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"..and a video game set in the gang world where the winning strategy would require getting characters to abandon their thuggish ways."
really? really???
@Morani ya Simba it is also clear that extremism rises in economic hardship
That may be a significant source of the foot soldiers of extremism. But, to an amazing degree, the founders and leaders of such groups come from relatively affluent backgrounds. I saw that in the late 1960s at university -- the leaders of all of the radical groups were guys (almost invariably men) who were on full Mommy-Daddy scholarships. And they spent most of their time working, working hard, to trash the system provided their own money, and which allowed them the leisure to be radical -- without personal financial consequences. See also that child of priviledge bin Laden.
I'm not sure how far that extends to normal urban gangs. But it sure seems to be a pattern for anything larger than a single neighborhood/city organization.
Hmm, clearly a very important topic. I think the seminal work on this is still "The true believer" by Eric Hoffer. But it is also clear that extremism rises in economic hardship where people take on more of a "us vs them" tribal mentality and thus, while not joining the violent actors, have greater sympathy for their motives.
Something else extremists have in common: they all wear silly hats. The more outlandish the head gear the more twisted is their thought pattern.
Think about it. It is a pretty Universal rule.
@jouris, " it is also clear that extremism rises in economic hardship
That may be a significant source of the foot soldiers of extremism. But, to an amazing degree, the founders and leaders of such groups come from relatively affluent backgrounds."
I completely agree. There will always be reasonably bright but deeply dissatisfied "idealists" on behalf of their God, race, nation etc, so "wanna be" leaders will always be there. Furthermore, they will gain tremendously, in prestige, fame, power, financial support etc, from the rise of an extremist movement. The foot soldier will not. Ultimately it is probably better to hold down a real job and raise a family than to run around and yell angry slogans.
Extremism is always on offer. Hard times give it a market.
Both groups are composed of beast-people who need the thin veneer of some belief system to "authorize" their blood-lust.
Seriously, just think about your average packers fan.
no immigration = no western jihadis / no go zones = no skinheads
The solution for both also begin at the root.
"Abu Muntasir, the head of an Islamic charity in Britain, argues that many jihadists are responding to real injustices in the world."
Wasn't that Hitler's line for Nazi Germany?
Oh yeah. I remember this episode of Maury Povich. It was a good one.
Nothing more than a publicity stunt by Google. No actual solutions.
Gee those skinheads have a lot of catching up to do to get their body count numbers up if they want to compete in the same league as their jihadist rivals. Wonder if The Economist will see them as much of a muchness then in the ( unlikely ) event of that happening
'jouris' and 'Morani..'
On the subject of economic hardship:
Yes, economic hardship is bad and often causes social upheavals. Societies should work hard towards economic justice. But is it inevitable that economic hardship should cause people to blow up buses and planes or fly them into buildings?
What about hardships, other than economic, many individuals and groups experience? This item speaks of some former extremists feeling unhappy over their national or ethnic identity. Disabled people, those that suffer at the mere thought of thousands of abortions taking place in their countries and so on.
Hardships are hardships, economic or otherwise. Terrorism and killings of all and sundry can never be justified by the hardships we all go through.
Many posters agree with the "economic hardship" mentioned in the article. I disagree. Most leaders of such groups are well to do or wealthy. Osama bin laden for example. Most use a "religious" tactic to enlist and motivate the clans. A good current example are the "global warmers" who base their belief on an unproven IPCC theory of "anthropogenic CO2 causes global warming", whereas most of the research has been proven, flawed, at best. "Warmers" will not debate climate scientists and have not even attended the six climate science conferences sponsored by the Heartland Institute, although they have an open invitation. Even media which support the warmers do not report facts which contradict the theory.
I never understood W's "They hate us for our freedoms" argument.
What freedoms was he talking about? The freedom to choose between a pat-down and an invasive body scan at the airport? The freedom to pay a 15% tip or 20% for bad service and lousy food at a restaurant? The freedom to enjoy gratuitous violence yet nary a nipple? The freedom to live in some of America's finest parks once your home has been foreclosed upon? The freedom to go deep into debt just to get an education? The freedom to choose between different medical procedures on a basis of affordability alone?
To make certain that governments have more funds in these difficult de-leveraging times to cope why not just use a few millions to finally definitively put the last nail in the IPCC hoax of "anthropogenic CO2 causes global warming" and reveal the supporters and media that support it for what they truly are? A much easier task and it could be done in no time at all. Mind you, Google may have to eat a huge helping of crow (or IPCC reports?).
"One dog less"
What extremists may have forgotten is this:
As humans, each of us is a moral being with rights and responsibilities.
We should fight for justice, YES. But we should also think about the age old maxim:
An entrepreneurs approach to solving social problems. At the end of the day, this 'soft' approach may prove far more effective than the "war on terror".
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Today's headline involves a match made in TV heaven, which is some thirty years in the making. Actress Jackée Harry, often known as simply Jackée, has just booked the Girl Meets World pilot.
As you know, the Disney pilot, which has yet to be officially picked up, is a sequel to the popular ABC series Boy Meets World. In Girl Meets World we re-visit Cory, acted by Ben Savage and Topanga, acted by Danielle Fishel, who are now married with children. The show proposes to center on the couple's daughter.
Well, another TV legend will appear in the pilot, reports the Huffington Post. It's Jackée! The jury is still out on what role she's playing.
Before we learned this latest development, the biggest news for the pilot was that Mr. Feeny actor, William Daniels would also appear in the pilot!
Jackée is best known for roles on Sister, Sister and 227. It's been over ten years since Boy Meets World stopped filming, but it has been well over twenty years since 227 premiered. She has also appeared on Everybody Hates Chris and a funny spoof short called Nurse Jackée.
The cool news reminds me that two other 227 alums reunited not too long ago on the set of Southland, when the gritty cop show regular Regina King, who plays Detective Lydia Adams, interviewed a witness, the mother of a suspect with dementia, acted by 227 actress Marla Gibbs. Gibbs played King's mother on 227. The episode was part of Southland's 4th season. It was a very cute TV moment. Season 5 check's out this week.
The rest of the Girl Meets World cast are Rowan Blanchard in the staring role as Riley Matthews, Sabrina Carpenter as Riley's best friend Maya Fox, Teo Halm as Riley's older brother Elliott Matthews, Peyton Meyer as Tristan Friar, a cute boy at school, and Corey Fogelmanis as Shamus Farkle, a somewhat nerdy boy at school.

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UNIVERSITY PARK — The plan to tackle pitcher Erelle Sowers to kick off a jubilant postgame celebration was in place long before Souderton shortstop Missy Wiley fired the ball to first baseman Haley DeLany for the final out in Friday's PIAA Class AAAA softball title game against Lower Dauphin.
"After the second out, I looked at Paige (Shelly) first, and then I looked at Savannah (Bostwick), Morgan (Yoder) and Missy, and it was, 'All right, guys, let's go. We're going to tackle Erelle,' " DeLany said.


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Another Approach to Conventions: Club 2 the MAX
Posted in Manga News on October 19, 2010 by JohannaI don't know anything about this convention beyond its press release, but it's an interesting approach: Club 2 the MAX is promoting a three-day convention for fans with an "interest in Asian music, Animation, and Comics" with no admission charge.
On the plus side, it's a three-day, 24-hour show, July 1-3, 2011, in Anaheim, California. On the minus side, there's the way-stupid too-kewl name, and the use of Comic Sans on the logo. Also, there will be "nominal fees" for certain activities, so it remains to be seen how much is gated and charged for. Depending on your perspective, this might be a plus or minus:
Club 2 the MAX ONLY supports companies that are legally licensed to carry, sell, and distribute official products, merchandise, etc. Club 2 the MAX has a No Tolerance policy for illegal and bootlegged products.
The show is reaching out to exhibitors, plugging their interested fans attracted by "no badge fees". The convention will get $80 a table ($100 in 2011) from artists who want to sell their works. However, exhibitors should bear in mind that an audience attracted by and only interested in what they can get for free may not be the best source of income.
They claim 7,000 people went to their one-day 2010 event. So far, programming is listed as including concerts, cosplay, a cosplay masquerade, and an animaid cafe.
Update: (11/15/10) The convention has changed its name to AM², "Animation, Music and Manga to a Higher Power" and can be found at am2expo.org.
