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HYDERABAD: The AP Ryotu Sangham on Wednesday demanded setting up of driers in every market yard across the State for reducing excess moistures in food grains and maize which suffered severe damage following recent heavy unseasonal rains in several districts. At a press conference here on Wednesday, K. Nageswara Rao, vice-president, All-India Kisan Sabha, and R. Venkaiah, general secretary of the sangham, said the organisations had submitted a representation on the demand to Chief Secretary P. Ramakanth Reddy on Tuesday.
When he said it was not possible to set up driers in view of the model code of conduct being in force till May 28 and non-availability of time for calling tenders, they suggested at least immediate provision of tarpaulin covers. Mr. Reddy agreed to this suggestion.


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Tuesday, December 31
A second chance on the court
Shaker tennis standout teaches sport to at-risk youth
One high school tennis standout does more than just win on the court.
Firehouse fitness
Shaker Road offers exercise classes for all ages, but without participation, the program could fold
Fitness classes at Shaker Road firehouse aim to involve everyone from children to seniors, but without more participation, their future is uncertain.
Signs to tell the story at Pruyn House
Written information and graphics will make site's history more accessible
A new educational initiative at the Pruyn House aims to bring visitors back to the 19th century home and focus on what makes it such an important historic site.
EDITORIAL: The saga continues
This appears in the Jan. 1 edition of The Spotlight.
Colonie, a year in review: Part II
A snapshot of the second half of 2013 in Colonie and Loudonville
A snapshot of the second half of 2013 in Colonie and Loudonville
Sports poll: What was the top sports story of 2013 in Colonie?
This poll appears in the Jan. 1 edition of the Colonie Spotlight.
2013 Year in Review: Battles won and lost
Football final between CBA and Shaker among second half highlights
This appears in the Jan. 1 edition of the Colonie Spotlight.
Sports poll: What was the top sports story of 2013 in Bethlehem and Guilderland?
This appears in the Jan. 1 edition of The Spotlight.
Colonie, a year in review: Part I
A snapshot of 2013 happenings in Colonie and Loudonville
A snapshot of 2013 happenings in Colonie and Loudonville
Monday, December 30
Albany County budget within tax cap
Legislators amend proposal to fund nursing home through 2014
Albany County lawmakers adopted its first budget within the state mandate tax cap amid an amended proposal to continue funding the county nursing home through next year.
2013 in pictures — Bethlehem, Guilderland and New Scotland
A photo gallery of images from 2013
New bond rating will save town money
Colonie recently received a new bond rating that decreased the town's interest rate, a development that is projected to save nearly $200,000 in interest over the next seven years.
2013 Year in Review: Big wins and near misses
Dutchmen from Albany and Guilderland make noise in second half of year
This appears in the Jan. 1 edition of The Spotlight
Police: More than one pound of drugs seized in Bethlehem traffic stop
State police seized more than a pound of cocaine following a thruway traffic stop in the Town of Bethlehem.
A year in review: Part 1
A snapshot of 2013 happenings in Bethlehem, New Scotland and Guilderland
A snapshot of 2013 happenings in Bethlehem, New Scotland and Guilderland
Bethlehem OKs middle schooler's fowl plan
Bethlehem Planning Board approves site plan allowing boy to raise pet chickens
A Delmar middle schooler will be able to raise chickens as pets after the Bethlehem Planning Board gave site plan approval for the project last week.
Comings and goings in Colonie
In the last town board meeting of the year, Peter Berry promoted to EMS chief and Daniel Hornick ends his term
The end of year brought some changes in Colonie, with a new EMS chief being named and a board member stepping down after four years of service.
Town calls Skylane 'disgusting'
Colonie attorney describes conditions he found during inspection of Central Ave. motel
Town officials argue that a Central Avenue motel is in such poor condition that they aim to shut it down.
Saturday, December 28
Guilderland music program receives accolades
High school selected as Grammy Signature Schools semi-finalist
Guilderland Central School District announced its high school was selected as a 2014 Grammy Signature Schools semi-finalist on Friday, Dec. 6. The Grammy Signature Schools program recognizes public high schools making an "outstanding commitment" to music education.
Friday, December 27
Crossgates expansion clears another hurdle
Rendering unveiled alongside revised site plan; World of Beer coming to mall
Crossgates Mall developers heeded concerns of Guilderland Planning Board members and revised its site plan to more clearly show impacts of the proposed two-story addition, along with a more attractive exterior design.
Voorheesville voters approve $2.7M project
Severe snowstorm leads to sparse turnout at school's polls
Fewer than 200 people cast a ballot Tuesday, Dec. 17, on Voorheesville's proposed $2.7 million bond project, which passed with 131 votes in favor and 52 votes against.
Thursday, December 26
Police rule out foul play in Glenmont death
Police are ruling out foul play in the death of a woman who was found earlier this morning at the Woodhill Apartment Complex in Glenmont by County Waste employees.
Wednesday, December 25
Recipes ripe with tradition
In an effort to raise money for needed repairs and upgrades to St. Peter Armenian Apostolic Church in Watervliet, the congregation's women have compiled hundreds of family recipes into a new cookbook.
POV: Gas prices need to be lowered
This appears in the Dec. 25 editions of Spotlight Newsapers.
Tuesday, December 24
EDITORIAL: The year that was at Spotlight
This appears in the Dec. 25 editions of Spotlight Newspapers.
2013 Year in Review: A tidalwave of titles
Guilderland leads the way with three championships in the spring
This appears in the Dec. 25 edition of The Spotlight.
LETTER: So little, Town of Bethlehem?
This letter appears in the Dec. 25 edition of The Spotlight.
Monday, December 23
LETTER: It was a pleasure to serve
This letter appears in the Dec. 25 edition of the Spotlight.
Savings unclear for Guilderland's reduced substitute rate
School board debates reduced pay-rate amid rising costs for long-term subs
Guilderland Superintendent of Schools Marie Wiles presented an update on substitute teaching expenses at the Board of Education's meeting Tuesday, Dec. 10. Wiles stressed concrete conclusions could not yet be drawn on the affects of reducing the pay-rate.
Town details road project
The Town of Colonie recently held a meeting with residents to discuss the Sand Creek Road rehabilitation project, which is set to begin in the spring of 2014 and will be a complete overhaul of a portion of the road to deal with drainage issues.
Fliers: Keep the cell phone stowed
Survey at Albany airport shows most air travelers not in favor of in-flight calls
According to a recent survey conducted at the Albany International Airport, a majority of travelers overwhelmingly oppose the use of cell phones while in flight.
2013 Year in Review: A new dynasty begins
Colonie bowlers win second state title in last three years
The following article appears in the Dec. 25 edition of the Colonie Spotlight.
More fallout from 'Guilderland sophomore rap'
Lawyer says cops overzealous in publicizing cyberbullying arrests
A lawyer for one of the four Guilderland teens charged under Albany County's cyberbullying law said he is concerned with the way the Guilderland Police Department publicized the arrests, although police said the incident was handled the same as the department would any other case.
