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I have been on a bit of a sci-fi kick these days. I think my escapism is acting up because work is so unfulfilling. Hopefully, that will change soon. I actually plan on moving back to Massachusetts in August, though if I am lucky, that process might happen sooner! I never thought I would be happy about going back north, but I miss my friends there, and in my life these days, friends are few and far between.
This week, in addition to Passengers (2016), I also watched Arrival (2016). The latter is rather conflicting. On the one hand, I think there is a lot, A LOT, of racism, colonialism, and xenophobia going on in this film. It was very distracting. On the other hand, there is this beautiful message somewhat nestled in with all the racism and xenophobia, and the fact of the matter is, I do think it would have been a more believable message if it had been two people of color playing the lead. But with two white leads, it just seemed like an appropriation (yet again) of Eastern religions.
First, it was incredibly frustrating to watch so much colonialist propaganda come out of a black man's mouth. My best example is at 40:36, Colonel Weber (Forest Whitaker) literally says, "And remember what happened to the Aborigines [of Australia]. A more advanced race nearly wiped them out."
I don't know about y'all, but internally, I was screaming when I heard this line. Bravo, white supremacy. Your strategy is truly formidable. Whichever asshole put this line into the script made sure to hide the white colonizer behind the black man in a military uniform. If we dissect this scene, we'll see the truth of it, no? First off, this movie was directed by some white Canadian liberal (Denis Villeneuve), so the military in this movie is a projection of what white liberals think they are doing (I'm not pro-military when I say these things, but I do believe white liberals frequently blame the military for problems that they themselves cause). You can tell by the over-the-top chauvinism, sexism and, well, militarism of these men who represent "military". It reminded me somewhat of the military in Avatar (2009), and also the honest trailer of Avatar created by Screen Junkies on Youtube, where you will recall the iconic line "military bad…trees good".
Personally, I have no connections to the military, besides a very small number of acquaintances, so I have neither the knowledge nor experience to comment directly on their operations. However, in this particular case, I do kind of chafe for more nuance. Just a little bit.
Furthermore, I think the fact that this specific line is said by a black character is an indicator of how frequently black men are used to uphold white supremacy. (If you want more examples of how the hell this happens, read Ain't I A Woman by bell hooks). Frankly, I think it's really unfair that Colonel Weber is portrayed as a sort of brainwashed simpleton. As though black men, or men in the army, aren't capable of independent thought? (I know that's probably a much more complicated concept than what I just wrote there) I probably don't need to mention how harmful it is that this is now one of the representatives of black men in film. I don't, right? Okay, well I mentioned it, so now y'all know.
Sadly, this is not the only example of racism in the film. I think one of the ironies of this movie is that China is portrayed exactly the way America actually is. Let me list the ways: hairpin trigger militarism, stark aggression toward the unknown and/or alien life forms (symbol for immigrants much?), distrust of every other political entity in existence, refusal to listen to reason, unreasonable masculine leadership, somehow more powerful than every other country on earth (for some reason when they militarize, all other countries do as well?). Does this seem a little inaccurate to you? Don't we know a country that seems kinda like that? Hm, I wonder where it is…
Furthermore, (UGH) I'm frustrated by the paternalism of Louise Banks (Amy Adams) when discussing how the Chinese communicate with the aliens. (I also think it's really interesting that this line was planned for a character who, in many other scenes, is interrupted or talked down to. She is the only woman working on this operation and was the person designated to say this line. I'm very confused sometimes by the scripting of this movie). At some point, one of the characters reports that General Shang (Tzi Ma) has been using a mahjong set to communicate with the aliens. Dr. Banks implies that the Chinese will only view the aliens as competitors because they are using a game to communicate with them.
Let's dissect the myriad assumptions made in this scene. (That too, I feel like it's somewhat disloyal to the character to have given her this line.) First, I think it can be reasonably said that mahjong tiles can have more than one purpose. There are 136 tiles to a set (usually), and they are a bit like Western playing cards. There are 4 "suits" so to speak and 9 numbers in each suit. You can represent a lot with a game that has 36 possible symbols.
The statement seems to reek of American ethnocentrism. By that I mean, the ubiquitous my-way-is-better-than-yours mentality that a lot of people in America have. But here's the catch–Dr. Banks is a professor of linguistics, a person purportedly capable of deciphering complex messages in languages like Farsi and Mandarin Chinese. Why would a person with that kind of depth say something so shallow? I swear, Eric Heisserer. From one writer to another, GET YOUR SHIT TOGETHER.
If we want to extend the metaphor of the movie to beings here on earth, I feel like this is Hollywood's idealized version of how Americans interact with foreigners. Except in real life, it goes nothing like this. Immigrants are not greeted with kind, understanding linguistics and physics professors who want to understand how they communicate. They're usually greeted with hostility, ignorance, and frequently, military force. So while I feel like maybe the military part is not wrong, I also feel like it's highly implausible and unrealistic to act as though Americans would treat unknown entities as anything other than creatures in a zoo.
In addition, there is a very interesting commentary being made in the film about the relationship between military and the academy. I noted that the reason why Banks is involved in this whole scheme is because of her past work with the military. Is this the role people want academics to play in society?
I do think Adams is fitting in her role. Unlike Jennifer Lawrence in Passengers (2016), I felt like Adams' personality works to her advantage in this role. She is frequently cast as a soft-spoken person, and it seems to work as, in this movie, she is frequently the voice of reason amidst a gang of unqualified hotheads. I'm also glad she didn't turn into Ann Darrow (Naomi Watts) from King Kong (2005), though she did at times seem to suffer from the same special snowflake syndrome as Bella Swan (Kristen Stewart) in Twilight (2008) or Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) in Hunger Games (2012). By that, I mean that I'm glad she didn't turn into Dr. Louise Banks, Brave White Woman and Protector of Aliens. She played a realistic role in which life continued on earth after her encounter with the heptapods. I suppose I'm still not convinced about why she was "chosen" by the heptapods. Yes, she was the only person who made a realistic effort to communicate with them (and all the men including Donnelly were too pig-headed to be capable of this). Still though. White woman. Fantasy/sci-fi movie. "Chosen One" role. Seems like a trope.
Lastly, I do think there is actually this lovely, subtle point being made in the movie about language. Banks is able to see the future by learning the language of the heptapods. I also like that the future and the past are not entirely clear in the movie. I know it probably infuriates people who need a more obvious plot, but I like the open-endedness and the possibilities of interpretation. I also like the implications of knowing the future. It seems as though it brings people a sort of serenity, as opposed to the anxiety of needing to change what will happen. It seems as though clairvoyance brings Louise implacable tranquility. She does not care about competing, changing herself, avoiding what is to come, being something else–experiences that I think American capitalism necessitates. It doesn't matter what she does because the future is unyielding in its certainty.
I don't think I have done this movie much justice in this review, but then again, I think this movie grapples with a lot of complex things (and also does not grapple with some things it really should have). I haven't even touched the linguistics piece (these coffee-mug-stain sentences that the heptapods write–I do wonder where those came from), or how language affects memory (huge implications). I will say, though, I appreciate how provocative it was, in spite of its shortcomings.


