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Fighting for the franchise
In the latest battle in the war over voting rights, the Justice Department announced last Thursday its plans to sue Texas over its strict voter identification law, a decision that comes just weeks after Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr. also promised to challenge the state's redistricting plan.
States like Texas with particular histories of racial discrimination at the polls had been required to "preclear" proposed changes to voting practices. Federal courts had blocked both Texas laws under that preclearance regime last summer, citing the disproportionate impact they would likely have on poor and minority voters.
Then the Supreme Court in June invalidated the Voting Rights Act's Section 5, and Texas wasted no time in charging ahead with both.
As devastating as the court's ruling was for the federal government's ability to protect the franchise, significant portions of the Voting Rights Act still stand. Holder plans to challenge both of Texas' proposed laws and, presumably, others like them that have recently passed in other states in a circuitous route through the portions of the act that remain.
In his words: "We will not allow the Supreme Court's recent decision to be interpreted as open season for states to pursue measures that suppress voting rights."
It's good to see the Justice Department so emphatically oppose laws that would check minority rights. Unfortunately, fighting them is far easier said than done. Without the preclearance requirement, the Justice Department will have to rely on the Voting Rights Act's Section 2, which prohibits measures "adopted with the purpose, and will have the result, of denying or abridging the right to vote on account of race, color or membership in a language minority group."
Section 2, often used to dispute redistricting proposals, may not work against photo identification laws. For one, as recently as 2008, the Supreme Court supported the idea behind voter identification laws, rightly insisting that states do have a credible interest in protecting the legitimacy of elections.
Because of that precedent and without the preclearance calculus in place it won't be easy to differentiate between honest identification laws that protect the franchise by offering assistance to those who need it in procuring the required documentation and those laws whose real intent is far less noble. There's not much question that Texas's voter identification law is one of the latter, but it's questionable whether that will be legally compelling under what's left of the Voting Rights Act.
Ultimately, the ideal solution to this problem is for Congress to update the act.


text: Love, what is love? Love can be considered different or something there, like a felling but how do you know it's there? Some people say that love is that felling from your heart that makes you do crazy things. In life some couples have conflicts between but they can express there love. In these cases they can tear up the love that combines them to each other. Some of these couples try to tape up what they had, but there is too much damage done to forgive. So how can you rely explain that felling that you have for that special someone.

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Shark fishing is a great family adventure! This is a great way to introduce children to the sport. This type of fishing is typically action packed. Georgias coastal waters are home to a large variety of sharks. They can be targeted inshore or offshore on the reefs.
Many people continue to ask about the 25 foot long Great White we photographed while fishing on the 26' World Cat in March of 2000.
Our Great White Encounter
Get the full story in the Book and DVD documentary "Great White Sharks of the Carolina and Georgia Coast" by Jon Hairr.


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MAC Venomous Villains Maleficent Review, Swatches, and Photos
Everyone ready to unleash their evil sides? I'm sure many of you have over indulged your makeup sweet tooth on MAC Venomous Villains this week. Pre-launch parties have started as early as last week and the collection is selling out quickly online as well as some stores that have already launched it even though the official release date is tomorrow.
A few nights ago I was playing around with Maleficent's Collection which has some interesting pieces.
Let's have a peek.
Maleficent, in my opinion, will prove a tad difficult to wear for most as she contains some harder shades of shadow and lip products.
I was originally very excited about both of the MAC Mineralize Eyeshadows in She Who Dares and My Dark Magic however I did come out of a little disappointed how blackened each turned out to be. These swatched dreamy and look even better in pan however on my lids the shades come across a tad too black for me to really feel the love.
She Who Dares is a combo of of navy blue shadow and forest green. The shades all have a dominant black base which comes across when blended. In most cases, I wouldn't have a problem combining a blue and green shades however these tend to run together and create a messy shade of black, the same holds true for My Dark Magic which contains beautiful shades of pink and deep plum.
The duos look amazing but application is a tad difficult if your skill level isn't that of the makeup artist variety. Sponge application is best suited here as well since fall out is a major issue due to the shimmer bits included in the mix. I wouldn't say I disliked either and I'm happy to have both, but I will say I was disappointed they came across so very black on my lids.
Lipglasses in Revenge is Sweet turned out to be a pretty little surprise. In the tube this is a louder shade of neon purple but on lips it gives a flush of purple-y pink that looks surprisingly natural. I wish the same could be said of Wrong Spell but this is a tad difficult for me to personally wear as the deeper plum comes across very blackened on my lips. Those who embrace vampy lips and can sport the trend, will adore Wrong Spell. Dark Deed Lipstick will come in handy to use under Wrong Spell as it too perfects the vampy lip trend with a solid burgundy plum base.
And finally my favorite piece in the collection, Beauty Powder in Briar Rose.. This is a soft violet pink that impacts a very nice flush of color on cheeks and face. The shade is pigmented enough to easily act as a blush and quite reminds me of the Spring Forecast Ombre Blush in Azalea Blossom.
I'm excited about MAC Venomous Villains however the more items I try from the collection the more I become a little disappointed. We'll see what the Evil Queen brings next!
What did you haul from Maleficent's Collection?
What do you think of MAC VV so far?
This review contains a sample product sent for consideration by PR.
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9/29/10 14:37 Marina:
As I saw more and more of this collections, my interest grew. However, I didn't order anything…None of my favorite villains were used, either…but if there were one or two items that I was interested in, it was the Bad Fairy nail polish, Briar Rose, and Bite of an Apple. Those all looked nice.
9/29/10 14:55 Marina:
I might just have to if I can get my hands on it…somewhere, somehow.
9/29/10 14:43 Stephanie:
I've read similar things about the mineralized eyeshadows and that they don't apply so beautifully- too bad, but my wallet will thank me. 😉
9/29/10 14:47 Kristina:
I got the Bad Fairy polish and that's it from her collection. I want to check out the Briar Rose though – I'm just not sure if it will look good on my fair skin (NW15).
9/29/10 14:53 Phyrra:
I was good and only hauled Wrong Spell & Hot House of the lipglasses. I'm DYING to wear Wrong Spell. I think it's the color I'm craving for my lips for fall.
Briar Rose looks gorgeous!
9/29/10 15:00 Tracy:
What about when you use them wet Muse? I tend to wet my brush when I apply MAC's mineralized eyeshadows and that makes them have less fall out and makes the colour really pop.
9/29/10 18:16 Tracy:
Haven't got my order yet. Should be here soon though! Spent WAY too much money of course. I'll let you know!
9/29/10 15:04 Courtney:
Sadly, most of those shades are way too dark for me. However, I am totally digging the blush! It's so soft and pretty. I may just have to go grab myself one.
