true story.\"\nLet me preface my review with, I absolutely love Susanna Kearsley! This author tops my automatic buy list for Historical fiction. She is also the only author that I buy the Kindle, audible and the actual book; so, yes, I have three versions of all her books. I can honestly say I have never been so over joyed to receive an ARC, like literally full on happy dancing around my bedroom. Huge thanks to NetGalley, Sourcebooks and Susanna Kearsley for a free advanced copy for an honest review.\nMrs. Kearsley is an excellent story teller. She has a brilliant way of blending the past and the present together. \"The Bellwether\" is told through a wonderful dual timelines, present day and during the Seven Year War. I have to admit, I haven't read much if anything on this particular time period, so I was a little intrigued.\nThe story begins with Charley (Charlotte), our modern day heroine who has recently moved to the Long Island area to be the curator of the Wilde House during its historical renovation. Through this, she is trying to piece together historical facts regarding the Wilde family, more precisely Captain Wilde, who was captain of the \"Bellewether\". During this, she is told the legend regarding the only Wilde sister, Lydia and her French soldier, Jean-Philippe de Sabran. While on her fact finding mission regarding Lydia, she stumbles across an unwelcome paranormal ally (if paranormal is not your thing, don't worry this is a very minor piece to the story, but a fun one). She also stumbles across her sexy Native American contractor, Sam. Though both love stories were slow paced, they were none the less immensely beautiful!\nThe story is told between three viewpoints, Lydia, Jean-Philippe and Charley. As always with her books, I loved every minute I spent with these characters, and ended up with huge crushes on our heroes. Our heroines, Lydia and Charley were resilient, intelligent, and beautiful women. The stories were both perfect and had beautiful endings.\nJun 28, 2018 Scarlett Readz and Runz....Through Novel Time & Distance rated it liked it \u00b7 review of another edition\nThis book follows the two timeline historical fiction style that we know of previous Susanna Kearsley writings. The main characters are in the present and intermingle with those in the past. Usually it is a setting or a relative that connects the two. In this novel however, it is only the presence of a ghost that shows itself like a house ghost or a legend told.\n\"The story of the ghost has been around for generations, and every generation ads their bit to it, but I'll tell it the way I first hear This book follows the two timeline historical fiction style that we know of previous Susanna Kearsley writings. The main characters are in the present and intermingle with those in the past. Usually it is a setting or a relative that connects the two. In this novel however, it is only the presence of a ghost that shows itself like a house ghost or a legend told.\n\"The story of the ghost has been around for generations, and every generation ads their bit to it, but I'll tell it the way I first heard it from my uncle Walt-the way he heard it at his great-grandfather's knee, so he said.\"\n-Susanna Kearsley\nCharley (Charlotte) is a museum curator that just recently moved to Long Island and oversees the historical renovation of the 'Wilde House'. As she spends more time at this house and the surrounding area, she develops a keen interest in this legend she keeps hearing about that involves Captain Wilde's sister Lydia and a French soldier, Jean-Philippe.\nPiecing together the past and giving justice to historical events and people, she keeps working on unraveling the past through photographs and written documents, until she finds out her life is unraveling at the same time. Could the super handsome contractor that works at the renovation project be part of the reason or did he just happen to be there when she was in need?\n\"The house, when I first saw it, seemed intent on guarding what it knew within its walls as long as it stayed standing; but we all learned, by the end of it, that secrets aren't such easy things to keep\"\n1759, the 'Bellewether' was attacked by enemy pirates in the West Indies and brought home barely afloat for repairs. Jean-Philippe de Sabran, a captured French Canadian lieutenant gets billeted into the 'Wilde' house, where he isn't welcome, but he is needed as a worker around the house and farm. As he earns his keep and helps repair the Bellewether, he starts to fall for Lydia. Both of them know, their relationship would never be allowed as tensions during the Seven Year War are heating up and trading agreements are broken across all waters. Loyalties will be challenged and desperation leads to dangerous illegal trading around Hispaniola. As Lydia and Jean-Philippe are faced to overcome insurmountable obstacles, their legend begins to form as tragedy hits\u2026.or so it seems.\nCharley stumbles upon an important artifact that help her solve the mystery of the two lovers, as well as an important issue: Slaves.\n\"The ghost had been trying to tell me this, when he'd kept turning my painting around.\"\nSusanna Kearsley does her research! Combining historical events with characters she learns of during her research, while adding a dash of fiction, create her mysterious novels. The setting by the beach in 'Bellewether' was especially alluring with its foggy tantalizing legend that pulls you in to read more. If you enjoy these kind of books, I recommend 'Marianna'. One of my favorites of hers.\nI received a digital copy of 'Bellewether' from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. Thank you.\nFor more reviews: https:\/\/scarlettreadzandrunz.com\/\nDec 17, 2018 Mlpmom (Book Reviewer) rated it it was amazing \u00b7 review of another edition\nShelves: kindle-books\nLike so many of Kearsely's books, this was so beautifully done and told. I adore the slight paranormal elements and the back and forth through history. One of my favorites, although if I'm being honest, I love all her books so far. They are all just so well told and laid out.\nAround the Year i...: Bellewether, by Susanna Kearsley 3 16 Jan 09, 2019 01:02PM\nHistorical > Historical Fiction\nRomance > Historical Romance\nAbout Susanna Kearsley\nNew York Times, USA Today, and Globe and Mail bestselling author Susanna Kearsley is a former museum curator who loves restoring the lost voices of real people to the page, interweaving romance and historical intrigue with modern adventure.\nHer books, published in translation in more than 20 countries, have won the Catherine Cookson Fiction Prize, RT Reviewers' Choice Awards, a RITA Award, and Nat New York Times, USA Today, and Globe and Mail bestselling author Susanna Kearsley is a former museum curator who loves restoring the lost voices of real people to the page, interweaving romance and historical intrigue with modern adventure.\nHer books, published in translation in more than 20 countries, have won the Catherine Cookson Fiction Prize, RT Reviewers' Choice Awards, a RITA Award, and National Readers' Choice Awards, and have finaled for the UK's Romantic Novel of the Year and the Crime Writers of Canada's Arthur Ellis Award for Best Novel.\nShe lives near Toronto, Ontario, Canada.\n(Aka Emma Cole, a pseudonym she used for one novel, Every Secret Thing, a thriller which at the time was intended to be the first of a trilogy featuring heroine Kate Murray, and which may yet be finished, some day. Meantime, Every Secret Thing has been reissued under Kearsley's name, and the Emma Cole pseudonym is no longer in use.) ...more\nBooks by Susanna Kearsley\nTrivia About Bellewether\nQuotes from Bellewether\n\"Outside, the night was soft and fresh. There was a half-moon shining brightly in a field of stars, a glowing ring of light surrounding it, and it had made a trail across the bay that showed in places through the darker screen of trees.\nThey walked in silence, and she breathed the mingled scents of wildflowers sleeping in the shadows, and the salt air of the sea.\nHe had not let go of her hand. She did not want him to. They did not leave the clearing but at length they reached its edge, where rustling branches stretched above them and the light and noise and music of the barn seemed far away. One heart-shaped leaf fell from a nearby tree and landed on his shoulder and unthinkingly she lifted her free hand to brush it off before it marked the white coat she had worked so hard and long to clean.\nShe felt him looking down at her, and glancing up self-consciously she started to explain. And lost the words.\nAnd then he bent his head and kissed her.\nEverything around her seemed to stop, and still, and cease to matter. She could not have said how long it lasted. Not long, probably. It was a gentle kiss but at the same time fierce and sure and full of all the pent-up feelings she herself had fought these past months, and now she knew he had felt them just as she had, and had fought them, too. It was a great release to give up fighting. Give up everything, and float in the sensation.\" \u2014 1 likes\n\"Every family needs its own historian, someone to guard the stories, yes? Or else they will be lost.\" \u2014 1 likes","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"The Buckeyes have won the 2024 Football National Championship\nI have already declared that the Buckeyes have won the 2022 CFP National Championship. Also sprinkled in there, CJ stroud has won the 2022 Heisman. 60 passing TDs really set him apart from the field. Now that this upcoming season is already in the past, it is on to the future. THE Ohio State Buckeyes just became the number 1 recruiting class for 2023. So I don't even believe it is a stretch to say the Buckeyes have also won the 2024 Natty.\nOhio State recruiting the past 8 days\u2026.\n6\/20: Carnell Tate (#3 WR; #28 overall)\n6\/21: Brandon Inniss (#2 WR; #18 overall)\n6\/22: Noah Rogers (#9 WR; #50 overall)\n6\/27: Kayin Lee (#18 CB; #145 overall)\n\u2014 BuckeyePlanet (@buckeyeplanet) June 28, 2022\nOn Ryan Days way to world domination (#1 recruiting class) he stomped over those pretentious assholes from South Bend, Indiana. The Norte Dame Fighting Irish had the top spot for a while but had a lower average recruit ranking than the Buckeyes the duration of their time at the top (Buckeyes: 94.15 Fighting Potatoes: 92.72). So it is more than fair to say that Notre Dames #1 spot was fraudulent. It's also fair to say that Notre Dames 2023 recruiting class rank is very similar to how most of there football seasons finish. The fighting leprechauns start the season undefeated and finally get some respect after going 6-0. They are ranked high but all the real college football fans know the crash and burn is coming and sure as shit the crash and burn happens. They lose to some academy school or Stanford and are exposed for the real frauds they are.\nThe Catholics won't have any hype or excitement this year when the Buckeyes curb stomp them week 1 in the shoe. I know they like there new coach for now but after daddy day waxes that ass by 50 they will do what they do best and cry for a new coach. While they are in turmoil, Ohio State will be on the way to a undefeated championship season.\nNow back to the future. Ohio State secured the #1 recruiting class with three WR commitments and 4 star corner back. The wide receivers we have coming are truly something special. Brandon Inniss and Carnell Tate are both 5 stars and a nice little 4 star named Noah Rodgers. I personally am a huge fan of the new strategy of get a gun slinging QB and the three best WRs in the country. It worked pretty well last year so let's keep running that play until it doesn't work. Side note. My favorite play of all time is when Ohio State ran counter with Zeke Elliot when beating Bama. 85 yards through the heart of the south. End of side note. I am being realistic when I say the Buckeyes win the 2024 championship because I don't want to be an arrogant asshole and think we win the championship the first year with the top recruiting class. As always, I represent the rational and fair fan base of THE Ohio State Buckeyes. Go Bucks.\n\u2190 The Largest College Football NIL Deal Is Irrelevant\n\u2192 Jim Harbaugh Is The WORST","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"21 May 2013 | AR031CD\/AR031VL | album | CD | LP | digital\nGet Ready by The Hi-Fly Orchestra\n\"Although this is already our third album, recording it felt like something really fresh.\" The Hi-Fly Orchestra are excited when they talk about their new long-player \"Get Ready\". They have all rights to do so, with 12 original tracks covering a wide range from funk, brazil, soul and jazz, always in view of the groove: \"We are no scientists, we are not on a mission. We are here to make you dance.\"\nFlorian Riedl, one of the two main songwriters in the Hi-Fly Orchestra, has a story to tell about \"Get Ready\": \"We have always been a real band, right from the start in 2005. We love vintage recording techniques, all our gear crammed in one room and getting the music on tape in a jam session situation.\" The opening chords of \"Uncle Green\" already prove the point.\n\"Get Ready\" is a journey in style. Think of Lonnie Smith's immediacy and rhythmic urgency circa \"Move Your Hands\", the casual spirituality of Horace Silver with a hint of Lee Dorsey's style of turning rhythm & blues into soul, even Vince Guaraldi's versatile, comforting jazz sound is somewhere in \"Get Ready\".\n\"'Get Ready' is all about the music we love. Take the title track, for example\", Jerker Kluge, second half in Hi-Fly's songwriting team, says. \"It has that certain New Orleans feeling. The band is going loose on the rhythm, while Karl Frierson's lyrics have a conscious, social dimension to them.\" Speaking of lyrics and Frierson's appearance (widely known from his success with De-Phazz), Florian Riedl is particularly proud of their guest vocalists. Paula Morelenbaum, wife of Brazilian producer and musician legend Jaques Morelenbaum appears on \"Sambinha\": \"The little samba, as we call it, is our homage to Brazilian music. It is made for dancing. So it is kind of our motto.\" Same with \"Jequibau\", a showcase for the competent brass supplied by Florian Riedl's altosax and Johannes Herrlich's trombone. \"I Got Hope\", on the other hand, is a down-to-earth affair of a groove, featuring Julia Fehenberger, a well-known face in the lively jazz scene of Hi-Fly Orchestra's hometown Munich, moving in the right direction with the help of Chris Gall's piano. \"Brother Sun Sister Moon\" and the cool flute excursion \"Sweet And Busy\" takes us into classic dancefloor jazz territory. It's all about smooth moves here, Alexander Krampe's soothing voice will make you get down to the beat.\nFirst and foremost, though, The Hi-Fly Orchestra is a tried and tested, tight live unit. Following the release of two acclaimed albums \u2013 \"Samboogaloo\" (2007) and \"Mambo Atomico\" (2008) released on Tramp Records and a number of 7inch vinyls on renowned labels like Record Kicks or Ajabu! \u2013 the band toured extensively around Europe visiting Italy, Hungary, Belgium, Sweden und even Estonia along the way. While being serious about what they do, the fun factor is never far away: \"'Nerd's Dancefloor' looks at club culture with a smile. It's about us really, especially Jerker and me, doing weird moves on the floor. Not really what you could call a lesson in cool,\" Florian Riedl admits. \"But it has this tricky 5\/4 bar which makes it a special treat.\" Right on: The expert rhythm section of Jerker Kluge on double-bass and Hajo von Hadeln on drums knows about a smart groove. Having experienced sound experts like Jan \"Mastermix\" Krause (Beanfield, Poets Of Rhythm) on the controls and Willy L\u00f6ster (LaBrassBanda, Trikont) in the mix makes \"Get Ready\" authentic, enjoyable and very international.\nWith \"Get Ready\" the Hi-Fly Orchestra is coming home. They know what they do, where they come from and where they want to go. \"So please don't think of us a pseudo-hip, young newcomer jazz band,\" Florian Riedl asks, \"we are here to stay.\" Don't worry guys, with \"Get Ready\" the Hi-Fly Orchestra will not be misunderstood. Please meet a bunch of real musicians from the real world, spreading a real message \u2026","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Life Beyond Horizons\nlifebeyondhorizons.com\nPrayer Requests, Questions, Comments\nOn Observing the Times\nby Terry James, courtesy of Terry James Prophecy Line\nJesus looked directly and deeply into the eyes of the pious religionists and elitist-legalists (the Pharisees and Sadducees). His omniscient, penetrating, piercing, eyes saw into their very souls. These religious zealots and lawyers sought to disprove the claims by His followers that He was sent from God. They wanted Him to immediately perform a private miracle for them, thinking, no doubt, that He would fail, giving them fodder for their attacks against Him.\nJesus, in answer to their probing demands that He show them a sign to prove His commission from Heaven, said:\nJesus replied, \"When evening comes, you say, 'It will be fair weather, for the sky is red,' and in the morning, 'Today it will be stormy, for the sky is red and overcast.' You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times. (Matthew 16: 2-3 NIV)\nThe Pharisees, in particular, were supposed to know, in-depth, God's Word to Jews. Yet, these not only didn't recognize the fact that the Messiah was among them, but they also mocked Him and wanted to\u2013and eventually did\u2014kill Him.\nJesus had performed miracle after miracle. The signals were in every direction that He was who He was\u2013the very Messiah for whom all of believing Israel longed.\nRather than embracing their future King, they mocked, harassed, and ultimately murdered Him, with the help of the Roman government.\nThey wanted a \"sign\" from Him, yet He had done wonders that everyone in Israel knew about except, seemingly, these Pharisees and Sadducees who confronted Him.\nThis man of Galilee represented a threat to their authority of being religionists and legalists who ran things. They couldn't have their controlling apple cart turned upside down. Theirs was a very lucrative business, and they wanted no Messiah ruining their money-making enterprises.\nSaul of Tarsus, of course, was, before his Damascus Road experience, one of the chief prosecutors\/persecutors who sought to end the lives of those who followed Jesus\u2013the one whom religionists and legalists considered an imposter, but whom His followers believed and claimed to be Israel's Messiah.\nWe must wonder today about those, particularly among the so-called clergy\u2014who cannot or will not discern the times. These totally ignore, or refuse to accept, God's Word on things to come. They spiritualize or allegorize prophecy yet future concerning Christ's soon return to put an end to this rebellious world system.\nWould Jesus say the same to these today as he said of the religionists of that day?\n\"O ye hypocrites, ye can discern the face of the sky; but can ye not discern the signs of the times?\"\nThe Bible consists of\u2013as my friend, the late Chuck Missler, used to inform\u2014about 27 percent prophecy. Of that, approximately 14 percent is yet to be fulfilled. Yet only a very few pastors in the pulpits will touch on the prophetic portions. If they do, they spiritualize it or allegorize it to such an extent that they give their congregations little indication that these are things to come, in a literal sense. They certainly don't examine the prophetic portions about prophecies yet to be fulfilled, checking on and including issues and events of the times that are unfolding\u2013times that even a modicum of examination and exploration would divulge are absolutely ripe with prophesied things on the very cusp of taking place.\nSuch things to come are bulging at the proverbial seams, trying to burst forth.\nLooking at the political situation in America today, as well as at the moral comportment of so many, what discerner from a believer's perspective can deny that evil men and seducers are growing worse and worse?\nSeeing the battles, with the nation divided almost down the middle, who with a discerning spirit can deny that rebellion against the God of Heaven is raging, or that that same God, the Holy Spirit, is acting as never before as Restrainer against the evil that is ramping up moment by moment?\nWho that has been given discernment by that same Holy Spirit can but recognize that worldwide hatred for Israel is coming to a head, just as the prophet Zechariah foretold?\nAll prophetic signs are in process of converging at this very moment during these strange and troubling, although exciting, times; they are exciting because it all means the Lord Jesus Christ must be about to call all believers into the clouds of glory to be with Himself.\nThe believer that Jesus Christ is who God's Word says He is must be dedicated to observing these matters unfolding so near the time of His return to establish His righteous kingdom on this rebellious earth. It's time for Christians to be discerners.\nBe very careful, then, how you live\u2014not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord's will is. (Ephesians 5:15-17 NIV)\nWinter of Discontent November 3, 2022\nThe Great Divide August 16, 2021\nLove Thy Neighbor August 5, 2021\nAutocratic Gaslighting July 25, 2021\nThe First Martyr July 16, 2021\nFollow Life Beyond Horizons on WordPress.com\nWinter of Discontent\nAutocratic Gaslighting\nThe First Martyr\nMissing in Action \u2013 America in the End Times\nIn Times like These\u2026\nCancel You, Cancel Me\nIS TRUTH DEAD?\nThe Battle Line is drawn\nHappy Easter from Life Beyond Horizons Ministry Christ is Risen!!\n\"Peace, Be Still\" Peace in a Lost World\nOlder Posts and Archives\nWhat is wrong with the World?\nCOMMUNITY MISSIONS TEAM\nPathway to Salvation\nThese are the Times\nLife Beyond Horizons Blog at WordPress.com.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Home \/ Posts tagged \"environment\"\nScientology's Hollywood Cleanup Brightens Streets and Lives\nLinda Wieland\nChurch of Scientology volunteers bring happiness to the streets of Hollywood. Dirty streets are a common complaint of Hollywood residents and care of the homeless is a top concern. Volunteers from the Church...\nNashville Church of Scientology and The Way to Happiness Collaborate at Sustainable Fashion Conference\nKelly Frazier\nChurch of Scientology helping to promote sustainable living on World Environment Day. On June 5, in observation of World Environment Day, The Way to Happiness Association and the Church of Scientology...\nPope Francis Defends Environment By Attacking The Oil Industry\nPope Franics Told Oil Executives They Need To Care About The Environment Pope Francis, on June 9, warned influential oil executives and other top bosses of energy companies that the change in climate...\nWhy Catholic Women Could Transform America and The Church\nWRN Editorial Staff\nWRN Interviewed Kerry Weber, the executive editor of America Magazine, on a startling new survey of Catholic women and its implication for America Whenever we are presented with new information we have...\nMy Daughter's Words Summed Up My Whole Purpose as a Scientology Parent\nTad Reeves\nYou can learn a lot by exploring the world around you. I spend a lot of time outdoors with my kids. Some might say too much. But while there are a lot of lessons one can learn about life at school or from...\nReligious Leaders Are Protesting A Coal Mine in Australia\nReligious leaders demand environmental minister withdrawal support for coal mine. Josh Frydenberg, the federal environmental minister of Australia had a tough morning when religious leaders from different...\nPope Francis Condemns \"Populist Rhetoric\" and Stresses Need to Take Care of the Environment\nPope calls for softening up our attitudes towards immigrants; reflects on how creation is reminiscent of Christ's resurrection. The Pope's Tuesday address was devoted to the issue of immigration,...\nPope Focuses on Climate; Says It Is a Sin To Destroy Nature\nNathan Glover\nThe Supreme Pontiff urges Christians to beg for God's forgiveness for destroying the environment. In what can be called a very drastic and radical departure from traditional Catholic concepts...\nGreen Community Plan Faces Opposition from LDS Church\nAlison Lesley\nLDS opposes Mormon businessman's vision to create environmentally-friendly communities. A Mormon multimillionaire's vision of a pro-green community has been opposed strongly by the Church of Jesus...\nSpotify Launches Ad Campaign Featuring Pope Francis\nSpotify's campaign showcasing Pope Francis aims to broaden its audience to an older generation. Spotify, one of the top music-streaming services that targets the whims of music-loving millennials,...","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"National Advisory Committee\nOpen Arms' National Advisory Committee (NAC) meets three times a year. The NAC provides the Minister for Veterans and Defence Personnel with independent advice on the needs of the veteran community and how these can be addressed through Open Arms.\nEach Open Arms region holds at least two Regional Advisory Forums (RAF) annually. The forums give key stakeholders an opportunity to meet representatives of Open Arms to discuss regional service delivery issues and community needs. Issues raised from these forums are considered by the NAC.\nThe role of the National Advisory Committee (NAC) is to:\n1. Provide independent and distinctive advice to the Minister on the needs of the veteran community and the ways in which these can be delivered by Open Arms.\n2. Support Open Arms to develop programs and services that are:\nresponsive to the mental health needs of Australian veterans and their families\nbased on a health and wellness approach\ncoordinated with other mental health agencies\nconsistent with the government's mental health policy, enabling Open Arms to be a key component of the Department of Veterans' Affairs delivery of community based mental health care.\n3. Provide guidance to Open Arms on:\nissues and needs within the veteran and defence communities that impact on the delivery of Open Arms programs\nstrategic service delivery partnerships that will enable Open Arms to link with other providers in an integrated approach to mental health care.\n4. Assess and report to the Minister on the operations and quality of outcomes delivered to the veteran community through Open Arms programs.\nAppointment to the NAC is for three years. Ministerial appointments to the committee are made on the basis that while committee members may be members of interested organisations they do not serve on the committee as representatives of those organisations.\nThe NAC meets three times a year at Open Arms locations across the country. Secretariat support is provided by the Open Arms National Operations team.\nAt each meeting, the NAC facilitates and engages in consultation with the local Open Arms client community to learn first-hand about how Open Arms is serving their communities and areas for potential improvement. The NAC consolidates these learnings and uses this to inform the advice they provide to the Minister.\nYou can read the minutes from previous meetings.\nYour feedback guides Open Arms. We want and value your feedback, ideas and suggestions to ensure Open Arms continues to meet the needs of the community we serve. You can openarms.coord [at] dva.gov.au (email the NAC via the Secretariat), or:\nOpen Arms NAC Secretariat\nBrisbane QLD 4001.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Two Coto interior designers help with the\u2026\nTwo Coto interior designers help with the Philharmonic Society's House of Design\nDESIGNER BILLIARDS: Susan Wesley of Coto de Caza designed the interior of the sports bar and billiards room in the Philharmonic Society of Orange County's House of Design.\nBEDROOM ROMANTIC: Lori Hankins of Coto de Caza designed the interior of the master bedroom of the Philharmonic Society of Orange County's House of Design.\nHOUSE OF DESIGN: The Philharmonic Society's House of Design located in Crystal Cove community of Newport Coast.\nBy Mark Eades | meades@scng.com | Orange County Register\nTwo designers from Coto de Caza took part in designing the interior spaces of the 2008 Philharmonic House of Design for the Philharmonic Society of Orange County.\nThe house was developed to showcase different design techniques of members of the American Society of Interior Designers \u2013 Orange County Chapter.\nThe two designers from Coto de Caza were: Susan Wesley and Lori Hankins.\nHankins designed the master bedroom using plaster with inlaid decorative artwork as a backdrop for custom appliqu\u00e9d and embroidered drapery and pillows to create a romantic setting.\nWesley worked on the sports bar and billiard room. Behind the antique billiards table Wesley commissioned and original piece of art by Sandra Jones to compliment the gaming setting.\nRevenues raised by visitor admission fees go towards funding the Philharmonic Society's Youth Program.\nThe house is located in the prestigious Crystal Cove custom home community of Newport Coast.\nContact the writer: meades@ocregister.com or 949-454-7352\nMark Eades\nMark Eades is currently a multi-media reporter for the Orange County Register. He has covered the theme park industry since 2009. He has also covered breaking news and for three years, covered Orange County's canyons and the community of Coto de Caza. Prior to working at the Orange County Register, he worked at the Orange County Newschannel for nearly five years. Prior to that he worked as a writer and producer in the theme park design business. In fact, he was a Disney Imagineer from 1982 to 1993 where he worked on many projects for Disneyland and Walt Disney World.\nFollow Mark Eades\t@markaaedes","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Enthusiast Specials Offer Rare View Of The Churnet Valley\n10\/05\/2012 (7 years ago) Offers, Events\nPassengers on the Churnet Valley Railway are in for a rare treat when the heritage attraction runs Enthusiast Specials on four days later this month.\nThe special trains will offer the chance to travel along the line south of Froghall to Oakamoor as well as making a return trip to Cauldon Lowe, a 30-mile journey in total. The CVR's resident heritage Dieseul Multiple Unit (DMU) will be used for the excursions offering unrestricted views of the line.\nThe excusions will be operated over two weekends, Saturday & Sunday May 19 & 20, and May 26 & 27, with the special trains departing Kingsley & Froghall Station at either 10:10or 13:25 each day.\nCVR Chairman Anthony Hancock said the excursions were being organised to give shareholders and visitors the chance to experience the full extent of the Railway's current track. \"Our services normally terminate at Kingsley & Froghall although the track continues down the valley towards Oakamoor. This is a very rare opportunity to enjoy quite a secluded part of the Churnet Valley \u2013 very few people have seen that section of the track and certainly not travelled along it.\"\nAfter Oakamoor section, the excursions will head up through the Churnet Valley to Leekbrook and then join the recently restored Cauldon branch to take the comparatively steep incline onto moorland towards Ipstones and finally Cauldon Lowe.\n\"It will be the longest round-trip the Railway has offered and a taster for even bigger things to come in the future,\" Mr Hancock added.\nChurnet Valley Railway's normal passenger timetable will also operate over both weekends, including stops at Consall and Cheddleton Stations.\nTicket prices for the special excursions are adults \u00a320, children \u00a312 (no concessions.\nNorth Staffordshire Railway Company Awar...\nChildren Free Over May Bank Holiday","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Home SEND SENCo Trainee teachers rate SEN as one of poorest aspects of their training\nSENCo, Teacher Training\nTrainee teachers rate SEN as one of poorest aspects of their training\nBy Tania Tirraoro October 23, 2014 August 20, 2020\nLearning how to teach children with special educational needs is one of the lowest-rated aspects of teacher training for primary school trainees, according to new statistics.\nThe Newly Qualified Teachers Annual Survey 2014 reveals that of the 2,883 primary-trained NQTs in the last year, 40% rated this aspect of their training as good (40%) and 24% as very good. The two figures of 64% compares to 68% in the 2013 survey, described in the report as a, \"small but statistically significant decrease.\" This difference relates mostly to good ratings, with a decrease of five percentage points although over time, since 2010, there is an increase in the proportion of positive responses to this question.\nFrom The Annual Survey of Teacher Training 2014\nThose training for teaching in Higher Education were the least likely to say that their training was good which is concerning, considering the fact that the new Education, Health and Care Plan doesn't cover HE. And, although the cuts to DSA have been put on hold until after the election (as if we're fooled by that), there is no guarantee that the next government won't shred it to pieces as soon as they think the coast is clear.\nThis means that SEND students who have successfully achieved GCSEs, A-levels and university entry, will not only to miss out on statutory support that a peer who has chosen a paid apprenticeship will have, they will also be taught by lecturers who don't know how to identify or support them.\nSome primary school teacher trainees commented that not enough time was given by their training provider to prepare them to teach children with special educational needs, while others did not have the necessary experience in their placement schools.\n\"Aware of P levels on training. However felt totally unprepared on how to plan and set work for SEN children.\" (SCITT, postgraduate)\n\"The thing that has let me down most with the training was not knowing enough about intervention strategies and dealing with SEN. We had 3 major sessions at college but it wasn't practical enough in helping you deal with 6 SEN children with very different needs in a class of 29 with very little TA support!\"\n\"The school I trained at had a low level of SEN too which meant I wasn't exposed to this in a major way.\" (EBITT, postgraduate)\n\"A real lack of compulsory training on special educational needs in [this area], especially when considering the significant proportion of sen in [this area]\" (HEI, undergraduate)\n\"Perhaps more extra workshops on topics such as SEN and EAL with practical examples of how to help these pupils in your class.\" (HEI, postgraduate)\n\"I ticked satisfactory for some points on Standard 5 because neither of my placements allowed me to teach children in these groups. I am aware that we experienced one day in different SEN and EAL schools to provide this opportunity, however don't feel that this was sufficient time to prepare me.\" (HEI, postgraduate)\nHowever some trainees responded with positive comments about the strength of their training and support offered in placements. One in partiular had had training in an SEN school:\n\"School placement in SEN school for 3 weeks at the end of the final placement has totally altered my career! This was a outstanding opportunity and should be made compulsory, so more people have understanding and knowledge of how to work with pupils with sen\/ behaviour.\" (HEI, postgraduate)\n\"The specialist training received as part of the [SCITT] was particularly strong and relevant to my current role. Both [trainers], who delivered much of the SEN training, provided a high level of expertise and were also very supportive. amount of time spent on placement was also very useful and I feel there was a good amount of time spent both in schools and in the classroom. The opportunity to train in a special school was particularly useful and has had a great impact on my success in my current role as a special needs teacher. (SCITT, postgraduate)\nThe reason, clearly, that these two trainees had so much positive to say is that they actually trained in special schools so it would be astonishing if they didn't gain good experience! In fact, the first positive commenter said that s\/he feels it should be compulsory!\nThis information is timely as feedback is currently being considered from a DfE consultation on Initial Teacher Training that closed last month. It's to be hoped that a bright spark at the DfE will notice these findings, flag them up and actually do something about them. Just in case, this is it being flagged up! (Of course, I'm not a bright young thing, I'm just a gnarly old SEND parent, so what do I know?\nHow do you think ITT should be changed to be more suitable for teaching children and young people with SEND?\nTania Tirraoro\nFounder, Co-Director at Special Needs Jungle\nFounder of Special Needs Jungle. (She\/Her) Parent of two young adults with autism. New grandma. Tania, who is autistic, is a leading SEND advisor, working with the Special Education Consortium, Ofsted, and Whole School SEND. She is also an Advisory Board member of the Royal Holloway, University of London Centre of Gene and Cell Therapy and an Editorial Board member of Springer Nature Gene Therapy journal.\nTania is an experienced broadcast and print journalist & author. She also runs a PR, web & social media consultancy, SocialOro Media.\nTania is a rare disease & chronic pain patient advocate with Ehlers Danlos syndrome.\nLatest posts by Tania Tirraoro (see all)\nWhy the SEND Review MUST extend EHCPs to disabled students in higher education - January 6, 2022\nSensory, inclusive, accessible theatre fun for all - December 15, 2021\nThe great SNJ Christmas cheer GIVEAWAY! - December 7, 2021\nAuthor: Tania Tirraoro\nFounder of Special Needs Jungle. (She\/Her) Parent of two young adults with autism. New grandma. Tania, who is autistic, is a leading SEND advisor, working with the Special Education Consortium, Ofsted, and Whole School SEND. She is also an Advisory Board member of the Royal Holloway, University of London Centre of Gene and Cell Therapy and an Editorial Board member of Springer Nature Gene Therapy journal. Tania is an experienced broadcast and print journalist & author. She also runs a PR, web & social media consultancy, SocialOro Media. 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{"text":"Home > Publicly Accessible Penn Dissertations > 184\nThe Intelligible Creator-God and the Intelligent Soul of the Cosmos in Plato's Theology and Metaphysics\nJason G. Rheins, University of PennsylvaniaFollow\nCharles H. Kahn\nSusan Sauv\u00e9 Meyer\nThird Advisor\nPaul D. Guyer\nJason G. Rheins\nCharles H. Kahn and Susan Sauv\u00e9 Meyer\nWhen Plato discusses the World-soul, cosmic intellect (nous), and the Demiurge, he approaches them theologically, i.e. as being the subjects of an account of the nature of the gods, but few works in the last half-century or more have addressed the 'players' in Plato's theology as such. The major strata in the hierarchy of divine beings were referred to in the Neo-Platonist tradition as \"hypostases\". My question is this: between intellect, the World-soul, the Demiurge, and even the Forms how many hypostases did Plato posit, what were their nature, and what overall functions did they play in his philosophical system?\nI analyze Plato's various accounts of those divine things that are immanent in the world of change (e.g. the World-soul) and those that are said to be transcendent intelligibles (e.g. the Forms and the Demiurge) in order to determine what Plato's gods are, and what roles they play in his system. I examine the entire Platonic corpus, but I focus on Plato's late dialogues, in which theology and cosmology receive considerably more extensive and significant treatment than they do in his earlier works. My central texts are the Philebus, Timaeus, and book X of the Laws, supplemented secondarily by the Phaedo, Phaedrus, Republic, Statesman, and Epistle VII. I also make cautious use of the testimonia regarding Plato's so-called \"unwritten doctrines\".\nThe invention of the World-soul is revealed to be Plato's way of instantiating intellect in the cosmos in order to suit the demands of his natural and moral philosophy, while his esoteric account of the Demiurge resolves any tensions between his immanent theology and his metaphysics, and suggests, semi-literally, the role that timeless, intelligible goodness plays in organizing the sensible world of change.\nRheins, Jason G., \"The Intelligible Creator-God and the Intelligent Soul of the Cosmos in Plato's Theology and Metaphysics\" (2010). Publicly Accessible Penn Dissertations. 184.\nhttps:\/\/repository.upenn.edu\/edissertations\/184\nAncient Philosophy Commons, History of Philosophy Commons, History of Religion Commons, History of Science, Technology, and Medicine Commons, Metaphysics Commons, Religious Thought, Theology and Philosophy of Religion Commons","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Cops offer amnesty on guns\nCayman News | 03\/05\/2010\n(CNS): Local police are offering a window of opportunity for people in the Cayman Islands to bring in their illegally held guns without fear of prosecution for one month. Starting on 10 May and continuing until Thursday 10 June residents have chance to hand in unlicensed, unwanted and illegal guns or ammunition to George Town, West Bay, Bodden Town and Cayman Brac police stations. They can also call for police to collect weapons or reveal the whereabouts ofhidden guns without revealing their identity. The campaign was announced by the commissioner with support from Dorlisa Ebanks (left), the mother of 4 year-old gun victim Jeremiah Barnes.\nPolice are hoping that those who know where weapons are will hand them in and save lives.\nUnveiling the campaign poster, which calls for people to help cut gun crime in Cayman, as well as reminding them of the ten-year prison sentence for possession of unlicensed firearms, Police Commissioner David Baines said it was about making the community safer. He pointed out too that ten years is a long time away from friends and family and by handing in weapons people in the community who knew where guns were hidden could save a loved one from a long prison sentence or more importantly save their lives.\n\"The fact is that too many young lives have been lost to gun crime in Cayman and too many guns are available on our streets for use by gang members,\" Baines added. \"Thankfully over the past few weeks the number of gun related incidents has reduced dramatically. The decrease is due to a number of things; more police officers on the streets; increased use of armed officers; and the fact that so many of the suspected gunmen are now in custody.\"\nHe admitted, however, that there was still work to do to stop guns falling into the hands of criminals and take the lethal weapons off the streets. \"This is your chance to help us do that. This is our chance to work together and help cut gun crime in Cayman. We need to stop the destruction of communities, families and of innocent lives \u2013 lives like little Jeremiah Barnes.\"\nAppealing for people to back the campaign and play their part in making Cayman's streets safer, Dorlisa Ebanks said she commended the initiative, and while there was no going back for her baby, she asked the community to play its part and try to prevent another family from going through the same tragedy that hers was now living.\n\"If you have suspicions or know about weapons tell the police they need your assistance to fight this,\" she said, adding that there were no words to describe how she felt. \"If you think it can't happen to you, think again. I thought that it couldn't happen to me,\" Ebanks said as she called on people to bring in the guns. \"Lets all make a start on stopping gun violence. Please, if you have guns in your house hand them into the police, if you know someone who has a gun ask them to hand it in. We need to stop the gangs getting their hands on these weapons and stop more innocent children being killed.\"\nSuperintendent Marlon Bodden. who was also part of the campaign launch, pointed out that reducing the number of guns on the streets limits the access of criminals. He warned that once the amnesty was over those who did not take advantage of the opportunity would find that the police would be carrying out major proactive operations after the amnesty to crack down on gun possession.\nBodden said police would be working harder than ever to ensure investigations would be airtight and those illegally possessing firearms would face a ten year sentences.\nGiven that ten people have been the victim of fatal shootings in the last 18 months, Bodden said now was the right time to offer an amnesty before the crack down begins.\nThe police also confirmed that while the identity of those bringing the guns would be protected the weapons themselves would still be investigated for any connection to crime. Bodden explained it was not a blanket amnesty on crime but individuals who were not involved in shooting anyone but had access to illegal guns could feel secure that they could bring the weapons in anonymously with no questions asked.\n\"Following the recent rise in gun crime, many members of the public made it clear that they would support us in our efforts to get the guns off the streets. This is your chance to do that by getting involved in the amnesty. If you have a gun hand it in, if you don't please get involved by persuading friends and family who have the guns to comply with the amnesty. You may be saving a life,\" Bodden added\nPolice said that the last amnesty produced around twenty illegal weapons and they hoped to get a significant number of the streets again. This amnesty is being run and managed by the RCIPS and is not in conjunction with Rotary as on past occasions. There are no financial incentives just the removal of a threat of prosecution for unlawful possession but those that bring the guns to the police station's secure boxes. Bodden also told people to take great care with any weapons they were bringing to stations.\nThe senior police officers said that while they hoped this presented an opportunity for the friend and family of gang memebrs to turn in guns, it was also aimed at families or individuals who may have once had licenses that have elapsed but still have the weapons to bring them in without fear of getting in to trouble.\nAt the campaign launch, police revealed just some of the weapons that have been seized in Cayman as part of various investigations and discoveries. The weapons ranged from tiny hand guns to automatic pistols. Baines said that all of the firearms, despite their size, could be fatal. The commissioner also said he wanted to see people bring in fake guns as well, which may not kill people, but help in the execution of crime, and can still create real fear in those facing an imitation weapon \u2014 many of which are impossible to distinguish.\nAnyone who wishes to take part in the amnesty should take their guns and ammunition along to the nominated police stations. The guns and ammunition should be deposited in the secure lock boxes at these locations. You do not have to give your name or any other personal details to police. The amnesty will operate 7 days a week from 7.00 am. until 7.00 pm.\nAnyone with information about gun crime, or who knows of anyone who has unlicensed or illegal weapons is asked to call their local police station, the RCIPS confidential tipline 949-7777 or Crime Stoppers on 800-8477 (TIPS).\nCategory: Headline News\nDorlisa Ebanks says:\nI hope and pray that everyone will support the Gun Amnesty Programme. If a gun is obtained illegally its fair enough to say that its purpose is for destruction. I encourage thepeople of the Cayman Islands to cease this opportunity and rid Cayman's streets of these weapons.\nWhat is your 10 year plan? Having knowledge of such puts you in the same seat as the possessor. You never know, the life you save might just be yours. Persons who possess these weapons and have cruel intentions, I suggest to revert to the Lord. Read Proverbs chap 3 and realize you must fear God and depart from evil. Look at the BIG picture!\nWhere is the Love? Why are we killing one another? This is the first time in history a murder of a baby has taken place and let it be the last.\nAlso, parents need to show more interest in their child\/children. Raise them up with Chritian morals and principles. Care about the company they hang with and what they do on a daily basis. Long story short, love them and if they are headed in the wrong direction you must intervene. Let not your child bring you SHAME.\nThis gun violence has to STOP and it begins with YOU. Do your part! I commend the Police for initiating this programme as it is very much needed at this time.\nAvoid losing a love one whether its by death or prison. No one on Cayman knows how I feel and lets pray that no one will!\n\"Cayman Let's Do Som'um Nah\"\nI am actually aware of somebody who did contact the police a while ago and handed in a gun that did not belong to that person but they knew it was on the streets and could possibly be used. The person got no reward (and indeed, didn't ask for one) and was not necessarily the type of person you would think would do something like this. Maybe people like Monday 23.41 should not be so cynical \u2013 even one gun handed in can make a difference. I applaud the police for being open to dialogue and trying to break down the 'them' and 'us' barrier. Every little helps.\nGun amnesty may work as some criminals will hand in guns (or have someone hand them in) that have been used in crimes to get rid of the gun and the evidence.\nNo problem with this program however this firearm inspection for legal weapons is seriously lacking many gun owners have to wait long periods to get their guns licenced must be deliberate????? Once again we see in Caymanian Compass today the credibilty of the RCIPS again called into question to the tone of a CI$140,000 judgement these situations damages the trust of the public and the threatening tone of Superintendent Boddens statements about the consequences of failing to comply with the law and his \"Airtight comment\" has little weight when you consider the recent case in the Grand Court. I find his statements very unhelpful and hypocritical as it was under his watch and strategic leadership and overview that Cayman has seen the worse Gun violence and murder rate in the history of these islands. Just another Songbird\nWaste of time says:\nStudies have shown gun amnesties have no crime reduction impact. They create good TV or new coverage for law enforcement and an emotional outlet for anti-crime protesters. That is it.\nThe two most effective crime reduction steps are increased police resources and increased sentencing.\nPolice resources in larger countries generally means more police but here it may mean greater investment in forensic facilities and trained forensic officers as detection and conviction rates are so low \u2013 it appears that Cayman prosecutors have a superburden to persuade Cayman juries.\nSentencing means more time in jail pure and simple. And it works because while criminals are \"in there\" they are not \"out here\" committing crimes. It has surprisingly little to do with the deterrent effect \u2013 although every gut feeling says it should. So we should worry less about the \"Hotel Northward\" issue and more about longer sentencing.\nCayman seems so peaceful again, seems like most of the serious criminals are locked down. We hope that while being incarcerated that they will rethink their lives and perhaps ask repentance too from our Heavenly Father. Most of our Cayman boys are coming from good back ground and had good training so it shouldnt be difficult for them to make a change.We will pray for all of them to give their hearts to the Lord before his return, which seems to be very near.\nThe problem with gun amnestys is that like here in the UK all the \"GOOD\" people hand in their guns and all the \"BAD\" guys keep theirs!!. A number of years ago they made owning handguns illegal in the UK, now the only people with them are \"CRIMINALS\"!!!!!.\nCan the Government take a tougher stand on domestic violence? It appears to be on the increase.\nI agree that more should be done about domestic violence. The big problem is that the big fish in Cayman seems to be the biggest culprits. Some of these men that we hold so high in our Society are the worst ones.\nThe last time they asked for guns to be handed in they were given a cash reward for doing so, they then went out and put that cash towards cash they already had to buy new guns . be aware.\nWe are talking about people having knowledge of someone owning a gun, I am sure that without a big reward that they are not going to come forward with that information without a BIG reward being offered. Thats the key to collect those guns. Before Customs etc was not as knowledgeable but now that they are more aware it wont be as easy to bring in more guns.\nIf the guns are going to be investigated and for some reason the police have evidence that the gun was used in some sort of crime, what would be done in that situation, being that they are not taking names or personal details?\nI asked our politicians about this when the first string of gun violence cropped up. A few of them said it was up to the Governor and the Police commissioner for an amnesty to happen. I'm glad they are making this move and hope that it gets most of the guns off our streets. I mentioned it to a few people and some said it was pointless because the people who use these guns to commit crimes have them with purpose. My response, call me naive, but even thugs have a change of heart.\nI would really like to see both the UDP and PPM getting behind this. Step up folks!\nWings, Like Arms, Spread Wide says:\nI applaud this effort and sincerely hope that it gets a lot of the guns off the streets. If only more people would take the time to follow through and hand in illegal weapons, especially guns and ammunition.\nOne thing I think that deters a lot of people is that the Police treat them like seasoned criminals and tend to seek them out, rather than just accept that this individual has just helped you take one step closer to the goal of a crime free country.\nbradley says:\n\"Put your sword back in its place. For all who draw the sword will die by the sword.\" \u2013 Jesus\nMost of us think that the guns are only coming in from Jamaica , but this is totally wrong. What about Honduras. By the way the Deputy Premier is now gone to Honduras and we understand that it is an official visit. Well in this case we hope that it is to deal with problems like this.HA HA HA.\nDennie Warren Jr. says:\nBy \"its place\" Jesus meant within its sheath on his disciple's side, because the net effect of the disciple's action was an attempt to prevent Jesus from going to the cross, and that was not God's plan.\nJesus said in Like 22:36 \"\u2026he who has no sword, let him sell his garment and buy one.\"\nAh says:\nThe weapons lobby's spin on the bible written by Christian Friends of the 2nd Amendment.\nGive me a break Dennie!!! Another example how people try to suggest meaning to God's word for their own agenda! You ought to be ashamed of yourself!!\nIt was God's plan for Jesus to die on the cross. So, if anyone had, including the disciples used any device (swords included) to stop Jesus from dying on the cross, that person would have been working against God's plan. If you do not understand that, you do not understand the gospel of Jesus the Christ. Therefore, Jesus was not saying owning swords are wrong, but that using a sword to stop him (Jesus) from being crucified on the cross is an action which is contrary to God's plan.\n\u00ab German man 'marries' his dying cat\nTax question still unanswered \u00bb\nCategories Select Category About CNS Library Business Christmas appeal Crime Documents Election 2009 Finance FOI Government Oversight Headline News Health Laws Library Local Business Local News Obituaries Politics Science and Nature Special Reports Sports Technology Tourism Uncategorized Viewpoint World News World View\nhttp:\/\/archive.caymannewsservice.com\n\u00a9 2021 http:\/\/archive.caymannewsservice.com. All rights reserved. Theme by Solostream.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"EU: Austria, Enlargement Discussed On Summit's First Day\nBy Ahto Lobjakas\nEU leaders have begun their two-day summit in Feira, Portugal. No major decisions are expected, but RFE\/RL correspondent Ahto Lobjakas reports that the major issues facing the EU are whether to continue sanctions against Austria and what reforms will be necessary to prepare for enlargement.\nFeira, 19 June 2000 (RFE\/RL) -- EU leaders gathered in Feira, Portugal, today to wrap up the Portuguese term of the EU's rotating presidency. The agenda of the two-day meeting includes some fundamental issues.\nThe most immediate questions that faced the summit today concerned Austria. First, there is the question of the political sanctions imposed on Austria earlier this year by its 14 EU partners in response to the inclusion in the governing coalition of Joerg Haider's extreme-right Freedom Party. The question is not on the agenda of the Feira summit, and officials here say it is not going to be officially debated. But Austria is keen to raise the question whenever possible.\nAustrian Foreign Minister Benita Ferrero-Waldner today said Austria wants the EU to offer a mutually acceptable compromise solution before the Portuguese presidency ends on 30 June. Such a compromise did not seem very likely today, as Portuguese Secretary of State Francisco Seixas da Costa told journalists the boycott would be ended if Austria gives its partners \"enough reason.\" France and Belgium -- the countries leading the boycott -- have repeatedly said the only condition for the lifting of sanctions is the departure of the Freedom Party from Austria's government.\nAustria was also in the limelight today as the main stumbling block on the road to solving a complex controversy regarding attempts to coordinate EU tax policy. EU officials say Austria has objective technical reasons to block a compromise. Behind the scenes, however, Austria's intransigence is seen as a sign that Austria is willing to block EU decision-making if political sanctions are not lifted soon.\nMuch of the debate today at Feira was dominated by the future of the EU. The most obvious aspect of this future for many countries outside the EU -- enlargement -- was not in itself a major item. Most officials say EU countries are committed to enlargement and wish to see the necessary reforms for enlargement agreed on by the end of the year.\nBut what will those reforms entail? It is becoming increasingly clear to many member countries that an enlarged EU of 27 or 28 member countries will have to lose something of its present levels of cohesion and integration.\nThe desire is therefore growing within the EU to discover, before enlargement actually takes place, where its present members really want to go. This has prompted a whole rash of initiatives, ranging from attempts to define the EU's core values to attempts to establish an inner circle of closer EU integration for certain countries.\nBoth themes cropped up today. Before lunch, the EU heads of government were presented with the results of the work done so far on the Fundamental Charter of Rights. Portugal's Secretary of State Seixas da Costa, representing the EU presidency, today said member countries have very different views on the charter. Some, like France and Italy, want to see the new charter incorporated into EU law, and to eventually become an EU constitution. Others, like Britain and the Scandinavian countries, feel the charter should not replace national constitutions and should have a purely declaratory role. A decision is not expected before the end of the French presidency in December.\nThe issue of faster integration for some member countries -- or \"closer cooperation,\" as EU documents now refer to it -- took up most of the afternoon discussion. The summit will probably decide to include the issue of closer cooperation in the EU's internal reforms project. Once there, it will form one of its most controversial components for the EU and candidate countries alike.\nEU members who are less willing to integrate than others fear that closer cooperation will lead to the creation of a European federation and swamp national sovereignty. EU candidates, on the other hand, fear that closer cooperation will create barriers within the EU, so that even after accession they could still be left outside important areas of cooperation.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Home \u00bb Turning the Corner on Cancer: Kentucky oncologists are encouraged by the impact of immunotherapies especially on lung cancer, a disease in which the state has the worst incidence rate in the nation.\nJessica Merriman\nTurning the Corner on Cancer: Kentucky oncologists are encouraged by the impact of immunotherapies especially on lung cancer, a disease in which the state has the worst incidence rate in the nation.\nBy Jeff McDanald\nCancer is a major killer of Americans, second only to cardiovascular disease. And sadly, Kentucky's cancer portrait is even darker.\nThe Bluegrass State leads the nation in cancer incidence and deaths per 100,000 people, bleak statistics complicated by tobacco use and other unhealthy lifestyles.\nOur hospitals have their work cut out for them and are rallying to overcome this disparity with strategies for increased access to services for prevention, early detection, and high-quality treatment.\nFor Kentucky's cancer treatment centers, the present is a time of innovation and even transformation. As one oncologist said about an emerging treatment, \"It wasn't long ago we were saying it's not hype, but it's hope. Today it's not hype, it's reality.\"\nManageable chronic illness?\nAt the University of Louisville Brown Cancer Center, doctors are seeing improved cancer survival rates with the use of immune checkpoint inhibitors, a class of immunotherapy that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved for front-line lung cancer treatment.\nThe findings are especially encouraging since lung cancer accounts for the largest category of cancer-related deaths in the United States and Kentucky is a national leader in lung cancer deaths.\n\"When I started 20 years ago, lung cancer patients lived somewhere between six and 10 months,\" said Dr. Jason Chesney, director of the Brown Cancer Center. \"You would see new patients and try to prolong their lives for a year or a half a year and try to maintain a high quality of life, but with the expectation that they were going to be dead by the end of the year.\"\nThat is no longer the case.\n\"Today these immunotherapies are truly transformative,\" Chesney said. \"And it is truly transforming cancer from a disease that used to kill people within months to a chronic disease that's not going to be very different from high blood pressure or diabetes in a few short years.\"\nAfter years of clinical trials, the oncologist said this class of immunotherapy drugs is really making headway.\n\"The big, exciting thing that's happened is that we now have the ability to have a tumor agnostic approach to treating cancer, which is unheard of,\" Chesney said. \"For example, today you've got lung cancer, and you're going to be seen by a lung cancer team.\"\n\"Well, it turns out with immunotherapy that it doesn't care where the origin of the cancer is so much\u2014head and neck or melanoma or bladder,\" he said. \"What matters most is how many mutations it has. And now the FDA this summer for the first time ever approved a drug for the treatment of any type of cancer depending on how many mutations it has. The first ever tumor agnostic approval that can be used for any type of cancer.\"\n\"Living therapy\" targets lymphoma\nA cutting-edge therapy for lymphoma patients known as CAR-T is in clinical trials at Louisville's Norton Cancer Institute.\n\"It's an incredible advance in the world of oncology,\" said Dr. Don Stevens, an oncologist with the Norton Cancer Institute. \"With CAR-T therapy\u2013and this is the exciting part\u2013it seems like 50-60% of patients who otherwise would not have the hope of cure now have long-term disease control and possibly cure.\"\nIn CAR-T therapy, patients donate their own T cells, a type of immune cell that is normally responsible for fighting infection. The cells are harvested using a process called pheresis, the same process donors undergo at a blood center when donating platelets.\nThe harvested T cells are then genetically engineered and processed so they then can be reintroduced into the patient to help fight their cancer.\n\"The treatment is one infusion, a single dose. Then we follow patients after that,\" Dr. Stevens said. \"That's the reason we call it a living drug: Unlike a chemotherapy drug that can be out of your system in 24 hours, these cells can persist in patients for months.\"\nAccording to FDA guidelines, participants in the clinical trials are generally drawn from those who have failed to respond to first and then second courses of standard chemotherapy.\n\"The clinical trials have dealt mostly with lymphoma patients,\" Stevens said, adding that the same technique could be used in pediatric leukemia or prostate cancer.\n\"The whole concept of cellular therapy is one that has been talked about and investigated for many years,\" Stevens said. \"This is not an overnight sensation, but we are excited to see it come to fruition.\"\nSmart bombs vs. bunker busters\nTo meet the rising demand for cancer care, St. Elizabeth Healthcare opened its 250,000-s.f. cancer center in Edgewood to patients in October 2020. The Northern Kentucky facility has the ability to treat nearly 500 patients a day.\nThe Center for Precision Medicine and Genomic Health is a dedicated unit within the new facility that focuses on early detection, looking for genetic mishaps that might pose risks and running cutting-edge clinical trials.\n\"We have now been able to unravel the human genome to an extent that was previously impossible,\" said Dr. Douglas Flora, executive director of oncology services for St. Elizabeth Healthcare. \"It's very common now that if you have an advanced lung cancer, we will send off sequencing of the (tumor) gene looking for the mutations that caused the growth.\n\"We are looking at treating even advanced lung cancer with targeted therapeutics that are more like smart bombs than the traditional bunker busters when we use chemo therapeutics,\" Flora said. \"It's really a much more targeted, much more refined strategy exploiting weaknesses in the cancer's defense system at the molecular level.\"\nThis strategy was unknown 20 years ago.\n\"When I was a trainee in the early 2000s, all lung cancer or colon cancer patients were essentially treated with the same chemotherapy,\" Flora said. \"It was a very broad brush stroke. Now I have a much better picture of my adversary, and I can design a much more intelligent strategy to attack it than I previously could, and with amazing results compared to what we used to be able to do.\"\nUnlocking DNA secrets to fight cancer\nAt St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, doctors are using PD1 inhibitors, a type of immune therapy that allows the immune system to recognize and destroy cancer cells.\n\"Cancer cells are very good at evading the immune system,\" said Dr. Jessica Croley, medical director for cancer care services at St. Joseph Hospital. \"These PD1 inhibitors basically remove that cloaking mechanism and let your immune system recognize the cancers cells as foreign.\"\nMany patients qualify for the immune therapy as a front-line treatment.\n\"That means they don't have hair loss and they don't have much nausea compared to traditional chemo-therapy,\" Dr. Croley said. \"Less than 10% of patients have serious complications on immune therapy, so they are a much more effective and less toxic option.\"\nMany patients are benefitting from St. Joseph Hospital's recent partnership with the Cleveland Clinic, which is consistently ranked as one of the nation's top cancer hospitals by U.S. News and World Report.\n\"It's probably the most exciting addition to our cancer program,\" Croley said. \"If patients have challenging cases or simply want a second opinion, we're able to present the case, both the pathology to look at the slides and the cancer diagnosis, as well as all the imaging. We get that high level of expertise, and it's really had a remarkable impact here.\"\nKentucky's 10 Largest Hospitals: Based on total licensed beds\nManaging Medicaid: 2020 has been a year full of changes for Kentucky Medicaid providers\nBetter Imaging, Better Treatments: Latest developments in medical imaging in Kentucky\nStronger Together: Information sharing among 50-hospital Kentucky Health Collaborative improves care and cuts costs\nTaking on Lung Cancer in Kentucky: In a year brimming with bad news, there is some good news to report regarding lung cancer trends.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Diversions Front Page Health\nCompany discovers how to make food from thin air\n'Unlimited protein source free from agricultural limitations and boundaries of imagination'\nBy WND News Services\n(Polyarch) Don't think it's possible to make something out of nothing? This Finnish company may prove you wrong. They've discovered how to make food from thin air and their discovery may help solve the global food crisis.\nSolar Foods is the Food Tech company behind the discovery. Their invention, Solein, is a protein powder that is made using carbon dioxide, water, and electricity.\nThe company describes the product as an 'unlimited protein source that is free from agricultural limitations and the boundaries of the imagination.'\nWND News Services\nThese reports are produced by another news agency, and the editors of WND believe you'll find it of interest.\nGay club claims Buttigieg campaign scrapped fundraiser due to 'dancer pole'\nNow we know who decided to release Strzok and Page's text messages\nMSNBC's body-language 'expert' says Bernie was lying","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Home \u00bb Drama \u00bb Jenna Coleman's 'The Cry' is a far cry from Jenna Coleman's 'Victoria' \u2026 sort of\nJenna Coleman's 'The Cry' is a far cry from Jenna Coleman's 'Victoria' \u2026 sort of\nOn: September 16, 2018, By: Bill Young\nWhile no one in their right mind will draw a correlation between Jenna Coleman's portrayal of Queen Victoria and her role as Joanna in the forthcoming BBC adaptation of Helen Fitzgerald's novel, The Cry, on the surface they both seem to show a young woman trapped in her own nightmare of motherhood. Obviously, while Victoria does struggle a bit with the confines of motherhood, she does get to fall back on the fact she's The Queen so that's pretty much where the similarities come to an end and it becomes quite clear the roles are starkly different.\n\u00a9 BBC\/SYNCHRONICITY\/LACHLAN MOORE\nColeman (Death Comes to Pemberley, Doctor Who, Victoria) and Top of the Lake: China Girl's Ewen Leslie star as married couple Joanna and Alistair, who make the long journey from Scotland to Australia to visit family and fight for custody of the Alistair's daughter, Chloe, against his Australian ex-wife, Alexandra.\nBut during a stop on a remote roadside outside of Melbourne, the couple's own baby son Noah suddenly goes missing in a small rural town in Australia. The Cry tells the story of what happens next as Joanna and Alistair desperately search for Noah. Unfortunately for Joanna, public scrutiny of their collapsing marriage ensues and her psychological state disintegrates leading to public exchanges such as \"I need you to stop lying to me,\" she tells him, as he responds with: \"You are out of control!\"\nFilmed on location in Glasgow and Melbourne ahead of production getting under way for the third series of Victoria, The Cry's ensemble cast features several familiar faces from Australia and Scotland, including X-Men Origins: Wolverine star Asher Keddie as Alistair's ex-wife Alexandra, The Crown's Stella Gonet as Alistair's mother Elizabeth and Neighbours' Alex Dimitriades.\nThe Cry will air on BBC One in the UK and ABC in Australia.\nIn: Drama\n'The Crown' S2 gets a new trailer and a December release date\nFirst extended look at 'Victoria' \u2014 coming January 2017 to PBS\nThe Queen and Almonzo reunite as filming begins on S2 of 'Victoria'\n'Victoria' \u2013 Series 2 First look!\nFirst extended look at 'Victoria' \u2013 coming January 2017 to PBS' Masterpiece\n'That is a wrap' declares Jenna Coleman as filming ends on 'Victoria'","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"NTD International Piano Competition Contestants Warm Up\nSeptember 26, 2019NTD International Piano Competition\nPianists from all around the world have come to New York for the 2019 NTD 5th International Piano Competition.\n\"Our repertoire is a little different, because NTD is trying to preserve traditional culture and art, including piano music,\" said piano professor Becky Yao, one of the competition's jury panelists this year.\nEstablished in 2008, the competition's mission is to promote artistic excellence and the 250-year legacy of classical piano literature. The repertoire focuses strictly on the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic periods.\n\"We recognize that those periods, the musical style and form and technique, they're very unique and should be preserved for the future,\" Yao said.\nContestant Minh Bui started to play piano when she was six. Though she has competed in other contests, as soon as she heard about this one, she knew she wanted to take part.\n\"Such competitions like NTD international Piano Competition is very important, I think, to help people figure out their inner self, the inner culture, the plot, and the traditional flow and the vines. And I think that's a very important mission,\" Bui told NTD.\nThe semi-final and final will be held in Baruch Performing Arts Center and will also be broadcast live on Sept. 27-28 on NTD's website and Facebook page.\nEpoch Times reporter Catherine Yang contributed to this report.\nSwett: Faith Persecutions Have Dire Results\nGermany Announces Lithium Partnership With Chile Berlin Looks to Lessen Dependence on China\n3 Bears Die of Cold in Plane Grounded at Belgium Airport\nUS, South Korea Vow to Scale up Joint Military Drills to Deter North Korean Threats\nNATO, Japan Pledge to Strengthen Ties Amid Concerns Over North Korea, China, Russia\nUS Reportedly Halts Export Licenses for Huawei\nChina Condemns Czech President Over Taiwan Call\nChina's CATL Ramps Up Battery Making in Germany\nSenate Minority Whip John Thune Spells Out Constraints for Senate Republicans","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Home\u203aDebt\u203aLexinFintech Holdings Ltd. (NASDAQ: LX) sees significant drop in short-term interest\nLexinFintech Holdings Ltd. (NASDAQ: LX) sees significant drop in short-term interest\nLexinFintech Holdings Ltd. (NASDAQ: LX) saw a sharp drop in short-term interest in November. As of November 30, there was short interest totaling 1,670,000 shares, a decrease of 37.0% from the total of 2,650,000 shares as of November 15. Based on an average daily trading volume of 1,650,000 shares, the short-term interest ratio is currently 1.0 day.\nA number of research companies have weighed in on LX. Citigroup cut its target price on LexinFintech from $ 18.55 to $ 9.89 and set a \"buy\" rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday, August 26. DBS Vickers downgraded LexinFintech from a \"buy\" rating to a \"hold\" rating and set a target price of $ 7.20 for the stock. in a research note on Thursday August 26. Finally, Zacks investment research downgraded LexinFintech from a \"keep\" rating to a \"sell\" rating in a research note on Tuesday, September 14. One equity research analyst rated the stock with a sell rating, another assigned a conservation rating, and three assigned a buy rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, LexinFintech currently has a consensus rating of \"Hold\" and a consensus price target of $ 11.33.\nHedge funds and other institutional investors have recently changed their holdings in the company. Quadrant Capital Group LLC increased its stake in LexinFintech by 2,469.1% in the second quarter. Quadrant Capital Group LLC now owns 2,081 shares of the company valued at $ 25,000 after acquiring an additional 2,000 shares in the last quarter. Advisor Group Holdings Inc. increased its holdings in LexinFintech by 433.2% in the second quarter. Advisor Group Holdings Inc. now owns 8,398 shares of the company valued at $ 102,000 after acquiring an additional 6,823 shares in the last quarter. The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company acquired a new interest in LexinFintech in the second quarter valued at approximately $ 123,000. Principal Financial Group Inc. increased its holdings in LexinFintech by 9.7% in the first quarter. Principal Financial Group Inc. now owns 13,902 shares of the company valued at $ 140,000 after acquiring an additional 1,224 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Twinbeech Capital LP acquired a new stake in LexinFintech in the third quarter valued at approximately $ 95,000. 25.69% of the shares are held by institutional investors and hedge funds.\n(A d)\nIt could be the highest grossing event in crypto history. And that only happens once. If you miss it, there is no second chance.\nLX stock traded up $ 0.05 in Friday's session, reaching $ 3.76. 49,909 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 2,033,112. LexinFintech has a 12-month low of $ 3.60 and a 12-month high of $ 15.42. The company has a 50-day simple moving average of $ 5.18 and a 200-day simple moving average of $ 7.50. The company has a market cap of $ 684.48 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of 1.92 and a beta of 0.87. The company has a debt to equity ratio of 0.34, a quick ratio of 1.62, and a current ratio of 1.63.\nLexinFintech Company Profile\nLexinfintech Holdings Ltd. engages in the provision of online consumer credit platforms. Through its subsidiaries, it offers direct online sales with installment payment methods; installment purchase loans; and personal installment loans. Its services are offered through its online consumer credit platform, www.fenqile.com; and mobile applications.\nFurther Reading: Moving Average \u2013 How It Helps Investors With Stock Picking\nThis instant news alert was powered by storytelling technology and financial data from MarketBeat to provide readers with the fastest, most accurate reports. This story was reviewed by the MarketBeat editorial team before publication. Please send any questions or comments about this story to [email protected]\nShould you invest $ 1,000 in LexinFintech now?\nBefore you consider LexinFintech, you'll want to hear this.\nMarketBeat tracks Wall Street's top-rated and top-performing research analysts and the stocks they recommend to their clients on a daily basis. 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{"text":"WWII From Space\nA&E (2012) \/ Region A\n$16.98WWII From Space\nIndependence Day (Repackage)\nTransformers: 2 Disc Special Edition\nHunt For Red October, The\nTransformers: Revenge Of The Fallen - 2 Disc Special Edition\nWWII From Space delivers World War II in a way you've never experienced it before. This two-hour History special uses an all-seeing CGI eye that offers a satellite view of the conflict, allowing you to experience it in a way that places key events and tipping points in a global perspective. By re-creating groundbreaking moments that could never have been captured on camera and by illustrating the importance of simultaneity and the hidden effects of crucial incidents, History presents the war's monumental moments in never- before-seen context. And with new information brought to the forefront, you'll better understand how a nation ranked 19th in the world's militaries in 1939 emerged six years later as the planet's only atomic superpower.\nReleased: May 07 2013\nAdded Mar 29 2013\nStudio A&E\nSubtitles English and Spanish\nEnglish DTS-HD MA 5.1\nHistory & Events\nReview \"WWII From Space\"\nReviews for \"WWII From Space\"","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"South Bend Museum of Art\nWebsite for the South Bend Museum of Art, South Bend, IN\nVisiting South Bend\nWarner Rotunda & Carmichael Gallery\nAn Ekphrastic Event for Sharing the Muse\nArtLights\nVantage Society\nDocent Program\nArt League\nSBMA Board of Trustees\nRobert C. Shields American Series\nHighlighting the indelible ways in which the women of American Abstract Artists have, for more than eighty years, shifted and shaped the frontiers of American abstraction.\nSouth Bend Symphony Orchestra's \"Octet\"\nNovember 6 \u2013 December 31, 2020 SBSO's Three-Dimensional Octet Creates a One-of-a-Kind Immersive Musical Experience\nSee \u2022 Belong \u2022 Make\nSBMA is currently offering ways to share education programming in a digital space!\nFull Deck | A Short History of Skate Art\nBy Peg Luecke | Published: October 1, 2011\nAmerican Series 2011 | Warner Gallery\norganized by Bedford Gallery at the Lesher Center for the Arts, Walnut Creek, California\nOctober 1, 2011 \u2013 January 8, 2012\nOpening Reception|Friday, October 7, 5:00 \u2013 7:30 p.m.\nSkate Day! | Sunday, October 16 | Noon \u2013 4:00 p.m.\nFeaturing demonstrations by Don Pendleton, skater and graphic designer for the skateboarding industry\nThe SBMA's 2011 American Series exhibition delves into contemporary American youth culture in a very real way, presenting an anthology of skate art from the 1960's to the present. Over 300 skateboard decks borrowed from artists, skaters, and companies from across the country will be on display, along with dozens of photographs, other original artwork, videos, and related skate culture paraphernalia.\nFull Deck was organized and curated by Carrie Lederer, Curator of Exhibitions and Programs at the Bedford Gallery, Lesher Center for the Arts, Walnut Creek, California and is traveling to museums, galleries and universities across North America.\nMs. Lederer states:\nThe multi-media skate art community fosters a highly unique blend of, painting, photography, video, music, stickers, magazines, and clothing \u2013 the ever-growing creative by-products stemming from this popular sport and alternative mode of transportation. The eye-catching images on the bottom of these skateboards are one of the purest forms of self-expression: highly personal and mostly created without artistic boundaries \u2013 just like skateboarding itself.\nThe skate artist's aesthetic \u2014 raw, passionate, and personal \u2014 is energized by a devotion to the act of skating and a DIY embrace of skate culture \u2026 Since the first graphic was drawn onto a board, the culture of skateboarding has grown hand-in-hand with visual arts movements such as the Mission School, Pop Art, and graffiti. The skate culture's embrace of individual style, approach, and intention is what continues to draw new skaters to this renegade art practice \u2014 a hybrid in a realm of its own. And like the inclusive surf community, skaters and skate artists span several generations.\nThe exhibition includes elegant one-of-a-kind hand-stained decks by Skip Engblom, co-founder of Zepher Skate Shop and profiled in the Hollywood film Lords of Dogtown. A collection of early boards, circa 1960, are on loan from pro skater Sam Cunningham, as well as a broad range of now rare commercial decks (Element, enjoi, Krooked, etc.) from the collection of Mark Whiteley, Editor of SLAP magazine in San Francisco. Jason Strubing, owner of Skateworks in Santa Cruz, also contributed a large selection of significant and historic decks from his collection. Metro Skate (Pleasant Hill), StreetCorner Skate (San Francisco), and Thrasher magazine (San Francisco) also loaned skate art to Full Deck. Nationally known pro skater Corey Duffel contributed selections from his private collection. A selection of skate photography by Bryce Kanights, Tobin Yelland and others will also be on view.\nPosted in Previous Exhibitions, See | Comments closed\nWe Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball\nBy Peg Luecke | Published: September 15, 2012\nOriginal Paintings by Kadir Nelson\n2012 American Series Exhibition | Warner Gallery\nTour Management by Smith Kramer Fine Art Services, Kansas City, Missouri\n\"We are the ship, all else the sea.\"\u2013 Rube Foster, founder of the Negro leagues\nThis traveling exhibition features a collection of thirty-three paintings, thirteen sketches and educational materials from the book, We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball, by award-winning artist and author Kadir Nelson. The New York Times named this book one of the Best Illustrated Children's Books of 2008. Nelson chose Foster's quote for the title, explaining that it was a \"declaration of independence\" of the Negro Leagues from the Major Leagues.\nNelson spent seven years researching, writing and creating handsome paintings to be included in the brilliantly illustrated book, which is dedicated to the preservation of the history of Negro Leagues. During this process, he interviewed former Negro League players, traveled to museums around the country, pored over old photographs, firsthand testimonies and documentaries, collected baseball memorabilia, sports equipment and uniforms, then posed and photographed himself in them, all with the intention of putting himself in the shoes of a former Negro League player to recreate an authentic depiction of life in the Negro Leagues.\nThis exhibition is the story of Negro Leagues-the story of gifted athletes and determined owners; of racial discrimination and international sportsmanship; of fortunes won and lost; of triumphs and defeats on and off the field. It is a perfect mirror for the social and political history of black America in the first half of the twentieth century. But most of all, the story of the Negro Leagues is about hundreds of unsung heroes who overcame segregation, hatred, terrible conditions, and low pay to do the one thing they loved more than anything else in the world: play ball.\nWe Are the Ship is the centerpiece of a collaboration the SBMA initiated with the University of Notre Dame Multicultural Student Programs & Services Office, Center for History, The Civil Rights Heritage Center at the Natatorium, and the South Bend Silver Hawks. This series of community programs, entitled Triple Play: Race, Baseball, Art, is aimed at creating awareness, education and action about the topic. Each partner planned related programming in order to expand our collective impact and audience, making the exhibition and its valuable teaching opportunities accessible to youth and adults in the region and beyond.\nThe South Bend Museum of Art's 2012-2013 Exhibition Program is made possible, in part, with support from the Community Foundation of St. Joseph County's ArtsEverywhere Initiative.\nThis exhibition is made possible, in part, with support from the following sponsors:\nJune H. Edwards\nBarbara K. Warner\nAll Star:\nFaegre Baker Daniels\nArts Everywhere Matching Grant\nPerfect Game:\nAfrican American Community Fund\nFlorence V. Carroll Charitable Trust Foundation\nGrand Slam:\n1st Source Bank\nBurkhart Advertising\nInn at Saint Mary's\nHome Run:\nDouble Play:\nElectronics, Inc.\nTeachers Credit Union\nDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel South Bend\nLine Drive:\nRamona Payne & Tony Fitts\nRobert & Susan Shields\nMarcia Rickard & Dennis Doordan\nFireballer:\nLynn Blue\nMary Jane Buzolich\nDrs. Richmond and Virginia Calvin\nMr. & Mrs. James Cooke\nMr. & Mrs. George Coquillard\nMargo DeMont\nGeneral Sheet Metal Works\nGerber Family Fund\nRichard and Mary Pat Nussbaum\nMary Pyles\nLynda B. & Charles S. Simon\nMrs. & Mrs. T. Gordon Smith\nSteel Warehouse\nMaria Tomasula\nBase Hit:\nBrent and Carolyn Banulis\nHarvey & Mary Anne Hurst\nCarolyn Joers\nClaudia Maslowski\nDonald Maylath\nRaymond McLein\nMary Ann Moran\nSteve and Annette Romans\nDr. & Mrs. Charles Rosenberg\nCarol Schultz\nJ. Eric Smithburn and Aladean M. DeRose\nWilliam C. Whitman\nRecombination | Painting and Sculpture by Art Martin and Lee Brown\nBy Peg Luecke | Published: December 15, 2012\nArt League Gallery | December 15 \u2013 February 24, 2012\nClick here to view a brief portion of the artists' talk at the exhibition reception on January 4, 2013.\nRecombination is an exploration of storytelling, of the combining of familiar elements and objects into new forms and relationships. Found items, both depicted and physical, are merged with others in landscape and sculptural forms, adding their own inherent and narrative characteristics. These characteristics are enhanced or altered in their new context. In this way, the familiar becomes new, or is re-examined or experienced in an unfamiliar way. \u2013 Art Martin and Lee Brown\nArt Martin's (b. 1975, Blytheville, AK) intricately rendered still life, portrait, and landscape paintings reference the symbols and structures of Renaissance painting to invite a closer examination of the everyday things normally recognized and quickly discounted. Discarded items like marbles, seeds, insects, bones, toys, and patterned fabrics are rendered actual size in precise arrangements. The landscapes are small, to establish a sense of intimacy and possession. Within the Cabinet Landscapes are everyday objects, but in new scale and in context with visually or conceptually sympathetic still life elements.\nThe Travelogue paintings speak to the human habit of imbuing the inanimate with life and personality. Stuffed animals pose in landscapes that recall family travel photos and Renaissance portraiture, interspersed with portraits of contemporary people in similar display.\nMartin received an MFA from Wichita State University in 2000, and is currently the Collections Manager\/Assistant Curator at the Muskegon Museum of Art.\nA graduate of Kendall School of Design, Lee Brown's (b. 1956, Grand Rapids, MI) cabinets and lidded boxes speak to the sacred vessel-ornate containers of treasured and mystical objects. Their surfaces convey the passage of time while references to Neolithic art, Chinese architecture, and African design motifs intermingle to create new and varied narratives. The visual character of the reclaimed wood conveys history, physical evidence of the witness of time and the elements. This character is enhanced by the layering of color and paint, stripped away with selective sanding, creating the weathered effect. Carved stones with simple, repetitive patterns recall Neolithic artwork. The forms themselves are inspired by shapes from cultures around the world and throughout history.\nBrown's found object assemblages, some of which include small paintings by Martin, merge the history of varied materials into visual stories, layers to be explored and riddles to be solved. Each element's own story is changed by its new relationships and context. The viewer's own familiarity with these objects changes the formula yet again.\nIn addition to his sculpture, Brown also works in product styling, industrial design, graphic design and illustration.\nTaken together, the work of Lee Brown and Art Martin speak of a fascination with object, and the narrative and emotive possibilities of the everyday when blended and conveyed in stories both familiar and new.\nimage: Art Martin, Cabinet Landscape:Grand Rapids 131 S, 2012, oil on hardboard, 11\u2033 x 4.5\u2033;Lee Brown, Promethues Cabinet; Art Martin and Lee Brown,Cabinet Landscape: Sherman Bowling, 2012, oil on hardboard, found objects, wood (detail)\nMary King: Beautiful Industry\nBy South Bend Museum of Art | Published: March 9, 2013\nMarch 9 \u2013 June 2, 2013\nBeautiful Industry takes an unexpected look at steel mills and other industries that are still in operation in and near Chicago and Detroit.\nThe lovingly crafted works show the feel of industry: the flames, the amazing clouds of steam, the remarkable structures, the air that makes your chest hurt, the swollen fish in a poison canal, the swampy area now replaced by pollution. The works are simultaneously poignant and celebratory.\nThis series evolved from sketching the mills in Gary from as close as the security guards allowed, and from sketching and photographing industrial sites in Detroit \u2014 which surprisingly has a working steel mill. The project concludes with a visit to a forging plant in Chicago just before the 2012 election.The resulting commentary is mildly political but nonjudgmental, matching the positive tone of the series. \u2014 Mary King, 2013\nMary King has exhibited her work in solo shows at Denise Bibro Fine Arts in New York, NY; the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts in Kalamazoo, MI; and Woman Made Gallery in Chicago, IL. She holds a BFA from The University of Chicago and an MA from Western Michigan University.\nimage: Beautiful Industry: Hot, 2011, Acrylic on Dura-Lar Collage, 17 x 21.5 inches\nMakers and Champions\nBy South Bend Museum of Art | Published: March 23, 2013\nSouth Bend's Rich Artistic Legacy: 1841 \u2013 Present\nMarch 23 \u2013 June 16, 2013\nThis exhibition offers reflections on the fine arts history of the area, and showcases important artists, people, and institutions that have contributed to the rich artistic heritage of South Bend and the surrounding area.\nHistorical artists such as George Ames Aldrich, L. Clarence Ball, Sara Kolb Danner, Alexis Jean Fournier, Luigi Gregori, Glen Cooper Henshaw and T.C. Steele as well as local artists, Edward Basker, James Borden, Harry Coffman, Edward Herrmann, Leon Makielski, Harriet Monteith, Dean Porter, and Harold Zisla, among others, are included.\nThe exhibition, based on the Museum's collections, mirrors the development of South Bend and the local visual arts, offering a perspective on our community history. The collection grew out of a community-based organization founded in 1947, the South Bend Art Association, (now the South Bend Museum of Art) and was enriched by a gift from Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Morris which includes paintings by members of \"The Hoosier Group:\" William Forsythe, Clifton Wheeler, T.C. Steele, Karl Bradner and George Jo Mess.\nThe region's academic institutions attracted fine arts faculty that contributed to the local legacy, while industries such as Studebaker employed commercial artists\/designers who developed reputations as fine artists, adding a unique dimension.\nMakers and Champions celebrates the release this fall of a seminal book on this cultural contribution to our community. The project is a collaboration between the SBMA, Indiana University South Bend, Wolfson Press, and L.E.A.R.N. (Lifetime Education And Research Network) aimed at documenting the fine arts legacy of our area for future generations.\nImages: from left: Untitled (self portriat) Harold Zisla; Howard Park Skating Rink, Edward Herrmann; South Bend, Robert Indiana\nCreactive: Ivy Tech Community College Juried Student Exhibition 2013\nBy South Bend Museum of Art | Published: May 18, 2013\nMay 18 \u2013 August 18, 2013 | Jerome J. Crowley Community Gallery\nThe South Bend Museum of Art is proud to host this exhibition of student work. Ivy Tech Community College's School of Fine Art & Design (SOFAD)'s program in Visual Communication offers courses in graphic design, photography, web design, film & video, as well as drawing, painting, and three dimensional design. SOFAD's Environmental Design program provides courses in interior design, sustainable building and construction, garden landscape design, kitchen and bath design, and the decorative arts.\nThis exhibition contains SOFAD student work from the spring semester and exit portfolio preparation courses. The students were requested to submit 1-2 of their best pieces to be considered for display. The faculty, all industry professionals and educators, have \"vetted\" the work by selecting pieces based on how well the students met the course objectives, creativity, and craftsmanship.\nIvy Tech Community College's School of Fine Art & Design (SOFAD) has an expansive mission to prepare students for a career in design, transfer to a four year university, advancement in their profession, or personal enrichment. This broad mission requires a comprehensive curriculum that allows students to experience the theoretical, technical, and applied aspects of the commercial and fine arts professions.\nCollaborative Printmaking in BLACK AND WHITE and color\nBy South Bend Museum of Art | Published: June 14, 2013\nSelections from the Segura Arts Studio\nJune 15 \u2013 September 8, 2013 | Art League Gallery\nReception: Saturday, August 17, 2013 | 5:00 \u2013 7:30 p.m.\nFeaturing the work of established and emerging minority artists, Black and White and Color reflects the mission of the Segura Arts Studio. Founded by Tamarind Master Printer Joe Segura and formerly known as the Segura Publishing Company, the Studio has a 30-year history of collaborating with underrepresented artists\u2014with a particular interest in Hispanic art\u2014fostering relationships, producing original works of art and guiding artists into the mainstream art community.\nCombining traditional processes and nineteenth century photographic techniques, the Studio strives to dispel outdated and culturally-biased ideas of American life through themes of self-identity, immigration, acculturation and assimilation as addressed by minority artists.\nBlack and White and Color features works by Elizabeth Catlett, Enrique Chagoya, Sue Coe, Luis Jim\u00e9nez, Philip Pearlstein, Andres Serrano, and Frances Whitehead, among others.\nSegura Arts Studio is settling into its beautifully renovated new space in the Notre Dame Center for Arts and Culture, just a few blocks west of the Museum, and the SBMA is extending their introduction to the community with this exhibition. Work is commercially available through the Studio, consistent with its mission to make the work of important artists accessible to the market and influential collections.\nSue Coe, La Frontera, 1997, Lithograph, ed. of 70; 36.5 x 26.5 inches;\nBiennial 27 | A Window into Contemporary Art in the Midwest\nBy South Bend Museum of Art | Published: July 8, 2013\nJuly 6 \u2013 October 6, 2013\nReception: August 2, 2013 | 5:00 \u2013 7:30 p.m.\nSponsored by The Art League\nNow in its 27th incarnation, the South Bend Museum of Art's all media Biennial 27 presents a diverse look into contemporary artwork made by artists living in the Midwest. Open to artists residing in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin, this exhibition is an up-to-date dialogue of art happening in our own backyard. From hundreds of submitting artists, only eleven were selected by juror Lisa D. Freiman, Senior Curator and Chair of the Department of Contemporary Art at the Indianapolis Museum of Art, Indianapolis, IN. The pool of exhibiting artists is deliberately limited to allow for the showing of a greater body of work by each artist.\nThe following artists were selected by Freiman from a pool of 230 submitting artists:\nLeticia Bajuyo (sculpture and installation) of Madison, Indiana\nTerrence Campagna (photography) of Ann Arbor, Michigan\nDerek Cot\u00e9 (sculpture and installation) of Grosse Pointe, Michigan\nMeredith Foster (drawing and photography) of Urbana, Illinois\nMargaret Leininger (fiber) of Oak Park, Illinois\nKylie Lockwood (sculpture) of Detroit, Michigan\nCherith Lundin (drawing and sculpture) of Wheaton, Illinois\nDavid Masters (painting) of Cleveland, Ohio\nTodd Reed (painting) of Bolingbrook, Illinois\nAmanda Smith (painting) of Bloomington, Indiana\nMaxwell Stolkin (sculpture and installation) of Mooresville, Indiana\nThe museum uses this pool of artists to acquire new works into its permanent collection with $1,500 in purchase awards. Other artists will receive a $1,500 in merit awards sponsored by the museum's Art League.\nArt Matters | Stories from SBMA\nBy Peg Luecke | Published: August 31, 2013\nAugust 31 \u2013 November 10, 2013\nMission: The South Bend Museum of Art affirms the enduring power of the visual arts to reflect and create community, engage minds and nurture growth through exhibitions, collections and educational programs.\nSBMA has embraced this mission since its founding in 1947. In the past year over 7,000 people have engaged with the SBMA through classes, outreach and public programs. This is more than a number to us. It represents families, friends, art lovers, new students, aspiring artists, and first time visitors to an art gallery. As the community's museum, our programming is designed to create an experience for everyone.\nStories from SBMA, appropriately installed in the Jerome J. Crowley Community Gallery, offers a unique look into our educational programs. We asked the question, \"Why do you think art matters?\" to program participants throughout the summer and received answers that were deeply personal and articulate. Several are displayed on the gallery walls, along with images depicting programming activities, past and present: mural painting, garden projects, school tours and hands-on activities, outreach programs, family days and more. A wave of 7,000 linked paper chains suspended from the gallery ceiling represent the individuals served in the past year, each link representing a person that has strengthened our art community. Visitors are invited to add their answer to the question on a chalk-board wall.\nThis exhibition was designed by SBMA's Education staff but most importantly, envisioned by Education Coordinator Candie Waterloo, who through her work here knows first hand Why Art Matters.\nSomewhere There | The Role of Place in the Work of Four Local Photographers\nBy Mark Rospenda | Published: September 5, 2013\nSeptember 21, 2013\u2013February 16, 2014\nArt League Gallery\nA sense of place locates us within the world and provides context to our experiences within it. We also identify with places as extensions of ourselves \u2014 garnering pride, nostalgia, or sometimes embarrassment in them. Without place, we feel dislocated and disjointed, afloat without an orientation.\nThe work of local photographers Susan Moore, Steve Moriarty, Fred Slaski and Steve Toepp highlights this importance. Whether exploring unique qualities of a ubiquitous subdivision (Moore), setting the stage for an epiphany (Moriarty), evoking a quiet sense of poetry (Slaski), or representing time through decay (Toepp), everything we see is affected by a sense of place. It provides a contact point for each image, adding meaning and reflecting the sometimes subtle yet always important role place plays in our lives.\nThis exhibition overlaps with Ansel Adams: Masterworks, on exhibit in the SBMA's Warner Gallery (November 1, 2013\u2013January 12, 2014), and offers a complement to Adams's uncanny ability to present a place as a moment \u2014 ever changing and ephemeral.\n(Top of page)\nSusan Moore, Wembley Drive 5.13, 2013, Archival ink jet print\n(Above, from left to right)\nSteve Moriarty, Paris, Rue de L'Universit\u00e9, 1976, Gelatin silver print\nFred Slaski, James Madison Elementary School, Rainy Night, 2012, Selenium tone gelatin silver print\nSteve Toepp, Dead City: Church #756, Circa 2010, Dye sublimation into aluminum (archival)\nSusan Moore (South Bend, IN) received an IAC Individual Artist Grant in 2010 and an IU South Bend Research Grant in 2012. Moore has a MFA from Washington University, St. Louis, MO; a MA from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL; and a BA from Columbia College, Chicago, IL. Her work has been exhibited at Photo Place Gallery, Middlebury, VT; Santa Reparata Gallery of Contemporary Art, Florence, Italy; and the Buchanan Center for the Arts, Monmouth, IL.\nSteve Moriarty (South Bend, IN) is an emeritus curator of photography at the Snite Museum of Art at the University of Notre Dame. He received a MFA in photography from the University of Notre Dame, and has photographed extensively in El Salvador since 1985.\nFred Slaski (South Bend, IN) received a BA and a Certificate of Film Studies from Indiana University, Bloomington, IN. His photographs have been exhibited at the South Bend Christian Reform Church Gallery, South Bend, IN; the Jewish Federation Mishawaka Gallery, Mishawaka, IN; and the South Bend Museum of Art, South bend, IN.\nSteve Toepp (Mishawaka, IN) received a BA in photography from Columbia College, Chicago, IL; and is owner of Midwest Photographics, a still photography and video production studio located in Mishawaka, IN. Recent exhibitions of his photographs include the Midwest Museum of American Art, Elkhart, IN; Spencer Gallery, Mishawaka, IN; and Studio Arts Center, South Bend, IN.\n2021 \u00a9 South Bend Museum of Art | 120 South Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., South Bend, IN 46601 | 574.235.9102 | Contact Us","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"As of the 24 September 2015 The Centre for Ageing Research and Development in Ireland (CARDI) became the Ageing Research and Development Division within the Institute of Public Health in Ireland (IPH). This website will remain online but will no longer be updated. To keep up to date with our work please visit the Division of Ageing Research and Development section of the IPH website.\nSearch Control\nMenu Control\nE-Bulletin Archive\nHome \u00bb News \u00bb Age Action highlights 'huge strain' of cuts on older people\nAge Action highlights 'huge strain' of cuts on older people\nEconomic & material, Health & well being\nNews Source:\nLink to Article:\nhttp:\/\/www.irishtimes.com\/news...\nOlder people feel angry and frustrated about the \"myth\" that they have been insulated from austerity according to a pre-budget submission by Age Action Ireland. Presenting its pre-budget submission, the charity will say that while the State pension has not been reduced, the impact of cuts and restrictions on other supports has \"put a huge strain\" on older people, with increasing numbers unable to afford basic goods and services. Read more here.\nBudget 2016, Age Action Ireland\nCARDI: celebrating ageing research and new beginnings\nCARDI will celebrate its work since its establishment in 2007 at an event in Dublin tonight (Wednesday, 23 September 2015).\nAbout CARDI\nCARDI funds, publishes and disseminates research on topics relating to ageing and older people.\nWe are a not for profit organisation developed by leaders from the ageing field across Ireland (North and South) including researchers, academics, statutory, voluntary and community sector representatives with support from The Atlantic Philanthropies.\nCentre for Ageing Research and Development in Ireland\nForestview\nPurdy's Lane\nBT8 7ZX\nt: 0044 (0) 28 90 690066\ne: info@cardi.ie\nBishop's Square\nRedmond's Hill\n\u00a9 CARDI 2013\nFollow CARDI on Facebook Follow CARDI on Twitter Follow CARDI on LinkedIn Slideshare","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"David Mehr\nDavid Mehr has engaged in and led CCS studies and campaigns for numerous faith-based nonprofits, including Saint Peter's University (NJ), University of Maryland Saint Joseph Medical Center (MD), St. Joseph's Health System (NJ), the Diocese of Paterson (NJ), the Diocese of Metuchen (NJ), the Diocese of Syracuse, the Archdiocese of Baltimore, the Archdiocese of New York, the Diocese of Brooklyn and Queens (NY), Delbarton School (NJ), Link Community Charter School (NJ), Immaculate Conception Parish (NJ), Cardinal Hayes High School (NY), Monsignor McClancy High School (NY), Saint Joseph High School (NJ), The Cathedral of Mary Our Queen (MD), School of the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen (MD) and Saint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue (NY).\nEarly in his career, David worked at Minnesota Public Radio and WNYC Radio as an in-house fundraising professional (including membership, development, and underwriting). He was the Director of Development at Brooklyn College and Seton Hall Preparatory School. David received his BA at University of Wisconsin - Madison and David taught History of Broadcasting to undergraduate students while conducting Master of Arts thesis research at Emerson College in Boston and in Maastricht, The Netherlands.\nDavid and his wife Jennifer are Associates of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace of Englewood Cliffs (NJ). David serves as Chair of the Advisory Board of Benedictine Academy High School (NJ). David and Jennifer have three children. They reside in Cranford, New Jersey.\nWho to Ask and What to Say: Developing and Leveraging a Prospect Pipeline Hermitage BTerence Curley \u2022 David Mehr","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"C. Fred Kleinknecht\nSovereign Grand Commander\nSouthern Jurisdiction, USA\nWhat makes a man a hero? More specifically, an American hero?\nThat is the question posed\u2014and answered\u2014in this special issue of the Scottish Rite Journal. In the following pages, you will find brief biographies of generals and enlisted men, of business tycoons and blue-collar employees, of world-famous authors as well as nationally prominent politicians and average citizens. Each has excelled. Coming from humble origins, each has answered the inner call to be the best he can be and, in doing so, has contributed significantly to his community and the world.\nThat each is a Mason underlines, in my opinion, the fact that Freemasonry embodies the highest qualities of our national character. Our typically American ideals of \"life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness\" reflect Freemasonry's tenets of individual improvement, freedom for self and society, and an ethic of work whose goal is not solely material possessions but the deeper happiness of wedding heart, mind, and soul to attaining high goals while serving others.\nThe Scottish Rite Journal has featured \"Masonic Heroes\" issues before, six in recent years. And I look forward to more of these biographical collections, for we need more than abstract exhortations. Rhetoric can inspire, but nothing impresses like hard, real actions, the examples of men like ourselves who have gone beyond meeting everyday needs to fulfilling the dreams and aspirations we all harbor in our hearts.\nMy personal nominee for the status of American hero today is Brother Arnold Daniel Palmer. Like millions worldwide, I have watched his career closely. His own golf style is a great lesson in sportsmanship. His business sense is an example of American entrepreneurship at its best. His dedication to philanthropy sets an example for us all. I was not surprised to discover he is a member of Loyalhanna Lodge No. 275 in his hometown of Latrobe, Pennsylvania, nor that he is a 33 Inspector General Honorary Elect in the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. He will receive this great honor on September 23 this year at the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction's annual meeting in Grand Rapids, Michigan. My hope is that our Jurisdiction can also honor this fine Brother in 1997 and so give national Masonic recognition to a man known by every American, whether a golf enthusiast or not.\nRegarding sports, there is no need to repeat the long list of Arnold Palmer's golf career victories (over 90) made up, in part, of Senior PGA wins and international triumphs. Brother Palmer is the most famous figure ever to play the links. Appropriately, he is a member of the World Golf Hall of Fame, American Golf Hall of Fame, and All-American Collegiate Golf Hall of Fame. His genial personality, working-class roots (he began as a greenskeeper\/caddy), and come-from-behind successes have endeared him to millions. An \"Arnie's Army\" of fans follows his every move. As golf's first true superstar, he has brought what was once an elite sport within the knowledge and grasp of every American.\nArnold Palmer, 33 Elect, Northern Masonic Jurisdiction\nAs to American enterprise, Brother Palmer, exercising his keen sense of business, has invested his sport winnings into a multi-million-dollar conglomerate manufacturing sporting goods, publishing sports books and videos, building golf courses (some 200 nationally and worldwide), and establishing the Arnold Palmer Golf Academy\u2014a commercial empire he personally manages by piloting his own Cessna Citation jet from one company's location to another.\nAn American of unblushing patriotism, Brother Palmer gladly served a three-year hitch in the U.S. Coast Guard. A family man before all else, he married Winifred Walzer in 1954, and they are rightly proud of their two daughters, four granddaughters, and grandson.\nWhat impresses me most about Arnie, however, is his charitable spirit. As with every true Masonic Brother, Relief is a principle Brother Palmer holds as dearly as Brotherhood and Truth. He served as Honorary National Chairman of the March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation for 20 years. In addition, he played a major role in fundraising for the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Women in Orlando, Florida. Not forgetting his hometown, he is a longtime member of the Board of Directors of the Latrobe Area Hospital and established a major annual fundraising golf event for that institution in 1992. Brother Arnold Palmer's humanitarian awards are too numerous to mention, but here are just a few of them: Order of Eagle Exemplar, U.S. Sports Academy; Arthur J. Rain Award, Catholic Youth Association, Pittsburgh; Lawman Humanitarian Award, Los Angeles; the Theodore Roosevelt Award, National Collegiate Athletic Association; Outstanding American Award, Los Angeles Philanthropic Foundation; Sports Legend Award, Jr. Diabetes Foundation, Pittsburgh; Humanitarian Award, Variety Club International; and my personal favorite, The \"Good Guy\" Award, American Legion National Commanders.\nNo doubt about it. Arnold Palmer is a \"Good Guy,\" outstanding Mason, and American hero. In the House of the Temple, we honor such nationally prominent American Brethren in a special place, a Scottish Rite Hall of Honor where we now have 16 original oil portraits of such greats as, among others, President Harry S. Truman; Admiral Arleigh Burke; Generals Douglas MacArthur and Jimmy Doolittle; Senators Sam Ervin and Sam Nunn; entertainers Will Rogers and Gene Autry; clergymen the Rev. Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, Bishop Carl J. Sanders, and Rabbi Edgar F. Magnin; and Scottish Rite leaders such as Robert L. Dillard, Jr., Charles E. \"Ted\" Webber, and William M. Hollis.\nTo reinforce the all-American aspect of Freemasonry, it would be great to have a portrait of Brother Arnold Palmer in the Hall of Honor. This suggestion promptly received Brother Palmer's permission, probably because donations to support such a portrait will benefit the House of the Temple Foundation and so assure that this finest of Scottish Rite buildings is properly maintained and preserved for our future generations. The Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization; thus donations are tax deductible.\nWhether you are a golfer, sportsman, American Mason or all three, I urge you to support this program and send a check designated for Brother Palmer's portrait, made payable to the House of the Temple Foundation, to 1733 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20002\u20133103. Together we can honor this outstanding Masonic Brother, create a Hall of Honor even more representative of American Freemasonry and, at the same time, bring the noble architecture of the House of the Temple safely into the 21st century!","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Joy Behar: Obama 'Was Too Good' \u2014 There 'Was Nothing to Make Fun Of'\nPam Key\nWednesday on ABC's \"The View,\" comedian Jay Leno discussed political stand-up comedy with co-host and fellow comedian Joy Behar.\nDiscussing the current crop of late-night television talk show hosts, Leno said, \"It's kind of the same joke. I love them all, Samantha and Jimmy and the other Jimmy and Colbert, but you're all kind of the doing a different version of the same joke. That was my whole point. To me, I like to humiliate and degrade both sides equally.\"\nGuest-host Ana Navarro said, \"One side is doing such a good job of humiliating and degrading themselves.\"\nLeno said, \"Well, that's true.\"\nBehar chimed in, \"That was the old school. Bob Hope used to do that.\"\nLeno said, \"I did it when Clinton was horny, and Bush was dumb. It's what we call a simpler time.\"\nBehar said, \"You know, I did stand-up up until Obama came in because I was losing interest because he was too good and there was nothing to make fun of there.\"\nLeno agreed, \"Yeah right.\"\nBehar said, \"With Bush, it was a bonanza.\"\nFollow Pam Key on Twitter @pamkeyNEN\nClipsEntertainmentPoliticsBarack ObamaJay LenoJoy Behar","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Velo Alanya\nROAD TRACKS\n78 k FLAT AKSEKI KAVSAGI DO\u011eANAY H\n88,8 k CLIMB ALARA KONAKLI SABURLAR\n191,6 k FLAT GUNEY U TURN\n103,5 k CLIMB MAHMUTSEYDI KONAKLI\n154,8 k CLIMB KONAKLI GUNDOGMUS\n102,47 k CLIMB AKSEKI YOLU\nMTB TRACKS\nVelo Alanya Facilities\nAlanya is located on the south of Turkey, in Mediterranean region within the borders of a province called Antalya. While it is hot and arid in summer, rainy and humid in winter there, it is always possible to feel the sun heat for approximately 300 days throughout a year. Citrus fruits has an important role in people's living. Alanya is absolutely unique with its lemon, orange and citrus trees that are spread over the town's streets.\nAfter tourism sector took its place in Alanya in the 50's, it has served as a model especially about tourism both in Turkey and the world with its cooperating public and government. With its museums, sport centers, opportunities for culture and art activities Alanya attracts approximately 15 thousand tourists both in winter and summer every year.\nTHE CASTLE OF ALANYA\nThe castle has a castle wall of 6.5 km length, 140 towers, about 400 cisterns and doors with inscriptions. The castle was built by A. Keykubat, the Sultan of Seljuk. The ramparts start from K\u0131zkule. The altitude of the part called the inner castle and located at the highest place of western corner of the peninsula is about 250 meters. It was surrounded by walls from four sides as it was the centre of administrative and military organisation.The settlement in the castle continues also today. \u0130n front of wooden and stone made houses, silk and cotton are woven, different figured calabash trees are coloured,otantic food has been served in little gardens. Further, on the road to the castle restaurant and cafes are located on the sea side. The castle road is open to vehicle traffic. You can also walk to it in one hour.\nDAMLATAS CAVE\nIt is located at the western foot of peninsula. There is a 50 m passage at the entrance. After the passage, there comes a cylindrical cavity. This leads to the basement of the cave. The stalactite and stalagmites inside the cave were formed in 15 thousand years. Besides its fascinating beauty, the cave is famous with its air, which is beneficial to asthmatic patients.Scientists found that the air in the cave contains 10 to 12 times more carbon dioxide than normal air and has 95 % humidity. Temperature in the cave is 22 degrees centigrade.\nTHE RED TOWER\nK\u0131z\u0131lkule (red tower) began to be built in 1227 and finished in one year. The sea side of the dockyard with five arch parts has a lenght of 56.5 mt and 44 mt deep.The dockyard is located on the most sunny place to take advantage of sunlight. The tablet in the entry of the dockyard carries the emblem of A.Keykubat.Alanya's dockyard is the first dockyard of the Seljuk's on the Mediterranean Sea. Keykubat who ordered to build the Sinop Dockyard, named later as the \"Sultan of the two seas.\"\nDIM RIVER\nDim Cave has been formed by movements of water for millions of years.It is 360 meters total long and has lots of fantastic stalactites and stalagmites.\nThere are the best hospitals in Alanya such as Alanya Anatolia Hospital, Ba\u015fkent University Alanya Application and Research Center Hospital, Alanya Ya\u015fam Hospital\nThe Best Winter Cycling Training Destination in the World\nGood Weather, Quality Asphalt, Professional Services\nFacebook Instagram Youtube Twitter Vk\nDim Valley 82,3 km\nMustafa Kemal Canfedai\ninfo@veloalanya.com\nDesign by Modern Web Sitesi","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"How AR and VR Can Make Students Laugh and Cry Out Loud\u2014and Embed Them in...\nHow AR and VR Can Make Students Laugh and Cry Out Loud\u2014and Embed Them in Their Learning\nsponsored content from zSpace\nBy Wendy McMahon Aug 28, 2018\nImage Credit: zSpace\nHow do you captivate a classroom full of digital-since-birth students? According to one Tennessee college professor, you do it by creating immersive learning experiences.\n. . . students would cry, laugh out loud, even get angry after an immersive lesson in his English class.\nIn his former role as assistant vice president of academic affairs and English professor at Volunteer State Community College (VSCC), Michael Torrence combined classroom teaching with cutting-edge technologies; he used augmented, virtual and mixed reality to embed students in their learning.\nTorrence has been pushing the limits of technology to create captivating multisensory learning experiences for years. At first, he used Minecraft to gamify his lessons and increase student engagement. Eventually, he discovered multimodal learning\u2014which incorporates visual, auditory, kinesthetic and tactile learning styles\u2014helping him bridge the gap between his own classroom and the digitized world in which students live.\nAt VSCC, Torrence says, students would cry, laugh out loud, even get angry after an immersive lesson in his English class. They also had greater success submitting and completing assignments, paid close attention to lessons and came to class prepared\u2014all of which Torrence attributes to more robust engagement and higher attention levels.\nNow president of Tennessee's Motlow State Community College, Torrence talked with EdSurge about what multimodal learning looks like, why it \"meets students where they are,\" and how it prepares them for success in the workforce.\nEdSurge: How does your multimodal approach benefit students' learning?\nMichael Torrence: It's about meeting students where they are.\nStudents are no longer simply digital natives, they're digitally immersed natives. When you immerse yourself in something, you become an expert in it. Our students are in virtual spaces, augmented reality spaces and ultimately in mixed-reality learning environments. It's important to provide learning in these platforms because that's where our kids are.\nMichael Torrence\nPresident, Motlow State Community College\nBut we are still playing catch-up with the ways in which we can leverage these technologies to benefit of our students\u2014to better prepare them to be successful once they move into the workforce. Combining multimodal learning and AR\/VR is a step in the right direction. With multimodal learning, education is delivered on various platforms\u2014and you can blend those learning platforms using different approaches.\nHow exactly did you do that in your English classes?\nStudents weren't just in a 2D environment; instead they could actually engage and immerse themselves into the learning environment.\nI simply built a space where we used VR\/AR as a mechanism throughout the course to promote critical thinking, teach, and facilitate how to argue. The entirety of our course conversations balanced what was happening to our country with what was happening globally. We created a community consciousness that spurred dialogue about ways to positively impact communities.\nI bought 40 virtual reality headsets with haptic handsets for them to manipulate in the VR\/AR space, and I connected them to content from New York Times VR and WITHIN. The content placed students in settings such as on the ground in a refugee crisis or in the midst of the Millions March in New York City.\nWhat did that look like day to day?\nAt the beginning of every class, they would go into this virtual space and engage with the content instead of just reading it. They'd respond to me about what it was like to be immersed in the experience.\nThe content from the WITHIN app provided one of the more visceral experiences for students. There was a U2 video called \"Song for Someone\" and it included a global village approach to singing the song\u2014with excerpts from singers from across the world and across various musical genres singing along with U2.\nVR and other platforms provide students another point of entry into already established content and ideas.\nStudents' experiences varied from being moved to tears to simply enjoying a multimodal, inclusive and diverse message. They spoke of feeling connected. Saw themselves in others for moments in time. In snippets of messaging. And they felt like the representations that they encountered in VR could have been them too.\nStudents learned more concretely that they are not alone in the learning space, that they have agency and voice, that conversation and thinking matters. And they learned that the use of VR as a tool for learning works.\nWhat kind of impact does this approach have on student learning?\nAt the end of the course, for example, students met with a shark tank-type group\u2014investors from the community, business, and industry folks\u2014and pitched them business ideas that would utilize VR to provide a solution to problems that were local, regional, national or even global in scope.\nWe came up with some pretty interesting topics and I'm happy to say two of them actually became businesses, providing delivery services for corporate and local restaurants. What was special was that both met an existing need.\nI believe that the AR\/VR provided a way of looking into the world that these students hadn't considered previously and then when they saw the need, they moved into action to implement their plans.\nWere you able to measure this success?\nThe way that I measured it was completion. How many of my students actually got through my class successfully? It was over 85%. My research from the two classes where I used VR and this approach shows students were engaged, and ultimately more successful in my classes.\nSearching for new AR and VR resources? Michael Torrence suggests these:\nWITHIN\u2014app\nNYT VR\u2014New York Times app\nRoad to VR\u2014virtual reality news\nVRScout\u2014virtual reality news and videos\nBased on my use of VR in an English class, I would posit that students are also less likely to drop out of any class where they are connected to each other and to the content, and feel valued by the professor. VR and other platforms provide students another point of entry into already established content and ideas.\nSince students are already participating in this space via VR versions of Minecraft, World of Warcraft, and more recently, Fortnite, they are already there waiting for us to creatively develop content that is rigorous and provides gainful learning experiences that encompass a multimodal approach.\nDo you have plans to implement AR\/VR for multimodal learning at Motlow State Community College?\nRight now we're in the R&D stage. We're looking at health sciences as well as mechatronics, advanced manufacturing, and robotics. Those are spaces where I intend to initially start the utilization of mixed reality not as a toy but as a teaching tool for deeper integrated learning.\nI think there's a tremendous opportunity to utilize existing technologies like zSpace, for example, to enhance and strengthen the current curriculum that we already use. Not to replace it, but to allow students to take this content with them, where they can manipulate, view, pull apart, and deepen their learning base. I think immersion is one of the predictors of future success.