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Tiger Punter Sets New Record
COLUMBIA - A 73-yard punt, a big play in a record breaking night for Missouri punter Trey Barrow. Barrow set the single game Missouri record averaging 58 yards per punt.
Barrow said, "It means a lot. It's pretty cool to have a record, but you know I'm not here for records. I just want to help my team out and do the best I can."
But Barrow wasn't always just a punter. He was an All-State receiver at Moberly High School and is third in Missouri state history in kicking points.
Barrow said, "I've been a life long Tigers fan so it means a lot to play here and I think it actually makes you work harder."
Barrow lost the camp battle for the starting punting spot in 2010, but in the off season he's taken a few steps to improve and win the job.
Barrow said, "I think confidence really helped me become a better kicker just becuase knowing that you can get your job done."
Missouri punting coach Andy Hill said, "He's been doing a very nice job of locating the football, getting the ball in the exact spot, dropping the ball correctly and certainly his leg. He' s got great leg strength and this year just the drop and his consistency has been a lot better in practice."
While Barrow's receiving days are over, he showed last season that he's still got some athleticism left as gained 26 yards on a fake punt run against Colorado.
Quarterback James Franklin said, "He likes to make tackles if he can. I know you'd never want your kicker to make a tackle, but he's always really pumped because any time he gets a chance he takes it and last year he made a few good hits too."


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5 Tips for Using Your Chef's Knife Like a Pro
Many professionals deem their chef's knives to be the one thing they can't live without in the kitchen. And with good reason: They're incredibly versatile when it comes to the breadth and depth of cooking tasks they can perform....
Many professionals deem their chef's knives to be the one thing they can't live without in the kitchen. And with good reason: They're incredibly versatile when it comes to the breadth and depth of cooking tasks they can perform. However, as with any tool, what you get out is equal to what you put in. Let's count down five tips aimed at helping home chefs properly utilize their chef's knives for optimal outcomes.
Keep those fingertips tucked!
1. Get a Grip
The right chef's knife grip is essential to exerting the most control over the blade. Your thumb should be gripped around the top of the blade on the inside (the cutting side) while your hand wraps around the junction of handle and knife blade, called the knife bolster. (Many home chefs make the mistake of holding their chef's knife by the handle, but it's actually safer to "choke up.")
Note that the index finger wraps fully around the blade and should be opposite the thumb while the three middle fingers curl loosely around the handle. (If you're clutching the handle, relax your hand -- the thumb and the forefinger do most of the work.) While this can initially feel awkward, practice makes perfect.
2. Don't Forget Your Other Hand
Your non-knife hand, AKA your "guiding hand," has an important function, too. It keeps food steady on the cutting board. This enhances precision, but it's also precarious. After all, knife blades are sharp, and without the right technique your guiding hand could wind up directly in its path. A "claw grip" allows you to grip the food without exposing your fingertips to the knife blade.
Simply grip the food with your fingernails, then curl fingers inward to neatly tuck them away. If done correctly, the side of the knife blade actually rests against your first knuckle while the blade remains perpendicular to the cutting board.
An alternate version of the claw grip finds the first knuckle resting directly on the food and the knife resting against the second knuckle. Use this technique if it feels more comfortable to you.
3. Stay Centered
When most people think of cutting, they visualize piercing with the tip. However, the majority of tasks performed with a chef's knife involve slicing with the center of the blade. You may use the tip for scoring and other delicate jobs while using a heel-first approach is more suitable for knife tasks which require more heft and leverage, such as cutting carrots and deboning meat.
In fact, there are many different kinds of knife cuts beginning with basics like cutting, dicing, chopping and mincing and progressing to more advanced cuts. The more cuts you master, the better you'll be able to enhance both the taste and the visual appeal of your finished products.
4. Stay Sharp
A sharp knife not only helps you cut and slice better, but it also enhances speed, accuracy, and safety. Knife work is an art; if you're working with a dull blade, you may end up calling on brute force over skill. Think of sharpening tools are an investment in your food and your future as a chef.
You'll be cooking like a pro in no time.
Further protect your chef's knife -- and your entire collection of kitchen knives -- by using a cutting board as opposed to cutting on countertops as granite, marble and porcelain can damage the blade.
5. Keep Them Clean
Regular cleaning also part of basic knife care and maintenance. Use hot water and mild soap to wash before rinsing and wiping down. Refrain from putting knives in the dishwasher and leaving them to dry in the sink -- both of which can lead to excessive wear and tear.
One last tip for safely washing knives? Always keep the blade pointed away from you as soapy water can be slippery, and not all accidents happen in the act of cooking.
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Located on the first floor of the elegant Sussex Stand within the Gordon Enclosure, the course-facing Sussex Boxes enjoy stunning views of the racecourse and countryside beyond. They all have a private balcony and are within easy reach of the parade ring, making them the perfect location for watching the racing action.
Sussex Boxes are perfect for groups of 16 or more.
To enquire about this product call the Hospitality Team on 01243 755054.
The finest box offering at the racecourse. Enjoy lunch, followed by full afternoon tea, with inclusive wine, beer and soft drinks whilst soaking up the atmosphere on your private balcony overlooking the paddock.
We have a number of paid and free car parking areas at Goodwood. The free car park (Car Park 9) is a 10-minute walk from the East Entrance, or, if you prefer to be closer then Car Park 5 (Richmond Enclosure) and Car Park 8 (Gordon Enclosure) costs £5 per car.
Coach parking is available free of charge on the day.
Racecards are the official programmes for your race day at Goodwood. They give you the form of the day's runners and riders, as well as information on how you can make the most of your day, including eating and drinking, entertainment and live music. They are priced at £3.50.
Looking to attend as a group? Take advantage of our great group savings when purchasing 5 or more tickets, in advance, for the Gordon-Lennox Enclosure. What's more, as well as a group saving the organiser also goes free for all orders of 10+ tickets when purchasing over the phone!*
The group discount will automatically be applied at the checkout when purchasing 5 or more tickets for the same day and enclosure, in a single transaction.


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Composition and topographic organization of signals sent from the frontal eye field to the superior colliculus.
(J Neurophysiol, 2000-04)
The frontal eye field (FEF) and superior colliculus (SC) contribute to saccadic eye movement generation, and much of the FEF's oculomotor influence may be mediated through the SC. The present study examined the composition ...
A pathway in primate brain for internal monitoring of movements.
(Science, 2002-05-24)
It is essential to keep track of the movements we make, and one way to do that is to monitor correlates, or corollary discharges, of neuronal movement commands. We hypothesized that a previously identified pathway from brainstem ...
Visual perception and corollary discharge.
(Perception, 2008)
Perception depends not only on sensory input but also on the state of the brain receiving that input. A classic example is perception of a stable visual world in spite of the saccadic eye movements that shift the images ...


