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The Power of Independent Thinking
Developing the Developed World
Entrepreneurship, Liberty, and the Future
Recorded: Tuesday, January 27, 2015
In his #1 New York Times bestselling book, Zero to One, Peter Thiel presents his often contrarian ideas about competition, progress, technology, and finding value in unexpected placesto build a future that we have yet to dream, but that may someday become reality. In Developing the Developed World he brings these ideas to life, including his insights on how to create true innovations in the world of atomsnot just digits and bitsand how to foster a peaceful, prosperous and freer future marked by globalization in a world of limited resources.
Peter Thiel is Founder and Managing Member of Clarium Capital Management, LLC; Co-Founder of Paypal, Palantir Technologies, Mithril Capital Management, and Valar Ventures; Managing Partner of Founders Fund; and past President of Thiel Capital International and Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Confinity, Inc. He has been a Research Fellow at the Independent Institute, and he is the author of the books:
The Diversity Myth: Multiculturalism and Political Intolerance on Campus (with David O. Sacks)
He co-founded PayPal in 1998, led it as CEO, and in 2002 sold it to eBay and founded Clarium Capital Management, a global macro fund. In 2004 he made the first outside investment in Facebook, where he serves as a director. The same year he co-founded Palantir Technologies, a software company that harnesses computers to empower human analysts in fields like security and global finance. He has provided early funding for LinkedIn, Yelp, RoboteX, Spotify, and dozens of successful technology startups. He is a co-founder and partner at Founders Fund, a venture capital firm that has funded companies like SpaceX and Airbnb. And in 2012 he co-founded Mithril Capital Management, an international technology investment fund.
Mr. Thiel started the Thiel Fellowship, which ignited a national debate by encouraging young people to put learning before schooling, and he leads the Thiel Foundation, which works to advance technological progress and long-term thinking about the future. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Stanford University, where he received an A.B. in philosophy and a J.D. from the Stanford University School of Law. He further co-produced the film, "Thank You for Smoking," he was rated a master by the United States Chess Federation, and he received the Innovation Award from "The Economist" in 2010.
Experts: Peter A. ThielType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Antitrust, Competition, and Monopoly, Bureaucracy and Government, Business, Civil Liberties/ Human Rights, Corporate Welfare, Culture/ Society, Economic History and Development (U.S.), Energy, Free Market Economics, Freedom, Government Power, Health Care, History (U.S), Labor and Employment, Law Enforcement, Political Ideology and Philosophy, Politics, Privatization, Public Health/ Consumer Protection, Regulation and Deregulation, Science, Technology, Trade
Mary L. G. Theroux: Private vs. Public Disaster Relief
2013 Summer Seminar for High School Students
Recorded: Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Mary L. G. Theroux, speaking from experience, explains why the non-profit sector and business do much more to serve those most in need than politicians and bureaucracy can achieve. Talk given on July 24, 2013 in Oakland, CA.
Experts: Mary L. G. TherouxType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Bureaucracy and Government, Culture/ Society, Public Health/ Consumer Protection, Regulation and Deregulation
Benjamin Powell Globalization and Development
2013 Summer Seminar for College Students
Recorded: Thursday, July 18, 2013
Benjamin Powell defends free trade for developing societies and critiques the common defense of anti-sweatshop legislation. Talk given on July 18, 2013 in Berkeley, CA
Experts: Benjamin W. PowellType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Business, Economic Policy, Free Market Economics, Labor and Employment, Political Ideology and Philosophy, Public Health/ Consumer Protection
John C. Goodman on Replacing Obamacare and Curing the Healthcare Crisis
Recorded: Thursday, October 4, 2012
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Research Fellow John C. Goodman, author of Priceless: Curing the Healthcare Crisis, speaks on Americas healthcare challenges.
Experts: John C. GoodmanType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Free Market Economics, Health Care, Public Health/ Consumer Protection
The New International Arms Race in SpaceAnd How to Avoid It
Recorded: Friday, March 7, 2008
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An Independent Policy Forum held on 3/7/08. Peter L. Hays, Associate Director of the Eisenhower Center for Space and Defense Studies, and Theresa Hitchens, Director of the Center for Defense Information, discuss the implications that the U.S. takedown of a malfunctioning satellite have for a potential arms race in space.
Experts: Ivan Eland, Peter L. Hays, Theresa HitchensType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Defense and Foreign Policy, Diplomacy and Foreign Aid, Science, Technology
Is Walmart Good or Bad for America? A Debate
Recorded: Tuesday, May 8, 2007
Richard K. Vedder and Ken Jacobs debate whether the rise of Walmart and similar big box retailers have been beneficial or harmful to the US economy.
Richard K. Vedder is Senior Fellow at The Independent Institute and Edwin and Ruth Kennedy Distinguished Professor of Economics and Faculty Associate, Contemporary History Institute, Ohio University. Professor Vedder is co-author (with Lowell Gallaway) of The Independent Institute book, "Out of Work," the recipient of both the Sir Antony Fisher International Memorial Award and Mencken Award Finalist for Best Book, and the Institute monograph, Can Teachers Own Their Own Schools?
Ken Jacobs is Chair of the U.C. Berkeley Labor Center, and a former member of the Mayors Universal Health Care Council in San Francisco. He is the Co-author od Declining Job-Based Health Coverage for Working Families in California and the United States, and Hidden Costs of Wal-Mart Jobs.
David J. Theroux is Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Independent Institute and Publisher of The Independent Review.
Type: Independent Institute EventIssues: Antitrust, Competition, and Monopoly, Business, Culture/ Society, Economic History and Development (U.S.), Economists, Free Market Economics, History (U.S), Labor and Employment, Politics, Public Health/ Consumer Protection
Friedrich Hayek and the Future of Liberty
Recorded: Wednesday, May 16, 2001
Friedrich A. Hayek (1899-1992) left such a profound mark on economic and political thought that The New Yorker has called the 20th century, "The Hayek Century." After converting to free-market capitalism and classical liberalism in the 1920s, Hayek became one of socialism's and statism's staunchest critics. His 1944 bestseller, The Road to Serfdom, warned of central government planning's authoritarian, and even totalitarian, tendencies- and helped reignite worldwide interest in the philosophy and practice of freedom. Although Hayek's 1974 Nobel Prize in Economic Science brought renewed interest in his ideas, it wasn't until the collapse of the Soviet Bloc (which Hayek predicted) that his vast writings on economics, political philosophy, law, history, culture, and other fields became broadly recognized as essential to achieve a prosperous, humane and free society. Biographer Alan Ebenstein and economist Charles Baird shed light on Hayek's seminal legacy and the rebirth of freedom.