9/29/10 15:27 Danielle F.:
Thanks for the review. I placed my order the other day and from this collection I got Briar Rose and Mean & Green nail lacquer. I am wondering though, how close does Briar Rose look to the Stila Custom Color Blush? They seem like similar shades of pink (albeit not as bright).
9/29/10 15:44 Danielle F.:
Oh no worries, I ordered the custom color blush last week and when I placed the order for my MAC VV stuff I just didn't want to end up with two blushes that look almost the same at the same time! I am glad it is more purple, that's what I was hoping for.
You say Bite of an Apple is really worth it? I was undecided about that one. How do you feel about Toxic Tale as well?
9/29/10 16:23 Danielle F.:
Thanks, muse! So helpful, I guess I might have to "Bite" the bullet and grab Bite of an Apple from my local MAC store. I do kind of have a love affair with coral and peach anything!
9/29/10 16:43 Danielle F.:
You convinced me! I called my local MAC and placed an order for Bad Fairy and Bite of an Apple.
Now I am looking forward to going and swatching some of the Cruella stuff- I am intrigued by the blush and beauty powder from that collection! Although-they look a little brown for my skin.
9/29/10 16:06 Stephanie:
Ooooh I want that dark lipstick!
9/29/10 16:18 dina:
aaahhhhh, i am on the fence abuot briar rose. it looks a bit more pigmented than the azalea blossom muse, what do you think? curious as i think i do have the azalea. planning on violetta l/s & hothouse and revenge is sweet l/g & maybe mean and green polish. debating on these shadows as they look lovely in the pot but am now convinced they will not be so practical other than maybe as a liner also on the HUNT for bad fairy!!! s/o everywhere, booo
9/29/10 16:27 Kristen:
I went back and forth with what to get from this collection for a while. I ended up pre ordering nothing but lip colors, and De Vil eyeshadow from the Cruella line. Here is what I bought
All the Cruella lip products
Toxic Tale – Evil Queen
Sinister – Evil Queen
Dark Deed – Maelficent
Violetta – Maleficent
None of the shadows really stood out to me, but the lip colors? I had to have them!
9/29/10 17:27 Misato-san:
I like the two mineral eyeshadow the most from this collection, specially My Dark Magic… I'd really like to be able to afford something like that!
Plus, I like a lot also Toxic Tale lipstick… if I will be able to find one of this next Saturday in Milan I really think I'll give it a try…
9/29/10 19:36 Rozelyn:
I want Maleficent so bad. I'm all about the dramatic eyes and lips. >:D
9/30/10 3:02 Ellie:
Is pink swoon similar to briar rose? or they are totally different that i need to have both? how about oh so fair?
9/30/10 6:04 Ryou:
Dark Deed looks more plummy on your swatch than Christine's. I still want it though. T.T
Also quite interested in the eyeshadows. It does seem that they'd look better wet, though. Or maybe over Fyrinnae's Pixie Epoxy? If you do want to toss them though, feel free to toss them my way. XD; *bricked*
Thank you for the swatches Musey! They always help me bunches. ;D
9/30/10 20:16 Ryou:
Guess I'll wait until they're available here in Aussieland so I can sneak a swatch then. If I likey then it's time to make use of my American fiance! XD
I almost miss Indonesia solely for el cheapo make-up, lol.
9/30/10 8:51 telle:
revenge is sweet kind of reminds of the purple lipglass from the hello kitty line- i was hoping it was more vampy purple myself.
im excited for bad faery, hot house, wrong spell and maybe a shadow- i liked the style black collection and have cinderfella but use it mostly for a liner kind of effect.
9/30/10 9:55 Veronica:
I got the shadows because I loved all the swatches I saw online. But I actually got them to use as eye liners. I do plan on playing with them as shadows but they are really dark, so we shall see….
9/30/10 10:46 EmilyP:
I really like the mineralize eyeshadows if you apply them wet!
9/30/10 21:23 Danielle:
Thanks Muse!!!!!!!!!!!!–you were 100% right about Bite of an Apple. I got it today and I love it! I thought it would be similar to two other blushes I have, one from MUFE and one from NYX, but definitely no dupes in my current collection. Glad to have it!
9/30/10 22:43 Louisa:
Aww! I wanted at least 2 of the nail polishes and maybe one of the Mineralizes once I got paid tomorrow… they're all sold out already!
10/1/10 17:40 Louisa:
No worries, I found out that the MAC website and the Macy's website are all sold out of the good stuff… BUT Nordstrom's site still has a good selection. Hooray!
9/30/10 22:53 dark nyx:
Oh Muse, I actually couldn't resist picking up the Briar Rose myself! It's so pretty! I hope the staying power is good though, since I have uber oily skin. =[ I also picked up the Innocence, beware! lipstick. I agree with you about the eye shadows…I saw the display and fell in love…but when I tried it on my eyes…I found that it was just infatuation. Anywho, thanks for the review and I look forward to hearing what you think of the other products!
10/1/10 11:19 telle:
Hi Muse! I picked up she who dares and i really like it! i am over the moon about the sparkles, but i also really love cinderfella, so i don't mind the black base to it. i did also get bad fairy and am not very pleased with it. :/ i have several of the orly cosmic polishes and i like those way better and i got almost double the product in the orly bottles than the mac bottle of bad fairy.
10/1/10 11:46 telle:
Fair enough! As for the polish, well, i am happy to know that i dont have to feel guilty for feeling that mac doesn't reign supreme in everything!
10/1/10 22:29 dark nyx:
You know Muse, although I blame makeup companies for coming up with cool stuff that make me spend money because I want to try them, but I do blame your blog a little, LoL. =P Looks like I'll be heading to Sephora to check out that De-slick gel, haha. Thanks and hope you have a great weekend too!
10/1/10 13:14 Storm:
I have Briar Rose and we…are getting on just fine. As well as My Dark Magic….and Mean and Green and Bad Fairy….and Bite of an Apple….and Heartless. Interestly enough, I mostly hauled from Maleficent. The shadows work well over pixie epoxy and I also plan on using a tiny little brush from the UD BOS II to apply them. That way, you get the pretty colors. They're fun to play around with
10/1/10 14:50 Emily:
I totally picked up Revenge is Sweet lip gloss and have been using with Sinister lipstick (from Evil Queen) OMG what a combination!!!
10/4/10 18:48 Danielle:
Got some more of my MAC VV haul today, only waiting for my She Who Dares MES duo to come!