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By Srikanth Kanchinadham. Posted on September 18, 2015
Everything a filmmaker needs to know, curated from around the world.
From The World Of Film Festivals
Toronto Special: Preview presentation for Pixar's The Good Dinosaur, the festival lifts off with Matt Damon's performance in The Martian.
Yash Raj Films' production Dum Laga Ke Haisha and Yash Raj Films' distributed film Piku, won accolades and received immense praise at the recently concluded Indian Film Festival in Russia (IFFR).
Registration for Nottam short film competition organised by Information and public relations department has begun. The best film will be given Rs 1 lakh as prize while Rs 75,000 will be given to the second best film. The third prize is Rs 50,000. Documentary, docu-fiction, fiction formats will be considered. The four minute films can be shot using mobile camera or professional camera.
Fresh From The Field
Stressing that it was "committed to find a way forward", the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) has invited students on strike at the Film & Television Institute of India (FTII) for a fresh round of talks — but without preconditions.
An Indian film, Srimanthudu, was screened last August for the first time in Santiago city in Chile - the first such screening in a Latin American country.
With an eye on sensitising children regarding inappropriate touches or molestation even by familiar persons like parents, teachers and school staff, the Central Board of School Education (CBSE) has directed affiliated schools to show a 10-minute animated film on child sexual abuse during assembly time. The movie, Komal. conceptualised and made by the NGO Childline India Foundation, won the National Award for the Best Educational film last year.
One For The Eye
Do not miss the trailer of of Kamal Haasan's upcoming Telugu film Cheekati Rajyam. The film also stars Trisha and Prakash Raj.
In Pictures: Everyone has eagerly been waiting for news about Rajinikanth's next film. The Superstar is set to play a gangster in P Ranjith's film titled Kabali.
Warner Bros. has released a new trailer for its reboot of Point Break. The exhilarating movie that focuses on adventure sports is all set to release during Christmas.
The Filmmaking Kit
The composition of a shot can not only make it pleasing to the eye, but it can also speak volumes to your audience. Here are 9 composition techniques that will make your images eye-catching on a biological level. Also check out these tips on composing your frames that are sure to come handy.
Documentaries are supposed to be true. But as filmmakers, we know that our films -- true or not -- are constructs. Are there rules we should follow to make a great, honest documentary? These 6 modes of documentary might expand your storytelling strategies.
How many of you know what exactly an editor does in films? For all those who don't know, read this article which tells you exactly what an editor does.
Straight From The Pen
He paints with people, Jake Gyllenhaal said of David Fincher after the two had worked together on Zodiac. Read this analysis of Fincher's Zodiac, which undoubtedly is one of the best thrillers we have ever seen.
Mrinal Sen was one of the pioneers of India's 'Parallel Cinema' and his film Bhuvan Shome is credited with having launched the parallel cinema movement. Have a look at this masterclass which highlights the reasons why the ace director made the kind of cinema he did.
Read this exclusive interview with animator Dhimant Vyas, who, among a slew of great work, has worked on Shaun The Sheep series, the opening sequence of Taare Zameen Par and was also the Creative Director at Zynga Games India.


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PHOENIX, AZ / May 20, 2014 / Keeping their homes and belongings safe and secure is at the forefront of all homeowners' minds, but many don't know where to start when shopping for a home security system. That's why HomeSecurityMuse.com has reviewed and ranked the leading home security companies in Austin, TX.
"Consumers have so many options when looking for a reputable home security company, so our goal was to even the playing field and offer some reviews of the choices, " said Eric Vaughn, Home Security Muse' chief information officer.
"By compiling this information in a user-friendly, easy to access format, we know consumers will be able to fully investigate their options, " Vaughn said.
When investigating home security companies, Vaughn said homeowners should consider five things before making a selection.
1. Type of System
Vaughn says homeowners should always opt for a wireless system to prevent burglaries. That's because a wired system is easy for a thief to disengage.
"All they must do is cut one wire, and the system becomes completely inoperable, " Vaughn said. "That's why we urge homeowners to install wireless systems that can be operated by a cellular network instead of an Internet or phone connection.
2. All-Inclusive Sensors
To be truly safe, homes need a sensor on every door and window. However, some companies don't provide this option unless a homeowner is willing to pay extra for it.
"We discovered in our research that not all companies are the same when it comes to installing window and door sensors. Homeowners should be certain the company they select offers all-inclusive sensors, " Vaughn said.
3. Wide-Scale Monitoring
"Home security systems are intended to protect homes from burglary and vandalism, but they can do so much more, " Vaughn said.
That's why homeowners should ensure their system can also monitor for fire, smoke, carbon monoxide, water level increases and even temperature changes.
4. Fingertip Control
Technology allows homeowners to control their home security systems from a Smartphone or tablet. These devices let the owner lock doors, turn on lights and set the alarm with the simple swipe of a finger. Even though the technology is available, the Home Security Muse survey found that most companies don't offer this service. Some do, however, and Vaughn says those are the home security companies to select.
5. Extra Features
Many companies offer extra features to homeowners. These may include additional smoke alarms, carbon monoxide monitoring and medical emergency pendants that can be worn as a necklace. The companies that offer the extra features are good options since they cover all the needs a homeowner may have.
"The home security industry is very competitive. Without a good starting point, homeowners will get bogged down trying to select from myriad companies, " Vaughn said. "We've tried to take some of the guess work out of it."


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Defensive Turkey Hunting Tactics
A safe turkey hunter, like a safe driver, is defensive minded. Below are tips one should consider.
Select the largest stump, blow-down, tree trunk or rock that is wider than your shoulders and higher than your head to place your back against when calling; a hunter is more likely to spot another hunter when moving to the front or side than from behind.
Eliminate the colors white, red, black and blue from your hunting outfit; this includes handkerchiefs, socks, underwear, etc. These are the colors of a turkey gobbler.
Select your calling spot in open timber rather than thick brush; eliminating movement is a key to success, not concealment.
Be discreet when imitating the sound of a gobbling turkey.
A good woodsman can always detect movement in the forest by watching other game or listening for the alarm cries of Blue jays, crows, squirrels or woodpeckers. Be alert.
When songbirds, crows or your turkey shuts up, look out. There's a good chance another hunter is moving in on your bird.
Never move, wave or make turkey sounds to alert another hunter of your presence. Remain still and speak in a loud, clear voice to announce your presence. These tactics are safer than quick movements. Use common sense.
This and additional information about the turkey can be found at NWTF
Be safe this season


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Best known for wacky sitcoms like Worst Week and Family Tools, Kyle Bornheimer will tackle darker material with a recurring role on A&E's upcoming crime drama Those Who Kill, opposite Chloe Sevigny. Bornheimer will play Paul, a married dad whom Sevigny's Pittsburgh homicide detective first meets at a Chuck E. Cheese-type restaurant.
"I'm excited to see where the writers take 'Cheese Dad,' as they're affectionately calling him," says Bornheimer, who acknowledges the grisly drama, adapted from a Danish TV series by veteran X Files scribe Glen Morgan, is a change of pace for him. "There's so much exciting cable drama going on — for an actor, it's a fun time to be working."
The serial-killer thriller costars British actor James D'Arcy (who played Anthony Perkins in Hitchcock) as professor who consults on Sevigny's investigations; 24 alum James Morrison as her police boss; and Shameless bartender Kerry O'Malley as a medical examiner. The recurring roster also includes Homeland's Omid Abtahi and The Sopranos' Michael Rispoli as fellow cops and House's Anne Dudek as D'Arcy's wife.