Carman Road fire damages three businesses
A fire caused by a broken gas line at a Carman Road plaza damaged three businesses on Friday, Dec. 20.
Colonie Police asking for help finding robbery suspect
The Colonie Police Department is asking the public for help with any information they have about an armed robbery at a Cumberland Farms.
Help is at hand at BC High
With budget cuts looming and needed technical repairs increasing, Bethlehem High School's Tech Services Department had an idea. Why not establish a student help desk similar to ones already in place a
Bethlehem Central High School is using interested students to man it's tech-based help desk.
At home with reading
Habitat for Humanity, Book House team up for project
The Book House of Stuyvesant Plaza is helping New Books for New Homes get books to children.
Friday, December 20
Pay bump for police supervisors, chief and deputies
The Colonie Police Supervisors Association agreed to a contract that would give them their first pay raise since 2011, and on Tuesday, Dec. 10, the Town Board voted unanimously in support of the contract.
Thursday, December 19
Boys basketball: Guilderland rolls past Shaker
Four Dutchmen reach double figures in 17-point win
What was supposed to be a showdown of two Suburban Council powerhouses turned into a one-sided affair. Four Guilderland players reached double figures in a 67-50 boys basketball victory over Shaker Thursday in Latham.
Wednesday, December 18
LETTER: Watchdog needed
This letter appears in the Dec. 18 edition of The Spotlight.
EDITORIAL: A call for common sense
This editorial appears in the Dec. 18 edition of The Spotlight.
POV: Progress Club tackles many tasks
This point of view appears in the Dec. 18 edition of The Spotlight.
Sports poll: What hockey team has the best chance to beat Saratoga this season?
The second-to-last sports poll question of 2013 focuses on high school hockey, where early indications are that defending state champion Saratoga Springs is the local team to beat. We want to know which of these four candidates has the best chance to beat the Blue Streaks, in your opinion.
Crossgates Mall ready to make room for more
Expansion would include space for two restaurants and two entertainment attractions
A small expansion at Crossgates Mall is planned to make way for two new restaurants and two entertainment attractions, but Guilderland planning board members were concerned about the lack of information provided at a recent meeting.
LETTER: Exciting times at Ravena plant
This letter appears in the Dec. 18 edition of The Spotlight.
Bethlehem police owns its shooting range
Callanan Industries completes donation of its land off Old Quarry Road
For more than 30 years, the Bethlehem Police Department has been using land provided by Callanan Industries to train their officers in shooting their weapons.
LETTER: Treat Bethlehem's paraprofessionals fairly
This letter appears in the Dec. 18 edition of The Spotlight.
Tuesday, December 17
Hatching plans
Bethlehem Scout wants to raise chickens as pets; needs site plan approval
Luke Manley, of 25 Parkwyn Drive, has asked the town's Planning Board for site plan approval to raise chickens as pets.
Police: Altamont woman drove drunk with four kids
An Altamont woman involved in a three-car crash was arrested for driving with a BAC more than twice the legal limit, with four children passengers in her vehicle.
Slingerlands teen keeps magic in Christmas
Girl runs toy drive for local kids in need
Lily Killar, 16, has operated her own holiday toy collection and distribution to Albany families since elementary school.
Voorheesville voters to decide $2.7M project
District proposes reconstructing roof, upgrading technology for future demands
Voorheesville school officials are hoping a scaled-back capital project targeting what it has deemed to be essential improvements will be approved by voters.
Monday, December 16
Bethlehem man hosts holiday party for veterans
Event is a way for former soldiers to reminisce and make new friends
For the past three years, Delmar resident Frank DeSorbo has organized a local recognition and remembrance ceremony for veterans of the European invasion known as D-Day. This year he is holding an additional holiday party.
Wrestling: Golan Cohen, Austin Dicerbo lead Colonie at Stuart Memorial Duals
Snowstorm causes problems at annual tournamnt
Saturday night's snowstorm turned out to be a minor bump in the road at Colonie's annual Linda Stuart Memorial Duals Tournament.
Wrestling: Justin Schipano gets his dream job
Ravena '03 graduate is new varsity coach
Life is good from Justin Schipano's point of view. The 2003 Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk High School graduate is now the varsity wrestling coach at his alma mater, and as such is taking control of one of the premier Colonial Council programs.
Saturday, December 14
Boys basketball: Guilderland fends off Albany Academy
Matt Cerutti leads Dutchmen to non-league win over defending Federation champs
The Guilderland boys basketball team passed a major test Saturday.
Boys basketball: Guilderland too much for Colonie to handle down low
Matt Cerutti, Marc DuMoulin dominate for the Dutchmen
Try as it might, Colonie had no answer for Guilderland's Matt Cerutti and Marc DuMoulin.
Friday, December 13
Boys basketball: Bethlehem fends off Averill Park's rally
Connor Morelli pours in 24 points for the Eagles
Connor Morelli's 24-point performance helped Bethlehem defeat Averill Park 66-61 in Friday's Suburban Council South Division boys basketball game.
Girls basketball: Shaker eases past Niskayuna
Sage VanAmerongen leads a balanced Bison attack
The Shaker girls basketball team used a balanced attack to defeat Niskayuna 63-26 in Friday's Suburban Council North Division game.
Hockey: Shaker/Colonie shuts out Clinton
Two third-period goals propel Jets to non-league win
The Shaker/Colonie hockey team scored twice in the third period to pull out a 2-0 non-league win over Clinton (Section III) in Friday's non-league game at the Albany County Hockey Facility.
Thursday, December 12
Albany County Styrofoam ban becomes law
McCoy announces green initiatives alongside signing bill, looks to expand ban past chains
Albany County Executive Dan McCoy signed the Food Service Waste Reduction Act into law Thursday, Dec. 12, at Bethlehem Town Hall flanked by local officials. The law bans polystyrene foam food containers and requires such businesses using disposable food service ware to use a "suitable, alternative product" that is compostable or biodegradable.
2013 Bethlehem Holiday Parade
A lively crowd braved a chilly Friday night to see the Bethlehem Holiday Parade on Friday, Dec. 6.
UPDATE: Minor crash delays Altamont school bus
Altamont Elementary School students on bus route 46 were involved in what district officials called a "minor accident" on their ride home, but there were no injuries reported.
Vista tech tenant still sought
IDA says Breonics at Vista an 'unknown'
With Breonics opting to stay at Harriman Campus for the time being, Columbia Development is now stepping up efforts to attract a new tech business to Slingerland's Vista Technology Campus.
LETTER: Horse is doing well
This letter appears in the Dec. 11 edition of The Spotlight.
Safety program gets cars fitted for the road
CarFit helps older drivers stay safe behind the wheel
CarFit volunteers converged at Westmere Fire Department on Wednesday, Dec. 4, to make seniors aware about vehicle safety equipment and to fit cars to each individual. Information is given to enhance driver safety, too, along with recommending certain items that can be purchased to make driving safer.