Today I got Briar Rose (in LOVE with this–even more than BoAA on my skin tone!) it's a must have imho if you can find it! Also got mean & green– like it but not as much as Bad Fairy. Strange Potion & Hothouse= love. Hothouse has an amazing shimmer and I think I can wear Strange Potion with everything! Also hauled French Quarter which I also love and Resort Life–HELLO shimmer- I heart this one too!
So far, all of my VV purchases have been total wins! I can't wait to try out She Who Dares over French Quarter!
I am sort of regretting not getting Revenge is Sweet lipglass and Dark Deed lipstick though in my head I tell myself I would rarely wear Dark Deed! I came close to not purchasing anything in this collection because at first sight nothing WOWED me…boy was I wrong. Everything has been great! If you can get your hands on this stuff–do it!
Thanks for all of your help and hard work Muse!
10/6/10 22:17 Liz:
Are you going to review Evil Queen?
2/11/12 10:42 naydeene:
i think if they added ursula from the little mermaid it would of been complete! :0


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Springfield Township shooting: Man shot on Neptune Drive
SPRINGFIELD TWP., Ohio -- Springfield Township police are looking for answers after a 25-year-old man was shot Wednesday night.
The shooting took place just after 9 p.m. in the 8600 block of Neptune Drive, according to police.
Investigators did not identify the victim or provide details regarding his injuries.
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Anyone with information is asked to contact the Springfield Township Police Department at 513-729-1300 or Crime Stoppers at 513-352-3040.


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Genes and Environment in Multiple Sclerosis (GEMS)
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The purpose of the research study is to identify the genetic, environmental and immune profiles that may increase a person's risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS). While MS is not a disease caused by a single variation in genetic material (DNA), a single environmental factor, or a single malfunction in immune cells, there are genetic alterations, environmental exposures and immunologic factors that make the development of MS more likely. Obtaining information about who is at risk for MS will be beneficial in the future if the investigators can identify effective ways to prevent or slow down the progression of this disease.
Multiple Sclerosis
|Study Type:
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|Observational Model: Cohort
Time Perspective: Prospective
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|Integrating Genetic and Environmental Risk Scores Into an Algorithm to Predict Multiple Sclerosis Susceptibility
- Brain MRI after recruiting 2200 subjects and calculating their genetic and environmental risk score of Multiple Sclerosis. [ Time Frame: 5 years ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]Genetic and Environmental Risk Score (GERS) will be calculated based on answers given in subject questionnaire and DNA collected from saliva sample. The questionnaire is about their neurologic and family history and potential environmental exposures. Subjects with the top and bottom 10% of GERS will undergo a single draw of up to 120 cc blood for analysis of immunologic markers. Subjects with the top and bottom 2.5% of GERS will undergo brain MRI to assess for asymptomatic MS-like lesions.
Biospecimen Retention: Samples With DNA
Saliva Sample (required), Blood Sample (optional)
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|March 2010
|Estimated Study Completion Date:
|March 2014
|Estimated Primary Completion Date:
|March 2014 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Received anti-TNFa therapy
|First-degree relative of MS patients
|Referred by the Partners MS Center
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MS is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system (white bloods cells that normally fight infection) becomes misdirected and attacks healthy tissue. In patients with MS, the misdirected white blood cells attack myelin, a lining that insulates the nerves found in your brain and spinal cord. This results in inflammation and damage in the myelin. Loss of this protective lining disrupts nerve impulses and causes abnormal function in the nervous system.
This large research study will ultimately enroll over 5000 subjects who are at risk of developing MS.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years to 50 Years
|Genders Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
|Sampling Method:
|Probability Sample
This large research study will ultimately enroll over 5000 subjects who are at risk of developing MS. The study will last 20 years. We will recruit subjects from all over the United States, as everything is done via mail, email, or/and phone.
Inclusion Criteria:
- First Degree Relatives of Patients with MS, or
- Patients who have received anti-TNFa therapy as treatment for inflammatory diseases other than MS such as Crohn's disease, psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis, or
- Patients that have been referred for an evaluation of first presentation of neurologic symptoms but do not have a diagnosis of MS
- Live in the United States
Exclusion Criteria:
- Does not match any of the inclusion criteria
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01353547
|Contact: Emily K Owen, BS
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|Contact: Emily K Owen, BS 617-264-5980 firstname.lastname@example.com
|Principal Investigator: Philip L De Jager, MD, PhD
|Study Director:
|Xongqi Xia, MD, PhD
|Brigham and Womens Hospital
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|Philip De Jager, Philip De Jager, M.D., Ph.D, Brigham and Women's Hospital
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|NCT01353547 History of Changes
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|Study First Received:
|May 11, 2011
|Last Updated:
|February 20, 2013
|Health Authority:
|United States: Institutional Review Board
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Multiple Sclerosis
Autoimmune Diseases
Autoimmune Diseases of the Nervous System
Demyelinating Autoimmune Diseases, CNS
Demyelinating Diseases
Immune System Diseases
Nervous System Diseases
Pathologic Processes
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THE Scottish SPCA is warning pet owners NEVER to leave their dogs in hot cars, or the consequences could be fatal.
Scotland's animal welfare charity is keen to remind people that leaving a dog in a warm vehicle for even a short period of time can have serious consequences.
Chief Superintendent Mike Flynn said, "We run this campaign every summer but some owners simply are not getting the message and we fear that they
don't fully appreciate the dangers they are putting their animals in.
"Many people might not realise that even on warm, cloudy days, cars can effectively turn into ovens and dogs can overheat in minutes.
"Leaving a window open and providing water is not enough. Being left inside a hot vehicle causes dogs to pant to try to cool down and this
can lead to severe dehydration and hyperventilation which is extremely dangerous.
"Most people know what it's like to get into a car after it's been sitting in the sun. It's unbearable and we immediately roll down the windows or turn on the air conditioning.
"Imagine being trapped inside a hot vehicle wearing a fur coat for minutes, possibly hours, and you are some way to understanding how dogs
in hot cars feel."
The charity is urging owners to leave their animals at home in warm weather rather than taking them on a car journey, stressing that dogs have previously died in Scotland as a result of being left in hot cars.
CS Flynn added: "We aren't scaremongering. Sadly, we have dealt with cases where dogs' body temperatures have increased to such a point they have effectively been boiled alive from the inside.
"The suffering they endured would have been horrendous and what's even worse is these tragedies were entirely avoidable.
"Our advice is to leave dogs at home on warm days if they are going to be left in the car for any period of time as it is simply not worth the risk.
"Owners should ensure that their dogs have fresh water available at all times and that there is adequate ventilation in the room. When dogs are kept outdoors, shelter should be provided so they can escape the heat of the sun.
"Causing an animal unnecessary suffering is a criminal offence and anyone found guilty of doing so can be fined and banned from owning animals.
