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The Benefits of an Effective Water Management for Italy
This works aims to evaluate the fallouts of an efficient water management on every stakeholders through the analysis of a sample of best practices. The methodology links two different approaches, a business vs. a systemic one, in order to weigh up some key parameters, by estimating the benefits of the best practices both on the community and on single companies. The comparison between the selected water companies of the sample, those of Northern Italy, and those of the whole country, shows, despite the limits of the cost-benefit analysis, how the community could obtain huge benefits, financial, environmental and social ones, both tangible and intangible, from a better management practices. Over a six year period, the net benefits have been estimated in 5.6 billion of Euros for the Northern area, and in 19.3 for Italy. Despite the different features of the Italian water industries (sizes, geographical perimeter and operations), the study gives evidence of a set of parameters that reflect their historical critical issues: lacking infrastructures, low efficiency in water purification, high leakages, inadequate rates of return, low water quality or even the absence of purification. It shows how a potential improvement of the Northern and Italian companies might involve positive impacts for the stakeholders: companies, consumers and the environment. Some possible policies come out, already known, but this time supported by a quantification of their potential impacts. The institution of an independent national authority with operative power is the straight way to really assure: the transparency of information, the definition of objectives and standards of water quality, the development of sustainable plans of investment, the protection of the citizens-consumers and, finally, an industrial policy design.
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MIAMI — The head of Florida's child welfare agency, David Wilkins, abruptly resigned Thursday amid ongoing intense scrutiny of the agency for alleged missteps in handling child deaths in recent months.
Miami's regional managing director, Esther Jacobo, will be interim secretary. DCF's chief of staff, Amanda Prater, also resigned abruptly last week.
"I have no doubt that Esther will increase accountability in the Department and enhance child protective services in order to protect the most vulnerable among us," Gov. Rick Scott said in a statement, hinting at the agency's woes.
Jacobo said she had no idea Wilkins was leaving.
"I'm not sure for the reasons for the resignation. I literally got a call today from the governor's office informing me that the secretary had resigned and they were asking me to be the interim secretary for 90 days," she told The Associated Press.
Wilkins, who was finance chairman of the Florida Baptist Children's Home before joining DCF, was not immediately available for comment Thursday.
"I can honestly say we have improved our operational efficiency dramatically and helped more people in this state than we ever imagined possible," he said in an email to his staff.
His resignation comes less than two months after DCF said it fired a child protective investigator for forging documents about substance treatment for a mother months before her 11-month old baby died in a sweltering car.
Catalina Bruno is accused of leaving her son Bryan Osceola, along with a can of beer, in a car outside their Miami home. The boy had a 109-degree temperature when found, authorities said. His mother is now jailed on charges of aggravated manslaughter.
A DCF investigator became involved with the family in November when 30-year-old Bruno was accused of driving recklessly, hit walls before she passed out with the engine still running and the baby in her lap, according to documents released by DCF.
The investigator said she contacted a substance abuse expert to determine whether Bruno needed drug or alcohol treatment but the investigator said Bruno posted no threat to her children and didn't think substance abuse services were needed, according to authorities. Bryan and his siblings remained in her care and six months later, Bryan was dead. An email sent to Bruno's attorney was not immediately returned Thursday.
And in a case last month, police found 2-year-old Ezra Raphael unconscious in his Miami home. His mother's boyfriend, Claude Alexis, was charged with first-degree murder and child abuse after an autopsy ruled the boy's injuries to his back and body as a homicide. The toddler was home alone with Alexis at the time, according to a DCF report.
DCF officials said the child's mother, Cierrah Raphael, left the boy with a caregiver in Gainesville in 2012 because she couldn't take care of him. In February, DCF asked the unnamed caregiver to call the hotline if the mother ever tried to get her child back. But DCF said the caregiver never made that call and Ezra went back to his mother, who was charged with neglect after the boy's death. Raphael's attorney, Jorge Viera, would not comment on the case but confirmed that his client is fighting the charge.
Jacobo said Thursday she would make looking into the trouble cases a priority and implement changes that "do better on behalf of Florida's children."
"This stuff doesn't just happen by chance. When it happens once it's indicative ... when it happens three times it's really really indicative of some severe supervision problems and the way they are assessing child safety," said Miami Judge Jeri Beth Cohen.
Cohen, who has worked with Jacobo for years, praised her insight into child welfare issues and her relationship with the courts and private contractors.
"A couple of these children's deaths that were handled incorrectly were right here in Dade County so she's going to have to take a look at her own shop," Cohen added.
The private contractors who oversee foster care also had criticized Wilkins, accusing him of trying to exert too much control over them as he renegotiated their contracts. Some also accused Wilkins of trying to undermine the goals of the privatized system.
"When we were being left out of the conversation and having it dictated to us, we weren't going to stand for that and we didn't," said Kurt Kelly, the CEO of the coalition representing the contractors. He said most of the issues have now been smoothed over.
Jacobo also referred to the contractors' complaints as she took over.
"Whatever I need to do to bring down the insane noise level that is going on so that we can focus on what is really important which is serving the kids, I am going to do," she said.
One of Wilkins' priorities was overhauling the role of child protective investigators by hiring 100 new investigators, mostly in South Florida, reducing their caseloads and bolstering training. Jacobo said further improvements will be a priority.

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Alison Stephenson crosses to Channel Ten's Wake Up to talk about all the tech we're too embarrassed to be seen with.
FOR even the biggest gadget geek there's some technology worthy to swerve. Not because it's difficult to use or particularly bad, but because it makes us look right ridiculous.
Simple, stylish and, more importantly, discreet — that's what we want from our gadgets these days.
