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TV for Nerds: Brave & the Bold Ep. 20
"Hail the Tornado Tyrant!"
Reader/Commentator/Pal Ian A. has goaded me into writing reviews for the Batman: Brave & the Bold animated series (Cartoon Network, Friday nights, 8:30 Eastern!), and so I am compelled to comply. It is, after all, the most fun show on television right now. Sure, you've got the usual contingent of fanmen who complain that it's far too light-hearted, and should clearly be ferociously dark like the Dini/Timm series apparently was. I say fooey to those people. B&B is brilliant.
Now, watch as I shamelessly rip off the A.V. Club's TV Club.
"Hail the Tornado Tyrant!"
Written by: J.M. DeMatteis (No foolin'!)
What Happened: The catchy two-minutes-and-done opener once again features the willy-measurin' competition between Batman and Green Arrow to be the coolest superhero on the block. I particularly enjoy this show's willingness to mix together fun bits from every era of Batman continuity, but its main inspiration lies in a combination of the 50s Dick Sprang era and the 70s/80s Haney-and-Aparo Brave and the Bold run from which the show takes its name. This atmosphere delivers a straight-to-the-pointiness that works in Batman's favor. We get a car chase with the Rat-Pack-esque Joker that naturally ends in the villain's capture, and then Batman and Green Arrow are immediately off to capture Catwoman, each hero using their respective automobile's hidden ability to transform into a jet to chase after her. Simple but classic.
The main plot of the episode, however, involves Red Tornado. I am not a Red Tornado fan– as far as sympathetic super-androids go, I'm a Vision guy. Also, the fact that he's voiced by Corey Burton makes me assume that he will reveal himself as Brainiac at any second, but I digress. Batman swings by Tornado's lab to see what's happenin', and Tornado reveals that he's built himself a son, programmed him to have emotions, and named him Tornado Champion. Kid Tornado's appearance invokes the red-and-purple Silver Age attire of big Red. It's not too long before the trio are summoned to deal with a rampage by none other than Major Disaster.
In the ensuing battle, Batman's Bat-Gyro goes kablooey and Tornado Champion gets struck by a lightning bolt courtesy of the major. This kickstarts his emotional circuits or whatnot, but puts them in overdrive, as we'll soon find out. He develops a distaste for humanity, as they hate and fear him as "some robot" despite his human feelings, and he decides to take it out on Major Disaster, and then– the world! Batman puts him down, but Champion later rebuilds himself as the bigger, fiercer Tornado Tyrant. These silly names are apparently all references to Red Tornado's ludicrously complicated comics backstory, according to Wikipedia.
Tornado Tyrant's plan is to flood Coast City with a massive tidal wave, wiping out those despicable humans. Again, it's up to Batman and Red Tornado to stop him with some scrambler doohickey and good old-fashioned fisticuffs. The Tyrant's view on humanity is that they're weak and foolish and must be destroyed, but Red Tornado instructs him as to the hoping, dreaming nature of humanity, their wonderful gooey center, and then makes his robo-son go kaboom. Batman believes that Red Tornado's shown he's got more humanity in him than he thinks, but Tornado shoos him away to mourn in silence– as only an "emotionless machine" can– with robo-tears!
The Moral of the Story: Never build your own sidekick. Human nature is more complicated than it looks. Even an android can cry.
Verdict: Eh, s'alright.
– Man, these Red Tornado episodes are real downers. First we get the Christmas episode with the world's most traumatizing Batman origin ever, and now we have the ol' robot hero building himself a family and being forced to destroy it. Dag, yo.
– "Uncle Batman." Aww, that's cute.
– I was waiting for an "I brought you into this world, and I can take you out of it!" line. No dice.
– Well, of course the Jokermobile shoots death popcorn.
– DeMatteis is a good fit for Red Tornado; when he's not bwa-ha-ha-ing it up, his stories veer towards examinations of identity and the spirit.
– It's not my favorite episode, but they can't all be the best episode ever, can they?
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Rain-bearing clouds hang heavy over the skies of New Delhi as an avuncular portly man alights from his bicycle outside the Hindi Bhavan near the popular Pragati Maidan and begins setting up a makeshift tea stall on the footpath.
In a few minutes Laxman Rao's stall – a rudimentary plank to hold his stove and tea making paraphernalia under a large umbrella – is up after which he opens a large bag of books and spreads the novels on a plastic sheet in front of the stall.
In no time people stop by and order tea. One of them picks up a book, flips through it and purchases it. Laxman smiles as he accepts the money for the book. 'That's a novel I wrote last year,' says the 62-year-old man. 'It has already sold over 5,000 copies.'
The tea vendor is a hugely popular award-winning writer and has already got 12 published books to his credit, several of them selling like hot cakes at his tea stall and on online stores such as Flipkart and Amazon.
'I self publish and on an average sell books worth around Rs10,000 [Dh550] every month,' says the author.
The figure is impressive considering the fact that Laxman started off life in Delhi working as a construction labourer, then in roadside eateries, cleaning dishes for a living.
'I arrived in Delhi from Maharashtra in 1975. My dream was to be a writer, but I quickly realised that it wasn't easy so took up the first job that came my way – as a construction labourer,' he says. When the project was over, Laxman moved on to other jobs like helping in roadside cafés.
This continued for some years until he saved up enough money to set up a tea shop of his own. 'For the past 20 years, I have been selling tea, along with my books, on these pavements of Delhi.'
While he is busy all day managing the tea stall, once he shuts shop and returns home, he slips into writer mode penning short stories, essays, plays and novels.
Over the years, Laxman has written 22 books so far; 12 have been published, six have gone into reprints and the rest are due to be published by year end. Along the way, he also picked up a couple of awards and honours for his works.
However, the going has not been easy. 'I've had to overcome several challenges to realise my passion for the published word,' he says. 'I belong to a very poor family. My father was a farmer and could barely make ends meet. Desperate to improve our life, and hoping to become a writer having a passion for reading and writing, I came to the national capital after I realised that most of the publishers are based here.'
That was in 1975. Laxman had just Rs40 that he had borrowed from his father. While he would spend all day working as a labourer in the hot sun of Delhi, at night he would retire to his rented small one-room shanty and slip into the world of dreams putting down his thoughts into words.
'I was determined to become a writer some day,' he says. But three years later, in 1978 after finishing his first book titled Nai Duniya Ki Nayi Kahani (A new world, a new story) he found there were few takers.
