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Opinion: What Should Indie Authors Do About Book Pirating? Author Jane Davis Shares Her Views
Debate & Opinion
British indie author of seven novels, Jane Davis
Award-winning British novelist Jane Davis shares her opinions on book piracy, explaining why she refuses to follow common advice to disregard it and describing her coping strategy.
The received wisdom for authors who find their ebooks advertised as free downloads on third party websites is simple. 'Ignore it,' we are told.
'Copyright infringement is a fact of life.'
'It doesn't matter how readers find you, it just matters that they find you.'
'Most of those sites don't actually have your content. They are just mining your clicks for ads or queuing up malware for download.'
I was never comfortable with that advice.
I used to spend hours trawling the internet every month and issuing countless cease and desist letters. But, for the past couple of months, I have been beta testing a piece of software called Blasty. It's very simple. You add details of the content you want to protect (there is no limit) and are notified when copyright infringements are identified. You review the sites, then use a big orange button to 'blast' them, i.e. in the words of Blasty's website:
"a copyright removal procedure under the DMCA (Digital Millenium Copyright Act) is automatically initiated, resulting in the complete elimination of the infringing webpage from Google on a worldwide basis"
Why Copyright Infringement Matters
To date, to the best of my knowledge, no one has taken my work and passed it off as their own, although on several websites, other names appear alongside mine as 'author'. In my mind, what they're doing is far worse. They have obtained, or not, as the case may be, a copy of my work and are:
distributing it illegally, allocating a new ISBN number, retaining what should be my profit, or
using my name to entice people onto their site
No author will dispute the importance of brand. We invest heavily in it, identifying the various elements of it, building those elements into website and cover designs, and into every post we put out there. My name is my brand, my reputation. I want it to be associated with trust. I am sure you feel equally protective of yours.
Why I Refuse to Ignore It
a) It is Done in my Name
If someone is enticed to sign up for a fake subscription service by the offer of one of my books, I cannot simply distance myself. It is my problem. My name is associated with the transaction.
b) The Risk to Readers
Your potential reader, who has chosen your book out of all of the thousands of free books that are available, becomes a victim. They may be asked to enter bank account details when they subscribe. Files disguised as ebooks may contain computer viruses or pornography. Cyber criminals will hack through a computer's defences and install malware. Industry watchdogs warn that websites offering pirate copies and 'something for nothing' attractions are more likely to be infected. 'Free' should be the big flashing warning light. But if 'free' is commonplace, warning signals no longer operate.
c) The Scourge of Free Books
Jane Davis is no easy prey for book pirates
The fact is that these scams wouldn't work were a substantial number of eBooks not available for free.
I don't want my name to be associated with the word 'free'. With seven titles to my name, I now make less money from my books than I did with my first two releases. I would like to push my prices up. I need to push my prices up. But here's what I'm up against:
'Free ebooks for Life!'
'The good news is that it's possible to find tonnes of great ebooks without paying a penny.'
'You've got an ebook reader (or a laptop or netbook with ebook reading software) now you just need some free books to put it to good use.'
A recent survey by Ofcom and Kantar Media found that in the UK 61% of ebooks are read for free.
My own research reveals that:
50% of ereader users who describe themselves as book lovers happily admit that they never pay for a book
Many would be mortified to learn that the author has not authorised the free distribution, and those who are only too aware that what they're doing is wrong
Advice abounds on the internet about the ease of stealing files. 'Tens of thousands of new releases and best-sellers are readily available on BitTorrent sites, right next to movies and music.' These same sites and advice forums give step-by-step instructions on how to convert files and get them onto a Kindle, explaining that Amazon 'ignored all ebook standards when building the Kindle, instead going with a proprietary format created by Mobipocket, a company they acquired in 2005.' Great news for readers! 'You may be charged 10c for delivery,' they warn.
People have been persuaded that free is legitimate. After all, everybody's doing it. But what if it's not? Remember, of all the free ebooks out there, readers have still chosen ours.
How to Spot a Pirate Site
One thing that I have learned by using Blasty is that it's not as easy as you might think to spot a pirate site. Many sites claim to actively support authors or include statements, often in legalese, that make them look official. Several display my author bio and my official author photo. The sites draw reviews directly from Goodreads. Not only does my name appear, but (here's where I get really angry) so do the names and profile photos of those who have been kind enough to post reviews. And here's a nice touch: some of those same sites includes a copyright notice about their content.
Think about the demographics of people who use ereaders. One of the largest group of readers is the elderly. Would your mother be fooled? I don't have to think about the answer. Mine fell for a PayPal scam email last week.
What Can Indie Authors Do About Piracy?
Make it easy for readers to discover your work
If you publish on multiple sites, consider giving readers a universal link for all of the places where they can legitimately find your titles
Talk about the risks
Talk about ebook pricing
Talk about 'free'
In addition, I've signed up to be a beta tester for Blasty. 319 blasts so far. And counting…
A footnote from our Watchdog, which will be assessing Blasty for inclusion in ALLi's approved list of tools for indie authors once the service moves out of beta testing and goes live: "Blasty treats the symptoms of piracy, not the disease. Therefore while I think Blasty is a good service, it's a limited solution, and authors need to be aware that this isn't a cure-all for piracy."
OVER TO YOU If you've experienced piracy and would like to tell us the outcome, we'd love to hear from you – especially if you have been successful in beating the pirates.
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Jane Davis is the author of seven novels. Her debut, Half-truths and White Lies, won the Daily Mail First Novel Award and was described by Joanne Harris as 'A story of secrets, lies, grief and, ultimately, redemption, charmingly handled by this very promising new writer.' The Bookseller featured her in their 'One to Watch' section. Compulsion Reads describe Jane as 'a phenomenal writer whose ability to create well-rounded characters that are easy to relate to feels effortless.' Most recently, her novel 'An Unknown Woman' has been named Self Published Book of the Year 2016 by Writing Magazine and the DSJT Charitable Trust. Her favourite description of fiction is 'made-up truth'. For further information, visit the author's website at
www.jane-davis.co.uk.
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Isobel Starling says:
Things have taken a strange turn for the Blasty Service. I was also a Beta tester and was initially impressed, but as soon as I signed up to their 'Full Power' service it seemed like the software stopped working. Blasts slowed and I lost control of what was removed because I'd clicked 'Auto Blast'.
From 18-22 March 2019 the site vanished completely- with just an error report on the page. This got authors discussing their experiences with the service on social media and it became clear all was not well. Credit card were still charged even though the site was gone. The owner Olivier Zetlers has apparently ghosted authors for months when they complained about the service and lack of proof that Blasts were taking place at all. Many authors reported that they'd had no blast reports for months and when they searched Google they found links that were supposed to have been removed by Blasty.
I was becoming concerned myself that the site wasn't actually doing anything and we were being scammed. I added my new release to Blasty a month before the site vanished and had not received any reports of that book being pirated. However, I found many pirated links myself- and when I put the title into Muso, that software found 14 more links- and Blasty found none.
The site reappeared on 22nd March, but the help page 'no longer exists'. There is no button to cancel subscriptions and I cannot even remove my credit card details from the site. The lack of transparency is alarming and Blasty has lost my trust. I want to cancel my subscription but without a help page I can't find out how to do so. I would advise authors to avoid this site as they have serious issues that they are ignoring- yet are still charging authors.
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For my debut novel, Pride's Children, Blasty has blasted over 2000 infringements.
It's a bit of work, because I have to authorize each one, but there has a pattern to it, and I can do the Blasts quickly now.
I have deliberately never set my novel to free; this makes it easy to identify sites which do (I've blogged about that at https://liebjabberings.wordpress.com/2016/09/19/the-odd-reason-prides-children-will-never-be-free/).
The infringements spring up like mushrooms after rain; it is disheartening.
Jay Lemming, Author says:
I don't have enough books published yet to be concerned about piracy, though I suppose all it really takes is one. Hmmm…maybe I should educate myself on this matter. However, I also agree the issue needs to be addressed. Any tools, no matter if they're comprehensive or not, and no matter whether they treat the symptom of the cause of a problem, should be considered as building blocks to fight back against copyright infringement or any other illegal action against authors. It's tough enough operating in a selling environment where free is all the rage (though it does have its value for proving an author's brand). Nevertheless, to have piracy damage any author's business model is disgraceful. The large scope of a problem should not prevent authors and their supporters from trying to tackle it. Great post, Jane.
Tahlia Newland says:
Wow the number of blasts people are making is frightening. I had no idea there were that many sites pirating books. I also don't know whether my books are being pirated or not. I figure I'm not well known enough for people to bother so I've never checked. Maybe I should. Thanks for the article.
Jane Davis says:
A small correction: As for 61% percent of people who download for free being mortified, my article read 'Of that 50 – 61% there are those who would be mortified to learn that the author has not authorised the free distribution, and those who are only too aware that what they're doing is wrong.' This would be very precise research. I didn't delve quite that deeply!
Karen Myers says:
I can endorse Blasty, too. Been using it for a couple of months.
Alison Morton says:
Just signed up, Jane! Thank you for telling us about it.
I agree with Kassandra that it would be fantastic if Blasty sent out an automated cease and desist notice. The problem is these motices have to be personalised and that means all sots of merge functions. Maybe it'll come…
Steven Ramirez says:
I'm using Blasty too and, so far, I'm pretty happy with it. I agree there is no complete solution for piracy, any more than there's a permanent cure for malware. But it sure makes life easier.
All good points, Jane. I too am now using Blasty, and loving it. I know it's not a fix all, since it doesn't send out cease and desist notices (I wish it did!) But it helps to get the sites blocked on Google.
The time factor keeps me from being willing to do more than that though. If readers get burned a few times by these sites, hopefully they will learn. I have trouble feeling too sorry for them when they so eagerly embrace "free" while just as eagerly telling me to keep writing.
P.S. those running Blasty, could you set it up so authors can upload a cease and desist letter that they can then automatically send out to these sites with the push of a button?
Kathy Steinemann says:
Thanks, Jane.
I agree with you. Piracy should be stopped. We'll never get rid of these thieves entirely, but Blasty is a great start. I currently have 571 blasts in progress and 369 completed. The process beats working by hand.
I wrote an open letter to book pirates: http://kathysteinemann.com/Musings/piracy/
Who knows whether it will have any affect, but I'm not willing to sit back and let pirates steamroll over my hard work.
Ouch! I can't believe I used affect instead of effect.
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If there is one health imbalance which is common to many medical conditions, it is Chronic acidosis. So pervasive is this under-the-radar health problem, yet many have never even heard of it, though they suffer its consequences for years or even decades.
Simply put, Chronic acidosis is a systemic condition of the body which slowly emerges over time due to improper eating, especially when there is a sustained level of stress in one's life that is not managed in a healthy way. There are other co-factors, but a substandard and incompatible diet is by far the primary physical cause when coupled with habitual maladaptive stress responses to the pressures of life.
All foods and beverages can be divided into three categories: those that are acidifying; those which are alkalizing and those which have a neutral effect on the body's PH.
Please click on the chart to enlarge.
If your regular diet is high in the following acidifying foods, then there will be a much greater tendency for the body to move into a chronic condition known as acidosis. Each of these foods will contribute to an acidic state because of how they are digested and metabolized in vivo (in the body during digestion).
• White bread, white rice, pasta, biscuits, bagels, doughnuts, pastries and crackers.
There are other foods which are acidifying but this is a good start for those who need to be on the lookout.
Again, this list of foods which assists in alkalizing the body is by no means exhaustive, but it does provide a great start for anyone looking to make the shift in body PH.
*Please be aware that there are numerous Acid/Alkaline Lists published on the internet. They are by and large the same, although some do differ with respect to various individual foods. We have compiled both of these lists from the Livestrong.com website and have found it to be consistent with our understanding.
You can't go wrong with a lot of fresh veggies and fruits.
It is quite noteworthy that there are some subtleties involved with this type of acid-base body chemistry which many health commentators either ignore or are unaware of. For instance there is the scientific fact that lemons are very alkalizing although they would seem to be highly acidic. When ingested on a regular basis, freshly squeezed lemon juice mixed in a cup of water will serve to alkalize the body with unusual potency. A quarter of a lemon a day squeezed in 8 to 12 ounces of water is also quite effective in detoxifying the liver.
There are other counter-intuitive aspects to this topic which will be taken up in a future session. For now the goal for many is to gradually move their food and beverage intake toward an 80/20 mix (that's an alkaline/acid ratio). It will be the first time that many have achieved this proportion in their entire lifetime; therefore, it's preferable to maintain this new diet regimen for as long as possible. Anyone suffering from chronic acidosis will hopefully incorporate some of the many alkaline foods into their normal eating pattern once they go back to their previous dietary habits.
What are some other risk factors associated with Chronic acidosis (CA)?
(10) This list is by no means comprehensive, so everyone is encouraged to assess their home, work and automobile environments with care.
There are many other cofactors which cause the body chemistry to acidify such as the predominant emotional and mental states. For instance, an individual in the state of constant high anxiety will create the internal conditions for an acidic condition to take hold. Likewise, one who goes from home rage to road rage, and gets angry at the drop of a hat will experience even the most alkaline food turning into acid in their stomach. This is one very good reason never to eat when you're in a fit of anger. It's always better to let the strong emotions pass, for your body's sake.
The truth be told, Chronic acidosis is a precursor to countless diseases and ailments. Not only that, but many other diseases and illness will directly contribute to Chronic acidosis if not addressed in an effective and steadfast manner. This symbiotic or mutually reinforcing relationship is similar to a feedback loop whereby both the CA and the cancer mutually reinforce each other causing a downward spiral, much like we see in a Stage IV cancer or an AIDS patient. It is well known that every cancer patient must efficiently process the acidic effects of the cancer itself, as well as all the acidifying chemotherapy, radiation treatments, lack of exercise, emotional depression, malaise and lethargy associated with being bed-ridden, etc.