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Portland kicks off July with Sensational Blues FestivalJuly 1st, 2013
One of Portland's great, long-standing traditions for summer fun opens this week – the Waterfront Blues Festival.
This year's event opens on July 4 (with fireworks at dark over the Willamette) and features four stages with nearly-constant live music from all around the country, including local favorites.
The fun begins at 10:30 AM Wednesday on the Miller stage with the Transcendental Brass Band and culminates in a "Sensational Sunday" lineup featuring the likes of the Taj Mahal Trio, Nikki Hill, the Simon Ticket Band and Robert Plant.
Entry on July 4, 5 and 6 is a suggested donation of $10 (or more) plus two cans (or more) of food per person per day (more if you are able). Sensational Sunday costs $50. You can get a four-day pass for $60. As always, the event benefits the Oregon Food Bank.
For tickets, schedules and more info, visit http://www.waterfrontbluesfest.com/.


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Members of Congress: Coming Soon to a School Cafeteria Near You (Maybe)
If you regularly find yourself in a school cafeteria, there's a good chance you'll see a person in a suit with a flag pin mingling with students there this fall. Members of Congress might be more comfortable eating at a political fundraiser than in a public school lunchroom, but many of them are accepting invitations to check out exactly what the kids are eating these days.
Organizations on all sides of the school lunch fight have challenged supporters and public school administrators to invite their senators and representatives to learn firsthand about the successes and challenges with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's school meals programs by visiting their schools and summer meals sites. They're motivated by two things: ongoing arguments about whether Congress should provide a waiver for some schools from heightened meal standards, and the coming reauthorization of the Child Nutrition Act, which sets rules for all school nutrition programs.
The School Nutrition Association, which has advocated for greater flexibility under the heightened nutrition standards, is entering members who host congressional visits into a drawing for a free trip to its legislative conference. "As SNA prepares for Child Nutrition Reauthorization in 2015, we are encouraging our members to help promote school nutrition programs to their members of Congress," the organization said on its website. "Having them visit, interact with your staff and see the kids is the best way to highlight the importance of school nutrition programs."
The SNA has advocated for a plan, included in an agriculture appropriations bill currently under consideration in the U.S. House of Representatives, that would give some schools a one-year break from the rules if they can prove a net revenue loss within a six-month period since they've been implemented.
In addition to supporting the waiver plan, the SNA has asked "the USDA or Congress" to:
- Retain current grain and sodium requirements, rather than ratcheting them up another notch as planned.
- Eliminate the requirement that students must take a fruit or vegetable with their meals.
- Allow any food item that is allowed on the main food line to be served as a competitive food under the new Smart Snacks rules, which went into effect July 1.
'Do No Harm'
Citing the importance of federal child nutrition programs in combating hunger and boosting achievement, the Food Research and Action Center described a top priority in its approach to Child Nutrition reauthorization as "do no harm."
In a webinar this summer, the anti-hunger organization described its approach to the legislative process, which included inviting members of congress to meal sites this summer.
The organization has spoken out against the waiver plan. As part of reauthorization, it supports efforts to increase access to child nutrition and school meal programs, such as community eligibility.
Legislative proposals listed in the summer webinar include efforts to expand summer meals programs and the Expand School Meals Act of 2014, sponsored by Sen. Al Franken, D-Minn. That proposal would gradually phase out the reduced-price meal category, providing students who are currently eligible for reduced-price meals with free meals instead.
Hey, You Don't Look Like a Student...
So, if you see a member of Congress in your cafeteria, shake his or her hand and tell them what's working and what (if anything) needs changing. Child Nutrition reauthorization only comes around every five years.
Photo: U.S. Sen. Pat Roberts, center, talks to students at lunch in the common cafeteria for schools in Osage City, Kan., in 2013. -John Milburn (AP-File).
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A legal organization established through a trust in which the trustees manage and control assets for the benefit of the trust's beneficiaries. Used primarily to transact securities or real estate where the income, profits and losses are shared proportionately among beneficiaries and the assets are protected from creditors and litigation. In some states, a business trust is subject to the laws of trusts, while in others it is subject to the general laws of incorporation or partnership formation.


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BHF London to Paris On-Road Bike Ride
Sep 01 2012
Take in the sights, sounds in this 3 day, banter filled, 250 mile on-road team challenge through historic towns and picturesque countryside, with your family, friends and colleagues.
From the peaceful grounds of Chartwell House to the stretching fields of the Somme, the gothic grandeur of Amiens Cathedral to the majesty of the Palace of Versailles, there are some amazing sights along this route.
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The 'Wanna Know' rapper headed overseas to discuss it all in the hour long episode.
The Rap Radar podcast is hosted by American music journalists, Elliot Wilson and B.Dot Miller. The show has seen notable figures as guests and now, our very own Dave is part of the line-up.
If you need a good watch, this is it!