Yet, there is still plenty of gear out there that is just too cringe-worthy to use:
Bluetooth headset
We can't think of another gadget that elicits such disdain. The Bluetooth headset is a plastic device usually the size of a TimTam sticking out of your ear so you can operate your mobile without holding it. Catch sight of anybody using one and you know we all call them the same name in our heads. Sure they can offer handsfree calls, and for drivers this is a great solution, but for the person who uses it so they can carry their latte and Filofax while talking 'business' at unnecessary volumes it is a shudderingly shameful look. Headset manufacturer Jawbone has managed to make the gadget a little more acceptable over the years through some futuristic design bordering on the fashionable, but if they're not socially acceptable by now, they never will be.
We admit it. We leapt into the 3D bandwagon and smooshed ourselves up against the rest of the world hoping for a revolutionary entertainment experience. At first it was a novelty, now we're more aware than ever how much we look like lemons with dorky glasses on for hours wondering whether it really adds anything. It is actually impossible to don a pair of 3D glasses without somebody sniggering at you. Even sat in the privacy of our own living rooms we feel self-conscious. 2D might not have stuff flying at us but at least we're not part of the entertainment.
Voice command
The likes of Siri (the iPhone personal assistant), Xbox's Kinect and now even in-car technology can be controlled by us humans barking orders at them. In theory it sounds great, but just try talking to your gadgets without feeling a little bit of dignity being stripped away. Not one of us can naturally ask our equipment to do something. Some adopt an odd authoritarian tone out of nowhere as if they're commanding the Starship Enterprise. Others meekly whisper into their phones like they're actually speaking to a little person trapped inside. It just makes us feel silly. And then there's the feeling of utter embarrassment and rejection when your vocal command is either not understood or not replied to.
Electronic cigarettes
If anybody was under the assumption smoking was cool the electronic cigarette will swiftly stub that out. These faux fags vaporise a cartridge of liquid nicotine that users inhale. It's like smoking without the smoke or other chemicals found in tobacco. It's also a way to 'smoke' in places where normal cigarettes are banned. Only every time you inhale a bright LED (often neon blue) glows at the end. Smooth, it is not. Could you imagine what Rebel Without a Cause would have looked like if James Dean was whipping out his e-cig? Traditional smokers handle these like a meat eater would prod at tofu. However, shockingly, they are actually becoming rather popular particularly with celebrities. The term 'vaping' is now entering into vocab and there are conventions and clubs dedicated to the electronic cigarette.
The smartwatch is trying its best to work its way onto our wrists but so far it's not happening. Yeah, they can display emails and texts without you reaching into your pocket to look at your phone (because we all know how much of a pain that is) but when it comes to style they're bulky and ridiculous. Some have the design of Fisher Price toys, some you actually have to talk into (you can imagine how that looks) and some have built-in cameras. Cool, you say? Not when you have to constantly ensure you aren't looking like you're secretly taking pictures of someone's legs.
Google Glass
The revolutionary bunch over at Google has developed a pair of specs that basically acts like your smartphone, but strapped to your face. They beam information onto one of the lenses and there's even a built-in camera so you can record your day. Google's promotional material shows how these would come in perfectly for taking a live recording of your hot air ballooning adventures. The problem is they look like something from Star Trek and the thought of walking around in public with a pair, let alone trying holding a conversation with someone while a mini camera is pointed at you, is a disturbing thought. For some they epitomise everything they hate about technophiles and their "aren't I so ahead of the curve" attitude that owners are being called 'glassholes'. Even Google themselves wrote on its blog advice on how not to be a glasshole. Frustratingly, the technology is a great idea, we just can't get on with the way they look. They also cost US$1,500 so you're basically a walking target for spectacle snatchers.
Oversized headphones
Somehow the big headphone has become a bit of a thing. We blame Dr Dre's Beats and the adoption of tasteless sport stars. The earcups are the size of burger buns and are far more a fashion statement than substance that make us look like wannabe DJs or Princess Leia in the process.


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Two years ago, everything changed for the remaining members of the Seattle rock band Tempest. Two years is a long time.
Too long to keep on remembering.
Not nearly long enough to forget.
In trouble with nowhere else to go, songstress Lace Lowell seeks refuge with the band during their stop in New York City. It's a risky move for her because they are both there, two impossibly good looking men whose lives are inseparably entwined with hers. One who bruised her heart and one who smashed it into pieces.
Warren "War" Jinkins, the mercurial lead singer of Tempest, has always had a thing for Lace. But then again so does his best friend and band mate.
Bryan "Bullet" Jackson, the sinfully handsome tat-sleeved lead guitarist, has a bad boy reputation befitting his nickname. For the past two years Bullet's had a rule with the groupies: one time, never twice, leave 'em satisfied, but always leave 'em.
Two guys, one woman, and a host of dark secrets all together within the tight confines of a tour bus as the group travels cross country.
Can the past be forgotten and buried?
Will friendships prevail?
Or will the three of them succumb to seductive impulses too addictive to resist?
Irresistible Refrain is a gritty story intended for mature listeners 17 and up. Contains sexual situations, strong language, and drug use.
©2013 Michelle Mankin (P)2014 Michelle Mankin
"Best Audio ever!"
I absolutely loved this book & audio! I listen to a lot of books & this is one of my favs! Loved the story & characters!! Can't wait to read more of Lace & Bry with the crew!
"love the narration"
Good book I love to listen to books with this kind of narration. It spoils me. When I listen to other books. Its really hard. Women can not do a mans voice and men can not do women's voices. This is a wonderful listen.
"Can Love Conquer All"
Love Conquers All
The most memorable moment in this book was Lace's overdose.
Kai and Wen's dynamics have a way of pulling you into the story and leaving you wanting more when the story ends.
The part of the story that really moved me was Lace's battle with drugs and her knocks in life.
"Wen and Kai strike again"
absolutely loved this audio book.
the narrators nailed the characters.
I'm obsessed with Wen and Kai and their narrations. They bring books alive and manage to pull you into the story.
Miss Mankin thank you so much for this book and the issue of addiction.
I absolutely loved this book and Lace pulled at my heart strings.
I laughed with her, cried with her and wanted to reach through the speaker and hold her hand or give her a hug.
