Russia’s use of cyberattacks and cyber-enabled influence operations during its invasion of Ukraine has been a notable development in modern warfare. The scale of destructive and espionage cyberattacks and the sophistication of the global influence operations are unprecedented. And these cyber-enabled efforts have been coordinated with ground attacks in a manner that demonstrates how military strategy has transformed and likely will continue to evolve in the future. Since the beginning of the war, Microsoft has observed a Russian cyber and influence threat apparatus focused on undermining Ukraine’s infrastructure and sources of support and degrading its will and ability to fight.
Cyberthreat actors associated with Russia’s security agencies were involved in more than 600 instances of observed threat activity against more than 100 government and private-sector Ukrainian organizations in the first year of the conflict. Fortunately, this onslaught has largely been met with firm and effective resilience from Ukraine’s government and its people, as well as the support of international partners across sectors. These events should nevertheless serve as a wake-up call to an international community that will need to grapple with the use of cyber operations in future hybrid conflicts.
Cyber–Military Alignment in Russia’s Invasion
Alignment between Russia’s cyber operations and its military operations on the ground has been evident from the earliest days of the war. Russian tanks started rolling across Ukraine’s borders on February 24, 2022, but Microsoft security teams recognized that strategic Russian cyberattacks against Ukrainian targets had launched the day before. These offensive and destructive cyberattacks were intended to damage Ukraine’s digital infrastructure in the hours before the full-scale invasion. This tactic of leading with cyber operations as the proverbial “tip of the spear” ahead of kinetic military operations—aiming to degrade infrastructure, disrupt supply lines, and/or mislead the public—is now a well-established practice in Russian military planning, dating to its 2008 war with Georgia.
Not only has digital technology been weaponized in this conflict, but digital infrastructure itself quickly became a prominent target. At the outset of the war, Russia successfully attacked Ukrainian satellite internet capability provided by Viasat. And some of the first Russian missiles targeted a government data center. The importance of uninterrupted access to information systems for government functions and national security made the physical locations of government data vulnerable targets. Simultaneously, destructive cyberattacks targeted key government operations and IT providers. Fortunately, Ukraine was able to move quickly to neutralize these threats by leveraging cloud computing to disburse and distribute government data across systems, both within and beyond its borders, creating redundancies that made attacks on any single data center ineffective.
Russia’s military cyber operations in the war have been coordinated by threat actors affiliated with different government agencies, including military intelligence (GRU), the Federal Security Service, and the Foreign Intelligence Service. The use of wiper malware has been prevalent throughout the war. Microsoft has attributed these attacks to a GRU-affiliated threat actor group identified as Seashell Blizzard, otherwise known as Sandworm. To date, there have been at least nine separate variants of wiper malware used against targets in Ukraine, and in more recent months Microsoft has seen the development and use of new forms of ransomware as part of Russia’s cyber arsenal. Meanwhile, other Russian threat actors, including Aqua Blizzard and Star Blizzard (aka Gamaredon and ColdRiver, respectively), have led espionage attacks seeking to compromise organizations—both within Ukraine and outside its borders—responsible for providing critical assistance and support to Ukraine. The chart below provides some insight into the sectors most targeted by Russia’s cyberattacks in the first year of the war.
Partial List of Ukraine Targets
This chart provides a sample of Ukrainian sectors affected by known or suspected Russian state-affiliated network intrusions or destructive attacks, as reflected in Microsoft data between February 2022 and January 2023.
Coordination with Missile Attacks
Especially following the retreat of Russian forces from previously occupied territory in Ukraine last fall, there was a documented rise in Russian missile strikes targeting Ukrainian critical infrastructure like energy, water, and transportation systems. Last October, these attacks left 80 percent of Kyiv without running water and more than 10 million Ukrainians without power. Microsoft security teams observed coordinated destructive cyberattacks led by Seashell Blizzard targeting these same sectors. While we cannot know specific communications between the Russian military and its cyber operations, the common targeting and timing between the ground and cyber operations, as reflected in the chart below, provide compelling evidence of a well-aligned war effort being executed simultaneously across multiple domains.
Finally, influence operations online and in the media have also been a core component of Russia’s invasion—both in Ukraine and in positioning Russia’s objectives to audiences abroad. They have included flooding social media platforms with misleading messaging around the need for the “denazification” of Ukraine and accusing the United States of creating bioweapons in clandestine laboratories in Ukraine. Both of these narratives were intended to create a justification for the invasion. As the conflict has progressed, prominent news outlets backed by the Federal Security Service or other state-affiliated groups, such as NewsFront, have consistently supported anti-Ukrainian propaganda. Meanwhile, websites purporting to be Ukrainian local news have leveraged Russian state media sources to spread pro-Kremlin messaging that targets domestic audiences in occupied regions of Ukraine. Other influence operations have targeted European citizens in an effort to erode support for Ukraine’s defense.
While the cyber tools and tactics employed by Russia in the invasion of Ukraine—destructive malware, espionage attacks, and information operations—are not themselves new or unique, the scale and coordination of their use as strategic components of a large-scale military campaign are truly unprecedented. And although Ukraine, working with partners, has successfully blunted much of the potential impact, we should assume that future conflicts will continue to deploy both cyber and influence weapons in novel ways. As with other military technologies, we should expect offensive capabilities in cyberspace to continue to evolve and become even more dangerous in the future. In response, governments and the international community need to work urgently to improve defenses, increase readiness, and make clear that illegal offensive actions in cyberspace will not be tolerated.
Tom Burt leads a cross-disciplinary team at Microsoft that works to improve customer trust in the safety and security of the digital ecosystem by advocating for global cybersecurity policy, partnering with public agencies and private enterprises to disrupt nation-state cyberattacks and support deterrence efforts, and combatting cybercrime. Customer Security and Trust is also responsible for managing Microsoft’s government clearance and national security compliance.
As cyberattacks become increasingly common, calling out perpetrators is fundamental to imposing sanctions and taking countermeasures.
Social networks and tech corporations have become significant actors in hybrid warfare, but much work is needed to determine how they can contribute to the broader efforts of preventing and resolving deadly conflicts.
Ukraine has been building up its digital defense for the past decade—preparation that is now paying off.
The key is to mitigate attacks on communications systems and unmask attempts to corrupt the information environment.
The digital domain is increasingly a battleground for state and nonstate actors who are leveraging capabilities in cyberspace to advance strategic geopolitical goals.


In solidarity with the immigrants and those seeking refuge at our southern border and around the world, the community is invited to attend a prayer vigil on Sunday, June 24, at 6:00 p.m., at the Church of the Ascension, 311 Washington Street, in downtown Frankfort, hosted by the Episcopal Diocese of Lexington and the Church of the Ascension. Music will start at 5:45 p.m.
The Most Reverend Michael Bruce Curry, Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church, has joined interfaith leaders in calling for an end to the separation of parents and children at the border.
In a strong display of solidarity here in Kentucky’s capital, both Episcopal and Roman Catholic bishops, the Frankfort & Franklin County Ministerial Association, social justice advocates, and a variety of other church and civic leaders will come together to offer a diversity of prayers and music in support of the families living this sadness.
The Reverend William J. Neat, Rector of Ascension, said, “It is especially important at a time like this that people of compassion and faith stand together for the dignity of every human being and justice for all those seeking refuge, especially innocent children.”
For more information, call 502-223-0557. See the Facebook event here.


In 2012 Japanese mathematician Shinichi Mochizuki claimed to have created a proof for a notoriously complex problem called the ABC conjecture, but no one could understand it.
Now, according to Japanese news site The Asahi Shimbun, the proof may soon be accepted for publication in a mathematical journal of the Kyoto University's Research Institute for Mathematical Sciences.
First proposed in the 1980s, the ABC conjecture concerns the relationship between positive integers that satisfy the statement a + b = c, but which also allows a fourth variable, d, to represent the distinct prime factors of abc in certain specified circumstances.
The puzzle, which ties together elements of both number theory and arithmetic geometry, has never been conclusively solved by mathematicians.
In August 2012, the celebrated Japanese mathematician unveiled a 500-page proof spread over four papers, which together purported to offer a revolutionary solution to a gruelling math problem mentioned earlier in the text. Mochizuki proposed a whole new type of mathematics called inter-universal Teichmüller theory (IUT).
A mathematician will soon publish his answer to an infamous conjecture, but it's so complicated no one can check if he's right.
In an effort to untangle the mathematics, mathematicians have held workshops and produced a summary paper, totalling a meagre 400 pages. But while some have been converted to IUT, others have remained sceptical of the proof, New Scientist reported.
“A small number of those close to Mochizuki claim to understand the proof, but they have had little success in explaining their understanding to others,” wrote Peter Woit at Columbia University in a blog post.
Mochizuki is universally described as a reclusive prodigy, and according to a Japanese newspaper The Asahi Shimbun, he spent a decade working in isolation to develop his theory and the proof could now be published as early as January next year.
“There has always been a rumour that the papers were submitted to a Japanese journal, which people were concerned would not give the papers enough scrutiny,” says Felipe Voloch at the University of Canterbury, New Zealand.
Though journal of the Kyoto University's Research Institute for Mathematical Sciences is a good reputable one, the fact that it is in Japanese, from Mochizuki’s own institution, and he is the journal’s editor-in-chief means questions will still remain.
“For me, the fact that it has been accepted in this journal doesn’t change much. I am still waiting for an explanation of the ideas that I can understand,” says Voloch.
Ivan Fesenko at the University of Nottingham, UK, disagrees, saying that “triple efforts” would have been applied to make sure that everything was fine before publication. And that the choice of journal can be explained by the fact that the top mathematicians in the field are Japanese.
“This is an achievement on the scale we see very-very rarely in mathematics. Essentially, this is the best result in number theory in the last 50 years,” Fesenko says.
So it seems the proof remains in a precarious position. The few mathematicians who say they understand the proof will continue to champion it, whilst others will remain sceptical, New Scientist states.
“Until there are either mathematicians who both understand the proof and are able to explain it to others, or a more accessible written version of the proof, I don’t think this proof will be accepted by the larger math community,” wrote Woit.
There’s a general sense among non mathematicians that the subject is either right or wrong, and the truth is easily discovered. While mathematics does insist on rigorous, logical proof of correctness, mathematicians often argue over the details. This is good for study since it generally leads to better exposition and streamlined proofs.
These arguments have happened before. Wiles’ proof of Fermat’s Last Theorem was scrutinized thoroughly, and an error was found which had to be corrected. Perelman’s work on the Poincaré Conjecture was only a detailed sketch of a proof which required hard work on the part of others to be made rigorous. Mochizuki’s work may eventually pass the test, but it could take many years before we get to a clean version that can be more widely understood.
What's your opinion on the subject - are you sceptic or converted to IUT?