\nApplications Available on zSpace\nI think immersion is one of the predictors of future success.\nApp Sector Description\nzSpace Studio K-12 A rich model exploration and presentation tool that allows students to compare, dissect, analyze, measure, and annotate thousands of 3D models.\nNewton's Park K-12 Allows students to run or create their own experiments to deepen their knowledge of Newtonian Mechanics.\nFranklin's Lab K-12 Guides students through electricity concepts and troubleshooting faulty circuits.\nCurie's Elements K-12 Allows students to explore a periodic table with Bohr and atomic models for each element.\nEuclid's Shapes K-12 Offers activities with math manipulatives and provides teachers with a guide to math learning.\nLeopoly K-12 Introduces students to the world of 3D creation by helping them create, customize, and prepare digital objects for 3D printing.\nGeogebra K-12 Allows students to better engage in math concepts related to three-dimensional topics.\nVIVED Science K-12 A comprehensive package of detailed interactive dissection experiences.\nzSpace Experiences\nK-12 Includes experiential-based simulations of Earth, Life, and Physical Science topics.\nTinkercad K-12 An online 3D design and printing site that will allow you to import models directly to zSpace Studio.\nVIVED Chemistry\nK-12 Interactive dissection experiences focus on Human Anatomy, Botany, Zoology, Earth Science, Microbiology, and more.\nLabster\nK-12 Offers true to life Physical Science and Physics lab experiments for high school students.\nHuman Anatomy Atlas Health Science An award-winning human anatomy general reference.\nVIVED Anatomy Health Science A high quality interactive software for learning anatomy in 3D.\nVIVED Volume Health Science A tool for viewing and manipulating medical imaging scans (DICOM) on zSpace.\nVirtual ECG Health Science Allows students to practice ECG electrode placement.\nVR Automotive Mechanic Career & Technical Lets students practice assembly and disassembly within a virtual mechanic shop.\nVR Automotive Expert Career & Technical A 3D interactive study guide for automotive training.\nWaveNG Career & Technical Provides students with hands-on training in welding gestures, MAG and MMA.\nThis article was sponsored by zSpace and not written by the EdSurge editorial staff.\nLearning through AR\/VR experiences. http:\/\/zspace.com\/","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Puerto Rico back in darkness after island-wide blackout\nBy Arelis R. Hern\u00e1ndez\nApril 18, 2018 at 7:02 p.m. EDT\nAn island-wide blackout struck Puerto Rico on April 18, plunging the U.S. territory of more than 3 million citizens back into darkness. (Video: Reuters)\nAn island-wide blackout struck Puerto Rico on Wednesday, plunging the U.S. territory of more than 3 million citizens back into darkness, more than seven months after Hurricane Maria demolished its fragile power grid.\nThe Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority said the blackout, which began at about 11:30 a.m., could last from 24 to 36 hours. At about 5 p.m., the local utility said more than 51,000 customers had power.\nIn a statement Wednesday evening, Gov. Ricardo Rosell\u00f3 said the outage was caused by a subcontractor for energy company Cobra when workers damaged a major distribution line while moving a collapsed tower. PREPA said that the distribution line connects a major generating station in the south of the island to substations in the north, where most of the population lives.\n\"I have suggested to the PREPA Board of Directors that they cancel the contract with the Cobra subcontractor who is directly responsible for this power outage,\" Rosell\u00f3 said in the written statement.\nMaria \"Mayita\" Melendez of Ponce, a large city on Puerto Rico's southern coast, said PREPA told her that workers for Cobra Energy were moving the tower near Aguirre, one of the island's major generating plants, when an excavator struck the line, causing a change in voltage that created a chain reaction.\nIn a video statement Wednesday afternoon, PREPA interim director Justo Gonzalez said that when the line failed, the central generating plant in the south stopped functioning and seven major plants along the southern coast collapsed one by one.\nThe agency said its priority is to restore service to critical structures such as hospitals, the airport, water pumps and banks. PREPA tweeted that several hospitals and medical centers had power by midafternoon.\nThe power outage comes two days after PREPA published an online video celebrating the restoration of electric service to 97 percent of its customers.\nWednesday's blackout was the first island-wide power outage since the storm.\nIn recent months, the island has experienced small, regional blackouts as well as wide-ranging outages, such as one last week that left nearly 1 million people without power. Last week, the agency blamed a fallen tree for an outage that cut power to 900,000 people.\nSin Luz: Life without power in Puerto Rico\nTens of thousands of Puerto Ricans living in communities in the island's east and central regions had yet to see their lights come back on since the hurricane. The restoration campaign has been plagued by political power struggles, rough terrain and logistical nightmares that have slowed and frustrated the populace and local leaders.\nMayor Angel P\u00e9rez Otero of Guaynabo, a jurisdiction near San Juan on the northern coast of the island, said his office was inundated by calls from residents about the blackout.\n\"They are having flashbacks to what they have already lived,\" P\u00e9rez Otero said. \"We've experienced too many of these, and frustration. It's worrying how fragile our power grid is.\"\nIn his city, P\u00e9rez Otero said a few businesses were operating only because their generators were still working. The backup power failed at a shopping center, but people continued to shop and use cash. Others rushed to gas pumps anticipating that they would close early and leave them without fuel.\nBut other parts of the city were \"paralyzed,\" he said.\nThe system's fragility is especially concerning with the beginning of hurricane season only a couple of months away, giving federal and local officials little time to begin strengthening the decades-old and unkempt power grid in Puerto Rico.\n\"Sadly, this is the reality we will have to endure if another storm comes,\" he said. \"There's no time to improve the system.\"\nThe mayor said he hopes funding that Congress set aside for the island can be disbursed quickly and focused on mitigation plans to help residents make it through another storm season.\n\"It needs to start,\" he said. \"We are grateful for the companies and workers who came here. I would've liked if things went faster, but here we are.\"\nThe Culture of Media\nSometimes the news is the story. Follow our team of columnists and reporters who write about the media.\nNBC, MSNBC employees plan walkout in protest of layoffs\nAmazon adds gambling network to Prime Video, weighs stand-alone sports app\nPerspective|The thing Harry Whittington refused to lie about","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Maserati Bellagio Fastback\nRevolutions!\n\"[vimeo]http:\/\/vimeo.com\/59898962[\/vimeo] All over the planet people are getting in tune with how life-affirming it can be to have an intimate relationship with the things they consume. Folk are getting into the idea that, from home grown \"\nHurst Racing Tires\nWritten by Michael Fordham\nStumbled across a very nice little video from the nice folks at Hurst Racing Tires.\nIt seems the hand-made aesthetic has trickled down all the way to the consumption and production of traction. We've no idea how they might work, and we wince at the possible costs of a set of these hand-made, low volume lumps of crafted rubber might cost.\nBut, if you like your products straight outta Oregon and shot through with a humour and heritage that mainstream companies can only dream of, then what better way to connect the love of your life to the tarmac?\nBMW 2002 short film \u2013 Autoerotica!\n\"[vimeo]http:\/\/vimeo.com\/8698509[\/vimeo] Now we love our motors. And we love our HD video. And we love our soul music. But whoever is responsible for this webbified conjunction of three of our favourite things is either REALLY in \"\nNissan S13 Crushed.\n\"This is what he wanted.. from greg deese on Vimeo. [vimeo]http:\/\/vimeo.com\/17240262[\/vimeo] We can understand this. You spend the majority of your hard earned cash and a goodly proportion of your precious spare time getting the car \"\nThe Ride: from Gestalten\n\"Venerable German publishing house Gestalten released a few weeks ago their book on the rise and rise of the Custom Bike scene. There's a couple of nice films we thought we'd share that paint a vivid picture of the European \"\nRay Gordon Photography\n\"Images Ray Gordon via TSY Ray Gordon is one of those photographers whose mission it is to make you feel woefully under- lifestyled. The Oregon lensman and promotor of good time vibes has been a fixture on TSJ and other \"\nRenault Alpine A442\/3\n\" Call it a Porsche baiting hare, an impractical bubble-top fantasy or the greatest Renault ever to race : but the Alpine A442\/3 was definitely the fastest Renault ever to put rubber on a circuit - clocking 238MPH in qualifying trim in \"\nInvalid Trikes\n\"If you're of a certain age, you'll remember the sight and sound of the powder blue invalid tricycles that were once a common sight on our roads and at our football stadia. But do you know the story behind them? \"\nRichie Finney: Being Part of the Harley-Davidson Family\n\"Motoring brands don't come much bigger than Harley-Davidson. In fact, brands in general don't come much bigger than Harley-Davidson. It's a name that transcends industries, cultures and the seven continents. And probably Mars when we colonise it. \"\nThe mid-90s \u2013 Top Marques\n\"It might seem strange to talk about another mag as part of an Influx edition, but there's no greater insight into the motoring world than a car sales magazine. At least it used to be, before the internet stole their \"","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Montana lawmakers send constitutional carry bill to governor\nGov. Steve Bullock, a Democrat with a track record of dropping veto ink on gun reform measures, will now weight constitutional carry in Montana. (Photo: AP)\nA bill that would allow for lawful concealed carry without a permit is heading to Gov. Steve Bullock for signature over the opposition of gun control advocates.\nThe proposal, drafted last October, gained momentum in recent weeks, passing by a 56-43 margin in the House last month before winning a closer 28-21 roll call Thursday.\nAdvocates for the measure feel the time was right for an update to the state's concealed carry laws.\n\"\"We should stop kidding ourselves,\" said state Sen. Scott Sales, R-Bozeman. \"People that want to commit a crime aren't going to pay attention to the concealed carry portion of the law right now.\"\nThe legislation, HB 298, is a simple two-page act that would allow the carry of concealed firearms in the state without a permit providing the residents can legally possess a firearm. Currently, the state enjoys a rural form of constitutional carry, with permits only required inside city limits. If signed into law, the patchwork system would be homogenized statewide with no permits needed.\nNevertheless, the seemingly simple proposal has drawn fire from gun control groups who criticize the measure.\nBacked by a recent poll paid for by former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg's Everytown for Gun Safety group that suggests a majority of those asked support a requirement to have a permit for concealed carry, some are calling upon the governor to veto the bill.\n\"It's clear from the broad coalition gathered here today and from recent polling showing 83 percent of Montanans support requiring a permit to carry a concealed weapon, that these bills are not what we need to keep our families and communities safe;\" said Pamela Owen, with Moms Demand Action, part of the Everytown group in a statement.\nConstitutional carry bills have been a popular item nationwide with state legislatures this session. Texas, New Hampshire, Utah and Kansas have all made progress on measures of their own in recent weeks.\nThis week West Virginia lawmakers gave their final seal of approval to a measure to bring the practice to that state despite opposition similar to that seen in Montana.\nThe bill is now headed to the desk of Gov. Steve Bullock (D) who has vetoed gun reform measures on nullification and campus carry since taking office in 2013.\nIf he elects to not address the legislation within 10 days of official bill transmittal from the legislature, HB 298 will become law without his signature.\nPolitics & 2nd Amendment\nThe Sig Sauer P320 X5 Legion is an Amazing Pistol\nThe Sig Sauer p320 X5 Legion has been on the market for a little while now. So I wanted to bring you a review after shooting more than 30,000 rounds through mine over a year of competing in 3-gun and USPSA.\n17 Reasons to Love the Glock 17\nGlock 17s are trusted by law enforcement and militaries around the world. But they are also great guns for civilians. Here are our top 17 reasons to get a Glock 17.\nSig P320 vs. Sig P365 for Concealed Carry\nSig's P365 and P320 offer two great options for concealed carry. Their compact sizes and high magazine capacities make them excellent choices for everyday carry. They're also easy to customize.\nSentry Strap: A Must-Have for Your Fighting Rifle\nThe Sentry Strap keeps your sling out of the way until it is needed. It then releases the sling with minimal effort, allowing the user to enjoy all the benefits a sling provides.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"DANIELLE BRADBERY ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM I DON'T BELIEVE WE'VE MET DUE DECEMBER 1\nAlbum Cover Art Courtesy of BMLG Records\n\"Sway\" Singer Presents New Approach With First LP Since 2013\nNASHVILLE, TN (August 4, 2017) \u2013 After a long wait for devoted fans, singer\/songwriter DANIELLE BRADBERY announced today her highly-anticipated sophomore albumI DON'T BELIEVE WE'VE MET, out December 1 on BMLG Records. As the title suggests, the multi-faceted artist is re-introducing herself after taking time since her debut LP to focus on the writing process and for the first time, infusing her own story into her songs. As revealed to Billboard, Bradbery shares the part of her \"that not many people know\" with this project.\nPenning seven of the 10 tracks, Bradbery embarked on a four-year songwriting journey in preparation of I DON'T BELIEVE WE'VE MET, alongside ACM Awards Male Vocalist of the Year Thomas Rhett as well as GRAMMY\u00ae Award-winning songwriter Emily Weisband and GRAMMY\u00ae-nominated songwriter Jeff Pardo to create songs that were an honest reflection of her story. Chart-topping songwriters Rhett Akins (Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean) and Nicolle Galyon (Kenny Chesney, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert) also penned tunes on the project.\nCo-producers Josh Kerr, Afterhrs (One Direction), Alysa Vanderheym, Jason Gantt (Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Brooks & Dunn), Julian Bunetta (One Direction, Thomas Rhett) and Sam Ellis (Marina McBride, Hunter Hayes) all helped to fine-tune the \"fresh new sound\" (Rolling Stone Country) of the album.\n\"I am more than ready to re-introduce myself with music that is true to my story and my sound after diving into the writing process over the past four years,\" said Bradbery. \"With I DON'T BELIEVE WE'VE MET, I got the opportunity to work with amazing writers and producers that brought out my unique style and allowed me to tap into so many different influences. This is the beginning of a new chapter for me, and I am so excited for everyone to hear what we've made.\"\nExclusive autographed bundles now available for pre-order here: http:\/\/smarturl.it\/IDBWM.\nLead single \"Sway,\" which Rolling Stone Country says pushes Bradbery's \"smooth vocals to the fore\" with \"a mix of danceable R&B, pop and country\" that \"strips away any bells and whistles to create a breezy summertime jam\" was co-written by Bradbery, Weisband and Johan Fransson and is the first taste of the forthcoming album's sound. \"Sway\" is available now atstreaming anddigital retailers, and will impact Country radio August 28. Listen now: http:\/\/smarturl.it\/DBSwayStatic.\nAlways going to her fans first, the singer has shared her journey from the 17-year-old that won NBC's The Voice, in 2013 to the confident 21-year-old she is now with a five-chapter video series that fans unlocked, telling her story as she went.\nI DON'T BELIEVE WE'VE MET Track List:\n1. \"Sway\" | Danielle Bradbery, Johan Fansson, Emily Weisband\n2. \"Potential\" | Danielle Bradbery, Johan Lindbrandt, Emily Weisband\n3. \"What Are We Doing\" | Danielle Bradbery, Sam Ellis, Thomas Rhett, Emily Weisband\n4. \"Worth It\" | Danielle Bradbery, Jeff Pardo, Molly Reed\n5. \"Can't Stay Mad\" | Danielle Bradbery, Ian Franzino, Andrew Haas, Steph Jones\n6. \"Messy\" | Danielle Bradbery, Hannah Ellis, Josh Kerr\n7. \"Red Wine + White Couch\" | Nicolle Galyon, Alysa Vanderheym, Emily Weisband\n8. \"Hello Summer\" | Rhett Akins, Julian Bunetta, Jaren Johnston, Thomas Rhett\n9. \"Human Diary\" | Josh Kerr, Emily Weisband\n10. \"Laying Low\" | Danielle Bradbery, Jason Gantt, Heather Morgan\nLearn more about Danielle at DanielleBradbery.com or follow her on Facebook at Facebook.com\/DanielleBradbery, Instagram @daniellebradbery and Twitter at @DBradbery.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Map of All Parks\nComfort Safety Zone\nJohnson Lake\nLake Street\nNaylor Mill Forest Trail\nNewton-Camden Tot Lot\nWoodcock\n3rd Friday\nEastern Shore Mountain Bike Association\nEastern Shore Running Club\nJohnson's Pond\nNational Folk Festival\nCity Park Mountain Bike Trails\nSchumaker Pond\nWalk Wicomico\nSalisbury, Maryland To Host National Folk Festival, 2018 \u2013 2020\nJune 5, 2017 November 20, 2018 Parks & Rec\nMayor Jake Day is excited to announce that Salisbury has been named the official 2018 \u2013 2020 National Folk Festival Host City. Salisbury was among 34 cities nationwide that competed for the honor of hosting the nation's preeminent traveling celebration of traditional arts and culture for a three-year stay in 2018, 2019 and 2020. The City of Salisbury and the National Council for the Traditional Arts (NCTA) made the announcement today at a press event in Downtown Salisbury. The Festival will begin its three-year stay in Salisbury in September of 2018.\nThe prestigious National Folk Festival is the nation's longest-running traditional arts event: a three-day, free, outdoor, multicultural celebration of music, dance and traditional arts and culture, which historically draws upwards of 150,000 attendees, along with an economic impact of approximately $30 million a year.\nProduced by the non-profit National Council for the Traditional Arts, the National Folk Festival has been presented in 28 cities across the country, from Chattanooga to Nashville, Richmond and Greensboro, since its inception in 1934. The NCTA partners with communities across the nation to present the Festival, which is free to the public, for three years with the understanding that the local host community intends to continue its own festival once the National moves on to its next site.\nDuring the month of February, representatives of the NCTA visited Salisbury to evaluate the City and determine its suitability for the multiple-stage event. The Mayor's Office, City Council, Ward Museum Executive Director Lora Bottinelli, the City's Business Development Specialist Laura Kordzikowski, Salisbury Arts and Entertainment District Executive Director Jamie Heater, Salisbury-Wicomico Economic Development Director Dave Ryan, Wicomico County Tourism Manager Kristen Goller, Former Chamber of Commerce CEO Ernie Colburn, and Salisbury University President Dr. Janet Dudley-Eshbach were all instrumental in making the case for Salisbury as host city.\n\"We were so impressed with the dynamic energy evident in Salisbury, a collective will that is propelling the community in exciting new directions,\" said NCTA Executive Director Julia Olin. \"Clearly, if you want to be where the real action is \u2013 and we do \u2013 it is in a city like Salisbury with a creative, holistic vision for its future. We look forward to a great partnership and successful festivals that celebrate the richness and variety of American culture writ large, and the vibrant regional culture of Maryland's Eastern Shore, right here in the heart of the historic Delmarva Peninsula.\"\n\"We are especially pleased that, for the first time in its long history, the National Folk Festival will be presented in our home state of Maryland. Statewide support for Salisbury and the festival effort has been tremendous.\"\nThe Festival will bring with it as many as six stages of continuous music, a dance pavilion, traditional crafts, regional food, storytelling, parades and folklife demonstrations to Downtown Salisbury. With well over 100,000 in attendance each year, the National Folk Festival will become a major new arts destination event unprecedented in the city's history.\n\"For a decade now, with 3rd Friday and events like the River City Arts Jam and the Shore Craft Beer Fest, we have thrown our arms wide and embraced the arts community in the heart of our City,\" said Mayor Day. \"With this announcement, the City of Salisbury redoubles its commitment to being the cultural heart and soul of Delmarva and\u2014for the three years from 2018 to 2020\u2014the entire country. Salisbury has long been eager to, and is now proud to step into the national spotlight.\n\"The National Folk Festival's residency will strengthen our partnerships with our cornerstone arts and cultural organizations such as Salisbury University's Music, Dance and Cultural Affairs departments, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Salisbury-Wicomico Arts Council, Community Players, the Salisbury Symphony Orchestra, the multiple local dance studios, the Academy of Music Performance \u2013 all of these organizations will benefit from having this festival right here at home, and they will all benefit from the community outreach which the NCTA has built into the National Folk Festival. We are so grateful for the support of Governor Larry Hogan, DHCD Secretary Ken Hold, DHCD Assistant Secretary Carol Gilbert, Commerce Secretary Mike Gill, Managing Director of the State Division of Tourism Film and the Arts, Liz Fitsimmons, and the staff of the Maryland State Arts Council.\n\"This isn't just a one-time event \u2013 it is a series of events which has the potential to bring 150,000 or more people to the heart of the city, and pump tens of millions of dollars into our economy. It is a cultural experience that will enrich our children, and leave a new, annual event in its wake, continuing that enrichment for years to come.\n\"It is an honor to be able to tell the world that Salisbury, Maryland is the official host city of the 2018 to 2020 National Folk Festival, and Downtown Salisbury is the place where it's happening!\"\nAbout the National Folk Festival\nSince it was first presented in St. Louis in 1934, the National Folk Festival, the NCTA's flagship event, has celebrated the roots, richness and variety of American culture. Championed in its early years by Eleanor Roosevelt, it was the first event of national stature to present the arts of many nations, races, and languages on equal footing. It was also the first to present to the public musical forms such as the blues, Cajun music, a polka band, Tex-Mex conjunto, Peking Opera, and many others. Today, the National is an exuberant traveling festival, produced by the NCTA in partnership with communities around the country that embraces the diverse cultural expressions that define us as a people in the 21st century.\nAbout the National Council for the Traditional Arts (NCTA)\nA leading non-profit in the field, the National Council for the Traditional Arts (NCTA), is dedicated to the presentation and documentation of folk and traditional arts in the U.S. Stressing excellence and authenticity, the NCTA presents the nation's finest traditional artists in major festivals, tours, concerts, workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions, media productions, school programs, cross-cultural exchanges and other activities. It works in partnership with American communities to establish new, sustainable traditional arts events that deliver lasting social, cultural and economic benefits. Over 6,000 hours of the NCTA's archival audio recordings dating from the 1930s are permanently housed at the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress. The NCTA champions the interests of folk and traditional artists and organizations in the arena of public policy.\nUncategorized. permalink.\n2018 SBY Marathon\nThe sounds of summer: Salisbury Community Band\nCity Park Benches and Trash Cans\nIce skating to return to Salisbury for the holidays\nFirst Walk Salisbury of 2018\nRiverwalk ampitheater ground broken","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Viola Davis, Wei Tang\nDirected by: Michael Mann (\"Heat,\" \"The Insider\")\nWritten by: Morgan Davis Foehl (debut)\nHere it is, mid-January, and for the second year in a row we're offered up another action thriller from a respected director at the box office. Last year we had the would-be franchise reboot \"Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit\" from director Kenneth Branagh (coming off of the first \"Thor\" movie) and starring the handsome Chris Pine, left stranded by a studio who lost faith in the project along the way, dumping it in the dead of January to be mostly forgotten. This year, we have \"Blackhat,\" from acclaimed director Michael Mann (\"Heat\") and starring Thor himself, Chris Hemsworth. Mann alone commands attention, even if his past two films were lackluster, but along the way something must have fallen apart with \"Blackhat\" and it appears Universal decided to cut its losses.\nAs an impossibly hunky blackhat (read: bad guy) hacker, Hemsworth's Nicholas Hathaway is introduced in prison being roughed up by guards and brought in front of the warden for hacking into the prison's computer system (using a contraband cell phone that gave him a command line (!) as if the prison runs on DOS) to add money to fellow prisoners' accounts. When a Chinese nuclear power plant is hacked, causing a near-meltdown, Chinese officer Chen Dawai (Leehom Wang) and FBI agent Carol Barrett (Viola Davis) arrange for Hathaway's release. The reason: the malicious code the hacker is using is a derivation of a code written by Dawai and Hathaway, and together they're the only ones who can track the hacker down before he hits an even bigger target.\nPeppered with spots of horrible dubbing, inconsistent special effects, and musical cues that seem to drop in and out at random, \"Blackhat\" feels strangely abandoned, as if Mann and the studio didn't bother to add any sort of polish to the final product, recognizing they had what ends up being a dumb, mid-level techno-action movie unworthy of the prestige crime drama reputation Mann has earned over the years. Filled with techno-babble that only half makes sense, hacking scenes that play out like video games, and boring special effects meant to represent what goes on inside a computer (spoiler: it looks dumb and is completely stupid) when a virus is unleashed, \"Blackhat\" relies too heavily on making Hemsworth an action-adventure hero hacking genius, hoping you don't question why a furloughed convict would go on an international manhunt and participate in armed raids. Drag \"Blackhat\" to the recycle bin and pretend it never existed.\nTagged 2015Chris HemsworthjerrodreviewMichael MannMorgan Davis FoehlViola DavisWei Tang","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"The Cross & the Switchblade and Run Baby Run (DVD)\nNow both exciting films are together on one DVD!\nSpecial Anniversary Edition\nThe Cross & the Switchblade and Run Baby Run (DVD) quantity\nCategories: History, Teen Challenge Gear\nThe Cross and the Switchblade has been digitally remastered from the original 35mm negative.\nAlthough the original events depicted in this classic from the drug-infested, gang-dominated streets happened over 50 years ago, the life-changing solution that David Wilkerson brought to desperate lives was just the beginning.\nNow in over 25 languages, The Cross & the Switchblade, starring Pat Boone and Eric Estrada, is one of those rare films that has shown its unique power to connect with the deepest hopes and fears of youth around the world. It remains today one of the most compelling stories of love, grace and the truth that no one is ever so far gone that they cannot find the way out.\nEnglish, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, French, Italian, German and Polish language tracks with or without English subtitles.\nBiographical information on actors, director's commentary, testimony by Nicky Cruz, and a look back on the making of the film and its impact.\nChapter titles provided for easy scene access.\nThe historic Run Baby Run video presents the touching, true story of Nicky Cruz's life. Share the miracle of a transformed life \u2014 a life changed from bondage to drugs, violence and crime to a life serving Jesus Christ.\nImagine being born into a family bound by the worship of evil spirits and the occult. Fast forward to the streets of New York City, where being the leader of one of America's most violent gangs was a badge of honor.\nShare the miracle of a transformed life \u2014 a life changed from bondage to drugs, violence and crime to a life serving Jesus Christ.\nThis historic video presents the touching, true story of Nicky Cruz's life. You will marvel at the human drama of Nicky's story that gained worldwide attention in The Cross and the Switchblade book and movie. You will share the former gang leader's spiritual experience as you witness how God gave him the call to take the message of Jesus Christ to teen gangs throughout t America and the world.\n7.75 \u00d7 5.5 \u00d7 0.5 in\nStarman Argyle Socks\nMens Orange Long Sleeved Polo\nTeen Challenge: Living the Legacy (DVD)\nDavid Wilkerson: The Cross, the Switchblade, and the Man Who Believed\nUnisex Heather Clay Jersey Tee\nMichael Farmer\nTeen Challenge: 50 Years of Miracles (DVD)\nPrint \u2013 David Wilkerson at the Courthouse","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"The Hungarian University is at the forefront of the British QS world ranking\nBy Izer Derek \/ March 5, 2021\nThe University of Szeged (SZTE) became the best university in Hungary in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) world ranking, and SZTE was also excellent in the science and field lists for 2021. Based on the results published on Wednesday, Tessa Riverside University was on the podium in the British QS list in Several areas in Hungary.\nThe pollsters examined five majors and 51 majors, according to which 1453 higher education institutions were ranked. When compiling the lists, evaluations of the academic field and employers, as well as the two indicators that characterize citation from scientific works, were taken into account, with different weightings according to specialty: the number of citations per work and the number of times of citation. Deer pointer.\nUniversity will find In the field of life sciences and medicine 451-500. QS World University Rankings ranked by topic In its most recent edition, which held its podium last year.\nSijd University performed the strongest fields of science here, which also contributed to the fact that in the field of medicine belongs to it, the prestigious 351-400. Put the foundation graduated. In addition, this year SZTE was again included in the thematic list studying the field of agriculture and forestry in 351-400. Place. In the biological sciences 501-550. You can get a spot for yourself, which also means a place on the platform.\nIn addition to the above, within the broader natural sciences category, the 551-600 list obtained in the field of chemistry also includes the 551-600 acquired. With space. In addition, in the year 2021, the University of Sejd was added to the field of Physics and Astronomy for the first time as 551-600. You can get a place for yourself.\nSee also Index - Tech Science - The Dark Web: Click Scam Tricks\nLooking at the results, it can be said\nOne of the best universities in Hungary, Szeged University holds prominent positions in the QS world rankings year after year.\nThe institution has also been excellent in the QS World University Rankings: here 501-510. Which was the best center in Hungary.\nMost of America's top leaders are placed in quarantine\nTsunami was released in New Zealand due to strong earthquakes","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Tag Archives: Mastering Civility: A Manifesto for the Workplace\nThat's All I Ask of You \/ Coping With Workplace Stress \/ Friday: At School (Shakespeare Play Rehearsal)\n\"We must know\nthat we have been created for greater things,\nnot just to be a number in the world,\nnot just to go for diplomas and degrees,\nthis work and that work.\nWe have been created in order\nand to be Loved.\"\nGod has been invited to come in.\nLife can begin\nImagine yourself\nas another living Being.\nAnd God\nhas been invited\nand forgive you\nof all your sin,\nand rebuild the Life\nthat housed all your previous\ndays,\nall the moments that for you\ndid exist.\nLife can begin again.\nThe first thought\nthat flies past you,\nis that you cannot understand\nwhat He is doing.\nNo one can ever\nreally understand.\n\"Great is our Lord,\nand abundant in power;\nhis understanding is\nbeyond measure.\"\nno longer exists.\nOnly tomorrow\nis real again.\nThe pain is no longer here to stay.\nThe pain,\nfrom so many years,\nthat never\nseemed to go away,\nin one moment,\non one precious day,\nis no longer\nhere to stay.\n\"For which cause we faint not;\nbut though our outward man perish,\nyet the inward man is renewed\nday by day.\"\n\u2013 2 Corinthians 4:16\nGod is preparing\na place for your\nbeyond forever,\nwill He stay\nin Love with you.\nHe will never\nnot Love you.\nHe asks in return,\nis that you Love\nnot what we ask\nof others\nin Life?\n\"No more talk of darkness\nForget these wide eyed fears.\nI'm here, nothing can harm you.\nMy words will warm and calm you.\nLet me be your freedom.\nLet daylight dry your tears.\nI'm here, with you, beside you,\nTo guard you and to guide you\nEvery waking moment.\nOh, I do Love you\nthat's all I ask of you.\nAnywhere you go\nlet me go too.\nLove me,\n\u2013 Andrew Lloyd Webber\nto be,\nis as simple as\nPlease Love Me.\"\nCoping With Workplace Stress\nby Diana Louise Carter\nin Esperanza\n(Hope to Cope with Anxiety and Depression)\nTaking steps to strengthen your resilience, plus seeking treatment if necessary, will help you handle cranky customers, toxic co-workers, and other on the job stressors.\nAfter a really stressful day at work, Katie, an RN, spends a little extra drive time in her car.\n\"Once I leave the office, work stays here. I try absolutely my best not to take it home,\" says Katie, who lives in Alabama. \"Even if you have to drive around for a few minutes by yourself.\"\nThat's what professional counselors call a \"calming ritual\" \u2013 something that may come in especially handy for nurses like Katie, home health workers, bus drivers, social workers, and people employed in restaurants, real estate, personal services, and manufacturing.\nThose are among occupations with the highest rates of depression, as ranked by two studies \u2013 one published in 2010, the other in 2014. Authors of the later study identified \"frequent or difficult interactions\" with the public or clients, high levels of stress, and low levels of physical activity as characteristics the jobs had in common.\nNo matter the profession, strains like cranky customers, uncivil bosses, unpredictable work schedules, unreasonable deadlines, and the 24\/7 electronic tether of our mobile devices can challenge anyone's well-being.\nIn the American Psychological Association's 2012 annual Stress in America Survey, 65 percent of respondents listed work as their top source of life stress \u2013 but only 37 percent said they were \"doing an excellent or very good job managing stress.\"\nKatie says hospital nursing is so demanding it's sometimes hard to take a break to regroup.\n\"You're the person who goes between the doctor and the patient,\" she notes. \"All of it kind of gets put on your shoulders. If it all goes wrong \u2026 nurses just catch most of the blame.\"\nKatie prefers to practice in a small clinic where the pace and workload are more comfortable. A case manager for an outpatient mental health and substance abuse program, she's a fan of adult coloring books\u2014 \"they're actually very calming\" \u2013 and journaling for stress relief.\nCREATIVE CHANGES\nExpert advice for dealing with job stress tends to fall into two categories: steps you can take at work, such as using all your allotted breaks or advocating for different duties, and steps you can take outside work to better your health and enrich your life satisfaction\u2014getting more exercise, for example, or pursuing hobbies that make you happy.\nSteven implemented both types of solutions when the demands of his brewery job in upstate New York contributed to an anxiety diagnosis in 2007.\nSteven, 57, had to follow complicated and precise recipes to craft huge tanks of \"malternatives\" like fruit-flavored alcoholic beverages and hard lemonade. Once he was formally reprimanded for using an ingredient from a new supplier that hadn't been certified yet, which meant the whole batch went down the drain. He found himself overthinking all the steps in making beer coolers.\nHe was able to implement one creative change in his work flow to reduce his second-guessing: He would line up ingredients before he started and as each was added, he'd remove it from the bench.\nThere were other aspects of the job came he couldn't control, however. His schedule rotated through day, evening and night shifts\u2014a documented risk factor in depression and anxiety. He would frequently be called away from one task to attend a process elsewhere in the brewery complex, which made it harder to meet his production deadlines. Cost-cutting layoffs shrank his department from five employees per shift to three.\nTo counterbalance on-the-job aggravations, Steven pursued nature photography on his own and with a meet-up group.\n\"Photography helps,\" says Steven, who took a disability retirement last year due to a bum knee. \"Taking walks, occupying yourself, looking around. Your mind isn't replaying all that went on in work again.\"\nRESTORING RESILIENCE\nThe American Institute of Stress notes that job pressures in and of themselves may be less important than how individuals fit with the work environment. For example, there are people who thrive in pressure-cooker situations while others have a lower tolerance for overload.\nWhat's happening outside of work can make a difference, too. At times, life stressors plus job stressors may add up to more than an individual's natural resilience can handle. That's when buttressing your reserves with activities that strengthen your physical self (especially good sleep), reinforce a positive perspective (such as reframing problems), and dilute tension (yoga, anyone?) become even more important.\nAllison got caught in a period of institutional upheaval shortly after starting a new job at a prestigious music conservatory in Rochester, New York.\n\"We had to downsize my department. I had to fire people to cut costs. I had to outsource services at the same time I was learning the job,\" recalls Allison, who was hired to oversee publications and public affairs.\nIn her personal life, Allison was dealing with her mother's declining health and her marriage was slowly unraveling. Diagnosed with depression, she worked with her doctor and therapist to come up with coping tools.\n\"My doctor suggested maybe doing art or exercising. I swam laps. I would sit quietly at night and listen to the radio and draw mandalas. I would paint,\" says Allison.\nAs the environment at work worsened, Allison decided on a more radical solution: Leaving that job to look for opportunities where she could be self-employed.\nThe \"take this job and shove it\" approach may be the best option in some circumstances, but for many it feels like an impossible choice. Robert W. McLellarn, PhD, often counsels people who are stressed out because of their jobs.\n\"They feel like they have to keep going to keep the paycheck,\" notes McLellarn, a licensed clinical psychologist in Portland, Oregon, who specializes in treating anxiety.\nMcLellarn says that taking some sort of action short of leaving a bad job can be a stress reliever. For example, pursue the skills or training needed to get a more fulfilling job. The goal is to feel less stuck.\n\"Even giving people some strategies, some ideas, some hope that this can change is rewarding,\" says McLellarn.\nWORKPLACE ALLIES\nAssuming clear guidelines from human resources and a sympathetic supervisor, negotiating accommodations can be an on-the-job option. Opinion varies on whether it's wise to divulge mental health challenges, and a lot depends on an individual's particular situation and comfort level.\nGenella of Brandon, Manitoba, coaches individuals on managing stress and advises companies on how to establish \"psychologically safe\" workplaces through her consulting firm Partners in Discovery. Although more employers are recognizing the bottom-line benefits of reducing burnout, she acknowledges that ignorance and stigma haven't disappeared.\n\"People understand if you have a cast on your leg, but if you're stressed, people still think it's a character flaw,\" says Genella, who has dealt with depression and anxiety herself.\nSimilarly, Genella points out, people can see that someone with a broken leg needs an elevator to go between floors, but they may not know what sort of supports to offer for a person with depression or anxiety.\nGenella says Canadian law acknowledges addiction issues, but hasn't codified accommodations for mental health.\nProtections assured by the U.S. Americans with Disabilities Act may come into play if symptoms interfere with job responsibilities, according to Job Accommodations Network, a program of the U.S. Department of Labor and academic and industry partners.\nLisa of Brooklyn found an ally when she went to work part-time as an admissions coordinator at a law school in New York City nine years ago. Lisa, 46, has lived with sometimes disabling anxiety since her teens. Her department head allowed her to switch around her schedule if a panic attack erupted on a day she was due in.\nWhen Lisa feels overwhelmed at the office, she takes a bathroom break to practice deep breathing exercises. She also finds prayer calming.\nHaving a strong support network at home keeps Lisa fortified for work demands. She finds that in her husband and parents, who live in the same apartment building. Weekly visits with her beloved nephews, ages 5 years old and 4 months old, have become a vital tonic.\n\"I call them my sunshine boys,\" she says. \"They should just bottle babies and give that as depression medication.\"\nGenella, meanwhile, thrives on the \"unconditional gratitude, acceptance and love\" of her dog, Tucker.\n\"When you have those, you can't have a stress response at the same time,\" she asserts. \"I suggest that a person find out: When you are stressed, what works for you?\"\nWORKPLACE STRESS: SWITCH GEARS\nIt's important to leave work and all its worries behind once you get home. Creating a destressing ritual can help you move into a new frame of mind. That could be something as simple as changing into more comfortable clothes or having a cup of tea while reviewing the mail.\nIf it's not addressed, chronic work stress can have a negative impact on physical health, family relationships, and life satisfaction. It can tip vulnerable individuals into depression or anxiety, or trigger those already dealing with mental health challenges.\nQuite apart from the personal toll, there's a financial backlash for businesses. One widely quoted statistic puts the annual cost of job stress to the American economy at $300 billion.\nThat includes the estimated burden of accidents due to fatigue and inability to concentrate, employee turnover, and loss of productivity due to absenteeism and \"presenteeism\"\u2014in attendance bodily but unable to work at normal capacity.\nAccording to the Harvard Business Review, studies show that presenteeism due to chronic illnesses\u2014including conditions like allergies and arthritis \u2013 costs employers two to three times more than direct medical care.\nLooking specifically at depression in the workplace, the advocacy organization Mental Health American cites a figure of $51 billion annually in indirect costs to the U.S. economy.\nIn Canada, more than 30 percent of disability claims and 70 percent of disability costs can be traced to mental health issues, according to the Mental Health Commission of Canada. However, such payouts may yield a rich payback.\nIn a 2009 survey of 3,000 Alberta workers found that 255 people (or nearly 10 percent) confirmed they'd had a depressive episode in the year before they were interviewed. Those who had received treatment were significantly more likely to report being able to function at a highly productive level at work compared to those who had not sought help\nTOXIC WORKPLACE ANTITOXINS\nSometimes job stress doesn't come from the work itself but from the people you work with. In her book Mastering Civility: A Manifesto for the Workplace, Christine Porath, PhD, chronicles the toll that a toxic workplace can take on employees and employers.\nProductivity tends to decrease and work absences tend to increase. If workers burn out and leave, businesses face the expense of replacing them. People are likely to carry workplace stress home at the end of the day, with poisonous effects on their health and relationships.\nWhether a single bout of yelling or constant \"micro-aggressions\" by a difficult supervisor, the effects \"can stick with people for decades,\" Porath says. \"It takes a cognitive toll even if you just observe it.\"\nMinimizing face-to-face contact can be a legitimate strategy, such as steering clear of committee work with a co-worker who pushes your buttons. Some other recommendations:\nFor a reality check, discreetly ask co-workers whether they're having similar problems. Try to evaluate where there's an objective issue affecting everyone, like unreasonable deadlines or constant disrespect, or whether you are particularly reactive.\nTry talking with your supervisor about specific behaviors and situations that are making you feel stressed. Some may welcome the feedback, others may react negatively.\nIf your supervisor is not receptive to your concerns, consider moving up the chain of command or turning to the human resources department or a union representative.\nIf unclear job expectations are creating stress, ask to work with your supervisor on developing written guidelines you can both agree upon\nFEEL THE BURN(OUT)\nThe Mayo Clinic lists these signs of job burnout:\nHave you become cynical or critical at work?\nDo you drag yourself to work and have trouble getting started once you arrive?\nHave you become irritable or impatient with co-workers, customers or clients?\nDo you lack the energy to be consistently productive?\nDo you lack satisfaction from your achievements?\nDo you feel disillusioned about your job?\nAre you using food, drugs, or alcohol to feel better or to simply not feel?\nHave your sleep habits or appetite changed?\nAre you troubled by unexplained headaches, backaches or other physical complaints?\nNo one can ever really understand.\nOur plan to travel this Friday\nhas been postponed due to\nWe will meet at school\nfrom 8:30 a.m.\nto 3:15 p.m.\nand work with our Director,\nGeorge Rodriguez,\non our upcoming\nShakespeare production.\nApril 28 At School (Play rehearsal)\nMay 1 TUITION DUE for 2017-18\nMay 15 & 16 Shakespeare Production at Stage West Theater\nMay 26 Last Day of Semester.\nallowance is made for \"fair use\" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship,and research. 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{"text":"The Body Snatcher (1945)\nThe psychological horror films produced at RKO by Val Lewton, in the brief but fertile span from 1942 to 1946, are really something special. They stand apart from the more flamboyant, monster-dominated thrillers that came out of Universal Studios in the 1930s. Lewton was a highly-educated, sensitive man who brought a subtlety and finely-tuned artistic sensibility to what was considered by many in the industry as a crass, \"lowest common denominator\" genre. He was far more interested in the horrors of the mind, and the kinds of psychological violence that man perpetuates on to others and torments himself with, than in any outright presence of the supernatural. There are plenty who might prefer the grab-you-by-the-throat monster menaces of Universal over the ambiguous, \"is it real or imagined?\" horrors that populate Lewton's works, but few can dispute the skill with which Lewton and his crew of talented collaborators made such powerful films out of such low means.\nStarting with Cat People in 1942, Lewton created 9 short, polished little gems of unease and quiet, slowly-escalating terror, several of which are minor masterpieces of mood and atmosphere. Lewton and his directors (Jacques Tourneur, Robert Wise and Mark Robson), managed to eke out maximum production value from low budgets, through a combination of carefully-composed shots, inventive cinematography and a deliberate, thoughtful blending of the poetic and the macabre. Lewton's films are revered by fans of classic horror, who love to argue over the relative merits of his output. I happen to be partial to I Walked with a Zombie (a classy update of Jane Eyre set in Haiti, more melodrama than horror but gripping nonetheless) and Isle of the Dead (a somber meditation on war, disease, death and madness). All nine - even the comparatively unloved The Ghost Ship - remain fascinating works, and offer many rewards for the patient viewer.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Hysterically Hating on Seattle: Seattle in Pop Culture Part III\nthemetropoleblogMetropolis of the Month, Seattle, Unique Content1 Comment\n\"[T]here really never will be another Silicon Valley,\" Margaret O'Mara wrote in 2008, \"the Valley remains a truly unique ecosystem for technological innovation, with specialized niches and decades\u2010old interpersonal networks. However, it's no longer the only game in town. The people and firms of the Valley are part of a global supply chain in which many places \u2013 including Seattle \u2013 play an important role.\"[1] O'Mara, author of Cities of Knowledge: Cold War Science and the Search for the Next Silicon Valley, would know. The University of Washington historian cut her teeth documenting the burgeoning knowledge economy of the mid-to-late twentieth century\u2014a history that came sharply into focus during the late 1990s and early 2000s.\nAs O'Mara explained, this was not to say Seattle hadn't demonstrated an attention to technological advancement. \"Like the Bay Area and other gold\u2010 and silver\u2010rush cities of the American West, it has a long tradition of supporting innovators and iconoclasts,\" she reminded readers. Still, obstacles persisted. Though its venture capital pool was maturing, it had not reached the dizzying heights of the Valley. University of Washington was a formidable research institution, but not quite a Stanford of the 1950s; the Emerald City undoubtedly attracted talent, but it did not always produce it, as did its Northern California counterpart. In the end, the reality persisted that Silicon Valley occurred at a specific moment in time, in a particular place, in an economic climate spurred by endless postwar military investment.\nWhen Amazon moved its headquarters to a \"multi-block development\" in the city's South Lake Union neighborhood circa 2008, O'Mara noted that this reflected a trend away from the suburbanization of the tech industry; some observers referred to such suburban environs as \"technoburbs\" and \"nerdistans\"; advocates preferred Silicon Valley, Silicon Prairie, or even Silicon Forest \"but never Silicon City.\" To be fair, O'Mara acknowledged that New York City did dub its tech sector, \"scattered across Manhattan,\" Silicon Alley. Likewise, L.A. alluded to its own west side agglomeration of tech by nicknaming it \"Silicon Beach.\" Still, O'Mara's larger point remained essentially correct: \"The gradual emergence of an alternative, more urban model for the high\u2010tech district is a result of the growth and diversification of the technology industry and its workforce.\"[2]\nAmazon's recent purchase of Whole Foods suggests that the company's massive growth will continue. It has been hiring lawyers and other professionals left and right from the East Coast. This influx of young professionals promises to continue reshaping city culture; inevitably some newcomers will chafe at the Pacific Northwest metropolis's notoriously earnest persona.\nEnter Bernadette Fox, the protagonist at the heart of Maria Semple's second novel, Where'd You Go Bernadette? Fox and her husband Elgin Branch, an IT savant employed at Microsoft (MS), decamped from Los Angeles years ago, gave birth to a child, Bee, and settled into life in the city, living in an the increasingly dilapidated, \"Straight Gate,\" a former Catholic School for \"wayward girls\".\nSeattle did not bring out the best in Fox. A former McArthur Grant recipient and gifted architect, she fell off the map upon arrival\u2014creating a sort of ghoulish aura around her. In an email, former mentor and fellow architect Paul Jellinek, warns Fox that a failure to attend to her creative side would result in disaster: \"People like you must create. If you don't create, Bernadette, you will become a menace to society.\"[3]\nJellinek's prediction, though not wholly accurate, was not far off. Fox navigates the city sparingly, leaving the home only when ferrying Bee to her school or dinner with Bee's friend Kennedy. She shops over the internet via a South Asian online assistant, Manjula Kapoor. She rages silently at motorists: \"The drivers here are horrible. And by horrible, I mean they don't realize I have someplace to be.\"\nDespite her own travails, she is not a source of empathy for the downtrodden. \"Seattle. I've never seen a city so overrun with runaways, drug addicts, and bums. Pike Place Market: they're everywhere. Pioneer Square: teeming with them. The flagship Nordstrom: have to step over them on your way in,\" she confides to Jellinek. \"Seattle is the only city where you step in shit and you pray, 'Please god, let this be dog shit.'\"[4] Fox remains unimpressed by local fashion. Seattle women choose from two hairstyles: \"short gray hair and long gray hair. You go into a salon asking for hair color, and they flap their elbows and cluck, 'Oh Goody, we never get to do color!'\"[5] She takes issue with men's aesthetic choices as well: \"fathers only come in one style here, and that's outdoorsy.\"[6]\nHer daughter's school, the Galer Street School, located next to a fish factory, often smells of salmon and the parents reek of the kind of kumbaya sincerity that has earned the city its humorless reputation. After a school fundraising event goes horribly, but hysterically, wrong one parent\u2014a psychiatrist who once worked with residents in post disaster New Orleans and Haiti and now works as a Swedish Medical Center counselor\u2014evaluates students for PTSD. \"During the walk to the bus, I was able to listen, express curiosity, and simply 'be' with the child,\" she relates to parents in an email. \"We are still weighing whether or not to have an all-school assembly, a kindergarten only gathering, or a parent forum to collectively process this traumatic event.\"[7]\nEven the coffee shops have that vaguely craftsman feel, \"Mugsy Expresso, Seattle Way\", John Margolies, John Margolies Roadside America photo archive, Prints and Photographs Division, Library of Congress\nSeattle's vernacular architecture receives the Fox treatment as well. When shopping for houses, Fox compares house hunting to shopping at IKEA, where \"you can't believe how cheap everything is, and even though you may not need a hundred tea lights, my God they're only ninety nine cents for the whole bag?\" More specifically, Seattle's famed collection of Craftsman homes gets no love from Fox:\n\"Everything else is a Craftsman. Turn-of-the-century Craftsman, beautifully restored Craftsman, reinterpretation of Craftsman, needs-some-love Craftsman, modern take on Craftsman. It's like a hypnotist put everyone from Seattle in a collective trance. You are getting sleepy, when you wake up you will want to live only in a Craftsman house, the year won't matter to you, all that will matter is that the walls will be thick, the windows tiny, the rooms dark, the ceilings low, and it will be poorly situated on the lot.\" [8]\nPerhaps traffic would be better with more \"Giant Cones\", this one part of the art walk along Seattle's waterfront, Ryan Reft photographer, 2008\nCity planners do not fare much better. Asleep at the wheel for decades, the zoning commissioner must have handed the reins over to the \"Soviets,\" she argues. Five lane intersections bedevil her waking hours: \"whoever laid out this city never met a four way intersection they didn't turn into a five way intersection.\" Elaborating, she says of the non-craftsman apartment buildings: \"They never met a beautiful view they didn't block with a twenty story old folks home with zero architectural integrity. Wait, I think that's the first time the words \"architectural\" and \"integrity\" have ever been used together in a discussion of Seattle.\"[9]\n\"Fire Station, Seattle Washington\", Carol M. Highsmith, September 22, 2009, Carol M. HIghsmith's America, Prints and Photographs Division, Library of Congress\nSemple, a former television writer for Arrested Development, imbues the story with a healthy sense of humor and based the story on her own struggle with acclimating to Seattle after moving from Los Angeles. \"I was in a miserable mind frame, and I found that I was driving around and all I was thinking about were funny things about how awful Seattle was,\" she told the New York Times in 2012. \"I would do these riffs in my head and I would polish them in my head. It was poisonous and self-pitying.\"[10] Clearly, Fox serves as Semple's exaggerated literary avatar and she tells the story not through a clean straight narrative but rather through what one might describe as a series of primary sources, many from a variety of perspectives: F.B.I. files, diary entries, police and psychiatric reports, letters, emails, report cards, blog posts, newsletters and magazine articles.\nOther aspects of life in twenty-first century Seattle emerge in the novel. For decades, Pacific Northwest natives have looked askance at transplants from California. I personally can remember taking the city's underground tour in the 1990s and baked into the presentation were jokes about Californians driving up real estate prices.\nShane Updike, a school administrator, went to college at Seattle University during the mid-1990s and moved back to the city in 2007 after nearly ten years teaching public high school in New York City. \"House prices in Seattle have risen pretty dramatically over the past 4 or 5 years,\" he told The Metropole recently. The tech boom, foreign investment by homeowners overseas, and a tight housing stock have all contributed to the sharp increase in housing prices. \"Another huge factor is that people are moving to the city from the San Francisco area for tech jobs, and to these people, homes are relatively inexpensive compared to the bay area. These people have money and help to drive up the cost of housing.\"[11]\nThough from the Southern limits of the Golden State, Fox and Elgin represent this exact demographic. As one character tells Fox during a heated argument: \"Nobody realized you were the people from L.A. who came to Seattle and bought a twelve thousand square foot building in the middle of a charming neighborhood and called it your home.\"[12] In the wake of Microsoft, Amazon, and an expanding tech sector, this feeling has only grown. \"Seattle, with the tech industry generally and Amazon specifically, is booming economically and people are moving here,\" confirms Updike.\nThe novel also skewers Seattle's self-image as a \"compassionate,\" tolerant city. Fox mocks the city for its attempts to address pressing social issues like low riding trousers. \"And the mayor said he wanted to get to the root of why kids sag their pants. The fucking mayor. Don't get me started on Canadians. It's a whole thing.\"[13]\nYet one more shot of Seattle's iconic Public Market, photograph Ryan Reft, 2008\nNeither is Fox convinced by claims of metropolitan diversity. Overhearing a conversation in the grocery store about the city's cosmopolitanism, Fox can't resist: \"Encouraged I asked, 'Really?' She said, Sure, Seattle is full of people from all over. 'Like where?' Her answer, 'Alaska. I have a ton of friends from Alaska.' Whoomp there it is.\"[14]\nSemple also gets at the vast change in American culture that has unfolded with the spread of technology. People continually comment on Elgin Branch, Fox's husband and Microsoft \"celebrity\", and his famed TED talk regarding one the company's new cutting-edge products, the Samantha 2; when the F.B.I. gets involved due to Fox's dangerous internet habits, even the investigating agent, Marcus Strang, references the presentation. \"P.S. We all loved your TEDtalk,\" he writes. \"I'd love to see the latest on Samantha 2 if time permits.\"[15] Unsurprisingly, Fox thinks little of Microsoft's larger ambitions: \"Well, on Microsoft's walls are maps of the world, and in case you're still unclear about their dominion, under these maps are the words: THE WORLD.\"\n\"View of Lake Union, Seattle, Washington\", Carol M. Highsmith, September 22, 2009, Carol M. HIghsmith's America, Prints and Photographs Division, Library of Congress\nHow did Seattle react to the book? Local alternative websites like The Stranger endorsed it, describing Where'd You Go Bernadette? as \"the funniest novel ever written about Seattle,\" and nominated it for its 2015 Genius Award in Literature. Some residents, however, remained \"miffed\" about Semple's take on the city\u2014particularly about women's hair, if one bookstore customer is to be believed. In the end, though, all great cities must learn to laugh at themselves, especially at the things that make them notable. \"It's just not a funny place,\" Semple told the Times, but apparently it can be.\n[1] Margaret O'Mara, \"We are not 'the next Silicon Valley'\", crosscut.com, February 18, 2008.\n[2] Margaret O'Mara, \"Amazon joins a parade of high tech to the urban core\", crosscut.com, December 20, 2007.\n[3] Maria Semple, Where'd You Go Bernadette, (New York: Little, Brown, and Company, 2012), 136.\n[4] Semple, Where'd You Go Bernadette, 127-128.\n[5] Semple, Where'd You Go Bernadette, 128.\n[7] Semple, Where'd You Go Bernadette, 78-79.\n[8] Maria Semple, Where'd You Go Bernadette, 25\n[9] Semple, Where'd You Go Bernadette?, 126- 127.\n[10] Julie Bosman, \"A novel asks Seattle to laugh at itself\", New York Times, August 15, 2012.\n[11] Shane Updike, interview with author, June 25, 2017.\n[12] Semple, Where'd You Go Bernadette?, 86.\n[13] Semple, Where'd You Go Bernadette?, 128.\nMember of the Week: Rebecca Scofield\nGoodbye Seattle, Hello Honolulu\nOne thought on \"Hysterically Hating on Seattle: Seattle in Pop Culture Part III\"\nPingback: Goodbye Seattle, Hello Honolulu | The Metropole","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Home\tBoard index Strategy Gamer & Wargamer Front Page Wargamer Front Page Discussion\nAccuracy vs. Overkill: An Overview of HistWar Napoleon\nhttp:\/\/www.wargamer.com\/articles\/accura ... -napoleon\/\nI have this game and do, in fact, have a PhD for the period. However, I concur heartily with the Colonel's conclusion: too much work for too little gain.\nnoonbros\nRe: Accuracy vs. Overkill: An Overview of HistWar Napoleon\nThe review was right on target. I have the game as well, and while I agree its not for everyone, it is the most accurate simulation of the Napoleonic period to date. Graphics aren't state of the art, but the level of detail make up for any visual shortcomings.\nJsherfy\nYou've inspired me to look at this again. I have the demo and did not spend much time with it. It is difficult to follow. What we need is for someone to do a tutorial on You tube for this program. I have gone through some of the tutorials in the demo and as you say, they are not always easy to follow. So if you get inspired to help out, it would be great to see someone demonstrate the way you issue orders in the program. I get to that point and it seems pretty difficult. But what you bring up is exactly what has been missing in other games\/simulations of the period. You need some kind of system that factors in all of the uncertainly that was on a Napoleonic battlefield. Delays in orders. Officers taking initiative and not doing what they were ordered to do. I would love to see this. Certainly the same is true for Civil War battles. We have all these games that allow us to micromanage what is going on and it would be nice if someone were to develop games that take that away. I think it would be frustrating but also educational and interesting.\nJMM\nThank you for this interesting review.\nI agree with a lot of parts of this text and the comments too.\nToday, I can spend a lot of time on this game again. I would like add several shorts tutorials on YouTube to explain the methods for playing the game. Not yet because I prefer to work on the engine.\nSeveral important modifications on the game are in progress.. I don't want speak about that this day No date for the new version.\nHistWar Designer\nIs this a DEAD GAME ?\nI would like to try it. I played the demo ..and yes very Clunky and hard to Follow.\nAnyone want to get rid of their KEY ?\nstuartwhelan\nI would like to try it.\nYUP, NO DEMO any more and ZERO Forum activity.....\nStill would like to give it a try....again\nReturn to \"Wargamer Front Page Discussion\"\nGroup Announcements & Feedback\nStrategy Gamer & Wargamer Front Page\nWargamer Front Page Discussion\nStrategy Gamer Front Page Discussion\nPocket Tactics\nFront Page Discussion\nRPG, Board and Card Games\nNon-Gaming Chat\nNews and Development\nThe Tourney Dome\nPocket Tactics Front Page Discussion\n\u00a9 2015 Strategy Gamer Trade Marks belong to their respective Owners","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Monte Alban archaeological zone\nExplore the amazing pre-Columbian archaeological site of Monte Alban in this morning tour from Oaxaca. Explore this impressive mountain-top complex with its magnificent pyramids, ceremonial rock carvings, a huge ball court and 170 excavated tombs in the company of a knowledgeable local guide. Unesco-designated World Heritage Site Monte Alban is one of the greatest archaeological sites in the Oaxaca Valley. Its history can be traced back to around 500 B.C. when Zapotec builders began levelling the mountaintop and constructing terraces and other works. Around 800 A.D. the Zapotec people abandoned the city for reasons unknown. The Mixtec people later entered the Valley of Oaxaca in 1200 AD and used the Monte Alban site to bury their elite. After hotel pick-up, you'll travel by comfortable coach to the site, situated just 20 minutes away. Explore the massive, well-preserved complex on foot with your professional guide who will provide you with plenty of background to the history of this fascinating site. Visit pyramids, temples and altars, as well as several residential structures \u2013 all built around the rectangular Grand Plaza, a large open area on the flattened plateau. Marvel at the ball court dating back to 100 BC, and then climb up to the Southern Platform, famous, for its wide staircase and great panoramic views. Admire the wonderful series of rock carvings known as The Dancers and wander around some of Monte Alban's 170 tombs. You'll also have plenty of free time to explore on your own before re-boarding your coach back to Oaxaca, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel. Explore the amazing pre-Columbian archaeological site of Monte Alban in this morning tour from Oaxaca. Explore this impressive mountain-top complex with its magnificent pyramids, ceremonial rock carvings, a huge ball court and 170 excavated tombs in the company of a knowledgeable local guide. Unesco-designated World Heritage Site Monte Alban is one of the greatest archaeological sites Meeting\/pick-up point: Collection from hotels. Duration: Four hours. Start\/opening time: 10am. Languages: English and Spanish. Not included: Meal, drinks, entrance fees.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"The 5 Biggest Lies about Liberalism\n5. Multiculturalism - If you haven't seen the billboards yet, liberals love multiculturalism, they embrace all races and religions because they believe in diversity. True? Nope.\nLiberals follow the left's paradigm of waging class warfare. Their interest in minorities extends only to enlisting some disenfranchised groups in their class warfare. Contrary to all the multicultural billboards, liberals are primarily interested in unsuccessful minorities, because they can frighten them, exploit them and farm them as voting blocks. Successful minorities such as Asians, Indians and Jews are wanted only as window dressing. And get the short end of the stick when a real issue comes up. Multiculturalism is really only class warfare disguised as opposition to bigotry. Take away all the historical revisionism about the Democratic party's ugly civil rights history and the empty slogans about diversity, and what you have left is naked political opportunism. The Democratic party trafficked in racism when it suited them (and still does) and dons the halo of tolerance when it suits them now. The left was equally at home working both sides of the street, and the views of great socialists from Jack London to Karl Marx on race, differed little from those of the Nazi party.\nMulticulturalism isn't a philosophy, it's a political organization tactic to bring the groups they consider part of the working class under one umbrella. It's the same old class warfare organizational tactics applied to race and ethnicity. The goal of these tactics is not empowerment, but to create a voting bloc of people who have been convinced that they're doomed to helplessness, without the leadership of the left \"fighting\" on their behalf.\nLiberals can still be and often are bigots. Their bigotry is just informed by political necessity. As a bonus, having the \"diversity\" brand allows them to describe the opposition as bigots, without ever being called out for their own bigotry.\n4. Feminism - We all know of course that liberals are the biggest feminists out there, except when they're running against a woman. Or when a woman accuses their candidate of rape or sexual harassment.\nLike multiculturalism, owning the feminist brand has been convenient. And it was easy enough to manage once feminism became a wholly owned product of academia, funded by liberal groups like the Ford Foundation. This brand of feminism has as much to do with equal rights for women, as African Studies have to do with equal rights for African-Americans. They're basically little more than ways to repackage the agenda politics of the far left in identity colors. That way socialism can be dressed up as a civil rights agenda, and opposition to it becomes racism or sexism.\nThat leads us to the absurd spectacle of academic feminists declaring that successful female candidates who don't share their politics are not feminists, but male candidates who do, are. Dig down to their real definition of feminism, and it turns out to be liberalism.\nNone of this has anything to do with women, just as multiculturalism has nothing to do with race. Take away the disguises, and you end up with the same old ideology marketed to target groups as a political organizing tactic. It's no different than selling cereal, except the cereal is red and comes with a few dozen textbooks.\nLiberals are not interested in empowering women, except to work for them or vote for them. There is no philosophical commitment here to equality for women, only a sales pitch for liberalism.\n3. Friends of the Poor - We know liberals are against poverty, right? Otherwise why all that talk of making the rich pay their fair share. But if you actually look at socialist countries, the poor aren't exactly coming out ahead. What's the problem?\nThe problem is that liberals are not into enriching the poor, but removing what they consider the upper class, and turning over control of the economy to themselves. But a centrally planned economy leads to more poverty, not less. Take away the ability to go up the economic ladder, and how can poverty end?\nIt can't. But ending poverty was never the idea. Wealth redistribution is a neat catchphrase, but the reality is that the rich and the middle class are purged to make way for a new rich and middle class composed of party members. Their brand of equality is not about helping the poor, but putting themselves in charge and imposing an artificial standard of fairness in order to build a perfect society. Before Communism came to Russia, the poor begged on the street. After Communism, begging was illegal and the poor were deported to labor camps as parasites. Because once society is made equal, anyone who's still unequal must be an exploiter or a parasite.\nYou can't end poverty, except through opportunity, and that's the one thing their social system doesn't offer. It's why America under Obama is poorer than ever. Jobs aren't created by confiscating wealth, but by encouraging free enterprise. But when the goal isn't to create jobs, but to create a static society where everyone knows their place, then their way is best. All totalitarian movements are at their heart, reactionary. Even if they're cloaked in red t-shirts and rock concerts. And reactionary movements are often spearheaded by an upper class trying to deny social mobility to the working class. And when you take a magnifying glass to liberalism, that's exactly what it looks like.\nOf course this isn't an original observation. Orwell's Oceania in 1984 worked on the same exact principle. Orwell was warning about the rise of a totalitarian left with no regard for human rights. But it's already here.\n2. Pro-Peace - The left is peaceful in the same way that active volcanoes are gentle, and tsuanmis are a good way to cool off after a long summer day.\nLook around the world at the left of center regimes, and you come away with a horror show of constant conflicts. (The left explains this as the result of vast conspiracies by reactionary forces against the freedom loving peoples of the world and their friendly dictators.) And then count how many liberals wear t-shirts with King or Gandhi on them, and how many wear t-shirts with Che on them.\nIf you read the official talking points, you would have no idea that America fought most of its wars in the 20th century under Democratic Presidents. Or that the enthusiastic revolutionaries of the USSR and China between them accounted for more dead, than would have been produced by a nuclear war.\nBut being pro-peace is yet another talking point. The left is not pro-peace, it's against wars being fought by their political opponents. Take a measure of how much coverage anti-war protests received under Bush, and how much coverage they receive under Obama. The war hasn't gone away, even the protests haven't entirely gone away (mostly by the same Marxist-Trotskyist groups that were running them all along) but the coverage has gone down the rabbit hole.\nThen let's take a walk back to WW2, when American liberals went from being anti-war when Hitler invaded Poland, to being pro-war when he invaded the Soviet Union. The Trotskyists of the era remained anti-war and the Communist party in the United States helped the authorities deal with them. Because suddenly war was in their interest.\nThe liberal position on war is that they are against it, unless they are for it. And then when it's over, they are against it, because it didn't accomplish all their goals. Liberals were against WW2, before they were for it, but then they were against it, once those GI's weren't wearing down German tanks anymore, but blocking Soviet tanks from \"liberating\" the rest of Europe. Liberals were for Israel, when England was against Israel, but they were against Israel, when Arab tanks forwarded from the Soviet Union were being blown up by the damned Israelis.\nAn easy way to sketch out the liberal position on a war, is to check the political ideology of the government fighting it and how it accords with their own politics, the political ideology of the enemy they are fighting against, and the effect on any left wing regimes. Add all that up and you get the liberal position on the war. The further left you go, the higher the bar goes.\nLiberals will support wars by liberal governments against developed countries they consider reactionary. They will generally oppose all wars by conservative governments. They will generally oppose wars by liberal governments against undeveloped countries, sometimes even when those countries are reactionary, unless the government conducting the war is far to the left.\nThere are ideological complications and rivalries in the mix. There's also the human factor. Some American liberals did support the American invasion of Afghanistan initially, but the left never did. A handful of liberals actually thought the American program was within their own ideology, but they were primarily British, and were quickly ostracized for it. On the other hand, George Galloway, who openly supported Saddam, is still considered a hero of the people. Because as bad as Saddam worse, the general agreement is that America was worse, because it represents capitalism and people with jobs. Which are not things the left likes.\nAnd there you have it. The left's commitment to peace. Or rather a commitment to anti-war rallies, when the war in question doesn't seem to be in their interest, and isn't being waged to protect a left-wing country, or a group that the left is allied with.\n1. Patriotic - Every now and then liberals like to claim that they're patriotic. Usually around an election. Of course they're not patriotic in the \"wear a flag on your lapel\" kind of way. They're more patriotic in the \"point out everything wrong with your country and then threaten to move to Canada if you don't win the election\" way. Which is fine. America has seen patriots like that before. They used to wear green coats and moved to Canada, right around the time the last British troops left New York on Evacuation Day.\nOccasionally when in power liberals will actually try to brand their opponents as traitors or unpatriotic, but like a dog trying to talk, it never sounds right. Mostly they have to defend themselves against charges of being unpatriotic, particularly when they've been caught attending a church whose rousing hymn is \"God Damn America\".\nIt's a challenge being patriotic, when you don't believe in American Exceptionalism, or even the value of the Nation-State. When you think that the world would run better if everyone just listened to what the UN tells them to do. When you think that its history is the story of how rich Europeans murdered all the natives and built smokestacks over their graves in order to plunder South America of its fruit-- being patriotic really requires contortionism that would put any circus acrobat to shame.\nThat's probably why liberals don't do the patriotism thing very well. It's hard to spit in someone's face one day and then hug them the next. For liberal politicians, patriotism is one of those unfortunate election season things they try to get through as quickly as possible. And hope no one asks them if they believe in the Constitution.\nWhen they're forced to, they will say something vague about America's heritage of tolerance, and imply that the WW2 GI's were fighting for socialism, civilian trials for terrorists and opposition to tort reform. They're most comfortable around the Civil War and WW2. Anything outside that comfort zone makes them itchy. 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{"text":"Who Killed Deyda Hydara?\nYouth Forum\nShe She She\nFor the Records\nReligious Affairs\nBiblical Reflection\nMuslim Hands\nChristian Panorama\nAbout The Point Newspaper\nEdit - Delete\nShow Media Item - Protecting children - The Institute for the Advancement of Children's Rights\nProtecting children - The Institute for the Advancement of Children's Rights\nafrica \u00bb gambia \u00bb Show Map\nOn 5 July 2018, The Institute for the Advancement of Children's Right (IACR), in collaboration with the Faculty of Law, University of The Gambia held an orientation of selected law students on the theme 'Legal Framework for Juvenile Justice in The Gambia.' The orientation featured Madam Sidi Jobarteh, Chairperson of the Children's Court and Barrister Malick H.B Jallow, President and Founder of IACR as keynote speakers. The event is part of ongoing initiatives by the IACR to raise awareness on topical issues pertaining to juvenile justice, amongst stakeholders.\nThe event was chaired by Sainey Bah, Coordinator of IACR.\nThe Institute for the Advancement of Children's Rights (IACR) was established in December 2013 by the Gambian Lawyer Malick H.B. Jallow Esq. who is also the President of the Institute. The IACR is a non-governmental, non-profit, impartial and non partisan organization with a mandate to promote and protect the rights of children in The Gambia through the provision of legal support and assistance to indigent children in conflict with the law.\nThe institute also seeks to help build a preventive strategy to address the root-causes to why such children get into conflict with the law. To that end, the institute aims to improve the effectiveness and implementation of domestic, African and international human rights instruments on rights of children, including the children's act of Gambia 2005, the African charter on the rights and welfare of the child and the Convention on the rights of the child.\nHtml Script Box - New Html Script Box\nHtml Script Box - Ads by Google\nBack and Next - More\nMedia Actions - Media Actions\nAbout The Point\n\u00a9 Copyright The Point Newspaper. All rights reserved.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Official Google Stadia App for iOS Hits the App Store\nby Usman Qureshi \u2013 Wed, November 13, 2019\nLast month, Google announced its Stadia streaming gaming platform priced at $11.99 CAD per month in Canada for the Pro version, as well as a free version coming in 2020. With the service set to launch on November 19, 2019, in Canada and beyond, an official Google Stadia app for iOS has just hit the App Store (via 9to5Google).\nInstead of allowing users to play games, the Google Stadia iPhone app has been designed to let users manage their games library on the go, especially coming in handy for users playing games on a Chromecast.\nCurrently, only the users who get their Stadia invite code alongside a Founder's or Premiere Edition kit can unlock the Stadia app for iPhone:\nFor the time being, playing Stadia games on smartphones is limited only to Google's own Pixel smartphones. Specifically, Pixel 2, 3, 3a, and Pixel 4 as well. It's expected that Stadia will eventually work on other devices, but we don't know if that will include the iPhone or iPad anytime soon though this app.\nGoogle says it wants users to be able to play Stadia with just a controller and a screen, making for easy access to the online gaming service.\nDownload Google Stadia for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad [Direct Link]\nCalgary Transit Planning to Launch Mobile Ticketing Next Year\nWed, November 13, 2019","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Staff | SAT Prep | Slovenski Camps\nAccount Home Financial Add A Camper\nDugan Slovenski\nDugan earned a B.A. in History from Stanford University in 1980, and a public teacher certification from Bates College in 1985. A former high school math teacher, she tutored SAT & ACT through Maine Prep from 2010 to 2016.\nSteve Slovenski\nSteve Slovenski, director, lives in Nashville, TN with his wife Courtney and their children, Sawyer & Daisy. He teaches high school math, physics, robotics, and engineering at USN. Steve graduated from Princeton University where he founded a club for dodgeball, laser tag, and other active events. Steve has a Masters in Education from Vanderbilt University and has been teaching and directing Slovenski Camps since 2010.\nWatch Steve's bio video\nDave Slovenski\nProgram Director & Waterfront Director\nDave Slovenski, program director, is a graduate of Princeton University where he held the Ivy League Pole Vault record and ran the school dodgeball tournament. Dave coached track & field at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute before teaching math, physics, and robotics at Choate Rosemary Hall and then Franklin Road Academy. When he's not at camp, Dave lives in Nashville, TN with his wife Ieva and son Henry.\nWatch Dave's bio video\nPeter Slovenski\nPeter (\"Coach\") has been a collegiate head coach of men's and women's track and field since 1987, and has been running camps for over 25 years - serving as founder and director of the Bowdoin Summer Day Camp since 1989, and co-founder and co-director of the Dick Fosbury Track Camp. Coach earned a B.A. in English from Dartmouth College, and a master's degree in educational administration from Stanford University in 1980.\nAlso goes by 'Camp Mom', Dugan is a mother of three boys. She is \"outnumbered, but not outsmarted\". She earned a B.A. in History from Stanford University in 1980, and a public teacher certification from Bates College in 1985. She is an experienced SAT tutor and former high school math teacher.\nPaul Slovenski\nPaul Slovenski will be the Assistant Director of the Camp this summer. For 10 years \"Slivers Slovenski\" has been the Waterfront Director, Head Lifeguard, and Windsurfing Instructor at Slovenski Camps. As the Assistant Director he will be more involved in the year-round operation of the camp and camp facility. Slivers has spent 30 summers involved in waterfront safety in lakes and pools including seven summers as pool Director of the MIT Summer Camp in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and 8 summers as the Weston Golf Club Pool Director in Weston, Massachusetts. He has also spent 36 years coaching sports, teaching Physical Education, or directing athletic departments. His work in athletics and physical education included 12 years as the Athletic Director of Bayview Glen School in Toronto, Canada, and 15 years at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) as a coach and an Assistant Professor of Physical Education.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Wynonna Earp Coming To Spike In July\nSpike has picked up new comic book, western-fantasy, drama Wynonna Earp Geektown has learnt.\nThe story follows Wynonna (Melanie Scrofano \u2013 Damien, The Listener), the great-granddaughter of Legendary Old West lawman Wyatt Earp, as she drags herself back to her hometown of 'Purgatory', only to find the place overrun with ghosts of the criminals her great-granddaddy dispatched in his day.\nWynonna alone has what it takes to send these shadowy beings packing, but she still has to learn how to shoot straight. Luckily, the unflappable Agent Dolls (Shamier Anderson \u2013 Defiance) has been assigned to the ill-fated town, but will he warm to its wisecracking protector?\nOther core cast includes Tim Rozon (Being Human US, Lost Girl) as con artist Doc Holliday and Dominique Provost-Chalkley (Avengers: Age of Ultron) as Wynonna's sister Waverly Earp.\n\"Wynonna Earp is a unique contemporary western that will bring high octane, full-throttle, supernatural action\u2026\" commented Chris Regina, Senior VP of Programming at Syfy, who commissioned the show in the US. \"It is wildly imaginative and we are excited to work with Seven24 Films, IDW Entertainment and Emily on this truly original concept that will showcase fun, stylized visuals and pure escapism.\"\nThe show is based on the original comic book series by Beau Smith, from Image Comics & IDW Publishing. Lost Girl & Killjoys producer Emily Andras developed the series for television, and it's produced by SEVEN24 Films & IDW Entertainment.\nWynonna Earp will air on Spike in the UK \u2013 Friday 29th July 2016 at 9pm\n\u2190 4 Cast Members Promoted To Series Regulars On The Walking Dead\nJohn Barrowman To Become Series Regular On Arrow, Flash AND Legends! \u2192","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"New City: The Revolution Starts Here: Chicagoans Imagining a More Just Art World\nDecember 10, 2020 By anne-cauley\nBY KERRY CARDOZA\nMonths of protests following the latest wave of police murders and major disruptions due to the pandemic have led to renewed calls for structural change in the art world. Institutions large and small are asked for greater transparency, for real equity. Teen groups are asking museums to divest from relationships with police. Students are demanding schools hire more BIPOC faculty to teach courses that aren't white-centric. In Chicago, many cultural workers, collectives and organizations already operate in radically equitable ways. In their own words, folks from Arts of Life, Temporary Services, the Prison + Neighborhood Arts\/Education Project and Black Futures talk about the ways they are building the world they want to see. These interviews have been edited and condensed for clarity.\nRaina Carter at Arts of Life's North Shore studio\nFounded in 2000, Arts of Life is a vibrant creative community for working artists with disabilities. Each artist, working across two locations, has their own studio space, receives a monthly stipend and other support for their practice, and has an equal say in decision-making. Art director Vincent Uribe talks about the nonprofit's democratic, person-centered approach.\nWhile I was in my second year at SAIC, a live-work space fell under my control and I started LVL3, an artist-run gallery in Wicker Park. The mission is to expand our community by incorporating Chicago-based artists with artists from around the country. A friend of mine knew I was looking for a job after I graduated and was like, \"I just came across this post, Arts of Life.\" It was a mile-and-a-half from LVL3 and I was like, \"How have I never heard about this organization?\"\nI started working at Arts of Life as their arts coordinator, helping manage their Chicago studio artists' work: archiving, facilitating sales, getting exhibitions and everything in between.\nHow we're set up: the front half we have a gallery space that's about 500 square feet. Behind that, there's a huge, open studio space where we support around thirty artists who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The program is designed to support their professional development as working artists.\nMy passion and interest came from wanting people to know that Arts of Life was here. I was trying to get our Chicago studio artists' work out into the community as much as possible.\nWe developed a partnership program where I would match [outside] artists that wanted to get involved with an artist from our studio and they would work collaboratively and mentor each other. It was being able to work with another person and develop a relationship, having a productive experience where they both would benefit.\nMy role now, as art director, is to push our exhibition programming and our public-facing interactions. When I started, both of our studios had a gallery space, but there was no official gallery programming. That was a big goal of mine because I wanted to invite the public in more regularly. I want the studio artist's work to be recognized as contemporary artwork and not have somebody look at it and like it because it's made by somebody who has a disability. The work stands on its own. We relaunched both galleries a couple years ago and branded them as Circle Contemporary.\nWe work on this collective decision-making model. All the artists have a say in everything that goes on. That's one of the things that makes Arts of Life maybe more unique than other arts programs for people with disabilities. The autonomy for the studio artists is really present. Illinois is unfortunately consistently ranked in the bottom five in the country for people with disabilities, with funding. Arts of Life is a progressive studio, but we're a black sheep in the larger sector.\nFor us, having that collective decision-making is really valuable. Everyone is able to share their opinion and you don't have to be afraid of expressing a concern or voicing something, because it's going to be taken productively. That can definitely translate in the art world as a whole, anything from applying to an art fair or showing in an exhibition or going to an opening and not feeling like you belong there. Transparency is valuable.\nSEE FULL PIECE HERE\nNew York Magazine: 10 Cheaper Than Usual Artworks That Support a Good Cause December 10, 2020\nArts of Life Awarded $160,000 Grant from The Coleman Foundation October 30, 2020\nArt on theMART to Resume November 12 with New Projections by Joffrey Ballet, the Art Institute of Chicago and Arts of Life October 15, 2020\nWGN: Non-profit art studio emerges as creative outlet for artists with disabilities September 9, 2020","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"India's Tour of West Indies 2019: Schedule, Where to watch online\nBy Prabhjit Singh Modi\t On Aug 5, 2019 Last updated Aug 5, 2019\nThe 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup is over but the journey for Team India continues as the squad is off to play T20I matches, ODI's and Test Matches against the West Indies team. The first two T20I matches already took place in Lauderhill, Florida and Team India has taken the lead by winning both of them.\nIn the first match, India won by four wickets and their final score was 98\/6 in 17.2 overs whereas West Indies were 95\/9 in 20 overs. The second match went well but was stopped midway due to rains and India won the match by 22 runs as the DLS method was used. The third T20I match is happening on 6th August in Guyana and will be aired at 8 PM IST. We are leaving you with the schedule, timings, squad and the streaming links for the matches below.\nWhere to watch:\nThe matches are being aired on Sony Ten 1 and Sony Ten 1 HD channels with English Commentary whereas, for the people who love to watch the matches in classic Hindi commentary can watch the matches on Sony Ten 3 and Sony\u2009Ten 3 HD.\nYou can also watch the match online on SonyLIV and Reliance Jio users can enjoy the match free on their smartphones using the JioTV app.\n3rd August \u2013 India vs West Indies 1st T20I Match \u2013 8 PM IST at Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, Lauderhill, Florida, United States.\n4th August \u2013 India vs West Indies 2nd T20I Match \u2013 8 PM IST at Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, Lauderhill, Florida, United States.\n6th August \u2013 India vs West Indies 3rd T20I Match \u2013 8 PM IST at Providence Stadium, Guyana, South America.\n8th August \u2013 India vs West Indies 1st ODI Match \u2013 7 PM IST at Providence Stadium, Guyana, South America.\n11th August \u2013 India vs West Indies 2nd ODI Match \u2013 7 PM IST at Queens Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad.\n14th August \u2013 India vs West Indies 3rd ODI Match \u2013 7 PM IST at Queens Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad.\n22nd-26th August\u2013 India vs West Indies 1st Test Match \u2013 7 PM IST at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua.\n30th August -3rd September \u2013 India vs West Indies 2nd Test Match \u2013 8 PM IST at Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica.\nSquad:\nT20I Squad for Team India: Virat Kohli (Captain), Rohit Sharma (Vice-Captain), Rishabh Pant (Wicket Keeper), Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, Krunal Pandya, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Washington Sundar, Rahul Chahar, Khaleel Ahmed, Navdeep Saini and Deepak Chahar.\nODI Squad for Team India: Virat Kohli (Captain), Rohit Sharma (Vice-Captain), Rishabh Pant (Wicket Keeper), Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Manish Pandey, Shreyas Iyer, Kedar Jadhav, Mohammed Shami, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed and Navdeep Saini.\nTest Match Squad for Team India: Virat Kohli (Captain), Ajinkya Rahane (Vice-Captain), Rishabh Pant (Wicket Keeper) Wriddhiman Saha (Wicket Keeper), Rohit Sharma, R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Ishant Sharma, KL Rahul, C Pujara, Hanuma Vihari, Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav and Mohammed Shami.\nMiss the name Mahendra Singh Dhoni from the above list? Don't worry we know your feels as we've also grown up watching the legend play for Team India. Which team are you supporting this season? Let us know in the comments below.\nXiaomi Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro goes on open sale in India\nTop 6 Motorola One Vision Features that makes it worthy Mid-range contender","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Woolhope Club\nTHE CLUB'S WEBSITE\nClub Today\nClub's Organisation\nClub Library\nGeoffrey Walter Smith Fund\nForms & Brochures\nWoolhope People\nWomen & The Club\nTransactions Extra\nHerefordshire Archaeological News (HAN)\nPre-2012 Club Publications\nWeb only publications\nEarth Matters\nImportant Message: Five more articles on the Leominster canal are now available - see What's New for more details and links. The Transactions from 1890 to 1938 are now available online under Publications>Transactions\nThe Woolhope Club\nExploring Herefordshire's history, natural history and geology since 1851\nThe Woolhope Naturalists' Field Club was founded in 1851 to further the study of the natural, historical and social environment of Herefordshire, which lies on the border between England and Wales. The 'Field' part of the Club's name means that they made expeditions around the county and beyond. Their studies were published as yearly 'Transactions' which continue to this day, in which academic papers as well as reports of the Club's activities during the year are published.\nSpecial interest groups in the club have their own journals. This literature will be made available over time to all visitors to the Club's website with some privileges reserved for Club members.\nThe Club's library is housed within the Hereford library building in Broad Street, and visitors are welcomed on Thursday mornings.\nThis website has been live since 31 October 2018. Information about Herefordshire, from Buildings to People, will be added regularly.\nGet in touch if you have any questions.\nSingle membership only \u00a313 per year!\nTerms & Conditions Privacy & Cookies\nWebsite developed for the Woolhope Club by Orphans Press","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Another retired Black NFL player is telling Kaepernick to be 'low-key' about his activism\nby Keith Reid-Cleveland\nNews, Race, Sports\nColin Kaepernick did nothing wrong. I'll repeat that as many times as I have to until people get it. Despite that fact, the former [and hopefully soon-to-be current] NFL player is being crucified after his protests of the National Anthem last season.\nNFL teams are avoiding him as if he has something contagious and are electing to bring on players who are clearly less talented to fill spots he's more than qualified for. So what's he got to do to get onto a roster? Well, former NFL player and fellow black quarterback Kordell Stewart thinks he has the answer: Kaep should just be quiet.\n\"Right now he's not giving himself a chance,\" Stewart said, via NFL No Huddle on TuneIn with Brian Webber. \"I don't think it's the owners; I think it's more or less Colin Kaepernick in my mind. Stay off of social media, and when it comes to the political side of everything, you can express yourself, you can do it quietly. I mean people are looking for former athletes and athletes out there doing some things that can be headline news. Do it from a charitable standpoint. Stay low-key about it. You don't have to be so [loud], especially in this world of politics in the game of football.\n\"You see what's taking place with him right now. He's not even getting a chance to play and he's better than 90 percent plus of the backups playing in the National Football League, let alone some starters that are playing right now.\"\nIt's ironic that some of the most vocal condemnation against Kaepernick is coming from former black athletes like Stewart, Michael Vick and Ray Lewis. Two of which, may I remind you, were involved in scandals far more serious than Kaep's, yet still went on to have lengthy careers.\nI'm sure that many of these players believe they're giving Colin advice from a genuine place. But him compromising his beliefs and doing exactly what NFL owners want by begging for their acceptance would undo everything he accomplished last year.\nColin Kaepernick, Kordell Stewart, NFL\nKeith Reid-Cleveland\nKeith Reid-Cleveland is a proud product of Chicago's Southside and the Missouri School of Journalism. The Black Youth Project News Editor has written about politics, race and entertainment for multiple publications, such as Uproxx, The Undefeated, Black Nerd Problems, Comic Book Resources and more.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"2004 A-Di\nJune Carter Cash Biography\nBorn Valerie June Carter, June 23, 1929, in Maces Springs, VA; died of complications following open\u2013heart surgery, May 15, 2003, in Nashville, TN. Singer and songwriter. June Carter Cash, perhaps best known as the wife of country\u2013music legend Johnny Cash, was an accomplished performer in her own right in the years before her marriage. Venerated by nearly every country\u2013music star who emerged out of the Nashville scene since the mid\u2013twentieth century, Cash was deemed \"a link from the bedrock of the genre's history to its most respected modern practitioners\" by Entertainment Weekly after her death.\nCash was born in 1929 in Maces Spring, Virginia, where her father Ezra farmed, but her mother, aunt and uncle had already formed a music group by then called the Carter Family that enjoyed some regional fame. The group's growing success led the family to relocate to Texas when Cash was ten years old, in order to be nearer to a powerful radio station in Del Rio, XERA, whose country\u2013music programming could be heard as far north as Saskat-chewan, Canada. Cash's group, led by her famous parent, \"Mother\" Maybelle Carter, were a string\u2013based ensemble and had their own show on XERA for a number of years, and Cash sang her own numbers and played the autoharp. The group broke up in 1943, but Cash and her sisters continued to perform with Maybelle, and made frequent appearances on the stage of Nashville's legendary Grand Ole Opry.\nCash sometimes joked that her voice was the weakest of the bunch, and so she honed her comic talents to compensate. Her performing style caught on, and she had her first solo hit in 1949, \"Baby It's Cold Outside,\" which was a duet with an act called Homer and Jethro. She wed singer Carl Smith, with whom she had a daughter, Carlene, but the couple were divorced by 1957 and Cash then wed her second husband, Rip Nix, a Nashville police officer; they had a daughter named Rozanna. Her stage presence attracted the attention of leading theater and film director Elia Kazan, who suggested she pursue a performing career outside of the music business. Cash studied under Lee Strasberg, head of the famed Actors' Studio in New York, and also at the Neighborhood Playhouse in that city. In 1961, she was offered a slot on a planned television variety show for which an unknown Woody Allen was part of the comic\u2013writing team, but Cash declined it in order to take a job touring with country\u2013music star Johnny Cash.\nCash had met her future husband backstage at the Grand Ole Opry in 1956; by the early 1960s Johnny had enjoyed tremendous success but was plagued by addictions to prescription drugs and alcohol. On tour, June would hide his pills and even flush them down the toilet. She co\u2013wrote his 1963 hit \"Ring of Fire\" with Merle Kilgore and the song became indelibly associated with his career. \"Instead of the usual seraphic love language of teen\u2013angels,\" noted her New York Times obituary by Ben Ratliff, \"it used images of suffering and hellfire and is probably the most complicated popular love song in country music.\"\nBoth Cash's marriage to Nix and Johnny Cash's ended, and he proposed to her on stage one night in London, Ontario. They were wed in 1968, not long after their duet \"Jackson,\" from the 1967 LP Carryin' On, won a Grammy. The duo won their second Grammy for the 1970 hit \"If I Were a Carpenter,\" and though Cash performed frequently with her husband onstage for much of the following decade, she stopped making solo records almost entirely. She continued to take the occasional film and television role after the birth of their son, John Carter Cash, in 1970, and appeared in a small but compelling part as the deeply religious mother of Robert Duvall's minister character in the 1997 film The Apostle.\nIn a 1996 gig with her husband at the House of Blues in Hollywood, Cash sang a new song she had written about the vagaries of fame, \"I Used to Be Somebody,\" which led to a new record deal. Her 1999 release Press On, won the Grammy in the folk\u2013music category. \"I've been really happy just traveling with John and being Mrs. Johnny Cash all these years,\" Los Angeles Times writer Geoff Boucher quoted her as saying. \"But I'm also really happy and surprised that someone wanted me to make another album, and I'm real proud of what I've done.\"\nCash and her husband had homes in Nashville, in the Clinch Mountain area of Virginia, and in Jamaica. In 2003, she underwent surgery to replace a heart valve, and never recovered; she passed away at the age of 73. Cash is survived by her two daughters, a son, four stepdaughters, and several grandchildren. Her death was mourned as the passing of one of country's most beloved performers, and her husband died just four months later. Those close to the family claim he never recovered from her death. As he wrote in his autobiography, according to the Los Angeles Times 's Boucher, \"What June did for me was post signs along the way, lift me when I was weak, encourage me when I was discouraged, and love me when I was alone and felt unlovable.\"\nCNN.com , http:\/\/www.cnn.com\/2003\/SHOWBIZ\/Music\/05\/15\/june.carter.cash.obit.ap\/index.html (May 16, 2003); Entertainment Weekly, May 30, 2003; Los Angeles Times, May 16, 2003, p. B13; New York Times, May 16, 2003, p. A23; People, June 2, 2003, p. 89; September 29, 2003, p. 78; Times (London), http:\/\/www.timesonline.co.uk (May 18, 2003); Washington Post, May 16, 2003, p. B6.\nJune Carter Cash Biography forum\nNell Carter Biography Keisha Castle-Hughes Biography","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Alicia Fruscione Walker '98\nCoordinator of Alumnae Relations and Alumnae Annual Giving\nawalker@stuartschool.org\nBarbara Boggs Sigmund Award Nomination Criteria\nAlumnae Gallery & Young Alumna Award Nomination Criteria\nAthletic Hall of Fame Nomination Criteria\nCriteria for the Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award require that a candidate demonstrate a commitment in her life to the Sacred Heart values of:\nA social awareness which impels to action,\nA critical sense which has led to reflection in our society and its values, and\nA profound commitment to the improvement of the human condition in the world.\nWe are seeking nominations for our Stuart Alumnae Gallery and our NEW Young Alumna Award, both of which highlight graduates who live out the ideals set forth in the Portrait of a Stuart Graduate. Graduates of the 5th, 10th, and 15th reunion classes are eligible for the Young Alumna Achievement Award.\nThere are so many Stuart Alumnae doing fabulous things and we want to share your stories in many ways, including the Alumnae Spotlights in the Alumnae eNews, stories in the Stuart News, and in the Alumnae Gallery.\nNew honorees will be selected in 2017.\nThe Athletic Hall of Fame honors women in our Stuart community who have made a significant achievement in their sport and who exemplify the principles of sportsmanship and those in the goals and criteria of Sacred Heart Schools.\nStuart recognizes the contributions of all its athletes throughout its history. It is the mission of the Athletic Hall of Fame Committee to induct, over a period of time, all deserving athletes as described in the criteria for selection. It is not the intent, nor the mission of the Athletic Hall of Fame to determine the best athlete of athletes in a particular sport or in the general athletic history of the school.\nNominations for this award are being sought from the entire Stuart community. The women honored are selected by a committee which includes alumnae representatives, the Alumnae Director, the Athletic Director, and the Head of School. The induction ceremony will take place on Alumnae Day.\nThe criteria for nomination of an athlete:\nThe nominee must be out of high school for ten years.\nThe nominee must have graduated from Stuart.\nThe nominee must have competed in their sport for Stuart.\nThe nominee must have made a significant achievement in their sport. This may have taken place at the high school, collegiate, national, or international level.\nThe criteria for nomination of individuals other than athletes:\nHead varsity coaches must have been employed by Stuart for a minimum of five years.\nAthletic Directors must have been in the position for a minimum of five years.\nThe nominee must have made a significant contribution to the athletic department over an extended period of time.\nNominees must not be currently employed at the position for which they are being nominated.\nTo nominate a Stuart alumna or coach, please fill out the form below.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Games News and Reviews\nMckinley county salaries\nmckinley county salaries Gallup McKinley County Schools average salary is 2 percent lower than USA average and median salary is 7 percent higher than USA median. 114 mckinley county jobs available in McKinley County, NM. Salaries, reviews, and more - all posted by employees working at GALLUP MCKINLEY COUNTY SCHOOLS. Gallup-Mckinley County Schools has 4,945. CPO Licensed Buyers. gallup nm school jobs. Temporary Salary Increase \/ Promotions. Click Here. INMATE RELEASE STATEMENT Central Office, Constituent Services, & the Records Bureau Office WILL NOT be able to provide information, updates, or statuses on inmate releases. Nov 17, 2020 \u00b7 Graph and download economic data for Per Capita Personal Income in McKinley County, NM (PCPI35031) from 1969 to 2019 about McKinley County, NM; NM; personal income; per capita; personal; income; and USA. Gallup McKinley County Schools has 721 employees, and the revenue per employee ratio is $69,150. The assumption is the sole provider is working full-time (2080 hours per year). Each salary is associated with a real job position. 8\/5 stars. 105 jobs available in McKinley County, NM. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. Run. 84 clarke, marcella c legal dept $52,748. Secondary School Counselor- 203 Day Contract. 2020-21 Clerical, Transportation. 2020-21 Athletics. Nov 12, 2021 \u00b7 Here's everything employers and potential employees need to find one another in the Mckinley County job market. Tokyo. 96. See all recommended resources, updates and information on COVID-19 from CYFD. 8 out of 5 stars. 2020-21 Assistant, Health and Liaison. Bernalillo County Clerk Linda Stover updates voters on the upcoming regular local election on November 2nd, 2021. 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HR Generalist. Gallup Mckinley County Public Schools salaries are collected from government agencies and companies. According to state test scores, 17% of students are at least proficient in math and 30% in reading. Schools Details: 98. Salary Schedules. Sep 21, 2021 \u00b7 Administrative Assistant. The data for 2015 suggest that in McKinley County, the following industries are to be considered basic: 1. Dec 14, 2017 \u00b7 The average worker in Gallup-McKinley County earned annual wages of $31,060 as of 2017 second quarter. Find Mckinley County employment opportunities and search by salary and radius. 88 percent employment interchange rate with the basic locality pay area. Nov 03, 2020 \u00b7 HOSPITAL MILL LEVY QUESTION : Shall the County of McKinley, New Mexico, Levy as authorized by NMSA 1978 Sections 4-48B-5 (M) and (N), 4-448B-12, 4-48B-13, and 4-48B-15, a tax of up to four (4) Mils of each dollar assessed value of property subject to taxation, for a period of time not more than eight years, for the purpose of paying for Salary Schedule. S. When an employee renews or transfers his H1B visa or change work location under some circumstances, he will also file a 6 Health Safety jobs in Mckinley County on CatererGlobal. Get instant job matches for companies hiring now for Training Skills jobs in Mckinley County like Restaurant Staff, Restaurant Management, Housekeeping Staff and more. Coming soon. New Mexico. County Commissioner Steven Michael Quezada and City Councilor Klarissa Pena have teamed Lassen County Office of Education is a proud member of the Lassen County Office of Education 6 Health Safety jobs in Mckinley County on CatererGlobal. No data available. employee name department position annual salary 2020 mckinley county employee position and annual salary report chee, frank dui detention $31,657. Jul 08, 2021 \u00b7 While the average employee salary at Gallup McKinley County Schools is $41,450, there is a big variation in pay depending on the role. Salary information comes from 2 data points collected directly from employees, users, and past and present job advertisements on Indeed in the past 36 months. state of New Mexico. Non-Health Questions? Call the NM Information Hotline: (833) 551-0518. Gallup-mckinley County Schools average salary is $77,250, median salary is $77,250 with a salary range from $77,250 to $77,250. See what employees say it's like to work at GALLUP MCKINLEY COUNTY SCHOOLS. McKinley County Salaries . This estimate is based upon 1 GALLUP MCKINLEY COUNTY SCHOOLS School Counselor salary report(s) provided by employees or estimated based upon statistical methods. Number of employees at Gallup McKinley County Schools in year 2020 was 1563. 564% decrease and its median household income grew from $31,674 to $33,834, a 6. 21. The county seat is Tucumcari. Bernalillo County and the City of Albuquerque are teaming up to combat illegal dumping by creating the Illegal Dumping Partnership. Mar 23, 2020 \u00b7 School Counselor salaries at GALLUP MCKINLEY COUNTY SCHOOLS can range from $39,816-$43,532. County of McKinley Salaries . 100. Number of employees at McKinley County in year 2020 was 242. New careers in McKinley County, NM are added daily on SimplyHired. 6 percent lower than the national average for government employees and 11. 80 How much does MCKINLEY COUNTY in the United States pay? See MCKINLEY COUNTY salaries collected directly from employees and jobs on Indeed. Salary Estimate $0+ (9) $20,000+ (0) Position Summary: The purpose of this position is to provide a safe and secure setting for McKinley County Jail Facility Gallup-McKinley County School District is a public school district located in GALLUP, NM. 4k people with a median age of 32. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found the following key financial metrics. \u00a55. Details: Gallup Mckinley County Public Schools average salary is $50,508, median salary is $34,807 with a salary range from $30,164 to $150,000. Gallup McKinley County Schools Salaries . Average annual salary was $45,710 and median salary was $46,319. See salaries, compare reviews, easily apply, and get hired. 4. There are over 105 careers in McKinley County, NM waiting for you to apply! Living Wage Calculation for McKinley County, New Mexico. As of 2000, the population was 74,798. 2 Supervising jobs in Mckinley County on CatererGlobal. Job Description Salarylist. 5M to \u00a58M. Teacher & Counselor (CBA) Salary Schedule - Level III (184, 203) This salary schedule applies to: Elementary School Counselor- 184 Day Contract. Posted: (5 days ago) Gallup McKinley County Schools Salaries . mckinley's virtual back to school night Comments (-1) If you have not completed your student's registration, sign up here\/Si no a completado la registracion de su estudiante, apuntese aqui Salary Schedules 2020-2021. 80 square miles of land area and 4. County of McKinley average salary is 13 percent lower than USA average and median salary is 16 percent lower than USA median. A globally known health care product company seeks a human resources manager to join their office in Tokyo. The visa applications might have been denied. Get instant job matches for companies hiring now for Supervising jobs in Mckinley County like Housekeeping Staff, Restaurant Management and more. This estimate is based upon 1 GALLUP MCKINLEY COUNTY SCHOOLS Food Service Supervisor salary report(s) provided by employees or estimated based upon statistical methods. Average annual salary was $40,908 and median salary was $37,690. This is accomplished by performing general clerical duties and providing customer services to citizens and visitors. There are over 105 careers in McKinley County, NM waiting for you to apply! Nov 04, 2021 \u00b7 Gallup McKinley County Schools revenue is $49. 2020-21 Counselor pg 1. There are lots of job and career opportunities right here in the Mckinley County area, so get started now and make your career dreams a reality! \u2022 Background and Rationale. Volunteers. Hide. In 2019, McKinley County, NM had a population of 72. With regard to McKinley County, NM, the Council, in its December 2016 recommendations to the Pay Agent, analyzed commuting patterns data collected between 2009 and 2013 by the American Community Survey, and found that McKinley County, NM, qualified as an area of application to the Albuquerque locality pay area. Gallup McKinley County Schools peak revenue was $49. Quay County was founded on February 28, 1903, consists of 2,882 square miles and 7 square Call the NM Health Hotline: (855) 600-3453 or visit the NM DOH website. 2 percent lower than other states. Between 2018 and 2019 the population of McKinley County, NM declined from 72,849 to 72,438, a \u22120. Career Counselor- 184 Day Contract. 9M in 2020. The average employee salary for the State of New Mexico in 2021 was $53,686. If you have any questions please contact Human Resources at (408) 283-6018. \u2022 Background and Rationale. Posted: (7 days ago) Nov 12, 2021 \u00b7 Find Mckinley County employment opportunities and search by salary and radius. Show more jobs and careers for Mckinley County Nm + More Jobs Suggested Job Search. Volunteer Agreement Waiver. Gallup-Mckinley County Schools median household income is $29,763 in 2010-2014. . Get instant job matches for companies hiring now for Travel Industry jobs in Mckinley County like Restaurant Management, Restaurant Staff, Housekeeping Staff and more. 82% increase. In terms of roles\/responsibilities, the temps would largely be following operational procedures and performing data entry and Please note, the New Mexico Corrections Department does not have jurisdiction over the County or City Detention Facilities. Student Success Advisor- 184 Day Contract. The tool provides information for individuals, and households with one or two Nov 17, 2020 \u00b7 Graph and download economic data for Per Capita Personal Income in McKinley County, NM (PCPI35031) from 1969 to 2019 about McKinley County, NM; NM; personal income; per capita; personal; income; and USA. 6 Health Safety jobs in Mckinley County on CatererGlobal. 55. McKinley County, NM 35 0000 031 Sandoval County, NM 35 0000 043 Valencia County, NM 35 0000 061 Cibola County, NM 35 0000 006 Rio Arriba County, NM 35 0000 039 6 Health Safety jobs in Mckinley County on CatererGlobal. Posted: (2 days ago) Browse common businesses in McKinley County, NM McKinley County on our top lists: #5 on the list of \"Top 101 counties with the highest percentage of residents that drank alcohol in the past 30 days\" #14 on the list of \"Top 101 counties with the lowest percentage of residents that smoked 100+ cigarettes in \u2026 McKinley County is a county located in the U. 9M annually. Gallup - mckinley County Schools average salary is $77,250, median salary is $77,250 with a salary range from $77,250 to $77,250. Bureau of the Census 1970 Census 1980 Census 1990 Census 2000 Census Dec 14, 2017 \u00b7 The average worker in Gallup-McKinley County earned annual wages of $31,060 as of 2017 second quarter. 40. Training and Development. Coordinator. Dec 14, 2016 \u00b7 county location McKinley County, NM, qualifies as an area of application to the Albuquerque locality pay area. Some of the positions that earn high wages at Gallup McKinley County Schools include assistant principal, special education instructor, sponsor, and director of dance. 37 reviews. 4 and a median household income of $33,834. McKinley County average salary is 13 percent lower than USA average and median salary is 13 percent lower than USA median. If there is an old schedule the District is still in negotiations with the Union. The tool provides information for individuals, and households with one or two Administrative Salary Schedule. There are lots of job and career opportunities right here in the Mckinley County area, so get started now and make your career dreams a reality! Salary Schedules. It is adjacent to the Albuquerque basic locality pay area and has 1,550 GS employees and a 7. Description: The purpose of this position is to perform a wide variety of administrative and office support activities to facilitate the efficient operation of McKinley County Sheriff's Office. As of the 2000 census, the population is 10,115. Work Place Safety & Loss Prevention. Average annual wages per worker increased by 1. Number of employees at County of McKinley in year 2018 was 241. McKinley County is a county located in the U. Salary Estimate $0+ (9) $20,000+ (0) Position Summary: The purpose of this position is to provide a safe and secure setting for McKinley County Jail Facility Gallup-Mckinley County Schools is located in northwest New Mexico. But this does not mean they really hired 50 foreign workers during this period. 80 chuyate, channing c adult detention $31,657. Gallup-mckinley County Schools salaries are collected from government agencies and companies. 53 square miles of water area. McKinley County, NM 35 0000 031 Sandoval County, NM 35 0000 043 Valencia County, NM 35 0000 061 Cibola County, NM 35 0000 006 Rio Arriba County, NM 35 0000 039 Gallup McKinley County Schools Salary - New Mexico. 80 chee, veronica adult detention $29,556. 60 chee, lorene dispatch ctr $43,076. Food Service Supervisor salaries at GALLUP MCKINLEY COUNTY SCHOOLS can range from $62,588-$67,314. com. Sign In A globally known health care product company seeks a human resources manager to join their office in Tokyo. Other Administrators. 4 percent in the region during the preceding Create an Account - Increase your productivity, customize your experience, and engage in information you care about. As of 2010-2014, the total Gallup-Mckinley County Schools population is 62,017. Quay County was named for Pennsylvania senator Matthew Quay, who supported New Mexico statehood. The low-stress way to find your next gallup-mckinley county schools job opportunity is on SimplyHired. Gallup Mckinley County Public Schools has applied for 50 LC and LCA from fiscal year 2018 to 2020. Certificated (PDF) Classified (PDF) Management\/Confidential and Professional Administrative (PDF) Substitute Pay Rates (PDF) Superintendent (PDF) . In comparison, some of its highest paying competitors, like Gardner High School, Walnut Middle School, and Hartsville High School, pay $43,906, $43,583, and $43,504, respectively. 2020-21 Assistant, Educational. The living wage shown is the hourly rate that an individual in a household must earn to support his or herself and their family. New gallup-mckinley county schools careers are added daily on SimplyHired. This is 18. Position Reclassifications \/ Employee Change Forms. Labor Law Posters. Visit PayScale to research Gallup McKinley County Schools salaries, bonuses, reviews, benefits, and more! Gallup Mckinley County Public Schools average salary is $50,508, median salary is $34,807 with a salary range from $30,164 to $150,000. 5 MCKINLEY COUNTY POPULATION \/ AGE AND GENDER POPULATION GROWTH 1970 TO 2000 56,536 74,798 60,686 43,208 0 30,000 60,000 90,000 120,000 SOURCE: U. Schools Details: Schools Details: The average employee at Gallup McKinley County Schools makes $41,450 per year. Oct 06, 2021 \u00b7 While the average employee salary at Gallup McKinley County Schools is $41,450, there is a big variation in pay depending on the role. Address: 2401 Airport Rd Santa Teresa , NM , 88008 * Prefer a hands-on and fast-paced work environment * Understand the importance of excellent customer service * Are looking for a challenging and rewarding career * Seek advancement opportunities for personal and professional growth * Lead by example and take initiative * Are willing to relocate to other cities and\/or states for advancement Nov 12, 2021 \u00b7 Here's everything employers and potential employees need to find one another in the Mckinley County job market. New mckinley county careers in McKinley County, NM are added daily on SimplyHired. 6 Training Skills jobs in Mckinley County on CatererGlobal. Senior Human Resources (HR) Generalist Temporary Contract Morgan McKinley are currently looking for Experienced HR professionals in the Limerick area. Get instant job matches for companies hiring now for Health Safety jobs in Mckinley County like Restaurant Staff, Head Chef, Housekeeping Staff and more. 59. Permanent. 6 (less than average, Federal salaries and wages: $118,239,000 ($559,000 Department of Defense) Mckinley County Schools Job Openings Now Hiring. About. Average annual salary was $40,587 and median salary was $36,400. The Reconciliations Analyst will be rewarded with a daily rate of up to \u00a3217\/day. Gallup - mckinley County Schools salaries are collected from government agencies and companies. The average Gallup Mckinley County Schools salary ranges from approximately $19,000 per year for Substitute Teacher to $58,848 per year for Mathematics Teacher. mckinley county salaries\nz1m gji pmu y8u g7x k46 kye h3y 3rb z5i jcl o0l ga9 pll may 9sb flx w9m fhn ec9","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Law Commons\u2122\nSearch Law\nMichigan Law Review First Impressions\nEqual Protection Clause (12)\nUnited States Supreme Court (11)\nRace and law (11)\nVoting Rights Act (6)\nLULAC v. Perry (6)\nLatinos (6)\nMichigan Civil Rights Initiative (5)\nAffirmative action (5)\nCivil Rights Act (5)\nGrutter v. Bollinger (3)\nGratz v. Bollinger (1)\nObergefell v. Hodges (1)\nBirth certificates (1)\nRational basis review (1)\nPerales v. Texas Department of State Health Services (1)\nIntent (1)\nNoncitizens (1)\nAntisubordination (1)\nFull-Text Articles in Law\nSubstantive Due Process For Noncitizens: Lessons From Obergefell, Anthony O'Rourke Sep 2015\nSubstantive Due Process For Noncitizens: Lessons From Obergefell, Anthony O'Rourke\nThe state of Texas denies birth certificates to children born in the United States\u2014and thus citizens under the Fourteenth Amendment\u2014if their parents are undocumented immigrants with identification provided by their home countries' consulates. What does this have to do with same-sex marriage? In a previous article, I demonstrated that the Supreme Court's substantive due process analysis in United States v. Windsor is particularly relevant to the state's regulation of undocumented immigrants. This Essay builds on my earlier analysis by examining United States v. Obergefell's applications outside the context of same-sex marriage. Obergefell's due process ...\nThe Ninth Circuit's Treatment Of Sexual Orientation: Defining \"Rational Basis Review With Bite\", Ian Bartrum Jun 2014\nThe Ninth Circuit's Treatment Of Sexual Orientation: Defining \"Rational Basis Review With Bite\", Ian Bartrum\nOn February 10, Nevada's Democratic attorney general decided to stop defending the state's constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage, which is currently under review in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Perhaps even more surprising, Nevada's Republican governor agreed with that decision, concluding that the \"case is no longer defensible in court.\" Ironically, all of this came after the plaintiffs had lost their case in the district court. But the federal constitutional landscape surrounding same-sex marriage is rapidly shifting, and in the nation's largest circuit change is coming quickly indeed. The latest upheaval ...\nCultural Compactness, Daniel R. Oritz Jan 2006\nCultural Compactness, Daniel R. Oritz\nThe Supreme Court's opinions in LULAC v. Perry, the Texas redistricting case, confounded expectation. While many believed that the Court would develop the law governing partisan gerrymandering in one direction or another, it did not. As exactly before, such claims are justiciable but there is no law to govern them. In other words, the courthouse doors are open, but until some plaintiff advances a novel theory persuasive to five justices, no claims will succeed. On the other hand, few expected the Court to make any major changes to doctrine under the Voting Rights Act and Shaw v. Reno. But ...\nDisparate Impact And The Use Of Racial Proxies In Post-Mcri Admissions, Matthew S. Owen, Danielle S. Barbour Jan 2006\nDisparate Impact And The Use Of Racial Proxies In Post-Mcri Admissions, Matthew S. Owen, Danielle S. Barbour\nThe Michigan Civil Rights Initiative (\"MCRI\") amended the Michigan Constitution to provide that public universities, colleges, and school districts may not \"discriminate against, or grant preferential treatment to, any individual or group on the basis of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin in the operation of . . . public education.\" We argue that, in addition to prohibiting the overt use of racial preferences in admissions, the MCRI also prohibits using racial proxies such as socioeconomic status or a \"Ten Percent Plan\" that aim to prefer minorities in admissions. Though the MCRI does not expressly say so, we stipulate for this paper ...\nA Sheep In Wolf's Clothing: The Michigan Civil Rights Initiative As The Savior Of Affirmative Action, Ryan C. Hess Jan 2006\nA Sheep In Wolf's Clothing: The Michigan Civil Rights Initiative As The Savior Of Affirmative Action, Ryan C. Hess\nThe University of Michigan has long been a place of important discussions about civil and human rights. On the steps of the Michigan Student Union, only a few paces from the Law School, lies an inconspicuous marker where then-President John F. Kennedy, Jr. dedicated the United States Peace Core. During the Vietnam War, the University played host to significant protests that changed how we think about war and its consequences. Most recently, the University litigated a series of Supreme Court cases that have helped define the role of educational institutions in the quest for equality. This role promises to continue ...\n\"Framing Affirmative Action\", Kimberl\u00e9 W. Crenshaw Jan 2006\n\"Framing Affirmative Action\", Kimberl\u00e9 W. Crenshaw\nWith the passage of the Michigan Civil Rights Initiative (\"MCRI\"), Michigan joins California and Washington to constitute the new postaffirmative action frontier. For proponents such as Ward Connerly, affirmative action is on the edge of extinction. Connerly plans to carry his campaign against what he calls \"racial preferences\" to eight states in 2008, scoring a decisive Super-Tuesday repudiation of a social policy that he portrays as the contemporary face of racial discrimination. On the other side of the issue, proponents of affirmative action are struggling to regroup, fearful that the confluence of lukewarm support among Democratic allies, messy presidential politics ...\nWhat The Mcri Can Teach White Litigants About White Dominance, Adam Gitlin Jan 2006\nWhat The Mcri Can Teach White Litigants About White Dominance, Adam Gitlin\nThe ballots have barely been counted, but litigation to enjoin implementation of the now-codified Michigan Civil Rights Initiative (\"MCRI\") or at least limit its effect on admissions practices in Michigan's universities is already underway. One of the primary arguments against the MCRI\u2014and the basis upon which some plaintiff professors assert standing\u2014is that students will suffer an impaired education if current admissions practices are discarded. Assuming that the MCRI survives these legal challenges, educators should be consoled somewhat to know the MCRI may still offer some pedagogy as compensation: litigation will likely be brought to enforce its provisions ...\nThe Michigan Civil Rights Initiative And The Civil Rights Act Of 1964, Carl Cohen Jan 2006\nThe Michigan Civil Rights Initiative And The Civil Rights Act Of 1964, Carl Cohen\nThe underlying principle of the Michigan Civil Rights Initiative (MCRI), adopted by state wide vote on 7 November 2006, is identical to that of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Section 601 of the Civil Rights Act provides: \"No person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.\" The recent passage of the MCRI results now in the inclusion [in Article 1, Section 26 of the Michigan constitution] of section ...\nThis Way To The Egress And Other Reflections On Partisan Gerrymandering Claims In Light Of Lulac V. Perry, Bernard Grofman Jan 2006\nThis Way To The Egress And Other Reflections On Partisan Gerrymandering Claims In Light Of Lulac V. Perry, Bernard Grofman\nAfter winning control of both houses of the legislature and the governorship, Texas Republicans eventually succeeded in redistricting Texas's congressional seats in 2003, replacing a 2001 court-drawn plan. LULAC v. Perry reviewed a number of challenges to that second redistricting. The decision deals with a multiplicity of issues, including, most importantly, the standard for violations of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act and the nature of tests for unconstitutional partisan gerrymandering. While there are some clear holdings in the case, several of them reflect different combinations of Justices in the majority and, since there are six different opinions ...\nAnthony Kennedy's Blind Quest, Scot Powe, Steve Bickerstaff Jan 2006\nAnthony Kennedy's Blind Quest, Scot Powe, Steve Bickerstaff\nLeague of United Latin American Citizens [LULAC] v. Perry embraced, in the context of partisan gerrymandering, Felix Frankfurter's conclusion that the Supreme Court should not enter the political thicket of legislative apportionment. Two years earlier in Vieth v. Jubelirer, the Court split 4\u20131\u20134 on the justiciability of partisan gerrymandering. O'Conner and the three conservatives held it was nonjusticiable. Each of the four moderate liberals offered a test showing it was justiciable. Kennedy dissented from the conservatives while simultaneously rejecting each of the four tests offered. He announced he was waiting for a better test. When far ...\nLulac On Partisan Gerrymandering: Some Clarity, More Uncertainty, Richard Briffault Jan 2006\nLulac On Partisan Gerrymandering: Some Clarity, More Uncertainty, Richard Briffault\nIn League of United Latin American Citizens (\"LULAC\") v. Perry, the Supreme Court, for the second time in two years, agonized over partisan gerrymandering. LULAC's rejection of a Democratic challenge to the Texas legislature's mid-decade pro-Republican congressional redistricting resembles the Court's 2004 dismissal of a Democratic gerrymandering suit against Pennsylvania's pro-Republican congressional redistricting plan in Vieth v. Jubelirer. As in Vieth, the Justices wrangled over justiciability, the substantive standard for assessing the constitutionality of partisan gerrymandering claims, and the interplay of justiciability and constitutionality. As in Vieth, the Court was highly fragmented: Vieth produced five separate ...\nSelf-Defeating Minimalism, Adam B. Cox Jan 2006\nSelf-Defeating Minimalism, Adam B. Cox\nEveryone wants a piece of Tom DeLay. The former majority leader is under investigation and indictment, and even the Supreme Court threatened last Term to undo one of his signal achievements. In 2003, DeLay orchestrated a highly unusual mid-decade revision of Texas's congressional map. The revised map was a boon to Republicans, shifting the Texas congressional delegation from 15 Republicans and 17 Democrats to 21 Republicans and 11 Democrats. The map was attacked as an unconstitutional partisan gerrymander and a violation of the Voting Rights Act. When the Supreme Court agreed to hear those challenges in LULAC v. Perry ...\nStrict In Theory, Loopy In Fact, Nathaniel Persily Jan 2006\nStrict In Theory, Loopy In Fact, Nathaniel Persily\nMost Supreme Court-watchers find the decision in LULAC v. Perry notable for the ground it breaks concerning Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act and the ground it refuses to break on the topic of partisan gerrymandering. I tend to think the Court's patchwork application of Section 2 to strike down a district on vote dilution grounds is not all that dramatic, nor is its resolution of the partisan gerrymandering claims all that surprising. The truly unprecedented development in the case for me was Justice Scalia's vote to uphold what he considered a racial classification under the Equal ...\nSearch All Law","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
