text
stringlengths 201
1.04M
| meta
dict |
|---|---|
Plot Synopsis: Crockett (Don Johnson) and Tubbs (Philip Michael Thomas) head into the Everglades to retrieve the key witness in a major drug case who has gone AWOL after learning that his child has been kidnapped by the toothless hicks henchmen representing the very drug dealer against whom he is set to testify. You know what that means – road trip!
Their "cover" is blown. Get it?
Their “cover” blown immediately upon arrival, Crockett and Tubbs are taken deep into the swamp and left for dead by two “yahoos” (one of whom is the guy with the huge forehead from Mad About You. Thanks, IMDB!). After several hours of aimless wandering and Crockett yammering on about moss and the position of the sun, the men come face to face with a pack of “locals.” While unfamiliar with modern dentistry these folks are no strangers to their second amendment rights. The pair are coerced into returning to the local’s shack, only to discover that this is actually the family of their star witness, who they’ve now located just in time for the big game trial. But before they can click their loafered heels and return home, their City Boy expertise is needed in freeing the witness’s daughter from the same goons who tried to kill Crockett and Tubbs.
I don't know what this is, exactly, but it's one of the reasons I never go into the Everglades.
Outmatched Opponent(s): A handful of well-armed yokels, about 17 or so “Colombians” and a relatively unspoiled primordial ecosystem teeming with deadly reptiles, amphibians and mosquitoes the size of catcher’s mitts. Insert Deliverance joke here.
Best Shoot Down to a Lame Pick-up Line:
“T.G.I.F” – Tubbs, to an attractive court reporter he’s had his eye on throughout the trial.
Style Report: Even when sloshing through the Glades, Crockett and Tubbs manage to look like they could be extras on any Phil Collins music video involving a yacht. Judging from the wardrobe favored by the entirety of the ring of Colombian drug runners, South Americans don’t share the same aversion to (crotch-hugging) white pants worn after Labor Day as their neighbors to the north.
The star of the failed "Miami Vice" spin-off, "The Everglades: Holy Shit, Something Just Brushed Up Against My Leg."
– “Looking to get your sinuses cleaned out?” – Crockett after nearly shooting another cop in the face.
– “Pal” – Crockett’s nasally go-to punctuation mark to an insult (it appears just twice in this episode, but look for it in the future.)
Bonus Awesome Points for:
–Crockett’s braggadocio is fully in play as he reaches out and adjusts a prosecutor’s tie after testifying in a drug case.
–The inclusion of a Glade Runner. For those of you who have never visited So-Fla, this is a Glade Runner:
God bless the U.S.A.
-Crockett constructs a cute, but wholly unnecessary, rendering of the plan of attack, using a child’s doll house and action figures. He uses this to show the “good” drug-smuggling hicks how they’ll free the child from the clutches of the “bad” drug-smuggling hicks under cover of darkness. “So the plan is…we go in from the front and start shooting? I don’t know that you needed to spend 45 minutes adding the Spanish moss to those tiny Cypress trees, but OK, whatever.”
-Two words: foxy boxing.
Series in a Nutshell: Crockett breaks into the heavily guarded Glades shack where the kidnapped mongrel is being held captive. When Crockett finally locates her, a hillbilly is holding a shotgun to her head and threatening to pull the trigger if Crockett doesn’t back off.
“You don’t walk out of here with that child,” Crockett says (understandably not specifying the gender of the goblin-ish youngster.)
After a moment or two of back and forth, Crockett blasts some lead into the man’s forehead, dropping him to the ground and likely splattering brain matter onto the 8-year-old’s overalls.
“It’s OK. I’m a police officer,” Crockett says.
Oh! Well in that case, here’s some more bullets. I think the guy in the next hovel up the stream might be stealing cable.
Important Life Lessons: If you’re a Big City cop with a proclivity for wearing boat shoes sans socks and you need to go deep undercover in the Everglades for a recon mission, you probably don’t want to roll up at the swamp bar in your European sports car with the convertible top down. Those fishing poles and the nondescript Southern drawl aren’t fooling anyone, city boy.
"Hey boys, we're here for the fishing! I hear the bass are really biting this time of year. Who's up for some swamping?"
Rental Rehab review by Tricia
Editor’s note: MacGyver Monday is taking a brief hiatus this week in lieu of Miami Vice Monday. We’ve temporarily swapped out Mac’s smug, goody-goody lecturing for the hedonistic, palm-tree strewn streets of the magic city. Hooray for alliteration! MacGyver Monday will resume at its regularly scheduled time in the very near future. Unless we can find Murder She Wrote on streaming Netflix. Fingers crossed! | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Yes….but I don’t want to gloat….and i don’t want false hope…we must stay focused and HUMBLE the work is only started Tea Party should stand for TAXED ENOUGH ALREADY not TIME for EXTRA ANALYSIS or TAKING EXTENDED APPROPRIATIONS, Congress and the White House needs to know WHO sent them there!!! and what we expect
Spider
“Blue” Jersey for Mitt?
Not so crazy. This state is home to a lot of the people that make livings supporting the big money Wall Street firms that are being killed by the current administration.
Its always about jobs, and Jersey needs jobs like everybody else.
Mari
Dems r going to spill their “BigBird” sippy cups!!
Amash
While I believe Romney’s performance helped raise his polls numbers, I also believe these polls tried to skew their results for Obama. Now, closer to the election, these pollsters don’t want to look like fools when Romney wins so they are polling without giving huge Democratic advantages.
I also believe Romney will win big. He’ll have to so that the Dems don’t steal the election with fraud.
well now
I’m going out on a limb here,but judging by the people I talk to and I talk to a lot of people-I think New York State is in play also. The city most likely will go for Obama, though Staten island went for McCain in08 I do’nt think that will change, but if the Upstate turnout is high for Romney it’s going to be tight.
People think all of NY is the 5 boroughs. It’s not. It’s a big state.
I was in PA last weekend. I saw the number of Romney signs in places around Allentown. Then there is a wide vein of territory from Scranton to Harrisburg that is solid coal mining economy. Obama is relying entirely on Philadelphia and the government workers who live in surrounding suburbs. If its a cold rainy day in Phily Nov 6 , the 47% won’t come outside.
You mean even the folks, the liberal folks in New Jersey, actually do have some common sense?
I’ll only believe it when I see it. MA, NY, NJ, DE, NH, CT. These were part of the original 13. What incredible disappointments you have become in upholding the very idea of throwing off the yoke of tyranny. Geo. III may be gone, but you’ve invited in his place liberalism and collectivism to the nth degree.
Spider
well now, I live in Orange County (hour or so north of NYC). We went for Obama in ’08 51-48. This year we will reverse that in Mitt’s favor. In ’10 we threw out an ultra leftist congressman and elected Republican Nan Hayworth. I see a big upstate swing to Mitt as very likely.
But the Buffalo, Rochester, and Albany counties will still go to Obama. Maybe by smaller percentages than ’08, but still blue.
Obama won NYC by such an overwhelming amount over McCain that I can’t see that changing enough to help Mitt.
powerful write up, whether you agree with some,
all, or none of it, hope you read it in it’s entirety..
by Ezili Dantò
The author supported Obama in 2008, for the sake of Haiti, the U.S. and the world. But no more. “Under the Obama tenure, indefinite military detention of U.S. citizens is lawful in the land of the free and the brave and Haitians are saddled with George Bush and Bill Clinton.” When a duopoly rules, voting is a sham. “Susan Rice takes over the role Colin Powell played for the Bushes while Cheryl Mills is out there pushing the Duvalierist agenda in Haiti previously championed by Bill Clinton’s commerce secretary, the late Ron Brown.”
[We wrote then our dissent. “Give us a 100 right-wing Republicans to
face any day. Keep the namby pamby Democrats or progressive left
selling their constituents out in the name of some mythical, so-called
bipartisanship. They are the worst and most dangerous enablers of
neoliberal globalization masturbating on the poor’s imposed pain,
poverty and suffering.”
[..]
Obama betrayed the American voters who expected he would not
gut the US Constitution. But he has. And, some of us here at HLLN
are lawyers.
This writer herself is a member of two US State bars where the oath I made was to protect the US Constitution. Moreover, as a born-Haitian who spent what seems a lifetime advocating against the US destruction of legitimate elections in Haiti, against the US and the wealthy’s support of apartheid and ethnocide in Haiti; against US destruction of the 1987 Haiti Constitution with illegal US regime changes in Haiti; as an advocate who has had to deal with the poor Haitians’ indiscriminate INDEFINITE DETENTION simply because the US and Haiti’s repugnant undemocratic forces suspect these poor voted and supported Lavalas, I find NOTHING redeeming about the Constitutional lawyer, named Barrack Obama. ]
If Casey loses PA Senate seat than GOP could virtually run the table & have veto proof majorities in both houses + POTUS. He’s only up 41-39 & once the other 20% remember who the loathsome ACORN luvin dim bulb Casey is they’ll vote for Smith by default.
Bill Mitchell
You know, I think there really is nothing new under the Sun.
This is beginning to look an awful lot like 1980 except that Carter was doing better at this point. The Obama huge advantage with early voters meme has been completely blown up as only 5% of votes have been cast, not 20% the fake polling tried to suggest.
GotFreedom
Get ready for the spin after tomorrow’s debate. . .even if BHO looks “alive” he’ll be declared the winner by the lame stream.
3 weeks seems like an eternity until we can vote this jackhole out of office. . .but, he will still be dangerous until he vacates the property. . .no doubt they’ll take one last Christmas vaca to HI on our dime, but as a lame duck, I predict that he will do some major damage to the country (even more than he has already). Buckle up America. . .we aren’t through with him and Mooch until Jan 20, 2013!
Tell me Washington State is in play and I might have some reason to rejoice.
kat
Even one electoral vote in deep blue Maine is polling for Romney. Maine is one of 2 states that can divy up their electoral college votes by district- northern Maine, where winter is 6 months long is much more conservative than the rest of the state. I see a lot more Romney signs and bumper stickers these days than last time around.
I live in MN and even though I am seeing yard signs for Romney in areas where they normally wouldn’t be, I don’t believe that MN is in play. However, if the donkeys have to shore up States like MN, WI, and MI, they have lost already.
Now if we can convert some of this into the down ballot candidates for Senate, Representative, State and local government offices, School Board, soil and water district etc.
Get active in your local politics, don’t just leave it up to the pols, they will disappoint you again and again if you let them.
Katie
In my town in NJ in ’08 there were Obama signs all over the place and a few McCain signs (though it is normally a pretty red town). Same with bumper stickers. This year I counted 4 Obama signs in an area that had about 20 last time, and 15 or so Romney in the same area that had been at 3 or 4 in ’08. Further, in working the GOP tent both years during our local town festival, in ’08 it was a lonely place to be. No one took signs or really even chatted. This year, we couldn’t keep the Romney signs from flying out of the tent (even local college students came for them!) and people THANKED us for being there. Also, both younger kids (junior school and high school) report that the smug Obama support from ’08 is gone and the narrative is that he is “a liar who did’t do what he said and made things worse” Indeed don’t get my younger one and his friends started on school lunches. I take this lean toward Romney as an indicator of what is happening at dinner tables throughout town.
The event Jim has video posted from of Michelle was taken Saturday with a crowd of more than 800 in Northern NJ….800!!!! We haven’t seen anything like that before. People were fired up.
mg4us
Nj here and agree with Dick Morris. .NJ in play. . .though would be nice to see more of Gov. Chris Christie out there stumping for Romney/Ryan in the State.
Many folks who vote for Obama last time are very disillusioned. . . want bipartisanship and cooperation to tackle issues like JOBS, ENERGY, and TAXES.
May NJ Jews are concerned what is happening in Middle East too.
The biggest wildcard in NJ is VOTER FRAUD. . .from Newark, Atlantic City and Camden. Need to be on guard and make sure folks vote in large numbers. . .
If Romney outshines Obama at tonights debate. . or if Obama goes native and transforms into the ANGRY BLACK MAN present in his book Dreams From My Father. . then the blow-out will be huge!
bigL
like 2006, we had the big MO as in ‘momentom’according to Hewitt./ We were moving into victory. The gop was going to pick up seats here and there, former donk strong holds.
all those states will go for Obama, somehow the voting machines will be found in the back of an suv.
We are going to get so hosed.But don;t give up we have to keep on keeping on.but don;t bet yr heart on it….
Bitter Clinger
I want to believe Dick Morris but let’s all recall that this man actually wrote a book about the 2008 election: Condi vs. Hillary.
Militant Conservative
I smell a landslide. I answer ALL polls incorrectly as do many others.
Thus the WTF when results come out favoring Obama/Democrats.
It’s called the wilder effect. The polls are starting to reflect the independants
going for Mitt. We conservatives are more shrewd. Lie like a cheap rug to pollsters.
So the pundits on election night will be saying WTF just happened?!!
Powder is dry and yes Riots too
Paz
I’m in NJ. There’s no way it’s going Romney.
Limousine Barry
I swear by Allah, my campaign sucks!
Gary
Bill Mitchell
Firstly, I think you and I were two of the very few on this website who were calling this one as far back as January. A lot of people doubted.
Everybody else
What we’re seeing is the result of the lazy left running its exact same playbook election year after election year, assuming that the public never grows wise to the plan. For once, we all laughed through all the ridiculous poll numbers, the fake unemployment numbers, and all the other fact-twisting propaganda, and they really are clueless on how to drag Obama over the finish line.
Call me crazy, but what I look for in the coming weeks is some of the journalists and pundits on the left who like to be regarded as serious thinkers to start accepting what the internal poll numbers show them, and stop propping Obama up. I wouldn’t even be surprised after tonight’s debate if some on the left throw in the towel on Obama’s behalf (though I know, of course, that Matthews, Maddow, and the other diehards will look desperately for something to spin as an Obama victory).
Brian
Wisconsin is the only realistic one. I could certainly see Romney winning it. Especially with Ryan on the ticket.
Michigan. I doubt it. Detroit,Flint,Lansing and those places dictate the state in presidential elections. That is when the “walking around money”in Detroit gets handed out. Also don’t underestimate the Muslim vote.
Pennsylvania. It is a teaser,as almost the whole state is red. Except for a few counties. Too bad they are Philadelphia and Allegheny(Pittsburgh)and the Philly suburban counties,where castrated,weak kneed whites want to prove they are not racist,and also care more about aborting fetuses than anything else.
New Jersey. Well,if Romney wins New Jersey,IN YOUR FACE SPRINGSTEEN!!
Brian
I think Romney should actually put some effort into Minnesota. Outside of Minneapolis/St.Paul,it’s pretty conservative.
No way are MN and NJ going red. If MI and WI do, it’ll be because every last vote was counted and the ‘pubs, for once, did something about voter fraud. PA might – MIGHT – go red if only because of coal. But Philly is a gigantic pull against that happening.
Don’t get your hopes up real high, folks. We’ll be real lucky to get a thinly-margined win. There isn’t going to be a blow-out.
Brian
Wisconsin is more realistic than Michigan.
mg4us
#43 Paz and #48 rathernot
That is what folks said in 2009 in Governor’s Race that Corzine would win by huge margin. . .
He was sitting Governor of a blue state with DEM controlled legislature
Had Teacher’s Union and other unions fully behind
MSM supported Corzine ALL the TIME, especially mocking Chris Christie’s weight and looks
And Corzine was Jewish too. .
So much going for him and it reflected in the polls. .significant lead over Christie
Then Election Day came. . .AND the rest is History!
Even phony ballots and illegals voting could not help Corzine. . .Christie’s margin was too big. . .
Grass roots and TEA Party Patriots will be getting out the vote. . just like they did in 2009. . .
Wait and see. . . better yet, come join us in the fight to take back our government
to RESTORE & RENEW
Romney/Ryan
Brian
Corzine isn’t Jewish. He originally is from downstate Illinois and is protestant.
cg
bg,
What’s up with all the links?!
valerie
He’s right to encourage the Republicans to raise their sights.
I’m driving around in San Diego and Escondido, the “conservative” portion of Southern California, and there is a resounding absence of Obama signs and bumper stickers. There have been some complaints that cars with Romney bumper stickers have been keyed, but there are still more of them than Obama stickers, not that there are many of either.
This year the election materials are overwhelmingly about local issues, and the ones for the candidates do not mention party.
I don’t think California is up for grabs, but the presence of Roseanne Barr with Cindy Sheehan as vp on the ballot for the presidential races suggests a strong protest vote against current policy.
no state is every totally out of play, and if it weren’t for money constraints, we should never act like it is.
Even California voted for Regan. Massachussetts elects Republican governors and senators.
They’re all up for grabs if the people can just be reached.
One problem with the Dem playbook of blame is that, after you’ve had the reins of power for so long, it just isn’t logical to blame anybody but you. And October 2012 seems to be about how long it took a lot of people.
This election is swinging fast now. People are changing their minds in a snowball effect. It took years to reach some of these people, and now that they’re coming around, they aren’t going to just switch back to Obama in the next three weeks. He’s simply out of time to spin a victory out of these circumstances. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Insurance Victories
It Takes a Team:
Family and Friends Rally around PH Patient to Fight for Transplant Approval
July 2009
By Don Burdolski
PH Caregiver
Kathy
BurdolskiSometimes being a caregiver involves more than providing medical assistance. When insurance obstacles arise, it often means becoming a patient advocate. In the case of my wife Kathy, her brother Chris led the dynamic advocacy efforts to convince our insurance company to approve Kathy’s double lung transplant.
Some Background
Kathy was diagnosed with PH in September 2006 at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Mo. In August 2008, she went to the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Medical Center for a lung transplant evaluation. In addition to severe lung damage from pulmonary hypertension, scleroderma and Raynaud’s disease, the doctors determined that she was also in right heart failure.
At the time, she was also suffering from pancreatic cysts, and after confirming that these cysts were not problematic, Kathy was listed for a much-needed heart and lung transplant in October 2008. A multitude of things occurred during the next month, including removal of a squamous cell carcinoma (a form of cancer) and a skin graft.
Even as she healed from all these health problems, doctors were able to keep her on the transplant list with an inactive status. In January 2009, doctors found her heart stronger and determined she would be able to sustain a double lung transplant.
Getting Too Sick Meant Being Removed from the Transplant List
In March, Kathy had a series of infections and her kidneys shut down. Unfortunately, this lead to her temporary removal from the transplant list. However, Kathy fought off each infection with her brother Chris constantly by her side. As one of her main advocates, Chris talked with doctors every day about Kathy’s progress and transplant listing status. In early April, Dr. Charles Hoopes made the decision that Kathy could be relisted for a lung transplant.
At this point, Kathy began a new battle, but this time with our health coverage provider. Our provider would not approve Kathy’s reinstatement onto the transplant waiting list. As a self-funded health coverage (“insurance”) plan, the company was directly responsible for the costs and approval of treatment. They hesitated for two weeks, finding reasons not to put Kathy on the list. At this time, more action was needed and a remarkable team came together to advocate on Kathy’s behalf.
Advocating On a Daily Basis
Chris continued to support Kathy, and he encouraged the doctors to advocate on her behalf. Dr. Hoopes called our health coverage provider on several occasions, insisting that they approve Kathy’s relisting.
Meanwhile, we contacted Governor Jay Nixon of Missouri, State Senator Jolie Justus, and State Representative Jason Kander for support. Governor Nixon sent an email advocating on Kathy’s behalf to the Missouri Department of Insurance, a state institution designed to protect insurance consumers by regulating industry practice. Representative Kander also called my former employer to insist upon their approval to reinstate Kathy onto the transplant waiting list.
Approved!
Amazingly, the approval came at the end of three weeks. Dr. Hoopes, many other doctors and nurses at UCSF, Chris, our elected officials and countless others were critical in overcoming Kathy’s insurance challenge. Their numerous phone calls, constant follow-up, dedication and support made the difference throughout this entire process.
My wife remains listed for this transplant, and all of us hope and pray that it will occur soon.
Comments and Feedback
Leave a comment here about this Insurance Victory (click on "Post a New Story" to add your comment). If you are interested in sharing your own Insurance Victory, contact us here. You must be signed in to leave a comment.
Comments and Feedback for Insurance Victories: Don Burdolski
PHA is proud to be able to make educational materials and programs like these available for free to everyone because of the generous support from members of the community just like you. Donations are welcome!
For optimal viewing of PHAssociation.org, please use a standards-compliant browser such as Google Chrome or Firefox.
The information provided on the PHA website is provided for general information only. It is not intended as legal, medical or other professional advice, and should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultations with qualified professionals who are familiar with your individual needs. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
What Are the Best Alternatives to Apps Like Tinder?
Who isn’t addicted to dating apps these days? There will be hardly anyone who is unaware of dating apps, especially Tinder – a location-based dating app launched back in 2012. Online dating has become a newest trend, and due to its increasing demand, many online websites and apps have been launched to cater to the request. There are so many apps like Tinder that have risen up in the online dating world. Admit it or not, you must have also tried and used a dating app like Tinder as soon as you stumbled upon it. A new research study by The Pew Research Centre has showed that the percentage of US adults who had used a dating app has tripled over the last two years. Wonder how famous these dating apps have become in the past years!
Undoubtedly, Tinder has gained remarkable prominence over the recent years, allowing millennials to initiate conversations with their matched users. However, there are also many other options for you to choose from. Who wouldn’t want to expand their dating pool? While Tinder might be considered as one of the best dating apps and also the most popular one, there are also seemingly endless dating apps which one should definitely explore!
Based on their popularity, we have listed down five other dating apps like Tinder for you that work well for both Android and iPhone. Do not forget to check them out!
List of Famous Apps Like Tinder:
OkCupid
Present on the online dating web since 2004, OkCupid is one of the most polished and a popular dating app on its own. Along with incorporating the swipe feature from Tinder, this dating app has a lot more to offer! There are millions of users registered to this app and can be found from everywhere in the world. This app allows you to enter a number of details about you to make sure you get a perfect match for yourself. Besides, there’s a cool incognito mode inside the app. Interestingly, it also enables you to filter your searches based on hobbies and appearance. Bored of Tinder? It’s high time you check out this app!
Happn
Happn works around a unique yet interesting dating model. Just like Tinder, it does allow you to ‘like’ someone on the app and then opens a chat option for you. However, by turning on your location services, this app lets you discover people you have recently crossed paths with. It only shows potentials you have recently been near. For instance, if you have walked past someone across the street, you can hit ‘like’ on the app and then initiate a chat with that person. Moreover, this app also tells you how many times you might have crossed paths with someone. Doesn’t it sound so exciting?
Coffee Meets Bagel
Most commonly known as CMB, Coffee Meets Bagel works on a more inclusive dating model as compared to Tinder. Even though the basics of this dating app are similar to Tinder, CMB is somewhat different. It offers only a few quality matches per day – yes, there’s no frantic swiping involved in this app at all. CMB shows only one match, called a bagel, every day at noon. You could either accept or pass the bagel within 24 hours. If your bagel likes you back, a separate chat option opens up that stays active for a week. Furthermore, you can also earn or purchase ‘coffee beans’ if you desire for more bagel options. This app might not sound overwhelming but aims to offer measured results.
Bumble
Bumble is the feminist version of Tinder – it aims at giving authority to women so they can have control over their virtual dating lives. This dating app actually makes women feel empowered. You must be wondering how. Let’s find out! Unlike Tinder, this app does not allow men to initiate a conversation, thus leaving it up to women to start off the chat however they see fit. If a woman does not start a conversation, the match automatically gets canceled within 24 hours. This feature has been included to prevent women from being bombarded with too many random messages from men. Being a woman you’d certainly want to try out this dating app!
Hinge
Hinge doesn’t work like Tinder – it proudly calls itself an ‘anti-Tinder’ app. The results shown in this dating app are reserved rather than endless. This app does not let you chat with a random person. By using your Facebook account, it lets you connect with your friends, friends of your friends, or third-degree friends only. Through a mutual connection, you will be able to have a more personal introduction from your match. Now stay within the circle of your social network and meet new people.
About The Author
Having an experience of 3+ years in the writing industry, Sara Naveed is an emerging Pakistani writer. She is an avid reader and an ardent lover of literature. Currently, she is busy exploring the tech-world. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Tiling theory is an elegant branch of mathematics that has applications in several areas of computer science. The most immediate application area is graphics, where tiling theory has been used in the contexts of texture generation, sampling theory, remeshing, and of course the generation of decorative patterns. The combination of a solid theoretical... more... | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Routine Outcome Monitoring (ROM) is obligatory in mental healthcare. ROM consists of a set of questionnaires which patients fill in during their treatment. ROM has several functions in the individual treatment of patients, for analysing policies, for research and for benchmarking (Nugter et al 2012, Laane et al 2012, Noom et al 2012).
The current rapport presents research with ROM-data from the Centrum for Integrative Psychiatry (CIP). At the CIP a holistic way of treatment is being used, where there is room for complementary treatments with a scientifically proven effectivity next to the regular treatment (Hoenders et al 2012).
In this research the patient population and treatment effectivity of the CIP are being analysed, and patient specific influences and the influence of patient satisfaction on the treatment results is also analysed. The research is based on the ROM-data from patients treated between 2012 and 2015.
The results show a positive treatment effect on all used outcome measurements. Women improved more on the symptom severity. A possible explanation is that women report a higher symptom severity at the beginning of the treatment (Van Noorden et al 2010, Kornstein et al 2000). Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF) shows weak or no correlations with several outcome measurements. While GAF is considered to be an objective and reliable instrument, this may not be the case (Urbanoski et al 2014).
Patients are satisfied with the CIP. The more satisfied the patient, the better the treatment outcome. In general, there is a decrease of symptoms and an increase in quality of life after treatment at the CIP. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Levi’s Semi-Annual Sale
Levi’s Semi-Annual sale is going on now! Denim and other items for men, women and kids have been marked down with up to 75% off the original price. Now until July 14th, when you enter the code ” SALE30″ at the checkout you can get an additional 30% off your order. When you spend over $100, you will also receive free shipping! You can shop online at Levis.com. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
My post today is the fourth and final one in my series on being a peacemaker. In part one and two I wrote about five things that peacemakers must do. And in part three I wrote about two more: they must be willing to state their opinions as opinions and they must be willing to ask permission before sharing those opinions. And just as my first three posts were inspired by the Scripture (in italics) I read that night so many years ago, today’s post was as well.
“Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble. Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.”
Try to be sympathetic and compassionate of John’s situation. John’s mind and heart are a complicated mess of darkness and emotion, remember that when you are tempted to be affected by him. I know that it is easy to be affected and offended by John but stand above that. Be unmoved by his words. When he makes emotional statements, do not respond to them! Stick to the issue and to reality, do not get lost in his emotion.
“If anyone sees his brother commit a sin that does not lead to death, he should pray and God will give him life. I refer to those whose sin does not lead to death. There is a sin that leads to death. I am not saying that he should pray about that. All wrong-doing is sin and there is sin that does not lead to death.”
Pray for John. Pray unceasingly for him. Pray for his heart. Pray that you will have wisdom to know how to love him. Pray that his eyes and ears will be opened. Pray that he will allow you into his life. Pray, pray, pray.
“My brothers, if one of you should wander from the truth and someone should bring him back, remember this: Whoever turns a sinner from the error of his way will save him from death and cover over a multitude of sins.”
Keep loving him! That is all you can do right now. Hopefully, prayerfully, John’s eyes and ears will someday be opened and if and when that day comes you will be there to help guide him. But until then, keep loving him. Who knows, your love may be the very thing that brings him to that day.
Do you struggle to be compassionate towards people who are hard to get along with?
How often do you pray for the people in your life?
Are you diligent about loving those around you?
I hope and pray that the words I have shared with you over the past week have in some way been a blessing to you and to the relationships in your life. I have included a summary (below) of the ten things we have covered. As always, thank you for reading!
His and Yours,
~Echo~
In summary:
Peacemakers must…
…be slow to speak.
…speak to their listener.
…be sincere.
…be willing to let disagreements go for the sake of a relationship.
…show people God’s love rather than just telling them about it.
…be willing to state their opinions as opinions.
…be willing to ask permission before sharing their opinions.
…be compassionate.
…pray without ceasing.
…be diligent about loving those around them.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.” -Matthew 5:9
Welcome to part three of my series on being a peacemaker. In part one of this series I blogged about two things peacemakers must do. And in part two I blogged about three more: they must be sincere, they must be willing to let disagreements go for the sake of a relationship and they must show people God’s love rather than just telling them about it. Today I want to share with you two more thoughts inspired by verses (in italics) I read that night several years ago.
“There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, the One who is able to save and destroy. But you-who are you to judge your neighbor?”
There was a time in my life when I presented my opinions as law. Instead of a statement being my perspective, or my opinion, it was law. For various reasons, I cannot do that anymore. That may be good, that may be bad (I haven’t decided yet) but I just can’t find it within myself to express my beliefs as law. I encourage you to consider this. For example: Instead of stating: “The beach is the best place to go on vacation.”, consider: “I believe the beach is the best place to go on vacation.” I have found that less doors are closed when a subject is approached this way. Also, this guarantees that you are right! It is true that you believe the beach is the best place to go on vacation. (I don’t actually know that you believe this, I’m just using it as an example.) Therefore, no one can argue whether your statement is true or not. And as an added bonus, you come across as more approachable if they want to discuss their opposing belief with you. Let God be the judge of John. If he asks for your opinion, your advice, your help, then by all means, be eager. But otherwise, in this particular case, let God deal with him.
“Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander.”
Another thing I have changed in the last couple of years is offering my opinion when I have not been asked for it or gotten permission to share it. I try to always start a conversation with: “Can I talk to you about something?” or “Can I give you advice about something?” That way you know whether the input is welcome or not and can respond accordingly. Take the time to solidify your thoughts and beliefs so that when someone does ask, you can answer. But answer gently and respectfully…even when you don’t feel like it.
Do you usually present your opinions as law?
How often do you ask for permission before sharing your opinion with someone?
Thanks for reading! Stay tuned for the fourth and final part of my series on being a peacemaker, coming soon.
Yesterday I blogged about two things peacemakers must do: they must be slow to speak and when they do speak, they must speak to their listener. Today I want to share with you three more things peacemakers must do. These thoughts were also inspired by verses (in italics) I read that night several years ago.
“But the wisdom that comes from Heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace raise a harvest of righteousness.”
I think it is wonderful that you are pursuing peace. Don’t give up! I know it feels hopeless but do not allow that! Be merciful of John! Be impartial to his ridiculousness but sincere in your love for him (when I say love, I mean “doing what is best for and wanting what is best for” the other person).
“See, the Lord is coming with thousands upon thousands of his holy ones to judge everyone, and to convict all the ungodly of all the ungodly acts they have done in the ungodly way, and of all the harsh words ungodly sinners have spoken against Him.”
I know it is near impossible to ignore John’s choices but I believe you currently have no other choice if you want any chance of mending things. Do you agree with him? No. Do you approve of his choices? No. Can he hear anything you say about it? I don’t think so. Let God deal with him. Maybe someday God will use you for that and I hope that if or when He intends to, you will know it without a doubt. But for now, let it go and leave it to God to deal with John.
“Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.”
Let John see God’s goodness and wisdom in you by your actions, not your words. For whatever reason, John cannot (or again, will not) hear your words. For now at least, let your actions be a testimony to God’s beauty and goodness. Be humble and be forgiving of John. Show him God’s love rather than telling him about God’s love.
How do the peacemakers in your life show you God’s love rather than just telling you about God’s love?
Do you have a relationship with someone who’s choices you do not agree with? Have you been able to set that aside for the sake of the relationship?
Thanks for reading part two of my series on being a peacemaker. Stay tuned for part three, coming soon…
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.” -Matthew 5:9
A few years ago, after a dear friend emailed me asking for advice, I prayed for wisdom, let my Bible fall open in my lap, and began reading. These are some of the verses (in italics) that I read that night. The words written after them are my own, inspired by those that I read. I hoped and prayed then that these words would be a blessing to my friend. I hope and pray now they will be a blessing to you.
“Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.”
I encourage you to talk with a neutral party before communicating any negative emotions. Find someone that you respect and admire and run your thoughts and feelings by them before sending any Emails, making any phone calls or pursuing any confrontations. Find a good “sounding board” to incorporate into your life. Also, be quick to ask questions, slow to make accusations. I have found that this is ALWAYS more effective, especially initially. Some people can handle bold statements, most can’t. Most people can handle sincere questions, few can’t. Speaking out of emotion almost always gets me in trouble. Learn to communicate emotion without communicating through emotion. This is a very hard concept for most people (myself included) and takes much practice and guidance.
“If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not keep a tight reign on his tongue, he deceives himself and his religion is worthless.”
Consider your words very, very carefully. Remember that everyone’s perspective is different. Speak for the benefit of your listener. If you came to me and said, “Your choices are ruining your marriage.” I would be eager to hear why you think so. If you go to John and make that exact statement, he will likely be hurt and respond defensively. Same statement, same mouth, same motives: different results. John cannot (or will not) see God or God’s love (or your “religion”) through statements like these. Remember to speak to your listener.
Who are the peacemakers in your life?
In what ways have they been a good example of being quick to listen and slow to speak?
Are you known to be a peacemaker?
Would love to hear your answers in the comment section below. Stay tuned for a continuation of “Ten Things Peacemakers Must Do”, coming soon!
Like this:
Since January 1st I have been reading. Since January 1st I have been on this fascinating journey of discovery. I have given up on the idea that I will make it to the end by December 31st. But for the first time in my 28 years, I am confident that I will make it. And what at one point in my life felt like a chore or a check on a to-do list, has this time around felt as I believe it should and as it was intended to- like a privilege. I have learned a lot. Pondered a lot. Been encouraged and inspired. And copied entire passages into my journal to remember and reread and reread again. It has been my intention to share these passages with you all along. But hey, better 9 months late than never, ay?
Psalm 128:1-6
Blessed are all who fear the Lord, who walk in His ways.
You will eat the fruit of your labor; blessings and prosperity will be yours.
Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within your house; your sons will be like olive shoots around your table.
Thus is the man blessed who fears the Lord.
May the Lord bless you from Zion all the days of your life; may you see the prosperity of Jerusalem,
and may you live to see your children’s children. Peace be upon Israel.
– Last fall it was my dad. His knowledge of Scripture inspires me. It is truly incredible. And the stories and lessons he shares with me from Scripture inspire me too. So on January first I began reading the One Year Bible. I have made it to Joshua in the Old Testament and Luke in the New. I am excited about what is still left for me to read and learn!
– Sometime in January it was my mom. My mom inspires me, in one way or another, on a weekly basis. But in January it was a conversation about organic eating that inspired me. For about a year now I have had the desire to feed my family only organic foods. However, eating organic can be pretty expensive. And as I am also committed to a budget, I have been hesitant to spend that much more money every month. But her suggestion made sense to me- “Just switch some of the things your family eats the most. You don’t have to go cold turkey to be benefited. Little changes make a difference too.” So now we eat about 50/50. I feel better about what I am feeding my family. And my budget thanks me too.
– This spring it was zerowastehome.blogspot.com. Reading it has inspired within me a whole new perspective on quite a few different things. But more specifically it inspired me to start composting. It really is too easy and too cheap and too good for the environment not to do! So on May 11th my sweet husband surprised me with a compost bin and then this past Sunday he did all the steps required to get it started for me! (He is such a good man. I think it was about 95 degrees at the time. Good, good man.)
– Also this spring it was tumbleweedhouses.com. The whole idea of “tiny houses” is quite intriguing to me. I actually find it to be quite appealing too. And though I don’t see myself living in a tiny house anytime soon (if ever), the idea of a tiny house has inspired me to rethink what we truly need or are even benefited by in this life (like how many square feet, how many books, how many toys, how many pairs of shoes one should really own…). It has also inspired me to declutter! A process I am truly enjoying and feeling very blessed by this time around. Sooo freeing.
– Around the middle of April it was “Our Noble, Essential Decency” by Robert A. Heinlein in the book “This I Believe”. Reading that inspired this “glass-half-empty-gal” (yes, its true, as much as I hate it, I tend to be one of those glass-half-empty people), to pay more attention to, give more credit to and acknowledge more often to myself and others the kindness and thoughtfulness shown to me by the people in my life. One way I have done this is by writing down those experiences when they happen. This simple, easy practice has blessed me so much and really improved my perspective on people and life.
