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Miramar College
District launches new website
August 25, 2017 | San Diego Community College District
Welcome to the new San Diego Community College District website. Launched August 27, 2017, this website has been developed to ensure that faculty, staff, students, parents, alumni and the San Diego community have access to information and updates about our district.
The redesign aims to make the site more accessible on mobile devices and simplify navigation while featuring stories on student success, workforce training and community engagement.
We encourage users to explore the new site to become more familiar with all the changes. If you’re still having trouble finding what you need you may want to look through our Directories page that links to each department in the district. Below are some quick links to our most frequently visited pages to assist you.
For any website needs or feedback please contact ccook@sdccd.edu or ithelp@sdccd.edu.
Faculty Web Services
Open Education Resources
Disability Support Programs and Services (DSPS)
Research and Planning
With this update there will be a few changes. Here are some questions and answers to help you better understand how the new site may affect you.
Is the website compatible with all browsers?
We have made every attempt to ensure that the website functions in all of the most common browsers. For the best viewing experience we recommend updating your current browser to the latest version.
Will my bookmarked pages on the old site still work?
Most URLs on the website have changed as we have migrated to a new system. We have created redirects for our most frequently-visited pages. Clicking on old bookmarks should take you to the new page in most instances, but we encourage you to update your bookmarks to links on the new site. Here is a link to the Directories page to help you find the department you need.
Did anything stay the same?
Portals that require login information have not changed. Portals such as Reg-e, Schedule of Classes, College Faculty Web Services, Continuing Education Faculty Web Services, and PeopleSoft remain the same.
Will the website work on a phone or tablet?
The new website is mobile-friendly and will have a different appearance on mobile devices than on desktop. To find your way around our site on mobile, the menu can be found by selecting the three horizontal lines at the top-right corner of the page.
Will there be training on the new website?
The district communications office is coordinating with vice chancellors at the district office to offer training to selected members of each department so they can update their own sections of the website. These two training sessions will take place in September. Training will be conducted by the company Taylor & Pond that redesigned the website, with the support of the District’s Communications and Public Relations office and Information Technology.
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Home > Search & discover > Explore collections by format > Newspapers > Newspapers online
The emergence of digital newspaper archives has transformed the Library's newspaper collections in recent years. A diverse selection of historic, modern and current newspapers is now available online.
Victorian registered users of the Library can access many of these from home, including recent archives of major Australian newspapers. The Library provides access to these sophisticated online archives, containing many overseas newspapers, in preference to collecting and retaining print copies.
If you’re looking for historical primary sources, researching family history or just interested in the past, newspapers are full of fascination. Many are available electronically. You can access 19th- and 20th-century Australian, British and New Zealand newspapers online. As well, the Library is currently adding more Victorian newspapers to the Historic Australian Newspapers site; included in this is a major project commemorating World War I.
Modern newspapers
Many current newspapers are available through electronic collections like ProQuest Australia & New Zealand Newsstream (2001- ) and international titles via ProQuest Central. These usually include more content than you can find on the newspapers’ own websites. The content is also kept up-to-date and there are often substantial archives. PressReader is wonderful for catching up on recent news from countries around the world, complete with photos, ads and the ability to flip through pages online.
Papers Past website: New Zealand newspapers 1839–1932
Chronicling America website: historic American newspapers
How to find newspapers: research guide
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Discover the amazing breadth of our collections by theme, from art to war and Australian history.
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Seven new scholarships extend SOAS engagement with migration and refugees
SOAS, University of London today announced the creation of seven new scholarships for refugee students wishing to study at SOAS. These are in addition to the Cultures of Resistance scholarships that have been offered by the School since 2013 to MA students from countries affected by war and extreme poverty
The new scholarships are available for four undergraduate and two Masters students and one research student starting in 2016/17.
The new scholarships extend SOAS’ wide ranging engagement with migration and refugees. Since 2008, the SOAS Centre for Gender Studies has offered fellowships and mentoring programmes for female academic refugees from across the globe, including the Middle East, particularly Iran and Iraq. SOAS is an institutional supporter of CARA, the Council for Assistance to Refugee Academics, hosting a number of refugee scholars and supporting doctoral studies for CARA-sponsored students. SOAS Alumni and Friends Fund also supports CARA.
The research of many SOAS scholars supports the rights of people displaced by famine and conflict, or through ethnicity, religion, gender or sexuality, drawing on expertise. Clustered around SOAS’ Centre for Migration and Diaspora Studies, research across many disciplines influences the policy of governments around the world, it informs the work of agencies such as the United Nations Development Programme and the World Bank and international NGOs like Oxfam, as well as courts, civil society, families and individuals. Read more about the impact of some of our research and its positive impact on displaced people.
A number of student and staff initiatives connect with refugees and migrants themselves. These include Student Union activities with Hackney and Haringey Refugee Advice Centres, work by STAR to provide material support to migrants at Calais, and SOAS musicians who have travelled to Calais to play music and run workshops.
SOAS Development team also collaborates with CARA and Prisoners of Conscience, both organisations that are supporting a Cultures of Resistance scholar who is now a SOAS doctoral student.
SOAS staff, students and the wider community are able to give direct support to the SOAS Refugee Scholarships Fund through SOAS' online giving platform.
Professor Richard Black, Pro-Director for Research and Enterprise, said: ‘We are glad to be able to offer these scholarships as one strand of SOAS' profound and longstanding engagement with forced migration and refugees, one of the most challenging issues of our times. SOAS research provides crucial analysis to inform the international community and policy makers, as well has having a direct impact on the lives of individuals.’
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In the world of rugby, the United States is the David compared to the world’s Goliath’s like New Zealand, England, and this year’s current HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series leader South Africa. Can Team USA win next weekend’s event in Las Vegas? Anything is possible, but the Americans face a difficult task.
Team USA sits in eighth place in the World Series standings with 35 points, just behind Australia and Wales. The Americans are coming off a sixth-place finish in the 2017 Sydney Sevens. Fiji defeated Team USA 35-12 to capture fifth.
Led by captain Madison Hughes, also the team’s leading points scorer, Team USA continues to improve. Perry Baker, a former college and professional football player, is the team’s leading tries scorer and Carlin Isles is considered by many to be the fastest player in rugby. Isles was a football and track star at Ashland University in Ohio.
The USA Rugby Sevens tournament gets underway on Friday, March 3, and ends on Sunday, March 5. Team USA will open play on Friday when it faces Samoa at 5:37 p.m. at Sam Boyd Stadium. The team will play again at 8:36 p.m. on Friday taking on Chile and then will face perennial power England on Saturday afternoon. Team USA’s best finish in the USA Rugby Sevens came in 2010 when the team made the semifinals and finished fourth.
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Cornwall police charge woman with assaults, breach
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Published on: August 2, 2019 | Last Updated: August 2, 2019 2:27 PM EDT
A 41-year-old woman from Cornwall is facing three charges after police received a complaint on Thursday.
Police alleged the woman hit her boyfriend and struck him with an extension cord during an argument.
The woman, whose identity was not released, was charged with assault; assault with a weapon; and, breach of recognizance for failing to keep the peace.
She was held in police custody pending a bail hearing in Cornwall court.
Assault, possession
A 62-year-old man from Cornwall is facing two charges after a police investigation into a complaint on Thursday.
Police alleged the man struck another man with a metal bar during an argument.
Guy Mernier, 62, was charged with assault with a weapon, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
He was released from police custody to appear in Cornwall court on Sept. 12.
Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry has a Green Party candidate Cornwall police charge woman with assaults, breach
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January Happenings in SF
It’s the start of a new year and San Francisco is set for another 12 months of activities for everyone. From the Harlem Globetrotters to midnight bicycle rides and magic shows, at SCH we want our guests to be in the know of different events happening in our fair city. Let’s take a look at what January 2018 has to offer.
FOG Design+Art Fair
The fifth annual design and art fair will feature vibrant collections from 45 international galleries. The opening gala on Jan. 10 will preview the fair and also supports SF MOMA. The FOG Design+Art Fair runs Jan. 11-14 at Fort Mason Center, between the Marina District and Fisherman’s Wharf (2 miles from SCH). More details at fogfair.com
Martin Luther King Day events
The Museum of African Diaspora has no shortage of events to celebrate the work and life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Admission is free at the museum on Jan. 15. Admission is also free at all U.S. National Parks, including the nearby Muir Woods (see day trip guide to Muir Woods). Yerba Buena Gardens will celebrate MLK from Jan. 13-15. Details here. NorCalMLK is set to host a film festival in honor of the revered reverend and civil rights leader. More info here.
Fog City Magic Festival
The fog city’s third-annual magic festival features a week of shows from the Bay Area’s lauded magicians, presented by the Exit Theatre. Headliner and renowned magician Peter Samelson will prove that magic isn’t just for kids. Check out www.theexit.org/fog/ for the full line-up and ticket info. Event runs Jan. 24-27.
San Francisco Restaurant Week
If you’re in SF from Jan. 22-31, you’re in luck! Nearly 130 restaurants will participate in showcasing their culinary creations with a prix fixe menu throughout SF Restaurant Week. The city has some of the best food in the country so make sure to take advantage of this dining special. Look up participating restaurants here.
SF Film Noir Festival @ The Castro
The 16th Annual San Francisco Film Noir Festival features “class A and trashy B” films from 1941 to 1953 at the historic Castro Theatre. Classic films are the perfect reason to visit San Francisco’s beloved Castro Theatre. Event runs Jan. 26-Feb. 4. Info at noircity.com
Visiting San Francisco? Check out the best deals at our boutique hotel in Nob Hill.
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Bush administration climbs aboard light rail: project gets highest-possible rating, FY 2004 budget includes $75 million for light rail
Central Link light rail today became one of only two transit projects in the nation to receive a "highly recommended" Federal Transit Administration rating — the highest possible under the agency's process for prioritizing applicants for New Starts funding.
In a major indication of the new rating's significance, the FY 2004 budget issued today by President Bush proposes $75 million for building the light rail system's initial segment.
"With these statements of confidence, we are thrilled and grateful to welcome President Bush and his administration aboard Link light rail," said Ron Sims, Sound Transit Board Chair and King County Executive. "Light rail is the ‘one sure thing' going for our region on the transportation front. We appreciate the confidence and trust that the Bush Administration has placed in us to deliver this project and for the hard, bipartisan work of Sen. Patty Murray and other members of our congressional delegation to deliver effective results for the people of this region."
"We appreciate the efforts of the Bush Administration and FTA to help us restore public confidence in this project," Sims said. "It's clear today the Bush Administration is committed to helping solve our region's transportation crisis and supports us in our remaining work to complete the Full Funding Grant Agreement process. We will work hard with the FTA every day over the next several months and with Congress so the FFGA can be executed this year and we can start laying tracks this summer."
"President Bush, Transportation Secretary Norm Mineta and Federal Transit Administrator Jenna Dorn have worked with us from Day One of the Administration," said Dave Earling, Sound Transit Board Vice Chair and Edmonds City Council President. "They have given us the time, opportunity and assistance we needed to make changes in the project and the way we operate. Now that we've shown we're back on track, we are very grateful for the support they're giving us."
The project's "highly recommended" rating, contained in the FTA's annual New Starts report to Congress, is based on the project's ridership, cost-effectiveness, local financial commitment and level of design. Central Link light rail is one of only four projects the FTA has proposed to receive FFGAs this year.
The new rating and budget follow other recent signs of renewed federal confidence in Central Link, including the Federal Transit Administration's release of $50 million in funding last month and its award of final design approval for the project last summer.
The $75 million would provide the FY 2004 installment of the FFGA that Sound Transit is hoping to secure this summer after the executive and legislative branches complete their extensive reviews of the project. The $500 million FFGA — one-quarter of the initial segment's $2.07 billion capital cost — includes $91 million that Sound Transit has already received.
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The Premium Safari Camp is inspired by the African mobile camps, bringing style and elegance to the Arctic.
Yurt style tents are erected with double walls for insulation to provide a warm home away from home in one of the most breathtaking landscapes on earth.
Configurations can include either two twin beds or one king-size bed. Each bed is complete with mattress, duvets, pillows and comforter. Large windows provide sweeping views so that you can still be part of the arctic while enjoying the creature comforts of your yurt.
There is a spacious dining/ lounge area with a central fireplace and a 24-hour buffet service. The washrooms are shared with on-demand hot water.
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Sail Greenland & the Northern Lights
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Just below the Arctic circle, a holiday to Iceland offers an exciting mix of nature, culture and fun. Volcanoes and glaciers have combined to create a landscape that is dramatic and raw and the Icelanders know…
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This exclusive Arctic safari explores the rich wildlife and vast landscapes of Lancaster Sound, an area known as the Serengeti of the North, and presents opportunities to snorkel with narwhals and sleep in an expeditionary mobile…
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Journeys through the Arctic wilderness on a snowmobile, travelling through stunning landscapes and staying at one of the most unique lodges in the world.
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UK stocks slide as growing uncertainty worries investors
23 May 2019 | 12:03pm
StockMarketWire.com - The UK market plunged during mid-morning trading on Thursday, with stocks falling as investors became increasingly nervous over continuing tensions between the US and China.
Political uncertainty also dominated markets with polling underway for the European elections.
At midday, the benchmark FTSE 100 index traded 1.5% lower at 7,227.31.
LARGE AND MID CAP RISERS AND FALLERS
Legoland-to-Alton Towers theme parks operator Merlin Entertainments rallied more than 4% to 346.9p after activist shareholder ValueAct Capital urged the company to go private.
Outsourcing group Serco leapt 8.2% to 131p after buying a US defence business in an earnings-enhancing deal.
Pub and restaurant operator Mitchells & Butlers added 7% to 259.5p after it reported a 4.1% increase in first-half like-for-like sales and a return to operating profit growth. This came as it continued to outperform the market even amid continued uncertainty from the UK political and economic landscape.
Testing and certification firm Intertek shed 2.3% to £50.66 even as it reported a rise in revenues for the first four months of the year as a recent string of acquisitions in "attractive" growth and margin sectors bolstered growth, keeping the company on track to meet its expectations.
Brickmaker Ibstock rose 2.2% to 251.6p after it reported a "solid" start to the year, but also said it expected that performance would be second-half weighted, as it continued its maintenance programme.
Car dealership Inchcape gained 2.4% to 571p after it launched a £100m buyback programme as trading in the first four months of the year met its expectations, supported by 'good' growth in its distribution division.
Private hospital company Mediclinic International fell 1.4% to 326.8p after it posted a 4% fall in its full-year adjusted earnings, in line with expectations, due to a changing regulatory environment in Switzerland, the location of its Hirslanden hospital group. However, the company left its guidance unchanged.
Food ingredients maker Tate & Lyle fell 4.1% to 759.4p after it posted a drop in full-year pre-tax profit as higher costs and a fall in its primary products division took their toll while market conditions remained challenging.
Fresh food maker Bakkavor Group added 2.6% to 125p after it left its full-year outlook unchanged as trading since the end of the last year met expectations despite ongoing subdued consumer confidence and inflationary pressures.
Pub chain Young & Co dropped 0.5% to £18.38 after it reported an 8.7% increase in full-year total revenue even against the challenging market backdrop. This came on the back of strong performance from the company's managed house division, which was enhanced by the acquisition of 15 Redcomb pubs.
Discounted goods retailer B&M dropped 4.2% to 363.9p even as it reported 'strong' results as annual pre-tax profits grew despite a 'challenging' retail backdrop amid rising costs and increasing consumer uncertainty.
Security tech firm QinetiQ grew 4.9% to 311.4p as it said a 32% increase in orders drove its full-year 2019 revenue and operational growth, while it sees "mid-single digit" revenue growth for 2020.
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Baby products specialist Mothercare lost 3.5% to 20.6p after it said it would postpone the publication of its full-year financial results by one day to 7am on Friday, 24 May as a result of the complexity of its financial year.
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New Severin Releases
Due in stock towards the end of the month
New Tape From Spun Out Of Control Coming Soon
Cinematic synth soundtrack to 1983 erotic thriller ‘Midnight Demon’ finally gets a physical release!
‘She came to feed… she’s staying to breed’. Recalling 1980s film scores by Brad Fidel and Tangerine Dream, the long lost electronic soundtrack to 1983 grindhouse ‘classic’ Midnight Demon, by short-lived LA synthesizer duo Turquoise Moon, is finally unearthed by boutique music label Spun Out Of Control.
Presented as a limited run cassette + digital release with re-worked artwork by Eric Adrian Lee and re-mastered from the original tapes by Andy Fosberry, this is the most complete version of the score, which mixes pulsating synth pads with expansive ambient soundscapes, in existence.
Choose from two coloured tape shell options: ‘Purple Prey’ or ‘Neon Blue’, each limited to 75 units each.
Re-discovering Turquoise Moon’s other-worldly score to ‘Midnight Demon’:
Turquoise Moon were an American synth duo of Terry Ferrello and Frank Heisenberg, recording and releasing music from 1981 to ‘86. The pair met in ’81 while living in Mountain View, California, and working as game developers for Atari Inc. Here they discovered a shared fascination for synthesisers and drum machines that they cracked, modified and rebuilt. Choosing the name Turquoise Moon, the duo wrote instrumental music out of Frank’s basement, which they self released on cassette via independent stores and fanzines throughout the Bay Area during 1982.
One of these rare tapes made its way to the hands of LA-based writer and director Kyle Caruso, who had cut his teeth directing commercials for the automotive and high end perfume industries and was about to embark on shooting his first feature film. That film was Midnight Demon.
Terry and Frank were invited by Kyle to move to LA in June of 1983 to compose music for the movie – an opportunity they jumped at, as the video game crash was beginning to take hold of the industry. Midnight Demon was scored in nine days using a Roland JX-3P, a Juno-60, a Jupiter 8, several cracked and unrecognisable Moogs, a Linn Drum and a Simmons SD-7 drum brain.
On the strength of the soundtrack Turquoise Moon signed to Capitol Records, for whom they recorded an album that, for reasons unknown, remains unreleased to this day. Undeterred, they resided in LA through early ’85 to write the score for Midnight Demon 2, before finally calling it quits in 1986.
Due in stock early June
Strange Vice is going to be set up at the following events over the next 2 weekends
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12th & 13th May
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Home Latest videos Tearful tributes paid to Rachael Martin at funeral service
Tearful tributes paid to Rachael Martin at funeral service
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FAMILY and friends said an emotional goodbye to Stratford mum Rachael Martin on 23rd June during a funeral service at Oakley Wood Crematorium.
Around 150 mourners gathered at the crematorium’s North Chapel to pay their respects to Rachael, who died in a tragic road traffic collision whilst saving her young daughter Keira’s life on 20th May.
Keira, who suffered serious injuries to her pelvis and lower spine in the incident, has already undergone operations at St George’s Hospital in London and is currently undergoing treatment at Birmingham Children’s Hospital.
Six-year-old Keira arrived at the service in an ambulance, while her older sister Leah, who witnessed the accident on Western Road also attended.
The service was led by Reverend Patrick Taylor of Holy Trinity Church in Stratford and gave the opportunity for family and friends to pay tribute to a much-loved mother, daughter, sister and friend.
Speaking at the service, Rachael’s father Bill Simpson, said: “Your mum, dad, daughters, sisters, close relatives and friends are all here today because we miss you and love you so very much. Our brave heroic girl.
“You have touched the hearts of everyone here today. Your ultimate sacrifice in saving little Keira’s life will always be remembered with pride, respect and love.
“We will miss your smile, your laughter, cheekiness and your stubbornness. Your mum and I will not miss your music or your cooking but we will miss your positive attitude to life, your strong will and determination and your love and devotion to Leah and Keira. We will miss all these things and more. Be at peace now our lovely daughter.
“Leah and Keira are here today to show how much they love and miss you so very, very much. When I first saw Keira at the hospital she kept on saying ‘mummy saved me, mummy saved me.’
“Rachael you have two remarkable daughters. You must be very proud of them. They have strong personalities – confident, outward going and fun to be with, just like you!”
Speaking through tears, Bill went on to thank all those who had assisted at the scene of the accident, the work of the NHS in treating Keira, the emergency services, the air ambulance and Ronald McDonald House in Birmingham.
He added: “Sue and I have not had the chance to fully grieve for our daughter Rachael but we know that one day when we suddenly find ourselves alone together we will be able to talk about Rachael and all the great times we had, and, as for all parents, the laughter and the tears. I am sure once the tears really come it will be difficult to stop.
“We will cry and cry and cry. Then we will hold each other tight, wipe the tears from our eyes and leave to pick Leah and Keira up from school. They will greet us with smiles of joy and happiness and talk of their day at school and we will laugh and laugh and laugh.
“Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much and with the help of family and friends, their school and school friends, Leah and Keira will have a good childhood. They will be deeply loved and cared for and will grow up always remembering their heroic mother Rachael.”
Reading a tribute from Rachael’s sisters Emma and Laura, Rev Patrick Taylor said: “Although I’m sad without you and wish that you were here, within my heart your lovely smile still shines bright and clear. I treasure all those memories of growing up with you, the secrets we would always share, the childish things we’d do. As the years passed quickly by we grew closer still, I miss you dearest sister and you know I always will, love Emma and Laura.”
Speaking later in the service Rev Patrick Taylor said that although physically Rachael was no longer here, she would live on through Keira and Leah.
He added: “I’m sure we’ve all heard parents say “I’d do anything for my kids”, I must have said it myself. But words are one thing, the action of actually laying down your life for someone you love is quite another. Yet this is what Rachael did. She did it because of her love for her children.”
In a tearful tribute to her best friend, Rachael Taylor, said herself and Rachael used to laugh and joke together like sisters, describing her as a fantastic, loving and beautiful mother and the best friend she could have asked for.
She added: “Sleep tight my dear friend, we give you to the rest of the angels up there.”
Donations at the service were given to Ronald McDonald House and the Warwickshire and Northamptonshire Air Ambulance.
Speaking after the service Mr Simpson said: “I thought the vicar was very good and he said some lovely things about Rachael, he took the girls in after the service to Rachael’s coffin so they could say a little prayer for their mum.
“The ambulance staff from Birmingham Children’s Hospital were great too, Keira has a nurse called Dan and he came with her, even though it was his day off, to make sure she was alright.”
Bill went on to thank staff from the Audi garage on Western Road for coming to the funeral and for looking after Leah following the accident.
A reporter from the Stratford Herald attended the funeral with permission of Rachael’s family.
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A Feb. 15 research report indicated that National Bank of Canada Financial Markets initiated coverage on Cobalt 27 Capital Corp. (KBLT:TSX.V; CBLLF:OTC; 27O:FSE) with a rating of Outperform and a 12-month price target of CA$14.25 per share, which compares to where it's currently trading, at CA$12.22 per share. With this pure play, "the business model gives direct exposure to cobalt without exposure to operational cost and capital cost risks," noted analyst Rupert Merer.
"The shares benefit from a scarcity of investment opportunities in cobalt."
Cobalt 27 holds 2,983 tons of the metal, which has a value of about CA$300 million (CA$300M) on the spot market. "Given the company's market cap is CA$400M, we can conclude that the physical cobalt is responsible for most of the value, but there is more," wrote Merer.
The acquisition value of the company's five royalty agreements is roughly CA$0.9M, a small contribution. However, Cobalt 27 aims to complete additional large streaming and royalty agreements "to add market capitalization or liquidity to the company to further provide upside to shareholders," Merer added. "We believe that it could execute on some streaming deals in the next 12 months."
Since the start of 2017, cobalt prices have doubled to more than $80,000 per ton, Merer reported. With attractive prices, battery and electric vehicle manufacturers are "keen to lock up supply" and "Cobalt 27 could look like a good fallback position for some." Cobalt is a component of the lithium ion batteries used in electric vehicles.
The analyst added that current demand for lithium ion batteries is growing while supply is in shortage. "We believe electric vehicles could propel refined cobalt demand from 105 thousand tons last year to 240 thousand tons per year by the end of 2025," Merer estimated. This supply/demand dynamic will likely cause cobalt prices to stay high in the near term.
As for Cobalt 27's stock, Merer argued, "The shares benefit from a scarcity of investment opportunities in cobalt, anticipation of higher cobalt prices and the potential for the company to sign streaming deals that could create shareholder value."
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Red tatsoi is a small low-growing plant that forms a rosette of petite leaves with short pale lime green stems. Its spoon-shaped, deep burgundy-blushed leaves are glossy with a buttery, tender and succulent texture. Fresh Red tatsoi displays sweet and tangy flavors with a mineral finish. Once cooked, it develops a warm earthiness similar to spinach.
Red tatsoi is available year-round, with peak season in the spring and early summer.
Red tatsoi, botanical name Brassica narinosa is a cool-season flat-forming Chinese cabbage and member of the Brassicaceae (mustard) family. It is commonly known as Spoon mustard, Spinach mustard and Rosette bok choy. In Chinese, its name is wu ta cai and in Japan it is known as tasai. It is treated as a cut-and-come again leafy vegetable, allowing for multiple harvests on a single plant. The plant's maturity is signaled by flowering shoots arising from the foliage. Eventually the plant will sprout seeds, marking its life cycle's migration. The seeds can be saved and used for future crops.
Red tatsoi is a good source of vitamins A, C and K, carotenoids, folate, calcium and potassium.
Red tatsoi is a versatile culinary green used in similar fashion to spinach. It is also traditionally used as a pot herb and braising and pickling green in a diversity of cuisines from Asia to South America. Its tangy and earthy notes pair well with citrus, crisp cool ingredients such as pears, fennel and mint, warm flavors that are abundantly found in chiles, garlic and allspice. Pair Red tatsoi with ingredients rich in umami such as scallops, mushrooms, seaweed and braised meats. Fermented ingredients such as fish sauce, soy sauce and vinegars are also complimentary matches.
Red tatsoi's color is due to health boosting anthocyanins, phytochemicals with inherent health benefits. They have some of the strongest physiological effects of any plant compounds including anti-flammatory and anti cancer properties as well as diabetes preventative qualities.
Tatsoi is native to China. Red tatsoi, is a hybrid descendent of the original Green tatsoi. Its exact origin unknown, though cultivars have been developed in Europe, specifically France. As with all Chinese brassicas, Red tatsoi is a vigorous grower. It germinates quickly and seedlings develop so rapidly you can almost see them grow. Unlike the typical Western brassica, maturing in 5-10 months from sowing, plants can be harvested within 3-4 weeks of sowing. Though Red tatsoi will adapt to loamy and sandy soils, it thrives in fertile nitrogen-rich soil, warm days and cool nights.
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The Lite version will only be a handheld version only
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With so many leaks and hints throughout the year, it's finally here. Nintendo has officially unveiled the Nintendo Switch Lite - a handheld version of its flagship console.
Initially it was hinted to be a Mini version of the Switch, but as it turns out it's a Switch Lite - a fully portable version of the hybrid console. This lighter, smaller frame features a 5.5" touch screen and does away with the detachable Joy-Cons and HD Rumble. There’s an actual D-pad on the left, but the rest of the design is largely unchanged. Nintendo also says the battery will last between three to seven hours, which is only slightly better than the flagship Switch’s 6.5 hours max.
It's important to note that the Switch Lite is a handheld-only device, so there won't be a dock or kickstand. In fact, it has no HDMI port, and can’t connect to your TV, nor is it compatible with your existing Switch dock.
The only thing you can use from your current setup is the Joy-Cons, which can connect wirelessly to the Switch Lite. This is important because Joy-Cons are required in case the game does not support handheld mode. Even so, you’ll still need a charging device for the Joy-Cons since there’s no physical room for them on the Lite.
Nintendo did not reveal detailed specs just yet, but there’s a basic comparison between the two systems on the official site for you to have a look through and see the difference.
The Switch Lite will be available beginning September 20, priced USD$200 (~MYR828). It comes in three colours: yellow, grey, and turquoise. Nintendo will also be releasing a special Pokemon edition dubbed the Zacian and Zamazenta Edition, available on November 8.
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Update: Seat Donors Respond to Byrd Theatre Decision
Foundation decides against accepting offer of seating, but has other plans in the works.
By Jason Roop
The seats in question, which appear more burgundy than in this photo, were from the Grand Théâtre Lumière, the main theater for the Cannes Film Festival.
The Byrd Theatre Foundation has voted against accepting a donation of seats from The Grand Théâtre Lumière, the main theater for the Cannes Film Festival.
As Brent Baldwin reported in March:
The deal was brokered by Pierre-William Glenn, president of the Commission Supérieure Technique (CST) de l'Image et du Son, which awards the Prix Vulcain de l'Artiste Technicien for technical achievement at Cannes. Many of the same French technicians from Cannes help stage the French Film Festival, and Glenn has been a frequent speaker at the Byrd. Impressed by the theater, Glenn once made a short film about the connection between the Byrd and the French film industry.
One of the seats was displayed at the recent French Film Festival.
But the deal hasn't come to fruition. Melissa Savenko, president of the Byrd Theatre Foundation, confirms the nonprofit board's decision. She says the foundation will elaborate on its plans in a press release later today. We'll have an update on Styleweekly.com.
Update, 6 p.m.: The Byrd Theatre Foundation has released a statement expanding on its its decision:
“We remain unbelievably humbled at this grand gesture, as well as honored by the great lengths so many individuals went through to get the offer on the table,” said Melissa Savenko, Foundation President. “Ultimately our decision was based on the significant out-of-pocket expense to the Foundation, as well as the uncertainty regarding the possible impact on the historic tax credits, which are critical to the Theatre's restoration.”
After meeting with the festival leadership following the French Film Festival, the Byrd Theatre Foundation had a window of two weeks to decide whether or not to accept 1,200 seats, to be used on a temporary basis until original seating can be replaced. The Grand Théâtre Lumière will begin disassembling and replacing seats after the Cannes Festival ends, May 25.
The impact on pending restoration plans, the logistical barriers and the existing timeline with respect to historic tax credits were cited as the biggest concerns. Additionally, the costs associated with the removal and storage of the original seats, as well as the costs of installation of the Cannes seats, were major contributing factors in to the Board’s decision.
The seats from the Grand Théâtre Lumière are constructed with a center bracket, versus the Byrd’s current model using brackets on either side. The installation of these seat brackets poses potential risk in damaging the floor.
The foundation says it expects overall restoration to be complete by 2017, and will release a formal plan within 60 days.
Update, May 9, 12:30 p.m.: In previous reporting, we attributed a $1.3 million cost associated with the Byrd Theatre seats to French Film Festival co-founder Peter Kirkpatrick. That was inaccurate. In clarifying that figure with Style today, Kirkpatrick says it would cost $1.3 million to manufacture the Byrd Theatre seats today. That number comes from a manufacturer that was provided with a sample chair from the Byrd Theatre, he says.
There appears to be no exact estimate available on the total cost of the Cannes donation, which would include such expenses as dismantling, packaging and shipping. The seats would be considered at a gift value of zero for tax-reporting purposes, but the declared value for customs clearing would be between $200,000 and $300,000.
Update, May 12, 10 a.m.: The French Film Festival has responded to the decision of the Byrd Foundation with the following press release, shown here in its entirety:
It is with great disappointment that we learned of the Byrd Theatre Foundation’s decision to not accept the proposed seats from the historic Salle Lumière located in the Cannes Film Festival Palace. The beloved and historic Byrd Theatre has hosted the French Film Festival’s directors, actors, cinematographers and public since 1996 and each year is professionally pampered and optically-tweaked by the Commission Supérieure Technique de l’Image et du Son (CST) technicians from France -- responsible for all projections at the Cannes Film Festival -- at no cost to the Byrd. The attachment and fondness for the Byrd, one of the few remaining cinematic jewels in the US, shared by our French delegation and by CST President, Pierre-William Glenn, generated their desire to help and join in the effort to bring the Byrd Theatre back to its full glory.
The Cannes chairs donation proposal was thought to be a strong first step by creating a unique, high-profile and comfortable temporary seating solution for the Byrd which could have also assisted in generating even more interest by other donors to come forward to help with future phased-in renovation projects. In fact, this goodwill has already been demonstrated by individuals and donors in the US and in France willing to help defray the approximate $150,000 cost that the French Film Festival - Richmond, Virginia was facing for the dismantling, packing, shipping, customs clearing, storing and even the installing of the Cannes seats in the Byrd.
The Cannes seats proposal will shortly no longer be an option and consequently not a possibility for temporary installation in the Byrd. The recent decision of the Byrd Theatre Foundation, although very disappointing to the French Film Festival – Richmond, Virginia and its friends in the US and France, does not in any way affect our full commitment and dedication to the restoration of the Byrd Theatre. The French Film Festival looks forward to receiving the Byrd Foundation’s announced 2017 restoration plans within the next sixty-days, to meeting all the Foundation’s board members, and to discussing how best to work together on arriving at a successful outcome for the benefit of all our viewers and for the future of one of America’s last remaining cinema palaces, the Byrd Theatre.
We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all those who have participated in putting together the Cannes seats project, especially Pierre-William Glenn, the CST, his colleagues at the Cannes Film Festival and the city of Cannes. On the American-side, we truly appreciate all the community efforts of those who have come forward since March to assist in making the project a possibility, in particular Todd Bassett, Managing Director at Fi-Tech, Inc., for his guidance and generosity regarding the transatlantic shipping logistics.
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Family: Husband, Skip; son, Trent, 24.
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Organization: Lake Worth-based Forgotten Soldiers Outreach, a nonprofit that ships care packages filled with donated items and letters to U.S. servicemen and women serving overseas. Over the last 10 years, they have shipped more than 250,000 care packages that include letters, Girl Scout cookies, snack items and basic toiletries. Liguori also feeds the homeless and delivers bread to various senior centers through St. Rita's Catholic Church's homeless ministry, mentors and works with Burckle Place, a women's homeless shelter, and volunteers and is on the board of a children's shelter called Grandma's Place in Royal Palm Beach.
How long have you been volunteering there?
Approximately four to four and a half years.
Why do you volunteer?
I feel very blessed, and I believe it is important to give back. There are so many people in need. I started volunteering and being active in my son's school, then moved on to start a youth group at church and then evolved to what I am doing now. I let God guide me to where He wants me to be.
Why did you choose this organization?
I read an article in the newspaper about Forgotten Soldiers Outreach and liked what I read. I called and took a tour of the facility, and it was a done deal. I knew I wanted to get involved.
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I help out in the office wherever I am needed, from sending thank you letters to reviewing the letters of encouragement that come in or assisting the finance manager, the assistant to the executive director or the community relations person. I attend packing events when needed.
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I would say that they mostly need monetary donations to help operating expenses and postage for packages.
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March 23 is the Forgotten Soldiers Outreach Poker Run at Moose Lodge 994 in Greenacres.
Is there a moment that stands out that made you think, "This is why I volunteer?"
I was asked to assist with a packing event with a group of veterans suffering from post-traumatic syndrome. It was a privilege to talk to and work with these very special men.
Because of Forgotten Soldiers Outreach, I have a new appreciation for the men and women who serve our country, our veterans, their sacrifice and that of their families. I thought I did before, but in hindsight, not like I do now.
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UNHCR thinks of revising circular on Sri Lanka: Australian representative
[TamilNet, Monday, 03 December 2012, 02:22 GMT]
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is in the process of revising its earlier circular of 5th July 2010 that declared normalcy in Sri Lanka, said Mr Richard Towle, Resident Representative of UNHCR in Australia, in a meeting held at Auckland on 19 November. He was responding to a question from Mr. A. Theva Rajan, president of the New Zealand Tamil Senior Citizens Association, at the annual conference of the UNHCR on refugee related matters held at Auckland, which was participated by a representative gathering of refugee welfare organisations including many from Africa.
“From time to time, we, as a routine, do issue guidelines on policies in general and on policy changes as to certain countries. It is true that we issued a guideline in 2010. That was based on our view as at the material time in 2010. We do agree that the situation today is different. We are in the process of revising that circular and we will issue a revised circular soon,” said Mr Richard Towle.
He was responding to Mr. Theva Rajan who pointed out that according to the circular in question no Sri Lankan Tamil need be given refugee status any more as the situation in the home country has been restored to normalcy save in high profile risk cases like journalists and politically aligned people.
This circular has failed to take into consideration some basic facts relating to Sri Lanka’s ground situation. The Government’s genocidal actions are still continuing unabated, Theva Rajan said.
Peoples lands and homes and their age long means of livelihoods - farming and fishing - are being plundered by the occupying Army and the state aided Sinhala settlers brought from outside Sinhala areas. It is a scenario of continuing genocide within an open prison and iron curtain where outsiders including independent Journalists are still forbidden. The Government is enforcing a calculated policy of deprivation – deprivation of food, clothing, shelter, means of livelihood, nutrition for children, education for children and all that is essential for an ethnic group to survive as an ethnic group. Above all the inherent human dignity. Foreign dignitaries who wine and dine with the powers that be, after being taken on guided tours by the occupying Army and Agencies enforcing genocidal policies shamelessly speak well of the Government rubbing salt on the injured Tamil community writhing in pain, the New Zealand civil society activist told the UNHRC representative.
Continuing further, he referred to the myths spun around boat refugees . Continuous life risking journeys on unsafe boats across high seas only testify to the continuing life threatening situation still prevailing at home. Please help to free the Tamils from the clutches of a murderous racist Government by taking action at international forums without demonising the poor asylum seekers
Through years of experience on the refugee issue, the international aid workers and NGOs and Immigration Lawyers in particular were pointing at the need to widen the scope of the Convention Reason and allow more space for growing number of real refugees. But to the contrary countries like Australia and Canada and New Zealand too are enacting laws without a sense of humanism to demonise the refugees. The UN Convention wants refugees to be treated with compassion and dignity. Here they are being further subjected to mental torture and forced to live in situations without basic amenities – a direct violation of the UN Convention – forced into a situation even worse than that which they experienced at home, Theva Rajan said.
His views were welcomed with a round of applause by all the participants. Another speaker demonstrated the role of the media and ill informed politicians in demonising boat refugees. The speaker referred to an incident where girl students of the age of 12 at a school in Australia when asked as to who they would support - whether asylum seekers or refugee claimants. They said asylum seekers because they came in the proper way and asked for asylum whereas the refugee claimants gate crashed and wanted refugee status. In the former case their application would be formally processed and decided. The students showed a sense contempt on the refugee claimants. The speaker attributed this demonization of boat refugees to the wild campaign of media and the irresponsible utterances of ill informed politicians. All speakers condemned the treatment of boat refugees by the respective countries.
Mr. Richard Towle, the resident representative in Australia gave a patient hearing to all the views expressed and said that they as a UN body always persuaded the countries involved and tried to uphold the UN Refugee principle. Failures were not due to inaction on the part of the UNHCR. It was due to the policies adopted by individual countries. But the UNHCR will fight on, he said.
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Family, friends mourn Christopher Sanfeliz, 24, Tampa victim of Orlando's Pulse shooting
Tampa native Christopher Sanfeliz, who was killed in the Pulse night club shooting, worked as a personal banker. 
By Marlene Sokol
Published Jun. 14, 2016
CARROLLWOOD — An entourage of law enforcement officers visited the home of Carlos Sanfeliz on Monday morning to deliver grim news.
But Sanfeliz already had an idea of what they came to say. His phone "was blowing up" Sunday morning with people inquiring about his son, 24-year-old Christopher Sanfeliz, and he had spent the rest of the day driving and waiting at an Orlando hospital for word on the young man's fate.
Christopher, a Gaither High graduate, had told family members earlier in the weekend he was going with a group of friends to the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, which would become the scene of the worst mass shooting in U.S. history early Sunday.
Carlos Sanfeliz returned home from the hospital Sunday night knowing Christopher was not among the 53 people injured in the attack. That left only one possible message when he was visited at 7 a.m. Monday by representatives of the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Florida Department of Law Enforcement and state attorney's office.
Christopher, a 24-year-old Tampa bank employee remembered by a former classmate as "the most positive guy I've ever known," was one of 49 people killed in the massacre.
"He (was) a wonderful person and this is such a tragedy," said Mike Wallace, a close family friend. "He was cut down in his prime."
Wallace traveled with Carlos Sanfeliz to Orlando, where the family waited hours for any news about whether Sanfeliz had been admitted.
As the names of the injured were read, "people were crying hysterically," Wallace said. "It's really something awful to go through."
"The family is very, very close," Wallace said, adding that Christopher's parents were not ready to speak publicly.
Christopher's older brother, Junior, announced his brother's death on Facebook.
"My heart is completely broken," Junior wrote. "Everyone knows the bond that I had with my brother, we would finish each other's sentences, knew each other's thoughts, and could sense when the other was upset. He was so strong, and was my rock through everything we ever went through. He was the light of my family and I know that he will continue to bless us and his light will be radiating down from a better place."
The Sanfeliz family moved to Tampa from Cuba in the 1960s, Wallace said. After graduating from Gaither High School, Christopher took several business classes at Hillsborough Community College. In 2013, he was hired as a bank teller with JP Morgan Chase at 2001 N Dale Mabry Highway. In time, he worked his way up to become a personal banker.
He grew up in the same modest pink house on Wessex Street in northern Carrollwood where he still lived, said his neighbor, Amy George.
George called Sanfeliz a great kid — "friendly, very outgoing" — who, along with his older brother, Junior, helped tutor her son.
Josh Palange, 24, a teacher at Gaither High School, remembers Sanfeliz as "the most positive guy I've ever known."
The two became friends as students at Ben Hill Middle School.
"We used to call each other 'the herd,' " Palange said. "It was just a group of us who would herd around in PE and not do what we were supposed to do. It was a weird group of kids."
At Gaither, they both joined the band, Palange as a percussionist and Sanfeliz playing the trumpet in the marching band and the wind ensemble. They were in honors classes together. Palange said his friend looked up to his older brother.
"He was always supportive," Palange said, like the time Palange had a crush on a girl he had known since middle school. "He was kind of the middleman, very interested in what would happen between us."
The two went their separate ways after their 2010 graduation, seeing each other mostly at band reunions. "Our lives kind of pulled us apart, but we stayed friends on Facebook."
Looking back, Palange mostly remembers his friend's demeanor.
"You very rarely ever saw him with a frown on his face."
Contact Anna M. Phillips at aphillips@tampabay.com or (813) 226-3354. Follow @annamphillips.
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J.M.W. Turner > 1819-29 Italy and after > First Italian Tour 1819-20 > Small Roman Colour Studies Sketchbook > Artwork
Joseph Mallord William Turner Ponte Molle, Rome 1819
Joseph Mallord William Turner, Ponte Molle, Rome 1819
Joseph Mallord William Turner, Ponte Molle, Rome 1819 (Enhanced image)
Folio 59 Recto:
Ponte Molle, Rome 1819
Turner Bequest CXC 67
Pencil and grey watercolour wash on white wove paper, 130 x 255 mm
Stamped in black ‘CXC 67’ top left, inverted
A.J. Finberg, A Complete Inventory of the Drawings of the Turner Bequest, London 1909, vol.I, p.566, as ‘Ponte Molle, Rome.’.
By the nineteenth century, exploration of the city’s environs had become as much part of the Roman experience as its architecture and monuments. Turner made a large number of studies of the landscape north of Rome and many of the views within this sketchbook appear to relate to a single perambulation from Sant’Agnese fuori le mura to Ponte Sant’Angelo (for further information see the sketchbook introduction). The subject of this sketch is the Ponte Molle, an ancient crossing also known as the Ponte Milvio which stands on a bend of the River Tiber to the north of the city. The bridge carried the Via Flaminia across the Tiber into the centre of the city and hence was the entry and exit point for British tourists during the nineteenth century. Famous as the site of the deciding battle between Emperors Constantine and Maxentius in 312 AD, the bridge is recognisable from the four central arches spanning the river with two smaller arches at both ends, and an entrance tower on the northern end (left) which had been rebuilt in 1805.1 This sketch depicts the Ponte Molle from the south-west, looking upstream towards the distant Sabine Mountains.
Turner’s forays into the Campagna in 1819 followed the tradition established during the seventeenth century by Claude Lorrain (circa 1600–82) and Nicolas Poussin (1594–1665). The two French masters had famously made a number of sketching trips along the banks of the Tiber north of the city; indeed the countryside between the Porta del Popolo and the Ponte Molle had popularly become known as the ‘Promenade de Poussin’. Following their lead, the Ponte Molle was one of a number of landmarks from the Campagna which had become an established artistic motif through the repertory of the ‘vedute’ tradition.2 As a young man, Turner had made a number of watercolour copies of images featuring the bridge with his contemporary, Thomas Girtin for Dr Monro’s Album of Italian Views 1794–6 (see Tate D36443–D36445; Turner Bequest CCCLXXIII 30–32). Further studies dating from 1819 can be found on folios 53, 54, 58 and 60 (D16475, D16476, D16483 and D16485; Turner Bequest CXC 59, 60, 66, and 68). It also features within more general panoramas of the Campagna in the St Peter’s sketchbook (see Tate D16217–D16226; Turner Bequest CLXXXVIII 35–40) and the Naples. Rome C. Studies sketchbook (see Tate D16123; Turner Bequest CLXXXVII 35).
Like many drawings within this sketchbook, the composition has been executed over a washed grey background. Turner has created areas of pale highlights by lifting or rubbing through to the white paper beneath, principally to delineate the architecture of the bridge, light reflected on the surface of the river and cloud formations within the sky. His choice of technique may have been influenced by the drawings and prints of Claude. The latter made many tonal images of Italian views executed in sepia tones with white highlights.3
For a detailed sketch of the bridge prior to 1805 see William Marlow (1740–1813), Ponte Molle, pencil on paper, Tate T09173.
For example in prints by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, see Luigi Ficacci, Piranesi: The Complete Etchings, Köln and London 2000, nos.523 and 935, pp.423 and 721, and Giuseppe Vasi, see http://www.romeartlover.it/Vasi84.htm, accessed June 2009.
See for example ‘Paysage pastoral avec le Ponte Molle’ circa 1645 (British Museum), reproduced in Ian Warrell, Blandine Chavanne and Michael Kitson, Turner et le Lorrain, exhibition catalogue, Musée des beaux-arts, Nancy 2002, nos.44, pp.98–9.
Blank except for traces of grey watercolour
Inscribed by ?John Ruskin in red ink ‘[?510]’ bottom left and by an unknown hand in red ink ‘CXC. 67’ bottom right
Nicola Moorby
Nicola Moorby, ‘Ponte Molle, Rome 1819 by Joseph Mallord William Turner’, catalogue entry, June 2009, in David Blayney Brown (ed.), J.M.W. Turner: Sketchbooks, Drawings and Watercolours, Tate Research Publication, December 2012, https://www.tate.org.uk/art/research-publications/jmw-turner/joseph-mallord-william-turner-ponte-molle-rome-r1132572, accessed 19 January 2020.
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By Mahmood Khaghani, energy expert
A Turning Point
January 5, 2020 - 21:13
In what is widely considered a US act of terrorism, President Trump ordered an assassination team to eliminate Maj. Gen. Qassem Soleimani, leader of the foreign wing of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corp and Abu Mahdi al-Mohandes, commander of part of Iraqi’s national defence force on a road leading to Baghdad International Airport on Jan. 2, 2020.
While the cynical reason given for this escalation is deterrence, the true reason appears to be to divert attention from domestic pressure to impeach President Trump for political corruption
None Dare Call It Conspiracy
On Friday Dec. 27th 2019 a US civilian contractor was killed in a rocket attack on the K1 military base in oil province of Kirkuk in northern Baghdad where US service members and civilian contractors were located.
While no one to date has claimed responsibility, the US in retaliation conducted air strikes in Iraq and Syria against Iraqi militia units affiliated to Iraq national defence force whom US blamed for the attack. Weapon caches and command and control centres at five sites associated with Kataib Hezbollah were hit on Sunday, 29th Dec. 2019. Iraqi officials confirmed 25 were killed and more than 51 injured. Following this, part of the US Embassy Green Zone was occupied in a peaceful protest.
This sequence of events led to Maj. Gen. Qassem Soleimani's presence in Baghdad and the opportunity for the US to assassinate him.
The assassinations of Maj. Gen. Qassem Soleimani and Commander al-Muhandis are a turning point not only in the Persian Gulf and Middle East but also in Eurasia generally. Severe retaliation from Muslim world against US and its allies is to be expected.
So, following the news of the unlawful assassination of Maj. Gen. Qassem Soleimani’s by the US I asked Mr. Chris Cook, Senior Research Fellow, University College London, about his views as to the significance of this tragic event, what Iran's response should be.
“I believe that this is a very rare event: an assassination of truly historic strategic significance and potential consequences. If Iran's response is smart and strategic, then I do not believe Soleimani will be seen to have died in vain.”
I asked Mr Cook to outline US strategy.
“As William Engdahl has written, the organising principle of US foreign policy for the last 100 years has been US energy security achieved through military and financial hegemony or dominance. President Obama pursued a smart strategy and strongly supported global institutions such as the UN. The US JCPOA rapprochement with Iran, strategic presence in Qatar and focus on the Southern Corridor energy route from the Caspian Sea were all predicated on a US “Transition through Gas” energy strategy to achieve a low carbon economy. Obama procured massive investment in US shale oil supported and funded through five years of oil market manipulation and which led to a successful outcome of US freedom from reliance on Saudi oil.”
I observed that Mr Cook has written a great deal about how President Trump announced the replacement of this Obama strategy with the 'Energy Dominance' strategy on 29th June 2017 which has now been implemented. How is this almost unprecedented assassination consistent with that strategy?
“Clearly elements in the US government have sought war with Iran throughout Trump's presidency, but the fact is Trump detests war. It seems to me that Bolton's departure from office followed failed military escalation in the Persian Gulf, and the recent episode in Iran following gasoline price increases clearly had Pompeo's CIA fingerprints all over it.
But this assassination appears to me to be a purely political provocation for US domestic consumption with the President facing impeachment and an election approaching. More than that, following the abandonment by the US of a series of multilateral institutions in favour of bilateral it is a final challenge by the US to the rest of the world; a rejection of international norms; and an assertion of US hegemony and dominance.”
What then should be Iran's strategic response?
“The US has repudiated international institutions and the norms of international diplomacy and this will have profound consequences. I believe any tactical retaliation by Iran while understandable, could play into the hands of US elements behind the assassination and into the hands of those in Iran who profit from sanctions, conflict and destruction. The optimal strategy in my opinion is a constructive energy for peace initiative through the creation of new international institutions and instruments.
A cynic wrote that progress is made one funeral at a time: I believe that Soleimani will not have died in vain if his funeral is followed by a new and collaborative multilateral peace initiative, and it seems to me that in a strange way, the UK , post-Brexit could be well-placed to facilitate this.”
While burning with anger against this detestable and unconscionable US conduct I agree with Mr Cook that a measured strategic response is preferable to a tactical escalation. While destroying enemies in retaliation is a natural reaction, this outrage offers a historic opportunity to preserve US lives while destroying US global domination through intelligent mobilisation of anti-US sentiment as well as the role of US dollar in global economy.
I am sure such an outcome would have been Maj Gen Soleimani's wish after a career spent fighting US hegemony and domination in the Middle East and it is why throughout my career I have striven for constructive win/win policies such as Energy for Peace.
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Melania Trump stands by her man: US election briefing and polls
Barney Henderson, New York
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Melania Trump has given a steadfast defence of her husband in the wake of multiple sexual assault allegations and dismissed the lewd video revelation as "boy talk".
Mrs Trump has been virtually silent on the campaign trail since she was widely mocked for her convention speech in July, which was plagiarised from Michelle Obama's 2008 address.
However, she was thrust back into the limelight on Monday night, doing two interviews with CNN and Fox News in which she repeated that Donald Trump's comments had been "inappropriate" but that "we are moving on".
Mrs Trump said that Billy Bush had "egged on" her husband during the 2005 footage into "dirty and bad stuff".
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"I said to my husband that you know the language was unappropriate [sic],' she told CNN's Anderson Cooper. "It's not acceptable and I was surprised, because that is not the man that I know.
"And as you can see from the tape, the cameras were not on. It was only a mic. And I wonder if they even knew that the mic was on. Because they were kind of - ah - boy talk.
"And he was lead on. Like egg on from the host to say dirty and bad stuff. I, I said to my husband that you know the language was unappropriate [sic]. It's not acceptable and I was surprised, because that is not the man that I know."
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She said: "Don't feel sorry for me, I can handle everything."
In the interview with Fox News, Mrs Trump blamed the Clinton campaign for the way sexual assault allegations against both Mr Trump and Bill Clinton have dominated the election run-in - rather than policies and leadership.
"They're asking for it. They started...they started from the beginning of the campaign, putting (out) my picture from modeling days.
"That was my modeling days and I'm proud what I did. I worked very hard."
She added that she did not believe the women accusing her husband of sexual assault. "All the allegations should be handled in a court of law," she said.
"This is not the man that I know." – @MELANIATRUMP on leaked tape of her husband. Don't miss the full interview on @foxandfriends tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/037QXH3cyE
— Fox News (@FoxNews) October 17, 2016
Meanwhile, NBC News last night announced that it had fired Bush from his job as a presenter on the Today show.
Bush was suspended at the morning show two days after contents of the 2005 tape were reported on October 7. NBC and Bush's representatives had been negotiating terms of his exit before Monday's announcement.
Bush, the nephew of former president George H.W. Bush, said he was "embarrassed and ashamed" by the video.
Clinton looks to make Democrat gains in traditionally red states
Bolstered by several opinion polls that has her leading in key swing states, Hillary Clinton's campaign spoke bullishly yesterday about making Democrat gains in traditional Republican states.
Aides said Mrs Clinton would be “dramatically expanding” her campaigning in Arizona. Michelle Obama, who has been a key weapon for the Clinton camp at both the convention and subsequent events, will speak in Phoenix on Thursday.
“Donald Trump is becoming more unhinged by the day, and that is increasing prospects for Democrats further down the ballot,” Robby Mook, campaign manager said.
Indiana and Missouri - that have voted Republican for decades - are also being targeted as states where Democrats could make gains.
More damaging email revelations for Clinton campaign
Mrs Clinton faced fresh revelations about her use of a private server as secretary of state yesterday after the release of emails from a top campaign official's personal account.
The FBI documents showed Patrick Kennedy, an undersecretary of state, had asked the FBI to declassify or lower the classification of one Clinton email that had been rated "secret".
The Trump campaign accused Mrs Clinton of colluding with US authorities to "cover up criminal activity".
Mr Trump said at a rally in Wisconsin last night that the new FBI records were worse than Watergate. "This is one of the great miscarriages of justice in the history of our country," he said.
Mrs Clinton was reportedly said to be "p----d" at the constant flow of hacked emails from WikiLeaks. Bill Clinton was also "having a hard time" at the re-emergence of his sex scandals, according to aides who spoke to Politico.
Trump attacks Joe Biden's 'long history of groping'
Mr Trump turned his sights on Joe Biden on Monday, highlighting what was claimed as being the vice president's "long history of groping".
The Republican retweeted a video posted by journalist Mark Simone titled: 'Watch Joe Biden's Long History Of Grabbing, Kissing and Groping Women Who Are Cringing.'
"@MarkSimoneNY: Watch Joe Biden's Long History Of Grabbing, Kissing and Groping Women Who Are Cringing: https://t.co/1iQCMd25Dz"
Mr Biden has in the past been labelled as "handsy" for being too tactile with women at various events. Mr Trump is reeling from the emergence of a video in which he is sexually aggressive towards women - and the claims of several women that he sexually assaulted them. He denies all allegations.
Can we trust the polling?
A majority polls have Mrs Clinton leading comfortable nationwide and in most key swing states (see below). However, a political science professor at Stony Brook University and leading election forecaster has warned that all may not be as it seems.
In an article for The Hill titled 'You can't trust polls: Clinton leads, but our polling methods are bunk', Prof Helmut Norpoth wrote: "Having an opinion and acting on it are two different things. Barely 6 in 10 voting-age American citizens turn out for presidential elections.
"Ascertaining the opinions of 100 citizens is just a start. Now you have to determine which 60 of them actually take the time to mark a ballot. They are the “likely voters.” They are the only ones that count. But to find them is no easy chore.
It is important to remember pollsters incorrectly forecast last year's British general election and the the Brexit referendum, as well as recent elections in Turkey, Canada, and Israel.
Trump doubles down on voter fraud claims
Mr Trump yesterday claimed large-scale voter fraud was happening across the country and suggested it will affect the outcome of the presidential race.
His comments raised further fears that the Republican may refuse to recognise the election result and he also appeared, once again, to be at odds with his running mate, Mike Pence.
"Of course there is large scale voter fraud happening on and before election day," Mr Trump said. Mr Pence had said on Sunday: "We will absolutely accept the results of the election."
Chris Ashby, Republican campaign lawyer, said Mr Trump's charges could foment unrest and were "unfounded" and "dangerous."
"When you say an election is rigged, you're telling voters, your supporters, their votes do not matter," Mr Ashby said in an interview. "I think some of Donald Trump's comments could cause unrest at the polls."
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Analysis: I wouldn't blame Donald Trump for tanking his own campaign – President is a step down for him
David Millwardwrites:
Just for a moment imagine being offered a prestigious and important job – with one small snag. It entails a massive pay cut.