"However, there would be no greater punishment than an owner returning to their car to find their dog has died a horrific death due to their own ignorance."
Scottish SPCA posters highlighting the dangers of leaving dogs in hot cars are available to be displayed in local communities. To request copies please phone the charity's Animal Helpline on 03000 999 999 and select option 5.
Alternatively, email firstname.lastname@example.com, providing the address you wish your posters to be sent to and the number you wish to receive.


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In Ohio and across America, we are living longer than ever before. With greater longevity comes an increased risk that you or a family member will experience debilitating health problems, eventually requiring nursing home care.
This life change can happen all too suddenly.
What if you aren't prepared? How can you protect your belongings? How can you pay for the heaping nursing home costs?
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London weekend weather forecast
There's generally pleasant weather in store for London this weekend. Though it may be breezy at times, it should be bright and sunny for much of the time from Friday to Sunday.
This London weather forecast is generated by the Met Office Weather Widget
Here are a few events to help you make the most of the coming days.
Glow Neon Fun Run
One of the more playful charity runs out there, the Glow Neon Fun Run raises funds for the Royal Institute for Blind People (RNIB) and is inspired by Thailand's full moon parties (though participants are encouraged to remain more sober). Those who "run, walk or dance" the gentle 3km route are sprayed with neon-laced water and lit by UV light as they go so should expect to be completely luminescent by the time they reach the finish line. Colourful photo opportunities abound, and those who elect to go to an appropriate club or bar after the evening event can also get another wear of their unusual outfit gratis.
When: Friday October 9
Where: Mile End Stadium, 190 Burdett Road, E3 4HL
Getting there: by Tube to Mile End
Cost: £10 per person, plus sponsorship of £25 or more
London Cocktail Week
Each year London Cocktail Week sees scores of bars offer drinkers wearing a special £10 LCW wristband reduced-price cocktails (though this year prices are up 25 per cent at £5 a drink, versus £4 in 2014). In addition to enjoying the concoctions on offer in some 250 different bars, punters can also participate in a number of special events. Master classes, supper clubs and special cocktail tours all form part of a programme that has as its primary aim to showcase why London is the cocktail capital of the world.
When: until Sunday October 11
Where: citywide
Price: £10 per wristband, plus drinks costs and charges for some events
Tickets are available through our partners at Y-Plan
Africa on the Square and Diwali
Trafalgar Square is a hub of activity this weekend, providing the setting for Africa on the Square on Saturday and Diwali celebrations on Sunday. Part of Black History Month and now in its second year, Africa on the Square is a festival of African culture and heritage that this year features live music, dancing and a talent show, alongside an African market, food stalls and kids' activities.
On Sunday, meanwhile, Diwali, the Festival of Lights, will feature traditional and modern Asian music performances, dance acts, various food stalls and plenty of things for kids to do. The celebrations should be considered something of a precursor to Diwali events taking place internationally. The festival is timed to coincide with the new moon in October or November, and in 2015 is scheduled to fall on November 11.
When: Saturday October 10 for Africa on the Square, and Sunday October 11 for Diwali
Where: Trafalgar Square
Getting there: services to Charing Cross
Cost: free to attend
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London Restaurant Festival
Now in its seventh year, the London Restaurant Festival seeks to celebrate the city's reputation as one of the world's culinary capitals. As usual the festival will incorporate various special events and 250 of the city's better restaurants will seek to entice diners by offering special LRF menus. Among the special events taking place this year are the Eat Film evening whereby punters can watch a movie at BAFTA's headquarters while eating a three-course meal and Side Orders, a series of quirky special events scheduled to take place in eateries citywide.
When: until Saturday October 31
Where: citywide
Cost: varies
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October 5, 2015
London Literature Festival
This year's London Literature Festival seeks to celebrate adventure – expect its programme of readings, debates, multimedia installations and comedy get-togethers to have high drama, voyages of discovery and just general high jinks as common themes. Events scheduled include a young adult literature weekender and a session of comedy couplets from stand-up poet Tim Key and guests including Mark Watson.
When: until Monday October 12
Where: venues throughout the Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, SE1 8XX
Getting there: by Tube to Waterloo or Embankment
Cost: varies
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October 6, 2015
Merge Festival
The South Bank may already be firmly established as one of London's most thriving cultural quarters, but there's plenty more, locals and artists claim, to entice and entertain visitors beyond the attractions that run directly by the river. To prove that claim they've joined together to create Merge Festival, an annual festival that draws upon the locality's heritage and recent cultural additions to create a celebration of the arts and creativity. Among the events continuing this weekend is an immersive installation by Bompas & Parr which replicates the phenomenon of bioluminescence, while the programme also features ample theatre, music and art events.
When: until October 18
Where: venues throughout Bankside
Cost: prices vary
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Roasted Turbot on a Crisp Potato Cake with Teardrop Tomatoes and Gaeta Olives
- One 1 - pound whole turbot or fluke, gutted and scaled
- 2 medium Yukon Gold Potatoes (about 1 pound total)
- Leaves from 2 fresh thyme sprigs (about 1 teaspoon)
- teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 10 pear or cherry tomatoes (preferably small)
- cup dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- cup pitted Gaeta olives
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 fresh rosemary springs
PreparationPREPARE THE TURBOT:
Rinse the fish under cold running water until the water runs clear and no trace of blood remains. Cut off the head and tail with a large knife or cleaver. Use a pair of scissors to cut off the fins, including the two lines of fins that run along the sides of the fish. Cut the fish crosswise in half through the backbone and set aside.
Preheat the oven to 450°F.
Peel 1 of the potatoes and slice very thin on a mandoline. As you slice the potato, arrange the slices in a single layer in a spiral fashion, starting in the center of the pan in an ovenproof 8-inch nonstick frying pan, covering the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle with half the thyme, teaspoon of the salt, and pepper to taste and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Repeat to make a second potato cake in a second pan.
Place one piece of the fish in the center of each potato cake. Put the pans in the oven and roast until the fish is cooked through, about 15 minutes. Transfer the fish to a cutting board.
Return the cakes to the oven to brown, about 5 more minutes. Turn the potato cakes out onto two serving plates.
Combine the tomatoes, wine, and vinegar in another medium frying pan and bring to a boil on top of the stove. Reduce the heat and simmer until the liquid is reduced by one-half and the tomatoes are softened, about 5 minutes. Add the butter, olives, and olive oil and whisk to emulsify. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Remove the skin and lift the fish fillets from the bones. Place the 2 halves of each fillet on top of each other, in the center of each cake. Arrange 5 tomatoes around each potato cake. Pour the sauce over the fish and scatter the olives around. Garnish each plate with a sprig of rosemary and serve immediately.