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Here are some interesting facts. This event is scheduled for the same weekend as Anime Expo. It's also in the same general region of California. The company sending out the PR used to be the PR firm for Anime Expo. Their contract was terminated last year.
It looks like someone trying to start up a convention to compete with Anime Expo. I wouldn't be surprised if this convention isn't run by many of the Anime Expo staff that resigned in protest last year.
Now anime fandom has its own convention war drama.
Sounds interesting…but what a terrible name
- Hsifeng
10/24/2010 at 11:40 AMJohanna Says:
"…Also, there will be 'nominal fees' for certain activities, so it remains to be seen how much is gated and charged for…"
2 words: CASH BAR ;)
Also, the website reminded me of those glossy cards used to promote events at nightclubs and raves, and left at music stores, at "alternative" clothing stores, on newspaper racks in colleges, under the windshield wipers of cars parked at earlier events, etc. :)
- Craig
10/26/2010 at 4:16 AMMAX started in 2010 and the name was derived from the event is had M being Eri Mano which was booted from Anime Expo do to some problems with AKB 48, A was Animaid Cafe who were let go of Anime Expo and X was X Japan with the Yoshiki foundation event.
The nominal fees part can't be as AX's hidden ticket fees for concerts, and masquerade which to me added up and extra 60 bucks on top of the 65 i paid for my ticket, but MAX staffers told me it will only be for big events and there will be an all day pass available for alot cheaper. While it does run at the same time as AX realize the PR firm responsible for this was also the firm that god all the big names for the last 6-7 yrs of events and still included this year so now Anime expo has no connections to Japan and its previous CEO upset alot of Japan off, so AX's 20th anniversary will be defiantly interesting
- Craig
11/03/2010 at 5:41 AMill say pretty sad people like to be petty before all the info is released since its not any different from AX last year when they charged extra for every special event on top of the normal ticket.
Club2theMAX will charge only for large special events since its sponsored but its should be a person's right to speak freely but know all the facts as well.
Here is a post about Japan's thought on MAX I honestly doubt anything from backing it will be so bad
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Silver Jews, 'Lookout Mountain, Lookout Sea' (Drag City)
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Like Liz Phair and Bob Dylan, David Berman is a cunning wordsmith who can't really sing. Also like those luminaries, Berman turns weakness to advantage, serving up toe-tapping short stories in a sing-speak deadpan perfectly suited to his oddly good-natured cynicism. "What about the stuff that we quote 'believe'?" he asks on "San Francisco B.C." after his girlfriend lands a man who "moves a lot of concrete on the QVC." Musically, his sixth Silver Jews album is a low-key treat, country-inflected folk rock goosed by melodies that conjure both the Velvet Underground ("Open Field") and Johnny Cash ("Candy Jail").


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Our delightful, newly remodeled beach home in Breakwater Village is the perfect vacation getaway offering spectacular panoramic views of Block Island Sound. Located on the water, the house is just steps away from the association's private, sandy beach. This private neighborhood is ideal for biking, morning walks and evening strolls.
Some of the amenities include: flat screen TV, Wireless Internet access, fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, outdoor shower, BBQ, etc.
Return from a relaxing day at the beach or exploring around town and wind down with a cool drink on your private deck while enjoying a cool ocean breeze and spectacular sunsets from your own private deck. Front lawn leads down to a picturesque rocky beach. Watch the fishing boats and surfers. Perfect spot for fishing, crabbing, swimming, kayaking or just enjoying the breathtaking views. Short walk to Pt Judith Lighthouse.
What a wonderful place to create fantastic summer memories.
- Narragansett is a wonderful oceanfront community with beautiful public beaches, tasty casual and upscale restaurants, shops, arts, etc. It is located on the southeastern coast of Rhode Island, about 15-20 minutes from Newport's fabulous attractions such as the Mansions of Newport and the famous cliff walk.
- Sailing, cycling, scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing, water skiing, golf, surfing, wind-surfing, roller blading, swimming. (around area)
- Block Island is a short ferry ride away and the ferry terminal is close by.
- Providence is approximately a 30 mile drive and is a wonderful city to explore as it is home to Brown University, RI School of Design, outstanding restaurants, the famous downtown Water Fire, beautiful downtown mall, etc.
- Boston is 70 miles, New Haven is 90 miles and NYC is about 150 miles.
- Foxwood's Casino, the MGM Grand, Mohegan Sun Casino and historic Mystic, Connecticut are approximately an hour drive.


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Selling original art has its time and place if people are willing to pay the asking price. The town I am from was hit particularly hard by the recession and has limped on ever since with businesses frequently closing. I've seen high priced original art for sale locally which remains unsold after several years! Taking this into account I realised that to make any kind of profit on an original piece I would first need to cover my time and costs which pushes up the asking price.
This article discusses how you can sell your art by targeting lucrative subject matter in your town, city or local area. Focusing on a niche has several advantages such as providing a manageable business with less competitors, but with plenty of opportunity and a demographic you can give adequate attention to.
Art has a high mark up price given its subjective value in the ideal circumstances, so sticking to a small market means you can conduct research on a regular basis and is a great way to get started. A particular age group or gender narrows things down enabling you to produce something more unique and less generic. Since you will not be trying to appeal to the population at large, you will be able to target your prospects with an effective marketing campaign.
I have always been interested in creating small residual income streams where a large project is undertaken and from which I will benefit further down the line on a regular basis with minimal initial investment. In other words, do the work once and get paid many times over. For the purpose of this article I'll be telling you how, using photos, I created 4000 greetings cards from six illustrated images costing less than £350 using money awarded to me through The Prince's Trust in 2007.
Originals vs prints
Of the six illustrations I created, each took approximately 9 hours, including taking the photographs I copied from. So before I have even considered how much I paid for tools and materials, let alone profit, the cost of my time (based on £7.50 p/h) amounted to a price of £67.50! Even if I did work faster to get this figure down, the retail price would still be ridiculous, plus I would have to keep producing more images to maintain an income. I decided keeping hold of the original illustrations was a much better idea because I could always use them for future projects.How I did it
Here are my tips for creating print reproductions of your original artwork:• Choose a niche market. Christmas time is good as people are willing to buy, making selling easier. Also take into account age range and the income the demographic is likely to have.
• Keep the master images, scan them into the computer at high resolution and use Photoshop to correct any issues.
• Go for a decent volume in production terms. The economy of scale lowers costs and increases turnover.
• Obtain any additional envelopes, wrappers or packaging at the correct dimensions for low cost.
• Come up with a suitable design for business cards and buy a few hundred, or make your own.
• Have an initial local sales outlet in mind.
• ALWAYS price to value and not to just cover costs plus the profit. With art you can raise the retail price higher than you think in the ideal selling circumstances.
• Research and contact local organizations. I targeted my local history society and found out where these people spend their time.
• Be smart in how you establish business relationships. I volunteered a few hours of my time each week at my local museum to help out in the community. I started as a DIY/Handy person and ended up creating my own exhibition and sales space.
• Get a template contract as soon as you are able. It is a mere formality but an important stage and a good habit to have. It protects you, your work, the copyright, any downside and misunderstandings.
• Have your name and contact details clearly displayed on the back of your products.Display the date and copyright © symbol. By default your work is protected by copyright as long as you possess the original images as proof.
• Be prepared to negotiate over sales commission you will give to the business or organization promoting and selling your products. 20% is average and acceptable.
• You can obtain a Pedlar's Licence under the Pedlar's act 1871 where you can sell door to door. The advantage – you keep all the profits by dealing directly with customers.
"Ilkeston Art: Design and Illustration" (From 2007/2008)SECTION 1
The type of business proposal and services to be offeredI am initially proposing to produce a range of six illustrated Christmas cards depicting various local areas in and around Ilkeston. I am qualified as a graphic designer and want to use my creative abilities for my own endeavours.
Method of operation
I have created the original illustrations in my home. They only require correct reproduction/printing.
Location and operating area
I am based in Ilkeston and most of the customers will come from Ilkeston and the surrounding area. Also plan to expand into other areas of illustrations and customers could come from villages and towns in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.