Next month Donald Trump could find himself in that position, being hired for a post which pays a not-too-shabby $400,000 a year. The problem is, that would pay for just under eight minutes of the billionaire’s time on The Apprentice.
According to one estimate, Donald Trump earns more than $470 million a year from his various activities. So even allowing for some complicated trust arrangement which sees the business run by the his family, the Republican nominee’s wallet would take a bit of a battering if he wins the election.
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There are a lot of bullies in this world. The last thing we need is one in the White House. pic.twitter.com/M0owOglPjy
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) October 17, 2016
Voter fraud! Crooked Hillary Clinton even got the questions to a debate, and nobody says a word. Can you imagine if I got the questions?
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Tennis did not lack for drama in 2018. The year started with Roger Federerwinning his 20th major in Australia and Caroline Wozniacki winning her first. Then Rafael Nadal dominated Roland Garros—surprise, surprise—and Simona Halep won her maiden Slam. Next up was the resurgence of two all-time greats, Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams, and the emergence of a star in Naomi Osaka. What will the biggest storylines of 2019 be? Here are the people and trends that will define the 2019 tennis season.
After a two-year dark stretch, Djokovic won Wimbledon last year. And, just like that, the pilot light went back on. He’s been virtually unbeatable since, sits atop the rankings, and has reasserted himself firmly not just at the top of the sport but in tennis’ GOAT conversation.
Osaka “out-Serena-ed” Serena to win the 2018 U.S. Open, prevailing with a combination of superior power and superior poise. The Japanese/Haitian raised mostly in Florida will try to build on that. As the Tokyo Olympics loom, Japan has an athlete it can market and support.
THESE LEGENDS AREN’T FINISHED YET
For years now, eligibility for the senior circuit begins at age 35; such was the lifespan of a tennis player. Roger Federer and Serena Williams both turn 38 in 2019. At some point Cronus will do his inevitable dance. But both GOATs start the year with their usual (and realistic) ambitions of winning Grand Slams.
The bad news for Stephens: after winning the 2017 U.S. Open, she did not win a second major in 2018. The good news: she hardly retreated, reaching the French Open final, winning the high-stakes Miami title and finishing 2018 at No. 6. She’s still only 25 and, while consistency is not—and will never be—her thing, she can win any event she enters.
TEAM COMPETITIONS GALORE
It sounds like a Zen koan: How many cups are too many? In tennis the answer is three. The Laver Cup, the ATP World Cup and the new Davis Cup present an encapsulation of either the sudden demand for team-based international competitions or tennis’ congenital screwed-up-ness. The debut one-week, best-of-three, shoot-em-up Davis Cup in November will be especially revealing.
To innovate, or not to innovate
“Innovation” has become a sports buzzword that, its companion “fan-friendly,” is used so often and reflexively that it has lost its descriptive powers. But tennis continues to innovate, sometimes with success and sometimes not. Proposals on the table include everything from shorter sets to on-court towel racks to mid-match coaching. We’ll see which gain “traction” (another cliché!) and which don’t.
Return of the twins
For a pair of twins separated by a pair of minutes, Bob and Mike Bryan were at remarkably different points in their lives last year. Bob was married, a father, and sidelined with a hip injury. Mike was encumbered by neither injury nor family and, as a result, did the unthinkable and took on a new partner. Mike and Jack Sock—a paired sock, go ahead and make the joke—teamed to win Wimbledon and the U.S. Open. Now, though, Bob is back. And, at age 40, so are the twins, the greatest men’s doubles team ever. Bob is going for his first major in more than four years. Mike goes for his third straight. Speaking of doubles….
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A deactivated ordinance was found in Krestova. (Facebook photo) A deactivated ordinance was found in Krestova. (Facebook photo)
Kootenay couple calls cops when spring cleanup unearths bomb
Luckily, no danger from the rusty ordinance
John Boivin
Apr. 3, 2019 3:00 p.m.
A Kootenay family got a scare on Tuesday when they were doing some spring cleaning on their newly purchased property — and found a small bomb.
RCMP were called to the property between Nelson and Castlegar on Tuesday afternoon when the woman called in to say they had found the ordinance.
“We’re doing spring cleanup, and my partner’s grandfather found it on the backside of one of the sheds, covered up in grass,” says Emily Duggan. “He picked it up and brought it up to the house, and asked me what it was.”
With a newborn and a three year old in the house, Duggan says she took no chances.
“I said ‘God, don’t carry that around Opa, it looks like a bomb!’,” she recalls. “So then he picked it up again, and moved it over to the driveway, which is where it was when the police arrived.”
Duggan says when the police showed up, they made the family stay in the house, and Facetimed a police bomb disposal expert for advice.
He was able to tell over the video feed it was not a threat.
“When our members got there and saw the bomb, it was quite obvious it was deactivated,” says Sergeant Monty Taylor. “If there had been any risk to the public, we would have immediately evacuated the area and called in the explosives unit. But it was obvious there was no risk.”
Taylor says it’s likely the bomb was kept as a keepsake by the previous owner, who may have been ex-military.
“The guy may have had it as a souvenir, but he didn’t take it with him when he sold the property to this couple,” he says.
“Kudos to the citizen for calling this in, and not picking it up and bringing it into their house — or to our detachment,” he says.
Taylor says military explosive experts will likely come pick up the bomb— now safely stored at the RCMP detachment— and inspect it.
It’s not clear what will happen after that, or who wants the rusted old piece of ordinance — likely an 11-pounder practice bomb used by the air force.
Duggan says she doesn’t want it back on her property— and will be taking a little extra care as the cleanup continues.
“My three year old wanted to know what a bomb was,” says Duggan. “So we had to pull up YouTube videos to show her.
“She said ‘That’s scary!’” says Duggan. “And I said, ‘Exactly. Don’t touch one.”
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Terranea Resort Hosts Annual Peninsula Olive Celebration
Terranea Resort Hosts Annual Peninsula Olive Celebration on October 4, 2018
Vice President of Culinary Experiences and Executive Chef Bernard Ibarra demonstrates olive oil pressing and olive curing demonstrations alongside a three-course, olive-themed Chef’s Table Dinner to benefit The People Concern charitable foundation
(Rancho Palos Verdes, CA; September 20, 2018)—Terranea Resort, A Destination Hotel, hosts the annual Peninsula Olive Celebration on Thursday, October 4, 2018. From 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Terranea’s Palos Verdes Circle Drive, guests are invited to partake in the pressing of olive oil and olive curing with Terranea’s team of chefs, led by Vice President of Culinary Experiences and Executive Chef Bernard Ibarra. Using olives that will be picked earlier in the morning from nearby Villa Oneiro vineyard & orchard, guests will enjoy complimentary tastes of olive oil made from the orchard’s more than 70 Mediterranean varietals. A pop-up marketplace and bar will feature gifts and treats such as pastries, cakes, tapenades, martinis, flavored olive oils, wine from Villa Oneiro, and more, all centered around olives.
At 6:00 p.m., visitors are encouraged to continue the olive fete at the bi-monthly Chef’s Table Dinner ($240++/person), an intimate Farm-to-Terranea dining experience, celebrating locally and sustainably grown and foraged ingredients, prepared by Terranea’s award-winning chefs. The dinner begins with a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception, followed by an olive-themed, three-course dinner paired with a selection of wines from Silver Oak Winery in Napa Valley. A portion of the proceeds from the dinner will benefit The People Concern social services foundation. Tickets available for purchase online (must be purchased in advance). Must be 21 and over to attend.
Terranea’s on-property culinary venues will also offer specialty olive-themed bites such as:
Warm Tomato and Olive Salad with Mozzarella, Spanish Chorizo, Watercress and Olive Vinaigrette at the Lobby Bar & Lounge
Olive Oil Poached Tuna Niçoise Salad with Tapenade Aioli, Wax Beans, Tomatoes, New Potatoes, Little Gem Lettuce at Nelson’s
Hamachi Carpaccio with Kalamata Olives, Shaved Serrano Peppers, Masago Micro Wasabi, and Ponzu Vinaigrette at bashi
Manzanilla Olive Gilds Pintxo at catalina kitchen
Olive Oil Poached Lobster with Nuduja Brussel Sprout Salad, and Shaved Persimmon at mar’sel
Olive Oil Gelato at sea beans
About Terranea Resort, A Destination Hotel
Located on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, Terranea is the premier oceanfront resort in Southern California with 102 acres of unparalleled Pacific Ocean views on the Los Angeles coast. Terranea opened its doors in June 2009, and offers world-class accommodations that range from hotel suites to bungalows, oceanfront casitas, and luxurious villas, which are also available for purchase as seaside second homes through Terranea Real Estate. Amenities include The Links at Terranea, a nine-hole, par-3 golf course; award-winning 50,000 sq. ft. oceanfront spa, fitness, and wellness center; four swimming pools and a 140-foot waterslide; marea luxury boutique; 135,000 sq. ft. of conference and meeting space; and nine dining venues including signature, farm-to-table fine dining restaurant mar'sel; catalina kitchen, serving a New American menu showcasing the bounty of California in a comfortably chic environment; Nelson's, a cliffside spot ideal for whale watching; and Asian-inspired bashi. Terranea takes pride in its farm-to-Terranea culinary philosophy that focuses on utilizing local and sustainable ingredients. Terranea's bountiful land boasts herb and vegetable gardens, lemon groves, bee hives, farm-fresh eggs, a Sea Salt Conservatory, and more. In addition, the resort’s team of expert Experience Concierge members at the newly created Experience Center help guests discover and explore Terranea’s rich terrain that includes miles of scenic coastal trails, a secluded beach cove, and ocean environments. Fun, enriching programs and activities such as falconry, kayaking, and paddle boarding also abound. Terranea Resort, a AAA Four-Diamond and Forbes Four-Star property, is owned by a joint venture comprised of Lowe Enterprises and JC Resorts, and is a member of the American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts program. Since its opening, Terranea Resort has been named one of Travel + Leisure’s “500 Best Hotels in the World” and earned a spot on Condé Nast Traveler’s “Readers’ Choice Awards” and “Gold List.” The resort also received the “Award of Excellence” from Wine Spectator and has been recognized numerous times on U.S. News & World Report's “Best U.S. Hotels” list. For additional information about Terranea Resort, visit www.terranea.com, call 866.261.5873, or follow Terranea on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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7 Movies That Are Instantly Recognisable Thanks To John Williams
By welshslider August 27, 2019
John Williams. His music is instantly recognisable and some more than others. Here are seven movies that every one will instantly recognise thanks to the maestro, John Williams1 - Star Wars
It's one of the biggest franchises in the world and has been since it exploded on to the big screen back in 1977 and of course it needed a soundtrack to compliment the excitement on screen and Williams didn't disappoint. In fact, when George Lucas heard the soundtrack for the first time during the making of A New Hope, the director said that the music was one of the few elements that exceeded his expectations.
2 - Indiana Jones
Adventure! That's the emotion the theme to Indiana Jones evokes. Thanks to Steven Spielberg we get two for the price of one in the signature piece. When John Williams was writing the music he went to Steven with two versions for the melody. Spielberg asked "can't you use both?" So he did and we get the familiar tune in section A and B.
3 - Ja…
WATCH: Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker D23 Special Look
New The Rise Of Skywalker Footage Released We were promised the B-Roll at the end of D23 for The Rise of Skywalker and it's just dropped on to the Web with a Force shattering thud. Check out the two minute video below and look out for a red-eyed Threepio (reprogrammed perhaps,) a fleet of ships from both the good guys and baddies and a rather evil looking Rey with her new fancy Lightsaber.
Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise Of Skywalker hits cinemas on December 20th.
The Bearded Trio - The Site For Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, John Williams and a whole lot more.
CLIP: Kathleen Kennedy Announces An Obi-Wan Star Wars Series
VIDEO: Obi-Wan On Stage At Disney D23 Expo Watch the part from last night's Disney's D23 Expo where Lucasfilm president, Kathleen Kennedy announced a new Star Wars TV series is in the works featuring the return of Ewan McGregor. The Scot will reprise his popular role as Obi-Wan Kenobi in which he played the Star Wars character in the Prequels.
Also, we have a video where Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni were interviewed after the event. They explain how doing this kind of work never gets old. Dave Filoni also reveals how he is always relieved when the secrets are out in the open.
WATCH NOW: New Trailer Goes Live For The Mandalorian
Trailer For The Mandalorian The Mandalorian trailer has just been shown at Disney's D23 Expo and we can now share it with you. The new Star Wars live action show will be available to stream on Disney's new streaming platform, Disney+ on November 12th.
Jon Favreau is executive producer and revealed the show will get a weekly release rather than all episodes being released at once. He also revealed that he is already working on a Season 2.
"We're done with the first season and I was actually writing part of the second season now, so I'm having a blast," Favreau said.
Earlier today the official poster was also revealed at the Disney Expo
Official Trailer For Disney+ Released
The Official Trailer For Disney+ Has Just Been Released At D23 Expo. Look out for The Muppets, Star Wars, Marvel, National Geographic, The Simpsons and um, ur, arhharrr...Jeff Goldblum. In fact Disney+ will include the entire library from Pixar The Muppets and Disney Animation.
Disney+ will launch in the U.S. on November 12, 2019 for $6.99 per month.
Poster Released For The Mandalorian
A brand new poster for the upcoming live action Star Wars TV show, The Mandalorian has been released at D23 Expo. The binary sunset is very much prominent in the poster, a scene that is connected with Tatooine, Luke's home planet that we first visited in Star Wars A New Hope. You can almost hear the John Williams theme being played.
Expect more Star Wars news over the weekend from the Expo. “The Mandalorian” begins streaming on Disney+ on November 12th.
John Hammond Costume And Steven Spielberg Signed DNA Animation Cel To Go Under The Hammer
John Hammond Costume and Signed Cel From Jurassic Park To Go Under The Hammer Who would like to look like John Hammond from Jurassic Park and be screen accurate at the same time? Well thanks to the upcoming film memorabilia auction from Prop Store and if you have an estimated £15,000 to £25,000 spare then you can do just that as this costume will go under the hammer from 30th September. Well John did say he spared no expense.
The upcoming movie and TV memorabilia auction has around £6 million worth of merchandise. You have your usual Star Wars props such as Mace Windu's lightsaber from Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith and a Screen-Matched Tantive IV Stormtrooper Helmet from A New Hope. But I'm more interested in the Spielberg related products such as that John Hammond costume. Too rich? Well what about a Mr DNA Animation Cel Autographed By Steven Spielberg himself. That's estimated to sell for £600. A bit more down to earth or maybe the equivalent of a coupon day o…
Superman In Concert Announced
John Williams Masterpiece, Superman To Get The Concert Treatment If someone asked me what my favourite John Williams soundtrack is, I would rub my cheek, ponder the question and then resign to the fact that I can only give you a top five at the least. I can't give you a favourite, that would be like someone asking who your favourite son or daughter is. What I would say is that the soundtrack to Superman would most definitely be in the mix. That iconic signature piece and the opening credits will always wake the goose-bumps. Imagine for a moment what this powerful soundtrack would sound like in a live environment? Oh, just the thought is making me smile. Well thanks to Film Concerts Live, that very scenario is a possibility. It's only just been announced and at the time of writing this the dates and locations were not on their website but stay tuned for further updates. Here's the press release and the link to their website.
By arrangement with Warner Bros. Pictur…
WATCH: Jurassic Park In Concert At The Hollywood Bowl - Videos And Photos
Photos and Videos From The Jurassic Park In Concert That Took Place On August 17th At The Hollywood Bowl Huge John Williams fans and Patreon of The Bearded Trio, Douglas Meacham was lucky enough to attend the Hollywood Bowl on the weekend where Jurassic Park in Concert was being played. The atmosphere was electric and of course they spared no expense in bringing the magical John Williams soundtrack from the Steven Spielberg 1993 classic to life. Thanks to Douglas, we can experience a little of that magic as he has kindly sent us a few photos and videos.
David Newman was the conductor and was joined by the Los Angeles Philharmonic. You can still catch this wonderful experience. Check the venues and dates here.
Thanks Douglas for sending the photos and videos in.
MUST SEE: New Jurassic World: The Ride Featurette Features Steven Spielberg
Steven Spielberg talks about the new Jurassic World ride that recently opened at Universal Studios, Hollywood in this latest behind the scenes video. The video shows some of the clever people involved in the technical side of the ride but also cast interviews including Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard and Jeff Goldblum. Colin Trevorrow and Frank Marshall also make an appearance and of course as mentioned Steven Spielberg talks about the ride and how dinosaurs can be brought to life at a theme park "and that's thrilling" says the director. Watch the video below and you can book your tickets here.
STAR WARS NEWS: Ewan McGregor Signs Up For Obi-Wan TV Series
Well hello there. A live action TV series featuring Obi-Wan Kenobi? Don't mind if I do and starring everyone's favourite Obi-Wan, Ewan McGregor. Cinelinx broke the news exclusively yesterday and big sites such as Deadline, Hollywood Reporter and Variety backed up the story to give it some weight of authenticity. Apparently McGregor has already signed a contract and it's more or less a done deal that we will get a live-action TV series heading it's way to the Disney+ streaming subscription platform.
Cinelinx tells us:
So what’s new? According to two separate sources, I’ve heard that Ewan McGregor has actually put pen to paper and inked a contract to return as the iconic Jedi Master. I heard word of this recently, but I was sitting on it until, out of the blue, a second source reached out to me (I hadn’t gone digging on this one) saying the exact same thing.
Again, this shouldn’t come as a surprise considering how open McGregor has been in his desire to return to the S…
Star Wars Resistance Season 2 Trailer Has 100% More Kylo Ren
SEASON TWO OF THE HIGH-FLYING EMMY® AWARD-NOMINATED'STAR WARS RESISTANCE' PREMIERES SUNDAY, OCT. 6,ON DISNEY CHANNEL AND DISNEYNOW A new trailer for Star Wars Resistance Season 2 has just gone live and it features a certain baddie from the sequels, Kylo Ren. The new season will premiere on October 6th in the US. Here's the full press release and the trailer itself:
The Emmy Award-nominated series "Star Wars Resistance" returns for its second and final season beginning SUNDAY, OCT. 6 (10:00-10:30 p.m. EDT/PDT), on Disney Channel and in DisneyNOW, with subsequent airings on Disney XD. The new season takes place during the events of "The Last Jedi" leading up to "The Rise of Skywalker," as Kaz and the team continue to fight against the threat of the First Order, culminating in an epic series finale.
The story picks up after a harrowing escape from the First Order, as the Colossus and all its residents find themselves lost in space, pursued by Ag…
How Hot Can He Go? Watch Jeff Goldblum Interview While Eating Spicy Wings
Sean Evans Interviews Jeff Goldblum Sean Evans interviews Jeff Goldblum but as fans of the YouTube channel. (First We Feast) will know, Sean doesn't just interview his guest, they have to eat chicken wings (or alternative) with a increasingly hotter sauce. How high up the Scoville scale can Dr Ian Malcolm go? Well slight spoiler, he says he's "alarmed" not just "fairly alarmed" as he chomps on his hot tempeh wings.
Who would you like to see take this unique challenge? Let us know in the comments below.
Movie Review: "Scary Stories" Is Frightfully Fun
By Patrick Gibbs August 09, 2019
Starring Zoe Colletti, Michael Garza. Gabriel Rush, Austin Abrams, Gil Bellows and Lorraine Toussaint Screenplay by Dan Hageman and Kevin Hageman
Directed by André Øvredal
Reviewed by Patrick Gibbs
Out of Four
Alvin Schwartz' iconic Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark books have adapted for the big screen, with no less a name than Oscar Winner Guillermo del Toro behind it (co-writing the the screen story and producing the film.). It's a film that has been met with a lot of anticipation, but does it deliver the goods? The answer (if your expectations were reasonable) is yes.
It's the fall of 1968 in America, and the story is built around the two spookiest days of the year: Halloween and Election Day. In the the small town of Mill Valley, the shadow of the Bellows family has loomed large for generations. It is in their mansion on the edge of town that Sarah, a young girl with horrible secrets, turned her tortured life into a series of scary stori…
How Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade Should Have Ended.
In this animated episode of How It Should Have Ended (HISHE), an alternate ending is provided for the 1989 fantasy-adventure film, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
100 behind the scenes photos from the Star Wars movie
100 behind the scenes photos from the Star Wars movies and a few vintage promotional shots. Sometimes it's good to be reminded the talent and skill that went into bringing these iconic movies to the big screen.
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Restore announce retirement and replacement
Sir William Wells
January will see a new face at the helm of the British office services provider.
Office services provider Restore plc has announced that Chairman Sir William Wells will retire from the position on 31st December 2017; furthermore, he will step down from the Board following the publication of Restore’s Full Year results on 13th March 2018.
Martin Towers, who only joined the Board as a Non-Executive Director on 1st September, will succeed Wells as Chairman from 1st January.
“On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Sir William for his leadership over the past eight years and the significant contribution he has made to the strong growth of Restore during that time,” said the company’s Chief Executive, Charles Skinner. “On a personal note, I would like to thank Sir William for his wise counsel and invaluable support. Martin is an able and experienced public company chairman and I look forward to working closely with him.”
Towers said: “I am looking forward to succeeding Sir William and leading the Board in executing the growth strategy which has delivered such significant value for shareholders. Restore is a leading operator in UK office services with clear opportunities in each of its businesses and I’m delighted that I will be so closely involved in the next stage of its development.”
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Royal Caribbean to add ‘tallest slide at sea’ to its cruise ship Allure of the Seas in £132million makeover
Qin Xie
24 Jul 2019, 7:00
Updated: 24 Jul 2019, 8:20
ROYAL Caribbean have announced a huge $165 million (£132 million) makeover of its Oasis-class ship, Allure of the Seas.
As part of the refresh, Ultimate Abyss - the tallest slide at sea - will be added to the vessel for the first time.
Royal Caribbean are revamping Allure of the Seas
The record-breaking slide already exists on sister ships Harmony of the Seas and Symphony of the Seas, which are both based in the US.
But Allure of the Seas will be based in Europe with Barcelona as its home port, which means it'll be perfect for Brits.
The family-friendly ship will also feature The Perfect Storm, which is a trio of water slides with see through panels so you can catch a glimpse of the views as you go down.
They accompany the new pool deck, which will feature a bigger selection of seats, including daybeds, hammocks and swing seats.
There will also be new whirlpools on the top deck and a new adults-only Solarium.
The ship will feature Ultimate Abyss, the tallest slide at sea, for the first time
Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar will be a new addition to the ship
Adventure Ocean, the complimentary kids club on board, and its teen spaces will also be re-designed.
For older children and adults, there will be a glow-in-the-dark laser tag known as ‘Clash for the Crystal City’ and a space-themed escape room called Apollo 18: Lunar Landing.
There will also be a new Music Hall - originally found on Royal Caribbean's Quantum class ships - which will feature performances from live acts.
Another one for music-lovers is Spotlight Karaoke, which has a main stage as well as private rooms.
The ship will feature a new karaoke bar
The music hall will feature live acts
There are lots of child-friendly spaces
The kids zones will all be revamped
It's not just for karaoke though, as the space will also host music trivia and themed nights.
Food and drinks-wise, there's been a few changes too.
Allure of the Seas is getting a new Italian restaurant, Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar, which already appears on some of the cruise line's other ships.
Portside BBQ is where you'll find a huge selection of dishes inspired by the barbecue styles across the US.
The pool area is getting The Lime & Coconut bars, and there will be a new Bionic Bar by Makr Shakr where robots will make your drinks.
The cruise lines free child care space is also being refreshed
The area for teens is also part of the makeover
All of these new features are in addition to the ones already on board, including an aquatheatre for water acrobatics shows, a zipline across the ship, a classic carousel and a surf simulator.
Allure of the Seas will not be returning to the water until next year though, but passengers can already book sailings from May 2020.
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Royal Caribbean launched its new private island resort earlier this year.
The cruise line also revealed that it would be launching the longest water slide at sea.
Other new ships to debut this year include the MSC Bellissima, which features a huge water park and two Cirque du Soleil shows.
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Visa will create a competitor to SWIFT
Visa payment system in collaboration with British technology company BTL Group is working on integration of the blockchain technology in inter-bank transfers.
MoneyBlogNewz via flickr
The company invites creditors to test remittances using the blockchain. The project is supposed to reduce costs, accelerate time of transfers and lower risks for partners.
BTL Group was founded last year by Guy and Hugh Halford-Thompson. The company develops blockchain technologies in its own laboratories, and in specialized incubators and accelerators in Vancouver, Canada.
BTL is known for its smart money transfer platform Interbit, offers fast and inexpensive transactions from Canada and the UK. Visa will now use the same platform, said Hendrik Kleinsmiede, co-founder of innovative hub Visa Europe Collab.
Testing will last for 100 days. Visa claims that the potential of the platform is almost equal to SWIFT system. In case of success, the company may create a competitor to SWIFT, which has become a subject of regular cyber-attacks. On Wednesday, SWIFT warned its members that hackers continue to look for vulnerabilities in IT-systems of banks. "Target objects vary in size and geography, hackers use different methods of communication and different interfaces of systems" - said SWIFT in a letter. The attacked banks were not specified.
Last week, four major banks - UBS, Santander, Deutsche Bank and BNY Mellon – announced partnership with broker ICAP and startup Clearmatics. Together, they are going to create a digital currency based on the blockchain technology, which eventually should become a standard in the industry of banking payments. "Now, cutting costs is the most important thing in the banking world, since everyone has problems associated by low incomes. That is why they rely on the blockchain", - said Head of Financial Services at Accenture Richard Lumb.
The blockchain technology has been invented long time ago, and yet, the banks still don’t dare to fully implement this. Why?
Perhaps, financial institutions are worried about privacy of transactions’ data. Such a conclusion was made by experts of Greenwich Associates in their new report.
Distrust in the new technology is aggravated by a recent break in Bitcoin exchange Bitfinex, and attempted attacks on the DAO.
Greenwich Associates surveyed 134 participants of the banking market. 56% of them believe that the biggest problem with blockchain is confidentiality of the transaction data. 63% of banks and brokers are concerned with this problem.
Privacy is one thing that will be hard to obtain because of blockchain’s consolidated audit trail that ensures maximum transparency of operations. The irony is that creators of the technology are proud of this feature the most.
Developers such as Digital Asset Holdings, Chain and R3 intend to address this issue by introducing a special functionality to maintain confidentiality of data.
The second issue after confidentiality is security of private keys.
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Record rise in household bills
By Andrew Oxlade
Updated: 19:00 EST, 15 November 2004
RISING oil prices last month pushed up household utility prices at the fastest rate since records began in 1997, official figures showed today.
The price of water, electricity and gas leapt 4.4% on a year earlier. Further price pressure came from package holidays and food, the Office of National Statistics said.
Overall, the Consumer Prices Index showed inflation in October picked up to 1.2% from 1.1% a month before. The figure was in line with what the City had expected.
The gain in the CPI would have been higher if it were not for falling clothing and footwear prices, the ONS said. These items have had a downward effect for most of the year.
A spike in oil prices above $50 a barrel this year has had an obvious knock-on effect on petrol, pushing the price of unleaded to around 85p a litre and is now filtering through in the form of higher fuel costs for homes. British Gas, Powergen and Scottish Power are among those to have announced hikes in electricity and gas bills in recent months.
Despite the rise in October, inflation remains only marginally above the 0.9% level that would require Bank of England Governor Mervyn King to write to the Government to explain why inflation is so far below its 2% target.
The Bank's Government-set objective is to set rates so that inflation does not rise above its target for two years. It has raised rates to 4.75% from a low of 3.5% last year in a bid to cool the UK's overheated property market and keep a lid on future consumer prices.
With inflation so low and signs that the UK property boom is now over, economists have speculated the base rate may not need to rise further and may fall in the new year. A survey today from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors revealed house sales were at a nine-year low in October.
Simon Rubinsohn, chief economist at broker Gerrard, is expecting inflation to rise faster than the Bank expects over coming months. 'For the time being, we are sticking with our view that the interest rate cycle has yet to peak,' he said.
Economists will now eagerly await UK unemployment figures tomorrow and the publication of minutes from the Bank of England's monetary policy committee meeting two weeks ago when rates were held again at 4.75%.
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Where are the nation's biggest savers? Map reveals the regions where households put aside the most cash each month
By Rachel Rickard Straus
Hard-pressed families are defying price hikes and wage stagnation to put aside a little more money every month, according to a new study.
The average household that can afford to save is putting away £103 per month, up £10 on last year.
However the survey by MoneyMood revealed that only half of UK households have any spare cash left over at the end of the month once they have paid all their bills and debt.
The headline figures also mask considerably regional differences.
Savings gap: Savers in London are putting aside an average of £240 a month, while savers in the South West, North East and East Midlands are not managing to put away more than £60
Households in Yorkshire and Humberside have produced the biggest increase in savings with average monthly saving up by £97 per month.
Londoners are saving the most each month - £240 on average, which is more than double anywhere else in the country.
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Meanwhile other areas are still feeling the crunch, with households in the East Midlands saving £135 per month less than 12 months ago.
Savings rates have tumbled in recent months, with most now failing even to beat inflation.
However despite a feeble offering of attractive cash Isas and lacklustre contest among big deposit-takers, saving into cash Isas and benefiting from tax-free interest is still worthwhile.
Sixty-nine per cent of those polled by MoneyMood said they 'are in the mood to save'
Anna Bowes, director of Savingschampion, the website that tracks and compares savings accounts, says that if the maximum had been saved into cash Isas since their introduction in April 1999, with interest equal to the Bank of England base rate for each year, a saver’s total pot would have grown to £60,000.
If Tessas, the predecessor to Isas, were included, the total would be £73,000.
The most common reason for saving is 'for a rainy day' followed by putting aside cash for a holiday
In the current tax year – up to and including April 5 – a maximum £5,640 can be saved into a cash Isa. The same again or the full £11,280 can be invested into a stocks and shares Isa, but capital and added value is not guaranteed. From April, the allowance rises to a combined total of £11,520 – £5,760 for cash Isas.
The number one reason for putting aside cash each month is saving for a rainy day, according to MoneyMood, with 71 per cent of savers putting money away for this reason.
Sixty-two per cent of savers are building up a sum for a holiday, 57 per cent to pay households bills, 52 per cent for decorating or home improvements and 43 per cent for a leisure pursuit.
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Environment minister urged to study data from Gippsland Youth on forestry
Leader of The Nationals, Shadow Minister for Agriculture, Peter Walsh, The Nationals Member for Eastern Victoria Region, Melina Bath with three Gippsland youth Jackson Elfring, Jennifer Ferguson and Megan Para together launch the ‘Gippsland Youth Symposium – Future of our Forest Report’
Victoria’s Environment Minister Lily D’Ambrosio has been urged to read and use data from a Gippsland Youth Symposium’s Future of our Forests report. But State MLC Melina Bath, who represents Victoria’s eastern region, said she did not expect the Minister to read the document. Source: Timberbiz
Ms Bath told State Parliament yesterday that the Gippsland data was based on the same questions posed to a group of young people in suburban Footscray earlier this year.
“On 2 October, 30 young Gippslanders aged between 15 and 30 years attended a youth symposium, which was in contrast to the government’s biased Footscray youth symposium, which had an overwhelmingly majority of city-based youth, predominantly from seven environmental groups,’’ Ms Bath said.
“There is no-one more qualified to speak about the use of our forests, the future development of our forests and the management of our forests than those who live with the forest on their doorstep and who live within the forest and use it for social, environmental and economic outcomes.
“The Gippslanders were asked the same questions as the Footscray participants, and it will come as no surprise to this house that there were very different perspectives. One of the key issues was that the Gippsland youth support the opinion that industry, recreation and conservation can coexist.
“They feel the government is not listening to regional people and fairly representing their views,” she said.
“The action I seek from the minister is that she personally reads the Gippsland Youth Symposium’s Future of our Forests report and incorporates the recommendations of young Gippslanders into the development of the regional forest agreements,” Ms Bath said.
She said there were key themes, which include the importance of a carbon capturing, regenerative and sustainable, well-managed native timber industry.
“The Gippslanders support and want better bushfire prevention measures. They see this as the biggest threat to our forests. They want to incorporate the role of Indigenous people and the way they have used burns historically.
“We had some great young Indigenous people there who were very interested in that role, as well as others,” Ms Bath said.
But she said the Footscray report only made one reference to bushfire, which was “a real shame, highlighting the disparity between knowledge and understanding”.
Weed infestation and feral animals was also a major concern for the Gippsland youth which did not even rate a mention at the Footscray symposium.
“Education and awareness was also highlighted. Gippslanders want people to understand the importance of bush, but also the importance that industry can play in a well-managed area,” Ms Bath said.
“One very succinct person said, in relation to what they would like to see in the future of forests, that they would like to create, and I quote ‘sustainable, maintainable forest for future generations, and do so by encouraging sustainable timber harvesting, recreational use such as hiking, four-wheel driving, biking and support for the Department of Environment, Water, Land and Planning’s back-burning activities’.
“This government talks about consultation being important. The minister needs to read and use this data,” Ms Bath said.
Asked if she expected a response from D’Ambrosio, she said: “Well, I don’t.
“She’s not going to read it and I don’t expect a satisfactory response to my question and request,” she said.
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Intel Core i3-7350K Review
By Paul Alcorn 2017-02-16T14:00:00Z
The Core i3-7350K brings a big performance boost to the i3 series and is a win for enthusiasts, but we'd like it a lot more if it came with a lower price tag to offset the additional requirements.
Unlocked multiplier
Snappy single-threaded performance
Doesn't include a heat sink
Requires Z170 or Z270 for overclocking
The Unlocked i3 Cometh
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Page 2: Gaming Benchmarks
Page 3: Office & Productivity Applications
Page 4: Overclocking & Power Consumption
Page 5: Conclusion
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Enthusiasts have long flocked to Intel’s Core i5, Core i3, and Pentium processors as go-to solutions for budget-minded gaming rigs, particularly in light of AMDs waning innovation over the years. Each series offers its own advantages, and in the past, Intel’s surgical trimming of overclocking, Turbo Boost, and Hyper-Threading features separated the families into a well-defined hierarchy. We could tune i5s with easily-overclocked K-series SKUs, for example, but the i3 and Pentium families employed locked multipliers.
Intel set the benchmark for affordable overclocking when it released the unlocked Pentium G3258 Anniversary Edition in July 2014. We have to reach even further back to find the last unlocked Hyper-Threaded dual-core CPU, Intel's Pentium EE 965, which surfaced in 2006. Now, in 2017, we get another taste in the Kaby Lake-based Core i3-7350K. It includes the benefit of Hyper-Threading, which makes the -7350K even more enticing to gamers than the Pentium G3258. After all, two Hyper-Threaded cores can work on four threads at a time, and that's a requisite in many of today's most popular titles.
The chip operates at a base clock rate of 4.2 GHz, similar to a Core i7-7700K. But it doesn't support Turbo Boost, though this isn't altogether disappointing given the unlocked multiplier. Intel shares 4MB of last-level cache across the die, yielding a ratio of 2MB per core, also like the higher-end models. And whereas the locked Core i3s are rated at 35W and 51W, the Core i3-7350K is the lone 60W SKU. Intel also re-introduced TSX-NI support, which can boost multi-threaded performance, to the i3 series.
Core i3-7350K is of course based on the Kaby Lake architecture, the second tock of Intel’s 14nm process. Due to a lack of IPC improvements, Kaby Lake isn't inherently faster than Skylake on a per-cycle basis. Instead, faster transistors enable generally higher clock rates. Intel also focuses on adding more features to the low-end processors in a move that many see as preparation for AMD's Ryzen launch. Beyond the process improvement, we get a revamped SpeedShift to keep power consumption in check without sacrificing responsiveness and a refined media engine.
The Core i3 processors come armed with HD Graphics 630 in a GT2 configuration (that's 24 execution units (EU) operating at a base 350 MHz and able to hit 1150 MHz). The Gen 9.5 graphics architecture provides fixed-function hardware for HEVC 10-bit decode/encode, VP9 8/10-bit decode, and VP9 8-bit encode. Most enthusiasts will pair this CPU with a discrete GPU, so the integrated graphics certainly aren’t the main attraction. It's worth noting, however, that you need a Kaby Lake-based system to stream 4K video due to hardware-based DRM requirements.
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The Price Dilemma
The allure of an unlocked dual-core model really boils down to pricing, and the Core i3-7350K unsurprisingly bears a higher price tag than other Core i3s. Like all K-series SKUs, the -7350K doesn’t come with a stock heat sink. We wouldn’t recommend one for overclocking anyway. But you do need to add the price of a cooler to your budget when you consider this CPU. Also, you need a Z170 or Z270 motherboard in order to take advantage of the unlocked multiplier, which also adds cost. These days, Z170-based platforms slot in as your value option, while Intel's Z270 PCH offers increased connectivity options due to more HSIO lanes. The company also touts “Optane Ready” status for Z270, so the new chipset is your only option for adding a touch of next-generation 3D XPoint memory caching when it becomes available later this year.
Most games don't fully utilize Intel's big six-, eight-, and 10-core chips, so the quad-threaded Core i3-7350K should still offer potent performance with the right GPU at a $179 price point. However, after you invest in a capable cooler and enthusiast-oriented motherboard, the extra costs push this supposed budget processor into the same range as a quad-core Core i5-7400 with an H- or B-series chipset and Intel's stock heat sink. The i5 doesn't benefit from Hyper-Threading or an unlocked multiplier, but Turbo Boost takes it from a base 3 GHz up to 3.5 GHz. And four physical cores are complemented by 6MB of shared L3. The Core i5-7500 is even faster thanks to a 3.4 GHz base frequency and 3.8 GHz peak Turbo Boost rate, so long as you're willing to spend $192.
Then again, if overclocking an unlocked processor is your only concern, the Core i3-7350K is your best bet short of the $236 Core i5-6600K. The Pentium family is much cheaper, sure, but even with the addition of Hyper-Threading to select models, a locked multiplier means none of them can challenge an overclocked Core i3. The -7350K also supports AVX and AVX2, whereas the Pentiums do not. Core i3s give you more L3 cache, too.
The price of a CPU affects how much you can spend on a graphics card or SSD, so it’s always a challenge to strike the right balance. Intel's Core i3-7350K blurs the line between its i3 and i5 families, so let's take a closer look at how this model fares against pricier alternatives.
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Justiceinacan 16 February 2017 14:13
As someone who just enjoys overclocking and was coming from an FX chip, it is nice but I agree with the rest of the article ; a locked i5 is a very solid chip for similar pricing to the unlocked i3 which may fare better or worse.
Sakkura 16 February 2017 14:21
It simply needs to drop $20. I suspect they may have launched this chip, and the hyperthreaded Pentiums, as a precaution for Ryzen. Intel doesn't usually adjust pricing, but I would not be the least bit surprised if the 7350K becomes an exception after the Ryzen launch (assuming things go well for AMD).
ubercake 16 February 2017 14:57
These processors are $159 at microcenter. That's the $20 price drop Sakkura is looking for! I think I'd still just fork over the additional $40 (again microcenter) for the i5 though.
InvalidError 16 February 2017 15:07
Given how expensive the top-end i3 has become and the extra expenses that go in actually leveraging its overclockability, I'd say that the i5-7400 with a h270 motherboard would be the better bang-per-buck option in most cases. At least until Ryzen comes along 2-3 weeks from now and redefines what good bang-per-buck is.
I really hope Ryzen lives up to the hype. I can't wait to see the R7 1800X vs. i7-6900K reviews.
Ashwaganda 16 February 2017 15:23
With 168$ MSRP this cpu just isnt attractive, considering i5-7400 182$ MSRP.
Even if you could overclock it with cheaper H110/B150/B250 board, the i5-7400 is a better buy. Also the 63$ Pentium G4560 utterly destroys i3-7350K by value.
Sure G4560 does not have AVX instructions, but who cares. For gaming and everyday use purposes AVX doesnt offer any real benefit.
bak0n 16 February 2017 16:07
The only reason I'd pick up this would be for playing games like Sins of a Solar empire that don't make use of enough cores and loads the screen with lots of processing at end game.
logainofhades 16 February 2017 16:09
These are selling for $180 right now. Simply not worth it. At least the pentium G3258 was priced close to its locked siblings. The price needs to drop, significantly. At current prices, and with the hyperthreaded Pentiums, the i3 is kinda irrelevant right now. Wonder if Intel knows something about Ryzen, that we don't, because these recent moves don't make a lot of sense.
why_wolf 16 February 2017 16:51
I really get the feeling this chip is being setup so Intel can drop the price on it if AMD eats to much of the low end market. As it stands right now, at this price point, I'd have to agree going to an i5 instead makes way more sense for the majority of users out there.
Math Geek 16 February 2017 17:03
the G4620 stands out more in this review to me than this i3 does. at ~$90 it is a much better buy than this i3 for a true budget build. once it's price drops in response to AMD, then it will be worth a revisit once we know what AMD has to offer. but for now, i won't be recommending this cpu to anyone. locked i5 much better bang for the buck with the locked i3 or this new HT Pentium for a budget build.
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Home News Tens of thousands of girls reached through Mozambique empowerment programme
Tens of thousands of girls reached through Mozambique empowerment programme
Edma teaches girls the skills and knowledge they need to protect themselves, stay in school and demand their rights. © UNFPA/Helene Christensen
NAMPULA CITY, Mozambique – “Some adolescent girls will leave school to marry for money,” 21-year-old Edma told UNFPA. “Some are engaging in unsafe sexual behaviours, unaware of the risks and their rights.”
Edma sees these realities every day.
And she has made it her mission to change things: She has become a mentor.
Every week, Edma meets with about 30 girls between 10 and 15 years old in the Namutequeliua neighbourhood of Nampula City, in northern Mozambique.
There, in a space the girls have identified as safe to discuss sensitive topics, they cover a range of issues, including sexual and reproductive health, the consequences of early pregnancy, how to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections, and the importance of human rights – including the right to live free of violence and child marriage.
Edma talks about preventing unintended pregnancies with girls in a "safe space," a space they have designated as safe to discuss sensitive topics. © UNFPA/Helene Christensen
“Many girls are vulnerable to violence, early pregnancy and marriage when still children, which compromises their education and future,” Edma explained.
She is one of nearly 800 mentors with Rapariga Biz, a programme that translates to “busy girl.” Launched in May of last year, Raparinga Biz aims to empower 1 million girls and young women with life skills and health and human rights information by 2020.
Girls face a minefield of hazards
In a 2015 survey by the health ministry, 46 per cent of Mozambican girls, 15 to 19 years old, were either pregnant or already mothers. And among young women aged 20-24, some 48 per were married before reaching age 18, according to a 2011 survey.
Child marriage and early pregnancy often force girls to drop out of school, and put them at risk of pregnancy-related complications such as obstetric fistula, or even death. (Globally, pregnancy-related causes are the leading killer of adolescent girls.)
Raparinga Biz is working to keep girls safe from these hazards.
Led by the government – with technical assistance from UNFPA, UNESCO, the UN Children’s Fund and UN WOMEN, and funding from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency – Raparinga Biz has so far reached over 23,000 girls and young women in the provinces of Nampula and Zambezia.
Mentors are a core part Rapariga Biz’s approach, which gives girls crucial information about their bodies and rights. It also teaches girls key skills, such as literacy and financial skills, and helps them participate in advocacy efforts such as mass media campaigns.
Mentors also encourage out-of-school girls to return to the classroom, and they refer survivors of violence or child marriage to health, social and justice services.
Creating a sisterhood
“Mentor Edma came to my home after a session to ensure I understood the risks and consequences from falling pregnant,” said Mamo Daudo, 15. “It made me change my risky sexual behaviours.”
She says she thinks of Edma as her sister, advisor, friend and role model.
Rapariga Biz mentors gather for one of their monthly sessions. © UNFPA/Helene Christensen
Mentors say they have also benefitted from the programme.
“I have learned and grown lots from being a mentor. It prepares me well for realizing my dream of becoming a professor,” Edma explained.
Many mentors have themselves overcome major challenges.
“I once engaged in transactional sex without using contraceptives to be able to afford attending school,” said Amelia*, 22, from Quelimane, Zambezia. “Now I use my own story to demonstrate that a change is possible. I hope to make the girls see that they can start making different choices in their lives just like I did.”
Amelia is now using the monthly subsidy she gets as a mentor to cover her school fees.
The efforts of Edma, Amelia and others have yielded significant progress.
In the programme’s first year, only five early pregnancies were reported among over 9,294 participants between 15 and 19 years old. One hundred and fifty early marriages were reported among almost 22,000 girls between ages 10 and 19, a rate of 0.7 per cent, which is far below the national average.
UNFPA and partners will train an additional 2,000 mentors in 2017.
– Helene Christensen
* Name changed to protect privacy
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LEADING THE ECONOMY
Oman 2019 | ECONOMY | INTERVIEW
Al Raffd is working overtime to ensure that Omani SMEs have every opportunity available in the market to succeed.
With more than 15 years experience in personal, commercial, and investment banking across the world, Tariq Al-Farsi helped incorporate two Islamic banks in the UAE: Noor Bank (Dubai) and Al Hilal Bank (Abu Dhabi), in addition to the first Islamic bank in Oman, Nizwa Bank. He joined Al Raffd after working as the GM of Nizwa Bank. Previously, he was the GM of Noor Investment Group, and a senior member of the lead team at Sharjah Islamic Bank, National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah, and HSBC. He obtained his bachelor’s in business administration and hotel studies from the Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport, Egypt, and has attended numerous graduate courses, including some at INSEAD.
In which sectors of the economy are you seeing the most promising SME growth?
Current government plans have identified promising economic sectors for SMEs in line with our future vision. The youth are constantly encouraged to invest in basic sectors such as tourism, industry, logistics, and information technology in order to increase employment opportunities and minimize Oman's dependence on oil revenues. As such, they contribute largely to gross domestic product, consumption, job opportunities, investment and exports, and social justice. SMEs are also able to lead the national economy with the smallest capital. In line with these trends in promising sectors, the fund is keen to finance programs in tourism and industrial and commercial agencies in order to support youth innovation, stay abreast of the current economic trends, and promote economic diversification. In order to maximize these, the Al Raffd Administration Board has its sights set on 30 projects for the coming year that will contribute to the advancement of the national economy.
How does the Al Raffd Fund work in partnership with other SME-promoting organizations such as Riyada and Sharakah?
We help finance SMEs through partnerships and memorandums of understanding that are coordinated to ensure maximum transparency.
How can technology make Omani SMEs more competitive with larger companies and regional SMEs?
The use of modern technology is absolutely essential, especially to smaller firms. Their ability to cope with intense competition is entirely related to their use of technology, whether in management, organization, or marketing. It also plays a significant role in manufacturing since it ensures the quality of the product and service being provided. The more modern the technologies employed in SMEs, the higher their competitiveness and ease with which they are integrated into the global economy.
In manufacturing, what incentives are needed for SMEs to be created, and for large companies to buy their products?
The Sultanate attaches great importance to this sector. The Small and Medium Enterprise Development Symposium was held in February 2013, which approved a number of incentives for establishing SMEs, especially in the industrial sector. These included allocating plots for agricultural, industrial, and commercial purposes; requiring companies executing large projects to allocate at least 10% of the tender value to SMEs; giving priority to enterprises whose headquarters are registered in the governorate where the project is implemented; and allocating reasonable plots in different governorates for building business centers and incubators for SMEs. As for purchasing SMEs' products, the foregoing symposium also recognized that SMEs are entitled to 10% of governmental tenders, which gives them continuous opportunities to provide their products and build working relations with various government agencies, not only in industry but in every sector. The fund has developed a special financing program for industrial projects with a financing ceiling of OMR200,000 through streamlined procedures and free guarantees. It also provides business contracts in the industrial sector for those with high operating costs. SMEs can also start their business with large companies by providing them with high quality products and services that enable them to compete.
Mohammed S. Al Tobi , Minister, Environment and Climate Affairs (MECA)
In 1982, Oman became the first country in the Middle East to create a comprehensive environmental policy, and in 1984 the first to establish an environmental ministry.
Omar Al-Wahaibi , CEO, Nama Holding
A variety of firms under the Nama umbrella are utilizing cutting-edge technologies to integrate sustainable solutions into their business plans.
Yaqoob Saif Al Kiyumi , CEO, Oman Power and Water Procurement Company (OPWP)
OPWP is leading the government's ambitious plans to establish a spot market, while also implementing its broader seven-year plan to boost renewables to 10% of total capacity by 2024.
Omani energy providers are brewing up a concoction of privatization schemes set to boost output and keep prices stable.
Ali Issa Shammas , CEO, Dhofar Power Company (DPC)
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Ala Bin Hassan Moosa , Acting CEO , Muscat Electricity Distribution Company (MEDC)
A series of reforms first enacted in 2017 are already having a widely felt effect on the distribution and effectiveness of Muscat's provision of utilities.
Abdullah Al Hashimi , Chairman, Majan Electricity Company
Cost-reflective tariffs have helped ease the load on the distribution system and bring down costs for those nimble enough to respond.
Generation Companies
The government is working with a variety of dynamic actors to achieve a diversity of output mechanisms, including solar.
A subsidiary of the Nama Group, the Oman Power and Water Procurement Company (OPWP) is taking the momentous step of establishing an obligatory spot market for its electricity generators, a progressive move expected to lower costs and boost supply during peak demand times.
Sheikh Mohammed Sulaiman Al-Harthy, Executive Vice President - strategic development, Be’ah
be'ah has set ambitious internal targets of diverting 60% of the waste that currently goes to landfills or dumpsites by 2020, which it hopes to crank up to 80% by 2030.
Energy efficiency today is an economic necessity in Oman, which in diversifying away from hydrocarbons is working to rationalize its industrial ecosystem, notably through the use of sustainable energy sources.
Ken Paton , CEO, Symtech Solar
The government is working with firms like Symtech to put solar panels on the roofs of one-third of Omani homes.
Voices from the Sector
Voices from the Sector: Green Economy
His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said continues to guide Oman to a sustainable future, with the upcoming Vision 2040 expected to form the basis of his future development plans.
Viorica Dancila, Prime Minister, Romania
The opportunities are many for Romanian collaboration with the Sultanate, starting with the opening of its first embassy in Oman.
Focus: European investment in Oman
Continental Shift
With its diversified economy welcoming of foreign participation, Oman continues to attract growth-sustaining investment, not least from Europe.
Simon Penney, Her Majesty's Trade Commissioner , for the Middle East
By helping GCC economies diversify and develop their capabilities in technology, life sciences, healthcare, education, and infrastructure, the UK's post-EU trade policy is hugely ambitious.
Oman is China's fourth-largest source of oil, and China is Oman's top export partner. It only makes sense that Oman is inviting Chinese investors to help achieve its Vision 2020 goals.
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Dr. Ismail Ahmed Ibrahim Al Balushi , Deputy CEO, Duqm Special Economic Zone Authority (SEZAD)
The authorities are banking on Duqm's strategic location and Oman's robust ties with neighboring countries to develop another world-class port.
Talal Al Rahbi , Deputy Secretary General, Supreme Council for Planning (SCP)
Armed with growing interest in private sector-driven export growth, the council is working hard to boost the number of Omani SMEs.
Dr. Khalifa Bin Abdullah Al Barwani , CEO, National Center for Statistics and Information (NCSI)
Having introduced an e-census, vastly improved the ease of doing business, and cut more than a modicum of red tape, NCSI is making Oman a far more attractive place to do business.
Tariq Al-Farsi , CEO, Al Raffd Fund
Sayyid Shihab Bin Tariq Al Said , Chairman, The Research Council (TRC)
Leading players are driving a research burst to improve the level of innovation coming out of the Sultanate.
Nasima Al Balushi , Director General - Export Development, Ithraa
Ithraa is the best example that Oman is open for business, ready to provide strong support to foreign and local firms looking to get involved in the domestic market, as well as target markets in the region and beyond.
Focus: Vision 2020-2040
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Pankaj Khimji , Director, Khimji Ramdas
Dr. Hamad Salim Al Rawahi , CEO, Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (TRA)
To encourage greater investment in the sector as well as promote competition, TRA seeks to update Oman's infrastructure-sharing regulations.
Dr. Salim Sultan Al Ruzaiqi , CEO, Information Technology Authority (ITA)
The rapid spread of high-speed broadband offers new ways to live, work, and play, challenging government departments and businesses to better adapt the way they serve citizens and customers.
Focus: The breakup of telecoms oligopoly and new players
Room for More
Omantel, Ooredoo Oman, Friendi, and Renna are engaged in a fierce competition in Oman's mobile telecoms market, while another operator is on the way.
To strengthen their positions in the market and remain key players, telco companies are giving their customers exactly what they want via innovative marketing tactics and digital applications.
Said Al-Mandhari, CEO, Oman Broadband Company (OBC)
With a clear mandate to build an integrated infrastructure for future technologies, OBC is laying the groundwork for a fully connected Sultanate.
Maqbool Al Wahaibi, CEO, Oman Data Park
Seeking to provide the best IT facilities to its clients, Oman Data Park uses state-of-the-art technology to deliver cutting-edge services with the highest standards of reliability, security, and responsiveness.
Yousuf Ali Al-Harthy, CEO, Oman Technology Fund (OTF)
The Middle East is underserved in terms of venture capital, and OTF seeks to provide avenues for entrepreneurs to translate their ideas into reality.
Sheila H. Jamal , CEO, Al Madina GrouP
With a greater shift toward digital and going paperless in all sectors, Al Madina Group is poised for exponential growth.
Voices from the Sector: Telecoms & IT
Dr. Abdullah Bin Nasser Al Harrasi , Chairman, Public Authority for Radio and Television (PART)
PART has changed a great deal since its establishment in 2011 and has expanded its offerings significantly.
As corporates and government entities continue seeing the benefits of or safer, upgraded IT systems continues, Oman-based IT companies have experienced an uptick in demand.
Tahir Bin Salim Bin Abdullah Al Amri , Executive President, Central Bank of Oman
The central bank has lowered the minimum capital adequacy ratio enough to spur responsible borrowing without endangering the broader financial system.
By improving corporate governance, boosting investor confidence, and working to incorporate SMEs into broader capital structures, Oman's capital markets are driving the Sultanate's long-term growth.
Sheikh Waleed Al Hashar , CEO, Bank Muscat
Building on the government's longer-term efforts to diversify the economy, Bank Muscat is lending responsibly to every crucial sector across the country.
Andrew Long , CEO, HSBC Bank Oman
For a population that is comparatively overbanked and has overborrowed, major players must work in tandem with the central bank to enact the smartest policies.
The Shock and Awe of the New
Fintech is the new kid on the block in Oman's financial universe. Subject to existing legislation, it seems on the ascendancy.
Majid Al Amri, CEO, Thawani
Oman has a plethora of banks specializing in different sectors. But with digital banking solutions taking the center stage, banks are fighting to become the bank of choice for the next generation.
Ominvest
Although a small market in the regional context, investment firms in Oman are using diversification, disruptive technologies, and REITs to offer investors more bang for their buck.
Sanjay Tiwari, CFO, Al Anwar Holdings
A smart firm knows when to diversify its business and invest in the future.
Voices from the Sector: Finance
Much Interest in No Interest
Sharia-compliant financial services have gained enormous traction worldwide, and although new to the table, Oman is claiming its share.
Joey Ghose , CEO, Raysut Cement Company
Raysut Cement Company has built strong distribution networks and seeks to play a key role in Oman's continued development.
Salem Abdullah Al Hajry , CEO, Oman Cement Company
The first producer of cement in the country, Oman Cement Company's strength lies in its high-quality products and strategic initiatives in social responsibility.
Focus: Industry 4.0 & leapfrogging
A Smart Strategy
AI and the Internet of Things (IoT): both terms buzz around our speculative conversations on the next technological leap. Actual practitioners, meanwhile, are engaged in more than speculation. Enter Industry 4.0.
The rapidly developing markets in the region offer huge opportunities for plastics manufacturers to supply international quality at an optimized cost.
Voices from the Sector: Pipe manufacturing
Khalid Tawfiq Abdel Rasoul , Vice Chairman, Sohar Steel Group
Sohar Steel Group is considering further diversifying its portfolio and training its staff to prepare itself for opportunities ahead.
Voices from the Sector: Industry
Ali Vezvaei , Executive President & CEO, Bilfinger Middle East
Bilfinger employs its century-long expertise to enhance efficiency, increase productivity, and extract greater value from every barrel.
Salem Nasser Al Bortmany, CEO, Areej Vegetable Oils and Derivatives SAOC (AVOD)
AVOD is striving to move away from labor intensive to process intensive in a bid to transform the business.
Hilal Mohammed Hamoud Al Busaidi, CEO, Public Authority for Mining
TBY talks to Hilal Mohammed Hamoud Al Busaidi, CEO of Public Authority on Industry sector.
Beyond merely earning a profit, mining companies in the Sultanate are looking to create greater value, bringing greater benefits to Oman.
Mark Geilenkirchen, CEO, SOHAR Port and Freezone
SOHAR Port is on par with the world's major ports and is fast adopting sustainable practices in gearing up to become a model for present and upcoming ports.