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RIM, Motorola Put Patent Scuffle Behind Them
RIM and Motorola have come to terms in their epic patent battle, and the settlement didn't come a moment too soon. Both companies are eager to turn their focus to other pressing concerns. The BlackBerry maker needs to shore up its support as iPhones and Androids invade its territory. After years of foundering, Motorola needs to nurture the momentum it's finally been able to get going.
Jun 11, 2010 11:42 AM PT
BlackBerry maker Research In Motion and Motorola have settled their two-year-long patent dispute over smartphone technology. Under the terms of the agreement, RIM has agreed to make a one-time payment and ongoing royalties to put an end to the litigation.
The two companies have also settled on a cross-licensing arrangement -- the focus of their original dispute in February 2008 -- on patent rights to a variety of industry standards and technologies, including 2G, 3G, 4G, 802.11 and wireless email. They will transfer certain patents to each other.
Other terms were not disclosed.
It has been a bruising battle for the two manufacturers, with litigation filed in four federal district courts, as well as a complaint to the International Trade Commission and countless proceedings at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The two have also traded allegations of antitrust violations and breach of contract over the years.
Path Well Trod
That the two companies reached a settlement comes as no surprise. Most civil litigation settles out of court because of the costs involved, noted Christopher M. Collins, an attorney with Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian.
"This case has been fairly protracted, so depending on what the exact settlement terms are -- which we may never know -- it was probably the best path for both companies," he told the E-Commerce Times.
Another reason to opt for a private settlement, Collins added, is that one can wrangle additional terms or conditions out of the opposing party that a court could never order.
Patent Wars
Motorola and RIM's legal brawl was just one of several among smartphone manufacturers. Nokia and Apple are embroiled in a dispute, as are Apple and HTC.
It is the nature of the tech industry, Collins said. "When a technology is very new, there are few patents. The IP is protected by trade secrets or common law protections. Once an industry moves out from the bleeding edge, though, the patents are filed. Then, as the industry stabilizes and matures, the players try to protect market share, and that is when the patent disputes come out."
Market Conditions
Having settled their case, RIM and Motorola are now free to focus on their respective positions in the market, which have shifted significantly since their dispute began. Then, RIM was flying high, and Motorola's prospects were very uncertain.
Motorola's "hardware desperately needed a big refresh and so did its software," Azita Arvani of the Arvani Group told the E-Commerce Times. Initially, Motorola decided to refresh its operating system by betting on Android and Windows Mobile -- now Windows Phone, she said. "But when they saw Android's horse racing off to the horizon, they started focusing completely on Android."
That bet -- along with Motorola Co-CEO Sanjay Jha's background in Qualcomm and his good relations with Verizon and Google's Android team -- paid off handsomely, added Arvani, as the company aggressively developed several Android phones, including the Motorola Droid, in rapid succession.
Having revived itself from the brink of death, Motorola is now facing fierce competition from HTC and potentially other smartphone vendors that are also betting on Android, Arvani added. "So, they have to find ways to differentiate themselves in order to build on the small momentum they have gathered."
RIM is exiting this patent suit with a solid position in the market -- but concerns are mounting that it is not doing enough to stay competitive with Apple and Google.
RIM is the No. 2 smartphone vendor in the global market, behind market-leader Nokia, according to IDC. Motorola is No. 5.
However, that same survey revealed that RIM is the vendor hurt most by Apple's growth. The iPhone accounted for 16.1 percent of Q1 shipments -- an increase from 10.9 percent a year earlier in the same period. RIM, by contrast, dropped from 20.9 percent to 19.4 percent.
RIM seems to have become complacent with its success, Arvani said. "For the longest time, they did not have a modern -- webkit-based -- browser. Their BlackBerry App World is way behind iPhone App Store and Android Market."
RIM is making strides to correct this. The company recently released a sneak peek of its upcoming new operating system -- which has a webkit-based browser, Flash and HTML 5 support, and social networking features. It is scheduled for release in the third quarter of this year.


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The sensational appointment of Mikheil Saakashvili to run Odessa will shake up both Ukraine and Georgia.
Non-government organizations have become "undesirable" in Russia, along with Russian experts and specialists. In fact, they are not undesirable for Russia, which actually needs them very badly, but undesirable for the current regime.
The Victory Day parade in Moscow has sent a number of important messages, which outsiders would do well to reflect upon.
A space has opened up which has allowed diaspora Armenians to travel to their former homeland and citizens of Turkey to own up to their formerly hidden Armenian grandparents.
Either Putin has realized that the expansionist project overextended itself or perhaps the Russian president simply lost interest in Novorossiya in his "pivot to the East."
As it attempts to step back from the brink of a new Cold War, the West will have to make sure that Putin does not interpret backtracking as a reward for bad behavior
The Ukraine showdown is even scarier and more dangerous than most people think: President Putin is making it up as he goes along.
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Nancy A. Collins, Knuckles and Tales (Biting Dog Publications, 2003)
I suggest going to the nearest bookstore, picking up this book, cover illustration by J. K. Potter, and flipping to page 221. There you will find the leading edge of Nancy Collins' razor-sharp dialogue, a two page piece titled "The Worst Thing There Is." Read it. Laugh. Then buy the book and take it home, because I doubt you'll be able to put it back on the shelf. Always borderline, always edgy, Nancy Collins is a stylist who handles psychological suspense as intelligently as she does supernatural.
Most horror fans, vampire buffs especially, are already familiar with Nancy Collins' work. The Sonja Blue novels she has written have her established as a major horror writer, winning a Bram Stoker Award in 1989 for Sunglasses After Dark, well before the "vampire turned vampire-slayer" themes of Forever Knight and Angel appeared on the small screen. Incorporating angels, demons, werewolves, ghosts and other supernatural beasties, the Sonja Blue books show just how much fun the dark fantasy genre can be in the hands of a skilled writer. So it was with a good deal of anticipation that I sat down to read Knuckles and Tales.
Nancy Collins' intrigues and private histories are as tangled as the bayous that run through her fictional Choctaw County and the town of Seven Devils. Her tales of Seven Devils and its residents have appeared in a few collections over the last few years, but this book is the first cohesive presentation of these stories grouped together, including two Seven Devils stories presented here for the first time, the eerie murder mystery "Junior Teeter and the Bad Shine," along with the much more involved and twisted karmic tale, "The Pumpkin Child."