Daniel started his cooking career at the age of 15 at Le Bernardin in New York City and remained there for 4 years until, at the suggestion of chef Eric Ripert, he attended the Culinary Institute of America with a full scholarship from the James Beard Foundation. Daniel’s culinary journey has led him through some of the country’s finest restaurants including Palladin, Napa, The Campton Place, Aqua, Jardinière, and Axe. In 2010, Daniel returned to his hometown of New York City to team up with his childhood friend Michael Chernow and debut The Meatball Shop on New York City's Lower East Side.
The mix-and-match menu of meatballs, served in a warm and convivial environment, was an instant hit. Five more locations of The Meatball Shop—in Williamsburg, the West Village, Chelsea, the Upper East Side, and the Hell's Kitchen—opened in quick succession. Daniel also co-authored The Meatball Shop Cookbook, which was published to much acclaim in 2011. Daniel has appeared in countless broadcast segments including ABC’s Good Morning America, NBC’s TODAY Show and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno as well as in an array of widely reaching local and national publications such as The New York Times, Food & Wine, Saveur, People, Food Network Magazine and GQ.


Bitcoin is the largest of all the cryptocurrencies today. Abbreviated as “BTC” it was the first one to introduce the blockchain technology which created the cryptocurrency trend and since then has been the inspiration of several altcoins. The post below offers a brief on the history of Bitcoin.
The genesis of BTC
It all started with registration of “bitcoin.org” on August 18, 2018. In the month of November, an anonymous Japanese developer Satoshi Nakamoto posted a paper (Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System) to a crypto mailing list. He implemented the BTC software as an open-source code and Bitcoin was officially released in 2009 January.
Nakamoto mined out the first ever block of Bitcoin blockchain in the first quarter of 2009. The first person to receive the maiden BTC transaction was crypto advocate Hal Finney. He received 10 BTC coins. However, the first ever commercial transaction with Bitcoin was witnessed in 2010. It was a programmer named Laszio Hanyecz who inaugurated Bitcoin’s use in the real world by buying pizzas with 10,000 coins.
Nakamoto disappeared in 2010. But before leaving the chain, he handed over the alert key of Bitcoin network and its code repository control to Amherst-based software developer Gavin Andersen.
2011 & 2012
In 2011 February, Bitcoin passed the threshold of 1 cent and BTC was worth 1 USD for the 1st time in its history. However, since the coin was initially used in black markets, it started receiving bad press as well- along with the good ones. Later in 2011, a Bitcoin spin-off was launched by the name of “Litecoin”. Both in 2011 & 2012, Bitcoinsaw severe price fluctuations. For example, it rose to a whopping $31.50 in June 2011 but dropped down to around $11.00 after a month.
In 2012 September, Bitcoin Foundation came to the scene with the aim to promote the development & uptake of the coin.
The year 2013 was a milestone year in the history of Bitcoin. It is “the” year when, for the FIRST time, the coin was able to pass the mark of $1,000. However, the BTC price fell to $770 in the first quarter of 2014. The following two years were almost same for Bitcoin as we saw it struggling to up its value in the market. Also in this period BTC’s nemesis Ethereum appeared.
In the year 2017, Bitcoin made history by reaching its All Time High with a hike of $19,666 on December 17. But soon after, China posed a ban on Bitcoin trading which was a huge blow for the coin and plummeted its prices to around $ 6,914 in February 2018. Over the following months, BTC prices have fluctuated between around $11,480 – $5,848. However, experts are optimistic and have predicted a rise to minimum $1, 200 by the end of this year.


OVER the past couple of months, the Manly Warringah Football Association (MWFA) staged a number of highly successful junior gala days for girls.
Age groups ranged from the under-8s to under-11s, at pitches such as Melwood Oval, Dee Why Oval, Lionel Watts Reserve and David Thomas.
Manly Vale hosted the first gala day for the under-8s age group, with heavy rain on the day failing to dampen the spirits of those who took part.
Louise Walker, the vice-president for Girls and Women in the MWFA, paid tribute to those who worked tirelessly to get the events up and running.
“A massive thanks to each of the four clubs who hosted the gala days, and to the MWFRA for providing referees for the matches,” she said.
“Thank you also to Michele Edwards for juggling the draws and arranging all the medallions and trophies as well as Lee-Anne Sestanovich for co-ordinating all four gala days.
“All up, we had 100 teams play more than 200 matches a massive effort.
“Well done to all involved.”
The chief aim of the gala days was to celebrate grassroots girls football in the mini-roos age groups.
Plans are in place to maintain or potentially increase the number of gala days for the 2018 season, as the MWFA supports the growing number of girls enjoying the world game.