These obstacles can all be overcome by one who is aware of how to meet each challenge head on. For example, John Gunther in his book DEATH BE NOT PROUD outlines a potent dietary regimen that anyone can engage with a little support. John's primary dietary regimen consisted of drinking copious amounts of freshly squeezed vegetable juices.
The Gerson Institute which specializes in cancer therapies has established an excellent set of protocols that includes regular coffee enemas which can be particularly effective. There are also various schools of yoga that teach meditation, hatha yoga, pranayama, chanting, and contemplation techniques which address the mental and emotional components of cancer as well as other serious diseases like AIDS.
The viral and fungal components of cancer love sugar and white wheat and other food ingredients which create the highly acidic environment in which it thrives. Deprive the cancer cells of this necessary food and you can starve them into extinction. It really is often that simple. Of course, when one combines the most appropriate diet with all the other recommended lifestyle changes, you do put the odds in your favor in such a way that will greatly increase the likelihood of remission with no future recurrence. Especially when a wholesome lifestyle or wellness program is adhered to for the rest of the lifetime, cancer and every other disease will unlikely find a home in your body.
The recommended alkaline diet can be a difficult regimen for some to adhere to, especially given their type of work, workplace constraints or work demands. Certainly they are encouraged to gradually move away from such a strict set of prohibitions particularly when it causes additional stress. However, the more one sticks with a balanced, alkalizing diet, the better they will feel and thrive.
There is a flip side to this story which ought to be acknowledged. The body can also be too alkaline which can actually cause a medical condition known as alkalosis. Most never have to worry about such a predicament; however, we are compelled to issue the follow caveat regarding water ionizers and alkalizers.
The following article takes up this health issue for those who are unaware, yet vulnerable to the numerous sales pitches coming from the MLM industry.
Water Alkalizers & Ionizers: Is It Healthy To Drink Only Alkaline Water?
Given the preponderance of acidic food in the "all-American" diet, almost everyone can benefit by including more alkaline food in their daily meals. Fresh vegetables and fruits, whole grains and legumes, raw seeds and nuts, herbs and spices are often ignored in favor of pre-cooked and processed foods, meat-filled dishes and week-old sweets full of inferior ingredients. All of the manufactured soft drinks, synthetic juices, coffees, cappuccinos, and teas only add fuel to this fire known as Chronic acidosis.
In light of the direction that society is going with respect to food preparation and delivery, it can often require a very creative approach to counterbalance the trend toward an acidic condition. In this regard, planning your meals well in advance with well-rounded menus that have been pieced together over months of creating them is a sure way to control what you eat.
Conversely, choosing your foods on the fly will almost always land you in a place you may not want to be. Most foods available on demand are quite often of the most acidifying type and what you really want to avoid, especially when dealing with a chronic illness, lifelong condition or intractable disease. Therefore, our best recommendation is to "plan, Plan and PLAN" your meals in advance, whenever possible. You'll always be very glad that you did!
Perhaps the best way to ensure that your meals are properly planned out is to do so when you prepare the grocery list. In this way you can create nutritious, balanced, alkaline-rich menus for each meal of each day for which food is being purchased.
There are many excellent cookbooks (e.g. Ayurveda cookbook), nutritional reference books, and health/wellness websites which can also be consulted at this time. Making a hard copy of a high-integrity Alkaline/Acid Food List for the kitchen would also be a very good idea.
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February 27, 2022 Russia-Ukraine news
By Helen Regan, Steve George, Rob Picheta, Jeevan Ravindran, Melissa Macaya, Mike Hayes, Maureen Chowdhury, Amir Vera and Emma Tucker, CNN
Updated 8:17 a.m. ET, February 28, 2022
Talks between Russian and Ukrainian delegations will take place Monday on the Ukrainian-Belarusian border, President Zelensky's office said as Russian President Putin ordered his country's deterrence forces — including nuclear arms — be placed on high alert.
The US continues to see Russian forces face "stiff resistance" and their momentum slow in Ukraine's northern part, while forces are having a "little bit more success" in the south, a US defense official says.
The White House and several EU nations announced the expulsion of certain Russian banks from the SWIFT banking system Saturday evening.
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6:44 p.m. ET, February 27, 2022
Ukraine claims successful drone attacks against Russian forces
From Tim Lister in Kyiv
(Twitter/Ukrainian Armed Forces)
The Ukrainian military has claimed successful attacks by its Turkish-made force of drones against Russian forces.
On Sunday, the Armed Forces of Ukraine released footage showing the destruction of armor by a drone, and said it was carried out against a Russian BUK surface-to-air missile system.
Valerii Zaluzhnyi, the Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief, said the drone attack took place near the town of Malyn, 100 kilometers (about 62 miles) northwest of Kyiv.
The Ukrainian government began receiving the Bayraktar TB2 drones from Turkey last year.
UN Security Council members must keep Russia accountable for invading Ukraine, US Ambassador to UN says
From CNN's Artemis Moshtaghian
Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the United States' ambassador to the United Nations, is seen at center while casting a vote at UN Headquarters on Sunday. (Seth Wenig/AP)
United States Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield said the UN Security Council has taken a critical step in holding Russia accountable for invading Ukraine.
The Security Council has taken an important step forward toward that accountability. For the first time in decades, it has called for an Emergency Special Session in the General Assembly," Thomas-Greenfield said in a statement Sunday.
Thomas-Greenfield said President Vladimir Putin put Russia's nuclear forces on high alert Sunday morning, "even though he is invading a country with no nuclear weapons and is under no threat from NATO, a defensive alliance that will not fight in Ukraine."
"These are issues that affect all Member States. And now, in the General Assembly, they can all make their voices heard on Russia's war of choice," Thomas-Greenfield said. "We will then vote on a resolution that will hold Russia to account for its indefensible actions and for its violations of the UN Charter.
"We are alarmed by the mounting reports of civilian casualties, videos of Russian forces moving exceptionally a lethal weaponry into Ukraine, and the widespread destruction of civilian facilities like residences, schools, and hospitals," the US Ambassador to the UN said.
Thomas-Greenfield said those member states that are sitting safely in "this hallowed hall" have a moral responsibility to react to Russia's actions in Ukraine by providing humanitarian aid and military support.
4,000 US Army troops deployed in Europe have tour of duty extended
From CNN's Barbara Starr
More than 4,000 US Army troops who were deployed to Europe on a temporary basis will now have their tour of duty extended -- likely for several weeks -- as part of the US effort to reassure eastern European allies during the current crisis in Ukraine.
The 1st Armored Brigade Combat team of the 1st Infantry Division had been scheduled to return to the US next month after a nine-month tour in Europe. But the team will now stay and continue training and deterrence missions with nations that could include Poland, Romania and the Baltics.
"I don't want to speculate on a timeline, but be assured it will only be for as long as they are needed," John Tomassi, a spokesman for the Army in Europe, told CNN in an email.
In addition to the brigade, there are additional support troops that will be extended. For several years, the army has regularly rotated combat brigades, along with the armored vehicles in and out of Europe, to help maintain a US military presence.
"The deployment of ready, combat-credible US forces to Europe in support US Army Europe and Africa is evidence of the strong and unremitting US commitment to NATO and Europe," Tomassi said in a statement confirming the details.
"As we continually assess changes in the strategic and operational environment, select units have been extended to provide the forces needed to augment our NATO allies and partners. The units that have been extended provide unique skills and reinforce our role of supporting our NATO allies and partners capable, ready and resilient forces. While we understand the toll this extension takes on not only our soldiers, but also their families, we as a nation must remain committed to the security of Europe. Our presence reinforces our ironclad commitment to NATO, assures our allies and deters future aggression."
UK will provide additional $53 million in humanitarian aid to Ukraine, prime minister says
From CNN's Lauren Kent and Niamh Kennedy in London
The United Kingdom will provide an additional $53 million (£40 million) in humanitarian aid to Ukraine amid the Russian invasion of the country, according to the UK Prime Minister's office.
The additional aid was granted following Prime Minister Boris Johnson's discussion with his Ukrainian counterpart, President Volodymyr Zelensky, and meetings with Ukrainian community leaders in London over the weekend.
The funding will help "aid agencies respond to the deteriorating humanitarian situation, creating a lifeline for Ukrainians with access to basic necessities and medical supplies such as medicines, syringes, dressings and wound care packs," according to the news release.
During their conversation on Saturday evening, Zelensky informed Johnson of "the critical need for humanitarian assistance as people are forced to flee their homes and seek safety," the news release said.
As concerns mount amongst Ukrainians living in the UK, Johnson said Sunday "any person settled in the UK will be able to bring their Ukrainian immediate family members to join them here."
Johnson stressed in the statement the UK "will not turn our backs in Ukraine's hour of need," adding this latest package "brings the total amount of UK Government aid pledged to Ukraine this year to £140 million," which equals $186 million.
UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss added the funding would help Ukraine "tackle what is becoming a humanitarian crisis."
UK Prime Minister "doubts" Russia President's sincerity in entering talks with Ukraine
From CNN's Niamh Kennedy in London
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson speaks at the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral in London on Sunday. (Jamie Lorriman/WPA Pool/Getty Images)
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson "doubts" Russian President's Vladimir Putin's "sincerity" in entering talks with Ukraine.
Talks between Ukrainian and Russian representatives are set to begin at the Belarus border on Monday morning local time, according to Ukrainian officials.
Speaking to reporters in the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral in London on Sunday, Johnson said Putin has "decided to wage a war of choice against the people of Ukraine."
If he wants to stop, if he wants to withdraw, if he wants to negotiate, that's very good news. I have my doubts, I've got to tell you. Nothing I've seen so far in his behavior that leads me to think that he could possibly be sincere," Johnson said.
The prime minister continued if his Russian counterpart is sincere, he "needs to withdraw his war machine from Ukraine."
Johnson said Putin's decision to place his country's deterrence forces, including nuclear arms, on high alert is "a distraction from the reality of what's going on in Ukraine."
He pointed toward "some of the logistical difficulties that the Russian forces are experiencing," also referencing recent Russian concessions of casualties.
"This is a disastrous, misbegotten venture by President Putin. It can lead to no good whatever, for Russia, as we in the West have said continuously from the beginning. It needs to end. If he has a proposal to negotiate and withdraw, then all the better," Johnson emphasized.
Largest aircraft in the world destroyed at Ukrainian air base
From CNN's Pete Muntean and Paul P. Murphy
Satellite images from Maxar Technologies show significant damage to part of the hangar at the Hostomel Air Base where the AN-225 is stored. (Satellite image ©2022 Maxar Technologies)
The world's largest aircraft, the Antonov AN-225 Mriya, was destroyed by a Russian attack on an airport near Kyiv, according to the Ukraine government official Twitter account.
Russia may have destroyed our 'Mriya,'" said Dmytro Kuleba, Ukraine's minister of foreign affairs. "But they will never be able to destroy our dream of a strong, free, and democratic European state."
Mriya, which translates to "dream," had been sitting in its hangar at a Ukrainian air base in Hostomel, which had been the site of intense clashes on Thursday when the Russian military took control of the airbase.
Satellite images from Maxar Technologies show significant damage to part of the hangar in which the AN-225 is stored.
NASA's Fire Information for Resource Management System detected multiple fires at the airport, including at the hangar where the plane is stored. A fire took place at the hangar where the plane is kept and was detected at 11:13 a.m. on Sunday, according to the NASA data.
NASA obtained the fire data from a number of NOAA and NASA satellites.
It is not clear if the fires at the airport are the result of actual fires or explosions from military strikes.
Satellite images show more than three-mile-long Russian military column on roadway to Kyiv
From CNN's Paul P. Murphy.
New satellite images show a more than three-mile-long Russian military convoy on a roadway that heads toward the capital city. (Satellite image ©2022 Maxar Technologies)
As Ukrainians continue to repel Russian advances around Kyiv, new satellite images show a more than 3-mile-long Russian military convoy is on a roadway that heads toward the capital city.
According to Maxar, the convoy was seen on satellite images on Sunday around 10:56 a.m. local time on the P-02-02 road near Ivankiv, which is about 40 miles (60 kilometers) northwest of the Ukrainian capital. The P-02-02 road goes toward Kyiv.
Maxar identified fuel and logistical trucks, in addition to tanks, infantry vehicles and self-propelled artillery moving in the convoy.
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Ukraine files claim against Russia with International Court of Justice
From CNN's Melissa Gray and Jennifer Z. Deaton.
Ukraine has filed an application to institute proceedings against Russia before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for a "dispute … relating to the interpretation, application and fulfillment of the 1948 Convention and Prevention of Punishment of the Crimes of Genocide," according to an ICJ news release on the filing.
In the application, Ukraine says Russia has "falsely claimed that acts of genocide have occurred" in the separatist regions of Luhansk and Donetsk, adding Russia then subsequently declared and implemented a "special military operation" against Ukraine, the news release says.
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the news on Twitter, requesting an "urgent decision" from the ICJ.
Ukraine also accuses Russia of "planning acts of genocide" in the country and says Russia is "intentionally killing and inflicting serious injury on members of the Ukrainian nationality," according to the news release.
UN Security Council votes to send Ukraine issue to General Assembly
From CNN's Senior UN Correspondent Richard Roth
Ambassadors speak during a Security Council meeting at United Nations headquarters, Sunday, February 27. (Seth Wenig/AP)
The UN Security Council just voted to send the Ukraine issue to the UN General Assembly for a Special Emergency Session due to a permanent member deadlock in the council.
Russia vetoed a US resolution to condemn Moscow for the invasion of Ukraine.
"We ask Russia to tone down its rhetoric," US Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield said, regarding an announcement of forces being put on nuclear alert.
The vote was procedural, thus not being threatened by another veto.
The results were similar to last week's vote which blocked approval of a resolution because of the Russia veto.
France has also submitted a resolution regarding humanitarian issues for the council's consideration.
This is the first UN Emergency Special Session of the General Assembly since 1982 when an UN Emergency Special Session was convened to address the situation in the occupied Arab territories area of Golan Heights.