'Breaking into the club of Hindi writers was frighteningly difficult. Many publication houses refused to meet with me. Some wanted around Rs30,000-40,000 to publish my work,' he says.
He spent his hard-earned savings travelling every day, meeting publishers and agents. But he wasn't lucky.
'My wife Rekha, who I had just married and brought to Delhi, was initially upset that I was spending almost all my earnings on trying to get my book published. She suggested that I stop writing,' he says. 'But I would have none of it. I told her "How can I leave my dream half-fulfilled. Nothing can stop me from writing. By killing my writing, you will end up killing me," I argued.' Rekha, 50, smiles shyly when reminded about the bygone years. 'I then told him, "If the distributors or book stores are not willing to sell your book, you publish it and sell the copies from your stall alongside tea."
That was a turning point in his writing career. 'I thought that was a good idea and investing all my savings. I self published my book in 1979.'
The book sold a modest 3,000 copies, and Laxman began to be noticed. 'I got a few reviews in newspapers and magazines and people began to talk about how a tea boy became a writer,' he says.
But not all of it was positive.
'Many people felt I'd lifted someone else's work. Few took me seriously. Some of the people I showed my work to including writers, said: ''You better concentrate on your tea-making skills, you cannot become a writer by lifting other people's work.''
'People used to discourage me. But I never got disheartened. I was determined to make a mark in the world of literature.'
More books followed almost all of them mirroring his life or the lives of people he came across – characters leading turbulent lives and struggling in the midst of grinding poverty but at the same time not forgetting to enjoy the simple pleasures of life.
Since Laxman was close to the centre of government, many of his novels and essays reflected the then political scenario, too.
Soon, word about the budding roadside writer soon reached the ears of the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, who in 1984, extended an invitation to him to meet her. 'I was overjoyed,' says Laxman. 'I took along a copy each of all the books I'd written and presented them to her.
'I told her that I wanted to write a book on her life. She however told me, "Don't write about me. Write about the political leadership of this country. Write about their work.'''
Laxman took her advice and wrote an essay titled Pradhan Mantri (Prime Minister) on part of Indira's tenure. 'I also wrote a play based on her life and used the same title as the essay,' he says.
His hard work and determination began to pay off and more honours came his way.
In 1992 he published Ramdas – a novel that explores the turbulent relationship between a teacher and a student – which went on to win him the Indraprastha Sahitya Bharti Award in 2003. It also earned him an invitation from the former President of India Pratibha Patil to visit her at her official residence the Rashtrapati Bhawan.
'It was another red letter day for me,' says Laxman, who prefers writing about social events, literary analysis, social events and political analyses.
An avid reader, Laxman says he enjoys the works of famous Indian writers Munshi Premchand, Sharat Chandra Chattopadhyay and Osho Rajneesh. 'I also make it a point to read the editorials of all the major newspapers that I subscribe at home,' he says.
Although his first book came out nearly four decades ago, Laxman admits he is still struggling. 'At times, I feel that I came to Delhi to become a writer and ended up becoming a tea-vendor. I haven't still got the place and recognition I deserve in the Hindi literary world. But when I look at it from another perspective, I realise that I have come a long way from where I started. I have written so many books. I have been published in several national and international media, people have read and relished my stories worldwide.
'What else can a tea seller ask for?'
Although in his sixties, Laxman has no qualms loading his books on his bike, taking them to schools and pitching them to students.
'I've learnt writing a book is not the end, you need to market them too.' In 2000, Laxman's fourth book Narmada saw the light of the day. Inspired by a real-life character called Narmada.
'When I came to Delhi, I used work at a construction site. While there, I observed a girl named Narmada. I used to see her walk her dog every morning and initially I thought she belonged to a well to do family. But over time, I found out that she was actually the daughter of their maid. Both her parents had died and she was now working in a house. Her story intrigued me and from her sprang my novel Narmada.'
His bestselling work, though, is Ramdas – also inspired from a real-life story. 'Ramdas, a mischievous, boorish boy, falls in love with an idealistic girl called Ranjana. The story is about how the girl changed the boy and brought him on the right path,' he says. The book sold over 7,000 copies. Laxman says there have been instances when people 'look up my books on Amazon or Flipkart, read up about me then come to my shop here to meet me and buy my book from me personally.
'They have tea at my stall, buy books and praise them. What else do you want as a writer?' he asks, with smile.
Self publishing, he admits, is expensive. 'I have to save up for three to four months before I can publish a book, he says. My two sons help, too, by chipping in what they can.
Laxman's books are also available on Kindle and Paytm. 'It is overwhelming to know that British and American people too, are buying my books,' he says. Last year, he earned close to Rs80,000 in royalties.
So does he plan to quit his tea-stall and take up writing full time?
'The day I start earning enough to take care of my family I would know that the time has come to move on and take up full-time writing. If I dedicate the eight hours to writing that I spend at the tea-stall, all my pending, half-written works would be completed in no time.
'I want to reach every nook and corner of India through my books. I want to leave a mark on the history of Hindi literature before I die,' he says.


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5 Stunning, Futuristic Concept Cars You Might Be Able to Buy Someday
Car designers are hard at work coming up with some incredible, futuristic-looking automotive designs, some of which may be racing down your street in the years ahead.
Car designers are hard at work coming up with some incredible, futuristic-looking automotive designs, some of which may be racing down your street in the years ahead.
The things we'll do for our children.
Ever wonder where the money you donate to charity goes?
You're not alone.
How much would you pay to park?
Father's Day is fast approaching and we believe Dad deserves just as much man-pampering on his special day as Mom does on Mother's Day.
Here's a tip: if you want to be a waiter, move to New York.
Getting dumped was just the beginning of this guy's problems.
Job interviews are hard enough without sabotaging yourself by making some major mistakes that hiring managers say are all too common. These seem like obvious interview no-nos, but they're at the top of every recruiter's list of things they see people doing all the time that kill their chances of being offered a job.
Think math is for nerds?
There are a million reasons you're wrong.
Life is an amazing gift when you stop and think about it. Out of all the things that are living, you get to be you—which is a lot better than being a sea slug, for example. In order to ensure that you get the most out this life and as many years as you possibly can, you need to take good care of your body—that vessel that lets you breathe air, eat food, meet your friends at restaurants and get about in general.
Botox injections have been used as a cosmetic procedure for more than a decade, with millions of people trying to reduce the number of wrinkles on their faces.