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By: Gene Geiger, Partner of A-LIGN Security and Compliance Services
As an information security and audit firm focused on the compliance needs of service providers, A-LIGN's accreditation as a FedRAMP third party assessment organization ("3PAO") is a natural fit with our existing service offerings. Since becoming a FedRAMP 3PAO, we have noticed a trend in client calls stating their customers are inquiring about FedRAMP or that FedRAMP is being discussed during the sales cycle with prospective customers. With that being said, I thought it would be beneficial to outline the most common FedRAMP questions we have received with detailed responses.
Q1: What is FedRAMP and does it apply to me?
As explained by FedRAMP on their website, "The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) is a government-wide program that provides a standardized approach to security assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring for cloud products and services. This approach uses a "do once, use many times" framework that saves money, time, and staff required to conduct redundant agency security assessments."
Federal agencies that host their technology in the Cloud are required to use a FedRAMP certified Cloud Service Provider ("CSP"). Although FedRAMP is designed specifically for Federal agencies, we are finding that many State governments are also inquiring about FedRAMP when working with our CSP clients.
If you are hosting Federal systems or if this is a primary focus of your growth strategy then FedRAMP applies to your environment.
Q2: Why was FedRAMP developed?
FedRAMP defines the program goals and benefits on their website as:
You will notice that "increased security" and "reduced cost" are the primary drivers behind each point in the FedRAMP table.
As Federal agencies adopt the Cloud computing model they reap the same benefits as the private sector and are also exposed to the same risks when outsourcing the information technology function. FedRAMP addresses these goals by establishing a standard set of security controls that allow Federal agencies to take advantage of the Cloud.
Q3: How do I become FedRAMP certified?
FedRAMP has broken the initial certification process in to the following steps. Each step contains a hyperlink to FedRAMP's website which will provide further detail.
|Initiating a Request.
|Documenting Security Controls.
|Performing Security Testing.
|Finalizing the Security Assessment.
The steps provided above are where we spend the majority of our time discussing FedRAMP with our clients. Unlike other compliance audits you may have experienced, FedRAMP has several components that will impact the level of effort and time requirements for the project. The "documenting security controls" and "performing security testing phases" will be new to you if you are not currently compliant with the Federal Information Security Management Act ("FISMA") and/or familiar with NIST Special Publication 800-53.
The documenting security controls phase includes completing the templates provided by FedRAMP. The System Security Plan template alone is over 300 pages. If all controls are already in place, this will be a significant documentation exercise, however, if the controls are not in place or the security processes have not been implemented, the controls should be implemented prior to completing the documentation. Many companies are electing to obtain outside assistance with the documentation phase do to the level of effort required.
The security testing phase is performed by a FedRAMP 3PAO, like A-LIGN, following the prescribed testing procedures provided by FedRAMP. To ensure a consistent level of information security controls and auditing, the testing procedures are very prescriptive and comprehensive.
Q4: How do I get started?
There are several routes you can take to FedRAMP certification, but they all depend on your current level of compliance with NIST 800-53. For organizations that are familiar with the controls and are possibly FISMA certified, you may choose to jump right in to the FedRAMP process. However, if you are not familiar with FISMA or FedRAMP and have never written a system security plan we recommend that you evaluate your current controls and processes against the FedRAMP requirements and create a project plan to prepare you for the FedRAMP certification process. Also, you may elect to perform a FedRAMP readiness assessment, or mock audit, to determine your level of readiness for the 3PAO assessment.
Whatever your path or level of readiness we recommend that you research and ask questions to understand the impact of FedRAMP on your business and the level of effort required to reach your goal.
For questions on FedRAMP please contact Gene Geiger at 888-757-7450 or firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Coronation Street: new baby drama for Peter and Toyah revealed
Could a cash injection from Leanne help her sister?
Toyah's baby dreams could become a reality on Coronation Street next week thanks to a cash injection from sister Leanne.
The drama unfolds after Peter offers Leanne, Simon and Oliver over their heads at the Rovers following Nick's decision to sell the flat they shared.
Toyah is initially taken aback, having only just moved into the pub herself. But she soon has more pressing concerns thanks to an appointment with her IVF consultant.
Leanne, meanwhile, is summoned to No 8 where Gail begrudgingly hands her a cheque from Nick for £25,000 as a gift from the sale of the flat.
But how will Peter and Toyah react when Leanne says that she wants to use the money to fund their IVF treatment Might this be the answer to Toyah's prayers?
You can watch a 60-second rundown of next week's episodes of Coronation Street below
And visit our dedicated Coronation Street page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers.


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The FCC is ending its enforcement of net neutrality (unless the Senate can override it), but it's still an important issue. Now that it's no longer illegal, we'll probably see more carriers and ISPs begin to interfere with internet traffic as time goes on. Researchers from Northeastern University and The University of Massachusetts have published 'Wehe,' an app that can verify if your carrier or ISP is throttling or blocking some services.
Once you install and open the app, you can choose to test connectivity to seven different services. These include Spotify, Skype, YouTube, Amazon, NBC Sports, Vimeo, and Netflix. Then you just turn off Wi-Fi (if you want to test your cellular carrier) and hit start. After a few minutes, the app will go through each service and show if any throttling is detected.
The app attracted attention when Apple removed the iOS version from the App Store, though Apple later re-approved it. The Android version is a bit buggy at the moment - some users are reporting crashes, and it doesn't work at all if your device is on an IPv6 connection (though the developers are working on that).
You can download it from the Play Store below, and let us know in the comments how your carrier fares.