Jesse Damsky , Chief Commercial Officer, Port of Salalah
The Port of Salalah is nearing full capacity and moving up the value chain by exporting finished products.
Tarik Al Junaidi , CEO, Oman Shipping Company (OSC)
Better insights about Oman's dynamics has enabled OSC to capture business growth and provide appropriate solutions at competitive rates.
Ahmed Ali Al Bulushi, CEO, Mwasalat
Mwasalat has the backing of the government and partnerships with the private sector to make public transportation the go-to option for city and inter-city travel.
Abdulmalik Al Balushi , CEO, Oman Post
Oman Post is the only company that delivers anywhere in Oman, allowing the most rural parts of the country to have access to international commerce.
Sheikh Aimen Ahmed Sultan Al-Hosni , CEO, Oman Airports Management Company (OAMC)
OAMC is consulting with leading global airports to realize its goal to rank Oman's airports among the top 20 in the world by 2020.
Focus: Muscat’s new airport
Muscat International Airport was inaugurated in March 2018 as a modern gateway to Oman and an access point to all the business opportunities the Sultanate offers.
Mohamed Ahmed , CEO, SalamAir
SalamAir is a low-cost airline that boasts flexibility similar to the world's best airlines, enabling it to attract a new market.
Voices from the Sector: Transport
Hilal Al Kharusi , Acting Executive Managing Director, Oman Oil Duqm Development Company
The Duqm Refinery will complement and enlarge the landscape of Oman's energy industry.
Chris Breeze, Country Chairman, Shell Development Oman
Shell fully benefits from its joint ventures by both leveraging its global expertise and learning from its partners.
Adding in-country value (ICV) and providing Omanis with more training and experience are important areas for operators to serve the future needs of the Sultanate.
Alex Clark , CEO, Special Technical Services (STS)
STS' main focus is investing in national development and further growing its initiatives to train and employ more Omanis.
Sultan Al-Ghafri, Vice President, Gulf Energy
The industry leader in providing integrated energy services and solutions, Gulf Energy is looking further outward at regional opportunities.
David Kalife , CEO, Oman Oil Marketing Company
TBY talks to David Kalife, CEO of Oman Oil Marketing Company, on Energy sector.
Yaqdhan Al Nabhani, Country Director, Oman and Pakistan, Baker Hughes (BHGE)
BHGE's many solutions help drive efficiencies, productivity and better customer outcomes for oil companies.
New LPG projects will not only spur Oman's power generation sectors but also further possible uses, creating more value for the Sultanate.
Upstream companies are coping with increased competition, and market share and future growth will depend on innovative technologies and pricing.
Ali Suleym Al Junaibi , Chairman & CEO, Al-Ghalbi International
The growing demand for industrial salts across various industries will drive growth for Al-Ghalbi International.
More Power(ful) Together
As this chapter demonstrates, Oman's energy security efforts boast the diversified solutions needed to power a diversified economy, now that hydrocarbons are no longer king.
Voices from the Sector: Energy
Abolghasem Rahmani, Managing Director, Iranian Offshore Engineering and Construction Company (IOEC)
IOEC seeks to export its human resource and industrial expertise and participate in international projects beyond Iran's shores.
Companies are looking at new alternatives such as mechanization and renewables, and suppliers have to adjust accordingly, making sure they add value to their principals.
Murtaza Firoz Jariwala, Executive Director, Vanguard Engineering and Oilfield Services
Looking toward the future, Vanguard Engineering and Oilfield Services seeks to consolidate and better utilize its resources.
SLCCs
Super Local Community Contractors, or SLCCs, are closed Omani shareholding companies involved primarily in oilfield services. They're unique from other contractors because they are held entirely by thousands of individual investors who reside in the concession area.
Ibrahim Al Harthi, Managing Director, Takatuf
Takatuf's institutes instOG and TPO support the Sultanate's vision of securing a skilled, competent, and job-ready workforce for the oil and gas, energy, and related industries.
Musallam Al Mandhari , CEO, Oman Society for Petroleum Services (OPAL)
The oil sector is focused on finding the best ways to reduce operating expenses while establishing common standards.
Mohammed Al Hashmi , Project Director, Salalah Methanol CompanY - Salalah Ammonia Project
Abolghasem Rahmani , Managing Director, Iranian Offshore Engineering and Construction Company (IOEC)
Saleh Bin Mohammed Al Shanfari , CEO, Oman Food Investment Holding Company (OFIC)
Oman lies at the crossroads of vital trading routes, which means OFIC's mission to develop food security projects serves both the Sultanate's food needs and the region's storage needs.
Ensuring food security has been highlighted at the top of the national agenda, and the government is bolstering infrastructure and support for local companies of all sizes.
Oman Aquaculture Development Company and Five Oceans LLC have crucial roles to play in Oman achieving its food security goals, especially its target of farming 200,000 tons of fish by 2040.
Focus: Fisheries’ value chain
Reeling in Value
Development of the fishing industry's value chain will recapture economic benefits currently exported with raw catch.
Dr. Ahmed Mohammed Al-Saidi , Minister , Health
Health Vision 2050 is the Ministry of Health's long-term plan to curb the rise of non-communicable diseases and work with international organizations to implement global initiatives.
Dr. Qasem Bin Ahmed Al-Salmi , Director General, Royal Hospital (RH)
As Oman is confronted with increasing demand for the treatment of chronic non-communicable diseases, the RH continues to expand its services to create a culture of continuous improvement.
Sandeep Kumar , CEO, Saudi Medicare Company - UAE & Oman
UME Group has vast experience in commissioning and managing more than 100 hospitals in over 25 countries over the last 35 years.
Oman's Ministry of Health is the country's largest healthcare provider, but private-sector presence is rapidly increasing as healthcare across the world becomes more complex and innovative.
Focus: Silver economy
Still a young nation, Oman will have to deal with its aging population and changing demographics in the coming years.
Dr. Rawya Saud Al Busaidi, Minister , Higher Education
Oman is attracting international students, prioritizing quality assurance, and identifying key sectors of the future to prepare tomorrow's workforce, today.
Lawrence Alva, CEO, National Training Institute (NTI)
NTI is developing Oman's workforce to bridge the gap between demand and supply by acting as an enabler for job seekers, employers, and training agencies.
As the country stresses Omanization, educational institutions across the board are focusing on quality to ensure that higher education is up to international standards.
Keep it Fresh
The supply of student accommodation is keeping pace with the expansion of higher education in Oman.
Voices from the Sector: Health
Nasser Al Sheibani , CEO, Al Mouj Muscat
With a deep understanding of customer needs, Al Mouj Muscat is applying progressive techniques to build luxurious, private, and yet modern public spaces to unlock Oman's huge potential.
Voices from the Sector: ITCs
Focus: ITC development
A Lifelong Holiday
As it tries to shake its dependency on oil and gas, the Omani government is strongly pushing to develop the country's tourism industry revenue, and an important part of that strategy is Integrated Tourism Complexes (ITCs).
Mustafa Behlim , Managing Director, Design Unit Engineering
As the Omanization rate drives higher, key local companies such as Design Unit Engineering are stepping up and successfully filling the gaps.
Omar Hussain Alfardan , President & CEO, Alfardan Group
Alfardan Group is fully aligned with the government's objective to boost Oman's economy and is also eyeing big real estate markets such as Turkey for its signature luxury brands.
Mohit Khimji , CEO, Al Tasnim Group
A premium supplier of cement products, Al Tasnim Group is fully aligned with Oman's future vision by establishing mentorship program for SMEs and venturing into sectors that are key to the country's future.
Focus: REITs
Reit Move, Reit Time
The addition of REITs to Oman's investable asset classes has brought greater choice and flexibility to the investor, not least the foreign national.
Voices from the Sector: Real Estate and Construction
Ahmed Bin Nasser Al Mahrizi , Minister , Tourism
Witnessing a steady rise in the number of tourists, Oman is building modern airports and modernizing old ones as part of its ambitious aviation strategy that ensures tourists have positive first experience.
Peter Walichnowski , CEO, Oman Tourism Development Company (Omran)
Transferring a slew of projects from the Ministry of Tourism has helped Omran become the biggest developer of hotels in Oman, the benefits of which are evident in communities across the Sultanate.
Said Salim Al-Shanfari , CEO, Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC)
OCEC is highly committed to Oman's efforts to diversify its sources of income and contribute to the social and economic growth of the country.
Focus: MICE events
Hospitality’s Big Cheese
Oman's unique tourism offering is not lost on a business world overly familiar with traditional destinations, but that has exacting demands regarding quality and opportunity.
High Risk, High Reward
Golden Group Holding's strategy is to align with Vision 2020 and use its experience to spread the risk associated with hotel projects.
David Graham , CEO, Oman Sail
Oman Sail introduced sailing in the country and is well on track to realize its Olympic aspirations and Oman's adventure tourism potential.
Focus: Muscat: Business destination
An ambitious expansion to the Oman Conference and Exhibition Centre and the opening of Muscat International Airport are but two of several key developments driving an increase in business traffic to the Sultanate.
Focus: Wellness tourism
Oman represents one of the most fascinating and complete wellness tourism destinations, and fortunately, the country is taking the right steps to realize the vast potential and diversify the domestic economy.
Zahra Rizvi, Managing Director, Tips and Toes
TBY talks to Zahra Rizvi, Managing Director of Tips and Toes, on the tourism sector.
New Visa Laws
Oman has registered record numbers of tourists every year since 2015, and has introduced a set of new visa laws to continue on the same trajectory toward fulfilling its Vision 2040.
Sheikh Raid Abdullah Al Araimi , Vice Chairman, Al Raid Group
TBY taks to Sheikh Raid Abdullah Al Araimi, Vice Chairman of Al Raid Group, on Tourism sector.
Focus: Wahiba Sandsa
Situated only 200km southwest of Muscat, Wahiba Sands is 12,500sqkm of sand stretching throughout the center of Oman, often been described as a perfect specimen of a sand sea ecosystem.
Focus: Places to visit in Oman
Perk Your Desires
With ancient forts, magnificent deserts, and a pristine coastline, a short visit will not do Oman justice, but to make planning easier, TBY has compiled a list of must-visit attractions in the Sultanate.
Focus: Tanfeedh Program
Time for Implementation
Following the Malaysian example, Omani public and private leaders are working together to discuss the future path of the country, boosting the private sector's role and enhancing economic diversification.
Time for Tanfeedh
TBY talks to HE Talal Al Rahbi, Deputy Secretary General of the Supreme Council for Planning, on financing the Tanfeedh, the private sector's involvement in the program, and assuring foreign investors.
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1204 Broadway Street #105 / Lubbock, TX 79401
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Driven by our desire to provide a contemporary urban destination to invigorate your day, as well as to continue to help reinvigorate downtown Lubbock, The Coffee Shop was born.
The Coffee Shop is the newest project from The West Table owners Cameron and Rachel West.
Our passions are to support and showcase local roasters and coffee connoisseurs, to support downtown redevelopment, and to provide a lively space to bring people together. Our goal is for our Shop and our coffee to be conduits for connection, community, collaboration, ideas, and inspiration.
Numerous elements of The Coffee Shop are directly inspired by the historic Hotel Lubbock, now newly renovated as The Pioneer Condominiums and home to ourselves and The West Table.
"The Coffee Shop", the original café that resided in The Hotel Lubbock in the 1930s, is the eponym of our modern day Coffee Shop (see placard, right).
Our main service counter is the original concierge desk from The Hotel Lubbock, carefully restored and refinished with reverence.
Our entry doors were the original entry doors from The Hotel Lubbock, which have also been restored and refinished. We are proud to carry on the rich heritage of such a historic and iconic building.
The Coffee Shop is available to book for private dinners and parties. Please contact us for more information.
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Health Perspective: At the Intersection of Music, Sound Vibration, Movement, Mind and Body
At the intersection between music, sound vibration, movement, mind and body are these activities developed by Opera Singer, Teaching Artist & Rhythm Facilitator Maria Simeone. Without venturing into formal therapy, Maria bridges ideas from Singing, Yoga, Bartenieff, Dance Therapy, Sound Healing and Recreational Music-Making for easy, healthy physical and cognitive activities. Free video lessons, lesson plans and activity cards are available at Remo, Inc.'s digital magazine: The Comfort Sound
Maria, an Opera Singer integrates singing in her program, Flexity Jig Activities for the Remo Drum Table with Comfort Sound Technology. A Time Magazine article, Singing changes your brain, scientifically proven to lower stress, relieve anxiety, and elevate endorphins reported that singing releases endorphins, which is associated with feelings of pleasure. Or it might be from oxytocin, another hormone released during singing, which has been found to alleviate anxiety and stress and also enhances feelings of trust and bonding, which may explain why still more studies have found that singing lessens feelings of depression and loneliness.
In the 1940's Irmgard Bartenieff came to the United States and developed a set of fundamental exercises, based on concepts and principles of kinesiological functioning, that can be extended into all types of movement activities. It is an approach to basic body training that deals with principles of anatomical body function within a context that encourages personal expression and full psychophysical functioning as an integral part of total body mobilization. (1996)
The field of Dance Therapy seeks to use movement to benefit cognitive, emotional, physical and social integration of the individual based on the premise that the body, mind and spirit are interconnected.
Appreciation for these ideas is apparent in each Flexity Jig Activity Maria created for the Remo Drum Table with Comfort Sound Technology.
SOUND VIBRATION
Sound Healing organizations believe we are vibrational beings in nature. And that sound can be used inter-culturally to attune, invoke, and transform consciousness. Listen to Healing Sounds Radio for more information on Sound Healing. The 40" Remo Drum Table, demonstrated in each Flexity Jig activity, has a warm and soothing sound, but this instrument is unique because you feel the vibrations produced as much as you hear them. Due to limitations in computer or phone speakers you may not be able to hear the fullness and power of the sound and vibration produced by this instrument in person.
RECREATIONAL MUSIC-MAKING (RMM)
The scientific work of neuroscientist Barry Bittman in exploring the benefits of Recreational Music-Making (RMM) demonstrates that eliminating performance anxiety is one key to unlocking the benefits of group music-making* that may include: reducing stress, improving mood, strengthening the immune system and more. Learn more about Dr. Bittman's work as CEO of the Yamaha Music & Wellness Institute.
Photo Credit: Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School
By integrating rhythm-based activity that seeks to: alleviate performance anxiety, incorporate healthy movement, powerful vibration and singing Maria builds bridges between these disciplines for a recreationally accessible experience that may have therapeutic benefits.
For a clinical approach to music-making, learn about Music Therapy at: www.musictherapy.org
For information about Dance Therapy visit: https://adta.org
Learn more about the life and work of Irmgard Bartenieff.
Learn about the original RMM protocol, HealthRHYTHMS, at: www.remo.com/health
Reference Material:
White, David Gordon (2011), Yoga, Brief History of an Idea (Chapter 1 of "Yoga in practice") (PDF), Princeton University Press
Hackney, P. (1996), Fitt, S. S. Dance Kinesiology, Schirmer/Thomson Learning.
Bittman B, et al.(2001) Composite effects of group drumming music therapy on modulation of neuroendocrine-immune parameters in normal subjects, Altern Ther Health Med. 2001 Jan;7(1):38-47.
Find additional Bittman RMM research at: www.remo.com/health (Filter for "Research")
* Specifically, the HealthRHYTHMS Protocol
Improvisation for the Whole Body?
How can learning dynamics and tempo help someone who needs support with developing language skills?
Introducing Fun, Free Educational Activities for Kids from Remo!
Need a "Pick-Me-Up" Quick? Try this energizing stress-buster!
Opera Singer Teaches Stress Reducing Voice-Body Movement Techniques!
What does the research say about music therapy for autism and its side-effects?
Training with Comfort Sound
Rhythm Supported Communication
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Hilaria Thomas, Yoga Instructor (and the next Mrs. Alec Baldwin)
HONEYMOON PHASE
Hilaria Thomas, soon-to-be Mrs. Alec Baldwin, teaches yoga and tweets about his kissing skills. Lizzie Crocker gets her to expand.
Lizzie Crocker
Noel Vasquez / Getty Images for Extra
On a Tuesday afternoon at Yoga Vida, an elegant yoga studio in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village, Hilaria Thomas, a petite instructor resembling a younger Catherine Zeta-Jones, wove between rows of yoga mats to adjust a student’s Warrior Two pose.
“Warrior Three,” Thomas said, snapping her fingers and rolling her r’s, her faint Spanish accent softening an otherwise authoritative voice. Students moaned and grunted as they contorted their bodies into a succession of poses.
“Aren’t you glad I’m going away for six weeks?” she chirped. Her engagement ring sparkled as she tied back her shoulder-length dark hair.
It was no ordinary vacation: Thomas, 28, was being whisked away to the Cannes Film Festival by Alec Baldwin, who proposed to her in March after the couple had been dating for about a year.
Since the news of her engagement to the enigmatic 30 Rock star, Thomas has been thrust into the spotlight. The paparazzi have swarmed her yoga studio, reporters have sneaked into her classes—and subsequently been publicly shamed by Baldwin on Twitter—and PlumTV, a lifestyle channel televised in wealthy vacation communities, asked her to star in their popular morning show Yoga With a View.
A few days after class—on a cold, rainy morning in early May—Thomas arrived at the idyllic Caramoor estate in Westchester County, just north of New York City, to shoot the first of six 30-minute segments that will air on Memorial Day. Dressed in black yoga pants, a purple sweatshirt with thumbholes and a puffy black vest, Thomas straddled a folding chair and idly played with her square-cut diamond engagement ring. Behind her a film crew set up beneath an open-air Venetian pavilion.
Thomas recalled her first meeting with Baldwin, at an upscale raw-food restaurant in Manhattan. “The moment before I saw him, I said to my girlfriends, ‘Universe, I have an announcement to make. I’m ready to meet someone and fall in love,’” she said.
“My girlfriend whacked me and said, ‘Hilaria, shut up—Alec Baldwin is looking at you.’” She playfully mimicked looking over her shoulder, then crinkled her nose and laughed. “At the time I didn’t actually think anything of it, but looking back it’s kind of funny. He just kept looking at me and I finally walked over to his table. He took my hand and said, ‘I must know you. I must know you.’”
The pick-up line—straight from the mouth of Jack Donaghy— sparked an instant connection. The two talked for 10 minutes before exchanging numbers. “It was very slow, but right from the start, he treated me in a way I’d never been treated before.”
Baldwin, 54, had endured a years-long custody battle following his bitter and highly publicized divorce from Kim Basinger in 2002, which included the infamous voicemail to his daughter, Ireland, in which he called her a “thoughtless, rude little pig.” Despite 30 Rock’s continuing success (six Emmys in a row), Baldwin was taking a beating in the tabloids, and he was getting heavier and greyer. But since meeting Thomas, friends say, the actor looks trimmer and more youthful. Though his doctor put him on a no-sugar diet last summer, he told Newsweek in September that Thomas had been a “good influence,” adding that their relationship was “the most serious thing I guess I’ve had in a really, really long time.” He said he loved the fact that she “couldn’t give a damn about show business or the television business.”
“We don’t have a TV in the house,” Thomas said on the set of Yoga With a View. But they do, apparently, have an active and open Twitter relationship. Baldwin tweets about naming their children after yoga poses; Thomas tweets that her fiancé is a very good kisser.
Still, when she was asked to elaborate on her relationship in more than 140 characters, Thomas clammed up and looked at her publicist, who was hovering nearby.
“I’m just so careful about my personal life because of how invasive it can feel,” she said, admitting that the paparazzi are “annoying” and that she called out two staffers from the New York Daily News when one of them started snapping pictures of her engagement ring during yoga class.
At the film festival’s opening night at Cannes, Thomas wore a flowing black gown with her hair tucked back in a tidy bun. After a volley of camera flashes, a tuxedo-clad Baldwin turned, grinned, and scooped her up in his arms, carrying his yogi up the stairs of the Palais. Minutes later, she tweeted a photo of the fairy-tale moment: “Cannes…@alecbaldwin is my hero.”
Thomas was raised between Mallorca and Boston, and studied flamenco dancing, ballet, and gymnastics as a young girl before she began competing seriously in Latin ballroom dancing at age 13. After moving to New York City to study art history and dance at New York University, she took her first yoga class in 2005. At the end of that class, the instructor asked if she would like to apprentice under him. “Two weeks later, I started teaching yoga,” she said. In January 2010, she opened Yoga Vida with Michael Patton, a former Bear Stearns broker.
“The dance world is wonderful, but it doesn’t give you a very healthy outlook on life,” she said, explaining that she was 15 pounds thinner when she was dancing.
Yoga Vida’s 65-minute, Vinyasa-style classes offer an invigorating workout, with an emphasis on mind-body awareness. “Yoga is ultimately about being present, and I don’t believe being present is clearing your mind and thinking about rainbows and sunflowers,” Thomas said, adding that she doesn’t chant or om like more traditional yogis. Thomas attributed her knowledge of the body to years of dancing and studying somatic experience, or trauma healing. “I broke my hip because of dancing and too much exercise,” she said.
Thomas’s attractiveness and her charisma make her a natural fit for television, but students say she is also a nurturing mentor.
“She is a truly skilled yoga teacher, but Hilaria’s real talent is that you would never know how sophisticated she is. Her classes are easy to understand and very clearly structured,” Virginia Patton, 58, told The Daily Beast.
Back at Caramoor, the cameras were about to start rolling when Hilaria shuffled onto the set, shivering in tight black yoga capris and a turquoise sports bra. Her bare midriff revealed a belly-button ring.
“Good thing I got a tan in Palm Beach last week!” she squealed. Thomas and Baldwin have not yet announced a wedding date, but no one’s taking any chances. When a representative for PlumTV wanted to settle on a title for the new show, she whispered to Thomas’s publicist to ask whether her last name would be different by the time the segment airs in a few weeks. They settled on “Hilaria.”
When asked about what her future holds, Thomas said, “I have no idea where I’ll be five years from now. That’s not how my mind works.”
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Multimedia journalist with nearly 10 years’ experience in mainstream media in Bangladesh with a background in investigative journalism and environmental, political and human rights reporting.
Envisions an efficient DNCC
Tabith Awal, BNP’s mayoral candidate for the DNCC polls, says if elected, he will work for a facelift of the capital and give his best to improve the city’s environment and air quality.
Change Maker: Making life a little easier for farmers
As a farmer’s wife in a remote village of Lalmonirhat, Aklima Begum’s life was never easy. She and her husband used to grow rice in her 90-decimal land in Ramdash village in the district. With the crop, they could hardly meet the expenditures of her seven-member family.
Plastic it is not
A Bangladeshi company is producing biodegradable packaging from an unlikely source material -- corn or maze -- with the aim of offering a suitable alternative to polythene bags, which survive in soil for several hundred years and leave devastating impacts on the environment.
BD Clean’s fight against plastic pollution
Plastic was invented to make daily life easy. But over the time it has become a big threat to human and environment. BD Clean, a youth organisation, is working on cleaning plastic wastes in different cities of the country and making people aware about it.
Lone Govt Cancer Hospital: X-ray machine lies idle for 2 decades
In 1998, the authorities of National Institute of Cancer Research and Hospital (NICRH) bought an X-ray machine imported from Germany.
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Reachstacker to aid in containerised lithium transport
Posted by David Sexton | 24th April, 2019
A reachstacker that is set to be deployed in WA. Credit: Liebherr
HELPING transport containerised lithium hydroxide is the aim of a recent decision by a Western Australian business to order a new reachstacker from Liebherr.
The LRS 545 Reachstacker has been ordered by Tianqi Lithium which operates a new lithium hydroxide plant in the Kwinana Industrial Area, south of Perth.
The device is set to go into operation in July and is part of a package that also includes two Liebherr XPower wheel loaders.
Tianqi Lithium is currently in the process of bringing its new Kwinana plant on line, which at full production is to produce 48,000 tonnes a year of lithium hydroxide.
The lithium hydroxide is a lithium compound derived from spodumene, a lithium-containing mineral that is extracted in Greenbushes, 250km southwest of Kwinana.
One of the main tasks of the new reachstacker is to prepare the lithium hydroxide, which is stored in containers, for transport all over the world.
“It’s great to get one of our new machines into Australia,” said general manager of Liebherr Australia maritime division Gordon Clark.
“We’ve been in talks with Tianqi for some time now, and it’s great that they’ve put their trust in us.”
The new machine has a front row capacity of 45 tonnes and can reach up to five containers high.
Tianqi general manager Phil Thick said they were looking forward to getting the new facility fully on line and producing.
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Suzuki a shining light in bleak new vehicle market
August 14, 2019 southcapenetRegular Columns
Brian Joss – Suzuki South Africa remains a beacon of light in an otherwise bleak new vehicle market.
The Japanese vehicle manufacturer beat all expectations to grow its total sales to 1 577 new vehicles in July, setting a new all-time sales record in the process. This figure is 6.6% higher than Suzuki’s previous sales record of 1 479 units, set in June this year, and it places Suzuki in position number nine in the overall Top 10 vehicle sales ranking.
By beating all market expectations, Suzuki has grown its share to 3.4% of the overall market and 5.03% of the passenger vehicle market. It also means that Suzuki will welcome its 75 000th customer in August, just over a decade after it opened its doors in the country.
The National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa) reported that overall vehicle sales continue to decline. In July, it recorded total industry sales of 46 077 cars, commercial vehicles and busses, which is 3.7% lower than in the same month last year, and equally down by 3.7% over the yearto-date figure of 2018.
Overall, the passenger vehicle market has shown the greatest decline, with sales dropping by 8.2% over the corresponding month last year. In contrast, Suzuki’s passenger vehicle range grew by 23.9% compared to July 2018.
“Suzuki has been following a very optimistic strategy,” says André Venter, divisional manager of sales and marketing at Suzuki Auto South Africa. “As the market has shrunk, we invested in new dealers and new products, with the firm belief that people tend to recognise and choose good value for money products when money is tight.”
According to Venter, Suzuki has also benefitted from several new product introductions. The Swift and Jimny were both recognised as category-winners at the 2019 Auto Trader SAGMJ Car of the Year Awards and both have become top sellers for the brand.
In July, 635 people bought a new Swift, and 81 lucky buyers collected the keys to their new Jimny 4x4s. Other models that sold well include the Celerio (255 units), Ignis (164 units) and Ertiga (127 units).
“In August, our dealers will also take delivery of the first Swift Sport and Vitara Turbo models. We know that there is a large pent-up demand for these turbocharged models and look forward to handing over the keys to customers who have been patiently waiting for them,” says Venter.
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Rachel Goenka gives traditional sweets a contemporary makeover
Aparna Narrain
Her first cookbook, Adventures with Mithai, has recipes ranging from ras kadam cheesecake to kaju katli truffles
The foundation of Rachel Goenka’s first cookbook, Adventures with Mithai, was laid seven years ago when she started European restaurant The Sassy Spoon in Mumbai.
Talking over phone with MetroPlus, the Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, says, “Every Diwali, I would come up with a specific festive menu. The desserts would be predominantly Indian with a contemporary flair to them, similar to the recipes you see in the book. But the recipes I had at The Sassy Spoon were plated desserts and you can’t expect a home-baker to do that. It was a challenging yet rewarding process, adapting Indian ingredients, especially sweets, to a Western palate and balancing those flavours.”
The book is aimed at those who want to re-purpose the boxes of sweets they received or bought during the festive season, or those who want an unconventional yet traditional dessert table, or even just want to introduce mithai to others in a more familiar way.
Comprising 50 recipes, the book is sorted into desserts, cheesecakes and cakes, truffles, macarons, ice creams, kulfis and sorbets. The book has a lot to satiate the adventurous pastry enthusiast: from the lemongrass panna cotta with vermicelli kheer, and Mysore pak and tender coconut domes to the ras kadam cheesecake, kaju katli truffles and rasmalai ice cream.
On how she decided on which mithai would find a place in her book, Rachel says, “The book actually had to be a representation of India. It couldn’t just be sweets that were predominantly, say from Kolkata or Gujarat. I purposely didn’t use something like a jalebi because it’s overdone. But I tried to cover as much of India as possible. Obviously, there was so much more I could do, but [the question was also] could those sweets actually translate into a contemporary dessert. There was a lot of trial and error. I also looked at which mithai was easily available to people.”
This means that not only is there an rasmalai and elaneer (coconut) pudding from the South, there is also a bitter chocolate nap naang (a black rice pudding from Nagaland).
On whether one needs to have some level of skill to follow the recipes in her book, Rachel clarifies, “Not really. Someone who has baked a cake two or three times can easily execute any of these recipes. Keeping in mind that the book is for a home baker who is interested in playing around with mithai and doing something with it.”
But is the book only for those who like their sweets… well, sweet? Or can calorie watchers also enjoy them? Says Rachel, “I have a recipe for a granola bar. The nap naang is extremely healthy too with black rice and dark chocolate.”
While Rachel states that Mysore pak is her favourite, there is also an ode to childhood in the form of the Jim Jam macaron. She laughs, “People love the Jim Jam macaron. But my favourite is the Kashmiri Kahwa tea macaron because it actually tastes like a cup of Kahwa tea.”
(Rachel Goenka’s Adventures with Mithai is priced at ₹899)
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Can city afford to lose Sanjeevaiah Park?
T. Lalith Singh
HYDERABAD:, December 09, 2014 23:07 IST
Rose Garden at Sanjeevaiah Park in Hyderabad. Photo: Satyanarayana Gola | Photo Credit: SATYA NARAYANA GOLA
Any construction inside the park will bring doom to its vast flora and fauna.
While welcoming the idea of setting up an iconic tower, which might be the world’s tallest one, in the city, environmentalists expressed concern over the decision to locate it in Sanjeevaiah Park along Hussainsagar.
Spread over 90 acres, the park happens to be one of the greenest strip in the heart of city and acts as the much needed lung space, most pointed out.
Apart from having a rich collection of a variety of plant species, it is also known for its breeding ground for winged creatures and a favoured spot for the migratory birds.
For its vast and varied collection of plants and trees, some rank the park as among the best in the country in terms of diversity. There must be some 25,000 to 30,000 varieties of plants of all sizes representing at least 2,000 species and this makes the park one of the best, says an official on condition of anonymity.
“Any sort of concretisation even in a part of the park will sound the death knell for one of the most pristine environs here,” he points out.
Stretching along the foreshore of Hussainsagar, Sanjeevaiah Park was opened in the early 1970s. It has a cycad garden, fragrance garden, rose garden, aquatic species garden, palm garden and Pavithra Vanam, a compilation of sacred plants.
Cactus and succulent section has an envious collection of species and varieties collected not only from different parts of the country, but also few Mexican and African varieties, an avid gardener says.
“We are not opposing tall towers, but only suitability of location. Sanjeevaiah Park definitely is not the place to be converted into a concrete park,” says M. Veda Kumar, president of Forum for Better Hyderabad.
The city is already starved of lung space and it would get further stressed out if one of the greenest parts here were destroyed, he argues.
The honorary secretary of Bird Watchers Society, Shafaat Ulla, too echoes similar sentiments and questions, “Why spoil such a green and serene space in the city’s heart when there are so many other alternate locations that could be scouted for towers?”
Apart from the plants and trees, a lot of other creatures living here would be affected. Says Mr. Shafaat Ulla, “By converting it into a concrete jungle you will be displacing a lot of life from green hoppers, beetle, fireflies, butterflies to birds. So much of life existing here will disappear”.
Birds @ Sanjeevaiah Parks
Grey Hornbill
Paradise flycatcher
Migratory ducks
Some of the Plants @ Sanjeevaiah Park
Saraca asoca
Mesua ferrea
Diospyros
Red sanders
Filicium
Pterospermum
Cacti and succulents @ Sanjeevaiah Park:
Agave – 25 varieties
Aloe – 10 varieties
Baobob – 8 species
Moringa – 3 species
Euphorbia – 30 varieties
Pedilanthus – 8 varieties
Adenium – 25 varieties
Cycad – 45 species
Plumeria – 70 varieties
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The novel begins with the Wizarding world's celebration of the downfall of Lord Voldemort, an evil, powerful and cruel Dark wizard. After he killed Lily and James Potter, Voldemort attempted to murder their one-year-old son, Harry. The magical curse rebounded and destroyed Voldemort's body, leaving only a lightning-bolt scar on Harry's forehead. Harry is placed in the care of his Muggle (non-wizard) relatives, the Dursley family.
The book skips the next ten years and resumes shortly before Harry's eleventh birthday. The Dursleys had kept Harry's heritage from him. However, the truth comes in the form of Rubeus Hagrid and Harry gets to know that he is a Wizard and has been accepted at Hogwarts and is to start at the school that fall. One month later, Harry takes the train to Hogwarts from Platform Nine and Three Quarters at King's Cross Station. On the train, Harry sits with Ron Weasley. They are visited briefly by Neville Longbottom and Hermione Granger who are in search of Neville's missing toad, Trevor. Later on in the journey, Draco Malfoy comes into Harry and Ron's compartment with his friends Crabbe and Goyle and introduces himself to Harry. After Ron laughs at Draco's name, Draco offers Harry friendship, but Harry declines.
About the Author J K Rowling:
Joanne Rowling was born in South Gloucestershire, England on 31 July 1965, on the outskirts of Bristol. There is some confusion as to exactly where; Rowling has said she was born in Chipping Sodbury, whereas her birth certificate apparently claims she was born in the Cottage Hospital at Yate. Her sister Di was born when Rowling was almost two . The family moved to Winterbourne, Bristol when Rowling was four, and then to Tutshill, near Chepstow, Wales at the age of nine. She attended secondary school at Wyedean School and College. In December 1990, Rowling's mother succumbed to a decade-long battle with multiple sclerosis.
After studying French and Classics at the University of Exeter, with a year of study in Paris, she moved to London to work as a researcher and bilingual secretary for Amnesty International. During this period she had the idea for a story of a young boy attending a school of wizardry while she was on a four-hour, delayed train trip between Manchester and London. When she had reached her destination, she began writing immediately .
Rowling then moved to Portugal to teach English as a foreign language. While there, she married Portuguese television journalist Jorge Arantes on 16 October 1992. They had one child, Jessica Isabel, before divorcing in 1993. Their daughter was named after Rowling's heroine, Jessica Mitford.
In December, 1994, she and her daughter moved to be near her sister in Edinburgh. Unemployed and living on state benefits, she completed her first novel, doing some of the work in local Edinburgh cafes whenever she could get Jessica to fall asleep. There was a rumour that she wrote in local cafés in order to escape from her unheated flat, but in a 2001 BBC interview Rowling remarked, "I am not stupid enough to rent an unheated flat, in Edinburgh, in mid-winter; it had heating"
In 1995, Rowling completed her manuscript for Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone on an old manual typewriter. Upon the enthusiastic response of Bryony Evans, a young reader who had been asked to review the book's first three chapters, the Fulham-based Christopher Little Literary Agents agreed to represent Rowling in her quest for a publisher. The book was handed to twelve publishing houses, all of which rejected it. . A year later she was finally given the greenlight (and a £1500 advance) by the editor Barry Cunningham from the small publisher Bloomsbury. Although Cunningham happily agreed to publish the book, he claims he advised her to get a day job, as she had little chance of making money in children's books. She then received an £8000 grant from the Scottish Arts Council to enable her to continue writing. The following spring, an auction was held in the United States for the rights to publish the novel, and was won by Scholastic Inc, who paid Rowling more than 0,000. Rowling has said she "nearly died" when she heard the news. In June, 1997, Bloomsbury published Philosopher's Stone with an intial print run of only 1000 copies, 500 of which were distributed to libraries. Today, such copies are valued at between £16,000 and £25,000 each. Five months later it won its first award, a Nestle Smarties Book Prize. In February, the novel won the prestigious British Book Award for Children's Book of the Year, and, later the Children's Book Award. In October 1998, Scholastic published Philosopher's Stone in the States under the title of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, a change Rowling now claims she regrets and would have fought if she had been in a better position at the time. .
In December 1999, the third Harry Potter novel, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban,won the Smarties Prize, in the process making Rowling the first person to win the award three times running. She later withdrew the fourth Harry Potter novel from contention to allow other books a fair chance. In January, 2000, Prisoner of Azkaban won the inaugural Whitbread Children's Book of the Year award, though it narrowly lost the Book of the Year prize to Seamus Heaney's translation of Beowulf. That June, the Queen honored Rowling by making her an Officer of the Order of the British Empire.
Rowling has stated that she plans to continue writing after the publication of the final Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, In an interview with Stephen Fry in 2005, Rowling claimed that she would much prefer to write any subsequent books under a pseudonym; however she conceded to Jeremy Paxman in 2003 that if she did, the press would probably "find out in seconds." In 2006, Rowling revealed that she had finished writing a few short stories and another children's book (a "political fairy story") about a monster, aimed at a younger audience than Harry Potter readers.
She is not planning to write an eighth Harry Potter book, and has stated, "I can't say I'll never write another book about that world just because I think, what do I know, in ten years' time I might want to return to it but I think it's unlikely." However, Rowling has said she will be writing an encyclopaedia of Harry Potter's wizarding world consisting of various unpublished material and notes. Any profits from such a book would be given to charity. During a news conference at Hollywood's Kodak Theatre in 2007, Rowling, when asked how the encyclopaedia was coming along, said, "It's not coming along, and I haven't started writing it. I never said it was the next thing I'd do." As of the end of 2007, Rowling has said that the encyclopaedia could take up to ten years to complete, stating "There is no point in doing it unless it is amazing. The last thing I want to do is to rush something out".
In July 2007, Rowling said that she wants to dedicate "lots" of her time to her family, but is currently "sort of writing two things", one for children and the other for adults. She did not give any details about the two projects but did state that she was excited because the two book situation reminded her of writing the Philosopher's Stone, explaining how she was then writing two books until Harry took over. She stated in October 2007 that her future work was unlikely to be in the fantasy genre, explaining, "I think probably I've done my fantasy....it would be incredibly difficult to go out and create another world that didn't in some way overlap with Harry's or maybe borrow a little too much from Harry." In November 2007, Rowling said that she was working on another book, a "half-finished book for children that I think will probably be the next thing I publish." In March 2008, Rowling confirmed that her "political fairy tale" for children was nearing completion.
In March 2008, Rowling revealed in interview that she had returned to writing in Edinburgh cafés, intent on composing a new novel for children. "I will continue writing for children because that's what I enjoy," she told The Daily Telegraph. "I am very good at finding a suitable café; I blend into the crowd and, of course, I don't sit in the middle of the bar staring all around me."
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Meet Pam and Rebecca
Pam and Rebecca are Macmillan Breast Reconstruction Clinical Nurse Specialists at the Queen Victoria Hospital and also run a monthly clinic as Micropigmentation Practitioners at The McIndoe Centre.
Breast reconstruction nurses Pam Golton and Rebecca Spencer accompany patients on their entire journey through the process of breast reconstruction – from the first hospital appointment, through surgery, to when they leave hospital and beyond.
When a patient is diagnosed with breast cancer, if the cancer is in a large area of the breast, has spread throughout the breast or if the breast is full of pre-cancerous cells, then a mastectomy, an operation to remove the breast, will be recommended. You may be offered breast reconstruction surgery, if appropriate.
Pam and Rebecca work closely with the entire breast care team at the hospital including a psychological therapy team which enables patients to access psychological and emotional support while they cope with the impact of breast cancer on their lives. In addition, they both have active roles within the breast reconstruction charity Restore.
Pam explained: “Breast reconstruction is a long journey and we are there to help co-ordinate and guide the patient through that. As soon as a patient is referred, we send out an information pack so that even before they are seen in outpatients, they can begin to digest the enormous amount of information that surrounds breast reconstruction.”
Patients wanting more support in the decision-making process can go along to a meeting of Restore where they can meet other women who have undergone breast reconstruction and see for themselves the different types of reconstruction.
Rebecca said: “We then go on to support patients in the outpatient clinic appointments when they meet their surgeons, in the pre-assessment department, on the ward after surgery and via telephone consultations on discharge from hospital. We are always available by phone or email and happy to answer any questions or concerns at any stage.”
They added: “Our job is very rewarding. Patients are the focus of everything we do and we strive to always give them the best experience possible. We have just won a staff award for outstanding patient experience after we were nominated by our patients and we felt so humbled and proud to feel that we have made a difference to these ladies’ lives and helped them through a very traumatic time.”
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Driving Volvo’s 6×2 with Adaptive Loading
by James Menzies
Adaptive Loading
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Volvo has raised not only the axle, but also the bar, when it comes to 6x2 technologies, providing handling and safety enhancements in addition to fuel economy improvements
HEYBURN, Idaho — Just as 6×2 tractor configurations were beginning to see renewed interest and more widespread adoption, Volvo has advanced the concept with a new 6×2 with liftable forward axle that provides even greater fuel savings and much better handling in adverse weather.
Volvo Trucks demonstrated last week its new 6×2 with Adaptive Loading on a run between Brigham City, Utah and Heyburn, Idaho. While Volvo’s previously available 6×2 tag axles maintained contact with the ground at all times, its Adaptive Loading system raises the dead axle when lightly loaded to operate in a 4×2 configuration.
Doing so reduces rolling resistance for improved fuel economy but also provides a smoother, safer ride thanks to the system’s ability to adjust load distribution based on the weight of the load. When the truck is lightly loaded, the forward axle raises four inches to operate in 4×2 mode. I drove a Volvo VNM day cab with a gross weight of 34,820 lbs, axle up, and the handling was excellent. With the axle raised, you get the benefit of a longer wheelbase and the system automatically shifts the optimal weight to the steer axle for improved steering. The driven axle maintains a better footprint with the road surface because it’s not sharing the load with the tag axle as it would in a traditional 6×2, or with another drive axle as would be the case with a 6×4.
Customer who have experience with Volvo’s 6×2 with Adaptive Loading told visiting journalists that the handling improvements are more pronounced in adverse weather, and cite safety as one of the primary advantages of the system.
Shane Law of Blackfoot, Idaho-based Alpine Logistics Group, recalled pulling an empty trailer in heavy rain when he considered stopping. But when he raised the forward axle, more weight was transferred to the steer axle, the wheelbase was effectively extended and “It was just like dry roads,” he said.
“We won’t go back to 6x4s,” added Gene Brice, owner of Idaho Milk Transport, citing the same safety benefits. “The safety advantage is too much.”
Chris Stadler, product marketing manager, regional haul applications with Volvo, said the system always provides optimum traction, because it dynamically shifts the weight of the load to the appropriate end points. It does this within the framework of the regulations, so it won’t overload the steer axle, which is rated at 12,500 to 14,600 lbs. The system is entirely automated and doesn’t allow the driver to raise the liftable axle when the truck is heavily loaded, which Volvo says satisfies regulatory requirements aimed at preventing abuse or misuse that could cause infrastructure damage.
Joel Morrow of Ploger Transportation demonstrates the ease of cranking the landing gear thanks to the liftable suspension.
The liftable axle, provided by Link Manufacturing, is rated at 20,000 lbs. The Adaptive Loading spec’ also features: Volvo’s D11 or D13 engine (rated at 405 hp/1,550 lb.-ft. or 425 hp/1,750 lb.-ft., respectively); the I-Shift automated manual transmission with premium shifter; as well as Volvo’s VEST stability system and Hill Start Assist. It’s approved for GCWs of up to 90,000 lbs.
In addition to providing improved drivability and greater safety, Volvo’s Adaptive Loading system also provides the efficiency benefits inherent in a 6×2 axle configuration. The non-driven axle reduces vehicle weight by about 300 lbs. This can be converted into payload or will translate into a fuel economy improvement.
Bulk haulers that take advantage of the increased payload still see fuel economy savings, due to the reduced friction and parasitic losses that result from eliminating a set of gears and also improved rolling resistance which occurs due to the optimized weight distribution. In some bulk applications, the 300-lb weight savings can generate the revenue of one additional load per year, Volvo claims.
Volvo says its customers using Adaptive Loading are seeing fuel economy gains of 3-5% compared to a 6×4. Those already using traditional 6x2s with non-liftable tag axles are seeing some modest fuel economy improvements over those systems as well. More than 100 such trucks have been produced, even though Adaptive Loading doesn’t officially go into production until next year. Two Canadian fleets are among those using the system today.
Of course, some provinces – namely Ontario, Quebec and B.C. – take a dim view of 6×2 systems with load-shifting capabilities, so consult your local regulations before placing an order. Note, the liftable axle makes it more difficult to fly below enforcement’s radar, if you’re inclined to do so.
Volvo officials said they continue to work with provincial regulators to explain the benefits of 6x2s and to educate them on the safeguards against misuse that have been built into the systems.
Some customers are citing a savings of 0.8 cents per mile in fuel, which translates to about $2,000 per year, Stadler said. For Ploger Transportation based in Bellevue, Ohio, the total savings amount to about $11,000 annually per vehicle, according to Joel Morrow, whose general freight operation is among the most mainstream of those we chatted with in Idaho.
“Our focus is efficiency,” he said. “We are a small carrier, we have no economies of scale working for us. The only thing we have is efficiency and without it, we’re dead in the water. Fuel mileage is a matter of pride with us and we like to think we’re one of the best companies out there in terms of fuel mileage.”
Morrow read about the widespread use of 6x2s with liftable axles in Europe and approached every North American OEM in pursuit of a partner that would work with his company to bring the technology here.
“None of them were even willing to look at it,” he said. “Volvo is the only one that said ‘Okay, let’s go, let’s do this’.”
Ploger’s trucks are loaded about 90% of the time – normally to about 60,000 lbs GVW – and often operate in bad weather. Morrow said fuel economy has improved, he’s able to get 265,000 miles on a set of steer tires and the trucks have helped with driver retention. The trucks have achieved 30-day moving averages of greater than 10 mpg, Morrow said. Productivity has improved as well, he added, since the system simplifies the coupling and decoupling process. The suspension can be raised two inches, which can help free landing gear feet that are stuck in ice or soft surfaces and makes it easier to crank up the legs. The load-shifting capability also means trucks can produce greater traction on slippery surfaces than traditional 6x4s.
“We’ve increased productivity 20% across the board,” Morrow said. “That was the most surprising thing. Most of that occurred during the winter months – guys weren’t getting stuck and they could get in and out of places.”
Fleets that haul diminishing loads or that frequently run empty are likely to see the greatest benefits, since they’ll spend more time operating with the liftable axle raised. These fleets can combine Adaptive Loading with Adaptive Gearing for further efficiency gains. Adaptive Gearing locks out 12th gear and operates in direct drive when loaded but allows for the use of 12th gear in overdrive when light or empty. Customers using Adaptive Gearing can also program in different maximum speeds based on the gross combination weight of the vehicle.
Volvo recommends an optimized tire package on its Adaptive Loading spec’ that will normally place a steer or trailer tire on the liftable axle. Alpine’s Law said he’s convinced he won’t have to replace the tires on his liftable axle until he’s ready to sell the truck, which runs empty 65% of the time.
Volvo’s Stadler said it’s not unusual for fleets to save one set of tires per year, and the benefits extend to other positions beyond the liftable axle. The steer and drive tires last longer too, Stadler pointed out, because they maintain a better footprint with the pavement and see less scuffing and irregular wear. There are other maintenance savings to be considered as well, such as longer brake life on the liftable axle. Volvo’s standard spec’ features disc brakes on the steer axle and drums on the other positions.
Load-shifting is carried out by Volvo’s proprietary control module and is entirely automated with no driver input required. The driver can, however, adjust the traction control mode based on driving conditions. Inside the cab a rocker switch allows for the selection of three traction control modes: Optimized Traction provides optimum weight distribution based on the weight of the load, biasedly balancing the weight of the axles; Enhanced Traction mode will place more weight on the driven axle, ideal for when extra traction is required (ie. when launching, climbing a grade or in slippery conditions); and Basic Traction mode distributes the weight equally across the tandem axles (ideal for loading/unloading or long-term parking).
Volvo plans to continue offerings its current 6×2 with non-lifting tag axle, but fleets we spoke to said it will likely “discontinue itself” over time, as the benefits of the liftable axle are superior. Ploger’s Morrow said a traditional 6×2 is “acceptable, not exceptional” because you “don’t get the wheelbase advantage.”
Clay Handy of Handy Truck Line based in Paul, Idaho, said the only challenge currently with Volvo’s 6×2 with Adaptive Loading is getting enough of them into the fleet, since it’s not yet in full production. Those are some pretty strong endorsements from some pretty no-nonsense fleets that meticulously track their costs.
Driving a loaded Volvo VNL with sleeper cab back to Brigham City, Utah was an unremarkable experience; it drove like any other I-Shift-equipped VN, which is to say, extremely comfortably. The truck felt well balanced and it steered and braked nicely. But it’s with a light load or no load – and counterintuitively, in bad weather – that the Adaptive Loading system really shines, according to its everyday users.
Six-by-twos, once seen as a niche specification that can deliver modest fuel economy gains, now provide the added benefits of superior handling and improved safety.
Notwithstanding archaic regulations in some Canadian provinces that prohibit the use of 6x2s based on outdated perceptions, Volvo has raised not only the axle, but also the bar when it comes to 6×2 technologies.
James Menzies
James Menzies is editor of Truck News magazine. He has been covering the Canadian trucking industry for more than 15 years and holds a CDL. Reach him at james@newcom.ca or follow him on Twitter at @JamesMenzies.
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3 Comments » for Driving Volvo’s 6×2 with Adaptive Loading
Hi-regarding archaic regulations in BC. Volvo should try this application during winter conditions, in British Columbia with a “seasoned ” Professional Driver, before you voice your opinion. I realize you possess a Class 1 license,but you are not a Mechanic or “seasoned” operator!
Murray Kennedy says:
I have been running a Volvo 6X2 in Ontario for 4 years. You need to try one before you judge them it is far better in winter than your 6X4 with a power divider
Arnold de Best says:
I wanna buy a 860 but it has 38000 lb axels is that worse than 40000 or doesn’t it make no sense??
Driving the new Mercedes Metris mid-size commercial van
Driving Kenworth’s ever-evolving T880
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Coral reef grows off Sydney beach as warmer waters attract tropical fish
The record-breaking warm water threatening the Great Barrier Reef is having unforeseen consequences further south.
Just off Manly's popular beaches, a sub-tropical coral species is thriving.
The ABC reports that in the waters of Manly's Shelly Beach, just 10 kilometres from Sydney's CBD, scientists are in search of tropical fish.
Marine ecology professor David Booth says in the last few years that scientists have been looking "we've seen massive changes offshore and inshore in terms of the tropical arrivals".
Tropical fish like the sergeant major and the dusky butterfly fish are calling the harbour city home.
Initially, very few would survive the cool winter temperatures, but now they're pulling through.
"We've seen over 100 species arriving here, and probably five or six of them are the key ones so far that have managed to last until the next year," Mr Booth said.
Sydney's winter waters have increased by 1.5 degrees since 1920, and that's one reason the tropical fish can now survive so far south.
The other is that their coral homes are spreading.
Just 50 metres from the shore, large sheets of Pocillopora coral are growing, a discovery first made in 1915.
Australia's federal government says "it remains committed to changing the outlook" for the Great Barrier Reef. The government is spending over $1 billion on various initiatives.
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2018 ProSales Excellence Award Winner, Grand, Education: TW Perry
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The flow of new techniques and products in construction is constant. What may have been a best practice 20 years ago today could be seen as unsafe and inefficient.
The team at TW Perry sees a critical need to keep customers connected with all the latest industry insights and developments, so they've implemented a robust, year-round education program that features a wide breadth of engagement activities.
"When I started at TW Perry 13 years ago, we had a few training days and had a lot of customer appreciation days," says Jen Purdy, marketing manager. "I said, 'Customers appreciate the training.' I really tried to help expand the educational program that we offered and really focus on it."
Purdy and her assistant plan each year's events in advance, stocking the calendar with training sessions such as "Contractor College" or "Architectural Workshops." Topics are chosen from customer feedback and the TW Perry team's input, with new courses being evaluated all the time. But some events, including the "Building Sciences" class, are contractor favorites and have been "keepers" for years.
"We're seeing quite a few return people," Purdy says. The building science class is almost [up to] 10. That's at the same location every year. The '[Gary] Katz Roadshow' and Contractor College' move around."
Images Courtesy TW PerryA flier for one of TW Perry's Contractor College programs in 2018.
Teams at local TW Perry locations participate in the events, and attendees register with information about whether they've come before and whether they're a current customer. This helps facilitate networking and also allows local general managers to follow up with potential leads.
While the classes benefit contractors, product manufacturers enjoy taking part as well, getting in front of contractors and displaying their new productsand expertise.
Images Courtesy TW PerryA flier from one of TW Perry's 2018 Contractor College programs.
"A lot of times, the vendors are more excited [to attend than the contractors]," Purdy says. "If I can get the vendors excited to support an event, I know that event will be successful.
"Most vendors, if they've attended an event and it was good for them, the next year they'll attend again," Purdy continues. "If it's a new vendor, sometimes we'll let them attend for free, and then next year you can pay for your table. I also do a survey of vendors at the end of the year."
Each event caters to contractors to help them build or reinforce valuable skills that will be usable on a jobsite. Continued strong attendance for the programs is evidence that the approach is a winning formula. However, it can't hurt that TW Perry has also developed a reputation among contractors for providing some of the best food at its classes and events, something the ProSales Excellence Awards judges took note of and something Purdy feels is important to draw folks in.
"We're sort of known for offering good food at our events. I definitely think it's important; it's an added incentive."
But the real draw is the educational content, something that keeps pros coming back year after year, learning from some of the best in the business.
Some companies have been so impressed by TW Perry's classes that they also send over new hires to learn from them, something Purdy encourages and actively works towards.
"The past couple of events, some companies have brought in some young guys who were new to the trade. I [also] invited the local trade schools to come to the installs; we like to see the younger folks."
With about 50 events per year and half of those dedicated to training, TW Perry has a stocked calendar annually and shows no signs of slowing down. Through its educational efforts, the company is able to build strong bonds with customers while helping them bolster their businesses with new skills and greater knowledge.
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Brigidine College St Ives was opened by the Brigidine Sisters in 1954. It is an independent Catholic secondary school for girls, committed in its Mission to inspire girls “to value learning, to be true to themselves and to honour their spiritual heritage”.
The College motto, Fortiter et Suaviter, points to the qualities of ‘strength and gentleness’ fostered in the young women who attend the College.
The student population is approx. 900; with total staff of about 145.
Brigidine College is governed by Kildare Ministries, one of ten Colleges and three Community Works in Australia.
In 1999, Brigidine College was incorporated as a Company Limited by Guarantee and a Board of Directors was appointed with responsibility for the governance of the College.
In 2014 the Brigidine Sisters of NSW and Victoria with the Presentation Sisters of Victoria launched the Trustees of Kildare Ministries (Kildare Ministries). The Board of Directors of Brigidine College are appointed by Kildare Ministries to govern the College in the areas of education, financial, property and employment responsibilities and to plan for the ongoing development of the College. The Board is also responsible for the Catholic ethos and mission of the College.
The Principal of the College is appointed by the Board and is charged with the responsibility of leading and administering the College.
Kildare Ministries
Kildare Ministries comprises the educational and community works formerly governed by the New South Wales Province of the Brigidine Congregation, the Victorian Province of the Brigidine Congregation and the Presentation Congregation of Victoria. Kildare Ministries has received the authority to act as a Church body (Public Juridic Person).
Additional information (including the strategic plan ‘Towards 2020’ and Annual Reports) can be viewed by visiting the Brigidine College website at https://www.brigidine.nsw.edu.au
To learn more about Kildare Ministries please visit http://www.kildareministries.org.au/our-story.html
You can also visit https://www.youtube.com/user/BrigidineStIves/videos to access a range of videos featuring some of the many aspects of Brigidine College life.
Position Title: Principal
Reports to: College Board Chair
Position Context and Purpose
Brigidine College inspires girls to value learning, to be true to themselves and to honour their spiritual heritage. It challenges young women to act in the world with strength and gentleness.
The Principal is the leader of the Brigidine College community and works with the staff, students, parents and other stakeholders to ensure that quality education is provided in the Catholic, Kildare Ministries and the Brigidine tradition.
The Principal has a deep personal commitment to the values and Catholic principles of the College and works to give expression to the Mission and Vision of the College in its Catholic and Brigidine traditions through the development and implementation of a range of educational programs, faith experiences and pastoral services.
The Principal has professional and personal attributes that enable them to influence others to enhance their practice. They successfully lead initiatives that make a positive contribution to the wellbeing of the school. The Principal has the ability to provide strategic direction and lead a multi-faceted team.
Mission – leadership of and commitment to the Catholic ethos and spiritual life of the College
Leadership in Education –by promoting learning and a striving towards excellence in all areas in the College
Leadership in Administration –working collaboratively with the Board and Kildare Ministries
Leadership in Community –giving a high priority to the pastoral care of staff and students; and supporting the professional development of staff
A full position description will be provided to people at a later stage of the recruitment process.
Initial Priorities
Stage 1 Implementation of the College Master Plan
Evaluate the current Strategic Plan and plan for the development of a new Strategic Plan
Follow up on NSW Curriculum Review
An organisation chart will be provided at a later stage of the recruitment process.
Reason for Vacancy
After 10 years of outstanding leadership, the College Principal, Jane Curran, is retiring at the end of 2019.