Experts: Charles W. Baird, Alan O. EbensteinType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Economic History and Development (U.S.), Economic Policy, Economists, Fiscal Policy/Debt, Public Health/ Consumer Protection
Stopping Violent Crime: New Directions for Reduction and Prevention
Recorded: Tuesday, December 3, 1996
Tuesday, December 3, 1996
Co-sponsored by the Independent Institute and Koch Crime Commission
University Theater, Garvey Fine Arts Center
Washburn University, Topeka, KS
Arthur R. Miller, Professor of Law, Harvard University
Bruce L. Benson, Professor of Economics, Florida State University; Senior Fellow, The Independent Institute
Erika Holzer, bestselling author of book and major motion picture, Eye for an Eye
Wendy Kaminer, Contributing Editor, The Atlantic Monthly
William I. Koch, Chairman, Koch Crime Commission
Alan J. Lizotte, Director, Hindelang Criminal Justice Research Center, University at Albany
David B. Sentelle, Judge, U. S. Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit
David J. Theroux, Founder and President, The Independent Institute
Richard L. Thornburgh, former U.S. Attorney General
Hubert Williams, President, Police Foundation
Marvin E. Wolfgang, Director, Sellin Center for Studies in Criminology, University of Pennsylvania
James R. Wyrsch, President, Wyrsch Hobbs Mirakian & Lee, P.C.
Violent crime continues to be a major social and economic problem in the United States and around the world. This important debate, held before an audience of 1,000 at Washburn University, features a panel of experts from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, including criminal justice officials, business and civic leaders, scholars, and best-selling authors.
In a lively and challenging exchange of ideas, the program addresses why the criminal justice system has become increasingly bureaucratized and politicized, ever less responsive and ever more costly. Topics include victims rights, crime and incarceration rates, restitution, civil liberties, illicit drugs, guns, racism, policing, privatization, and sentencing.
Co-sponsored by The Independent Institute and Koch Crime Commission, this program was distributed by Central Educational Network and appeared on the Public Broadcasting System.
Experts: Bruce L. Benson, Erika Holzer, Wendy Kaminer, William I. Koch, Alan J. Lizotte, Arthur R. Miller, David B. Sentelle, David J. Theroux, Richard L. Thornburgh, Hubert Williams, Marvin E. Wolfgang, James R. WyrschType: Independent Institute EventIssues: Bureaucracy and Government, Civil Liberties/ Human Rights, Constitutional Law, Crime, Criminal Justice/ Prisons, Culture/ Society, Drugs (Illicit), Family, Gun Control, Labor and Employment, Law Enforcement, Political Ideology and Philosophy, Public Health/ Consumer Protection, Race Issues, Urban Issues, Welfare, Womens Issues


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Michel Hignette, head of the Porte Doree aquarium, says aquariums save the lives of these reptiles since they cannot survive in the wild.
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For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:
(1) Adjusted income
The term "adjusted income" means the annual income that remains after excluding the following amounts:
(A) Youths, students, and persons with disabilities
$480 for each member of the family residing in the household (other than the head of the household or the spouse of the head of the household)—
(C) Medical and attendant expenses
The amount by which 3 percent of the annual income of the family is exceeded by the aggregate of—
(D) Child care expenses
Child care expenses, to the extent necessary to enable another member of the family to be employed or to further his or her education.
(E) Earned income of minors
The amount of any earned income of any member of the family who is less than 18 years of age.
(F) Travel expenses
Excessive travel expenses, not to exceed $25 per family per week, for employment- or education-related travel.
(2) Affordable housing
The term "affordable housing" means housing that complies with the requirements for affordable housing under subchapter II of this chapter. The term includes permanent housing for homeless persons who are persons with disabilities, transitional housing, and single room occupancy housing.
(3) Drug-related criminal activity
(4) Elderly families and near-elderly families
The terms "elderly family" and "near-elderly family" mean a family whose head (or his or her spouse), or whose sole member, is an elderly person or a near-elderly person, respectively. Such terms include 2 or more elderly persons or near-elderly persons living together, and 1 or more such persons living with 1 or more persons determined under the Indian housing plan for the agency to be essential to their care or well-being.
(6) Family
The term "family" includes a family with or without children, an elderly family, a near-elderly family, a disabled family, and a single person.
(7) Grant beneficiary
The term "grant beneficiary" means the Indian tribe or tribes on behalf of which a grant is made under this chapter to a recipient.
(8) Housing related community development
(A) In general
The term "housing related community development" means any facility, community building, business, activity, or infrastructure that—
(9) Income
The term "income" means income from all sources of each member of the household, as determined in accordance with criteria prescribed by the Secretary, except that the following amounts may not be considered as income under this paragraph:
(11) Indian area
The term "Indian area" means the area within which an Indian tribe or a tribally designated housing entity, as authorized by 1 or more Indian tribes, provides assistance under this chapter for affordable housing.
(12) Indian housing plan
The term "Indian housing plan" means a plan under section 4112 of this title.
(13) Indian tribe
(A) In general
The term "Indian tribe" means a tribe that is a federally recognized tribe or a State recognized tribe.
(B) Federally recognized tribe
The term "federally recognized tribe" means any Indian tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community of Indians, including any Alaska Native village or regional or village corporation as defined in or established pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act [43 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.], that is recognized as eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States to Indians because of their status as Indians pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450 et seq.).
(C) State recognized tribe
(i) In general The term "State recognized tribe" means any tribe, band, nation, pueblo, village, or community—
(II) for which an Indian Housing Authority has, before the effective date under section 705, entered into a contract with the Secretary pursuant to the United States Housing Act of 1937 [42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.] for housing for Indian families and has received funding pursuant to such contract within the 5-year period ending upon such effective date.
(ii) Conditions Notwithstanding clause (i)—
(I) the allocation formula under section 4152 of this title shall be determined for a State recognized tribe under tribal membership eligibility criteria in existence on October 26, 1996; and
(14) Low-income family
The term "low-income family" means a family whose income does not exceed 80 percent of the median income for the area, as determined by the Secretary with adjustments for smaller and larger families, except that the Secretary may, for purposes of this paragraph, establish income ceilings higher or lower than 80 percent of the median for the area on the basis of the findings of the Secretary or the agency that such variations are necessary because of prevailing levels of construction costs or unusually high or low family incomes.