Colonie cops seek suspect in package theft
The Colonie Police Department has released photos of a suspect and vehicle wanted in connection with the theft of a package off the doorstep of a Boght Road residence.
Wednesday, December 11
LETTER: Sportsmart once again a success
This letter appears in the Dec. 11 edition of The Spotlight.
Making way for Western Avenue walkers
Business sign must move for Route 20 sidewalk, several acquisitions along roadway
Before pedestrians step foot on newly installed sidewalks along Western Avenue, several property acquisitions must be completed. For one building housing a few businesses, that means moving its sign and making up for lost parking spaces.
Altamont a holiday hot spot
Community group to host annual Victorian celebration
The village will be transformed into a festive hot spot during Altamont Community Tradition's 12th annual Victorian Holidays Celebration on Sunday, Dec. 15, from noon to 6 p.m.
Sports poll: What Suburban Council girls basketball team will have the best record in the league?
Now that the Suburban Council season is in full swing, we want to know which girls basketball team you believe will be the best overall in the league.
Grocers raise concerns over Styrofoam ban
McCoy holds public hearing on proposed law, most residents urge approval
Leading supermarket chains voiced qualms over the Albany County Legislature's recently adopted Food Service Waste Reduction Act, but not over the most contentious proposal banning Styrofoam containers.
Card skimmer sentenced
Heng Li, 27, of Brooklyn, was sentenced to 2-1/3 to 7 years in State Prison before Judge Stephen W. Herrick in Albany County Court Wednesday, Dec. 11.
John Halacy back in court
Colonie police arrested John W. Halacy, 24, of Rensselaer, on Wednesday, Dec. 13, in connection with a Thanksgiving Day burglary at a residence on Haswell Road.
EDITORIAL: A good idea that needs tweaking
This editorial appears in the Dec. 11 edition of Spotlight Newspapers.
To preserve and protect: Understanding how long term care fits into your financial plan
Spotlight on Finance
Our financial well-being and long-term financial security has a direct relationship with the amount of risk we're willing to assume and how we choose to transfer that risk. Long term care insurance is one way people mitigate risk later in life by providing the insured person with benefits when they can no longer perform a number of pre-defined "activities of daily living."
Ice dreams
Disney celebrates 100 years with skating extravaganza at Times Union Center
According to Walt Disney, anything is possible if you just believe, and that may not be far from the truth as one of the stars from Disney on Ice's latest show to hit the Times Union Center explains.
Tuesday, December 10
POV: One man's unusual collection
This point of view appears in the Dec. 11 edition of Spotlight Newspapers.
Lights to aid in emergencies
Donation allows Selkirk Fire Department to purchase portable generators
PSEG Power NY's Bethlehem Energy Center donated the funds to the Selkirk Fire Department just before Thanksgiving for the purchase of three portable generators with lighting units.
Voorheesville ambulance contract talks stabilize
Village and service company near agreement after sheriff intervenes
Voorheesville Area Ambulance Service members and village officials have locked horns for months over contract differences, but in recent talks, the atmosphere has become surprisingly civil as next year's agreement deadline nears.
Monday, December 9
Perspective owners go for chains
Franchise trends see retirement funds tapped; semi-absent owners
More people are cashing in their retirement savings to open up a franchise business, according to consultant Frank Dunne, with more than half of clients he has placed this year tapping such funds.
Wrestling: Colonie, Shaker impress at first invitationals
Garnet Raiders win Ballston Spa Duals title; Shaker places third at Columbia Duals
The Colonie and Shaker wrestling teams made a good impression during the first invitational dual meets of the season Saturday.
Sunday, December 8
Girls basketball: Bethlehem finds a way past Guilderland
Jenna Giacone's 16 points pace Lady Eagles in opener
A strong first quarter proved to be enough for the Bethlehem girls basketball team.
One for the books
Colleagues praise retiring Voorheesville Library Youth Services director's passion and creativity
Connecting with young readers of all ages is what attracted Joyce Laoisa to Voorheesville Public Library around 16 years ago. Although a library's role has changed over time, her mission to inspire children remained steadfast.
Saturday, December 7
Boys basketball: Shaker handles Burnt Hills in opener (with Photos)
Four Bison reach double figures
The Shaker boys basketball team started the 2013-14 season strongly with a 69-48 victory over Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake in Friday's Suburban Council North Division game.
Hockey: Shaker/Colonie goes on the offensive
Malatesta and Egan tally twice to lead Jets past Monroe-Woodbury
Giovanni Malatesta and Kevin Egan each scored two goals to lift Shaker/Colonie past Monroe-Woodbury 7-3 in Saturday's non-league hockey game.
Hockey: Bethlehem storms past CBA in league opener
Five-goal second period propels Eagles to first win
When Andrew Carroll scored 12 seconds into the second period, it was a sign of things to come for the Bethlehem hockey team.
Indoor track: Guilderland edges Niskayuna in first league meet
Dutchmen sweep top two places in two boys races
The Guilderland boys and girls indoor track teams earned victories in the first league meet of the season Saturday at Union College.
Friday, December 6
On the right path
Party set to celebrate Rail Trail portion opening; further improvements eyed for bicyclists
Friends of the Rail Trail will celebrate the official opening of a new three-mile section running through New Scotland as efforts continue toward expanding the trail's size and usage.
Boys swimming: Shaker picks up its second win of the season
Seven individuals win races for the Blue Bison against Albany Academy
The Shaker boys swim team improved its record to 2-0 with Friday's 111-73 dual meet victory over Albany Academy in Latham.
Boys swimming: Saratoga pulls away from Guilderville
Collison, Nhan earn individual wins for GV
Alex Danielson, Zach Zwijacz and Trey Wall each won a pair of events to lead Saratoga Springs past Guilderville 96-75 in Friday's boys swim meet in Saratoga.
Girl Scouts make fabric flowers for seniors
Gathering one of the first to involve almost all Bethlehem troops
Delmar costume designer Amelia Dombrowski taught the girls how to make fabric flowers.
Bethlehem students making connections
Ricky the Robot teaches Glenmont first graders about technology
The Glenmont Elementary School teacher Peter Rawitsch has been introducing robotic technology to first graders for more than 25 years.
'Black Friday' handicap parking sweep nets 48 tickets
Some shoppers seeking door-buster deals found themselves leaving with more than a bargain after parking their car in the wrong spot.
Thursday, December 5
Bethlehem clarifies residency requirements
Town board also drops longevity payments for elected positions
The Bethlehem Town Board made changes to a local law that would establish residency requirements for certain town officials.
Wednesday, December 4
EDITORIAL: Let the children play
This editorial appears in the Dec. 4 edition of Spotlight Newspapers.
Bugler answers the call
VanAmburgh among those picked to play at Kennedy memorial
The day President John F. Kennedy was buried, Sergeant Keith Clark — the Army bugler playing "Taps" — made a single mistake some refer to as the "broken note" that reflected the sad feelings of the whole country.
Sports poll: What Suburban Council boys basketball team will have the best record in the league?