Outline of market and customers
The customers will comprise mainly of middle-ages to elderly people who are looking for something different as a Christmas card and/or are interested in local history, art, the community etc
Statement of viability
There is no other illustrator locally who has produced anything unique or marketable for the local area(s) specifically, apart from one or two fine artists. Due to feedback, research and liaison with local organisations I have found this to be the case.
I own the copyright to the illustrations and will remain in possession of the original artwork and the associated digital files. In addition to myself, the staff of Erewash Museum will assist with the sales of the cards. Their knowledge and expertise of Ilkeston will play a role in the interest and sales generated.Reasons for choice of business
I am qualified as a graphic designer at degree level but have faced challenges finding suitable employment. Since design and illustration are also my hobbies, I felt it appropriate to follow up the profitable opportunity that my work presents. My current status of unemployment is a primary motivating factor as is the fact I see this venture as low investment/low risk.
Personal skills and experience relevant to the proposed business
All my education has revolved around art and design, I spend my free time practising my skills, and on numerous occasions people have made financial offers for various pieces of work I have completed. Also, in 2006 I joined an e-commerce marketing business as a sales and business rep – something which I develop in my spare time. Through their training I have learnt much about business and feel inspired to put my own ideas to good use. The training consists of personal and professional development through a home study course including books and audio literature. I have attended seminars, functions and conventions to broaden my knowledge.
Skills needed in order to achieve an efficient and profitable operation of the new business
Inventory of required equipment and materials- Printed, trimmed, creased and folded greetings cards, of which there are six, on a "true card" (greetings card quality) at least 330gm in thickness.
- As many A6 envelopes as there are cards (4000)
- Posters/adverts/point of sale literature and details
Schedule of available resources
I already have the original illustrations. I also own art materials, a computer, scanning equipment and all the necessary software for setting up the designs for professional print.
Premises requirements, availability, necessary modifications etc
Erewash Museum in Ilkeston town centre has expressed their desire to sell illustrated cards and/or postcards. Their building is open six days a week. No modifications will be necessary as they already have a gift shop with ample space. I also intend to hold some of the stock to sell on as I have received many enquiries from friends, neighbours etc. This way I can charge the retail price.
Personnel requirements
Staff are at the Museum. This has no bearing on the budgetary plan as they are employed by the council or are there voluntarily
Budgetary plan
Erewash Museum have stated that the purchase of the greetings cards will be on a sale or return basis. Expenditure wise I have printing costs, the bulk purchase of A6 greetings cards envelopes, a small sum for some advertising and any unforeseen expenses to consider.
Breakdown analysis and profit forecast
I have initial printing costs and envelopes, but no overheads. Based on a £500 initial capital investment, I estimate the breakeven point will occur after a few hundred sales of cards. Here is an estimate based on a quote for printing costs that I have already obtained from a local firm:
- Four thousand greetings cards, colour, using 330gm true card plus trimming, creasing and delivery is £347.40 - this works out at 0.08685 pence per card
- If I sold the cards to the museum at 60 pence each, with an envelope, the sale of 579 would generate £347.40, covering printing expenses.
- One thousand A6 greetings card envelopes are £26.99 from a Derby stationary wholesaler. Four thousand envelopes are £107.96 exc. Delivery.
- The sale of four thousand cards at 60 pence each minus £107.96 for envelopes is a turnover of £2292.04. Minus £347.40 for printing and an additional £50 such as delivery charges, giving out free samples, advertising or unforeseen costs leaves a profit of £1894.64
- The sale of four thousand cards at £1 each minus £107.96 for envelopes is a turnover of £4000.00. Minus £347.40 for printing and an additional £50 such as delivery charges, giving out free samples, advertising or unforeseen costs leaves a profit of £3494.64
The geographical area in which the business will operate is mainly Ilkeston town centre but there is potential to reach the target audience within a few miles radius if the cards were placed for sale in the correct locations, such as garden centres, art galleries, and gift/crafts shops. All year round in Nottingham for other greetings cards/illustration/artwork shows potential, since it is in the media spotlight concerning urban development and renovations. This presents and opportunity for postcards.
Market research – completed and planned
- What market research has been carried out to date?
- I began casual research last year when I decided to give friends and family unique greetings cards featuring my illustration work. The feedback was good and it was suggested by several people that I produce them and sell them, as nothing like this is available in Ilkeston. They were especially well received with the 50+ group.
- I have since visited the Derbyshire County Council local library, the Erewash Museum, Shipley garden centre, and The Bottle Kiln which is a fine art gallery and gift shop. Shipley garden centre are interested and there is much evidence to support this interest. The Bottle Kiln is currently taking no more greetings cards due to lack of space, but will see me after Christmas.
- Erewash Museum stated that members of the public regularly enquire about illustrations/artwork of Ilkeston.
- Also spoke to someone who used to run a greetings card business, buying from wholesalers and selling them on. He recommended a magazine called "Greeting" though it may have been discontinued.
- What other market research must be carried out?
- I must speak to people from the target age group for advice on other venues/locations to consider. Recommendations and tips have been helpful. Also need to find out if any of the retailers ever sell individual "special" Christmas cards and if so how much they retail at.
- Giving out samples, enquiring everywhere possible and perhaps strategically leafleting certain areas or pinning ads on free notice boards in supermarkets are all to be considered.
- Find out when Christmas greetings cards begin to sell.
Identification of any special market influences
The greetings card market is subject to specific trends and patterns, the most obvious of which is that Christmas cards stop selling in large quantities on Christmas Eve. The run up to Christmas is when they sell but how exactly I am unsure. Whether sales peak at certain points or go exponential in the last week before Christmas is part of my research.
The earlier I can make them available, the better, as some Christmas gifts/decorations etc are already available in shops.
- The supervisor of the gift shop at Shipley garden centre advised me that some people actually take the size of the product into consideration, as opposed to the quality. When folded, my cards are A5 in size which is quite small, but no smaller than an average greeting card.
Analysis of competitor's products and services
My direct competitors are other local artists in the area. Although I have yet to see anyone create cards depicting Ilkeston and local areas, there are postcards and calendars that show scenes of Ilkeston at Shipley garden centre and these may detract from my sales.
My indirect competitors are other greetings card publishers on the high street. There are several greetings cards shops but Tesco always seems to have lots of stock. Most people shop there and are likely to casually buy their greetings cards.
The prices charged for other illustrated greetings cards (birthdays, generic celebration) seem quite high.
- At Shipley garden centre I saw an upmarket handmade birthday card for £3.99
- At the Bottle Kiln I saw illustrated birthday cards in the region of £1.85
- At Tesco the best quality birthday cards sell for around £2.65
The products offered by the competition differ from mine by the fact I have created unique artwork to celebrate the local areas in which most of the customers live. This is likely to resonate more with the target audience rather than standard greetings card art which is non-specific. Because no one else is offering individual illustrated Christmas cards of Ilkeston I feel that selling them for 60 pence to each establishment and negotiating a sensible mark up is reasonable.
The Marketing Plan
The Product: Six unique illustrated Christmas cards each of which depict various local scenes in winter. They're different to any other Christmas cards because they carry an identity that local people can connect with. A high quality print reproduction on gloss card with an inside matte finish ideal for a personalised greeting. Each card comes with an A6 envelope.
The Price: Other specialised greeting cards, whether they're for birthdays or marriages sell anywhere between 59p to several pounds. Christmas cards are usually sold as a set. My cards will sell individually to accentuate the importance and quality of each design. I want to sell these to the retailers at 60 pence each, with an envelope for each. I will keep some stock also to sell at a retail price.
The Place: Erewash Museum gift shop. Products will be displayed alongside books, maps, literature etc concerning Ilkeston and the Erewash Borough. Shipley Garden centre have expressed an interest although they have yet to see any print reproduction samples. I will be distributing by word of mouth and consistent efforts.
Craft shows or even car boot sales may attract the target audience and present opportunities.
The Promotion: Posters featuring the artwork displayed preferably in free advertising areas such as supermarket notice boards and windows. Free samples can be given out strategically, and leaflets distributed candidly. Word of mouth and social interaction with the target audience is also effective.
As Christmas cards only sell well for a short period, I believe there are other avenues that could and should be explored. Erwash Musuem told me there is no commercially available artwork celebrating Ilkeston and that members of the public do enquire about this. I want to create postcards for reproduction, perhaps illustrated calendars of Ilkeston, book covers or framed originals for sale. The cost of producing an illustration is just the time it takes, but once completed can be reproduced many times.