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{"text":"Parazzi Kween\nFOR MANY YEARS, he has been an enigma. Coming from a powerful family and with a father who is both influential in showbusiness and politics, people have been curious about the life of Joaquin Domagoso.\nAs he entered showbusiness and worked on different projects big and small, he had already proven that he is more than his father's son. He is an independent, hardworking, humble and inspiring adult with a lot of talent and craft to share to everybody.\nHere are some of the things you may not know about Joaquin Domagoso or JD, who is now making the hearts of young girls flutter.\nJoaquin Domagoso\nJoaquin Domagoso or JD, was born as Joaquin Andre Ditan Domagoso on October 24, 2001. His father is the former actor, now city of Manila mayor, Isko Moreno and Diana Lynn Ditan. Joaquin is one of the five children of the couple. He is currently studying at the prestigious Southville International School affiliated with Foreign Universities.\nWith his stunning looks and height, currently at 5'10\", Joaquin currently works as an actor and model.\nCAREER BEGINNINGS\nAlthough his father has been in the entertainment industry for the longest time, Joaquin is not treated with special consideration at the start of his career. In fact, his first television debut was in the law anthology Ipaglaban Mo!: Pariwala episode. In this 2019 episode, Joaquin played a small role.\nIn the same year, he signed a contract with GMA Artist Center. He appeared in the drama anthology Maynila: My Unwanted Son as Joms also in 2019. Joaquin also became a part in Studio 7, a television variety show hosted by Christian Bautista, Julie Anne San Jose and Mark Bautista. Although the show is now defunct, it gave an avenue for Joaquin to showcase his talents and versatility.\nJoaquin's participation in Studio 7 won him a spot in the variety show All Out Sundays. The show, hosted by Alden Richards and Julie Anne San Jose, has premiered in 2020. Joaquin has been a regular performer since the show started. He also works with Christian Bautista, Mark Bautista, Rayver Cruz, and Rita Daniela among others.\nIn 2021, Joaquin landed a role as Jonas Clarito in the television drama romantic comedy First Yaya. The titular role was played by Sanya Lopez. In this show, Joaquin worked with Gabby Concepcion, Pancho Magno and Cassy Legaspi among others. Although the show ended in July 2021, there is a continuation of the series, which is set to premiere in 2022 via First Lady.\nRANDOM TRIVIAS\nApart from a budding actor making his way through the industry, Joaquin is also a model\/endorser. Among his endorsements are Cherry Mobile, Bench and Nash Coffee.\nBy now you should know that JD is more than just an actor, model and endorser. If you have watched his variety shows, you know that this guy is an amazing performer as well. He can sing, dance, play the guitar and even beatbox! Can you imagine having all these talents with such a camera-friendly aura? I sure can't!\nJoaquin Domagoso and Cassy Legaspi\nOf course we have watched the amazing chemistry between Cassy Legaspi and JD in the hit television series First Yaya. But did you know that Cassy is actually JD's crush in real life? No wonder they had such an amazing chemistry! Team CassQuin, where are you at?\nSo, what more can you say? Isn't JD such a role model to the youth? Joaquin is also set to star in the teen movie 'Caught in the Act' showing this December 15 in cinemas. On Sunday, he is set to star in Regal Studio Presents: Ethan's Return with Thea Tolentino and Jolo Ejercito. Watch him and his future endeavors in GMA Network!\nPrevious articleALLY GONZALES: New Face on the Music Scene\nNext articleChie Filomeno inaming crush ang datin kasamahan sa PBB na si Kyle Echarri","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Highest Grosser\nAt last\u2026 a 'Boom Boom' Pakistani Film!\n03:13 By Lollywood Online Main Hoon Shahid Afridi 11 comments\nIt is always easy to pray for a revival of Pakistani films than actually do something for the revival. A lot of directors, actors, film producers and distributors have come in and gone by claiming that the revival is round the corner, but nothing of the sort happened because usually their movies tackled issues that were too hot for their frail minds, too big for them to grasp and too difficult for the viewers to understand. Some films like Chambaili did manage to do well because it was well made and was believably good, but the rest failed to impress. Thankfully, Humayun Saeed's Main Hoon Shahid Afridi manages to give you back your money's worth because it deals with a subject that is in every Pakistani's heart - cricket!\nInstead of giving blazing guns (and sometimes firing axes even in the madcap tradition of Lollywood!), Main Hoon Shahid Afridi has blazing bats blasting runs; instead of unlimited ammunition, there is emotion that takes you along as the movie progresses; and instead of a careless script and mediocre acting that we expect from Pakistani movies, there is a well-crafted story, thought-out dialogues and loads of cricket action. The movie is easily the most expensive Pakistani film ever made and that shows on the celluloid where the craftsmanship of every individual - from the recently departed editor Azam Khan to the director Syed Ali Raza - is visible in every frame. I have continuously said that had this movie been released on Eid, it would have derailed Chennai Express on the very first day, because in front of the real Khan (Shahid Afridi), others always pale in comparison!\nWhy Main Hoon Shahid Afridi succeeds where others fail\u2026\nIt doesn't look like a Pakistani film because it hasn't been made by people associated with Lollywood. It is time we should move away from Lahore where the gujjars have dominated the scene and polluted the minds of the audience. The film looks fresh because most of the actors are TV artists, newcomers or veterans who are no more part of the film scene. This is the first feature film by director Syed Ali Raza as well, and it seems that first-timers like him (Ismail Jilani of Chambaili, Bilal Lashari of Waar, Meena Gaur and Farjad Nabi of Zinda Bhaag) are more likely to herald the new era than those buddhay baabay (old fogeys) who criticize the showing of Turkish plays on TV and screening of Bollywood flicks in cinema but don't seem to watch their own movies that are more pathetic than Tom and Jerry cartoons.\nLet's play ball \u2026 Afridi style!\nIn the land of sports good - Sialkot - a talented cricketer Shahid Bhatti (Noman Habib) dreams to emulate his idol Shahid Afridi on the field. One thing leads to another and in no time, he and his friend are preparing for an Under-19 cricket tournament, they have to save their club from becoming a tabela, he has to help his family and above all, prove his mettle to the community that once a Shahid, always a Shahid! A tainted former cricketer Akbar Deen (Humayun Saeed) coaches the bunch of misfits for the clash of the titans and this is their story.\nWriter Vasay Chaudhary is the off-the-field star!\nHe may not be in the movie but Vasay Chaudhary is the real star of MHSA. The comedian-turned-script writer must be commended for bringing in freshness in the script. 'Udhar Deewar-e-Cheen mashoor hai, aur yahan Deewar-e-Teen!' 'Baray Mizaaj Hain', 'Puncture Hogaya' and 'Piyo Mera Hai Aur Ghairat Tujhe Aarahi Hai' are some of the one-liners one would have expected in a Bollywood flick, not in a film from this side of the Wagah. Furthermore, he must be credited for coming up with the names of the characters - Deewar-e-Teen, Michael Magnet, Kaleem Gum Sum and Kaali Aandhi.\nHumayun Saeed leads, the rest follows!\nHe had been part of the hopeless Inteha 14 years ago, and the hapless No Paisa No Problem (as Shah Rukh Khan's lookalike, a few years later) but Humayun Saeed the film actor has come a long way by learning from his mistakes. Yes, some might say he donned a track suit like King Khan did in Chak De India but you can't coach a side in kurta shalwar, can you? One of the many celebrities at the premiere suggested that Humayun's beard reminded her of SRK and I wanted to inform that lady that most of the scenes from King Khan's flick were blatantly plagiarized from Kurt Russell's Miracle which was based on a true story!\nWhen Humayun Saeed delivered the speech, it was not in the dressing room or the dugout but at the mazaar of Quaid-e-Azam (a first for any Pakistani film), when he fought to save a member of his team, the punches and the kicks were not synced out (another first) and above all, when he was in the dugout, he looked every inch a coach, unlike Pakistan cricket team's head coach Dav Whatmore who 'high-fives' his team mates like a kid on beating teams like the West Indies!\nVeteran actor Javed Shaikh as the antagonist is amazing as always because he makes you hate him every time he comes on screen. Nadeem sahib is his usual great self as Akbar Din's father, whereas the rest of the cast - especially Noman Habib (who plays the title role), Gohar Rasheed (Kashif), Asim Mehmood (Sheikh), Ainy Jaffri (Aleena) and Mikaal (Shehzad Sheikh) - do well on their respective film debuts. Ismail Tara keeps the audience laughing as always while Shafqat Cheema's Bhatti sahib has shades of both good and bad, and he makes his presence felt whenever he gets the chance.\nThere are friendly appearances by Aijazz Aslam, Ayesha Omer (as a wannabe Marilyn Monroe), Faisal Qureshi (he is everywhere, isn't he?), Saleem Mairaj (as Azhar Majeed) as well as many TV journalists but the most memorable character award goes to Hamza Ali Abbasi, who plays Moulvi Majeed. His portrayal of a fanatic Pathan was outstanding and the audience loved him for being natural. You may forget everything about the movie, but on exiting the theatre, you will not forget him and his lines!\nThere were a few standout 'Zara Hatt Kay' scenes!\n'Cricket khelna hai, milaad thori parhna hai'. That's one of the lines by Sheikh to Moulvi who refuses to shake hands with the team's Christian wicket-keeper, terming him a kaafir. When the foreign coach of the opposition asks Humayun's character 'Where is your Allah?' a drop of water (followed by rain) answers it all. One must commend the director Syed Ali Raza for not copying Chak De India or Lagaan and the countless films one expected the movie to be 'inspired' from. The central idea resembled the one from Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story but that's not a bad choice. What's 'bad' is the wrap up after the final which seemed haphazard and the director's failure to overlook the fact that the 'deed' presented in 1998, was incidentally dated 2013 (Ooops!).\nForgettable songs, unforgettable dance!\nWhen you can't dance, you shouldn't dance \u2026 that should have been the policy. In order to promote our very own Mahnoor Baloch as Pakistan's answer to Katrina Kaif (ours is far better actress!), she was made to dance on 'Teri Hi Kami'. The problem is: While Katrina is beautiful and can dance, she can't act. Ms. Baloch is ravishing beauty and can act, but sorry to say, the dance of the cheerleaders in the movie seemed better than her rehearsed item song (shots plagiarized from the Race song 'Touch Me Touch Me' didn't help either!). Host and model Mathira seemed more in tune than Mahnoor Baloch but then again, she also can't act like Katrina. As for the rest of the songs, you will forget them when you exit the theatre. A better music director than Kami-Shani would surely have helped!\nYou can't lose it with cricket!\nA decade back, Aamir Khan's Lagaan told the world that cricket is not just a game but also a dependable subject for a feature film, Main Hoon Shahid Afridi does exactly that in Pakistan and with success because to play with emotions, to keep people guessing, to play to win is something only the national cricket team of Pakistan is able to do. Now it's Humayun Saeed and his team's turn to play ball and win it for the Shaheens! And yes, a friendly appearance by Shahid Afridi himself will surely go a long way in promoting the movie, and in reviving the ailing Pakistan film industry. It's Boom Boom, all the way from here!\nNGU 25 August 2013 at 11:12\ni can not tell how glad i am after watching all these upcoming movies list and trailers....i think it's time we should end all those gujar...bla bla bla movies...\nLollywood Online 26 August 2013 at 22:49\nGujar Movies are already end :)\nismail 25 August 2013 at 12:25\nhow can i download this movie :( here in peshawar we not alowed from family to watch movie in cenima :(\nISMAIL if your family does not allow you to watch go to another city that is showing this film - when you download this film it is illegal as you are robbing the income of innocent men and women who slaved to make this film so educate yourself and your friends that go to the theater, support the films and DO NOT DOWNLOAD NEW FILMS - IT IS ILLEGAL & you will be causing many people loss of revenue.\nLOLLYWOOD ON LINE - You need to clean up your upcoming attractions as some of the films have been released and the information is NOT correct. 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{"text":"Hotels Food & Wine\nArts & Culture Wildlife & Outdoors Itineraries\nOur Review Process Become a Member\nPDF Downloads Account Details Logout\nLogin Search\nClassic Destinations\nCorisca\nWorldwide \/ Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda \/ Caribbean \/ St. Barths\nin St. Barths\n.destination-cta-top\nExpertly Curated Hotels\nCurated for the well-traveled, by the well-traveled.\nSee all Recommended Hotels (...)\n.destination-cta-middle\nSavor the flavors.\nSee all Food & Wine Experiences (...)\nLocal Intel\nActivities, Sightseeing & Latest News\nSee all Recommended Adventures (...)\nFavorite Itineraries\nFollow in our footsteps.\nSee all Itineraries (...)\n.destination-cta-bottom\nA dependency of France, this neat, 8-square-mile island has a population of around 9,000, mostly of Breton descent. The terrain is hilly, but dazzling white beaches skirt the perimeter. The island's capital, Gustavia, is generally considered to be the prettiest town in the entire Caribbean. Owing to the large number of American visitors, St. Barths has a more cosmopolitan atmosphere than other French islands such as Martinique and Guadeloupe. Thanks to the enduring French influence, however, its restaurants are excellent and the seafood invariably delicious.\nThe climate is warm and sunny with little variation in the year-round temperature. The best months to visit are December to June, when low humidity is the norm and daytime temperatures average in the low 80s.\nEditor Tips\nOn St. Barths, the \"best beach\" is invariably a topic of discussion. I agree that Grande Saline and Gouverneur are lovely, but Shell Beach, close to Gustavia, is often overlooked. A picturesque crescent of sand wedged between two promontories, it has gentle surf and, yes, lots of pretty shells.\nLocal Boutiques\nWhile almost every international luxury brand has a boutique in Gustavia, I greatly prefer local shops. One of the best is Ligne St. Barth (Rue du G\u00e9n\u00e9ral de Gaulle, 97133 Gustavia), a skin care and cosmetics company that was founded by Herv\u00e9 Brin, descendant of one of the oldest families on the island.\nCasual Restaurants\nSometimes I need a break from the rich fare that fills the menus of resorts and top restaurants. On such occasions, I head for Le Select (Tel. [590] 590-27-8687), right in the middle of Gustavia. A bit raffish, it is the kind of place where almost everyone turns up sooner or later, and it serves a very good burger. Indeed, Jimmy Buffett's song \"Cheeseburger in Paradise\" is partly responsible for the place's fame.\nSpiny Lobster\nSpiny lobster is one of the delicacies of the Caribbean. I like to treat myself at La Langouste (Tel. [590] 590-27-6361) in the Baie des Anges hotel. The fish soup is also excellent.\nLe White Bar\nCheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France offers Le White Bar, which is a lovely setting for pre-dinner drinks. I especially recommend the cocktails made with rums from the French islands of Martinique and Guadeloupe.\nBreton Baskets\nMany years ago, you could still see folks in the small town of Corossol wearing distinctive bonnets reminiscent of their Breton heritage. The bonnets have since disappeared, but you can still find traditional Breton baskets, woven by women of the town.\nDirect Dial Codes\nTo phone hotels and restaurants in St. Barths, dial 011 (international access) + 590 (St. Barths code) + local numbers in listings.\nPassport (valid for six months beyond end of stay). Visit travel.state.gov, and for travelers' health information, cdc.gov.\nEuro (\u20ac). Fluctuating rate valued at \u20ac1.00 = US$1.11 as of June 2019. U.S. currency and major credit cards readily accepted.\nNone. U.S. Embassy is located in Barbados, Tel. (246) 227-4000.\nLatest Editor Trips\nHideaway Guides\nWine Concierge\nAuctions & Travel Deals\nContact a travel advisor\nHideaway Report members have access to travel advisors with our partner Andrew Harper Travel.\nOpen M-F 8AM-6PM CT\n\u00a9 Copyright Hideawayreport.com 2020","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Challenger bank Revolut breaks out of Europe with Australian HQ\nFintech boss Nik Storonsky vows to tear down financial borders\ninsider.co.uk\nRevolut founder and CEO Nik Storonsky\nRevolut is making its first foray outside the UK and Europe with a launch in Australia as the fintech firm pledged to \"tear down financial borders\".\nThe group, which has set up Australian headquarters in Melbourne, is planning a gradual roll-out of its first public beta app in the country offering free weekday and instant financial transfers with the UK and Europe.\nFintech crowdfund raises \u00a32 million in 24 hours\nIt said it would take a \"measured approach\" to the launch, with a select number of customers signed up daily among its 20,000-strong waiting list.\nThe group hopes to open it fully to new customers after around two weeks.\nIts first launch outside Europe is set to be followed soon by launches in the US, Singapore, Canada, New Zealand and Japan, with Hong Kong, Brazil and Russia also in its sights.\nNik Storonsky, founder and chief executive of Revolut, said: \"Our mission has always been to build a global financial platform, and launching our public beta in Australia marks the first step in our journey.\"\nBut it comes after a series of controversies for the group, which has also come under fire from regulators including the Financial Conduct Authority.\nIt has been accused of breaking banking rules by switching off an automatic system that stops suspicious money transactions on its platform for three months last year and is facing a police probe over a money transfer.\nRevolut, which is worth $1.7 billion US has grown rapidly since it launched four years ago offering bank cards and free foreign exchange transfers.\nIt now has more than five million customers.\nChallenger bank looks to sell mortgage business with 23,000 customers\nIt claims the Australian launch marks a milestone not just in its overseas ambitions, but also in international transfers to and from the country, allowing money to be sent and received by Revolut customers instantly for free during the week.\nIt will charge a small fee at weekends.\nWill Mahon-Heap, Revolut's expansion manager across the Asia Pacific region, said: \"Sending money between the UK, Europe and Australia has traditionally been costly and time-consuming, with transfers taking up to three business days to arrive.\n\"Making them instant and free between Revolut customers is a huge step towards us tearing down financial borders, and will keep money in the pockets of our customers.\"\nNine fintechs secure place on law firm's growth programme\nHe added that the group will start in Australia by offering foreign exchange and money management, but had future plans to expand services in the country across business accounts, cryptocurrency exchange, commission-free stock trading and premium subscription accounts.\nIt is hiring up to 30 roles for its Australian operations, with smaller teams being set up in cities including Sydney and Perth.\nPropertyPrestigious guide names Scotland's best place to liveLeith praised by Sunday Times guide for restaurants, culture, schools, transport and diversity","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Chinese tennis star says she is safe in video call with Olympic official\nWorldNov 21, 2021 09:37PM ET\n2\/2 \u00a9 Reuters. FILE PHOTO: China's Peng Shuai serving during a match at the Australian Open on January 15, 2019. REUTERS\/Edgar Su\/File Photo 2\/2\nBEIJING (Reuters) - Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai had a video call on Sunday with the president of the International Olympic Committee and told him she was safe and well, the IOC said, after Western governments expressed mounting concern for her well-being.\nPhotos and videos of Peng at a children's tournament in Beijing published earlier in the day had done little to quell that unease, following a nearly three-week public absence after she alleged that a former senior Chinese official sexually assaulted her.\nIn a statement, the IOC said Peng began the 30-minute call with its president Thomas Bach by thanking the Olympic organization for its concern.\n\"She explained that she is safe and well, living at her home in Beijing, but would like to have her privacy respected at this time,\" the IOC's statement said.\n\"That is why she prefers to spend her time with friends and family right now. Nevertheless, she will continue to be involved in tennis, the sport she loves so much.\"\nFrance's foreign minister had earlier called on the Chinese authorities to provide more reassurance, echoing a statement by the Women's Tennis Association that the images of Peng at the tournament were \"insufficient\" proof.\n\"I'm expecting only one thing: that she speaks,\" France's Jean-Yves Le Drian told LCI television, adding that there could be unspecified diplomatic consequences if China did not clear up the situation. His office did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the IOC's statement.\nThe United States and Britain had also called for China to provide proof of Peng's whereabouts.\nCurrent and former tennis players, from Naomi Osaka to Serena Williams to Billie Jean King, had joined the calls seeking to confirm she was safe, using the social media hashtag #WhereIsPengShuai? World No.1 Novak Djokovic said it would be strange to hold tournaments in China unless the \"horrific\" situation was resolved.\nThe concern over Peng came as global rights groups and others have called for a boycott of the Winter Olympics in Beijing in February over China's human rights record.\nOn Nov. 2, Peng posted on Chinese social media that former Vice Premier Zhang Gaoli had sexually assaulted her several years ago.\nNeither Zhang nor the Chinese government have commented on her allegation. Peng's social media post was quickly deleted and the topic has been blocked from discussion on China's heavily censored internet.\nHu Xijin, editor-in-chief of the state-backed Global Times, posted a 25-second video on Twitter (NYSE:TWTR) on Sunday that showed Peng smiling, waving and autographing giant tennis balls for children at the Fila Kids Junior Tennis Challenger Finals tournament. The Global Times is published by the People's Daily, the official newspaper of China's ruling Communist Party.\nThe event's official WeChat page showed photos of her at the tournament. Peng, 35, was the world No.1 doubles player in 2014, the first Chinese player to achieve a top ranking, after winning the doubles titles at Wimbledon in 2013 and the French Open in 2014.\nOn Saturday night, Peng visited a popular restaurant in downtown Beijing, according to a video posted by Hu that a restaurant manager confirmed to Reuters on Sunday.\nSeven people including Peng were at the Sichuanese restaurant, said the manager, Zhou Hongmei, adding that they ate in a private room and were joined by the restaurant's owner.\n\"It was crowded at the restaurant as usual,\" Zhou said, showing a bill that included noodles and bamboo shoots. \"They didn't have much. I think they mostly chatted.\"\nA spokesperson for the Women's Tennis Association (WTA), which has threatened to pull tournaments out of China, had said earlier that the photos and video were \"insufficient\" and did not address the WTA's concerns.\nThe International Tennis Federation (ITF) said it would continue to seek confirmation from Peng that she was safe.\nChinese state media outlet CGTN on Wednesday released what it said was an email Peng had sent to the WTA's chairman denying she had been sexually assaulted.\nWTA chairman Steve Simon said he had a hard time believing that Peng herself had written the email.\nAustralia leaves door open for Djokovic to play at next year's Open By Reuters - Jan 16, 2022\nSYDNEY (Reuters) - Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has left the door open for Novak Djokovic to compete at next year's Australian Open despite the tennis superstar facing...\nN.Korea fires two ballistic missile from Pyongyang airport, S.Korea says By Reuters - Jan 16, 2022\nBy Josh Smith SEOUL (Reuters) -North Korea fired two suspected short-range ballistic missiles from an airport in its capital city of Pyongyang on Monday, South Korea's military...\nAustralia, New Zealand step up efforts to aid tsunami-hit Tonga By Reuters - Jan 16, 2022\nBy Kirsty Needham and Praveen Menon SYDNEY\/WELLINGTON (Reuters) -Australia and New Zealand dispatched surveillance flights on Monday to assess the damage in Tonga, isolated from...\nDavid9 Nov 22, 2021 1:04AM ET\nI have been offline for a few days now, why no one cares about me?\nAndrea Luo Nov 22, 2021 12:12AM ET\nshe should offline a few days more which will let us have more shows to watch\nmorning wood Nov 21, 2021 9:55PM ET\na typical vvhore wanting to get rich quickly by funking a politician\nDavid9 Nov 21, 2021 9:55PM ET\nif you say someone funk someone, you need to provide vidoe proof, without that, is all he said she said...\nLily Zhang Nov 21, 2021 9:55PM ET\nHow much did chinese goverment pay u?\nRoger Miller Nov 21, 2021 9:48PM ET\nThe Women's Tennis Association (WTA) can't make to much money in China, or else they'd take a silent approach like the NBA.\nRubberduck1973 Nov 21, 2021 5:29PM ET\nIf China is covering up sexual assaults from party members, instead of hanging then out to dry, I think the end of China is near. If the Chinese can't trust there government to be just, the system will collapse\nAre you Gordon Chang? Braahahahhaa...\nChris Wh Nov 21, 2021 4:42PM ET\nAnd this news belongs on investment app?\nOldfashioned Owl Nov 21, 2021 4:42PM ET\nAnything anti China helps.\nZebra Lo Nov 21, 2021 3:15PM ET\nThe western really care about Peng? The answer is not really, maybe some of them do but most of them have their own agenda for their own personal gain against china.\nAgree. Its just a collective bumhurt against Chinese growing power that's oozing through unrelated pores.\nSimon Liu Nov 21, 2021 3:11PM ET\nEpstein is safe.\nBrendan Sherry Nov 21, 2021 3:11PM ET\nLoooolll\nShe went offline for a few days... oh China must have done something.... she reappeared normally.... oh we are not assure.... Braaaahahahha...whatever... \ud83e\udd63 \ud83e\udd80\nSteve Bojo Nov 21, 2021 12:54PM ET\nGlad she's \"safe\", for now. However, what does this have to do with investment and finance?\nJohn Laurens Nov 21, 2021 12:54PM ET\nExactly! This is the America page of this website, and it's completely filled with Chinese nonsense. The China first slant of this website and their constant pro communist Reuters drivel on this \"US\" page is embarrassing.\nDavid9 Nov 21, 2021 12:54PM ET\nis none of that... is about defending the truth and correcting western propaganda...\nJohn Laurens Nov 21, 2021 10:26AM ET\nnobody cares..\nSureWin Sam Nov 21, 2021 9:51AM ET\nGood job, Hacker..\nSean Livingstone Nov 21, 2021 7:36AM ET\nA few months ago, media also says Jack ma disappeared. Media likes to fake news.\nBraahahahahaha..... \ud83e\udd63 \ud83e\udd80\nPaul Dunne Nov 21, 2021 3:23AM ET\nRelevance? Will this racketeering affect the net value of the stock market?\nEmpire Destroyer Nov 21, 2021 3:23AM ET\nNothing affects stock market value, it only goes up so just long and TP whenever you feel like it\nSteffen vdm Nov 21, 2021 3:23AM ET\nPretty sure investors will use this as a great excuse to reach new ATH next week.\nyep \ud83e\udd23\ud83e\udd23\nEdward Chong Nov 21, 2021 3:23AM ET\nhaha ok i long apple until 500 ok !\nKaveh Sun Nov 21, 2021 3:23AM ET\nYes, China stocks continue to go down or at least investors hit a pause when Chinese gov continue heavy hand\nCopper 4.4280 0.0000 0.00%","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Heads up, we have three more matches ahead of us, stirs up Kle\u0161\u010d\u00edk\nThe match against MFK Ru\u017eomberok ended sadly for AS Tren\u010d\u00edn. Six minutes before the end of the match, we were ahead by one goal, but at the end the points went to Ru\u017eomberok. A drab performance wasn't enough for a better result.\n\"This match wasn't under our control. The guests prepared more goal chances. Let me say, that their win was deserved. Ru\u017eomberok's players were more comfident. The chances, they failed to use for 84 minutes, they made them up in the end and scored two goals,\" admitted after the last whistle captain Peter Kle\u0161\u010d\u00edk.\nIn spite of everything, the match was developing well. After an accurate strike from Rangelo Janga the half time result was good for us. The last minutes changed everything. We let those important three points to slip between our fingers. The fight is lost, but the war continues. \"The match was special for both teams. There was a lot in stake. However we have our heads up. We have three more matches ahead of us. They are gonna be difficult. If we can manage them right, the match against Ru\u017eomberok will faint\" continued optimistic native from Kysuce.\nA three week break from league football had its share on the performance of the team led by Mar\u010dok \u2013 Cifrani\u010d. \"We can't make excuses. Particularly in the beginning of the match we weren't dominant and we acted nervous. We were loosing too many easy balls. Our opponents had a fast players in offense and they were able to get through our defense.\"\nFifteen minutes before the end of the match Desley Ubbink went to showers. Two yellow cards in one minute meant expulsion. We couldn't handle a one man shortage. \"It's hard to say anything about this situation. According to Desley\u00b4s words, the referee did not give him any instructions to wait for the whistle. A similar moment happend also on the other side of the pitch and the referee left it unnoticed,\" said Kle\u0161\u010d\u00edk.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Never My Fault\nHuge Guy, Tiny Girl\nTrope, Pages with broken file links, This Index Barks,\nPet and Animal Companion Tropes\nOlder Than Feudalism\nAngry Guard Dog\nFile:Attack Dog 7043.png\n\"CAVE CANEM\" (\"Beware of the dog.\")\n\u2014Roman villa inscription found at Pompeii.\nGoing into your neighbor's yard is a death wish. The milkman, the mailman, even the kid who lost his Frisbee disc doesn't want to go in there, because that neighbor has an Angry Guard Dog.\nMost of the bigger breeds of dog have been used for security jobs, especially Dobermans, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, and Bulldogs. You also have different types of dogs that are supposed to guard whatever, such as a watchdog (who is simply required to bark, so a Chihuahua would do), a guard dog (who merely has to look imposing, like a Mastiff) and an attack dog (who has to be athletic and very trainable). Your stereotypical Angry Guard Dog, on the other hand, is all three. It looks intimidating, and if you enter it's territory it will bark, but only if it can't maul you first (and on the way to the mauling). This dog's bite is every bit as bad as it's bark.\nIronically, few Angry Guard Dogs are pitbulls. This has less to do with emulating realism and dodging current stereotypes than with indicating the old age of this trope. Bull terriers were highly regarded during the World War II era, and considering current media trends, no one wants to really highlight them in an opinionated way. And strangely enough, while bulldogs tend to be used in media for this trope, they tend to be one of the worst suited breeds for guard dogs in real life, due to their amiable disposition and poor athletic ability.\nNowadays, the trope is mostly found in cartoons. They occasionally subvert it, showing the dog is a big softie and\/or coward if confronted, with the Aesop that a bully's bark is always worse than his bite.\nContrast Big Friendly Dog, They Have the Scent. Neutralized by Scare the Dog. Sometimes named Fluffy.\nExamples of Angry Guard Dog include:\nThis '80s Diet Pepsi spot with Michael J. Fox.\nMahou Sensei Negima: Thanks to childhood naivete, a young(er) Negi believed that getting in trouble will make his superhero-like Disappeared Dad appear. So one of the things he did was cut the leash of a snarling bulldog and have it chase him.\nIn one chapter of Keroro Gunsou, the Hinata family goes to visit Aki's mother, and the Keronians tag along. At one point Keroro goes to retrieve a softball that's landed next to a sleeping dog (who's apparently named \"The Reaper\"). Before Fuyuki can warn Keroro that dogs in rural communities aren't usually kept on leashes, Keroro finds this out the hard way and gets chased across the countryside.\nWeed encounters a guard dog at the very beginning of the series, whether it be anime or manga. And kicks his tail until Smith arrives.\nIn the Pok\u00e9mon mini movie \"Pikachu and Pichu\" and in some other specials, one of the Pichu brothers' enemies is a Houndour. Yes, a Houndour. And that Houndour chases the Pichu brothers many times, and sometimes gets flattned by a Snorlax. One time, the Houndour ended up beating up Meowth after Meowth stepped on the Houndour's head.\nKrypto the Superdog in his most recent incarnation. The temperament of an Angry Guard Dog and the powers of Superman = pain.\nBrazilian comic Monica's Gang has R\u00fafius, \"the angriest dog in the world\". A story shows part of his motivation are people who spell his name wrong.\nOver the Hedge subverts this: a big, scary-looking rottweiler is dangerous because he's a hyperactive Gentle Giant who just wants to play but doesn't know his own strength.\nThe Sandlot has a subversion in \"The Beast,\" a Mastiff that is shown to have a collection of balls that kids have knocked into its domain and given up for lost. A good chunk of the movie revolves around the kids various efforts to get back a ball signed by Babe Ruth that went into its yard. It turns out at the end of the movie that The Beast is actually a nice dog. He just doesn't like to give up stuff that it finds in the yard unless his owner tells him to.\nIn Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Principal Rooney discovers to his misfortune that the Buellers' family pet is a large Rottweiler.\nThough finding this out was a major case of an Idiot Ball for him; he was confronted by the dog after entering the house...through the dog flap. Apparently, it didn't cross his mind that if a family requires a dog flap large enough for a man to easily crawl through, it's just possible that they keep a large dog.\nFletch has the title character encounter one of these while snooping around at a construction site. Quick thinking enables him to distract it by yelling, \"Look, defenseless babies!\"\nLethal Weapon 3 deconstructs the trope as Martin Riggs placates a rottweiler guard dog with dog biscuits, then de facto adopts him.\nIn The Lost Boys, Thorn appears friendly when he's accompanied by his human, but turns into this trope when anyone tries to trespass in his yard. He's been trained to be this way.\nThe Boys from Brazil: The dobermans that are ordered to attack Josef Mengele.\nPlayed straight in Babe where Rex did not like Babe, though he would eventually come to respect and help him out. And the dogs that attacked Maa are portrayed as such. But subverted with Fly, who adopted Babe.\nIn The Dark Knight, this is arguably Batman's weakness: first bandits, then The Joker, sic angry dogs at him and Bats has quite some trouble fending them off.\nNapoleon and LaFayette from The Aristocats. They're a pair of unintelligent dogs who for some reason both hate Edgar.\nTheir dialogue suggests that they attack anyone who comes close to their farm.\nIn the 1980s Henry Winkler movie Night Shift, the rather nebbishy and timid main character is shown to be frequently tormented by a neighbor's dog who relentlessly pursues him through the apartment complex where he lives, barking furiously. It's a sign of Character Development towards the end when he finally gets fed up and bellows \"Go home!\" as it's bounding towards him... and it slinks away with it's tail between its legs.\nThe family dog in the Dutch Flodder movies constantly attacks newspaper boys and many other people.\nPlayed with in The Adventures of Tintin where Tintin is attacked by a giant rottweiler outside of Marlinspike hall who becomes docile and friendly as soon as Snowy loyally leaps out in front to defend Tintin. The dog continues to be comical and friendly throughout the rest of the film.\nSam faces two of the junkyard breed in Transformers. They can rip their chains out of the concrete!\nFolk Lore\nOlder Than Feudalism: In Greek\/Roman mythology:\nCerberus is the three-headed guard dog of the Underworld, assigned to prevent the dead from leaving, as well as making sure living people don't try to slip into the Underworld to visit, or worse yet, rescue dead loved ones or dead prophets. It's always a big deal when someone like Orpheus, Hercules or Aeneus finds a way to get around him.\nOrthus, Cerberus' lesser known two-headed brother. He's best known for being the guard and herd dog of the fabulous red cattle of the triple-bodied monster Geryon, and is, according to the poet Hesiod, the father of his siblings, by his mother Echidna, the Chimera, the Sphinx, the Hydra, and strangely, the Nemean Lion.\nGarm the Hound of Hel from Norse Mythology, guards the gates of the underworld until Ragnarok.\nIn Dan Abnett's Warhammer 40000 novel Brothers of the Snake, the High Legislator has a fierce black guard dog. The Space Marine, however, manages to tame them with a whistle. He brings along one to help with the Dark Eldar.\nRichard Adams' Watership Down plays the trope straight and desperate. The hero rabbits consider dogs much like humans considered using an atomic bomb in a war: it destroys their enemies, but at a heavy price. In this case, they are alerting the dog and the owning farmer that there is a rabbit warren near the farm. Considering the Efrafans are fighting to massacre the Watership Down warren, that was considered the lesser of two evils.\nIn another instance of this trope in the book, the Lapine tale \"Rowsby Woof and the Fairy Wogdog\" presents the titular Rowsby Woof as an obstacle between El-Ahrairah and the cabbages in a human's garden.\nHarry Potter and The Philosopher's Stone : Fluffy, who was guarding a trapdoor.\nCarcharoth from The Silmarillion is an angry guard wolf. In this case, though, it's not so much the getting in as the going out that turns out problematic.\nThe Andromeda Strain mentioned a rather creepy version in passing: vicious guard dogs who had undergone laryngectomies, so they couldn't make any bark. You'd never hear them coming until they were already tearing your throat out.\nThe Rat Things from Snow Crash are actually dogs upgraded with cyborg parts to dissuade intruders even more effectively.\nIn Robert E. Howard's Conan the Barbarian story \"Rogues in the House,\" Nabonidus has a guard dog that has been known to tear apart intruders.\nOryx and Crake: Wolvogs are dogs genetically engineered to be the ultimate guard dog. They look and, from a distance, act like dogs, but if you're so stupid as to approach them, they'll rip you to shreds.\nIn his autobiography 'Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid' Bill Bryson describes his encounters with Dewey, a vengeful labrador 'about the size of a black bear' who stalked him on his paper round.\nA wolfhound intended to be sold as one of these makes a brief appearence in Mistborn. Vin punches his lights out and feeds him to her Kandra.\nGuard dogs appear at the prologue of Warrior Cats: A Dangerous Path in order to find the pyromaniacs who set the forest on fire in Rising Storm.\nDog the Bounty Hunter had a dog at the home of a bail jumper's family who dragged a truck tire it was chained to when trying to get at the team and had to be maced to make it back down.\nPit Boss: Completely subverted by Hercules, Shorty's dog, who doesn't have a mean bone in his body. Same goes for most of the other pits.\nMagnum, P.I.: Robin Masters' estate, 'Robin's Nest', is occupied by two Doberman guard dogs, Zeus and Apollo. Interestingly, although Magnum is in charge of security for the estate, the dogs both belong to and answer to Higgins, not Magnum. They don't really like Magnum much.\nThe comic strip Garfield features, makes fun of, and even deconstructs this trope to no end.\nInverted in Peanuts where Snoopy was terrorized by \"World War II\", the cat next door. Occasionally Snoopy himself would be put in this role. Performance ranged from lacklustre (falling asleep while guarding Peppermint Patty) to metaphysical ('You try to warn them the world's gone mad ... ') to, and I'm not kidding, More Dakka (how many guard dogs have ever mounted a machinegun to their house?!).\nDavid Lynch: \"The dog who is so angry he cannot move. He cannot eat. He cannot sleep. He can just barely growl. Bound so tightly with tension and anger, he approaches the state of rigor mortis.\"\n'Irish' Murphy's dogs in Footrot Flats: Tiger, Wolf and Creampuff.\nSeveral Deus Ex missions, starting with the first Hell's Kitchen mission, feature Dobermans - they are always trained attack dogs on patrol.\nMario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story has Broggy, the dog of the shopkeeper Broque Monsieur. First annoyed enough that it was willing to take Bowser in a Boss Battle, you actually get to walk this dog after collecting all the Blitties... translated as a new Special Attack for the rest of the game involving him and about twenty kittens swarming the enemies\/bosses. It looks hilarious. [1]\nThe Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion: Oddly used and subverted. Occasionally bandits will have guard dogs who sit around barking to themselves, even if you are covered in blood from their owner. They only seem to turn hostile when their owner does.\nAn alien variant appears in The Dig, being revived to prevent anyone entering the tomb of the Inventor. The way to get rid of it is somewhat counter-intuitive.\nAnother one shows up right near the end once you open the Eye. In this case, the way to deal with it is rather obvious.\nThe first level of Earthworm Jim, set in a garbage dump, has spinning balls of fury next to doghouses which are these.\nToeJam & Earl in Panic on Funkotron: The game features an old lady and her poodles as enemies. The poodles start as dangerous, but if you capture the lady before them they turn into whirling balls of destruction.\nThe Castle of the Crown in King's Quest VI (and The Silver Lining) is guarded by a regiment of bipedal, talking dogs. They take any threat to the royal family very seriously. However, Captain of the Guards Saladin is a Reasonable Authority Figure.\nRunner from Septerra Core. He's a robot dog built by Grubb, and joins your party when Grubb does. Other dogs bare their teeth; Runner bares a beam cannon.\nWorld of Warcraft: take a wild guess what Houndmaster Loksey of the Scarlet Crusade does in his spare time. Other Crusaders sometimes have dogs accompanying them; they seem to have picked up the Knight Templar disposition of their owners.\nThe Allies in Command and Conquer Red Alert 3 deploy fairly normal attack dogs; not to be outdone, the Soviets deploy Angry Guard Bears.\nIn Dragon Age II, Aggressive!Hawke can turn his\/her Mabari into one of these. During Act III, a burglar will sneak into the Hawke estate and is cornered in a wardrobe by Dog. Aggressive!Hawke can order Dog to devour the burglar. Fade to Black over the burglar's bloodcurdling screams as he's torn apart.\nAibo, from Unintentionally Pretentious, Mia's robotic guide dog. Also her Angry Guard Dog with a manual Berserk Button.\nIn Batman Beyond, Bruce Wayne has a Great Dane named Ace (not the Bat-Hound, but undoubtedly a Mythology Gag) who was actually raised for dogfighting and rescued by Bruce.\nThe Doberman at the dog pound in Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers, episode \"To the Rescue\" part 4.\nDoug had an episode involving the \"classic\" version, a bulldog who was preventing Doug and Skeeter from getting a (borrowed and presumably expensive) frisbee out of a yard.\nTaken to absurd lengths in Eek the Cat, where the neighbors' yard is guarded by Sharky the Sharkdog, who is a literal shark\/dog hybrid. Sharky would often go out of his way to terrorize the well-intentioned Eek!, regardless of where they were. Leading to the classic episode involving Annabel's pool in the backyard, a submarine full of ocean-exploring waterfowl parodying Jacques Cousteau, and the \"Shark\" part of things suddenly being much more literal.\nIn Fairly Oddparents, Timmy's ploy of getting friends Chester and A.J. to rescue him from \"vicious guard dogs\" backfires when Cosmo and Wanda are too distracted to play the part, and the junkyard's actual vicious guard dogs go after Timmy instead.\nGarfield and Friends had Garfield citing the Angry Guard Dog as an especially annoying trope, since he never understood why a dog would automatically defend a mouse or immediately attack a cat for no reason. (Garfield, of course, thinks that dogs are ruled by their stupid instincts. Garfield himself does run afoul of dogs occasionally, but it's usually after baiting them.)\nThe Warner Bros. \"Sam the Sheepdog\" cartoons subverted this; Sam protects the sheep but has no personal animosity toward the wolf, as a Punch Clock Hero -- literally; in one, we see them both punching out mid-fight, having lunch, and getting back into position afterwards.\nThe earliest example might be in Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, episode \"Weary Willies\" (1929), with hobos Oswald and Pete trying to get a roasted turkey off of a suburban windowsill. Blocking the way is a fierce bulldog who, after several typical blackout gags, is ultimately sent chasing after the cop who'd been pursuing Oswald and Pete for vagrancy earlier.\nRemade by Yogi Bear as Pie Pirates (1959), with a few gags reused verbatim, and lampooned by The Ren and Stimpy Show (see below) decades later.\nThe Ren and Stimpy Show played with this in one episode. After Ren realizes that attempts by him and Stimpy to steal food from a windowsill are too similar to a golden-age cartoon plot for his comfort, he immediately sends Stimpy (a cat) to scout and flush out the obligatory guard dog. Stimpy returns and assures him there is no dog. Ren goes into the yard, and is promptly attacked by a guard baboon.\nEarl the bulldog from Rocko's Modern Life.\nBronx from Gargoyles is both this and a Big Friendly Dog, depending on situation or who is around.\nThe Pickles live next door to one such dog on Rugrats, often mentioned but only seen twice -- three times if you count the Whole-Episode Flashback before it became the ferocious \"monster dog\" the babies had come to know.\nSpongeBob SquarePants once had to get past a vicious junkyard guard worm, giant worms being the \"underwater\" equivalent of dogs.\nArnold the security dog from Tiny Toon Adventures.\nTom and Jerry: The most famous example is probably Spike the Bulldog from these cartoon shorts. When Spike's popularity caused a softening of the character, the writers merely gave him other reasons to attack Tom (a misunderstanding, trying to set an example to his son about how dogs act, a Papa Wolf attitude toward those messing with said son, etc.)\nA 1963 Daffy Duck cartoon involved Daffy trying to contact a millionare, and having to make it past the man's pet bulldog first. Daffy faced a similar situation in the 1948 cartoon \"Daffy Dilly\", but in \"Dilly\" the obstacle was the millionare's anthropomorphic dog butler.\nA 1998 short of Life with Loopy had Seymore, who confiscated anything going into his yard, including humans.\nRe Boot has Frisket, a super strong dog that only listened to Enzo. He absolutely hated Bob, which is used as a Call Back when Bob returns from the Web. Frisket sees a \"stranger\" and growls, then sniffs and learns it is Bob, then goes back to growling.\nMr. Burns has a pack of these at the ready whenever his guests have overstayed their welcome. Or if he needs a good chuckle.\nBurns: \"Smithers, release the hounds!\"\nAlthough they do get old and tired, leading Burns to reminisce about one dog's attack on his first hippie:\n\"That hippie didn't think that was too grooooovy\nOn one Sylvester Cat and Tweety Bird cartoon, Granny seems to have hundreds of guard dogs in her backyard, all of which Sylvester has to get through to catch Tweety.\nThe guard dog design used in the short was also made into a single recurring character who often antagonised Sylvester (named Hector in later media). Incidentally Hector's design was also reused as Marc Anthony in Marc Anthony and Pussyfoot series, who, despite his best attempts, is anything but.\nShows up near the end of The Amazing World of Gumball episode \"The DVD\", during the scene where Gumball and Darwin are chased through the neighborhood by their mother.\nAlthough most real-life examples are just watch dogs, intended to alert the owner of any trespassers, this aggressive variant is not that rare with many a well-protected compound (whether civilian or military) or private home, especially gated properties.\n\u2191 This is the first time this series has used an actual dog, as the role is usually played by the Chain Chomp enemy (complete with barks). Broggy's more of a giant ? Block with a dog's face an personality though.\nRetrieved from \"https:\/\/allthetropes.fandom.com\/wiki\/Angry_Guard_Dog?oldid=157693\"\nThis Index Barks","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Home \/ Chrome OS \/ Google \/ Google Pixel Slate \/ Pixelbook \/ Google Pixel Slate Now Official With Powerful Specs, Optional Keyboard And New Pixelbook Pen\nGoogle Pixel Slate Now Official With Powerful Specs, Optional Keyboard And New Pixelbook Pen\nOctober 09, 2018 Chrome OS, Google, Google Pixel Slate, Pixelbook\nAt its hardware event in New York today, Google took the wraps off the Pixel Slate, the company's first tablet running Chrome OS, the Google Pixel Slate. And yes, the device is just as attractive as its name.\nThe Google Pixel Slate is a 12.3\u2033 tablet (roughly the same diagonal size as the Pixelbook) with a focus on both content creation and consumption markets. It's decked out in a gorgeous deep ocean blue, with a sharp silver accent color on the power button, a signature trait borrowed from Pixel phones.\nThe power button is notched into the upper corner of the device. This is because it also holds the fingerprint sensor, a new feature for Chrome OS devices.On the bottom of the device, a contrasting orange color is seen on what appears to be the connector for the official keyboard.\nThe Pixel Slate features smaller bezels than last year's Pixelbook, with a camera up top, and a speaker embedded on either side.\nOn the back, the familiar \"G\" logo is prominently displayed, giving the device the Google stamp of approval. In the next corner, a rear camera can be seen \u2014 a first for Chrome OS devices in the Pixel family.\nThe Google Pixel Slate comes in five distinct models, with the primary differences between them being the processor, storage, and RAM. All models come with an 8th Gen Intel\u00ae processor, no less than 32GB of SSD storage space, and a minimum of 4GB of RAM. Otherwise, all models will be the same.\nGoogle has assured us that whichever model you buy, your experience will be consistent, as the Google Pixel Slate was optimized for the lowest end device.The Google Pixel Slate is equipped with what Google calls a Molecular Display, with a resolution of 3000\u00d72000. Even with this massive display, Google claims the device's battery will last for up to 10 hours of use.\nOne thing notably missing from the device is the lack of a headphone jack. This is, unfortunately, consistent with the rest of the devices in the Pixel family this year.\nPerfectly complimentary to the Google Pixel Slate is the Pixel Slate Keyboard, sold separately. The full-size Pixel Slate Keyboard connects directly to the Pixel Slate, and can fold to create a stand, securely holding the device upright for a more laptop-like experience. The official Google Pixel Slate Keyboard will set you back $199, roughly double the cost of the Pixelbook Pen. If this isn't quite what you had in mind, we know there will be at least one alternative keyboard from premium accessory brand Brydge.\nThe Pixelbook Pen has launched in a new color that compliments the Google Pixel Slate. To match the new Pixel Slate, Google has refreshed the Pixelbook Pen with a new \"Midnight Blue\" color.\nStill featuring a two-tone design, the upper barrel is aluminum and a slightly lighter shade of deep blue. Meanwhile, the pointy end of the Pixelbook Pen is darker and plastic in feel to aid with grip. \"Midnight Blue\" matches with the Pixel Slate nicely and has the benefit of being less prone to smudging, compared to the silver Pen.\nThe marquee feature of the Pixelbook Pen continues to be the sole button near the tip to highlight images and text for Assistant to analyze. Selecting a date will open a panel that offers to make a Calendar appointment, while circling an image will perform a visual search.\nAs a creative tool, the Pen features pressure sensitivity, tilt support, and \"virtually\" no lag thanks to Wacom AES technology. The Google Store sells Pen Replacement Tips given the tendency for them to become blunt overtime, as is typical with all professional styli. Made of elastomer composite, the Tip found on the new color is still black.\nThe Pixelbook Pen is powered by a single AAAA battery that features a long battery life, but is not as convenient as the rechargeable Apple Pencil for the iPad Pro. Last year, one big complaint of the Pen was the inability to easily and securely store the accessory with the Pixelbook. Google briefly offered a loop that attached to the laptop via adhesive.\nThis is definitely the most minor Made by Google refresh this year, but still a nice touch for buyers that want color matching devices. The Google Pixelbook Pen still retails for $99 on the Google Store, with the old silver and white variant sold alongside Midnight Blue.\nUnfortunately, there's no release date just yet \u2014 we only know it's due before the end of the year. You can find more information on the Google Store.\nGoogle Pixel Slate Now Official With Powerful Specs, Optional Keyboard And New Pixelbook Pen Reviewed by Sid Goswami on October 09, 2018 Rating: 5","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Saturn's Rings are Young\n\u200b\u200bSaturn is the second largest planet in our solar system and the sixth planet from the sun. Having 60 known moons, Saturn has been known since ancient times and was named after a Roman god. The most intriguing feature of Saturn is its rings, which are the most complex of any ring system in the solar system. The NASA Voyager 1 space probe provided detailed images of Saturn and its rings in 1980. Before this scientists assumed that the rings were uniform from the many collisions by the particles in the rings over billions of years. However, Voyager provided detailed images of Saturn's rings that showed that the rings are \"highly structured and probably young.\" Evolutionists have countered by explaining that the rings could be a collision with a comet or meteorite impact and a moon. However, this possible event could have happened within thousands of years and does not imply ages in the millions and billions of years. The fact that these rings have not dissipated and remain structured cast doubt that these rings are aged at the supposed time of billions of years. In addition, the fact that other gas-based Jovian planets such as Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune also have rings still in existence that have not dissipated gives strong evidence of the youth of these rings and the planets in which they rotate around. While Saturn's rings have been known for a long time because of their thickness, the rings of the other three planets were not discovered until the 1970's when space probes captured more detailed images. Even evolutionists admit that Saturn's rings are young, particularly less than 200 million years within their proposed 4.5 billion year age for the solar system. However, creationists believe that Saturn's rings and the other planet rings are unstable and could not have lasted for more than a few thousand years. NASA scientists have also made the observation that Saturn's rings are \"bright and shiny\" as if they were new and the little moons embedded among the rings should have been \"flung away\" from the many collisions between ring particles. NASA has also observed that the rings are spreading and that the rate of spreading does not match the evolutionary age of Saturn. According to NASA, Saturn's moons are being \"chipped away\" by the ring particles at a rapid rate that would question their proposed 4.5 billion year age.\nThe Real Lord of the Rings. Science @ NASA. Posted on nasa.gov February 12, 2002, accessed April 22, 2009.\nColwell, J. Unraveling the Twists and Turns of Saturn's Rings. NASA\/JPL multimedia report. Cassini-Huygens Analysis and Results from the Mission (CHARM) Presentation, April 25, 2006, Slide 33.\nNASA Science Solar System Exploration. Saturn. https:\/\/solarsystem.nasa.gov\/planets\/saturn\/in-depth\/.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"British Special Forces Soldiers Run Out of Bullets, Destroy ISIS Terrorists With Their Bare Hands\nTotally badass.\nSteve Huff\nAmbushed by up to 50 jihadis in an ISIS attack in Mosul, Iraq, members of the British Special Air Service (SAS) ran out of ammunition. They decided there was only one way to go. When all was said and done one terrorist had been drowned and many others were dead at the wrong end of a bayonet.\nThe SAS is an elite British Army Unit comparable to the US Navy SEALs, and they're often first in line to go head-to-head with terrorists. The Daily Star reports this unit was pulling out of an operation gathering intel near Mosul when the ISIS operatives attacked.\nA battle ensued in the scrub around the Iraqi city and eventually the special ops soldiers realized they were out of bullets.\n\"They knew that if they were captured they would be tortured and decapitated,\" a source told the tabloid, \"Rather than die on their knees, they went for a soldier's death and charged the IS fighters who were moving along the river bed. They were screaming and swearing as they set about the terrorists.\"\nThen it was warfare from over 100 years ago as wielding blades and bare knuckles, the British soldiers waded in on what they apparently assumed was a suicide mission.\nISIS flag \/ Getty Images\nISIS wasn't prepared. The SAS men proceeded to slash and beat their way through the hapless jihadists. One man beat an opponent with a rock then drowned him in mud, while another \"killed three of the fighters by using his assault rifle as a club,\" according to the Daily Star source.\nAt least 12 from the ISIS unit were dead when their comrades finally went into total retreat. The SAS men were wounded, some had been shot, but the Star reports the majority were back in the field just a couple of days later.\nIf someone had to learn the hard way that you never go hand-to-hand with any special forces operative, it couldn't happen to a more appropriate enemy than a murderous psycho working for ISIS.\nh\/t Daily Star\nMilitaryBritishnewscombatISISTerrorismSpecial ForcesSAS\nDeputy Digital Editor","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"A Writer's Home\nBiography of Sarah Orne Jewett\nThe Jewett family retained a small staff: one or two women for housekeeping and cooking, and a man for general purpose work, such as household maintenance, care of the horses, and driving. Sarah Orne Jewett's letters to family and friends make mention of staff members with affection and the family-staff relationship appears to have been a comfortable one.\nIn a few cases, Jewett domestic staff stayed with the family for decades. This would have been unusual in an era when workers were drawn to cities and to mills for job opportunities.\nSubscribe to our newsletter for our latest news and events\nEvents in Greater Boston\nEvents in North Shore Massachusetts\nEvents in Maine and New Hampshire\nEvents in Rhode Island\nGarden and Landscape Events\nInterior Design and Decorative Arts Events\nInfo About Your Membership\nCommunity Preservation Grants","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Tag Archives: Pythagoreans\nWhat is the Truth behind the 47th Problem of Euclid?\n26 Oct 2020 By universalfreemasonry in Freemasons, Universal Co-Masonry Tags: Co-Freemasonry, Co-Masonry, Euclid, Freemasonry, Geometry, Mason, Masonry, Mathematics, Pythagoras, Pythagoreans\tLeave a comment\nContaining more real food for thought, and impressing on the receptive mind a greater truth than any other of the emblems in the lecture of the Sublime Degree, the 47th problem of Euclid generally gets less attention, and certainly less than all the rest. Just why this grand exception should receive so little explanation in our lecture; just how it has happened, that, although the Fellowcraft's degree makes so much of Geometry, Geometry's right hand should be so cavalierly treated, is not for the present inquiry to settle. We all know that the single paragraph of our lecture devoted to Pythagoras and his work is passed over with no more emphasis than that given to the Bee Hive of the Book of Constitutions. More's the pity; you may ask many a Mason to explain the 47th problem, or even the meaning of the word \"hecatomb,\" and receive only an evasive answer, or a frank \"I don't know \u2013 why don't you ask the Deputy?\"\nThe Masonic legend of Euclid is very old \u2013 just how old we do not know, but it long antedates our present Master Mason's Degree. The paragraph relating to Pythagoras in our lecture we take wholly from Thomas Smith Webb, whose first Monitor appeared at the close of the eighteenth century. It is repeated here to refresh the memory of those many brethren who usually leave before the lecture:\nThe 47th problem of Euclid was an invention of our ancient friend and brother, the great Pythagoras, who, in his travels through Asia, Africa and Europe was initiated into several orders of Priesthood, and was also Raised to the Sublime Degree of Master Mason. This wise philosopher enriched his mind abundantly in a general knowledge of things, and more especially in Geometry. On this subject he drew out many problems and theorems, and, among the most distinguished, he erected this, when, in the joy of his heart, he exclaimed Eureka, in the Greek Language signifying \"I have found it,\" and upon the discovery of which he is said to have sacrificed a hecatomb. It teaches Masons to be general lovers of the arts and sciences.\nSome of facts here stated are historically true; those which are only fanciful at least bear out the symbolism of the conception. In the sense that Pythagoras was a learned man, a leader, a teacher, a founder of a school, a wise man who saw God in nature and in number; and he was a \"friend and brother.\" That he was \"initiated into several orders of Priesthood\" is a matter of history.\nThat he was \"Raised to the Sublime Degree of Master Mason\" is of course poetic license and an impossibility, as the \"Sublime Degree\" as we know it is only a few hundred years old \u2013 not more than three at the very outside. Pythagoras is known to have traveled, but the probabilities are that his wanderings were confined to the countries bordering the Mediterranean. He did go to Egypt, but it is at least problematical that he got much further into Asia than Asia Minor.\nHe did indeed \"enrich his mind abundantly\" in many matters, and particularly in mathematics. That he was the first to \"erect\" the 47th problem is possible, but not proved; at least he worked with it so much that it is sometimes called \"The Pythagorean problem.\" If he did discover it he might have exclaimed \"Eureka\" but he sacrificed a hecatomb \u2013 a hundred head of cattle \u2013 is entirely out of character, since the Pythagoreans were vegetarians and reverenced all animal life.\nPythagoras was probably born on the island of Samos, and from contemporary Grecian accounts was a studious lad whose manhood was spent in the emphasis of mind as opposed to the body, although he was trained as an athlete. He was antipathetic to the licentiousness of the aristocratic life of his time and he and his followers were persecuted by those who did not understand them. Aristotle wrote of him: \"The Pythagoreans first applied themselves to mathematics, a science which they improved; and penetrated with it, they fancied that the principles of mathematics were the principles of all things.\"\nIt was written by Eudemus that: \"Pythagoreans changed geometry into the form of a liberal science, regarding its principles in a purely abstract manner and investigated its theorems from the immaterial and intellectual point of view,\" a statement which rings with familiar music in the ears of Masons.\nDiogenes said \"It was Pythagoras who carried Geometry to perfection,\" also \"He discovered the numerical relations of the musical scale.\" Proclus states: \"The word Mathematics originated with the Pythagoreans!\"\nThe sacrifice of the hecatomb apparently rests on a statement of Plutarch, who probably took it from Apollodorus, that \"Pythagoras sacrificed an ox on finding a geometrical diagram.\" As the Pythagoreans originated the doctrine of Metempsychosis which predicates that all souls live first in animals and then in man \u2013 the same doctrine of reincarnation held so generally in the East from whence Pythagoras might have heard it \u2013 the philosopher and his followers were vegetarians and reverenced all animal life, so the \"sacrifice\" is probably mythical.\nCertainly, there is nothing in contemporary accounts of Pythagoras to lead us to think that he was either sufficiently wealthy or silly enough to slaughter a hundred valuable cattle to express his delight at learning to prove what was later to be the 47th problem of Euclid.\nIn Pythagoras' day (582 B.C.), of course, the \"47th problem\" was not called that.\nIt remained for Euclid, of Alexandria, several hundred years later, to write his books of Geometry, of which the 47th and 48th problems form the end of the first book. It is generally conceded either that Pythagoras did indeed discover the Pythagorean problem, or that it was known prior to his time, and used by him; and that Euclid, recording in writing the science of Geometry as it was known then, merely availed himself of the mathematical knowledge of his era.\nIt is probably the most extraordinary of all scientific matters that the books of Euclid, written three hundred years or more before the Christian era, should still be used in schools. While a hundred different geometries have been invented or discovered since his day, Euclid's \"Elements\" are still the foundation of that science which is the first step beyond the common mathematics of every day. In spite of the emphasis placed upon geometry in our Fellowcrafts degree our insistence that it is of a divine and moral nature, and that by its study we are enabled not only to prove the wonderful properties of nature but to demonstrate the more important truths of morality, it is common knowledge that most men know nothing of the science which they studied \u2013 and most despised \u2013 in their school days.\nIf one man in ten in any lodge can demonstrate the 47th problem of Euclid, the lodge is above the common run in educational standards!\nAnd yet the 47th problem is at the root not only of geometry, but of most applied mathematics; certainly, of all which are essential in engineering, in astronomy, in surveying, and in that wide expanse of problems concerned with finding one unknown from two known factors. At the close of the first book Euclid states the 47th problem \u2013 and its correlative 48th \u2013 as follows:\n47th \u2013 In every right angle triangle the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.\n48th \u2013 If the square described of one of the sides of a triangle be equal to the squares described of the other two sides, then the angle contained by these two is a right angle.\nThis sounds more complicated than it is. Of all people, Masons should know what a square is! As our ritual teaches us, a square is a right angle or the fourth part of a circle, or an angle of ninety degrees. For the benefit of those who have forgotten their school days, the \"hypotenuse\" is the line which makes a right angle (a square) into a triangle, by connecting the ends of the two lines which from the right angle.\nFor illustrative purposes let us consider that the familiar Masonic square has one arm six inches long and one arm eight inches long. If a square be erected on the six-inch arm, that square will contain square inches to the number of six times six, or thirty-six square inches. The square erected on the eight-inch arm will contain square inches to the number of eight times eight, or sixty-four square inches. The sum of sixty-four and thirty-six square inches is one hundred square inches.\nAccording to the 47th problem the square which can be erected upon the hypotenuse, or line adjoining the six and eight-inch arms of the square should contain one hundred square inches. The only square which can contain one hundred square inches has ten-inch sides, since ten, and no other number is the square root of one hundred. This is provable mathematically, but it is also demonstrable with an actual square. The curious only need lay off a line six inches long, at right angles to a line eight inches long; connect the free ends by a line (the Hypotenuse) and measure the length of that line to be convinced \u2013 it is, indeed, ten inches long.\nThis simple matter then is the famous 47th problem. But while it is simple in conception it is complicated with innumerable ramifications in use.\nIt is the root of all geometry. It is behind the discovery of every unknown from two known factors. It is the very cornerstone of mathematics. The engineer who tunnels from either side through a mountain uses it to get his two shafts to meet in the center. The surveyor who wants to know how high a mountain may be ascertains the answer through the 47th problem.\nThe astronomer who calculates the distance of the sun, the moon, the planets, and who fixes \"the duration of time and seasons, years and cycles,\" depends upon the 47th problem for his results. The navigator traveling the trackless seas uses the 47th problem in determining his latitude, his longitude, and his true time. Eclipses are predicted; tides are specified as to height and time of occurrence, land is surveyed, roads run, shafts dug, and bridges built because of the 47th problem of Euclid \u2013 probably discovered by Pythagoras \u2013 shows the way.\nIt is difficult to show \"why\" it is true; easy to demonstrate that it is true. If you ask why the reason for its truth is difficult to demonstrate, let us reduce the search for \"why\" to a fundamental and ask \"why\" is two added to two always four, and never five or three?\" We answer \"because we call the product of two added to two by the name of four.\" If we express the conception of \"fourness\" by some other name, then two plus two would be that other name. But the truth would be the same, regardless of the name. So it is with the 47th problem of Euclid. The sum of the squares of the sides of any right-angled triangle \u2013 no matter what their dimensions \u2013 always exactly equals the square of the line connecting their ends (the hypotenuse). One line may be a few 10's of an inch long \u2013 the other several miles long; the problem invariably works out, both by actual measurement upon the earth and by mathematical demonstration. [Image Credit: 47th Problem of Euclid by Peter Savant]\nIt is impossible for us to conceive of a place in the universe where two added to two produces five, and not four (in our language). We cannot conceive of a world, no matter how far distant among the stars, where the 47th problem is not true. For \"true\" means absolute \u2013 not dependent upon time, or space, or place, or world or even universe. Truth, we are taught, is a divine attribute and as such is coincident with Divinity, omnipresent.\nIt is in this sense that the 47th problem \"teaches Masons to be general lovers of the art and sciences.\" The universality of this strange and important mathematical principle must impress the thoughtful with the immutability of the laws of nature. The third of the movable jewels of the Entered Apprentice Degree reminds us that \"so should we, both operative and speculative, endeavor to erect our spiritual building (house) in accordance with the rules laid down by the Supreme Architect of the Universe, in the great books of nature and revelation, which are our spiritual, moral and Masonic Trestleboard.\"\nGreatest among \"the rules laid down by the Supreme Architect of the Universe,\" in His great book of nature, is this of the 47th problem; this rule that, given a right angle triangle, we may find the length of any side if we know the other two; or, given the squares of all three, we may learn whether the angle is a \"Right\" angle, or not. With the 47th problem, man reaches out into the universe and produces the science of astronomy.\nWith it, he measures the most infinite of distances. With it, he describes the whole framework and the handiwork of nature. With it, he calculates the orbits and the positions of those \"numberless worlds about us.\" With it, he reduces the chaos of ignorance to the law and order of intelligent appreciation of the cosmos. With it, he instructs his fellow-Masons that \"God is always geometrizing\" and that the \"great book of Nature\" is to be read through a square.\nConsidered thus, the \"invention of our ancient friend and brother, the great Pythagoras,\" becomes one of the most impressive, as it is one of the most important, of the emblems of all Freemasonry, since to the initiate it is a symbol of the power, the wisdom and the goodness of the Great Artificer of the Universe. It is the plainer for its mystery \u2013 the more mysterious because it is so easy to comprehend.\nNot for nothing does the Fellowcraft's degree beg our attention to the study of the seven liberal arts and sciences, especially the science of geometry, or Masonry. Here, in the Third Degree, is the very heart of Geometry, and a close and vital connection between it and the greatest of all Freemasonry's teachings \u2013 the knowledge of the \"All-Seeing Eye.\"\nHe that hath ears to hear \u2013 let him hear \u2013 and he that hath eyes to see \u2013 let him look! When he has both listened and looked, and understood the truth behind the 47th problem he will see a new meaning to the reception of a Fellowcraft, understand better that a square teaches morality, and comprehend why the \"angle of 90 degrees, or the fourth part of a circle\" is dedicated to the Master!\n~ From, SHORT TALK BULLETIN \u2013 Vol.VIII, October 1930, No.10.\nThe Sacred Tetractys: Why do Freemasons connect the dots?\n3 Aug 2018 By Pamela McDown in Freemasons Tags: Ancient Greece, Brother C.W. Leadbeater, Builders, Co-Masonry, Co-Masons, Divine Patterns, Equilateral Triangle, Freemason, Freemasonry, Freemasons, H.P. Blavatsky, Manly Palmer Hall, Mason, Masonry, Masons, Master Builders, Mysticism, Prestonian Lectures, Pythagoras, Pythagoreans, Sacred, Samos, Science of Number, Secret Doctrine, Tetractys, The Secret Teachings of all Ages, Triangle\tLeave a comment\nIf Pythagoras found himself transported to the modern world, he would have much to learn about technology, science, and human thought. But is there something Pythagoras can still teach us today in his symbol of the tetractys? What do the dots reveal? How is it significant to Freemasonry?\nTo start with, tetractys refers to a symbol of the Pythagoreans which consists of four rows of dots containing one, two, three, and four dots respectively which form an equilateral triangle. Many have found the tetractys full of sublime meaning.\nWhen did the tetractys first come about? To answer this question may be more difficult. Very little is known about the real Pythagoras, or rather too much is \"known\" about him, but most of it is surely mistaken. The biographical trail is scattered with contradictions. It combines the sublime, the absurd, the inconceivable, and the just plain weird.\nThe teachings are elusive because he never wrote anything down. His treatises are only known to us through other Greek researchers. Consequently, it is up to present-day scholars (and there are many) to sift through these works in order to find a common thread that can be genuinely ascribed to Pythagoras.\nWe do know that Pythagoras was born in Samos in the sixth century B.C.E. Pythagoras was both a mystic and a scientist, although some scholars tend to praise his mathematical prowess while looking away with embarrassment at his perceived \"mysticism.\" For Pythagoreans, they were one and the same.\nThe Science of Number was the cornerstone of the Pythagoreans. It describes, if not yet everything, at least something very important about physical reality, namely the sizes and shapes of the objects that inhabit it.\nThe Pythagoreans influenced the world by the simple expression:\n\"All is number.\" \u2013 Pythagoras\nWhat Did Pythagoras mean by this famous motto \"All is Number?\"\nIs it possible to listen to this message today afresh, with Pythagorean ears? What teaching does the tetractys offer a Freemason?\nThe Tetractys: A Masonic Lecture by William Preston (1772)\nFreemasons in earlier times thought highly of Pythagorean philosophy. Brother Manly Palmer Hall, a 33\u00b0 Mason dedicated an entire chapter in his work \"The Secret Teachings of all Ages\" to the both mystical and philosophical qualities of Pythagorean numbers.\nHall wrote:\n\"The ten dots, or Tetractys of Pythagoras, was a symbol of the greatest importance, for to the discerning mind it revealed the mystery of universal nature.\"\nHall states that if one examines the tetractys symbolically a wealth of otherwise hidden wisdom begins to reveal itself.\nThe Prestonian Lectures (1772) give us further insight into some of the possible masonic thinking on the tetractys in the 1800's. It was the subject in one of the series of lectures written by Brother William Preston for instruction and education of the Lodge members.\nAn excerpt of the Lecture (1772) goes as follows:\n\"The Pythagorean philosophers and their ancestors considered a Tetractys or No. 4:\n1st as containing the decad;\n2nd as completing an entire and perfect triangle;\n3rd as comprising the 4 great principles of arithmetic and geometry;\n4th as representing in its several points the 4 elements of Air, Fire, Water and Earth, and collectively the whole system of the universe;\nLastly as separately typifying the 4 external principles of existence, generation, emanation, creation and preservation, thence collectively denoting the Great Architect of the Universe Wherefore to swear by the Tetractys was their most sacred and inviolate oath.\"\nIn other words, it is taught to Freemasons that a four-fold pattern permeates the natural world, examples of which are the point, line, surface and solid and the four elements earth, water, air and fire. Musically they represent the perfect consonants: the unison, the octave, the fifth and the fourth.\nThe Divine Creator in Freemasonry is sometimes referred to as The Great \"Architect\" or Grand \"Geometrician\" always building the universe through the creative tools of the geometer. Tetractys itself can be interpreted as a divine blueprint of creation.\nSome say that Pythagoras and his successors had two ways of teaching, one for the profane, and one for the initiated. The first was clear and unveiled, the second was symbolic and enigmatic. In order to achieve mastery of this universe, a person has to discover the veiled meaning of numbers hidden in all things.\nI have often wondered if we could hypothetically peer into the mind of the Grand Geometrician, and the veil was lifted, what design would we see?\nThe Grand Design\nPerhaps we would see how the Master Builder has ordered all things by measure and number and weight. Throughout the structure of the universe the properties of number are manifested. Geometry is fundamental to the work of the masonic builders. It is engaged with the first configurations of the Plan upon which the form is erected and the idea materialized.\nExamining numbers symbolically, they represent more than quantities; they also have qualities. Brother H. P. Blavatsky in the \"Secret Doctrine\" tells us the numbers are entities. They are mysterious. They are essential to all forms. They are to be found in the realm of essential consciousness. They are clues to our evolution.\nBlavatsky emphasizes that the study of numbers is not only a way of understanding nature, but it is also a means of turning the mind away from the physical world which Pythagoras held to be transitory and unreal, leading to the contemplation of the \"real.\"\nPersonally, I find that the masonic teachings in all their many symbolic forms a good way to study numbers. The reason I continually come back to Pythagorean philosophy is the tradition of music theory. In music, the Divine patterns of the Grand Geometrician are expressed in musical ratios. Harmony through sound, therefore, can be applied to all phenomena of nature, even going so far as to demonstrate the harmonic relationship of the planets, constellations, elements and everything, really. The reason being that all life vibrates, like the string.\nWhy do Freemasons connect the dots? Like many symbols, the tetractys can lead a craftsman down a rabbit hole of self-discovery. By rabbit hole, I mean a portal into a mysterious and infinite wonderland of formulas filled with beauty, confusion and intrigue \u2013 a place to encounter all sorts of adventures with concepts beyond our wildest dreams that keeps us coming back for more.\n\"The more deeply we study the processes of nature the greater in every direction becomes our admiration for the wonderful work of Him who made it all.\"\n\u2013 C.W. Leadbeader\nNote: The full Prestonian Lecture on the Tetractys and Masonic Geometry can be referenced in Ars Quatuor Coronatorum, Volume 83.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Editors Comment : The political approach to NZ Superannuation\nBy kaspanzweb\t September 1, 2017 2 Comments\nAlec Waugh is the chairman of the Consumer organisation known as Kaspanz (Kiwi Saver, Annuities, New Zealand Superannuation Protection Association Incorporated). He chairs U3A Takapuna Finance and Investment Group. He has a Master of Public Policy and Bachelor Degree in New Zealand History. He retired as a Police Superintendent in 2006 after 38 years of service.\nWHY CHANGE THE AGE OF ELIGIBIITY ETC FOR NZ SUPERANNUATION\nNew Zealand leads the world with its twin model of NZ Superannuation and Kiwi Saver schemes. Recognized as the smart country by many offshore analysts in its approach to pension policy, New Zealand Superannuation current costs and future projections costs out to 2060 continue as one of the lowest in the OECD. As Susan St John and Clare Dale in their 2016 paper said \"The projected NZS expenditure appears modest, especially if net rather than gross spending is counted, and when compared to current pension spending in other countries.\" Why then the proposal by the National Party to change the age of eligibility from 65 years to 67 years?\nPart of the answer is a lack of knowledge on the topic. Only Auckland University has a very small dedicated Retirement Policy and Research Centre. Another complexity is the perception that longevity is increasing, when the real issue is individual quality of life in senior years. Some people may live a couple more years, but it's the illness and injuries and inability to work that is the real issue. Economists have not helped with their crisis rhetoric and superficial comments. Developing social and public policy is not the expertise of these so-called experts, and their assumptions and long-term projections are often flawed. Further, the lack of comparative overseas research and information is often missing from the debate.\nA range of New Zealand mostly male right- wing commentators compound both the facts and perceptions. These include David Seymour, Guyon Espiner, John Roughan. Peter Lyons, Matthew Hooton, Mike Hosking, Larry Williams, Leighton Smith, Brian Farrow and last but not least female commentator Fran O'Sullivan , who all make comments on NZ Superannuation which sound profound at first glance, but too often do not cut it upon subsequent examination. The voices of calm reason and substantial evidence flow from Susan St John, Martin Hawes, Michael Littlewood, Roger Hurnard and Mary Holm; while Diana Clements and Carmel Fisher also offer balanced views, with Bernard Hickey often writing provocatively, but has a depth of knowledge. John Gascoigne displays a wealth of understanding and income trends over time. The less said about the editorial stance of the New Zealand Herald on NZ Superannuation the better, superficial at best.\nJudgments hopefully rest upon thoughtful and careful assessment of many issues. Be wary of those calling for policy change from just one perspective. The reality is no other alternative model of Superannuation outside of the current set up exists, a model which has assisted women and kept the elderly from poverty for generations. When you add in the fact that with retirement income issues there has not been a task force since 1991, and political parties have no accord between each other on retirement income policy, the potential for poor decisions is profound. There is no reason why NZ Superannuation does not continue for the generations to come!\nThe announcement by Prime Minister English contained elements of sound pragmatic political decision making. No changes for 20 years, and then a move upwards from 65 to 67 years. The change in residency entitlement (10 years residency to 20 years to qualify) is appealing to many New Zealanders. Our country has often had a liberal edge with that particular rule. English met the essential element of allowing for a long lead-in time, allowing consumer's time to adjust both thinking and saving patterns.\nBut the announcement failed to address the Section 70 spousal issue of overseas pensions and a number of other minor adjustments could have been included which would have made the Prime Ministers' announcement more substantial. It is of course a political announcement, vote for us and you will receive this offer.\nLabour Party has announced the Status quo will continue. The issue here is that the Labour Party has recently changed position on this topic; the current position has the smells of electioneering vote seeking. Ironically their position is valid and sustainable, but a U turn is always likely on past performance. To date the new leader has been left off the hook, re her position on this matter, during the current campaign. Voters want consistency on pension policy and Labour to date has proven to be flakey.\nWhat was needed, and would have provided a buffer for the Government announcement, was a task force report, similar to the Tax Working Group 2010. A political party making a policy call on New Zealand Retirement Income Policy without such material is risky policy.\nWhat we do know is that over 40% of New Zealanders 65 years and over relies on our superannuation as their sole means of income. This statistic has remained basically unchanged for a long time and will continue to be a future trend. Kiwi Saver savings are not substantial enough to make a lot of difference. The intergeneration tensions are a red herring; history shows many look back with rose tinted glasses and those looking forward often predict doom and gloom.\nEvery generation makes adjustments to the challenges faced, but the research on the topic indicates it all evens out. A rising problem for those in the 40-60 years group is they are on the retirement income treadmill, continually being pulled in multiple directions, saving plans in reverse, as they financially support adult children, and also looking after frail parents. Pre-occupied by others needs is the trend for this group, their own retirement savings eroded.\nThis group is aptly called the \"sandwich generation\". Work-place pension's schemes have diminished rapidly over the last 25 years, and defined contribution schemes like Kiwi Saver have camouflaged retirement income gaps. Research suggests that providing child care for those less than 5 years old, is now the dominant responsibility of grandparents. They are also coping with their children not departing the family home and becoming independent, but staying longer (nesting) and an emerging trend of children having experienced study and work experience, returning to the family home in their later years, seeking cheaper living costs. Parental hospitality, parental loans\/guarantees to their children are everywhere.\nToday's reality for many parents is they are supporting their siblings financially, detrimentally affecting their own retirement nest eggs. Its imperative parents ensure their own retirement income needs come first.\nIn summary the current model is sound, tweaking and minor adjustments are the only modifications required, and for any party suggesting rising the age entitlement of NZ Super, substantial lead in time (2 decades) provided , so saving habits and commitments can be realigned appropriately.\nThis article was written by kaspanzweb\n\u2190 Previous post: Labour and National Policies on the age of entitlement for NZ Super and resuming contributions to the NZ Super fund\nFinancial Services Council Research: Kiwi SaverNext post: \u2192\n2 thoughts on \"Editors Comment : The political approach to NZ Superannuation\"\nJan McKeogh says:\nExcellent overview Alec.\nFor now leave it alone. Good sensible piece Alec.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Racing Track\nThe 2020 Canadian Grand Prix in Montr\u00e9al with exclusive access through one of our Official Ticket PackagesTHU 11 JUN - SUN 14 JUN 2020\nThis race starts in:\nThe 2020 Canadian Grand Prix\nPlace your bet\nCanadian Grand Prix 2020: History, Preview, and Potential Champions\nThe Canadian Grand Prix is one of the most unpredictable stages in the Formula 1 online casinos calendar. Races on the Montreal track are always incredibly exciting and usually full of surprises. It is rarely possible to predict the winner because often the favorites here are forced to abandon the fight, and the racers, who do not claim the title, enter the podium.\nCanadian Grand Prix moved to Montreal in 1978. The reason for this was the fact that the Motorsport Park, which hosted the Canadian stage from 1967 to 1977, was considered obsolete and too dangerous. Therefore, this year the Canadian stage will take place in Montreal, at Autodrome named after Gilles Villeneuve on June 11\u201414, 2020.\nThe track in Montreal is surprisingly harmonious, combining both long straight lines and slow corners. In this case, the track in Canada is wide enough and very favorable for overtaking. There are enough concrete walls along the route, so most of the overhangs pose a threat of the appearance of a safety car in a race. So the races here, as a rule, take place in a very tight fight. Particular attention in Montreal attracts, of course, the so-called \"Wall of Champions\", which got its name in 1999, when 3 world champions 'visited' it in one race weekend: Damon Hill, Jacques Villeneuve, and Michael Schumacher. Later the wall was moved away from the track.\nThe Canadian GP is considered one of the top races in the Formula 1 calendar. The history and the competitive nature have been some of the factors behind the enormous interest in this event, which is also called as the Montreal Grand Prix.\nIt was inducted into the Formula 1 World Championship in 1967. In the initial years, the event was staged at the Mosport Park in Ontario. During these days, F1 Montreal was also held at the Circuit Mont-Tremblant in Quebec. Since 1978, though, it has been permanently held at the Notre Dame Island in Montreal. Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, which hosts the event, is considered as iconic as the Canadian Grand Prix. Try new site oddsdigger.com \u2013 best bet UK with f1 grand prix predictions, odds from top bookmakers.\n2020 Canadian GP Preview\nAs ever, Montreal F1 2020 will take place at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. The race will take place on June 6-11. Traditionally, it has always been held after the Monaco Grand Prix and the 2020 edition is no different. The Grand Prix Montreal schedule sees the event held just a fortnight after the Monaco Grand Prix, one of the iconic events. Formula 1 fans, thus, are treated to a spectacular schedule of races. The European Grand Prix took place after this race in the 2016 season, but 2020 edition will be following a different route with fans being treated to the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. It is different only in terms of nomenclature, as it will take place at the same Baku City Circuit in Baku.\nStrengthening of the Field with Updates\nSince the Montreal Grand Prix schedule for 2020 comes just after the Spanish Grand Prix, it is likely that the cars are going to be even faster. Several new upgrades are expected to be brought in by the teams prior to the Spanish Grand Prix, and this will only serve to make the cars faster. F1 2020 teams and drivers have been focused on making the cars faster with aerodynamics and powerful engines. This tactic has been hugely successful in the first few races with the entertainment quotient going up significantly. The Grand Prix weekend Montreal is also expected to witness a similar fare.\nFAQ for Canadian Grand Prix Visitors\nThe Best Place to Stay\nGrand Prix in Montreal is an annual auto racing event attracting the people from all over the globe.\nThe outskirts of Montreal are the best place to stay because the circuit can be found here. Montreal is a dynamic city where you can see a lot of things and which can satisfy all the tastes. This city combines ancient architecture and Art Deco buildings, making this place attractive for tourists worldwide.\nIf you are an avid shopper, Montreal won't disappoint you because the city has many luxury boutiques and brand shops. Art admirers won't be bored too. Montreal museums offer a wide range of Canadian and International art. You will be fascinated with a beautiful harbor at the Old Port where lots of small restaurants can be found. Nothing can be more pleasant than to sit in one of them over a cup of coffee, enjoying the stunning views of Parc Jean Drapeau. This park is very famous because the Formula 1 speedway track is situated here. Every quarter of this splendid city is unique and charming and you will never get bored walking there. This city will be ideal both for those who like cultural and leisure activities and those who like speed. You won't be bored here, for sure.\nIt's not a problem to find the lodging here but we advise you to book it in advance at a suitable price. It's obvious that prices will significantly rise before the sporting event.\nInternational Visits\nAll internal and international flights are made from Montreal's Pierre Elliott-Trudeau International Airport. It's located 22km west of the city.\nVisit our dedicated Hotels page to get more detailed info about lodging in the city.\nHow Can You Find the Race Track in Montreal?\nThis racing track is at an accessible distance from Montreal's center, that's why you are able both to savor the cultural sights of the city center and to amuse yourself with the speed of racing cars.\nCan I Use the Underground to Reach the Race?\nIf you are planning to use the Underground, take the Yellow Line and get off at Jean-Drapeau station. After that, find the bus number 167 and it will take you to the races.\nCan I Use My Auto to Reach the Race?\nWe warn you that it's not the most convenient way because there are often traffic jams and lack of parking spaces at the track. If you still have a strong desire to get there by your own car, take the \"Parc Jean-Drapeau\" route starting from the Jacques-Cartier Bridge. Some streets have really heavy traffic, especially during the race events. It's rather time-consuming and stressful to get to the race by automobile because of heavy traffic and lots of people.\nWhat Other Races Are Expected?\nYou are lucky to enjoy four more race series which take place over the racing weekend. Check them in the timetable of racing events. Racing fans will like being here.\nDo I Need to Be Early at the Race?\nWe recommend you to be there at 8 in the morning because the auto races are held at this time. Obtain unforgettable emotions and breathtaking experience by visiting the races.\nDo Tickets Include Seating Positions?\nThe answer is yes. Seating position is booked, so you won't have to run here and there in search for a place to occupy. But think about booking your tickets in advance.\nAre there Conveniences for Disabled People?\nThere are specially constructed rostrums for handicapped persons. It's not a problem to buy a ticket for these rostrums.\nCan I Get Eatables at the Track?\nThere are restaurants for rostrums ticket holders, but all visitors can also buy nice sandwiches and beverages from carts or take their own lunch.\nThe Items I can Take with Me to the Races?\nPortability. Walking sticks, perambulators and invalid carriages are permitted. Portability continues to be a basic issue for disability groups.\nAnimals. Only service and seeing-eye dogs are permitted. Don't take your pets at the races.\nSunscreen. We offer you sunscreen and\/or caps as a means of protection against the blazing sun.\nWhat Do I Need for Noise Damping?\nIt's better to use earplugs or headphones if you don't want to go deaf because F 1 cars are earsplitting.\nPhoto Cameras\/Camcorders\/Binoculars\nThese items are permitted. Use them to enjoy a close-up view or to preserve incredible moments on photo footage.\nWhat Is Forbidden?\nSmoking and being without your shirt are forbidden. It's not a beach to walk here bare-chested. To occupy the stairs is also prohibited and if you stand up to take a picture, don't stand for a long time not to disturb other people.\nHow Many Circles Has the F1 Race in Montreal?\nThe race consists of 70 circles. Their total distance is 305.27km. It's amazing, isn't it?\nRating of applicants\nGER FERRARI 86\nGBR MERCEDES 73\nFIN MERCEDES 63\nFIN FERRARI 49\nNED RED BULL RACING TAG HEUER 35\nAUS RED BULL RACING TAG HEUER 22\nMEX FORCE INDIA MERCEDES 22\nBRA WILLIAMS MERCEDES 18\nESP TORO ROSSO 11\nFRA FORCE INDIA MERCEDES 9\nGER RENAULT 6\nFRA HAAS FERRARI 4\nDEN HAAS FERRARI 4\nIconic Aspects\nOne of the iconic aspects of the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve happens to be the 'Wall of Champions,' which is actually the last corner of the circuit. It gained this unique name after witnessing champions or former champions Michael Schumacher, Jacques Villeneuve, and Damon Hill crash into the corner in 1999. This corner also presents a great overtaking option in the Montreal F1 track. Here are the possible contenders who can make a difference in the Grand Prix du Canada 2020:\nLewis Hamilton is clearly one a mission to become the most successful driver when it comes to the le Grand Prix Montreal. After having won the race an incredible five times, the Brit is only two wins away from equalling the record held by Michael Schumacher, who has seven wins. Since 2010, Hamilton has managed four wins at the Grand Prix F1 Montreal. A big positive for Hamilton is the upcoming round of updates in the next few weeks. Mercedes are expected to go quicker from the Spanish Grand Prix onwards. Hamilton is also immensely successful when it comes to the F1 Canadian Grand Prix, a race that he has won five times.\nSebastian Vettel has had an excellent start to 2020 after opening up a lead over Lewis Hamilton in the world championship table. It will be interesting to see if the German will be able to maintain their advantage by the time the F1 weekend Montreal Grand Prix begins. Since becoming a major player in the sport, Sebastian Vettel has been able to enjoy success in just one Montreal Grand Prix weekend. His only success at this event was in 2013 when he was racing for Red Bull Renault. At that period, Red Bull Renault were significantly better than any other team on the grid.\nValtteri Bottas has so far surprised many by managing to show quite a lot of pace. His pole position at the Bahrain Grand Prix was a testament to his speed, and there can be no doubt that he will be one of the contenders during the Grand Prix Montreal dates. The 27-year-old has been performing well when it comes to the Montreal F1 race. While racing for Williams Martini, he has managed to finish third in the last two editions. His only finish below the 10th spot was in 2013 when he could only manage a 14th place finish.\nDaniel Ricciardo is struggling in the World Drivers' Championship after only managing a fourth and fifth place finish in the Chinese and Bahrain Grand Prix. Yet, he has a pedigree when it comes to the Canadian Formula 1 Grand Prix, as he finished as the winner back in 2014. Once again, a significant amount of focus will go towards Red Bull Renault's vastly superior car back then. However, the Australian showed that he is more than capable of winning the GP Montreal when called upon. Those who have secured Montreal Grand Prix tickets should not dismiss the chances of the 27-year-old succeeding in the race.\nThe 2020 Canadian Grand Prix is pretty close and we are bound to see the big names in the F1 world fight for points in the Drivers' Standings. The fight between Mercedes and Ferrari is tougher than ever and we will see incredible moments as Hamilton is looking for ways to put a stark difference between him and the second place in the standings.\nCanadian Grand Prix 2019\ncanadian-grand-prix.com \u00a9 2020","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Price From (\u20ac0)\nPrice To (\u20ac9999)\nApply updated filters \u00bb Cancel Clear Filters\nBed & Breakfast Eure & Loir\nLaons B&B - Bed and Breakfast - Laons Holiday Rentals\nSort: Distance - Sort by - Price Ascending Price Descending Reviews Reserve Online\nLa Bulle des Vies Denses\nEscorpain B&B\nGuylaine and Pascal welcome you to their lovely restored farmhouse with 5 comfortable and personalized rooms. Give yourself a moment just for you time for a visit to \"The Bubble Lives Dense\" in rejuvenating you into his space entirely dedicated to well-being.\nFrom \u20ac72 \/ night\n\"La H\ufffdronni\ufffdre\"\nMontreuil B&B\nCharming Guest House in the Royal Valley of the Eure.\nYin Loft G\ufffdte Design\nSainte Gemme Moronval B&B & Gite\nYinloft holiday in Sainte Gemme Moronval, opens its doors after 12 months of work, to make a bed loft in Design 120M \ufffd, in an old building (Stables). Former home of Jean Gabin, in the middle of a park of one hectare and Zen, on the banks of the Eure Located on the 1st floor of my workshop YIN-ART, you will discover during your stay my works and those of my artist friends.\nFerme des Landes\nSenonches B&B\nBed and Breakfast located in Senonches (Eure et Loir) near the forest on farm horse Percheron\nLa Crusilloise\nCroisilles B&B\nThe Crusilloise Bed and Breakfast and breakfast\nFerme de La Bretilli\ufffdre\nLes Menus B&B\nReception room of 170m2 and rooms for 2 or 4 people, 130kms from Paris, SNCF station 7km on the line Paris Le Mans.\nLa Grand maison\nMeauc\ufffd B&B\n1h30 from Paris to the Meauce Grand'Maison is located in the Perche of Eure et Loir, fortified area, two comfortable rooms are available. A Room for 2 people with double bed of 160 cm. another room for 4 with a double bed of 160 cm and 90 cm bed and a trundle bed of 90 cm. Large wooded park with deer and deer.\nFlamingo Rooms\nLongny Au Perche B&B\nLocated in the heart of the Perche Regional Park, 130 km from Paris, close to all commerce, our guest rooms offer all the comfort you can wish for a few days off.\nLe 31 - G\ufffdte La Pac\ufffdenne\nPacy Sur Eure B&B & Gite\nNice apartment in the heart of town in Pacy-sur-Eure\nFrom \u20ac300 \/ week\nMa campagne\nLocated in Escorpain, Ma campagne provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy free bikes, a garden and a shared lounge. The accommodation is air conditioned and features a private pool, a hot tub and a sauna. Featuring a kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, each unit also comes with a satellite flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, wardrobe and a seating area with a sofa. Some units include a dining area and\/or a balcony. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. The wellness area at Ma campagne is comprised of a hammam, a spa centre and a hot tub. A barbecue can be found at the accommodation, along with a terrace. Chartres is 46 km from Ma campagne, while \ufffdvreux is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 96 km from the bed and breakfast.\nFrom \u20ac405 \/ night\nLe Nid Douillet\nCrucey Villages B&B\nWe welcome you from Friday evening to Monday morning in our farmhouse with two rooms for 2 people each, comfortable quiet in the middle of the countryside. Treat yourself to a moment in the \"Au Nid Douillet\" campaign for a night or a weekend ... 1 room for 2 people on the floor of the farmhouse \"C\ufffdt\ufffd jardin\" including room bath \/ shower, WC, washbasin 1 room for 2 people independent of the privatized long\ufffdre \"Zen side\" including a Spa at 38 \ufffd with 4 jets (included in the price of the night) and sanitary\nLe Parc De Crecy\nCr\ufffdcy-couv\ufffd B&B & Gite\nLocated on the site of the former castle of Madame de Pompadour, Le Parc de Crecy offers a fully restored site. Starting point for many tourist and hiking tours to the door of Normandie, Yvelines and 30 minutes from Chartres.\nCharmant studio\nMaillebois B&B & Gite\nCharmant studio is set in Maillebois. Chartres is 39 km from the apartment, while Dreux is 25 km from the property.\nChambre d'h\ufffdtes : Les Terrasses\nTr\ufffdon B&B\nLes Terrasses B&B is set near popular hiking trails and is less than 1 km from the centre of Tr\ufffdon. It offers free Wi-Fi in the suite, a terrace with outdoor furniture and a balcony as well as satellite TV. A DVD player is provided in this suite with garden views. One of the bedrooms overlooks the forest while the other have a balcony. Decorated in white and blue, the bathroom is fitted with free toiletries, a hairdryer and a shower. A microwave, fridge and kitchenware are provided in the suite. Guests are invited to enjoy a continental breakfast with homemade jam, hot drinks and pastries. Breakfast can be taken in the suite for a maximum of 2 guests or on the terrace or family living room for more guests, and barbecue facilities are also provided. Les Terrasses is 35 km from Chartres and a 30-minute drive from the chateaux of Anet and Maintenon. A horse riding centre and golf club can be found in the area. Dreux Train Station, 11 km away, provides direct access to Paris in 1 hour. Fishing is possible at an extra cost in Ecluzelles Fishing Pond, which is 11 km away.\nSaint-Jean-de-Rebervilliers B&B\nOffering a sun terrace and views of the garden, La Vigne is set in Saint-Jean-de-Rebervilliers in the Centre Region, 25 km from Chartres. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. You will find a coffee machine in the room. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. You will find a beauty centre at the property. An array of activities are offered in the area, such as golfing and cycling. The bed and breakfast also offers free use of bicycles. Rambouillet is 43 km from La Vigne, while \ufffdvreux is 46 km away. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 83 km from La Vigne.\nChambre d'H\ufffdtes - DOUCE NUI-THE\nVernouillet B&B\nFeaturing free bikes, a garden, and a terrace, Chambre d'H\ufffdtes - DOUCE NUI-THE provides accommodation in Vernouillet with free WiFi and garden views. The bed and breakfast is 5 km from Parc des Expositions de Dreux. A flat-screen TV is provided. A continental breakfast is available daily at Chambre d'H\ufffdtes - DOUCE NUI-THE. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 85 km from the accommodation.\nLa Cl\ufffd des Champs\nMontigny Sur Avre B&B\nTwo guest houses independent from the house main\nManoir les Perdrix\nTilieres Sur Avre B&B\nCharming manor eighteenth between Perche and Normandy. It houses five guest rooms including a family suite with fireplace and jacuzzi. In addition to the rooms, guests can enjoy two shows and the wooded park. Lovely eighteenth century manor Ideally located on the crossroad of the Natural Park of the Perche and Normandy, just 5 minutes away from Verneuil sur Avre. 5 guest rooms Including a suite with a chimney and a balneotherapy bath Have Been Opened in the house. Our guest Can Also Benefit From The 2 lounges and the Centenial park and garden trees.\nConfort Nordique\nDreux B&B & Gite\nSituated in Dreux, 1.5 km from Joel Cauchon Stadium and 2.7 km from Chapelle Royale St-Louis, Confort Nordique offers free WiFi. The apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 82 km from the apartment.\nChambre Crescia\nLocated in Vernouillet, just 3.9 km from Parc des Expositions de Dreux, Chambre Crescia provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. A flat-screen TV is featured. A continental breakfast is available daily at the bed and breakfast. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 83 km from Chambre Crescia.\nAppartement Hyper centre Silencieux Lumineux\nLocated in Dreux, 1.9 km from Joel Cauchon Stadium and 2.8 km from Chapelle Royale St-Louis, Appartement Hyper centre Silencieux Lumineux offers air conditioning. The property has city views. The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 81 km from the apartment.\nLes Tresors de Tasti\nMarville-les-Bois B&B\nLocated in Marville-les-Bois in the Centre region, Les Tresors de Tasti provides accommodation with free WiFi. Each unit comes with a terrace offering garden views, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a well-fitted kitchenette and a shared bathroom with a hair dryer. A microwave, a fridge and oven are also featured, as well as a kettle and a coffee machine. A continental breakfast is available daily at the bed and breakfast. Guests at Les Tresors de Tasti can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Chartres is 28 km from the accommodation, while Rambouillet is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 99 km from Les Tresors de Tasti.\nChez Malo\nLignerolles B&B & Gite\nLocated in a quiet village in Normandy (1h15 from Paris), between Dreux and Evreux, you will be greeted in a friendly guest house with 9 beds. The house of about 80 sqm, in a property of 1800 m\ufffd, has two rooms for 3 or 4 people (1st) and Common (ground floor - living room with sofa bed, kitchen and bathroom showers with toilets). This haven of peace which I call my little paradise offers serenity, pleasure and, why not, according to the desires of the moment, sharing between aperitifs, barbecues and music nights\n\"casa\" L Bella Joe \"\nSao Bras De Alportel B&B\nlarge house typical of the Algarve in a quiet area\nChambres d'Hotes Ch\ufffdteau de la Puisaye\nVerneuil d\ufffdAvre et d\ufffdIton B&B\nSet on a 27-hectare park, Ch\ufffdteau de la Puisaye is located a 6-minute drive from Verneuil-sur-Avre. This 18th-century ch\ufffdteau offers individually decorated rooms, free Wi-Fi and a sauna. The garden has outdoor furniture and a child-safe and heated swimming pool. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe and a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. A continental or English breakfast can be enjoyed every morning at Ch\ufffdteau de la Puisaye. Regional meals made from local products can also be served if you reserve 48 hours in advance. Free private parking is available at the property. Guests can play table tennis or admire the horses, sheep and dogs that live in the area.\nyinloft\nSainte-Gemme-Moronval B&B & Gite\nSet in Sainte-Gemme-Moronval, yinloft offers accommodation with a private pool, private parking and free WiFi. The property features pool views and is 4.4 km from Dreux. Featuring a DVD player, the apartment has a kitchen with a microwave, a fridge and an oven, a living room, a dining area, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom with a shower. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is available. A garden, barbecue and an outdoor swimming pool are featured at the apartment. Chartres is 38 km from yinloft, while Rambouillet is 38 km away. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 79 km from the accommodation.\nDomaine La Vigneraie\nSuperb residence of charm located at SAINTE GEMME MORONVAL (EURE AND the LOIR) 28500, in the medium of park, with calms. Propose its rooms d'h\ufffdtes. Decoration and service of quality.\nLa Collini\ufffdre\nSainte-Gemme-Moronval B&B\nSet in Sainte-Gemme-Moronval, La Collini\ufffdre is just 5 km from the centre of Dreux Train Station and its direct links to Paris. It provides a homemade continental breakfast on the flowered patio. La Collini\ufffdre offers a room, suite and apartment, each with garden views and an iPod docking station. All have free WiFi access, while some also include a spa bath or a kitchenette. Additional facilities at the property include newspapers at reception and free private parking. The 15th-century church in Houdan is just 15 km from the property and Chartres is 37 km away. The bed and breakfast is also ideally located just 2 km from the N12 national road.\n\" d'une Eure \ufffd l'autre \"\nSet in Sainte-Gemme-Moronval, 45 km from \ufffdvreux, \" d'une Eure \ufffd l'autre \" offers free bikes and free WiFi. The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with bath and a hair dryer. A fridge is also offered, as well as a kettle and a coffee machine. The apartment offers a terrace. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go canoeing nearby. Chartres is 38 km from \" d'une Eure \ufffd l'autre \", while Rambouillet is 37 km from the property. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 79 km from the accommodation.\nLa Colliniere\nSte Gemme Moronval B&B & Gite\nIdeal to enjoy the peace of mind and the enjoyments of countryside, 2 steps of the royal city of Dreux, and 20 minutes Chartres time, on the axis of the RN12, this address is for you! We welcome you in our property completely decorated. Our greedy breakfast with its specialities house will treat your papillae\nGite des Lutins Chambre D'h\ufffdtes\nSorel Moussel B&B\n1h West Paris, Charming B&B for a couple between forest and river near Dreux Anet houdan suitable for single or couple.no smoking in an XIX century house\nLes Tuileries du Buisson\nFeaturing a swimming pool, a garden and a shared lounge and views of the garden, Les Tuileries du Buisson is set in Verneuil d\ufffdAvre et d\ufffdIton and offers accommodation with free WiFi. A flat-screen TV and DVD player are available in some units. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. If you would like to discover the area, hiking, cycling and fishing are possible in the surroundings. \ufffdvreux is 44 km from Les Tuileries du Buisson, while Dreux is 37 km away. The nearest airport is Deauville - Normandie Airport, 106 km from the accommodation.\nR\ufffdsidence Notre Dame\nLocated in Verneuil d\ufffdAvre et d\ufffdIton, R\ufffdsidence Notre Dame provides accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and a shared lounge. Providing river views, this holiday home also provides guests with a flat-screen TV, as well as 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. A well-equipped kitchen with a microwave, a fridge and an oven is at guests' disposal so they can prepare all their meals. The holiday home features a terrace. \ufffdvreux is 43 km from R\ufffdsidence Notre Dame, while Dreux is 38 km away. The nearest airport is Deauville - Normandie Airport, 105 km from the accommodation.\nLa Trimardi\ufffdre\nLocated in Normandy, La Trimardi\ufffdre offers B&B accommodation in the medieval town of Verneuil-sur-Avre. The property dates back to the end of the 18th century and features a flowered garden. The spacious rooms offer a view of the garden and a private shower room. Free WiFi access is available throughout the property. A continental breakfast is served each morning in the dining room or in the garden if the weather allows it. Several restaurants can be reached within walking distance of La Trimardi\ufffdre. The accommodation is 110 km from Paris and only 7 km from the activities in Center Parcs Les Bois-Francs.