Cats and dogs, while extremely lovable, are not the only choices out there when it comes to selecting a household pet. There are quite a few unusual animals in existence that actually make good, even great companions for their human owners. We're not talking man-eating tigers or wild boars here—there are some limits to just how exotic you should go.


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When you've a pixelated handgun to start your quest for freeing your village of invading mosters, killing is your sole option. There's no looking back or sideways, and your glance is always pointed at your enemies, who are sinister and come in large numbers. The zombies, ghouls, dead beings and even robbers, cops and gangs form a huge rival ring and you wipe them out with your firepower. There are various strategies to use, right areas to hit and the right ways of doing it. Limited ammo is some concern in pixel Gun 3D, but you need to acquire the right gun so as to compensate for this issue.
Starting off in the quest
The magnified and extremely detailed new maps and graphics give the arena mode a great look. It looks like a deep, impregnable forest shinning with seeds.
- You have to overcome and pass through different enemies and mobs. You need to avoid narrow passages and lanes. If you go in there, you have virtually no way left to come out alive. In your pursuit of victory and restoring your village to normalcy and life, you need to make up your mind about the weapons you use.
- Your arsenal is a big part of your game and it's the only thing that remains at your side. Depending on the need of the hour and your own requisite, you need to pick between a knife, a bow or a gun.
- The campaign mode brings to you breathtaking sound effects and tracks. You have a wide variety of weapons in this segment. You can choose from MP5, heavy machine gun, AK47 and lots more.
- You can also get the facility of various types of new, cool maps. The amazing pixel graphics and powerful light in HD make things thoroughly captivating. It's a new world of mobile gaming and you just can't have enough of it.
The correlated aspects
Skin maker is another essential aspect of the game and you'll need it for killing extensively and advancing to the next stages.
- You can create your personal skin and use it in the much acclaimed multiplayer mode.
- There's a little trivia about the arena mode. Here, the player doesn't take any form of huge collateral damage, which would have otherwise made the Ruby Helmet and similar self-destruction elements almost useless.
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Prince William's New Ride Worth $407,000: Features WiFi Connection and Bulletproof Glass
Prince William and Duchess Kate reportedly have a new ride … one that's worth an estimated $407,000. The car is bulletproof and specially customized for the royal family.
"The Bentley is being leased by the Duke and the Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry for official engagements, which is no different to any other member of the Royal family," a Kensington Palace spokesperson explained.
The car is quite special, given that it has bulletproof glass, a WiFi connection, a champagne cooler, and quilted seats that not only heat up but have a massage function as well. Pictures show that the car also has screens for either TV or computer usage. The Flying Spur, as this edition of the Bentley is known, can reach speeds of 200 miles per hour but only gets 19 miles to the gallon, making it rather uneconomical.
William and Kate have already used the vehicle, taking it to a reception at the Natural History Museum in London. The Royal family has a warrant from the Queen and Prince of Wales, and in 2002 gifted the Queen with her very own limousine to mark her Golden Jubilee. It's likely that there is a deal between the Royals and Bentley, and that the Cambridges were able to get a good deal. However, no such information is available to the public.
The Royals were one of the first people to have The Flying Spur a full six months before it was available to the public. It was outfitted for them, though, and specially padded and equipped with a loudspeaker to deter anyone from getting too close to the vehicle.
How is the car being paid for? Reports state that the Duchess of Cornwall is financing the vehicle's costs, which takes care of the finances and official work for Prince Charles and his family. This includes another vehicle, a Jaguar, for the younger Royals, should the need arise.


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The following is a comprehensive list of every film I've seen that debuted in the year 2015 in a U.S. theater, or if not released in the U.S., then released in 2015 in its home country. My favorite 20 films are ranked, while the remaining are in approximate order according to overall feelings and lasting impressions. Films near the top are worth watching, while films near the bottom are not worth your time. Those movies seen in the middle portion are worth filtering through and watching, depending if it peaks your specific interest in the film, whether because it has a favorite director, actor, or interesting plot. A good rule of thumb: if it's below the middle of the unranked section, then it probably isn't worth watching.
1. The Revenant
visually and technically the best movie of the year. DiCaprio puts out an Oscar worthy performance and the film's direction is flawless by incredible filmmaker Inarittu. in terms of story and plot, there may be something more the audience would hope for, but in every other aspect this film is a masterpiece.
2. Inside Out
easily one of the most imaginative and successful animated films you will ever watch. achieves every thing it sets out to do, in addition to creating characters you feel unconditionally attached to. really a masterpiece and worthy of an Oscar nod in multiple categories.
3. Sicario
you could very well put this as the top film of the year, but part of me feels its a story that has been told to a degree before. the writing and direction is top notch and feels like a winner, but there seems to be something missing. absolutely a must watch, and expect this to be nominated for some Oscars.
4. Mommy
incredibly riveting and powerful drama about the tribulations of parenting. some real great acting, writing, direction and the setting is wonderfully designed. absolutely a must watch for the year, and worthy of awards.
5. Spotlight
really really well written and paced, and a perfect execution of the true story. found it gripping and exciting to watch, and i think any film that can do that without action or melodrama deserves extra recognition. absolutely a must watch for the year, and expect some Oscar nominations.
6. Room
a wonderfully shot and paced drama; great acting and a must watch. i think when you start to get to this level of quality in a film, it's hard to compare, so i won't say this is or isn't the best film of the year, but it can definitely be in the top 10 for almost everyone who watches it. such a unique and interesting story, and it's so beautifully told.
7. The Big Short
easily one of the most important and enjoyable films of the year. great performances all around, and well written, yet the subject matter is what makes this film so special. a seemingly perfect description of the Great Recession of 2008 and highlights those who saw it coming. definitely a must watch film.
8. Beasts of No Nation
one of the most important films of the year, and a very well done adaptation of the book. this is a must watch, but i will say some of the direction and the story development can be at times imperfect.
9. Victoria
wow this is awesome. the movie is about the events of one night, starting with a girl meeting a guy at a club. what unfolds is an incredible story with perfectly executed direction and constantly building tension. definitely a must watch, and probably one of the ten best films of the year.
10. Dheepan
another beautiful film from acclaimed director Jacques Audiard. definitely a must watch for its uniqueness, but also for how visually stunning many of the shots are. great acting from first time actors, and its surprisingly exciting to watch given the genre.
11. 99 Homes
Michael Shannon and Andrew Garfield star in this indie drama. really awesome and riveting story with great acting, great writing and powerful directing. definitely a must watch and one of the best of the year.