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Carmine Agnone, a lifelong Tim Burton fan and escapee, finished his course with us in April 2011 to work on shots for Burtons new film Dark Shadows only months later - a real dream come true! Since then, he's worked on many projects and built extensively on his wealth of career knowledge.
Escape Studios Graduation Day
Today is a very exciting day for a lot of people here at Escape Studios. Yes, today marks the end of course for a few of our classes (Visual Effects Production and Visual Effects Animation Professional). And to celebrate this graduation day, we thought we'd give a little preview of what we do as a Bon Voyage for our escapees.
The Future of University Applications Looks Confused
There were a whole raft of announcements and news stories about university applications last week - sadly they didn't get much air time as TV and radio stations remained firmly focused on the state of the Euro. Still, the BBC did publish a few stories which are worthy of further discussion.
Shapes in Motion - Inspiring Animators
Shapes In Motion was founded in 2010 by Sarah Perry who is not just an actor but an acting and movement coach. Having met Sarah recently at Escape Studios I wanted to tell you more about the interesting coaching work she does with animators. Sarah has been working in the visual effects industry in various tutoring/coaching capacities on a freelance basis since 2008, with recent clients including MPC and Double Negative.
Free MARI Tuition at Escape Studios
For those of you who have always dreamt of using MARI, now is your chance. The Foundry and Escape Studios are running two training programs, each broken down over two evenings for MARI and the NUKE <> MARI bridge, both held at Escape Studios.
More Job Success for our Escapees
Seems like August was a great month for many of our recent graduates, who were quite literally snapped up as soon as they finished their courses.
Our Graduates Make the Arch 21 Summer Exhibition 2011
Some of our escapees are appearing in Arch 21 - an exhibition which is showcasing great student projects in architecture and VFX. Carlos Lora is one of the team responsible for organising Arch 21 (Pictured in the very centre) and was a student on our VFX for Production course which finished in April this year. Congratulations to you Carlos, it's quite an acheivement already!
If you're interested in Architecture and VFX, you should definitely go and have a look at the work being exhibited. With over 50 architecture students, graduates and VFX artists presenting their most recent work, it promises to showcase some amazing talent. The exhibition is at Blackhall Studios in Shoreditch from the 3rd to the 14th of August 2011 and is open from 10am to 8pm daily with the closing night being held on Saturday 13th of August.
Compositing Course - New Dates Coming Soon
There are very few places left on our 12-week Compositing Course starting on the 15th of August - which is why we will soon be announcing some new 2012 dates.
Escapee Helen Streeter Gets Job at The Mill
We are proud to congratulate Helen Streeter on her new position as a runner at The Mill. Helen recently completed the character animation course at Escape Studios, and worked hard on putting together a showreel demonstrating her animation skills. The Mill is one of London's leading VFX houses and recently re-opened its film division following strong successes in commercials and music videos. The biggest hurdle in visual effects is always getting that first job and we couldn't be more pleased for Helen - congratulations.
It's All About The Showreel
Starting out in VFX can be difficult for junior artists, but the best place to start is your showreel. It needs to be compelling and to demonstrate all the technical skills that you possess.
Escapees Move on up in The Industry
It seems that July was the month of good news for two of our escapees who have secured their dream jobs in the industry. Congratulations to escapee Andrew McGregor who has just landed a 6 month Camera Tracking Job at Framestore from August this year. Andrew studied our VFX for Production Course with tutor Mark Spevick and started working in the industry soon after as a modeller at Polar Media. He is now absolutely delighted to be part of the Framestore Team and can't wait to get started.
The Telegraph Interviews Escapee Alex Swan
Louisa Peacock, the Jobs Editor at The Telegraph, recently interviewed one of our escapees who is working as a compositor at Framestore. Alex Swann loves his job and explained what a day in the life of a compositor entails – everything from roto all the way through to rig removal.
Escapee Chris Mulcaster Talks About His Job at Cinesite
Chris Mulcaster is a great example of someone who got to where he wanted to be through hard work and determination. Chris studied our VFX Production course and it gave him all of the skills he needed to secure a job in the VFX Industry. But he didn't just study the course, he poured his heart and soul into it. This is the sort of dedication which pushes you to achieve great things and which sets you apart in a very competitive industry.
Escapee Showcase: Ben Revens
As promised here's another escapee reel. This time from Ben Revens, one of our recent VFX graduates. This is a great reel with good examples of work from two of our most popular courses. The violin and tank shots were produced during our 12-week Visual Effects Production course. The more elaborate and advanced staircases shot was produced during our 6-weeks Visual Effects Professional extension which Ben took straight after his VFX Production course.
Escapee Showcase: Roger Serrabassa Vilar
We're very proud of the work we do here at Escape Studios but we probably don't show enough of our students' work. Over the coming months we're going to be featuring much more student work on our website but in the meantime I wanted to start showing some of the reels from our most recent graduates.
Games Course Escapee Holly Pickering Gets Job At Travellers Tales
We have got some good news to share today about one of our Games Course escapees. Holly Pickering - who finished our Games Art Course a little while back - will be joining Adam Esat (another escapee) at Travellers Tales working on AAA titles as a Character Modeller.
Do Universities Need To Teach Basic Job Skills?
An announcement by Edge, the education charity, caught my eye this week. It said that universities should now be required to teach employment skills as part of degree courses. According to its latest study, employers now believe too many graduates are unfit for the workplace.
Rhythm & Hues: Effects Apprentice Program
Calling all escapee's and graduates... An opportunity to be part of this amazing apprentice program in California!


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Fomer Jelf and Enrich execs join JLT health & wellness team
JLT Benefit Solutions Ltd has appointed Andy Yates and Nick Tomkins as senior health & wellness consultants.
Prior to joining JLT, Yates worked for Enrich, and before that, he held roles at Buck Consulting and Ceridian.
Tomkins, meanwhile, has worked in the industry for 17 years. Before taking this role, worked at Jelf and prior to this held roles at International SOS and Cornhill Healthsave.
Claire Ascott, health & wellness director, JLT, said: "We are thrilled that both Andy and Nick have decided to join us at JLT. Both having worked in the industry for many years, we are confident that their experience will support our continued growth whilst strengthening and supporting development of health & wellness opportunities."


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Rose Ellen Bice
Rose Ellen Bice, 82, Plainville, died Monday, March 10, 2014, at Rooks County Health Center, Plainville.
She was born Sept. 29, 1931, in Trinidad, Colo., to William and Stella (Harris) Shaw. She was a 1949 graduate of Trinidad High School.
She was a homemaker.
Survivors include a son, Robert Bice, Plainville; four daughters, Karen Ellis, Elkhart, Susan Augustine, Plainville, Nancy Kreutzer, Ellis, and Elizabeth Miller; 22 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Auldin Bice; and a son, William Bice.
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NOLA Riverfront Plan Gets Green Light
A plan for redeveloping large sections of the riverfront in New Orleans took a step closer to reality when it received a green light from the city on January 9. The New Orleans Building Corporation (NOBC), whose board includes mayor Ray Nagin and three members of the City Council, endorsed conceptual plans and authorized work to begin on the project's first phase, perhaps within months. New details about project financing were also released.
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The redevelopment of New Orleans' riverfront encompasses several areas within a 4.5-mile along the east bank of the Mississippi River. Work could begin this year and progress, in three phases, through 2016. |
The redevelopment zone runs for 4.5 miles along the east bank of the Mississippi River, from the Lower Garden district to the Bywater neighborhood. The first of three phases, which is also the largest, will encompass $163 million of improvements in two areas. One encompasses the area between Jackson Avenue and Henderson Street, the upriver boundary of the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, where the design calls for a park to replace deteriorated wharves as well wetland gardens and performance spaces. The second area is downriver from St. Philip and Pauline Streets, bordering the French Quarter, to Holy Cross. The plan calls for the creation of an open-air pavilion at a wharf that must remain as well as the creation of a riverfront park at Bywater Point.
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The total redevelopment is projected to cost $289 million. The NOBC, which is spearheading the project, hopes to get $62 million of this amount from the city. That would include $30 million in Community Development Block Grants as well as $24 million from a deal to lease the World Trade Center, a city-owned office tower at the foot of Canal Street, expected to be signed in February; New York City-based Full Spectrum is reportedly planning to redevelop the building. NOBC also hopes to receive $45 million from the federal government and $162 million from the state. It will raise $20 million from private investors.