For the renowned online shop for pre-owned designer and luxury fashion, Vestiaire Collective, we produced their Winter 2022 campaign. With a mixture of clean studio shots and street style inspired images, captured in the streets of Paris, the aim was to create a playful, eye-popping series to demonstrate how styling of pre-loved items can a creative and fun affair. Photographer: Maria & Louise Thornfeldt. Location Scouting, Set Design and Production by SERVICE.
On carefully selected outdoor locations, we produced this simple, yet highly aesthetical FW21 editorial for Sportmax with an evident focus on silhouettes, details, and textures of the styles. Photographer: Joséphine Löchen. Casting, Styling, Location Scouting and Production by SERVICE.
To achieve a playful, openminded and contemporary universe, we scouted cool and urban locations around Nørrebro, Copenhagen for this colorful and energetic PUMA AW22 Accessories Lookbook shoot. Photographer: Rasmus Weng Karlsen. Production by SERVICE
ECCO SS22 Commercial is a celebration of the world around us. For this campaign we took advantage of the various spectacular environments and landscapes Gran Canary has to offer. With sunny summer days as an overall notion, the campaign features three themes; cityscape, coastland, and wanderlust. From grocery shopping in a foreign country and enjoying colorful impressions, to experiencing nature like you’ve never imagined it before. Photographer: Sacha Maric. Art Directrion: Closer Studio. Casting, Location Scouting, Set Design and Production by SERVICE.
Mulberry came up with the idea of letting the talented photographer twin duo, Maria & Louise Thornfeldt, portray each other for this beautiful campaign showcasing a selection of some the brand’s iconic bags. Shot on a sunny day in and around the meatpacking district of Copenhagen. Photographer: Louise & Maria Thornfeldt. Location Scouting and Production by SERVICE.
To embrace the cool and street ambience of the AW22 collection, we teamed up with skater, Jesús Fernández and his two boys and followed them around to some of their favorite hang-out spots. Photographer: Pepe Lobez. Location Scouting and Production by SERVICE.
With this campaign we wanted to underline the combination of sublime comfort and high performance that ECCO offers with their series of highly innovative BIOM shoes. Shot in the beautiful nature of the Bavarian Alps, we aimed to showcase the series as top of ECCO’s outdoor line and state that adventure starts with the shoes. Photographer: Sarah Stenfeldt. Art Direction: Closer Studio. Casting, Location Scouting and Production by SERVICE.
In one of the largest warehouses of Milan, we produced this lookbook honouring Sportmax’ perfectly tailored garments and accessories with a mix of portraits, still life and detail shots. Photographer: Joséphine Löchen. Production by SERVICE
Inspired by old park life photos of young people enjoying being outdoors we produced this editorial for Vogue Singapore in a park in West London. By capturing young people in beautiful school uniform-inspired looks hanging out in the park, the idea was to encapsulate the quiet moments of students skipping school, doing nothing but being in the moment. Photographer: Joséphine Löchen. Casting Location Scouting and Production by SERVICE.
With this campaign we aimed to emphasize the versatile aspects of ECCO’s Office Hybrids series. In the streets and selected locations of Lisbon, we portrayed situations known from the modern, urban everyday life by capturing the shoes in a mix of street stylish images, spontaneous moments and quirky angles and crops. Photographer: Joséphine Löchen. Film Director: Bjarke Underberg. Art Direction: Closer Studio. Casting, Location Scouting and Production by SERVICE.
Finally, the sun burns through the sky. She remembers all the sensations from Spring. The first sun rays heating up the skin, the forest waking up, long sunsets. The sun breaks through. On the cost side North of Copenhagen, we captured this amazing story for the Swedish beauty brand Björk and Berries. Director: Sarah Stenfeldt. DOP: Finn Peper. Casting, Styling, Location Scouting and Production by SERVICE.
With this campaign we underlined the PLAY FREE world of ECCO Athleisure. Shot on a blue sky backdrop the aim was to portray freedom and confidence in movement, which is exactly what PLAY FREE encapsulates. Photographer: Angelina Bergenwall. Art Direction: Closer Studio. Casting, Location Scouting, Set Design and Production by SERVICE.
North of Copenhagen we shot in a beautiful 70s custom designed house that embodies the chic, minimalistic aesthetic of the 70s. We captured adorable kids in authentic everyday moments, eating pizza, playing games and having fun together to showcase the Zara Kids AW21 Pyjamas collection. Photographer: Rasmus Weng Karlsen. Casting, Styling, Location Scouting and Production by SERVICE.
To promote EPOS’ Pro Hybrid gaming headphones, the aim was to showcase the device in various, authentic, yet highly aesthetic usage scenarios. Photographer: Mikkel Bache. Casting, Styling, Location Scouting and Production by SERVICE.
For Nordic Knots SERVICE produced this Valentine's Day campaign showcasing various constellations of love. SERVICE street casted all talents; couples, friends, and families, who’s love for each other we wanted to display by wrapping them together in a blanket. Photographer: Sarah Stenfeldt. Casting, Styling, Set Design and Production by SERVICE.
To let the quality of the styles and the energy of the kids speak for itself, we produced this SS21 campaign for Zara Kids as a simple studio shoot with a clean, behind-the-scenes aesthetic. Photographer: Misha Taylor. Styling, Set Design and Production by SERVICE.
Shot in the beautiful surroundings of Ordrupgaard, we wished to display the mbyM SS23 collection as visions of Spring to come. The mixture of nature and elements of art brought together a sense of daydreaming and playfulness, which compliments the collection’s colours, organic shapes and patterns. Photographer: Jonas Bie. Art Direction, Location Scouting, Set Design and Production by SERVICE.
The aim was to create a positive and playful campaign with various locations from the busy streets of Copenhagen to the beautiful nature in North of sealand. Photographer: Sacha Maric. Art Direction: Closer Studio. Location Scouting, Casting, Set Design and Production by SERVICE.
Music is something everyone can relate to and as our research showed it is a big interest for the Only & Sons customer. Using music as a tool for storytelling we created the campaign B-Side Icons for the Danish menswear brand with lookbooks, films, campaign images and social media content. We cast real Danish musicians and chose the band Go Go Berlin as the campaign’s main characters. They radiate style and positivity in their musical enthusiasm and elevated the collection perfectly. Photographer: Rasmus Weng. DOP: Oliver Kauer. Art Direction: C F A. Production by SERVICE.
In an old factory building in the suburbs of Copenhagen we created a universe exploring the clash between the young street culture and high-end design. The creative direction was made in collaboration with cross disciplinary artist, Virgil Abloh, and his fashion brand OFF-WHITE. Photographer: Rasmus Weng Karlsen. Production by SERVICE.
For Levi’s Nordic we produced this social media campaign to celebrate the forever loved and classic 501 jeans. With a cool, diverse cast we shot stills and videos in edgy locations all around Vesterbro, Copenhagen. Photographer: Maria Thornfeldt. Casting, Location Scouting and Production by SERVICE.
In a studio in Copenhagen we shot Organic Basic's new collection. 'Get Moving' with loungewear that meets activewear. With a strong group of talents, all street casted for this specific campaign, we managed to create an extraordinarily fun and light atmosphere on set reflecting in the compelling imagery for this 80s aerobic-inspired campaign. Photographer: Sarah Stenfeldt. DOP: Finn Peper. Carsting, Set Design and Produktion by SERVICE
In the spirit of #liveuplifted, we showcased the new 2022 Asics silhouettes as seen ‘through fresh eyes’ of two female brand ambassadors Freja and Chaima. Often you need to have a new friend that gets you to see the magic in your own city. We can get stuck in our daily habits, and get used to things that make our lives special. We followed the two Asics’ ambassadors together as they shared and brought new eyes to their respective homes, Paris and Copenhagen. Photographer: Ceen Wahren. Production by SERVICE.
The main idea behind the concept is to emphasise the feeling you have when you care deeply about a certain item, and you want to bring it with you where ever you go. Almost like a child bringing its pillow or teddy everywhere. That kind of loving attachment played out in nature. By "sculpturelize" the rugs and having a model interacting with them in open and empty spaces we will create the perfect scene for our concept. With this setting in nature we will also amplify the colours and textures of the rugs. Photographer: Sarah Stenfeldt. Casting, Styling, Location Scouting and Production by SERVICE.
For this CDLP underwear campaign we promoted some of the brand’s most popular styles. In the elegant surroundings of an old school hotel, we created a cool and witty universe by mixing it up with a cool cast and quirky styling. Photographer: Rasmus Weng. Casting, Styling, Location Scouting and Production by SERVICE.
By capturing a young couple in joyful moments and charming surroundings, we enhanced the unisex styles of Jeanerica’s AW20 collection. Photographer: Rasmus Weng Karlsen. Styling, Location, Creative Direction and Production by SERVICE
As a tribute to the Nordic nature and craftsanship, SERVICE produced this t-shirt campaign on the countryside North of Copenhagen to underline the quality of CDPL’s products. Photographer: Rasmus Weng Karlsen. Casting, Location Scouting and Production by SERVICE.
In one of the largest warehouses of Milan, we produced this lookbook honouring Sportmax’ perfectly tailored garments and accessories with a mix of portraits, still life and detail shots. Photographer: Joséphine Löchen. Location, Set Design and Production by SERVICE


Dawn Remembers: The Making of the Too Far Music
Q: Too Far is your second project to integrate novel and music. This time, though, you took a slightly different approach:
RS: The 12 tracks evoke 12 scenes from the story—the children’s experience of the forest that their goddess, Dawn, remembers. With Wild Animus, the idea was to capture musically the ram’s entire journey. Here, Dawn remembers moments with a particular quality, so we hear those moments as opposed to the whole smash.
Too Far evolved in the same way as Wild Animus. The music was created alongside the book and conceived of as a whole piece. The idea was that the book would tell the story and there would be moments in the story that would be remembered by Dawn.
Dawn sings about Robbie and Fristeen’s exploration and discoveries. Each piece follows the emotional arc of a recollected scene. And in sequence, the 12 scenes follow the arc of the kids’ emotional progress during the story. Where they are meeting for the first time or climbing the Bendies, Dawn’s recollection is more playful. As we progress in the story, what Dawn remembers is more serious. They’re still memories that she wants to keep, but there’s more at stake.
Q: Maria Taylor is on vocals this time around. You found her to be an ideal match for the role.
RS: Maria was a contributor to Wild Animus, and I’m a fan of both her solo work and her work with Azure Ray. Finding a singer to play Dawn—it was probably like what a director goes through to cast an actress for a film. Maria was a great fit. Her voice, her temperament, her emotional breadth— She was able to project both a childlike presence and a deep and thoughtful adult one. Her ability to mix and match those aspects of her personality in a way that dovetailed with the moments in the story was important.
We had the help of Andy LeMaster, who works closely with Maria. Andy also contributed to Wild Animus, and he performs on all of the Dawn Remembers pieces. We threw ourselves together in the studio, not knowing exactly what would come out of it. Maria was a great choice. She understood the story and the character, and she really brought the scenes to life.
Q: There’s a lot of non-verbal vocalization in the Too Far music. Some songs have very little in the way of lyrics.
RS: The moments are recollections of a child’s experience, and the wordiness of Wild Animus didn’t seem appropriate. I wanted to capture the care-freeness and exhilaration that a child feels. Some of the high points of Maria’s work are the moments when she is humming or doing her half-conscious non-verbal thing. I love that. I think she did a wonderful job of capturing the emotional meaning of those scenes—probably better than if there were words associated with them.
Q: As with Wild Animus, you used a loop-record process, and the contributing musicians improvised their parts over the base tracks.
RS: It’s arduous, but I’m pleased with what we’re able to get doing things that way. I was listening to the commentary on a Lars Von Trier movie recently and was surprised to hear that he uses a filming technique that’s pretty close to what we do in the studio. Von Trier is not the only director who does this, but from what I understand, it’s not common. They’ll set up their cameras, get them rolling, and then the actor and directors forget about them, working and re-working particular moments spontaneously.
The cameras never stop rolling. The actors don’t have a sense of the beginning or end of a scene. They’re living the part, trying to find the right tone, deepening the emotional engagement, and so on. They do it one way, then they try something else. It just keeps going. The actors are never out of character, and they have the chance to experiment while they’re in the moment. Von Trier talks about having evolved a jump-cut style—you see action, the scene continues, but there’s a splice in between. It’s a stylistic choice, but it evolved around the concept of cutting between different takes of the same scene. In his own way, John Cassavetes used a similar technique, many years earlier.
This is all very close to the approach we’ve developed for tracking musical contributions in our studio. It seems to work for the same reasons that it works in film. The vocalist or instrumentalist—whoever we happen to have in the studio—is in character, working on a part, evolving it, in the emotion and meaning of the moment, and never required to step out of it until we’re done. As much as possible, the mechanics of recording are forgotten.
There are failures, and there are surprising successes. The objective is to capture moments of brilliance—moments that really connect. It’s very different than what’s typically done, where you have a group of musicians and the producer says, "Okay, we’re doing a take," and they all perform the piece start to finish. My joke is, "We’ve invented the hardest way in the world to make music," because so much effort is required afterward, sorting and sifting through the mountains of loops. But the value of it is that we’re able to give musicians room to experiment, to immerse themselves in the pieces and take risks that they wouldn’t be able to take in a more structured studio environment. We often get unusual things—things that we wouldn’t have gotten otherwise.