With the Suburban Council season starting Friday, we want to know which boys basketball team you believe will be the best overall in the league.
Not your average craft market
Made by Hand features select artists from the Northeast
Many people are familiar with craft fairs, but a local business is holding an invitation-only craft market to ensure the quality of the products for sale.
Students help send medical supplies to needy
A charity organization with a new chapter started this summer by University at Albany students will be warehousing locally collected items in Bethlehem.
Court upholds Hughes' felony conviction
The New York State Supreme Court Appellate Division unanimously upheld the 2012 conviction of Christopher Hughes on Nov. 27.
Tuesday, December 3
Dance series aims to bring crowds to their feet
Old Songs hosts monthly gatherings featuring simple moves and a social element
Dancing isn't everyone's favorite activity, but one local man bets he can get even the most reluctant of dancers off the sideline and moving in no time.
Home for the holidays
Holiday traditions may have been a little different in the late 1700s when the iconic Ten Broeck Mansion was built atop an Albany hill, but more than 200 years later, the historic home continues to welcome visitors for the holidays.
Monday, December 2
Boys basketball: Colonie varsity job too good for Jim Boland to pass up
After three decades as an assistant coach, Boland makes the jump
By Jim Boland's own admission, he could have taken a head coaching job at any time over the last couple of decades, but he held out. Not any more.
Boys basketball: Bethlehem tests itself before season begins
A.G. Irons puts veteran Eagles through their paces with tough scrimmages
A.G. Irons wasn't going to wait until the start of the Suburban Council season to test his Bethlehem boys basketball team.
Girls basketball: Shaker needs new players to step up in 2013-14
Lyric Artis, Jenny Barra among those being counted on for more offense
Madison Rowland is no longer around to lead the Shaker girls basketball team to victory, so other players must step up this season.
POV: How to give gifts from the heart
This article originally appeared in the November issue of Capital District Parent Pages.
Sunday, December 1
Boys basketball: Guilderland bolstered by the return of Matt Cerutti
Senior forward's health issues are almost in the rear view mirror
The 2012-13 season was difficult for Matt Cerutti and the Guilderland boys basketball team.
Hockey: Bethlehem's first-period blues cost the Eagles at opening tournament
Mamaroneck scores goals in bunches to beat Bethlehem
The season is two games old, and already Bethlehem hockey coach Andre Rodrigue is tired of seeing his team fall behind early.
Hockey: "Moon Dog" leads Shaker/Colonie to first win over Mamaroneck
Zach Dignum stops 24 shots in shutout
Zach "Moon Dog" Dignum was the leader of the pack in Shaker/Colonie's first-ever win over Mamaroneck.
National Grid braces for season's storms
Company spending $3B to upgrade electric infrastructure
Tackling some of what the worst winter storms inflicts has National Grid "hot stick" workers preparing for the chilly reality of living in the Northeast.

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Pianist Vadym Kholodenko is performing with the Black Hills Symphony Orchestra on Thursday (1/30) at the Performing Arts Center in Rapid City. Kholodenko, a 26-year-old Ukranian, is the 2013 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition Gold Medalist. He captured the attention of jury, audience, and critics alike for "mesmerizing and exhilarating" performances that brought the crowd to their feet. He's performing over 50 engagements in 2013-2014 as part of his debut season as Cliburn Gold Medalist. Kholodenko and bassist Tony Thomas, president of the executive committee of the Black Hills Symphony Orchestra, talked about Kholodenko's award and his upcoming tour.


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POLICE DOCTOR 'DRUGS GIRL,11 ..THEN RAPES HER ON SATAN'S PILLOW' Sick attacks on film.
A POLICE doctor drugged and raped an 11-year-old girl on numerous occasions, a court heard yesterday.
She alleged he would attack her at his home on a wooden board with red straps which he called Satan's Pillow.
Forensic medical examiner Dr Robert Wells, 52, was also accused of indecently assaulting two sisters, aged five and 11.
And Winchester crown court was told he filmed the attacks.
"The allegations we make are about as serious as could be made against a doctor," said Stephen Parish, prosecuting.
He said the attacks on the girls took place in a flat Wells owned in St Denys, Southampton.
"One he raped on many occasions, the other two he sexually abused on one occasion.
"But the offences are made worse by the fact Dr Wells drugged his victims.
"A further feature is that he videoed himself doing it."
Mr Parish said the alleged victims were children of adults Wells had befriended.
"He was, to coin a phrase, a Dr Jekyll and Dr Hyde."
He said Wells assaulted the sisters after their mother agreed to let them stay at his flat on February 23 last year.
Wells had told the mother, whom he had known for 10 years, his own daughter was staying.
But when Wells dropped them off at their home in Brighton the following day, the mother noticed the older girl was "spaced out".
Tests in hospital revealed she had benzodiazepine in her body. Temazepam showed up in samples from her younger sister.
Both drugs would have knocked the girls out and caused them to suffer amnesia.
Mr Parish said the levels in the older daughter could have been potentially fatal.
When interviewed she said she had been given a spoonful of "white stuff" and Angel Delight but could not remember much of the evening or next day.
Officers found a piece of paper at Wells' home which the prosecution allege was a timetable for the drugging and abuse of the two sisters.
The words "Angel Delight" and "Viagra" were written down.
Police seized a computer and found a film had been created and deleted in the early hours of February 26. Deleted files with the name of the other 11-year-old were also discovered.
She was the daughter of a friend in Brighton, where Wells also has a home. She told officers Wells had attacked her during 2002 and early 2003.
The girl said that sometimes she used to give a urine sample and referred to being sleepy.
She said that Wells would ask if she could remember what happened the previous night and she would say no. Tests found the girl had been raped and the drug temazepam was in a hair sample.
At Wells' Brighton home, police found a movie of her being assaulted in his camper van.
Other images involving the girl and child pornography were also found on Wells' computers , the court was told.
Wells denies three counts of rape, five counts of indecent assault and two counts of administering drugs.
The trial continues.
TRIAL: Wells leaves Winchester Crown Court (inset) yesterday
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Thread: China vs India vs Sumi-e
May 19th, 2008 #1
China vs India vs Sumi-e
Hey everyone, In light of my Yoji Shinkawa research.. Ive decided to try painting and drawing with some good old black ink. I was at the art store today and realized that there are a few types. I told an employee that I was going to paint with it and would be diluting the ink quite a bit.. I explained that I wouldnt be writing with it in a pen very much. He suggested I get
Sumi-e japanese ink. I checked it out and it seemed sort of watery. I also had read and was told that Shinkawa uses China ink. I believe I read somewhere that India ink and China ink are the same thing... is that true? I picked up a bottle of black and a bottle of white india ink. They had various types such as permanent, waterproof, non waterproof, etc. I got the non waterproof because I figured that would be the best to dilute. Do you guys have any suggestions for me as far as ink goes.. such as the best type to get in order to achieve wide range of opacities from mostly opaque to a very light watercolor look? Also are there any special ways to apply it )(special brushes?) Ive never used ink before so im kind of lost.. I hope I got the right kind
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Non-waterproof india ink is the way to go when you're starting out. If you end up a true ink wash connoisseur you can get into the various grades of Chinese and Japanese inks, but for now Higgins, Pelican etc. should be fine. If you haven't opened it, I'd return the "white india ink" (whatever that is), as white inks tend to be underpigmented. You're better off with white watercolor or gauche, should you need it, which for wash drawing you shouldn't anyway.