12. Ex Machina
incredibly smart film about artificial intelligence, and from a director who understands what makes an intelligent film. acting is great and the setting and characters are all perfectly executed.
13. Creed
awesome followup film for young filmmaker Ryan Coogler. you've hopefully already heard about this and have seen it, but in case you haven't, its definitely worth the watch. its not necessary to have seen the Rocky films or even know anything about them.
14. Tangerine
great indie film set in Hollywood. story about a mix between street walkers and a cab driver. there is much to enjoy about this for lovers of indie dramas. this director seems to be an up and comer in the genre.
15. What We Do In The Shadows
one of my personal favorite films of the year and truly hilarious. the characters are a bit satirical yet somehow feel real and worth caring about. i think if you only watch one film about vampires in your life, it should probably be this one.
16. Me and Earl and the Dying Girl
very touching yet funny and well paced coming-of-age story about a kid in high school dealing with the ups and downs of life and death. surprisingly uplifting yet very emotional and heart breaking at times. must watch movie from this year, great for all ages.
17. Mustang
beautifully shot foreign film with very realistic and well written characters and plot. must watch from this year and a must watch for anyone who loves indie or foreign film.
18. Tangerines
made by a (European) Georgian director, this simple arthouse film is the perfect mix of realism and melodrama. something feels real authentic with this picture, and i think this will unfortunately go unnoticed by many. highly recommended if you like a good hearty subtitle film.
19. The Tribe
beautifully shot Ukrainian arthouse film that is completely in sign language and no subtitles. it may not sound like something you would wanna watch, but trust me the story is good. it's a little difficult to follow if you don't know sign language but it's still possible to follow through the story. i think there's a lot of relatable themes here and many will appreciate it.
20. Wild Tales
Argentinian film with multiple independent stories told separately. all are "wild" as the title suggests, and showcase different types of people put in different types of situations. truly something unique and worth watching. definitely entertaining in its own regard.
Mad Max: Fury Road
yes, this is as good as everyone says. an incredible piece of cinema regardless of its history and its future. the characters are exciting, albeit erratic and frantic. the visuals are stunning and the plot and story are actually worth caring about. easily the best film of the Mad Max series.
beautifully shot, directed, written and acted, but i do think the subject matter and story itself are lacking in substance. while the film is often gripping, the build up of tension is often unwarranted and the background of the characters is not as detailed as it should have been. definitely one of the better films, but probably not in my top 10 for the year.
great wartime movie about a soldier behind enemy lines and in a unique situation. well shot and acted, very realistic plot and enjoyable and gripping to watch. would recommend.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens
one of the better films of the year, and honestly one of the best of the Star Wars series due to the great production value. the same old lovable characters and action packed sequences, with tons of drama and twists. i don't think this is a more unique film than previous films of the series, due to recycled story lines, but obviously a must watch.
set in a small village in Africa, the spread of jihadist Islam disturbs the peaceful lives of several families. the story was decently crafted yet the dialogue can be a bit vague at times. can be boring arthouse for some people, but definitely a watch if you can respect foreign films.
The Fool
a beautifully told story that highlights some of the many problems of current day Russia, including the poor living conditions and governmental corruption and bribery. the film becomes preachy and cliche at times, but the overall feel and direction is still good enough to overcome this.
Straight Outta Compton
actually a very good, and seemingly realistic, depiction of the rap group N.W.A.. fun to watch, at times funny, sad or nail-biting, this really has everything you might want from this type of film.
Love & Mercy
very enjoyable biopic about Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys. good acting, writing and direction. definitely worth the watch, regardless of your familiarity with the group.
The Diary of a Teenage Girl
nice and unique coming-of-age story about a hippie girl in the 70's. i have no problem with this movie, but i think the direction is occasionally lacking and the plot is unrealistic at times.
real good British war film. definitely worth the watch, unfortunately overshadowed by bigger budget American war films with bigger name actors. the tension built here is real and perpetuating.
succeeds in that it does not feel cliche nor does it follow any sort of predictable line. it fails in creating a uniform style that makes sense. the feel and style of the movie is fun and enjoyable, and definitely worth the watch, but i think the writer creates a story that does not leave the audience with intense emotional connection to its characters like some other films this year. otherwise a great watch.
The End of the Tour
based on a 5-day trip between a Rolling Stone writer and David Foster Wallace, the movie is a peak into the life of a famous writer at his peak. the simplicity to which he lives his life is surprisingly thrilling to watch and the philosophy discussed is something the audience can appreciate. i think the film is very well done considering the simple story and the acting is on point. would recommend to all.
Steve Jobs
the styles of both Boyle and Sorkin are very apparent in this film, and i think this takes away from the realism of Steve Jobs the man. the film is enjoyable and thrilling to watch, although some may find the structure and plot to be boring, as the film covers only 3 events in time, each somewhat in real time. i think this will give some sort of a glimpse into who Jobs was, but i do not think this is the most realistic depiction of how he lived and who he was.
surprisingly great family film. wasn't as cheesy as i thought, and i felt the need to put this higher up than a lot of the other films i saw from this year. really well done production.
Son of Saul
Hungarian film set during the Holocaust in a concentration camp. the story follows a frantic prisoner/worker who tries to find solitude in burying what appears to be his son. beyond the tragic storyline and difficult images, the movie itself is nothing too unique or extraordinary, although still a must watch from this year, especially in terms of European films.
The Martian
i took issue with parts of the beginning of the film, but by the midpoint, the movie was fully enjoyable and kept the audience enthralled. great acting and writing, although parts of this story are just not realistic, even for NASA.
The Hateful Eight
i really enjoyed the story and thought it was wonderfully paced with rising tension. the acting is decent, although i didn't really enjoy Tarantino's dialogue. i think some of it felt awkward, but still was a very enjoyable film.
10,000 km
wonderfully shot and edited drama about a couple dealing with a long distance relationship. the emotion can be felt through the solid acting and very realistic dialogue and plot. definitely a must watch for indie film lovers or foreign film lovers.
45 Years
how well written and well acted this is makes up for the somewhat bland story that takes place. this is essentially British arthouse and can be very slow for some, but i personally felt attached to the characters and was never really bored. a good watch and an interesting look at relationships, even those that have made it over 45 years.