– Around the end of April it was a magazine article (I cannot for the life of me think of which magazine…). The article was about a mama of two who kept running (along with a support group of other preggo runners) through her entire second pregnancy. Yes, she got a lot slower. And yes, the distance she would run diminished considerably the further into her pregnancy she got. But she kept at it. And knowing that that was possible for her, has inspired me to do so as well. I may not make it to the ninth month (Or maybe I will. Who knows. We shall see.). But I can run today. And so I did. And so I will. As long as I am able.
– May 14th-21st it was the beach. Oh, the beach. I love the beach. I could (and might still) write a whole post about the beach. It inspires me in so many ways. It inspires me to spend time outside, out of the city, to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of God’s creation. It inspires me to travel. What a fascinating and magnificent planet we live on. I want to see more of it. It inspires me to spend more time with my family. All thirteen of them. They are amazing. And our family dynamic is pretty amazing too. And it inspires me to simplify. Everything we needed that week fit in the trunk of our car. Do we really need all of the other 2200 square feet of stuff that we came home to? It inspires me to run. And write. And take a deep breath. In so many ways it inspires me.
– This week it was the heat. That, combined with feeling so, so pregnant these days, has inspired me to drink more water. I have committed to downing 80+ ounces of water each and every day for the rest of this pregnancy. So far it has been surprisingly easy! (The only downside being how many freakin’ trips to the bathroom I make every day!)
– And two days ago it was an article in the “Davidson A.M” about Mayor Karl Dean and his challenge to the city to “Walk 100 Miles With the Mayor”. Running has evolved dramatically for me since getting pregnant in December. And as a result I have really struggled with motivation. But my days are so much better when I fit in a run (even a really short one!) and so is my health, my energy, my mood and my frame of mind. I have run/walked more than 136 miles this pregnancy. This article has inspired me to commit to running/walking, over the next 15ish weeks, another 150 more.
Sometimes I wonder why this is. Why, both fortunately and unfortunately, I feel incapable of shutting off my brain and spending more of my time outside of my head. (It gets so noisy in there. Stays so busy. Whew.) I think I have concluded that it is a combination of my temperament (melancholy) and my upbringing (thanks, Dad) but regardless of why, it is what it is and at least for the time being, it doesn’t seem to be changing.
A lot of the time this just means that there is never enough time to do all that I want to do and see all that I want to see. I awake most mornings, dreaming and scheming, my mile long to-do list following me around, my long term, life dreams knocking at my door.
I think I see life a little differently every day. Not because my surroundings or my circumstances are changing but because my brain rarely (if ever) shuts off and this causes a constant and continuous evaluation of life, of Truth, of the reality of my and our existence.
Exhausting? At times. A blessing? Often.
The blessings that come from this can be great. I rarely settle for average. I am often content (thank God) but very rarely complacent. I usually put a lot of thought into, and seek out a lot of counsel for the decisions that I make. My compassion towards and awareness of people is often better than doers. (There are doers and there are thinkers and there are the rare few that manage to live right in the middle. I am married to a man who is mostly a doer but with usually just the right amount – though occasionally not quite enough – of thinker sprinkled in. Thank God for him! He so often displays a beautiful balance of the two.) My desire to help people live their best life, for their own peace and joyfulness sake and to the glory of God, burns passionately and at times inexplicably. And I am diligent and passionate about the direction that my own life, my own heart, my own spirit takes. Because of this, and by the grace of God, I have been able to walk down a road of many, many blessings.
But it causes dilemmas too, one being that I have difficulty staying focused long enough to begin a thought or a task and then follow it through all the way to the end. I have the best intentions, the best ideas, the most passion- but I have too many at once, too many to juggle, too little time and energy to devote to each one. And at times, because I do not have time to do them all, I do none. (or I start ten and spend so much time starting them that I run out of time and finish none of them) Not workable. Not beneficial to anyone.
It also causes me to sometimes hold myself to impossibly high standards, and those around me as well. The problem with this is that I forget to celebrate the milestones, the baby steps, the growth along the way and in this my heart becomes ungracious towards those (including myself) who keep missing the mark and then depressed about the state of my friends, my family, myself…or humanity in general. Not good. Not good at all.
And also, and perhaps worst of all, it occasionally causes a complete crash. (Like with a computer, when there is too much information being inputted to be processed, too many commands to try and follow that the computer just shuts down completely.) A crash causes a withdrawal from those around me, a dive into my mind and away from those that I love and all that I need to do. And it causes me to stay there, either until someone comes in and rescues me (this task often falls to my husband, he has become an expert at it), or until I become so desperate for air that I reach out and grab a float and make it back to shore, or until I remember that my God is always there for me, loving and listening and understanding, unchanging and unphased, waiting for me to return to Him, waiting for me to ask, once again, for His Spirit of patience, of wisdom, of peace, of compassion to fill my mind and my heart. His response is usually swift, His deliverance profound.
So here is my thought for today- There is only one of me, there are only twenty-four hours in a day and seven days in a week. Because of this reality, I must accept that I cannot do all that I wish I could do. (Not today at least, and maybe not until I figure out how to clone myself.) This means that my only option is to narrow my focus and simplify my choices.
But what does this look like? For today, this looks like stating my passions and my purpose, pouring myself into these things and allowing the rest to remain on my to-do list until I find the time, make the time or am given the time to get to them.
It also means clearing away the clutter- the cluttering thoughts and commitments and possessions. And eliminating the pointless, meaningless, fruitless things that this life and our culture are so quick to offer in such abundance.
And what, you might ask, are these passions? What is my purpose? What is worth my time?
Stay tuned as I work on figuring that out! 🙂
In the mean time…what are your passions? What is your purpose? What do you consider worthy of your time? Please leave me a comment! I want to hear your answers! | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Browse Jewelry
Browse Shoes
Browse stores
Women's Shrimps Purses and wallets
Founded by London College of Fashion grad Hannah Weiland, Shrimps debuts an eclectic, kitsch and overwhelmingly progressive form of design. Finding form in faux-fur textures, this edit of Shrimps wallets offers a characterful way to keep your valuables styled. Bright and bold colors do little to distract from focal points, with cheery, teddy bear inspired features emerging curiously from faux-fur outlines. Uplifting, modern and totally irreverent, Shrimps wallets are a fun and practical way to assert your signature style.
We use cookies to provide you with the best possible experience on our website. This includes third party cookies and personalised content. If you continue we’ll assume you’re happy to receive all cookies. However, you can change your mind at any time.
Read more | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Our website uses cookies to improve your user experience. If you continue browsing, we assume that you consent to our use of cookies. More information can be found in our Cookies Policy and Privacy Policy.
Bid Management Technology: a growing weapon for marketers
As the economic crisis continues, the paid search market is becoming increasingly competitive. Despite the outlook for search marketing looking relatively positive during 2009, managing – and extracting value from – campaigns will become more and more challenging.
The digital industry continues to flourish because of its ability to drive return on investment, especially in the face of a recession. For many advertisers, their most efficient channel is paid search, and the technology for managing this is typically a crucial component for maximising the success of any campaign.
The advantages afforded to advertisers using such management tools are numerous. Certainly we’ve found that marketers can operate more aggressively online, stretch budgets further and increase conversion rates. This is about working smarter, not harder, and is incredibly important for those clients managing hundreds of thousands of keyphrases a month.
The strengths that bid management technology can provide include:
-) 24-hour functionality (by using an automated system which requires minimum human contact)
-) Operation in real-time (eliminating time-lags)
-) Allowing thousands of keywords to be monitored and optimised at enormous speeds
-) Giving any campaign an extra level of security
-) Providing a rapid-response solution if any urgent changes are needed
Profiling 16 leading suppliers and their products, our guide details the issues and trends surrounding bid management tools, as well as discussing the on-going industry question of whether or not technology may eventually replace PPC account managers/handlers.
Of course, paid search campaigns will always require the human touch: no matter how intelligent the software, somebody will need to set the rules. But we can see that bid management technology is undoubtedly a market which will continue to prosper as savvy marketers increasingly adopt this kind of technology to improve their search strategies (and their ROI).
With marketers currently facing the issues surrounding intensifying competition – such as CPC inflation caused by competition and search engines attempting to maximise their profits – it seems that management technology could provide a welcome solution to some of the problems.
comScore reported yesterday that Americans watched 34% more online
videos this past November than they did a year ago in November 2007. This amounts
to a whopping 12.7bn videos watched in a single month.
Google properties, which include YouTube, remained the top online video
destinations, drawing nearly 98m unique viewers and accounting
for just over 40% of videos watched.
Last week, Econsultancy was invited to the Westminster eForum, where Lord Stephen Carter – the Minister for Communications, Technology and Broadcasting – was a guest keynote speaker ahead of his Digital Britain report.
The report, which is expected on January 26th, is to be “an action plan to secure the UK’s place at the forefront of innovation, investment and quality in the digital and communications industries.” So, ahead of the report, what is the Government planning?
Most of us tend to root for the underdog. There’s something powerful in
the thought that the most disadvantaged can muster up the strength to
overcome a significant challenge or a more potent competitor.
Few, however, seemed to be rooting for Palm, the company that created the market for the smart phone.
January 14th 200906:51
Latest
Nike’s latest flagship store has arrived on New York’s Fifth Avenue, and with it comes a glimpse into the future of retail. An oft-trotted expression maybe, but the ‘Nike House of Innovation 000’ (its official title) is deserving. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Matsuzaka (5-0) won despite walking a career-worst eight batters in five innings, which also tied the major league high for walks this season. But he didn't allow a hit until Curtis Granderson's two-out RBI single in the fourth.
"There's not too many outings where you walk that many and still win," Boston manager Terry Francona said.
Matsuzaka had coldlike symptoms throughout the day and didn't feel good. Francona said he only planned to use him for five innings no matter what.
"He competes. He didn't have his best stuff or feel 100% physically," Francona added. "But tonight it was enough."
Matsuzaka gave up one run and two hits with one strikeout, throwing 109 pitches.
"We couldn't get a hit bunched in with all the walks," Detroit manager Jim Leyland said. "We had good at-bats against Daisuke, but we couldn't get the big hit."
Tigers starter Jeremy Bonderman (2-3) allowed four runs and seven hits in six innings, walking two and striking out four.
"I think I threw the ball really well," Bonderman said. "The two home runs (Lowell and Youkilis) they hit were good pitches."
Lowell's two-run homer gave Boston a 2-0 lead in the second. The shot down the left-field line followed Manny Ramirez's leadoff double.
It was Lowell's first homer and RBI since last Sept. 29. He finished with three hits.
Lowell was sidelined from April 10-28 with a sprained left thumb. He led the team with 120 RBI last season and was the World Series MVP against Colorado.
"I think I'm getting to the point that I'm used to the tape job on my hand," Lowell said. "It feels like my right hand is so much stronger than my left hand gripping the bat, but tonight I saw the ball well."
Lowell has a book that comes out on Tuesday and laughed off the suggestion that his big night was part of his publicity campaign.
Youkilis made it 4-0 with his two-run shot in the fourth after Lowell led off with a double. Youkilis hit a drive over the left-field fence for his fourth homer.
Ortiz made it 5-1 with a run-scoring single in the seventh and added his sixth homer in the ninth.
Pinch-hitter Marcus Thames had a two-run single with two outs in the seventh for Detroit.
Notes: Francona said RHP Curt Schilling, on the 60-day disabled list with a tired shoulder, is scheduled to throw 25 pitches from 60 feet on Tuesday. If that goes well, he will begin a regular throwing program. ... The Tigers, now five games under .500, shook up a few things. Leyland promised a lineup overhaul after the team was swept in Minnesota. Detroit designated LF Jacque Jones for assignment and purchased the contract of outfielder Matt Joyce from Triple-A Toledo. Joyce was in the lineup in right field and hitting seventh, making his major league debut. He walked in his first big league plate appearance and finished 0-for-2. Taking Jones' place in left was usual DH Gary Sheffield. He asked to return to the outfield because he didn't feel comfortable as the DH. He caught Lowell's long drive to left against the wall in the seventh. Sheffield had been hitting third, but he batted sixth Monday night and went 0-for-1 with three walks. Carlos Guillen, who had been hitting sixth, went into the third spot. He was 1-for-3 with two walks. ... Hansen was recalled from Triple-A Pawtucket and Boston OF Brandon Moss was placed on the 15-day DL after having an appendectomy on Saturday.
Copyright 2008 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
To report corrections and clarifications, contact Reader Editor Brent Jones. For publication consideration in the newspaper, send comments to [email protected]. Include name, phone number, city and state for verification.
Guidelines: You share in the USA TODAY community, so please keep your comments smart and civil. Don't attack other readers personally, and keep your language decent. Use the "Report Abuse" button to make a difference. Read more. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Many different factors can affect preaching . . . including the character of the person behind the pulpit. In this fascinating study, Resner discusses two dominant approaches to homiletics---the rhetorical method typified by Augustine and the theological approach depicted by Barth. A thought-provoking look at the relationship between preachers and the message they proclaim. 205 pages, softcover from Eerdmans. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Cheap Flights to London
London overview
When is the best time to fly to London?
Peak Season:
London is immensely popular all year-round, meaning the price of your flight tickets will vary. On the other hand, it isn't too hard to find cheap flights to London from some UK airports. A lot of visitors come to London in the summer months, between June and September, however due to its brilliant festive celebrations, Christmas, New Years and Easter are also busy times. Families tend to pay a visit to the capital during half-term breaks too so expect museums, parks and attractions to get busy and flights to London to increase.
Off Season:
For a quieter experience of London (although London is always bustling), planning a visit between April and May and September to October can be youngest option to grab cheap flights to London, as well as enjoy less tourists. This is partially due to school terms starting or exam times and means that there will be cheaper room deals and less crowds, but you will still be able to enjoy all of the peak season attractions. You can normally find cheap flights to London in January and February too, although the weather does take a turn for the worse.
When is the best time to book a flight to London?
If you're planning to visit London during half-term or when a particular event is on, make sure to book at least 5 or 6 weeks in advance to find the cheapest flight tickets available. If you're flexible on your dates then you shouldn't have much trouble finding the cheapest flights to London at most periods of the year. Sometimes you can catch a bargain just 2 weeks before departure but this might be cutting it short. Once you've sorted your flight tickets, don't worry too much about which side of the plane to sit on as either side offers great views of London.
How long is the flight to London?
Which airlines operate flights to London?
British airways is the main airline that offers the cheapest flights to London, closely followed by Ryanair. Flybe and Easy jet are also competitive with their prices so you shouldn't have too much trouble finding a cheap flight. If you're only going for a weekend and can make do with just hand luggage, Ryanair could be a prime airline as they normally sting you with checked in baggage.
How to get from the airport to the city centre?
Due to the fact London has 4 major airports, there are several ways to find your way to the centre. The main option and most popular choice is the catch a train directly to your desired stop. Heathrow for example has a train that goes to and from the airport and is extremely regular.
If you're flying into Luton, you can take a bus to the London Underground and continue your journey from there. Because of the size of London, the underground is probably your best choice regardless of where you fly into, as it offers several stops all over the city. Driving is not very practical in London and a lot of areas require payment. A last resort (or if you do have lots of baggage) is to grab a taxi. However congestion in London is ripe and you will end up paying a fortune and taking more time to reach your destination.
London insider information
London is well known for its high costs for just about everything, however if you're visiting the capital you can find great things to do for less than £20.
A hugely popular thing to do in London is visit the west end, but this can be very difficult if you're on a budget. However, all is not lost, here are 5 ways you can save money on west end theatre tickets.
Street food hasn't been a well known concept in London until recent years, and now you can get some great tasting food. The hard part is finding where, so take a look and discover the best street food stalls in London.
If you're a fan of gardens and secret hideaways, make sure to visit these beautiful secret gardens on your visit.
London is a big, big place. That is until you take a visit to the Shard and discover a whole new London you've never seen before. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Blue Nile Mardi Gras Costume Bazaar Returns to Frenchmen St. Sunday
Posted
Monday, February 6th, 2012
by Mary-Devon Dupuy
The Blue Nile Mardi Gras Costume Bazaar goes legal this Sunday, turning 21 and setting up an arrangment that the organizer said would avoid any entanglement with City Hall. Last year, the annual pre-Mardi Gras costume sale fell victim to Mayor Mitch’s Carnival permit crackdown. Without nonprofit sponsorship, the cost of such an event would total nearly $1,100, Bazaar founder Cree McCree told NoDef. But Threadhead Records has joined forces with the Blue Nile to make the bazaar possible.
Though the Bazaar is scheduled to go off without ruffling any boas, permitting has been no walk in the park. McCree said that she and Amy Potter, the president of THR who is currently in Jackson, Wyoming, have had their hands full emailing about legalities and faxing paperwork to get signatures.
“It’s not streamlined at all,” Mcree said of the city's process. “City Hall moves at a snail’s pace. It’s going to be taking up about three hours of my time, and that’s just in City Hall.” With all of the time and energy put into jumping through permit hoops, one has to assume that this year will be special.
All of the co founders, Ann Marie Popco, Oliver Manhattan, and Tracy Thomson were present in 2011, but the bust happened before they could make their champagne toast. So this year they will be back again to toast to 21 years of the Blue Nile Costume Bazaar.
“It’s a full house. The great thing is that everyone has such unique styles,” said Mcree, who referred to her own aesthetic as mostly whimsical, featuring “head pieces, doll bustiers, and a lot of baby faces.”
Thomson’s signature “too-too’s” will also be featured, and Mcree recommends mixing and matching to create the perfect Mardi Gras style. She is grateful for THR’s generosity in making this event possible for Halloween 2011 as well as Mardi Gras 2012.
The bazaar will feature thirteen designers offering handcrafted creations of costumes, masks, hats, headpieces, wigs, and more! If you want to support local recording artists and stock up on decadent Mardi Gras fashions, the event will take place at The Blue Nile (532 Frenchmen St.) on Sunday, February 12 from 12-5pm.
CORRECTION: Due to an editing error, this article erroneously stated that the cost to put on the Costume Bazaar would amount to $11,000. It would actually cost $1,100, according to Cree McCree. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Blue-Tail Fly (Made in Michigan Writers Series) PDF Blue-Tail Fly (Made in Michigan Writers Series) PDF By author Francis, Vievee last download was at 2017-01-15 01:30:48. This book is good alternative for Blue-Tail Fly. Download now for free or you can read online Blue-Tail Fly (Made in Michigan Writers Series) book.
Blue-tail Fly (Paperback) PDF Blue-tail Fly (Paperback) PDF By author Vievee Francis last download was at 2017-03-26 29:59:35. This book is good alternative for Blue-Tail Fly. Download now for free or you can read online Blue-tail Fly (Paperback) book.
Blue-Tail Fly [Edición Kindle] PDF Blue-Tail Fly [Edición Kindle] PDF By author Traditional last download was at 2017-01-17 29:26:57. This book is good alternative for Blue-Tail Fly. Download now for free or you can read online Blue-Tail Fly [Edición Kindle] book.
Blue-Tailed Horse - Skills Book (The Laidlaw Reading Program - Level 5) PDF Blue-Tailed Horse - Skills Book (The Laidlaw Reading Program - Level 5) PDF By author William Eller last download was at 2017-03-21 09:42:54. This book is good alternative for Blue-Tail Fly. Download now for free or you can read online Blue-Tailed Horse - Skills Book (The Laidlaw Reading Program - Level 5) book.
Blue-tailed horse: Skills book : [level 5] (The Laidlaw reading program) PDF Blue-tailed horse: Skills book : [level 5] (The Laidlaw reading program) PDF By author William Eller last download was at 2016-04-03 55:20:35. This book is good alternative for Blue-Tail Fly. Download now for free or you can read online Blue-tailed horse: Skills book : [level 5] (The Laidlaw reading program) book.
Blue-Tailed Horse: The Laidlaw Reading Program Level 5 PDF Blue-Tailed Horse: The Laidlaw Reading Program Level 5 PDF By author Eller, William; Hester, Kathleen B. last download was at 2017-02-10 33:50:18. This book is good alternative for Blue-Tail Fly. Download now for free or you can read online Blue-Tailed Horse: The Laidlaw Reading Program Level 5 book.
Blue-throated Hummingbird: Birds of North America species account PDF Blue-throated Hummingbird: Birds of North America species account PDF By author Sheri L. Williamson. last download was at 2016-08-19 42:06:02. This book is good alternative for Blue-Tail Fly. Download now for free or you can read online Blue-throated Hummingbird: Birds of North America species account book.
Blue-Throated Keeled Lizard PDF Blue-Throated Keeled Lizard PDF By author last download was at 2017-02-06 23:15:06. This book is good alternative for Blue-Tail Fly. Download now for free or you can read online Blue-Throated Keeled Lizard book. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Expelling White Heterosexuals from the News Business
By Cliff Kincaid
The media are once again going nuts over the fact that a state legislature has acted to protect Christians and their churches and businesses from the demands of various sexual minorities. As we have noted before, the power of the real one percent has enormous influence in the major media. The real one percent consists of the open and closeted homosexuals and their allies in positions of power in the major media, academia and the corporate world.
When they want to make an example of Indiana, North Carolina and now Mississippi, they can do so. It is something to behold. They have the ability to make an entire state look like a hotbed of homophobia and hate. The special rights of homosexuals and even “transgendered” people suddenly take precedence over the constitutional rights of religious believers.
What is being demanded is nothing less than the “right” of a man to dress up as a woman and invade the privacy of real women and girls in a ladies’ restroom. That is one of the “rights” that is at stake in what is happening in Mississippi. The legislature and the governor have rejected what is clearly perverted behavior and have affirmed the rights and privacy of those of who understand the science of DNA and biological differences.
Before Mississippi took center stage as the most villainous state, North Carolina was under attack because its legislature passed—and its governor signed—a bill known as the North Carolina Public Facilities and Security Act. It will prohibit men from using women’s restrooms, locker rooms and shower rooms.
Liberty Counsel, which is offering to defend the law in court, points out, “The North Carolina law was passed to maintain statewide uniformity and prevents abuse, such as has happened in other states. Recently, a 51-year-old cross-dressing male in Georgia entered the women’s restroom and exposed himself to women who were shocked and offended. In Minneapolis, a 15-year-old boy entered the girls’ locker room where five girls were in various stages of undress as they prepared for a basketball game. The boy looked around and disrobed in front of the frightened girls. When the girls and the parents complained, school authorities said they could not prevent boys from using the girls’ locker room because of the so-called ‘transgender’ policy.”
You don’t have to have a journalism degree to know that there’s something wrong with the journalism business, and understand that it’s dominated by special interest groups. One of the most powerful is the National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association, financed by all of the Big Media corporations.
In the past, our main worry as media critics was the influence of liberals and left-wing Democrats. Now we see a concerted push by sexual minorities, including men who dress like women, to assert their rights in the newsroom. They are already exercising influence over news coverage, but now want even more leverage over how the “news” is reported, and by whom.
The idea of concentrating on such elementary questions as who, what, when, where, why and how, is now considered old-fashioned journalism. Instead, the focus is on who reports the news, as they define it, and whether they are members of protected groups. Being white is not a protected class of people. White people are the villains, unless they identify as a member of a protected group. That leaves white heterosexuals as people who have to be demoted or dismissed.
Indeed, several so-called “journalism groups” have now gotten together to issue a joint statement urging newsrooms to “close the race and gender salary gaps.” I’ve read their statement and I am still at a loss to explain how skin color or one’s gender or sexual preference is critical to journalistic skills.
But one thing is certain: whiteness is considered a cancer in the newsroom.
“As representatives of more than 7,000 journalists of color across America, we are pleased that The Wall Street Journal and its parent company Dow Jones have pledged to close the race and gender salary gaps among their employees, as reported by the Washington Post on March 25,” they say in their statement. “But we will remain vigilant until those inequities are remedied—not just at The Journal, but in all newsrooms.”
Indeed, whiteness is such a cancer in the newsroom that a “remedy” is needed. These white people have to be put in their place. They must be cut down to size.
The story in the Post cited union data as having “revealed that white men make significantly more money than everyone else at publications owned by Dow Jones & Co.” The assumption seems to be that these white men do not deserve more money. Do they? Have they been there longer? Are they more productive? Are they better writers and editors?
All that I see is a conclusion that because they are white, they are not entitled to higher wages.
It appears that these white men are guilty of discrimination as charged, simply because they are white. That sounds like discrimination to me.
The groups protesting the position of the white male in journalism include:
Asian American Journalists Association
Native American Journalists Association
National Association of Black Journalists
National Association of Hispanic Journalists
National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association
Journalists for Diversity
Don’t get the impression that because the name of the last group includes the word “diversity” that diversity of thought and opinion is important to these people. They are talking about “diversity” of appearance or behavior. None of this has anything to do with how you do your job as a journalist.
In their statement, they say, “We urge all news organizations to conduct their own inquiries about pay and ensure that hard working journalists are being paid fairly and equitably, regardless of color or gender.” Perhaps they should have conducted this research before spouting off. Where is the evidence that hard work is not paying off? Where is the evidence that journalists are being denied opportunities because they are black or gay?
It doesn’t really matter what the evidence shows. The evidence is irrelevant. What matters is your color or sexual orientation. This is what journalism has become.
Hence, the National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association (NLGJA) just held a national fundraiser in New York City sponsored by Fox News, NBC, CNN, CBS News and ABC News, among others.
You may have thought these news organizations were in competition with one another. That’s what they want you to believe. But when it comes to promoting the homosexual agenda, including the “rights” of transgenders, they are on the same page. That’s why the coverage of these sexual issues by so many news organizations that seem to differ in their ideological orientation is in fact similar in bias and approach. The real one percent is in charge and growing stronger by the day. They are now determined to expel normal, white heterosexuals from the newsroom.
Cliff Kincaid is the Director of the AIM Center for Investigative Journalism, and can be contacted at [email protected]]]> | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
SJ Bradley
There are presently no open calls for submissions.
The Walter Swan Short Story Prize is being run in partnership with Leeds Big Bookend and the Northern Short Story Festival.
Entry is open to anyone over the age of 18, but you may only enter once. There is no theme and entries can be on any subject.Word limit is 2,000 words. We regret that we will not read updated versions of the same story. Please only send us your story once.
Entries must be your own work, and must not have been published elsewhere.The
deadline for entries is October 6th 2017. All longlisted writers will
have been contacted by March 2018 at the latest. All entrants will
receive an automated response from Submittable confirming their entry
has been received.
The longlisting process is anonymous. Please
format your entry in Times New Roman in 12 point font, and make sure
your name does not appear anywhere on your entry. Submittable allows us
to match up writers to their work after the judging has taken place.
Entries that do not conform to these rules will be disqualified. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
KIRKUS REVIEW
Short stories focusing mainly on Marr’s previous novel series crowd out other interesting tales in this uneven collection.
Beginning with an intriguing vampire tale and an affecting love story involving seal-people ("selchies"), the author continues by using most of the book for a multi-chaptered novella plus more stories that deal directly with her earlier Wicked Lovely series but never provides any exposition for them. Instead, these stories, comprising about two-thirds of the book, demand knowledge of her already created faerie world. Absent that knowledge, the faerie stories, especially the novella, are virtually incomprehensible. Two or three have tenuous plot lines, but most appear to be filling in possible loose ends from the series. Other, much shorter stories provide better impact, especially “Flesh for Comfort,” a nicely creepy tale. However, one wonders why the standalone stories have been included here. Wouldn’t a final addition to the series and a separate short-story book have served readers better? Add to that the author’s fondness for italicizing emphatic statements and such eccentric sentences as, “The tangles of panic and fear and guilt hit Irial like an unwelcome banquet,” and readers will understand another of her statements: “Excess is normalcy.”
Be the first to discover new talent!
Each week, our editors select the one author and one book they believe to be most worthy of your attention and highlight them in our Pro Connect email alert.
Sign up here to receive your FREE alerts. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
FANTASY FOCUS: Player rankings and more draft prep
August 28, 2014
Written by BRIAN LIRETTE and MARK MEEKER
Labor Day is around the corner. Summer is coming to an end. Many of us fantasy football fanatics have our league drafts this weekend.
Our draft is a day-long affair every Sunday on Labor Day weekend. We have a full slate of events, beginning with the draft in the morning. Immediately following the draft we have a rib competition, with four league managers competing in this fiercely contested cook-off. A card tournament is next on our itinerary. The winner earns bragging rights for the calendar year among other assets.
Many of us morph into fantasy prognosticators throughout the day, critiquing each other’s teams as we enjoy our favorite beverages. Along the way, rivalries are born and renewed as the managers discuss rosters and draft results. Bold predictions and bravado fill the air as the draft ends well after the sun goes down.
As we prep for our draft, we take a look at position rankings. There are all kinds of rankings out there, so we took a stab at our own. Scoring systems for fantasy football are league dependent. Please note these rankings are based on a points per reception (PPR) format. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Choosing the right type for your designs can be one of the hardest parts of your job as a digital designer. There are thousands of fonts available and the choices can be overwhelming. With more than 2,400 fonts, the Adobe Type Library represents one of the largest and most respected collections of top-quality type available. This comprehensive guide makes it easy to select fonts for purchase from Adobe’s vast library at www.adobe.com.
The Adobe Type Library Reference Book:
• Demonstrates the distinguishing characteristics of different type styles
• Explains the ins and outs of type innovations such as OpenType®
• Offers type inspiration and type selection
• Organizes type alphabetically and by style
• Shows the characters for each typeface, plus useful reference charts with standard character sets for Windows® and Mac OS® | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Manchester City travel to Blackburn and try to put the week's events behind them. Adam Johnson starts to do that just before the hour when he puts them ahead. Just three minutes later a deft touch from a leaping Mario Balotelli makes it 2-0
Wolves players appeal for a penalty in the first half after Steven Taylor had fouled Jamie O'Hara but an adamant Mark Halsey shows them the incident actually took place, outside the area. Replays showed he was wrong and that Wolves should have had a penalty
Nicklas Bendtner pulls a goal back for Sunderland after two early goals by James Morrison and Shane Long gave West Brom the advantage. Two minutes later an Ahmed Elmohamady header put the Black Cats level and that's how it stayed | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
I am now inside a undertaking for making six pack, to start with i searched for basic approaches. Trianers laughed at me. Now every single morning and night i am working so tricky to realize my goal. Though it truly is painful, I'm sure i will get results shortly.
To the Statements Tribunal in the neighborhood restrictions of whose jurisdiction the claimant resides or carries on organization or
two) Alert the CEOs and traders who help in the process that they are Similarly accountable and shall be handled as “terrorists.
Final Place: In my See NONE of the Black dollars Holder suffered It's because , he doesn’t keep The cash in the shape of forex. only in the form of Belongings or gold or farms or small business industry. So my friends be sure to don't comply with blindly modies views, Imagine just before wrighting some detail.
Anyhow, this is simply not The very first time that demonetisation was carried out, then why ppl are harping on this n blaming modiji although not on Pappu the most important beneficiary by using his sycophant supporters?
“even though it is thought to be an try to eradicate black funds, “clever men and women obtain means around it.” One of the techniques they do This really is by dividing their hoard into smaller parts, So rendering it simpler to Trade. A different is by changing it into gold, rendering it Substantially more difficult to capture.”
Mr. Modi. In India frequent Guys renowned what is correct and what is wrong for them, the result they like to face inside ancient aliens of a Que in front of a Bank/ATM for several hours although not preventing in the street for money.
Sixty-6 million years ago, only 13 per cent of Earth's area contained adequate natural and organic content to generate this doomsday soot, the authors concluded in the new examine. Had the asteroid strike the other 87 % of Earth, Kaiho explained, "I do think dinosaurs might be alive nowadays."
Offering sufficient payment to victims of highway accidents without heading into long drawn technique
Consequently ,I hopefully request you to definitely take action about this and make the concered authorities to wash the nalis and make environment genuinely clean up. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Title:
PRESIDENT BUSH INVENTS YET ANOTHER REASON HE COULD IMPOSE MARTIAL
LAW UNDER MILITARY RULE
Resources to aid your Understanding
Subtitle: Avian Bird Flu is the current worry of this President, a concern
he proposes to solve by imposing a quarantine amidst \military rule! The President
has just tipped his hand! "If this were
a dictatorship, it'd be a heck of a lot easier, just so long as I'm the dictator."
(President-elect
Bush, to Congress, Aired December 18, 2000)
The New World Order is coming! Are you ready? Once you understand what this
New World Order really is, and how it is being gradually implemented, you will
be able to see it progressing in your daily news!!
Learn how
to protect yourself, your loved ones!
Stand by for insights so startling you
will never look at the news the same way again.
The
wording on this "Dictatorship" Illuminati
Card Game card is very revealing. Listen: "Play
this card during your turn, on any nation which you control. This is an action
for that nation or its master. The target is now a dictatorship. It gets +2
power. It becomes violent, if it was not already."
Did you catch the condition of the country which has just gone
under the yoke of a dictatorship? "It becomes violent, if
it was not already."
Keep this in mind as you read President Bush's proposal to impose
military control to enforce a quarantine made "necessary" by the
Avian Bird Flu.
"WASHINGTON -- President George W. Bush, increasingly concerned
about a possible avian flu pandemic, revealed Tuesday that any part of the
country where the virus breaks out could likely be quarantined and that he
is considering using the military to enforce it. 'The best way to deal with
a pandemic is to isolate it and keep it isolated in the region in which it
begins', he said during a wide-ranging Rose Garden news conference'."
The Illuminati has such a great desire to establish military
control over this country that they have advanced a number of reasons they
would impose such a rule. In addition to proposing that he would use military
force to enforce a "quarantine" (read Martial Law with Military
Patrol Zones), the President knows that he can impose military patrol zones
and Martial Law on the following other grounds, using NORTHCOM as the command
structure.
1) If the United States is hit with a second major natural disaster
within 6 months -- Codenamed Operation Ophelia
3) If the United States suffers a detonation of a nuclear weapon
in a metropolitan area - (Ibid.)
(NOTE: If a nuclear device is detonated in an American city,
you must realize that the perpetrator was the Illuminati, for satellites of
both Russia and America have been able to precisely locate every single nuclear
device on earth, even those encased in lead. When you read our archived article
-- NEWS1938
-- you will realize it is impossible for terrorists to bring a nuclear device
into this country and move it anywhere without our satellites detecting it.
So precisely can satellites track a warhead being moved, American authorities
can see which exit(s) the terrorists are taking as they move down the freeway.
Thus, it is manifestly impossible for "terrorists" to maneuver a
nuclear device into place anywhere in America).
Remember that our government can now legally impose Martial
Law upon any portion of the United States for four reasons, as listed above.
Keep this in mind, for we shall return to this subject at the very end of
this article.
Now, let us return to our featured news story.
"The president was asked if his recent talk of giving the
military the lead in responding to large natural disasters such as Hurricane
Katrina and other catastrophes was in part the result of his concerns that
state and local personnel aren't up to the task of a flu outbreak. 'Yes',
he replied." (Ibid.)
Now, notice how the deliberate "bungling" of the Federal
Government through FEMA is playing into the President's hands to get more
power.
"After the bungled initial federal response to Katrina,
Bush suggested putting the Pentagon in charge of search-and-rescue efforts
in times of a major terrorist attack or similarly catastrophic natural disaster.
He has argued that the armed forces have the ability to quickly mobilize the
equipment, manpower and communications capabilities needed in times of crisis.
But such a shift could require a change in law, and some in Congress and the
states worry it would increase the power of the federal government at the
expense of local control."
Truer words were never spoken! All the controls and barriers
which have served this country so well for over 100 years to prevent a dictatorial
government from forming, protections which delegated all matters to the states
which the Constitution did not specifically give to the Federal Government.
Among those protections was Posse' Comitatus, which forbade the use of regular
armed forces against civilians, and today we hear a lot about the President
asking Congress to change that law or eliminate it altogether!
One newspaper article succinctly stated the obvious reality
which would be quickly imposed should President Bush decide to enforce a quarantine
with military troops. Read carefully.
"WASHINGTON - Are Americans ready for armed soldiers patrolling
the streets of their cities after a terrorist attack or natural disaster?
Decades ago, the answer would have been a shocked 'no!' But after Hurricanes
Katrina and Rita, the answer is 'maybe'. A post-Civil War law called the Posse
Comitatus Act bans the military from engaging in civilian law enforcement.
But this past week President Bush began a discussion with his advisers, Secretary
of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, military leaders, and a few members of Congress
on whether the law should be changed to give the president authority to dispatch
soldiers to any natural disaster site immediately.'