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May 19th, 2008 #3
Sumi-e is more "watery" than India ink. I believe China Ink is similar to Sumi-e in opacity. Not that Sumi-e can't be used to acheive darks...I had a professor who works in the industry as an inker and he uses Sumi-e because it flows better (everything is contrast adjusted in a computer anyway).
Non-waterproof also flows and thins better. Waterproof can be like sludge if left too long.
May 19th, 2008 #4
thanks alot guys.. I wasnt aware of any problems with white ink.. I saw sets many different color india inks online so I figured id pick up white to maybe get some cool highlight effects. Heres an example of white being used in a black ink piece.. maybe the white isnt india ink??
May 19th, 2008 #5
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May 19th, 2008 #6
hmm it does say correcting inks on the bottom of the page.. guess its white-out. thanks man. Well im gonna try out the white.. I doubt ill use it much maybe just mess around for certain highlights or even to cover some black. The bottle was 2 bucks.. its gonna cost me more to take the train into Manhattan to return it Any other advice for a beginner at ink? By looking at the pic i posted.. can you figure out if any other mediums seemed to be used? techniques? Im not trying to copy it but I was really intrigued by the style and its something id like to build on.
May 19th, 2008 #7
Elwell's right about the gel pen, or else a hard point dipped in some thinned gouache.
White "India" ink is totally worthless to doing subtractive ink work. It ends up looking like you spilled something on your inks. Mr. Shinkawa has the luck of living where comic work is big business and thus they have some kicking white "ink" (it's actually paint I imagine) on the shelf next to the inking materials, but for the rest of us it's another story. Most definately pick up some white gouache instead. You can thin it with water, or use as-is. Also re-purpse an old toothbrush for some great splatter effects (stars, snow, sin-city-style blood splatter...) by putting a teeny dab of paint on the damp bristles and flicking with your thumb.
As for other techniques, I'd say it looks like sumi-e ink washes with a bit of "dry brush" (ie...using a brush with low ink to create a gritty texture).
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Those are all digital, Painter I think. Since you got your inks I'd say, time to stop thinking about the materials and just get some practice under way. You can use this kind of ink, that kind of ink, this kind of brush, that kind of brush etc etc. - but you'll have to put down marks on paper and see what it does and doesn't do and learn how to work with each materials particular limitations and potential.. The attention to actual drawing will be infinitely more important.
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I agree with tensai. The perfect shape of the brush (from start to tail of the stroke), the manipulated ink color in the second piece, the lasso + gradiant in the third, and the thin light "airbrush" over darks...all obviously digital.
Brush markers/pens have a softer tip on them, but they aren't a sub for real brush. You can manipulate the water-based type to look like watercolor if you have a wet brush...but you might as well use paint.
"India" ink is specifically black. Other colors (including white) are just "ink." They behave in the manner of sumi-e...good for washes and relatively bright. Of course they are transparent, so you can't use them over black ink and shouldn't use them too heavily to color non-waterproof lineart.
May 19th, 2008 #12
thanks miranda.. I see what your saying.. The reason I thought they might not be digital is some of the black lines.. All of the blacks espiecially the outline in #2 have a very natural feel to them.. I thought they looked like ink.. Is it possible the black was inked and scanned in? I just cant help but think the black strokes arent digital.. maybe im wrong
May 19th, 2008 #13
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"India" ink is created with very fine particulate (lamp black to be exact... aka soot) suspended in medium. Therefore as Mirana said, it is by definition black. Good india gives you the most uniform/opaque black of anything I've found. Once it dries, it's quite impervious to water.
Other kinds of inks are created with a variety of dyes which simulate black. "Fount" india is also created with liquid dye. When fountain pens were very popular, new kinds of ink were developed because the fine particulate in true india clogs fountain pens. BTW never use india ink in rapidographs either. The interesting thing about dye-based inks, is they may or may not be waterproof. If they're not waterproof, mixing with water will give you a lot of funky effects, as the dyes separate into their component colors.
"Fount" inks were specifically developed for fountain pens and they may not be truly black. You'll find a lot of "black" inks separate into a variety of blues and browns when mixed with water. Fun to experiment with.
There are a number of opaque whites on the market, sometimes called "graphic white". I've never had much luck with them and usually end up using white gouache or acrylic paint for white effects.
As for colored inks, if water-solubility isn't an issue for you, you might want to look at liquid watercolors. They're often called "radiant" watercolors, and usually come in little bottles. Really vibrant, intense colors!
I tell anyone that cares to listen... if you really like this medium, you need to get a copy of JA Smith's "The Pen and Ink Book".
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Thanks a lot for that advice man. I'm definetely intersted in ink and watercolor so ill check out that book for sure
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For me the best black India inks are Pelikan Drawing Ink, Dr Ph Martin's Black Star, or Speedball Super Black. Higgins Black Magic is not as dark.
Sometimes Chinese or India ink are the same thing, for example Pelikan's is also labeled "encre de Chine." India ink typically is made using shellac which makes it waterproof. If what you have isn't water-proof, then I wouldn't consider it India ink, but it is a rather vague name description.
The opaque whites (aka "bleed-proof) that I've seen are water-proof, but white gouache would not be. You might also try acrylic paint as long as it's not too thick.
I like the Yatsutomo liquid sumi-e ink to use for washes since it tends to be smoother than the India inks I have, but not water-proof.
May 20th, 2008 #20
Thanks for the ink info.. I have sanford higgins ink.. If that helps any. Its mixing quite well with water and it blends nicely.. I'm loving the ink more when pure than when washing with it.. That opaque black is really nice for shadow.. I might try some comic type outlines as well even though its not exactly my style
May 21st, 2008 #21
About those color pieces:
Who told you about Pentel Brush Pen was right, he states so in various interviews. That's what he uses to draw. There's an interview on konami website where he states he uses Pentel Brush Pen for drawing and color is all digital, photoshop mostly.
I think this is it
May 21st, 2008 #22
Hmm that's intersesting.. The pic with the white correction ink does say that he used china ink and went over it various times.. But I can definetely tell the difference between the blacks in that pic and the blacks in other works. The other pics such as that close up of the ninja do look like a brush pen. I guess he uses brush pen for pieces he colors and ink for completely traditional pieces
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Faber Castell Pitt Pen markers are made with genuine India ink, by the way. There's a version with a felt brush tip also, and pigmented color. While they certainly don't replace a real brush, they can be useful.
I have (make that "had" - threw it away) an old Pentel brush pen, and I don't know what kind of ink they use, plus the brush point is crap, in my opinon. Maybe they've improved it some.