CrownPeak Named To EContent 100 List For Third Year
-- CrownPeak recognized as a company that “matters most in the digital content industry” --
Los Angeles, Calif. (December 7, 2005) —
CrownPeak (www.crownpeak.com), the software service leader in content management, today announced that it has once again been named to EContent magazine’s EContent 100 - the list of companies that matter most in the digital content industry. The list offers a look at 100 companies that show how much of an impact econtent has on day-to-day business and how the tools that enable it are becoming more prevalent.
The EContent 100 is compiled by the magazine’s contributing editors and staff of Information Today, Inc. Companies included on the list are both mainstays and newcomers, but all have proved over the past year their innovation and contribution to the evolution of digital content.
Recognized in the Content Management category, CrownPeak is the only company to provide comprehensive, world-class Web Site Management as a hosted software solution. CrownPeak solutions include Web Content Management, Search, Web Hosting, Intranet/Extranets and Web Analytics.
“We are pleased to be recognized as an EContent 100 company again this year,” said CrownPeak CEO Jim Howard. “We’ve been providing the best Web Content Management tools on the market since 2001 and are constantly improving our services and integrating them with complementary tools to stay ahead of the needs of our clients. We’re excited to be recognized for our innovation and commitment to enabling digital content.”
“CrownPeak has made our list three of the past four years simply because they continue to offer Web Content Management that meets and surpasses the technical demand of the industry,” said Michelle Manafy, editor of EContent. “The company is staying ahead of the curve by continually adding new features, integration capabilities and services to its product base.”
Besides this award, CrownPeak has been named Product of the Year by InfoWorld and Analyst’s Choice by eWeek and has also been chosen several times as one of the Top 25 ASP’s worldwide by ASPNews.com.
For more information about CrownPeak, please visit www.crownpeak.com. A complete list of the EContent 100 winners is available in the December print addition of the magazine and online at www.econtentmag.com.
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Recap After two years of regulatory discussions, California’s officials finally announced last Friday allowing the state’s pharmacists to directly dispense birth control to patients without physicians’ order. Note that the law applies to hormonal contraceptives, which include oral medications, transdermal patches, subcutaneous injections, and vaginal rings, but not intrauterine devices and implantations. The bill known as SB 493, was passed in 2013, but suffered major delays during the approval process. California will be the third state to make birth control more readily available, joining Washington and Oregon. The states of Hawaii, Missouri, Tennessee, and South Carolina are expected to consider similar legislations.
What’s the big deal? In the U.S., there are roughly 61 million childbearing women and approximately 70% of the aforementioned population do not want to become pregnant intentionally.1 In California alone, more than half of the pregnancies are unintentional.2 The use of alcohol, unlawful drugs, and numerous prescription drugs can have damaging, teratogenic effects on newborns. Advocating to expand access to birth control can lessened the numbers of poverty-driven, unplanned pregnancies, and as well as cutting the rate of babies being born with birth defects.
What does this mean for consumers? So let me get this straight, you can walk into any pharmacy in California and ask for birth control (as if it were an OTC item)? It’s not quite that simple or else it wouldn’t have taken legislators two years to formulate and agree on protocols. Instead, patients are obligated to a questionnaire, a blood pressure screening, and a consultation session with the pharmacists. These are instruments to assist pharmacists in isolating patients with medical conditions contraindicated to the administration birth control, and to provide a more lucrative contraceptive in the selection process. For example, women with history of breast cancer, cardiovascular complications, elevated clotting risks, or previously intolerable to estrogen may want to avoid certain estrogen-containing contraceptives.
An opportunity for independent pharmacies? Although the law is legitimate, California pharmacies are not expected to jump on the latest opportunity straightaway. Complicated legislations, like SB 493, demand lots of preparations and are difficult to implement at the macro level. Your “household name” pharmacy chains tend to take much longer time to adapt; thus, family-owned/independent pharmacies are in favor to take advantage of this opportunity much sooner.
What does this mean for pharmacists? While there’s a shortage of physicians at the national level, an increasingly abundance in well-trained, competent pharmacists are willing to fulfill this demand. “The uninsured rate remains at an all time low”3, which translates into longer wait-times at doctor’s offices, diminished quality of care, and declination in patient’s accessibility to healthcare. In the perspectives of cost savings and improved patient outcomes, I am persuaded that total societal welfare can benefit from this progress. Nonetheless, it will be interesting to see how things will pan out now that pharmacists are one step closer to procuring prescriber status. iAPPEblog’s guide to birth control and infertility can assists you in refreshing your knowledge on birth controls. (below)
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Anoosh Jorjorian (she/they) has over 20 years of experience writing, blogging, editing, and teaching English. Her professional writing career began in 1997 when she co-edited the updated "Relationships with Women" chapter in Our Bodies, Ourselves for the New Century. She has been published in Salon, the Huffington Post, TIME.com, AlterNet, Black Girl Dangerous, Racialicious, and Sojourner on issues of race, sexuality and gender identity, culture, and policy.
Mx. Jorjorian has also been working for racial justice and LGBTQ+ rights for over two decades. She is currently the founder and principal of Inclusive Futures Consulting, LLC, which helps parents, educators, and institutions teach children about identity differences and be inclusive across identity lines. She directs Yolo Rainbow Families and the Davis Queer Teen Group, which are projects of the Davis Phoenix Coalition. Yolo Rainbow Families advocates for and supports LGBTQ+ parents, LGBTQ+ kids, and parents of LGBTQ+ kids in Yolo County. In March 2020, she co-founded the ApoYolo Project, a program of the Yolo Interfaith Immigration Network, which kept Spanish-speaking immigrant families housed, fed, and safe during the COVID-19 pandemic through August 2021. In March 2021, she joined the Board of Directors of Gender Spectrum, which supports families, healthcare workers, educators, and institutions in creating a gender-inclusive world for trans and all gender-expansive youth. For her community work, Jorjorian was selected for the City of Davis Brinley Award for public service in 2021.
She is also a designer and owns a business, Downtown Angry Brown, where she sells t-shirts and other products.
She currently lives in Northern California with her spouse, their two children, and two dogs.
She has lived on both coasts of the US as well as in West Africa and the South Pacific. She speaks Spanish, French, and Wolof.
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Since the 2012 election, the United States has seen an increase of states legalizing marijuana for either medical or recreational use. As of November 2018, 32 states and Washington D.C. have legalized weed for medical use. That’s because there is a mountain of research and anecdotal evidence that marijuana is a great alternative to traditional, pharmacological medicines.
Why Medical Weed
Cannabis has been used to treat all types of illnesses and ailments since around 2900 BC. It’s an inexpensive but effective alternative to costly medications that, not only have dangerous side effects but may cause opioid addiction. Even though weed is still considered a Class 1 narcotic by the federal government, people have still been using it to heal.
CBD vs THC
Cannabidiol or CBD and Tetrahydrocannabinol or THC are both cannabinoids found in all varieties of the cannabis plant. THC is the chemical that induces the euphoric feeling or “high” while CBD does not.
Biopharmaceutical companies are now jumping on the CBD medicine train. However, like most drugs that people desperately need, the prices are incredibly expensive to the average user. For example, the FDA recently approved the first cannabis medication for epilepsy called Epidolex create GW Pharmaceuticals PLC- ADR. Depending on where you live and how much you need, Epidiolex can cost between $200 and $2000 a month. CBD oil from a trusted medical dispensary can cost less than $100.
Medical Uses for Weed
There is plenty of anecdotal evidence that cannabis has healing properties. It’s been used for centuries to cure or heal various ailments. However, it remains illegal, federally, in the United States. One of the main reasons it has remained illegal federally is that the majority of federally backed research on marijuana has focused on potential negative effects instead of its potential to heal. But that’s changing. Institutions are conducting more and more research that back up the anecdotal evidence of the healing properties of weed. And there are so many illnesses and ailments where weed is, not only helpful but preferable to traditional medicine.
The United States has a serious problem with pain. According to 2011, The Institute of Medicine released a report saying “Chronic pain costs the nation up to $635 billion each year in medical treatment and lost productivity.” Much of the medical treatment for pain has been with addiction-causing opioids such as Morphine and Oxycodone. Most heroin users begin their addiction to opioids from pain treatment with morphine or other opioids before progressing to heroin. Marijuana is a safe, non-addictive alternative to treating chronic pain.
How does weed help with chronic pain? The feeling of pain is caused by the coordination of brain cells that tell the body something hurts. And there are two types of pain: nociceptive and neuroceptive. Nociceptive is the most common type of pain and is a result of tissue damage. Think inflammation, aches, throbbing, etc. Cannabis can weaken the intensity of the sensation of pain by blocking the neurotransmitters signaling the brain to tell your body to feel pain. Also,
Nociceptive pain can be weakened by reducing the pain signals at the site of injury by blocking the inflammatory process itself or the signals they elicit. Another strategy is to dampen their effects as they make their way up the spinal cord to the brain. The cannabidiols in weed can target both of these processes to reduce pain. THC has anti-inflammatory properties that are “driven through the activation of CB2 (brain) receptors on immune cells which dampens the body’s pain-inducing response to injury.” And CBD can block inflammatory mediators, reducing inflammation. In other words, it’s the interaction between THC and CBD with brain receptors that trigger pain relief, anxiety relief, appetite stimulation, and mood management.
Weed has also been shown to help patients in their battle against various types of cancer. In many small studies, weed had shown to help alleviate nausea in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Studies have also shown that CBD blocked the growth of cancer cells and killed cancer cells in cervical cancer patients.
Thankfully, more long-term human trials are taking place. But the evidence of short-term clinical trials is clear: there is no denying the marijuana positive health effects that patients have experienced.