"After Katrina struck, and TV crews filmed lawlessness
on the streets of New Orleans, many Americans demanded that national troops
be sent in to restore order ... White House spokesman Scott McClellan said,
'When you have a severe catastrophic event like a Hurricane Katrina, you need
to have the authority, a trigger to allow for the military to assume full
responsibility for the immediate response in order to stabilize the situation
and then step back and let others assume control' ... The Posse Comitatus
law, passed in 1878, has been modified since then. There are exceptions to
the ban on use of federal troops domestically authorized by the Constitution
and Congress. The Coast Guard is legally used in the fight against drug smugglers.
The Army may give technical assistance to civilian law-enforcement agencies.
The Navy may provide planes. And the National Guard is not prohibited from
engaging in civilian law enforcement unless it has been federalized by the
president. In recent years, military troops have been stationed for patrol
in rioting neighborhoods in big cities because that is considered a 'passive'
use. Soldiers are not supposed to arrest citizens, which is considered an
'active' use of the military ... Now the debate has gone public, and there
is no partisan consensus."
The first steps of the Six-Step Attitudinal Change Plan have
now been implemented. The President has officially proposed that he be allowed
to immediately send in military forces to deal with massive destruction like
that caused by Hurricane Katrina. One can only assume he would do this after
he Federalized the National Guard, thus taking control of those forces from
the governor of the affected state(s).
Posse Comitatus has served as a bulwark against Federal military
control, a prospect which has terrified Conservatives since the days of Franklin
D. Roosevelt. Now, President Bush is proposing that such bulwark protection
be abolished or watered down so badly as to be ineffective. Truly, our liberties
are under attack as never before in American history.
But, there is more to this story than meets the eye.
DIVIDING AMERICA INTO MILITARY PATROL ZONES
Look carefully at this map, created during the 1952 Bilderberger
Meeting. Notice that all sovereign nations of the world have been divided
into individual military patrol zones. Then, notice that each formerly sovereign
nation of the world is going to be ruled by foreign troops! America is to
be divided into five military patrol zones.
Let us now examine the troops that are to be stationed in North
America according to this 1952 plan.
1. Northeast -- Colombian and Venezuelan troops
2. Southern America all the way to California -- Russian troops.
The line begins at Virginia and goes straight West to the border of California.
Foreign troops would be in total control of the entire North
American continent. No sizeable American troops would be allowed in this country.
Then, what needs to happen to the 1,146,959 American troops that used to be
stationed in this country? They will either have to be disbanded or deployed
overseas. Since the days of President Clinton, American troops have continually
been sent overseas. Today, American G.I.'s are stationed in over 120 spots
throughout the world, in addition to being tied down in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Our military is truly stretched very thin. Let us go back for a moment to
the Raiders Updates article, above, to address this very problem.
"A major argument being raised against the idea of abandoning
the Posse Comitatus prohibition is the Pentagon's own admission that its armed
forces are stretched thin. With a large deployment in Iraq and thousands of
soldiers still in Afghanistan, many worry that there are not enough soldiers
for foreign and domestic use. National Guard troops in record numbers are
being deployed to Iraq to fill the void." (Ibid.)
Precisely! Remember what Henry Kissinger said so many years
ago:
"Today, Americans would be outraged if U.N. forces entered
Los Angeles to restore order. Tomorrow, they will be greeted."
A more succinct statement of this part of the New World Order
Plan is not possible! Henry Kissinger has just stated the full and complete
Plan for his listeners, but since most Americans do not know this part of
the Plan, Kissinger's remarks flew right above the heads of most.
Do not be deceived: the United States is not only going to voluntarily
give up its sovereignty, its leadership is going to voluntarily allow foreign
troops to enter so as to impose military rule! Foreign troops are planned
to patrol America once the military patrol zones have been set up to combat
the deliberately created crises gripping the country. Since Cutting Edge has
known this for years, our only question was under what conditions would they
be introduced? And, which foreign troops would be the first to arrive?
One thing is certain: once the first foreign troops are invited
on to American soil, and actually are deployed here, discerning Americans
should know with certainty that the final parts of the plan are very close
to being implemented. Listen to the following news story which reported that
elite Dutch and Mexican marines landed in Texas following Hurricane Katrina.
"Sep. 9--ONBOARD THE ARM PAPALOAPAN -- - The Marines have
landed in Biloxi -- the Mexican Marines. And Dutch Marines as well. For the
first time since the 19th Century, Mexican troops landed Friday on U.S. soil,
sent from the Mexican Navy ship ARM Papaloapan anchored near the USS Bataan.
The Mexican ship's name means, 'River of Butterflies'. Marines from Mexico,
Holland and the U.S. are part of an international Hurricane Katrina cleanup
effort building up on ships about 20 miles offshore in the Gulf of Mexico.
Four Canadian ships are on the way."
Now, notice who authorized these foreign troops on to our soil:
" 'Our President called George Bush and three days later
we came here', said Oscar Martinez Pretelin, a fleet or admiral rank officer
aboard the Papaloapan, a 440-foot-long U.S.-built troop landing ship ... The
Dutch ship, the Van Amstel, is a heavily armed frigate that was pulled off
a drug patrol near Aruba after Katrina struck on Aug. 29. The Van Amstel's
Lt. Commander Henk Suurveld, the ship's second in command, said his men will
patrol the bay to make sure pleasure craft don't interfere with military rescue
operations. A contingent of about 70 Dutch Marines also landed on the beach
in Biloxi Thursday to clean up neighborhoods." (Ibid.)
3) If the United States suffers a detonation of a nuclear weapon
in a metropolitan area - (Ibid.)
4) If the United States suffers from an outbreak of Avian Flu
Why would our leaders create four different scenarios by which
they can legally impose Martial Law? Any one of these disasters would seem
sufficient to clamp down Martial Law throughout the country. However, upon
certain review, maybe Martial Law is not planned to be clamped down all across
the country all at once. American patriots had always considered that nationwide
Martial Law would be imposed all at once, with one disaster causing it.
However, what if the Illuminati was planning a gradual implementation
of Martial Law, based upon several disasters? For example:
1) West Coast might have Martial Law imposed because the third
"prediction" of FEMA (major earthquake on the San Andreas Fault)
had just occurred. Perhaps Martial Law might be declared in California and
nearby Nevada and Utah. At this point, the rest of the country would not be
under Martial Law.
2) If Oregon were to suffer a tidal wave (NEWS2076),
the states of Oregon and Washington could be brought into Martial Law. At
this point, only California, Utah, Nevada, and the Pacific Northwest would
be under military rule; the rest of the country would not be under Martial
Law.
3) If the area around the CDC laboratories -- which
recreated the deadly Spanish Flu in 2003 -- were to suddenly
suffer an outbreak of Avian Bird Flu, Martial Law could be declared in the
Southeast. At this point, the Southeast, the Southwest and the Northwest could
be under Martial Law, while the rest of the country is not -- yet.
4) If an atomic device is set off in New York City, the entire
northern portion of the East Coast could be declared under Martial Law. After
all, radioactivity could be declared a danger from Washington, DC, to Maine.
People will believe it, since few of them would ever check to see if radioactivity
would really spread that far.
5) If aliens land in Denver and/or Chicago, Martial Law could
be declared in the northern middle section of the country.
According to this proposed scenario, Martial Law might be declared
piecemeal, not all at once. This strategy might defuse any attempt by patriots
groups to take their 100 million guns to the streets to oppose the government
takeover. From 1933-1939, Adolf Hitler faced the danger of organized militiamen
-- veterans of World War I -- who had committed themselves to militarily oppose
any attempt by Hitler to impose nationwide dictatorship; therefore, Adolf
carefully took piecemeal steps, none of which alarmed the militia groups so
much that they sprang into action. In fact, that time of action never came
and Hitler took dictatorial powers without any significant opposition from
the veteran German militia leaders.
Might we see the same scenario unfolding here? Yes, we just
might, and that may be the reason we have at least 4 different scenarios which
could trigger the imposition of Martial Law. Clearly, though, America has
slipped into the last stages of this military dictatorship plan, which is
why we are continually.
Are you spiritually ready? Is your family? Are you adequately
protecting your loved ones? This is the reason for this ministry, to enable
you to first understand the peril facing you, and then help you develop strategies
to warn and protect your loved ones. Once
you have been thoroughly trained, you can also use your knowledge as a means
to open the door of discussion with an unsaved person. I have been able to
use it many times, and have seen people come to Jesus Christ as a result.
These perilous times are also a time when we can reach many souls for Jesus
Christ, making an eternal difference.
If you have accepted Jesus Christ
as your personal Savior, but have been very lukewarm in your spiritual walk with
Him, you need to immediately ask Him for forgiveness and for renewal. He will
instantly forgive you, and fill your heart with the joy of the Holy Spirit. Then,
you need to begin a daily walk of prayer and personal Bible Study.
If
you have never accepted Jesus Christ as Savior, but have come to realize His reality
and the approaching End of the Age, and want to accept His FREE Gift of Eternal
Life, you can also do so now, in the privacy of your home. Once you accept Him
as Savior, you are spiritually Born Again, and are as assured of Heaven as if
you were already there. Then, you can rest assured that the Kingdom of Antichrist
will not touch you spiritually.
If you would like to become
Born Again, turn to our Salvation Page now.
We hope you have been blessed by this ministry, which seeks
to educate and warn people, so that they can see the coming New World Order --
Kingdom of Antichrist -- in their daily news. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Ticket Bills Rebuffed In Florida Legislature Again
Two ‘Ticket Wars’ bills on restrictive ticketing have been tabled as the 2015 Florida Legislature Session winds down. Widely supported by several major league franchises, the bills were seen as an opportunity for Ticketmaster to create a closed market system, thereby controlling both the primary and secondary.
Senate Bill 1142 hasn’t made it through its committees, but House Bill 463 has, and received a first reading on the floor of the Florida House of Representatives. Both of these bills are off-springs of House Bill 163, which received a 115-0 vote in the House in 2013, but died in Senate Committee.
Florida Legislature’s Annual ‘Ticket Wars’ Battle
Florida Ticket Brokers Association President Jimmy Siegendorf said that he’s experienced state lobbying and legislative efforts against the secondary market industry in at least 6 of the 10 years he’s operated his ticket reselling business Premium Seats USA.
Siegendorf said Florida is a state where precedence in law can have a national affect and credits Ticketmaster of riding the coat tails of a small box office association which has been advocating for secondary market changes.
“They keep coming back, we keep opposing it. These committee meetings are ridiculous, especially how much opposition there is against these bills. People are 80 percent against Ticketmaster,” he said. “But then, the power of politics allows the bills to pass through committee unanimously. These bills this past year went through three of the House committees, passed through two of three Senate committees, before we were able to successfully keep it off the legislative agenda.”
Siegendorf said his association’s strategy has been to work with the bill’s sponsors, to come out with regulations that benefit, not harm the industry.
“There are good intentions by some of the parties involved and we worked very hard on a compromise, but it didn’t have the momentum to go forward,” Siegendorf said. “Going through this process, you have consumers getting educated, lawmakers who are season ticket holders, and as they get educated, we have an opportunity to sit down, explain our side of the story, on how it makes a lot of sense in affecting my business. What I’m hopeful for is that eventually, we’ll have some protections like they do in Colorado and New York for season ticket holders.”
The State of The Secondary Is At Stake
The main motivations of Ticketmaster, venues, promoters and professional sports franchises is not consumer protection, Siegendorf said. It’s about capturing and monopolizing marketshare.
“They very much have a clear understanding of what the secondary market is about,” Siegendorf said. “The true intentions of this legislation is about giving primary sellers great control over the secondary market, and keeping it for themselves. Ticketmaster has their hands in both cookie jars, and I don’t think that consumers, or lawmakers, understand that Ticketmaster is playing in both sandboxes.”
The issue of ticket brokers using ‘bots’ to circumvent purchasing windows and devouring all of the available tickets for an on-sale date of a concert is eroneous, Siegendorf said.
“I don’t personally know anyone who is using bots. It’s already illegal here in Florida, something that passed a few years ago that the FTBA supported,” Siegendorf said. “It’s not good for the consumer, it’s not good for me trying to buy tickets. I think those things were addressed recently in a settlement with the F.T.C. (Federal Trade Commission) and most of those transactions represent a very insignificant amount of the total transactions in the marketplace.”
Despite this, Siegendorf doesn’t expect Florida’s lawmakers to end the ‘ticket wars’ simply because the clock ran out on the 2015 Legislative Session.
“I have no reason to believe, looking back at history, that we won’t be back doing this again next year,” he said.
Seeing Ticketmaster As A Monopoly
One of the advocates for Siegendorf’s position is not a ticket broker, but a Tampa Bay businessman named Frank Wuco, who simply caught wind of the story through local press, and found the entire thing bizarre. Then he recalled how many times he’d be stuck with concert tickets himself.
He sees Ticketmaster’s support of the two bills in the Florida Legislature as a monopolistic control of the marketplace.
“It controls the entire market and Ticketmaster knows that. Really, it is no different from saying that if you purchase a brand new car, and you want to sell the car, a few months down the road, you can’t,” Wuco said. “You either have to bring the car to the wrecking yard to have it destroyed, or you have to give it back to the car company and only they can resell it. It’s really absurd.”
Wuco also doesn’t buy the entire Ticketmaster ‘bot’ enforcement argument for state laws being passed either.
“It strikes me as odd that Ticketmaster is putting itself out there as both the wholesaler, retailer the commerce arm, and the enforcement arm for the industry,” Wuco said. “All of the concern that they have about cyber robots coming into their site when a concert is announced and snatching up all of their tickets. Right now, today with modern technology, defeating robots is really one of the easiest things for a cyber security person can do. Ticketmaster can well afford the simple technology required to defeat ‘bot’ buyers.”
The whole notion of a buyer not owning their ticket is something that Wuco considers laughable.
“From my standpoint, as a purchaser of a ticket, I say absolutely, we own that ticket,” Wuco said. “That is too many lawyers getting involved inside of a huge company like Ticketmaster and crafting an argument that protects their interests. And it’s just completely unrealistic. Once you’re spending this much time explaining that something like a concert ticket is a license and its not just a ticket that allows you entrance into a venue to watch a concert that’s when you know its come off the rails of reason. Because you are actually crafting an argument where one was never necessary before. I can transfer my G.I. Bill to my children, I can transfer it to my wife, but I can’t transfer the use of a Backstreet Boy or One Direction concert ticket to someone else?”
By creating laws which allow Ticketmaster to become the sole primary and secondary option in the marketplace, that can have devastating effects on ticket revenue overall. It creates a system in which the primary market also acts as a secondary, hindering the ability to showcase true market demand for the ticket product.
A system which is inherently focused on removing the original buyer option out of the primary market, favoring the secondary, in order to create a sell-out where no one exists, transforms ticket sales into a false-positive. It allows the primary reseller to shift seat inventory to the secondary, charging a higher premium price on the secondary, thereby reducing the ability of the general consumer to gain access to tickets are the original, lower price.
Wuco cites the amount of resources that Ticketmaster is placing on lobbying state legislatures as a sign that their priorities on less on consumer protection through restrictive ticketing, more on control of the marketplace.
“Ticketmaster with the amount of money that they have, that they are putting into this, getting legislation put through these various state houses, is not cheap,” Wuco said. The amount of money that is spent on lawyers, lobbyists, and the administrative costs of sponsoring and supporting legislation in all 50 states is phenomenal. For a fraction of what Ticketmaster spends on that lobbying, they can easily install and combat against.”
What Ticketmaster is doing goes against the bedrock of free commerce, Wuco said.
TM’s Multi-Leveled Monopoly Play
“Even the sports tickets, you have an entire venue, or leagues, that are in bed with Ticketmaster, it becomes a monopoly on top of monopoly. These aren’t just simple monopolies, they span multiple verticals of commerce,” Wuco said. “A huge swath of the founding documents of this country had to do about commerce. This completely flies in the face of it. The public is just not aware of it, I don’t think.”
Echoing Wuco’s charge against Ticketmaster’s monopoly is a 2012 New York Times Op-Ed by The American Anti-Trust Institute President Albert A. Foer, Who Owns My Ticket, questioned Ticketmaster’s ability to control the secondary market as a good thing.
“Ticketmaster says its restrictions on the resale and “gifting” of its paperless tickets act as safeguards against various practices: scalping; the bulk purchasing of tickets by automated software bots; and the use of counterfeit, stolen or lost tickets.”
“But in reality, the restrictions represent an effort to control the secondary-ticketing market and stifle competition from independent resellers and resale marketplaces like StubHub, where tickets are often sold for less than face value. (The American Antitrust Institute, of which I am president, received a modest contribution, in the form of sponsorship of a conference last year, from an advocacy group financed in part by StubHub.) Paperless tickets bought through Ticketmaster may be resold, for example, only through its own resale Web site, which often prohibits sales below face value, sets maximum sale prices and charges a fee for transfers.”
The argument can be made that Ticketmaster already controls so much access that the entire marketplace is vertical, with only a few independent sellers left on the secondary market, Wuco said.
“Ticketmaster has already eliminated the competition to such a huge degree that there its an unimaginable that a smaller competitor can come up,” Wuco said. What about the little guy who wants to compete by selling tickets? Those little guys don’t stand a chance. There only is the secondary market where that happens. On the primary market, you don’t get in, you don’t to the game unless through Ticketmaster. They don’t just control ticket sales, they control access to an entirely new market vertical. Then things get really problematic for the argument.” | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Google acquires Relay Media for its AMP converting tech to ramp up its mobile effort
AMP — Google’s collaborative project to speed up the loading time for mobile web pages — is getting an interesting acceleration of its own today. Relay Media, a company founded by an ex-Googler that had developed technology to help covert web pages to the AMP format, has been acquired by Google.
The company announced the news on its home page, to its customers (one of whom tipped the news to us), and on its LinkedIn page. We have reached out to Google to get a statement and will update this post as we learn more.
For now, what we know is that it looks like Google may be closing down Relay Media as part of the deal but will continue to operate the service as the tech is transferred to Google’s platform, but new publisher onboarding will be put on hold for the time being.
“We’re excited to announce that Google has acquired Relay Media’s AMP Converter technology,” the company writes. “Service for current customers will continue uninterrupted as we transition the Relay Media AMP Converter to Google’s infrastructure. We’re pausing new publisher onboarding as we focus on the integration effort.”
The note to existing users had only slightly more detail: some contact addresses for support and the indication that new AMP features would continue to be supported with Relay Media’s converter for now, although also with a warning: “There’s no detailed roadmap for how the Converter may evolve over time, but we can assure you that if there’s a material change, you’ll get at least 90 days advance notice so that you can plan accordingly.” Those who continue to use it are now subject to Google’s terms of service and privacy policy.
It’s an interesting development for AMP, which Google has been building over the last couple of years as it looks for ways to show that the mobile web remains a viable alternative to building native apps. (Why? Because Google makes a lot of revenues from mobile search, so more people opting to use apps means less people opting for Google’s mobile search.)
Originally aimed at publications on the web, AMP has more recently extended to e-commerce and other kinds of online content. Google earlier this year said was used on over 2 billion AMP pages covering some 900,000 domains.
The promise of AMP is that pages using the coding can load twice as fast as regular pages, leading to less abandonment by those trying to visit them.
The downside for publishers is that they have less control over how those pages look and can be monetised. One criticism has been that AMP pages (and their counterparts on other sites like Facebook’s Instant Articles) essentially take readers away from publishers’ own domains, and on to Google domains, and so the traffic becomes harder to measure.
The fact that Relay Media has been acquired now by Google is not too much of a surprise: I’m not sure longer term whether a business model offering a standalone conversion technology to run pages in AMP was as viable as simply being a part of the bigger platform for which the conversion was originally intended.
Relay Media’s co-founder and CEO David Gehring still lists Relay as his employer on his LinkedIn profile. Others from the startup are already noting new roles at Google. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
How Epic Games Is Putting Power of Unreal Engine 4 Into More Hands Than Ever
Epic Games announced today a new licensing program for Unreal Engine 4 and expanded support for Android. We think this move will revolutionize game development by making their state-of-the-art game engine accessible to a vast number of game developers.
Epic’s previous engine, Unreal Engine 3, defined an entire generation of games on console and PC, with more than 300 games to date based on it.
UE4 is now poised to do the same thing for the next generation of games, not only on high-end PCs, but on mobile devices as well.
NVIDIA and Epic have a long history of collaboration. In fact, UE4 is optimized for NVIDIA GPUs and mobile chips.
“Epic developed Unreal Engine 4 on NVIDIA hardware, and it looks and runs best on GeForce,” says Tim Sweeney, founder, CEO and technical director of Epic Games.
Together with Epic, we’ve incorporated support for NVIDIA GameWorks directly into Unreal Engine 4 making it easier for UE4 licensees to take advantage of our technology. NVIDIA Gameworks libraries are designed to help developers create a wide variety of special effects, such as more realistic clothing or destruction, and now these effects are available to every developer with a UE4 license.
“Daylight,” the upcoming UE4 game by Zombie Studios, is the first example is what is possible with NVIDIA GameWorks and Unreal Engine 4.
Now, that technology can be used to build games on more devices than ever, thanks to UE4’s support for the Android operating system. NVIDIA and Epic have already shown UE4 demos running on Tegra K1.
These aren’t “mobile” demos, even though they’re running on a mobile device. They are, in fact, UE4 demos written for the PC, which Epic uses to demonstrate engine capabilities. That’s right, on Tegra K1, you can run the same content and the same engine using the OpenGL 4.3 API and on the Android OS.
And now, the same engine, including source code used to create all of the amazing UE4 demos you’ve seen, is available to anyone who wants to create high-end, multi-platform game content.
At NVIDIA, our mission is to redefine the state of the art in visual computing. Epic Games is committed to the same goal. Together, our two companies have worked together to make incredible graphical experiences possible.
Today, you can purchase a GeForce GTX 750, with almost 1.6teraflops of rendering horsepower for $150. And now, thanks to Epic Games, you can also get the most advanced game engine ever, one that includes NVIDIA PhysX, for $19 a month.
Never before has it been so easy to acquire the tools you need to make a game. So what are you waiting for? Go out, and make something Unreal.
btw nvidia love what ur doing with tegra i only ask that u have them port Borderlands 2 to TK1 as well as saints row 4
Brian Caulfield
Thanks, I’ll pass along your feedback!
Brian Caulfield
Old school ;-).
Tyler
In a phone market saturated by Snapdragon processors, will see the K1 come to any devices outside of a new shield and tegra 7 tablet? This sort of tech is only good if it gets in the consumers hands.
Shaheed Waddy
thank you….. oh and tell them that those nvidia cupcakes should be an official product ;^)
Dampf
No AMD, price, no me. Sorry, will go with Cryengine.
Lars Mueller
After years of waiting and antialiasing and so things going step, step this is like the new hardware generation on absolute acceptable level. NVIDIA created G-Sync in combination with the power of the now available hardware makes such engines the smoothest just to love gaming experience. HD Gaming is better than any TV and NVIDIA is just the best. Thanks NVIDIA for creating all the things u create.
Brian Caulfield
Can’t comment on rumors, speculation, and stuff that may or may not yet be announced, etc.
Brian Caulfield
Thanks for the feedback.
Brian Caulfield
They’re delicious, but I’m not sure if they’re compatible with PCI Express. 😉
Brian Caulfield
Thanks for the feedback!
Tyler
Of course, guess I should have been more clear. What are nvidia’s plan for these k1 processors? Is the goal more to be seen in more devices than your own? I like that you guys are pushing performance in the mobile space but it doesn’t help if the install base is too low that it doesn’t make sense for a developer to target the platform. How do you plan to get OEMS on board?
GRAWSLAVE
Mr. Brian, GeForce GTX 750 is enough to play “well” with Unreal Engine 4 ?
Is good to develop for PS4 and XBOX One ? Many thanks in advance.: | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Ahoy mateys and welcome to the Game Buoy podcast, your twice monthly port of call for gaming news and views that may not be on your radar, but definitely should be! On this super-sized episode, recorded on Saturday, December 29-Sunday, December 30, 2012, Captain Spike and Slagkick celebrate Mega Man‘s 25th anniversary and take one last look at 2012 in gaming.
Captain Spike and Slagkick celebrate the Blue Bomber’s 25th anniversary by looking back at the series and particularly how various iterations brought new ideas and concepts to the franchise and to platform gaming in general. Particular focus is given to Mega Man, Mega Man 2, Mega Man 3, Mega Man 4, Mega Man X, Mega Man 9, and Mega Man 10. The Podcast Pirates also discuss Street Fighter X Mega Man and its shortcomings, but also how its success could shape the future of the franchise. Also, Captain Spike gives a rundown of the rest of this prolific series, giving his recommendations for games to play and games to avoid. Finally, the Podcast Pirates look at the current state of the franchise and what the future might hold for our favorite robot.
Discussion Topic #2 – 2012 Year in Review Redux
Captain Spike discusses a few games that he either missed in 2012 or were recommended as game of the year candidates – Journey, The Walking Dead, Unit 13, and Paper Mario: Sticker Star – and why Asura’s Wrath is his Game of the Year. First Mate Slagkick briefly shares his experience with Boost Mode in New Super Mario Bros. U (a Game Buoy top game of 2012), but his main focus is on why he caved in and bought a new PS3 – with particular attention given to Journey and how it is the pinnacle of Thatgamecompany’s mission statement, why it’s his Game of the Year, and the intense emotional experience connected with the gameplay.
READ OF THE WEEK
Each week, Captain Spike and Slagkick look at one article (or sometimes, more than one) and tell you whether it’s well-written (Read!) or an embarrassment to gaming journalism (Reeeeeeead.) This week, Game Buoy offers a trio of Kotaku articles:
Kotaku is disappointed that BioShock Infinite has typical dudebro cover art, and insists upon itself that this is a terrible thing that actually matters. (Game Buoy enourages you to instead check out The PA Report’s article on why it doesn’t actually matter, which is a definite “Read!”)
Kotaku feels entitled to a stateside release of the extremely successful Bravely Default Flying Fairy and complains about no localization announcement, despite only having been out in Japan for a few months. Instead of taking a positive approach, they choose to be Negative Nancies.
Despite the overly serious headline, this is a great look inside the offices of XSEED, with some anecdotes and analysis into their business model. Very well-written and actually relevant, since The Last Story was such a huge success over here. Obviously, Game Buoy is also in support of positive press for XSEED so this article is definitely recommended. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Needless to say, I’m happy to be here, waving goodbye to the first half of my pregnancy.
Yesterday I had my much-dreaded anatomy scan. I had tears in my eyes on the way up the elevator. In the waiting room, I felt sick to my stomach.
But you know what?
Once I finally got in and got scanned, that baby looked perfect. Absolutely perfect. He or she was quite cooperative, too — turning just so for its measurements and letting the tech get a good look between its legs. The tech wrote down the gender and sealed it in an envelope. We’ll find out with our friends on Sunday if we’re having a boy or a girl. I will, of course, let you guys know.
The tech didn’t give us much during the ultrasound, but the doctor came in afterwards and told us everything looked good. I asked him about downs and trisomy 13 and 18. He said the scan doesn’t always detect downs (about 50% of the time), but that it almost always detects trisomy 13 and 18. “These things are not subtle,” he said. So we are hopefully in the clear from the big, bad guys at least.
At the end of that conversation the doctor looked at me and said, “That kid is fine. I don’t want you to worry about this. I want you to go home and have a healthy pregnancy.”
You can’t get much more reassurance than a high risk OB telling you your kid is fine.
I asked the doctor about non-stress tests because my regular OB mentioned that I might need them later on in the pregnancy. He said I didn’t technically need them, but it seemed a little strange to him to have me so closely monitored in the first half of the pregnancy and then nothing in the second. Then he said, “Non-stress tests are also good for our anxious patients. They put their minds at ease.”
Boom. Nail on the head, buddy.
I told him that I definitely qualified as an anxious patient, so we agreed that I would come back at 32 weeks for a growth scan and my first non-stress test. He also told me that he was totally fine with me coming in for a scan before then, too, if I felt anxious and wanted reassurance. How cool is that?
Later that night, we told Lettie she was going to be a big sister. She was completely underwhelmed. I pretty much expected that. She’s jazzed about the gender reveal party this weekend, though. Girlfriend loves her a good party.
And that’s about all I got. I just wanted to share the good news. Of course, scary things could still happen and my anxiety is not going away any time soon, but I might let it hibernate a little. For five minutes at least.
Hi, friends. First of all, thank you for your comments on my last post. They were all wonderful and heartfelt, and made me feel significantly less crazy town. I’m sorry I haven’t responded yet, but I will. I love you guys.
I don’t have a single profound thing to say today. I’m thinking this is going to be a semi-boring update, so get your yawn faces on. In a nutshell: baby and I are ok. As of today, I am 18 weeks and 2 days. I had an OB appointment on Wednesday and that kid was moving around so much that my doctor couldn’t lock down a heartbeat! All we could hear for a minute were these swishing sounds. I’m thinking that means there’s a hyperactive boy growing in there. Anyone else have any gender guesses? When the doc finally got the heartbeat locked it sounded nice and strong at 158 bpm.
Following that appointment, I went to my dentist and got two more root canals. I only have three non-root-canaled teeth left in my mouth now. Can you even believe that? I kind of can’t. I half-jokingly asked my dentist if I had the most root canals out of any patient he’s ever had and he said “yes.” The man has been practicing for 33 years. Dude. I don’t even know what to say about that, so I’ll just leave it right there. Anyway, the one root canal went smoothly. The other was bleeding so much he couldn’t finish it. The dentist said he suspects it’s cracked, which means the root canal might fail. Which means a tooth extraction. The last time I had a tooth extracted, it took two hours and the head of dental surgery had to call over his colleague to help. Apparently I have the longest roots this side of the Mississippi. I do not want to go through this ordeal while pregnant. It’s already stressful enough getting root canals while pregnant. I’m really bummed about all of this, but it’s beyond my control.
I’m not sure if I told you guys about this yet, but I got a call from Dr. Braverman a few weeks ago. My long-awaited test results came back and according to him my immune system was “acting up again.” He doubled my prednisone dose. Dr. B assured me that he wasn’t worried about miscarriage at this point, but rather complications later in pregnancy. This increased dose will supposedly help prevent that. I was supposed to stop my intralipids after the first trimester, but those are continuing on for now, too. For those of you who don’t know, prednisone is kind of evil. I really try not to complain about it because honestly I am just grateful that it’s helping me stay pregnant. However, it causes major insomnia. I lay awake from roughly 1 am to 5 am every night. Once in a while I’ll take a Unisom and that helps, but I don’t feel comfortable doing that every night. More or less, this lack of sleep makes me feel insane. In-f*cking-sane. Like totally bonkers. I prowl around the house at night like a freaking cat, scouring the fridge for midnight snacks. Speaking of snacks, another fun little side effect of the pred is that I’m huge. I’ve been gaining a pound a week and my face is like a mylar balloon. Again, I’m growing a human, so whatevs, but it’s a little freaky to see the scale jump so much every time I go to the OB. The good news is that Dr. B wants to wean me off the prednisone by 24 weeks, so there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
All of the above BS aside, I really am doing ok. I’m still nervous as hell about our anatomy scan in two weeks, but other than that, I’ve been managing the anxiety. Here’s a couple of things that have been helping:
*The gym! I haven’t gone to gym with any regularity in three years (you can thank fertility treatments for that). But now that I don’t have endless doctors appointments and the first-trimester nausea has subsided, I have a little more energy (even with the lack of sleep, boom). It feels awesome you guys. I only do a half hour on the eliptical machine like three or four times a week, but even that feels like such a treat.
*I’ve been taking some space from Blog Land. I’ve found that it’s for some reason easier to manage my anxiety if I just keep my head down and don’t write about it.
*Staying busy. If I’m constantly moving or doing something I don’t dwell as much on the what ifs. I’ve been doing a lot of baking, organizing and even (gasp!) folding laundry.
*Planning a staycation. Tim and I booked a hotel in the ‘burbs next weekend. Lettie will spend the night with her grandparents. We’re going to get a couples massage and eat in a chain restaurant and swim in the hotel pool. I’m gonna get me a bottle of non-alcoholic wine, pop a Unisom and get a full night’s sleep. Romance, people!
Speaking of sleep, if you’re not snoozing yet, you deserve an award. I mean, I know how riveting reading about me folding laundry must be. Anyway, that’s about all she wrote. I’m still scared every single day, but I’m doing fine.
Email Subscription
Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
“The November 30 update to the 2014 Recommended Anthropomorphics List is now online, and Dogpatch Press is included among the year’s Recommended Anthro Magazines. If you know of something good released during 2014 and it isn’t recommended yet, hurry up and recommend it!”
VOX rides the “furries” news spike that followed the MWFF attack. This is just a personal opinion but I have a problem about the approach. I feel it over-relies on the International Anthropomorphic Research Project to act more objective than it is. You could argue that this single source of a handful of Furry academics (not neutral ones) design info with advocacy, and do hobby research with “Scientist-sonas”. Surveys are loaded with debatable premises that come from overbearing influence of fashionable trends, rather than results. Over-labeling is an example: “Species Identity Disorder” may be better called Make-Believe.
It rationalizes about sex- “Only” half of furries are somewhat or more influenced by porn (so not even a majority aren’t.) The topic isn’t bad – it’s just sex. It’s not a Slippery Slope to bad things. It’s just one preference in Collective Individualism. (I try to avoid saying “we” when writing about furries to respect individualism.)
A fan outcast is remembered today by a mocking name (“Tumbles”) – can he get sympathy for another side of the story?
Yet I’m not shure it CAN even work the other way around. (Can my porn viewing habits influence my aesthetic preconceptions? How much aesthetically unappealing porn would I have to watch until I found it aesthetically appealing?)
But if Furry was defined by ones porn viewing habits, then this would have to work.
So I insist: Furry has in it’s heart nothing (!) to do with porn viewing habits.
Furry is this aesthetic appreciation of anthro characters. From this, everything else flows. Everything else is something entirely different.
You’re right, though. Even if Furry “were about” porn, that wouldn’t in itself be a slippery slope. I don’t see that at all.
——-
On the FRP-Front:
One shouldn’t discount the data, just because it seems to be “in your favour”. That always strikes me as pretty cynical.
I either make the effort to find faults in their methodology, or I admit I have no data. Everything else would just be conspiracy theory thinking. (“It’s got to be wrong because it seems to match the expected outcome of the researchers. Obviously this is all made up so they can sell their viewpoint to the ignorant masses. Wake up, sheeple!”) 😉
I think it’s an interest, not an identity. But it’s made of people, not ideas. If people claim a certain influence, then it is about that, for them. You can’t choose who else chooses the same interest as you, or say it has nothing to do with them. But with “collective individualism”, you can say they don’t represent you or speak for you.
There’s plenty of discussion about the survey methodology flaws. One of the researchers told me that certain questions being criticized were designed to “elicit response”. Like advertising and propaganda. They were loaded with built-in assumptions that weren’t even defined, to prepare expected answers before anyone speaks them.
For example, they separate a group of females apart from others, to prepare them for loaded questions that boil down to “how much sexism do you experience from the sexists that dominate our sexist culture?” It didn’t make any operational definition for sexism. That’s not science, that’s propaganda.
It’s built on religiously held assumptions that if a group has more males than females, it must be because they drove females out with bad behavior. That’s a false leap to conclusions, ignoring all other reasons that people get together. Common sense is all you need to know that this smells bad – and that’s not a conspiracy theory. It allows none of the reality of a culture of acceptance and support. It’s an insulting judgement against any group of 2 or more guys, or anyone who pursues a hobby out of interest.
Someone took a computer security paper about “female bots” and leapt to conclusions that it showed sexism. But when you actually read the paper, it says nothing at all about who does the behavior it discusses, how many or why. In fact it may be caused by all females attacking other females. Or a single Nigerian 419 scammer looking for money. Any other guess is equally valid as saying it represents anyone in our interest group.
When people leap to conclusions about “bad men” and design surveys to “elicit response” about those conclusions, it reveals that they spread religion, not science. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
More Like This
Preview
This chapter explores the migrant–volunteer “labor encounter” in order to explore the domestic sphere as a space fraught with a set of distinctions that volunteers make between their own labor and that of migrants; distinctions which allow for migrant labor to serve as a catalyst for the appearance of ethical citizenship. For even as immigrant caretakers can sometimes appear as virtuous figures in public cultural debate, especially when proimmigrant groups represent these women as a last bulwark against the total abandonment of the country's old, many Italians still devalue the labor these...