(15) Median income
The term "median income" means, with respect to an area that is an Indian area, the greater of—
(16) Near-elderly person
The term "near-elderly person" means a person who is at least 55 years of age and less than 62 years of age.
(17) Nonprofit
The term "nonprofit" means, with respect to an organization, association, corporation, or other entity, that no part of the net earnings of the entity inures to the benefit of any member, founder, contributor, or individual.
(18) Person with disabilities
The term "person with disabilities" means a person who—
(B) is determined, pursuant to regulations issued by the Secretary, to have a physical, mental, or emotional impairment which—
Such term shall not exclude persons who have the disease of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome or any conditions arising from the etiologic agent for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no individual shall be considered a person with disabilities, for purposes of eligibility for housing assisted under this chapter, solely on the basis of any drug or alcohol dependence. The Secretary shall consult with other appropriate Federal agencies to implement the preceding sentence.
(19) Recipient
The term "recipient" means an Indian tribe or the entity for one or more Indian tribes that is authorized to receive grant amounts under this chapter on behalf of the tribe or tribes.
(20) Secretary
Except as otherwise specifically provided in this chapter, the term "Secretary" means the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.
(21) State
The term "State" means the States of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the Virgin Islands, American Samoa, and any other territory or possession of the United States and Indian tribes.
(22) Tribally designated housing entity
The terms "tribally designated housing entity" and "housing entity" have the following meaning:
(A) Existing IHA's
With respect to any Indian tribe that has not taken action under subparagraph (B), and for which an Indian housing authority—
(i) was established for purposes of the United States Housing Act of 1937 [42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.] before October 26, 1996, that meets the requirements under the United States Housing Act of 1937,
the terms mean such Indian housing authority.
(B) Other entities
With respect to any Indian tribe that, pursuant to this chapter, authorizes an entity other than the tribal government to receive grant amounts and provide assistance under this chapter for affordable housing for Indians, which entity is established—
(i) by exercise of the power of self-government of one or more Indian tribes independent of State law, or
(ii) by operation of State law providing specifically for housing authorities or housing entities for Indians, including regional housing authorities in the State of Alaska,
the terms mean such entity.
Source(Pub. L. 104–330, § 4,Oct. 26, 1996, 110 Stat. 4018; Pub. L. 105–256, § 13(b),Oct. 14, 1998, 112 Stat. 1900; Pub. L. 105–276, title V, § 595(e)(1), (2),Oct. 21, 1998, 112 Stat. 2656; Pub. L. 106–402, title IV, § 401(b)(2),Oct. 30, 2000, 114 Stat. 1737; Pub. L. 107–292, § 3,Nov. 13, 2002, 116 Stat. 2053; Pub. L. 110–411, § 3,Oct. 14, 2008, 122 Stat. 4320; Pub. L. 111–269, § 2,Oct. 12, 2010, 124 Stat. 2850.)
References in Text
This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original "this Act", meaning Pub. L. 104–330, Oct. 26, 1996, 110 Stat. 4016, known as the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 4101 of this title and Tables.
The Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, referred to in par. (8)(B), is Pub. L. 100–497, Oct. 17, 1988, 102 Stat. 2467, which is classified principally to chapter 29 (§ 2701 et seq.) of this title. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 2701 of this title and Tables.
The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, referred to in par. (13)(B), is Pub. L. 92–203, Dec. 18, 1971, 85 Stat. 688, which is classified generally to chapter 33 (§ 1601 et seq.) of Title 43, Public Lands. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 1601 of Title 43 and Tables.
The Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, referred to in par. (13)(B), is Pub. L. 93–638, Jan. 4, 1975, 88 Stat. 2203, which is classified principally to subchapter II (§ 450 et seq.) of chapter 14 of this title. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 450 of this title and Tables.
For the effective date under section 705, referred to in par. (13)(C)(i)(II), as Oct. 26, 1996, see section 705 ofPub. L. 104–330, set out as an Effective Date note under section 4211 of this title.
The United States Housing Act of 1937, referred to in pars. (13)(C)(i)(II) and (22)(A)(i), is act Sept. 1, 1937, ch. 896, as revised generally by Pub. L. 93–383, title II, § 201(a),Aug. 22, 1974, 88 Stat. 653, which is classified generally to chapter 8 (§ 1437 et seq.) of Title 42, The Public Health and Welfare. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 1437 of Title 42 and Tables.
2010—Par. (9)(C). Pub. L. 111–269added subpar. (C).
2008—Pars. (8) to (22). Pub. L. 110–411added par. (8), redesignated former pars. (8) to (21) as (9) to (22), respectively, and struck out former par. (22) which defined "housing related community development".
2002—Par. (22). Pub. L. 107–292added par. (22).
2000—Par. (17)(C). Pub. L. 106–402substituted "as defined in section 15002 of title 42" for "as defined in section 6001 of title 42".
1998—Par. (10). Pub. L. 105–276, § 595(e)(1), amended heading and text of par. (10) generally. Prior to amendment, text read as follows: "The term 'Indian area' means the area within which a tribally designated housing entity is authorized by one or more Indian tribes to provide assistance under this chapter for affordable housing."
Par. (12)(B). Pub. L. 105–256substituted "Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450 et seq.)" for "Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1975".
Par. (12)(C)(i)(II). Pub. L. 105–276, § 595(e)(2), substituted "705" for "107".
Effective Date
Section effective Oct. 1, 1997, except as otherwise expressly provided, see section 107 ofPub. L. 104–330, set out as a note under section 4101 of this title.
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It's amazing how an uplifting quote or inspirational story can completely change your day, and sometimes your life. One quote that touches your heart or reminds you of your dreams can inspire steps that would otherwise remain untaken and stir new perspectives on life and possibilities.
Insight of the Day was created to spread inspiration through something small, on a large scale. Though there are a ton of different 'quote websites', on this page you'll always find a wealth of inspiring, motivating and insightful quotes – thoughtfully chosen with you and your dreams in mind.
You can also subscribe for Insight of the Day to receive an uplifting quote every day of the week and an inspirational story on Friday right in your inbox.