We are sad to report the death of Derek Klemperer who passed away recently. Derek was a stalwart member of the Club’s Executive Committee and a Lake Trustee for many decades.
Derek first joined the Club’s Executive Committee in the 1970s and quickly started to make a contribution. Derek and his wife Joyce took over the running of the Angling Section of the Club in 1982 and ran it until very recently. Derek and Joyce helped make many improvement to angling at the Lake and ensured an enjoyable angling experience for many generations of anglers who have much to thank Derek and Joyce for.
Derek also put endless hours into protecting the Club’s land and boundary from encroachment. Derek’s detailed records and notes are still being put to good use towards this end.
We also have Derek to thank for preserving the Club’s historic photos and archive: which were used as a source for Derek and Joyce’s book “The Henleaze Lake Story” published in 2007.
More recently Derek was a prime mover in the Club’s move to become a charity to protect its continuing use for swimming.
The Club has much to thank Derek for, particularly, alongside Carol Holloway, Clare Meehan and others, in ensuring the Club’s survival in the lean years of the 1980s. As Carol Holloway commented “Derek was a man of many talents who was extremely generous with the time and energy he devoted to the Club”.
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BY MARY SOLBERG | FAITHLIFE
Cathedral Prep junior Ian Malisiewski suffered a serious spinal cord injury while wrestling six months ago, but the people closest to him say his indomitable spirit has surfaced.
“I can count on one hand the really tough times he’s had, and mostly those were about missing a wrestling tournament or something,” says his mom, Hallie Reid. “Every morning, he gets up and says, ‘OK, let’s go to work. Let’s do this.’ He never complains.”
That determination has carried 16-year-old Ian through surgery and several months of intense physical therapy. He fractured two vertebrae and injured his spinal cord June 3 while competing in the United World Wrestling (UWW) Cadet Greco-Roman Nationals in Akron, Ohio.
Paralyzed from the neck down immediately after his accident, Ian has regained some movement in his arms, shoulders and hands. According to his dad, T.J. Malisiewski, doctors probably will not have a clear prognosis until swelling is reduced completely in his son’s spinal column.
“We’re not giving up hope. His prognosis is above what they thought. He wants to keep moving forward in life and he doesn’t want this to hold him back,” T.J. Malisiewski says.
On Nov. 7, Ian returned to Cathedral Prep, cheered on by his classmates, faculty and staff as he wheeled through the first floor to his classroom. Students like Tommy Russo and Garrett Heidt, both juniors, held signs: “Ian Strong,” and “#BeADog,” a reference to a 2011 video of then-Coastal Carolina football coach David Bennett, who advised players to “be a dog” instead of a “kitty cat.”
“It’s his [Ian’s] mentality. It’s how he operates,” Heidt says. “He hasn’t changed one bit. He’s the same Ian who we’ve always known, just full of life. He’s always making us laugh and making us smile.”
His first friend at Prep, Ethan Rys, also was on-hand for Ian’s first day back at school. They caught up with each other in the classroom that has been converted from the school spirit store to one that can accommodate Ian’s new specially made computer.
“There’s no one like Ian,” Rys says. “He’s crazy energetic. It’s been a hard time, but it’s been inspiring, too, just to see the outpouring from the community.”
The night of the accident, hundreds of people gathered at St. Jude the Apostle Church in Erie. They held an impromptu prayer service while awaiting news on Ian’s eight-hour surgery at Akron Children’s Hospital.
The Catholic Preparatory School community, which includes Prep and Villa Maria Academy, set up the “Ian Fund,” requesting donations to assist the family through Ian’s rehabilitation and recovery.(Make donations at http://www.prep-villa.com or checks can be made payable to Cathedral Prep and sent to Cathedral Prep’s Advancement Office, 225 W. 9th St., Erie, PA 16501, with “Ian Fund” in the memo line.)
In September, another benefit was held at Gravel Pit Park in North East.
“I learned that prayers work,” Ian says. “I had a lot of prayers said for me, not only from my class, but everybody in Erie. They just helped pull me through this emotionally and physically.”
Father Jason Feigh, campus minister, has met with Ian weekly since his accident. They do independent study for confirmation preparation.
“His return was an early Thanksgiving and Christmas present to the Prep community,” Father Jason says. “It shows hope amidst tragedy.”
According to Father Jason, Ian’s “big heart”—in the face of such difficulty—has brought everyone together. Even before the accident, Ian was active at Prep, participating in football and wrestling, Campus Ministry and Key Club. This year, he is serving as class vice president.
“He continues to inspire people in ways he has no idea of,” Father Jason adds. “He is not only a witness of how to carry himself personally, but spiritually.”
Since his return to school, Ian attends classes in the morning and then eats lunch with friends. He then goes to physical therapy for the rest of the day.
And, of course, he and his family depend on prayers.
Says his mom, Hallie: “People say how much they’re sending prayers. I’ll take anything. It makes him feel better to know that people care and that they love him.”


A general view of seals resting at Children's Pool on March 16, 2008 in La Jolla, California. In 1931, Ellen Browning Scripps, the newspaper heiress, donated $60,000 for the breakwater seawall, to keep rough waves at bay, and subsequently the state ceded the beach property to the city under the condition that it remain a public park and childrenԳ swimming area. And that it was for much of the century, until the seals began showing up in great numbers. The city regularly closed the beach beginning about 1997 because of water contamination, blaming the seals. A legal battle has raged for the past ten years between animal rights activists who believe the beach should be a reserve for the seals, and locals who want the beach to be opened once again for children and swimmers.


MEDIA WRITING WORKSHOP
On 2nd July 2022, Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE) held the Media Writing Workshop at SMS Muzaffar Syah (SMS MOZAC), Melaka. We had Mrs Farisha Zainol, a WWF Malaysia Communication Manager and content creator as the speaker. The Media Writing workshop engaged students on how to plan and create good content on social media. The workshop includes writing good and attractive captions on social media posts to stimulate interest or action from active viewers, which help students to enhance their storytelling skills. The participants get to enhance their media writing knowledge by learning hashtag best practices and how to use Instagram insights to further strategise their content.
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Wakala Radio is a popular radio channel based in Panama City, Panama. The station is primarily designed to cater to the music tastes of the younger generation in Panama, featuring a variety of musical genres such as pop, reggaeton, salsa, and more. With a diverse range of programs, the station is the go-to destination for music lovers in Panama, offering a mix of live music performances, interviews with local and international artists, news, and information. The station is available in the es_PA language and can be streamed online via its website. The station's programming is available 24 hours a day, with specific shows airing at scheduled times. Whether you are in Panama City or beyond, Wakala Radio is a fantastic channel to listen to and enjoy some of the latest music and news in Panama.


On July 6, 2018 I had the pleasure of photographing Kristen & Austin’s engagement photography session at Montara Beach, near Pacifica right off Highway 1 in Northern California. Kristen, who recently moved here from Tennessee fell in love with the sheer cliffs and iconic northern California beach scenery found at Montara Beach and immediately chimed in with their must have engagement location when asked. I’d never been to Montara Beach before and wasn’t sure what to expect, but this place delivered! Not only does Montara boast a gorgeous beach, but it also has a gorgeous flower covered cliff that sits right off the road before you venture down to the water. We started in the flowers, then made our way down to the beach. We played around on the beach capturing candid embraces, laughter and smooches, waiting and hoping for a gorgeous sunset. Finally at 8:30pm, the fog had cleared and the sunset shone brightly for our end of shoot images. This shoot was so much fun and I can’t wait to capture their big day this September!