War made me want to commit a felony and that's all the time I'll give him.
Mr Brian had my in the edge I love that he was loyal to his friendship but wish he would of went all Alpha Male and taken control sooner.
Miss Mankin addressed an issue that is fast becoming an epidemic in the US and I love that she did the end of the book and the education provided was amazing .
"So Many Emotions!"
First off, the narrators. They're amazing. Also, the music! I've never listened to an audio book with music in it. That just added something extra special to the story.
Other than the narrators and the overall story, I would have to say the realness of it. It was just honest, everything good, bad and in between. It felt real.
Brian was my favorite character. I'm not going to lie, Lace kind of annoyed me for quite a bit of the book.
After Lace had overdosed and she was remembering the day she visited the cemetery. I'm not sure why, but that scene really got to me.
I felt so much while listening to this book. The author really knows how to draw you in and keep you invested. The writing is excellent. I can't say enough good things about the narrators. The only thing that I think could have made this a better listening experience would have been if the narrators actually sang the part that were songs. That would have been amazing.
"Irresistible Refrain "
Another outstanding story by Michelle.
She most definitely dose not write the typical romance.
Her character's have real life challenges, and learn to heal themselves. There are no damsels in distress more Prince charmings.
Wen and Kia bring these qualities to life. Their team work and comfort with each other add so much realism to the story. You find yourself on an emotional rollercoaster. Awrsome, awesome trifecta of talent.
"An angst filled listen"
Yes I definitely would listen to this audiobook again, I really enjoyed the entire story that I listened to. Wen & Ross make the characters & emotions come to life.
The scene when Lace was in the re-hab centre & she realises that she needs to be dependant on herself first before she jumps into any new relationships when she gets out.
Then there was the flashback to the prom scene... it was an awwww moment.
You get this amazing sense of person for every character they voice, they become more real.
gah, I hate these.... ummmm.... The long road we travel, when in love.
I've listened to Michelle's Magic series & found I couldn't wait to listen to her rocker series. Although the drug use in this made some scenes harder to listen too, the general darkness, then the angst between Brian & Lace, the flashbacks that lead to their choices over the years... made everything mesh together & create a vivid story.
"Kai and Wen Are a Revelation"
I loved both Michelle Mankin's writing and Kai Kennicott's and Wen Ross's narration. Mankin writes characters that you absolutely fall in love with, and Kai & Wen make them come alive. They don't merely read the story aloud. They speak as the characters. They live the story, which made me feel like I was living the story, too.
This story fed my rock star romance habit and re-addicted me to this sub-genre. I loved the characters, the plot, the way Mankin told the backstory, everything. It's funny because so many of the details in this book have been turn offs for me in some other books: a character that's an addict, a band member with questionable character, hostility within the band. These are usually things I don't enjoy because the fun part for me is the rock 'n roll fantasy, and those elements, if overdone, kind of pop that bubble. I mean, I want a good plot with some conflict, but there have been some series that I haven't continued because I found one of the band members to be too creepy to be redeemed or there was constant fighting between band members, which can be a downer, especially in a series where those other band members will become the leads. However, Mankin uses these elements and pulls it all off. She put her characters through the wringer and brought tears to my eyes a few times, but it paid off for them in the end. Refrain wasn't so dark as to be a turn off. It was a fun romp while still being realistic, and it had some meaningful themes without being preachy or heavy handed. In fact, my only criticism would be a couple of minor mistakes in one scene about how the music industry, especially the putting on of concerts, works, but I've seen similar inconsistencies in just about every rockstar romance I've read so far, and it wasn't enough to take me out of the story. In fact, I doubt anyone outside of the music industry would even notice. She got most of the details right and made you feel like you were actually on tour with the band.
The backstory is told through flashbacks, a lot of flashbacks, so be warned if that bothers you. It can bother me, and it took a little getting used to at the beginning, but the author made it clear what time period it was before any shifts, and it was an effective way to show details about the relationships between several of the characters instead of telling a long, boring narration before the main story even started. Also, the POV alternates between Brian and Lace, another device I often don't like, but it was done very well here. The author divided the points of view by chapter and prefaced each chapter with either "Brian" or "Lace" so you'd know which character was narrating, even if you weren't listening to the audiobook. I enjoyed seeing both points of view and understanding the thoughts between each character's actions. What annoys me the most about POV shifts is when you jump from one character in the middle of an important scene to another that's not involved in that scene, so you have to wait to find out what happens. I hate that. It doesn't happen in this book. I never felt frustrated that she cut away at a bad time. I think it worked particularly well in the audiobook because of the dual narration.
What makes a book for me, though, are the characters, and Mankin's characters make you want more. They are what addicted me to this series and made me love this audiobook.
It did make me cry in spots, especially the flashbacks to their childhood and at the climax of story. There may be some triggers for some people in this book.
Disclaimer: I won this audiobook as a prize at a Facebook party. I was not asked to write a review in exchange, but I did receive it free from the author.
"Sexy and steamy!!!"
Sexy,steamy,and hopeful
I haven't read orblistened to any book that could compare to this book.
They brought so much to the story emotion,life and really captured all that I think the author was trying to convey when the book was written!
I absolutely listened in one sitting couldn't pause it if I tried!!!
"Sex, Drugs and Rocking Roll!"
Yes, Hearing it read to me, I didn't miss anything and I truly loved the way the different emotions came across. I could actually feel the sadness, anger, remorse, happiness and the love come through, making War, Lace, Bri, and all the other characters come alive. It does wonders as far as developing each character.
I think Brian is my favorite in this installment. The unrequited love that he carries in his heart, all because he is being loyal to Warren, makes him special to me. He carries on with out resentment.
Yes, I have. They are absolutely wonderful in any book. It takes a special kind of person, and they are both have a true talent.
I did listen in one sitting. Kai and Wen made me want to go on.