Quotes are almost like a form of art, while some are truly inspirational, others are beautiful, and at times motivational. Quotes have become a popular read and a great way to start your day if you're looking for some motivation or inspiration. On the other hand, it can also enlighten you to look at things from a different perspective, and with a simply change in perspective, everything can change. Just by reading a small quote, your perspective could change entirely. There are several reasons that a person would want to read a quote, whether it's a famous saying, inspirational quote, motivational quote, or others, they all mean something to someone. Below are top seven reasons why reading daily quotes can be good for you and the benefits they provide.
- Motivation – One of the most common reasons for reading quotes is to get motivated, if you're feeling burnt out from studying or going to the gym, a simply quote can give you the extra motivation just to keep going. Motivation comes from several sources, while some are more influential, simply reading a daily quote every morning can bring forth a whole level of motivation.
- Inspiration – Every human being on this planet requires inspiration to live, whether it's an individual, a part of history, or a simply quote, the inspiration can bring out the best in us. Inspiration comes in all forms, a quote that is inspirational to you, may not be inspirational to others. The beauty is that everything can be a form of inspiration with the right perspective. There are various daily quotes relating to inspiration, a popular quote is 'Nothing is impossible, the word itself is 'I'm possible'!'
- A new perspective – Quotes are but a few sentences using regular words, but with a deeper meaning. And often provide some sort of different perspective on a matter. Some common subjects relate a new, more passive perspective to reacting to violence, or perhaps seeing the beauty in all objects, alive or not. If you're working a dead end job, from 9 to 5 everyday, by looking at the positive aspects of your life, you can learn to not only appreciate what you have, but to strive for more.
- Enlightenment – Enlightenment is the state of better understanding or receiving new knowledge, a simple quote can provide a wealth of knowledge, more than an entire textbook could provide. There are very few quotes out there that have this sort of affect. However, by reading a daily quote, you can enlighten yourself a small amount day-by-day. It is important to understand that daily quotes provide a different form of understanding, it can be through experience or attained knowledge. It will also depend on your interpretation of the quote.
- Guidance – Regardless of the stage in your life, you may come across a time where you need a little guidance. Some of the most popular quotes were written by intelligent, wise and experience individuals. They may have had experienced something similar to what you had experienced, and may provide insight and guidance on how to deal with a problem, or navigate through your life. Reading a daily quote can provide some significant insight on your life, and you may even find the guidance you're looking for on your own.
- Deeper thinking – Most, if not all quotes have a deeper meaning and can be interpreted several different ways, a thought provoking quote can cause you achieve a deeper understanding of a subject. Whether it's the approach to hatred, love, hard work, peace, etc. For example, the quote 'Be thankful for everybody in your life, good and bad, past and present. They all made you the person you are today.' While the meaning is quite straightforward, you can extend your thinking by asking the question 'How society and your interactions made you the person today?'.
- Encouraging positivity – Reading daily quotes can promote more positive behaviour and thinking, and can affect your entire day. If you're working, you may be more positive about your contributions to the workplace, or just more optimistic about your life. At times, we may experience negative things, a simply daily quote can quickly change the negative into a positive and may just make your day. An excellent quote on positivity is as mentioned 'Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you'll start having positive results.'
Daily quotes are an excellent way to start your day, they can be inspirational quotes, motivational quotes, and are usually famous sayings by well-known individuals in history. While some of these quotes are popular due to their deeper meaning, some are popular due to the history behind the author of the quote. Gandhi is an excellent example. If you're looking to start your day motivated, inspired, enlightened, and positively, reading a quote a day will do just that.
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TASAF executive director Ladislaus Mwamanga revealed this in Dar es Salaam yesterday when briefing journalists on the Forum for the programme, which commence today in Bagamoyo.
He said that TASAF had been chosen to host the Forum following its successful implementation of the programme by using local communities.
Mwamanga said that the CB-CCT Programme is being implemented as a pilot project in three districts of Bagamoyo, Kibaha, and Chamwino, whereby a total of 5000 households with 13,000 people have benefited from it.
He said that through the programme poor and vulnerable households were provided with cash, which they used to send their children to health facilities for immunization, financing nutritional and growth monitoring, and sending their children to school.
Mwamanga said, under the programme, each household was provided with USD 18, equivalent to 30,600/-, after every two months and so far a total of 1,638 children have benefited from the initiative.
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Mwamanga said more than 13,030 community projects with a total value of 265.5bn/- have been supported.
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- "For the Greater Good."
- —Gellert Grindelwald's slogan.[src]
Gellert Grindelwald (c. 1882-1998) was considered to be one of the most powerful Dark Wizards of all time, second only to Tom Marvolo Riddle, who later became known as Lord Voldemort. He was schooled at Durmstrang Institute and later took up a friendship with Albus Dumbledore when he lived in Godric's Hollow for a summer with his great-aunt, Bathilda Bagshot, following his expulsion. The two made plans to find the Deathly Hallows and create a world in which Muggles would be subservient to wizards and witches. This partnership fell apart after the two were involved in a three-way duel with Aberforth Dumbledore that resulted in Ariana Dumbledore's death.
Grindelwald left Britain and soon stole the Elder Wand, building an army and rising to power in continental Europe. During his reign of terror, he murdered many wizards and Muggles. In 1945, at the height of his power, his former friend Dumbledore confronted him due to the cries of the public and defeated him in what became known as a legendary duel. Grindelwald was subsequently imprisoned in his own prison Nurmengard for decades. He was slain there by Lord Voldemort in 1998, when Voldemort was in search of the Elder Wand, which Grindelwald refused to give him any information about.
Early life
- "Educated at Durmstrang, a school famous even then for its unfortunate tolerance of the Dark Arts, Grindelwald showed himself quite as precociously brilliant as Dumbledore. Rather than channel his abilities into the attainment of awards and prizes, however, Gellert Grindelwald devoted himself to other pursuits. At sixteen years old, even Durmstrang felt it could no longer turn a blind eye to the twisted experiments of Gellert Grindelwald, and he was expelled."
- —Excerpt from The Life and Lies of Albus Dumbledore describing Grindelwald's school days[src]
Gellert Grindelwald was born around 1882, probably in Hungary or Central or Eastern Europe. He was educated at the wizarding school of Durmstrang Institute, and as a student, he proved himself to be as brilliant and talented in the magical arts as Albus Dumbledore. However, he did not use his talents to win awards and prizes like Dumbledore; instead, he chose to devote them to experimenting with the Dark Arts. His experiments became sadistic to the point of nearly killing several of his fellow students, and he was expelled at the age of sixteen.