This chapter explores the migrant–volunteer “labor encounter” in order to explore the domestic sphere as a space fraught with a set of distinctions that volunteers make between their own labor and that of migrants; distinctions which allow for migrant labor to serve as a catalyst for the appearance of ethical citizenship. For even as immigrant caretakers can sometimes appear as virtuous figures in public cultural debate, especially when proimmigrant groups represent these women as a last bulwark against the total abandonment of the country's old, many Italians still devalue the labor these women perform. The chapter tracks the problem of everyday care, so seemingly banal in its quotidian nature, to show how volunteers categorically distinguish between different kinds of value and personhood—that is to say, between different kinds of intention, desire, and will. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Touché Tabloids: Fabregas One Ups Via Twitter
Cesc Fabregas is a great follow on Twitter. Earlier this year, I was going to put out a piece regarding how athletes Twitter personalities give us a sense of who they are and help explain the projection of them on the field.
Some of my favorites on Twitter? Fabregas (though I only understand half his tweets), Jay DeMerit, Rio Ferdinand and Nick Rimando (who just seems downright genuine.)
For Fabregas his Twitter profile was: “Obviously mature, seems like a natural born leader.”
So it was funny yesterday when a “report” came out yesterday that quoted teammate Denilson as saying that Fabregas was not a leader.
I wouldn’t be surprised if an Arsenal bigwig asked Cesc to do a little cleaning up, but at the same time I wouldn’t be surprised if Cesc just did this. he’s very charmingly earnest. Other wonderful football Twitters include several Arsenal boys that have been bitten by the bug – @Persie_Official and @jack_wilshere are hilarious. Another favorite is @landondonovan, who is frank and sarcastic and always a great laugh. I love the window that Twitter is providing into the real people behind the game, and I only mourn that it hasn’t spread to my beloved Bundesliga. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Concerning clarification that the prohibition on an employer terminating an employee for the employee's lawful off-duty activities extends to activities that are lawful under state law even if those activities are not lawful under federal law.
Last Action: 02/19/2020 | House Committee on Business Affairs & Labor Postpone Indefinitely | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
While foodborne illnesses are rarely pleasant, certain types can hit pregnant people and newborns especially hard. According to food-poisoning expert Bill Marler, listeria should be a top concern for any expectant mother.
"Listeria illnesses in moms pass to the baby in uterus and can kill or damage the baby," Marler, who is an attorney specializing in foodborne-illness cases, told Business Insider.
More than 200 people died in a listeria outbreak stemming from a meat-production plant in Polokwane, South Africa, earlier this year. Newborns were the most likely to be impacted by the outbreak, with 91 babies under the age of 28 days old dying as a result of listeriosis.
To reduce the risk of foodborne illness, pregnant women should avoid eating certain foods, according to Marler. Here's what the food-poisoning expert says to cut from your diet, according to a list Marler wrote for Food Safety News and shared in conversations with Business Insider.
1/
Raw or undercooked meat
Shutterstock
Rare meat is one of a number of things that Marler himself doesn't eat and advises against pregnant women consuming. If meat isn't cooked to 160 degrees, he says, bacteria can thrive and cause E. coli or Salmonella poisoning.
Raw or undercooked eggs
Narong Jongsirikul/Shutterstock
Eggs and products such as homemade Caesar salad dressing, mayonnaise, ice cream, custards, and hollandaise sauce have the potential to carry salmonella. In April, the FDA announced a recall of 206 million eggs over salmonella-contamination concerns.
7/
Oysters, clams, and mussels
Melie Nasr / Shutterstock.com
Marler says he has seen more foodborne illnesses linked to shellfish in the past five years than in the two preceding decades.
According to Marler, global warming is heating up oceans and allowing microbial growth to thrive, which encourages the spread of foodborne illnesses like norovirus and vibrio infections.
8/
Smoked fish
Smoked seafood comes with listeria concerns, though canned and shelf-safe fish (such as tuna) is safe to eat. However, pregnant women and nursing mothers should avoid fish with high levels of mercury — not because of food-poisoning concerns, but because high mercury levels can harm brain development.
9/
Home-canned food
Stick to professionally canned jams while pregnant, Marler says. Home-canned goods can contain botulism, or be contaminated with other ways, as DIY canning operations don't have the same safety regulations as professional enterprises.
10/
Sprouts
Shutterstock
Because sprouts are grown in standing water, they are a prime spot for bacteria such as salmonella to thrive. Sprout-related outbreaks are common, with more than 30 bacterial outbreaks— primarily related to salmonella and E. coli — happening in the past two decades. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
A family-owned daily newspaper serving Riverton, Lander and Fremont County, Wyoming since 1949
Wyoming Battles Conditions on First Day of Bison Challenge
Mar 16, 2012 - UW Sports Information
Las Vegas (March 16, 2012) - Senior Juanita Rico sits tied for fifth and the University of Wyoming women's golf team is seventh in the team standings after the ...
There is more! Read the rest of the story - subscribe today!
Las Vegas (March 16, 2012) - Senior Juanita Rico sits tied for fifth and the University of Wyoming women's golf team is seventh in the team standings after the first two rounds of the Bison Challenge at Paiute on Friday in Las Vegas. The Cowgirls battled windy conditions all day to post a score of 644 (+68) through the first day, while Oral Roberts leads the 18-team field at 614 (+38).
"It was extremely windy today and, if the greens would have been any faster, the conditions would have been unplayable," UW head coach Josey Stender said. "We handled the wind fairly well and we swung with confidence, but we just missed a lot of short puts. That started to wear on us."
Rico continued her exceptional play for Wyoming with rounds of 78 (+6) and 76 (+4) to sit tied for fifth at 154 (+10) after two rounds. She was the only Cowgirl to shoot lower during the second round. Junior Dana Zamprelli put forth a solid effort as well with two rounds of 79 (+7) for a 14th-place tie at 158 (+14).
"Juanita and Dana kept up their intensity level and energy today," Stender said. "It was a very long day and they stayed focused throughout both rounds. They both played so much better than what their scored indicated."
Sophomore Emily Wood sits tied for 44th at 165 (+21), while freshman Samantha Stancato is two strokes back tied for 53rd. Sophomore Stacey Blunt and senior Jenna Zamprelli are tied for 65th at 169 (+25).
"I'm not disappointed in how we played, but we struggled with putting today," Stender said. "Our course management was very good and with conditions the way they were, I was please. Tomorrow we have to have confidence in our read and technique and those putts will drop."
The tournament concludes with 18 holes at 9 a.m. tomorrow morning.
Bison Challenge at Paiute Day One Results
1. Oral Roberts: 309 - 305 = 614 (+38)
2. San Francisco: 320 - 311 = 631 (+55)
3. Eastern Kentucky: 314 - 319 = 633 (+57)
4. Bucknell: 322 - 312 = 634 (+58)
5. Texas A&M Corpus Christi: 317 - 318 = 635 (+59)
7. Wyoming: 322 - 322 = 644 (+68)
Wyoming Day One Individual Results
T5. Juanita Rico: 78 (+6) - 76 (+4) = 154 (+10)
T14. Dana Zamprelli: 79 (+7) - 79 (+7) = 158 (+14)
T44. Emily Wood: 82 (+10) - 83 (+11) = 165 (+21)
T53. Samantha Stancato: 83 (+11) - 84 (+12) = 167 (+23)
T65. Stacey Blunt: 83 (+11) - 86 (+14) = 169 (+25)
T65. Jenna Zamprelli:* 84 (+12) - 85 (+13) = 169 (+25) | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Online shop for fonts: Buying Hanyi Chang Yi Jian as a download
A central element in professional user interface design is of course the font. Webfonts are provided so that web designers need not use fonts which differ from corporate designs. Homepages can of course be designed using any type of font. However, when a special font such as Hanyi Chang Yi Jian is required, the use of webfonts is recommended. Webfonts are fonts which have been specially optimised for digital use and are available with web licences. Webfonts come in ranges as extensive as those for classical fonts. You will therefore find a broad range of modern, classical, extravagant and simple webfonts. Are you wondering whether a web license is available for Hanyi Chang Yi Jian? Visit our online shop to check if Hanyi Chang Yi Jian is also available as a webfont.
Buy Hanyi Chang Yi Jian from our online shop simply and quickly from a large range of fonts and webfonts all available as downloads. Browse the categories in our font shop to find the ideal font for your purposes. Our offerings include serif and sans-serif fonts, webfonts, non-Latin fonts, global fonts, engraving fonts, script fonts and many others, such as Hanyi Chang Yi Jian. To make font buying even simpler, you can try out Hanyi Chang Yi Jian or any other font type in a sample text. This includes close viewing of different font types as well as getting an overview of all associated letters, characters and special characters.
Shop for fonts and typefaces: Buying Hanyi Chang Yi Jian online
Do you wish to buy fonts such as Hanyi Chang Yi Jian online? You will find a large selection of fonts, typefaces and webfonts in our webshop. If you value good design, then buying professionally produced fonts is essential. If you buy fonts online from us, you get quality products. Also available in addition to the standard letters are font styles and special characters to give you plenty of design diversity.
Along with Hanyi Chang Yi Jian, we also offer modern and simple font types, as well as classical and extravagant. There are also script fonts to help give a design a more casual look.
Buying Hanyi Chang Yi Jian and other fonts
Do you wish to buy a stylish font such as Hanyi Chang Yi Jian for a new project? You will find a range of fonts and styles in the URW++ webshop. People often use an open source font for their design tasks. However, if you want innovative and individual lettering, you need to purchase a font produced by professional designers. There are a multitude of styles ranging from the classical to the modern, and from the simple to the extravagant. Hanyi Chang Yi Jian is an example which we of course sell in our online shop. We also offer font packages. This enables you to buy multiple fonts at special prices!
Downloading Hanyi Chang Yi Jian: Webshop with fonts to download
You can begin working on your design immediately after downloading your fonts from a webshop. An online shop offers a multitude of benefits when buying fonts. You get to choose from a multitude of fonts, including Hanyi Chang Yi Jian as well as a diverse range of font styles, webfonts and font packages. But the best thing is that many products are available as downloads. Following a purchase, you can download the font, such as Hanyi Chang Yi Jian and begin your design work. The purchased font is immediately available as a download with no waiting time required. Our online shop for fonts also offers you webfonts as well as fonts with webfont licenses. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
More than 200 production recipes are on display online for foc download. Now, all these recipes and more are available as an App. friedrich ingredients is the first anywhere to disclose such a comprehensive library of production recipes – written by professionals for professionals. Search your App-Store under fiRecipes. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
The report entitles GlobalCrystal Ceiling Lamp Market offers accurate information and holistic view of crystal ceiling lamp industry. Further, the crystal ceiling lamp report additionally embraces the detailed investigation of the vend stats, Business opportunities so as to enable crystal ceiling lamp industry shareholders to take a vital decision on their future projects.
The crystal ceiling lamp report summarizes the upcoming market trends based on production technology, developmental plans, crystal ceiling lamp industry technological advancement. The report considers all the major aspect pertaining to crystal ceiling lamp business stability, basics concepts followed to understand the business tactics. Additionally, the global crystal ceiling lamp market report also delivers a precise analyzation on SWOT related to the market players and also evaluates the crystal ceiling lamp market size. It also scrutinizes the market segments deeply associated with the crystal ceiling lamp product type, application, and geographical regional analysis. The main objective of the crystal ceiling lamp report is to ascertain the market insight and help our users to attain ecological growth in their particular fields. Moreover, crystal ceiling lamp report upholds an updated marketing tendency of the existing key manufacturer situations of crystal ceiling lamp market.
The research on global crystal ceiling lamp market offers competitive outline towards the competitors that includes detailed company profile of major key players along with crystal ceiling lamp product specifications such as production capacity, product picture, sales margin, cost, recent developments, worldwide production chain, techniques and financial details. The long-term and short-term strategies adopted by Global crystal ceiling lamp market is described in detail here.
To make a report more useful crystal ceiling lamp market is segmented based on Product type, end-user applications and geographical regions. In crystal ceiling lamp report scope of individual segment studied separately, it gives freedom to market shareholders invest in right areas of crystal ceiling lamp industry. The regional coverage of market is based on production, consumption, crystal ceiling lamp industry chain structure, import and export scenario of the region along with growth rate of crystal ceiling lamp market industry over the forecast period 2018 to 2023.
The report offers a thorough investigation of the crystal ceiling lamp market as well as provides the market capacity and CAGR value for the forecast period 2018-2025, taking into account the previous year as the base year.
The global crystal ceiling lamp market report explains the market perspective towards revenue calculation involved in various segments and also adheres eye-catching investment plans for crystal ceiling lamp Industry with the growth of the market.
The research also presents the major viewpoints related to crystal ceiling lamp market driving factors, restraints, opportunities, major challenges, global crystal ceiling lamp market threats, the launching of new products in the market, geographical analysis and competitive tactics implemented by the crystal ceiling lamp key players in the competitive market.
Frank Beck is a lead author at heraldanalyst. He’s best known for writing news on technological innovations, business trends. His passion for helping people in all aspects of online marketing flows through in the expert industry coverage he provides. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
junk Jeep Stash - original Paint - Photo 07
Inside, the original Julep Green paint still shines on many surfaces despite evidence of floor rust (check out the aluminum patch at the base of the column). Though the original-issue plastic steering wheel is free from the usual cracked gaps associated with sun damage, there's a nasty separation around the inner seam-a different type of plastic damage that's typical of constant exposure to extreme humidity. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Whoopi Goldberg Net Worth
Whoopi Goldberg Net Worth 2019 – Caryn Elaine Johnson, known professionally as Whoopi Goldberg, is an American actress, comedian, author, and television host. She has been nominated for 13 Emmy Awards and is one of the few entertainers to have won an Emmy Award, a Grammy Award, an Academy Award, and a Tony Award.
According to Forbes, Whoopi Goldberg Net Worth 2019 is $45 Million. Her name comes from the whoopee cushion gag toy. She married Alvin Martin in 1973, and the couple had one daughter before divorcing in 1979. She was then married to David Claessen from 1986 to 1988 and Lyle Trachtenberg from 1994 to 1995. Comedic actress who gained recognition for her leading role in the 1985 film The Color Purple . She won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for playing an eccentric psychic in the 1990 movie Ghost . She voiced the hyena Shenzi in the 1994 Disney film The Lion King and played the character Carmen Tibideaux on the popular musical series Glee .
She starred in the film adaptation of Alice Walker ‘s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Color Purple.
She won a Tony Award for producing the Broadway musical Thoroughly Modern Millie in 2002. The award earned her the distinction of being amongst the small group of entertainers who have won an Oscar, an Emmy, a Grammy, and a Tony Award. From 1979 to 1981, she worked in several theater productions in Communist East Germany, where she smuggled contraband for her artist friends. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Ice Truck
Not that we need any more stories about ice, especially after our recent battle with another major ice storm, here's one story that's literally quite cool:Besides keeping your drinks cold and food from spoiling, what else can you do with ice... | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
The picture gives you some ideas, I suppose, and this is supposed to be "freestyle," but it seems like a crazy collage advertisement for the products to me?
The reverse:
Oh, okay. So, this month is also a contest, and there will be a winner for best use of each of the products, as I understand it. Orly Spring/ Summer polish is the prize, so that's sweet!
The hash tag lists are really out of control, wow!
Let's take a closer look at some of the products:
The big ticket item here is the Nail Fraud at-home dry manicure, AKA nail appliques. They retail for $12 USD, from what I can tell.
Mine came in a purple and pink leopard print, which I actually really like, and will be using for accent nails.
I haven't tried them yet, and am unsure of the quality. Also, I'm spoiled by Incoco, so these have big shoes to fill.
Here's the back of the package:
What's hilarious is the use of "Fraud" as a noun: "Use an emery board to trim the Fraud to fit your nail." Lololololol....okay then, if you say so.
Next, is a package of fimo-ish roses:
Pretty. However, I don't know if you can tell, but they are super thick! (They're about 4mm thick, on average, which doesn't sound like a lot, but it is!) 3D, that's for sure.
Look at that! That is some Lady Gaga shit. I don't know how they'd ever stay on your nails longer than five minutes.
Last, are little pots of 3D baubles:
Watermelon slices:
These are cute, but quite imperfect.
Some purple plastic dome sparkly things:
They're conveniently flat on one side.
About a million iridescent yellow flowers:
The iridescent part is green, and they are actually kinda neat-looking.
Last, some bright purple caviar microbeads:
I'm not sure if I will ever have a use for those, since I hate fish egg nails.
--
What I do like about this bag:
Everything seems semi-color-coordinated, which is helpful and aesthetically pleasing.
I've never heard of Nail Fraud: they came in a great pattern, and I'm excited to try them.
What I dislike:
Disappointed there's no actual polish.
The 3D baubles seem sort of cheap, and not really that varied. (Do I need 10,000 purple microbeads or yellow flowers? No.) It would've been better to send a wheel with more choices, and fewer of each design.
The roses are so thick, I honestly don't think there is any point in using them aside from taking nail photos.
For people that pay the $19.95 monthly price, this bag does not come close to value. I'd say, at most it is worth about ~$15.
I will disclose that I immediately cancelled my subscription after I received this bag. I hadn't done it sooner because I wanted to give the service a fair chance, and because I had locked in the 9.95 price. I also enjoyed reviewing it on Polish Hound, to be honest!
However, I recently wished to change my billing information, and found there was no way to do it on the website. You have to contact customer service, which I did. They never followed up with me properly, so I will bid this service adieu, and not feel too badly about it! | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Mr. Yamamoto, film director Wim Wenders said that when he bought his first piece of your clothing, he was fascinated because it felt new and old at the same time, and he felt protected by it. Would you say that describes your clothes quite well?
My starting point was wanting to protect a human’s body. This is the beginning, actually hiding women’s bodies. This is about sexuality, about protecting it. From the very beginning of my career I was not very sure that I would become a so-called “fashion designer.” The term “fashion designer” sounded very light.
What do you associate with that term?
When I think about the image of a fashion designer I think about trends. I have to think about what’s new, what’s next, what kind of feeling customers want. It’s too busy for me. So, from the beginning, I wanted to protect the clothes themselves from fashion, and at the same time protect the woman’s body from something – maybe from men’s eyes or a cold wind. I wanted people to keep on wearing my clothes for at least 10 years or more, so I requested the fabric maker to make a very strong, tough finish.
“I strongly believe in the avant-garde spirit: to voice opposition to traditional values.”
You say you wanted to protect the female body and your clothes often have a playful androgyny in them. Should men and women be able to dress more like each other?
When I started making clothes for my line Y’s in 1977, all I wanted was for women to wear men’s clothes. I jumped on the idea of designing coats for women. It meant something to me – the idea of a coat guarding and hiding a woman’s body. For me, a woman who is absorbed in her work, who does not care about gaining one’s favor, strong yet subtle at the same time, is essentially more seductive. The more she hides and abandons her femininity, the more it emerges from the very heart of her existence. A pair of brilliantly cut cotton trousers can be more beautiful than a gorgeous silk gown.
Over 30 years later, are people still too stuck up when it comes to what they wear?
I simply cannot stand people’s tendency to become conservative. There’s always a move back to established conventions, otherwise upcoming waves would be soon categorized as common sense. Even the term avant-garde – avant-garde is now just a tiny fashion category. It became so cheap and pretentious. I hate it. But still, I strongly believe in the avant-garde spirit: to voice opposition to traditional values. It is not just a youthful sentiment; I live my life by it. Rebellion. You will only be able to oppose something and find something of your own after traveling the long road of tradition.
You said in an interview that you hate fashion, yet you seem like you love it as well. Have you ever thought about giving it up? Quitting the fashion business?
About five or six years ago I felt strongly that my role was done. But nowadays, especially in Tokyo, New York and Los Angeles, everything is covered by fast fashion. Faster, faster, cheaper, cheaper. People have started wasting fashion. So suddenly, there was some space again for me to do something. Minor in terms of numbers, but there might be young people who have questions or doubts about this trend, they might be waiting for something to come back or for something new. So I said to myself: “Yohji, you can continue to do your job. Don’t change. You can just continue to do it.” I told myself this last year.
Notebook of Cities and Clothes (1989), the Wim Wenders documentary about the life and career of Yohji Yamamoto.
Is that also the reason why you decided to publish your autobiography My Dear Bomb?
I got an invitation from the Belgium publisher Ludion, but yes it was a time, after all my company went through, to say “I am still here and I feel 10 times stronger!”
You seem to always do your own thing, but yet you are still bringing out collections twice a year like most other brands. Would you prefer to show whenever you please?
In 2002, I decided to show my ready-to-wear collection at the timing of the couture. I did it for 3 seasons. There were less people attending, so the possibility was there to have smaller places and allow people to actually hear the sound of the fabric. It was a very nice parenthesis.
Zac Posen told me in an interview that you influenced his decision to move his collection from New York to Paris. You said it is the only place worth showing. Why is that?
Paris is the place for establishing your brand as an international one.
How are your designs connected to your Japanese heritage?
Think of the association with Japan as an exotic exchange. It is fun. Japanese people, or Asian people, like European aesthetics and European people love Asian sensibilities. So as an exchange of senses it is all right. In that way I agree 100 percent. But when a paper writes about me, they start with “the Japanese designer…” We have to find a new vocabulary. I understand why European people take my creations as very Japanese. It is probably because if you see a creation as a whole, as 100 percent, I will always try to finish before arriving at 100. This five, seven, or ten percent we call empty or in between or uncompleted in Japanese.
Can you give me an example?
It’s when you go to shut a window or door and leave a space. We need this space, so I design space. Space has always been very important in Japanese traditional art of every genre – like painting, sculpting, or theatrical expression. The space of expression is even more important than the visual or written.
But you also still produce in Japan, which gives your clothes a certain Japanese feel because of the unique ways of treating fabric.
Maybe I will be the last designer who cares strongly about “Made in Japan”. If I stop, maybe young designers cannot afford to do business that way. It costs a lot; a Japanese man’s hand has become the most expensive in the world. So it’s my duty – not duty – it’s my desire to protect these small, traditional Japanese techniques. I use almost all family factories. The most important thing is to keep going, otherwise it will disappear.
“Equality, justice and all these values haven’t quite gone out the window, but we don’t find much evidence of them around either.”
Do you also live in Japan or do you spend the majority of your time in Paris where you present your collections?
I live in Tokyo. I only come to Paris around my fashion shows.
Which role does traveling play in your life?
Working time. I travel to Paris for Menswear and Womenswear collections in January, March, June, October, and to New York for my Y-3 collection in February, September.
How do you find peace within all these different places?
You need embellishment. You might be able to sleep with rock and roll music blaring full blast, but you can’t just have an absence of color. Transparency, that’s no good. I really enjoy being in cahoots with people, having fun with them, being connected. Equality, justice and all these values haven’t quite gone out the window, but we don’t find much evidence of them around either.
When you visit the-talks.com, The Talks uses cookies to process your data in order to analyze our traffic. By continuing to use our website you are agreeing to our use of cookies in accordance with our Privacy Policy. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Michigan, Michigan State meeting for first time as top-10 teams
Michigan's Trey Burke (3) shoots against Wisconsin's Mike Bruesewitz during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013, in Madison, Wis. Burke had a game-high 19 points. Wisconsin won 65-62 in overtime. (AP Photo/Andy Manis)
EAST LANSING (AP) — For the first time in the history of the series, Michigan and Michigan State will play each other while ranked among the top 10.
Bragging rights won’t be the only thing at stake Tuesday night when the eighth-ranked Spartans (20-4, 9-2 Big Ten) host the fourth-ranked Wolverines (21-3, 8-3) in the first matchup of 20-win teams in Division I basketball this season.
Michigan State will be playing to move into sole possession of first place in the Big Ten against its on-the-rise rival, and another victory might help NCAA tournament positioning. Michigan wants to win to move within a half-game of first-place and top-ranked Indiana in the conference standings and to boost its shot at being a top-seeded team next month.
“The nation is talking about it now,” Michigan State coach Tom Izzo said. “And, there’s a sick side of me that it makes happy. Who wouldn’t rather dominate in a rivalry series? But it’s not a series that should be dominated by either squad because both teams should be good and both teams are good this year. In my estimation, this is their best team in a lot of years.”
Advertisement
The Wolverines have their best overall record through 24 games in program history and were ranked No. 1 two weeks ago for the first time since the 1992-93 season in what was the second year of the Fab Five era.
“Bringing Michigan back to the national scene is certainly happening right now,” coach John Beilein said.
Michigan, though, has lost two of its last three games and is desperately trying to avoid having back-to-back setbacks in the regular season for the first time in more than two years.
The Spartans certainly have a lot to play for, too. With their next two home games against the Wolverines and Hoosiers, the conference race is coming through East Lansing.
“If we win this game, we have an edge on everybody,” Michigan State senior Derrick Nix said. “We want that. It’s a must-win game.”
The point guard matchup might prove to be pivotal.
Michigan is led by Trey Burke, a national player of the year candidate. Burke is the first Big Ten player since ex-Michigan State star Magic Johnson to average more than 17 points and seven assists.
The Spartans rise and fall with the play of Keith Appling, whose clutch play late in games has helped them win three in a row and nine of their last 10 games. Appling is scoring 14-plus points per game and with four-plus assists per game, he directs a balanced offense with four other players averaging at least nine points.
Beilein said he began feeling uneasy about how he was going to find someone to guard Appling when he scored 49 points for Detroit Pershing in the 2009 Class A state title game, and found his answer by recruiting Burke out of Columbus, Ohio.
“Our guy is pretty good, too,” Beilein said. “They’ll go at it.”
Michigan State seems to have more muscle inside with Nix, a 6-foot-9, 270-pound center, and 6-10, 240-pound power forward Adreian Payne going against Jordan Morgan, if he can play with a sprained right ankle, and Glen Robinson III. If Morgan can’t play, the Wolverines will lean on sophomore Jon Horford along with freshmen Mitch McGary and Max Bielfeldt.
The Wolverines may have more quickness with shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. going against Gary Harris and when Robinson or Nik Stauskas have the ball, or are running around screens, while being guarded by Branden Dawson.
“It should make for a heck of a game,” Izzo said. “It’s fun to actually feel like the game matters in every way shape or form both locally and nationally. I’m not sure that has happened since I’ve here here where both are important.”
No, it hasn’t.
The closest both teams have been to being Top 10 teams when they’ve played was March 3, 1990, when Izzo was an assistant under Jud Heathcote, and the 14th-ranked Spartans beat No. 8 Michigan 78-70.
For the first of two highly anticipated matchups of the rivals, Payne predicts the Breslin Center will be “shaking” with fired-up fans.
Burke doesn’t expect crowd noise to rattle the Wolverines, who have played in raucous arenas at Indiana, Wisconsin and Ohio State. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
George Groves returns to the ring on Saturday after switching promoters
Undefeated George Groves returns to the ring this weekend after signing for Matchroom Boxing.
Last Updated: 07/03/13 9:45am
George Groves: In action against Glen Johnson in December
Groves was due to face Mahamed Ali Ndiaye for the vacant European crown later this month but will instead fight for new promoter Eddie Hearn on the 'London's Finest' bill at Wembley Arena this weekend, live on Sky Sports.
The unbeaten Londoner, who had three bouts while with Warren, has also been confirmed for the undercard of the Sky Box Office clash between Carl Froch and Mikkel Kessler at the O2 Arena in London on May 25.
The 24-year-old's biggest win came on a Sky Box Office bill at the O2 when he saw off bitter rival James DeGale in May 2011.
Groves will be chasing his 17th straight victory when he tackles Argentine Dario German Balmaceda on Saturday's bill which is headlined by fellow Brits Darren Barker and Lee Purdy.
"It's a very exciting opportunity for me," said Groves. "I've known Eddie for quite a while now, he's doing great things promotionally and I'm excited to be a part of it.
Really excited
"It's great to be boxing in London and Wembley is a great arena to box in so I'm really excited about getting in there on Saturday.
"I've had three fights in 18 months which is not ideal so it will be great for me to get out regularly, I'm healthy, I'm training hard and Eddie has promised to keep me busy so everything is looking good and I'm raring to get back into action.
"I'm at that level now where I'm knocking on the door for World titles and working with Matchroom and being on Sky Sports should help me get closer to that dream.
"I've had to give up my spot as the mandatory for the European title but hopefully that door isn't shut and it's still a possible route, but I'm well ranked in the governing bodies and I want to fight for a world title.
"I'm ranked number one with the WBO and Abraham vs. Stieglitz and fight for that in a few weeks so I'll be keeping a keen eye on that.
"I'll also have just as close an eye on the Froch vs. Kessler fight as I really believe I could get a crack at the winner and I think Eddie knows I want that fight so it ties in nicely." | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
San Antonio, Texas television station KABB has added Beat the Traffic’s animated 3D traffic map system as a service to its viewers.
The system provides information on traffic flow and speed, drive times and road incidents, all in real time. It is being used during KABB’s carriage of the Fox First morning show and is also available on the station’s Web site.
“Traffic is a serious and growing problem in San Antonio, where we are in constant debate over pending toll roads as well as gas taxes and growth in general,” said Greg Koelfgen, KABB news director. “There is no doubt traffic costs our area millions in lost productivity. Our new Beat the Traffic system allows us to produce dynamic, high-value traffic segments that give our viewers the information they need to make smart decisions, such as what time to leave or what route to take.”
The system not only provides motorists with information that can save commuting time and long waits, but also gives KABB reporters an indication of traffic problems or other breaking news events.
Print
Email
Share
Comments
Post New CommentIf you are already a member, or would like to receive email alerts as new comments are
made, please login or register.
Enter the code shown above:
(Note: If you cannot read the numbers in the above
image, reload the page to generate a new one.)
The FAA’s current rules and proposed ban on flight over people, requirement of visual line of sight and restriction on nighttime flying, effectively prohibit broadcasters from using UAS for newsgathering. ~ WMUR-TV General Manager Jeff Bartlett | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Gen Z, a population currently aged 7 to 17, holds more influence than you might expect. In fact, the report indicates that 93 percent of household spending decisions are influenced by them. If you find that surprising, you’re not alone.
According to Deep Focus’s chief marketing officer, Jamie Gutfreund, restaurant owners need to spend some time studying this fresh generation of consumers, what she calls, “the new foodies.” Gutfreund argues that,
“Brands who aren’t targeting them today do need to start paying attention. They’re going to be the future consumers, and they’re going to demand an entirely different paradigm and interaction with the brands they support. It’s time to learn lessons today rather than when it’s too late.”
So what exactly are those lessons? For one, this generation is more informed and picky about their food choices than any that has preceded them—no huge shock for the first generation of kids who don’t remember life pre-Internet.
They also expect to be communicated with in a more human, personalized way by brands. Gutfreund points out,
“Kids want to feel like insiders—like they’re part of the conversation, not just being talked at. Legacy and heritage is quite fascinating to them, but it should be expressed in a more modern or relevant way. Kids want brands that reflect the culture that they admire.”
This generation is also hyper-conscious of how they portray their own lives, searching for “Instagrammable” moments and opportunities to snag that perfect Snapchat video. Building a brand that has visual appeal is more important for reaching this demographic than it ever has been before. They look to interact with brands whose values and aesthetics say something positive about them as consumers.
Moreover, restaurant owners need to start marketing their goods and services as an experience, rather than just food. Kids in this age bracket expect that type of appeal. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
BBC bids to ‘shine a light’ on disabled performers
Disabled actors have welcomed a new BBC scheme that aims to “shine a light” on experienced disabled performers, and discover and develop up-and-coming talent.
The Class Act development programme will include an intensive three-day workshop and an opportunity to build contacts and showcase talents to professionals across the industry.
Those selected to take part will be tutored in audition and camera technique, acting and business skills, and script and character work, and will have the chance to work with directors on scenes for their showreels.
The Class Act programme is part of BBC’s efforts to support and raise the profile of disabled actors.
But it is also part of wider efforts to increase the number of disabled people working across the BBC.
Its target had been that disabled people would make up 5.3 per cent of all BBC staff by 2017, but the figures for March this year showed it had already smashed through that target, reaching 10.2 per cent (up from 3.7 per cent in 2014), while disabled people made up 9.6 per cent of those in leadership positions (up from 3.1 per cent).
This means it has already exceeded its 2020 target of eight per cent.
The 2020 target for portrayal of disability on-screen is that eight per cent of roles – including “some” lead roles – should portray or represent a disabled person, but the current figures will not be released until later this year.
Three years ago, only 1.2 per cent of roles on screen portrayed or represented disabled people.
Natalie Amber, a member of the deaf and disabled members committee (DDMC) of the performers’ union Equity, who herself plans to apply for the BBC programme, said she believed it was “a big step in the right direction”.
She said previous BBC schemes, such as holding open auditions, had not helped disabled actors build up their skills, which the new programme should do.
Amber had been forced to take five years out of the industry after she became disabled, and said she had since found it “very difficult” to find anywhere to practice acting to camera from a wheelchair.
She said she hoped the programme would not be a one-off, and that future workshops would take place outside London.
Amber – who appeared last year in the ITV thriller Paranoid and the BBC One drama Doctors – said it was difficult for disabled actors with support or access needs to take part in mainstream workshops, because they might need to pay for their own support worker or interpreter while the person leading the workshop might have never worked with a disabled actor before.
She pointed out that the BBC was not the first broadcaster to hold such a workshop for disabled actors.
Amber said she hoped broadcasters and other parts of the industry would work together to improve opportunities for disabled actors.
She said members of the DDMC were trying to “make our presence more widely known” and build their information resources, so “if people have any questions they have a place where they can come”.
Cindy-Jane Armbruster, another member of Equity’s DDMC, also welcomed the new BBC scheme, but she said she was cautious about the difference it would make until she had seen its long-term impact.
She said: “If it does make a difference, I would definitely like to see more of it. They need to keep at it.
“I would like them to keep pushing for this, to keep being good allies.”
She said she also hoped the initiative reached a “very diverse range of Deaf and disabled actors – diverse in terms of impairment, race/ethnicity, gender identity and sexual orientation, age, etc”.
She said she was “very glad” that the BBC appeared to be making a “multi-pronged effort” to increase opportunities for disabled actors and the portrayal of disability on television, and that it was talking about casting disabled actors in roles not specifically written as disabled characters.
Armbruster said efforts also needed to be made throughout the whole of the production process, to increase the numbers of disabled people working as writers, commissioners, casting directors and producers.
She added: “This will hopefully lead to more interesting stories, and hopefully also widen the view of what disability looks like.”
She said disability was “one of the most widely diverse characteristics” and it would be “exciting to see and celebrate just how different and individual we all are”.
Alison Walsh, the BBC’s disability lead, who joined the broadcaster from Channel 4 in 2015, said: “On screen portrayal of disability is increasing on the BBC but disabled actors are still struggling to find a place – especially in roles not written specifically as disabled.
“Although this scheme doesn’t guarantee work, it will provide training opportunities and exposure for new talent as well as established actors who have yet to have their ‘big break’.
“Crucially it will provide a wake-up call to drama creators that they need to work harder to consider disabled acting talent for all productions – not just those with a disability theme.”
Shane Allen, controller of BBC comedy commissioning, said: “It is crucial that we have more disabled people represented in our comedy output and bring through new disabled performing talent.
“This is the most focused and practical way for us to unearth and nurture the talents out there who are looking for this career break.”
Piers Wenger, controller of BBC drama, said: “This exciting new initiative will provide disabled actors with some of the finest training the BBC has to offer and give them the best possible chance to compete for opportunities.” | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
The story taken place during their mid semester as UNIVERSITY student, so I hope you like the ending
The story taken place during their mid semester as UNIVERSITY student, so I hope you like the ending
--
Twin tales
Epilogue
Tokyo University, 9.24 am
"Shoot I'm going to be late!" The silver eyed girl jogged inside her building with 'Connection and Communication' written on the sign beside it. Although she was about to be late, she was smiling, for she remembered about the earlier morning incident.
The alarm clock that woke her up, quickly she grabbed things she needed for her study. While at it, she noticed her mobile phone's screen with '1 NEW MESSAGE' accused her unmercifully. After she got ready with her things and clothes, she read the message:
((Gonna be in Tokyo two days from now See ya later. Love, Yuuka.))
True, Yuuka was on her assignment task, which she needed to capture some pictures of two good places in Japan and she especially went to Osaka and Hokkaido for that. It was already 2 months before she left for her assignment, before she was indeed in the same University with Yuuna and they made into the most difficult University.
Back to the real time, Yuuna had a break at 1.00 and she found a man she familiar with in the middle of her way to the cafeteria. She greeted him with a poke on his shoulder. With a bright smile, she said, "Tezuka-senpai!"