\nVerneuil d\ufffdAvre et d\ufffdIton B&B & Gite\nStudio is situated in Verneuil d\ufffdAvre et d\ufffdIton. This apartment also has free WiFi. The apartment features 1 bedroom, a kitchenette with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is available. \ufffdvreux is 43 km from studio, while Dreux is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Deauville - Normandie Airport, 105 km from the accommodation.\nLe G\ufffdte du Prieur\ufffd\nTheuvy Ach\ufffdres B&B & Gite\nCharming cottage, 4 ears, located in the heart of thyme, between Beauce and Perche, close to Chartres and the royal castles. Christelle Minard welcomes you to this house located in a mansion from the 18th century, facing a sea of wheat and close to the forest thyme. Surrounded by a moat, the farm has been restored and furnished with care and refinement. The Cottage may receive 5 to 7 people for short, medium and long stays.\nG\ufffdte Edena\nSaint Maurice L\ufffds Charencey B&B\nGroup accommodation for more than 50 people. We suggest renting the cottage Edena to party in Normandy up to 100 people in a beautiful farmhouse in 1:30 of Paris near Center Parcs. Reception room of 136 sqm and 15 rooms for 2 to 6 people (53 beds).\nFrom \u20ac1350 \/ week\nStudio Grande Rue - 3\nAbondant B&B & Gite\nStudio Grande Rue - 3 is set in Abondant. The air-conditioned accommodation is 39 km from \ufffdvreux. With free WiFi, this apartment offers a TV and a kitchen with a microwave and fridge. Chartres is 45 km from the apartment, while Rambouillet is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 77 km from Studio Grande Rue - 3.\nStudio Grande Rue - 4 is located in Abondant. The air-conditioned accommodation is 39 km from \ufffdvreux. With free WiFi, this apartment provides a TV and a kitchen with a microwave and fridge. Chartres is 45 km from the apartment, while Rambouillet is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 77 km from Studio Grande Rue - 4.\nExceptionnel Ch\ufffdteau pr\ufffds de Paris\nSet in Abondant in the Centre region, Exceptionnel Ch\ufffdteau pr\ufffds de Paris features a balcony. The air-conditioned accommodation is 39 km from \ufffdvreux. This apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen. Chartres is 45 km from the apartment, while Rambouillet is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 76 km from Exceptionnel Ch\ufffdteau pr\ufffds de Paris.\nLe Clos Du perche\nBoissy-l\ufffds-Perche B&B\nLocated in Boissy-l\ufffds-Perche, Le Clos Du perche offers accommodation with free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a garden and a bar. A terrace with garden views is offered in every unit. A continental breakfast is available daily at the bed and breakfast. The restaurant at Le Clos Du perche serves French cuisine. Dreux is 43 km from the accommodation, while Verneuil d\ufffdAvre et d\ufffdIton is 7 km away.\nLe Chemin du Village\nCroth B&B\nLe Chemin du Village is set in Croth and offers free bikes and a garden. The bed and breakfast has garden views and is 45 km from Giverny. Providing access to a terrace, the bed and breakfast consists of 1 bedroom. Guests wishing to travel lightly can make use of towels and linens for an additional supplement. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. Guests at Le Chemin du Village can enjoy table tennis on site, or go hiking or cycling in the surroundings. Rambouillet is 48 km from the accommodation, while \ufffdvreux is 30 km from the property. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 87 km from Le Chemin du Village.\nChambres d'h\ufffdtes Le Domaine du Centaure\nVillez-Champ-Dominel B&B\nProviding garden views, Chambres d'h\ufffdtes Le Domaine du Centaure in Villez-Champ-Dominel provides accommodation, free bikes, a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A continental breakfast is available daily at the bed and breakfast. Guests at Le Domaine du Centaure can enjoy billiards on site, or hiking in the surroundings. \ufffdvreux is 16 km from the accommodation, while Giverny is 49 km away.\nCintray Parc R\ufffdsidence\nBreteuil-sur-Iton B&B & Gite\nLocated in Cintray, just a 10-minute walk from large fishing ponds, Cintray Parc R\ufffdsidence offers a fitness centre, garden and sun terrace. \ufffdvreux is a 40-minute drive from the property. The apartment features a terrace, garden view, walk-in wardrobe and a bathroom with a shower. The kitchenette is equipped with a stovetop, refrigerator and kitchenware. Guests can also make use of the shared lounge. Additional features include free WiFi access in the public areas and free private parking on site. Activities that can be enjoyed in the surroundings include cycling and hiking. L\ufffdAigle is a 25-minute drive away.\nChambres d'h\ufffdtes\nThomer-la-S\ufffdgne B&B\nChambres d'h\ufffdtes is set in Thomer-la-S\ufffdgne. This property offers access to free WiFi. The bed and breakfast includes a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, as well as a coffee machine. A flat-screen TV is offered. The bed and breakfast offers a terrace. Guests can also relax in the garden. \ufffdvreux is 14 km from Chambres d'h\ufffdtes, while Giverny is 43 km from the property.\nLe Petit R\ufffdtelier\nSt Andre De L Eure B&B\nBed and breakfast in the center of St. Andrew of eure\nLe Colvert\nMittainvilliers B&B\nSpacious suite upstairs with a separate dependence of the house in a property surrounded by greenery close to 15 km from Chartres\nDomaine du Tronchay\nCourville-sur-eure B&B\nEdith & Francis welcome you in their three charming cottages for your next step in expatriation Eure Valley. On the road between Chartres & Perche Nogent-le-Rotrou, located northeast of Courville-sur-Eure ...\nChambre d'h\ufffdtes - Le jardin des Patissons\nLa Foret Du Parc B&B\nOffering a terrace in its floral garden, Chambre d'h\ufffdtes - Le jardin des Patissons is located in La Foret Du Parc. The half-timbered guest house offers rooms with a view of the garden. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer. The guest house features antique furniture and free Wi-Fi access is provided throughout. The homemade breakfast can be sampled under the veranda, on the terrace or by the wood burning stove, in the communal lounge. Activities in the surroundings include cycling, hiking and golfing. The property is situated 15 km from the city of Evreux and free car park is provided on site.\nG\ufffdte Rural de Marchezais\nMarchezais B&B\nWelcome to the Farm Marchezais. Less than an hour from Paris, near the Ile de France, Normandy, Beauce and Perche, farmers welcome you to introduce you to their environment. By staying in the cottage, a visit to the petting zoo or the discovery of breeding ponies, you will share a moment of relaxation and simplicity. RN 12 2 km, railway station on site.\nLa Long\ufffdre du Perche\nManou B&B\nA guest room charm to Manu, in a country setting just 90 minutes from Paris. the confines of the Perche Regional Park, in the valley of the Eure and Beauce, Chantal and Jean-Louis welcome you all year in a typical farmhouse from the Perche and invite you to enjoy in this suspended niche; pleasure of passing time. And you is served daily in the cathedral living room of 60mWith stone walls, a homemade breakfast with his bread baked on site where the terrace to enjoy a moment of life in the beautiful garden and flowers.\nG\ufffdte de La Bogasserie\nMANOU B&B & Gite\nWant to get \"green\", to rest, relax or meet friends, find the family, but also in the course of work between colleagues. Cottage in the Perche of 5\/7 people, in the current decor at 1:30 of Paris, on the edge of the forest of Senonches, in a country and quiet road, surrounded by a large fenced and shaded, and not overlooked for relaxation and the pleasure of watching the squirrels, a big terrace done up with living room of garden, barbecue.\nClos Deburau\nAnet B&B\nFeaturing a garden, Clos Deburau provides accommodation in Anet with free WiFi and garden views. The bed and breakfast is 500 metres from Ch\ufffdteau d'Anet. A flat-screen TV is provided. A continental breakfast is available daily at Clos Deburau. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 78 km from the accommodation.\nLa Barbini\ufffdre\nLongny Les Villages B&B & Gite\nBarbini\ufffdre is a plot of land on which is built our farmhouse is around the name we created different structures.\nLa Couture Boussey B&B\nExotic: 2 beds of 1 person with spa bath and shower, xc, more independent shower.\nChez Aurelia\nRooms in my house and studios in my garden\nAppartement en campagne a 1h30 de Paris\nFoucrainville B&B & Gite\nAppartement en campagne a 1h30 de Paris is situated in Foucrainville and offers a garden. The apartment features garden views and is 29 km from Dreux. The apartment has 1 bedroom, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Guests wishing to travel lightly can make use of towels and linens for an additional supplement. \ufffdvreux is 23 km from the apartment, while Giverny is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 90 km from Appartement en campagne a 1h30 de Paris.\nLa Ferme au colombier\nN\ufffdron B&B\nSet in N\ufffdron in the Centre region, La Ferme au colombier has a balcony and garden views. It offers free WiFi, free bikes, a garden and a restaurant. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. La Ferme au colombier offers a terrace. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy table tennis on site, or go hiking or cycling in the surroundings. Chartres is 24 km from La Ferme au colombier, while Rambouillet is 30 km from the property. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 85 km from the bed and breakfast.\nLe Nid\nLa Queue Lez Yvelines B&B\nAt 45 kms from paris - access direct - near versailles, rambouillet maintenon anet brigitte and daniel receive you it s possible to have breakfast on the terrace in order to savour peace 50 \ufffd - room 2 pers -\nLa Ferme des Luthiers\nIn a large park with trees and flowers, 5 independent rooms welcome you.\nHaras Le Vieux Clos\nLe Plessis Grohan B&B\nGuest house near Evreux and esquestrian facilities, Normandie. G\ufffdtes de France 4 \ufffdpis\/Charme et Traditions. Typical normand house 10 mn near Evreux, 40 mn Giverny, Castels, Golfs,1h to Paris and Normandy beaches\nBourth B&B\nBourth B&B offers bed and breakfast accommodation in Bourth. It is set in its garden and it features free private parking, free WiFi in the shared areas, and a continental-style breakfast provided daily. The garden-view rooms have a classic d\ufffdcor, wooden furnishings, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with shower. At the B&B Bourth you can start the day with a continental breakfast. Versailles can be reached in less than a 1.5 hours' drive from the property. La for\ufffdt du Perche et de la Trappe forest is 26 km away.\nL'Ile des Thibouville\nIvry La Bataille B&B\nGroup accommodation in Ivry la Bataille housed in the old factory of musical instruments Wind Thibouville Brothers, restored and decorated on the theme of instrument. Ideal place for parties, workshops or seminars, with a capacity of 18 beds.\nHavre De Paix\nGarennes Sur Eure B&B\nAt the heart of a park of 5200m2, calm and small animals (swans, ducks, squirrels, hedgehogs, rabbits and birds) will amaze you. Serenity reigns in these places.\nFerme du Ch\ufffdteau\nBailleau-l?\ufffdv\ufffdque B&B\nA farm set 11 km from the centre of Chartres and its train station, Ferme du Ch\ufffdteau offers B&B accommodation, a garden, badminton and Wi-Fi is free of charge throughout the property. The rooms at Ferme du Ch\ufffdteau feature a view of the garden, a wardrobe, and the private bathrooms are complete with a bath tub and free toiletries. A continental breakfast is served daily and you can also enjoy homemade meals prepared by the hosts. This service is available upon request. Ferme du Ch\ufffdteau is 6 km from Chartres Cathedral, and shops, grocers, bars and restaurants can be found in the centre of Chartres, just 10 km away. Free private parking is provided on site.\nJardin Solstice\nVaupillon B&B & Gite\nGreen Room Breakfast La Loupe\nGite du moulin de Blanville\nSaint-Luperce B&B\nSet in Saint-Luperce, Gite du moulin de Blanville offers accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. The property has garden views. The bed and breakfast includes 3 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, as well as a kettle. A sun terrace is available on site and hiking can be enjoyed within close proximity of the bed and breakfast. Chartres is 17 km from Gite du moulin de Blanville, while Dreux is 47 km from the property. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 100 km from the accommodation.\nLa Chambre De Maud\nChaise-Dieu-du-Theil B&B\nOffering free WiFi and garden views, La Chambre De Maud is an accommodation located in Chaise-Dieu-du-Theil. A continental breakfast is available daily at the bed and breakfast. \ufffdvreux is 48 km from La Chambre De Maud, while Bernay is 44 km away. The nearest airport is Deauville - Normandie Airport, 94 km from the accommodation.\nGite de la Drouette\nVilliers-le-Morhier B&B & Gite\nLocated in Villiers-le-Morhier, Gite de la Drouette provides accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and river views. A flat-screen TV with DVD player, private bathroom with a hair dryer, and a kitchen with dishwasher are featured in certain units. A continental breakfast is available daily at the apartment. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings. Chartres is 25 km from Gite de la Drouette, while Rambouillet is 25 km away. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 84 km from the accommodation.\nVilla Mignonne\nSaint-Maurice-l\ufffds-Charencey B&B & Gite\nSet in Saint-Maurice-l\ufffds-Charencey, Villa Mignonne offers accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a concierge service. The air-conditioned accommodation is 19 km from Verneuil d\ufffdAvre et d\ufffdIton. The apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Guests wishing to travel lightly can make use of towels and linens for an additional supplement. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the apartment. Villa Mignonne provides a terrace. The nearest airport is Deauville - Normandie Airport, 102 km from the accommodation.\nAux Charmes de Maintenon\nMaintenon B&B\nSet in Maintenon in the Centre Region, 47 km from Versailles, Aux Charmes de Maintenon boasts a seasonal outdoor pool, a sun terrace and a sauna. Free private parking is available on site. Every room is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Views of the pool, garden or city are featured in certain rooms. For your comfort, you will find bath robes, slippers and free toiletries. Aux Charmes de Maintenon features free WiFi throughout the property. You will find a shared lounge at the property. Guests can enjoy a homemade evening meal upon prior request. Reservation is requested at least 72 hours in advance. Chartres is 17 km from Aux Charmes de Maintenon, while Rambouillet is 20 km away. Paris - Orly Airport is 60 km from the property.\nLagatine\nLa Boissiere Ecole B&B & Gite\nLocated in the heart of the quiet and tranquil countryside,the charming guest house offers five spacious rooms with views of the garden and secure private parking.\nKasaloc\nMaintenon B&B & Gite\nSituated in Maintenon, Kasaloc features accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. Boasting a DVD player, the apartment has a kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave and a fridge, a living room, a dining area, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom with a shower. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is available. Hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Chartres is 21 km from the apartment, while Rambouillet is 23 km from the property. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 79 km from Kasaloc.\nAppartement Hotel\nHoudan B&B & Gite\nLocated in Houdan in the Ile de France region, Appartement Hotel features a terrace and city views. The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a microwave, a fridge, a washing machine, an oven and a stovetop. Guests wishing to travel lightly can make use of towels and linens for an additional supplement. Versailles is 42 km from the apartment, while Saint-Germain-en-Laye is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 63 km from Appartement Hotel.\nA l'Ombre Bleue\nMittainville B&B\nL\ufffdOmbre Bleue is a beautiful little Bed & Breakfast where the guests do not often leave the property without having the wish to come back.\nZen et Decouverte\nConches En Ouche B&B & Gite\nA 1 hour 20 from Paris by car or direct access by train from St. Lazare, discover this beautiful town which is named Norman residence of a nobleman who had enjoyed the place during a pilgrimage to Conques in the Dordogne. The place is notable for its castle, its majestic church. Surrounded by forests, groves, beautiful walks or hikes are open to visitors. The mills along the river Rouloir are unique and serve a pond for them to indulge in fishing activities. The place is famous for its equestrian center hosts more than 90 beautiful horses and thoroughbreds. It is the place of training the elite of the horse.\nChateau de Melleville\n\ufffdvreux B&B\nBoasting a swimming pool, a garden and a shared lounge and views of the pool, Chateau de Melleville is situated in \ufffdvreux and features accommodation with free WiFi. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a buffet breakfast. A terrace is available for guests to use at Chateau de Melleville. Le CADRAN is 5 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport, 109 km from Chateau de Melleville.\nHome Saint Jacques\nConches-en-Ouche B&B\nSet in Conches-en-Ouche, Home Saint Jacques offers accommodation with free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a garden and a shared lounge. There is a private bathroom with shower in all units, along with a hair dryer and free toiletries. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the bed and breakfast. If you would like to discover the area, hiking and cycling are possible in the surroundings. \ufffdvreux is 17 km from Home Saint Jacques, while Dreux is 46 km from the property. The nearest airport is Deauville - Normandie Airport, 89 km from the accommodation.\nLe Clos du C\ufffddre\nCierrey B&B\nIn 2 steps of Evreux, between Paris and Honfleur, will be happy to us of you acceuillir in our small farm building restored with 2 pleasant rooms(chambers) in the peace with a view of forest and fields. table d'h\ufffdtes 27\ufffd \/personne tout compris..gite 2 \ufffd 4 personnes sur place\nJustinn Guesthouse & Spa\nLa Hauteville B&B\nAre you looking for an amazing stopover and or luxury night to break with everyday ? JustInn guesthouse & Spa can't wait to have you for a unique and different stay.\nles riflets\nFeaturing a garden and a terrace, les riflets offers accommodation in Conches-en-Ouche with free WiFi and garden views. This property offers access to a balcony. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player are featured. Hiking can be enjoyed nearby. \ufffdvreux is 18 km from the bed and breakfast, while Dreux is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Deauville - Normandie Airport, 88 km from les riflets.\nLa Fermette Normande\nLe Plessis H\ufffdbert B&B\nCharming 18th century Normandy farmhouse offering x2 Guest Rooms with pleasant views of the courtyard and the surrounding countryside.\nGites du Soleil Levant\nCaillouet Orgeville B&B & Gite\ntwo houses for 10 personns each. in a nice and quiete gardin . We are one hour from Paris, 45mn from Versilles, 1hour and 15 mn from seaside. Interesting prices. We enjoy to welcome people who come from everywhere in the world\nLa Maison des Douces'eure\nBetween Pacy sur Eure and Evreux, discover our beautiful countryside, woodland, undulating, orchards and wildlife very present in the environment. We suggest you stay with us in a nice room, stylish, simple and modern. We will be delighted to welcome you and ensure your well-being during your stay. The room is new, access ground floor, separate entrance, Private parking. You will have private toilet and shower room. We are at your disposal to best meet your needs and facilitate your arrival in Normandie\nLa Maison des Douces' Eure\nLocated in a rural setting, just 10 km from Evreux and 8 km from Pacy-sur-Eure, La Maison des Douces\ufffdEures offers B&B accommodation in Cierrey. The property is surrounded by a wood and often animals such as pheasants, hares and deer can be seen in the area. Accessed by a private entrance, the open-plan accommodation has a private shower room and toilet. You will find a kettle and wardrobe in the room. The bed and breakfast also offers free use of bicycles and games for children. Hiking is a popular activity in the area. Giverny is 20 km from the property and Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is 79 km away.\nLa Petite Lucasserie\nChamprond En Gatine B&B & Gite\nClosed house in the countryside, in the PERCH with a large green area. The house has a living room with a fireplace and a cozy dining room with a plat.Elle screen also has 2 rooms for 3 people each (including a double and a single bed in each room). The beds will be made upon arrival. wifi will be available.\nLa Ferme de L'Hopital\nLe Plessis Hebert B&B & Gite\nSmall cottage including a large bedroom with TV, large bathroom \/ WC, small living room with kitchenette and sofa bed Capacity 2 people plus one or two usually children or teenagers using the sofa bed in the living room independant acces; private garden In a large traditional farmhouse now breeding sport horses\nLe Bout du bois\nMontireau B&B\nOffering a restaurant, Le Bout du bois is located in Montireau. Free WiFi access is available. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a bath or shower and free toiletries. You can enjoy garden view from the room. Extras include an outdoor seating area.At Le Bout du bois you will find a garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. The property offers free parking.\nIrai B&B & Gite\nIn a green, quiet and relaxation await you for a pleasant holiday. Large lot of greenery with porch (swing and slide) and sandbox (see video below). Lodging for up to 6 people (+ baby)\nStudio Meubl\ufffd face \ufffd la gare - 200m du centre ville\n\ufffdvreux B&B & Gite\nStudio Meubl\ufffd face \ufffd la gare - 200m du centre ville is located in \ufffdvreux. It is set 1.4 km from Le CADRAN and offers a 24-hour front desk. This apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a shower. The nearest airport is Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport, 104 km from the apartment.\nLe Menillet\nSaint Elier B&B\nNear Conches-en-Ouche and Evreux, 1 hour from Paris and the Normandy coast, come and enjoy the quiet of the countryside. Near Conches-en-Ouche and Evreux, one hour from Paris and from the Normandy coast, enjoy the calm of the countryside.\nMaison d'Hotes de la Gatine\nLa Boissiere Ecole B&B\nCottage Rental in less than an hour from Paris, on the edge of the forest of Rambouillet, in a park of one hectare of the guest house offers six G\ufffdtine The spacious and very comfortable.\nStudio - Proche Centre-Ville\nMainvilliers B&B & Gite\nOffering free WiFi and city views, Studio - Proche Centre-Ville is an accommodation set in Mainvilliers. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a fully equipped kitchen. Comprising of a living area with a sofa bed, dining area, kitchen and flat-screen TV with satellite channels, this studio also has a bathroom with a bath, washing machine and separate toilet. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings. Chartres is 1.9 km from the apartment. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 73 km from Studio - Proche Centre-Ville.\nStudio de Style Versaille\nFeaturing a garden and a terrace, Studio de Style Versaille provides accommodation in Mainvilliers with free WiFi and city views. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony. The apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Private parking is available at the apartment. Speaking English, Spanish and French, staff at the reception can help you plan your stay. Chartres is 3.4 km from Studio de Style Versaille, while Rambouillet is 46 km away. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 83 km from the accommodation.\nLes Chambres de La Roguenette\nSaint Prest B&B & Gite\nIn her nineteenth-century country house located in the Eure Valley in the small village of Saint-Prest, you host Danielle invites you to enjoy the charm of her two spacious comfortable guest rooms. Saint-Prest is a quiet green village, five kilometres from Chartres - Eure et Loir -, a city famous for its cathedral and old houses. Saint-Prest is conveniently located in the Eure valley. Its nice riverside walks will enable you to explore its mills and wash houses.. They are the perfect place to discover the mysteries of its lush countryside and the ideal destination for relaxation. Welcome to my country house wide open onto a green flower garden. Situated on the doorstep of Chartres, in the Eure valley, close to Maintenon and its ch\ufffdteau, come and visit our two charming guest rooms and the surrounding region. The advantages: wifi, television, independent access, sunny terrace, garden furniture, bikes, kitchenette ideal for self-catering. The rooms are a ten minutes walk away from the railway station.\nVilliers-en-D\ufffdsoeuvre B&B\nLocated in Villiers-en-D\ufffdsoeuvre, Les Papillons provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, each unit also comes with a satellite flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, wardrobe and a seating area with a sofa. An oven is also provided, as well as a kettle and a coffee machine. A continental breakfast is available daily at the bed and breakfast. Cergy is 50 km from Les Papillons, while \ufffdvreux is 30 km away. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 86 km from the accommodation.\nChateau de la Grande No\ufffd\nMoulicent B&B\n1 hour and a half driving West from Paris, in the R\ufffdgional Natural Park of the Perche. A genuine family chateau in a 135 ha property, with organic farm. 3 rooms 4 \"\ufffdpis\" g\ufffdtes de france, and 6 treehouses. Very quiet. Horses welcome.\nChambres d'h\ufffdtes La Bergerie de l'Aqueduc\nHoux B&B\nLocated 20 km from Chartres and set in a farmhouse from the 18th century, Chambres d'h\ufffdtes La Bergerie de l'Aqueduc offers a heated swimming pool with salted water. You can relax in the spacious park and terrace or admire the Voise Canal. All of the rooms have a view of the garden, a flat-screen TV and DVD player, luxury bathrobes and toiletries. Each room also has an espresso machine and kettle. Breakfast consists of freshly-squeezed orange juice, organic jams, homemade cakes and fruit pur\ufffdes, French pastries and cheeses. Unlimited tea and coffee is available, and it can be served on the terrace or in the dining room. An overhead projector is available in the main common living area for guest usage. Evening meals are also available at this property. Massage and beauty treatments can be requested on site. You may also choose to play billiards in the lobby or visit Maintenon, which is 4 km away. The guest accommodation is located a 20-minute drive from Chartres and a 25-minute drive from the city Rambouillet.\nLE RELAIS DU BON'EURE\nLocated in \ufffdvreux in the Upper Normandy Region, 1.2 km from Le CADRAN, LE RELAIS DU BON'EURE features a sun terrace and views of the garden. Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. You will find a kettle in the room. Rooms have a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is a shared lounge at the property. The nearest airport is Deauville \ufffd Normandie Airport, 80 km from LE RELAIS DU BON'EURE.\nChambre d'h\ufffdtes La Bourdonnaise\nBourdonn\ufffd B&B\nChambre d'h\ufffdtes La Bourdonnaise offers pet-friendly accommodation in Bourdonn\ufffd. The room is located beside the owners' house in a separate building. The room provides a private entrance. A stair located outside gives access to the room. It also includes a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. It comes with a bathroom and private toilets. You will find a balcony. Guests can enjoy breakfast on site at an extra cost. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including cycling and fishing. Versailles is 34 km from Chambre d'h\ufffdtes La Bourdonnaise, while Chartres is 37 km away. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 51 km from Chambre d'h\ufffdtes La Bourdonnaise.\nGrain de Bl\ufffd\nLocated a 15-minute walk from Chartres Cathedral, Grain de Bl\ufffd is set in Mainvilliers. Guests benefit from free WiFi and private parking available on site. There is a seating area and a kitchen complete with a dishwasher, washing machine and a microwave. Towels and bed linen are featured at Grain de Bl\ufffd. Rambouillet is 35 km from Grain de Bl\ufffd, while Dreux is 33 km away. Chartres Train Station is located 550 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 72 km from Grain de Bl\ufffd.\nLe Clos Pichot\nChartres B&B & Gite\nSituated in Chartres, 1.4 km from Municipal theatre of Chartres, 2 km from Cath\ufffddrale de Chartres and 3.3 km from Chartrexpo, Le Clos Pichot features accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This apartment has 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom. The apartment offers a terrace. Popular points of interest near Le Clos Pichot include Chartres High Court, L'Apostrophe Multimedia Library and Chartres Town Hall. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 82 km from the accommodation.\nDomaine de La Locheti\ufffdre Chambres d'h\ufffdtes\nNormandel B&B\nSituated in Normandel, 24 km from Verneuil d\ufffdAvre et d\ufffdIton, Domaine de La Locheti\ufffdre Chambres d'h\ufffdtes features free bikes and free WiFi. Continental and buffet breakfast options are available each morning at the bed and breakfast. At Domaine de La Locheti\ufffdre Chambres d'h\ufffdtes guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. After a day of hiking or cycling, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. The nearest airport is Deauville - Normandie Airport, 100 km from the accommodation.\nappartement entier - 5 min \ufffd pied du centre et de la gare\nAppartement entier - 5 min \ufffd pied du centre et de la gare, a property with a garden, is situated in Chartres, 1.1 km from Municipal theatre of Chartres, 2.7 km from Cath\ufffddrale de Chartres, as well as 4 km from Chartrexpo. The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Guests wishing to travel lightly can make use of towels and linens for an additional supplement. Popular points of interest near the apartment include L'Apostrophe Multimedia Library, Chartres Town Hall and Chartres High Court. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 83 km from appartement entier - 5 min \ufffd pied du centre et de la gare.\nLe Casanova - Appartement avec parking et balcon vue Cath\ufffddrale\nSituated in Chartres, 700 metres from Municipal theatre of Chartres, Le Casanova - Appartement avec parking et balcon vue Cath\ufffddrale features a living room with a TV, and free WiFi. Set 500m from Cath\ufffddrale de Chartres, the property provides a terrace. The apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a kitchen with dining area, and 1 bathroom. Chartrexpo is 3.6 km from the apartment. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 82 km from the property.\nLe grand et le petit Chantault\nFeaturing city views and free WiFi, Le grand et le petit Chantault features accommodation ideally situated in Chartres, within a short distance of Municipal theatre of Chartres, Chartres High Court and L'Apostrophe Multimedia Library. All units are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchenette with a a microwave, a fridge and kettle. Guests wishing to travel lightly can make use of towels and linens for an additional supplement. Cath\ufffddrale de Chartres is 2.3 km from the apartment, while Chartrexpo is 3.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 82 km from Le grand et le petit Chantault.\nDormirachartres\nChartres B&B\nChartres Cath\ufffddrale Dormirachartres Danielle CLAIR welcomes you in her Bed and Breakfast located in the old Town of Chartres 250m away from the cathedral and tourist information centre. Contact Dormirachartres web Nice view on the garden and the cathedral \/ Private Bathroom (Bath, Toilets) \/ Private car park 5\ufffd. 1 night stay for 2 people included breakfast 80\ufffd Euros\nLes Toits de Chartres\nOffering free WiFi and city views, Les Toits de Chartres is an accommodation set in Chartres, just 600 metres from Municipal theatre of Chartres and 200 metres from L'Apostrophe Multimedia Library. The property is 2.3 km from Cath\ufffddrale de Chartres and 3.5 km from Chartrexpo. The apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, a microwave, a washing machine, a fridge and an oven. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Chartres Town Hall, Chartres High Court and Chartres Law School. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 82 km from Les Toits de Chartres.\nDomaine de La Louveterie\nMoutiers au Perche B&B\nCharming B&B in an ancient 17th c country house on its private beautiful valley, with a direct access to the Perche's forest. Two Suites and three rooms all different, with ensuite bathroom\/tub and very large beds. High standards. See owner's website. Peacefull environment\nLe Parvis\nLe Parvis is located at the foot of the Notre Dame Cathedral in the historical district of Chartes. It offers air-conditioned accommodation with free Wi-Fi access. Each room is individually themed and equipped with a flat-screen TV, minibar and a radio. Rooms have a seating area and private facilities. Le Parvis's restaurant serves traditional French cuisine from 11:00 to 17:00. Hotel Le Parvis is just a 5 minute walk from the train station. It is a central base from which to explore the city\ufffds main attractions.\nLe Colombier de Hanches\nHanches B&B & Gite\nCharrming property, in deep Royal Valley, close to Maintenon and the famous castel. 3 Rooms and a suite lovely and confortable to have a rest.\nLe Grenier A Crepes\nSaint-Aquilin-de-Pacy B&B & Gite\nLe Grenier A Crepes is situated in Saint-Aquilin-de-Pacy. The apartment features 3 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchenette with a dining area, and a flat-screen TV. \ufffdvreux is 17 km from the apartment, while Giverny is 23 km from the property. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 95 km from Le Grenier A Crepes.\nLe Jardin Cathedrale\nSet in Chartres, 200 metres from Cath\ufffddrale de Chartres and 1.3 km from Municipal theatre of Chartres, Le Jardin Cathedrale offers accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and garden views. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with bath and a hair dryer. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. Popular points of interest near Le Jardin Cathedrale include Chartres Town Hall, Chartres Law School and L'Apostrophe Multimedia Library. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 82 km from the accommodation.\nLe Clo\ufffdtre\nLe Clo\ufffdtre in Chartres features accommodation with free WiFi, a few steps from Cath\ufffddrale de Chartres, 1.1 km from Municipal theatre of Chartres and 3.3 km from Chartrexpo. The apartment is composed of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Chartres Town Hall, Chartres Law School and L'Apostrophe Multimedia Library. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 82 km from Le Clo\ufffdtre.\nStudio Chartres Centre\nOffering free WiFi and city views, Studio Chartres Centre is an accommodation located in Chartres, just 700 metres from Municipal theatre of Chartres and 300 metres from L'Apostrophe Multimedia Library. The property, housed in a building dating from 1997, is 2.4 km from Cath\ufffddrale de Chartres and 3.6 km from Chartrexpo. The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchenette that provides guests with a microwave, a fridge, a washing machine, an oven and a stovetop. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Chartres Town Hall, Chartres High Court and Chartres Law School. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 82 km from Studio Chartres Centre.\nFlamingo-Rooms\nLongny-au-Perche B&B\nSituated in Longny-au-Perche, 33 km from Verneuil d\ufffdAvre et d\ufffdIton, Flamingo-Rooms features a garden and free WiFi. A bicycle rental service is available at the bed and breakfast, while hiking and cycling can be enjoyed nearby.\nL IMPREVU\nOffering free WiFi and city views, L IMPREVU is an accommodation set in Chartres, just 1.7 km from Cath\ufffddrale de Chartres and 1.1 km from Chartres High Court. The apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Municipal theatre of Chartres is 2.2 km from the apartment, while Chartrexpo is 3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 82 km from L IMPREVU.\nLes Clochers d'Or\nOffering free WiFi and city views, Les Clochers d'Or is an accommodation located in Chartres, just 200 metres from Cath\ufffddrale de Chartres and 1.2 km from Municipal theatre of Chartres. The apartment is 3.3 km from Chartrexpo. The apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Popular points of interest near Les Clochers d'Or include Chartres Town Hall, Chartres Law School and L'Apostrophe Multimedia Library. The nearest airport is Paris - Orly Airport, 82 km from the accommodation.\nAppartement Le Soleil Dort\nLocated in a pedestrian area in Chartres, Appartement Le Soleil Dort is a 2-minute walk from Chartres Cathedral. This self-catering apartment offers romantic-style d\ufffdcor, free Wi-Fi access and views of the Cathedral. Located on the 1st floor, the property features an equipped kitchen, a dining room and a living room with a flat-screen TV. The bathroom comes with a bath and a washing machine. Toilet is independent. Towels, kitchen linen and bed linen are provided. This property is a 2-minute walk from a shopping area and a 5-minute walk from Chartres Train Station.\nCities in Eure Et Loir from A to B Cities in Eure Et Loir from C to E Cities in Eure Et Loir from F to J Cities in Eure Et Loir from L to M Cities in Eure Et Loir from N to S Cities in Eure Et Loir from T to Y","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Mother-Daughter Day! Jennifer Garner Spotted With Her Girls \u2014 See Pics\nBy Jaclyn Roth\nShe's a cool mom! On Sunday, March 10, Jennifer Garner was spotted taking her daughters \u2014 Violet, 13, and Seraphina, 10 \u2014 to their afternoon activities in California. The actress, 46, looked put together and attentive while she was out and about. Scroll through the gallery below to see all the pictures.\nDoting Mom\nAfter church, Jen chatted with Violet before she took her to sports practice. The mom-of-three was dressed casually in a jacket and grey pants, while Violet sported a blue skirt with a white T-shirt.\nDouble Duty\nThe brunette beauty made sure to drop off Seraphina too.\nMaking Fun\nIn November 2018, Jennifer uploaded a hilarious note from Seraphina about her parenting skills. \"When I grow up, I want to be a fun-killing mom, like you!\" However, the A-list star got a kick out of it. \"Is this a 9-year-old burn? Or the ultimate compliment? #funkillingmom #illtakealovenotehoweveritcomes.\"\nViolet held on to her mother as they walked together. Hmm \u2026 we wonder what they were talking about? School, perhaps?\nHer Favorite Role\nJen understands that it's hard to balance being a mother and having a job. \"There's an internal battle. I need to work, I need to work, I need to work, and I need to be home with my kids, and the kids win,\" she has said. \"It's about getting the kids up and fed, getting one to school, getting the other down for a nap, going to the grocery store, picking one up from school, getting the other one down for another nap, cooking dinner.\"\nShe Does It All!\nShe continued, \"I live my life at these two extremes. I'm either a full-time stay-at-home mom or a full-time actress.\"\nEven though the 13 Going on 30 alum is officially divorced from her ex Ben Affleck, it doesn't mean that they aren't on good terms. \"Ben and Jen have immense love and respect for one another,\" a source exclusively told Us Weekly in October 2018. \"They still coparent together and that will always come first. He will always be supportive of any decision she makes and ultimately just wants her to be happy.\"\nHer First Priority\nThe Texas native is currently dating John Miller. However, Jen always makes time for her kiddos!\nJennifer Garner Looks Like a Total Badass After Intense Boxing Workout \u2014 See Pics!\nJennifer Garner Shares What It's Like to Raise Kids in the Public Eye: 'You'll Do What...\nBraving The Storm! Jennifer Garner And Her Kids Bundle Up During Rare Rainfall In LA\nFrom 0 to 100: A Timeline of Miranda Lambert and Brendan McLoughlin's Epic Romance\nCelebrities Who Died in 2019: See All the Amazing People We Lost\nFrom Milked Cucumbers to Lemon With Salt, the Duggars' Snack Choices Are Weird As Hell...\nMoving On? Jennifer Aniston Spotted Out With Mystery Man in L.A. \u2014 See Pics!","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"HomeNewsNew CEO for erlenbacher backwaren\nNew CEO for erlenbacher backwaren\nDecember 7, 2020 News\nerlenbacher backwaren gmbh has appointed Dr. Bertram B\u00f6ckel as the new chairman of the management board starting November 1. He follows Matthias Casanova, who took over the company management on an interim basis in August.\nAfter the departure of the long-time CEO Bernhard Neumeister, Casanova had temporarily taken over his position \u2013 parallel to his management function within the Froneri Group. He will now continue these tasks as Country Manager for Brazil, Argentina and Puerto Rico\/Caribbean. Mr B\u00f6ckel will also report to Matthias Casanova.\nBertram B\u00f6ckel is a proven expert in the industry. The doctor of law with an MBA degree (International Business Administration) started his career in the Oetker Group. After three years as assistant to Dr. August Oetker, he moved internally to the subsidiary Martin Braun Group. Here Mr. B\u00f6ckel, as Head of Corporate Development from 2012, was instrumental in driving the company's growth. He was also responsible for the Group's activities in Northwest Europe, Turkey and Southeast Asia. From 2016 to 2020, Mr B\u00f6ckel was a member of the management of Martin Braun KG. A post in which the 41-year-old was responsible for production, logistics and the associated technical service, among other things.\nTogether with Fritz Kellermann, Wolfgang Thul and Harald Lochmann, Bertram B\u00f6ckel now forms the management of erlenbacher.\nISM Celebrates 50th Anniversary\nIBIE 2019 Makes History\nFair Review \u2013 Alimentaria Awards Innovation in Frozen Food\nGreat Potential for Italian Frozen Food Companies\nPlant-based Meat: An Expanding Trend\nFood Union Group Says These Are the Upcoming Ice Cream Trends\nIce Cream Trends Move Towards Conscious Indulgence\nFrozen Foods Gained Traction During Lockdowns, Report Shows","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Governor Brown Appoints Three Justices to the Second District Court of Appeal\nCategory: California News\nSacramento, California - Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced the appointment of Elwood G. Lui to Division One, Lamar W. Baker to Division Five and John L. Segal to Division Seven of the Second District Court of Appeal.\nLui, 74, of Los Angeles, has been of counsel at Jones Day since 2014, where he was a partner from 1987 to 2013. Lui served as an associate justice at the Second District Court of Appeal from 1981 to 1987 and as a judge at the Los Angeles County Superior Court from 1980 to 1981 and at the Los Angeles Municipal Court from 1975 to 1980. He was a sole practitioner in 1975, an attorney at Mori and Katayama from 1971 to 1975 and served as a deputy attorney general at the California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General from 1969 to 1971. Lui earned a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of California, Los Angeles Graduate School of Business Administration, a Juris Doctor degree from the University of California, Los Angeles School of Law and a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California, Los Angeles.\nLui fills the vacancy created by the elevation of Justice Frances Rothschild to presiding justice, Division One of the Second District Court of Appeal. This position requires confirmation by the Commission on Judicial Appointments. The Commission consists of Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye, Attorney General Kamala D. Harris and Senior Presiding Justice Paul Turner. Lui is a Republican.\nBaker, 37, of Washington, D.C., served as special assistant to the President and associate counsel to the President at the White House from 2014 to 2015, where he served as associate counsel from 2013 to 2014. He served as a deputy assistant attorney general at the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Legal Policy in Washington, D.C. from 2012 to 2013, where he was chief of staff from 2011 to 2012 and senior counsel from 2010 to 2011. Baker served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney at the U.S. Attorney's Office, Central District of California from 2005 to 2010 and was an associate at Strumwasser and Woocher LLP from 2002 to 2005. He served as a law clerk for the Honorable Dorothy W. Nelson at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit from 2001 to 2002. He earned a Juris Doctor degree from Yale Law School and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Stanford University. Baker was born and raised in the San Francisco area. He is a member of the State Bar of California.\nBaker fills the vacancy created by the retirement of Justice Orville A. Armstrong. This position requires confirmation by the Commission on Judicial Appointments. The Commission consists of Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye, Attorney General Kamala D. Harris and Senior Presiding Justice Paul Turner. Baker is a Democrat.\nSegal, 54, of Los Angeles, has served as a judge at the Los Angeles County Superior Court since 2001. He was a partner at Mitchell, Silberberg and Knupp from 1995 to 2000, where he was an associate from 1988 to 1995. Segal served as a law clerk for the Honorable Robert S. Vance at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit from 1987 to 1988. He earned a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Southern California Law School and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Williams College.\nSegal fills the vacancy created by the retirement of Justice Frank Y. Jackson. This position requires confirmation by the Commission on Judicial Appointments. The Commission consists of Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye, Attorney General Kamala D. Harris and Senior Presiding Justice Paul Turner. Segal is a Democrat.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"[Clip] Steve and Dawn Mathews bring world's food home to Caldwell County\n12 Friday Apr 2013\nWhen people arrive at Dawn Mathews' home for her dinner parties, they rush out to see the goats and chickens, and she can't get them inside for dinner.\n\"People won't just come in the house,\" Mathews said. \"They want to meet the animals first.\"\nMathews, her husband, Steve, and their two children live on a half-acre \"micro-farm\" in a Granite Falls subdivision.\nThe idea of a micro-farm is to do everything you would on an ordinary farm in a constrained space \u2013 in this case, an average suburban yard, Mathews said.\nThey're also avid travelers, and they host dinners on the farm serving food from around the world \u2013 this year, those dinners represent two of the Caldwell Arts Council's eight \"April Food and Fools\" parties. (They'll also host \"Around the World in Eight Courses\" next Saturday \u2013 those dishes will come from places as varied as Australia and Nepal.)\nAt a dinner Saturday night, Mathews decided to go with her guests' natural impulse to see the farm and gave them a tour over hot tea first before ushering them inside to enjoy a homemade Middle Eastern spread.\nAbout 10 people gathered to enjoy the meal and shared their stories. Clustered around the Mathewses' table were artists, farmers, retirees and wwoofers (people who travel to work on farms through WWOOF USA, Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms).\nAs introductions were made, dishes began to circulate. Salads and spreads came out until it all mingled together on the plates: hummus, Israeli vegetable salad, salt-cured pickles, baba ghanoush \u2013 all soaked up with Arabic Bedouin bread.\nIt was all helped out courtesy of two seasoned servers: the Mathewses' sons, Dorian and Isaac, who've helped serve food at each of the dinners.\nBy the time the Mathews boys came out with Jordanian grilled chicken and French fries (\"Everyone eats fries with their food in the Middle East,\" Steve Mathews explained), hands were already reaching to rub full bellies and forks were slowing their scrapes across plates.\nThe Mathewses told stories about the 2010 trip to the Middle East that inspired the night's menu. The family visited Jordan, Egypt and Israel, staying mostly in hostels and having their fair share of adventures.\nThat's not to say that their life in Caldwell County isn't an adventure.\nThe Mathewses raise ducks, chickens, rabbits (for meat) and goats (for dairy). They make everything from cheese to soap \u2013 about 30 to 40 percent of their groceries come from the farm, Dawn Mathews said.\nThey also host interns and visitors through WWOOF-USA. The wwoofers try their hand at milking goats, making cheese and soap, processing animals, canning vegetables \u2013 \"anything they want to learn, basically,\" Mathews said.\nPeople who attend the dinners mostly refer to them as \"the party.\" As in \u2013 are you going to the party? Do you remember the food we had at the last party?\nAt the party on Saturday, guests started questioning Mathews. How did she remember all these foods she ate on a trip two years ago, they asked.\nMathews shrugged. Food is her passion. It's how she soaks in the different countries she visits \u2013 how she brings them back home to Granite Falls.\n\"Some people say, 'Today we were in so and so and we saw this,'\" Mathews said to the guests gathered at her table. \"I say, 'Today we were in so and so and we ate this.'\"","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Kenneth Stanwood\nWiLAN Inc.\nKenneth Stanwood is Chief Technical Officer of WiLAN Inc. He is an inventor and entrepreneur with more than 150 issued US patents and numerous foreign counterparts. He supports WiLAN's technology licensing teams and is responsible for WiLAN's government relations efforts. However, his primary responsibility is WiLAN's internal research and development which is heavily oriented towards collaboration with universities. Mr. Stanwood has more than 30 years of experience in wireless communications and signal processing. He served as vice chare of IEEE802.16 and was one of the founders of the WiMAX Forum. Mr. Stanwood holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Sciences with Highest Honors from Oregon State University and a Master of Science in Computer Science from Stanford University.\nRecent Articles by Kenneth Stanwood\nThe Inventor Protection Act: Needed Momentum or More Harm than Good?\nRecently, the Inventor Protection Act, H.R.6557, was introduced to Congress. It's a very well intentioned piece of proposed legislation. However, it may actually do more harm than good to efforts to strengthen patent rights in the aftermath of the AIA. We need to fix what is wrong with the patent system for everyone, not merely carve out exceptions for a few. Is H.R.6557 a step in the right direction, gaining momentum for stronger patent property rights for everyone, or will it harm the ability to reach that goal? We think the answer is clear that H.R. 6557 as written doesn't do what the patent laws were intended to do.\nTC Heartland Requires Standardized Local Rules and Demand Letter Reform\nIn their recent TC Heartland decision, SCOTUS created unequal protection against patent infringers based on geographical incorporation decisions. They added uncertainty in time, cost, and outcome in patent litigation. Standardized local rules and demand letter reform at the federal level would help mitigate this unfortunate situation\u2026 Unless Congress acts to change venue laws, patent owners are now severely restricted in the choice of venue. And, if proposed legislation like S.2733 and the corresponding portion of H.R.9 are any indication, action by Congress may not change much regarding venue. So for now, patent owners must live with the restrictions resulting from TC Heartland.\nBenefit of the Secondary Patent Market to Startups\nThe validity of secondary markets for a variety of goods and services is never questioned. Securities are sold and resold many times after their initial offering, homes and buildings and built and resold many times, as are automobiles. A quick review of the products listed an eBay leaves little doubt that a robust secondary market exists for many goods and services across the American economy. However, not everyone is in agreement that a secondary patent market is beneficial. For some reason, many people villainize companies that practice patent licensing. Even resorting to the use of pejorative terms such as \"patent troll\" to describe these businesses. These detractors fail to account for the fact that inventors may not be the most efficient licensors. In addition, they don't take into account that, just as a builder generates revenue to build more buildings by selling their current ones, companies that sell or license patents help fund further R&D with the proceeds.\nPast Events with Kenneth Stanwood\nIPWatchdog Masters\u2122 Standards, Patents & Competition 2022 (In-Person)\nNovember 14, 2022 @ 8:00 am - November 15, 2022 @ 6:00 pm EST","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Two roadside bombs wound policemen in Cairo\nBy Dr. Ashraf Ramelah| 2014-01-31T14:49:25+00:00 January 31st, 2014|News|\nTwo roadside bombs exploded near a passing patrol car in a Cairo suburb on Friday, slightly wounding one policeman, Agence France-Presse reported the Egyptian interior ministry as saying in a statement. The attack came as Islamist supporters of ousted president Mohammed Mursi called for protests after the weekly Friday prayers. An al-Qaeda-inspired militant\nThe Iraqi armed forces, working with tribal fighters in Anbar province killed 40 fighters from the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), destroyed weapons and seized four ISIS headquarters in the city of Fallujah this week. According to a statement by the Iraqi Defense Ministry, the 39th Brigade of the Iraqi army, reinforced\nDoes Netanyahu Want 600,000 Gilad Shalits?\nBy Dr. Ashraf Ramelah| 2014-01-31T12:31:42+00:00 January 31st, 2014|Op-Eds|\nPrime Minister Netanyahu's \"clever plan\" to abandon 600,000 Jews to their fate under Palestinian Authority rule was not a ploy. He was being serious - and that should worry us all. On 25 June 2006, Hamas exploded its tunnel from Gaza, and abducted one Gilad Shalit. In June 2006, Mahmoud Abbas was still \"President\"\nPeres: It's Time for Historic Decisions\nPresident Shimon Peres said Thursday that the present time period is \"the most crucial time since the establishment of the new Middle East in 1948.\" Peres's comments were made during a meeting with the Quartet Representative to the Middle East, former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, which focused on the peace talks between Israel\nSuccess for Obama: No New Iran Sanctions\nSeveral United States senators have decided not to push for new sanctions on Iran following US President Barack Obama's threat Tuesday to veto any sanctions bill. The AFP news agency quoted senators who said they will no longer vote for a proposed sanctions bill. The bill would have imposed new sanctions on Iran if\nEgypt rejects U.S. criticism on detained journalists\nBy Dr. Ashraf Ramelah| 2014-01-30T20:52:18+00:00 January 30th, 2014|News|\nEgypt's foreign ministry has rejected U.S. criticism of the top prosecutor's decision to refer 20 Al-Jazeera journalists to trial, insisting the country's judiciary is independent. Thursday's comments by the ministry's spokesman, Badr Abdelattie, came a day after Egypt's top prosecutor sent the 20 journalists to trial. They are charged with aiding or joining a\nKerry Considers Direct Appeal to Israelis\nUnited States Secretary of State John Kerry may be planning a direct appeal to the Israeli public, journalist Ben Caspit reports, writing for The Post. Kerry's staff is reportedly weighing the possibility of a \"State of the Nation\" style address, in an attempt to whip up Israeli support for Kerry's proposals. The goal\nKerry Plan: Arab Capital in East Jerusalem\nUS Secretary of State John Kerry is about to present a plan for peace between Israel and the Palestinian Authority (PA) that will call for a phased Israeli withdrawal from Judea and Samaria based on the 1949 lines, with \"unprecedented\" security arrangements in the strategic Jordan Valley, writes Thomas Friedman in the New York Times\n1st International Symposium on Liberty and Islam in Australia Melbourne 7 ~ 10 March 2014\nBy Dr. Ashraf Ramelah| 2014-01-30T14:47:38+00:00 January 30th, 2014|Press Releases|\nSociety of Australia Inc in association with SION and SkipnGirl Productions P\/L presents 1st International Symposium on Liberty and Islam in Australia Melbourne 7 ~ 10 March 2014 Welcome to SION 2014 From China to Iceland and from New York to Sydney, Islam is spreading. Since the 7th century this unique\nKhamenei Warns U.S.: Show Self-Restraint\nIran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, hit out at the United States on Sunday, suggesting that the Americans \"exercise self-restraint.\" The comments were made in response to ones made last week by Secretary of State John Kerry, who said the military option was still on the table if Iran fails to live up to","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Business+Place | Annual Econdev Awards\n2013 Gold & Silver Shovel Awards: Indiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia Awarded Silver Shovels - States with 5+ to 10 million Population\nArea Development Special Presentation\nQ2 \/ Spring 2013\nIndiana Looking ahead to 2012, the head of the Indiana Business Research Center at Indiana University, Jerry Conover, predicted just modest economic improvement. \"I'm glad to report now that I underestimated the state's rebound,\" Conover said in releasing the 2013 outlook. By that time the state's employment was averaging more than 50,000 jobs higher than a year earlier, and the increase was accelerating. Moreover, according to Conover, \"Job growth has been spread across nearly all sectors.\"\nManufacturing has been picking up nicely, though it still has a long way to go to make up for recessionary losses. Health services growth has been robust, as have the advances in professional and business services. The state's GDP took a bigger hit during the recent downturn than the nation's GDP, but the manufacturing recovery helped the GDP rebound faster than the nation as a whole, too.\nProjects of the Year : Indiana\nN\/E\n1. Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. Indianapolis E 100 $300 million Biotechnology\/R&D\/Hdqtrs.\n2. Amazon.com LLC Jeffersonville N 1,050 $74.9 million Distribution\n3. Farbest Foods, Inc. Vincennes E 600 $69.2 million Food Processing\n4. ExactTarget, Inc. Indianapolis E 500 $55 million IT\/ Hdqtrs.\n5. Toyota Motor Mfg. Indiana, Inc. Princeton E 421 $131 million Automotive\n6. Advanced Metal Technologies of Indiana, Inc. Jeffersonville N 350 $19.2 million Automotive\n7. Supreme Indiana Operations, Inc. Goshen E 350 $7.7 million Automotive\n8. The Finish Line, Inc. Indianapolis E 327 $32.4 million Hdqtrs.\n9. Steel Dynamics, Inc. Pittsboro E 50 $75.8 million Steel\n10. Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. Lafayette E 100 $75 million Automotive\nIndiana's economic success owes a lot to the rebounding automotive industry, as auto-related manufacturing is huge in the state. Expansions at the Toyota plant in Princeton and the Subaru plant in Lafayette were among Indiana's recent success stories, as were expansions at other automotive operations.\nEven so, the top economic development news of the past year or so has been a real showcase of the diverse drivers \u2014 from steel to biotech, from IT to food processing and more.\nMichigan It shouldn't come as too big of a surprise that Michigan makes the Silver Shovels list, given its strong ties to the dramatically rebounding automotive industry. Eight of the state's 10 most prominent success stories have ties to motor vehicles, primarily makers of auto parts and supplies \u2014 everything from power trains to sunroofs to sound insulation. In the last quarter of 2012, the nation's auto industry had an output nearly three times what it had been at the worst part of the recession, and the best since 1995 \u2014 and much of that growth was felt in Michigan. It's not all automotive in Michigan, though. There is growth in the tech sector too, such as the expansion at Web security firm Barracuda Networks in Ann Arbor.\nProjects of the Year : Michigan\n1. Detroit Manufacturing Systems Detroit N 572 $29.2 million Auto Interiors\n2. Sakthi Automotive Group Detroit N 183 $18.6 million Automotive Parts\n3. Brose New Boston, Auburn Hills, Warren N 450 $60 million Auto Supplies\n4. Mahle Industries Farmington Hills E 350 $11 million Technology Hdqtrs.\n5. Barracuda Networks Ann Arbor E 184 $6.2 million Web Security\n6. Magna Sealing & Glass Systems Holland Township N 177 $10.1 million Sunroof Technology\n7. Janesville Acoustics Southfield N 225 $10 million Fiber Products\n8. Alticor Ada E 200 $80 million Nutritionals\n9. Henrob Corp. Lyon Township E 158 $68 million Auto Supplies\n10. Lacks Enterprises Cascade Township N 120 $31.9 million Auto Supplies\nThe signs of a strengthening economy are everywhere. There are certainly plenty of people still looking for work, but Michigan has come a long way from the days when its unemployment rate was the highest in the nation at 14.2 percent. Michigan engineers commanding six-figure salaries are finding that they can land a job in a week or less. The state's GDP grew by 4.9 percent in 2010 and 2.3 percent in 2011, in both cases higher than the national figures. And by 2012, the professional hockey team in Detroit was selling more tickets than it had in years.\n\"Michigan has been experiencing its best economic performance since 2000, both on an absolute basis and when measured in comparison to the national average,\" economic journalist David Sowerby wrote in Crain's Detroit Business recently. \"Encouragingly, the economic performance of Michigan over the last three years, and our prospects for continued growth in 2013, has a stronger foundation than any time in the last 15 years.\"\nNorth Carolina Like most other states, North Carolina is pulling out of the downturn bit by bit, and is making the kind of solid gains needed to land on the Silver Shovels list. A recent report from the North Carolina Justice Center's Budget & Tax Center found that the state's business climate is in fine shape, with some of the region's fastest economic growth. The fact that its jobless rate is higher than many would like to see is a reflection of its manufacturing heritage and that many companies in the manufacturing sector took big hits during the economic downturn.\nProjects of the Year : North Carolina\n1. Aramark Healthcare Mecklenburg Cnty. E 80 $150 million Life Sciences\n2. Ashley Furniture Davie Cnty. N 550 $80 million Furniture\n3. AT&T Cleveland Cnty. N 19 $851 million Data Center\n4. Denver Global Lincoln Cnty. N 450 $30.6 million Machinery\/Eqpt.\n5. Herbalife Forsyth N 493 $130 million Nutritional Products\n6. Polo Ralph Lauren Guilford E 500 $142 million Inventory Mgmt.\/R&D\n7. Sierra Nevada Brewery Henderson Cnty. N 95 $107.5 million Food\/Beverages\n8. MSC Industrial Direct Mecklenburg Cnty. N 400 $31.3 million Headquarters\n9. Red Hat Wake Cnty. E 540 $109 million ICT\n10. Sentinel NC One Durham Cnty. N 19 $180 million Data Center\nThat said, manufacturers still have a prominent role on the state's list of recent success stories, and there's even one in the traditional sector of furniture-making, a 550-job announcement from Ashley Furniture that is expected to be up to full speed by 2016. If all goes well with this phase, there has even been talk of significant expansion. Manufacturing growth is diverse, with significant investments in everything from beer to nutritional products to machinery.\nBut North Carolina growth also reflects the sectors of tomorrow and the state's prominent place in the knowledge-based economy. Red Hat, for example, announced a move to downtown Raleigh that promises to create more than 500 new jobs. And two data centers (AT&T and Sentinel NC One) add up to a billion dollars in technology investment in the state.\nTennessee Growth was solid in Silver Shovel winner Tennessee in 2012 \u2014 that's why the state's economy was judged one of the nation's most improved by the financial network CNBC last year. While things are expected to slow a bit this year, the path remains positive. The University of Tennessee Center for Business and Economic Research, in its annual economic report to the Governor, said the economic recovery is chugging along. \"For Tennessee, the economic outlook calls for modest growth in 2013 followed by substantially stronger growth in 2014,\" said the report's author and the center's Director Matthew Murray. The center expects the jobless rate to drift downward to 7.9 percent for this year and 7.5 percent for 2014, still higher than pre-recession levels but headed in the right direction.\nProjects of the Year : Tennessee\n1. Nissan North America, Inc. Smyrna & Decherd E 2,200 $325 million Automotive*\n2. Volkswagen Chattanooga E 1,000 N\/A Automotive Group of America\n3. Parallon Business Solutions, LLC Nashville N 800 $87.6 million Healthcare Hdqtrs.\n4. Magnetti Marelli Suspension USA, LLC Pulaski E 800 $53.7 million Automotive\n5. Saks, Inc. LaVergne N 313 $13 million Distribution Center\n6. Agero Clarksville N 549 $8.2 million Call Center\n7. U.S. Solutions Group, Inc. Bristol N 548 $4.1 million Call Center\n8. Access America Transport Chattanooga E 450 $3.2 million Headquarters\n9. La-Z-Boy Co. Dayton E 436 $2.4 million Furniture\n10. Team 3 Logistics Chattanooga E 425 $993,000 Automotive Logistics\nThe rapidly recovering automotive industry has been quite good to the Volunteer State. One of this year's Projects of the Year is here \u2014 the Nissan expansion in Smyrna and Decherd that is creating more than 2,000 jobs. And Volkswagen's quest to take on the world's biggest automakers is paying dividends in Tennessee, where its Chattanooga plant is still young and already expanding by a thousand jobs. That kind of activity helps to propel all kinds of other activity, including growth in auto parts manufacturing as well as in auto-related logistics, such as the more than 400 new jobs planned by Team 3 Logistics in Chattanooga.\nStill, Tennessee growth is multifaceted. The state that FedEx calls home has an ever-growing distribution sector and the call center industry is phoning in healthy results as well.\nVirginia If there's one word to describe Virginia, it could be \"diverse.\" From an economic point of view, that's a great thing. There's growth to be found in many corners of the economy, and that bodes well for prosperity as well as for making it onto the Silver Shovels list. The growth in the private sector is a positive sign, as Virginia is more vulnerable than many states when it comes to federal budget cuts.\nThe most recent annual Virginia Economic Forecast, produced last year by Chmura Economics & Analytics for the Thomas Jefferson Institute for Public Policy in Charlottesville, was expecting a solid 2013. Employment growth in the forecast was expected to be 1.9 percent this year, a faster pace than the previous couple of years, with the possibility that employment could soon be back at pre-recession levels. Salary growth was projected to be healthy, too, along with growth in retail sales. Meanwhile, the Virginia Council of CEOs and the University of Richmond's Robins School of Business check in with the region's top executives on a quarterly basis, and the most recent report found the economic outlook on the rise. According to the group's Executive Director Scot McRoberts, \"This data reflects what many of the CEOs I work with tell me \u2014 they are as busy as they have been in years.\"\nProjects of the Year : Virginia\n1. Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Isle of Wight Cnty. N 800 $180 million Coffee Roasting\/Grinding\/Pkg.\n2. Health Diagnostic Laboratory (HDL) City of Richmond E 706 $68.5 million Clinical Lab\/Diagnostics Services\n3. Bechtel Corp. Fairfax Cnty. N 625 $18 million Hdqtrs.\/Project Management\n4. Metron Aviation Loudoun E 350 $2 million Aviation Services Cnty.\n5. Web Parts LLC Danville N 260 $10 million Computer Programming\/Data Center\n6. McKesson Corp. Frederick Cnty. N 205 $36.9 million Distribution\n7. Ply Gem Windows Franklin Cnty. E 200 $9 million Windows & Doors\n8. The Vitamin Shoppe, Inc. Hanover N 174 $39.4 million Distribution Cnty.\n9. Phoenix Packaging Operations, LLC Pulaski Cnty. E 100 $20 million Headquarters\n10. BAE Systems Ordnance Systems Montgomery Cnty. N N\/A $240 million Ordnance\nAs for economic diversity, consider some of the top recent projects cited by state officials as exemplary of recent progress. The $180 million investment by Green Mountain Coffee Roasters in Isle of Wight County is reported to be the state's largest project of the year. There's also growth in weapons and ordnance, window and door manufacturing, aviation services, medical diagnostics, and computer programming, among other sectors. Certainly no problem with too many eggs being in the same basket.\n2013 Gold Shovel Awards: The Winning States\n2013 Silver Shovel Awards\n10+ Million Population Category\n5 to 10 Million Population Category\n3 to 5 Million Population Category\nUnder 3 Million Population Category\n2013 Gold Shovel Awards: Projects of the Year\nApple, Inc. Austin, TX 3,635 $304M\nSamsung Semiconductors San Jose, CA 2,000 $300M\nBaxter Internationa Atlanta, GA 1,800 $1B\nNissan North America Smyrna\/Decherd, TN 2,200 $325M\nGE Consumer & Industrial Louisville, KY 1,214 $649.8M\nXactware Solutions Inc. Orem, UT 859 $130M\nMethodologyArea Development's annual Gold and Silver Shovel Awards recognize states for their achievements in attracting high-value investment projects that will create a significant number of new jobs in their communities. We collected information from all 50 states about their top-10 job-creation and investment projects initiated in 2012 (only those projects that actually had monies invested, \"broke ground,\"\" began an expansion, started new hiring, etc. were considered). Based on a combination of weighted factors - including the number of new jobs to be created in relation to the state's population, the combined dollar amount of the investments, the number of new facilities, the diversity of industry represented - four states achieving the highest weighted overall scores are awarded Area Development's 2013 Gold Shovels in four population categories: 10+ million, 5+ to 10 million, 3+ to 5 million, and fewer than 3 million. Runners up in each of these population categories are awarded 2013 Silver Shovels.\nRELATED TOPICS AND ARTICLES\n2019 Gold & Silver Shovel Awards Project of the Year: Nikola Motor Corp. to Build Hydrogen-Electric Trucks in Arizona\n2019 Gold & Silver Shovel Awards Project of the Year: Micron Technology Expanding Chip-Making in Virginia\n2019 Gold & Silver Shovel Awards Project of the Year: Alabama Adds Mazda\/Toyota Manufacturing USA to Its Auto Roster\n2019 Gold & Silver Shovel Awards Project of the Year: Electric Boat Corp. to Expand Submarine Production in Rhode Island","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Major League BaseballNational LeagueNational League WestColorado Rockies\nThree trade targets in the Rockies outfield\nAlex Yalen\nColorado Rockies, National League West, Offseason, Opinions & Predictions, Rumors, Transactions\nFor a team looking to upgrade its offense, the trio of Rockies outfielders \u2013 Charlie Blackmon, Carlos Gonzalez and Corey Dickerson \u2013 are appealing options. They're all left-handed hitters; they all have track records boasting significant power, speed or both; and they're all in an ideal 26-to-30 year-old age bracket.\nBefore trying to address each player specifically, we have to address a fundamental problem in trying to make sense of Rockies offensive numbers: the home\/away splits.\nBy which I mean this:\nOne of these is a lineup-anchoring star; one is \u2026 not. They're both Carlos Gonzalez \u2013 \"a\" is him at home, \"b\" is him on the road. A team looking to acquire one of these bats is going to have to part with significant talent, probably pitching talent \u2013 but for which player? Trying to divine the significance of this Coors Field split problem is not academic.\nIn an attempt to gain some clarity on this matter I turned to a former Colorado outfielder, who has since moved on to two different clubs and has been productive with both: Dexter Fowler. I wanted to see if there were any underlying signals in his performance in Colorado that could be applied to other players.\nThe following table lists batting average on balls in play (BABIP), on-base-plus-slugging (OPS) and isolated power (ISO) in terms of \"away,\" \"home\" and the \"differential\" or spread between the two. A negative number means that the away number is worse than the home. Green boxes show a spread of zero to 74 points; yellow is between 75 and 150 points; red is anything greater than 150. These ranges are arbitrary, but I believe they are reasonable as far as offering rough-sketch perspective.\nThree of five years, Fowler's BABIP numbers were in that green, zero-to-74 point spread. In 2011 his BABIP was actually better on the road. And his extremes \u2013 a 108 point spread in 2010 and 75 points in 2013 \u2013 were not terribly extreme by Rockies standards. (CarGo had a 200-point spread in BABIP in 2014.)\nFowler's isolated power numbers generally fared worse and were more volatile. He's not a power hitter and so I would reason that Coors Field helped exaggerate his power. But even at the metrics' most inconsistent, the numbers were still within a roughly 100 point band. (His OPS ranged widely, but OPS is a simple addition of on-base and slugging, and I would argue that while it's the most familiar, it's also the least reliable of these measurements.)\nLooking at Fowler's post-Colorado performance, we see he's been an awfully similar hitter to what he was in Colorado. Slightly down in the power department and BABIP, but his on-base percentage is nearly identical and his batting average is only ten points off his Colorado mark.\nGeneral managers like track records and consistent performance. In Fowler, I think there is a pattern of consistent, repeatable, steady production. And that is something important to keep in mind going forward as we tackle this trio of outfielders.\nLet's start with the biggest \"name\" of the bunch: Gonzalez.\nColorado RockiesOutfielders\nMets' Paul DePodesta Joins Cleveland Browns\nBreaking down MLB.TV's Single Team Package\nKyle Freeland, German Marquez Resurgent Campaigns Fueling Rockies' Turnaround\nColorado Rockies: How Does the Nolan Arenado Stalemate End?\nNational League West X factors for 2020\nThe Face of the Rockies, Nolan Arenado, is Wearing a Scowl\nTom Gibbons","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Found this at my job today\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/39UR87S\nThe R.A.N.D System\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/3ahUBgI\nits Great so far\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/2xaAjaM\nWhat do you call bacon with salt on it\nSalt and Peppa\nThe native app experience\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/35sWpS6\n[REDACTED] is a common killer of scp memes\nCompletely useless\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/2Ttsmp6\nWhy was the forest so noisy?\nThe tree's bark.\nMy sister got married the other day and now has 16 husbands\u2026.\nFour richer, four poorer, four better and four worse\u2026\nHow do you start a rice pudding race?\u2026\nDeath to Skyrim lvl memes\nYo what the fuck\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/2TKHTjE\nSo I followed their advice..\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/2KNJ3qv\nNot to mention the TV series The Beverly Krillbillies\n\"Dank Milk\"\nWhats ET short for\nIt's because his legs are little\n6.6k upvotes on pewd submissions\nThis pretty much sums it up.\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/2QHV8RZ\nTechnical debt is a bitch\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/37OLB1g\nMy roommate says our house is haunted\nI've been living here for 300 years and i havnt noticed shit.\nthis, all week\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/2y3dWEt\nAlso, That's a Microwave\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/2DgrNq3\nWhat a way to start the day.\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/2YKKaO2\nWhat did the duck say when she bought a lipstick?\nPut it on my bill!!\nAltar boy goes to confession\n\"Bless me Father, for I have sinned. 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Putin endures it for several seconds, and then when the wolf finally latches on to his penis, he grabs the pencil from behind his ear and pokes the wolf in the eye with the eraser. As the wolf yelps, Putin pulls his package out from the cage and gets dressed. \"And that, gentlemen,\" Putin says as the gets over the pain, \"is the strength and power of Russia. Now, show me what your nations are made of. Supreme Leader?\" Kim Jong-Un smiles and laughs and says, \"No thank you, Mr. President, My, uh\u2026 wife would never forgive me.\" Putin laughs politely and shrugs his shoulders. He then looks to Trudeau. \"Mr. Trudeau? Canada has native wolves, show us the strength of Canada!\" The Prime Minister looks abashed. \"Eh\u2026 no, no thank you, sir.\" This time Putin can't withhold his grin. He finally turns to Donald Trump. \"Surely, the world's greatest superpower has a leader of great power! Show us the power of the United States of America!\" \"I'll tell you what, Vlad, as I call you, I don't mind doing it, I'll be great at doing it, the very best. Just do me a favor, there's no need to poke me in the eye.\"\nA sweet, little old lady walks into a bar frequented by the baddest biker gang around.\nShe walks up to the leader, a real mountain of a man, and say she wants to join. He can barely contain his laughter, and decides to have some fun with her before he tells her off. \"Do you even own a bike?\" he asks. \"I do. 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Safe and sound Found this on a text message from someone's actual dad\nHow do you murder mass?\nYou killagram\nTime looking at exponential graphs\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/2WQ7hYq\nPoor Hitchbot.\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/31aDtWr\nMy son, while gazing up at the sky, asked me how stars die\n\"Usually an overdose\", I said\nTaking out the trash\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/2RF4vTk\nI bought a leather handbag.\nEven though I don't own any leather hands.\nIt's time we thank the President for mitigating unnecessary American deaths due to a horrible and contagious disease!\nhttps:\/\/ift.tt\/2yihJxr","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"The Pirates of Penzance \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 review, English National Opera\n09 Feb 17 \u2013 25 Mar 17, with five matinees at 3PM\nFilm director Mike Leigh's take on a Victorian favourite that pokes irreverent fun at British society is a treat for half-term, and beyond\nBy Claudia Pritchard on 12\/2\/2017\n3 CW readers are interested\nThe very model of a modern major general, in The Pirates of Penzance. Photograph: Tristram Kenton\nThe Pirates of Penzance review, English National Opera 4\tThe Pirates of Penzance review, English National Opera Claudia Pritchard\nA man who blusters his way into high office while knowing nothing, a life turned upside down by a numerical fluke .... The theme of The Pirates of Penzance feel suddenly modern and familiar, but that is the gift of WS Gilbert, the librettist who ridiculed the powerful and the system.\nThroughout Mike Leigh's pointed production for English National Opera, now boisterously returned to the Coliseum, I found myself wishing we had a WS Gilbert today, filling theatres with audiences who could laugh openly at the absurdities of their topsy-turvy nation, and others. Gilbert and Sullivan (a composer always at his best when tongue in cheek) may feel like whiskery old gents from this distance (Pirates was first staged in London in 1880), but in their day they were as radical as any mud-slinging stand-up now.\nTheir gift was to package their political satire in such delectable music, decorous dialogue and hilarious songs that nothing felt too dangerous. And a good production, like this one, of G&S lets librettist and composer do the work, and does not try too hard to embellish it.\nSo the pirate-ship scene that opens the show is performed on the first of a series of Alison Chitty's simple geometric sets \u2013 no rigging, no masts, just trunkfuls of rag-and-bone wear for the seamen and a steam-punk, glam-rock get-up for Ashley Riches' towering, airy, Pirate King. When a tide of single women rolls in, all candy stripes and cambric, button boots and boaters, the fate of everyone of marriageable age is sealed. Except Frederick, who on becoming 21 discovers that he was born on 29 February, and has therefore, so far, only just passed his fifth birthday.\nHis salvation is the plucky Mabel, here in the form of the prestigious Susan Chilcott prize-winner Soraya Mafi, who artfully steers a course between operatic coloratura and music-hall soubrette, in a very winning performance. Wide of eye and with a knowing command of her pearlescent voice, as piratical Frederick's first beloved she quickly is crowned Queen of the High Cs. Long may she reign.\nAs the ill-qualified, paternal, Major General, ENO's great comedian Andrew Shore rattles through his patter song, explaining that he knows, as someone else in high office might say, a bunch of stuff, but cheerfully admits to knowing nothing about the job he does. Remind you of anybody?\nOpera veteran John Tomlinson's Police Sergeant delivers the lament for his lot with all the heft of his long career in grand opera, but with a lightness of touch, like Lucy Schaufer, as Frederick's old nurse, Ruth, while rising star David Webb is an amiable Frederick.\nI've seen a life-time of amateur productions of Gilbert and Sullivan (I was playing in the pit for some, 45 years ago). Seeing this production for the first time, maybe it's the venue, and the expectations that come with walking into the Coliseum, home of English National Opera, or maybe it's the long operatic pedigree of this cast, but I have never been so moved by Sullivan's gift for pastiche \u2013 his Verdian choruses, the chorales and madrigals.\nYes, The Pirates of Penzance is a hoot and a scream, but there are moments of great beauty too \u2013 Gareth Jones conducting the ENO orchestra and chorus master James Henshaw make sure of that \u2013and we can all do with some of that right now.\nby Claudia Pritchard\nWhat The Pirates of Penzance review, English National Opera\nWhere English National Opera, London Coliseum, St Martin's Lane, London, WC2N 4ES | MAP\nNearest tube Covent Garden (underground)\nWhen 09 Feb 17 \u2013 25 Mar 17, with five matinees at 3PM\nPrice \u00a312 - \u00a3105\nWebsite Click here to book via Culture Whisper and See Tickets\n24 of July 2019\nForce of Nature Natalia, Picture House\nGlyndebourne Festival Opera 2017\nOpera Holland Park 2017\nLove Classical, festival of classical music, Royal Albert Hall\nWe recommend nearby\nThe Alchemist, Covent Garden\nRenowned for its molecular mixology, placing theatre and immersive experiences at its core, The Alchemist opens its second London branch in Covent Garden\nFrenchie Covent Garden\nRestaurant and wine bar Frenchie has been credited with redesigning the Parisian way of eating. Its simple, generous yet precise dishes are heavily influenced by chef cum owner Gregory Marchand's classical training in Nantes.\nEnglish National Opera\nL'Elisir d'Amore, Royal Opera House\nIl Turco in Italia \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 review, Garsington Opera\nLa Rondine \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 review, Opera Holland Park\nAn American in Paris, Dominion Theatre review \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Home Gig Dates Bio Merch Youtube The Scrapbook and Reviews Album Launch Debut Album Menu\nWe began our rock journey in early October of 2016 through a mutual love of music; specifically classic rock and glam metal.\nTaking influence from legendary acts like Guns n Roses, Poison, Alice Cooper, Bon Jovi, Skid Row, Whitesnake and Van Halen. We embrace the theatrical side of the music business and at a typical gig, you won't see a song, you'll see a performance; we strive to make our gigs as entertaining and as much fun as possible, with charisma and attitude. Here's some info about ourselves:\nStevie Sixx: OK so the stage name's a bit camp but what isn't about glam rock?! Let's be clear, I'm the lead guitarist, Blake is not! In fact since we're on the subject he's pretty much my personal assistant but let's not talk about that.... If you didn't already know blue is my favourite colour.\nJD: Ladies and gentleman. I am the Jordan. I am the frontman with my awesome vocals and rhythm guitar, I'm also the only one with any fashion sense in 27 Days. People often say I should tone it down but sadly I can't hear them over my guitar!\nPhil: Okay....So, I'm Phil the guy who hits things for 27. Apparently I have a sponsorship from Collision Drumsticks! I've ended up here because of my love of rock and heavy hitting....Oh and when you come to see us play..Always. Bring. Protection!\nDom: My names Dom. I am very funky. I will play anything. I feel like as a bass player I'm the most important, but doesn't everyone? Especially guitarists always wanting to turn it up to 11! Oh and I love pizza and bass solos. You've gotta have a good looking one in a band and Steve wasn't gonna cut it soooo...You've gotta put up with me!\nWe are currently gigging throught Bournemouth, Poole and the surrounding areas and have already headlined community events such as both Winton and Wareham carnivals, spreading classic rock to fans of all ages.\nWe have been writing our own material from the very beginning, with the mission to save rock 'n' roll, bring back the epic music of days gone by, and ROCK OUT!\nWe are currently in the process of writing music with the aim of recording our debut studio album in early 2018\nIf you want to witness us doing what we do best, check out our gig dates and get yourselves along to see the best new classic rock and glam metal band in Bournemouth!\nKeep On Rockin!\nCheck Out: Love's A Loaded Gun\nBy signing up you agree to receive news and offers from 27 Days. You can unsubscribe at any time. For more details see the privacy policy.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"This year, the Evangelical Free Church of America's (EFCA) sister organization, the Evangelical Free Church of Canada (EFCC) marks the 100th anniversary of its first congregation this year. The first free church was formed in Enchant, Alberta in 1917. Over time, the denomination has grown to encompass over 150 congregations across Canada.\nTo mark this milestone, the TIU\/EFCA digital collections has recently uploaded two free books to our digital collections that document the history of the EFCC and of its school (and Trinity's sister university), Trinity Western University.\nPictured: A photograph of the original church and congregation at Enchant, Alberta, and a portrait of Rev. Carl Fosmark, early EFCC pioneer. From Fifty Years and Seventy Places.\nThe first work, Fifty Years and Seventy Places by Muriel Hanson (1967) was written to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the beginning of the denomination. It follows the growth of the Enchant congregation and the spread of missionaries and pioneers across the country, particularly of the early EFCC leader Rev. Carl Fosmark.\nThe second work, On the Raw Edge of Faith by Calvin Hanson (1977?) is part memoir and part institutional history of Trinity Western University, written by its first president, Calvin Hanson. He relates how his life led him from missionary work in Japan to ultimately help fund and found a college for the Free Church in British Columbia in 1962, fifty-five years ago this year. Originally started as a junior college, TWU now boasts an undergraduate enrollment of nearly 2,000 and a graduate enrollment equal to that.\nBoth offer fascinating personal accounts of faith, fortitude, and missionary spirit. Trinity and the EFCA extend their congratulations to the EFCC and TWU on reaching such important milestones in their history!\nFor more interesting material on the Free Churches, check out our Digital Collections at Rolfing Library!\nCategories a graduate studenta pastoran undergraduate studentfaculty","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Alyson Lee Hannigan is an American actress. She was born March 24, 1974 in Washington, D.C. She moved to Atlanta, Georgia when she was 2 years old to live with her mother. She started to act in commercials for McDonalds, Six Flags amusement parks and Oreo cookies when she was small. When she was 11, she went to Los Angeles with her mother to go to school and become famous. She started getting noticed with her roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer as Willow Rosenberg and in the American Pie movies as Michelle Flaherty. She is currently on the television series How I Met Your Mother.\nWikimedia Commons has media related to Alyson Hannigan.\nWikiquote has a collection of quotations related to: Alyson Hannigan\nAlyson Hannigan on IMDb\nAlyson Hannigan at TV.com\nThe Indy Channel interview Archived 2012-01-20 at the Wayback Machine (February 15, 2006)\nSun Times interview (July 21 2005)\nThis short article about an actor or group of actors from the United States can be made longer. You can help Wikipedia by adding to it.\nRetrieved from \"https:\/\/simple.wikipedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Alyson_Hannigan&oldid=7245774\"\nActors from Atlanta, Georgia\nActors from Washington, D.C.\nAmerican child actors\nAmerican movie actors\nAmerican television actors\nAmerican voice actors\nCommons link is defined as the pagename\nAmerican actor stubs\nThis page was last changed on 2 January 2021, at 08:02.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"RKTB Expands a Century-Old Bronx School with Sustainability in Mind\nBy Nelya Sachakova June 7, 2022\nColorful window surrounds on the exterior exude a playful atmosphere at P.S. 19X, also known as The Judith K. Weiss Woodlawn School in the Bronx. Photo by Albert Vecerka\nArchitects and designers look at ways to solve issues like overcrowding in NYC's public school facilities.\nThe NYC Green Schools Guide and Rating System made the city one of the first to have a legal requirement for sustainable design.\nRKTB recently completed the P.S. 19X project, expanding and upgrading a 1925 school building to LEED Gold equivalent.\nNew York City's public school system is a point of pride\u2014producing excellent academic performance and achievement with the potential to become even better. But the facilities' age, challenges with expansion, and design flaws typical of an earlier architectural era have not always adequately supported the work of students, teachers, and administrators. That's something some of our own designers can speak to from personal experience as former New York public school students. Overcrowding has been an issue, for example, exacerbating the strain on dated HVAC infrastructure and resulting in conditions that can be stifling.\nThe New York City School Construction Authority (SCA) has been on a mission to change that since it was created in 1988. In 2005 SCA went further, acting on the principle that sustainable design creates healthy and engaging spaces and establishing the NYC Green Schools Guide and Rating System (GSG) for the design facilities renovation and modernization projects as well as for new school buildings. Its adoption made New York City one of the first and largest school districts in the nation to have a legal requirement to comply with sustainable design and construction guidelines.\nAt RKTB Architects, we believe sustainable design is inextricably linked to the health and well-being of a building's occupants. It is crucial to have good, safe, and healthy buildings for everyone\u2014especially for children. Our prolific K-12 design practice has more than 40 years of experience working with New York City public schools. Since its introduction, we have honed our expertise in the ever-tightening requirements of the Green Schools Guide, which we meet or exceed on every project. At P.S. 19X, a project we recently completed in the Woodlawn neighborhood of the Bronx, for example, we exceeded the minimum standard and achieved an expansion of an existing 1925 school building that is equivalent to LEED Gold while simultaneously renovating and upgrading the existing building.\nBefore our team began work on P.S. 19\u2014also known as The Judith K. Weiss Woodlawn School\u2014the student population had long outgrown its historic building, with enrollment numbers continuing to rise with each passing year. Working in partnership with SCA (the agency in the dual role of both client and construction manager), our team at RKTB delivered an addition that more than doubles the school's floor area, adds modern features and amenities, and provides a healthier and more sustainable environment for the students.\nBuilding renovation at P.S. 19X included replacing outdated administrative and cramped assembly spaces with new, modern classrooms with operable windows and plenty of natural light\u2014all with modern technology and materials, finishes, and systems. Photo by Albert Vecerka\nThe renovation of the existing building's interior included replacing outdated administrative and cramped assembly spaces with new, modern classrooms with operable windows and plenty of natural light\u2014all outfitted with modern technology and materials, finishes, and systems. During construction, the students and faculty had to be able to use the existing building without major disruption, which required us to be nimble in addressing unforeseen field conditions and inventive with how to connect building systems and the addition itself. We wanted to be sure our construction process was as sustainable as the final product, so we worked with our contractors to develop a plan to divert as much as 95% of our construction waste from landfill and manage stormwater onsite.\nP.S. 19X includes new administrative offices\u2014replacing those in the existing building\u2014as well as a double-height gymnasium, a combined cafeteria and auditorium (cafetorium), and a new entrance with a welcoming, airy lobby. We limited the addition to four stories to match the scale of the Woodlawn neighborhood, which is primarily single-family. Colorful window surrounds on the exterior exude a playful atmosphere and welcome the community to engage with the campus.\nThe new entry is a critical element of the project because you can't enjoy the benefits of a sustainably designed environment if you can't access it. The front door to the existing school building was at the top of a flight of stairs, limiting access for students with mobility issues. A new street-level entry and elevators make all the spaces in the addition accessible to students with disabilities. And while the floor-to-floor heights in the existing building do not meet the standard for SCA's new construction projects, an exception was made to allow for barrierless connections between the old building and the new, so most spaces in the existing building are now fully accessible to all students as well.\nRKTB Architects renovated a 1925 school building to make a vibrant new school in the Bronx. Photo by Albert Vecerka\nInside P.S. 19X, The Judith K. Weiss Woodlawn School. Photo by Albert Vecerka\nThe backbone of sustainable construction is energy efficiency, and we employed systems and materials that help to reduce overall energy costs by more than 30% compared to the Green Schools Guide baseline. To relieve pressure on the HVAC system, we used R-15 insulation in the above-grade wall assemblies and R-10 in those below grade; roof construction included R-30 insulation under a performative cool roof that helps reduce heat gain. A state-of-the-art building management system will track energy usage and building performance, allowing adjustments for adjustments by facility directors; daylight harvesters and occupancy sensors in classrooms and offices will help limit the load from lighting systems. And while there are no renewables onsite, the school will be sourcing at least 35% of its electricity from renewable sources.\nBecause of increasingly stringent LEED standards and New York Building Codes, this was the first school project for RKTB where performing a blower door test was required. Large fans were placed in the building, and we measured the amount of air exhausted to confirm that the building was airtight. The test resulted in the construction team finding and sealing openings in the building envelope that we would have been otherwise unaware of, resulting in a more energy-efficient structure.\nThis tight envelope also helps control the school's indoor air quality, which has always been a critical part of sustainable and healthy design but is even more so after the coronavirus pandemic. P.S. 19X followed all the LEED requirements for indoor air quality, including strict standards for mechanical systems and their filters. They were sealed from exposure to pollutants until they were fully installed, after which the system flushed out the air from the building's construction. The fact that the structure was built during the height of the pandemic led to the upgrading of all air-handling equipment and filters to maximize air quality and remove pathogens.\nUT Dallas Sciences Building Uses Zinc to Put Science on Display\nWintringham Primary Academy Blends Indoor and Outdoor Learning\nLow-emitting materials and finishes\u2014from flooring to paint to furniture\u2014were specified as much as possible to minimize any off-gassing that could harm the indoor air quality during the building's use. We also used locally sourced materials where possible; all the concrete, for example, was sourced from Long Island City, just a borough away\u2014and with recycled content.\nDesigning sustainably means not overbuilding, and at RKTB we pride ourselves in pursuing strategies that use space efficiently and minimize each structure's footprint. In the classrooms this meant using modular furniture that can be rearranged to address the changing needs of both students and their teachers over time. In the new entry it meant creating open spaces large enough to double as gathering or assembly space. And in the cafetorium it meant combining the uses of a full-service cafeteria with an auditorium complete with stage, lighting, and sound equipment. A common feature in schools across the country, the P.S. 19X cafetorium is one of very few such venues within the NYC public school system, providing students with a flexible suite of modern amenities without having to double the footprint.\nThat saved space allowed us to expand the size of the outdoor play spaces and gathering areas, which are landscaped with native Panicum Virgatum\u2014otherwise known as \"Northwind.\" These plants require minimal maintenance once established, requiring no permanent irrigation and reducing our landscaping water usage to near zero. Inside, low-flow and high-efficiency plumbing fixtures will reduce water usage by more than 30% above the Green Schools Guide baseline.\nFirst floor plan. Courtesy of RKTB Architects\nAll the strategies above help create a healthy, safe, and welcoming environment that supports students' ability to learn. But a piece that we at RKTB believe is critical to making such a space truly inspiring is to personalize it by connecting it with the community it serves. The existing school building was and remains a community landmark along Katonah Avenue, but its monumental walls and opaque metal doors didn't invite the community in.\nThe new, glazed entry and expansive windows invite people to engage with the school their children attend and be curious about the programs within. The new amenity spaces can also be used by the broader community, broadening the reach of who the building serves and activating the campus outside of school hours.\nWoodlawn's history is woven throughout the building, with quotes printed on colorful the great poets, thinkers, musicians, and dreamers who either hail from the area or are buried in the famed Woodlawn Cemetery nearby, including Irving Berlin, Miles Davis, and Celia Cruz, among others.\nIt's always rewarding to see the collaboration between our design team, consultants, and clients come to life in a finished project\u2014to see what months and years of discussion and drawing looks like in reality. But it is even more rewarding to see a completed learning environment filled with students, teeming with activity, and knowing that our efforts have enhanced learning and teaching processes. The expansion of the school created capacity for an additional 200 students, transforming the formerly cramped quarters into ample space for the students to learn and explore in a healthy environment that will nurture and inspire them as they grow.\nCreating this type of space is only possible by leveraging sustainable design to its fullest to make every building we can better and healthier for its occupants, its community, and the environment at large. For us at RKTB, to imagine that the students of P.S. 19 will look back and remember fondly that their school environment sparked joy and curiosity is inspiring and motivating. Improving their lives through design is what drives our team to make schools better and better, one project at a time.\nAlex Barclay, also an associate with RKTB, contributed to this article.\nMore stories on Projects\nNelya Sachakova\nbegan her career at RKTB while pursuing her Masters of Architecture at City College of New York. She became a full-time architectural designer in 2015 and was elevated to the role of associate in 2021.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"SNY Mets Broadcasters Record Amazin' Audio Announcements for the Subway\nUpdated September 14, 2022 8:15 p.m.\nAnnouncements to be Played on 7 Trains\nMets Fans Encouraged to Download the SNY App to \"Stream the Stretch\"\nListen to the Announcements\nWatch the News Conference\nThe Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) teamed up with SNY Mets television analysts Keith Hernandez, Gary Cohen, Ron Darling and to record a series of fun audio announcements that will be played on trains. The recorded announcements began playing this week for tens of thousands of riders, providing customers with wayfinding information, subway rules, and safety tips, while also thanking them for riding with the MTA.\nThe announcements are scheduled to run through the New York Mets' final home game on Oct. 5.\n\"As the Mets roll towards the playoffs, fans are flocking to the train because it's the fastest, safest, most convenient way to get to and from the game,\" said New York City Transit President Richard Davey. \"Having Gary, Keith and Ron join the NYC Transit team is exciting for us and gives Mets fans familiar voices to hear on their way to Citi Field.\"\n\"As the playoffs get closer, the excitement is building for Mets fans,\" said Sandy Alderson, New York Mets President. \"Everyone can avoid the traffic on their way to the game by taking a bus or the train. I'm a regular subway rider to and from Citi Field and public transit is what keeps New York moving.\"\n\"We thought it was kind of cool that our voices would be on the subway. I know that when I lived in the city that was my preferred mode of transportation,\" said Keith Hernandez, SNY Mets Television Analyst and First Baseman for the 1986 World Series Champion Mets. \"There's going to be postseason, and hopefully it'll go into November. And what better way for fans to come to the ballgame than on the subway with a bunch of cars full of Mets fans sharing the excitement of going to the ballgame together.\"\n\"With thousands of Mets fans using the train to get to Citi Field, it's great for customers to hear these legendary voices lend a helping hand on their trip,\" said MTA Acting Chief Customer Officer Shanifah Rieara. \"Gary, Keith and Ron have guided Mets fans through the baseball season for years and now they'll help 7 line subway riders make their way around New York.\"\n\"The MTA is thrilled to have SNY's championship level television broadcast team help us keep our customers informed,\" said New York City Transit Senior Vice President of Subways Demetrius Crichlow. \"With a subway line that takes fans right to Citi Field, mass transit is the best way to get to events all over New York.\"\nMore New Yorkers are using the subway and buses to get to their destination. On Sept. 13, the subway and buses carried 5,030,00 riders. The subway alone carried 3,610,000 riders.\nOn Sept. 13, on the commuter rails, the LIRR surpassed 200,000 riders on a weekday for the second consecutive week, carrying 200,200 riders. Metro-North Railroad carried a record 180,200 riders that same day, surpassing the railroad's previous record set on Sept. 7 of 179,600.\nSNY and the MTA have also teamed up to inform riders they can \"Stream the Stretch.\" Fans can stream the Mets anytime, anywhere, on any device with the SNY app as they head down the September stretch with their eyes on the postseason. Throughout the regular baseball season, all SNY Mets programming including pre- and post-game coverage will be live on the SNY app. The free SNY app is available to download on iOS, Android, tvOS, Android TV, Apple TV, Fire TV and Roku.\nHere are details of game-day service to Citi Field:\nNew York City Subway and Buses\nThe Mets-Willets Point station is in front of Citi Field on Roosevelt Avenue near 126th Street. Fans can always take either the local or the express train to reach Mets-Willets Point.\nThe Q48 bus stops at 126th Street and Roosevelt Avenue, right in front of Citi Field. Customers can use the real-time bus ridership tracking feature on the MYmta app before boarding.\nCustomers can use the MTA's contactless fare payment system OMNY to get to the games. Every tap to and from Citi Field is another step closer to the \"Lucky 13\" feature where, starting with the 13th ride of each week from Monday to Sunday, every additional ride on subway or buses is free for the rest of that week.\nThe LIRR provides direct service to the Mets-Willets Point station all season long via the Port Washington Branch, just a 19-minute ride from Penn Station. Citi Field is just 17 minutes from Great Neck and 27 minutes from Port Washington. Fans traveling from Long Island on other branches can reach Citi Field by changing at Woodside, just a five-minute ride from the stadium.\nAccess-A-Ride paratransit has a designated stop at Citi Field located at 41 Seaver Way (126th St and 37th Ave), south of the BullPen Gate in the Passenger Loading Zone (second cut out) directly in front of the AMWAY awning. Customers have ample shelter and a clear sight line of 126th Street from BullPen Gate.\nTo book a trip customers can call (877)-337-2017, use MyAAR or the MYmta app. Please see here for further information: https:\/\/www.mlb.com\/mets\/ballpark\/disability-access-guide#accessmap\nMets fans from the Bronx, the northern New York suburbs or Connecticut can catch any Metro-North train to Grand Central and transfer to the 7 train to Citi Field.\nNew York Transit Museum\nFans can travel to home games in style with the New York Transit Museum Store's Train to the Game Collection that includes tees, hats, magnets, mugs and more.\nAbout SNY\nSNY is an Emmy Award winning regional sports content creator with both linear television and digital platform distribution. SNY provides unparalleled and exclusive coverage of the New York Mets, New York Jets, UConn women's basketball and all things New York sports. As New York's leader in local sports coverage, SNY delivers the most comprehensive access to all the Tri-State area's professional and collegiate sports teams through exclusive live games, nightly sports programs, and original entertainment. The linear network serves approximately seven million homes throughout New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, and northeastern Pennsylvania, and nationally through select providers. SNY also distributes up-to-the-minute New York sports news and exclusive series digitally at SNY.tv, but also through its social channels on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. SNY is owned by Sterling Entertainment Enterprises, Charter Communications and Comcast.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"At least 35 publicly 'out' gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, pansexual and non-binary athletes will be competing in Beijing for the 2022 Winter Olympic Games. It is double the number who competed in Pyeongcheng in 2018.\nThe LGBTQ+ athletes who comprise Team LGBTQ+ at the Bejing Olympics include the first openly non-binary American winter sports athlete, a Brazilian skeleton sledder who will be competing against her girlfriend, and a speed skater.\nBelgian Kim Meylemans and Brazilian Nicole Silveira are both sliders in the top 20 in the world rankings. They are both out LGBTQ+ athletes. And they are dating. And they will be competing against each other in the Skeleton in Bejing.\n35-year-old Dutch speedskater Ireen W\u00fcst, is attending her fifth Olympic Games in Bejing. To date, she has won five gold medals, five silver medals and one bronze, making her the most decorated speedskater in history and the most decorated out LGBTQ+ Ollympian.\nIn TeamGB and also in Team LGBTQ+ are figure skater Lewis Gibson, freestyle skiers Makayla Gerken Schofield and Gus Kenworthy, and curling men's team skip Bruce Mouat.\nWhere sport and politics take centre stage at the Olympic Games, the topics of human rights and inclusion are sure to take centre-stage this time round, especially as the host country, China, has a record of human-rights abuses, and no legal recognition for same-sex couples.\nThe presence of Team LGBTQ+ draws attention to the importance of an Olympic Games of diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity.\nKim Meylemans and Nicole Silveira, LGBTQ+ partners, but opponents in the Bejing Skeleton\nGB medal hopefuls at Beijing","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Rangers in John Souttar signing battle as Sheffield United confirm interest in Hearts star\nLight Blues are ready to offer 25-year old Scotland defender a pre-contract deal but face massive competition from English clubs\nJohn Souttar is a man in demand\nJohn Souttar is a transfer target for Sheffield United, manager Paul Heckingbottom has confirmed.\nThe Hearts centre back is one of the most in demand players in the game at the moment with his contract expiring at the end of the season.\nRangers are keen to do a deal for the 25-year old Scotland star and are set to offer a pre-contract to Souttar, but face stiff competition from a number of English Championship sides.\nPromotion-chasing Blackburn are among the front runners, while Stoke - where John's brother Harry plays - are also in the running.\nSheffield United, too, have been linked with Souttar and former Hibs boss Heckingbottom has now confirmed the defender is on his radar.\n\"Yeah he is one of a few that we have been linked with.\n\"I know him from my time in Scotland a good player and I am sure we will be linked with more players, some will be right and some will be way off the mark.\nJohn Souttar 'move' to Rangers examined as Hearts star told the pressure will ramp up\nWhen pressed on whether the Blades link with Souttar was right, Heckingbottom confirmed his interest.\nHe said: \"He's one of a few that we have been looking at.\n\"We highlighted positions we need players in he's one in that position and we would be foolish not to have a look at him, he's a free transfer in the summer but I am not going to say if we are going to do it but certainly someone we have looked at.\"\nAfter finally overcoming injury problems that have blighted him for years, Souttar has been at his best this season.\nHis form for the Jambos has seen him return to the Scotland squad, and he marked his return with the opening goal in the stunning 2-0 win over Denmark at Hampden.\nNever miss the latest top sport headlines from the Scottish Daily Express. Sign up to our daily sport newsletter here.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Share this Story: Police asking for help to identify mutilated body found in Crescent Heights\nPolice asking for help to identify mutilated body found in Crescent Heights\nEmma McIntosh \u2022 Calgary Herald\nPolice investigating after body parts were found in Crescent Heights, west of Centre Street by Samis Rd. N.E. in Calgary. Photo by Al Charest \/Postmedia\nThe body found in Crescent Heights earlier this week was not intact and had been there for days before it was found, Calgary Police said Friday.\nThe death, which was ruled suspicious, is being investigated by the Calgary Police's major crimes unit. A passerby found the body on a forested hill on the west side of Centre Street North and Samis Road N.E. on Wednesday morning.\nPolice asking for help to identify mutilated body found in Crescent Heights Back to video\n\"It appears to investigators that there was some effort put into concealing the body,\" said Insp. Don Coleman of the major crimes unit.\n\"It was not intact, and we don't believe it's from animal activity in the area or things like that. We believe what was done was purposefully done.\"\nAn autopsy conducted Thursday found the victim was a woman between the ages of 20 and 40, with dark hair.\nPolice declined to elaborate on the condition of the body. However, Coleman said the victim's left cheek had a \"distinguishable mark\" on it, which was covered by a bandage.\n\"Something had been cut or removed,\" Coleman said.\nColeman said the medical examiner hasn't ruled on a specific cause of death, and police have not been able to identify her.\nThe body had been there for a few days, Coleman said.\nThe passerby who found it first noticed a smell when walking by the area on his way to work. The second time he walked by, he noticed an \"object\" in the trees and called 911, Coleman said.\nThe level of decomposition made it difficult to determine identifying details like the victim's skin colour, said Coleman, adding that the body wasn't found with any personal belongings or distinguishable clothing. Police are currently trying figure out the victim's identity by examining dental records.\n\"We don't believe it's a homeless camp-type situation,\" he said.\n\"We believe this person was purposefully placed there.\"\nPolice are still searching the inner-city neighbourhood where the victim was found, as well as landfill sites in the city, Coleman said.\nIn the meantime, however, they're asking anyone who may have any information related to the case to come forward. The victim does not appear to match any missing person reports.\n\"Circumstances like this are fairly unique, generally speaking,\" Coleman said.\n\"We're hoping that uniqueness might yield some specific information that might help investigators move forward \u2026 There's really no piece of information that's too small.\"\nNo suspects are in custody, and Coleman said investigators won't rule out anything \u2014 including organized crime \u2014 until they find out who the victim was.\nAnyone who may know anything about the incident, or the victim's identity, is encouraged to call the Calgary Police's non-emergency line or Crime Stoppers.\nA Calgary Search and Rescue crew scours a heavily wooded hillside next to Memorial Drive, west of the Centre Street Bridge, after the discovery of an unidentified body in the area on Wednesday, June 8. Lyle Aspinall\/Postmedia Network\nemcintosh@postmedia.com\nTwitter.com\/EmmaMci\nPlane turned around hour after takeoff due to passenger refusing to wear mask on London-bound flight","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"11 things we learnt from Apple's Watch event\nIncluding why the cost of the Gold Edition Watch isn't the night's big pricing shock and the one thing we hate about the new MacBook\nby Marc McLaren\nFollow @marc_mclaren\n10 March 2015 \/ 5:30MYT\nApple's latest Big Event was a two-hour feast of information.\nFar from just getting the full details about the Apple Watch, we were introduced to a new, and very exciting, MacBook, saw some rather cool Watch apps, met Apple's new ResearchKit scheme and lusted after the HBO Now streaming service.\nUnusually for Apple it was actually a fairly tight and taut presentation, with little of the forced humour of recent events and plenty of detail to digest. And digest it is just what we've done below. So here are the 11 tastiest morsels or information we gleaned from tonight's event.\n1. The gold Edition's price tag isn't the one we're shocked by\nWell alright, we are somewhat shocked by it. I mean US$10,000 (~RM36,900) for a watch? But then again, some people spend \u00a3100,000 (RM556,450) on a timepiece. Some people just have too much money.\nWhat we're more shocked by is the price of the most expensive version of the standard Apple Watch.\nWhile the Sport edition starts at a not-too-bad US$349 (~RM1288) and the standard Watch at US$549 (RM2025), if you spec it up to the 42mm Space Black Case with Space Black Stainless Steel Link Bracelet - the all-black steel version, basically - you'll be paying US$1049 (~RM3880) for the privilege.\nThat's right, double the price for a swanky strap. Suddenly US$10,000 for the gold Edition doesn't seem ridiculous.\nThen again, the most expensive gold Edition costs US$17.000 (~RM62720). Sheeesh!\n2. You can do some really cool stuff with Watch apps\nWe'd already seen a fair bit about what Watch apps are capable of in the six months since the Apple Watch made its initial debut. But when Apple's vice-president of technology Kevin Lynch took to the stage to demonstate a few more, things quickly got a lot more impressive.\nLynch used his Watch to open his garage doors; he summoned an Uber car; he showed how easy it will be to pay for goods using the device; he liked an Instagram post; he checked into a hotel and even opened his hotel room door. Well, he would've if he'd actually been at the hotel.\nObviously Apple were only ever going to show off the most impressive apps and obviously some of them - opening your garage doors, for instance - will require other tech at home to make them work. But as a demonstration of what's possible, it was very impressive.\n3. Apple _really_ doesn't want to see your health data\nApple's ResearchKit is an interesting new development, enabling medical researchers to utilise the iPhone's massive user base to gather data that's relevant to their study. But Apple are keen to make clear that they won't be doing anything with that data themselves.\nNot only will users be able to opt in or out of trials, and choose who their data is shared with, but most importantly none of it will ever be seen by Apple. While they'll operate the platform, that's as far as their role in it will go. Peace of mind for the rightly privacy-obsessed among us.\n4. Apple needs to tone down the hyperbole\nWe lost count of how many times Tim Cook or one of his Apple minions used the word 'reinvention' onstage today.\nApple is \"reinventing the laptop\" we were told. But while it's true that the new MacBook is a startlingly lovely bit of design with much wow factor, it's not exactly a reinvention is it? Ultimately it's still, um, a laptop. It has a keyboard and a screen and two halves and trackpad.\nApple is also \"doing something that's never been done before\" with the Apple Watch, apparently. And yes, some of Apple's new app offerings are close to revolutionary. But it's not exactly doing something that's never been done before. It's a smartwatch. It runs apps and serves up notifications and sits on your wrist telling the time. Android Wear does all of that. Maybe not as well, but sometimes Apple might want to just stop with the grand statements and just let the products be their own best advertisements.\n5. Apple TV's not quite dead yet\nWe could still do with a proper update to the Apple TV or maybe even the much-rumoured Apple TV Set, but until then HBO Now is a nice extra.\nThe wealth of options available on the US cable channel is near unparalleled - frankly, we'd be happy with just Game Of Thrones - so the fact that it'll be exclusive to Apple products, on launch at least, gives people a genuine reason to invest in a little black box. Plus, the box itself will see a price cut to RM279.\nThe only downside? To start with at least it'll be US-only.\n6. You'll now be charging two things daily\nThis one wasn't entirely unexpected, but when Tim Cook announced expected battery life for the Apple Watch millions of nerds worldwide still crossed their fingers and hoped for the best.\nBut no: it's 18hrs, or in Tim's words, \"a full day\" (well, he does sleep for six hours a night).\nThat's roughly in line with most of the rival Android Wear devices but a long way behind what the Pebble can manage (about a week), while the forthcoming Pebble Time Steel will supposedly go for 10 days.\nThat needn't be a major problem. We're all well used to charging our phones daily, after all. But that's now two things to juice up before bed now - and remembering to do one is often beyond us.\nThe first six apps you'll install on Apple Watch\nSee full top 10","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"High 20 Luxurious Car Brands In The World 2021\nWith a extra unique blend to the remaining their class of police vehicles have been chosen by spec ,model and durability in addition to the type of power that the Aussies are likely to want to push out from their 'pleased chap' spirits. Everything extraordinary must have an 'Alpha' and on this case a charming Alpha Romeo Police automobile to turn eyes too. This isn't nonetheless simply your average Romeo although as this particular one is a GT spec which merely spells 'Gran Turismo' which in itself ought to instantly come across as a velocity demon with the comfort of an extended drive. The producer's current brand value is estimated at a whopping $27 billion. The mannequin has been largely improved and it now offers either 2.0-liter turbodiesels, liable for 148 bhp and 187 bhp or an entry-level model with a 1.6 diesel engine and 118 bhp.\nHigh 15 Most Beautiful Vehicles Of All Time\nDesigned by Ferdinand Porsche it has a high pace 193.1 kph \/ 120 mph and is powered upto 223.7 kw \/ 300 bhp @ 3400 rpm. The SSK is likely one of the most revered sports activities automobiles on the earth and this one includes a distinctively enticing body.\nThe Bentley Mulsanne is a luxury automotive produced by Bentley Motors within the U.K. Launched in 2010 with an influence of 505 hp \/ 377kW \/ 512PS @ 4,000rpm and speeds upto 184 mph \/ 296 km\/h. Instead of a sporty and flashy idea, the designer selected daring colors but thenpolished them in a method that made the car look soft and calm. The Jaguar XK120 is a sports car which was manufactured by Jaguar between 1948 and 1954. Powered with a hundred and sixty bhp (119 kW; 162 PS) @ 5000 rpm and atop pace of 132.596 mph (213.393 km\/h) the Jaguar XK120 is a novel traditional.\nTesla Mannequin S\nthe value of this automotive is claimed to be roughly $1.6 million. Somerset Polices' Atom has proven to be one off, if not the ONLY certainly one of its type which is particularly why it ranks no 1 on the listing of the best police vehicles of the world. Catch your breathe again and then take it in that Bugatti is the second quickest automotive in the world to the Koenigsegg Agera R and Dubai has it as certainly one of their toys on the police pressure. The very same car which stood an opportunity at racing a Euro Fighter Jet and are available to consider it ,apart from the Koenigsegg Agera ,it's the only different automotive that might be thought of as a fighter jet's opponent. Apart from it internet hosting some of the world's most elite and highly trained police forces on the earth, you bet they also have some of the world's greatest police automobiles of the world too. The least they would be revered for is their rides if not the fact that they're legislation enforcers who've made careers out of catching them. Other extra widespread automobiles that are in the abundance of United Kingdom police would be the Jaguar XF and Lexus Extige.\nChoosing diesel was easy for Volkswagen as a result of officers declare that lower than 1% of older gas Passats have been offered within the UK up to now. When it comes to selecting solely the Top 10 automobile manufacturers in the world, this limited variety of selections can end up being subjective, by also leaving room for interpretation and controversy. There are European, American and Asian well-known automobile names that, over the years, have produced high rated automobiles. Some are considered well-liked due to their historical past in manufacturing vehicles, whereas others have been launched more or less recently, yet turn out to be widely identified for growing dependable vehicles.\nIt is appeared upon by many as the supreme model of all Jaguars. But whatever your view, the XK120 undoubtedly set the standard for all Jaguar sports activities vehicles to observe. The SSK mannequin was first manufactured by Mercedes-Benz between 1928 and 1932.\nWhen we consider this automobile, the word that routinely comes to at least one's thoughts could be \"Prestige\" \u2013 That represents respect and admiration. Having this quantity of prime class in autos making it probably the greatest police automobiles in the world, provides lots of flexibility in any police force for that matter.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Review: \"Unmistaken Child\"\nMatthew Lucas June 02, 2009 0 Comments\nAnyone who has ever seen Martin Scorsese's vastly underrated Kundun has a basic knowledge of the beautiful mysteries that drive the religion of Buddhism. It is not necessarily a world that is easily accessible to outsiders. Buddhism is a religion steeped in tradition and mysticism that can seem very strange and even alienating to Western eyes, but in Unmistaken Child, the new documentary by Israeli director Nati Baratz, we get a revealing and unprecedented look behind the scenes at some of Buddhism's most sacred rites.