A report prepared by Louisiana State University economist James Richardson estimates that an investment of $289 million in public funds between now and 2016, the project's completion date, could trigger $3.6 billion in total investment by 2024. That money would result in the creation of 5,800 construction jobs each year in addition to 24,000 permanent jobs. It could also boost tourist spending by $700 million per year.
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The museum's neo-Palladian facade in central Singapore sparkles since its much-needed whitewashing in 2006, but what's inside is infinitely more awe-inspiring. Singaporean architect Mok Wei Wei created 52-foot-high glass and steel gallery additions, allowing this century-old institution to mount cutting-edge exhibitions on topics somewhat unexpected for this conservative city-state. Now avant-garde photography has a place amid excellent permanent historical displays covering subjects like antique ethnic costumes. The museum also has a rotating calendar of lectures and cultural events.
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Broden for a Boy Name
Have not found out what I am having yet but am one of those people that like to have my names picked out ahead of time before the baby is here. I am thinking of the name Broden for a boy. I think it sounds strong and manly and can use the name Brody for a nickname growing up but if he wants Broden would grow with him when he becomes a man. What do you guys think of the name?
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We've considered this name for our list too. I like it, but part of me feels like it sounds like a made up name which also puts me off.
March 18th, 2014 08:46 PM #5
Broden means "ditch". The meaning is strike one. Then it's a toss-up whether it's pronounced "bro-den" or "broad-en". Strike Two. I would advise you to beware of names that begin with "Br". They're all the rage for both genders and for the most part I find them unattractive and ubertrendy. A Broden would have plenty of company in the schoolyard with friends called Brayden, Brogan, Branson, Breckin, Bronson, Brighton, Britton, Bryson, Braxton, Braylynn and the list goes on. They all start to sound the same after awhile. Strike Three and Broden's out.
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Stick to Brody.
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- Date:06 Aug 2013
- Kick-off:19:45
- Venue:The City Ground
- Attendance:9,081
- Majewski (32) Halford (64)
Derbyshire (66) Derbyshire (66) - Austin (75)
Live Commentary
- 93:17 +3.17
Jonathan Franks delivers the ball.
- 92:46 +2.46
Header by Antony Sweeney misses to the right of the target.
- 92:36 +2.36
Corner taken by Jonathan Franks.
- 91:07 +1.07
Darren Holden produces a cross.
- 89:21
Ishmael Miller takes the chance to get an effort at goal. Blocked by Neil Austin.
- 84:30
Clearance by Gonzalo Jara.
- 83:58
The ball is swung over by Adlene Guedioura.
- 83:08
Nialle Rodney joins the action as a substitute, replacing Luke James.
- 80:43
Shot by Andy Reid missed to the left of the net.
- 80:29
The ball is sent over by Jamie Paterson.
- 79:52
Antony Sweeney takes a shot. Dorus De Vries safely holds on.
- 77:35
Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Luke James by Greg Halford.
- 76:27
Ishmael Miller has an effort at goal. Blocked by Christian Burgess.
- 75:20
Neil Austin grabs a goal with a headed effort. Nottm Forest 3-1 Hartlepool.
- 74:51
Darren Holden produces a cross.
- 69:59
Ishmael Miller is brought on as a substitute for Darius Henderson.
- 68:08
Shot by Jamie Paterson went over.
- 66:28
Matt Derbyshire scores with a header. Nottm Forest 3-0 Hartlepool.Andy Reid provided the assist for the goal.
- 63:54
Andy Reid takes the chance to get an effort at goal. Fine finger tip save by Andy Rafferty.
- 63:26
Free kick crossed by Radoslaw Majewski.
- 62:55
Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Darius Henderson by Christian Burgess.
- 60:48
Steve Howard replaces Jack Compton.
- 59:54
Jack Compton has an effort at goal and missed to the right of the net.
- 58:52
Jack Compton crosses the ball in from the free kick.
- 58:23
Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Jonathan Franks by Greg Halford.
- 55:54
Jack Baldwin takes the free kick.
- 55:35
Greg Halford challenges Antony Sweeney unfairly and gives away a free kick.
- 54:03
Dan Harding delivers the ball.
- 53:17
Darius Henderson has an effort at goal. A parry by Andy Rafferty prevents the goal.
- 50:59
Dan Harding takes a shot. Andy Rafferty safely holds on.
- 50:42
Radoslaw Majewski crosses the ball in from the free kick.
- 49:24
Radoslaw Majewski delivers the ball.
- 46:58
Jamie Paterson has an effort at goal. Blocked by Neil Austin.
- 46:48
Christian Burgess makes a clearance.
- 46:44
Corner taken by Radoslaw Majewski.
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The ball is swung over by Gonzalo Jara.
- 45:57
Corner taken by Radoslaw Majewski from the left by-line.
- 45:38
A cross is delivered by Dan Harding.
- 45:25 +0.25
Header at goal by Antony Sweeney to the left of the net.
- 45:01
Andy Rafferty on for Scott Flinders.
- 44:56
Greg Halford manages to make a clearance.
- 44:49
Neil Austin crosses the ball.
- 42:33
Jack Hobbs has an effort at goal. Blocked by Bradley Walker.
- 39:52
The ball is crossed by Jamie Paterson.
- 38:14
Dan Harding takes the chance to get an effort at goal. Scott Flinders safely holds on.
- 37:52
The ball is crossed by Jamie Paterson.
- 36:39
Shot by Jamie Paterson went wide of the right-hand post.
- 36:21
Jamie Paterson takes the chance to get an effort at goal. Christian Burgess gets a block in.
- 34:52
Shot by Radoslaw Majewski went over the bar.
- 34:36
The assistant referee signals for offside against Luke James.
- 34:06
Gonzalo Jara takes a shot. A parry by Scott Flinders prevents the goal.
- 32:10
Radoslaw Majewski scores a left footed goal. Nottm Forest 1-0 Hartlepool.Assist by Jamie Paterson.
- 29:50
The assistant referee flags for offside against Luke James.
- 28:33
Shot by Jamie Paterson. Scott Flinders catches the ball.
- 25:05
Matt Derbyshire on for Simon Cox.
- 22:15
Corner taken by Jonathan Franks from the left by-line.
- 20:54
Scott Flinders takes the free kick.
- 20:41
Jack Baldwin fouled by Darius Henderson, the ref awards a free kick.
- 18:23
Unfair challenge on Jack Compton by Simon Cox results in a free kick.
- 16:02
Corner taken by Radoslaw Majewski.
- 15:52
Jack Baldwin manages to make a clearance.
- 15:47
The ball is delivered by Jamie Paterson.
- 11:00
Corner taken by Jack Compton from the right by-line.
- 10:07
Header at goal by Greg Halford goes over the bar.
- 9:35
Headed chance falls to Jack Hobbs. Scott Flinders parries the ball away.
- 9:10
Corner taken by Radoslaw Majewski from the right by-line.
- 8:56
Bradley Walker makes a clearance.
- 6:39
Clearance made by Adlene Guedioura.
- 5:49
Simon Walton takes the chance to get an effort at goal. Dorus De Vries parries the ball away.
- 5:26
Free kick crossed by Jonathan Franks.
- 5:06
Neil Austin fouled by Radoslaw Majewski, the ref awards a free kick.
- 4:31
Centre by Darren Holden.
- 3:06
Shot by Adlene Guedioura. Scott Flinders safely holds on.
- 2:28
Gonzalo Jara takes the free kick.
- 2:19
Simon Walton challenges Jamie Mackie unfairly and gives away a free kick.