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I use Daler Rowley's Pro White, which is the closest I've ever seen to a white opaque "ink" in terms of coverage. If you get just the right consistency, it can be like using white strokes in photoshop to cover black areas.
You can also use various kinds of white pencils, chalks, pastels, wax pencils, and even a razor blade, sandpaper, or an electric eraser to get white effects on top of black ink.
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awesome interview thank you so much for posting it. It answered many of my questions. Im gonna pick up a black brush pen and a gray to see how I like it.. Even if its close to a real brush thats good enough.. just for the fact that I can take them to school or on the bus, something i obviously cant do with ink and a brush
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The Ukrainian Defense Ministry said the attackers hit an ammunition section in one of the vehicles, which exploded in a fireball.
Three charred Ukrainian armored infantry vehicles, their turrets blown away, and several burned trucks stood at the road site in Blahodatne. Scorched bodies, apparently burned by the explosion and fire, were scattered near the vehicles.
Acting Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk blamed Russia for backing the rebels in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions, which have declared independence from the government in Kiev.
He issued a call for an urgent session of the UN Security Council.
Today's carnage cast a shadow over Ukraine's upcoming presidential vote on Sunday, which separatists in the east have pledged to derail. Authorities in Kiev see the vote as a chance to defuse tensions and stabilize the country. Even so, they have admitted it will be impossible to stage the vote in some eastern areas where election officials and voters have faced intimidation and sometimes death threats from the rebels.


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AP source: NHL players closer to dissolving union
The NHLPA now appears set to follow the lead set by NFL and NBA players. Both dissolved their unions during lockouts last year.
The legality of the lockout is already set to be tried in U.S. federal court after the NHL filed a class-action lawsuit last week against the NHLPA. The NHL also submitted an unfair labor practice charge with the National Labor Relations Board.
The NBA's labor dispute ended less than two weeks after the union was disbanded. Jeffrey Kessler, the lead negotiator for the National Basketball Players Association in that dispute, contends the NHLPA would be wise to go ahead with the "disclaimer of interest."
"I think this is much more likely to lead to a settlement sooner," Kessler told The Canadian Press last week. "The players have concluded that they are on the verge of possibly deciding that it is better not to be a union and using the antitrust laws to attack the lockout, which all fans should be happy with because it'll work."
The league's Board of Governors discussed the possibility of a "disclaimer of interest" on Dec. 5, and Bettman said the NHL didn't see it as a significant threat.
"We don't view it in the same way in terms of its impact as apparently the union may," Bettman said.


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Disney's "Oz The Great And Powerful" movie hits theaters on March 8, 2013. In order to promote the movie Walt Disney Pictures had commissioned a giant hot air balloon to be built, and the balloon has been on a whirlwind promotional tour across the country since the "Oz The Great And Powerful" movie premiere in Los Angeles, California on February 13, 2013.
Sadly the hot air balloon's journey has come to an end though as during its trip through Central Park in New York City it was blown by a gust of wind and flew into a fountain, where it ripped.
ABC's "Good Morning America" host Sam Champion was reportedly in the basket when it landed in the fountain, but he was not injured. We're glad he's okay!


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I'll have to admit that as an official sometimes I take up for them just because but most of the time I don't. Especially basketball officials because, due to the nature of the game, I believe they sometimes call inconsistently. I don't mean one official is inconsistent but that from one to the other they call and/or look for different things. But whatever you may believe about officiating some of the remarks that I heard and read after the games Saturday were kind of sad.
March 22 at 1:20 p.m. -- injury, USee^62 East, Christopher Smith, 45, Paris, Ky., driving a 2006 Volvo.
March 23 at 11:21 p.m. -- non-injury, Ky 36 East, James D. Mastin, 44, Cynthiana, driving a 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
March 19 at 4 p.m. -- Laurie M. Philpot, 28, Cynthiana, reported second degree burglary, second degree criminal mischief and theft.
March 20 at 9:50 p.m. -- deputy responded to a domestic incident, where a juvenile was struck by his sister.
•Paisley Renee Hicks
Paisley Renee Hicks was born to Bridget Hill and Patrick Hicks of Cynthiana on Feb. 9, 2010 at Central Baptist Hospital. She weighed 7 lbs.
•Asher Wright Hoskins
Asher Wright Hoskins was born to Crystal and Dewayne Hoskins of Georgetown, Ky., on March 11, 2010 at St. Joseph East in Lexington, Ky. He weighed 10 lbs.
•Emma Klaire Minton
Emma Klaire Minton was born to Nathan and Jacki Minton of Carlisle on March 8, 2010 at Saint Joseph East in Lexington. She weighed 7 lbs. 8 oz.
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Estate of Keith Vincent Frazier Sr., probate hearing; order entered dispensing with administration.
Estate of Hattie Six Roberts, probate hearing; will and codicil admitted to probate, order entered.
Estate of Bertha L. Smiley, motion hour; order entered.
Estate of Christine C. Taylor, probate hearing; will copy admitted to probate, order entered.
Estate of William Zieseniss, probate hearing; order entered.
The Harrison County Extension Office will host a meeting of a group who are interested in traveling to Alaska later this summer. The meeting will be held on Monday, April 5 at 7 p.m. at the Harrison County Extension Office.
During this meeting we will discuss the dates, locations to visit, and the cost of the trip. A presentation will be made showing the areas of travel. The trip is being planned for late July and will last 8-10 days with some additional options.
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One person has only one vote, and I cannot vote for all of the fine men running for District Court Judge. I am voting for Bill Kuster because of his experience, his efficiency in handling district court cases and his courtesy to all.
I have watched Bill in his legal career with great pleasure, as I taught him in high school. He is the best for the job (that court docket is sometimes half an inch thick). We need a judge who not only knows the law, but knows the people, and Bill is that candidate.
Mason County's Royals ran into the proverbial buzz saw Tuesday afternoon as the Harrison County Fillies blitzed them 16-0 in three innings.
Tracey Hicks picked up the victory on the mound as she pitched two innings striking out four and giving up one single. Rachel Hatfield pitched the third inning as Coach Christine Garnett is working on depth in her pitching staff.
The Fillies scored three times in the bottom of the first using walks and inept fielding by Mason County to score the runs.
10 years ago . . .
Births announced this week are: Scottie Gene Darosett Jr., Feb. 24, son of Scottie and Debbie Darosett; Blake Alexander Lovins, March 13, son of Rusty and Annette Lovins; Josie Kayla Poe, March 17, daughter of Ronald and Angela Poe; Zachary Allen Wiglesworth, March 13, son of Ginger and Christopher Wiglesworth; Austin Lee Williams, March 14, son of Gary Williams and Pamela Tolliver.
Thanks to the new state of the art track facility there is great anticipation for the approaching track season.
Harrison County is hosting three big "all-comers" meets as well as hosting the most talented AA Region in the state for the regional meet.