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Working Title Films co-founder Tim Bevan talks Hollywood, British talent, and making movies on a shoestring. "You've got to have a fire in your belly," he says.
Tim Bevan started Working Title Films in 1984 when he was just 27, and has seen the company grow into one of the most successful British film production companies ever. The company is best known for massive Brit-flicks such as Four Weddings And A Funeral and Bridget Jones' Diary, but its portfolio is surprisingly varied, taking in sleeper hits such as Fargo, and wacky comedies such as Shaun Of The Dead.
Bevan started the company with fellow producer Sarah Radclyffe, working on music videos at the dawn of the MTV era. Music videos led to feature films via Stephen Frears. Working Title produced Frears' first film, the no-budget Oscar-nominee My Beautiful Laundrette. Radclyffe moved on, and Bevan struck up a new partnership with Eric Fellner in 1992 when Polygram invested in the company. It's a collaboration that has seen Working Title go from strength to strength.
How did you become a film producer?
I got a job as a runner at a TV station in New Zealand when I was travelling, and I fell in love with the whole world of film and television. And when I came back to England I thought 'I don't want to be a runner all my life, those guys who run the place, the producers, it looks like they have interesting jobs.'
How did you survive financially in Working Title's early days?
It was very much a seat-of-the-pants existence. We would just get the movies into production and be able to take a production fee that would keep everyone fed. It was dangerous, but full of adrenaline too. It was exciting. It wasn't really until I was in my 30s that I worried about taking a salary, because by then I had wives and children.
Can you imagine working without Eric Fellner?
No. I've always wanted to work in partnership. There's a lot of 'nos' – you have to say 'no' a lot and you're told 'no' a lot. It can be very demoralising. It's important to have someone to share that with. We split the projects up, but we're there for the big decisions together. I can't imagine not working with Eric particularly and with a co-chair in general.
How would you describe the film producer's role?
Film is such an expensive medium it is kind of our job to marry the accountants up to the mad fuckers. It takes a mad fucker to make a movie, and it also takes an accountant. It's a constant balance, and sometimes the accountants get too much power, and things go wrong, and sometimes the mad fuckers get too much power and things go really wrong.
How did Working Title buck the trend and become one of the few successful UK film production companies?
We had extremely solid creative relationships with some extremely clever people that we've built up over a number of years. We've had luck. Between us we've made 50, 60, 70 movies, so we've got a lot of experience. It sets us ahead of everybody. It doesn't make us any better than anybody, it just makes us more experienced.
How good is the health of the UK film industry right now?
The UK industry is only as good as the directors, writers, and producers working in it. And right now I think there's some good young emerging talent. People will always whinge about money and this, that, and the other.
The fact is that Joe Wright who made Pride and Prejudice and Edgar Wright who made Shaun Of The Dead are very talented filmmakers who're both making their second movie here in the UK. That's important.
What were your first impressions of Hollywood?
Over the years I've never been afraid of Hollywood. A lot of British writers and producers treat it as the enemy or with a certain nervousness. We've always seen it as a shop where you can get everything. Money, distribution, talent. It's great.
How is Hollywood's approach to filmmaking different to the UK's?
The studio system is different because when you go to Hollywood you know you're going. With a small British film, it tends to be that there's a finite amount of money, and everything is a compromise. With a Hollywood-backed movie, all you've got to ensure is that you make it the best possible film you can.
What advice would you give to budding filmmakers?
Be tenacious. When I was an independent filmmaker, I had a filing draw for each film that was empty at the beginning and it needed to have a yard full of 'nos' before you got the 'yes' at the end of it. So get out there and get the first 'no' because you've got a long way to go before you get the 'yes'.
Can digital filmmaking really democratise the filmmaking process?
The fact is that if you want to be a director you can direct a movie. Just borrow a DV camera and an Apple Mac computer and you've got the wherewithal to make a film. You can shoot and cut it.
For some reason people don't get off their arses and do that. You've got to have a fire in your belly for it. At any given time there are a lot of people who like the lifestyle idea of making films, and then there are the people who really have a fire in their bellies.
Why did you set up Working Title 2?
We wanted to make sure new filmmakers, writers, and producers had a home within the Working Title family. It was specifically set up to work with first-time filmmakers, and to hopefully feed the Working Title talent pool.
Too often we'd make a film with a first-time director and have a modicum of success and the last you'd see of them was the tail of a 747 headed for Los Angeles. We want to provide a home for filmmakers to make not just their first film but also their second, third, and fourth movies as well.
What's your favourite Working Title film?
We're lucky, we've made some pretty good movies over the years, but I couldn't pick a favourite. By the time I've finished any of them I fucking hate them.
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The players and parents at the USA Cup love soccer. With over 50 fields and games everywhere, there's plenty of excitement outdoors.
But walk into a big red tent known as the Puma lounge and you'll quickly see there's something else players get a kick out of technology.
Music pumps through the tent as kids play soccer video games and use their fancy footwork for dance, dance revolution. At one corner, computers are set up cafe style on tables so players can check e-mail. That's what drew in Christian Jasso, a 14 year old member of the as yet undefeated Roundlake United.
"We finished at 10 and had nothing to do so we came over here," says Jasso. "We're just chilling, check on MySpace."
Jasso can talk to his friends back in Illinois through MySpace. His teammate, Victor Sanchez can, too.
"Yeah, we do MySpace. [I'm] talking to my friend, Carla," giggles Sanchez.
The boys say that their friends want to know if they won their games. But now, fans won't have to get the play by plays through MySpace. Instead, they can view entire games on the Web.
Doug Erlien, operations manager for local Web company Crystal Clear Sports, says his firm will offer over 200 games live on the web on a pay-per-view basis.
"You're watching a game on our website that's happening 20 or 30 seconds delayed" says Erlien. "So a team or fan over in England could watch their team in the U.S. and basically be watching it in real time. It's amazing."
The games are also archived. Erlien says that could be useful if college coaches watch the games when they're looking to recruit players.