Tezuka Kunimitsu let out a sigh. "I told you a million times drop the senpai, it's been years…"
Still the same as ever, she thought and she too, known that he was doing his last script to pass the university, which means he would likely leave the University in a matter of time. "How do you do?"
Tezuka pushed his spectacle to his nose bridge while he said, "I'm fine."
"Isn't Tezuka?" A man with a bright purple suit and expensive clothing, Yuuna realized. He had a deep gray eyes staring at the brown haired man that she was talking with. He glanced to Yuuna after greeting Tezuka. "Yuuna-chan, it's been a while."
Yuuna gave him a look. "Please. Pretend that we are stranger when you use that. It's really—Ew." Yuuna stuck her tongue out not allowing him to complain and ran to the cafeteria, before he interjected something at her.
"Yuuna-chan!" A girl with one pigtailed greeted her cheerfully. "Let's eat."
"Rin-chan… Alright!" She agreed and walked with her to the rest of the way to the cafeteria. Midori Rin was Yuuna's best friend apart from her twin sister. She was the closest person who Yuuna liked to discuss about guys with her, especially about her prince.
For the time being, Yuuna ate with Rin and they conversed lightly about the previous class that lectured by the mad instructor. Yuuna doesn't bother with such things; all she bothered was now in the TV, which showed her some interesting news. She glanced to her silver Guess watch and indicated that she needed to go to her office work, where she was hired to be a tennis player. Before she goes, the news talked some more about tennis things and she clearly found Echizen Ryoma holding a big trophy that almost beat the size of his own height.
She quickly spurt her mineral water and chocked on her hamburger. God knows what he did for his life. She prayed that he could think more about others—aside from tennis. She thought he could open up more with the situation he was in with her as well. Put the explanation later, Rin looked at her in puzzled.
"Something wrong?" Rin said, not noticing that Yuuna's prince was on TV.
Yuuna shook her head enthusiastically and quickly finished up with her lunch. Better to be hurry for my work.
Rin bid her as Yuuna already told her today's schedule. Yuuna was about to walk away from the cafeteria, but a voice stopped her from behind. She knew the voice from somewhere, but she couldn't put her finger on it. But I knew this voice… She turned her figure simply to meet the guy she didn't expect to be here at this hour—or day.
--
Shinjuku Street, 5.20 pm
Glancing to her watch for the trice time, she sighed, "Why they took so long?"
"Yo."
She glanced to her side and found who she was waiting for half an hour already. "Fuji-kun, Sae-kun. How unusual, to be late, I guess you guys grow older as what I didn't expect from you two."
Sae looked at her sheepishly, "You'll be like us soon later." And only to get Yuuka's dagger look.
Yuuka sighed but now it was a relief. She cleared her throat and spoke up, "Let's find a place to talk; I don't like talking here because you guys are too stand out for me, if you know what I mean."
Fuji nodded, "I know you too long."
As they three arrived in a café and they ordered some beverage. Yuuka looked pleasantly with her dark blouse and a mini skirt. She used above knee boots, to cover her legs. Her hair seemed longer than before, since she doesn't like to cut her hair, but aside from that, she hasn't change at all. Yuuka began after she seated relax, "Well, how's the day up to?"
Fuji's usual smiled haven't leave his face, "I'm fine, but still busy with the studio." He said, referring to his own photo studio that Atobe gladly lend to him, since he knew that Fuji could make it smoothly in the future. "Is your assignment done yet?"
"A little bit more in the report. The photos haven't been printed yet, but I guess I still have some time left to finish things."
Yuuka rolled her eyes to Saeki Kojirou. As a model, he had such a face and tall figure, no wonder that Yuuka almost fell for him, but she knew she fell for his job and all. His hair still the same, but the white bleaches was replaced with brown color. He leaned on the couch and uttered, "Yuuka-san, don't you need to ask me?" He said, sounded hurt.
Yuuka raised her eyebrow, "Do I need to? I always saw you in the TV, magazines, posters, walls, and everything. Do I really need to ask you?" She said and didn't bother her sarcastic marks hit on him.
He grinned lightly, "Hey, I'm just joking."
Yuuka grinned back, "Well, just call me if you need a photographer. I'm free with special price."
"I'll call when I have much money that you always offered to me." He said, sweating a little when he remembered that Yuuka always charged money a lot much in taking the photo than the cost of the print, hence he was broke soon after that.
"By the way, Yuuka-chan, why are you calling us?" He said. After meeting Fuji in Osaka who was doing his own work, Yuuka became close with him. First, he was in the same elective with her and the second because Yuuka had known him from the high school, even he was two years above her.
"I'm just wanted to hang out with you guys, I'm getting bored lately." She sighed and leaned on her elbows. The three started to be this close because of Yuuka. Saeki met Yuuka when Fuji invited him and coincidentally meet Yuuka on the way, besides it was about working and Saeki afraid of Yuuka's charges because of first meeting. After lots of talking, Yuuka went home, with Fuji accompanied her, since he was the only one who have car right now. Saeki went home with cab, after a lot of grumbling because Fuji doesn't want to ride him home.
"See you some other times." Fuji bid her with a little peck on her cheek and Yuuka went inside after waving him a good-bye.
Yuuka locked her apartment door behind her and went to her room where she hung a photo frame on the wall. She just smiled helplessly when she found the photo of her with him, Kevin Smith. It was already 6 years she hadn't seen him. The first 9 months after he confessed to her was full of memories, but she couldn't hold him back for he was aiming to be a professional tennis player. Thus he went back to America to train hard and to be a better player than Echizen.
She went to her bath room and refreshed herself with the warm water to her face. Yuuka looked to the mirror and pretended nothing and normal, but inside, she eagerly wanted to see him. I thought I almost forgotten him, but I couldn't. What a waste, if I went out with Sae-kun, I won't need to miss him or something.
--
The next two days later, in Yuuna's apartment 10.07 am
"Baka! You didn't say that you will be home today!" Yuuna said while her hand beside her waist, glaring at the man who brought a big trophy. She couldn't help to say that, but she was missing him, even he was staying in the same roof for the moment, since the Asakura's parent went to the 50's anniversary honey moon.
Echizen Ryoma detached his hat and only smirked.
Yuuna sighed and hugged him in process. "I miss you." He responded with his arm around her back.
After a few conversations, Yuuna decided to go to her old house, which there was no one inside. Yuuka had gone to somewhere else so she couldn't watch the house and stayed in a small apartment closed to her working site. Yuuna too, so the house was empty for a year. While Yuuna and Echizen walked hand in hand together, Yuuna realized a dark haired girl stood in front of the house with hand bag on her crook and checking her mobile phone seriously.
Whew, talking about coincident. Yuuna had a small idea on her head.
"Who am I?!"
This voice… Don't say that… Yuuka sighed a little. Blinking over to a pair of hand that covering her eyes, she said nonchalantly, "Monster." Ah, yeah, monster suit her most.
"Damn you!!" Yuuna screamed in the process of hugging her.
Yuuka hugged her back as she felt Yuuna's happy feelings emerging toward her. After a while, Yuuna began, "God, how come you didn't tell me that you will come? All of people never tell me what on earth they doing now!!" She said referring to the confrontation with Echizen.
Yuuka composed herself as she get on her feet, "I just about to text you but, I got a feeling that you'll come."
"Oh"
Yuuka rolled her eyes to the guy beside Yuuna, waiting for a moment to talk, but not yet coming. She grinned wickedly and approached him, "Hey, shorty—I mean Echizen-san!" She poked him badly on his arm in a process until red.
He looked hurt a little and muttered, "You're exaggerating."
"Which means I'm happy for you," Yuuka grinned, "By the way," She looked at Yuuna, "Where's the key? I hardly remembered that I saved it with me, so it would be you who keep it." She stretched her question hand toward Yuuna.
Yuuna amused and bring out a key from her bag, "Well, here it is."
Yuuka widened her eyes playfully, "Oh my! Yuuna didn't forget to bring the key?! This is one of the seven magic I supposed." She sneered and laughed. Since Yuuna was her two-minutes older than her in the birth certificate, she likes to tease her.
Echizen nodded in agreement and Yuuna scowled on the end.
"Now, let's go couple. I hate to say this, but I don't like to be seen as a third wheel on public."
"Oh, okay, see if I can find the fourth wheel for you."
Yuuka ignored the remark and went in with the key on her hand.
As they three went in, Yuuna and Echizen straightly went to the living room; to dust off things since all things had been quieted for ages. Yuuna can hardly counted the inch of the dusts while Echizen just being a lazy to shove it off.
Yuuka sneezed once and came toward Yuuna after she explored the bathroom and all. "Yep. All clear."
"All.Clear?" the other twins repeated with an exaggerating quotation mark with her finger. "This is so not all clear."
"Shut up and now buy some groceries before you become lazy. I'll take care of the cleaning things. Deal?"
"So deal!" She dragged Echizen with her to the door after taking her wallets in the way.
"I wonder about her home now…" I bet its going to be a real messy. She looked around and decided to open the back yards door, so it won't get too humid. She crept toward the yards and searching for something—so it be.
--
On the street, 6.33 pm
Yuuna had taken Echizen to the supermarket and made him to carry the basket while Yuuna just dropping foods now and then. It was really amusing yet pleasant—for Yuuna was happy if she was next to her prince. The great trip to supermarket ended and they both had fun shopping.
As they walked home, Yuuna began, "This is so coincident, right?"
"Yeah, it's been ages that she doesn't poke me that hard." He said sarcastically.
"I didn't mean that!" Yuuna said, replacing Yuuka to say. She cleared her throat to throw the topic, "By the way, I met him the other day." She said differently.
"Him?" He asked.
"Yes, the one and only him."
"…Great. Why don't we tell Yuuka-san about this?" He said above than his normal tone, "And if it's about him, she would gladly hear, probably."
"I wonder about that…" Yuuna murmured.
As they about to turn on the next corner, they found a guy, leaning on the wall with crossed arm, blonde hair, black glasses tuck on his casual clothes that match his jeans. Yuuna was speechless—Echizen was more than that.
He smirked.
--
Back yard, in Asakura resident, 7.20 pm
"What took them so long?!" This is the second time I waited for deadly. She swore that she would kill her with her chopstick if she doesn't come in twenty minutes more.
Yuuka leaned back on her palms and looked up at the sky. She could pick out a few stars, but not many. Light pollution from the city made it hard to stargaze. But she figured seeing a few was better than none. A night breeze blew past and she closed her eyes, enjoying the feel of the cool wind. She let off the long sigh. Why am I remembering him again, I assume he would likely forgotten about me. I miss his voice. But then again, she remembered his word. He wants to be the top of tennis player. Deleting the bittersweet memories, she looked down to the trees.
"….ka…!!"
Huh? Thought Yuuka. her silver eyes looking to the backdoor, then to the walls, maybe the sound of the winds.
She stood up after she felt that her back aching her.
"Yuu….ka…!!"
She was about to walk away. Am I hallucinating now because of remembering the past? She shook her head in absolute disagreement. Maybe I was too hungry. She continued to walk away.
"Yuuka!"
It was going to her nerves. Damn someone who yelling at this time. "I didn't ask for any commercial cosmetics!!" Maybe because I forgot to pay the PayPal Online two days ago, she thought.
"I haven't said anything yet!"
A bang heard on her back door, revealing him… Kevin Smith.
"Surprise?" He smirked.
Surprising indeed, Yuuka was dreaming about smacking her head to the block wall hundred times not to miss him. The blonde guy looked at her from head to toe twice. Yuuka crossed her arm slightly irritated about his appearance and her growling stomach. This is just too absurd.
"You…Didn't change so much, not what I expected." He commented.
Yuuka approached him, gathering her courage to believe if he was before her eyes now. "You too, blonde freak."
He laughed, "I'm relief that you didn't say that you didn't remember me."
I was just about to joke on that. She pulled out a small note book out of nowhere and threw at him. He was surprised and began to flip it somehow. While he getting on to the note book, Yuuka began to say, "You owe me, 105 dates, 89 hugs, 50 kisses and—" she couldn't hold it anymore. "—an endless 'I love you' sentence." She cried.
He looked up at her, when she cried like a little girl who's lost her kite to a strong gust of winds. He smiled weakly and decided to relieve her by embracing her tightly. "I'm sorry."
"Sorry won't stop me from crying, idiot." She circled her hands around his neck while still sobbing hard.
He wrapped her petite body and caressed her hair gently, "I'll make up for that."
She ceased her tears and looked at him in questioned, "It would be long you know."
"That's why I'll be." He kissed her with only a barely touch on her red lips. "I stay with you."
Yuuka nuzzled to his warmth and given the rest burden on him.
"I love you."
--
"What a happy ending…." Yuuna said as tears filled her eyes. She pulled out a quite professional camera from nowhere and began… thwap! "Got it"
"That's bad; she's going to blow your head if you do that." Echizen said, remarking about the camera she was holding. It was belong to Yuuka herself who was now in a romantic air with Kevin. I could imagine that Yuuka-san will choke her.
"Why not?" Yuuna said in amused innocent, "She would be happy that I take a good moment of her." She chuckled.
It's the opposite. "Let's go make some dinner for them." He turned around from their hiding place, which is on the broke-down door that made by Kevin accidentally no other choice and dragged Yuuna on her crook.
As they both ended up in the kitchen, Yuuna asked, "Hey, are you going to be with me?"
Yuuna stirred the soup and answered, "…I'm scared of losing you." She admitted, "First, you're famous in matter of fact, I didn't get to see you except in TV, I know it was a bit selfish, but I just…"
Yuuna felt herself being pushed against the sink and hands guarded her between. "Ryo…" she eyed him amusingly.
"Don't say such stupid things," He said softly and he brushed his fingers along her jaw line and kissed her. Even it was only a touch, Yuuna felt the feelings she doesn't get often from him. As they got apart he embraced her, he whispered, "I couldn't imagine anyone beside you to be with me."
Yuuna just wanted to drop her chin down, but she let out teasing giggles instead, "If most of our friends ever seen you being romantic, they will keel over shock."
Echizen released her and continued to chop things while Yuuna began to look after the soup. I guess, I should be relief, she thought as the weight on her chest had vanished completely. Sorry to doubt you, Ryo.
--
The night went well; Yuuka had taken a view progress and told everyone that her assignment finished in a week. In the mean time, Kevin decided to move to Yuuka's apartment, since he had tournament to begin with. Yuuka had complaining things about the matter, since he jumped to the conclusion too quick, but deep inside, she felt too happy to say it. Yuuna on the other hand, she could be in her happiest moment—when Echizen Ryoma said that he would take her to America for her birthday while Yuuka was taken to another state for Kevin's schedule time.
As the time goes on…
The time that they spent from when they met….
The time when they felt together….
From now and then…
Until the day break come….
They will never going to be apart…
This is how the end, no, the beginning of their lives with their loves one.
-Owari-
10/11/07
The author would like to thank you for your continued support. Your review has been posted. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
2019 Honda Accord Update Info
2019 Honda Accord. It also says the latest rumors that it will be based on the Honda Accord Sprior made at the Beijing Motor Show 2014. It will also have many similarities with those new but with attractive ads on it will definitely attract more attention and more potential buyers. If everything is right we can expect this new model to hit the market at the end of 2018. At the same time let’s read more about it.
The new Honda Accord is here, and while it has a full range of sleek features like a two-mode driving system, a lighter chassis, and an actual size handle (!), What we are extremely excited about are motors. As we heard in the past, the new Honda Accord will lose the V6 for a copy of the C-Type Civic engine and you can get it with a stick. Honda is working on its new project and word around 2019 Honda Accord. This brand new model comes with a lot of changes and upgrades especially for the US which is the primary market.
The physical body line of the enhanced aerodynamics is changed. The front side has brand new body lines with a hood-shaped. We expect the luxurious appearance of cars. The front end of the car will be perfectly located in a brand new bulb brand, plus fog lights and also a really excellent net like a grill design. Fog fog lights will be highlighted and lead to a much more hostile look of the car. For vehicles that have the largest package deal tools We offer dual xenon lights, light bulbs eat active enhance visibility through evening driving. The new 2019 Honda Accord certainly will not change the measurements, but it will definitely be a bigger wheel.
Speaking of the cabin, there will definitely be a magic seat back design that is folding for more room load. So the area helps you bring any kind of items to travel. Because the front and rear passenger chairs are also folding, you can put long products inside. Is much more complete with information and entertainment process, as well as 8 inches of modern touch technology. The conventional compression engine will certainly be distinguished with the inert smart access of the crucible. You could possibly learn a line control system with an electronic camera for ambient tracking for 2019 Honda Accord.
In today’s announcement, the new Honda Accord was revealed to be available with a 1.5-liter or 2.0-liter turbo engine, sharing much lighter than its design with the engine found in the Civic Type R. In 2019 Honda Accord, the engine makes 252 hp and 273 lb-ft. Of 54 hp torque and 22 lb.-ft. Less than in type R 1.5 liters gets the CVT as the standard, while the 2.0-liter gets all new 10-speed automatic. Both engines are also available with a six-speed manual. Want to drive type R? It will cost you a 2.0-liter sports base for $31,185 to start, whether you choose a six-speed manual or the new 10-speed automatic. Moving to the X-L will cost you $32,845, while starting a top-level tour at $36,675. Keep in mind, you can only option a manual and this engine together at the base trim sport.
The authorities did not disclose the price that was launched, but the price is expected to definitely vary from $27,000 to $35,000. It is expected that the 2019 Honda Accord design will certainly attack the market at the end of 2018. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Bison sneak by Golden Eagles
Shawnee, Okla. (January 14, 2010) - The JBU men’s basketball team gave Oklahoma Baptist a good fight on Thursday night in Shawnee, but it wasn’t enough as the men fell 82-76 to the third ranked Bison. With the loss, JBU drops to 12-5 overall and 4-5 in the Sooner Athletic Conference.
Junior Andrius Mikutis led the Golden Eagles with 17 points, followed by junior Sam Bartlett with 16. Senior Davaughn Jackson, who was plagued with foul trouble, was held to 14 points. Freshman Coleson Rakestraw added 13.
For OBU (16-0, 8-0), they got 22 points 10 rebounds and six assists from Nate Brumfield and 21 points from Jerrod Tillmon.
The Bison led by as many as 14 in the first half, but the Golden Eagles managed to cut it to 40-32 before the break.
JBU opened the second period on a 5-0 run to get within three, but OBU responded and pushed it back to an 11 point game with under 12:00 minutes remaining in the game.
JBU could never close the gap from this point, as OBU held an 81-69 lead with under a minute left.
The Golden Eagles managed to score several buckets in the closing seconds to pull within six at the end.
“I told our boys that when you play a team as talented as [OBU], you can’t have breakdowns in your execution,” said head coach Clark Sheehy. “I thought there were several times where we missed assignments and didn’t do some of the things we talked about, and they obviously make you pay.”
For the game, JBU shot 52 percent (29-56) from the floor, but that was overshadowed by an OBU team that torched the net shooting 64 percent (29-45).
JBU also struggled getting to the foul line where they were 12-of-15. OBU, however, managed to knock down 18-of-23 foul shot attempts.
The Golden Eagles return home on Saturday to face St. Gregory’s (Okla.) in SAC play. Game time is set for 4 p.m. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
New - Reverse Your Diabetes Today
ACID vs. ALKALINITY
In chemistry, alkali solutions (pH over 7.0) tend to absorb oxygen, while
acids (pH under 7.0) tend to expel oxygen. For example, a mild alkali can
absorb over 100 times as much oxygen as a mild acid. Therefore, when the body
becomes acidic by dropping below pH 7.0 (note: all body fluids, except for
stomach and urine, are supposed to be mildly alkaline at pH 7.4), oxygen is
driven out of the body thereby, according to Nobel Prize winner Otto Warburg,
inducing cancer. Stomach fluids must remain acidic to digest food and urine
must remain acidic to remove wastes from the body. Blood is the exception.
Blood must always remain at an alkaline pH 7.4 so that it can retain its
oxygen. When adequate mineral consumption is in the diet, the blood is
supplied the crucial minerals required to maintain an alkaline pH of 7.4.
However when insufficient mineral consumption is in the diet, the body is
forced to rob Peter (other body fluids) to pay Paul (the blood). In doing so,
it removes crucial minerals, such as calcium, from the saliva, spinal fluids,
kidneys, liver, etc., in order to maintain the blood at pH 7.4. This causes
the de-mineralized fluids and organs to become acidic and therefore
anaerobic, thus inducing not only cancer, but a host of other degenerative
diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, lupus, etc.. Everyone
knows that the human body is made up of 78% water by weight, and that water
is hydrogen and oxygen gases. When nitrogen gas and carbon in the form of
carbon dioxide and methane gases are added, the total gas in the body by
weight becomes over 95%. Almost half of the remaining 5% that makes up the
human body and controls all biological functions is the mineral calcium. No
other mineral is capable of performing as many biological functions as is
calcium. Calcium is involved in almost every biological function. This
amazing mineral provides the electrical energy for the heart to beat and for
all muscle movement. It is the calcium ion that is responsible for feeding
every cell. It does this by latching on to seven nutrient molecules and one
water molecule and pulls them through the nutrient channel. It then detaches
its load and returns to repeat the process. Another important biological job
for calcium is DNA replication, which is crucial for maintaining youth and a
healthy body. DNA replication is the basis for all body repair and can only
occur on a substrate of calcium.
Thus, low calcium means low body repair and premature aging. As important as
all these and hundreds of other biological functions of calcium are to human
health, none is more important than the job of pH control. Calcium to acid,
is like water to a fire. Calcium quickly destroys oxygen robbing acid in the
body fluids. Thus, the more calcium, the more oxygen, and therefore, the less
cancer and other degenerative disease.
Calcium is the Key
In the 1950s, Dr. Carl Reich M.D. discovered that his patients were able to
cure themselves of almost all degenerative diseases by consuming several
times the RDA of calcium, magnesium, vitamin-D and other nutrients. Dr. Reich
was the first North American doctor to prescribe mega doses of minerals and
vitamins to his patients and is considered by many to be the father of
preventive medicine. By the 1980s Dr. Reich had cured thousands, but lost his
license for explaining that the consumption of mineral nutrients, such as
calcium, could prevent cancer and a host of other diseases. This concept was
considered too simple to accept by the medical wisdom of the day. However, by
the late 1990s, other medical men of wisdom were also discovering that
calcium supplements could indeed reverse cancer.
We Face a Time of New Beginning
In the beginning, the earth's atmosphere was 37% oxygen. Now the atmosphere
is 20% oxygen. Oxygen is essential to metabolize food and create high energy,
and it is also impossible for cancer to exist in an alkaline oxygen-rich
environment.
All people have the right to know the truth and the basics for human life.
God did not create the human body to suffer from cancer, and if we will use
the same methods scientists use, to return the body to its original state, we
will never suffer from this disease. People who know and apply this
information are saving hundreds of thousands of lives annually.
Scientists have simply shown us how to raise the body's alkalinity and oxygen
to eliminate cancer. The method is just a logical and safe way of returning
the body to its original state.
About Me
Hi Folks, My name is Larry Nelson. I'm 67 years old, I live in central
Texas and I'm enjoying my retirement.
In May of 2007 I was diagnosed with cancer in my prostate. I wasn't
real surprised because my mother died from the 3rd battle with cancer.
I was told that, on a scale of 1 to 9, I was rated 7. They said that I
had a very short time to live unless I have my prostate removed and
follow up with Kemo-Therapy.
I tried to explain to the uroligist that I had been studying cancer
treatment on the internet and that I had decidedto go the alterative
route. I had to repeat myself 3 times to get the doctor to acknowledge
my comment. He told me that it wouldn't work.
It is now February of 2012, I don't have cancer problems that I know of.
I have lost friends to the medical treatment of cancer and I had decided
that I wasn't going to go through the HELL that they did before they died.
What I want to accomplish with this blog is...I want to let as many people
know as I can that there is a much better way to deal with cancer. There
is many people like me that have beat cancer with the alternative approach
to beating cancer. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Health SES - Texas Medical Center Walking Tour
Health SES - Texas Medical Center Walking Tour
The Texas Medical Center is the largest medical center in the world. Equivalent to the 12th largest business district in the United States, TMC has 45.5 million square feet of patient care, education, and research space. 160,000 individuals visit the Texas Medical Center each day with 7.1 million patients treated annually. The 1000+ acres is approximately the size of Chicago inside the "Loop" with 162 buildings on the main campus alone. Join our ArCH docents on this introductory architectural tour of Houston's own modern marvel of medicine. Sites on our tour include Baylor College of Medicine, the new Texas Children's Hospital Maternity Center with an interior tour of the elliptical bridge across Fannin, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Methodist Research Center, and a short ride on Houston's Metro Rail.
Meet in the ground floor lobby of the John P McGovern Commons Building – building with water wall -6550 Bertner Ave, 77030. Texas Medical Center Entrance 4.
$10 parking available in the TMC Commons parking garage.
2.0 Learning Units (Walking Tour)
All AIA Members will be reported
All Non Members will receive certificates
Online Registration Form
Registrant Information
First Name
Last Name
Title optional
Email
Phone Number
Company optional
Address 1
Address 2 optional
City
State
Zip Code
Additional Questions
If you are an AIA Member and would like CE credit, please enter your AIA Number here. Thank you. optional | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Most IT Admins Suffer From Work-Related Stress
Does it seem like your IT administrators are on edge all the time these days? You're not imagining things. Most IT admins say they're feeling overwhelmed by stress, and are paying the price in their professional and personal lives—even at the risk of their health, according to a recent survey from GFI Software. This could result in staffing concerns for you: More than one-half of IT admins are considering leaving their job due to workplace stress. And, unfortunately, a fair share of the dissatisfaction is being attributed to CIOs and management, findings show. "It's concerning that more than half are still stressed to the point that they are actively considering leaving their current role," says Phil Bousfield, general manager of IT operations at GFI Software. "The research is a stark reminder that IT staffers need to be supported and given the right resources to do their job efficiently—and that management must be an enabler, not an obstacle for IT progress." More than 200 U.S. IT administrators participated in the research.
9 of 10
Spilled Drinks A number of IT admins say they get stressed when users spill drinks on their machines, call for a fix, and then say they never spilled anything. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Social Worker, Child Protection Assessment
Social Worker, Child Protection Assessment
Job reference:
170717JGSG4
Croydon
To be confirmed
Contract
Social Worker
Description
This vacancy has now expired.
Social Worker, Child Protection Assessment
Sanctuary Social Care is currently looking for an experienced and dedicated social worker to work full time within a child protection assessment team based in Croydon. The ideal candidate will possess highly developed specialist knowledge of social work practice in children's services and be registered with the HCPC.
The pay rate for this locum social worker job is to be confirmed and is an initial 3 month contract.
Responsibilities of the social worker: - Undertaking parenting and risk assessments - Providing supervision when required- Organising and managing care plans- Chairing children in need meeting
Requirements of the social worker: - Degree or equivalent in social work- Current HCPC registration- Significant senior level frontline experience with children's services
Contact: This social worker job is advertised by Scott Gower; if you are interested in this position please click below to apply now.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements.
Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting us. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Republican presidential primary candidate Jon Huntsman continues to build momentum in New Hampshire. Huntsman, speaking to primary voters outside the BeanTowne coffee shop in Hampstead, acknowledged that he ‘s the underdog in the nation’s first primary, but noted that the campaign is gaining energy and moving in an unanticipated direction.
The American University School of Communication Graduate Program in Journalism works to prepare students for the realities of today's news and information space and the challenges of tomorrow. Find out more by visiting us online at soc.american.edu | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
“So we got you on camera yesterday at Ralph’s for $212, so just know that the cops are coming up here,” she said. “They recorded your ass and everything.” She’d also informed Starbucks corporate and said the girl would lose her job.
The clearly freaked-out employee could only stand there and nod for a few seconds, before she starts repeating that she was sorry and begging Martinez not to press charges.
At one point she said, “I am a good child, I swear, I go to school, I play soccer,” but her accuser wasn’t having it.
Martinez told the Daily Mail that she was unable to pay her rent because of the theft, so you can understand why she was pissed off.
What’s Trending host Paula Rhodes has more on the people who feel kinda bad for the girl and other people who think she’s getting exactly what’s coming to her. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
In this Criminal Minds DVD, a crack team of FBI profilers flies from Quantico to the focal point of the criminal activity of various serial killers, to investigate the evidence on the crime scenes, compose a profile and try to prevent the next fatal strike. Top brain is the academic Jason Gideon, his more by-the-book operational right hand Aaron "Hotch" Hotchner; the still juvenile Dr. Spencer Reid is an erudite on everything except real life, Penelope Garcia a brilliant computer whiz who gets access to any database etc. As they are mobile, cooperation with local police and FBI agents is important but often poses jurisdictional and other problems, as do some witnesses and suspects.Criminal Minds Seasons 1-4 DVD is an American police procedural drama that premiered September 22, 2005, on CBS. The series follows a team of profilers from the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) based in Quantico, Virginia. The BAU is part of the FBI National Center for the Analysis of Violent Crime.
Write a Review
Tell us what you think about this DVD Boxed Set, share your opinion with other people who Buy DVD Boxed Set from our website.
Customers Also Bought
High Quality DVD Box Sets
YWhen you buy Boxed Sets DVDs from us, you can always be sure that all of the DVD box sets are brand new, absolutely no used DVDs. We offer you a wide-selection of consumer lectronic products - all carefully selected with quality in mind. This is your best opportunity to buy HD DVDS at cheapest prices.
Cheapest DVDs & Box Sets
More and more people are buying DVD box sets online, for they are very inexpensive. Collectcheapdvd.com offers you competitive discount prices on all Dvd box sets you find in our online shopping store. It is so easy to get your favourite DVDs at cheap prices. Start shopping now.
Faster & Safer Shipping Worldwide
We partner with most of the worldwide leading shipping providers such as DHL TNT UPS EMS to provide faster international shipping service. We ship to over 200 Countries Worldwide including USA, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Australia, New Zealand and other Europe Union countries. So you will be able to get DVD box sets what you want much faster, and absolutely No Worries! | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Mike’s 2008 Year List
Why keep a year list?
I’m aware that some birders scorn the obsessive tabulation and parsing of bird sightings based on geography, chronology, or taxonomy. If I’ve already seen a Vermilion Flycatcher in Central America, some of you may ask, why should it matter if I have or haven’t seen one somewhere in North America as long as it isn’t Mexico, the Caribbean, or the Pacific Islands (the ABA area)? Good question indeed, the answer to which would only make sense to a lister. And a lister is what I am. I don’t tally types of cars or hot sauces I’ve sampled. I don’t collect autographs, stamps, or Hummel figurines. What I like to do is see birds and record the sightings. While the object of my observation is paramount in the equation, on one level, the desire to list further propels the passion. In short, if I wasn’t listing, I wouldn’t see as many species. I also wouldn’t know what I’ve seen since some of these beauties have crossed my path only briefly, ships passing in the night, one flying, the other anxiously craning his neck for a better look.
So there it is… I love listing. Here’s my 2008 year list (life birds in CAPS, heard only in italics): | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Interview: Felix Baumgartner of Urwerk
It was my pleasure to spend time with Felix Baumgartner of Urwerk. Felix has steered his company from small beginnings in the mid 1990’s, through the early days of the explosion of independent watchmaking and has created a niche specializing in novel displays of time. But despite the modern aesthetics in Urwerk watches you will find the ideas and execution deeply rooted in traditional horology. Felix speaks eloquently and with great passion about his work and I promise you will enjoy this discussion very much.
Felix began the discussion at the best place … with the watches. We passed some classic Urwerk pieces back and forth and he shared their stories:
“The 103 was introduced in 2003 and the 202 was introduced in 2008. What you see is an evolution from a manual wind watch to an automatic watch to a turbine which you can regulate."
"We continued to develop the interaction between the watch and the wearer. The 110 was introduced in 2010, coming with the revolving three planetary gears showing the time on the right. You don't have to turn your wrist to read the time."
"Now the latest piece released in 2012 is the 210 which continues the '200 family'.”
I asked Felix if he felt more constrained with his design because he had been evolving the same idea for more than 15 years.
“Over the last 15 years we have followed a consistent design with the revolving satellites. We do this because it is a very simple and intelligent alternative way to tell the time. With one glance you see the hour, as well as the minutes, displayed. This idea came from time spent with my father. He was restoring clocks and I saw a clock without hands: the 1652 Companus Brothers clock which was designed to read the time at night.
I finished Watchmaking School in the 1990's. At this time all the complicated watches were very traditional with multiple hands to display different aspects of time. This was a period when Franck Muller was making the most complicated pieces with multiple hands. We had to stop and find another approach, with new values; we wanted to follow a different path. My grandfather worked with IWC and my father restored clocks and I wanted something to keep me going for another 40 years!
I started working with Martin Frei, which in English means Free and he is truly free. He creates movies, conceptual art and architecture and he brought new, free ideas to watchmaking. He provided me with the possibilities to go in new directions.
In the beginning people did not understand what we were trying to do. But we kept with our vision and were sure that one day people would start to respect and appreciate what we were creating. We persisted and then in 2003 we released the 103 and people’s eyes were opened. The control board on the rear was a new idea for wristwatches with the ability to control the watch from the outside, although the original idea was used on clocks and pocket watches and is actually a very old idea.
We try to create a relationship between the owner and his watch: manual winding, fine tuning, automatic winding sensitivity.”
I asked Felix to explain the adjustment to the automatic winding sensitivity.
“Buffer automatic winding is simple. There is a classic uni-directional winding rotor in a kind of heavy tungsten. When the rotor does one turn the turbines do six turns. The turbines are regulating winding just as the regulator of a minute repeater controls the speed. When the chamber is open the air can move through and there is virtually no brake. When the holes are closed it creates a brake and slows down the rotation by 20%. Visually it provides a lot of movement.”
I was interested to understand the collaborative process and relationship between Felix and Martin …
“I was trained as a watchmaker. I decide mostly on the mechanical and functional side. Martin is the designer-artist, but I also contribute to the design and sometimes Martin contributes to the mechanics. It is a true collaboration. The technical ideas come from my side and we ping-pong ideas back and forth. Eventually we are both happy. And then we pass our ideas to the engineers.
Then Dominic and Cyrano (whom I met in watchmaking school 20 years ago) develop the computer drawings. Then these go to our Atelier in Zurich where we start to fashion parts on our CNC machines. We have the ability to make most of our parts today as well as the dials.
The only parts we get from specialist outside suppliers are screws and rubies but the cylindrical hairspring (spiral) we worked with a company to develop for us. A cylindrical hairspring is always balanced.
We have a team of 15 people producing 150 watches per year. We have kept this number static for the last 6 years. This is the right balance to pay back our investments, to invest in the future, but not to have a company structure which is too big. It is actually a challenge to keep the company at this size because everyone around us wants more. But I impose this because between creation, innovation, sales and cash flow this is the right balance. Many companies feel they need to grow for financial reasons, but we are happy.
In Geneva we do assembly and communication. Zurich is concept, construction and machining. I spend a lot of time travelling between the two, but my family is in Geneva.”
Do you feel the pressure of deadlines and how do you approach the watch fairs?
“After 15 years you develop a certain rhythm. We do use the watch fairs, not so much to launch a new product, but to have a goal for the whole team. We could play our ping-pong game forever [laughing], but the fairs allow us to finish the game at a point when we are reasonably happy. At a certain moment someone has to say: “let's do it” and I say to the team "Basel is coming!" and that focuses everyone on that goal.”
The satellite display of time has been a focus of Urwerk for 15 years. Can you take this design further?
"We have done it only for 15 years! Other companies have been making tourbillons for 200 years! [laughing] This is something we like and we always think we can push it further and adapt it to what is technically possible today. So we continue to slowly evolve. We now have 4 different models in our lineup. [There was a fifth one in the very beginning in the 101] So every 2 to 3 years we introduce a new satellite watch. And in between we come up with other crazy designs. We have done the Cobra (the CC-1), which is also a new development. In another year we will come out with a new approach to watchmaking, not a different display of time telling. We see the possibilities offered in the mechanics and techniques of time telling.”
You have had some famous collaborations over the years, such as the Opus 5. Is this something that you plan do more of?
“This is something that either comes up or not. I am open for collaborations with others but I don't go searching. We have enough to do. In 2001 we did the Goldpfeil, in 2005 the Opus 5 and now the Nitro (C3H5N3O9) with MB&F."