He was particularly interested in the Deathly Hallows, even using the Hallows' symbol as his own and engraving it on the walls of Durmstrang prior to his departure. His research led him to stay with his great-aunt, Bathilda Bagshot, in Godric's Hollow, England, where Ignotus Peverell, said to be the rightful keeper of Death's Cloak of Invisibility, had been laid to rest.[3]
Friendship with Dumbledore
It was in Godric's Hollow that Grindelwald met and befriended Albus Dumbledore, a young wizard as talented and brilliant as he. The two teenage boys became united by their ambitions for glory and plans to bring about "a new world order" in which wizards would rule over Muggles. They shared a passion for the Deathly Hallows, although for different reasons: Dumbledore wanted to use the Resurrection Stone to bring back his dead parents, while Grindelwald, viewing the Hallows as items of dark power, wanted to use it to create an army of Inferi. They coined the phrase that would become Grindelwald's slogan and his justification for committing horrific crimes against those who opposed him: "For the Greater Good."[4] The two became extremely close, even to the point of romantic attraction on Dumbledore's part[5]. At some point, Grindelwald became aware of his friend's attraction and used it to his advantage, manipulating the other wizard into aiding him unquestioningly in his plans[6].
- "He didn't like that. Grindelwald didn't like that at all. He got angry. He told me what a stupid little boy I was, trying to stand in the way of him and my brilliant brother . . . Didn't I understand, my poor sister wouldn't have to be hidden once they'd changed the world, and led the wizards out of hiding, and taught the Muggles their place? And there was an argument . . . and I pulled my wand, and he pulled out his..."
- —Aberforth Dumbledore to Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley[src]
Aberforth Dumbledore became aware of the pair's plans, and attempted to dissuade Albus from dragging their troubled younger sister, Ariana, along with them on their campaign, knowing she would not receive the kind of care and attention she needed to keep her stable. Grindelwald inflicted the Cruciatus Curse on Aberforth, and Albus moved to defend his brother, igniting a three-way duel in which Ariana was killed. Aberforth and Albus were devastated. Albus ended his friendship with Grindelwald, who fled the country, not wanting to be associated with the death considering the fact that he already had a bad record in his country.[7]
Rise to Dark Power
- "In a list of Most Dangerous Dark Wizards of All Time, he'd miss out on the top spot only because You-Know-Who arrived, a generation later, to steal his crown."
- —a line from The Life and Lies of Albus Dumbledore about Grindelwald[src]
Working on his own from that point forward, Grindelwald delved into his research of the Deathly Hallows, and uncovered the location of the Elder Wand. Rumours had been circulating that the renowned wandsmith Gregorovitch had the wand and was trying to duplicate its properties. Grindelwald broke into the wandmaker's workshop, and succeeded in claiming ownership of the fabled wand by waiting until Gregorovitch came then casting a stunning spell on him to be the rightful owner instead.[8]
Over the years, Grindelwald raised an army and began a reign of terror that spread through several European countries, though he never attempted to take power in Britain for his fear of his former friend, Dumbledore, who was "a shade more skilful" than he was.[9] During his reign, he built the Nurmengard prison to hold any objectors, and murdered countless European wizards, including Viktor Krum's grandfather[10], all the while continuing to claim everything he did was "for the greater good." which was the phrase he put on the entrance of Nurmengard.
- "...while I busied myself with the training of young wizards, Grindelwald was raising an army. They say he feared me, and perhaps he did, but less, I think, than I feared him... It was the truth I feared. You see, I never knew which of us, in that last, horrific fight, had actually cast the curse that killed my sister... I think he knew it, I think he knew what frightened me. I delayed meeting him until finally, it would have been too shameful to resist any longer. People were dying and he seemed unstoppable, and I had to do what I could."
- —Albus Dumbledore[src]
Fall from power and life imprisonment
When his dark work and justification became "too much", he was finally confronted, due to the cries of the public, by his old friend Albus Dumbledore, who bested him in a duel. Eye-witnesses stated that it was the greatest duel ever fought between wizards. Dumbledore then became the master of the Elder Wand, and Grindelwald was sent back to his homeland and put in the topmost cell of Nurmengard where he spent the rest of his life until his murder by Lord Voldemort.[9]
Fifty-three years after his defeat, Grindelwald was slain in his prison cell by Lord Voldemort, who was searching for the Elder Wand for himself. It was only during the confrontation in Grindelwald's cell that Voldemort learned Albus Dumbledore had claimed the wand long ago. Grindelwald showed no fear during this confrontation, taunting Voldemort by name and laughing at his desire for the wand. Voldemort ended Grindelwald's life with the Killing Curse in the spring of 1998.[11]
Physical appearance
As a young man, Grindelwald had golden blond hair and a "merry, wild" face. Harry Potter thought he had "a Fred and George-ish air of triumphant trickery about him". He was considered to be handsome just like young Tom Riddle.[12]
Near the end of his life, when Voldemort found him at the top of Nurmengard, Grindelwald had been emaciated, his body becoming a frail skeletal figure, his skull-like face with great sunken eyes, and most of his teeth were gone.
Personality and traits
- Harry Potter: "Grindelwald tried to stop Voldemort going after the wand. He lied, you know, pretended he had never had it."
- Albus Dumbledore: "They say he showed remorse in later years, alone in his cell at Nurmengard. I hope that is true. I would like to think that he did feel the horror and shame of what he had done. Perhaps that lie to Voldemort was his attempt to make amends . . . to prevent Voldemort from taking the Hallow . . ."
- Harry Potter: ". . .or maybe from breaking into your tomb?"
- — Harry Potter and Albus Dumbledore discussing Grindelwald after his death[src]
Grindelwald was a charming and brilliant young wizard, but even as a teenager he was fascinated by the Dark Arts, and was dangerously powerful and ambitious.[3] He was highly intelligent, magically talented, and ruthless, with a vicious temper; for example, when Aberforth Dumbledore challenged his plans and tried to convince his older brother to abandon them, Grindelwald "lost control" and used the Cruciatus Curse on Aberforth.[9] Grindelwald was considered the most powerful Dark Wizard in history, aside from Lord Voldemort.[3]
Grindelwald was a narcissist, being very self-absorbed and thinking almost no one was his equal. He gifted his friendship only to those who had something to offer him in return, such as Albus Dumbledore. He also showed himself to be highly manipulative, such as when he wilfully exploited his friend's affection for him in order to gain Dumbledore's cooperation with his plans.[6]
Grindelwald apparently did not know fear, or at least did not show it. Even face-to-face with the only Dark Wizard to ever be considered more dangerous than himself, wandless and helpless, Grindelwald was openly defiant and even mocking, goading Voldemort into killing him. He claimed during this moment that, unlike the Dark Lord, he had no fear of death[11]. On the contrary, he taunted Voldemort by claiming that he welcomed death which shows that unlike The Dark Lord, Grindelwald knows and agrees with Albus Dumbledore in the fact that there are other things that are much worse than death.