How does a robotics researcher help paralyzed people learn to walk again? By teaching robots the skills and needs of people. In an innovative new approach, Gordon Cheng from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) is combining robotics with neuroscience to develop robots capable of feeling.
June 12, 2014 will probably always be an unforgettable date for Juliano Pinto, a Brazilian who had already been paraplegic for several years. Supported by a robotic body suit, he was able to kick a football just with the power of his mind. A symbolic way to kick off the soccer World Cup in the sold-out São Paulo stadium, Pinto’s achievement also marked the highlights of the international Walk Again Project, designed to help paralyzed people walk with the aid of an exoskeleton. Gordon Cheng developed a key element of this robotic suit at TUM: the artificial skin that enabled Pinto to feel his own steps.
Cheng is one of the world’s leading experts in humanoid robots. “I love robots,” he affirms. His aim is to use them to help others – and society at large – for instance by teaching people with paraplegia how to walk again, as in Pinto’s case, or by supporting therapy for multiple sclerosis patients.
In pursuit of this aim, Cheng is forging a whole new connection between neuroscience and robotics. At his Institute for Cognitive Systems, scientists from all over the world have come together to advance research in this area, collaborating closely with researchers from other disciplines such as psychology and medicine. All of which is possible thanks to the rich and diverse scientific environment at TUM and across the city of Munich.
In order for robots to sense their surroundings like a human being, Cheng and his team have developed a type of artificial skin. Hexagonal cells in a honeycomb structure allow a robot to sense when it is being touched, for instance. The sensors detect how close the source of contact is, along with pressure, vibration, temperature and even movement in three-dimensional space. This robot skin proved indispensable to the Walk Again Project. Integrated in the soles of the exoskeleton’s feet, it sends signals to small motors that vibrate on the patient’s arms when their feet touch the ground. This feedback enables them to “feel” their robotic legs and move them. This feedback loop is essential to their sense of safety.
In 2016, a trial using an exoskeleton to teach people with paraplegia to walk again left researchers astonished. After just one year of training, all eight participants regained both voluntary control of their legs and feeling that had been lost in their lower extremities, from the hip down. Researchers interpret this startling outcome as the brain reorganizing itself as a result of the training. “Our brains are adaptable, capable of developing new physical capabilities in response to new tools,” explains Cheng. New neural networks were thus triggered in participants who were previously paralyzed for years, enabling them to reorganize their body schema.
A study commissioned by Cheng back in 2005 confirmed that it makes sense to build robots based on the human model. “We observed how people interact with humanoid robots and found that it is really simple,” he reports. “Our brains are naturally wired that way. If you want to teach a robot something or learn from it yourself, it’s easier if it looks like another person – that makes the whole thing seem more natural. I also see it in children, who take the robot’s hand … we project our own reactions onto it and have corresponding expectations.”
“Soon, social interaction with robots will no longer be science fiction, but as safe and natural as of the way we use computers and smartphones today.”
Gordon Cheng, Professor of Cognitive Systems at the Technical University of Munich


Asian Cup 2019: Việt Nam’s Memorable Journey
Việt Nam, along with China, South Korea, and Australia bid farewell to the Asian Cup 2019, a tournament where Việt Nam made the most remarkable impact. Facing Japan, the only Asian team to advance from the group stage in the 2018 World Cup and the most successful nation in Asian Cup history, Việt Nam displayed great resilience. Not only did they maintain disciplined defense, allowing Japan only one penalty goal with the assistance of VAR, but they also had opportunities to score against Japan, even outnumbering them with 12 shots compared to Japan’s 11.
Despite their valiant efforts, Việt Nam unfortunately lost 0-1 to Japan, ending their campaign. However, many fans believed that if Việt Nam had faced China instead of Japan, they could have reached the semi-finals. This belief stemmed from China’s disappointing performance against Iran, as they suffered a humiliating 0-3 defeat due to consecutive defensive errors. South Korea and Australia, both strong contenders, were also unexpectedly eliminated in the quarter-finals. South Korea failed to convert their continuous pressure into goals against Qatar, while UAE capitalized on a defensive mistake by Australia, securing a 1-0 victory.
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- 21:00, 28/01: Iran vs Japan
- 21:00, 29/01: Qatar vs UAE
The Asian Cup 2019 has been full of surprises, and the semi-finals promise to be equally thrilling. As we eagerly await the upcoming matches between Iran and Japan, and Qatar and UAE, let us celebrate Việt Nam’s memorable journey, highlighting their courage, determination, and passion for the beautiful game.


My wallet weeps this week, but if you can afford it, there will be a lot of beginnings, endings and continuations to read on this new comic book day!
This is easily the craziest New Comic Book Day I can remember in a long time. It’s so crazy that it brought me back from a little hiatus as I adjusted my life to having a second child and all the insanity that goes along with that.
DC Comics absolutely loaded this week up with some seriously can’t-miss books. We have the final issue of Tom King’s run on BATMAN. We have the final issue of DOOMSDAY CLOCK, timed to coincide with the final episode of the HBO Watchmen miniseries. The final issue of Scott Snyder’s BATMAN: LAST KNIGHT ON EARTH drops today, too. The finale of the Justice/Doom War in JUSTICE LEAGUE also releases this week, which leads into the new YEAR OF THE VILLAIN: HELL ARISEN miniseries.
And there’s so much more that DC is publishing today. I had to decide to drop a few things because there was no way I could justify getting it all.
I can’t help but think this is maybe a mistake, releasing all these huge books at once, one week before Christmas. Thankfully, I’ve already finished my Christmas shopping, so a splurge on some comics won’t keep my kids from getting some presents. But I can’t imagine why DC didn’t shift some releases away from today to try and stave off some serious event fatigue.
Let’s take a look at what I’m getting this week:
Dark Horse Comics
American Gods: The Moment of the Storm 8
Batman: Last Knight on Earth 3
Doomsday Clock 12
Flash Forward 4
He-Man and the Masters of the Multiverse 2
John Constantine, Hellblazer 2
Justice League 38
Superman Smashes the Klan 2
Superman’s Pal, Jimmy Olsen 6
Year of the Villain: Hell Arisen 1
GI Joe 3
What are you getting this week? Let us know in the comments.


This past Friday was the reception for my most recent show entitled “Collaborations With Anonymous”. The Gallery at the Jupiter staff put together a lovely reception and the June evening weather in Portland was perfect. The gallery is part of a complex that includes an outdoor atrium, the Doug Fir Lounge and the Jupiter Hotel.
As always, I was fortunate to have lots of friends and family attending, as well as many new faces, including other local artists and art enthusiasts. We also made some new friends who were serving their delicious local organic Sattwa Chai to attendees. It turns out we’re neighbors–they live only two minutes from us!
One of the most meaningful moments of the evening came toward the very end. An old family friend who had grown up in my grandmother’s town shared with me stories of the ways she had touched his life and influenced him. And he pointed out that my most ambitious piece, “Renewal Springs From Woman,” has a border created of ferns–my grandmother’s first name was Elva Fern! I had never consciously made the connection, even though I am always thinking of my grandmothers when I create my pieces. And, of course, the theme of this particular piece is connection to the generations of women of the past. So I felt that my grandmother’s spirit was really with me at this show.