Gett: The Trial of Viviane Amsalem
kind of a knockoff of A Separation from a couple year's prior, this Israeli drama is set to the tone of realism in a religious country, where morals and logic doesn't always dictate law. the acting is great, the writing is decent, but the direction and overall plot is kind of simple and uneventful. definitely better than most films this year, but still boring at times.
beautifully shot and acted story about a girl's immigration to Brooklyn, New York in the 1950s. its well told and seemingly authentic, although the story is not as rich and fulfilling as it could be. i kept waiting for a hook or climax, yet at the end of the day, this isn't a melodrama. just a good old fashioned realistic story of a girl.
a very nicely done foreign film that feels almost too authentic. there is nothing Hollywood about this, which means for some this may be a tad boring, but for the average cinephile, this is a very nice artsy watch with beautiful imagery.
Black Mass
a story about the infamous Whitey Bulger, a criminal mob boss in Boston in the 1970's and beyond, the movie is well directed and written. the acting feels a little fake, as most of the actors put on a cliche Boston accent, but overall a decent, above average movie.
Bridge of Spies
decent Cold War film about a prisoner exchange and touches on some related thematic elements about humanitarianism and morality. well done but nothing groundbreaking in terms of film making. i enjoyed the watch but i may soon forget about it.
very well told story about the blacklisting of Communist writers and actors in Hollywood. Cranston is awesome in this, and the rest of the cast is well suited. there's really no problem with this film, other than the story is kind of predictable and doesn't put you on the edge of your seat. otherwise a very nice movie about a very important era of Hollywood.
Infinitely Polar Bear
an emotionally driven but very uplifting story with an incredible performance by Mark Ruffalo and others. well directed and written, although some may find the story bland and simple in plot.
beautifully shot foreign arthouse film with Michael Caine. there are many themes being discussed, including life and mortality, love and lust, and style and intellect. would not recommend to all movie goers, but definitely a good watch for most film lovers.
The Walk
decent little film that's fun for the whole family. story about the man who walked on a wire strung between the two World Trade Center towers in 1974. good watch, but not a necessary watch.
The Salvation
a Danish American film set in 1800's old West America, this has a story worth watching with its fair share of drama and action. the lead actor is a well known one, but this isn't his best work. definitely kept me excited throughout, and its not a long film, so I'd say its worth the watch.
Boy & the World
very imaginative animated foreign film with no dialogue. i was pretty bored throughout because i don't prefer animated films, especially those driven artistically without dialogue. this is more a children's movie than an adult's movie, but i do see the value and merits of those who worked on it.
Mistress America
another hip indie flick from Noah Baumbach. a good watch with a classic story structure that will make you laugh and cry, and leave you happy and sad. worth the watch.
very funny and entertaining comedy written and starring Amy Schumer. i enjoyed the dirty humor, the celebrity cameos and the feel good story.
While We're Young
cool indie flick by Noah Baumbach. i like the commentary about youth in modern society and i think the story and writing is well constructed. the characters are realistic and the acting is well done.
The Danish Girl
was not as thrilling or exceptionally done as i expected it to be. good performances by all, and decent direction, but the screenplay does not do a good enough job of bringing out the development of the title character. worth the watch, but not in my top 20 for the year.
Kingsman: The Secret Service
fun stuff, some great action scenes, and some that are just laughable. the writing is surprisingly good and its not too cheesy. the story brings up some interesting points about the real world also, but nothing groundbreaking.
It Follows
pretty creepy horror thriller. weird story, somewhat metaphorical. characters you can relate to, and story line you can follow. i think this might be a little slow for the average movie goer though.
Furious 7
a worthy sendoff to Paul, and a fun flick to eat popcorn to. not the best of the series, but not the worst. obviously cult fans might disagree with that, so i'll just say watch this film for completeness.
A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence
a sort of satirical, Malick-esque dry comedy focusing on the sad realities of life. a mix of Wes Anderson style and philosophy that is open to interpretation. this film isn't for the average movie goer, nor the viewer looking to live on the edge of their seat. but the imagery and storytelling is definitely unique and unlike most of what you have seen.
The Stanford Prison Experiment
a memorable and unique film about a real life story about psychology and social issues. very interesting and pretty fun to watch. not your typical action or drama though.
theres something beautiful and dark about this film. it definitely leaves you feeling a certain type of way, and i think for many this will be an emotional journey. for others, this can seem strange and overly abstract in concept at times.
just a good, old fashioned superhero movie with just the right amount of humor and action. nothing will blow your socks off about this film, which makes it somewhat forgettable other than the fact that this is a new superhero with a new power. the plot itself is as standard as it comes.
Bajirao Mastani
not the best Bollywood movie, but the actors are nice to look at and the story is decent. kind of long and the CGI ain't that good.
Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter
i like the idea and i like many parts of this indie flick, but the story doesn't seem to develop the character a whole lot, and the direction takes some weird turns. i like what they are trying to do though.
standard Hollywood drama with a story you can root for and good acting. the script could have been better, but the acting makes up for it for the most part.
The Water Diviner
typical feel good story with feel good acting. feels a little Hollywood but has a cool unique story. i think most might appreciate this but expect a drama and not a whole lot of indie vibes.
McFarland, USA
a well told, feel good story about a winning high school running team built out of nothing. you will definitely root for the characters, but most of the film is predictable. watch it if you like other Disney sports movies.
Pawn Sacrifice
pretty standard Hollywood drama, and i think it relies on cliches at times, but still a decent watch. dont think its very memorable as a movie as the script is pretty bland.
very well done adaptation of the play "Macbeth". the script is in old Scottish tongue and can be hard for many to follow, but the events and direction are very easy to understand. wonderful tragedy and drama built up, but those that do not enjoy Shakespeare may find this a tad boring.
The Night Before
probably a very typical Hollywood comedy for most, but i loved the interplay between the characters and all the cameos, so for me this was an above average comedy with some positive feel-good moments. worth the watch if you're looking for a Christmas themed comedy.
an action comedy that does not rely on cliches, nor does it revolve around ludicrous inconsistencies in structure. the comedy is genuine and although it isn't the funniest movie of the year, the story is definitely feel-good and entertaining.
besides all the technological and scientific falsities that it depends on, the story itself is decent and the action is fun enough to justify a watch. really cool having the band Die Antwoord be a part of it, and they were surprisingly good at acting.
a happy ending drama with a weirdly satirical vibe. acting is pretty good, story is interesting, but overall this is just an average Hollywood flick. Russell is a good diector, so watch it if you are familiar with his other work.