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Ariana Grande's longtime producer has a signature approach that runs deeper than a given sound or mood.
There was once a time, hard as it is to imagine in this age of wide celebrity and insider fandom, when music producers were artists' secret weapons—the operative word being "secret." Until not that long ago, producers largely existed behind the scenes. They didn't tag their songs, as has become the norm in hip-hop ("Mustard on the beat"). And they certainly weren't the credited, lead artist on tracks, as has been normalized by EDM producers like Avicii and Calvin Harris. Where now many music fans can parse the down-tempo stylings of a 40 track from the woozy, bass-heavy rattle of a Metro Boomin joint, producers' styles were once largely unknown to the listening public.
Though Brown's dogmatic approach may sound a bit antiquated, it's hard to argue with the results. Stars of all stripes—T.I., Travis Scott, Chris Brown, Jennifer Lopez, Meghan Trainor—have sought him out. He's been producing for Ariana Grande since she made the transition from teen actress to pop star. And recently, with Grande's "thank u, next" and "7 Rings," he's logged back-to-back chart topping singles—and just as notably, the two biggest smashes on an album partially produced by pop's preeminent hitmaker, Max Martin.
Brown's style, so much as he has one, is partially responsible for his recent success. Like Martin, who has worked with Grande since 2014's My Everything, he lets the star shine by not smothering a vocal in convoluted arrangements. But where Martin leans towards sticky, thumping rhythms, Brown tends towards live instrumentation and an overall lusher sound. Across Grande's past few albums, the Max Martin tracks have largely been the inescapable earworms ("Problem," "Side to Side," "No Tears Left to Cry), where the Tommy Brown tracks have been more understated, the back-catalog love letters and slow dances ("Better Off," "Honeymoon Avenue," "pete davidson).
Tayla Parx, who worked with Brown on several thank u, next tracks, says that Brown "is amazing at hip-hop drums but also R&B chords," and that "he can do literally the best part of hip-hop and the best part of R&B." And indeed, if you listen through Brown's catalog, you'll hear the product of these skills; his songs happily wed robust beats and satin melodies. And yet, even if you know what to listen for, to the untrained ear a Tommy Brown track is difficult to pick out of a shuffle.
For "thank u, next," the conversation was about what Grande gained from failed relationships. "7 Rings," on the other hand, was inspired by the, at times convivial and emotional, two-week creative process itself. Grande, at one point, took her girlfriends to Tiffany's for breakfast with bottles of bubbles, and bought them friendship rings. They had barely gotten back to the studio before turning the outing into a song. "That [story] was the truth of the song, and it just connects with people," Brown says. "Real connects with people differently than a make-believe story." But more than simply being honest, the success of songs like "thank u, next," and "7 Rings" is owed to their immediacy and intimacy. Grande gave fans her unbridled feelings in the moment—something that would've been near impossible for a team of outsiders to manufacture.
That's what he says, but what it really sounds like Brown is saying is that there's room for more approaches to hit-making. That you don't need to know Tommy Brown's name. Just that what he's doing is viable.