When it comes to shopping for a new home, we want to make sure that every detail is perfect. From the location to the interior design, everything should reflect our own personal tastes and preferences. However, sometimes our initial enthusiasm for a property can change over time, leaving us wanting to remove pictures from real estate sites. Whether it’s due to a change in circumstances or a simple change of heart, knowing how to do so can prevent unnecessary headaches and potentially embarrassing situations. In this article, we’ll explore the steps you need to take to remove pictures from real estate sites and ensure that your privacy is protected.
1. The Perils of Abandoned Property Listings: Why Removing Pictures Matters
Are you aware of the perils of abandoned property listings? Leaving a listing without pictures may seem like a minor slip-up, but it can have severe consequences for your sales prospects. Removing pictures matter tremendously, and here’s why:
- It discourages buyers: Without pictures, your listing will appear incomplete and untrustworthy. Prospective buyers rely heavily on images to assess a property’s potential and gauge their interest. The absence of photographs can lead to buyers losing interest in a property, and you might miss out on potential offers.
- It undermines your credibility: In today’s competitive real estate market, your credibility and reputation are your most valuable assets. A listing without photographs raises red flags about the property’s condition, and by extension, your competence as a real estate agent. Buyers might question your honesty and professionalism, and you risk losing their business.
That’s not all. In the absence of photographs, your listing might also suffer from poor visibility and lower search rankings. Online platforms prioritize complete listings with high-quality images, and you might find yourself buried under a sea of other properties.
Remember, to stand out in the real estate market, your listing needs to be complete, visually appealing, and informative. Removing pictures from your listing puts you at a disadvantage and could hinder your prospects of making a sale.
2. Taking Back Your Privacy: A DIY Guide to Removing Images from Real Estate Websites
1. The importance of privacy
It is a common practice for the real estate industry to post pictures of houses, apartments, and other properties on their websites. However, homeowners may not be aware that their private spaces can be viewed by thousands of people online. This is especially concerning for those who value their privacy and do not want their personal lives on display for the entire world to see. In this DIY guide, we will go over the steps to remove images from real estate websites, thus allowing homeowners to reclaim their privacy.
2. How to remove images from real estate websites
To begin, homeowners must first identify which real estate websites feature their property images. Once this has been established, the following steps can be taken:
- Contact the website’s customer service team and request that they remove the images. Be sure to provide the specific URLs where the images can be found.
- If the customer service team is unresponsive, submit a formal request to have the images removed. This can be done through an online form or through certified mail.
- If all else fails, legal action can be taken to have the images removed. It is important to consult with a lawyer before taking this step.
By taking these simple yet effective steps, homeowners can ensure that their private spaces remain private and not available for public viewing. Taking back control of one’s privacy is an important step towards securing personal information and achieving peace of mind.
3. From Tricky to Easy: Simple Solutions to Deleting Unwanted Property Pictures
Deleting unwanted property pictures can be quite tricky, especially if you’re not tech-savvy. However, there are simple solutions that can help you get rid of these pictures without breaking a sweat. Here are some easy tricks:
- Use the delete button on your phone. One of the easiest ways to delete unwanted pictures from your phone is to simply use the delete button. Go to your phone’s gallery, select the pictures you want to delete, and hit the delete button.
- Use a photo management app. Photo management apps such as Google Photos or Apple Photos can make deleting unwanted pictures a breeze. These apps allow you to easily select multiple images and delete them with just a few clicks.
- Connect your phone to your computer. If you want to delete pictures in bulk, connecting your phone to your computer is a great solution. Simply transfer the pictures to your computer, select the ones you want to delete, and hit the delete button.
As you can see, deleting unwanted property pictures doesn’t have to be tricky. All it takes is a little know-how and some simple solutions to make the process easy and stress-free. So, next time you’re faced with unwanted pictures, remember these easy tricks and get ready to hit that delete button!
4. Navigating the Complexities of Image Removal Requests: A Step-by-Step How-To
Navigating the complexities of image removal requests can be a daunting task, but with this step-by-step guide, you’ll have a clear understanding of how to handle these requests like a pro.
First, it’s important to identify the type of request you’re dealing with. Is it a copyright issue, a privacy concern, or a violation of a community guideline? Identifying the type of request will help you determine the appropriate response and the necessary steps to take to resolve the issue. Once you have identified the type of request, follow these steps to navigate the complexities of image removal requests:
– Contact the copyright owner or individual requesting the removal: If the issue is related to copyright, contact the copyright owner and request proof of ownership. If the request is related to privacy concerns or community guidelines, reach out to the individual requesting the removal and request more information to better understand the issue.
– Evaluate the request and take action: Once you have all the necessary information, evaluate the request and determine if it’s valid. If it is, take action and remove the image from the appropriate platform. If the request is not valid, reach out to the requesting party and explain why you cannot comply with the request.
Navigating the complexities of image removal requests requires patience, attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of the issues involved. Following these steps will help you handle these requests with confidence and efficiency.
5. The Power of Persistence: Tips and Tactics for Successfully Removing Images from Real Estate Sites
Tips and Tactics for Successfully Removing Images from Real Estate Sites
Removing images from real estate sites can be a frustrating and time-consuming process. However, with the right approach and techniques, it is possible to successfully remove unwanted images from the internet. Here are some tips and tactics you can use:
- Contact the site administrators – The first step to take when wanting to remove an image is to contact the administrators of the site that hosts the image. You can usually find contact information on the site’s “Contact Us” page. Reach out to the site admins and explain the situation. Often, they will be willing to remove the image if you provide a compelling reason.
- Submit a DMCA takedown request – If the site administrators are unresponsive or unwilling to remove the image, you may need to file a DMCA takedown request. This is a legal request that requires the site to remove the image because it infringes on your copyright. You can find DMCA takedown request forms online and usually need to follow specific instructions for submission.
- Monitor the internet for re-use – Once the image is removed from one site, it’s essential to monitor the internet for its re-use. This is especially true if the image is of a personal nature that you do not want to be publicized online. You can use reverse image search tools to see where your image is reposted on the internet and take steps to have it removed.
- Take preventative measures – Finally, taking preventative measures can help reduce the likelihood of your images being misused in the future. This includes watermarking images or only posting them on password-protected sites where they are less likely to be stolen and repurposed for unauthorized uses.
Removing images from real estate sites can be a daunting task, but with persistence and the right tactics, you can take control of your online image and prevent unwanted photos from causing harm or embarrassment. If you’re struggling with removing images from the internet, consider seeking legal counsel or enlisting the help of online reputation management professionals to guide you through the process.
In today’s digital age, our online presence is more important than ever. Whether you’re a real estate agent, a homeowner, or just someone who has come across some unwanted pictures on a real estate site, the process of removing them can be stressful and confusing. But fear not, with a little bit of research and some persistence, your unwanted images can be gone in no time. Remember to always read the terms and conditions of the site in question and don’t be afraid to reach out to customer service for assistance. With these tips in mind, you can take control of your online presence and ensure that your personal and professional image remains in your hands.


We’re excited to introduce you to the first of our keynote speakers for the IATUL Conference 2019, Professor Seongcheol Kim. Professor Kim is a professor in the School of Media and Communication at Korea University, and the Korea University Librarian.
He is the founder and director of the Centre for Media Industry, a research centre focused on the Korean media industry. He is also the current president of the Korean Association for Information Society and a member of the Board of Directors for the International Telecommunications Society and the International Media Management Academic Association.
His research interests include Information and Communication Technologies management and policy. As of March 2019, he has published more than 100 papers in international and Korean journals and 21 books. He teaches in the areas of media management, new media and mobile media.
Professor Kim’s keynote topic is Transforming the Library through Social Innovation: A Case Study of Korea University Library.


Tanpopo And Kuro Go Online
d'Errico Studios Ltd. has unveiled the new online home of the literature-inspired cult manga series Tanpopo, by Camilla d'Errico. The site provides information about the storyline, the premise, the characters, and the creator, along with downloadable art, and a blog with a twist.AdaPia d'Errico, Managing Director of d'Errico Studios Ltd., explains the growth of the property, "Tanpopo has been embraced by teens and young adults who tell us how much they love the story, the characters, and the literature. This started as a short 20-page comic, and it's been growing because of the passion it has inspired in the readers and fans. We're thrilled by the response and excited to grow further by expanding the series, introducing new characters, creating new art, and making new and fun products for the fans. It's been an unexpected but most welcome whirlwind."Tanpopo is the manga series created by Eisner nominated artist Camilla d'Errico, and explores the story of a mysterious girl who unknowingly makes a pact with the devil in disguise, Kuro, in exchange for the opportunity to experience love and happiness. Inspired and narrated by classic literature, the series has become a cult favorite amongst comic and manga fans, for its beautiful art and the novel way of approaching literature and poetry."With the website we are giving fans - old and new - all the information about the story, the concept and the characters as we develop them," says Creative Director and Creator, Camilla d'Errico, "we are looking forward to interacting with fans on the blog, unveiling new art, and using this platform to make some major announcements about the property this year".d'Errico Studios has developed the Tanpopo brand and stories into products including plush toys, apparel, handbags and accessories found online, in stores, and at comic and anime conventions across North America. Books can be purchased on the Tanpopo & Kuro Store and Camilla d'Errico Store, on , and in select boutiques, book stores and comic shops.


I have always been drawn to photography. Not only is it was a way for me to express myself it was a way to speak to the world about things I saw, experienced and felt strongly about. They don’t say “a picture is worth a thousand words” for nothing. One single photo you make can make huge difference, it can be lovely reminder or it can tell a story no words can describe. But regardless of my love for photography I never thought I’ll make successful career out of it.
But I’m here, doing just that. Despite all predicaments and against all odds I’m here in Vancouver and setting up an exhibit which is going to be one of the events worthy of your attention and your time. As a member of Society of Canadian Photographers I was selected by the board to head this project. Therefore the responsibility for finding venue, setting up the date and arranging everything you can think of fell on my shoulders.
To me, it feels like a massive project that is encompassing so many things it is hard to mention everything. Visually and artistically it will be an exhibit that will tell a magnificent story about Vancouver, its history and its development into modern megalopolis and cultural hub it is today. I must admit that the prospect of working with so many great photographers wasn’t something I could reject, because I wouldn’t be able to live with myself if I passed the opportunity to learn from them and to grow as artist as well.
Working with them opened my eyes and I can finally understand what great photography means and how it can affect our entire society. Going through hundreds and thousands of photos, coming from both professionals and amateurs I’ve seen that every single person can tell a great story if given chance to express themselves. That’s what I love about this job, that’s what I love about being able to present to the public the best works from my fellow colleagues.
But please, don’t think I’m living in the land of milk and honey either. This is demanding project and job that seeks great dedication. At the moment it feels like I’m working 24/7. Honestly it’s burdening me and sometimes I feel like I could scream. Expectations are high and my superiors are rightfully worried whether everything will go as planned. I know it will, but concerns on my and their part still exist. We just need to stay focused in order to deliver fantastic exhibit.
Sadly the worst part of this job is that I feel detached from my friends and my family. The people I grew professionally with are not around and I feel like I don’t have anyone to ask for an advice. My closest colleagues from the studio I work for are not here either. Being on my own has its perks but it also has disadvantages I’ve just mentioned.
In the end I would like to say that I wouldn’t change anything. I have fantastic job, one that is demanding, but nevertheless fantastic. I have creative freedom to express myself and I have been given opportunity to share that with everyone. I really doubt it can get better than that.