Jurassic World
well produced sequel to the previous Jurassic films. really nothing too unique here; its all just a bigger, badder and more advanced version of the previous ones, just like the film's main villain.
i think this is better than the ratings lead it on to be. a fun watch and some cool story development. not exactly an artistic movie, but still a fun Hollywood flick.
movie about the discovery of football's link with chronic brain damage and the ensuing concussion protocol associated with it. Will Smith does a decent job acting and the film is of average quality. not a bad watch, but not a must-watch-film.
Fifty Shades of Grey
this is exactly what we all expected it to be. soft-core porn with a typical love story. the screenplay isn't very good in terms of dialogue and development, but the acting isn't bad, and the romance can be felt at times. honestly worth a watch if you don't mind the gratuitous sex; just try to watch it alone or with a significant other.
there is nothing better or worse about this film than any other Bond film, so don't expect to be blown away. the movie is especially long and it is at times slow and boring. there are plenty of chase scenes and action sequences, but really this is not a must watch movie unless you need completion on the Bond series.
pretty funny Amy Poehler and Tina Fey comedy, with a nice story and some great characters. definitely a fun watch if you like these SNL actors and typical Hollywood humor. obviously not gonna be groundbreaking storylines or a unique moral of the story, but still worth the watch.
The DUFF
slightly modified version of Mean Girls. fun and enjoyable coming-of-age story about a girl in high school. not the most unique high school movie, but still a decent watch.
The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
just like the first one, so if you liked the first, then watch this. no, its not exactly the same, but it has the same characters and the same direction, just a new plot.
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2
a decent completion of the series. there wasn't a need to split this into two films, but other than that typical Hollywood move, the series is good enough to watch and enjoy.
cut and dry mobster story revolving around family and romance with most cliches you would expect. not a bad movie, just a completely predictable one. i enjoyed the 2 hours it took to watch it, but i will soon forget the story.
American Ultra
a pretty fun movie to watch, yet completely lacks in meaning or motivation for the story. i felt like the plot was quickly thought of out of thin and next thing you know, they are shooting fight scenes. i found myself bored with the development and not caring for the characters.
Irrational Man
another Woody Allen movie that lives up to its mediocre expectations yet still intrigues the viewer with its dark humor and witty banter. decent watch, but overall a bit pretentious and verbose, as is much of Allen's recent work.
a not so well known indie film starring Al Pacino as a grumpy old man, this story of rebirth and moving on is nothing too special. i watched it because it is yet another film by David Gordon Green that is scored by the great Texan band Explosions in the Sky, but don't feel obligated to watch this unless you like slow indie, sad instrumentals or Al Pacino.
Pitch Perfect 2
yea this is pretty much like the first one. its not terrible, but its not groundbreaking. i think you already know if you should watch this.
The Man From U.N.C.L.E.
yea it's a fun Guy Ritchie film, but it's not his best. cool characters, somewhat cliche story that's probably been done. probably worth the watch, but don't expect to be blown away.
To Write Love On Her Arms
based on the true story, this movie is about the girl who inspired the movement which helps suicidal and drug addicted teens. decent execution and pretty good script and direction. the story isn't quite as enthralling but the message is important.
Terminator Genisys
yet another Terminator movie. i like the return of Arnold, but other than that it's a pretty average movie for this series. par for the course, so watch for completeness. it won't be the worst movie you watch this month.
a seemingly simple idea with decent execution, but there isn't much plot or character development to keep the audience truly entertained, besides the building tension and shock moments. worth the watch only if you love horror movies and you want to see a somewhat unique version of it.
Hot Tub Time Machine 2
probably not as funny as the first one, but some cool moments, and unique stories. not as bad as the reviews say it is, but still a typical Hollywood comedy.
Ted 2
just like the first one. the story kind of makes sense and is decently written with typical "Family Guy" style humor. really you should only watch this if you liked the first one and have time to kill.
We Are Your Friends
pretty cliche and predictable story. kind of entertaining but nothing too great.
if you took 4 episodes of Entourage and mashed them together, this is exactly what you would get. not surprising considering the makers of this are one in the same creators of the series. i like these characters and i like this series, so i enjoyed this. you should already know if you want to watch this.
Adult Beginners
has a feel good story and some funny and sad moments, but overall it is a very cliche story and the character development is lacking in the script.
Maps To The Stars
not that great of a film. i felt bored and confused at many of the characters and their development. this tries to be a smart indie flick, and honestly makes some very interesting points with characters worth caring about, but it's still pretentious at times.
Daddy's Home
yea another Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg comedy. you know what you're getting here, no surprises. Hannibal Buress is funny also.
Get Hard
yea i mean, this is what you expect it to be. if you like the title actors, and you find them funny, then you will find this funny. the story is nothing special.
this movie was not for me at all. probably the most arthouse film of the year, and definitely slow paced, you should only watch this if you really want a taste of something different and indie.
Taken 3
yea just another Taken film. not different or better, just more of the same.
Unfinished Business
terribly written, cliche story, and not very good acting.


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Silver Wedding Bands are Affordable and Flexible-Choosing the right wedding ring is a very important part of the wedding preparations. Wedding rings are not just ornaments, holds a deeper meaning. In addition to the aspects of "beauty" wedding ring we need comfort as well as concerns. Why people wear wedding ring every day, is very important to make sure that you buy your wedding ring.
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The main reason for the growing popularity of silver wedding ring is comfort and flexibility. It is not very difficult to cut and put silver ring size. This is because the silver is elastic and has a low melting point. They are also easy to take care of this reflective metal. You can easily clean your ring with a soft cloth. Make sure you sure not too much force apply, if it is cleaned up otherwise leave scratches. So take your time and clean your ring. Many people use toothpaste to clean jewelry, but it is better to avoid using toothpaste as a cleaning agent is used, because it a wedding ring or boring band may make us. Also make sure that your wedding ring precious Silver does not reduce exposure to non-corrosive substances such as chemicals, detergents, etc…
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Let's take a look at the ERA Environment.
Here is an assembly in the Solid Edge modeling environment. I modeled this claw to 3D print on our Dimension UPrint machine.
There is approximately 0.01″ of clearance between bodies.
To launch the ERA environment, click the "ERA" button in the "Environs" Group on the "Tools" Tab.
The first tool we will look at is "Auto Explode". Simply click the "auto explode" button, then select the assembly you wish to explode. Typically this will be the top assembly, but can be a sub-assembly as well. Then click "finish". (Please note: this will use the auto separation distance option; you can also set the distance manually.)