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The second article in a series of three guest posts on CMS.
Joomla is an open source content management system (CMS), founded in September 2005 as a fork from Mambo. Joomla is one of the three most popular open source content management systems in the world. It powers nearly 25 million websites, or 10.3% of marketshare of the top one million websites, boasts 500,000 forum posts, and has thousands of contributors. Over 2,800 government websites from 204 countries use Joomla. Indeed, it is more likely that a government has Joomla running in some part of its website system than it is that the government is a member of the United Nations.
Joomla is a completely independent project, powered only by its volunteers. There is no major corporation contributing to Joomla or backing it in any way, as is true with WordPress and Drupal. Joomla's annual budget is less than $400,000 per year, largely derived from Google AdWords and donations. No one is paid for their work on the Joomla project at this time.
Furthermore, there is no "benevolent dictator" in the Joomla project. The community is governed through three entitites, including the Production Leadership Team (PLT), the Community Leadership Team (CLT), and the board of directors at Open Source Matters (OSM). The PLT's job is to set the vision and direction for the project's software. The CLT governs the community, including Joomla's websites. OSM is responsible for finances, legal aspects, and the trademark for the project. The three teams work together to govern Joomla and meet regularly to discuss the project.
What makes Joomla unique?
Joomla has made some interesting changes in the last year to its project, making it fairly unique among open source CMSs. First of all, the Joomla project now consists of two entities: a CMS, plus a fully independent framework. The framework is called the Joomla Platform, and it was released in July 2011. The platform may be used for many types of applications in development. The most notable development is eBay's adoption of the Joomla Platform, as it develops an intranet system for measuring analytics.
The CMS is also in active development. The CMS now undergoes releases every 6 months, with three releases occurring during each major development cycle, called a series. The first two releases of the cycle (in this case, Joomla 1.6 and 1.7) are short-term releases, viable for a period of 7 months before reaching end of life. The third release (in this case, Joomla 2.5) is a long-term release, good for at least 18 months. Joomla 1.6 was released in January 2011, and Joomla 1.7 followed in July 2011. Joomla 2.5, a long-term release, is expected to be released in January 2012.
Following the release of Joomla 2.5, a new cycle of development will begin. Major changes will happen to Joomla with the next release, Joomla 3.0, which will appear in July 2012. A discussion of those changes is starting to emerge now.
Joomla 1.6 ushered in some major new features for Joomla, including a powerful access control list (ACL) system, nested categories, and improved templating. Joomla's core output now supports HTML 5 as well. A fully accessible administrator template, Hathor, comes with this Joomla release. Hathor allows use of Joomla's back-end by people with disabilities. It supports WCAG 2.0 AA standards, making this template essential for those with disabilities who must support Joomla administrators.
Joomla 1.7 has built on Joomla 1.6's successes, squashing hundreds of bugs, adding a few new features, and completing the separation of the framework from the CMS.
What kinds of sites are good to build with Joomla?
Joomla is generally seen as standing between Drupal and WordPress from both a marketing and technical perspective – while WordPress occupies the low end of the Web site development market and Drupal the top end, Joomla bridges these two markets easily. Because of Joomla's simple, friendly interface, Joomla is widely adopted by former WordPress developers who need a bit more power to build a given site but don't necessarily have a full arsenal of coding skills. At the same time, in the hands of an experienced developer, Joomla can build a powerful site with thousands of pages, shopping carts, social communities, and more.
My company, 4Web Inc., has built small sites (5-20 pages) with Joomla, mostly so our clients can edit the sites without knowing HTML. More typically, the sites we build consist of hundreds to thousands of pages of content.
With a wide variety of both commercial and free templates and extensions available, it is possible to build a Joomla site without knowing HTML, CSS, PHP, or MySQL. However, if you want to go beyond the basics in Joomla, the best way to accomplish this is by learning hand-coded HTML and CSS, with an eye toward learning Joomla's templating system.
What are Joomla's strengths and weaknesses?
Joomla's weakness, at this point in time, is its lack of multi-site management capabilities. There are some third-party extensions that allow for multi-site management, but I have not used them, and reviews of these extensions tend to be mixed. Without excellent multi-site management potential in Joomla, there is a major difference between Joomla and Drupal, since multi-site management is core to Drupal's functioning.
One of Joomla's strengths, however, is that over 8,000 third-party extensions are available. These extensions are useful – from the simple (creating dropdown menus in Joomla) and the beautiful (slideshows and photo galleries), to the powerful (shopping carts, social networking, and content construction kits) and the downright silly (the Simpsons Quote Generator comes to mind). Don't see an extension you need? Joomla is built with the integration of extensions in mind, with tools that developers need to make this integration an easy and seamless process.
Joomla's community is also a major strength. Many engaged, involved participants write code, squash bugs, write documentation, complete translations to dozens of languages, answer forum questions, and generally socialize with each other. Joomla Day events happen around the world with great regularity, typically organized by Joomla user groups, providing opportunities for developers to meet each other in person and collaborate. Two international Joomla events are planned for 2012, one in Europe and the other in the U.S.
I encourage you to take a closer look at Joomla. The community is strong and supportive, the tools are excellent, and the fan base continues to grow.
-Jen Kramer
For nearly ten years, Jen Kramer has been educating clients, colleagues, friends and graduate students about the meaning of a "quality Web site." Jen develops sites that are functional, usable, accessible, and supportive of business and marketing goals. Through her full-service Web site development company 4Web Inc., she works with clients to build highly customized Joomla websites for a variety of small businesses, non-profits, government agencies, and educational institutions.
Jen is also a lynda.com author. Her six titles include the very popular Joomla! 1.6: Creating & Editing Custom Templates and Joomla! 1.6 Essential Training. In January 2010, Jen's first book Joomla! Start to Finish: How to Plan, Execute, and Maintain Your Web Site was published by Wrox Press (a division of Wiley). Her second book, Joomla! 24-Hour Trainer, a book and DVD combination, was published in May 2011. Jen is the manager of Joomla! User Group New England and she earned a BS in biology at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an MS in Internet Strategy Management at the Graduate Center of Marlboro College.
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In this year the Moon was eclipsed on mid-winter's Mass-night, and the same year King Ecgbert subdued the kingdom of the Mercians and all that was South of the Humber.Note the lack of panic, such as we expect from Hollywood's portrayal of technologically primitive people experiencing an eclipse. Even if your theory of the heavens were no more sophisticated than perceiving heavenly bodies as balls of light affixed to concentric crystal spheres, you would realize that they could simply overlap at times. The Babylonians and Greeks had figured out the patterns of eclipses centuries earlier than the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, and Isidore of Seville (c.560-636) in his Etymologies (which was used throughout the Middle Ages the way we would use an encyclopedia) explained
"The moon suffers an eclipse if the shadow of the earth comes between it and the sun" while an eclipse of the sun takes place "when the new moon is in line with the sun and obstructs and obscures it."While Medieval Europe had Isidore to explain what was happening, however, they did not necessarily have the knowledge of the Babylonians and Greeks to understand why it was happening. The event could still be unnerving. Bishop Eligius of Noyon in the 7th century warned: "When the moon is darkened, no one should dare to utter shouts, because it becomes dark at specific times at God's command." Hrabanus Maurus (c.780-c.856), another encylopedist, tells of a lunar eclipse when some threw spears toward the moon, trying to defend it from its attacker.
Even if the mechanism of eclipses was understood, people might still accept them as a sign of great portent, or as the result of human actions. Bishop Thietmar of Merseburg, referring to an eclipse of 990, wrote "I urge all Christians that they should truly believe that this does not happen on account of some incantations by wicked women, nor by eating, and it cannot be helped by any action in the world."
Oh, and when Astronomy Today tells you that the eclipse of May 5, 840 so frightened King Louis that he "died just afterwards"? Ask to see their sources. Louis died on June 20th at the age of 62, after years of quelling civil wars. I think there are likelier reasons or his death than being afraid of an eclipse.