Match Preview
Davies to shuffle his pack Boss Billy Davies is expected to make changes for Nottingham Forest's Capital One Cup tie against Hartlepool at the City Ground. The likes of winger Jamie Paterson and strikers Ishmael Miller and Darius Henderson, who all came off the bench on Saturday as the Reds began their Championship campaign with a 1-0 home win over Huddersfield, will be pushing for places in the starting line-up. Summer signing Dorus De Vries could make his debut in goal and get the opportunity to impress against the League Two side, who are managed by former Forest defender Colin Cooper. Defender Gonzalo Jara Reyes is still recovering from a knee injury sustained last season while midfielder Djamel Abdoun, a recent arrival from Greek club Olympiakos, is still not match fit. Hartlepool pair Steve Howard and Simon Walton are among those hoping to make their first starts of the season. Striker Howard and midfielder Walton began Saturday's defeat at Rochdale on the substitutes' bench - the former went on for the last 20 minutes - but Cooper has hinted at "a couple of changes". Cooper, who has no new injury or suspension worries, could also hand starts to strikers Luke James and James Poole, while teenage midfielder Jordan Richards and goalkeeper Andy Rafferty will also be hoping to feature. Forward Zak Boagey missed the opening-day defeat due to a groin strain and could be included in Cooper's squad.
Nottm Forest
- Dorus De Vries
- Gonzalo Jara
- Dan Harding
- Adlene Guedioura
- Jack Hobbs
- Greg Halford
- Jamie Paterson
- Radoslaw Majewski
- Simon Cox
- Darius Henderson
- Jamie Mackie
- Karl Darlow
- Danny Collins
- Chris Cohen
- Andy Reid
- Ishmael Miller
- Matt Derbyshire
- Stephen McLaughlin
- Scott Flinders
- Neil Austin
- Darren Holden
- Bradley Walker
- Jack Baldwin
- Christian Burgess
- Simon Walton
- Antony Sweeney
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Friday March 6, 2015 Weather and News with Kaitlin Moore and Jeremy Linder.
An elderly San Angelo man who was beaten severely in February has died from his injuries and police have arrested a suspect. 21 year old Casey Aleman had been living with the man. An autopsy has been ordered and a murder charge is pending.
Although the sun came out Thursday, schools across San Angelo remained closed and as the SAISD public information officer says, it was all about safety.
Since January, TX-DOT has experienced five ice events that lasted for more than a day. Officials say it has been an exhausting and costly season to keep roads clear of ice.
Writers Club Interview March 4th on Midday with Pat Attebery.
A proposed speed limit change on Sherwood Way.
Here is a list of delays and closures for March 5, 2015.
Thursday, March 5, 2015, News and Weather with Kaitlin Moore and Jeremy Linder.
A community effort is teaching elementary students about classical music. San Angelo Symphony's, Hector Guzman, visited Goliad Elementary this afternoon to speak about classical music.
A 47 year old female is in serious condition after suffering numerous stab wounds. Police have arrested 42 year old Ruben Stakes who was the woman's boyfriend.
The following are weather related closings and delays for March 4th, and 5th:
Wednesday March 4, 2015, News and Weather with Kaitlin Moore and Jeremy Linder.
A new driving simulator in West Texas is providing education to teach drivers how to be more aware of the unforgiving crashes that could occur.
A new multi-million dollar campaign, Texas Wins, kicked off today amid alarming efforts to openly promote - and expand – discrimination in the Lone Star State.
The San Angelo Fire Department rescued a man in his 60's who was trapped underneath his vehicle. Officials say he was changing his oil and became trapped.
The National Pancake Day fundraiser aims to raise 3.5 million dollars benefiting Shriner's hospitals for children.
You could buy a 50 cent hamburger today. It's part of the Farm Bureau's annual program to teach consumers how much they make off of a regular price of a hamburger meal.
Dr. Jocelyn Bell Burnell, visiting professor of astrophysics at Oxford University in England, will deliver Angelo State University's 39th annual West Texas Medical Associates Distinguished Lectureship in Science.
Rick Andrews reports the weekend movie rankings, new dvd releases and new music releases.
Tuesday March 3, 2015 News and Weather with Kaitlin Moore and Jeremy Linder.
Local emergency management officials including the National Weather Service is conducting a tornado drill on Wednesday morning at ten-thirty.
The 13th Annual KIXY Cares for Kids Radiothon, presented by Republic Services, set a new record at the end of the three day event that concluded on Saturday night.
Texas motorists now have a more permanent way to show their support for Angelo State University with the debut of the new ASU license plates now available through the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
A woman was taken to the hospital Monday evening after a two-vehicle collision involving a large transport truck.
Police are investigating a stabbing that happened over the weekend at a local fast food restaurant.
23 year old Isidro DeLaCruz made a preliminary hearing Monday in his capital murder case. He's charged with killing a five year old girl last year.
Sights and Sounds at the fairgrounds from the 83rd San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo.
Hours for the City of San Angelo's WIC clinics in Ballinger and Coleman will be reduced from March 2 through May.
Monday March 3, 2015 News and Weather with Kaitlin Moore and Jeremy Linder.
The top names in rodeo were invited, Saturday, for the Cinch Shootout at Foster Communications Coliseum. Our Connie Gonzalez talks with Rorey Lemmel of the San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo to recap the exciting final performance where over $100,000 was distributed to the top competitors of the night.
We talk with reigning Cinch Shootout Champ, Shane Hanchey, who set an arena record, last year, in tie-down roping. Hanchey has been competing across the nation since he was 4-years-old, and has performed in San Angelo every year since 2009.
The San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo Premium Sale raised $760,000 this year for our youth across the state. We talk with the Premium Sale Chairman, Mike Boyd, who talks about the junior livestock exhibitors who have dedicated years to raising animals to earn scholarship money.
The top contestants from the past three weeks competed, Friday night, during the "Short-Go". Our Connie Gonzalez talks with Rorey Lemmel of the San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo to recap the exciting performance, Friday, at Foster Communications Coliseum.
We talk with this year's San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo top Saddle Bronc rider, Wade Sundell, who set an arena record, Friday night. Wade is a two-time champion in San Angelo for Saddle Bronc Riding.
We talk with Music Director, Josh Hilton, who is the man behind the music and sound effects that fills Foster Communications Coliseum during each performance. Hilton has been a part of the San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo for the past four years.
It was "Tough Enough to Wear Pink" night, Thursday, raising awareness about breast cancer. Our Connie Gonzalez talks with Rorey Lemmel of the San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo to recap the tenth performance, Thursday, at Foster Communications Coliseum.
We talk with Bull Fighter, Jake King, who has participated in each performance for the San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo, this year. King earned his pro-card five years ago and has since traveled to Rodeo performances all around the nation.
It's been ten years since award-winning Rodeo Entertainer, Troy Lerwill, has traveled to San Angelo, but he says it's a pleasure to be back and it remains one of his favorite events. Lerwill keeps the audience laughing throughout each performance and wow's them with an exciting motorcycle routine.
Three people were transported to a local hospital after a two car collision Friday afternoon.
The extreme winter weather conditions will also hinder some businesses and schools schedules Saturday.
Record breaking freezing temperatures left roads in the Concho Valley slick and dangerous for drivers.
Here is a list of weather related closures and delays:
The 13th annual KIXY Cares For Kids Radiothon was held Thursday at Sunset Mall. It's all part of the Children's Miracle Network in conjunction with Shannon Medical Center.
The San Angelo mayoral race is now a contested race. Thursday afternoon, David Russel Nowlin filed papers to run against the incumbent mayor, Dwain Morrison, who is seeking a second term.
Our Connie Gonzalez talks with Rorey Lemmel of the San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo to recap the ninth performance, Wednesday, at Foster Communications Coliseum.
Well-known contestants compete each year at the San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo, we talk with two of those competitors who have been married for the past 12 years. Will Lowe, Bareback Rider, and Tiffani Lowe, Barrel Racer, met at Vernon College and now have two boys who travel to performances all around the nation with them.
Five participating West Texas John Deere dealerships are hosting their 2015 Drive Green Demo Days events on Saturday, March 28. Quality Implement Company in Brady is a participating dealer as well as South Plains Implement in San Angelo.
A new multi-million dollar campaign, Texas Wins, kicked off today amid alarming efforts to openly promote - and expand – discrimination in the Lone Star State.
Happy birthday, Texas! On this day in 1836, Texas broke away from Mexico and became a republic.
On Monday, Nina Pham and her attorney, Charla Aldous, plan to file a lawsuit seeking unspecified damages.
If you're living in Texas and don't fall within the wealthiest 1 percent of residents, chances are you're paying some of the highest tax rates in the nation.
Spring Break is just a few weeks away and Mexico continues to be a top destination for student tourists, according to tour agencies that specialize in student travel.
The Travis County Clerk has issued the first same-sex couple marriage license in Texas.