"Max (Busser) and I met through the 103. He was quite impressed with it and we have continued the relationship since 2003. We haven't collaborated on an actual MB&F Machine, but we did the Nitro with Max: MB&F made the case and we designed the movement, the mechanical side. It was a great exchange between the two of us because we respect each other. Working with a different team is very inspiring for all of us as it makes us think outside our usual experiences.”
I asked about the fine adjustment on the escapement that is available to the owner …
“The adjustment on the escapement is plus or minus 30 to 50 seconds. This complication is 'idiot-proofed' so you can't do any damage. Even the winding has a slipping spring that allows you to continue to wind the watch without doing damage. This is important because the crown is so large that you could generate great winding torque. And you know when the watch is fully wound by the PR display.”
The complex cases and sapphires were difficult to create in the early days. Have manufacturing techniques made things easier today?
“It is still more complicated than a round case but it is really just a case of finding the right people to work with. The main challenge in Urwerk watches is the design and construction of the movement. For example the minute hand has a clearance from the sapphire of only 0.1mm.
This is the 210 prototype on my wrist. We have just delivered 8 pieces. When you turn the crown you have the cylindrical spiral in the centre with a perfectly balanced aluminium cage.” [I will return to the 201 in a separate post as Felix describes the watch, its design and complications in his own words.]
You were there at the beginning of the Internet, how has it contributed to your company?
“Today it is easier to accept our products because we have our own established niche, but we still have to explain our ideas to our potential customers.
The Internet and watch forums have been extremely important in reaching people. We obviously need each other. The forums would not exist without the watchmakers. This is a very good synergistic situation. In the beginning of Urwerk there was no Internet for us. It was tough in those days.”
How did you try to sell your watches in those early days?
“We set up at Basel and exhibited along with the AHCI. Before Vianney Halter and Francois-Paul Journe I was a member of the Academy. It started slowly, we made no salary. You had to believe in what you were doing. I worked for Vacheron Constantin at the time to make money and invested everything into Urwerk. For the first 7 years we made no money and just invested in the company.”
What advice would you give to a watchmaker wanting to start his own company today?
“I would say first try to learn and understand the basics and the tradition, followed by the complications and the quality. Then look at today's possibilities with materials and machining. Then use the best of both worlds: the modern and the traditional, and do it in a passionate and honest way, wanting to go further in watchmaking and not wanting to profit out of the company.”
I asked about servicing as it is often an area that small companies struggle with …
“We have a stable volume of watches coming in for service: between 50 and 60 watches per year. Each watchmaker is responsible for the service of their own watches, both in and outside the warranty period. And if one watchmaker leaves, his replacement will take over both the position and the portfolio of watches. For three months they work together and handover their knowledge and pieces. And when a watch comes back, like the 103, we update it with the newer modifications. The minimum service time is 2 months and maximum is 3 months. Service cost is approximately CHF500-1000 which includes case refinishing. Straps are extra to the cost, and usually need replacing. We don't need to make a profit on it but we cover our costs and time.”
What are the long term plans for the company?
“The plan is to maintain our volume and to continue innovation. Even moving more to in-house production. We will continue the revolving satellite system and will also develop crazy and different watches. We want to keep this balance.
The company is very stable. During the peak of the world economic crisis in 2007-08 it was difficult for 6 months. This was even more noticeable after the euphoria that preceded that period, but we have set up the company in a very balanced way and we are very stable and strong.”
Do you have external financial backers?
“We have no external backers and just finance ourselves. This took some years.”
I was interested to understand the balance between traditional horology and modern production.
“We use a lot of ARCAP (a copper nickel alloy) that is more stable than brass to machine. We also use a lot of titanium which is light. Much of our movement requires lightness and strength. But mostly we use traditional materials.
We have CNC machines. But while most of the watch industry uses CNC for quantity, we don't use it this way. We use it for the creation of three-dimensional parts and for the precision it provides. Some of these parts are impossible to do with traditional manual machines. The finishing and assembling, however, is manual and traditional.
Nearly everything comes from the past: the fine tuning on the 103 comes from ideas of an A.L. Breguet pocket watch, the time indication comes from Campanus night clock, the telescopic minute hand idea I also adapted from an old clock so the ideas are from history. The 3 planetary gears around the fixed centre wheel is actually from the tourbillon concept.”
Why has there been an increasing interest in watches in the last decade or so?
“Today we are surrounded by machines such as computers, but you don't really know what is going on in a computer. With a mechanical watch you can see and understand its function. Contemporary watchmaking opens up traditions to a new generation. Modern watchmaking brings new materials and techniques as well which adds new interest.”
What are your main markets?
“We are not looking for new markets such as China. But we do go where there is interest in our products. Our established markets and distribution means that we can be very comfortable with our work and production.”
I hope you enjoyed this insight into Urwerk and the world of Felix Baumgartner. Felix was incredibly open and enthusiastic about his work and I hope that shone through in the discussion.
Andrew
[My thanks to The Hour Glass, Sydney, who brought Felix to Australia to meet with local collectors.]
- >> Ok guys, lets sit down. I was really surprised by this. It blew me over. I have not been a real fan of the recent MB&F pieces. They just didn't talk to me like the early ones did. And this HM6 didn't look in the press releases I saw, like it was any different. But then I saw it in the metal and stra... Read more..Author: DonCorson
(7)
Latest Reply: Fri, Mar 27, 2015
- >> Even the best things have an end: HM3 bows out with its latest variant, the Magawind Final Edition. It is not a trivial event for MB & F because over the years, the HM3 had become the most representative watch of the brand and at the same time the most favorable to undergo changes and transformation... Read more..Author: foversta
(2)
Latest Reply: Thu, Mar 12, 2015
- >> Many of the great masters were considered monoliths of excellence, being always there and this since ages, and they were thought to stay forever. But then, somewhere deep inside they share features with us mere mortals, and one of them is called: retirement age ! Earlier this year, Master Watchmaker... Read more..Author: Ornatus-Mundi
(19)
Latest Reply: Sun, Mar 08, 2015
- >> The holding of the SIHH gives the opportunity to many independent brands to organize presentations in Geneva hotels to take advantage of the presence of retailers and journalists from around the world. These presentations allow them to unveil the first trends of the year and at the end to welcome in... Read more..Author: foversta
(10)
Latest Reply: Tue, Feb 24, 2015
- >> Urwerk at the Geneva Watch Week 2015 Urwerk showed us 3 new variations of existing designs. The UR-110 "Eastwood" with hardwood bezels are very original. Somehow the watches exude a sense of calm from this organic cover they are wearing. The woods can really be seen and appreciated as the UR-110 bes... Read more..Author: DonCorson
(10)
Latest Reply: Sat, Jan 31, 2015
- >> The Christophe Claret Aventicum Watch In Roman times the capital city of the area that now comprises Switzerland was Aventicum. Although it was the capital for over 300 years Aventicum is the small town now known as Avenches in the French part of Switzerland. The Romans left an amphitheatre, that is... Read more..Author: DonCorson
(5)
Latest Reply: Sun, Jan 18, 2015
- >> In a world where luxury is increasingly mass-produced, our mission is to help extraordinary artists that, on their own, are reinventing the future of watchmaking. F.P. Journe and the Acadmie Horlogre des Crateurs Indpendants have partnered to launch the Young Talent Competition and offer watchma... Read more..Author: small-luxury-world
(2)
Latest Reply: Tue, Jan 13, 2015
- >> A few days before SalonQP, a few privileged people including myself received a special invitation from Urwerk. An appointment on a Friday morning, during the Fair ... not around the Saatchi Gallery, but in the workshop of the famous British designer Timothy Everest located a few steps from Liverpool... Read more..Author: foversta
(13)
Latest Reply: Sun, Dec 21, 2014 | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
A film about Durham Miners' Gala which will be released this week with premiere screenings at three North East cinemas
The Big Meeting will premiere on Friday September 6 at Tyneside Cinema , Newcastle; Gala Cinema, Durham; and South Shields' Customs House.
For the documentary, film makers were given unprecedented access to the 2018 Durham Miners' Gala , and interviewed the likes of Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn and Labour MP Dennis Skinner.
The feature length film follows four people during the July Gala, and aims to reflect the 'past, present and future of the Gala and labour movement'.
Director Daniel Draper first visited the Gala in 2016, and filmed at the Gala for his documentary on Mr Skinner, 2017's Nature of the Beast.
Crowds watching the marching bands at the 2019 Miners gala in Durham city (Image: Newcastle Chronicle)
Daniel said: “Visiting and filming the Gala in 2016, I was exposed to the colour, noise and environment for the first time.
"It’s something I’ve struggled to articulate into words to people ever since. I don’t think words can do justice to such an occasion.
"I feel like the Gala is a living and breathing organism: something not static but immovable - a celebration of working-class life not just today but almost as if it takes place in the past and future simultaneously. "
He added: "I suppose this film is an elaborate explanation of something wonderful and beyond words."
Daniel and the Shut Out the Light film company returned to the Miners' Hall, Redhills, to premiere Nature of the Beast in 2017.
They approached the Durham Miners' Association to ask about making the documentary about the Gala. Durham Miners agreed and offered full behind the scenes access to the Gala. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
LexisNexis® is now the exclusive third party online distributor of the broad collection of current and archived versions of ALM's legal news publications. LexisNexis® customers will be able to access and use ALM's content by subscribing to the LexisNexis® services via lexis.com® and Nexis®. This includes content from The National Law Journal®, The American Lawyer®, Law Technology News®, The New York Law Journal® and Corporate Counsel®, as well as ALM's other newspapers, directories, legal treatises, published and unpublished court opinions, and other sources of legal information.
ALM's content plays a significant role in your work and research, and now through this alliance LexisNexis® will bring you access to an even more comprehensive collection of legal content.
While courts are becoming more accepting of predictive coding as a concept, its use on a given matter is still subject to legal, procedural, technical, and strategic hurdles. As repeated surveys have demonstrated, predictive coding is still rarely used for "predictive coding". The uncertainty and risk associated with the preseent immaturity of predictive coding methodologies have kept this technology largely limited to filtering and QC.
The potential challenges to the use of predictive coding on a given case are both lengthy and substantive. As someone who has worked to encourage the adoption of advanced decision analytics and optimization in other industries, I‘ve found that acknowledging technical and procedural issues and addressing them directly through methodology is the best approach to accelerate its acceptance. To imply that predictive coding is "mainstream" or applicable to cases involving as few as 10,000 documents leads to unsustainable expectations and industry backlash.
not available
Feb 27, 2014
What exactly are judges becoming "savvy" about? There is no mention of judges sitting with programmers or developers. They are just becoming more accepting. I recently sat in a discussion where a judge described how decisions had been made regarding predictive coding thresholds in one of his cases soley using F1, then one of the statisticians that developed F1 told him they had used it incorrectly. Does that sound like "savvy"? | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Saturday, 23 March 2013
We all know that the Swiss enjoy their beautiful snow covered mountain tops and sunny green valleys - almost as much as some of the world's richest people enjoy having a Swiss bank account. And who would not want to protect the unique Swiss landscape and scenery? However, the latest action by the Swiss Young Greens party (Die Jungen Grünen Schweiz) could perhaps be considered to be a bit over the (alp)top.The Jungen Grünen are now busy collection signatures for a petition asking the Swiss government to start working for the Swiss climate to be put on the list of UNESCO World Heritage natural sites!The World Heritage listing would, according to the Swiss greenies, make it easier to save the Swiss climate for "our children" and to fight the threat of global warming. It is well known that UNESCO - like many of the other UN organizations - is now safely in the hands of the leftist global warming alarmist crowd, which is why we may very well see the Swiss climate on the World Heritage list in the not too distant future. After that victory, the next project for the Jungen Grünen will probably be to start collecting names for the Swiss Cuckoo Clock to be put on the UN List of Endangered Species. (image by antiqueprints.com
Friday, 22 March 2013
Former tory minister Ann Widdecombe, who retired from politics a couple of years ago, has always been one of my favorite British politicians. She is a feisty lady with strongly held opinions, which she never is afraid of expressing. Her credentials are rock solid e.g. with regard to global warming:WHAT do Peter Lilley, Andrew Tyrie, Philip Davies Christopher Chope and I have in common?We were the only MPs to vote against the 2008 Climate Change Bill, which is to say we had by then considered all the evidence and found it wanting.
For years we have endured insults.
Behind the scenes Fiona Bruce, normally the most courteous of broadcasters, called me a “flat-earther” to my face.
Others branded us “deniers” as if we were disputing the holocaust. The Al Gore film was accorded the status of Holy Writ. David Bellamy lost his job. Doubting scientists were scorned.
Nigel Lawson found it difficult to get his book An Appeal To Reason published.In short there was an orthodoxy which was enforced with all the rigour of communism or fascism or, for that matter, the Spanish Inquisition. Dissenters must not be heard and global warming became a religion.
Well the dissenters have now been proved right.
Heaven knows how many billions of pounds later the world is now being told that actually the warming is so far off predictions that all bets are off and indeed the world’s temperature is static or falling.
So all those wind farms were in vain, as were all those expensive carbon-saving measures inflicted on industry and passed on in costs to you and me.
If I could tell that from the published Hadley Centre figures, the scientists must have known for years yet only now do they admit it. Why?
Heaven forbid that it should be because of all that money tied up in their research.
It is time to say bye, bye to another major solar energy business. This time it is the German engineering giant Bosch, which is throwing in the towel: German engineering company Bosch said Friday that it is abandoning its solar energy business, because there is no way to make it economically viable amid overcapacity and huge price pressure in the industry.
The solar power industry has been hit by falling subsidies, weaker sales and increasingly stiff price competition, especially by Chinese manufacturers. Robert Bosch GmbH's move came after German industrial conglomerate Siemens announced last October that it would give up its loss-making solar business.
Bosch said that it will stop making products such as solar cells, wafers and modules at the beginning of next year. It will sell a plant in Venissieux, France, and is abandoning a plan to build a new plant in Malaysia.
The solar energy division, which employs about 3,000 people, lost around 1 billion euros ($1.3 billion) last year. The company said that, despite efforts to reduce manufacturing costs, it was unable to offset a drop in prices of as much as 40 percent.
Earlier this week, Suntech Power, the world's largest producer of solar panels, began bankruptcy proceedings.
Xi Jinping, the authoritarian communist apparatchik, who recently was "elected" President of China, is today due to meet his colleague, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, in Moscow.
Although Xi is expected to sign a number of economic agreements during his visit, it is highly unlikely that Putin will be able to convince the Chinese to buy overpriced Russian gas:It seemed unlikely that the visit would resolve an impasse over an ambitious deal that would see Russia deliver 68 billion cubic meters of gas to China annually for 30 years, an amount equal to about half of what Gazprom exported outside the former Soviet Union last year. China has rejected the offering price as too high, and the two governments now set a new deadline for the end of the year to reach an agreement.
However, ahead of Xi's visit, Putin seems eager to point out that the two empires share a common interest in protecting criminal and corrupt dictators and authoritarians worldwide:Ahead of a visit by China's new president, Russian President Vladimir Putin says the Moscow-Beijing partnership is aiding global security and helping create a fairer world order.He added that Russia and China have set an example of a "balanced and pragmatic approach" to international crises — an apparent reference to their lockstep opposition to U.N. sanctions against Syrian President Bashar Assad's regime.
On a more personal level, Putinand Xi also will have a chance to share their views about matters of common interest: Putin:"here’s the Russian President Vladimir V. Putin who is rumored to be among the world’s wealthiest men, with a fortune worth tens of billions, which he of course denies. Born in a middle class Soviet family, Putin who also once compared ruling Russia to being a ‘galley slave’ reportedly lives a ‘king-size’ lifestyle with access to Presidential perks including four grand yachts, 20 homes with opulent fittings, 58 aircrafts with one Russian-made Ilyushin Presidential jet with a $75,000 toilet, not to forget Putin’s ultra-expensive watch collection worth $700,000."
"As Xi climbed the Communist Party ranks, his extended family expanded their business interests to include minerals, real estate and mobile-phone equipment, according to public documents compiled by Bloomberg.
Those interests include investments in companies with total assets of $376 million; an 18 percent indirect stake in a rare- earths company with $1.73 billion in assets; and a $20.2 million holding in a publicly traded technology company."
In an interview given before the visit to Moscow, Xi wanted to impress his hosts by giving the impression that he is a great friend of Russian culture:In a potential boost to bilateral ties, Xi told the Russian state newspaper that classic Russian literature, including the works of Pushkin, Lermontov and Tolstoy, "deeply influenced" him in his youth.
Here Xi must have been seriously misinformed by his underlings. They should have known that Putin probably never has read a book by any of the above mentioned authors.
If one is to believe Putin's personal website, the dictator does not have any literary interests - he is mainly interested in the martial arts:Vladimir Putin firmly believes that martial arts teach such knowledge, abilities and skills that every politician needs, among them the ability "to see the opponent’s strengths and weaknesses".
Thursday, 21 March 2013
A site called Clean Technica brings us this piece of news:Government agencies in Washington, D.C. will soon be powered 100% by renewable energy, according to a recent press release. Wind energy, provided by a Washington Gas Energy Services owned wind farm in Northern Virginia, will provide all of the electricity needs for the district’s government agencies
If this is true, there will be a lot of extremely cold or alternatively hot days in the numerous D.C. government offices, because when the wind does not blow in Northern Virginia, the poor government bureaucrats will have to manage either without heating or air conditioning. People working in buildings which possibly use oil, gas or coal for heating and air conditioning, will have many opportunities to practice Earth Hour activities, because there will be no lights on days without North Virginian wind.
Wednesday, 20 March 2013
Wolfgang Schäuble, German finance minister, last night said that “nobody other than Cyprus is to blame for this” (the Cyprus bailout mess)
“Cyprus is living with a banking sector with low taxes and favourable laws that is completely overdrawn and that makes Cyprus bankrupt. This business model is not sustainable.”
Schäuble is, of course, right. But what he "forgot" to mention, is that without the euro, neither he, nor any of his other eurogroup colleagues would have the slightest reason to worry about massive bailout packages and possible repercussions on the eurozone financial markets.
Tuesday, 19 March 2013
In 2009 the relatively little-known British Labour politician Catherine Ashton, Baroness Ashton of Upholland, decided to sacrifice of her personal interests for the sake of her party, country and the entire Europe; Although the Baroness had no experience or grasp of diplomacy, she finally agreed to take the job of High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy for the European Union. It is of course possible that the Baroness's annual pay package of $538,000 - which made her the world's best paid female politician, with a better salary than e.g. U.S. President Obama and German chancellor Angela Merkel - made it just a little bit easier to make the sacrifice. Now, when Baroness's External Action Service has come under attack from all sides, she has decided to step down next year, noting that she is tired of all the first class and private jet travel that comes with the job: "It's quite hard and there's a lot of travel and a lot of sitting on planes". It is of course possible that the "golden goodbye" type of retirement package she can look forward to makes it just a little bit easier to adjust to a life in retirement. There is yet no information about the value of the package, but at least it cannot be smaller than the modest retirement benefits given to the commissioners, who stepped down a few years ago:Open Europe has calculated that the 13 outgoing EU Commissioners have cost taxpayer €2.7 million each.
Each one will walk away with an average of €1.3 million in ‘golden goodbyes’ alone. The total bill in ‘golden goodbyes’, including pensions, for those leaving is more than €16.6 million.
Through earnings and pay-offs, the 13 Commissioners will walk away with a total of more than €35.6 million, or €2.7 million each. Their pensions alone are expected to be worth a combined total of more than €11.6 million over their lifetimes (Assuming an average life expectancy of 16.7 years from the age of 65.)
Each Commissioner stepping down is entitled to a ‘resettlement allowance’ of a month’s salary (€19,910 or €22,122 for Vice Presidents), irrespective of how long they have served; a ‘transition allowance’ paid for 3 years worth between 40 and 65 percent of their final salary (this is a minimum of €286,703 but can rise to as much as €438,017 for a long-serving Vice-President); as well as a generous pension worth at least €51,069 a year from the age of 65, for those serving for five years.Read the entire article hereThe Baroness also has spoken about her achievements: Ashton said her main legacy will be the creation of the European External Action Service as an institution.However, not even this impressive legacy is universally admired. It is reported that there are ungrateful people, who think that the EEAS is in reality a costly anb useless network of "embassies" (delegations) led by overpaid EU "ambassadors" in such world centers as e.g. Suva (Fiji), Port Moresby (Papua New Guinea), Dili (Timor-Leste), Bujumbura (Burundi), Praia (Cape Verde),Port-au-Prince (Haiti) and Dushanbe (Tajikistan). Not even the usually so friendly members of the European Parliament have learned to love the Baroness's legacy. As late as today the European Parliament’s Budgetary Control committee adopted a less than salutary report:
Czarnecki: EU External Action Service must cease breaching the rules
In the report on the EEAS, the committee expresses its deep concern regarding non-compliance with the rules that has led to incorrect payments to staff members, legal uncertainty for temporary staff, a failure to respect the Financial Regulation, unrecovered VAT, and a breach of procurement rules. “What we need is more transparency in terms of the EEAS’s structure and expenditure. The EEAS must do better”, said Czarnecki (ECR, Poland Law and Justice).
It's an ungrateful world. Anyway, best wishes for a very happy flightless retirement, dear Baroness!
You cannot blame Vladimir Putin for neglecting his friends. Bloomberg tells us that the dictator's boyhood friend and former judo partner Arkady Rotenberg's companies have been awarded 227 billion rubles ($7.4 billion) of contracts for the 2014 Sochi Winter Games. That is more than the entire budget for the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, although it represents only about 15% of the estimate for the Sochi events. This is how an expert rates the most expensive - and probably also most corrupt - winter Olympics ever:
“This is a monumental waste of public money,” Stefan Szymanski, a sports economist at the University of Michigan who tracks Olympic spending, said by phone from Ann Arbor. “A small number of people at the top have control of resources and there is no accountability.”
Rotenberg, 61, is among a handful of men Putin has known since childhood or from his days in the KGB or St. Petersburg government who’ve amassed riches and power during his 13-year rule. Their fortunes have come at times at the expense of men who flourished under his predecessor, Boris Yeltsin, and the consequences of the differing wealth pedigrees are on display in Putin’s $50 billion push to prepare Russia for its first Winter Games. The country is considered the most corrupt of the Group of 20 economies by Berlin-based Transparency International. --
Monday, 18 March 2013
Goodbye to the program to put 1 million electric cars on German roads by 2020!
Germany is finally waking up to reality: Angela Merkel is forced to cancel key climate change programs:As prices for carbon emission continue to languis, Berlin is planning to cancel some key subsidy programs aimed at increasing reliance on renewable energies. Germany and other European countries seem uninterested in fixing the problem. In response, SPIEGEL has learned the Environment Ministry is set to cancel several flagship subsidy programs this month -- programs that were to be key elements of Germany's transition away from fossil fuels and towards complete reliance on renewables.
By the end of the month, Environment Minister Peter Altmaier, a member of Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservative Christian Democrats, is set to cut the program aimed at promoting electric cars, a fund for research and development of energy storage technologies and a third program focused on protecting and expanding forestland in Germany as a way to absorb more CO2 out of the atmosphere. In April, further programs are on the chopping block, according to an internal ministry document seen by SPIEGEL. In total, 14 programs or one-time measures are affected. --
The endangered program for "electro-mobility," for example, was to put 1 million electric cars on German roads by 2020, a project that was to receive €1 billion between May 2011 and this autumn. Meanwhile, the fund for research into energy storage technologies promised the development of facilities in Germany to store energy created by wind turbines and solar panels to even out production fluctuations. The construction of such facilities is a key to becoming more reliant on unpredictable renewable energies. --
The funding shortage currently faced by the Merkel government is massive. The budget for 2014 includes €2 billion for the Energy and Climate Fund to be generated via the sale and trade of CO2 emissions certificates. But the calculation originally assumed a price of €17 euro per ton. Real emissions prices, however, have been well below that for months and are currently trading below €4 per ton. A paper presented to Merkel's cabinet last week by the Finance Ministry predicted a €1.1 billion shortfall.
One thing is certain: Other European Union countries will soon follow the leader, and we will see a massive and most welcome return to reality in Europe - and hopefully also elsewhere.
Representatives for the only group of people worldwide actually benefiting from the Earth Hour,are reportedly busy with the final planning and preparations for their 2013 Earth Hour activities. The Earth Hour organizers and their followers in the western MSM have chosen not to report on these activities, but the police director inDavao in the Philippines volunteered this:
"Even when the lights are on at home these robbers still manage to do their thing. How much more if the lights are off"De la Rosa also appealed to residents to avoid wearing jewelries, or bringing valuable stuffs outside their house if it is unnecessary so as not to attract the attention of criminal elements.
De la Rosa reminded everyone on the danger of attracting thieves during the Earth Hour, citing previous cases of robbery, theft and burglary victimizing unattended houses where the inhabitants are all busy with their personal schedules.
“Earth Hour +”, the 60-minute world-wide observance of cutting down on fossil fuel use, has become a tradition of sorts for inmates of the Baguio city jail.
As cities around the world prepare to plunge in darkness for at least an hour beginning 8:30 p.m. of March 23, the prisoners and their guards plan to switch off an hour earlier to keep their four-year record of going at least two hours.
Sunday, 17 March 2013
China's new leaders have promised to fight corruption: President Xi Jinping told the nearly 3,000 delegates gathered at Beijing's hulking Great Hall of the People that his government would "resolutely reject formalism, bureaucratism, hedonism and extravagance, and resolutely fight against corruption and other misconduct in all manifestations."--Shortly afterward, freshly appointed Premier Li Keqiang said the central government would slash its payroll and freeze spending on overseas trips, guest houses, office buildings and new vehicles in response to falling revenues.--
Niu Jun, a scholar at Peking University's School of International Relations, said Xi and Li hit on topics familiar to a Chinese public that has grown weary of promises to fight inefficiency, corruption and waste.
"I don't have terribly high expectations for these new pledges," he said.
Maybe we should say, that time will tell, how well the latest campaign against corruption will succeed:
PS
Corrupt politicians and officials seem to share the same interest in watches also in a neighboring country: | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Pages
Tuesday, October 4, 2016
'Counting On' Sneak Peek
We posted a summary of tonight's episode early this morning, and now we have a video to share. Jinger Duggar, Michelle Duggar, Jessa Seewald, Ben Seewald, and Spurgeon Seewald meet up with Jeremy Vuolo to catch a flight to Philadelphia. Derick Dillard, Ben, and Jeremy also share their thoughts on what it's like to court a Duggar gal.
Due to technical difficulties, we will be unable to write our recap until later in the week. Sorry about that! Thanks for understanding.
97 comments:
Yes, I did too! That's what I was going to comment on as well. When Jill and Derick did a front hug at the airport when they were courting, it was a big no no. But Jinger and Jeremy have set slightly less rigid rules for themselves I guess, including front hugs? In the Bates family, Michaela and Brandon did front hugs too before they were engaged and no one ever reprimanded them. And the oldest son in the Bates family, Zach, admitted that he and Whitney kissed before they were married. So there are some rules that are made to be broken, lol!
How else could TLC make the engagement trip last 3 episodes? Ep. 1: Jinger has trouble curling her hair and almost makes everyone late (for a plane that was delayed). Ep. 2: Everyone's planes are late but after dragging a baby around (why?) for 18 hours of travel, they make it. Ep. 3: Oh yes, that's right, we were going to show an engagement.
My humble opinion was that this was a very good episode and I liked the whole show! TLC did such a thorough job of interweaving the theme of courting rules from all the members then added was the current courtship stages and then included was a personal look at the remaining eligible guys right down to Jed an Jer from all the members points of view. WOW it was a thoughtful, carefully planed and executed and it was built on a meaningful theme that was well analyzed from their points of view. It was jus so well done and such a good show, simply putting it down as boring doesn't show appreciation for this meaningful episode that gave an in depth review, as well as getting to know each of the older guys well from their own and their families perspectives. So much was put into this exceptional episode, I loved it!
The show featured John-David, Joseph, Josiah, Jedediah, Jeremiah, Joy-Anna all for whom there have been several requests in this blog's comments to be more in the programs. Personally I was not at all bored, this was an episode that was more like a talk show but it was really interesting and engaging too!
I really enjoyed this episode! I told a friend who does not have access to the shows how exciting it was to see the older guys featured, and I feel like I know more about them now. We all know Jess & Jeremy get engaged and that will be exciting to watch next episode. They are such a cute couple.
What's wrong with coming home and telling your parents you're engaged? That's how many girls do it, and it works. It was none of my parents' business who I was dating or how serious I was about a man. They trusted me, and if my heart got broken, then that was a valuable life lesson, too. It learned that it wasn't the end of the world if I broke up with someone. It only made me more sure of myself for the next time. The man I eventually picked, my parents loved like their own son. I don't know why the Duggars feel the need to guard their adult daughters so closely. Don't they trust them? Their sons don't have those rules.
I think they trust their daughters but its the potential mates they dont know anything about and want to get to know them first. Telling your parents who you are courting or dating with a purpose, is a sign of respect towards your parents. Leaving them out of everything is saying that they arent important enough to be included in a very important part of your life.
It was very focused, it did not stray at all until every thing and everyone was covered in a methodical way. The content was interesting ad supported the method. TLC did a perfect job! Where are the awards?
That show tonight was TOTAL repeats. Oh yes, and a plane trip. And more pointless conjecture about who might court what type of girl. Why did TLC think that was a worthwhile episode to air?? And then there were the commercials for other shows on TLC, which had to be bleeped. Lovely.
Every show out there eventually takes the shows and assembles the footage into a montage. If we like a show eventually we will see the montage episodes. TLC did a good job of going this one a theme and getting to know the guys better and have everyone give their attention to everyone else in order.
I agree. Not only super boring but almost felt like they were trying to advertise what the guys were looking for to get them relationships. It was kind of creepy. I have to say I've enjoyed getting to know John David more, he used to come off as kind of "off" but now I think he's just more reserved and has a dryer sense of humor. Also Jedidiah is adorable! Who would of thought? But otherwise yeah, you'd think with a new courtship they'd have a much more interesting season than they've shown so far.
Jinger and Jeremy heading to the NE was barely on the episode. It seemed like watching a rerun; little new material except for the "commercial featuring John David, Joe and Josiah" up for grabs for courtship-interested females. Please, give me a break here folks. This show is awful.
Yes, but only girls with the right hair color and personality traits need apply! If unsure, watch the episode and be prepared to dye your hair so you fit the desired description. In other words, the qualities the producers asked about in a prospective mate were shallow and unimportant! Shame on them for thinking those questions were necessary!
I'm not sure what planet you've been on lol but it's no secret Counting On struggled for a 2nd season and was only renewed because of the courtship. Basically the Duggars had nothing going on last season except smirks when courtships were brought up and building tree houses. TLC basically said they needed fresh material before they'd renew. I'm not bringing that up to be ugly but to be honest, It's in TLCs interest to pay attention to what viewers want to see. I don't understand the people who are in denial and attack anyone who has a critique to make. I really want to see how the kids lives (especially the older ones) play out and it's not going to happen if TLC doesn't step up and do a better job of filming/ editing these episodes. The Duggars have given them fresh material now TLC needs to do something with it.
I noticed in the previews for next week's episode that Anna is pregnant. What a poor decision on their part and we all know now what they have been up to. Bad timing and just not what that couple needs right now...another child in an already unhappy family situation. Those two need to use their brains that God gave them.
Wow, not a wise decision to keep having children in a precarious family situation, but I totally expected it. I feel sorry for Anna. She's not thinking clearly for herself and her children, and I wonder if she is receiving wise counsel -- not just "children are a blessing" counsel, but wise counsel for her particular situation.
Omg anna is pregnant, that is awesome. I'm so happy 4 both josh & anna. I don't think it's a poor decision or bad timing at all 4 them 2 have another baby. I personally think it's sad that people like u judge the duggars so much. I guess it's 2 bad u can't move on & 4 give and 4 get, at least josh and anna can 4 give and 4 get & have moved on 2 happy, joyful stuff. U should do the same. Move on, stop dwelling on the past. None the less judge another's relationship. Congrats 2 josh & anna if u are truly expecting!!
Oh my I hope not. Babies are not "fixers " of adultery. Being fertile doesn't equate to faithfulness. Josh has has so many issues with sexual deviancy. It has nothing to do with forgiveness. And..Anna should NEVER forget. There are children that need to be protected. Forgetting abuse only allows for it to continue. As a Christian forgiveness is a must...that does not mean forgetting, which leads to foolishness which is an open door for more "mistakes ".
There has been no pregnancy announcement. You are assuming that she is pregnant based on a brief clip of her. Perhaps she was bloated on that day or wearing a top that fell at an angle. She could even have a bit of a "mummy tummy" after having Meredith. This is completely normal. Maybe she really is pregnant. Who knows? No matter what, you should not spread rumors when there has been no formal announcement.
I find it interesting that Jinger & Jeremy have a photo together above in the family in line photo. I'd say they are on the fast track. That is the first time a photo was added of the person BEFORE they got married. Why is that??
As a regular viewer, I felt tonight's episode was disappointing. There was very little new content and just 'filler' in my opinion, to make an episode. In fact, it feels like several of the episodes have been produced this way. It's getting old and I hope future episodes will be better!
@Anonymous October 5, 2016 at 10:02 AM: I do admire the family very much and I think it is a very fluid situation. From my perspective it is a bit like God using Jonah in Niniva. TLC has become a very dark network Biblically speaking, the Duggars are the only light of Jesus on the network as far as I know. I would not willingly snuff out the only light amongst such darkness. At the end of the day the decision to move networks or cancel the show is between God and the Duggars, they should follow Him where He leads. The TLC network and TV in general needs more families like the Duggars so go out and show what being a Christian is really about. Not being perfect, but in our faults turning back to God and for those whom have wronged us forgiveness as we are forgiven by God. As for your last question, I have written kindly to TLC requesting some different commercials to be aired during 19 kids and counting on, but I focused on my thankfulness that they have kept the show on the air. I don't think it's my place to advise the Duggars on this or any matter unless addressed by them. Like I stated before this is between God and the Duggars.
I’m sorry you disagree, but we have all been given by God the free will to choose our own thoughts and for that I am thankful.
It isn’t about whether or not they will be looking for a light in the darkness, but whether or not they see it and accept it. No one living in darkness can ignore the light, whether or not they accept it as truth is a choice they must make. As a Christian I have made my choice and know the consequences of my devotion to Christ as I am sure do the Duggars also. The bible says we will be hated and persecuted because Christ was hated and persecuted. However, that does not change what we have been charged to do, which is to spread the good news of Christ’s Resurrection.
As for your second question, we as Christians do not fit in this world, because we are no longer of this world. I choose to think on how God can use us as pieces that do not fit the puzzle of this world. Pray for those who find a comfortable place here on earth. Luke 9:23 - “Then he said to them all: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.”
I know why TLC keeps them on air and it isn’t a surprise to anyone, wealth and attention. Hate is profitable today. TLC isn’t keeping the Duggars around because they like them or because they believe in their message of Jesus. The Duggars profession of Biblical truths create millions of magazine articles, interviews, facebook, twitter and other social media posts. Keeping the Duggars on air is profitable for TLC that's what matters to them. What matters to me is that God can, has, and is using the show for good. I wear a ring on my right hand with a verse that applies here. The will of man isn’t important because nothing will stop the Will of God. TLC and their motives are mute points. 2 Timothy 2:3-4 - “Join with me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please his commanding officer.”
Your questions seem to be focused on such negativity as if you crave divisiveness and drama. Do not dwell on the things that are not good and do not spend your time thinking on things you cannot change.
I enjoy seeing it too, but the Duggars believe marriage is the end all, cure all. Joy, Jeremiah, and Jed all said they were so happy to be done with school, but they only finishes (their) high school! Now they all sit back and wait to get married. Which is fine, but why not do some things before then? What if it's Gods plan that they dont get married until 35? Are they going to stay at home with their parents until then just waiting? I would like to see some of them be allowed to go out into society and pursue their interests...not just working within the family or for their dad. Yes, there are some evil people out in society, but there are good ones, too! And they have so much to offer.
Awful, boring episode. How'd you like to be one of the boys' wives and someday look back at last night's episode...only to find out that your husband really preferred someone blonde, country, shy, and stylish? Very bad of TLC to make them go on record stating that stuff. Relationships are not something to play around with like that. The kids shouldn't even be guessing at future wives' attributes. They should have been true to themselves, looked in the camera, and said, "I will love whoever the Lord brings to me and places in my heart. The rest is not important." Now that would have been TV worth watching. Not all that giggly stuff last night. What has happened to this show? It's gone right down the drain, where it needs to go.