There is evidence that Grindelwald felt remorse for all he had done. He does seem to have shown some doubts about his actions, as he felt the need to justify his atrocities by claiming that they were "for the greater good".[3] This is further supported by the fact he chose to stun Gregorovitch, not kill, when he acquired the Elder Wand. He also seemed to genuinely care about Albus Dumbledore, though he did not ever return Dumbledore's romantic feelings. He valued their friendship when they were young and respected Dumbledore's abilities; like Voldemort, he seemed to be afraid of no one except Dumbledore. Part of his motivation for refusing to give Voldemort any information about the Elder Wand may have been a desire to prevent Dumbledore's tomb from being desecrated, or even out of pure remorse for his own crimes. Alternatively, he may have merely wanted to taunt Voldemort.[9]
Magical abilities and skills
- "In a list of "Most Dangerous Dark Wizards of All Time", he'd miss out on the top spot only because You-Know-Who arrived, a generation later, to steal his crown."
- —A line from The Life and Lies of Albus Dumbledore about Grindelwald.[src]
Grindelwald was brilliantly talented while a student and later as an adult. His skills in magic are comparable with Albus Dumbledore and Lord Voldemort. As a former master of the Elder Wand, Grindelwald's magic was further enforced by the artifact's legendary powers.
- Dark Arts: Grindelwald had a talent and passion for the Dark Arts from a young age. In his school days he experimented with Dark Arts on his friends at Durmstrang. His experiments in Dark Arts were almost lethal, even in his youth. As an adult, he nearly perfected almost every aspect of Dark magic which led him on top of the list of The Most Dangerous Dark Wizards of All Time, long before Lord Voldemort appeared.
- Duelling: Grindelwald was a highly skilled duellist, able to fight with Albus Dumbledore when he was at the height of his power; their duel has entered history as the greatest duel ever fought between two wizards. He defeated and killed many powerful witches and wizards in duels during his reign of terror in Europe. However, Grindelwald was unable to defeat Albus despite the fact that he was wielding the Elder Wand at the time. Albus described himself as "a shade more skilful" than Grindelwald.
- Knowledge of Wandlore: Grindelwald was aware that to take control of the Elder Wand he needed to not just steal the wand, but defeat the previous owner.
- Invisibility: Albus Dumbledore said that Grindelwald could make himself invisible without the use of an invisibility cloak; to achieve such a state, Grindelwald would have used an extremely powerful Disillusionment Charm.
- Stunning Spell: Grindelwald was able to stun Gregorovitch in order to win the Elder Wand's loyalty from him.
- Occlumency : It is extremely likely that Grindlewald was an extremely accomlished Occlumens, as even Lord Voldemort, who has gained the reputation to be the most accomplished Legilimens alive, was unable to penetrate his mind to gain information for the search of the Elder Wand.
- Cruciatus Curse: Grindelwald was adept at casting the Cruciatus Curse, and utilised it on at least one occasion against Aberforth Dumbledore.
Albus Dumbledore
- "Did I know, in my heart of hearts, what Gellert Grindelwald was? I think I did, but I closed my eyes."
- —Albus Dumbledore to Harry Potter, about his friendship with Gellert Grindelwald[src]
Albus Dumbledore first met Grindelwald when he was seventeen. They were introduced by Grindelwald's great aunt, Bathilda Bagshot. They got along almost instantly, according to Bagshot. They were ultimately united by their desire to have the Deathly Hallows. Although Dumbledore had romantic feelings towards Grindelwald, Grindelwald never returned this affection. Instead, he exploited his friend's infatuation in order to keep Albus on his side and maintained their friendship primarily because he saw Albus as his equal in power and intellect.[6] They were very close for two months, making plans to find the Deathly Hallows and lead a wizarding revolution, and Albus neglected his younger siblings, Aberforth and Ariana, as a result. When Aberforth confronted the pair over this, Grindelwald lost his temper and attacked Aberforth. Albus rushed forward to defend his brother, and during the duel Ariana was killed. Grindelwald fled, his friendship with Albus over.
Over the next few decades, Grindelwald gained power in Europe, and Dumbledore refused to face him out of fear that Grindelwald knew who had really killed Ariana. Eventually, however, Dumbledore could no longer stand idly by as his old friend terrorized Europe. In 1945, Grindelwald combated Dumbledore for a second time in a legendary duel, said by eyewitnesses to be the greatest duel ever fought between wizards. Dumbledore won in the end, and took possession of the Elder Wand and imprisoned Grindelwald in his own prison Nurmengard.
Many years later, in 1998, Grindelwald refused to give any information to Lord Voldemort about the Elder Wand despite the fact that he was imprisoned, wandless and face-to-face with the only Dark Wizard ever considered more powerful than himself. This seems to indicate that Grindelwald no longer held with the views of those who practised the Dark Arts. It was speculated by Harry Potter that Grindelwald had given his life to prevent Voldemort from desecrating Dumbledore's tomb, perhaps indicating that Grindelwald retained some respect and affection for his old friend.
- Gellert is the Hungarian version of Gerard, which comes from the Germanic ger, "spear", and hard, "brave, hardy". Saint Gellert was an Italian-born missionary and martyr who worked in Hungary.[13]
- Gellért Hill is a high hill overlooking the Danube in Budapest, Hungary. Gellért Hill was named after Saint Gerard who was thrown to death from the hill. The famous Hotel Gellért and the Gellért Baths can be found in Gellért Square at the foot of the hill. The Gellért Hill Cave is located within the hill, facing toward Hotel Gellért and the Danube River.
- Grindel is old German for "bolt," and is also similar to the mythic monster Grendel who was defeated by Beowulf. Wald is German for "forest". Grindelwald is also the name of a ski resort in Switzerland.
- It is of interesting but purely speculative note that the name Gellert is very close to the name Gelert, the name of a legendary dog of cultural, but little historical, significance to Northern Wales. According to local mythology, Gelert was the most faithful companion of Prince Llewelyn, mistaken for the assailant of the prince's infant heir. His "grave" is a site in Beddgelert (literally Gelert's Grave), Gwynedd, and the legend is popular in the area.