It is anticipated the new College Principal will commence for the start of the 2020 school year. Ideally the appointee will be available during Term 4 of 2019 to engage in some induction activities to assist with the smooth transition of leadership.
The College is located at 325 Mona Vale Road, St Ives, on the Upper North Shore of Sydney.
The details and terms and conditions of appointment will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
The Principal will be appointed with an ongoing contract, with reviews at set times as recommended by the AIS NSW.
Reasonable relocation assistance (if required) will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Before appointment, an applicant must complete a “Working With Children Check” through the Office of the Children’s Guardian – please visit https://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-organisations/working-with-children-check
We invite expressions of interest from people who align with the following:
A practising and committed Catholic, combined with the desire to learn and promote the Brigidine traditions
Experience in secondary education leadership roles, ideally within the Independent sector
This senior level experience will include success in:
Strategic leadership, having developed and delivered educational initiatives
Team management, including developing staff capability as well as managing issues with an ethical, considered and sensitive approach
Communication skills to inspire vision and purpose with a strong ability to lead the way forward
An understanding of the importance of culture and the ability to create a culture of confidence and trust to meet the needs of staff, students and parents and to connect with the local community
Postgraduate qualifications with a track record of ongoing personal and professional learning.
Are You Interested in This Opportunity?
If you are interested in this role, then simply complete the ‘Express Your Interest’ panel on this page; or email us at jobs@traksearch.com stating your interest and nominating ref number TS1401. Whichever you choose, please provide a brief resume and contact telephone number.
At this stage we do NOT ask you to address the selection criteria or provide an application document – just complete the panel on this page or send a brief email to Trak Search to indicate your interest in ‘Brigidine Principal TS1401’; and provide your brief resume and contact telephone number.
Any questions can be directed to either (a) our Director John Chesher by telephone (0417 068 220) or (b) email our office via jobs@traksearch.com. The timeline and details for this project are outlined below. All emails and applications are acknowledged within 48 hours.
Key dates are as follows:
Date of project launch/advertising Fri 29th/Sat 30th March
Latest anticipated date for applications Mon 22nd April
Review meeting & short listing Week commencing Monday 13th May
Anticipated date for client interviews Saturday 1st June
Final references; academic documents obtained Following client interviews
Follow up meetings/discussion Likely within 7 days of client interviews
The time taken from closing date until the client interview date is to ensure that people interested in the role are not inconvenienced due to prior commitments during the April term break and Easter period.
Trak Search has been instructed to provide a process that is welcoming for people interested in this role. Significant aspects include:
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A range of additional information will be provided to you as we progress through this process.
At the outset you will not be required to: complete an application form; provide a lengthy document to address the selection criteria; or supply referee details. However, you will be invited to supply us with additional information (verbally and in writing) as you progress through the process.
A late application could be accepted, providing it does not adversely impact other applications or the schedule. Please be aware however that any application received after close of business on the date noted above is more likely to be returned to you.
At the appropriate time we will seek written consent to speak with referees – listing referees on your resume does not signify consent to do so.
We expect to contact a work-related referee and a faith-based referee prior to shortlisting, with additional references completed later in the process. You should always expect that before reaching the final stage of the project, we will ask to speak with at least one person who has: directly managed you; recently; and for a significant period of time.
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This position is closed
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Into the 20’s – A Review of the Decade https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg 150 150 Simon O'Rourke Simon O'Rourke https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg January 18, 2020 January 18, 2020
As we start a new decade, we’ve been reflecting on the many changes that have happened personally and professionally over the last ten years. Professionally, it’s been a great decade with some fantastic opportunities and commissions. We’ve also met some amazing people and seen some wonderful places along the way. Before we move forward into the 20’s, we thought we would bring you our ‘review of the decade’. And, as we do, let us wish you a Happy New Year from all at Tree Carving.
Simon and Liz O’Rourke wish you a happy new year (and decade) on behalf of the Tree Carving team.
Review of the Decade: 2010
As we looked back, we could definitely see we didn’t use social media as much! And the technology we used definitely didn’t produce the kind of photos and videos we do today! But here is a look back at two competition pieces from that year, both taking second place. Neptune from the English Open Chainsaw competition, and a traditional miner from the Huskycup.
A quick glimpse at Simon’s awards shows that this was a good decade for competition, placing in most things he entered and winning seven awards. However, when it comes to competitions Simon says:
“Competitive sculpture has taught me a lot about completing work to a deadline. I have competed all over the world and although I have placed highly in many events, the most important thing to me is being happy with my own work.”
Two of the projects we chose as highlights from 2011 are The Giant Hand of Vrynwy, and the Somerset Tree.
At 50′ tall, it was no wonder the hand caught the attention of the local press, as you can see in the article by The Leader newspaper. Simon’s inspiration for the hand came from the name for the woodland area, which made reference to giants. Creating something on this scale reminded Simon how small we are compared to some of the living organisms on this planet. He described the experience as being very humbling!
The next project although tall still, was a little smaller in scale! Simon was commissioned by the Museum of Somerset to create this stunning tree for their new museum. Sourced from local wood, it stands proudly in the museum where it tells some of the area’s 400 million year history.
Another Huskycup entry! This time, the sculpture of “Christian and Mary”. Simon worked on this piece as part of ‘Team Europe’ with Tommy Craggs and Michael Tamoszus. They placed fourth overall, with some tough competition from a great bunch of talented artists. As we had a quick glimpse back at the Facebook album of the event it was lovely to be reminded of the support, encouragement and lovely comments.
For our 2013 highlight, we chose something a little different. During that year Simon created this incredible Alice in Wonderland booth for Steak of the Art in Bristol. Their vision is for the restaurant to be an ever-changing art gallery that compliments their delicious menu. As you can see from the photos in the case study Simon wrote, his booth more than fits their vision. Every single character is its own work of art, and with so much to see, although the piece doesn’t change, there is something new to notice each time you sit within it. Here we get a reflection of the changing technology too, with this timelapse video of its making!
2014 saw us receive a lot of publicity for two ‘guardians’.
The first was created for the ‘Pawtraits‘ series by Maria Slough, and was actually named ‘The Guardian‘. The series featured people photographed alongside animals that had impacted their lives, and Simon was brought in to create a piece to be used for the portrait of Virginia McKenna. Understandably, the actress wasn’t too keen on reclining on a real lion – hence Simon stepping in with The Guardian! As McKenna was so impressed with his work, Simon was later commissioned to sculpt a lion cub for the Born Free Foundation charity auction, a charity McKenna established. As well as the photos below, you can click HERE to see a timelapse of The Guardian being made.
Photograph copyright of Maria Slough from the Pawtraits Series
The other ‘guardian’ created by Simon that year is just as iconic. Phil and Leah from Wahoo Group wanted to harness the power of social media and do something novel to help sell their home. Thinking completely outside of the box (no baked cookies here!) they commissioned a sculpture of…..Batman!
The caped crusader sat on top of their home where it gained attention from both local and global news outlets, and helped the couple find tenants for their property.
As one of Simon’s strengths is Human Form, we also couldn’t resist throwing in this sculpture of Scottish explorer, Mungo Park. He was commissioned for a pub in the explorer’s hometown of Peebles, and sits on this bench for passers by to enjoy.
2015 was the year when Simon won the English Open Chainsaw Competition with Hemlock the Dragon.
Since then Hemlock has made countless appearances around the country, including at a wedding! Hemlock has recently had some repair work on the wings, and is ready to meet the public again. If you are interested in hiring Hemlock for your event, just email us on [email protected]
2016’s highlight is another Huskycup Flashback: Viking Raid.
As well as the Viking Raid Case Study Simon wrote, we also have a blog about Viking Raid for those who want to know more. As we mentioned in our Huskycup 2019 blog, 2016 was actually the last year Huskycup was a competition. It meant Simon was the last ever Huskycup champion, as Viking Raid took first place. What a way to end the competition for him! Although it is no longer a competition, Simon continues to participate, and it is something of a highlight each year.
In 2016 Simon also became an affiliate of Olfi. We love their action cameras, and how they’ve transformed what we’re able to share with you through timelapse videos. Find out more in our Olfi blog!
2017’s highlight is from Liverpool. Simon created a tribute to The Beatles by carving life size figures of the Fab Four live along the dockside over a weekend. You can read more about the event in our Global Beatles Day Blog, and keep scrolling to enjoy our flashback photos and video.
2017 was also the year Simon began being sponsored by Stihl. Not only do they manufacture quality equipment, but it was something of a ‘full circle’ for Si, as his very first chainsaw experience was using Stihl equipment.
Nearly done!!
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As Simon says in his case study about the Spirit of Ecstasy, this was one of his most challenging sculptures to date.
You may remember from our Spirit of Ecstasy blog, that Simon recreated the Rolls Royce icon for an enthusiast to give new life and purpose to a beautiful oak tree which had died. Despite the challenges, the finished piece was faithful to the Rolls Royce concept, graceful and simply stunning. We hope you enjoy the finished result as much as we (and most importantly, the client!) did.
In our new year blog at the start of last year, we told you 2019 would be our ‘year of the dragon’. We weren’t wrong! Over the year Simon created seven new dragon-related carvings, including an ice dragon in our local town.
It all started off with The Dragon of Bethesda. It sits in an arboretum in North Wales after the landowner commissioned Simon to create something spectacular from a fallen tree. Y Ddraig Derw was featured in national media, and we are still overwhelmed by the encouraging response from so many people to the piece.
Our other dragon highlight from the year, is this stunning casket created for HBO’s Game of Thrones.
Simon was commissioned by HBO as part of a wider project where artists re-imagined original props from the show. He received these beautiful dragon eggs, and created the casket for them to sit in. You can remind yourself of the whole project and process in our Game of Thrones blog.
Again, we were amazed, thankful and VERY encouraged by all the positive comments we received.
This is also the year Simon became an affiliate for ManpaTools. Their angle grinders especially have taken some of his texture and detail to a whole new level.
Moving into 2020, Simon has also become an affiliate for Saburrtooth. With quality tools and equipment from Stihl, Manpa and Saburr, Simon’s talent and creativity, and the continued support of all our amazing clients and co-workers, we look forward to what the next decade – the roaring 20’s – will hold.
We hope you enjoyed our Review of the Decade. We definitely loved seeing some of these pieces afresh as we looked back.
As always, if you have a project in mind, email us on [email protected]
Ice Carving for Wrexham Museum https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg 150 150 Simon O'Rourke Simon O'Rourke https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg December 6, 2019 January 10, 2020
Last night Simon was on ‘home territory’ as he took part in the annual Victorian Christmas market in Wrexham. Don’t worry though, he hasn’t traded his chainsaw for a stall and money pouch! Simon’s contribution to the evening was much cooler, if we do say so ourselves. He swapped timber for something much wetter, and did some ice carving for Wrexham Museum.
Outside Wrexham Museum*
About the Victorian Market
Wrexham’s Christmas Market has become one of the most eagerly awaited events in the town’s calendar and successfully attracts thousands of shoppers year after year. This year there was a Victorian theme to the market with Punch and Judy shows throughout the day, and period street performers. The main feature though was 100 stalls from Queens Square right up to and inside St Giles’ Church.
Punch & Judy on Hope Street
About Ice Carving for Christmas
To coincide with the event, Wrexham Museums also organised and hosted an event: Ice Carving for Christmas. As well as Simon’s ice carving, the museum was open for the public and people could do Christmas shopping in the gift shop and enjoy a hot chocolate or mulled wine in the cafe. Various school choirs performed, including Bryn Hafod Primary who sang in both Welsh and English, and Libby and Sign of the Times. As you can see from the first photo we shared, plenty of people came to enjoy the evening.
Crowds watching Simon Ice Carving for Wrexham Museum*
If you read the blog we wrote a couple of weeks ago about the event (visit it here) then you’ll know Simon didn’t just complete one carving. The Ice carving for Wrexham Museum was actually a trail through the town. It began at St Giles church, where most of the market stalls were located, and ended at the Museum.
In the first location, Simon began by carving one block of ice, which was a clue as to what the final ice sculpture would be. People could then follow him to second location where he carved a second block, giving people a second clue.
They could then follow him to the museum where they could submit their guesses as to what his final carving would be, and any correct answers won a prize.
For those who know that 2019 was a year full of dragons for us, it will come as no surprise that the final sculpture was this stunning dragon head.
It lives!! The dragon head, complete with smoke!!
Posted by Simon O'Rourke – Tree Carving on Thursday, 5 December 2019
Let us take you back though through the evening as the audience experienced it though…..
Working in the multiple areas gave Simon and Paul the first challenge of the night – getting all the equipment through the thousands of people attending the Victorian Market! They had everything loaded up on a cart, and the high vis jackets definitely helped them get noticed so the crowds could part a little. It definitely wasn’t the quickest or easiest transportation of equipment though!
Paul and Simon making their way through the crowds attending the market!
St Giles Location
The first location was St Giles church where Simon carved this stunning dragon’s eye. Standing it the crowd, it was fun to be able to hear people’s awe as they watched. Especially as the chain saw went all the way through the ice to carve the space that became the eye! Several people were also commenting on how clear the ice was. Many guessed correctly that we didn’t just freeze water from our hosepipe to make the blocks. Rather, they are especially made for events like this. There’s a science behind it, but you can actually do it at home! Read all about how crystal clear ice is made at Barschool.Net. We’re happiest to leave it to the professionals, but if you try it yourselves, let us know if it works!
As we have said before, it is the lighting that makes the difference when ice carving. This green lighting reflecting off the scales Simon created is definitely eerie and mysterious, which helped add to the sense of mystery and anticipation of what the final carving would be.
Viewers outside St Giles*
Early on in the work on the dragon’s eye
Adding textured to create the scales*
The finished dragon’s eye*
Henblas Square
The second location of the night was Henblas Square.
Here, as well as the general admiration of what Simon was doing, I could hear many more questions about the equipment.
“His hands must be freezing” was also a pretty common theme!
Unlike most people were thinking, Simon wasn’t using specialist ‘ice carving’ equipment. He used his faithful Stihl battery powered chainsaws (complete with the handy backpack you will have noticed for the battery packs) for most of the initial carving. This meant they were lightweight and didn’t need a power supply. Perfect for this kind of mobile evening. He also used his Manpa tools angle grinder, with burr bits by Saburrtooth. And, while we’re speaking of Saburrtooth, we’re excited to announce Simon will become one of their ambassadors in 2019!
It was nice to see so many people stay and watch the entire carve here. For a long time people were guessing it was going to be eagles, rather than (as you can see) this amazing dragon claw (clue number two)! It really is fascinating to watch, but the audience were also encouraged to stay by the unusually warm evening. After several nights of hard frost, it was 10°c! Although being a warmer night was helpful for the audience and shoppers, the warmer weather meant Simon had to carve extra fast as the ice was melting far more quickly that he’d hoped!
The finished dragon claw, clue number two in the ice carving trail*
Wrexham Museum
The museum location was the longest of Simon’s carves, and he used six blocks of ice rather than the one that he used at the other locations. Even before he arrived, people were fascinated by the ice on the museum forecourt.
Blocks of ice waiting for carving!
Simon was challenged here not only by the ice melting in the warmer weather, but also an impressive wind. At one point the leaves spiraling in the air looked like a scene from The Wizard of Oz! It didn’t put people off watching though, and in some cases it was hard for parents to pry their children away.
Watching outside Wrexham Museum*
Adding texture with an angle grinder
Adding detail to the dragon
One of the perks of Simon being on ‘home turf’ is being able to watch him. Another is being able to hear and see other people’s reactions. The audiences at all the locations were a mix of people who have followed Simon and his work for years, and others who had never even imagined creating something with a chainsaw!
“The precision is unbelievable”
“I’m so impressed with the talent and detail he is able to produce with a chainsaw”
“I’ve never seen anything like it before. It’s bold and beautiful”
“I was only going to stay ten minutes but once I started watching, I had to stay until the end”
“The detail is unbelievable”
“Stunning. Simply stunning”
We can’t help but agree! The lighting bouncing off the textured scales and the smoke just made it perfect. Even still in process, it looked spectacular in the light.
The Finished Piece.
Thank you to Wrexham Museums for organising and hosting the event so well (and for the mulled wine the staff not wielding chainsaws enjoyed!). Thank you too to Shaine Bailey and Treetech for sponsoring the event. And to everybody who came and watched, shared on social media, and complimented Simon on his work. It’s lovely to be able to meet people, and to have such a lovely and encouraging audience. It’s also great to finish our year as it began, with a dragon that captured the attention and hearts of the people who saw it (read about the first dragon HERE).
And so, we leave you with the finished piece for 2019’s Ice Carving for Christmas*:
If you would like to book Simon for your event (ice or timber!) email us on [email protected] to talk about details.
*photo credit to Gareth Thomas from Wrexham Museums.
Trees for Kids Sculpture at Maes Y Pant https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg 150 150 Simon O'Rourke Simon O'Rourke https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg November 26, 2019 November 26, 2019
One of Simon’s pieces that caught people’s attention recently was a little boy, kneeling to plant a tree. The Trees for Kids sculpture was commissioned by a local community association, and unveiled during their Trees for Kids event.
About Maes Y Pant
Maes Y Pant is a 70 acre forest on the outskirts of Wrexham.
The site is open to the public, but the land is actually owned and managed by a community association. It is a conservation area, recreation area and also sustains itself with soft lumber sales. Regular readers will remember that Simon and some our our affiliates have produced other sculptures on the site, including Stanley, and the children’s fort.
Trees for Kids sculpture in progress at the workshop
Trees for Kids
This particular commission was part of Trees for Kids, an event which was both sociable and educational. There was opportunity to explore the forest, as well as a story teller, stalls, and face painting. The HACK horse sanctuary brought a pony, and there were also educational stands to raise awareness of the importance of woodlands and taking care of the environment. The highlight of the day though, was planting saplings.
The Commission.
Each child who took part was able to plant a sapling to help sustain the forest. It’s easy to see how Simon’s sculpture tied in with such an event! One aspect that isn’t so easy to see though, is that like the forest around it, this sculpture will also grow and change!
What? How?!
With the planted sapling at Maes Y Pant
If you look closely at the photo above, you will notice what looks like a thick stick between his hands. That’s actually a Rowan sapling! In time, as well as gaining height, the tree trunk will broaden to fill his hands. The little boy was secured in the ground with a substantial foundation. This means that as the tree grows it will grow at a slight angle, giving room for the roots to establish. The community group will also manage and trim the tree so visitors will always have a good view of the sculpture.
Always a Story Teller
The boy is carved from Welsh Oak. The tree is native to the area, adding to the sense that the boy ‘belongs’. He makes a sweet addition to the forest. We love the look of concentration as he focuses on what he is planting! His haircut and outfit also seem to hint at a past age, and evoke memories of kids playing outside, and enjoying the outdoors.
We hope that the children (and adults!) who visit the area will be motivated to preserve not just this beautiful local area, but also our wider environment.
To commission Simon for your own special occasion, email us on [email protected]
The Case of the Sherlock Holmes Bust https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg 150 150 Simon O'Rourke Simon O'Rourke https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg November 15, 2019 November 15, 2019
Sherlock Holmes. He may not have been the first recorded fictional detective, but Guinness World Records lists him as the most portrayed. Ever since his first appearance in 1887, we’ve seen him in books, comics, movies, TV series, art work and more. In fact, he’s been played by over 75 actors! Now, in 2019, we bring you: Simon O’Rourke’s tree carving ‘Sherlock Holmes Bust’.
The Sherlock Holmes bust was for a private client who commissioned it as a gift. He’s made from oak which means that although he is pale at the moment and has some yellow tones, in time he will get darker. The rings and markings will become black as it makes contact with rain, and the UV rays of the sun will cause the wood to pick up greyish hues. In combination with the natural darkening, it means that as he ages, the wood will become more reminiscent of the furniture and drawing room decor of the Sherlock’s own era.
It’s all in the Details!
Fans of the detective will have noticed a few interesting details on the Sherlock Holmes bust that refer to Conan Doyle’s original short stories, and four novels.
Incidentally, as well using his trusted Stihl and Manpa tools for this project, Simon also used the Saburrtooth burr bits on the die grinder and some of their small rotary tools to achieve the details and texture. But back to the details! Simon included nine ‘clues’ or references to the Sherlock Holmes stories on the bust. Can you spot them all? See how many you can find before we reveal all later!
One of the problems when creating a sculpture of a character from a book, is that there isn’t a definitive image to work from as there would be a historic figure. This is only heightened when he has been represented by so many different people on screen too! As the client is a fan of the fiction and not just a particular on-screen representation of Sherlock, Simon chose the Sidney Paget illustrations as his inspiration.
Paget illustrated the original Conan Doyle stories for The Strand magazine. With over 350 illustrations created by Paget, there was no shortage of imagery to work from! Simon not only used the facial features of the Paget artwork as the basis for his carving, but was also attentive to the original stories as he added details to the bust. One of the most obvious of these is the shape of the pipe. Although we have come to associate Sherlock Holmes with a large, curved meerschaum pipe, there is actually no reference to this in the original stories. By choosing something simpler and less iconic, Simon has ensured the bust is faithful to the original illustrations rather than the images that evolved over time.
The Big Reveal!
All good detective stories end with a ‘big reveal’. Thankfully, when this sculpture was revealed to the birthday person, it was received better than the surprise the characters often get in crime fiction! We are glad to say that the client told us “Sherlock arrived this afternoon and is now in its final location. We’re absolutely delighted – it is stunning!”
And now, for our other ‘big reveal’: The clues within the Sherlock Holmes Bust……
The Hidden Clues
As you look at the various views of Sherlock, you should hopefully find the following ten references to stories:
1. Stiletto dagger he used to pin correspondence to the mantle piece
2. Pince nez glasses – The Golden Pince-nez
3. Honeycomb – His Last Bow
4. Broken crown – Musgrave ritual
5. Persian slipper he used for storing tobacco
6. Handgun
7. 221b plaque
8. Snake – The Speckled Band
10. Stick Men – The Adventure of the Dancing Men
We loved this commission, because as well as being an opportunity for Simon to show his talent for human form, it was such a unique gift to create. If you need a beautiful, unique and sustainable gift for somebody, contact us on [email protected] to talk about the details.
Historical Sculpture
World War I Memorial Soldier https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg 150 150 Simon O'Rourke Simon O'Rourke https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg November 8, 2019 November 8, 2019
This coming Sunday is Remembrance Day: a day to remember those who lost their lives in war.
We don’t take that sacrifice lightly, so it’s always an honour when Simon receives a war memorial commission. Whether it’s a statue or a giant poppy, it’s an opportunity to both do his best as an expression of his own respect thankfulness. It’s also an opportunity to help others remember and be thankful. His best known example is probably the Airman at Highclere Castle. However, today, we’re going to revisit this World War I memorial soldier.
The World War I Memorial Soldier was commissioned by Chorley Council, and is installed in Astley Park. It is not their only tribute to those who died during war, and guests can take part in a whole World War One experience which includes this Garden of Reflection. Estimates suggest nine to 11 million military personnel died during World War I. This soldier standing alone though encourages us to think not of the masses, but of the individual soldier who lost his life. The son, brother, uncle, friend.
Looking at this soldier, it is easy to see some of the cost of war. The slump of his shoulders, and slightly hunched posture speaks of a fatigue. Maybe a disenchantment. His disheveled uniform and minimal weaponry tells us of men ill-prepared for the horrors of battle. And his face makes it clear he has seen loss and pain. The weathering of the wood and imperfections that appear over time, only enhance this portrait. This is not a soldier freshly out of boot camp, immaculate and passionate about his calling. This is a man who has given up everything and seen too much. And this man, and the millions like him are what we remember, with thanks.
This World War One memorial soldier is only one of thousands of tributes around the country. We hope that as people look at this one, Simon’s skill in portraying this soldier’s story through sculpture will speak to them. That it will help people to think about what it is that was lost, not in terms of millions, but the cost to each family of ‘the one’.
Of course, we couldn’t JUST revisit this soldier. Another name for remembrance day is ‘poppy day’, so to finish, we naturally had to include some of the poppies he has made. Skilled as Simon is with human form, these sculptures have also helped to catch attention and capture beautifully the flowers which appeared in Flanders after World War I.
Giant poppy in 2014
If you are interested in having your own memorial carved by Simon, why not email us on [email protected]
Whether it’s a specific person or thing, or something general, Simon is able to use his skills, imagination, creativity and attention to history and detail to create something perfect for your tribute.
Chainsaw Carving Resources
Seasonal Sculptures
Ice Carving for Christmas https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg 150 150 Simon O'Rourke Simon O'Rourke https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg November 1, 2019 November 1, 2019
The countdown to Christmas is on! Shops are full of decorations, calendars are filling up, and Christmas music is starting to hit the radio. It’s also that time of year where Simon takes a break from wood for an evening or two, and turns his hand to ice sculptures. This year he’ll be digging out his thermals to take part in ‘Ice Carving for Christmas‘ organised by Wrexham Museums. Although Simon is privileged to travel nationally and internationally, it’s also fun for us when we get to participate in local events, and important to us to be engaged with our local community. We can’t wait for December 5th!
Ice Carving for Christmas promises to be a great evening for all ages. Guests follow a trail that starts at St Giles Church and ends at the museum. They also have not one, not two, but THREE opportunities to see Simon carving along the way!
Station One is near to St Giles church and Victorian Market (5pm-6pm). After watching Simon carve, guests can spend time at the market which promises to be bigger and better than previous years. There’ll be all kinds of stalls ranging from local crafts to food and drink.
After enjoying the market, guests can move on to work station two from 6-7pm. There will also be food and drink vendors along the street, as well as late night opening for some of our high street shops.
Then it’s on to the Museum for the main event (7pm-9pm ). People who watched the first two stations can make their guess as to what the finished carve will be, with prizes for those who guess correctly. So, much as we would love to tell you, we’re keeping it quiet. No spoilers here! At the museum, there will also be opportunity to sing somecarols and join in the Christmas spirit with festive refreshments from the café.There’ll also be chance to get some photos with Simon and the finished carve. Perfect for sending out with family Christmas cards!
Past Ice Sculptures
Regular followers will know this isn’t Simon’s first time ice carving. This week we shared this Facebook post with a flashback to some spectacular ice carving he did for Cardiff Ice Kingdom in 2015.
Simon’s work at 2015 Cardiff Ice Kingdom
2015 Cardiff Ice Kingdom Santa Sculpture by Simon
Local Ice Carving
Simon also took part in Wrexham’s 2017 Ice Carving for Christmas. As he will in this year’s event too, Simon worked outside the museum. People could watch as he transformed these blocks of ice into beautiful, detailed penguins.
Simon at the start of 2017’s Ice Carving for Christmas event
Finished penguin ice carving
From Wood to Ice
Obviously ice is a very different material to wood! When Simon makes the transition, there are a few things he has to keep in mind for a successful carve. For example, time!
One thing we all know about ice, is it melts. Fast! So whereas Simon might work on a typical sculpture over several hours or days, with ice it is more like one of the ‘speed carving’ events.
Penguins in progress in 2017
Another difference is that ice is much more brittle.
This means when Simon begins thinking about his designs, he can’t include as many delicate shapes. The work focuses on bringing lots of detail and texture to larger shapes for the light to shine through and bounce off. Which leads to the final difference we’ll highlight here today: presentation.
When using wood, working with the tree’s natural lines, colours and shapes is crucial. The sculpture then speaks for itself as people view it. With ice, the success is often down to light. That includes the nature of the lighting itself e.g. will it be multicoloured? Shades of the same colour? How will the lighting help tell the story of the sculpture and set the scene?
It also includes how the sculpture will ‘interact’ with the light. Where will the light hit and bounce off? At what points will it shine through? Where will it help bring depth to a particular part of the sculpture? And so, Simon must consider this both as he plans, and as he progresses.
These photos show perfectly both the texture and the impact of lighting on his 2017 Ice Carving for Christmas penguins.
Close up of ice penguin showing the impact and importance of lighting
Not All Change!
Of course, it isn’t all change! Some things will stay the same as Simon switches from wood to ice this year.
He will still be using his faithful Stihl chainsaws, and their battery chainsaws are perfect for events like this. He’ll also be thankful for their thermal clothing and waterproof protective trousers! Whether wood or ice, or any other outdoors work, nobody wants to be cold and wet! Obviously, whatever he’s carving (remember, no spoilers here!) and whether wood or ice, the level of excellence, creativity and skill that Simon brings will stay the same.
If you are local, we would love to see you at the Ice Carving for Christmas. Why not check out the links we included to find out more?
There are also sponsorship opportunities for this event, which has a massive attendance. Sponsors will be featured prominently in press, publicity, photo opportunities and social media and will also feature prominently on the day of the event. To discuss any aspect of this sponsorship please contact Karen Harris 01978 297467 [email protected] or Simon o Rourke 07886 881815 [email protected]
To see the press release visit https://news.wrexham.gov.uk/sponsorship-opportunity-for-local-businesses-work-with-us-on-this-extra-cool-event/
If you would like to book Simon for your own ice carving event, email us on [email protected] to chat some more.
Queen of the South Legends Unveiled https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg 150 150 Simon O'Rourke Simon O'Rourke https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg October 26, 2019 October 26, 2019
Back in May we started sharing videos and photos of a statue of three footballers that Simon was working on. Five months later, we’re proud to see the statue of the Queen of the South legends finally installed and unveiled!
Queen of the South Legends Statue unveiled October 2019
The statue was commissioned by The People’s Project and stands outside the Queen of the South stadium in Dumfries. The People’s Project exists to help rekindle community within Dumfries. It does this through practical projects, funding of community initiatives, and creating opportunities to remind people of the heritage of their town. This statue isn’t their first commission, and they have also restored or commissioned statues of Robert De Bruce, and Peter Pan.
This particular commission commemorates three of the legends of Queen of the South FC: Billy Houliston, Alan Ball, and Stephen Dobbie. Each player represents a different era, achievement and contribution to the club. To find out more about each player, visit http://www.qosfc.com/news-4765. We think it’s always inspiring to read about passion t,alent and dedication, even if football may not be your thing!
Current player Stephen Dobbie with his likeness at the unveiling
Making the Statue
This statue was always going to be a challenge. The original goal was to make the three life-sized players out of one piece of oak:
About to begin a project that will be a big challenge… And for once it isn't a dragon!!Three life size footballers in one log…
Posted by Simon O'Rourke – Tree Carving on Wednesday, 22 May 2019
If you watched the video, you would have seen Simon refer to a crack throughout the timber. That obviously meant he had to react immediately, and think about how to work with and around that crack. In the beginning this seemed to have a simple solution. Just turn the trunk upside down!
In addition though, he had to think not only about what that crack is like in the moment, but what would happen in years to come. It turned out that when he considered the Scottish weather, that crack was going to create some problems. Simon ended up having to cut out one player, and use a second piece of timber, as you can see in the next video. Every cloud has a silver lining though! Removing that player helped Simon overcome one of the other challenges in a 360° statue – reaching the backs of the other players!
An update on the footballers!!
Posted by Simon O'Rourke – Tree Carving on Monday, 1 July 2019
The statue in process after a player had been removed, allowing Simon to access the backs of the other players
Creating a Likeness
As well as technical challenges, there was then the task of creating an accurate likeness. As we’ve mentioned in this blog, this means not only dealing with correct shape and ratio, but also the challenge of depth. In this case too, it also has to be true to life, and there isn’t as much artistic license. Especially in the case of a statue like this where the purpose is to honour people, Simon always wishes to capture them in a way which is accurate and tells a story of who they really are. For those who wonder how possible that is when using power tools, this comparison says it all!
Billy Houliston statue with one of the photos Simon worked from
Creating Community – Not Just a Statue.
Part of the purpose of this statue was to commemorate the Queen of the South legends. It is has a bigger purpose that goes beyond this though.
The reason for commemorating these players is to remind the Dumfries community of their heritage. To remind them of town and community achievements they can be proud of. It reminds them of things they have in common like the love of a sport or a hero. It gives a focus for unity and remembering positive moments in their community. For the younger person looking at these players immortalised in wood, it gives something to aspire to. And for the older generation, it can bring about a sense of nostalgia and ‘the good old days’ that brings joy and encouragement. The kits from the different eras clearly show achievements across the years and history, and so it helps unite generations in a mutual appreciate of their team and its history.
Stephen Dobbie and club officials at the unveiling
And so, statues like this are more than just pieces of art to be admired. They also help unite, inspire, and promote community. Even the simple act of coming together for an unveiling ceremony helps create all these things.
If you are part of a town, club, society or community and would like to explore a similar idea, why not send us a message? As always, Simon is available on [email protected] to talk about your vision, hopes and the practical details.
Partnership with Olfi https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg 150 150 Simon O'Rourke Simon O'Rourke https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg October 11, 2019 October 11, 2019
This week we’re looking at something a little different in our blog. Rather than tree carving, we’re talking about our partnership with Olfi.
Some of you may remember seeing a video of Simon carving a Weimaraner in our Pet Portraits blog. In case you didn’t catch it, here’s the video!
I finished a bust of a #Weimaraner dog yesterday! Here's some action footage shot on an Olfi action camera!
Posted by Simon O'Rourke – Tree Carving on Saturday, 20 April 2019
Videos like these have become essential in sharing Simon’s work and processes. Sometimes, we show several day’s worth of work in less than five fascinating minutes!
The feedback on our Facebook page, tells us that you love these videos, and we think being able to share Simon’s work in this way is really important. It wouldn’t be possible without having access to great technology though. Our partnership with Olfi has given us that technology.
We’re so thankful for being able to be one of their ambassadors, which allows us to bring videos like these to you! This one is from Simon’s appearence on Home is Where the Art is earlier this year.
You may have just watched Home is Where The Art is on BBC one… As you will have seen, I created this horse, and it didn't get picked by the client, so it's for sale! Get in touch if you're interested!It was a great experience and I loved the winning piece. Check out the making of the sculpture here!
Posted by Simon O'Rourke – Tree Carving on Friday, 12 April 2019
Introducing Olfi
So, who are Olfi?!
Olfi are a small action camera company based in North Wales. As well as producing great products, being small means they can also pay close attention to customer service and satisfaction. And they do!
They actually started life as HEDCAMz – a website specialising in action cameras and drones. From talking to their customers they soon got to hear which features and benefits ‘the people’ wanted from an action camera. Whether it was price, usability or build quality, they listened to their customers. Armed with that knowledge, they started licensing in camera moulds, upgrading the quality of the build materials, and developing their own firmwares. This led them to where they are today – a small but dedicated action camera company , producing fantastic quality cameras at affordable prices.
Simon has become one of their many #olfiambassadors, and we absolutely love their products.
The Olfi Cam
So how do we make these videos?
Simon is currently using their Olfi One.Five model camera. As he describes it in the next video, “it’s a nice bit of kit”!
However, videos like these aren’t made using good cameras alone. Simon often works outdoors during all kinds of weather. It can take several days to complete a sculpture too, so he needs something which will remain powered, and is fully waterproof. Cue the External Power Case!
Olfi external power and record case
The External Power and Record Case
Using the external power case allows the camera to be plugged in, positioned, and left to run. It can then withstand rain and snow, which makes it perfect for capturing the action and timelapse shots that make a great tree carving video. If in doubt, re-watch the video above, or the one below for all the changing skies! Olfi also sell essentials like chest harnesses, anti-moisture inserts, mounts, stabilisers and so much more. Basically, everything you could ever need to make an action camera work for you! Some of these also feature in the video below where you can see we manage to get shots from all kinds of perspectives. So fun!
Editing and More
Once we have the raw footage from the camera, there’s obviously an editing process. Basic free software available online can do the job. There are also lots of companies to outsource to as well. We’re currently using another local company for our videos, Filmage.co.uk. They edited the video below of the making of the RAF Valley Dragon Throne (also made with the olfi one.five), and we thoroughly recommend them!
If the process of time lapse video seems daunting, we found the guys at Olfi to have some helpful advice too – another nice thing about partnering with a smaller, more customer-oriented company. If you’re thinking of creating a time lapse video, you can check out some of their tips and tricks for people starting out at https://www.olficamera.com/time-lapse-for-beginner/
Another cracking video from Filmage.co.uk!!The Dragon Throne!!
Posted by Simon O'Rourke – Tree Carving on Monday, 15 April 2019
Get Your Olfi!
Have we sparked your interest in getting one of these action cameras for yourself? One of the nice things about our partnership with Olfi, is that we can share our affiliate code* with you. Visit their website via https://www.olfi.co.uk/?affiliates=59, to get yours! You can also use the code orourke10 for 10% discount across the whole site. And look out for more great videos made with the Olfi Cameran coming soon!
If any of these videos sparked your interest in having your own bespoked Simon O’Rourke carving, don’t forget you can email us on [email protected] to discuss commissioning a work.
*although Simon is not paid by Olfi to promote or share products, he will receive a percentage of sales purchased through his affiliate code
A Phoenix Arises
A Phoenix Arises https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg 150 150 Simon O'Rourke Simon O'Rourke https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg October 2, 2019 October 2, 2019
There’s something very poetic about this week’s featured sculpture, where a phoenix arises from a Douglas Fir.
Unlike many commissions where a tree is damaged or diseased and a customer wants to turn it into something beautiful, in this case there was nothing wrong with the tree. Rather, it had simply become too big for its location, and couldn’t stay where it was planted. This isn’t uncommon. Lots of people plant trees in gardens not realising how big they’ll get, and they become a potential hazards. There are plenty of ways to transform the story of that tree though if that happens, including commissioning a unique piece of art!
The Legend of the Phoenix
The phoenix is a bird which has come to represent new life. More specifically, it has also come to represent the birth of something beautiful out of the end of something else. Greek and Roman mythology says this long-lived bird dies in a show of flames. Then, out of the ashes from the fire, a phoenix arises in a majestic show. It then seems fitting that a tree that has seen the end of its natural life, would give birth to this stunning phoenix sculpture. The parallels don’t end there. Legend also says the phoenix dies and regenerates after 1000 years of life. Did you know that’s also the possible life span of the Douglas Fir?! As an evergreen tree, the Douglas Fir can also represent eternal life – as does the phoenix because of its legendary cycle death and regeneration.
About the Sculpture
This particular fir had an interesting shape that Simon needed to work with. Trees always come with their own sets of twists, knots and potential for future cracks, and Simon has to constantly adapt his design as he discovers those. The shapes and textures work so well in this sculpture though, you would never know it hadn’t been specifically and intentionally designed that way!
The twists and texture from the very base of the trunk to where the phoenix arises mimic the movement of the flames that legend says consumed the first bird. These get more intense, closer together and more detailed as they travel up the trunk, until they become actual flames. Their shape is also reminiscent of the sun, which is also closely tied the the legend of the phoenix.
From the centre of these flames, Simon’s stunning phoenix rises, with its wings unfurled as if about to take flight. Stray feathers carved into the trunk further down, enhance this sense of movement, as they seem to have dropped from powerfully flapping wings.
Full length photo showing the falling feathers from the Phoenix taking flight
The Harry Cane
Are you as fascinated by the flames as we are? We think their texture and shape is magnificent, and creates a wonderful organic-looking flame for the phoenix to rise from.
Simon had to use a few different tools to create that look. Firstly, his Manpa Tools belts and cutters. Simon was recently sponsored by the company and is enjoying their products to take some of his sculptures to the next level. He also used gouging attachments gifted to him by The Harry Cane. These attachments were devised by Harry Cane to attach to the Stihl MS170 (Stihl’s recommended entry level chainsaw) or MSE170, and are ideal for ‘gouging’ as well as to add another level of depth. Anyone wanting to get their hands on one for themselves can visit The Harry Cane shop at http://theharrycane.de/shop.html
The Harry Cane attachments on the Stihl MS 170
The Douglas Fir
It isn’t just the phoenix that has its own interesting story either. The Douglas Fir has its own interesting background too. As we are lovers of all things arboricultural and forestry, we’re sharing some random ‘tree trivia’ (should that be a hashtag?!) with you:
Tree Trivia
You probably know the Douglas Fir better as a ‘Christmas Tree’. Whilst we use several species to decorate our homes over the season, the Douglas fir is the most common.
The Douglas fir isn’t actually a true fir! That’s why we sometimes know it as Oregon Pine, Douglas Pine, Douglas Spruce and Puget Sound Pine.
The tree is native to the Pacific Northwest in the US (the alternative names might have been a giveaway). It was brought to the UK by David Douglas in 1827 and is considered naturalised in the UK, Europe, South America and New Zealand.
Douglas fir is extremely versatile, and can be used for lumber, food, drink and traditional medicine. It is also frequently used ornamentally in trees and park, and is useful to wildlife as food and shelter.
The only remaining US Navy wooden ships are made from Douglas Fir.
Close up of the phoenix rising from the sun-like flames
We hope you enjoy learning more about the trees Simon works with. We also hope you love the phoenix as much as we do. More importantly, as much as the owner does! We leave you this week with this testimonial from a very satisfied customer.
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As always, if you find yourself in the same situation as this client, contact Simon on [email protected] to talk about ways of giving it new life.
A Hydra Rising
A Hydra Rising https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg 150 150 Simon O'Rourke Simon O'Rourke https://www.treecarving.co.uk/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg September 20, 2019 September 20, 2019
Last week Simon was in Surrey completing a private commission for a client: A Hydra rising from the ground.
The nature of tree carving means really having to go with the flow. Or we should say, go with the grain.
And the flaws.
Plus the cracks and future cracks.
The knots too.
In this case, Simon had seen photos and had an idea of creating an animal emerging from the ground. However, it was only when he saw the timber in person, that he could fully commit to a design. A hydra rising from among the fallen tree.
The hydra in process
The timber in question was willow, which is technically a ‘medium hard’ wood. That description is a little deceiving though, as it is actually lightweight, and very soft. That softness is actually why it’s a popular choice for whittling and wood carving. It means that it doesn’t make good lumber for furniture or construction though. It also isn’t a good choice for firewood, as it gives off relatively little heat compared with other woods. That means a fallen willow is a perfect excuse for having something unique created in your garden!
Once he got to work, Simon enjoyed creating heads from each of the branches. He used a range of Stihl, Milwaukee, and Manpa tools to create the faces and scales that make it appear a hydra is rising from the ground. In part, this effect is enhanced by the choice of leaving some bark and leaves lower down the individual branches. He was especially thankful for the Stihl MS193c petrol chainsaw as there was nowhere to charge any batteries! That said, there is an upgraded Stihl MS 151 C-E out now that he can’t wait to get his hands on. It promises an increase in power and torque, whilst still being their most lightweight back handle saw.
Sponsorship News.
While we’re speaking of Stihl, it seems a good opportunity to share that they have renewed their sponsorship of Simon. We’re delighted by this, as they provide such consistent quality tools and customer service. You can see their full range of products at https://www.stihl.co.uk/products.aspx . We also thought we’d share this video from their website which shares a little more as to why we love this partnership.
The Finished Product.
But back to the hydra! After many hours playing with power tools, we have a finished hydra rising. For Greek Mythology purists, Simon suggests not counting the heads as it has a few more than tradition says! And speaking of Greek Mythology, whether it be the intricacies or the teeth and scales, or the ferociousness of expression that wins him over, we reckon even Heracles wouldn’t want to chop any of the heads off this particular hydra!
Close up of the heads showing the detail and texture.
Simon is available for bespoke sculptures from your damaged or fallen trees. Contact him using our online form or on [email protected] for quotes or just to find out more.
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THEATRE: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
The Rita, Black Box Theatre
A play by Simon Stephens
Based on the novel by Mark Haddon
Oct 11-20, 2019 | Black Box Theatre
Oct 11, 12, 18, 19 at 7 pm
Oct 13 & 20 at 2 pm
Oct 18 at 10 am | Learn about matinee progam
Fifteen-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain: He is exceptional at mathematics but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched, and he distrusts strangers. Now it is 7 minutes after midnight, and Christopher stands beside his neighbor’s dead dog, Wellington, who has been speared with a garden fork. Finding himself under suspicion, Christopher is determined to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington, and he carefully records each fact of the crime. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a thrilling journey that upturns his world.
Winner of the Tony Award for Best Play (2015), Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Play (2015), and Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Play (2013).
For your convenience we offer you a number of ways to contact our Theatre Box Office for performance information and to purchase tickets for our theatre productions.
Order your individual tickets online
Individual Regular Ticket Prices*:
General Admission Tickets = $18
Senior & UW-Parkside Staff Tickets = $14
Student Tickets = $10
*For musicals, the ticket price is an additional $2 per ticket. Visit the online box office for exact prices.
You can also email your ticket requests to boxoffice@uwp.edu, call 262.595.2564 and speak with our friendly staff about available tickets and purchasing, or visit the Theatre Box Office near the Main Theatre entrance in the Rita. Call the Box Office for detailed hours or stop by one hour prior to each performance.
The Rita Box Office
boxoffice@uwp.edu
https://www.uwp.edu/therita
Rita Tallent Picken Regional Center for Arts and Humanities
Rita Tallent Picken Regional Center for Arts & Humanities anchors the west side of campus. "The Rita" features theatres, art galleries, classrooms, rehearsal halls, Fireside Theatre Scenic Studios and the magnificent Frances Bedford Concert Hall.
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Inspiration can be found in Ventura County Star's live storytelling event May 9
Inspirational tales of new beginnings will be shared May 9 at the High Street Arts Center in Moorpark as part of Ventura Storytellers Project.
Inspiration can be found in Ventura County Star's live storytelling event May 9 Inspirational tales of new beginnings will be shared May 9 at the High Street Arts Center in Moorpark as part of Ventura Storytellers Project. Check out this story on vcstar.com: http://www.vcstar.com/story/news/local/2018/04/26/inspiration-can-found-ventura-county-stars-live-storytelling-event-may-9/547397002/
Ventura Published 1:58 p.m. PT April 26, 2018 | Updated 6:39 p.m. PT April 27, 2018
Newbury Park author Wayne Jacobsen tells the awkward story of how a poster started, and nearly ended, an important relationship in his life during the first Ventura Storytellers Project, titled "Love, Romance and Other Disasters," held at the Ventura Harbor Comedy Club in Ventura.(Photo: ANTHONY PLASCENCIA/THE STAR)Buy Photo
A botched routine surgery that was devastating but didn’t get her down as she focused on the positive and attained the career of her dreams.
A journey to discovering his true self.
A father given the opportunity to become a stay-at-home dad and watch his daughter grow into a preteen.
And a Santa Barbara native forced to find new housing who now embraces her new community and its uniqueness.
These are just four of the seven true stories that will be shared May 9 at High Street Arts Center in Moorpark as part of the Ventura Storytellers Project.
Meet our storytellers for the May show
Cindy Flores CONTRIBUTED
Jennifer Parkinson CONTRIBUTED
Lisa Braithwaite CONTRIBUTED
Fred Alvarez CONTRIBUTED
Elizabeth Olson CONTRIBUTED
Almary Amador CONTRIBUTED
Gabe Teran CONTRIBUTED
You’ll meet Cindy Flores, 43, of Camarillo, the woman who faced a life-altering medical catastrophe, but chose to focus on the positive, her passion in life, and is now thriving in the entertainment industry.
Almary Amador, 33, of Camarillo, will take you on a journey of finding his authentic self and sense of purpose while Fred Alvarez, 55, of Ojai, will tell you why he left a job as a crime reporter at the Los Angeles Times to raise his daughter in an idyllic place, where they both grew and came into their own.
Lisa Braithwaite, 52, of Ojai, will share how it crushed her to leave her home in Santa Barbara, but then found a community that gave her the same sense of belonging after she decided to give it a chance.
Something to see:Take one of Ventura County Star’s award-winning photographs home
These are stories of new beginnings, the theme of the night and second show in the Storytellers series hosted by the Ventura County Star in partnership with High Street Arts Center. The Star’s editors and journalists have coached the storytellers in sharing their true, first-person stories to bring live journalism to the stage.
Jennifer Parkinson, 44, of Simi Valley; Gabe Teran, 34, of Oxnard; and Elizabeth Olson, 53, of Thousand Oaks, have equally inspiring tales, and will join the others in sharing their personal stories, each 8 to 10 minutes in length. Michelle Rogers, The Star’s consumer experience director, will serve as emcee.
The Storytellers Project was founded by Megan Finnerty at the Arizona Republic and now includes the Storytellers Brand Studio, part of Gannett and the USA TODAY NETWORK. It’s in more than 21 cities across the country and brings together people with varied backgrounds, beliefs and opinions for shared experiences.
These storytellers captivate with true tales of love, life
Reporter Wendy Leung tells the story of her rocky courtship during the first Ventura Storytellers Project, titled "Love, Romance and Other Disasters," held at the Ventura Harbor Comedy Club in February 2018. ANTHONY PLASCENCIA/THE STAR
Dr. Adrienne Lara shares her experience of being a patient with cancer during the Ventura Storytellers Project's first event, titled "Love, Romance and Other Disasters," held at the Ventura Harbor Comedy Club in February 2018. ANTHONY PLASCENCIA/THE STAR
Communications specialist Kim Gregory shares a story of personal loss and finding new love during the first Ventura Storytellers Project, titled "Love, Romance and Other Disasters," held at the Ventura Harbor Comedy Club in February 2018. ANTHONY PLASCENCIA/THE STAR
Newbury Park author Wayne Jacobsen tells the awkward story of how a poster started, and nearly ended, an important relationship in his life during the first Ventura Storytellers Project, titled "Love, Romance and Other Disasters," held at the Ventura Harbor Comedy Club in February 2018. ANTHONY PLASCENCIA/THE STAR
Camarillo chaplain Linda Lowe shares the secret to being married to a priest during the first Ventura Storytellers Project, titled "Love, Romance and Other Disasters," held at the Ventura Harbor Comedy Club in February 2018. ANTHONY PLASCENCIA/THE STAR
Thousand Oaks resident Amanda Samoyloff shares her tale of romance during the first Ventura Storytellers Project, titled "Love, Romance and Other Disasters," held at the Ventura Harbor Comedy Club in February 2018. ANTHONY PLASCENCIA/THE STAR
Jade Hendrix presents her story Aug. 4 as part of the Ventura Storytellers Project at the Bell Arts Factory in Ventura. CHUCK KIRMAN/THE STAR
Miguel Rodriguez presents his story Aug. 4 as part of the Ventura Storytellers Project at the Bell Arts Factory in Ventura. CHUCK KIRMAN/THE STAR
Mirella Acebo presents her story Aug. 4 as part of the Ventura Storytellers Project at the Bell Arts Factory in Ventura. CHUCK KIRMAN/THE STAR
Louis "Chuck" Samonsky Jr. presents his story Aug. 4 as part of the Ventura Storytellers Project at the Bell Arts Factory in Ventura. CHUCK KIRMAN/THE STAR
Niki Chopra Richardson presents her story Aug. 4 as part of the Ventura Storytellers Project at the Bell Arts Factory in Ventura. CHUCK KIRMAN/THE STAR
Michelle Rogers, left, and Wendy Leung of the Ventura Couhty Star at the Ventura Storytellers Project at the Bell Arts Factory in Ventura. CHUCK KIRMAN/THE STAR
Guests applaud Louis "Chuck" Samonsky Jr. after he presented his story as part of the Ventura Storytellers Project at the Bell Arts Factory in Ventura. CHUCK KIRMAN/THE STAR
Andrea Howry of the Ventura Couhty Star at the Ventura Storytellers Project at the Bell Arts Factory in Ventura. CHUCK KIRMAN/THE STAR
Michelle Rogers, Consumer Experience Director for the Ventura County Star, produced and hosted the Ventura Storytellers Project: New Beginnings that was held at the High Street Arts Center in Moorpark. JOE LUMAYA/SPECIAL TO THE STAR
Gabe Teran, of Oxnard, shares his story about the loss of his first child during pregnancy and how his two other children have helped eased the pain. He shared his story during the Ventura Storytellers Project: New Beginnings at the High Street Arts Center in Moorpark. JOE LUMAYA/SPECIAL TO THE STAR
Elizabeth Olson, of Thousand Oaks, shares her story about being a comedian during the Ventura Storytellers Project: New Beginnings at the High Street Arts Center in Moorpark. JOE LUMAYA/SPECIAL TO THE STAR
Lisa Braithewaite, of Ojai, talks about leaving the familiar surroundings of her home community and opening up to a new life during the Ventura Storytellers Project's New Beginnings event at the High Street Arts Center in Moorpark on Wednesday. ANTHONY PLASCENCIA/THE STAR
Fred Alvarez, of Ojai, a former Los Angeles Times reporter, talks about his adventure as a single parent during the Ventura Storytellers Project: New Beginnings at the High Street Arts Center in Moorpark. JOE LUMAYA/SPECIAL TO THE STAR
Jennifer Parkinson, of Simi Valley, shares her story about life with Parkinson’s during the Ventura Storytellers Project: New Beginnings at the High Street Arts Center in Moorpark. JOE LUMAYA/SPECIAL TO THE STAR
Cindy Flores, of Camarillo, talks about how she overcame years of major medical problems and how she found a new career in entertainment during the Ventura Storytellers Project: New Beginnings Wednesday at the High Street Arts Center in Moorpark. JOE LUMAYA/SPECIAL TO THE STAR
Almary Amador, of Camarillo, takes about her journey as a transgender person during the Ventura Storytellers Project: New Beginnings at the High Street Arts Center in Moorpark. JOE LUMAYA/SPECIAL TO THE STAR
Gabe Teran, of Oxnard, shares his story about the loss of his first child during pregnancy and how his two other children helped eased the pain. He shared his story Wednesday during the Ventura Storytellers Project: New Beginnings at the High Street Arts Center in Moorpark. JOE LUMAYA/SPECIAL TO THE STAR
Storytellers are selected from across Ventura County. Anyone interested in becoming a storyteller can visit http://bit.ly/VenturaStorytellersSurvey to fill out a form.
Three more shows are planned for the first season. The first show, “Love, Romance and Other Disasters,” sold out at Ventura Harbor Comedy Club.
In addition to the 6:30 p.m. show at High Street Arts Center, back-to-back shows are set for 5 and 7:30 p.m. Aug. 4 at Bell Arts Factory in Ventura with the theme “On the Road.” The season will close with “Holidays and Family” at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Camarillo Ranch in Camarillo. Tickets are $12 each and may be purchased individually or for the season.
Helping out: Ventura County nonprofits are competing for grant money and you can help
Doors at High Street Arts Center will open at 6 p.m. Snacks, beer, wine and select cocktails will be available for purchase. Seating is first-come, first-served. Tickets may be purchased at https://tickets.vcstar.com/e/ventura-storytellers-project. A limited number of tickets, depending on availability, will be sold at the door for $17 and must be purchased with a credit card. Subscribers to The Star will receive a 20 percent discount if they purchase tickets in advance and enter the Storytellers code found on the Insider page at https://www.vcstar.com/insider.
For more information about the Ventura Storytellers Project, call 805-437-0201 or email Rogers at michelle.rogers@vcstar.com.
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The French Film Festival is back! 8-18 November
Fall in love with storytelling magic of French films once again as the French Film Festival 2018 returns to beguile you in the latest and greatest of French cinema!
Be mesmerised by the diverse line-up of close to 30 celebrated masterpieces ranging from heartwarming dramas, irreverent comedies, and exciting children’s films that will tug at the heartstring of every movie goer. Great news for thrill-seekers – the festival will also feature a new segment on spine-tingling French horror and thriller films, including a retrospective on the legendary director Henri-Georges Clouzot who was known for his work in the genre. They will have you gripping the edge of your seat from start to finish.
8-18 November at Alliance Française, Shaw Theater Lido, The Projector and Our Tampines Hub
Discover more and book your seat on https://www.voilah.sg/french-film-festival-2018/
Amadou & Mariam at Capitol Theatre
International selection ENS – PSL
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Chinese Newcomers Celebrate Lunar New Year at Lord Kitchener Elementary
On March 5, 58 Chinese newcomer students and parents from the SWIS Byng Project 3B celebrated a joyful Lunar New Year of the Sheep with Lord Kitchener Elementary students and teachers. The celebrations were organized by SWIS worker Janet Chung in collaboration with Catherine Feniak, principal of Lord Kitchener.
"It's my second year to work with Catherine on this project," says Chung. "I'm so grateful for her school's continuous support."
This year the celebrations included a Lion Dance, Kindergarten Kung Fu Master Show, Strings Performance, SWIS Parent Singing Ensemble and Dancing Group.
"Newcomer parents and students were so excited about this event," says Chung. "They were engaged in our school community by supporting essential elements for this festival, such as making paper-cutting pictures and writing Chinese New Year wishing words to decorate the stage. They also helped by giving away Red Envelopes which they prepared on their own."
The planning and implementation of the event helped connect newcomer parents and their children to the community.
Feniak says the event is a very good way to welcome new families into a school community. It not only let newcomer children proudly see their parents leading the songs and dances in front of 450 students, but also allowed Lord Kitchener students to experience an important Chinese festival. It also sparked their interest in learning about different cultures.
"Our students come from different backgrounds," says Feniak. "Kung Fu is new to most of them, and the strings group hasn't played Chinese songs with violins before and we never got the chance to do Chinese dancing before. Our Lunar New Year celebration has encouraged them to embrace new cultures."