I had to wonder how Marjorie felt, hearing her ex-suitor talk about what he wanted in a courtship. That was pretty insensitive of TLC, to be asking him questions like that, knowing he already had a courtship that ended.
When I posted earlier about Anna being pregnant and what a bad decision it was at this time, please understand that I believe this child, who is on the way, is completely innocent and deserves to be welcomed and loved. Another child shouldn't have been "ordered up" when there is so much unhappiness, many issues to be resolved and stress in the household. There is plenty of time for that in the future if Josh and Anna work things out where they BOTH have an agreement about what lifestyles they both wish to continue to live and have reached a compromise. Anna isn't 28 years old yet and this is her 6th pregnancy already. Just not good thinking.
I don't know if Anna is pregnant or not. People have been saying that since last December. These women don't wear tight fitting shirts, so sometimes their blousy shirts can make them appear pregnant. If she is pregnant, I seriously doubt they were trying. If you don't use birth control, then you may get pregnant even when you are not trying. My sister got pregnant three times while on birth control, so even if they were using some kind of birth control, none of them are 100 percent effective.
I liked tonight's episode. You got to really see the boys a little closer up. I never realized that Josiah is such a funny guy. And Jeremiah, at only 17, seems to be pretty mature with some of his answers. All the boys tend to be thinking things out rather than giving the "expected" answers
I was expecting to find this a ho-hum episode like most of their recap episodes are, but I loved that they showed older flashbacks that we haven't seen in a while. It was also nice to see the older guys featured after seeing the girls so much.
If a couple is committed to remaining chaste until after the wedding, one would assume they have the strength of character to monitor themselves. I would have felt like a teenager had my husband and I been followed around by parents and siblings prior to our marriage. We had known each other a long time and lived together before our wedding. It worked for us as we've been happily married for 26 years!
Seriously three episodes straight on the prep recaps before the engagement?! Way too much old footage and old questions; we've heard a million times on their courtship rules and can they hurry up and show the engagement already
Exactly! We get it. Courtship is dating with a purpose. Now some would argue all dating has a purpose. It just depends on the desired outcome. But enough with explaining the rules...after all they are just rules, not Scripture.
Sorry to say this, but I agree with the majority that this episode was too repetitive. I mean, seriously?, asking every brother what hair color they would prefer. If you fall in love with someone I'm pretty sure they could have rainbow colored hair & it wouldn't matter. Lastly, I'm awfully tired of the sidestepping & avoiding any shots or references to Josh. If we're truly supposed to forgive, how does this support that? Let's move on & enough w' the flashbacks for a whole show. Give us some current goings on.
I love the show and I loved the way the boys were given the chance to say what they would like in a mate to court.... It was neat to have the older kids to comment and guess what their brothers would like in a mate, that was fun to watch. I just wish there would of been more on the trip to meet Jeremy family and friends but maybe next week show will show more.
I enjoy watching the show each week, but two things have really caught my attention. First is that Jinger has gotten REALLY thin this season. I understand wanting to look nice for her guy, but she needs to take her health into consideration. There's nothing wrong with being healthy-looking. But her arms are soooo thin. I hope she's careful. The second thing is I wish she would hold back on her eye makeup. She's such a pretty girl and her eyes look so dark and overdone. After watching all of the flashbacks, I was sad to see how much makeup she wears now. I have no problems with makeup, but I think the more natural she looks the better.
Basically the show has run it's course and they have nothing but repeats to play. It's all the same old thing over and over...... looks like it might be time to wrap it up and move on to more pertinent info. There is no more "new" content to peek a persons interest anymore.
Hi Lily and Ellie,I posted a comment earlier this week about something I noticed in the show and asked for answers but my comment was not published. There was no rude comment or anything bad in my words. Why did not you published it then? I am a bit disappointed to see many rude comments here whilst my question was not published...
It's time to realize that repetitive courting rules, heavy black eyeliner and John David driving heavy machinery is as boring as watching paint dry. And needing a flock of people to install can lights or child-proof a tiny house- seriously? This is all making cooking brownies from a mix look down right exciting!!
Thanks for leaving your comments! We answer as many of your questions as we can, but due to the number of comments we receive daily, we are unable to answer every one. Our aim is to post all points of view, but we do not post anything that is profane, insulting, derogatory, or in poor taste.
Translate This Blog
Welcome to the premiere source for factual, encouraging updates on Jim Bob & Michelle Duggar and their 19 kids (TLC's 19 Kids and Counting & Counting On). Our site is not maintained by the Duggars, but we (Lily and Ellie) are personal friends of the family. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Description: Busty blonde babe Jade Aspen is a sweet busty stunner who is exposing her boobs to the camera like a boss. Her face is already a winner but her boobs take the cherry as she has some really ripe melons to show off and make the looker cum. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Global event on 3 March
Music Freedom Day March 3rd 2014 “The Right to Freedom of Artistic and Creative Expression” Organized by: Pakhtunkhwa Cultural Foundation (PCF), Peshawar, Pakistan Venue: Achieves and Library Hall, Peshawar Report by: Muhammad Rome, ED, PCF, Peshawar PCF observed Music Freedom Day in one of the most volatile region of the world in Peshawar, Khyber […]
On Music Freedom Day 2013 at a local hotel in Peshawar, music lovers put their voices together to ensure the freedom of artistic and musical expressions. The participants boldly condemned militancy and extremism in all its forms. Also, at the Peshawar Press Club, a seminar and a protest walk was organised to inform about the […]
During the last decade, Pashto music has lost artists and singers of high repute. Some have preferred to seek political asylum in the foreign countries. Many are living a miserable life. Receiving threats from militants has become a routine matter. But have things improved lately? Sher Alam Shinwari set out to investigate what the situation […]
On Music Freedom Day, a great music event will take place at Spring Village Hotel in Peshawar, Pakistan. There will be an exhibition on music which includes musical instruments and music which is facing threats, as well as photographs of destroyed music markets and musicians who are threatented or killed. Artists, journalists and researcher will […] | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Apeshit ir mainstrymo grafikai
Palyginkit:
This entry was posted on Trečiadienis, birželio 27th, 2012 at 15:36 and is filed under Neklasifikuota. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed.
Both comments and pings are currently closed. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Doetor Common (W) Clearance Cairn
OS Map: SX 52350 84680OS Source: ConstructedNMR record: SX 58 SW 11HER record:3219Alternate name: Doetor Common (W) Short Name: CN?Doetor Co1Grinsell: LYDFORD 10Exist: YesRecord: UniqueRecord Source: GrinsellCairn Class: MaybeDimensions (m): 7.0 x 0.2Notes: Post-medieval. NMR states "The mound depicted on the OS 1:10000 scale mapping (1) and described by Grinsell (2) is largely obscured by gorse. It is not of prehistoric origin as it sits upon a number of narrow cultivation ridges associated with the post medieval field system in this area. It is more likely to be a relatively recent stone clearance heap. A similar feature (440692) lies 140m to the east." Nearby sites:SX52358468 | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
life on a sandy delta
Location
Educators’ Week is fortunate enough to take place in the beautiful Hocking Hills region in Ohio. Camp Oty’Okwa, in Hocking County, has hosted Educators’ Week since its conception. Situated in the unglaciated area of the Allegheny Plateau, Camp Oty’Okwa’s 700+ acres features varied native vegetation and cliffs, deep gorges, rock shelters, and waterfalls formed by Blackhand Sandstone. The camp is centrally located in the region which allows for day trips to enjoy the local parks and preserves. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Musical tool electronic Interface (MIDI) connects sound playing cards, musical tools, and pcs which will make tune. MIDI-based track courses can play song, train track conception and strategy, offer video games with interesting ratings, and make allowance musicians to list, edit, play, and print compositions. This e-book is the programmer's definitive resource of data for constructing MIDI-based home windows ninety five functions.
Purchase this publication and you will get the loose, totally searchable eBook&emdash;a $30 worth! (Details are revealed contained in the publication. )
Seasoned . internet execs Matthew MacDonald and Mario Szpuszta clarify how one can get the main from this ground-breaking new expertise. They conceal ASP. internet 2. zero as a complete, illustrating either the brand-new positive factors and the performance carried over from prior models of ASP. This e-book provide you with the data you want to code genuine ASP. web 2. zero software within the absolute best style.
The e-book will train you ASP. web 2. zero in 5 transparent steps. you are going to learn:
Core thoughts of ASP. web 2. zero. Why it truly is specific. What its basic principals are. the fundamentals of visible Studio. How ASP. internet 2. zero controls are created, and the way they healthy into ASP. internet 2. zero pages, eventually growing complete functions information entry information. The intricacies of ADO. web 2. zero and the way to accomplish information binding to many sources&emdash;from databases, to file-streams, to XML protection. as soon as thought of the Achilles heel of all home windows internet purposes, protection has been thoroughly made over in ASP. internet 2. zero. This part explains a few of the types of on hand safety, and the way to most sensible practice them Taking issues extra utilizing complex consumer Interface concepts. This contains consumer Controls, consumer Server Controls, client-side JavaScript and GDI+. this is often the place the genuine energy of ASP. internet 2. zero lies internet providers. In an more and more hooked up global, operating with net companies grows in significance. This booklet will enable you paintings with them
JavaFX is a Java-based wealthy person interface expertise that sits atop the present Java ordinary and Micro versions. utilizing it, builders can construct wealthy person interfaces with entry to all Java parts already put in on their platforms. At its center is the simple to benefit JavaFX Script language that we could builders describe what they need to complete in transparent, declarative phrases instead of summary code.
General MIDI Imagine for a moment--if you will--the perfect symphony, recorded for all posterity as a MIDI sequence. When recording the sequence, we select certain sounds from the best-sounding MIDI device at our disposal: program 32 for violin sounds, program 55 for timpani, program 1 for grand piano. We choose these program numbers because these are the locations of the sounds we wish to use. The result is a performance worthy of a standing ovation. Proudly, we take our new sequence to our friend's studio to hear it play on his far superior sound module.
If Omni is off the receiver will respond to messages on the Basic Channel, but will ignore messages sent on any other channel. Poly is short for polyphonic. A polyphonic instrument is capable of sounding more than one note at a time. Selecting Mono mode forces the receiver to play only a single note at a time. The use of Poly or Mono mode is often determined by the type of sound being played. Piano is clearly a polyphonic instrument, while playing chords on a tuba is physically difficult at best.
Getting the device ID when we have the device name is almost as easy. This function will appear later in the CMaxMidiOut class. HTM (3 of 11)3/27/2005 1:51:46 PM Maximum MIDI - Chapter 4 return id; id++; } return ERR_NOMATCH; } The function returns an ID of ERR_NOMATCH if it cannot find a match. This usually means that the device has been removed from the system. A kind word to the user is advisable in that case. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Morris Divisions
Morris Overview
Morris Communications is a privately held media company with diversified holdings that include newspaper and magazine publishing, outdoor advertising, radio broadcasting, book publishingand distribution, visitor publications and online services. Newspapers are the foundation and core business of the company owned by the Morris family since 1945. Today the Georgia-based enterprise reaches across the nation.
Our vision is to be the pre-eminent source of news, information, advertising, entertainment and related services in the markets we serve.
We value our employees and we will provide an environment where they are motivated and inspired to produce superior products and continually improve customer service.
We will be an aggressive, agile, innovative market-driven multimedia company, leading our markets by building strong communities. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Dodecatuple Secret Probation
How many universities and colleges frats and residences must lay claim to being the inspiration for Animal House? It must be countless. And just like urban myths, it is often hard to prove or disprove and the story gets repeated enough over the years that it begins to sound true.
This week the University of Toronto turned the Gate House residence, “which lays claim to being an inspiration for the 1978 movie Animal House,” into a co-ed facility after some typical dude idiocy. A giant snow penis sculpture, a pig’s head in a women’s washroom, hazing and this list goes on.
Well not condoning the behaviour, I get the appeal of laying claim to the Animal House mantle. It is one of the best-known pop cultural depictions of university life, and one that is often parodied.
At least Gate House has some connection to the film. Donald Sutherland, who played Professor Jennings in the movie, attended UofT and was in residence next door to Gate House. The Toronto Star says, “his memories of Gate House toga parties are said to have influenced the movie script.” Perhaps, though most everywhere else attributes the origin of Animal House to Dartmouth College, where one of the writers was in the Alpha Delta Phi fraternity.
But whether the residence inspired the film or the film inspired the residents, it was shut down by the university and the dean of students. It’s just how Homer Simpson, whose entire vision of post-secondary life is informed by Animal House-esqe escapades would imagine it. “Marge, someone squeezed all the life out of these kids. And unless movies and TV have lied to me, it's a crusty, bitter old dean!”
Homer Goes to College has several references to Animal House (bless those rowdy members of Chugalug House!), but it can’t touch the loving tribute of Futurama’s Mars University. While the plot centers on Fry and a monkey, it is Bender revisiting his old alma mater, Robot House that steals the show.
Gearshit: No, Bender, wait. We're the lamest frat on campus. Even Hilel has better parties than us. Please, you've gotta stay and teach us how to be cool. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Tag Archives: Con Hogan
Featured
The theory of restorative justice is neatly summed up in this chart created by John Perry, whose work helped in the creation of Vermont’s system. “I’ve used this chart in presentations around the country,” Mr. Perry said when asked for permission to use the diagram. “It might as well be published in Vermont.”
copyright the Chronicle March 19, 2014
by Joseph Gresser
If a bill passed last week by the Vermont Senate becomes law, it will be the latest step in Vermont’s very long struggle to find new, and better, ways to deal with criminals. That struggle began about 20 years ago, with a group of young idealists, led by a visionary Westmore man, reshaping how justice is meted out.
The recently approved Senate bill would allow some offenders — primarily those who pose no threat to public safety — the option of participating in a nontraditional program, such as the community justice program that operates in Newport.
Its intent is “that law enforcement officials and criminal justice professionals develop and maintain programs at every stage of the criminal justice system to provide alternatives to a traditional punitive criminal justice response….”
In the nontraditional reparative justice program, community volunteers work with an offender to develop a plan for making amends to the victims of his crime and to repair the damage done by his actions.
That program was developed about two decades ago by a group of young workers at the state Department of Corrections (DOC), with support from several governors and an important contribution from a longtime resident of Westmore, Bill Page.
In the 1970s the nation was seized by a fear of violent crime, and a concern that prisons were not fulfilling the intended purpose of rehabilitation. John Martinson, a noted researcher on the subject, grew pessimistic about the results of all the programs he investigated.
He wrote an article for the magazine Public Interest setting out his findings, an article whose conclusion, usually summarized under the heading “Nothing works,” was spread throughout the popular media.
Around the country, prisons were generally seen only as a means to keep offenders from harming law-abiding citizens. Legislators followed the public mood and voted for increasingly harsh sentences for all manner of offenses.
A group of new officials at the Vermont DOC, however, thought they could find a solution to what seemed an intractable problem.
“We were arrogant, brash and young enough not to know better,” recalled John Perry in a recent telephone interview. Mr. Perry retired from the DOC as director of planning in 2011. “We thought we could make a difference,” he said.
They began in ignorance.
“We knew crime was increasing — increasing like crazy in the late ’70s and ’80s,” Mr. Perry said.
What the young officials at the DOC did not know was that the increase was in reported crime, not actual crime.
In the late ’60s and early ’70s, Vermont experienced an influx of new residents coming from other parts of the country. One of the things they brought with them was an expectation of what government was supposed to do, Mr. Perry said. As a result, the new residents tended to call police for assistance more often than the locals had.
As in other states, Vermont legislators reacted to what they perceived as an increase in crime by increasing penalties in an attempt to stem it.
The result, recalled former DOC Commissioner John Gorczyk in a telephone interview, was “an explosion in incarceration without an increase in crime.”
The DOC, in those days, was “underfunded, overcrowded and under-loved,” Mr. Perry said.
But young, idealistic officials were put in a position to make changes to the system when Governor Richard Snelling brought William Ciuros to Vermont to take over the DOC. Mr. Ciuros forced the department’s old guard out and installed “the new kids” in their place, Mr. Perry said.
Those included Joseph Patrissi, then deputy commissioner, Mr. Gorczyk, and Mr. Perry. Mr. Patrissi is currently executive director of Northeast Kingdom Community Action (NEKCA).
Mr. Ciuros got his deputies to cut their long hair and change their attire from woolen shirts to suits.
“We worked 12 hour days,” Mr. Perry recalled. “I never worked so hard in my life.”
Mr. Ciuros soon ran afoul of Governor Snelling and was dismissed, to be replaced by Con Hogan, but his team remained in place.
Among other initiatives, they started letting nonviolent offenders serve their sentences in the community, or on weekends, so they could continue working, Mr. Patrissi said.
That program hit a hard bump when the son of vice-presidential candidate Geraldine Farraro was arrested at Middlebury College with two and a half pounds of cocaine, said Mr. Perry.
He met the qualifications for release, except for having a residence in Vermont, Mr. Perry recalled. That was quickly managed, but the national media soon descended on Vermont to photograph the sign saying “luxury condominiums” outside his apartment complex, Mr. Perry said.
Madeleine Kunin had just been elected governor, and she tried to provide political cover for the DOC by creating the Community Corrections Advisory Board, Mr. Patrissi said.
She appointed Mr. Page to the board, as well as John Downs, a founding partner at Downs, Rachlin and Martin, and Fay Honey Knopp, a director of the Safer Society Foundation. The Safer Society program is a national referral service for sex offenders seeking therapy. She was also the founder of the Prison Research Education Action Program. Also on the committee was Jack Coleman, a former president of Haverford College who spent a sabbatical from his job as an inmate at a Pennsylvania prison. Mr. Coleman was a friend of the warden, who was the only one who knew he was there voluntarily, Mr. Perry said.
Mr. Patrissi and Mr. Page had already met, at a book club meeting at Mr. Page’s house on Willoughby Lake where both men spent summers.
After the meeting, Mr. Page, who knew Mr. Patrissi was commissioner of corrections, approached him.
“He asked, ‘How would you like to know something about human nature?’” Mr. Patrissi recalled. “I’d been in corrections 20 years and I was schooled in that side of human nature,” he said.
Mr. Page had been director of corporate planning at the Polaroid Corporation during that firm’s glory years and had learned from the work of E.O. Wilson, a sociobiologist and the world’s foremost expert on ants. Professor Wilson’s work, which traced the genetic basis of human nature, was being used by Polaroid in its marketing efforts, Mr. Patrissi said.
If Mr. Page decided someone was worthy of his attention, he’d latch on to that person as a teacher, said Mr. Gorczyk. Both Mr. Perry and Mr. Patrissi called him a mentor.
Mr. Page began running a kind of school for DOC officials, inviting them to his house, or taking them down to the Cambridge, Massachusetts, headquarters of Polaroid for classes with him or other experts.
As Mr. Perry recalled, he outlined some of the basic principles of human nature, including an innate fear of strangers, a preference for working in groups of around six members and, most importantly, the principle of reciprocity.
“If I buy you a drink at a bar,” Mr. Perry said to explain reciprocity, “you had better buy the next round. If I have to buy the second round, there won’t be a third one, and we won’t be friends.”
Working with Mr. Page and Mr. Downs, the group began to feel its way toward the system of reparative justice.
All felt that a real system of justice had to begin by putting the victim at its center, something that the English system of law, which was largely adopted by most U.S. states, did not do.
A reading of history, Mr. Perry said, shows the English originally had a system of law that rated the worth of an individual by his or her rank and punished offenses with fines that were proportional to the crime.
The basic idea, Mr. Perry said, was that a village needed all of its citizens if it was to function, so disputes had to be resolved in a way that would not cause the loss of someone’s skills to the community.
When William the Conqueror took over England in 1066, he assigned his son the task of creating a system of colonial law, Mr. Perry said. That law treated every crime as an offense against the king, who was presumed to own everything in the country. Fines were no longer paid to a victim, but were given to the king, and many crimes were punished by death or mutilation.
Vermont, in its Constitution, bans the latter form of punishment, which it calls “sanguinary punishment,” Mr. Perry said, so a system that turned away from the English model could be seen as being in accord with the intent of the state’s founders.
Mr. Perry found similar ways of meting out justice in such native societies as the Navaho, who resolve criminal offenses with a series of meetings or circles which seek to define the nature of the crime and gradually, through discussion, to find a way to mend the damage.
Whenever they hit a problem, Mr. Page would create a report that analyzed the situation in detail and proposed a solution, Mr. Perry said.
“He was right every damned time,” he recalled.
Mr. Patrissi said Mr. Page showed great patience with the group.
“Here we were, with this genius, who already knew where this was going to go,” he said. “We were in the hands of a genius.”
When Governor Snelling returned to office after Governor Kunin finished her last term, he called Mr. Patrissi in and demanded 12 great ideas, Mr. Patrissi said.
He liked the proposal for a reparative justice program and, after his sudden death, so did his replacement, Governor Howard Dean.
In order to figure out how to sell the program to Vermonters, the DOC wrote a grant and hired a polling firm to conduct the sort of market research that might be undertaken before a company like Proctor and Gamble launches a product, said Mr. Perry.
After conducting focus groups and an extensive telephone poll, the results were in. The people of Vermont hated the DOC, they also disliked the state’s attorneys, criminal defense lawyers and judges. They did like juries, though, Mr. Perry said.
“They trusted themselves,” he concluded.
Vermonters were also very positive about the reparative justice system when it was explained to them. The polls showed 92 to 94 percent favorability ratings, Mr. Perry said.
“Nothing gets 94 percent favorability ratings,” he said.
The first attempts at operating a reparative justice system were run through the DOC, but it soon became clear that the program would work better if it were handled by community members through an organization outside state government.
That led to the creation of community justice centers.
Over the years, the results of the reparative board have proved the worth of the idea. A 2007 study was hard to publish, said Mr. Perry, because journals found it hard to believe that recidivism could be reduced in Vermont by 26 percent through the process.
Since the creation of restorative justice programs, Vermont has been frequently visited by representatives from other states and other countries seeking to learn from the state’s experience.
Because Vermont has a unified corrections system, unlike other states with county, city and other government subdivisions running jails, its database is the most comprehensive in the country — a boon for researchers, Mr. Perry said.
Still, he and Mr. Gorczyk said they are not satisfied with the system as it exists. They feel it is underused.
Mr. Perry said he is pleased to see many schools are beginning to use the principles of restorative justice is dealing with infractions such as bullying. The results, he said, are very promising.
State law prohibits the use of reparative boards for some crimes, such as domestic abuse. Mr. Perry said he regrets that and believes the practice can achieve excellent results in those cases, if used properly.
Mr. Gorczyk said he has been pessimistic about the future of reparative justice until recently, but said the new Senate-passed bill is giving him renewed hope.
For Mr. Perry, it’s important to take the long view.
“We’re only 20 years into what will be a 100-year process,” he said.
This is the second of a three-part series on community justice. The first part was in the February 19 issue of the Chronicle, and can be read here. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
El Día De Los Muertos (The Day of the Dead)
About: I am a photographer, a tinker, an electronics technology engineer, and author; I write short stories and poetry for the love of writing. I started writing poetry in high school over thirty years ago where I ...
More About Josehf Murchison »
I wanted to install an audio system in his hat so Pirate Pete the glow in the dark skull could recite this poem unfortunately I didn’t have the time this year. So I settled with making him glow with flashing lights and now I have until next year to make him say.
El Día de los Muertos
I be pirate Pete I say. And to my words attention do pay. Or with thy soul upon my blade. Yea guts spill out thy belly splayed.
For on this night the day of the dead. Evil comes and seek yea head. So lock yea door put out thy light. For they shall come within the night.
Ghosts goblins, banshees and more, shall come and pound upon thy door. And if yea dare to open wide, and let these spirits step inside.
Trick or treat they sing with joy, from every girl and every boy. For Halloween it be here, filled with children’s laughs and cheer.
And with no treats that yea can pay, it is with tricks they shall play.
By Josehf Lloyd Murchison
During holidays every one helps with the decorations a friend of mine gave me the Rum bottle shaped like a skull, my son Joshua panted the glass, my wife Anne made the hat, and I wrote the poem and built the circuit that flashes the blue and red LEDs. I needed the hat to hide the circuit board and battery for the LEDs.
Step 1: Painting the Skull
For painting the skull you need four things, a glass or crystal skull, paint, a brush, and a Kid with a steady hand that likes to paint. The glass Rum bottle skull was already etched so the paint had no problem sticking to the skull and remember kids always make a mess so you will need a mop a bucket and rags to clean up.
Step 2: Making the Hat
I needed a hat to cover the electronics for the flashing lights, my wife Anne made the hat by following how another hat was made and making a pattern for the size of the glass skull. She then cut the four parts and sewed the parts together. She pined up three sides of the brim with a couple of stiches and tried the hat on the skull for size.
After making final adjustment she added feathers to the hat and the hat and skull was ready for the electronics.
Step 3: Electronics Parts and Tools.
I started with a stalk 555 timer schematic and adjusted it so the circuit would do what I wanted the circuit to do and gathered the parts and tools. All the parts you can get at your local Source (Radio Shack in Canada) or on line.
Now don’t complain about the pink insulated handles the tools only cost a dollar each and they work well.
Step 4: Assembling and Testing the Circuit
First I assembled the circuit on a bread board and tested all the functions making sure it works as I planned. If I find something that needs to be adjusted or is not working I replace the part and make the changes on the schematic.
Step 5: Mounting the LEDs
I start mounting the LEDs by taking the drill bit and making three holes in the cork for the Rum bottle.
After I have the three holes in the cork I pass one red, one green, and one blue wire through the cork, each wire about six inches long and I strip the ends.
I slip the joint insulators over the wires and using the spring loaded tweezers I solder the green wire to the anode of both LEDS. Using the same method I solder the red wire to the cathode of the red LED and the blue wire to the cathode of the blue LED.
Once assembled I connect the mounted LEDs to the bread board and test all the functions again, if the circuit needs something fixed this is the time to do it.
Step 6: Assembling the Circuit Board
Using the spring loaded tweezers to hold the components in place I take one component at a time from the bread board and solder them on to the proto board.
When the proto board is fully assembled I test the circuit functions one more time before installing it onto the glass skull.
Step 7: Final Assembly of the Skull
Using a funnel I add white sparkles to the rum bottle so the sparkles will reflect the light into the glass skull.
Then I put the cork in the bottle and adjust the mounted LEDs to get the best reflection of the light and wrap the circuit and wires around the neck of the Rum bottle.
The Last thing is to place the hat on the skull to hide the electronics and you have your glow in the dark pirate skull. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
‘Survivor: Worlds Apart’ Deleted Scenes for Episode 13 (VIDEO)
It was the penultimate episode for Survivor: Worlds Apart, as the final five were set after an explosive tribal council ceremony that featured an unprecedented first-time gameplay maneuver. Yes, Dan played his extra vote advantage, marking a Survivor first. But it wasn’t the only big move we saw at tribal council this week. It was one of the most exciting tribal councils of the season, as circumstances aligned in such a way that there was only one possible outcome for who would go home this week. And it was absolutely majestic to watch happen, considering the person getting the boot wasn’t exactly the most likable contestant in the run of the show. That said, it opens interesting implications for future seasons as to whether or not they bring back the extra vote advantage. It really has the potential to be an interesting game changer if used properly, or if someone gets a hold of it earlier in the game, like pre-merge. Either way, I can’t really complain about the dramatic satisfaction of how it was used here, as it resulted in one of the most cathartic moments of the season when Dan realized what was about to happen.
But what does the eliminated castaway have to say on the day after elimination? How is the eliminated castaway received at the Ponderosa? How does that castaway feel about the game they played? And how are the remaining castaways gearing up for the home stretch as the finale approaches?
It’s another great collection of videos. We’ve got deleted scenes, confessionals, episode highlights, secret scenes, challenge videos, a recap of the tribal council voting, an interview with the eliminated castaway the day after tribal council, a look at life at the Ponderosa with the jury, and more. Check out the scenes below: | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
UK: dozens arrested in raids targeting pedophiles
Police raided homes and properties of dozens of suspected pedophiles, arresting 76 people _ including a retired teacher and a scout leader.
Officers from 40 forces working under the direction of the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Center executed 141 warrants. The warrants included offenses relating to the possession and distribution of indecent images of children.
Kate Fisher, an analyst at the center, says the images being downloaded by pedophiles are increasingly becoming more extreme, sadistic and violent. They are also featuring increasingly younger children.
Among those arrested by police were a referee, a pathologist, a firefighter, and a computer programmer. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
Millions and Billions Dropped a New Mixtape titled “Extraz” @millions_billions
It’s been just a few weeks since Millions and Billions (@millions_billions) dropped his latest tape and listeners are loving it. The Atlanta native teamed up with DJ Dirty Dollarz (@ogdirtydollarz) to release “Extraz”, in which Millions taps into his inner hustler for tracks like “Want 4 Nun”. The 11 track project includes a combination of uptempo trap beats and slower pace beats with bass, giving fans a range of sounds throughout. “Extraz” also includes 7 features from fellow artists like Hood Rich Pablo Juan, who Millions collabed with for the final track “Want the Money”. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
KimberlyWritesCreative & Editorial
Website Content
The navigation of your website is tied directly to the page content, which should actively sell products and services. KWC is a content writer with experience writing sales-driven content & Calls to Action!
Press Releases
One of the most inexpensive and effective means for keeping people informed about your business, let KWC show you how to promote the most newsworthy aspects of your business to the media.
News & Feature Editorial
With hundreds of news and feature articles published in R&D and technical magazines, trade publications, business guides, and newspapers, call KWC for a seasoned, versatile writer who never misses a deadline!
Marketing & Sales Support Literature
Brochures that sell, marketing lietrature that informs, and flyers that make the phones ring. KWC has pver 20 years writing experience in ad agencies, corporate marketing, and the media.
Marketing Videos & Broadcast Spots
KWC has a broadcast background and has written and produced TV commercials and PSAs; marketing videos for technical products, introductory videos for websites, and sales videos for franchising.
Case Studies, Newsletters, & Ghostwriting
Case Studies are testimonials on steroids and magnets for SEO. Newsletters keep existing and potential new customers informed about your offerings - and KWC ghostwrites them all in your name! | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
The Nasarawa-born new IG was Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 5 Benin before he was sent to National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Plateau State.
The Former IGP Ibrahim Idris who made efforts to retain the job allegedly sent Adamu on a compulsory course suspecting that he had been chosen by the presidency to succeed him.
Shortly before the removal of Ibrahim Idris, the presidency planned to extend his tenure following his brace during the 2015 presidential election which favoured President Muhammadu Buhari.
Several Nigerians, suspecting plans to retain him kicked against the move. Some civil groups even plotted to protest his retention, alleging that the presidency planned to use Ibrahim Idris to manipulate the forthcoming election in favour of the ruling party, All Progressive Congress (APC)
The public outcry and coupled with the opposition party, PDP forced Buhari to rescind his decision of retaining Idris.
Born on November 9, 1961, Mohammed was enlisted into the Nigerian Police Force in 1986. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Geography .
Mohammed was a deputy commissioner of police in Ekiti state and served at Interpol where he served for over a decade.
Mohammed served as the Commissioner Of Police in Enugu State and is currently the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone Five, in Benin, Edo State of southern Nigeria.
He was also the director of peacekeeping operations and a former police commissioner in Enugu and was an AIG in charge of Zone 5. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Share this page
How does the body fight off a virus?
The rhinovirus is one of the many viruses that can cause the common cold
Viruses are infectious micro-organisms that require a living host to survive and multiply. When one enters your body, it invades and takes over cells, redirecting them to produce more of the virus.
How do our bodies defend us from viruses?
When our bodies come under attack from a viral infection they launch a sophisticated defence known as 'the immune response'. Our immune system is designed to recognise the cells that make up our bodies and repel any foreign invaders such as viruses.
They do this by using a huge army of defender cells which consist of different types of white blood cell. We make around a billion of them every day in our bone marrow.
White blood cells called macrophages destroy germs as soon as they detect them. However, if a viral infection begins to take hold we fight back using a more powerful defence of white cells called T and B lymphocytes.
Antibodies are a special protein made by B cells. They bind to a virus to stop it from replicating, and also tag viruses so that other blood cells know to destroy them.
T cells have different roles to play. Some act as guard dogs that raise the alarm when they detect invading viruses; others kill virus-infected cells directly, or help B cells to produce antibodies.
Once the virus has been cleared, a small number of these specialist B and T cells persist and retain an accurate memory of the destroyed virus.
This means our immune systems are primed to prevent another infection from the same virus, without attacking the body's own cells by accident. This is known as 'acquired immunity'. Having a single infection with mumps during childhood will give you lifelong resistance, for example.
Scientists have harnessed this natural ability in order to create vaccines, which use dead or weaker strains of viruses to prime the immune system and stimulate long-term resistance without causing the actual infection.
Childhood immunisation programmes against highly infectious viruses, such as measles, are particularly important as these infections can cause serious and even fatal complications first time around.
Why do viruses come back?
Firstly, many viruses like those that cause flu are skilled at rapidly mutating as they replicate. Each new virus has small, but often advantageous changes, in its genes and these accumulate as the virus passes from one person to another.
During this process, the virus alters its appearance and our immune memory cells struggle to recognise it, leaving the virus free to infect us once more.
This is why you can keep catching the flu - new mutated strains constantly develop, which the immune system can't detect.
The flu virus also has the advantage of being able to infect a variety of hosts, from humans to birds to swine. The strains become very different during their transmission within animal groups. This makes them unrecognisable to the immune system and, on the rare occasion when they jump back to humans, they can spread rapidly.
Unlike the flu, colds are not caused a single type of virus but any one of hundreds of different types of virus that can infect the upper airways. These viruses don't mutate like the flu viruses, so with each cold the immune system becomes resistant to the virus that caused it. However, people will still get recurrent colds simply because they keep coming across new viruses they haven't had before.
Other viruses, such as the chickenpox virus, become inactive before they are destroyed by the immune system. They remain dormant in our bodies but can be reactivated in later life by physical and emotional stress, resulting in a condition called shingles. One in 10 people who have chickenpox as children will have shingles as adults.
Another technique - one used by the herpes simplex virus which causes cold sores - is to hide from the immune system in nerve cells called neurones. When the virus is activated by hormones or stress on the neurones, it leaves its host neurone cells intact but travels down the nerve to the skin. Here it destroys skin cells and forms blisters on the lips which discharge the virus.
Scientists have suggested that this is an evolutionary survival tactic for the virus. It detects changes in the body which could threaten its existence, and moves to the skin causing a superficial eruption, liberating virus particles to find a new, healthy host.
Will we ever find a cure for the common cold?
Progress is being made in creating an antiviral drug that could kill multiple viruses, in the same way that antibiotics kill many different types of bacteria.
At present, antivirals are tailored to specific diseases such as HIV and hepatitis. But a team from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have created one that has successfully treated 15 different viruses in lab tests on human tissue and mice.
It was created by 'wiring together' two natural proteins - one that detected virus entry, and another that acted as a suicide switch that kills the infected cell.
The drugs have yet to be tested on humans. For now, the research continues.
This page is best viewed in an up-to-date web browser with style sheets (CSS) enabled. While you will be able to view the content of this page in your current browser, you will not be able to get the full visual experience. Please consider upgrading your browser software or enabling style sheets (CSS) if you are able to do so. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Instant Pot Texas Black-Eyed Peas Caviar [Vegan] – One Green Planet
Texas Caviar is said first to have been served on New Year’s Eve at the Houston Country Club sometime around 1940. With awesome ingredients like corn, smokey black eyed peas, and fresh herbs, you can’t go wrong! | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Above the beautiful Seattle waterfront, 12 promising
young players congregated with chess sets, clocks, and some notebooks. Aside
from some Blitz and Bughouse, there was no tournament here. Instead, we
gathered to train and collaborate for an intense, but exciting four days.
When I heard that the U.S. Chess School was coming
to Seattle, I have to say I got a little excited. I knew it was a rare
opportunity and as a high school senior this may be my last chance to attend.
I'm glad I got to learn and improve in the camp.
Each morning players could breathe in the cool air
by the Seattle dock or take a little stroll around the bay. This was really
refreshing - witnessing the calmness of the surrounding atmosphere. When
training began, however, the scene intensified.