Each story, from her gut-turning look at the return of a defeated confederate soldier in the poignant "Sunday Go-to-Meeting Jaw" right on up to modern day kink with "The Two-Headed Man," hits just the right blend of bizzare erotica, racial tension, and backwoods folklore without ever sacrificing narrative or character. The book's introduction, also by Ms. Collins, reveals the morbidly fascinating reality behind "Sunday Go-To-Meeting Jaw," along with the origins of many of the other stories, although I thought it might have been more fitting as an afterword (certainly a very minor quibble on my part). Each story is further introduced with black and white illustrations by Bonnie Jacobs, who also designed the book.
The other Seven Devils stories include "Seven Devils," which provides a look at the small town politics and secrets of Seven Devils' wealthiest landowner, "How it was with the Kraits," which explores a dysfunctional relationship between mother and son, and "Down in the Hole," which not only develops the setting of Seven Devils post-World War II, but works as both a coming-of-age tale and as a tale of mid-life crisis, all while maintaining suspense.
In addition to the Seven Devils stories, there are also stories set elsewhere and grouped collectively as "The Confederate States of Dread." "The Killer," where Nancy Collins speculates on what might have happened to Jerry Lee Lewis, were he to have never played the piano, falls into this section, along with "Big Easy," a peek behind the sideshow curtain at a genuine gator boy. "Catfish Girl Blues" flirts with the fickle nature of the freshwater mermaids of the Mississippi, and "Cancer Alley" is both effective and timely with its juxtaposition of real-world environmental concerns with supernatural vengeance.
"Billy Fearless," the final story, brings an unexpectedly lighthearted close to this remarkable collection. Written in a style that begs to be read aloud, this last story follows young Billy in his quest to learn to shudder. Fortunately, unlike her young protagonist Billy Fearless, Nancy Collins not only knows what a shudder is, but knows just how to provoke her readers into some exquisite shudders of their own.
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One of the Most Inspiring TED Talks. By a Guy in a Funny Hat. {Video}
Are you comfortable calling yourself a leader? Most people would answer no. Is there something holding you back?
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? ~Marianne Williamson
Is it possible that you've touched someone's life—even changed their life's trajectory so profoundly—without even realizing it?
And what the heck could leadership possibly have to do with lollipops? And why did I just mention lollipops?
Watch this 6-minute Ted Talk by a guy in a funny hat (Drew Dudley) to find out how one simple gesture might just make you a leader. I can almost guarantee that you'll be incredibly inspired. You may even find that you deserve to be called a leader.
About Drew Dudley.
"I've never thought of what I do as 'teaching' leadership," says Drew. "For me, it's always been about trying to find a way to help others explore the concept – what it means to them, and to their communities."
Drew Dudley helps us understand leadership in a more nuanced, practical, and entirely hopeful way.
We've made leadership into something bigger than us, something beyond us. We've shrouded it in arrogance — turned it into something few of us will publicly admit to possessing. Leadership is now about changing the world and nothing less.
But Dudley, who has spoken at TEDxToronto and other high profile venues, has other ideas. As the founder and director of one of the largest leadership development programs in North America, he embraces the idea that leadership can't really be taught, only learned — an idea that has resonated with thousands of people over the years.
Dudley has helped raise millions of dollars as the Founder or Chair of several organizations dedicated to supporting scholarship funds, social entrepreneurship and charitable initiatives. During his term as the National Chair of Canada's largest fundraiser for post-secondary students, Shinerama: Students Fighting Cystic Fibrosis, Dudley and his team broke numerous fundraising records. Now the Founder and Chief Catalyst of Nuance Leadership Inc., he works with dozens of corporations, charities, non-profits, universities, colleges, and other organizations around the world to empower people to increase their leadership capacity. [Source of "About Drew Dudley": The Lavin Agency]
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Title: Landscape Archiecture – Pathway to Chartership
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Description: A group for all landscape architects working towards thier chartership.
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Date: 2011-02-02
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We hold a fortnightly meeting for all those working in and around Manchester to give us a chance to catch up, share information and generally help each other out.
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Red's unveils new early-bird menu
Red's Fresh Seafood House & Tavern on Pine Island has unveiled its new early-bird menu.
Guests seated before 5 p.m. daily can enjoy any of the seven menu items priced at $10 each: fried shrimp, chicken parmesan, fish and chips, fresh Prince Edward Island mussels, New York strip, boneless loin pork chops, fresh garden salad with salmon and shrimp scampi.
Side choices include butter pecan mashed sweet potatoes, chef's rice, creamy coleslaw, French fries, fresh vegetable of the day and homemade potato of the day.
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Located at 10880 Stringfellow Road on Pine Island. Red's is open for dinner seven days a week: Sunday through Thursday from 4 to 9 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 4 to 10 p.m. An extensive wine menu and full bar are also available. Reservations are not accepted.
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Bright Holiday Park has been established since the turn of last century and is located on 25 acres of deciduously treed parkland. Bright Holiday Park is a favourite holiday destination for many visitors, with our accommodation you'll be able to enjoy everything the area has to offer.
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Bringing Race to the Table, ed. by Crystal Blanton
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Bringing Race to the Table: Exploring Racism in the Pagan Community, edited by Crystal Blanton, Taylor Ellwood, and Brandy Williams Megalithica Books, 9781905713981, 295 pp. (incl. author biographies), 2015A striking collection of essays, current and diverse, Bringing Race to the Table: Exploring Racism in the Pagan Community is a work of dedication and power. Crystal Blanton, author, editor of two previous books on the topic of diversity, Patheos blogger, Wild Hunt contributor and social worker -- in addition to a priestess and witch -- delivers a must-read text in conjunction with her two coeditors, Taylor Ellwood and Brandy Williams.Blanton does a stellar job showcasing voices from many perspectives. The diverse authors of the essays come from across the lines of gender, race, socio-economic class, spiritual practise, and education. Bringing Race to the Table makes room for many rarely discussed viewpoints, even in advanced circles or books. This makes for a full spectrum and undeniable look at the built-in mechanisms of discrimination that have followed so many of us from the overculture into Paganism. The calling-out and of racist, sexist, gendered, and classist behaviour is one string in the fabric Blanton weaves. Another is the choice to not perpetuate these actions in our own lives, but to turn toward the struggles many of our brothers and sisters live with daily. Read More


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Listen to more in the Ranger's Apprentice series.
©2005 John Flanagan; (P)2006 Recorded Books
"More absorbing, straight-arrow adventure set in the medieval, alternate-world kingdom of Araluen." (Kirkus Reviews)
Estate planning lawyer and mom to two boys. My older son liked audiobooks as an infant, and I've listened to a lot since then.
"Sequel even better than the FIrst Installment"
Exhilarating. Compelling characters.
Horace does something unexpected near the end. Don't want to spoil it!