Chung says the success of this event was contingent both on the parents and their children's enthusiastic involvement and generous help from teacher volunteers.
Maria Tsagaris, a resource teacher, Emily Akita, a strings teacher and Grace Proon, a professional musician came together three days a week since January to teach strings to their students, while Robert Li, a multicultural liaison worker, taught Kung Fu.
"I also want to thank Dunbar Heights Baptist Church and É"�cole Jules Quesnel for giving our parents the multipurpose rooms to practice singing and dancing," says Chung. "They have been continuously supporting our SWIS 3B programs."
The Lunar New Year celebration event is part of the SWIS Project 3B, which aims to engage newcomer parents and students with school communities, enabling them to fully participate in a culturally diverse society.
"We were so glad that we could bring happiness to the kids and the community," says Ma Lan, one of the newcomer parents. "Thanks to this event, we were able to realize our talents and expertise and get involved in our community by volunteering."
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Medway Council offers FREE 15 coach parking spaces, within restricted hours at Curtis Way, Rochester, ME1 2XQ. The coach park is situated just off the A229 between historic Rochester and the M2 motorway.
When can I park at the coach park?
You can gain access to the coach park between 7am to 8pm (07:00-20:00 hours), 7 days a week.
How far is the coach park from the Visitor Information Centre?
The distance between Curtis Way and the Visitor Information Centre is 2.9 miles (approx. 10 minutes drive). For a map click here.
What facilities are available for my passengers?
Passengers cannot be dropped off and/or collected from Curtis Way Coach Park.
Facilities are available for passengers in Rochester at the Visitor Information Centre and drivers’ are strongly advised to use the four dedicated coach setting down/pick-up bays behind Medway Visitor Information Centre located on A2 Corporation Street. For a map click here.
These bays can be used between 7am to 9pm (07:00-21:00 hours), 7 days a week. Satnav postcode Corporation Street, Rochester ME1 1NH. Waiting time in this location is restricted to 1 hour maximum stay with no return within 2 hours (except during festivals and special events when the waiting time is limited to 15 minutes maximum stay for setting down and pick-ups only).
The opening hours for the centre is Monday-Saturday, 10am to 5pm (10:00-17:00 hours) and on Sundays (April-September) 11am to 4pm (11:00-16:00 hours). Please check website prior to visiting for up-to-date information on our opening hours as these will vary especially during special events.
The centre is fully wheelchair accessible throughout and provides on-site public conveniences, café, ATM cash dispenser for free withdrawals, art gallery and tourist information service. On the first floor is the Huguenot Museum that is open Wednesday-Saturday from 10am to 5pm (10:00-17:00 hours). The Explore café at the centre is a place where you can pick up a snack and drink to take with you to the coach parking site.
How do I get to Curtis Way coach park from the Visitor Information Centre coach bays on Corporation Street?
Suggested route is through Strood High Street to turn around, and then follow the directional signage crossing the bridge, along the A2 Corporation Street, up City Way, and follow the gyratory roundabout to turn left into Marconi Way and then right onto Curtis Way.
Alternative route is via the M2 motorway, taking the A228 in Strood, exiting at M2 Junction 4, A229 Chatham/Rochester. This route is not signposted due to parts of the network falling under Highways England.
For satnav code use ME1 2XQ.
Is the coach parking protected by CCTV?
There is currently No CCTV provided at the coach park.
How do I get in/out of the coach park?
The coach park is protected by remote controlled rising bollard system.
Entrance - Ensure you vehicle is positioned on the white diagonal lines at the coach park's entrance. Press the Intercom button located on the Traffic Light to speak to the attendant to gain access. Once the operator has authorised your admittance to the parking area they will lower the bollards so the coach can enter on a 'GREEN' light. PLEASE DO NOT TAILGATE as the bollards will rise automatically once the vehicle has passed the safety detection loops!
Exit is automatic once a vehicle has reached the exit white diagonal lines the bollards will lower. Only proceed to exit on a 'GREEN' light and PLEASE DO NOT TAILGATE.
Please note the coach parks operation times of 7am to 8pm (07:00-20:00 hrs). There is strictly no access or egress outside of these times.
What facilities are available at the Coach Park?
There is no on-site facilities at Curtis Way.
The site is a FREE coach parking facility with 15 lined parking spaces for coaches only (this excludes other vehicle types such as PLGs, Campervans, Caravans and HGVs). Coaches must park in the lined bays, switch off engines and lights when stationary.
There will not be facilities to empty chemical waste – although this can be undertaken at Kings Ferry Coach depot in Gillingham; fees apply. Please call 01634 377577 for details.
There is no tap to obtain fresh drinking water for tanks and/ or washing vehicles on-site.
There are no public toilets and/or rest area available at Curtis Way.
There is no refuse bin available at Curtis Way and drivers are asked NOT to leave black bags on site. Please take your litter with you.
Passengers are not permitted to disembark at the coach park. Please use the dedicated coach setting down bays available at the Visitor Information Centre, Corporation Street. The four dedicated bays can be used between the hours of 7am to 9pm seven days a week. Coaches waiting restriction at this location has been extended to 60 minutes (with no return in two hours), so as to cover any legal taco breaks or for coaches stopping in Rochester as part of their tight tour itineraries for a short duration.
What facilities are nearby for drivers?
If you fancy a short walk, the Tiger Moth pub is not too far away, where you can get tea/coffee. Less than 15-minutes walk is Papas Fish & Chip shop located on the A229 City Way and from Spring 2020, KFC will be opening at Horsted Retail Park.
The Innovation Centre – a Medway Council run business facility which has a café, shower and toilet facilities just past the retail park.
Asda supermarket is a short drive and has ample on-site parking for cars and coaches and a petrol filling station.
What if I want to go into town?
We recommend getting a taxi as the quickest and most direct way into Rochester.
Star Taxis – 01634 575656
Vokes Taxis – 01634 222222
Computer Cabs – 01634 666666
ABC Cabs – 01634 840840
Strood Cabs – 01634 710001
Alternatively, you can get the Arriva 101 Bus from the main road into Chatham Waterfront bus station, and then take one of several bus services available to Rochester.
Can I park overnight at Curtis Way?
Yes, but your coach must be parked by 8pm (20:00 hours) and cannot leave the coach parking before 7am (07:00 hours) in the morning.
These are movement restrictions that were necessary to secure the quiet enjoyment of the area for local residents. You may park at the coach park for several consecutive days should you be staying in area with your group.
Curtis Way coach park cannot be used by local operators as a depot or overflow storage facility. For further information on operating a coach and bus business, visit the Vehicle and Operating Services Agency (VOSA) – www.gov.uk.
If I have a problem, who should I contact?
Phone numbers to call should you have a problem are displayed on the coach park's information boards. Should you have any queries regarding coach parking arrangements please send us an email.
Curtis Way Coach Park Map
For a map showing the location of the coach park, Chatham Waterfront bus station and coach setting down/pick up point in Rochester click here.
Medway Visitor Information Centre
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Mercedes-AMG GT R Five-Part Documentary Takes A Look Back
· May 23, 2017 ·
The first chapter starts where you’d expect – with the history of the Nurburgring. From there we transition to the GT R itself, which per the video included “tens of thousands of hours of testing” at the infamous track. Chapter three goes behind the scenes for the making of Beast of the Green Hell, which included actual Nurburgring footage with the jungle version of the track shot in Thailand where – as you might expect – conditions weren’t exactly ideal, what with all the heat and monsoons and such. … [Read more...] about Mercedes-AMG GT R Five-Part Documentary Takes A Look Back
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‘This is my adrenaline fix’: Jamie Chadwick, F1’s first female hope in 43 years
Even if you’re one of the most promising young racing drivers of your era, you still have to take your driving test. Shortly after she turned 17, Jamie Chadwick thought she’d better get on with it. She had been driving competitively since she first raced a go-kart, when she was 11. “Obviously I knew how to drive a car,” she says. “But driving on roads, knowing everything about road driving, is very different.” She’d planned to have lessons, but only managed “sort of one and a half” before a cancellation meant she had a chance to take the test. “I was, like, I’ll just do it and if I fail, I might never live it down, but I just have to give it a go.” To her great relief, she passed. “Somehow. But I was never taught to park, so I still can’t. Then I found myself as designated driver and I was, like, this isn’t worth it either.” She laughs. “So a lot of regret in that whole … [Read more...] about ‘This is my adrenaline fix’: Jamie Chadwick, F1’s first female hope in 43 years
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Prince Andrew’s still welcome at ma’am’s! Tarnished Duke of York drives to lunch with the Queen and Prince Philip on Her Majesty’s Sandringham estate
Andrew kick-started the recent months of Royal woes when he was forced to quit frontline duties following a toe-curling Newsnight interview where he failed to apologise for befriending paedophile billionaire Jeffrey Epstein (pictured on the Sandringham estate with Ghislaine Maxwell in 2000 as a guest of the Duke) … [Read more...] about Prince Andrew’s still welcome at ma’am’s! Tarnished Duke of York drives to lunch with the Queen and Prince Philip on Her Majesty’s Sandringham estate
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The UN Special Envoy for Syria Staffan de Mistura expressed deep concern over the situation of the civilian population in the town of Zabadani. Media sources and contacts inside Zabadani have reported heavy bombardment, including by barrel bombs, since Syrian Government forces backed by pro-government militias started a military campaign against opposition fighters located in Zabadani . Reliable local sources have in fact confirmed that a large number of barrel bombs have been dropped on the city causing unprecedented levels of destruction and many deaths among the civilian population.
Armed opposition forces known as the “Army of Conquest” have retaliated by firing rockets and heavy mortar shells on two villages near Idlib, Al Foua and Kefraya, where a substantial number of civilians are trapped.
In both cases, civilians are tragically caught in the middle of the fighting.
The Special Envoy calls on all parties to uphold the principle of the protection of civilians and once again on the Syrian government to halt the use of crude and indiscriminate weapons such as the barrel bombs on its own cities.
Special Envoy for Syria Staffan de Mistura visited Teheran today where he met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Mohammad Javad Zarif, and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Arab-African Affairs, Mr. Hussein Amir Abdollahian.
During his meetings Mr. de Mistura underscored the urgency of a Syrian-led political solution to the conflict and exchanged views on how to proceed with a political process, with the support of the Security Council. The Special Envoy took good note of Minister Zarif’s and Deputy Minister Abdollahian’s analysis of the current situation in the region, and its impact on the conflict in Syria. He underscored the absence of a military solution to this conflict and recalled the imperative for all its parties to uphold the principle of the protection of civilians.
Mr. de Mistura’s consultations are part of a rolling process to seek views of all Syrian and relevant regional and international parties on the operationalization of the Geneva Communiqué. In this context, Mr. de Mistura continues to meet separately with regional stakeholders and members of the Security Council. The Special Envoy is working to finalize his proposals to the Secretary-General on a way forward to support Syrian parties in their search of a political solution to the conflict, in preparation for a briefing to the Security Council.
زار المبعوث الخاص إلى سوريا ستيفان دي مستورا طهران اليوم حيث التقى مع وزير الشؤون الخارجية، السيد محمد جواد ظريف، ونائب وزير الشؤون الخارجية للشؤون الافريقية العربية، والسيد حسين أمير عبد اللهيان.
وشدد السيد دي مستورا خلال لقاءاته على الحاجة الملحة لإيجاد حل سياسي للصراع بقيادة سورية وتبادل وجهات النظر حول كيفية المضي قدما في العملية السياسية، بدعم من مجلس الأمن. كما أخذ المبعوث الخاص علماً وثيقاً بوجهات نظر الوزير ظريف ونائب الوزير عبد اللهيان في ما يخصّ الوضع الحالي في المنطقة، وتأثيره على الصراع في سوريا. وشدد على عدم وجود حل عسكري لهذا الصراع، وأشار إلى ضرورة تمسّك جميع الأطراف بمبدأ حماية المدنيين.
تشكّل مشاورات السيد دي مستورا جزءاً من عملية متواصلة للحصول على آراء جميع الأطراف السورية الإقليمية والدولية ذات الصلة من أجل تفعيل بيان جنيف. في هذا السياق، يواصل السيد دي مستورا الاجتماع بشكل منفصل مع الجهات المعنية السوريّة والإقليمية والدوليّة، كما مع أعضاء مجلس الأمن. ويعمل المبعوث الخاص على وضع اللمسات الأخيرة على المقترحات التي سيقدّمها إلى الأمين العام حول كيفيّة دعم الأطراف السورية في بحثهم عن حل سياسي للنزاع، وذلك استعدادا لإحاطة مجلس الأمن.
FIVE WEEKS INTO THE GENEVA CONSULTATIONS
Special Envoy de Mistura is continuing meetings with a broad spectrum of Syrian, regional and international interlocutors within the framework of the Geneva Consultations. Since 5 May 2015, Mr. de Mistura and Deputy Special Envoy Ramzy have met so far with representatives of the Syrian Government, the Syrian opposition Coalition and 39 Syrian political and civil society groups. They have also held 26 meetings with representatives of concerned Member States from the Security Council and the region, as well as regional organizations. This process is expected to continue into July 2015.
Mr. de Mistura reiterates his sincere hope and belief that guns will fall silent one day. It is inevitable, as has been seen in other conflicts. The sooner they fall silent, the more lives will be saved. It is the responsibility of all Syrian, regional and international actors to try to bring that day forward and to make every effort to protect civilians under any circumstances and at all times. This is particularly relevant to the unacceptable use of barrel bombs. Mr. de Mistura stresses that there is a general consensus that there cannot be a military solution to the Syrian tragedy. The use of force will only create further suffering, destruction and grievances. An inclusive and Syrian-led and owned political solution is urgently needed. Only such a solution can address the aspirations of the Syrian people and end the conflict in a sustainable manner.
The Geneva Consultations remain a rolling process of separate and informal meetings aimed at operationalizing the Geneva Communique of 30 June 2012. In the coming weeks, the Special Envoy intends to brief the Secretary-General on his findings from this process. Special Envoy de Mistura hopes to be in a position to present to the Secretary-General views on ways to help the Syrian parties reach a political solution, as per the Geneva Communique, to end the unacceptable bloodletting in their country, which has led to countless deaths and injuries, and destruction of cities, towns and villages.
In the framework of the Geneva Consultations, the United Nations Special Envoy for Syria, Mr. Staffan de Mistura, met today with a delegation from the Aga Khan Foundation, composed of Mr. Mohammad Wardeh, Mr. Mohammad Seifo and Mr. Ali Esmaiel. The delegation members discussed with Mr. de Mistura the situation on the ground and shared their perspectives for a political solution.
“Civil society organizations are an important element in conflict resolution, particularly their efforts to ensure that views and concerns of all parts of societies are addressed as they can bring the voice of people and communities on the ground,” Mr. de Mistura said at the end of his meeting. “This is why their contribution is critical for a sustainable political solution which would promote human rights, pluralism and democracy,” he added.
Geneva consultations are a rolling process to seek views of all Syrian and relevant regional and international parties on the operationalization of the Geneva Communiqué.
In this context, Mr. de Mistura continues to meet separately with Syrian actors from inside and outside Syria, as well as with concerned regional and international players.
Within the framework of the ongoing Geneva Consultations, Deputy Special Envoy Ramzy Ezzeldine Ramzy met today in Geneva with representatives of the Union of Syriac Women and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), who briefed on the situation in Syria. They discussed ways to support people in Syria in their daily humanitarian needs. Mr. Ramzy also discussed with the representatives of the Union of Syriac Women perspectives on a political solution to the Syrian conflict which could meet the needs of diverse components, which make up integral parts of the Syrian society.
At the end of today's meetings, Mr. Ramzy stressed that, "all should put their differences aside to ensure that aid reaches all those in need, but ultimately only a political solution would allow to address the deepening humanitarian crisis in a sustainable manner." While highlighting the urgent need for a political solution to the Syrian conflict, he added that, "it is critical that women organizations are included in any political process, fully participate in it and contribute to it".
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Written by Karl Merritt
I doubt that Leonard Pitts, Jr. has ever read anything that I have written, and we certainly have never engaged in conversation. If either of those were the case, I am certain he would contend I fit the description of an “honorary white” as he presents it in his column titled, “Honorary whiteness must be one powerful drug.” The column appeared in The Fayetteville Observer Thursday, July 25. Pitts, who is black, is an American commentator, journalist and novelist.
His column starts by explaining that “honorary white” was the status assigned to black performers from the United States who visited South Africa during the apartheid regime. He says The O’Jays, Tina Turner, Ray Charles, and Eartha Kitt were among those who received that designation. Pitts explained that receiving this designation allowed them “access to hotels and restaurants from which black Africans were barred.”
At this point, Pitts lays the groundwork for defining people like me as “honorary whites” in America. He writes:
“While there is no official “honorary white” status in this country, American politics has evolved a rough analog. As lily-white conservatism has lurched deeper into a brazen racism and xenophobia reminiscent of the 1950s, black and brown people willing to use their color to give it moral cover have seen themselves eagerly embraced by those whose sins they abet.”
Then Pitts reports the reactions of two supporters of President Donald Trump. This was in response to Trump telling “four congresswomen of color to ‘go back’ to their countries.” He said:
“But ultimately, the joke is always on them. In recent days, we’ve seen that lesson learned painfully and publicly by two men: a black Donald Trump voter named Kevin Martin and a Donald Trump friend of Puerto Rican heritage named Geraldo Rivera.
“The former told CNN last week that when Trump told four congresswomen of color to ‘go back’ to their countries, it ‘just came out of left field’ and ‘hit a lot of us in the gut.’ The latter, while loyally insisting Trump has ‘been treated unfairly,’ conceded to The New York Times that, ‘As much as I have denied it and averted my eyes from it, this latest incident made it impossible.’
“To which, the only appropriate response is: ‘Wow. Just ... wow.’”
The writer goes on to rehearse the usual list of Trump comments and actions that his accusers point to as indicators of him being racist. Then comes his claim that it is acceptable for blacks to be conservative as the term was once understood. His caveat is: “But this modern iteration doesn’t care about small government or muscular diplomacy. Rather, it is working to normalize racism and enshrine xenophobia, and if you’re black or brown and still don’t realize that, well, again, wow.”
The following statements go to the heart of what Leonard Pitts, Jr. thinks about people like me:
“One can only conclude that honorary whiteness must be one powerful drug. Side effects include cultural amnesia and (the) inability to process reality.
“You are not special, only useful. You’d be wise to learn the difference.”
What Leonard Pitts, Jr. presents is not unique to him. It is the dominant message to black Americans who have the unadulterated audacity to break free of “black group thought,” pursue facts and, at least, attempt to reach rational conclusions. If that process takes a black American to any other conclusion than that which is rooted in consistently seeing racism in every action that calls our people to individual responsibility; promoting the mental state of victimization and being entitled to all kinds of governmental assistance; distrusting white Americans for simply being white; justifying civil and criminal behavior; when beneficial to the black group thought” agenda, totally disregarding the rule of law; and the list goes on in similar fashion … we are called “honorary whites,” “Uncle Toms” and other demeaning names.
The aim is to, through intimidation and shaming, drive into silence or compliance with “black group thought,” any black who dares to think for him or herself and contrary to the tenets of “black group thought.” I confess to thinking, speaking and writing in ways that bring the wrath of the Leonard Pitts Juniors of the world squarely down on me.
However, I find reassurance in knowing that, although the group might be small, I am not alone. There are other black Americans who refuse to be controlled in their thinking who will not bow at the altar of “black group thought.” For instance, there is Dr. Ben Carson. Here is a black American who grew up in poverty in a single-parent household headed by his mother, dealt with anger issues early in life, but went on to become a renowned neurosurgeon, author and capable presidential candidate. He now serves as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development in the Trump administration.
There is absolutely no reason to think Leonard Pitts Jr. has spent any time in civil conversation with Trump. Carson clearly has done so on many occasions. Here is Carson’s assessment as reported in an article by Sandy Fitzgerald titled, “Ben Carson: Trump Is Not a Racist and Neither Are His Comments”:
‘Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson Wednesday rejected claims that President Donald Trump and his comments about four Democratic freshman congresswomen are racist.
“’I have an advantage of knowing the president very well,’ Carson told Fox News’ ‘America’s Newsroom.’ ‘He’s not a racist and his comments are not racist, but he loves the country very much and, you know, he has a feeling that those who represent the country should love it as well.’
“He added that Trump’s policies have resulted in minorities being lifted out of poverty through expanded work opportunities, and said a racist would not be interested in helping minority communities.
“Carson also on the program discussed the ‘opportunity zones’ program, which aims to make it easier for investors to take advantage of tax breaks to help benefit low-income communities.”
Like Carson, I am watching Trump’s actions and assessing him in light of those actions. That is my approach in dealing with people no matter who they are. When examined in light of actions, words that are contrary to the actions become meaningless. Even though Leonard Pitts, Jr. would assign “honorary whiteness” to Carson, me, and others who are black but support Trump, I will continue reading his commentary.
That is because of something my father said to me many years ago. I walked into a room where he was listening to a preacher on the radio. That preacher was not saying anything that made sense to me. Realizing Daddy must have recognized the absence of value in what was coming from that radio, I asked why he was listening. He responded, “No matter how senseless something seems, you can always learn from it.” Daddy was right; consequently, I will keep reading Pitts’ commentary so that I am constantly, and profoundly, reminded not to join in “black group thought.” Thank you, Mr. Pitts, Jr.
There are other black Americans who refuse to be controlled in their thinking who will not bow at the altar of “black group thought.”
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Arizona has most Indian language speakers
WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (UPI) -- Apache County in Arizona has 37,000 speakers of an American Indian language, the highest concentration in the nation, the U.S. Census Bureau says.
A report by the bureau's American FactFinder said although the majority of American Indian language speakers reside in areas where there are concentrated populations of American Indians or Alaskan indigenous peoples, only 5 percent of the residents of those areas speak a tribal language.
Sixty-five percent of tribal language speakers live in just three states -- Alaska, Arizona and New Mexico. Nine counties within the three states contain half the nation's tribal language speakers, the report said.
After Apache County in Arizona, McKinley County, N.M., has the second most speakers at 33,000. Together, about 20 percent of all American Indian language speakers in the nation live in these two counties.
The most commonly spoken American Indian language is Navajo, with more than 169,000 people speakers nationally -- nearly nine times larger than the second- and third-most commonly spoken languages of Yupik and Dakota, with each having about 19,000 speakers.
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From the Stacks: Butt Magazine
by Lisa Gulya
| 5/6/2008 9:57:00 AM
Tags: Media, Independent press, Independent magazines, Butt, Butt magazine, Gay culture,
Tired of inspecting female nudes in art museums, I happily retired to my host’s Paris apartment with a copy of Butt, an Amsterdam-based gay culture magazine we found in a nearby bookstore. Its Spring issue, number 22, includes a handful of amusing, if unfocused, interviews with a design duo, a hip-hop artist, and the creator of the portrait zine Shoot. The interviewers’ devotion is especially clear in a Q&A with deceased gay porn director Fred Halsted, whose posthumous “answers” the writer pieced together from archived articles. The editors’ appreciation of the male nude, in all its hairy variety, is evident throughout. Surprisingly, the candid nudity—men in their kitchens or standing in rumpled socks—seems more vulnerable than obscene; it’s even charming at times. Photos include a nude drummer feature, a six-page centerfold spread, and finally, the below-the-waist shots accompanying readers’ letters, some of the most succinct and hilarious writing in the mag.
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Armin van Buuren named ‘Global Oceans Ambassador’ for WWF
Top DJ and WWF team up to #beatplastic in oceans.
Zeist – WEBWIRE – Monday, December 16, 2019
World famous DJ Armin van Buuren named ‘Global Oceans Ambassador’ for WWF. © Sander Reneman
World-famous DJ, Armin van Buuren, and WWF are joining forces to motivate millions of people to join the movement to stop plastic waste being dumped in oceans. WWF is proud to announce that as Global Oceans Ambassador, Armin will contribute to the worldwide #BeatPlastic campaign.
Armin van Buuren says: “In between tours, I visited several WWF projects on Bali. There I could see with my own eyes how beautiful animals like turtles are affected by plastic pollution. These experiences opened my eyes and made me realize how much aid is needed. For years, I have been bringing people together through music. That’s my way of making the world a little better. Besides being a DJ and producer, I am also a father and I want to give my kids the world they deserve, a world that not only they can appreciate, but one that can be enjoyed by many generations to come.”
The DJ adds: “The WWF’s inspiring message of nature conservation appeals to me as a father, a person and a public figure. I’m proud to announce we are joining forces and that I can call myself a Global Oceans Ambassador.”
The top DJ and the nature organization intend to draw upon the #BeatPlastic campaign to mobilize Armin’s millions of fans, followers and supporters to stop plastic pollution. Urgent action is needed because at present, 8 million tons of plastic are dumped in the oceans each year.
Eradicating disposable plastic
As WWF ambassador, Armin is going to be active on various fronts. One of his projects is to ask his fans to sign the WWF petition, which calls on world leaders to draft an international binding UN treaty, containing concrete steps to stop plastic pollution. Armin is also going to set the right example by making his A State of Trance events plastic-smart.
Coordinated approach
Marco Lambertini, Director General, WWF International is delighted with the news of Armin being named WWF Global Oceans Ambassador: [i"[/i]Our Oceans are in crisis, threatened by climate change and overfishing, but also plastic pollution, which is set to double by 2030. Addressing this requires a concerted approach involving business, government and the public. Together with leading personalities like Armin we can inspire millions of people around the globe to speak up to ensure that plastics never become waste.”
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Ron Wexler, President and CEO of The Ten Commandments Commission Endorses “Operation Lifeshield”
WEBWIRE – Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Boca Raton, FL—June 19—Ron Wexler, President and CEO of the Ten Commandments Commission, has endorsed “Operation Lifeshield” and their efforts to protect the lives of innocent Israeli citizens, who are under the constant threat of attack.
“With a proxy war being waged even now between Iran and Israel, which already has left a million innocent Israelis with no homes and no shelters, there been a timelier lifesaving initiative than Operation Lifeshield,” The sages said, ‘He who saves one soul is compared to a man who saves an entire universe,’ said Wexler. “Operation Lifeshield’s proactive action is helping to remedy the dreadful situation in the Northern and Southern Israel that undoubtedly could save thousands of lives. The Ten Commandments Commission is standing 100% behind the efforts and the important work of Operation Lifeshield.”
Wexler formed the Ten Commandments Commission to coordinate a global movement on behalf of God’s eternal moral law and is devoted to defending and maintaining the Judeo-Christian moral tradition in society.
About Ron Wexler and the Ten Commandments Commission
Ron Wexler was born and educated in Israel and served in the Israel Defense Force during the Six-Day War of 1967 and the Yom Kippur War of 1973. Wexler formed the Ten Commandments Commission to coordinate a global movement on behalf of God’s eternal moral law. The Ten Commandments Commission is an organization devoted to defending and maintaining the Judeo-Christian moral tradition in society. For more information, go to www.tencommandmentsday.com.
About Operation LifeShield
Operation LifeShield provides transportable bomb shelters to cities and other areas that lack essential life-saving shelter in the event of an attack. The above ground shelters, carrying the seal of the IDF Homefront Command, are built offsite and are transported to the area in need. Each shelter can hold up to 30 people during an air raid emergency and can be transported should security needs have to be met in another location. The shelters come standard with special armored steel door and window sets, exterior and interior lighting, electrical outlets, phone and cable outlets, and a generator hookup preparation. Upon certification each shelter then gets strategically placed in areas where civilians are most vulnerable.
To find out more about “Operation Lifeshield” shelters or to make a donation that will save the lives of innocent Israeli citizens, go to www.operationlifeshield.com. Donations may also be sent to: Operation Lifeshield, 270 Madison Ave. 17th Floor, New York, NY- 10016
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The recent shocking images of children in cages brought home the reality of the immigration crisis that the United States is currently facing. With a government that looks on immigration negatively, immigrants are finding it increasingly more difficult to get into the US legally and safely. It is a situation that has been blown out of proportion and continues the efforts to make it harder for immigrants including refugees. This leaves individual citizens positioned to be the driving force to help make a difference. What can be done to help aid in making it easier for immigrants to have decent lives in the US. How can we as individual citizens help?
Support individuals and families in your community
Ask ten of your friends, and it is likely that one of them knows an immigrant person or family. Mundane items are hard to access for these people that often live in poverty. Even simple hygiene items such as toilet paper are sometimes unaffordable. You can help set up an assistance center where you and your friends can donate these items.
New immigrants into the US sometimes face language barrier challenges making it hard to access public service. The most important thing for them is to learn English as quick as possible to have access job interviews and other livelihood opportunities. Volunteering as an English tutor can be very helpful.
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When the president announced the first travel ban, a number of organizations rushed to help immigrants at airports. There are about 300 organizations working with immigrants across the US. You contact them for advice on how to channel your donations. The Refugee Council USA keeps a register of organizations working with immigrants. The donations can be in cash or in-kind. Old clothes, furniture, sports gear and other stuff that you don’t need could be very useful to these people who cannot afford them.
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There are a number of projects by immigrants that are listed on crowdfunding sites like GoFundMe. Look for one that interests you, has a great need and good potential to support immigrant causes. Crowdfunding sites make it easy to donate and support worthy causes.
It can be a bit awkward at first because of the language barrier and cultural differences, but making friends with immigrants can be a very enriching experience. Hello Neighbor is a website that can help you connect to an immigrant near you. We all must learn to make friends, discuss challenges and get to know each other to help one another live our most productive lives.
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Wright Institute hosts Diversity Recruitment Intensive event
The Wright Institute hosted a day-long event for applicants who identify as first-generation college students and/or people of color to explore degree options in the psychology field, meet students and faculty, and ask questions about graduate school. We were lucky to spend the day with such strong prospective students!
This event was hosted as part of the Wright Institute Pipeline to Advanced Degrees. We look forward to hosting additional events in the future to support students from underrepresented groups as they explore their options.
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Student Spotlight: Joe Latuga
After two years in the Wright Institute Counseling Psychology Program, Joe Latuga is about to graduate and move on to the next challenge. "The last two years have been such a journey for me, both personally and professionally," he says. "My experience has reaffirmed my decision to come back to school, and I'm sad that it's almost over!"
Latuga studied psychology at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, graduated in 2012, and became the director of a gymnastics school before working as an HIV test counselor. After participating in AIDS/LifeCycle in 2014, he moved to California and began working as a weekly volunteer for the San Francisco AIDS Foundation's Strut Program. "That work was really intense," Latuga says, "but it allowed me to realize that this is the kind of work I wanted to make a career out of."
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Get to know Jeanette Lopez-Urbina - Core Faculty, Counseling Psychology Program
Jeanette Lopez-Urbina, LCSW, recently became a core faculty member with the Wright Institute Counseling Psychology Program. Lopez-Urbina teaches Community Mental Health, Family Therapy II, Family Violence & Protection, and Professional Development Seminar, and serves on the program's diversity committee. She sat down with the Wright Institute's Dalton Green to discuss her career, what she enjoys about teaching, the importance of diverse representation in psychology, and her plans for the future.
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Alumni Spotlight: Alonso Medrano Class of 2018
In the 11 months since graduating from the Wright Institute Counseling Psychology Program, Alonso Medrano has had no problems keeping busy. On top of raising his three children with his wife, Maria, Medrano spent time at Napa County Department of Children's Mental Health and Mentis before settling at Camille Creek Community School.
"I get the summers off at Camille Creek, which has been nice. Having time where I'm not working has really allowed me to realize how quickly life picks up," says Medrano, who lives in Napa County. "It was just a year ago that I graduated, and this summer I've been able to reflect on all the adjustments I've made in my life recently."
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The ACT Workbook for Teens with OCD: Unhook Yourself and Live Life to the Full
Wright Institute Clinical Psychology Adjunct Faculty member Patricia Zurita Ona, PsyD, is releasing a new workbook based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP). The ACT Workbook, to be released in December, teaches teens with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) "new skills to handle the stream of pesky obsessions" that show up in their mind.
Zurita Ona dedicates this workbook to all the teens she's worked with. They are "the best consultants I have ever had," says Zurita Ona. "With this workbook, I hope to make ACT and ERP less mysterious and more accessible."
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Past, Present, and Future Counseling Psychology Students Mingle at Alumni Forum
On Tuesday, July 7, seven distinguished alumni returned to the Wright Institute Counseling Psychology Program campus for the Summer 2019 Alumni Forum. Jason Shepherd (Class of 2009), Caiti Crum (2010), Ian Vianu (2014), Beth Greivel (2015), Hazel Zetino (2016), JJ Medina (2017), and Krystal Jacobs (2017) served as panelists, while Field Placement Director Stuart Lee moderated the discussion.
Each of the seven alumni imparted valuable advice for the dozens of current and incoming students in attendance. The graduates discussed the licensure process, their time at practicum, the intricacies of the counseling profession, some of their professional experiences since graduating, and issues of identity in therapy.
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Alexandra Keller, PsyD Presents on "The Coming Out Experience"
Wright Institute Clinical Psychology Program graduate Alexandra Keller, PsyD presented her study, "The Coming Out Experience…" at the annual Western Psychological Association (WPA) Convention in Pasadena, California on April 26th. Alongside four co-presenters - Wright Institute Clinical Psychology faculty member Lynn O'Connor, PhD, Samford University professor Jack Berry, UC Berkeley student Patricia Hidalgo-Gonzalez, and Graduate Theological Union researcher David Stiver - Keller presented the findings of a survey that aimed to determine why members of the LGBT community may avoid disclosing sexual orientation or gender identity. "Is it because of an internal discomfort at their own identity," Keller asks, "or is it because it is not yet safe to come out?"
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Ethnoracial Disparities in Traumatic Stress and its Consequences
On Friday, May 24, Nnamdi Pole, PhD delivered "Ethnoracial Disparities in Traumatic Stress and its Consequences," a talk that explored the factors that contribute towards demographic differences in rates of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In his talk, Pole stressed that the analyses of PTSD diagnoses and symptoms, and of cross-cultural differences, describe trends rather than the experience of any particular member of an ethnic group.
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Wright Institute Students of Color "Party in the Margins" Event
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From Wednesday, May 15, to Friday, May 17, Wright Institute Students of Color (WISOC) hosted the 2019 Wright Institute Multicultural Symposium. Titled "Party in the Margins," the event featured guest speakers and performers, music, food, a student open mic, and collaborative art pieces.
"As organizers, we felt we needed to have a strengths-based approach incorporated into our symposium," says Joshua Chow, a Wright Institute Clinical Psychology Program student and one of the organizers of the event. "That's why we supported the theme name 'Party in the Margins.' We're so often told to be silent with our marginalized identities, but as a form of resistance (and fun) we wanted to celebrate our identities."
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Auto Shares Surge As Fiat, Renault Confirm Merger Talks
With President Trump in Japan for a state visit and most of Europe headed to the polls to vote in the quinquennial EU Parliamentary elections, there was enough news to keep market watchers occupied during what was supposed to be a quiet holiday weekend in the US.
But on top of these political headlines, on Saturday afternoon, the news broke that Italian-American carmaker Fiat Chrysler had approached France's Renault with a merger proposal that would leave the shareholders of each carmaker with half of the combined company, in a tie-up that would create the world's third-largest automaker by production.
Several updates followed, and according to the most current reports published Monday morning, Renault - which has been struggling to forge a new path after the arrest of CEO Carlos Ghosn soured relations with Nissan, its longtime partner - was seriously considering the offer. Fiat confirmed on Monday that it made the "transformative merger" proposal, which notably comes during a period when car sales are slumping around the world and automakers are lying off tens of thousands of employees.
Here's more from the New York Times:
Both companies talked over the weekend about a strategic partnership. But proposing a full-blown merger illustrates the urgency that automakers feel as they stand on the brink of what may be the biggest period of transition since the early days of the automobile.
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles said in a statement that it was motivated by "the need to take bold decisions to capture at scale the opportunities created by the transformation of the auto industry in areas like connectivity, electrification and autonomous driving."
Renault said Monday that its board would consider Fiat’s "friendly proposal."
Confirmation of the merger talks sent shares of European automakers 1.8% higher in early European trade, while shares of both Fiat and Renault gapped higher from their closing levels on Friday, a sign that investors are readily embracing the merger.
However, before traders get too enthusiastic, there are many delicate aspects of a merger between the two European auto giants that still need to be worked out. Given the French government's stake in Renault (the State of France is its largest shareholder), the involvement of political leaders in Paris and Rome is almost inevitable, as both sides will likely fight to save as many jobs as possible. Already, one senior League lawmaker told the Italian press that Italy might consider buying a stake in Fiat Chrysler to match France's stake in Renault to protect against job cuts.
"We will focus particularly on the national interest," senior League lawmaker Claudio Borghi said. "Given the state presence in Renault, the fact that two companies of this size plan to merge has to be looked at with special care."
But as automakers look for ways to consolidate to ease the inevitable transition from combustion engines to electric-powered vehicles, we imagine shareholders and customers are looking forward to the innovations a combined Fiat-Chrysler-Renault will inevitably produce.
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On entering the park, the wristband is placed on the child's arm.
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“Radu's reading is fully worked-out, and it arrests the listener's interest from the opening bars of the work. The choir and soloists respond enthusiastically to his concept, and soprano Andrea Lauren Brown shows total confidence in Exsultate, jubilate, the virtuoso solo showpiece that opens the disc. The singers of the Ama Deus Ensemble are a cut above the average American choir in terms of intonation and control. In short, the performance is an exciting one.”
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"Soprano Andrea Lauren Brown whose name goes up in lights here courtesy of an Exsultate, Jubilate sung with beauty and charm. She phrases like an angel while tossing off the coloratura passages with elan and demonstrating custard donut tone at every turn... if you want to hear a lovely voice at work in a celestial score, you'll find one here."
- American Record Guide, November, 2006
"Valentin Radu's performance on Lyrichord is enjoyably direct, with the Ama Deus Choral group lyrically strong and characterful. The excellent team of soloists is led by Andrea Brown, who opens the disc with a memorable performance of the Exsultate Jubilate. Tempi are very comparable to those chosen by Colin Davis, although Radu's account is less fiercely dramatic than the LSO version; but it is enjoyably full-blooded and committed, and very well recorded."
- THE PENGUIN GUIDE TO RECORDED CLASSICAL MUSIC, 2009 EDITION
“Soprano Andrea Lauren Brown was the star of the evening - alive to every word and note in Mozarts first masterpiece, Exsultate, Jubilate. Brown smiled serenely through the coloratura and, throughout the piece, exuded the joy that is its essence.”
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's final and most magnificent choral masterpiece, his Requiem in D Minor, K. 626 for orchestra, chorus and solo quartet and his earlier, florid vocal cantata, Exsultate, Jubilate, K. 165—are given a superb new recording by conductor Valentin Radu and his Ama Deus Ensemble, marking their Lyrichord CD debut. The Philadelphia-based group is comprised of that city's finest professional choral singers and players, many from the ranks of the Philadelphia Orchestra. The solo quartet for the Requiem includes Jody Kidwell, mezzo; Kenneth Garner, tenor; Ed Bara, basso and the distinguished European based soprano Andrea Brown, who is also featured in Mozart's dazzling Exsultate for strings and soprano soloist.
Conductor Valentin Radu, founder and artistic director of both Ama Deus Ensemble and the Vox Renaissance Consort, has also made guest appearances throughout Europe with major orchestras. His extensive discography with producer John Ostendorf includes the choral masterworks of Handel, Bach and Vivaldi for a number of labels.
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1 ARIA: Exsultate, jubilate (4:39)
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3 ARIA: Tu virginum corona (6:05)
4 ARIA: Alleluja (2:45)
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9 SOLO QUARTET: Recordare (5:45)
10 CHORUS: Confutatis (2:36)
11 CHORUS: Lacrymosa (3:07)
12 CHORUS/QUARTET: Domine Jesu (3:11)
13 CHORUS: Hostias (3:21)
14 CHORUS: Sanctus (1:39)
15 SOLO QUARTET: Benedictus (5:18)
16 CHORUS/SOPRANO Agnus Dei (9:01)
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Current: Waihilau Falls
"Waihilau Falls"
Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States
Status: Confirmed
This waterfall has been confirmed to exist by the World Waterfall Database, but specific details and information are not yet established.
Waimanu Falls consists of three impossibly tall and slender threads of white water veiling down a tremendous cliff covered in lush green vegetation. The wall of the amphitheater is approximately 2600' (792m) tall according to the USGS topographical maps of the area.
History and Naming
Waihilau Falls is the Unofficial name of this waterfall.
If access weren't so difficult, this could be a world famous valley. Mercifully, the difficulty in accessing the place is also responsible for its pristine condition. The average day hiker simply won't get here. The dedicated trampers that DO make it are the sort of people who have a reverence for nature in the first place. This valley is one of the amphitheaters that formed on the flanks of the extinct Kohala Volcano. Myriad rivulets and streams gather on the flanks of the old volcano and merge, streaming over the enormous valley walls. Happily, if you DO make it to the valley, you've reached a pristine and remote valley that has 4 very tall waterfalls. Waimanu Falls is located at the headwall of the amphitheater on the west side of the valley. On the way, you'll pass Wai'ilikahi Falls, Kakaauki Falls, and Lahomene Falls, each well over a thousand feet in height.
Getting here is the difficult thing. Once you're here, photography is straightforward. The falls present themselves wholly, no fancy geological architecture, just 3 tall thin drops veiling side by side down a lush green wall. Cloud cover will be a possible threat here. Our advice, should you go to the falls, is to take many photos and bracket your shots. The amount of effort to reach this destination shouldn't go to waste.
Elevation: 2950 feet
USGS Map: Kamuela 7 1/2 7 1/2"
Access is difficult as you have to first make the trip to the Waipio Valley. You will then climb 1200' (366m) up the Muliwai trail on the opposite side of the valley, traverse a series of ridges and valleys, then descend into Waimanu Valley. It is a hard 9 mile one way hike. The alternative is to kayak from Waipio Valley west to Waimanu Valley, but winds are fickle along the north shore of the Big Island. Also, if you DO make it to the valley, you'll need a filtration system for drinking water as leptospirosis is possibly present in the water. You'll also need a camping permit. They're free, but you should make reservations. Call the Hawaii State Division of Forestry and Wildlife at 808-974-4221.
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Magnitude 59.81
Absolute Magnitude 92.09
IWC Rating 2.91
Global Score 2.63
Country Score 71.01
State Score Not Rated
Location 20.113398, -155.657393
Appx. Elevation 2950 feet (asl)
Total Height 2,600 feet 792 meters
Tallest Drop 2,600 feet 792 meters
Num of Drops 1
Avg. Width 25 feet 8 meters
Max. Width
Pitch 78 degrees
Run 560 feet 171 meters
Form Segmented Horsetails
Watershed Waimanu Stream
Stream Waihilau Stream
Avg. High Volume 50 cfs (11 months) 1 cms
Avg. Low Volume 1 cfs (1 months) 0 cms
Source Runoff
Flow Consistency 12 months
Best Flow Rainy season
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The Total Height listed for the waterfall represents the difference in elevation from the top of the uppermost drop, to the bottom of the lowermost drop of the waterfall, including all stretches of interstitial stream in between. Stream between two tiers of a waterfall is counted in its overall height regardless of whether or not that section of the stream would be legitimately considered a waterfall on its own right, were it to be isolated. Waterfalls with only one drop will of have the height of only the single drop listed here.
Tallest Drop
The Tallest Drop figure represents the height of the largest single drop within a multi-stepped waterfall. Waterfalls with only one drop will have the total height of the waterfall repeated here.
Num of Drops
The Number of Drops in a waterfall is a tally of the total number of distinct drops which make up the waterfall. Stretches of interstitial stream in between two or more distinct drops of a single waterfall are NOT considered to be distinct drops of the waterfall unless the section of stream in question would otherwise qualify as a waterfall were it to be isolated.
Avg Width
The Average Width of the waterfall represents the breadth of the waterfall from bank to bank under typical flow conditions, or if the waterfall has been Cataloged, under the conditions which it was most thoroughly surveyed. Often this number will be approximated because of a lack of approachability to many waterfalls. We often utilize Google Earth to measure the width (where imagery is of sufficient quality and resolution to allow it.
Maximum Width represents a hypothetical measurement of roughly how wide a waterfall could get during peak streamflow or flood conditions. For smaller waterfalls, this figure will generally not differ much from the Average Width measurement, but for broader waterfalls - especially those that feature a crest that isn't constricted - this figure can at times be consideraby larger. Like the Average Width measurement, this measurement will take into account the difference in width at the top and bottom of the waterfall as much as possible, but will often be made based on the width of the crest of th falls alone.
The Pitch of a waterfall is an estimated - often very roughly - measure of the average slope or steepness of a waterfall. The Pitch figure only takes into account sections of stream which are actively falling. Pools or stretches of level stream in between two or more successive drops of the falls will not factor in this figure. As an example, a waterfall which features two truly free-falling leaps separated by several dozen yards of flat stream will have a Pitch of 90 degrees. Similarly, a waterfall with two drops separated by a pool, one with a true free-falling drop, and one with a Horsetail type fall will average the two, so while the Plunging drop has a Pitch of 90 degrees, if the Horsetail drop has a Pitch of 45 degrees, the total Pitch will be roughly 67 degrees.
The Run of a waterfall is a measurement representing the total linear distance on the ground between the top and bottom of a waterfall. This figure is not often easy to establish with a high degree of precision and as such will often be estimated. Waterfalls with a longer Run will usually either be less steep, often cascading type waterfalls, or will feature multiple steps separated by shorter stretches of a more gradual gradient streambed.
The system of classification of waterfall forms we use is a heavily modified derivative of the classifications outlined by Greg Plumb in his "Waterfall Lover's Guide to the Pacific Northwest" books. While plumb uses eight distnct forms, we wanted further granularity and opted to break down the hierarchy twofold: first based on the overall pitch of the waterfall, and then based on what shape the fall takes as it makes its descent. There are five primary Categories of falls in this system: Plunge, Horsetail, Steep Cascades, Shallow Cascades, and Rapids. Additional deliniation is then applied depending on characteristics such as the breadth of the falls, whether it splits into two or more channels, whether it falls in multiple successive drops, etc. For more information on our waterfall form classifications, see the Help page.
The watershed which a waterfall occurs within, if it is specified, will be based on the ultimate distributary watercourse to the ocean. For example, Washington's Palouse Falls occurs along the Palouse River - which is a tributary to the Snake River, which is itself a tributary to the Columbia River, which ultimately enters the Pacific Ocean, so Palouse Falls would then fall within the Columbia River watershed. Streams which empty directly into the ocean, or into a minor basin which then empties to the ocean will often have this field left blank.
The name of the watercourse which the waterfall occurs along. If the watercourse is not known to have an officially or colloquially recognized name, this field is left blank.
The volume of water present in the stream at the location of the waterfall. This is often the most difficult figure to pin down because accurately measuring streamflow is not a simple process. We will rely on USGS data as much as possible, and attempt to take into account seasonal fluctuations in stream levels if possible. There is no guarantee that this figure will be accurate, and in cases where there is no USGS data to use, it may be a very, very rough estimate at best.
If known, the primary source of the watercourse which produces the waterfall will be listed here. This is helpful in determining whether a waterfall may flow more consistently during certain periods of the year - streams which originate in Springs, Lakes, or Glaciers will often flow more consistently throughout the year than those fueled by simply Runoff. The source of the stream may also be either unknown or undetermined.
Flow Consistency
A rough estimation of how many months out of the year the stream which produces the waterfall will actually hold water. The vast majority of waterfalls featured on this website will technically be truly perennial waterfalls (those that flow all year long), but some may see their flow dwindle greatly in the late summer months. This figure will not take into account the winter months when the waterfall may freeze, because in such cases the waterfall will very often be inaccessible. Entries which specify a Flow Consistncy of 12 Months should in general have an acceptable flow at any time of year (but may be better during certain periods - see below).
Best Flow
A general estimate of the best period of the year during which time the falls will be considered at optimal conditions, or flowing at their best. There may be variance within the range specified where the flow will be better or worse, but visiting at any time in the range specified (if available) will generally present the waterfall in its best light.
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Waterfalls which are Cataloged we have visited and surveyed in person. Statistical information should be quite accurate (for the most part), and exact measurements will often be available (information is not guaranteed to always be up to date). Detailed information, directions, and photographs will almost always be available.
Confirmed Waterfalls are known to exist, should be relatively accurately mapped and geotagged, and the statistical information available will often be dependable. If height information is presented, it may be estimated but should be accurate. Directions will not likely be available.
Unconfirmed Waterfalls are often marked on a published map, but we have yet to confirm the exact location and / or whether or not its stature is significant enough to qualify for listing in the database. Statistical information may be estimated and may be inaccurate. No directions.
Waterfalls marked as Unknown are either suspected to exist based on heresay or a hunch, or we have received unverified information suggesting a waterfall may exist near the location provided but cannot corroborate it in any way. Geodata may not be accurate, the location may not be known at all, and statistical information will be estimated and highly inaccurate.
Inundated Waterfalls have been submerged beneath lakes or reservoirs, usually a result of impoundment of a river behind a dam, and most often no longer functionally exist (there may be rare exceptions). We maintain records for these features out of historical importance.
Though not common, some waterfalls can be found entirely underground within cave systems. Access to subterranean waterfalls can vary from easy via developed walkways to requiring a high level of extremely technical spelunking skill, including familiarity with ropework and a distinct lack of claustrophobia.
Waterfalls which have been marked as Disqualified do not have the necessary stature or features to qualify as a legitimate waterfall according to our criteria. We will maintain records for entries with this status where the feature is well known and / or may have been historically referred to as a waterfall at some point in time.
Posted Waterfalls are known to exist, and we may have a large amount of information associated with them, but are located on private property and are not legally accessible to the general public. Accessing waterfalls with this status should not be attempted without first being explicitly granted permission of the property owner.
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Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI and TME: last success of the Mitsubishi and Makinen combination (Lancer Evo part III)
2018-03-26 2019-12-23 llluis555 2 Comments
As we saw in a previous post, 1998 was the most successful season in the history of Mitsubishi and Ralliart Team in rallying. In addition to drivers and manufacturers title, they had won all races since August 1998 in a row, in such specific rallies as Finland, Sanremo, Australia and Great Britain. And all with a group A car, without the design possibilities allowed to WRC cars, although with more freedom to introduce extensive modifications during the season.
And things could have gone worse the next year, as FIA modified WRC regulations for season 99, in the sense that size of aerodynamic devices had to be reduced. This forced Mitsubishi to redesign the car, and although the car base was maintained, the new car was renamed as Evo VI. Mitsubishi engineers were able enough to turn such reduction into an advantage, as new design performed even better than before.
Front spoiler redesign allowed to increase airflow entering into the engine bay to cool down the engine and brakes. To do that, integrated fog lamps were moved towards the sides of the bumper, and car plate was minimized. Also, the fog lamps were protected with a hemispherical cover, which allowed a smoother airflow around them, leading to drag reduction. The car was homologated in January 1999 with a front bumper total opening area of 2129 cm², according to Homologation Form (extension 12/08 VO).
picture by Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
T.Makinen/R.Mannisenmäki, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI, Rally Catalunya 1999, 3rd
While NACA duct on the right side of the bonnet and side skirts were not modified, the biggest change took place at the car rear, with a new, redesigned rear wing.
Wicker was separated from the top of the boot lid and repositioned as a second wing….but complaints from the other WRC teams forced Mitsubishi to block the space below with carbon fiber inserts. Even so, the new design resulted in a even higher stability at high speed, and contributing to a drag coefficient of 0,30, same as for Evo IV. Upper wing still could be adjusted at four different angles of incidence (0, 6, 12 and 18 degrees), as in Evo V.
picture by eWRC.cz
T.Makinen/R.Mannisenmäki, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI, Rally of Great Britain 1999, ret.
As in previous seasons, part of the success of the team was built during the test season. The combination of Tommi Makinen and Lasse Lampi driving and car setup fine tuning abilities with the knowledge of Ohlins dampers engineer Pekka Siltanen and the support of some Japanese engineers (with Iwao Kimata in charge of the relationship with the European team), all under the supervision of Bernard Lindauer, Ralliart Technical Manager, allowed the team to make the difference with respect to the rest of the WRC cars. Also the newcomer Freddie Loix developed two series of tests in December 98, in France and Lapland, to get used to the new car.
T.Makinen/R.Mannisenmäki, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI, Rally Montecarlo 1999, 1st
Car debut in Rally Montecarlo 1999 could not have been better, as Makinen obtained, at last, his first win in the principality of Monaco and repeated in Sweden, to confirm he was once again the first contender for the title.
M.Grönholm/T.Rautianen, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI, Rally Portugal 1999, ret.
Different problems with the car prevented the car from winning again until a new suspension was introduced in Portugal, where Marcus Grönholm replaced an injured Loix.
T.Makinen/R.Mannisenmäki, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI, Rally of New Zealand 1999, 1st
Once new suspension started to work adequately, Makinen was able to win in New Zealand, which repositioned him into a leading role in the Championship.
picture by Petr Fitz – eWRC.cz
F.Loix/S.Smeets, Mitsubishi Carisma GT, Rally Sanremo 1999, 4th
Introduction of an active differential lead the Finn driver to another win in Sanremo, and in spite of strong opposition from Subaru’s Richard Burns in the last two rallies of the season, Makinen’s third position in Australia ensured his fourth consecutive drivers’ title.
T.Makinen/R.Mannisenmäki, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI, Rally Australia 1999, 3rd
Season 2000 started the same for Mitsubishi, with Makinen obtaining his second win in Montecarlo. But Sweden showed the new trend of the Championship, with the brand new Peugeot 206 WRC giving his first victory to Marcus Grönholm, ahead of Makinen.
Results did not improve for the Marlboro Mitsubishi Ralliart team, and after a series of retirements for both cars, decision was taken to align since Rally Finland 2000 a redesign of the car, based on the Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen special edition (also known as Evo VI½ or TME), launched by Mitsubishi to commemorate the four titles of the Finnish driver.
Lancer Evo TME
T.Makinen/R.Mannisenmäki, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo TME, Rally Catalunya 2001, 3rd
The main difference of the Evo TME versus the Evo VI was a redesigned, less aggressive front bumper, but with a more prominent front splitter (in white), designed to generate higher downforce by reducing the amount of air entering below the car. New front bumper included even bigger air inlets (2408 cm², that is, a 13% increase over Evo VI), as well as a new air outlet on the left side (51 cm²). Design of the outlet included vanes, in order to minimize the impact of exiting airflow with dominant, external flow: the smaller the interaction, the smaller the drag generated.
F.Loix/S.Smeets, Mitsubishi Carisma GT Evo TME, Rally of Cyprus 2000, 8th
Also, airflow ducts were redesigned, which improved aerodynamics and engine cooling. Fog lamps were removed and blinded, while the overall weight of the car was reduced by 25-30 kg. No changes were done in the rear of the car, which was homologated in April 2000 (see Homologation Form) as Variant options (VO).
T.Makinen/R.Mannisenmäki, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI TME, Rally Finland 2000, 4th
After an extensive test program of three months, including a full eight days test in Finland previous to the rally, the first appearance of the revamped Evo only allowed Makinen to be fourth at his home rally, due to suspension misadjustments. Things slowly improved in the next rallies, but it was not until Sanremo Rally when Makinen gave the team his first podium with the new car by finishing third.
T.Makinen/R.Mannisenmäki, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI TME, Rally Australia 2000, DQ
He then recovered his fighting spirit in Australia, when he managed to return over leader Grönholm in the last leg and finished first on the road….to be disqualified hours later due to a turbo not in conformity to homologation. Makinen finished then third in Rally of Great Britain, to close the season with just one victory and three more podium positions. He was fifth in the Championship, closing a series of four years of success.
T.Makinen/R.Mannisenmäki, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI TME, Rally Montecarlo 2001, 1st
For 2001, FIA forced all teams to compete under WRC category, while Mitsubishi was allowed to keep aligning the Evo VI½ with the only condition that a WRC model would be launched during the season. Only modification allowed was an increase of 25mm of rear suspension travel, in order to allow similar values of the WRC cars, with no impact on the external appearance of the car. Development of the modifications, as well as of the new WRC car, was carried out in Rugby by Olivier Maroselli, Roger Estrada and Phil Roach, under the supervision of Technical Manager Bernard Lindauer.
T.Makinen/R.Mannisenmäki, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI TME, Rally Portugal 2001, 1st
In spite of still driving a group A car, things started very well for Mitsubishi, as Makinen got his third consecutive win in Montecarlo, while Thomas Rådström was second in Sweden. Makinen won also in Portugal, under heavy rain, after a thrilling battle with Carlos Sainz (Ford Focus). Both drivers were separated just by 0.3 seconds before the last stage, Ponte de Lima, where Makinen gave all to win by a narrow margin of 8 seconds.
T.Makinen/R.Mannisenmäki, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI TME, Rally Safari 2001, 1st
With an old car and the team concentrated on the development of the new car, Makinen still obtained a third position in the asphalt of Rally Catalunya, and very unexpectedly, he won the Rally Safari, in which was going to be his last victory for Mitsubishi, and more important, the last win of the Japanese company to date, even though they kept taking part in the Championship for some more years, until 2005. But this is another story…for a next post.