The group included Aaron Grabinsky, Bryce Tiglon,
Joey Kelley, Samir Sen (yours truly), Agata Bykovtsev, Kyle Haining, Megan Lee,
Noah Fields, Samuel and Daniel He, Becca Lampman, and Josiah Stearman. With an
average rating above 2200 from four states, the playing strength of the camp
was high.
Aaron, an Oregonian aged 17, was the highest rated
player at the camp at 2338. Often during class, Aaron came up with interesting
ideas in complex positions. He loves the French defense.
Bryce (age 15, 2306) is a resident of Seattle. He
has been a member of the all-American chess team and represented the United
States in the 2012 and 2014 World Youth events. He's an ardent soccer fan.
Joey was an interesting participant in the camp
because he was the only person from Kansas. Recently awarded the National
Master title, Joey is the 4th highest rated player in his state
overall and this includes adults.
I (Samir) am a master from Vancouver, Washington and
will be attending Stanford this fall. It was my first time at the chess school.
Recently, I won the 12th grade National Championship in Florida.
Agata (age 15, 2172) has an impressive history of
chess achievements. From Southern California, she most recently competed in the
Women's U.S. Championship. Aside from winning gold and silver medals
respectively in the 2014 and 2015 Pan-American Championships, Agata enjoys
surfing, math, and playing the violin.
Kyle may have been one of the youngest in the group
but his chess experience was not limited. He's a 4 time scholastic state
champion and he holds both the 2012 K-6 and 2015 K-9 National Blitz titles.
Megan was the oldest member at camp. Aged 19, she
will be a sophomore at the Rhode Island School of Design studying Industrial
Design. I noticed that while Megan was one of the most composed and thoughtful
participants, she was by far the best Bughouse player at the camp. Everyone was
jumping in to be partners with her!
Agata Bykovtsev and Megan Lee
Noah (age 15, 2104) recently won the Washington
State HS Championship and will be representing Washington at the Denker
tournament. He plays an array of sports, including varsity football and
basketball.
Samuel and Daniel He are identical twins from
Seattle. At first, Greg expected them to give similar responses to puzzles
analyzed in class. But, soon enough we found out that each had their own
distinct flavor. Both strong masters, I would advise watching out for these
dynamic twins.
Becca is also from Vancouver. She won the U18
All-Girls National Championships earlier this year and is going to college next
year. She says she will continue to be actively playing through college.
Lastly, but not least is young Josiah Stearman. Aged
11, Josiah was the youngest member at camp. He brought a youthful optimism and
playfulness that always lightened the mood and he gave us cool insider tips
into a variant chess called "Decline Chess". Josiah is already rated 2137 and
he came to camp ready to take his game to the next level.
Stepping
Stone #1: Intuition training and enhancing creativity
IM Greg Shahade
Over the four days, we received instruction from IM
Greg Shahade, IM Giorgi Orlov, and GM Gregory Serper. In the beginning, I was not so sure how much
I could improve in the limited time. But after soaking in the lessons and
advice, I realized that learning about the steps I can take to become a
stronger player was most important. The chess school provided concepts and
ideas to work on and adopt, which can help developing players break through to
the 2400 and 2500 levels.
We start with a unique training exercise that
stretches your intuition. This time our coach was IM Greg Shahade.
Intuition Puzzle White to move During the first day, Greg gave each of us a packet of 60 positions similar to this one and allowed us 30 minutes to solve them all. The idea was to test our intuition. We had little time to think and thus, had to side with our gut judgement. 1. g4!
Applause if you found this move! If you guessed 1. h4, you are not alone. White wants to open the h-file to the king and direct checkmate on h7. The only problem is that after 1. h4, white
doesn't open the file because of 1... g4! White cleverly stops this defense
and opens all files to the king.1...Bxg4 2. h4! g6
2... Bxf3 3. hxg5+ Bxh1 4.Qh2+ Kg8 5. Qh7#
3. hxg5+ Kg7 4. Nf6 Bxe3+ 5. Kb1 Bxg5 6. Nxg4 And black can resign.
After going over the answers to the 60-puzzle
intuition test, we encountered this interesting and very complex position.
Endgame Composition
At first, it seems like white is just up a rook and a pawn. But it's not so simple. How can white prevent black from promoting and what would you play?1.h3+! Kh4
The king has no good squares! Find white's best move! (1... Kf3 runs into 2. Rf7+ Ke4 3. Ng5+ Kd3 4. Nf3) (1... Kf5 2. Nd4+ Bxd4 3. Re7 Be5 4.Rxe5+! Kxe5 5. f4+! Most of us missed this move which wins the game instantly. Kxf4 6. Kf2 e1=Q+ 7. Kxe1 Kg3 8. a4) 2. Rd4+! Bxd4 3. Nxd4 e1=Q+4. Kg2
A rare occurence where even promotion with check is not enough to save black's queen! 4...Qe4+ 5. Nf3+ Qxf3+
And black resigned.
6. Kxf3 Kxh3 7. a4
The take away was that
sometimes the craziest ideas are worth considering, especially in high stakes situations. Studying positions like this can help players broaden their
vision and become more creative when it comes time to show an opponent what
you're made of.
Stepping
Stone #2: Study the games of great chess players
GM Gregory Serper
The next lecture was taught by GM Gregory Serper. Once
a contemporary to the top 10 in the world, Serper's lessons were unique as he
did not focus any specific strategic concept. Instead, he recounted stories
about the critical moments in his chess development and related them to us. He
brought with him his antique notebooks, filled with analysis he had done
decades ago when computers were a rare availability. At one point, one of us
asked what his favorite part about chess was living in Russia. He recalled that
he enjoyed studying with Kasparov in the Botvinnik - Kasparov School for talented
youth. All of this helped us gauge a more serious approach to chess and also
made us feel privileged to be training where we were.
Throughout the lesson, Serper emphasized the
importance of studying other players' games. He started with the following example. Found in his local newspaper, Serper had initially analyzed
this game just for fun. Then, he became intrigued with the final result.
Klaric, Zlatko
Gavric, Miladin
Here he asked us if we thought white could win this. As you may have guessed, we did not. 22. f4 Nd7 23. Kf3
So far white is playing normal moves - his only plan is to gradually attack on the kingside.23...h5 24. a3 Be7 25. Nc3 Nb8 26. Ke4 g6 27. Ne2 Nc6 28. Bd2
There is no rush,
but white eventually wants to play h3 - g4 - and f5.28...Kf8 29. Bc3 Ke8 30. h3 Kd7
So far it seems like black's position is still solid.31. g4 hxg4 32.hxg4 a6 33. Nc1 Nd8 34. Nd3 Kc6 35. f5 gxf5+ 36. gxf5 exf5+ 37. Kxf5 Ne6 38.Nf4 Nxf4 39. Kxf4 Here Serper asked us to evaluate the position once again and this time half the class thought white was now clearly better. So where did black go wrong? Before answering that question, let's see how the game finished up.
39...b5 40. b3 Bd8 41. Kf5 Kd7
The c5 and f7 pawns are two big weaknesses.
42. Bd2 Bh4 43. Be3 Be7 44. a4 bxa4 45. bxa4 Bf8 46. Kf6 Ke8 47.Bg5 Be7+ 48. Kf5 Bf8 49. Ke4 Kd7 50. Kd5 Kc7 51. Be3 Kb6 52. Bxc5+ and Black resigned
After the game, Serper told us that whenever you find yourself in a worse position, you must always try to find the source of your problems. As it turns out in this game, the source of black's problems was allowing the h3-g4-f5 breakthrough. All of black's troubles could have been eliminated had
he played ... f5 himself on move 24. Let's see how Serper used this seemingly small lesson over 15 years later. 1-0
Miles, A-Serper
Here Serper wasplaying GM Miles in the last round of the 1999 World Open. All he needed was a
draw to clinch a piece of 1st place. What should black play?24...f5
After studying Gavric's slow, grinding loss, Serper knew exactly what to do to avoid any turmoil and secure the draw.
25. Nc3 g5 26. Kf2 Kf7 27. Nf3 g4 28. Ne1 Nc7 29. Bc1 Nb8 30. Be3 Ke8 31. Nd3 b6 32. Ke2 Kd7 33. Kd2 Kc6 34. Kc2 Bf8 35. a3 a5 36. Bd2 Be7
And here both opponents agreed to a draw and Serper won the tournament. This example gave us a lasting impression of how important studying top players' games and creating a mini database of ideas and patterns is. Even analysis that is done years ago may come in handy some day and no good chess work is wasted! 1/2-1/2
Stepping
Stone #3: No plan is worst of all
Like Serper, IM Giorgi Orlov gave us a lesson about
keeping a strong mindset in chess. While Serper talked about professionalism in
studying and improving, Orlov demonstrated what it means to have a plan.
What is your plan as white? 14...f6 15.Rac1
Technically speaking, the
position played correctly should be a draw. To win, white needs to pose
problems to his opponent and force him to think about his moves. Anand starts
with the innocuous looking Rac1.
15...Ne7 16.b4!
White is consistent
with his plan of expanding on the queenside and already Rc7 is a threat!
16...Kd8
17.Bd3 Rc8 18.Rxc8+
There is no point playing a move like Rc5 - the trade
is inevitable. 18...Nxc8 19.g4!
Anand takes the opportunity to create
more weaknesses. Can you guess white's immediate threat? 19...h6
19...Ne7
If black plays this "normal" move, white can immediately gain the e5
square for his knight. 20.exf6 gxf6 21.g5! f5 22.Ne5
Now white is clearly
dominating. As you can see, the position isn't so simple; both players need to
be thinking on their feet. 20.Nh4 Ne7 21.f4 White's next idea is to
undermine black's center and continue to try to make some weaknesses on the
kingside. 21...a6 22.Rf1 Bb5 23.f5! All this time, black played sort of
waiting moves while white prepared this pawn break. It's already evident that
black has no plan.
23...h5 24.Ng6 Nxg6
Diagram # Find the best move! 25.exf6!
gxf6
25...Nh4 26.fxg7 Rg8 27.f626.fxg6 Ke7 27.g5!
This lesson was instructive to me as most players
would agree to a draw relatively quickly from the initial positon. Seeing how
Anand followed a simple plan and caused his opponent (who, conversely, had no
plan) significant problems motivates me to play for the win no matter how
drawish a position may seem - and, of course, to always have a plan.
Stepping
Stone #4: Openings might be important after all
The last thing we talked about was how to approach
openings. Earlier in the camp, Serper explained that at our level, openings
should account for approximately 20 percent of our chess study and the rest
should be utilized to improve tactical vision and of course, study the games of
world champions.
Greg Shahade, however, slightly disagreed. He
claimed that opening work should account for 20 percent only once a player
already had a solid repertoire. And thus began our discussion on how to achieve
a fighting position out of the first 10 - 15 moves.
As we analyzed our individual games from recent
tournaments, Greg noted that some of our opening choices would not stand up
very well against players at the IM level and higher. We either tried to avoid
main line continuations and opt into not-so-established pet lines or entered
into uncomfortable territory where our higher rated opponents were simply
better prepared. To fix this problem, Greg showed us what he does to prepare.
In any opening, Greg usually looks at least 10-20
related games played by strong players to get a feel for the positions. Then,
ChessBase or a similar program is necessary. Greg showed us a way to create a
separate reference database containing the games of all players rated above
2400 from the past 3 to 4 years. Using the reference, we took a look at what
the most popular continuations in a few openings are. What we found was that studying
these popular lines will lead to positions that are sometimes dynamic and
sometimes more solid, but they will always produce positions that allow some
nice, fighting chess. To remember these lines most players play many Blitz and
Bullet games online. But if you're a fanatic (like Greg), you can download the
notecard app on your smartphone and quiz yourself on key positions.
Thanks
And so there they are - four concepts to work on to
breakthrough to the next level. I would like to thank Greg Shahade for
organizing this edition of the U.S. Chess School in Seattle. The event wouldn't
be possible without the support of Dr. Jim Roberts and the Scheinberg Family
and I would like to thank them as well for sponsoring and hosting us in the
humble Matrix Genetics.
On a personal note, I want to thank everyone who has
supported me through my chess endeavors, especially my parents and former
coach, Gregory Serper. Without them, I could not be wherever little I am today.
So as the sun set over the misty shoreline, the camp
concluded and 12 young players receded back into their homes. But alas, their
fun was not over - they gained a new-found inspiration, a drive to reach new
heights. And that was the beginning of a new adventure. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
“The photo being used with the Rimsha Masih campaign is fake and misleading”
CFD apologises for using a misleading photo with the visual earlier posted on this blog regarding the demonstration in Karachi on Aug 25. We realise that there is a need to be more thoughtful with the visuals we use with our campaigns. Please read the note below, sent to the petition owners of the Free Rimsha campaign, from a health professional in Lahore: “The photo being used with the Rimsha Masih campaign is fake and misleading. As a member of the healthcare professionals community, I can assure you the child in the photo clearly lacks any of the characteristic facial features of Down’s Syndrome, such as epicanthic folds and oblique eye fissures. Furthermore, a quick Google search reveals credible news sources such as Reuters and Firstpost.com are using a different photograph, of a child more likely to have Down’s Syndrome than the perfectly normal-looking child in your petition photo. It is unfortunate that this photogenic-but-normal child’s picture has also been snapped up to make press club banners and illustrate other articles without appropriate verification, almost unchanged and with the incorrect labeling still intact.
“Whether this was genuine oversight or a deliberate ploy to garner additional sympathy by presenting a more ‘publicly acceptable’ face, not only does it appear discriminatory towards people with Down’s Syndrome but it also detracts from the credibility (as well as sincerity) of the Rimsha Masih petition–and ultimately from her case. It is an ethical violation and not something to be taken lightly. Please limit the damage by immediately putting up a correct photograph or at least providing a verification/disclaimer in the text of your petition.” | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
This Russian princess is a 26 year old, brunette with short curly hair and a body to die for. Olga oozes sex appeal, wherever she goes she turns heads, she is a man-magnet. Her maturity gives her the confidence that some younger girls lack, however she is not arrogant, she is bubbly, friendly, intelligent and fun to be with. Her positive energy is contagious and anyone in her presence feels better for it.
Olga is multi-lingual and at the moment is teaching English and Russian part-time, however this does not earn her enough money to give her the lifestyle that she craves, so luckily for us she joined our agency to supplement her lavish tastes. Olga loves to be spoiled. She loves to dress up and wear high-heels, be taken out and wined and dined and luxurious restaurants, after dinner she likes to be taken to some of Istanbul’s trendiest bars and clubs for a cocktail or two and then she just loves to dance. Lost in a trance, her sexy moves draw men to her like moths to flame, if you are lucky she might even do a private dance for you.
If you have treated Olga right and spoiled her in the way she deserves to be then she will purr like a pussy-cat and be like putty in your hands. Being slightly more mature, Olga knows how to please a man. She teases them to the point that they are practically begging for release, and when she obliges, boy what a release, you are bound to come harder than you ever have before! This Russian beauty is worth every dollar, whatever you invest in her, you will get back 10 fold.
Reviews
Posted: September 17, 2015 13:47
David James
If you are looking for a classy escort then look no further, she was like something out of an adult film, a body that was so sexy and all I wanted to do was get my hands on her and get her excited, and when I did, well, she was unstoppable. She showed me things I had never seen before, her legs went on forever and I was captivated from the start. Top marks and I will be booking her again for sure.
About Us
IstanbulVipEscorts!
Welcome to IstanbulVipEscorts! As Istanbul’s premier escort agency, we offer the best selection of the finest girls at affordable prices. An istanbul escort service with beautiful busty escorts istanbul. All Escorts in Istanbul. Find All Escorts Online in Just One Click.
Top Rate Escorts
Verified Escort Istanbul!
All of our escorts have been interviewed and vetted prior to joining Istanbul Escort Girls to ensure that they’re as charismatic and alluring on screen as they are in person. To guarantee that you have access to the escort that you’ve chosen after perusing our extensive database of beautiful girls. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
ABOUT A STOOL / AAS 32
The bar stool About A Stool AAS 32 has the same capacity for transformation as the other designs in the series, ranging from a minimalistic plastic stool to a more full-bodied upholstered version. With a curved backrest and long, elegant wooden legs, it enjoys a simple yet strong visual presence that makes it ideal as a bar stool in a public environment, as well as for informal meetings and meals. Available in two heights and in a range of wood finishes and colours. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Month: October 2015
A cinematic tract, a personal, activist work by a socially committed Québec filmmaker, this is a frontal assault, fraught with exacerbated emotion and concentrated philosophy, on a “consumer society” viewed as the ultimate embodiment of evil. This film was made during an exceptional, feverish period… Read More
By Karl Flecker Daniel is suffering from a repetitive strain injury. Working at Costco, stocking shelves, moving large boxes of everything he never eats, he jokes, is not what he planned to do with his European based training in logistics management. New to Canada, he… Read More
By Dan DiMaggio When a contract expires, the no-strike and binding arbitration clauses are no longer in effect. That means unions that keep working without a contract can strike over grievances that happen after contract expiration, as several Communications Workers locals at AT&T have done this… Read More
By Daniel Tseghay Yesterday, a new organization, the Coalition for Migrant Worker Rights – Canada (CMWRC), called on Justin Trudeau’s Liberal government to end the practice of tying migrant workers to specific employers. They’re kicking off the campaign, MoVE – Mobility, Voice and Equality for Migrant… Read More
by David Bush and Doug Nesbitt Canada Post management has just suspended its program of cutting home mail delivery in favour of “community mailboxes”. This is a huge victory and it’s worth celebrating. 22 months It all started nearly two years ago when Canada Post’s… Read More
By Daniel Tseghay On thursday, October 15, caregivers, members of the B.C. Government and Service Employees’ Union (BCGEU), and others, came together outside of Saint Elizabeth, a Vancouver home-care services provider. Eighty-nine home support workers are losing their jobs at the end of the month… Read More
By Daniel Tseghay In the year of Vancouver’s incorporation as a city in 1886, industrial unionists formed a local branch of the Knights of Labor. The union, which sponsored the Asiatic Exclusion League, played a prominent role in the riot that erupted the following year.… Read More
By Andrew Stevens Progressive parents and educators should be excited to learn that the repertoire of social justice texts aimed at children has been growing over the last few years. Hard Ball Press recently published a new addition to this list in 2015 titled Joelito’s… Read More
Accounting firm, KPMG, has been in the press lately. In September, allegations surfaced that KPMG had been involved in developing an offshore tax “sham” to help wealthy Canadian families avoid paying taxes. Two years ago the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) had even obtained a judicial… Read More
by David Bush and Doug Nesbitt So there we have it. Harper is gone. The Liberals surged from third place to win in this marathon election. The NDP, which was leading in the polls in August, slowly lost steam after they promised to prioritize balancing the… Read More
Call for Proposals 2016 Canadian Association for Work and Labour Studies annual conference Re-energizing Communities: Building Worker Solidarity and Social Justice University of Calgary June 1-2, 2016 As part of the Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences The conference organizing committee invites submissions for… Read More
By Scott Price The 2015 Canadian federal election is approaching its last days. Although the NDP has seen its support wane, the election will most likely be a close one. In Manitoba and Winnipeg the municipal, federal and upcoming provincial elections could signal the start of… Read More
By John DG 30 Norfinch Drive may not be the centre of the city, but right now you could call it the centre of the fight to decide wether hospitality jobs in the city of Toronto will be a path to the middle class or… Read More | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Tag: iaf recruitment group c
Indian Air Force IAF Recruitment 2016 for 50 Posts Indian Air Force has advertised the employment notification for the recruitment of Group C Civilian vacancies. These vacancies are present in IAF at maintenance command units. As Indian Air force is welcoming applications from all young and talented candidates. Therefore applicants those who have industrial training […] | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Recently, Israel has withheld large sums of funds from the Palestinians, putting the daily lives of more than 174,000 Palestinian government employees in peril.
Much is made of the fact that the late president Yasser Arafat controlled
billions in funds that were used to support the Palestinian struggle for
statehood and freedom.
And since it also involved politics, more than a
few people asserted there was corruption, asking how could one man be in charge
of so much money? When George Washington led the American revolution against the
British in the mid-18th century, he also controlled a vast sum of money, in the
tens of millions, which back then was the equivalent of hundreds of millions,
maybe even billions.
The point being that Arafat was our leader at a
precarious time. Revolutions are just that, revolutions, not formal governments
with elections or transparency. In fact, Arafat did what Washington did, hiding
the funds as best as he could so that the British – or Israel and the United
States in the case of the Palestinians – could not confiscate it and undermine
the revolution.
But Arafat ended the revolution to pursue a mirage of
peace with Israel, moving into the occupied West Bank in 1994. In the 10 years
that followed, peace was impossible and the funds remained partially hidden, as
they should have.
There is no sovereign Palestine state today, but rather
a quasi-administration that is subject to the political whims of Israel. And
those whims can be punitive.
Recently, Israel has withheld large sums of
funds from the Palestinians, putting the daily lives of more than 174,000
Palestinian government employees in peril.
Vicious anti-Arab members of
the US Congress, led by the likes of Ileana Ros- Lehtinin, have done everything
they can to financially choke the PA.
This week in an interview,
Ramallah-based journalist Mohammed Najib offered an interesting perspective that
should not be lost in this controversy.
Under pressure to find funds to
pay its employees, Arafat’s hapless successor President Mahmoud Abbas reached
out to find some of the lost Arafat treasure. The person he contacted last year
was Mohammed Rashid, the Iraqi Kurd who was Arafat’s financial
adviser.
Rashid went from pauper to wealthy prince and now lives in
London, although Najib reports there are rumors he has a home in Haifa in
Israel. Reluctant to face Abbas, Rashid declined. The Palestinian
Anti-Corruption Commission issued indictments of Rashid accusing him of 12
counts of corruption and embezzlement.
They reached out to Interpol to
issue an arrest warrant, but since Palestine is not a sovereign country,
Interpol declined.
Rashid was quick to respond, attacking Abbas and
asserting that Abbas had embezzled money himself from this revolutionary
treasure trove that everyone believes exists but no one so far has been able to
trace clearly.
The financial crisis, many believe, also is behind the
collapse of the attempted unity government that Abbas pursued with Hamas in the
Gaza Strip. Hamas is seeking to Islamicize the West Bank, as they have done in
Gaza, and Abbas eventually backed out.
Hamas wants a presence in the West
Bank but refuses to allow the secular Abbas government to have a presence in the
Gaza Strip.
The Hamas treachery is more transparent than the issue of
where the money is.
Hamas is also hypocritical. They have historically
accused the PA of corruption and a lack of financial transparency but everyone
knows that Hamas is not that transparent about its own funding,
either.
With the Arab World in turmoil as the “Arab Spring” fast wilting
into an Arab Winter, the flow of funds from Palestine’s “Arab Brothers” have
also ceased.
Abbas needs to pay his employees, or his government could
collapse, and if his government collapses, so to will the hopes for peace
further deteriorate. Najib says the PA faces a $1.2 billion budget shortfall.
Even in the world of Facebook wealth, that’s still a lot of money.
It
seems like the hopes for peace are dependent on so many undependable factors
making it so unlikely.
Whenever you have government, you also have
corruption. The two go hand in hand. You see it in the United States and the
West, and you see it often in Israel, too. So why is it surprising that we see
it in Palestine? Of course we will.
But it is troubling for a
poverty-stricken public to see their leaders go from revolutionaries to wealthy
entrepreneurs. How did Abbas build up an equity thought to be in the hundreds of
millions? And how does a guy like Rashid become the world’s “wealthiest
non-Palestinian Palestinian?” It’s one of the true miracles of government and
public service. It’s called “Virgin wealth” in politics and discussions of
political financial corruption. It’s one of those miracles that happens in
government.
Poor public servant enters politics and suddenly becomes
wealthy, not by saving their small government payroll checks, but through other
means, and through other opportunities that come from power and
clout.
Well, the Middle East is the place where miracles first began, so
it is appropriate that the miracle of the “virgin wealth” might miraculously
appear there.
Although just once it would be nice to have a good miracle,
like seeing an end to the occupation, this 64th year of the Palestinian
Catastrophe and the nearly two decades of the failed peace process.
Seems
that it is easier to see a politician get rich than to see a miracle of peace in
the Middle East.
The writer is an award winning Palestinian American
columnist and Chicago radio talk show host. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Saturday, April 9, 2011
AMC's new drama series "The Killing" chronicles several interconnected stories that stem from the investigation into the death of a teenage girl named Rosie Larsen. From her family, to her friends, to the investigators, to the local political situation, the story is tackled from several different points of view, as interested parties (and potential suspects) pay close attention to the murder case. Former Red Ranger, Brandon Jay McLaren (Jack, SPD) appears on the series as Bennet Ahmed, a teacher at the local high school, where Rosie Larsen was a student. He is present when Rosie's best friend, Sterling, is questioned about her being missing. Bennet seems to have a friendship with Sterling, who is a student in Bennet's class. McLaren's character is also later questioned by the police about Rosie, since he chaperoned the dance where she was last seen. He is also present when the police return in the second episode after discovering Rosie's dead body. He alerts his students, Sterling & Jasper that the police want to question them and he sits in during Sterling's questioning. The screencaps below come from the first two episodes of the series, "Pilot" and "The Cage."
Want to know what your favorite Power Rangers actors are up to after they've left the spandex behind, or maybe even before their role on Power Rangers? Well, you've come to the right place. "After the Power" features screencaps of over 190 Power Rangers actors in television, film and the occasional commercial. Feel free to leave comments here on the blog. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
IRCTC on mobile: How to book train ticket through app
After booking, the passenger will receive a reservation message with full details of the ticket including PNR, train number, date of journey, class etc.
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has made it simple for travelers to book their railway tickets in just a few minutes while sitting at their place. People can now book their railway tickets through their mobile phones by using IRCTC website or application software (app).
Application software has to be downloaded on the mobile handset. These mobile applications are functional on most of the GPRS/browser based mobile phones, from basic model to high end ones.
Step 1: Login to URL irctc.co.in/mobile with your existing IRCTC user id and password or download the app of IRCTC
Step 2: Click on ‘Plan my journey’ under the option for ‘Train Ticketing’
Step 3: Select the journey date, train and continue the booking
Step 4: Use existing passenger list or add passengers.
Step 5: Confirm booking details and make the payment through credit/debit card/UPI/Paytm
After booking, the passenger will receive a reservation message with full details of the ticket including PNR, train number, date of journey, class etc. Showing the reservation message of the confirmed ticket on their mobile during travel will be sufficient. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
More About:
Costs and savings
Government costs would have been lower in large part because the loan rate would have been paid on only the portion of the crop that was put into farmer-owned reserves and not on every bushel that was produced.
Over the complete study period, the value of exports would have been $4.9 billion higher with farmer-owned reserves in place than under historical conditions for that period.
“Basically, in the report, with corn, wheat and soybeans, higher prices show that export quantity went down by a small percentage. Meanwhile, the value went up by a large percentage. That’s because price went up significantly.
“When you talk about value of exports, price is the issue for most of the crops. While people may say ‘loan rates hurt our exports,’ they actually may reduce the quantity a bit. But the higher prices increase the total revenue from exports.
“We must decide if we want to ship more at a much cheaper price or a little less at a much higher price.”
Because the U.S. would have held some buffer stocks under farmer-owned reserve policies, importers of U.S. corn, wheat and soybeans would have been assured of a stable supply of storable commodities, reducing the need for countries to protect local supplies of grains.
“During the study period there was no residual supplier in the world. In 2007 into 2008, governments began to shut off exports of their crops with the goal of protecting their populations from going hungry. They didn’t want to sell at a given price only to see the price rise and then be forced to import at a higher price.
“By having stocks in key crops – corn, wheat and soybeans -- in the United States, the other markets settle down. You wouldn’t have governments taking such actions because they know they can get grain from the United States at something close to the release price.
“There would be an upper bound on their risk. If there are no supplies, at all, and they’re scratching up whatever they can find, there’s really no upper bound.
“Politicians don’t get reelected when their constituents starve. That’s how revolutions begin.” | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Rogers Media uses cookies for personalization, to customize its online advertisements, and for other purposes. Learn more or change your cookie preferences. Rogers Media supports the Digital Advertising Alliance principles. By continuing to use our service, you agree to our use of cookies.
We use cookies (why?) You can change cookie preferences. Continued site use signifies consent.
Earl said that during each robbery the man walks into the bank with a note saying that he is armed. At first, he waits in line, and says he wants to deposit a cheque. He then hands over a note, not a cheque, and demands cash.
“The individual is described as preppy. He is in mid-20s, clean-cut, well-dressed, always wearing the same clothes, the same coat, the same hat. He has a medium build and is five-foot-ten to six feet in height. He may have some light freckles on his face,” Earl said.
Police believe the man takes the subway to the banks.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police.
Toronto police are looking for this man after five banks were robbed between Nov. 21 and Dec. 17, 2016. TORONTO POLICE | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Category Archives: Patti K Blog
Post navigation
Have you ever been in a conversation with a person that just kept talking? Has there been a time where there was no break in the words, for you to get your point across? I know that I have. In … Continue reading →
Do you remember when you were younger hearing, “Sticks and stones will break my bones but names will never hurt me”? I have a vivid recollection of this saying throughout my childhood. I also believed it and created a protective … Continue reading →
When was the last time you took an inventory of how you’re spending your time on an average day? Have you ever considered writing down what you are doing each and every day? This is a great exercise to do … Continue reading →
As I read this quote for the first time, I thought to myself, “I always try to do what’s right!” But as I thought about it further, I remembered a question that was posed to my mastermind group about integrity. … Continue reading →
As I thought about this quote, I was reminded of the importance of “sharpening the saw”. Stephen Covey coined this phrase in his book, “The 7 Habits of Highly Successful People”. It is habit #7 and to me, it’s one … Continue reading →
One of the sayings I’ve heard my whole life is, “change is the only constant in life.” I think we’re well aware of the fact that life changes everyday. Even though we know that change will happen, it still seems … Continue reading →
I was recently given a book as a gift and it was a collection of short essays. The title was intriguing so I began reading the book. As I began reading I needed to stop and reread several parts of … Continue reading →
One of the most important lessons in life came from my mentor, John C. Maxwell. He told me that if I’m not learning, growing and improving, I am likely slipping backwards. I gave this lots of thought and realized how … Continue reading →
When I used to think of happiness, I thought of it as the ultimate state of being. It is something that we all desire, right? I had this idea that if I am successful, I will be happy. Well that … Continue reading →
At one point in life, I was full of excuses. I felt that people would be more forgiving if they understood why something happened. While a short explanation may be in order for some situations, excuses are never a … Continue reading → | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
modern warfare 3
Many people have been waiting at least a year or two for this juggernaut of a title to hit the shelves, and at midnight last night. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 leaped onto shelves and into your gaming console. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Title:
[Moore's Hotel]
Date:
[ca. 1857]
Identifier:
DAG-0108
Format:
1 photograph : ambrotype ; half plate, visible image 4 x 5 1/4 in.
Content/Description:
View of Moore's Hotel, two-story, wooden building. Men standing on porch along front and side of first floor, woman on corner
at right; men and children standing on porch along the front and side of the second story. (Destroyed by fire on May 19, 1865.) | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
adsense link 728px X 15px
June 26, 2010
We touch, I feel a rush
We clutch, it isn't much
But it's enough to make me wonder what's in store for us
It's lust, it's torturous
You must be a sorceress cause you just
Did the impossible
Gain my trust, don't play games it'll be dangerous
If you fuck me over
Cause if I get burnt, I'ma show you what its like to hurt
Cause I been treated like dirt before ya
And love is evil
Spell it backwards I'll show ya
(Verse 1)
Nobody knows me, I'm cold
Walk down this road all alone
It's no ones fault but my own
Its the path I've chosen to go
Frozen as snow, I show no emotion whatsoever so
Don't ask me why, I have no love for these mufuckin' hoes
Bloodsuckin succubus, what the fuck is up with this
I've tried in this department but I ain't had no luck with this
Its sucks but its exactly what I thought it would be
Like tryin' to start over
I gotta hole in my heart, I'm some kind of emotional roller-coaster
Somethin' I won't go on til you toy with my emotion so its over
It's like an explosion, every time I hold ya wasn't jokin' when I told ya
Ya take my breathe away
You're a supernova.. and I'm a
http://liriklagu-top.blogspot.com
(Hook)
I'ma space bound rocket ship and your heart's the moon
And I'm aiming right at you
Right at you
250 thousand miles on a clear night in June
And I'm aiming right at you
Right at you
Right at you
(Verse 2)
I'll do whatever it takes
When I'm with you, I get the shakes
My body aches when I ain't
With you I have zero strength
There's no limit on how far I would go
No boundaries, no lengths
Why do we say that until we get that person that we think's
Gonna be that one and then once we get 'em, it's never the same
You want them when they don't want you
Soon as they do, feelings change
It's not a contest and I ain't on no conquest for no mate
I wasn't looking but I stumbled onto you, must've been fate
But so much is at stake, what the fuck does it take
Lets cut to the chase
But a door shuts in your face
Promise me if I cave in and break and leave myself open
That I won't be makin' a mistake, cause I'm a
(Hook)
I'ma space bound rocket ship and your heart's the moon
And I'm aiming right at you
Right at you
250 thousand miles on a clear night in June
And I'm aiming right at you
Right at you
Right at you
(Verse 3)
So after a year and 6 months
It's no longer me that you want
But I love you so much it hurts
Never mistreated you once
I poured my heart out to you
Let down my guard, swear to god
I'll blow my brains in your lap
Lay here and die in your arms
Drop to my knees and I'm pleading
I'm trying to stop you from leaving
You won't even listen, so fuck it
I'm trying to stop you from breathing
I put both hands on your throat
I sit on top of you, squeezing
Til I snap ya neck like a Popsicle stick
Ain't no possible reason, I could think of
To let you walk up out this house, and let you live
Tears streamed down both of my cheeks
Then I let you just go and just give
And before I put that gun to my temple
I told you this
(Bridge)
And I would have did anything for you
To show you how much I adored you
But it's over now
It's too late to save our love
Just promise me you'll think of me every time you look up in the sky and see a star cause I'm a
(Hook)
Space bound rocket ship and your heart's the moon
And I'm aiming right at you
righ at you
250 thousand miles on a clear night in June
and im so lost without you
without you
without you | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
$0.25
Click to enlarge
color: Redrarity: Uncommoncard type: Sorcerycasting cost:artist(s): Mark Poolecard text: Eternal Flame does an amount of damage to your opponent equal to the number of mountains you control, but it also does half that amount of damage to you, rounding up. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Saturday, July 3, 2010
My Name is Memory By Ann Brashares Not qute time traveling, Daniel's experiences are closer to what we think of as past life experiences. Daniel Grey believes most souls have many lives but very few remember them the way he does. He remembers it every detail. He loves a woman named Sophia through all of time, all of his lives he is searching for his one true love. He can stare deeply into someones eyes and recognize their true soul, recognize who they once may have been. Some lives he finds Sophia and some he does not. Sometimes they are the wrong ages in the wrong places. Finally he meets Lucy (Sophia) well over a thousand years later and it is finally their time to be together, or is it?
A unique love story, throw in a bit of history, culture and language, sit back and enjoy this beautiful story of love, trust, friendship and most of all, life. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
The Board of the Review
16 November 1855
Actions of the conference included the appointment of Henry Lyon, David Hewitt, and William M. Smith, all of Battle Creek, to be a committee to investigate the financial condition of the Review office, and the appointment of Uriah Smith as the resident (or managing) editor, and five corresponding editors. These were J. N. Andrews, of Iowa; James White and J. H. Waggoner, of Michigan; R. F. Cottrell, of New York; and Stephen Pierce, of Vermont. The minutes also recorded:
8. That a vote of thanks be tendered to Brother White for his valuable services as an editor, in spreading the light of present truth (RH, Dec. 5, 1855). | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Tag Archives: walking tour glasgow
Post navigation
Sometimes things are better when not planned. Remember, unplanned trips usually pushed through than those that has long been planned, right? Our trip to Glasgow last April was one of the attestations of this cliché. We went to Edinburgh for … Continue reading → | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
The text, under a rainbow banner, reads: "whatever revs your
engine, we support you 100%."(Click image to enlarge).
Although GM,
known to be supportive of LGBT causes, was clearly using this
ad as a metaphor to promote tolerant behavior, this actually
isn't the first time that there has been headlines about electric
cars being called gay. | {
"pile_set_name": "Pile-CC"
} |
Subsets and Splits
No community queries yet
The top public SQL queries from the community will appear here once available.