\nThe idea of reincarnation is central to the Buddhist faith, so when Lama Konchog, a deeply revered and highly respected monk, passes away at the age of 84, his young disciple, Tenzin Zopa, sets out to find his reincarnation - the \"unmistaken child\" that is unquestionably the return of Lama Konchog's spirit to Earth.\nTenzin Zopa's quest leads him into the rural villages of Tibet, searching for a child whose birth fell after the death of Lama Konchong. It is a grueling journey, guided by astrology and faith and marked by one dead end after another, until at last one young candidate meets the desired qualifications.\nDiscovering a likely candidate, however, is only the beginning of the journey. From there, Tenzin's young protege must undergo a series of tests to determine whether or not he is the reincarnation of Lama Konchong. He will be faced with many challenges on a path that will take him to the Dalai Lama himself, and if he succeeds, he will face being separated from his parents on the path to enlightenment, as he devotes his life to the quiet study of Buddhism.\nBaratz directs the film almost like a narrative feature. It is free of the usual talking heads that have come to be associated with documentaries. Instead, it simply follows the journey, taking the audience along as a casual observer - a witness to an ancient and sacred ritual that is both disarmingly beautiful and truly unforgettable.\nI've said it before, but it's worth repeating - the best documentaries transport their audiences into new worlds, with an immediacy that a narrative film could never hope to achieve. Unmistaken Child is one such film. It is almost a religious experience in and of itself, one that touches the heart and stirs the soul. Baratz brilliantly crafts his film so that it never actually feels like a documentary, it feels like a living, breathing story - an epic journey that has all the ingredients of any Hollywood blockbuster - suspense, emotion, heartbreak, and ultimately, joy.\nThis is masterful documentary filmmaking, chronicling a once in a lifetime event with great sensitivity and pathos. There is a great and powerful beauty at work here, something almost imperceptibly beyond the tangible. What Baratz captures here is nothing short of incredible. Unmistaken Child is a wonderful and wholly unique experience that transcends mere cinema and achieves something far grander and more special. This is vibrant and extraordinary filmaking, a compelling and unforgettable look at an ancient rite that is at once intimate and breathaking. This is what documentaries are all about.\nGRADE - \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 (out of four)\nUNMISTAKEN CHILD: Directed by Nati Baratz; Not Rated; Opens tomorrow, 6\/3, at the Film Forum in Manhattan.\nBy Matthew Lucas posted at June 02, 2009\nReview: \"The Beaches of Agn\u00e8s\"\nWin 2 Tickets to See \"Harry Potter and the Half-Bl...\n\"Goodbye Solo\" Comes Home\n\"Under Our Skin\" Expands Today\nReview: \"The Hurt Locker\"\nReview: \"The Stoning of Soraya M.\"\nReview: \"Afghan Star\"\n82nd Oscar Ceremony to Feature 10 Best Picture Nom...\nReview: \"Under Our Skin\"\nTrailer: \"World's Greatest Dad\"\nOn \"The Taking of Pelham 123\"\nReview: \"Food, Inc.\"\nOn \"Land of the Lost\"\nLong-form Dada\nReview: \"Summer Hours\"\nReview: \"Outrage\"\nOn \"Up\"","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"People with disabilities \u203a\nEveryday life and leisure\nSports and people with disabilities\nThere are local organisations that work towards improving accessibility to sports for people with disabilities. Schools also have responsibilities for access to sport for pupils with disabilities.\nSupport for disability sports\nDisability Sport NI\nDisability Sport NI is Northern Ireland's main disability sports organisation. It has over 100 member groups, made up of disability sports groups, schools and adult centres. Disability Sport NI is a limited company with charitable status.\nSport NI\nSport Northern Ireland is a public body for the development of sport in Northern Ireland.\nParasport\nParasport aims to encourage more people with disabilities to take up sport by providing information about sports and sporting opportunities in local areas.\nLocal sports facilities\nYour local council's leisure department should have details about facilities, sports clubs and other initiatives in your area.\nMany local councils work in partnership with national, regional and local sports organisations to provide opportunities for people of all ages to take part and develop their skills. Your local library should also be a good source of information.\nThe city of Tokyo in Japan will host the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games.\nGovernment sports initiatives\nGovernment wants to make sure that the number of people with disabilities in sport increases across the board - whether as a participant, trainer or administrator.\nTo find out about government funding, plans and initiatives in sport, visit the Department for Communities' website.\nSchool sports and children with disabilities\nSchool sport should be fun and attractive to all children whatever their level of skill. Physical Education (PE) and sport play an important role in school life - improving health and developing social skills.\nThe curriculum incorporates an 'access statement' to make sure equality of opportunity and access for all.\nPE is a compulsory part of the curriculum at all Key Stages for all pupils of compulsory school age. Disability should not be a barrier to inclusion in PE or other school sport programmes.\nSchools in both mainstream and special school settings should make all necessary arrangements to support young people with physical and learning disabilities to have good access to PE and sport. This includes teacher support and, where necessary, providing special equipment.\nSchools and the Education Authority must also make 'reasonable adjustments' to their premises, policies and procedures to avoid disadvantaging pupils with disabilities.\nMore useful links\nEquality Commission Northern Ireland\nEveryday access","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Death of Emma Aima Nawahi, 1936.\nTHAT GREATLY BELOVED MATRIARCH DIES\nMRS. EMMA NAWAHI LEAVES THIS LIFE\nSHE WAS LIVING DEBILITATED FOR A LONG TIME AND PASSED AWAY\nHILO, Hawaii, Dec. 28.\u2014In the famous history of Hawaii nei, the name Mrs. Emma Aima Nawahi will be seen and known, from when there was hair upon figure, when the town of Hilo was very young, and the trains joined the two sides of Hamakua and Puna; at 6:30 this morning she left behind this life, and Leleiwi crossed its hands behinds its back, and the earth was left the earth's, and His to Him.\nAt 2 in the afternoon on this coming Sunday, her funeral will be held at her home. After the funeral her body will be cremated and her ashes buried at the cemetery at Homelani.\nShe left behind one son, Alexander Nawahi of Hilo and three grandchildren.\nWhen Mrs. Emma Aima Nawahi left this life, undone were the memories of the days when the alii of the land were living from this time of the new government. Mrs. Nawahi was a matriarch well known among the alii families of Hawaii nei, for her intelligence and for her becoming a leader for the lahui in those days when politics was strong, and her home in Hilo became the home of homes, the home that welcomed everyone and a place for travellers to rest.\nShe was part Chines, and her father was Tong Yee, and he was the very first Chinese to start growing sugarcane on the island of Hawaii, and her mother was Kahole-aua.\nIt was her father who first planted sugarcane on the land of Paukaa, and the first mill build on the island of Hawaii. Thereafter he entered into a partnership with John Ena Sr.\nMrs. Nawahi's husband was the Hon. Joseph K. Nawahi, a member of the legislature of Hawaii nei for 20 years or more, and he was one of the political pillars who appointed Lunalilo as King for Hawaii nei. Mr. Nawahi was a powerful force opposing annexation, and in the year 1895 he established the Hawaiian Newspaper called \"Ke Aloha Aina,\" to express his political views.\nMrs. Nawahi was a member of the organizations Daughters of Hawaii, Kaahumanu Society, Hale o na Alii, Ahahui o na Wahine ma Hilo, a member of the Haili Church in Hilo, and so too of the American Red Cross.\n(Alakai o Hawaii, 1\/16\/1936, p. 4)\nKe Alakai o Hawaii, Buke VIII, Helu 36, Aoao 4. Ianuali 16, 1936.\nThis entry was posted in Alii, Aloha Aina, Death Announcement, Legislature, Newspaper, Organizations and tagged Alexander Nawahi, Emma Aima Nawahi, John Ena Sr., Jospeh K. Nawahi, Kaholeaua, Lunalilo, Tong Yee by nupepa. Bookmark the permalink.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE OHIO,\nKnoxville, Tenn., March 15, 1864.\nBrigadier General S. G. BURBRIDGE,\nCommanding District of Kentucky:\nGENERAL: In accordance with instructions from the headquarters Military Division of the Mississippi, the commanding general directs that the troops in the District of Kentucky be reorganized into two division. The troops at Louisville and guarding the line of the Louisiana and Nashville Railroad south through the State of Kentucky and all west of said railroad will constitute one division, and those east of said railroad and of Louisville will constitute the other. The former will be commanded by Brigadier General Hugh Ewing, with his headquarters on the line of said railroad about midway between Louisiana and the southern boundary of the district. The commanding officer of the latter will have his headquarters with his troops. The senior of the troops garrisoning Louisville will be commander of the post of Louisiana, and will be instructed to furnish the requisite number of men to Lieutenant Colonel J. H. Hammond, commanding depot for drafted men to, guard said depot and to provide the necessary details to go forward with the drafted men to their regiments. The commanding officer of the District of Kentucky will make his headquarters at Lexington or Camp Nelson, that he may properly watch our line in the direction.\nEDWARD E. POTTER,\nBrigadier-General, Chief of Staff.\nHEADQUARTERS ARMY OF THE OHIO,\nMorristown, March 15, 1864.\nBrigadier General E. E. POTTER, Chief of Staff, Knoxville:\nLet the cavalry come by Strawberry Plain. The Thirty-fifth Illinois may stay at the brigade at Loudon.\nBy command, &c.:\nJ. D. COX,\nBrigadier-General, Acting of Staff in the Field.\nSIR: The commanding general directs me to acknowledge the receipt of yours of 13th instant, and to say that whilst it is not important that the artillery horses ordered for this department should be forwarded immediately, it is still necessary that they should be procured and kept in readiness awaiting his orders to send them. He desires that Captain Hall should be so instructed, and that a full understanding may be had with Colonel Swords on the subject. There should not be a greater delay than twenty or thirty days in getting the requisite number ready, as the commanding general regards it very important that he should be able to make his calculations upon having the stock at his disposal within that time.\nBrigadier-General, Acting Chief of Staff in the Field.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Iowa State Patrol: 16-year-old boy dies in 2-car crash\nUpdated: 9:25 PM CST Feb 2, 2018\nAlex Kirkpatrick\nPolice lights\nAuthorities are investigating a two-car crash that killed a 16-year-old Montour boy.The accident happened around 3:45 p.m. Friday about a quarter-mile south of F17, which is a couple of miles north of Grinnell, according to an Iowa State Patrol crash report.Troopers said 16-year-old Connor McCrary of Montour drifted off the road, then overcorrected his car and struck another vehicle broadside. McCrary's vehicle ended up in the ditch.The other vehicle stopped on the road, blocking part of a lane. The 47-year-old driver, from Grinnell, was taken to the hospital, but the extent of his injuries was unknown as of Friday night.The crash remains under investigation.\nPOWESHIEK COUNTY, Iowa \u2014\nAuthorities are investigating a two-car crash that killed a 16-year-old Montour boy.\nThe accident happened around 3:45 p.m. Friday about a quarter-mile south of F17, which is a couple of miles north of Grinnell, according to an Iowa State Patrol crash report.\nTroopers said 16-year-old Connor McCrary of Montour drifted off the road, then overcorrected his car and struck another vehicle broadside. McCrary's vehicle ended up in the ditch.\nThe other vehicle stopped on the road, blocking part of a lane. The 47-year-old driver, from Grinnell, was taken to the hospital, but the extent of his injuries was unknown as of Friday night.\nThe crash remains under investigation.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"SHARE B&S:\nBlues and Soul Music Magazine\nWelcome to B&S\nBRINGING YOU THE STORIES BEHIND MUSIC + ESSENTIAL NEWS, REVIEWS AND INTERVIEWS\nFrom Paris with love... It's divine inspiration and gospel greatness from UK soul royal Mica Paris\nTalk this way Remembering Run DMC hip-hop legend Jam Master Jay through the eyes of fellow group member DMC\nHappy Anniversary! Jalapeno Records celebrate 20 years of giving funk & soul lovers exactly what they want\nCOMPETITION TIME! WIN LUXURY SOUL FAMILY 2021 Expansion's unmissable annual soul compilation up for grabs!\nHome \/ Issue 1098 \/ News \/ JTQ announce new album and special show\nJTQ announce new album and special show\nNovember 21, that's a date you may want to add to your diary a bit sharpish because those acid jazz funksters, the James Taylor Quartet, as part of the London Jazz Festival, will be playing to a (we expect) packed Cadogan Hall audience in the heart of the capital and will be accompanied on this occasion by a full orchestra.\nAnd if that wasn't enough good news, JTQ will also be releasing new music just over a week later on November 30. The album, called 'Soundtrack from Electric Black', will be released through pace setting record label, Audio Network.\nAfter 30-years of coming up with the goods Hammond hero, bandleader and one time Craig Charles Funk & Soul Radio 6 show listener voted Fantasy Funk Band member, James Taylor, is once again bang-on-the money with his latest project and his own brand of retro-infused, authentic rhythm driven funk. And if his last album, the groundbreaking \"The Rochester Mass\", which also comprised of a four-part choir, string quartet and full orchestral scores is anything to go by, Taylor's continued honing of JTQ's trademark sound will indeed be something to behold when it's partnered with the splendour of a full orchestra.\nJust to add, we caught JTQ's standout set at last year's Love Supreme Festival where they wowed the primetime crowd on the main stage with their killer sounds along with Taylor's candid banter, made for one of the festival's highlights. We cannot wait to hear the band's new material along with their classics, delivered orchestra style\u2026 imagine the theme from \"Starsky & Hutch\" complete with strings and horns, Huggy Bear would agree that's cooooooool.\nThe album \"Soundtrack from Electric Black\" can be preordered now from all decent retailers and you can catch JTQ in action, as mentioned, at London's Cadogan Hall on November 21. Hit the 'buy now' button below to purchase your hot cakes! Sorry, I mean tickets!\nWords LEE TYLER\nJoin the B&S Mailing List\nBlues and Soul on Twitter\nReggae\/World\nContact B&S\nBlues & Soul Magazine","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Paper Count: 10\nSearch results for: Sumeyra Sevim\n10 The Effect of Probiotic Bacteria on Aflatoxin M1 Detoxification in Phosphate Buffer Saline\nAuthors: Sumeyra Sevim, Gulsum Gizem Topal, Mercan Merve Tengilimoglu-Metin, Mevlude Kizil\nAflatoxin M1 (AFM1) is a major toxic and carcinogenic molecule in milk and milk products. Therefore, it poses a risk for public health. Probiotics can be biological agent to remove AFM1. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of probiotic bacteria on AFM1 detoxification in phosphate buffer saline. The PBS samples artificially contaminated with AFM1 at concentration 100 pg\/ml were prepared with probiotics bacteria that including monoculture (L. plantarum, B. bifidum ATCC, B. animalis ATCC 27672) and binary culture (L. bulgaricus + S. thermophiles, B. bifidum ATCC + B. animalis ATCC 27672, L. plantarum+B. bifidum ATCC, L. plantarum+ B. animalis ATCC 27672). The samples were incubated at 37\u00b0C for 4 hours and stored for 1, 5 and 10 days. The toxin was measured by the ELISA. The highest levels of AFM1 binding ability (63.6%) in PBS were detected yoghurt starter bacteria, while L. plantarum had the lowest levels of AFM1 binding ability (35.5%) in PBS. In addition, it was found that there was significant effect of storage on AFM1 binding ability in all groups except the one including B. animalis (p < 0.05). Consequently, results demonstrate that AFM1 detoxification by probiotic bacteria has a potential application to reduce toxin concentrations in yoghurt. Moreover, probiotic strains can react with itself as synergic or antagonist.\nKeywords: aflatoxin M1, ELISA, probiotics, storage\n9 The Effect of Inulin on Aflatoxin M1 Binding Ability of Probiotic Bacteria in Yoghurt\nAuthors: Sumeyra Sevim, Gulsum Gizem Topal, Mercan Merve Tengilimoglu-Metin, Banu Sancak, Mevlude Kizil\nAflatoxin M1 (AFM1) represents mutagenic, carcinogenic, hepatotoxic and immunosuppressive properties, and shows adverse effect on human health. Recently the use of probiotics are focused on AFM1 detoxification because of the fact that probiotic strains have a binding ability to AFM1. Moreover, inulin is a prebiotic to improve the ability of probiotic bacteria. Therefore, the aim of the study is to investigate the effect of inulin on AFM1 binding ability of some probiotic bacteria. Yoghurt samples were manufactured by using skim milk powder artificially contaminated with AFM1 at concentration 100 pg\/ml. Different samples were prepared for the study as: first sample consists of yoghurt starter bacteria (L. bulgaricus and S. thermophilus), the second sample consists of starter and L. plantarum, starter and B. bifidum ATCC were added to the third sample, starter and B. animalis ATCC 27672 were added to the forth sample, and the fifth sample is a binary culture consisted of starter and B. bifidum and B. animalis. Moreover, the same work groups were prepared with inulin (4%). The samples were incubated at 42\u00b0C for 4 hours, then stored for three different time interval (1,5 and 10 days). The toxin was measured by the ELISA. When inulin was added to work groups, there was significant change on AFM1 binding ability at least one sample in all groups except the one with L. plantarum (p<0.05). The highest levels of AFM1 binding ability (68.7%) in samples with inulin were found in the group which B. bifidum was added, whereas the lowest levels of AFM1 binding ability (44.4%) in samples with inulin was found in the fifth sample. The most impressive effect of inulin was found on B.bifidum. In this study, it was obtained that there was a significant effect of storage on AFM1 binding ability in the all groups with inulin except the one with L. plantarum (p<0.05). Consequently, results show that AFM1 detoxification by probiotics have a potential application to reduce toxin concentrations in yoghurt. Besides, inulin has different effects on AFM1 binding ability of each probiotic bacteria strain.\nKeywords: aflatoxin M1, inulin, probiotics, storage\n8 The Effect of Parameters on Production of N\u0130O\/Al2O3\/B2O3\/SiO2 Composite Nanofibers by Using Sol-Gel Processing and Electrospinning Technique\nAuthors: F. Sevim, E. Sevimli, F. Demir, T. \u00c7alban\nFor the first time, nanofibers of PVA \/nickel nitrate\/silica\/alumina izopropoxide\/boric acid composite were prepared by using sol-gel processing and electrospinning technique. By high temperature calcinations of the above precursor fibers, nanofibers of NiO\/Al2O3\/B2O3\/SiO2 composite with diameters of 500 nm could be successfully obtained. The fibers were characterized by TG\/DTA, FT-IR, XRD and SEM analyses.\nKeywords: nano fibers, NiO\/Al2O3\/B2O3\/SiO2 composite, sol-gel processing, electro spinning\n7 Predicting Halal Food Consumption for Muslim Turkish Immigrants Living in Germany\nAuthors: Elif Eroglu Hall, Nurdan Sevim\nThe purposes of this research are to clarify the determinants of Muslim immigrants in consuming halal food by using components of Theory of Planned Behavior. The study was done by surveying Turkish immigrants living in Cologne Germany. The results of this study show that the intentions of Muslim Turkish immigrants in consuming halal food is influenced by attitude, subjective norms and perceived behavioral control.\nKeywords: halal food, immigrants, religion, theory of planned behavior\n6 Effect of the Experimental Conditions on the Adsorption Capacities in the Removal of Pb2+ from Aqueous Solutions by the Hydroxyapatite Nanopowders\nAuthors: Oral Lacin, Turan Calban, Fatih Sevim, Taner Celik\nIn this study, Pb2+ uptake by the hydroxyapatite nanopowders (n-Hap) from aqueous solutions was investigated by using batch adsorption techniques. The adsorption equilibrium studies were carried out as a function of contact time, adsorbent dosage, pH, temperature, and initial Pb2+ concentration. The results showed that the equilibrium time of adsorption was achieved within 60 min, and the effective pH was selected to be 5 (natural pH). The maximum adsorption capacity of Pb2+ on n-Hap was found as 565 mg.g-1. It is believed that the results obtained for adsorption may provide a background for the detailed mechanism investigations and the pilot and industrial scale applications.\nKeywords: nanopowders, hydroxyapatite, heavy metals, adsorption\n5 The Investigation of Precipitation Conditions of Chevreul's Salt\nAuthors: Turan \u00c7alban, Fatih Sevim, Oral La\u00e7in\nIn this study, the precipitation conditions of Chevreul's salt were evaluated. The structure of Chevreul's salt was examined by considering the previous studies. Thermodynamically, the most important precipitation parameters were pH, temperature, and sulphite-copper(II) ratio. The amount of Chevreul's salt increased with increasing the temperature and sulphite-copper(II) ratio at the certain range, while it increased with decreasing the pH value at the chosen range. The best solution medium for recovery of Chevreul's salt is sulphur dioxide gas-water system. Moreover, the soluble sulphite salts are used as efficient precipitating reagents. Chevreul's salt is generally used to produce the highly pure copper powders from synthetic copper sulphate solutions and impure leach solutions. When the pH of the initial ammoniacal solution is greater than 8.5, ammonia in the medium is not free, and Chevreul's salt from solution does not precipitate. In contrast, copper ammonium sulphide is precipitated. The pH of the initial solution containing ammonia for precipitating of Chevreul's salt must be less than 8.5.\nKeywords: Chevreul's salt, production, copper sulfites, copper compound\n4 Electrolyte Loaded Hexagonal Boron Nitride\/Polyacrylonitrile Nanofibers for Lithium Ion Battery Application\nAuthors: Umran Kurtan, Hamide Aydin, Sevim Unugur Celik, Ayhan Bozkurt\nIn the present work, novel hBN\/polyacrylonitrile composite nanofibers were produced via electrospinning approach and loaded with the electrolyte for rechargeable lithium-ion battery applications. The electrospun nanofibers comprising various hBN contents were characterized by using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) techniques. The influence of hBN\/PAN ratios onto the properties of the porous composite system, such as fiber diameter, porosity, and the liquid electrolyte uptake capability were systematically studied. Ionic conductivities and electrochemical characterizations were evaluated after loading electrospun hBN\/PAN composite nanofiber with liquid electrolyte, i.e., 1 M lithium hexafluorophosphate (LiPF6) in ethylene carbonate (EC)\/ethyl methyl carbonate (EMC) (1:1 vol). The electrolyte loaded nanofiber has a highest ionic conductivity of 10\u22123 S cm\u207b\u00b9 at room temperature. According to cyclic voltammetry (CV) results it exhibited a high electrochemical stability window up to 4.7 V versus Li+\/Li. Li\/\/10 wt% hBN\/PAN\/\/LiCO\u2082 cell was produced which delivered high discharge capacity of 144 mAhg\u207b\u00b9 and capacity retention of 92.4%. Considering high safety and low cost properties of the resulting hBN\/PAN fiber electrolytes, these materials can be suggested as potential separator materials for lithium-ion batteries.\nKeywords: hexagonal boron nitride, polyacrylonitrile, electrospinning, lithium ion battery\n3 The Chronological Changes between Law and Politics in Shi'i Understanding\nAuthors: Sumeyra Yakar\nThe idea of this research had its genesis from the writer's interest in Shi'i school and religio-political atmosphere in contemporary Iran. The research aims to identify how the past dynamics between political and legal figures and their relationship between each other affect contemporary relationship between political and religious authorities at the local and global level. It attempts to explore religio-politic Shi'i figures and their relationship with the official jurisprudence from the 15th century to the contemporary period. The mutual interaction between the opinion and acts of political figures and jurisprudential institutions enlightens the role of religious values to control the mass population. After the collapse of the Safaw\u012bd Dynasty, Shi'i believers lost their political guardian and legal independence, and the situation gave them the inspiration to create unique ideologies or political approaches to solve the governance crisis. The analysis of authoritative political figures and their scholastic contributions elucidate the connection between political powers and religious doctrines under the protection of sectarian oriented theocratic governments. Additionally, understanding the incremental influence of political (historical) Shi'i figures into religious doctrines shed lights on the chronological development of peculiar government style and authoritative hierarchy in contemporary Shi'i communities. The research as being interdisciplinary one offers to create an academic awareness between legal and political factors in Shi'i school of thought and encompasses political, religious, social, financial and cultural atmospheres of the countries in which the political figures lived. The Iranian regime enshrines the principle of vil\u0101y\u0101t-i faq\u012bh (guardianship of the jurist) which enables jurists to solve the conflict between law as an ideal system, in theory, and law in practice. The paper aims to show how the religious, educational system works in harmony with the governmental authorities with the concept of vil\u0101y\u0101t-i faq\u012bh in Iran and contributes to the creation of religious custom in the society. Contemporary relationship between the political figures and religious authorities in Iran will be explained by religio-legal dimensions. The methodology that will be applied by the study has been chosen in order to acquire information and deduce conclusions from the opinions of the scholars. Thus, the research method is mainly descriptive and qualitative. Three lines of description are pursued throughout the study; the explanation of political ideas belonging to the religio-political figures theoretically depending on written texts; the description of approaches adopted by contemporary Iranian and Saudi scholars relating to the legal systems (theoretically); and the explanation of the responses of governmental authorities.\nKeywords: clergy ('ulam\u0101), guardianship of the jurist (vil\u0101y\u0101t-i faq\u012bh), Iran, Shi'i figures\n2 Investigation of the Relationship between Digital Game Playing, Internet Addiction and Perceived Stress Levels in University Students\nAuthors: Sevim Ugur, Cemile Kutmec Yilmaz, Omer Us, Sevdenur Koksaldi\nAim: This study aims to investigate the effect of digital game playing and Internet addiction on perceived stress levels in university students. Method: The descriptive study was conducted through face-to-face interview method with a total of 364 university students studying at Aksaray University between November 15 and December 30, 2017. The research data were collected using personal information form, a questionnaire to determine the characteristics of playing digital game, the Internet addiction scale and the perceived stress scale. In the evaluation of the data, Mann-Whitney U test was used for two-group comparison of the sample with non-normal distribution, Kruskal-Wallis H-test was used in the comparison of more than two groups, and the Spearman correlation test was used to determine the relationship between Internet addiction and the perceived stress level. Results: It was determined that the mean age of the students participated in the study was 20.13 \u00b1 1.7 years, 67.6% was female, 35.7% was sophomore, and 62.1% had an income 500 TL or less. It was found that 83.5% of the students use the Internet every day and 70.6% uses the Internet for 5 hours or less per day. Of the students, 12.4% prefers digital games instead of spending time outdoors, 8% plays a game as the first activity in leisure time, 12.4% plays all day, 15.7% feels anger when he\/she is prevented from playing, 14.8% prefers playing games to get away from his\/her problems, 23.4% had his\/her school achievement affected negatively because of game playing, and 8% argues with family members due to the time spent for gaming. Students who play games on the computer for a long time were found to feel back pain (30.8%), headache (28.6%), insomnia (26.9%), dryness and pain in the eyes (26.6%), pain in the wrist (21.2%), feeling excessive tension and anger (16.2%), humpback (12.9), vision loss (9.6%) and pain in the wrist and fingers (7.4%). In our study, students' Internet addiction scale mean score was found to be 45.47 \u00b1 16.1 and mean perceived stress scale score was 28.56 \u00b1 2.7. A significant and negative correlation (p=0.037) was found between the total score of the Internet addiction scale and the total score of the perceived stress scale (r=-0.110). Conclusion: It was found in the study that Internet addiction and perceived stress of the students were at a moderate level and that there was a negative correlation between Internet addiction and perceived stress levels. Internet addiction was found to increase with the increasing perceived stress levels of students, and students were found to have health problems such as back pain, dryness in the eyes, pain, insomnia, headache, and humpback. Therefore, it is recommended to inform students about different coping methods other than spending time on the Internet to cope with the stress they perceive.\nKeywords: digital game, internet addiction, student, stress level\n1 The Connection between Qom Seminaries and Interpretation of Sacred Sources in Ja'far\u012b Jurisprudence\nAuthors: Sumeyra Yakar, Emine Enise Yakar\nIran presents itself as Islamic, first and foremost, and thus, it can be said that shar\u012b'a is the political and social centre of the states. However, actual practice reveals distinct interpretations and understandings of the shar\u012b'a. The research can be categorised inside the framework of logic in Islamic law and theology. The first task of this paper will be to identify how the shar\u012b'a is understood in Iran by mapping out how the judges apply the law in their respective jurisdictions. The attention will then move from a simple description of the diversity of shar\u012b'a understandings to the question of how that diversity relates to social concepts and cultures. This, of course, necessitates a brief exploration of Iran's historical background which will also allow for an understanding of sectarian influences and the significance of certain events. The main purpose is to reach an understanding of the process of applying sources to formulate solutions which are in accordance with shar\u012b'a and how religious education is pursued in order to become official judges. Ultimately, this essay will explore the attempts to gain an understanding by linking the practices to the secondary sources of Islamic law. It is important to emphasise that these cultural components of Islamic law must be compatible with the aims of Islamic law and their fundamental sources. The shar\u012b'a consists of more than just legal doctrines (fiqh) and interpretive activities (ijtih\u0101d). Its contextual and theoretical framework reveals a close relationship with cultural and historical elements of society. This has meant that its traditional reproduction over time has relied on being embedded into a highly particular form of life. Thus, as acknowledged by pre-modern jurists, the shar\u012b'a encompasses a comprehensive approach to the requirements of justice in legal, historical and political contexts. In theological and legal areas that have the specific authority of tradition, Iran adheres to Sh\u012ba' doctrine, and this explains why the Sh\u012ba' religious establishment maintains a dominant position in matters relating to law and the interpretation of shar\u012b'a. The statements and interpretations of the tradition are distinctly different from sunn\u012b interpretations, and so the use of different sources could be understood as the main reason for the discrepancies in the application of shar\u012b'a between Iran and other Muslim countries. The shar\u012b'a has often accommodated prevailing customs; moreover, it has developed legal mechanisms to all for its adaptation to particular needs and circumstances in society. While jurists may operate within the realm of governance and politics, the moral authority of the shar\u012b'a ensures that these actors legitimate their actions with reference to God's commands. The Iranian regime enshrines the principle of vil\u0101y\u0101t-i faq\u012bh (guardianship of the jurist) which enables jurists to solve the conflict between law as an ideal system, in theory, and law in practice. The paper aims to show how the religious, educational system works in harmony with the governmental authorities with the concept of vil\u0101y\u0101t-i faq\u012bh in Iran and contributes to the creation of religious custom in the society.\nKeywords: guardianship of the jurist (vil\u0101y\u0101t-i faq\u012bh), imitation (taql\u012bd), seminaries (hawza), Shi'i jurisprudence","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Career Contact Legal Notices SHQ| ENG| SRB\nAbout Limak Holding\nAbout ADLMS\nIntegrated Management System Policy\nSafety and Safety Reporting Form\nComplaints and Complaint Form\nRead Before the Flight\nAirlines Destination\nUnifree\nCIP and 17\/02 Lounge\nInformation & Lost and Found\nSpecial Assistance Service\nAirport Facts\nSlot Coordination\nPRISHTINA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT \"ADEM JASHARI\" REACHES 2 MILLION PASSENGERS\nPosted in News on Dec 03, 2018\nPrishtina, 3 December 2018 \u2013 Prishtina International Airport \"Adem Jashari\" has reached today a record figure by serving the 2nd millionth passenger of this year. A solemn ceremony was held in the terminal of PIA \"Adem Jashari\" on this occasion of reaching this significant milestone, whereby the 2nd millionth passenger has been awarded with a return ticket and a CIP card.\nThis figure has been reached for the first time since the opening of Prishtina Airport and comes as a result of the constant dedication of Limak company in providing facilities for the airlines, enabling the most advanced infrastructure as well as additional services at the airport, aiming to keep the passenger satisfaction at the highest level.\n\"Our airport's number of passengers is growing continuously, at the same time we are keeping our customer's satisfaction at the highest level. All of these results are showing that Pristina International Airport is one of the most successful privatization projects of Europe\" \u2013 stated Gokmen Aritay, Director of Operations at PIA \"Adem Jashari\".\nOver 2 million and 150 thousand passengers are expected to use PIA \"Adem Jashari\" until the end of the year. The additional destinations have had an impact in the fast growth of passengers' figures during the last years.\nOn the other hand, the new destinations planned as well as the stationing of Germania's aircraft in Pristina Airport next year, are expected to further have an impact on the continual of this growth trend.\nGermania Airlines will station an Airbus A319 at the airport Pristina\nPosted in News on Nov 02, 2018\nBERLIN\/PRISTINA \u2013 02. November 2018\nAs of March 31, 2019, the independent German airline Germania will station an Airbus A319 with 150 seats at the airport of the Pristina the capital city of Kosovo. In cooperation with Air Prishtina, the airline will then further expand its existing local offer at the start of the summer season 2019 and, among others, open new connections from Pristina to Stuttgart, Hamburg and Hanover. The existing routes to and from Munich, D\u00fcsseldorf, Basel-Mulhouse and Verona will continue to be offered.\nGermania and Air Prishtina today presented their plans for the coming year to the local press at a press conference. Present was also His Excellency Christian Heldt, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany in Pristina, who commented on the plans of the two companies as follows: \"With almost 300,000 passengers in 2017, Germania is number one at Pristina Airport. I hope that with the additional flights that Germania now handles from its base here at Pristina Airport, Germany will soon be the destination and starting point for the passengers. I am proud and happy that a German airline is taking on this important role and would soon like to train and work with Kosovar cabin crew and other local staff.\"\nSieghard J\u00e4hn, Member of the Board of the Germania Group, praised in particular the good cooperation with Air Prishtina: \"The partnership between Germania and Air Prishtina is close and trustful. Both companies benefit greatly from the further expansion of our cooperation. The enormous importance of Air Prishtina here in the region is an important key for Germania to open up further markets.\"\nGermania and Air Prishtina have been working together since 2012 on routes between Germany and Kosovo. Leyla Ibrahimi, CEO of Air Prishtina, commented: \"With the stationing of a machine in Pristina, Air Prishtina is a specialist in this market in order to be able to develop and expand its flights and operation. It is the logical consequence of a long-standing and trusting cooperation based on flexibility and short decision-making processes.\"\nAn important partner in the region is the Pristina International Airport. CEO Haldun Firan K\u00f6kt\u00fcrk looks forward to the deployment of the Germania aircraft: On behalf of the entire team of Limak Kosovo International Airport, we are pleased to give a Germania machine a second home! This is an important step for Germania, our airport and the Republic of Kosovo. The successful continuation of our cooperation with Germania ensures that our passengers will be able to choose from an ever-increasing number of destinations and that our passenger numbers will continue to increase as a result.\"\nClaus Altenburg, Sales Director of Germania Airline, on the deployment of the Airbus A319 in Pristina: \"In 2019 we expect a further increase in demand for flights from Kosovo, especially to Germany. With the stationing of an aircraft in Pristina Germania is together with Air Prishtina well prepared. This allows us to respond quickly to new developments at any time.\"\nIt is planned to recruit flight attendants, which Germania needs for the machine stationed in Pristina in the coming weeks and months in Kosovo. So not only travelers on the way to friends and relatives will benefit, but also the local labor market should benefit from the expansion. Interested people from Kosovo can apply under the following e-mail address: bewerbung@germania.aero.\nThe fourth generation of Limak Airport Services Institute has graduated\nPosted in News on Oct 12, 2018\nPristina, 12 October 2018 \u2013 With a solemn ceremony held in Bogazici University in Istanbul, Turkey, the fourth generation of Limak Airport Services Institute has graduated. The thirty students of this generation have officially completed the training part from Bogazici Univeristy and ENAC institute, thus managing to successfully certify in airport services.\n\"As the largest investor in Kosovo, we are ready to serve the country in the best way. This is the reason we have established Limak Airport Services Institute; because we think that Kosovar young people are very valuable, and they are ready to serve their country if they are given the chance\" \u2013 said on this occasion Ebru \u00d6zdemir, Limak Investment Chairperson of the Board.\nHaldun Firat K\u00f6kt\u00fcrk, CEO of Limak Kosovo International Airport also adressed to the attandends. \"Our Airport is now buzzing with youth, just as the country of Kosovo is. This is what our visitors see when they first land to the country, highly professional well educated young people, fluent in numerous international languages and able to provide the best airport services\" \u2013 stated K\u00f6kt\u00fcrk.\nLimak Airport Services Institute is the design of success, a path to show that excellence does exist. It is established within Limak Kosovo International Airport to support the best students of University of Prishtina, to create the prospect of being a part of one of the most successful companies in Kosovo and encourage the youth that success is created solely from educational efforts and self-commitment. The program was initiated by Limak Kosovo International Airport and is implemented in cooperation with the University of Prishtina 'Hasan Prishtina', Bogazici University from Turkey and ENAC Institute in France.\nAfter the certification, the students are given the opportunity to become part of the paid internship program at a number of departments within the Prishtina International Airport 'Adem Jashari' while the best ones are offered employment.\nLimak starts investments in Skopje\nPosted in News on Sep 28, 2018\nPristina, 28 September 2018 \u2013 Limak company which manages Pristina International Airport \"Adem Jashari\" has officially begun the realization of the project which foresees the construction of a business-housing complex and an underground road in Skopje. The 250 million USD project is foreseen to be completed within the next 40 months and includes a business complex, mall, hotel, and parking lots. \"This is our first project in Macedonia, a country where we feel at home. We are always searching for possibilities to invest here, because we believe in the qualified workforce and economic trends\", said Limak board member Serdar Bacaksiz.\nLimak planes to complete the underground road in 22 months and the entire complex will be completed in 40 months. The project will be built with high standards, fitting the Museum of the City of Skopje.\nPIA \"Adem Jashari\" reduces the emitted carbon level by 23%\nPosted in News on Aug 17, 2018\nPRISTINA, 17 August 2018 \u2013 The development of environment-friendly practices in order to protect the environment remains one of the hardest challenges in the aviation industry. Being aware of the corporates' impact on the environment they operate at, the Limak company that manages PIA \"Adem Jashari\" has been implementing managing programs that have contributed on the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions for several years. In addition, PIA \"Adem Jashari\" has deepened its cooperation with other partners by encouraging them to be part of these programs so that all together can contribute to a cleaner environment.\nAs a result, Airport Carbon Accreditation has upgraded PIA \"Adem Jashari\" at the third level (Optimization) for successful management of gases. Through these eco-friendly policies, it has been achieved the reduction of carbon per passenger by 23% (ton CO2 \/ passenger), while in total it has been reduced by 6% (ton CO2). The upgrade of PIA \"Adem Jashari\" at the third level of this program places it among 19-member airports from 10 different European countries.\nAirport Carbon Accreditation is a program administered by the international advisory company WSP Parsons Brinckerhoff, appointed by the International Airport Council in Europe, which represents about 500 airports from 45 European countries.\nPristina Airport provides trainings authorized by IATA and Swiss\nPosted in News on Jul 27, 2018\nPRISTINA \u2013 27 July 2018 - In order for companies to keep pace with the frequent changes in the aviation world, largely resulting from advanced technological developments, it is more than necessary for the staff to be trained in line with the changes that have been made. Therefore, the Training Centre of Limak company which manages PIA \"Adem Jashari\" has already been commissioned by the International Air Transport Association - IATA for providing training services to other members of the aviation industry.\nMore than nine different courses certified by IATA are provided by specialized instructors of PIA \"Adem Jashari\" who are experienced in this field so that the highest quality services are offered to people interested. On the other hand, Pristina Airport offers also approved training by Swiss International Air Lines and Swiss European Air Lines. Trainings can be carried out in the premises of ANP \"Adem Jashari\" or in the location where the interested ones seek.\nThe International Air Transport Association which was established in 1945, is one of the most important aviation organizations that aims to promote the safety, security, reliability and favorable services to all air traffic travelers, relying on cooperation between airlines. Today it counts 280-member airlines from 120 different countries around the world.\nThe Training Center of PIA \"Adem Jashari\" currently offers more than 30 professional courses including trainings on dangerous goods, and all are incompliance with the requirements of IATA, ICAO, ISAGO and approved by the Civil Aviation Authority Kosovo\nPristina Airport invests in latest technology systems for passenger processing\nPrishtina, 7 July 2018 - In order to increase efficiency in operations, avoidance of delays and consequently increase passenger satisfaction, Limak company which manages Prishtina International Airport \"Adem Jashari\" has now implemented the most advanced systems for processing passengers and their luggage. Thanks to the Amadeus Alt\u00e9a Ground Handler Departure Control solution (DCS) as well as the Amadeus' cloud-based Baggage Reconciliation System, Pristina Airport has reduced operational costs by 20 percent over the past two months, and at the same time has increased the performance of passenger handling and handling of aircrafts on the ground.\n\"As we continue to grow our passenger numbers, open new routes and attract airlines, it is vital that we operate a cost efficient, agile and reliable operations, underpinned by a fully integrated suite of solutions. That is why we have chosen both the Amadeus Alt\u00e9a Ground Handler Departure Control and Amadeus BRS solutions. Working with Amadeus supports us in our mission to provide a sustainable, safe and secure environment and to increase the service level quality for our customers continuously. I'm also pleased that thanks to these solutions our operational costs are falling, while keeping our airlines customers happy too.\" \u2013 said G\u00f6kmen Aritay, Director of Operations at Limak Kosovo Internaitonal Airport J.S.C.\n\"We are thrilled that one of the most successful and innovative airports in the Balkans, known for its operational excellence and commitment to customer services, has adopted solutions which are further enhancing the quality and efficiency of core airport operations. These improvements are already driving down costs and ensuring a less stressful experience for passengers.\" \u2013 stated Yannick Beunardeau, Head of Airport IT EMEA at Amadeus.\nPIA \"Adem Jashari\" has been awarded the prize for Responsible Business by Peer Awards\nPristina, 3 July 2018\u2013 In a ceremony held by \"Peer Awards for Excellence\" in London of United Kingdom, Pristina International Airport was awarded the prize for Responsible Business for the impact on the society of the country where it operates.\nThe continuous commitment to environmental protection including the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions, water and waste treatments, transparent recruitment processes, new services that have had impact on passenger satisfaction such as \"Airport Helper\", and the implementation of the most advanced safety and handling systems for aircraft and passengers, have been the jury's points that have put PIA \"Adem Jashari\" on the list of companies who are most responsible to society.\nPristina International Airport \"Adem Jashari\" has for several years been on the list of airports with the highest performance in Europe and has received dozens of awards for efficiency in operations and corporate responsibility.\nPIA \"Adem Jashari\" organizes artistic competition for children\nPosted in News on Jun 01, 2018\nPristina, 1 June 2018 \u2013 On the occasion of the International Children's Day, PIA \"Adem Jashari\" organized a competition for the best artistic painting\/project, where all children from 6 to 11 years had right to participate.\nUnder the rhythms of music and performance of entertainment groups, children had the opportunity to show their creativity in the exhibition held at PIA \"Adem Jashari\" premises. The event has been decorated even more with the songs and poems of children, who had come organized together with their teachers.\nIn order to support and motivate children to develop their artistic creativity, the best paintings and other art pieces have been awarded while presents were given to all participators as well. Limak company which manages Pristina International Airport \"Adem Jashari\" is supporting in continuity CSR projects. In addition to involving children in these kind of events, the airport has been organizing visits for children for many years, where they have the opportunity to learn more about aviation.\nGermania Connects European Capitals: Inaugural Flights between Paris and Pristina\nPosted in News on Mar 28, 2018\nBERLIN\/PRISTINA \u2013 28 March 2018\u2013 Today, independent airline Germania operated its first flights between the two capital cities of Kosovo and France. This afternoon, the incoming flight from Paris was greeted in Pristina with the traditional water salute. \"Expanding the VFR network (Visiting Friends & Relatives) is central to Germania's strategy. It does not only focus on connections to popular holiday destinations and charter flights, but also on out-of-the-ordinary routes,\" said Germania Group representative Urs A. Pelizzoni during the ceremony at Pristina International Airport. \"Flights to and from Pristina have for a long time been an important part of this strategy.\" Another new Germania connection between Pristina and the Danish capital Copenhagen was started on Friday, March 23.\nThere is a close sales cooperation for the Germania connections to Paris and Copenhagen with Air Prishtina. The two companies have been collaborating on flights to and from Pristina since 2012. Leyla Ibrahimi, CEO of Air Prishtina, comments: \"Due to our high service standards and routes that are geared towards the needs of our passengers, we have established ourselves as a reliable carrier in Pristina and will continue to extend our network. The new routes to Paris and Copenhagen are an important milestone in this development.\" Air Prishtina furthermore offers flights to Munich, Dusseldorf, Stuttgart, Verona, Milan, Basel, Geneva, and Zurich. Haldun Firat Kokturk, CEO of Pristina International Airport, also looks forward to the new route: \"It is an immense pleasure to connect the two capital cities of Kosovo and France by Germania. It is a continuity of the many new routes launched lately offered to our customer by the same airline.\" In addition to affordable tickets, high quality standards and good reliability, Germania also offers an enjoyable flight experience: the cabins feature comfortable seats and innovative ambient lighting. Furthermore, every passenger benefits from a 20-kg baggage allowance and 6 kg of cabin baggage.\nTickets from Pristina to Paris or Copenhagen and vice versa are available from just 69 euros one-way and can be booked online at www.flygermania.com, by calling +49 30 610 818 000 (standard rate from German landlines, mobile phone charges may vary), with Air Prishtina at www.airprishtina.com, by calling +33 1 700 69 899 (France) or +45 78 793 188 (Denmark) (standard landline rates, available 24\/7). Tickets for flights from Pristina to various other destinations can also be booked with Air Prishtina. All prices quoted include tax and fees, as well as the legally-required air travel surcharge.\n\u00a9 Limak Kosovo International Airport J.S.C . All Rights Reserved","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Russia's New ' Nuclear Torpedo ' Can Create Giant Tsunamis And Wipe Out Entire Coastal Cities\nPosted on November 18, 2015 Author Michael Snyder 1\nWhile the eyes of the world are on ISIS, Russia is creating weapons unlike anything the world has ever seen before. Plans for a giant self-propelled nuclear torpedo that can create a giant tsunami more than 1,000 feet tall were recently \"leaked by mistake\" by the Russian media. Apparently the warheads on these torpedos are designed to create so much radiation \"that everything living will be killed\" \u2013 including those that try to survive the attack by hiding in underground shelters.\nThese \"robotic mini-submarines\" would have a range of up to 10,000 kilometers and would be able to evade all existing U.S. detection systems. To say that such a weapon would be a \"game changer\" would be a massive understatement.\nI know that you are not just going to take my word for any of this. So like I do in all of my articles, I am going to carefully document what I am saying.\nThe reason why we know about the plans for this new nuclear torpedo is because they were displayed on Russian state television for a few moments during a recent broadcast. According to Russian officials, this was an \"accident\". The following comes from a report in the Independent\u2026\nSecret plans for a new Russian nuclear torpedo system have been shown on state-controlled television in what the Kremlin said was an accident.\nA close-up of a confidential document detailing \"Ocean Multipurpose System: Status-6\" was broadcast for several seconds by Channel One Russia and NTV during coverage of a meeting between Vladimir Putin and military officials.\nCould it be possible that this \"accident\" happened on purpose?\nCould it be possible that it was intended as a warning for the Obama administration?\nBut without a doubt, this is the kind of weapon that would keep military planners up at night. According to RT, this new nuclear torpedo is designed to create \"extensive zones of radioactive contamination\" that would ensure that no \"military, economic, business or other activity\" would occur in that area for a very long time\u2026\nThe presentation slide titled \"Ocean Multipurpose System: Status-6\" showed some drawings of a new nuclear submarine weapons system. It is apparently designed to bypass NATO radars and any existing missile defense systems, while also causing heavy damage to \"important economic facilities\" along the enemy's coastal regions.\nThe footnote to the slide stated that Status-6 is intended to cause \"assured unacceptable damage\" to an adversary force. Its detonation \"in the area of the enemy coast\" would result in \"extensive zones of radioactive contamination\" that would ensure that the region would not be used for \"military, economic, business or other activity\" for a \"long time.\"\nIn addition, Konstantin Sivkov of the Russian Geopolitical Academy told the BBC that this kind of weapon could be used to create a tsunami more than 1,000 feet high\u2026\n\"A warhead of up to 100 megatons could produce a tsunami up to 500m (1,650ft) high, wiping out all living things 1,500km (930 miles) deep inside US territory\"\nAs I have written about previously, a whopping 39 percent of all Americans live in counties that directly border a shoreline. The detonation of just a handful of these weapons could wipe out the entire east coast and kill off a very substantial percentage of the U.S. population.\nOn top of all that, the BBC is reporting that a state-run Russian publication is suggesting that these new torpedos are being fitted with extremely radioactive cobalt warheads\u2026\nAccording to state-run Rossiiskaya Gazeta, the destructive power attributed to the new torpedo's warhead would fit the description of a cobalt bomb.\nThat would be a type of thermonuclear warhead with a layer of cobalt-59, which on detonation would be transmuted into highly radioactive cobalt-60 with a half-life longer than five years.\nSuch a weapon would guarantee \"that everything living will be killed\", the paper said \u2013 there would not even be any survivors in bunkers.\nA cobalt bomb has never been tested because of the devastating radiation it would unleash.\nWorst of all, we would have no advance warning that these torpedos were coming. They can be launched from anywhere, they reportedly have a range of up to 10,000 kilometers, and they are designed to \"avoid all acoustic tracking devices and other traps\"\u2026\nOn the diagram the giant torpedo's range is given as \"up to 10,000km\" (6,200 miles) and depth of trajectory is \"up to 1,000m\" (3,300ft).\nIt was developed by Rubin, a submarine design bureau in St Petersburg.\nIt would, apparently, be launched by nuclear-powered submarines of the 09852 \"Belgorod\" and 09851 \"Khabarovsk\" series.\nRossiiskaya Gazeta called the torpedo a \"robotic mini-submarine\", travelling at 100 knots (185km\/h; 115mph), which would \"avoid all acoustic tracking devices and other traps\".\nWe already know that Russia has been building \"black hole submarines\" that NATO officials admit are undetectable.\nSo Russia already has the capability to approach our coastlines without us even knowing about it.\nBut these new nuclear torpedos take the game to an entirely new level.\nAnd of course this is not the only new weapons system that Russia has been developing in anticipation of World War III. Earlier this year, I discussed several more in an article entitled \"The Next-Generation Weapons That Russia Will Use Against The United States In World War III\".\nSadly, the Obama administration seems almost totally oblivious to this threat. Our strategic nuclear forces are so outdated that floppy disks and rotary phones are still being used, and Barack Obama is fond of saying that \"the Cold War's been over for 20 years\".\nUnfortunately for us, the Russians do not see things the same way. Anti-American sentiment inside Russia is at an all-time high, and every time the U.S. interferes in Syria or Ukraine the Russians get even angrier.\nJust like we do, there are \"talking heads\" on Russian television that tell people what to think. And many of these \"talking heads\" on Russian television are openly talking about how war with the United States is inevitable. These days, the Russians consider themselves to be the great force for good in the world, and they consider America to be the great force for evil in the world. In fact, one of their most popular talking heads named Alexander Dugin has publicly called the U.S. the \"kingdom of the Antichrist\".\nAnd even though the Russian economy has dipped into recession, the Russians continue to feverishly prepare for war. This year alone, Russian military spending is up 33 percent.\nYes, ISIS is a far greater threat than most Americans would even dare to imagine as I discussed yesterday. In the times to come, I fully expect to see terror attacks inside this country unlike anything we have ever seen before.\nBut I am completely convinced that the greater long-term strategic threat is Russia.\nThe Russians are feverishly preparing for World War III while Barack Obama acts like it could never possibly happen.\nHopefully Obama is right, because if he is wrong the consequences for this nation will be absolutely unthinkable.\nSource: theeconomiccollapseblog.com\nOTHER USEFUL RESOURCES!\nUS Water Revolution (Generate Your Clean Water Anywhere)\nAlive After The Fall (Key Survival Situation Procedures and Knowledge )\nMega Drought USA:(Discover The Amazing Device That Turns Air Into Water)-DIY\nSurvive The End Days (Biggest Cover Up Of Our President)\nSurvival MD (Best Post SHTF Medical Survival Guide Ever)\nBlackout USA (EMP survival and preparedness guide)\nBullet Proof Home (A Prepper's Guide in Safeguarding a Home )\nBackyard Innovator (All Year Round Source Of Fresh Meat,Vegetables And Clean Drinking Water)-DIY\nConquering the coming collapse (Financial advice and preparedness )\nLiberty Generator (Easy DIY to build your own off-grid free energy device)\nBackyard Liberty (Easy and cheap DIY Aquaponic system to grow your organic and living food bank)\nFamily Self Defense (Best Self Defense Strategies For You And Your Family)\nSold Out After Crisis (Best 37 Items To Hoard For A Long Term Crisis)\nWritten by: Michael Snyder on November 18, 2015.\nLast revised by: James Cole\nCategory: EMP, NEWS Tag: Create Giant Tsunamis And Wipe Out Entire Coastal Cities, Nuclear Torpedo, Russia's New ' Nuclear Torpedo 1 Comment\nPrevious PostHow To Make A Wood Gas Stove For Your Bug Out Bag\nNext Post15 Skills That Will Make You Priceless In A Post SHTF Barter World\nOne Reply to \"Russia's New ' Nuclear Torpedo ' Can Create Giant Tsunamis And Wipe Out Entire Coastal Cities\"\nMethane says:\nSounds like Putin is trying to do the same thing we did with Star Wars technology that scared them to the bargaining table with President Reagan.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Repository & Archiving\nIndexing & Acknowledgments\nAuthor charges\nVol. 11 No. 1 (2013): Capability; Skills, Capabilities and Education: The Day After the Welfare Crisis \/\nCertification of skills as \"freedom of action\"\nGiorgio Riello\nIn the current debate on European policies in the field of employment the concept of flexicurity plays a predominant role as a form of balance between the need for flexibility of employers and the need for safety of workers.\nCertification of skills is part of the active policies that favour processes\nof flexicurity. However, the active policies should not only be understood as a simple type of compensatory social protection for a flexible labour force, but also aimed at supporting the empowerment and capabilities of the subject.\nFI21_SS1_2013_Riello (Italiano)\nRiello, G. (2014). Certification of skills as \"freedom of action\". Formazione & Insegnamento, 11(1), 277\u2013288. Retrieved from https:\/\/ojs.pensamultimedia.it\/index.php\/siref\/article\/view\/668\nVol. 11 No. 1 (2013): Capability; Skills, Capabilities and Education: The Day After the Welfare Crisis\nAuthors that publish in Formazione & insegnamento accept the following conditions:\nAuthors keep their copy rights for their work and give the journal only the right of first publication and distribution of it. Concurrently, the work is licensed under Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0), which allows others to share their work porovided they attribute it to their original author and acknowledge its first appearance in this journal.\nAuthors might engage in other licensing agreements, provided such agreements are non exclusive regarding the distribution of the published work (e.g., place a copy in a physical institutional repository, or publish it in a book). In this case, the authors must acknowledge in the new version of the work that it was first published on this journal.\nAuthors may distribute their accepted manuscripts (pre-print) online (e.g., online repositories, personal website) during the publication process. This is allowed because it is the source of informed exchange with peers and increases the value of the published work. Please be aware that the distribution and dissemination to peer and through archives does not constitute a \"publication\" in a volume belonging to a series (ISSN): Formazione & insegnamento publishes previously unpublished works.\nGiorgio Riello, \"Skills certification\" Their significance for teachers' didactic action , Formazione & insegnamento: Vol. 9 No. 3 Suppl. (2011): Pedagogical Knowledge and Teachers' Education\nGiorgio Riello, The role of skills in educational and training systems , Formazione & insegnamento: Vol. 10 No. 2 (2012): New Educational Policies in Global Economy\nManuela Gallerani, Maria Sangiuliano, Giorgio Riello, Recensioni , Formazione & insegnamento: Vol. 10 No. 2 (2012): New Educational Policies in Global Economy\nFormazione & insegnamento\nRegistrazione del Tribunale di Venezia N\u00b0 1439 del 11\/02\/2003","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Guardian Misplaces Blame for Deforestation Problem on Hispaniola\nThe film \"Death By A Thousand Cuts\" will premiere on the 1st of October at the Raindance Film Festival in London. I've been waiting to see some of the positions of the film's directors.\nI happened to glance in a recently published article by the Guardian what this non Dominican makes of all of this. I'm particularly over-protective when non-Dominicans create content like a film and control our narrative, especially with all the defamation we face. In the first paragraph of the Guardian's article you find the word \"xenophobia,\" which is always used against Dominicans.\nThe article goes on to speak about how the two nations have managed their natural resources, and so on. The deforestation images from the border go back to the 80's. The Dominican Republic has protected its forests very well. Satellite images show one very green side to the Island, while the other side looks desolate.\nI think something Mr. Jake Kheel said was interesting. He said that \"inequality\" of resources was creating violent conflicts. Keyword \"inequality,\" which to some may hint at unfair, and of course racial undertones.\nHowever, is this inequality the fault of the Dominicans? No, it is not! A lot of regular folks and those in the media seem to feel that the Dominicans are responsible for Haiti's current problems. The DR is not the global scapegoat for whatever happened after the 2010 earthquake, or before it.\nHowever, some people will have it no other way, even at the expense of poor Dominicans, who already have enough problems with which to contend.\nThe article then goes on to quote an NGO leader who alleges that racial patriotism is the cause of the tensions on the border, saying that Dominicans see themselves as Spanish and White, while the Haitians are seen as black, French and are associated with voodoo. She also said, in not so many words, that the Dominican ruling elite keep this rhetoric alive.\nHowever, I beg to differ on this... patriotism is not the cause of deforestation in Haiti: negligence and misuse of natural resources is. As more and more Haitians come to the other side of the island, it is logical that Dominicans will have their guard up, because, as Mr. Kheel said, this inequality brings violence.\nAfter slavery was abolished in the US, former slavers came in to do business, with several American companies importing a massive number of black workers from the West Indies to work the sugar plantations.\nDominicans weren't hired in their own country because of cheap foreign labor. And this was at the inception of the small nation. You see how capitalism works? The new hustle is deforestation of the other side of the island. All of this going on while the country is being inundated with illegal immigration. Mr. Kheel said he would like to see \"bi-national\" action stopping the problem. However, this feels like more of the fusionist agenda to me. It reeks of \"justify and blame.\"\nThere's no accountability, it sounds more like Its all the Dominicans' fault. Hopefully, the film isn't as bad as the Guardian quotes.\nBy: El Conde\nBy Abreu Report on Saturday, September 24, 2016","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"\u00ab Weakness, too, is divine | Articles on Israel | Autonomy and Jewishness \u00bb\nposted in military matters\nArabs: jail or gallows?\nAmong the US Marine Corps' many slogans is this: There is no encirclement, but there are situations in which you can shoot in any direction. This logic also applies to Israeli prisoner releases, which cannot be even called exchanges.\nSure, the Shalit release is the most heinous of them all. Not because of the sheer number of terrorists released\u2014there had been larger exchanges. And not because murderers are being released\u2014previous governments have released Palestinian murderers too, and criminal law recognizes little difference between murderers and those who failed at carrying out a murder. The real difference lies in the number of high-profile terrorists released, Israel's conscious choice to inject them into the Palestinian political process to the detriment of moderates, and Israeli hypocrisy in hiding that outrageous fact by demanding their exile, which would be short-lived in any case.\nChief of staff Ashkenazi, really a simple-minded soldier appointed by the political elite for that very reason, blindly adhered to the army's dogma of leaving no soldier or corpse thereof behind. Like most slogans, this one sounds great, but its application to real life is dreadful. Soldiers die or risk their lives in suicidally risky missions. A country which sends its soldiers to their likely deaths has obviously washed its hands regarding any particular soldier. It is immoral but nonetheless true that soldiers have obligations to society, but not vice versa. If anything, the society must assure its soldiers that the lethal risks they take are not in vain. That guarantee fully applies to the tens of thousands of soldiers and policemen who detained the terrorists who will be exchanged for Shalit. A legalistic society shows its low regard for soldiers when it sends them to detain known terrorists instead of bombing their nests, which would be safer for Israelis. The ideal of leaving no man behind does not square with IDF's practice of endangering them for political reasons. Now, if soldiers are constantly endangered and sacrificed for political reasons, then that policy must apply to all of them equally. Ashkenazi himself would consider successful an operation in which we detained several terrorists of the highest standing and hundreds of trash-prisoners at the cost of only one Israeli soldier lost. So why not lose Shalit now and keep the terrorists jailed?\nOk, Ashkenazi simple-mindedly clings to a slogan, but what about politically astute Barak and Netanyahu: why do they accede to the exchange? They know that the deal is really about a few valued prisoners, the others being on the list only to mislead Israeli and Palestinian public opinion. Israelis, presumably, will react less negatively if the release of high-profile terrorists is watered down by hundreds of minor security prisoners. Palestinians will be happy to see hundreds of their own released; in a society of extended families, the return of a thousand prisoners would make a hundred thousand of their relatives happy. In the best-case scenario we would expect a devilish Israeli plan to undermine Palestinian moderates and stall the peace process. That is not the case. Nor is it about justice for Shalit as an Israeli citizen, for justice is thus denied to the victims' families, who are no less citizens than Shalit's. Looking at Colonel Klein and other Israelis arrested abroad on semiofficial business, the government is not concerned about its kidnapped subjects. The case is not about connections, either. Shalit's family is well connected, but so are the families of the Park Hotel victims whose murderer is prominent on the exchange list.\nThe government is not concerned with a soldier's life: indeed it would be more convenient for everyone concerned if that corporal had the guts to commit suicide. By now he would have been forgotten, just like his comrades who were killed in the same ambush. Nor is Shalit of any practical importance to the army, as was Tannenbaum, who was privy to one of our most important military secrets.\nFor the answer look at the most prominent terrorist ever released\u2014Arafat. Technically, Israelis started talking to him after he agreed to renounce terrorism. In practice there were many indirect contacts before Oslo, and after Oslo Arafat continued to support terrorists. Israel has supported many terrorists besides Arafat. I'm not referring to Israel nurturing Hamas in a shortsighted attempt to set it up against Fatah. Quite simply, the terrorists were on Arafat's payroll but the payroll had been financed by milking Israeli consumers via the infamous tax transfers. Back to the point, Israel didn't put Arafat the arch-terrorist in jail, though our tanks were stationed meters from his bunker for years.\nA similar attitude pervades Israeli relations with other terrorist leaders. Decades ago, Hamas and Hezbollah leaders used to hide from us. Not anymore. They travel officially as do Ahmadinajead and Rafsanjani, whose planes could and should be shot down. At the apogee of infamy, Israel allowed two thousand known terrorists to attend a conference in Bethlehem \u2013 and missed the chance to bomb them all. What indeed is the point of keeping thousands of easily replaceable rank and file terrorists in jail while the top dogs remain free?\nThe Israeli government is so immersed in negotiations and business dealings with Palestinians that it has stopped regarding them as enemies. It treats this war of religions as a matter of police enforcement against criminals. Naturally, criminals are lowly folks. Leaders just cannot be criminals. Criminal enforcement must be prosecuted cautiously. Thus the Israeli refusal to worsen the prison terms for jailed terrorists. They claim there would be an international outcry. Nonsense. Only fringe leftist groups would mar their reputations by defending jailed terrorists, and those groups have no shortage of reasons for lambasting Israel regardless of the conditions in her jails. Besides, Israel can worsen the terms while remaining well within the internationally prescribed limits, even though no other country adheres to them. There is no prisoner's right to satellite TV, cellular phones, and pocket money at taxpayers' expense. The real reason the government keeps jail conditions so resort-like, better for Arab terrorists than Jewish criminals, is that it strives to emphasize that Palestinians are mere criminals\u2014indeed especially protected foreign criminals\u2014rather than enemies who would deserve the harshest treatment. For if Palestinians are principled enemies, then what is the basis for diplomacy and internationally popular peace efforts?\nAnd here we come to the Marines' motto. This war cannot be prosecuted in police terms, with arrests, court justice, term sentences, and releases. It is futile to distinguish between murderers, would-be murderers, logistical supporters, and masterminds. They are not criminals of varying degrees. In fact they are not criminals at all, but respectable enemy soldiers who must be killed by whatever means available. In refusing to release Israeli Arab terrorists along with their Palestinian counterparts the government reiterated the point that while other Palestinian terrorists are criminals (thus jailed rather than interned), the Israeli Arab terrorists are all the more criminal and cannot be treated to the military privilege of prisoner exchange.\nAll of them are good Arabs. All of them detest their Jewish benefactors the way Maccabean Jews detested our Greek benefactors. And the Torah says that all of them must be killed.\nPrint This Post Email This Post\nLife is not paramount\nPalestinians: POWs or criminals?\nPrisoner exchanges and the common sense\nPrisoners are not worth trading\nSocial side of jails\n3 Responses to \"Arabs: jail or gallows?\"\nMiddle East conflict, Arab-Israeli war, Palestinian peace process, Jewish values, Israeli government, army of Israel\n\u00a92004\u20142009 Obadiah Shoher\tPublished under GPL, feel free to quote and re-post","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Cambridge City Centre\nPolice officers in Cambridge handed keys to city loos - to target drug users\nOfficers are now armed with the keys to the city's public loos to tackle street drinking, drug-taking and troublemakers\nThe scene of the toilets on Mill Road in Cambridge.\nPolice in Cambridge have been given the keys to the city \u2013 toilets.\nOfficers are now armed with the keys to the city's public loos in a bid to tackle street drinking, drug-taking and troublemakers.\nDrug turf war violence in Cambridge tackled by 'mapping' as 'people afraid to go out'\nThey are now also using dispersal notices, body-worn cameras and CCTV as well as upping patrols at hotspots.\nOfficers have set out in a report to the city council's east area committee how they are targeting street-drinking and alcohol-related anti-social behaviour in and around Mill Road.\nIs rise in discarded drug needles linked to rise in Cambridge rough sleepers?\nSgt Ian Wood, of Cambridgeshire police, said: \"We continue to conduct enhanced visible patrols in the areas known for drug use, in a bid to disrupt and deter this activity. Recent examples have been Mill Road cemetery, Coleridge recreation ground and various public toilets across the east of the city.\n\"We make good use of our partner agency contacts to ensure any drug paraphernalia is cleared promptly, and officers now have keys to gain entry to the majority of most public toilets across the city. We are also able to make use of re-deployable CCTV cameras as and when appropriate.\"\nMill Road toilets Cambridge . Picture by David Johnson .\nHe added: \"We continue to conduct high visibility patrols in key anti-social behaviour (ASB) hotspots, in a bid to disrupt and deter crime and anti-social behaviour. Officers now routinely patrol with body-worn video cameras and are expected to obtain details of any ASB perpetrators (if they are unfamiliar with them), so we can keep up-to-date with this transient community.\n\"Dispersal notices are being routinely issued (where appropriate), and summons files for begging offences are submitted on a regular basis. Our information sharing protocol with the council's safer communities team is much improved and we continue to work together to address the most problematic nominals.\n\"Furthermore, licenced premises' checks take place on a regular basis and any under-performing venues are managed on the Cardiff model (a traffic-light system which documents how licensed premises should be responsibly managing the sale of alcohol).\"\nIs 'affordable housing' term meaningless?\nTo report any anti-social behaviour call police on 101.\nOver 200 homes will be built in village outside Cambridge as planners give all-clear","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"{TopMobile}\nSubscribe The Small Package Supply Chain Media\nHot Co's\nPARCEL Counsel\nThe Five Most Important Things to Know About the Laws Governing the Supply Chain: Part II\nregulations and compliance Supply Chain\nDec. 8 2014 01:11 PM\nBy Brent Wm. Primus, JD\nThe Legal Significance of a Bill of Lading\nThe term bill of lading means \"a list of the cargo.\" While often thought of as a shipping document, it is also very much a legal document.\nOne of the two primary functions of a bill of lading is to serve as a receipt for the goods physically tendered to a carrier for transportation. While a bill of lading (or airbill or similar document) is generally prepared by the consignor, it is always issued by the carrier \u2014 typically when the driver picking up the goods signs the bill of lading. As with any other receipt, its purpose is to provide evidence as to what goods were given to the carrier and comes into play when all or a portion of the goods fail to arrive at destination.\nThe other function of a bill of lading is to serve as the contract for carriage, that is, the business terms and conditions that will govern the shipment\u2026 unless superseded by an individually negotiated contract entered into between a carrier and its customer. Although a bill of lading contains very few words with legal import, these words incorporate by reference all of the carriers' terms and conditions, which can be hundreds of pages in length. Moreover, the carriers' publications may themselves refer to additional publications such as the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC).\nAs an example, a current FedEx \"Airbill\" states \"By using this Airbill you agree to the service conditions on the back of this Airbill and in the current FedEx Service Guide, including terms that limit our liability.\"\nSimilarly, a UPS \"Shipping Document\" states \"All shipment are subject to the terms contained in the UPS Tariff\/Terms and Conditions of Service, which are available at ups.com and local UPS offices.\"\nThe Distinction Between A Carrier's Liability For Damage to Cargo, Cargo Liability Insurance, and Cargo Insurance.\nAs discussed in Part I, carriers are responsible for loss and damage to the goods they are transporting. However, regardless of the transportation mode, there are almost always limits and exceptions to the carriers' liability. Some exceptions, such as damage caused by an act of God, arise from laws or legal rulings. Other limits are set by the carrier, for instance, a maximum of $100 per package.\nWhile most carriers will have cargo liability insurance, it is critical for a shipper to know that liability insurance will only pay out if the carrier is liable. Thus, if the carrier is not liable due to a defense such as an act of God or valid limit of liability in a carrier's tariff, there is no coverage under a cargo liability policy because, simply put, the carrier is not liable.\nIn contrast to this is what is known as a shipper's interest cargo policy. Although there will be exclusions or exceptions, the coverages of these policies are not fault based. Accordingly, many shippers will purchase their own cargo insurance (not cargo liability insurance) as a way of protecting themselves in the event that they are unable to recover from the carrier.\nTime Limits, Time Limits, Time Limits\nThere are various time limits that are unique to the transportation industry. It is very important for a transportation professional to familiarize themselves with the time limits that could apply to their shipments and the carriers they use. Failure to know an applicable time limit, and thus miss the time limit, will result in the loss of a substantial financial right.\nWith respect to freight charges, there are time limits relating to claims for both the recovery of charges by a carrier and the recovery of overpayments made by a shipper to a carrier.\nWith respect to claims for loss and damage to cargo, there is generally a two step approach.\nFirst, notice must be given by a shipper to a carrier of a claim within a certain period of time, and then, if not resolved, another time limit for the shipper to start a lawsuit.\nTime limits for loss and damage claims vary by the mode of transportation. In some instances, such as for regulated motor carriers, the minimum time limits are prescribed by federal statute. For international air and ocean carriers, the time limits are set by international treaty. In addition, there are a host of unregulated service providers that set their own time limits and then publish them in a tariff.\nAll for now!\nBrent Wm. Primus, J.D., is the CEO of Primus Law Office, P.A. and the Senior Editor of transportlawtexts, inc. Previous columns, including those of William J. Augello, may be found in the \"Content Library\" on the PARCEL website (www.parcelindustry.com). Your questions are welcome at brent@primuslawoffice.com.\nThe Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: A First Look Next\nThe 5 Most Important Things to Know about the Laws Governing the Supply Chain: Part I Previous\nSpeed Is the Name of the Shipping Game\nWhy Customer Experience Must Be A Priority in Transportation Technology\n10 Ways to Stay Competitive in 2020\nJan. 8 2020\nThe Growing Importance of Perfecting Your Shipping Strategy\nF.O.B. Origin or F.O.B. 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{"text":"Birth Place Matching \"Indianapolis, Indiana, USA\" (Sorted by Popularity Ascending)\n1-50 of 566 names. | Next \u00bb\nSort by: STARmeter\u25b2 | A-Z | Birth Date | Death Date\n1. Brendan Fraser\nActor | The Mummy\nBrendan James Fraser was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Canadian parents Carol Mary (Genereux), a sales counselor, and Peter Fraser, a journalist and travel executive. He is of Irish, Scottish, German, Czech, and French-Canadian ancestry. As his parents frequently moved, Brendan can claim ...\n2. Doug Jones\nActor | Hellboy II: The Golden Army\nThe youngest of four brothers, Doug Jones was born on May 24, 1960 in Indianapolis, Indiana, and grew up in the city's Northeastside. After attending Bishop Chatard High School, he headed off to Ball State University, where he graduated in 1982 with a Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, with a...\n3. Ryan Murphy\nProducer | Glee\nBorn November 9, 1965 in Indianapolis, Indiana, US as Ryan Patrick Murphy, he is an American writer, director, and producer, responsible for creating such hits as Nip\/Tuck (2003), Glee (2009) and American Horror Story (2011). His mother, J. Andy Murphy, was a writer and communications worker and ...\n4. Abraham Benrubi\nActor | Christmas Bloody Christmas\nAbraham Benrubi was born on October 4, 1969 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. Abraham is an actor, known for Christmas Bloody Christmas (2022), Parker Lewis Can't Lose (1990) and ER (1994).\n5. Vincent Ventresca\nActor | The Invisible Man\nVincent Ventresca was born on April 29, 1966 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He is an actor and writer, known for The Invisible Man (2000), Romy and Michele's High School Reunion (1997) and Prey (1998). He has been married to Dianne Shiner since 1994. They have two children.\n6. Sasheer Zamata\nActress | Michelle Obama's Breaking Point\nSasheer Zamata is a comedian, actress and writer. She was a cast member on Saturday Night Live, and has appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and This American Life. She serves as ACLU's Celebrity Ambassador for Women's Rights. She hosts a live variety show called Sasheer Zamata Party Time...\n7. Steve Talley\nActor | The Naked Mile\nSteve Talley was born on August 12, 1981 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He is an actor and producer, known for American Pie Presents: The Naked Mile (2006), Peaceful Warrior (2006) and Van Wilder: Freshman Year (2009). He has been married to Lyndon Smith since July 4, 2015. He was previously ...\n8. Stephen Sommers\nProducer | G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra\nStephen Sommers was born on March 20, 1962 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Raised in St. Cloud, Minnesota, he attended St. John's University and the University of Seville in Spain. Afterward, Sommers spent the next four years performing as an actor in theater groups and managing rock bands throughout ...\n9. Mike Epps\nActor | Resident Evil: Apocalypse\nMike Epps was born on November 18, 1970 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He is an actor and producer, known for Resident Evil: Apocalypse (2004), Friday After Next (2002) and The Hangover (2009). He has been married to Kyra Robinson since June 23, 2019. They have one child. He was previously married ...\n10. Jeffrey Vincent Parise\nActor | Supernatural\nJeffrey Vincent Parise was born on July 8, 1971 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He is an actor and writer, known for Supernatural (2005), The Detour (2016) and The Love Witch (2016).\n11. James Sloyan\nActor | The Sting\nJames Joseph Sloyan was born on February 24, 1940 in Indianapolis, Indiana; his family moved to Europe when he was a young boy, living in Rome, Capri, Milan, Switzerland, and Ireland.\nWhen he was 17, his family moved back to the United States and settled in upstate New York, where he managed a ...\n12. Trevor Jackson\nActor | Superfly\nTrevor Jackson was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. Trevor is an actor and director, known for SuperFly (2018), Grown-ish (2018) and Burning Sands (2017).\n13. Adam Lambert\nSoundtrack | 2012\nAfter blowing everyone away on the eighth season of American Idol, Adam Lambert went on to release his debut album 'For Your Entertainment' which included the international hit 'Whatya Want From Me' and earned him a Grammy Award nomination. Adam followed this success with his second album '...\n14. Peter Lupus\nActor | Mission: Impossible\nPeter Lupus was born on June 17, 1932 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He is an actor and producer, known for Mission: Impossible (1966), Challenge of the Gladiator (1965) and Goliath at the Conquest of Damascus (1965). He has been married to Sharon M. Hildebrand since November 27, 1960. They have ...\n15. Jake Short\nActor | A.N.T. Farm\nJake Short was born on May 30, 1997 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. Jake is an actor, known for A.N.T. Farm (2011), The First Team (2020) and Dexter (2006).\n16. Logan Huffman\nActor | Final Girl\nLogan Huffman was born on December 22, 1989 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He is an actor and writer, known for Final Girl (2015), V (2009) and Lymelife (2008). He has been married to Lisa Origliasso since November 4, 2018.\n17. Steve Burton\nActor | General Hospital\nSteve Burton was born on June 28, 1970 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He is an actor and director, known for General Hospital (1963), Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children (2005) and The Last Castle (2001). He has been married to Sheree Gustin since January 16, 1999. They have three children.\n18. Connie Booth\nActress | Monty Python and the Holy Grail\nConnie Booth was born on December 2, 1940 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. She is an actress and writer, known for Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975), And Now for Something Completely Different (1971) and Fawlty Towers (1975). She has been married to John Lahr since August 19, 2000. She was ...\n19. Brook Kerr\nActress | Passions\nBrook Kerr was born on November 21, 1973 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. She is an actress, known for Passions (1999), True Blood (2008) and Prank (2000). She was previously married to Christopher Warren.\n20. Clifton Webb\nActor | Laura\nAlready trained in dance and theater, he quit school at age 13 to study music and painting. By 19 he was a professional ballroom dancer in New York, and by his mid-twenties he was performing in musicals, dramas on Broadway and in London, and in silent movies. His first real success in film came in ...\n21. Ken Foree\nActor | Dawn of the Dead\nLarge, likable, and muscular actor Ken Foree was born as Kentotis Alvin Foree on February 29, 1948, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Foree attended Loyola University in Chicago and studied acting at Michael Shulman's Performing Gallery in New York City. He began his career in off-Broadway theater and ...\n22. Anthony Montgomery\nActor | Enterprise\nAnthony Montgomery was born on June 2, 1971 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. Anthony is an actor and producer, known for Star Trek: Enterprise (2001), General Hospital (1963) and The Family Business (2018). Anthony was previously married to Adrienne.\n23. Mickey Sholdar\nActor | One Man's Way\nMickey Sholdar was born on March 20, 1949 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He is an actor, known for One Man's Way (1964), The Farmer's Daughter (1963) and Shannon (1961). He was previously married to Janet Lee Hartel.\n24. David Letterman\nWriter | Late Show with David Letterman\nTelevision would never be the same after David Letterman made his second attempt at a show in 1982. But his career before becoming host of the show was quite an interesting and long one.\nLetterman was born in Broad Ripple, a neighborhood in Indianapolis, to Dorothy Marie (Hofert), a church secretary...\n25. Chris Warren\nActor | Grand Hotel\nChris Warren was born on January 15, 1990 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He is an actor and producer, known for Grand Hotel (2019), Sistas (2019) and The Fosters (2013). He has been married to Layla Warren since May 23, 2019.\n26. Robert Allen Mukes\nActor | House of 1000 Corpses\nRobert Allen Mukes was born on March 14, 1964 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. Robert Allen is an actor, known for House of 1000 Corpses (2003), Westworld (2016) and Coffin 2 (2017).\n27. Marc Summers\nStunts | The Florida Project\nBorn in Indianapolis, he paid his dues as a magician, disc jockey, comedian and studio page in Los Angeles during the 1970s. When Jack Barry's announcer fell sick on The Joker's Wild (1972), 1973, Marc (then a 22-year-old page) filled in. That was his break. He began warming up audiences for ...\n28. Robert Emhardt\nActor | 3:10 to Yuma\nRobert Emhardt looked and sounded as if he had intentionally been created by some perverse god to play villains. Though rotund, he had hooded, lizard-like eyes and a drawling whine in his voice. The real Robert Emhardt, however, was a well-educated, cultured, generous man, not at all like the ...\n29. Kristina Wagner\nActress | General Hospital\nKristina Wagner is an American actress who was born on October 30, 1962 in Indianapolis, Indiana. After graduating from high school, her love of acting and dance led her to the local university to enroll as a theater major. While attending I.U.P.U.I in Indianapolis, she appeared in television ...\n30. Tom Nolan\nActor | Fast Times at Ridgemont High\nTom Nolan was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He is known for Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982), Pretty Woman (1990) and Tequila Sunrise (1988).\n31. Dohn Norwood\nActor | Bruce Almighty\nMorehouse alumni and Indianapolis native, Dohn Norwood is making a name for himself in the Hollywood scene. His film and television credits include: Bruce Almighty (starring Jim Carrey), Mini's First Time (starring Alec Baldwin and Carrie-Anne Moss), Castle, Entourage, Without a Trace, ER, Bones, ...\n32. Mimi Craven\nActress | A Nightmare on Elm Street\nMimi Craven was born on September 28, 1957 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. She is an actress, known for A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984), Star Trek: Voyager (1995) and Swamp Thing (1982).\n33. Pamela Jean Bryant\nActress | Don't Answer the Phone!\nLovely, buxom and shapely blonde knockout Pamela Jean Bryant was born on February 8, 1959 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Bryant attended Indiana University as a telecommunications major. Pamela was the Playmate of the Month in the April, 1978 issue of \"Playboy\". She had previously appeared in the ...\n34. Liz Stauber\nActress | Almost Famous\nLiz Stauber was born in Indianapolis to Dan Stauber, a mental health administrator, and Paula Jones, a respected psychotherapist and daughter of civic leader Vel Ryder. The couple divorced while Liz and her sister Christine were young. Liz got her first acting role as a small child in Indianapolis ...\n35. Parker Sawyers\nActor | Southside with You\nParker Sawyers was born on May 24, 1983 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He is an actor, known for Southside with You (2016), Big Game (2014) and The Mummy (2017).\n36. Jason Matthew Smith\nActor | Star Trek\nJason Matthew Smith was born in Indianapolis, Indiana. He grew up all over the mid-west including brief, but formative years spent in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. His family finally settled in Cincinnati were he attended both high school and college. He earned a B.F.A. in Acting from the University...\n37. John Green\nProducer | Paper Towns\nJohn Michael Green was born on August 24, 1977 in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is a YouTube video-blogger, or \"vlogger\", with his brother, Hank Green. Their YouTube channel, Vlogbrothers, has over 2,500,000 subscribers as of May 2015. Perhaps more notably, John is also an author. His most recent book,...\n38. Russell Collins\nActor | The Enemy Below\nRussell Collins was born on October 11, 1897 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He was an actor, known for The Enemy Below (1957), Bad Day at Black Rock (1955) and Fail Safe (1964). He died on November 14, 1965 in West Hollywood, California, USA.\n39. John Gearries\nActor | Third Shift\nJohn Andrew Gearries was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. His recent ancestry includes British, Irish, French German, Scandinavian and Ashkenazi Jewish. John found his love for theater early on performing in high school musicals and watching Clint Eastwood movies with his Father. After college, ...\n40. Jane Pauley\nActress | Zoolander 2\nJane Pauley was born on October 31, 1950 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. She is an actress, known for Zoolander 2 (2016), Madam Secretary (2014) and CBS News Sunday Morning (1979). She has been married to Garry Trudeau since June 14, 1980. They have three children.\n41. Gaylen Ross\nDirector | Killing Kasztner\nGaylen Ross was born as Gail Rosenblum in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was managing editor of the poetry journal, \"Antaeus\" and Ecco Press from 1975 to 1977. Ross was an actress for brief 4 years only, making an impressive film debut as the heroine \"Francine\" in George Romero's outstanding Dawn of ...\n42. Harry von Zell\nActor | Meet Mr. Mischief\nPortly, pudding-faced, wavy dark-haired actor\/announcer Harry Von Zell, whose well-modulated voice was a standard radio fixture during the 1930s and '40s, also extended his talents toward film and TV where he appeared in numerous comedy outings, often as a straight man foil. Born in Indianapolis, ...\n43. Lisa Kennedy Montgomery\nActress | The Help\nLisa Kennedy Montgomery was born on September 8, 1972 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. She is a writer and producer, known for The Help (2004), Budweiser Commercial, 'Dale Earnhardt Jr. Switching Numbers' (2005) and MTV Beach House (1993). She has been married to David Michael Lee since May 27, 2000....\n44. Noble 'Kid' Chissell\nActor | Bigfoot\nBorn Noble LaPorte Chisman to Thomas F and Cora Esther (LaPorte) Chisman of Indianapolis, he eventually adopted the screen name Kid Chissel. He left his Indiana home in the mid-1930's, not long after his parents had divorced. He aimed to pursue a Hollywood career. Prior to that, he worked as a ...\n45. James Baskett\nActor | Song of the South\nJames Baskett was born on February 16, 1904 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA as James Franklin Baskett. He was an actor, known for Song of the South (1946), Revenge of the Zombies (1943) and Policy Man (1938). He was married to Margaret. He died on July 9, 1948 in Los Angeles, California, USA.\n46. Kurt Vonnegut Jr.\nWriter | Slaughterhouse-Five\nKurt Vonnegut Jr. was born on November 11, 1922 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He was a writer and actor, known for Slaughterhouse-Five (1972), Back to School (1986) and General Electric Theater (1953). He was previously married to Jill Krementz and Jane Marie Cox. He died on April 11, 2007 in New ...\n47. Forrest Landis\nActor | Cheaper by the Dozen\nForrest Landis was born in Palm Beach, Florida in August of 1994 and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was discovered at the age of 4 in Chicago by a talent scout. By age 5 he was already modeling in New York City for clients such as Lord & Taylor, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdales, and Target.\n48. Karen Lamm\nActress | Thunderbolt and Lightfoot\nKaren Lamm was born on June 21, 1952 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. She was an actress and producer, known for Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974), Police Woman (1974) and The Hatfields and the McCoys (1975). She was previously married to Dennis Wilson and Robert Lamm. She died on June 29, 2001 in ...\n49. John Orr\nActor | Blue Moon\nJohn Orr is a Los Angeles-based character, creature, and voice actor. His film career began in 2006 when he appeared in numerous comedy shorts by Indianapolis production troupe, The Really Really Big Show. He secured a co-starring role in their first feature-length, and the lead in their second. ...\n50. Bill Shirley\nActor | Sleeping Beauty\nBill Shirley was born on July 6, 1921 in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. He was an actor, known for Sleeping Beauty (1959), I Dream of Jeanie (1952) and Flying Tigers (1942). He died on August 27, 1989 in Los Angeles, California, USA.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Neo-Luddism in the digital age: registers, quitters, destroyers and visionaries against contemporary technologies\n4 May 2022 12:30 - 14:00 Online\/CRASSH Meeting Room\nThese seminars were a wonderful way to feel anchored in the institutional life of CRASSH\n\u2013 Dr Mary Augusta Brazelton, Early Career Fellow, Easter Term 2021\nThis event is part of the CRASSH fellows work-in-progress seminar series. All are welcome but please register to book your place and to request readings.\nDr Ella McPherson\nThe original Luddites were a 19th century British workers movement, often misunderstood as against technology in general, but actually against how the control and effects of technology were developing at the time (Noble 1995). Aesthetically, this was a playful and subversive working class movement searching for an alternative vision of technology in society (Jones 2006). Like-minded movements and individuals are again relevant in the 21st century, yet the academy knows little about them, in part because they are often dismissed as 'not with the times'.\nMy project addresses this gap by approaching neo-Luddism in the digital age from within and without the technology sector across three empirical sites. The first site is the corporate technology sector, where I will investigate how the relationship between so-called 'laggards' or 'phobics' and profitability is understood, taking a decolonial lens to shed light on the links between digitalisation and modernisation. The second site is people within the corporate technology sector working against the orthodox model of expansionist corporate control. Conceptually, this strand is concerned with investigating ambivalence sociologically, namely unpacking the experience and consequences of conflicting emotions about technology driven by groups' positions within conflicting normative frameworks \u2013 techno-solutionism and techno-pessimism, in this case (Merton 1976). The third research strand focuses on people outside of the technology sector, from individuals who never joined social media or purchased a smartphone to community-based development projects. Conceptually, this dimension is focused on intersectionality, in terms of understanding how the beliefs, values and practices of these groups relate to various axes of power and exclusion.\nI'm Associate Professor in the Sociology of New Media and Digital Technology at the Department of Sociology, where my research focuses on symbolic struggles surrounding the media in times of transition, whether democratic or digital. I am particularly interested in the implication of these struggles for, on the one hand, the formation, evaluation and contestation of truth-claims and, on the other, the individual and collective pursuit of good lives. My most recent research project is an ethnographic study of human rights fact-finding in the digital age, focusing on networks of human rights practitioners, humanitarians, technologists, journalists and scholars who collaborate on working with digital evidence. This research engages with the sociologies of knowledge, media\/technology and human rights to examine what implications our practices and discourses to combat digital fakery \u2013 and who constructs and deploys them \u2013 have for democracy.\nIn my research and teaching, I am profoundly concerned with the normative frameworks of technologies, their designers and their users, as well as with the ethics of new forms of knowledge generation, such as social media research and big data. Underpinning this is my own normative concern with self-determination and pluralism in our societies, whether epistemological or with respect to access to solidarity and justice. My previous research project, an ethnography on the human rights beat at Mexican newspapers, identified the contest for public credibility between state, media, and human rights actors as a significant driver of human rights coverage, and particularly of who gets to be seen and heard, and on whose terms.\nAs co-director of Cambridge's Centre of Governance and Human Rights, I support and engage in praxis research, including by leading The Whistle, an academic start-up focusing on supporting movements and organisations pushing for social change with digital evidence. As part of this, I collaborate with Dr M\u00f3nica Moreno Figueroa on the End Everyday Racism project, which maps the experiences of everyday racism.\nElla McPherson\nCambridge Early Career Fellowships\nFellows Work in Progress Seminars 2021-22\nEquality and Diversity at CRASSH\nAbout CRASSH\nContact CRASSH\nFind CRASSH\nAlison Richard Building facilities\nSupport CRASSH\nVisit CRASSH\nAlison Richard Building,\n7 West Road,\nCambridge, CB3 9DT\nenquiries@crassh.cam.ac.uk\nAccessibility at CRASSH\n\u00a9 2023 Centre for Research in the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. 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{"text":"Contact Us \/ Forms\nAcademic All Stars\nContest and Special Sections\nKentucky New Era on vacation\nWarm The Children\nKNE Editorial\nCradle Roll\nThat's the Ticket\nPets Of The Week\nOut 'N About\nReal Estate Rentals\nPublic Notice Ads\nHopkinsville, KY (42240)\nPartly cloudy. Low 17F. Winds N at 10 to 15 mph..\nPartly cloudy. Low 17F. Winds N at 10 to 15 mph.\nJan. 6 musn't kill the dream we all once shared\nNote: This is the opinion of the writer and not necessarily of the Kentucky New Era. Let the community know your opinion about this topic and others by submitting a \"Letter to the editor.\"\nWhere were you when the Capitol was attacked? My answer: glued to the television, with eyes wide and mouth open.\nHow could this possibly be happening in our country, I asked myself as I watched horrified and dumbfounded. I'm sure millions of others were asking the same question. The idea that a sitting president would deny his opponent's election victory and encourage his own supporters to stop the vote-certification process was beyond imagining, except to those ramming the doors, assaulting the cops, breaking the windows and running down hallways, taunting lawmakers and staff with threats of violence.\nThey looked \u2014 and acted \u2014 like animals. Who were these beasts \u2014 and how dare they?\nTo the list of infamous days, from Pearl Harbor to 9\/11, we now have Jan. 6 \u2014 or J6, as right-wing activists have dubbed the insurrection.\nTurns out the majority of those arrested and charged were what might be called regular folks, who weren't part of an organized wing-nut cult. Some of those groups, such as the Proud Boys and neo-Nazis, were represented to be sure. But studies have shown that most of those charged or arrested were plain-old, unaffiliated, random Americans.\nAnd look what happened. And what might have happened if the really bad guys had shown up? My guess is there are some pro-Trump, anti-government folks out there who are sorry they missed the events that day. FOMO \u2014 fear of missing out \u2014 is not limited to the younger generation. That another uprising could occur thus seems not beyond the realm of possibilities. And though the Capitol Police Department says it's prepared this time, it also reports threat levels that are \"exponentially higher\" than last year.\nI believe Trump had for a time planned to insert himself into the anniversary. But earlier this week he canceled his Jan. 6 news conference in Palm Beach, Fla., and said he would instead hold a rally in Arizona on Jan 15. There, he will likely continue his contention that he actually won the 2020 election. He didn't, as courts, counters and capable election officials have supposedly confirmed.\nWe all know enough about mobs and combustible crowds to understand that it takes only one impatient troublemaker to turn a normal customer waiting line into a stampede or a peaceful gathering into a mob. Something clicks in one person's brain, a shout goes out, a fever sets in, and the barbarians storm the gates.\nOnce contagion catches, there's almost no turning back. At a certain point, even the angry become afraid, stimulating their fight or flight response and flooding all systems with adrenaline. Five people died as a result of Jan. 6, not counting the four officers who subsequently died by suicide. I think we all know we were lucky the number wasn't higher.\nNot so long ago, Americans shared a common understanding of how things should be. We understood \u2014 no, we believed as a first principle \u2014 that our problems could be fixed with elections. Yet today, 68% of Republicans think the 2020 election was rigged. We celebrated our democratic traditions and the peaceful transfer of power.\nNow, a third of Americans think violence against the government is sometimes justified.\nSomething has happened to us, and we need to figure it out \u2014 now.\nThen, maybe we could get back to work pursuing and fulfilling the dream we once shared.\nKathleen Parker writes a nationally syndicated column on politics and culture for The Washington Post.\nKentucky New Era\nClick on the front page to read today's edition of the Kentucky New Era.\nNow including Kentucky Extra on Mondays. Click on \"Today's Paper\" for a list of editions.\nSubscribe to the New Era newsletter\nPodkinsville\nTo play the media you will need to either update your browser to a recent version or update your Flash plugin.\nHarrison Kent Frost\nWilliam \"Bill\" Dillard\nThomas Dwayne King\nAlfred \"Fred\" Joseph Lamirande, Jr.\nJohnnie Story, Jr.\nPat \"Omah\" Foster\nDebbie Hancock\nDallas Adams\nRosa \"Rose\" Nell West Hodge Lee\nDon't Snow Shovel Your Way to a Heart Attack (2)\nAHA News: What Heart and Stroke Patients Need to Know About COVID-19 in 2022 (1)\nSubmit event - More events\nReal-time Stocks\nkentuckynewera.com\nCopyright \u00a9 2020 Kentucky New Era","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"\u203a Malaysia\n\u203a Kinabalu National Park\nKinabalu National Park Tours, Vacation Packages & Travel Experiences\nWhen on Malaysia vacations, you may want to visit Kinabalu National Park, established in 1964 and one of Malaysia's first national parks.\nLocated on the west coast of Sabah, in Malaysian Borneo, the park spans an area of 754 sq. kms surrounding Mount Kinabalu, Borneo's highest mountain, sitting at 4095 metres above sea level.\nListed as Malaysia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kinabalu National Park features 4500 species of fauna and flora, ranging from rich lowland dipterocarp forest through the montane oak, rhododendron, to the conifer forests of the middle altitudes leading to alpine meadows and stunted, windswept bushes of the summit.\nMount Kinabalu is known to be one of the most accessible mountains in the world. Low's Peak, Mount Kinabalu's highest peak, was named after British colonial administrator and naturalist, Hugh Low, who led an expedition to the region in 1895, and was recorded to be the first to reach the peak. Although the two-day climb to the peak requires no special equipment, climbers must be accompanied by a guide, and include an overnight stay in Laban Rata, located 3,273m above sea level. The next morning, after reaching the top of the peak, climbers are offered magnificent views of the sunrise amidst lush greenery, something to behold ona Malaysia tour.\nThe headquarters of Kinabalu National Park is located 88kms from the city of Kota Kinabalu, and offers accommodation in forms of chalets and lodges around the park.\nWith some of the richest and most important biological sites in the world, Kinabalu National Park is one of Malaysia's most popular tourist destinations.\nMalaysia Travel Information\nAt Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy to navigate travel information section dedicated to Malaysia vacations.\nLearn about the history and culture of Malaysia, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Malaysia's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Malaysia for yourself. Start exploring\u2026 book one of our Malaysia tours today!\nAfter your Malaysia tour, consider taking the time to visit other destinations. Goway offers exciting China vacation packages, India tours and Thailand vacation packages plus a comprehensive selection of vacation packages in many other Asian countries.\nKinabalu National Park\nEssential Borneo from Kota Kinabalu\nAn exciting tour of an exceptional land. Experience the highest mountain range in South East Asia, lush rainforests and a native longhouse on this perfect in-depth journey through Borneo.\nMalaysia See Trip Details\nEssential Borneo from Kuching\nClimb Borneo's highest peak on this challenging and spectacular overnight excursion.\nActive & Adventurous, Escorted Coach Touring\nAny Type of Trip Beach & Island Escapes Private Experiences Safaris Worldwide Self-Drives Stopovers\/City Breaks Tailor-made Travel Ideas Active & Adventurous Bucket List Travel Ideas Day Trips Escorted Coach Touring Small Group Touring Multi Country Vacation Ideas Romance & Honeymoon Single Friendly\nSafaris Worldwide\nMulu National Park\nThings to Do In Malaysia\nBest Time to Visit Malaysia\nMalaysia FAQs\n10 Best Destinations for a Self-Drive Vacation","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Hughes, projected No. 1 pick at 2019 NHL Draft, happy with USA Hockey\nCenter prospect opts against University of Michigan, says he's in 'best spot'\nby Mike G. Morreale @mikemorrealeNHL \/ NHL.com Staff Writer\nKAMLOOPS, British Columbia -- Jack Hughes, projected by many as the No. 1 pick in the 2019 NHL Draft, never wavered in his decision to continue his playing career at USA Hockey's National Team Development Program this season.\nHughes (5-foot-10, 166 pounds), a center, had 116 points (40 goals, 76 assists) with the U-17 and U-18 NTDP teams last season, one point shy of tying Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews for the single-season point record (117) set during his U-18 season in 2014-15. Hughes had 68 points (27 goals, 41 assists) in 36 games for the U-18.\n\"I just felt like the NTDP was the best spot for my development,\" Hughes said. \"I love my teammates, my coaches, the resources and love being able to put on the USA jersey. I tell everyone no one trains as hard as us at the NTDP. We're working out in-season, skating four times a week, and playing games on top of that.\"\nHughes, 17, had the option of joining his brother, defenseman Quintin Hughes, at the University of Michigan. Quintin Hughes, 18, selected by the Vancouver Canucks in the first round (No. 7) of the 2018 NHL Draft, decided Saturday to return to Michigan for his sophomore season.\n\"I knew the NTDP was a great spot, and Michigan was a great spot as well,\" Jack Hughes said. \"Quinn had really good success there and anytime I have a chance to play with Quinn it's really appealing. I took that into consideration, but I think the NTDP was the best spot.\"\nJack and Quintin are representing the United States at the World Junior Summer Showcase this week at Sandman Centre. The first round of cuts by USA Hockey is scheduled for Wednesday.\n\"I talked to him a bit before I made my decision to go back [to Michigan],\" Quintin Hughes said. \"Michigan worked for me, but that doesn't mean it would ultimately work for him. If you're a good enough player, no matter where you go, you'll find your way.\"\nUnited States general manager John Vanbiesbrouck wasn't surprised by Jack's decision.\n\"He saw his bother go through a process and is content working on his game and developing as a player,\" Vanbiesbrouck said. \"There's a great opportunity for him moving forward wearing the red, white and blue. We hope we keep him into it for a long time.\"\nIginla was 'full package'\nTim Hunter, coach of the Canada national junior team, played 11 of his 16 NHL seasons with the Calgary Flames. He was asked for his thoughts on former Flames captain Jarome Iginla, who announced his retirement on Thursday.\nIginla played 1,554 games for the Flames, Pittsburgh Penguins, Boston Bruins, Colorado Avalanche and Los Angeles Kings and finished with 1,300 points (625 goals, 675 assists).\n\"He was the full package; a really good hockey player,\" Hunter said. \"He was a guy who could do almost everything, play on the power play, he was a power forward, had lots of touch, was a tough guy and wasn't afraid to drop the gloves. A real leader both on and off the ice. Being a former Calgary Flame, he had an incredible career.\"\nVideo: Looking back on Jarome Iginla's stellar career\nHonka continues ascent\nAnttoni Honka, 17, considers himself the best defenseman among four hockey-playing brothers.\nThe right-handed shot, expected to be a first-round pick in the 2019 draft, is the brother of Julius Honka (Dallas Stars), Aleksi Honka of Tour in France, and Valtteri Honka, who retired in 2016.\nJulius Honka (5-11, 186), 22, selected in the first round (No. 14) of the 2014 NHL Draft, has been the most successful Honka to this point, but Anttoni is closing the gap. The younger Honka is a part of Finland's roster at the World Junior Summer Showcase this week.\n\"I like to pass more and [Julius] likes to shoot more,\" Anttoni said. \"I like to watch him skate because he's pretty fast. I also like that passion he shows; he enjoys the game so much.\"\nAnttoni (5-10, 176) is expected to play a full season for JYP in Liiga this season after scoring nine points (two goals, seven assists) in 20 games in 2017-18. He was also named best defenseman in Finland's second division after scoring 17 points (four goals, 13 assists) in 28 games for U-20 JYP.\n\"[Anttoni Honka] is a smart hockey player who compensates for his lack of size with his skating and offensive instincts; he has an excellent understanding of the game,\" said Goran Stubb, NHL Director of European Scouting.\nGinning brings something different for Sweden\nSweden has a number of highly talented offensive defensemen at the World Junior Summer Showcase, including Adam Boqvist (Chicago Blackhawks) and Filip Johansson (Minnesota Wild).\nAdam Ginning (Philadelphia Flyers) brings another element. At 6-foot-3, 196 pounds, he plays a physical, defensive game.\n\"I'm a little bit more of a defensive guy, little bit more physical,\" he said. \"Let them take care of the offensive side and I take more care of the defense.\"\nGinning, 18, had two points (one goal, one assist) in 28 games with Linkoping in the Swedish Hockey League last season, and six points (one goal, five assists) in 17 games with Linkoping in Sweden's junior league. He's expected to play full-time in the SHL this season and possibly have a significant role with Sweden at the 2019 IIHF World Junior Championship.\n\"He's been looking now like he's one of our top shutdown defensemen, and he's maybe our first penalty killer as well,\" Sweden coach Tomas Monten said.\nGinning said his offseason goals are to improve his play with the puck and get faster, but he won't stray from his defensive role.\n\"You can't only have offensive defensemen, you need to have someone that is a little more defensive,\" he said. \"And that's what I try to bring.\"\nNHL.com deputy managing editor Adam Kimelman contributed to this report","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"401(k) and IRA Limits Increase in 2023\nThe IRS has announced that the amount individuals can contribute to their 401(k) plans in 2023 has increased to $22,500, up from $20,500 for 2022. They have also announced increased contribution limits for Individual Retirement Arrangements (IRAs).\nHighlights of changes for 2023\nThe contribution limit for employees who participate in 401(k), 403(b), most 457 plans, and the federal government's Thrift Savings Plan is increased to $22,500, up from $20,500.\nThe limit on annual contributions to an IRA increased to $6,500, up from $6,000. The IRA catch\u2011up contribution limit for individuals aged 50 and over is not subject to an annual cost\u2011of\u2011living adjustment and remains $1,000.\nThe catch-up contribution limit for employees aged 50 and over who participate in 401(k), 403(b), most 457 plans, and the federal government's Thrift Savings Plan is increased to $7,500, up from $6,500. Therefore, participants in 401(k), 403(b), most 457 plans, and the federal government's Thrift Savings Plan who are 50 and older can contribute up to $30,000, starting in 2023. The catch-up contribution limit for employees aged 50 and over who participate in SIMPLE plans is increased to $3,500, up from $3,000.\nThe income ranges for determining eligibility to make deductible contributions to traditional Individual Retirement Arrangements (IRAs), to contribute to Roth IRAs, and to claim the Saver's Credit all increased for 2023.\nTaxpayers can deduct contributions to a traditional IRA if they meet certain conditions. If during the year either the taxpayer or the taxpayer's spouse was covered by a retirement plan at work, the deduction may be reduced, or phased out, until it is eliminated, depending on filing status and income. (If neither the taxpayer nor the spouse is covered by a retirement plan at work, the phase-outs of the deduction do not apply.) Here are the phase\u2011out ranges for 2023:\nFor single taxpayers covered by a workplace retirement plan, the phase-out range is increased to between $73,000 and $83,000, up from between $68,000 and $78,000.\nFor married couples filing jointly, if the spouse making the IRA contribution is covered by a workplace retirement plan, the phase-out range is increased to between $116,000 and $136,000, up from between $109,000 and $129,000.\nFor an IRA contributor who is not covered by a workplace retirement plan and is married to someone who is covered, the phase-out range is increased to between $218,000 and $228,000, up from between $204,000 and $214,000.\nFor a married individual filing a separate return who is covered by a workplace retirement plan, the phase-out range is not subject to an annual cost-of-living adjustment and remains between $0 and $10,000.\nThe income phase-out range for taxpayers making contributions to a Roth IRA is increased to between $138,000 and $153,000 for singles and heads of household, up from between $129,000 and $144,000. For married couples filing jointly, the income phase-out range is increased to between $218,000 and $228,000, up from between $204,000 and $214,000. The phase-out range for a married individual filing a separate return who makes contributions to a Roth IRA is not subject to an annual cost-of-living adjustment and remains between $0 and $10,000.\nThe income limit for the Saver's Credit (also known as the Retirement Savings Contributions Credit) for low- and moderate-income workers is $73,000 for married couples filing jointly, up from $68,000; $54,750 for heads of household, up from $51,000; and $36,500 for singles and married individuals filing separately, up from $34,000.\nThe amount individuals can contribute to their SIMPLE retirement accounts is increased to $15,500, up from $14,000.\n\u2190 IRS Announces Tax Inflation Adjustments for 2023\nEmployers: Beware ERC Scams \u2192","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"10 Most Useful Facts to Know about Emotional Support Animals\nAnimals, Facts\nOver the years, mental healthcare has steadily improved due to better treatments, awareness and education, and more efforts to eliminate the stigmas associated with mental illness. There are many ways that peop...\n10 Most Creepy Ghostly Creatures In The World To Avoid\nFacts, Places\nGhosts. Spooks. Apparitions. Whatever you like to call them, there are many who believe these supernatural creatures to be present in our world. The veil between our world and the afterlife is said to be thin a...\n10 Most Effective Workouts To Ditch Lockdown Weight\nFacts, Sports\nCovid-19 lockdown is something that most people around the world have had to put up with recently. Luckily, it is now starting to ease for many and this is starting to allow people to return to some kind of nor...\n10 Most Important Financial Checklist Items for Attending College\nMany colleges have long to-do lists of things to complete to get your financial aid distributed. But there are some other things you'll want to do before going to college, and your financial aid office may not ...\n10 Most Useful Tips to Become a Better Contractor\nIf you are interested in becoming a contractor or want some tips to improve your craft, you are in luck! The field of contracting is continually changing. With the added element of owning a contracting busines...\n10 Most Interesting Conspiracies About COVID-19\nWe all now know about the COVID-19 virus that is sweeping the world. Hard hit countries like the UK, Italy, Spain and the USA are all in some form of lockdown in an attempt to control its spread. While most are...\n10 Most Awesome Health Benefits of Lemons\nFacts, Food & Drink\nLemons are one of the tastiest and most useful fruits around. Bright yellow in colour and with a wonderfully sharp flavour, they come in handy across a whole range of cuisines. So versatile are they, that you w...\n10 Most Useful Tips for Amazon Startups\nAmazon selling may sound super appealing, but before you jump in, there are several things to know. The Amazon selling world is tougher than it appears, so you need to do your research thoroughly. Here are som...\n10 Most Disturbing Trends In Modern Society\nWhen you talk about the Dark Ages from history, it seems something so far away that it is hard to comprehend. This was a time when knowledge was denied to the masses and only the global elite were able to acces...","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Review & Giveaway: Deadeye by William C Dietz\nFebruary 10, 2015 Danielle Romero 3.5Stars, 3Stars, ARC, audiobook, Author Interview, giveaway, R2R, reviews\nDeadeye by William C. Dietz\nPublished by audible studios, Penguin on 2015-01-27\nGenres: Action & Adventure, Fiction, General, Science Fiction\nThe national bestselling author of the Legion of the Damned novels, \"a must-read for any fan of Mil Fic,\" (Archaeologist's Guide to the Galaxy) begins a brand new science fiction police procedural series...\nIn the year 2038, an act of bioengineered terrorism decimated humanity. Those who survived were either completely unaffected or developed horrible mutations. Across the globe, nations are now divided between areas populated by \"norms\" and lands run by \"mutants\"\u2026\nDetective Cassandra Lee of Los Angeles's Special Investigative Section has built a fierce reputation taking down some of the city's most notorious criminals. But the serial cop killer known as Bonebreaker\u2014who murdered Lee's father\u2014is still at large. Officially, she's too personally involved to work on the Bonebreaker case. Unofficially, she's going to hunt him to the ends of the earth.