The Sea Hunter Mark II, a high performance underwater detector, is all the inspiration you need to set off on a quest for sunken treasure. In the Discrete Elimination Mode, the Sea Hunter can eliminate most pulltabs and foil without significantly degrading the sensitivity of rings and coins.
A favorite detector for treasure hunters around the world, the Sea Hunter can be used underwater with a short stem or on the beach with its long stem configuration. Its electronic housing may be mounted above, below or under the cuff in either short or long stem configuration. It may also be carried in the belt pouch provided.
Sea Hunter Mark II: Discrete Trash Elimination technology; Can be used underwater with a short stem; Can be used on the beach with its long stem configuration; Electronic housing may be mounted above, below or under the cuff; Operating depth to 200 feet; Includes submersible headphones!


The MRes research project is an independent, original and critical piece of research in your chosen field. Your project and supervisor(s) will be agreed in advance and the project will focus on a research question relevant to your specific theme. You will conduct an in-depth literature review in your chosen field and use this to develop the research question, methodology and analysis techniques appropriate for your study. You will communicate the results of the research project by dissertation, orally and through a poster presentation.
to provide you with	Experience of, and the opportunity to gain expertise in, rigorous, leading edge research in an engineering and/or environmental science discipline; Broad knowledge of the contextual background of your research problem in the general field of engineering and the environment; A sound understanding of the theoretical foundations of your chosen discipline and area of research; Training in generic and transferable research skills; A high quality and intellectually stimulating experience of learning in a supportive, research-led environment; The ability to interpret and critically evaluate research and scholarship in areas of engineering and the environment.
Current scientific and technological principles underlying your MRes topic in engineering and the environment.
Current research issues relevant to your MRes topic in engineering and the environment.
The terminology used in your MRes topic in engineering and the environment.
Theoretical and empirical developments at the research frontiers in your MRes topic in engineering and the environment.
The principles of research design and research strategy.
The capacity to present ideas, arguments and research findings effectively to a variety of specialist and non-specialist audiences.
Communication and presentation skills through seminar presentations and production of a research proposal and dissertation.
General mathematical and statistical tools and approaches relevant to your MRes topic in engineering and the environment.
Theory, practice, analysis and interpretation of data in your MRes topic in engineering and the environment.
The ability to contribute to the research and development needs of the discipline sector.
The MRes Research Project will be in your chosen field of research and involve the in-depth study of a particular problem, technique or process in engineering or environmental science. It will involve a broad contextual overview of the problem area and the specific issues to be investigated. A rigorous literature will be conducted of relevant and related work and used to design the detailed study to be performed. Experimental, theoretical, simulation and other research activities will be developed appropriate for the research topic and results will be critically appraised in a written thesis and oral/poster presentation. Regular meetings will be held with the supervisor(s) and you will be responsible for planning, managing and recording the outcomes.
Individual guidance by project supervisor on literature research, project design and planning, setting up apparatus as required, performing measurements and/or simulations, gathering data, analysis of results and presentation of work. Directed and self-directed literature research and reading. Directed and self-directed preparation of research design, implementation, analysis and reporting. Guided by your supervisor, you will develop your ability to evaluate alternative experimental designs and analysis methods, implement research plans, collect and analyse data, draw conclusions and report your research work. Depending on the quality and originality of your work, you may have the experience of preparing a manuscript for submission to an academic journal. You will prepare two interim reports; one which is a preliminary literature review in month 4, another which is a poster presentation in month 8. In addition you are required to make a seminar presentation in your research group's seminar series at some point in month 9-11.
Referral Method: A candidate failing to achieve the Pass Mark in this module may submit a revised dissertation on one occasion only. Further experimental work, where relevant, is not normally permitted. The mark for a resubmitted dissertation will be combined with the previously achieved marks for the oral presentation. The Module mark achieved will be Capped at the Module Pass Mark to determine any degree classification.