Picture it: Your ex-boyfriend kidnaps you at BB-gun-point, handcuffs you, and drives you from Texas to a bed and breakfast in Kansas, where he plans to propose.
A University of Texas fraternity is getting national attention for hosting a party that some are calling racist.
As of early Tuesday, the airplane remained on Runway 27 but was lifted off the ground.
Struggling electronics retailer RadioShack has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Texas high school athletes will likely soon not be subject to random steroid testing, at least at the state level.
Drive or fly into the mile high city and soon, there it is, the sweet smell of success.
Former SMU Law Dean and current Constitutional Law Chair John Attanasio was arrested early Sunday morning on a prostitution charge.
Parts of the Texas Panhandle had some unexpected shaking from a 3.1 magnitude earthquake.
Republican Gov. Greg Abbott says he is declaring Feb. 2 as "Chris Kyle Day" in Texas to honor the late U.S. serviceman.
State lawmakers are considering a nearly $2.5 million plan to help answer a pressing question in some Texas communities: Why does the ground keep shaking?
Levelland Police officers shot Jose Antonio Espinoza Ruiz Friday morning at the intersection of 15th Street and Avenue A. Ruiz died from the gunshots.
Hockley County authorities are investigating an officer involved shooting in Levelland Friday morning.
The Texas Senate voted Wednesday to adopt rules which will make it easier for the Republican majority to adopt legislation.
The young girl is also fighting a life and death battle against epilepsy.
On Monday night, the 6 year-old competed in the annual Justin Boots Mutton Bustin' contest at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo.
The state comptroller told state lawmakers this week they have a multi-billion dollar surplus for budget planning , despite the drop in oil prices.
Oil and gas prices will be discussed at the 84th legislative session convening at noon Tuesday.
Authorities say a camel in Texas trampled to death its caretaker and another man at a ranch that often invited children to see the humped animals.
Two are dead after a shooter took the life of a doctor and then his own life at Fort Bliss in El Paso.
Rep. Marsha Farney, R-Burnet, has introduced a bill to make the cowboy hat the official State Hat of Texas.
Oil wells and drilling rigs define the state, but does the plunging price of oil mean Texas has gone from boom to bust?
Lubbock Police were called to the report of a pickup truck hitting a pedestrian just after 7:00 am Monday.
Starting Jan. 1, every store in Dallas will begin charging for paper and plastic bags.
This week could pave the way for big changes in the way Texas handles same-sex marriage.
Time is running out for those wanting to get holiday gifts to loved ones by Christmas Day.
For the last several years, one home owner has put together a Christmas light show in his front yard for the public to enjoy. However, this year there are some complaints of too many lights and loud music.
As 2014 draws to a close, it's nearly time for the annual deluge of tax forms, including 1098's reporting mortgage interest or W-2's from employers reporting your annual wages.
Thousands showed up to see the west side of Kyle Field get blown up.
Police confirmed that the pilot of a small plane is dead after striking two homes and crashing in an open field Thursday evening in Seagoville.
Two elementary school students received an early Christmas present Wednesday when their father, Sgt. Jake Churchwell, surprised them at school.
The Dean of the Holland Medical High School has been arrested for allegedly having sexual relations with a student.
The manhunt continues in Waco after a meteorologist from KCEN, was shot outside his news station. .
The city's new hands-free ordinance goes into effect Jan. 1, meaning the use of any portable electronic device while driving will be off limits.
The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents will meet on Thursday to consider renaming a historic building on the flagship College Station campus after a famous alumnus: Gov. Rick Perry.
A Texas based grocery chain was named one of the best places to work in America, and in the United Kingdom.
If Texas embraces open carry, it would be the largest state to have done so.
A West Texas lawmaker says too many high school football teams reach the playoffs and has introduced a bill that would reduce the number of teams that advance.
Nurse Nina Pham speaks about life after Ebola, and being recognized as a Time magazine Person of the Year.
For "Taylor," it all began outside a bus station in downtown Dallas three years ago. She was 15 at the time, and running away from home.
X Games announced next year's Austin competition will take place June 4-7 at Circuit of the Americas.
A mother heartbroken after picture was taken with her physically disabled son cast to the side.
The Office of the Attorney General today filed an amended complaint adding more states to its current challenge to Obama's executive action on immigration.
The company still hopes to sell its electric cars directly to Texans over the Internet.
Showers possible this weekend before a milder work week next week...


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Many of the former sugarcane roads, some 200 of them, are now perfect trails for mountain biking. They're mostly long loops of doubletrack, so beginners and intermediates should feel comfortable, although the heat and hills (plus some hidden singletrack) can challenge even knobby-tire experts. To rent equipment or hook onto a good guide, check out the Wheel World cycle shop, on Oualie Beach. It's owned by a former Shakespearean actor, Winston Crooke, who now spends his time pursuing his twin loves of biking and windsurfing (869-469-9682; www.bikenevis.com).
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We got a preview clip of Meek spitting this track and quickly after we get the full audio of his freestyle medley and Cassidy diss track. Meek's gunna follow this up with his DC3 Intro where he'll go at Kendrick...how'd he do?
Bump Kendrick You Next (Cassidy Diss), the latest cut from Meek Mill. It dropped on Thursday, September 5th, 2013. Meek Mill's horizons are broadening with each new release, and Kendrick You Next (Cassidy Diss) is no exception. It's a worthy addition to a catalogue that has seen much growth since Meek Mill stepped foot in the rap game. We're looking forward to hearing more.
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I thought you niggas knew, I'm the most thuggish nigga out here
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2014 - 5K for Fitness
Sorry, but the online registration is no longer available for this event.
Online registration is now closed, but you can still participate in the 3rd annual 5K for Fitness!
You can register in person at Fleet Feet in Carrboro this Friday from 12-7pm or Saturday morning from 7:30-8:30am at McCorkle Place.
To make it even easier, click here, print and fill out the registration form before you come!
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Packet Pick-Up from noon-7PM on Friday, April 11th at Fleet Feet Sports in Carrboro. Race start: 9am
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Mangalore Institute of Fire and Safety Engineering (MIFSE) is leaping with a significant step in the field of Safety. Started in 2007 with a Diploma in Fire & Safety Engineering recognised by Govt of Karnataka and Affiliated to Mangalore University and Karnataka State Open University. Now MIFSE stands first to start MBA in HSE Management under affiliation to Karnataka State Open University, Mysore. The Registrar of Karnataka State Open University Mr. Jayaprakash Rao and MIFSE Chairman Mr. Ando Paul signed a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) in this regard recently. A copy of the MOU (agreement) was presented by Professor K.S Rangappa, Vice Chancellor of Karnataka State Open University to MIFSE Chairman in the presence of MIFSE Managing Director Mr. Vinod K J and KSOU Dean (Academic) Prof Jagadish. The above course consists of 8 specialisations like HR, Finance, Marketing, Banking, Petro-Chemical, Infrastructure, Marine & Export and Energy Management. Out of which one specialisation has to be choosen with HSE as compulsory specialisation. The syllabus for MBA is prepared by eminent professors under the guidance of safety professionals.
Distance | Rs.16,000/- per Semester |
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Eligibility Fees (Non Karnataka) | Rs.300/- |
Eligibility Fees (NRI) | Rs.15000/- |
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Ohmigod, you guys, I have been so sick. So sick and so miserable.
This is the second year in a row that I've been sick on Halloween. Not fair! Halloween is my favorite and I can barely sit upright long enough to type this post. I'm so frustrated. And so sick.
So. Sick.
And so bummed that I've got a million projects around the house and I can't do any of them. The only thing I've managed over the last few days was cutting short the first weekend Keith and I have had together in months to sleep and be disgusting and then watching the entire first season of Revenge, which was a number of things, being at once a) terrible; b) amazing; c) very, very long.
Now I will attempt to coherently reply to the millions of emails I've received since Monday to then crawl back into the hole my body has permanently bore into the sofa. Please be patient with me. I miss all of you so much – almost as much as I miss my sanity, non-sore throat and the first season of Revenge.
Smell you later.