"If you think about it, five years ago, this wasn't even a pipe dream," says Erlien. "Where you could take an event, doesn't matter what it is, in this case, we're talking USA Cup soccer, put it on the web, and everyone around the globe can watch it."
That same reasoning is behind another offering at the USA Cup this year. Go to the Web and you can find this:
"Hi, I'm Mike Woodley and this is Kick TV and I'm your host. This is the video journal for the Schwan's USA Cup and we're doing this every day and having some fun."
Kick TV is free each day on the USA Cup Web site and presents highlights from the day's activities. Taylor Kruse is one of its producers. He says they know some folks are watching.
"We've been putting up the videos on YouTube. Everybody knows it. Our video for yesterday got just under 2,000 views, so people are watching it," Kruse says.
In the early afternoon, the Kick TV crew heads out to tape another segment.
"We're here at the pin-trading area where kids gather and they bargain trying to get their favorite pin," booms Scott Clasen into the camera.
Clasen interviews some teammates from Mahtomedi who are checking out the pins.
"What's the coolest pin you've gotten so far?" "Guatemala and Brazil and, like, Mexico," the girls respond.
Some parents joke that Kick TV is their kids' big break in the media -- where they can be stars not just on the field, but in the public eye, or at least the hundreds, if not thousands, of people watching on the Web.
The USA Cup continues through Saturday at the National Sports Center in Blaine.


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Bauman, et al. v. DaimlerChrysler, et al., No. 07-15386 (9th Cir. 18 May 2011), involves claims by 22 Argentinian residents against DaimlerChrysler Aktiengesellschaft (DCAG) and its Argentinian subsidiary alleging that Mercedes Benz (owned by DaimlerChrysler) collaborated with Argentine state security forces to kidnap, detain, torture, and kill plaintiffs and/or their family members during Argentina's "Dirty War" in the late 1970s (when the military overthrew President Isabel Peron). The claims were asserted under the Alien Tort Statute (ATS), 28 U.S.C. § 1350.
We have previously discussed the Eleventh Circuit decision in Baloco, et al. v. Drummond Co., No. 09-16216 (11th Cir. Feb. 2011), which reinstated claims under the ATS against a corporate entitty. And note also must be made of the Second Circuit's important decision in Kiobel, et al. v. Royal Dutch Petroleum Co., et al., 06-4800-cv, 06-4876-cv (2d Cir. 17 Sept. 2010) (which we discuss here), in which the Second Circuit held that the ATS does not subject a corporation (as opposed to natural persons) to liability. The Ninth Circuit does not address Kiobel or Baloco but does remand for further proceedings after addressing at length the issue of personal jurisdiction, which one might consider to come after a decision, even if implicit, that claims against DCAG fall under the ATS.
In terms of personal jurisdiction, noteworthy international practice rulings in Bauman include:
First, the Ninth Circuit found personal jurisdiction over the German parent DCAG by reason of the contacts in the U.S. of its subsidiary Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA). The Court of Appeals did not address the issue of specific personal jurisdiction but rather general jurisdiction over DCAG, since the claims did not arise out of the non-U.S. corporation's activities in California (where the case was brought). The Ninth Circuit ruled that the requisite contacts over the parent could be found in one of two ways: either through the alter "ego test" of through the "agency" test. Readers of this blog will recall our recent four-part treatment (the most recent of which is here) of the related issue what we described as the principal-agency conundrum for securing jurisdiction in the U.S. The Ninth Circuit's articulation of the "special importance" of the services performed by the subsidiary — that is, if the parent did not have a subsidiary in the U.S., "the corporation's own officials would undertake to perform substantially similar services" (quoting earlier Circuit authority) — and asks a second question as well, that is, "an element of control, albeit not as much control as is required to satisfy the 'alter ego' test". The Circuit finds this two-part test satisfied by reason of the importance to Mercedes Benz of the U.S. subsidiary's business.
Second, the Circuit examined the "extent of conflict wih the sovereignty of the defendant's state", even though not dispositive. Quoting the Supreme Court's decision in Asahi Metal Indus. v. Superior Court, 480 U.S. 102 (1987) ("[g]reat care and reserve should be exercised when extending our notions of personal jurisdiction into the international field"), and acknowledging that "German courts have expressed some concern that this suit may impinge upon German sovereignty", the Ninth Circuit concluded that personal jurisdiction over the non-U.S. parent was nonetheless proper given that nearly 50% of DCAG's overall revenue comes from the U.S., "and sales of DCAG vehicles in the United States accounted for 1% of this country's GDP". The Court of Appeals finds that DCAG did not meet "its burden of presenting a compelling case that the exercise of jurisdiction would not comport with fair play and substantial justice".


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FRESNO (AP) -- A Fresno man charged with tattooing a gang insignia on a 7-year-boy while the father held him has pleaded not guilty.
Travis Gorman entered his plea Friday in Fresno County Superior Court. He faces felony charges of aggravated mayhem and street terrorism.
Fresno police say the 20-year-old tattooed the boy's belly with a dog paw. It is the insignia of the Bulldogs, who are Fresno's largest criminal street gang.
A warrant has been issued for the father, identified as 26-year-old Enrique Gonzalez.
Investigators learned of the crime Tuesday when the boy's mother brought the child to the offices of a multi-agency gang task force.


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To me you are more than just a teacher.
To my heart you are more than just a lover.
To my mind you are more than just a human.
To my intelligence, you are more than just matter.
To my soul you are more than just an indvidual.
You are inside me.
You are of me.
You are me.
This you will never know,
& this I will never tell.
What you are to me,
you will never know.
What I am to you,
I will never know.
I shall use the secret,
To unravel this secret.
I shall admire you in secret,
I shall mentally lust you in secret.
In the arena of nothingness we shall later gather.
In the field of Earth we shall now ponder.
Ponder, what is all the pretence about.
Ponder, why 2 souls cannot reunite as one.