We are not an advertising agency – and that’s a good thing.
Based in Canberra and working nationally, SilverSun Pictures is a trailblazer in transformative digital storytelling. For over twenty years, we’ve stayed ahead of evolving media technologies, delivering cutting-edge thinking and know-how that puts our clients and audiences first.
Our Creative Approach
Transformative digital storytelling is key to allowing viewers to share ownership and gain personal relevance.
Through storytelling we create new and engaging experiences that direct people’s attention, provoke inquiry, motivate deep engagement and compel them to act.
SilverSun Pictures is a collective of storytellers, filmmakers, technology lovers, innovators and communication experts.
And we pride ourselves on being better at advertising than the ad agencies.
Future thinkers with their heart in the movies – The SilverSun model
The film industry represents the most successful and highest level of production in the world. SilverSun Pictures has its heart in the movies and runs each project like a film production.
We use the movie industry’s century-old history of success to inform our future, and develop the next wave of cutting-edge entertainment and audio-visual messaging.
What does this mean for your project?
Like a film production, we operate with a core base of talented creatives. We then bring on board the best people specific to each project: the best strategists, the best cinematographers, the best writers, the best animators, the best programmers. This means you will have an exceptional hand-picked team working to meet your objectives.
Because the team is brought together on a project-by-project basis, costs are kept down. More of the budget is spent on creating an outstanding end product, and less on overheads.
After more than twenty years producing feature films, marketing campaigns and innovative corporate and government communications, our approach is impossible to emulate.
No advertising agency can boast the same resume as SilverSun Pictures.


Spiro Agnew is well-remembered for his involvement in tax evasion charges linked to bribery, which led to his resignation as Vice President under Richard Nixon.
Before Agnew’s time, there was already a growing dissatisfaction among the conservative right regarding the media. Agnew took aim at the major television networks, labeling them as having an unprecedented control over public opinion in American history.
In a speech given in Des Moines in 1969, Agnew highlighted that the American people would not accept such a concentration of power in government, so it was equally relevant to question its presence in the hands of a small group of privileged individuals who were not elected and yet enjoyed a government-sanctioned monopoly.
Agnew’s efforts did not wane; he collaborated with skilled Nixon speechwriters and columnists, such as William Safire and Pat Buchanan, to craft memorable phrases like “nattering nabobs of negativism.”
Agnew’s campaign remarkably
Agnew’s campaign was remarkably successful, as it left a lasting impact on the media landscape. Journalists, editors, and producers became wary of potential criticism from the right, leading them to frequently self-censor and avoid appearing biased.
Coverage of Donald Trump’s candidacy brought forth a credibility crisis, as the media faced accusations of timidity and a failure to adequately scrutinize Trump and his policies.
The media’s preference for ratings over balance allowed Trump to dominate, disadvantaging other Republican candidates.
Some argue that the media, sensitive to conservative criticism, now overcompensates in its coverage of the other side, particularly against Clinton. Critics point out that Trump’s false statements are widespread and well-documented, yet journalists often hesitate to call him a liar, fearing it would compromise their objectivity.
Nicholas Kristof highlighted that fact-checkers found a significant difference in the rate of false statements between Trump and Clinton.
The liberal complaints about media bias are often dismissed as partisan, but they express frustration over the right’s partisan media campaign influencing journalistic institutions. Liberals feel that negative stories about Trump are sometimes not given enough attention, while Clinton’s shortcomings are overly emphasized.
Merit Journalistic institutions
What matters most is whether these complaints have merit. Journalistic institutions are being challenged on whether they are overly concerned with condemnation from the right, leading to demonstrable bias against the Democratic candidate for president. This situation marks the first time since Spiro Agnew’s conservative campaign against the media that media leaders face such systematic questioning about their potential biases.
Spiro Theodore Agnew, also known as Spiro T. Nixon’s Republican administration. He has the unpleasant distinction of becoming the second vice president to resign, the first having been John C. Calhoun in 1832. However, Agnew’s resignation was the first one done under duress.
Agnew was born on November 9, 1918, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Theodore Agnew, a Greek-immigrant restaurateur, and Margaret Akers, who hailed from Virginia. He pursued law studies at the University of Baltimore and later established a law practice in a Baltimore suburb in 1947. As governor, he gained recognition for his moderate policies, including securing a graduated income tax, enacting strong antipollution laws, passing the first open-housing law south of the Mason and Dixon Line, and repealing the state’s 306-year-old anti-miscegenation law.
Agnew became well-known for his ferocious speeches while running for vice president in 1968. In his harsh criticism of the Nixon government and Vietnam War demonstrators, he used terms like “nattering nabobs of negativism” and “hopeless, hysterical hypochondriacs of history.” He wasn’t well-known to the general public when he was nominated, but his passionate speech helped him become well-known.
Agnew’s downfall began in the summer of 1973 when he faced investigation for allegations of extortion, bribery, and income-tax violations, mainly related to his time as Maryland’s governor. Agnew fought against the federal indictments, claiming that a vice president in office could not be accused of a crime and that the accusations were baseless.
Agnew eventually resigned vice presidency
Agnew eventually resigned from the vice presidency on October 10, 1973, after engaging in secret plea bargaining with a federal judge. In response to a single federal count of failing to file a tax return for 1967 while the governor of Maryland, he entered a nolo contendere (no contest) plea.
Following his resignation and disbarment by the state of Maryland in 1974, Agnew became a consultant to foreign business interests. In 1980, he wrote a book called “Go Quietly…or Else,” which defended his political career and criticized officials from the Nixon administration.
In a 1969 speech in Des Moines, Spiro Agnew expressed that the American people would rightfully not accept a concentration of power in government.
Agnew was determined in his efforts, and with the assistance of skilled Nixon speechwriters like William Safire and Pat Buchanan, he coined memorable phrases like “nattering nabobs of negativism.”
His political campaign was highly successful, leading to a lasting impact on how reporters, editors, and producers approached their work. They became constantly wary, fearing accusations of carrying a biased, liberal agenda.
Liberals argued Donald Trump
Liberals argued that Donald Trump received an excessive amount of television time during the primaries, overshadowing his competitors. Furthermore, they felt that Trump was being held to a much lower standard compared to Hillary Clinton, whose old scandals were repeatedly covered while new Trump controversies received relatively little attention.
The media’s obsession with ratings and its sensitivity to conservative criticism seem to have led to an overcompensation against the other side. Josh Marshall, founder of the Talking Points Memo blog, highlighted that the scrutiny directed at Clinton and her foundation far outweighed any investigative focus on Donald Trump.
The media’s part in allowing Trump to dominate television coverage throughout the primaries needs to be addressed, even though it may not directly connect to the liberal-conservative debate.
This unequal treatment of candidates disadvantaged other Republican contenders and compromised the media’s commitment to impartiality and balance.
The issue at hand is not about avoiding holding Clinton accountable.
Only 13% of Clinton’s remarks received comparable ratings, in contrast.
The contrast is significant, and Kristof emphasized that there is no comparison with Trump’s frequency of falsehoods.
Josh Marshall, in his argument, pointed out that Trump’s repeated false statements were so bold and recurrent that they have strained the media’s traditional rules and practices. Additionally, Trump’s history as a birther, questioning Barack Obama’s eligibility to be president, was false, yet he falsely accused Clinton of starting that conspiracy.
Despite these clear instances of deception, journalists often hesitate to call Trump a liar, fearing that doing so might raise doubts about their objectivity.
Liberals’ complaints about the media are often dismissed as partisan anger. However, they express frustration over the influence of the right’s partisan media campaign, which has intimidated journalistic institutions. Liberals are also upset about the magnification of Clinton’s shortcomings and the relatively short-lived attention given to negative stories about Trump.
While critics’ motives may be questioned, what truly matters is whether their complaints are justified. For the first time since Spiro Agnew initiated the conservative campaign against the media, those in charge of our journalistic institutions face systematic challenges about potential bias. People are questioning whether these institutions are overly concerned about condemnation from the right, leading to demonstrable bias against the Democratic candidate for president.


Juliette Bretan is a journalist, researcher and student, mostly writing on Poland and CEE, with a focus on culture, current affairs, society, environment, and politics. She also researched interwar Polish culture.
She is a contributing writer for Notes from Poland and a writer for Culture.pl. She also writes the monthly V Square newsletter.
She has been published in The Sunday Times, The New Statesman’s CityMetric, Euronews (Living), World Politics Review, Ozy, The European Literature Network, New Eastern Europe, The Calvert Journal, CultureTrip, Global Comment and The Independent, among others.
She has also contributed to the BBC World Service, been interviewed for Australia's 'Nightlife' programme on ABC Radio, and lectured at the Polish Heritage Society of the UK, the College of Europe in Natolin and for the Polish Society in Cambridge.
She received a first-class degree in English at the University of Cambridge in 2019, including a first for her dissertation on Polish characters in English literature across the 19th and early 20th Century. She is now in London, studying a two-year MRes in East European Studies at UCL SSEES.