Originally released in 1965, the Stan Smith has become one of the most recognisable trainers ever produced. Re-worked this season, this silhouette features a premium white leather construction to the upper with perforated three stripe branding to the side walls, as well as black Stan Smith embossed branding to the heel piece. This minimalistic shoe also has a sketched picture of Stan Smith on the tongue. The pair sits upon a white midsole and is finished with a set of flat white laces and a traction outsole. Details; regular fit, lace closure, leather upper, Stan Smith portrait signature tongue label, synthetic lining with a rubber cupsole.


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Members of Scottish parliament being forced to support Queen
Under an outmoded 19century ENGLISH law, members of the Scottish parliament must swear an oath of allegiance to the English Queen Elizabeth in English and then if they so wish in Scots (or Gaelic).
MSPs who fail to do so will not be paid and after two months will lose their seats.
Considering the Union of the crowns brought the start of Londons domination of Scotland in the 17th century, this is highly inappropriate.
However, the English royal familys position will no doubt evolve rapidly after the Scottish parliament sits. More Scots are anti monarchy than pro independence, so the Scottish MSPs will have to swallow their pride on this one and perhaps recite the Declaration of Arbroath that announced Scotlands unity and independence in 1325 to themselves, whilst smiling sweetly.


All photos in this post series were taken by Kimberley Reyes.
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The second stop of our My Manila Hotel Tour is the Honeymoon Suite. There are only two honeymoon suites in hotel: Sunrise and Sunset Suites. Each loft-type suite has a huge bedroom, a luxurious bathroom with a walk-in closet, living and dining areas, and a romantic view of Manila Bay.
The suite is perfect for couples who want to spend a luxurious (and romantic!) night in The Manila Hotel. You and your special someone can stay in this suite for more or less $600 a night, which is not bad with all the amenities available for your use.
Someday, Daddy A. Someday. LOL!
This is part 2 of my five-part series on the My Manila Hotel Tour. Read my other posts about the tour here.
A friend recently shared ang ganda daw ng Manila Hotel but I haven't been there. Thanks to your posts, I get a sneak peek!
We love staycations! You just gave me an idea on where to celebrate our next anniversary! I love the first photo!
I love this tour. I'd love to stay here but unfortunately, I don't have someone to honeymoon with, Plus the price is not in my range of staycation expenses. Haha. Poor me!
Auuugh I looove staycations! They're costly but a night of luxury! Goodness! The last time I stayed in Manila Hotel, I was probably 10 years old? I'll try and convince the husband to take a staycation in the next months. Hopefully our budget will allow it!
OMG, $600 a night! My hubby would have a heart attack. Haha! But, I can already imagine how luxurious those rooms really are. The price must be worth it!
Well, it's already a house in its own – hence the price! Haha! Loft-type eh, with a living room, dining area, and bedroom.
Oh I remember you like old houses and antiques, right? I can imagine how much you wold enjoy staying in this hotel then. Me naman, since I'm a scaredy cat, I dunno if I'd be able to sleep haha!
I was so kilig during the whole tour! Haha. I love that they preserved the history of the hotel.