In you, I will defy all morality.
In you, I will accept all sensuality.
That is the time we no longer will appear so separate,
That is the time I await with gaping breath.
Teacher, you've taught all, the academics of life.
Teacher, you've yet to be taught, to love with all your life.
Open your heart, & accept this lesson.
Close your mind, & propose no cynical question.
To be a teacher of a student is of great virtue,
But to be a student of that very student is nothing,
but a guaranteed trip to eternal wisdom.


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Civil Rights Leaders Meet with President Obama on Voting Rights
By Freddie Allen
WASHINGTON (NNPA) – The Voting Rights Act is down, but not out and civil rights leaders joined President Obama and Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr. at the White House to discuss renewed efforts in the fight against voter discrimination.
In a statement released after the meeting, Al Sharpton, civil rights activist and president of the National Action Network said: "Today the United States President and Attorney General met with a broad coalition of civil rights and voting rights leaders to assure us that they will continue to work with us to protect every American's right to vote."
Sharpton continued: "We had a great alarm when the Supreme Court ruled against Section 4 of the Voting Rights Act but after meeting with the President and the Attorney General we were assured that the Voting Rights Act may be wounded but it is not dead. It is not even critically wounded; it can and will be revived."
Last month, the Supreme Court, struck down Section 4 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, effectively neutering what many called the crown jewel of the Civil Rights Movement. Section 4 required all or parts of 15 states with track records of voter discrimination to get "preclearance" from the Justice Department or a federal court for any changes they wanted to make to voting laws. Within hours after the Supreme Court ruling in Shelby County v. Holder, a number of state lawmakers from previously covered states announced plans to move forward with restrictive voting laws that disproportionately affect minorities, the elderly and young voters.


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Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds
August 28, 2003 - Just how we like our chaos: bloody. Full review.
Gold Buffy Gold
August 11, 2003 - Vivendi Universal announced today its stake-thrusting action game, Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds, has reached gold status. The game, due for a simultaneous launch on PS2, Xbox and GameCube, will ship to retail stores August 26.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds
August 7, 2003 - Scooby snacks? Erm, no, this has more to do with the Scooby Gang. Everyone's favorite vampire slayer (that would be Buffy) may be off the air, but that doesn't mean she can't show up on your TV in something other than re-runs. Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds is being shipped to stores later this month, and what better way to dish out the lowdown on the game other than interviewing one of the guys in charge of it? None, hence this here video interview with Greg Goodrich, executive producer behind the game. Douglass C. Perry, best known as Captain Insano or for his role as EIC of IGNPS2, poses the questions and Greg answers in fine detail as he sips on bottled water. Holy water? Dunno, but considering the subject matter, it's possible. Sign up today for Insider so you can check out the first part of the video interview and decide for yourself.
GameCube in 2003
June 18, 2003 - Earlier this year, IGNcube ran a two-part feature on GameCube's 2003 lineup. Since then, some games have been cancelled, others have been announced, and a few have even come out. With that in mind, we have taken a new look at the GameCube release calendar and are compiling a brand-new list of games worth watching. The criteria for being included? The game has to be scheduled to come out in 2003 -- and it has too look promising enough to make us take notice. Naturally, all titles are still in development and we make no promises as to whether the final products will live up to expectations or not. But everything on this list has our preliminary stamp of approval that says in big letters: "worth your attention!"
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May 28, 2003 - A few more screenshots of everyone's favorite vampire hunter.
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April 24, 2003 - Deep in the heart of Los Angeles, CA, publisher Vivendi Universal is hosting its big pre-E3 press event, where the company has unveiled the vast majority of its upcoming titles. In all, 16 product announcements have been made this morning that showcase their 2003/2004 line-up. Some will be shown behind closed doors at E3, while others will be on display on the show floor. its big pre-E3 press event, where the company has unveiled the vast majority of its upcoming titles. In all, 16 product announcements have been made this morning that showcase their 2003/2004 line-up. Some will be shown behind closed doors at E3, while others will be on display on the show floor.


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De Soto City Council agrees to development fee waiver package on proposed senior complex
August 7, 2009
After day after the De Soto City Council agreed to reduce a number of development fees, a developer said Friday he would start construction on a 180-unit senior housing project in 45 days.
John Glavin of Glavin Development said he sent a letter of intent to the property owner, the Brady Family Trust, Friday morning of his intent to purchase the land. The site is east of Lexington Avenue near Lexington Trails Middle School.
"The financing is in place," he said. "I plan on putting concrete in the ground in 45 days. We'll pour the foundations for the big buildings and pull permits for the small ones.
"We're going to start to the machines rolling."
The complex will have 48 units for of "college, villa, multiplex" living, 60 units for independent living, 40 units of assisted living and 30 units of memory care living, which Glavin explained would be a controlled environment for those in early stages of Alzheimer's.
In addition, the complex will have a mini store, bistro, swimming pool and spa, Glavin said.
The project would be completed in September 2010, Glavin said.
There will be no longterm care home, but the site will have a 24-hour-a-day on-duty nurse, Zimmerman said.
Sought a Those included:
• A partial building permit and plan review waiver equally $38,000. The city would collect an estimated $30,000 from the fees.
• A partial water connection fee waiver of $108,450. The city would collect $115,680 from the fee.
• A partial sewer connection fee waiver of $165,300. The city would collect $148,800 from the fee.
• A water and sewer connection fee waiver on three larger buildings equaling $58,995.
• A 20 percent 10-year water and sewer rate reduction.
For more on the project, see the Aug. 13 De Soto Explorer or look for updates here.
The project would create 76 jobs, of which 38 would be full-time, Zimmerman said.
A cost-benefit analysis conducted by city consultant Kelsi Powell of Columbia Capital Management LLC found the city would break even on the project in nine years and benefit by about $37,000 in 10 years.
With no property tax abatements, USD 232 would see a $341,000 benefit the first year of the project and a $2.7 million benefit from its first 10 years, according to the analysis.