His narration is just amazing. The characters come to life, as well as the humor and poignancy. Halt and Gilan are especially good. I'd never heard this narrator before this series, and now I'm looking for his work.
The ending. Again, don't want to spoil anything. If you enjoy the relationship between Halt and Will, it is very meaningful.
I thought this was even better than the original, and was not a formula sequel at all. The relationships between the characters are so well done in the writing and in the narration, especially Halt, Gilan, Will and Horace, but also Alyss as well.
"For the boys"
Book #2 of the series. I loved #1, The Ruins of Gorlan. Took a real interest in the young boys and the "careers" they would follow.
Book #2 has their careers decided and now how they are handling them. Unfortunately, this book is just about a lot of battles. I have no interest in war.
Didn't bother finishing.
"Iffy editing"
Some of the pauses between chapters and sub chapters were abrupt. Poor editing. Performance and story were quite entertaining.
"Great middle grade adventure!"
A satisfying mix of thrilling plot and character development. A great listen for the whole family . I highly recommend it
"Suspense and Stealth"
The story slowly continues to build the foundation for the series. sometime haltingly but always suspenseful
"I like this book."
I like the voice of this reader, it seems to fit the story. Now I need the next book.
The part where Horace kills Morgarath.
It is fun reading.
I want more.
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Father and I were Ranchers.
Excellent accent and narrative style that captures the emotions and intensity of the plot.
Rewrite burning bridge scene and change who is sent to carry the message.
Ranger's Apprentice, Book 1, is 5 Stars and compelling even if the ending is a little weak.
Book 2 has implausible character behavior. It's as if Flanagan wanted a boy ranger and princess to be captured but didn't think out the plot sequence especially at the crucial turning points.
A apprentice knight of proven courage fails to take the risk crossing a bridge.. A ranger skilled in wood's lore, tries to relight a fire from scratch rather than just grabbing a burning brand.
The characters behavior is inconsistent with that of book 1.
I was a 'readaholic' for most of my life. I started crochet and other hobbies. That took away from my reading time. I discovered audio books at the library. That set me off. now, that I am older my eyes make it too difficult to read. So I now am a very diligent audio book listener!
"Burning Bridge"
I recommend this book esp to families with preteens. It shows a young person starting road to development. His hesitation, then decisions are made logically with emotions and doubt coloring decisions.
He read the narrated the story excellently. It was easy to follow the story. He added the tension at the right spots.
I did not plan on listening at one sitting but....John Keatings voice kept me listening.
This is book 2 of series. I got it first then was motivated to get books 1 & 3 which led to me getting entire series.
"Great Second chapter to this saga"
Good Story well read .
I can't chose all four of the main charaters are awsome
brilliant accents for the charaters
When will is being Drag away and there is nothing his mentor can do about it.
Very good stroy can't wait to get the next one
"First book good ... Second book Blah"
I we extremely disappointed in Burning Bridge. I can set aside disbelief for mythical creatures and strange powers. But it is difficult to remain involved in a story where the characters just behave stupidly. I can't explain without spoilers ... but its really not worth the time to find out what I mean.
I enjoyed the first book and like the characters. I hope the third book is better.
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1) Summary sheet
Situational Analysis: Marvel enterprises Inc, an American based firm that is known for publishing comic books and providing character based entertainment. According to resource for case solutions found here, the company was founded in 1988. The company has gone through many phases.. Marvel enterprises Inc foundation is built on their huge library of 4,700 characters featured in a variety of media for almost seventy years. This is a great success of the company. Marvel enterprises Inc publish comic books, sell toys, produces films. Their decision to utilize their character franchises in licensing agreement and the publication of comic books through the division of Marvel comics added to the company's popularity. in past three years the company has succeeded to lent its characters to eight movies namely, Spiderman, Sony Pictures, The punisher, etc. the toy segment of the company sells toys based on licensed characters similarly the film production section of the company produces and distributes films across the Globe.
The main theme of the comic books revolves around the superheroes of the company namely, Spiderman and The fantastic four but there are other newly developed characters too. The comic books they published come in two formats including, periodical and graphic novels. Periodical comic books are like small magazines consist of 30 pages. Graphic novels on the other hand, capture a whole story and consist of almost 130 pages. The customers of the comic books are mainly the male part of the society from 13 to 23 years old. There are two types of the customers' one who take the comic books as any other books or magazine. The other type of customers takes the comic books as a collection. The company always encourages the feedback of its customers. The distribution of Marvel comic books is done through three channels.1) to comic book speciality stores 2) to traditional retail outlets 3) on subscription sales basis.
The toys of the company are equally popular across the world. The target market of the toys is little children from 4 to 12 years of age. The main competitors of Marvel Bandai, Hasbro and Mattel. The licensing segment of the company licensed Marvel characters to variety of media including, television programs, featured films, video games and theme park etc. the company recently has opened its offices in Tokyo and London in order to increasing its licensing activities in other countries too. Marvel enterprises Inc have expanded its business by broadcast media. Selling of toys, comic books and other products have added to the company's popularity. Spiderman is the character who gained worldwide popularity but other characters like Fantastic four and X man has also contributed a lot to the company's popularity.
The problem statement: Success is not easy to achieve but it is far difficult to maintain. Same is the case with the Marvel enterprises Inc. the company faced two sets of questions that were critical to its future. It was a big question for the company that would it be able to sustain its success in future too or would the world characterize this success as a fluke? The major success of the company was dependent on a very few blockbuster characters like Spiderman. It was a big question for the company that they keep on relying on the limited characters or was it the time to seek growth in a larger set of lesser known characters. The other thing that was important to consider was, how to explore business growth opportunities. Now it was the time to decide that what business strategy the company will have to adopt in order to ensure company's growth and prosperity. it was the time to move in to more capital intensive activities.
Decision statement:It is the time to hire new executives and CEO for the company.It is essential to make different strategies that can add to the prosperity and growth of the company. The aim of strategy making should be monetizing the content library through licensing characters for use with motion pictures, television and video games and also with consumer products like toys, food and apparel. It should be planned that each of such activities will reinforce each other like by watching a movie the kids will love buying the toys as well, this might push them to wear their TT shirts too and this might compel them to buy other consumer products of the company. The other major point to focus on should be managing the library of characters to foster long term value. Many children had heard about the names of characters like fantastic four but watching them in picture movies will surely be a great thing. Giving life to the characters should be another major thing to consider. The third important thing to be considered is that how to emphasise high level of consistency in characters and stories. The company should hire the top writers from both from the film and open market to write comic books for them and signed contracts with them. So that the creativity would be enhanced and quality of books can be made better. This strategy would prove really beneficial for the company. The company should make many divisions like, comic book publishing, licensing and toys.