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How much power did David Culley have as coach of the Texans?
David Culley
Nick Caserio
Coty Davis
January 14, 2022, 10:58 AM ·5 min read
American football player and coach
HOUSTON — No one man should have all that power. This line is a lyric from the song Power written and produced by one of the most influential hip-hop artists of all time, Kanye West. In the musical piece, it is debatable who West is referring to — whether the government or a higher power — the song is a double pun for power distribution.
With no clear indication, West leaves it up to the listeners' imagination to draw their personal conclusion of who he is referring to in the piece. But perhaps the Houston Texans used the song's interpretation to learn from their past failures.
Thursday afternoon, the Texans fired coach David Culley after one season at the helm. Culley's departure was the conclusion of a four-day evaluation process led by general manager Nick Caserio and executive Vice President of Football Operations Jack Easterby.
As a result of their assessment, Caserio credited "philosophical differences" as the reason why the Texans canned Culley. Caserio's reasoning would imply that Culley had a rugged say in what took place during his lone season as coach of the Texans. But in reality, the Texans did not give Culley much authority as head coach.
Outside of selecting defensive coordinator Lovie Smith, Culley had no governance in his staff. And although he was the coach of the Texans, Houston's management interfered with Culley's coaching decisions on Sundays.
"With different perspectives on what we would've done if we were in that particular situation, I was in just being able to bounce [ideas] off each other those situations," Culley said in December. "Not only the good things but the mistakes that we've made along the way. We basically decide what's best for us during a particular situation to do and make those decisions, and that's been very helpful for me."
Culley later added: "They see things differently. To me, having Romeo (Crennel)'s perspective of things has really been good for me. Obviously, with Nick with all the experience he's had in New England going through this and being a part of that, we get to have some really good, hard conversations about what we would do and what you think we should do."
The last time the Texans gave a coach too much power, Bill O'Brien scorned the organization. His game management skills cost the Texans several winnable games.
In 2018, the Indianapolis Colts demolished the Texans 21-7 during the AFC wild-card game when O'Brien elected to go for it on five fourth downs, which resulted in Houston committing three turnovers on downs.
A year later, O'Brien made his most egregious mishap as a play-caller when Houston blew a 24-0 lead against the Kansas City Chiefs. First, O'Brien called for his field goal unit at Kansas City's 11-yard line instead of trusting his offense led by Deshaun Watson to convert on fourth down for a chance to increase their lead 28-0.
On Houston's next possession, O'Brien called for an inadequate fake punt that resulted in the Chiefs taking over deep inside the Texans' territory. The Texans would go on to lose to the Chiefs 51-31 during the Divisional Round of the 2019 playoffs at Arrowhead Stadium.
But despite his poor decisions as a head coach, O'Brien's most egregious judgments took place after the Texans promoted him to general manager.
O'Brien handed out several controvertible contracts, and he executed one of the worst trades in NFL history by shipping All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins to the Arizona Cardinals in exchange for running back David Johnson.
O'Brien's absurd judgments could have made the Texans paranoid about giving a coach excessive power, but Houston didn't provide the most ordinary control to Culley.
As a first-year head coach who has been an NFL position coach since 1994, Culley made a handful of subpar calls throughout the Texans' 4-13 season. But Culley's imperfect game management was largely the result of accepting flawed guidance from others on his headset.
And the one-time Culley made a bold decision as a head coach should — it backfired.
"I go back to the New England game, I can remember just like it was yesterday that the conversation went, 'let them score.'" Culley said. "I heard the conversation, and then all of a sudden, it didn't compute to me at that time. Now from that point on, I've learned to be ahead of those things. When you're ahead of those things like that, you're much better to make those decisions."
For the second consecutive year, the Texans will be on a quest to find a candidate to fill their head coach vacancy.
It's uncertain what qualities Houston will pursue in their next coaching search. Over the last three years, the Texans have a tale of two illustrations of what could happen when giving a coach superabundant power verses not allowing someone to have much of a say at all.
The list of potential coaching candidates could result in Houston finally hiring the right coach as the team moves forward with their rebuild. As long as the Texans keep West's Power piece in their mind, Houston could find a perfect check and balance system between coach and management.
But then again, there is always someone seeking more control to have ultimate dominion above all.
Nick Caserio on wearing headset during games: You want to make sure you try to get things right
During a December press conference, then-Texans head coach David Culley discussed his in-game communications with General Manager Nick Caserio after being asked about Caserio being on a coaching headset on Sundays. Culley said the conversations covered the team's approaches to situational football and that "being able to have those things ahead of time allows us [more]
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Nebraska adds Florida State transfer QB Chubba Purdy
Nebraska added their second transfer portal QB commitment from FSU's Chubba Purdy after a weekend visit to Lincoln.
Rejuvenated Rafael Nadal's quest for 21st grand slam taking shape in absence of his fellow immortals
Even after spending more than half his time on Earth as a professional tennis player, Rafael Nadal never ceases to spring surprises. His intimidating physique – all burnished Iberian muscle, with a left arm that can fire off forehands like a crossbow – might look like the product of a lifetime's labours.
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Report: Big 12 conference discussing two seven-team divisions beginning in 2023
What do you think of the projected seven-team divisions?
3 Browns moves could save team $30 million in cap space in 2022
Three quick cuts and the Browns can almost double their salary cap space. Are they worth it? Depends on how you value the players that would be involved:


Today is February 9th, and we are slowly being buried alive under a thick white veil of snow. No, really. It hasn't stopped snowing in hours and it isn't supposed to stop any time soon. This is not a cry for help, however, because this is glorious! The boys are home and so is my husband, Justin. None of us is going anywhere. Thankfully we are stocked up on all the necessities: coffee.
To be honest, as a stay-at-home mom, today is not much different from any other Saturday when everyone is home anyway. But for some reason, snow days still seem to hold a little bit of magic, a little bit of the unexpected. It's the kind of day when, if we're all still in our pajamas at noon—that is not only ok, it's encouraged! It's a day for pancakes and bacon. It's a day for sledding and gingerbread house building and ignoring the list of chores (for a few minutes anyway—I'm far too OCD to let the dishes sit in the sink!) It's a day for popcorn and movies and hot chocolate. In short: It's a day when my husband and I get to be kids, too. I love snow days.
Praying you are staying warm and dry and that there's a little bit of unexpected fun in your day, too!
February 9, 2018 in Humor, Parenting, Uncategorized.
You really have a gift for writing!
I love those stay-home snow days as well, especially now that I live where they don't come so very often (it was 65 degrees in Boise yesterday. I cleaned the garage!) Of course, when I lived in North Dakota, (about six miles from the North Pole!) snow days came in early November and lasted until March or April. One BIG snow day, during which you had to go about everyday life anyway, so that didn't count.