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Video shows Parkland shooter's interrogation
Several hours of video showing the interrogation of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooter Nikolas Cruz, who spoke about a voice in his head, have been released by prosecutors in Florida. CNN's Rosa Flores reports.
Posted: Aug 9, 2018 6:17 PM
Updated: Aug 9, 2018 6:47 PM
Several hours of video showing the interrogation of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooter Nikolas Cruz, who spoke about a voice in his head, were released Wednesday by prosecutors in Florida.
The video release came two days after a transcript of the interview was made public.
Cruz told a detective shortly after the February massacre that a voice in his head the night before the shooting told him to hurt people.
Cruz is accused of killing 17 students and faculty at the school in Parkland, Florida. Court documents show the former student has confessed to being the gunman. However, a judge entered a plea of not guilty on Cruz's behalf after he stood mute to the charges in March.
Documents released by the Broward County State Attorney's Office include a transcript of Cruz's conversation with a detective after his arrest on the day of the shooting, February 14.
The transcript shows the gunman talking about his deceased parents and a demon that Cruz said was in his head. The document also details a meeting Cruz had with his younger brother.
In the beginning of the interview, the detective asked Cruz whether he would like some cold water. Cruz answered, "I don't know" and then when pressed by the detective why he didn't know, he told him, "I don't deserve it."
Cruz was read his rights and chose to continue the videotaped interview with the detective, according to the transcript.
Several times when the detective left the room, Cruz spoke to himself saying, "Kill me. Just (expletive) kill me. (expletive)."
Another time, Cruz said, "I want to die. At the end you're nothing but worthless (expletive), dude. You deserve to die."
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Student journalist interviewed classmates as shooter walked Parkland school halls
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The National Heritage List for England
This new online facility allows full access to the Register for England for both buildings and gardens, see http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/
National Parks and Gardens Database
Yorkshire has many important historic landscapes. To see more information on nearly 300 of these sites, go to the national database at http://www.parksandgardens.org.
Wentworth Castle and Stainborough Park
This Grade I South Yorkshire park and gardens has undergone extensive restoration. Through our nominated trustee we have been giving help and advice for several years. It is now going to be run by the National Trust, opening this summer - https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/features/working-together-to-secure-the...
Yorkshire and Humber Historic Environment Forum
The YGT is a member of the Yorkshire and Humber Historic Environment Forum, thus helping shape the heritage strategy for the region. https://www.theheritagealliance.org.uk/historic-environment-forum-2/
Search for North Yorkshire's veteran trees
Download North Yorkshire's veteran trees information (PDF file).
The Apple and Pear Register
Do you know of a locally esteemed apple not nationally known? It may be a candidate for The Local Apple Register. Contact Simon Clark for details of the scheme and how to get involved.
email: simonclark49 [at] gmail.com
Pears, such a magnificent but neglected component of our traditional orchards, are currently a closed book as to what varieties occur. Identification is a fascinating challenge as many turn out to be 18th or 19th C Belgium or French varieties. Why? Contact Simon Clark at the above address or Philip Rainford to take up the challenge.
email: p.f.rain [at] btinternet.com
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The state has some of the longest caves and the highest waterfalls in India.
YN Desk
Updated on March 6, 2018
Meghalaya is spread over an area of 22,429 sq. km. It shares its borders with only one state, Assam, and has an international boundary with Bangladesh.
Capital- Shilong
Districts – 11
Population – 2,966,889
Assembly seats – 60
Lok Sabha seats – 2
Rajya Sabha seats – 1
Literacy rate – 75.48%
Sex ratio – 968
(Read- Understanding India’s Demography, From Population to Literacy and Sex Ratio)
Political Background
Williamson A. Sangma was the first Chief Minister of the state which was created on 21 January 1972. The current incumbent Conrad Sangma belongs to the National People’s Party (NPP). Son of former Lok Sabha Speaker and state Chief Minister Purno A Sangma, he took oath of office on 6 March 2018.
He replaced Mukul Sangma of the Indian National Congress (INC) after the NPP formed a five-party coalition following the assembly elections. The state Governor is Ganga Prasad.
History And People
Meghalaya is the homeland of the Khasis, Jaintias and Garos. Members of all three of these ethnic communities follow the matrilineal system and take their family lineage from the mother’s side
The districts of Khasi Hills in the centre, Jaintia Hills in the east and Garo Hills in the west were independent Kingdoms in the British Rule before they were combined into Assam. Meghalaya was a part of Assam even after attaining Independence till it became a self-governing state.
State Exclusives
Meghalaya is a part of the ‘Seven Sisters’ with Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland and Tripura.
Mawsynram and Cherrapunji located in the state receive the heaviest rainfall on the earth. Name of Mawsynram has also been included in the ‘Guinness Book of World Records‘.
The Indigenous Terra Madre organised in 2015 was one of the world’s largest food gatherings of indigenous people (tribals) in the world.
According to the ‘Khun Khatduh’ concept, the youngest daughter of the family inherits all the property.
‘Mawlynnong’ in Meghalaya is regarded as Asia’s cleanest village.
The literal meaning of name of the state is “Abode of Clouds”.
English is the official language. Khasi, Garo, Pnar, Mizo, Hindi, Nepali, Assamese and Urdu are also spoken.
The major festivals of the state are Behdienkhlam, Wangala and Nongkrem Dance.
(Read-India’s Geography: Get To Know The Country’s Distinct Regions)
The best time to visit Meghalaya is from March till July.
Some of the longest and deepest caves in India are located in Meghalaya. The state has several wildlife sanctuaries and national parks, including Balphakram National Park, Mawphlang Sacred Grove and Nokrek Biosphere Reserve.
Meghalaya is also the land of waterfalls. The Nohkalikai Falls, Nohsngithiang Falls and Kynrem Falls are among the popular tourist destinations.
The roots bridges across streams are living bridges. They come in a huge variety of shapes and sizes and attract tourists from all over the world.
Forests of sal, sacred grooves and teak add to the beauty of the state.
Related Topics:Bangladesh, Congress, Guinness Book of World Records, Seven Sisters State
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Born in Beirut, Lebanon, an internationally renowned visual artist for her paintings in abstract colorful style, also specialized in painting and restoration of icons, frescoes and antique fine artworks and a well known environmental designer for embellishing cities in cut ceramic mosaics public artworks and monuments . Lecturer in Byzantine Art and as a geologist-mineralogist an expert in extracting natural pigments to use in tempera artworks. Owner of the Kelekian Art Gallery & Restoration Center. Curator and Concept developer of international art exhibitions like the International Flag Art (IFA), International Exhibition of Small Format Art (IESFA), Olympia Fine Arts Association 1st art exhibition of Sarajevo & Banya Luka, UK flag art exhibition & others. Organizer of Art Therapy workshops for traumatized children of war. Holds a B.S. in Geology (mineralogy) from the American University of Beirut, a D.S.T. in Theology, a Ph.D. in Fine Arts & Restoration and specialized in higher studies of environmental design in cut ceramic Antoni Gaudi style for embellishing cities with benches, monuments, walls, tunnels, public gardens & main city waterfront corniches that ornate many cities in the world. Since 1992, has had 14 private exhibitions & participated in 151 collective exhibitions, biennales, Salons in 46 countries. Has received 16 gold medals as well as many awards & distinctions, including the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2012 London Olympics Fine Arts gold medal representing Lebanon, the 'Createur d'Aujourd'hui'& 'La Toile d'Or' from France, the "Artiste de la Communaue Europeanne" from European Union & "1st Ecorea Biennale as ambassador of Art" & many others. Her artworks are in permanent display in 16 museums around the world. President of five cultural/artistic associations including the OFAA Olympia Fine Arts Association ( hdqtrs. Finland), FAM representative of Femme Art Mediterranee aegis UNESCO (hdqtrs. In Rhodes) and Acc. Greci Marino, National & Middle East president for Arts, Culture and Sciences, Italy and WAG World Art Games (hdqtrs. Croatia) & founder of MEADOWS (Mediterranean Endeavors Advancing Development of Widespread Sustainability).
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After a 63-game losing streak, Kempsville takes home a win
by: Tamia Boyd
Posted: Oct 26, 2019 / 12:09 AM EDT / Updated: Oct 27, 2019 / 11:21 AM EDT
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – “The strength of the dog is the strength of the pack.”
That’s the victory chant Kempsville said in celebration of breaking a 63-game losing streak over five seasons. Kempsville faced Bayside at the Marlin’s home-field, winning 32-28.
Once the clock hit zero the team celebrated by happily running on the field; some even shed tears of joy.
“Since freshman year, I’ve been a part of the program building for this since and we finally got it done,” said quarterback and senior, Jovon Mims.
The Chiefs haven’t won a game since 2013. Tonight, they made history.
Jaylon White, a defensive end sophomore that recently faced a house fire two weeks ago had a big game tonight. White was able to have three tackles for a loss in the first half and two fumble recoveries in the second half.
“It means everything to the Kempsville family, it means everything to this community,” stated first-year Chiefs coach Daryl Cherry.
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NKY teachers, supporters protest at home against budget cuts
Updated: 2:39 PM EDT Apr 2, 2018
Natalie Clark
WEBVTT SUPPORTERS OF PUBLIC EDUCATION[CHEERING AND APPLAUDING THE POTENTIAL FOR BUDGETREPORTER: CLASSES WERE CANCELEDIN AN EFFORT TO SHOW SUPPORT FOR>> IT'S ABOUT FUNDING FOR THEIT'S ABOUT PROVIDING SERVICES TOWE WANT THEM TO KNOW, WE STAWE STAND UP FOR OUR PARENTS. WETRAVELLING TO FRANKFORT.HE SAYS UNDER THE GOVERNOR'SAN INVESTMENT FOR OUR KIDS.A FIGHT TO KEEP JOBS, KEEPTHEY WORK SO HARD, AND I GET
Several schools were closed Monday in Northern Kentucky, as teachers and supporters voiced support for public education.Teachers headed to the state capital in a fight for funding, while others stayed close to home and protested in Florence.Supporters sounded off with signs in their hands and children at their feet.The potential for budget cuts is looming."I wanted to teach my son that it wasn't a day off, that it was a day to fight for what's fair and right," supporter and parent Aimee Dietz said.In an effort to show support for public education locally, and at the state capital, teachers, parents, students, and supporters protested against potential budget cuts."It's about funding for the schools. It's about providing services to the kids, and we want the community to understand that. We want them to know, we stand up for our kids. We stand up for our parents. We stand up for our schools and our community," Conner High School teacher Jay Heilman said.Kenton County Schools Superintendent Henry Webb spoke to supporters before traveling to Frankfort.Webb said under the governor's original budget, the district was about to lose $5.5 million a year."We're just advocating today, and all across Kentucky, to once again view public education as an investment for our kids," Webb said.It's a fight to keep jobs, keep programs, and keep needed books in students' hands."These teachers are awesome," Dietz said. "They work so hard, and I get really upset to think of what they're doing."Classes will resume Tuesday.Meanwhile, Turkey Foot Middle School and Simon Kenton provided lunch for students during the closure.
NORTHERN KENTUCKY —
Several schools were closed Monday in Northern Kentucky, as teachers and supporters voiced support for public education.
Teachers headed to the state capital in a fight for funding, while others stayed close to home and protested in Florence.
Covington Independent Schools closed again Tuesday amid education protests
Supporters sounded off with signs in their hands and children at their feet.
The potential for budget cuts is looming.
"I wanted to teach my son that it wasn't a day off, that it was a day to fight for what's fair and right," supporter and parent Aimee Dietz said.
In an effort to show support for public education locally, and at the state capital, teachers, parents, students, and supporters protested against potential budget cuts.
"It's about funding for the schools. It's about providing services to the kids, and we want the community to understand that. We want them to know, we stand up for our kids. We stand up for our parents. We stand up for our schools and our community," Conner High School teacher Jay Heilman said.
Kenton County Schools Superintendent Henry Webb spoke to supporters before traveling to Frankfort.
Webb said under the governor's original budget, the district was about to lose $5.5 million a year.
"We're just advocating today, and all across Kentucky, to once again view public education as an investment for our kids," Webb said.
It's a fight to keep jobs, keep programs, and keep needed books in students' hands.
"These teachers are awesome," Dietz said. "They work so hard, and I get really upset to think of what they're doing."
Classes will resume Tuesday.
Meanwhile, Turkey Foot Middle School and Simon Kenton provided lunch for students during the closure.
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An engaged couple is forced to visit Palm Springs for a weekend to celebrate her parents’ 25th wedding vow renewal and discover the apparent secret to their happy marriage — threesomes. Determined to properly celebrate their own “re-engagement,” they set...
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Detective Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson join forces to investigate a murder at Buckingham Palace. They soon learn that they have only four days to solve the case, or the queen will become the next victim.
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Genre: Comedy, Music
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Cast: Alona Tal, Anne Heche, Brian Huskey, J.C. Chasez, Johnny Ray Gill
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The scientists of Jurassic World create a captivating and terrifying new creature that loves hot dogs. But what happens when the hot dogs run out?
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Volume 24, Number 2—February 2018
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Research Letters
Increase in Ocular Syphilis Cases at Ophthalmologic Reference Center, France, 2012–2015 [PDF - 1.50 MB - 8 pages]
A. Pratas et al.
We describe the frequency, demographic and clinical features, and visual outcomes of ocular syphilis infections observed during 2012–2015 at a tertiary reference center in Paris, France. Twenty-one cases (29 eyes) were identified. The occurrence of ocular syphilis increased from 1 case in 2012 to 5 cases in 2013, 6 cases in 2014, and 9 cases in 2015 (2.22–25.21/1,000 individual patients/year for the period). Among case-patients, an annual 20%–33% were co-infected with HIV. Seventy-six percent of ocular syphilis infections occurred in men who have sex with men. Seventy-five percent of case-patients had a good final visual outcome (best-corrected visual acuity >0.3 logMAR score). Visual outcome was worse for HIV-positive patients than for HIV-negative patients (p = 0.0139). At follow-up, the best visual outcomes were observed in patients whose mean time from first ocular symptom to consultation was 15 days (SD +19 days).
Pratas A, Goldschmidt P, Lebeaux D, Aguilar C, Ermak N, Benesty J, et al. Increase in Ocular Syphilis Cases at Ophthalmologic Reference Center, France, 2012–2015. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):193-200. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171167
Pratas A, Goldschmidt P, Lebeaux D, et al. Increase in Ocular Syphilis Cases at Ophthalmologic Reference Center, France, 2012–2015. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):193-200. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171167.
Pratas, A., Goldschmidt, P., Lebeaux, D., Aguilar, C., Ermak, N., Benesty, J....Errera, M. (2018). Increase in Ocular Syphilis Cases at Ophthalmologic Reference Center, France, 2012–2015. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 193-200. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171167.
Adenovirus Type 4 Respiratory Infections among Civilian Adults, Northeastern United States, 2011–2015 [PDF - 1.79 MB - 9 pages]
A. E. Kajon et al.
Human adenovirus type 4 (HAdV-4) is most commonly isolated in military settings. We conducted detailed molecular characterization on 36 HAdV-4 isolates recovered from civilian adults with acute respiratory disease (ARD) in the northeastern United States during 2011–2015. Specimens came from college students, residents of long-term care facilities or nursing homes, a cancer patient, and young adults without co-morbidities. HAdV-4 genome types 4a1 and 4a2, the variants most frequently detected among US military recruits in basic training before the restoration of vaccination protocols, were isolated in most cases. Two novel a-like variants were recovered from students enrolled at a college in Tompkins County, New York, USA, and a prototype-like variant distinguishable from the vaccine strain was isolated from an 18-year-old woman visiting a physician’s office in Ulster County, New York, USA, with symptoms of influenza-like illness. Our data suggest that HAdV-4 might be an underestimated causative agent of ARD among civilian adults.
Kajon AE, Lamson DM, Bair CR, Lu X, Landry ML, Menegus M, et al. Adenovirus Type 4 Respiratory Infections among Civilian Adults, Northeastern United States, 2011–2015. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):201-209. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171407
Kajon AE, Lamson DM, Bair CR, et al. Adenovirus Type 4 Respiratory Infections among Civilian Adults, Northeastern United States, 2011–2015. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):201-209. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171407.
Kajon, A. E., Lamson, D. M., Bair, C. R., Lu, X., Landry, M. L., Menegus, M....St. George, K. (2018). Adenovirus Type 4 Respiratory Infections among Civilian Adults, Northeastern United States, 2011–2015. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 201-209. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171407.
Ecologic Features of Plague Outbreak Areas, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 2004–2014 [PDF - 2.91 MB - 11 pages]
A. Abedi et al.
During 2004–2014, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) declared 54% of plague cases worldwide. Using national data, we characterized the epidemiology of human plague in DRC for this period. All 4,630 suspected human plague cases and 349 deaths recorded in DRC came from Orientale Province. Pneumonic plague cases (8.8% of total) occurred during 2 major outbreaks in mining camps in the equatorial forest, and some limited outbreaks occurred in the Ituri highlands. Epidemics originated in 5 health zones clustered in Ituri, where sporadic bubonic cases were recorded throughout every year. Classification and regression tree characterized this cluster by the dominance of ecosystem 40 (mountain tropical climate). In conclusion, a small, stable, endemic focus of plague in the highlands of the Ituri tropical region persisted, acting as a source of outbreaks in DRC.
Abedi A, Shako J, Gaudart J, Sudre B, Ilunga B, Shamamba S, et al. Ecologic Features of Plague Outbreak Areas, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 2004–2014. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):210-220. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.160122
Abedi A, Shako J, Gaudart J, et al. Ecologic Features of Plague Outbreak Areas, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 2004–2014. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):210-220. doi:10.3201/eid2402.160122.
Abedi, A., Shako, J., Gaudart, J., Sudre, B., Ilunga, B., Shamamba, S....Piarroux, M. (2018). Ecologic Features of Plague Outbreak Areas, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 2004–2014. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 210-220. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.160122.
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Hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae in Cryptogenic Liver Abscesses, Paris, France [PDF - 1.24 MB - 9 pages]
B. Rossi et al.
Liver abscesses containing hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae have emerged during the past 2 decades, originally in Southeast Asia and then worldwide. We hypothesized that hypervirulent K. pneumoniae might also be emerging in France. In a retrospective, monocentric, cohort study, we analyzed characteristics and outcomes for 199 consecutive patients in Paris, France, with liver abscesses during 2010−2015. We focused on 31 patients with abscesses containing K. pneumoniae. This bacterium was present in most (14/27, 52%) cryptogenic liver abscesses. Cryptogenic K. pneumoniae abscesses were more frequently community-acquired (p<0.00001) and monomicrobial (p = 0.008), less likely to involve cancer patients (p<0.01), and relapsed less often (p<0.01) than did noncryptogenic K. pneumoniae liver abscesses. K. pneumoniae isolates from cryptogenic abscesses belonged to either the K1 or K2 serotypes and had more virulence factors than noncryptogenic K. pneumoniae isolates. Hypervirulent K. pneumoniae are emerging as the main pathogen isolated from cryptogenic liver abscesses in the study area.
Rossi B, Gasperini M, Leflon-Guibout V, Gioanni A, de Lastours V, Rossi G, et al. Hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae in Cryptogenic Liver Abscesses, Paris, France. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):221-229. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170957
Rossi B, Gasperini M, Leflon-Guibout V, et al. Hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae in Cryptogenic Liver Abscesses, Paris, France. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):221-229. doi:10.3201/eid2402.170957.
Rossi, B., Gasperini, M., Leflon-Guibout, V., Gioanni, A., de Lastours, V., Rossi, G....Lefort, A. (2018). Hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae in Cryptogenic Liver Abscesses, Paris, France. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 221-229. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170957.
Echinococcus spp. Tapeworms in North America [PDF - 453 KB - 6 pages]
J. Cerda et al.
Alveolar and cystic echinococcosis are emerging and reemerging in Europe, Africa, and Asia. The expansion of Echinococcus spp. tapeworms in wildlife host reservoirs appears to be driving this emergence in some areas. Recent studies suggest a similar phenomenon may be occurring in North America. We describe the context of Echinococcus spp. research in North America, with a specific focus on the contiguous United States. Although studies were conducted in the United States throughout the 1900s on various sylvatic and domestic Echinococcus spp. tapeworm cycles, data are lacking for the past ≈30 years. We review previous research, provide analysis of more recent focal studies, and suggest that Echinococcus spp. tapeworms, in particular E. canadensis, may be underrecognized. As a result, we suggest that additional research and surveillance be conducted for these tapeworms in wildlife host reservoirs across the United States.
Cerda J, Buttke D, Ballweber L. Echinococcus spp. Tapeworms in North America. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):230-235. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.161126
Cerda J, Buttke D, Ballweber L. Echinococcus spp. Tapeworms in North America. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):230-235. doi:10.3201/eid2402.161126.
Cerda, J., Buttke, D., & Ballweber, L. (2018). Echinococcus spp. Tapeworms in North America. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 230-235. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.161126.
Borrelia miyamotoi Infections in Humans and Ticks, Northeastern China [PDF - 1.78 MB - 6 pages]
B. Jiang et al.
We conducted an investigation of Borrelia miyamotoi infections in humans and ticks in northeastern China. Of 984 patients reporting recent tick bites, 14 (1.4%) were found to be infected with B. miyamotoi by PCR and genomic sequencing. The 14 patients had nonspecific febrile manifestations, including fever, headache, anorexia, asthenia, and arthralgia. Rash, eschar, and regional lymphadenopathy were each observed in 1 patient. Four (28.6%) patients were hospitalized because of severe disease. B. miyamotoi was detected in 3.0% (19/627) of Ixodes persulcatus, 1 (2.8%) of 36 Haemaphysalis concinna, and none of 29 Dermacentor silvarum ticks. Phylogenetic analyses based on sequences of a nearly entire 16s rRNA gene, a partial flagellin gene, and the glycerophosphodiester phosphodiesterase gene revealed that B. miyamotoi identified in patients and ticks were clustered in the group of the Siberian type. These findings indicate that B. miyamotoi is endemic in northeastern China and its public health significance deserves further investigation.
Jiang B, Jia N, Jiang J, Zheng Y, Chu Y, Jiang R, et al. Borrelia miyamotoi Infections in Humans and Ticks, Northeastern China. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):236-241. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.160378
Jiang B, Jia N, Jiang J, et al. Borrelia miyamotoi Infections in Humans and Ticks, Northeastern China. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):236-241. doi:10.3201/eid2402.160378.
Jiang, B., Jia, N., Jiang, J., Zheng, Y., Chu, Y., Jiang, R....Fang, L. (2018). Borrelia miyamotoi Infections in Humans and Ticks, Northeastern China. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 236-241. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.160378.
Plasmid-Encoded Transferable mecB-Mediated Methicillin Resistance in Staphylococcus aureus [PDF - 1016 KB - 7 pages]
K. Becker et al.
During cefoxitin-based nasal screening, phenotypically categorized methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) was isolated and tested negative for the presence of the mecA and mecC genes as well as for the SCCmec-orfX junction region. The isolate was found to carry a mecB gene previously described for Macrococcus caseolyticus but not for staphylococcal species. The gene is flanked by β-lactam regulatory genes similar to mecR, mecI, and blaZ and is part of an 84.6-kb multidrug-resistance plasmid that harbors genes encoding additional resistances to aminoglycosides (aacA-aphD, aphA, and aadK) as well as macrolides (ermB) and tetracyclines (tetS). This further plasmidborne β-lactam resistance mechanism harbors the putative risk of acceleration or reacceleration of MRSA spread, resulting in broad ineffectiveness of β-lactams as a main therapeutic application against staphylococcal infections.
Becker K, van Alen S, Idelevich EA, Schleimer N, Seggewiß J, Mellmann A, et al. Plasmid-Encoded Transferable mecB-Mediated Methicillin Resistance in Staphylococcus aureus. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):242-248. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171074
Becker K, van Alen S, Idelevich EA, et al. Plasmid-Encoded Transferable mecB-Mediated Methicillin Resistance in Staphylococcus aureus. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):242-248. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171074.
Becker, K., van Alen, S., Idelevich, E. A., Schleimer, N., Seggewiß, J., Mellmann, A....Peters, G. (2018). Plasmid-Encoded Transferable mecB-Mediated Methicillin Resistance in Staphylococcus aureus. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 242-248. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171074.
Multiplex PCR−Based Next-Generation Sequencing and Global Diversity of Seoul Virus in Humans and Rats [PDF - 1.81 MB - 9 pages]
W. Kim et al.
Seoul virus (SEOV) poses a worldwide public health threat. This virus, which is harbored by Rattus norvegicus and R. rattus rats, is the causative agent of hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS) in humans, which has been reported in Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Africa. Defining SEOV genome sequences plays a critical role in development of preventive and therapeutic strategies against the unique worldwide hantavirus. We applied multiplex PCR–based next-generation sequencing to obtain SEOV genome sequences from clinical and reservoir host specimens. Epidemiologic surveillance of R. norvegicus rats in South Korea during 2000–2016 demonstrated that the serologic prevalence of enzootic SEOV infections was not significant on the basis of sex, weight (age), and season. Viral loads of SEOV in rats showed wide dissemination in tissues and dynamic circulation among populations. Phylogenetic analyses showed the global diversity of SEOV and possible genomic configuration of genetic exchanges.
Kim W, No J, Lee S, Song D, Lee D, Kim J, et al. Multiplex PCR−Based Next-Generation Sequencing and Global Diversity of Seoul Virus in Humans and Rats. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):249-257. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171216
Kim W, No J, Lee S, et al. Multiplex PCR−Based Next-Generation Sequencing and Global Diversity of Seoul Virus in Humans and Rats. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):249-257. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171216.
Kim, W., No, J., Lee, S., Song, D., Lee, D., Kim, J....Song, J. (2018). Multiplex PCR−Based Next-Generation Sequencing and Global Diversity of Seoul Virus in Humans and Rats. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 249-257. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171216.
Clinical and Molecular Epidemiology of Staphylococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome in the United Kingdom [PDF - 763 KB - 9 pages]
H. Sharma et al.
Staphylococcal toxic shock syndrome (TSS) was originally described in menstruating women and linked to TSS toxin 1 (TSST-1)–producing Staphylococcus aureus. Using UK national surveillance data, we ascertained clinical, molecular and superantigenic characteristics of TSS cases. Average annual TSS incidence was 0.07/100,000 population. Patients with nonmenstrual TSS were younger than those with menstrual TSS but had the same mortality rate. Children <16 years of age accounted for 39% of TSS cases, most caused by burns and skin and soft tissue infections. Nonmenstrual TSS is now more common than menstrual TSS in the UK, although both types are strongly associated with the tst+ clonal complex (CC) 30 methicillin-sensitive S. aureus lineage, which accounted for 49.4% of all TSS and produced more TSST-1 and superantigen bioactivity than did tst+ CC30 methicillin-resistant S. aureus strains. Better understanding of this MSSA lineage and infections in children could focus interventions to prevent TSS in the future.
Sharma H, Smith D, Turner CE, Game L, Pichon B, Hope R, et al. Clinical and Molecular Epidemiology of Staphylococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome in the United Kingdom. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):258-266. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170606
Sharma H, Smith D, Turner CE, et al. Clinical and Molecular Epidemiology of Staphylococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome in the United Kingdom. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):258-266. doi:10.3201/eid2402.170606.
Sharma, H., Smith, D., Turner, C. E., Game, L., Pichon, B., Hope, R....Sriskandan, S. (2018). Clinical and Molecular Epidemiology of Staphylococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome in the United Kingdom. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 258-266. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170606.
Lethal Respiratory Disease Associated with Human Rhinovirus C in Wild Chimpanzees, Uganda, 2013 [PDF - 1.52 MB - 8 pages]
E. J. Scully et al.
We describe a lethal respiratory outbreak among wild chimpanzees in Uganda in 2013 for which molecular and epidemiologic analyses implicate human rhinovirus C as the cause. Postmortem samples from an infant chimpanzee yielded near-complete genome sequences throughout the respiratory tract; other pathogens were absent. Epidemiologic modeling estimated the basic reproductive number (R0) for the epidemic as 1.83, consistent with the common cold in humans. Genotyping of 41 chimpanzees and examination of 24 published chimpanzee genomes from subspecies across Africa showed universal homozygosity for the cadherin-related family member 3 CDHR3-Y529 allele, which increases risk for rhinovirus C infection and asthma in human children. These results indicate that chimpanzees exhibit a species-wide genetic susceptibility to rhinovirus C and that this virus, heretofore considered a uniquely human pathogen, can cross primate species barriers and threatens wild apes. We advocate engineering interventions and prevention strategies for rhinovirus infections for both humans and wild apes.
Scully EJ, Basnet S, Wrangham RW, Muller MN, Otali E, Hyeroba D, et al. Lethal Respiratory Disease Associated with Human Rhinovirus C in Wild Chimpanzees, Uganda, 2013. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):267-274. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170778
Scully EJ, Basnet S, Wrangham RW, et al. Lethal Respiratory Disease Associated with Human Rhinovirus C in Wild Chimpanzees, Uganda, 2013. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):267-274. doi:10.3201/eid2402.170778.
Scully, E. J., Basnet, S., Wrangham, R. W., Muller, M. N., Otali, E., Hyeroba, D....Goldberg, T. L. (2018). Lethal Respiratory Disease Associated with Human Rhinovirus C in Wild Chimpanzees, Uganda, 2013. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 267-274. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170778.
Spread of Meropenem-Resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae Serotype 15A-ST63 Clone in Japan, 2012–2014 [PDF - 1.86 MB - 9 pages]
S. Nakano et al.
After the introduction of pneumococcal conjugate vaccines, the incidence of pneumococcal infections due to meropenem-resistant serotype 15A-ST63 strains increased in Japan. By using whole-genome sequencing and comparing sequences with those of clones from the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada, we clarified the traits of the serotype 15A-ST63 clone. Our analysis revealed that the meropenem-resistant serotype 15A-ST63 strains from Japan originated from meropenem-susceptible strains from Japan. Recombination site prediction analysis showed that the meropenem-resistant strain-specific recombination regions included the pbp1a and pbp2b regions. A detailed analysis of the composition of these genes indicated that resistance seems to be caused by pbp1a recombination. The pbp1a gene in meropenem-resistant isolates was identical to that in multidrug (including meropenem)–resistant serotype 19A-ST320 pneumococci, which have spread in the United States. The global spread of pneumococci of this lineage is noteworthy because serotype 15A is not included in the currently used 13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine.
Nakano S, Fujisawa T, Ito Y, Chang B, Matsumura Y, Yamamoto M, et al. Spread of Meropenem-Resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae Serotype 15A-ST63 Clone in Japan, 2012–2014. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):275-283. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171268
Nakano S, Fujisawa T, Ito Y, et al. Spread of Meropenem-Resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae Serotype 15A-ST63 Clone in Japan, 2012–2014. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):275-283. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171268.
Nakano, S., Fujisawa, T., Ito, Y., Chang, B., Matsumura, Y., Yamamoto, M....Ichiyama, S. (2018). Spread of Meropenem-Resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae Serotype 15A-ST63 Clone in Japan, 2012–2014. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 275-283. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171268.
Role of Environmental Factors in Shaping Spatial Distribution of Salmonella enterica Serovar Typhi, Fiji [PDF - 2.12 MB - 10 pages]
R. de Alwis et al.
Fiji recently experienced a sharp increase in reported typhoid fever cases. To investigate geographic distribution and environmental risk factors associated with Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi infection, we conducted a cross-sectional cluster survey with associated serologic testing for Vi capsular antigen–specific antibodies (a marker for exposure to Salmonella Typhi in Fiji in 2013. Hotspots with high seroprevalence of Vi-specific antibodies were identified in northeastern mainland Fiji. Risk for Vi seropositivity increased with increased annual rainfall (odds ratio [OR] 1.26/quintile increase, 95% CI 1.12–1.42), and decreased with increased distance from major rivers and creeks (OR 0.89/km increase, 95% CI 0.80–0.99) and distance to modeled flood-risk areas (OR 0.80/quintile increase, 95% CI 0.69–0.92) after being adjusted for age, typhoid fever vaccination, and home toilet type. Risk for exposure to Salmonella Typhi and its spatial distribution in Fiji are driven by environmental factors. Our findings can directly affect typhoid fever control efforts in Fiji.
de Alwis R, Watson C, Nikolay B, Lowry JH, Thieu N, Van T, et al. Role of Environmental Factors in Shaping Spatial Distribution of Salmonella enterica Serovar Typhi, Fiji. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):284-293. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170704
de Alwis R, Watson C, Nikolay B, et al. Role of Environmental Factors in Shaping Spatial Distribution of Salmonella enterica Serovar Typhi, Fiji. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):284-293. doi:10.3201/eid2402.170704.
de Alwis, R., Watson, C., Nikolay, B., Lowry, J. H., Thieu, N., Van, T....Cano, J. (2018). Role of Environmental Factors in Shaping Spatial Distribution of Salmonella enterica Serovar Typhi, Fiji. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 284-293. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170704.
Yersinia pestis Survival and Replication in Potential Ameba Reservoir [PDF - 2.08 MB - 9 pages]
D. W. Markman et al.
Plague ecology is characterized by sporadic epizootics, then periods of dormancy. Building evidence suggests environmentally ubiquitous amebae act as feral macrophages and hosts to many intracellular pathogens. We conducted environmental genetic surveys and laboratory co-culture infection experiments to assess whether plague bacteria were resistant to digestion by 5 environmental ameba species. First, we demonstrated that Yersinia pestis is resistant or transiently resistant to various ameba species. Second, we showed that Y. pestis survives and replicates intracellularly within Dictyostelium discoideum amebae for ˃48 hours postinfection, whereas control bacteria were destroyed in <1 hour. Finally, we found that Y. pestis resides within ameba structures synonymous with those found in infected human macrophages, for which Y. pestis is a competent pathogen. Evidence supporting amebae as potential plague reservoirs stresses the importance of recognizing pathogen-harboring amebae as threats to public health, agriculture, conservation, and biodefense.
Markman DW, Antolin MF, Bowen RA, Wheat WH, Woods M, Gonzalez-Juarrero M, et al. Yersinia pestis Survival and Replication in Potential Ameba Reservoir. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):294-302. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171065
Markman DW, Antolin MF, Bowen RA, et al. Yersinia pestis Survival and Replication in Potential Ameba Reservoir. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):294-302. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171065.
Markman, D. W., Antolin, M. F., Bowen, R. A., Wheat, W. H., Woods, M., Gonzalez-Juarrero, M....Jackson, M. (2018). Yersinia pestis Survival and Replication in Potential Ameba Reservoir. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 294-302. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171065.
New Parvovirus Associated with Serum Hepatitis in Horses after Inoculation of Common Biological Product [PDF - 2.00 MB - 8 pages]
T. J. Divers et al.
Equine serum hepatitis (i.e., Theiler’s disease) is a serious and often life-threatening disease of unknown etiology that affects horses. A horse in Nebraska, USA, with serum hepatitis died 65 days after treatment with equine-origin tetanus antitoxin. We identified an unknown parvovirus in serum and liver of the dead horse and in the administered antitoxin. The equine parvovirus-hepatitis (EqPV-H) shares <50% protein identity with its phylogenetic relatives of the genus Copiparvovirus. Next, we experimentally infected 2 horses using a tetanus antitoxin contaminated with EqPV-H. Viremia developed, the horses seroconverted, and acute hepatitis developed that was confirmed by clinical, biochemical, and histopathologic testing. We also determined that EqPV-H is an endemic infection because, in a cohort of 100 clinically normal adult horses, 13 were viremic and 15 were seropositive. We identified a new virus associated with equine serum hepatitis and confirmed its pathogenicity and transmissibility through contaminated biological products.
Divers TJ, Tennant BC, Kumar A, McDonough S, Cullen J, Bhuva N, et al. New Parvovirus Associated with Serum Hepatitis in Horses after Inoculation of Common Biological Product. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):303-310. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171031
Divers TJ, Tennant BC, Kumar A, et al. New Parvovirus Associated with Serum Hepatitis in Horses after Inoculation of Common Biological Product. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):303-310. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171031.
Divers, T. J., Tennant, B. C., Kumar, A., McDonough, S., Cullen, J., Bhuva, N....Kapoor, A. (2018). New Parvovirus Associated with Serum Hepatitis in Horses after Inoculation of Common Biological Product. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 303-310. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171031.
Development of a Pediatric Ebola Predictive Score, Sierra Leone [PDF - 1.01 MB - 9 pages]
F. Fitzgerald et al.
We compared children who were positive for Ebola virus disease (EVD) with those who were negative to derive a pediatric EVD predictor (PEP) score. We collected data on all children <13 years of age admitted to 11 Ebola holding units in Sierra Leone during August 2014–March 2015 and performed multivariable logistic regression. Among 1,054 children, 309 (29%) were EVD positive and 697 (66%) EVD negative, with 48 (5%) missing. Contact history, conjunctivitis, and age were the strongest positive predictors for EVD. The PEP score had an area under receiver operating characteristics curve of 0.80. A PEP score of 7/10 was 92% specific and 44% sensitive; 3/10 was 30% specific, 94% sensitive. The PEP score could correctly classify 79%–90% of children and could be used to facilitate triage into risk categories, depending on the sensitivity or specificity required.
Fitzgerald F, Wing K, Naveed A, Gbessay M, Ross J, Checchi F, et al. Development of a Pediatric Ebola Predictive Score, Sierra Leone. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):311-319. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171018
Fitzgerald F, Wing K, Naveed A, et al. Development of a Pediatric Ebola Predictive Score, Sierra Leone. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):311-319. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171018.
Fitzgerald, F., Wing, K., Naveed, A., Gbessay, M., Ross, J., Checchi, F....Yeung, S. (2018). Development of a Pediatric Ebola Predictive Score, Sierra Leone. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 311-319. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171018.
Trends in Infectious Disease Mortality, South Korea, 1983–2015 [PDF - 811 KB - 8 pages]
Y. Choe et al.
We used national statistics from 1983–2015 to evaluate trends in mortality caused by infectious diseases in South Korea. Age-standardized mortality from infectious disease decreased from 43.5/100,000 population in 1983 to 16.5/100,000 in 1996, and then increased to 44.6/100,000 in 2015. Tuberculosis was the most common cause of death in 1983 and respiratory tract infections in 2015. We observed a significant decline in infant deaths caused by infectious diseases, but mortality in persons age >65 years increased from 135 deaths/100,000 population in 1996 to 307/100,000 in 2015. The relative inequality indices for respiratory tract infections, sepsis, and tuberculosis tended to increase over time. Although substantial progress has been achieved in terms of infant mortality, death rates from infectious disease has not decreased overall. Elderly populations with lower education levels and subgroups susceptible to respiratory infections and sepsis should be the focus of preventive policies.
Choe Y, Choe S, Cho S. Trends in Infectious Disease Mortality, South Korea, 1983–2015. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):320-327. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170862
Choe Y, Choe S, Cho S. Trends in Infectious Disease Mortality, South Korea, 1983–2015. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):320-327. doi:10.3201/eid2402.170862.
Choe, Y., Choe, S., & Cho, S. (2018). Trends in Infectious Disease Mortality, South Korea, 1983–2015. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 320-327. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170862.
Use of Pristinamycin for Macrolide-Resistant Mycoplasma genitalium Infection [PDF - 623 KB - 8 pages]
T. Read et al.
High levels of macrolide resistance and increasing fluoroquinolone resistance are found in Mycoplasma genitalium in many countries. We evaluated pristinamycin for macrolide-resistant M. genitalium in a sexual health center in Australia. Microbiologic cure was determined by M. genitalium–specific 16S PCR 14–90 days after treatment began. Of 114 persons treated with pristinamycin, infection was cured in 85 (75%). This percentage did not change when pristinamycin was given at daily doses of 2 g or 4 g or at 3 g combined with 200 mg doxycycline. In infections with higher pretreatment bacterial load, treatment was twice as likely to fail for each 1 log10 increase in bacterial load. Gastrointestinal side effects occurred in 7% of patients. Pristinamycin at maximum oral dose, or combined with doxycycline, cured 75% of macrolide-resistant M. genitalium infections. Pristinamycin is well-tolerated and remains an option where fluoroquinolones have failed or cannot be used.
Read T, Jensen JS, Fairley CK, Grant M, Danielewski JA, Su J, et al. Use of Pristinamycin for Macrolide-Resistant Mycoplasma genitalium Infection. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):328-335. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170902
Read T, Jensen JS, Fairley CK, et al. Use of Pristinamycin for Macrolide-Resistant Mycoplasma genitalium Infection. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):328-335. doi:10.3201/eid2402.170902.
Read, T., Jensen, J. S., Fairley, C. K., Grant, M., Danielewski, J. A., Su, J....Bradshaw, C. S. (2018). Use of Pristinamycin for Macrolide-Resistant Mycoplasma genitalium Infection. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 328-335. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170902.
Risk Communication and Ebola-Specific Knowledge and Behavior during 2014–2015 Outbreak, Sierra Leone [PDF - 510 KB - 9 pages]
M. Winters et al.
We assessed the effect of information sources on Ebola-specific knowledge and behavior during the 2014–2015 Ebola virus disease outbreak in Sierra Leone. We pooled data from 4 population-based knowledge, attitude, and practice surveys (August, October, and December 2014 and July 2015), with a total of 10,604 respondents. We created composite variables for exposures (information sources: electronic, print, new media, government, community) and outcomes (knowledge and misconceptions, protective and risk behavior) and tested associations by using logistic regression within multilevel modeling. Exposure to information sources was associated with higher knowledge and protective behaviors. However, apart from print media, exposure to information sources was also linked to misconceptions and risk behavior, but with weaker associations observed. Knowledge and protective behavior were associated with the outbreak level, most strongly after the peak, whereas risk behavior was seen at all levels of the outbreak. In future outbreaks, close attention should be paid to dissemination of information.
Winters M, Jalloh MF, Sengeh P, Jalloh MB, Conteh L, Bunnell R, et al. Risk Communication and Ebola-Specific Knowledge and Behavior during 2014–2015 Outbreak, Sierra Leone. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):336-344. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171028
Winters M, Jalloh MF, Sengeh P, et al. Risk Communication and Ebola-Specific Knowledge and Behavior during 2014–2015 Outbreak, Sierra Leone. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):336-344. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171028.
Winters, M., Jalloh, M. F., Sengeh, P., Jalloh, M. B., Conteh, L., Bunnell, R....Nordenstedt, H. (2018). Risk Communication and Ebola-Specific Knowledge and Behavior during 2014–2015 Outbreak, Sierra Leone. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 336-344. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171028.
Macacine Herpesvirus 1 Antibody Prevalence and DNA Shedding among Invasive Rhesus Macaques, Silver Springs State Park, Florida, USA [PDF - 604 KB - 7 pages]
S. M. Wisely et al.
We compiled records on macacine herpesvirus 1 (McHV-1) seroprevalence and, during 2015–2016, collected saliva and fecal samples from the free-ranging rhesus macaques of Silver Springs State Park, a popular public park in central Florida, USA, to determine viral DNA shedding and perform sequencing. Phylogenetic analysis of the US5 and US5-US6 intragenic sequence from free-ranging and laboratory McHV-1 variants did not reveal genomic differences. In animals captured during 2000–2012, average annual seroprevalence was 25% ± 9 (mean ± SD). We found 4%–14% (95% CI 2%–29%) of macaques passively sampled during the fall 2015 mating season shed McHV-1 DNA orally. We did not observe viral shedding during the spring or summer or from fecal samples. We conclude that these macaques can shed McHV-1, putting humans at risk for exposure to this potentially fatal pathogen. Management plans should be put in place to limit transmission of McHV-1 from these macaques.
Wisely SM, Sayler KA, Anderson C, Boyce CL, Klegarth AR, Johnson SA. Macacine Herpesvirus 1 Antibody Prevalence and DNA Shedding among Invasive Rhesus Macaques, Silver Springs State Park, Florida, USA. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):345-351. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171439
Wisely SM, Sayler KA, Anderson C, et al. Macacine Herpesvirus 1 Antibody Prevalence and DNA Shedding among Invasive Rhesus Macaques, Silver Springs State Park, Florida, USA. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):345-351. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171439.
Wisely, S. M., Sayler, K. A., Anderson, C., Boyce, C. L., Klegarth, A. R., & Johnson, S. A. (2018). Macacine Herpesvirus 1 Antibody Prevalence and DNA Shedding among Invasive Rhesus Macaques, Silver Springs State Park, Florida, USA. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 345-351. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171439.
Co-circulation of Influenza A H5, H7, and H9 Viruses and Co-infected Poultry in Live Bird Markets, Cambodia [PDF - 1.38 MB - 4 pages]
P. F. Horwood et al.
Longitudinal surveillance of 2 live bird markets in Cambodia revealed year-round, high co-circulation of H5, H7, and H9 influenza viruses. We detected influenza A viruses in 51.3% of ducks and 39.6% of chickens, and co-infections, mainly by H5 and H9 viruses, in 0.8% of ducks and 4.5% of chickens.
Horwood PF, Horm S, Suttie A, Thet S, Y P, Rith S, et al. Co-circulation of Influenza A H5, H7, and H9 Viruses and Co-infected Poultry in Live Bird Markets, Cambodia. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):352-355. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171360
Horwood PF, Horm S, Suttie A, et al. Co-circulation of Influenza A H5, H7, and H9 Viruses and Co-infected Poultry in Live Bird Markets, Cambodia. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):352-355. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171360.
Horwood, P. F., Horm, S., Suttie, A., Thet, S., Y, P., Rith, S....Dussart, P. (2018). Co-circulation of Influenza A H5, H7, and H9 Viruses and Co-infected Poultry in Live Bird Markets, Cambodia. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 352-355. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171360.
Effects of Culling on Leptospira interrogans Carriage by Rats [PDF - 2.62 MB - 5 pages]
M. J. Lee et al.
We found that lethal, urban rat control is associated with a significant increase in the odds that surviving rats carry Leptospira interrogans. Our results suggest that human interventions have the potential to affect and even increase the prevalence of zoonotic pathogens within rat populations.
Lee MJ, Byers KA, Donovan CM, Bidulka JJ, Stephen C, Patrick DM, et al. Effects of Culling on Leptospira interrogans Carriage by Rats. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):356-360. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171371
Lee MJ, Byers KA, Donovan CM, et al. Effects of Culling on Leptospira interrogans Carriage by Rats. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):356-360. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171371.
Lee, M. J., Byers, K. A., Donovan, C. M., Bidulka, J. J., Stephen, C., Patrick, D. M....Himsworth, C. G. (2018). Effects of Culling on Leptospira interrogans Carriage by Rats. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 356-360. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171371.
Scrub Typhus Outbreak in Chonburi Province, Central Thailand, 2013 [PDF - 2.17 MB - 5 pages]
W. Rodkvamtook et al.
Investigation of a scrub typhus outbreak in Thailand during September 2013 found that 9.1% of Thai soldiers and 11.1% of residents living in areas surrounding training sites had antibodies against the causative agent, Orientia tsutsugamushi. Sequence analysis of O. tsutsugamushi from rodents and chiggers identified 7 genogroups and 3 genotypes.
Rodkvamtook W, Kuttasingkee N, Linsuwanon P, Sudsawat Y, Richards AL, Somsri M, et al. Scrub Typhus Outbreak in Chonburi Province, Central Thailand, 2013. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):361-365. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171172
Rodkvamtook W, Kuttasingkee N, Linsuwanon P, et al. Scrub Typhus Outbreak in Chonburi Province, Central Thailand, 2013. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):361-365. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171172.
Rodkvamtook, W., Kuttasingkee, N., Linsuwanon, P., Sudsawat, Y., Richards, A. L., Somsri, M....Gaywee, J. (2018). Scrub Typhus Outbreak in Chonburi Province, Central Thailand, 2013. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 361-365. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171172.
Epidemic Varicella Zoster Virus among University Students, India [PDF - 656 KB - 4 pages]
J. Meyers et al.
We investigated a yearlong varicella zoster virus outbreak in a highly susceptible young adult population at a large university in India. Outbreaks of varicella infection among adults are not well described in the literature. Infection control measures and vaccination policy for this age group and setting are needed.
Meyers J, Logaraj M, Ramraj B, Narasimhan P, MacIntyre C. Epidemic Varicella Zoster Virus among University Students, India. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):366-369. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170659
Meyers J, Logaraj M, Ramraj B, et al. Epidemic Varicella Zoster Virus among University Students, India. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):366-369. doi:10.3201/eid2402.170659.
Meyers, J., Logaraj, M., Ramraj, B., Narasimhan, P., & MacIntyre, C. (2018). Epidemic Varicella Zoster Virus among University Students, India. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 366-369. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170659.
Fly Reservoir Associated with Wohlfahrtiimonas Bacteremia in a Human [PDF - 1.30 MB - 4 pages]
J. H. Bonwitt et al.
Wohlfahrtiimonas species bacteria were isolated from the bloodstream of a patient with septicemia and wound myiasis. Environmental investigations identified a Wohlfahrtiimonas sp. among insects in the Americas and in a previously undescribed vector, the green bottle fly (Lucilia sericata). The isolates possibly represent a new species within the genus Wohlfahrtiimonas.
Bonwitt JH, Tran M, Dykstra EA, Eckmann K, Bell ME, Leadon M, et al. Fly Reservoir Associated with Wohlfahrtiimonas Bacteremia in a Human. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):370-373. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170913
Bonwitt JH, Tran M, Dykstra EA, et al. Fly Reservoir Associated with Wohlfahrtiimonas Bacteremia in a Human. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):370-373. doi:10.3201/eid2402.170913.
Bonwitt, J. H., Tran, M., Dykstra, E. A., Eckmann, K., Bell, M. E., Leadon, M....Glover, W. A. (2018). Fly Reservoir Associated with Wohlfahrtiimonas Bacteremia in a Human. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 370-373. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170913.
Containment of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Virus, Lebanon, 2016 [PDF - 1.07 MB - 3 pages]
Z. E. Farah et al.
A preparedness plan for avian influenza A(H5N1) virus infection was activated in Lebanon in 2016 after reported cases in poultry. Exposed persons were given prophylaxis and monitored daily. A total of 185 exposed persons were identified: 180 received prophylaxis, 181 were monitored, and 41 suspected cases were reported. All collected specimens were negative for virus by PCR.
Farah ZE, Khatib O, Hamadeh S, Ahmad K, El Bazzal B, Zalloua P, et al. Containment of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Virus, Lebanon, 2016. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):374-376. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171276
Farah ZE, Khatib O, Hamadeh S, et al. Containment of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Virus, Lebanon, 2016. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):374-376. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171276.
Farah, Z. E., Khatib, O., Hamadeh, S., Ahmad, K., El Bazzal, B., Zalloua, P....Ghosn, N. (2018). Containment of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Virus, Lebanon, 2016. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 374-376. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171276.
Emergomyces africanus in Soil, South Africa [PDF - 893 KB - 4 pages]
I. S. Schwartz et al.
We detected Emergomyces africanus, a thermally dimorphic fungus that causes an HIV-associated systemic mycosis, by PCR in 18 (30%) of 60 soil samples from a wide range of habitats in South Africa. Direct and indirect culture techniques were unsuccessful. Experimental intraperitoneal inoculation of conidia induced murine disease.
Schwartz IS, Lerm B, Hoving J, Kenyon C, Horsnell WG, Basson W, et al. Emergomyces africanus in Soil, South Africa. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):377-380. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171351
Schwartz IS, Lerm B, Hoving J, et al. Emergomyces africanus in Soil, South Africa. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):377-380. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171351.
Schwartz, I. S., Lerm, B., Hoving, J., Kenyon, C., Horsnell, W. G., Basson, W....Botha, A. (2018). Emergomyces africanus in Soil, South Africa. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 377-380. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171351.
Ceftriaxone-Resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Canada, 2017 [PDF - 726 KB - 3 pages]
B. Lefebvre et al.
We identified a ceftriaxone-resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae isolate in a patient in Canada. This isolate carried the penA-60 allele, which differs substantially from its closest relative, mosaic penA XXVII (80% nucleotide identity). Epidemiologic and genomic data suggest spread from Asia. Antimicrobial susceptibility surveillance helps prevent spread of highly resistant N. gonorrhoeae strains.
Lefebvre B, Martin I, Demczuk W, Deshaies L, Michaud S, Labbé A, et al. Ceftriaxone-Resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Canada, 2017. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):381-383. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171756
Lefebvre B, Martin I, Demczuk W, et al. Ceftriaxone-Resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Canada, 2017. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):381-383. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171756.
Lefebvre, B., Martin, I., Demczuk, W., Deshaies, L., Michaud, S., Labbé, A....Longtin, J. (2018). Ceftriaxone-Resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Canada, 2017. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 381-383. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171756.
Clusters of Human Infection and Human-to-Human Transmission of Avian Influenza A(H7N9) Virus, 2013–2017 [PDF - 385 KB - 4 pages]
L. Zhou et al.
To detect changes in human-to-human transmission of influenza A(H7N9) virus, we analyzed characteristics of 40 clusters of case-patients during 5 epidemics in China in 2013–2017. Similarities in number and size of clusters and proportion of clusters with probable human-to-human transmission across all epidemics suggest no change in human-to-human transmission risk.
Zhou L, Chen E, Bao C, Xiang N, Wu J, Wu S, et al. Clusters of Human Infection and Human-to-Human Transmission of Avian Influenza A(H7N9) Virus, 2013–2017. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):397-400. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171565
Zhou L, Chen E, Bao C, et al. Clusters of Human Infection and Human-to-Human Transmission of Avian Influenza A(H7N9) Virus, 2013–2017. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):397-400. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171565.
Zhou, L., Chen, E., Bao, C., Xiang, N., Wu, J., Wu, S....Li, Q. (2018). Clusters of Human Infection and Human-to-Human Transmission of Avian Influenza A(H7N9) Virus, 2013–2017. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 397-400. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171565.
Cysticercosis in Shandong Province, Eastern China [PDF - 332 KB - 2 pages]
G. Liu et al.
We analyzed demographic and clinical data and estimated the incidence of cysticercosis in Shandong Province, China, during 1975–2014. Our analyses showed that a cysticercosis-endemic area is present in Shandong Province, especially in its western regions. Improved surveillance and control are needed to address the elevated risk for cysticercosis in this region.
Liu G, Li Y, Cui Y, Huang B, Wang H, Chen Y, et al. Cysticercosis in Shandong Province, Eastern China. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):384-385. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.151253
Liu G, Li Y, Cui Y, et al. Cysticercosis in Shandong Province, Eastern China. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):384-385. doi:10.3201/eid2402.151253.
Liu, G., Li, Y., Cui, Y., Huang, B., Wang, H., Chen, Y....Liu, X. (2018). Cysticercosis in Shandong Province, Eastern China. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 384-385. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.151253.
Rickettsia africae and Novel Rickettsial Strain in Amblyomma spp. Ticks, Nicaragua, 2013 [PDF - 474 KB - 3 pages]
H. Vogel et al.
We report molecular detection of Rickettsia africae in Amblyomma ovale ticks from Nicaragua and a novel rickettsial strain in an A. triste tick. Of 146 ticks from dogs, 16.4% were Rickettsia PCR positive. The presence of Rickettsia spp. in human-biting ticks in Nicaragua may pose a public health concern.
Vogel H, Foley J, Fiorello CV. Rickettsia africae and Novel Rickettsial Strain in Amblyomma spp. Ticks, Nicaragua, 2013. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):385-387. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.161901
Vogel H, Foley J, Fiorello CV. Rickettsia africae and Novel Rickettsial Strain in Amblyomma spp. Ticks, Nicaragua, 2013. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):385-387. doi:10.3201/eid2402.161901.
Vogel, H., Foley, J., & Fiorello, C. V. (2018). Rickettsia africae and Novel Rickettsial Strain in Amblyomma spp. Ticks, Nicaragua, 2013. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 385-387. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.161901.
Amebaborne “Attilina massiliensis” Keratitis, France [PDF - 810 KB - 3 pages]
A. Battaini et al.
We report a case of Acanthamoeba castellani keratitis in a person who wore contact lenses. The amebae hosted an ameba-resistant bacterial symbiont, provisionally named “Attilina massiliensis,” a yet undescribed α-Proteobacterium.
Battaini A, La Scola B, Yin G, Hoffart L, Drancourt M. Amebaborne “Attilina massiliensis” Keratitis, France. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):387-389. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170541
Battaini A, La Scola B, Yin G, et al. Amebaborne “Attilina massiliensis” Keratitis, France. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):387-389. doi:10.3201/eid2402.170541.
Battaini, A., La Scola, B., Yin, G., Hoffart, L., & Drancourt, M. (2018). Amebaborne “Attilina massiliensis” Keratitis, France. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 387-389. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170541.