\nIn the meantime, duty calls when the daughter of Bishop Screed, head of the Church of Human Purity, is kidnapped by mutants and taken into the red zone to be used for breeding. Assigned to rescue her, Lee must trust her new partner\u2014mutant lawman Deputy Ras Omo\u2014to guide her not only through the unfamiliar territory but through the prejudicial divisions between mutants and norms\u2026\nDeadeye was a unique take on mutants in an urban setting that provided a fast paced plot and a like-able main character. Cassandra Lee is admirable in her motivations, driven, and often reckless but she grabs your attention and almost forces you to like her and take notice. I'm not sure how this one falls into the sci-fi category, it feels more like an urban fantasy but overall I was pleased with the uniqueness of the story.\nMy biggest pet peeve with this book was the multiple POVs. I've never been a particular fan though there are several books that have multiple POVs and I feel do so successfully. Deadeye however is not one of them. In addition to main characters having their own point of view, minor characters and those who we saw for only one scene even, gained their own brief points of view such as the widowed mutant who is in one scene and Cassandra's early partner who we don't see anymore after the second chapter.. While I understand that the author likely did this to give the reader a larger perspective of what was going on, I feel like it lacked creativity and was more distracting than anything. Another thing that didn't add up for me was that norms and mutants such as main character Cassandra and Ras, wouldn't eat with on another for fear of contamination but later have sex. That leap didn't really add up for me.\nThe ending saved this book for me though. While there were moments in the end that felt rushed due to all of the chaos that was going on, the over the top cliffhanger left me wondering what the heck was in store for our cast of characters and how they were going to get through what they'd be forced to face in the future. Now as I mentioned earlier, the story itself was quit good but the writing style was hard for me in particular with the multiple POVs. I read an eARC of the book as well as listened to the audiobook from audible and would give the book itself 3 stars meaning I did like it, it had issues but it was still enjoyable. I'd give the audiobook 3.5stars. The reason for that is because the audiobook made it easier to overlook the hiccups that occurred throughout the story and made the multiple POVs much easier to handle. The speakers voice was also easy to listen to. I don't have a a lot of audiobook experiences but will say this has been my best so far. A voice can make or break and audiobook and this narrator did an exceptional job.\nWilliam C. Dietz is the bestselling author of more than thirty science fiction novels. He grew up in the Seattle area, spent time with the Navy and Marine Corps as a medic, graduated from the University of Washington, lived in Africa for half a year, and has traveled to six continents. Now retired, he lives in the Seattle area with his wife. Visit him online atwww.williamcdietz.com.\nThe publisher is providing a physical copy of the book for a US reader. Best of luck!\nInterview with the Author\nHi William, thank you so much for joining us today over here at Coffee and Characters as we discuss your latest book, Deadeye. Now for those who may be unfamiliar with the book, what can you tell us about it that the blurb doesn't already?\nThere are various traps that a writer can fall into, one of which is to always write the same sort of story in the same genre or sub-genre, and that's something I've tried to avoid by getting out of my comfort zone every once in a while. But what to do? Which way to go?\nI considered zombies. They've been popular for a while\u2026 But that's the problem\u2014zombies have been done to death. (Sorry, I couldn't resist.) Besides, from a writerly perspective the problem with zombies is that they don't scheme, love or hate\u2026 They just lurch around gnawing on people.\nMutants however have all of the same motivations that regular people do\u2013plus the angst that goes with being different\/looking different, being hated for something you have no power over. So I went with mutants, game on.\nHow does Deadeye differ from your previous novels and how is it similar? Will original fans of your work love Deadeye?\nOn the face of it Deadeye, as well as the two books to come, are near future police procedurals all of which are set on Earth, and have a single science fictional element which is mutants.\nTherefore those who are Legion of Damned fans and used to reading books about a future filled with intergalactic battles, alien politics, and a futuristic French Foreign Legion might be surprised.\nOn the other hand I think people who have read previous books will feel right at home with Casandra's Lee's loner personality, street tough persona, and code of personal honor.\nDeadeye contains multiple POVs from main characters to minor characters and some in between, what was your thought process behind utilizing the multiple POVs?\nI must say that the criticism of multiple POVs came as a surprise, primarily because I've been doing it for thirty years, with very little reaction pro or con during that time. All of my Legion of the Damned books involve multiple POVs for example and have received quite a bit of critical praise.\nThat said I think it should be mentioned that the type of book we're talking about has a name. It's called a braided novel, and they are typically distinguished from other novels by the fact that there are two, three, or even more primary viewpoint characters. All have significant parts to play in the story and the reader is given an opportunity to \"see\" what is taking place through their eyes.\nOne of the advantages to the form is that the author can imbue characters with a lot more depth than is possible by only providing the sort of observations available to the main character\u2026 Or the sort of things that the omniscient narrator can hint at.\nCan the approach be taken too far? Of course\u2026 And at least some people (including yourself) feel that I did so. And believe me I listen to my customers. So, if I had it to do again I would remove the short segments.\nOn the other hand I can't imagine telling this story without going inside the Bonebreaker's head. Knowing what he thinks, why he's doing what he does, and how that will impact Lee is critical.\nWhat inspired you to write Deadeye and how long did the book take to fully develop?\nWell, I don't want to sound too commercial here, but the need to make a living certainly inspired me. I have published more than 40 novels at this point\u2013and consider myself to be a professional writer. So at any given time I am writing a book, working through the editorial process on the last book, and thinking about the next book.\nThe Mutant File trilogy was born from that process and, as I said earlier, a desire to do something different. I worked on the idea on and off for a year or so, was fortunate enough to sell the series to Penguin, and wrote it in six months. The latter might sound like a short period of time to some, but when not on vacation I write seven days a week, seven or eight hours a day.\nWhat can we expect in book two and when can readers expect the book to release? The ending left us hanging so I'm sure readers are wondering when they'll have the opportunity to see what happens next?\nOkay, full disclosure\u2026 There will be changes of POV in book two and book three as well. But as in book one the plot will focus on Lee. I can't share any spoilers, nor would my readers want me to, but I will say this. In book two Lee will learn some very interesting things about the mother who abandoned her as a child, an interesting man will come into her life, and a whole lot of bad people are going to be sorry they were born. How's that?\nDoes Deadeye contain any hidden meanings or messages that you are hoping your reader will grasp?\nBut if I tell it won't be hidden! The simple answer is yes, although I don't know how hidden it is. The whole subject of mutants was an opportunity to address the role that looks and tribalism play in our society. First, there's lots of research that proves a positive correlation between good looks and success as measured by position and wealth in our society. So if you are born without legs as some people are, or you have a horn sticking out of your forehead, it's going to impact your life in a negative way. And that isn't fair.\nSecondly, it's my opinion that a great deal of misery flows from traditional tribalism, religious tribalism, political tribalism, and so forth. And by dividing the world into green and red zones I hoped to poke at that. Not change it, because I know that's out of reach.\nThank you so much for joining us, it was a pleasure having you.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"How Does 'AHS: Cult' End? The Finale Was The Perfect Ending To The Horrifying Season\nBy Billy Lorusso\nIf you've been keeping up with American Horror Story this season, then you know it's been one horrifyingly thrilling episode after another. Between arms being sawed off, nail guns being used to kill people, dead people being preserved with formaldehyde, and people being poisoned in their own damn kitchens, it's been one seriously f\u2014ed up ride. Having said that, the AHS: Cult season finale was the most perfect, most sinister way to end one of the darkest chapters since Asylum. For a season that generated so much hype in the months leading up to its premiere, AHS: Cult certainly delivered the bone-chilling terror we have come to expect from the show and left us with goosebumps.\nThat's right, like most every other episode this season, the final episode, titled \"Great Again,\" was terrifying and full of jaw-dropping surprises that could only happen on American Horror Story. Indeed, between Kai escaping prison, Beverly shooting Kai, and Ally ~seemingly~ being a member of Bebe Babbitt's cult, the episode is filled with one shock after another, but it does wrap up everyone's storylines pretty neatly (well, except for Kai's dead family... not quite sure what happened to them), and hints at the fact that Ally has become \"Great Again.\"\nThe season's ending was especially well done considering the various avenues Ryan Murphy could have chosen to take with this season's finale. Any fan of the show knows multiple fan theories have surfaced online since the season's premiere, some of which even ended up coming true, others of which did not; as for how the series ended, though, it's a bit different from what fans thought.\nIndeed, there have been theories suggesting the show would end with Kai training Oz to be the next leader of the cult or with Kai ascending to the presidency. Ryan Murphy himself told Collider earlier this year that Cult is,\n[A]bout somebody who has the wherewithal to put their finger up in the wind and see what's happening, and is using that to rise up, and using people's vulnerabilities about how they're afraid, they're feeling vulnerable, and they don't know where to turn. We've been very conscious of that in the writing, to make sure that that idea is central to the show.\nSo it's easy to see how some would have thought Kai would end up as POTUS. That's obviously not the case, though; instead we got something much more satisfying.\nThe finale episode opens with Kai in prison, eleven months after the events in the penultimate episode. From there, we see Ally and how she has been coping since Kai's been out of her life: She is back running The Butchery on Main, she has a new girlfriend, and she's preparing to run for a Michigan Senate seat \u2014 the same seat that Kai was after. We soon find out that Ally is the one responsible for Kai's being arrested; she worked with the FBI to infiltrate and dismantle his cult from the inside and, of course, when Kai finds this out, he makes it his mission to get revenge on her.\nUnsurprisingly, Kai uses his \"divine leader\" bullsh*t to manipulate a guard and escape from prison at which point he immediately goes after Ally during a Senate debate, using the guard as an accomplice. Low and behold, Ally got to the same guard and used her own charms to lure the guard into working with her and Beverly to defeat Kai once and for all.\nThe episode closes with Ally winning the Senate race and explaining what that means to Oz. That's not all, though: In the final minutes of the episode, Ally can be seen getting ready for a \"meeting,\" which seems normally, especially now that she's a Senator, only she's getting ready in a green cape reminiscent of Bebe Babbitt's cape from earlier in the season.\nAll of this leads me to believe that while Kai's cult might be dismantled, it looks like Ally, now a U.S. Senator, is heading up her own cult.\nIt may not be the way we expected the season to end, but it is American Horror Story, after all. Now the only thing left to do is see how Cult will connect to past and future seasons.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Cplusplus\nHome \u00bb Online \u00bb News \u00bb Linux Foundatio...\nLinux Foundation Hires Developer for Kernel.org\nLinux kernel developer John \"Warthog9\" Hawley assumes the full time role of kernel.org web administrator for the Linux Foundation (LF).\nBritta W\u00fclfing\nAs the Executive Director of the open source foundation, Jim Zemlin, reports in his blog, two industry names (\"hint: they start with letters like I and G,\" presumably alluding to IBM and Google) have contributed to financing a new full time position at LF. Since 2005, John \"Warthog9\" Hawley has been one of five administrators of the kernel.org website and can now assume the role full time. Zemlin describes Hawley's previous projects as having worked on \"system operations, the wikis, the kernel.org Gitweb, the GeoDNS patches to ISC's BIND name server and a number of other things for kernel.org.\" Hawley also participated in other Open Source projects, including Syslinux, OpenSSI and PXE Knife. He is even expert in non-computer roles: \"In his free time he enjoys cooking extravagant meals and watching bad movies.\"\nZemlin considers Hawley's job as \"essential\" for disseminating the principles behind which the worldwide distributed development of the Linux kernel functions. He describes the website's role as \"the actual physical space - in cyberspace - where kernel developers get their work done. Without it, nothing happens.\" Zemlin further describes why the availability of kernel.org is essential for the Linux distribution and, therefore, for the foundation: \"It is the primary site for the Linux kernel source and git, the distributed revision control\/software management project created by Linus Torvalds.\" While this undertaking would not necessarily guarantee the success of an organization, Zemlin considers it a core competence of the Linux Foundation. \"We marshal the forces of our members - they would have a hard time hiring the person directly... The model works. \"\nVideo: Interview with Jim Zemlin, Linux Foundation\nDuring CeBIT Open Source 2010 Jim Zemlin, executive director of the Linux Foundation, found the time for an interview with Linux Pro Magazine.\nLinux Foundation Survey Confirms Professionalism of Linux Kernel\nA recent survey by the Linux Foundation (LF) on Linux kernel development shows that the number of kernel developers has tripled in the last three years. In most cases the developers' work is funded by corporate sponsorship.\nNew Stable Kernel 2.6.26.1\nKernel developer Greg Kroah-Hartman recently announce the latest stable kernel version. The Minor Update 2.6.26.1 contains bugfixes, updates, and new drivers.\nCeBIT 2010: Linux Successes, Challenges\nAt the Open Source Forum of CeBIT 2010, the Linux Foundation's Jim Zemlin named three reasons for Linux's success. He also identified three possible challenges for the free platform.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"From the glaciers new studies to help cerebral palsy and beyond.\n3 July 2018 Comments (0) Publishing, Tech, Wellness Like\nAdam Marsh. Photo Credits: GenPro LLC\nIt is said that our society and our economy are becoming more and more \"Data Driven\". Often we do not give you much importance, but it does, because as in this case the ability to manage millions of data, quickly, can make the difference, even between life and death.\nWe present here a discovery directly from the University of Delaware that is worth reading.\nWhen University of Delaware molecular biologist Adam Marsh was studying the DNA of worms living in Antarctica's frigid seas to understand how the organisms managed to survive\u2014and thrive\u2014in the extremely harsh polar environment, he never imagined his work might one day have a human connection.\nBut it turns out that the genome of these Antarctic worms is very similar to ours in terms of the number and types of genes present. And the pioneering technique Marsh developed to analyze their genetic activity is proving valuable for human health care research.\nMarsh and a business partner established a biotechnology company to make that technique available for such study. Specifically, Marsh's method uses next-generation genetic sequencing data to measure how cells control the way genes are turned on or off, a process known as DNA methylation.\nNow, a Delaware team has released a study in the peer-reviewed journal BMC Bioinformaticsshowing that DNA methylation patterns in circulating blood cells can be used to help identify spastic cerebral palsy (CP) patients.\nThe interdisciplinary work is a collaborative effort between researchers at UD, Marsh's company Genome Profiling LLC (GenPro for short), and Nemours\/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children.\nCo-authors on the study include Marsh; Robert Akins, the project principal investigator, who directs the Center for Pediatric Clinical Research and Development at Nemours\/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children and is an affiliated professor at UD; Erin Crowgey, the paper's lead author and associate director of Bioinformatics at Nemours; Karyn Robinson, Akins' laboratory manager, and Stephanie Yeager, project research coordinator, from Nemours Biomedical Research.\nSeeking solutions that enable earlier intervention\nSpastic CP is a lifelong condition characterized by joint stiffness, jerky movements and muscle tightness that affects the movement and posture and restricts the activity of affected children. CP is the most common physical disability arising in childhood and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1 in every 323 children has CP.\nIn the study, the research team profiled blood samples collected in a blinded study from adolescents ranging from 9 to 19 years old to explore whether orthopedic surgery patients with spastic CP show differences at the cellular level that routine orthopedic patients (with ACL tears, spine alignment or other surgeries) do not. The researchers identified a strong set of methylation markers, or patterns, that indicate differences in the genome between children with spastic CP and those without it.\nThese methylation patterns\u2014 found in the DNA sequencing data\u2014allowed the scientists to distinguish groups of children that had spastic CP from those that did not. In a second study, using samples from a separate group ranging in age from 2 to 5 years old, the researchers were able to validate their results and predict with 73 percent accuracy whether the blood samples came from children who already had CP.\n\"The evidence suggests that there is some epigenetic or genetic connection,\" said Crowgey, a bioinformatician with Nemours Biomedical Research who earned her UD doctoral degree in bioinformatics and systems biology in 2016 and is an affiliated faculty member at UD. \"If we can do a better job of screening for these at time of birth versus waiting for the disorder to be diagnosed say, at two years of age, then potentially we'll be able to deliver earlier therapeutics and have better outcomes and lower medical costs.\"\nMedicaid data show that annual medical costs for a child with CP are 10 to 26 times higher than those without CP, imparting a high burden on patients, families and society. In 2003, the CDC estimated that lifetime costs of caring for an individual with cerebral palsy are approximately $1 million, in addition to normal living costs. This amount equaled approximately $1.3 million in 2014 when adjusted for inflation.\nThe power of data science, analytics and machine learning\nThe UD\/Nemours study leverages a unique statistical method and software platform developed by Marsh at UD, and licensed by GenPro, to measure methylation patterns in DNA (a cell's genetic code) using next generation sequencing (NGS) data.\nNGS is a modern technique that enables scientists to decode DNA faster and more cheaply than traditional DNA sequencing techniques. Each person's genome, or complete set of DNA, is like a word that's the length of 3 billion characters; but spelled with only the letters A, T, C or G. Traditional DNA sequencing techniques decode sections of DNA 700 characters at a time, while NGS takes advantage of parallel computing capabilities to enable scientists to simultaneously decode millions of DNA fragments.\nAccording to Marsh, in the human health applications he is studying, subtle changes in a patient's physical health are paralleled by changes in DNA methylation, making it a useful tool to understand disease.\n\"Many of the signals that we are picking up are based on immune system shifts\u2014meaning the way a person's immune system responds to external stress events,\" said Marsh, GenPro's chief science officer and an associate professor in UD's College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment. \"We are able to pick up that epigenetic response, or signal, found in the genetic sequencing and use it to provide another line of evidence for clinicians to use in making decisions.\"\nThe approach uses sophisticated machine learning techniques and algorithms to sort through hundreds of gigabytes of NGS data looking for these distinct DNA methylation patterns.\n\"The data is massive,\" Crowgey said. \"It's not something a human can do, you need infrastructure, machine learning and data analysis, and data science.\"\nIt's the kind of research and training that will be possible through UD's newly announced Data Science Institute, which will be led by Cathy Wu, who advised Crowgey's UD doctoral studies.\nResults are promising, but researchers say more testing is needed\nWhile the study findings indicate that there is a consistent signal present in circulating blood cells of children with spastic CP that remains from early childhood to teenage years, the researchers say further study is needed of samples from different age groups, including teenagers, toddlers and infants from birth to two years old. Better understanding these methylation signals also could provide researchers new clues to understanding the cellular processes involved in advancing CP, and consequently, new therapeutics to manage the disease.\n\"We're still in the early phases, but the results are extremely promising and we're excited about the sensitivity of the test that we are seeing in our retrospective analysis,\" Crowgey said. If successful, the researchers say the blood test also may be useful for other disorders, including infant leukemia.\n\"This blood test could be a game changer,\" said Dr. M. Wade Shrader, who leads the Cerebral Palsy Center at Nemours\/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children. \"The earlier the diagnosis, the earlier we can direct therapies at the child. Specifically, high intensity physical therapy and possibly early surgery to prevent more significant problems in the future, and hopefully improve overall function and quality of life.\"\nThis research is funded in part by Delaware Bioscience Center for Advance Technology, the National Science Foundation (award #'s 0944557 and 1316055), the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine and Nemours.\nThe birth of a biotechnology startup\nMarsh credits his unique background in computational biology, marine science and academia with helping him to approach problems in human health in a non-traditional way.\nIn Antarctica, Marsh was trying to understand how environmental forces epigenetically altered DNA methylation patterns in invertebrate worms. Specifically, he was studying how stress from low temperatures and low food availability stimulated chemical changes at the cellular level to help cells survive, and how those changes were passed along to future generations.\nAt the time, available techniques to do this work were expensive and focused on human model systems, so Marsh developed his own method and platform to measure DNA methylation patterns using NGS data. Once the platform was working, Marsh realized it could be applied to any organism, including the human genome.\n\"Genomes are genomes, but I needed more funding support to push the tool further,\" Marsh said.\nDavid Weir, then director of UD's Office of Economic Innovation and Partnerships (OEIP), helped Marsh protect his idea and introduced him to Jeb Connor, whose expertise lies at the nexus of software and life sciences. Early on, Connor peppered Marsh with questions about the technology before arranging meetings for Marsh to speak with others about the project. Fast forward 100 or so presentations and the pair knew they were on to something worthwhile.\nMarsh and Connor co-founded the biotech startup company GenPro in 2011 and commercialized in 2014. Today, GenPro has a core team of five professionals and the GenPro software platform provides a fast, cost-effective and more accurate way to measure DNA methylation patterns over traditional techniques.\nMarsh called OEIP an incredible resource that helped him \"stay on track, make the right contacts in the business community and push [his] ideas further\" than he could alone. And there were others too, from Connor who helped Marsh develop his analytics platform into a product with a solid business plan, to the health care systems and other partners the GenPro team has developed along the way.\n\"I've been impressed by Delaware's ecosystem,\" Marsh said. \"It wasn't just us at GenPro with an idea, we had help from UD, agencies and other companies. From small things like people who were willing to give us feedback about our idea, to state funding through Delaware Bioscience Center for Advanced Technology grants to do the genetic sequencing.\"\nLast fall, GenPro and researchers at Christiana Care Health System announced a promising new blood assay, or test, that may improve the ability to detect breast cancer when used in conjunction with routine monitoring, such as mammography.\nThe assay leverages the GenPro analytics to identify epigenetic biomarkers that can be used to detect subtle changes in the immune response in women with different stages of breast cancer. The work is a collaborative project with Christiana Care immunologist Jennifer Sims-Mourtada, director of translational breast cancer research at the Helen R. Graham Cancer Center and Research Institute. The team completed its first pilot study in 2016 and has raised funds from various sources to support ongoing preclinical work.\nIn other work, GenPro researchers are conducting pilot studies with the Endometriosis Institute in Chicago to explore an early diagnostic screening for endometriosis, a condition believed to affect approximately one in 10 women of reproductive age.\nGenPro was named a Top 10 Drug Discovery and Development Solution Provider by Pharma Tech Outlook magazine in 2017.\nLike Publishing, Tech, Wellness From the glaciers new studies to help cerebral palsy and beyond.\nAbout the Author: Fabio Paolucci\nChief Business Development Officer @STUDIO CP CREATIVE www.studiocpcreative.com\nAira \u2013 The assistant for blind persons\nWayve Believe Machine Learning is Key to Unlock Safe...","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Mary Lynn Rajskub\n24's Howard Gordon - Final Countdown\nJack Bauer (Kiefer Sutherland, center) faces his final conflict this season on 24. Photo by Kelsey McNeal and copyright of Fox.\nNow in its eighth season with Kiefer Sutherland starring as the heroic Jack Bauer, the inventive and suspenseful 24 has been nominated for a total of 68 Emmy Awards - winning for Outstanding Drama Series in 2006. Over the course of seven seasons, Sutherland garnered seven Emmy nominations and a win for Outstanding Lead Actor - Drama Series. While the series gained global recognition, Sutherland's portrayal of the legendary character penetrated the American psyche like no other dramatic television character to become part of the English lexicon.\nPremiering on November 6th, 2001, 24 employed a pioneering, split-screen, fast-paced format with complex interweaving storylines as viewers followed anti-terrorism agent Jack Bauer through pulse-pounding episodes, each covering one hour and presented in real time. On Monday, May 24th, the show's eighth and last season will conclude with a two-hour finale airing on Fox from 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. EST\/PST. Last Friday, 24 showrunner and executive producer Howard Gordon chatted with myself and other journalists about the series and his work on it. The following is an edited version of that Q & A - enjoy!\nThere is a huge online and Twitter fan base for this show that has been upset about the death of Annie Wersching's character, Renee. Was there another choice you had been pondering, or was killing the character off the idea from the beginning?\nHOWARD GORDON - Typically we come upon these things as more of improvisations, but this was one that we had come up with at the very beginning of the season and stuck with for reasons that I think everybody is seeing right now, which is obviously motivating Jack Bauer (Kiefer Sutherland) to this very final, climactic confrontation and taking him to a place he has never been before. I have to say that I'm taking peoples' outrage as a measure of interest, and their indifference would have been far more hurtful than their outrage. But we have a history of doing that. I remember when that happened with Edgar (Louis Lombardi) we got a fair bit of angry e-mail, but, yes, this is something that we've thought about and thought about very carefully, and hopefully did it well.\nI was wondering if the decision that this would be 24's last season came early enough that you could do any adjustments in the show, or is this the way you were going to end this no matter what?\nHG - It's a good question, and it was one that the network asked as well. To me, the show was always going to end the way it was going to end, whether there was a ninth season or a movie because the story has been told. What I think changed, though, was the context of it all. In other words, it really took on a different meaning. I've said this in the past that I think any number of seasons in years past \u2013 season four, season five, I think even last year \u2013 could have been a really cool series finale. Only the fact that this was our series finale did it really have the kind of context that, wow, we're really saying goodbye to this character. And there is a final moment that is very specific to the series finale. It's not so much a plot moment, but it's a punctuation mark that I think is unique to the series finale. But the answer is really no. We told the story the way it was going to be told and would have no matter what.\nAre there any hints you can give about what people might expect in the series finale? Also, was there an emotional place you wanted to leave Jack as you wrapped up the show?\nHG - We tried on a couple of very different endings for size and the one we came to at the end is the one that felt just right. So it was not for lack of trying a couple of different ways. But we knew it when we saw it, that this was the right way to do it. One thing we tried and didn't work was happily ever after for Jack. Forgetting for a moment about the last eight seasons, what he does in these last few episodes, which you haven't seen yet, leaves him once again in a very compromised place morally, ethically and emotionally. This show is a tragedy, so to give Jack a happy ending just didn't feel authentic. We gave him a happy beginning, and I really am very pleased with the way we started and, of course, gave him something to care about with Annie Wersching (Renee Walker) and his own family. And of course, circumstances and the story dictated a kind of very complex confrontation.\nAs far as what can expect in the finale has to do with the things that were aligning, which were basically Chloe (Mary Lynn Rajskub) versus Jack versus President Taylor (Cherry Jones). We're taking all these characters to places that we've never seen them before. We knew it constituted a risk and one that was frankly challenging to write and, among the actors, pretty challenging to play. But it was one really we think was worth taking and I think it pays off really well in the end. In the spirit of trying to take the series to a place where it hasn't been before, we've done this thing. It's certainly not playing it safe, but it is very emotionally climactic and, we think, we're pretty excited by it.\nA lot of fans absolutely hated the whole Dana Walsh (Katee Sackhoff) character and sub-plot; I wanted to sort of get your defense of how that whole thing played out.\nHG - Every season there is something that people seem to fixate on. You know, I got it and I guess all I kept telling people was to please wait until the story had been told before they commented. To me, I think episode 20 answered that question. I'm really, really proud of that episode and what I liked about it, too, was that for the first time, this very complex and admittedly very confused and crazy character, this onion of a character, got peeled down to the nub and you finally really understand a little bit, anyway, who she is. Now, of course, she is a sociopath and it's kind of an insane story. But we also saw that Dana really cared about Cole (Freddie Prinze, Jr.); that she really had done this all to get out of a situation she got herself into.\nLook, it's crazy, the fact that there is a girl from Rock Springs who somehow manages to get in to CTU as an analyst under an alias. And the fact that the Russians had sponsored her and put her in there made it make some sense. I think it was a pretty wild roller coaster of a character which Katee pulled off, I think, beautifully. What I liked about it was that what felt unnatural or weird and maybe what didn't resonate with people at the beginning was that very fact that Dana wasn't authentic, that she was this counterfeit personality in the midst of our heroes.\nI'm happy with the way it resolved. I really haven't gone online to see how people reacted or whether they are even more upset. But I think in the end, Dana acquitted herself pretty well and her story turned out to be very interesting.\nAbout a month or two ago there was some talk on the business side of whether the show might be shopped around elsewhere (another network). Was there ever really anything to that? Would that have been something you wanted to do?\nHG - You know, it wasn't something I wanted to do. It was something that I was willing to entertain as a loyal Fox employee - to help Fox find new personnel to run the show, and maybe even recruit some of the guys who had been with me. But when we really looked at each other, Kiefer included, I think we all felt that we were really telling our final season. We kind of knew that at the beginning of the year, and we always kept the door open. Fox may have had different conversations that didn't share entirely the same concerns we had in terms of that fact that we had really come to the creative conclusion of the story and wanted to end as close to the top as we can. But we did have some real conversations, and I certainly was insinuated into them. However, when we really sat down and considered it, it was something that just never caught fire.\nI guess you're taking Jack to a place he's never been before, but he's been pretty far down already in the episodes. Can he get so low, though, that he can't come back? And can he come back?\nHG - That's a great question; that was really the question we asked ourselves and certainly the studio asked us. The answer is no. The good part about Jack's character, and I really believe what has been a good part of the show, is that we never press reset. In other words, Jack is a character and you feel the accumulated scars of his experience and the weight of his actions for eight years. Jack has never been able to sort of snap back, even when he is happy, even when we introduced Audrey (Kim Raver) in season five. It wasn't like that didn't discount all the tragedy that had preceded it. Like in the beginning of this year, Jack allowed himself a moment of joy or possibility of human contact with his own daughter and her husband and his granddaughter, but it doesn't discount what has happened before.\nSo I don't think Jack is ever going to recover from what has gone on. It just adds to the weight as well as the complexity and darkness of his character. Jack has never gone happily-ever-after; that's just not in his wheel house. The show is ultimately a tragedy and you have to really play that and you have to honor that.\nWhen you cast Katee Sackhoff, what exactly in her past body of work did you see as potential for the Dana character and how you wanted to develop it?\nHG - Honestly, when we cast her, all the writers were just all fans of hers from Battlestar Galactica. We met Katee, sat down with her and just liked her as a person. We knew that Dana was a character with a past and we knew that she was a really interesting actor. But in all honesty, we weren't sure where the character was going to go and were just sort of willing to proceed in good faith that we'd find something. It really, really was a challenging part and Katee was completely game for everything we threw at her. And again, particularly in episode 20, I think that was her greatest moment. She gave a phenomenal and nuanced performance.\nThis season, what moment are you most proud of, most satisfied with? And conversely, is there anything you wish you had done differently but just couldn't because of time, resources or budget?\nHG - I'll start with the first question. The moment I'm most proud of, frankly, is the very last one, which obviously you haven't seen yet. I'd kind of been obsessing for a while about what was going to be the last image or the last second on a real-time show, and I think that maybe it has a little more weight than any other moment of any other season finale. So for me, that was really something I was very, very happy with. Otherwise, I think we had some phenomenally exciting moments, one being when Renee took off Ziya's thumb. I loved that moment and the way she played it. It was just a beautiful performance and one that wasn't necessarily in the script. The way she sort of sexualized the character was a great moment. I loved Hassan's death, too. I thought that was really moving as well as surprising and sad. I'd say those are my two favorite moments except for the last one.\nAs far as regrets, I have remarkably few regrets, or none. I'd say the only thing was that the budget was rolled back a bit this year as it was across the board for all Fox shows. Hopefully it was invisible to the audience, but we didn't have what in years past was a real ability to re-shoot or enhance some of the production. So we had to do a little bit of belt-tightening.\nWhen you look back at the legacy of 24, I know that everybody is going to remember the innovative concept. I'm just curious, are you happy with that being the legacy of the show, or would you prefer it to be something else?\nHG - I think you're right. One of the legacies of the show, and perhaps the most important one, is the revolutionary concept. But I think the legacy of the show is also, having been here from the beginning, is the fact that we just never let go of the reins and truly never let down our guard. I'm just proud of the effort that everybody put into the show from our end creating the show. The audience stayed with us by and large, and I think that is a measure of the fact that we kept the story interesting to us to create it. Consequently, it was interesting to write it.\nThe legacy of the show, too, we certainly seemed to have an interesting dance with the culture and with our society and with the world after 9\/11. So I think we very much were part of the first decade of this century; we played a role in it somehow and I think that legacy is a significant one as well. But hopefully we just put on a really good TV show that people will continue to watch on DVD and in reruns.\nWhat have you enjoyed most, would you say, about your 24 experience and what has been perhaps the most creatively fulfilling for you, working on the show?\nHG - Getting to work with such talented people is a privilege, and you have to have been doing it for long enough and be of a certain age to really appreciate it. First of all, starting with my colleagues, my fellow writers were just brilliant. I got to work with, I think, some of the best writers and producers in the business. The entire crew, because of the culture we created, everybody really was a stakeholder in the show so whether it was hair and make-up or wardrobe or props, people all were involved. And our editors, our editors are some of the best storytellers I've ever met. Not that it was a democracy, but it certainly was a collective effort. It was a team, and a lot of these people have been on this team now for nine years, so getting to work with people \u2013 I'll never have the chance to work with this many talented people ever again. I can't really describe any great moment, but it was just a great nine years and an amazing privilege.\nAs noted above, photo by Kelsey McNeal and copyright of Fox Television, so please no unauthorized copying or duplicating of any kind. Thanks!\nPosted at 03:00 AM in 24, Annie Wersching, Cherry Jones, Crime Drama, Dana Walsh, Entertainment, Fox TV, Freddie Prinze Jr, Howard Gordon, Jack Bauer, Katee Sackhoff, Kiefer Sutherland, Kim Raver, Louis Lombardi, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Renee Walker, TV, Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)\nTags: 24, Annie Wersching, Cherry Jones, Crime Drama, Dana Walsh, Entertainment, Fox TV, Freddie Prinze Jr, Howard Gordon, Jack Bauer, Katee Sackhoff, Kiefer Sutherland, Kim Raver, Louis Lombardi, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Renee Walker, TV\n24: Day Eight Will Be The Award-Winning Series' Swan Song\nJack Bauer (Kiefer Sutherland) saving the day once again this season on 24. Photo by Kelsey McNeal and copyright of Fox Television.\nIN a joint decision made by 24's star and executive producer Kiefer Sutherland, executive producer and showrunner Howard Gordon, Twentieth Century Fox Television, Imagine Entertainment and Fox Broadcasting Company, it was determined that the acclaimed series will end its remarkable eight-season run. Jack Bauer's last day on Fox will conclude when the final two hours of \"Day Eight\" air Monday, May 24th from 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. EST\/PST. As the countdown to the series' climactic conclusion races on, the final 11 hours will air uninterrupted Mondays @ 9:00 p.m. EST\/PST on Fox.\nMultiple award-winning series star Kiefer Sutherland reflected on the show's run, \"This has been the role of a lifetime, and I will never be able to fully express my appreciation to everyone who made it possible. While the end of the series is bittersweet, we always wanted 24 to finish on a high note, so the decision to make the eighth season our last was one we all agreed upon. This feels like the culmination of all our efforts from the writers to the actors to our fantastic crew and everyone at Fox. Looking ahead to the future, Howard Gordon and I are excited about the opportunity to create the feature film version of 24. But when all is said and done, it is the loyal worldwide fan base that made it possible for me to have the experience of playing the role of Jack Bauer, and for that I am eternally grateful.\"\nExecutive producer and showrunner Howard Gordon said, \"Kiefer and I have loved ever minute of making 24, but we al believe that now is the right time to call it a day. I echo his sentiments of gratitude towards the show's amazing creative team, as well as the studio and network who have always believed in us and shown us unbelievable support.\"\n\"24 is so much more than just a TV show - it has redefined the drama genre and created one of the most admired action icons in television history,\" said Peter Rice, Chairman, Entertainment, Fox Networks Group. Kevin Reilly, President, Entertainment, Fox Broadcasting Company added, \"We are extremely proud of this groundbreaking series and will be forever thankful to Kiefer, the producers, the cast and crew for everything they've put into 24 over the years. It's truly been an amazing and unforgettable eight days.\"\nCommented Gary Newman and Dana Walden, Chairman, Twentieth Century Fox Television, \"We are so grateful to Kiefer and Howard, who have really poured their hearts and souls into making this show over the past eight seasons. To everyone who contributed to this iconic series over its amazing run, we want to extend our heartfelt appreciation for your incredible work.\"\nAdded Imagine Entertainment's Brian Grazer, \"I'm so proud to have been a part of 24, which has become such a cultural phenomenon. And to Kiefer and Howard and everyone who has worked on the show, many thanks.\"\nNow in its eighth season with Kiefer Sutherland starred as the heroic Jack Bauer, the inventive and suspenseful 24 has been nominated for a total of 68 Emmy Awards, winning for Outstanding Drama Series in 2006. Over the course of seven seasons, Sutherland garnered seven Emmy nominations and one win for Outstanding Lead Actor - Drama Series. While the series gained global recognition, Sutherland's portrayal of the legendary character penetrated the American psyche like no other dramatic television character to become part of the English lexicon.\nPremiering November 6th, 2001, 24 employed a pioneering split-screen, fast-paced format with complex interweaving storylines as viewers followed anti-terrorism agent Jack Bauer through 24 pulse-pounding episodes, each covering one hour and presented in real time. Subsequent seasons combined the show's unique and trend-setting format while delivering compelling new elements and attracting talented actors and guest-stars including the Emmy Award-winning Cherry Jones (President Allison Taylor). The series also currently stars Mary Lynn Rajskub (Chloe O'Brian), Anil Kapoor (Omar Hassan), Annie Wersching (Renee Walker), Katee Sackhoff (Dana Walsh), Mykelti Williamson (Brian Hastings), Freddie Prinze Jr. (Cole Ortiz), Chris Diamantopoulos (Rob Weiss) and John Boyd (Arlo Glass).\nThe first six seasons were set in Los Angeles, and following the strike-induced delay of season seven, 24; Redemption, a two-hour film bridging seasons six and seven, was set in Africa. The nation's capital, Washington D.C. was the setting for season seven, and the final year of 24 finds Jack Bauer thwarting a terrorist attack in New York. At the conclusion of season eight, 24 will have produced a total of 194 episodes (including 24: Redemption), making it one of the longest-running action television shows in history.\nTune in Monday, March 29th @ 9:00 p.m. EST\/PST for the next all-new installment of 24 and Monday, April 5th @ 9:00 p.m. EST\/PST for a special two-hour episode.\nCreated by Joel Surnow and Robert Cochran, 24 is a production of 20th Century Fox Television and Imagine Television in association with Teakwood Lane Productions. Howard Gordon, Evan Katz, David Fury, Manny Coto, Brannon Braga, Brad Turner, Alex Gansa, Kiefer Sutherland and Brian Grazer and executive producers, while Chip Johannessen and Patrick Harbinson serve as co-executive producers. Brad Turner will direct the series finale.\nPosted at 03:00 AM in 24, 24:Redemption, Alex Gansa, Anil Kapoor, Annie Werschng, Arlo Glass, Brad Turner, Brannon Braga, Brian Grazer, Brian Hastings, Cherry Jones, Chip Johannessen, Chloe O'Brian, Chris Diamantopoulos, Cole Ortiz, Crime Drama, Dana Walden, Dana Walsh, David Fury, Entertainment, Evan Katz, Freddie Prinze Jr, Gary Newman, Howard Gordon, Imagine Entertainment, Jack Bauer, Joel Surnow, John Boyd, Katee Sackhoff, Kevin Reilly, Kiefer Sutherland, Manny Coto, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Mykelti Williamson, Omar Hassan, Patrick Harbinson, Peter Rice, President Allison Taylor, Renee Walker, Rob Weiss, Robert Cochran, Teakwood Lane Productions, TV, Twentieth Century Fox Television, Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)\nTags: 24, 24:Redemption, Alex Gansa, Anil Kapoor, Annie Werschng, Arlo Glass, Brad Turner, Brannon Braga, Brian Grazer, Brian Hastings, Cherry Jones, Chip Johannessen, Chloe O'Brian, Chris Diamantopoulos, Cole Ortiz, Crime Drama, Dana Walden, Dana Walsh, David Fury, Entertainment, Evan Katz, Freddie Prinze Jr, Gary Newman, Howard Gordon, Imagine Entertainment, Jack Bauer, Joel Surnow, John Boyd, Katee Sackhoff, Kevin Reilly, Kiefer Sutherland, Manny Coto, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Mykelti Williamson, Omar Hassan, Patrick Harbinson, Peter Rice, President Allison Taylor, Renee Walker, Rob Weiss, Robert Cochran, Teakwood Lane Productions, TV, Twentieth Century Fox Television\n24's Anil Kapoor - Bollywood's Finest\nAnil Kapoor as Omar Hassan on 24. Photo by Kelsey McNeal and copyright of Fox.\nThis season of 24 is set in New York, where Jack Bauer (Kiefer Sutherland) is unwillingly drawn back into action just as President Allison Taylor (Cherry Jones) negotiates international security with Omar Hassan (Anil Kapoor), a determined Middle Eastern leader visiting the U.S. on a peace-keeping mission. As the new day unfolds, an upgraded CTU operates under the command of M.B.A.-schooled, razor-sharp head-honcho Brian Hastings (Mykelti Williamson), who supervises quirky Chloe O'Brian (Mary Lynn Rajskub), expert data analyst Dana Walsh (Katee Sackhoff) and systems analyst Arlo Glass (John Boyd).\nOne of the most versatile and successful actors in India, Anil Kapoor has been entertaining audiences for more than 25 years. His talent, charm and professionalism have set the benchmark for a new generation of Indian actors. He has appeared in close to 100 Hindi movies and won numerous awards over the years, including four Filmfare Awards (the Indian equivalent of the Oscars) and much coveted National Award.\nA native of Mumbai, Kapoor recently starred in the Academy Award-winning hit Slumdog Millionaire. The film was the actor's first feature released outside of India and a favorite of both critics and audiences. It was awarded a multitude of prizes, including the Academy Award for Best Picture, as well as BAFTAs, National Board of Review and Golden Globes. His additional credits include Race, Black and White, Welcome, Naksha, Chocolate, My Wife's Murder, Bewafaa, Arman, Rishtey, Lajia, Taal, Yuvvraaj and Salaam-E-Ishq. Kapoor is married with three children. He has two daughters, one is a successful model and the other is a film student in New York, as well as a son who is a film student in Los Angeles. The actor divides his time between India and Los Angeles.\nOn January 14th, Mr. Kapoor graciously spoke with journalists, including myself, about his work as Omar Hassan on 24 and career in general. The following is an edited version of our conversation! Enjoy!\nIn the early episodes of 24, Hassan is a very standup guy. Over the course of the storyline will we get to see what the problem is with his marriage and why he's having an affair?\nAnil Kapoor - Actually it is not an affair, but kind of a relationship, which he feels is more like a minor relationship and, intellectually, he believes it's more of a friendship. While there is a possibility that it might develop later on into a relationship, it doesn't. And, yes, you will see the details of his marriage when the other episodes progress and develop after the fourth episode.\nSo you think that his relationships with these women is a big part of the character?\nAK - Absolutely, because he is a normal person who has his gray areas, which makes him very human and very real. So yes, of course, he has these relationships and he has his problems with the relationship with his wife and he has a relationship with this journalist.\nCan you talk a bit about what it's like to work with Kiefer Sutherland and Freddie Prinze, Jr (Cole Ortiz)?\nAK - I'd heard so much about 24 and Keifer, and it never felt to me as if he had done eight seasons of this show. It felt like he was working as if it was his first year, and his commitment and excitement was as if he had just started shooting 24. I was really impressed by his commitment and professionalism. It was wonderful to work with him and every line he speaks, every performance he gives, it looks as if he's Jack Bauer and not Kiefer Sutherland. He's completely into the skin of Jack Bauer; he's become more Jack Bauer than Kiefer Sutherland now when he's on-set. And working with Freddie Prinze, I could see that he was very eager and curious, as well as extremely hardworking, very sincere and a very good-looking guy. He fits the role and I think 24 is going to gain a great deal from his addition to and participation in the show.\nHow was Kiefer welcoming to you, and did he offer any advice?\nAK - The first time we met he said he had seen Slumdog Millionaire and loved my work in the film, so those words of encouragement from Kiefer eased my mind and gave me a lot of confidence. When two actors meet and there is a mutual respect for each other's work, it makes the job much, much easier. This is only my second stint as a performer in the United States of America, but Kiefer never made me feel like an outsider, and that was really great.\nDid you have any concerns about going on 24? To be honest, most Indian or minority actors on the show play terrorists, whereas your character is a much more positive and very standup guy. What did you think of all that when taking on the part?\nAK - When I first heard about the role I became really inspired because it was not just your [typical] bad man, and I felt that here was someone who stands up for his own convictions and what he believes in. It's a very strong character and there all these layers and this complexity involved. Being from India, I was very fortunate to be given the opportunity to play this role of Omar Hassan and that it was on 24. I've read a lot of scripts in India as well as internationally, but the writing on 24 is very special.\nAfter 24 do you have any plans to keep trying to get work in the U.S. whether in TV or movies or would you be interested in spending more time focusing on your film career in India?\nAK - As an actor, especially the way the world is today where the communication is so easy, I don't think it's very difficult to juggle both worlds. And I think wherever it is in the world, I'm going to go where the material is exciting, especially if it's from the West because for me, it's much more challenging. I'm performing in a different language, and mostly I've been doing films in my local language, which is Hindi, and now here I get an opportunity to speak in English, which is my first language in India. Sometimes I would have difficulty working in films over there because I would think in English, but now I'm finding it much more exciting and easier to work in films made in the West. So this is an exciting phase in my career, and this second TV experience [on 24] has been wonderful and absolutely terrific.\nCould you tell us how you first became involved in 24 and getting this particular role?\nAK - I feel it's thanks to Slumdog Millionaire, because they [the 24 producers] saw that the movie was such a huge success, critically as well as commercially. It swept all the awards and everyone was talking about it. I got rave reviews and I never really expected this kind of appreciation for my role. I'm sure people on 24 had seen and liked my work and that's the reason I was given this offer and I grabbed it.\nIf Slumdog Millionaire didn't happen, would you have tried out for a part like this?\nAK - I don't think this would have really happened if Slumdog Millionaire never happened. Again, I think it's thanks to Slumdog Millionaire that I'm in 24 and it couldn't have been a better follow-up. On 24 I play something which is completely opposite to what I did in Slumdog Millionaire, and that's always exciting for an actor when you do something completely different and opposite in terms of a role. I've done over 100 feature films in India but I've never done TV there, so for me, this second time doing U.S. TV was something new, fresh, exciting, educational and I really loved every moment of it.\nWas there anything in particular that you did to prepare for this role?\nAK - Yes, I did. As a matter of fact, the most exciting part of all this was the preparation for the role, which I really loved. I play the leader or president of a fictitious country, which is supposed to be a Middle Eastern country, so I looked at a lot of world leaders, past and present, and researched their speeches, their body language and how to speak. I read a number of books as well on the United Nations as well as peace treaties, nuclear disarmament, etc. So all that really helped me. Also, even though I speak English, I had a dialogue coach. I had long sessions with him during the entire filming of 24, and he was of great help to me as far as figuring out how my character would speak. Because Hassan is British, or was educated in Britain, we gave him a bit of a British accent. So in 24 you'll find a complete change in the way I look, the way I walk, the way I talk and in my voice quality as compared to what I've done before.\nCan you tell us a little bit about any other projects that you may have in the works?\nAK - At the moment I am working on two movies in India, one is a comedy called No Problem, which is a mainstream Indian film and I play a cop, and then there's I Shall, which is based on Jane Austen's Emma. Both these films are almost in post-production and they'll be released this year. As soon as I return to India I'll be doing a play, which is going to tour all over the world.\nWhat has made a career in this industry rewarding for you so far?\nAK - I've been very fortunate from the first time I faced the camera, and it's always been in terms of satisfaction as well as financial stability, education and meeting people all over the world. I'm not a very academically educated person, but I think being educated is through people and people I work with and the work I've done in films, etc. So it's been very, very rewarding for me.\nAs noted above, photo by Kelsey McNeal and copyright of Fox, so please no unauthorized copying or duplicating of any kind. Thanks!\nPosted at 03:00 AM in 24, Anil Kapoor, Cherry Jones, Entertainment, Espionage, Fox Television, Freddie Prinze Jr, Jack Bauer, John Boyd, Katee Sackhoff, Kiefer Sutherland, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Mykelti Williamson, Omar Hassan, President Allison Taylor, Slumdog Millionaire, TV, Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)\nTags: 24, Anil Kapoor, Cherry Jones, Entertainment, Espionage, Fox Television, Freddie Prinze Jr, Jack Bauer, John Boyd, Katee Sackhoff, Kiefer Sutherland, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Mykelti Williamson, Omar Hassan, President Allison Taylor, Slumdog Millionaire, TV\nGregory Itzin Returns In Season Eight of 24\n[caption id=\"attachment_3999\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Blast from the past - 24\/Day 6 - Former President Charles Logan (Gregory Itzin) and Jack Bauer (Kiefer Sutherland). Photo copyright of Fox\"] [\/caption] THE anticipation for Season Eight of 24 continues to surge with Gregory Itzin reprising his acclaimed role as Charles Logan. The Emmy award-winning drama starring Kiefer Sutherland returns for its next astonishing day with a two-night, four-hour premiere event Sunday, January 17th, 2010 (9 p.m. - 11 p.m. EST\/PST) and Monday, January 18th, 2010 (8 p.m. - 10 p.m. EST\/PST). The disgraced former President Logan was last seen after being shockingly stabbed by First Lady Martha Logan (Jean Smart) in Season Six. Itzin's return to 24 will bring together the series' two Emmy-nominated \"presidents\" for the first time when sitting President Allison Taylor (Emmy award-winner Cherry Jones) reluctantly enlists Logan to assist with an escalating international diplomatic crisis. When asked about this onscreen pairing, 24 executive producer Howard Gordan said, \"The opportunity for these two remarkable actors to share the stage was simply too compelling to pass up.\" Season Eight resets in New York City where a retired Jack Bauer (Sutherland) is unwillingly drawn back into the intense action after learning of a plot to assassinate Middle Eastern peace-keeping leader Omar Hassan (Anil Kapoor). Meanwhile, Renee Walker (Annie Wersching) and Chloe O'Brian (Mary Lynn Rajskub) return alongside CTU newcomer Dana Walsh (Katee Sackhoff), Brian Hastings (Mykelti Williamson) and Cole Ortiz (Freddie Prinze Jr.). As noted above, photo is copyright of Fox Television, so please no unauthorized copying or duplicating of any kind. Thanks!\nPosted at 03:00 AM in 24, Anil Kapoor, Annie Wersching, Cherry Jones, Crime Drama, Entertainment, Fox Television, Freddie Prinze Jr, Gregory Itzin, Howard Gordon, Jack Bauer, Jean Smart, Katee Sackhoff, Kiefer Sutherland, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Mykelti Williamson, TV, Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)\nFROM outer space perils to down-to-earth turmoil, former Battlestar Galactica actress Katee Sackhoff (Captain Kara \"Starbuck\" Thrace) along with Freddie Prinze Jr., Mykelti Williamson, John Boyd, Jennifer Westfeldt and Chris Diamantopoulos have joined the cast of 24 for the show's eight season. The Emmy award-winning drama starring Kiefer Sutherland returns for yet another surprising day with a two-night, four-hour premiere beginning Sunday, January 17th, 2010 from 9 p.m. - 11 p.m. EST\/PST on Fox. Season eight will unfold in New York City amidst the shadows of the Statue of Liberty and the United Nations. In this new day, CTU has been upgraded and is being run by MBA-schooled and razor-sharp head honcho Brian Hastings (Williamson - Forrest Gump). Cole Ortiz (Prinze), an ex-Marine who wants to follow in Jack Bauer's (Sutherland) footsteps, runs the division's field operations. Expert data analyst Dana Walsh (Sackhoff) collaborates with systems analyst Arlo Glass (Boyd - The Notorious Bettie Page) inside CTU. Rob Weiss (Diamantopoulos - The Starter Wife) serves as President Allison Taylor's (Cherry Jones) new chief of staff, and Meredith Reed (Westfeldt - Grey's Anatomy) is an ambitious journalist with ties to the unfolding situation. Sutherland, Jones, Mary Lynn Rajskub (Chloe O'Brian) and Annie Wersching (Renee Walker) also return. In addition, Bollywood icon Anil Kapoor of Slumdog Millionaire fame makes his American TV debut as Omar Hassan, a Middle Eastern leader who comes to the U.S. on a peacemaking mission.\nPosted at 03:00 AM in 24, Anil Kapoor, Annie Wersching, Cherry Jones, Chris Diamantopoulos, Entertainment, Freddie Prinze Jr, Jennifer Westfeldt, John Boyd, Katee Sackhoff, Kiefer Sutherland, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Mykelti Williamson, The Fox Network, Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Fast Market Research\nKuwait Freight Transport Report Q4 2012 - New Market Research Report\nFast Market Research recommends \"Kuwait Freight Transport Report Q4 2012\" from Business Monitor International, now available\nBoston, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11\/09\/2012 -- Kuwait's ports have struggled to recover the volumes they enjoyed prior to the global economic downturn, but BMI expects this largely to be achieved in 2012, with only total tonnage throughput at Shuaiba not forecast to recoup lost levels until 2013. If there are continued instances of industrial unrest and strikes, however, as Kuwait's ports have struggled with since the Arab Spring of 2011, then we may have to revise our forecasts down. The air freight sector was also hit in 2011, with volumes actually falling. 2012 has not started well, and we are forecasting another decline in tonnage at Kuwait International Airport in 2012.\nWhat continues to bode well for Kuwait's freight transport is our macroeconomic outlook for the country. Oil prices remain elevated, and this is translating into spending by the Kuwaiti government, and greater wealth among the populous. This is attracting logistics companies to add services to the country.\nView Full Report Details and Table of Contents\nHeadline Industry Data\n- 2012 Port of Shuaiba tonnage throughput growth forecast at 4.8% and to average 5.0% to 2016.\n- 2012 Kuwait International air freight tonnage forecast to contract by 3.9% and to average growth of just 0.3% a year to 2016.\n- 2012 total trade real growth forecast at 3.6% and to average 3.8% to 2016%.\nKey Industry Trends\nDHL Global Launches New Shanghai-Dubai Service\nGerman freight forwarder DHL Global Forwarding has announced that it has launched a new-less-thancontainer- load service between Shanghai and Dubai. The service will allow products to reach their destinations in either 17 or 19 days. Trade between China and the UAE was valued at US$120bn during H111. The service will also serve several other destinations in the Middle East, including Doha and Kuwait City.\nKuwaiti Mega Port Construction Suspended\nThe final phase of construction of Kuwait's Mubarak al-Kabir port has been suspended. This follows negotiations between the respective governments of Iraq and Kuwait. The port, which was initially intended to have 60 wharves, will now instead have 24.\nKOTC To Receive Nine Takers In FY14\/15\nThe Kuwait Oil Tanker Company (KOTC) is scheduled to receive nine new tankers from two South Korean companies in FY14\/15, said KOTC's chairman Bader al-Khashti. The company will receive five crude tankers from Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering, while Hyundai Mipo Dockyard will deliver four crude tankers.\nAbout Fast Market Research\nFast Market Research is an online aggregator and distributor of market research and business information. Representing the world's top research publishers and analysts, we provide quick and easy access to the best competitive intelligence available. Our unbiased, expert staff will help you find the right research to fit your requirements and your budget. For more information about these or related research reports, please visit our website at http:\/\/www.fastmr.com or call us at 1.800.844.8156.\nBrowse all Transportation research reports at Fast Market Research\nYou may also be interested in these related reports:\n- Australia Freight Transport Report Q4 2012\n- Poland Freight Transport Report Q4 2012\n- Malaysia Freight Transport Report Q4 2012\n- Romania Freight Transport Report Q4 2012\n- Czech Republic Freight Transport Report Q4 2012\n- Egypt Freight Transport Report Q4 2012\n- Hong Kong Freight Transport Report Q4 2012\n- Argentina Freight Transport Report Q4 2012\n- Hungary Freight Transport Report Q4 2012\n- Brazil Freight Transport Report Q4 2012\nBill Thompson\nFollow Fast Market Research\nFast Market Research - Logo\nSource: Fast Market Research\nPosted Friday, November 09, 2012 at 1:57 PM CST - Permalink","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"logo-greg-monforton\nGreg Monforton\nBrad Robitaille\nJennifer E. Bezaire\nDina Mejalli\nJoanna Sweet\nMelissa Novis\nHeather Colman\nJames Granger\nMyla Picco\nJaclyn Habas\nIrina Rosca\nLaura Nicola\nAircraft Injuries\nFree Case Evaluation (866) 320-4770 Live Chat\nParalyzed Hit-and-Run Victim Sues for $12.8 Million\nPosted on behalf of Greg Monforton & Partners Injury Lawyers on Sep 14, 2009 in Personal Injury\nA pedestrian left paralyzed by a hit-and-run driver has filed a $12.8-million lawsuit that names the City of Windsor and a prominent local developer among the defendants.\nMohammed Abed, 19, was walking in east Windsor after spending the night at a friends house watching a movie, drinking pop and socializing.\nIt was about 1:45 a.m. on Aug. 25, 2007 when he crossed Greenpark Boulevard. Before reaching the sidewalk on the other side of the street, an SUV driven by a suspended driver ran him down.\nThe 2007 Ford Expedition dragged Abed for a distance before throwing him into a concrete utility pole. Abed broke his neck and remains paralyzed from the chest down.\nThe driver who struck Abed, Michael Metodia Dorakofski, pleaded guilty earlier this year to criminal negligence causing bodily harm. Superior Court heard Dorakofski was prohibited from driving at the time because of unpaid tickets and a traffic conviction.\nDorakofski was also on probation for a break-and-enter conviction. One of the terms of his probation was that he abstain from alcohol. He spent the hours before hitting Abed at a charity fundraiser where he had been drinking.\nCourt heard Dorakofski had attended the charity event with his sister and her husband, Nick Rosati, co-owner of the construction company that bears his family name. They returned to the Rosati home in LaSalle before Dorakofski took his brother-in-laws SUV and drove the vehicle to Windsor. Dorakofski told the court he took the vehicle without Rosati's permission.\nWhether Rosati had given Dorakofski consent to drive the vehicle will be the subject of upcoming examinations for discovery in the civil case, said firm partner Greg Monforton, who is a trusted personal injury lawyer in Windsor. The lawsuit names Rosati as well as Ford Credit from whom the vehicle was leased.\nAlso named in the lawsuit is the City of Windsor. The lawsuit claims the city was negligent for having sidewalks on only one side of Greenpark Boulevard. The negligence claim and others in the civil suit have yet to be proven in court.\nThe vehicular traffic on that road is of such a volume that the city should have insisted on sidewalks on both sides, Monforton said Monday.\nAlso named is Allstate Insurance Company of Canada which insured Abed.\nAbed is suing for $10.3 million. His father, Adnan Abed, and mother Neima Awad, are suing for $1 million each. His older sister, Ala, and younger brother, Omar, are suing for $250,000 each.\nDorakofski denied his involvement in the crime until after a preliminary hearing in the criminal courts illustrated the evidence against him. Court heard that after striking Abed, Dorakofski continued to a friends house where he drank some more. He then elicited his girlfriends help to get the damaged SUV back to the Rosati home in LaSalle.\nRosati called LaSalle police the next day. LaSalle police contacted investigators in Windsor who took less than a week to implicate Dorakofski in the hit and run.\nIts unclear whether Dorakofski realized he had hit someone, but admitted, through his lawyer, that he did remember a thump.\nDorakofski was sentenced to three years in jail. Given the standard two-for-one credit for time he spent in jail prior to his sentencing, Dorakofskis sentence was reduced to one year and 10 months.\nThe repeat offender would not have been in jail had he not breached his bail conditions. Dorakofski had been released following his arrest, but was caught drinking alcohol in breach of the courts release order. He spit on the police officer who arrested him and was additionally charged with assault. He pleaded guilty to both the assault and breach before pleading guilty to the charges related to hitting Abed.\nMonforton said Abed, an immigrant from Jordan, was set to begin his first year of business administration studies at Wayne State University when the crash pre-empted his life. 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{"text":"Rockets vs Kings Game #80 Post Game Thread\nsofia April 14, 2013 at 7:01 PM\nRockets now officially taken 6 spot over Warriors with 2 games left.\nTo clinch 6th with 2 ROX wins, 2 GSW losses, or any combination.\nzxcvb April 14, 2013 at 7:12 PM\nIf Faried's ankle injury is a real problem, then the Rockets actually stand a chance against the Nuggets. No matter whom they face, I'm more worried about McHale\/Harden misusing Lin at their own peril. Hero Ball won't work in the playoffs and Mr. Clutch wears #7...\nsofia April 14, 2013 at 10:30 PM\nDenver Nuggets \u200f@denvernuggets\nUpdated story on @KennethFaried35. #Nuggets F says sprained ankle won't keep him out of the playoffs. http:\/\/on.nba.com\/1325rCz\n9:05 PM - 14 Apr 13\neb5attorney April 14, 2013 at 7:12 PM\nI think Rockets can spend their money more wisely than get Howard.\nKHuang April 14, 2013 at 7:27 PM\n0ccupati0 April 15, 2013 at 1:34 AM\nGet me a contract?\nLakers sign Andrew Goudelock from RGV Vipers\nGoudelock averaged 21.1 pts, 5.2 assists and 3.9 rebounds per game in 52 DL games.\nztrta April 14, 2013 at 7:17 PM\nI thought Goudelock was to be the Rockets. Now I'm confused.\nSome info:\nGoudelock was Lakers' 2nd-round draft pick in 2011, appeared in 40 games for the Lakers last season. Waived by the Lakers in October, started his season with the Sioux Falls Skyforce before being traded to RGV.\nJLIN POSTGAME VS KINGS\n[CF]\nSesshie April 14, 2013 at 7:23 PM\nlol @ the customary \"Patrick Beverley had a nice game with lots of energy\" comment in response to questions he doesn't want to answer XD\nJLi April 14, 2013 at 7:52 PM\nThat was pretty funny and shows that he reads what the fans and media are talking about.\ncali7 April 14, 2013 at 8:11 PM\nHe's so patient with the last reporter. Just like Ho Chen said on Joy Dunk Club.\nJ Lin's shot is looking better. He is looking awfully quick into the paint.\nBut 2 things really bug me about his game which I think could really take him to the next level:\n1. Moving his feet on defense. He's so flat footed, he just begs the opposing player to take him off the dribble. This definitely adds to the appearance that J Lin is not good on defense.\n2. When on offense with the ball, he's got to try dribble penetration WITHOUT a high screen. If he can beat his man without a screen then go into the paint, he will find a teammate or score. Yes it's more difficult, but he is quick enough to attempt this more. It'll open up the floor and his teammates won't get so tired having to run to the top of the key every time he runs a play.\nrintintin April 14, 2013 at 7:31 PM\n2. There's a high risk he drives into the paint and literally gets smashed for his efforts. Just my 1 cent.\n1. Lin's man Isaiah Thomas scored like 0 points on Lin this game, so Lin's defense was NOT A PROBLEM.\n2. I think that part of the reason Lin grabs the screen is because it CLEARS THE LANE so that he can get to the basket without his own guys standing in his way.\nHe's just taking it easy now that his health is the most important thing. He looked great in all those areas until the Rockets clinched. And he still looks good when he turns on the jets (Memphis late 4th quarter, today 3rd quarter).\nJust look at Faried's sudden injury. I don't want Jeremy going 110% in these mostly meaningless games and risk being banged up in the playoffs. It's all about what he brings in the playoffs.\nFor the first time ever, I'll agree with McHale: \"He'll be fine!\"\n1. Pls watch the replay of the first few minutes of the game. Lin's fast side footed defense just doggedly hounding the dribbler around the court prevented King's guard from scoring. In contrast, they went straight past Harden - and scored.\nI think that the Rockets won this game because they couldn't take risk being the 8th seed by the end of the regular season next Wednesday. But they better maneuver to finish in the 7th and not stay in the 6th place (Rockets hold the tiebreaker against the Warriors, which is why they are right now the 6th seed). They absolutely should avoid the 3rd seeded Nuggets.\nJLIN + TEAM HIGHLIGHTS VS KINGS\n[Blaiyan]\nI like the Lin-Smart hug at the end.\nKeith Smart showed his respect with handshake and a hug. Jeremy accepted but was stone-faced. \"Don't think I forgot how you treated me, Keith...\"\nOkay, I'm reading too much into it, ha.\nCara April 14, 2013 at 7:30 PM\nHaha, Lin doesn't handle the ball much in this game. Instead let Harden do what he wants and get his efficiency back up against these bottom feeders to cover up his true colors against the better teams and fullfill his ego. Lin's very clever now to handle this team dynamic and keep up the team chemistry. :-D\nMcHale: \"Having 45 wins for this team coming in, for all the newness, 29-12 at home is big...There's a lot of stuff to be proud of.\"\nHouston coach Kevin McHale said he might reduce his starters' minutes in the final two games, but he doesn't plan to sit out anyone.\nlxy April 14, 2013 at 7:39 PM\nI didn't see the game. How did Lin do?\nNoticed he only had 2 assists and 3 TOs but did get 15 points in only 26 minutes.\nFirst half: Missed some jumpers, frozen out of the offense (esp. with Harden hot), generally slow-motion\/taking it easy. Teammates can't finish. Great defense as usual.\nSecond half: Turned on the jets. Got to the line twice. Shot fearlessly 3\/3 (two jumpers and a pretty scoop-shot). Only played 3rd quarter because the Rockets destroyed the Kings so badly.\nJohn Lee April 14, 2013 at 7:41 PM\nThe true danger of the Nuggets lays not with its players, as the Rox have just as many talents. George Karl, however, has figured out McFail & Co. through and through, and knows to aim that Achilles heel every time. That, is what we should be concerned about.\nIt will be painful to watch Rox get torch in Denver. There isn't any Oxygen in that city. Even Miami will have problem to win over there. You how China train their Olympia, relocate them to Tibia for three years.\nI remember reading an article years ago that said that Denver's high altitude environment was mainly a PSYCHOLOGICAL effect on NBA players.\nNBA players are at peak physical condition. I've seen tons of teams go into Denver and just DESTROY the Nuggets in previous years. Jeremy Lin in particularly doesn't seem the least bit negatively affected by the Denver altitude.\nIf the Rockets play Jeremy Lin ball where he's passing to everyone, they have a legitimate chance at winning the series.\nIf they play Harden ball (the most likely outcome), the Rockets will probably lose every game by at least 20.\nSpencer Haywood April 14, 2013 at 8:35 PM\nAnd why would they play Harden ball? Because the coach allows it. So why are you a fan of the coach? You like McHale despite his treatment of Lin and you know the key for the Rox to win is team ball led by Lin. So why do you continue to be a supporter of McHale when he continually abuses, misuses and undermines Lin?\nSpencer Haywood, do you consider 30+ mpg and a starting position in every single game of the season as \"abuse, misuse, and undermining\" of Jeremy Lin?\nDo you feel that Harden being the lead scorer on a 106+ ppg team that is #1 in the entire NBA is not good enough for you?\nAre you unsatisfied with the 45 wins so far, a number that may climb to 47 wins despite the minimum wage and minimum age of this team?\nWhy are you unsatisfied with the offensive development of the big men on the team, especially since not a single one of those players was an offensive factor before coming to McHale?\nDo you really see absolutely no positives whatsoever in McHale's coaching?\nFanForLife April 14, 2013 at 9:44 PM\n@Benedict \"KHuang\" Arnold:\nIs there NO EVIL YOU WON'T DEFEND?\nWithout even including your jailbird-brained troll friend g-mo, here're the folks you've enthusiastically gone to bat for:\n1) Kevin McHale - pure evil\nI've never seen a coach so willing to cut off his own nose just to spite his face. That last game against Memphis should've shown you how brainless, perverse and hypocritical your COTY candidate is, but then, you actually have to have a brain to see any of that - which obviously you don't.\nSo let me enlighten you on the open-and-shut case of why McHale is as evil as a coach can get:\na) Dude preaches ball movement, but happily lets Harden iso at will. He's the reason Rox's \"superstar\" has turned into an egregious ballhog at the most inopportune times.\nb) McHale has too many times left Lin's backup in the 4th quarter because he had the hot hand. But when Lin has the hot hand? Of course, all final 4 possessions end up futilely in Harden's not-so-hot hands. Ladies and gentlemen, that's KHuang's COTY for you.\nc) At this point, there's no denying that McHale is an utter POS. To him, his Sasha was the most precious thing in the world. But a Harvard-educated NBA star? \"Let's see, how many ways can I humiliate him before a global audience? Repeatedly ream him out for the slightest misstep? Check. Repeatedly diss him at post-game pressers? Check. Conveniently \"forget\" his existence in 4th quarters because his backup is playing oh-so-well? Check.\"\nIt takes a really evil being to do what McHale does to Lin.\n2) Isiah Thomas - another example of evil incarnate\nGet this into your thick skull: Dolan did not have to shell out almost $12 million to the plaintiff in the sexual harassment suit because Thomas was innocent.\nYou don't get to be an outstanding PG without a high bball IQ, so it's not surprising Thomas has been credited with the occasional decent draft pick. But he was an unqualified disaster for the Knicks mainly because he let so many of his evil traits cloud his judgment as a head coach. Any Knicks fan will tell you Isiah is an egotistical racist that's been bad news everywhere he's landed after his playing career. There's a reason his Sacto namesake gets loudly and persistently booed at MSG.\nBut, naturally, you're also IT's lone fan on this site. Shockah.\n3) Of course, how can we forget your stout championship of willy-we-Europeans-authored-the-Final-Solution-for-Jews-but-Americans-are-the-Nazis-dilly?\nKnow why you love these guys? Here's why: turds have a tendency to float together.\nKHuang April 14, 2013 at 10:06 PM\nI asked you to keep flaming me on the other thread, FanforLife.\nThank you for obeying my request.\nNow I request that you flame me some more. MAKE IT PERSONAL and as MEAN AS POSSIBLE.\nYou HATE me, Fanforlife.\nI've actually known that from the start.\nI want you to show the world how much you HATE not just me, but other people here.\nAre your hands trembling in anger as you type your reply? If they are, GOOD.\nMake sure you flame attack not just me, but everybody else who agrees with me too.\nFanForLife April 14, 2013 at 10:21 PM\nOne of the many, many problems with you, Benedict Arnold, is that you're as much an intellectual midget as you are a physical one. Five-foot-five, eh? LOL.\nOkay, that was MEAN of me. It's not your fault you're vertically challenged. So let's move on.\nLook, shorty...oopsies, I did it again...\nSeriously, though, it's not like you could entirely help being a pint-sized piker. What can you do about inferior genes, right?\nJust. Do. Not. Procreate.\nThanks for obeying me, FanForLife.\nSo you HATE SHORT PEOPLE. Dang, that's a lot of Asians you think are \"midgets\". And don't you portray yourself as an Asian on this board, specifically a FEMALE Asian?\nYou're not through with flaming me - and the other short people on this forum.\nWhat exactly about 5'5\" is \"inferior\", FanForLife? You need to show this forum why you think that is such a bad thing.\nI'm totally enjoying your hate filled trolling, FanForLife.\nBy the way, I'm laughing my butt off at you exposing yourself as a troll. I would imagine other fans here are laughing at you too.\nI should date you, FanForLife.\nThere are many short Asian guys that make great boyfriends and husbands.\nIf you are female, you'd find those guys to be quite a HANDFUL.\nLet's see...who are the other people I \"hate\" here?\n1) Lin-hating trolls like geronimo? Yup\n2) An America-hating Euro Nazi who equates Americans with Nazis? Ya betcha.\n3) Defenders of said America-hating Euro Nazi? Guilty as charged.\nIf you have a problem with any of that, Benedict Arnold, well, YOU HAVE A PROBLEM.\nYou forgot another category, troll.\n4) \"Midget\" people who are 5'5\" and under that you consider \"inferior\".\nThat means that you HATE a great majority of Asians, troll.\nYou claim you're Asian, but I think you're lying your ass off. I think you're some sort of fakeass race troll who's posing as an Asian to try to flame other Asians. Other people here have pulled your troll stunts with far more skill and subtlety than you have, troll.\nI want you to describe in excruciating detail why your 5'5\" \"midgets\" are \"inferior\". Explain to everyone here why you have no respect for people of that size, troll.\nI am gleefully looking forward to you obeying my commands as you always have, troll.\nTrust me, there's NOTHING - and I mean, NOTHING - remotely appealing about an intellectual and physical midget - whatever their skin color or gender.\nEvery now and then, this board gets trolls like Fanforlife that LIE about being Asian.\nUsually these anti-Asian racist trolls like to pose as Asians in order to curry popular favor here. Then they spit every kind of hateful invective at people here with Asian screennames like myself.\nAh, you OBEYED MY COMMAND Fanforlife.\nGood troll. Good troll.\nThen you must hate Lin's PARENTS and BROTHER, as they are actually smaller than I am.\nSo what about it, troll? When we date, are you gonna crossdress as a woman or come as a man?\nFanforlife, steering you is easier than opponents steering Kevin McHale's motion offense.\nNow be a good little troll and explain to this board why you hate everybody who's 5'5\".\nAre you one of those people who's like into BIG WOMEN? There's nothing wrong with that if you are.\nAmazing. The delusions of grandeur of a third-rate musician who's so underemployed he's permanently parked on this site to spew his endless drivel.\nA case in point: Terrence Jones \"WILL GET EXPOSED\". LOL.\nHere's news for you. TJones is a rookie, and like the other Rox rooks, he sizzles and sometimes fizzles. That they're all being thrown into the deep end at this stage of the season is just more evidence of McHale's uselessness. That twit of a HC let his aversion to playing newcomers despite the Rox's run and gun style result in the team having to count on neophyte pro ballers to start and come off the bench during the playoffs.\nBut of course, McHale is your COTY. LOL.\nOh, so I'm a 3rd rate musician who's underemployed huh?\nC'mon fanforlife, we were just getting to know each other so well.\nI guess I'm just not your type of guy. Then again, you're DEFINITELY not my type of GUY. I only date women, so you as a man are out of the running for me. And changing your gender won't solve that for me.\nCome back. We have interesting topics to discuss, specifically your reasons for hating 5'5\" \"midgets\".\nBy the way FanForLife, you should be my music agent.\nSince you flame me for being \"underemployed\" for being \"permanently parked on this site\", I want you to point me in the direction of the gigs that take place on SUNDAY NIGHT 11 PM. Where are these fabulous gigs that would tear me away from our pleasant discussion?\nWhat do you think of all the \"midgets\" running around on this forum, as many of them are probably similar sized to me?\nAll that drivel and you don't even know my gender. LOL.\nHey, to see if I'm really Asian, how about we switch to Chinese for the rest of this \"dialogue\"?\nOops, I forgot, you don't even read or write Chinese. Are you really, really, really Chinese? LOL.\nSorry, I don't know any Asian guy of my generation who's 5-5, grandpa. And I'm surrounded by Asian guys. LOL.\nAh, the FAKEASS Chinese challenge.\nLi hammanga be shi, pai lang.\nAs if all Asians speak only Chinese.\nWith your gender, it's probably a good thing we're not dating. I'm a straight guy, but I'd be in for a rude surprise with you.\nYou don't know any Asian guy of your generation who's 5'5\"?\nHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!\nThat's the dumbest thing I've ever seen written on ANY forum - as if Asian guys aren't 5'5\"!!!!!\nIf you're surrounded by Asian guys who are bigger than 5'5\", I hope you're having a good time enjoying their bodily company.\n- For viewers deliciously watching Fanforlife eviscerate himself\/herself\/itself on line, watch closely. Notice that this troll is embarrassing itself without me doing too much.\nTrolls like Fanforlife love to fire hatred against 5'5\" midgets and such, but they only end up lighting up their own asses on fire!\nBURN BABY BURN!!!!!\nNow you're just babbling. All this speculation about dating me when you haven't even pinned down my gender. LOL.\nDidn't you CLAIM to be Taiwanese American, not just generically \"Asian\"? Well, I'm ready to switch to Chinese, script and all and not just phonetization of a few hand-me-down dialect words. Talk about \"FAKEASS\", LOL.\nBetween the babbling and the bluff and bluster...conduct totally unbecoming of a senior citizen. SMH.\nWell, since unlike you, I'm actually gainfully employed, I'll let you have the last word here.\nUntil your next egregiously stupid post, that is. Which means, see you in a few hours...max. LOL.\nMake sure that when you come back, you explain to everyone here why 5'5\" \"midgets\" have \"inferior genes\".\nYou came on this site to spew hatred, especially against short people. HERE'S YOUR CHANCE.\nSince I've got the last word here, I'll make it GOOD.\nThis Fanforlife troll has been flaming people left and right for months.\nShe\/He\/It loves to proclaim itself as an Asian intellectual who looks down on Western culture - and so called \"midgets\" who have \"inferior genes\".\nI personally think that this troll is TOTALLY LYING about being Asian. If this troll won't even reveal itself as male or female, then who's to believe its claims about being Asian?\nIn the end, it doesn't matter. I hope everybody reading this has had a GOOD LAUGH seeing this Fanforlife HATER totally expose itself as a race flaming short people hating TROLL.\nGuess what...I'm back for a bit.\nSo that's your idea of GOOD? Oooookayyyy...\nGuys, if you're young, 5-foot-5 and Asian, obviously I'm not acquainted with you. More importantly, I hope you're nothing like Benedict \"TJones WILL GET EXPOSED\" Arnold above.\nIn other words, I hope you're not short of stature and even shorter on personality.\nKHuang April 15, 2013 at 12:12 AM\nI see you don't like short Asian men, Fanforlife.\nHere's what you should do to score a date:\n1) Try a real dating site, specifically sites like okcupid or eharmony or match.com.\n2) You should openly state your preference not to date 5'5\" Asian men. Set that in your requirements, but also put that bit of advice into your personal statement. That way other young 5'5\" Asian men hoping to score with you will know that you consider them \"midgets\" with \"inferior genes\" that you refuse to be \"acquainted with\".\n3) This is a critical step for you, Fanforlife: STATE YOUR GENDER. There are some people who don't mind what gender you are, though, and your approach would work just fine with such folks.\n4) In person, TELL those short 5'5\" Asian men that if you're young, 5-foot-5 and Asian, obviously I'm not acquainted with you.\" That way you can assure yourself that you won't be associating with those \"midgets\" with \"inferior genes\" that you dislike so much.\nOh, by the way Fanforlife-\nthere are A LOT of short Asian men of the type you HATE participating on this site.\nYou have done a wonderful job of exposing your true feelings. These \"young 5'5 Asians that you're obviously not acquainted with\" now understand fully why you dislike them so much.\nEnjoy the hospitality of the other 5'5\" \"midgets with inferior genes\" on this forum, FanforLife.\nWill you go on a date with me, Fanforlife?\nPweeze?\nEven if you're a guy, we can giggle like kids together and share fluids -\nsodas, specifically!\nSolidz75 April 15, 2013 at 12:27 AM\nLol. Thanks for the entertainment guys. A good read. I didn't know u had this in you, Fan. Love the fire... And don't mind me, please continue..\nk.smith April 15, 2013 at 1:04 AM\nYou're not really a starter if you're not finishing games\/playing crucial mins. You're not really a starter if your coach prefers the back up over you either.\nThank God Lin had the opportunity to play without Mchale's sons. His minutes and MORE importantly, WHEN he played became more consistent. Like the conservative new media guy and pretty much all NBA players say, when your mins are consistent or you know when you're coming in and out of the game, you know how to conserve energy and stay focused on the court. That's what we've been seeing from Lin since Mchale's sons got injured.\nMchale has not been conserving Lins energy for a bigger role in the playoffs, he was conserving Lins energy bc he preferred Bev's style on the court, during late game situations, when the game mattered most. It wasn't until his two core players got injured, that he had to use Lin more.\nFanForLife April 15, 2013 at 2:14 AM\nYou're flailing, Benedict \"TJones WILL GET EXPOSED\" Arnold. All that dating stuff coming out of left field must have everyone else scratching their heads.\nThen again, maybe not. Who here is not used to your rambling incoherence by now?\nTry to stay on topic, old man.\nThe topic being: YOU and YOUR FIXATION ON MAKING COMMON CAUSE WITH THE TRULY EVIL.\nAnd isn't it just pathetic how you're practically begging folks here to agree with you? Just out of curiosity, who are you hoping will come and tag-team with you against me? willy-The-Diary-of-Anne-Frank-is-a-work-of-fiction-bcoz-nowhere-does-it-say-Americans-are-Nazis-dilly?\nSpeaking of whom, let me spell out why you are BFFs with willy-I-AM-PROUD-to-call-Americans-Nazis-dilly: both of you possess the CERTITUDE of the INVINCIBLY STUPID.\nOh my goodness...I just realized something. You're crying out for someone, anyone, to come to your rescue because this site is literally your EMOTIONAL LIFELINE!\nHit the nail on the head, didn't I?\nSo, so, so sad. Maybe I should go easier on you, huh?\nFat hope. LOL.\nKHuang April 15, 2013 at 7:09 AM\nYou know what, FanforLife?\nI change my mind about dating you.\nAs you refuse to state what sex you are, that won't work for MY dating preferences.\nSince I only date beautiful women, I would be very disappointed if we showed up to share fluids and you showed up as a man crossdressed as a woman.\nLike I said, your absolute fear of revealing your gender will work for some people in dating but not in others. You of course are free to pursue any \"non 5'5\" Asian midget with inferior genes\" in your quest to find the right spouse of whatever gender you prefer. May the best man or woman or whatever you prefer win.\nI am enjoying our \"association\", Fanforlife. Like geronimo and Etane and willydilly and the gazillion 5'5\" Asian guy \"midgets with bad genes\" that you hate on this board, even a hater troll like you cannot tear yourself away from engaging all these folks in conversation. Indeed, you live up to your moniker my dear sir.\nAllow me to sum up the endless posts above of Benedict \"All Asian men are 5'5\" midgets\" Arnold in a single paragraph:\n\"Waaaaahhhhh...FanForLife has no respect for me, so he\/she\/it must be a troll, right? Right, everybody? Hello, is anybody home...? Waaaahhhhhh...\"\nHere's a clue, you doddering runt: the only way those lame-assed sexist \"jokes\" might even begin to work is if you had even the slightest inkling of my sex.\nJust can't help being stuck on stooooopid, can you?\nAnd oh, I must've missed where geronimo claimed to be Asian. He's a Lin-hating black and a card-carrying member of Stephen A Smith's echo chamber, you twit.\nYou and your phantom friends. LOL.\nBuddy, you hate little Asian guys.\nDo you also hate little white guys? Or little black guys? Or little Hispanic guys?\nOnly in the puny mind that goes with your puny build does behaving as an alternately simpering and whimpering wuss evoke anything but revulsion in the onlooker.\nGuess you ought to be grateful to willy-I-hate-Bush-bcoz-I-loved-Saddam-dilly after all.\nCoz without willy-I-miss-Saddam-who-was-a-Jew-hater-like-us-Europeans-dilly, you'd be the most revolting thing on this board.\nYou guys\/gals should really stop this back and forth bantering. This is a forum to discuss bball, the Rockets and Lin and not as a forum for you to call each other names. If you want to take it out on each other then sign up for MMA or Wrestling (steel cage match). All of these nonsensical bickering back and forth is what us posters don't want to see. It fills up space on the thread and it doesn't add anything to the forum. I think I am speaking for some of the posters on here when I plead with you to just stop and take it somewhere else.\nYou're welcome, John Ly.\nI actually agree with you totally, but I didn't start this.\nI figt too dirty for MMA, by the way.\nMMA has too many rules, referees, ring protections (nice springy cage, padded supports, and a bouncy floor) for me to fight in. Real streetfights don't have such protections.\nwillydilly April 15, 2013 at 9:38 AM\nTo KHuang (my dearest phantom friend),\nhave you noticed that FanForLife is stalking us? It must have been collecting info about us for months. It must be sexually frustrated! Be careful!\nI think that it secretly wants us to be its friends! The fact that it is looking down on our \"phantom friendship\" only shows that it is envious. Why else would a person comment on other peoples relationships?\nPsychology tells us that contempt can be indication for a persons problem with something. If it hates our \"phantom friendship\" it could mean that it has no friends (that would explain a lot)!\nNoticed how condescending it is talking about friendship (e.g. me and Etane \"buddying up\")? That is a compensation mechanism -> \"Im better than that - I dont need that\". But it needs it. Why else would a person (who seems to hate every human being) join our community and interact with us?\nIt doesnt know that whatever it is posting doesnt make sense to others. Because it gets no attention it goes nuts. You probably have seen that kind of behavior before -> stupid kindergarten child who wont let others ride the swing because no one wants to play with it -> attention seeking!\nIt seems to read all our posts but it only shows up to write hateful posts. That shows that it lives a very miserable life. It probably copes by creating a world in its mind in which it (probably a woman with testosterone issues) doesnt suck. It is better than us, better than liberals, europeans, black people, jews, better than her own kind even (banana -> yellow on the outside but white on the inside).\nStill - why would such a person join a community? Its lonely. It just wouldnt admit it. So sad.\nStill - dont date her (I give her the benefit of the doubt because she talks as if she is constantly on her ketchup days)! She will chase you down, shave you and force you to marry her (like Hugh Jackmans stalker).\nRead the news KHuang! Save yourself! I know - Im repeating myself but as your phantom friend I have the duty to warn you! Crazy people -> no good!\nIts sad but its also funny -> she stalks you and yet she claims that YOU are the lonely lunatic who spends all his time on www.jeremylin.net\nSee how distorted her reality is? DONT DATE HER!\nWhatever you tell her she throws right back at you. Im sure thats not what her shrink meant when he told her to self reflect :) Well - she also claims that Im the nazi when shes the one who hates black people and loves to see american soldiers die in Iraq so that she can feel good about herself (she claimed that Saddam is to be blamed for the twin towers).\nWhy would someone do that? Why would a woman want to see her fellow citizens die needlessly? How ugly must her body and soul be?\nBut hey - she also believes that Europe is a country and that all chinese people speak the same language (\"chinese\"). LOL! If you dont speak her \"language\" -> you are not chinese. What if it is pure ignorance? She has shown on many occasions that she only has the education of a twelf year old.\nYou know KHuang - character tells us a lot about how somebody looks (and vice versa). I would say that FanForLife looks like that \"big\" asian woman on joydunkclub. That would explain a lot, wouldnt it?\nAnyway KHuang -> Im way over 6 feet. Just saying. See you soon.\nYour sincerely,\nDont ask me for advice. Im not a shrink. I only attended some mandatory lectures.\nSo willy-6-million-more-Jews-in-Israel-surely-the-Final-Solution-will-work-this-time-dilly has entered the fray.\nWillydilly, you're a FRIEND to me - not a \"phantom friend\".\nJK April 15, 2013 at 2:05 PM\nLol, FanForLife. Sick burns, keep em up. In case you were looking for egging-on, I am highly entertained.\nwillydilly April 15, 2013 at 2:42 PM\n@FanForLife:\nMale, female, american, chinese. Now you are jewish, too? Nothing is sacred to you ha? Thats why I keep on saying that you are\/would make a fine nazi.\nYou dont care how much the jewish holocaust victims have suffered. You use their suffering, their history for a cheap shot against me - which btw. is ridiculous cause you are the hater - not me.\nArent you the kind of conservative who wants to use electric fences to eletrocute illegal immigrants? Oh - and talking of education - you do know that liberals are considered lefties while conservatives are righties? Far left -> punks. Far right -> nazis. Keep on ranting against liberals. Out yourself!\nAnd - do you live in California? Is that you?\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FqK2ILCq-do\n@KHuang:\nThanks! Im honored!\nBTW - Im just realising that my last paragraph (the one about the joydunkclub in my other post) does not come across the way I meant it to -> badly phrased. It was supposed to be a joke but its kind of offensive\/stupid\/wrong. My apologies to the joydunkclub and the asian woman!\nMore projection from willy-we-kill-our-Jews-but-everybody-should-be-able-to-enter-America-illegally-dilly. LOL.\nNote to Benedict \"KHuang\" Arnold:\nSeeing how you're so comfortably chummy with a Euro Nazi, isn't it time to ask: \"Maybe I'm a closet Nazi?\"\nYou have a wonderful IMAGINATION, Fanforlife.\nUnfoetunately, your paranoid schizophrenia doesn't apply to reality.\nIt is true. Posting a portion of a comment that I made in an earlier thread:\nJames Harden: 4th year in NBA, age 23, 1st year starter.\nJeremy Lin: 3rd year in the NBA, age 24, 1st full year starter.\nChandler Parsons: 2nd year, age 24, a 2nd rounder, < 225 lbs.\nDonatas Motiejunas: first NBA season, age 22, Lithuanian in his first experience in American basketball, < 225 lbs.\nOmer Asik: 3rd year in NBA, age 26, 1st as a starter, and while 7' 250 lbs. is good for a PF, it is average (barely) for a center.\nA very inexperienced, very young and undersized team. It is fine not to like the way that they got there, but 46 wins with this roster (assuming that they win ... at Phoenix) is only 3-4 games off their maximum potential. Had the Rockets played a different style or strategy - one more to your liking - it would have simply exposed different flaws that would have caused the Rockets to lose games in different ways as teams with as much or more talent would have simply adjusted.\nIf you disagree, then it means that you believe that this team could have won 55 games ... that Houston could have and should have as been as good as San Antonio, Memphis, OKC, Denver and the Clippers. Which is the same as saying that talent, depth and experience are meaningless, and teams that possess them have no real advantage.\nI totally agree, Unknown.\nBefore the season started, I had predicted that the Rockets could win 50 games.\nI also thought that the Rockets were going to play Lin in a high usage role with multiple Rockets playing a smashmouth form of inside heavy basketball. Yeah, and injuries and inexperience would've knocked out the Rockets had they played this way. Their record would be REVERSED if they did it the way I thought they would.\nThe overall record is why I am McHale's lone fan on this forum. I can't even say I'm all that unhappy with Lin's role on the team either. When Lin needs to be on the floor, he seems to be out there.\nWell, my problem with McHale is taking Lin out at critical times, as if Toney Douglas and Patrick Beverly are better players or something. Maybe Lin shouldn't have led the team in minutes, but 32 minutes per game and being yanked late in games and OT made no sense and - yes - cost the Rockets games, and no reason or excuse can be made for it.\nMcHale did good things in general, but a lot of specifics left things to be desired. Apparently he didn't see how Woodson (for example) let Lin win games for him even when Melo was available.\nMcHale is far from perfect.\nEven if he was, he doesn't play the game on the court. Games are won and lost by the PLAYERS.\nI find 32 minutes totally acceptable, and I like the way McHale uses Lin to clean up after the messes made by Beverley.\nThe one roster weakness of the Rockets is backup point guard. Patrick Beverley is not NBA caliber, and I don't see that changing in future years. I'd like the Rockets to get a true high quality backup that can come in and keep the team aloft without losing the lead.\nThey're winning on TALENT with high character guys that believe in team basketball (In Hardens view, its role players that work very hard to compliment him). Average coaches that stay out of the players way can get 40+ wins. Also, having a \"superstar\" player pretty much guarantees you 40-45+ wins too. JVG's and D'antoni's words, not mine.\nMchale does not deserve as much credit as some of you have given him. If we want to be a 50+ win team, we need a major, major upgrade at PF and a very good wing defender (not Parsons but someone actually focused on D rather than wanting to be the team's second scorer) to pick up for Harden's lazy D.\n*Average coaches that stay out of the players way (w\/our talent and high character guys) should get you 40+ wins.\nMaybe I've been a Knick and Suns fan too long.\n40+ wins is a BIG DEAL to me, even with top coaches.\nThat's what the analysts say...\nk.smith:\n(In Hardens view, its role players that work very hard to compliment him)\nIt seems that people refuse to catch on to the fact that McHale and the Rockets brought Harden in to be the team's leading scorer because they were unsure of the ability of the other players - including Lin - to generate offense consistently. Consistently means against good teams and bad, against varying defensive schemes, and when you are tired\/banged up, and regardless of what offense you are running. Like him or not, Harden proved that he can do it in a starting lineup of a not particularly talented team over the course of a whole season, and as a 6th man on a much more talented team running an entirely different offense. Lin, not so much.\nA lot of folks wanted a coach who was willing to win or lose based on centering the game around Lin and seeing what he can or cannot do. Honestly, that approach makes absolutely no sense to a coach who is trying to keep his job. It only made sense for D'Antoni last year because he was as good as fired anyway.\nk.smith April 15, 2013 at 12:48 PM\nUnknown, let the hilarity continue. NO ONE IS ASKING FOR LIN TO BE THE PRIMARY SCORER on the team. NO ONE DOUBTS HARDEN'S scoring ability. NO ONE DOUBT'S MCHALE'S LOVE FOR HARDEN, HE'S ALWAYS LOVED HARDEN'S STYLE OF PLAY.\nSome of us are asking that Lin be used as the PG of the team. The reason why is, Lin has better court vision, awareness and passing ability than Harden. Lin understands spacing and getting his teammates involved by getting them easy looks. If you think Harden is superior to Lin in those areas, then you're delusional and should go on your merry way to one of the HOU forums.\nI find it fascinating that some members really think they're objective. They think they're doing us a service by bringing in another viewpoint but that viewpoint is either flawed or has already been talked to death on here.\nNYK break NBA record for made 3's in a season, followed by Rox.\nHard for me to root for the Knicks the way that they are playing. Melo averages 22.2 shots a game. That is almost 2 shots per game more than the next guy, Kobe Bryant at 20.4. Melo will get his precious scoring title, But LeBron is only averaging 2 fewer ppg while taking less than 18 shots per game. Granted, LeBron plays on a MUCH better team, but still. Not much else to like about his game. Only 7 rebounds (mediocre) and 2.6 assists (atrocious).\nBy the way ... James Harden as 17 attempts per game (5 fewer) and more than twice as many assists (5.9). So ... yeah, things could be worse.\n0ccupati0 April 14, 2013 at 10:18 PM\nIt's misleading to count total field goal attempts bc shots that end in fouls don't count as shot attempts. Harden shoots many more times than his FGA indicates. At the same time, his getting to the FT line so often is why his TS% is .600 this season. (He was more efficient last season, with a TS% of .660)\nOccupati0:\nYou are correct. Harden leads the NBA in free throw attempts. Melo is #6 but the gap is huge: 10.1 vs 7.6. However, A) that still does not erase the gap between Melo's shots and Harden's shots. It only cuts it in half basically. B) It also doesn't change the fact that Harden gets over twice as many assists as Melo does. Also, Harden is only 23 and in his 1st year as a starter. He has plenty of changes to evolve his game, now that he has established himself as a starter and an all-star. Plus he'll have to in order to share the backcourt with Lin. Melo on the other hand has been to a ton of all star games and 3 Olympic teams. He ran D'Antoni and Lin out of New York because he DOESN'T want to change. Sorry, I still say that things could be worse for Lin than sharing a team with Harden, and sharing a team with Melo counts as one of them.\nSharing a team with Melo would be easier for Lin's game than sharing a team with Harden. This is pretty obvious. Lin and Harden basically play the same, overlapping game. Their skillet is much more similar than Melo\/Lin's. Lin would get to play PG (like Felton does) feeding the ball to Melo. In HOU's offense, Harden just dominates the ball and feeds it to whomever he wants, marginalizing Lin's role.\nIsaiah Thomas said the Kings' slow starts to their last two games are \"the definition of a losing team.\" Coach Keith Smart said this doesn't worry him much...\nSmart: \"[The Rockets] were a much faster basketball team than we were.\"\nCNM: Game #80 2012-13: Jeremy Lin & Houston Rockets DESTROY Sacramento Kings!!! -- Report & Analysis\nThere is a difference between building a team and winning. This young team is one that needs a year or 3 to build a winner. Sure they won 45 games, but a year of developing 2 guys is not building a team.\nNext year, the bigs are still going to need more touches to make them better. How hard is it to coach Harden and Lin when one wants to score and one wants to pass? If Lin was given more control of the distribution of the offense, everyone would have had their share of touches this year. Sure, Asik, GS would have made a lot more mistakes and the team may not have made it into the post season but to me, they will pay big dividends in the next 2 years.\nI've seen my share of rep coaches who wants to win for their own self promotion with little care for the players themselves.\nI am delusional and proud of it because I happen to believe Lin has the ability to bring out the best in his teammates. I am delusional because Lin gives me cause to believe when he took a broken down Knicks team on a 8 game win streak without Melo or Stats. I am delusional because he just happened to have won without Harden or Parsons just recently with the weak Rox team.\nAre you delusional to not see that?\nBob C F Chan:\nI deleted my comment because I realized that I was unnecessarily making a personal attack against you. I apologize.\nBut I will say that 8 games is not an 82 game season. I know that saying so infuriates Lin fans, but McHale is not a \"Lin fan\", and if anything knows a lot more about Harden because Harden has been playing for 3 years in McHale's conference. And the same is true with those few games without Harden and\/or Parsons. Here is the issue\/problem: when you are a fan of a player, you tend to root for the player regardless of how the team does, and you tend to emphasize when the player plays well and not when he plays poorly. And let's face it, there were a lot of times when Lin played poorly with the Rockets ... in preseason, early in the season, and for long stretches during the season. You wanted McHale to go with Jeremy through thick and thin no matter the results, but your job and career weren't riding on the results. McHale's was. So McHale went with the NBA 6th man of the year who put up 26 ppg this year. If he goes with Harden and doesn't make the playoffs, nothing happens. But if he goes with Lin and doesn't make the playoffs when Harden is on the team, the guy gets fired plain and simple. That's the business.\nAlso - and this has been said before and not just by me - the Knicks even without Stat and Melo were a better team than the Rockets. If they weren't, they don't win 53 games this year despite all the injuries that they have had (including Stat barely playing this year). The Knicks had the personnel for Linsanity that the Rockets do not. Claiming otherwise is like claiming that all players in the NBA have this ability that only needs Jeremy Lin to unlock it. It isn't true. The Knicks were a better, deeper team than the Rockets are at every position but PG, which just happened to be the one position that D'Antoni cannot win without.\nI get that Mchale doesn't treat Lin the same way he treats Harden but Parsons? I'm not surprised though. Parsons has gotten to play through his mistakes\/TO's ALL season. For a guy that plays near 40 min\/game, he should have better stats and a bigger impact on the team...but he doesn't. People just need to admit that some coaches prefer some players over others and that's the situation Parsons is in. Mchale views everyone but Harden as role players so of course he's going to choose Parsons over Lin. Parsons fits HOU's system and Harden more than Lin does.\nThe Knicks WITHOUT STAT AND MELO were a better team than the Rockets? You mean, the Rockets with Lin\/Harden\/Asik? No. The knicks without stat\/melo had the personnel to compliment Lin\/D'antoni's style. Defense and Spacing. That's all.\n@unknown, please tell what long stretches Lin played poorly. I'd like to know what you consider as \"played poorly\". Games\/dates would be appreciated. Rational fans aren't advocating for Mchale to have the entire team defer and go through Lin. Really? Do you really think this? If so, then please don't ever comment here again. Most fans just want Lin to be used as the PG and treated the same way guys like Parsons and even, Bev get treated. If you're the hot hand, you get to stay in the game!...it'd be nice for that to apply to Lin. Some accountability would be nice.\nI guess none of these things matter to some people:\n1. learning to adjust your game to play next to a completely ball dominant SG (who doesn't move or play within the offense when he doesn't have the ball) -- do people even know how difficult this is for ball dominant PG's???\n2. learning to play off the ball, spot up shooting (big weakness of his that he's improved on throughout the course of the season)\n3. learning the PG role in this offense and knowing that \"you're not the primary ball handler or playmaker anymore (when most PG's are)\" - Lin's own words, not mine.\n4. recovering from a knee injury - The way Lin plays, his knee has to be fully recovered.\nParsons said he felt good tonight. Not that worried about the calf, mention that he'll have to see how the calf responds to tonight before determining whether to play vs. PHX.\nParsons: \"It was just real positive just how my calf really didn't get too stiff, didn't get too sore, even when I came in and out ...\u2026 I think it's really important for me to play a lot of minutes. I hope coach [Kevin] McHale is watching this.\"\n\"I think it's really important for me to play a lot of minutes\"\nHaha, Parsons sure overrated himself a lot. Who do you think he is that he could control his own minutes? Next Kobe?\neasy for him to say, McHale always gives him minutes even if he plays badly or makes multiple mistakes.\nHow about he STFU, that 'd be nice. No shit he loved tonight's game. Must be nice to have inferior ball handling and playmaking skills to your PG but still get more assists than him.\nLin is the Hunchback of Notre-Dame April 14, 2013 at 11:49 PM\nI wish Jeremy Lin slap girly boy Chandler Parsons! Oh yes Jeremy Lin is Asian man so lets do Kung fu chop and bow before game start, yes he like this idea too! McHale pet project is moron with goofy hair and teenage girl upper body.\nBtw, those quotes were fr Matt Miller [who covers the Rox for NBA.com.]\nJLIN AND TD, LIKE OLD TIMES\nztrta April 14, 2013 at 10:28 PM\nPPAT LOVE\nOMG, in that pic Patterson looks like he's been lifting weights more - look at his upper arm. At that rate, he can plow through everybody and dunk the ball at will. Maybe he wants to show who the Rockets will be missing. LOL. Patterson will = Harden + Smith = $$$$..... Girls: Nab Patterson before he becomes filthy rich and you can say you loved him when he was poor.\nztrta April 15, 2013 at 12:46 AM\nOh my goodness! Then don't get tied up before a prenup.\nIs he baby sitting? Actually she may be 20ish. Patrick is only 23 himself. But my goodness, she looks only 5'0 next to him. Well, he's a good looking guy.\nsofia April 15, 2013 at 12:56 AM\nCool! THX for the pics!\nMCHALE POSTGAME VS KINGS\n[Nicole Cook]\nThis is what McHale said about Jeremy in this interview:\nMcHale: ... Jeremy coming in, played very very well.\nThe contrived McHell should just shut the fuk up. It's too late for that and Lin hasn't valued his opinion for so long.\nbto April 14, 2013 at 8:48 PM\nI think the Rox can make an exciting 7 games series playing the Spurs but only at best 5 games series vs the Nuggets.\nI think it's time to tank the final two games. Spurs look so human right now.\nDuncan remains amazing -- he might be the 2nd best player this season outside of Lebron -- but he's not enough on his own. No Ginobli and banged-up Parker may have re-injured himself (0-7 this game).\nIdeally, GS wins their final two and the Rockets beat Phoenix before losing to LA.\nCorrection: Parker was 1-10.\nBlackie Chan April 14, 2013 at 9:10 PM\nLose any of the last 2 games ... and the Rockets will end up with the 8th seed vs. OKC. That's not good.\nIn that case...\n1) Beat Phoenix to clinch the 7th.\n2) Tank the last game against LA (rest Lin, Harden, Asik).\nI say GUN FOR WINS.\nNo need to wuss out any games.\n47 wins would be awesomely impressive, regardless of what happens in the playoffs.\nThat's the noble thing to do, but realistically, you have to play it smart. I mean, even the Heat must be relieved to face the Bucks instead of the Celtics in the first round.\nBut did the Heat tank games so they could face the Bucks?\nAlso who said the Heat wouldn't want the Celtics? If they were to win the ring, they were going to face any team anyway. Whoever in earlier round or later round really matter to them? I don't think so.\nI'm against ever playing to lose. Especially with the other standings so unstable. Why lose a game for some speculated result that might not even pan out.\nIt's a moot point.\nLin and McHale both agree that the Rockets will seek to win the next two games.\n5 letters after shift,\nHas it occurred to you that maybe the Spurs are losing on purpose, so that they don't have to face the playoff-experienced Lakers?\nI agree that the Spurs look more human (due to some health issues), but I'm sure they rather face the Rockets or Warriors than the playoff-crafty and referee-favored Lakers. And they just picked up Vipers D-league A-lister Gouldelock. With signing him and everyone playing team ball (and the favoritism for ratings), the Lakers could be a nightmare.\nLakers even with Kobe weren't making it out of first round. Earl Clark, Jamison, Blake can't defend for shit, and Gasol is like Boozer-slow. With Kobe gone, it's a walk in the park.\nOne thing I'm so relieved about the PEDed Kobe being out is that, with him gone, maybe the refs will favor the Lakers less since people follow popular players as much as teams (I think anyway). Another thing is, Kobe plays really sly and dirty when he thinks the refs can't see everything from where they're standing (Chris Paul must have learned by watching him) and acts as if others have no right to defend him. Look at what he did to Rubio and other non-blacks intentionally.\nImagine if the Lakers weren't ref protected.\nThey'd be just as bad as Sacramento and Phoenix!\nKHuang,\nThat's absolutely the truth.\nLarge-market teams get favored. Large-market teams with a popular superstar get MORE favored.\nzxcvb April 14, 2013 at 11:35 PM\nWell okay guys, but don't complain when the banged-up Spurs lose in 6 to the Warriors while the Rockets lose in 6 to the Nuggets\/Clips\/Grizz...\nHeck no I'm not complaining.\n2nd round playoff exits are STILL EXITS.\nIn the playoffs, nobody remembers early exits (OK I do, but I'm not normal). People only remember the NBA champion.\nJLIN HIGHLIGHTS VS KINGS\n[jay910221]\nMy favorite move is the layup at 2:00 mark in which Lin takes off with his right foot and shoots with right hand to get the shot up early and to throw off the timing for the help defender. This is something from Lin's game I haven't seen a lot of before. This is something Lillard and Rondo are very good at and do regularly.\nYes Occupati0, what a great move!\nLin is truly exhibiting some real finger roll excellence this season.\nNash's layup\nAh yes.\nThe layups I really love are when Lin goes up, double pumps in the air against a 7 footer, and gently lays the ball in using DA ENGLISH!\nMichael Jordan got oohed and aahed for making those kinds of shots. Lin, people don't realize how amazing that is because Asians like Lin are considered unathletic.\nIf Lin were any color other than Asian, people would be openly comparing his skywalking layups to those of Michael Jordan and Julius Erving.\nJLIN FANVID: 2012 -2013 SEASON HIGHLIGHTS HOUSTON ROCKETS\n[Im0jun]\nnice video!\nROX 74% CHANCE TO STAY IN 6TH\nDen has 68% chance to stay in 3rd, LAC 31% chance.\nThis season:\nHOU 0-4 vs DEN\nHOU 1-2 vs LAC\nrintintin April 14, 2013 at 11:25 PM\nWhat this game showed tonight was how pitiful Kings were. Even though it's Lin's home town you wouldn't wish this team on your worst enemy. Cousins - overweight, 3 ex-Rockets players who produced little and a non-plussed coach. Even Lin would not be able to much improve or pad the stats of their players with his unselfish play, organisational skills, tenacious defending and no-look pin point passing.\nWell, those 3 ex Rockets did pretty darned well when playing on Lin's team!\nI think DeMarcus Cousins is the type of player who would flourish playing alongside Jeremy Lin. Just as Lin settled down JR Smith, Lin would settle down Cousins and run a pretty mean pick and roll with him.\nThe Kings have a bunch of scorers, which reflects the personality of their GM Geoff Petrie (himself a big time scorer as a player). But Isaiah Thomas is their only true playmaker, and he's too small by NBA standards to make a winning impact.\nLin on the Kings would turn that team around overnight, even despite Keith Smart.\n\"Even Lin would not be able to much improve or pad the stats of their players with his unselfish play...\"\nI have to disagree. Given full control of the team, he'd whip them into shape in no time. They have plenty of talent on that team -- Cousins, Evans, Thompson, Thornton...TD. What they lack is the unselfish floor general to guide them. They have zero organization and leadership on the floor and don't communicate on defense.\nKeith Smart would be the only obstacle but even he's come around on Jeremy this season...which is more than we can say more McHale. Just look at Jeremy's numbers in the 4 games without Harden. Now pair him with a legitimately talented PF in Cousins...scary stuff.\nWell, it looks like KHuang and I agree on THIS point.\nDude, we USUALLY agree!\nWe disagree about all the speculative stuff that we know isn't real in the end!\nzxcvb April 15, 2013 at 12:18 AM\nHa. Fair enough.\nrintintin April 15, 2013 at 3:37 AM\nMaybe you guys are right. I was disappointed how easily the Kings folded up and can't see how Cousins demands max money. Every team needs a good point guard similar to how a football team with an average quarterback will suck.\nMcHale's continual wow! on Harden and Parsons and ignoring of Lin shows how unappreciated Lin's SG skills are at the Rockets.\n@rintintin:\nNo it doesn't. It shows that the Rockets already have an all star SG (Harden) and don't need Lin to take on that role. This isn't a situation like the Knicks last year where their only real backcourt scoring threat other than Lin was J.R. Smith, who is better suited at being a 6th man. The only way to maximize Lin's scoring ability is to diminish the offensive game of Harden and Parsons. While Lin fans are fine with that, the truth is that the result would generally be fewer wins.\nRight now, McHale has to deal with Lin fans who are criticizing him for underutilizing Lin on a playoff team. But the flip side is not making the playoffs and having EVERYONE - Lin fans included - complaining about how bad the team stinks and how there is no real way for improvement because the team traded their #1 picks away and Houston is not a prime free agent destination even when they have cap room. Trust me, McHale far prefers the former to the latter, as would you if your livelihood depended on it.\nHey Unknown, you know that not all of us Lin fans are unhappy with Lin scoring \"only\" 15 points last game!\nI'm perfectly fine with Lin's scoring. I'm even fine with Harden. What I'm NOT fine with is Harden bricking and turnovering and refusing to play defense.\nHarden will have to repair those problems if he is going to be a champion. Even so, the team is doing just fine with Harden in his current role.\nIf Montana never threw the ball to Jerry Rice, no matter if he played every possession, he couldn't have broken all the records. If the 9ners took Rice out in the 4th in favor of a second stringer who can't score, how good is that for his confidence? If Rice was benched each time he dropped a pass, how well could he have coped with that pressure?\nWinning is not about star building, it's about team building.\n@Bob C F Chan:\nBut the 49ers never ran the ball very much with Joe Montana, did they? And the 49ers tailbacks, Ricky Watters especially, weren't too happy about that. I have already stated that I am displeased with the benching of Lin, which made absolutely no sense.\nAnd Bob, the Rockets have no team to build. You seem to think that the Rockets frontcourt and bench can be transformed into effective players merely by having Lin run the show. It isn't true. Winning is about team building, but team building is about getting better players. The Rockets need a MUCH better PF, a better bench, and I also think that Parsons is a better reserve than a starter (KHuang disagrees with me on that one).