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CMA waiver in favour of Centum share buyback plan
by Dokta Wanz
Centum Plc, a listed investment business, will seek a waiver of a share buyback regulation that limits the amount of shares it may acquire in a single trading day in order to maximize the outcome of its planned Sh600 million stock repurchase plan in the face of a slow market.
The firm said it will seek an exception from a Capital Markets Authority (CMA) rule that prohibits any corporation buying back its holding from purchasing more than 25% of its equities in a single day, citing low trading volumes on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
"There are two things that are prescribed by the guidelines. One is the price range and the second is the volume of daily traded shares that the firm can buy. It is 25 per cent or any other percentage as may be prescribed by CMA and that is what we will be seeking exemption for because, given the very low trading volumes, 25 per cent may be very low," Centum Plc executive officer, James Mworia told Daily Nation in an interview.
Centum plans to buy back up to 10 per cent of its shares from the market, translating to 66.5 million shares, at a maximum price of Sh9.03 apiece share which translates to a 10 per cent premium over the weighted average price of the last 30 days.
A share buyback occurs when an issuing company pays shareholders the market value per share and re-absorbs that portion of its ownership that was previously distributed among public and private investors.
A company could repurchase its stake for various reasons including reducing the cost of capital, ownership consolidation, preserving stock prices, undervaluation, and boosting its key financial ratios. Despite its current heavily discounted share, Centum said it is not on a mission to turbocharge its share price.
"We are not on a mission to rescue the share price. What we have seen from the Nation Media Group share buyback is that even if you buy at a higher price, the share price can still drift back and this meant that value was transferred from the remaining shareholders to the existing shareholders. This is why we want to stick to the prescription of the regulation around 10 per cent above the average weighted price. All we are doing is availing liquidity," said Mworia.
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53112 leads Tyseley set 801 round the sharp curve into Barnt Green station on 4 July 1987 with the 08:10 Redditch to Four Oaks service. This view has now changed considerably, with the line being electrified in 1993 and the replacement of these heritage units with the new Class 323 electric units, although not before some older types EMUs were used due to teething problems with the 323s. 53112 was withdrawn a few months after this picture was taken and cut up at Vic Berry's at Leicester virtually straightaway.


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// @author raver119@gmail.com
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#include <system/op_boilerplate.h>
#if NOT_EXCLUDED(OP_stack_list)

#include <ops/declarable/CustomOperations.h>

namespace sd {
namespace ops {
LIST_OP_IMPL(stack_list, 1, 1, 0, 0) {
  auto list = INPUT_LIST(0);
  // auto z = OUTPUT_VARIABLE(0);

  // FIXME: this is obviously bad
  auto result = list->stack();

  // OVERWRITE_RESULT(result);
  setupResult(result, block);
  return sd::Status::OK;
}
DECLARE_SYN(TensorArrayConcatV3, stack_list);
DECLARE_SYN(tensorarrayconcatv3, stack_list);
}  // namespace ops
}  // namespace sd

#endif


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Who won Dancing with the Stars 2012?
Who won Dancing with the Stars in 2012?
In 2012 there were two seasons of the US celebrity dancing show, Dancing with the Stars.
The first series in 2012 (season 14) which aired in the spring was won by former Green Bay Packers, American Football player, Donald Driver. The wide receiver was partnered by professional dancer, Peta Murgatroyed.
Runners up in season 14 were Welsh opera singer Kathrine Jenkins with dance partner Mark Ballas.
Then later that year in the fall a special series entitled 'Dancing with the Stars: All Stars' took place. Here some of the best contestants from previous seasons, including earlier winners came back to compete again.
This All-Star contest was eventually won by former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Melissa Rycroft, partnered by Tony Dovolani.
Rycroft who had originally finished third on season 9 this time managed to out perform two previous winners: Kelly Monaco and Shawn Johnson in the final.
When does Dancing with the Stars Fall Season 17 start?
What Ethnicity is Brooke Burke?
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Fandom Foods: Happy Waffle Day!
March 25th was National Waffle Day, so to celebrate such a glorious holiday, I would like to provide you with a recipe for your everyday, typical waffle and then offer some tweaks with fandom twists.
Now, to put a fandom spin on these tasty treats. If we're talking waffles, then we HAVE to start with Stranger Things, right? El loves Eggos, but that doesn't mean we can't make hot, fresh, and homemade waffles.
If you haven't read Six of Crows or anything by Leigh Bardugo for that matter, then I suggest you stop reading this post and pick up something by her immediately!
One of the characters in the series is a girl named Nina, who is an accomplished magic user and avid waffle appreciator. She adores these fluffy, sweet treats. Thus, I present tweaks and toppings that I'm sure would be Nina (and Inej) approved. Since the country Nina comes from is based a lot on the Russian culture, I added some Russian flare to breakfast.
Add Cognac (brandy), condensed milk, and caramel to mixture and give it a traditional Russian flavor. For a non-alcoholic substitution, instead of using Cognac, replace with peach, pear or apricot juice.
More Caramel and chocolate never hurt!
Teen Titans (the original, not Go!) is about teenagers fighting crime, but more importantly, it's about friendship and the time we spent with the ones we love. Each team member has their own unique personality, so I thought that I'd give you several options about how to better your waffle experience.
Step 5: Pour the batter into the waffle iron according to its instructions.
Second option might be to dye the waffles purple for Raven.
Have a mustard dipping sauce on the side to satisfy Starfire, chocolate chips for Robin, and lots of crispy bacon for Cyborg (just, don't tell Beast Boy).
Persona 5 has become my latest obsession. It's a strategy game which revolves around the idea of teenagers, who usually do not have that much power in society, having the ability to change people's hearts for the better.
When it comes to food, there are many options in the game. Some food even gives you health or magic boosts. So, since Persona takes place in Tokyo, I wanted to offer Japanese flavor options.
Add Matcha to the mix.
Voltron is a show about a group of people fighting to save the Galaxy. One of the characters, Hunk, is a brilliant chef, so when he's faced with alien food, he can get pretty creative.
Here are some suggestions to help inspire you to think outside the box with your breakfast, just like Hunk!
Incorporating fandom into anything can be fun. Having your passions shine through will brighten your day and get the creative juices flowing in new and exciting ways. Though Waffle Day has passed, know that if you so choose, waffles and fandoms can be enjoyed whenever you feel like it. If you like books AND waffles, be sure to follow my friend Jaime at her blog here.
Have you ever made fandom-inspired waffles?


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ABU DHABI PORTS CELEBRATES 2014 ACHIEVEMENTS WITH INAUGURAL CUSTOMER AWARDS
FOURTEEN OUTSTANDING CUSTOMERS WIN AWARDS
Abu Dhabi Ports, the developer, operator and regulator of ports in the emirate of Abu Dhabi held its inaugural Abu Dhabi Ports Customer Awards.
The event celebrated the achievements of the last year which saw record cargo volumes handled in all sectors. The winning customers were applauded for their business growth, for their professional best practice and their contribution to the Emirates growing regional and global trade volumes.
The inaugural awards recognized the top performing customers in each cargo category for both import and export. Likewise the top cruise line, the best shipping agency, the top container line, RORO carrier, break bulk and dry bulk shipping line customers were thanked and recognized for their very significant contribution to the Emirates growing import and export trade.
Capt. Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, CEO Abu Dhabi Ports led the proceedings, thanking customers for their business activities, which combined and supported by Abu Dhabi Ports, are helping to realise the economic vision laid out by the Emirate's leadership.
Capt. Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, commented: "In 2012 Sheikh Khalifa officially inaugurated the new Khalifa Port. Just two years later, the port and its interlinked industrial zone Kizad, is contributing significantly to the overall prosperity of the emirate.
"Abu Dhabi Ports' inaugural customer awards offered a valuable opportunity to celebrate and congratulate our customers on their growing business profitability. We also thank our stakeholders for their trust, guidance and support and we express our gratitude to all of our employees without whom our business growth and achievements would not be possible."
The award winners included Costa Cruises which won the Cruise Line of the Year award. The shipping line with the highest volume growth in 2014 was the multi-modal transport company Mitsui OSK Lines. The most prestigious award of the evening was the Customer of the Year award, this year given to Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA). The company is the anchor tenant in the aluminium cluster in the Khalifa industrial zone and has its own dedicated berth at Khalifa Port for dry bulk imports.
Capt. Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi added: "We are pleased to honour EGA as our customer of the year. The company's operations drive development in the aluminium cluster, clearly demonstrating the supply chain efficiencies envisaged in the design and concept of Khalifa Port and its interlinked trade and industrial zone."
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EGA's site is groundbreaking in that it accommodates one of the world's largest single site aluminium smelter, and last year Abu Dhabi Ports signed a ten year agreement to handle all of EGA's global export trade.
The other winners of the inaugural Abu Dhabi Ports Customer Awards 2014 included Sharaf Shipping Agency, which was awarded Shipping Agency of the year. The feeder operator of the year is Xpress Feeders and the container line of the year is MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company). The RORO carrier of the year is NYK Line and Emirates Steel won two awards for both its import and export business.
The Abu Dhabi Ports 'Importers of the Year' winners included; for containers – Al Dahra, for break bulk – Al Ghurair Iron & Steel, for dry bulk – Emirates Steel and for RORO – Al Futtaim Motors.
The Abu Dhabi Ports 'Exporters of the Year' included, for containers – Borouge in recognition of its strategic alignment with Abu Dhabi Ports and the company's expanding business using both Khalifa Port and the Kizad trade and industrial zone, for break bulk – Emirates Steel – the company's second award win of the night, and lastly for dry bulk – Star Cement.
Abu Dhabi Ports core objective is to facilitate trade and development across the region, thereby driving the diversification of the economy and supporting the objectives of the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision.