Influenza D Virus in Cattle, Ireland [PDF - 363 KB - 3 pages]
O. Flynn et al.
We detected influenza D virus in 18 nasal swab samples from cattle in Ireland that were clinically diagnosed with respiratory disease. Specimens were obtained from archived samples received for routine diagnosis during 2014–2016. Sequencing showed that viruses from Ireland clustered with virus sequences obtained in Europe within the D/swine/OK/1334/2011 clade.
Flynn O, Gallagher C, Mooney J, Irvine C, Ducatez M, Hause B, et al. Influenza D Virus in Cattle, Ireland. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):389-391. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170759
Flynn O, Gallagher C, Mooney J, et al. Influenza D Virus in Cattle, Ireland. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):389-391. doi:10.3201/eid2402.170759.
Flynn, O., Gallagher, C., Mooney, J., Irvine, C., Ducatez, M., Hause, B....Ryan, E. (2018). Influenza D Virus in Cattle, Ireland. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 389-391. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170759.
Novel Streptococcus suis Sequence Type 834 among Humans, Madagascar [PDF - 335 KB - 2 pages]
M. Raberahona et al.
Two cases of meningitis caused by Streptococcus suis occurred in Madagascar, 1 in 2015 and 1 in 2016. We report the characterization of the novel sequence type, 834, which carried the mrp+/sly+/epf+ virulence marker and a mutation G→T at position 174, leading to a substitution mutS1 to mutS284.
Raberahona M, Rasoanandrasana S, Rahajamanana V, Ranaivo-Rabetokotany F, Andriananja V, Rakotomalala F, et al. Novel Streptococcus suis Sequence Type 834 among Humans, Madagascar. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):391-392. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171138
Raberahona M, Rasoanandrasana S, Rahajamanana V, et al. Novel Streptococcus suis Sequence Type 834 among Humans, Madagascar. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):391-392. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171138.
Raberahona, M., Rasoanandrasana, S., Rahajamanana, V., Ranaivo-Rabetokotany, F., Andriananja, V., Rakotomalala, F....Rakoto-Andrianarivelo, M. (2018). Novel Streptococcus suis Sequence Type 834 among Humans, Madagascar. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 391-392. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171138.
Cronobacter sakazakii Infection from Expressed Breast Milk, Australia [PDF - 358 KB - 2 pages]
R. McMullan et al.
Cronobacter sakazakii neonatal infections are often epidemiologically linked to the consumption of contaminated powdered infant formula. We describe a case resulting from consumption of contaminated expressed breast milk, as confirmed by whole-genome sequencing. This case highlights potential risks associated with storage and acquisition of expressed breast milk.
McMullan R, Menon V, Beukers AG, Jensen SO, van Hal SJ, Davis R. Cronobacter sakazakii Infection from Expressed Breast Milk, Australia. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):393-394. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171411
McMullan R, Menon V, Beukers AG, et al. Cronobacter sakazakii Infection from Expressed Breast Milk, Australia. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):393-394. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171411.
McMullan, R., Menon, V., Beukers, A. G., Jensen, S. O., van Hal, S. J., & Davis, R. (2018). Cronobacter sakazakii Infection from Expressed Breast Milk, Australia. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 393-394. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171411.
Cerebral Syphilitic Gumma in Immunocompetent Man, Japan [PDF - 431 KB - 2 pages]
T. Kodama et al.
Although cerebral syphilitic gummas are generally considered to be rare manifestations of tertiary syphilis, many reports exist of early cerebral syphilitic gumma. Our finding of cerebral syphilitic gumma in an HIV-negative man within 5 months after syphilis infection suggests that this condition should be considered in syphilis patients who have neurologic symptoms.
Kodama T, Sato H, Osa M, Fujikura Y, Kawana A. Cerebral Syphilitic Gumma in Immunocompetent Man, Japan. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):395-396. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171444
Kodama T, Sato H, Osa M, et al. Cerebral Syphilitic Gumma in Immunocompetent Man, Japan. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):395-396. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171444.
Kodama, T., Sato, H., Osa, M., Fujikura, Y., & Kawana, A. (2018). Cerebral Syphilitic Gumma in Immunocompetent Man, Japan. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 395-396. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171444.
Human African Trypanosomiasis in Emigrant Returning to China from Gabon, 2017 [PDF - 582 KB - 5 pages]
X. Wang et al.
Human African trypanosomiasis is endemic to parts of sub-Saharan Africa and should be considered in the differential diagnosis of patients who have visited or lived in Africa. We report a 2017 case of stage 2 Trypanosoma brucei gambiense disease in an emigrant who returned to China from Gabon.
Wang X, Ruan Q, Zhang W, Gu J, Qian Y, Chen M, et al. Human African Trypanosomiasis in Emigrant Returning to China from Gabon, 2017. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):400-404. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171583
Wang X, Ruan Q, Zhang W, et al. Human African Trypanosomiasis in Emigrant Returning to China from Gabon, 2017. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):400-404. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171583.
Wang, X., Ruan, Q., Zhang, W., Gu, J., Qian, Y., Chen, M....Zhang, W. (2018). Human African Trypanosomiasis in Emigrant Returning to China from Gabon, 2017. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 400-404. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171583.
Dengue-Associated Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome, Vietnam [PDF - 642 KB - 3 pages]
N. Mai et al.
Dengue can cause neurologic complications in addition to the more common manifestations of plasma leakage and coagulopathy. Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome has rarely been described in dengue, although the pathophysiology of endothelial dysfunction likely underlies both. We describe a case of dengue-associated posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome and discuss diagnosis and management.
Mai N, Phu N, Nghia H, Phuong T, Duc D, Chau N, et al. Dengue-Associated Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome, Vietnam. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):402-404. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171634
Mai N, Phu N, Nghia H, et al. Dengue-Associated Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome, Vietnam. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):402-404. doi:10.3201/eid2402.171634.
Mai, N., Phu, N., Nghia, H., Phuong, T., Duc, D., Chau, N....Yacoub, S. (2018). Dengue-Associated Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome, Vietnam. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 402-404. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.171634.
Relative Risk for Ehrlichiosis and Lyme Disease Where Vectors for Both Are Sympatric, Southeastern United States [PDF - 337 KB - 2 pages]
M. E. Herman-Giddens
Herman-Giddens ME. Relative Risk for Ehrlichiosis and Lyme Disease Where Vectors for Both Are Sympatric, Southeastern United States. Emerg Infect Dis. 2018;24(2):404-405. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170962
Herman-Giddens ME. Relative Risk for Ehrlichiosis and Lyme Disease Where Vectors for Both Are Sympatric, Southeastern United States. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2018;24(2):404-405. doi:10.3201/eid2402.170962.
Herman-Giddens, M. E. (2018). Relative Risk for Ehrlichiosis and Lyme Disease Where Vectors for Both Are Sympatric, Southeastern United States. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 24(2), 404-405. https://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2402.170962.
Invasive Serotype 35B Pneumococci Including an Expanding Serotype Switch Lineage [PDF - 314 KB - 1 page]
L. Olarte et al.
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PAX East 2018: Final Fantasy XV's Comrades Multiplayer Mode Will Get Standalone Release, New Update in 2018
Raid bosses are on the way.
byAndrew Goldfarb
Posted April 6, 2018, 9:52 p.m.
During a panel at PAX East today, Square Enix announced a new update coming to Final Fantasy XV’s Comrades multiplayer mode.
Later this year, a new update will add raid bosses and battle challenges for players for the first time.
This summer, Comrades will also be available standalone, so players won’t need to have the disc or full game installed in order to play. No other details were revealed (including whether the standalone version will be available for free or for a price), but Square Enix says it will reveal more information down the road.
Comrades launched in November of last year following a delay from its original release date of October. In addition to multiplayer support, the mode allows players to create their own custom character.
Andrew is IGN's executive editor of news and isn't yet available as a standalone purchase. You can find him rambling about Persona and cute animals on Twitter.
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ZAlebs enjoys lunch with Heineken
Last Friday ZAlebs attended the Heineken’s Voyage lunch event in light of bidding an adventurous farewell to the four Heineken Dropped contestants who were ‘Dropped’ on Saturday at four secret locations overseas.
We arrived at the elegant Orient Restaurant in Melrose Arch and were seated at an intimate round table filled with the coldest crisp Heineken bottles and some sushi to open up our appetite for some delicious Thai dishes to be served later on. We hadn’t met the three men one woman Heineken ‘Dropped’ contestants prior to this lunch. The contestants sat quietly, either amongst themselves, or between some of the other guests. As you know, Heineken is all about opening its consumers’ world and that’s exactly what the Heineken Dropped SA campaign did, just that by introducing these contestants to the culture of travelling.
This campaign isn’t just about going overseas; it’s about the adventure and most importantly knowing who you are when placed in an environment where no one speaks a word of English. The contestants are set to truly experience the country’s culture from the food to the traditions, however Heineken is going to place a spin on things as the traveller are set to compete against each other not only to take the title as the Ultimate Legendary Traveller but also to see if they can use their wit, charm and resourcefulness to get themselves around a foreign country.
It was time to have a little chit-chat with the contestants who are: Cape Tonian and wanna-be judge to the Miss Bikini World contest Kyle Tate, soccer fanatic Tshepo Mashigo, closet foodie Simon Good and the rose amongst the thorns and quite the charming lady Baby Mashokwe.
ZAlebs spent a considerable amount of time chatting to Simon Good and Baby Mashokwe over a glass of wine; both contestants expressed a great sense of disbelief that they made it this far.
“Right now it hasn’t really sunk in, I think when I’ve reached my secret destination everything will simmer in, but right now I’m chilled.” said Baby, who had the entire guests busting into laughter after she shared a joke about some random guy who told her that she had a pretty face and randomly asking if her face was hers. (Yes we’ll let that simmer in as you read this). Baby would’ve liked to be dropped ‘somewhere beachy and warm’ but to her obvious surprise she was dropped in Paris.
Simon Good, who was born and bred in George, also expressed a bit of disbelief and a hint of nervousness after making it this far in the competition. Good opened up a bit about his dream of wanting to score a goal for Arsenal at the Champions League one day. The confessions of the dream lead him to being exposed to witty and hilarious Arsenal jokes from the rest of the contestants, all out of love though. Simon wished to be dropped somewhere in South America. He informed us that he had travelled extensively, but despite these travels he'd never set foot in South America. Unfortunately or fortunately his wish wasn’t fulfilled as Simon was dropped in London
During lunch we also met a man with great confidence and humour, fuzzy-haired graphic designer Clint Jacobs who was a Heineken Global Voyage contestant. We asked Clint what advice he would give the Heineken Dropped contestants on this new journey they’ve embarked on and his advice was short and simple "These guys just need to be themselves and be open because people like someone who is open and real to others and themselves but if they're introverted and boring they mustn't be themselves" he joked.
The winner will not only take the title of the Ultimate Legendary Traveller, but they'll win a travel experience to the value of R40 000
Heineken Dropped SA will be live from Sunday 22 September to Thursday 26 September so keep visiting heineken.com, follow them on twitter @Heineken_SA and keep an eye out for the #HeinekenDroppedSA hashtag.
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Truths About Gender: Why Science Denialism Became “Rational”
Marius Thienenkamp May 21, 2019 Culture, Politics
(CW: Transphobia, Misogyny, Racism, Sex Reassignment Surgery)
When I first learned about the scientific consensus on non-binary genders – months before identifying as non-binary myself – I was shocked beyond belief. Not because consensus opinion among psychologists posits gender as a “non-binary construct.” But because of the unambiguous phrasing with which it did so. I had never heard it cited in any discussion. Here we had the American Psychological Association, the biggest professional organization representing United States psychologists. And it was saying in no uncertain terms that it acknowledges the existence of genders beyond men and women. How was this not a popular talking point for online left-wingers in debates on the science behind gender and sex?
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I would soon find out. The reason it must have been so puzzling to me at the time was that the conversation on gender, identities, and politics revolved largely around a very simplistic characterization. The sceptic, rational anti-SJW’s (anti-“Social Justice Warriors”) as defenders of evidence and reason are debunking a lunatic social justice movement. The overly sensitive and irrational feminists can’t deal with reality. And some notions about this prejudice remain prominent in online discourse to this very day. This is especially true with the prevalence of the “Intellectual Dark Web.” Its members portray themselves as dangerous, free-thinking men of science. Moreover, millions of people celebrate them for it. We’ll get to some of them later.
The Rejection of Scientific Findings
The reactions to a number of scientific findings on the topic of gender by many online right-wing figures paint a pretty different picture. In their recent, very first official “Guidelines for Psychological Practice with Boys and Men,” the APA “draw[s] on more than 40 years of research showing that traditional masculinity is psychologically harmful and that socializing boys to suppress their emotions causes damage that echoes both inwardly and outwardly.” For instance, men socialized as traditionally masculine – stoic, competitive, dominant and aggressive – are found to be “less likely to engage in healthy behaviors” such as seeking out preventive health care.
Imagine the shock of numerous conservative advocates of traditional gender roles. Christina Hoff Sommers, conservative-leaning academic and self-professed “Factual Feminist” commented the following on Twitter: “40 years of agenda-driven pseudo scholarship – and voilà: Masculinity becomes a pathology in need of a cure.” For one thing, this is a common misrepresentation of the guideline paper. The APA never implies masculinity or manhood to be inherently “toxic” or pathological. Indeed, it restricts its criticism to traditional notions of masculinity. For another thing, for an academic to instantly dismiss scientific consensus outside of her field of study as “agenda-driven” because of political disagreements seems unprofessional at best.
Scientific research, especially in psychology, of course doesn’t exist outside of the context of researcher’s biases. The field of psychology finds itself in the complicated position as interface between the humanities and the natural sciences. But to automatically assume political biases behind findings one disagrees with is not sensible. Ask yourself: “what are the odds that exactly the results I dislike are biased?” The instant, almost reflexive rejection of these findings is incompatible with being a level-headed, science-minded person who follows the facts.
It is ultimately an ideological rejection. Moreover, it highlights the fact that the “rational” online right is susceptible to confirmation bias – just like everybody else. When organizations are accused of perpetuating propaganda for something as nebulous as the “mainstream PC agenda,” the dismissal borders on unfalsifiable conspiracy theory. And we all know there’s nothing more scientific or rational than that.
Two good examples of such possible conspiracy theorists are Vincent James and Nick Fuentes. James is a political writer for “The Red Elephants.” In a debate with left-leaning Twitch streamer Destiny, he implies that the scientific community cannot be trusted because it “props up gender dysphoria as something cool to be.” In another debate with Destiny, white nationalist show host Fuentes elaborates on his reaction to empirical data that contradicts his opinions on gender dynamics. Fuentes states, “you can show me a study […] and I’ll tell you that it’s politically motivated.”
Image Courtesy of the APA
These two exemplify the idea that distrust against the entire scientific community is justified. Especially if its findings are “too left-wing.” It implies that some force is responsible for the scientific consensus on issues related to gender. Be it a manipulator behind the curtains or just general institutional pressure on researchers. James, Fuentes and others no longer consider whether progressive-sounding conclusions might just sometimes be, well, where the evidence leads.
It could be argued that, while the right is selective in their approach to science, so is the left. If transgender activists protest the medicalization of trans identities by medical professionals, aren’t they picking and choosing just as much? It is of course true that biased attitudes toward evidence exists all over the political spectrum. However, the unjust and inaccurate pathologizing of queer identities is historically demonstrable, homosexuality being one of the best examples.
Backlash Against Non-Binary Genders
The APA has recently described trans identities as “not inherently pathological.” Furthermore, psychologists have become aware of the problematic history of mistrust between themselves and their trans clients and now favor approaches that stress the individual’s autonomy.
Let’s return to our initial example for a bit. The few instances in which I’ve seen the APA’s “Guidelines for Psychological Practice With Transgender and Gender Nonconforming People” mentioned or have mentioned them myself, the responses from the “rational right” have been reserved at best and outright comical at worst. In her masterpiece of a video “NONBINARY / ALTERNATIVE GENDERS DON’T EXIST (get over it),” trans YouTuber Miss London elaborates on why she doesn’t think the APA is a source worth trusting. And by that, I mean she goes on a long, unhinged, nonsensical and completely counterfactual rant:
“Some people like to cite the American… what is that? The American… Pediatric… Association or something like that. I don’t know, I’ll put it up. […] They’re not actual doctors. […] A lot of them couldn’t even get college degrees. […] Actual scientists who actually did look up and look into an experiment and do the research and perform all kinds of experiments on finding out things about transgenderism and if it’s medically diagnosable and all this kind of stuff have been performed by professional doctors, professional psychologists – they are 100% professional. They went to college for years!
People at the American Psychedelic Psychiatric Association, whatever the fuck you wanna call it, they’re not actual real doctors. Like, I will pray to god, I will get down on my knees and suck god’s dick […] hoping you didn’t cite them as your main source on anything that you research that has to do with non-binary or alternative genders.”
Cherry-Picking Science
It is of course easy to make fun of the fact that she didn’t even manage to remember the name of the organization that she’s dismissing as entirely unscientific. Or the fact that she’s claiming that the largest American organization of psychologists are “not actual real doctors.” But I think there is something deeply revealing about her statement beyond the superficial observation that she is completely clueless. The vague posturing about experiments, doctors and professionals comes across as absolutely speculative and vacant. Ironically, it almost seems like its own form of virtue signaling. A list of empty buzzwords just to flex with how “scientific” you are. With all the vagueness present here, notice also the focus on individual psychologists and experiments that have supposedly taken place.
Maybe part of why scientific consensus does not play too big a role in online discourses is that commenters prefer taking a look at individual studies. The dangers of influential laymen doing this are of course manifold. Especially if meta-analyses and reviews are readily available for heavily researched topics. What if they misunderstand or misrepresent the study? Or if the study’s methodology has serious shortcomings that limit the conclusions that can reasonably be drawn? What if the broader scientific context in which the study exists puts its result in a different light? The idea that a single layperson can come to some independent conclusion that somehow has more authority than scientific consensus in any given field reeks of naïveté. Especially if that person uses out-of-context graphs and sentences from studies they found on Google.
Trans Issues: The Misrepresention of Results
A very good example of a study often given this treatment is “Long-Term Follow-Up of Transsexual Persons Undergoing Sex Reassignment Surgery: Cohort Study in Sweden.” Often cited by conservative commentators (for instance in this Heritage Foundation article), this study allegedly demonstrates that trans people undergoing gender-confirming surgeries experience worse mental health outcomes after the respective surgery. This is just flat-out wrong. A sentence from the studies’ conclusion describes “higher risks for mortality, suicidal behavior, and psychiatric morbidity” – but not as compared to pre-op trans people, but to the “general population.”
In the discussion segment of the study, the researchers elaborate:
“The caveat with this design is that transsexual persons before sex reassignment might differ from healthy controls […]. It is therefore important to note that the current study is only informative with respect to transsexuals persons health after sex reassignment; no inferences can be drawn as to the effectiveness of sex reassignment as a treatment for transsexualism. In other words, the results should not be interpreted such as sex reassignment per se increases morbidity and mortality.”
The studies’ conclusion even goes on to admit that sex reassignment “alleviat[es] gender dysphoria,” completely discrediting the notion that this study can be cited as an argument against SRS or trans acceptance in general. But even if it could be, this would be no excuse to ignore the broader scientific consensus among psychologists indicating that SRS and trans-affirmative care are often vital.
“Rapid-Onset Gender Dysphoria” and the Scientific Community
Another controversial and often-cited piece of research is a study by Lisa Littman on “rapid onset of gender dysphoria.” It surveyed parents active on different websites “where parents had reported sudden or rapid onsets of gender dysphoria occurring in their teen or young adult children.” There are several claims some online right-wing commentators espouse regarding this study, its implications and its reception. Firstly, they sometimes cite Littman’s study as definitive proof that some trans identities only come about later in life due to social contagion and deserve their own diagnostic criterion. Secondly, it’s stated – for instance by the aforementioned Vincent James – that Brown University “deleted” the study based on “hurt […] feelings.”
Both of these claims are false. Brown University had decided to delete an article about the study conducted by assistant professor Littman. This had happened in response to questions raised to PLOS ONE, the journal that had originally published the study. PLOS ONE had decided to “seek further expert assessment on the study’s methodology and analyses” after leading academics in the field had criticized the study’s research design and methodology. Experts holding each other accountable. This is an example of the system working as it should, not one of science surrendering to the easily offended.
Science Denialism from Academics
PLOS ONE later re-published the study with changes in the majority of its sections. The note of republication and a formal comment on PLOS ONE mention limitations in the study’s methodology: due to the decision to survey parents who were already active on certain websites concerning the topic, “limitations associated with selection bias” point to the necessity of further research. Furthermore, previous research indicates that “involving young people in studies of their health” has significant importance. The WHO supports this view. Accounts of children’s mental health also seem to vary vastly between the respective evaluations of children themselves and their parents. Ultimately, the “level of evidence produced by Dr. Littman’s study cannot generate a new diagnostic criterion relative to the time of presentation of the demands of medical and social gender affirmation.”
The reason this particular example is so damning is that misrepresentation of Littman’s study occurs not only amongst the right’s laypeople. Clinical psychologist and “Intellectual Dark Web” member Jordan B. Peterson was famously coined “the most influential public intellectual in the Western world” by the NYT. He claims his work as a public figure to be “not political” but rather based in psychology. This January, he retweeted an op-ed in the WSJ about rapid-onset gender dysphoria. The article incorrectly implies Littman’s study proves that “rapid onset gender dysphoria” is “social contagion” and “differs from traditional gender dysphoria.” Peterson calls ROGD a “new psychogenic plague, brought to you by the social justice world.”
Science Denialism and Dishonest Actors
So the problem of cherry-picking and misrepresentation seems extremely apparent in online coverage of gender and trans topics. It almost comes across as indifference to where the evidence leads in favor of picking what fits one’s bigoted opinions. Whether this characterization is actually fair is not a question I can definitively answer. And the lines get incredibly blurry. How do we distinguish between biased commentators with good intentions and those with ulterior motives?
One right-wing commentator who exemplifies this ambiguity is Stephen Crowder. His debate format “Change My Mind” is often criticized for not actually including any genuine attempts at, well, having one’s mind changed. In it, Crowder converses with trespassers at a public debate booth about specific topics. The entire setting arguably aims at “destroying” low-hanging fruits. It sometimes reads as disinterest in challenging one’s own opinions under the pretense of rational discourse. In his second edition of “There are only 2 Genders,” Crowder makes the incorrect claim that hormone replacement therapy and sex reassignment surgeries barely reduce trans suicide rates as supposed evidence against trans acceptance. In his video “DEBUNKED: The Dark History of ‘Gender Theory,’” he conflates the idea that sex and gender are worth considering as two distinct concepts with the idea that the development of gender identity is 100% explainable through social constructivism.
He then goes on to claim that trans acceptance is “all based on a lie.” None of this follows logically, of course. Just because gender identity doesn’t come about exclusively through social construction and one can not forcefully alter every person’s gender identity societally, that doesn’t mean that a person’s gender identity can’t be different from their assigned sex. Or that an affirmative notion towards that identity is not recommendable.
Rejecting the Scientific Worldview
Differentiating in the “nature versus nurture” debate is not only a possibility, but a responsibility. This includes taking into account biological, psychological and social factors. After this complete bastardization of “science,” Crowder and his co-hosts ironically spend some more time raging about how Democrats “are the party of pseudo scientists.”
For everyone even vaguely familiar with scientific work on the subject, this is a farce. And it becomes hard to imagine that Crowder makes these claims based on his sincere belief. The eye-catching, vastly simplified nature of his content clearly is a big part of his appeal as an online speaker. There is ample financial incentive for him to be disingenuous. And speculations like this don’t entirely come out of left field. Conservative trans woman Blaire White recounts incidents where hosts of right-leaning shows privately admitted to her that a lot of their hostility regarding trans topics was not entirely authentic and instead primarily served the popularity of their respective shows. Ultimately however, there is no way of knowing with certainty whether Crowder is aware of the deceptive nature of his content. To claim so would be irresponsible.
So far, we’ve seen the dismissal of scientific consensus, the cherry-picking and misrepresentation of individual studies and potentially disingenuous examples of science denialism. Unfortunately, it gets worse. In their most extreme form of science denialism on gender, some right-wingers resort to outright rejection of the scientific principle. Nick Fuentes, for instance, claims to “basically reject the validity of empiricism” in favor of “common sense” truths about the nature of gender relations.
Science Denialism and “Common Sense”
Another “intellectual dark web” member Ben Shapiro does the same thing when he claims to “know bullshit when [he] hear[s] it” even without engaging expertly in the respective field. Although he is a more eloquent speaker, his argument is the same appeal to what he perceives as “common sense.”
But the best example must be the PragerU video “Sex Matters,” featuring Associate Professor of Theology and Philosophy Sean McDowell. The video mainly focusses on supposed differences between men and women. It does so in a decidedly unscientific manner, citing individual anecdotes of single children playing with toy trucks. McDowell explains how he perceives essential truths about gender to be obvious even if entire fields of research disagree with him. He concludes: “Between great-granny and a gender studies PhD, I’m going with granny and her common sense.” Unsurprisingly, but ironically, the PragerU channel also frequently features videos about how leftists ignore science in favor of their feelings.
Perhaps the reason why outright science denialism by the online right so often revolves around questions of gender has a lot to do with the centrality of traditional gender norms both in our lives and in conservative ideology. We grow up learning what men and women are. What they should be like. Why they’re inherently different from one another. And why there can’t be another gender or sex is beyond them.
Why Science Doesn’t Seem to Matter
“Common sense” feels natural to us after being exposed to these discourses for our entire lives. That’s why it puzzles us when researchers problematize traditional masculinity or conceptualize gender as non-binary. It seems unintuitive – and maybe, to a certain extent, uncomfortable. Gender is a prevalent topic in our daily lives and upbringing. As a result, it might not be too surprising that some would rather refer to their great-grandmother’s wisdom than face the more complicated realities empirical science has to offer.
There is something to be said about the problems with giving into a too simplistic view of empirical science. One should not view it as always objective, never biased and an entirely reliable path to truth. And achievements in the philosophy of science can help us make sense of these problems. Publishing a scientific paper is itself a social act in which one party attempts to convince another of their findings. And scientific findings exist in the larger context of paradigms – and paradigm shifts can occur over time. Still, there are healthy and productive ways to celebrate empiricism. Unfortunately, those who often propagate it sometimes aren’t doing a good job at them.
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Facts versus Feelings
There is a reason the APA’s unambiguous statement about non-binary genders doesn’t seem to matter much in discourse. Scientific endeavors themselves seemingly don’t seem to matter much to a portion of the online right. Be it a doubt about the validity of scientific consensus, the scientific worldview itself or just science that happens to disagree with one’s political narrative. Common sense is simply stronger. This problem seems to be demonstrable on the extreme political right. But commentators who describe their views along the lines of “classically liberal” such as Sommers are also guilty of it. Many of the listed examples exist in a particular online bubble and might not represent the political right entirely. But their content still influences hundreds of thousands, if not millions.
Confirmation bias is a phenomenon that exists all over the political spectrum. We should not oversimplify and characterize the entire political left as a bastion of reason and evidence. Or portray the entire political right as scientifically illiterate. Still, there is an undeniable irony in the fact that scientific illiteracy and the denial of scientific findings, consensus or entire fields are common among many prominent right-wing creators in the conversation on gender. Especially since many of them have spent years convincing their online following that “the left doesn’t care about facts; they only care about feelings!” Along those lines; to the Stephen Crowders of the world I say: facts don’t care about your feelings!
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Regulating Mars temperature using a prionic switch
In 1982 Stanley B. Prusiner created the term “prion” (or proteinacius infectious particle) to name the exclusively proteic infectious agent responsible of the transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSEs), a group of mammalian neurodegenerative disorders. According to the widely supported “protein-only” model, the prion mechanism of transmissibility arise from the ability of the prion form of the protein to promote the conformational change of the normal cellular form to the infectious prion forms (Prusiner, 1998). The infectious forms are mis-folded proteins that induce by polymerization the formation of an amyloid fold constituted by tightly packed beta sheets. These aggregates are insoluble fibrils that display resistance to proteolytic digestion and have affinity for aromatic dyes.
How the prion work? Schematic explanation on prionic systems.
Fungal prions
Sixteen years ago, Reed Wickner (1994) proposed the prion nature of Ure2, a protein involved in the nitrogen metabolism of the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisae, to explain the unusual dominant and cytoplasmatic inheritance of the phenotype [URE3] first described by Cox (1965). Other publications of a wide array of genetic and biochemical evidence have supported that the prionic behaviour is present in other yeast proteins such as Sup35, Rnq1 and Swi1 and in HET-s, a protein involved in the mechanism of genetic incompatibility between strains of Podospora anserina.
These prions can produce amyloid-like fibrils similar to those associated with the mammalian prions. The molecular architecture of these amyloids have been studied using solid-state NMR spectroscopy and it has been found that the fibrils formed by Ure2p, Rnq1, and Sup35 share a common parallel and in-register β-structure (Fig.1) (Wickner et al. 2008). However, these fungal prions have no sequence similarity with their mammalian counterparts. Besides, they are not generally pathogenic and might have a beneficial role providing an evolutionary advantage to their hosts (Halfmann et al. 2009). The prion domains of these fungal proteins have an exceptionally high content (~40%) of two polar amyloidogenic amino acids: glutamine and asparagine.
Fungal prions generally produce changes in phenotype that seem loss-of-function mutations, but with a non-Mendelian dominant inheritance. This abnormal genetic behaviour is due to the transference of the amyloidal fibers from mother cells to her daughters and mating partners. Once this prionic infective form is present, it catalyzes the change of conformation of all the proteins of the same type that were still in the functional non-prionic form. Therefore, this causes a dominant change in the phenotype that is perpetuated through generations (Si et al. 2003).
Sup35p
[PSI+] is a non-Mendelian trait of Saccharomyces cerevisae that supress nonsense codons. This phenotype is due to a self-replication conformation (prion state) of a protein encoded by the gene Sup35. This protein, Sup35p, is the yeast eukariotyc release factor 3 (eRF3) and forms the translation termination complex with Sup45p (eRF1). The function of Sup45p is releasing the nascent polypeptide chain from the ribosome through GTP hydrolysis when Sup45p recognize a stop codon.
Sup35p is 685 amino acids long and has three distinct parts (Fig.2). The NH2-terminus (N) is termed the prion-forming domain (PrD) because plays a critical role in Sup35p’s changes in proteic conformation and it is responsible for its prion behaviour. This domain is 114 amino acids long and has a high content in glutamine and asparagine. The middle region (M) provides a solubilizing and/or spacing function. Finally, the COOH-terminus (C) is responsible for the translation-termination activity.
Figure 2. The prion domain of Sup35 is Q/N Rich and has the ability to propogate the corresponding prion in the absence of the rest of the molecule. Source: Wickner et al. 2008.
In [PSI+] cells, most Sup35p is insoluble and nonfunctional, causing an increase in the translational read-through of stop codons. This trait is heritable because Sup35p in the amyloid state as every prion influences new Sup35p to adopt the same conformation and passes from mother cell to daughter. In [psi-] cells, the translation-termination factor Sup35p is soluble and functional.
Prionic switch
The switch is formed by two different parts: the activator and the reporter. The activator part is a construction of two fragments: the NM domains of the protein Sup35, which confers to the protein the prionic activity, and the GR526 portion, which contains the DNA-binding and transcription-activation domains. The ligand-binding domain of the protein GR was eliminated, decoupling the response of the protein to the presence of glucocorticoids, and thus generating a constitutive transcription activation factor. The normal activity of this protein results in the activation of the genes preceded by the GRE (Glucocorticoid Response Element). When exposed to heat shock or other stress conditions, the NM domains start the prionic activity, eventually inhibiting the activation of transcription.
This part was amplified by using the primers indicated by Lindquist et al (?), together with the sequence recommended to use for the ligation protocol with the plasmid pSB1C3. Those primers are:
Forward actagtagcggccgctgcagATGTCGGATTCAAAC
Reverse tctagaagcggccgcgaattcTCCTGCAGTGGCTTG
(again, capital letters represent the region that pairs with the coding sequence of NMGR526).
The second part consists of the GRE followed by the reporter gene. In our experiments, we used LacZ for this purpose. The amplification of this part could not be made because of some problems found when trying to find the sequence of the GRE.
Sup35p is a subunit of the translation termination complex. Its prionic nature has been proposed to have some effect on the stress response, as a possible mechanism to obtain modified genetic expression products. When the prionic conformation is activated, the termination of translation is less effective and thus new longer proteins form (True and Lindquist, 2000, Nature, 407: 477-483; Tyedmers et al., 2008, PLoS Biology, 6: e294). When the sequence corresponding to the NM domains of Sup35p is fused to other gene, the protein resulting of this construction acquires the prionic behaviour (Li and Lindquist, 2000, Science, 287: 661-664). On the other side, GR (Glucocorticoid Receptor) activates the transcription of genes preceded by GRE (Glucocorticoid Receptor Element) when steroid hormones are present (Heitzer et al., 2007, Rev. Endocr. Metab. Disord., 8: 321-330). However, it becomes a constitutive transcription activator when it lacks its C terminal ligand-binding domain (Schena and Yamamoto, 1988, Science, 241: 965-967). Because of the length of amino acids of the cut protein, this short version of GR is named GR526.
Li and Lindquist (2000) showed that the fused protein (NMGR526) is a functional constitutive transcription activator. In addition, when the prionic conformation is reached because of the presence of a certain stimulus, NMGR526 is no longer capable of inducing the activation of the gene preceded by GRE. Tyedmers et al. (2000) checked the conditions that trigger the prionic conformation and they found that heat shock is a significantly relevant factor. The cells in which the prionic conformation is induced, the process is promoted in an autocatalytic manner and all the protein is found in the prionic conformation. The cells resulting show the phenotype [PSI+].
How the prionic switch works? Explanation on how does the prionic switch fuction.
It is important to note that the rate of the change of conformation is not equal to zero even at optimal growth conditions, and that not all the cells become [PSI+]. The rate of spontaneous activation of the switch is thought to be around 10-6 or 10-7 (Alberti et al., 2009, Cell, 137: 146-158). This process is promoted under heat stress (Tyedmers et al., 2008), probably because of the important role of heat shock proteins like Hsp104 in the formation and maintenance of the amyloid fiber (Halfmann et al., 2009, Trends in Cell Biology). These approximate rates will have very important implications for the yeastworld model that we briefly describe in the following subsection, and with more detail in the Modelling section.
Introduction to the Yeastworld
A model population of yeast containing the prionic switch growing under low temperatures would contain a pool of [psi -] (black) cells and a minimal amount of [PSI+] (white) cells. The high proportion of black yeasts will cause an increase of the planet mean temperature (as can be deduced by the Microbial Albedo Recorder section of the project). As we explained in the section above, when the temperature is high enough, the prionic switch will tend to become activated. Then, there will be a much higher proportion of non-melanic [PSI+] cells. In addition to the underlying molecular tendency, the black cells will be selected against in this situation, because of the increasing of their inner temperature, in comparison to the white cells, that will provoke a reduction of their growth rate. The white cells, on the other hand, have an intrinsic protection against overheating due to their higher albedo. Thus, these cells will grow faster and become more and more abundant. The eventual high proportion of white cells will lead to an increase of the planetary albedo effect and a decrease of the mean temperature. This situation will become autoregulated and reach an equilibrium through several oscillatory cycles. The background and the dynamics of this process can be regarded with much more detail in the Modelling section of the project, but the conclusion is quite remarkable: a pleasant equilibrium temperature of about 30ºC.
Plasmids and strains
As we mentioned in the Components subsection, the switch is formed by two different parts, which were handled independently. The prionic transcription activator was inserted into a multicopy (2μ) constitutive vector. The construct is called PG1-NMGR526 (Fig 1: Schena and Yamamoto, Science, 241: 965-967; see its card in Addgene).
The GRE+reporter portion was cloned into another multicopy vector, naming the construct pL2/GZ (Fig 2:; Kimura et al., Science, 268: 1362-1365); see its card in Addgene).
The plasmids were cloned into chemically competent BL21 Star E. coli cultures (read more about this bacterial strain in its Invitrogen manual). The cultures were grown overnight at 37ºC and then the plasmids were isolated. Finally, yeast strain 5523 ([psi-]) was transformed using the lithium acetate protocol we describe in XXXXXX. The yeast strain 5523 has several auxotrophies (genotype ade1-14(UGA), trp1-289(UAG), his3Δ-200, ura3-52, leu2-3,112) and the NM domains of Sup35 deleted from the background 74D-694 [PSI+] (read more about the obtaining of this strain in True and Lindquist, 2000, Nature, 407: 477-483).
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Technological change will make sex dolls real people Because he works in other industries - there are 500 customers who say the business is booming. Many customers return once a week or every two weeks. "We have six dolls. He recalls that we sold four on Labor Day weekend. Like any other profession, porn stars seem to be ready for the upcoming technological revolution. https://www.urdolls.com/asian-style-doll-c-4.html In a recent high-profile speech, Bank of England Governor Mark Carney said, “Every technological revolution will ruthlessly destroy work and livelihoods – and thus identity – before the new event.” The doll is equipped with Wi-Fi. Japanese sex doll, similar to smart assistants like Siri and Alexa, can surf the Internet and respond to voice commands. Experts believe that technological changes will make pornography a real person in the past. Meet sex dolls who can talk, play music and even "help homework trivia". Urdolls has the ambition to apply artificial intelligence to make dolls so life that they can heal the loneliness between singles. One person will not be able to compete in this world,” said Futurist, who wrote a report on the sexual future for adult TPE sex doll companies. “A studio will be able to hire a porn actor for a thousand dollars. Or just rent the software and create one less," he told the motherboard. The mask is paired with the smartphone app via Bluetooth, allowing the user to pick the aroma they want to smell, or to mix the perfumes together, or to choose to smell each flavor separately, while adjusting the weight or weight of each aroma. The meaning in the sex doll rental business. https://www.urdolls.com “We are designing them so that silicone dolls can have a meaningful conversation with you and help you solve your housework problems. “They can even be medical assistants or receptionists. "The entrepreneur behind the company - he agreed to let the Toronto Sun newspaper visit his warehouse without anonymity. The chief development officer of urdolls said: "We have developed very good sex doll robotics, so we want to focus on having the most beautiful robots and the hottest body." Human porn stars will be replaced by "virtual actors" in the future because The audience will choose polygons instead of people. http://urdolls.gaatverweg.nl/2019/07/can-a-sex-doll-fill-the-hole-in-your-heart/ http://forums.gaga.com/forum/main-forum/224-do-you-want-to-seek-romance-in-a-sex-doll
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Meaning of sex doll rental business Professors at the University of British Columbia participated in the gender of the new Japanese sex doll robot: social and ethical. As she pointed out in the press release, “I predict that their usability will provide couples with more opportunities to define their own types of marriage. One example might be that more couples can choose “compliance marriages” that do not involve sex. ", and only focus on creating a family." https://www.urdolls.com/tpe-doll-c-1.html While the idea of “renting my own” TPE sex doll business has made all my tendencies excessive, they do provide (possibly) beneficial services for a certain segment of the population. As the urdolls website says, “Our vision is to bring you an exciting new way to meet your needs without the many limitations and limitations that a true partner can bring. The brothel is scheduled to open on September 8 near Sherad Avenue. However, when the news about the opening ceremony spread, the city responded that it violated the charter that banned nearby adult entertainment venues for decades. Shows the meaning of the sex doll rental business. We hope that you can enjoy any fantasy or superstition you want without judgment or shame. “The entrepreneur behind the company – he agreed to let the Sun visit his warehouse without anonymity because he works in other industries – there are 500 customers who say the business is booming. Many customers every week or every two Return once a week. "We have six dolls. He recalls that we sold four on Labor Day weekend. Although the owners think the industry is "strange", he has not judged. "We have always heard the word, 'interesting', As a witness. "A lifelike silicone doll can help people get experiences they might not have easily." Sex dolls may even be good for relationships. After protests from residents and parliamentarians, he was closed before the opening of the avenue. Regional square. A decade-long charter has been dug up, prohibiting “adult entertainment” stores from operating at that location. https://www.urdolls.com Customers who want to “try out” dolls can go through the main entrance, because the store also sells hair care products, no one will be smarter. From there, the owner collects customer information. There are several dolls to choose from. Why sex doll "brothels" may actually be a good thing. https://urdolls129248410.wordpress.com/2019/07/22/does-sex-dolls-help-reduce-impulsiveness/ https://telegra.ph/The-Application-Is-Connected-to-The-Sensory-Input-of-The-Sex-Doll-07-22
People fall in love and even marry sex dolls Dr. Sex Doll explained in an interview: “They will be parcels, everyone is a voice.” If they want to stop it, they will always have control. The complexity of the design and technology behind the sex dolls marks a step forward in robotics. For human society, this is an unquestionable return. Customers can choose from 5 skin tones, 11 eye colors and 7 lip colors. Blue eyes and apricot lips are the most popular. Santos, who aims to develop male robots, said that sex robots have the potential to benefit society - from helping women, gays and bisexuals, to preventing sexually transmitted diseases, and advancing artificial intelligence. Controversially, he said that having a Japanese sex doll robot could lead to fewer people visiting prostitutes, which would hit sex trades. https://www.urdolls.com/asian-style-doll-c-4.html The company insists that it does not program to participate in any form of rape fantasies and suggests that it is indeed a "pure speculation." Self-heating gloves with heaters, electric blanket-type gadgets, or can be placed in the body's warm circulation system, all running. London-based artificial intelligence researchers predicted in his 2007 book "Love and Sexual Robots" that by 2050, humans will have sex with TPE sex doll robots, falling in love and even marrying robots. “I don’t think there’s anything wrong with using sex robots to provide sexual gratification to those who can’t achieve sex in relationships with others. For lonely and miserable people, this is much better than having no sex life,” He says. For some people, heating is very important to their experience and feels very real. In fact, she is not a reflection, feeling that humans will not make her existence without problems. Robots normalize sexual violence. They serve and distract their criminal impulses, which can be treated with mental illness. ” I don't see anyone hurt by people who have sex with silicone doll robots, so I think robot brothels should not only be legitimate, but should be encouraged to do so to reduce sex trade. Perhaps 50% of customers are people who need to customize robots for family members,” Haines said. "That's all, that's why it's called the right partner." Then, people who buy dolls can choose different types of sounds for their own "girlfriends." But customization will cost buyers an extra £143 on the £2,500 of the sex robot itself. The company's flagship product is a fully customizable gender robot that costs £5,000 and has a variety of personality settings. In addition to sex, sex dolls say she can provide friendship and social support to lonely men. He and his wife created their sexual robots. This is a US-based company that produces "the world's best love doll." This means that women make a sound to sex dolls and they will be able to get cash because they will get a percentage of the income of each sound pack sold. https://www.urdolls.com New technologies are being designed to heat the body of the sex doll robot, although the exact technique has not yet been determined. One such model is called "Frigid Farrah", which makes the robot resistant to progress. The company's engineers say that these dolls have fully customizable faces, and the biggest customer requirements are celebrity-like dolls and similar dead partners. http://forum.rextonhub.com/do-you-want-a-sex-doll-for-comfort-t19809.html https://www.wattpad.com/758936833-why-do-people-choose-sex-dolls-sex-dolls-provide
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ch werde es nicht leugnen. Unsere Sammlung von Liebespuppen ist nicht billig. Werden wir deswegen oft gefragt, ob sie den Preis, den wir verlangen, wirklich wert sind? Das ist eine berechtigte Frage. Wir geben Ihnen gerne eine Antwort. Einfach gesagt, ja! Alle Lebensechte Sexpuppen, die wir verkaufen, sind das Geld wert, das Sie dafür bezahlen. Noch besser ist, dass der Wert, den Sie aus Ihrer Puppe ziehen, Ihr investiertes Geld bei weitem übersteigt. Hier ist ein Missverständnis über sex dolls Besitz und wie nützlich diese Mitarbeiter wirklich sind. https://www.beerdoll.com/suzanne-160cm-porn-sexpuppe.html
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Warum sind Sexpuppen mit dicken Ärschen bei Männern so beliebt? Großer Arsch lebensechten Sexpuppen Laut einer Marktumfrage des professionellen Puppengeschäfts beerdoll mögen die meisten Männer große Hüften. Wenn sie die dicken Gesäßfrauen, die sie mögen, nicht finden, wählen sie Sexpuppen, die den großen Hintern ähneln. Viele Männer bevorzugen Frauen mit großen Hintern Arten von Vorlieben können sich auch auf den Kauf von Lebensechte Sexpuppen auswirken. Warum tragen so viele Männer runde und volle Hüften? Zunächst wird die Hüften sind eher männliche sexuelle Phantasien stimulieren, so dass ihnen ein starkes sexuellen Verlangen geben. Sie mögen Reizung natürlich klingen wie Sex-Prozess. Immer ein Symbol für die Fähigkeit vieler gesunden Nachkommen Fruchtbarkeit und reproduktiven breiten Becken. Deshalb Liebe „glücklich Becken“ ist das Wesen der menschlichen Fortpflanzung und die wirksamsten. auch in unseren kulturellen Vorlieben und Geschmäcker eine Rolle spielen. Hüften, plus die sexyen Hüften, fühlt sich aufregend, einfach zu emotional. Die Gehirnaktivität des bloßen Auges ist so stark wie das wahre Glück.Nicht nur aus Fleisch und Blut ist eindeutig einer der Gründe, warum Männer wie große ass. Mit der Entwicklung der Liebespuppen, big ass realistische Puppe auch die gleichen schmutzigen sexuellen Phantasien wie echten Frauen erreichen kann. Hier sind die Menschen zunehmend Verwenden Sie mehr tpe Puppen mit breiteren Hüften. https://www.beerdoll.com/luxus-real-sex-doll-silikon-puppen.html Aber was sind die attraktivsten Hüften und Po von echten Frauen und Sex Dolls? Unbewusst, scheinen Männer immer produktiv zu finden und eine Frau keine Kinder haben. Neben der Fruchtbarkeit breiten Hüften, riesige Brüste hat eines der Kriterien, werden sie wählen weibliche Partner. Sie stellen eine dynamische und leichte Geburt Fähigkeit: Auch wenn wir dies nicht verstehen, beeinflussen diese Eigenschaften unseren Fokus auf die Partnerauswahl. Wenn also jemand unsere Interessen nährt, haben diese Dinge einen indirekten Einfluss auf unser Urteilsvermögen. Eine Studie zeigt, dass die Hüften größer sind Die kognitiven Fähigkeiten von Kindern sind häufig höher, während Sex Dolls wenig über ihre kognitiven Fähigkeiten zu sagen haben. sex Silikonpuppen Männer finden Frauen und WM Dolls oft sehr attraktiv und welche Eigenschaften lassen Ihr Herz höher schlagen! Einer Studie zufolge hilft das Fettpolster im Gesäß dabei, Verunreinigungen und Ausscheidungen zu binden, was lebensspendend ist. Positive Effekte: Pralle Hüften sind eine hormonelle Garantie, sie schützen die Arterien und gleichen den Blutzuckerspiegel aus.Laut einer britischen Studie sind Frauen mit einem längeren Abstand zwischen den beiden Hüften aktiver und vielfältiger als Frauen mit einem kleineren Becken. Der Grund dafür ist einfach, weil diese Frauen weniger genetische Angst vor einer möglichen Geburt und Komplikationen haben. Darüber hinaus scheinen sie mehr über ihre Körper und Wünsche zu sein. die Forscher glauben, dass hüftbreit von Kindern, deren Mütter höhere Intelligenz geboren, und deshalb intelligenter. weitere Studien gezeigt haben, dass diese Frauen Intimität zu stärken Hoffnung und unwissentlich Führe sie enthusiastischer. Breite Hüften stellen sexy Weiblichkeit dar. Es gibt viele Gründe, warum Männer große Pobacken mögen, und irritierendes Verhalten ist nur einer von ihnen. https://www.beerdoll.com/silikon-premium-sex-doll-silikonpuppen.html Frauen, die großen Arsch mögen, sind ganz normale Dinge. Wenn Sie möchten, dass eine Frau einen großen Hintern hat, diesen aber nicht findet, können Ihnen die Silikonpuppen in unserem Geschäft helfen, da sie auch eine volle Brust haben. Ein riesiger Hintern genügt, um Ihre speziellen Anforderungen für diese Nummer zu erfüllen. Wenn Sie Fragen haben und eine realistische Puppe mit mehr physikalischen Eigenschaften bestellen möchten, helfen wir Ihnen gerne weiter. https://www.beerdoll.com/deine-lebensecht-silikon-puppe-doll-sex.html https://www.beerdoll.com/unglaublich-silikon-lebensechte.html
Sex dolls provide us with a comfortable experience The oldest career goal is to bring more money to the legal system. The stigma of being arrested for patronizing sex workers is much worse than ever. A torso with a head but no arms or legs can be considered a doll. Any other reproduction of a human sexual organ or body part is a sex toy, not a Japanese sex doll. https://www.urdolls.com/tpe-doll-c-1.html More and more men and women of different ages and status buy silicone dolls as a way to satisfy sexual desire and fantasy as a human partner. That's why TPE sex doll and silicone love dolls are becoming more popular and interesting, but they are still the main cause of controversy. Why do people choose dolls? The 45-year-old Japanese businessman explained why he decided to buy his doll. "Men hope that one person can hear their voice without complaining that they are coming home from work." Like other men, although he has been married for many years, he still finds happiness in his dummy. Mini Flat Chest TPE Sex Doll Here are some of the characteristics of TPE sex dolls: non-allergic, unfortunately, you may have an allergic reaction to previous sex dolls, letting you stop using them. Use TPE play toys and fix with materials that do not cause any form of allergies. A man who has been married for many years can find the joy and satisfaction of a doll that can't talk or move, which sounds strange. “I have a lot of customers who really come to me. They only want a doll for comfortable use. I think it’s great. I think in that case, I am completing me by providing comfort to someone when they need it. "Work really surprised me because I know a lot of people, they look at the industry and think it's dirty, or just all pornography, but it's not the case. These dolls can be inflatable or solid and made of different types of plastic and silicone. As the world changes, more people of different generations and backgrounds begin to explore the joys of the world and no longer think about what others might think of. https://www.urdolls.com Often these are life-size replicas of the entire person, from about 4 feet to about 6 feet high, weighing from 20 to 100 pounds. Sex dolls and sex workers have gained satisfaction through sex workers and have now risen to a new level of taboo, including sites like this and raids from massage parlours around the world. What is a sex doll? Sexual dolls, also known as love dolls, are "anatomically correct" human, female or male replicas described in the film "Lars and The Real Girl." Sex doll manufacturers make replicas of death partners to fight loneliness: 'I provide comfort' http://urdolls.gaatverweg.nl/2019/07/can-sex-dolls-fight-sexual-abuse/ https://telegra.ph/Why-Are-Sex-Dolls-So-Lifelike-Now-07-15
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Illustrated Encyclopedia of Things Chinese, 1719
Dimensions: 16 x 22.5 cm
Origin: Japan
Materials: Rice paper, silk thread, ink
Dating: Kyoho period: 1716 to 1736. (Probably 1719.)
A Japanese volume from the 唐土訓蒙圖彚 or "Illustrated Encyclopedia of Things Chinese", it was published in the Kyoho period: 1716 to 1736. (This edition is probably from 1719.) It's a woodblock printed volume with artwork by the hand of the famous Tachibana Morikuni.
Tachibana Morikuni was clearly inspired by Chinese texts that somehow made it to Japan, possibly smuggled, but it deserves mention that all the technology describes is from the Ming or earlier. Most of the illustrations seem to be re-drawn from old Chinese military classics like the wubeizhi and wujing zongyao with also some illustrations I am not familiar with. The book shows a keen Japanese interest in Chinese military matters.
Similar works by Tachibana Morikuni are held in the Metropolitan Museum and Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
Book in aged condition on the outside, but very good still on the inside. The woodblocks are very detailed and show off Tachibana Morikuni high level of skill.
An 18th century Japanese woodblock printed book by the famous Tachibana Morikuni, with the subject of old Chinese military technology.
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Documents in the AC/297 chronological series report on Committee's work and its relations with the Council and the five working groups."Documents" (D) are reports (provisional or final) to the Committee from the working groups, or to the Council from the Committee.Notes (N) are organizational in nature. They prepare forthcoming meetings (planning, list of participants, agenda).Records (R) are reports on the regular mee...
The records in the AC/111 series deal with subjects concerning the review of the organization of the NATO Pipeline System in the Central European area. They also contain, among other things, comments by SHAPE on France's proposals, a plan to divide up the central European area into divisions and information on the structure and functioning of the Central Europe Operating Agency.
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The AC/74 series comprises chiefly studies, projects, reports, notes and corrigenda issued by Committee members and delegations, and records the outcome of Committee meetings.It deals with upholding the European production potential, industrial mobilization, standardization, armaments equipment, the creation of groups of experts or working groups and their activities.
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Octodon degusdegu
By Mary Hejna
Ecosystem Roles
Octodon degus is generally considered endemic to west central Chile, where it inhabits the lower slopes of the Andes. Although some have argued that its range may extend north into Peru, this is not well supported. It is common in the international pet trade, however, and is often used in laboratory studies outside of its native range. (Contreras, et al., 1987; Woods and Boraker, 1975)
Octodon degus inhabits a mediterranean-type semi-arid shrubland ecosystem called "matorral", which is found on the western slopes of the Andes between 28 and 35 degrees south latitude. Further north the climate becomes too arid to support this plant community, and further south it is too wet. Degus appear to be limited to elevations below 1200 meters, both by the distribution of their habitat and by their intolerance of low oxygen partial pressure. Degus are well able to inhabit lands influenced by cattle grazing, and are agricultural pests in some areas. (Contreras, et al., 1987; Fulk, 1976)
Habitat Regions
Other Habitat Features
Range elevation
0 to 1200 m
0.00 to 3937.01 ft
Octodon degus superficially resembles a gerbil, but is much larger. Degus typically weigh between 170 and 300 g, and measure between 325 and 440 mm in length, including the tail. The fur is yellow-brown on the back and head, and the underparts and feet are cream colored. There is a pale band around the eye and, in some individuals, the neck. The tail is moderately long and conspicuously tufted. The ears are large and darkly pigmented. The fifth digit is reduced, and on the forefeet it has a nail instead of a claw. The cheekteeth are hypsodont and their biting surfaces resemble a figure of eight. Sexes are difficult to distinguish, but males tend to be about 10% larger than females. Pups are born furred and able to see, and begin exploring within hours of birth. Octodon degus can be distinguished from the two other members of the genus Octodon by slight differences in dental morphology. It is also smaller than its relatives and its tail is said to be more noticeably tufted. (Fulk, 1976; Lee, 2004)
homoiothermic
male larger
170 to 300 g
5.99 to 10.57 oz
Range length
325 to 440 mm
12.80 to 17.32 in
Average basal metabolic rate
0.958 W
During the annual breeding season, male-male aggression temporarily increases. Males exclude other males from their burrow and monopolize the females (usually 2 to 4) who live there. Dustbathing and urine marking may be used in the defense of territory by both sexes, but these behaviors particularly increase in the male during the breeding season. Courting males often engage in mutual grooming with females, and frequently perform a courtship ritual which involves wagging of the tail and trembling of the body. The male then raises a hind leg and sprays urine onto the female. This may serve to familiarize her with his scent and perhaps make her more receptive to his advances in the future. Receptive females may sometimes enurinate males in a similar fashion. Related female degus may nurse each other's young. (Ebensperger and Caiozzi, 2002; Fulk, 1976; Kleiman, 1974; Soto-Gamboa, 2005)
Mating System
polygynous
cooperative breeder
In the wild degus tend to breed once per year. The breeding season usually begins in late May (autumn in Chile), and the young are conceived in late winter to early spring (September to October). In wet years, degus may produce second litters. It has been suggested that degus may be induced ovulators, but this has not been established for certain. There is also some evidence that male reproductive organs may be sensitive to changes in photoperiod. The gestation period is 90 days, and litter size is typically 4-6 pups. The young are precocial. They are born with fur and teeth; their eyes are open and they are able to move about the nest on their own. Pups are weaned at 4 to 5 weeks, and become sexually mature between 12 and 16 weeks of age. Degus do not reach adult size until about 6 months of age, however, and they generally live in same-sex social groups until they are about 9 months old and their first breeding season occurs. It has been reported that pups raised in isolation in the laboratory experience severe neural and behavioral abnormalities. (Ebensperger and Hurtado, 2005; Lee, 2004; Woods and Boraker, 1975)
iteroparous
seasonal breeding
viviparous
post-partum estrous
Breeding interval
Degus breed once a year.
Breeding season
Wild degus breed in September and October.