\nI am of the opinion that McHale let Harden do his thing because it is his first year as a starter, he is still a very young player and quite frankly the Rockets needed his offense. I believe that McHale will allow Lin to do more - and instruct Harden to work on his all around game - next year. I think that a lot of people forget: Harden was thrown into this lineup with literally a few days to go before the regular season. And the NBA isn't like the NFL, where you have 6 days between games plus bye weeks to change what you are doing. Also, the Rockets are so young and limited in ability, they are only capable of very simple stuff on both sides of the court (Jeremy Lin is the exception). Of course, this is stuff that you know already. McHale will actually get a chance to coach Harden and the rest of the team - including a healthy Lin I might add - during the offseason, and I expect to see a drastically different Rockets offense and defense. ESPECIALLY if they add a big man like Josh Smith.\nEven if McHale doesn't change anything, Unknown, I do think that Harden's teammates will hold him increasingly accountable.\nLin is no ordinary guard. He really is the rare player like a Jason Kidd or Sam Cassell who can singlehandedly improve the game of minimum contract players. Of course, those minimum contract guys cease to be minimum contract guys once they sign new contracts. Just ask Steve Novak, JR Smith, and Landry Fields. In that sense I agree with Bob C F Chan and not Unknown.\nI would love to see both Lin and Harden become ballhawking defensive pests who are unstoppable on offense. Lin's got it down, but Harden has a LONG way to go. I am very skeptical that Harden has it in him to tighten up his game to Lin levels.\nJeremy Lin just signed a T-shirt, gave it to a kid on crutches. Made. His. Day. Kid lets out a celebratory whoop. #RedNation\nThis is just the second game all season that the Rockets have played the starting lineup they plan for the post-season.\nIf we play Denver then we are toast. Iggy will contain harden like he has the last four games.\nThe only way the rox have a chance is if harden realizes that and shares the ball instead if trying to get his numbers. Instead, I predict harden will keep forcing his shots, trying desperately to get fouls that will not come, not play an ounce of defense - all while McHale looks on knowing that harden is not playing his style of basketball. I fear it's going to be the most frustrating games we watch this year.\nk.smith April 15, 2013 at 12:47 AM\nNothing changes with this team. With Parsons back, he led the second team with Bev again. What happened to keeping Lin or Harden on the court at all times?\nHere's some things we've seen throughout the season that we'll see in the playoffs:\n- Harden will ISO us out of games.\n- Harden's terrible shot selection with multiple defenders on him will lose us games.\n- Parsons will continue to play point forward.\n- In tight games, Lin will get subbed out for Bev's D since Harden runs the offense anyway. Bev will finish games with Harden, Parsons, Asik, and (Delfino or GSmith or TJones).\n\"The only way the rox have a chance is if harden realizes that and shares the ball instead if trying to get his numbers.\"\nThe only way that Harden shares the ball is if his coach tells him to. Like it or not, the Rockets brought Harden in to be their scorer, and the reason that they did that was because of the lack of proven scorers on the roster. You expect McHale to think that the key to winning games consistently is to let Lin have as many scoring opportunities as possible, or to have this \"share the ball\" philosophy that pretends there are multiple proven, experienced scorers on this team. Honestly, while sharing the ball and letting Lin run things would mean more shots for Lin, it would also mean more shots for guys who are really limited in their ability to score.\nTeams who rely on iso ball do so for a reason. To run the type of offense that Lin fans desire requires more talent. Yes, the Knicks during the Linsanity run did have more talent - especially in the frontcourt - than this Rockets group does.\nawarde April 15, 2013 at 6:38 AM\nAlso what I have noticed is that McHale has set harden\/parsons up to succeed, and that has not happened with Lin. A lot of the criticism that McHale gets (not only from Lin fans) is because he has brought much of this on himself. His favoritism over some players have hurt the team as a whole. I get it Harden was brought here to score, but they have spent most of the season trying to marginalize Lin's game, whether intentionally or not. This is nothing new to Lin, because he has been treated this way his whole entire Bball career. We all know that Morey\/coaches have to more so justify sending 80 million dollars on Harden. we as fans get it. This is such a young team with so much untapped potential. After all this was to be a rebuild year, right. Nobody is asking for lin to take over the show, but at least give him an opportunity to do what he does best, all things being equal.\n@awarde:\nThis honestly is not true.\n\"This is such a young team with so much untapped potential.\"\nNope. The only potential that is untapped on this team is Lin's. The idea that Asik and the other guys would turn into Tyson Chandler, Landry Fields etc. with Lin running the show just isn't true. Those players were good before Lin got there, and if you have noticed the Knicks season, they were good after he left.\nAlso, I deny that McHale has set Lin up to fail. How is being the starting PG of a playoff team failing? How is becoming a better all-around player, which Lin has definitely become this season, failing?\n\"but at least give him an opportunity to do what he does best, all things being equal.\"\nAll things aren't equal. This is the main point: the Rockets do not have the personnel for Linsanity. Here's the irony: it would be GREAT for Harden and Parsons if they did, because both Harden and Parsons can play that style. But they don't. The Knicks frontcourt is young, undersized, and very limited offensively and defensively. That's why the Rockets were forced to go to their small lineup so often.\nNow McHale taking Lin out of the game at the end of games and in the 4th quarter stunk. I have no idea why he did that. It made no sense, especially since he did it in favor of nonentities like Douglas and Beverly. I agree that McHale's pulling that nonsense makes it appear as if McHale has something against him or doesn't believe that he is that good. That's legitimate. But the idea that the Rockets would have been better with Linsanity isn't.\nHere's the deal: if you're a Lin fan, root for them to get a PF, because that is what Lin's game needs. Just like Stockton had Malone for his pick and roll game, Lin needs the same.\nI can't agree with your assessment that this Rockets team has \"no untapped potential\", Unknown.\nOmer Asik has had no trouble playing against Tyson Chandler this season. He is still learning how to play offense in the NBA. Thanks to Lin and even Harden, Asik has made great strides after 3 years of never touching the ball due to Derrick Rose hogging in Chicago. There is no reason why Asik cannot eventually become as impactful as Chandler, especially since Asik is quick on his feet like a guard!\nThomas Robinson was the 5th overall pick last year. He has NBA body, toughness, and even skills. He is still unlearning Keith Smart's coaching, but he has great upside.\nThe other rookie big men: Jones, Dmotion, and Smith - all have excellent potential. These players are steadily learning how to play in the NBA. Even Royce White might have game.\nPatrick Beverley is the one guy I think is playing to his potential - which means I can't see his putrid defense get any better. Though his individual numbers are great, the team simply cannot hold onto leads with him in the lineup. I wish there was some way to improve his reaction time because every time opponents attack him and he can't react fast enough, it breaks down the entire Rockets defense.\nI could go on and on, but this young Rockets team is BRIMMING with potential. Jeremy Lin is the catalsyt who gets these guys going.\nPICS - JLIN VS KINGS\nsofia April 15, 2013 at 1:06 AM\nJLIN FLEXING\nlots of love for ppat and doug\nIm just seing that PatPats shoulder is bigger than JLins head!\n777am April 15, 2013 at 8:08 AM\nLin need to get bigger and more ripped. He's in the NBA for God's sake! why isn't he building his body? Seriously there are tons of Asians who are more ripped than him, so don't blame being Asian as an excuse!\nSo 777am, would Lin's being bigger and more ripped help him shoot better percentages or score more or defend better or chase people better or block Josh Smith any harder?\nEven for scoring with WOMEN, wouldn't you agree that Lin already has enough good looks?\nBlackie Chan April 15, 2013 at 9:11 AM\nWith more upper body strength, Lin can finish better at the rim w\/ contact, be able to post up on smaller guards, and hit jumpshots without relying too much on his legs (Which leads to more consistent jumpers when he's tired.)\nLin already does all that.\nI predicted that Lin would go on a total tear since the All Star Break. He HAS.\nLin ain't broke. Don't fix him.\nMcHale plan is gonna be live and die on harden in the playoffs.Its not gonna change,the only way they can win are depend on harden that he wants to play hero ball or not.\nIf McHale wants to try that, go ahead. See if that'll fly.\nLin just has to play his unselfish and highly efficient game. Let the coaches figure out of they want to use that or not.\nlxy April 15, 2013 at 7:42 AM\nIn the playoffs, when the sh!t hits the fan, McHale's sphincter is going to pucker like a lemon. And he will cling to his Harden security blanket like a widdle baby.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"The 2012 Honda Accord is no longer the freshest mid-size sedan\u2013it's due for a full redesign in another year or two. But the current version remains one of the top choices in this class for interior space, styling, ride comfort, performance, and features\u2013all with a sensible, economical, value-minded feel.\nIn the crowded field of mid-size sedans, the Accord still manages to stand out on the test drive. Whether you choose the sedan or coupe, four-cylinder or V-6, the Accord offers satisfying overall performance and is among the better-handling vehicles in this class. Four-cylinder models are gutsy enough, and very smooth; you won't need the V-6 unless you plan to haul lots of people or cargo. But with it, including the active noise cancellation that top trims get, the Accord feels more like a luxury car at times, and throughout the lineup you'll find responsive steering, good body control, and strong brakes. Gas mileage has long been a strength for the Accord, too, but its figures are lower than those of the new Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima.\nMost shoppers will find the Accord's interior layout refreshing compared to rivals, at least from a distance. Last year Honda gave a few of the controls a fresher look and feel; the Accord's rakish instrument panel looks great, but the placement of the buttons and controls sometimes feels as if it was done more for style than ergonomics.\nInterior space remains a strength for the Honda Accord. While it's a mid-size sedan by most eyes, it qualifies as a large car according to the EPA\u2013and its interior really does feel big-car accommodating for driver and passengers. The front seats are comfortable and supportive, there's plenty of legroom in back, and the trunk is huge.\nThe Accord is just as well equipped as any of its rivals, with one significant red flag: It can be frustrating if you want some essential tech features, like Bluetooth hands-free, but don't want 'the works.' While Honda has just for 2012 made a USB connector standard across the lineup, you still can't get a factory Bluetooth hands-free option unless you step up to the to-of-the-line EX-L, with leather and navigation. The nav system has a big eight-inch screen and now includes Zagat restaurant ratings, voice recognition, and a rear-view camera system.\nFiled Under: AutoZone, Reviews","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Home Tags Posts tagged with \"tamir rice\"\ntamir rice\nJesse Williams delivers memorable speech at BET Awards show [full transcript]\nHere is the full transcript of the memorable speech delivered by Jesse Williams at the BET Awards show on June 26th:\n\"Peace. Peace. Thank you Debra. Thank you, Nate Parker. Thank you, Harry and Debbie Allen, for participating in that. Before we get into it, I just want to say I brought my parents out tonight \u2014 I just want to thank them for being here and teaching me to focus on comprehension over career. They made sure I learned what the schools were afraid to teach us. And also, thank you to my amazing wife for changing my life.\n\"Now, this award, this is not for me. This is for the real organizers all over the country. The activists, the civil rights attorneys, the struggling parents, the families, the teachers, the students that are realizing that a system built to divide and impoverish and destroy us cannot stand if we do. All right? It's kind of basic mathematics. The more we learn about who we are and how we got here, the more we will mobilize.\n\"Now, this is also in particular for the black women in particular who have spent their lifetimes dedicated to nurturing everyone before themselves. We can and will do better for you.\n\"Now, what we've been doing is looking at the data and we know that police somehow manage to deescalate, disarm and not kill white people every day. So what's going to happen is we're going to have equal rights and justice in our own country or we will restructure their function in ours.\n\"Now, [standing ovation] I got more, y'all.\n\"Yesterday would have been young Tamir Rice's 14th birthday. So, I don't want to hear anymore about how far we've come when paid public servants can pull a drive-by on a 12-year-old playing alone in a park in broad daylight, killing him on television and then going home to make a sandwich.\n\"Tell Rekia Boyd how it's so much better to live in 2012, than it is to live in 1612 or 1712. Tell that to Eric Garner. Tell that to Sandra Bland. Tell that to Darrien Hunt.\n\"Now, the thing is, though, all of us in here getting money that alone isn't going to stop this. All right? Now dedicating our lives to getting money just to give it right back. To put someone's brand on our body when we spent centuries praying with brands on our bodies and now we pray to get paid with brands for our bodies. There has been no war that we have not fought and died on the front lines of. There has been no job we haven't done. There's no tax they haven't levied against us. And we pay all of them. But freedom is somehow always conditional here. You're free, they keep telling us, but she would have been alive if she hadn't acted so free.\n\"Now, freedom is always coming in the hereafter but, you know what, though, the hereafter is a hustle. We want it now. And let's get a couple of things straight here, just a little sidenote. The burden of the brutalized is not to comfort the bystander. That's not our job. All right, stop with all that. If you have a critique for the resistance, for our resistance, then you better have an established record of critique of our oppression. If you have no interest in equal rights for black people, then do not make suggestions to those who do. Sit down.\n\"We've been floating this country on credit for centuries, yo. And we're done watching, and waiting while this invention called whiteness uses and abuses us. Burying black people out of sight and out of mind, while extracting our culture, our dollars, our entertainment like oil \u2014 black gold. Ghettoizing and demeaning our creations then stealing them. Gentrifying our genius and then trying us on like costumes before discarding our bodies like rinds of strange fruit. The thing is, though, the thing is, that just because we're magic doesn't mean we're not real. Thank you.\"\nJesse Williams delivers memorable speech at BET Awards show [full transcript] was last modified: June 27th, 2016 by BJ Blog Staff\nOn Jesse Williams' #BETAwards speech: 'All Lives Matter supporters were SHOOK.'\nAt the BET Awards, Jesse Williams delivered an amazing speech that gave me chills. His words were nothing short of powerful.\nHe spoke to the pain of black people in different areas, whether it was police brutality, the appropriation of our culture, or the abuse we get in general in a white-favoring society.\nBy Nzinga Muhammad\nHe acknowledged those who have been murdered under the hands of policemen, including Tamir Rice; whose birthday he mentioned was recently.\nJesse Williams called out the fallacy of \"freedom\" pertaining to black people. He said it's always \"conditional\" for us.\nHe called out the appropriation of black culture and the \"gentrifying\" of \"our genius\", while there's an attack on black life.\nI am practically speechless at what to say about his words they spoke for themselves. That had to be one of, if not the most brilliant and thought provoking BET Award speech I have ever heard. It was probably one of the blackest moments on BET.\nAll Lives Matter supporters I'm sure were SHOOK. He single handedly dismantled their arguments and destroyed the idea that we have to conform to a rhetoric that others approve of for their comfort.\nOne of my favorite parts was the acknowledgement of black women in particular. Black women go through hell and back and we are sometimes an afterthought. It was nice to see a black man give praise and appreciation towards us, especially in a time where it seems as though black women don't receive as much love from black men as we should.\nI love love love LOVE this speech! I literally want this to be in history textbooks. I want never ending reposts, reblogs, favorites and likes for that speech. I want that speech to be ingrained in our minds, parced, understood, and used for the call to action for revolutionary change.\nThank you Jesse Williams!\n(Follow Nzinga Muhammad on Twitter @QueenNzinga13)\nOn Jesse Williams' #BETAwards speech: 'All Lives Matter supporters were SHOOK.' was last modified: June 27th, 2016 by BJ Blog Staff\n\"Why I Have Not Endorsed Any Candidate\" by Samaria Rice, mother of #TamirRice\n[Source: Medium.com]\nReflections from a Mom of the Movement\nOver the past few weeks, I had been approached by many people all with the same question: Who will I endorse for President of the United States? I have heard this even more since the launch of the Justice For Tamir Speak Out Tour. I have watched as my fellow mothers that have lost children have chosen a candidate to invest their faith in and I support them in their pursuits of justice for their children, and the people want to know where I stand.\nFor over a year I have been fighting for justice for my son, Tamir , who was killed by Cleveland police officers Timothy Loehmann and Frank Garmback. For over a year, I've waited to see if any candidate or official, including my state's governor, would release a plan of action that addressed the failures and inhumane decisions responsible for my son's death. While I've waited, I've been speaking out for true action, with changes that would help prevent another tragedy like Tamir's murder, changes that truly hold these police accountable and give people power in the communities we live in.\nAs a resident of Cleveland, Ohio, my local and state governments have not only failed my family, they've caused us severe trauma. After shooting Tamir, Cleveland police neglected to call aid for my son and handcuffed my daughter, who was trying help her brother. Then the city of Cleveland later tried to charge me for the ambulance ride that was too late to save my son's life. They said it was a mistake, and no one was held responsible for any of pain they caused my family.\nAfter Tamir's death, the county prosecutor, Timothy McGinty, an elected official, responsible for seeking justice for Tamir, instead blamed my 12 year old boy for his own death. All of this happened under the administration of Ohio governor, John Kasich, a 2016 presidential nominee. Ohio's state government has shown me repeatedly that the people elected to serve have no interest in justice. The loss of Tamir has made it clear to me that Cleveland is deeply invested in a system of injustice. No one has been held responsible for any part of this entire traumatic experience. No one has at least apologized for killing my son. Not a single politician has offered me some substantial support.\nWhile I've continued to push my state's officials towards real changes, several Presidential candidates have said my son's name in their mouth, using his death as an example of what shouldn't happen in America. Twelve year old children should never be murdered for playing in a park. But not a single politician: local, state or federal, has taken action to make sure it doesn't happen again.\nInstead of plans for justice and accountability, I have been shown several plans for criminal justice reform, none that address my experience of the entire system being guilty. Those plans don't address the many ways elected officials become exempt to accountability and the legal flaws that allow them to extend that exemption to cops who kill. These plans do not get rid of the trauma of knowing that my tax dollars help pay the salaries of the police officers that killed my son.\nAs one of the Mothers of the Movement, I know the death of Tamir has shown many just how important police accountability is. I also know it must be a piece of a larger plan to address the deep corruptions that exist in America. The people should be the ones determining what accountability looks like, not prosecutors who work closely with police to deny the people justice. County Prosecutors whose job requires them to believe the police the majority of the time, should not be the same people prosecuting them. Police officers often lie about fearing for their life.\nTrue community oversight of the police is one that evens the balance of power and allows the communities police serve to judge how well they are doing their job. My experience has let me know that the system is working just the way the people in power want it to. That is why I refuse to accept plans or support politicians that offer what they propose as solutions, not informed by us, the community. It's why I won't accept plans for more \"community police\" as positive solutions when it was the police that killed my son. I cannot settle for partial solutions and lip service. I know we need real action, and I refuse to endorse any candidate that offers less.\n\"Why I Have Not Endorsed Any Candidate\" by Samaria Rice, mother of #TamirRice was last modified: May 1st, 2016 by BJ Blog Staff\nSamaria Rice, Mother Of Tamir Rice, Releases Statement on Non-Indictment\nIn response to the Cuyahoga County grand jury's decision not to indict two officers involved in the shooting of her 12-year-old son Tamir Rice, Samaria Rice's mother released the following statement according to a tweet from Washington Post writer:\n\"My family and I are in pain and devastated by the non-indictment of officers Timothy Loehmann and Frank Garmback for the murder of our beloved Tamir. After this investigation\u2014which took over a year to unfold\u2014and Prosecutor McGinty's mishandling of this case, we no longer trust the local criminal-justice system, which we view as corrupt.\nProsecutor McGinty deliberately sabotaged the case, never advocating for my son, and acting instead like the police officers' defense attorney. In a time in which a non-indictment who have killed an unarmed black child is business as usual, we mourn for Tamir, and for all of the black people who have been killed by the police without justice. In our view, this process demonstrates that race is still an extremely troubling and serious problem in our country and the criminal-justice system.\nI don't want my child to have died for nothing and I refuse to let his legacy or his name be ignored. We will continue to fight for justice for him, and for all families who must live with the pain that we live with.\nAs the video shows, Officer Loehmann shot my son in less than a second. All I wanted was someone to be held accountable. But this entire process was a charade.\nI pray and hope that the federal government will investigate this case.\"\nSamaria Rice, Mother Of Tamir Rice, Releases Statement on Non-Indictment was last modified: April 28th, 2016 by BJ Blog Staff\nA tribute to slain martyrs in Cleveland\n[Source: FinalCall.com]\nCLEVELAND (FinalCall.com) \u2013 It was a moving scene when Nation of Islam Minister Louis Farrakhan and a delegation traveled to the Heritage Middle School parking lot in East Cleveland where Malissa Williams and Timothy Russell were killed.\nSome administrators and schoolchildren came out to hear the words spoken by Min. Farrakhan as he laid a wreath near the spot in tribute.\n\"Sometimes we wonder why? Why should my son or my daughter, my brother, my sister, suffer such and where is God when such could happen\u2014a slaughter\u2014from people who know how to shoot? They are trained to do that; but yet to shoot 137 times, that's not officers who are sworn to serve and protect. These are rogue killers in the uniform of service,\" said Min. Farrakhan on Sept. 4. \"How long can we continue to suffer like this without an appropriate response? We ask what can we do against the armed might of an increasingly militarized police force? What can we do? There's only one Creator and he is the only one who gives life and he also is the ultimate cause of death, but this life is so precious, we have the right to protect it,\" the Minister added.\n\"America is the greatest seller of arms in the world, but Jesus said it best, those who live by the sword will die by the sword. You sow the wind, but you reap the whirlwind. The deaths of Malissa Williams and Timothy Russell must be accounted for. Justice must come, or else.\"\nAlfredo Williams, the brother of Malissa Williams, is still troubled by the lack of justice in the case. He said many family members are still hurt and could not bring themselves to come to the memorial. He told The Final Call he misses his sister.\n\"I'm living with this the rest of my life and my family,\" said Mr. Williams. \"We're hurt! We're not going to ever feel the same\u2014never! Go to any city you ain't going to hear somebody got shot at 137 times! I hate even being here because of the simple fact that it brings back memories. They know what they did \u2026 they need to put that bastard away\u2014all of them! All thirteen of them!\" Mr. Williams said.\nNext the Minister traveled to the place where Tamir Rice was killed. Min. Farrakhan stood with Samaria Rice, the mother of Tamir, the slain martyr, at a memorial erected in his honor in the West Cleveland park where he was mercilessly shot down by a police officer. The makeshift memorial contains pictures, paintings, stuffed animals and handwritten tributes.\nYoung middle school students and a few eighth graders\u2014many of whom were Tamir's classmates\u2014came outside to hear Min. Farrakhan's words. Clearly still affected by Tamir's death, some cried as they stood around the memorial listening to Min. Farrakhan's words of tribute. He comforted many of them in a loving way and laid a wreath.\n\"We are here to pay our respects to our little brother Tamir Rice,\" said Min. Farrakhan. \"I felt the pain of the loss of my little brother, and all of you feel that same pain\u2014especially if you knew Tamir. But I want to say to you that Tamir didn't die in vain.\"\nA tribute to slain martyrs in Cleveland was last modified: April 28th, 2016 by BJ Blog Staff\nTamir Rice: Outrage brews in police shooting of 12-year-old\nOriginally published 12.6.14\n(Source: FinalCall.com) \u2013 The video of Cleveland Police fatally shooting 12-year-old Tamir Rice has angered residents and activists in the city. In a country already under a global microscope sparked by events in Ferguson, Mo. and a grand jury decision to not indict police officer Darren Wilson in the shooting death of Michael Brown, Jr., 18, this latest incident of an officer involved killing of a young, Black male has Cleveland on edge.\nThe video made public on Nov. 26 shows Tamir Rice being shot within 1 1\/2 to 2 seconds of a patrol car stopping near him at a park in Cleveland Nov. 22. It shows the boy reaching in his waistband for what police discovered was a pellet gun that shoots non-lethal plastic projectiles. He died the next day. The police were responding to a 911 call from someone stating there was someone in the park with a gun.\nThe officer that shot Tamir was identified as Timothy Loehmann, 26 who has only been on the force since March 3. His partner, Frank Garmback, 46 has been on the force since 2008. Both officers are White.\nBoth officers are on paid administrative leave pending a decision by the Cuyahoga County prosecutor's office whether to pursue any criminal charges. The family is reportedly conducting its own investigation. A public viewing for Tamir was held Nov. 30 and his funeral is Dec. 3 at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church.\nTamir's family released an earlier statement that said in part that the police reacted quickly and the situation could have been avoided and they hope the Cleveland Police Department and Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's office thoroughly examines what happened.\u00a0The family also asked for the community to remain calm and \"protest peacefully and responsibly.\"\n\"We understand that some of you are hurt, angry and sad about our loss. But let's use those emotions in a way that will contribute to positive efforts and solutions that bring change to Cleveland, Northeast Ohio and cities across the nation as it relates to how law enforcement officials interact with citizens of color,\" the statement said.\nArea activists said this latest tragedy further reflects problems of police departments that do not racially and ethnically reflect the communities they serve in addition to lack of proper training and proper community engagement.\nLong-time Cleveland activist Mariah Crenshaw told The Final Call when she heard about Tamir's shooting and viewed the video she was angry. [READ MORE]\nTamir Rice: Outrage brews in police shooting of 12-year-old was last modified: August 9th, 2015 by BJ Blog Staff","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Bobsled & Skeleton\nMen's Skeleton National Team\nSoldier Athletes and Coaches\nAthlete Blogs\nOlympic Teams\nWomen's Bobsled National Team\nDevelopment Teams\nPara Mono Bobsled\nWomen's Skeleton National Team\nMen's Bobsled National Team\nPara Skeleton\nDonate to USABS\nPassenger Rider Membership\nSport Memberships\nCombine Test Protocol and Scoring\nUtah Olympic Park's G-Force driving school and fantasy camps\nAthlete Resume\nCombine Test Results\nAthlete Testimonials\nHost a Combine\nCombine Test Dates\nRandy Price Memorial Award\nAmerican Express Members Give\nTeam behind the team\nAthlete Award Recipients\nWorld Cup Track Overviews\nBoard of Directors and Board Minutes\nPublic Files and Financials\nSkeleton Women\nBobsled Men\nBobsled Women\nSkeleton Men\n2019: Lake Placid, N.Y.\n1. Kendall Wesenberg 3:43.71 (55.66, 56.65, 55.71, 55.69); 2. Savannah Graybill 3:44.03 (55.86, 56.21, 55.88, 56.08); 3. Katie Uhlaender 3:44.42 (55.97, 56.16, 56.06, 56.23); 4. Megan Henry 3:44.88 (56.17, 56.52, 56.07, 56.12); 5. Sara Roderick 3:46.98 (56.52, 57.31, 56.43, 56.72); 6. Kelly Curtis 3:48.03 (56.68, 58.13, 56.38, 56.84); 7. Michelle Toukan 3:48.20 (57.42, 57.58, 56.25, 56.95); 8. Sam Culiver 3:48.96 (57.57, 56.99, 57.13, 57.27); 9. Lauren McDonald 3:50.94 (57.30, 58.45, 57.26, 57.93); 10. Kristen Hurley 3:51.33 (57.89, 57.85, 57.70, 57.89); 10. Mystique Ro 3:51.33 (57.94, 58.07, 57.62, 57.70); 12. Brooke Whitburn 3:54.60 (58.38, 58.98, 58.16, 59.08); 13. Emily Shelberg 3:55.50 (58.94, 58.41, 58.23, 59.92); 14. Sabrina Anderson 3:56.40 (59.37, 59.37, 58.28, 59.38); Logan Wudi (1:00.56, 1:00.47, 1:00.93, DNF);\n1. Katie Uhlaender 3:41.51 (55.28, 55.29, 55.36, 55.58); 2. Savannah Graybill 3:41.75 (55.39, 55.71, 55.19, 55.46); 3. Megan Henry 3:42.11 (55.37, 55.71, 55.16, 55.55); 4. Sam Culiver 3:42.32 (55.73, 55.97, 55.67, 55.95); 5. Gracie Clapp 3:44.04 (55.84, 56.29, 55.75, 56.16); 6. Sara Roderick 3:46.02 (56.86, 56.92, 56.13, 56.11); 7. Kelly Curtis 3:46.14 (56.23, 56.41, 56.48, 57.02); 8. Leslie Stratton 3:46.88 (56.51, 57.12, 56.52, 56.73); 9. Kellie Delka 3:47.06 (56.75, 56.90, 56.47, 56.94); 10. Kristen Hurley 3:47.87 (56.56, 57.02, 56.81, 57.48); 11. Michelle Toukan 3:49.48 (57.34, 57.55, 57.47, 57.12); 12. Lauren McDonald 3:51.40 (57.39, 58.18, 57.79, 58.04); 13. Emily Schelberg 3:52.61 (57.54, 58.51, 58.05, 58.51); 14. Brooke Whitburn 3:54.84 (58.47, 58.76, 58.76, 58.85); DNF. Mystique Ro (57.34, 58.99, DNS, DNS);\n1.Annie O'Shea 3:43.37 (55.30, 55.79, 56.19, 56.09); 2. Katie Uhlaender 3:43.59 (55.40, 55.42, 56.47, 56.30); 3. Savannah Graybill 3:44.23 (55.25, 55.88, 56.51, 56.59); 4. Kendall Wesenberg 3:45.10 (55.55, 56.31, 56.61, 56.63); 5. Megan Henry 3:45.34 (55.80, 55.73, 57.38, 56.43); 6. Gracie Clapp-Taylor 3:45.40 (55.70, 56.18, 56.78, 56.74); 7. Kellie Delka 3:46.24 (55.85, 56.46, 57.06, 56.87); 8. Leslie Stratton 3:49.71 (56.69, 57.26, 57.96, 57.80); 9. 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Kristen Hurley 4:00.42 (59.72, 59.55, 1:01.34, 59.81); 14. Kalyn McGuire 4:01.48 (59.64, 59.08, 1:03.06, 59.70); 15. Brooke Granquist 4:06.00 (1:01.15, 1:00.63, 1:03.12, 1:01.10); 16. Caitlin Stuetz 4:14.92 (58.03, 58.89, 1:18.34, 59.66)\n1. Savannah Graybill 3:41.42 (55.24, 55.87, 55.04, 55.27); 2. Annie O'Shea 3:42.39 (55.49, 56.10, 55.12, 55.68); 3. Megan Henry 3:42.73 (55.73, 55.84, 55.38, 55.78); 4. Kellie Delka 3:44.76 (56.18, 56.54, 55.68, 56.36); 5. Morgan Tracey 3:45.71 (56.54, 56.75, 56.18, 56.24); 6. Lauri Bausch 3:46.19 (56.34, 56.71, 56.47, 56.67); 7. Kendall Wesenberg 3:46.97 (56.50, 56.85, 56.74, 56.88); 8. Kelly Curtis 3:47.06 (56.52, 57.30, 56.57, 56.67); 9. Samantha Culiver 3:47.08 (57.31, 56.99, 56.14, 56.64); 10. Rebecca Hass 3:52.68 (58.10, 58.95, 57.23, 58.40); 11. Megan Dovell 3:53.00 (57.83, 58.44, 59.11, 57.62); 12. Kalyn McGuire 3:53.03 (58.02, 58.41, 57.89, 58.71); 13. Merissa Gray 3:56.70 (59.02, 59.40, 58.77, 59.51);\n1. Savannah Graybill 3:42.74 (55.80, 55.89, 55.22, 55.83); 2. Samantha Culiver 3:46.77 (56.78, 56.50, 56.63, 56.86); 3. Sherri Emery 3:47.54 (57.10, 57.21, 56.47, 56.76); 4. Morgan Tracey 3:47.58 (56.35, 56.91, 57.23, 57.09); 5. Kendall Wessenburg 3:48.26 (57.78, 57.02, 56.63, 56.83); 6. Kellie Delka 3:49.60 (57.62, 57.26, 57.21, 57.51); 7. Veronica Day 3:53.79 (56.90, 1:02.87, 56.96, 57.06); 8. Megan Dovell 3:54.35 (58.97, 58.40, 58.36, 58.62); 9. Elizabeth Reed 3:59.28 (1:00.55, 59.42, 59.88, 59.43);\n1. Annie O'Shea 3:53.40 (58.33, 1:00.31, 57.39, 57.37); 2. Savannah Graybill 3:55.16 (58.66, 1:01.24, 57.93, 57.33); 3. Lauren Salter 3:55.56 (59.26, 1:01.20, 57.41, 57.69); 4. Lauri Bausch 3:55.65 (59.28, 1:00.93, 57.93, 57.51); 5. Caitlin Carter 3:55.89 (59.53, 1:01.11, 57.59, 57.66); 6. Kellie Delka 3:56.18 (59.01, 1:01.27, 57.85, 58.05); 7. Meghan Sullivan 3:56.23 (59.07, 1:01.54, 58.07, 57.55); 8. Veronica Day 3:56.30 (59.50, 1:00.97, 58.19, 57.64); 9. Morgan Tracey 3:57.58 (59.32, 1:01.24, 58.51, 58.51); 10. Corinne Dipietro 3:58.57 (59.90, 1:01.29, 58.22, 59.16); 10. Kristin Hull 3:58.57 (59.85, 1:01.71, 58.25, 58.76); 12. Gracie Clapp 3:59.18 (59.87, 1:02.46, 58.03, 58.82); 13. Sherrie Emery 4:00.71 (59.80, 1:02.96, 58.73, 59.22); 14. Adrienne Clark 4:05.71 (1:02.01, 1:03.32, 1:00.62, 59.76);\n1. Megan Henry 3:46.06 (56.62, 56.98, 56.09, 56.37); 2. Savannah Graybill 3:46.73 (56.65, 57.22, 56.09, 56.77); 3. Meghan Sullivan 3:47.66 (56.89, 57.30, 56.50, 56.97); 4. Lauren Salter 3:47.72 (56.86, 56.98, 56.50, 57.38); 5. Lauri Bausch 3:48.45 (57.20, 57.32, 56.83, 57.10); 6. Sherri Emery 3:48.60 (56.95, 57.64, 56.81, 57.20); 7. Veronica Day 3:49.07 (57.48, 57.27, 57.18, 57.14); 8. Joy Bryant 3:49.72 (57.26, 57.72, 57.26, 57.48); 9. Blair Tomten 3:49.85 (57.39, 57.57, 57.10, 57.79); 10. Caitlin Carter 3:50.02 (57.34, 57.58, 57.00, 58.10); 11. Samantha Culiver 3:51.01 (57.44, 58.15, 57.72, 57.70); 12. Kristina Hull 3:51.55 (57.72, 58.41, 57.71, 57.71); 13. Corinne Dipietro 3:52.48 (58.05, 58.84, 57.41, 58.18); 14. Morgan Tracey 3:53.05 (57.31, 59.53, 57.84, 58.37); 15. Adrienne Clark 3:53.52 (58.63, 58.57, 57.85, 58.47); 16. Kellie Delka 3:53.71 (58.70, 58.83, 57.91, 58.27); 17. Gracie Clapp 3:54.03 (58.44, 58.96, 57.77, 58.86); 18. Andia Winslow (DSQ);\n1. Annie O'Shea 3:44.90 (55.38, 55.44, 56.54, 57.54); 2. Katie Uhlaender 3:47.30 (55.81, 56.58, 56.80, 58.11); 3. Kimber Gabryszak 3:47.57 (55.96, 56.07, 57.00, 58.54); 4. Keslie Tomlinson 3:50.99 (57.10, 57.27, 57.62, 59.00); 5. Morgan Tracey 3:51.77 (57.06, 57.57, 58.13, 59.01); 6. Lauri Bausch 3:52.01 (57.42, 57.77, 57.79, 59.03); 7. Savannah Greybill 3:53.64 (57.00, 57.87, 59.05, 59.72); 8. Megan Sullivan 3:53.73 (57.30, 57.44, 58.99, 1:00.00); 9. Lauren Salter 3:54.16 (57.20, 57.79, 58.94, 1:00.23); 10. Corinne DiPietro 3:54.76 (57.18, 58.00, 59.05, 1:00.53); 11. Samantha Culiver 3:55.08 (57.99, 58.97, 58.57, 59.55); 12. 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Seattle has an buy replica football jerseys online uncanny knack for thriving on tension that would collapse other teams. But it can last for only so long, and their first performance of the year widened any existing gulf between offense and defense.\nTwo things were clearly noticeable in the loss. The Ravens played with no energy and they were outcoached. That's the two things an owner has to keep an eye on, especially with a coach who is in his 10th season. Forget the contract extension. The Ravens haven't been to the playoffs in three of the last four years. That's the bottom line.\nKelly, custom football jerseys for parents 53, went 46 7 as the head coach of the Ducks from 2009 2012. He was hired by the Eagles in January 2013 and went 26 21 before being fired at the end of the 2015 season. 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I look for someone who is spontaneous and loves surprises because I'm full of them.\nSimpson minimum sentence was nine years, so this year marks the first time he could be released on parole. In the 2013 hearing, he was granted parole on five of the 12 counts against him. At Thursday hearing, he will have to make parole on the other seven counts to be released.\n\"Jim Brown higher than any quarterback?\" King said. \"Well, he dominated more than any quarterback has, and he did it in a time when the running game was everything. He was as big as a linebacker, as fast as a receiver. Imagine averaging a 100 yard game for your career. He averaged 104.3.\"\nNow, this much seems clear: Reese is buying into what McAdoo is selling. Look no further than the signing of free agent blocking tight end Rhett Ellison as a prime example of Reese hearing what McAdoo wants and acting to go get it, a fullback\/tight end combo who makes the Giants more formidable at the line of scrimmage and point of attack.\nIn the 2011 2012 season, for example, Golden State Warriors assistant coach Mike Malone was reportedly the highest paid assistant coach in the NBA with a salary of $750,000 per year, according to a 2014 TheRichest article. In 2013, Lawrence Frank was offered a $6 million deal over six years to serve as assistant coach for the Brooklyn Nets; and in 2014, the Cleveland Cavaliers made Tyronn Lue the highest paid assistant coach in NBA history with a four year, $6.5 million contract, according to Yahoo Sports.Salary BasisAssistant coaches' salaries in the nike nfl jerseys NBA are based on a variety of factors, including the team's individual budget and market, as well as the coaches' experience and reputation.\nBroncos notes: QB TREVOR SIEMIAN buy authentic nfl jerseys passed for 2 TDs vs. 1 INT had 1st career rush TD in Week 1. Joined JOHN ELWAY BRIAN GRIESE as only QBs in team history with 2+ pass TDs rush TD in Week 1 opener. ANDERSON has 188 rush yards (94.0 per game) in past 2. In past 5 vs. NFC, has 431 scrimmage yards (86.2 per game) with 4 TDs (3 rush, 1 rec.). RB JAMAAL CHARLES had 103 scrimmage yards (55 rush, 48 rec.) with TD catch in his last meeting (9\/15\/13 with KC). Has 5.44 career rush avg., highest in NFL history (min. 1,000 att.). Has 80+ scrimmage yards in 11 of past 12 vs. NFC 14 total TDs (10 rush, 4 rec.) in those contests. WR DEMARYIUS THOMAS aims for 4th in row vs. NFC with TD catch. Has 497 catches 6,937 rec. yards since 2012, both 2nd most in NFL behind ANTONIO BROWN. Has 1,000+ rec. yards in each of past 5 seasons, longest streak in NFL. WR BENNIE FOWLER III had career high 2 TD catches in Week 1. WR EMMANUEL SANDERS has 222 rec. yards (74.0 per game) rec. TD in past 3 vs. NFC. LB VON MILLER has 18.5 sacks, 4 FFs, FR INT TD in 20 career games vs. NFC. Since entering league in 2011, ranks 2nd in NFL with 73.5 sacks tied for 2nd with 19 FFs. CB BRADLEY ROBY personalized basketball uniforms had INT 2 PD last week. CB AQIB TALIB has 33 INTs since 2008, most among active players. Had INT in his last meeting (9\/23\/12 with TB). Has 9 career INTTDs, most among active players tied for 4th in NFL history. 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Family Returns Home to Find Dog Still AliveCalif. Dodgers: A Look at the NLCS Schedule So Far'Doing My Part': Oakland A's Catcher Becomes 1st MLB Player to Kneel for National AnthemMiami Dolphins Assistant Coach Resigns After Video Allegedly Showing Him Snorting White PowderTrump's NFL Criticisms Spark Protests From About 200 Players During AnthemsColin Kaepernick Files Grievance Against NFLCubs vs. Dodgers: A Look at the NLCS Schedule So FarOpinion: Maddon's Ninth Inning Mismanagement Is His Biggest Blunder2017 Bank of America Chicago MarathonCubs Set NLCS Game 2 Lineup vs. Dodgers No plain red football jersey popular stories at the moment, please try again later.\nLater Wednesday, another late, great QB, Earl Morrall, also was revealed to have had chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), which is associated with memory loss, impaired judgment and progressive dementia. Dozens of former players have been diagnosed, some who died in old age, like Frank Gifford, and a few who took their lives, like Junior Seau.\nSo you cut the cord. But you've also cut yourself out of being able to watch free NFL games. Of course, you can always trek to the local watering hole on Sundays and blow next week's lunch money. But with the NFC exclusively on FOX, the AFC on CBS, and the big Sunday night matchup on NBC and don't forget that always tantalizing Thursday night matchup you are basically out of luck watching games at home for free.\nLynch, 5 feet 11, 215 pounds, burnished his reputation as a tough runner with the Seattle Seahawks, with whom he earned four straight Pro Bowl invitations and a first team All Pro honor in 2012. But he stepped away from the NFL after the 2015 season before returning to Oakland in the offseason.\nOur state government is fiscally crippled but it doesn't have to be morally crippled, too. The bad stuff needs to be dragged out. The Journal Inquirer has been fighting unsuccessfully for access to an internal report on three state cops who, in 2015, accidentally recorded themselves appearing to fabricate charges against a guy they detained. We need to know what happened in that case, too.\nTrump cast his decision as one that would. 13, 2017\u2033 > >Priebus, former Trump chief of staff, interviewed by Mueller team in Russia probeReince Priebus, the former chief of staff to President Donald Trump, was interviewed for a full day Friday by members of special counsel Robert Mueller team, Priebus lawyer said.\nOne of the biggest crackdowns on the corrupting role of money in college basketball, 10 men including a top Adidas executive and four assistant coaches were charged Tuesday with using hundreds of thousands of dollars in bribes to influence star athletes' cheap baseball jerseys choice of schools, shoe sponsors, agents, even tailors.\nThe Eagles actually made it to the Super Bowl. For Eagles devotees, this was certainly a development. After years of making an effort, they finally obtained their mission of getting to the Super Bowl. If you make a home anywhere near Philadelphia, you would concur that fan damonium broadened to a new level. Everywhere you look, all you could find was Eagles merchandise. Fans embellished their cars to the nines with Eagles license plates, tire covers, mud flaps, flags you name it. Fans even garnished their places with NFL Merchandise and incredible inflated Donovan McNabb lawn ornaments.\nA cheap baseball jerseys club may not, however, grant exclusive negotiating rights to a community or potential stadium landlord other than one in its current home territory.2. All clubs, at any time during their stadium negotiations, are free to seek the assistance of the League Office and the Stadium Committee, on either a formal or informal basis.\nAmid the high stakes competition in professional sports are the men and women in black and white who enforce rules and maintain continuity in the game. In each of the professional sports leagues, the National Football League, the National Hockey League, the National Basketball Association and Major League Baseball, referees are paid very well per game. Depending on the sport, some referees are paid higher per game salaries than others.\nPlayers are open to punishment from the league even if they aren't facing formal charges or a conviction. After the NFL's response to a video showing former Ravens running back Ray Rice punching his then fiancee now wife generated widespread criticism in 2014, the NFL amended its personal conduct policy.\nOur kicker, Lynn said Monday. competed well all training camp. He kicked well in Denver. He got one blocked. This is the first time he had a bad day. Chargers have started 0 2, with losses to the Broncos and the Dolphins both ending on Koo misses from 44 yards away. But Koo late attempt in Denver last Monday was blocked, giving the team reason to view his struggles as an isolated incident rather than a disturbing pattern.\nThe players union said in a statement that man or woman should ever have to choose a job that forces them to surrender their rights. No worker nor any athlete, professional or not, should be forced to become less than human when it comes to protecting their basic health and safety. NFLPA said line that marks the balance between the rights of every citizen in our great country gets crossed when someone is told to just up and play.' the issue of violence on the field, Trump said players are being thrown out for aggressive tackles, and it the same game. the past several seasons, the NFL and college football have increased penalties and enforcement for illegal hits to the head and for hitting defenseless players. A July report on 202 former football players found evidence of a debilitating brain disease linked to repeated head blows in nearly all of them. The league has agreed to pay $1 billion to retired players who claimed it misled them about the concussion dangers of playing football.\nBut Gase also knows his running game, led by rugged running back Jay Ajayi, has also been inadequate. That's a problem because it's the base of the offense yet Ajayi, who had 28 carries for 122 yards in the season opening victory against the Los Angeles Chargers has 23 carries for only 36 yards in the two games since.\nStudents getting busy at school is a lot easier to explain than teachers. For one, it's a place where you're surrounded by peers, some of whom you may be attracted to, so it makes more sense in a primal, hormonal sort of way to be all fired up during Spanish class. Muy caliente are the loins. When you're a teenager in love, or more likely a teenager in lust, school is the perfect mix of opportunity and rebellion when it comes to getting sophomorically freaky. Some of us opt to play hooky or smart off to stupid Mr. Terrence who thinks he knows so much about algebra, and some of us choose to discover blowies behind the tree by the football field. It takes all kinds.\nIt time to take the growing boycott of the NFL seriously. Yes, there are other factors at play, like the aforementioned decline in quality of the games themselves and the growing number of alternatives to cable TV that have led to what widely known as SportsBusiness Daily even cited the 2016 presidential election as a reason. But based on the number of fans strongly expressing their views against the anthem protests and fresh data surfacing to support their cause, the NFL boycott is real and should not be ignored. His opinions do not necessarily reflect that of CBS or 98.5 The Sports Hub.\nFSU Derwin James chimes in on Charles, Kelly, game at Duke FSU WR Nyqwan Murray recaps Miami loss, game at Duke Fisher has confidence in FSU defensive coordinator Charles Kelly FSU Ryan Izzo on 1 3 start, rebounding at Duke FSU CB Levonta Taylor recaps Miami loss, previews Duke FSU RB Jacques Patrick recaps loss to Miami FSU Jimbo Fisher recaps his first loss to Miami FSU LB Matthew Thomas recaps loss to Miami\nIt is very important to note that not all the competitors in an event may be listed, so another betting option is on the \"field\" which includes all other competitors not listed. The odds on a \"field\" bet are typically comparable to a bet on the favorite in order to protect sportsbooks from taking a big hit if a major upset occurs. In exchange for a lesser payout, field bettors gain the advantages of having more than one entrant that can win for them.\nOver the weekend, President Donald Trump called the protestors of b and urged team owners to fire them. Americans have given their lives all over the world, he wrote. you use the banner under which they fought as a source for your displeasure, you dishonor the memories of those who bled for the very freedoms you have. That what the red stripes mean. It represents the blood of those who spilled a sea of it defending your liberty. argued that by choosing not to stand during the national anthem, players snubbed the sacrifices made by military veterans.\nWe generally think of Indian reservations as being mini nations peeking out of the United States, like tiny islands in an ocean of indifference. After all, isn't that what the \"sovereign\" part of \"tribal sovereignty\" is all about? But while the government likes to remember indigenous populations as being independent from them when it's time to hand out money, its memory gets a little foggy when it comes to letting them have their own legal system. Don't believe us? Watch the Chief Justice of the Cherokee Supreme Court tell Samantha Bee that he can do 100 percent of nothing if she were to walk onto Cherokee land and punch his mother in the face.\nCountry After becoming the highest paid NFL cornerback in 2014, Arizona Cardinals corner Patrick Peterson wants to take his game to the next level in 2015. Speaking of money, the four time Pro Bowler and Under Armour sponsored athlete just dropped $2.962 million on a new home in Scottsdale, Arizona, according to the Los Angeles Times. M recently sat down with the league's top moneymaking corner to chat offseason training, improving speed and more.\nTire pressure is a crucial factor in cycling one of the remaining realms in which individual, idiosnycratic experience, experimentation, and strategy are still permitted to impact the outcome of a race. Professional mechanics keep detailed (secret) notes about how much air they use in which tires, in which races, and under what kind of weather conditions. Dry weather and warm temperatures in Paris Roubaix? There's a tire pressure for that. A cold and rainy Tour de France stage through the Alps? Well, it depends on which climbs are being tackled, but there's a tire pressure for that too.\nThe Dolphins had a chance to tie the game at 17 in the third quarter. But Cutler overthrew Landry in the end zone on second down, then Chargers defensive end Melvin Ingram beat left tackle Laremy Tunsil and sacked Cutler on third down. The Dolphins had to settle for a 28 yard field goal by Parkey to cut their deficit to 17 13, and he later hit a 35 yarder to whittle the deficit to 17 16.\nIndividual units aside, the key sponsorship positions in the various pre game, post game and halftime shows have been renewed by the marketers who held them a year ago. For example, Kia has returned for its third year as the sponsor of \"Football Night in America's\" \"Sunday Night Kickoff\" segment, while Toyota is back for its eleventh season of sponsoring the \"Monday Night Football\" halftime show and Ford is revving up for another stint in support of Fox's one hour pre game program \"The NFL on Fox.\"\nThink you see that. I think he was kind of aware when he did and what http:\/\/www.authenticcheapjerseyschina.com\/ he was doing, the effect it would have on his career. It's tough for him, I would imagine. We'll see. Hopefully he gets picked up and has a chance to still play. A new survey suggests that player led national anthem protests, led by then 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, were a bigger factor than many may have previously believed. In fact, they may have been the biggest.\nVirginia Tech's defensive backs vs. East Carolina's receivers: The Pirates don't haveZay Jonesanymore. He's in the NFL after a record setting career in which he caught 399 passes, including 158 as a senior. The Hokies have faced the Pirates enough to know that they'll test them on the outside. Fortunately for Tech, its cornerbacks don't shy away from the challenge. And after a season opener in which West Virginia racked up the yards, the Hokies bounced back against Delaware by holding the lower division Blue Hens to 116 yards in the air.\nall jersey, cheap packers jerseys, custom american football shirts, jersey price, throwback jerseys\nTwo days before the Champions Trophy had kicked off in England, it emerged in the media that India captain Kohli had tol\nTwo days before the Champions Trophy had kicked off in England, it emerged in the media that India captain Kohli had told BCCI officials that some players were uncomfortable with the \"intimidating\" style of Kumble's man management. As a result, despite India's success in Kumble's year in charge, during which the team climbed to No.1 in the Test rankings, the board advertised for fresh interviews for the head coach's position instead of extending his contract.\nRelated: How to Train Like Mr. UniverseShe may no longer be an Olympic athlete, but staying healthy is still on Caitlyn's mind! \"Eat your Wheaties!\" she quipped at the TV Critics Press Tour, a reminder that Bruce Jenner was famously on the cereal box in the '70s. \"I don't really exercise like I used to,\" acknowledged Jenner. \"I go for morning walks. I try to eat properly the best I can, anyway.\" Starring in her own show, \"I Am Cait,\" starting its second season on E!, must require some caffeine hits. She admits, \"I just should stay away cheap basketball jerseys from the Starbucks a little more.\"\nEzekiel Elliott, who gained 8 yards in nine carries against Denver and drew criticism for not hustling after a couple of late interceptions, was bottled up much of the game, but still gained 80 yards on 22 attempts, 30 on one play. He ran 8 yards for the final Cowboys touchdown.\nThe 2013 Seahawks D didn't rely on career years or impeccable health. And they definitely didn't rely on aging players. The three oldest starters on last year's defense were defensive ends Chris Clemons (now 32) and Red Bryant (30) and cornerback Brandon Browner (30). All three are now gone, replaced by Michael Bennett (28), Cliff Avril (28), and Byron Maxwell (26). The Seahawks were already the youngest team to win a Super Bowl and they're getting even younger.\nBut more than scores or stats, this was a game more for the fans than reporters. It was the masses, not the media, that rejoiced over the return of pro football. And you could not have found a more pastoral or poignant setting than Green Bay, Wisconsin, the ancestral home of the modern NFL.\nWhat another player suffering from CTE and committing suicide mean to the current president? It as far down his list of priorities as the fears of the oppressed. It shouldn be shocking that Trump cares so little about NFL players. They just the latest on a long list of people that he wishes would shut up and allow life to be shoved down their throat.\nBecause even then, even when Mowins was a little girl, she knew what she wanted. She'd hurry home from church on Sundays to watch Phyllis George on the NFL Today, encouraging evidence of the possibilities. Mowins was raised in a sports saturated household, the only girl of four Mowins' siblings, the daughter of a long time North Syracuse High School basketball coach. And while she excelled at every sport she tried, she was drawn to the language and the expressions of the games. She was fascinated by televised sports and the personalities that described what she was watching.\nIt was Ryan Shazier, springing into the air at least five yards in front of intended target and Indianapolis Colts tight end Jack Doyle on the second play of the second quarter, producing one of Pittsburgh's only real defensive highlights of the starters vs. starters part of the game. Shazier's pick, celebrated by flinging the ball down to the opposite 15 yard line where Coty Sensabaugh picked it up, also prevented the Colts from building on a 7 3 lead.\n\"If you're a parent who doesn't want your kids complaining about Lima beans, don't show them footage of Carroll on the sidelines, because all he does is bark at the refs, all game long. Any Husky fan who's a real Husky fan fucking hates Carroll, and methinks it'll be a slow thaw once he's patrolling the sidelines in SoDo. If the objective of Seahawk brass is to widen the rift between UW's View Ridge Bellevue clientele and the Hawks' Auburn Larry the Cable Guy clientele, this oughta do it.\"\nKeep in touch with these contacts to find out about job openings and stay in touch with colleagues in your field. This contact network can be mobilized as references during job interviews and partners in creating multiteam development programs.Tip Study the history, rules and trends in your sport as you rise through the player development ranks.\nYou may have heard this before, but Brady has led the Patriots back to give them a late fourth quarter lead. Even with Clowney nearly getting to Brady, the quarterback delivered a strike to Cooks at the front of the end zone for a 25 yard touchdown. Cooks got both feet in and held onto the ball as he tumbled out of bounds. The play was reviewed and upheld, and then Cooks brought in the two point conversion to make it a three point Patriots lead.\nDhani Jones: Over there, they bike to the market, work, the club, to see the family, everything. It's a community on bikes. It's just what they do. It seems like that is something that is starting to come about in the United States. People are finding other modes of transportation and being more aware of their environment and their health.\nThe expanded playoffs proposal would have seven teams in each conference, instead of the current six, qualifying annually for the postseason. There would be one opening round postseason bye per conference, instead of two. That would result in six first round playoff games instead of four. One of them presumably would be played on a Monday night.\n\"I wasn't preoccupied with the NFL, I was ashamed of what was taking place because to me that was a very important moment,\" Trump said. \"I have plenty of time on my hands. All I do is work and, to be honest with you, that's an important function of working. It's called respect for our country.\"\nLed by NFL MVP Fran Tarkenton and running back Chuck Foreman on offense, and featuring a defense fronted by a group known as the \"Purple People Eaters,\" Minnesota won its first 10 games and finished 12 2, tying for the best record in the NFL. Coach Bud Grant's group had few weaknesses, perhaps fewer than his four teams that reached the Super Bowl.\nThey gave former Bronco Danny Trevathan $12 million. 21, create uniforms basketball 2016\u2033 > >NFL draft preview: Tell Us a Story with Ted Albrecht1977 Bears draft pick Ted Albrecht shares his story about almost being drafted by the Packers. 21, 2016\u2033 > >NFL draft preview: Phil Thompson fantasy picksPhil Thompson shares his fantasy picks for this year NFL draft.\nThat comes to a hair more than 3 percent of the total. Almost as many 24 percent of the 12 percent, or a hair less than 3 percent cited either the league's domestic abuse issues or in game delays, such as excessive penalties and replay reviews. Too much advertising and the presidential campaign drew double digit mentions.\nBasic RulesBasically, the offensive team of 11 players tries to advance across the goal line by running or throwing the football on a 100 by 53 yard field, marked off in 1 yard intervals, while the defensive team tries to stop them by tackling players and blocking their forward motion. The teams switch roles when the offense hasn't gained 10 yards in four tries, or \"downs.\" Specific rules cover all aspects of the game, such as one or both the runner's knees need to touch the ground for a tackle to stop the play, and that no more than 40 seconds can elapse between plays.\nYou are publicly charged in federal court with running the largest corporate drug cartel in the history of the United States of America, what is your response going to be? Silverman said. response is going to be nothing, because you afraid to open your mouth. You afraid to incriminate yourself. spokesperson for NFL physicians disputed any suggestion that the quest for on field results superseded player health.\nI felt like everything I could have done after the season as far as combine and pro day and my training, I was only going to help myself with my testing and everything, said Dupre, who clocked a time of 4.46 second time in the 40 yard dash at LSU's pro day. This is one of those things I dont like to think about now because its behind me and Im part of a great team\u2026 I havent really thought of it much since it happened. At the time, it was a very stressful moment. But at the same time, its behind us and Im moving forward.\nLately levy has begun speaking out in louder ways. In April he wrote an editorial for The Players Tribune titled \"Man Up,\" decrying macho athletic culture and its tacit condoning of sexual assault. \"Some of my peers needed a man in their position to challenge their ideals directly,\" he says. \"Just because you see it as a women issue doesn mean that we, as men, can say something.\"\nIn 2009, the last time Gary Ablett jnr played in a premiership, Sam Newman thought it would be fun to dress up a mannequin as a female journalist and call the doll \"a fair piece\". The online comments from 2009 in response to that controversy read like a bygone era, full of bemused defences of Newman's skit as a point of humour. The humour defence officially died last year, when the same female journalist was the butt of a joke about being drowned by some of the same men. The difference between the responses to those two incidents is approximately eightyears, and whatever social force has evolved in that time.\nReceivers\/EndsHeight can also be an advantage for those who catch the passes. Taller wide receivers and tight ends present a better target for the quarterback, and they have a greater chance of being able to outjump the defensive backs for a pass in traffic. Although the Bleacher Report study showed that smaller NFL receivers had higher per catch average, their taller counterparts had a higher touchdown percentage. As with other positions in which height is a factor, college coaches are more likely to recruit receivers who have the prototypical size.\nNFL commissioner Roger Goodell pointed to the wild 2016 presidential race between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton as one factor for the slump, with viewership initially down 14 percent from 2015 until election day on Nov. 8. NFL viewership did recover in the last eight weeks of the season. Power survey are a bit misleading.\nI fear that I must end on an unsatisfactory note. There is no perfect balance to be struck between the presumption of innocence and the need for the NFL and other sports leagues to set a proper example. What we can safely say is that whatever other discipline the commissioner might decide to impose, at this year's draft the league's public image took a hit.\n\"They walked in the room as one of the best owners in the NFL; I'd say top five,\" Jones said. \"And so once they assess it with a season or two, look at it, if there is any issue there, they won't need (the rest of the league's) ownership to tell them about it.\"\nUnderstanding Point SpreadsIf a team is a 5 point favorite, its odds are 5. If a team is a 5 point underdog, its odds are +5. From the oddsmakers' perspective, the underdog starts the game with a 5 0 lead and the favored team starts with a 0 5 deficit. If you bet on the favored team and it wins by only four points, it doesn't cover the spread and you lose. If you bet on the underdog and it loses by only four points, it beats the spread and you win. Your winnings would be based on the moneyline. Typically it is 110 for point spread games, meaning you would have to bet $110 to earn $100.\nMez said researchers are looking next into better understanding the link between football and CTE how long someone has to play it to face a substantial risk of the disease and how to diagnose it in a living person, so scientists can also study how to treat it.\n\"We are very concerned that, if there is a significant release of coal into the river, that it will have a significant impact on the recreational waterway here in football jerseys for sale Danville,\" Eisenhauer said. \"We see some tourism benefit by having the river run right through town and will so more once the riverfront project is complete. So to then ruin whatever tourism opportunities exist now or in the future because of the release of the coal ash official nfl jerseys could have a detrimental economic impact.\"\nDon think they have changed at all, that former personnel executive for multiple NFL teams said of Kaepernick job prospects. he was trying to spark a conversation about has been muted. It has been transformed into a debate about patriotism. NFL says it has stayed out of the issue of whether Kaepernick should be signed, calling that a matter for individual teams. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has said since the offseason he did not believe Kaepernick was being blackballed because of his political stance. Jones and some other owners echoed those sentiments. The NFL stuck to its non committal, non interventionist stance following last weekend memorable developments.\nThe Bling's the ThingThe team owner has full discretion over who gets rings, and can order additional rings if necessary, although they won't be paid for by the NFL. \"I don't buy expensive jewelry. I say if you're going to wear expensive jewelry you earn it,\" said Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman after the team's ring ceremony in 2014. In addition to the official rings made for the winning team, the company creating the rings also makes at least one additional piece for display at the NFL Hall of Fame. The display ring is considered a replica, while the official rings often include personalized engravings such as the player's name and number. Mueller holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science from the University of North Carolina at Asheville and a Juris Doctor from Indiana University Maurer School of Law.\nMost sports related jobs have wide salary ranges depending on whether the person is working with professional athletes or amateurs.StatisticianMore professional sports teams are hiring statisticians than ever before. They use them to monitor trends and determine probability of the outcome of certain plays or the performance of certain athletes.\nLocationFlorida had both the highest level of jobs and the highest concentration of positions for title insurance agents as of 2010, offering an average salary of $40,540 a year, according to the bureau. The bureau names the District of Columbia as the nation's top paying state for title insurance agents with a salary average of $84,070. New York, Illinois, North Carolina and Vermont also ranked among the highest paying states for this occupation with salary averages ranging from $67,770 to $75,180 a year.\n\"There were no conversations or correspondence from Aaron to his family or legal team that would have indicated anything like this was possible,\" Baez said. \"Aaron was looking forward to an opportunity for a second chance to prove his innocence. Those who love and care about him are heartbroken and determined to find the truth surrounding his untimely death.\".\nFor now, he accepts that the damage he sustained is permanent. He doesn't think it's getting worse, so he tries to adapt. He writes a lot of reminder notes, sets alerts on his phone, stays on top of his meds. And he has devoted himself obsessively to learning about concussions and helping other players who are suffering.\nMeanwhile, those skeptical of Riley and athletic director Shawn Eichorst tell you the current culture in the program lacks accountability. That faction points not only to the recent busts, but also to 2016 senior co captain Nate Gerry's bowl game suspension last season. The standout safety says he came up three credits short of being eligible to participate, a remarkable development considering Nebraska's tradition of academic excellence.\nLandry instantly brought an attitude to the huddle that wasn't familiar to Dolphins fans. His excitement for the game and passion for every play, no matter the score, is similar to what Jose Fernandez brought to the Marlins dugout. With his effort and style of play, Landry elevates his teammates. He's more than just a receiver; he's a franchise changing personality. He's a culture changer.\nAnd We Like It.\"I wish women understood that no matter how much they may think their man is evolved, we are very basic. Even the most manscaped guy in a Brooks Brothers suit is a caveman at heart. Let us grunt and be ourselves and we will gladly drag your dinner home.\" Tim Wilkins, 43, ComedianLet Me Think I'm the Funniest Guy You Know\"Ladies, we don't like when you're laughing too hard at another man's jokes.\nBecause of the intensity of play in the NFL, the average shelf life of a player is considerably shorter than those in less physical sports such as baseball and basketball. Many players are traded away before they reach their prime, while others prove injury prone and wind up being near useless to their new team.\nWe will implement changes in our talent lineup this week. A limited number of other positions will also be affected and a handful of new jobs will be posted to fill various needs.\"These decisions impact talented people who have done great work for our company,\" he wrote. \"I would like to thank all of them for their efforts and their many contributions to ESPN.\"Report: ESPN's Mike Greenberg to leave 'Mike and Mike' for a new TV showThis is the second big roundup of job cuts at ESPN in recent years.\nIt has been confirmed in the media that Mark Sanchez, the Jets current quarterback is frustrated with the Jets move to acquire Tebow. However, with the information that Tebow conveyed at his press conference on Monday afternoon, it seems the two quarterbacks are getting along fine. The fact is that Sanchez struggled last season and he has a lot to prove this year. Especially, with Tebow on the sideline just waiting to get his chance to become a starting quarterback again.\nAs a senior, Butt and defensive end Chris Wormley were selected as team co captains. Butt was a consistent threat and release valve for first year starting quarterback Wilton Speight and racked up 46 receptions for 546 yards and four touchdowns before being injured against Florida State. He was named an All American for the second straight season and selected as the John Mackey Award winner as the nation's top tight end, who also exemplifies academics, sportsmanship and community values.\nTraveling upon the open road. Although the area has a reputation for rural farmlands and small towns, the Midwest actually features some large cities with populations in the hundreds of thousands to the millions. Many of these cities serve as ideal vacation destinations due to their prominent arts, sports and outdoor recreational scenes.\nConcussion joins the small collection of investigative films arriving at the end of 2015, with Spotlight and Truth and the German picture Labyrinth of Lies. This one might actually move the needle on its subject. The true story chronicled here looks at Dr. Bennet Omalu, the Nigerian born forensic pathologist who established a connection between football and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, or CTE. That research has already led to changes in NFL rules and increased scrutiny of former players. All those shots to the head, all those concussions acknowledged or, frequently, not have created a class of ex players struggling with depression, erratic behavior, and memory loss.\nKind of interesting that two of the guys that were real torchbearers have gone on and played at the next level, Tiller said in 2008. not a surprise to us, I might add. success at Purdue came after years of struggle. In the 15 years before the school hired him, the Boilermakers had a 54 107 5 record. Purdue played in five bowl games in school history before Tiller arrived; the Boilermakers played in 10 on his watch.\nBig play players are expensive because they are rare. It is that rare skill that also makes them unusually prone to both injury and rapid decline. Soccer has a long, arduous season during which a star striker, who is frequently targeted for desperate tackles, will inevitably suffer an injury that knocks him out of a game or two as Martins did last month in Clint Dempsey's first match as a Sounder. Football, meanwhile, has a short, violent season during which players are one hit away from season ending surgery elite wide receivers more so, since they are often tackled by men who outweigh them by 100 pounds.\n\"We got a lot of help from our teammates on how to run routes and where we needed to be. We got a lot of discipline [in our first year],\" Hernandez said. \"Rob took [it] a little better than I did. They don't discipline us that much now. We have a little experience. There used to be a lot of screaming in our ears, but we've matured.\"\nKey Man: Tyrod Taylor. Back for a third year in Buffalo, Taylor has established a reputation for being one of the leading rushing quarterbacks in the NFL, although his passing consistency needs improvement. To be fair, he has not been blessed with an array of receiving weapons, and the Bills' cheap basketball jerseys for sale leaky offensive line contributed to Taylor being sacked 42 times in 2016. When not being flattened by opposition defences, Taylor has been solid rather than spectacular since joining the Bills from the Baltimore Ravens, throwing for consecutive 3,000 yard seasons with 37 touchdowns and only 12 interceptions, while his running ability has yielded a further 10 scores on the ground.\nMIAMI GARDENS, Fla. For much of the day Sunday boos reigned nfl wholesale down on the Hard Rock Stadium turf, directed at the stagnant offense of the home team. But the erratic Jay Cutler and the Dolphins managed to do just enough offensively to beat the equally inept Titans 16 10.\nLevy new priorities also include an increased focus on the Detroit community. After encountering two shoeless men who were begging at a stoplight, Levy, a former sneaker sold his collection of 150 pairs and donated the proceeds to two of the city homeless charities. And while most NFL stars support worthy though usually conventional charities, Levy has thrown his weight behind smaller organizations that typically don get the pro athlete treatment. This past July he organized a \"Regenerate Detroit\" benefit dinner, which brought in enough money to give a Detroit student a full scholarship to culinary college. And in October, during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, he sold shirts bearing the message Our Issue. cheap football jerseys to benefit Enough Said, a Detroit area organization that raises money to help process some of the city 11,000 backlogged rape kits.\nAccording to the official times, Georgia's Keith Marshall ran the fastest 40 among the running backs at 4.31 seconds, which also is Friday's fastest time. The other groups running on the first day of on the field work at the NFL Scouting Combine were specialists and offensive linemen. Alabama's Kenyan Drake had the third fastest 40 with an official time of 4.45 seconds.\nWhy not? With a defense on the rise, a quarterback in Jameis Winston who looks like the real deal (which shocked the heck out of me) and one of the top two or three receivers in Mike Evans, this could be an 11 win team in 2017. Meanwhile, with Jay Cutler at quarterback, the Dolphins could be an 11 loss team.\nThis is the ultimate free market, fiscally conservative approach going forward,\" Walker said. But a number of studies refute that, suggesting many stadiums have no positive economic benefit. That probably stings even worse if a team isn that good like the NHL Arizona Coyotes In the NFL, a lot of stadiums have been built in recent years.\nIn the Jimmye Laycock Football Center, alongside the. 27, 2017\u2033 > >At Colonial All Pro Camp, Matt Ryan embraces Super Bowl questionsDave JohnsonWILLIAMSBURG Matt Ryan, the Atlanta Falcons quarterback and reigning MVP, knew the question would surface. When he met with the media, sure. But also during a Q session with kids at the Colonial All Pro Football Camp.\nCarson Palmer, QB, Arizona. This was a tough one. 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These mascots are often as beloved by fans as the team itself.\nIn a statement, William Burck said his client was interviewed voluntarily. \"He was happy to answer all of their. 13, 2017\u2033 > >Interior Secretary Zinke vows to end culture of harassment and intimidation in Park ServiceInterior Secretary Ryan Zinke on Friday sports jerseys authentic announced a plan to combat sexual harassment, bullying and intimidation of employees within America's national parks system and to hold managers accountable if inappropriate behavior is ignored.\n(CNN) Los jugadores de los Baltimore Ravens Terrell Suggs y Ray Lewis prestaron su poder de estrellas a las protestas contra el himno nacional de Estados Unidos mientras la mayora de los jugadores y entrenadores de la NFL se arrodillaron o cruzaron de brazos antes del partido entre Ravens y Jacksonville Jaguars que se realiza este domingo en Londres.\nI am deeply disappointed by the tone of the comments made by the president on Friday.. 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But Denise is great with those clients and goes to war for them, and she salty enough that they really respect her.\"\n\"I just wanted to show them that I was with them today, especially in the backdrop of our president making the comments about our players, about their mothers,\" Alexander said. \"And then you put that in conjunction with how he tried to grey area Nazism and KKK members as being fine people, I had to take a knee.\"\nWhile Montgomerys independent study led to him keeping his number, his improvement and increased comfort as a running back has been a group effort, as running backs coach Ben Sirmans, offensive coordinator Edgar Bennett and fullback Aaron Ripkowski have pitched in to make Montgomery feel less like the rookie he felt like last year.\nSuppose you're considering a job applicant who seems to check all the right boxes. He has the skills you're looking for. He has accolades from experts in the field. It's obvious that he can be of enormous help to your company. 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And I saw some judgment calls that maybe could have been made differently.. I feel like this is a great marriage of my professional life as an attorney and my personal life as the daughter of a professional athlete. And I just want to make a better life for my clients. These players who work so hard.\"\nEnhancements like that help justify the increased prices for this year an over 50% hike on grandstand seats from $42 to $65 as well as a $5 increase on general admission tickets to $35. With the majority of gate football team uniforms revenue provided by out of towners who are already digging deep on flights and hotels to get to south Florida, organisers could easily have hiked prices even more as was done by the BCCI when the cheapest seat for create custom basketball jerseys online last year's T20Is against West Indies was $100 and a grandstand seat $150.\nThe Kansas City Chiefs selected the former Penn State quarterback with the seventh pick in the 1983 NFL Draft. Blackledge was a three year starter for the Nittany Lions and was the, following the Lions 1982 National Championship season. He was one of six quarterbacks selected in the first round of the 1983 draft, but unlike John Elway and Dan Marino, Blackledge NFL career didn materialize.\nHe tweeted something and my phone went berserk. I hadn yet turned off my e mail notifications, and my phone died in just two minutes. I had 15,000 e mails. It took me an hour to deactivate the notifications and get rid of all that. Everybody started writing me. I mean everybody.\nTechnological ToolsVirtually every fan watching the game on TV has access to instant replay from myriad angles, thanks to the TV networks that display them after every close call. High definition screens and camera technology that allow operators to zoom in at close angles and capture even minor details increase the ability to determine the accuracy of officials decisions. Moreover, much of these features appear over the air, meaning that without instant replay, everyone but the officials knows what really happened on a disputed play.\nPlease feel free to share this article and leave any questions and comments below!Nice article! TO a Seahawk! I hope it's not the TO of old! He does have some reason to keep his head down and not make a big stink in the locker room, though! It's called child support! LOL Here's hoping TO can bring it for the SeaChickens, Oh wait bad habit! GO SeaHawks! Oh and nice TO pic! Great job, Shawn!\nMost drafts use thesnake style of picking. In this fhis format,the first person to pick in one round is the last to pick in the next round. This is illustrated in Figure 1. Drafts usually last 16 rounds which means 16 fantasy players per team. The number of each type of player varies, but the most common format is:\nOne week earlier, Saskatchewan offence had a 50.1 per cent success rate. Winnipeg was far behind at 39.3, but that percentage did not account for the Bombers repeated big plays. Per this formula, for example, an 87 yard touchdown reception by Weston Dressler carried the same weight as his six yard reception on first down.\nOn October 7, the day after the Seahawks face off against the Washington NFL team, wouldn't it be something to read a headline from our city's paper of record that smacks not of a certain sanitary high mindedness, but of discomfiting forceful protest. are wrong, that the name they choose to identify their team is obscene, and (hopefully) that they lost.\nSmith completed 29 of 37 passes for 324 yards and three touchdowns for Kansas City (5 0) in the game that wasn't as close as the score indicated. Smith threw two scoring passes to running back both in the second quarter. Smith has thrown 11 touchdown passes and no interceptions in what is rapidly becoming the best season of his 13 year career.\nWhen you pair that mind style with a hectic past a single or no mom household, gangsters in the stairwell, and the routine crack of gunfire after dark what you produce, all too often, is a nihilist on the loose, a man with a buccaneer taste for spoils and the fear that the world will claw them back the second he shows weakness or turns his head. Absent a reboot of their nervous systems or a fundamental shift in the way we prep them, football players will go on testing limits and go on seeking the help of Denise White.\nDo the football because you enjoy it and it a pastime. I did that because I was asked to do it, Mullendore said. did it for my country. It wasn for me or my family, it was for my country. I still have a lot of respect for everything we do and that was a large part of it. Even though it was four years, it was a very meaningful four years and it still means a lot to me today. flag and his country are what still means a lot to him today. That was evident in his post to Facebook on Tuesday after nearly 200 NFL players knelt in protest before their games during the playing of the national anthem.\nWhile the Rogers Center looks terrible on television during those \"Bills in Canada\" games (or whatever they're called), it would be a simple fix to make it better for one day of the year. So, you bring the bleachers in a little, you throw some green food dye in the grass, and you spruce the place up a little.\nStill, Seattle's defense did more than its part for the remainder of the game. Its offense only added to the defense's degree of difficulty. Week 1 is the wrong time for sweeping declarations, and the Seahawks' offense will have an opportunity to improve next week at home against the San Francisco 49ers, which lost 23 3 to the Panthers, at home, in their season opener.\nI know Ive still got to come out here and work every single day. You never know whats going to happen, Montgomery said. Theyre really good running backs. Theyve got more experience at the running back position than I do. If I dont have my stuff together every single day, one of these dudes will take my job.\nEAST RUTHERFORD, NJ SEPTEMBER 24: Will Tye 82, Matt Forte 22 and Neal Sterling 85 of the New York Jets stand in unison during the National Anthem prior to an NFL game against the Miami Dolphins at MetLife Stadium on September 24, 2017 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello\/Getty Images)\nThere is limited merit to this contention. A detailed 2014 analysis of post 2000 data by FiveThirtyEight found power football that the rate at which NFL players commit domestic violence is significantly lower than the rate in the general population; the rate at which they are arrested for crimes generally is a small fraction of the rate in the general population.\n1. Atlanta averages 26 points a game. If you've followed the Dolphins offensive woes this year, 26 points is probably a bar too high if Atlanta hits it. The Dolphins defense will have something to say about that as it's yielding a fourth best 16.8 points a game. Let's not go crazy on the Falcons offense. They're not yet the offense that went to the Super Bowl and had a 28 3 lead on New England once there. Offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan is San Francisco's head coach, and there are adjustment pains to new coordinator Steve Sarkisian. Matt Ryan's stats are testament to that. He has thrown for five TD's and five interceptions thus far. His 87.5 rating ranks 18th in the league. The Falcons also have 80 first downs through four games only four more than the Dolphins. So they aren't exactly moving the ball up and down the field. What they have is a big play passing attack as Ryan's 8.22 yards an attempt shows. Having the best receiver in the league, Julio Jones, helps that. Jones has a hip flexor injury that he says is OK. Which leads to\nYet through everything, Warner was determined to keep playing. It is an attitude that is fundamental to football culture, he said.\"There's always a big push from an organization and coaches because obviously that's their livelihood and they want their best players out there playing,\" said Warner, who retired earlier this year from the Arizona Cardinals.\"I don't think anybody came up to me and said, 'Well you have to play whether you're 100 percent or not, we need you.' 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The move that you need to make is to find someone who can come up with decent numbers and you just need to hope that one of your other players can have a big week to fill the hole in your lineup.\nDeVante Parker, Miami Dolphins: Health is the big issue for Parker to conquer in his third season. If he can stay on the field and find a rhythm, he has the full set of skills to take over games in a variety of ways. The move from Ryan Tannehill, who is out for the year with a knee injury, to Jay Cutler figures to help Parker by unleashing a more aggressive brand of football down the field. Cutler will more freely allow Parker to go up and make plays in the air. He a WR2 candidate being picked like a WR4.\nWhether Fox acknowledged it or not, he precipitated Glennon's precision by allowing Trubisky to take snaps with the first team offense. The body language Glennon displayed Wednesday at Halas Hall screamed uncertainty. The door for Trubisky clearly had been opened a crack, until Glennon shut it Sunday. This was a coach sending a message and a player controlling only what he can control, as Glennon vowed to do.\nUpon further viewing, both calls were bogus. Avril shoved Rodgers in the shoulder, not a clip and not even much contact. The flag shouldn't have been thrown. The call on Lane was more egregious. Lane and Adams tangled and fell to the ground, Adams shoving Lane as much Lane shoved Adams. One of Lane's forearms did catch Lane around the face mask. But overall, the altercation was nothing worse than what happens a dozen times a game. 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How much can he help at receiver. Is he the punt returner, the kick returner? And what does the rest of the 53 look like. undrafted out of Oregon State, said: thing was to come out here, put the best thing on tape, give it my all and leave it all out there. If it gets me on the team, so be it.\nCara Morey has watched her husband turn into someone she doesn't recognize. \"He gets a look in his eyes that you're pretty sure you've never met this person before.. It's very scary. It's a type of rage that I had never seen, and I don't think anyone should ever see, and I don't think my girls should ever have seen it.\"\nThe New Orleans Saints played good defense, and they still lost 16 13 to the New York Giants in Week 2. The Saints (0 2) will try to earn their first win when they face the Atlanta Falcons on Monday Night Football, Sept. ET. You can watch the live stream on the NFL's mobile app, ESPN's Watch app or DirecTV's NFL app.\nYet people rallying to defend players or decry the protests aren talking about police brutality, or the fact that former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick is no longer employed by an NFL team. Especially after President Donald Trump weighed in repeatedly to say that players should stand for the anthem or be fired for their defiance. government for its displays of patriotism and the overall state of race relations in America. Support and criticism came from fields well beyond the gridiron, including NASCAR, the NBA, MLB, activists, journalists, entertainers and politicians.\n\"I had to study a mixture of what they call 'player packages', so you know who is on the field, formations, concepts, play calls, defensive coverages. You need to get the calling structure and it's not easy. 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{"text":"Christ In the Desert\n\"This is the best monastic building in the country,\" Thomas Merton wrote on May 17, 1968 while visiting the Monastery of Christ in the Desert in northern New Mexico. I drove over there last week, near Abiquiu, a hauntingly beautiful corner of the world and tasted for myself the \"peace which the world cannot give.\"\nMy life these days jumbles along. I travel nearly every week to lead a retreat, offer a lecture or join a demonstration against war and injustice. When home on the desert mesa, I write and pray, and do day-to-day tasks\u2013such as shooing away the six foot long rattlesnake that's been hanging out at my front door, or driving to town for my weekly check-in with the U.S. probation officer. All the routine tasks of the amateur peacemaker.\nBut periodically I find it a lifeline to visit a monastery and reclaim my spiritual center of peace. And there is no monastery quite like the nearby \"Christ in the Desert.\"\nIt's nearly impossible to find. You drive north past Georgia O'Keefe's house, Bode's General Store, and the Ghost Ranch center. Then after the majestic Pedernal Mesa, you'll veer off the highway and travel several miles along a deserted dirt road. You'll pass endless fields of sagebrush, hemmed in along their perimeters by towering cliffs streaked with red, brown, yellow and white. At the Rio Chama, you'll turn right. Then you'll proceed at a crawl along the dirt road through Chama Canyon. Be patient for ten miles. Only then does the road end\u2013right at the monastery nestled at the foot of a wailing wall of chiseled red cliffs.\nTo call it a road is to give it too much dignity. It's more of a half lane dirt path. And it clings to the edge of a cliff some four stories above the river. Getting there is half the fun. The view snatches the breath, but you must resist the temptation to gape in awe. Otherwise, your last act on earth will be to plunge into the river below.\nThe trek to the monastery is the ultimate metaphor for the spiritual journey.\nThe remoteness was quite deliberate. Founded in 1964 by three monks, it remained small and isolated until recent years, when the community welcomed dozens of monks from around the world.\nThis is one of the places where I go to pray, rest, walk, swim in the Rio Chama, ride horses, and reclaim my inner peace. The landscape never fails to astonish me. The red and yellow cliffs, the cottonwoods, the sagebrush, the stern mountains, the wandering hawks, the bright sun, the pressing silence and expansive solitude.\n\"A monastery is not a place where a few retire to deepen their own experience of the meaning of life; it is also a center where others can come to re-adjust their perspectives,\" Merton wrote in May 1968 during his first visit to Christ in the Desert.\n\"While not blindly rejecting and negating the modern world,\" he said, \"the monastery nevertheless retains a certain critical distance and perspective which are absolutely necessary as mass society becomes at once more totally organized and more mindlessly violent. In its firm assertion of the basic human values as well as of God's message of salvation, the monastery bears witness to the most fundamental and most permanent truths of life. It remains a sanctuary where both monks and retreatants and others may experience something of that 'peace which the world cannot give.'\"\n\"The Monastery of Christ in the Desert,\" Merton added, \"seeks only to keep alive the simplicity of Benedictine monasticism: a communal life of prayer, study, work and praise in the silence of the desert where the Word of God has always been best heard and most faithfully understood.\"\nMerton would make a second visit a few months later. He was considering retiring there. That September, on his fateful journey to Asia, he stopped by again for a few days. This time, he met Georgia O'Keefe, swam in the Rio Chama, and attended the annual fall dance festival on the Jicarilla Reservation.\nThe monastery rises at the point where the canyon narrows and the road vanishes into rock and brush,\" Thomas Merton wrote in his journal, \"Woods, Shore, Desert.\" \"The monastic church, designed by the Japanese architect George Nakashima, fits perfectly into its setting Stark, lonely, stately in its simplicity, it gazes out over the sparse irrigated fields into the widening valley. The tower is a like a watchman looking for something or someone of whom it does not speak. The architectural masterpiece is a perfect expression, in adobe brick and plaster, of the monastic spirit.\nThe brown adobe chapel is small, shaped in the form of a cross, but rises perhaps three stories to stand out over the canyon. The top two stories are all glass. And as you enter, you see in the center a simple stone altar and on the walls a few beautiful icons, and above, through the glass, a looming bank of red cliffs bearing down. An overwhelming sight\nOn a side wall, and just as moving, is a large Mexican crucifix. It bears all the pathos, dignity and hope of the world's crucified peoples.\n\"The monk is one whose gaze is fixed on God,\" Saint Theodore wrote centuries ago, \"who desires God above all else, who applies himself to God, who seeks to serve God alone, in peace with God, and so becoming peace for others.\"\nAnd in that spirit, I sit awhile in the silent chapel and take it all in. The silence. The solitude. The beauty. The peace. I begin to breathe again. It's as if I've been holding my breath for months, trying to breathe under water, thrashing to stay afloat in our culture of war. I feel healed, disarmed, refreshed. I remember how to live in peace all over again.\nThis is precisely why I return to this quiet canyon regularly\u2013so that I may rediscover my own peaceful solitude.\n\"If we want to change the world and create peace, we can begin by creating peace within ourselves,\" the Dalai Lama teaches. \"If we practice peace, we can teach the rest of the world.\"\nAfter my chapel time, I visit with a monk and buy a CD of Gregorian chants. Then outside, I head toward the rushing Rio Chama and sit along its banks. There, sheltered by the cottonwoods, I listen to the rapids.\nThe air, a stifling 95 degrees, makes me wilt like an old carnation. What the heck, I think, and jump in, just as Merton did long ago. I take a plunge and meet with polar temperatures. The jolt wakes me, shocks the system, invigorates my senses.\nMerton himself was invigorated when he was here. His time here stirred his imagination for the journey ahead. \"In our monasticism,\" he writes in Woods, Shore, Desert, \"we have been content to find our way to a kind of peace, a simple undisturbed thoughtful life, and this is certainly good, but is it good enough?\"\nI, for one, realize that now I need more. Not simply to be quiet, somewhat productive, to pray, to read, to cultivate leisure\u2026 There is a need of effort, deepening, change and transformation. Just to go for walks, live in peace, let change come quietly and invisibly on the inside\u2026A return to genuine practice, right effort, need to push on to the great doubt. Need for the Spirit. Hang on to the clear light!\nAs the sun descends, I start the treacherous and lurching ride back home. On the highway at last, I pass rusting, forlorn trailers where there live many of the poorest people in the nation. And I push past Los Alamos, where some of the wealthiest design sinister methods of global destruction.\nBut by now the prayerful peace of Christ in the Desert has shored my wobbling knees and fortified my deflated spirit. I feel ready to stand again and proclaim the good news\u2013the news of the advent a world without war, poverty, nuclear weapons or global warming, news that alas is rarely greeted with thanksgiving, but really is good.\nThe encounter with Christ in the desert, in any remote monastery, is worth the journey and the time, for it has the power to sanctify our workaday lives and give us new hope. I highly recommend it.\nFor more information on Christ in the Desert, see www.christdesert.org. John's autobiography, \"A Persistent Peace,\" (with a foreword by Martin Sheen), available August 1st, can be ordered now at www.amazon.com. See also: www.persistentpeace.com. From July 7-11, John will be teaching a weeklong class on \"Gandhi, King, Merton and Dorothy Day,\" at Loyola Univ. in Chicago. See www.retreatsintl.org. For info, see: www.johndear.org","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Entertainment Movie\nMusic Electronic\nYou Can Finally Search for Music by Humming, Singing, or Whistling\nInfotainment Media Music Music Electronic Music Industry Previews Reviews TV Show\nAdiantku October 17, 2020\nThe Holy Grail of music identification has arrived.\nHow many times were you unable to secure that elusive Shazam, only to have a sick beat incessantly poke at you like an annoying little brother? The earworm is in your head, but it doesn't have lyrics, so you can't search for it anywhere and it's not like you can just clumsily hum it into your phone\u2014until now.\nThanks to Google's new \"Hum To Search\" feature, you can now search for music by humming, singing, or whistling a melody. Gone are the days of agonizing, tedious lyric searches and Reddit rabbit holes. All you have to do is use the Google Search app or Google Search Widget, tap the microphone icon, and ask \"what is this song?\" or click the \"Search a song\" button. From there, you'll have up to 15 seconds to simply vocalize the melody in your head before Google spits out a list of potential matches.\nThe \"Hum To Search\" feature, which uses machine learning to conjure its magic, is currently available on both iOS and Android. How does it work, you ask? \"An easy way to explain it is that a song's melody is like its fingerprint: They each have their own unique identity,\" reads a blog post published by Google to announce the update. \"We've built machine learning models that can match your hum, whistle or singing to the right \"fingerprint.\"\n\"When you hum a melody into Search, our machine learning models transform the audio into a number-based sequence representing the song's melody,\" the post continues. \"Our models are trained to identify songs based on a variety of sources, including humans singing, whistling or humming, as well as studio recordings. The algorithms also take away all the other details, like accompanying instruments and the voice's timbre and tone. What we're left with is the song's number-based sequence, or the fingerprint.\"\nYou can find out more about the feature via Google's blog post and check out a new advert for the update below.\nMichael B. Jordan Set to Produce Static Shock Movie at DC & WB\nThe Lincoln Project Shares Powerful Music Video to Demi Lovato's 'Commander in Chief'\nLindsey Stirling and Mako Weave a Bittersweet Tale of Healing on \"Lose You Now\"\nSpider-Man 3 Set Photos Feature First Look at Tom Holland & Zendaya\nAkon Signs Deal To Build A $6 Billion Crypto-City In Africa!! (Pics)\nHow to Watch the International Peace Honors With Ricky Martin, Sting & More\n\"How I Made 'Blue World' With Mac Miller\": Disclosure's Guy Lawrence Shares the Process and Experience\nDaredevil's Charlie Cox Reportedly Seen on Set of Spider-Man 3!\nKelly Rowland Shows Off GIANT PREGNANT BELLY: Looks Ready To POP!\nEDM.com Presents Synth Sisters, Vol. 7\nR&B Singer's Widow RESPONDS To Wendy Williams Rape Claim!","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Iceberg Arena: The Cat Countdown Part II\nThis is the second part of a three part series counting down the best animated cat movies I've seen. The final part will feature canine and rodent cinema.\n5. Night on the Galactic Railroad (1985)\n\"Night on the Galactic Railroad\" adapts freely from the novel by the pre-war Buddhist writer Kenji Miyazawa about the poor son of sick mother, Giovanni, and his mysterious train voyage across the stars with his best friend Campanella. The galactic railroad takes them through themed constellation stations full of surreal landmarks and eccentric passengers, including a man who harvests herons for candy and the ghostly souls of the sunken Titanic. Giovanni begins to suspect that the train is taking Campanella to afterlife (the Southern Cross), a fear that is confirmed when he wakes up on Earth alone and learns that Campanella drowned during the night's moon festival while saving the school bully.\nDirector Sugii's lugubrious religious allegory unsettled fans of the original work who weren't expecting the characters to be cats (an artistic choice never explained) and confused those unfamiliar with the novella (amongst them, me) even more. It doesn't help that the chapter titles are given in Esperanto and the thick symbolism is at once heavy-handed (prepare yourself for a bevy of crosses) and inscrutable (what the hell is with the bird candy guy?). Yet what emerges from the gentle dreamlike flow of the adventure is a mature and emotionally resonant tale about a brave child's imagination, curiosity, friendship and loss. The low-on-action pacing and atmospheric spiritualism hasn't been welcomed by fans of conventional American or Japanese anime, but I find it, along with \"Angel Egg,\" to be a worthwhile experiment.\n4. The Cat Returns (2002)\nGhibli's semi-sequel to \"Whisper of the Hearts\" (of which \"The Cat Returns\" is something of a story-within-a-story) is a light-hearted fantasy about a schoolgirl named Haru who can understand cats. One day she instinctively saves the life of a cat in danger and learns that he's the prince of Cat Kingdom. Amongst the many rewards she'd prefer to reject are dead mice and a marriage proposal that leaves both parties unhappy. A mysterious voice advises Haru to seek out the Baron, a cat statue come to life, and Muta, an obese feline rogue, to save her from transforming into a cat and losing her stake in the human world.\nLike with other Ghibli films, especially the kid-friendly \"My Neighbor Totoro\" and \"Kiki's Delivery Service,\" this film is warm-hearted, sincere and appropriate for pretty much all ages. The plot can be a little too cute for its own good, but the characters are well-realized enough to add a necessary grounding in realism. It also helps that the visuals are so strong, with Ghibli's trademark eye for detail, color and light bringing to life Japanese suburbs, Victorian alleys and magical kingdoms.\n3. Cats Don't Dance (1997)\nDanny, a song-and-dance tomcat hoping to make it big in Golden Era Hollywood, steps on the shoes of Darla Dimple, \"Hollywood's Sweetheart,\" when he improvise on his single line (\"Meow\") while an extra in her star vehicle. He's immediately blacklisted, framed in a studio disaster and rejected even by the other would-be sensations whose dreams have also been crushed by humanity's lack of interest in animal stars. Though initially depressed, Danny contrives to stage a massive musical comeback that wallows gleefully in garish \"final number\" excess.\nWarner Brother's underappreciated gem was strangled in the cradle by executives who doubted its potential (much like in the plot), cutting off marketing funds and limiting the release. They managed to lock in a box office failure for themselves, which is sad given the film's success as a self-aware throwback to classical feel-good backstage musicals and its polished \"Who Framed Roger Rabbit\" type wit. It walks the line drawn by Pixar, whereby the film appeals to kids with its bright colors, catchy tunes and non-stop action while amusing adults with razor-sharp studio-era references (Darla Dimple, a sadistically villainous Shirley Temple, is especially memorable). At least director Mark Dindal was able to go on and make Disney's equally delightful anomaly \"The Emperor's New Groove.\"\n2. The Cat Who Walked By Herself (1988)\nThis obscure Russian film caught me by surprise. It's an adaptation of a Rudyard Kipling pourquoi story (short origin tales that take the format \"how the leopard got his spots\" or the like). It's narrated in silky whisper by a house cat to a toddler who's pulled her tail. Apparently the child forgot that thousands of years ago, humans and cats came to an agreement not to do so. Mixing stop motion, cutouts and paintings, a primal fable about cavepeople's evolution and dependence on animals unfolds, with the cat providing wry commentary.\nIntricate constructions and an eclectic art design make this one of the most visually arresting cat films ever made, though few have even heard of it. It also manages to capture the personality of cats and the sense that they see themselves not as pets, but as masters of their domain (unlike dogs or horse, food and scratches behind the ears only buy temporary loyalty). Like in many of Kipling's other writings, the atmosphere of unfathomable magic and exotic creatures foregrounds nature as an exciting power to be reckoned with and humanity as gruff interlopers in over their heads. The occasionally drab character designs and use of ritual repetition are notable flaws, but the craft, originality and wisdom behind the production won my admiration.\n1. Felidae (1994)\nSoon after arriving in a new apartment building with his owner, Francis begins to investigate a series of brutal sex murders in the neighborhood. His amateur sleuthing turns up a viscous gang, a deadly cult, a blind beauty, a brilliant technophile, a secret catacomb, feral femme fatales and evidence of an unethical research program carried out years ago that may hold the key behind it all. The closer he gets to the truth, the more bodies pile up around him, but the crafty killer is clearly playing a larger high-stakes game destined to force Francis into choosing between his mind and his morals. Felidae, by the way, is the scientific name for the family of cats.\nThe sinuous noir plot is the best on the list by far, with metaphoric implications that stretch from Nazi war crimes to modern scientific debates. Its dark tone, unsparing imagery and mature subject matter was a major risk for an animated film (Germany's most expensive), but Akif Pirin\u00e7ci source novel ensured an artistic pedigree high enough to pay off in its niche market. The animation is also stellar, aiming for realism (nailing cat mannerisms and their social hierarchy) to create real tension and intrigue. I'm not too sure about the title track by Boy George, but overall this is THE cat film to see.\nNext week, top ten countdowns for animated dog and mice movies.\nLabels: 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, Anime\/Animation, Germany, Iceberg Arena, Japan, Lists and Rankings, Russia, Screenshots and Images, USA\nI love Angel's Egg, but I can't really stand Night on the Galactic Railroad. I guess maybe I'm not a Kenji Miyazawa fan. I couldn't stand the anime biopic of him starring cats, either.\nDan Cowan said...\nI'm trying to recall the name of an animated art film I saw at Mass MoCa museum sometime around 2002-2005 (?) which featured a female cat as the main character in a dreamlike, mostly black and white story which alternated traditional animation and some less-appealing computer-generated cityscapes in some scenes. Probably Japanese, although I could be totally wrong there. It did have a very cute anime style which featured a sudden change to vibrant, psychedelic colors towards the end and vaguely metaphysical subtext. Any idea? I'm trying to find if it was ever released, but I'm starting to doubt it. I consider it a cat film worth seeing, at any rate.\nSorry, I just read through your posting of Part One and found the title, Tamala 2010, listed as #6. Thanks for posting on this - now I have to try to find a copy!\nSince there is no US distribution of the film, you can legally download it or watch it on youtube here:\nhttp:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=slzKCovm6sw\nYou can also buy an unofficial copy here:\nhttp:\/\/www.allcluesnosolutions.com\/index.php?productID=573\nor an official copy sans subtitles here:\nhttp:\/\/www.yesasia.com\/global\/1004859129-0-0-0-en\/info.html\nor you can try to decipher the website which I hear sells a subtitled version:\nhttp:\/\/www.tamala2010.com\/\nEnjoy or re-enjoy as the case may be!\nNate said...\nHave you ever seen Catnapped? It's not going to unseat Felidae or anything, but it's notably insane for a kids' fairy tale: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Lys-Cd_OjOk\nThe Superpower-Driven Narrative\nReview of The Criminal Life of Archibaldo de la Cruz\nReview of The Tale of Tsar Saltan (1966)\nTen Great Characters\nIceberg Arena: Beyond the Cat Countdown Part III\nIceberg Arena: The Ten Lives of Cartoon Cats Part I\nReview of Lilith","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"What a fucking year.\nHere's the prediction thread from last year. Go look yourself up and see if you correctly predicted that Trump would be the president-wreck. (E-wreckt? Gross.) Spoiler: you didn't.\nLike a Business\nIt's the end of the year. For some reason, I keep recalling Kotsko's \"Like a Business\" column, on the incessant promise to fix public goods by running them like a business:\nYet it occurs to me: is anything inherently a business? We normally think of a bakery as a business, for example, but isn't it actually a place where people bake things? One can imagine a bakery operating under many different economic systems. The examples multiply. A clothing retailer is a place where people come to get their clothes. A convenience store exists to provide people with easy access to frequently used items. A car factory exists to make cars. Even a bank exists primarily to intermediate between people's different financial priorities (e.g., saving vs. spending), rather than to make money as such. All of those things are typically \"run like a business\" in Western countries, but that doesn't mean that they directly \"are\" businesses.\nOnly one type of pursuit is inherently a business: hedge funds. Hedge funds avowedly exist for no other purpose than to turn money into more money. They are indifferent to the means by which that is accomplished -- they will buy and sell anything, from an oil drum to a government bond to a complex bet to pay out if a certain asset reaches a certain price. For all the advanced math and physics deployed, the basic logic is simple. Buy low, sell high -- minimize your costs while maximizing your revenue. That's what it means to run something \"like a business.\"\nSo I figured I'd dust it off.\nIt's much more a refutation of Mitt Romney than Trump - Trump is too much of a trainwreck\/wild card\/blunt impulsive talker for this to be his crux. It's just something that's been knocking on my mental door lately.\nI Come From The Future\nIn Iran, you have a rich, corrupt minority that does what it wants, an intelligentsia that says \"shit is fucked up and bullshit,\" and a whole bunch of poor people. Every now and again, when the intelligentsia says, \"that's it, we've had it,\" the government rolls out the Basij, drawn from the ranks of the poor, conflates the intelligentsia with the corrupt, rich minority (who are actually connected to the government) and lets the Basij bash their heads in for a while.\nI'd offer consulting services to the Trump transition team, but I think they have this angle mostly covered.\nDredlocks\nIs this legally unavoidable and reasonable to lawyers, like calling corporations \"people\", or is this a racist (or at least cowardly) judge who is hiding behind unnecessarily strict classifications to avoid seeing the forest for the trees?\nThe 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently ruled against a lawsuit filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission against Catastrophe Management Solutions, effectively ruling that refusing to hire someone because of their dreadlocks is legal.\nIn their suit, the EEOC claimed that this was a violation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964's Title VII, arguing that dreadlocks are a \"racial characteristic\" that have been historically used to stereotype African-Americans as \"not team players\" and as unfit for the workplace. Therefore, claiming that dreadlocks do not fit a grooming policy is based on these stereotypes and inherently discriminatory, as dreadlocks are a hairstyle \"physiologically and culturally associated\" with African-Americans.\nThe court of appeals disagreed, ruling that CMS's \"race-neutral grooming policy\" was not discriminatory as hairstyles, while \"culturally associated with race,\" are not \"immutable physical characteristics.\" In essence, traits in a person's appearance that are tied to their culture but are otherwise changeable are not protected and can be used to deny job offers.\nI mean, yes, you can cut off your dreads, but that's how racist workarounds of strict interpretations work. This is all very tied to how attuned you are to fashion norms of this century - there are many, many examples of a person with dredlocks dressing extremely formally. I'd be curious to know if men with long hair is allowed.\n(Don't make an analogy to tattoos or you'll tie yourself in knots - they're not analogous. The current 2016 socially-understood cut-off for tattoos is to keep them to locations where they can be easily hidden by long sleeves and long pants and shoes. Maybe in ten years the line will have drifted.)\nMy money is on the racist\/cowardly judge.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"tigorprod\nAbout tigorprod\njoant\nHi how are you doing. School has started. I'm just dealing with my MS. Good news and good doctor finally. Send me a letter. Please\nQuestions for Alexandre Philippe for August 1st Shindig\ntigorprod replied to Dr. Rich Edwards's topic in The Master of Suspense: 50 Years of Hitchcock\nThe women characters in Hitchcock films (and television shows) were mostly portrayed as weaker physically and emotionally than the men characters although a female might be more cunning than the male counterpart. Even in an argument between a Hitchcock male and female (Grace Kelly and James Steward in Rear Window), the man almost always has the last word. This was the societal view of women through the 1960s and early 1970s. Would Hitchcock have ever considered a strong female character such as Ripley in the Alien franchise? Are there any Hitchcock female characters that might be considere\nHitchcock once defined the MacGuffin as \"the thing that the spies are after but the audience don't care about.\" Is there a MacGuffin in every Hitchcock film? For example, does Marnie have a MacGuffin?\nDaily Dose #20: Look! (Opening Scene of Frenzy)\n1. How does the opening of Frenzy differ from the opening of The Lodger? Feel free to re-watch the clip from The Lodger (Daily Dose #2) for comparison. Aside from the obvious technical differences, Frenzy opens with a friendly, almost soothing travelogue aerial shot of London that glides through London Bridge under the beginning titles. Ron Goodwin's score is all strings and happy horns as though referencing the traditions of the British Empire musically. The titles are clean and elegant against the London backdrop. Only the movie title, Frenzy, is designed using white and blood red ver\nDaily Dose #19: Real Identities (Opening Scene of Marnie)\n1. Based on the opening sequence alone, what do you feel you already know about Marnie as a character? In what ways does Hitchcock visually reveal her character through her interaction with objects. Hitchcock has selected the purse as an object that represents and contains the complete counterfeit identity of Marnie. Hitchcock's camera focuses in close up on this purse that is a canary yellow color that stands in contrast to the near colorless hallway where we see Marie walking from behind. Even her brown suit and her dark hair contribute to the production design. We see by the various b\nDaily Dose #18: Love Birds (Opening Scene of The Birds)\n1. In what ways does this opening scene seem more appropriate to a romantic comedy than a \"horror of the apocalypse\" film? What do we learn about Melanie (Tippi Hedren) and Mitch (Rod Taylor) in this scene? The basic opening after Melanie strides into the pet shop could certainly play as a scene from a Ross Hunter-produced movie such as Pillow Talk or Lover Come Back with Doris Day and Rock Hudson as the principal actors. Hitchcock sets the first meeting of Melanie and Mitch as a verbal, thinly veiled sexually-infused joust. We think that Melanie is fooling Mitch into believing that she\nDaily Dose #17: What Do I Do With My Free Afternoon? (Title Sequence and Opening Scene of Psycho)\n1. Psycho opens with title design by Saul Bass and music by Bernard Herrmann. This is their third collaboration for Hitchcock, including Vertigo and North by Northwest. How does the graphic design and the score introduce the main themes of this film? (I wonder how this extraordinary collaboration came off? Hitchcock, Herrmann and Bass had to communicate in some form. Which came first, the development of the titles or the music? Of course, the final draft titles and music had to be fully synched and approved by Hitchcock.) Psycho is a complex psychological thriller that again plays w\nDaily Dose #16: It's a Nice Face (Scene from North by Northwest)\n1. Even at the level of the dialogue, this film is playing with the idea that two Hollywood stars are flirting with each other (e.g. the line, \"I look vaguely familiar.\") How does our pre-existing knowledge of these stars function to create meaning in this scene? Hitchcock is not only the master of suspense but a master of casting. One of the most interesting things to learn about Hitchcock is the importance of finding the right stars for the success of his films. In this case, Cary Grant had been a big international star for two decades. Eve Marie Saint, who had won a supporting acade\nDaily Dose #15: Lissajous Figures (Title Design Sequence from Vertigo)\n1. Describe what you think this film will be about simply from the sounds and images in these opening credits. Even if you have seen the film, try to focus on these sounds and images themselves and \"the story\" (or if not \"the story,\" the mood and atmosphere they are establishing) that this sequence is communicating to the audience. If I had never seen a Hitchcock film before or if I knew nothing about his reputation, I would know that a great mystery, perhaps in the supernatural realm, was about to be presented to me even before the Vistavision credit is displayed with Bernard Herrmann's\nDaily Dose #14: Here Lie the Broken Bones of L.B. Jefferies (Opening Scene of Rear Window)\n1. How would you describe the opening camera shot of this film? What is Hitchcock seeking to establish in this single shot that opens the film? Whose vantage point is being expressed in this shot, given that Jeff has his back to the window? Hitchcock allows the audience to discover the apartment courtyard setting along with some of the inhabitants. The initial panning shots that showcase the physical dimensions of the courtyard before returning to the sweating brow of James Stewart lasts 30 seconds or so. The next close-up confirms the sweltering heat by showing a thermometer hitting 95\nYou have reached your quota of positive votes for the day\nDaily Dose #13: Criss Cross (Opening Scene of Strangers on a Train)\n1. In how many ways does Hitchcock play with or visually manifest the metaphor of \"crisscross\" or \"crisscrossing\" in this introductory sequence. [For those who haven't seen the film yet, the idea of \"crisscross\" is central idea in this film, a theme Hitch sets up from the opening frames of this film.] Be specific. Hitchcock sets up the \"crisscross\" motif using \"doubles\". For example, the camera pans left on an approaching cab coming into the train station entry. In a low shot, the camera shows a male passenger wearing spats exiting the cab and walking screen left. In another low angle\n1. What Hitchcock \"touches\" do you see in this early scene from the movie? The Hitchcock Touch is immediately apparent in the selection of shots including extreme close-ups, dollies, expressionist angles, etc. The most prominent \"touch\" is Hitchcock's presentation of a beginning attraction between Grant and Bergman that will later involve a third party, Claude Rains. Hitchcock crosses the spectrum of love, betrayal, mistrust, jealousy and sex. 2. How does Hitchcock choose to light, frame, and photograph his two stars in this scene? What are some of the contrasts that Hitchcock tryin\nDaily Dose #11: Thought I'd Left (Opening Scene of Mr. and Mrs. Smith)\n1. What Hitchcock \"touches\" do you see in this opening sequence? Moreover, what do we learn about or know about the couple through the scene's visual design: the props, the set design or dressing, the decor, the camera angles, the lighting, etc.? Hitchcock begins with the establishment of characters, a married couple played by Robert Montgomery and Carole Lombard, by allowing the audience to discover their personalities with certain visual cues before any dialogue begins. The first dissolve opens to a pan-dolly shot of plates of half-eaten food. The shot lands on a disheveled, unshaven\nDaily Dose #10: Nothing on Me (Opening Scene of Shadow of a Doubt)\n1. As mentioned in the curator's note, this scene operates as a prelude to the main story. What do learn about the character of Uncle Charlie in this prelude? Be specific. Hitchcock uses this initial scene to delineate Uncle Charlie's sociopathic personality primarily though the visuals aided to a great degree by the dialogue with his landlady. 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{"text":"HoopDirt.com Daily News \u2013 2\/8\/18\nHoopDirt.com's Daily News from the college basketball coaching world\u2026\nJames Madison University has postponed its home basketball game against UNCW on Thursday, Feb. 8, and its away game against Elon on Saturday, Feb. 10. The games are being postponed due to suspected cases of mumps affecting the team and due to concerns for potential exposure to opposing players. Within the JMU coaching staff, there is one confirmed case of mumps and one probable case in an individual who has since recovered. Two other individuals have been identified as suspected cases of mumps with no confirmed diagnosis at this time. At this point, there is one possible case affecting a student-athlete.More on this situation from James Madison HERE.\nThe trial for former Auburn associate head coach Chuck Person has been set for February 4th, 2019. Person and co-defendant Rashan Michel are scheduled for a jury trial in the Southern District of New York before Judge Loretta A. Preska. This past November, Person pleaded not guilty to six charges including bribery, fraud, and corruption for his alleged involvement with the NCAA pay-for-play scandal. More from Al.com HERE.\nAccording to The Wisconsin State Journal, the worst season in 20 years for the University of Wisconsin men's basketball team has put some fans on edge. Some people are even wondering about the direction of the program under coach Greg Gard. However, the Journal reports that UW athletic director Barry Alvarez hasn't lost faith in Gard despite the Badgers' major struggles this season. \"I feel great about Greg,\" Alvarez said. Read more about the vote of confidence that Gard received from Alvarez HERE.\nFrom Belmont Vision: Belmont men's basketball coach Rick Byrd grabbed his 773rd career win following Saturday's victory over Morehead State, placing him 15th on the NCAA career wins list. On Jan. 27 after the men's victory over SIU Edwardsville, Byrd surpassed former Louisville coach Rick Pitino, who had earned 770 career wins. More on Byrd and his climb up the career wins ladder HERE.\nNJCAA DI Grayson College (TX) will be bringing back men's basketball, and they plan on playing during the 2018-19 season. The program was cut after the 2010-11 season after legislature reduced funding to the school. We'll have the job posting soon as they search for a head coach. More from Grayson College HERE.\nYesterday, HoopDirt.com released the first Coaching Tracker of 2018. For up-to-date coaching changes so far during the 2017-18 season, please click HERE.\nThe HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions winners were announced earlier this week. The full list of winners from the DI, DII, DIII, NAIA, and JUCO levels can be found HERE. Nominations for next week's award can be sent to: [email protected]\nTagged with: Auburn Belmont Big Ten CAA Chuck Person Grayson College Greg Gard James Madison JuCo Rick Byrd SEC Wisconsin\nGabriel named Head Men's Basketball Coach at Lackawanna College\nBREAKING: UNC Wilmington fires Head Basketball Coach C.B. McGrath\nJUCO DIRT: Southern Nevada set to add men's basketball; Veteran coach hired","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"NIGERIA, 17 OTHERS ELECTED INTO ECOSOC\nHome \/ Investor News \/ NIGERIA, 17 OTHERS ELECTED INTO ECOSOC\nNIGERIA, 17 OTHERS ELECTED INTO ECOSOC2020-06-192020-06-19https:\/\/courtevillegroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/logonew.gifCourteville Business Solutions Plchttps:\/\/courtevillegroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/ecosoc.jpg200px200px\nThis membership positions Nigeria to advance the interest of the African continent as a whole. The United Nations General Assembly has elected Nigeria and 17 other countries into the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the UN. The new ECOSOC members will serve for three years, effective from January 1, 2021.