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Currently there are 105 properties in our area for $1M or higher. Property featured above: 3 Cumberland Court, Annapolis, MD, 21401. Located in a secluded cul-de-sac in the heart of the Historic District, this home is full of charm and offers large light-filled rooms, beautiful hardwood floors, custom molding and a gas fireplace. Off-street parking and just blocks from city dock, shopping and restaurants. Click here or on image to view photos and more information on this property.


Clarence Williams was awakened and armed with a pistol by his mother, who had seen a prowler wearing heavy canvas gloves and a cap pulled low over his face forcing a window of their Houston, Tex., home. While Mrs. Williams phoned police, Clarence and his father, armed with a rifle, circled the house. As they closed in, the marauder shot the elder Williams in the foot and then wheeled to shoot Clarence, but the hammer of his pistol caught in his heavy gloves. Clarence emptied his own weapon at the ex-convict and killed him.


Synonyms: ONE OUTS Nobody wins, but I!
Plot Summary: Hiromichi Kojima, the star batter of the Lycaons, heads to Okinawa to train and bring himself out of a slump. There, he meets Toua Tokuchi, a 134-kmph/83 mph pitcher and the undisputed king of a gambling form of baseball called "One Out." At Kojima's urging, Tokuchi signs up with the Lycaons. His contract differs form the usual, though, in that he gets 5,000,000 yen for every out he pitches, but loses 50,000,000 yen for every point he gives up.


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var nodeEnv = process.env.NODE_ENV || "development";
var defaultPort = 8000;

// Number of pdf instance to run simultaneously per cluster
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if(nodeEnv === "production") {
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  concurrency: process.env.CONCURRENCY || defaultConcurrency,
  tasksPerProcess: process.env.TASKS_PER_PROCESS,

  appName: process.env.APP_NAME || "filecleaner-hydrater",
  redisUrl: process.env.REDIS_URL,

  opbeat: {
    organizationId: process.env.OPBEAT_ORGANIZATION_ID,
    appId: process.env.OPBEAT_APP_ID,
    secretToken: process.env.OPBEAT_SECRET_TOKEN
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Personalized Candle Favors – In favor of the party is a small gift that you give to every guest in your party as much as a thank you for coming and, if possible, a reminder of the occasion. Party favors are standard at celebrations such as birthdays, weddings and showers, but they can be provided at any meeting. One of the most versatile benefits is a small candle. Personalized as a party souvenir, easy to put in a pocket or bag and safe for later use.
A personalized candle favors in a travel can is the starting point of this souvenir of the party. Round or heart-shaped candles at 1 inch high by 2 inches through cans. With a transparent lid, will cost less than $ 1 each. You can instantly activate one of these cans at a commemorative party by ordering preprinted labels that fit the candle lid. For a wedding shower or wedding, you may have names and dates printed on a couple's decorative label.
For a baby shower or birthday, put the name and date of birth of the honoree on the top of the personalized candle favors. If you are artistic, hand lyrics each label for a personal touch with class. To dress these more favors, tie a pretty ribbon around the base of the can and tail a branch of baby's breath with a small pink ribbon on the bow.
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Sony unveiled the new Alpha 7 II (ILCE-7M2) mirrorless camera on Thursday. The new Alpha 7 II has an extraordinary 5-axis optical image stabilization which is the first of its kind in a full-frame mirrorless camera. This is great news for those who prefer to shoot in low light and will improve image quality by allowing the use of lower ISO settings.
Interestingly, just a year after releasing its first full-frame mirrorless cameras, the Alpha 7 and Alpha 7R, Sony launched its super successor, the Alpha 7 II. The gadget was revealed in Japan. The new model comes with 5-axis body stabilization for still photos and video, which helps reduce camera shake regardless of the lens used. The Alpha 7 II is equipped with a 24.3-megapixel Exmor CMOS Sensor that features 117 phase detect and 25 contrast detect points. This camera has got the support of XAVC S codec, which can record 1080/ 60p video at 50Mbps.
Incidentally all the changes in specifications and design have resulted in an increase in dimensions and weight of the Alpha 7 II compared to all the cameras in the Alpha 7 range, which also includes the Alpha 7R and the Alpha 7S. The Alpha 7 II weighs 556g, which is a good 140g heavier than its predecessor.


Heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with salt and add to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove to a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the onion, ginger and garlic, and cook, stirring, until soft, about 4 minutes. Add the tomato and cook until it begins to break down, about 2 minutes. Add the curry paste and stir constantly for 1 minute. Add the coconut milk and chicken broth, scrapping up any browned bits of curry on the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the cooked shrimp and peas and simmer for 2 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped the cilantro before serving.


«My official names are Hillary Lusanji 21years of age. I am a male Kenyan citizen. The name Sanjay, I derived it from my last name Lusanji so I came up with the artistic name Sanjay Arts which now most people refer to me as. I began doing art at the age of 7years when I was in primary school.
Olga Carolina Rama, called Carol Rama, was born in Turin in the 1918. He started painting again as a teenager without having any academic training, but stimulated by the attendance of important protagonists of the Turin, Italian and international cultural milieu, including Felice Casorati, Edoardo Sanguineti, Massimo Mila, Albino Galvano, Carlo Mollino, Paolo Fossati, Carlo Monzino, Luciano Berio, Eugenio Montale, Andy Warhol, Man Ray.
The specific form of expressive, content-rich expression, which first went through phases of radical abstraction, holds unconventional views of man and his destiny. Contributes to the emphasis on a mythical archetype of cinematography, in which the message is Koblasa analogy to the current life experience.
For Morellet, a work of art referred only to itself. His titles are generally sophisticated, show some word play, and describe the «constraints» or «rules» that he used to create them. Like other contemporary artists who use constraints and chance (or the aleatory) in their works (John Cage in music, the Oulipo group in literature), Morellet used rules and constraints established in advance to guide the creation of his works, and also allowed chance to play a role in some of his compositions.


Paige Stephens, a Union Representative also with UFCW 75, stated, "Many of the 1000 or so people that work in surrounding plants have children attending CPS. If more of the food contractors are incentivized to agree to Labor Peace Agreements and Collective Bargaining, this will lower poverty rates and our students will experience more stability at home".
"This is a win for hard-working people, students, our school system, and those companies that pay livable wages and provide dignity and respect on the job," said President Garvey.