In the second year for the Fillies and Thorobreds runners to be in this powerful region, Harrison County figures to compete for the championships.
It's coming!
And, it promises to be big; entertaining, and Live!
From the Hilltop of Cynthiana, it's Harrison County Live!
For three shows over two days, 70 Harrison County High School students will breathe new life onto the stage with their renditions of some old-time favorites as well as some new, soon-to-be favorites.
According to Michelle Hassall, director, the students will be bringing solos and ensembles, choreography and more. There will be selections from Dream Girls as well as Ray Stevens.
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To be capable of steady friendship or lasting love, are the two greatest proofs, not only of goodness of heart, but of strength of mind.
To be seventy years old is like climbing the Alps. You reach a snow-crowned summit, and see behind you the deep valley stretching miles and miles away, and before you other summits higher and whiter, which you may have strength to climb, or may not. Then you sit down and meditate and wonder which it will be.
To become oneself, with all one's strength. Difficult. A bomb, a speech, a rifle shot -- and the world can look a different place. And then where is this self
To dream anything that you want to dream. That's the beauty of the human mind. To do anything that you want to do. That is the strength of the human will. To trust yourself to test your limits. That is the courage to succeed.
To insist on strength ... is not war-mongering. It is peace-mongering.
To press forward and hold it together when everyone else would understand if you broke down is the greatest strength
Trust an instinct and insight that none can or should equate anyone's silence with his patience for the true wisdom is that the silence is the strength of someone, but the patience is the power of everyone.
Trust is the strength of respect and the lust its weakness.
War is Peace
We all have strength enough to endure the misfortunes of others.
We confide in our strength, without boasting of it we respect that of others, without fearing it.
We confide in our strength, without boasting of it; we respect that of others, without fearing it.
We deceive ourselves when we fancy that only weakness needs support. Strength needs it far more.
We don't need more strength or more ability or greater opportunity. What we need is to use what we have.
We gain strength, and courage, and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face... we must do that which we think we cannot.
We have learned that terrorist attacks are not caused by the use of strength; they are invited by the perception of weakness. And the surest way to avoid attacks on our own people is to engage the enemy where he lives and plans. We are fighting that enemy in Iraq and Afghanistan today so that we do not meet him again on our own streets, in our own cities.
We shall not flag or fail. We shall go on to the end, we shall fight in France, we shall fight on the seas and oceans, we shall fight with growing confidence and growing strength in the air, we shall defend our island, whatever the cost may be, we shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender.
What should we emphasize in our teaching We learn much from Paul's letters to Timothy and Titus. Paul mentored each and sent them out to the churches to encourage and instruct God's Children of Grace. Notice how often Paul uses the words 'command,' 'warn,' and 'remind' in his letters to Timothy and Titus. God wants us to be loving and gentle in the way we teach His children, but He also wants us to be strong, precise and decisive in what we declare. We are not 'asking' Christians to obey God's Word. We are 'telling' them what God commands. We have no special power in ourselves, but when we preach God's Word we have the 'Power' of God behind us Our preaching and teaching should be in the 'Power and Strength' of God. He gave us the responsibility and authority to declare His Word. We do it humbly, but we do it.
What though the radiance which was once so bright
What we say and what we do ultimately comes back to us so let us own our responsibility, place it in our hands, and carry it with dignity and strength.
When you're ready to make the change and you don't feel that you have the strength, know that you are connected with the same strength that moves the world; you just have to stop turning your back on it and connect with it."
Wisdom is always an overmatch for strength.
Work is not man's punishment! It is his reward and his strength, his glory and his pleasure.
Work is not man's punishment. It is his reward and his strength and his pleasure.
Would you who judge of the lawfulness or unlawfulness of pleasure, take this rule; whatever weakens your reason, impairs the tenderness of your conscience, obscures your sense of God, or takes off the relish of spiritual things; in short; whatever increases the strength and authority of your body over your mind, that is sin to you; however innocent it may be in itself.


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Two championships, one event. That is the United States Golf Association's message for its historic 114th U.S. Open Championship and 69th U.S. Women's Open Championship. For the first time in its 119-year history, golf's governing body will host back-to-back national championships at the same course. From June 12 – June 15, golf's greatest male players will compete at the Pinehurst Resort & Country Club; and the following week, June 19 – 22, the world's best female golfers will take on the course.
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Mexico Lawmakers Demand President Disclose Assets
Mexico's president, Enrique Pena Nieto, came under pressure on Friday to fully disclose his financial assets following a Reuters report stating that he had misrepresented the circumstances under which he acquired a property in a lakeside retreat near Mexico City. Opposition lawmakers from left and right called on to detail all of his properties, saying he had undermined his own efforts to battle corruption. Meanwhile, legal experts and two former government officials tasked with overseeing public servants, said the assertion by Pena Nieto's office that the plot of land was donated by his father was inaccurate. This after Reuters reported a public registry document stated he was the plot's sole purchaser.
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More Suspect Anthrax Shipments Identified in Blunder
The Pentagon announced Friday that it has identified five more potentially live anthrax shipments inadvertently shipped to laboratories. Labs which received inactive samples have been instructed to stop working with the materials until further notice. A total of 24 laboratories in 11 states and two foreign countries, Australia and South Korea are believed to have received suspect samples. Defense officials tell NBC News the anthrax spores had been irradiated to kill them in 2008. Experts say it's very difficult to inactivate a large batch of anthrax spores and say it's a problem across U.S. labs. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which is helping investigate the matter, says no member of the public is in danger and people who may have been exposed to the anthrax spores are taking antibiotics just to be safe.
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Chris Pratt Loves England's Version of Jersey Shore
During an appearance on The Graham Norton Show that will air June 6 on BBC America, Jurassic World star Chris Pratt was asked just how much of a fan he was of the so-called scripted reality show The Only Way Is Essex. And at first Pratt tried to blame his wife for his viewing habits, but it became pretty obvious that he was hooked too. Pratt described TOWIE as England's version of Jersey Shore, and said quote "We love that garbage TV back in the states, my wife is crazy about it!"
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Bruce Jenner is Ready for His Close Up
Bruce Jenner will grace the cover of Vanity Fair as a woman. This will be his first such photo shoot at the hands of a world-famous celebrity photographer. Annie Leibovitz will photograph Bruce for one of the magazine's covers this summer. Bruce has not revealed his new look publicly, so the shoot will get tons of attention. And Jenner chose right, for sure. Leibovitz has taken some of the most iconic celeb photos in the world! John and Yoko, a pregnant Demi Moore, Whoopi Goldberg in a milk bath and Meryl Steep in white face. It looks like the cover will roll out just about the same time as Bruce's docuseries, chronicling his transition from man to woman.