2) Recommendation sheet:
- Consider merging with other companies: It is necessary for the company to consider merging with other companies like Disney. This way Marvel can increase the library of characters and can attract more viewers toward the company. Merger of two companies means the merger of ideas too. fusion of ideas will ultimately adds to the popularity of the company
- New agreements should be made: Marvel enterprises Inc should expand video games licensing by doing agreements with Take two interactive and electronic arts etc. the young blood across the world is very much in to video games. the innovative ideas can be introduced and can be beautifully presented through the famous characters. This way the company popularity will dramatically rise.
- To introduce lesser famous heroes in most popular heroes' movies: There are a few numbers of characters which have gained worldwide popularity like Spiderman. There are many characters too which have been waiting since long to get attention of the viewers. It is important for the company that instead of relying fully on the limited characters, pay some attention to other characters too. Introduce them in the movies of Spiderman so that children can get to know about them too.
- Creation of new characters should be done via publications: New characters should be created and must be promoted via publications. Innovation and creativity is the key of success. New characters should be wisely introduced. Marketing should be done in a way that children start loving them before watching them on TV. Effective marketing is very important thing. Good market strategies can add a lot to the popularity of the product and vice versa. only those entertainment companies can survive that comes up with the new ideas and adopt effective promotional strategies. Marvel enterprises Inc should put emphasis on both of the things.
- Company should develop e- comics:Today we are breathing in the world of Information technology. Instead of going to a book shop to buy a book we just turn on our computers and read what we want to read. So it is very important for the company to develop more and more e comics so that most of the children can read them easily. Comics should be easily accessible to the children. development of e comics will surely add to the popularity of the company
- The company should develop toy production capability:Toy production is an important asset of the company. to sustain the success the company should develop toy production capability. Toys should be developing according to the choice and mind of the children. Time to time market surveys and customer's fee back can play an important role in raising the quality of toys better.
- Improve the marketing strategies: The company should improve the marketing strategies. The company is handling multiple tasks like toys production, licensing characters, movie making, comics and other consumer products. It is very important for Marvel enterprises Inc to develop such marketing strategies that cover all these areas effectively and efficiently. a good marketing strategy can lead the product to the zenith of success and a bad marketing strategy can tarnish the beauty of the product fully.
- The company should hunt for new talent:The production of the company can be made better by hiring new talent for the company. New writers from all over the world should be hired. as company has already done in the past. This practice should be continuing in present also. The writers from movie industry, local market and related fields should be hired so that the quality of the comics and movies should be maintained.
- Company should make high margins in competitive markets by licensing:Licensing is the strategy that can help the company to make high margins in competitive markets.
- Quality of brands should be improved:Customers often compliant for the weak and damaged brands. The company should never compromise on the quality of the brand. A brand represents a company. It should be made flawless and no compromise should be done on its quality. a brand helps maintain a relationship between a customer and the company. The quality of its brands should be improved by the company.
- Bidding with already established entities: The company should consider bidding for toys, comic books and other consumer's products for already established entities like TCM, Star wars etc.
- Company should produce user friendly websites: The company should produce such websites that should be user friendly, easy to operate and attractive. Colourful, musical and tricky websites are always liked by the children. A user friendly website can also help attracting customers toward the company's brands.
- Technological growth should be done:Only those companies can survive that comes up with new technological ideas. New technologies should be introduced in toy making specially. Children love buying the toys which they have seen on TV or in shape of a cartoon character. They should be designed wisely by using latest technologies.
- The toy market should be highly competitive and driven by volume: Marvel should make high margins in competitive market by licensing. The percentage of Marvel sale vs. industry is 19%.
- Movies should be purposeful: The purpose of the movies should be introducing the audience with Marvel universe and to let them discover the potential of Marvel superheroes like Spiderman. The movie should be purposeful and should be made wisely. This will take the company to the zenith of success.
The following alternatives can be used by the company
- Marvel comics can be used as an alternatives of classic board games like X Men monopoly
- Less popular characters can be used as an alternative to super heroes like Spiderman
- Real life characters can be introduced to make the existing characters more powerful
- More emphasis should be given on e comics. these can be used as an alternative of traditional comics.
SWOT Analysis of Marvel enterprises Inc:
The purpose of SWOT analysis is to see what are the strengths and weaknesses inside the organization and what opportunities and threats the company might face outside the organization.
TOWS Analysis:
A TOWs Matrix is basically used for putting a SWOT analysis into action, which means that whatever analysis we made in a SWOT analysis, meaningful strategies are formulated on its basis.
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Marvel enterprises Inc Porter's 5 forces
Porter's 5 forces are applicable to the entertainment industry too. It can effect in the following ways:
- Threat of new entrants: There is always a possibility of new entrants in any industry especially the entertainment industry. it is the duty of the producers and manufacturers of Marvel enterprises, Inc create such products that keep the interest of customer's in that particular product or character alive. The company needs to create such strategies and add new technologies that new entrants do not find much space to show their capabilities fully.
- Bargaining power of suppliers: There is a kind of competition among the suppliers. only those suppliers can survive in the entertainment industry that come up with the latest technologies. Survival of the fittest is the only policy in the world of entertainment.
- Rivalry among existing industry firms: As it has discussed earlier that the best strategy to compete the existing rivals of the industry is to provide such products and services to the customers that are equal or partially equal to the big names of the industry. An utmost effort should be made by Marvel enterprises to create better entrainment stuff and maintain its unique quality of differentiation.
- Bargaining power of buyers: Buyers have the liberty to like or dislike a particular company. Their past experience help them a lot to decide whether they want to deal with the company or not. Buyer satisfaction ultimately leads to the popularity of the entertainment company. The customers today have a better bargaining power due to a wide choice available in the world of entertainment. The Marvel Enterprises should take the bargaining power of customers as a serious concern for a sustainable survival in future.
- Threat of substitute products: The threats of substitute products are much higher in entertainment industry as compared to any other industry. The rival companies may come up with a new character which may increase the market share of these competing companies. When customers have more choice of products than it is difficult for a company to sustain its success. It is the time to make full use of innovation and creativity.


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Published: February 11th, 2011 Art & Creative , City Life & Neighborhood , Events & Nightlife , Film & Video
The first band we ever had a chance to talk to for Brass Roots was the Soul Rebels Brass Band. One of the preeminent New Orleans brass band since they formed in the mid-1990s, the Soul Rebels are one of the most innovative and exciting brass bands in the city, continually pushing the genres boundaries with every performance.
We had the pleasure to sit down with with the band over the course of several nights and talked with them about their history – as a band and individuals. Above are the band's founders and only remaining original…
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