Now, let's take a look at the scene render tool. Simply clicking the "Scene" button will generate a rendering of the current application window. (Changing the part view will switch back to the default application view settings.)
You can also configure the "Scene" render tool to automatically render given specific events (like lighting changes). Lastly, you can produce even higher quality renderings by setting the "Scene" render tool to use "Progressive Rendering".
One thing worth mentioning is that the ERA renderings are higher quality than the renderings produced using Solid Edge's "Rendering" style settings, but ERA does not support floor reflections. For comparison, take a look at the rendering below.
To create an assembly animation, you must add any motors in the modeling environment prior to launching the ERA environment. If you want a motor to rotate both directions in an animation, create a separate "Rotational Motor" to define the speed and limit in each direction. In the example below, I have created a motor named "Grip" and a motor named "Release".
Thanks for reading!
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New Host and No Jokes at the Oscars This Year?
by Alex Billington
December 11, 2008
Source: Deadline Hollywood
Even though I could've sworn I remember hearing that Jon Stewart would be back, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences hasn't yet officially announced the host for this year's Oscars. However, Hollywood insider Nikki Finke at Deadline Hollywood has learned that they're choosing "way outside the box" and going with a non-comedian and non-TV personality this year, although it will be someone from the movie business. Finke also reports that they won't have the "traditional segment of joke-telling near the start of the broadcast." It looks like the Academy is really trying to reshape the Oscars this year.
If all goes as planned, the official announcement could arrive as early as next week. Since 1940 the Oscars have been typically hosted by a TV personality or comedian the likes of Bob Hope, Johnny Carson, Billy Crystal, or Whoopi Goldberg. I'll be very interested to see who they choose this year, as I'm guessing it might be someone young, since the Academy is trying to boost their ratings and gain viewers again. They've already approved running new trailers during commercial breaks and are probably going to nominate Kirk Lazarus, so why not switch up the act and choose a hip young non-comedian host this year?
I, for one, was never a big fan of the jokes, even though I admit I usually chuckle at a few. Obviously it depends on who is delivering them, and I thought Jon Stewart did a great job last year. Not only was he smart and professional, but added a light touch of comedy that made some awkward moments work out in the end. But will it make all the difference? Will viewers tune in knowing that they're going to see an Oscars telecast without the typical jokes? It all depends on who they get to host the show, but then again, I'm guessing it'll be someone young with a lot of appeal. Only time will tell! Will you still tune in?
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Photography Is More Than X And Y
Use Your Digital Camera As A Variant
On the East Coast, the Sun rises above the water, right where the sky meets the ocean, something photographers in Florida love, especially if they are early morning risers. It creates a beautiful image in our minds and it's easily captured in our digital cameras. For those not fortunate enough to live along the coastal waters, we still see the Sun rising along the Earth's horizon line, it's something we've grown accustomed to from the moment we're born—it's the necessary norm.
Even television screens bring movies to our minds in a horizontal format, but fortunately, architecture and nature itself, brings us verticals, another format we've grown accustomed to viewing with our eyes. It's like if our minds are programmed to two standard formats, horizontal and vertical. Many photographers even mark a treasure map "X" (the horizontal plane we stand on) and never move from their self-imposed, sacred, shooting spot! Well it's time to break the mold, even the Earth turns in 360 variable degrees, and so should our digital cameras—explore the possibilities! Don't be a stagnate photographer.
In almost twelve years that I've conducted almost 500 photography workshops and seminars, as I walked around observing photographers capture beautiful, creative photos of gorgeous models, I always saw, and still see, one common thread, the digital camera held either vertically or horizontally—though mostly horizontal. And while that's the natural way of doing things, I'll often tell photographers, look for different angles, turn the camera, look for new perspectives, don't be afraid to think outside the box, or in the case of digital photography, there is more to a rectangle than four sides.
For even a rectangle, a true quadrilateral, has imaginary diagonals that start at opposite corners of its four right angles. While I'm not the best in math, much less geometry, if a photographer approaches a photography shoot with a geometric mindset, they might be surprised at the results, as often, photographs that break the standard mold are the most powerful. Learn to turn the camera, there is no photographic rule to shoot perfect horizontal or vertical photos when it comes to photography. And if there was such a rule, as I often state, learn the rules, then learn to break them effectively and deterring from the standard horizontal and vertical formats of photography is no different—break the (self-imposed) rule, or perhaps I should say, break the mold.
I will add a disclaimer, for the norm, we don't walk around with our heads tilted at an angle, for if we did, people would think we've obviously lost our equilibrium. So save the deviation for just a few shots, then stick to the norm, but don't hesitate to tilt that digital camera, as variety might just add some spice in your photo. Just don't over do it, learn to experiment on occasion, as we don't normally see the world cocked or crooked, though as photographers, we can interpret the world as we see and share it with many. So my photography tip of the day, turn the camera on occasion and snap the shutter in between the axis of X and Y to come up with A. "A" as in amazing, alluring, anticipation, agony, arousing, astonishment, abnormal, astounding, around, aligned, aesthetic, above average, awe-struck, but most of all, as art.
In summary, don't get stuck with expected, artistic results, deliver a deviation from the norm like the great painters did in their day. Diversify. Design something different and your art will standout amongst the average. It's up to you as a photographer to separate yourself from the pack, especially if you're a night owl living on the West Coast, as the Sun sets from the same origin, at the horizon line where the sky meets the land or water, and of course, we're used to that, it's not a photographic phenomena. It's reality and photography sometimes is best delivered as our recreation of reality, not necessarily the norm.
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I agree with this post and know I should try this technique. I get too comfortable with a horizontal image and recently started doing more verticals. Learn the rules than break them.
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I have so missed Black Magic and when I spotted them in the shops, hints went out to relatives for Christmas prezzy's. I received three large boxes but what a disappointment. Only a choice of six flavours and nothing whatsoever like the originals. I wont be asking for them again. Still have two and a half boxes left, if they were as good as before, all three boxes would be long gone. I would have liked to know how cr*p they were and then I would not of asked for them.


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Human beings depend on the environment for their survival. Industrialisation and development, for all their benefits, have led to the neglect, damage and destruction of the environment all over the world.
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The extraction of oil and minerals contaminates water supplies and threatens public health, intensive farming leaves land unusable for decades and unsustainable fishing is permanently depleting the oceans. The problem of climate change now looms ominously over the globe.