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'God's Not Dead Producer' Russell Wolfe 'Will Be ... Missed': Founding Partner
Russell Wolfe, God's Not Dead producer and co-star, died Wednesday in Scottsdale, Arizona of Lou Gehrig's Disease also known as ALS. He was 50. The Pure Flix founding partner and producer was diagnosed with ALS in December 2013 and released the faith-based film God's Not Dead through Pure Flix in 2014. Pure Flix founding partner and God's Not Dead producer David A.R. White said that Russell believed in having a positive impact in the culture for Christ. He added that he achieved this through his work, life and relationships. White said quote "Working beside Russell has been an honor and he will be profoundly missed."
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Audiences won't be able to visit Jurassic World until that movie hits theaters June 12, but the latest trailer for the Lego video game based on the dinosaur disaster movie series offers the next best thing: A tour of the park itself. Visitors to Lego Jurassic World's modern, completely safe facilities get to travel in the one of a kind gyrosphere and visit the creation lab, responsible for the creation of new dinosaurs beyond the movie's Indominus Rex. The tongue in cheek tour of course features plenty of scenes of dino-related chaos and destruction including dinosaurs on motorcycles. The upbeat voiceover reminds the viewer that "Lego Jurassic World would like to remind you that we are not liable for any personal injury." Given the amount of personal injury on show, that's probably a good thing.
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Sepp Blatter was re-elected president of FIFA for a fifth term on Friday. in an election overshadowed by allegations of corruption, his only challenger conceded defeat. Blatter won despite demands that he quit asU.S., Swiss and other law enforcement agencies investigate a bribery scandal that has plunged soccer's governing body into the worst crisis in its 111-year history. His mandate raises fresh questions over his leadership with the possibility of civil war in international football, unhappy sponsors demanding reform and prosecutors looking to widen their investigations.
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England Loses Against Canada in World Cup Warm-Up
England was defeated 1-0 by host nation Canada in their final warm-up game before the World Cup. Sophie Schmidt scored with a brilliant first-time strike from the edge of the box in the 23rd minute. In a game of few clear openings, Mark Sampson's England were second best for long periods but Fara Williams struck the crossbar from distance late on. England will begin its World Cup campaign with a match against the highly-rated France side in Moncton on 9 June.
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U.S. Defense Chief Says China's Island-building Erodes Security
U.S. Defense Secretary, Ash Carter, warned on Saturday that Beijing's island-building in the South China Sea is undermining security in the Asia-Pacific as he called for a diplomatic push to solve the territorial dispute that is driving China's effort. Carter, speaking to top defense officials from across the Asia-Pacific, acknowledged that several countries had created outposts in the region's disputed islands, but he said the scope of China's activity created uncertainty about its future plans. Carter noted that China has reclaimed over 2,000 acres, more than all other claimants combined and China did so in only the last 18 months. His remarks came a day after the Pentagon confirmed reports that China had put mobile artillery at one of its reclaimed islands in the South China Sea, a move that Republican Senator John McCain said was "disturbing and escalatory."


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Montana gunsmith Dan Cooper has been ousted as chief executive of the rifle company that bears his name after pressure from gun owners who are angry that he is supporting Democrat Barack Obama.
Cooper, founder and part owner of Cooper Firearms, told USA TODAY in a story published Tuesday that he has voted for Republicans for most of his life, but he is backing Obama "probably because of the war. And also because the Republican Party has moved so far right in recent years." Cooper said he was attracted to the Democrat's message about "the retooling of America, which involves the building of middle-class jobs and helping American small business be competitive with those overseas.
Rifle maker bounces boss who supports Obama
Montana gunsmith Dan Cooper has been ousted as chief executive of the rifle company that bears his name after pressure from gun owners who are angry that he is supporting Democrat Barack Obama.
A Last Push To Deregulate
The White House is working to enact a wide array of federal regulations, many of which would weaken government rules aimed at protecting consumers and the environment, before President Bush leaves office in January.
The new rules would be among the most controversial deregulatory steps of the Bush era and could be difficult for his successor to undo. Some would ease or lift existing constraints on private industry, including power plants, mines and farms.
Auditors: Private security in Iraq cost over $6B
It appears a good chunk of the money being spent to rebuild Iraq went to private security companies protecting the people doing the rebuilding. The exact cost still isn't known, but auditors think the U.S. has paid private security companies well over $6 billion to guard diplomats, troops, Iraqi officials and reconstruction workers in Iraq.
The special inspector general for Iraq reconstruction says that's about 12 percent of the $50 billion Americans have spent for reconstruction.
Snopes.com Lies, Continues the 9/11 Cover Up
Snopes.com has become the end all be truth arbitrator these days. I don't know how this happened. They are wrong about a great many things. But for some reason people still cite them as "proof" that I am wrong about one thing or another, as if Snopes.com is God; a know all being that can not tell a lie. Well, when it comes to 9/11 Snopes.com is a false God.
How Parked Cars Could Power the Future
Imagine running a parking meter backwards and actually being paid to park your car. Along those lines, electric vehicles might one day make money for their owners by providing electrical storage for the nation's power grid.
The concept, called vehicle to grid (V2G), is based on the fact that your car is typically not being used 90 percent of the time. "What if it could work for you while it sits there?" said Jeff Stein from the University of Michigan.
Voting machines could bring Election Day glitches
Touch-screen machines can occasionally fail or register votes for unintended candidates. Optical-scan systems can have trouble reading paper ballots that are too long or marked with the wrong ink. At least one study suggests that electronic voting machines can be easily hacked.
TVNL Comment: This has been known since the Bush administration stole the 2000 election. How do the people of this nation allow their leaders to get away with this? This is the kind of things that cause revolutions!
Military Has Key Role to Play in Tackling Climate Change
This workshop intends to provide a forum for leadership announcements and updates; apply lessons from ozone layer protection to climate protection; highlight challenges and progress made by developed and developing countries; summarize emerging and available climate protection technologies suitable for military and civilian applications; and present case studies of military and commercial leadership to protect the climate.
U.S. Perpetuates Mass Killings In Iraq
The United States is directly responsible for over one million Iraqi deaths since the invasion five and half years ago. In a January 2008 report, a British polling group Opinion Research Business (ORB) reports that, "survey work confirms our earlier estimate that over 1,000,000 Iraqi citizens have died as a result of the conflict which started in 2003.
The magnitude of these deaths is undeniable. The continuing occupation by US forces guarantees a mass death rate in excess of 10,000 people per month with half that number dying at the hands of US forces— a carnage so severe and so concentrated at to equate it with the most heinous mass killings in world history.
Global Starvation Ignored by American Policy Elites
Over 30,000 people a day (85% children under 5) die of malnutrition, curable diseases, and starvation. The numbers of unnecessary deaths has exceeded three hundred million people over the past forty years.
These are the people who David Rothkopf in his book Superclass calls the unlucky. "If you happen to be born in the wrong place, like sub-Saharan Africa, …that is bad luck," Rothkopf writes. Rothkopf goes on to describe how the top 10% of the adults worldwide own 84% of the wealth and the bottom half owns barely 1%. Included in the top 10% of wealth holders are the one thousand global billionaires. But is such a contrast of wealth inequality really the result of luck, or are there policies, supported by political elites, that protect the few at the expense of the many?
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