The council approved the fee waiver package 4-1. Councilman Mike Drennon voted no, concerned about the cost of the 20 percent water rate waiver.
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At Little River-Academy, the Lady Buffs had a tough day offensively, scoring just two runs in a pair of five-inning losses Friday. Florence (2-4) fell 7-2 to Valley Mills and was one-hit in a 5-0 loss against Thrall.
Samantha Vaughan went 3-for-3 against Valley Mills. Sarah Hosman hit an RBI single.
Mackenzie Futrell had the lone hit against Thrall.


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I've been using this cube to store my patterned paper for about 8 months. It is still in great shape! Whenever you choose to keep it make sure it's in a place where you don't need to move the cube much. It's not meant to be moved a lot (I was keeping mine under a table and dragging it out, not sturdy enough for that). Lots of paper can be kept in it - a full 13 inches of space. The cover has held up wonderfully from all my stacking on supples and books waiting to be put away. If you do buy this cube, make sure to buy more dividers. You'll want more than the 4 that comes with the cube.
This product really works for me because I like to organize my scrapbook products into theme or topic. That way, when I'm working a specific project, all I need is in one place. It also helps me to pack for my weekend scraps so I don't end up taking everything I own "just in case".


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"We're more than a band. We're a motherf—king Social Club."
~ Boots Riley ~
Revolutionary Party Jams. Street Sweeper Social Club, featuring the prodigious guitar chops of Tom Morello (Rage Against The Machine), and the mutinous lyrics of Boots Riley (The Coup), are here on a mission. The first rap/rock group since Rage that doesn't suck, SSSC has struck the chord: Boots brutally educates the crowd about social issues and class battles, while Tom and the band straight-up rock the f—k out. Energetic and raw, the live show brings more than enough thrash to viciously swing your fists at, and plenty of genius lyrical twists to keep your mind wandering.
We caught up with Tom and Boots during a rare break from their summer tour, having spent the past few months headlining both the Warped Tour and Rock The Bells festivals. Intelligent, outspoken, and passionate about their music and beliefs, the guys had a lot to say. Here's a quick taste of the widespread conversation.
… On Music Rankings [Tom was #26 on RS' "100 Best Guitarists Of All-Time"]:
Tom: There were guitarists behind me that I was embarrassed to in front of, and … well, a couple in front of me that I would cut back to the fat meat in a shred-off.
Boots: It's a stupid way to categorize us. There's no real music journalism anymore. They want to treat music like it's a sport. It's not.
… On Skating/Snowboarding:
Tom: I did… yeah, no. But since the earliest days of Rage, skate and snowboard culture has been a huge part of the band.
Boots: I used to do… like, somewhat BMX stuff? But on a really f—ked up Schwinn. It was more like us building really dangerous-ass ramps in the middle of the street …
… On Bob Dylan:
Tom: I think, "That was the worst show I've ever seen…" In that instance, he does not have a competitive spirit.
Boots: You think it was competitive spirit that made him actually be good? Or—
Tom: —Or was it Joan Baez? Yes.
… On Combining Riffs With Revolution:
Tom: It's not "here's the spoonful of sugar to help the medicine …" We rock out in a way that's performance and entertaining. It's how we naturally play and behave.
Boots: We want both. If people are excited the first time, they'll listen many more times. If you don't catch them at first, they won't come back to check it out.
… On Google:
Boots: You know … I generally prefer for someone else to Google me. I like to get Googled. Tom doesn't Google. He Chat Roulette's.
Tom: No, I like to not watch myself suck train, I think…
Street Sweeper Social Club
Ghetto Blaster EP
F—kin' is the new, "hey, how do ya do?" and revolution is the new "F—k you!" SSSC's new EP speaks heady, rocks heavy, and will immediately crank any ride up to 11. Social moves lace each track, but rebel thoughts aside: when Boot's drops, "Don't call it a comeback!" to open their hardcore cover of LL Cool J's "Momma Said Knock You Out", you'll just wanna get in the pit and start swinging. ~ AH
Track Listing:
Ghetto Blaster
Paper Planes
The New Fuck You
Scars (Hold That Pose)
Momma Said Knock You Out
Promenade (Guitar Fury Remix)


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For the first time in awhile, I thought I was going to have a positive story to tell about the genuine kindness of strangers. As it turns out, I have exactly the opposite.
I snapped this picture unbeknownst to my friend nor the man helping us because I wanted to illustrate how I might've had a couple of bad weeks, but genuine kindness does exist. You see, as Amelia** and I were parked outside a café near my apartment, her water hose burst. Immediately a cab came to the rescue, discussing the problem and assuring her that it was easily fixable. As the cab drove away, a man in a 2009 charcoal Kia Cerato began speaking to us and said he was a mechanical engineer and asked if he could take a look. He concurred that it was a small problem and offered to take us to a nearby mechanic to get the part.
Since my apartment was nearby, I asked if he'd like some water. Amelia realized he might be fasting as it is Ramadan, but then saw he was smoking a cigarette. He said he was Christian as Amelia wears a cross around her neck and then once again, offered to take us to the mechanic. Since we were together and he seemed nice, she said okay.
I was shocked at the kindness and made mention to my friend. She said, "LeAnne, you've just had a few bad experiences, but Egyptians are extremely kind."
I know she wishes she could take back those words or at least the timing of that phrase.
I will narrow down the story just a bit: we get into the car and I see what I thought was a Bible – since he proclaimed to be Christian. I asked if I could see it since I haven't seen a Bible in Arabic before. He complied, but as Amelia and I looked, it turned out to be the Quran. Why would he lie about his religion? Was it simply because he saw that Amelia was Coptic and noticed her cross around her neck?
Warning sign #1: abort mission.
As we picked up the mechanic, "Good Samaritan" receives a phone call and immediately tells Amelia to be quiet with his hand gesture. Why – this was probably his wife.