- In German, wald is "forest." Grind is a scab, as in the hardened covering over a scar; could also be grinsen, a grin or big smile. The words grindel or grendel appeared in early versions of several Germanic languages, including English. Grindan in Old English meant "to grind," and further "destroyer," someone who grinds up others. In Middle English, grindel meant "angry." In Old Norse, grindill was taken from "storm," and also meant "to bellow," or produce a loud, frightening yell. In Danish legend, the Grendel was a fearsome, murderous monster of humanoid form. He was later defeated by the Scandinavian hero Beowulf in the medieval story of the same name.
Behind the scenes
- Grindelwald seems to be the wizarding version of Adolf Hitler. The date of Grindelwald's duel with Dumbledore coincides with the downfall of Nazi Germany. Grindelwald adopted an ancient symbol as his sigil (the symbol of the Deathly Hallows) just as the Nazis adopted the swastika, itself an ancient symbol. Furthermore, the prison Nurmengard shares a similar name to the Franconian city of Nuremberg, where war criminal trials of former Nazis were held. Nurmengard's dual role as prison to both the victims and later the perpetrator may be a reference to Nuremberg's dual significance in World War II, which, aside from being the site of the Nuremberg Trials, was also the site of the proposal and adoption of the Nuremberg Laws, infamous discriminatory laws against Jewish people. Nurmengard also bears a sign that reads "For the Greater Good", which may correspond to the infamous "Arbeit Macht Frei" sign (German for "Work Makes [One] Free") which hung above the entrance to Auschwitz. Grindelwald's eventual sole imprisonment in his own prison is possibly a reference to the fate of Rudolf Hess, who from 1966 until his death in 1987 was the sole prisoner of Spandau prison.
- It was revealed by J. K. Rowling during a tour in 2007 that Albus Dumbledore was homosexual, and harboured romantic feelings for Grindelwald[5]. Although she did not initially comment on Grindelwald's sexuality, Rowling later clarified that although Grindelwald was aware of Dumbledore's feelings, he merely used them to manipulate the other boy and did not reciprocate romantically.[6]
- Despite being expelled from school, Grindelwald never had his wand confiscated and destroyed, as he had it with him when planning for the revolution and attacking Gregorovitch for the Elder Wand, although he might have simply found another wand as replacement.
- In a 2005 interview around the same time Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince was published, Rowling stated that Grindelwald was dead[14]. However, it was revealed in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows that he was still alive and imprisoned in Nurmengard. Rowling could have been speaking in the context of the chronology at the time of the interview, as Deathly Hallows takes place in 1998. She stated in the same interview that it was not a coincidence that he was defeated in 1945, hinting at a connection with Adolf Hitler and at least the European front of World War II.
- British actor Jamie Campbell Bower portrays the young Gellert Grindelwald in the film adaptations of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows[15], whereas Michael Byrne portrays the character as an old man.[16]Bower has stated that he believes his character to be gay, and has referred to Toby Regbo, who portrays the teenage Dumbledore, as his "on-screen lover."
- In the film adaptation of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Grindelwald's position as a Dark wizard and attempted conquest is not explained beyond that he is called a Dark wizard in a deleted scene of the Philosopher's Stone film. More so, he willingly tells Voldemort who had the Elder Wand and where it was, as opposed to the novel where he refuses and dies for it. This suggests that in the film he does not show remorse as implied in the book. Aside from a split second flash of light that looks like a dark figure casting an incantation, Voldemort does not seem to kill Grindelwald as he does in the book, instead appearing to Disapparate away instantly. This is likely because Gellert helped Voldemort.
- It is unknown as to why Grindelwald is considered less of a Dark Lord than Voldemort as Voldemort himself is only known to terrorize England while Grindelwald terrorized all of Europe. One possibility is that his lower position is strictly in England's viewpoint, or simply because Voldemort's campaign of darkness is more recent and so is more heavily etched in the public memory. It could also be due to their differing goals; Grindelwald merely wanted to dominate and rule Muggles, whereas Voldemort wished to kill them outright, along with anyone he considered not of pure blood.
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Mentioned on a Famous Wizard Card)
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (film) (Name seen on Chocolate Frog Cards) (Mentioned in deleted scene)
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (video game) (Mentioned on a Famous Wizard Card)
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (First appearance) (Appears in photographs) (Appears in vision(s))
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (Appears in photographs) (Appears in vision(s))
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (video game) (Appears in vision(s))
- LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 [17]
- Pottermore (Mentioned on a Famous Wizard Card)
See also
Notes and references
- ↑ Based on the fact that Durmstrang does not admit Muggle-born students, and that he has a witch for a great aunt.
- ↑ It is most likely that he owned another wand before the Elder Wand.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Ch. 18
- ↑ Deathly Hallows, letter from Albus to Gellert, Ch. 18.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Leaky Cauldron: J.K. Rowling's Comments at Carnegie Hall 20 October 2008
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 J.K. Rowling explains Grindelwald & Dumbledore's relationship; Draco's wand transfer
- ↑ Deathly Hallows, Ch. 28
- ↑ Deathly Hallows, Ch. 24
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 9.3 Deathly Hallows, Ch. 35
- ↑ Deathly Hallows, Ch. 8
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 Deathly Hallows, Ch. 23
- ↑ Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows ch.14
- ↑ Behind the Name: Gellert
- ↑ "The Leaky Cauldron and Mugglenet interview Joanne Kathleen Rowling: Part Three," The Leaky Cauldron, 16 July 2005
- ↑ Jamie's a bachelor of (dark) arts
- ↑ http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0926084/fullcredits#cast
- ↑ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRScRfkKuXY


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It's finally here — my favorite shopping time of the year. And, no, I don't mean Black Friday. It's Cyber Monday.
What is Cyber Monday? Well, for all those who don't relish the thoughts of jockeying for parking spaces at the local mall or sorting through 100+ pairs of mis-shelved Dockers in the illusive quest for one pair of 36 x 34 khakis, Cyber Monday (the Monday after Black Friday) is the official start of the online holiday shopping season. And e-tailers the web over offer discounts … Big Discounts.
I like discounts. So much so, in fact, that my husband recently quipped, "If it's not ON sale, it's not FOR sale." (He'll be happy to learn that his Christmas T-shirt cost only $4 after I combined a store promotional with a 20-percent off Cyber Monday coupon code and a free shipping offer.)