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romper: tobi
sneakers: converse
bralette: aerie
tote: little brick bookstore
sunnies: toms
It's getting to that point in the summ- wait, it's still spring? HAH, okay, whatever you say.
It's getting to that point in the spring where it's so disgustingly hot already that I'd prefer to not wear any clothes at all, but if I have to, they need to be light, flowy, and not touch my skin.
A romper seems OBVIOUS, but I'm 5'8 and most jumpsuits (dresses, swimsuits, shirts, all clothing in general) are made for people considerably shorter. The biggest bummer in the world is seeing a cute one piece and stepping in only to realize the collar is somewhere around the middle of my stomach. With that said, some creative layering can always add upper length. My new Tobi romper is my favorite kind of simple, with a little bit of flair. It's also loose enough to work for any height. The Aerie bralette is an easy ~staple~, and takes this from a tragedy to a tall girl look. Plus, in the summer, bralettes > real bras any day.
I only realized this morning that I've worn my converse every day this week. I always had this lurking suspicion that they cut my legs off, but I'm dedicated to the high top aesthetic.
Today one of my professors started talking about finals and I was very suddenly brought to terms with the fact that the semester ends in a month, and then it's SUMMER. There's already so much on the books, it'll be interesting to see how it all works out. And what shade of dirt my converse will be once it settles.
x J
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Have you wondered how you can drive smarter to make your fuel consumption more efficient? Did you know you can lower your driving impact on the environment? Have you heard about low emission vehicles, but don't really know how it all works?
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2) Once you've registered, you'll have access to a learning dashboard where you can complete online courses and access learning resources. The responsive training tools work on any device and can be used anytime, anywhere.
3) When you finish the training, you can apply your newfound knowledge by becoming a smarter driver. You will be rewarded with points for applying your knowledge, and points can be used to win cash prizes! The more you learn, the more you earn, and the more chances you have to win!
Is the Smart Drive Challenge actually worth your time?
YES!! I registered and completed the ecoDriving course. It provided some great tips for reducing fuel consumption within my everyday driving habits, as well as vehicle maintenance tips, and information on newer technologies to consider for future vehicle purchases. It is a really easy-to-use interface that is interactive, and you can choose to read what is being said if that's quicker for you than watching the videos.
Did you know that if all Canadian drivers practised smart driving, we could prevent 6 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere?
Did you know that 10 seconds of idling uses more fuel than it takes to restart a vehicle?
These are just a few of the nuggets from the course (which you can start and stop at any time, and takes about 25 minutes in total). I also really like the resources that are provided. There's a simple one on how to calculate fuel consumption, and you can even download Natural Resources Canada's Fuel Consumption Guide to compare vehicles that are on the market.
I have to drive for work because it's part of my job. I try to work from home when I can to avoid driving when I can. But it's nice to know that there are ways I can lower my impact even when I AM driving. And the Smart Drive Challenge is the perfect resource for helping everyday Canadians to change our transportation habits. We NEED to change to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, to save fuel and money. My friend told me she recently got a new car, thanks to a brilliant car loan she found through Money Expert. It helped her change her mindset towards her driving and develop better habits for fuel efficiency. This is a great opportunity for those who want to drive smarter, as we all know that not all of us do that… maybe a few tickets here and there that we are ashamed of! If that is you, it is best to get it sorted out before you go for this course, online cali traffic schools can help you get rid of that quickly in the best way, so you can clear your record and get on the road to greener pastures.
Why not start that change now when you have some incentive of cash prizes? RIGHT???
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New Delhi, Delhi, India | 12th February 2020: After strengthening its presence across the metro cities, India's first S.T.E.A.M enabled preschool chain 'Fun Rangers' is all set to expand its footprints in tier-II cities as well. Fun Rangers, which already enjoys considerable presence in the country with more than twenty branches in Delhi-NCR, UP, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Bhuvneshwar, Ambikapur, Maharashtra and Assam, is also looking to expand overseas in Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Sri Lanka on the back of excellent response and high demand for its child-centric high-scope curriculum.
Uniquely designed, High Scope Curriculum of Fun Rangers provides a rich academic foundation while promoting independence, decision making, cooperation, creativity, and problem solving in young children. Enthused by the successful penetration of its avant-garde concept, which has given it technical edge over its counterparts, Fun Rangers has taken franchise route to expand heavily across the regions. Fun Rangers has exceptional Franchise first policy according to which all its franchisees are assured of uncompressible care and support while they join hands with one-of-a-kind highly profitable venture for them.
Mr. Satnam Sandhu, Founder Director, Fun Rangers Group of Schools said,"Fun Rangers has successfully created its own space in preschool education with its globally recognised curriculum from US. Further, we have developed a comprehensive, dynamic and contemporary pedagogy that prepares our young learners through the journey of life with confidence. With such distinct offerings we are already enjoying a phenomenal success, and looking forward to gain deeper penetration across the country as well as around the globe."
Fun Rangers' franchise model is uniquely designed to drive maximum benefits to its franchisees. Fun Rangers presents a franchise worth investing in. For the eduprenuers who want to own a franchisee unit of Fun Rangers can surely depend on the efficient Fun Rangers' team who will help them to run a successful business at their locality and who won't like to have such a preschool at their locality? Right from site selection, agreement, interior & exterior designing (tie-ups with vendors PAN India to perform the work) to teacher recruitment & marketing, the school assists though all such processes. Plus, it will provide a 100 admission enquiry through activities performed at school, newspaper advertisement, digital marketing, social media support to generate the leads for the franchise unit, unlike any other brand in the market. The basic franchise requirements comprise a space of around 1,500-2,500 Sq. ft. (ground floor) with a total investment of Rs. 8-12 lakh and some additive amounts for the school set up like furniture, fixtures, smart labs and STEAM labs, life-skills labs and others. Post-construction, the established units are visited by Fun Rangers' in-house experts to scrutinize the nitty-gritty of the franchisee unit. Post this, Fun Rangers starts working on admission and staff recruitment.
Started in December 2018, Fun Rangers in one-of-a-kind pre-school chain that's imparting preschool education with a unique technological bent. In a very short span of time, Fun Rangers has embraced strong demand due to its unique teaching concept, especially S.T.E.A.M approach, besides life skill learning which has altogether garnered unparalleled support from investors and parents alike. S.T.E.A.M learning throws open a world of infinite possibilities through a distinct approach to teaching Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths.
Fun Rangers is committed to imparting knowledge on early life skills to the tiny tots, since it believe that life skills form an essential part of personality development in wake of meeting the challenges of everyday life. Fun Rangers has complete setup and daily curriculum mapping for all types of learner. Even for visual learners, Fun Rangers uses Graphic displays such as charts, diagrams, illustrations, handouts, and videos as exclusively helpful learning tools for them.


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- Publisher: Burbank, CA : Buena Vista Home Entertainment, 2019.
- Note: Bonus features: 2 ways to watch: original theatrical version, sing-along mode; alternate endings; Aladdin on Aladdin: Scott Weinger's personal journey as the voice of Aladdin; Let's not be too hasty: join the cast in the recording booth; Classic bonus preview; The Genie outtakes; Aladdin: creating Broadway magic; Genie 101; Ron & John: you ain't never had a friend like me; Song selection; Audio commentary by producers/directors John Musker and Ron Clements & co-producer Amy Pell.
- Note: Originally released as a motion picture in 1992.
- Credits: Score, Alan Menken ; songs, Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, Alan Menken and Tim Rice.
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Many Canadians complain about government, especially after tax time. Nearly half – 45 per cent – say that government laws, services and programs are irrelevant to their well-being and quality of life. This is according to a national poll by McAllister Opinion Research on issues studied by UBC public policy professor Paul Kershaw.
"These results are ironic," says Kershaw, "because Canadians use public schools, universities, medical care, pensions, unemployment insurance and many more programs and services on a daily basis." Despite claiming that government policy doesn't matter, around 90 per cent of Canadians reject spending less on almost all aspects of social policy, the poll indicates. In fact, it shows most of them want governments to spend as much, if not more, on a broad range of issues such as families with kids, seniors, medical care, the environment and poverty reduction.
"It has become trendy for Canadians to say that government doesn't matter," says Kershaw, "but nine in 10 Canadians want as much, if not more, spending on a variety of priorities." Despite this, 47 per cent also indicate they would vote against any politician who wanted to increase taxes for any reason.
Kershaw's research shows that since 1976, spending on these social programs increased four times faster than the taxes that pay for them. "Canadians haven't always been so unwilling to balance the country's chequebook," says Kershaw, noting that just 10 years ago, taxes were $80 billion higher. "But since 2000, we've prioritized tax cuts to 'pay ourselves' first and foremost, while continuing spending."
According to Kershaw, individual income tax is down nearly $38 billion a year, and we slashed sales taxes by nearly $19 billion to a level far below a generation ago. Corporate taxes also dropped substantially, down nearly $18 billion.
Kershaw's research shows that the dramatic pattern of tax cuts over the last decade does not play out neutrally across generations. Since expenditures on medical care and pensions grew while taxes declined, there are far fewer resources with which to adapt to the declining standard of living for today's generations under age 45.
"Policy solutions need to be paid for; otherwise we squeeze generations that follow with larger debts," says Kershaw. We can make room to pay for them by spending less on other things or we have to pony up ourselves, as we did before the year 2000."