Journalism has played a vital role in raising public awareness and political acknowledgment of environmental problems. In 1962 Rachel Carson's Silent Spring was a catalyst for the birth of modern environmentalism, 36 years later the European Union signed the Aarhus convention to promote good environmental governance and this led to the implementation of the EIRs, which give the public a statutory right of access to environmental information held by public bodies.
The regulations apply to more than 100,000 authorities in the UK alone and hundreds of thousands, if not millions, more across the European Union and its member states. Recently, information disclosed through the EIR showed there has been more than 4,000 oil spills in the North Sea since 2000, for which companies have been fined just seven times. The EIR was


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'Wonderful man gone too early' Tragedy as Sir David Frost's son, 31, dies on morning jog
THE ELDEST son of broadcasting legend Sir David Frost has died while out jogging.
31-year-old Miles was the eldest of three
I had breakfast with him last Tuesday and he was in great form. There was no sign that anything was wrong
Family and friends paid tributes to 31-year old Miles Frost, an investor, after he collapsed as his family's Oxfordshire Holiday home on Sunday.
The Old Etonian - who counted Prince William as a personal friend - was the eldest son of Sir David, who died two years ago, and his wife Lady Carina Fitzalan-Howard.
His mother said today: "Miles quite simply was born an old soul. And everybody was drawn to his wisdom, love, loyalty and laughter."
While his two younger brothers - Wilfred, 29, a TV presenter on CNBC's Worldwide Exchange programme, and George, 28, who runs a drinks company - added: "Miles was the kindest and most generous brother we could have wished for. Since dad died he was the leader of our pack.
"Everyone who Miles met immediately fell in love with his warmth, selflessness and incredible sense of humour. He has gone far too soon and is so undeserving of this."
Friends also paid tribute to the athlete, who ran private equity group Frost Brooks, as a "wonderful man who has gone far too early".
Family friend Lord Chadlington said: "Miles was a wonderful eldest son who was very well loved by all his friends and family. This is a terrible shock.
"I had breakfast with him last Tuesday and he was in great form. There was no sign that anything was wrong.
"It just underscores the fragility of life…The Frost family are extremely close and they will all miss him terribly, as we all will. It is hard to lose a loved one at any age, but 31 really is difficult to comprehend."
Miles, far left, was the eldest of Sir David's three sons
Another friend added: "Miles was in great form recently and seemed really fit and well.
"It's a terrible shock and everyone feels desperately sorry for his mother and brothers."
Frost was a keen sportsman, having run a notoriously gruelling half marathon in the heat and high altitude of Kenya's Lewa Game Reserve and played in a charity cricket match two weeks ago.
Miles collapsed during morning run at his family home
His investment firm boasts of connections with "some of the most respected names in business and media" and attracted media attention earlier this year after making a £3 million investment in US start-up BizEquity.
Miles' untimely death is the latest tragedy to hit the family.
Sir David, a familiar face on British television for almost fifty years, died on board Cunard's Queen Elizabeth cruise liner in 2013 after suffering a heart attack.
His eldest son led the prayers at his star-studded memorial service, which was attended by the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall as well as leading showbiz figures such as Michael Caine, David Walliams and Sir Terry Wogan.
The Prime Minister led tributes to the distinguished journalist at the time - describing him as a "friend and fearsome interviewer".
Sir David Frost (L) and son Miles attend the Tatler Jubilee Party in 2012


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- This exquisite Black Wood Cufflinks Case makes the perfect gift for any fashionable gentleman. This gorgeous matte ebony black cuff links case is perfect for that special someone to store their cufflinks and other jewelry. This attractive case features a glass top and luxurious velour lining.
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The distribution and dispersal of adult mayflies, stoneflies and caddisflies were investigated in an approximately 5 ha area of montane forest and grassland-scrub in the South Island, New Zealand. Low-flying insects were collected in 28 Malaise traps set along stream channels, in dry valleys and on hillsides for 8 weeks in late summer. Adult assemblages differed in forest and grassland and along valleys depending on distance from streams that were their probable sources. Stoneflies and mayflies occurred predominantly in forest and were taken mainly above the stream or very close to it. In contrast, caddisfly species exhibited a wide range of distribution patterns with some restricted to forest and others being found in both forest and grassland up to 300 m from the nearest likely source. Many females of several species that were taken well away from their natal stream (e. g., Pycnocentria evecta and Aoteapsyche colonica), were not fully developed, reproductively, suggesting they were dispersing inland to mature, whereas others packed with eggs (e. g., most Hydrobiosis parumbripennis) were more likely to be searching for oviposition sites. Many more male and female caddisflies were trapped in valleys than on hillsides, even where surface-water was absent, suggesting that valleys provide important corridors for dispersal, at least of low-flying individuals.
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Gregorio Diaz , Dept. of Comput. Sci., Univ. of Castilla-La Mancha, Albacete, Spain
Maria Emilia Cambronero , Dept. of Comput. Sci., Univ. of Castilla-La Mancha, Albacete, Spain
Enrique Martinez , Dept. of Comput. Sci., Univ. of Castilla-La Mancha, Albacete, Spain
Gerardo Schneider , Dept. of Comput. Sci. & Eng., Chalmers Univ. of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
C-O diagrams have been introduced as a means to have a more visual representation of normative texts and electronic contracts, where it is possible to represent the obligations, permissions and prohibitions of the different signatories, as well as the penalties resulting from non-fulfillment of their obligations and prohibitions. In such diagrams we are also able to represent absolute and relative timing constraints. In this paper we present a formal semantics for C-O diagrams based on timed automata extended with information regarding the satisfaction and violation of clauses in order to represent different deontic modalities. As a proof of concept, we apply our approach to two different case studies, where the method presented here has successfully identified problems in the specification.
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Gregorio Diaz, Maria Emilia Cambronero, Enrique Martinez, Gerardo Schneider, "Specification and Verification of Normative Texts Using C-O Diagrams", IEEE Transactions on Software Engineering, vol. 40, no. , pp. 795-817, Aug. 2014, doi:10.1109/TSE.2013.54


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Envisioning Financial Technologies
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The town uses the Strategic Plan to set a course for elected leaders and staff to follow to address community needs and position Marana to capitalize on opportunities.
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The updated Strategic Plan is soon scheduled to go to council for adoption. The action will culminate the months of planning and outreach required to ensure that the plan represents the needs of our constituents.
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Commerce is the bedrock of the Strategic Plan, the foundation on which any sustainable city or town is built. The Town must have a balance between retail and career-oriented commerce in order to best serve the community. We want people to live, work and shop in Marana.
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