On a more serious note, this December 1st also marks the 20th annual World Aids Day, an event designed to increase awareness of the disease, fight prejudice, improve education, and raise money to continue the search for a cure. If you're going to be out and about today, consider wearing a red ribbon to show your concern.
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Brandon's attempt to land the 2017 Canada Summer Games may have hit a minor snag over Swim Canada's requirements to hold events in an eight-lane pool instead of the six-lane Sportsplex pool.
The Canada Games Council has submitted a preliminary report to the Manitoba provincial government that outlines where the Brandon bid meets event hosting standards and where their concerns lie, said Patrick Kenny, the Canada Games Council's communications and marketing director. The final report is being prepared for the Canada Games Council's meeting in Montreal, Dec. 6-7.
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There's good, bad and ugly news on the Tely 10 training front.
The good: runs are happening regularly and endurance is going up.
The bad: despite salads and single servings, the weight isn't going down.
The ugly: I might wear spandex short shorts on race day.
OK, that last one was bull.
There are at least three UN resolutions, 81 pieces of federal legislation and one City of St. John's heritage by-law that prohibits me from wearing any type of spandex clothing.
Anyway, I'm satisfied with the running aspect of the training.
The distance travelled over 30 minutes could be always longer, but so could weekends, Caribbean vacations and Lost, even though I can't piece together what in the name of Jacob is going on after this week's episode.
As for my unmoving poundage, let's just say that's weighing heavy on me.
I'm eating well light breakfasts, salads for lunch and single servings for supper but the bulge isn't budging.
So, to meet my goal of a 90-minute Tely time, I've got to make a few adjustments.
And desperate times call for desperate measures.
Like drinking less beer!
(There is a large collective GASP from out of nowhere.)
That sharply drawn breath was made by brewery executives around the world.
As if the global recession wasn't bad enough for them, now they've got to deal with the apoc-ale-lypse.
Seriously though, I only crack open a couple on weekends, but I suspect it's hindering my quest to stop resembling a bald version of McDonaldland's Grimace.
So, I'm going to try and limit myself to one or two beer a week.
It's going to be quite a challenge, especially this time of year, because I love the taste, especially on a hot day, with Chris Issak providing the soundtrack, the barbecue fired up, steaks searing, a bunch of friends havin' a time, someone passing around a basket of wings as an appetizer....
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Columbia, MO (Sports Network) - Aaron Murray completed 22-of-35 passes for 242 yards and three touchdowns, as the seventh-ranked Georgia Bulldogs held off the Missouri Tigers, 41-20.
Todd Gurley carried the ball 10 times for 65 yards and a score for the Bulldogs (2-0, 1-0 SEC), who beat Buffalo by a 45-23 margin last week. Ken Malcome rushed for 33 yards and a touchdown on seven carries.
Marlon Brown hauled in eight passes for 106 yards and two touchdowns for the victors. Tavarres King caught two passes for 41 yards and a score.
James Franklin connected on 25-of-41 passes for 269 yards, two touchdowns and an interception for the Tigers (1-1, 0-1), who played their first-ever SEC game.
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The Power of Independent Thinking
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For more than a century U.S. foreign policywhether conducted by Democrats or Republicanshas been based on the assumption that Americans interests are served best by intervening abroad to secure markets, fight potential enemies far from American shores, or engage in democratic nation building. But, what is the record of such policies, including now in Iraq?
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The reception and presentation of the Thomas S. Szasz Awards for Outstanding Contributions to the Cause of Civil Liberties to Robert Higgs and Robert Spillane, followed by a special forum featuring Dr. Higgs on Liberty and Leviathan.
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X-FAB Announces Half-Year ResultsErfurt, Germany, September 17, 2009.
X-FAB Silicon Foundries today announced sales of USD 84.4 million (EUR 63.3 million) for the first six months of the current fiscal year. This corresponds to a year-on-year decline of approximately 62.7 percent. Sales in the second quarter amounted to USD 43.4 million (EUR 31.9 million), a decline of 59.5 percent compared to the same period last year and an increase of 5.7 percent compared to the first quarter of the current fiscal year. Due to the recovery in bookings, which began at the end of the first quarter and significantly accelerated during second quarter, X-FAB expects business will improve considerably in the second half.
Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) as of June 30, 2009, were USD -34.3 million (EUR -25.7 million). This compares to EBIT of USD 23.4 million (EUR 15.3 million) for the first six months of 2008. X-FAB recorded second-quarter EBIT of USD -13.4 million (EUR -9.7 million) compared to USD 6.6 million (EUR 4.1 million) in the second quarter of 2008. EBIT showed a considerable increase compared to the first quarter of 2009.
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http://mmajunkie.com Former UFC welterweight champion Matt Serra has been tapped for duty at this month's UFC 111 – sort of.
Serra has been confirmed as the UFC's guest at the UFC 111 Fight Club Q&A session, a fan-driven interview opportunity that accompanies every UFC event.
Serra will take the stage prior to the weigh-ins on Friday, March 26 at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J.
Check-in for the Q&A begins at 12:30 p.m. ET, and the session with Serra runs from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET.
Serra is no stranger in the New Jersey area. A native and resident of nearby New York, the colorful welterweight runs a pair of Brazilian jiu-jitsu gyms in "The Empire State."
Serra has fought in the UFC since 2001. "The Terror's" most notable win was undoubtedly his 2007 upset of Georges St-Pierre. While St-Pierre avenged the loss in a 2008 rematch, Serra remains the only man to have beaten the current champ in his past 13 trips to the cage.
St-Pierre, of course, fights in UFC 111's main event against top contender Dan Hardy.
Serra delivered a "Knockout of the Night" win in his most recent outing, a knockout win over Frank Trigg at February's UFC 109. Serra was also involved in UFC 98's "Fight of the Night" when he lost a hotly contested decision to Matt Hughes.
The weigh-ins for UFC 111 begin at 4 p.m. ET.
The full "UFC 111: St-Pierre vs. Hardy" event includes:
- Champ Georges St-Pierre vs. Dan Hardy (for welterweight title)
- Shane Carwin vs. Frank Mir (for interim heavyweight title)
- Jake Ellenberger vs. Ben Saunders
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- Tomasz Drwal vs. Rousimar Palhares
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For complete coverage of UFC 111, stay tuned to the UFC Rumors section of MMAjunkie.com (www.mmajunkie.com).
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