\nOf the 14 seats usually reserved for African Countries on the council, only 5 were vacant and those seats went to Nigeria, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar and Zimbabwe, following their endorsement and the presentations by their respective sub-regional organisations\nTo represent the Asia-and Pacific states were Indonesia, Japan, and the Solomon Islands, while Bulgaria was elected to represent the Eastern European Group.\nArgentina, Bolivia, Guatemala and Mexico were elected to represent the Latin American and Caribbean Group on the council; while Austria, France, Germany, Portugal, and the United Kingdom were elected to fill five vacant seats reserved for \"Western European and other\" states.\nECOSOC is considered the heart of the United Nations, established by the UN Charter in 1946. It is responsible for the coordination, policy review, policy dialogue, and recommendations on the economic, social, and environmental agenda of the UN.\nThis will be Nigeria's third time of serving on the ECOSOC since 2012, and is coming within two years after its last term in the council. This membership positions Nigeria to advance the interest of the African continent as a whole. Under the UN Charter, the ECOSOC is also responsible for promoting higher standards of living, employment and economic and social progress.\nhttps:\/\/nairametrics.com\/2020\/06\/18\/nigeria-17-others-elected-into-ecosoc\/\nCHINA EXEMPTS SOME AFRICAN COUNTRIES FROM DEBT REPAYMENTInvestor News\nOKONJO-IWEALA SHARES HER PLANS FOR WTO, IF APPOINTEDInvestor News","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Machine Man\nFrancisco Toro \/ February 7, 2012\n\"We have 530,000 votes for Pablo P\u00e9rez in Zulia. And when I tell you we have 530,000 votes for Pablo P\u00e9rez in Zulia, that's not some estimate, or a hope, or a plan or anything like that. When I say we have 530,000 votes for Pablo P\u00e9rez in Zulia it's because I know which 530,000 people we're talking about. We've already contacted them and they've made a specific commitment to vote for Pablo. So we know their names, we know their c\u00e9dula numbers, we know where they live, we know where they vote, we know how they're planning to get to the polls, and if they need a ride, we know who is going to give them that ride.\"\nWe're on the road from La Ca\u00f1ada to La Concepci\u00f3n, south of Maracaibo, going from one Pablo P\u00e9rez campaign event to the next, and Machine Man is feeling confident. He's sure the polls have Sunday's race badly, badly wrong. He wonders out loud whether the pollsters who have HCR far ahead of his guy are just incompetent or actively corrupt.\n\"We're going to win,\" he declares, with an air of someone who's worked through all the angles, covered all his bases, and speaks out of mathematical certainty.\nThen he pulls out his iPad and starts to show me why.\n\"We've already made more than 14,000 contacts in La Ca\u00f1ada, and there are just over 44,000 voters there. In Villa de Rosario we're a bit behind but we'll meet our target of 9,000 by election day, easy.\"\nAs he speaks, he's flipping through a thicket of data downloaded onto spreadsheets on his tablet.\n\"See, we have specific numerical targets for every municipality, every parish, every voting center and every voting table in the state. We have mobilizers down to the block level. Right now I can tell you there are 12 tables, tables, in Zulia where we might lose. That's out of over 1,000.\"\nIn Zulia, their goal is to mobilize 80% of the people who voted for the UNT card in September 2010. Back then, 752,000 voted for the opposition, and out of those 640,000 voted on the Un Nuevo Tiempo ticket. 80% of that number is 512,000, so that was their target for 12F. They've already exceeded that number of contacts. Nationwide, the UNT machine is looking to mobilize 800,000 voters +.\n\"And that's just the mobilized UNT vote,\" he hastens to add, \"that doesn't count the votes our allies are going to bring out in Tachira, in Margarita, Monagas, the llanos, Southern Valencia. And it doesn't count spontaneous votes, the ones who turn out without anyone having to ferry them to a polling station.\"\nMachine Man looks up from the screen and says, \"all in, we'll be well over a million votes. Easy.\"\nThen he leans back and repeats, now mantra-like.\n\"We're going to win.\"\nFebruary 7, 2012 in Pablo Perez.\nLive-blogging the Venevisi\u00f3n debate\nFive things to watch for in Sunday's primary\nWho's Strong Where?\n\u2190 Who's Strong Where?\nParapara for Dummies \u2192\n56 thoughts on \"Machine Man\"\nElTank says:\nand yet I hope he is wrong\u2026 PP is the worst thing that could happen to the opposition. Outside of Zulia, nobody is interested in having him as president.. a guys with no plan and no charisma. Chavez would probably squash him.\nKepler says:\nI agree with you in almost all but I think there could be some people outside Zulia who would vote for him: Zulianos -even if not all of them, as Juan Nagel shows- who live in the diaspora.\nZulianos even hold their separate religious services in my city, Valencia:\nhttp:\/\/www.el-carabobeno.com\/portada\/articulo\/23542\/zulianos-en-valencia-celebrarn-da-de-la-chinita\nI just hope Chavistas don't move to vote for him.\nextorres says:\n\"a guys with no plan and no charisma. Chavez would probably squash him.\"\nI don't follow the logic. Since when does a man with no plan nor charisma not have a chance to get elected in Venezuela? :P\nirpo says:\nI'm not sure what Pablo Perez needs to do and say and show to prove that he has a plan for Venezuela. His speech is full of content and ideas, real proposals. Not sure we are looking at the same man. Plus we should begin to think strategically and vote with our heads. Its not about winning on the 12th is about beating Chavez. In 1 day Chavez will destroy Capriles with his rhetoric against the Sifrino-Oligarchs and that goes deep in the heart of the population that belongs to the lower classes and they are the majority. If the middle class votes strategically they will vote for the candidate that can take votes away from Chavez Oct 7th, for the candidate that has a good story to tell, that comes from way down and moved up by his own determination and hard work, the one candidate that talks to the people because he belongs to the people, the candidate that Chavez cannot destroy with a day of rhetoric. I'm not maracucha, I live in NY, and I'm voting with my head.\nFrancisco Toro says:\nI think that's a perfectly reasonable post. Yet as the candidate for AD, COPEI, MAS, and essentially the entire cuartarepublica holdover squad, I think the attacks PP would have to face are just as harsh as the ones in store for HCR, just as resonant, and arguably more justified.\nWhat will it take to weather the storm? A clear, consistently delivered, highly disciplined, properly honed message delivered by someone with growing credibility.\nI diagree Quico. Are you saying AD, COPEI, MAS are not going to support HCR after February 12th? They are still part of the MUD as far as I know, and HCR is going to be their candidate too if he wins on Feb 12th (AND he is going to need their help).\nI think in the end, the cuarta republic shtick is not going to work against either PP or HCR because both are young and relatively fresh. It's not like Pinerua is coming back from the grave to run for president!\nI agree with your post. Plus we need to think of Podemos and PPT, what do they represent anyway? Not a great support. On another note I've never been adeca nor copeyana, but must say that the reasons that brought us the mess of Chavez and co. had to do with a general emotional and unrestrained hatred towards politics and in particular against the IV republic and what they represented. After 13 years of purgatory, people should mature a bit and realize that we shouldn't make the same mistakes of the past. Unrestrained emotions don't take us places\u2026 Our past is as necessary as our future. We cannot understand the present unless we learn from the past. A total rejection of everything past is immature. Pablo Perez however doesn't represent the past, nor the IV, he's fresh, young and popular. All needed qualities for the big fight against the mega-powers in October. If Capriles wants to win he'll need the ADs and the COPEIs as well.\nIs P\u00e9rez young? Doesn't look like.\nIs he fresh? In which sense? To me he sounds like an adeco.\nIs he popular outside Zulia? I doubt it.\nDo you want to know the past? Well: do you know that the term \"Un Nuevo Tiempo\"\nwas used in the early seventies as a synonym for the movement started by Acci\u00f3n Democr\u00e1tica?\nhttp:\/\/books.google.be\/books?ei=x2oxT4qOJsSQ-waEz8ziBQ&id=_CgYAAAAYAAJ&dq=historia+venezuela+un+nuevo+tiempo&q=un+nuevo+tiempo#search_anchor\nI mean: the guys were so uncreative that they used a synonym for AD to create a new party\u2026\nAnd P\u00e9rez' way of talking is not \"pueblo\". It is adeco. They are related but not mutually interchangeable terms.\nGTAveledo says:\nHCR should get that machinery for himself if he wants to win in October; I've frequently felt that he often went out of his way to alienate almost any possible \"big\" ally.\nEven though I'd vote for any of them come October -no hesitation, no proverbial handkerchiefs- I believe PP could have it easier in order to retain the unitary momentum. That being said, I'm sick of Rafael Poleo's blurbs against HCR, which play to the other side.\nAs for the \"IV Republic\" charge, well, I won't say that such a thing just mirrors chavismo's World-view (\"the world stopped in 1830 and began anew in 1998\"), but I might add that any opposition candidate will have that levelled against him: Wasn't HCR diputado for Copei? Not that there's anything wrong with that.\nPablo Perez is the closes thing to AD\/COPEI that is out there, from the way he handles himself to the way his campaign is run. He is popular in Zulia and only in Zulia, he was the right hand of Manuel Rosales who is despised in the rest of the country (for one reason or another) and his speeches are boring and lack charisma (even compared to HCR). He performed poorly in every single debate.\nHis campaigning is as old school as it gets. You are right in that the middle class will vote for the candidate that can take votes away from Chavez Oct 7th, but there is little reason for the lower class to vote for him. He was Rosales dauphin and can be easily associated with the cuarta. Its not like Maracaibo is very well run either..\nIn the other hand you have Capriles who looks (is?) younger and has a clearer speech. His party is younger and doesnt smell of 4ta republica. He is backed up by Lopez and his VP party. Both PJ and VP have managed to grow outside Caracas\/Miranda in a way that UNT could only dream of.\nCapoldo has a chance against Chavez. They inspire the younger voter (Venezuela is a relatively young country). Pablo Perez inspires 4ta republica and backroom smoked filled rooms.\nEltank, Kepler, I honestly think you are not looking at the key aspects that give Pablo Perez his popular appeal. He doesn't necessarily speak to you, and obviously not to a segmented portion of Miranda. That's irrelevant at the end. We obviously know that this demographic will vote against Ch\u00e1vez October 7, so why even bother too much. The key here is to gather all the votes that we can to beat Ch\u00e1vez. Capoldo is precisely the antithesis of that proposition. They speak to themselves, to all those that have voted over and over against Ch\u00e1vez and yet haven't managed to get him out. To the middle class, to the economic groups. The key again is to get the votes of the disaffected Chavistas, those that will never vote for an oligarch even if he rolls up his sleeves and walks the flooded streets of the barrios. They won't vote for an oligarch period. However, they might vote for someone that looks like them and that even speaks to their issues, its simple. Its okay that the campaign of Pablo Perez has not reached you, it was never intended to do so. I think he's clearly positioning himself as the one that can connect with the people, those that Capoldo can never connect with. Lets remember this election is not about who looks younger, and who speaks clearer to the middle class, is about who can beat Chavez. Lets keep an aesthetic distance when we think about the key issues here, and vote with our heads. First lets get rid of Chavez in October, so that we can have many opportunities to vote for a Capriles in the future and see him win, the way things are right now he doesn't strike a chance against Ch\u00e1vez, who's the real problem, not AD or COPEI.\nRodrigo Linares says:\nIrpo,\nWe are definitely not seeing the same guy. PP doesn't come from an impoverished family (not filthy rich either), nor he speaks to the people (or to anyone for that matter). I think PP has a lot going on for him, but not of the arguments you are bringing up are demonstrable in reality. He has not been very successful in communicating his plan for Venezuela to a middle class, Caracas guy like me or to anyone else that I know. I've noticed that he is usually preferred by an older demographic at least here in Miranda. If you ask me what is PP major drawback is that if you are not looking closely you think you are listening to Manuel Rosales. They are the same thing and machinery and all, they are proven to not be able to defeat Chavez.\nAlso, reasonably respected pollsters (Consultores 21) showed that Capriles has way more credibility against Chavez than PP against Chavez every where but in Zulia. So I am not sure where are you getting those arguments.\nGuido David N\u00fa\u00f1ez-Mujica says:\nKepler:\nThe Truth shall set you free. Y por eso te vamos a apedrear, no joda!\nRodrigo nailed it: This is Rosales' Dauphin. Manuel 2.0, same background, similar people around him. We tried that in 06, got us nowhere. Why insist?\nRodrigo, What I'm saying is precisely that PP is not directing his message to the middle class, but to the lower classes. He doesn't need the middle class if he wants to beat Chavez. And the pollsters that you mention all specify that the groups that tend to follow PP are precisely the lower sectors. I'm not making this up its in the papers. You criticize the traditional party machinery, but how do you think that Capriles will win in October without them? I can't visualize any possibility of the sort. If Capriles wants to win, he'll need AD, COPEI and UNT. So either way, its not smart to trash the machine.\nBy all means the party machinery is necessary. I think PJ has tried to build one. MCM admitted in the Panorama debate that she wishes she had one. But I would like to think that the leaderships within UNT, AD, Copei are decent enough, that in the PP loses, they will do everything they can to get those machineries working towards the unity candidate. I don't think people should consider \"machinery\" and advantage for the primaries.\nThe people? Certainly not MY people. None of the candidates, including Ch\u00e1vez looks or acts like my people. So, moot point.\nmtchz says:\nNot probably. Chavez would SURELY squash him.\nanonimo. says:\nyou may hate it right now, but you will need it later\u2026 Capriles people keeps attacking THE Machine as if they could easily win in October without them and they can't (no matter what absurd reasoning the maracucho chimbo from this blog my come up with).\nThe people who press the button of the machine may have signed a deal that they will support the winner no matter what\u2026 but the people that moves the machine didn't\u2026 and unlike chavismo\u2026 in this machine if you don't go to vote you don't get fire, and these greasy people are getting really piss off by the constant attacks for being part of a machine that has done so much good for the opposition in past elections\u2026 did you forget that this machine is not in front of you but right by your side?\nJuan Crist\u00f3bal Nagel says:\nSer\u00e9 chimbo, pero por lo menos doy la cara y no me escondo bajo un \"an\u00f3nimo.\" Y si, nunca he dicho que Capriles no necesita la maquinaria de UNT, pa'que sep\u00e1is.\nJeffry House says:\nChavistas sowing discord\u2026.\nRoberto N says:\nI liked the greasy people moniker. Is he talking about auto mechanics?\nCriticizing a politician, even within one's \"side\" is part of the daily discourse in open societies where there is debate. I know many Venezuelans are not used to this, after spending only 38 years or so with non-military caudillos (but still, populists), after so little time to have a real competition (we started having some after 88 with the attempt to decentralized things).\nI am not sure who these \"greasy people\" are and where. I think the vast majority in the opposition will go to support the winner.\nVery few who claim to be with the alternative parties will play Ch\u00e1vez's game and if they do, they should know they will be shooting on their own foot.\nFor what it's worth, I don't see where you get the sense that I \"hate it right now.\" I think UNT is doing an admirable job organizing its people and putting together the kind of no bullshit groundgame we'll need nationwide on October 7th, no matter who wins this Sunday. I know for a fact PJ is perfectly cognizant of how powerful the UNT machine is, and they're not stupid \u2013 they know HCR would have no chance in October without a big bold win in Zulia.\nThe proof of the pudding comes in just five days.\nCanucklehead says:\nThe don't call him Pablo Pueblo for nothing. Or do they?\nHe will win the primaries. What best strategy for the chavistas than to vote for the worst option for the oppo?\nCharlesC says:\nI fear this \"surprise\" as well.\nThere's no evidence of this at all.\ngeha714 says:\nMatter of fact, the PSUV gave the \"order\" yesterday of \"banning\" all their members to paritcipate in the primary.\nhttp:\/\/www.codigovenezuela.com\/2012\/02\/noticias\/politico\/el-psuv-prohibio-a-su-militancia-votar-el-12-f\nNo. Chavez needs the voting turnout to be as low as possible. If more than 2 million vote on 14F, he'll look really bad for 7O. If more than 3 million vote (which would be required for chavista vote to push PP on top), it'd look like Chavez has already lost.\nCamilo says:\nThis is exactly what I was hoping that Diego Arria's crew would do\u2026 He could have partnered with a group like Esdata and focus on opposition strongholds and not in places like Parapara for now (those could be targeted after the primaries). Not sure if they did any of this\u2026 Arria does have a heavy emphasis on using social media a la Mockus in Colombia, but not sure if it will be enough\u2026. let's see!\nYup\u2026let's hold our breaths to see if Diego Arria wins!\nI don't wanna risk brain damage\nYou want to hear about Brain Damage? In the succession of PP marches and caravanas I had to endure for the sake of getting the one bloggable tidbit in this post, I had to listen to this, on an endless loop, for 14 hours non-stop:\nArgh!\nMan, this has to be the soundtrack to summon Cthulu.\nHowever, after enduring a Chavista concentration to get my first passport (maybe I should write about it in English, bizarre experience), this is not that bad.\nlavici says:\nquico i offer you a craniosacral therapy ad honorem to dislodge your brain and environs of the beat and lyrics. it works wonders\u2026 trust me!\nI think a Craniosacral-Exorcism combo might be in order.\nja ja quico, bueno en serio si te animas contactame por aqu\u00ed y te mando mi email\u2026 un apurru\u00f1o a la bella kimi\nSweet mother of mercy Quico. The horrors you have to endure to for the sake of our country. I was barely able to listen to the first 10 seconds. La patria te lo agradece.\nThat was 48 hours ago and I STILL CAN'T GET THE JINGLE OUT OF MY HEAD\u2026.\nArriamentum! LOL.\nWell, I'm still voting for him on Sunday!\n\"Arria does have a heavy emphasis on using social media a la Mockus in Colombia\"\nReally? Because he is tweeting Ch\u00e1vez to death?\nDale a ese Blackberry, carajo! Sans piti\u00e9!\nI wish he had the appeal of a Mockus. I think a Mockus would know people in Southern Zulia are NOT Guajiros.\nvenegringa says:\nse pusieron creativos. LOL\n'\"We're going to win,\" he declares, with an air of someone who's worked through all the angles, covered all his bases, and speaks out of mathematical certainty.'\n2006 called and it wants its mantra back.\nkernel_panic says:\nThey called to my house yesterday, my grandma picked up the phone, they asked her if she was going to vote for PP, then they asked for her CI (ID number).\nFunny thing is, my grandma isnt going to vote for PP and yet she said with great enthusiasm that YES SHE WILL :D\nFrancisco (FC) says:\nI wonder how many false positives they have? I mean what are you going to say: \"I'm not voting for PP\"? And then have to suffer through repeated calls and please of why the hell are you not voting for PP?\nI'm pretty sure his number is at least a bit inflated. Nevertheless the machinery and organization seem impressive, the proof is in the pudding as they say.\nHe sounds like Jimmy Dugan from the movie A League of their own.\nof course ch\u00e1vez will forbid the pesuvi reds to go and vote\u2026 the last thing he needs is to let real numbers tallied by the MUD\/S\u00famate of total voters to come out of the black box closet he has hidden himself in for these past years.\nby the way\u2026what do you guys\/gals make of fidel's assuredness that cavez can't lose? i personally think he didi the oppo a favor\u2026what's your take?\nFidel's thing? All noise, no signal.\ni know, but the fact that fidel is backing up his pupil with such assurance don't you think it could work against the said pupil between nini's or even disenchanted chavistas who can't stand the cubiche master?\nsorry for the typos, but i'm running\u2026\nManuel Rosales 2.0\nJotaE says:\nI wished we had a comparison of their performances as governors.\nThere is not candidate that cannot be attacked by the governement.\nThe name of the game is to win no matter the attacks.\nThis is a bizantine discusion.\nWe have to give our support to whoever wins on 12-02. That includes supporting someone who was not our candidate.\nThe winner and his team most do his best to get the votes of those people that voted before for Chavez, the other votes are granted.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Police: Woman driving with infant gets second DWI in three weeks\nPolice: Woman's husband also intoxicated\nUpdated: 12:26 PM EST Jan 22, 2015\nFurnished by House of Corrections SOURCE: Furnished by House of Corrections\nA Wolfeboro woman faces her second driving while intoxicated charge in three weeks, and police say in the most recent incident she had her 3-month-old son in the car.Wolfeboro police stopped Kimberly Pritchard, 35, after an officer saw her and her husband, Lee Pritchard, 35, acting suspiciously in the Lehner Street area, according to authorities.Pritchard failed a field sobriety test and was charged with aggravated driving while intoxicated and breach of bail conditions. Her husband was also intoxicated and he was held in protective custody at the county jail.Authorities said Pritchard's 3-month-old son was in the back seat of the car. He was turned over to a family member. 12967056\nWOLFEBORO, N.H. \u2014\nA Wolfeboro woman faces her second driving while intoxicated charge in three weeks, and police say in the most recent incident she had her 3-month-old son in the car.\nWolfeboro police stopped Kimberly Pritchard, 35, after an officer saw her and her husband, Lee Pritchard, 35, acting suspiciously in the Lehner Street area, according to authorities.\nPritchard failed a field sobriety test and was charged with aggravated driving while intoxicated and breach of bail conditions. Her husband was also intoxicated and he was held in protective custody at the county jail.\nAuthorities said Pritchard's 3-month-old son was in the back seat of the car. He was turned over to a family member.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) continue to threaten our lakes. The good news is that the spread of aquatic invasive plants is slowing down thanks to the Lake Host Program. But, here's the bad news\u2014the spread of aquatic invasive animals into New Hampshire's lakes is on the rise. More must be done.\nOur Lake Hosts cannot be at every boat ramp in New Hampshire, from sunup to sundown, helping and reminding boaters how to prevent the spread of invasive species. And, it's difficult for boaters to drain out every last drop of water from boats.\nBut, there is good news. too. There are tools and equipment that can be offered to boaters to help them Clean, Drain, & Dry their boats, trailers, and gear, even when a Lake Host isn't at the launch to help.\nNH LAKES works with boat access site owners and local partners to upgrade sites with a variety of approaches, tools, and technologies to help boaters to take action to prevent the spread of invasive species. Under state law, boaters are required to use tools and technologies provided at access sites to clean, drain, and\/or dry their boat, before launching into and after coming out of the waterbody. These tools may include garden hoses, cleaning tools or units, or decontamination units.\nTo find out more about what can be done at boat ramps to prevent the spread of invasive species, download our FREE guide below:\n\"Best Available Technologies for Aquatic Invasive Species Spread Prevention\"\nAnd, you can invite NH LAKES to do a free evaluation of a local boating access site and provide recommendations on tools and technology that could help boaters prevent the spread of invasive species! To request an evaluation, fill out our inquiry form below:\nRequest a Best Tech Site Evaluation\nCD3 Watercraft Cleaning Station\nNH LAKES has deployed the first waterless watercraft cleaning unit in the Northeast\u2014the CD3 Clean, Drain, Dry & Dispose Unit! Our mobile, solar-powered CD3 is visiting public boat ramps throughout the state helping boaters prevent the spread of invasive species. If you're a boater and you see it, please feel free to use it. We know you like a clean boat and lake! By using the CD3 unit, you can easily clean, drain, and dry your boat, trailer, and gear to prevent the spread of invasive species. Learn more about the threat of invasive species here.\nIt's FREE and easy to use!\nOur CD3 unit is equipped with hand tools to help boaters remove plant fragments and other debris. A wrench is provided to help open drain plugs to remove trapped water that may contain microscopic invasive animals. A wet\/dry vacuum allows boaters to remove standing water trapped in bilges, live wells, and storage compartments. And, a blower is provided to help fully dry any areas that came in contact with the water.\nWe must all do more to help prevent the spread of invasive species\nIt can take just one boat with a fragment of an invasive plant, or a boat with a few drops of water trapped in a livewell with a single invasive animal larva, being launched into a waterbody to cause a widespread problem in a lake. We must all do more to help prevent the spread of invasive species and the CD3 will help!\nOur CD3 unit is being shared with access site owners and local partners at boat ramps around the state. By seeing how easy it is for boaters to use this innovative technology, we believe communities around the state will be inspired to provide such tools at local boat ramps. We thank New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services and several generous donors for their support, allowing NH LAKES to bring the first CD3 unit to boaters in the Northeast!\nTo find out where our CD3 unit is stationed, visit our event calendar.\nIf you would like the CD3 unit to visit a boat access site in your area, please fill out our inquiry form below:\n\"CD3 Visit Inquiry Form\"\nAnd, to learn more about the variety of CD3 Waterless Cleaning Stations available, visit cd3station.com.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"REVEALED: How much Hearts spends on a single GHPL match\nHearts of Oak MD, Frederick Moor, has opened the lid on how much money the team averagely spends every time it has to play a Ghana Premier League match.\nThe Phobians, like their other 17 counterparts in the Ghana Premier League, have not played a match since March 15 when the President, Nana Akufo Addo, announced a ban on public gatherings including sporting events.\nThis has left football clubs facing massive financial challenges in terms of making money to keep their operations going since there are no revenues from gate proceeds and football transfers.\nThese two elements form a huge a part of how football clubs make money in Ghana and their absence has led the Ghana FA to ask the government of Ghana for some financial support for the clubs.\nHowever, no one seems to know how much the clubs spend and contribute to the national economy.\nIn an interview on Happy FM and GTV Sports Plus on Thursday, Moore revealed Hearts' average expenditure on a match day in the Ghana Premier League.\n\"The average amount that we spend on a match day is between GHS 15,000 and 25,000 and that depends on where we are going, which hotel we are staying in and how long we will spend there.\nIn terms of revenue, we got nearly GHS 400, 000 from our match with Asante Kotoko and everyone knows that. On an average day, we will make as little as GHS 25,000 at the Accra Sports Stadium.\nConsider the fact that when we go away from Accra, we do not make a penny. So, whatever we make in Accra should be divided by two in terms of the income but the revenue doubles because we pay when go away from Accra.\"\nHearts played 14 matches in first round of the league before it was suspended due to the Coronavirus pandemic. They were set to play their 15th match against Techiman Eleven Wonders but the game was called due to the ban on public gatherings on March 15.\nTokyo Olympics to be cancelled if it cannot be held next summer- IOC's Thomas Bach\nIt's been long a real dancehall song was heard in Ghana \u2013 Kelvyn Boy\nGennaro Gattuso leaves Valencia after just seven months in charge\nKudus Beats Them All\u2026 For SWAG Top Prize\n'Ronaldo Will Return To Europe Again'\nEverton Appoints Sean Dyche \u2013\nVW starts operations in Ghana","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"China Troops 'Practice for War,' U.S. Backs India In Latest Border Standoff\nBy Tom O'Connor On 9\/1\/20 at 2:17 PM EDT\nWorld International Affairs China India\nChina's armed forces have released footage of troops training for battle near their border with India, amid a charged territorial standoff between the countries in which the United States has sided with its South Asian defense partner.\nThe Chinese People's Liberation Army Tibet Military Region shared recent footage Tuesday showing personnel \"practice for war\" as a brigade conducted combat exercises in the highlands that meet India. The area is an ill-defined junction that has been the source of renewed tensions between the nuclear-armed Asian neighbors. Rare skirmishes between the two forces turned deadly earlier this year, and both sides on Monday accused the other of trying to cross the contested boundary known as the Line of Actual Control.\nAs of Tuesday, it was apparent that no consensus had been reached, despite officials in Beijing and New Delhi emphasizing they sought a peaceful resolution.\nChina continues to blame the border dispute on incursions by Indian forces into their territory.\n\"On August 31st, Indian troops violated the consensus reached in previous multi-level engagements and negotiations between China and India, illegally trespassed the Line of Actual Control again at the southern bank of the Pangong Tso Lake and near the Reqin Pass in the western sector of China-India border, and conducted flagrant provocations, which again stirred tension in the border areas,\" the Chinese embassy in India spokesperson Counselor Ji Rong said in a statement.\n\"The Indian side's actions seriously violated China's territorial sovereignty, seriously violated the relevant agreements and important consensus of the two countries, and severely damaged the peace and tranquility of the border area,\" Ji added. \"This runs counter to the efforts of both sides to promote the relaxation of the situation on the ground for some time.\"\nEchoing remarks made earlier by PLA Western Theater Command spokesperson Colonel Zhang Shuili, Ji noted that Beijing \"firmly opposes\" India's actions and \"has lodged solemn representations\" with New Delhi.\nChanneling Zhang, the spokesperson demanded \"that India immediately stop all provocative actions, immediately withdraw illegal cross-border personnel, and immediately stop any actions that may escalate and complicate the situation.\"\nTroops of the People's Liberation Army Tibet Military Command conduct combat exercises in this footage shared September 1. The Chinese military has rolled out video and photos of recurring drills in western regions that meet India at a contested border that has been a source of conflict between the two nuclear-armed Asian neighbors. Chinese People's Liberation Army Tibet Military Command\nChinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying offered a nearly identical response to the media at a press conference in Beijing on Tuesday. Pressed for details of the incident, she stated that \"the Indian account may differ from ours, but there is only one simple truth.\"\nHua said that in the seven decades since the founding of the People's Republic of China, the country \"has never proactively provoked any wars and conflicts, and has never invaded an inch of land in other countries.\"\nChina and India once went to war over their Galwan Valley feud, a stinging conflict in which both sides claimed victory. Battles broke out both between Ladakh and Aksai China and at another contested border point connecting China's Chumbi Valley, India's Sikkim state and Bhutan's Ha Valley, where clashes between Chinese and Indian troops occurred in 2017.\nBoth then and now, Beijing and New Delhi maintained they were observing territorial integrity while accusing the other of crossing the line.\nIn response to reports that India had fortified its frontier posts with additional units, however, Hua said that such actions, if true, \"are inconsistent with the desire of the Chinese and Indian peoples to live in peace and maintain good, stable and healthy development of Sino-Indian relations.\"\n\"We hope that India will take China's concerns seriously and take concrete actions to ensure the peace and tranquility of the border areas and the sound development of China-India relations,\" she added.\nChina Demands India Withdraw Troops As Both Claim Border Incursions\nISIS Church Bombs Help China Gain Indian Ocean Ally to America's Chagrin\nChina Defends Missile Tests, Calls U.S. 'Troublemaker' After Navy Challenge\nPakistan Wary of U.S.-India Military Alliance Against China\nIndian military spokesperson Colonel Aman Anand confirmed to Newsweek that \"no physical clashes\" took place Monday during a confrontation with China, but accused the PLA of carrying out \"provocative military movements to change the status quo\" south of Pangong Lake, and said their advance was thwarted by Indian troops, which have taken \"measures to strengthen our positions.\"\nThe Indian Ministry of External Affairs elaborated the following day, accusing the Chinese side of repeated infractions at the border amid dialogue.\nSpokesperson Shri Anurag Srivastava said in response to media inquiries Tuesday that Beijing and New Delhi were regularly engaging diplomatically in order to resolve their long-running border dispute, but that even as Indian and Chinese ground commanders met over the August 29\/30 incident, \"Chinese troops again engaged in provocative action.\"\nThe spokesperson held the Indian line that the Chinese were the aggressors.\n\"Due to the timely defensive action, the Indian side was able to prevent these attempts to unilaterally alter the status quo,\" Srivastava said. \"The actions and behavior of the Chinese side since earlier this year along the LAC has been in clear violation of the bilateral agreements and protocols concluded between the two countries to ensure peace and tranquility on the border.\"\nMatching Chinese protests and calls for India to reign in its border troops, Srivastava said New Delhi had brought these issues to Beijing officials \"through both diplomatic and military channels and have urged them to discipline and control their frontline troops from undertaking such provocative actions.\"\nConsistent with previous statements, Srivastava emphasized the importance of diplomacy in resolving the dispute.\n\"We expect the Chinese side to sincerely abide by the understanding reached earlier and earnestly work with India to resolve the situation and to restore peace and tranquility in the border areas,\" he added.\nA man walks past a poster, depicting portraits of Indian soldiers killed in a hand-to-hand fight with their Chinese counterpart on June 15, in a market area in New Delhi on August 31. India and China have accused each other of military provocation on their contested Himalayan border where a deadly showdown erupted in June\u2014even as commanders from the two sides held talks aimed at easing tensions. JEWEL SAMAD\/AFP\/Getty Images\nThe high-stakes Himalayan quarrel has caught the attention of the United States, which described the PLA's Western Military Command as \"likely responsible for responding to conflict with India and terrorist and insurgent threats to and within western China\" in an annual assessment of the Chinese military published Tuesday.\nThe report made several references to the historic border contest between China and India. The document saw China's actions here as part of a broader campaign of \"coercive activities\" that \"fall below the threshold of provoking armed conflict with the United States, its allies and partners, or others in the Indo-Pacific region.\"\nWashington has sought to contain Beijing's rise by bringing New Delhi into the Western fold. Recent security events at the Line of Actual Control roughly coincided with senior U.S. officials speaking at the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum.\nDeputy Secretary of State Stephen Biegun directly linked recent India-China tensions to President Donald Trump's bid to isolate the People's Republic.\n\"Our strategy is to push back against China in virtually every domain,\" Biegun said. \"We're doing it in the security area. We're doing it in terms of outsized demands to claim sovereign territory, whether it's in the Galwan Valley of India on the India-Chinese border, or whether it's in the South Pacific.\"\nVice President Mike Pence also addressed the forum, saying Trump sought to make good on strong personal ties with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as the U.S. leader had accomplished with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, but ultimately the White House would \"continue to stand firm with our allies in the region like India.\"\nSuch language has been welcomed in New Delhi but rejected in Beijing, where it is seen as a bid to interfere in Chinese affairs.\nDespite their tensions, both U.S. and Chinese officials paid tribute on Tuesday to the passing of former Indian President Pranab Mukherjee, whom both sides credited with making strides to improve India's relationship with their respective countries.\nA map shows a selected series of China's territorial disputes in the region as of January 1. 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Her fiery oratory and intelligent analyses won over the public's heart and made her a leader for the people to follow. However, such dedication comes with a great price. \"I fear for my life. And I know they will kill me if I ever get arrested\", Ei Thinzar Maung revealed in a conversation with CFWIJ's Katarzyna Mierzejewska. \"Everyone is fearful of being arrested, abducted, tormented, or even executed on the street because the security troops are killing wantonly day and night, on the streets or inside residential homes\", she says. Ei Thinzar Maung is currently on the military regime's wanted list of activists.\nThe situation in Myanmar is rapidly deteriorating. Due to severe safety concerns, Ei Thinzar Maung, like dozens of other activists and journalists, remains in hiding inside the country. However, she never ceased to participate in the civil resistance movement in Myanmar. Ei Thinzar uses all of the resources at her disposal to support their democratic agenda. Ei Thinzar Maung spoke to The Coalition For Women In Journalism (CFWIJ) about the cruelty ravaging Myanmar and its citizens.\nThe Coalition For Women In Journalism (CFWIJ) is horrified by the pervasive brutality of the army and blatant violations of basic human rights. We are in regular contact with journalists and activists on the ground who are tormented, abducted, and beaten yet continue to operate in hiding. CFWIJ gives a platform to journalists who fearlessly carry on with their reporting to share their experiences and expose the appalling reality in Myanmar. We stand by the courageous people in Myanmar and will continue to support them in any way we can.\nKatarzyna Mierzejewska: We have been speaking to several journalists and activists in Myanmar who emphasize the immense scale of violence tearing the country apart. The army continues its crackdown on civil liberties, but people's tenacity is extraordinary. Given that the situation is very dynamic, could you shed light on the recent distressing developments?\nEi Thinzar Maung: The military has been on a killing spree, terrorizing protesters and non-protesters in the same merciless way. The regular army units and other security forces are seen shooting protesters in the heads, executing them in broad daylight, shooting children in the playground or in their own homes. Not even visibly pregnant women who show their support for youth protesters have been spared. Going beyond the scope of their mandate, Myanmar security forces demonstrate sadistic behavior, terrorizing unarmed residents and peaceful protesters. These security troops also engage in senseless vandalism, theft, looting, arson and property destruction in all neighborhoods and protest sites in cities, towns and villages.\nWhat do the protests look like now? I spoke to several journalists who bravely continue their coverage, and they all mention that protests are now organized in smaller townships while activists put their lives at risk every single day. How do people feel, how does the brutality and fear affect them?\nGiven the extreme brutality the security forces use to disperse protesters \u2013 all practically unarmed and peaceful \u2013 the protests have become smaller than the earlier waves, which attracted millions of people. However, the determination of the protesters, primarily made up of young students and labor activists, has only grown stronger in response to the security forces' barbaric behavior. There is so much creativity on the part of protest organizers who resort to numerous unusual forms of opposition to the military. The community members who do not join the protests have shown tremendous empathy and solidarity while providing concrete support such as safe houses, food, money, and information about the troops. Besides student protests, the Civil Disobedience Movement, led by civil servants such as doctors, nurses, teachers, academics, engineers, railway employees, and other professionals, continues to cripple the military's ability to run the central state administration.\nEveryone is fearful of being arrested, abducted, tortured, or even executed on the street because the security troops are killing wantonly day and night, on the streets or inside residential homes. So many of us feel we are not safe simply existing as humans in the country under the siege of this terroristic regime. Women and girls are now in constant danger of being raped and gang-raped. For decades, Myanmar security forces have been using rape as a weapon of war and political subjugation, particularly in the ancestral regions of national minorities such as Shan, Kachin, Karen, Rohingyas, and so on. Shan Woman Action Network broke ground internationally in calling the world's attention to the Myanmar military's use of rape as an instrument of terror with its License to Rape report released almost 20 years ago. Thus, the military's practice of rape and threats of rape, with total impunity, has continued throughout the country.\nCan you describe the main threats to the press and journalists? Many of them now operate in hiding.\nMyanmar local journalists face severe risks of being detained, arrested, locked up, tortured, and executed. The military leadership frames them as being biased against the state. Journalists are regularly accused of only focusing on the military's crimes and political repression. Also, they are accused of exposing state secrets internationally. They are chased and often singled out for persecution.\nTell us more about your experience with protests as an activist in the spotlight.\nI fear for my life, and I know they will kill me if I ever get arrested. But I can't allow the fear for my own safety to overwhelm me while millions of others face similar risks. When I am with other protesters and on the frontlines of protest movements, my fear usually fades away. It is only when I am alone the fear returns to me. I take comfort in the view that we are all in this together. We win as a collective, and we lose as a collective, in the face of such an evil regime. This way, I keep my revolutionary spirit up and stay resolute and resolved about my activism.\nHave you experienced violence? Have people close to you endured physical attacks or any kind of state persecution?\nYes, I was beaten in the crackdown of our student march of 404 miles in 2015, and I was locked up for over a year. A few weeks ago, before I had to go underground because the risks became too great, I lost a very close friend and fellow woman dissident I was in jail with. That was hard emotionally.\nYou have been protesting against the military coup since the very beginning. How would you say the situation has changed in the last two months? Could you describe it in detail?\nThe earlier crackdowns involved water cannons, rubber bullets, and other typical riot control methods. Then, the military leadership ordered its security troops to shoot to kill and aim for the heads of protesters. They also broadcast on official propaganda TV stations that parents and family members should keep their loved ones at home unless they want to see their activist family members shot \"in the head and the back of the head\". Many troops videotaped themselves and published these clips in which they say they will rape or kill unarmed protestors.\nThe troops have been using scorched earth or Four Cut military strategies (cutting food, new recruits, information, and other supplies) in many urban neighborhoods. Residents and protesters alike are wrongly but intentionally framed as enemies, manipulated by outside powers such as Western governments and political foundations. These are military strategies the troops use against armed ethnic organizations and their communities in minority regions. Now, the troops employ these methods in cities and towns where the ethnic majority live. The regime has also tried to create news and information black-outs through internet shutdowns and interrupting mobile data services. The regime also brought back repressive Draconian measures from the previous era of military dictatorships, such as requiring every household in villages and towns to report any overnight visitors in their homes. The coup regime has also targeted philanthropists, public opinion-makers, and celebrities to block any type of moral, material, and financial support. But practically every community, village, town, and city is united in their opposition\u2014 not just against the coup regime, but its main instrument of terror, called Tatmadaw (or the Defence Forces). The public wants to defeat this repressive regime by any means necessary. Thousands of protesters have gone over to ethnic armed organizations and undergo armed resistance training programs. The public views the military regime as a gang of terrorists and aspire to set up a new Federal Army in its place, working with national minority communities.\nThe police and army are viciously violent towards protesters. On social media, we are inundated with disturbing images of people either killed or severely injured. Could you describe to us what it looks like in the eye of the storm? I want our readers to understand how risky it is to protest or even silently support the Civil Disobedience Movement in Myanmar.\nEvery time I join the street protests, I know I may be killed. I have seen fellow protesters shot, hauled away, or savagely beaten by security troops right before my eyes. It makes my blood boil. As I said before, we win or lose together as a movement. So, I feel empowered and unafraid, if only for a short moment, when I am with other protesters.\nWhat do you think will happen next? Activists insist that the revolution must prevail, but is it even possible? Is the army willing to sit down and negotiate? What are the demands of the public resistance?\nWe will eventually win. We have no other option but to defeat the evil that has been terrorizing our peoples for nearly 60 years since the coup of 1962. Every one of us knows the country's military is an existential threat to all of us. So, we are at the now or never moment in our country's political history. These men in uniform, whom we commonly refer to as terrorists, will not negotiate with the protest movement whatsoever. Our revolution demands to abolish the anti-democratic constitution drawn up by the military to ensure its power. We seek the establishment of transparent federal democracy, as well as accountability for the leaders who perpetrated international crimes against unarmed civilian populations\u2014 protesters and non-protesters alike.\nEi Thinzar Maung is a respected and well-known human rights activist who has emerged as a symbol of the ongoing protests in Myanmar. Her commitment to defending social liberties long-standing.As a Kachin woman student at Mandalay University, she cut her political teeth in the nationwide student protest movement against the National Education Law proposed by the quasi-democratic government of ex-General and President Thein Sein in 2014. The prospective law promised a ban against student unions, a ban on teaching ethnic minority languages, and the prohibition of academic autonomy for universities and colleges. In the bloody crackdown against the 404 Miles March, organized by students opposing the new law in 2015, Ei Thinzar was arrested and detained for over a year. 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{"text":"I had intended to write something about my recent trip to New York City, and I'm sure I shall. But this morning, while reading the latest \"Old Farmer's Almanac,\" I found a saddening bit of news. Andrew Rothovius died on 28 October 2009.\nThis is not, perhaps, a name that means much to my readers, but it does mean a lot to me. I first encountered his work about the time I discovered the writings of H.P. Lovecraft --- that is, in High School. Now, for those unaware of (or misinformed about) the oeuvre of the \"Sage of Providence,\" suffice it to say that he was a master not merely of horror, but of atmosphere. He could conjure up the \"Dark New England of the Soul\" better than anyone since Hawthorne. Himself a \"Conservative\" unbeliever of the Sanatyana-Mencken variety, Lovecraft epitomised, for me, the spiritual fright that IS the world outside the Church. He had the old Puritans and their descendants down to a tee.\nHaving finished most of his own writings, I went on to various anthologies that Arkham House had produced of other authors' writings about or in the style of HPL. In one of these, I discovered an incredible essay --- \"Lovecraft and the New England Megaliths,\" by one Andrew Rothovius. What a revelation! In this scholarly AND entertaining article, the author correlated a great deal of Lovecraft's background atmospheric material with authentic New England history, folklore, and archaeology. His sweeping and yet incisive treatment of a very wide and esoteric topic was one of the things that inspired me to become a writer.\nMany years later, in the late 90s or early zeroes, I began writing for FATE Magazine. I do not apologise for this: they allowed me to write on topics that interested me; they paid on time (often a rare thing among Catholic publications); and the staff at the time were a jolly bunch, neither believing nor disbelieving in the wonders their writers submitted, but interested in a good story that was none too implausible (their reject file was a hoot!). In any case, one of my fellow writers for the mag was --- Andrew Rothovius. I asked the editor to put us in touch, and a correspondence ensued.\nWe wrote and spoke frequently on the phone for a few years; I made three pilgrimages out to his home in New Hampshire. I discovered the \"Sage of Milford\" to be what one might expect from his far ranging work. A little old man with a twinkling eye, half Finnish and half Old Yankee, he epitomised the New England amateur scholar. Mr. Rothovius dwelt in a little house filled with books and papers --- which, unlike most such (including my own!) was neat as a pin. He was a master of the kind of bizarre historical and legendary lore I have always loved, and published innumerable articles in many small journals in these areas.\nA marvellous story teller, he regaled me with such anecdotes as the adventures of his cousin, who had been in charge of exhuming the bodies from the cemeteries of the three doomed villages which were submerged under the Quabbin reservoir. These sad hamlets, with their strange Calvinist sects and centuries-long inbreeding, were the actual inspiration for Lovecraft's Dunwich. The cousin was horrified to discover that the skeletal remains showed signs of definite degeneration --- refutation supreme, if any were needed, of Darwin!\nHe was also a recent and devout convert to Catholicism. Despite being a descendant of the Bishop Rothovius who imposed Lutheranism upon his hapless fellow Finns, he had long and gradually become more and more interested in the Faith. A chance encounter in a shop with a group of the Sisters of St. Benedict Center of Still River, Massachusetts convinced him that he must finally take the plunge, and so he did.\nAlas, he moved into a rest home, and we fell out of touch --- for which I feel rather sad. But, I shall never forget him, and am happy to think that God took him just after his favourite time of year, when the leaves of New England are in their autumnal glory. May he too be in that glory of which all on Earth is a mere reflection. Of your charity, please pray for the repose of the soul of Andrew E. Rothovius.\nTo see some of his work, go to:\nhttp:\/\/www.trismegistos.com\/MagicalLetterPage\/Rothovius\/index.html\nhttp:\/\/www.almanac.com\/content\/appreciation-andrew-rothovius\nhttp:\/\/www.vanecktillman.com\/advisory1b.php\nhttp:\/\/www.ledgertranscript.com\/article\/andrew-e-rothovius\nPosted by The City and The World at 10:14\u202fAM 7 comments:\nI am truly amazed, sometimes, at the richness of this City's and this Archdiocese's heritage. A stroll around the old plaza, with its statue of L.A.'s founder, King Charles III of Spain, never fails to remind one of this. Olvera Street, for all its touristy-ness, is always a pleasure for me. The old section of La Placita (the first parish, Nuestra Senora Reina de Los Angeles, founded by Ferdinand VII in 1814) --- you can give the new part of it a pass --- with its Perpetually Adored Host---in---Monstrance (formerly flanked until recently by the Spanish and Vatican flags) is perhaps my favourite church in a city fille some really lovely ones. The Spanish heritage, expressed in Missions, Rancho Adobes, Presidios --- and the living expressions of fiestas, processions, and food --- are an enormous part of what I love about this City and this State.\nSome of the newer churches --- from the sad bulk of St. Vibiana's Cathedral to so many others --- remind one of the hard work of our bishops, from Amat to McIntyre, in building up the Catholic presence here. Our Ethnic and Eastern Rite parishes, apostolates, and societies reflect the worldwide origins of the Catholics of this City, and the presence of St. Mary of the Angels, an historic Hollywood Anglican parish waiting for the Ordinariate, all reflect our \"goodly heritage.\" The advent of the film industry coincided with a rush of extraordinary architectural styles; many old restaurants and bars reflect that era, and for all that seem to close one after another, there always seems to be one more to discover.\nBut City and State are broke (financially speaking), and social problems are immense; the Archdiocese has suffered doctrinal and liturgical blight since the 1960s --- indeed, in many ways that blight has determined the course of my life.\nNevertheless, it seems that our soon to be Ordinary, Archbishop Gomez, will be a worthy inheritor of this see. May he not only worthily preserve what we have, but use it as a stepping-stone for evagelisation, that the City of Angels may one day be worth of her name.\nPosted by The City and The World at 5:52\u202fPM 1 comment:\nOh Empire State!\nAlthough this blog is intended to be Angelenocentric to a great degree, I was born in New York, and that City and its State have always held their place in my heart. Right now I am reading \"The World of Washington Irving\" by Van Wyck Brooks. Apart from once again marvelling over the sheer beauty of the prose, my mind is wandering back to the skyscrapers and the vales of the Hudson where my memories begin. As a boy I was thrilled by Washington Irving's tales --- had they not happened, so many of them, near where we were? And the stories and weird lore of the Dutch settlers, the battles of the Revolution, the Loyalists, Major Andre, the beautiful old mansions between Albany and the Bronx, the colonial taverns and cemeteries, and so much more! All of these remained firmly in my head when we came out here, and linger still. The memories of Autumn and Winter, Hallowe'en and Christmas, buoyed me up in the withering heat of an L.A. Summer.\nBut that sense of exile is, perhaps, an integral part of being an Angeleno. For people born and raised here, the Southland is simply their home. But for the millions more who have come from elsewhere --- or who so came in the past, to include the first settlers --- the sense of being shipwrecked on an island, so to speak, is a defining one. Our Autumsn, although lacking the brilliant leaves, are dreamy and mellow in their own way. Now that Autumn is here at last --- enjoy it!\nWell, ladies and gentlemen, behold my second attempt at blogging, launched on the feast of St. Maurice and the Theban Legion! What I will seek to address is whatever if find of interest in the City (in this case, the City of Los Angeles and its environs) and the world. We stand at a very bizarre and unusual time. Although the Recession has ended, as our government assure us, and prosperity is just around the corner, one might think otherwise given the reality in which most of us live.\nThe Pope has just completed a triumphant tour in Scotland and England, the snow of the White Witch is just beginning to melt in the Angeleno Narnia, and I turn 50 in November! Stay tuned!","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Member Center: Sign In | Register\nHome World U.S. Weather Business Sports Analysis Politics Law Tech Science Health Entertainment Offbeat Travel Education Specials Autos I-Reports\nSave |\nMost Popular |\nBird flu virus 'still smoldering,' U.S. expert says\nBy Caleb Hellerman\nA year ago, headlines were screaming about a looming disaster: the rapid spread of bird flu across two-thirds of the globe. The H5N1 strain of the virus was killing more than half its human victims. Experts were urging the government to stockpile medicine and experimental vaccines.\nDr. Robert Webster, whose vaccine the U.S. government plans to use in case of an outbreak, told CNN at the time, \"If this virus learns to transmit human to human and maintains that level of killing, we've got a global catastrophe.\"\nThat worldwide pandemic hasn't yet materialized, and bird flu has been out of the headlines for a while. But we may be in for another round of news.\nLast week South Korea announced two new outbreaks in poultry. And Dr. Timothy Uyeki of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said he's bracing for another surge in human infections. \"When the temperature drops and the humidity drops, that's when you start seeing more poultry outbreaks. And when you see poultry outbreaks, that's when you see human cases.\"\n\"It's still smoldering,\" said Dr. Anthony Fauci, who heads U.S. scientific efforts to combat bird flu. \"What it hasn't done, much to our relief, is to become more virulent or better able to transmit from person to person.\"\nThree recent papers in the New England Journal of Medicine illustrate serious roadblocks to understanding and controlling the virus. The first describes three clusters of cases within families in Indonesia, eight patients in all. In two of the clusters, the authors said it's quite possible one person caught the disease, then passed it to family members.\nOne of those families was profiled in \"Killer Flu,\" a CNN program last December. Rini Dina, a 37-year-old woman in a Jakarta suburb, died of an H5N1 infection, and her 8-year-old nephew, Firdaus, was hospitalized with fever for 10 days. Indonesian health officials said Rini was probably infected by tainted fertilizer in her garden. Firdaus had no direct contact with birds or the garden, but cuddled with his aunt on a couch while she lay shivering with fever. According to medical detectives, that's probably how he got sick.\n\"We can't prove it, but it probably happened,\" said Dr. Uyeki, who helped an Indonesian team with the investigations. Worldwide, about a third of all cases involve family clusters and there are a handful of cases where the virus likely passed from person to person, he said.\nAs a clinician, Uyeki has also helped to examine bird flu patients in Indonesia and Vietnam, the only U.S. doctor to do so. As the virus evolves, he said, its symptoms are evolving as well. \"The clinical features in 1997 were different than what they are now. We're seeing less diarrhea, and in Indonesia, it's been much more fatal.\" Other, more common symptoms are hard to distinguish from other infections -- fever, aches and coughing, and shortness of breath and pneumonia as the illness progresses.\nSimply making a diagnosis can be difficult. A second NEJM paper describes eight human patients in Turkey, all of whom initially tested negative for H5N1. The first samples were taken by swabbing the patients' nasal passages. That's standard for most influenza tests, but Uyeki says the H5N1 virus embeds itself deeper in the throat and lungs.\nIn Turkey, all the patients had been in contact with sick birds, so doctors were looking for H5N1. But in less-suspicious cases, a delay could be fatal. The only known treatment is the drug oseltamivir, sold as Tamiflu. While data are scarce because of the small number of human cases, most experts believe Tamiflu can lessen the symptoms of bird flu -- as it does with typical influenza - but only if taken in the first two days after symptoms appear.\nIn a commentary published with the two articles, Webster and another prominent flu expert said efforts to eradicate the virus, through killing infected chicken flocks or by vaccinating poultry, have largely failed. Worse, they said, many vaccines used in Asia are of poor quality and are pushing the virus to mutate faster, in potentially more dangerous directions.\nSo far, H5N1 hasn't gained the ability to easily infect humans, but eyebrows went up during an outbreak in May, on the Indonesian island of Sumatra. Bird flu infected eight people in a single family, killing seven of them. The World Health Organization concluded the illness had spread among the victims, but said genetic testing did not show major changes in the virus. Fauci said the H5N1 virus is indeed \"a moving target,\" but that the existing vaccine provides at least some protection against the different strains. Work on more advanced vaccines is ongoing, he said. \"Our capability is getting better and better, but it's not going to happen overnight.\"\n\"It's been a really rare human disease to date,\" Uyeki cautions, but \"who can predict what's going to happen? We better continue to monitor and plan. To ignore this would be insane.\"\nCaleb Hellerman is a producer with CNN Medical News.\nNext story in Health\nCenters for Disease Control & Prevention\nTamiflu\nWhat are E-mail Alerts? | Manage Alerts | Create Your Own\nObama on fiscal cliff: Congress, I warned you\nReport: MH370 a criminal investigation\nEbola toll rises in 'unprecedented' outbreak\nRepublicans hit a nerve over Obamacare\nNATO suspends cooperation with Moscow\nWill Caesars impress with Vegas High Roller?\nRomney to lunch with Obama\nSenators 'troubled' after Rice meeting\nBergen: Senseless Benghazi obsession\nTicker: RNC wants 'autopsy' of election\nLZ: For 2016, Bush vs. Clinton\nTalkin' 'Icky Thump' blues (1:40)\n'Why you treat yourself bad?' (3:15)\nSoviet culture returns (3:47)\nUnseemly rap lyrics targeted (3:29)\nNow In The News\nFirdaus Baskara, 8, of suburban Jakarta, Indonesia, survived bird flu. He's believed to have contracted the illness from his aunt.\nHEALTH VIDEO LIBRARY\nThe Threat of Bird Flu\nBIRD FLU BY THE NUMBERS\nOf 74 confirmed cases of bird flu in Indonesia this year, 56 have been fatal.\nAs of November 29, 111 cases have been reported worldwide this year, 76 of which were fatal. That compares with 97 cases in 2005, of which 42 were fatal.\nAs of November 29, the World Health Organization has confirmed a total of 258 human cases, 154 of which were fatal. That's a mortality rate of 59 percent.\nLanguages --------- Arabic\tJapanese Korean Turkish\nCNN TV CNN International Headline News Transcripts Advertise with Us About Us Contact Us\n\u00a9 2007 Cable News Network.\nA Time Warner Company. All Rights Reserved.\nRead our privacy guidelines. Contact us. Site Map.\nSERVICES \u00bb E-mails RSS Podcasts CNNtoGo CNN Pipeline\nExternal sites open in new window; not endorsed by CNN.com\nPay service with live and archived video. 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{"text":"Protecting the Sovereign? The rules of competence and compellability remain a mystery \u2013 Robin Callender Smith\nMarch 11, 2022 \/ INFORRM \/ 0 Comments\nNearly three and a half years have passed since my original Freedom of Information (FOI) request to see the advice that led to Paul Burrell's 2002 Old Bailey trial being abruptly stopped when the Queen was at risk of being called as a witness. The final answer is \"no, you can't see it.\"\nThe issues were previously examined in my July 2019 Inforrm post here .\nMr Burrell had been acquitted on three charges of alleged theft of items from estate of the late Princess Diana. I asked for the legal advice relating to the competence and the compellability of the Queen to give evidence at the trial.\nThe Information Commissioner (IC) agreed this advice should be made public. She decided that \"there was a stronger public interest in the public knowing about the competency and compellability regarding whether the Sovereign can be called as a witness in court proceedings than the public interest in withholding the information.\"\nThe Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) appealed against this decision. After promptings this week to make my final \u2013 and unsuccessful \u2013 appeal judgment public, it is now available as Robin Callender Smith v The Information Commissioner and the Crown Prosecution Service EA\/2019\/0275. This case citation is misleading because the IC supported and joined my appeal in its first stage and simply did not take part in the second stage. I pay particular tribute to the articulate tenacity of Will Perry, Counsel for the IC before the First Tier Tribunal (FTT) on 23 September 2020, who stood in at short notice for a colleague.\nUpper Tribunal Judge Rupert Jones decided that the qualified Section 42 FOIA (1) exemption given to Legal Professional Privilege (LPP) prevailed to deny my request.\n[58] In this case there was a sensitive balancing exercise to perform between the pro-disclosure public interest in the public discovering what advice the CPS has received on the rare but constitutionally significant issue of the compellability and competence of the monarch, and the non-disclosure public interest in securing and maintaining legal advice privilege between two of the most senior prosecuting lawyers in the UK. \u2026. In conducting that exercise the FTT interpreted and applied the proper principles of law and reached evaluative conclusions it was entitled to reach applying on the evidence before it.\n[59] The public interest balance struck by the FTT was not the product of any error of law. Therefore, its decision must stand that the requested information should not be disclosed being exempt LPP material for the purposes of section 42 of FOIA.\nSo, despite a highly-publicised trial that cost the public at least an estimated \u00a31.5m, the same public is not allowed to see the advice from Senior Treasury Counsel that led to the plug being pulled on the criminal proceedings.\nWhile inevitably I sound like a sore loser, I find that decision astonishing. In my opinion, this decision reinforces the perception that the qualified s.42 (1) LPP exemption \u2013 with its surrounding caselaw \u2013 now has the almost unassailable status of an absolute exemption.\nIf the public interest elements in this particular request did not operate to tip the balance towards publication, then when?\nAs her reign reaches a natural conclusion, the fact that we still do not know the answer to this question is bizarre, even more so in the light of recent matters relating to Prince Andrew and questions that may still fall to be answered by Prince Charles as the Queen's successor as sovereign.\nThis means that we are still not permitted to know the factors that determine whether or not the Sovereign is competent and compellable to give evidence in court.\nDr Robin Callender Smith is Honorary Professor of Media Law at the Centre for Commercial Law Studies, Queen Mary, University of London. His book 'Celebrity and Royal Privacy, The Media and the Law' was published by Sweet & Maxwell in December 2015.\nRobin Callender-Smith\nIPSO: Analysis of rulings in 2020 exposes the ineffectiveness of the press complaints handler \u2013 Hacked Off\nGlobal Freedom of Expression, Columbia University: Newsletter, w\/e 12 March 2022","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"https:\/\/publichealth.ouhsc.edu\/Alumni Parent Page: Alumni id: 25786 Active Page: Hazel Lonewolfid:26239\nHOME \/ Alumni \/ Distinguished Alumni Award \/ 2020 Distinguished Alumni \/ Hazel Lonewolf\n2020 Departmental of Health Administration and Policy Young Alumni Professional Award\nThe 2020 Young Alumni Professional Award for the Department of Health Administration and Policy goes to Hazel Lonewolf, DrPH, MPH!\nDr. Hazel Lonewolf is a 2005 MPH and 2015 DrPH alumna of the Hudson College of Public Health. Dr. Lonewolf has been a staff member at Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC) for over thirteen years. She currently serves as Chief Quality Officer, overseeing the Department of Quality and all quality activities of the organization.\nDr. Lonewolf started her career at OKCIC early in 2007 as an Epidemiologist. As quality initiatives grew and the Quality team grew in number, she was promoted to Director of Quality. Continuing her educational pursuit, she earned her doctorate and was later promoted to Chief Quality Officer. Dr. Lonewolf serves as the Chair of the Quality Improvement Committee at OKCIC.\nA graduate of Leadership Oklahoma (LOK) Class 31, Dr. Lonewolf has travelled the state connecting with other community leaders whose commitment to service and excellence will help energize all Oklahomans to help positively shape our future (mission of LOK). She also serves as a member of the Oklahoma City Area Office IHS Institutional Review Board (IRB), helping to provide human subjects research protections to American Indian patients.\nDr. Lonewolf served on the OQF (Oklahoma Quality Foundation) Board of Examiners for three years before moving on to become a national examiner for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which she did in 2018. When she began her service, she introduced the Baldrige framework to OKCIC, which eventually led to OKCIC becoming an OQF Leadership in Excellence winner in 2018. This achievement qualifies OKCIC to apply for the MBNQA, which Dr. Lonewolf submitted in early 2020.\nIn 2013, Dr. Lonewolf implemented the Care Bear Recognition Program that morphed into the ConnectFour Employee Recognition program. ConnectFour is a system that allows OKCIC staff members to recognize other staff members for demonstrating one or all the core values of OKCIC.\nAlso, during 2018, Dr. Lonewolf worked with Human Resources to create and implement a quarterly performance evaluation process that encourages feedback throughout the year, rather than only once per year. At this same time, she helped establish production measures for every department\/individual within the organization. These measures were used as part of the performance evaluation process and tied back to a strategic initiative or core value. Another improvement effort initiated in 2018 by Dr. Lonewolf is LEAN\/Six Sigma training. In 2018, OKCIC began the process of conducting initial LEAN\/Six Sigma training with every staff member. LEAN\/Six Sigma will be used for organization-wide process improvement efforts.\nA crowning accomplishment of Dr. Lonewolf and the QI team is the introduction of a PDSA Fair. Once all staff members were conducting PDSAs, Dr. Lonewolf wanted a \"showplace\" for staff members to share their PDSAs with other staff members. In January 2017, the first annual PDSA Fair was conducted. In 2018, OKCIC invited and hosted community members, leaders from OKC Area Office, and other Indian Health Services\/Tribal\/Urban Indian Healthcare facilities in the Area. This is a tradition that will continue after the positive feedback received from visitors. Even though the fair started as a way to keep staff member informed of best practices within the organization, it quickly became evident that there was a great deal of value in sharing these projects with leaders outside of OKCIC to allow for the ideas to spread and add value to other organizations.\nThrough Dr. Lonewolf's leadership, OKCIC's Quality program has evolved into something that has an Area Impact. Through the development and sharing of best practices, OKCIC is able to positively impact care across the Area and sometimes the nation. Dr. Lonewolf's forward-thinking strategy for quality improvement has been life-changing to OKCIC as an organization and as a leader in healthcare. Dr. Lonewolf's work not only support's OKCIC's mission, vision and core values, but also IHS's mission to raise the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of American Indians and Alaska Natives to the highest level. For all these reasons, in 2019 Dr. Lonewolf was the recipient of the Area Director's Individual Area Impact award.\nDr. Lonewolf has volunteered her time at Big Brothers Big Sisters, the Oklahoma Quality Foundation, and the State of Oklahoma's American Indian Community of Practice as well as the Constitutional Committee for the Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma. These qualities of volunteerism and leadership through example allow her work to expand beyond her own direct actions organizationally, regionally, and even nation-wide to fulfill the OKCIC's vision \"to be the national model for American Indian health care.\"\nHere are a few excerpts from her nomination letters:\n\"It is not only her professional accomplishments, though they are many and most-deserved; but also her personal characteristics including being peerlessly principled, highly professional, and incredibly inspiring as a co-worker and leader.\"\n\"OKCIC is proud of our robust Quality program, with integration throughout the organization; the overall success of the program lies squarely upon Dr. Lonewolf's leadership. She will tell you that it was all a team effort, and it is true that she needs a team of people to help achieve all that she has. However, it is her leadership and insight that has been the driving force behind improvement efforts of OKCIC.\"\n\"Dr. Lonewolf is hardworking, creative, of exceptional integrity, and highly intelligent. But above all else, it is her servant leadership and mentorship abilities for guiding others through her example of quality and professionalism which sets her apart from her peers. She unselfishly volunteers her time, talents and resources into strengthening community organizations, as an advocate for those most vulnerable and the underserved.\"\nPlease help us congratulate Dr. Hazel Lonewolf for this well-deserved award.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Religion and Bioethics Spring 2020\nJust another Emory WordPress Sites site\nAuthor Archives: Rachael Newman\nRachael Newman's Unit Six Blog: Making Comparisons in Technology and Culture\nTsipy Ivry's book titled, Embodying Culture: Pregnancy in Japan and Israel, is a well-designed double ethnography. Through cultural immersion and the creation of a thick description, Ivry sought out how cultural beliefs weigh into views on prenatal testing and diagnoses in these two non-western, medicalized countries. Ivry performed fieldwork in both Japan and Israel, where she collected her research through four different sources: interviews with ob-gyns, interviews with current and past pregnant women, attending pregnancy classes, and lastly, attending pregnancy events. Ivry learns early on that both pro-natal cultures focus on delivering babies healthily and to full term. Yet, she identifies the different systems and methodologies employed to achieve this shared goal: \"Geneticism\" versus \"Environmentalism.\" Ivry claims that while Israeli healthcare systems heavily emphasize genetics through the endorsement of prenatal testing, Japanese healthcare systems rather focus on environmentalism by maintaining perfect maternal environments.\nPre-natal testing is more common in Israel than it is in Japan. One reason for this is explained by the directors of the Program for the Prevention of Inborn Abnormalities that \"\u2026 in Israel 'we are simply tailored to deal with our own problems'\" (41) to address and eliminate genetic anomalies unique to Jews. The Jewish population appears to be susceptible to specific diseases and, in the hopes of \"eliminating genetic 'Jewish diseases' in the Israeli population\" (44), prenatal testing exists to analyze genetic markers in genomes of pregnant mothers. For example, Tay-Sachs disease is a specific genetic disorder associated with Jewish people, and pre-natal testing can detect this disorder during the pregnancy. Given the prevalence of these genetic concerns, I believe it makes complete sense for Israel to advocate for more prenatal testing than other countries, such as Japan, as a means for combating Jewish-specific diseases. Ivry interviewed doctors such as Dr. Ramon, a well-established Israeli ob-gyn who specializes in obstetrical ultrasound, to explain how important and common it is for Israeli ob-gyns to rely on testing, examinations, and all existing prenatal tests as a source of information and education. Doctors must be completely transparent about these options so that their patients are well-versed to make critical decisions about their pregnancies. I believe this level of commitment and investment in the doctor-patient relationship creates the solid foundation to combat genetic pre-dispositions and pregnancy hurdles. The emphasis on pre-natal testing and education is also critical to managing patients that experience high levels of anxiety or hysteria, as supported by Ivry's discussions with Dr. Ramon. Dr. Ramon explains that during bouts with hysteria, patients look to their doctors for comfort and assurances that the pregnancy is normal. As these patients utterly trust their doctors, it appears only right that the doctors want to make sure that all the bases are covered and that technology and testing is fully employed to inform the situation. In Israel, doctors strive to assertively recommend and deploy all the genetic tests available and designed to assess fetus anomalies before birth, while also providing the patient comfort, and striving for healthy births.\nOb-gyns in Japan, in contrast to Israel, focus on the environments of childbearing women rather than genetic testing. Ivry explains that pre-natal routines in Japan consist of \"measuring the patient's weight gain, abdominal circumference, and funcal height.\" (84) Additionally, Japanese ob-gyns take \"taijukanri\", weight supervision, exceptionally strictly. The Mother-Child Health Handbook is a book given to all Japanese pregnant patients at the first pre-natal visit. In this handbook, mothers record their weight, meals, temperature, and many other things that is a departure from how pregnancies are followed and recorded by Israeli doctors. While both Japan and Israel are striving for the same goal, the Japanese approach to pregnancy is largely based on environmental factors and the Japanese healthcare system places significant importance and responsibility on ensuring that these environmental factors are properly measured and observed during the pregnancy. I found this chapter of the book extremely interesting because I was unfamiliar with these principles of Japanese healthcare. The early distribution and depth of the Mother-Child Health Handbook shows how vital the environment is on Japanese pregnancy. By contrast, as Ivry points out that, in Israel, there are no such written disclosures or guidelines during the pregnancy and any sort of disclosures about how to care for the baby are only handed out to patients after a successful birth, never before. Also, Ivry writes that the well-being of Japanese babies is entirely dependent on the environment, \"kanya\" of their mother. If the environment is not well-kept, or if the fetus is underweight, or overweight, the teachings tell the mother that the baby may not be born healthy or birthed to full term. Genetics do not appear to be a primary concern. You can even see this point through the language used in some of the interviews. A specific interview with Dr. Ootsuma intrigued me. Ootsuma said \"Maternity checkups are not free of charge, so from one visit to another the mother should check herself, how much she has gained \u2026\" (92) It is evident that mothers play the central role in determining the outcome of their pregnancy, and doctors do not prioritize the discussion of or recommend pre-natal testing with their patients because they believe that keeping the mother in healthy shape is much more valuable and impactful on the fetus.\nIvry noted many other interesting differences between the Israeli and Japanese health systems. One that stood out to me involved the differences between the ob-gyn offices. In Dr. Ramon's waiting room in Israel, there was a mural that read, \"'Aloka (a popular ultrasound technological brand) gives birth to perfection'\" (46). This contrasts to the waiting room of Dr. Oikawa in Japan where on his waiting room's wall there \"was a colorful placard of the food pyramid, with a digital scale just below it.\" (84). She noted that women would routinely walk into the office and weigh themselves on this scale. These two contrasting environments illustrate the varying frameworks of the healthcare systems' approach to pregnancy. Just viewing these two waiting rooms, the difference in priorities that each culture places on genetic testing and natural environmental factors is plainly obvious.\nThe book raises the interesting question of whether either approach is better than the other to ensure a healthy pregnancy. I wonder whether the similarities of the Israeli and Japanese approach are more important that the differences. I question whether cultures that place an emphasis and importance on pre-natal care, whether driven by genetics, environment or simply education, is sufficient to trigger mothers to take pregnancies seriously and to be mindful of their health during the pregnancy. I would be curious to compare whether the percentage of healthy births dramatically differs in both countries and whether either approach is more effective. In her first chapter of the book, called, A Risky Business, Ivry reports on a pregnancy event speech given by Dr. Cohen in Israel in which he readily conceded that ultrasound technology is not perfectly designed to identify every anomaly. In her third chapter, Japanese Prenatal Care, Ivry suggests that \"[a] body that can give a good birth is the result of the continuous hard work of \"bodybuilding\"\"(92). But, a healthy mother does not guaranty a healthy birth, and I believe that it is the emphasis on healthy pregnancies is the common denominator that motivates both communities to manage their pregnancies with the goal of healthy births.\nQuestions for Class Discussion:\n-How do Japanese and Israeli Americans view pregnancy and new reproductive technologies?\n-Do they carry the cultural perspectives that are outlined through this book?\n-Do you believe that pre-natal testing mutes diversity of disabled people?\nRitu Shah, Unit 8: Abortion Revision\nRitu Shah, Unit 8: Abortion\nUnit 10: Surrogacy, Ethnography, and Bioethics \u2013 Jesse Rosen\nPriscilla Lin's \"Unit 9: What's Motherhood Got to do with it?\" Post\nTaylor Robinson: Unit 9 \u2013 What's Motherhood Got to do With It?\nHimani Shetti on Joanne Wu \u2013 Unit 7: Inventing Bioethics\nHimani Shetti on Nadia Paylor Unit 9: Motherhood\nHimani Shetti on Ritu Shah, Unit 8: Abortion Revision\nHimani Shetti on Unit 10: Surrogacy, Ethnography, and Bioethics \u2013 Jesse Rosen","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"The Jasz originated in 1993 and has been incorporated since 1998. Jasz Productions, Inc. has trained well over 100,000 clients\/students in dance, modeling, skin care, make-up artistry, motivational counseling, self-esteem building and physical fitness. Jasz Productions, Inc. also provides services in Public Relations and Event Management (for a full categorized list, see Services)\nThe Jasz is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia and currently on a major search for fashion models, dancers and other special talented entertainers of all ages\u2026\nOur goal is to continue to spearhead diverse entertainment venues and a vast amount of fashion productions to expand our business in markets all over the world.\nOur mission is to develop and train people to perform and share a high multitude of entertainment world wide by providing an opportunity to expose the young men, women and children with extraordinary talents to enhance their performance in formulating superstars. We provide opportunities for everyone...It is up to you to follow your dreams...\nFor enrollment and registration or to set up an appointment with the Jasz please email us at diamond@jaszproductionsinc.com..add some Jasz to your event or experience...\nOur vision is to become a worldwide multimillionaire operational business.\nCynthia 'Diamond' Harris\nCEO & President\nJasz Production, Inc.\n9103 Woodmore Centre Drive Suite # 216\nLanham, MD 20706\n202.538.0004 p\n301.583.1362 f\nHome | Contact Us | Sevices | Upcoming Events | Upload Photo | Register | Photos\n\u00a92017 JASZ Productions Inc. Website Designed by Mack M. Design for Glory.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Biden doubles refugee admission quotas\nChristian Fernsby \u25bc | October 9, 2021\nJoe Biden has doubled refugee admission quotas from 62,500 people to 125,000 during the 2022 fiscal year began on October 1, according to the statement made public by the White House.\n\"The admission of up to 125,000 refugees to the United States during Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 is justified by humanitarian concerns or is otherwise in the national interest,\" the American leader stressed. It is planned to admit 10,000 refugees from Europe and Central Asia.\nEarlier, the government warned the Congress that it intended to raise the admission quotas. \u25a0\nMcConnell: The Kremlin is not our friend\nBiden says COVID-19 vaccines will be widely available by the end of July\nBiden tells Europe 'America is back'","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Nick Schlekeway\nBeing immersed in a self-propelled, start-up oriented family his entire life, Idaho native Nick Schlekeway is a true visionary entrepreneur. Rigorous physical training combined with high academic accomplishment from a young age instilled the kind of... Read more\nBeing immersed in a self-propelled, start-up oriented family his entire life, Idaho native Nick Schlekeway is a true visionary entrepreneur. Rigorous physical training combined with high academic accomplishment from a young age instilled the kind of self-mastery and work ethic only true leaders possess. After leading Boise State Football as a team captain to the 2007 Fiesta Bowl Championship victory over the University of Oklahoma, Nick entered the real estate industry during his tenure as a Boise firefighter. Four years later, he now is founder and CEO of Amherst Madison, the third-largest independent\u2014and fastest-growing brokerage\u2014in Idaho. His passion for excellence and drive for victory pushes him to conquer new frontiers while providing fulfilling careers and a dynamic culture for his agents. Nick's early work includes breaking ground on construction sites with his general contractor father, distributing flyers for his mother's salon business, and assisting both parents with residential property management and leasing. Nick was an all-state athlete, state Football champion, and 4.0 valedictorian at Eagle High School, where he was inducted as a Hall of Fame member. Also an Academic All-American, All-Conference football player at Boise State, he graduated in seven semesters with a 3.9 GPA and bachelor's degree in Business Management. Most recently, Nick has continued to pursue academic distinction by graduating with honors and earning a master's degree in Real Estate Development and Leadership from 20th-ranked Georgetown University\u2014all while doubling the size of his growing company during those two years. Prior to founding Amherst Madison, Nick was hired first of 1,750 candidates as a firefighter for the City of Boise. Nick served the citizens of Boise from 2008-2012 as a certified Hazardous Materials Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, and Firefighter III, with certification to \"swing up\" to Driver Engineer. His experiences as a firefighter, in addition to his time volunteering as a student-athlete at Boise State, were instrumental in building a desire to give back to his community and serve others. Having overcome significant personal struggles and loss, Nick holds a high respect and fascination for leaders who maintain bravery in the face of opposition and see the opportunity in times of challenge. Building upon the foundation of a life without limits, Nick continues to lead as an inspirational example, driven to create a positive impact on other's potential through public speaking, mentoring, and personal development. His own self-discovery and perseverance have been largely influenced by numerous mentors and role models, including Jim Rohn, Steve Jobs, Tony Robbins, Marcus Lemonis, and his parents. From winning state championships in high school, to defeating Oklahoma in the famous 2007 Tostitos Fiesta Bowl, to safely extinguishing a dangerous structure fire with his crew, to professional wins in the boardroom; Nick has found that nothing compares to the satisfaction of accomplishing big things with great people. https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/nickschlekeway http:\/\/www.amherstmadisonlegacy.com\/agents\/18948-Nick-Schlekeway\nCONNECT WITH Nick\nEmail Nick\nFollow Nick on Twitter\nNick's Stories\nHow dressing for success is making these millennials' real estate careers\nPerception is reality: How do you want to be perceived?\nHow to reduce investment risk in raw land development\nGetting equity investors on board is easier when you know the risks and how to overcome them\n3 ethical tests to guide you through real estate's toughest dilemmas\nWhat is legal and what is ethical are often not the same\nAre real estate agents scared of their own success?\nThe most productive activities in real estate are the ones that require the most bravery\nWant success as a real estate agent? Ask the right questions\nFirst and foremost, we should be asking for the business, daily\nWhy I hate cubicles\nOpen spaces offer more than elbow room\nSo, you want to be unemployed? 7 tips for aspiring entrepreneurs\nLessons gained from starting my own brokerage\nMany homebuyers will be priced out of the market in 2022\nby Matt Carter Jan 19\n22 must-have real estate tech tools for agents in 2022\nby Jimmy Burgess Jan 14\nJessica LaMar was 1 of the 10,000s of Americans to launch a real estate career in 2021. Here's her story\nby Marian McPherson Jan 19\nHow to build a productive, long-lasting real estate team\nSponsored Content by Katherine Mechling\nA eulogy for the (fun) open house\nby Jim Dalrymple II Today 2:00 A.M.\nHow to choose a brokerage to work for\nby Craig C. Rowe Jan 25\n9 ways to help buyers compete in an all-cash world\nby Cara Ameer Jan 19\nYour message to was sent.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Google developing SDK to make Android the standard for wearables\nJordan Novet@jordannovet\t March 9, 2014 12:40 PM\nAbove: Google's Android Chief Sundar Pichai\nImage Credit: Dylan Tweney\/VentureBeat\nGoogle wants to make it easier for lots of wearables to run on the Android operating system.\nIn about two weeks, the tech giant will release an Android software-development kit (SDK) for wearable devices. This comes from Sundar Pichai, Google's senior vice president of Android, Chrome, and apps, today at South by Southwest in Austin, Texas.\n\"We'll lay out a vision for developers as to how we'll see this market working,\" Pichai said, according to a report from The Verge.\nSure, Google has turned out the Glass wearable device, but lots of other companies, like OnBeep or Vuzix, have been working on wearables, too. They might be running different operating systems. So developers writing apps on those operating systems are essentially working in isolation, not inside a common ecosystem.\nWearables will be a big topic of discussion at our upcoming VentureBeat Mobile Summit on April 14 to April 15 at Cavallo Point Resort in Sausalito, Calif. It's an invite-only gathering of 180 top mobile executives.\nA common SDK could lighten the burden on wearable makers to do everything on their own.\n\"We want to develop a set of common protocols by which they can work together,\" Pichai said in The Verge report.\nAt the same time, the move could turn Google into the enabler of a wearable platform, just as it's made Android a common platform for mobile phones and tablets, alongside Apple. Perhaps Apple will want to cook up a wearable SDK of its own soon, to keep Google from running away with wearable market.","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Leaving Cars Behind, Seniors Find Streets Inhospitable\nA recent poll conducted by AARP finds that Americans over the age of 50 are cutting down on car trips due to rising gas prices, but are finding public infrastructure, or lack thereof, to be an obstacle.\nAlmost one of every three people (29%) polled say they are now walking\nas a way to avoid high gas prices. But as those people set out to walk,\nalmost 40% of the 50+ population say they do not have adequate\nsidewalks in their neighborhoods. Additionally, 44% say they do not\nhave nearby public transportation that is accessible. Almost half (47%)\nof poll responders say they cannot cross the main roads safely \u2013 4 in\n10 pedestrian fatalities are over the age of 50.\nStill, 40 percent of poll respondents say they have walked, biked, or taken public transit more frequently since gasoline prices began trending upward. More than half, 54 percent, say they would use alternate modes of transportation if conditions were improved.\nAs older New Yorkers can attest, impediments to car-free mobility are not exclusive to suburbs and exurbs. Washington, DC, for example, ranks ninth \u2014 better than Arizona but worse than Florida \u2014 in pedestrian fatalities among those over age 65, according to AARP. (New York state is third worst, behind Hawaii and Alaska.)\nWith some 35 million members, AARP is a formidable lobby. As a member of the National Complete Streets Coalition and backer of legislation that would steer federal funds toward making roadways accessible to all users, it promises to be a player in next year's big transportation appropriations bill.\nPhoto: Tuan Phan\/Flickr\nFiled Under: Bicycle Infrastructure, Bike\/Ped, Elderly & Disabled, Gas Prices, Pedestrian safety, Transit, Transportation Policy\nStudy: Most Car Owners Wish They Didn't Have to Drive\nBy Kea Wilson\t| Mar 19, 2020\nMost people who get behind the wheel every day don't want to be there, a new survey shows.\nMillennials Will Drive More As They Age, But Still Less Than Their Parents\nBy Tanya Snyder\t| May 14, 2013\nAt some point over the past few years, a lot of my friends started moving to Silver Spring and Takoma Park and Falls Church. These inner-ring, transit-connected suburbs of DC are still far less compact and walkable than the neighborhoods my friends moved from. So they bought cars. Why did they do this? They're entering [\u2026]\nOp-Ed: Fed Transport Policy Undermines Climate Progress\nBy Emily Mangan\t| Sep 18, 2019\nDemocrats and Republicans remain deeply committed to antiquated policy that undermines any action we take on climate change: spending billions to build new highways, encouraging more and more driving.\nNRDC Poll: Americans Support New Transit Twice as Much as New Roads\nBy Tanya Snyder\t| Sep 12, 2012\nWhen asked what would solve traffic problems in their community, 42 percent of Americans say more transit. Only 20 percent say more roads. And 21 percent would like to see communities developed that don't require so much driving. Two-thirds support local planning that guides new development into existing cities and near public transportation. That's the [\u2026]\n\"Crisis\" Mode AAA Urges Panicked Drivers to Take Transit\nBy Brad Aaron\t| Apr 23, 2008\nDrivers, elected officials and the Daily News are freaking out as city gas prices hit $4 a gallon. The hysteria has reached such a pitch that AAA New York is doing the unthinkable, advising drivers to reduce consumption. It costs so much to fuel up that the American Automobile Association is urging its members [\u2026]\nCalling on Fans of Transit: Get in the Game\nBy Rob Perks\t| Oct 19, 2012\nRob Perks is the transportation advocacy director at the Natural Resources Defense Council. As someone who commutes to work on the Metro, I'm a big fan of public transportation. Earlier this week, as I was persusing the sports section of the Washington Post, I read a great story about a super fan. His name is Joel [\u2026]","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Browse > Home \/ News from Scotland \/ Navy and Notre Dame finally crossed paths in 1914.\nNavy and Notre Dame finally crossed paths in 1914.\nTaken from Irish Central:\nWithout Navy, Notre Dame may not still exist\nWithout Navy, Notre Dame may not still exist. In spite of its on field success, Notre Dame fell on hard times in World War II. The school's population dwindled to a depression era number of 2,623 students in 1943 and a 20 percent reduction in five years led to stark financial problems for the school.\nThen the Navy came to Notre Dame's rescue.\nAccording to Notre Dame president Hugh O'Donnell, the school \"offered all of the facilities of this institution to the government. In April of 1943 the V-7 Indoctrination School was created and the first group of 900 men, all college graduates enlisted for one month as apprentice seamen.\" [PNDP 30-Mi-02; \"Notre Dame's Naval ROTC Unit,\" Notre Dame, Fall 1959].\nThe late Notre Dame Vice President, Emeritus Joyce, also shared the same sentiments of Navy's importance to the school. \"All I can say is without the Navy during the war, this institution would have gotten down to a few hundred students.\n\"Instead of that, we were almost twice our normal size during the war, and we were able to contribute something to the Navy.\"\nThe navy signed a contract with the South Bend-situated school at the time, guaranteeing $487,711 for its infrastructure needs and administrative expenses.\nNotre Dame has never forgotten Navy's kindness and support in its time of dire need. In fact, in the 1950s and 60s when colleges across the country en masse were ending their ROTC programs, Notre Dame stood by Navy and allowed its University to serve as a base for college naval recruits.\nThese warm mutual feelings are put aside when Navy and Notre Dame face off on the gridiron. Reverend Emerald Joyce said it best, \"Gee, I wish the Navy would win \u2014 but not this year.\"\nThe relationship of course stretches back much further. Pre-World War I, both schools were planting the early seeds of their respective college football programs. In 1887, Notre Dame was defeated in its first ever game againstMichigan, 8-0, and finished its first three seasons with a respectable 31-15-4 (though some of these victories were notched against high school teams).\nIts identity was shaped in these formative years as it is commonly believed Notre Dame was given its nickname by a rowdy group of Northwestern fans shouting \"Kill the Fighting Irish. Kill the Fighting Irish\" during halftime of a game in 1899.\nAs Notre Dame was off to an auspicious start, Navy threw its helmet into the ring and in 1890 began its football program against Army.\nPlaying inWest Point, the Midshipmen got off to a winning start by blanking the Black Knights 24-0 in what would be the first of a record straight 112 annual games.\nThe Midshipmen sunk the Fighting Irish under coach Jesse Harper 20-6 in its inaugural game. This would be a rare loss for the blue and gold that lead the all-time series 71-12-1 and once reeled off a record 43 straight wins against the Midshipmen.\nHow Navy saved Notre Dame after World War II \u2013 the team's shared histories\nEmeraldIsle Classichas roots all the way back to 1914\nBy BRYAN FITZGERALD,Irish Central Staff Writer\nPublished Friday, August 31, 2012, Read more: http:\/\/www.irishcentral.com\/sport\/How-Navy-saved-Notre-Dame-after-World-War-II\u2013the-teams-shared-histories-168127246.html#ixzz258Ks2BV7\nWritten by Janet \u00b7 Filed Under News from Scotland","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Watch Pakistani TV Channels Online via Internet\n\u2605 TV Channels\nWatch Pakistani and Indian TV Channels and radio stations online. Free and paid internet TV available.\nActress Trannum\nHer face (like Ghazala) was resembled with Zeba and she also...\nActor Asif Raza Mir\nFirst film: Prince (Urdu - 1978) Asif was son of Pakistan's...\nActor Moammar Rana\nFirst film: Kuriyon ko daley dana (1996) Moammar Ranas seco...\nSinger Aamir Saleem\nAamir Saleem (Urdu: \u0639\u0627\u0645\u0631 \u0633 ...\nComedian Azhar Rangeela\nFirst film: ?? Choorian...\nActress Bushra Ansari\nBushra Ansari, of course, is one of the most versatile perfo...\nActress Khusboo\nDespite being a beautiful actress and a well played role in ...\nListen BBC Asian Network Radio Live\nOther Online Links to listen BBC Asian Network Live: BBC Asian Network\nBBC Asian Network is a BBC national radio station orientated towards British Asian life, culture and music in the UK and other topics from a British Asian perspective targeting British Asians aged under 35, while also aspiring towards a broader appeal among all interested in British Asian life whether Asian or not, regardless of age.\nBased in St Nicholas Place, Leicester, England with programmes also coming from Mailbox studios at BBC Birmingham and BBC Television Centre, London; it broadcasts nationally on DAB and digital TV via satellite, cable, IPTV and Freeview; locally on AM in parts of the English Midlands 24 hours a day and sometimes in some parts of Yorkshire, Lancashire, South East England and Hertfordshire locally: How to Listen.\nIn more recent years online streaming, Listen Again and podcast options have been introduced on the main site for many of the station's programmes.\nBBC Asian Network studio at The Mailbox shopping centre, Birmingham.\nIn 1977 BBC Radio Leicester, in recognition of the growth of the importance and size of the South Asian population in Leicester, introduced a daily show aimed primarily at that community in the city; its popularity was remarkable, beyond anything anticipated, at one point the audience consisted of 67 per cent of the South Asian community in Leicester. In 1979, BBC WM, the BBC radio station for the Midlands, followed Leicester's lead and introduced a similar daily show.\nBy 1988, plans had been laid for shared South Asian programmes across the Midlands, on the AM frequencies of Radio Leicester and BBC WM, and on 30 October 1988 The Asian Network was launched on BBC WM and BBC Radio Leicester with a combined output of 70 hours per week.\nIn 1996 the station was relaunched as 'The BBC Asian Network with its own AM Frequencies in the Midlands. The Editor of the station was Vijay Sharma who is now Managing Editor of the station. The first show on the national station was Presented by Sonia Deol, the programme head was Ishfaq Ahmed who remained with the station through its growth until 2007.\nBBC Asian Network goes national\nBy 2000, the station's output had shifted focus from the Midlands to the UK as a whole, and the station became a truly national network on Monday 28 October 2002 when it was relaunched for the DAB Digital Radio system.\nIn January 2006, the BBC announced that they were investing an extra \ufffd1m in the BBC Asian Network, and increasing the number of full-time staff by 30% in a bid to make British South Asian interests 'a mainstream part of the corporation's output' . The internal structure management structure of the station changed with Bob Shennan the former head of 5Live taking over as controller and a number of new Assistant Editors being appointed.\n2006 schedule changes\nIn April 2006 the first wave of schedule changes were introduced with further changes coming into effect on 14 May and 21 May with weekend changes occurring from 17 June as outlined in the following BBC Press Office Links. Markie Mark became Head of Music at the BBC Asian Network:\nThe New Schedule\nSymbol change\nIn August 2007, the Asian Network received a new logo as part of a general re-brand of all national BBC stations.[citation needed]\nManagement 2008\nController of Radio 1, 1Xtra and Asian Network; Andy Parfitt. Head of Asian Network: Vijay Sharma. Head of Programmes: Husain Husaini. Network Manager: Mike Curtis. Head of Music: Mark Strippel. Head of News; Kevin Silverton\nCompetition Voting Irregularities\nIn 2007 a number of irregularities in competitions on British television and radio programmes were the subject of intense press and parliamentary discussion, in the Autumn of 2007 it was discovered that some breaches of editorial guidelines on voting had occurred on some competitions on the Film Cafe programme on 17 February 2007 in which audience voting decisions had been overruled by an undisclosed member of the production staff, one time by mistake, and another time because the winner was not available to appear on the show. The BBC announced that appropriate measures to deal with such issues had since been taken.\nProgrammes and presenters\nThe BBC Asian Network features a generally regular schedule of programming in English and South Asian Languages. Many Programmes are named after the usual presenter, programmes are presented in English except where noted otherwise.\nCurrent programmes sharing presenter names\nNikki Bedi (Weekday Lunchtimes).\nJas Rao.\nNihal (The morning phone in programme.\nAdil Ray (Drivetime).\nBobby Friction (The Station 'Flagship' music show)\nTommy Sandhu (Weekend Breakfast Show).\nLove Bollywood every Saturday and Sunday consisting of News about Bollywood films and other related matters.\nMusic Programmes on the BBC Asian Network - Music in various styles and in English and in various South Asian Languages\nRegional Language Programmes on the BBC Asian Network in Mirpuri, Bengali, Gujarati, Punjabi and in Hindi and Urdu\nDevotional Music in various languages on weekdays and Devotional Sounds - Islam\/Hindu\/Sikh on weekends in various languages.\nSilver Street\nBBC Asian Network - Special News Reports\nCurrent programme staff\nAdil Ray\nAmeet Chana\nAnwarul Hoque\nAshwini Malhi\nBobby Friction\nChangis Raja\nDev Parmar\nDipps Bhamrah\nDJ Kayper\nGagan Grewal\nKanwal Qazi\nNeelu Kalsi\nNerm\nNihal\nNikki Bedi\nNoreen Khan\nRaj & Pablo\nJas Rao\nRavinder Kundra\nRozina Sini\nSanjay Sharma\nShawkat Hashmi\nSonia Deol\nTommy Sandhu\nZarina Khan\nSanjiv Buttoo\nNikesh Rughani\nDeepak Patel\nGurvinder Aujla\nLeah Gooding\nNasser Hanif\nRahila Bano\nMayur Bhanji\nKamlesh Purohit\nMaimuna Kazi\nSabin Alderwish\nSuki Padda\nRahul Tandon\nAdam Pasternicki\nFormer presenters\nSameena Ali-Khan\nMike Allbut - former T20 presenter and prior to that of the Saturday mid-morning show.\nNavinder Bhogal\nAmanda Hussain\nAasmah Mir - more noted as a BBC Radio 5 Live Live News Reader and presenter and columnist in the Sunday Herald covered one fortnight in April 2006 on what had been the Sonia Deol show from 09:00 to 12:00 during schedule changes and has also presented the BBC Asian Network Report in the past.\nMeera Trevedi\nAnita Rani\nFormer Programmes\nFilm Cafe every Saturday which consisted of Film News presented by Raj & Pablo, both Film Cafe and Amanda Hussein were replaced by the new four hour programme Love Bollywood in Spring 2007.\nAmanda Hussein which consisted of News, Music and Entertainment presented by Amanda Hussein, which replaced Weekend Breakfast which she had also been one of the presenters on (Initially called Hot Breakfast that had been presented by successively by Nikki Bedi, Anita Rani and finally Tazeen Ahmad).\nTechnical Requirements to Listen Radio Online","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}
{"text":"Insights\/\nMorrison v. Nat'l Australia Bank Ltd.: The Supreme Court Rejects Extraterritoriality\nPaul B. Stephan\nFor more than forty years, U.S. courts have applied the antifraud provisions of federal securities law to actors and transactions operating outside the United States. In Morrison v. Nat'l Australia Bank Ltd.,[1] decided on June 24, 2010, the Supreme Court gave a firm and unambiguous rebuke to this practice. It is not enough, the Court stated, that international law may permit such regulation. Rather, Congress must clearly indicate that it wants U.S. law to apply to securities transactions in foreign markets. Shortly thereafter, Congress effectively confirmed this result. In the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, enacted on June 21,[2] Congress authorized only the U.S. government and the Securities and Exchange Commission, and not private investors, to bring suit with respect to foreign transactions.\nSince 1991, the Court has applied a strong presumption against extraterritoriality to force Congress, rather than the judiciary, to manage the risk that U.S.-prescribed rules might conflict with those of other sovereigns. None of its previous cases, however, have overturned such longstanding and extensive lower-court precedent. A petition for certiorari currently before the Court may give it the opportunity to decide next year whether its approach in Morrison applies to the Alien Tort Statute, which the lower courts have embraced as a means for addressing human rights violations.\nI. The Lower Courts and Extraterritorial Federal Securities Regulation\nSection 10(b) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 provides that it is unlawful to use, in connection with the purchase or sale of a security, \"any manipulative or deceptive device or contrivance\" in contravention of rules promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).[3] SEC Rule 10b-5 in turn prohibits fraud, including making untrue statements of material facts or omitting to state a material fact that is necessary to make a statement not misleading.[4] Neither the legislation nor the regulations provide expressly for a right of private persons to sue for compensation when a violation of these rules causes an injury, but since the 1960s the federal courts have assumed that this right exists.\nU.S. securities legislation also does not indicate whether Section 10(b) applies outside the territory of the United States, aside from a generic reference to interstate commerce that comprises foreign commerce. But beginning in 1968, a line of Second Circuit cases determined that participants in securities transactions could sue for injury resulting from activities taking place outside the United States, if those activities either have a substantial effect on the value of securities traded in the United States, or if substantial conduct in the United States contributes to a foreign fraudulent scheme.[5] Without exception, the other circuits adopted the Second Circuit's approach, although slight variations in detail emerged. Thus, for more than forty years, U.S. courts have allowed persons injured by foreign activity to bring suits under Rule 10b-5, if they could satisfy either the effects or conduct test.\nU.S. regulation of foreign transactions that have an effect on the U.S. economy has been controversial internationally. Beginning in 1945, U.S. courts allowed the Justice Department to sue under the antitrust laws in cases that met the effects test.[6] Australia, Canada, and many European countries, among others, objected specifically to the application of U.S. antitrust law to activity taking place on their territory, and to the effects test in general. They argued that, under international law, a sovereign's power to prescribe rules of conduct was limited to its territory or to its subjects. By the end of the 1980s, however, many countries had come to embrace the effects test as a necessary complement to national economic regulation operating in the context of a global economy. Some still worried about U.S. litigation, however, in part because other countries do not normally allow private suits to enforce public regulation, and in part because aspects of U.S. litigation such as class actions, contingency fees, jury rights, extensive pretrial discovery, and punitive damages seem friendlier to plaintiffs than the procedural rules that apply to civil litigation elsewhere in the world.\nII. The Morrison Decision\nThis dispute arose out of the purchase of HomeSide, a Florida-based mortgage servicing company by National, an Australian bank. After three years of apparent prosperity, HomeSide's business collapsed, and National wrote down the value of the company on its books by more than $ 2 billion. Investors who had purchased National stock before the write-down brought suit against National, HomeSide, and top executives in both companies, claiming that they had covered up news of the losses and thus propped up the price of National stock fraudulently. The district court dismissed the suit, and the Second Circuit affirmed. The Second Circuit noted that the case involved only foreign plaintiffs, securities issued by a foreign company, and transactions in those securities that took place exclusively in a foreign country. Rather than relying directly on these three factors, however, it instead applied a balancing test and determined that the heart of the alleged conspiracy involved a cover-up that took in place in Australia. This center-of-gravity approach dictated dismissal of the suit.\nThe Supreme Court unanimously affirmed the result, but the majority opinion, written by Justice Scalia, strongly repudiated the lower court's reasoning. In 1991, the Court had restated a presumption against extraterritoriality, which puts the burden on Congress to clearly indicate when it wanted its rules to apply to foreign conduct.[7] That presumption, Scalia wrote, applies to the federal securities laws, notwithstanding the longstanding lower court practice to the contrary. The Court also rejected several arguments made by the Solicitor General as amicus curiae in favor of inferring from the language of the securities laws that Congress expected Section 10(b) to operate outside the United States. Accordingly, the Court ruled that the antifraud rules apply only to transactions involving securities that trade on U.S. exchanges or transactions where ownership of securities changes hands in the United States.\nCongressional reaction to the decision was immediate and for the most part supportive. Less than twenty-four hours after the Court handed down its decision, a conference committee completed work on the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. The bill reported out of conference authorizes the Justice Department and the SEC to bring suits alleging violations of the securities laws with respect to foreign transactions, if there exists \"conduct within the United States that constitutes significant steps in furtherance of the violation, or if conduct occurring outside the United States [had] foreseeable substantial effect within the United States.\"[8] The bill also directs the SEC to study the possibility of extraterritorial enforcement of the securities laws through private litigation.[9] These amendments, which Congress enacted July 15, make clear that, as to private suits such as the Morrison litigation, the restrictions read into the securities laws by the Supreme Court remain in effect.\nIII. Implications\nMorrison represents one more step, although an especially dramatic one, in the Supreme Court's effort to shift the responsibility for managing international regulatory conflicts from the judiciary to Congress. Rather than reading legislation as reaching the full range of transactions permitted under \"prevailing notions of international comity,\" the Court left it to Congress to indicate how much of its extraterritorial regulatory authority it wishes to exercise.[10] Because any extraterritorial regulation has the potential to fray international relations, the Morrison majority insisted on applying a sweeping rule categorically barring the courts from entering into the field without clear congressional authorization. Regulatory gaps that result must await further legislative action.\nMorrison also offers the latest evidence of the Court's skepticism of private litigation in aid of public regulation. The Solicitor General had argued that a refusal to extend the securities laws extraterritorially would create a risk that the United States might become a safe refuge for malefactors operating in foreign markets.[11] The Court responded that,\n[w]hile there is no reason to believe that the United States has become the Barbary Coast for those perpetrating frauds on foreign securities markets, some fear that it has become the Shangri-La of class-action litigation for lawyers representing those allegedly cheated in foreign securities markets.[12]\nEarlier, in an antitrust case, the Court had indicated that a reading of the statutory standing provision so as to exclude certain foreign victims in cases where the United States still had authority to bring suit was consistent with the broader purposes of the regulatory scheme.[13] In both cases, the Court acknowledged the possibility that U.S. rules might produce too much deterrence of business behavior that might not cause any social harm, but could be confused with actionable conduct.\nFinally, one must wonder what Morrison implies about other statutes. An area where the issue is likely to arise involves the so-called Alien Tort Statute,[14] the ancient law that the Supreme Court in Sosa v. Alvarez-Machain interpreted as providing some basis for lawsuits brought by aliens for violations of international law.[15] The Justice Department in several briefs has argued that the presumption against extraterritoriality applies to this statute.[16] Scholarly support exists for the argument that Congress adopted this statute to provide a remedy for breaches of international law for which the United States ultimately might be held responsible, which would rule out its application to actions undertaken by or on behalf of foreign states on another sovereign's territory.[17] With at least one petition for certiorari raising this question currently before the Court, it is possible that we will learn in the near future whether Morrison extends this far.[18]\nPaul B. Stephan, an ASIL member, is co-chair of the ASIL International Law in Domestic Courts Interest Group, and John C. Jeffries, Jr. Distinguished Professor of Law and Elizabeth D. and Richard A. Merrill Professor of Law, University of Virginia.\nAbout the ASIL International Law in Domestic Courts Interest Group\nThe purpose of the International Law in Domestic Courts Interest Group is to promote informal, face-to-face dialogue among scholars who are interested in issues pertaining to the application of international law and foreign relations law in domestic courts. The Group convenes a meeting once a year, generally in the fall or winter, to provide an opportunity for interested scholars to present works-in-progress and exchange ideas in an informal atmosphere.\nTo join this Interest Group's discussion forum, see its Group documents, and access other members' only features, login or join ASIL.\n[1] Morrison v. Australia Nat'l Bank Ltd., No. 08-1191 (U.S. June 24, 2010), available at http:\/\/www.supremecourt.gov\/opinions\/09pdf\/08-1191.pdf.\n[2] Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, H.R. 4173 (2010), available at http:\/\/financialservices.house.gov\/singlepages.aspx?NewsID=3&RBID=775.\n[3] 15 U.S.C. \u00a7 78j.\n[4] 17 C.F.R. \u00a7 240.10b-5 (2009).\n[5] See Schoenbaum v. Firstbrook, 405 F.2d 200 (2d Cir. 1968); Leasco Data Processing Equip. Corp. v. Maxwell, 468 F.2d 1326 (2d Cir. 1972); Bersch v. Drexel Firestone, Inc., 519 F.2d 974 (2d Cir. 1975); IIT v. Vencap, Ltd., 519 F.2d 1001 (2d Cir. 1975). All of these opinions aside from Schoenbaum were written by Henry Friendly, perhaps the most widely admired court of appeals judge of his generation.\n[6] United States v. Aluminum Co. of Am., 148 F.2d 416 (2d Cir. 1945).\n[7] EEOC v. Arabian Am. Oil Co., 499 U.S. 244 (1991).\n[8] Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, H.R. Rep. 111-517, \u00a7 929P(b). Similar language appeared in the House version of the bill, but not in the Senate version.\n[9] Id. \u00a7 929Y. This provision appeared for the first time in the conference version.\n[10] Morrison, No. 08-1191, slip op. at 23.\n[11] Brief of the United States as Amicus Curiae, Morrison v. Australia Nat'l Bank Ltd., No. 08-1191, slip op. at 16-17.\n[12] Morrison, No. 08-1191, slip op. at 21-22.\n[13] F. Hoffman-La Roche Ltd. v. Empagran S.A., 542 U.S. 155, 169 (2004).\n[14] 28 U.S.C. \u00a7 1350. This statute is the codified version of language included in Section 9 of the Judiciary Act of 1789. Courts and scholars have characterized it variously as the Alien Tort Statute and the Alien Tort Claims Act, but Congress itself never bestowed a name on this hotly contested provision.\n[15] 542 U.S. 692 (2004).\n[16] See, e.g., Brief of the United States as Amicus Curiae in Support of Petitioners, Am. Motors Isuzu, Inc. v. Ntsebeza, No. 07-919, slip op. at 12-16.\n[17] See, e.g., Thomas H. Lee, The Safe-Conduct Theory of the Alien Tort Statute, 106 COLUM L. REV. 830 (2006) (explaining that this theory is, like most things associated with the Alien Tort Statute, controversial).\n[18] Conditional Cross-Petition of Talisman Energy, Inc. for a Writ of Certiorari, Talisman Energy, Inc. v. Presbyterian Church of Sudan, No. 09-1418 (U.S. Sept. 27, 2010).\nASIL Insights Home\nCopyright by The American Society of International Law\nThe purpose of ASIL Insights is to provide concise, objective, and timely background for recent developments of interest to the international community. The American Society of International Law does not take positions on substantive issues, including the ones discussed in ASIL Insights. Educational and news media copying is permitted with due acknowledgement.\nThe Insights Editorial Board consists of Richard C. Chen, Christian De Vos, Sonia E. 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{"text":"Dior Beauty's 3rd 'The Art of Color' Photography & Visual Arts Awards Go Digital & Recognizes 14 Young Talents\nArt, News\nFor its third edition\u2014and in partnership with Luma Arles and the \u00c9cole National Sup\u00e9rieure de la Photographie in Arles\u2014this year's Dior Photography and Visual Arts Award for Young Talents, 'The Art of Color,' recognized 14 individuals. The 11 Laureates and three Jury Mentions were given the theme called 'Face to Face,' creating works representing their interpretations of the theme. Instead of revealing these works in Arles this month, they instead were revealed in a digital exhibition on the Dior Beauty and Luma Arles Instagram accounts, as well as the Luma Arles website.\nDouble Identit\u00e9 by Pamela Tulizo\nPhoto Credit: Pamela Tulizo, with authorisation of use for Parfums Christian Dior\nThe 11 Laureates are as follows:\nAlex Avgud, Royal Academy of Arts (The Hague, The Netherlands)\u2014Photography\nEugenia Erendira Gomez Espinosa, Centro de la Imagen (Mexico City, Mexico)\u2014Photography & Video\nLi Hanwei, Shanghai Institute of Visual Arts (Shanghai, China)\u2014Photography & Video\nIzabela Jurcewicz, International Center of Photography (New York, USA)\u2014Photography\nTatsuki Katayama, Kyoto University of the Arts (Kyoto, Japan)\u2014Video\nSeunghoon Lee, Chung-ing University (Seoul, South Korea)\u2014Photography\nLoretta Mulders, Royal Academy of Arts (The Hague, The Netherlands)\u2014Photography\nPrune Phi, \u00c9cole Nationale Sup\u00e9rieure de la Photographie (Arles, France)\u2014Photography\nPamela Tulizo, Market Photo Workshop (Johannesburg, South Africa)\u2014Photography\nBowei Yang, Royal College of Art (London, United Kingdom)\u2014Photography\nLingxi Yuan, California Institute of the Arts (Los Angeles, USA)\u2014Video\nPamela Tulizo\nPhoto Credit: Parfums Christian Dior\nThe three Jury Mentions are as follows:\nTakunori Kamiya, Kyoto University of the Arts (Kyoto, Japan)\u2014Photography\nAnna Maria Krezel, Academy of Fine Arts (Leipzig, Germany)\u2014Photography\nHaiguang Li, Academy of Fine Arts (Leipzig, Germany)\u2014Video\nLouis Vuitton Opens 3rd Men's Las Vegas Location At Bellagio\nGucci Takes Digital Fashion Shows To The Next Level With\n\"Uninterrupted\" Private Art Show By Jonlouis\nWorld's Largest Public Art Fair Fills Art Basel Void\nPAMM Reopens This Weekend With New Exhibition","meta":{"redpajama_set_name":"RedPajamaCommonCrawl"}}