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St. Joseph Center:Totino Room
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Daniel KemptonVice President for Academic Affairs,Franciscan University of SteubenvilleWelcome
A: God and Moral Knowledge St. Joseph Center:Seminar Room
Joe MilburnUniversity of PittsburghIf God Does Not Exist (for All We Know) Everything is Permitted
J. Edward HackettSouthern Illinois University (Carbondale)Phenomenological Theism and the Phenomenology of Moral Experience
B: Grounding Morality in God St. Joseph Center:Room 144
Max ParishUniversity of Oklahoma, NormanMark Murphy on Theistic Explanation and Goodness
Barry DavidAve Maria UniversityIs the Philosophical Doctrine that Man is Imago Dei the Best Foundation for Morality?
A: Morality and Faith St. Joseph Center:Room 144
Sr. Elinor Gardner, O.P.Catholic University of America"Faith Is the Light of the Soul": The Virtue of Faith and the Act of Conscience
Lawrence MasekOhio Dominican UniversityMust Moral Absolutism and the Principle of Double Effect Be Accepted on Faith Alone?
B: God in Kant's Ethics St. Joseph Center:Seminar Room
Andrew PfeufferFranciscan University of SteubenvilleCorrecting the Caricature: God and Kant
Michael StannardWillow International College CenterFreedom and the Moral Law in Kant
Antonian Hall:Cafeteria
A: Morality, Religion, and Society St. Joseph Center:Seminar Room
Anthony T. FloodNorth Dakota State UniversitySocial Contract Theory and Moral Motivation
Peter ColosiSt. Charles Borromeo SeminaryRatzinger, Habermas and Pera on Public Reason and Religion
Richard SherlockUtah State UniversityThe Incarnational Basis of Morality
Richard GirardinFranciscan University of SteubenvilleFrancisco Suárez and the Binding Force of the Divine Command
A: Clarifying the Question St. Joseph Center:Seminar Room
Jonathan A. ButtaciUniversity of PittsburghTheism as Morality's Foundation or Framework? A Plea for Distinctions
Mark RobertsFranciscan University of SteubenvilleGod and Morality: Some Clarifications and Comments
B: Morality and the Human Persons St. Joseph Center:Room 144
Barbara FreresCardinal Stritch UniversityThe Injustice of IVF - Even the Simple Case
Thomas K. NelsonMayo Clinic ArizonaPersonhood and Moral Obligation
Morality and God St. Joseph Center:Seminar Room
Christopher TollefsenUniversity of South CarolinaMorality and God
Jonathan SanfordFranciscan University of SteubenvilleResponse
Mark MurphyGeorgetown UniversitySuarez's "Best Argument" and the Dependence of Morality on God
John CrosbyFranciscan University of SteubenvilleResponse
Wine & Cheese Reception
A: Morality and God St. Joseph Center:Room 144
John G. Trapani, Jr.Walsh University"...Now Heaven Knows, Anything Goes." Really?! How to Find Universal Objective Moral Truth
Brian DonohueFranciscan University of SteubenvilleMust Morality Aim at God? Aristotle on Action and Theological Ethics
B: God, Kant, and the Grounding of Morality St. Joseph Center:Seminar Room
J. Murray Murdoch, Jr.Villanova UniversityThe Ground of Morality in Kant and Hegel
John van IngenUniversity of St. Thomas (St. Paul)Kant's Account of Morality: What is Grounded on What?
Grounding Morality in God St. Joseph Center:Seminar Room
Janine M. IdziakLoras CollegeDivine Command Ethics or Natural Law: A False Dichotomy?
Nicholas RescherUniversity of PittsburghGod and the Grounding of Morality
A: Morality and Religion in Thomas Aquinas St. Joseph Center:Seminar Room
Michael P. KromSaint Vincent CollegeIs Natural Happiness Possible without God? A Thomistic Inquiry
Francisco J. RomeroUnversidad PanamericanaThe Life of Natural Virtue as Worship in Aquinas
Gregory B. SadlerMarist CollegeAn Anselmian Account of the Grounding of Morality
Gary M. AtkinsonUniversity of St. Thomas (St. Paul)Homer and Suicide: Reflections on the Illiad
Plenary Session Cosmas and Damian Hall:Pugliese Auditorium
John RistCatholic University of AmericaMust Morality Be Grounded in God?
Paul SymingtonFranciscan University of SteubenvilleResponse
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Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) has announced a three-year agreement with Paramount Pictures, a subsidiary of Viacom (NASDAQ:VIA), to source content for its online video streaming service Amazon Prime Instant Video. The new deal extends Amazon's online library to more than 17,000 movies and TV episodes that users can watch on their computers and other digitally connected devices. Earlier in February this year, a deal with Viacom had expanded Amazon's archive to 15,000 videos. [1]
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Amazon competes directly with Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) in the online video streaming business. Netflix, however, is still far ahead of Amazon's content library with 60,000 movies and TV shows. To gain share, Amazon has come out with a $79 per year subscription offering compared to Netflix' $95 per year. Amazon hopes the lower price will draw customers away from Netflix [2].
The expansion of its video archive should be a good strategy for Amazon as it tries to expand its appeal to wider audience. However, Amazon should be careful not to fall into the same trap as Netflix of paying increasingly higher prices for content.
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Wolfpack beats Gold Rush for first time in 14 attempts February 4, 2009 Box score NEW ORLEANS — Loyola's Ryan Brock scored 13 of his 17 points in the second half Wednesday, and the Wolfpack held off a late rally by Xavier University of Louisiana to earn a 61-53 Gulf Coast Athletic Conference men's basketball victory at The Den. The Wolfpack (14-7 overall, 7-3 GCAC) took sole possession of second place in the conference, snapped a 13-game losing streak against the Gold Rush (14-8, 6-4) and beat Xavier at The Den for the first time. Xavier leads the series 26-3 and had not lost to the Wolfpack since 2002. Sean Bennett added 16 points for Loyola, which survived Xavier's 12-0 run to cut the Wolfpack's lead to 49-45 with 2:45 remaining. The Gold Rush never got closer, and Loyola scored on five consecutive possessions after Kelechi Okoroha's basket for Xavier made it 53-49 with 1:24 remaining. Okoroha and Shaun Dumas scored 17 points apiece for Xavier. Both teams shot around 40 percent from the floor, but Loyola outscored Xavier 19-10 in free throws. The Wolfpack led the final 35 minutes and held a 28-17 halftime advantage. Loyola is a half-game behind GCAC leader LSU-Shreveport, which will play host to Tougaloo on Thursday. LSUS will travel to Xavier for a 7 p.m. game Saturday. NOTES: Both games of Saturday's Xavier-LSUS doubleheader will be broadcast live and online for free via Teamline.com. The link is http://www.teamline.cc/teampage?teamcode=7111 and Shreveport broadcaster Travis Shurling will handle the play-by-play . . . LSUS is No. 23 in the men's NAIA Division I coaches poll.
The Xavier Gold Rush and Gold Nuggets compete in Division I of the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) as a member of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC). Xavier fields men's and women's teams in basketball, cross country and tennis.
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My main beam wont turn off when the headlights are on, i've tried pulling the stalk back but seems stuck, also resistant when you indicate, I presume its the stalk broken. Is this a simple job to replace it or is it a garage job?
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The Pavilions
Nestled on the 'Reef And Rainforest Coast', a spectacular 200km stretch of Coral Sea coastline, and adjacent to the World Heritage rainforest areas of Daintree and Cape Tribulation, Port Douglas continues to be a highly regarded holiday destination for the world's rich & famous, as well as everyday visitors from all around the globe.
At low tide, it is possible to walk to the edge of the reef from the long white expanse of palm-fringed Four Mile Beach. Adjacent to the beach, Flagstaff Hill offers spectacular views of the coastline and the Coral Sea, just moments from your luxury Port Douglas accommodation.
Port Douglas itself, once a tiny fishing village, is a picturesque township with old fashioned charm, wide shady streets and extensive choice of restaurants (from side walk cafes to the award-winning Sheraton Mirage), art galleries, quaint shops and a Sunday Market.
Port Douglas has no traffic lights, no parking meters and no plans to install them.
Pavilions is right in the centre of town. Five minutes from the warm velvet sands of the world-renowned Four Mile Beach, five minutes from the Port Douglas Marina Mirage or the eclectic Sunday markets. In fact, five minutes from anywhere in Port Douglas.
Even with its fabulous central location, the apartments are at the back of the complex and provide a quiet and secluded environment.