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Titans sweep Uprising for final Countdown Cup berth
The final day of Week 26 saw teams in the American region battle it out for seeding -- and the final slot -- for the Countdown Cup. Sunday's action was mostly one-sided, however, with some of the teams expected to make a run at the final tournament of the year before the playoffs flexing their muscles.
But the biggest match of the day was the last, as the Boston Uprising (2-17) faced the Vancouver Titans (4-12) in the Countdown Cup's play-in game -- to decide who gets the 12th and final spot in next weekend's tournament. Both teams have struggled recently (hence their being in the play-in game), but when it came down to it the Titans prevailed in dominant fashion with a dominating sweep.
Star DPS Niclas "sHockWave" Jensen, who played hitscan heroes like Ashe and Widowmaker to great success, helped propel Vancouver to the win. The Titans picked up a 2-1 win on Oasis, a 5-4 win on King's Row and a 3-2 win on Hanamura, though they might not have beaten the Uprising so much as Boston beat itself. Throughout the series -- and the last few weeks -- it has become apparent that DPS Kelsey "Colourhex" Birse is uncomfortable on Genji, yet the Uprising have insisted on running Genji-focused compositions.
Colourhex's reluctance to challenge sHockWave when he was alone on the flank proved to be Boston's downfall, since allowing sHockWave to post up with zero pressure on him is a surefire way to lose to this young roster. What's more, positioning woes throughout the series from front and backline alike ensured that Vancouver was able to slow Boston's approaches to a crawl with spam damage. This is the second straight tournament for which Boston has failed to qualify.
With the win, Vancouver earned the 12th seed at the tournament and a first round matchup against the Atlanta Reign (10-7).
Speaking of Atlanta, the Reign shined on Sunday, taking a 3-1 series win over the Dallas Fuel (7-10). Atlanta looked comfortable and confident, taking Nepal 2-0 and full-holding Watchpoint: Gibraltar 1-0 for a 2-0 lead at the half. Atlanta felt confident putting some of their substitutes in for Game 3 on Numbani, which helped the Fuel get a win in a hard-fought 4-3 win. With the starting lineup back in for Hanamura, though, the Reign went back to dominating the Fuel, taking a 1-0 win to secure the victory. Dallas will match up against the Washington Justice (4-16) to open the Countdown Cup.
The second-place Philadelphia Fusion (21-2) looked dominant in their warm-up match against the Los Angeles Valiant (10-9), taking a 3-0 sweep. The Fusion looked ready for the Countdown Cup after losing in the final game of the Summer Showdown grand finals, pressuring the Valiant on all fronts. Philadelphia took the series with a 2-0 win on Busan, a 3-1 win on Watchpoint: Gibraltar, and a 2-1 win on Eichenwalde. Philadelphia will sit back with a first-round Cup bye while the Valiant will take on the Houston Outlaws (6-15) in the first round.
Sunday's remaining series saw the Florida Mayhem (14-6) take a 3-1 win over the Los Angeles Gladiators (7-9). The Mayhem looked solid on a variety of compositions, with support Seong-ju "Byrem" Lee taking the main support role and looking strong a variety of heroes. Florida's dive compositions were led by DPS Jun-ki "Yaki" Kim, who dominated the Gladiators as Genji.
Los Angeles struck first, taking Lijiang Tower 2-1, but Florida responded by taking three straight maps. The Mayhem won Havana 2-1, Numbani 3-2 and Hanamura 6-5 to wrap things up. The Mayhem secured a first-round bye with the win while the Gladiators will take on the Toronto Defiant (8-12) in the first round of the Countdown Cup.
Week 27 of the Overwatch League -- and the Countdown Cup -- kicks off on Friday with four matches:
Houston Outlaws vs Los Angeles Valiant
Vancouver Titans vs Atlanta Reign
Washington Justice vs Dallas Fuel
Los Angeles Gladiators vs Toronto Defiant
Overwatch League Season 3 standings, with match record (W-L), map record (W-L-T) and map differential:
1. (Pacific East) Shanghai Dragons, 23-2, 56-15-1, 41
2. (Atlantic South) Philadelphia Fusion, 21-2, 56-19-0, 37
3. (Pacific West) San Francisco Shock, 19-2, 47-12-2, 35
4. (Pacific East) Guangzhou Charge, 18-7, 44-39-1, 5
5. (Atlantic North) Paris Eternal, 16-6, 44-28-0, 16
6. (Atlantic South) Florida Mayhem, 14-6, 40-25-0, 15
7. (Atlantic North) New York Excelsior, 14-7, 47-26-2, 21
8. (Atlantic South) Atlanta Reign, 10-7, 37-23-0, 14
9. (Pacific West) Los Angeles Valiant, 10-9, 33-36-0, -3
10. (Pacific East) Hangzhou Spark, 9-11, 33-40-2, -7
11. (Atlantic North) Toronto Defiant, 8-12, 31-42-0, -11
12. (Pacific East) Seoul Dynasty, 8-11, 21-35-2, -14
13. (Pacific West) Los Angeles Gladiators, 7-9, 30-33-4, -3
14. (Pacific West) Dallas Fuel, 7-10, 28-37-0, -9
15. (Pacific East) Chengdu Hunters, 7-14, 33-47-1, -14
16. (Atlantic North) London Spitfire, 6-10, 24-36-0, -12
17. (Atlantic South) Houston Outlaws, 6-15, 32-50-3, -18
18. (Pacific West) Vancouver Titans, 4-12, 16-38-0, -22
19. (Atlantic South) Washington Justice, 4-16, 21-51-1, -30
20. (Atlantic North) Boston Uprising, 2-17, 14-55-3, -41
--Field Level Media