Warning sign #2: abort mission.
The mechanic looks at the car and then we take him back to complete his Iftar (first meal of the day at around 6:30 pm). We drive back and wait for the mechanic to call for his return visit. And we wait. And wait. And wait. I begin growing impatient and was starting to feel uncomfortable.
It took this long?
My Arabic is limited and honestly, I stopped listening awhile back. He had already grazed Amelia's leg.
Warning #5916: ABORT MISSION
Long story even shorter, he begins discussing Amelia's body, how he can offer her a job plus an apartment and wait – inappropriately grabs her chest. Then as she screams "La2a" (NO), he does it again and just says, "Ma3lesh, ma3lesh" while he gropes her chest. She instantly gets out of the car. Angry, humiliated and upset that she froze and didn't knock the hell out of him.
Here she was telling me that I'd just run across some bad people, and reminding me about the positive things and then – she had this happen because she thought he was doing a good deed.
It is Ramadan, Muslim Holy month, and while that might not mean much to some – for the majority of Muslims here – whether it is because they believe it or for show – they respect it. However, I have incurred just as much harassment Ramadan or not, but I guess the difference is you expect it to somewhat subside.
Two years ago for the end of Ramadan celebration, Eid, in downtown, Tahrir Square, hundreds of men became frantic after seeing a dancer and rampaged through the streets ripping off women's clothes – even women wearing the fully covered niqabs. Women began running in a frenzy begging shop owners to open the doors to escape the pandemonium. If you are able to find a news source detailing the event, please leave it as a comment.
Even going to the police stationed on every corner is virtually of no use as most of them also continue the harassment.
And now I'm angry. I'm angry because Cairoenes will tell you that 10 years ago, women were less covered – with old movies showing ladies in mini-skirts. You know what else they say? That harassment was also far less. More women are fully covered these days and the harassment is on the rise. It's so bad that one of my other friends was grabbed on the street, onlookers just watched as though it was a screenplay, and she started screaming in distress. No one came to help her until she started screaming "Thief" in Arabic – then the onlookers became an angry mob and chased the perpetrator.
How has this been allowed to grow so out of control that now it is seen as the norm? I said before that moving to a foreign country means you must compromise, but there are some things you should never compromise and this is one of them. I feel as though harassment increases daily the longer I stay.
Change has to come from within and I certainly hope the scales tip and women are respected by the majority – not just a few.
And to the man pictured above, I hope you get exactly what you deserve and let me tell you, it's not 40 virgins waiting for you in Heaven.
**Name given to conceal identity


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One hundred years ago, people were rubbing their hands with excitement in anticipation of the beginning of the First World War. How times have changed! Who knows what future conflicts people might be looking forward to in a hundred more years. We asked a group of futurologists to give their predictions for what changes we can expect by 2114, even though they'll all be dead by then so they can't be criticised when they get it wrong.
Future science consultant Ian Bough said that by the end of this century, global warming would cause the sun to expand to fill half the sky. This would force people to live underground to avoid its scorching rays. The main effect of this would be that people would keep slugs and moles as pets instead of cats and dogs. Also the Winter Olympics would be cancelled, but that wouldn't affect Brits much.
It is expected that life expectancy will have increased drastically by the 22nd century, said retired priest Father Tim. He believes that the majority of humans will live to be 400 years old by then. In order to trim the numbers of old people, they will be forced to play death bingo and Russian roulette-bowls.
Ruth Snip, outspoken feminist and professor of Gender Studies at the Isle of Man had another view. She said that men would become irrelevant by 2100 and would play no further part in sexual relations with women. Sex between a man and a woman would probably be criminalised. She claimed that the human race would split into two distinct species - one male, and one female - with both men and women reproducing homosexually.
There would also be changes to the world of work. Futurologist Mystic Bob predicted there would only be two types of job in future - those done by the robots, and those done by people unfortunate enough to be clever enough to be able to program robots. Everyone else would live off government handouts. Satire would be written by robots too, but Bob said this was already happening in 2014.
Mystic Bob added that the nature of democracy would change. We would no longer have elections but benevolent robots would rule over us, making decisions based on what was trending on Twitter at that moment. Of course Twitter itself wouldn't exist any more, having been replaced by chips implanted directly into people's brains. These chips would broadcast all of our thoughts directly onto the internet, to provide a limitless pit of entertainment for everyone to ease their boredom from not having anything to do all day.
So there it is - a vision of the future, today. Now let's hope we die before it happens for real.


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A boat was consumed by flames in a boatyard on NW 74th Avenue in Medley late Monday afternoon, aerial footage showed.
The boat on the ground burned as black smoke billowed upwards.
A fire truck responded to the scene, at 7711 NW 74th Ave., but authorities appeared to be letting the fire burn itself out. Other vehicles were nearby, but the fire had not spread to them.
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Kate Middleton's village plans 'Fit for a King' sign
THE Duchess of Cambridge's home village is set to cash in on the arrival of newborn Prince George by installing signs welcoming visitors to "Bucklebury – A Village Fit for a King".
It might only be a humble farming community in the Home Counties but those living in the Berkshire village are fiercely proud that a future monarch hails from the parish.
One of the reasons Kate and William, both 31, chose to bring their baby back to her parents' home so soon after his birth was the respect neighbours have for their privacy.
Residents now want to celebrate the fact their future monarch has his roots in middle-class England, with the "fit for a king" slogan a favourite idea.
Barry Dickens, 68, vice?chairman of Bucklebury parish council, said: "What a lovely suggestion. For thousands of years kings and queens have been born and raised in huge castles or stately homes."
It's strange to think two future kings are staying in a house just down the road
Bucklebury resident Tracie Lewis, 50, said: "It's strange to think two future kings are staying in a house just down the road.
"If the parish council is going to do something to celebrate the connection to Bucklebury, then I hope it's done in a tasteful and understated manner. Otherwise it will look cheap and tacky."