Range time to independence
Range age at sexual or reproductive maturity (female)
Range age at sexual or reproductive maturity (male)
16 (high) weeks
Before conception can occur, the male degu must invest considerable energy in the defense of his territory and harem from other males. The female subsequently expends considerable energy in gestation and lactation. The pregnancy is relatively long for a rodent, and the young are born well developed. After birth, both parents protect and provision the pups. Degus nest communally, and groups of related females nurse one another's young. In the laboratory, the female remains close to the pups until two weeks after birth, and males have been observed to huddle with the young during this period without instances of infanticide. In the wild, male degus may spend as much time feeding and huddling with the young as females do. Pups begin to eat solid food at about two weeks of age, and venture out of the burrow at three weeks. Upon weaning at four to six weeks, the pups are able to live independently of the parents and form same-sex social groups until their first breeding season. (Ebensperger and Hurtado, 2005; Fulk, 1976; Lee, 2004; Woods and Boraker, 1975)
pre-fertilization
pre-hatching/birth
pre-weaning/fledging
pre-independence
In laboratory conditions, degus typically live five to eight years.
Typical lifespan
Degus are social and tend to live in groups of one to two males and two to five related females. Females participate in rearing on another's young. Groups maintain territories throughout much of the year. Degus are semi-fossorial, digging extensive communal burrow systems. These burrows are often shared by Bennett's chinchilla rat (Abrocoma bennettii). Degus feed exclusively above ground, however, and have been observed climbing into the low branches of shrubs while foraging. Dustbathing is an important social behavior among degus. Groups repeatedly mark favorite wallows with urine and anal gland secretions. This may help the group identify each other by scent as well as delineating territorial boundaries. Degus are mainly diurnal, and are most active during the morning and evening. (Ebensperger, et al., 2004; Fulk, 1976; Woods and Boraker, 1975)
terricolous
fossorial
saltatorial
diurnal
Average territory size
200 m^2
Fulk (1976) estimated that social groups of degus occupy home areas of roughly 200 square meters, and that their density is about 75 degus per hectare. This may be an underestimate, however, due to the trapping methods used. (Fulk, 1976)
Degus have well-developed sight, smell, and hearing. They are highly vocal and use various calls to communicate with one another, including alarm calls, mating calls, and communication between parents and young. Vision is very important in avoidance of predators and in foraging. It has been shown that degus are able to see ultraviolet wavelengths, and that their urine reflects in the UV range when fresh. It has therefore been suggested that degus' urine scent marks are also visual cues. These scent marks are also used as dust wallows, allowing members of a social group to identify each other by scent. (Chavez, et al., 2003; Fulk, 1976; Woods and Boraker, 1975)
Other Communication Modes
scent marks
Degus are generalist herbivores. They feed on the leaves, bark, and seeds of shrubs and forbs. Among their favorite foods are the bark of Cestrum palqui and Mimosa cavenia, leaves and bark of Proustia cuneifolia, Atriplex repunda, and Acacia caven, annuals such as Erodium cicutarum when in season, green grasses, and thistle seeds. Degus choose food items that reduce fiber and increase nitrogen and moisture in the diet, and thus prefer young leaves and avoid woodier shrubs. Degus rely on microbial fermentation in their enlarged cecum (they are "hindgut fermenters") to digest their food. They reingest a large percentage of their feces, usually during the night. This allows them to maximize their digestion. Degus store food in the winter, and it has been reported that they occasionally eat meat in old age. (Gutierrez and Bozinovic, 1998; Kenagy, et al., 1999; Veloso and Kenagy, 2005; Woods and Boraker, 1975)
granivore
lignivore
coprophage
Plant Foods
wood, bark, or stems
seeds, grains, and nuts
Foraging Behavior
stores or caches food
Octodon degus is subject to predation by larger mammals such as culpeo foxes (Lycalopex culpaeus), and from the air by raptors such as barn owls (Tyto alba), short-eared owls (Asio flammeus), and black-chested buzzard eagles (Geranoaetus melanoleucus). Degus use vigilance and cover to avoid predators. Their pelage is also counter-shaded and matches the soil color, which reduces visibility to predators. Degus live socially and use alarm calls to warn others of danger. When a predator is spotted, they take cover in shrubby areas and may retreat to the communal burrow. (Ebensperger and Wallem, 2002; Woods and Boraker, 1975)
Anti-predator Adaptations
Known Predators
barn owls (Tyto alba)
short-eared owls (Asio flammeus)
black-chested buzzard eagles (Geranoaetus melanoleucus)
culpeo foxes (Lycalopex culpaeus)
Octodon degus affects the plant community in its habitat by selective browsing. Degus behaviorally reduce the fiber content of their diet, preferrentially eating shrubs such as Adesmia bedwellii, Baccharis paniculata, and Chenopodium petioare, which are less fibrous and less thorny than others. These species have been shown to increase their foliage area upon exclusion of degus. As degus are very common, they are themselves an important food source for their predators. (Gutierrez and Bozinovic, 1998)
Degus often live in association with Bennett's chinchilla rats (Abrocoma bennettii). The two species are known to share burrow systems and have even been observed in the same chamber within a burrow. This is believed to be a mutualistic relationship, but it is not well understood. (Fulk, 1976; Woods and Boraker, 1975)
Ecosystem Impact
creates habitat
Mutualist Species
Abrocoma benettii (Bennett's chinchilla rat)
Degus are frequently kept as pets, and are used extensively in laboratory research. Because they are largely diurnal, they are useful in research on circadian rhythms, and their intolerance of sugars makes them ideal models for diabetes research. (Lee, 2004)
Degus are significant agricultural pests in some areas. They take advantage of cultivated prickly pear cactus, wheat, vineyards, and orchards as abundant food sources, and can do considerable damage. They are also known to host three species of parasites that can infect humans. (Fulk, 1976)
Negative Impacts
injures humans
carries human disease
crop pest
Octodon degus is considered the most common mammal in its range, and is not considered threatened or endangered. (Ebensperger and Wallem, 2002; Woods and Boraker, 1975)
State of Michigan List
Tanya Dewey (editor), Animal Diversity Web.
Mary Hejna (author), University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Phil Myers (editor, instructor), Museum of Zoology, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
uses sound to communicate
living in landscapes dominated by human agriculture.
Found in coastal areas between 30 and 40 degrees latitude, in areas with a Mediterranean climate. Vegetation is dominated by stands of dense, spiny shrubs with tough (hard or waxy) evergreen leaves. May be maintained by periodic fire. In South America it includes the scrub ecotone between forest and paramo.
helpers provide assistance in raising young that are not their own
an animal that mainly eats the dung of other animals
active at dawn and dusk
having markings, coloration, shapes, or other features that cause an animal to be camouflaged in its natural environment; being difficult to see or otherwise detect.
active during the day, 2. lasting for one day.
Referring to a burrowing life-style or behavior, specialized for digging or burrowing.
an animal that mainly eats seeds
offspring are produced in more than one group (litters, clutches, etc.) and across multiple seasons (or other periods hospitable to reproduction). Iteroparous animals must, by definition, survive over multiple seasons (or periodic condition changes).
the business of buying and selling animals for people to keep in their homes as pets.
having more than one female as a mate at one time
specialized for leaping or bounding locomotion; jumps or hops.
communicates by producing scents from special gland(s) and placing them on a surface whether others can smell or taste them
breeding is confined to a particular season
remains in the same area
places a food item in a special place to be eaten later. Also called "hoarding"
that region of the Earth between 23.5 degrees North and 60 degrees North (between the Tropic of Cancer and the Arctic Circle) and between 23.5 degrees South and 60 degrees South (between the Tropic of Capricorn and the Antarctic Circle).
Living on the ground.
defends an area within the home range, occupied by a single animals or group of animals of the same species and held through overt defense, display, or advertisement
uses sight to communicate
reproduction in which fertilization and development take place within the female body and the developing embryo derives nourishment from the female.
Chavez, A., F. Bozinovic, L. Peichl, A. Palacios. 2003. Retinal spectral sensitivity, fur coloration, and urine reflectance in the genus Octodon (Rodentia): implications for visual ecology. Investigative Opthalmology & Visual Science, 44/5: 2290-2296.
Contreras, L., J. Torres-Mura, J. Yanez. 1987. Biogeography of Octodontid rodents: An eco-evolutionary hypothesis. Fieldiana: Zoology, New Series, 39: 401-411.
Ebensperger, L., F. Bozinovic. 2000. Energetics and burrowing behaviour in the semifossorial degu Octadon degus (Rodentia: Octodontidae). Journal of Zoology, 252: 179-186.
Ebensperger, L., A. Caiozzi. 2002. Male degus, Octodon degus, modify their dustbathing behavior in response to social familiarity of previous dustbathing marks. Revista Chilena de Historia Natural, 75: 157-163.
Ebensperger, L., M. Hurtado. 2005. On the relationship between herbaceous cover and vigilance activity of degus (Octodon degus). Ethology, 111/6: 593-608.
Ebensperger, L., M. Hurtado. 2005. Seasonal changes in the time budget of degus, Octadon degus.. Behaviour, 142: 91-112.
Ebensperger, L., M. Hurtado, M. Soto-Gamboa, E. Lacey, A. Chang. 2004. Communal nesting and kinship in degus (Octodon degus). Naturwissenschaften, 91: 391-395.
Ebensperger, L., P. Wallem. 2002. Grouping increases the ability of the social rodent, Octodon degus, to detect predators when using exposed microhabitats. Oikos, 98: 491-497.
Fulk, G. 1976. Notes on the activity, reproduction, and social behavior of Octodon degus. Journal of Mammalogy, 57/3: 495-505.
Gutierrez, J., F. Bozinovic. 1998. Diet selection in captivity by a generalist herbivorous rodent (Octodon degus) from the Chilean coastal desert. Journal of Arid Environments, 39: 601-607.
Kenagy, G., R. Nespolo, R. Vasquez, F. Bozinovic. 2002. Daily and seasonal limits of time and temperature to activity of degus. Revista Chilena de Historia Natural, 75: 567-581.
Kenagy, G., C. Veloso, F. Bozinovic. 1999. Daily rhythms of food intake and feces reingestion in the degu, an herbivorous Chilean rodent: optimizing digestion through coprophagy. Physiological and Biochemical Zoology, 72/1: 78-86.
Kleiman, D. 1974. Patterns of behaviour in hystricomorph rodents. Symposium of the Zoological Society (London), 34: 171-209.
Lee, T. 2004. Octodon degus: A diurnal, social, and long-lived rodent. ILAR Journal, 45/1: 14-24.
Soto-Gamboa, M., M. Villalon, F. Bozinovic. 2005. Social cues and hormone levels in male Octadon degus (Rodentia): a field test of the Challange Hypothesis. Hormones and Behavior, 47/3: 311-318.
Soto-Gamboa, M. 2005. Free and total testosterone levels in field males of Octodon degus (Rodentia, Octodontidae): accuracy of the hormonal regulation of behavior. Revista Chilena de Historia Natural, 78/2: 229-238.
Tokimoto, N., K. Okanoya. 2004. Spontaneous construction of "Chines boxes" by Degus (Octodon degus): A rudiment of recursive intelligence?. Japanese Psychological Research, 46/3: 255-261.
Veloso, C., G. Kenagy. 2005. Temporal dynamics of milk composition of the precocial caviomorph Octodon degus (Rodentia : Octodontidae). Revista Chilena de Historia Natural, 78/2: 247-252.
Woods, C., D. Boraker. 1975. Octodon degus. Mammalian Species, 67: 1-5.
Family Octodontidae degus, rock rats, and viscacha rats
Octodontidae: information (1) Octodontidae: pictures (9) Octodontidae: specimens (6)
Genus Octodon degus
Octodon: pictures (4) Octodon: specimens (6)
Species Octodon degus degu
Octodon degus: information (1) Octodon degus: pictures (4) Octodon degus: specimens (6)
To cite this page: Hejna, M. 2006. "Octodon degus" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed January 19, 2020 at https://animaldiversity.org/accounts/Octodon_degus/
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Opening Day 2008 -- What A Day!
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Courtesy of my beautiful and talented little sister, Kate, who just happens to be the executive assistant to the general counsel of a certain major league baseball team, my long-time friend Tim Heilman and I had the good fortune to attend opening day at Miller Park this year. For the both of us this was our 4th opening day. My first was many years ago when as a resident's assistant at UWM I helped organize a 300-person bus trip. The other two times were the final two seasons of County Stadium (additionally the final two last home games ... I have the brick and certificate to prove it).
We had breakfast with my wife's sister and my daughter at a local restaurant and consequently got off to a late start for the stadium. We crossed over 94E to the 41S entrance lane at about 11:15. The line appeared quite long, so I settled back and took a few pictures on the way in like the one above.
Surprisingly, the ride in did not take too long. Within about 15 minutes we were being directed to Preferred Parking (isn't my sister great?). Tim settled his SUV into our parking spot. We had arrived. What a day!
Despite the evidence to the contrary (see the snow on the roof above), the weather was gorgeous. Jackets were eventually shed and chairs were placed strategically in front of Tim's SUV, away from the guys drunkenly tossing a football about. Beers were hoisted in salute to Kate and the Brewers and we sat back to enjoy the morning.
Our next door neighbor offered to take our pictures. I'm the shaded (shady?) one on the left. Tim bought that Brewer jacket just the day before, wanting to be in high fashion for the game. There was just the barest hint of the remnants of winter in the air. Perfect for cooling off from all the activity we engaged in ... bringing beer and chips to mouth and being on alert for errant flying footballs.
Soon enough the time came to ramble into the stadium. There was a buzz of excitement in the air. The Brewers are going to be a good team for a second consecutive year. When was the last time this could be said? I could feel the energy as I entered the doors to Miller Park. We picked up our kitchen schedule magnet and Brewer towel and made our way to section 112.
Our seats were in the infield boxes, about 30 rows up from the field (did I say how much I love my sister?) From here we could easily pick out some of the Brewers warming up ... Ryan Braun, Corey Hart, JJ Hardy, Jason Kendall and another whom we couldn't identify.
I glanced around and made the acquaintance of the two fellas behind us, one who confessed that they had each downed ten Jaeger-bombs before entering the stadium, along with a few beers. Nothing in their demeanor caused any disbelief.
I checked out the scoreboard and was amused to see an advertisement for a charity drive being run by Northwestern Mutual in conjunction with the Brewers. My wife works for NML. The message reminded me she was home with our 15-month old. I could wax proudly of the sacrifice she made allowing me to attend while she stayed home, but I knew that she would be out shopping with the baby and her sister who had driven up from Chicago. And, our darling daughter, who is already cute beyond words, would have some new duds. This makes my wife happy. So I'm happy, too. No remorse there.
The players lined up for the pre-game introductions. Prince Fielder and Ryan Braun received the biggest adulations, though the decibel level of the cheers for Hardy, Sheets and the others were not far behind.
All this while we tried to contact Kate on Tim's cell phone. No luck. I knew that she wanted to join us for a while and no one had claimed the three seats to our right ... yet. Of course, that didn't mean they would be claimed. Heck, two years ago I was at a game with my wife and some friends of hers and we never made it into the park. The festivities outside were just fine.
With Carlos Villanueva on the mound (I can't believe I traded him away in one of my fantasy leagues) the Giants went down meekly in the first. Villanueva looked sharp. He came out of spring training with the number four spot locked down after the release of Claudio Vargas. I was especially pleased because the number five starter is Manny Parra, a top lefty prospect. I drafted him pretty high in another league and had hoped he would make the team. His last spring outing was shakey, but I read that manager Ned Yost did not let that outing sway his decision. He remarked it was probably rookie jitters.
Rickie Weeks came to the plate to lead off amidst the din of 45,000 excited fans. He managed to draw a walk, which caused the fans to roar louder. With one out he stole second. The fans were on their feet as The Prince Fielder strode to the plate. Wearing baggy pants and high socks, he looked like Babe Ruth. He waggled his bat menacingly waggled. With two strikes on him, Fielder showed why he has become more than just a power bat. He shortened his stroke and ripped a single up the middle. When Rickie came in to score the tremors from the noise in the stadium made the hairs on my arm stand on end. It was a truly electric.
Bill Hall walked to the plate. Batting number 5 right behind Prince, it will be his job to offer some protection in the lineup for the big bopper. Last year was difficult for Hall. It's been written that he never really felt comfortable in centerfield and the team hopes a return to the infield will revitalize his bat.
We didn't have to wait long. I don't remember what the count was. All I know is as the ball climbed higher and higher on its journey over the centerfield wall, the noise generated by the excited fans increased exponentially. A wave of camaraderie swept over the stands as the ball fell to earth just beyond the fence and the leaping effort by Aaron Rowand to spoil the fun. High-fives were exchanged with everyone in high-five proximity as though we'd been friends forwever. What a way to start the game!
Kate came down in the third inning to join us (those seats remained empty). Opening Day fever made it hard to concentrate and the Brewer front office, being wise (at least wiser these days) allowed its staff to enjoy the day. She spent the rest of the game with us.
We met a fellow who was juuuust a bit inebriated (he's behind me making the rabbit ears) and kept saying in a poor excuse for Scottish brogue, “Beam me up, Scotty.” When I pointed out that the person asking Scotty to beam him up would not likely speak with a Scottish accent, our new friend responded, “Aye.” It didn't matter.
We also met Granny P. Granny was attending her first Brewers game and she had a sign to prove it. She was here with her granddaughter and was having a spectacular time. The fellas to her right kept her entertained. I think she had a few too, but couldn't swear. Who cares? We were all having fun.
I returned to watching the game. A little while later I heard one of the guys start laughing and say that Granny P was standing on the Brewer dugout with five young ladies. No way. I turned around and saw that Granny was indeed gone. Then I looked over at the dugout. Oh my god, there she was!
The Brewer staff who man the cameras that scan the crowd must have spotted her with her sign and decided she would be the perfect candidate for a game of The Price is Right, or whatever the game was called. The five lovely young ladies held numbers in front with prizes behind the numbers. I don't know what the top prize was, but Granny made one selection (it was a $50 gift certificate) and quit. Smart lady.
Gabe Kapler and Prince Fielder rapped out run-scoring singles in the bottom of the fifth to extend the lead. The announcer kept called Kapler, Gabe Kaplan, obviously confusing him with the former star of “Welcome Back Kotter” who has most recently been reincarnated as a professional poker player. We were laughing about the announcer's ineptitude when a roar rose from the crowd. I turned in time to see the ball disappear over the left field fence. Bill Hall had just stroked his second homerun of the game. I guess the question of whether his move back to the infield would help has been answered. We certainly appreciated his efforts and our cheering convinced him to come out for a wave.
The rest of the game was spent trying to get action shots of Brewers at bat. Unfortunately, by this time the camera battery was losing its charge so I had to turn it off between shots, let it recharge a bit, then turn it on and take a quick shot. Some of the pictures were a bit fuzzy. Still, I got a few. Here is a picture of Prince belting a double off the right centerfield wall. This one just missed.
I also tried to get a picture of the sausage race, but the battery was playing games at this time so I had to settle for this picture sent to me by Kate. Better than nothing. And you know, it almost seems a crime, but neither Tim nor I had a brat, sausage or even a hot dog on this glorious day. We did buy a couple Cousins subs though, before the game, and feasted on these in the parking lot afterward.
After the final out was made (final score 13-4), we lingered in the stands with Kate and waited for the crowd to thin. I gave Kate a hug. She took one step and this kid walking down the stairs came up and gave her a hug too. I looked at him and he smiled and said something to the effect of he thought he'd get in a quick hug too since they were being given out. I told him she was my sister and that he was dead meat. For a moment he looked concerned, but then I smiled and told him it was cool ... get oughta here. After all, weren't we all family ... at least for this day?
We bade goodbye to Kate and went out to the parking lot. Before settling down to eat our subs, down a few beers and wait for the lot to empty a bit, we caught up with Brewer hall of famer Robin Yount for a picture. A great way to finish the day.
Edited for some re-write because I'm picky and for a few spelling and grammar mistakes because, unlike what many members of the blogosphere think, the impression does matter.
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Brian Posehn on The Simpsons
Check out this dude on The Simpsons airing on March 19, 2017. So stoked to be on my all time favorite show. Pretty much the dream of any voice actor.
The new album from Brian Posehn – “POSEHN 25X2” – Available Now!
In his classic, self-deprecating style of humor, Brian discusses everything from his guilt about having a pure bred dog in a “rescue” culture, to the multiple awkward times his wife has walked in on him masturbating. The special originally debuted on Seeso on January 5, 2017.
This is comedian, writer and actor Brian Posehn’s third comedy special and fifth album. He can be seen on Netflix’s Lady Dynamite, FX’s You’re The Worst, CBS’s The Big Bang Theory and FOX’s New Girl. He was featured in the films Devil’s Rejects, The Five Year Engagement and Uncle Nick. He is currently on tour performing his stand-up across the country.
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Team Coco: Jan 9, 2017 w/ Brian Posehn!
Brian Posehn is scheduled as a guest on Conan / TBS this upcoming Monday, January 9th, 2017! Let the laughter ensue!
Also appearing are “Captain Fantastic” – Viggo Mortensen and comic Emily Heller.
Click here to watch previous fun times with Brian and Conan!
Catch Brian Posehn on @Midnight with Chris Hardwick (Comedy Central) Thursday, January 19th.
UNCLE NICK Is Available Now On DVD & BLU-RAY!
NOTHING RUINS CHRISTMAS LIKE FAMILY.
Lewd, drunken Uncle Nick (Brian Posehn, Mr. Show, The Sarah Silverman Program) stumbles his way through his brother’s cookie cutter-family’s annual Christmas gathering in the hopes of scoring with a super-hot party guest. But the arrival of his equally crass sister coupled with Nick’s liquor-fueled faux pas cause family secrets to bubble to the surface that might spell disaster for the whole clan before the night is over.
Presented by Errol Morris, UNCLE NICK is a raucously funny comedy of inappropriate behavior, uncomfortably interrupted trysts, and a monumental overserving of ten-cent beers.
Bonus features include:
Commentary with director Chris Kasick, actor Brian Posehn, and writer Mike Demski
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Infosys Turmoil Unfortunate: Remarks Karnataka Minister Deshpande
Karnataka Industries Minister R V Deshpande termed the recent developments at IT major Infosys following sudden resignation of Vishal Sikka as "unfortunate".
"Very unfortunate developments, this should not have happened at Infosys," Deshpande said when asked about the recent events at the city headquartered company.
"I can understand transparency is very important. If there is no transparency there are ways to find out the truth, but unfortunately, according to me, investors' confidence and shareholders' confidence have been shaken," he told reporters.
"Infosys is the pride of the country, it is known to the entire world. We are all proud of Infosys. I can only say such developments are unfortunate," he added.
Last Friday, Sikka, the first non-founder CEO of Infosys, resigned from the company following months of acrimony with high-profile founders, led by N R Narayana Murthy, citing "malicious" and "personal attacks" on him.
While Sikka did not name Murthy for his exit, the board of the US$10 billion firm blamed the founder for "continuous assault" through "factually inaccurate" and "already-disproved rumours" for the resignation of the CEO.
Murthy, however, maintained that his only concerns were the lapses in corporate governance standards, something that Infosys was admired for at one point.
Sharp decline in Infosys share prices following the developments has wiped out Rs 34,000 crore of investors' wealth in the last two days.
When asked about reports that Nandan Nilekani is likely to return to Infosys, Deshpande said he would not like to comment on it, and it is left to the decision of the board, founders and shareholders of the company.
Nilekani, one of the co-founders of the company had joined the Congress party ahead of 2014 Lok Sabha polls. He had also contested and lost the election from Bengaluru South constituency.
Noting that the developments at the company were not healthy, Deshpande said, "founders have struggled for the company, at the same time shareholders have fully cooperated. Vishal Sikka also has good reputation. These things should have been sorted out in-house".
"I think, still time is there. I am confident that they are all people with rich experience, good people. The board, founders and shareholders will come under one roof to resolve this issue," he said.
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Second Innings Most Likely for Infosys Co-founder Nandan Nilekani
Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani is likely to return to helm the IT giant, according to media reports.
However, clarity on the status of Nilekani's specific role will be clearer in another 48 hours.
Meanwhile, the buzz of Nandan Nilekani's return to Infosys led to the company's shares rise as much as 3%.
Many domestic institutional investors including ICICI Prudential Asset Management, HDFC Asset Management, Birla Sun Life AMC among others, had written to Infosys board to bring former chief executive Nandan Nilekani back to take care of the firm in turbulent times after Vishal Sikka's resignation as MD and CEO.
Nandan Nilekani was among the seven founders that set up Infosys more than three decades ago and served as its CEO between March 2002 to April 2007. Later in 2009, Nilekani had left the firm to head the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
According to a moneycontrol.com report, the Nilekani family owes a 2.29% stake in Infosys, as per the quarter ended June this year.
Earlier in the day, Narayana Murthy postponed a scheduled conference with the company's investors. The said conference will now reportedly be held on August 29.
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Miklens Bio Sets Up India’s First Agri Microbial Tech Plant in Bengaluru
Miklens Bio Pvt. Ltd, a Research and Development driven Agri Microbial Technology (AMT) product start-up headquartered in Mumbai has announced the inauguration of its first manufacturing facility in Bengaluru. The plant was inaugurated by Dr. Stephen Devanesan, Former Dean, Faculty of Agriculture, Professor, Principal Scientist & Associate Director of Research, Kerala Agricultural University, in the presence of Miklens Bio management team, scientists and organic farming activists.
Miklens Bio manufacturing facility & R & D laboratory is spread over 10,000 sq. ft. and has an installed capacity to manufacture 10 lakh litres annually. The in-house developed research-based agri inputs to be manufactured will include Plant Growth Enhancers, Plant Protection, Bio-Fertilizers and Bio-Pesticides. Importantly these products are pest & pathogen specific and not crop specific, thus offering farmers the choice to use only those inputs which meet their specific requirement.
With the plant starting commercial production, Miklens Bio will have the necessary edge to scale up their production to meet the demand of our farmer brethren. These products have undergone extensive trials under lab and open field conditions. Miklens Bio has been certified as “Approved Input for Organic Agriculture” by Control Union a reputed certifying agency worldwide. In addition to this, the products have been tested in Canada for their efficacy.
Inaugurating the facility, Dr. Stephen Devanesan, said, “It is heartening to note that start-ups like Miklens Bio through their research are developing and manufacturing products that have profound impact on our eco-system and paving way for sustainable growth. Miklens Bio agri inputs, I am sure would go a long way in helping our farmers increase yields, improve crop quality, ensure residue free cultivation and in the process not only improve their income but also help reduce health hazards of consumers. I am told that the products are derived from nature and thus they are not only good for the soil but also monetarily viable for the farmers in comparison with the synthetic counterparts.”
According to Santosh Nair, Founder & Managing Director, Miklens Bio Pvt. Ltd., “We believe in sustainable & responsible agricultural practices and as a natural corollary our bio products promote the idea of ‘Farming with naturally driven microbes’ with a goal to reduce the dependence on toxic chemical based inputs. Our effort is to bring to the market agricultural inputs that are globally accepted because of the positive impact they have on farming communities, and on the society.”
Further, he said, we aim to become a preferred supplier in the “Pure Bio” segment. Our research focus is to develop & manufacture various biotechnology-based agricultural inputs to cater to the need of farming community by promoting the effective advantage of bio-based agri inputs. Also, our research initiatives will focus on developing innovative products that are not only eco-friendly but safe and help in increasing the yields across crops, he added.
Our bio start-up has an ambitious goal to promote sustainable edge to the society and environment, pointed out Dr. Nisha M M, Director - Research, Miklens Bio Pvt. Ltd. Following this mission, we are building mastery in developing bio products that help in Residue Free Cultivation. This advocate’s use of products derived from microbial sources. Besides being perfect natural replacements for chemical pesticides, these products are cost-effective as well and assimilate into the ecosystem without leaving any toxic residue. Unlike broad-spectrum synthetic chemicals, these products work specifically against certain target organisms without harming beneficial organisms, she added.
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Smart Software Testing Solutions Invests in Online Crowd Testing Platform, Crowd4Test.com
Smart Software Testing solutions Inc. (SSTS), the company behind Bangalore basedpCloudy.com - one of largest mobile device cloud platform, today announced a strategic investment in Crowd4Test.com, a Bengaluru, India based startup building SaaS platform for managed Crowd Testing and User Experience testing. The company also announced its intent to integrate pCloudy and its AI powered Mobile App Testing platform with Crowd4Test.com with an aim to build world’s largest cloud platform for mobile and IoT Testing by as early as 2019. As part of the arrangement, Avinash Tiwari, Co-founder & Director of SSTS will join the board of Crowd4Test.com.
SSTS Inc. founded in 2015 by Pankaj Goel, Lalit Jain and Avinash Tiwari is leveraging AI and robotics across its two products, OpKey and pCloudy, to solve some of the pressing testing needs of enterprises undertaking digital transformation and IoT journey.
Avinash Tiwari, Co-Founder of SSTS Inc. said “The investment in Crowd4Test aligns with our focus of building All-In-One platform for Mobile app and IoT app Testing. By combining our mobile device cloud and AI powered App certification engine with 2000+ strong global community of testers at Crowd4Test, we are uniquely positioned to serve mobile testing needs for all segments of our customers from DIY to Real User Beta Testing and A/B Testing”
SSTS is backed by one of India’s Leading Early Stage funds – YourNest Angel Fund, along with some of the marquee angel investors from the industry.
Commenting on this development, Girish Shivani, Executive director YourNest Angel Fund added – “We are very bullish on the market for mobile application testing solutions and have seen it grow significantly over the last few years and is projected to grow to $13.3 billion market by 2026. SSTS has shown significant traction in this space by on-boarding 200+ enterprise customers and more than 10,000 mobile developers and testers over last two years. We are confident that this investment by SSTS team will help them further expand footprint into this fast-growing segment and position them as a leader in Mobile application testing space”
Ranganadh Damera, Founder CEO of Crowd4Test expressed confidence adding “Within a short span of time, we have been able to create a niche Managed crowd testing platform trusted by 100+ customers and 2000+ community of tester globally and now by combining forces with SSTS, we are confident of becoming a leader in our chosen niche”
Indus Towers Achieves 50% Portfolio of Green Sites; Envisions to go Diesel-Free
Indus Towers, India’s largest telecom infrastructure company, achieves a key milestone in its sustainable telecom journey by converting half of its portfolio to green sites. In line with its commitment towards protecting the environment, the company has made significant progress in expanding its green sites portfolio to over 62,000 mobile sites across India. Today, Indus Towers operates more than 86,200 sites as outdoor sites, totalling to 70% of portfolio, by eliminating usage of air-conditioners at such sites.
Marquee initiatives like ‘Shut AC’ program coupled with deployment of disruptive storage solutions have resulted in - significant reduction in direct carbon emissions equivalent to planting 27 million trees and diesel savings of 200 million litres in last five years. Since its inception in 2008, the company has consistently worked towards creating value for all its stakeholders in a sustainable manner with commitment towards green initiatives and ‘Putting India First’. Technology innovations continue to be the backbone of every change envisaged at Indus Towers with focus on driving down environmental impact while enabling uninterrupted telecommunication networks.
Speaking on the occasion, Bimal Dayal, Chief Executive Officer, Indus Towers said, “Our vision is to achieve diesel free operations and we are actively exploring deployment of new-age solutions to reach this goal. Technology and innovation remain to be at the core of all our business operations as we focus on sustainable telecom journey for a better India.”
Leveraging innovation and technology to reduce environmental impact
Indus Towers uses high-energy efficiency solutions to achieve maximum power output and has been deploying Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid (VRLA) batteries at its sites. Implementing environment-friendly initiatives such as Solar Cooling Units (SCUs) and Simple Power Solutions (SPSs) at sites, the company has saved nearly 40 per cent energy savings since inception. An SCU is a smart and innovative solution that runs independent of power from a grid, battery or diesel and is charged with solar energy. It also uses natural air as its coolant, with zero cost of cooling. The company is also testing Hybrid solar, fuel cells, bio-mass and CNG/PNG energy solutions to power mobile towers.
Energy Use and conservation
One of the accomplishments towards reducing significant power consumption has been replacing air-conditioning with Free Cooling Units (FCUs) and Natural Cooling Units (NCUs) to maximise the conversion of Indoor (ID) to Outdoor (OD) as a part of SHUT AC initiative. The company has reduced energy consumption in mobile towers in addition to lowering carbon emissions.
DHL eCommerce Gets Logistics Tech Platform - FarEye On Board
FarEye, a Logistics Management Solution became a partner of choice for DHL eCommerce to enhance its customer experience, optimize its resources and deliver its brand promise ‘real-time’. DHL eCommerce is a division of the world’s leading logistics company Deutsche Post DHL Group. The Group generated revenue of more than 57 billion euros in 2016. DHL eCommerce provides international, standard parcel delivery for business customers. It supports business processes with mature e-commerce shipping solutions and technology platforms that help enable various online businesses.
DHL eCommerce continuously invests in technology to improve processes and have better communication across all parties. FarEye’s platform became an apt fit as it seamlessly integrated with the organization’s existing systems and made the IT infrastructure flexible and agile. Being a SaaS platform, FarEye gave DHL eCommerce the flexibility to the scale-up and down depending on the demand levels, which gave them an edge to adapt quickly to any work environment.
DHL eCommerce measured vendors not only basis the features they offered but evaluated them holistically from a ‘process proposed’ perspective.
Charles Brewer, CEO DHL eCommerce expressed, “With eCommerce growing at such a rapid pace we see a fantastic opportunity for high-quality solutions that will offer a great customer experience and more choice, convenience and control for online shoppers. FarEye’s platform is scalable, future-oriented and flexible. With FarEye we can deliver ‘delight’ by having complete visibility of the logistics movement and keeping customer informed at every step, ‘real-time’.”
Kushal Nahata, Co-founder & CEO FarEye said, “FarEye is an indispensable support system for brands whose focus is enhanced customer experience and complete visibility of their logistics. Our association with DHL e-commerce has been extremely gratifying as we were competing against giants. FarEye is an enterprise grade technology platform and this win is a testimony to our platform’s capability and defined processes. We shall continue to strive towards excellence and keep our customers at the center of all our activities.”
FarEye has proved to be a partner of choice for DHL eCommerce by optimizing their resources, enhancing their customers’ experience with real-time alerts & smart analytics and making parcel shops more efficient with complete visibility.
Freshteam’s CRM Enables Recruiters Deliver Superior Candidate Experience
Freshworks, the leading provider of cloud-based business software, announced the launch of Freshteam, a recruitment management software that empowers businesses to efficiently organize their talent acquisition function, engage with candidates, and better align the human resources organization to business goals. Freshteam’s flexible hiring workflows and intuitive design make it a great fit for businesses of all sizes.
According to HBR, 80% of employee turnover occurs due to faulty hiring decisions. Recruiters spend most of their time in executing operational responsibilities than concentrating on building quality pipeline and recruiting, which in turn affects the end-to-end-hiring process.
Freshteam, built on the experiences faced by the talent acquisition team at Freshworks as it scaled from six employees to a 1000+ strong global workforce, aims to improve the hiring experience for not just recruiters but also every stakeholder involved the hiring process, thereby helping businesses deliver an exceptional end-to-end hiring and candidate experience.
Recruiters can manage the entire recruitment process all under one platform. In addition to the standard market features like job posting management and interview scheduling, recruiters can attract top talent through multiple sourcing channels including social media channels, contextually collaborate with hiring teams, engage with candidates directly from the application tracking system (ATS), get organized by building candidate databases that help archive candidate profiles, and leverage a mobile-friendly version to be connected on the go.
"At Freshworks, our mission is to build software that helps our customers manage every critical business function," said Girish Mathrubootham, CEO & Founder of Freshworks. "During the early days of Freshworks, it was a big challenge to get candidate experience right. Recruiters have a tough job of simultaneously managing candidates, interviewers and external staffing vendors for every opening to deliver the best hiring experience.
Our talent acquisition team needed a unified way to manage all the touchpoints of the candidate life cycle, much like how customer interactions and sales leads are managed through a CRM. As we tried to solve for it, we wanted to build a solution that puts Candidate Relationship Management right at the center of an organization's talent acquisition process. So, we built Freshteam, a recruitment management solution that transforms hiring experience for recruiters as well as candidates, while helping organizations grow even faster.”
To encourage SMBs to focus on their hiring experience, Freshteam will be available for free for companies with less than 50 employees. In future product releases, Freshteam will integrate with other Freshworks software.
Virtual Campus League to Connect Top Campus Tech Talent and IT Employers
TechGig unveils the first-of-its-kind code contest in India for engineering students and graduates across India to show off their coding skills to 25+ top IT/Tech companies. The ‘Virtual Campus League’ creates a level playing where participating colleges and their talent gets a fair chance to showcase their talent within the industry.
The ‘talent v/s pedigree’ debate is more relevant in today’s time when an engineering student’s pedigree determines his chance for internship or interview with top IT employers. On the other hand, tech firms also want to reach out to the right talent straight from engineering colleges quickly. However, the right talent may be beyond their campus hiring strategy and gets limited to IITs only.
Sensing this gap, TechGig.com has launched ‘Virtual Campus League’ to create a level playing field where participating colleges and students get a fair chance to showcase their talent to top IT/Tech firms. This first-of-its-kind contest is open for 2nd, 3rd and 4th year engineering students who have a knack for coding and recent engineering graduates (2017 pass outs) with less than one year work experience.
This contest’s format allows students to appear for coding and aptitude tests, and their scores would be used to generate their All India Ranks. Participating IT companies will shortlist candidates for interviews and internships basis their scores.
In its maiden edition, TechGig Virtual Campus League has forged a strategic partnership with 30 National Institutes of Technology (NITs). The contest - which started on August 21, 2017 - welcomes students from all engineering colleges to register for free.
“Our vision with Virtual Campus League is to create a platform for all engineering students and graduates to have a fair chance to showcase their skills to the industry. This will help in two ways – students will be able to showcase their knowledge to top companies; and secondly it will give participating companies access to desired talent pool which is beyond their reach. College TPOs will also be able to monitor the performance of their students,” said Dipti Tandon, VP-Corporate Strategy, Times Internet Limited & Head Product and Technology, TechGig.
Highlights of this contest are –
· 25+ top IT/Tech companies will be offering 500+ interviews/internship opportunities
· Free participation for Corporates/Colleges/ Students
· Practice tests are also available based on the format of questions asked by top IT/Tech firms during campus placements
Ramathreya Krishnamurthi, Business Head, TimesJobs & TechGig is confident that this contest will open scores of new internships/job interview opportunities for thousands of engineering graduates. “This is a completely new concept in India, designed only for engineering students and freshers with less than 1 year work experience. More than 25 companies have already affirmed their participation in the Virtual Campus League, with names like Amadeus, Coho, Delhivery in the line-up. We are sure that engineering students will participate in huge numbers and make the most of this opportunity with the tech giants,” said Krishnamurthi.
Top rankers here can win prizes worth Rs 1 Lakh, Certificates with All India Ranks and TechGig T-shirts to top two rankers of every college. All contest participants will get online certificates with All India Ranks.
With so much happening at the ‘Virtual Campus League’, participants can only wait for this momentum to reach its peak and get their dream interview call or internship with top IT companies.
George Chang Joins Forcepoint as VP Sales for APAC to Empower Customers with Human-Centric Security
Global cybersecurity leader Forcepoint has announced it is further cementing Asia-Pacific operations to meet growing demand for human-centric cybersecurity solutions by appointing George Chang as vice president of sales. Chang is based in Forcepoint’s Singapore office and reports to chief revenue officer, Sean Foster.
At Forcepoint APAC, Chang leads the company’s growth strategy in the region and will drive customer engagement across the entire portfolio of Forcepoint’s technology, including CASB, data loss prevention, insider threat, web security, email security and next-generation firewalls.
The appointment expands on the company’s commitment to deliver insightful security solutions that help customers understand the rhythm of people in the organization and flow of critical business data and intellectual property – wherever it may reside. This people-first approach helps global enterprises and governments focus resources on activities that present the greatest risk to their business or mission.
“In the new digital and mobile world where there is no longer a perimeter, the detection and protection of data using point products is just not good enough. The market is moving to cyber solutions that adapt protection based on the context of user behavior, and we need inspirational and driven leaders to help customers and partners address this paradigm shift,” said Foster. “George and his team will help lead the charge in delivering the most intelligent systems that facilitate business and foster productivity while stopping bad cyber activity.”
Chang brings more than 20 years of experience in international business across the technology industry. Most recently, he served as regional vice president of APAC sales at Fortinet in Singapore. Prior to this, George held senior leadership roles in multiple technology companies including OpenNet Pte. Ltd., SYSTEX South Asia, Inter-touch Pte. Ltd., and STSN (Asia Pacific). George earned his master’s degree in international business from the University of Technology in Sydney, Australia and a bachelor’s degree in business computing from Queensland University of Technology, Australia.
“As the network perimeter dissolves, companies are looking to how, when and why people interact with data – and where this information travels,” said Chang. “We have the unique opportunity to partner with Asia-Pacific companies to ensure their users and critical business data are protected everywhere. These organizations can maximize their investments by putting cyber behaviors at the center of their security equation.”
Capital Float Secures $45 Million of Equity Funding in Series C Round Led by Ribbit Capital
Capital Float, India’s largest digital lending platform, announced today that it has raised $45 Million (Rs. 293 crores) in Series C equity funding. The round was led by Silicon Valley-based Ribbit Capital, with participation from existing investors - SAIF Partners, Sequoia India and Creation Investments. In parallel, the company has also raised more than $67 Million (Rs. 437 crores) in new debt lines from leading banks (including RBL Bank, IDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank) and NBFCs (including IFMR, Reliance Capital), bringing the total amount of fresh capital raised in the last 12 months to over $112 Million (Rs. 730 crores).
“We are thrilled to partner with a world-class FinTech investor like Ribbit Capital at this key inflection point in Capital Float’s journey,” said Co-founders Sashank Rishyasringa & Gaurav Hinduja in a joint statement. “We are growing at an exciting pace, currently originating over Rs. 200 crores in disbursals every month. Over the past year alone, we have disbursed loans of over Rs. 2,100 crores to 12,000 plus customers across 300 cities. Our proprietary technology and credit-scoring platform is now able to deliver loans in as fast as 3 minutes via a mobile app. Despite achieving such rapid growth, we have kept our NPAs to 2%, and are on track to reach profitability by the end of current fiscal year.”
Capital Float will utilize these funds to increase its geographic footprint, improve customer experience and launch a new set of innovative credit products for SMEs across India. It will also invest in scaling up its hybrid marketplace model and deepening technology integrations with partner financial institutions.
Over the past year, the lender has rapidly diversified its portfolio, lending to a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, services, e-commerce, transportation, hospitality and retail. Post-demonetization, the company expanded its lending business to target small merchants and kirana stores, delivering loans as small as Rs. 25,000. These touch-free loans are delivered in seconds via its mobile app, powered by the India Stack.
Capital Float has also pioneered a hybrid marketplace model, where banks and NBFCs “co-lend” alongside the company’s own balance sheet to fund borrowers. The company has currently partnered with 5 institutions, including IDFC Bank and IFMR, and the marketplace contributes to 35% of the company’s total disbursals.
Nick Shalek (Partner) from Ribbit Capital, which led the Series C, said “We’ve been impressed by the Capital Float team since the first time we talked with them about their business four years ago. The company has achieved remarkable growth by delivering innovative products to small businesses and consumers, while at the same time providing attractive returns to investors on the platform. With this financing, Capital Float is further cementing its lead as the top technology-enabled NBFC in India, and we are thrilled to support the company's journey.”
Ravi Adusumalli (Managing Director), SAIF Partners, added “We have been a part of Capital Float’s journey from their seed round of funding. Their experienced senior management team has strategically led the company’s growth via innovative products and partnerships with ecosystem leaders. Capital Float continues to disrupt lending at a granular level in India.”
“Sequoia is delighted to re-invest in Capital Float. Their strong customer focus and continuous drive to diversify the product portfolio to discover and meet niche areas of industry demand gives us great confidence in the company’s future prospects” added Gautam Mago (Managing Director), Sequoia Capital India Advisors.
Patrick Fisher (Managing Partner & Founder), Creation Investments, another returning investor, pointed out to the positive atmosphere created by government policies. "With the government's drive towards a digital India, we believe the FinTech sector will be a key enabler towards achieving this vision. Capital Float has proven itself as a leader in the digital lending space and hence they have our wholehearted support. We hope with this fresh infusion of funds, the company will reach even greater heights”, he said.
· Series C equity funding round of $45 million (Rs. 293 crores) led by Ribbit Capital with significant participation from existing investors – SAIF Partners, Sequoia India and Creation Investments.
· Additional $67million (approx. Rs. 437 crore) raised in debt from banks (including RBL Bank, IDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank) and NBFCs (including IFMR, Reliance Capital). Takes total funding in last 12 months to $112 million.
· Capital Float has originated Rs. 2,500 crores in loans till date to 15,000 plus customers. Currently originating Rs. 200 crores of loans per month.
· New loan product focusing on small merchants and kirana stores. Micro loans, disbursed in less than 3 minutes via mobile. Currently disbursing 1,000 loans per month, plans to reach 5,000/month by end of fiscal year.
· Portfolio outstanding grew nearly 4x over the last year, and currently stands at Rs. 700 crores.
· Operates country’s largest hybrid marketplace with leading banks & NBFCs (e.g. IDFC Bank & IFMR) participating as co-lenders, 35% of loans are serviced via the marketplace
· NPAs at 2.0%. Company on track to achieve profitability in current fiscal year.
Samsung India Partners with Karnataka Government to Donate Notebooks and Pens to Over 30,000 Students in Karnataka
Samsung India has collaborated with the Government of Karnataka for a notebook donation drive to extend its support to students from government schools across Bengaluru, Kolar and Mulbaghal districts in the state.
A team of volunteers from Samsung R&D Institute, Bengaluru visited over 450 schools and distributed 160,000 notebooks and 38,500 pens to over 30,000 students in two days.
“As a market leader, Samsung caters to the needs of its consumers with meaningful innovations and quality products, and also pledges to contribute to the needs of the society to create a better life for people. The notebook donation drive, through which we have been able to reach out to over 30,000 students in Karnataka, is a small step in that direction,” said Dipesh Shah, Managing Director, Samsung R&D Institute, Bengaluru.
Earlier this year, Samsung donated stationery items such as dictionaries, exam pads, geometry boxes, bags and stationery pouches to around 500 schools in Karnataka.
Another important milestone was the agreement with Government of Karnataka to help the state efficiently manage its public healthcare facilities. As part of the agreement, Samsung Research & Development Institute, Bangalore (SRI-B) provided over 1,000 Samsung Tab IRIS devices to the Department of Health, Government of Karnataka. Samsung Tab IRIS, the first commercial tablet to be approved by UIDAI for Aadhaar and KYC verification, is enabling Public Health Centers (PHC) in the state to build their database in a digital format.
Samsung began its journey in India in 1995, and in over two decades, it has grown into one of the country’s biggest consumer product companies, with 2 manufacturing plants, 5 R&D centres, 1 design centre, 1.5 lakh retail outlets and over 70,000 employees. Samsung is also India’s Most Trusted Brand and is pioneering local manufacturing through its ‘Make for India’ initiative.
Samsung India Citizenship Initiatives
Samsung Smart Class, the Company’s flagship citizen program in India, promotes digital education among underprivileged students, especially in rural India. This initiative aims to bridge the digital gap between rural and urban India and provide equal opportunities for quality education to children from all backgrounds. Since 2013, over 470 Samsung Smart Class have been set up at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya schools across the length and breadth of India benefitting over 2.5 lakh students. In addition, over 8,000 teachers have been trained on how to use interactive technology to teach.
The Company has also established Samsung Technical Schools in partnership with the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India and ITIs in the states of Bihar, West Bengal, Kerala, Rajasthan and Delhi, to address the need for talented manpower with practical know-how and relevant industry experience. Students at the 22 Samsung Technical Schools also benefit from exposure to Samsung manufacturing facilities and authorized service centers. Till date, Samsung Technical Schools have provided technical training for job opportunities to over 2,000 youth.
One of the Company’s key citizenship initiatives is the Samsung Smart Healthcare program that has been designed to support the Government’s efforts to provide the best of healthcare to millions of citizens especially from the economically weaker sections. Through this program, Samsung provides government hospitals its innovative healthcare equipment such as ultrasound, digital radiology and accessories, with the aim to make affordable healthcare accessible to the large number of patients at select Government hospitals in Chennai, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Gurugram and Delhi.
TCS iON, The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) Partners for Digital Transformation
TCS iON, a strategic unit of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a leading global IT services, consulting and business solutions organization has announced a partnership with The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) for its digital transformation initiative. As a part of this association, TCS iON will deploy an end-to-end digital learning solution for ICSI to facilitate self-education amongst students, especially aimed for the benefit of students in remote areas who may not have easy access to ICSI’s regional chapters.
The Digital Learning Platform developed by TCS iON will enable students to remain constantly connected with ICSI and actively participate in projects and discussion forums promoted by the Institute. By leveraging the digital forces, the platform will provide students, anywhere-anytime-any device access to ICSI’s study material helping them learn at their own pace and also develop comprehensive understanding of the course subjects. To support this digital transformation, TCS iON will help migrate the ICSI’s course content for foundation, executive and professional courses into suitable digital formats.
Commenting on the partnership, Venguswamy Ramaswamy, Global Head, TCS iON said, “Technology is playing a pivotal role in driving Digital transformation in the field of education. Today’s learners need a Social First approach to learning and ICSI has taken this path for their students. This will help ICSI to cater to the changing needs of the learning community in a more relevant and adaptable manner. We look forward to the partnership with ICSI as we use our technology prowess to make institute’s rich content easily accessible to a larger section of the student community. We are also confident that the institute’s digitization efforts will go a long way in retaining its position as one of the premier educational institutions in India.”
CS (Dr.) Shyam Agarwal, ICSI President said, “ICSI has embarked on a ‘digital transformation’ journey. Newer tools are being used to disseminate ‘knowledge’ to the members and students in the form of webinars, live webcasts of programs and seminars. With the ever-changing needs of the profession, standardization of delivery has become the need of the hour. Therefore, ICSI in association with TCS iON has taken an initiative of setting up a digital learning platform for our students across the length and breadth of the country. Through this partnership we will provide an enriching experience to our students and members”
Over 2500 Women Participate in Exclusive Hackathon - Pitney Bowes’s Code Inspire 2.0
Aimed at enhancing women representation in technology, Pitney Bowes Inc., a global technology company that provides innovative products and solutions to power commerce, today announced the winners of its second diversity hackathon ‘Pitney Bowes Code Inspire 2.0’, targeted at women in colleges, working professionals and those who have taken a career break.
Pitney Bowes Code Inspire 2.0 was a week-long programming marathon which had over 2500+ participants registering for the online qualifying round, of which 12 were shortlisted and invited for the final round to the Pitney Bowes Pune office. This is the second successful edition of the Pitney Bowes Diversity hackathon.
Diversity & Inclusion are deep-rooted in Pitney Bowes culture and the company boasts of several women-centric policies, some of which include:
Mayeri, the Pitney Bowes Maternity program that extends 6 months of maternity leave to new mothers, along with other key benefits such as free sessions with nutritionists, tie-ups with crèches, a designated buddy to help make a smooth transition back from maternity
A ‘Special hiring day’ on International Women’s Day dedicated in the calendar to facilitate referrals for women
Customized Training Intervention Programs for women employees by taking a blended approach to learning ranging from industry relevant case studies to simulations
It is this commitment of providing a great work culture that values diversity and inclusion for employees that led to Pitney Bowes being recognized as a Great Work Place seven times, since the inception of its India operations in 2007. In 2017, Pitney Bowes ranked #9 in India’s Great Place to Work list; has been recognized for Excellence in driving a ‘Culture of Innovation & Change Management’ by the Association of Talent Development and has been named America’s Best Large Employers for the second time.
Cuemath Hosts the Biggest Mathematics Carnival for Kids in Bangalore
Namma Bengaluru witnessed the biggest ever mathematics carnival hosted by Cuemath - India's leading home-based yesterday, after-school learning program for mathematics. From math learning tools to intuitive puzzles and games, this mathematics carnival was thoughtfully designed to make sure that every child (from KG – 8th grade) enjoyed the process of math learning at the event. The event took place at Elaan Convention Centre, JP Nagar and was attended by over 5000 people. (3000+ children along with their parents).
In the spirit of Independence Day, Cuemath has found a reason to also celebrate 'freedom from the fear of math'. This year, our Independence Day, 15th August, is also a special date that comes only once in 100 years. It is a Pythagorean Triplet. So how does August 15, 2017 really become a Pythagorean triplet? Pythagorean triplet is sum of the square of the first two sides equivalent to the square if the third side. So, 152 + 82 = 172
Organized against the backdrop of a mathematical coincidence, which was observed on August 15, 2017, this mathematics carnival by Cuemath was one of a kind. To build the enthusiasm and excitement, Cuemath curated some brain cracking math learning tools and puzzles for children between KG and 8th grade that challenged their creativity, imagination, thinking skills, and social skills. Some of the key activities included, Fraction Hopscotch, Arithmetic Spinner, Go Bananas, Play with Geometry, Code Decode and Math Jigsaw.
Manan Khurma, Founder and CEO at Cuemath said, “This is a first of its kind math carnival that Bangalore has ever witnessed. There's mathematics in everything around us. And as people who celebrate math, we're only too pleased to note that this year our independence day also has an interesting mathematical coincidence. In the spirit of our Independence Day, we wanted to showcase the many ways in which the fear of mathematics can be conquered and what better way than organizing a fun filled carnival; bringing kids under one roof with interesting games and puzzles and helping them experience the fascinating side of math in an engaging and non-competitive environment”.
Commenting on Cuemath Pythagoras Fest 2017, Shereena, Principal, Sunshine School, said, “Cuemath has a lot of scope for kids because kids learn best when they are having fun. At Cuemath its about engaging children to learn mathematics the right way. 26 of my students accompanied me all the way from Kanakapura to be a part of this engaging carnival. I’m sure my students learnt a lot and I hope to use some of these activities in my school as well. This result is proof of the efficiencies that active learning can bring and thereby help children experience the engaging side of mathematics”.
Started in 2013, Cuemath is a home-based, active math learning program for kids between KG to 8th Grade. Combining the power of technology and personal teaching, Cuemath offers a unique curriculum that ensures a holistic learning experience through workbooks, math boxes, puzzle cards and a tablet. Cuemath’s self-paced program is setting a unique precedence for math teaching and learning as it challenges its traditional means of rote learning formulas, restricting curriculum to a fixed syllabus and focusing purely on scoring.
The future ahead is driven by technology. In just a decade from now, the skill that will truly matter is one’s ability to solve complex problems where math will surely play a huge role. Thus, one needs to begin now and empower children to go beyond the mark/score system and enable them with the ability to think logically and apply an analytical approach to arrive at answers.
Government Launches GST Training Programme to Skill 2 Lakh Youth
Government on Saturday pushed a GST preparing program under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojna. Through this program around two lakh people will be readied, and those readied people will then further help in associations especially in domains, for instance, selection and calculation of cost hazard under the new obligation organization.Skill development minister Rajiv Pratap Rudy said at an event deal with to check the second recognition of Skill India Mission,that this readiness program will completed in 14 states.
Rudy alongside Water Resources Minister Uma Bharti,Oil Minister Dharmendra Pradhan,Health Minister J P Nadda,Textiles Minister Smriti Irani and Rural Development Minister Narendra Singh Tomar carefully initiated the training course at 100 focuses in the nation.
The service likewise propelled a national entrance for assessors and mentors other than 51 new PMKVY focuses. With this, the aggregate number of PMKVY focuses has expanded to 200.
Nestlé India Associates with Amazon India to Launch Maggi Nutrilicious Noodles With Special Offers for Prime Members
Nestlé India, announced its association with Amazon India for the launch of MAGGI Noodles’ new NUTRI-LICIOUS range. This range of MAGGI Noodles offers a wholesome proposition targeted towards the breakfast occasion. The NUTRI-LICIOUS range will be available to consumers first on Amazon.in starting August 20, 2017. The association will enable MAGGI to reach out even further to consumers across the country through Amazon.in.
Speaking on the association, Maarten Geraets, General Manager, Foods, Nestlé India said, “Our new MAGGI NUTRI-LICIOUS Noodles are in line with our Simply Good initiative to provide healthier & tastier choices to our consumers. The NUTRI-LICIOUS range is a wholesome proposition targeted towards the breakfast occasions and made with healthier grains like Atta & Oats with the benefit of fibre & 15% RDA of protein. We are pleased to associate with Amazon.in to reach out to our consumers across India”
Commenting on the partnership, Manish Tiwary, VP - Category Management, Amazon India said “Amazon.in today has become a destination for customers seeking diverse & quality selection across categories. We constantly strive to widen this selection by offering millions of products ranging from daily essentials to international gourmet treats. We are excited to associate with Nestlé India to launch MAGGI NUTRI-LICIOUS Noodles first on Amazon.in.”
The new range of MAGGI NUTRI-LICIOUS will be available first on Amazon.in and then subsequently, rolled out across millions of retail outlets in India.
As part of the special launch offer, Amazon Prime members will get a 33% discount on the MAGGI NUTRI-LICIOUS range on August 20, 2017. Furthermore, customers paying through Amazon Pay will get a 25% cash back. Customers can also participate in an Amazon.in app only quiz contest, where 20 lucky winners will be rewarded Rs 5,000 each.
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